User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON HB8591

[. . . ] Align with the cover plate slots and push into position. USEFUL ADVICE STEP 5 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 6 CLEANING & MAINTENANCE Plug in and switch on. The high temperature light will stay on until the fridge freezer has cooled down. All food in the fridge freezer should be covered. TROUBLESHOOTING STEP 7 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 8 Your fridge freezer is now working. [. . . ] 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. 13 Useful Advice Storing Food in a Freezer q Freeze and store either fresh food or long term commercially frozen foods. q Generally speaking long term storage means up to 3 months but this can vary, so always follow your supplier's recommendations otherwise refer to the pictorial guide on the door liner (as shown). q Place frozen food in the freezer compartment as soon as possible after buying it. q Liquid-filled bottles or sealed fizzy drinks must not be stored in freezer, as they may burst. q Lollipops and water ices should not be given to children directly from the freezer the low temperature may cause `freezer burns'. Remove stored food, wrap or cover it and place into insulated containers to keep cool/frozen whilst cleaning. Wash in warm water and washing up liquid using a soft cloth, dry thoroughly. DO NOT use any cleaning agents on the wine rack, just wipe with a soft cloth. Wipe interiors and fittings with a clean cloth wrung out in a solution of either one teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to one pint of water or MiltonTM sterilising fluid, diluted according to the manufacturer's instructions. 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. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE 1. 4. Exterior WARNING: Do not use abrasive powder, household cleaner or bleach, they can damage the exterior of your fridge freezer. 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 freezer and from the compressor and condenser situated at the back of the fridge freezer. Door Seals Use warm water and a clean soft cloth to wipe along and in between the creases of the door seals, dry thoroughly. 17 Maintenance Going Away If you are going away and don't want to use your fridge freezer, switch off electricity supply and pull out the mains plug. [. . . ] If power failure lasts longer than the maximum conservation time, see USEFUL ADVICE, frozen food will have started to defrost. The food defrost alert light will be lit when mains power is restored. This warning light indicates that stored food has started to defrost and should either be cooked and eaten within 24 hours, cooked and refrozen or thrown away. 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 your fridge freezer will make: The fridge freezer motor (compressor) makes a buzzing or humming sound when it is running. [. . . ]