Whirlpool FF200DP User manual Operating instructions

Operating Instructions

REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER COMBINATION

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English

FF200DP

FF200DX

Contents

Installation, 2-3

Positioning and connection

Reversible doors

Description of the appliance, 4-5

Control panel

Overall view

Start-up and use, 6-7-8-9-10

Starting the appliance

Navigating the display

Chiller system

Evwer Fresh

Using the refrigerator to its full potential

Using the freezer to its full potential

Maintenance and care, 11

Switching the appliance off

Cleaning the appliance

Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours

Replacing the light bulb

Precautions and tips, 12

General safety

Disposal

Respecting and conserving the environment

Troubleshooting, 13

Guarantee, 14

After Sales Service, 15

Installation

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! 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 rear fan grills. The compressor and condenser give off heat and require good ventilation to operate correctly and save energy.

3. Ensure the appliance is far away from any sources of heat (direct sunlight, electric stove, etc.).

Electrical connections

After transportation of the appliance, carefully place it vertically and wait at least 3 hours before connecting it to the electricity mains. Before inserting the plug into the electrical socket ensure the following:

• The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant with the law.

• The socket can withstand the maximum power of the appliance, which is indicated on the data plate located on the bottom left side of the fridge (e.g. 150

W).

• The voltage must be in the range between the values indicated on the data plate located on the bottom left side (e.g. 220-240V).

• The socket is compatible with the plug of the appliance.

If the socket is incompatible with the plug, ask an authorised technician to replace it (see Assistance).

Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.

! Once the appliance has been installed, the power supply cable and the electrical socket must be easily accessible.

! The cable must not be bent or compressed.

! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by authorised technicians only (see Assistance).

!

The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed.

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.

WARNING:

THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

Replacing fuse covers:

When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13amp ASTA approved fuse to BS 1362 should always be used and the fuse cover re-fitted.

If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until a replacement is obtained.

Replacement fuse covers:

If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking or the colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug.

Changing the plug:

Removing the plug

If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug and you should wish to remove it to add a longer cable or to re-route the mains cable through partitions, units etc. please ensure that either:

- The plug is replaced by a fused 13amp rewireable plug bearing the BSI mark of approval.

or

- The mains cable is wired directly into a

13amp cable outlet, controlled by a switch (in compliance with BS 5733) which is accessible without moving the appliance.

Disposing of the plug

Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket. The cable should be cut as close as possible to the moulded plug.

Remove the fuse.

WARNING:

To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded plug into a socket anywhere else.

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Fitting a new plug

IMPORTANT :

WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN

ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE...

Green and Yellow

Blue

Brown

- Earth

- Neutral

- Live

Reversible doors

If it is necessary to change the direction in which the doors open, please contact the Technical Assistance

Centre.

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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.

Connect Blue wire to terminal marked 'N' or coloured Black or Blue.

If a 13amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be fitted with a 13amp fuse. A 15amp plug must be protected by a 15amp fuse, either in the plug or adaptor or at the distribution board.

If you are in any doubt about the electrical supply to your machine, consult a qualified electrician before use.

CE Marking certifies that this appliance conforms to the following EEC directives :

Low Voltage Equipment - 73/23/EEC & 93/68 EEC

Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC

& 93/68/EEC

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Description of the appliance

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Control panel

ALARM RESET

REFRIGERATOR temperature adjustment

ON/OFF

STANDBY (display energy saving mode)

REFRIGERATOR display

ALARM

FREEZER display

FREEZER temperature adjustment

HOLIDAY

COOL CARE ZONE

I CARE

SUPER COOL

EVER FRESH

SUPER FREEZE

ON/OFF

The entire product (both the refrigerator and freezer compartments) may be switched on by pressing this button. The red LED indicates that the product is switched off, while the green LED shows that it is operating.

REFRIGERATOR - and + temperature adjustment

Used to modify the temperature setting of the refrigerator; confirmation corresponding to the selected temperature appears on the display.

