User Instructions for Model FFU00
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1. Ice making stops when the ice storage bin is full WARNING e The initial amount of ice and water dispensed may contain particles from the feed water tube Therefore we recommend you discard approximately the first 20 pieces of ice and the first 7 glasses of water dispensed straight after installation and again if the appliance has not been used for a long time NOTE e It is normal to hear a noise when ice is dropped into the ice storage bin e Never store drink cans or other foods in the ice storage bin for the purpose of rapid cooling this could damage the appliance Never use thin crystal glass or crockery to collect ice Never touch the ice outlet by hand or using a tool of any kind this could cause damage or injury Never remove the ice maker cover Level the surface of the ice in the ice storage bin to ensure ice production continues to its full capacity Ensure food packages do not block the ice passage from the Automatic Ice Maker to the Dispenser Unit If ice is not used regularly it may lump together When this happens remove the lumps of ice from the ice storage bin break them into small pieces and return the smaller pieces to the ice storage bin If the ice maker frequently has lumped together ice or it produces too small cubes the amount of water supplied to the ice maker may need to be adjusted Contact Hotpoint service see back cover WARNING e If discoloured ice is dispensed sto2. It is normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these conditions Refrigerator has recently been It takes some hours for the refrigerator to disconnected for a period of time cool down completely Large amounts of warm or hot Warm food will cause the refrigerator to food may have been stored run longer until the desired temperature is recently reached Doors are opened too frequently Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it or for too long to run longer Try to minimise the number of times you open the doors Doors left slightly open Make sure that the appliance is level Ensure stored items do not stop the doors closing properly See Problem section Opening Closing of Doors Door seals are dirty worn cracked Clean the door seal see Care amp Cleaning or poorly fitted section You need to replace damaged seals to ensure door closes properly Thermostat is keeping the This is normal to keep the temperature refrigerator at a constant constant temperature 20 Troubleshooting Temperatures are too cold Temperature in the Freezer control is set too cold Set Freezer control to a lower number freezer is too cold warmer setting See Controls BUT the refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Temperature in the Refrigerator control is set too cold Set Refrigerator control to a lower number refrigerator is too warmer setting See Controls cold BUT the freezer
3. Dispenser will not Ice storage bin is empty When the first supply of ice is released into dispense ice the ice storage bin the dispenser should operate Freezer temperature is set too Turn the Freezer control to a higher warm number colder setting so that ice cubes will be made When the first supply of ice is made the dispenser should work Household water supply tap is not Open the water supply tap and allow open sufficient time for ice to be made a newly installed appliance takes up to 12 hours to make the first supply of ice When ice is made the dispenser should work Refrigerator or freezer door is not Ensure both doors are closed properly closed Ice has melted and frozen due to Remove the ice storage bin as shown on infrequent use irregular page 14 and thaw the contents Wash bin temperatures and or power cuts in warm water and washing up liquid and causing a blockage dry thoroughly before relocating in correct position When new ice is made the dispenser will work 23 Troubleshooting Ice dispenser is Ice cubes are jammed between ice Remove the ice cubes jammed maker arm and back of the bin ice cubes that have been Only the ice cubes made by the appliance purchased or made in another ice maker should be used with the way have been used in the dispenser dispenser Ice cubes are frozen together in Irregular use sometimes causes the ice the ice storage bin cubes to lump together Ta
4. When your appliance is first installed leave it to stand in its final location for 2 3 hours to allow the refrigerant to settle before loading it with fresh or frozen foods If operation is interrupted wait 5 minutes before restarting Function Display Board Water Ice output Dispenser push switch Temperature Temperature Dispenser adjustment adjustment selection button for button for button freezer refrigerator compartment compartment How to Adjust the Temperature of the Freezer Compartment Low Temperature High Temperature When the appliance is first switched on and also after a power cut the temperature control will be lit at setting 3 Normal Mid setting Pressing the button will change the temperature setting Higher number Colder Lower number Warmer Setting 3 Normal is usually suitable but the appropriate setting will depend on the appliance location room temperature how often the door is opened and amount of stored food How to Adjust the Temperature of the Refrigerator Compartment Low Temperature High Temperature When the appliance is first switched on and also after a power cut the temperature control will be lit at setting 3 Normal Mid setting Pressing the button will change the temperature setting Higher number Colder Lower number Warmer Setting 3 Normal is usually suitable but the appropriate setting will depend on the app
