Whirlpool ARC 5520 Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE USING THE FRIDGE-FREEZER
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 
RECOMMENDATIONS
HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR 
COMPARTMENT
HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER 
COMPARTMENT
HOW TO DEFROST THE FREEZER 
COMPARTMENT
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
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BEFORE USING THE FRIDGE-FREEZER
Your new appliance is a combined fridge-freezer 
exclusively for domestic use.
The freezer compartment   can be used 
for freezing fresh and cooked food, making ice 
cubes, and storing frozen and deep-frozen food; 
defrosting is a manual procedure. The 
refrigerator compartment, which has an 
automatic defrost feature, is used for the storage 
of fresh food and beverages.
To get the most out of your new appliance, 
read the user handbook thoroughly. The 
handbook contains a description of the 
appliance and useful tips for storing food.Keep this handbook for future consultation.
1.After unpacking the appliance, make sure that 
the doors shut properly. Any damage must be 
reported to your dealer within 24 hours after 
delivery of the appliance.
2. Wait at least two hours without moving the 
appliance before switching on. This will give 
the refrigerant circuit time to settle and 
operate efficiently.
3.Installation of the appliance and electrical 
connections must be carried out by a qualified 
electrician, in accordance with the 
manufacturers instructions and local regulations.
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
1. Packing 
The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and 
marked with 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. Appliance
The appliance is made using recyclable materials. 
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with 
local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
Make the appliance unusable by cutting off the 
power cord. The appliance must be delivered to an 
authorised collection centre for the recovery of 
refrigerant gas.Information:
This appliance does not contain CFCs (replaced 
with R134a) or HFCs (replaced with R600a - 
Isobutane). For more information, refer to the 
identification data plate affixed to the appliance.
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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 
RECOMMENDATIONS
•Use the refrigerator compartment only for 
storing fresh food and beverages and use the 
freezer compartment only for storing frozen 
food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes.
•Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the 
appliance.
•Do not store liquids in glass containers in the 
freezer compartment - danger of bursting.
•Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately 
after taking them out of the freezer 
compartment - risk of cold burns.
•Do not allow children to play or hide inside the 
appliance - risk of becoming trapped and 
suffocating.
•Do not ingest the contents (non-toxic) of the ice 
packs (if provided).• Before servicing or cleaning the appliance, 
unplug it from the mains or disconnect the 
electrical power supply.
•The power cable may only be replaced by an 
authorised person.
•After installation, make sure that the appliance is 
not standing on the power supply cable.
Declaration of conformity
This appliance is intended to come into contact with 
foodstuffs and conforms to D.L. 108 of 25.01.1992 
(European Directive 89/109/EEC).
Information
Appliances with Isobutane (R600a)
Isobutane is a natural gas with low environmental 
impact. Caution is required, however, since 
isobutane is flammable. Therefore, it is essential to 
ensure that refrigerant pipelines are not damaged.
HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR 
COMPARTMENT
Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely 
automatic.
The refrigerator can operate at ambient temperatures between 
+16° C and +32° C.
Switching on the appliance
•Turn the knob to the position shown on the product sheet 
(recommended by the Manufacturer).
•In appliances with two compressors, the green indicator led 
lights up to indicate operation of the refrigerator 
compartment.
•Turn the knob to Off or 0 to switch off the refrigerator. 
When the knob is turned to Off or 0, the light also switches 
off.
Important:
After being switched on, the refrigerator needs approximately 
30 minutes to reach the correct temperature to store a typical 
volume of food in the refrigerator compartment
CLEANING FUNCTION
After setting the knob to Off or 0, the compartment can be 
emptied and cleaned.
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HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR 
COMPARTMENT 
HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER 
COMPARTMENT
To adjust the temperature, follow the instructions in the 
accompanying chart.
To switch off the refrigerator compartment:
•Set the knob to Off or 0.
How to use the refrigerator compartment
Position the food as shown in the figure.