REFRIGERATOR display

Shows the set temperature for the refrigerator compartment.

I-CARE

Controls the activation and deactivation of the I-CARE function (optimal operating temperature at minimal energy consumption). When this function is activated, the I-CARE

LED on the keypad lights up. Ten minutes after the most recent user interaction, the display enters its energy saving mode (see STANDBY function).

ALARM

An alarm situation has been detected in the product (see

Troubleshooting section).

STANDBY (display energy saving mode)

Used to activate the energy saving mode of the display: all

LEDs on the display switch off apart from the ON/OFF indicator. To exit the energy saving mode, simply press any button or open the refrigerator door.

ALARM RESET

Used to reset any product alarm statuses which have occurred (freezer temperature or refrigerator door open).

FREEZER - and + temperature adjustment

Used to modify the temperature setting of the freezer; confirmation corresponding to the selected temperature appears on the display.

FREEZER display

Shows the set temperature for the freezer compartment.

SUPER COOL

Activates or deactivates the SUPER COOL function (rapid cooling). The SUPER COOL LED on the keypad lights up and ‘SC’ appears on the refrigerator display.

SUPER FREEZE

Activates or deactivates the SUPER FREEZE function

(rapid freezing). The SUPER FREEZE LED on the keypad lights up and ‘SF’ appears on the freezer display.

HOLIDAY

Activates or deactivates the HOLIDAY function (the HOLIDAY

LED on the keypad lights up), while the temperature values

+12°C and -18°C appear on the displays respectively. Ten minutes after the most recent user interaction, the display enters its energy saving mode (see STANDBY function).

EVER FRESH

Activates or deactivates the Ever Fresh function. When the

LED is illuminated, the vacuum-packing system is operating; when the LED switches off the operation is complete and the container airtight. A red LED signals that a problem has been encountered.

COOL CARE ZONE

By pressing this button, it is possible to set any of the 4 operating modes relating to the Cool Care Zone: -8°C, -12°C,

-18°C. The operating modes are illustrated by the corresponding icons. If none of the three icons is lit, the Cool

Care Zone operates as a normal freezer compartment.

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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.

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LAMP

(see Maintenance)

SHELVES

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Removable lidded shelf with EGG TRAY

SHELVES

EVER FRESH

•

FRUIT and

VEGETABLE bin

COOL CARE ZONE and FREEZER compartment

ICE CARE ice tray

•

STORAGE compartment

BOTTLE shelf

Levelling FEET

• Varies by number and/or position.

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Start-up and use

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Starting the appliance

! After transportation of the appliance, carefully place it in an upright position and wait at least 3 hours before connecting it to the electricity mains, to make sure it operates as it should.

• Clean the inside of the refrigerator well using warm water and bicarbonate of soda before placing food inside it.

• The appliance comes with a motor protection control system which makes the compressor start approximately 8 minutes after being switched on. The compressor also starts each time the power supply is cut off whether voluntarily or involuntarily (blackout).

Freezer compartment

The first time the product is switched on, after you have selected the desired temperature, we recommend the

SUPER FREEZE function is activated in order to cool the compartment as quickly as possible. Food should only be placed in the compartment once the SUPER

FREEZE function has finished its cycle.

Refrigerator compartment

The first time the product is switched on, after you have selected the desired temperature, we recommend the

SUPER COOL function is activated in order to cool the compartment as quickly as possible. Food should only be placed in the compartment once the SUPER COOL function has finished its cycle.

Navigating the display

Setting the temperatures:

If the product is switched on, the refrigerator and freezer compartment displays will indicate the temperature values set at that moment. To change them, simply press the - and + buttons corresponding to the compartment for which you wish to change the set temperature. More specifically, each time the buttons are pressed, the temperature increases or decreases and the level of cold generated inside the compartment is adjusted accordingly. The temperature values that may be selected for the refrigerator compartment are +8°C, +7°C,

+6°C, +5°C, +4°C, +3°C and +2°C, while the values that may be set for the freezer are -18°C, -19°C, -20°C, -21°C,

-22°C, -24°C and -26°C.

