Hotpoint RC16P Freezer User Manual
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1. 088 088 Open amp to 8 Mon Sun www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Genuine Parts and Accessories UK 08709 077 077 Open 8 30 to 5 30 Mon Fri amp 9 to 12 Sat www theservicecentre co uk Republic of ireland 01 842 6836 Merloni Elettrodomestici UK Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB2. Oil 10 412 months venison 12 months Kaie 12 months eee Corncob 12 months Peppers 12 months ish can be frozen in various ways Horseradish 12 months raw cleaned whole or fillet 8 months Parsley 12 months raw cleaned whole or fillet 4 6 months Beetroot 12 months smoked 1 month Celery 12 months boiled 3 months Spinach 12 months raw cleaned whole or fillet 3 months Peas 12 months smoked 2 months Mushrooms 10 12 months raw cleaned 6 months raw cleaned 3 months raw cleaned whole or fillet 8 12 months raw cleaned 3 months smoked 1 month Bread and Pastry Bread can be frozen both whole and sliced Remember that the duration of storage depends on the fat contained in the bread and pastry Rye bread 6 months White bread 3 6 months Pastry 3 months emember that the duration of storage depends Biscuits l 3 months on the fat contained in the food Bouillon 6 months Fish boiled 10 12 months ish dish or soup 4 6 months egetable dish 6 months amburger 3 6 months tew 6 months orcemeat dish 3 4 months Pizza 3 4 months Food that should NOT be frozen Avocado Banana Tomato Marmalade Lettuce Egg Radish Omelette Sauerkraut After Sales Service No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service on a 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 tn addition to th
3. a special lead is available fram your nearest Hotpoint Service Office see Back Cover A charge will be made if yoi have damaged the existing lead or require a longer lead WARNING HOW TO AVOID ACCIDENTS TO CHILDREN DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY WITH THE FREEZER OR TAMPER WITH THE CONTROLS WHEN DISCARDING AN OLD FREEZER BE CERTAIN TO MAKE THE LOCK UNUSABLE IF POSSIBLE REMOVE THE DOORS AND DISCARD SEPERATELY DO NOT ATTEMPT TO STAND ON TOP OF YOUR FREEZER IT IS NOT DESIGNED FOR SUCH USE AND YOU COULD INJURE YOURSELF OR DAMAGE THE FREEZER BY SUCH ABUSE Features Basket The plastic handles on the basket are movanle The baskel mus be positioned as shown Failure to do thes will result in the lid not i closing fully Control Panel The functions of the contralhght are magert described in delail on page 6 Control Panel Super Freeze swith Thermostat N control knob ower lop Inci ator Light The Controls Freezing and Storing Fresh Food Food to be fast frozen should be placed with as much contact to the walls of the freezer as possible Avoid placing unfrozen food in contact with frozen food Remember to switch off the Super Freeze switch when the quick freezing is completed Thermostat l The thermostat located at the front of the freezer can be adjusted from minimum 1 to maximum 7 using the thermostat control knob A normal storage temperature of 18 C is recommended for mos
4. draughts or dampness The siting of freezers in unheated outhouses or garages may in cold weather give rise to condensation forming on the outer surface of the freezer This is no way due to faulty operation of the freezer and will disappear with warmer weather Remove condensation with a ciean dry cloth Before Using your Freezer It is recommended that you clean both the inside and the outside of the freezer before using it for the first time Use lukewarm water and a little bicarbonate of soda 1 teaspoon to 1 2 litres of water NOTE The freezer should be allowed to stand for 12 hours to allow the system to settle before it is turned on for the first time Fitting Sliders to Base of the Freezer Four sliders can be fitted to the base of the appliance one at each comer Place protective material between the floor and the freezer eg the freezer packaging Tilt or lie the freezer on a side DO NOT lie the freezer on its front you will damage the handle or on its back you will damage the compressor Place the slider housing the correct way into the aperture and push into position see diagram below Electrical Requirements We recommend that this appliance is connected to the mains supply via a suitable swithced socket in a readily accesible position All Hotpoint appliances come complete with a fitted plug The plug on your freezer has a 13A fuse If the piug does not fit your sockets a new plug can be fitted Cut off
