Whirlpool SP40801 Built-In Refrigerator User Guide

Whirlpool SP40801 Built-In Refrigerator

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

FIRST TIME USE

Wait at least two hours, after the installation, before connecting the appliance to the power supply. Connect the appliance to the power supply it starts the operation automatically. The ideal storage temperatures for the food are preset in the factory.

CONTROL PANEL

6TH SENSE OF FRESH CONTROL

The appliance is automatically able to quickly reach the optimal internal preservation temperature. The 6th Sense Fresh Control function enables to control also the humidity of the appliance. In order for it to function correctly, the fan must also be turned on. It is possible to turn the function on/off (see Fan description).

FAN

The Fan improves temperature distribution inside the product, allowing better preservation of stored food and reduction of excess humidity. By default, the fan is switched on. You can turn the fan on/off by pressing for 3 seconds Stand by and Fast Cooling buttons. The lit 6th Sense Fresh Control symbol indicates that the fan is on and therefore the 6th Sense Fresh Control function is on. If the ambient temperature exceeds 27°C, or if drops of water are present on the glass shelves, it is essential that the fan is on to ensure the proper preservation of the food. Deactivation of the fan allows energy consumption to be optimized.
Note: the fan restarts automatically after a power cut or after turning off the appliance. Do not obstruct the air intake area with food items.

ANTIBACTERIAL FILTER

  • Remove it from the box placed in the Fruit and vegetable drawer and insert into the cover of fan. The replacement procedure is included in the filter box.

ON/STAND-BY

  • Press the button for 3 seconds to turn the appliance off (the control panel and the light will remain turned off). Press the button again briefly to reactivate the appliance.
  • This does not disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
  • After turning the appliance on, you must wait for 4-6 hours for the correct storage temperature to be reached for a normally filled appliance. Position the antibacterial anti-odor filter in the fan as demonstrated in the filter packaging (if available).
  • If the audible signal sounds, it means that the temperature alarm has intervened: press the button to switch off the acoustic alarms.
  1. Freezer and refrigerator compartment temperature indicator
  2. Fast cool
  3. 6th Sense Fresh Control and Fan indicator
  4. On/stand-by
  5. Alarm indicator
  6. Turning off the sound alarm
  7. Black out alarm indicator
  8. Temperature button

FREEZER AND REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE

It is possible to set a different temperature of the appliance by pressing the “Temp.” button.

LEDs lit

Set temperature

  • High (less cold)
  • Medium-high
  • Medium
  • Medium-low
  • Low (colder)

FAST COOL

Press the button for 3 seconds to quickly cool the refrigerator compartment or 6 hours before putting large quantities of food to freeze in the freezer compartment. When the function is turned on the icon lights up. The function turns off automatically after 36 hours, or manually by pressing the button again for 3 seconds.
Note: Avoid direct contact between the fresh food and the food that is already frozen.

TURNING OFF THE SOUND ALARM

To turn off the sound alarm, briefly press the button.

STOP FROST SYSTEM

  • The STOP FROST SYSTEM facilitates the defrost procedure for the freezer compartment.
  • The STOP FROST accessory is designed to collect some of the frosts that forms in the freezer compartment and it is easy to remove and clean, therefore reducing the time needed to defrost the freezer compartment.

PROCEDURE TO CLEAN THE STOP FROST ACCESSORY

  1. Open the freezer compartment door and remove the upper drawer.
  2. Unfasten the STOP FROST accessory and remove it, taking care not to drop it on the glass shelf below. Note: if the accessory is jammed or difficult to remove, do not keep trying to remove it, but proceed with the complete defrost of the freezer compartment.
  3. Close the door of the freezer compartment.
  4. Remove the frost on the accessory by rinsing it under running (not hot) water. To remove the frost on the STOP FROST accessory follow the cleaning procedure demonstrated below.
  5. Let the accessory drip dry and dry the plastic parts with a soft cloth.
  6. Reinsert the accessory by placing the back part on the projections shown in the figure, then refasten the handle of the accessory to the clasps above.
  7. Reinsert the upper drawer and close the door of the freezer compartment. It is possible to clean the STOP FROST accessory on its own without completely defrosting the freezer compartment. Cleaning the STOP FROST accessory regularly helps to reduce the need to completely defrost the freezer compartment.

