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to stfmm get the use andcare d’No-Frost Models CTF14 & CTF16 Energy-saving Tips p2 HowtheEnergy-saver Witchworks p!$ Save timeandmoney Before you.request service, usetheProblem Solver. pli?! _A=qr=rm Fssr-=- ..—---———=—— -m! l--__-.-..-J LJ ‘GE Awm”er GAY ~q...-m page Energy-SavingTips. . . . . . . , . ..2 Important Safety Instructions. , ,3 How to connect Electricity. ..394 InWdkNkmRequirements, . , ..4 How to Adjust Rollers. , , . . ...4 How to Adjust LevelingLegs. . ..4 How to Set Temperature Controls . . . . . . . 5. . . . . . . . ...5 How to Use Energy-Saver ~~,~~~j~. ,,, ,,. .c, .,, ,,. ,., ,~ Food Storage Suggestions. . . ...6 Shelf Positions. . . . . . . . . . . . ..’7 Storage Drawers. . . . . . . . . ..’798 Ice Service . . . . . . . . . . . . ..9q10 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..lfl User Maintenance Instructkxrs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..ll l?robkrn Sokx. . . . . . . . . . . 1.3M ConsumerServices. . . . . . . ...15 It is intenckxlto help you operate and maintain your new refrigerator properly. Keep it handy for answers to your questions. .! &?rkd Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your refrigerator. N you received a dmaged rdrigemtoq immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the refrigerator. or write (include your phone number) Consumer Affairs FkXpoint Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 SW%? time ad money. Ban%? ymi!frequmw SWvka) check the Problem Solver on pages 12through 14.It lists minor causes of operating problems that you can correct yourself. writedown the modeland said Em.mkmse compartment door. These numbers are also on the Consumer Product @nership Registration card that came with your refrigerator. Before sending e J&cation of your refrigerator is hmportzmt.Avoidlocating it next to your range, a heating vent or where sun WN shine directly c3n it. Mode{ Number If you don’t understand something or need more help . . . Call, toll-free: ‘me GE Answer Centel’m 8m.626.2m consumer information service You’Hfind them on a label at the Wmmty. .,.......Ekdkfcmm’ bottom, just inside the fresh food 4 i]~this cardj please wrke these numbers here: @Be sure the doors are ckxed tightly. Before leaving the house or retiring for the night, check. to be sure doors haven’t been left open accidentally. ~ ,St.oreordy those foods requiring refrigeralicm in ym.wre.kigerat.ora To obtain Hispanic version of this book, call The GE Answer Center’M 800.626.2000 consumer information service. Toll-free. Para obtener la versidn en espafiolde &te manual, Hamegratis a TheGE Answer Center, servicio de informacibn para el consumidor, tel~fono 800.626.2000. @Keep all foods covered to reduce moisture build-up inside -therefrigerator. * If you turnCormds to coldest position for quick chilling or freezing, be sure to W33them back to regular settings. @If FefTig@T%tQrIhms ml ymm’ automaiia ieemakerqdo not‘#m fingers ml” kinds ‘am $BM3 au$o~mi$tic faemaldngineebdsm WMWE the “nliswill FetigeratoFisplwggedin. prevent contact withthemoving pazts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that releases the cubes. @Mm your l%!fz’igerdtm is k operation, do !niOt tm.Rdl? the (X3’M !3Wfkesqparticulmiywhimkinds me damp or wet. Skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces. . ...... >--------‘ .. , , ------- @Don’t !J%3fE’@X3ze hozem foods Wbieb have thawed comp~etely. The United Mates Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden IMetin No. 69 says: ‘f..You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they stiH contain ice crystals or if they are still cold—below 40°F. ‘t. .Thawed ground meats, pOUltIY, 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, get rid of it. The food may be dangerous to eat. ‘ “Even partial thawing and refreezing 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 A. Before making any repairs. Note: We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified indivithxd. R Before cleaning. C. Before repfacing 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: Turning control to (N?F position does not remove power to the light circuit. . .. . . ...I . . ‘> I :! Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly g-rounded three-prong wa~~oudet. PREFERRED ME-MID ;,-, ;“”. , ‘-,. ~ I : . ; “. ‘- ~‘ ,“ The power cord of this appliance )) ‘i Fig. 1 I INSUREPROPER GROUNDEXISTS BEFOREUSE --i Have the wall outlet and circuit Do IWIT, IJlwYn? ANY CXRCXJNI” STANCW$9 CUT’ OR Riwwowz Tm. ‘IwlHwil [GROLJND) !WLON-G FROM Tm ifkwnmCFOND. : ‘ !, Part NO, 467736!%3 Ekcause ofpohmtia6 safety hazards umkrcertain con~itions, we stmrwlv recommend against use of an ad:l”p;erplug. However,if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit, a ‘1’EMPORARY cnm~cmxi 1332ijf bemade to a properlygrounded two-prong wall outlet by use of a LJLlisted adapter (Fig. 2) available at most local hardware stores. u ing a :rounding type plug uncloutlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15amperes (minimum)and 120volts. Such extension cords are obtainable through your local service organization, k&b The refrigerator CAUTION: Attaching adapter ground termin:l] to wall outiet cover screw does not ground the appliance unless cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and wall outlet is grounded through house wiring. You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. wham dkmmxting the pm%x cod from ‘theadapter, al ways hoki the adapter with one hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminaI is very likely to break wi[h repeateci use. if w3ustill elect to use an extension cob. it is absd utely necessary that i [ [~e a [.JL lis[ed 3--wire grounding :ype :Ippliance extensioi~ cord hav- imto its OWxl outkt- (115volt, 60 Hertz, or 100volt, 50 Hertz, single phase AC). This is recommended for best performance and to prevent overloading house wiring circuits, which could cause a possible fire hazard from overheating wires. Rdk!% Installation ILocatiol% Do ml’$install refrigerator where temperature will go below 60°R because it wilInot run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. DO install it on a floor strong To adjuastden% or k!vdinglegs, remove base grille by grasping it at bottom and pulling it out. ROLLER enmgh $0 support a fullykxded refrigerator. Also see Energy-Saving Tips regarding location= ~l@J~y~a~@~ Mow the following &% WMMXsfor ease of installation and pq’ler lain’ Ciredation : sides.. _______5/8° Top--_ --. -__---l” Ba&__---___o”-o” :fi~,~v .- . 2 %~fyRJllr Utiik y Tf~,/ ~{\ J (on modek Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongjy recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, Sllouid dwtrys be plugged inditidRRal ehxh%d I?efrigerator The Iqer slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper pohity in the connection of the power cord. for cle:u~ing;other ~%dels have adj~~ttib!e]e?di~~~ or legs, locakxi behind the base grill, should be set so the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and the front is raised ~ust enough that the doors close easily when opened about halfway, ~Q ~~~~~]f~g so quipped) You will need to connect your icemaker to a cold water line. A water supply kit containing copper tubing, shut-off valve, fittings and instructions is avaiIabIe at extra cost from your dealer. There should be sufficient tubing for the icemaker from the cold water supply to allow you to move the refrigerator out from the wall several feet (approximately 3 coils of U4-iRc13copper tubing that measure at least 10 inches in dM.Oeter), L; Turn roller adjusting screws or leveling Iegs ckdcwise to raise refrigerator, eolmtercloektise $0 lower it. Use adjustable wrench or pliers on the roller adjusting screw’s 3/8” hex head bolt. When adjusting rollers or leveling legs for proper door closure, bottom. fr~nt edge ~f cabinet should be approximately 5/8” from floor. , [,JseoftheEnergy saver Switch can save you money. Estimated yearly savings, depending on your local electric rates, are as follows; FRESH FREEZER c INITIAL ~ IS COLDEST SETT!NG ALLOW’ 24 HOURS BETWEEN ADJUSTMENTS FcmD S INITIAL SETTING 9 IS COLDEST () IS OFF TEMPERATURE CONTROLS ~Iltlwt\lm 7g3~4sl A . . you may want to turn the lettered control one step colder, as from “C” to “D.”Cooler temperatures in the house lmaycause the compressor to operate less frequently, thus allowing the freezer compartment to warm somewhat. To protect your frozen food supply, leave your lettered setting at this colder setting for the entire winter or for whatever period of time you are turning down your thermostat. This is e.specialiy important when the thermostat is turned down for an extended period. This change should have no effect on your fresh food compartment. However, if freezing occurs, turn the numbered control one step warmer, as from “5” to “4:’ When you stop turning the thermostat down, turn temperature controls back to their regular settings. The Energy Saver Switch is located on the upper left side of the fresh food compartment. L -=4 YeadYSaVing~ Fne[gy .—.. Model Est~mat6d ElectricRate(PerKwII) Savings ZmG_mEOxb .11 (A~prox’) CTF14 $8.00 I $13.00 I $18.001 13% ] CTF16 With the heaters turned off, there is a chance that moisture may form on the outside of your refrigerator, especially when the weather is humid. The humidity is most likely to be high in the summer, in the early morning hours, and in homes which are not air conditioned. Over an extended period of time, moisture that forms on the outside may cause deterioration of the paint finish. It willbe important to protect the finish by using appliance polish wax as described on page 11. menthe Energy saw’ stitch is pushed to the right, electricity flows through the low wattage heaters which warm the outside of the cabinet and, under most conditions, prevent the forming of moisture or water droplets. No defrosting It is not necessary to defrost the freezer or fresh food compartments. Your refrigerator is designed and equipped to defrost itself automatically. TO E’duw me rmmowltd ekdl’icity M%-@i’edt-o Gqpemte ymrwFeh$igewlt’twy push SW&h tothe ~o-m~ pmitimo This turns off heaters in your refrigerator that prewnt rfiokcm the outside. tme from ;c3rmimg 5 I%rt !40. 4(NXWTX3 ... Eating quaiiiy dwps ?Jier’lime shmwn ... REFRIGERATOR FR\\ZER . OOF. 35Q &40”F. TOSQD4%3 Wrlkmi?nmt?m, fish and “1%k’e.ze meat, fish ad poultry, pwlhtry: @Always remove store wrappings. wrap wel~in freezer-weight foil (or other heavy-dutywrapping material) forming it carefully to the shape of the contents. This expels air. Fold and crimp ends of the package to provide a good, lasting seal. Don’t refreeze meat that has completely thawed; meat, whether raw or cooked, can be frozen successfully only once. Limit freezing of fresh (unfrozen) meats or seafoods to number of pounds at a time as follows: CTF14 . . . . . . . . . . . ..12 pounds CT’F16. . . . . . . . . . . . ..14 pounds @Rewrap in foil, film or wax paper and refrigerate immediately. DAYS NlONTIN 2oasis (Beef&Lamb). Roasts (Pork&Veal). Steaks (Beef) . . . . . . . . . . . Chops (Lam b) . . . . . . . . . . . Chops (Pork) . . . . . . . . . . . Ground & Stew Meats . . . . . Variety Meads. . . . . . . . . . . Sausage (Pork) . . . . . . . . . . 3t05 3 to 5 3t05 3t05 3t05 lto2 lto2 lto.2 Processed Meats Bacon . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...7 Frankfurters . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Ham(Whole) . . . . . . . . ...7 Fiam(Half) . . . . . . . . . . . ..3to5 Ham (Slices) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Luncheon Meats . . . . . . . . . 3t05 Sausage(Smoked). ... .. 7 Sausage(Dry&Semi-Dry). 14 to 21 cooked Meats Cooked Meats and Meat Dishes . . . . . . . . . . 3t04 Gravy & Meat Broth . . . . . . . lto2 6 to 12 4t08 6 to 12 6t09 3t04 3t04 3t04 lto2 1 x 1102 lto2 lto2 Freezing not recommended. 