Hotpoint Refrigerator HME40N User Manual

Instructions for Installation and Use  
Fridge / Freezer  
Model HME40N  
 
Operating Instructions  
REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER COMBINATION  
Contents  
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Installation, 4-5  
Positioning and connection  
GB  
Description of the appliance, 6-7  
Control panel  
English,1  
Overall view  
Accessories, 8  
Refrigerator compartment  
Freezer compartment  
Display, 9-10  
Display description  
Using the display  
Start-up and use, 11  
Starting the appliance  
Using the refrigerator to its full potential  
Using the freezer to its full potential  
HME40N  
Maintenance and care, 12  
Switching the appliance off  
Cleaning the appliance  
Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours  
Defrosting  
Replacing the light bulb  
Precautions and tips, 13  
General safety  
Disposal  
Respecting and conserving the environment  
Troubleshooting, 14  
Assistance, 15  
After Sales Service, 18  
Hotpoint Guarantee, 19  
Key Contacts, 20  
 
Installation  
! Before operating your new appliance, please read  
these operating instructions carefully. They contain  
important information for safe use, installation and care  
of the appliance.  
! The manufacturer declines any liability should  
these safety measures not be observed.  
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! Please keep these operating instructions for future  
reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the  
appliance.  
Your appliance is supplied with a 13amp fused plug that  
can be plugged into a 13amp socket for immediate use.  
Before using the appliance please read the instructions  
below.  
Positioning and connection  
WARNING:  
Positioning  
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.  
1. Place the appliance in a well-ventilated humidity-free  
room.  
2. Do not obstruct the rear fan grills. The compressor  
and condenser give off heat and require good ventilation  
to operate correctly and save energy.  
3. Leave a space of at least 10 cm between the top part  
of the appliance and any furniture above it, and at least  
5 cm between the sides and any furniture/side walls.  
4. Ensure the appliance is far away from any sources of  
heat (direct sunlight, electric stove, etc.).  
Replacing fuse covers:  
When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13amp ASTA approved  
fuse to BS 1362 should always be used and the fuse  
cover re-fitted.  
If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until  
a replacement is obtained.  
Replacement fuse covers:  
If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the  
correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking or the  
colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug.  
Levelling  
1. Install the appliance on a level and rigid floor.  
2. If the floor is not perfectly horizontal, adjust the  
refrigerator by tightening or loosening the rear feet.  
Changing the plug:  
Electrical connections  
After transportation of the appliance, 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:  
Removing the plug  
If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug  
and you should wish to remove it to add a longer cable  
or to re-route the mains cable through partitions, units  
etc. please ensure that either:  
• 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 left side of the fridge (e.g. 150  
W).  
• The voltage must be in the range between the values  
indicated on the data plate located on the bottom left  
side (e.g. 220-240V).  
-
The plug is replaced by a fused 13amp re-  
wireable plug bearing the BSI mark of  
approval.  
or  
-
The mains cable is wired directly into a  
13amp cable outlet, controlled by a  
switch (in compliance with BS 5733)  
which is accessible without moving the  
appliance.  
• The socket is compatible with the plug of the  
appliance.  
If the socket is incompatible with the plug, ask an  
authorised technician to replace it (see Assistance).  
Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.  
Disposing of the plug  
Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit  
your socket. The cable should be cut as close as  
possible to the moulded plug.  
! Once the appliance has been installed, the power  
supply cable and the electrical socket must be easily  
accessible.  
Remove the fuse.  
WARNING:  
To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded  
plug into a socket anywhere else.  
! The cable must not be bent or compressed.  
! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by  
authorised technicians only (see Assistance).  
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Fitting a new plug  
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IMPORTANT  
WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN  
ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE...  
Green and Yellow - Earth  
Blue  
Brown  
- Neutral  
- Live  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not  
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the  
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
-
Connect Green and Yellow wire to terminal marked  
'E' or or coloured Green and Yellow.  
-
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Connect Brown wire to terminal marked 'L' or  
coloured red or brown.  
Connect Blue wire to terminal marked 'N' or  
coloured Black or Blue.  
