Hotpoint HCM9DMAWW Owner’s Manual
CHEST FREEZERS
SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . .2
USING THE FREEZER
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Defrosting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
CARE AND CLEANING . . . . . . . . . . .7
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS. . . . . . 10
Normal Operating Characteristics. . . . . . . 12
WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
CONSUMER SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . . 16
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #_________________
Serial # _________________
You can find the rating label on the right hand side of the freezer above the machine compartment cover.
OWNER’S MANUAL AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or injury when using your freezer, follow these basic safety precautions:
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disposing of it or discontinuing its use. |
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NOTE: Power to the freezer cannot be disconnected by any setting on the control panel.
NOTE: Repairs must be performed by a qualified Service Professional.
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CAUTION To reduce the risk of injury when using your freezer, follow these basic safety precautions.
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WARNING 
EXPLOSION HAZARD Flammable Refrigerant
This appliance contains isobutane refrigerant, R600a, a natural gas with high environmental compatibility. However, it is also combustible.
Adhere to the warnings below to reduce the risk of injury or property damage.
1.When handling, installing and operating the appliance, care should be taken to avoid damage to the refrigerant tubing.
2.Service shall only be performed by authorized
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS:
WARNING This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
INSTALLATION
WARNING 
EXPLOSION HAZARD
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CONNECTING ELECTRICITY
WARNING 
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
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Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
The freezer should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.
A 115 Volt AC, 60 Hz, 15or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is required. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.
Never unplug your freezer by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
Immediately discontinue use of a damaged supply cord. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified service professional with an authorized service part from the manufacturer.
When moving the freezer away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD APPLIANCE
WARNING SUFFOCATION AND ENTRAPMENT HAZARD
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Refrigerant and Foam Disposal:
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USING THE FREEZER: 2SHUDWLRQ)HDWXUHV
Operation
Starting the Freezer
1.Clean the inside of the freezer with a mild solution of baking soda and water (see Care and Cleaning).
2.Connect cord to power outlet.
3.Make sure the temperature control is set at 4 (recommended setting) between 1 (least cold) to 7 (coldest).
4.Allow freezer to operate for at least 6 to 8 hours before placing food inside.
Features
Controls
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C.Removable Wire Basket (2)
D.Security Lock (with key)
Freezer Status Lights
RED: The red light will turn on automatically when the
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GREEN: The green light is the indicator light and assures you that your freezer is running. If the indicator light is not glowing, immediately check for power interruption, unplugged power cord, open circuit breaker, blown fuse, or burned out indicator light. If the light is burned out, contact service for a replacement.
E.Power Indicator (green light)
F.Alarm Indicator (red light)
G.Temperature Control
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Temperature Control Dial
Turn using a coin in the slot to adjust the freezer temperature between 1 and 7.
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Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your freezer be
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Sliding Basket
Store small packages in the basket to avoid losing them in the bottom of the freezer. The basket can be moved from side to side or it can be removed when loading or unloading the food below it.
To remove basket, lift it straight up and out. To replace basket, lower basket back into place.
Key Eject Lock
The lock is spring loaded so the key cannot be left in the lock. To lock or unlock, press the key in while turning.
If the key is lost, contact your dealer for a replacement or go to GEApplianceParts.com. Always give the model and serial number of the freezer when requesting a replacement key.
WARNING To prevent a child from being entrapped, keep the key out of reach of children and away from the freezer.
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Defrosting Instructions
In most climates, defrosting will be necessary only about twice a year.
To have your freezer operate most efficiently, do not
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To remove frost, scrape with a plastic or wood spatula or scraper.
Do not use an ice pick, metal, or sharp-edged instrument as it may damage or scratch the freezer.
Do not use boiling water as it may damage the freezer.
Do not use any electrical device in defrosting your freezer.
For Complete Defrosting
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2.Remove all food and place it in corrugated boxes,
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3.Place a tray (not included) in front of the freezer, beneath the exterior drain plug to collect the water. Pull out the drain plug about 1" (2.5 cm) until the drain hole on the plug shows completely. Turn the drain plug clockwise until the arrow is pointed down.
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NOTE: Water that has accumulated at the bottom of the freezer during defrosting will drain into the tray. Monitor the tray under the drain to avoid overflow.
4.With the lid open, you may choose to use pans of
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5.Wipe water from walls with a towel or sponge.
6.After defrosting, clean the inside of the freezer (see Care and Cleaning).
7. Replace the drain plugs.
8. Plug in the freezer. Return the temperature control to its previous position and return food to the freezer.
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Care And Cleaning
Cleaning Your Freezer
Ŷ Outside. Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of the freezer is a high quality, baked-on paint finish. With proper care, it will stay new-looking and rust-free for years. Apply a coat of appliance polish wax when the freezer is new and then at least twice a year. Appliance polish wax also works well to remove tape residue from freezer surfaces.
Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with appliance polish wax or mild
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NOTICE: Care should be taken in moving the freezer away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces.
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An open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale freezer odors. Change the box every three months.
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CAUTION Handling of dry ice can cause freezing of the hands—gloves or other protection is recommended.
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Preparing to Move
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power cord plug from the wall outlet. Remove foods, |
moving and during transportation. The freezer must be |
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secured during transportation to prevent movement. |
freezer. |
Protect outside of freezer with blanket. |
Secure all loose items such as baskets by taping them |
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CLEANING AND CARE
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CARE AND CLEANING
Care And Cleaning
Preparing for Vacation
To maintain freezer in operation during vacations,
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Read these instructions completely and carefully.