5. HOTPOINT FREEZER MODEL RC16P Contents Page installation 3 4 Features 5 The Controls 6 Loading the Freezer 7 Storage 7 Locking the Lid 7 Defrosting Cleaning Power Failure 8 Safety Information 9 Troubleshooting 10 Guide to Freezing 11 After Sales Hotpoint Guarantee 12 13 Key Contacts Back Cover Disposal notes The packaging is designed to protect the appliance and individual components during transport and ts made of recyclable matenais Corrugated board board Moulded polystyrene foamed CFC free polystyrene Polythene bags and sheets Polyproplene straps Keep packaging materials away from children polythene sheets and bags can suffocate Piease return packaging material to your nearest official coliection point so that the various materials can be reused or recycled as far as possible Ensure that the refrigerant circuit is not damaged before the appliance that is no longer needed is taken away for disposal tn this way the refrigerant will not escape into the environment Exact details of the refrigerant used can be found on the type plate The heat insulator is PU with Pentane Information on collection dates or collection points can be obtained from the waste disposal authorities or local council Technical Safety The refrigerant R600a is environmently friendly but flammable take care not to damage the refrigerant circuit pipes If refrigerant does escape immediately ensure that the area is well v
6. entilated Do not use electrical appliances i e ice makee inside the appliance In the event that the appliance is damaged contact the supplier immediately before con necting to the mains To guarantee safe operation ensure that the appliance is set up and connected as described in these operating instructions and that Hotpoint service dept only carries out any repairs and work on the appliance 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 installation Choosing a Location The freezer will operate in temperatures up to 32 C The freezer should be placed in a dry ventilated room and never close to a radiator or other sources of heat as this will increase the power consumption unnecessarily Please make sure that the freezer is installed on a level surface and in a position providing adequate air circulation to the sides and rear of the freezer minimum clearance of 25mm 1 each side also make sure the lid can be opened fully if the freezer is installed on a thick pile carpet it should be elevated to ensure free air circulation underneath The freezer should not be positioned where it will be affected by
7. f lf after following these instructions you are still having problems contact your nearest Hotpoint Service office see Back Cover You will need to have the following information on hand when calling Your name address and postcode Your telephone number Clear and concise details of the fault The mode number and serial number The date you purchased it and where from Details of any Extended Warranty etc in Guide to Home Freezing Recommended duration of storage for various foods eat and Poultry Fruits and Berries Meat can be frozen in various ways Orange squeezed 12 months DO NOT freeze too large pieces as this will ruin Apricot washed sliced 12 months he quality of the meat Bilberry 12 months Grape in bunch 12 months Beef raw joint 6 8 months Apple peeled pips removed Roast Beef cooked 10 12 months cut into halves 12 months Beef Steak raw 10 12 months Rhubarb 12 months Fillet raw joint or steak 6 months Plum stone removed oose raw whole cleaned 6 months Cut into halves 12 months are raw skinned cleaned 12 months hicken raw Cleaned 6 months urkey raw cleaned 6 months Vegetables Mushrooms and Spices Rabbit raw skinned cleaned 12 months Lamb raw 6 12 months Aubergine months iver raw or stewed 6 8 months Caulhttower 10 12 months idney raw 4 months Broccoli 10 12 months utlets raw pork 3 months Beans 12 months veal 10 12 months
8. f soda 1 teaspoon to 1 2 litres of water Never use any household cleaner or detergent abrasive powders or wax polish These not only damage the surfaces but also leave a smell within the freezer Dry thoroughly reconnect te the power supply and switch ON Make sure all switches are set correctly if the freezer is to be left unused for long periods switch off and disconnect from the power supply Remove all foods and follow the defrosting instructions Note Leave the lid open to prevent the accumulation of odours Power Failure A brief power failure will not affect your frozen food although it is advisable to keep the lid closed to prevent a rise in temperature In the event of the power failure lasting longer than 12 hours the frozen food should be checked before the power is reconnected to make sure it has not defrosted Important Safety Information The freezer must only be used for its intended purpose which is for the freezing and storage of domestic foodstuffs Please read the following information it is provided in the interest of your safety if you are discarding an old freezer with a lock or catch fitted to the lid ensure that the freezer is left in a safe condition to prevent children getting trapped inside DO NOT place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer as the container may explode when frozen DO NOT store explosive substances in the freezer eg gas containers DO NOT refreeze food once it has tha
