FRIDGE FREEZER - MODELS RFA18, RFM18, RFA66, RFM66
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION & USE
GETTING STARTED: To ensure that your fridge freezer runs reliably and efficiently follow these steps.
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Level the fridge 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 fridge freezer.
STEP 5
Plug in and switch on. Allow the fridge freezer to cool before placing food inside.
The high temperature light will stay on until the fridge freezer has cooled down.
All food in the fridge freezer should be covered.
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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 48 hours.
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Your fridge freezer is now working.
If after 24 hours your fridge freezer is not operating as you want, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING section.
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.
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MAINTENANCE |
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For Your Safety
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For your safety, read the following advice:
The fridge freezer cooling system contains a small amount of gas which is environmentally friendly but flammable. To avoid any risk :-
Install the fridge freezer following the installation instructions and ensure that ventilation openings are kept clear of obstruction.
Take care when installing or moving the fridge freezer to avoid damaging the pipes on the rear.
If you suspect a leak, do not switch on the fridge freezer, but open the windows and doors to ventilate the room.
Do not use any mechanical or electrical devices inside the fridge freezer, for instance for manual defrosting, they may cause damage.
Only use this fridge freezer for storing domestic foodstuffs.
When installing your fridge freezer :-
Ensure that the mains cable is not trapped underneath or behind the fridge freezer when you install or move it.
Do not stack any other appliance on top of this fridge freezer as they may damage the fridge freezer or become unstable.
When using your fridge freezer :-
Do not sit or stand on top of your fridge freezer.
Do not store poisonous, flammable or dangerous substances in your fridge freezer.
Do not use aerosol sprays for defrosting or cleaning your fridge freezer.
If you sell the fridge freezer, pass on this booklet to the new owner.
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Location & Air Circulation
Locate your fridge freezer 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 freezer and the ceiling or the underside of a wall cupboard.
Providing you follow the recommended ventilation requirements you will :-
Prolong the life of the fridge freezer.
Minimise the risk of condensation on the outside of the fridge freezer.
Minimise the running costs.
Minimise operating sounds caused by vibration.
Minimum space required to open door
100mm 
(4 inches)
The fridge freezer needs a space of 600mm (24 inches) in front to allow the door to open.
When positioning the fridge freezer next to a unit, a gap of 30mm (11/4 inch) can be left at the hinge side of the door to allow the easy removal of furniture. If preferred the fridge 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 & MAINTENANCE section).
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Levelling:
Level the fridge 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 doors aligned which helps the fridge freezer run reliably and efficiently.
Note: Before plugging in and switching on, leave the fridge freezer standing in its final location for at least 15 minutes to allow it to settle.
WARNING: Failure to level the appliance correctly may result in misalignment of the cabinet and/or doors.
Bottle Retainer (not applicable to all models):
To fit the bottle rack retainer:
Locate the retainer groove at one end of the bottle rack and then gradually press down along the top edge until the retainer is fully in the home position.
Defrost Tube:
A tube is supplied to help feed defrost water into a collecting vessel, ie. a bowl (see ‘Defrosting’ in the CLEANING & MAINTENANCE section).
For safe keeping until required, the tube can be stored in the floor of the freezer compartment.
Defrost tube in storage position 
Floor of the freezer compartment 
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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
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If 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 & 93/68 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC & 93/68/EEC
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CONTROLS
Controls
Controlling the Temperature of the Fridge Compartment
The left hand control wheel on the front panel adjusts the internal fridge compartment temperature. The internal temperature should be 5˚C or colder, although some sections such as the salad bin will be slightly warmer.The setting of the control wheel will depend on the location of the fridge 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
Temperature Indicator (not applicable to all models)
The temperature indicator is located on the bottom right hand side of the fridge compartment wall.
This indicator shows when the fridge compartment of your fridge freezer is operating at the correct temperature.
After plugging in and switching on PLEASE WAIT 24 HOURS for the fridge compartment temperature to stabilise. After this time the indicator should clearly show OK and that indicates the fridge compartment is operating at the correct temperature.
If the indicator is completely black, the compartment temperature is too high and you should adjust the left hand control wheel to a colder setting (see above).
If you have to adjust the temperature setting please WAIT A MINIMUM OF 10 HOURS, this is time for the temperature to stabilise before checking that the indicator is showing OK.
If large quantities of food have been added or if the fridge compartment door has been opened frequently it is normal for the temperature indicator not to show OK. WAIT A MINIMUM OF 10 HOURS before adjusting the temperature to a colder setting.
Controlling the Temperature of the Freezer Compartment
The right hand control wheel on the front panel adjusts the internal freezer compartment temperature. The internal temperature should be -18˚C or colder.The setting of the control wheel will depend on the location of the fridge 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 fridge freezer compartments 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.
Your fridge freezer must NOT be placed in a room where the temperature goes below 6˚C or above 38˚C (models RFA18, RFM18), below 6˚C or above 43˚C (models RFA66, RFM66) for prolonged periods, as the internal temperatures will not be maintained.
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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.
Amber Holiday Light (Models RFA18,RFM18 only)
The amber holiday light indicates that the holiday mode is set.
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.
Holiday Function (Models RFA18,RFM18 only)
This feature allows you to set your fridge compartment to a warmer setting while you are away on holiday, to reduce running costs without affecting the freezer.
To set up holiday mode:
1.Remove any food, from the fridge compartment, that will deteriorate while you are away. Make sure the fridge is clean.
2.Close the door.
3.Press the holiday button and the amber holiday indicator light will show that holiday mode is set.
To reset to normal operation:
1.Press the holiday button OR open the fridge door. The amber holiday indicator light will go out to show holiday mode is cancelled.
2.The fridge compartment will return to the temperature set on the fridge temperature control wheel.
Note : Opening the door or pressing the holiday button at any time after holiday mode has been set will turn the function off. The holiday button works independently of the fridge temperature control wheel.
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CONTROLS
Fast Freeze Button - Freezing Fresh Food
The top compartment with or without the drawers, should be used to freeze fresh food. Transfer already frozen food to one of the lower compartments/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 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:
RFA18,RFM18,RFA66,RFM66 15kg
Note : Don’t forget to turn fast freeze off after 24 hours.
However fast freeze will turn off automatically after 48 hours if you do forget.
Pre-Freeze chart when selecting Fast Freeze:
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RFA/M18 |
10 to 15kg max. |
24 hours |
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RFA/M66 |
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RFA/M18 |
5 to 10kg |
12 hours |
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RFA/M18 |
2 to 5kg |
6 hours |
Directly on the top compartment grid |
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OR in the top drawer. |
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