Whirlpool ARC 4324 AL Manual

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FOOD STORAGE CHART 
Storage time will vary according to the quality of the food, the type of packaging or wrap used (moisture and 
vapour proof), and the storage temperature (which should be -18°C).
FOODSTUFF AND STORAGE TIME DAIRY PRODUCTS
PASTRY AND  BREAD
Fruit
Concentrated fruit juice 12 months
Fruit (in general) 8 to 12 months
Citrus fruit and fresh fruit 
juice4 to 6 months
Vegetables
Commercially frozen  8 months
Home frozen 8 to 12 months
Meat
Sausages 4 weeks or less
Hamburgers1 month
Beef, veal, lamb 2 to 3 months
Roasts
Beef6 to 12 months
Lamb and veal 6 to 12 months
Pork  4 to 8 months
Fresh sausages1 to 2 months
Steaks and chops
Beef 8 to 12 months
Lamb, veal, pork2 to 4 months
Fish
Cod, flounder, sole 6 months
Salmon2 to 3 months
Mackerel, perch 2 to 3 months
Dressed fish (purchased) 3 months
Clams, oysters3 to 4 months
Boiled fish, crabs 3 to 4 months
Raw prawns12 months
Poultry
Chicken or turkey (whole or 
parts)12 months
Duck and goose 6 months
Offal 2 to 3 months
Poultry cooked in a sauce 6 months 
Sliced meat (no sauce) 1 month
Stews
Meat, poultry, and fish  2 to 3 months
Butter6 to 9 months
Margarine 12 months 
Cheese
Camembert, mozzarella, 
spreading cheese 3 months 
Cream cheeses  do not freeze
Brie, Emmenthal, Swiss 
cheese, etc.
(freezing may affect cheese 
texture)6 to 8 months
Ice cream, fruit juices, milk12 months 
Eggs
(Add sugar or salt to yolks or 
whole beaten eggs)
Whole (beaten), whites, yolks12 months
Leavened bread and rolls3 months
Unbaked bread 1 month
Croissants 3 months
Cakes (not iced) 2 to 4 months
Cakes (iced) and biscuits 6 to 12 months
Fruit pies 12 months 
Biscuit pastry3 months
Pie pastry  4 to 6 months
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
INSTALLATION
Freestanding appliances (not built-in)
Fit the spacers (if supplied) on the rear of the 
condenser positioned at the back of the appliance 
(see figure); alternatively, leave a space of at least 
6 cm between the rear of the appliance and the 
wall.

To optimize appliance efficiency, leave a 5 cm gap 
above the appliance and make sure that adjacent 
kitchen units are sufficiently distanced to allow air 
circulation.

Ensure that the appliance is level, using the front 
adjustment feet if necessary.
Regulations require that the appliance is earthed. 
The manufacturer declines all liability for injury to 
persons or animals and for damage to property 
resulting from failure to observe the above 
procedures and reminders.

If the plug and socket are not of the same type, 
have the socket replaced by a qualified 
electrician.
Do not use extension leads or adapters.
Disconnecting the applianceIt must be possible to disconnect the appliance by 
unplugging it or by means of a double-pole switch 
isolating the socket.
Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug the appliance from the mains or disconnect the 
electrical power supply.
Periodically clean the refrigerator and freezer compartments with a sponge dampened in a solution of 
lukewarm water and special detergent for refrigerator interiors. Rinse and dry. Never use abrasive 
detergents. Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or 
explosion.

Clean with a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive products, scourers, stain-removers (e.g. acetone, trichloroethylene) or vinegar.
Dry with a soft cloth.

Both refrigerator and freezer compartments are provided with an automatic defrosting function (no 
frost system).

Do not use steam cleaners.

Regularly clean the condenser (air vents at the rear of the appliance) with a vacuum cleaner or a brush 
(see figure).

