Hotpoint MSZ 906 DF (UK) User manual

Contents
Before using the appliance, 2
Safeguarding the environment, 3
Precautions and general
recommendations, 4
If the appliance is not going
to be used, 5
Maintenance and cleaning, 6
Storing, freezing and thawing food, 7
A look inside, 8
Guide to the inside parts, 9
Using the appliance, 10
Using the ice and water dispenser, 13
Using the automatic ice-maker, 14
Changing a water filter cartridge, 15
Troubleshooting guide, 16
Assistance, 19
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User Guide
SIDE BY SIDE REFRIGERATOR
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English, 1
MSZ 900DF (UK)
MSZ 902DF (UK)
MSZ 906DF (UK)

!Your new appliance is designed exclusively for
domestic use.
!After unpacking the appliance, make sure it is not
damaged and that the door closes properly. Any
damage must be reported to the dealer within 24
hours of delivery of the appliance.
!Wait at least two hours before switching the
appliance on, to ensure that the refrigerant circuit is
fully efficient.
!Installation and the electrical connection must be
carried out by a qualified technician, according to the
manufacturer’s instructions and local safety
regulations.
!Clean the inside of the appliance before using it.
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Before using the
appliance

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Safeguarding
the environment
Packing
The packing material is 100% recyclable and bears
the recycling symbol. For disposal, comply with local
regulations. Keep the packing materials (plastic bags,
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, as
they are a potential source of danger.
Scrapping/Disposal
The appliance is manufactured using recyclable
materials.
This appliance is marked in compliance with European
Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring the correct
disposal of this appliance, you can help prevent
potentially negative consequences for the environment
and the health of persons.
The symbol on the appliance, or on the
accompanying documents, indicates that this
appliance should not be treated as domestic waste
but must be taken to a special collection centre for the
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by
cutting off the power cable and removing the doors
and shelves so that children cannot easily climb inside
and become trapped.
Scrap the appliance in compliance with local
regulations on waste disposal, taking it to a special
collection centre; do not leave the appliance
unattended even for a few days, since it is a potential
source of danger for children.
For further information on the treatment, recovery and
recycling of this product, contact your competent local
office, the household waste collection service or the
shop where you purchased the appliance.
Information:
This appliance does not contain CFCs (the refrigerant
circuit contains R134a) or HFCs (the refrigerant circuit
contains R600a) (see the rating plate inside the
appliance).
Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): isobutane is a
natural gas without environmental impact, but is
flammable. Therefore, make sure the refrigerant circuit
pipes are not damaged.
Declaration of conformity
• This appliance has been designed for preserving
food and is manufactured in compliance with
Regulation (CE) No. 1935/2004.
• This appliance has been designed, manufactured
and marketed in compliance with:
- the safety objectives of Low Voltage Directive
2006/95/CE;
- the protection requirements of Directive “EMC”
89/336/EEC amended by Directive 93/68/EEC.
Electrical safety of the appliance can only be
guaranteed if it is correctly connected to an approved
earthing system.

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Precautions and general
recommendations
Installation
• The appliance must be handled and installed by two
or more persons.
• Be careful not to damage the floors (e.g. parquet)
when moving the appliance.
• During installation, make sure the appliance does
not damage the power cable.
• Make sure the appliance is not near a heat source.
• To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a space on
both sides and above the appliance and follow the
installation instructions.
• Keep the appliance ventilation openings free.
• Do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit
pipes.
• Install and level the appliance on a floor strong
enough to take its weight and in a place suitable for
its size and use.
• Install the appliance in a dry and well-ventilated
place. The appliance is arranged for operation in
places where the temperature comes within the
following ranges, according to the climatic class
given on the rating plate.
The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a
long time at a temperature outside the specified
range.
• Make sure the voltage specified on the rating plate
corresponds to that of your home.
• Do not use single/multi adapters or extension cords.
• For the water connection, use the pipe supplied with
the new appliance; do not reuse that of the previous
appliance.
• Power cable modification or replacement must only
be carried out by qualified personnel.
• It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from
the power supply by unplugging it or by means of a
mains two-pole switch installed upstream of the
socket.
Safety
• Do not store or use petrol, flammable liquids or gas
in the vicinity of this or other electrical appliances.
The fumes can cause fires or explosions.
• Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical means
other than those recommended by the Manufacturer
to speed up the defrost process.
• Do not use or place electrical devices inside the
appliance compartments if they are not of the type
expressly authorised by the Manufacturer.
• This appliance is not designed for use by young
children or the infirm without supervision.
• To avoid the risk of children becoming trapped and
suffocating, do not allow them to play or hide inside
the appliance.
• Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the ice
packs (in some models).
• Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after
taking them out of the freezer since they may cause
cold burns.
Use
• Before carrying out any maintenance or cleaning
operation, unplug the appliance or disconnect it
from the power supply.
• All appliances equipped with an automatic
ice-maker and water dispenser must be connected
to a water supply that only delivers drinking water
(with mains water pressure of between 0.17 and 0.81
Mpa (1.7 and 8.1 bar)). Automatic ice-makers and/or
water dispensers not directly connected to the water
supply must be filled with drinking water only.
• Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing
fresh food and the freezer compartment only for
storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making
ice cubes.
• Do not store glass containers with liquids in the
freezer since they may burst.
The Manufacturer declines any liability if the above
advice and precautions are not respected.
Climatic Class Amb. T. (°C) Amb. T. (°F)
SN From 10 to 32 From 50 to 90
N From 16 to 32 From 61 to 90
ST From 16 to 38 From 61 to 100
T From 16 to 43 From 61 to 110

