Whirlpool KDU 1476-1 LH User guide

Brand: Whirlpool

Model: KDU 1476-1 LH

Category: Fridge-freezers

Type: User guide

This manual is also suitable for

KDU 1476-1

Whirlpool KDU 1476-1 LH is a mini kitchen designed for household use, featuring a refrigerator compartment for preserving fresh food and a freezer compartment for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food, and making ice cubes. It also has electric hotplates for cooking. The appliance is energy-efficient and complies with safety regulations. It is suitable for installation in places with ambient temperatures ranging from 10°C to 43°C. The refrigerator compartment should not be used to store explosive substances or flammable liquids or gases.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS

INSTALLATION

CONNECTING THE MINI KITCHEN

USE OF THE ELECTRIC HOTPLATES

USE OF THE TIMER

HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR

COMPARTMENT

HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER

COMPARTMENT

HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE

REFRIGERATOR

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

AFTER-SALES SERVICE

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE

This appliance is intended to be used

in household and similar applications

such as

- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices

and other working environments;

- farm houses and by clients in

hotels, motels and other

residential type environments;

- bed and breakfast type

environments;

To ensure best use of your

appliance, carefully read the

operating instructions which

contain a description of the

product and useful advice. Keep

these instructions for future

reference.

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.

Your appliance is particularly

economic in terms of energy

consumption and therefore

environment friendly, if used

responsibly. If treated properly,

it will give you dependable

service for many years. To get

the most out of your new

appliance, read the user

handbook thoroughly. You will

find a full description of the

various components. Keep this

handbook for future

consultation.

Important: In the past, the doors of

refrigerators and freezers were

often equipped with spring catch or

bolt type locks. If a product of this

type is to be scrapped and disposed

of, destroy the lock to ensure

children cannot trap themselves

inside thus running serious risks.

1. After unpacking the appliance,

make sure it is not damaged and

that the door closes properly.

Any damage must be reported

to the dealer within 24 hours of

delivery of the appliance.

2. Wait at least two hours before

switching the appliance on, to

ensure that the refrigerant

circuit is fully efficient.

3. Installation and the electrical

connection must be carried out

by a qualified technician

according to the manufacturer’s

instructions and in compliance

with the local safety regulations.

4. Clean the inside of the appliance

before using it.

SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT

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.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS

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.

• To guarantee adequate

ventilation, follow the installation

instructions.

• WARNING: Keep the appliance

ventilation openings free.

• WARNING: 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.

• Power cable modification or

replacement must only be carried

out by qualified personnel or by

After-sales Service.

• It must be possible to electrically

disconnect the appliance by

unplugging it or by means of a

multiple-pole switch installed

ahead of the socket in conformity

with national safety standards.

SAFETY

• Do not store explosive substances

such as aerosol cans with a

flammable propellant in this

appliance.

• 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.

• WARNING: Do not use

mechanical, electric or chemical

means other than those

recommended by the

Manufacturer to speed up the

defrost process.

• WARNING: Do not use or place

electrical devices inside the

appliance compartments if they

are not of the type expressly

authorised by the Manufacturer.

• WARNING: Unattended cooking

on a hob with fat or oil can be

dangerous and may result in fire.

Climatic

Class

Amb. T. (°C) Amb. T. (°F)

SN From 10 to 32 From 50 to 90

N From 16 to 32 From 61 to 90

ST From 16 to 38 From 61 to 100

T From 16 to 43 From 61 to 110

NEVER try to extinguish a fire

with water, but switch off the

appliance and then cover flame

e.g. with a lid or a fire blanket.

• WARNING: Danger of fire: do

not store items on the cooking

surfaces.

• This appliance can be used by

children aged from 8 years and

above and persons with reduced

physical, sensory or mental

capabilities or lack of experience

and knowledge if they have been

given supervision or instruction

concerning use of the appliance in

a safe way and understand the

hazards involved. Cleaning and

user maintenance shall not be

made by children without

supervision.

• 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 icepacks (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.

• A steam cleaner is not to be used

to clean the appliance.

• 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

compartment since they may

break.

• Avoid storing unwrapped food

in direct contact with internal

surfaces of the refrigerator or

freezer compartments.

• The bulb used inside the appliance

is specifically designed for

domestic appliances and is not

suitable for general room lighting

within the home (EC Regulation

244/2009).

The Manufacturer declines any

liability if the above advice and

precautions are not respected.

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.

Warm air must be free to escape

unobstructed at the rear of the

refrigerator so as not to affect

operation (and not to cause

increased electrical power

consumption). Accordingly, the

ventilation slots near the

hotplates must not be covered.

The machine is approved only for

installation against a wall. No

free-standing installation with

back far from wall is allowed,

neither built-in installation in a

closed cabinet.

Only items of furniture may be

placed adjacently on either side.

Note: To align the height of the

doors, adjust the front feet.

To install an extractor hood...

