HOTPOINT HQ9 E1L User Manual
HQ9 E1L and HQ9 B1L
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English REFRIGERATOR USER INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................... 3
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FRENCH DOOR BOTTOM MOUNT REFRIGERATOR
USE AND CARE GUIDE
Table of Contents
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ..............................................................4
Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator .......................................7
PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................8
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................9
Getting Started .................................................................................9
Unpack the Refrigerator ..................................................................9
Location Requirements ..................................................................10
Electrical Requirements .................................................................10
Remove and Replace Refrigerator Doors .....................................12
Remove and Replace Freezer/Multi Temperature Door ................14
Refrigerator Levelling .....................................................................15
Using the Controls .........................................................................16
Lighting the Refrigerator ................................................................17
REFRIGERATOR USE ..................................................................18
Opening and Closing Doors ..........................................................18
SHELVES, BINS AND DRAWERS ................................................19
Freezer Storage Compartments ....................................................20
Audio Reference ............................................................................20
Accessories ....................................................................................20
Assistance or Service ....................................................................20
REFRIGERATOR CARE ...............................................................21
Cleaning .........................................................................................21
Lights ..............................................................................................22
Holiday and Moving Care ..............................................................22
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................23
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REFRIGERATOR SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
DANGER
WARNING
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
follow instructions.
You
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
instructions.
follow
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before using the appliance, read these safety
instructions. Keep them nearby for future reference.
These instructions and the appliance itself provide
important safety warnings, to be observed at all
times. The manufacturer declines any liability for
failure to observe these safety instructions, for
inappropriate use of the appliance or incorrect
setting of controls.
Very young children (0-3 years) should be kept
away from the appliance. Young children (3-8
years) should be kept away from the appliance
unless continuously supervised. Children from 8
years old and above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge can use this appliance
only if they are supervised or have been given
instructions on safe use and understand the
hazards involved. Children must not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must
not be carried out by children without supervision.
PERMITTED USE
CAUTION: The appliance is not intended to
be operated by means of an external switching
device, such as a timer, or separate remote
controlled system.
This appliance is intended to be used in
household and similar applications such as: sta
kitchen areas in shops, oces and other working
environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels,
motels, bed & breakfast and other residential
environments.
This appliance is not for professional use. Do
not use the appliance outdoors.
The appliance is designed for operation in places
where the ambient temperature comes within
the following ranges, according to the climatic
class given on the rating plate. The appliance may
not work properly if it is left for a long time at a
temperature outside the specied range.
Climatic Class Amb. T. (°C)
SN: From 10 to 32 °C; N: From 16 to 32 °C
ST: From 16 to 38 °C; T: From 16 to 43 °C
This appliance does not contain CFCs. The
refrigerant circuit contains R600a (HC). Appliances
with Isobutane (R600a): isobutane is a natural gas
without environmental impact, but is ammable.
Therefore, make sure the refrigerant circuit pipes
are not damaged, especially when emptying the
refrigerant circuit.
WARNING: Do not damage the appliance
refrigerant circuit pipes.
WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the
appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure,
clear of obstruction.
IMPORTANT TO BE READ AND
OBSERVED
WARNING: Do not use mechanical, electric or
chemical means other than those recommended
by the Manufacturer to speed up the defrost
process.
WARNING: Do not use or place electrical
devices inside the appliance compartments if
they are not of the type expressly authorised by
the Manufacturer.
WARNING: Ice makers and/or water dispensers
not directly connected to the water supply must
be lled with potable water only.
WARNING: Automatic ice-makers and/or water
dispensers must be connected to a water supply
that delivers potable water only, with mains water
pressure between 0.17 and 0.81 MPa (1.7 and
8.1bar).
Do not store explosive substances such as
aerosol cans with a ammable propellant in this
appliance.
Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the
ice packs (provided with some models). Do not
eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking
them out of the freezer since they may cause cold
burns.
For products designed to use an air lter inside
an accessible fan cover, the lter must always be in
position when the refrigerator is in function.
Do not store glass containers with liquids in the
freezer compartment since they may break. Do
not obstruct the fan (if included) with food items.
After placing the food check that the door of the
compartments closes properly, especially the
freezer door.
Damaged gaskets must be replaced as soon as
possible.
Use the refrigerator compartment only for
storing fresh food and the freezer compartment
only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food
and making ice cubes.
Avoid storing unwrapped food in
direct contact with internal surfaces of
the refrigerator or freezer compartments.
Appliances could have special compartments
(Fresh Food Compartment, Zero Degree Box, etc.).
Unless specied in the specic booklet of product,
they can be removed, maintaining equivalent
performances.
INSTALLATION
The appliance must be handled and installed by
two or more persons- risk of injury. Use protective
gloves to unpack and install- risk of cuts.
Installation, including water supply (if any) and
electrical connections, and repairs must be carried
out by a qualied technician. Do not repair or
replace any part of the appliance unless specically
stated in the user manual. Keep children away
from the installation site.
