Hotpoint FZA36G freezer
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1. 1 Open the door as wide as possible Note You may require assistance to do this 2 Support the door and using a screwdriver remove the screw securing the top hinge 3 Carefully tilt the door to remove the hinge from the cabinet and lift the door off the bottom hinge 4 Remove the top hinge from the door and remove the spacing washers from the bottom hinge Note You may require assistance to do this 5 Using the packaging from the appliance or a suitable substitute to support the back of the appliance Lay the appliance on it s back ensuring the pipework at the back is not damaged or bent Be careful that the appliance does not run away from you when the wheels touch the floor 6 Unscrew the foot plate and hinge bracket fitted to the bottom right hand side of the appliance Unscrew the foot and footplate fitted to the bottom left hand side of the appliance 7 Refit the hinge bracket and the footplate to the opposite sides of the appliance Screw in the feet until there is approximately 35mm projecting from the bottom front edge of the appliance 8 Lift the appliance onto it s feet You may require assistance to do this Lift the appliance from the rear of the tabletop and stand it on it s feet and wheels Be careful that the appliance does not run away from you when the wheels touch the floor W aS G zs aw a 2 lt x gis 9 Using a thin blunt instrument remove the hinge bush cap from the top left of2. 195051335 01 03 2012 PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 20
3. required food rather than the whole freezer drawer Note It is important not to touch or move any of the freezer drawers parts with wet hands as it may cause freezer burn or discomfort Ice Tray When making ice always use the tray with the lid provided Take care not to overfill with water Uncovered food should not be placed near the ice tray as it can affect the flavour of the ice Note Empty wash and refill the ice tray periodically to ensure freshness Cleaning Cleaning WARNING Switch off electrical supply and pull out mains plug before cleaning Interior WARNING Do not use abrasive powder household cleaner bleach or wax polish to clean the interior they will leave a smell in the freezer 1 Remove stored food wrap or cover it and place into insulated containers to keep frozen whilst cleaning 2 Remove drawers from each compartment Wash in warm water and washing up liquid using a soft cloth dry thoroughly 3 Wipe the interior and fittings with a clean cloth wrung out in a solution of either one teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda to one pint of water or Milton sterilising fluid diluted according to the manufacturer s instructions 4 Dry the interior thoroughly with a clean cloth before replacing fittings and food Note It is important to ensure that cleaned drawers are thoroughly dried before refitting into the freezer compartment Exterior WARNING Do not use abrasive powder household cleaner or ble
4. the door and refit on the top right 10 If applicable Use a screwdriver to remove the door door stop 11 Replace the top hinge onto the door slide the door onto the bottom hinge pin and support the door whilst screwing the top hinge into position Ensure that the top hinge bracket is positioned correctly 12 Adjust the front feet see Levelling SAFETY amp INSTALLATION section stop from the bottom right of the door and refit on the bottom left if fitted to your model Note You may require assistance to do this Troubleshooting IS THE FREEZER WORKING AS YOU WANT Have you read through the instruction book If you still have a problem before calling our service organisation see if any of the tips below help The freezer will not work 1 Check plug is firmly positioned in the socket outlet and the power supply is switched on 2 Check power supply with another appliance Check fuse circuit breaker 4 Check the door is closed properly The freezer is making a lot of noise 1 Check that the rear pipe work is clear of the wall skirting board and other obstacles 2 Check that all four feet wheels are firmly in contact with the floor and the freezer is level 3 See OPERATING SOUNDS overleaf The freezer is too warm 1 Turn the control wheel to a higher number See CONTROLS section 2 If the freezer is close to a heat source move it to another location 3 Check that there is e
5. the fresh food is loaded leave fast freeze on for 24 hours to freeze the food as quickly as possible Maximum freezing capacity in 24 hours 8kg Note Don t forget to turn fast freeze off after 24 hours from the introduction of fresh food to be frozen However fast freeze will turn off automatically after 48 hours if you do forget Pre Freeze chart when selecting Fast Freeze Load for freezing Pre freezetime Load position 5 to 8kg 24 hours in the bottom drawer 2 to 5kg 12 hours as above up to 2kg not required as above Useful Advice FAST FREEZE Note The Rating Plate which lists the appliance Model Number and Serial Number can be found near the bottom of the interior wall N m m E 8 A m Frozen Food Storage Capacity 25kg Maximum Freezing Capacity in 24 hours 8kg Maximum Conservation Time from Failure 16 hours USEFUL ADVICE Useful Advice How Frost Free works The frost free system completely eliminates the need for defrosting A fan circulates air around the freezer This helps to remove moisture from the compartment therefore preventing the build up of ice It is normal to hear the fan when the freezer is cooling Additional benefits of the frost free system include d More even temperatures throughout the freezer d Faster cooling times Making the best use of your Freezer Note Always use the handle provided to open the freezer door To en
