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TROUBLESHOOTING
SAFETY & CLEANING & SERVICE &
INSTALLATION CONTROLS USEFUL ADVICE MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE
LARDER FRIDGE - MODELS RLA34,RLA36,RLM34,RLM36
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION & USE
To ensure that your fridge runs reliably and efficiently follow these steps.
GETTING STARTED:
STEP 1 STEP 2
Choose a location for your
Move the fridge into
fridge, away from any
position, using the sides
heat sources and
of the cabinet. Take care
allow adequate
to avoid damaging the
ventilation - 30mm
refrige
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For Your Safety For your safety, read the following advice: The fridge cooling system contains a small amount of gas which is environmentally friendly but flammable. To avoid any risk :- Install the fridge following the installation instructions and ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear of obstruction. Take care when installing or moving the fridge to avoid damaging the pipes on the rear. If you suspect a leak, do not switch on the fridge, but open the windows and doors to ven
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SAFETY & INSTALLATION Installation Location & Air Circulation 1 30mm (1 /4 inch) Locate your fridge away from sources of heat e.g. cookers, radiators, direct sunlight as extreme temperature will affect its performance. 1 Allow a minimum 30mm (1 /4 inch) between the top of the fridge and the underside of the worktop. Providing you follow the recommended ventilation requirements you will :- Prolong the life of the fridge. Minimise the risk of condensation on the outside of the fridge. Minimi
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Installation Levelling: Level the fridge when it is in its final location by adjusting the front feet, until firm contact is made with the floor. This will stop rocking or vibration and keep the door aligned which helps the fridge run reliably and efficiently. Before plugging in and switching on, leave the fridge standing in its final location for at least 15 minutes to allow it to settle. Fitting a Fridge under a Work Top To minimise running costs Hotpoint recommend fitting a vent to the rear
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SAFETY & INSTALLATION Installation Electrical Supply WARNING: This appliance must be earthed. The fridge must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation. Fuses Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, only use those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362. Changing the Plug Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket. WARNING: To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded plug into a socket a
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Controls Controlling the Temperature of the Fridge Compartment The control wheel on the front of the worktop adjusts the internal fridge compartment temperature. The internal temperature should be 5˚C or colder although some sections, such as the salad bin, will be slightly warmer. The setting of the control wheel will depend on the location of the fridge, the room temperature and how often the door is opened. The normal set point (marked by a 3 and N on the dial) is usually suitable. If you nee
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USEFUL ADVICE Useful Advice A A B B C D B Note: The Rating Plate, which lists the appliance Model Number and Serial Number can be found near the bottom of the left hand internal wall. STORAGE ZONES Zone Type Food Storage A Cool Dairy products, Cheese, butter, margarine, Low fat spreads, cooking fats / lards Preserves - Jam, curd, marmalade, spread, salad dressing or sauces. B Colder General food storage C Coldest Meat fish & poultry Pre-cooked / chilled food D Salad Vegetables, fruit and salad
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Useful Advice Making the best use of your Fridge Note : Always use the handle provided to open the fridge door. To ensure that your fridge operates as efficiently as possible : Follow food packaging “best before/use by” instructions or your suppliers advice on a suitable maximum storage time. Keep foods covered to retain moisture and prevent flavour/odour transference. Plastic bags, aluminium foil, plastic stretch wrap and containers with lids are ideal. Avoid opening the doors unnecessa
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USEFUL ADVICE Useful Advice Advice on Adjusting Shelves Make the most of the interior storage space by repositioning shelves to suit the various heights of individual items you wish to store. To remove, ensure that the door is open fully. Slide the shelf forward and tilt from position. Split glass shelf The split shelf can be used as a standard shelf but also as two half shelves. The front half can be repositioned above or below to enable storage of larger items. Note : Only the front half of t
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Defrosting and Cleaning No manual defrosting required The fridge compartment will defrost automatically. During defrost periods water droplets form on the interior back wall of your Larder Fridge and refreeze afterwards. Note : if your kitchen becomes exceptionally warm, your Larder Fridge may not defrost regularly. WARNING: Ensure the defrost drain hole is kept clear and that stored food does not come into contact with the interior back wall of your Larder Fridge. Cleaning WARNING: Switch off e
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Defrosting and Cleaning Going Away If you are going away and don’t want to use your fridge, switch off the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug. Remove food and follow the cleaning instructions on the previous page. Note : Leave the door ajar to prevent an accumulation of odours. Changing the Light Bulb WARNING: Switch off at socket outlet and pull out the mains plug Obtain a replacement SES 15W bulb from the Hotpoint Genuine Parts and Accessories Mail Order Hotline
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Maintenance You will need a selection of small hand tools, screwdrivers, spanners etc. to carry out this procedure. Our Service Department can arrange for an Engineer to do the conversion for you but a charge will be made. Door Reversal WARNING: Switch off electrical supply and pull out the mains plug. Remove loose items/fittings from inside the fridge and place food into insulated containers whilst carrying out this operation. 1. Open the door as wide as possible. Note : You may require assist
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TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting IS THE FRIDGE WORKING AS YOU The interior light doesn’t work WANT? WARNING: Switch off the socket outlet and pull out the mains plug. Have you read through the instruction 1. Check bulb is screwed in correctly. If book ? still not working then see ‘Changing If you still have a problem, before calling the Light Bulb’ in the CLEANING & our service organisation see if any of the MAINTENANCE section. tips below help. Ice builds up rapidly inside the fridge The app
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Guarantee 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer’s guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase. This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you. This guarantee is subject to the following conditions: - The appliance h
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SERVICE & GUARANTEE After Sales Service No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us - the manufacturer. Essential Contact Information Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1000 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast, reliable, local service. UK: 08448 24 24 24 Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413 www.hotpointservice.co.uk Please note: Ou
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