Whirlpool ART 378 Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE 5
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT 5
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 6
RECOMMENDATIONS
FIRST USE 7
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 7
IF THE APPLIANCE IS NOT GOING TO BE USED 7
IN CASE OF POWER FAILURES 7
OPERATION OF THE REFRIGERATOR  7
AND FREEZER COMPARTMENT
REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT 8
FREEZER COMPARTMENT 8
DEFROSTING THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT 8
STORING FOOD 9
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 9
AFTER-SALES SERVICE 9
 

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
 Your new appliance is designed exclusively for
domestic use.
To ensure best use of your appliance, carefully
read the operating instructions which contain
a description of the product and useful
advice.
Keep these instructions for future reference. 1. After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is
not damaged and that the door closes properly.
Any damage must be reported to the dealer
within 24 hours of delivery of the appliance.
2. Wait at least two hours before switching...

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INSTALLATION
 The appliance must be handled and installed by
two or more persons.
 Be careful not to damage the floors (e.g.
parquet) when moving the appliance.
 During installation, make sure the appliance
does not damage the power cable.
 Make sure the appliance is not near a heat
source.
 To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a space
on both sides and above the appliance and
follow the installation instructions.
 Keep the appliance ventilation openings free.
 Do not damage the appliance...

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Connect the appliance to the mains power supply. The ideal temperatures for preserving food have
already been set at the factory (3-5/MED).
Note:After switching the appliance on, it will be necessary to wait for 2 to 3 hours before a temperature
suitable for a standard appliance load is reached.
FIRST USE
 If the refrigerator compartment of your appliance is fitted with a thermostat box and an external panel,
the temperature of both compartments is adjusted using the thermostat knob as shown in figure...

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FREEZER COMPARTMENT
This appliance is a refrigerator with a  star rating freezer compartment. Packed frozen
foods can be stored for the period indicated on the packing. Fresh food can also be frozen,
ensuring that any contact with already frozen food is avoided. The quantity of fresh food that
can be frozen in a 24 hour period is given on the rating plate. Re-freezing of partially defrosted
food is not recommended. This food should be consumed within 24 hours. For further
information on freezing fresh...

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1. The appliance does not work.
 Is there a power failure?
 Is the plug properly inserted in the socket?
 Is the double-pole switch on?
 Are the electric circuit safety devices installed in
the house fully functional?
 Is the power cable damaged?
 Is the thermostat on the
position (stop)?
2. The temperature inside the compartments
is not cold enough.
 Do the doors close properly?
 Is the appliance installed near a heat source?
 Is the thermostat on the correct position?
 Is the air...