Hotpoint HM 325 FF.2.1 User Manual
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REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER COMBINATION
KHM325FF.1
HM3250F.1
HM325FF.1
Contents
Installation, 2-3
Positioning and connection
Description of the appliance, 4
Overall view
Start-up and use, 5-6
Starting the appliance
Using the refrigerator to its full potential
Using the freezer to its full potential
Maintenance and care, 7
Switching the appliance off
Cleaning the appliance
Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours
Replacing the light bulb
Precautions and tips, 8
General safety
Disposal
Respecting and conserving the environment
Troubleshooting, 9
Guarantee, 10
After Sales Service, 11
Operating Instructions
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Installation
! Before operating your new appliance, please read these
operating instructions carefully. They contain important
information for safe use, installation and care of the
appliance.
! Please keep these operating instructions for future
reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the
appliance.
Positioning and connection
Positioning
1. Place the appliance in a well-ventilated humidity-free
room.
2. Do not obstruct the rear fan grills. The compressor
and condenser give off heat and require good ventilation
to operate correctly and save energy.
3. Ensure the appliance is far away from any sources of
heat (direct sunlight, electric stove, etc.).
Electrical connections
After transportation of the appliance, carefully place it
vertically and wait at least 3 hours before connecting it
to the electricity mains. Before inserting the plug into the
electrical socket ensure the following:
• Theapplianceisearthedandtheplugiscompliant
with the law.
• Thesocketcanwithstandthemaximumpowerofthe
appliance, which is indicated on the data plate located
on the bottom left side of the fridge (e.g. 150 W).
• Thevoltagemustbeintherangebetweenthevalues
indicated on the data plate located on the bottom left
side (e.g. 220-240V).
• Thesocketiscompatiblewiththeplugofthe
appliance.
If the socket is incompatible with the plug, ask an
authorised technician to replace it (see Assistance).
Donotuseextensioncordsormultiplesockets.
! Once the appliance has been installed, the power
supply cable and the electrical socket must be easily
accessible.
! The cable must not be bent or compressed.
! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by
authorised technicians only (see Assistance).
! The manufacturer declines any liability should these
safety measures not be observed.
Your appliance is supplied with a 13amp fused plug that
can be plugged into a 13amp socket for immediate use.
Before using the appliance please read the instructions
below.
WARNING:
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Replacing fuse covers:
When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13amp ASTA approved
fuse to BS 1362 should always be used and the fuse
cover re-fitted.
If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until a
replacement is obtained.
Replacement fuse covers:
If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the
correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking or the
colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug.
Changing the plug:
Removing the plug
If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug and
you should wish to remove it to add a longer cable or
to re-route the mains cable through partitions, units etc.
please ensure that either:
- The plug is replaced by a fused 13amp re-
wireable plug bearing the BSI mark of
approval.
or
- The mains cable is wired directly into a
13amp cable outlet, controlled by a
switch (in compliance with BS 5733)
which is accessible without moving the
appliance.
Disposing of the plug
Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not
fit your socket. The cable should be cut as close as
possible to the moulded plug.
Remove the fuse.
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WARNING:
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...
Green and Yellow - Earth
Blue - Neutral
Brown - 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:
- Connect Green and Yellow wire to terminal
marked ‘E’ or 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.
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/EEC
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Description of the
appliance
Overall view
The instructions contained in this manual are applicable to different model refrigerators. The diagrams may not
directlyrepresenttheappliancepurchased.Formorecomplexfeatures,consultthefollowingpages.
• Varies by number and/or position.
* Available only on certain models.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
LAMP
(see Maintenance)
SHELVES•
FRUIT and VEGETABLE
bin
MULTI-USE bin*
Removable lidded
shelf with EGG TRAY
and BUTTER DISH*
Removable
multipurpose
SHELVES•
FREEZER and
STORAGE
compartment
STORAGE
compartment
ICE CARE ice tray*
Compartment for a
2 LITRE BOTTLE
BOTTLE shelf
HINGED shelf*
BOTTLE RACK/CAN
RACK flap door*
WINE RACK *
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Start-up and use
Starting the appliance
! 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.
1. Insert the plug into the socket and ensure that the
internal light illuminates.
2. Turn the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob to an
average value. After a few hours you will be able to put
food in the refrigerator.
Using the refrigerator to its full potential
The temperature inside the refrigerator compartment
automatically adjusts itself according to the position of
the thermostat knob.
1 = warmest 5 = coldest
We recommend, however, a medium position.
The cooling section of the refrigerator is located
inside the back wall of the refrigerator compartment
for increased space and improved aesthetics. During
operation, the back wall will be covered in frost or
water droplets depending on whether the compressor
is operating or paused. Do not worry, the refrigerator is
functioning normally.
If the TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT knob has been
set on high values with large quantities of food and with
a high ambient temperature, the appliance can operate
continuously,resultinginexcessivefrostformationand
excessiveenergyconsumption:compensateforthisby
shifting the knob towards lower values (defrosting will
occur automatically).
In static appliances, 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:
•Placeonlycoldorlukewarmfoodsinthe
compartment, not hot foods (see Precautions and
tips).
