Haier HC33SW20RB Maintance Manual

Refrigerator / Freezer Refrigerador /

Congelador

User Manual

Manual del Usuario

HC33SW20RB

English

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Read all of the instructions before using this appliance. When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

NOTE: If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position

for any period of time wait 24 hours before plugging the unit in.

1) Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care guide.

2) This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in the installation section.

3) Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.

4) Repair or replace immediately, all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length, the plug or the connector end.

5) Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or before making any repairs.

Note: If for any reason this product requires service, we strongly recommend that a certified technician performs the service.

6) DANGER - Risk of Fire or Explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use Mechanical devices to defrost refrigerator. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

7) If your old refrigerator is not being used, we recommend that you remove the doors and leave the shelves in place. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children.

8) After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment, particularly when hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces.

9) Do not refreeze foods that have been thawed completely. The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 reads: “…You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold-below 40˚F.

“…Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be discarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable, discard it. The food may be dangerous to eat. “…Even partial thawing and re-freezing reduce the eating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables, and prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible, to save as much of its eating quality as you can.”

10) This refrigerator should not be recessed or built-in in an enclosed

cabinet. It is designed for freestanding installation only.

11) Do not operate your refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION - Risk of Fire or Explosion

Dispose of property in accordance with Federal or Local

Regulations. Flammable refrigerant used.

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DANGER

Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old

refrigerator or freezer, take off the doors. Leave the shelves

in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Thank you for using our Haier product. This easy-to-use manual will guide you in getting the best use of your refrigerator.

Remember to record the model and serial number. They are on a label in the rear of the refrigerator.

Staple your receipt to your manual. You will need it to obtain warranty service.

Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................................1

PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................4

INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ............................................5

Unpacking Your Refrigerator .............................................................5

Leveling Your Refrigerator .................................................................5

Proper Air Circulation .......................................................................5

Reversing the Door ...........................................................................5

Door Alignment ...............................................................................6

Electrical Requirements .....................................................................7

Use of Extension Cord ......................................................................7

Installation Limitations .......................................................................7

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES AND USE ..........................................8

General Features .............................................................................8

Refrigerator Interior Shelves ...............................................................8

Food Storage Information .................................................................9

Normal Operating Sounds ..............................................................10

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PROPER REFRIGERATOR CARE AND CLEANING ......................11

Cleaning and Maintenance .............................................................11

Defrost ..........................................................................................11

Power Interruptions .........................................................................12

Vacation and Moving Care .............................................................12

Energy Saving Tips.........................................................................12

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................13

WARRANTY INFORMATION .....................................................14

PARTS AND FEATURES

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1. 2 Full-Width Glass Shelves

2. Drip Tray

3. Freezer Compartment

4. Adjustable Temperature Control

5. Ice Cube Tray

6. 1 Full-width Can Storage Shelf

7. 2 Half-Width Door Bins

8. Full-Width Door Shelf

9. 2 Liter Bottle Door Storage

10. Leveling Legs

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INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Unpacking Your Refrigerator

1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all adhesive

tape holding the refrigerator accessories inside and outside.

2. Inspect and remove any remains of packing, tape or printed materials before

powering on the refrigerator.

CAUTION

Risk of Fire or Explosion due to puncture of refrigerant tubing. Flammable refrigerant used. Handle with care when moving refrigerator to avoid either damaging the refrigerant tubing or increasing the risk of a leak.

Leveling Your Refrigerator

• Your refrigerator has two leveling legs which are located in the front bottom

corners of your refrigerator. After properly placing your refrigerator in its final position, you can level your refrigerator.

• Leveling legs can be adjusted by turning them counterclockwise to raise

your refrigerator or by turning them clockwise to lower your refrigerator. The refrigerator door will close easier when the leveling legs are extended.

Proper Air Circulation

• To ensure your refrigerator works at the maximum efficiency it was designed

for, you should install it in a location where there is proper air circulation, plumbing and electrical connections.

