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- . :A.-*$$~ .. . . ...= ~_=. r______ . ___. ..._ .. ___ . ____ .. ---- ‘use’andcare ofNo-Frost Models CTF23 &cTx23 Energy-saving Tips p2 Howthe’ Energy-saver Witch works p5 you Howlong should store foods? w--”” . ..-”. —- - p(!i -—.—- Save time and money Before yourequest service, usethe ProblemSolver. pll .——.. —m-?-.. . ... .= ~..=e .= # CrrX C.-T-x’ en ..+..-.—.— __ .... .... . . .,,_._. Page Ermrgy-%vh?g Tips ., . . . . . . . ...2 impofiant Safety lnstructiQnsm..3 F%E?ad this kxmkCarefu!ly. It is intendedtohelp you operate and maintain your new refrigerator properly. l--lowto Connect Electricity. ..3,4 installation Requirements. . . ...4 Keepithandyfor questions. answerstoyour Flow to Adjust Rollers . . . . . . . ...4 How to Set Temperature (hntrols. . . . . . . .. -- . . . . ..e...~ t+owtol.Jse Energy-Saver switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..~ Food Storage Suggestions . . ...6 Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...? Storage Dra@ers. . . . . . . . . . ..+.$ lce%rvice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..~ Accessories . . . . . . . . . . ..- . . . ..s User Maintenance Instructions . . . . . . . . . ..- . . . ..lo lfyoudon’t understand something orneed more help... Cdl, toll-free: The GEAnswer CenterTM 800.626.2000 consumer information service orwrite(include your phone number) Consumer Affairs Hotpoint Appliance Park Louisville, KY40225 ConsumerServices . . . . . . . ...15 @Close the doors as soon as possible, particularly in hot, humid weather. o Keep Energy Saver Switch in the left position unless moisture forms on the outside of the refrigerator. You’ll find them on a Iabei at the bottom, just inside the fresh food compartment door. These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration card that came with your refrigerator. E3eforesending in this card, please write these numbers here: Model e Number Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your refrigerator. Save time and money. Before you requestservice,check the Problem Solver on Pages II through 13. It lists minor causes of operating problems that you can correct yourself. Warranty . . . . . . . . .-- Af%ckCO~er o Don’t open doors more often than necessary. serial nlm-brs. If you receiveda damaged refrigerator,immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the refrigerator. Problem So!ver. . . . . . . . ...11-13 @Location of your refrigerator is important. Avoid locating it next to your range, a heating vent or where sun will shine directly on it. writeCkNA-m the lm$xldand @Be sure the doors are closed tightly. Before leaving the house or retiring for the night, check to be sure doors haven’t been left open accidentally. QStore only those foods requiring refrigeration in your refrigerator. o Wipe all moisiure from bottles and cartons before putting them in the refrigerator. @Keep all foods covered to reduce moisture build-up inside the refrigerator. e if y~u turn controls to coldest position for quick chilling or freezing, be sure to turn them back to regular settings. o Don’t overcrowd your refrigerator, Overcrowding can require extra .= electrical energy to keep every- u -’ thing cool. _________ ...-......_..>._.._ —.-— e ~~RNIN~–When using this appliance, always exercise basic ‘afety precautions, including the foi!owing: ~ use this appliance only W m intendd purpose as described in this Use and Care Book. o Thisrefrigeratormustbe properly installedin acxmrdancewith the !nstaElationhshmtions before it is used. See grounding instructions below and on page 4. * Never unplugyour refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle. ~ Repair or replace immediately aHelectric service cordsthat have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage aionq its length or at either the g-or connector end. ~ When moving your refrigerator away km the wall, be careful not to roil mm or damage — the W63S cord. s After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the mid surfaces,patiicularly when hands are dampor wet. Skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces. ~ If yourrefrigeratorhasan automaticbreaker, do not place fingersor iharnds m the automatic icemakingmechanismwhile the refrigeratoris pluggedin.,This will previmt contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that releases the cubes. ~ Don’trefreeze frozqnfoods which have thawedcompletely. The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says: ~ if your ol~ refrigerator is still aroundthe hu3LH3 M irmt ih me, be sure to removethe dcmrs.This wiii reduce the possibility of danger to chiidren. * Unplug your refrigeration A. i3efore making any repairs. Note! We strcmgiy