Hotpoint Refrigerator FFP187BG User Manual

Operating Instructions  
REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER COMBINATION  
Contents  
GB  
Installation, 2-3  
Positioning and connection  
Reversible doors  
GB  
English  
Description of the appliance, 4-5  
Overall view  
Start-up and use, 6-7  
Starting the appliance  
Setting the temperature  
Refrigerator cooling system  
Using the refrigerator to its full potential  
No-frost freezer cooling system  
Using the freezer to its full potential  
Maintenance and care, 8  
Switching the appliance off  
Cleaning the appliance  
Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours.  
Defrosting.  
FFP187BG  
FFP187BP  
Replacing the light bulb  
Precautions and tips, 9  
General safety  
Disposal  
Respecting and conserving the environment  
Troubleshooting, 10  
Guarantee, 11  
After Sales Service, 12  
 
Reversible doors  
WARNING:  
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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...  
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Green and Yellow - Earth  
Blue  
Brown  
- Neutral  
- Live  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead may not  
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the  
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
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Connect Green and Yellow wire to terminal marked ‘E’  
or coloured Green and Yellow.  
Connect Brown wire to terminal marked ‘L’ or  
coloured red or brown.  
Connect Blue wire to terminal marked ‘N’ or coloured  
Black or Blue.  
If a 13amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be fitted with a  
13amp fuse. A 15amp plug must be protected by a  
15amp fuse, either in the plug or adaptor or at the  
distribution board.  
If you are in any doubt about the electrical supply to  
your machine, consult a qualified electrician before  
use.  
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CE Marking certifies that this appliance conforms to  
the following EEC directives :  
Low Voltage Equipment - 73/23/EEC & 93/68 EEC  
Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC,  
92/31/EEC & 93/68/EE  
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3mm  
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Description of the  
appliance  
Overall view  
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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.  
TEMPERATURE  
CONTROL  
Removable lidded  
shelf with EGG TRAY  
and BUTTER DISH  
LAMP  
(see Maintenance)  
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SHELVES  
Removable multipurpose  
SHELVES•  
WINE RACK  
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BOTTLE shelf  
FRUIT and  
VEGETABLE bin  
FREEZER and  
STORAGE  
compartment  
STORAGE  
compartment  
Levelling FEET  
Varies by number and/or position.  
Available only on certain models.  
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SHELVES: with or without grill.  
Due to the special guides the  
shelves are removable and the  
height is adjustable (see  
diagram), allowing easy storage  
of large containers and food.  
Height can be adjusted without  
complete removal of the shelf.  
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WINE AREA: Use to store bottles of wine. The air  
circulates freely between the bottles guaranteeing rapid  
cooling.  
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Start-up and use  
Starting the appliance  
Using the refrigerator to its full potential  
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• Use the REFRIGERATOR OPERATION knob to adjust  
the temperature (see Description).  
! Before starting the appliance, follow the installation  
instructions (see Installation).  
! Before connecting the appliance, clean the  
compartments and accessories well with lukewarm  
water and bicarbonate.  
! The appliance comes with a motor protection control  
system which starts the compressor approximately 8  
minutes after switch on. This system also operates each  
time the power supply is cut off whether voluntarily or  
involuntarily (blackout).  
• Place only cold or lukewarm foods in the compartment,  
not hot foods (see Precautions and tips).  
• Follow any instructions on the food packaging  
including storage times.  
• Remember that cooked foods do not last longer than  
raw foods. Store raw or defrosted meat and poultry in  
polythene or foil and store below cooked foods and  
dairy products to avoid contamination from dripping  
juices.  
1. Insert the plug into the socket and ensure that the  
internal light illuminates (the TEMPERATURE  
ADJUSTMENT knob must not be on the OFF  
position).  
2. Turn the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to a mid  
position. After a few hours you will be able to put food  
in the refrigerator.  
• Do not store liquids in open containers. They will  
increase humidity in the refrigerator and cause  
condensation to form.  
No-frost freezer cooling system:  
This is recognisable by the air ducts on the back wall of  
the freezer compartment.  
Setting the temperature  
The temperature inside the refrigerator compartment  
automatically adjusts itself according to the position of  
the thermostat knob. The ideal setting will depend on  
the appliance location, room temperature and number of  
door openings.  
The no-frost system circulates cold air to collect humidity  
and prevent ice and frost formation. The system  
prevents food from sticking together and makes  
defrosting a thing of the past. Do not block the air  
circulation by placing food or containers in direct  
contact with the rear air ducts.  
