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* Please take time to read this booklet 

before installing and switching on this 
appliance. The manufacturer assumes 
no responsibility for incorrect 
installation and usage.

* If this appliance is to replace an old              

refrigerator with a lock, break or remove 
the lock as a safety measure to avoid the 
danger of children playing with the 
refrigerator and locking them inside.

* Old refrigerators and freezers contain 

insulation gases and refrigerant that must 
be disposed of properly. Please ensure that 
none of the tubing at the back of the 
appliance gets damaged.

* Do not twist and bend the mains lead and 

keep it away from hot surfaces.

* Do not let children play with the appliance.

* Do not sit or stand on the appliance.

* Do not use sharp metal objects for 

removing any ice build up in the freezer 
compartment, as this could cause damage 
to the refrigeration system.

* Do not put the plug into the power supply 

with wet hands.

* Do not store carbonated (fizzy) drinks or 

medicines in the freezer compartment.

* Do not eat iced lollipops or other such 

things direct from the freezer 
compartment as this could cause low 
temperature skin burns, always leave 
for a few minutes before eating.

* Do not touch the surfaces inside the 

freezer compartment with wet hands as 
this could cause low temperature skin 
burns.

Safety advice

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Summary of Contents for RLB20

Page 1: ...User Instructions for Models RLB20 RSB20 RZB20 ...

Page 2: ... not fit your socket WARNING To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded plug into a socket anywhere else IMPORTANT WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE Green and yellow Earth wire to terminal marked E symbol or coloured green and yellow Blue Neutral wire to terminal marked N or coloured black Cord clamp 13A ASTA approved fuse to BS1362 Brown Live wire...

Page 3: ...dvice 4 Installation 5 Get to know your Appliance 6 7 The controls 8 Storing food 9 Other functions 10 Care Cleaning 10 12 Door reversal 13 Troubleshooting 14 After sales service 15 Guarantee 16 Disposal of your old product 17 Key contacts rear cover ...

Page 4: ...maged Do not twist and bend the mains lead and keep it away from hot surfaces Do not let children play with the appliance Do not sit or stand on the appliance Do not use sharp metal objects for removing any ice build up in the freezer compartment as this could cause damage to the refrigeration system Do not put the plug into the power supply with wet hands Do not store carbonated fizzy drinks or m...

Page 5: ...run and could be damaged by the heat Ensure that you provide adequate air circulation around the appliance Behind there should be at least 200cm2 Allow a minimum 30mm between the top of the appliance and the underside of the work top 25mm either side and 25mm from the base of appliance to the floor Placing the appliance Place it on a solid base Use the adjustable feet to level the appliance Check ...

Page 6: ... Levelling feet 5 Bottle rack 6 Commodity racks 7 Egg holder 8 Dairy rack 9 Dairy rack cover 10 Lamp switch 11 Thermostat box 12 Freezer compartment 13 Water tray 14 Table top Only in model RSB20 12 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 14 Model RSB20 Model RLB20 ...

Page 7: ...to know your Appliance 7 1 Levelling feet 2 Controls 3 Table top 4 Fast freeze compartment 5 Frozen food storage baskets 6 Defrost channel 7 Ice compartment shelf 1 7 3 2 4 6 5 Model RZB20 Normal setting 2 ...

Page 8: ...y when you first switch on the appliance you should try to run it without any food in for 24 hours and not open the door If you do need to use it straight away try not to put to much food inside Running in the compressor Your appliance is operated by a compressor which maintains the appliance internal tem perature For the first few months the com pressor has to work a little harder and may result ...

Page 9: ...ctorial guide on the door liner see below Place frozen food in the freezer compartment as soon as possible after buying it Liquid filled bottles or sealed fizzy drinks must not be stored in freezer as they may burst Lollipops and water ices should not be given to children directly from the freezer The low temperature may cause freezer burns on their lips Store ice cream towards the top front of th...

Page 10: ...ered A closed Colder fridge setting Indicator pointer visible B open Disconnect the appliance from the power supply Do not pour water over the appliance The internal compartments should be cleaned periodically using a solution of bicarbonate of soda and warm water Clean the accessories separately with soapy water Do not put in a dishwasher Do not use abrasive products detergents or soaps After was...

Page 11: ... relatively short period of time Before defrosting pull out the water tray plug 1 on the water tray 2 and place a bowl 3 underneath the tray hole to collect the water Ensure you use a bowl large enough to contain the water To defrost the fridge turn the thermostat control knob to the O OFF position or you may switch off the appliance at the mains socket and pull the plug out To accelerate the proc...

Page 12: ... switch off the appliance at the mains socket and pull the plug out 2 Pull out the bottom drawer of the freezer and open the water drain cover A which is at the back of the drawer FIGURE 1 3 Pull out the drain plug B placed under the freezer compartment FIGURE2 4 Place the water drain cover A beneath the drain plug B FIGURE 3 5 Take out the water collected in the drawer To accelerate the defrostin...

Page 13: ... making sure that the door is aligned to the cabinet 3 Use the fixing screws to secure the bottom hinge to the cabinet 4 Replace the adjustable feet allowing 25mm from the bottom of the cabinet to the base of the foot 5 Carefully stand the appliance upright in its required location and make sure it is sitting level on the floor Open and close the door checking that the gasket makes a good seal wit...

Page 14: ...as the door been opened frequently or left open for a long period of time The door is not closed properly does not seal properly clean the gasket if it is contaminated or replace it if it is damaged Check there is adequate air circulation Water is leaking from the refrigerator Check that the defrost water outlet is not blocked Check that stored food or packaging is not in contact with the cooling ...

Page 15: ... of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen Hotpoint offer two Service Cover Plans to give you complete peace of mind They enable you to extend your first 12 months labour guarantee by either 1 or 4 years so that you can have FREE repairs during the membership period Service Cover FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the period of cover At an additional cost Service Cover with M...

Page 16: ... adjacent units when carrying out repairs service work but in locations where the Engineer advises you that it will be impossible to move appliances without risk of damage they will only proceed with your approval that no liability is accepted Guarantee Terms Conditions Your Guarantee is only applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to provision s that your appliance ...

Page 17: ...ting REMOVE THE LOCK Professional disposal is required for refrigerants in refrigeration appliances and gasses contained in the insulation Ensure that refrigeration tubing and coils are not damaged or punctured prior to their proper disposal Disposal of your old product WARNING AVOID ACCIDENTS TO CHILDREN WHEN DISCARDING AN OLD FRIDGE OR FREEZER BE CERTAIN TO MAKE THE LOCK UNUSABLE IF POSSIBLE REM...

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Page 20: ...appliance Clear and concise details of the query or fault Place and Date of purchase Please keep the receipt as evidence will be required when the engineer calls Extended Warranty To join UK 08709 088 088 Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Genuine Parts Accessories Mail Order Hotline UK 08709 077 077 Republic of Ireland 01 842 6836 For further product information 08701 50 60 70 All Hotpoint Services...

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