Hotpoint Refrigerator FFA45W User Manual

Instructions for Installation and Use

Fridge / Freezer

Model FFA45W

Model FFA47X

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PRODUCT SAFETY

ATTENTION

mouth because they could stick to your mouth and cause burns.

7. Never perform any cleaning or maintenance operations

without first unplugging the appliance; in fact, pressing the

ON/OFF button on the display for more than two seconds is

not enough to cut off all electrical contacts.

8. Before having your old refrigerator picked up for disposal,

remove or make inoperable any locking devices to prevent chil-

dren who might play in or around the appliance from being

locked inside.

Read your manual carefully since it contains instructions

which will ensure safe installation, use and maintenance of

your appliance.

Your Refrigerator is built to International safety standards

(EN60) ans has been awarded the European approval mark

(IMQ) for compliance with UK electrical safety requirements.

It also meets the EC standards on the prevention and elimi-

nation of readio interference (EC directive 87/308 - 02.06.89).

9. Before calling for service/assistance in the case of malfunc-

tion, consult the chapter entitled “Is There a Problem? to de-

termine whether it is possible to eliminate the problem. do not

try to repair the problem by trying to access the internal com-

ponents of the appliance.

10. If damaged, the power supply cord on this appliance

must necessarily be replaced by our service centre because

special tools are required for replacement.

11. Do not use electric appliances inside the compartment for

food storage, if these are not those recommended by the

manufacturer.

12. At the end of the functional life of your appliance –

containing cyclopentane gas in the insulation foam and perhaps

gas R600a (isobutane) in the refrigeration circuit – the latter

should made safe before being sent to the dump.

For this operation, please contact your dealer or the Local

Organisation in charge of waste disposal.

1. This appliance must not be installed outdoors - not even in

an area protected by a roof. It is extremely dangerous to leave

it exposed to rain or storms.

2. It must only be used by adults and exclusively to refrigerate

and freeze foodstuffs, following the instructions for use con-

tained in this manual.

3. Do not ever touch or handle the appliance with bare feet or

with wet hands or feet.

4. It is highly recommended that you do not use extension

cords or multiple socket adapters. If the refrigerator is installed

between cabinets, make sure that the cord is not bent or dan-

gerously pinched or compressed.

5. Never pull on the cord or the refrigerator to remove the plug

from the wall socket - this is very dangerous.

6. Never touch the cooling components within the appliance,

especially with wet hands because this could result in injury.

Never put ice cubes just removed from the freezer into your

INSTALLATION

Levelling

Proper installation of the appliance is essential to en-

sure the best and most efficient performance of your

appliance.

The floor should be perfectly level; if not, you can adjust the

feet at the front of the appliance.

Earthing

Ventilation

Before making the electrical connection, check that the volt-

age shown on the data plate, that you will find on the bot-

tom left hand side of the appliance next to the crisper, cor-

responds to that of your home and that the socket is earthed

in compliance with all current electrical regulations. If the

system is not earthed, the manufacturer declines all liability

for consequent damages or losses. Do not use adapters or

multiple sockets.

The compressor and condenser generate heat and, there-

fore, need to be ventilated properly. Rooms with less than

perfect ventilation are not very suited for installation of the

appliance. Therefore, it should be installed in a room with

an opening (window or French window) that provide the

appropriate amount of air re-circulation. It is also important

that the room not be too humid.

During installation, make sure not to cover or obstruct the

grates that allow for proper ventilation of the appliance.

For proper ventilation of the appliance, you must leave:

- a space of at least 10 cm between the top part and any

cabinets above it;

Position the appliance in such a w ay that you can access

the socket w here it is plugged in.

Check the pow er load

The electrical socket must support the maximum power load

of the appliance shown on the data plate (on the bottom

left hand side of the appliance next to the crisper).

- a space of at least 5 cm between the sides of the appliance

and any adjacent cabinets/walls.

Aw ay from Heat

Avoid positioning the appliance in a place where it is directly

exposed to sunlight or near an oven, cook top or the like.