9. he freezer will freeze 9 0kg 20Ib of fresh food in 24 hours When first loading the freezer or at any time when loading large quantities of unfrozen foods run the freezer with the Super Freeze switch ON for at least 8 hours before placing the food in the freezer and return to the off position when the food is frozen When adding already frozen food it will not be necessary to turn the Super Freeze switch on Remember fo prepare the food correctly before fast freezing Different foods need different preparation see Guide to Home Freezing see page 11 Squeeze all air out of freezer bags before closing sealing Do not Super Freeze too much food at any one time If you need to Super Freeze a large quantity of food store the food in your refrigerator and carry out the freezing in batches Do not freeze hot food By allowing food to cool before freezing the duration of Super freezing will be reduced and the freezer will use less energy to obtain the correct storage temperature Storage Pre packed commercially frozen food should be stored in accordance with the frozen food manufacturer s instructions for a three star frozen food storage compartment or home freezer Place the packets of frozen food into the freezer as soon after purchase as possible Carefully follow any instructions on the packet referring to storage times The storage life of frozen foods vary and the recommended storage times should not be exceeded The
10. instructions regarding the care of frozen foods should be followed when defrosting the freezer The freezer is intended for long term storage of frozen food ie three star up to three months Locking the Lid Keys have been supplied to enable the lid to be locked Always pace the mee out of reach of children Defrosting WARNING Never use electrical heaters for defrosting Moisture in the air and food cause an accumulation of frost inside the freezer A thin frost layer will not affect the performance of the freezer and can be removed with a plastic scraper WARNING DO NOT use a knife or other sharp metal objects You will need to defrost the freezer when the frost layer is 6mm 1 4 thick as follows Switch off and disconnect the freezer from the power supply Empty the freezer wrap the frozen food in a blanket or layers of paper and store in a cool area You can place a bowl of hot water inside the freezer to speed defrosting Clean the freezer throughout when the frost has been removed and dry thoroughly Reconnect to the power supply and switch ON Switch on the Super Freeze switch and allow the cabinet to cool for approximately 1 hour Unwrap and return the frozen food to the freezer Remember to turn off the Super Freeze switch Cleaning Switch off and disconnect the freezer from the power supply Clean both the inside and the outside of your freezer Use lukewarm water containing a little bicarbonate o
11. is 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 066066 www theseryvicecentre co uk Republic of lreland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the Model number and the Serial number of your appliance see USEFUL ADVICE SECTION for rating plate position 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 quarantee for 12 months from the date of the repair if you require any information or have any questions about your appliance our operators are on hand 7 with help and advice All this ensures that you will receive the best available after sales service possible Extended Warranties UK 08 709 O88 088 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of ireland 1850 502 200 Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen we offer two service cover plans to give you total peace of mind Repair Protection Plan FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the ne period of cover Kitchen Cover oS FREE service repairs for alt your Hotpoint appliances less than 8 years ald Genuine Parts and Accesso
12. mestic premises ie no 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 on of our own service engineers apc For pre purchase information on aha other Hotpoint product call 08701 50 60 70 or visit www hotpolnt co uk Recycling amp Disposal Information is part ai 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 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 longer be plugged into a mains socket and the door cannot be locked shut Key Contacts After Sales Service Over 1209 trained specialists directly employed by us ensure that you can have complete confidence in both the appliances and services we offer Repair Service and Information Desk UK 08709 066 066 Open 8 to 8 Mon Fri 8 to 6 Sat 10 to 4 Sun amp Bank Holidays www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the following information Mode number Serial number Extended Warranties UK 08709
