Haier HRQ04WNAWW Owner’s Manual

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SAFETYPRECAUTIONS

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 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) Do not use any electrical device or any sharp instrument in defrosting your refrigerator.

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

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

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

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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.

As per UL 250 Standards

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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 back of the refrigerator,

Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

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

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Safety Precautions .......................................................................... 1

Parts And Features .......................................................................... 4

Installing Your Refrigerator ............................................................ 5

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

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

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

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

Door Alignment ...................................................................................... 7

Door Reversal ........................................................................................ 8

Refrigerator Features And Use .......................................................... 10

General Features.................................................................................. 10

Refrigerator Interior Shelves .................................................................. 10

Dispense-A-Can TM ................................................................................ 11

Defrosting ............................................................................................ 12

Food Storage Information .................................................................... 13

Normal Operating Sounds .................................................................... 14

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Proper Refrigerator Care and Cleaning .................................... 1 5

Cleaning and Maintenance .................................................................. 15

Power Interruptions .............................................................................. 16

Vacation and Moving Care .................................................................. 16

Troubleshooting .............................................................................. 17

Warranty Information .................................................................. 19

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1. Ice Cube Tray

2. Adjustable Temperature

Control and Light

3. "Dispense-A-Can TM" can storage

4. Fixed Door Shelf to Accomodate 2 Liter Bottles

5. Lock

6. Adjustable Front Leveling Leg (not shown)

7. Crisper and Crisper Cover

8. 1 Slide-Out Shelf and 2 Slide-Out Flip Shelves

9. Bottom Shelf Retainer Bar (included as accessory)

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Unpacking Your Refrigerator

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

adhesive tape holding the refrigerator accessories inside and outside. Slide out and remove plastic or foam guard used to secure the compressor from shipping damage due to vibration

and shock,

2. inspect and remove any remains of packing, tape or printed materials before powering on the refrigerator.

Leve ing Your Refrigerator

• Your refrigerator has two leveling legs which are located in the front 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 clockwise to raise your

refrigerator or by turning them counterclockwise to lower

your refrigerator. The refrigerator door will close easier when the

leveling legs are extended.

Proper Air Oir¢u_ation

• To assure your refrigerator works at the maximum efficiency it

was designed [or, 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 ............... 3/4 "(19mm)

Top .................... 2" (50mm)

Back .................. 2" (50ram)

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£me{[ri{a Requiremen[

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 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 refrigerator and may

result in shock hazard.

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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.

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Door Alignment (see fig, # 1)

1. Remove hinge cover screw.

2. Remove the top hinge cover.

3. Loosen the top hinge screws using a phillips head screwdriver. 4, Adjust the door or put a spacer in between and then tighten the screws,

5, Replace the top hinge cover.

fig, # 1

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Reversing the Door Hinge

1. Remove the top hinge cover screw and then remove the top hinge cover. (see fig. # 1)

2, Using a Phillips Head Screwdriver, loosen and remove the

screws holding the top hinge in place. (see fig. # 1)

3. Remove the top hinge and carefully lift off the door, 4, Remove the screw hole plug from the opposite side and

insert the plug in the screw hole openings of the just removed screws. (see fig. # 2)

5, Remove the door pin from the bracket of the lower

hinge by turning counter clockwise, Move the pin to the opposite hole and tighten, (see fig. # 3)

6, Loosen the screws holding the lower hinge bracket

and remove the hinge,(see fig. # 3)

7. Align the holes in the lower hinge bracket to the corresponding holes in the opposite side of the cabinet.

Insert and tighten the screws.(see fig. # 3)

8, Align the bottom hole on the left side of the door with the

pin of the lower hinge and slide into place.

screw hole plugs

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fig. # 2

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9. Align the pin of the top hinge with top hole on the left side of the door and push into place. Replace the screws in the

upper hinge bracket but do not tighten all the way,

10. Make sure the door closes easily but forms a tight seal. Adjust the door as needed. Once you are satisfied with the door alignment, completely tighten the upper door hinge screws,

11, Replace the hinge cover, insert the screw and

tighten completely. (see fig. # 2)

12. If the door does not close properly, refer to the section titled "Door Alignment".

door pin

fig. # 3

screw hole plug

lower hinge bracket

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General Features

Adjustable temperature dial:

Your refrigerator will automatically maintain the temperature level you

select, The temperature control dial has 7 settings plus off, 1 is the warmest. 7 is

the coldest, Turning the dial to OFF stops cooling in both the refrigeration and

freezer sections, At first, set the dial to 4 and allow 24 hours to pass before

adjusting the temperature to your needs.