•Rememberthatcookedfoodsdonotlastlongerthan
raw foods.
•Donotstoreliquidsinopencontainers.Theywill
increase humidity in the refrigerator and cause
condensation to form.
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.
MULTI-USE* bin: to store food (such as cold meats) for
a long time and also prevent odours from lingering in the
refrigerator.
BOTTLE RACK/ CAN RACK* flap door: to store a bottle
or several cans horizontally (see diagram). When not
in use, close the flap door to increase the space in the
refrigerator compartment.
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WINE AREA*: to store up
to three bottles of wine (see
diagram). The air circulates
freely between the bottles
guaranteeing rapid cooling.
When not in use, close it to
increase the space on the shelf.
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Using the freezer to its full potential
•Donotre-freezefoodthatisdefrostingorthathas
already been defrosted. These foods must be cooked
and eaten (within 24 hours).
•Freshfoodthatneedstobefrozenmustnotcomeinto
contact with food that has already been defrosted.
Fresh food must be stored above the grill in the
freezer compartment and if possible be in direct
contact with the walls (side and rear), where the
temperature drops below -18°C and guarantees rapid
freezing.
•Donotplaceglassbottleswhichcontainliquids,and
which are corked or hermetically sealed in the freezer
because they could break.
• Themaximumquantityoffoodthatmaybefrozen
daily is indicated on the plate containing the technical
properties located on the bottom left side of the
refrigeratorcompartment(forexample:Kg/24h:4)
•Inordertoobtainagreateramountofspacein
the freezer compartment, you may remove the
bins(exceptthelowestbinandthespecialCOOL
CAREZONEbin(ifexists),whichhasanadjustable
temperature) and place the food directly onto the
racks/glass shelves supplied [where present].
! To avoid blocking the air circulation inside the
freezer compartment, it is advisable not to obstruct the
ventilation holes with food or containers.
! Do not open the door during freezing.
! If there is a power cut or malfunction, do not PLEASE
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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 14°C for an
extendedperiodoftime,theidealtemperaturewill
not be reached in the freezer compartment and food
preservation will be reduced.
Ice tray
The fact that they are situated on the top part of the
freezer drawers ensures greater cleanliness: the ice no
longer comes into contact with the food placed inside
the freezer compartment; furthermore, the dripping of the
water during filling is avoided (a lid to cover up the hole
after filling with water is also provided).
1. Pull out the tray by pushing it up.
Check that the tray is completely empty and fill it with
water through the opening provided.
2.Takecarenottoexceedthelevelindicated(MAX
WATERLEVEL).Excesswaterpreventstheicecubes
from dispensing (if this happens, wait for the ice to melt
and empty the tray).
3. Turn the tray 90°: due to the connected compartments
each mould fills with water (see diagram).
4. Close the opening with the lid provided and put the
tray back, placing the top part in the corresponding
housing and allowing it to drop in again.
5.Whentheicehasformed(minimumtimeapproximately
8 hours) knock the tray against a hard surface and wet
the outside so that the ice cubes come loose and take
them out through the opening.
MAX
WATER LEVEL
MAX
WATER LEVEL
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Maintenance and care
Switching the appliance off
During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to
disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply.
It is not sufficient to set the temperature adjustment knobs
on
0
(appliance off) to eliminate all electrical contact.
Cleaning the appliance
• Werecommendyoucleanyourfridgewithour
Professional Fridge cleaner.To order please call us on
08448 225 225 or visit www.hotpointservice.co.uk
• Theexternalandinternalparts,aswellastherubber
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.
• Theremovableaccessoriesmaybesoakedinwarm
water and soap or dishwashing liquid. Rinse and dry
them carefully.
• Thebackoftheappliancemaycollectdustwhichcan
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.
Avoiding mould and unpleasant odours
• Theapplianceismanufacturedwithhygienicmaterials
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.
• Ifyouwanttoswitchtheapplianceoffforanextended
period of time, clean the inside and leave the doors
open.
Defrosting the appliance
! Follow the instructions below.
To replace the light bulb in the refrigerator compartment,
pull out the plug from the electrical socket. Follow the
instructions below.
Defrosting the refrigerator compartment
The refrigerator has an
automatic defrosting
function: water is ducted to
the back of the appliance
by a special discharge
outlet (see diagram) where
the heat produced by the
compressor causes it to
evaporate. It is necessary
to clean the discharge hole regularly so that the water
can flow out easily.
Replacing the light bulb
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
(A) by unscrewing the
fixing screw (B) which is
located at the back of the
lampcover, as shown (see
diagram). Replace it with
a similar light bulb, the
power of which should not
exceed 15W.
A
B
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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.
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..
General safety
• Theappliancewasdesignedfordomesticuseinside
the home and is not intended for commercial or
industrial use.
• Theappliancemustbeusedtostoreandfreeze
food products by adults only and according to the
instructions in this manual.
• Theappliancemustnotbeinstalledoutdoors,evenin
coveredareas.Itisextremelydangeroustoleavethe
applianceexposedtorainandstorms.
• Donottouchtheappliancewithbarefeetorwithwet
or moist hands and feet.