A Cooked food
BFish, meat
C Fruit and vegetables
D Bottles
E Butter
F Dairy products, cheese
Notes:
•The space between the shelves and the rear wall of the 
refrigerator compartment 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 or freezer.
•Store liquids in closed containers.
•Storing vegetables with a high water content can result in condensation 
in the crisper drawer: this will not affect th e c o rr ec t o p era ti on o f  
the appliance.
•Turn the knob to the recommended position, as shown on 
the product sheet.
•The red indicator light remains lit (for about 1 hour) until 
the critical temperature is reached. The red LED lights up 
when:
-The appliance is connected to the power supply for the first 
time;
-the door of the freezer is open too long;
-the quantity of food loaded into the freezer exceeds that 
indicated on the data plate;
-the freezer compartment temperature is too high.
•In the case of appliances with two compressors, if the green 
indicator light remains lit, this means that the appliance is 
connected to the mains power supply.
After switching on, the freezer compartment takes 
approximately 3 hours to reach a suitable temperature for 
frozen food storage.
To adjust the temperature, follow the instructions in the 
accompanying chart.
To switch off the freezer compartment (and the 
refrigerator compartment in the models with 1 
compressor):
Set the knob to Off or 0.
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HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER 
COMPARTMENT
How to freeze fresh food
You can use the freezer compartment   to freeze  
food.
The amount of fresh food that can be frozen in 24 hours, at an 
ambient temperature of +25°C, is indicated on the data plate.
How to proceed:
•24 before freezing fresh food, press the “super” - fast freeze- 
button. The yellow indicator light will light up.
•Wrap and seal the food in: aluminium foil, cling film, watertight 
plastic bags, polythene containers with lids or special freezer 
containers.
•Place food in the top compartment, leaving enough space for air 
to circulate around packs. To speed up the freezing process and 
increase the compartment capacity, remove the top basket/s and 
the ice pack storage drawer (if provided). Put the already frozen 
food into the other drawers and the food still to be frozen directly 
onto the refrigerator grid. 
“HALF LOAD” FUNCTION
•When the freezer is only partially full, put all the food in the 
central basket and set the knob to HALF LOAD for energy 
saving.
Note:
•In the event of a power failure, the freezer compartment 
maintains the correct storage temperature for about 12 
hours.
•Do not open the freezer compartment door during a power 
failure.
Important:
The table alongside shows the recommended maximum 
storage time for frozen fresh foods.
When purchasing frozen food products:
•Ensure that the packaging is not damaged (frozen food in 
damaged packaging may have deteriorated). If the package is 
swollen or has damp patches, it may not have been stored 
under optimal conditions and defrosting may have already 
begun.
•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.
•If food has defrosted even partially, do not re-freeze it. 
Consume within 24 hours.
•Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum.
•Respect the best-before date on the package.
•Always observe the storage information on the package.
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HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER 
COMPARTMENT
HOW TO DEFROST THE FREEZER 
COMPARTMENT
Making ice cubes
•Fill the ice cube tray 3/4 with water and fit it onto the runners 
above the top drawer. To speed up the ice making process, 
place the tray on the bottom of the top drawer (as shown in 
the figure).
•If the tray sticks to the bottom of the compartment, do not 
use pointed or sharp instruments to detach it.
Defrost the freezer compartment once or twice a year, or 
when the ice on the walls reaches a thickness of about 3 
mm. If possible, defrost the freezer when it is nearly 
empty.
•Remove the food from the freezer, wrap in a newspaper and 
group together in a cool place or in a portable cooler.
•Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply.
•Remove the ice-cube tray.
•Remove the baskets.
•Pull out the defrost water drain from the base of the freezer 
compartment.
•Leave the freezer compartment door open. Place a shallow 
container below the drain channel to collect the defrost 
water.
Note: Do not use sharp or pointed metal instruments to 
scrape off ice; do not heat the freezer compartment 
artificially. Any damage to the appliance resulting from failure 
to observe these instructions is not covered by the guarantee.
•Clean the freezer compartment using a sponge dampened in 
a solution of warm water and neutral detergent. Do not use 
abrasive products.