Refrigerator Interior She_ves

(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.)

To remove or replace a full-width slide-out shelf: (seefig # 4)

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. # 4

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Using the Dispense°A-Can _M

• Your refrigerator is equipped with the convenient

"Dispense-A-Can TM'' compartment. Each compartment will hold up to four cans. Simply load the cans from the top. To dispense a can, simply

draw one out from the bottom, It is that easy.

fig. # 5

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Defrosting Your Refrigerator (seerig.# 7)

• For maximum energy efficiency, defrost freezer section

whenever frost accumulates to a thickness of 1/4" or more on freezer walls, Note that frost tends to accumulate

more during the summer months.

• To defrost freezer, remove food and ice cube tray from the freezer section. Make sure the drip tray is under the freezer section and turn

temperature control dial to OFF position. Defrosting may take a few hours. To speed up defrost time, keep the door open and place a bowl of warm water in the refrigerator.

• While defrosting, water will accumulate in the drip tray, The drip tray

may also need to be emptied during the defrost process. Do not leave unattended, (see fig. 7)

• After defrosting, empty and wipe down the drip tray, as well as the

interior of the refrigerator, You may now reset your refrigerator to the desired temperature and return food,

drip tray

fig, # 7

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Food

Storage Information

Fresh Food

• When storing fresh food, which is not prepackaged, be sure to wrap or store food in airtight and moisture proof material unless otherwise

noted This will ensure proper shelf life and prevent the transfer of odors and tastes

• Wipe containers before storing to avoid needless spills

• Eggs should be stored in an upright position in their original carton to

maximize shelf life

• Fruit should be washed and dried then stored in sealed plastic bags

before storing in the refrigerator

• Vegetables with skins should be stored in plastic bags or containers

• Leafy vegetables should be washed and drained and then stored in

plastic bags or containers

• Hot rood should be allowed to cool before storing in the refrigeration This will prevent unnecessary energy use

• Fresh seafood should be used the same day as purchased

• When storing meats in the fresh food section, keep in the original

packaging or rewrap as necessary Follow the suggestions below for

safe storage:

Chicken

Ground Beef Cold Cuts Steaks/Roasts

Smoked/Cured Meats

All others

12 Days 12 Days 35 Days 35 Days 710 Days 12 Days

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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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CMeaning and Maintenana÷

Warning: To avoid electric shock always unplug your

refrigerator 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 refrigerator.

• 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 or these chemicals may

dissolve, damage and/or discolor your refrigerator.

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 gas- kets will keep the gasket pliable and assure a good

seal.

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Power _nterruptions

• 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 and refrigerator, Clean

refrigerator before reusing.

Vacation and Moving Oare

• For long vacations or absences, empty food from refrigerator and

freezer, move the temperature DIAL to the OFF position and clean the

refrigerator and door gaskets according to "General cleaning" section. Prop doors open, so air can circulate inside.When moving always move

the refrigerator vertically. Do not move with the unit lying down. Possible

damage to the sealed system could occur,

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Refrigerator Does Not Operate

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

• Check if refrigerator is plugged in.

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

Food temperature appears too warm

• Frequent door openings.

• Allow time for recently added warm food to reach fresh food or

freezer temperature.

• Check gaskets for proper seal,

• Clean condenser coils.

• Adjust temperature control to colder setting,

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.

Refrigerator 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.

• Clean condenser coils.

• Check gasket for proper seal.

• Check to see if doors are completely closed.

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Moisture build up on interior or exterior

of the refrigerator:

• This is normal during high humidity periods.

• Prolonged or frequent door openings.

• Check door gaskets for proper seal.

Refrigerator has an odor:

• Interior needs cleaning

• Foods improperly wrapped or sealed are giving off odors.

Refrigerator door does not shut properly:

• Level the refrigerator.

• Re-align refrigerator door

• Check for blockages e g. food containers, crisper cover, shelves, bins etc,

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