User manual HOTPOINT BO 2320 AI

[. . . ] If the refrigerator is installed between cabinets, make sure that the cord is not bent or dangerously pinched or compressed. Never pull on the cord or the refrigerator to remove the plug from the wall socket - this is very dangerous. Never touch the cooling components within the appliance, especially with wet hands because this could result in injury. Never put ice cubes just removed from the freezer into your mouth because they could stick to your mouth and cause burns. [. . . ] 7 GB A closer look A Temperature regulation knob Use this knob to regulate the temperature of the refrigerator. The following settings are available: D B C D E F G Removable door shelves with lid, with egg tray and lidded butter dish Removable miscellaneous shelf Compartment for a 2 litre bottle Removable door shelf for bottles Fruit and Vegetable Crisper Drain for Defrost Water Removable, Height-adjustable Shelves refrigerator OFF; 1 minimum cold temperature; 5 maximum cold temperature H A B H H C H H G F C D E GB 8 Setting up Your Appliance ATTENTION After transport stand the appliance upright and wait at least 3 hours before plugging the appliance into the mains to ensure proper performance. Use these average temperature settings to ensure optimum performance and to save energy. Before storing food in your refrigerator wipe the interior with a solution of warm water and bicarbonate of soda. After having plugged the appliance into the socket, make sure that the refrigerator light has turned on. Then turn the thermostat knob “A” to setting “3”. After a couple of hours, you can place fresh food into the refrigerator. Storage - getting the most out of your appliance. Storing Food in the Refrigerator Compartment Food Wrapped meat and cleaned fish (use plastic wrap or pack in plastic bags) Fresh cheese Eggs Butter, margarine Cooked or precooked food (placer in air-tight containers and when cool store or 4 days 3 in refrigerator) Sausages, salami, sandwich meats in general, fresh pasta, custards, puddings, chocolates, cream 3 or 4 days pastries, bread, dry pastries, red tomatoes Bottled products, milk, drinks, yoghurt Fruits and legumes Storage Time 2 or 3 days 3 or 4 days 1 month Location in the Refrigerator On the shelf above the vegetable crisp (which is the coldest area). On the shelf above the vegetable crisp (which is the coldest area). What Not to Store in the Refrigerator Garlic (transmits odour), onions and leeks. Potatoes and root vegetables (store in dark, dry places). - Air in the refrigerator circulates naturally so that colder, heavier air tends to descend towards the bottom. This is why meat and fish should be stored just above the crisper. - Remember to follow our instructions on the storage life of foods: If not stored correctly, even the freshest food will deteriorate quite quickly. - Contrary to popular belief, cooked foods do not keep longer than fresh food. - Do not store liquids in unsealed containers since this will increase the humidity and lead to the formation of frost in the refrigerator. - The refrigerator compartment is equipped with convenient , removable shelves (Fig. 1) which can be adjusted for height using the shelf guides. This allows you to place even large containers and foodstuffs in the refrigerator. [. . . ] Do not use mechanical devices or instruments other than those recommended by the manufacturer to speed up the defrosting process. The evaporator defrosts automatically during operation; the defrost water drips into the drain, is collected in a special tray and then evaporates. clean the defrost water drain hole periodically (see fig. 3) to prevent water from collecting on the bottom of the refrigerator instead of flowing out. [. . . ]