HAIER PRTS21SACW User Manual

Top Mount No Frost Refrigerators

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User Manual

Model # Series PRTS, RRTG, RRTW

Guide de l’Utilisateur

Modéle # Series PRTS, RRTG, RRTW

Manual del Usuario

Para Modelo de # Series PRTS, RRTG, RRTW

Réfrigérateur á Congélateur Anti Givre

Refrigeradores con Congelador Superior
sin Escarcha

(Features and Size May Vary per Model)

(Les caractéristiques et la taille Peuvent Varier par le Modèle)

(Las características y el tamaño Pueden Variar por el Modelo)

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

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

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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
inside of the refrigerator.

Staple your receipt to your manual.
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Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

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Table Of Contents

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

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

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

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

Adjusting Your Refrigerator ..................................................................5

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

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

Door Handle Installation ......................................................................7

Door Alignment ..................................................................................8

Reversing the Door Swing ....................................................................8

Reversing the Door Handles ..............................................................11

Installing Front Grill ..........................................................................11

Refrigerator Features And Use ....................................................12

General Features ..............................................................................12

Refrigerator Interior Shelves................................................................12

Utility Drawer And Cover ..................................................................13

Crisper And Crisper Cover ................................................................14

Refrigerator Door Shelves ..................................................................16

Light Bulb Replacement......................................................................17

Food Storage Information ..................................................................18

Normal Operating Sounds ................................................................20

Proper Refrigerator Care and Cleaning......................................21

Cleaning and Maintenance................................................................21

Power Interruptions............................................................................22

Vacation and Moving Care ................................................................22

Troubleshooting ............................................................................23

Warranty Information ..................................................................25

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1. Freezer Light

2. Ice Trays (2)

3. Freezer Shelf (size of shelves vary
per model

4. Temperature Control

5. Interior Refrigerator Light

6. Deluxe Deli Drawer

7. Refrigerator Shelves (quantity and
size may vary per model)

8. Glass Crisper Cover

9. Humidity Control for Crisper

10. Deluxe Crisper Drawers

11. Freezer Door Bins

12. Tilt-Out Wire Basket (some
models only)

13. Dairy Compartment

14. Refrigerator Door Bins (quantity
and style may vary per model)

15. Full-width Door Shelf

16. Leveling Legs (2 front) (not shown)

17. Casters (4) (not shown)

18. Bottom Front Grille (not shown)

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Parts And Features

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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.

Leveling 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 raised.

• To assure 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)

Unpacking Your Refrigerator

Adjusting Your Refrigerator

Proper Air Circulation

Installing Your Refrigerator

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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 plug adapters or cutting off the third grounding
pin 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.

Use of Extension Cords

• 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.

Install Limitations

• 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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Refrigerator Features And Use

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encapsulated

(see fig. #8)

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(see fig. #8)

fig. #8

(see fig. #9)

fig. #9

(see fig. #10)

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fig. #10

fig. #11

(see fig. #10)

(see fig. #11)

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(see fig. #12)

(see fig. #12)

(see fig. #13)

fig. #12

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fig. #13

fig. #14

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• LOW setting allows moist air to exit the crisper for optimum storage
of fruits and/or vegetables, which have skins.

• HIGH setting retains moist air in the crisper for optimum storage of
fresh, leafy vegetables.

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Refrigerator Door Shelves

Gallon door storage:

Your refrigerator may be equipped with gallon
door storage shelves. This feature will allow
for the storage of gallon size containers.

To remove refrigerator door shelves:

(see fig. # 15)

1. Remove all items stored on the shelf.

2. Gently push up each side until the shelf is

clear of the door shelf slots and then
remove.

Low

High

High/Low
Settings

fig. # 15

3. Carefully push down on each end of the door shelf until it is locked

in place in the refrigerator door slots.

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fig. #15

(see fig. #15)

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Light Bulb Replacement

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Refrigerator

1. Unplug power to the refrigerator.

2. Remove the highest shelf.

3. Allow light bulb to cool before removing.

4. Remove the bulb by turning it counter
clockwise.

5. Replace with a 25 watt appliance bulb.

6. Replace the bulb cover.

7. Replug refrigerator to power outlet.

Freezer

1. Unplug power to refrigerator.

2. Place finger in the bulb cover slot and gently
press outward to remove.

3. Wait for bulb to cool before removing.

4. Remove bulb by turning it counter clockwise.

5. Replace the bulb with a 25 watt appliance bulb.

6. Replace the bulb cover.

7. Replug refrigerator to the power outlet.

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Plastic containers with air tight lids

Heavy duty aluminum foil

Plastic wrap made from plastic film wrap

Self-sealing plastic bags

Do not refreeze defrosted/thawed foods.

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

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Proper Refrigerator Care and Cleaning

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“General cleaning” section pg. 21.

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TroubleShooting

in “defrost” mode and must complete this cycle before compressor starts
to operate.

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• Check front to back slope is approx. 1/4”.

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