Note: the product specifications, including volume and energy, are calculated without the STOP FROST accessory.

HOW TO STORE FOOD AND BEVERAGE

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TEMPERATE ZONE

  • Suggested for storage of tropical fruit, cans, drink, eggs, sauces, pickles, butter, jam

COOL ZONE

  • Suggested for storage of chese, milk, daily food, delicatessen, yogurt

COOLEST AREA

  •  Suggested for storage of cold cuts, desserts, meat and fish

FRUIT & VEGETABLE DRAWER

FREEZER DRAWERS

FREEZING ZONE DRAWER

  • (Max cool zone)
  • Suggested to freeze fresh/cooked food

ACCESSORIES

TROUBLESHOOTING

The control panel is switched off, the appliance does not work. There may be an appliance power supply problem. Check that:

•                    there is not a power outage;

•                    the plug is properly inserted in the power socket and the mains double-pole switch (if present) is in the correct position (i.e. allows the appliance to be powered);

•                    the household electrical system protection devices are efficient;

•                    the power cable is not damaged.

The inside light does not work. The light may need to be replaced. •                    Contact the authorised Technical Assistance Service.
The appliance may be in On/Stand-by mode. •                    Turn the appliance on pressing the On/Stand-by button.
The temperature inside the compartments is not low enough. There could be various causes (see “Solutions”). Check that:

•                    the doors close properly;

•                    the appliance is not installed near a heat source;

•                    the set temperature is adequate;

•                    the circulation of air through the ventilation of the appliance is ensured.

There is water on the bottom of the refrigerator compartment. The defrost water drain is blocked. Clean the defrosting water drain (see section “Cleaning and maintenance”).
The front edge of the appliance, at the door gasket, is hot. This is not a defect. It prevents condensation from forming. No solution is necessary.
The red  icon is flashing and a sound signal is activated Door open alarm

It is activated when the refrigerator compartment door remains open for a prolonged period of time.

 To turn the sound signal off, close the open door of the product.
The red icon is flashing, a sound signal is activated and the icon is activated. Blackout alarm

It is activated when there is a prolonged interruption to the power supply which has caused an increase in temperature  in the freezer compartment.

Note: until the blackout alarm is deactivated, you cannot set a different temperature for the product.

 Turning off the sound signal. Check the condition of the food before consuming it. After pressing the button, the temperature display will again show the temperature set. If the freezer compartment has not yet reached the optimal temperature for the preservation of the food, the freezer compartment temperature alarm may activate (see freezer compartment temperature alarm).
The red icon is lit up (without flashing), a sound signal is activated and the temperature indicators is flashing. Freezer compartment temperature alarm

The freezer compartment temperature alarm indicates that  the compartment is not at the optimum temperature. This

may occur: when using for the first time, after defrosting and/ or cleaning, when freezing large quantities of food  or when the door to the freezer does not close completely.

 To turn off the sound signal, briefly press the “Turn off sound alarm” button (the temperature indicators will stop flashing). When the optimum temperature conditions have been reached, the red icon will automatically turn off. If the freezer compartment temperature alarm continues, contact the Authorised Technical Assistance Service.
The temperature indicators for the refrigerator compartment are flashing as shown in the figure: Malfunction alarm

The alarm indicates the malfunction of a technical component.

 Call the authorized Technical Assistance Service.

You can download the Safety Instructions, User Manual, Product Fiche and Energy data by

  • Visiting our website docs.whirlpool.eu
  • Using QR Code
  • Alternatively, contact our After-sales Service (See phone number in the warranty booklet). When contacting our After-sales Service, please state the codes provided on your product’s identification plate.