2t03 2t03 FreshPoultry Chicken & Turkey (Whole). Chicken (Pieces). Turkey (Pieces) . . . . . . . . . . Duck & Goose (Whole). Giblets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 9 1 to 2 I to 2 lto2 1 to 2 lto2 : 3 1 to 2 3 to 4 3 to 4 3t04 6 1 4t06 4 cooked Poultry ?ieces (Covered with Broth) Pieces (Not Covered). .. Cooked Poultry Dishes. . . . . Fried Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . (~~~~~i~afifO~~~~tS ~~tXl~@) FREEZER )Jost frui[s and vegetables. . . . . . ...8-12 months Lean fish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-8 months Fatty fish, rolls and breads, soups, stew, casseroles. . ..2-3 months Cakes, pies, sandwiches, Ieft-overs (cooked), Ice cream (original carton). . . . ...1 month max Newtechniquesareconstantlybeingdeveloped. Consultthe Collegeor CountyExtensionServiceor yourlocal Utility Companyfor the latestinformation cri freezingandstoringfoods. z[[ S. DepuiIIwmoj’Agriculture >itwts, fish and poultry purchased from the store vary in quality and :iqe: consequently, safe storage time in your refrigerator will vary. To store Cheesegwrap well with wax paper or aluminum foil, or put in a plastic bag. @Carefully wrap to expel air and help prevent mold. ~ Store pre-packaged cheese in its own wrapping if you wish. TOstore veg&Mes9 use the vegetable drawers—they’ve been designed to preserve the natural moisture and freshness of produce. ~ Covering vegetables with a moist towel helps maintain crispness. @As a further aid to freshness, pre-packaged vegetables can be stored in their original wrapping. To store ice meam-l?ine-quality ice cream, with high cream content, will normaIly require slightly lower temperatures than more “airy” already-packaged brands with low cream content. ~ It will be necessary to experiment to determine the freezer compartment location and temperature control setting to keep your ice cream at the right serving temperature. 0 The rear of the freezer compartment is slightlycolder than the front. r~: e{JQMQJJ ..+ ;: k~:)sc~Jjl.-&g>[9@~&= 4 ~- . d }’ Th~re are three essential requirements for efficient home freezing. 1. initial Freeze only top-quality foods. Freezing retains quality and flavor; it cannot improve quality. ~Rdit~e 2. Speed. The quicker fruits and vegetables are frozen after picking, the better the frozen product will be. You’ll save time, too –less culiing and sorting will be needed. 3. I%wwr padkagh,go Use food wraps ‘designed especially for freezing. 6 For eomvemienee **6’ ~ Store all like things together. This not only saves time, but electricity— because you can find foods faster. ~ Place the oldest items up front so they can be used up promptly. ~ Use shelves on the door for most often used sauces and condiments. @Use the meat drawer, if your model has one, for meats you do not freeze. To save KRok%eyilll K%@Wgy ~@ ~~~fi&QQd~~~f~ ..Q ~ Place most perishable items such as milk, cream or cottage cheese toward the rear of the top fresh food shelf where they will stay coldest. ~ Cover moist foods with tight lids, plastic film or foil. * Leaf vegetables and fruits placed in storage drawers wi!l last longer when stored in closed plastic containers or wrapped in plastic film. QDo not overload your fresh food or freezer compartment with a lot of warm food at one time. ~ Open the door the fewest times possible to save electrical energy. ~ When going away for several days, leave as few perishables as possible in the refrigerator. Set icenmker, if your model has one, to the “OFF” position and shut off water to the refrigerator. [~:~; 1 ‘-’--+- -“~~ (~;j ,,-,-,,’,,,:.”:; ... . -!, .- ~;~;’;,.;.:-- ; :(<;:.,::) :,;, -f@$yp&.~~) Sorne models have adjustable shelvesin the fresh food compartment, enabling you rearrange the shelves to fit your family’sfood storage needs. . ,-.! .. ,.:. L. Drawers at bo~tomof fresh fooci compartment will stop before coming ail the way out of riifrigerator to help prevent contents from spilIingonto fioor. Drawers can easily be removed by tilting up slightly and pulling past “stop” location. To rwmow?drawers when the fnwb door cannot be food eompar~ent opened my, bhw the pmmxhre that appliesto your model. ( \ 4 ‘Tiltdrawer and cover sideways. I To remove shelves: Tilt shelf up at front, then lift it up and out of tracks on rear waHof refrigerator. 