H8TIH 182 O3 W - Fridge HOTPOINT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL H8TIH 182 O3 W HOTPOINT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT to be read and observed Before using the appliance, read these safety instructions. Keep them nearby for future reference. These instructions and the appliance itself provide important safety warnings, to be observed at all times. The manufacturer declines any liability for failure to observe these safety instructions, for inappropriate use of the appliance or incorrect setting of controls. Very young children (0-3 years) should be kept away from the appliance. Young children (3-8 years) should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised. Children from 8 years old and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe use and understand the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children without supervision. PERMITTED USE CAUTION: The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external switching device, such as a timer, or separate remote controlled system. This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other residential environments. This appliance is not for professional use. Do not use the appliance outdoors. The bulb used inside the appliance is specically designed for domestic appliances and is not suitable for general room lighting within the home (EC Regulation 244/2009). The appliance is designed for operation in places where the ambient temperature comes within the following ranges, according to the climatic class given on the rating plate. The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long time at a temperature outside the specied range. Climatic Class Amb. T. (°C) SN: From 10 to 32 °C ST: From 16 to 38 °C; N: From 16 to 32 °C T: From 16 to 43 °C This appliance does not contain CFCs. The refrigerant circuit contains R600a (HC). Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): isobutane is a natural gas without environmental impact, but is ammable. Therefore, make sure the refrigerant circuit pipes are not damaged, especially when emptying the refrigerant circuit.

WARNING: Do not damage the

openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

mechanical, electric or chemical means other than those5 recommended by the Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process.

WARNING: Do not use or

place electrical devices inside the appliance compartments if they are not of the type expressly authorised by the Manufacturer.

WARNING: Ice makers and/

or water dispensers not directly connected to the water supply must be lled with potable water only.

WARNING: Automatic ice-makers

and/or water dispensers must be connected to a water supply that delivers potable water only, with mains water pressure between 0.17 and 0.81 MPa (1.7 and 8.1 bar). Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a ammable propellant in this appliance. Do not swallow the contents (non- toxic) of the ice packs (provided with some models). Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer since they may cause cold burns. For products designed to use an air lter inside an accessible fan cover, the lter must always be in position when the refrigerator is in function. Do not store glass containers with liquids in the freezer compartment since they may break. Do not obstruct the fan (if included) with food items. After placing the food check that the door of the compartments closes properly, especially the freezer door. Damaged gaskets must be replaced as soon as possible. Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh food and the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes. Avoid storing unwrapped food in direct contact with internal surfaces of the refrigerator or freezer compartments. Appliances could have special compartments (Fresh Food Compartment, Zero Degree Box, etc.). Unless specied in the specic booklet of product, they can be removed, maintaining equivalent performances. C-Pentane is used as blowing agent in the insulation foam and it is a ammable gas. INSTALLATION The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons - risk of injury. Use protective gloves to unpack and install - risk of cuts. Installation, including water supply (if any) and electrical connections, and repairs must be carried out by a qualied technician. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specically stated in the user manual. Keep children away from the installation site. After unpacking the appliance, make sure that it has not been damaged during transport. In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales Service. Once installed, packaging waste (plastic, styrofoam parts etc.) must be stored out of reach of children - risk of suffocation. The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before any installation operation - risk of electric shock. During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable - risk of re or electric6 shock. Only activate the appliance when the installation has been completed. Be careful not to damage the oors (e.g. parquet) when moving the appliance. Install the appliance on a oor or support strong enough to take its weight and in a place suitable for its size and use. Make sure the appliance is not near a heat source and that the four feet are stable and resting on the oor, adjust as required, and check that the appliance is perfectly level using a spirit level. Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on, to ensure that the refrigerant circuit is fully efcient.

WARNING: To avoid a hazard

due to instability, positioning or xing of the appliance must be done in accordance with the manufacturer instructions. It is forbidden to place the refrigerator in such way that the metal hose of gas stove, metal gas or water pipes, or electrical wires are in contact with the refrigerator back wall (condenser coil). All dimensions and spacing needed for installation of the appliance are in the Installation instruction booklet. ELECTRICAL WARNINGS It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it if plug is accessible, or by a multi-pole switch installed upstream of the socket in accordance with the wiring rules and the appliance must be earthed in conformity with national electrical safety standards. Do not use extension leads, multiple sockets or adapters. The electrical components must not be accessible to the user after installation. Do not use the appliance when you are wet or barefoot. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced with an identical one by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard - risk of electric shock.