Ensure the seals are always perfectly clean.
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DOOR REVERSIBILITY
1.
Unscrew the two screws which are fixing the middle hinge. Also 
remove the two big caps on the left. (FIG-1) 
2.
Dismantle the refrigerator and frezeer door from cabinet by 
pulling towards to you together with the middle hinge. (FIG-2) 
3.
Remove the kick plate by pulling forward. 
Unscrew the bottom hinge fixing screws and remove it. 
Unscrew the pin of hinge from Hole 1, rotate the bottom hinge 
90° and screw the pin to Hole 2. (See Detail A) Then screw the 
hinge to bottom left side of refrigerator. (FIG-3) 
4.
Unscrew the screw fixing the top hinge cover and remove it. 
Unscrew the two screws fixing the top hinge and remove it. 
Insert the two big caps that are put in the user manuel bag to left 
side cap holes. (FIG-4) 
5.
Unscrew the screw fixing the top hinge pin. 
Turn the pin by 180° then fix it to left side of the top hinge by 
screwing it. (FIG-5) 
Figure-1 
Figure-2 
Figure-3 
Figure-4 
Figure-5 
Remove the
two big caps
Bottom hinge 
and kick plate Hole 2 
Hole 1Detail-A
Insert the 
two big 
caps 
Turn the top hinge
pin 180° 
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6.
Assemble the top hinge and hinge cover on the left side. (FIG-6) 
7.
Replace the top bushing and top bushing cap. 
(FIG-7) (You can use the bushing cap that is put in the user 
manuel bag) 
Remove the bottom bushing and bottom stopper and assemble 
it to the left side. (FIG-7) 
7.1
Remove the door handle caps. Unscrew the screws that are 
fixing the door handle. Assemble door handle to the right side 
by doing the reverse operation. (FIG-7/Detail-A) 
(Only for New Emotion design) 
8.
Remove the top bushing and insert it into left hole. Remove the 
right door catcher and assemble the left door catcher (which is 
put in the user manual bag) to the left. (FIG-8) 
8.1
Remove the door handle caps. Unscrew the screws that are 
fixing the door handle. Assemble door handle to the right side 
by doing the reverse operation. (FIG-8/Detail-A) 
(only for New Emotion design)
 
9.
Turn the middle hinge 180º. Assemble the freezer door and 
refrigerator door together with middle hinge (Reverse 
operation of item 2) 
Fix the middle hinge by tighting the screws. 
Finally,by using a knife cut left side of the kick plate and 
assemble it. (FIG-9) 
Figure-7 
Figure-8 
Figure-9 
FREEZER 
DOOR  REFRIGERATOR 
DOOR
DETAIL-A 
Right catcher
Left catcher
Turn the 
middle hinge 
180° 
Figure-6 
DETAIL-A 
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VACATION
Short vacation
There is no need to disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply if you will be away for less than 
three weeks. Use up perishable food, freeze other food.
Long vacation
Remove all the food if you are going away for three weeks or more. Unplug the refrigerator and clean it, 
rinse and dry.
Fix some wooden or plastic wedges to the upper part of both doors with adhesive tape and leave the 
doors open enough for air to circulate inside both compartments. This will prevent odour and mould 
from setting in.
Moving

Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and fix them together with adhesive tape so that they 
do not bang together or get lost.

Close and fix both doors with adhesive tape and, again using adhesive tape, fix the power cable to the 
appliance.
Power failure
In the event of a power failure, call the local office of your electricity supply company and ask how long 
it is going to last.
1.
For power failures lasting up to 24 hours, keep both doors of the appliance closed
. This will allow 
the stored food to stay cold as long as possible.
2.
Should the power failure last more than 24 hours, remove all frozen food and put it in a portable 
freezer with a key lock. If this type of freezer is not available and, likewise, no artificial ice packs are 
available, try to use up the food which is more easily perishable.
3.
Bear in mind that a full freezer compartment will stay cold longer than a partially filled one.
4.
Empty the ice bucket.
Furthermore, a freezer full of frozen meat will stay cold longer than a freezer filled with pre-cooked 
food. 
If ice crystals are still visible on the food, it may be frozen again, although flavour and aroma may be 
affected. If food is found to be in a poor condition, it is best to throw it away.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE / AFTER-SALES 
SERVICE
Some noises are normal when the appliance is operating
Before contacting After-sales Service....
Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any 
kind.
The appliance is not working

Is the power cord damaged?