1. Remove food from drawers and drawer covers and shelf above thein, and take shelf out. 2. Grip drawer and cover farthest from the door simultaneously with both hands, lift them off the front supports, and pull them out. ❑ Engage top lug 5. Turn drawer and cover and take them out. ❑ Lower to lock into place TOM@aee: reverse procedure, making sure covers engage supports at rear and rest on supports at front of refrigerator. To ~ep#we SkSKWS: Select desired shelf height. With shelf front raised slightly,engage top lugs in tracks at rear of cabinet. Then lower front of shelf until it locks into position. Tempered glass shelves (on.models so equipped) are adjmtab~e in the ~anle ~anner. 3. G@ remaining drawer and cover simultaneously with both hands, lift them off the front supports, and pull forward just enough to detach. from rear supports. -.,) ,. i Part P!o. 46R36P03 t 2ePull drawer out a few inches.Grip drawer cover with both hands, lift front off supports and pull forward just enough to detach cover from rear support brackets. I 4. Turn drawer and cover to lgft and remove from refrigerator, (Withlefthand door, turn drawer and cover .to right.) The slide-out meat drawer can be removed and taken to the sink or food preparation area. You may also relocate it within the fresh food compartment to suit your storage needs. onfdl-%dth shelf models, just slide drawer out, remove drawer cover from shelf above, relocate cover in the position you desire it and slide drawer back into place. (hi half-tidth shelf models,the drawer and the shelf to which it attaches can be relocated at any level. 3 Up-end drawer and cover with front side up. To repiace: reverse procedure, making sure holes in rear of cover hook onto supports at rear of refrigerator and front of cover rests on supports at front of refrigerator. ‘, ,, .... . ... p’? %.,- ,. . t> 1, ~., --.--” .,! ;:. .. . ,. . . .~. . +.:. ... ~.:. .~.s ,.. ..,,..:_- Q&pbw icemdw dies per fcyde . .. . . . . . ,...,~ -.,$ ; 7+.. l~i.$. -.2?> ‘,’.’[ ,. winpmk.fm eight — approximately lUOcubes in a 24-how-period, dependingon freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and otheruse conditions. If.yore’Fehigemtor is operated before waler Wmmdkm is made @ the kemaker9 keep the icemaker feeler arm in’the OFF (up) position as shown below. Feeler Arm in Icc cube mold will automatically fi~lwith water after cooling to freezing temperature, and first cubes norrnaliy freeze after several hours. When cubes are solidly frozen, they will be ejected from the mold into the ice storage bin by means of a sweeper arm. hmnaking will continue until the feeler arm senses a sufficient accumulation of ice cubes in the storage bin and halts the operation temporarily. For maximum ice storage, level the stored cubes with your hand occasionally. Be sure nothing interferes with the swing of the feeler arm. The icemaker ejects cubes in groups of eight and it is normal for several cubes to be joined together. once your imm.tker is in operation Mm’ mvay the first few batches of ice cubes. This will flush away any impurities in the water line. Do the same thing after vacations or extended periods when ice isn’t used. * home water supply is to be off for several hours. @ice storage bin is to be removed for a period of time. s going aw:~yon vacation, at which time you shoukl also turn off the valve in the water supply line to your refrigerator. If iceis used iBIfreqUentlyq old cubes will become cloudy and taste stale. Empty ice storage bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water. when a kwge supply of icetill be needed, make an extra supply ahead of time. Empty bin, put cubes in plastic bags or contaii~ers and store in the freezer compartment until the bin refills. Mthis is your first icemaker, you’ll hear occasional sounds that may be unfamiliar. They are normal icemaking sounds and are not cause for concern. caution: Ice Storage BirI when ?refrigemm’ has been connectedtowater Supplyt move the feeler arm to the ON (down) position. Feeler Arm in ON position Under certain rare circumstances, ice cubes may be discolored, usually appearing with a green-bIuish hue. The cause of this unusual discoloration is appmently due to a combination of factors such as certain characteristics of local waters, household plumbing and the accumulation of copper salts in an inactive water supply line which feeds the icernaker. Continued consumption of such discolored ice cubes may be injurious -tohealth. If such discolomtion is observed, discard the ice cubes and contact your C&meld Electric Factory service Center or an authorized Customer .