WARNING: When positioning the

appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

WARNING: Do not locate multiple

portable socket-outlets or portable power suppliers at the rear of the appliance.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Ensure that the

appliance is switched off and disconnected from the power supply before performing any maintenance operation; never use steam cleaning equipment - risk of electric shock. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, ammable uids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools.7

DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING

MATERIALS The packaging material is 100% recyclable and is marked with the recycle symbol

The various parts of the packaging must therefore be disposed of responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations governing waste disposal.

DISPOSAL OF HOUSEHOLD

APPLIANCES This appliance is manufactured with recyclable or reusable materials. Dispose of it in accordance with local waste disposal regulations. For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of household electrical appliances, contact your local authority, the collection service for household waste or the store where you purchased the appliance. This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2012/19/EU, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent negative consequences for the environment and human health.negative sull’ambiente e sulla salute umana. The symbol on the product or on the accompanying documentation indicates that it should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to an appropriate collection center for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

To guarantee adequate ventilation follow installation instructions. Insufcient ventilation at the back of the product increases energy consumption and decreases cooling efciency. Frequent door opening might cause an increase in Energy Consumption. The internal temperature of the appliance and the Energy Consumption may be affected also by the ambient temperature, as well as location of the appliance. Temperature setting should take into consideration these factors. Reduce door opening to a minimum. When thawing frozen food, place in the refrigerator. The low temperature of the frozen products cools the food in the refrigerator. Allow warm food and drinks to cool down before placing in the appliance. Positioning of the shelves in the refrigerator has no impact on the efcient usage of energy. Food should be placed on the shelves in such way to ensure proper air circulation (food should not touch each other and distance between food and rear wall should be kept). You can increase storage capacity of frozen food by removing baskets and, if present, Stop Frost shelf. Do not worry about noises coming from the compressor which are described as normal noises in this product’s Quick Guide.8 Information about New Generation Cooling Technology Fridges with new generation cooling technology have a different working system than static fridges. Other fridges may experience ice build up in the freezer compartment due to door openings and humidity in the food. In such fridges regular defrosting is required; the fridge has to be periodically turned off, the frozen food moved to a suitable container and the ice which has formed in the freezer compartment removed. In fridges with new generation cooling technology, dry cold air is pumped evenly into the fridge and freezer compartments using a fan. The cold air cools your food evenly and uniformly, preventing humidity and ice build up. In the refrigerator compartment, air blown by the fan located at the top of refrigerator compartment is cooled while passing through the gap behind the air duct. At the same time, the air is blown out through the holes in the air duct evenly spreading cool air throughout the refrigerator compartment. As there is no air passage between the freezer and refrigerator compartments there will be no odor mixing. As a result of this, your fridge with new generation cooling technology gives you ease of use as well as huge volume and aesthetic appearance. Display and control panel

1. Thermostat set level indicator.

2. It is Economy mode indicator.

5. It is Super cool mode indicator.

THE VARIOUS FUNCTION AND POSSIBILITIES

Operating your fridge freezer Cooler temperature settings

• Initial temperature value for cooler setting indicator is 3.

• Press set button once, the set value will start to blink.

• If you keep pressing set button, lower temperatures will be selected. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, super and eco)

• If no button is pressed for 1 second, your choice will be set, it will blink 3 times. Buzzer will sound beep beep.

• The temperature value selected before super cool mode or economy mode is activated will remain the same when the mode is over or cancelled. The appliance continues to operate with this temperature value.9 Super cool mode How would it be used? Press set button until super cool symbol will be seen on the screen. Buzzer will sound beep beep. Mode will be set. During this mode:

• Economy mode can not be selected.

• Super cool mode can be cancelled by the same operation of selecting. Economy mode How would it be used? Press set button until eco symbol will be seen on the screen. Buzzer will sound beep beep. Mode will be set. During this mode:

• Super cool can be selected. Economy mode is automatically cancelled and the selected mode is activated.

• Eco mode can be cancelled by the same operation of selecting. Door open alarm function If cooler or freezer door is opened more than 2 minutes , appliance sounds ‘beep beep’. Warnings about Temperature Adjustments

• Your temperature adjustments will not be deleted when an energy breakdown occurs.