When the “I CARE” function is active, the appliance automatically adjusts the temperatures according to the conditions inside and outside the refrigerator, in order to minimise the amount of energy consumed; the activation of this function is signalled by the I CARE LED on the keypad lighting up.

When the HOLIDAY function is active the temperature may not be adjusted, however the appliance adjusts itself automatically so that the optimal settings for the situation are used: +12°C for the refrigerator compartment and -18°C for the freezer compartment.

The activation of this function is indicated by the

HOLIDAY LED lighting up.

To activate and deactivate the functions, simply press the relevant button; the function status will be signalled by the corresponding LED on the keypad switching on or off.

Several of the functions (SUPER COOL, SUPER

FREEZE, I CARE) are incompatible with others

(HOLIDAY,...); remember that there is a pre-established order of priority which will help you to operate the product in the best possible way.

The temperature inside this compartment may be set using the COOL CARE ZONE button. The temperature values that may be selected are -8°C, -12°C, -18°C; these values are indicated by the icons on the display. If the COOL CARE ZONE operating mode has not been activated, the compartment operates as a normal freezer compartment.

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Chiller system

No Frost

The electronic cooling system No Frost is characterised by the presence of aeration cells on the upper walls of the refrigerator compartment.

The No Frost system, thanks to the presence of a number of aeration cells, enables the constant circulation of air inside the compartment, while the internal temperature of the refrigerator is kept even using the same compartment ventilation system.

The No Frost system circulates cold air continuously to collect humidity and prevent ice and frost formation. The system maintains an optimal humidity level in the compartment, preserving the original quality of the food, preventing the food from sticking together and making defrosting a thing of the past. Do not block the aeration cells by placing food or containers in direct contact with the refrigerating back panel. Close bottles and wrap food tightly.

Ever Fresh

Ever Fresh eliminates air from the containers that are supplied with the refrigerator. This ensures that food is preserved for longer periods of time while preserving its original appearance, taste and nutritional characteristics.

Food

In normal conditions

With

EVER

FRESH*

General cooked dish

Ready-made rice or pasta dish 2 days

Fresh fish

Fresh raw meat

2 days 10 days

10 days

2-3 days 4-5 days

3 days

Hard cheese

Raw vegetables

Fresh fruit

Dry biscuits

Pastries with cream/custard

Other desserts/pastries

9 days

15 days 60 days

5 days 21 days

10 days 21 days

180 days 365 days

2 days

5 days

10 days

20 days

* The above table is indicative and refers to food storage in the refrigerator at temperatures ranging between 3°C and 5°C. The length of time food lasts for will, however, depend on the initial freshness of the products, preparation and storage methods, and correct use of the

Ever Fresh function.

! The food’s tendency to spoil and use-by date must always be borne in mind when using the Ever Fresh food storage system. This method of storing food does not change any of the characteristics of the food.

! Use only the containers that come with the product to store food in the Ever Fresh system. Do not use any other type of container.

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Ever Fresh system

The Ever Fresh system is activated and deactivated by means of a button on the refrigerator shelf, an external button on the contro panel and a knob on the cover of each container.

Activating and deactivating Ever Fresh

1. Fill the container. Make sure that the food inside leaves room for the container to be closed properly.

2. Put the lid on the container.

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VACUUM

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3. Close the handles on either side of the container and turn the knob on the lid of the container all the way to the CLOSE position.

Then turn the knob anticlockwise to the VACUUM position

(see figure A).

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4. Press the button on the shelf and place the container in the central position (see figure B).

5. Lock the container into position by pulling the button on the shelf

(see figure C).

6. Activate the Ever Fresh function by pressing the relevant button on the control panel (the Ever Fresh indicator light will illuminate). It takes approximately 1 minute for the system to suck the air out of the containers. This stage is accompanied by a noise that is caused by the normal operation of the Ever Fresh function.

