Whirlpool ARC 4324 AL Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE....................................PAGE 22
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT.........................PAGE 22
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 
RECOMMENDATIONS
.........................................................PAGE 23
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION...................................................PAGE 24
REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT...................................PAGE 25
FREEZER COMPARTMENT.................................................PAGE 28
GUIDE TO STORAGE AND THAWING 
OF FOOD
...................................................................................PAGE 30
CARE AND MAINTENANCE...............................................PAGE 32
INSTALLATION.......................................................................PAGE 32
VACATION................................................................................PAGE 35
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE / AFTER-SALES 
SERVICE
.....................................................................................PAGE 36
AFTER SALES SERVICE........................................................PAGE 37
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION..............................................PAGE 38
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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
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Your new appliance is designed exclusively for 
domestic use
For best use of your appliance, carefully read 
the users handbook which contains a 
description of the appliance and advice on 
how to store and preserve food.
Keep this handbook for future consultation.1.
After unpacking, make sure that the appliance 
is undamaged and that the door closes 
perfectly tight. Any damage must be reported 
to your dealer within 24 hours after delivery of 
the appliance.
2.
Wait at least two hours before switching the 
appliance on in order to ensure the refrigerant 
circuit is fully efficient.
3.
Installation of the appliance and electrical 
connections must be carried out by a qualified 
electrician, in accordance with the 
manufacturers instructions and local safety 
regulations
4.
Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.
1. Packing 
The packaging material is 100% recyclable and 
carries the recycling symbol. Follow local 
regulations for scrapping. Keep the packaging 
materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) 
out of reach of children, as they are potentially 
dangerous.
2. Scrapping
The appliance is manufactured using recyclable 
material. 
This appliance is marked according to the 
European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste 
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By making sure this appliance is disposed of 
correctly, the user will help prevent potentially 
negative consequences for the environment and 
the health of persons.
The symbol   on the appliance, or on the 
accompanying documents, indicates that this 
appliance should not be treated as domestic waste 
but must be taken to a suitable collection point for 
the recycling of electrical and electronic 
equipment.
Before scrapping, make the appliance unusable 
by cutting off the power cable and removing the 
doors and shelves so that children cannot easily 
climb inside the appliance. 
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with 
local environmental regulations for waste 
disposal. Deliver the appliance immediately to 
an authorized dump; do not leave it unattended 
even for a few days, since it is potentially 
dangerous for children. For more information 
regarding the treatment, recovery and recycling 
of this appliance, contact your local office, the 
domestic waste collection service or the shop 
where you purchased the product.Information:
This appliance does not contain CFCs (the 
refrigerant circuit contains R134a) or HFCs (the 
refrigerant circuit contains R600a) (see the 
rating plate inside the appliance).
Appliances with Isobutane (R600a):
isobutane is a naturally occurring, low 
environmental impact gas. Caution is required, 
however, because isobutane is flammable. 
Therefore, ensure that the pipelines of the 
refrigerant circuit do not get damaged.
Declaration of conformity

This appliance is designed to store food and is 
manufactured in conformity with European 
Directive 90/128/EEC, 02/72/EEC and 
Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004

This product has been designed, 
manufactured and retailed in compliance 
with:
- the safety objectives of the Low Voltage 
Directive 73/23/EEC;
- the protection requirements of the “EMC” 
Directive 89/336/EEC, 
amended by Directive 93/68/EEC.

The electrical safety of the appliance can only 
be guaranteed if the product is connected to 
an approved earth connection.
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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 
RECOMMENDATIONS

Use the refrigerator compartment only for 
the storage of fresh food and the freezer 
compartment only for the storage of frozen 
food, the freezing of fresh food, and to make 
ice cubes.

During installation, make sure the appliance 
does not damage the power cable.

Do not store glass containers with liquids in 
the freezer since they may burst.

Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately 
after taking them out of the freezer since they 
may cause cold burns.

Before servicing or cleaning the appliance, 
unplug it from the mains or disconnect the 
electrical power supply.

Make sure that the appliance is not near a heat 
source.

Do not store or use petrol, gas or flammable 
liquids in the vicinity of the appliance or other 
electrical appliances. The fumes can create a 
fire hazard or explosion.

To ensure adequate ventilation, leave a space 
on both sides and above the appliance and 
follow the installation instructions.

Keep the appliance ventilation openings free.

All appliances equipped with an ice maker or 
water dispenser must be connected to a 
mains water supply that delivers potable 
water only (with water pressure between 1.7 
and 8.1 bar (25 and 117 PSI)). Ice makers and/ 
or water dispensers not directly connected to 
a mains water supply must be filled with 
potable water only.

Install and level the appliance on a floor strong 
enough to take its weight and in an area 
suitable for its size and use.

For the water connection, use the pipe 
supplied with the new appliance and do not 
use that of the previous appliance.

