Haier HRC2736BWW, HRC2736BWB Owner’s Manual

Compact Refrigerator

Réfrigérateur compact

Refrigerador compacto

Installation and User Manual

Manuel d’installation et d’utilisation

Manual de instalación y del usuario

HRC2736BW

Part # 0570000772 REV A

TABLE OF CONTENTS

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY .....................................................................................2

PARTS AND FEATURES ....................................................................................... 5

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS .........................................................................6

Location Requirements .................................................................................................6

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

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION .......................................................................... 8

Step 1 - Unpack REFRIGERATOR ..................................................................................8

Step 2 - Level Refrigerator ............................................................................................ 9

Step 3 - Align Door (If Necessary) ................................................................................. 9

Step 4 - Complete the Installation .............................................................................10

REFRIGERATOR USE .......................................................................................... 10

Control .........................................................................................................................10

Refrigerator Compartment ......................................................................................... 11

Freezer Compartment.................................................................................................11

REFRIGERATOR CARE ....................................................................................... 12

Cleaning .......................................................................................................................12

Defrosting and Draining ..............................................................................................13

Vacation and Moving ................................................................................................... 14

Reinstalling/Using Refrigerator Again ........................................................................15

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................ 16

LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................................18

RECORD KEEPING

Thank you for purchasing this Haier product. This user manual will help you get the best performance from your new refrigerator.

For future reference, record the model number, serial number, and the date of purchase. The model/serial number plate is located on a label inside the refrigerator.

Staple your proof of purchase to this manual to aid in obtaining warranty service if needed.

___________________________________ Model number

___________________________________ Serial number

___________________________________ Date of purchase

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can

kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER,” “WARNING” or “CAUTION.”

These words mean:

An imminently hazardous situation. You

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

could be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.

A potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious bodily injury.

A potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in moderate or minor injury.

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, electrical shock, injury to persons,

or damage when using the refrigerator, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Use this appliance only for

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its intended purpose as described in this user manual.

This refrigerator must

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be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in the installation section.

Flammable refrigerant used.

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Do not use mechanical devices to defrost freezer. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

Flammable refrigerant used.

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To be repaired only by trained service personnel. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

Flammable refrigerant

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used. Dispose of properly in accordance with federal or local regulations.

Flammable refrigerant used.

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Follow handling instructions

carefully. Risk of re or

explosion due to puncture of refrigerant tubing.

Plug into a grounded 3 prong

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outlet. Do not remove ground prong.

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Do not use an adapter.

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Do not use an extension cord.

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Do not repair or replace any

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part of the appliance unless

specically recommended in

the manual. All other servicing should be referred to a

qualied technician.

Disconnect power before

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servicing. Replace all parts and panels

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before operating.

Use nonammable cleaner.

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Keep ammable materials and

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vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

Cabinet edges along stamp/

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cutout areas may be sharp.

Avoid placing hands, ngers

or other appendages near these areas.

This refrigerator should

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not be recessed or built-in an enclosed cabinet. It is designed for freestanding installation only.

Before discarding or removing

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from service, remove the door. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children.

READ AND SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:

WARNING

WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.

WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD REFRIGERATED APPLIANCE

Suﬀocation Hazard

Remove doors or lid from your old freezer or refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suocation are not problems of the past. A junked or abandoned freezers or refrigerators are still dangerous – even if it will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer, please

follow these instructions to help prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Away Your Old Freezer or Refrigerator:

Remove the doors or lid.

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Leave any shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

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Important information to know about disposal of refrigerants:

Dispose of freezer in accordance with Federal and Local regulations.

Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed, EPA certied refrigerant

technician in accordance with established procedures.

PARTS AND FEATURES

a Full-width Wire Shelves (2) b Drip Tray c Freezer Compartment d Adjustable Temperature Control e Full-width Door Shelf

f Beverage Dispenser Rack g 2 Liter Bottle Storage h Ice Cube Tray i Leveling Legs (2)

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Explosion and Fire Hazard

Keep ﬂammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from appliance.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or ﬁre.