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If the appliance is not
going to be used
In case of power failures of up to 24
hours
Keep the doors of the appliance closed. In this way
the stored food will stay cold as long as possible.
If the appliance is not going to be used
•Disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
• Remove all food if you are going away for more than
three weeks.
• If the appliance has an automatic ice-maker:
1. Shut off the water supply to the automatic
ice-maker.
2. Empty the ice bucket.
• Leave the doors open enough for air to circulate
inside the compartments. This will prevent the
formation of mould and bad odours.

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Maintenance and
cleaning
• Before any cleaning or maintenance operation,
always disconnect the appliance from the power
supply.
• Periodically clean the appliance with a cloth and a
solution of lukewarm water and neutral detergent
specific for refrigerator interiors.
• Never use detergents or abrasives. Never clean the
refrigerator parts with flammable liquids. The fumes
can cause fires or explosions.
• Clean the outside of the appliance and the door
seals with a damp cloth and dry with a soft cloth.
• Do not use steam cleaners.
• Clean the condenser using a vacuum cleaner,
remove the front kickplate (see installation
handbook).
• The buttons and control panel display (located on
the freezer door on some models) must be cleaned
with a dry cloth; do not use alcohol or alcohol-
derived substances.
• The refrigerant system pipes are located near the
defrost pan and can become very hot. Periodically
clean them with a vacuum cleaner.
Replacing light bulbs
Attention
• Always disconnect the refrigerator from the power
supply before replacing any light bulbs.
• Before replacing the light bulb, remove the light
guard that may be present. This will have to be put
back after replacing the light bulb.
• The refrigerator accepts light
bulbs with a bayonet type
mount. These do not need
unscrewing/screwing when
replacing.
• The ice/water dispenser light
bulb has a standard screw type
mount and therefore needs to
be screwed in place.
Replace the lamp with one of the same type, available
from the After-sales Service or from authorised
dealers.

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Storing, freezing and
thawing food
Introduction
Wrap food so that no water, moisture or condensate
can enter; this will prevent odours or aromas going
from one part to another in the refrigerator, ensuring
better preservation of frozen foods. Use plastic
containers with hermetic lids, aluminium trays,
aluminium foil, plastic film and waterproof plastic
wraps.
NOTE: Never place hot food in the freezer. Allow hot
foods to cool to room temperature for 30 minutes, then
wrap and freeze. Cooling hot foods before freezing
saves energy and prolongs the life of the appliance.
Sealing
When sealing food in bags, remove the air (liquids
need space to expand). Fasten the top of the bag with
a string. Put the label inside transparent bags; use
self-adhesive labels for applying on the outside of
opaque bags.
Defrosting
Useful suggestions.
- Raw vegetables: place directly in boiling water
without thawing and cook normally.
- Meat (large cuts): thaw in the refrigerator
compartment without removing the wrapping. Before
cooking, leave at room temperature for a couple of
hours.
- Meat (small cuts): thaw at room temperature or
cook directly.
- Fish: thaw in the refrigerator compartment without
unwrapping or cook directly before completely
thawed. In case of a power failure, the freezer
compartment will maintain an adequate storage
temperature for about 12 hours; during this period, it
is advisable to keep the compartment door closed.
Do not refreeze partially thawed food.
- Already cooked food: heat in the oven without
removing it from the aluminium containers.
- Fruit: thaw in the refrigerator compartment.
FOOD STORAGE CHART
Storage times vary according to the quality of the food, the type of packaging or wrap used (which should be
moisture and steam proof), and the storage temperature (which must be -18 C).
Food category Months
FRUIT
Concentrated fruit juice 12
Fruit (in general) 8-12
Citrus fruit and fresh fruit juices 4-6
VEGETABLES
Commercially frozen 8
Home frozen 8-12
STEWS
Meat, poultry and fish 2-3
FISH
Cod, sole 6
Salmon 2-3
Mackerel, perch 2-3
Already seasoned fish 3
Clams, oysters 3-4
Boiled fish, crabs 3-4
Raw crayfish 12
Food category Months
MEAT
Sausages 4 weeks or less
Hamburgers 1
Beef, veal, lamb 2-3
ROASTS
Beef 6-12
Lamb and veal 6-12
Pork 4-6
Fresh sausages 1-2
STEA S AND CHOPS
Beef 8-12
Lamb, veal, pork 2-4
POULTRY
Chicken or turkey (whole or parts) 12
Duck and goose 6
Cooked poultry (in sauce) 6
Steak (without sauce) 1

