User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON HB8362

[. . . ] Align with the cover plate slots and push into position. USEFUL ADVICE STEP 5 Before plugging in and switching on, leave the fridge in its final location for at least 15 minutes to allow it to settle. STEP 6 CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Plug in and switch on. All food in the fridge should be covered. TROUBLESHOOTING STEP 7 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 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. 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 interior back wall of the fridge, 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 8 Useful Advice 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, such as butter, margarine and cheese. To replace, align grooves on either side of the rack above fixing supports and push down until secure. In order to get the best results from the bottle retainer it is advised that it be positioned centrally on the bottle rack. Egg Rack The egg rack can be used in conjunction with any commodity rack and is easily removed for cleaning. Note: Wipe, don't wash eggs. Advice on Adjusting Shelves Make the most of the interior storage space by repositioning shelves to suit the various heights of individual items you wish to store. Slide the shelf forward and tilt from position. USEFUL ADVICE Split Glass Shelf The split shelf can be used as a standard shelf but also as two half shelves. The front half can be repositioned above or below to enable storage of larger items. Dry the interior thoroughly with a clean cloth before replacing fittings and food. Note : It is important to ensure that cleaned shelves, racks and bins are thoroughly dried before refitting to the fridge compartment. 3. 4. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Exterior WARNING: Do not use abrasive powder, household cleaner or bleach they can damage the exterior of your fridge. Use a clean soft cloth wrung out in warm water and washing up liquid to wipe the exterior surface, dry thoroughly. Use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner to remove dust from underneath the fridge and from the compressor and condenser situated at the back of the fridge WARNING: Do not damage the pipework. Door Seal Use warm water and a clean soft cloth to wipe along and in between the creases of the door seal, dry thoroughly. 12 Maintenance Going Away If you are going away and don't want to use your fridge, switch off the electricity supply and pull out the mains plug. Remove food and follow the cleaning instructions on the previous page. Firstly put the door stop washer in position on the left hand hinge bracket and then screw in the hinge pin. 14 Replace the spacing washers onto the hinge pin. Door Reversal 14. Using a thin blunt instrument, remove the hinge bush cap from the top left of the door and refit on the top right. [. . . ] Check that foods and liquids are covered to avoid the build up of moisture inside. 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. [. . . ]