The appliance must be handled and installed 
by two or more persons.
Place the appliance in a dry and well-
ventilated place. The appliance is set for 
operation at specific ambient temperature 
ranges, according to the climatic class 
indicated on the data plate: The appliance may 
not work properly if it is left for a long period 
at a temperature above or below the 
indicated range.

Be careful not to damage the floors when you 
move the appliance (e.g. parquet flooring).

Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical 
means other than those recommended by the 
Manufacturer to speed up the defrost 
process.

Do not damage the refrigerators refrigerant 
circuit pipes.

Do not use or place electrical appliances 
inside the compartments if they are not of the 
type expressly authorised by the 
Manufacturer.

This appliance is not designed for use by 
young children or the infirm without 
supervision.

To avoid the risk of children being trapped and 
therefore suffocating, do not allow them to 
play or hide inside the appliance.

Power cable modification or replacement 
must only be carried out by qualified 
personnel.

Do not use single/multiple adapters or 
extension cables.

It must be possible to disconnect the 
appliance from the mains by unplugging it or 
by means of a two-pole switch fitted upline of 
the socket.

Ensure that the voltage indicated on the 
appliance data plate corresponds to the 
domestic supply voltage

Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of 
the ice packs (if provided).

The Manufacturer declines any liability if the 
above recommendations and precautions are 
not respected.
Climatic Class Amb. T. (°C) Amb. T. (°F)
SN From 10 to 32 From 50 to 90
N From 16 to 32 From 61 to 90
ST From 18 to 38 From 64 to 100
T From 18 to 43 From 64 to 110
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.
Fast freezing compartment
2.
Ice cube tray
3.
Ice compartment
4.
Freezer thermostat
5.
Freezer shelf
6.
Fresh control compartment
7.
Refrigerator thermostat8.
Refrigerator shelves
9.
Crisper drawer
10.
Freezer shelf
11.
Egg tray
12.
Top shelf
13.
Spice rack (*)
14.
Bottle rack
15.
Bottle holder
(*) Optional
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4
814
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Note:
 The number of shelves and shape of accessories may vary, depending on the model. 
All shelves, door trays and racks are removable.
DO NOT obstruct the fan intake area with food.
Attention: refrigerator/freezer accessories must not be washed in a dishwasher.
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REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT
This appliance is equipped with a No Frost system that does not require manual defrosting.
The appliance is also provided with a ventilated system, thanks to which the internal temperature is to all 
intents and purposes uniform.
Food can be arranged on any shelf inside the appliance. However, take care not to obstruct the air vents 
in order to allow air to circulate freely.
Optimal performance is obtained at temperatures between +18°C and +43°C.
SWITCHING ON THE APPLIANCE

The appliance will switch on automatically when it is plugged in.

The inside light switches on when the refrigerator door is opened
USING THE REFRIGERATOR

Temperature Adjustment
For correct operation and optimum storage of food, adjust the temperature in the refrigerator and 
freezer compartments separately.
REFRIGERATOR THERMOSTAT
To adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment, turn the thermostat knob to the desired 
position.

After being switched on, the refrigerator needs approximately 2 hours to reach the correct 
temperature to store a typical volume of food in the refrigerator compartment.
Storing food in the refrigerator compartment
Position the food as shown in the figure.
A.
Cooked food
B.
Fish, meat
C.
Fruit and vegetables
D.
Bottles
E.
Butter
F.
Dairy products, cheese
To maintain the vitamins, aroma, substance and 
freshness of the food to be stored, it is advisable to 
wrap food in aluminium foil, cling film or place it in 
special freezer containers with lids. This will 
prevent odours from mixing.
NOTES
:

The space between the shelves and the rear wall must be unobstructed to allow circulation of air.

Do not place food in direct contact with the rear wall of the refrigerator compartment.

Do not place hot food in the refrigerator.

Store liquids in closed containers.

Storing vegetables with a high water content can result in condensation in the crisper drawer: this will 
not affect the correct operation of the appliance.

Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic.

The refrigerator can operate at ambient temperatures between +16°C and +43°C. Temperature Type of use
Minimum
1-2
Small amounts of food stored

The door is seldom opened
Medium
3-4
Normal use
Maximum
5
Large amount of food stored

The door is opened frequently
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FRESH CONTROL COMPARTMENT
This sliding compartment stays colder than the rest of the refrigerator compartment to keep daily foods 
fresh longer.
It is proper for keeping dairy products, cold cuts, sausage and meat.
If necessary, remove the fresh control compartment for cleaning.
DRAWER (depending on the model)
The drawer has four containers which can be used to store small food items.
For ease of use and optimum food storage, you can move the drawer to the right or left.
Furthermore, you can easily remove the drawer if necessary.
Note: close the drawer lids to prevent food from drying out and odours from mixing.
BOTTLE RACK (depending on the model)
Designed to hold bottles in the horizontal position.
The shelf beneath the bottle rack can be easily fitted by simply moving the rack to the right or left.
The bottle rack is easy to remove: simply pull the glass shelf outwards, slide the bottle rack to the right or 
left and remove it.
The bottle rack can be fitted on any glass shelf.
Note: make sure bottles are tightly closed to avoid spills.
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MOISTURE CONTROL (depending on the model)
The fruit and vegetables drawer is provided with a moisture control that allows you to control the 
necessary amount of air that goes into the drawer.

