Hotpoint Refrigerator FFL49 User Manual

Instructions for Installation and Use  
Fridge / Freezer  
Model FFL49  
 
Operating Instructions  
REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER COMBINATION  
Contents  
GB  
Installation, 4  
Positioning and connection  
Bar compartment  
GB  
English  
Description of the appliance, 6-7  
Control panel  
Overall view  
Accessories, 8  
Refrigerator compartment  
Freezer compartment  
Display, 9-10  
Display description  
Using the display  
Start-up and use, 11-13  
Starting the appliance  
Chiller system  
FFL49  
Using the refrigerator to its full potential  
Using the freezer to its full potential  
Ever Fresh  
Maintenance and care, 14  
Switching the appliance off  
Cleaning the appliance  
Ever Fresh  
Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours  
Replacing the light bulb  
Changing the odour filter  
Precautions and tips, 15  
General safety  
Disposal  
Respecting and conserving the environment  
Troubleshooting, 16  
Assistance, 17  
 
Installation  
! Before operating your new appliance, please read  
these operating instructions carefully. They contain  
important information for safe use, installation and care  
of the appliance.  
! The cable must not be bent or compressed.  
GB  
! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by  
authorised technicians only (see Assistance).  
! The manufacturer declines any liability should  
these safety measures not be observed.  
! Please keep these operating instructions for future  
reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the  
appliance.  
Connection of the water supply  
To carry this out, use the kit provided which contains all the  
necessary elements for connection to the water supply.  
To improve the performance of the Aqua Care, we  
recommend that you fit a tap with a filter on the pipe for the  
connection to the water system: in this way it will be  
possible to manually interrupt the water supply during long  
periods in which Aqua Care is not used.  
! The water pressure inside the water system must be  
between 0.8 bar and 8 bar.  
! The appliance must only be connected to a water supply  
suitable for drinking.  
Positioning and connection  
Positioning  
1. Place the appliance in a well-ventilated humidity-free  
room.  
2. Do not obstruct the rear fan grills. The compressor and  
condenser give off heat and require good ventilation to  
operate correctly and save energy.  
3. Leave a space of at least 10 cm between the top part of  
the appliance and any furniture above it, and at least 5  
cm between the sides and any furniture/side walls.  
4. Ensure the appliance is far away from any sources of  
heat (direct sunlight, electric stove, etc.).  
5. In order to maintain the correct distance between the  
appliance and the wall behind it, fit the spacers supplied  
in the installation kit, following the instructions provided.  
Your appliance is supplied with a 13amp fused plug that  
can be plugged into a 13amp socket for immediate use.  
Before using the appliance please read the instructions  
below.  
WARNING:  
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.  
Levelling  
1. Install the appliance on a level and rigid floor.  
2. If the floor is not perfectly horizontal, adjust the  
refrigerator by tightening or loosening the front feet.  
Replacing fuse covers:  
When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13amp ASTA approved  
fuse to BS 1362 should always be used and the fuse  
cover re-fitted.  
If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until  
a replacement is obtained.  
Electrical connections  
After transportation of the appliance, carefully place it  
vertically and wait at least 3 hours before connecting it  
to the electricity mains. Before inserting the plug into the  
electrical socket ensure the following:  
Replacement fuse covers:  
• The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant  
with the law.  
• The socket can withstand the maximum power of the  
appliance, which is indicated on the data plate  
located on the bottom left side of the fridge (e.g. 150  
W).  
• The voltage must be in the range between the values  
indicated on the data plate located on the bottom left  
side (e.g. 220-240V).  
If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the  
correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking or the  
colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug.  
Changing the plug:  
Removing the plug  
If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug  
and you should wish to remove it to add a longer cable  
or to re-route the mains cable through partitions, units  
etc. please ensure that either:  
• The socket is compatible with the plug of the  
appliance.  
If the socket is incompatible with the plug, ask an  
authorised technician to replace it (see Assistance).  
Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.  
-
The plug is replaced by a fused 13amp re-  
wireable plug bearing the BSI mark of approval.  
or  
-
! Once the appliance has been installed, the power  
supply cable and the electrical socket must be easily  
accessible.  
The mains cable is wired directly into a  
13amp cable outlet, controlled by a  
switch (in compliance with BS 5733)  
which is accessible without moving the  
appliance.  
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Disposing of the plug  
Bar compartment  
GB  
Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit  
your socket. The cable should be cut as close as  
possible to the moulded plug.  