recommend that any servicing be performed by a quaiified individual. B. Before cieaning. “...You may safely refreeze frozen G. Before repiacing a burned-out foods that have thawed if they still iight buib, the refrigerator shouid contain ice crystals or if they are be unpiugged in order to avoid stili cold—beiow 40°F. contact with a live wire fiiament. (A burned-out iight buib may ‘:. .Thawed ground meats, pOuhy, break when being repiaced.) or fish that have any off-odor Note: Turning controi to OFF or off-coior should not be refrozen and shouid not be eaten. Thawed position does not remove power ice cream shouid be discarded. if to the iight circuit. the odor or coior of any food is poor or questionable, get rid of it. ~ ~ Do not operate yqm refrigerator in thepresenceof explosivefumes. The food may be ,dangerous to eat. “Even partial thawing and refreezing reduce the eating quaiity of foods, particularly fruits, vegeSAVE T~E~~~ tables, and prepared foods. The eating quaiity of red meats is ![~STRUCTIQNS 7! Pl!EFEiNEil METi-iOD -\;\ Q \% ,0 Q safety, must be IFclrJx?rsmd this appliance 7 12ropef1y grounded. The power cord of this appiiance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) piug which mates with ~;~tanclard three-prong (gro~iilding) =-all receptacle (Fig. 1) to minimize the possibility of eiectrib shock hazard from this appiiance. affected iess than that of many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possibie to save as much of their eating quality as you can.” “l\ / ilWURE PROPER GROUt-lDEXISTS BEFOREUSE Fig. Have the waii receptacle and circuit checked by a quaiified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properiy grounded. 3 Where a standard two-prong waii receptacle is encountered, it is the personai responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it repiaced with a properiy grounded three-prong waii receptacle. Do P&3-i”, UNDER ANY circumstances, CUT cm REMOVE THE T’HIRD (GROUND] PRONG FROM ‘THE PQkvER CORD. (continued next page) PariNo.467i’32POl_ la used adapter pk..lfj E&ause of po&nt~a/safety hazards undercertain conditions, we strongly recommend againstuse of an adapter plug. However, if you still eiectto use artadapter,where local codes permit, aTEMPORARYCONNECTION may be madeto a properly grounded two-prong wail receptacle by use of a UL listed adapter (Fig. 2) available at most local hardware stores, Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However,if you still elect to use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessarythat it be a UL listed 3-wire grouriding type appliance extension cord and that the current carrying rating of the cord be 15amperes minimum. Such extension cords are obtainable through your Iota/ service organization. Adjustabk rokm, which enable you to move your refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning, are located behind the base griile. These rollers should be set so that the refrigerator is firmly positioned on the floor and the front is raised just enough that the doors close easily when opened about halfway. TEMPORARY MEIIKNI (ADAPTER PLUGSNOT PERMITTED IN CANADA) ALIGNLARGE PRONGS/SLOTS ~ u The rehkywator slm.ddalways / -. n ‘\ Q-.. &l&jjyJ7E~ @ ~ Fig. 2 ~] GROIJNIIAND FIRMCONNECTION BEFOREUSE TheIargerslot in the adapter must be aligned with the Iargerslot in the wall receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord. CAUTK3N: Attaching adapter ground terminal to wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and wall receptacle is grounded through house wiring. Customer should 17avethe circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded. When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the adapter with one hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use. Should the adapter ground terminal break, DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established. be p!ug’jged intoitsown hdivichali ekedrical cNJtkt—— (115volt, 60 Hertz, or 100 volt, 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. [ Toadjustrollers,remove the base grille by grasping it at the bottom and pulling it cwt. Turnrolleradjustingscrewsclockwise to raise refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower it. Useadjustable wrench (3/8” hex head bolt) or pliers. LCm3ticm Do not installrefrigeratorwhere temperaturewill go below 60°F. because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. Do installit on a floorstrongenough to supporta fullyloadedrefrigerator. Also see Energy-Saving Tips regarding location. When adjusting front rollers for proper door closure, it is recommended that the bottom front edge of the cabinet be approximately 5/8 inch from the floor. Mow 5/8” at each sick and 1” over the