User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON HBBM10

[. . . ] Installation and User Instructions for your Integrated Fridge Freezer Models BM10/21 This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the safe and proper use of the appliance. If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else, or move house and leave it behind, make sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety warnings. Retention of the Instruction Book IMPORTANT INFORMATION: q Do not plug in and switch appliance on at the mains until installation is complete. q You may be charged for a service call if a problem with your appliance is caused by incorrect installation or misuse. Electrical Supply WARNING: This appliance must be earthed. Fuses Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, only those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362 should be used. [. . . ] If the loaded amount is too large, the quality of freezing is reduced, which affects the quality of frozen foods. q Don't put liquid filled bottles or sealed cans containing fizzy drinks into the freezer as they may burst. q Don't try to keep food which has thawed, it should be eaten within 24 hours, or cooked and refrozen. q Don't give children lollipops and water ices directly from the freezer, the low temperature may cause `freezer burns' on their lips. FREEZING PROCEDURE - Switch on the integrated switch for intensive cooling some 24 hours before loading the appliance with larger amounts of fresh foods and turn the thermostat knob to position 4-6. After loading wait another 24 hours then switch off the switch and turn the thermostat knob to the required position (see Temperature Selection page 10). STORING FROZEN FOODS Store commercially frozen foods according to the manufacturer's recommended storage instructions as indicated on the packaging. When shopping select frozen foods last and be careful in choosing adequately packed foods. Wrap frozen food when you buy it and put it in the freezer as soon as possible. Don't but packages of food with a frost layer, this indicates that the package has been at least partially thawed before. DEFROSTING FROZEN FOOD Partially thawed or defrosted food should be used as soon as possible. Cold air preserves the food but it does not destroy micro-organisms which rapidly activate after defrosting and make foods perishable. APPROXIMATE STORAGE TIME FOR FROZEN FOODS: FOOD Vegetables Fruit Bread, Pastries Milk Ready-made Meals Meat Beef Veal Pork Poultry Game Minced Meat Smoked Sausages Fish lean fat Offal Storage Time (in months) 8-10 10-12 3 3 3 10-12 8-10 4-6 8-10 6-8 4 1 3 1 2 13 Caring for your Appliance. DEFROSTING: AUTOMATIC DEFROSTING OF THE REFRIGERATORThere is no need to defrost the refrigerator, because ice deposited on the interior back wall is defrosted automatically. Ice is deposited on the interior back wall during the compressor operation, later on when the compressor is not operating, the ice defrosts and water droplets collect and drain through the outlet in the interior back wall into the drain pan situated above the compressor, from where it evaporates. MANUAL DEFROSTING OF THE REFRIGERATORAs long as the defrost water runs to the channel and through the outlet to the drain pan on the compressor, automatic defrosting of the appliance is assured. In the case of ice formation on the interior rear wall increasing (3-5mm), ice should be manually defrosted. Set the thermostat knob to OFF (O) position and leave the refrigerator door open. Never use electric devices for defrosting and do not scrape the ice with sharp objects. After defrosting is completed, turn the thermostat knob to the desired position and close the refrigerator door. The cause of increased ice formation may be one of the following: - The door does not seal well. (Clean the gasket if it is contaminated or replace it if it is damaged). MANUAL DEFROSTING OF THE FREEZERWhen the frost and ice layer in the freezer is 3 - 5mm thick you should defrost the freezer. [. . . ] Although this charge will vary according to your location and the type of appliance you own, it is fixed regardless of the time taken or the number of visits needed to complete the repair. The cost of parts where required will be charged additional to the fixed labour charge, but again this cost will have a maximum level of which you will be advised by your Regional Service Centre. You may prefer the peace of mind of an all-inclusive type of cover: this is provided by our Care Plus Scheme which, for an annual fee covers the cost of any parts or labour. For your convenience this fee can be paid in installments by Direct Debit. [. . . ]