5. as meat fish ice cream frozen snacks etc Store small packed frozen food Temperature is likely to increase as the door is opened so do not store long term frozen food such as ice cream etc Store meat fish chicken etc after wrapping them Store products such as butter cheese etc Store eggs only place this box in its proper location Store small packed food or beverages such as milk juice beer etc Position food to allow cold air to circulate freely Store vegetables or fruit Store vegetables fruit meat to thaw raw fish etc Setting the conversion switch as necessary Be sure to check the conversion switch setting before storing foods Care amp Cleaning WARNING e Switch off the electricity supply and pull out mains plug before cleaning Interior Remove salad bins racks shelves and baskets wash in warm water and washing up liquid using a soft cloth dry thoroughly Do not put in a dishwasher Wipe the interior and fittings with a clean cloth wrung out in a solution of either one teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to one pint of water or Milton sterilising fluid diluted according to the manufacturer s instructions Dry the interior thoroughly with a clean cloth before replacing fittings and food Note It is important to ensure that cleaned shelves racks bins and baskets are thoroughly dried before refitting to the compartments Exterior Use a clean soft cloth wrun
6. damage the feed water tube Installation Remove the Fridge Compartment Door Loosen the upper hinge cover screws and remove the cover Fig 5 Wires Fig 5 Remove the retainer by rotating it clockwise b Fig 6 then remove the upper hinge by lifting up NOTE Support the door when removing the upper hinge Remove the fridge compartment door by lifting it up off the lower hinge Fig 7 NOTE Carry the fridge compartment door through the access door and lay it down on suitable material eg the original packaging Pass the appliance through the access door Door Replacement Replace both doors by following the removal instruction in reverse order Installation FIRST CHECK YOU HAVE THE CORRECT ITEMS Pipe Filter Kit comprises 1 x Water Filter 2 x Self Adhesive Fixing Plates 2x Cable Ties 1x 10m Water Pipe Adaptor Kit comprises Plastic Pipe Connector Rubber Washer Threaded Tap Connector NEXT HAVE A LOOK AT THE DIAGRAM BELOW TO VISUALISE HOW THE APPLIANCE SHOULD BE CONNECTED Water Pipe Water Pipe Tap Connection to the Appliance Fig B i At the back of the Unscrew the metal Push the water pipe appliance you will see threaded collar and onto the water inlet the water inlet valve place it over one end of valve firmly tighten up Fig A the water pipe Fig B the metal collar Fig C You now need to cut the water pipe to
7. freezer temperature is satisfactory Troubleshooting PROBLEM Possible Cause Solution Louder sound levels Today s refrigeration appliances It is normal for some sound to be heard when refrigerator is have larger storage capacity and on work to maintain more even temperatures Louder sound levels The appliance will work harder to This is normal the sound will level off when the reach selected temperatures when selected temperature have been compressor comes when first switched ON reached on Vibrating or rattling Floor is uneven Ensure the floor is level and solid noise Appliance rocks when touched Check Installation section for Height Adjustment information Items placed on top off Remove items refrigerator are vibrating Dishes are vibrating on the Ensure appliance is level shelves in the refrigerator Move dishes slightly and ensure nothing touches the interior back wall Appliance is touching wall or Appliance needs to be relocated so that it cabinets stands clear Sound of ice Appliance is touching wall or This is normally made when ice is made dropping cabinets and dropped into the ice storage bin Water moisture ice inside refrigerator Moisture collects on The weather is hot and humid This is normal the inside walls of which increases the rate of frost the refrigerator build up and internal moisture Door is slightly open See problem section Opening Closing of D
