EBL 20311 V - Fridge HOTPOINT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL EBL 20311 V HOTPOINT

Check if the malfunction can be solved on your own ( see Troubleshooting

• If after all the checks, the appliance still does not operate or the problem persists, call the nearest Service Centre Communicating:

• appliance model (Mod.)

• serial number (S/N) This information can be found on the data plate located on the bottom left side of the refrigerator compartment. Never call on unauthorized technicians and always refuse spare parts which are not originals. Assistance Avant de contacter le centre d’Assistance :

(quick cool) to lower the temperature of the refrigerator compartment rapidly. When it is pressed, the SUPER COOL indicator light illuminates (see Start-up and use). 3 SUPER COOL Yellow indicator light (rapid cooling) illuminates when the SUPER COOL button is pressed. 4 POWER Indicator light illuminates when the appliance is connected to the electricity network. 5 SUPER FREEZE button (rapid freezing) to freeze fresh food. When it is pressed, the SUPER FREEZE indicator light illuminates (see Start-up and use). 6 SUPER FREEZE Yellow indicator light (rapid freezing) illuminates when the SUPER FREEZE button is pressed. 7 FREEZER OPERATION Knob to regulate the temperature of the freezer compartment. is the optimal temperature for energy saving levels. switches the appliance off, including the refrigerator. ! The indicator lights are also used to indicate an unusual temperature increase in the freezer compartment (see Troubleshooting).8

• Varies by number and/or position, available only on certain models.

Installation ! Before placing your new appliance into operation please readthese operating instructions carefully. They contain importantinformation for safe use, for installation and for care of theappliance.! Please keep these operating instructions for future reference.Pass them on to possible new owners of the appliance. Positioning and connection Positioning1. Place the appliance in a well-ventilated humidity-free room.2. Do not obstruct the rear fan grills. The compressor andcondenser give off heat and require good ventilation to operatecorrectly and save energy.3. Leave a space of at least 10 cm between the top part of theappliance and any furniture above it, and at least 5 cm betweenthe sides and any furniture/side walls.4. Ensure the appliance is away from any sources of heat (directsunlight, electric stove, etc.).5. In order to maintain the correct distance between the applianceand the wall behind it, fit the spacers supplied in the installationkit, following the instructions provided.Levelling1. Install the appliance on a level and rigid floor.2. If the floor is not perfectly horizontal, adjust the refrigerator bytightening or loosening the front feet.Electrical connectionsAfter the appliance has been transported, carefully place itvertically and wait at least 3 hours before connecting it to theelectricity mains. Before inserting the plug into the electrical socketensure the following:• The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant with the law.• The socket can withstand the maximum power of the appliance,which is indicated on the data plate located on the bottom leftside of the fridge (e.g. 150 W).• The voltage must be in the range between the values indicatedon the data plate located on the bottom left side (e.g. 220-240V).• The socket is compatible with the plug of the appliance. If thesocket is incompatible with the plug, ask an authorised technician to replace it (see Assistance). Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.! Once the appliance has been installed, the power supply cableand the electrical socket must be easily accessible.! The cable must not be bent or compressed.! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by authorisedtechnicians only (see Assistance). The manufacturer declines any liability should these The manufacturer declines any liability should these The manufacturer declines any liability should these The manufacturer declines any liability should these The manufacturer declines any liability should thesesafety measures not be observed.safety measures not be observed.safety measures not be observed.safety measures not be observed.safety measures not be observed. Start-up and use Starting the appliance ! Before starting the appliance, follow the installationinstructions ( see Installation

! Before connecting the appliance, clean the compartments andaccessories well with lukewarm water and bicarbonate.! The appliance comes with a motor protection control systemwhich makes the compressor start approximately 8 minutes afterbeing switched on. The compressor also starts each time thepower supply is cut off whether voluntarily or involuntarily(blackout).1. Set the FREEZER OPERATION knob on 2. Insert the plug into the socket and ensure that the greenPOWER indicator light illuminates.3. Turn the REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob to an averagevalue. After a few hours you will be able to put food in therefrigerator.4. Turn the FREEZER OPERATION knob to an average value andpress the SUPER FREEZE button (rapid freezing): the SUPERFREEZE indicator light will illuminate. Once the refrigerator hasreached the optimal temperature, the indicator light goes outand you can begin food storage. Using the refrigerator to its full potential

• Place only cold or lukewarm foods in the compartment, neverhot foods (see Precautions and tips).• Remember that cooked foods do not last longer than raw foods.• Do not store liquids in open containers: they will increase the levelof humidity in the refrigerator and cause condensation to form.SHELVES: with or without grill.Due to the special guides the shelves are removable and the heightis adjustable , allowing easy storage of large containers and food.Height can be adjusted without complete removal of the shelf.TEMPERATURE Indicator light *: to identify the coldest area in the refrigerator.1. Check that OK appears clearly on the indicator light (seediagram).2. If the word “OK” does not appear it means that the temperature istoo high: adjust the REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob to ahigher position (colder) and wait approximately 10 hours until thetemperature has been stabilised.3. Check the indicator light again: if necessary, readjust it followingthe initial process. If large quantities of food have been added orif the refrigerator door has been opened frequently, it is normalfor the indicator not to show OK. Wait at least 10 hours beforeadjusting the REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob to a highersetting. AIR * It is recognizable due to the presence of the mechanism on the toppart of the refrigerator compartment ( see diagram

