User manual WHIRLPOOL AFB 601

[. . . ] This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring the correct scrapping of this appliance, you can help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and the health of persons. The symbol on the appliance, or on the accompanying documents, indicates that this appliance should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to a suitable collection centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside. [. . . ] Control unit Switching on the freezer for the first time · The freezer temperature does not have to set with the thermostat because the appliance is already factory-set. · Only place food in the freezer 2 hours after switching on. Storage baskets Temperature adjustment Settings from MIN to MAX: increase the cooling temperature. · Thermostat setting: MIN - storing food for short periods; NORMAL - storing food for longer periods; MAX + SUPER - storing food for long periods and freezing food. Note: The room temperature, how often the door is opened and the position of the appliance can affect the temperature inside the freezer. Take these factors into account when setting the thermostat. Adjustment devices Freezing Place the maximum amount indicated on the rating plate, in the middle compartment, taking care not to place it in contact with already frozen food. For optimum appliance performance, turn the thermostat knob to Control unit Super, introduce the food to be frozen, and after 24 hours turn the knob back to Normal. About 24 hours' on "SUPER" after introducing the food is generally sufficient; after this period, deactivate the "SUPER" function (if present). MIN Important: When freezing small amounts of food, the food can be placed in any compartment except the bottom drawer. Also, in order to save energy, the fast freeze function (if present) does not have to be activated. NORMAL MAX SUPER 17 60202007GB. fm Page 18 Monday, December 4, 2006 1:14 PM Advice for freezing and storing fresh food. · Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil, transparent film, waterproof plastic bags, polyethylene containers with lids or freezer containers suitable for the food being frozen. · If possible, fresh vegetables and fruit should be frozen immediately after being picked, to preserve the nutritional substances, structure, consistency, colour and flavour. Note: · Always leave hot food to cool before placing in the freezer. Do not refreeze unless the thawed food is used to prepare a ready meal. Important: The table opposite gives the recommended storage times for frozen fresh foods. Classification of frozen foods Put the frozen products in the freezer and classify them. It is advisable to indicate the storage date on the packs, to ensure their use before the expiry dates. MONTHS FOOD Advice for storing deep-frozen food When purchasing deep-frozen food products: · Make sure the packaging is not damaged, otherwise the food can deteriorate. If the package is swollen or has damp patches, it has not been stored in optimum conditions and may have started to thaw. · Do not refreeze partially thawed food products; consume them within 24 hours. · Always follow the instructions given on the pack for storing frozen foods. 18 60202007GB. fm Page 19 Monday, December 4, 2006 1:14 PM Removing the drawers · Pull out the drawers as far as they go, then lift slightly and remove. Make sure that the load does not exceed the limit (if present) indicated on the side walls of the appliance. Making ice cubes · Fill the ice cube tray 2/3 full and place it in the special freezer compartment. [. . . ] When possible, the back part of the appliance must be close to the wall, leaving the required space for ventilation. Levelling The appliance must be level; to eliminate rocking: make sure the appliance is vertical and that both adjustment devices are in close contact with the floor, so that the compartment is level. Adjust the level by unscrewing the appropriate adjustment device, located at the front (use fingers or a screwdriver). * For specific details please refer to the rating plate located on the back of the freezer. [. . . ]