Whirlpool AFB 828 Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE 12
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT 12
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 13
RECOMMENDATIONS
KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE 14
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 17
SERVICE 17
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 18
 
						

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
 Your new appliance is designed exclusively for
domestic use
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, make sure that the appliance is
undamaged and that the door closes properly.
Any damage must be reported to your dealer
within 24 hours after delivery of the appliance.
2. Wait at least two hours before switching the
appliance on in order to ensure the refrigerant
circuit is fully efficient.
3. Installation of the appliance and electrical
connections must be carried out by a qualified
electrician, in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions and local safety
regulations
4. Clean the inside of the appliance before using
1. Packing 
The packing material is 100% recyclable and bears
the recycling symbol. For disposal, comply with the
local regulations. Keep the packing materials
(plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of the
reach of children, as they are a potential source of
danger.
2. Scrapping/Disposal
The appliance is manufactured using recyclable
material.
This appliance is marked in compliance with
European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By
ensuring the correct disposal 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 special 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 and become trapped.
Scrap the appliance in compliance with local
regulations on waste disposal, taking it to a special
collection centre; do not leave the appliance
unattended even for a few days, since it is a
potential source of danger for children.
For further information on the treatment, recovery
and recycling of this product, contact your
competent local office, the household waste
collection service or the shop where you
purchased the appliance.Information:
This appliance does not contain CFCs. The
refrigerant circuit contains R134a (HFC) or R600a
(HC) (see the rating plate inside the appliance).
Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): isobutane is a
natural gas without environmental impact, but is
flammable. Therefore, make sure the refrigerant
circuit pipes are not damaged.
This product may contain Fluorinated Greenhouse
Gases covered by the Kyoto Protocol; the
refrigerant gas is inside a hermetically sealed
system.
Refrigerant gas: R134a has a Global Warming
Potential of (GWP) 1300.
Declaration of conformity 
 This appliance has been designed for preserving
food and is manufactured in compliance with
Regulation (CE) No. 1935/2004.
 This appliance has been designed, manufactured
and marketed in compliance with:
- safety objectives of the “Low Voltage
Directive 2006/95/CE (which replaces
73/23/CEE and subsequent amendments);
- the protection requirements of Directive
“EMC 2004/108/EC.
Electrical safety of the appliance can only be
guaranteed if it is correctly connected to an
approved earthing system.
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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 refrigerant circuit
pipes.
 Install and level the appliance on a floor strong
enough to take its weight and in a place suitable
for its size and use.
 Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated
place. The appliance is arranged for operation in
places where the temperature comes within the
following ranges, according to the climatic class
given on the rating plate. The appliance may not
work properly if it is left for a long time at a
temperature outside the specified range.
 Make sure the voltage specified on the rating
plate corresponds to that of your home. 
 Do not use single/multi adapters or extension
cords.
 For the water connection, use the pipe supplied
with the new appliance; do not reuse that of the
previous appliance. 
 Power cable modification or replacement must
only be carried out by qualified personnel.
 It must be possible to disconnect the appliance
from the power supply by unplugging it or by
means of a mains two-pole switch installed
upstream of the socket.SAFETY 
 Do not store or use petrol, flammable liquids or
gas in the vicinity of this or other electrical
appliances. The fumes can cause fires or
explosions. 
 Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical
means other than those recommended by the
Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process.
 Do not use or place electrical devices inside the
appliance compartments if they are not of the
type expressly authorised by the Manufacturer. 
 This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
 To avoid the risk of children becoming trapped
and suffocating, do not allow them to play or
hide inside the appliance.
 Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the
ice packs (in some models). 
 Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately
after taking them out of the freezer since they
may cause cold burns.
USE
 Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning
operation, unplug the appliance or disconnect it
from the power supply.
 All appliances equipped with an automatic ice-
maker and water dispenser must be connected
to a water supply that only delivers drinking
water (with mains water pressure of between
0.17 and 0.81 Mpa (1.7 and 8.1 bar)). Automatic
ice-makers and/or water dispensers not directly
connected to the water supply must be filled
with drinking water only. 
 Use the refrigerator compartment only for
storing fresh food and the freezer compartment
only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food
and making ice cubes. 
 Do not store glass containers with liquids in the
freezer since they may burst.
The Manufacturer declines any liability if the
above advice and precautions are not
respected.
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
Climatic ClassAmb. T. (°C)Amb. T. (°F)
SNFrom 10 to 32From 50 to 90
NFrom 16 to 32From 61 to 90
STFrom 16 to 38From 61 to 100
TFrom 16 to 43From 61 to 110
 