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After unpacking the appliance, make sure that it has
not been damaged during transport. In the event
of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest
After-sales Service. Once installed, packaging
waste (plastic, styrofoam parts etc.) must be stored
out of reach of children - risk of suocation. The
appliance must be disconnected from the power
supply before any installation operation - risk of
electric shock. During installation, make sure the
appliance does not damage the power cable - risk
of re or electric shock. Only activate the appliance
when the installation has been completed.
Be careful not to damage the oors (e.g. parquet)
when moving the appliance. Install the appliance
on a oor or support strong enough to take its
weight and in a place suitable for its size and use.
Make sure the appliance is not near a heat source
and that the four feet are stable and resting on
the oor, adjusting them as required, and check
that the appliance is perfectly level using a spirit
level. Wait at least two hours before switching the
appliance on, to ensure that the refrigerant circuit
is fully ecient.
To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a
space on both sides and above the appliance. The
distance between the rear of the appliance and
the wall behind the appliance should be 50mm,
to avoid access to hot surfaces. A reduction of this
space will increase the Energy consumption of
product.
WARNING: To avoid a hazard due to instability,
positioning or xing of the appliance must be done
in accordance with the manufacturer instructions.
It is forbidden to place the refrigerator in such
way that the metal hose of gas stove, metal gas or
water pipes, or electrical wires are in contact with
the refrigerator back wall (condenser coil).
If it is necessary to replace the doors, please
contact the Technical Assistance Center.
ELECTRICAL WARNINGS
It must be possible to disconnect the appliance
from the power supply by unplugging it if plug
is accessible, or by a multi-pole switch installed
upstream of the socket in accordance with the
wiring rules and the appliance must be earthed
in conformity with national electrical safety
standards.
Do not use extension leads, multiple sockets
or adapters. The electrical components must not
be accessible to the user after installation. Do not
use the appliance when you are wet or barefoot.
Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged
power cable or plug, if it is not working properly,
or if it has been damaged or dropped.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
with an identical one by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualied persons in
order to avoid a hazard- risk of electric shock.
WARNING: When positioning the appliance,
ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
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WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable
socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the
rear of the appliance.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is switched
o and disconnected from the power supply
before performing any maintenance operation;
never use steam cleaning equipment - risk of
electric shock.
Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as
window sprays, scouring cleansers, ammable
uids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents,
bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum
products on plastic parts, interior and door liners
or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring
pads, or other harsh cleaning tools.
DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING MATERIALS
The packaging material is 100% recyclable and is marked with the
recycle symbol .
The various parts of the packaging must therefore be disposed of
responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations
governing waste disposal.
DISPOSAL OF HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
This appliance is manufactured with recyclable or reusable materials.
Dispose of it in accordance with local waste disposal regulations.
For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of
household electrical appliances, contact your local authority, the
collection service for household waste or the store where you purchased
the appliance. This appliance is marked in compliance with European
Directive 2012/19/EU, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
negative consequences for the environment and human health.
The symbol on the product or on the accompanying documentation
indicates that it should not be treated as domestic waste but must be
taken to an appropriate collection center for the recycling of electrical
and electronic equipment.
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
Install the appliance in a dry, well ventilated room far away from any heat
source (eg. radiator, cooker, etc.) and in a place not exposed directly to
the sun. If required, use an insulating plate.
To guarantee adequate ventilation follow installation instructions.
Insucient ventilation at the back of the product increases energy
consumption and decreases cooling eciency.
Frequent door opening might cause an increase in Energy Consumption.
The internal temperature of the appliance and the Energy Consumption
may be aected also by the ambient temperature, as well as location of
the appliance. Temperature setting should take into consideration these
factors.
Reduce door opening to a minimum.
When thawing frozen food, place in the refrigerator. The low temperature
of the frozen products cools the food in the refrigerator. Allow warm food
and drinks to cool down before placing in the appliance.
Positioning of the shelves in the refrigerator has no impact on the
ecient usage of energy. Food should be placed on the shelves in such
way to ensure proper air circulation (food should not touch each other
and distance between food and rear wall should be kept).
You can increase storage capacity of frozen food by removing baskets
and, if present, Stop Frost shelf.
Do not worry about noises coming from the compressor which are
described as normal noises in this product's Quick Guide.
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Proper Disposal of Your Old
Refrigerator
WARNING
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past. Scrapped or abandoned refrigerators are still
dangerous—even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are
getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions
to help avoid accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:
■ Take off the doors.
■ Leave the shelves in place so that children cannot easily climb
inside.
Important information to know about disposal of
refrigerants:
Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local
regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed,
refrigerant technician in accordance with established
procedures.
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PARTS AND FEATURES
Top Light
A
B
Hinged Seal
Fresh Crisper
Ice Maker
Super Freeze
Drawers
Balcony
Glass Shelf
Freezer Tray
C
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A . Refrigerator
B . Freezer
C . Multi Temperature (only with HQ9 B1L)
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