top for ease of installationand proper air circulation. consider providing water supply to refrigerator location. It will simplify connection of optional automatic icemaker should you wish to install one at a later date. I To replace base grille, align prongs on back of grille with clamps in cabinet and push forward until grille snaps into place. This turns off heaters in your refrigerator that prevent moisture from forming on the outside, Use of the Energy Saver Switch can save you money. Estimated yearly savings, depending on your local electric rates, are as follows: TEMPERATURE CONTROLS {G~[T~Q ALLOW 24 HOURS FOR TEMPERATURES )’eady %Vit19S Energy Model Estimated h~,d~,,i,w I $ .05I $ .08I $ .II /(Approx.) TO STAB!LIZE w] I Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate the temperature in the fresh food and freezer compartments. !NH-!ALLY,set the FRESH FOOD controlat 5 and the FREEZER ontroiat C thermostat bek$w 600!=. at night ...you may want to turn the lettered control one step colder, as from “C” to “D.” Cooler temperatures in the house may cause the freezer controls to operate less frequently, For colder or warmer temperatures, thus allowing the freezer compartadjust the desired compartment con- ment to warm somewhat. To protect your frozen food supply, leave your trol cmeletter or number at a time. Iettereclsetting at this colder setting for the entire winter or for whatever 4h!PoRT/4FJT When initially setting the Cormds m- period of time you are turning down your thermostat. This is especially important when the thermostat is turned down for an extended period. E?’#eP-l CMJt. Note: Turningthe freshfoodcontrol This change should have no to “OFF” turnsoff E3C)TH ccmparteffect on your fresh food section. ments—freshfood AND freezer. However, if freezing occurs, turn test Hmv +h3 “k%npem”bw’es We the milk test for the freshfood gomparhmnt. Place a container of rnilkorr thetopshelf in the fresh food compartment. Check it a day later. If the milk is too warm or too cold, adjust the temperature controls. use the ice cream test b’ the freezer compartment. Place a container of ice cream in the center of the freezer compartment. Check it after a day. If it’s too hard or too soft, ~~:=~ust the temperature controls. 7 u’;-ikwaysallow .2-4how-s for the refrig” erator to read-l the temperature y@Jset. the numbered control one step warmer, as from “5” to “4.” 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 will be important to protect the finish by using appliance polish wax as described on page 10. I I When the Energy Saver Switch k pushedto 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. When you stop turning the thermostat down, turn temperature controls back to their regular settings. .- :ir&. IM-Mwgjy’ Saww i’i?w: ‘ f~~~~ The Energy Saver Switch is located on the temperature control panel. It is not necessary to defrost the freezer or fresh food compartments. Your refrigerator is designed and equipped to defrost itself automatically -m rechtxa me amount d electricity Wxy.nh’edtoqwmm? your R?ff8’k@’ator, push SM”MTJ to Me km pmimm. 5 PartNo. 4677321W &xJgeshxi SWage times 3mdpou[try* -ix meat !N IN ... REFRIGERATOR FRE#ER Eahg quality drops after time sfmwn ..— (PE :T40% MONTHS IMYS 35” FreshMeats Rcasts (Beef and Lamb). Rwsts (Pork and Veal). . . S!;aks (Beef) . . . . . . . . . . . Ck~ps (Lamb) . . . . . . . . . . . C!wps (Pork)........,.. Ground and Stew Meats. V~:iety Meats, . . . . . . . . . . S?~sage(Pork) . . . . . . . . . . 3 to ~ 3 to 5 3t05 3t05 3t05 1 to 2 lto2 lto2 6 to 12 4t08 6 to 12 6t09 3t04 3t04 3t04 lto2 Processed Meats 1 x lto2 lto2 lto2 Freezing not recommended. &con . . . . . . . . . . . . ...7 Frankfurters . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Ham(Whole) . . . . . . . . ...7 Hzm(Half) . . . . . . . . . . . ..3to5 H?m (Slices) . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Luncheon Meats . . . . . . . . . 3t05 .Qusage (Smoked). 7 Sz~sage :Dryand Semi-Dry) ., 14 to 21 Cooked Meats Cooked Meats and ‘;{eat Dishes . . . . GT~vyand Meat Broth. 2t03 ztos 3t04 1 to 2 ~oul~~y ~~esh Ch:~kenand Turkey l/Jhole), . . . . . . . . . ..lto2 Ch:ken (Pieces). .“ 1 to 2 Tu-~iey{Pieces). 1 to 2 Du;\ and Goose (Whole). 