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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.

GETTING STARTED:

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

SAFET

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INST

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C

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USEFUL AD

VICE

CLEANING &

MAINTENANCE

SER

VICE  &

GU
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TR
OUBLESHOO

TING

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.

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

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

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.

Plug in and switch on.

Allow the fridge freezer to

cool before placing food

inside.

All food in the fridge

freezer  should be

covered.

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

STEP 5

STEP 6

Keep this Book in a safe place for quick reference.

NB. The spanner is for illustration

only and is not supplied with the

fridge freezer.

FRIDGE FREEZER - MODELS RFA07, RFM07, RFA06, RFM06

INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION & USE

This appliance must not be installed in a location where the room temperature

drops below 10

o

C, or exceeds 32

o

C, for prolonged periods.

Содержание RFA06

Страница 1: ... at least 15 minutes to allow it to settle Your fridge freezer is now working If after 24 hours your fridge freezer is not operating as you want refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING section 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 Plug in and switch on Allow the fridge freezer to cool before placing food ...

Страница 2: ...or electrical devices inside the fridge freezer for instance for manual defrosting 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 of this fridge freezer as they may damage the f...

Страница 3: ...zer Minimise the risk of condensation on the outside of the fridge freezer Minimise the running costs Minimise 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 t...

Страница 4: ...e fridge freezer standing in its final location for at least 15 minutes to allow it to settle 4 SAFETY INSTALLATION Defrost Tube A tube is supplied to help feed defrost water into a collecting vessel ie a bowl see Defrosting in the CLEANING MAINTENANCE section For safe keeping until required the tube can be stored in the floor of the freezer compartment Floor of the freezer compartment Defrost tub...

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: ...n the dial is usually suitable If you need to adjust the temperature turn the control wheel Clockwise higher number Colder Anti clockwise lower number Warmer Controlling the Temperature of the Freezer Compartment With a suitable fridge compartment temperature the freezer compartment will automatically be maintained at the correct temperature below 18 C You can check the temperature of the fridge f...

Страница 7: ...be found near the bottom of the freezer compartment 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 model specifications USEFUL ADVICE D C B B B A A Fast Freeze D C B B B A A Fast Freeze ...

Страница 8: ...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 to room temperat...

Страница 9: ...y 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 such as butter margarine and cheese To remove lift rack vertically to release from fixing supports To replace align grooves on either side of the rack above fixing supports and push down until secure In order to get the best re...

Страница 10: ...le leaves and soil Leave lettuce cabbage and cauliflower on the stem It is advisable to clean the salad bin regularly it can be removed by sliding it out from position Note Care must be taken to ensure that the salad bin is pushed in fully before shutting the fridge door Useful Advice 10 USEFUL ADVICE ...

Страница 11: ...efore 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 frozen the frozen food could start to defrost Once thawed food should be cooked and eaten within 24 hours or cooked and refrozen Fully defrost your freezer when the ice is between 3 5mm thick 1 4 inch see CLEANING MAINTE...

Страница 12: ...sing the frozen food storage drawers ensure that they are pushed back fully before closing the door Food can be separated into different storage drawers for easy identification When lifting or removing 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 l...

Страница 13: ...ur freezer Fully defrosting your freezer WARNING Switch off electrical supply and pull out the mains plug 1 Remove frozen food wrap or cover it and place into insulated containers to keep frozen whilst the freezer defrosts 2 Remove the storage drawers 3 Insert the supplied defrost tube into the groove situated in the floor at the front of the freezer Place a container beneath the tube to collect t...

Страница 14: ... 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 15: ...NG Switch off electricity supply and pull out the mains plug Obtain a replacement SES 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...

Страница 16: ...curing 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 which way up the pin is fitted 6 Lift t...

Страница 17: ...up with the cabinet 23 Adjust the front feet see Levelling SAFETY INSTALLATION section WARNING Failure to level the appliance correctly may result in misalignment of the cabinet and or doors 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 Door Reversal 17 Door Reversal continued 11 Unscrew the foot and h...

Страница 18: ...ee INSTALLATION section Location 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 The freezer door is difficult to open A well sealed freezer door can be difficult to open This is partly due to the difference in temperature between the room and ...

Страница 19: ...e WARNING Do not open the freezer compartment door If power failure lasts longer than the maximum conservation time see USEFUL ADVICE section food should either be cooked and eaten within 24 hours or cooked and refrozen If there is still a problem contact Hotpoint Service See KEY CONTACTS back page for contact details OPERATING SOUNDS OF A FRIDGE FREEZER These are the normal types of sound that yo...

Страница 20: ...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 21: ...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...

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Страница 24: ...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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