Hotpoint HME40N Refrigerator User Manual
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1. Connect Blue wire to terminal marked N or coloured Black or Blue Ifa 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 Description of the appliance 08 Control panel ON OFF button Display ON OFF RESET ALARM FREDGE button button e ON OFF button switches the whole appliance on and off refrigerator compartment and freezer compartment It must be held down for at least 2 seconds See Start up and use and Maintenance and care e ON OFF FRIDGE button switches the refrigerator compartment on and off lt must be held down for at least 2 seconds e RESET ALARM button switches off the sound alarm press once and deletes the alarm messages from the scrolling text on the display press a second time See Troubleshooting ADJUST SELECT MODE button button ADJUST SELECT button MODE selects the various display settings and functions See Display and Start up and use ADJUST SELECT button activates the functions and modifies the temperature t2. 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 e The back of the appliance may collect dust which can be removed by delicately using the hose of a vacuum cleaner set on medium power The appliance must be switched off and the plug must be pulled out before cleaning the appliance 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 WARNING do not damage the refrigeration circuit Do not use mechanical devices or other tools to speed up the defrosting process unless they have been recommended by the manufacturer How to Defrost the Refrig erator This appliance defrosts automatically and the water is channeled to the back toward the drain installed for this purpose see diagram Here the heat produced by the compressor will make it 12 evaporate The only thing you
3. covers If a replacement fuse cover is fitted it must 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 B Hotpoint Fitting a new plug IMPORTANT WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE Green and Yellow Earth 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 terminal marked E or LL or coloured Green and Yellow Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or coloured red or brown
4. do not close properly or the seals are damaged The doors are opened too frequently The temperature that has been set is too high see Start up and use The refrigerator or the freezer have been over filled e The temperature that has been set is too low see Start up and use e The SUPER COOL and or SUPER FREEZE and or ICE PARTY functions are active e The door is not closed properly or is continuously opened e The outside ambient temperature is very high 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 e Electrical disturbance on the network or brief interruptions of the power supply Assistance El Hotpoint Before calling for Assistance e Check if the malfunction can be solved on your own see Troubleshooting e If the appliance is still not working and the problem persists despite having carried out all the checks call your nearest Service Centre model serial number Communicating C Z gt e type of malfunction Mod RG 2330 Coa 93139180000 SIN 704211801 e appliance model Mod Pez 150 w w ruso Ne o e serial number S N as 2 Aa a cave N This information can be found on the data plate Bruto
5. door alarm is stopped by closing it see Troubleshooting If DEMO MODE appears on the display the appliance is in exhibition mode that is it does not cool despite the fact that the display and the internal lamp are on To exit this mode press the MODE ADJUST SELECT and ADJUST SELECT buttons simultaneously for at least three seconds Start up and use Hotpoint Starting the appliance Using the refrigerator to its full potential ES Before starting the appliance follow the installation e Adjust the temperature using the display instructions see Installation e Activate the SUPER COOL function to lower the temperature quickly For example when you place a large number of new food items inside a fridge the internal temperature will rise slightly The function quickly cools the groceries by temporarily reducing the temperature until it reaches the ideal level Before connecting the appliance clean the compartments and accessories well with lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda The appliance comes with a motor protection control system which makes the compressor start approximately 8 minutes after being switched on The compressor also starts each time the power supply is cut off whether e Place only cold or lukewarm foods in the compartment not hot foods see Precautions and tips voluntarily or involuntarily blackout e Remember that cooked foods do not last longer than raw foods Insert the plu
6. the plug into the electrical socket ensure the following e 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 on the bottom left side of the fridge e g 150 W e The voltage must be in the range between the values indicated on the data plate located on the bottom left side 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
7. B Hotpoint Kitchen think Instructions for Installation and Use Fridge Freezer Model HME40N To the Installer Before installation fill in the product details on the back cover of this book The information can be found on the rating plate To the User You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the appliance and then retain them for future reference Retention of this 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 If the Book is lost or damaged a copy may be obtained from Indesit Company UK Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB Operating Instructions REFRIGERATOR FREEZER COMBINATION Contents EN Installation 4 5 ES Positioning and connection English 1 Description of the appliance 6 7 Control panel Overall view Accessories 8 Refrigerator compartment Freezer compartment Display 9 10 Display description Using the display Start up and use 11 Starting the appliance HME40N Using the refrigerator to its full potential Using the freezer to its full potential Maintenance and care 12 Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours Def
