Whirlpool ARG340A+: CLEANING, SANITIZATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ICE AND/OR WATER DISPENSER PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

CLEANING, SANITIZATION AND

MAINTENANCE OF THE ICE AND/OR

WATER DISPENSER

(if present)

Failure to follow the instructions regarding

• The filter must be changed when indicated on

sanitizing can compromise the hygienic safety

the control panel or when the ice/water

of the water dispensed.

dispenser has not been used for more than 30

• When using the appliance for the first time and

days.

every time the filter is changed, discard the first

• With each filter replacement, sanitise the ice

9-14 litres of water, equivalent to 6-7 minutes of

and/or water distribution system using a food

dispensing (not necessarily consecutive, but

grade disinfectant (with sodium hypochlorite),

before initial consumption) and discard the ice

which does not alter the characteristics of the

produced in the first 24 hours.

materials, or use the "Sanitising Kit" available

• If the water dispenser has not been used for

from the After-Sales Service. Rinse with at least

more than 4/5 days, it is advisable to clean the

2 litres of water before use.

circuit and run off the first litre of water.

• Only original spare parts supplied by the

• Reposition the removable water dispenser (if

manufacturer should be used when replacing

present), ensuring your hands are hygienically

components in the ice and water dispenser.

clean.

• Any work on the appliance must be carried out

• Clean the ice bucket or drawer regularly but

by a qualified technician or the After-sales

using only drinking water.

Service.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS

INSTALLATION

Climatic Class Amb. T. (°C) Amb. T. (°F)

• The appliance must be

SN From 10 to 32 From 50 to 90

handled and installed by

N From 16 to 32 From 61 to 90

two or more persons.

• Be careful not to

ST From 16 to 38 From 61 to 100

damage the floors (e.g. parquet) when moving

T From 16 to 43 From 61 to 110

the appliance.

• Make sure the voltage specified on the rating

• During installation, make sure the appliance

plate corresponds to that of your home.

does not damage the power cable.

• Do not use single/multi adapters or extension

• Make sure the appliance is not near a heat

cords.

source.

• For the water connection, use the pipe supplied

• To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a space

with the new appliance; do not reuse that of the

on both sides and above the appliance and

previous appliance.

follow the installation instructions.

• Power cable modification or replacement must

• Keep the appliance ventilation openings free.

only be carried out by qualified personnel or by

• Do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit

After-sales Service.

pipes.

• It must be possible to disconnect the appliance

• Install and level the appliance on a floor strong

from the power supply by unplugging it or by

enough to take its weight and in a place suitable

means of a mains two-pole switch installed

for its size and use.

upstream of the socket.

• Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated

place. The appliance is arranged for operation in

SAFETY

places where the temperature comes within the

• Do not store explosive substances such as

following ranges, according to the climatic class

aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this

given on the rating plate. The appliance may not

appliance.

work properly if it is left for a long time at a

• Do not store or use petrol, flammable liquids or

temperature outside the specified range.

gas in the vicinity of this or other electrical

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