AIR maximises air circulation, improving the efficiency of theevaporator and helping to achieve the optimal temperature insidethe refrigerator as quickly as possible each time it has beenopened. The blown air (A) is cooled when it comes into contact withthe cold wall, whereas the hotter air (B) is sucked up ( see diagram

Using the freezer to its full potential

• Do not re-freeze food that is defrosting or that has already beendefrosted. These foods must be cooked and eaten (within 24hours).• Fresh food that needs to be frozen must not come into contactwith food that has already been defrosted. Fresh food must bestored in the top FREEZER and STORAGE compartment wherethe temperature drops below -18°C and guarantees rapidfreezing.• To freeze fresh food in the best and safest way possible, activatethe SUPER FREEZE function 24 hours before placing the food inthe freezer. After placing the food inside, activate the SUPERFREEZE function again; it will be deactivated automatically after 24hours;• Do not place glass bottles which contain liquids, and which arecorked or hermetically sealed in the freezer because they couldbreak.• The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen daily isindicated on the plate containing the technical properties locatedon the bottom left side of the refrigerator compartment (forexample: Kg/24h: 4).• In order to obtain a greater amount of space in the freezercompartment, you may remove the bins (except the lowest binand the special COOL CARE ZONE bin, which has anadjustable temperature) and place the food directly onto theevaporator plates.! If the room temperature drops below 14°C for an extended periodof time, the ideal temperature will not be reached in the freezercompartment and food preservation will be reduced.! Do not open the door during freezing.! If there is a power cut or malfunction, do not open the freezerdoor. This will help maintain the temperature inside the freezer,ensuring that foods are conserved for at least 9 -14 hours.Easy Ice The double tub was designed to optimise space in the freezercompartment and to ensure that ice is always readily available. Thetrays can be stacked or filled and used separately.Furthermore, the special fastening system makes Easy Ice anextremely flexible solution, as it can be positioned in the right or leftpart of the top drawers. Maintenance and care Switching the appliance off During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to disconnect theappliance from the electricity supply:1. set the FREEZER OPERATION knob on 2. pull the plug out of the socket Cleaning the appliance
• The external and internal parts, as well as the rubber seals maybe cleaned using a sponge that has been soaked in lukewarmwater and bicarbonate of soda or neutral soap. Do not usesolvents, abrasive products, bleach or ammonia.• The removable accessories may be soaked in warm water andsoap or dishwashing liquid. Rinse and dry them carefully.• The back of the appliance may collect dust which can beremoved by delicately using the hose of a vacuum cleaner seton medium power. The appliance must be switched off and theplug must be pulled out before cleaning the appliance. Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours
• The appliance is manufactured with hygienic materials which areodour free. In order to maintain an odour free refrigerator and toprevent the formation of stains, food must always be covered orsealed properly.• If you want to switch the appliance off for an extended period oftime, clean the inside and leave the doors open. Defrosting the appliance ! Follow the instructions below.Do not speed up the defrosting process by using any devices ortools other than the scraper provided, you may damage therefrigeration circuit.Defrosting the refrigerator compartmentThe refrigerator has an automatic defrosting function: water isducted to the back of the appliance by a special discharge outlet

see diagram ) where the heat produced by the compressorcauses it to evaporate. It is necessary to clean the discharge holeregularly so that the water can flow out easily.Defrosting the freezer compartmentIf the frost layer is greater than 5 mm, it is necessary to defrostmanually:1. Set the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to the position OFF 2. Wrap frozen foods in newspaper and place them in anotherfreezer or in a cool place.3. Leave the door open until the frost has melted completely. Thiscan be made easier by placing containers with lukewarm waterin the freezer compartment.4. Clean and dry the freezer compartment carefully beforeswitching the appliance on again.5. Certain appliances are fitted with the DRAIN SYSTEM to lead thewater outside: let the water flow into a container ( see diagram

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6. Wait for approximately 2 hours, i.e. until the ideal storageconditions have been restored, before placing food in thefreezer compartment. Holiday function To minimise energy usage when on holiday, it is not necessary toswitch the appliance off. The appliance has a function which allows itto maintain the temperature of the refrigerator compartment atapproximately 12°C (which can also be used to conserve make-upand beauty products). The freezer temperature must be set to theminimum value in order to preserve the food.To enable the function:set the REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob on A double acoustic signal informs you when it has been enabled. Asingle acoustic signal informs you when it has been disabled. Replacing the light bulb * To replace the light bulb in the refrigerator compartment, pull outthe plug from the electrical socket. Follow the instructions below.Access the light bulb by removing the cover as indicated in thediagram. Replace it with a similar light bulb within the power rangeindicated on the cover.