• Temperature adjustments should be made according to the frequency of door openings and the quantity of food kept inside the fridge.

• Do not pass to another adjustment before completing an adjustment.

• Your fridge should be operated up to 24 hours according to the ambient temperature without interruption after being plugged in to be completely cooled. Do not open doors of your fridge frequently and do not place much food inside it in this period.

• A 5 minute delaying function is applied to prevent damage to the compressor of your fridge, when you take the plug off and then plug it on again to operate it or when an energy breakdown occurs. Your fridge will start to operate normally after 5 minutes.

• Your fridge is designed to operate in the ambient temperature intervals stated in the standards, according to the climate class stated in the information label. We do not recommend operating your fridge out of stated temperatures value limits in terms of cooling effectiveness.

• This appliance is designed for use at an ambient temperature within the 10°C -43°C range. Accessories Twist Ice (In some models)

• Take out the ice making tray

• Fill the water to the line.

• Place the ice making tray in its original position

• When ice cubes are formed, twist the lever to drop ice cubes into the icebox. Note:

• Do not ll the icebox with water to make ice. This may damage it.

• The movement of the ice maker may be difcult while the refrigerator is running. In such a case it should be cleaned by removing the glass shelves. Removing the Ice maker

• Remove the freezer glass shelves

• Remove the icemaker by pulling left or right on the shelf. You can remove the icemaker to increase the available volume in the freezer compartment. Climatic Class Amb. T. (°C) SN: From 10 to 32 °C ST: From 16 to 38 °C; N: From 16 to 32 °C T: From 16 to 43 °C10 Ice tray (In some models)

• Fill the ice tray with water and place in the freezer compartment.

• After the water has completely turned into ice, you can twist the tray as shownbelow to remove the ice cubes. Chiller Shelf (In some models) Keeping food in the Chiller compartment instead of the freezer or refrigerator compartment allows food retain freshness and avour longer, while preserving its fresh appearance. When chiller tray becomes dirty, remove it and wash it with water. (Water freezes at 0°C, but foods containing salt or sugar freeze at temperature lower than that) Normally people use the chiller compartment for raw sh, lightly pickled, rice, etc... Do not put foods you want to freeze or ice trays in order to make ice. Removing the Chiller shelf

• Pull the chiller shelf out toward you by sliding on rails.

• Pull the chiller shelf up from rail to remove. Humidity Control When the Humidity Control in the closed position, it allows fresh fruit and vegetables to be stored longer. In case of the crisper is totally full, the Humidity Control is located in front of crisper, should be opened. By means of this the air in the crisper and humidity rate will be controlled and endurance life will be increased. If you see any condensation on glass shelf, Humidity Control should be taken into the open positions. Adjustable door shelf (In some models) Five different height adjustments can be made to provide storage areas that you need by adjustable door shelf. To change the position of adjustable door shelf; Lift up front of the shelf (1) and move up or down adjustable door shelf (2) with both hands(Fig 1) Before releasing the door shelf make sure the door shelf is located at door positions. Active Oxygen (In some models) Active Oxygen spreads negative ions which neutralize particles of unpleasant smell and dust in the air, improving freshness of food. By removing these particles from the air in the refrigerator, Active Oxygen improves air quality and eliminates odours.

• This feature is optional. It may not exist on your product.

• The location of your ioniser device may vary from product to product. Active Fresh Filter (In some models) Active Fresh Filter technology helps to remove ethylene gas (a bioproduct released naturally from fresh foods) and unpleasant odors from the crisper. In this way, food stays fresh for a longer time.

• Active Fresh Filter must be cleaned once in a year. The lter should be waited for 2 hours at 65°C in a oven.

• To clean the lter, please remove the back cover of the lter box by pulling it in the direction of the arrow (A).

• The lter should not be washed with water or any detergent. Visual and text descriptions on the accessories section may vary according to the model of your appliance. Fig 1 Active Oxygen Active Fresh Filter11 It will be enough to set the thermostat between “2-4”, for fridge to work in normal working conditions. Refrigerator compartment

• To reduce humidity and consequent increase of frost never place liquids in unsealed containers in the refrigerator.

• Never place warm food in the refrigerator. Warm food should be allowed to cool at room temperature and arranged to ensure adequate air circulation in the refrigerator compartment.

• Arrange meat and cleaned sh (wrapped in packages or sheets of plastic) and use them within 1-2 days.

