Haier HCM050JA User Manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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

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

2) This freezer 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 freezer 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.

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5) Unplug your freezer 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) Do not use any electrical device or any sharp instrument in
defrosting your freezer.

7) If your old freezer is not being used, we recommend that you remove the
doors. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children.

8) After your freezer 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, which 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 off­color 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."

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10) This freezer should not be recessed or built-in an enclosed cabinet. It is

designed for freestanding installation only.

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

For Future Reference Please

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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.

As per UL 250 11.2.6

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

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

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 Freezer ....................................................................5

Unpacking Your Freezer..........................................................................5

Adjusting Your Freezer.............................................................................5

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

Electrical Requirements ...........................................................................6

Freezer Features And Use..................................................................7

Operating Your Freezer ..........................................................................7

General Features....................................................................................7

Fast Freeze ............................................................................................8

Food Storage Baskets..............................................................................8

Defrosting And Draining ........................................................................9

Lock And Key ........................................................................................9

Food Storage Information ....................................................................10

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

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Proper Freezer Care and Cleaning ............................................11

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

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

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

Troubleshooting..............................................................................13

Warranty Information ..................................................................15

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Parts And Features

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1. Temperature Control Adjustment

2. Power-On Indicator (green switch)

3. Fast Freeze Switch (orange switch)

4. Lock and Key

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5. Vinyl Coated Wire Baskets (2)

6. Interior Drain Plug (see insert)

7. Exterior Drain Plug

8. Casters

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Installing Your Freezer

Unpacking Your Freezer

1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all
adhesive tape holding the freezer accessories inside and
outside.

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

materials before powering on the freezer.

Adjusting Your Freezer

• Your freezer is designed for freestanding installation only.
It should not be recessed or built-in.

• Place the freezer on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded.

• When moving the freezer, never tilt it more than a 45-degree angle.
This could damage the compressor and the sealed system.

• If the freezer is tilted let it stand in an upright position for at least 24
hours prior to plugging. This is to allow the refrigerant to settle.

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Proper Air Circulation

• To assure your freezer 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" (102mm)

Top....................4" (102mm)

Back..................4" (102mm)

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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 freezer.

• Avoid the use of three plug adapters or cutting off the third grounding in
order to accommodate a two plug outlet. This is a dangerous practice
since it provides no effective grounding for the freezer and may result in
shock hazard.

Install Limitations

• Do not install your freezer in any location not properly insulated or
heated e.g. garage etc. Your freezer was not designed to operate in
temperature settings below 55˚ Fahrenheit.

• Select a suitable location for the freezer 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.

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Freezer Features And Use

Operating Your Freezer

• Once the freezer is in its proper place, plug it in an electrical outlet
having 115 volts and 15 amps.

• Set the temperature, on the temperature control knob. “I” being the
warmest and “III” being the coldest. Initially set the temperature on “II”.
Place food inside the freezer (green light will come on indicating that the
freezer is in operation). After using the freezer for 24 hours set the
freezer to your desired setting.

• In case you unplug your freezer or experience an electrical outage,
allow 5 minutes before plugging it back in.

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General Features

Adjustable temperature dial:

Your freezer will automatically maintain
the temperature level you select. The
temperature control dial has 3 settings

plus OFF. “I” is the warmest, “III” is the
coldest. Turning the dial to OFF stops
cooling the freezer. Set the dial to “II”
and allow 24 hours to pass before
adjusting the temperature to your needs.

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(see fig. # 1)

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

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Fast Freeze

(see fig. # 1)

• Your freezer is equipped with a Fast Freeze switch (orange switch),
which will allow you to quickly freeze food when initially
turning on the freezer or when you have added a lot of food at one
time. Flip the orange Fast Freeze switch on and the compressor will run
continuously. Turn off the Fast Freeze feature once food has reached
desired temperature.

Note: Do not forget to turn off the fast freeze switch when not required.