If a 13amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be  
fitted with a 13amp fuse. A 15amp plug must be  
protected by a 15amp fuse, either in the plug or adaptor  
or at the distribution board.  
If you are in any doubt about the electrical  
supply to your machine, consult a qualified  
electrician before use.  
CE Marking certifies that this appliance conforms to  
the following EEC directives :  
Low Voltage Equipment - 73/23/EEC & 93/68 EEC  
Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC  
& 93/68/EEC  
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Description of the  
appliance  
Control panel  
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ON/OFF button  
Display  
ADJUST/SELECT +  
MODE  
button  
button  
ECO  
ON/OFF  
FRIDGE  
+
-
RESET  
ALARM  
ADJUST/SELECT -  
ON/OFF  
FREDGE  
button  
RESET ALARM  
button  
button  
MODE selects the various display settings and  
ON/OFF button switches the whole appliance on and  
off (refrigerator compartment and freezer  
compartment). It must be held down for at least 2  
seconds. See Start-up and use and Maintenance and  
care.  
functions. See Display and Start-up and use.  
ADJUST/SELECT + button activates the functions  
and modifies the temperature, time, date and  
language settings. See Display and Start-up and use.  
ON/OFF FRIDGE button switches the refrigerator  
compartment on and off. It must be held down for at  
least 2 seconds.  
ADJUST/SELECT + button deactivates the functions  
and modifies the temperature, time, date and  
language settings. See Display and Start-up and use.  
RESET ALARM button switches off the sound alarm  
(press once) and deletes the alarm messages from  
the scrolling text on the display (press a second time).  
See Troubleshooting.  
Display programmes the appliance and controls its  
operation. See Display  
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Description of the  
appliance  
Overall view  
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Lamp  
(see Maintenance)  
A.I.R. SYSTEM  
(Advanced Integrated  
Refrigeration)  
Removable lidded  
shelf with EGG  
TRAYand BUTTER  
DISH  
MULTI-USE  
*
BOTTLE RACK/  
bin  
CAN RACK  
*
flap door  
SHELVES•  
Removable  
multipurpose  
SHELVES•  
FRESH BOX  
Compartment  
*
FRUIT and  
VEGETABLE  
bin  
BOTTLE FASTENER  
BOTTLE  
shelf  
FREEZER and  
STORAGE  
compartment  
EASY ICE  
ice tray  
STORAGE  
compartments  
DRAIN SYSTEM  
Levelling  
(see Maintenance)  
FEET  
Varies by number and/or position.  
* Available only on certain models.  
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Accessories  
Refrigerator compartment  
Freezer compartment  
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SHELVES: thanks to the special  
ICE TRAYS: to make ice.  
rails 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.  
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1. Pull out the tray by pushing it  
up and then outwards (see  
diagram).  
Check that the tray is completely  
empty and fill it with water through  
the opening provided.  
2
MULTI-USE bin : to store food  
*
(such as cold meats) for a long  
time and also prevent odours  
from lingering in the refrigerator.  
It can be removed for use and it  
may be shifted sideways to  
2. Take care not to exceed the  
level indicated (MAX WATER  
LEVEL). Excess water prevents  
the ice cubes from dispensing (if  
this happens, wait for the ice to  
melt and empty the tray).  
optimise space (see diagram).  
FRESH BOX : for fresh meat and  
3. Turn the tray 90°: the water fills  
up the moulds (see diagram).  
Close the opening with the lid  
and replace. When the ice has  
formed (minimum time  
*
fish. Due to the compartment’s  
low temperature (the coldest in  
the refrigerator), food can be  
stored for up to one week. It can  
also be used for “cold meals.”  
MAX  
WATER LEVEL  
approximately 8 hours), knock the  
tray against a hard surface.  
WINE AREA*: to store up to three  
bottles of wine (see diagram).  
The air circulates freely between  
the bottles guaranteeing rapid  
cooling. When not in use, close it  
to increase the space on the  
shelf.  
ICE PARTY: to bring a bottle of  
sparkling wine or champagne to  
the right temperature. Place it in  
the bucket provided inside the  
FREEZER and STORAGE  
compartment. The bucket may be  
used to serve the bottle, keeping  
it cool. See Display.  
