Hoover HFLF3518EW Low Frost Integrated Fridge Freezer Instructions

Hoover HFLF3518EW Low Frost Integrated Fridge Freezer

INSTALLATION

WARNING! The appliance is heavy. Always handle with at least two persons.

Before first use

• Remove all packaging materials.
• Clean the appliance with water and a mild detergent and dry it with soft cloth.
• Check if power supply, socket and fusing are appropriate to the rating plate.
• Check if the power socket is earthed and no multi-plug or extension is present.
• Check if the power plug is accessible after the appliance has been positioned.
• Refrigerator and freezer temperature are automatically set at 4°C and – 18°C respectively. These are the recommended settings. If desired, you can change these temperature manually. See Adjust the temperature.

Environmental conditions

• This appliance should be installed in a room that is dry and well ventilated.
• Do not install the appliance near other heat-emitting appliances (ovens, refrigerators) without isolation or exposed to direct sunlight.
• If this appliance is situated in a cold environment (such as a shed, outhouse or garage), the performance will be affected and this may damage the food.

Install this product in a position where the ambient temperature is not lower or higher than the operating temperature: in this case the appliance does not work properly.

• Extended temperate (SN): ‘this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at  ambienttemperatures ranging from 10 °C to 32 °C’.
• Temperate (N): ‘this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 32 °C’.
• Subtropical (ST): ‘this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 38 °C’.
• Tropical (T): ‘this refrigerating appliance is intended to be used at ambient temperatures ranging from 16 °C to 43 °C’.

Levelling the appliance

The appliance should be placed on a flat and solid surface

1. Tilt the appliance slightly backwards.
2. Turn the feet clockwise to raise the refrigerator.
3. Turn the feet counter clockwise to lower the refrigerator.
   

Moving the appliance

1. Remove all food and unplug the appliance.
2. Secure shelves and other moveable parts in the fridge and in the freezer with adhesive tape.
3. Do not tilt the refrigerator more than 45° to avoid damaging the refrigerating system.

TIPS FOR FOOD STORAGE

Position different food in different compartments according to be below table:

• Foods with natural preservatives, such as jams, juices, drinks, condiments
• Do not store perishable foods

Crisper drawers (salad drawer)|

• Fruits, herbs and vegetables should be placed separately in the crisper bin
• Do not store bananas, onions, potatoes, garlic in the refrigerator

Fridge shelf – middle|

• Dairy products, eggs

Fridge shelf – top|

• Foods that do not need cocking, such as ready- to-eat foods, deli meats, leftovers

Freezer drawer(s)/tray|

• Foods for long-term storage

• Bottom drawer for raw meat, poultry, fish

• Middle drawer for frozen vegetables, chips

• Top tray for ice cream, frozen fruit, frozen baked goods

• It’s suggested to set the temperature at 4°C in the fridge compartment, and, whether possible, at -18°C in the freezer compartment.

• For most food categories, the longest storage time in the fridge compartment is achieved with colder temperatures. Since some particular products (as fresh fruits and vegetables) may be damaged with colder temperatures, it is suggested to keep them in the crisper drawers, whenever present. If not present, maintain an average setting of the thermostat.

• For frozen food, refer to the storage time written on the food packaging. This storage time is achieved whenever the setting respects the reference temperatures of the compartment (one-star -6°C, two stars -12°C, three stars -18°C)

Tips for storing food in the fridge

• Keep your fridge temperature below 5°C.
• Hot food must be cooled to room temperature before storing in the appliance.
• Foods stored in the refrigerator should be washed and dried before storing.
• Food to be stored should be properly sealed to avoid odour or taste alterations. It is advisable to keep food covered with materials that are tasteless, impermeable to air and water, non-toxic and free of pollution, to avoid contamination or odour transfer.
• It is recommended not to obstruct the air outlets of the refrigerator compartment.
• Do no store excessive quantities of food. Leave spaces between foods to allow cold air flowing around them, for a better and more homogenous cooling.
• Leave a gap between foods and the inner walls, allowing air flowing. In special way don’t store foods against the rear wall, as food could freeze.
• The ageing process of some fruit and vegetables (such as melons, papaya, banana, pineapple etc) can be accelerated in the refrigerator; therefore, it is not advisable to store them in the refrigerator. However, the ripening of strongly greed fruits can be promoted for a certain period. Onions, garlic, ginger and other root vegetables should also be stored at room temperature.

Tips for freezing fresh food

• The freezer compartment is suitable for freezing fresh food and storing frozen and deepfrozen food for a long time
• Place the fresh food to be frozen in the freezer compartment
• The maximum amount of food that can be frozen in 24 hours is specified on  the ratingplate
• The freezing process lasts 24 hours: during this period do not add other food to be frozen

Tips for storing food in the freezer

• Keep the freezer temperature at -18°C
• Hot foot must be cooled to room temperature before storing in the freezer compartment
• Food cut into small portions will freeze faster and will be easier to defrost and cook. The recommended weight for each portion is less than 2.5 kg
• It is better to pack the food before putting it into the freezer.
• Defrosted food cannot be re-frozen unless it is first cooked
• Do not load excessive quantities of fresh food in the freezer compartment
• Food can be stored in the freezer at a temperature of at least -18°C for 2 to 12 months, depending on its properties (e.g. meat: 3-12 months, vegetables 6-12 months). Do not exceed the food storage time recommended by the manufacturers.