Before plugging the appliance to the mains

Stand the appliance upright and wait at least 3 hours before

plugging the appliance into the mains to ensure proper per-

formance.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Fitting a new plug

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.

IMPORTANT:

WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN

ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE...

WARNING:

Green and Yellow - Earth

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

Blue

Brown

- Neutral

- Live

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.

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

Green and Yellow.

or coloured

Replacement fuse covers:

- 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 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.

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.

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.

If you are in any doubt about the electrical

supply to your machine, consult a qualified

electrician before use.

- 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.

CE Marking certifies that this appliance

conforms to the follow ing EEC

directives :

Low Voltage Equipment - 73/23/EEC &

93/68 EEC

Disposing of the plug

Electromagnetic Compatibility

89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC & 93/68/EEC

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 anyw here else.

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GET TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE

Removable lidded shelf, w ith egg tray and

Removable height-adjustable shelves

butter dish

Light

Butter dish

Beverage can shelves

Intermediate shelves

Removable door shelf for bottles

Ice tray

Levelling feet

Food storage

compartments

Compartments for

freezing and food

storage

Fruit and Vegetable

Crisper

"Fresh box"

compartment for

meat and fish

MAX

WATER LEVEL

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THE DISPLAY

ON/OFF button

This button turns the entire

appliance on or off (refrigerator

and freezer compartments)

(press it for more than two

seconds).

ECO

RESET

ALARM

ECO button

The button enables and disables

the ECOseconds function

L M

RESET ALARM button

ECO

Display: ECO function

This button turns the alarm buzzer off, as well as

cancelling scrolling text alarm messages from the

display (simply press it).

Displays the condition (disabled, selected or enabled)

of the ECO function (optimal temperature at low

consumption levels).

Display: SUPER COOL function

MODE button

Displays the condition (disabled, selected or enabled)

of the SUPER COOL function (rapid cooling of the

refrigerator compartment).

This button allows you to act on the display to have

access to the various settings/functions and,

subsequently, to select the same.

Display: SUPER FREEZE function

ADJUST/SELECT + button

Displays the condition (disabled, selected or enabled)

of the SUPER FREEZE function (rapid freezing).

This button allows you to adjust the settable values

(temperature, date, time and language) or to select

the various functions.

Display: HOLIDAY function

Displays the condition (disabled, selected or enabled) of

the HOLIDAY function (optimal temperatures in the event

of long-term absences without having to turn the

appliance off).

ADJUST/SELECT - button

This button allows you to adjust the settable values

(temperature, date, time and language) or to deselect

the various functions.

Display: ICE PARTY function

Displays the condition (disabled, selected or enabled) of the

ICE PARTY function (maximum speed in cooling a hot bottle

and serving it at the table in the special bucket designed to

maintain the temperature reached by the bottle).

Display: refrigerator compartment indication

Displays the temperature set in the

refrigerator compartment (fixed

figure), the temperature you are

setting (flashing figure) or the OFF

condition of the appliance

Display: alarm indicator

If enabled, it indicates the presence of a critical

situation (door open, high temperature, etc…).

Display: freezer compartment indication

Display: time indicator

Displays the temperature set in the

freezer compartment (fixed figure), the

temperature you are setting (flashing

figure) or the OFF condition of the

appliance (OFF enabled).

Indicates the correct time and is used to set the date

(month, day and year).

Display: scrolling text

Used to set the language, it also provides general

information as to the condition of the appliance and

on how to interact with the display.

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GETTING YOUR APPLIANCE READY FOR USE

the indication spaces concerning the two compartments

NOTICE

(fridge and freezer).

After the appliance has been delivered, stand it in the

upright position and w ait approximately 3 hours be-

fore connecting it to the electrical outlet to guarantee

that it operates properly.

Before placing foodstuffs in the refrigerator or freezer, clean

the interior well with warm water and baking soda.

Freezer compartment

When the appliance is switched on (by pressing the ON/

OFF button “A” for more than two seconds), the freezer

compartment is automatically brought to the standard setting

of - 18°C.We recommend you enable the SUPER FREEZE

function to speed up the cooling process of the compartment;

when the latter has reached its optimal temperature, the

function shall be automatically disabled and you may place

your frozen food inside the compartment.

