HOTPOINT/ARISTON HAC18 T532 Fridge/freezer combination Daily Reference Guide

Quick guide

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Before using the appliance carefully read the Safety

Instruction.

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FIRST TIME USE

Wait at least two hours, after the installation, before connecting the appliance to the power supply. Connect the appliance to the power supply it starts the operation automatically. The ideal storage temperatures for the food are preset in the factory.

After turning the appliance on, you must wait for 4-6 hours for the correct storage temperature to be reached for a normally filled appliance. Position the antibacterial anti-odour filter in the fan as demonstrated in the filter packaging (if available). If the audible signal sounds, it means that the temperature alarm has intervened: press the button to switch off the acoustic alarms.

CONTROL PANEL

1. 2.

14.

3.

13.

4. 5.

REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE

It is possible to set a different temperature with the button (14).

Recommended setting: +4°C

FAST COOL

Press the button (14) for 3 seconds to quickly cool the refrigerator compartment. When the function is turned on the icon (2) lights up.

The function automatically turns off after 6 hours, or manually by pressing the button (14) again for 3 seconds.

12.

6. 7.

11.

8.

10.

9.

1. Refrigerator temperature digits

2. Fast Cool indicator

3. Precision control indicator

4. Freezer temp digits

5. Fast Freezer indicator

6. Door open indicator

7. Black out indicator

8. Party mode indicator

9. Vacation mode indicator

10. Mode button

11. Stop alarm button

12. Freezer Temperature / fast freeze (3sec) button

13. Ozonizer / Stand-By (3sec) Button

14. REfrigerator temperature / Fast Cooling

(3sec) Button

FAST FREEZE

This function is recommended for freezing fresh food. Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible, for the best possible preservation and for keeping its nutritional value. Press the Fast Freeze button (12) for 3 seconds when you need to freeze fresh food; the Fast

Freeze indicator (5) will lights up.

We recommend you to press the Fast Freeze button 24 hours before putting the food in, in order to prepare the freezer compartment for the best possible freezing conditions. We recommend you use the bottom.

Note: avoid a direct contact between the fresh food and the food that is already frozen. To optimise the freezing speed, drawers can be removed and the food can be placed directly on the bottom of the compartment.

ON/STAND-BY

Press the button (13) for 3 seconds to turn the appliance in stand-by.

In Stand-by mode the light in the refrigerator compartment does not turn on. Press the button again briefly to reactivate the appliance.

FREEZER COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE

It is possible to set a different temperature with the button (12).

Recommended setting: -18°C

TEMPERATURE DISPLAY

The display shows the refrigerator compartment temperature between

2°C and 8° C (See Control Panel, Refrigerator temperature digits 1) and the temperature of the freezer compartment between -16°C and -24°C

(See Control Panel, Freezer temperature digits 4).

To avoid food waste, please refer to the recommended setting and storage times found in the online user manual.

TURNING OFF THE SOUND ALARM

To turn off the sound alarm, briefly press the button (11).

"ACTIVE OXYGEN" FUNCTION

To activate the Active Oxygen function, press the button (13) on the control panel.

Through the emission of a small quantity of ozone, this function enables a reduction in the proliferation of bacteria and microorganisms inside the refrigerator and limits bad odours.

When the function is activated, led O

3

will lit up.

To deactivate the function, simply press the button (13) on the control panel.

MODE BUTTON

Allows to select among 2 or more available options. Once

MODE is pressed, the first option is selected.

Further pressure of MODE scrolls among the different options.

Loop of scrolling is:

Pressure 1: The 1 th option is shown (Party mode); Mode Button Lights

Up

Pressure 2: The 2 nd option shown (Vacation mode); Mode Button Lights

Up

Pressure 3: Options Off (if any option has been selected); Mode Button

Light Off

Vacation Mode : You can use this function in the event of a prolonged absence from home. The display will show the temperature of the refrigerator compartment (+12°C) and the Vacation mode icon will light up. After activating this function, remove the food from the refrigerator compartment and keep both doors closed - the refrigerator will maintain a suitable temperature to prevent odours from forming. The freezer, however, remains at the temperature originally set. A deep clean (of both refrigeration and freezer compartment) is recommended before activating this function in order to prevent the spread of bacteria.

Party Mode : Use this function to chill drinks inside the freezer

* Available only on certain models

compartment.

Important: do not leave the bottle inside the freezer compartment longer than the function is active (30 minutes). An acoustic signal will advice the end of the function.

Press the ALARM button or the MODE button to turn off the alarm.

ACTIVE FREEZE

This is an advanced technology that reduces temperature fluctuations in the whole freezer compartment. Freezer burns are reduced and food preserves its original quality and color.

HOW TO STORE FRESH FOOD AND BEVERAGES

This function is automatically engaged when the temperature is between

-22°C and -24°C. If the function is engaged and the user modify the freezer temperature out of the working range, the function is automatically switched off. This feature can be disable by pressing Stop

Alarm and Freezer Compartment button together for 3 seconds.

Legend

MINOR COOL ZONE

Suggested for the storage of tropical fruit, cans, drinks, eggs, sauces, pickles, butter, jam

COOL ZONE

Suggested for the storage of cheese, milk, daily food, delicatessen, yogurt

COOLEST AREA

Suggested for storage of cold cuts, desserts, meat and fish.

FRUIT & VEGETABLE DRAWER

FREEZER DRAWERS

FREEZING ZONE DRAWER

(Max cool zone)

Suggested to freeze fresh/cooked food

The load limits are determined by the particular construction (baskets, containers, flaps, drawers, shelves, etc.), or the load limits are determined by natural load limits.

REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

Multi Fresh Zone

3 temperature selection to optimally preserve: Meat/Fish; Dairy; Fruit/

Veggies, offering also extra storage space for your fresh greens.

Settings:

LOW = Meat and Fish

MID = Dairy Food (Cheese and Yogurt)

HIGH = Fruits and vegetables

For the correct functioning of the “Multi Fresh zone” drawer, it is necessary that:

• the appliance is turned on

• one of the following special functions is not selected: Standby,

Cooling-Off, Vacation (in this case, remove the food contained in it).

Multiflow Air Distribution

The multiflow helps to distribute evenly the cold air in the cavity for a better food preservation. Food can be placed on any shelf of the appliance. Please pay attention to not obstruct the air distribution vents thus ensuring its free movement.

* Available only on certain models

Light system (depending on model)

This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class G

This product contains a light source of energy efficiency class G

This product contains 2/4 lateral light sources of energy efficiency class A and a top light source of energy class G

This product contains a top light source of energy efficiency class G

FREEZER COMPARTMENT

Total No Frost system

The Total No Frost system effectively prevents ice formation, avoiding the hassle of manual defrosting both in freezer and fridge cavity.

Its ventilation system provides perfect circulation of cold air in both cavities thus avoiding ice builds up.

Ice cubes*

Fill 2/3 of the ice tray with water and put it back in the freezer compartment.

Do not use sharp or pointed objects to remove the ice under any circumstances.

The quantity of fresh food that can be frozen in 12 and 24 hours is written on the rating plate.

Easy access tray*

Freezer tray is useful to easily access frequently used products, freeze or simply store leftovers or small items.

Humidity control*

Turn the knob to the left if you are storing vegetables ( for which a more humid environment is recommended), rotate the knob to the right if you are storing fruit ( for which a less humid environment is recommended), turn the knob to the middle if you are storing a mixture of fruit and vegetables.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The drawers, baskets and shelves should be kept in their current position unless otherwise specified in this quick guide.

The light system inside the refrigerator compartment uses LED lights, allowing for better lighting than with traditional light bulbs, as well as for very low energy consumption.

DISPOSAL

Doors and lids of the refrigeration appliance should be removed before disposal in the landfill, to avoid children or animals getting trapped inside.

REMOVING THE DRAWERS

Pull the drawers outwards as far as they will go, lift them up and remove them. To get more volume, the freezer compartment can be used without the drawers.

Make sure that the door is closed properly after putting the food back on the grilles/shelves.

** Independently tested by IMSL (Industrial Microbiological Services Ltd,

UK) using ISO 22196

TROUBLESHOOTING

What to do if...

Possible reasons Solutions

The control panel is switched off, the appliance does not work.

The appliance could be in On/Standby mode.

There may be an appliance power supply problem.

Activate the appliance with the On/Standby button.

Make sure:

• there is not a power outage

• the plug is properly inserted in the power socket and the mains double-pole switch (if present) is in the correct position (i.e. allows the appliance to be powered)

• the household electrical system protection devices are efficient

• the power cable is not broken.

Contact the Authorized service center.

The inside light does not work.

The light may need replacing.

The temperature inside the compartments is not low enough.

The appliance could be in On/Standby mode.

There could be various causes (see

“Cures”).

Activate the appliance with the On/Standby button.

Make sure:

• the doors close properly

• the appliance is not installed near a heat source

• the set temperature is adequate

• the circulation of air through the vents at the bottom of the appliance is not obstructed.

No cure is necessary.

The front edge of the appliance, at the door striker seal, is hot.

This is not a defect. It prevents condensation from forming.

The icon 6 ligths up, flashes and an acoustic signal sounds.

Door open alarm

It is activated when a door remains open for a long period of time.

Close the doors of the product to deactivate the acoustic signal.

The icon 7 ligths up, flashes and an acoustic signal sounds and freezer temperature display flashes the temperature reached.

The “Stop Alarm” button

ligths up, the freezer temperatture display flashes, and an acoustic signal sounds.

The letters “F” and "E" flashes on the display.

Black Out alarm

It is activated in case of a prolonged power outage causing an increase in the freezer compartment temperature.

Note: A different product temperature cannot be set until the Black Out alarm is deactivated.

Freezer compartment temperature alarm

The freezer compartment temperature alarm indicates that the compartment temperature is not optimum. This may happen: with first use, after defrosting and/or cleaning, if large amounts of food are placed inside the freezer or when the freezer door has not been closed properly.

Malfunction alarm

The alarm indicates a fault in a technical component.

Before deactivating the acoustic signal, it is advisable to pay attention to the temperature shown on the Freezer temperature display, corresponding to the highest temperature reached in the freezer compartment during the black out. Press the “Stop Alarm” button briefly to deactivate the acoustic signal. After pressing the button, the temperature display shows the set temperatures again. If the freezer compartment has not yet reached the optimum food preservation temperature, the freezer compartment temperature alarm could be activated (see freezer compartment temperature alarm). Check the food before consuming it.

Press the “Stop Alarm” button briefly to deactivate the acoustic signal:

The freezer temperature display stops flashing. The “Stop Alarm” button goes off automatically when optimum temperature conditions are reached. If the freezer compartment temperature alarm stays on, contact the Authorised Service Centre.

Call the authorised Service Centre.

* Available only on certain models

Policies, standard documentation and additional product information can be found by:

• Visiting our website docs . hotpoint . eu

• Using QR Code

• Alternatively, contact our After-sales Service (See phone number in the warranty booklet). When contacting our After-sales Service, please state the codes provided on your product's identification plate.

The model information can be retrieved using the QR-Code indicated on the energy label. The label also includes the model identifier that can be used to consult the https://eprel.ec.europa.eu database portal.

400011494983