1 to 2 Gi2iets . . . . . . . . . . . ..lto2to2 12 9 6 6 3 Cooked Poultry P]e:es Govered with Broth) Pi;:a (Not Covered). Co;ked PoultryDishes Fr’:d Chicken.,,,,. ,,, 6 1 4t06 4 1 to 2 3 to 4 3 to 4 3t04 (CMherfhan for meats& poultry) fruits and vegetables. . . . . ...8-12 MCS: and storing ‘l-a mm meats, To s%orevegetables–Vegetable drawers have been specially designed to preserve natural moisture and freshness of produce. ~ Crispness can be maintained by covering vegetables with a moist towel. @As a further aid to freshness, pre-packaged vegetables can be stored in their original wrapping. To store ice cream– Fine-quality ice cream, with high cream content, will normaliy require slightly lower temperatures than more ‘{airy” aiready-packaged brands with low cream content. * It will be necessary to experiment to determine the location in the freezer compartment and the temperature control setting to keep your favorite ice cream at the right serving temperature. ‘rips cm fr&X?XZin’gfoods 1 month max. 1. initial quality. Freeze only top-quality foods. Freezing retains quality and flavor; it cannot improve quality. foods. of AcJricil/ture Unfmzfm Tostore cheese,wrap 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. There are three essential requirements for efficient home freezing. Cmpany for the latest information oi7 freezing ~ Rewrap in foil, film or wax paper and refrigerate immediately. 2-3 months New techniques are constantly being developed. Consult the College or County Extension &2wice or your local Utility “1 S. Deparlinent remove store wrappings. @Also, the rear of the freezer compartment is slightly colder than FREEZER the front. months 6-8 months LQ.17fish Fa::; fish, rolls and breads; SJLIp S,stew,casseroles, Cz~ss, pies, sandwiches, tit-overs (cooked), ..‘-s. cream (original carton). a AIways M--l and ~wuitry-Meats, fish and poultry plirchased from the store vary in quality and age; consequently, sate storage time in your refrigerator wi~l va~y. 2. Speed. The quicker fruits and vegetables are frozen after picking, the better t17efrozen product will be, You’ll save time, too, because less culling and sorting will be necessary. 3. Proper packaging. Use food wraps designed especially for freezing; they’re readily available in a wide selection at your favorite store. 6 TCJ freeze meat,fishand poultry, wrap well 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 21 pounds at a time. organize your food storage for convenience. s Store all like things together. This not only savestime, but electricity— because you can find foods faster. @Place the oldest items up front so they can be used up promptly. * Use the handy shelves on the door for most frequently used sauces and condiments. @Usethe meat drawer for temporary storage of meats you do not freeze. To save money in Emergy and kxxl CxsLs. @Place most perishable items such as milk, cream or cottage cheese toward the rear of the top shelf as they will stay coldest in this part of the fresh food compartment. @Cover moist foods with tight lids, plastic film or foil. ISLeaf vegetables and fruits placed in storage drawers will last longer when stored in closed plastic containers or wrapped in plastic film. ~ Do not overload your fresh food or freezer compartment with a lot of warm food at once. * Open the door the fewest times possible to save electrical energy. ~ When going out of town for several days, leave as few perishables as possible in the refrigerator. Move the icemaker manual switch to “OFF” and shutoff water to the refrigerator. Deep’ EMN’x (m-i ~ Shelves in the fresh food compartment are adjustable in any combination, enabling you to make efficient shelf arrangements to fit your family’s food storage needs. models!30 equifllwd) Shelves on doors of Hotpoint refrigerators provide convenient storage for frequently-used items. Engage top lug ❑ Lower to lock into place To replace shehws: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 adjustable in the same manner. Deep shelves on Hotpoint’s Deep Door can accommodate a two-liter bottle on the bottom shelf and a six-pack on the shelf above it. ] remove shelves: Tilt shelf up at front, then iift it up and out of tracks on the rear wall of the refrigerator. Snugger(s), on models so equipped, are designed to give you storage flexibility on your fresh food compartment door. Items such as salad dressing, steak sauces and other condiments can now be kept securely against the door liner to help prevent tipping, spilling and sliding. For most efficient operation, place index finger and middle finger on either side of the snugger and simply move it back and forth to fit your needs. 7 Part No. 467732P0-i ‘F%wit and vegetable Draufers Drawers at the bottom of the fresh food compartment have been specially designed to preserve the natural moisture and freshness of produce. TOremove drawerswhen the fresh food compartmentdoor cannot be t. Remove drawer farthest from door. Dwwver Removal Drawers will stop before coming all the way out of refrigerator to help prevent contents from spilling onto floor. Drawers can easily be removed by tilting up slightly and pulling past “stop” location. 2. Lift drawer cover up and pull it out. 3. Slide remaining drawer and cover to the middle. 