User manual WHIRLPOOL ART 477/3 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] The packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc. ) is potentially dangerous and must be kept out of reach of children. Product The appliance is made from recyclable materials and must be scrapped in accordance with local waste disposal regulations. The appliance must be consigned 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). [. . . ] When temperature in the freezer compartment has fallen to acceptable levels, the red indicator LED will switch off automatically. At this point remember to switch off the “Fast freeze” function. Freezing fresh food If your appliance is equipped with a single compressor: Set the thermostat knob to 2-3. If the appliance is equipped with a freeze button, press it to activate the function (the yellow indicator light will switch on). Also the red indicator light (models with control panel) may switch on. The red indicator light will switch off when the freezer compartment has reached the optimum temperature. Note: The freeze function makes it possible to freeze fresh food while maintaining the temperature in the refrigerator compartment at the optimum level. • • Rapid freezing function If your appliance is equipped with two compressors, activate the rapid freezing function 6 hours before inserting fresh food to obtain the maximum freezing power as indicated on the rating plate. Important: • Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil, cling film, air and water-tight plastic bags, polythene containers with lids or special freezer containers. • Arrange the fresh food in the upper area of the freezer compartment, leaving sufficient space around each pack for the air to circulate. • Press the rapid freezing button to switch off the function (yellow indicator light switches off). 16 33051-gb. fm5 Page 17 Tuesday, December 22, 1998 3:52 PM HOW TO USE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT Note: The temperature in the freezer compartment is maintained at the ideal level for the storage of frozen food also during power failures of limited duration, although it is advisable to avoid opening the freezer compartment door during such periods. 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). Avoid packages that are swollen or show evidence of damp areas indicating that the food may have thawed partially during its period of storage. • When shopping, leave frozen food purchases till 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 thawed, even partially, do not refreeze it. • Always observe the storage information on the package. MONTHS FOOD Removing the baskets • Pull out fully, raise slightly and remove. Note: The freezer compartment can be used without the two upper baskets to increase storage space for large products. After inserting food, ensure that the freezer compartment door closes properly. Making ice cubes • • • Pour water into the ice tray up to 2/3 full and place it in the freezer compartment. [. . . ] 20 33051-gb. fm5 Page 21 Tuesday, December 22, 1998 3:52 PM ELECTRICAL CONNECTION For Great Britain only The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: BLUE - “NEUTRAL” (“N”) BROWN - “LIVE” (“L”) GREEN AND YELLOW - “EARTH” (“E”) 1. The GREEN AND YELLOW wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter “E” or by the Earth symbol 4 or coloured green or green and yellow. The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter “N” or coloured black. The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter “L” or coloured red. 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. [. . . ]