Hotpoint RC15P, Handbook

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Contents

Page

Electrical Requirements ................................................................................................................ 2
Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 4
Features ........................................................................................................................................ 5
The Controls ................................................................................................................................. 6
Loading the Freezer, Storage ....................................................................................................... 7
Defrosting ...................................................................................................................................... 8
Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................ 9
Power Failure, Interior Light .......................................................................................................... 9
Safety Information ....................................................................................................................... 10
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................... 10
Guide to Freezing ........................................................................................................................ 11
After Sales / Hotpoint Guarantee ........................................................................................... 12-13
Key Contacts ................................................................................................................. Back Cover

Disposal notes:

The packaging is designed to protect the appliance and individual components during transport
and is made of recyclable materials.
Corrugated board/board
Moulded polystyrene (foamed, CFC-free polystyrene).
Polythene bags and sheets
Wood
Polyproplene straps

Keep packaging materials away from children - polythene sheets and bags can suffocate.

Please return packaging material to your nearest official collection point so that the various
materials can be reused or recycled as far as possible.

Ensure that the refrigerant circuit is not damaged before the appliance that is no longer needed
is taken away for disposal. In this way the refrigerant will not escape into the environment.
Exact details of the refrigerant used can be found on the type plate. The heat insulator is
PU with Pentane.
Information on collection dates or collection points can be obtained from the waste disposal
authorities or local council.

Technical Safety

The refrigerant R600a is environmently friendly but flammable, take care not to damage the
refrigerant circuit pipes. If refrigerant does escape, immediately ensure that the area is well
ventilated.
Do not use electrical appliances; i.e ice makers, inside the appliance.
In the event that the appliance is damaged, contact the supplier immediately before connecting
to the mains.
To guarantee safe operation, ensure that the appliance is set up and connected as described in
these operating instructions, and that Hotpoint service dept. only carries out any repairs and
work on the appliance.

Retention of the Instruction Book

This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on the
safe and proper use of the appliance.
If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else, or move house and leave it behind, make sure
this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety
warnings.