Haier M111, M121, M113, M122, M112 User Manual

Frost-Free Top Mount Refrigerator

Le Manuel de Dégivrent le Réfrigérateur

El Manual de Descongela el Refrigeradore

User Manual (Features may vary by model)
Guide de l’Utilisateur (Les caractéristiques Peuvent Varier par le Modéle)
Manual del Usuario (Las caracteristicas Pueden Variar por el Modelo)

Model # M111, M112, M113, M121, M122, M123

Aficionado

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 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) 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."

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Thank you for using our Aficianado
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. You will need it to obtain

warranty service.

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

HOUSEHOLD TYPE

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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Parts and Features

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1. Full-Width Adjustable Freezer Shelf

2. Damper Adjustment

3. Full-Width Freezer Door
Storage Shelves

4. Temperature Control Dial

5. Storage Bin

6. Can Storage Bins

7. Gallon Storage Bin

8. Full-Width Door Storage Shelves
(quantity varies per model)

9. Full-Width Adjustable Glass Shelves

10. See-Through Glass Crisper Cover

11. See-Through Crispers

12. Top Door Hinge

13. Bottom Door Hinge

14. Air Flow Vents

15. Leveling Legs

16. Central Door Hinge

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• Your refrigerator has two leveling legs that 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 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 raised.

• The refrigerator is designed for freestanding installation only.
It should not be built-in.

• To ensure that 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……………3/4 "(19mm)

Top....................1" (25mm)

Back..................1" (25mm)

• Adjusting the dial in the freezer will allow more or less cold air in the

refrigerator.

1. Opened all the way allows more cold air in. (#1 on dial)

2. Closed all the way allows less cold air in. (#8 on dial)

Installing Your Refrigerator

Leveling Your Refrigerator

Proper Air Circulation

Freezer Damper Control

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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

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

Installation Limitations

Use of Extension Cords

Power Interruptions

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screw holes

doorstopper (right side)

middle pivot pin

central hinge

Freezer Door:

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.

Door Alignment

Reversing the Door Swing

This product allows you to reverse the door opening from left to right and
back. You can select your preference of door opening by following the
procedure to make the change.

Dismantling:

1. Affix refrigerator and freezer door by sticking adhesive tape on both

sides to hold doors in place.

2. Dismantle the hinge cover on the upper part of freezer door with a

Phillips head screwdriver, then remove the three screws that hold the
hinge. Take out the hinge by pulling it vertically, and keep it in a safe
place.

3. Remove the adhesive tape on freezer door, lift and take off the door,

and carefully put it aside.

4. Dismantle two screws of the central hinge, lift it and take off the central

hinge, and keep them in a safe place.

5. Remove the adhesive tape on refrigerator door, lift and take off

refrigerator door, and carefully put it aside.

6. Remove the doorstoppers from the bottom of the refrigerator and

freezer doors.

7. Move door stopper from right side bottom of refrigerator and freezer

door to left side bottom of refrigerator and freezer door, and fasten
with a screw.

doorstopper (left side)

middle pivot pin

central hinge

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Reinstallation:

1. Remove the lower pivot pin from the lower hinge by turning
counter clockwise. (see below)

2. Tilt refrigerator on a 45-degree angle to have access to the
bottom front.

NOTE: Two People Required.

3. Remove both left and right front feet from bottom.

4. Loosen the screws holding the bottom hinge and remove it.

5. Flip bottom hinge 180˚ and align the holes in the bottom hinge to the
corresponding holes on the opposite side of the cabinet. Insert and
tighten the screws. Reinstall both front feet and pivot pin.

6. To install refrigerator door: Line up the left bottom hole of the
refrigerator compartment door over the bottom hinge pin. Move
door forward to make it straight and align with central hinge.
Install the central hinge again, and turn the hinge axle until it
completely enters the door body. Secure it with the screws provided.

NOTE: Remove plugs from doorframe and install on other side.

7. To install freezer door: Line up left bottom hole of the door over the
central hinge middle pin. Move door forward to make it straight
and align with freezer compartment. Place over left side the top hinge,
align holes with hole on the refrigerator top and tighten with the
screws provided.

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Operating Your Refrigerator

Your refrigerator will automatically maintain the temperature 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.

(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.)

Your freezer compartment is equipped with adjustable airflow control. For your
convenience, airflow is preset by the factory to the colder setting. There is also an
option to adjust the settings, either to cold or to coldest.

• To avoid electric shock always unplug your refrigerator

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

• Before using cleaning products, always read and follow

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

• 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 of these chemicals may dissolve, damage and/
or discolor your refrigerator.

• Clean door gaskets every three months according to general

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

• Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of gaskets

will keep the gasket pliable and ensure a good seal.

Proper Refrigerator Care
and Cleaning

Cleaning and Maintenance

Warning:

Caution:

General:

Door Gaskets:

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1. Switch off power to refrigerator.

2. Remove the highest shelf.

3. Allow light bulb to cool before removing.

4. Pinch the plastic cover between fingers and
thumb and gently pull to the left.

5. Remove the bulb by screwing it counter-clockwise.

6. Always replace with appliance-type light bulb rated at 10 watts.

7. Do not exceed the 10 watts rating at any time.

8. To replace cover, insert rear clips in first and gently push front
clip in until the cover snaps into place.

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

freezer, move the temperature 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.

Refrigerators
We recommend that you clean the rear of the refrigerator at least twice a
year. Some operating environments may require more frequent cleaning.

• Slowly pull the refrigerator straight out away from the wall.

Note: Do not move the refrigerator sideways as this may cause damage
to the floor covering of your refrigerator.

• Unplug the refrigerator.

• Use a vacuum or a brush to clean coils.

• When cleaning has been completed, plug the cord back into the outlet

and slide the refrigerator straight back to its original position.
Note: When pushing it back, be sure not to roll over the power cord.

Light Bulb Replacement

Vacation and Moving Care

What is covered and for how
long?

This warranty covers all defects in
workmanship or materials for a
period of:

12 months labor

(in-home service)

12 months parts
5 years sealed system

The warranty commences on the date the
item was purchased. 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 are covered 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) are covered 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 remain­ing warranty. Labor is not provided
and must be paid by the customer.

3. Customer service provided by Haier
America. To have your product ser­viced, please contact Haier customer
service at 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.
D amage from misuse, abuse, accident,

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

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

authorized dealer or service center.
D ecorative trims or replaceable

light bulbs.
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.

Aficianado
New York, NY 10018

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Limited Warranty

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