Hotpoint Ariston E3D AA S C, Operating Instructions Manual

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Varies by number and/or position, available only on certain models.
FRUIT
and
VEGETABLE
bin
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The salad crispers fitted inside the fridge have been specially
designed for the purpose of keeping fruit and vegetables fresh and
crisp. Open the humidity regulator (position
B
) if you want to store
food in a less humid environment like fruit, or close it (position
A
) to
store food in a more humid environment like vegetable.
A
B
A
B
TEMPERATURE
Indicator light
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: to identify the coldest area in the
refrigerator.
1. Check that OK appears clearly on the indicator light (
see diagram ).
2. If the word “OK” does not appear it means that the temperature is
too high: set a lower temperature and wait approximately 10 hours
until the temperature has been stabilised.
3. Check the indicator light again: if necessary, readjust it following
the initial process. If large quantities of food have been added or if
the refrigerator door has been opened frequently, it is normal for
the indicator not to show OK. Wait at least 10 hours before adjusting
the REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob to a higher setting.
Using the freezer to its full potential
• Use the FREEZER OPERATION button to adjust the temperature
(see Description).
• 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).
• To freeze (if the freezer is already operating): press the rapid
freezing SUPER FREEZE button (corresponding blue indicator
light illuminates), insert the food and close the door. The function is
disabled automatically after 24 hours or when optimal temperatures
have been reached (indicator light goes out)
!
Do not store food too large in the upper freezer drawer if is present
the ‘Ice Device”.
!
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.
Easy Ice
*
The double tub was designed to optimise space in the freezer
compartment and to ensure that ice is always readily available. The
trays can be stacked or filled and used separately.
Furthermore, the special fastening system makes Easy Ice an
extremely flexible solution, as it can be positioned in the right or left
part of the top drawers.
Food Care Zone
*
Area dedicated to the storage of fresh food, such as meat and
fish. Thanks to the low temperature inside the compartment, the
Food Care Zone extends the period of time for which the food
can be stored, keeping it fresh for up to a week.
Food Care Zone 0°C / Safe Defrost* :
A compartment designed to keep delicate food such as meat
and fish fresh. The low temperature in the compartment (-2 / +3°
C) makes it possible to store the food for up to one week - tests
performed on meat products - without changing its nutrients,
appearance and flavour.
The compartment is also very suitable for healthy food
defrosting, as low-temperature defrosting prevents any
proliferation of microorganisms, while protecting its taste and
organoleptic properties.
It is not suitable for fruit, vegetables and green salad. But it can
be used for fresh or very fresh dairy products and milk, stuffed
fresh pasta and even cooked food or leftovers.
Maintenance and care
Switching the appliance off
During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to disconnect the
appliance from the electricity supply:
1
. press the FREEZER OPERATION Button and SUPER FREEZE
Button for 3 seconds to switch off the product
2.
pull the plug out of the socket
! If this procedure is not followed, the alarm may sound. This alarm
does not indicate a malfunction. To restore normal operation insert the
plug into the socket, press the FREEZER OPERATION and SUPER
FREEZE button and set the FREEZER OPERATION button on the
desired value.To disconnect the appliance, follow point 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.