Doing so will avoid unnecessary energy use.

temperature control dial

orange fast freeze switch

fig. # 1

green power-on light

Food Storage Baskets

(see fig. # 2)

• Your freezer has 2 baskets. Removable baskets allow you
to store food more accessably or you can remove them if not needed.

fig. # 2

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Defrosting and Draining the Freezer:

• Defrost whenever the frost becomes 1/4" thick. Never use a sharp or
metallic instrument to remove the frost as it may damage the cooling
coils. (A punctured coil will void the warranty)

• Turn the temperature control to OFF position and unplug the unit.
Remove the drain plug from the inside of the freezer (see fig. #3a).
Defrosting usually takes a few hours. To defrost faster keep the
freezer door open.

• For draining, place a tray beneath the outer drain plug. Pull out the
drain dial (see fig. #3b) and rotate it so that the arrow points down­ward. This will let the water flow out in the tray. When done, push the
drain dial in and turn the arrow to the up position. Re-plug the drain
plug inside the freezer compartment. Note: monitor the container under
the drain to avoid overflow.

• Wipe the interior of the freezer and replace the electrical plug in
the electrical outlet.

• Reset the temperature control to the desired setting.

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fig. # 3a fig. # 3b

Lock and Key:

• Your freezer has a lock and key feature to secure the freezer. Close the
lid and turn key to lock. Turn key in opposite direction
to unlock.

fig. # 4

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Food Storage Information

Frozen Food:

• Wipe containers before storing to avoid needless spills.

• Hot food should be allowed to cool before storing in the freezer.
This will prevent unnecessary energy use.

• When storing meats, keep in the original
packaging or rewrap as necessary.

• Proper freezer storage requires correct packaging. All foods must be in
packages, which do not allow the flow of air or moisture in, or out.
Improper storage will result in odor and taste transfer and will result in
the drying out of the improperly packaged food.

• Follow package or container instructions for proper storage.

• Packaging Recommendations:

Plastic containers with air tight lids
Heavy duty aluminum foil
Plastic wrap made from saran film
Self-sealing plastic bags

• Do not refreeze defrosted/thawed foods.

• It is recommended that the freezing date be marked on the packaging.

Normal Operating Sounds You May Hear

• Boiling water, gurgling sounds or slight vibrations that are the result of
the refrigerant circulating through the cooling coils.

• The thermostat control will click when it cycles on and off.

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Proper Freezer Care and Cleaning

Cleaning and Maintenance

Warning: To avoid electric shock always unplug your

freezer before cleaning. Ignoring this warning may
result in death or injury.

Caution: Before using cleaning products, always read and

follow manufacturer’s instructions and warnings to
avoid personal injury or product damage.

General:

• Prepare a cleaning solution of 3-4 tablespoons of
baking soda mixed with warm water. Use sponge or
soft cloth, dampened with the cleaning solution, to
wipe down your freezer.

• Rinse with clean warm water and dry with a soft cloth.

• Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasives, ammonia,
chlorine bleach,concentrated detergents, solvents or
metal scouring pads. SOME of these chemicals may
dissolve, damage and/or discolor your freezer.

Door Gaskets:

• Clean door gaskets every three months according to
general instructions. Gaskets must be kept clean and
pliable to assure a proper seal.

• Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of gas­kets will keep the gasket pliable and assure a good
seal.

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Power Interruptions

• Occasionally there may be power interruptions due to thunderstorms or
other causes. Remove the power cord from AC outlet when a power
outage occurs. When power has been restored, replug power cord to
AC outlet. If outage is for a prolonged period, inspect and discard
spoiled or thawed food in freezer. Clean freezer before reusing.

Vacation and Moving Care

• For long vacations or absences, empty food from freezer, move the
temperature DIAL to the OFF position and clean the door gaskets
according to "General cleaning" section. Prop doors open, so air can
circulate inside. When moving always move the freezer
vertically. Do not move with the unit lying down. Possible damage to the
sealed system could occur.

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TroubleShooting

Freezer Does Not Operate:

• Check if thermostat control is not in the “OFF” position.

• Check if freezer is plugged in.

• Check if there is power at the ac outlet, by checking the circuit breaker.

• Wait for 30-40 minutes to see whether freezer will start. Compressor
cycle must be complete to operate.

