Instruction for Use

ManualsBrandsWhirlpool Manualskitchen & houseware accessoriesART 315/L

INDEX GB

Refrigerator with , compartment and

automatic defrost.

The rated performance is obtained with the

appliance operating at ambient temperatures

between +16°C and +32°C.

The single appliances of the Mini-kitchen are in

compliance with VDE regulations, EEC

international directives, EEC directive

no. 87/308/CE relating to the suppression of

radio interference, and with current safety

standards.

The refrigerator has been tested for fluid-

tightness and conforms to VBG 20 accident

prevention standards for cooling systems.

To install an extractor hood...

observe the minimum distance from the

hotplates! Minimum distance between electric

hotplates and lower edge of extractor hood:

650 mm. For reasons of safety this distance

must absolutely be maintained!

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

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INSTALLATION

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CONNECTING THE MINI-KITCHEN

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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS

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REFRIGERATOR

USE OF THE REFRIGERATOR

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ELECTRIC HOTPLATES

USE OF THE ELECTRIC HOTPLATES

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USE OF THE TIMER

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ADVICE

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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AFTER-SALES SERVICE

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Summary of content (13 pages)

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37050Aen.fm5 Page 88 Thursday, July 22, 1999 6:37 PM BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE In purchasing this new product you have chosen a household appliance capable of matching the highest expectations from a technical standpoint and affording an ease of use compatible with practical requirements. This new appliance offers you all that is technically possible at the time of its design and manufacture.
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7050Aen.fm5 Page 89 Thursday, July 22, 1999 6:37 PM INSTALLATION Before installation, make sure that the tubes on the rear of the refrigerator have not been bent in transit. If the tubes touch the refrigerator or the wall, the refrigerator will be irritatingly noisy during operation. If necessary, bend them carefully to restore the correct clearance. The Mini-kitchen must be installed in a fixed and plumb upright position. Any unevenness of the floor can be accommodated by adjusting the feet (Fig. 1).
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37050Aen.fm5 Page 90 Thursday, July 22, 1999 6:37 PM CONNECTING THE MINI-KITCHEN Connections to the water supply and waste pipelines should be made preferably by a professional installer. The Mini-kitchen is designed for connection to the earthed socket outlet of a 220-230 V/50 Hz supply, provided with an isolating contact in compliance with current safety regulations. The Mini-kitchen with electric hotplates must be protected by a 16 A fuse.
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37050Aen.fm5 Page 91 Thursday, July 22, 1999 6:37 PM CONNECTING THE MINI-KITCHEN 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. 2.
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37050Aen.fm5 Page 92 Thursday, July 22, 1999 6:37 PM PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS • • • • • • • Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh foods and the low temperature compartment only for making ice cubes, storing frozen food and freezing fresh food. Do not cover or obstruct the air vents of the appliance.
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37050Aen.fm5 Page 93 Thursday, July 22, 1999 6:37 PM USE OF THE REFRIGERATOR The use of adaptors, sockets and extension leads is not recommended. If their utilization is indispensable, use only single adaptors or extension leads in conformity with current safety standards, making certain not to exceed the maximum current indicated on a single adaptor or an extension lead, and the maximum rated power indicated on a multiple adaptor.
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37050Aen.fm5 Page 94 Thursday, July 22, 1999 6:37 PM USE OF THE REFRIGERATOR Freezing Defrosting The compartment can be operated at temperatures down to -18 °C, allowing a maximum 1.5 kg of food to be frozen in 24 hours. When freezing, the thermostat knob should be set to position 2-3. Wrap the food to be frozen in sheets of aluminium or polythene and apply labels stating the date of freezing and the contents. Take care that food already frozen does not come into contact with food waiting to be frozen.
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37050Aen.fm5 Page 95 Thursday, July 22, 1999 6:37 PM USE OF THE ELECTRIC HOTPLATES (Figure 3) A = Hotplates B = Knobs The normal and fast hotplates offer six nominal cooking temperatures. In the “0” position the hotplate is off. The fast hotplate, at the front, is identified by a red dot at the centre. This plate is used for quick boiling, frying, etc. For this type of use, turn the control knob to position 3. Use position 3 for quick cooking, and position 1 for slow cooking or simmering.
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37050Aen.fm5 Page 96 Thursday, July 22, 1999 6:37 PM USE OF THE TIMER Cooktop with timer (if fitted) (Figure 4) B Hotplate control knob 1-6 (1-3). Each radiant hotplate hob has its own control knob. C Timer control knob. D The yellow indicator light remains on while the hotplates are in operation. Fig. 4 Turning on the hotplates Set the control knob B between 1 and 6 (1 and 3). Turn the control knob C to the right (as far as it will go). The hotplates operate when both knobs B and C are switched on.
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37050Aen.fm5 Page 97 Thursday, July 22, 1999 6:37 PM CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE • • Clean the grilles and condenser at the rear of the refrigerator periodically, using a vacuum cleaner or brush. Clean the outside with a soft cloth. Prolonged absence 1. Empty the refrigerator. 2. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply. 3. Defrost and clean the interior. 4. When not in use, leave the door of the appliance open to prevent oxidation and the formation of mould and unpleasant odours. 5.
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37050Aen.fm5 Page 98 Thursday, July 22, 1999 6:37 PM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 1. The appliance is not working properly. • Is their a power failure? • Is the plug properly inserted into the socket outlet? • Is the isolating switch set to ON? • Has the fuse blown? • Is the power cord in perfect condition? • Is the thermostat set to z (off)? 2. The temperature in the compartments is not sufficiently cold.
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37050Aen.fm5 Page 99 Thursday, July 22, 1999 6:37 PM 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 action, contact After-Sales Service.