Hotpoint 23 User Manual

197D6007P001 49-60321 02-04 JR

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .2, 3

For Australia and New Zealand . . .36

Operating Instructions

Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . . .15

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . .17, 18

Crispers and Pans . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

CustomCool

™

. . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 7, 8

Freezer Compartment . . . . . . . . . .13

Ice and Water Dispenser . . . . .16, 17

Refrigerator Doors . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Replacing the Light Bulbs . . . . . . .19

Shelves and Bins . . . . . . . . . . .10–12

Temperature Controls . . . . . . . . .4–6

Turbo Cool

™

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Water Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Installation Instructions

For Australia and

New Zealand . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36–39

Preparing to Install

the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . .24–26

Removing and

Replacing Doors . . . . . . . . . . . .26–29

Trim Kits and Panels . . . . . . . .20–23

Water Line Installation . . . . . .30, 31

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . .32–35

Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . .32

Model 23

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # __________________________

Serial # __________________________

Find these numbers on a label inside
the refrigerator compartment at the
top on the right.

Owner’s Manual

and Installation

Refrigerators

Side by Side

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

■

■ This refrigerator must be properly installed

and located in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used. Also see the
How to Connect Electricity section.

■

■ Do not attempt to stand on top of the refrigerator.

Doing so may result in bodily injury or damage to
the refrigerator.

■

■ Do not allow children to play with the refrigerator

or tamper with the controls.

■

■ Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on

the shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage
the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

■

■ Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer

compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skin may stick to these extremely cold surfaces.

■

■ Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.

■

■ In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid

contact with the moving parts of the ejector
mechanism, or with the heating element located
on the bottom of the icemaker. Do not place fingers
or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the refrigerator is plugged in.

■

■ Installation of the icemaker must be done by

a qualified service technician.

■

■ Keep fingers out of the “pinch point” areas;

clearances between the doors and between the doors
and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing
doors when children are in the area.

■

■ Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and

making repairs.

NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be
performed by a qualified individual.

■

■ Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the refrigerator

should be unplugged in order to avoid contact with
a live wire filament. (A burned-out light bulb may
break when being replaced.)

NOTE: Setting either or both controls to 0 (off) does not remove
power to the light circuit.

■

■ Do not refreeze frozen foods which have thawed

completely.

■

■ Always clean the CustomCool™Tray after

thawing food.

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DANGER! RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

PROPER DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still
dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a few days.”
If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please
follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator
or Freezer:

■ Take off the doors and discard separately.

■ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not

easily climb inside.

■ If the refrigerator has a lock, make it unusable.

Refrigerants

All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which
under federal law must be removed prior to product
disposal. If you are getting rid of an old refrigeration
product, check with the company handling the disposal
about what to do.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

ELECTRICAL SUPPLY (UNITED KINGDOM ONLY)

Customers in the UK, see “Electrical Supply” leaflet in the
literature packet for electrical information.

About the temperature controls
on CustomCool

™

models. (for other models, see next page)

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The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 3°C for the refrigerator
compartment and -18°C for the freezer compartment. Allow 24 hours for the
temperature to stabilize to the preset recommended settings.

The temperature controls can display both the SET temperature as well as
the actual temperature in the refrigerator and freezer. The actual temperature
may vary slightly from the SET temperature based on usage and operating
environment.

Setting either or both controls to OFF stops cooling in both the freezer and
refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the
refrigerator.

NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature
controls. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.

To change the temperature, press and release the
WARMER or COLDER pad. The SET light will come

on and the display will show the set temperature.
To change the temperature, tap either the WARMER
or COLDER pad until the desired temperature is
displayed. Refrigerator temperatures can be adjusted
between 1°C and 7°C and the freezer temperatures
can be adjusted between –21°C and –14°C.

Once the desired temperature has been set, the
temperature display will return to the actual refrigerator
and freezer temperatures after 5 seconds. Several
adjustments may be required. Each time you adjust
controls, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach
the temperature you have set.

To turn the cooling system off, tap the WARMER pad for
either the refrigerator or the freezer until the display
shows OFF. To turn the unit back on, press the COLDER pad
for either the refrigerator or freezer. The SET light will
illuminate on the side you selected. Then press the
COLDER pad again (on the side where the SET light
is illuminated) and it will go to the preset points of
–18°C for the freezer and 3°C for the refrigerator. Setting
either or both controls to OFF stops cooling in both the
freezer and refrigerator compartments, but does not
shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.

Ambient Room Temperature Limits

This refrigerator is designed to operate in ambient temperatures
specified by its Temperature Class, which is marked on the rating plate.

