User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON HB8350

[. . . ] Align with the cover plate slots and push into position. STEP 6 Before plugging in and switching on, leave the fridge in its final location for at least 15 minutes to allow it to settle. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING STEP 7 Plug in and switch on. All food in the fridge should be covered. STEP 8 Your fridge is now working. If after 24 hours your fridge is not operating as you want, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING section. SERVICE & GUARANTEE 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. For Your Safety For your safety, read the following advice: The fridge cooling system contains a small amount of gas which is environmentally friendly but flammable. To avoid any risk :q q SAFETY & INSTALLATION q q q Install the fridge following the installation instructions and ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear of obstruction. [. . . ] q Wrap cheese in greaseproof paper and place in an airtight container or polythene bag. q Empty left over canned food into a covered storage containers before placing in the fridge. q Position food to allow cold air to circulate freely, ensuring nothing comes into contact with the back of the fridge compartment, or covers the defrost gutter drain hole below this. q Use the different storage zones inside your fridge compartment to store a wide variety of food items. USEFUL ADVICE (Models RLM80 and RLS80 only): 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 hygienically clean during use. Microban® will not wash out or wear out and will provide continuous protection against bacteria for the life of your fridge. Microban® technology has been proven safe, durable and effective over many years of use in personal care and household consumer products. In addition, Hotpoint operate a rigorous antibacterial testing programme through approved independent testing laboratories. Note : You should continue to clean your fridge as recommended (see CLEANING & MAINTENANCE section). Microban® provides an extra level of hygiene protection in your fridge in between cleanings. 9 Useful Advice Commodity and Bottle Racks Commodity racks can be repositioned in the door to suit your storage requirements. Remove food and follow the cleaning instructions on the previous page. Note : Leave the door ajar to prevent an accumulation of odours. Changing the Light Bulb WARNING: 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. Plug in and switch on electrical supply. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE 14 Door Reversal Door Reversal You will need a cross head screwdriver, a flat blade screwdriver and a 5mm spanner to carry out this procedure. Our Service Department can arrange for an Engineer to do the conversion for you but a charge will be made. Remove all door furniture and all loose items/fittings from inside the fridge. If you have previously set up and used the fridge and since decided to reverse the doors, you must remove stored food, wrap or cover it and place into insulated containers to keep cool whilst carrying out this operation. Note : You may require assistance to do this: Support the door and using a screwdriver, remove the screw securing the top hinge. Lower the top hinge and carefully tilt the door to remove the hinge from the cabinet. Unscrew the fixing screwdriver or a 5mm screw to remove the spanner, to unscrew right hand hinge cover and remove the plate. Take the plastic cap from the left hand cover plate and use it to fill the hole on the right hand cover plate. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE 10. Unscrew the fixing screw to remove the left hand hinge cover plate. [. . . ] If your kitchen becomes exceptionally warm your fridge may not defrost regularly. Automatic defrosting will return to normal operation when the kitchen temperature cools. If there is still a problem contact Hotpoint Service (See KEY CONTACTS, back page, for contact details). OPERATING SOUNDS OF A FRIDGE These are the normal types of sound that your fridge will make: The fridge motor (compressor) makes a buzzing or humming sound when it is running. Gases flowing through the pipes can produce gurgling, bubbling, roaring or humming noises. [. . . ]