1 = warmest  
MAX = coldest  
We recommend, however, starting on the mid position (i-  
care)  
With a suitable refrigerator temperature, the freezer  
compartment will automatically be maintained at the  
correct temperature (below -18°C).  
Refrigerator cooling system:  
The cooling system is located immediately behind the  
back wall of the refrigerator compartment. The back wall  
will be covered in frost or water droplets depending on  
whether the compressor is operating or paused: both  
cases are normal. If the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT  
knob has been set in a high position with large  
quantities of food and with a high ambient temperature,  
the appliance can operate continuously. This results in  
excessive frost formation and excessive energy  
consumption. Compensate for this by shifting the knob  
towards lower values (defrosting will occur  
automatically).  
In the refrigerator, the air circulates in a natural way: the  
colder air tends to move downwards as it is heavier. The  
food should be stored as follows:  
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Using the freezer to its full potential  
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• Do not re-freeze food that is defrosting or that has  
already been defrosted. These foods must be cooked  
and eaten (within 24 hours).  
• Fresh food that needs to be frozen must not come into  
contact with food that has already been frozen. Fresh  
food must be placed in the FREEZER and STORAGE  
compartment to guarantee rapid freezing.  
• Do not place glass bottles which contain liquids, and  
which are corked or hermetically sealed in the freezer  
because they could break.  
• The maximum quantity of food that may be frozen daily  
is indicated on the plate containing the technical  
properties located towards the bottom left of one of the  
compartments (for example: Kg/24h: 4).  
• Follow food packaging instructions about best storage  
method and maximum storage times.  
• Always use the cover on the ice tray.  
! Do not open the door during freezing.  
! If there is a power cut or malfunction, do not open the  
freezer door. This will help maintain the temperature  
inside the freezer, ensuring that foods are conserved for  
at least 9 -14 hours.  
! If the room temperature drops below 10°C for an  
extended period of time, the ideal temperature will not  
be reached in the freezer compartment and food  
preservation will be reduced.  
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Maintenance and care  
Defrosting the freezer compartment  
Switching the appliance off  
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During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to  
disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply:  
There in no need to defrost the freezer since the “no-  
frost cooling system” prevents the formation of frost and  
ice on the walls.  
1. Set the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob on OFF  
2. Pull the mains plug out of the socket.  
Replacing the light bulb  
Cleaning the appliance  
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.  
• 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.  
Replace it with a similar light bulb within the power  
range indicated on the cover (15W).  
• 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.  
The interior light will flash if the refrigerator door is left  
open for more than two minutes. This is normal, and is a  
warning to close the refrigerator door.  
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Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours  
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• 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.  
Defrosting the refrigerator compartment  
The refrigerator defrosts automatically: defrost water is  
ducted out of the back of the appliance through a  
special outlet hole (see diagram) to an external  
container. Heat produced by the compressor causes the  
water to evaporate from the container.  
It is necessary to clean  
the discharge hole  
regularly so that the water  
can flow out easily. Do not  
use any tools that may  
damage the refrigerator.  
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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.  
Disposal  
GB  
• Observe local environmental standards when  
disposing of packaging material for recycling  
purposes.  
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.  
• The European Directive 2002/96/CE 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 reduce the impact on  
human health and the environment. The crossed out  
wheeled binsymbol 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.  
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.  
Respecting and conserving the  
environment  
• Do not touch the appliance with bare feet or with wet or  
moist hands and feet.  
• Install the appliance in a fresh and well-ventilated  
room. Ensure that it is protected from direct sunlight  
and do not place it near heat sources.  
• Do not touch the cooling surfaces:  
skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.  
this could cause  
• Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods or  
opening the door too frequently in order to conserve  
energy.  
• 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 knob  
on OFF (appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact.  
• Do not fill the appliance with too much food: cold air  
must circulate freely for food to be preserved properly.  
If circulation is impeded, the compressor will work  
continuously.  
• 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 place hot food directly into the refrigerator. The  
internal temperature will increase and force the  
compressor to work harder and will consume more  
energy.  
• Warning: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit. Do not  
use electrical devices or other tools inside the  
compartments.  
• Regularly check the door seals and wipe clean to  
ensure they are free of debris and to prevent cold air  
from escaping (see Maintenance and Care).  
• Do not use a mercury filled thermometer as breakage  
would cause a health hazard.  
• Do not put ice cubes taken directly from the freezer into  
your mouth.  
• Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play  
with the appliance. Under no circumstance should they  
be allowed to sit on the bins or to hang from the door.  
• Keep packaging material out of the reach of children! It  
can cause choking or be a suffocation hazard.  