13. ries UK 08709 077 077 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of ireland 01 842 6836 A wide range af genuine parts and accessories are available from our hotline or through our web site Genuine parts and accessories extended warranties and service repairs are all availabie on our web site at www theservicecentre co uk 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 th icec r k 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 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 do
14. t foods Temperature Control This is obtained by positioning the thermostat contro knob to setting 3 This setting may have to be varied depending upon the frequency of opening and closing the lid and for a room temperature in excess of 25 C 77 F To prevent children from changing the position of the thermostat control knob it is necessary to use a coin or similar object to turn the knob Power ON Indicator Light green This light only shows that the freezer is connected to the mains It does not give any indication of the temperature inside the freezer Super Freeze switch amber This light will illuminate when the Super Freeze switch is switched on This switch overrides the thermostat and the compressor will operate continuously lowering the cabinet temperature still further Important When the freezer is first installed switch on the Super Freeze switch the amber light will glow and leave running for at least 4 hours before putting in frozen food This will make sure that the cabinet is thoroughly chilled before food is put in Remember to switch off the Super Freeze switch If the cabinet temperature is considered to be incorrect for any reason contact your nearest Hotpoint Service office see Back Cover Loading the Freezer When loading your freezer with fresh food place the food in contact with the wails of the freezer If necessary the food may be placed between the already frozen food and the cabinet walls T
15. the old plug and throw it away DO NOT inser it into a socket elsewhere as this could cause a shock hazard WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED IMPORTANT Fitting a different plug The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green and Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live If you fit your own plug the colours of these wires may not correspond with the ea markings on the plug terminals This is what you hace to do Connect the green and yellow Earth wire to the terminal coloured green and yellow or marked E or with the symbol Connect the blue Neutral wire to the terminal coloured black or marked N Connect the brown Live wire to the terminal coloured red or marked L in the event of replacing a fuse in the plug supplied a 13A ASTA approved fuse to BS1362 must be fitted With alternative plugs a 15A fuse must be fitted either in the plug or adaptor or in the main fuse box if the plug is the moulded on type the fuse cover must be refitted when changing the fuse In the event of losing the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement fuse cover has been obtained and fitted A new fuse cover is available from your nearest Hotpoint parts centre or your local Electricity Company Identify a correct replacement by comparing colour coding or markings on the base of the plug Mains Lead Replacement If the mains lead on your freezer needs replacing at any time
16. wed out DO NOT alter or inodity the design specifications of the freezer in any way DO NOT attempt to carry out any repair on the freezer yourself any servicing or maintenance must only be undertaken by a suitably qualified person DO NOT consume water ices directly from the freezer allow to warm slightly before consumption DO NOT place hot items on the freezer table top DO unplug the freezer at the mains before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance DO allow the freezer to stand for 12 hours before it is turned on for the first time to allow the system to settle DO take care when moving the freezer as it is heavy DO follow the food manufacturer s storage recommendations as indicated on the packaging DO allow adequate ventilation to the freezer as failure to do so could result in reduced performance or premature component failure Troubleshooting Please check the fo lowing before calling your service dealer is the plug in the plug socket Has the fuse blown is there a power failure is the setting of the thermostat knob correct see Controls page 6 is the freezer placed too close to a heat source see Choose a Location page 3 is there a thick layer of frost on the internal walls see Defrosting page 8 lf the compressor makes repeated attempts to start without result then turn off the electricity supply for about 20 minutes and then try again DO NOT try to repair the freezer yoursel
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