Defrosting; Maintenance And Cleaning; Important; Energy Savings - Hoover HVBF6182BFHK Guia Rapida De Uso Y Mantenimiento

Products with display
See Turn ON / OFF Display
For products with a NO FROST freezer compartment, activate the
SUPER FREEZING function 8 hours before introducing the foods.
For the other products, activate the SUPER FREEZING function at the
time of introduction of the foods.

DEFROSTING

Defrosting the refrigerator compartment
During normal functioning, the refrigerator is automatically defrosted.
There is no need to dry the drops of water present on the rear wall or
to eliminate the frost (depending on functioning).
The water is conveyed to the rear part through the drain hole found
there and the heat of the compressor causes it to evaporate.
• Keep the drainage pipe (fi g.12) clean in the refrigerator compartment
to keep it free of water.
Defrosting the freezer compartment
(static products without NO-FROST technology)
When the layer of frost present in the freezer compartment exce-
eds 3mm, it is recommended to proceed with the defrosting as it
increases energy consumption.
1) Rotate the knob to the „0" position (fi g.13)
0
2) Disconnect the power cord.
3) Remove the frozen food and temporarily place them in a cool place.
4) Leave the freezer door open to speed defrosting.
5) Collect the water on the bottom of the product.
6) Dry the freezer.
7) Reconnect the power cord and set the thermostat knob to the
desired position.
8) Wait a moment and reintroduce the frozen foods.
WARNING:
Absolutely avoid the use of open fl ames or electrical appliances, such as
heaters, steam cleaners, candles, oil lamps and the like to accelerate the
defrosting phase.
Do not scrape with a knife or sharp object to remove frost or ice present.
These can damage the refrigerant circuit, the leakage of which can cause
a fi re or damage your eyes.
Defrosting the freezer compartment
(NO-FROST products)
Defrosting is automatic.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Lighting (according to model)
Bulb Replacement
To replace the lamp bulb, place the thermostat knob on 0 and disco-
nnect the power cord. Remove the protective cover (fi g. 14), replace
the bulb with a power rating analogous with that indicated on the
protective cover.(Fig.14)
WARNING:
• The light bulb supplied with this appliance is a „special use
lamp bulb" usable only with the appliance supplied. This „special
use lamp" is not usable for domestic lighting.
• Do not touch the light bulb if it has been on for a long period of
time because it could be very hot.
LED lighting (Where present)
Fig.12
If the product is equipped with LED lights, please contact the Technical
Assistance Service in case of replacement.
Compared to traditional light bulbs, the LEDs last longer and are envi-
ronmentally friendly.
NOTICE:
• Before each operation, remove the refrigerator plug from the
power socket to prevent electric shocks.
• Do not pour water directly on the outside or inside of the refri-
gerator itself. This could lead to oxidation and damaging of the
electrical insulation.

IMPORTANT:

To prevent cracking of the inside surfaces and plastic parts,
follow these suggestions:
• Wipe away any food oils adhered to plastic components.
• The internal parts, gaskets and external parts can be cleaned with a
cloth with warm water and baking soda or a neutral soap. Do not use
solvents, ammonia, bleach or abrasives.
Fig.13
• Remove the accessories, for example, the shelves, from the refrige-
rator and from the door. Wash in hot soapy water. Rinse and thorough-
ly dry.
• The back of the appliance tends to accumulate dust which can be
eliminated with the use of a vacuum cleaner, after having switched off
and disconnected the appliance from the electrical outlet. This provi-
des greater energy effi ciency.

ENERGY SAVINGS

For better energy savings, we suggest:
• Installing the appliance away from heat sources and not expo-
sed to direct sunlight and in a well ventilated room.
• Avoid putting hot food into the refrigerator to avoid increasing
the internal temperature and therefore causing continuous func-
tioning of the compressor.
• Do not excessively stuff foods so as to ensure proper air circu-
lation.
• Defrost the appliance in case there is ice (see DEFROSTING) to
facilitate the transfer of cold.
• ln case of absence of electrical energy, it is advisable to keep
the refrigerator door closed.
• Open or keep the doors of the appliance open as little as possi-
ble
• Avoid adjusting the thermostat to temperatures too cold.
• Remove dust present on the rear of the appliance (see CLEA-
NING).
EN 14
Cleaning
Fig.14