Operating Instructions REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER COMBINATION Contents GB English GB Installation, 2-4 Positioning and connection Door reversal Description of the appliance, 5 Overall view Start-up and use, 6-7 Starting the appliance Using the refrigerator to its full potential Using the freezer to its full potential Maintenance and care, 8 RFA52 xx NRFAA50 x NRFAA50 x AFAA 52 x AI Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours Replacing the light bulb Precaution
Installation GB ! Before placing your new appliance into operation please read these operating instructions carefully. They contain important information for safe use, for installation and for care of the appliance. 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. ! Please keep these operating instructions for future reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the appliance.
Fitting a new plug GB IMPORTANT: WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE... Green and Yellow - Earth Blue Neutral Brown - Live 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 or coloured Green and Yellow. - Connect Brown wire to terminal marked ‘L’ or coloured red or brown.
GB DOOR REVERSAL Warning: Before attempting to remove the doors, 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 doors 1. Lay down the appliance on its back. 2.
Description of the appliance Overall view TEMPERATURE REGULATING Knob SHELVES* GB Removable lidded shelf with EGG TRAY and BUTTER DISH* Removable multipurpose SHELVES• Compartment for a 2 LITRE BOTTLE FRUIT and VEGETABLE bin BOTTLE shelf FREEZER and STORAGE compartment ICE tray* STORAGE compartment Levelling FOOT There is only one adjustable foot. * Varies by number and/or position. * Available only on certain models.
Start-up and use GB Starting the appliance ! 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. 1. Insert the plug into the socket and ensure that the internal light illuminates. 2. Turn the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to an average value. After a few hours you will be able to put food in the refrigerator.
! Do not open the door during freezing. ! If there is a power cut or malfunction, do not open the freezer door. This will help maintain the temperature inside the freezer, ensuring that foods are conserved for at least 9 -14 hours. ! If the room temperature drops below 14°C for an extended period of time, the ideal temperature will not be reached in the freezer compartment and food preservation will be reduced.
Maintenance and care GB Switching the appliance off During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply: It is not sufficient to set the temperature adjustment knobs on (appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact. Cleaning the appliance • We recommend you clean your fridge with our Professional Fridge cleaner.To order please call us on 08448 225 225 or visit www.hotpointservice.co.
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 If the appliance does not work, before calling for Assistance (see Assistance), check for a solution from the following list. 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 there is no power in the house. The refrigerator and the freezer do not cool well. • • • • The food inside the refrigerator is • beginning to freeze.
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.
195042931.17 08/2014 After Sales Service GB 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.