~;@@&J@J~\Ti~~~+ f ,,-.-.,~ ‘. — ‘, —.. PartNo.4EY73Wiii ‘“ . .-- ,. <. .! .,, -.,,,, ‘ _l,..-.:.,..,f~.. ;~r,,,<::.i, ..;.: . . ‘,,. . - t, . 7..7, [:,, ,:, =;:e:$; :;<: ::~?) , ,, ‘lb EQdwww icemhes+ invert tray, hold it Overstorage bucket (cm models so equipped) or bowl, and. twist tray at both encks. \ For Ody $MRem $3-’w ice a.ks~ leave the tray right-side up, twist both ends slightly and remove desired number of cubes. , /’ /--- W.h trays and storage bucket in Jukewarrn water only. Do not put them in an automatic dishwasher. vi! :.i” . . ..-.a {[)$>>j$},+. 1~.:$.ii :U!:i;”::!.’4),; ! ) The optiol]al automatic icemaker will repklce the ice you use... automatically. It can keep you supplied with a binf~~of ~ubes—ice for everything, everybody—without fuss or muss. If your refrigerator did not come ah-eady equipped with an automatic icemaker, you may add onecontact your local I-Iotpointdealer; specify UK-KIT-I or UK-KIT-2.A water supply kit containing copper tubing, shut-off valve, fittings and instructions needed to connect the icemaker to your cold water line is also available at extra cost. Your ike cubes can only be as fresh-tasting as the water that produces them, That’s why it’sa gooclidea to purify your water with a Quadra Ween Water Filter. Its activated charcoal removes musty,stale odors and unpleasant medicinal, metallic tastes. A porous fiber cartridge catches dirt, rust particles, sand and silt while special crystals reduce deposits of hard scale. The water filter is available from your I+Iotpointdealer. Specify JVR97X214.It has complete installation instructions and installs in minutes on 1/4” 0.D. copper water line. I CAUSE AND mN~EDY PROBLEM PossmI.E REFRIGERATOR DOES Nor 0FWL4TE ~ May be in defrost cyclewhen motor does not operate for about 30 minutes. @Temperature control in OFF position. @If interior light is not on, refrigeratormay not be plugged in at wall outlet. @If plug is secure and the refrigerator still fails to operate, plug a lamp or a small appliance into the same outlet to determine if there is a tripped circuit breaker or burned out fbse. MO?X)RC)PEMTES FOR LONG PERIODS ~ Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer compartment require more operating time. ~ Normal when refrigerator is first delivered to your home—--usually requires 24hours to completely cool down. e Large amounts of food p~a~e~in refrigerator to be COOkd @ Or frozen. Hot weather—frequentdoor openings. @Door left open. ~ Temperature controls are set too cold. Refer to instructions for use of TEMPERATURE CONTROLS on page 5. @Check ENERGY SAVINGTIPS on page 2. MOI-’ORSTART’S(Q S“I’$3PS mwyJENTLY 0 Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain even temperatures. I ~ ‘m3RA’I’IoN OR /I R4TTLHW3 o If refrigerator ~~ibrates,more than like~y it is not resting solidly Onth f100~MK! front roller screws or front levelinglegs need adjusting or floor is weak or uneven. Refer ~~~~LLERS/LEVELING LEGS Onpage 4. i ~ If dkhes vibrate on shelves, try moving them. I Slight vibration is normal. 3 i ‘> . -— ——.-—..— .