6. 24 ROI 01 230 0233 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 0 8448 226 226 ROI 01 230 0233 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 08448 224 224 ROI 01 230 0233 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 i wb Ye E ws y PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 18 E Hotpoint 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 1000 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast reliable local service UK 08448 24 24 24 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk Please note Our advisors will require the following information Serial numb
7. 8 hours Read the rest of these instructions to get the best from your appliance and remember to fill in your guarantee registration Keep this Book in a safe place for quick reference z z zZ m 2 gt 2 NA m DNILOOHSJIANOYL Q c gt a 2 zZ m m 3 ONINV31D 2 m a A m ka For Your Safety For your safety read the following advice The freezer cooling system contains a small amount of gas which is environmentally friendly but flammable To avoid any risk Install the freezer following the installation instructions and ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear of obstruction Take care when installing or moving the freezer to avoid damaging the pipes on the rear If you suspect a leak do not switch on the freezer but open the windows and doors to ventilate the room Do not use any electrical devices inside the freezer for instance for defrosting Do not use any mechanical devices for defrosting other than any which may have been supplied with the freezer as they may cause damage Only use this freezer for storing domestic foodstuffs When installing your freezer J Ensure that the mains cable is not trapped underneath or behind the freezer when you install or move it d Do not stack any other appliance on top of this freezer as they may damage the freezer or become unstable When using your freezer d Do not sit or stand on top of your freezer d Do not store pois
8. E Hotpoint FREEZER MODEL FZA34 FZM34 FZA36P FZA36G INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION amp USE GETTING STARTED To ensure that your freezer runs reliably and efficiently follow these steps STEP 1 Choose a location for your freezer away from any heat sources and allow adequate ventilation 30mm 11 4 inches gap above STEP 3 Level the freezer 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 freezer STEP 5 Plug in and switch on Allow the freezer to cool before placing food inside The high temperature light will stay on until the freezer has cooled down All food in the freezer should be covered STEP 2 Your freezer is now working If after 24 hours your f you want refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING section freezer is not operating as Move the freezer into position using the sides of the cabinet Take care to avoid damaging the refrigerant circuit pipe work on the rear Before plugging in and switching on leave the freezer in its final location for at least 15 minutes to allow it to settle If you are freezing fresh food turn on fast freeze by pressing the switch 24 hours before placing the food inside Place the fresh food inside Remember to turn fast freeze off after 24 hours however if you forget to do so it will automatically cancel after 4
9. Installation Levelling Level the freezer when it is in its final location by adjusting the front feet until firm contact is made with the floor This will stop rocking or vibration and keep the door aligned which helps the freezer run reliably and efficiently Note Before plugging in and switching on leave the freezer standing in its final location for at least 15 minutes to allow it to settle Fitting a Freezer under a Work Top To minimise running costs Hotpoint recommend fitting a vent to the rear of your worktop which is available from Hotpoint Genuine Parts amp Accessories Mail Order Hotline see KEY CONTACTS back page WARNING If there is less than 30mm 11 4 inches clearance above the freezer a Vent must be fitted to provide adequate ventilation above your freezer Installation Electrical Supply WARNING This appliance must be earthed The appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible after installation Fuses Your appliance comes fitted with a plug and a 13A fuse If you need to replace the fuse only use those rated at 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362 Changing the Plug Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not fit your socket WARNING To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded plug into a socket anywhere else IMPORTANT WIRES IN THE MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE Green Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live I