8. temperature is satisfactory Food stored in Refrigerator control is set too cold Set Refrigerator control to a lower number drawers freezes warmer setting See Controls Meat stored in fresh Meat should be stored at a It is normal for ice crystals to sometimes meat drawer freezes temperature just below the form due to the moisture content of meat freezing point of water 32 F 0 C for maximum fresh storage time Temperatures are too warm Temperatures in the Freezer control is set too warm Set Freezer control to a higher number refrigerator or colder setting See Controls freezer are too warm Refrigerator control is set too Set Refrigerator control to a higher warm number colder setting See Controls Refrigerator control has some effect on freezer temperature Doors are opened too frequently Warm air enters the compartments or for too long whenever the door s is are opened Open door s less often Door is slightly open Ensure doors are shut properly Large amounts of warm or hot Wait until the refrigerator or freezer has food may have been loaded reached its selected temperature recently Appliance has recently been The appliance will need some time to disconnected for a period of time reach its selected settings Temperatures in the Refrigerator control is set too Set Refrigerator control to a higher refrigerator is too warm number colder setting See Controls warm BUT the
9. the right length for the connection of the water filter It is suggested that approximately 1 5m of pipe is used this should allow the filter to be located in an easily accessible position as the water filter should be replaced approximately every 6 months according to use and conditions and also allow some slack in the pipe behind the appliance so that it can be pulled out for cleaning or servicing purposes You must also ensure that the cut is square and not at any sort of angle as this could cause a leak Installation Connection of Water Filter Now you have to cut the pipe to the length it needs to be to run from the back of the appliance and attach to the water filter NOTE The water filter is marked with an arrow to show the direction of water flow ie from supply tap to appliance Remember however that the connection process is being done FROM the appliance TO the tap ie in reverse of the water flow when in use Note the direction markings on the filter Repeat on the other end of the Water Unscrew the threaded connector and filter using the remainder of water place it over the end of the cut pipe Fig E section of pipe coming away from the appliance Push the pipe over the end of the water filter that the arrow points to and tighten the threaded connector Fig D Run this section of water pipe from the water filter to the water supply tap making sure it is not trapped or kinked at all Conne
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11. User Instructions for Model FFUOO Electrical Supply WARNING This appliance must be earthed Fuses Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse If you need to replace the fuse only those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362 should be used WARNING Do not use the plug unless the fuse cover is fitted Changing the plug Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket WARNING To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded plug into a socket anywhere else IMPORTANT WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE Green Yellow z Earth Green and yellow Earth wire to terminal marked E symbol Blue Neutral f or coloured green and yellow Brown Live If you change the plug the colour of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the colour of the markings identifying terminals in the plug You should therefore wire it as 13A ASTA approved fuse to BS1362 Brown Live wire to terminal marked L or coloured red h Blue Neutral wire to terminal Shown marked N or coloured black Cord clamp Changing the Mains Lead A special lead can be ordered from your Service Department UK 08709 066 066 or Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 If you have damaged the existing lead or require a longer one a charge will be made It is strongly advised that this work is carried out by a qualified electrician C CE markin
12. ater ices should not be given to children directly from the freezer The low temperature may cause freezer burns Store ice cream towards the top front of the freezer and remove from freezer 15 30 minutes before serving Ensure food is labelled and dated before placing in freezer Once thawed food should be cooked and eaten within 24 hours or cooked and refrozen Storing Food in a Fridge Pack and store cooked and fresh food separately Wrap raw or defrosting meat and poultry in polythene or foil and store below cooked foods and dairy products to avoid contamination of dripping food juices Wrap cheese in greaseproof paper and place in an airtight polythene bag Bring to room temperature before consuming Empty left over canned food into a covered storage containers before placing in fridge Position food to allow cold air to circulate freely ensuring nothing comes into contact with the cooling plate at the back of the appliance Avoid placing moist food on the top refrigerator shelves it could freeze from direct contact with chilled air Storing food Location of Foods Wine bottle holder Snack drawer Freezer compartment shelf Freezer commodity rack Freezer drawer Covered dairy rack Egg Holder Refrigerator commodity rack Refrigerator shelf Vegetable drawer Vegetable Meat conversion drawer 18 Store wine Store items such as bread snacks etc Store various frozen foods such