Motor protection delay

This model is provided w ith a motor protection control

system. Therefore, if the compressor does not start

immediately upon installation, do not w orry as it w ill

start automatically after approximately 8 minutes.

This is also w hat w ill happen every time the pow er

supply is interrupted, both due to a pow er failure or

should you sw itch it off yourself (to clean or defrost

your freezer, for example).

Refrig ompartment

When the appliance is switched on, the refrigerator

compartment is brought to the standard setting of + 5°C.

We recommend you enable the SUPER COOL function to

speed up the cooling process of the compartment: after a

few hours, you may place food inside the refrigerator.

After plugging the appliance into a suitable electricity

socket, ensure the display is on with the “OFF” words in

HOW TO USE THE DISPLAY

Firstly, take all the advice that appears in the form of scrolling

text on the display: it will be of use to you, especially when

you make your first settings.

to the standard ones for food storage: from +4°C to +6°C

for the refrigerator compartment and from -18°C to -20°C

for the freezer compartment. The possible increases and

decrease are still of 1°C.

Temperature settings:

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 and -18°C for the freezer

compartment.

If the appliance is switched off, the temperatures set at that

time will appear in the indication spaces on the display

concerning the refrigeration and freezer compartments (G

for the refrigerator and H for the freezer). To change these,

press the MODE (D) button as many times as necessary for

the figure corresponding to the temperature set to flash in

the relative indication space. Now you can select the new

temperature to set by pressing the ADJUST/SELECT + (E) (to

increase the temperature displayed by one degree) and/or

ADJUST/SELECT - (F) (to decrease the temperature displayed

by one degree) buttons. Once you have reached the desired

temperature, you should set it by pressing the MODE (D) button

again to confirm the selection. Now the new temperature will

stop flashing and will remain fixed in the relevant indication space

on the display to indicate that the new setting has been made.

NOTE: if you do not confirm your selection by pressing the

MODE button within ten seconds of the last action

performed on the display, the latter shall go back to displaying

the temperature previously in being and indicate that no

new temperature has been set.

How to use the functions:

ECO

Function symbol in normal operating conditions

(only green symbol lit)

Function selected (green symbol and red outline

lit)

Function enabled (green symbol and blue

background lit)

The temperatures set automatically are +5°C for the refrigerator

compartment and -18°C for the freezer compartment and these

are the standard temperatures for food storage.

The settable temperatures for the refrigerator compartment

range from +2°C to +8°C, whereas those for the freezer

compartment range from -18°C to -26°C. When the ECO

function is enabled, the possible settings are instead closer

To enable and disable the ECO function, just press the ECO

button (B).

Press the MODE (D) button as many times as necessary for

the red outline of the function you wish to act on to light

up: this indicates that the function has been selected and is

ready to be enabled or disabled.

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Now you can act on the function using the ADJUST/SELECT

+ (E) (to enable it) and/or ADJUST/SELECT - (F) (to disable

it) buttons. To confirm the setting chosen for the function,

press the MODE (D) button again. The red outline will come

off to indicate the conclusion of operations on this function:

if the function has been enabled, not only the green symbol

lights up, but also the blue background, whereas if it has

been disabled, the blue background will also come off and

only the green symbol will stay lit.

NOTE: if you do not confirm your selection by pressing the

MODE button within ten seconds of the last action performed

on the display, the latter shall go back to displaying the

function previously set and indicate that no new modification

has been made.

Setting the time and date:

The time and date settings are in rapid sequence and you

cannot intervene on the date without first setting the time.

Press the MODE (D) button as many times as necessary for

the words “SET TIME [+/-]” appears in the form of scrolling

text.

Now you can set the exact time using the ADJUST/SELECT

+ (E) (to go up one hour) and/or ADJUST/SELECT - (F) (to

go back one hour) buttons. Once you have reached the time

to set, confirm the setting by pressing the MODE (D) button

once more: you should now set the minutes using the same

procedure.

