User manual WHIRLPOOL KRIC 2256/3 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Keep potentially hazardous packaging (plastic bags, polystyrene etc. ) out of the reach of children. Before scrapping, cut off the power cable so that the appliance cannot be connected to the mains. Dispose of the appliance at an authorised collection centre for refrigerant gases. d Information This appliance is free of CFC’s (refrigerant circuit contains R134a) or free of HFC’s (refrigerant circuit contains R600a – Isobutane). For more details, please refer to the rating plate on the appliance. x x x x x x x x In the freezing compartment it is possible to store frozen food. [. . . ] To set the temperature: x x x x 2 X Important: Press the pilot light switch (4) when you freeze food and/or when room temperature drops below 16oC. o x When room temperature rises above 16 C turn the pilot light switch (4) off. x Inside temperatures are affected by the position of the appliance, room temperature and frequency of door openings. Thermostat setting (1) may have to be changed depending on these factors. x How to store food in the refrigerator compartment 3 X. 3 X 1. 9. x We suggest to arrange food as shown in the figure on the side: Cooked food Dairy products, tinned products, cheese, butter Fish, meet Sliced food Fruit and vegetables Small tins, eggs Tubes, small tins Sausage Bottles Notes: Do not store food in an open container since it would dry up. x Do not store food that is still warm in the refrigerator compartment. Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely automatic. 16 M 16 Y N C Only for appliances with compartment or compartment: 4 In the X. In the freezing compartment it is possible to store food for several months. The quantity in kilos of fresh food that can be frozen within 24 hours is indicated on the plate (6). 3 < 3 HOW TO USE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT 4 X < Freezing of foods 5 light switch (4) 12 X. The x x Set the thermostat (1) 12 hours before introducing the food. For freezing put the food in the middle of the compartment (at the back). < Important: x Wrap and seal food in aluminium foil, cling film, air- and watertight plastic bags, polyethylene containers with lids, containers suitable for freezers. When buying frozen food, make sure that: x Wrapper or package is intact as the food may deteriorate. If it bulges or has spots of moisture on it, it means that it has not been stored in adequate conditions and that the contents may have started to thaw. x Any food, even if partially thawed, cannot be re-frozen but must be eaten within 24 hours. x Any rise in temperature of frozen food should be avoided or kept as short as possible. Frozen food should not be kept beyond the date indicated on the package. x Always follow the instructions on how to store frozen food written on the packaging. Making ice cubes x Fill the ice cube trays (8) 3/4 full of water and place them on the bottom of the freezer compartment. x Use the handle of a spoon to free the ice cube trays if they are stuck. Do not use sharp or pointed tools. 5 X 17 M 17 Y N C HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE APPLIANCE Before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance, always unplug the appliance. [. . . ] Let the appliance run for a while to see if the problem has cleared itself. 8 X. If the appliance still does not work properly, please call for Service. of the appliance is indicated on the rating plate (6) (inside on the bottom left). INSTALLATION 9 X. Clean the inside (see chapter “How to defrost and clean the appliance”). [. . . ]