13. ction to the Water Tap Cut the pipe that is connected to the water filter to the correct length Again make sure that the cut is nice and square to avoid leaks Push the pipe into the smaller hole of the connector supplied in the adaptor kit The pipe should be held firm Fig F Place the threaded tap connector over the long part of the brass flange Firmly push the flange into the other end of the water connector Fig G Place the rubber washer inside the threaded tap connector and screw onto the water tap e FINALLY Plug in and switch on the electricity supply Turn on the water supply tap Check for any leaks Ensure selection is set to water see page 15 push a cup under the dispenser to verify that water is flowing When all working OK move the appliance into its final location your appliance is heavy and care should be taken when moving it also do not trap or kink hoses at the back of the appliance Replace the lower cover Mount the water filter in an accessible position using the self adhesive fixing plates and cable ties supplied Installation Height Adjustment Levelling both doors using the height adjustment screws With the doors level they will close smoothly If the doors do not close correctly it will affect the performance of your appliance If the freezer compartment door is lower than the fridge compartment door adjust the left hand adjustment screw Fig 10 Level the door by ins
14. erting a flat type driver into the groove of the left hand adjustment screw and rotate it clockwise Left Hand Height Adjustment Screw If the freezer compartment door is higher than the fridge compartment door adjust the right hand adjustment screw Fig 11 Level the door by inserting a flat type driver into the groove of the right hand adjustment screw and rotate it clockwise Height Difference eight Difference T Right Han Height Adjustment Screw Get to know your Appliance Before using you appliance for the first time wipe off any dust and clean thoroughly see Cleaning instructions Page 17 Unpack and install accessories in their proper places they are packed together to prevent possible damage during transit See features picture below Fig 12 to familiarise yourself with your appliance Fig 12 Fridge Compartment _ Freezer hamen partment agnen a na 19 Li Ese IT T o wes L i 0 i S L M lle N ed ee 1 o l To lle 6 __A1 gt SS Covered Dairy Rack Lamps Refrigerator Commodity Rack Wine Bottle Holder Snack Drawer Egg Holder Refrigerator Shelf Vegetable compartment cover Vegetable compartment Salad Bin 0 Vegetable com
15. g certifies that this appliance conforms to the following EEC directives Low Voltage Equipment 72 23 EEC amp 93 68 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility 89 336 EEC 92 31 EEC amp 93 68 EEC Retention of the instruction Book This instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the safe and proper use of the appliance If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else or move house and leave it behind make sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety warnings 2 Contents Electrical requirement Safety advice Installation Get to know your Appliance The controls Storing food Care amp Cleaning Troubleshooting Guarantee Recycling amp Disposal information After sales service Key contacts Page 5 10 11 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 24 26 26 27 back cover Safety advice Please take time to read this booklet before installing and switching on this appliance The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation and usage If this appliance is to replace an old refrigerator with a lock break or remove the lock as a safety measure to avoid the danger of children playing with the refrigerator and locking them inside Old refrigerators and freezers contain insulation gases and refrigerant that must be disposed of properly Please ensure that none of the tubing at the back of the appliance gets dama
