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FRIDGE FREEZER - MODELS FFA81, FFM81, FFA71, FFM71, FFA61 & FFM61

INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION & USE

GETTING STARTED:

To ensure that your fridge freezer runs reliably and efficiently follow these steps.

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Read the rest of these instructions to get the best from your appliance 

and remember to fill in your guarantee registration.

Keep this Book in a safe place for quick reference.

Choose a location for your

fridge freezer, away from

any heat sources and

allow adequate

ventilation - 100mm 

(4 inch) gap above.

Level the fridge freezer by

adjusting the front feet.

This will stop rocking or

vibration and keep the

door aligned.

Plug in and switch on.

Allow the fridge freezer

to cool before placing

food inside.

The high temperature

light will stay on until the

fridge freezer has cooled

down.

All food in the fridge

freezer  should be

covered.

Move the fridge freezer
into position, using the
sides of the cabinet.
Take care to avoid
damaging the refrigerant
circuit pipe work on the
rear.

If you are freezing fresh
food, turn on fast freeze
by pressing the switch 24
hours before placing the
food inside.
Place the fresh food
inside.

Remember to turn fast freeze off
after 24 hours, however if you
forget to do so it will automatically
cancel after 48 hours.

STEP 1

STEP 2

Before plugging in and
switching on, leave the
fridge freezer in its final 
location for at least 15
minutes to allow it to 
settle.

STEP 4

STEP 3

STEP 5

STEP 6

Your fridge freezer is now
working.
If after 24 hours your
fridge freezer is not
operating as you want,
refer to the
Troubleshooting section.

STEP 7

NB. The spanner is for illustration

only and is not supplied with the

fridge freezer.

Содержание FFA61 Instructions for and use

Страница 1: ...ore placing food inside The high temperature light will stay on until the fridge freezer has cooled down All food in the fridge freezer should be covered Move the fridge freezer into position using the sides of the cabinet Take care to avoid damaging the refrigerant circuit pipe work on the rear If you are freezing fresh food turn on fast freeze by pressing the switch 24 hours before placing the f...

Страница 2: ... for defrosting Do not use any mechanical devices for defrosting other than any which may have been supplied with the freezer as they may cause damage Only use this fridge freezer for storing domestic foodstuffs When installing your fridge freezer Ensure that the mains cable is not trapped underneath or behind the fridge freezer when you install or move it Do not stack any other appliance on top o...

Страница 3: ...mise operating sounds caused by vibration 3 Minimum space required to open door The fridge freezer needs a space of 600mm 24 inches in front to allow the door to open When positioning the fridge freezer next to a unit a gap of 30mm 11 4 inch can be left at the hinge side of the door to allow the easy removal of furniture If preferred the fridge freezer can be positioned so that a gap is not left T...

Страница 4: ...e freezer run reliably and efficiently Note Before plugging in and switching on leave the fridge freezer standing in its final location for at least 15 minutes to allow it to settle 4 SAFETY INSTALLATION Bottle Retainer not applicable to all models To fit the bottle rack retainer Locate the retainer groove at one end of the bottle rack and then gradually press down along the top edge until the ret...

Страница 5: ...ANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE Green Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live If you change the plug the colour of wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the colour of the markings identifying terminals in the plug You should therefore wire it as shown above Changing the Mains Lead This appliance is fitted with a special mains lead If you need to replace the mains lead due to damage one can be ...

Страница 6: ...der Hotline see KEY CONTACTS back page WARNING Do not use a mercury filled thermometer as breakage would cause a health hazard Your fridge freezer must NOT be placed in a room where the temperature goes below 6 C or above 38 C for prolonged periods as the internal fridge temperature will not be maintained CONTROLS The right hand control wheel on the front panel adjusts the internal freezer compart...

Страница 7: ...reezer compartment temperature the red high temperature warning light will come on as soon as the mains power returns It will go out as soon as the compartment returns to its normal storage temperature Avoid opening compartment doors during a power cut the freezer insulation will continue to protect your food However if the power cut continues there is a risk of your frozen food beginning to defro...

Страница 8: ...ossible Maximum freezing capacity 24 hours FFA71 FFM71 12kg FFA81 FFM81 FFA61 FFM61 8kg Note Don t forget to turn fast freeze off after 24 hours from the introduction of fresh food to be frozen However fast freeze will turn off automatically after 48 hours if you do forget Pre Freeze chart when selecting Fast Freeze Load for freezing Pre freeze time Load position 8 to 12kg max 24 hours In the bott...

Страница 9: ...lose the door 3 Press the holiday button and the amber holiday indicator light will show that holiday mode is set To reset to normal operation 1 Press the holiday button OR open the fridge door The amber holiday indicator light will go out to show holiday mode is cancelled 2 The fridge compartment will return to the temperature set on the fridge temperature control wheel Note Opening the door or p...

Страница 10: ...partment on the interior wall Note The photographs indicate the Fast Freeze and storage areas see tables The fridge cabinet and door furniture will vary according to each models specifications D C B B B A A Fast Freeze Models FFA71 FFM71 D C B B B A A Fast Freeze Models FFA61 FFM61 USEFUL ADVICE D C B B B A A Fast Freeze Model FFA81 FFM81 ...

