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Fridge Freezer Appliances

Fridges started becoming popular at the turn of the 20th century. Prior to then, households had used cold rooms or cellars, or ice blocks to keep their perishables fresh. Advances in fridge design and the increased ability of industry to make quality electric goods for a reasonable price led to fridges becoming available to the middle class households.

The first fridge to see widespread use was made by General Electric and was called the “Monitor Top”. However, early fridges used noxious gases to conduct the heat away (like sulfur dioxide or methyl mornate).

Freezers

“Deep Freeze” freezer units became popular after the Second World War when America’s massive war effort turned to peaceful production. The 1950s and 60s saw technical advances like automatic defrosting and automatic ice making. More efficient refrigerators were developed in the 1970s and 80s, although environmental issues eventually led to the banning of very effective Freon refrigerants.

Modern Fridge Freezers

Modern appliances use more eco-friendly R134a as a refridgerant (although we still wouldn’t recommend inhaling any!!) and come with a raft of features such as drinks coolers, crisping drawers (to keep your salads fresh), wine racks and frost-free freezer compartments. With the focus now firmly on global warming and the fear of future energy price hikes, manufacturers are now making models more and more energy efficient. Typically, a standard fridge freezer will use between 1 and 2 units of electricity over a 24 hour period.

Energy Ratings

Fridges and Freezers are now rated from A++ (most efficient) through to G (least efficient) as required under European Law. It goes without saying that the more efficient your fridge, the cheaper it will be to run as the less electricity it will use.

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Energy Ratings

It makes sense to buy an energy efficient product, if only to make savings on your household energy bills.

The EU energy label rates products from A++ (most efficient, using the least energy), down to G (least efficient using the most energy).

By law, the label must be shown on all refrigeration and laundry appliances, dishwashers, electric ovens and lightbulb packaging.

The most efficient products also carry the energy saving recommended logo.

The energy ratings

The more energy efficient an appliance is, the more money you can save – and the more you help the environment. By buying a more efficient model, you’re not compromising when it comes to performance either.

Energy consumption and running costs

This shows how much electricity is used under standard operating conditions, measured in kWh / year “kilowatt hours” for refrigeration or kWh/cycle for washing and other appliances.

You can work out the average annual running cost and saving by multiplying the KWh consumption figure by 9p (which is the average unit price of electricity – your actual savings will depend upon the exact consumption figure).

Performance in other areas

Laundry and dishwashing labels also have ratings for washing, spin and / or drying performance. The A-G indicators here are similar to the main efficiency ratings, and are based on standard industry testing – the test cycle used is on the label. (”A” rating is the best).

Noise

Some models will also include information on the noise of the product. The lower number shown here the less noise the appliance emits.

So remember be kinder to the environment and your pocket, so choose an energy efficient appliance.

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Hotpoint was formed as a company in the early 1900’s. Hotpoint is now the number one white goods brand in the UK and has been voted the UK’s most trusted domestic appliance brand every year for the past eight years in the annual Readers Digest survey.

Hotpoint has a well respected environmental policy for all it’s products. Every year Hotpoint make choices that not only ensure strict compliance with environmental legislation but also aim to develop advanced technological solutions that make thrie products even more eco-compatible. Features such as A+ in energy efficiency and Hotpoint’s Washing Machines’ Eco Cycles and settings ensure Hotpoint are helping you to help the environment when using Hotpoint products.

Hotpoint currently have over 20 fridge freezer models for sale in the UK. All are rated “A” or above in their Energy Class.

Typical Features Currently:

• Ice Box
• Door Storage for Water
• Salad Crisper Shelves Large Internal Storage Space
• Frost Free Freezer Compartment

Flagship Models:

Hotpoint MSZ806DF

• Energy Efficiency: A
• Net Capacity Refrigerator in Litres: 335
• Net Capacity Freezer in Litres: 155
• Width in cm: 90.2
• Height in cm: 177.4
• Depth in cm: 75.2
• Freezer Stars: 4 stars
• Energy Consumption per Year in kWh: 507
• Nofrost System: Yes
• Full NoFrost System: Yes
• Construction: Freestanding
• Integrated: No
• Number of Doors: 2
• Water Dispenser: Yes
• Ice-Cube Dispenser: Yes
• Net Capacity Total Device in Litres: 490
• Home Bar: No
• Energy Saving Trust Feature: No

Mid Budget Models:

Hotpoint MSZ801DF

• Energy Efficiency: A
• Net Capacity Refrigerator in Litres: 340
• Net Capacity Freezer in Litres: 206
• Width in cm: 90.2
• Height in cm: 177.4
• Depth in cm: 68
• Energy Savings Trust Feature: No
• Freezer Stars: 4 stars
• Energy Consumption per Year in kWh: 512
• Nofrost System: Yes
• Full NoFrost System: Yes
• Construction: Freestanding
• Integrated: No
• Number of Doors: 2
• Water Dispenser: No
• Ice-Cube Dispenser: No
• Net Capacity Total Device in Litres: 546
• Home Bar: No

Product Guarantees

Hotpoint’s After Sales Care is second to none. They are Europe’s largest provider of service care to the domestic appliance industry and take pride in the quality and effectiveness that Hotpoint deliver to you.

Satisfaction Guaranteed or your Money Back

In the unlikely event that a technical problem occurs that cannot be resolved, Hotpoint will either replace your machine or give you your money back. This guarantee is valid for 90 days from the date of purchase.

Free Five Year Parts Guarantee

All functional parts are guaranteed for five years. Hotpoint only ask that these are fitted by Hotpoint’s engineers. During the first year, Hotpoint’s engineer’s time and labHotpoint’s are free. The guarantee does not include items which are consumable such as filters and light bulbs or parts that are cosmetic.

Call the Experts

Hotpoint have the largest domestic appliance team of any European manufacturer which means there’s always an engineer near you to provide a fast, local service. You can book a service call with us at any time, 365 days a year.

Service At your Convenience

In most cases Hotpoint can give you the choice of a first or last service call, morning or afternoon, or even a Saturday morning appointment. Hotpoint believe in offering you service when you find it most convenient.

Hotpoint Service Care

You can take out one of Hotpoint’s extended warranties to cover any repair costs that may be necessary. If you have more than one Hotpoint appliance Hotpoint can provide Kitchen Cover to take care of all eventualities.

Extra Facilities For The Disabled

Hotpoint have a range of special accessories to assist the blind, arthritic or disabled in using the majority of Hotpoint’s appliances.

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