The stiffness of the door opening/  
closing movement for the bar  
compartment may be adjusted.  
When you are in front of the  
appliance, turn the two lateral  
rods to the left if you wish to  
stiffen the movement, or to the  
right if you wish to loosen the  
movement.  
Remove the fuse.  
WARNING:  
To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded  
plug into a socket anywhere else.  
Fitting a new plug  
! The two brackets must be adjusted to the same  
stiffness level. Turn each rod the same number of times,  
in the same direction.  
IMPORTANT  
WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN  
ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE...  
Green and Yellow - Earth  
Blue  
Brown  
- Neutral  
- Live  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not  
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the  
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
-
Connect Green and Yellow wire to terminal marked  
'E' or or coloured Green and Yellow.  
-
-
Connect Brown wire to terminal marked 'L' or  
coloured red or brown.  
Connect Blue wire to terminal marked 'N' or  
coloured Black or Blue.  
If a 13amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be  
fitted with a 13amp fuse. A 15amp plug must be  
protected by a 15amp fuse, either in the plug or adaptor  
or at the distribution board.  
If you are in any doubt about the electrical  
supply to your machine, consult a qualified  
electrician before use.  
CE Marking certifies that this appliance conforms to  
the following EEC directives :  
Low Voltage Equipment - 73/23/EEC & 93/68 EEC  
Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC  
& 93/68/EEC  
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Description of the  
appliance  
Control panel  
GB  
ON/OFF button  
Display  
MODE  
button  
ADJUST/SELECT +  
button  
EVER  
FRESH  
button  
ADJUST/SELECT -  
RESET ALARM  
button  
button  
ADJUST/SELECT + button activates the functions  
and modifies the temperature, time, date and  
ON/OFF button switches the whole appliance on and  
off (refrigerator compartment and freezer  
language settings. See Display and Start-up and use.  
compartment). Press and hold for at least 2 seconds.  
See Start-up and use and Maintenance and care.  
ADJUST/SELECT - button deactivates the functions  
and modifies the temperature, time, date and  
EVER FRESH button activates and deactivates the  
EVER FRESH function.  
language settings. See Display and Start-up and use.  
Display programmes the appliance and controls its  
RESET ALARM button switches off the sound alarm  
(press once) and deletes the alarm messages from  
the scrolling text on the display (press a second time).  
See Troubleshooting.  
operation. See Display.  
MODE button selects the various display settings and  
functions. See Display and Start-up and use.  
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Description of the  
appliance  
Overall view  
GB  
Removable shelf  
with lid and  
EGG TRAY  
LAMP  
(see Maintenance)  
Storage SHELF  
SHELVES•  
CAN RACK  
shelves  
EVER FRESH  
BAR compartment  
BOTTLE shelf  
shelf  
FRUIT and  
VEGETABLE  
compartment  
FREEZER and  
STORAGE  
compartment  
MAX  
MAX  
WATER LEVEL  
WATER LEVEL  
ICE TRAYS  
STORAGE  
compartments  
Levelling FEET  
• Number and/or position may vary.  
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Accessories  
Refrigerator compartment  
Freezer compartment  
GB  
SHELVES•: the shelves are  
ICE TRAYS: for making ice.  
removable and their height may  
be adjusted thanks to special  
rails (see diagram), allowing easy  
storage of large containers and  
bulky food. The height may be  
adjusted without removing the  
shelf completely.  
1
1. Take out the tray by pushing it  
up and then outwards (see  
diagram).  
Check that the tray is completely  
empty and fill it with water using  
the opening provided.  
2
EVER FRESH: shelf dedicated to  
storing food in vacuum-packed  
containers. Food keeps for longer  
when stored in the containers  
provided.  
2. Take care not to exceed the  
level indicated (MAX WATER  
LEVEL). Excess water prevents  
the ice cubes from being  
dispensed (if this happens, wait  
for the ice to melt and empty the  
tray).  
CAN RACK shelf: stores cans  
horizontally (see diagram).  
Yoghurt, butter or general  
containers may also be stored  
here.  
3. Turn the tray 90°: the water fills  
up the moulds (see diagram).  
Close the opening with the lid  
and replace. When the ice has  
formed (minimum time  
MAX  
WATER LEVEL  
approximately 8 hours), knock  
the tray against a hard surface.  
ODOUR FILTER : some models  
*
are fitted with a new active  
carbon odour filter, which  
ensures better air quality inside  
the refrigerator.  
The filter is located on the bottom  
right-hand side, inside the  
ventilation opening. To activate it,  
remove the sticker from the  
opening (see diagram).  
ICE PARTY: ensures bottles of  
sparkling wine or champagne  
reach the right temperature. Place  
the bottle in the bucket provided  
inside the FREEZER and  
STORAGE compartment. The  
bucket may be used to serve the  
bottle and keeps it cool outside the  
appliance.  
BAR COMPARTMENT:  
Drinks stay cold and are easy to reach. The  
compartment is designed to enable you to obtain bottles  
without having to open the door of the refrigerator. It  
also provides a handy surface when the door is open  
(maximum load 10 kg). The bottle shelf cover ensures  
the temperature inside the refrigerator does not rise too  
quickly.  
• Number and/or position may vary.  
Available only in certain models.  
*
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Display  
Display description  
GB  
ALARM indicator light  
Scrolling text  
EVER FRESH  
function  
REFRIGERATOR OPERATING  
TIME  
indicator  
light  
indicator light  
ICE PARTY function  
FREEZER OPERATING  
indicator light  
SUPER COOL function  
SUPER FREEZE function  
ECO function  
REFRIGERATOR OPERATING indicator light:  
displays the set temperature (static digit) or the  
temperature that is being set (flashing digit) for the  
refrigerator compartment. OFF indicates that the  
compartment is off.  
SUPER COOL function: displays the function status.  
This is the rapid cooling function of the refrigerator  
compartment. It deactivates automatically.  
See Start-up and use.  
SUPER FREEZE function: displays the function  
status. This is the rapid cooling function of the freezer  
compartment. It deactivates automatically.  
See Start-up and use.  
ALARM indicator light: when this switches on a  
critical situation is indicated (door open, high  
temperature). See Troubleshooting.  
ECO function: displays the function status.  
Automatically sets the optimal temperature for food  
storage while minimizing energy consumption.  
EVER FRESH function: displays the function status.  
The central position of the special shelf enables air to  
be sucked out of the containers provided.  
TIME indicator light: displays the time. This is also  
ICE PARTY function: displays the function status. It  
reduces the temperature of the freezer for the period  
of time required to cool a bottle.  
used to set the date and time.  
Scrolling text: displays information on the status of  
the appliance and on how to use the display.  
It is also used to set the language.  
A buzzer sounds when the correct temperature has  
been reached. See Accessories.  
FREEZER OPERATING indicator light: displays the  
set temperature (static digit) or the temperature that is  
being set (flashing digit) for the freezer compartment.  
OFF indicates that the compartment is off.  
! The function symbols light up in various ways to  
indicate their status (deactivated, selected or activated).  
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Using the display  
Setting the date and time  
GB  
The settings are in series and it is not possible to adjust  
the date if the time has not been set before:  
1. Press the MODE button repeatedly until SET TIME [+/-]  
appears on the scrolling text.  
2. To scroll forward one hour press the ADJUST/  
SELECT+ button. To scroll back one hour press the  
ADJUST/SELECT- button.  
3. Confirm the choice by pressing the MODE button  
within ten seconds. If the choice is not confirmed, the  
previously set time will appear on the display.  
Once the hours have been set, the minutes, days,  
months and years can be set by following steps 1-3.  
Setting the temperature  
When the appliance is switched on, the standard  
storage temperatures are automatically set:  
• +5°C for the refrigerator compartment  
• -18°C for the freezer compartment.  
The temperatures may be set in the following ranges:  
• between +2°C and +8°C for the refrigerator  
compartment  
• between -18°C and -26°C for the freezer compartment  
To set the temperature:  
1. Press the MODE button until the value flashes on the  
refrigerator or freezer compartment display.  
2. To increase the temperature, press the  
ADJUST/SELECT+ button.  
To decrease the temperature, press the  
ADJUST/SELECT- button.  
Each time the button is pressed, the value increases or  
decreases by 1°C.  
3. Confirm the choice by pressing the MODE button  
within ten seconds: the value will stop flashing: If the  
choice is not confirmed, the previous set temperature  
will appear on the display.  
Setting the language  
1. Press the MODE button repeatedly until the language  
setting screen appears on the scrolling text display.  
2. To scroll forward, press the ADJUST/SELECT + button.  
To scroll back, press the ADJUST/SELECT - button.  
3. Confirm the choice by pressing the MODE button  
within ten seconds. If the choice is not confirmed, the  
previously set language will appear on the display.  
! The first time the appliance is switched on, the  
language setting request screen appears automatically  
on the display: follow the above procedure.  
