Hotpoint ffaa52k-1 manual Installation, Positioning and connection

Installation

GB	! Before placing your new appliance into operation please	Your appliance is supplied with a 13amp fused plug that
	read these operating instructions carefully. They contain	can be plugged into a 13amp socket for immediate use.
	important information for safe use, for installation and for	Before using the appliance please read the instructions
	care of the appliance.	below.
	! Please keep these operating instructions for future	WARNING:
	reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the
		THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
	appliance.
		Replacing fuse covers:
	Positioning and connection	When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13amp ASTA approved
		fuse to BS 1362 should always be used and the fuse
	Positioning	cover re-fitted.
	1. Place the appliance in a well-ventilated humidity-free	If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until a
	room.	replacement is obtained.
	2. Do not obstruct the rear fan grills. The compressor and
	condenser give off heat and require good ventilation to	Replacement fuse covers:
	operate correctly and save energy.
		If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the
	3. Leave a space of at least 10 cm between the top part of
		correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking or the
	the appliance and any furniture above it, and at least 5 cm
		colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug.
	between the sides and any furniture/side walls.
	4. Ensure the appliance is away from any sources of heat
	(direct sunlight, electric stove, etc.).	Changing the plug:
	5. In order to maintain the correct distance between the
	appliance and the wall behind it, fit the spacers supplied
	in the installation kit, following the instructions provided.	Removing the plug
	Levelling	If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug and
		you should wish to remove it to add a longer cable or
	1. Install the appliance on a level and rigid floor.	to re-route the mains cable through partitions, units etc.
	2. If the floor is not perfectly horizontal, make the necessary
		please ensure that either:
	adjustments by tightening or loosening the single foot at
		- The plug is replaced by a fused 13amp re-
	the front of the appliance.
		wireable plug bearing the BSI mark of
	Electrical connections	approval.
		or
	After the appliance has been transported, carefully place it
	vertically and wait at least 3 hours before connecting it to the	- The mains cable is wired directly into a
	electricity mains. Before inserting the plug into the electrical	13amp cable outlet, controlled by a
	socket ensure the following:	switch (in compliance with BS 5733)
	• The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant with	which is accessible without moving the
		appliance.
	the law.
	• The socket can withstand the maximum power of the	Disposing of the plug
	appliance, which is indicated on the data plate located on
		Cut off and dispose of the supplied plug if it does not
	the bottom left side of the fridge (e.g. 150 W).
		fit your socket. The cable should be cut as close as
	• The voltage must be in the range between the values
		possible to the moulded plug.
	indicated on the data plate located on the bottom left side
		Remove the fuse.
	(e.g. 220-240V).
	• The socket is compatible with the plug of the appliance.	WARNING:
	If the socket is incompatible with the plug, ask an
	authorised technician to replace it (see Assistance). Do	To avoid a shock hazard do not insert the discarded
	not use extension cords or multiple sockets.	plug into a socket anywhere else.

! 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.

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