Страница 11: ...ts containers of food are dry before freezing otherwise they may freeze together Storing Food in a Fridge Pack and store cooked and fresh food separately Wrap raw or defrosting meat and poultry in polythene or foil and store below cooked foods and dairy products to avoid contamination of dripping food juices Wrap cheese in greaseproof paper and place in an airtight container or polythene bag Bring...

Страница 12: ...n fully Slide the shelf forward and tilt from position Egg Rack not applicable to all models The egg rack can be used in conjunction with any commodity rack and is easily removed for cleaning Note Wipe don t wash eggs Commodity and Bottle Racks Commodity racks can be repositioned in the door to suit your storage requirements The lidded commodity rack is recommended for the storage of dairy items s...

Страница 13: ... wine rack forward and tilt from position Note DO NOT remove a fully loaded wine rack just remove bottles as necessary Microban is a unique antibacterial technology which is built into interior components of your fridge during manufacture Microban protects against growth of potentially harmful and odour causing bacteria on the interior fridge surfaces thereby keeping your fridge fresher and more h...

Страница 14: ...ildren directly from the freezer the low temperature may cause freezer burns Store ice cream towards the top front of the freezer and remove from freezer 15 30 minutes before serving Ensure food is labelled and dated before placing in freezer When freezing fresh food follow the instructions for using fast freeze see CONTROLS section Do not allow fresh food to come into contact with food already fr...

Страница 15: ... the large deep drawer it is important to hold the side handles and not the front handle WARNING The freezer drawers can become heavy when fully loaded with food Care must be taken if attempting to lift or carry a full freezer drawer It is recommended to remove the required food rather than the whole freezer drawer Note It is important not to touch or move any of the freezer drawers parts with wet...

Страница 16: ... defrost gutter drain hole is kept clear see Cleaning in the CLEANING MAINTENANCE section Freezer compartment Frost Free How Frost Free works The frost free system completely eliminates the need for defrosting A fan circulates air around the freezer This helps to remove moisture from the compartment therefore preventing the build up of ice It is normal to hear the fan when the freezer is cooling A...

Страница 17: ... soda to one pint of water or Milton sterilising fluid diluted according to the manufacturer s instructions 4 Dry interior compartments thoroughly with a clean cloth before replacing fittings and food Note It is important to ensure that cleaned shelves racks drawers and bins are thoroughly dried before refitting into the fridge freezer compartments Exterior WARNING Do not use abrasive powder house...

Страница 18: ...15 watt bulb from the Hotpoint Genuine Parts and Accessories Mail Order Hotline see KEY CONTACTS back page and fit as follows 1 Remove any shelves from directly below the interior light to make access easier 2 Squeeze the side of the lamp guard lightly to unclip Remove and retain 3 Remove old bulb and fit new one 4 Refit lamp guard 5 Plug in and switch on electrical supply Maintenance 18 Models FF...

Страница 19: ...g a screwdriver remove the screw securing the top hinge 3 Lower the top hinge and carefully tilt the door to remove the top hinge from the cabinet Lift the door off the centre hinge 4 Remove the top hinge from the door Remove Lower Door Note You may require assistance to do this 5 Open the lower door and while supporting the door remove the spacing washers and pin from the centre bracket Note whic...

Страница 20: ...entre hinge pin and adjust the doors so that they line up with the cabinet 21 Adjust the front feet see Levelling SAFETY INSTALLATION section Note Let the appliance stand upright in it s final location for at least 15 minutes before plugging in and switching on the electricity supply 11 Unscrew the foot and hinge bracket fitted to the bottom right hand side of the appliance Unscrew the foot and fo...

Страница 21: ...ormal and the light will go out when the correct temperature has been reached 2 Has the fridge freezer been loaded with a large quantity of food If so the light will go out when the correct temperature has been reached 3 Have the doors been closed properly I have had a power cut but the red food defrost alert warning light hasn t come on Models FFA81 FFM81 FFA71 FFM71 only The food defrost alert o...

Страница 22: ...kitchen becomes exceptionally warm your fridge may not defrost regularly Automatic defrosting will return to normal operation when the kitchen temperature cools The front of the cabinet feels warm You may notice the cabinet front is sometimes warm this is normal and part of the refrigerant circulating system designed to help prevent condensation on the door seal There has been a power failure WARN...

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Страница 26: ...appliance Has been installed and used correctly in accordance with this instruction booklet Has been used solely for domestic purposes and is located on domestic premises ie not for commercial or trade use Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the appliance rating plate Has not been subject to misuse accident modified or repaired by anyone other than one ...

Страница 27: ...1100 of our own fully trained engineers All repairs include a parts and labour guarantee for 12 months from the date of the repair If you require any information or have any questions about your appliance our operators are on hand with help and advice All this ensures that you will receive the best available after sales service possible Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 www hotpointservice co u...

Страница 28: ...riday 8am to 7 30pm Saturday 8 30am to 5 30pm Sunday 9 30am to 3 30pm www hotpointservice co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 302 200 Note Our operators will require the following information Model number Serial number See USEFUL ADVICE SECTION for rating plate position Extended Warranties UK 08709 088 088 Monday to Sunday 8am to 8pm www hotpointservice co uk Republic of Ireland 1850 502 200 Genuine Pa...

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