• Donottouchtheinternalcoolingelements:thiscould
cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
• Whenunpluggingtheappliancealwayspulltheplug
from the mains socket, do not pull on the cable.
• Beforecleaningandmaintenance,alwaysswitchoff
the appliance and disconnect it from the electrical
supply. It is not sufficient to set the temperature
adjustment knobs on 0 (appliance off) to eliminate all
electrical contact.
• Inthecaseofamalfunction,undernocircumstances
should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself.
Repairscarriedoutbyinexperiencedpersons
may cause injury or further malfunctioning of the
appliance.
• Donotuseanysharporpointedutensilsorelectrical
equipment - other than the type recommended by
the manufacturer - inside the frozen food storage
compartments.
• Donotputicecubestakendirectlyfromthefreezer
into your mouth.
• Donotallowchildrentotamperwiththecontrols
or play with the appliance. Under no circumstance
should they be allowed to sit on the bins or to hang
from the door.
• Keeppackagingmaterialoutofthereachofchildren!It
can become a choking or suffocation hazard.
• Thisapplianceisnotintendedforusebypersons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
ormentalcapabilities,orlackofexperienceand
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Disposal
• Observelocalenvironmentalstandardswhen
disposing packaging material for recycling purposes.
• TheEuropeanDirective2002/96/EConWaste
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 bin” symbol 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.
Respecting and conserving the environment
• Installtheapplianceinafreshandwell-ventilatedroom.
Ensure that it is protected from direct sunlight and do not
place it near heat sources.
• Trytoavoidkeepingthedooropenforlongperiodsor
opening the door too frequently in order to conserve
energy.
• Donotfilltheappliancewithtoomuchfood:coldair
must circulate freely for food to be preserved properly.
If circulation is impeded, the compressor will work
continuously.
• Donotplacehotfooddirectlyintotherefrigerator.
The internal temperature will increase and force the
compressor to work harder and will consume more
energy.
• Defrosttheapplianceificeforms(seeMaintenance).
A thick layer of ice makes cold transference to food
products more difficult and results in increased energy
consumption.
• Regularlycheckthedoorsealsandwipecleantoensure
they are free of debris and to prevent cold air from
escaping (see Maintenance).
• Childrenshouldbesupervisedtoensurethattheydo
not play with the appliance.
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Troubleshooting
If the appliance does not work, before calling for Assistance (see Assistance), check for a solution from the following list.
Malfunctions:
The internal light does not illuminate.
The refrigerator and the freezer do not
cool well.
The food inside the refrigerator is
beginning to freeze.
The motor runs continuously.
The appliance makes a lot of noise.
Some of the external parts of the
refrigerator become hot.
The back wall of the refrigerator unit
is covered in frost or droplets of
water.
There is water at the bottom of the
refrigerator.
Possible causes / Solutions:
• Theplughasnotbeeninsertedintotheelectricalsocket,ornotfar
enough to make contact, or there is no power in the house.
• Thedoorsdonotcloseproperlyorthesealsaredamaged.
• Thedoorsareopenedtoofrequently.
• TheTEMPERATUREADJUSTMENTknobisnotinthecorrectposition
• Therefrigeratororthefreezerhavebeenover-filled.
• Theatmospherictemperatureoftheareasurroundingtheapplianceis
lower than 14°C.
• TheTEMPERATUREADJUSTMENTknobisnotinthecorrectposition.
• Thefoodisincontactwiththebackinsidewalloftherefrigerator.
• Thedoorisnotclosedproperlyoriscontinuouslyopened.
• Theoutsideambienttemperatureisveryhigh.
• Thethicknessofthefrostexceeds2-3mm(seeMaintenance).
• Theappliancehasnotbeeninstalledonalevelsurface(seeInstallation).
• Theappliancehasbeeninstalledbetweencabinetsthatvibrateand
make noise.
•Theinternalrefrigerantmakesaslightnoiseevenwhenthecompressor
is off. This is not a defect, it is normal.
•Theseraisedtemperaturesarenecessaryinordertoavoidtheformation
of condensation on certain parts of the product.
•Thisshowstheapplianceisoperatingnormally.
• Thewaterdischargeholeisblocked(seeMaintenance).
Don’t forget should our advice fail to resolve the problem with your appliance please call us on 08448 224 224 to
arrange an engineer visit. Or visit www.hotpointservice.co.uk
Product failures are fully covered by your 12 months parts and labour guarantee. However, if we attend and there
is no product failure or the failure has been caused by damage, misuse or by incorrect installation, charges will
apply.
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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 accordance 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.
- TheapplianceisusedintheUnitedKingdomorRepublicofIreland.
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
willbeachargeforourengineer’stime.Toactivatetheextrapartswarrantyonyourappliance,simply
call our registration line on 08448 24 24 24 (ROI 01 230 0233).
Extended Guarantees
We offer a selection of repair protection plans that enable you to fully cover yourself against the
expenseofrepairbillsforthelifeofyourpolicy.Tofindtheidealplanforyoupleasecallouradviceline
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
experienceanytechnicaldifficultieswithinthefirst90daysofownership.SimplycallourHotpoint
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.
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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
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:
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: 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
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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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