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7. Once the air suction phase has been completed, the

Ever Fresh LED switches off automatically.

8. Unlock the container from its position by pressing the button on the shelf.

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9. Take it out of the refrigerator and turn the knob clockwise to the

CLOSE position to avoid accidental opening (see figure A).

The absence of air inside the container is indicated by the valve at the bottom (see figure D).

10. To open the container, turn the knob anticlockwise to the

OPEN position (see figure A): this will allow air to enter the container and make it easy to open. The valve will move upwards as air enters the container (see figure

E).

! The lid of the container is provided with a circular valve. When the valve is low (figure D) there is no air inside the container. When the valve is high (figure E) air is present inside the container.

! If, after you have created a vacuum (instructions

1-9), the valve moves upward (see figure E) within three days, check the lid has been put on the container properly and/or that the container is intact. Check the storage status of the food before repeating the vacuum storage operation.

! If the system does not work as it should or if the pump remains in operation for greater amount of time than is normal, the Ever Fresh function is deactivated and the

Ever Fresh LED begins to flash. Malfunction is also signalled by an alarm buzzer.

To exit the alarm status and restore normal operation of the EVER FRESH function, after checking the status of the system and the position of the containers, press the corresponding button on the display to switch off the

Ever Fresh LED. It will now be possible to reactivate the function. The Ever Fresh function is deactivated when the refrigerator compartment is OFF.

Using Ever Fresh to its full potential

The following information is a guide on how to get the best from the Ever Fresh system and the food it stores.

Ever Fresh containers

• Do not clean the lids in a dishwasher.

• The maximum fill level marked on the container must be respected when storing liquids of any kind.

Vacuuming actual liquid from the container may damage the Ever Fresh pump.

• Repeated opening of the vacuumed containers may disturb the storage conditions of the food inside.

• Before using the system, make sure there is no visible damage on any part of the container.

• The container valve has a built-in security system. If, after you have created a vacuum, the valve moves upward within three days, check the lid has been put on the container properly and/or that the container is intact.

Check the storage status of the food before repeating the vacuum storage operation. See Activating and deactivating Ever Fresh.

• The containers were designed to come into direct contact with food.

• Do not use the containers for any type of cooking (in the microwave or oven, on an electric plate, over a flame, etc.).

• Do not put the containers in the freezer.

Vacuum storage

• Pre-packed foods stored using the vacuum system must still be consumed before the use-by date.

• Repeatedly storing these vacuum-packed foods does not change their natural tendency to spoil.

• Do not store defrosted foods using the vacuum system unless they have been cooked already.

• Stored food should be prepared while fresh (chopped, sliced, peeled, cooked) and should be in perfect condition.

• Perishable foods stored using the vacuum system must still be stored inside the refrigerator.

• Cooked foods must be left to cool before being stored using the vacuum system.

Using the refrigerator to its full potential

• Adjust the temperature using the display.

• Press the SUPER COOL button (rapid cooling) to lower the temperature quickly. For example, when you place a large number of new food items inside a fridge the internal temperature will rise slightly. The function quickly cools the groceries by temporarily reducing the temperature until it reaches the ideal level.

• Place only cold or lukewarm foods in the compartment, not hot foods (see Precautions and tips).

• Remember that cooked foods do not last longer than raw foods.

• Do not store liquids in open containers. They will increase humidity in the refrigerator and cause condensation to form.

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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.

Using the freezer to its full potential

• The Cool Care Zone is a special compartment inside the freezer which allows the user to select any of the 4 different operating modes in accordance with specific requirements and the type of food stored inside. The temperature values that may be selected are -8°C, -

12°C, -18°C; these values are indicated by the icons on the display. The Cool Care Zone is equipped with controls that may be operated independently from the other compartments inside the freezer; the Cool Care

Zone may also be deactivated using the display, so that it can then be used as a normal freezer compartment.

• Adjust the temperature using the display.