We recommend to keep the control closed to preserve leafy vegetables and open to preserve fruit.
CRISPER DRAWER
Foods such as fruit and vegetables dehydrate when stored in direct contact with cold and dry air.
The crisper drawer keeps the temperature and humidity adequate for storage of fruits and vegetables, 
preserving their natural characteristics. Furthermore, this drawer is equipped with a filter that eliminates 
unpleasant odours.
TO REMOVE THE CRISPER DRAWER LID
First step: removing the crisper drawers

The drawer slides out easily thanks to the wheels.

Slide the drawer out as far as it comes, then lift the front end and pull the drawer out completely.
Second step: removing the central divider located between the drawers

Tilt the divider to the left starting from the back.

Remove the divider.
Third step: removing the crisper drawer lid

Slide the crisper drawer lid outwards.

Remove the lid.
Crisper 
drawerCrisper drawer 
lid Crisper drawer 
divider
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FREEZER COMPARTMENT
TO REPLACE THE CRISPER DRAWER LID
First step: replacing the crisper drawer lid

Insert the back of the lid into the runners.

Push the lid back into place.
Second step: replacing the crisper drawer divider

Refit the divider in the specific slots located on the bottom of the compartment and crisper drawer wall 
as shown in the figure.
Third step: replacing the crisper drawers

Replace the drawer on the wheels.

Push it back into place.
After switching on the appliance, the freezer compartment takes approximately 3 hours to reach a suitable 
temperature for frozen food storage.
The freezer compartment, marked with the symbol , is used for storing frozen food and freezing 
fresh or cooked food. It also allows the making of ice cubes. The inner door of the freezer is especially 
suitable for storing ice cream or frozen food with a short storage time.
The maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in a 2 4  h o u r p e ri o d  is  s t at e d  o n  t h e r at i n g  p l at e ,  in s id e  
the refrigerator compartment.
Crisper drawer lid
Crisper drawer 
central divider Crisper drawer
TEMPERATURE LEVEL OF USE
Minimum
1-2Minimum level: to be used when small amounts of food are stored in the 
freezer and the door is seldom opened.
Medium
3-4Medium level: to be used in normal conditions
Maximum
5Maximum level: to be used when large amounts of food are stored in the 
freezer and the door is opened frequently.
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ICE CUBES

Take out the ice cube tray.

Fill it with water to the indicated level.

Replace the ice cube tray in its original position.

When the ice cubes are ready, turn the knob to drop them into the ice bin. Do not fill the ice bin with 
water.
FAST FREEZING COMPARTMENT

The fast freezing compartment enables you to freeze homemade and fresh foods more quickly.

To open the compartment, lift the front lid and slide it backwards. To close the compartment, proceed 
in the same way.
Note: make sure that the front lid of the fast freezing compartment is closed before closing the 
door of the compartment.
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GUIDE TO STORAGE AND THAWING OF 
FOOD
PREPARING FRESH FOOD FOR FREEZING
It is important to wrap food so that no water, moisture, or vapour may penetrate; this avoids the transfer 
of odours and flavours throughout the refrigerator and allows better storage of frozen food. Use plastic 
containers with tight fitting lids, aluminium trays, aluminium foil, cling film and waterproof plastic 
wrappings.
Important:

When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and transport the products in a thermally 
insulated cool bag. 

Place the items in the freezer compartment as soon as you get home. 

Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum.

Respect the best-before date on the package. 

Always observe the storage information on the package.
SEALING
When sealing food in bags, squeeze out the air first. 
Place labels on the inside of clear freezer bags; use self-adhesive labels on the outside of opaque ones.
Fasten the top of the bag with a string.
DEFROSTING
Here are some helpful tips.
Raw vegetables
: do not thaw, put straight into boiling water and cook as usual.
Meat
 (large cuts): thaw in the refrigerator compartment without unwrapping. Before cooking, leave at 
room temperature for a couple of hours.
Meat
 (small cuts): thaw at room temperature or cook from frozen.
Fish
: thaw in the refrigerator compartment without unwrapping or cook before fully thawed.
In the event of a power failure, the freezer compartment maintains the appropriate storage temperature 
for approximately 12 hours; during this time, we suggest you leave the door of the compartment closed. 
Do not refreeze partially thawed food.
Previously cooked food
: reheat in the oven without removing it from its aluminium container.
Fruit
: thaw in the refrigerator compartment
NOTE
: Never place warm food in the freezer, instead allow it to cool at room temperature for 30 
minutes, then wrap it and place in the freezer. Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy and 
prolongs the life of the appliance.
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