Instructions for Installation and Use Refrigerator Model RSA 21 RSAAV21P
CONTENTS Product Safety Installation Electrical Connection Get to Know your Appliance Getting your Appliance ready for use How to use the Refrigerator Compartment Freezing Food Energy Saving Tips Food Storage Caring for your Appliance Troubleshooting Door reversal After Sales Service Hotpoint Guarantee Key Contacts 3 3 4 5 6 6-7 7 8 9-10 11 12 13 14 15 Back Cover Retention of this Instruction Book This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the safe and prope
PRODUCT SAFETY ATTENTION 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) and 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 elimination of radio interference (EC directive 87/308 - 02.06.89). cause burns. 8.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 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. Fitting a new plug IMPORTANT: WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE... WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
GET TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE A B Temperature control E Compartment for a 2 litre bottle This regulate the temperature inside the appliance automatically. To adjust the temperature control, use a coin to turn the knob.
GETTING YOUR APPLIANCE READY FOR USE NOTICE After the appliance has been delivered, leave it to stand in its upright position for approximately 3 hours, before plugging it into the mains and switching on, to ensure proper performance. Before placing food in the refrigerator clean the interior well with warm water and baking soda. Thermostat setting The thermostat setting will depend on the location of the appliance, room temperature and how often the door is opened.
- The air circulates naturally, with the colder air falling because it is heavier. This is the reason why meat and cheeses should be placed above the vegetable crisper. - Please follow our instructions carefully on maximum storage time: any food, even the freshest, will not remain edible for any extended amount of time. - Contrary to popular belief, cooked foods do not store any longer than raw food.
ENERGY SAVING TIPS - Close the Doors - Install the Appliance Properly In other words, away from sources of heat and direct sunlight, in a well ventilated room. - Correct Temperature Settings Set the temperature control to one of the middle settings. Very cold temperature settings will not only consume a great deal of energy but will neither improve nor lengthen the storage life of the food. Excessively cold temperatures may ruin vegetables and cheese.
FOOD STORAGE Meat and Fish Tenderising (days) Storage (months) Tinfoil 2/3 9 / 10 Not required. Lamb Tinfoil 1/2 6 Not required. Pork Roast Tinfoil 1 6 Not required. Veal Roast Tinfoil 1 8 Not required. Veal/Pork Chops Each piece w rapped in cling film and then in tinfoil (4 to 6 slices) 6 Not required. Veal/Lamb Cutlets Each piece w rapped in cling film and then in tinfoil (4 to 6 slices) 6 Not required. M inced M eat In aluminium containers covered w ith cling film.
FOOD STORAGE Fruits and Vegetables Food Preparat ion Apples and Pears Peel and cut into slices. Apricots, Peaches, Cherries and Plum s Peel and pit. Straw berries Blackberries and Raspberries Blanching Tim e W rapping St orage (m ont hs) Thaw ing Tim e 2' In Containers (cover w ith syrup) 12 In refrigerator very slow ly. 1' / 2' In Containers (cover w ith syrup) 12 In refrigerator very slow ly. Rinse and dry. In Containers (cover w ith sugar) 10 / 12 In refrigerator very slow ly.
CARING FOR YOUR APPLIANCE Before doing any cleaning, disconnect the appliance from the electricity (by pulling out the plug or turning off the general switch in your home). Defrosting WARNING: do not damage the refrigeration circuit. Do not use mechanical devices or instruments other than those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up the defrosting process.
TROUBLESHOOTING Nothing works. Check that: • The mains switch in your home is on. • There has not been a power cut. • The plug is properly inserted in the socket and is switched on. • The socket is working; try another appliance in the socket to check. • The fuse in the plug is ok - if not replace it, (see ELECTRICAL CONNECTION). The refrigerator and the freezer do not cool properly.
DOOR REVERSAL Warning: Before attempting to remove the door, switch off the electrical supply and pull out the mains plug. It is recommended that you remove any loose items/fittings from inside the appliance and place food into insulated containers whilst carrying out this operation. You may require assistance to carefully lay the appliance onto its back onto suitable protective materials (i.e. original packaging). Remove the door 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Lay down the appliance on its back.
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.
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.
PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24
