Haier HT18TS77SE Owner’s Manual

Frost-Free Top Mount Refrigerator / Freezer

Réfrigérateur/congélateur sans givre à compartiments superposés

Refrigerador/congelador sin escarcha, de puertas horizontales

User Manual

Guide de l’Utilisateur

Manual del Usuario

Model HT SERIES

Design may vary by model number.

La conguration peut varier selon le numéro de modèle.

El diseño puede variar conforme al número de modelo.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION

Important Safety Instructions ......................................................................................................................2

SET UP & USE

Electrical Requirements ................................................................................................................................4

Installation Guide .......................................................................................................................................4-5

Instructions for Unpacking ............................................................................................................................5

Installing Your Refrigerator ............................................................................................................................6

Parts-Included ................................................................................................................................................6

Accessories ....................................................................................................................................................6

Parts & Features .............................................................................................................................................7

Door Handle Installation ............................................................................................................................8-9

Reversing the Door ............................................................................................................................... 10-12

Features and Use ........................................................................................................................................ 12

Operation Instructions ......................................................................................................................... 13-15

Food Storage Information .......................................................................................................................... 16

CLEANING AND CARE

Proper Care and Maintenance .............................................................................................................. 17-18

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TROUBLE SHOOTING & WARRANTY

Normal Operating Sounds.......................................................................................................................... 19

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................... 20-21

Customer Service ....................................................................................................................................... 22

Limited Warranty ........................................................................................................................................ 23

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Thank you for purchasing our Haier product. This easy-to-use manual will guide you in getting the best use of your product. Remember to record the model and serial numbers. They are on a label inside of the Product.

Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING

READ ALL 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 Electrical Requirements in the Set Up & Use section.

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

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

5) 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.

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

WARNING

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.

7) 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 their eating quality as you can."

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CONT.

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

9) 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 perform service.

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

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.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT - SHOCK HAZARD

• Make sure there is a suitable power outlet. 115 Volts, 15 Amps, 3 Prong (Grounded) power 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

WARNING

USE OF EXTENSION CORDS- POTENTIAL SAFETY HAZARD

• 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. DO NOT USE EXTENSION

CORD LONGER THAN 12 FT.

INSTALLATION GUIDE

INSTALLATION LIMITATIONS

• 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.

UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the corrugated 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.

NOTE: If your refrigerator comes with a snack pan, remove the blue adhesive tape from the rear of the

pan. The pan will not slide in and out without removing the tape.

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INSTALLATION GUIDE CONT.

LEVELING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

• Your refrigerator has two leveling legs that 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.

LOWER RAISE

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. Your refrigerator

is not designed to operate in temperatures below 55˚F (12˚C ) or above 95˚F (35˚C).

• Do not install your refrigerator in any location not properly insulated or heated, e.g. garage, etc.

Keep out of direct sunlight and away from heating sources such as radiators, heaters, and cooking appliances.

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• The following are recommended clearances around the refrigerator:

Sides……………1” (25 mm) Top....................1" (25 mm) Back..................2" (50mm)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR UNPACKING

FRONT GRILLE

Your refrigerator comes with a front grille (toe kick), which is reversible based on which side of the

refrigerator the hinges are mounted on. To install the front grille, locate the non-hinge end using the diagram below and follow the instructions below.

1. Snap the non-hinge side into the air flow opening on the lower rail of the refrigerator.

2. Then, snap the hinge side into the opposite air flow opening in the lower rail beside the bottom hinge.

Hinge side

Non-hinge side Hinge side

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Non-hinge side

INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION

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DO NOT USE POWER TOOLS TO INSTALL DOOR HANDLES! OVERTIGHTENING THE SCREWS COULD

STRIP THE THREADS!

5/16 and 3/8 Wrenches or Adjustable WrenchPhillips Screwdriver Putty Knife

PARTS-INCLUDED

PARTS-INCLUDED BAG MAY DIFFER BASED ON UNIT PURCHASED.

For non-stainless steel models that come with a handle mounting screw factory installed on the faces of the doors, the parts-included bag will consist of:

• 2 Handles

• 1 Front Grille

• 4 Handle attachment screws

• 1 Extra Haier logo badge

• 1 Color-matched screw-plug

• Owner’s manual

For models that don’t come with a handle mounting screw factory installed on the faces of the door, the parts-included bag will consist of:

• 2 Handles

• 1 Front Grille

• 2 Door face mounting screws

• 4 Door edge mounting screw

• 1 Extra Haier logo badge

• 1 White screw-plug

• Owner’s manual

• 2 Handle cover/trim pieces

ACCESSORIES

The following accessories are available:

• Ice maker Kit HI5MK

For stainless steel models, the parts-included bag will consist of:

• 2 Handles

• 1 Front Grille

• 4 Handle attachment screws

• Owner’s manual

• Wire Shelf for Freezer Compartment

• Replacement Light Bulbs

To order accessories, call 1-877-337-3639 or visit us at www.haieramerica.com/support

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PARTS & FEATURES

Air Flow Control

Temperature Control with Interior Light

Full-Width Shelves

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Freezer

Door Shelves

Dairy

Compartment

Crisper Humidity Controls

Crisper Bins

Front Grille

Leveling Legs

Full-Width

Door Shelves

Diagram for instructional purposes only.