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A look inside
Refrigerator Compartment
A. Inside light (depending on model)
B. Shelves
C. Shelf - drawer lid
D. Snack drawer (depending on model)
E. Crisper drawer
F. Crisper drawer moisture control (where provided)
G. Meat / crisper drawer
H. Meat / crisper drawer temperature control (where
provided)
I. Rating plate
J. Dairy compartment
K. Door trays
L. Fresh compartment and Nature Fresh (where
provided)
M. 2 litre door tray with bottle holder (where provided)
N. 0.75 litre door tray
O. Water filter (depending on model)
Freezer Compartment
P. Automatic ice maker
Q. Inside light
R. Glass shelves / racks (depending on model)
S. Drawer / top basket (depending on model)
T. Drawer / bottom basket (depending on model)
U. Ice container
V. Door trays

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Guide to the
inside parts
Removing and repositioning the refrigerator
compartment and freezer shelves.
The shelves can be positioned as required. The glass
shelves are strong enough to hold bottles, milk cartons
and heavy food, however, take care not to bang
products on the shelves. To remove the shelves: pull
the shelf out as far as it goes, then lift and remove it.
Removing the crisper or meat drawer:
1. slide the drawer out as far as it goes;
2. with one hand underneath the drawer, lift and pull it
out;
3. the drawer will come off the runners and can be
pulled out further;
4. to remove it completely, the drawer must be turned:
front end up, rear end down.
Removing and refitting the glass drawer lid.
Lift the front of the frame about 10 cm with one hand,
then lift the back of the frame and pull it out with the
other.
To replace the lid follow the inverse procedure.
Note: To remove the drawers and lids in the freezer
compartment follow the same procedure as for the
refrigerator.
Meat/vegetable drawer temperature control device.
• The cold air is
conveyed inside the
meat drawer through an
opening between the
refrigerator compartment
and the freezer
compartment. In this
way the temperature
inside the meat drawer
is kept lower than the
rest of the refrigerator.
The air flow can be adjusted by means of the
special slider.
• To store vegetables in the meat drawer, shift the
control device all the way to the left, to the
vegetables setting. This avoids possible damage
due to the vegetables freezing.
Crisper moisture control device.
• The level of humidity
inside the crisper can
be adjusted by moving
the slider in the desired
position.
• By moving the slider
to the far right, humidity
will be eliminated from
the compartment. This
setting is better for
preserving fruits and
vegetables with skin.
• By moving the slider to the far left, humidity is
maintained inside the compartment. This setting is
better for preserving leaf vegetables.

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Using the appliance
First use
Connect the appliance to the water system and
power supply (refer to the Installation manual).
When connecting the appliance to the power supply,
the display will show the temperatures preset by the
manufacturer.
Note: Reaching the preset temperatures requires a
variable amount of time. This time depends on several
factors (times the door is open, amount of food stored,
ambient temperature). Average time is between 2
to 3 hours.
Guide to selecting functions
Freezer temperature
The factory-set ideal temperature is -18 C.
As soon as the freezer compartment reaches the
required temperature, it is automatically displayed. To
change the temperature, press the button until the
display shows the temperature required .
Refrigerator temperature
The factory-set ideal temperature is +5 C.
To change the temperature, press the button until
reaching the temperature required.
Ice mode
This function enables to select the type of ice desired:
crushed ice or ice cubes . For further information
refer to the section “Using the ice and water
dispenser” section.