! The ECO function reduces the possible adjustments:  
from +4°C to +6°C for the refrigerator and from -18°C to -  
20°C for the freezer.  
Switching off the audio and visual alarms  
Press the RESET ALARM button: by pressing it once, the  
audio alarms are switched off; by pressing it a second  
time, the alarm messages are deleted from the scrolling  
text on the display.  
Function status  
function activated  
(green symbol with blue inside lights up)  
! The open door alarm stops automatically when the door  
is closed. (See Troubleshooting).  
! If DEMO MODE appears on the display, the appliance  
is in exhibition mode, i.e. it does not cool despite the fact  
that the display and the internal lamp are on. To exit this  
mode, press the MODE, ADJUST/SELECT+ and  
ADJUST/SELECT- buttons and hold for at least three  
seconds.  
function selected  
(green symbol with red border lights up)  
function deactivated  
(green symbol only lights up)  
Activating and deactivating the SUPER COOL,  
ECO, SUPER FREEZE, ICE PARTY functions.  
1. Press the MODE button until the desired function is  
selected.  
2. To activate it, press the ADJUST/SELECT + button.  
To deactivate it, press the ADJUST/SELECT - button.  
3. Confirm the choice by pressing the MODE button  
within ten seconds. If the choice is not confirmed, the  
previously set function will appear on the display.  
Once the operation has finished, the red border switches  
off.  
If the function has been activated: the green symbol with  
blue inside lights up. If the function has been  
deactivated: only the green symbol lights up.  
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Start-up and use  
Starting the appliance  
Using the refrigerator to its full  
potential  
GB  
! Before starting the appliance, follow the installation  
instructions (see Installation).  
• Adjust the temperature using the display.  
! Before connecting the appliance, clean the  
compartments and accessories well with lukewarm  
water and bicarbonate of soda.  
• Activate the SUPER COOL function to lower the  
temperature quickly, for example, when you place a  
large number of new food items inside a fridge and  
the internal temperature rises slightly. This function  
quickly cools the groceries by temporarily reducing  
the temperature until it reaches the ideal level.  
! The appliance comes with a motor protection control  
system which means that the compressor starts up  
approximately 8 minutes after being switched on. The  
compressor also starts each time the power supply is  
cut off, whether voluntarily or involuntarily (power cut/  
blackout).  
• Place only cold or lukewarm foods in the  
compartment, never hot foods (see Precautions and  
tips).  
Insert the plug into the electrical socket and, if OFF  
appears on both indicator displays (refrigerator and  
freezer), switch the appliance on by holding the ON/OFF  
button down for at least two seconds:  
- the refrigerator will be set at a temperature of +5°C  
- the freezer will be set at a temperature of -18°C.  
• Remember that cooked foods do not last longer  
than raw foods.  
• Do not store liquids in open containers: they will  
increase the level of humidity in the refrigerator and  
cause condensation to form.  
To cool the two compartments more rapidly, activate the  
SUPER COOL and SUPER FREEZE functions (see  
Display).  
Chiller system  
The appliance is fitted with the following chiller system:  
No Frost  
This system can be recognised  
by the aeration cells located on  
the back walls of each  
compartment.  
The No Frost system circulates  
cold air continuously to collect  
humidity and prevent ice and frost  
formation. The system maintains  
an optimal humidity level in the compartment, preserving  
the original quality of the food, preventing the food from  
sticking together and making defrosting a thing of the  
past.  
! Do not block the aeration cells by placing food or  
containers in direct contact with the refrigerating back  
panel.  
! Close bottles and wrap food tightly.  
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Using the freezer to its full potential  
! The food’s tendency to spoil and use-by date must  
always be borne in mind when using the Ever Fresh food  
storage system. This method of storing food does not  
change any of the characteristics of the food.  
! Use only the containers that come with the product to  
store food in the Ever Fresh system. Do not use any other  
type of container.  
GB  
• Adjust the temperature using the display.  
• When you wish to freeze a lot of food at once, activate  
the SUPER FREEZE function. The function is  
automatically disabled after 24 hours or once the  
optimal temperature has been reached.  
• Do not refreeze food that has been defrosted or that is  
defrosting; this food must be eaten within 24 hours or  
may be frozen again after it has been cooked.  
• Fresh food that needs to be frozen must not come into  
contact with food that has already been defrosted.  
Fresh food must be packed in the top FREEZER  
compartment where the temperature drops below -  
18°C and guarantees rapid freezing.  
