Precautions And Tips - Hotpoint Ariston W4D7 Series Operating Instructions Manual

1. press the FREEZER OPERATION Button and SUPER FREEZE
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Button for 3 seconds to switch off the product
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
insert the plug into the socket, press the FREEZER OPERATION
and SUPER FREEZE button and set the FREEZER OPERATION
button on the desired value.To disconnect the appliance, follow
point 1 and 2.
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.
• 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.
• 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.
I Care function
The I Care function can be enabled to optimise energy
consumption. Press and hold down the SUPERCOOL and
REFRIGERATOR OPERATION buttons simultaneously for at least
6 seconds to enable this function.
On enabling the function, 4 indicator lights will go on for 2 seconds:
SUPER COOL light, SUPER FREEZE light and two temperature
lights - one for the refrigerator and one for the freezer.
After 5 seconds the interface will enter the energy saving mode
and the indicator lights will go off. The interface stays off even
when the door is opened. Just press any button to switch it on
again. Press the adjustment buttons to change the temperature.
Consumption will be optimised 48h after the function was
enabled. To disable the I Care function, switch off the product
(see description). The product can be switched on again for
normal operation.
In humid environments, when the I Care function is enabled, slight
condensation may form on the doors; normal operating conditions
are restored when the function is disabled.
Replacing the light bulb
Thanks to the powerful light it emits, the new LED lighting system
offers a clear view of all foods, with no shadowy areas. If the LED
needs to be replaced, please contact the Technical Assistance
Service.
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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.
• Is not sufficient to switch-off of the product to eliminate all the
electrical connections.
• 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.
Disposal
• Observe local environmental standards when disposing
packaging material for recycling purposes.
• The European Directive 2012/19/EU 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 the door too
frequently in order to conserve energy.
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. Consumers should contact
their local authority or retailer for information concerning the
correct disposal of their old appliance.