• You can put the fruits and vegetables into the crisper without any packaging. Important note:

• Cover any cooked dishes when you put them in the fridge. Place them in the fridge when they are cool, otherwise temperature/humidity inside the fridge increases which causes the fridge to work harder. Covering food and beverages also preserves their avour and aroma.

• Potatoes, onion and garlic should not be kept in the fridge.

• Make sure food does not touch the temperature sensor which is located in the refrigerator compartment. To keep an optimum temperature in the refrigerator compartment, make sure food doesn’t make contact with the sensor. Freezer compartment

• The freezer compartment is used for freezing fresh food, for storing frozen foods for the period of time indicated on packaging and for making ice cubes.

• Do not put fresh and warm foods in the freezer door shelves to be frozen. Only use the door shelves for storing frozen foods.

• Do not put fresh and warm food next to frozen food as it can thaw the frozen food.

• Use the fast freezing shelf to freeze home cooking (and any other food which needs to be frozen quickly) more quickly because of the freezing shelf’s greater freezing power.

• While freezing fresh foods (i.e. meat, sh and mincemeat) divide them in portions you will use in a single serving. While freezing fresh foods, the maximum amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be frozen in 24 hours is indicated on the appliance label.

• For optimum appliance performance to reach maximum freezing capacity, turn the thermostat knob to the coldest setting 24 hours before placing fresh food into the freezer.

• After placing fresh food into the freezer, having the thermostat knob set to the coldest setting for 24 hours is generally sufcient. After 24 hours, you can reduce the thermostat knob setting if required.

• Attention. To save energy, if you are only freezing small amounts of food, you do not need to set the thermostat knob to the coldest setting.

• For storing frozen foods, the instructions shown on frozen food packages should always be followed carefully. If no information is provided, food should not be stored for more than 3 months from the purchased date.

• When buying frozen food ensure that these have been frozen at suitable temperatures and that the packing is intact.

• Frozen food should be transported in appropriate containers to maintain the quality of the food and should be returned to the freezing surfaces of the unit in the shortest possible time.

• If a package of frozen food shows the sign of humidity and abnormal swelling it is probable that it has been previously stored at an unsuitable temperature and that the contents have deteriorated.

ARRANGING FOOD IN THE APPLIANCE

Temperature sensor area12

• The storage life of frozen foods depends on the room temperature, thermostat setting, how often the door is opened, the type of food and the length of time required to transport the product from the shop to your home. Always follow the instructions printed on the packaging and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated. In some models: while loading the freezing compartment, do not load above the the loading lines otherwise the door may not close correctly. If the freezer compartment door does not close correctly, excess ice may form in the freezer compartment. To prevent the problem recurring, clear the ice and make sure that the door is fully closed. Also, not closing the freezer and/or fridge compartment doors would increase your energy consumption. If the lower shelf in the freezer door is removed and food is allowed to block the air suction hole, this will reduce the effectiveness of the fridge. Therefore, be careful while loading the freezer compartment and make sure not to cover the air suction hole. Air suction hole

• Unplug the fridge before starting to clean it.

• Do not wash your fridge by pouring water into it.

• Wipe the inner and outer sides with a soft cloth or a sponge using warm and soapy water.

• Remove the parts individually and clean with soapy water. Do not wash in a dishwasher.

• Never use ammable, explosive or corrosive material, such as thinner, gas or acid for cleaning. Some recommendations have been specied below for the placement and storage of your food in the cooling compartment. Make sure that your fridge is unplugged while cleaning. Replacing LED Lighting If your refrigerator has LED lighting contact the help desk as this should be changed by authorized personnel only. (a), (b), (c): Fridge compartment LED strip lamps Note: Numbers and location of led strips may be changed according to the model.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Freezer compartment LED strip lamp13

• The original packaging and foam may be kept for re-transportation (optionally).

• You should fasten your fridge with thick packaging, bands or strong cords and follow the instructions for transportation on the package for re-transportation.

• Remove movable parts (shelves, accessories, vegetable bins etc.) or x them into the fridge against shocks using bands during re-positioning and transportation. Always carry your fridge in the upright position. Repositioning the door

• It is not possible to change the opening direction of your fridge door, if the door handles on your fridge are installed from the front surface of the door.

• It is possible to change the opening direction of the door on models without any handles.