Observe the minimum distance from

the hotplates! Minimum distance

between electric hotplates and

lower edge of extractor hood:

650mm. For reasons of safety this

distance must absolutely be

maintained!

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 220-240V/50Hz supply,

installed in compliance with current

safety regulations.

The Mini-kitchen with electric

hotplates must be protected by a

16A fuse. The Mini-kitchen can be

converted by a qualified installer for

operation at 380-415V 2N 50Hz.

In this case a 10A fuse is required.

Important: In the case of a fixed

electrical installation of the Mini-

kitchen, the installer must fit a multi-

pole switch installed in conformity

with national safety standards.

This multi-pole isolating device must

be fitted even if the plug is no longer

accessible after the appliance has

been installed.

• Important for appliances operating

off 380-415V 2N (CH) supply.

The Mini-kitchen must be connected

by the installer to the 380-415V 2N

50Hz supply, fitting a 10A fuse and a

multi-pole switch installed in

conformity with national safety

standards.

1000 or 1200

USE OF THE ELECTRIC HOTPLATES

A Hotplates

BKnobs

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. Turn up or down

as required.

For braising, pot-roasting, etc., select position 3

until the fat is hot. Then put in the meat and turn

down to position 2, or select a higher or lower

setting as required.

To cook dishes of this type more delicately, select

a lower setting.

Both hotplates incorporate an overheating

protection system that reduces the electrical

input automatically if a hazard temperature level

is sensed.

* Design of knobs dependent on the type of

appliance.

Using residual heat to save energy

When preparing almost any type of dish, the

residual heat of the hotplates can be used for the

final 5-10 minutes of cooking. Accordingly,

remember to select “0” in good time.

The symbols on the knobs indicate the

different hotplates:

The yellow indicator remains alight as long as the

hotplates are in operation.

General warnings

Whatever the method of cooking, use only pots

and pans suitable for electric hotplates. These

have special bases which conduct heat more

effectively. A lid should always be used when pot-

roasting, braising etc., to save energy. Also, water

soluble flavours and vitamins will be lost if

cooking vapours are allowed to escape freely.

Abundant amounts of vapour indicate a high

temperature; select a lower temperature before

vapour builds up.

Take care that salt does not fall onto the

hotplates. An unused hotplate can rust over time

as a result of the moisture absorbed by the salt.

Cleaning the hotplates

• Clean the hob when it is cool, after each use.

This will prevent the build-up of dirt and make

cleaning easier.

• Do not allow food residue to dry on the

plates.

• Do not use abrasive products, chloride based

corrosives, oven-cleaner spray or pan

scourers for cleaning the plates.

Position of knob

Ty p e o f o p e r ati o n

0-6* 0-3*

00off

6 3 quick cooking

5 2 browning

4 2 pot-roast

3 1 slow cooking

1 0 Slow cooking

warming

 = Knob controlling back hotplate

o = Knob controlling front hotplate

USE OF THE TIMER

Cooktop with timer (if fitted)

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.

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

Care switched on.

Setting the timer

Position of the control knob:

C1 for a cooking time of around 60 minutes.

C2 for a cooking time of around 30 minutes.

Intermediate settings are possible.

Note: Note:If the timer counts down completely

before cooking has finished, set it again.

If cooking is completed before the timer has

finished counting down, turn the control knob/s

Bto “0” to switch off the hotplate/s. The timer

turns itself off automatically at the end of the set

interval.

approx. 30 min.

approx. 60 min.

HOW TO OPERATE THE REFRIGERATOR

COMPARTMENT

Switching on the appliance

Starting up the appliance

Depending on the model, the appliance is equipped with

external controls or internal controls.

Plug in the appliance.

For appliances featuring external controls:

• The light, positioned either below the control panel or inside

the appliance (depending on model) switches on each time

the door is opened.

• The green LED lights up, indicating the appliance is operating.

For appliances featuring internal controls, when the appliance

is connected to the mains the inside light switches on each time

the door is opened (provided the thermostat is not turned to

•).

The thermostat, located inside the refrigerator compartment or

on the front panel, is used to adjust the temperature of both the

refrigerator compartment and freezer compartment (if fitted).

Adjusting the temperature

1. For correct operation and optimum storage of food, follow

instructions given in the enclosed product sheet for

thermostat adjustment.

2. To adjust the temperature in the compartment, turn the

thermostat control knob:

• lowest numbers 1-2/MIN for the LEAST COLD internal

temperatures;

• numbers 3-4/MED for a MEDIUM internal temperature;

• highest numbers 5-7/MAX for the COLDEST internal

temperatures.

Thermostat set to

• : all functions, including the inside light, are

switched off.

Note: The ambient air temperature, frequency of door opening

and the position of the appliance can affect internal

temperatures. These factors must be taken into account when

setting the thermostat.

How to use the refrigerator compartment

Position the food as shown in the figure.

