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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:

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

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

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The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only.

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

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

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

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

The guarantee does not cover:

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

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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.

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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 08448 24 24 24  (ROI 01 230 0233).

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 08448

226 226 (ROI 01 230 0233)

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 08448 224 224(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.

Summary of Contents for RF 175WP

Page 1: ...e 5 Starting the appliance Setting the temperature Using the refrigerator to its full potential Using the freezer to its full potential Maintenance and care 6 Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours Defrosting the appliance Replacing the light bulb Precautions and tips 7 General safety Disposal Respecting and conserving the environment Troubleshootin...

Page 2: ... 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 immediat...

Page 3: ...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 qualifi...

Page 4: ...s The diagrams may not directly represent the appliance purchased For more complex features consult the following pages Varies by number and or position Removable multipurpose SHELVES BOTTLE shelf TEMPERATURE CONTROL LAMP see Maintenance SHELVES FRUIT and VEGETABLE bin FREEZER and STORAGE compartment STORAGE compartment Levelling FEET ...

Page 5: ...f 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 Start up and use 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 an...

Page 6: ... edges to defrost the appliance as these may damage the refrigeration circuit beyond repair Defrosting the refrigerator compartment The refrigerator has an automatic defrosting function water is ducted to the back of the appliance by a special discharge outlet see diagram where the heat produced by the compressor causes it to evaporate It is necessary to clean the discharge hole regularly so that ...

Page 7: ...ack 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 disposin...

Page 8: ... is not in the correct position The refrigerator or the freezer have been over filled The atmospheric temperature of the area surrounding the appliance is lower than 14 C The TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob is not in the correct position The food is in contact with the back inside wall of the refrigerator The door is not closed properly or is continuously opened The outside ambient temperature is very...

Page 9: ...on 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...

Page 10: ...e UK 08448 225 225 ROI 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 08448 24 24 24 ROI 01 230 0233 www hotpointservice co uk Indesit Company UK Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate Du...

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