—. POSSIBIJECAUSEmDmMEDY OPEM.TH’JGSOUNDS @‘13-Iehigh spcedcom~>ressc}r~ not()rrequiredt or~][%inmi~~n earzero temperaturesin the large freezer compartmentmay producehigher sm.mdlevels than your old refrigerator. @Normal fan air flow—-fanMowscold air throughthe refrigeratorand freezer compm%mmts. @These NOWVIAL soundswill also be heard from time to tine: @Defrost timer switchclick!!at defrost. o Defrost water dripping into drain pan. ~ Temperaturecontrol clicks ON or OIW. ~ Refrigerantboilingor gurgling. ~ Cracking or popping of coolingcoils caused.by expansionand contraction during defrost and refrigeration followingdefrost. ~ With automatic icemaker, the sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes as icemaker refills. FRESH mall OR FREEZER COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE Too WARM ~ Temperature control not set cold enough. Refer to TEMPERATURE CONTROLS on page 5. @Warmweather—frequentdoor openings. ~ Door left open for too long time. @Packagemay be holding door open. * Packageblocking air duct in freezer compartment. FOODS DRY OUT @Foods not covered, wrapped or sealed properly. FROST OR ICE CRYSTALSON FRCX?ZNFOOD = Door may have been left ajar or package holding door open. @Too frequent and too long door openings. ~ Frost within package is normal. SLOW ICE CUBE FREEZING ICECW3ESHAVE ODOR/T’ASTE I ~ Door may have been left ajar. @Turn temperature of freezer compartment colder. @Old cubes need to be discarded. o Unsea]ed packages in ~ef~~gera~or ~nd/or Wmsmittingodor/taste to ice cubes. freezer compartments rna~be o ~12terior& refrigerator needs cleaning—referto page ~~. —.. L3 PartNo. ‘4Wmw’m — —. ——. @Notunusualduringperiodofhighhumidity. ‘a -. MCWSTLJRE ..— Move’theenergysaverswitchto the right> Q+Toofrequentandtoo longdooropenings. COLLECIll INSIDE @In humidweatherair carriesmoistureintorefrigeratorwhendoorsare opened. WATERON? THE FLOOR @Defkostwaterpan full. Foodswith strongodorsshouldbe tightlycovered. REFRIGEMmR HAS mm 63 Check fO~Sj?Oi.kd food. Interiorneedsckaning. Referto page 11. Defrostwaterpan rwds cleaning. Keepopenboxof bakingsodain refrigerator;replacemonthly. — INTERIORLIGHT Y3ES Nm LIGHT @No powerat outlet. @Lightbulbneedsreplacing. ... . . .. ... .. .“ . ...? .-. ! . .. . ..=-4> . s. 1 J-r+. ;4 .—” . L.. ..\.<....,, ...‘< .sm-- +- ~.,-” Y,?’ L~ : ....>. ~%. t . ,, -.: . ... ... ...a!.- 2;J -...Lm. - .. , ! (-} e- $~”~fi-~’;r~ (q~l ~~~gjyf” ‘“-+4KU,” .!. U-M >“{:1“.s l—m.w.-.-r ------~ - .- ~!~~ry~ie.-es ..—”,.,..——-...->— r..-- ..—-”-...-w*,.--* -, Our Consumer Services are designed with your needs and wants in mind, *G .—,,.- .W,,WL..-—..--.. —————— - .-G—..—...—-,,..+>2:$..? t+.,:< Warramiy PFotectiem $$e; $Mforeyour newappliance left the factory, it went through rigorous tests to detect manufacturing defects. J E%J g<.g: .$%g~ ij & ~d&p&& —---- *..--— At Hotpoint we’recommitted 10 providing you with the best applianceswe knowhowto build and we kIIOWthat YOU want your appliances to give you many years of dependable service. ($?$ -’J- ., Y-.? A ~;<,:y: .=--* —. —-.——.---.=--..” And you have a written warranty to protect you. See the warranty on the back page of this book for details. .— Whether yourapplianceis in or out of warranty,you’re just a phone callawayfrom our nationwidenetworkof FactoryTrainedServiceprofessionals. Simplycall our Hotpoint serviceorganization.Look in the Whiteor YellowPagesof your telephonedirectoryfor HOTPOINTFACTORYSERVICE,GENERAL ELECTRIC-HOTPOINTFACTORYSERVICEor HOTPOINT CUSTOMERCARE”SERVICE. Servicecan normallybe scheduledat yourconvenience and the techniciandrivesa fully-stockedparts service truck so that, in most cases,the repair can be completed in one visit. We’reproud of our serviceand want you to be pleased, but if for somereason you are not happy withthe service you receive,hereare three stepsto followfor further help. Smke FIRST,contactthe peoplewho serviced your appliance. Expiainwhyyou are not pieased.In mostcases,this will solvethe problem. NEXT,if youare stillnot pleasedwriteall the detaiis —includingyour phonenumberto: Manager,ConsumerRelations Hotpoint AppliancePark Louisville,Kentucky40225 FINALLY,if your problemis still not resolved;write: Major ApplianceConsumerAction Panel 20North WackerDrive Chicago,Illinois60606 Cmmads For mmbk-free service beyond m written W’m%mtyperiod. If you prefer to budget your repair expenditures instead of beingsurprisedby them, Hotpoint offers servicecontracts for varyinglengthsof time on all Hotpoint major appliances.With a contract, we’llkeep your appliancein good operating condition during the contract period at no additional charge. .m—-—.