• The Cool Care Zone is a compartment that allows several types of food to be frozen at the most suitable temperature (fruit, ice cream and alcoholic drinks); the other two storage compartments (see overall view) are designed to store frozen foods under normal conditions.To freeze foods in safely and correctly, follow the instructions below.

For a small quantity (less than half of the maximum amount shown on the data plate):

- if the Cool Care Zone is activated, place the food in the two storage compartments, making sure that it does not come into contact with any food that has already been frozen; press the rapid-freezing SUPER

FREEZE button (the corresponding LED lights up) and close the door. The function deactivates automatically after 24 hours or when the inside of the compartment has reached the optimal temperature (the LED switches off).

- if the Cool Care Zone is not activated the first compartment may also be used: place the food inside and repeat the same steps as detailed above.

For a large quantity (more than half of the maximum amount shown on the data plate):

Deactivate the Cool Care Zone and empty it, hold down the SUPER FREEZE button for a few seconds until the corresponding LED begins to flash. After approximately 24 hours the freezer will have reached the optimal food freezing temperature. Once this time has elapsed the LED remains lit constantly: place the food inside the freezer and close the door. After 24 hours the food will have been frozen properly and the function will be deactivated automatically (the LED switches off); the food may now be moved into the two lower compartments (so that the Cool Care Zone can be used if necessary) or even left in the Cool

Care Zone compartment, which operates as a normal storage compartment when the function has not been activated.

• 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 defrosted.

• Do not place glass bottles which contain liquids, and which are corked or hermetically sealed in the freezer because they could break.

• The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen daily is indicated on the plate containing the technical properties located on the bottom left side of the refrigerator compartment

(for example: Kg/24h: 4).

• In order to obtain a greater amount of space in the freezer compartment, you may remove the bins

(except the lowest bin and the special COOL CARE

ZONE bin, which has an adjustable temperature) and place the food directly onto the evaporator plates.

! 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.

! to avoid blocking the air circulation inside the freezer compartment, it is advisable not to obstruct the ventilation holes with food or containers.

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ICE CARE tray

The fact that they are situated on the top part of the freezer drawers ensures greater cleanliness: the ice no longer comes into contact with the food placed inside the freezer compartment; furthermore, the dripping of the water during filling is avoided (a lid to cover up the hole after filling with water is also provided).

1. Pull out the tray by pushing it up.

Check that the tray is ompletely empty and fill it with water through the opening provided.

2. Take care not to exceed the level indicated (MAX

WATER LEVEL). Excess water prevents the ice cubes from dispensing (if this happens, wait for the ice to melt and empty the tray).

3. Turn the tray 90°: due to the connected compartments each mould fills with water (see diagram).

4. Close the opening with the lid provided and put the tray back, placing the top part in the corresponding housing and allowing it to drop in again.

5. When the ice has formed (minimum time approximately 8 hours) knock the tray against a hard surface and wet the outside so that the ice cubes come loose and take them out through the opening.

MAX

WATER LEVEL

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Maintenance and care

Switching the appliance off

During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply:

1. Press and hold the ON/OFF button for approximately two seconds, until everything on the display switches off apart from the red LED corresponding to the ON/

OFF button.

2. pull the plug out of the socket

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If this procedure is not followed, the alarm may sound.

This alarm does not indicate a malfunction. To restore normal operation, it is sufficient to hold the ON/OFF button down for more than two seconds. To disconnect the appliance, follow points 1 and 2.

Cleaning the appliance

• The external and internal parts, as well as the rubber seals may be cleaned using a sponge that has been soaked in lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda or neutral soap. Do not use solvents, abrasive products, bleach or ammonia.

• The removable accessories may be soaked in warm water and soap or dishwashing liquid. Rinse and dry them carefully.

• The back of the appliance may collect dust which can be removed by delicately using the hose of a vacuum cleaner set on medium power. The appliance must be switched off and the plug must be pulled out before cleaning the appliance.

Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours

• The appliance is manufactured with hygienic materials which are odour free. In order to maintain an odour free refrigerator and to prevent the formation of stains, food must always be covered or sealed properly.

• If you want to switch the appliance off for an extended period of time, clean the inside and leave the doors open.

Replacing the light bulb

To replace the light bulb in the refrigerator compartment, pull out the plug from the electrical socket. Follow the instructions below.

Access the light bulb by removing the cover as indicated in the diagram.

Replace it with a similar light bulb within the power range indicated on the cover (15W or 25W).

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Precautions and tips

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! 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..

General safety

• The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the home and is not intended for commercial or industrial use.

• The appliance must be used to store and freeze food products by adults only and according to the instructions in this manual.

• The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the appliance exposed to rain and storms.

• Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or moist hands and feet.

• Do not touch the internal cooling elements: this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.

• When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug from the mains socket, do not pull on the cable.

• Before cleaning and maintenance, always switch off the appliance and disconnect it from the electrical supply. It is not sufficient to set the temperature adjustment knobs on OFF (appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact.

• In the case of a malfunction, under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself.

Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or further malfunctioning of the appliance.

• Do not use any sharp or pointed utensils or electrical equipment - other than the type recommended by the manufacturer - inside the frozen food storage compartments.

• Do not put ice cubes taken directly from the freezer into your mouth.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• Keep packaging material out of the reach of children! It can become a choking or suffocation hazard.

Disposal

• Observe local environmental standards when disposing packaging material for recycling purposes.

• En base a la Norma europea 2002/96/CE de Residuos de aparatos Eléctricos y Electrónicos (RAEE), los electrodomésticos viejos no pueden ser arrojados en los contenedores municipales habituales; tienen que ser recogidos selectivamente para optimizar la recuperación y reciclado de los componentes y materiales que los constituyen, y reducir el impacto en la salud humana y el medioambiente. El símbolo del cubo de basura tachado se marca sobre todos los productos para recordar al consumidor la obligación de separarlos para la recogida selectiva.

El consumidor debe contactar con la autoridad local o con el vendedor para informarse en relación a la correcta eleminación de su electrodoméstico viejo.

Respecting and conserving the environment

• Install the appliance in a fresh and well-ventilated room. Ensure that it is protected from direct sunlight and do not place it near heat sources.

• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods or opening the door too frequently in order to conserve energy.

• Do not fill the appliance with too much food: cold air must circulate freely for food to be preserved properly. If circulation is impeded, the compressor will work continuously.

• Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator. The internal temperature will increase and force the compressor to work harder and will consume more energy.

• Defrost the appliance if ice forms (see Maintenance).

A thick layer of ice makes cold transference to food products more difficult and results in increased energy consumption.

• Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to ensure they are free of debris and to prevent cold air from escaping (see Maintenance).

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Troubleshooting

Malfunctions: Possible causes / Solutions:

The display is completely switched off.

• 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 motor does not start.

• The appliance comes with a motor protection control (see Start-up and use).

The display is on but it is dim.

• Pull out and reverse the plug before putting it back in the socket.

The alarm sounds, the ALARM icon flashes on the display, “d” appears on the refrigerator display and the refrigerator compartment light flashes.

• The refrigerator door has been open for more than two minutes.

Close the door of the refrigerator.

The alarm sounds, the ALARM icon flashes on the display and “A1” appears on the freezer display.

• The temperature inside the freezer is too high. The freezer will maintain a temperature of around 0°C so that the food will not refreeze, so that you can decide whether to eat it within 24 hours or refreeze it after it has been cooked. To silence the buzzer, press the ALARM RESET button or one of the freezer temperature adjustment buttons, or open and close the refrigerator door. To remove the “A1” message from the display and restore normal freezer operation, press one of the freezer temperature adjustment buttons twice or switch the product off and on again.

The alarm sounds, the ALARM icon flashes on the display and “A2” appears on the freezer display.