						

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The appliance you have just bought, marked by the symbol  , allows the freezing - in of fresh and
cooked food, the production of ice cubes and the storage of frozen food. Please read these instructions
carefully, as they include a description of your appliance and the useful hints to enable you to achieve the
best performances required to freeze fresh food and to store already frozen food.
DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE (Fig. 1)
A) Control panel
1.Operation control lamp (green light)
2.Temperature control lamp (red alarm light) with acoustic signal
3.Fast freeze control lamp (yellow light)
4.Fast freeze switch
5.Temperature control knob (thermostat)
6.Open door alarm switch (if present)
B)Baskets (freezing - in and storage baskets)
C)Storage basket only.
Some models are supplied with containers filled with cooling liquid(eutectics): remove them from the back
of the basket (C) and position them next to each other inside the basket.
INSTALLATION
Ensure that the appliance is not damaged. Transit damages must be reported to your dealer within 24
hours of receipt of the appliance. The appliance should not be installed close to heat sources such as
cookers, central heating, boilers, sunlight, etc. It must however be located in a well ventilated dry space. If
the following type of installation cannot be avoided, respect these side distances:
a)between appliance and oil or coal stoves: 30 cm minimum.
b)between appliance and gas or electric cooker: 3 cm minimum.
The appliance must stand on a stable and level surface: install it following the instructions given on the rear
of the template, delivered with the appliance. Leave the appliance to stand for two hours before
connecting it to the electricity supply. We suggest that during this time the interior is cleaned with a
sponge dampened in a solution of water and vinegar, after which the baskets can be fitted into the
appliance.
Attention:Accessibility to the plug has to be guaranteed even after installation of the appliance to
disconnect it, if required. Alternatively, connect the appliance to the mains by means of a two-pole
switching device with contact separation of 3 mm situated in an accessible position.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AND OPERATION
Please check that the voltage indicated on the rating plate situated inside the
compartment corresponds to the voltage in your home. The earthing of this
appliace is compulsory by law. The manufacturer will accept no liability
for injury to persons or damage to objects arising from the non
observance of this requirement.
When the appliance is plugged in, if the thermostat knob is not set to symbol
, the green and the red lamps (1) and (2) (Fig. 1) light up and the
temperature acoustic alarm sounds. The green control light always remains
alight and indicates the operation of the appliance. The red control light remains alight until the set
operation temperature has been attained. It lights up again when the temperature inside the freezer rises
due to frequent or prolonged door opening, and when the appliance has been loaded with fresh food to
be frozen. In this case, switch on the fast freeze facility until the red control light goes off. The acoustic
signal indicates that the red control light is alight. It stops when the red control light goes off or when the
fast freeze facility is switched on (yellow control light on).
ADJUSTMENT OF THE TEMPERATURE
The thermostat (Fig. 1) controls the temperature inside the appliance. Position  indicates that the
operation of appliance is interrupted. The ideal storage temperature of frozen food for a long time is -
18°C. In normal ambient conditions (temperature between +20°C and +25°C), we suggest you adjust the
thermostat control knob to a middle position. To obtain colder or warmer temperatures than -18°C, turn
the thermostat control knob to the highest or lowest setting respectively. We remind you that internal
temperatures are affected by the location of the appliance, the temperature of the surrounding air, the
frequency of the door opening. The setting of the thermostat may have to be varied to allow for these
factors. To check the temperature of the food stored, place the thermometer (if delivered) under the
food; if it is placed on the food it will indicate the temperature of the air which does not correspond to
that of the food stored.
USE OF THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT
This appliance is equipped with an acoustic alarm which sounds when the door is left open. In case of
prolonged door opening, to stop the alarm pull switch (6) (Fig.1).
 
						