IMPORTANT: This appliance is designed for freestanding installation only. It should not be recessed or built-in an enclosed cabinet. To ensure your refrigerator works

at optimum eciency, you should install it in a location where there is proper air

circulation, and electrical connections.

Recommended Clearances:

(10.2 cm)

Your refrigerator is designed for use in a location where the temperature ranges

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from a minimum of 55°F (13°C) to a maximum of 110°F (43°C). It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator in direct sunlight or

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near a heat source e.g. radiators, baseboard heaters, cooking appliances etc.

Place the refrigerator on a oor strong enough to support it fully loaded.

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4" (10.2 cm)

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove the ground prong from the power cord plug. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to do so can result in death, ﬁre or electrical shock.

Before you move your refrigerator to a location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection.

Recommended Grounding Method

A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided.

Use an outlet that cannot be turned o by a switch. Do not use an extension cord.

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

WARNING

STEP 1 - UNPACK REFRIGERATOR

Fire or Explosion Hazard

Do not puncture refrigerant tubing. Follow handling instructions carefully. Flammable refrigerant used. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or ﬁre.

IMPORTANT: Handle with care when moving to avoid either damaging the refrigerant tubing or increasing the risk of a leak.

IMPORTANT: When moving, never tilt the refrigerator more than a 45° angle. This could damage the compressor and the sealed system. If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal position for any period of time, wait 24 hours before plugging in the refrigerator to allow the refrigerant to settle.

1. Remove and dispose of/recycle all packing materials. This includes the foam

base and all adhesive tape. Remove all protective packaging covering the product.

2. Remove user manual and other printed material before turning on the

refrigerator.

3. Clean the exterior surface with a soft cloth.

STEP 2 - LEVEL REFRIGERATOR

Your refrigerator has two leveling legs located in the front, bottom corners. After

placing the refrigerator in its nal position, level the refrigerator.

Adjust the Leveling Legs:

To Raise – Turn the leveling legs to the left.

To Lower – Turn the leveling legs to the right.

NOTE: The refrigerator door will close easier when leveling legs are extended.

STEP 3 - ALIGN DOOR (IF NECESSARY)

1. Remove the top hinge cover. Using a at-blade screwdriver, place the blade

under the front edge of the cover and gently lift up.

2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, loosen the top hinge screws.

3. Adjust the door and then tighten the screws.

4. Replace the top hinge cover by aligning the rear of the cover with the rear of the

hinge. Press rmly on the front of the cover until it snaps in place.

STEP 4 - COMPLETE THE INSTALLATION

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

REFRIGERATOR USE

CONTROL

The control, located at the top right of the interior cabinet, is an adjustable dial with

settings ranging from Least Cold (1) to Coldest (7), and OFF.

NOTE: Turning the control knob to O does not disconnect the refrigerator from the

power supply.

OFF

1. Turn the temperature control dial to the recommended setting (3).

OFF

2. Allow the refrigerator to cool for several hours before adding food.

ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE

The recommended setting (3) is designed to maintain the temperature under normal operating conditions.

If you need to adjust the temperature, adjust the control dial to one of the adjacent

settings (2 or 4).

NOTE: Except when starting the refrigerator, do not adjust the control more than one setting at a time. Wait 24 hours between adjustments for the temperature to

stabilize.

REFRIGERATOR COMPARTMENT

SHELVES

To Remove or Replace a Shelf:

To Remove - Tilt the front of the shelf upward, and then slowly slide it forward.

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To Replace - Align the shelf with the supports and gently slide the shelf toward

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the rear.

FREEZER COMPARTMENT

The feezer compartment is designed for making ice cubes and for short-term food storage (a few days at most).

IMPORTANT: This compartment is not cold enough to store frozen foods safely for more than 5 days.

ICE CUBE TRAY

WARNING

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

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water around it to loosen it.

NOTE: 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.