16. g out in warm water and washing up liquid to wipe the exterior surface dry thoroughly Use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner to remove dust from underneath the appliance and from the compressor and condenser situated at the back of the appliance DO NOT damage the pipework Do not use abrasive powder household cleaner bleach or wax polish to clean your appliance they leave a smell in the compartments and can damage the exterior Door Seals Use warm water and a clean soft cloth to wipe along and in between the creases of the door seals dry thoroughly Take care not to damage the seals and avoid using sharp objects Do not use detergent it will damage the seals When the cleaning operations have finished reconnect the plug with dry hands After the dispenser is used The water collector has no self drainage func tion So it should be cleaned regularly Remove the cover by pressing the top left where marked Wipe with a damp soft cloth dry thoroughly e ang the light bulb Unplug the appliance from the power supply 2 Gently lift the lamp cover and pull the lamp out Turn it anti clockwise to remove 3 Replace the bulb with Max 240V 40W bulb for refrigerators and can purchased from Hotpoint Genuine Parts amp Accessories see back cover Replacing the dispenser lamp 1 Unplug the appliance from the power supply 2 Separate the lamp by pulling it out and then remove 3 Replace the bulb wit
17. ged Do not twist and bend the mains lead and keep it away from hot surfaces Do not let children play with the appliance Do not sit or stand on the appliance Do not use sharp metal objects for removing any ice build up in the freezer compartment as this could cause damage to the refrigeration system Do not put the plug into the power supply with wet hands Do not store poisonous flammable or dangerous substances in your freezer Do not store carbonated fizzy drinks or medicines in the freezer compartment Do not eat iced lollipops or other such things direct from the freezer compartment as this could cause low temperature skin burns always leave for a few minutes before eating Do not touch the surfaces inside the freezer compartment with wet hands as this could cause low temperature skin burns Do not use aerosol sprays for defrosting or cleaning your appliance Installation WARNING THE APPLIANCE SHOULD ONLY BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED PERSONNEL IN COMPLIANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS CURRENT STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS Before Fitting Please read through this section before starting any work Choosing a Location Do not install your appliance in a room where the temperature goes below 5 C this will affect the appliances performance The power socket should be in a readily accessible position adjacent to the appliance DO NOT connect to the electricity supply until all installation is comp
18. h Max 240V 15W bulb for refrigerators and can purchased from Hotpoint Genuine Parts amp Accessories see back cover If the appliance is not going to be used for a long time During average length holidays you will probably find it best to leave the appliance operating as usual If the appliance is not going to be used for some time Remove all food switch off at electricity supply and unplug and then clean the appliance interior Leave the doors open to prevent the formation of mildew and build up of odours 19 Troubleshooting If your appliance is not working properly it may be a minor problem therefore check the following Running of Refrigerator Refrigerator Refrigerator control is off Set refrigerator control See Controls mpr r 7 a a moss Refrigerator is in defrost cycle This is normal for a fully automatic defrosting appliance The defrost cycle occurs periodically Is it plugged in and switched on Make sure the plug is pushed in fully and is switched on There been a power cut Try to minimise the number of times you open the doors if at all If the power cut lasts longer than the maximum conservation time food should be cooked and eaten within 24 hours or cooked and refrozen Refrigerator runs Refrigerator is larger than the This is normal larger more efficient units too much or too previous one you owned run longer in these conditions long Room or outside weather is hot
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20. integrated appliances and cooker hoods which have a one year guarantee provided that they are fitted by a Hotpoint engineer Guarantee terms and conditions Your guarantee is only applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to the following provisions that your appliance Has been installed and used correctly in accordance with this instruction booklet Has been used solely for domestic purposes and is located on domestic premises ie not for commercial or trade use Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the appliance rating plate Has not been subject to misuse accident modified or repaired by anyone other than a Hotpoint service engineer MA For pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint product call 08701 50 60 70 or visit www hotpoint co uk C Recycling amp Disposal Information As part of Hotpoint s continued commitment to helping the environment Hotpoint reserves the right to use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully Old refrigerant and oil must be disposed of in a safe and environmentally friendly manner using suitably qualified personnel To minimise risk of injury to children remove the door plug and cut mains cable off flush with the appliance Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longe
