Hotpoint FFQ50P manual Maintenance and care

Maintenance and care

Switching the appliance off

During cleaning and maintenance it is necessary to disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply:

1.set the FREEZER OPERATION knob on

2.pull the plug out of the socket

! If this procedure is not followed, the alarm may sound.

This alarm does not indicate a malfunction. To restore

Replacing the l Odour filter

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The filter should be replaced after approximately 6-8 months from when it is activated. This period may vary depending on the type of food that is stored. For information on where a replacement filter may be purchased, contact Assistance (see Assistance). To replace the filter, follow the instructions (see diagrams A and B).

normal operation bring the FREEZER OPERATION knob

setting to (off) and turn the appliance on again. To disconnect the appliance, follow point 1 and 2.

Cleaning the appliance

• The external and internal parts, as well as the rubber

seals may be cleaned using a sponge that has been

A

B

	soaked in lukewarm water and bicarbonate of soda or
	neutral soap. Do not use solvents, abrasive products,
	bleach or ammonia.
•	The removable accessories may be soaked in warm
	water and soap or dishwashing liquid. Rinse and dry
	them carefully.
•	The back of the appliance may collect dust which can
	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

•The appliance is manufactured with hygienic materials 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.

•If you want to switch the appliance off for an extended period of time, clean the inside and leave the doors open.

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 by removing

the cover as indicated in the

diagram.

Replace it with a similar light bulb within the power range indicated on the cover (10 W).

Replacing the Aqua Care filter

The Aqua Care system is fitted with an internal meter which guarantees filtering safety. The filter is guaranteed for a maximum volume of 1500 l of water, although this may vary according to the condition and pressure of the water supply. Once this limit has been reached, the water supply will stop, the corresponding alarms are activated (see Troubleshooting) and the filter must be replaced.

!The filter must always be replaced 6 months after it has been installed.

!If the filter is replaced before the exhausted filter alarm indicates the necessity, press the AQUA CARE button for approximately ten seconds before performing the replacement.

Replacing the filter:

1.Deactivate the Aqua Care function (see Control panel)

2.Unscrew the filter, turning it in an anticlockwise direction (1/4 turn)

3.After removing the red cap, screw on the new filter by turning it in a clockwise direction (1/4 turn)

4.Press the AQUA CARE button for approximately five seconds if the filter alarm has activated (see Troubleshooting)

5.Activate the Aqua Care function (see Control panel)

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