Design may vary by model number.

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DOOR HANDLE INSTALLATION

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For refrigerators with a mounting screw installed on the face of both doors:

Remove both handles from inside freezer compartment and screws from parts-included bag.

FREEZER DOOR HANDLE

1. Place the tapered end of the handle over the

mounting screw on the freezer door and gently slide handle in the direction of the flat end of

the handle. (Fig. 1)

2. Once the handle is fully seated around the

mounting screw, slowly rotate the flat end of the handle toward the bottom of the freezer door.

Fig. 1

3. Open the freezer door and install the screws

into the underside of the freezer door through the flat end of the handle. Do not use power tools to install screws. Do not over-tighten the screws.

Fig. 2

REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE

1. Place the tapered end of the handle over the mounting screw on the refrigerator door and gently slide handle in the direction of the flat

end of the handle. (Fig. 1)

2. Once the handle is fully seated around the mounting screw, slowly rotate the flat end of the handle toward the top of the refrigerator

door. (Fig. 1)

3. Open the refrigerator door and install the screws in to the top of the refrigerator door through the flat end of the handle

Do not over-tighten screws. (Fig. 2)

4. If re-installing handles after reversing the door swing, remove screw hole plug from the parts-included bag and place it in the handle-mounting screw hole on the face of the refrigerator door.

5. The name badge can be removed by using a putty knife or flat head screwdriver to pry the badge off the door face, being careful not to damage the finish. Any residue left on the face of the door from the badge should be removed by using Goo Gone© or WD-40©. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using these products.

Do not use any abrasives or scouring pads to remove the residue.

An extra logo badge is provided in the partsincluded bag with your refrigerator. That badge can be used to cover the handle mounting screw hole on the face of the freezer door.

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DOOR HANDLE INSTALLATION CONT.

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DOOR HANDLE INSTALLATION

For refrigerators without a mounting screw installed on the face of both doors:

Remove both handles from the freezer compartment and the screws and handle trim pieces from the parts-included bag.

FREEZER DOOR HANDLE

1. Mount the tapered end of the handle to the door face using the enclosed screw. Do not use the screw hole closest to the center of the handle.

Fig. 3

2. Attach the flat end of the handle to the underside of the door using the enclosed screws.

REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE

1. Mount the tapered end of the handle to the

door face using the enclosed screw. (Fig. 3) Do

not use the screw hole closest to the center of the handle.

2. Attach the flat end of the handle to the top of

the door using the enclosed screws. (Fig. 4)

3. Insert tab on handle trim cover into slot in

handle then press firmly onto handle. (Fig. 5)

4. If re-installing handles after reversing the door swing, remove the screw hole plug from the parts-included bag and place it in the handle-mounting screw hole on the face of the refrigerator door.

Do not use any abrasives or scouring pads to remove the residue.

Fig. 4

3. Insert tab on handle trim cover into slot in handle and then press firmly onto handle.

Fig. 5

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An extra logo badge is provided in the partsincluded bag with your refrigerator. That badge can be used to cover the handle-mounting screw hole on the face of the freezer door.

REVERSING THE DOOR

DOOR SWING REVERSAL

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On black or white models, the door hinges and handles can be reversed to accommodate your needs. NOTE: Door reversal is not available on stainless

steel door models.

REMOVING THE HANDLES

Please refer to the appropriate Door Handle Installation section to determine how to remove the handles from your refrigerator.

REMOVING DOORS AND HINGES

1. Use adhesive tape to secure both sides of the freezer and refrigerator doors to the sides of the

cabinet. (Fig.6)

Fig. 6

5. Remove the door by (a) pulling the top of the door away from the cabinet and (b) lifting it at the same time. (Fig. 8)

Fig. 8

6. Move the door stop on the bottom of the door to the opposite side and secure with original screws, then place the door aside.

Fig. 9

7. Unscrew the center hinge pin by rotating

counterclockwise, being careful not to lose the

spacers from the top section of the pin. (Fig. 10)

2. Remove the hinge cover screw and the top hinge

cover. (Fig. 7)

3. Remove the two bolts that mount the top hinge to the cabinet and then remove the hinge by

raising it vertically. (Fig. 7)

Hinge Cover Screw

Fig. 7

Hinge Cover

Bolts

Top Hinge

Thimble Hole

4. Carefully remove the adhesive tape holding the freezer door to the cabinet while holding the door to the cabinet.

8. Remove the refrigerator door in the same manner as the freezer door, first removing the tape and then lifting up and away from the

cabinet. (Fig. 10) Relocate the door stop on the

bottom of the door to the opposite side of the

door. (Fig. 9) Place the door aside.