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FREEZING IN (Fig. 6)
The amount of fresh food which can be frozen in a 24 hours period at an ambient temperature of +25° C
is stated on the rating plate.
T
o freeze the maximum quantity of foods allowed, switch on the fast freeze facility (4) (yellow light on) 24 h
prior to loading the foods, which should be positioned directly on the grid without using the baskets.
At completion of the freezing-in operation, switch off the fast freeze facility (yellow light off).
The freezing-in time diminishes for loads less than the maximum.
Very small loads can be frozen without switching on the fast freeze facility.
Do not store warm foods in the freezer. Never re-freeze partially or completely defrosted foods.
Prepare and wrap foods to be frozen in aluminium or plastic foils or place them in appropriate containers.
Label the packets indicating the freezing-in date and the contents. The freezer compartment maintains the
storage temperature for 15 hours approx. even in case of power failure.
We suggest however you leave the door closed during this time.
Fizzy drinks should not be frozen and some products, such as flavoured water ices, should not be
consumed too cold.
Note:Due to the efficiency of the door seal, it is not always possible to open the freezer door
immediately after closing it. Wait some minutes before trying to open it.
PRODUCTION OF ICE CUBES
3/4 fill the ice cube trays with water and place them in the low temperature compartment. If the trays
stick to the bottom of the compartment, do not detach them with sharp or cutting instruments, which
could damage the appliance. Use, if necessary, the handle of a spoon. To allow removal of ice cubes from
plastic trays, bend them slightly.
Attention: Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after removal from the low temperature
compartment as they may give rise to cold burns.
STORAGE OF FROZEN FOOD
When buying frozen food, it is suggested to use thermal bags or cold boxes. They should be the last
purchases made and should be well wrapped in newspaper. When home, store them in the compartment,
with the least possible delay. In any case these foods have to be used within the date printed on the
packet.
THAWING
Here are some basic suggestions:
Raw vegetables:Do not thaw - put straight into boiling water and cook as usually.
Meat (large cuts):Thaw in the refrigerator without unwrapping them. Before cooking, leave at room
temperature for some hours.
(Small cuts):Thaw at room temperature or cook directly.
Fish:Thaw in the refrigerator without unwrapping or cook directly before being completely thawed.
Previously cooked food:Re-heat in the oven without removing from its aluminium container.
Fruit:Thaw in the refrigerator.
DEFROSTING
Generally you need to defrost two or three times a year when the layer of frost reaches a 3 mm
thickness. We suggest you periodically remove the frost from the freezing plate by means of a plastic
scraper. Avoid using sharp or cutting instruments. Defrosting should be carried out when the quantity of
food stored is minimum. If the appliance is not emply, to avoid the food thawing out during defrosting,
switch on the fast freeze facility some hours prior to defrosting so that the food stored reaches the coldest
temperature. Wrap the frozen food into
several layers of newspaper (or in a cover) and place them in the refrigerator or in a cool place. Adjust the
thermostat control knob to position, disconnect the appliance from the mains and leave the door open.
Remove the baskets by pulling forward and up. Do not use commercial defrosting products as they could
contain
dangerous components. At completion of defrosting, clean and dry the appliance carefully. Reconnect the
freezer to the mains supply and switch on the fast freeze facility. Reload the freezer with the frozen food.
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The incorrect operation of the appliance is not always due to a fault but it may also result from poor
installation or usage. To prevent unnecessary service calls for which you will be charged, we suggest you
consult this trouble-shooting guide.
1. If the red light is on continuously or flashing, the internal temperature is too high.Check that:
 the door is not properly shut;
 the thermostat control knob is correctly set (see chapter “Adjustment of the temperature);
 the freezer is not near a source of heat;
 there is a large build up of frost on the inner walls;
 the air flow is not restricted.
If your appliance is fitted with a drawer situated on the bottom left hand side (Fig. 11), we suggest you
remove it and you clean the inside with a soft brush.
2. If the compressor functions continuously.Check that:
 the fast freeze switch is turned off;
 the ambient temperature is too warm;
 the door is not being opened too frequently.
3. The appliance is excessively noisy.Check that:
 the appliance is level.
4. The appliance does not operate.Check that:
 the thermostat control knob is not set to position ;
 there is not a power failure;
 the plug is making good contact with the supply socket;
 any automatic circuit breakers have tripped or any fuses blown;
 the supply cable is intact (see also Note).
Note:When replacing a damaged supply cord, be sure the new
cord is correctly clamped. If you have followed this trouble
shooting guide and your freezer still does not work properly,
get in touch with your Retailer or Service Agent. State clearly
what is wrong and the type and serial number of your freezer.
SERVICE
A periodic and proper maintenance will ensure a longer life to your appliance. Disconnect the appliance
from the mains supply before any intervention. Clean periodically the appliance with a solution of water
and vinegar. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Never use abrasive or detergents. Clean periodically the door
gasket with water and dry carefully. Avoid soiling the door gasket with oil or other grease which could
damage it. After cleaning, reconnect the appliance to the mains supply.
HINTS FOR HOLIDAYS
If you plan to be away for a long time, disconnect the appliance from the mains, empty and clean the
inside. Leave the door open to prevent the appliance from smelling musty. If you plan to be away for a
short time, let the appliance operate normally.
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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.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION