User manual HOTPOINT ETM 17220 VF D O3

[. . . ] * Varies by number and/or position, available only on certain models. Before placing your new appliance into operation please read these operating instructions carefully. Please keep these operating instructions for future reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the appliance. [. . . ] Due to the special guides the shelves are removable and the height is adjustable (see diagram), allowing easy storage of large containers and food. Height can be adjusted without complete removal of the shelf. 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. GB Maintenance and care Switching the appliance off During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply. It is not sufficient to set the temperature adjustment knobs on (appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact. Cleaning the appliance TEMPERATURE Indicator light: to identify the coldest area in the refrigerator. Check that OK appears clearly on the indicator light (see diagram). * • 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 appliance must be switched off and the plug must be pulled out before cleaning the appliance. avoiding mould and unpleasant odours 2. If the word “OK” does not appear it means that the temperature is too high: adjust the REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob to a higher (colder) position and wait approximately 10 hours until the temperature has stabilised. Check the indicator light again: if necessary, readjust it following the initial process. Wait at least 10 hours before adjusting the REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob to a higher setting. € 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. Do not speed up the defrosting process by using any devices or tools other than the scraper provided, you may damage the refrigeration circuit. Defrosting the refrigerator compartment The refrigerator has an automatic defrosting function: water is ducted to the back of the appliance by a special discharge outlet (see diagram) where the heat produced by the compressor causes it to evaporate. It is necessary to clean the discharge hole regularly so that the water can flow out easily. Using the freezer to its full potential • Do not re-freeze food that is defrosting or that has already been defrosted. These foods must be cooked and eaten (within 24 hours). € Fresh food that needs to be frozen must not come into contact with food that has already been defrosted. [. . . ] € Install the appliance in a fresh and well-ventilated room. € The appliance has been installed between cabinets that vibrate and make noise. € The internal refrigerant makes a slight noise even when the compressor is off. Some of the external parts of the refrigerator become hot. [. . . ]