10. RNING Do not use a mercury filled thermometer as breakage would cause a health hazard Your freezer must NOT be placed in a room where the temperature goes below 6 C or above 32 C for prolonged periods as the internal freezer temperature will not be maintained Controls Indicator Lights Green Mains Light The green mains light will stay on as long as the electricity supply is not interrupted Amber Fast Freeze Light The amber fast freeze light indicates that the fast freeze button has been pressed on By pressing this button ON the freezer motor will run continuously for extra cooling Red High Temperature Warning Light The red temperature warning light will come on when the freezer is first switched on or when the temperature inside the compartment rises above the correct storage temperature Check the TROUBLESHOOTING section before calling for advice The red light may come on for a short period when opening the freezer door to load or unload food in this case storage times will not be affected Controls aan Gi lt lt se Fast Freeze Button Freezing Fresh Food The bottom compartment drawer should be used to freeze fresh food Transfer already frozen food to one of the upper drawers Before loading 2kg or more of fresh food select fast freeze for the required pre freeze time see chart below If freezing up to 2kg of fresh food just select fast freeze when loading Once
11. ach they can damage the exterior of your freezer 1 Use a clean soft cloth wrung out in warm water and washing up liquid to Zn wipe the exterior surface dry thoroughly z m 2 Use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner to remove dust from underneath the ss freezer and from the compressor and condenser situated at the back Z z m of the freezer WARNING Do not damage the pipework Door Seal Use warm water and a clean soft cloth to wipe along and in between the creases of the door seal dry thoroughly Take care not to damage the seal and avoid using sharp objects WARNING Do not use detergent it will damage the seal Going Away If you are going away and don t want to use your freezer switch off the electricity supply and pull out the mains plug Remove food and follow the cleaning instructions above Note Leave the door ajar to prevent an accumulation of odours 13 Door Reversal You will need a selection of small hand tools screwdrivers spanners etc 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 Remove loose items fittings from inside the freezer If you have previously set up and used the freezer and since decided to reverse the doors you must remove stored food wrap or cover and place into insulated containers to keep frozen whilst carrying out this operation
12. er e 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 08448 225 225 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk 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 08448 24 24 24 Republic of Ireland 01 230 0800 www hotpointservice co uk Indesit Company UK Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate Dublin 17 Recycling amp 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 Qu 3 4 ae m PLEASE PHONE US TO REGISTER YOUR APPLIANCE AND ACTIVATE YOUR 5 YEAR PARTS GUARANTEE ON 08448 24 24 24 19
13. f you change the plug the colour of wires in the mains lead may not correspond with the colour of the markings identifying terminals in the plug You should therefore wire it as shown above Changing the Mains Lead This appliance is fitted with a special mains lead If you need to replace the mains lead due to damage 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 CE Marking certifies that this appliance conforms to the following EEC directives Low Voltage Equipment 72 23 EEC amp 93 68 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility 89 336 EEC 92 31 EEC amp 93 68 EEC Controls Controlling the Temperature of the Freezer Compartment The control wheel on the front panel adjusts the internal freezer temperature The internal freezer temperature should be 18 C or colder The setting of the control wheel will depend on the location of the freezer the room temperature and how often the door is opened The normal set point marked by a 3 on the dial is usually suitable If you need to adjust the temperature turn the control wheel using a coin to avoid damage Clockwise higher number Colder Anti clockwise lower number Warmer You can check the temperature of the freezer compartment by using a Fridge Freezer Thermometer available from Hotpoint Genuine Parts and Accessories Mail Order Hotline see KEY CONTACTS back page WA
14. nough ventilation around the freezer 4 Check door has been closed properly The freezer is too cold Turn the control wheel to a lower number See CONTROLS section The front of the cabinet feels warm You may notice the cabinet front is sometimes warm this is normal and part of the refrigerant circulating system designed to help prevent condensation on the door seal The red warning light will not go out 1 Has the freezer just been installed If so this is normal and the light will go out when the correct temperature has been reached 2 Has the freezer just been loaded with a large quantity of food If so the light will go out when the correct temperature has been reached 3 Check door has been closed properly The amber light is on Fast freeze is selected Remember to turn fast freeze off after 24 hours from the introduction of fresh food to be frozen However if you forget it will automatically cancel after 48 hours The freezer door is difficult to open A well sealed freezer door can be difficult to open This is partly due to the difference in temperature between the room and internal freezer compartment If you have just closed the freezer door it maybe particularly difficult to open again immediately Wait 5 minutes for the internal and external pressure to equalise and try again There has been a power failure WARNING Do not open the freezer door If power failure lasts longer than the maximum c
