Operating Instructions REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER COMBINATION Contents GB English Installation, 2-3 Positioning and connection Reversible doors Description of the appliance, 4-5 Overall view Start-up and use, 6-7 Starting the appliance Setting the temperature Refrigerator cooling system Using the refrigerator to its full potential No-frost freezer cooling system Using the freezer to its full potential Maintenance and care, 8 FFP187BG FFP187BP Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance Avoiding moul
Installation GB ! 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 airflow under and behind the appliance.
WARNING: To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded plug into a socket anywhere else. Fitting a new plug IMPORTANT: WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE...
Description of the appliance GB Overall view The instructions contained in this manual are applicable to different model refrigerators. The diagrams may not directly represent the appliance purchased. For more complex features, consult the following pages.
1 2 SHELVES: with or without grill. Due to the special guides 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. GB WINE AREA: Use to store bottles of wine. The air circulates freely between the bottles guaranteeing rapid cooling.
Start-up and use GB Starting the appliance Using the refrigerator to its full potential ! Before starting the appliance, follow the installation instructions (see Installation). ! Before connecting the appliance, clean the compartments and accessories well with lukewarm water and bicarbonate. ! The appliance comes with a motor protection control system which starts the compressor approximately 8 minutes after switch on.
Using the freezer to its full potential GB Do not re-freeze food that is defrosting or that has already been defrosted. These foods must be cooked and eaten (within 24 hours). Fresh food that needs to be frozen must not come into contact with food that has already been frozen. Fresh food must be placed in the FREEZER and STORAGE compartment to guarantee rapid freezing.
Maintenance and care GB Switching the appliance off Defrosting the freezer compartment During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply: There in no need to defrost the freezer since the nofrost cooling system prevents the formation of frost and ice on the walls. 1. Set the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob on OFF 2. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.
Precautions and tips ! The appliance was designed and manufactured in compliance with international safety standards. The following warnings are provided for safety reasons and must be read carefully. 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.
Troubleshooting GB Malfunctions: Possible causes / Solutions: The internal light does not illuminate. The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket, or not far enough to make contact, or the fuse has blown, or there is no power in the house. The internal light flashes The refrigerator door has remained open for more than two minutes. This is not a fault but a warning to close the refrigerator door. The motor does not start.The motor does not start.
Guarantee GB 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.
195056192.01 11/2008 - Xerox Fabriano GB 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 1100 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast, reliable, local service. UK: 08709 066 066 Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413 www.hotpointservice.co.