Ever Fresh system  
The Ever Fresh system is activated and deactivated by  
means of a button on the refrigerator shelf, an external  
button on the display and a knob on the cover of each  
container.  
! There is a pump in the centre of the Ever Fresh shelf  
which sucks the air out of the containers.  
• Do not place glass bottles containing liquids or  
bottles that are corked or hermetically sealed in the  
freezer as they may break.  
• The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen each  
day is indicated on the plate containing the technical  
properties located on the bottom left side of the  
refrigerator compartment (for example: Kg/24h 4).  
Activating and deactivating Ever Fresh  
1. Fill the container. Make sure that the food inside  
leaves room for the container to be closed properly.  
! Do not open the door during the freezing process.  
! Do not open the freezer door if there is a power cut or  
malfunction. This will help maintain the temperature  
inside the freezer, ensuring that foods are conserved for  
at least 9 -14 hours.  
2. Put the lid on the container.  
3. Close the handles on either  
O
A
side of the container and turn the  
knob on the lid of the container all  
the way to the CLOSE position.  
Then turn the knob anticlockwise  
to the VACUUM position  
Ever Fresh  
The absence of air inside the containers ensures that  
food is preserved for longer periods of time while  
maintaining its original appearance, taste and nutritional  
characteristics.  
(see figure A).  
4. Press the button on the shelf  
and place the container in the  
central position (see figure B).  
B
In  
normal  
With  
EVER  
Food  
1
conditions FRESH*  
5. Lock the container into position  
by pulling the button on the shelf  
(see figure C).  
General cooked dish  
2 days  
10 days  
10 days  
Ready-made rice or pasta dish 2 days  
Fresh fish  
Fresh raw meat  
Hard cheese  
Raw vegetables  
Fresh fruit  
Dry biscuits  
2-3 days 4-5 days  
3 days 9 days  
15 days 60 days  
5 days 21 days  
10 days 21 days  
180 days 365 days  
2
6. Activate the Ever Fresh function  
by pressing the relevant button on  
the external display (the Ever  
C
Fresh icon will light up).  
A slight noise can be heard while  
the Ever Fresh system is in  
operation.  
Pastries with cream/custard  
Other desserts/pastries  
2 days  
5 days  
10 days  
20 days  
* The above table is indicative and refers to food storage  
in the refrigerator at temperatures ranging between 3°C  
and 5°C. The length of time food lasts for will, however,  
depend on the initial freshness of the products,  
preparation and storage methods, and correct use of the  
Ever Fresh function.  
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7. Wait for the signal that the operation has finished (the  
Ever Fresh icon will switch off).  
Using Ever Fresh to its full potential  
GB  
The following information is a guide on how to get the  
best from the Ever Fresh system and the food it stores.  
8. Unlock the container from its position by pressing the  
button on the shelf.  
Ever Fresh containers  
9. Take it out of the refrigerator  
and turn the knob clockwise to  
• The maximum fill level marked on the container must  
be respected when storing liquids of any kind.  
Vacuuming actual liquid from the container may damage  
the Ever Fresh pump.  
• Repeated opening of the vacuumed containers may  
disturb the storage conditions of the food inside.  
• Before using the system, make sure there is no visible  
damage on any part of the container.  
D
the CLOSE position to avoid  
accidental opening (see figure  
A). The absence of air inside the  
container is indicated by the  
valve at the bottom (see figure D).  
10. To open the container, turn  
the knob anticlockwise to the  
• The container valve has a built-in security system. If,  
after you have created a vacuum, the valve moves  
upward within three days, check the lid has been put on  
the container properly and/or that the container is intact.  
Check the storage status of the food before repeating  
the vacuum storage operation. See Activating and  
deactivating Ever Fresh.  
OPEN position (see figure A): this  
will allow air to enter the container  
and make it easy to open. The  
valve will move upwards as air  
enters the container (see figure  
E).  
E
• The containers were designed to come into direct  
contact with food.  
! The lid of the container is  
• Do not use the containers for any type of cooking (in  
the microwave or oven, on an electric plate, over a  
flame, etc.).  
• Do not put the containers in the freezer.  
• Do not clean the lids in a dishwasher.  
provided with a circular valve. When the valve is low  
(figure D) there is no air inside the container. When the  
valve is high (figure E) air is present inside the container.  
! If, after you have created a vacuum (instructions  
1-9), the valve moves upward (see figure E) within three  
days, check the lid has been put on the container  
properly and/or that the container is intact. Check the  
storage status of the food before repeating the vacuum  
storage operation.  