8. Brute i a uaa air kg24h 4 0 Classe located on the bottom left side of the refrigerator Somer r 1348 Test Fgh 295 Il I compartment tore Lanas rea Never use unauthorized technicians and never accept replacement parts that are not original 15 KE Notes 16 B Hotpoint Notes ES EE 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 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 066066 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the Model number and the 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 the repair If you require any information or have any questions about your applian
9. ce 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 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 period of cover Kitchen Cover FREE service repairs for all your Hotpoint appliances less than 8 years old Genuine Parts and AccessoriesUK 08709 077 077 www theservicecentre co uk Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 A wide range of 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 available on our web site at SERVICECENTRE www theservicecentre co uk 18 B Hotpoint Guarantee EM 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 g
10. ch time the button is pressed the value increases by 1 C 3 Confirm the choice by pressing the MODE button within ten seconds the value will stop flashing If the choice is not confirmed the temperature that had been set before the operation will appear on the display The ECO function reduces the possible adjustments from 4 C to 6 C for the refrigerator and from 18 C to 20 C for the freezer When the HOLIDAY function is enabled temperature regulations cannot be made but the appliance automatically sets itself to the best setting for the situation 12 C for the refrigerator compartment if enabled and 18 C for the freezer compartment Function status E function activated green symbol with blue inside w function selected green symbol with red border on function deactivated green symbol only on E Activating and deactivating the SUPER COOL ECO SUPER FREEZE HOLIDAY ICE PARTY functions 1 Press the MODE button until the desired function is selected 2 To activate press the ADJUST SELECT button To deactivate press the ADJUST SELECT button 3 Confirm the choice by pressing the MODE button within ten seconds If the choice is not confirmed the function that had been set before the operation will appear on the display Once the operation is over the red border goes off If the function was activated green symbol with blue inside on If the function was deactivated green symbol only
11. cold wall defrosted Fresh food must be packed in the top whereas the hotter air B is sucked up see diagram FREEZER compartment where the temperature drops below 18 C and guarantees rapid freezing e Do not place glass bottles which contain liquids and B which are corked or hermetically sealed in the freezer gt because they could break e The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen daily IN LL is indicated on the plate containing the technical gt properties located on the bottom left side of the refrigerator compartment for example Kg 24h 4 Do not open the door during freezing 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 11 Maintenance and care Switching the appliance off During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply 1 hold the ON OFF button down for more than two seconds until OFF appears on both indicator displays refrigerator and freezer 2 pull the plug out of the socket If this procedure is not followed the alarm may sound This alarm does not indicate a malfunction To restore normal operation it is sufficient to hold the ON OFF button down for more than two seconds To disconnect the appliance follow points 1 and 2 Cleaning the appliance e
12. e 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 19 B Hotpoint Key Contacts After Sales Service Over 1200 trained specialists directly employed by us ensure that you can have complete confidence in both the appliances and services we offer SERVICECENTRE 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 Serial number Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 Open 8 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 Indesit Company UK Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB 195050750 00 March 2005
13. fted sideways to optimise space see diagram FRESH BOXX for fresh meat and fish Due to the compartment s low temperature the coldest in the refrigerator food can be stored for up to one week It can also be used for cold meals WINE AREA to store up to three bottles of wine see diagram The air circulates freely between the bottles guaranteeing rapid cooling When not in use close it to increase the space on the shelf T Ms BOTTLE RACK CAN RACK flap door to store a bottle or several cans horizontally see diagram When not in use close the flap door to increase the space in the refrigerator compartment e Varies by number and or position Available only on certain models Freezer compartment ICE TRAYS to make ice 1 Pull out the tray by pushing it up and then outwards see diagram Check that the tray is completely empty and fill it with water through the opening provided 2 Take care not to exceed the level indicated MAX WATER LEVEL Excess water prevents the ice cubes from dispensing if this happens wait for the ice to melt and empty the tray 3 Turn the tray 90 the water fills up the moulds see diagram Close the opening with the lid and replace When the ice has formed minimum time approximately 8 hours knock the tray against a hard surface ICE PARTY to bring a bottle of sparkling wine or cha
14. g into the electrical socket and if OFF appears on both indicator displays refrigerator and e Do not store liquids in open containers They will freezer switch on the appliance by holding down the increase humidity in the refrigerator and cause ON OFF button for at least two seconds condensation to form the refrigerator is set at a temperature of 5 C the freezer is set at a temperature of 18 C g Using the freezer to its full potential To cool the two compartments more rapidly activate the l SUPER COOL and SUPER FREEZE functions see e Adjust the temperature using the display Display e To freeze a lot of food activate the SUPER FREEZE function The function is automatically disabled after 24 hours or once the optimal temperature has been A I R SYSTEM Advanteg Integrated Refrigeration reached It is recognizable due to the presence of the mechanism on the top part of the refrigerator compartment see e Do not refreeze food that has been defrosted or that is diagram The A LR System maintains a constant fridge defrosting this food must be eaten within 24 hours or temperature to keep food fresher for longer and will may be frozen again after it has been cooked quickly restore the temperature to the correct level even e Fresh food that needs to be frozen must not come if the door is opened frequently the blown air A is into contact with food that has already been cooled when it comes into contact with the