• The temperature of the freezer is dangerously high: the food inside must not be eaten. To silence the buzzer, press the ALARM RESET button or one of the freezer temperature adjustment buttons, or open and close the refrigerator door. To remove the “A2” message from the display and restore normal freezer operation, press one of the freezer temperature adjustment buttons twice or switch the product off and on again.

The refrigerator and the freezer do not cool well.

• The doors do not close properly or the seals are damaged.

• The doors are opened too frequently.

• The temperature that has been set is too high (see Start-up and use).

• The refrigerator or the freezer have been over-filled.

The food inside the refrigerator is beginning to freeze.

• The temperature that has been set is too low (see Start-up and use).

The motor runs continuously.

The PURE WIND fan does not rotate

• The SUPER FREEZE button has been pressed (rapid freezing): the yellow

SUPER FREEZE light is on or flashing (see Description).

• The door is not closed properly or is continuously opened.

• The outside ambient temperature is very high.

• The thickness of the frost exceeds 2-3 mm (see Maintenance).

• The PURE WIND system is only activated automatically when it becomes necessary to restore perfect operational conditions inside the refrigerator compartment.

The appliance makes a lot of noise.

Early ending of functions

A message appears on the display

(e.g. F01)

• The appliance has not been installed on a level surface (see Installation).

• The appliance has been installed between cabinets that vibrate and make noise.

• The internal refrigerant makes a slight noise even when the compressor is off. This is not a defect, it is normal.

• Electrical disturbance on the network or brief interruptions of the power supply

• The water discharge hole is blocked (see Maintenance).

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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 has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and maintenance instructions.

The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate.

The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only.

The appliance has not been altered, serviced, maintained, dismantled, or otherwise interfered with by any person not authorised by us.

Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent.

Any parts removed during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property.

The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland.

The guarantee does not cover:

Damage resulting from transportation, improper use, neglect or interference or as a result of improper installation.

Replacement of any consumable item or accessory . These include but are not limited to: plugs, cables, batteries, light bulbs, fluorescent tubes and starters, covers and filters.

Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic.

THIS GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL OR

NON-DOMESTIC PREMISES.

5 Year Parts Guarantee

Hotpoint also offers you a free 5 year parts guarantee. This additional guarantee is conditional on you registering your appliance with us and the parts being fitted by one of our authorised engineers. There will be a charge for our engineer's time. To activate the extra parts warranty on your appliance, simply call our registration line on 0870 6092094 (ROI 01 230 0800).

Extended Guarantees

We offer a selection of repair protection plans that enable you to fully cover yourself against the expense of repair bills for the life of your policy. To find the ideal plan for you please call our advice line on 08709

088 088 (ROI 01 230 0233).

Free Helpdesk Service

We have a dedicated team who can provide free advice and assistance with your appliance if you experience any technical difficulties within the first 90 days of ownership. Simply call our Hotpoint Service

Hotline on 08709 066 066 (ROI 0818 313 413) for telephone assistance, or, where necessary, to arrange for an engineer to call. If we cannot resolve the technical problem we will replace your machine or, if you prefer, give you your money back.

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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.uk

Please note: Our advisors will require the following information:

Model number:

Serial number:

Parts and Accessories

We supply a full range of genuine replacement parts as well as accessory products that protect and hygienically clean your appliance to keep it looking good and functioning efficiently throughout its life.

UK: 08709 077 077

Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413 www.hotpointservice.co.uk

Appliance Registration

We want to give you additional benefits of Hotpoint ownership. To activate your free 5 year parts guarantee you must register your appliance with us.

UK: 0870 6092094

Republic of Ireland: 01 230 0800 www.hotpointservice.co.uk

Indesit Company UK Ltd. Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB

Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate,Dublin 17

GB

Recycling & Disposal Information

As part of Hotpoint's continued commitment to helping the environment, Hotpoint reserves the right to use quality, recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage.

Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully. To minimise the risk of injury to children, remove the door, plug and cut the mains cable off flush with the appliance. Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket, and the door cannot be locked shut.

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