BOTTLE RACK/ CAN RACK* flap door:  
to store a bottle or several cans horizontally (see  
diagram). When not in use, close the flap door to  
increase the space in the refrigerator compartment.  
Varies by number and/or position.  
* Available only on certain models.  
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Display  
Display description  
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ALARM indicator light  
Scrolling text  
REFRIGERATOR OPERATION  
indicator light  
TIME  
indicator light  
ECO  
function  
ECO  
ON/OFF  
+
-
FRIDGE  
RESET  
ALARM  
ICE PARTY functions  
HOLIDAY function  
FREEZER OPERATION  
indicator light  
SUPER FREEZE function  
SUPER COOL function  
REFRIGERATOR OPERATION indicator light: displays  
the set temperature (static digit) or the temperature that  
is being set (flashing digit) for the refrigerator  
SUPER COOL function: displays function status. This is  
the rapid cooling function of the refrigerator  
compartment. It deactivates automatically. See Start-up  
and use.  
compartment. OFF indicates that the compartment is off.  
ALARM indicator light: when this goes on it indicates a  
critical situation (door open, high temperature) See  
Troubleshooting.  
SUPER FREEZE function: displays function status. This  
is the rapid cooling function of the freezer compartment.  
It deactivates automatically. See Start-up and use.  
ECO function: displays function status Automatically  
sets the optimal temperature to store food while  
minimizing energy consumption.  
HOLIDAY function: displays the condition (disabled,  
selected or enabled) of the HOLIDAY function (optimal  
temperatures in the event of long-term absences without  
having to turn the appliance off).  
TIME indicator light: displays the time. This is also used  
to set the date and time.  
ICE PARTY function: displays function status. It  
reduces the temperature of the freezer for the period of  
time required to cool a bottle.  
Scrolling text: displays information on the status of the  
appliance and on how to use the display.  
It is also used to set the language.  
A buzzer sounds when the correct temperature has  
been reached. See Accessories.  
FREEZER OPERATION indicator light: displays the set  
temperature (static digit) or the temperature that is being  
set (flashing digit) for the freezer compartment. OFF  
indicates that the compartment is off.  
! The function symbols light up in various ways to indicate  
their status (deactivated, selected or activated).  
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Setting the date and time  
Using the display  
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The settings are in series and it is not possible to adjust the  
date if the time has not been set before:  
setting the temperature  
1. Press the MODE button repeatedly until the SET TIME  
[+/-] appears on the scrolling text display.  
2. To scroll forward one hour press the ADJUST/SELECT+  
button. To scroll back one hour press the ADJUST/SELECT-  
button.  
3. Confirm the choice by pressing the MODE button within  
ten seconds. If the choice is not confirmed, the time that  
had been set before the operation will appear on the  
display.  
When the appliance is switched on, the standard storage  
temperatures are automatically set:  
• +5°C for the refrigerator compartment  
• -18°C for the freezer compartment.  
The temperatures that may be set are the following:  
• between +2°C and +8°C for the refrigerator  
compartment  
• between -18°C and -26°C for the freezer compartment  
Once the hours have been set, the minutes, days, months  
To set the temperature:  
and years can be set by following steps 1-3.  
1. Press the MODE button until the value flashes on the  
refrigerator compartment or freezer compartment display.  
2. To increase the temperature, press the ADJUST/  
SELECT+ button.  
To decrease the temperature, press the ADJUST/SELECT-  
button.  
Each time the button is pressed, the value increases by 1°C.  
3. Confirm the choice by pressing the MODE button within  
ten seconds: the value will stop flashing: If the choice is not  
confirmed, the temperature that had been set before the  
operation will appear on the display.  
Setting the language  
1. Press the MODE button repeatedly until the language  
setting screen appears on the scrolling text display.  
2. To scroll forward, press the ADJUST/SELECT + button.  
To scroll back, press the ADJUST/SELECT - button.  
3. Confirm the choice by pressing the MODE button within  
ten seconds. If the choice is not confirmed, the language  
that had been set before the operation will appear on the  
display.  