15. g to turn the appliance off e TIME indicator light displays the time This is also used to set the date and time e ICE PARTY function displays function status It reduces the temperature of the freezer for the period of e Scrolling text displays information on the status of the time required to cool a bottle appliance and on how to use the display A buzzer sounds when the correct temperature has It is also used to set the language been reached See Accessories e FREEZER OPERATION indicator light displays the set temperature static digit or the temperature that is being The function symbols light up in various ways to indicate set flashing digit for the freezer compartment OFF their status deactivated selected or activated indicates that the compartment is off Using the display setting the temperature When the appliance is switched on the standard storage temperatures are automatically set e 5 C for the refrigerator compartment e 18 C for the freezer compartment The temperatures that may be set are the following e between 2 C and 8 C for the refrigerator compartment e between 18 C and 26 C for the freezer compartment To set the temperature 1 Press the MODE button until the value flashes on the refrigerator compartment or freezer compartment display 2 To increase the temperature press the ADJUST SELECT button To decrease the temperature press the ADJUST SELECT button Ea
16. h off the appliance and disconnect it from the electrical supply It is not sufficient to press the ON OFF button on OFF appliance off 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 devices or tools other than the special scraper provided inside the compartments Do not put ice cubes taken directly from the freezer into your mouth Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the appliance Under no circumstance should they be allowed to sit on the bins or to hang from the door 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 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 wheeled bin symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation that when you dispose of the appliance it must be sepa
17. igerator compartment flashes b The alarm goes off and a message appears on the scrolling text of the display c The alarm goes off and a message appears on the scrolling text of the display The refrigerator and the freezer do not cool well The food inside the refrigerator is beginning to freeze The motor runs continuously The appliance makes a lot of noise Early ending of functions 14 Possible causes Solutions e The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket or not far enough to make contact or there is no power in the house e The appliance comes with a motor protection control see Start up and use e Pull out and reverse the plug before putting it back in the socket a The refrigerator door has remained open for more than two minutes The buzzer stops when the door is closed or by pressing the RESET ALARM button or the correct switching off procedure was not followed see Maintenance b The temperature of the freezer is too high The freezer will maintain a temperature of around 0 C so that the food will not refreeze allowing you to eat it within 24 hours or to freeze it again after cooking them c The temperature of the freezer has reached a dangerous level the food must not be eaten The freezer will reach a temperature of 18 C To switch off the buzzer press the RESET ALARM button Press again to delete the message on the display and to restore normal operation The doors
18. ime date and language settings See Display and Start up and use ADJUST SELECT button deactivates the functions and modifies the temperature time date and language settings See Display and Start up and use Display programmes the appliance and controls its operation See Display Description of the El Hotpoint appliance Overall view ER Lamp see Maintenance A LR SYSTEM Advanced Integrated Removable lidded shelf with EGG Refrigeration TRAYand BUTTER DISH MULTI USE bin BOTTLE RACK CAN RACK flap door SHELVESe FRESH BOX es Compartment AIDES SHELVESe FRUIT and BOTTLE FASTENER VEGETABLE bih BOTTLE shelf FREEZER and STORAGE compartment EASY ICE ice tray STORAGE compartments Levelling DRAIN SYSTEM FEET see Maintenance e Varies by number and or position Available only on certain models Accessories ca Refrigerator compartment SHELVESS thanks to the special rails the shelves are removable and the height is adjustable see diagram allowing easy storage of large containers and food Height can be adjusted without complete removal of the shelf MULTI USE bin to store food such as cold meats for a long time and also prevent odours from lingering in the refrigerator It can be removed for use and it may be shi
19. ive 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 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 one of our own service engineers a 3 k al For pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint product call 08701 50 60 70 or visit www hotpoint co uk Gi 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 To minimise risk of injury to children remove the door plug and cut mains cable off flush with the applianc
20. lectrical socket Follow the instructions below Access the light bulb A by unscrewing the fixing screw B which is located at the back of the lampcover as shown see diagram Replace it with a similar light bulb the power of which should not exceed 15W Precautions and tips The appliance was designed and manufactured in co mpliance with international safety standards The following warnings are provided for safety reasons and must be read carefully C A This appliance complies with the following 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 safety 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 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 Before cleaning and maintenance always switc
