Precautions And Tips - Hotpoint 4D Series Operating Instructions Manual

• The back of the appliance may collect dust which can be
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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.
• During the cleaning of the slide rails for the drawers in the
freezer compartment, it may happen that the automatic
drawer closure mechanism is deactivated. To reactivate it,
simply close the drawer a little more forcefully than is usually
necessary.
Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours
• 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.
Holiday function
To minimise energy usage when on holiday, it is not necessary to
switch the appliance off. The appliance has a function which
allows it to maintain the temperature of the refrigerator
compartment at approximately 15°C (which can also be used to
conserve make-up and beauty products). The freezer
temperature must be set to the minimum 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.
A single acoustic signal informs you when it has been disabled.
Optimization Energy Saving function
The "Optimization Energy Saving" function may be activated in
order to optimise energy consumption while maintaining the
cooling performance of the product. This function maximises the
energy saved. It is activated by setting the knobs to "I CARE",
then pressing and holding the Super Freeze button for at least 3
seconds; the Super Freeze indicator light will begin to flash,
signalling the activation of this function.
The "Optimization Energy Saving" function may also be
deactivated by pressing the Super Freeze button again. The
corresponding indicator light will stop flashing, thereby signalling
that the original operating conditions have been restored.
In humid environments, when the "Optimization Energy
Saving" function is activated, slight condensation may form on
the door of the appliance; normal operating conditions are
restored when the function is deactivated.
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.
Access the light bulb by removing the cover as indicated in the
diagram.
Replace it with a similar light bulb within the power range
indicated on the cover (10 W, 15 W or 25 W).
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Precautions and tips

! The appliance was designed and manufactured in compliance
with international safety standards. The following warnings are
provided 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 subsequent
amendments;
-89/336/EEC of 03.05.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and
subsequent amendments;
- 2002/96/CE..
General safety
• 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.
• 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.
• Do not touch the internal cooling elements: this could cause
skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• 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 set the temperature adjustment knobs on OFF
(appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact.
• 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.
• Do not use any sharp or pointed utensils or electrical
equipment - other than the type recommended by the
manufacturer - inside the frozen food storage compartments.
• Do not put ice cubes taken directly from the freezer into your
mouth.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or lack of experience
and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Keep packaging material out of the reach of children! It can
become a choking or suffocation hazard.
• When closing the refrigerator doors, pay attention to the
position of the upright (see figure).
• Make sure that excessive volumes of food are not placed in
the upper part of the freezer compartment, in the space
reserved for the ice tray (where present).