Hotpoint FFA70, FFA80, FFA60, FFS70 manual Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

IS THE FRIDGE FREEZER WORKING AS YOU WANT?

Have you read through the instruction book ?

If you still have a problem, before calling our service organisation see if any of the tips below help.

The fridge freezer will not work

1.Check plug is firmly positioned in the socket outlet and the power supply is switched on.

2.Check power supply with another appliance.

3.Check fuse/circuit breaker.

4.Check the door is closed properly.

The fridge freezer is making a lot of noise

1.Check that the rear pipe work is clear of the wall, skirting board and other obstacles.

2.Check that all feet/wheels are firmly in contact with the floor and the fridge freezer is level.

3.See OPERATING SOUNDS next page.

The temperature is too warm

1.Turn the control wheel to a higher number. See CONTROLS section.

2.If the fridge freezer is close to a heat source, move it to another location.

3.Check that there is enough ventilation around the fridge freezer.

4.Check that the doors have been closed properly.

The temperature is too cold

1.Turn the control wheel to a lower number. See CONTROLS section.

The red high temperature warning light will not go out?

1.Has the fridge freezer just been installed? If so, this is normal and the light will go out when the correct temperature has been reached.

2.Has the fridge freezer been loaded with a large quantity of food? If so, the light will go out when the correct temperature has been reached.

3.Have the doors been closed properly?

I have had a power cut but the red food defrost alert warning light hasn’t come on (Models FFA80, FFA70 & FFS70 only)

The food defrost alert only operates if a power cut has been long enough for the freezer to warm up and start defrosting the food. The freezer insulation will keep food frozen during a short power cut.

The red food defrost alert warning light has come on but I haven’t had a power cut (Models FFA80, FFA70 & FFS70 only)

If you switch your freezer off and empty it or allow it to warm up, the food defrost alert light will come on when you turn the freezer on again. If there is no food inside to defrost press the button beside the light to cancel.

The amber fast freeze indicator light is on?

Fast freeze is selected. Remember to turn fast freeze off after 24 hours from the introduction of fresh food to be frozen. However, if you forget, it will automatically cancel after 48 hours.

The amber holiday indicator light is on? (Models FFA80, FFA70 & FFS70 only)

Holiday mode is selected.

Press the holiday button or open the fridge door to cancel this function and return the fridge freezer to normal operation.

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Contents Instructions for Installation & USE For your safety, read the following advice For Your SafetyWhen installing your fridge freezer When using your fridge freezerInstallation Location & Air CirculationMinimum space required to open door Hinge Cover Mouldings LevellingChanging the Mains Lead Changing the PlugControlling the Temperature of the Freezer Compartment Controlling the Temperature of the Fridge CompartmentControls Indicator LightsFast Freeze Button Freezing Fresh Food Holiday Function Models FFA80, FFA70/FFS70 only To set up holiday modeUseful Advice Storing Food in a Fridge Making the best use of your Fridge FreezerCommodity and Bottle Racks Advice on Adjusting ShelvesEgg Rack Split glass shelfSalad Bins Wine Rack Models FFA80, FFA70 and FFS70 onlyModel FFS70 only FFA80/FFA60 FFA/FFS70 Storing Food in a FreezerIce Tray Advice on Using Freezer DrawersFridge compartment DefrostingFreezer compartment How Frost Free worksCleaning Interior CleaningExterior Door SealsMaintenance Going AwayChanging the Light Bulb Door Reversal Door ReversalRemove Top Door Remove Lower DoorRefit Top Door Door Reversal Refit Lower DoorTroubleshooting Freezer door is difficult to open There is water beneath the salad bin and on the floorIce builds up rapidly inside the fridge Page Page Page Recycling & Disposal Information Hotpoint guaranteeRepair Service and Information Help Desk After Sales ServiceRepair Service and Information Desk After Sales ServiceGenuine Parts and Accessories Key Contacts

FFA70, FFA80, FFA60, FFS70 specifications

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