HOTPOINT/ARISTON HAC18 T532 Daily Reference Guide

Quick guide
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Wait at least two hours, after the installation, before connecting the appliance to the power supply. Connect the appliance to the power supply it starts the operation automatically. The ideal storage temperatures for the food are preset in the factory.
CONTROL PANEL
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Before using the appliance carefully read the Safety Instruction.
After turning the appliance on, you must wait for 4-6 hours for the correct storage temperature to be reached for a normally lled appliance. Position the antibacterial anti-odour lter in the fan as demonstrated in the lter packaging (if available). If the audible signal sounds, it means that the temperature alarm has intervened: press the button to switch o the acoustic alarms.
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REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE
It is possible to set a dierent temperature with the button (14).
Recommended setting: +4°C
FAST COOL
Press the button (14) for 3 seconds to quickly cool the refrigerator compartment. When the function is turned on the icon (2) lights up. The function automatically turns o after 6 hours, or manually by pressing the button (14) again for 3 seconds.
ON/STANDBY
Press the button (13) for 3 seconds to turn the appliance in stand-by. In Stand-by mode the light in the refrigerator compartment does not turn on. Press the button again briey to reactivate the appliance.
"ACTIVE OXYGEN" FUNCTION
To activate the Active Oxygen function, press the button (13) on the control panel. Through the emission of a small quantity of ozone, this function enables a reduction in the proliferation of bacteria and microorganisms inside the refrigerator and limits bad odours. When the function is activated, led O To deactivate the function, simply press the button (13) on the control panel.
will lit up.
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FREEZER COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE
It is possible to set a dierent temperature with the button (12).
Recommended setting: -18°C
TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
The display shows the refrigerator compartment temperature between 2°C and 8° C (See Control Panel, Refrigerator temperature digits 1) and the temperature of the freezer compartment between -16°C and -24°C (See Control Panel, Freezer temperature digits 4).
To avoid food waste, please refer to the recommended setting and storage times found in the online user manual.
1. Refrigerator temperature digits
2. Fast Cool indicator
3. Precision control indicator
4. Freezer temp digits
5. Fast Freezer indicator
6. Door open indicator
7. Black out indicator
8. Party mode indicator
9. Vacation mode indicator
10. Mode button
11. Stop alarm button
12. Freezer Temperature / fast freeze (3sec)
button
13. Ozonizer / Stand-By (3sec) Button
14. REfrigerator temperature / Fast Cooling
(3sec) Button
FAST FR EEZE
This function is recommended for freezing fresh food. Fresh food should be frozen as quickly as possible, for the best possible preservation and for keeping its nutritional value. Press the Fast Freeze button (12) for 3 seconds when you need to freeze fresh food; the Fast Freeze indicator (5) will lights up. We recommend you to press the Fast Freeze button 24 hours before putting the food in, in order to prepare the freezer compartment for the best possible freezing conditions. We recommend you use the bottom.
Note: avoid a direct contact between the fresh food and the food that is already frozen. To optimise the freezing speed, drawers can be removed and the food can be placed directly on the bottom of the compartment.
TURNING OFF THE SOUND ALARM
To turn o the sound alarm, briey press the button (11).
MODE BUTTON
Allows to select among 2 or more available options. Once MODE is pressed, the rst option is selected. Further pressure of MODE scrolls among the dierent options. Loop of scrolling is: Pressure 1: The 1 Up Pressure 2: The 2 Up Pressure 3: Options O (if any option has been selected); Mode Button Light O
Vacation Mode: You can use this function in the event of a prolonged
absence from home. The display will show the temperature of the refrigerator compartment (+12°C) and the Vacation mode icon will light up. After activating this function, remove the food from the refrigerator compartment and keep both doors closed - the refrigerator will maintain a suitable temperature to prevent odours from forming. The freezer, however, remains at the temperature originally set. A deep clean (of both refrigeration and freezer compartment) is recommended before activating this function in order to prevent the spread of bacteria.
Party Mode: Use this function to chill drinks inside the freezer
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option is shown (Party mode); Mode Button Lights
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option shown (Vacation mode); Mode Button Lights
* Available only on certain models
compartment. Important: do not leave the bottle inside the freezer compartment longer than the function is active (30 minutes). An acoustic signal will advice the end of the function. Press the ALARM button or the MODE button to turn o the alarm.
ACTIVE FREEZE
This is an advanced technology that reduces temperature uctuations in the whole freezer compartment. Freezer burns are reduced and food preserves its original quality and color.
HOW TO STORE FRESH FOOD AND BEVERAGES
This function is automatically engaged when the temperature is between
-22°C and -24°C. If the function is engaged and the user modify the freezer temperature out of the working range, the function is automatically switched o. This feature can be disable by pressing Stop Alarm and Freezer Compartment button together for 3 seconds.
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MINOR COOL ZONE
Suggested for the storage of tropical fruit, cans, drinks, eggs, sauces, pickles, butter, jam
COOL ZONE
Suggested for the storage of cheese, milk, daily food, delicatessen, yogurt
COOLEST AREA
Suggested for storage of cold cuts, desserts, meat and sh.
FRUIT & VEGETABLE DRAWER
REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT Multi Fresh Zone
3 temperature selection to optimally preserve: Meat/Fish; Dairy; Fruit/ Veggies, oering also extra storage space for your fresh greens. Settings:
LOW = Meat and Fish MID = Dairy Food (Cheese and Yogurt) HIGH = Fruits and vegetables
For the correct functioning of the “Multi Fresh zone” drawer, it is necessary that:
the appliance is turned on
one of the following special functions is not selected: Standby,
Cooling-O, Vacation (in this case, remove the food contained in it).