Food temperature appears too warm:

• Frequent door openings.

• Allow time for recently added warm food to reach
freezer temperature.

• Check gaskets for proper seal.

• Clean condenser coils (for models with exposed condenser coils).

• Adjust temperature control to colder setting.

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Food temperature is too cold:

• If temperature control setting is too cold, adjust to a warmer setting
and allow several hours for temperature to adjust.

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Freezer runs too frequently:

• This may be normal to maintain constant temperature during
high temperature and humid days.

• Doors may have been opened frequently or for an extended
period of time.

• Check gasket for proper seal.

• Check to see if doors are completely closed.

• Check freezer compartment for blockage from
frozen food packages, containers, etc.

• Check if Fast Freeze switch is on.

Freezer has an odor:

• Interior needs cleaning.

• Foods improperly wrapped or sealed are giving off odors.

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Limited Warranty

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What is covered and for how
long?

This warranty covers all defects in work-

manship or materials for a period of:

12 months labor
12 months parts
5 years sealed system

The warranty commences on the date

the item was purchased and the original
purchase receipt must be presented to
the authorized service center before
warranty repairs are rendered.

EXCEPTIONS: Commercial or
Rental Use warranty

90 days labor (carry-in only)
90 days parts
No other warranty applies
What is covered.

1. The mechanical and electrical parts,

which serve as a functional, purpose
of this appliance for a period of 12
months. This includes all parts except
finish, and trim.

2. The components of the sealed system

e.g. hermetic compressor, condenser
and evaporator from manufacturing
defects for a period of 5 years from
the date of purchase. Any damages
to such components caused by
mechanical abuse or improper
handling or shipping will not be
covered.

What will be done?

1. We will repair or replace, at our dis­cretion any mechanical or electrical
part which proves to be defective in
normal usage during the warranty
period so specified.

2. There will be no charge to the
purchaser for parts and labor on any
covered items during the initial 12
month period. Beyond this period

only parts are covered in the remain-

ing warranty. Labor is not provided

and must be paid by the customer.

3. Contact your nearest authorized
service center. For the name of the
nearest service center please call
1-877-337-3639

THIS WARRANTY COVERS
APPLIANCES WITHIN THE
CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES,
PUERTO RICO AND CANADA.
IT DOES NOT COVER
THE FOLLOWING

Damages from improper installation.
Damages in shipping.
Defects other than manufacturing.
Damage from misuse, abuse, accident,

alteration, lack of proper care and
maintenance or incorrect current or

voltage.
Damage from other than household use.
Damage from service by other than an

authorized dealer or service center.
Decorative trims or replaceable

lightbulbs.
Transportation and shipping.
Labor (after the initial 12 months).

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN
LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE

The remedy provided in this warranty is
exclusive and is granted in lieu of all
other remedies.
This warranty does not cover incidental
or consequential damages, so the above
limitations may not apply to you. Some
States do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may have other rights,
which vary, from state to state.

Haier America Trading L.L.C.
New York, NY 10018.

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IMPORTANT

Do Not Return This Product To The Store

If you have a problem with this product, please contact the "Haier Customer

Satisfaction Center" at 1-877-337-3639.

DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE

IMPORTANT

Ne pas Réexpédier ce Produit au Magasin

Pour tout problème concernant ce produit, veuillez contacter le service des

consommateurs ‘Haier Customer Satisfaction Center’ au 1-877-337-3639.

UNE PREUVE D’ACHAT DATEE EST REQUISE POUR BENEFICIER DE LA GARANTIE.

IMPORTANTE

No regrese este producto a la tienda

Si tiene algún problema con este producto, por favor contacte el "Centro de Servicio al

NECESITA UNA PRUEBA DE COMPRA FECHADA PARA EL SERVICIO DE LA GARANTIA

Consumidor de Haier" al 1-877-337-3639 (Válido solo en E.U.A).

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Issued: Jan-00
Publication: Jan-00

Emitido: Jan-00

115V, 60 Hz

Made in China

Fabriqué en Chine

Hecho en China

Haier America Trading, L.L.C.

New York, NY 10018

Printed in China