21. ke ice out break up and put back into the ice storage bin Dispenser will not Household water supply tap is not Ensure the household water supply tap is dispense water open open The dispenser should then work Refrigerator or freezer door is not Ensure both doors are closed properly closed Water has an odd Water has been in the tank too You will need to dispense and discard 7 taste and or odour long glasses of water to freshen the supply and Dispense and discard an additional 7 glasses of water to completely rinse out the tank Unit not properly connected to Check connection reconnect if necessary the cold water supply If there is still a problem contact Hotpoint Service see KEY CONTACTS back cover for details 24 Notes 25 Hotpoint guarantee Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back We give you a unique satisfaction guaranteed promise valid for 90 days after you have purchased your Hotpoint appliance If there is a technical problem simply call Hotpoint Repair service or visit our web site at www theservicecentre co uk and where necessary we will arrange for an engineer to call If the technical problem is not resolved under this guarantee we will replace your machine or if you prefer give you your money back All Hotpoint appliances carry a fully inclusive 12 month parts and labour guarantee as well as free replacement parts for the first 5 years except microwaves selected
22. lete Place the appliance in a dry and regularly ventilated room Never place the appliance near heat emitting devices eg cooker radiator water heater or similar devices and do not expose it to direct sunlight In such a position your appliance will have to work harder and will cost more to run and could be damaged by the heat Ensure that you provide adequate air circulation around the appliance to prevent condensation Leave at least 300mm free space above and 50mm or more from the wall Also the appliance should be elevated 25mm from the floor especially if it is carpeted Providing you follow the recommended ventilation requirements you will Prolong the life of your appliance Minimise the risk of condensation on the outside of the appliance Minimise the running costs Minimise operating sounds caused by vibration Door Removal If your access door is too narrow for the appliance to pass through you will need to remove both doors pass the appliance through the access door in its upright position then refit the doors on the other side see Door Removal instructions pages 6 amp 7 Water Supply Your appliance has an ice maker and cool water dispenser function and therefore needs to be connected to a cold water supply before use see Feed Water Tube Plumbing Installation instructions page 8 and 9 Levelling Level both doors by adjusting the left and right hand height adjusting scre
23. liance location room temperature how often the door is opened and amount of stored food The controls Dispenser Selection Button SELECT When the appliance is first switched on and also after a power cut the crushed ice function will be lit ta Pressing the J button will allow you to choose the different dispenser functions Crushed Ice Water or Cubed Ice Automatic Ice Maker and Dispenser Water is cooled while stored in the water tank in the refrigerator compartment and then sent to the dispenser NOTE It is normal that the water is not very cold at first The Ice Maker On Off Switch controls water going into the ice maker Make sure when ice is required that this switch is in the ON position Ice is made in the automatic ice maker and sent to the dispenser divided into crushed or cubed ice It takes about 12 hours for a newly installed appliance to make ice How to Use the Dispenser Select your required dispenser function Then gently press in the dispenser push switch with a glass or similar container Crushed Ice Press the selection button until crushed ice function light illuminates Crushed ice will be dispensed by pressing the dispenser push switch with a glass Hold your glass under the dispenser outlet after releasing the dispenser push switch to allow any left over ice to be dispensed Water Press the selection button until water function light i
24. lluminates Water will be dispensed by pressing the dispenser push switch with a glass Hold your glass under the dispenser outlet after releasing the dispenser push switch to allow any left over water to be dispensed Cubed Ice Press the selection button until cubed ice function light illuminates Crushed ice will be dispensed by pressing the dispenser push switch with a glass Hold your glass under the dispenser outlet after releasing the dispenser push switch to allow any left over ice to be dispensed Humidity Switch In low room temperatures turning ON the Humidity Switch reduces condensation on the dispenser panel NOTE Remove the water collector cover and wipe away any spilt water If cubed ice is selected after crushed ice there may still be some crushed ice left to dispense A click sound will be heard a few seconds after the ice is fully dispensed This sound is made when the ice outlet is closed Ensure the glass is a suitable size and held clear of the ice outlet a glass placed too close could block the release of the ice WARNING e Children should not be allowed to play with the appliance or tamper with the controls The controls Automatic Ice Maker 8 pieces of ice can be made at a time 80 pieces a day But these quantities may vary according to various conditions such as the location of the appliance and how many times the door is opened and closed