• If the door opening direction of your fridge can be changed, you should contact the nearest Authorised Service to have the opening direction changed.

TRANSPORTATION AND CHANGING OF

INSTALLATION POSITION Check Warnings; Your fridge warns you if the temperatures for cooler and freezer are in improper levels or when a problem occurs in the appliance. Warning codes are displayed in the Freezer and Cooler Indicators.

MEANING WHY WHAT TO DO

“Failure Warning” There is/are some part(s) Out of order or there is a failure in cooling process Call Service for assistance as soon as possible. What to do if your refrigerator does not operate: Check that:

• Your fridge is plugged in and switched on,

• The fuse is not blown and there is not a power cut,

• The thermostat setting is in the on the “1” position,

• The socket is no longer functioning. To check this, plug in an appliance that you know is working into the same socket. What to do if your refrigerator performs poorly: Check that:

• You have not overloaded the appliance,

• The doors are fully closed ,

• There is no dust on the condenser,

• There is enough space for air circulation at the rear and side of the appliance. If your fridge is operating too loudly: Normal Noises Cracking (Ice cracking) noise:

• During automatic defrosting.

• When the appliance is cooled or warmed (due to expansion of appliance material). Click noise: Heard when the thermostat switches the compressor on/off. Compressor noise:

• Normal motor noise: This noise means that the compressor is operating normally

• The compressor may cause more noise for a short time when it is rst activated.

BEFORE CALLING YOUR AFTER SALES

SERVICE14 Bubbling noise and splash: This noise is caused by the ow of the refrigerant in the tubes of the system. Water ow noise: Normal ow noise of water owing to the evaporation container during defrosting. This noise can be heard during defrosting. Air blow noise (Normal fan noise): This noise can be heard during the normal operation of system due to the circulation of air. If humidity builds up inside the fridge;

• Is all the food packed properly? Are all containers thoroughly dried before placing them in the fridge?

• Are the fridge doors opened frequently? Humidity of the room gets into the fridge each time the doors are opened. Humidity build up will be faster if you open the doors more frequently, especially if the humidity of the room is high.

• Build up of water drops on the rear wall after automatic defrosting is normal. (in Static Models) If the doors are not opened and closed properly;

• Do the food packages prevent closing of the door?

• Are the door compartments, shelves and drawers placed properly?

• Are door gaskets broken or torn?

• Is your fridge on a level surface? If the edges of fridge cabinet that the door joint contact are warm; Especially in summer (hot weather), the surfaces that the joint contact may get warmer during the operation of the compressor. This is normal. IMPORTANT NOTES:

• If the appliance is switched off or unplugged, wait at least 5 minutes before plugging the appliance in or restarting it in order not to damage the compressor.

• If the appliance is not used for long time (for example during holidays) defrost and clean the refrigerator, leaving the door open to prevent the formation of midew and smell.

• If the problem persists after you have followed all the instructions above, please consult the nearest Authorised Service.

• The appliance you have purchased is designed for home use and can be used only at home and for the stated purposes. It is not suitable for commercial or common use. If the consumer uses the appliance in a way that does not comply with these instructions, we emphasise that the producer and the dealer shall not be responsible for any repair or failure within the guarantee period.

• The lifetime of your appliance stated and declared by the Department of the Industry is 10 years (the period for retaining parts required for the proper functioning of the appliance). Tips for saving energy

1. Install the appliance in a cool, well ventilated room, but not in direct sunlight and not near heat

source (radiator, cooker, etc...). Otherwise use an insulating plate.

2. Allow warm food and drinks to cool down outside the appliance.

3. When thawing frozen food, place it in the refrigerator compartment. The low temperature of the

frozen food will help to cool the refrigerator compartment when it is thawing. So it reduces the energy requirements.

4. When placing, drinks and liquids they must be covered. Otherwise humidity increases at the

appliance. Therefore the working time gets longer. Also covering drinks and liquids helps preserve the smell and taste.

5. When placing food and drinks, open the appliance door as briey as possible.

6. Keep the covers closed of any different temperature compartment in the appliance (crisper, chiller,

THE PARTS OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE COMPARTMENTS

A. FRIDGE COMPARTMENT

7. Fridge compartment shelves

10. Glass shelf over the crisper

• In some models This presentation is only for information about the parts of the appliance. Parts may vary according to the appliance model.16