Vacuum storage  
• Pre-packed foods stored using the vacuum system  
must still be consumed before the use-by date.  
• Repeatedly storing these vacuum-packed foods does  
not change their natural tendency to spoil.  
• Do not store defrosted foods using the vacuum system  
unless they have been cooked already.  
• Stored food should be prepared while fresh (chopped,  
sliced, peeled, cooked) and should be in perfect  
condition.  
• Perishable foods stored using the vacuum system  
must still be stored inside the refrigerator.  
• Cooked foods must be left to cool before being stored  
using the vacuum system.  
! The Ever Fresh function is equipped with a safety  
device that switches off the pump in case of malfunction  
(if the container is missing or incorrectly positioned, for  
example). If the safety device is activated, the RESET  
ALARM button must be pressed twice to restore normal  
operation.  
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Maintenance and care  
Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours  
Switching the appliance off  
GB  
• The appliance is manufactured with hygienic, odour  
free materials. Food should be wrapped well and  
containers closed properly in order to maintain this  
hygiene. This will also prevent the formation of stains.  
• If you wish to switch the appliance off for an extended  
period of time, clean the inside and leave the doors  
open.  
During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to  
disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply:  
1. Hold the ON/OFF button down for more than two  
seconds until OFF appears on both indicator displays  
(refrigerator and freezer).  
2. Pull the plug out of the socket.  
! If this procedure is not followed, the alarm may sound.  
This alarm does not indicate a malfunction. To restore  
normal operation, hold the ON/OFF button down for  
more than two seconds. To disconnect the appliance,  
follow points 1 and 2 above.  
Replacing the light bulb  
To replace the light bulb in the  
refrigerator compartment,  
disconnect the plug from the  
electricity mains.  
Cleaning the appliance  
• The external and internal parts and the rubber seals  
may be cleaned using a sponge that has been  
soaked in lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda or  
neutral soap. Do not use solvents, abrasive products,  
bleach or ammonia.  
Access the light bulb as shown  
(see diagram) and replace it  
with a similar light bulb, the  
power of which should not  
exceed 10 W.  
• The removable accessories may be soaked in warm  
soapy water or dishwashing liquid. Rinse and dry  
them carefully.  
• The back of the appliance may collect dust. This can  
be removed by carefully using the hose of a vacuum  
cleaner set on medium power. The appliance must  
be switched off and the plug disconnected from the  
electricity mains before it is cleaned.  
Changing the odour filter  
The filter should be replaced approximately 6-8 months  
after it has been activated. This period may vary  
depending on the type of food stored inside the  
refrigerator. For information on where a replacement  
filter may be purchased, contact Assistance (see  
Assistance). To replace the filter, follow the instructions  
(see diagrams A and B).  
Ever Fresh  
• Use a clean dry cloth to clean the opening of the  
vacuum system in the centre of the Ever Fresh shelf.  
Do not use water or solvents.  
• The opening in the centre of the Ever Fresh shelf  
should not come into contact with water or any other  
liquids.  
B
A
• Wash and dry the containers before using them.  
• Do not clean the lids in a dishwasher.  
• Before closing the containers make sure that the  
edges are clean. Traces of dirt may affect the sealing  
process and consequently the length of time food  
may be stored.  
• If the knob on the cover needs to be cleaned, turn it  
anticlockwise until it comes off and wash it using  
water and neutral detergent. After drying it thoroughly,  
screw it back on.  
• If you wish to take the Ever Fresh shelf out and clean  
it, you must first disconnect the tube at the back of  
the shelf. Make sure it is reattached properly in order  
to avoid blockages and system malfunctions. The  
Ever Fresh shelf should not come into contact with  
water or other liquids as these may damage the  
system.  
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Precautions and tips  
Disposal  
! The appliance was designed and manufactured in  
compliance with international safety standards. The  
following warnings are provided for safety reasons and  
must be read carefully.  
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• Observe local environmental standards when  
disposing packaging material for recycling purposes.  
• The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste  
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires  
that old household electrical appliances must not be  
disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste  
stream. Old appliances must be collected separately  
in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the  
materials they contain and reduce the impact on  
human health and the environment. The crossed out  
“wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of  
your obligation, that when you dispose of the  
appliance it must be separately collected.  
This appliance complies with the following  
Community Directives:  
- 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and  
subsequent amendments;  
-89/336/EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic  
Compatibility) and subsequent amendments;  
- 2002/96/CE.  
