Hotpoint GB HUZ1221 User's Manual
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1. recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully Please see section Precautions and tips for details about disposal legislation To minimise the risk of injury to children remove the door plug and cut the mains cable off flush with the appliance Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket and the door cannot be locked shut PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 10 Hotpoint PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 11 195077700 02 09 2011 XeroxFabriano PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 122. are not limited to plugs cables batteries light bulbs fluorescent tubes and starters covers and filters Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic THIS GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL OR NON DOMESTIC PREMISES 5 Year Parts Guarantee Hotpoint also offers you a free 5 year parts guarantee This additional guarantee is conditional on you registering your appliance with us and the parts being fitted by one of our authorised engineers There will be a charge for our engineer s time To activate the extra parts warranty on your appliance simply call our registration line on 08448 24 24 24 ROI 01 230 0233 Extended Guarantees We offer a selection of repair protection plans that enable you to fully cover yourself against the expense of repair bills for the life of your policy To find the ideal plan for you please call our advice line on 0 8448 226 226 ROI 01 230 0233 Helpdesk Service We have a dedicated team who can provide free advice and assistance with your appliance if you experience any technical difficulties within the first 90 days of ownership Simply call our Hotpoint Service Hotline on 08448 224 224 ROI 01 230 0233 for telephone assistance or where necessary to arrange for an engineer to call If we cannot resolve the technical problem we will replace your machine or if you prefer give you your money back PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND AC
3. freezer is not which are corked or hermetically sealed in the freezer functioning properly and the temperature is rising too because they could break much Call your Service Centre e The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen daily is This warning light might come on for a brief period indicated on the plate containing the technical properties when located within the freezer for example Kg 24h 4 a the door is left open for an extended period of time To freeze food turn the TEMPERATURE when the freezer is being loaded or unloaded ADJUSTMENT knob to the Super position YELLOW b when the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob is set indicator light illuminated Place the food you wish to to the Super position YELLOW indicator light freeze in the top compartment making sure it does illuminated not come into contact with any items which are already frozen After 24 hours once the freezing In these two cases the fact that the warning light comes process is complete turn the TEMPERATURE on does not indicate that the freezer is malfunctioning or ADJUSTMENT knob to a medium position YELLOW there is a defect indicator light illuminated Remember to carry out this last step in order e Placing large amounts of fresh food in the freezer may temporarily increase the temperature inside the appliance this is indicated when the RED indicator light illuminates This situation as it is only temporary does not adversely affect the storage con
4. the This light goes on when the temperature inside the appliance appliance is not sufficient to preserve foodstuffs Increasingly cold temperatures may be selected by moving the knob from position 1 to position 4 The Super position is used to freeze fresh food FREEZER and STORAGE compartment STORAGE compartment PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 Start up and use Hotpoint Starting the appliance e In order to obtain a greater amount of space in the les freezer compartment you may remove the bins Before starting the appliance follow the installation except the lowest bin and the special COOL CARE instructions see nstallation ZONE bin which has an adjustable temperature Before connecting the appliance clean the and place the food directly onto the evaporator compartments and accessories well with lukevvarm water plates MB To freeze a lower amount of food than that indicated on the data plate position the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to SUPER yellow indicator light on and introduce the foodstuffs into the upper compartment After 24 hours once the freezing process is 1 Plug the appliance in and make sure the GREEN and RED indicator lights are illuminated press the ON OFF switch so it is in the position 2 Turn the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to the Super position YELLOW indicator l
5. Operating Instructions FREEZER Contents rm Installation 2 3 E Positioning and connection English Description of the appliance 4 Overall view Start up and use 5 Starting the appliance Using the freezer to its full potential Maintenance and care 6 Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours Defrosting the appliance Precautions and tips 7 HUZ1221 General safety HUZ1222 Disposal Respecting and conserving the environment Troubleshooting 8 Guarantee 9 After Sales Service 10 BR Hotpoint Installation Before placing your new appliance into operation please read these operating instructions carefully They contain important information for safe use for installation and for care of the appliance Please keep these operating instructions for future reference Pass them on to possible new owners of the appliance Positioning and connection Positioning 1 Place the appliance in a well ventilated humidity free room 2 Do not obstruct the rear fan grills The compressor and condenser give off heat and require good ventilation to operate correctly and save energy 3 Ensure the appliance is away from any sources of heat direct sunlight electric stove etc Electrical connections After the appliance has been transported carefully place it vertically and wait at least 3 hours before connecting it to the electricity mains Before inserting the plug int
6. STER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 E Hotpoint Guarantee eB 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer s guarantee which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase This gives you the reassurance that if within that time your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials we will at our discretion either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you This guarantee is subject to the follovving conditions The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and maintenance instructions The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only The appliance has not been altered serviced maintained dismantled or otherwise interfered with by any person not authorised by us Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent Any parts removed during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland The guarantee does not cover Damage resulting from transportation improper use neglect or interference or as a result of improper installation Replacement of any consumable item or accessory These include but
7. TIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 E After Sales Service No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us the manufacturer Essential Contact Information Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1000 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast reliable local service UK 08448 24 24 24 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk Please note Our advisors will require the following information Serial mmbe Parts and Accessories We supply a full range of genuine replacement parts as well as accessory products that protect and hygienically clean your appliance to keep it looking good and functioning efficiently throughout its life UK 08448 225 225 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk Appliance Registration We want to give you additional benefits of Hotpoint ownership To activate your free 5 year parts guarantee you must register your appliance with us UK 08448 24 24 24 Republic of Ireland 01 230 0800 www hotpointservice co uk Indesit Company UK Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate Dublin 17 Recycling amp Disposal Information As part of Hotpoint s continued commitment to helping the environment Hotpoint reserves the right to use quality
8. al marked E or 1 or coloured Green and Yellow Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or coloured red or brown Connect Blue wire to terminal marked N or coloured Black or Blue If a 13amp plug BS 1363 is used it must be fitted with a 13amp fuse A 15amp plug must be protected by a 15amp fuse either in the plug or adaptor or at the distribution board If you are in any doubt about the electrical supply to your machine consult a qualified electrician before use CE Marking certifies that this appliance conforms to the following EEC directives Low Voltage Equipment 73 23 EEC amp 93 68 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility 89 336 EEC 92 31 EEC amp 93 68 EEC PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 Description of the appliance Overall view The instructions contained in this manual are applicable to different model refrigerators The diagrams may not directly represent the appliance purchased GREEN indicator Light RED indicator Light YELLOW indicator Light TEMPERATURE ON OFF switch CONTROL Knob GREEN indicator light YELLOW indicator light This is illuminated when the appliance is connected to This is illuminated when the TEMPERATURE the electricity mains press the ON OFF switch so it is ADJUSTMENT knob is in the Super position in the position TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob RED Light This automatically adjusts the temperature inside
9. ded for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Keep packaging material out of the reach of children It can become a choking or suffocation hazard Disposal Observe local environmental standards when disposing packaging material for recycling purposes e The European Directive 2002 96 EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact on human health and the environment The crossed out vheeled bin symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance Respecting and conserving the environment Install the appliance in a fresh and well ventilated room Ensure that it is protected from direct sunlight and do not place it near heat sources Try to avoid keeping the door open for long period
10. ditions of food that is already frozen PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 Maintenance and care Switching the appliance off During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply 1 Switch the appliance off press the ON OFF switch so that it is in the o position and the GREEN indicator light is off 2 pull the plug out of the socket Cleaning the appliance e We recommend you clean your fridge with our Professional Fridge cleaner To order please call us on 08448 225 225 or visit www hotpointservice co uk The external and internal parts as well as the rubber seals may be cleaned using a sponge that has been soaked in lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda or neutral soap Do not use solvents abrasive products bleach or ammonia e The removable accessories may be soaked in warm water and soap or dishwashing liquid Rinse and dry them carefully Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours e The appliance is manufactured with hygienic materials which are odour free In order to maintain an odour free refrigerator and to prevent the formation of stains food must always be covered or sealed properly e f you want to switch the appliance off for an extended period of time clean the inside and leave the doors open Defrosting the appliance Follow the instructions below Do not use objects with shar
11. ight illuminated complete reposition the TEMPERATURE 3 When the red indicator light switches off turn the ADJUSTMENT knob to a medium position yellow TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to a medium indicator light off position The freezer is now ready to be used To freeze the same amount of food as that indicated on the data plate position the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to SUPER Using the freezer to its full potential yellow indicator light on 24 hours prior to introducing the foodstuffs to be frozen introduce Use the TEMPERATURE CONTROL knob to adjust the the foodstuffs then wait a further 24 hours before re temperature positioning the knob to the normal operation 1 warmest 4 coldest position We recommend however a medium position e Do not re freeze food that is defrosting or that has Do not open the door during freezing already been defrosted These foods must be cooked and eaten within 24 hours e Fresh food that needs to be frozen must not come into contact with food that has already been defrosted Fresh food must be stored in the top FREEZER and If there is a power cut or malfunction do not open the freezer door This will help maintain the temperature inside the freezer ensuring that foods are conserved for at least 9 14 hours STORAGE compartment RED Indicator Light When this red light comes on for a Do not place glass bottles which contain liquids and prolonged period of time it means that the
12. m see Maintenance The appliance makes a lot of noise e The appliance has not been installed on a level surface see Installation e The appliance has been installed between cabinets that vibrate and make noise e The internal refrigerant makes a slight noise even when the compressor is off This is not a defect it is normal The RED indicator light is illuminated A large amount of non frozen food has been placed inside causing for brief periods of time the temperature inside the freezer to rise temporarily As this is a short term situation it does not adversely affect the storage conditions of food that has already been frozen The door has been left open for a long time when placing food inside or taking it out In this case the illumination of this light is not an indicator of any freezer fault problem e The TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob is set to the Super position YELLOW indicator light illuminated In this case the illumination of this light is not an indicator of any freezer fault problem Don t forget should our advice fail to resolve the problem with your appliance please call us on 08448 224 224 to arrange an engineer visit Or visit www hotpointservice co uk Product failures are fully covered by your 12 months parts and labour guarantee However if we attend and there is no product failure or the failure has been caused by damage misuse or by incorrect installation charges will apply PLEASE PHONE US TO REGI