Temperature Symbol Ambient Temperature
Class Maximum Minimum

Extended­Temperate SN 32°C 10°C

Temperate N 32°C 16°C
Subtropical ST 38°C 18°C
Tropical T 43°C 18°C

NOTE: Internal temperature may be affected by such factors as the location of the refrigerator,
ambient temperature and frequency of door openings. Adjust temperature controls as required
to compensate for these

factors.

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About the temperature controls.

The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 5 for both the refrigerator
and freezer compartments. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to
the preset settings.

Several adjustments may be required. Each time you adjust controls, allow
24 hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the setting you
have selected.

Setting either or both controls to 0 stops cooling in both the freezer and
refrigerator compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the
refrigerator.

Control settings will vary based on personal preferences, usage and operating
conditions and may require more than one adjustment.

NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature

controls. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.

Ambient Room Temperature Limits

This refrigerator is designed to operate in ambient temperatures
specified by its Temperature Class, which is marked on the rating plate.

Temperature Symbol Ambient Temperature
Class Maximum Minimum

Extended­Temperate SN 32°C 10°C

Temperate N 32°C 16°C
Subtropical ST 38°C 18°C
Tropical T 43°C 18°C

NOTE: Internal temperature may be affected by such factors as the location of the refrigerator,
ambient temperature and frequency of door openings. Adjust temperature controls as required
to compensate for these

factors.

ADJUST FREEZER TEMP

WARMERCOLDER

9 IS COLDEST

ADJUST REFRIGERATOR TEMP

WARMERCOLDER

9 IS COLDEST

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About the temperature controls.

The temperature controls are preset in the factory at 5 for both the refrigerator
and freezer compartments. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize to the
preset settings.

Several adjustments may be required. Each time you adjust controls, allow 24 hours
after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the setting you have selected.

Setting either or both controls to 0 stops cooling in both the freezer and refrigerator
compartments, but does not shut off electrical power to the refrigerator.

Control settings will vary based on personal preferences, usage and operating
conditions and may require more than one adjustment.

NOTE: The refrigerator is shipped with protective film covering the temperature

controls. If this film was not removed during installation, remove it now.

Ambient Room Temperature Limits

This refrigerator is designed to operate in ambient temperatures specified
by its Temperature Class, which is marked on the rating plate.

Temperature Symbol Ambient Temperature
Class Maximum Minimum

Extended­Temperate SN 32°C 10°C

Temperate N 32°C 16°C
Subtropical ST 38°C 18°C
Tropical T 43°C 18°C

NOTE: Internal temperature may be affected by such factors as the location of the refrigerator, ambient temperature
and frequency of door openings. Adjust temperature controls as required to compensate for these

factors.

About TurboCool.

™

How it Works

TurboCool rapidly cools the refrigerator

compartment in order to more quickly cool
foods. Use TurboCool when adding a large
amount of food to the refrigerator
compartment, putting away foods after they
have been sitting out at room temperature or
when putting away warm leftovers. It can also
be used if the refrigerator has been without
power for an extended period.

Once activated, the compressor will turn on
immediately and the fans will cycle on and
off at high speed as needed for eight hours.
The compressor will continue to run until the
refrigerator compartment cools to approximately
1°C, then it will cycle on and off to maintain
this setting. After 8 hours, or if TurboCool is

pressed again, the refrigerator compartment
will return to the original setting.

How to Use

Press TurboCool. The TurboCool indicator light
will come on.

After TurboCool is complete, the TurboCool
indicator light will go out.

NOTES:

The refrigerator temperature cannot be changed during

TurboCool.

The freezer temperature is not affected during

TurboCool.

When opening the refrigerator door during TurboCool,
the fans will continue to run if they have cycled on.

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Empty the pan. Place the Chill/Thaw tray
in the pan with the metal plate facing
down to chill and store items, or with the
metal plate facing up to thaw items. Place
the items on the tray and close the pan
completely.

Select the ExpressThaw™, ExpressChill

™

or SelectTemp

™

pad. The display

and SET light will come on. Tap the pad
until the light appears next to the desired
setting. Use the chart to determine the
best setting to use.

■ To stop a feature before it is finished,

tap that feature’s pad until no options
are selected and the display is off.

■ During ExpressThaw™and ExpressChill,

™

the display on the controls will count
down the time in the cycle.

■ After the ExpressThaw

™

cycle is

complete, the pan will reset to the
MEAT setting (–1°C) to help preserve
thawed items until they are used.

■ The displayed actual temperature of the

CustomCool pan may vary slightly from
the SET temperature based on usage
and operating environment.