A Cooked food

BFish, meat

C Fruit and vegetables

D Bottles

E Cheese

HOW TO OPERATE THE FREEZER

COMPARTMENT

The freezer compartment is , or .

Compartments marked or can be used to

store frozen foods for the period of time indicated on

packaging. If the freezer compartment is marked

, it can also be used to freeze fresh food. The

quantity of fresh food that can be frozen in 24 hours is

shown on the rating plate. In the event of a power cut, the

freezer compartment will maintain a sufficiently low

temperature for food storage. However, it is advisable to

avoid opening the compartment door during such

periods.

Freezing fresh food (only in compartments marked

)

Important

• Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil,

cling film, air and water-tight plastic bags, polythene

containers with lids or freezer containers suitable for freezing

fresh food.

• Arrange the fresh food in the top compartment, leaving

sufficient space around each pack for the air to circulate.

• For optimum freezing, turn the thermostat down by half a

point when placing fresh foods in the freezer compartment.

• The food will be completely frozen in 24 hours.

For appliances with compartments marked the

table alongside shows the recommended maximum

storage time for frozen fresh foods.

When purchasing frozen food products:

• Ensure that the packaging is not damaged (frozen food in

damaged packaging may have deteriorated). If the package is

swollen or has damp patches, it may not have been stored

under optimal conditions and defrosting may have already

begun.

• When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and

transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag.

• Place the items in the freezer compartment as soon as you

get home.

• If food has defrosted even partially, do not re-freeze it.

Consume within 24 hours.

• Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum.

Respect the best-before date on the package.

• Always observe the storage information on the package.

Making ice cubes

• Fill the ice cube tray 2/3 full and place it in the freezer

compartment

• Do not use sharp or pointed instruments to detach the tray if

it is stuck to the freezer compartment bottom.

• Bend the ice tray slightly to remove the cubes.

MONTHS FOOD

HOW TO DEFROST AND CLEAN THE

REFRIGERATOR

Before any cleaning or maintenance operation, unplug

the appliance from the mains or disconnect the electrical

power supply.

Defrosting of the refrigerator compartment is completely

automatic.

Droplets of water on the rear wall of the refrigerator

compartment indicate that the periodic automatic defrost cycle

is in progress.

The defrost water is automatically routed to a drain outlet and

into a container from which it evaporates.

Clean the defrost water drain outlet regularly using the tool

supplied with the appliance in order to ensure defrost water is

removed correctly.

Defrosting the freezer 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 of ice which forms and the

rate at which it accumulates will depends on room

temperature and humidity, and on 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, carry out defrosting when the compartment is

nearly empty.

• Remove the food from the freezer compartment, wrap in a

newspaper and group together in a cool place or in a portable

cooler.

• 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 once again.

• Switch the appliance on.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• Periodically clean air vents and the condenser at the rear of

the appliance with a vacuum cleaner or a brush.

• Clean the outside using a soft cloth.

Prolongued Disuse

1. Empty the refrigerator.

2. Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

3. Defrost and clean the interior.

4. In the event of prolonged disuse, leave the door open to

prevent the formation of mould, odours and oxidation.

5. Clean the appliance.

• Clean the inside of the freezer compartment (where fitted)

when defrosting.

• 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.

• Clean the outside with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive

products, scourers, stain-removers (e.g. acetone,

trichloroethylene) or vinegar.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

1. Temperature inside the compartments is not

low enough.

• Is food preventing the doors from closing

properly?

• Is the thermostat setting correct?

• Are the air circulation vents blocked?

2. Temperature inside the refrigerator

compartment is too low.

• Is the thermostat setting correct?

3. The appliance is excessively noisy.

• Has the appliance been installed correctly?

• Are the pipes at the back touching or

vibrating?

• It is normal to hear the noise of the

refrigerant liquid in circulation.

4. The appliance is not working?

• Is there a power failure?

• Is the plug properly inserted in the socket?

• Is the double-pole switch on?

• Do the household electrical system

protection devices work correctly?

• Is the power cord damaged?

5. Water collects at the bottom of the

refrigerator compartment.

• Is the thermostat setting correct?

• Is the defrost water drain blocked?

6. The inside light is not working. Perform the

checks for point 4, and then:

• Disconnect the appliance from the power

supply, check the light bulb and, if

necessary, replace it with a new one:

- Traditional light bulb

(max 25W)

- LED bulb (with the

same characteristics),

only available from the

After-Sales Service.

• Removing the light bulb: Unscrew the bulb

anticlockwise as shown in the figure.

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 Service number (the number after the

word SERVICE on the data plate on the inside

of the appliance)

•Your full address

• Your telephone number and area code.

Note: The direction of door opening can be

changed. If this operation is performed by After-

Sales Service it is not covered by the warranty.

Whirlpool KDU 1476-1 LH User guide

Brand: Whirlpool

Model: KDU 1476-1 LH

Category: Fridge-freezers

Type: User guide

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