Hotpoint-Ariston MBL 1913 F/HA: Installation

Installation

! Before placing your new appliance into operation

Electrical connections

GB

please read these operating instructions carefully. They

After the appliance has been transported, carefully place

contain important information for safe use, for

it vertically and wait at least 3 hours before connecting it

installation and for care of the appliance.

to the electricity mains. Before inserting the plug into the

electrical socket ensure the following:

! Please keep these operating instructions for future

 The appliance is earthed and the plug is compliant

reference. Pass them on to possible new owners of the

with the law.

appliance.

 The socket can withstand the maximum power of the

appliance, which is indicated on the data plate located

Positioning and connection

on the bottom left side of the fridge (e.g. 150 W).

 The voltage must be in the range between the values

Positioning

indicated on the data plate located on the bottom left

1. Place the appliance in a well-ventilated humidity-free

side (e.g. 220-240V).

room.

 The socket is compatible with the plug of the

2. Do not obstruct the rear fan grills. The compressor

appliance.

and condenser give off heat and require good

If the socket is incompatible with the plug, ask an

ventilation to operate correctly and save energy.

authorised technician to replace it (see Assistance).

3. Leave a space of at least 10 cm between the top part

Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.

of the appliance and any furniture above it, and at

least 5 cm between the sides and any furniture/side

! Once the appliance has been installed, the power

walls.

supply cable and the electrical socket must be easily

4. Ensure the appliance is away from any sources of

accessible.

heat (direct sunlight, electric stove, etc.).

! The cable must not be bent or compressed.

5. In order to maintain the correct distance between the

! The cable must be checked regularly and replaced by

appliance and the wall behind it, fit the spacers

authorised technicians only (see Assistance).

supplied in the installation kit, following the

!

The manufacturer declines any liability should

instructions provided.

these safety measures not be observed.

Levelling

1. Install the appliance on a level and rigid floor.

2. If the floor is not perfectly horizontal, adjust the

refrigerator by tightening or loosening the front feet.

12