Once you have set the correct time, you should set the day

and then the month and year, using the same procedure:

buttons ADJUST/SELECT + (E) and ADJUST/SELECT - (F)

for the exact digit and again the MODE button to confirm.

NOTE: if you do not confirm your selection by pressing the

MODE button within ten seconds of the last action

performed on the display, the latter shall go back to displaying

the setting previously made and indicate that no modification

has been made.

Some functions (SUPER COOL and HOLIDAY) are linked to

the refrigerator compartment; other functions foresee an

operation that can create conflicts (for example HOLIDAY

and SUPER FREEZE), in this case a pre-set priority is taken

into consideration in order to help you run the appliance.

Language setting:

The language setting is the first operation that is suggested

(via the scrolling text on the display) the first time you turn

the appliance on.

You can choose from six different languages (Italian, French,

English, Spanish, Portuguese, and Turkish): the display will

provide all the indications in the chosen language; should

you fail to select one, the appliance is factory-set to Italian.

If this is not the first time you turn the appliance on, first

press the MODE (D) button as many times as necessary for

the scrolling text “IMPOSTAZIONE LINGUA [+/-] / CHOIX

LANGUE [+/-] / SET LANGUAGE [+/-] / SELECCIONAR

IDIOMA [+/-] / PROGRAMAÇÃO LÍNGUA [+/-]” to come

up on the display; if it is the first time you turn the appliance

on, then this is not necessary.

Now you can choose the language using the ADJUST/

SELECT + (E) (scrolls forward in the list of languages available

that appear in the form of scrolling text) and/or ADJUST/

SELECT - (F) (scrolls back in the list of languages available

that appear in the form of scrolling text) buttons. Once the

language you wish to select has appeared in the scrolling

text, confirm the setting by pressing the MODE (D) button

again: the language is now enabled.

NOTE: if you do not confirm your selection by pressing the

MODE button within ten seconds of the last action

performed on the display, the latter shall go back to displaying

the language previously set and indicate that no modification

has been made.

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HOW TO USE THE REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT...

The temperature inside the refrigerator is automatically ad-

justed according to the setting made on the display.We rec-

ommend, however, a medium position.

When the fridge compartment is filled up after a heavy

shopping spree, use the SUPER COOL "J" function (see the

paragraph on "How to use the display") in order to reach

optimum operating conditions quickly. Once the necessary

time has elapsed, the function is disabled automatically.

Remember to follow our instructions on the storage life of

foods: If not stored correctly, even the freshest food will

deteriorate quite quickly.

Fig. 2

Fig. 1

Contrary to popular belief, cooked foods do not keep longer

than fresh food.

The refrigerator compartment of your appliance is fitted with

practical removable shelves (Fig. 1) whose height can be

adjusted to allow storage of large containers. This allows

you to place even large containers and foodstuffs in the re-

frigerator.

Remember to cool hot food before storing otherwise the

temperature inside the appliance will increase, causing the

compressor to work harder and use more energy.

Do not store liquids in unsealed containers since this will

increase the humidity and lead to the formation of frost in

the refrigerator.

Fig. 3

To use the cold cuts/cheese box, unhook it and remove it

from the shelf. To optimise space according to your needs,

the same can be moved laterally (Fig. 2).

The can rack (Fig. 3) on the inner door allows you to store

not only cans, but also yoghurt, butter and other containers,

according to your requirements.

WARNING: to avoid blocking the air circulation inside

the refrigerator, it is advisable not to obstruct the

ventilation holes w ith food or containers.

Using the "Fresh box" compartment for meat

and fish

This compartment was designed to allow for longer

preservation times for fresh meat and fish (for as long as a

week).

This is possible as the coldest temperature of the entire fridge

is available inside this specific compartment.

The clear protective door to open the compartment avoids

any oxidation or blackening to occur, which are typical of

meat and fish when exposed to air.

Moreover, the "Fresh box" compartment can also be used

to cool dishes that are normally eaten "cold", such as melon

and Parma ham, figs and ham, mozzarella and tomatoes.