CARE AND CLEANING

WARNING! Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before cleaning

General

The appliance should be cleaned every four weeks for good maintenance and to prevent bad stored food odours.

• Clean the inside and housing of the appliance with lukewarm water and some neutral soap.
• Rinse and dry with soft cloth.
• Clean the accessories only with lukewarm water and neutral detergent. Make sure that all soap is rinsed off and all parts are dry before replacing them inside the appliance.
• Do not clean any of the parts of the appliance in a dishwasher.
• Allow at least 5 minutes before restarting the appliance as frequent starting may  damagethe compressor.

Replacing the LED-lamps

The internal light is a LED type. To replace the lamp, please contact the customer service. See Troubleshooting.

Door opening alarm

When the appliance door is left open for more than 3 minutes, the door opening alarm will sound. The alarm can be silenced by closing the door or by pressing the SET key (this will not affect the temperature setting, it will just mute the alarm).

Non-use for long periods

If the appliance is not used for an extended period of time:

1.  Take out the food and unplug the power cord.
2.  Clean the appliance as described in the “Care and cleaning – General” section.
3. Keep the door and freezer drawers/door open to prevent the creation of bad odors inside.

Power interruption

In the event of power cut, food should remain safely cold for see rating plate.  Followthese tips during a prolonged power interruption, especially in summer:

• Open the door/drawer as few times as possible.
• Do not put additional food into the appliance during a power interruption.
• If prior notice of a power interruption is given and the interruption duration is longer than the amount of hours indicated on the rating plate, make some ice and put it in the top of the refrigerator compartment.
• The storage period and edible quality of food will be reduced. Any food that defrosts should be either consumed, or cooked and refrozen (where suitable) in order to prevent health risks.

Availability of spare parts

• Thermostats, temperature sensors, printed circuit boards and light sources are  availablefor a minimum period of 7 years after placing the last unit of the model on the market.
• Door handles, door hinges, trays and baskets for a minimum period of 7 years and door gaskets for a minimum period of 10 year, after placing the last unit of the model on the market.

TROUBLESHOOTING

In case of a problem please check all shown possibilities and follow below instructionsbefore contacting an after sales service.

to turn on the appliance
Mains plug is not connected in the mains socket| Connect the mains plug
Fuse has blown or is defective| Check the fuse and replace it if necessary
Socket is defective| Mains malfunctions should be corrected by an electrician
The appliance runs frequently or runs for a too long period of time| The indoor or outdoor temperature is too high| It is normal for the appliance to run longer
The appliance has been off power for a period of time| Normally, it takes 8 to 12 hours for the appliance to cool down completely
A door/drawer of the appliance is not tightly closed| Close the door/drawer and ensure the appliance is located on a level ground and there is no food or container jarring the door

The inside of the refrigerator is dirty and/or smells

| The inside of the refrigerator needs cleaning| Clean the inside of the refrigerator
Food of strong odour is stored in the refrigerator|

Wrap the food thoroughly

Moisture formation on the inside of the refrigerator| The climate is too warm and too damp| Increase the temperature
A door/drawer of the appliance is not tightly closed.| Close the door/drawer
Food containers or liquids are left open| Let hot foods cool to room temperature and cover foods and liquids
Moisture accumulates on the refrigerators outside the surface or between the doors/door and drawer| The climate is too warm and too damp| This is normal in damp climate and will change when the humidity decreases
The door/drawer is not closed tightly| Ensure that the door/drawer is tightly shut
Strong ice and frost in the freezer compartment| The goods were not adequately packaged| Always pack the goods well
A door/drawer of the appliance is not tightly closed| Close the door/drawer
Unusual noises| The appliance is not at level| Re-adjust the feet
The appliance is touching the wall or other objects| Slightly move the appliance
UI Led’s are flashing| One of the sensors is out of range| Contact the assistance
An alarm is beeping| The fridge storage compartment door is open| Close the door or silence the alarm manually
The interior lighting or cooling system does not work| The LED-lamp is out of order| Please call the service for changing the lamp

During operation, the side walls and perimeter of the freezer compartment may be hot: this is normal and is due to the normal working cycle of the product.
To contact the technical assistance, visit our website: https://corporate.haiereurope.com/en/
Under the section “website”, choose the brand of your product and your country. You will be redirected to the specific website where you can find the telephone number and form to contact the technical assistance.
For further information about the product, please consult https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/ or scan the QR on the energy label supplied with the appliance

References

• EPREL Public website

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