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Positioning and connection
Reversible doors
Control panel
Overall view
Starting the appliance
Using the refrigerator to its full potential
Using the freezer to its full potential
Switching the appliance off
Cleaning the appliance
Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours
Defrosting the appliance
Replacing the light bulb
General safety
Disposal
Respecting and conserving the environment
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Summary of Contents for Hotpoint HME400N
- Page 1 Positioning and connection Reversible doors Control panel Overall view Starting the appliance Using the refrigerator to its full potential Using the freezer to its full potential Switching the appliance off Cleaning the appliance Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours Defrosting the appliance...
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Page 2: This Appliance Must Be Earthed
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 front feet. After the appliance has been transported, carefully place it vertically and wait at least 3 hours before connecting it to the electricity mains. - Page 3 To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded plug into a socket anywhere else. Fitting a new plug IMPORTANT WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE... Green and Yellow - Earth Blue - Neutral Brown - Live...
- Page 4 To enable the Child Lock function, the ALARM button must be pressed for 2 seconds. Enable the temperature setting of the refrigerator to be modified, with the relative confirmation of the temperature selected shown on the display. It is also possible to use these buttons to deactivate the refrigerator compartment only (the display shows “- -”).
- Page 5 The instructions contained in this manual are applicable to different model refrigerators. The diagrams may not directly represent the appliance purchased. For more complex features, consult the following pages. ( see Maintenance ) • SHELVES Compartment FRUIT and compartment • ice tray compartment Levelling FEET...
- Page 6 3. Check the indicator light again: if necessary, readjust it following the initial process. If large quantities of food have been added or if the refrigerator door has been opened frequently, it is normal for the indicator not to show OK. Wait at least 10 hours before adjusting the REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob to a higher setting.
- Page 7 • Clean the inside of the refrigerator well using warm water and bicarbonate of soda before placing food inside it. • The appliance comes with a motor protection control system which makes the compressor start approximately 8 minutes after being switched on.
- Page 8 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...
- Page 9 • 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). • In order to obtain a greater amount of space in the...
- Page 10 • 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.
- Page 11 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...
- Page 12 If circulation is impeded, the compressor will work continuously. • 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.
- Page 13 • 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 refrigerator door has been open for more than two minutes. The buzzer stops when the door is closed or when the RESET ALARM button is pressed.
- Page 15 THIS GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL OR NON-DOMESTIC PREMISES. Hotpoint also offers you a free 5 year parts guarantee. This additional guarantee is conditional on you registering your appliance with us and the parts being fitted by one of our authorised engineers. There will be a charge for our engineer's time.
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Page 16: After Sales Service
No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us - We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1100 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast, reliable, local service.