! The ECO function reduces the possible adjustments: from  
+4°C to +6°C for the refrigerator and from -18°C to -20°C  
for the freezer.  
! The first time that the appliance is switched on, the  
language setting request screen appears automatically on  
the display: follow the described procedure.  
! When the HOLIDAY function is enabled, temperature  
regulations cannot be made, but the appliance  
automatically sets itself to the best setting for the situation:  
+12°C for the refrigerator compartment (if enabled) and -  
18°C for the freezer compartment.  
Switch off the sound and visual alarms  
Press the RESET ALARM button: by pressing it once, the  
sound alarms are switched off; by pressing it a second  
time, the alarm messages are deleted from the scrolling  
text on the display.  
Function status  
! The open door alarm is stopped by closing it (see  
Troubleshooting).  
function activated (green symbol with blue inside  
on)  
! If DEMO MODE appears on the display, the appliance is  
in exhibition mode, that is, it does not cool despite the fact  
that the display and the internal lamp are on. To exit this  
mode, press the MODE, ADJUST/SELECT+ and ADJUST/  
SELECT- buttons simultaneously for at least three seconds.  
function selected (green symbol with red border  
on)  
function deactivated (green symbol only on)  
Activating and deactivating the SUPER COOL, ECO,  
SUPER FREEZE, HOLIDAY, ICE PARTY functions.  
1. Press the MODE button until the desired function is  
selected.  
2. To activate, press the ADJUST/SELECT + button.  
To deactivate, press the ADJUST/SELECT - button.  
3. Confirm the choice by pressing the MODE button within  
ten seconds. If the choice is not confirmed, the function  
that had been set before the operation will appear on the  
display.  
Once the operation is over, the red border goes off.  
If the function was activated: green symbol with blue inside  
on. If the function was deactivated: green symbol only on.  
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Start-up and use  
Using the refrigerator to its full potential  
Starting the appliance  
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• Adjust the temperature using the display.  
! Before starting the appliance, follow the installation  
instructions (see Installation).  
• Activate the SUPER COOL function to lower the  
temperature quickly. For example, when you place a  
large number of new food items inside a fridge, the  
internal temperature will rise slightly. The function  
quickly cools the groceries by temporarily reducing the  
temperature until it reaches the ideal level.  
! Before connecting the appliance, clean the  
compartments and accessories well with lukewarm  
water and bicarbonate of soda.  
! The appliance comes with a motor protection control  
system which makes the compressor start approximately  
8 minutes after being switched on. The compressor also  
starts each time the power supply is cut off whether  
voluntarily or involuntarily (blackout).  
• Place only cold or lukewarm foods in the compartment,  
not hot foods (see Precautions and tips).  
• Remember that cooked foods do not last longer than  
raw foods.  
Insert the plug into the electrical socket and, if OFF  
appears on both indicator displays (refrigerator and  
freezer), switch on the appliance by holding down the  
ON/OFF button for at least two seconds:  
• Do not store liquids in open containers. They will  
increase humidity in the refrigerator and cause  
condensation to form.  
- the refrigerator is set at a temperature of +5°C.  
- the freezer is set at a temperature of -18°C.  
Using the freezer to its full potential  
To cool the two compartments more rapidly, activate the  
SUPER COOL and SUPER FREEZE functions (see  
Display).  
• Adjust the temperature using the display.  
To freeze a lot of food, activate the SUPER FREEZE  
function. The function is automatically disabled after  
24 hours or once the optimal temperature has been  
reached.  
A.I.R. SYSTEM (Advanteg Integrated Refrigeration)  
It is recognizable due to the presence of the mechanism  
on the top part of the refrigerator compartment (see  
diagram). The A.I.R. System maintains a constant fridge  
temperature to keep food fresher for longer and will  
quickly restore the temperature to the correct level, even  
if the door is opened frequently: the blown air (A) is  
cooled when it comes into contact with the cold wall,  
whereas the hotter air (B) is sucked up (see diagram).  
• Do not refreeze food that has been defrosted or that is  
defrosting; this food must be eaten within 24 hours or  
may be frozen again after it has been cooked.  
• 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  
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.  
B
A
• 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).  