• The following are recommended clearances around the refrigerator:

Sides……………4"

Top..................4"

Back.................4"

Reversing the Door Hinge

1. Remove any loose items in the refrigerator and carefully turn refrigerator on its

back.

2. Remove the top hinge cover using a flat head screw driver and gently push

up.

3. Using a Phillips head screwdriver, loosen and remove the screws holding the

top hinge in place.

4. Remove top hinge and carefully lift off the door.

5. Remove the screw hole plugs from the opposite side and insert the plugs in the

screw hole openings of the just removed screws.

6. Remove both front leveling legs.

7. Loosen the screws holding the lower hinge bracket to the refrigerator and

remove screws and bracket.

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8. Align lower hinge bracket on opposide side and insert screws into the holes.

9. Align hole in the door with the door pin in lower hinge and gently push down until firm.

10. Re-install both leveling legs.

11. Align upper hinge bracket with screw holes, insert screws and partially

secure, check that door and cabinet are properly aligned and then secure tightly.

12. Replace top hinge cover.

Hole Plugs

As the door gets pressed in during shipping, after reversing the door, the

NOTE:

Cover Screws Top Hinge

Lower Hinge

Screws

gasket may have to be reset. This is done to prevent the cool refrigerated air from escaping. If there is a gap between the door gasket and the cabinet, set the gasket by gently pulling it out to seal the gap.

Door Alignment

1. Remove the top hinge cover by using a flathead screwdriver. Place the head under the front edge of the cap and gently lift.

2. Loosen the top hinge screws using a Phillips head screw driver.

3. Adjust the door or put a spacer in between and tighten the screws.

4. Replace the top hinge cover by aligning the rear of the cover with the rear of the hinge. Press firmly on the front of the cover until it snaps in place.

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Electrical Requirement

• Make sure there is a suitable power outlet (115 volts, 15 amps outlet) with

proper grounding to power the refrigerator.

• Avoid the use of three prong adapters or cutting off the third grounding prong

in order to accommodate a two prong outlet. This is a dangerous practice since it provides no effective grounding for the refrigerator and may result in shock hazard.

Use of Extension Cords

• Avoid the use of an extension cord because of potential safety hazards under

certain conditions. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot outlet that will accept the plug. The marked rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.

Installation Limitations

• Do not install your refrigerator in any location not properly insulated or heated,

e.g. garage, etc. Your refrigerator was not designed to operate in temperature settings below 55˚ Fahrenheit.

• Select a suitable location for the refrigerator on a hard even surface away

from direct sunlight or heat source, e.g. radiators, baseboard heaters, cooking appliances, etc. Any floor unevenness should be corrected with the leveling legs located on the front bottom corners of the refrigerator.

NOTE: As the door gets pressed in during shipping, after reversing the door, the

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REFRIGERATOR FEATURES AND USE

General Features Adjustable temperature dial:

Your refrigerator will automatically maintain the temperature level you select. The temperature control dial has 5 settings plus "0". 1 is the warmest. 5 is the coldest. At first, set the dial to 3 and allow 24 hours to pass before adjusting the temperature to your needs.

(Note: If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of time wait 24 hours before plugging the unit in.)

Freezer Compartment / Use of the Ice Cube Trays

This compartment is designed for making ice cubes and for short-term food

storage (a few days at most).

WARNING: This compartment is not cold enough to freeze foods safely for

more than 5 days.

• If ice cube tray freezes to the bottom of the compartment, pour a little warm

water around it to loosen it. Do not use boiling water, which can damage plastic parts, or sharp metal objects such as a knife or screwdriver, which can damage the cooling system tubing. Wash the ice cube tray in lukewarm water only. Do not wash in the dishwasher.

Refrigerator Interior Shelves

To remove or replace a full-width slide-out shelf:

(see fig. # 2)

1. Gently tilt the shelf up and slide forward until the shelf has been completely removed.

2. To replace the shelf, gently slide the shelf back.

fig. # 2

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