21. mpagne to the right temperature Place it in the bucket provided inside the FREEZER and STORAGE compartment The bucket may be used to serve the bottle keeping it cool See Display Display Hotpoint Display description ES ALARM indicator light Scrolling text REFRIGERATOR OPERATION ECO TIME indicator light function indicator light FREEZER OPERATION ICE PARTY functions indicator light HOLIDAY function SUPER FREEZE function SUPER COOL function e REFRIGERATOR OPERATION indicator light displays e SUPER COOL function displays function status This is the set temperature static digit or the temperature that the rapid cooling function of the refrigerator is being set flashing digit for the refrigerator compartment It deactivates automatically See Start up compartment OFF indicates that the compartment is off and use ALARM indicator light when this goes on it indicates a e SUPER FREEZE function displays function status This critical situation door open high temperature See is the rapid cooling function of the freezer compartment Troubleshooting It deactivates automatically See Start up and use e ECO function displays function status Automatically e HOLIDAY function displays the condition disabled sets the optimal temperature to store food while selected or enabled of the HOLIDAY function optimal minimizing energy consumption temperatures in the event of long term absences without a havin
22. must do is to periodically check and clean the hole of the drain which is located behind the vegetable crispers so that the water drains properly How to defrost the freezer compartment Remove the frost from time to time with the aid of the special scraper provided do not use knives or metal objects If the frost is more than 5 mm thick then you must defrost the freezer completely Proceed as follows one day before enabling the SUPER FREEZE 24 hour it helps give the food a healthy extra cold shock After 24 hours the freezing function is automatically disabled but you can disable it yourself from the display Turn the appliance off by pressing the ON OFF button for more than two seconds WARNING this operation switches off the whole appliance including the fridge compartment Wrap all frozen foods in newspaper and place them either in another refrigerator or in a cool place Leave the door open so as to allow all the frost to melt completely helping it along with containers filled with lukewarm water The unit is provided with a system which allows the de frost water to be collected in a container to be placed beneath the unit see dia gram Clean and dry thoroughly before restarting the appliance Remember that the motor will not start immediately but rather after approximately 8 minutes Replacing the light bulb To replace the light bulb in the refrigerator compartment pull out the plug from the e
23. on Setting the date and time The settings are in series and it is not possible to adjust the date if the time has not been set before 1 Press the MODE button repeatedly until the SET TIME appears on the scrolling text display 2 To scroll forward one hour press the ADJUST SELECT button To scroll back one hour press the ADJUST SELECT button 3 Confirm the choice by pressing the MODE button within ten seconds If the choice is not confirmed the time that had been set before the operation will appear on the display Once the hours have been set the minutes days months and years can be set by following steps 1 3 Setting the language 1 Press the MODE button repeatedly until the language setting screen appears on the scrolling text display 2 To scroll forward press the ADJUST SELECT button To scroll back press the ADJUST SELECT button 3 Confirm the choice by pressing the MODE button within ten seconds If the choice is not confirmed the language that had been set before the operation will appear on the display The first time that the appliance is switched on the language setting request screen appears automatically on the display follow the described procedure Switch off the sound and visual alarms Press the RESET ALARM button by pressing it once the sound alarms are switched off by pressing it a second time the alarm messages are deleted from the scrolling text on the display The open
24. rately 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 periods 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 Defrost the appliance if ice forms see Maintenance A thick layer of ice makes cold transference to food products more difficult and results in increased energy consumption Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure they are free of debris and to prevent cold air from escaping see Maintenance 13 B Hotpoint Troubleshooting If the appliance does not work before calling for Assistance see Assistance check for a solution from the following list Malfunctions The display is completely switched off The motor does not start The display is on but it is dim a The alarms goes off and the lamp in the refr
25. rosting Replacing the light bulb Precautions and tips 13 General safety Disposal Respecting and conserving the environment Troubleshooting 14 Assistance 15 After Sales Service 18 Hotpoint Guarantee 19 Key Contacts 20 B Hotpoint Installation Before operating your new appliance please read these operating instructions carefully They contain important information for safe use installation and 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 Leave a space of at least 10 cm between the top part of the appliance and any furniture above it and at least 5 cm between the sides and any furniture side walls 4 Ensure the appliance is far away from any sources of heat direct sunlight electric stove etc Levelling 1 Install the appliance on a level and rigid floor 2 Ifthe floor is not perfectly horizontal adjust the refrigerator by tightening or loosening the rear feet Electrical connections After transportation of the appliance carefully place it vertically and wait at least 3 hours before connecting it to the electricity mains Before inserting
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