! Do not open the door during freezing.  
! 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.  
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Maintenance and care  
Switching the appliance off  
evaporate. The only thing you must do is to periodically  
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check and clean the hole of the drain, which is located  
behind the vegetable crispers, so that the water drains  
properly.  
During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to  
disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply:  
1. hold the ON/OFF button down for more than two  
seconds until OFF appears on both indicator displays  
(refrigerator and freezer).  
How to defrost the freezer compartment  
- Remove the frost from time to time with the aid of the  
special scraper provided (do not use knives or metal  
objects).  
2. pull the plug out of the socket  
!
If this procedure is not followed, the alarm may sound.  
This alarm does not indicate a malfunction. To restore  
normal operation, it is sufficient to hold the ON/OFF  
button down for more than two seconds. To disconnect  
the appliance, follow points 1 and 2.  
- If the frost is more than 5 mm thick, then you must defrost  
the freezer completely. Proceed as follows: one day before  
enabling the SUPER FREEZE 24-hour;  
it helps give the food a healthy extra "cold shock". After  
24 hours, the freezing function is automatically disabled  
but you can disable it yourself from the display. Turn the  
appliance off by pressing the ON/OFF button for more  
than two seconds. WARNING: this operation switches off  
the whole appliance (including the fridge compartment).  
Wrap all frozen foods in newspaper and place them either  
in another refrigerator or in a cool place. Leave the door  
open, so as to allow all the frost to melt completely, helping  
it along with containers filled with lukewarm water.  
The unit is provided with a  
Cleaning the appliance  
• 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. Do not use solvents, abrasive products,  
bleach or ammonia.  
• The removable accessories may be soaked in warm  
water and soap or dishwashing liquid. Rinse and dry  
them carefully.  
system which allows the de-  
• 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.  
frost water to be collected  
in a container to be placed  
beneath the unit (see dia-  
gram).  
Clean and dry thoroughly  
before restarting the  
Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours  
appliance. Remember that  
the motor will not start  
• 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.  
immediately, but rather after  
approximately 8 minutes.  
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.  
Defrosting  
WARNING: do not damage the refrigeration circuit.  
Do not use mechanical devices or other tools to speed  
up the defrosting process, unless they have been  
recommended by the manufacturer.  
Access the light bulb (A) by unscrewing the fixing screw  
(B) which is located at the back of the lampcover, as  
shown (see diagram). Replace it with a similar light bulb,  
the power of which should not exceed 15W.  
How to Defrost the Refrig-  
erator  
A
This appliance defrosts  
automatically and the  
water is channeled to the  
back toward the drain  
installed for this purpose  
(see diagram). Here, the  
heat produced by the  
compressor will make it  
B
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Precautions and tips  
! The appliance was designed and manufactured in  
Disposal  
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compliance with international safety standards. The  
following warnings are provided for safety reasons and  
must be read carefully.  
• Observe local environmental standards when  
disposing packaging material for recycling purposes.  
• The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste  
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), requires  
that old household electrical appliances must not be  
disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste  
stream. Old appliances must be collected separately  
in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the  
materials they contain and reduce the impact on  
human health and the environment. The crossed out  
“wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of  
your obligation, that when you dispose of the  
appliance it must be separately collected.  
This appliance complies with the following  
Community Directives:  
- 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and  
subsequent amendments;  
-89/336/EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic  
Compatibility) and subsequent amendments;  
- 2002/96/CE..  
General safety  
Consumers should contact their local authority or  
retailer for information concerning the correct disposal  
of their old appliance.  
• The appliance was designed for domestic use inside the  
home and is not intended for commercial or industrial  
use.  
• The appliance must be used to store and freeze food  
products by adults only and according to the  
instructions in this manual.  
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.  
• The appliance must not be installed outdoors, even in  
covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the  
appliance exposed to rain and storms.  
• Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or  
moist hands and feet.  
• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods or  
opening the door too frequently in order to conserve  
energy.  
• Do not touch the internal cooling elements: this could  
cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.  
• Do not fill the appliance with too much food:  
cold air must circulate freely for food to be preserved  
properly. If circulation is impeded, the compressor will  
work continuously.  