Have you checked your homes fuses?
Water collects at the bottom of the refrigerator compartment:

Is the defrost water drain blocked?
If there is water in the defrost pan:

This is normal in hot, damp weather. The pan can even be half full. Make sure the refrigerator is level 
so that the water does not overflow.
If the edges of the refrigerator cabinet, which come in contact with the door seal, are warm to 
the touch:

This is normal in hot weather and when the compressor is running.
If the light does not work:

Have you checked your homes fuses?

Is the power cable plugged into a live socket with the proper voltage?

Has the light bulb burnt out?
In the case of burnt-out bulbs:
1.
Always unplug the appliance from the mains.

See the “Troubleshooting guide/After-sales Service” chapter”.
If the motor seems to run too much:

Is the condenser free of dust and fluff?

Are the doors properly closed?

Are the door seals properly fitted?

On hot days or if the room is warm, the motor naturally runs longer.
The appliance is excessively noisy:

Is the appliance in contact with other furniture or objects?

Are the pipes at the back touching or vibrating?
If the appliance door has been left open for a while or if large amounts of food have been stored, the 
motor will run longer in order to cool down the interior of the appliance.
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AFTER SALES SERVICE
Before contacting After Sales Service:
1.
See if you can solve the problem yourself (see 
“TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE / AFTER-SALES 
SERVICE”).
2.
Switch the appliance on again to see if the 
problem has been solved. If it has not, disconnect 
the appliance from the power supply and wait for 
about an hour before switching on again.
3.
If the problem persists after this course of action, 
contact After-sales Service.Specify:

the nature of the fault,

the model,

the Service number (the number after the word 
SERVICE on the rating plate inside the appliance),

your full address,

your telephone number and area code
Note:
The direction of door opening can be changed. 
If this operation is performed by After-sales 
Service it is not covered by the warranty.
Remember
Motor running time depends on different things: number of door openings, amount of food stored, 
temperature of the room, setting of the temperature controls.
If, after performing the above checks, your appliance still does not work properly, contact the After-sales 
Service, explain the problem, specifying the model and appliance service number (stated on the data 
plate).
If the refrigerator temperature is too high

Is the appliance installed near a heat source?

Are the refrigerator controls correctly set?

Has a large amount of food been added to the refrigerator or freezer?

Check that the doors are not opened too often.

Check that the doors close properly.

Make sure that air flow vents inside the compartment are not blocked, as this prevents the circulation 
of cold air.
If there is moisture build-up

Make sure that the food is properly packaged. Dry any dampness on food containers before placing 
them in the refrigerator.

Check that the doors are not opened too often. When the door is opened, humidity from the room air 
enters the refrigerator. The more often the door is opened, the faster humidity builds up, especially 
when the room itself is very humid.

If the room is very humid, it is normal for moisture to build up inside the refrigerator.

It is normal for droplets of water to form on the back wall after the refrigerator self-defrosts.
If the doors do not open and close properly

Check that food packages are not blocking the door.

Check that the door trays, shelves and drawers are all positioned correctly.

Check that the door seals are not dirty or sticky.

Ensure the appliance is level.
Always disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply before replacing any light bulbs.
If the inside light is not working:

Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply.
Depending on the model

Remove the bulb cover (depending on model)

Unscrew or remove the bulb.

Check the bulb and if necessary replace it.

Some models are equipped with a special bulb, which does not unscrew. Pull towards the inside of the 
appliance. This bulb is available only from our After-sales Service. Replace using maximum 15W bulb.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
1) For Great Britain only
Warning - this appliance must be earthed
Fuse replacement
If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 
13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an 
A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows:
1.
Remove the fuse cover (A
) and fuse (B
).
2.
Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover.
3.
Refit both into plug.
Important:
The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse and if the 
fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a correct 
replacement is fitted.
Correct replacement are identified by the colour insert or the 
colour embossed in words on the base of the plug.
Replacement fuse covers are available from your local electrical 
store.
2) For the Republic of Ireland only
The information given in respect of Great Britain will frequently 
apply, but a third type of plug and socket is also used, the 
2-pin, side earth type.
3) Socket outlet / plug (valid for both countries)
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, please 
contact Whirlpool Service for further instruction. Please do not 
attempt to change plug yourself. This procedure needs to be 
carried out by a qualified Whirlpool technician in compliance 
with the manufactures instructions and current standard safety 
regulations.
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