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HOW TO USE THE FREEZER COMPARTMENT...

Thanks to the special ICE PARTY function, you will no longer

For the preparation of food to be frozen, please con-

sult a specialized manual.

Food that has be thawed, even partially, must not be re-

frozen: you must cook it in order to consume it (within 24

hours) or to freeze it once again.

When freezing fresh foods, remember that they should not

touch other previously frozen or deep frozen foods. Place

the food that you wish to freeze in the top compartment

"I" where the temperature will fall below -18°C, which is

ideal for freezing food properly. Remember that proper con-

servation depends on the speed of freezing.

The maximum amount of food you can freeze per day is

indicated on the data plate situated inside the refrigerator

compartment.

The first time, or after the freezer has been inactive, you can

only freeze food after having let the appliance function at

maximum.

Food can be frozen by enabling the SUPER FREEZE 24 hour

function (see the paragraph on "How to use the display").

After 24 hours, or once the optimal temperatures have been

reached, the rapid freezing function is automatically disabled.

During the freezing process, avoid opening the door of the

freezer.

have to deal with the problem of finding broken bottles

placed to cool inside the freezer compartment (all liquids,

upon freezing, expand and increase in volume). By enabling

this function, the appliance itself will let you know, by

sounding a buzzer and by means of a visual signal (a message

on the display in the form of scrolling text), when it is the

best time to remove the bottle from the compartment. To

turn the buzzer off and cancel the message from the display,

just press the RESET ALARM (C) button. Do not forget to

use the ergonomic bucket provided to store the bottle inside

the freezer compartment; as well as accelerating the cooling

process of the same, once it is time to serve it at the table,

you can take it there easily thanks to the special handles

and keep it cool at length at the table.

WARNING: always keep the bucket provided for the bottle

inside the freezer compartment (even when you don't have

bottles to cool); only this way can the low temperature of

the liquid be guaranteed in a short amount of time.

Remember that for optimal operation, the bucket with the

bottle inside it should be stored in the top part "I" of the

freezer compartment when the ICE PARTY function has been

enabled.

In order to freeze and then thaw foods optimally, it is rec-

ommended that you divide food into small portions so that

they freeze quickly and uniformly. The packages should be

clearly marked with the content and the date they were

frozen.

Do not open the freezer door in the event of a power failure

or malfunction. This precaution will slow the rise in tem-

perature within the compartment. If the door is not opened,

frozen and fast-frozen foods will remain in their current state

for approximately 9-14 hours.

Do not place full bottles in the freezer: they could easily

burst because all liquids increase in volume when they freeze.

WARNING: to avoid blocking the air circulation inside

the refrigerator, it is advisable not to obstruct the

ventilation holes w ith food or containers.

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Once the ice has formed, all you need to do is to knock the

tray against a hard surface so that the ice cubes come away

from their housing and come out of the same hole used to

fill the tray with water. To make it easier for the ice cubes to

come out, wet the outside of the tray.

WARNING: every time you fill up the ice tray with water ,

make sure that the same is completely empty and that there

are no traces of ice left inside it.

Ice trays

This new concept of ice trays is an exclusive Merloni patent.

The fact that they are situated on the inner door of the

freezer compartment ensures greater ergonomics and

cleanliness: the ice no longer comes into contact with the

food placed inside the freezer compartment; furthermore,

the dripping of the water during filling is avoided (a lid to

cover up the hole after filling with water is also provided).

The minimum time required for ice to form well is

approximately 8 hours.

To remove the ice trays from

their housings, push the tray

upwards and then pull it out

(fig. 4). To put the tray back

in place, insert the top part

into the special housing and,

once in a vertical position,

just let it drop into place.

MAX

WATER LEVEL

Fig. 4

Fig. 5

Instructions for use (Fig. 5)

Fill up the tray with water via the special hole up to the level

indicated (MAX WATER LEVEL), taking care not to exceed it:

inserting more water than is necessary will lead to the

formation of ice which could obstruct the exit of the ice cubes.