NOTE: For food safety reasons, it is recommended
that foods be wrapped in plastic wrap when using

ExpressThaw.™This will help contain meat juices

and improve thawing performance.

About CustomCool.

™

(on some models)

How to Use

How it Works

The CustomCool™feature is a system of
dampers, a fan, a temperature thermistor
and a heater. Depending on the function
selected, a combination of these will be
used to quickly chill items, thaw items or
hold the pan at a specific temperature.

The pan is tightly sealed to prevent the pan’s
temperature from causing temperature
fluctuations in the rest of the refrigerator.

The controls for this pan are located at the
top of the refrigerator with the temperature
controls.

ExpressThaw

™

ExpressChill

™

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About CustomCool.

™

(on some models)

CustomCool™ Chart

NOTE: Results may vary depending on packaging, starting temperature and other food traits.

0.25 kg (4 hours)

■ Hamburgers (0.25 kg)

■ Individually Wrapped

Filet Mignon (0.25 kg)

0.50 kg (8 hours)

■ Chicken Breasts (0.5 kg)

■ Minced Beef (0.5 kg)

■ Steak (0.5 kg)

1.0 kg (10 hours)

■ Chicken Breasts (1.0 kg)

■ Minced Beef (1.0 kg)

■ Steak (1.0 kg)

1.50 kg (12 hours)

■ Chicken Breasts (1.50 kg)

■ Minced Beef (1.50 kg)

■ Steak (1.50 kg)

15 Minutes

■ 1 Beverage Can (355 ml)

■ 2 Small Juice Boxes

(175–240 ml each)

30 Minutes

■ 2 to 6 Beverage Cans (355 ml each)

■ 2 Plastic 590 ml Bottles of Beverage

■ 4 to 6 Small Juice Boxes

(175–240 ml each)

■ 3 Foil Juice Packets

■ Wine (750 ml bottle)

45 Minutes

■ 2 Liter of Beverage

■ 1.9 Liters of Juice

■ Gelatin–1 package

Citrus Setting (6

°C)

■ Oranges, Lemons, Limes, Pineapple,

Cantaloupe

■ Beans, Cucumbers, Tomatoes,

Peppers, Aubergine, Squash

Produce Setting (1°C)

■ Strawberries, Raspberries, Kiwifruit,

Pears, Cherries, Blackberries, Grapes,
Plums, Nectarines, Apples

■ Asparagus, Broccoli, Corn,

Mushrooms, Spinach, Cauliflower,
Kale, Green Onion, Beetroot, Onions

Meat Setting (–1°C)

■ Raw Meat, Fish and Poultry

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About the water filter.

Water Filter Cartridge (on some models)

The water filter cartridge is located in the
back upper right corner of the refrigerator
compartment.

When to Replace the Filter

There is a replacement indicator light for the
water filter cartridge on the dispenser. This
light will turn orange to tell you that you need
to replace the filter soon.

The filter cartridge should be replaced when
the replacement indicator light turns red or if
the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker
decreases.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

If you are replacing the cartridge, first
remove the old one by slowly turning it to
the left. Do not pull down on the cartridge.
A small amount of water may drip down.

Fill the replacement cartridge with water
from the tap to allow for better flow
from the dispenser immediately after
installation.

Lining up the arrow on the cartridge and
the cartridge holder, place the top of the
new cartridge up inside the holder. Do not
push it up into the holder.

Slowly turn it to the right until the filter
cartridge stops. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. As
you turn the cartridge, it will automatically
raise itself into position. Cartridge will
rotate about 1/4 turn.

Run water from the dispenser for
3 minutes (about six liters) to clear
the system and prevent sputtering.

Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER
pad on the dispenser for 3 seconds.

NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may
cause water to spurt from the dispenser.

In-Line Filter (on some models)

Installation instructions for the in-line filter can
be found inside the in-line filter kit, supplied
with the refrigerator.

The built-in water filter will require replacing
approximately once a year. The in-line filter
will require replacing approximately every
6 months, depending upon water dispenser/
icemaker usage.

Filter Bypass Plug

You must use the filter bypass plug when a
replacement filter cartridge is not available.
The dispenser and the icemaker will not
operate without the filter or filter bypass plug.

Replacement Filters

To order additional filter cartridges, contact the
Hotpoint Spares Centre on:

UK: 08709 077 077
Republic of Ireland: [phone]

Place the top of the cartridge up
inside the cartridge holder and
slowly turn it to the right.

Filter Bypass Plug

Cartridge
Holder

Refrigerator Water Filter Kit
Model #GXITQ

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Refrigerator Door Bins and Freezer Door Tilt-Out Bins

Large Bins

The larger refrigerator door bins and freezer
tilt-out door bins are adjustable.