FREEZER DRAWERS
FREEZING ZONE DRAWER
(Max cool zone) Suggested to freeze fresh/cooked food
The load limits are determined by the particular construction (baskets, containers, aps, drawers, shelves, etc.), or the load limits are determined by natural load limits.
Multiow Air Distribution
The multiow helps to distribute evenly the cold air in the cavity for a better food preservation. Food can be placed on any shelf of the appliance. Please pay attention to not obstruct the air distribution vents thus ensuring its free movement.
* Available only on certain models
Light system (depending on model)
This product contains a light source of energy eciency class G
This product contains 2/4 lateral light sources of energy eciency class A and a top light source of energy class G
This product contains a light source of energy eciency class G
FREEZER COMPARTMENT Total No Frost system
The Total No Frost system eectively prevents ice formation, avoiding the hassle of manual defrosting both in freezer and fridge cavity. Its ventilation system provides perfect circulation of cold air in both cavities thus avoiding ice builds up.
Ice cubes*
Fill 2/3 of the ice tray with water and put it back in the freezer compartment. Do not use sharp or pointed objects to remove the ice under any circumstances. The quantity of fresh food that can be frozen in 12 and 24 hours is written on the rating plate.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The drawers, baskets and shelves should be kept in their current position unless otherwise specied in this quick guide. The light system inside the refrigerator compartment uses LED lights, allowing for better lighting than with traditional light bulbs, as well as for very low energy consumption.
DISPOSAL
Doors and lids of the refrigeration appliance should be removed before disposal in the landll, to avoid children or animals getting trapped inside.
This product contains a top light source of energy eciency class G
Easy access tray*
Freezer tray is useful to easily access frequently used products, freeze or simply store leftovers or small items.
Humidity control*
Turn the knob to the left if you are storing vegetables ( for which a more humid environment is recommended), rotate the knob to the right if you are storing fruit ( for which a less humid environment is recommended), turn the knob to the middle if you are storing a mixture of fruit and vegetables.
REMOVING THE DRAWERS
Pull the drawers outwards as far as they will go, lift them up and remove them. To get more volume, the freezer compartment can be used without the drawers. Make sure that the door is closed properly after putting the food back on the grilles/shelves.
** Independently tested by IMSL (Industrial Microbiological Services Ltd, UK) using ISO 22196
TROUBLESHOOTING
What to do if... Possible reasons Solutions
The control panel is switched o, the appliance does not work.
The inside light does not work.
The temperature inside the compartments is not low enough.
The front edge of the appliance, at the door striker seal, is hot.
The icon 6 ligths up, ashes and an acoustic signal sounds.
The icon 7 ligths up, ashes and an acoustic signal sounds and freezer temperature display ashes the temperature reached.
The appliance could be in On/Standby mode. There may be an appliance power supply problem.
The light may need replacing. Contact the Authorized service center.
The appliance could be in On/Standby mode.
There could be various causes (see “Cures”).
This is not a defect. It prevents condensation from forming.
Door open alarm
It is activated when a door remains open for a long period of time.
Black Out alarm
It is activated in case of a prolonged power outage causing an increase in the freezer compartment temperature.
Note: A dierent product temperature cannot be set until the Black Out alarm is deactivated.
Activate the appliance with the On/Standby button. Make sure:
there is not a power outage
the plug is properly inserted in the power socket and the mains double-pole switch (if present) is in the correct position (i.e. allows the appliance to be powered)
the household electrical system protection devices are ecient
the power cable is not broken.
Activate the appliance with the On/Standby button.
Make sure:
the doors close properly
the appliance is not installed near a heat source
the set temperature is adequate
the circulation of air through the vents at the bottom of the appliance is not obstructed.
No cure is necessary.
Close the doors of the product to deactivate the acoustic signal.
Before deactivating the acoustic signal, it is advisable to pay attention to the temperature shown on the Freezer temperature display, corresponding to the highest temperature reached in the freezer compartment during the black out. Press the “Stop Alarm” button briey to deactivate the acoustic signal. After pressing the button, the temperature display shows the set temperatures again. If the freezer compartment has not yet reached the optimum food preservation temperature, the freezer compartment temperature alarm could be activated (see freezer compartment temperature alarm). Check the food before consuming it.
The “Stop Alarm” button
ligths up, the freezer temperatture display ashes, and an acoustic signal sounds.
The letters “F” and "E" ashes on the display.
* Available only on certain models
Policies, standard documentation and additional product information can be found by:
Visiting our website docs . hotpoint . eu
Using QR Code
Alternatively, contact our After-sales Service (See phone number in the warranty booklet). When contacting our After-sales Service, please state the codes provided on your product's identication plate.
The model information can be retrieved using the QR-Code indicated on the energy label. The label also includes the model identier that can be used to consult the https://eprel.ec.europa.eu database portal.
Freezer compartment temperature alarm
The freezer compartment temperature alarm indicates that the compartment temperature is not optimum. This may happen: with rst use, after defrosting and/or cleaning, if large amounts of food are placed inside the freezer or when the freezer door has not been closed properly.
Malfunction alarm
The alarm indicates a fault in a technical component.
Press the “Stop Alarm” button briey to deactivate the acoustic signal: The freezer temperature display stops ashing. The “Stop Alarm” button goes o automatically when optimum temperature conditions are reached. If the freezer compartment temperature alarm stays on, contact the Authorised Service Centre.
Call the authorised Service Centre.
400011513739
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