If you have used an excessive amount of water, you will have

to wait until the ice has melted, empty out the tray and re-fill

it with water.

Once you have filled the ice tray up with water through the

hole indicated, turn it by 90 °. Thanks to the connected

compartments, the water fills up the special shapes, after

which you can cover the hole up with the special cap and

place the ice tray in the inner door of the freezer

compartment.

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FOOD STORAGE

Meat and Fish

Tenderising

(days)

Storage

(months)

Food

Wrapping

Thaw ing Time

Beef Roast

Lamb

Tinfoil

2 / 3

1 / 2

9 / 10

Not required.

Pork Roast

Veal Roast

Each piece wrapped in cling wrap and

then in tinfoil (4 to 6 slices)

Veal/Pork Chops

Not required.

Each piece wrapped in cling wrap and

then in tinfoil (4 to 6 slices)

Veal/Lamb Cutlets

Minced Meat

Not required.

In aluminium containers covered with cling

wrap.

Freshly

minced

Slowly in refrigerator.

Heart and Liver

Sausages

Plastic Baggies

Cling Wrap or Tinfoil

Tinfoil

Not required.

As necessary.

Chicken and Turkey

Duck and Goose

1 / 3

1 / 4

Very slowly in refrigerator.

Tinfoil

Pheasant, Partrige and

Wild Duck

Tinfoil

1 / 3

Very slowly in refrigerator.

Hare and Rabbit

Venison

Tinfoil

3 / 4

5 / 6

Very slowly in refrigerator.

Not required.

Tinfoil or Cling Wrap

Plastic Baggies

Large Fish

4 / 6

2 / 3

3 / 6

Small Fish

Crustaceans

Not required.

Store in salted water in aluminium

containers or plastic containers.

Shellfish

Very slowly in refrigerator.

Boiled Fish

Fried Fish

Tinfoil or Cling Wrap

Plastic Baggies

In hot water.

4 / 6

Directly in pan.

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FOOD STORAGE

Fruits and Vegetables

Bla n ch in g

Tim e

St o ra g e

(m o n t h s)

Fo o d

Pre p a ra t io n

Wra p p in g

Th a w in g Tim e

In Containers (cover

with syrup)

In refrigerator very

slowly.

Apples and Pears

Peel and cut into slices.

Peel and pit.

2’

Apricots, Peaches,

Cherries and Plums

In Containers (cover

with syrup)

In refrigerator very

slowly.

1’ / 2’

Strawberries

Blackberries and

Raspberries

In Containers (cover

with sugar)

In refrigerator very

slowly.

Rinse and fry.

10 / 12

In Containers (add

10% sugar)

In refrigerator very

slowly.

Cooked Fruit

Fruit Juice

Cut, cook and strain.

Wash, cut and crush.

In Containers (sugar

to taste)

In refrigerator very

slowly.

10 / 12

Remove leaves, cut head

into small pieces and blanch

in water and a little lemon

juice.

Cauliflower

2’

Plastic Baggies

Not required.

Cabbage and

Brussel Sprouts

Wash and cut into small

pieces.

1’ / 2’

10 / 12

At room temperature.

Peas

Shell and wash.

2’

Plastic Baggies

Not required.

French Beans

Wash and slice if required.

10 / 12

Carrots, Peppers

and Turnips

Peel, wash and slice if

necessary.

3’ / 4’

Plastic Baggies

Not required.

Mushrooms and

Asparagus

Plastic Baggies or

Containers

Wash, peel and cut up.

Wash and mince.

3’ / 4’

2’

At room temperature.

Not required.

Spinach

Plastic Baggies

Wash and cut up in small

pieces.

Plastic Baggies or

Containers

Vegetable for Soups

3’

6 / 7

Bla n ch in g

Tim e

St o ra g e

(m o n t h s)

Va rio u s Fo o d s

Pre p a ra t io n

Wra p p in g

Th a w in g t im e

At room temperature

and in the oven.

Bread

Plastic Baggies

About 10 minutes at

room temperature,

cook at 100/200°C.

Cakes

Plastic Baggies

At room temperature or

in refrigerator.

