Whirlpool ARC 5580 Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 
RECOMMENDATIONS
INSTALLATION
HOW TO STORE FOODS IN REFRIGERATOR 
COMPARTMENT
HOW TO DEFROST THE FREEZER 
COMPARTMENT (DEPENDING ON THE MODEL)
HOW TO FREEZE FRESH FOOD
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
 

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BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
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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...

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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 
RECOMMENDATIONS

Use the refrigerator compartment only for 
storing fresh food and beverages and use the 
freezer compartment only for storing frozen 
food, freezing fresh food and making ice 
cubes.

After installation, make sure that the 
appliance is not standing on the power supply 
cable.

Do not store glass containers with liquids in 
the freezer since they may burst.

Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately 
after taking them out of the freezer since they...

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INSTALLATION
HOW TO STORE FOODS IN REFRIGERATOR 
COMPARTMENT 
Location

Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated place. Ensure that 
the appliance is level. Adjust the front feet if necessary.

Make sure that your appliance is not near a heat source.

Install and level the refrigerator on a floor strong enough to 
take its weight and in an area suitable for its size and use.

After installation, make sure that the appliance is not standing 
on the power supply cable.

Keep ventilation...

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EXTRA SHELF (depending on the model)
Your refrigerator is provided with extra wire shelf. It’s ideal to 
store bottles.

To use it, pull it frontward to the position indicated in the 
pictures.

When not in use, just pull it upward and then push it backward.

To remove the shelf, just slide the side locks (if available) as in 
the picture, and pull it toward you.

After replacing the extra shelf, slide the side locks in its original 
position.
SLIDING GLASS SHELVES (depending on the model)
Your...

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HOW TO DEFROST THE FREEZER 
COMPARTMENT (DEPENDING ON THE 
MODEL)
In “No-Frost” appliances, defrosting of freezer is 
completely automatic.
In other appliances, defrost the freezer compartment once 
or twice a year, or when the ice on the walls reaches a 
thickness of about 3mm. If possible, defrost the freezer 
when it is nearly empty.

Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply 
(refrigerator compartment switches off too).

Remove the food from the freezer, wrap in a paper and group...

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HOW TO FREEZE FRESH FOOD
You can use the freezer compartment   to freeze food.
The amount of fresh food that can be frozen in 24 hours, at an 
ambient temperature of +25°C, is indicated on the data plate.
How to proceed:

Wrap and seal the food in: aluminium foil, cling film, watertight 
plastic bags, polythene containers with lids or special freezer 
containers.

Place food in the top compartment, leaving enough space for air 
to circulate around packs. To speed up the freezing process and...

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FOOD STORAGE CHART 
Storage time will vary according to the quality of the food, the type of packaging or wrap used (moisture and 
vapour proof), and the storage temperature (which should be -18°C).
FOODSTUFF AND STORAGE TIME  DAIRY PRODUCTS
PASTRY AND  BREAD
Fruit
Concentrated fruit juice 12 months
Fruit (in general) 8 to 12 months
Citrus fruit and fresh fruit 
juice4 to 6 months
Vegetables
Commercially frozen  8 months
Home frozen 8 to 12 months
Meat
Sausages 4 weeks or less
Hamburgers1 month
Beef,...

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Some noises are normal when the appliance is operating.
Before carrying out any cleaning operations, unplug the 
appliance.

Clean the inside of the freezer compartment when defrosting.

Periodically clean the inside of the refrigerator compartment 
with a sponge dampened in warm water and/or neutral 
detergent. Rinse and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive 
products.

Clean the outside with a soft damp cloth. Do not use abrasive 
products, scourers, stain-removers (e.g....

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
Before contacting After-Sales Service:
1.
See if you can solve the problem yourself with the 
help of the “Troubleshooting guide”).
2.
Switch the appliance on again to see if the 
problem has been solved. If it has not, disconnect 
the appliance from the power supply and wait for 
about an hour before switching on again.
3.
If the problem persists after this course of action, 
contact After-sales Service.Specify:

the nature of the problem,

the model,

the...