• When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug  
from the mains socket, do not pull on the cable.  
• Before cleaning and maintenance, always switch off the  
appliance and disconnect it from the electrical supply.  
It is not sufficient to press the ON/OFF button on OFF  
(appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact.  
• Do not place hot food directly into the refrigerator. The  
internal temperature will increase and force the  
compressor to work harder and will consume more  
energy.  
• In the case of a malfunction, under no circumstances  
should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself.  
Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may  
cause injury or further malfunctioning of the appliance.  
• Defrost the appliance if ice forms (see Maintenance).  
A thick layer of ice makes cold transference to food  
products more difficult and results in increased  
energy consumption.  
• Do not use devices or tools other than the special  
scraper provided inside the compartments.  
• Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to  
ensure they are free of debris and to prevent cold air  
from escaping (see Maintenance).  
• Do not put ice cubes taken directly from the freezer into  
your mouth.  
• Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play  
with the appliance. Under no circumstance should they  
be allowed to sit on the bins or to hang from the door.  
• Keep packaging material out of the reach of children! It  
can become a choking or suffocation hazard.  
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Troubleshooting  
If the appliance does not work, before calling for Assistance (see Assistance), check for a solution from the following list.  
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Malfunctions:  
Possible causes / Solutions:  
• The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket, or not far  
enough to make contact, or there is no power in the house.  
The display is completely switched  
off.  
• The appliance comes with a motor protection control (see Start-up and use).  
• Pull out and reverse the plug before putting it back in the socket.  
The motor does not start.  
The display is on but it is dim.  
a) The refrigerator door has remained open for more than two minutes  
The buzzer stops when the door is closed or by pressing the RESET  
ALARM button. or the correct switching-off procedure was not followed  
(see Maintenance).  
a) The alarms goes off and the lamp  
in the refrigerator compartment  
flashes.  
b) The temperature of the freezer is too high.  
b) The alarm goes off and a message  
appears on the scrolling text of the  
display.  
The freezer will maintain a temperature of around 0°C so that the food  
will not refreeze, allowing you to eat it within 24 hours or to freeze it  
again after cooking them.  
c) The temperature of the freezer has reached a dangerous level. the food  
must not be eaten. The freezer will reach a temperature of -18°C.  
To switch off the buzzer, press the RESET ALARM button. Press again to  
delete the message on the display and to restore normal operation.  
c) The alarm goes off and a message  
appears on the scrolling text of the  
display.  
• The doors do not close properly or the seals are damaged.  
• The doors are opened too frequently.  
• The temperature that has been set is too high (see Start-up and use).  
• The refrigerator or the freezer have been over-filled.  
The refrigerator and the freezer do  
not cool well.  
• The temperature that has been set is too low (see Start-up and use).  
The food inside the refrigerator is  
beginning to freeze.  
• The SUPER COOL and/or SUPER FREEZE and/or ICE PARTY functions  
are active.  
The motor runs continuously.  
• The door is not closed properly or is continuously opened.  
• The outside ambient temperature is very high.  
• The appliance has not been installed on a level surface (see  
Installation).  
The appliance makes a lot of noise.  
• 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.  
• Electrical disturbance on the network or brief interruptions of the power supply  
Early ending of functions  
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Assistance  
Before calling for Assistance:  
GB  
Check if the malfunction can be solved on your own (see Troubleshooting).  
• If the appliance is still not working and the problem persists despite having carried out all the checks, call  
your nearest Service Centre.  
model  
serial number  
Communicating:  
• type of malfunction  
• 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.  
TI  
93139180000  
Cod.  
S/N 704211801  
Mod. RG 2330  
220 - 240 V-  
Fuse  
A
Max 15 w  
50 Hz 150 W  
W
Class  
Freez. Capac  
340  
75  
Total  
Net  
Gross  
Bruto  
Brut  
Gross  
Bruto  
Brut  
Gross  
Bruto  
Brut  
Poder de Cong Clase  
N
Util  
Classe  
kg/24 h 4,0  
Utile  
Pressure  
HIGH-235  
LOW 140  
Compr.  
