User manual HOTPOINT MTM 1911 F/HA

[. . . ] If the socket is incompatible with the plug, ask an authorised technician to replace it (see Assistance). Once the appliance has been installed, the power supply cable and the electrical socket must be easily accessible. The cable must not be bent or compressed. The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by authorised technicians only (see Assistance). [. . . ] The easy-to-open lids (all you have to do is pull the crisper out) make it easy to put food in and take it out. The can rack on the inner door allows you to store not only cans, but also yoghurt, butter and other containers, according to your requirements. 12 Using the freezer to its full potential The temperature inside the freezer compartment automatically adjusts itself according to the position of the thermostat knob. 1 = warmest MAX = coldest We recommend , however , a medium position. Is the optimal temperature for energy saving levels. OFF switches the appliance off, including the refrigerator. • 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. Fresh food must be packed in the top FAST FREEZER compartment where the temperature drops below 18°C and guarantees rapid freezing. • Do not place glass bottles which contain liquids, and which are corked or hermetically sealed in the freezer because they could break. • The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen daily is indicated on the plate containing the technical properties located on the bottom left side of the refrigerator compartment (for example: Kg/24h: 4) !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. ICE DEVICE After pouring water in the special ice cups, place them in their places in the ice device. After about 2 hours, the ice cubes will be ready. In order to get the ice cubes, it will be sufficient to turn the two buttons to the right. The ice cubes will fall in to the tray below, ready to be used. To avoid blocking the air circulation inside the freezer, it is advisable not to obstruct the ventilation holes with food or containers. 13 Maintenance and care GB 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 FREEZER OPERATION Knob on OFF (appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact. Replacing the light bulb To replace the light bulb in the refrigerator compartment, pull out the plug from the electrical socket. Follow the instructions below which may vary according to the model of the appliance. [. . . ] • Keep packaging material out of the reach of children! it can become a choking or suffocation hazard. 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. [. . . ]