To remove: Lift the front of the bin straight up,
then lift up and out.

To replace or relocate: Engage the back side of
the bin in the molded supports of the door.
Then push down on the front of the bin.
Bin will lock in place.

Small Bins

To remove: Lift the front of the bin straight up

then out.

To replace: Position the bin above the
rectangular molded supports on the door.
Then slide the bin down onto the support
to lock it in place.

The snugger helps prevent tipping, spilling or
sliding of small items stored on the door shelf.
Place a finger on either side of the snugger
near the rear and move it back and forth to
fit your needs.

Not all features are on all models.

Refrigerator bin

Freezer tilt-out bin

Snugger

Bottle Retainer

The bottle retainers are adjustable and keep
tall items from tipping over.

To remove: Lift the front of the retainer straight
up, then lift it up.

To replace or relocate: Engage the back of the
bottle retainer in the molded supports on the
door. Then push down on the front of the
bottle retainer.

Bottle
retainer

About the shelves and bins.

About the refrigerator doors.

Refrigerator Doors

The refrigerator doors may feel different than
the ones you are used to. The special door
opening/closing feature makes sure the doors
close all the way and are securely sealed.

When opening and closing the door you will
notice a stop position. If the door is opened
past this stop point, the door will remain open
to allow you to load and unload food more
easily. When the door is only partially open,
it will automatically close.

The resistance you feel at the stop position will
be reduced as the door is loaded with food.

When the door is only partially open
it will automatically close.

Beyond this stop the door will
stay open.

Door Wine/Beverage Rack (on some models)

This rack holds up to 5 cans, one bottle of wine
or one 2-liter bottle of soda.

The rack hangs from the sides of the dairy bin.

To remove:

Empty the wine/beverage rack.

Holding the bottom of the dairy bin, lift
the front straight up, then lift up and out.

To detach the rack from the dairy bin,
pull the rack’s side wires out of the holes
on each side of the dairy bin.

To replace:

Reattach the rack to the sides of the bin.

Engage the back side of the bin in the
molded supports on the door. Then push
down on the front of the bin. The bin will
lock into place.

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QuickSpace™Shelf

This shelf splits in half and slides under itself
for storage of tall items on the shelf below.

This shelf can be removed and replaced or
relocated just like Slide-Out Spillproof Shelves.

On some models, this shelf can not be used
in the lowest position.

Slide-Out Spillproof Shelf

The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you to
reach items stored behind others. The special
edges are designed to help prevent spills from
dripping to lower shelves.

To remove:

Slide the shelf out until it reaches the stop,
then press down on the tab and slide the shelf
straight out.

To replace or relocate:

Line the shelf up with the supports and slide it
into place. The shelf can be repositioned when
the door is at 90° or more. To reposition the
shelf, slide the shelf past the stops and angle

downward. Slide shelf down to the desired
position, line up with the supports and slide
into place.

Make sure you push the shelves all the way back in
before you close the door.

Press tab and pull shelf
forward to remove

Removable Beverage Rack

The beverage rack is designed to hold
a bottle on its side. It can be attached to
any slide-out shelf.

To install:

Line up the large part of the slots on
the top of the rack with the tabs under
the shelf.

Then slide the rack back to lock it in place.

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2

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Deep Freezer Baskets

To remove, push the basket all the way to the

back of the freezer. Lift up until the back pins
are disengaged. Lift the entire basket up and
pull out.

Make sure you push the baskets all the way back in
before you close the door.

WARNING: Poor performance may occur

if freezer baskets are not used. Storage of items in
the freezer without using baskets may result in poor
temperature performance due to restrictions of air flow
within the freezer compartment.

Not all features are on all models.

About the shelves and bins.

Freezer Baskets

To remove, slide out to the stop position, lift the

front past the stop position and slide out.

Make sure you push the baskets all the way back in
before you close the door.

WARNING: Poor performance may occur

if freezer baskets are not used. Storage of items in
the freezer without using baskets may result in poor
temperature performance due to restrictions of air flow
within the freezer compartment.

Slide-Out Freezer Shelves

To remove, slide out to the stop position, lift the

front past the stop position and slide out.

Make sure you push the shelves all the way back in
before you close the door.

Fixed Freezer Shelves

There are two types of fixed freezer shelves.

To remove this type of shelf:

Lift the shelf up at the left side.

Bring the shelf out.

To remove this type of shelf:

Lift up the left side of the shelf and slide it
left into the center of the shelf supports.

Rotate the right side of the shelf up and
out of the shelf supports.