Fig. 10

9. Remove the center hinge and spacer. (Fig. 11)

Fig. 11

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REVERSING THE DOOR CONT.

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10. Remove the bottom hinge by unscrewing the bolts mounting it to the cabinet.

NOTE: It is easier to remove and re-install the

bottom hinge pin while the hinge is itself is still attached to the cabinet.

Fig. 12

RE-INSTALLING THE HINGES AND DOORS

1. Unscrew the bottom hinge pin and re-locate

it to the opposite hole on the top of the hinge.

(Fig. 13)

4. Remove the top thimble cover on the hinge side of the refrigerator door and relocate it to the opposite thimble hole. Use both hands to mount the door on bottom hinge pin, making sure the pin goes fully into the bottom thimble hole. When the top thimble hole is aligned with the hole in the center hinge, place the hinge pin into the hole, threaded end down, and tighten.

Fig. 15

Thimble Hole

2. Attach the bottom hinge spacer and bottom hinge to the cabinet using the bolts originally provided. Be sure to use the top two mounting holes on the hinge and the bottom hole on the same side that the hinge is being moved to.

Fig. 13

3. Flip the center hinge according to the diagram below and attach the hinge spacer and hinge to

the cabinet. (Fig. 14) Do not install the center

hinge pin yet.

Fig. 14

Fig. 16

Do Not Over-Tighten

5. Remove the top thimble plug on the hinge side of the freezer door and relocate it to the opposite thimble hole. Place the door onto the center hinge pin, being sure that the pin goes fully into the bottom thimble hole. Tape may be used as it was during the removal steps to hold the door in place during the next step.

6. Place the top hinge pin into the thimble hole on the same side as the lower hinges.

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REVERSING THE DOOR CONT.

7. Replace top hinge cap and secure using original screw.

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Fig. 17

NOTE: Prior to re-installing handles, remove the

Haier© logo badge from the face of the door using a putty knife to gently pry it from the door face. Any residue left on the face of the door from the badge should be removed by using Goo Gone© or WD-40©.

Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using these products.

Do not use any abrasives or scouring pads to remove the residue. Use a putty knife to pry out the plug buttons covering the handle mounting holes on the face of the door, being careful not to scratch the door finish.

To re-install handles, please see the Door Handle Installation section.

FEATURES AND USE

NOTE: All features not available on all models. NOTE: If refrigerator has been placed in a

horizontal position for any period of time, wait 4 hours after returning it to the upright position before plugging it in.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOBS

Your refrigerator will automatically maintain the set temperature level. Turning the temperature knob to the left will make both refrigerator and freezer compartments warmer. Turning the knob to the right will make both compartments colder.

You can turn the knob in either direction to adjust

the temperature to your needs. We recommend setting the knob to the straight up and down position and allowing it to run for at least 24 hours before adjusting the temperature. Turning the knob all the way left to the Off position will turn off the refrigeration system, but does not remove power to the refrigerator.

The freezer compartment also features a fan tower knob, which is used to regulate air flow into the compartment to fine tune the freezer. As with the refrigerator temperature knob, we recommend setting the knob to the straight up and down position and allowing it to run for at least 24 hours

before adjusting it.

Refrigerator Temperature Knob

Freezer Fan Tower Knob

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

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LIGHTING

All models come with an interior light located on the ceiling of the refrigerator compartment. For models with a single bulb, no cover is provided. For models with dual bulbs, a cover is provided. Some models may feature a light in the freezer and/or a “mid-level” light on the back wall of the refrigerator above the crisper. Please see the Proper Care and Maintenance section for light bulb replacement instructions.

REFRIGERATOR UPPER LIGHT W/ COVER (NOT ALL MODELS)

FREEZER LIGHT (NOT ALL MODELS)

To Remove Freezer Light Cover (if included):

1. Pull the cover to the front of the cabinet.

REFRIGERATOR INTERIOR SHELVES

All refrigerator models include shelving that can

be adjusted to suit your personal storage needs.

Depending on model, shelves can be wire or encapsulated glass, full-width or half-width.

FULL-WIDTH WIRE AND ENCAPSULATED GLASS SHELVES

To Remove Upper Light Cover (if included):

1. Push in the tab at the far end of the cover.

2. Rotate the far end of the cover down.

3. Push the cover toward the back of the

compartment.

REFRIGERATOR MID-LEVEL LIGHT (NOT ALL MODELS)

To Remove Refrigerator Mid-Level Light Lens (if

included):

1. Push up on the bottom of the cover.

Can be adjusted to four different levels. These shelves slide in and out by lifting the front of the shelf and gently pulling it towards you.

HALF-WIDTH ENCAPSULATED GLASS SHELVES

Can be set to 4 different levels and can be moved independent of each other, giving you the widest variety of shelving options. Keep in mind that refrigerators with half-width shelving only have a support track in the center of the refrigerator back wall. Right-hand and left-hand shelves can’t be interchanged.

2. Rotate the bottom of the cover away from rear

of compartment.

3. Lift the top of the cover up and out.

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