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REFRIGERATOR CARE

CLEANING

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use nonﬂammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or ﬁre.

IMPORTANT: Do not use harsh chemicals, ammonia, chlorine bleach, concentrated detergent, solvents, abrasives or metal scouring pads to clean your refrigerator inside or out. They can damage and/or discolor the refrigerator nish.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Unplug your appliance or disconnect power before cleaning. Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock or personal injury.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Before using cleaning products, always read and follow manufacturer’s

instructions and warnings to avoid personal injury or product damage.

3. Wash interior surfaces, accessories, and outer frame with cold water and a little

DANGER

baking soda.

4. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

5. Plug in or reconnect power.

DOOR GASKETS

Gaskets must be kept clean and pliable to assure a proper seal.

Clean door gaskets every 3 months with solution of baking soda and warm

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water.

Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of gaskets will keep the gasket

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pliable and assure a good seal.

DEFROSTING AND DRAINING

Fire or Explosion Hazard

Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use mechanical devices to defrost freezer. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or ﬁre.

For most ecient operation and minimum energy consumption, defrost whenever the frost becomes ” (3.2 mm) thick.

IMPORTANT:

Do not use mechanical devices to defrost freezer.

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Do not use boiling water as it may damage the freezer.

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1. Remove food and ice cube tray from the freezer, and place the drip tray under

the compartment.

2. Turn the temperature control to OFF and unplug the unit.

NOTE: Defrosting usually takes a few hours. To defrost faster keep the door

open and place a bowl of warm water in the refrigerator.

3. When defrosting is complete, empty water from the drip tray, and then wash the

drip tray in warm water and dry it thoroughly.

4. Wipe the interior of the freezer compartment with a soft cloth.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

WARNING

5. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

6. Reset the temperature control to your preferred setting.

7. Return the food into the refrigerator.

VACATION AND MOVING

Fire or Explosion Hazard

Do not puncture refrigerant tubing. Follow handling instructions carefully. Flammable refrigerant used. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or ﬁre.

IMPORTANT:

Handle with care when moving to avoid either damaging the refrigerant tubing

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or increasing the risk of a leak. When moving, never tilt the refrigerator more than a 45° angle. This could

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damage the compressor and the sealed system.

For long vacations or absences:

WARNING

Remove food from refrigerator.

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Turn the temperature control to OFF.

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Clean the door gaskets. See “Cleaning.”

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Prop open the doors to allow air to circulate inside.

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REINSTALLING/USING REFRIGERATOR AGAIN

If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of time wait 24 hours before plugging it in to allow the refrigerant to settle.

1. Clean refrigerator. See “Cleaning.“

2. Place refrigerator in desired location and level. See “Installation Instructions.”

Electrical Shock Hazard

3. Plug into grounded 3 prong outlet.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION

Refrigerator does not run

Compressor runs too frequently

Door does not close

Food temperature is too warm

The refrigerator is unplugged.

The circuit breaker is

tripped or turned o /

Fuse is blown. The temperature control

is in the “O” position.

The compressor has

cycled o.

The temperature is hot and/or humid.

The door is ajar. Completely close the door. The door gasket is not

sealing properly. Frequent or prolonged

door openings. The door is blocked

open.

Refrigerator is not level or door is not aligned.

The door is blocked open.

The door is opened frequently.

A large load of food was recently added.

The door is not sealing properly.

The control is not set to a cold enough temperature.

Plug refrigerator into a grounded

3prong outlet.

Reset / Turn on circuit breaker or replace fuse

Turn the temperature control to a setting between 1 and 7.

Wait 30 to 40 minutes to see whether the compressor will start.

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

Clean the door gasket. See

“Cleaning.”

Limit door openings to maintain the internal temperature.

Rearrange or remove items that are blocking the door from closing completely.

Level refrigerator or align the door.

Rearrange or remove items that are blocking the door from closing completely.

Limit door openings.

Allow time for recently added warm food to cool.

Clean door gasket. See

“Cleaning.” Adjust the temperature control

to a colder setting.

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