25. oors Door is opened too often and for Open the door less often too long Moisture forms on Weather is humid This is normal in humid weather the outside of the refrigerator or Door slightly open Ensure door s are closed properly between the doors Odours in refrigerator Interior needs to be cleaned Clean the interior see Care amp Cleaning section Food with strong odour is stored Ensure stored items are covered in the refrigerator completely 22 Some containers and wrapping Use a different container or brand of materials contain odours wrapping material Troubleshooting Opening Closing of doors Door s will not Food package keeping the door Ensure stored items are kept clear of the close open door so it can close properly Door seal s dirty or damaged Clean the seal s see Care amp Cleaning section Replace damaged seal s Door closed too hard causing the Close doors gently other door to open slightly Appliance is not level Adjust the height see Installation section It rocks slightly when touched Floor is uneven Ensure floor is level and can adequately Appliance rocks when touched support the appliance Appliance is touching wall or Appliance needs to be relocated so that it cabinets stands clear Drawers are difficult Food is touching shelf on top of Do Not load too much food to move the drawer The drawer runner is dirty Clean the drawer and the runner
26. p using and contact Hotpoint service see back cover Ice Storage Bin Removal NOTE o itis recommended NOT to dismantle the ice storage bin unless it is necessary Hold the ice storage bin as shown pull it out 2 while slightly lifting at the front 1 Be sure to use both hands when removing the ice storage bin so as not to drop it Ifthe ice storage bin does not fit well rotate the rotating device slightly Rotating device Door Open Alarm Analarm will sound 3 times when either the freezer or the refrigerator door is left open for more than 1 minute This alarm will be rung at intervals of 30 seconds until the door s are closed f the door alarm does not stop when the door s are closed contact Hotpoint service see back cover Self diagnosis fault detection function The self diagnosis function operated when a problem occurs When an error does occur DO NOT turn the power off and contact Hotpoint service immediately see back cover If the power is turned OFF it will take the engineer longer to trace the fault NOTE e When a fault occurs pressing any function buttons will not alter the temperature settings Storing food Making the best use of your Appliance To ensure that your appliance operates as efficiently as possible Follow packaging best by use by instructions or your suppliers advice on a suitable maximum storage time Kee
27. p foods covered to retain moisture and prevent flavour odour transference Plastic bags aluminium foil plastic stretch wrap and containers with lids are ideal Select chilled and frozen food last when shopping transport in a coolbag and place in appliance as soon as possible after arriving home Avoid opening the doors unnecessarily or for longer than needed Allow hot or warm food to cool down in covered containers before placing in appliance as placing hot food in the appliance reduces efficiency Prepare fresh foods for freezing in small quantities to ensure that the food freezes quickly therefore retaining its quality Ensure all packets containers of food are dry before freezing otherwise they may freeze together Warning Do not use to store poisonous flammable or dangerous substances your appliance has been designed for the storage of edible foodstuffs only Storing food in a freezer Freeze and store either fresh food or long term commercially frozen foods Generally speaking long term storage means up to 3 months but this can vary so always follow your supplier s recommendations Place frozen food in the freezer compartment as soon as possible after buying it When storing frozen food such as ice cream for a long period store it on the shelves not in the commodity rack Liquid filled bottles or sealed fizzy drinks must not be stored in freezer as they may burst Lollipops and w