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Troubleshooting  
Malfunctions:  
Possible causes / Solutions:  
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The internal light does not  
illuminate.  
• The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket, or not far  
enough to make contact, or the fuse has blown, or there is no power in  
the house.  
The internal light flashes  
• The refrigerator door has remained open for more than two minutes. This  
is not a fault but a warning to close the refrigerator door.  
The motor does not start.The motor  
does not start.  
• The appliance comes with a motor protection control (see Start-up and  
use).  
The refrigerator and the freezer do  
not cool well.  
• The doors do not close properly or the seals are damaged.  
• The doors are opened too frequently.  
• The TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob is not in the correct position  
• The refrigerator or the freezer have been over-filled.  
• The air temperature in the area surrounding the appliance is lower than  
10°C.  
The food inside the refrigerator is  
beginning to freeze.  
• The TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob is not in the correct position.  
• The food is in contact with the back inside wall of the refrigerator.  
The motor runs continuously.  
• The door is not closed properly, or is continuously opened.  
• The outside ambient temperature is very high.  
The appliance makes a lot of noise.  
• The appliance has not been installed on a level surface (see  
Installation).  
• The appliance has been installed between cabinets that vibrate and  
make a noise.  
• The internal refrigerant makes a slight noise even when the compressor  
is off. This is not a defect, but is normal.  
• The freezer air fan makes a slight noise circulating the cold air.  
This is not a defect, but is normal.  
Some of the external parts of the  
appliance become hot.  
• These raised temperatures are necessary to avoid the formation of  
condensation on certain parts of the product.  
The back wall of the refrigerator unit  
is covered in frost or droplets of  
water.  
• This shows the appliance is operating normally. (See Refrigerator  
cooling system)  
There is water at the bottom of the  
refrigerator.  
• The water discharge hole in the refrigerator is blocked (see  
Maintenance).  
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Guarantee  
GB  
12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee  
Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer’s guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown  
repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase.  
This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because  
of either workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the appliance at no  
cost to you.  
This guarantee is subject to the following conditions:  
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The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our  
operating and maintenance instructions.  
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The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate.  
The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only.  
The appliance has not been altered, serviced, maintained, dismantled, or otherwise  
interfered with by any person not authorised by us.  
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Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent.  
Any parts removed during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property.  
The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland.  
The guarantee does not cover:  
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Damage resulting from transportation, improper use, neglect or interference or as a result  
of improper installation.  
Replacement of any consumable item or accessory . These include but are not limited to: plugs,  
cables, batteries, light bulbs, fluorescent tubes and starters, covers and filters.  
Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic.  
THIS GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL OR  
NON-DOMESTIC PREMISES.  
5 Year Parts Guarantee  
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. To activate the extra parts warranty on your appliance, simply call  
our registration line on 0870 6092094 (ROI 01 230 0800).  
Extended Guarantees  
We offer a selection of repair protection plans that enable you to fully cover yourself against the expense  
of repair bills for the life of your policy. To find the ideal plan for you please call our advice line on 08709  
088 088 (ROI 01 230 0233).  
Free Helpdesk Service  
We have a dedicated team who can provide free advice and assistance with your appliance if you  
experience any technical difficulties within the first 90 days of ownership. Simply call our Hotpoint Service  
Hotline on 08709 066 066 (ROI 0818 313 413) for telephone assistance, or, where necessary, to arrange  
for an engineer to call. If we cannot resolve the technical problem we will replace your machine or, if you  
prefer, give you your money back.  
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After Sales Service  
No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us -  
the manufacturer.  
Essential Contact Information  
Hotpoint Service  
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.  
UK: 08709 066 066  
Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413  
Please note: Our advisors will require the following information:  
Model number:  
Serial number:  
Parts and Accessories  
We supply a full range of genuine replacement parts as well as accessory products that protect and  
hygienically clean your appliance to keep it looking good and functioning efficiently throughout its life.  
UK: 08709 077 077  
Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413  
Appliance Registration  
We want to give you additional benefits of Hotpoint ownership. To activate your free 5 year parts guarantee  
you must register your appliance with us.  
UK: 0870 6092094  
Republic of Ireland: 01 230 0800  
Indesit Company UK Ltd. Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB  
Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate,Dublin 17  
Recycling & Disposal Information  
As part of Hotpoint's continued commitment to helping the environment, Hotpoint reserves the right to use  
quality, recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage.  
Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully. Please see section “Precautions and tips” for  
details about disposal legislation. To minimise the risk of injury to children, remove the door, plug and cut the  
mains cable off flush with the appliance. Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no  
longer be plugged into a mains socket, and the door cannot be locked shut.  
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