4. Place hand on drawer cover and pull out drawer. Then lift cover and remove it. After cleaning, replace in reverse order. The slide-out meat drawer can be removed and taken to the sink or food preparation area. The drawer and shelf to which it attaches can be relocated at any level to suit your storage needs. To relocate the meat drawer and shelf, follow procedures for adjusting shelves as shown on page 5. Easy Ek?k=se””kx?malls Your ice cubes can only be as clear and fresh-tasti179 F1- ‘ ‘ asthe water that produces , D them. That’swhy it’s a good idea to purify your water with a Quadra Kleen 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 k .< u reduce deposits of hard scale Y f’ The water filter is an option atextra cost and is available from your Hotpoint dealer. Specify WR97X214. it has complete installation instruc-. tions and installs in minutes on 1/4” O.D. copper water line. Wm To rek+aseice cubes, invert tray, hold it over storage bucket (on models so equipped) or bowl, and twist tray at both ends. /- &-- F-oronly one or two ice cubes, leave the tray right-side up, twist both ends slightly and remove desired number of cubes. Wash trays and storage bucket in lukewarm water only. Do not put them in an automatic dishwasher. The optional automatic icemakerwili replace the ice you use... automatically. It can keep you supplied with a binful of cubes —iceforeverything, everybody-without fuss or muss. If your refrigerator did not come already equipped with an automatic icemaker, you may add one— contact your local I-iotpoint dealer; specify UK-KIT-1. VfaG&itifli”l ‘B@}lind Protect the paint finish.The finish cmthe outside of the refrigerate; is a high quality, baked-on paint finish. With proper care, it will stay newiooking and rust-free for years. Apply a coat of appliance polish wax when the refrigerator is new and then at least twice a year. Appliance Polish Wax & Cleaner (Cat. No. WR97X21@is available from GE and Hotpoint Appliance Parts Marts. Keepthe finishclean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with appliance polish wax or mild liquid dishwashing detergent. Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel. Do riot use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach, or cleaners containing bleach. Inside Clean both fresh food and freezer compartments at least once a year. Mis recommended that the refrigerator be unplugged before cleaning. If this is not practical, wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning in the vicinity of switches, lights or controls. Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator awayfrom the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces. If your refrigerator is on wheels, pull it straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in. Moving your refrigerator in a side direction may result in damage to your floor covering or refrigerator. condenser For most efficient operation, remove the base grille (see page 4) and remove the defrost water pan, then either sweep away or vacuum up dust that is readily accessible, This easycleaning operation should be done at least once a year. Condenser Defrost WJater Pan Pan located behind base grille should be cleaned at least once a year. When reinstalling pan, firmly push pan ALL THE WAYIN until it stops. Use warm water and baking soda solution—about a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water. Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry. Follow this same procedure for cleaning door gaskets, meat and vegetable drawers, and all plastic parts. Wash ice trays and ice storage bin in lukewarm water only. Do not use cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners. ‘EMnotwash any pmxk parts fkwm your I-eff%gerakwi%your automatic dishwasher. 10 For exkmcied vacations or absences,shut off power to refrigerator, turn the numbered control OFF, clean interior with baking soda solution of one tablespoon of soda to one quart of water. Wipe dry. To prevent odors, leave open box of soda in refrigerator. Leave doors open. Far shortervacations,remove perishable foods and leave controls at regular settings. However, if room temperature is expected to drop below 60°F. follow same instructions as for extended vacations. If you have an icemaker, move icemaker manual switch to OFF positior] and be sure to shut off water supply. ON-OFF switch is located near the front of the icemaker. Disconnect power cord from wall receptacle, remove alI food and clean and dry the interior. Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves, and storage pans by taping them securely in piace to prevent damage. Be sure refrigerator stays in upright position on/y during actual moving and in van. Refrigerator must be secured in van to prevent movement. Protect outside of refrigerator with blanket. Yourrefrigerator is wired for accurate electrical diagnosis in your home— takes only mjnutes for a service technician to check its entire electrical system. No need for the technician to unplug, move or unload the refrigerator to make the diagnosis. If you have a problem, it maybe inor. You may be able to correct yourself. Just use this Problem Solver to locate your problem and then follow the suggested recommendations. POSS!BLECAUSEAND REMEDY PROBLEM I ~ REFRIGERATOR ~ DOES NOT OPERATE ~ Maybe in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 35 nlinuteS. @ Temperature control in OFF position. e If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall receptacle. @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 fuse. I @Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer compartment require more operating time. MOTOR OPERATES FOR LONG PERIODS @Normal when refrigerator is first delivered to your home—usually requires 24 hours to completely cool down. I / I @Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be cooled or frozen. I / I ~ t-lot weather—frequent door openings. , ~ Door left open. I 1 @Temperature controls are set too cold. Refer to instructions for use of TEMPERATURE CONTROLS on page 5. i 11 e Grille and condenser need cleaning. Refer to page 10. @Check ENERGY SAVING TIPS on page 2. —— — .—.———. ~ Temperature control starts and stops motor to lmaintain even temperatures. MOTOR STARTS & STOPS FREQUENTLY —— — o If refrigera-~or vibrate~, mot-e than likely it is not resting solidly on the floor and front roller screws need adjusting or floor is weak or uneven. Refer to ROLLERS on page 4. ; VIBRATION (m , RATTLING G it dishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them. Slight vibration is normal. -1’ .+---- --L I ~ Defrost water pan rattling, needs to be positioned properly. ———— — $ (cont~nued next page) 11 REM-EDY PROBLEM POSSIBLECAUSEAND CFEFMTING SOUNDS @The high s~eed com~ressc?rmotor recwired to maintain near zero temperatures in the [a~ge~reezercokparhment may p~oducehigher sound levels than your old refrigtirator. — A ‘f@ @Normal fan air flow—one fan blows cold air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments-another fan cools the compressor motor. * These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to time: @Defrost timer switch clicks at defrost. @Defrost water dripping into drain pan. @Temperature control clicks ON or OFF. @Refrigerant boiling or gurgling. ~ Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction during defrost and refrigeration following defrost. ISWith automatic icemaker, the sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes as icemaker refills. t-K3TAll? FROM BOTR3M OF REFRIGERATOR @Normal air flow COOI ing motor. In the refr~geratlon process, it is nornwdthat heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerat’o[ Some floor coverings will discolor at these normal and safe operating temperatures. Your floor covering supplier shou/d be consulted if you object to this discoloration. ‘RESH FOOD ORFREEZER X3MPARTMENT “TEMPERATURE “00 WARM @Temperature control not set cold enough. Refer to TEMPERATURE CONTROLS on page 5. Warm weather–frequent door openings. Door left open for long time. Package may be holding door open. Package blocking air duct in freezer compartment. s Foods not covered, wrapped or sealed properly. ‘OODS DRY OUT I ~ Door may have been left ajar or package holding door open. ROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD ~Too frequent and too long door openings. @Frost within package is normal. @Heavily loaded freezer compartment can cause reduced air flow around food packages. I SJ3w ICE CUBE FREEZING , I Door may have been [eft ajar I e Turn temperature of freezer compartment colder. Q if the doors are not opened regularly, the ice cube freezing rate will be reduced. ~~:~1 ~:>( 12 .- PROBLEM ICE CUBES HAVE CXXMVTASTE — ——..—-. — — .— POSSIBLECAUSEAND REMEDY —. * Old cubes need to be discarded. e ICestorage bin needs tO be emptied and washed. ~ Unsealed packages in refrigerator and/or freezer compartments may be transmitting odor/taste to ice cubes. ~ Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning—refer to page 10. \lvlOISTUREFORMS ON OUTSIDE OF REFRIGERATOR Not unusual during period of high humidity. Move the energy saver switch to the right. ~MOISTURE ! COLLECTS INSIDE @Too frequent and too long door openings. : WATER ON : THE FLOOR ~ Defrost water pan full, missing or not in position. REFRIGERATOR HAS ODOR @In humid weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened. ~ Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered. @Check for spoiled food. o Interior needs cleaning. Refer to page 10. ~ Defrost water pan needs cleaning. @Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace monthly. , Part No, 467732POI ....