Cream

Butter

Plastic Containers

In original wrapping

or tinfoil

In refrigerator.

Boiled Food or

Vegetable Soup

Plastic or Glass

Containers

At room temperature or

in hot water.

3 / 6

Freeze without shells

in small containers

At room temperature or

in refrigerator.

Eggs

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ENERGY SAVING TIPS

- Keep an Eye on the Seals

- Install it w ell

Keep the seals clean and make sure that they adhere well to

the door. This alone will ensure that no cold air escapes.

And therefore far from heat sources, from direct sunlight, in

a well aired place and according to the distances indicated

in the section on "Installation/Aeration".

- No Hot Foods

- Just the right cold

Too cold a compartment increases energy consumption.

A hot pot or pan placed in the refrigerator immediately raises

the temperature several degrees. Let hot cookware and food

cool to ambient temperature before placing them in the re-

frigerator.

- Do not Overfill

To conserve food properly, the cold air must circulate freely

within the refrigerator. If it is overfilled, this will prevent proper

air circulation, forcing the compressor to work continuously.

- Close the Doors

Open your refrigerator as little as possible because each time

you do so you loose much of the cold air. To raise the tem-

perature to the proper level again, the motor must work for

a long time, consuming energy.

BUZZERS AND VISUAL WARNINGS

2. If the temperature inside the freezer continues to rise to

Door open alarm

excessively high values, the buzzer will sound yet again

and another scrolling text message will come up on the

display to signal the dangerous state of overheating. We

recommend you check the conditions of the food, as it

may be necessary to throw it away. The buzzer can be

turned off by simply pressing the RESET ALARM (C) button.

To return to normal operation and cancel the alarm

message from the display, press the RESET ALARM (C)

button again.

If the refrigerator door is left open for more than two

minutes, the internal light begins to flash; a buzzer sounds,

and the latter can be turned off by shutting (or by opening

and then shutting) the door or by pressing the RESET

ALARM (C) button.

Abnormal freezer heating alarm

1. To signal an excessive heating on the part of the freezer,

a buzzer will sound and a scrolling text message comes

up on the display to signal an excessive heating of the

compartment. To prevent food from refreezing, the freezer

will try to maintain a temperature of 0°C, thus allowing

you to use up the food within 24 hours. Cooked food

can be refrozen. You can turn the buzzer off simply by

pressing the RESET ALARM (C) button.

To return to normal operation and cancel the alarm

message from the display, press the RESET ALARM (C)

button again.

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CARING FOR YOUR APPLIANCE

Before performing any cleaning operations, unplug the

appliance from the mains electricity supply (keep ON/

OFF button “A” pressed dow n for more than tw o seconds,

u n t il OFF is d isp la ye d in b o t h frid g e a n d fre e ze r

compartments, then unplug the appliance). Should you

fail to follow this procedure, an alarm condition may

arise. WARNING: this alarm is not a sign of an anomaly. To

restore your appliance’s normal operating conditions, keep

ON/OFF button “A” pressed dow n for more than tw o

seconds to turn the appliance off and then turn it back on

and set the required temperatures.

Before cleaning your refrigerator, keep ON/OFF button

“A” pressed dow n for more than tw o seconds, until OFF

is displayed in both fridge and freezer compartments,

then unplug the appliance.

- Your appliance is manufactured with hygienic odourless

materials. To preserve these characteristics, always use sealed

containers for strong smelling foods to avoid the formation

of odours that are difficult to remove.

- Use only a water and bicarbonate solution: Clean the internal

and exterior of your appliance with a sponge soaked with a

warm water and sodium bicarbonate solution, which is also

a good disinfectant. If you do not have any sodium

bicarbonate at home, use neutral detergent.

- What not to use: Do not use abrasive detergents, bleach or

detergents containing ammonia. Never use solvent based

products.

- All the removable parts can be cleaned by soaking in hot

soapy water or detergent. Remember to dry thoroughly before

replacing them.

- What about the back panel? Dust may deposit on the back

panel and affect the proper running of the appliance. To

remove dust, vacuum away the dust very carefully using the

appropriate vacuum cleaner accessory.