General safety  
Consumers should contact their local authority or  
retailer for information concerning the correct disposal  
of their old appliance.  
• The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the  
home and is not intended for commercial or industrial  
use.  
• The appliance must be used to store and freeze food  
products by adults only and according to the instructions  
in this manual.  
Respecting and conserving the environment  
• Install the appliance in a fresh and well-ventilated  
room. Ensure that it is protected from direct sunlight  
and do not place it near heat sources.  
• The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in  
covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the  
appliance exposed to rain and storms.  
• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods or  
opening the door too frequently in order to conserve  
energy.  
• Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or  
moist hands and feet.  
• Do not touch the internal cooling elements:  
cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.  
this could  
• Do not fill the appliance with too much food:  
cold air must circulate freely for food to be preserved  
properly. If circulation is impeded, the compressor will  
work continuously.  
• When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug from  
the mains socket, do not pull on the cable.  
• Before cleaning and maintenance, always switch off the  
appliance and disconnect it from the electrical supply. It  
is not sufficient to set the temperature adjustment knobs  
on “0” (appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact.  
• Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator. The  
internal temperature will increase and force the  
compressor to work harder and will consume more  
energy.  
• In the case of a malfunction, under no circumstances  
should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself.  
Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause  
injury or further malfunctioning of the appliance.  
• Defrost the appliance if ice forms (see Maintenance).  
A thick layer of ice makes cold transference to food  
products more difficult and results in increased  
energy consumption.  
• Do not use devices or tools other than the special scraper  
provided inside the compartments.  
• Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to  
ensure they are free of debris and to prevent cold air  
from escaping (see Maintenance).  
• Do not put ice cubes taken directly from the freezer into  
your mouth.  
• Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play  
with the appliance. Under no circumstance should they  
be allowed to sit on the bins or to hang from the door.  
• Keep packaging material out of the reach of children! It  
can become a choking or suffocation hazard.  
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Troubleshooting  
If the appliance does not work, before calling for Assistance (see Assistance), check for a solution from the  
following list.  
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Possible causes / Solutions:  
Malfunctions:  
• The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket, or not far  
enough to make contact, or there is no power in the house.  
The display is off.  
• The appliance is equipped with a motor protection control system (See  
Start-up and use).  
The motor does not start.  
• Pull the plug out and check it before putting it back in the socket.  
The display is on but it is dim.  
• The refrigerator door has been open for more than two minutes.  
The buzzer stops when the door is closed or when the RESET ALARM  
button is pressed. It could also be that the correct switching-off  
procedure was not followed (see Maintenance).  
The alarm sounds and the lamp in  
the refrigerator compartment  
flashes.  
• The temperature of the freezer is too high.  
The alarm sounds and a message  
appears on the scrolling text of the  
display.  
The freezer will maintain a temperature of around 0°C so that the food  
will not refreeze, allowing you to eat it within 24 hours or to refreeze it  
after it has been cooked.  
• The temperature of the freezer is dangerously high: the food inside  
must not be eaten. The freezer will return to a temperature of -18°C.  
To switch off the buzzer, press the RESET ALARM button. Press again  
to delete the message on the display and restore normal operation.  
The alarm sounds and a message  
appears on the scrolling text of the  
display.  
• The Ever Fresh safety lock has intervened during prolonged use of the  
vacuum pump. To restore normal operation, check the ever Fresh  
system and press the Reset Alarm button twice (see Display).  
• Make sure that the tube at the back of the Ever Fresh shelf is  
connected to the base of the refrigerator unit correctly.  
The alarm icon flashes, the Ever  
Fresh icon switches off and a  
message appears on the display.  
• The doors do not close properly or the seals are damaged.  
• The doors have been opened too frequently.  
The refrigerator and the freezer do  
not cool well.  
• The set temperature is too high (see Start-up and use).  
• The refrigerator or freezer has been over-filled.  
• The set temperature is too low (see Start-up and use).  
The food inside the refrigerator is  
beginning to freeze.  
• The SUPER COOL and/or SUPER FREEZE and/or ICE PARTY functions  
have been activated.  
The motor runs continuously.  
• The door is not closed properly or has been open continuously.  
• The ambient temperature outside the appliance is very high.  
• The appliance has not been installed on a level surface (see  
Installation).  
The appliance makes a lot of noise.  
• The appliance has been installed between cabinets that vibrate and  
make noise.  
• The internal refrigerant gas makes a slight noise even when the  
compressor is off. This is not a defect, it is normal.  