Precautions and tips ! The appliance was designed and manufactured in compliancewith international safety standards. The following warnings areprovided for safety reasons and must be read carefully.This appliance complies with the following Community Directives:- 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and subsequentamendments;-89/336/EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) andsubsequent amendments;- 2002/96/CE. General safety

• The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the homeand is not intended for commercial or industrial use.• The appliance must be used to store and freeze food productsby adults only and according to the instructions in this manual.• The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in coveredareas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the appliance exposedto rain and storms.• Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or moisthands and feet.• Do not touch the internal cooling elements: this could cause skinabrasions or frost/freezer burns.• When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug from themains socket, do not pull on the cable.• Before cleaning and maintenance, always switch off theappliance and disconnect it from the electrical supply. It is notsufficient to set the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knobs onOFF (appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact.• In the case of a malfunction, under no circumstances should youattempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried out byinexperienced persons may cause injury or furthermalfunctioning of the appliance.• Do not use any sharp or pointed utensils or electrical equipment- other than the type recommended by the manufacturer - insidethe frozen food storage compartments.• Do not put ice cubes taken directly from the freezer into yourmouth.• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (includingchildren) with reduced physical, sensory or lack of experienceand knowledge unless they have been given supervision orinstruction concerning use of the appliance by a personresponsible for their safety. Children should be supervised toensure that they do not play with the appliance.• Keep packaging material out of the reach of children! It canbecome a choking or suffocation hazard. Disposal
• Observe local environmental standards when disposingpackaging material for recycling purposes.• The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical andElectronic Equipment (WEEE), requires that old householdelectrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normalunsorted municipal waste stream. Old appliances must becollected separately in order to optimise the recovery andrecycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact onhuman health and the environment. The crossed out “wheeledbin” symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation, thatwhen you dispose of the appliance it must be separatelycollected. Consumers should contact their local authority orretailer for information concerning the correct disposal of theirold appliance. Respecting and conserving the environment
• Install the appliance in a fresh and well-ventilated room. Ensurethat it is protected from direct sunlight and do not place it nearheat sources.• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods or openingthe door too frequently in order to conserve energy.• Do not fill the appliance with too much food: cold air mustcirculate freely for food to be preserved properly. If circulation isimpeded, the compressor will work continuously.• Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator. The internaltemperature will increase and force the compressor to workharder and will consume more energy.
• Defrost the appliance if ice forms (see Maintenance). A thick layer of ice makes cold transference to food products moredifficult and results in increased energy consumption. Troubleshooting If the appliance does not work, before calling for Assistance (seeAssistance), check for a solution from the following list.The green POWER indicator light does not illuminate.• The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket, or not farenough to make contact, or there is no power in the house.The motor does not start.• The appliance comes with a motor protection control (see Start-up and use).
• Varies by number and/or position, available only on certain models.GB

The indicator lights are on but the light is dim.

• Pull out and reverse the plug before putting it back in the socket. a) The alarm sounds. a) The refrigerator door has remained open for more than two minutes (the buzzer will stop sounding when you shut the door) or the correct switching-off procedure was not followed (see Maintenance). b) The alarm sounds and the two yellow indicator lights flash. b) The temperature in the freezer is too high. Check the quality of the food products and dispose if necessary. + buzzer = Heating is excessive c) The alarm sounds and the two yellow indicator lights as well as the green one flash. c) The temperature in the freezer has reached a dangerous level. The food must be disposed immediately. + buzzer = Heating danger b/c)

In both these cases the freezer will maintain a temperature of about 0°C so that the food does not re-freeze. To turn off the acoustic signal open and close the refrigerator door. To restore normal operation bring the FREEZER OPERATION knob setting to (off) and turn the appliance on again. The green POWER indicator light flashes.

• The appliance is not operating correctly. Contact the Technical Assistance Centre. The refrigerator and the freezer do not cool well.

• The doors do not close properly or the seals are damaged.

• The doors are opened too frequently.

• The OPERATION knobs are not on the correct setting (see Description).

• The refrigerator or the freezer have been over-filled. The food inside the refrigerator is beginning to freeze.

• The REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob is not on the correct setting (see Description).

• The food is in contact with the back inside wall of the refrigerator. The motor runs continuously.

• The SUPER FREEZE button has been pressed (rapid freezing): the yellow SUPER FREEZE light is on or flashing (see Description).

• The door is not closed properly or is continuously opened.

• The outside ambient temperature is very high. The appliance makes a lot of noise.

• The appliance has not been installed on a level surface (see Installation).

• 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. This is not a defect, it is normal. The back wall of the refrigerator unit is covered in frost or droplets of water

• This shows the appliance is operating normally.28