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water or direct sunlight. |
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Level Freezer
Level the freezer from side to side and front to back |
NOTE: It should not be necessary to remove the lid |
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during installation. If, for some reason, the hinges need |
freezer if necessary. |
adjustment, call a professional service company.. |
Clearances and Ventilation
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sheets, tablecloths, etc. This reduces air circulation. |
freezer and the wall. Leave room above the freezer to |
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CAUTION HINGE SPRING UNDER TENSION
If it is necessary to remove the lid, follow these steps:
1.Remove the lower part of the hinge cover and then remove the upper part.
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2.Open the lid to the maximum position. (The hinges are loosest at this position.)
3.Remove the 4 screws from the upper part of the hinge
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4.To reinstall lid follow steps in reverse. Tighten all hinge screws but avoid over-tightening to prevent stripping. Reinstall hinge covers.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.
Problem |
Possible Causes |
What To Do |
Freezer does not |
Temperature control set to OFF |
Turn the temperature control to a setting between 1 |
operate |
position. |
and 7. |
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Freezer is unplugged. |
Push the plug completely into the outlet. |
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The fuse is blown/circuit breaker |
Replace fuse or reset the breaker. |
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is tripped. |
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Freezer starts/stops |
Lid left open. |
Check to see if package is holding lid open. |
too frequently |
Too frequent or too long lid |
Open the lid less often. |
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openings. |
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Temperature control set too cold. |
See About the operation of your freezer. |
Freezer operates too |
Lid left open. |
Check to see if package is holding lid open. |
long |
Too frequent or too long lid |
Open the lid less often. |
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openings. |
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Temperature control set too cold. |
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Inadequate air circulation space |
See Preparing to install the freezer. |
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around cabinet. |
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Room or outside weather is hot. |
It’s normal for the freezer to work harder under these |
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conditions. |
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Freezer has been disconnected |
It takes 6-8 hours for the freezer to cool down |
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recently for a period of time. |
completely. |
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Large amounts of warm or hot |
Warm food will cause the freezer to run more until the |
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food have been stored recently. |
desired temperature is reached |
Noisy operation or |
Floor may be weak, causing |
Check to make sure freezer is located on solid floor and |
cabinet vibrates |
freezer to vibrate when |
use shims, as needed, to level the unit. |
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compressor is on. |
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Cabinet is not positioned solidly |
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on floor. |
needed, to level the unit. |
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Freezer is touching the wall. |
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Freezer temperature |
Lid left open. |
Check to see if package is holding lid open. |
too warm |
Too frequent or too long lid |
Open the lid less often. |
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openings. |
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Temperature control is set too |
Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several hours for |
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the temperature to stabilize. |
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Large amounts of water or hot |
Wait until the freezer has had a chance to reach its |
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selected temperature. |
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recently. |
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Freezer has been disconnected |
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recently. |
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Foods defrosting |
Temperature control set to OFF |
Turn the temperature control to a setting between 1 |
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position. |
and 7. |
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Freezer is unplugged. |
Push the plug completely into the outlet. |
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The fuse is blown/circuit breaker |
Replace fuse or reset the breaker. |
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is tripped. |
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Lid left open. |
Check to see if package is holding lid open. |
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Too frequent or too long lid |
Open the lid less often. |
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openings. |
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Freezer temperature |
Temperature control set too cold. |
See About the operation of your freezer. |
too cold |
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Problem |
Possible Causes |
What To Do |
Moisture forms on |
Not unusual during periods of |
Wipe surface dry. |
outside of cabinet |
high humidity. |
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Lid may not be seating properly, |
See Preparing to install the freezer. |
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causing cold air from inside the |
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freezer to meet warm moist air |
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from the outside. |
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Interior light does not |
No power at outlet. |
Replace fuse or reset the breaker. |
work |
Freezer is unplugged. |
Push the plug completely into the outlet. |
Lid won’t fully close by |
Package holding lid open. |
Move package to a different location. |
itself |
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Slow starting time after |
Built-in overload protection. |
This is normal after being off. |
being off |
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Excessive frost buildup |
Lid left open. |
Check to see if package is holding lid open. |
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Too frequent or too long lid |
Open the lid less often. |
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openings. |
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Not unusual during periods of |
Wipe surface dry. |
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high humidity. |
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Freezer external surface |
The external freezer walls can be |
This is normal while the compressor works |
temperature is warm |
as much as 30°F (16.7° C) warmer |
to transfer heat from inside the freezer |
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than room temperature. |
cabinet. |
Louder sound levels |
Modern freezers have increased |
This is normal. When the surrounding noise |
whenever freezer is on |
storage capacity and more stable |
level is low, you might hear the compressor |
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temperatures. They require a high- |
running while it cools the interior. |
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efficiency compressor. |
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Higher sound levels |
Freezer operates at higher |
This is normal. Sound will level off or |
when compressor comes |
pressures during the start of the |
disappear as freezer continues to run. |
on |
ON cycle. |
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Popping or cracking |
Metal parts undergo expansion |
This is normal. Sound will level off or |
sound when compressor |
and contraction, as in hot water |
disappear as freezer continues to run. |
comes on |
pipes. |
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Bubbling or gurgling |
Refrigerant (used to cool freezer) |
This is normal. |
sound, like boiling water |
is circulating throughout the |
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system. |
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Moisture forms on inside |
Weather is hot and humid, which |
This is normal. |
freezer walls |
increases internal rate of frost |
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buildup. |
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Lid may not be seating properly. |
See Preparing to install the freezer. |
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Lid is kept open too long, or is |
Open the lid less often. |
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opened too frequently. |
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Odors in freezer |
Interior needs to be cleaned. |
Clean interior with sponge, warm water and |
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baking soda. |
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Foods with strong odors are in the |
Cover the food tightly. |
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freezer. |
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TIPS TROUBLESHOOTING
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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service
Normal Operating Characteristics
These things are normal and do not indicate a need for service.
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