User manual HOTPOINT MBP 1822

[. . . ] 12 Operating Instructions REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER COMBINATION Contents I Italiano, 1 GB English, 13 F Français, 25 Installation, 14 Positioning and connection Reversible doors GB Description of the appliance, 15-16 Control panel Overall view DE Deutsch, 37 E Espanol, 49 PT Portuges, 61 Start-up and use, 17-18-19 Starting the appliance Chiller system Using the refrigerator to its full potential Using the freezer to its full potential Maintenance and care, 20-21 Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance MBP 1822 Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours Defrosting the appliance Replacing the light bulb Precautions and tips, 22 General safety Disposal Respecting and conserving the environment Troubleshooting, 23 Assistance, 24 Installation GB !Before placing your new appliance into operation Electrical connections After the appliance has been transported, 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: please read these operating instructions carefully. They contain important information for safe use, for installation and for care of the appliance. [. . . ] of the refrigerator compartment (for example: Kg/ 24h: 4). In order to obtain a greater amount of space in the freezer compartment, you may remove the bins (except the lowest bin and the special COOL CARE ZONE bin, which has an adjustable temperature) and place the food directly onto the evaporator plates. If there is a power cut or malfunction, do not open the freezer door. This will help maintain the temperature inside the freezer, ensuring that foods are conserved for at least 9 -14 hours. This alarm does not indicate a malfunction. T restore o normal operation, it is sufficient to hold the ON/OFF button down for more than two seconds. T disconnect o the appliance, follow points 1 and 2. Defrosting the freezer compartment Remove frost regularly using the special scraper provided. If the frost layer is greater than 5 mm, it is necessary to defrost manually: Cleaning the appliance 1. The day before defrosting, press the SUPER FREEZE  The external and internal parts, as well as the rubber seals may be cleaned using a sponge that has been soaked in lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda or neutral soap.  The back of the appliance may collect dust which can be removed by delicately using the hose of a vacuum cleaner set on medium power. The appliance must be switched off and the plug must be pulled out before cleaning the appliance. Wrap frozen foods in newspaper and place them in another freezer or in a cool place. Leave the door open until the frost has melted completely. This can be made easier by placing containers with lukewarm water in the freezer button (the corresponding LED lights up) to further cool the food. The function is automatically disabled after 24 hours, or it may be disabled at any moment by pressing the SUPER FREEZE button again. Press and hold the ON/ OFF button for approximately two seconds, until everything on the display switches off apart from the red LED corresponding to the ON/OFF button. Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours  The appliance is manufactured with hygienic materials which are odour free. In order to maintain an odour free refrigerator and to prevent the formation of stains, food must always be covered or sealed properly.  If you want to switch the appliance off for an extended period of time, clean the inside and leave the doors open. Certain appliances are fitted with the DRAIN SYSTEM to lead the water outside (see diagram). Clean and dry the freezer compartment carefully Follow the instructions below. [. . . ] To switch off the buzzer, press the RESET ALARM button. Press a second time to display the set value on the freezer status bar, switch off the ALARM LED and restore normal operation. The refrigerator and the freezer do not cool well.     The doors do not close properly or the seals are damaged. [. . . ]