13. o the electrical socket ensure the following The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant with the law e The socket can withstand the maximum power of the appliance which is indicated on the data plate located inside the freezer e g 150 W e The voltage is in the range of values indicated on the data plate located inside the freezer e g 220 240V e The socket is compatible with the plug of the appliance If the socket is incompatible with the plug ask an authorised technician to replace it see Assistance Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets Once the appliance has been installed the power supply cable and the electrical socket must be easily accessible The cable must not be bent or compressed The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by authorised technicians only see Assistance The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed Your appliance is supplied with a 13amp fused plug that can be plugged into a 13amp socket for immediate use Before using the appliance please read the instructions below WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED Replacing fuse covers When replacing a faulty fuse a 13amp ASTA approved fuse to BS 1362 should always be used and the fuse cover re fitted If the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a replacement is obtained Replacement fuse covers If a replacement fuse cover is fitted it m
14. p or pointed edges to defrost the appliance as these may damage the refrigeration circuit beyond repair If the frost layer is greater than 5 mm it is necessary to defrost manually mr The previous day turn the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to the Super position YELLOW indicator light illuminated in order to cool the food down even more N Switching the appliance off CI Wrap frozen foods in newspaper and place them in another freezer or in a cool place A Leave the door open until the frost has melted completely This can be made easier by placing containers with lukevvarm water in the freezer compartment on Clean and dry the freezer compartment carefully before switching the appliance on again Oo Wait for approximately 2 hours i e until the ideal storage conditions have been restored before placing food in the freezer compartment PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 Precautions and tips The appliance was designed and manufactured in compliance with international safety standards The following warnings are provided for safety reasons and must be read carefully C This appliance complies with the following AR Community Directives 73 23 EEC of 19 02 73 Low Voltage and subsequent amendments 89 336 EEC of 03 05 89 Electromagnetic Compatibility and subsequent amendments 2002 96 CE General safet
15. s or opening the door too frequently in order to conserve energy Do not fill the appliance with too much food cold air must circulate freely for food to be preserved properly If circulation is impeded the compressor will work continuously Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator The internal temperature will increase and force the compressor to work harder and will consume more energy Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure they are free of debris and to prevent cold air from escaping see Maintenance PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 E Hotpoint Troubleshooting If the appliance does not work before calling for Assistance see Assistance check for a solution from the following list Malfunctions Possible causes Solutions The green GREEN indicator light e The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket or not far does not illuminate enough to make contact or there is no power in the house The RED indicator light remains e The door is not closed properly or has been open continuously illuminated constantly e The TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob is not in the correct position The motor runs continuously e The YELLOW indicator light is on see Description e The door is not closed properly or is continuously opened e The outside ambient temperature is very high e The thickness of the frost exceeds 2 3 m
16. ust be of the correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking or the colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug Changing the plug Removing the plug If your appliance has a non rewireable moulded plug and you should wish to remove it to add a longer cable or to re route the mains cable through partitions units etc please ensure that either The plug is replaced by a fused 13amp re wireable plug bearing the BSI mark of approval Or The mains cable is wired directly into a 13amp cable outlet controlled by a switch in compliance with BS 5733 which is accessible without moving the appliance Disposing of the plug Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket The cable should be cut as close as possible to the moulded plug Remove the fuse WARNING To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded plug into a socket anywhere else Fitting a new plug PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 Hotpoint IMPORTANT WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE GREEN amp YELLOW I 4 Green and Yellow Earth BROWN L 13 ampere fuse ne 6 E mw Blue Neutral Brown Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows Connect Green and Yellow wire to termin
17. y The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the home and is not intended for commercial or industrial use The appliance must be used to store and freeze food products by adults only and according to the instructions in this manual The appliance must not be installed outdoors even in covered areas It is extremely dangerous to leave the appliance exposed to rain and storms Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or moist hands and feet WARNING do not damage the refrigerant circuit Do not touch the internal cooling elements this could cause skin abrasions or frost freezer burns When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug from the mains socket do not pull on the cable Always switch the appliance off and unplug it before cleaning it or carrying out any maintenance work It is not sufficient to press the ON OFF button so that it is in the o position GREEN indicator light illuminated to eliminate all electrical contact In the case of a malfunction under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or further malfunctioning of the appliance Do not use any sharp or pointed utensils or electrical equipment other than the type recommended by the manufacturer inside the frozen food storage compartments Do not put ice cubes taken directly from the freezer into your mouth This appliance is not inten
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