• There is electrical network disturbance or the power supply has been  
interrupted briefly.  
The functions end earlier than they  
should.  
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Assistance  
Before calling for Assistance:  
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Check if the malfunction can be solved on your own (see Troubleshooting).  
• If the appliance is still not working and the problem persists despite having carried out all the checks, call  
your nearest Service Centre.  
model  
serial number  
Communicating:  
• type of malfunction  
• appliance model (Mod.)  
• serial number (S/N)  
This information can be found on the data plate  
located on the bottom left side of the refrigerator  
compartment.  
TI  
93139180000  
Cod.  
S/N 704211801  
Mod. RG 2330  
220 - 240 V-  
Fuse  
A
Max 15 w  
50 Hz 150 W  
W
Class  
Freez. Capac  
340  
75  
Total  
Net  
Gross  
Bruto  
Brut  
Gross  
Bruto  
Brut  
Gross  
Bruto  
Brut  
Poder de Cong Clase  
N
Util  
Classe  
kg/24 h 4,0  
Utile  
Pressure  
HIGH-235  
LOW 140  
Compr.  
Syst.  
Test  
R
134 a  
P.S-I.  
kg 0,090  
Kompr.  
Made in Italy 13918  
Never use unauthorized technicians and never accept replacement parts that are not original  
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After Sales Service  
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"No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service on a  
Hotpoint appliance than us - the manufacturer"  
As part of our commitment to you, all Hotpoint appliances have the added benefit of a fully inclusive parts  
and labour guarantee for the first 12 months. In addition to this you also have the advantage of free  
replacement parts for the first 5 years when fitted by a Hotpoint  
engineer. When the 12 months parts and labour guarantee expires we offer the following after sales  
service options:  
Repair Service and Information Help Desk  
UK: 08709 066066  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200  
Note: Our operators will require the Model number and the Serial number of your appliance  
Available 364 days a year with a fast, effective and value for money service. We have the largest white  
goods repair service in the UK with over 1200 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  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200  
Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen, we offer two service cover  
plans to give you total peace of mind.  
- Repair Protection Plan  
period  
-
FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the  
of cover.  
- Kitchen Cover  
-
FREE service repairs for all your Hotpoint appliances less than 8  
years old.  
Genuine Parts and AccessoriesUK: 08709 077 077  
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836  
A wide range of genuine parts and accessories are available from our hotline or through our web site.  
Genuine parts and accessories, extended warranties and service repairs are all  
available on our web-site at:  
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Guarantee  
"Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back"  
We give you a unique 'satisfaction guaranteed' promise - valid for 90 days - after you have  
purchased your Hotpoint appliance. If there is a technical problem simply call Hotpoint Repair service  
engineer to call. If the technical problem is not resolved under this guarantee, we will replace your  
machine or, if you prefer, give you your money back.  
All Hotpoint appliances carry a fully inclusive 12 month parts and labour guarantee as well as free  
replacement parts for the first 5 years (except microwaves, selected integrated appliances and cooker  
hoods, which have a one year guarantee) provided that they are fitted by a Hotpoint engineer.  
Guarantee terms and conditions  
Your guarantee is only applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to the  
following provisions that your 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).  
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Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the appliance  
rating plate.  
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Has not been subject to misuse, accident, modified or repaired by anyone other than one of our  
own service engineers.  
For pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint product call: 08701 50 60 70  
Recycling & Disposal Information  
As part of Hotpoint's continued commitment to helping the environment, Hotpoint reserves the right to  
use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage.  
Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully.  
To minimise risk of injury to children, remove the door, plug and cut mains cable off flush with the  
appliance. Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged  
into a mains socket, and the door cannot be locked shut.  
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Key Contacts  
After Sales Service  
Over 1200 trained specialists, directly employed by us, ensure that you can have complete confidence in  
both the appliances and services we offer.  
Repair Service and Information Desk  
UK: 08709 066 066  
(Open 8 to 8 Mon - Fri, 8 to 6 Sat, 10 to 4 Sun & Bank Holidays)  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200  
Note: Our operators will require the following information:  
Model number:  
Serial number:  
Extended Warranties  
UK: 08709 088 088  
(Open 8 to 8 Mon - Sun)  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200  
Genuine Parts and Accessories  
UK: 08709 077 077  
(Open 8-30 to 5-30 Mon - Fri & 9 to 12 Sat)  
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836  
Indesit Company UK Ltd. Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB.  
April 2005  
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