Syst.  
Test  
R
134 a  
P.S-I.  
kg 0,090  
Kompr.  
Made in Italy 13918  
Never use unauthorized technicians and never accept replacement parts that are not original  
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Notes  
GB  
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Notes  
GB  
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After Sales Service  
GB  
"No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service on a  
Hotpoint appliance than us - the manufacturer"  
As part of our commitment to you, all Hotpoint appliances have the added benefit of a fully inclusive parts  
and labour guarantee for the first 12 months. In addition to this you also have the advantage of free  
replacement parts for the first 5 years when fitted by a Hotpoint  
engineer. When the 12 months parts and labour guarantee expires we offer the following after sales  
service options:  
Repair Service and Information Help Desk  
UK: 08709 066066  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200  
Note: Our operators will require the Model number and the Serial number of your appliance  
Available 364 days a year with a fast, effective and value for money service. We have the largest white  
goods repair service in the UK with over 1200 of our own fully trained engineers. All repairs include a  
parts and labour guarantee for 12 months from the date of the repair.  
If you require any information or have any questions about your appliance, our operators are on hand with  
help and advice.  
All this ensures that you will receive the best available after sales service possible.  
Extended Warranties  
UK: 08709 088 088  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200  
Whether you have just one or a number of Hotpoint appliances in your kitchen, we offer two service cover  
plans to give you total peace of mind.  
- Repair Protection Plan  
period  
-
FREE service repairs for a single Hotpoint appliance during the  
of cover.  
- Kitchen Cover  
-
FREE service repairs for all your Hotpoint appliances less than 8  
years old.  
Genuine Parts and AccessoriesUK: 08709 077 077  
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836  
A wide range of genuine parts and accessories are available from our hotline or through our web site.  
Genuine parts and accessories, extended warranties and service repairs are all  
available on our web-site at:  
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GB  
Guarantee  
"Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back"  
We give you a unique 'satisfaction guaranteed' promise - valid for 90 days - after you have  
purchased your Hotpoint appliance. If there is a technical problem simply call Hotpoint Repair service  
engineer to call. If the technical problem is not resolved under this guarantee, we will replace your  
machine or, if you prefer, give you your money back.  
All Hotpoint appliances carry a fully inclusive 12 month parts and labour guarantee as well as free  
replacement parts for the first 5 years (except microwaves, selected integrated appliances and cooker  
hoods, which have a one year guarantee) provided that they are fitted by a Hotpoint engineer.  
Guarantee terms and conditions  
Your guarantee is only applicable in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland and is subject to the  
following provisions that your appliance:  
-
-
Has been installed and used correctly in accordance with this instruction booklet.  
Has been used solely for domestic purposes and is located on domestic premises (ie. not for  
commercial or trade use).  
-
Has been properly connected to a suitable electrical supply voltage as stated on the appliance  
rating plate.  
-
Has not been subject to misuse, accident, modified or repaired by anyone other than one of our  
own service engineers.  
For pre purchase information on any other Hotpoint product call: 08701 50 60 70  
Recycling & Disposal Information  
As part of Hotpoint's continued commitment to helping the environment, Hotpoint reserves the right to  
use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage.  
Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully.  
To minimise risk of injury to children, remove the door, plug and cut mains cable off flush with the  
appliance. Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged  
into a mains socket, and the door cannot be locked shut.  
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Key Contacts  
After Sales Service  
Over 1200 trained specialists, directly employed by us, ensure that you can have complete confidence in  
both the appliances and services we offer.  
Repair Service and Information Desk  
UK: 08709 066 066  
(Open 8 to 8 Mon - Fri, 8 to 6 Sat, 10 to 4 Sun & Bank Holidays)  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200  
Note: Our operators will require the following information:  
Model number:  
Serial number:  
Extended Warranties  
UK: 08709 088 088  
(Open 8 to 8 Mon - Sun)  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200  
Genuine Parts and Accessories  
UK: 08709 077 077  
(Open 8-30 to 5-30 Mon - Fri & 9 to 12 Sat)  
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836  
Indesit Company UK Ltd. Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB.  
March 2005  
195050750.00  
 

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