•Rinse the interior and dry thoroughly.
•Reconnect the appliance to the power supply.
•Refit the drain in place and reposition the baskets.
•Before putting food back in the freezer compartment, press 
the “super” - fast freeze button again.
Note: Any increase in temperature of frozen food during defrosting 
can shorten its storage life
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Before carrying out any cleaning operations, unplug the 
appliance.
•Clean the inside of the freezer compartment when defrosting.
•Periodically clean the inside of the refrigerator compartment 
with a sponge dampened in warm water and/or neutral 
detergent. Rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive 
products.
•Clean the outside with a soft damp cloth. Do not use abrasive 
products, scourers, stain-removers (e.g. acetone, 
trichloroethylene) or vinegar.
•Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely 
automatic. Some models are provided with a drain hole. 
Clean the defrost water drain outlet regularly using the tool 
supplied with the appliance. This precaution ensures that 
defrost water is removed correctly.
• Periodically clean the condenser (radiator) at the rear 
of the appliance and the plinth with a vacuum cleaner 
or brush.
Prolonged disuse
1.Empty the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
2.Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
3.Defrost the freezer compartment, and clean and dry both 
compartments.
4.Leave the doors open to prevent formation of unpleasant 
odours.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
1. The appliance is not working.
•Is there a power failure?
•Is the plug properly inserted in the socket?
•Is the double-pole switch on?
•Has the fuse blown?
•Is the power cord in perfect condition?
•Are the thermostat knobs set to OFF?
2. Temperature inside the compartments is 
not low enough.
•Are the doors closed properly?
•Is the appliance installed near a heat source?
•Is the thermostat set correctly?
•Are the air circulation grilles blocked?
•Is the condenser clean?
3. Temperature inside the refrigerator 
compartment is too low.
•Is the thermostat set correctly?
4. Water collects at the bottom of the 
refrigerator compartment.
•Is the defrost water drain blocked?
•Is the thermostat set correctly?5. The appliance is excessively noisy.
•Is the appliance in contact with other furniture 
or objects?
•Are the pipes at the back touching or 
vibrating?
6. The inside light is not working.
Perform the checks for problem 1, and then:
•Disconnect the appliance from the mains 
power supply.
•Remove the bulb cover and unscrew the bulb.
•Check the bulb and if necessary replace it. 
Replace using maximum 15W bulb.
7. The red LED remains alight.
See: “How to operate the freezer 
compartment”.
Notes:
• The front edge of the appliance may be hot. 
This prevents the formation of condensation 
and is not a defect.
• Gurgling and hissing noises due to 
expansion in the refrigerant circuit are 
normal.
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
Before contacting After-Sales Service:
1.See if you can solve the problem yourself with the 
help of the “Troubleshooting guide”).
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 problem,
•the model,
•the Service number (the number after the word 
SERVICE on the data plate on the inside of 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.
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INSTALLATION
•Install the appliance away from heat sources. 
•Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated place. 
•Ensure that the appliance is level. Adjust the front feet if 
necessary.
•Leave at least 5 cm clearance above the appliance.
•The sides of some models are extended at the rear so the 
appliance can be placed directly against the rear wall. 
Otherwise, fit the spacers (if supplied) on the upper part of 
the condenser at the rear of the appliance. For models 
without spacer walls, the distance between the unit and the 
wall must be at least 4.5 cm.
•Clean the inside (see chapter “Care and Maintenance”). 
•Fit the accessories supplied.
•Remove the compressor locking pin (on selected models 
only).
Electrical Connection
•Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local 
regulations.
•Ensure that the voltage indicated on the appliance data plate 
corresponds to the domestic supply voltage.
• Regulations require that the appliance is earthed. 
The Manufacturer declines all liabilities for injury to 
persons or animals or damage to property resulting 
from failure to observe these regulations.
•If the plug and socket are not of the same type, have the 
socket replaced by a qualified electrician
•Do not use extension cables, multiple sockets or adapters.
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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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