Instructions for Installation and Use Fridge / Freezer Model HMT40
CONTENTS Product Safety Installation Electrical Connection Get to Know your Appliance The Display Getting your Appliance ready for use How to use The Display How to use the Refrigerator Compartment Storage Guide How to use the Freezer Compartment Ice Trays Food Storage Energy Saving Tips Buzzer and Visual Warnings Caring for your Appliance Troubleshooting After Sales Service Hotpoint Guarantee Key Contacts 3 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13-14 15 15 16 17 18 19 Back Cover Retention of this Instruction Book This
PRODUCT SAFETY ATTENTION Read your manual carefully since it contains instructions which will ensure safe installation, use and maintenance of your appliance. Your Refrigerator is built to International safety standards (EN60) and has been awarded the European approval mark (IMQ) for compliance with UK electrical safety requirements. It also meets the EC standards on the prevention and elimination of radio interference (EC directive 87/308 - 02.06.89). 8.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 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. Fitting a new plug IMPORTANT: WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE...
GET TO KNOW YOUR APPLIANCE A Removable lidded shelf with egg tray and M Removable/Adjustable Shelves N Sliding box for cheese and cold cuts O "A.I.R.
THE DISPLAY A This button turns the entire appliance on or off (refrigerator and freezer compartments) (press it for more than two seconds). B B C ON/OFF FRIDGE E RESET ALARM F This button turns the refrigerator compartment on or off (press it for more than two seconds). H I This button turns the alarm buzzer off, as well as cancelling scrolling text alarm messages from the display (simply press it).
GETTING YOUR APPLIANCE READY FOR USE NOTICE After the appliance has been delivered, stand it in the upright position and wait approximately 3 hours before connecting it to the electrical outlet to guarantee that it operates properly. Before placing foodstuffs in the refrigerator or freezer, clean the interior well with warm water and baking soda. Motor protection delay This model is provided with a motor protection control system.
How to use the display Firstly, take all the advice that appears in the form of scrolling text on the display: it will be of use to you, especially when you make your first settings. Temperature settings: If the compartment concerned is switched off, the word OFF will appear on the appropriate space on the display (G for the refrigerator and H for the freezer). If the compartment is switched on, then the temperature set at that time will appear.
How to use the refrigerator compartment... Remember to cool hot food before storing otherwise the temperature inside the appliance will increase, causing the compressor to work harder and use more energy. Do not store liquids in unsealed containers since this will increase the humidity and lead to the formation of frost in the refrigerator. To use the cold cuts/cheese box, unhook it and remove it from the shelf. To optimise space according to your needs, the same can be moved laterally (Fig. 2).
STORAGE GUIDE Storing Food in the Refrigerator Compartment Food Storage Time Location in the Refrigerator 2 or 3 days On the shelf above the vegetable crisper In the 'Fresh box' (which is the coldest area). (which is the coldest area). Fresh cheese 3 or 4 days On the shelf above the vegetable crisper In the cold cuts/cheese box. (which is the coldest area). Eggs 1 month In special egg rack on door.
How to use the freezer compartment... For the preparation of food to be frozen, please consult a specialized manual. Food that has thawed, even partially, must not be re-frozen: you must cook it in order to consume it (within 24 hours) or to freeze it once again. When freezing fresh foods, remember that they should not touch other previously frozen or deep frozen foods.
Ice trays This new concept for ice trays is exclusive to us. The fact that they are situated on the inner door of the freezer compartment ensures greater ergonomics and cleanliness, the ice no longer comes into contact with the food placed inside the freezer compartment; furthermore, the dripping of the water during filling is avoided (a lid to cover up the hole after filling with water is also provided). To remove the ice trays from their housings, push the tray upwards and then pull it out (fig. 5).
FOOD STORAGE Meat and Fish Tenderising (days) Storage (months) Tinfoil 2/3 9 / 10 Not required. Lamb Tinfoil 1/2 6 Not required. Pork Roast Tinfoil 1 6 Not required. Veal Roast Tinfoil 1 8 Not required. Veal/Pork Chops Each piece wrapped in cling film and then in tinfoil (4 to 6 slices) 6 Not required. Veal/Lamb Cutlets Each piece wrapped in cling film and then in tinfoil (4 to 6 slices) 6 Not required. Minced Meat In aluminium containers covered with cling film.
FOOD STORAGE Fruits and Vegetables Food Preparation Apples and Pears Peel and cut into slices. Apricots, Peaches, Cherries and Plum s Peel and pit. Straw berries Blackberries and Raspberries Blanching Tim e W rapping Storage (m onths) Thaw ing Tim e 2’ In Containers (cover with syrup) 12 In refrigerator very slowly. 1’ / 2’ In Containers (cover with syrup) 12 In refrigerator very slowly. Rinse and dry. In Containers (cover with sugar) 10 / 12 In refrigerator very slowly.
ENERGY SAVING TIPS - Install the Appliance Correctly This means that the appliance should be installed away from heat sources or direct sunlight in a well ventilated room. THE ACTUAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION OF THE APPLIANCE DEPENDS ON THE WAY THE SAME IS USED AND ON ITS LOCATION. The consumption tests were performed in 560mm deep column units, the most common installation setting for this appliance. - Correct temperature settings Set the compartment temperature to one of the middle settings.
CARING FOR YOUR APPLIANCE Before proceeding with any cleaning or defrosting operations, disconnect the appliance from the electricity mains (by setting the appliance to OFF keep button “A” pressed down for more than 2 seconds, until OFF in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments and then unplugging the appliance). Should you fail to do this, the appliance may go into alarm mode. WARNING: this alarm is not a sign of any anomaly.
TROUBLESHOOTING The display is completely switched off Check that: O The mains switch in your home is on. O There has not been a power cut. O The plug is properly inserted in the socket and is switched on. O The socket is working; try another appliance in the socket to check. O The fuse in the plug is ok - if not replace it, (see ELECTRICAL CONNECTION).
After Sales Service "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.
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 or visit our web-site at www.theservicecentre.co.uk and where necessary, we will arrange for an 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.
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) www.theservicecentre.co.