-.-----. I +&.+._ ”-— ~ / ‘--._~::q~:4yL~L$.yFyF- U&” W:>;$*: ..- i @:e?$$ t;ions!bire?el” Rw3w%il ~;% f?% g“\/ ~ 1 q . :-- lp “ i , ~:~.~.~~=~~,y+~ , .~ty~~.~-~.~ s~.wm..&~,.%<.._rAQ=. ‘— ‘---; , .=.* a=-~-&tA%-m-.WT.%=Bq~~..-,,...,, .. . 5, ,- s9zw@l-2sw2%”-= ..~_7t&~,$p&.>s.- “ =.” +?’ME=~ .- ..—.— At Hotpoint we’re committed to providing YOUwith the best appliances we know how to build and we know that you want your appliances to give you many years of dependable service. our” Consumer Services are designed with your needs and wants in mind. , Y.~~,j?~~% ~~”~~=’m%k~smise~ema=~~ %-L@z&wm.T-~$:mz%3m-.~ wawlz!zr?=~ $~~~xjTQ&-%.l&WW!SQa& ‘“* 3 *&g &., m] warranty Protection service atycw !PKMmpt convenience FIRST,contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem. NEXT,if you are still not pleased write all the details — including your phone number to: Simply call our Hotpoint service organization. You’ll find them in the White Pages under “Hotpoint Factory Service;’ and in the Yellow Pages under “Hotpoint Customer CaremService.” Manager, Consumer Relations Hotpoint Appliance Park Louisville, Kentucky 40225 Service is scheduled at your convenience and the technician drives a fully-stocked parts service truck so that, in most cases, the repair can be completed in one visit. FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write: Maior Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 Nortfi ‘Wacker Drive Chicago, Illinois 60606 We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased, but if for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help. service contracts For trouble-free senrice beyond the written warranty period. contract we’ll keep your appliance in good operating condition during the contract period t no additional charge. Service contracts et you pay today’s prices for service a r,~onth,a year, or several years from now. And, you’ll receive service from Hotpoint trained service technicians using only Genuine Hotpoint parts. If you prefer to budget your repair expenditures instead of being surprised by them, Hotpoint offers service contracts for varying lengths of time on all Hotpoint major appliances. With a -n-w Quick Fix’” system You can save money and time by cbing it yourself. A program for do-it-yourself appliance repair, the system includes step-by-step repair manua/s for refrigerators, most non-microwave electric ranges, dishwashers, and standard and large capacity washers and dryers, plus specially packagedreplacementparts, and technicai help with a toll-free 800 numlxw For do-it-yourselfers who would prefer to fix Hotpoint major appliances themselves .,. Hotpoint offers an industry first, the Quick Fix’M System. &&.~ , , - .. ., .. >““-) (/,: ‘ .,, ‘3W Your new appliance is a well designed and engineered See tl?e warranty on the back page of this book for details. product. Before it left the factory, it went through rigorous tests to detect manufacturing defects. And you have a written warranty to protect you. Whether your appliance is in or out of warranty, you’re just a phone call away from our nationwide network of Factory Trained Service professionals. fl.--::] +&<, -.—=-r--- -C”-. / Help for‘{m..!by PIMx”ie Should you need help in the selection and purchase of new appliances, or have questions about the operation of the Hotpoint appiiances you now own—or have any other questions about our consumer producfs or services you are only a TOLL-F~EE call away. ~— ~ —-.~—d ~ -.— ~ ~—!&===-== — -.. -~~ .—~~.:—— —.&=-————. I%c(;E Aliswr 8Qg.62602000 The GE Answer Center’M 800.625.2000 consumer information service is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our staff of experts stands ready to assist Ccnfey ‘ou anytime” Part Nlo. 4J37732POI .-— ,. ... .-.,:. . . _ D ‘t’ ,. * ., ~ ~~~ i YOUR HQTPOINT REFRIGERATOR~~ WARRAiNW- Save proof of original purchase date such as yoursales slip or cancel!ed check to establish warranty period. — ~—... IFULLONE-WAR WARRANTY For 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 refrigeratorthat fails because of a manufacturing defect. FULLF!VE-YEAR WARRANTY 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 of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator and all connecting tubing) that fails because of a manufacturing defect. ~ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product. Read your Use 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 CenterTM 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, plumbing and other connecting facilities. I&j.