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TROUBLESHOOTING
SAFETY & CLEANING & SERVICE &
INSTALLATION CONTROLS USEFUL ADVICE MAINTENANCE GUARANTEE
FRIDGE FREEZER - MODELS RFA17, RFM17, RFA16, RFM16
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION & USE
To ensure that your fridge freezer runs reliably and efficiently follow these steps.
GETTING STARTED:
This appliance must not be installed in a location where the room temperature
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drops below 10 C, or exceeds 32 C, for prolonged periods.
STEP 2
STEP 1
Move the fridge freezer
Choose a location for your
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For Your Safety For your safety, read the following advice: The fridge freezer cooling system contains a small amount of gas which is environmentally friendly but flammable. To avoid any risk :- Install the fridge freezer following the installation instructions and ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear of obstruction. Take care when installing or moving the fridge freezer to avoid damaging the pipes on the rear. If you suspect a leak, do not switch on the fridge freezer, but open the
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SAFETY & INSTALLATION Installation Location & Air Circulation 100mm WARNING: This appliance must not be installed in a (4 inches) o location where the room temperature drops below 10 C, o or exceeds 32 C, for prolonged periods. This is because correct storage temperatures will not be maintained. Locate your fridge freezer away from sources of heat e.g. cookers, radiators, direct sunlight as extreme temperature will affect its performance. Allow a minimum 100mm (4 inches) between the top of the f
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Installation Levelling: Level the fridge freezer 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 doors aligned which helps the fridge freezer run reliably and efficiently. Note: Before plugging in and switching on, leave the fridge freezer standing in its final location for at least 15 minutes to allow it to settle. WARNING: Failure to level the appliance correctly may result in misalignmen
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SAFETY & INSTALLATION Installation Electrical Supply WARNING: This appliance must be earthed. The appliance 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 socke
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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 appliance, the room temperature and how often the doors are opened. The normal set point (marked by a 3 and N on the dial) is usually suitable. If you
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USEFUL ADVICE Useful Advice Note: Note: The Rating Plate, which lists the The photographs indicate the Fast appliance Model Number and Serial Freeze and storage areas (see tables). Number can be found near the bottom The fridge cabinet and door furniture of the freezer compartment on the will vary according to each model interior wall. specifications. A A A B A B B B C C D B D B Fast Freeze Fast Freeze 7
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Useful Advice Making the best use of your Fridge Freezer Note : Always use the handle provided to open the fridge / freezer door. To ensure that your fridge freezer 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 tightly covered to retain moisture and prevent flavour/odour transference. Plastic bags, aluminium foil, plastic stretch wrap and containers with lids are ideal. Selec
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USEFUL ADVICE Useful Advice Commodity and Bottle Racks Commodity racks can be repositioned in the door to suit your storage requirements. To remove, lift rack vertically to release from fixing supports. To replace, align grooves on either side of the rack above fixing supports and push down until secure. 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 do
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Useful Advice Salad Bins For the storage of fruit, vegetables and salad items. When storing vegetables, remove unusable leaves and soil. Leave lettuce, cabbage and cauliflower on the stem. It is advisable to clean the salad bin regularly, it can be removed by sliding it out from position. Note : Care must be taken to ensure that the salad bin is pushed in fully before shutting the fridge door. 10 USEFUL ADVICE
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USEFUL ADVICE Useful Advice STORAGE GUIDE RFA17, RFM17 RFA16, RFM16 Frozen Food Storage Capacity 35kg 30kg Maximum Freezing Capacity in 24 hours 5kg 4.5kg Maximum Conservation Time from Failure 18 hours 21 hours Storing Food in a Freezer Freeze and store either fresh food or long term commercially frozen foods. Generally speaking long term storage means up to 3 months but this can vary, so always follow your supplier’s recommendations otherwise refer to the pictorial guide on the door lin
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Useful Advice Advice on Using Freezer Drawers The freezer compartments can be used with or without the drawers. However, the bottom drawer needs to remain in position at all times (to maintain the correct storage temperature). The storage drawers can be easily removed. Pull the drawer towards you until it reaches it’s stop position. Hold securely on both sides, lift the front of the drawer to release and remove. For cleaning advice see CLEANING & MAINTENANCE section. It is generally more conveni
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Defrosting Defrosting Fridge compartment No manual defrosting required The fridge compartment will defrost automatically. During defrost periods water droplets form on the interior back wall of your Fridge and refreeze afterwards. WARNING: Ensure that stored food does not come into contact with the interior back wall of your Fridge. Also ensure the defrost gutter drain hole is kept clear see ‘Cleaning’ in the CLEANING & MAINTENANCE section. Freezer compartment Regular us
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Cleaning Cleaning WARNING: Switch off electrical supply and pull out mains plug before cleaning. Interior Note : We recommend you use a straw to keep the defrost gutter drain hole clear of any blockage. DO NOT use sharp metal tools which could cause damage beyond repair. WARNING: Do not use abrasive powder, household cleaner, bleach or wax polish to clean the interior, they will leave a smell in the fridge freezer. 1. Remove stored food, wrap or cover it and place into insulated containers to
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Maintenance Going Away If you are going away and don’t want to use your fridge freezer, switch off electricity supply and pull out the mains plug. Remove food and follow the cleaning instructions on the previous page. Note : Leave the doors ajar to prevent an accumulation of odours. Changing the Light Bulb WARNING: Switch off electricity supply and pull out the mains plug Obtain a replacement SES 15 watt bulb from the Hotpoint Genuine Parts and Accessories Mail Order Hotl
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Door Reversal Door Reversal 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. WARNING: Switch off electrical supply and pull out the mains plug. Remove all door furniture and all loose items/fittings from inside the fridge freezer. If you have previously set up and used the fridge freezer and since decided to reverse the doors, you must
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Door Reversal Door Reversal continued... 11. Unscrew the foot and hinge bracket fitted to the bottom right hand side of the appliance. Unscrew the foot and footplate fitted to the left hand side of the appliance. 12. Refit the hinge bracket and footplate to the opposite sides of the appliance. Screw in the feet until there is approximately 35mm projecting from the bottom front edge of the appliance. Note : You may require assistance to do this: 13. Lift the appliance f
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Troubleshooting IS THE FRIDGE FREEZER WORKING AS The front of the cabinet feels warm YOU WANT? You may notice the cabinet front is sometimes warm, this is normal and part Have you read through the instruction of the refrigerant circulating system book ? designed to help prevent condensation If you still have a problem, before calling on the door seal. our service organisation see if any of the tips below help. The freezer door is difficult to open A well sealed freezer door can be difficult The
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TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Ice builds up rapidly inside the fridge 1. Check that nothing is stopping the OPERATING SOUNDS OF A FRIDGE door from closing properly. FREEZER 2. Check that foods and liquids are These are the normal types of sound that covered to avoid the build up of your fridge freezer will make: moisture inside. 3. If your kitchen becomes exceptionally The fridge freezer motor (compressor) warm, your fridge may not defrost makes a buzzing or humming sound regularly. Automatic
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Hotpoint 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.hotpointservice.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, give you your mon