15. onous flammable or dangerous substances in your freezer d Do not use aerosol sprays for defrosting or cleaning your freezer If you sell the freezer pass on this booklet to the new owner Installation Location amp Air Circulation Locate your freezer away from sources of heat e g cookers radiators direct sunlight as extreme temperature will affect its performance Allow a minimum 30mm 11 4 inches between the top of the freezer and the underside of the worktop 30mm 11 4 inches A A a FT AEE EE LP A AE ET AEE ED as Providing you follow the recommended ventilation requirements you will Prolong the life of the freezer Minimise the risk of condensation on the outside Minimise the running costs Minimise operating sounds caused by vibration Minimum space required to open door of the freezer The freezer needs a space of 600mm 24 inches in front to allow the door to open When positioning the freezer next to a unit a gap of 30mm 1 4 inch can be left at the hinge side of the door to allow the easy removal of furniture If preferred the freezer can be positioned so that a gap is not left This will restrict how far the door can be opened but the furniture can still be removed see diagrams below The door hinge side can be changed to make it easier to open see Door Reversal in the CLEANING amp MAINTENANCE section TOP VIEW 30mm or more TOP VIEW less than 30mm
16. onservation time see USEFUL ADVICE section food should either be cooked and eaten with 24 hours or cooked and refrozen If there is still a problem contact Hotpoint Service see KEY CONTACTS back cover 3 S a 3 e 2 3 ae i 3 g Troubleshooting OPERATING SOUNDS OF A FREEZER These are the normal types of sound that your freezer will make The motor compressor makes a buzzing or humming sound when it is running This can be louder when it first switches on This sound will reduce over the first few months Gases flowing through the pipes can produce gurgling bubbling roaring or humming noises Expansion and contraction of parts inside the freezer can produce a cracking noise as they rapidly change temperature The circulating fan in the freezer can make a whirring or buzzing sound as it blows cold air around the compartment Notes E Hotpoint Guarantee 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 The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in acc
17. ordance with our operating and maintenance instructions 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 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 he appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland The guarantee does not cover 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 08448 24 24
18. sure that your freezer operates as efficiently as possible d Follow food packaging best before use by instructions or your suppliers advice on a suitable maximum storage time d Keep foods tightly covered to retain moisture and prevent flavour odour transference Plastic bags aluminium foil plastic stretch wrap and containers with lids are ideal Select chilled and frozen food last when shopping transport in a cool bag and place in freezer as soon as possible after arriving home Avoid opening the door unnecessarily or for longer than needed Allow hot or warm food to cool down in covered containers before placing in the freezer as placing hot food inside reduces efficiency Prepare fresh foods for freezing in small quantities to ensure that the food freezes quickly and so that its quality does not deteriorate Ensure that packets containers of food are dry before freezing otherwise they may freeze together 10 Useful Advice Storing Food in a Freezer J Freeze and store either fresh food or long term commercially frozen foods J Generally speaking long term storage means up to 3 months but this can vary so always follow your supplier s recommendations otherwise refer to the pictorial guide on the door liner as shown J Place frozen food in the freezer compartment as soon as possible after buying it ai ae J Liquid filled bottles or sealed fizzy drinks must not be stored in freezer as they may burs
19. t J Lollipops and water ices should not be given to children directly from the freezer the low temperature may cause freezer burns J Store ice cream towards the top front of the freezer and remove from freezer 15 30 minutes before serving Ensure food is labelled and dated before placing in freezer J When freezing fresh food follow the instructions for using fast freeze see CONTROLS section z J Do not allow fresh food to come into contact with food already frozen the n frozen food could start to defrost E Once thawed food should be cooked and eaten within 24 hours or cooked 2 and refrozen S m 11 USEFUL ADVICE Useful Advice Advice on Using Freezer Drawers The freezer compartments must be used with the drawers The storage drawers can be easily removed Pull the drawer towards you until it reaches it s stop position Hold securely on both sides lift the front of the drawer to release and remove For cleaning advice see CLEANING amp MAINTENANCE section Ensure that the frozen food storage drawer are pushed back fully before closing the door Food can be separated into different storage drawers for easy identification When lifting or removing the large deep drawer it is important to hold the side handles and not the front handle WARNING The freezer drawers can become heavy when fully loaded with food Care must be taken if attempting to lift or carry a full freezer drawer It is recommended to remove the
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