Hamilton Beach REFHB31TB, REFHB31TS Instruction Manual

REFRIGERATOR

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Model No.: REFHB31TB/REFHB31TS

To ensure proper use of this appliance and for your safety,
please read the following instructions completely before
operating this appliance.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Parts and features......................................................................1

Important safety instructions...................................................2

Important grounding instructions............................................3

Installati on instructions...................... .................................... ...4

Operat ing instructions... .............. .............. ................. .............. .4

Cleaning......................................................................................5

Defrosting...................................................................................5

Power Fa ilure................ .................... ................... ..................... .6

Vacation......................................................................................6

Moving the refrigerator............................................................7

Troubles hooting tips..... ................... ................ ................... .......7

Reversing the door...................................................................9

Replacement of the interior light............................................10

Specifications............................................................................11

Warranty..................................................................................12

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PARTS AND FEATURES

1. Freezer Room

2. Lamp and temperature control knob

3. Glass shelf

4. Crisper glass c over

5. Vegetable cri sper

6. Rod

7. Lamp switch

8. Steel tube

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire, electr i c al shock, and/or injury to persons,
including the following:

Read all instructions before using the appliance.

1. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet.
See Important Grounding Instruc tions on page 3.

2. Install or locate this refrigerator only in accordanc e with the provided
Installation Instructions.

3. To protect against electric shock, do not place cord, plug, or refrigerator in water
or other liquid.

4. C lose supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

5. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

6. This appliance should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Contact
your nearest authorized service facility or call our toll-free customer service
number for information on examina tion, repair, or adjustment.

7. Do not cover or block any openings or air vents on this appliance.

8. Do not store this appliance outdoors. Do not use this appli ance near water. For

example, do not use near a kitchen sink, in a w et basement, near a swimming
pool, or similar locations.

9. Do not locate this appliance near heat sources or open flames.

10. Do not use or store ga soline or other flamma ble vapors and liq uids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.

11. Do not place heavy objects or magnet items on top of the refrigerator.

12. The refrigerant of this product is R600a, which is inflammable. Make sure not to
damage the cooling system during the transportation and installation.

13. To minimize the risk of possible ignition due to improper service or the use of
incorrect parts, this unit must be serviced by factory authorized personnel only.

!!SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!!

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DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

1. Take off the doors.

2. Leave the shelves in place so that c hi ldren may not easily climb inside.

Refrigerants

All refrigeration products co ntain refrigerants, which under federal law must be
removed prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration
product, check with a qualified disposal company for instructions.

IMPORTANT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the
electric current. This appliance is eq ui pped with a cord having a grounding wire
with a grounding plug. The plug m ust be plugged into an outlet that is properly
installed and grounded.

WARNING- Improper use of grounding can result in a risk of electric
shock.

1. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood or if
doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.

2. If it is necessary t o use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire

extension cord that has a 3-blade groundi n g plu g, and a
3-slot receptacle that will accep t the plug on the appliance.
The marked electrical rating of the extension cord shall be
equal to or greater than the rati ng of the appliance.

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