- When the appliance is left unused for an extended amount of

time. If you decide to switch your appliance off during the summer

months, clean it on the inside and leave the doors open.

- Replacing the light bulb.

Cleaning and maintenance of the parts

HOLIDAY FUNCTION. Mould and bad odours forming

inside your unused fridge when you go on holiday need

no longer be a problem: just enable the Holiday

function (from the display). This w ay, w ith limited

e n e rg y co n su m p t io n , t h e t e m p e ra t u re o f t h e

refrigerator compartment is kept at around 12°C (you

can store your make-up and beauty products in it, for

example) and the freezer is operated at its minimum

setting, w hich is essential for food preservation.

When replacing the lamp, disconnect the appliance from

the mains, unscrew the burned out lamp and replace it with

another following the steps illustrated in figure 4. Make sure

that the wattage is not greater than 15W.

Fig. 6

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TROUBLESHOOTING

The display is completely sw itched off

The appliance makes too much noise.

Have you checked whether:

• The main switch for the electricity to the apartment or

home has been turned off;

The gas refrigerant produces a slight noise even when the

compressor is not running (this is not a defect).

• The plug is properly inserted in the outlet;

• The outlet is adequate; try inserting the plug into another

outlet in the room;

Have you checked whether:

• The refrigerator is level.

• The appliance was installed between cabinets or objects

that vibrate and make noise.

• Check the fuse in the plug.

The motor does not start

If after all the checks, the appliance still does not operate or

the problem persists, call Hotpoint Service (see KEY CON-

TACTS, back page) and inform them of: the type of prob-

lem, the abbreviation of the model name (Mod.) and the

relative numbers (S/N) written on the rating plate located at

the bottom left next to the vegetable crisper.

Have you checked whether:

· 8 minutes have passed since you switched the appliance

on?

This model is in fact provided with a motor protection

control system which means that it will only start

approximately 8 minutes after being switched on.

The display is faintly lit

Check that:

· Invert the plug in the outlet to see if this still happens.

Never call on unauthorized technicians and alw ays

refuse spare parts w hich are not originals.

The refrigerator and the freezer do not cool

properly.

Have you checked whether:

• The doors do not close well or the seals are faulty;

• The doors are left open too long;

• the temperature setting is too hot (or not the best);

• The refrigerator or freezer is overfilled.

The food inside the refrigerator is freezing

too much

Have you checked whether:

· the temperature setting is too low (or not the best);

• The food is in contact with the back wall - which is the

coldest part.

The motor runs constantly

Have you checked whether:

· the SUPER COOL and/or SUPER FREEZE and/or ICE PAR-

TY functions are enabled;• The doors are not closed well

or have remained open too long;

• The ambient temperature is too high;

• The thermostat knob is not on the proper setting.

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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.theser v ic e centre.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 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.theser v ic e centre.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.theser v ic e centre.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 w arranties and service repairs are all

available on our w eb-site at:

www.theser v ic e centre.co.uk

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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.theser v ic e centre.co.uk and where necessar y , w e w i ll a rrange for an eng i n eer to

call. If the technical problem is not resolved under this guarantee, w e w ill 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 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.

For pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint product call: 08701 50 60 70

or visit: www.hotpo i n t.co.uk

Recycling & 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

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.

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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.

Repair Service and Information Desk

UK: 08709 066 066

(Open 8 to 8 Mon - Fri, 8 to 6 Sat, 10 to 4 Sun & Bank Holidays)

www.theser v ic e centre.co.uk

Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200

Note: Our operators will require the following information:

Model number:

Serial number:

Extended Warranties

UK: 08709 088 088

(Open 8 to 8 Mon - Sun)

www.theser v ic e centre.co.uk

Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200

Genuine Parts and Accessories

UK: 08709 077 077

(Open 8-30 to 5-30 Mon - Fri & 9 to 12 Sat)

www.theser v ic e centre.co.uk

Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836

Merloni Elettrodonestici UK Ltd. Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB.

195.040.025.00

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