WHIRLPOOL ARG 981/3
Manual de Usuario

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HOW TO DEFROST THE APPLIANCE
Defrosting the compartment
Defrost the freezer compartment once or twice a year or when the ice formation is excessive. It is perfectly normal for ice to form. The amount and speed at which the ice forms depends on ambient conditions and the frequency with which the door is opened. Ice formation is concentrated at the top of the compartment and does not affect the efficiency of the appliance. If possible, defrost the freezer compartment when it is nearly empty. � Remove the food from the freezer compartment and group together in a cool place or in a cool bag. Leave the door open to allow the frost to melt. � Clean the interior with a sponge soaked in warm water and/or neutral detergent. Do not use abrasive substances. Rinse the interior and dry thoroughly. Put the food back into the compartment. Close the door. Plug in the appliance again and switch on following the instructions in chapter �How to operate the refrigerator compartment�. Adjustments and selections valid before switching off will automatically be restored.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug the appliance from the mains or disconnect the electrical power supply. � Periodically clean the inside of the refrigerator compartment with a sponge dampened in warm water and/or neutral detergent. Rinse the interior and dry with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive products. � The separators must not be washed with water but cleaned with a slightly damp sponge. � Clean the inside of the freezer compartment when defrosting. � Periodically clean the air circulation grilles. � Clean the outside with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive products, scourers, stain-removers (e.g. thrichlorethylene, acetone) or vinegar.

Prolonged disuse
1. Empty the refrigerator. 2. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply. 3. Defrost and clean the interior. 4. Clean the appliance. 5. Leave the doors open to prevent the formation of mould, odours and oxidation.

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