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LARDER FRIDGE - MODELS RLA50, RLA52
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION & USE
GETTING STARTED:
STEP 1
Choose a location for your
fridge, away from any heat
sources and
allow adequate ventilation
- 30mm
(1
/
inch) gap above.
1
4
STEP 3
Level the fridge by
adjusting the front feet.
This will stop rocking or
vibration and keep the
door aligned.
NB. The spanner is for illustration
only and is not supplied with the
fridge.
STEP 5
Before plugging in and
switching on, leave the
fridge in its final
location for at least 15
minutes to allow it to
settle.
Read the rest of these instructions to get the best from your appliance
and remember to fill in your guarantee registration.
To ensure that your fridge runs reliably and efficiently follow these steps.
STEP 7
Your fridge is now
working.
If after 24 hours your
fridge is not operating as
you want, refer to the
Troubleshooting section.
Keep this Book in a safe place for quick reference.
STEP 2
Move the fridge into
position, using the sides
of the cabinet. Take care
to avoid damaging the
refrigerant circuit pipe
work on the rear.
STEP 4
After the front feet have
been adjusted and the
fridge is level, fit the left
and right hand bottom
hinge covers supplied.
Align with the cover
plate slots and push into
position.
STEP 6
Plug in and switch on.
Allow the fridge to cool
before placing food
inside.
All food in the fridge
should be covered.
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- Page 1 LARDER FRIDGE - MODELS RLA50, RLA52 INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION & USE GETTING STARTED: To ensure that your fridge runs reliably and efficiently follow these steps. STEP 1 Choose a location for your fridge, away from any heat sources and allow adequate ventilation - 30mm inch) gap above.
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Page 2: For Your Safety
For your safety, read the following advice: The fridge cooling system contains a small amount of gas which is environmentally friendly but flammable. To avoid any risk :- Install the fridge following the installation instructions and ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear of obstruction. Take care when installing or moving the fridge to avoid damaging the pipes on the rear. -
Page 3: Installation
Location & Air Circulation Locate your fridge away from sources of heat e.g. cookers, radiators, direct sunlight as extreme temperature will affect its performance. Allow a minimum 100mm (4 inches) between the top of the fridge and the ceiling or the underside of a wall cupboard. - Page 4 Joining: Equal height Hotpoint ‘FUTURE’ fridges and freezers can be joined together to look like one unit by using a Filler Kit available from Hotpoint Genuine Parts & Accessories Mail Order Hotline (see KEY CONTACTS, back page). Installation...
- Page 5 This fridge is fitted with a special mains lead. If you need to replace the mains lead due to damage or require a longer lead, one can be bought from Hotpoint Service (see KEY CONTACTS, back page). It is strongly advised that this work is carried out by a qualified electrician.
- Page 6 Anti-clockwise (lower number) - Warmer You can check the temperature of the fridge compartment by using a Fridge Freezer Thermometer available from Hotpoint Genuine Parts and Accessories Mail Order Hotline (see KEY CONTACTS back page). WARNING: Do not use a mercury filled thermometer, as breakage would cause a health hazard.
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Page 7: Useful Advice
Useful Advice Note: The Rating Plate, which lists the appliance Model Number and Serial Number can be found near the bottom of the interior wall. STORAGE ZONES Zone Type Food Storage Cool Dairy products, Cheese, butter, margarine, Low fat spreads, cooking fats / lards Preserves - Jam, curd, marmalade, spread, salad dressing or sauces. - Page 8 Making the best use of your Fridge To ensure that your fridge 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 covered to retain moisture and prevent flavour/odour transference.
- Page 9 Commodity and Bottle Racks Commodity racks can be repositioned in the door to suit your storage requirements. The lidded commodity rack is recommended for the storage of dairy items, such as butter, margarine and cheese. 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.
- Page 10 Salad Bins For the storage of fruit, vegetables and salad items. When storing vegetables, remove unusable leaves and soil and 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.
- Page 11 Defrosting No manual defrosting required The fridge compartment will defrost automatically. During defrost periods water droplets form on the interior back wall of your Larder Fridge and refreeze afterwards. WARNING: Ensure that stored food does not come into contact with the interior back wall of your Larder Fridge.
- Page 12 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.
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Page 13: Maintenance
Changing the Light Bulb WARNING: Switch off electricity supply and pull out the mains plug Obtain a replacement SES 15 watt bulb from the Hotpoint Genuine Parts and Accessories Mail Order Hotline (see KEY CONTACTS back page) and fit as follows : Remove any shelves from directly below the interior light, to make access easier. -
Page 14: Door Reversal
Door Reversal You will need a cross head screwdriver, a flat blade screwdriver and a 5mm spanner 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. - Page 15 Using a thin blunt instrument, remove the hinge bush cap from the top left of the door and refit on the top right. Use a screwdriver to remove the door stop from the bottom right of the door and refit on the bottom left.
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Page 16: Troubleshooting
Automatic defrosting will return to normal operation when the kitchen temperature cools. If there is still a problem contact Hotpoint Service (See KEY CONTACTS, back page, for contact details). OPERATING SOUNDS OF A FRIDGE These are the normal types of sound that... - Page 17 Notes...
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Page 18: Hotpoint Guarantee
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. -
Page 19: After Sales Service
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. -
Page 20: Key Contacts
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 (Open 8 to 8 Mon - Fri, 8 to 6 Sat, 10 to 4 Sun & Bank Holidays) Note: Our operators will require the following information: See USEFUL ADVICE SECTION for rating plate position (Open 8-30 to 5-30 Mon - Fri &...
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