28. partment Meat Drawer ct hae aad al E 11 Humidity Switch 12 Vegetable Meat Conversion Switch 13 Lower Cover 14 Freezer Commodity Rack 15 Freezer Drawer 16 Freezer shelf 17 Water Ice Dispenser Unit 18 Automatic Ice Maker 19 Ice Maker On Off Switch Get to know your Appliance Make the most of interior storage space by Wine Holder repositioning shelves to suit the various items you wish to store Refrigerator Shelf To separate a shelf Lift shelf up in direction shown 1 in Fig 13 Separate by lifting direction 2 in Fig 13 NOTE e Ensure both sides are fitted at the same height Freezer Shelf To remove Hold at both ends push the shelf in to the left at the same time lift up at the right and take out To install Hold both ends at an angle so that the left hand side is in position Push in to the left and pull down until the right hand side To install a shelf Hold shelf at an angle place at required position and push into the grooves 1 in Fig 14 Then lower the front end and again push into the grooves 2 in Fig 14 locates into position Vegetable compartment cover The vegetable drawer can be removed by sliding it out from position To remove the cover Pull out the vegetable drawer a bit lift the cover at the front and pull out Bottles are stored laterally in the wine holder The wine holder can be a
29. r be plugged into a mains socket and the door cannot be locked shut 26 After Sales Service No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service ona Hotpoint appliance than us the manufacturer As part of our commitment to you all Hotpoint appliances have the added benefit of a fully inclusive parts and labour guarantee for the first 12 months In addition to this you also have the advantage of free replacement parts for the first 5 years when fitted by a Hotpoint engineer When the 12 months parts and labour guarantee expires we offer the following after sales service options Repair Service and Information Help Desk UK 08709 066 066 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the Model number and Serial number of your appliance Available 364 days a year with a fast effective and value for money service We have the largest white goods repair service in the UK with over 1200 of our own fully trained engineers All repairs include a parts and labour guarantee for 12 months from the date of repair If you require any information or have any questions about your appliance our operators are on hand with help and advice All this ensures that you will receive the best available after sales service possible Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appl
30. ttached to any shelf in the refrigerator compartment Place the wine holder at the side of the shelf and push it in along the shelf edge Remove it by pulling it gently forward and out Commodity Rack Commodity racks provide storage in the doors The covered commodity rack is recommended for the storage of dairy items such as butter margarine and cheese To remove Lift the commodity rack holding both sides and pull out Egg Box Store eggs in the egg box in the refrigerator compartment DO NOT store in the freezer compartment NOTE e Wipe don t wash eggs Get to know your Appliance Humidity Control Switch Fig 16 The humidity in the salad vegetable compartments can be controlled by adjusting the switches on the top left of the drawers High Humidity Convert into a Vegetable or Meat Compartment Fig 17 The bottom drawer in the refrigerator can be converted into a vegetable OR meat compartment The meat compartment maintains a lower temperature than the rest of the refrigerator so that meat and fish can be stored fresh for longer NOTE e Remember to check setting of conversion switch before loading food items vegetables and fruit will freeze if placed in drawer set to Meats Fig 17 Meats Vegetables Q EE c D To store Vegetables Fruits Q Meats Vegetables E o To store Meats The controls Starting
31. ws With the doors aligned they will close correctly and this helps the appliance to run efficiently see Height Adjustment instructions page 10 Installation WARNING ENSURE THE APPLIANCE IS NOT CONNECTED TO THE ELECTRICITY SUPPLY BEFORE INSTALLING You may need to remove both doors for the appliance to fit through access doors follow the instructions below WARNING YOU MAY NEED ASSISTANCE TO DO THIS THE DOORS ARE HEAVY AND SHOULD BE SUPPORTED AT ALL TIMES TO AVOID DAMAGE AND INJURY Feed Water Tube Remove the lower cover by lifting upwards Pull out the feed water tube while pressing area 1 indicated in Fig 1 NOTE Cut away any tube end which is misshapen or worn Remove the Freezer Compartment Door Loosen the screws in the upper hinge cover and remove Separate all connection wires except for the earth line Fig 2 Remove the retainer by rotating it anti clockwise a Fig 3 then remove the upper hinge by lifting up NOTE Support the door when removing the upper hinge Remove the freezer compartment door by lifting it up off the lower hinge Lift enough so that the feed water tube is completely pulled out Fig 4 H Enough for feed water pipe tube to be completely pulled out Lower Fig 4 Hinge NOTE Carry the freezer compartment door through the access door and lay it down on suitable material eg the original packaging Take care not to bend or
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