—— .—..— Servicecontractslet you pay today’spricesfor servicea month, a year,or severalyears from now.And, you’llreceiveservicefrom Hotpoint trained servicetechniciansusingonlygenuine Hotpoint parts. If you have any questionsabout ServiceContracts, call TOLL-.FR-EE 800.626.2224.(In Kentucky,call 800.292.2057.) —...vm...—.0=a=iwia=iwi.—.———. The Quick Fix@system -----. . .. . ‘\!, -i .-.!. .!. ‘._. #-.>,, (>.. ...-. ~+ ( ----- JFiMpflawYou by IPTmme Should you need help in the selectionand purchase of newappliances, or have questions about the operation of the Hotpoint appliances you now own- or have an~~other questions about Hotpoint consumer products or services, you are only a TOLL-FREEcall away. .. . A program for do-it-yourselfappliance repair, the systemincludesstep-by-steprepairmanuals for refrigerators,most non-microwaveelectric ranges, dishwashers,and standard and large capacitywashersand dryers, plus specialiy packagedreplacernentparts, and technical help with a toll-free800 number. You em save money and time by doing it ymmdf. For do-it-yourselferswho wouldprefer to fix Hotpoint major appliancesthemselves. . . Hotpoint offers an industry first, the Quick Fix” System. ,-—-,-.-,, —.. -.. ~ ._.-.yyf+f_—_ w.-.:— .—-.;:~%~_v . ,_;-— “~ -.?— m .;.-—., — ~ ,— TheG~ARSW ccm& Q_QQ.626.2ooo The GE AnswerCenterT’M consumer information serviceis open 24 hours a day, sevendays a week. Our staff of experts stands ready to assist you anytime. Part iNo. M7ZHW ———————. . .. —- .. . ... -——— ---—-..—.--- —— .. —----- .— 1 ;. & ?+$$; ; ~. ~. i?‘+$$ : bgcq : -W f~.)v , , ,,! -=.-> , !:.,,,i ..,~-- .,[ J ,. .’. . ..i>’2-:” , ‘“t ‘“-”I~ (~=$1 ~-;%y, !..--====— &.-&k >[ ,., .. : Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelleci check tcI establish warranty period. ..— ————-——___ .— ____ —— —— FWL.LFwE-YEAFiWARRANTY For five years from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part d the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator and all connecting tubing) that fails because of a manufacturing defect. This warranty is Ewhmckci to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 4!3 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, D,(2.in Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITEDbecause you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel costs to your home. All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care” servicers during normal working hours. @Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product. Reedyour We and Care material. If you then have any questions about operating the product, please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free: The GE Answer CenterT’M 800.626.2000 consumer information service ~ Improper installation. If you have an installation problem, contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for providing adequate electrical, ~lumbing and other connecting facilities. , .-: . , .“L, . k?, ; t.. . i : “. Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for HOTPONT FACTORYSERVICE, GENERAL ELECTRKN+OTPOINT FACTORYSERVICE or HOTIXNNT CUSTOMERCAl?E@SERVICE. 1, @Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers. %“ . ;. ..-,%> -* --= ml! r.‘,., I @Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commercially. g Damage to product caused by accident, fire, floods, or acts of God. %$ v.” % &f+.$. , ~gk ~ :$ % ., 1 %i WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL. DAMAGES. \ , $; g+ pj$j # %& ‘$yJ* ..f!l$ &J:~ yyj$ &p -,s;4 *. , ,“ HAL ONE-YEARWARRANTY l% one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the refrigerator that fails because of a manufacturing defect. Q%% , ;- &~ \ ‘&’j&/ % r; Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state, To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General. $$J’$J $3@ 3?? &!& ——.————— ..——. .--—.-... . -— -.