FRIDGE FREEZER - MODELS RFA17, RFM17, RFA16, RFM16 INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION & USE GETTING STARTED: To ensure that your fridge freezer runs reliably and efficiently follow these steps. This appliance must not be installed in a location where the room temperature drops below 10oC, or exceeds 32oC, for prolonged periods. NB. The spanner is for illustration only and is not supplied with the fridge freezer. Your fridge freezer is now working.
For Your Safety For your safety, read the following advice: The fridge freezer cooling system contains a small amount of gas which is environmentally friendly but flammable. To avoid any risk :- SAFETY & INSTALLATION Install the fridge freezer following the installation instructions and ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear of obstruction. Take care when installing or moving the fridge freezer to avoid damaging the pipes on the rear.
Installation Location & Air Circulation WARNING: This appliance must not be installed in a location where the room temperature drops below 10oC, or exceeds 32oC, for prolonged periods. This is because correct storage temperatures will not be maintained. Locate your fridge freezer away from sources of heat e.g. cookers, radiators, direct sunlight as extreme temperature will affect its performance.
Installation Levelling: Level the fridge freezer when it is in its final location by adjusting the front feet, until firm contact is made with the floor. This will stop rocking or vibration and keep the doors aligned which helps the fridge freezer run reliably and efficiently. SAFETY & INSTALLATION Note: Before plugging in and switching on, leave the fridge freezer standing in its final location for at least 15 minutes to allow it to settle.
Installation Electrical Supply WARNING: This appliance must be earthed. The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation. SAFETY & INSTALLATION Fuses Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, only use those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362. Changing the Plug Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket.
Controls Controlling the Temperature of the Fridge Compartment The control wheel on the front of the worktop adjusts the internal fridge compartment temperature. The internal temperature should be 5˚C or colder, although some sections such as the salad bin will be slightly warmer. The setting of the control wheel will depend on the location of the appliance, the room temperature and how often the doors are opened. The normal set point (marked by a 3 and N on the dial) is usually suitable.
Useful Advice Note: The Rating Plate, which lists the appliance Model Number and Serial Number can be found near the bottom of the freezer compartment on the interior wall. A Note: The photographs indicate the Fast Freeze and storage areas (see tables). The fridge cabinet and door furniture will vary according to each model specifications.
Useful Advice USEFUL ADVICE Making the best use of your Fridge Freezer Note : Always use the handle provided to open the fridge / freezer door. To ensure that your fridge freezer operates as efficiently as possible : Follow food packaging “best before/use by” instructions or your suppliers advice on a suitable maximum storage time. Keep foods tightly covered to retain moisture and prevent flavour/odour transference. Plastic bags, aluminium foil, plastic stretch wrap and containers with lids are ideal.
Useful Advice Commodity and Bottle Racks Commodity racks can be repositioned in the door to suit your storage requirements. To remove, lift rack vertically to release from fixing supports. To replace, align grooves on either side of the rack above fixing supports and push down until secure. Advice on Adjusting Shelves Make the most of the interior storage space by repositioning shelves to suit the various heights of individual items you wish to store. To remove, ensure that the door is open fully.
Useful Advice Salad Bins For the storage of fruit, vegetables and salad items. When storing vegetables, remove unusable leaves and soil. Leave lettuce, cabbage and cauliflower on the stem. It is advisable to clean the salad bin regularly, it can be removed by sliding it out from position. USEFUL ADVICE Note : Care must be taken to ensure that the salad bin is pushed in fully before shutting the fridge door.
Useful Advice STORAGE GUIDE RFA17, RFM17 RFA16, RFM16 Frozen Food Storage Capacity 35kg 30kg Maximum Freezing Capacity in 24 hours 5kg 4.5kg Maximum Conservation Time from Failure 18 hours 21 hours USEFUL ADVICE Storing Food in a Freezer Freeze and store either fresh food or long term commercially frozen foods.
Useful Advice Advice on Using Freezer Drawers The freezer compartments can be used with or without the drawers. However, the bottom drawer needs to remain in position at all times (to maintain the correct storage temperature). The storage drawers can be easily removed. Pull the drawer towards you until it reaches it’s stop position. Hold securely on both sides, lift the front of the drawer to release and remove. For cleaning advice see CLEANING & MAINTENANCE section.
Defrosting Defrosting Fridge compartment No manual defrosting required The fridge compartment will defrost automatically. During defrost periods water droplets form on the interior back wall of your Fridge and refreeze afterwards. WARNING: Ensure that stored food does not come into contact with the interior back wall of your Fridge. Also ensure the defrost gutter drain hole is kept clear see ‘Cleaning’ in the CLEANING & MAINTENANCE section.
Cleaning Cleaning WARNING: Switch off electrical supply and pull out mains plug before cleaning. Interior Note : We recommend you use a straw to keep the defrost gutter drain hole clear of any blockage. DO NOT use sharp metal tools which could cause damage beyond repair. 1. 2. 3. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE 4. WARNING: Do not use abrasive powder, household cleaner, bleach or wax polish to clean the interior, they will leave a smell in the fridge freezer.
Maintenance Going Away If you are going away and don’t want to use your fridge freezer, switch off electricity supply and pull out the mains plug. Remove food and follow the cleaning instructions on the previous page. Note : Leave the doors ajar to prevent an accumulation of odours.
Door Reversal Door Reversal You will need a selection of small hand tools, screwdrivers, spanners etc. to carry out this procedure. Our Service Department can arrange for an Engineer to do the conversion for you but a charge will be made. WARNING: Switch off electrical supply and pull out the mains plug. Remove all door furniture and all loose items/fittings from inside the fridge freezer.
Door Reversal Door Reversal continued... 11. Unscrew the foot and hinge bracket fitted to the bottom right hand side of the appliance. Unscrew the foot and footplate fitted to the left hand side of the appliance. 12. Refit the hinge bracket and footplate to the opposite sides of the appliance. Screw in the feet until there is approximately 35mm projecting from the bottom front edge of the appliance.
Troubleshooting IS THE FRIDGE FREEZER WORKING AS YOU WANT? Have you read through the instruction book ? If you still have a problem, before calling our service organisation see if any of the tips below help. The fridge freezer will not work 1. Check plug is firmly positioned in the socket outlet and the power supply is switched on. 2. Check power supply with another appliance. 3. Check fuse/circuit breaker. 4. Check the door is closed properly.
Troubleshooting Ice builds up rapidly inside the fridge 1. Check that nothing is stopping the door from closing properly. 2. Check that foods and liquids are covered to avoid the build up of moisture inside. 3. If your kitchen becomes exceptionally warm, your fridge may not defrost regularly. Automatic defrosting will return to normal operation when the kitchen temperature cools. Ice builds up rapidly inside the freezer 1. Check that nothing is stopping the door from closing properly. 2.
Hotpoint 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 or visit our web-site at www.hotpointservice.co.uk and where necessary, we will arrange for an 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.
After Sales Service “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.
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