Page 1: Table Of Contents
Preparing to Install the Refrigerator ... . . 11 Reversing the Door Swing . . 15–21 Water Line Installation ..12–15 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service ....22–24 Normal Operating Sounds .
Page 2: Extension Cords
However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed, 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.
Page 3: How To Connect Electricity
WARNING! HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY 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 This provides the best performance and also...
Page 4: Temperature Controls
About the temperature control dial. Turning the dial to 0 stops cooling in both compartments—fresh food and freezer. It does not shut off power to the refrigerator. Control Settings Temperature Control Dial The temperature control dial has nine settings plus 0 . 1 is the warmest. 9 is the coldest. At first, set the dial at 5 .
Page 5 About the fresh food compartment shelves. www.Hotpoint.com Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom-space your shelves. Not all features are on all models. Half-Width Shelves One end of the shelf rests on a molded NOTE: The shelf to the right of the track is 2 Lift up and out side-wall support;...
Page 6: Storage Drawers
About the freezer compartment shelves. Some models have an ice-tray shelf and some have a full-width step shelf. Ice-Tray Shelf Plug Supports To remove the ice-tray shelf, lift the left side of the shelf off its supports, then pull the shelf to the left to free it of the plug supports.
Page 7 About storage drawer and cover removal. www.Hotpoint.com Not all features are on all models. Drawer and Cover Removal Drawers can be removed easily by grasping the sides and lifting up slightly while pulling drawers past the stop location. Full-Width Drawer with Plastic Cover To remove the cover, lift it off its supports, pull it forward, tilt it and take it out.
Page 8: Automatic Icemaker
About the automatic icemaker. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. Automatic Icemaker (on some models) Power Switch Icemaker The icemaker will produce seven cubes When the bin fills to the level of the per cycle—approximately 100–130 cubes feeler arm, the icemaker will stop in a 24-hour period, depending on...
Page 9: Care And Cleaning
Use warm water and baking soda solution— about a tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart (1 liter) of water. This both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse and wipe dry.
Page 10: Care And Cleaning
If the temperature can drop below baking soda solution of one tablespoon freezing, have a qualified servicer drain (15 ml) of baking soda to one quart the water supply system (on some (1 liter) of water. Leave the doors open.
Page 11: Installation Instructions
Installation Refrigerator Instructions Models 15, 16, 17, 18 If you have questions, call 1-800-GECARES www.Hotpoint.com visit our Website at: BEFORE YOU BEGIN CLEARANCES Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, Read these instructions completely and carefully. proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical IMPORTANT –...
Page 12: Water Line Installation
Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) BEFORE YOU BEGIN This water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding.
Page 13 Installation Instructions Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE drinking water line. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY Pipe Clamp Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear the line of water.
Page 14 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE REFRIGERATOR (CONT.) Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) 9.1 Remove the access cover. onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve.
Page 15: Reversing The Door Swing
Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position. The icemaker will not begin to operate until it Tighten any connections that leak. reaches its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C) or below. It will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker power switch is in the ON position.
Page 16: Before You Start
Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR BEFORE YOU START (CONT.) 1.1 Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet. 2.2 With a 5/16″ hex-head socket driver, remove the screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet. 1.2 Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment.
Page 17 Installation Instructions REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD (CONT.) DOOR (CONT.) 2.6 Using a Torxdriver, transfer the 2 screws from 3.4 Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching the opposite side of the cabinet to the screw surface. holes vacated by the top hinge removal.
Page 18: Reversing The Door Handles
Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) REVERSING THE HARDWARE REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES 4.1 Remove the base grille (if your refrigerator has 5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle one) by pulling it straight out. Remove the bottom cap by pushing it 5.1.1 toward the bottom of the door, and remove the screw underneath.
Page 19 Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES 5.2 Transfer door stop (cont.) (CONT.) 5.2.2 Move any screws from the left end to the right end. 5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle (cont.) Right Side 5.1.4 With tape-tipped putty knife or thin- blade screwdriver, pry out the plug button from the hinge hole on the left side of the door and insert it into the...
Page 20 Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 5.4 Transfer Freezer Door Handle 5.4 Transfer Freezer Door Handle (cont.) 5.4.1 Remove the screw holding the handle to 5.4.4 Transfer the door stop as shown on the the top of the door and the two screws preceding page.
Page 21 Installation Instructions REHANGING THE DOORS (CONT.) REHANGING THE DOORS 6.2 Rehang the freezer door 6.1 Rehang the fresh food door 6.2.1 Lower the freezer door onto the center 6.1.1 Lower the fresh food door onto the bottom hinge pin. Be sure the washer and spacer hinge pin.
Page 22: Troubleshooting Tips
Normal operating sounds. Depending on the placement of the refrigerator in your kitchen, you may want to place a piece of rubber-backed carpet under the refrigerator to reduce noise. The fan circulating air inside the freezer which keeps the temperatures even. Boiling water or a gurgling noise.
Page 23 Problem Possible Causes What To Do • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely Motor operates for Normal when refrigerator cool down. long periods or cycles is first plugged in. on and off frequently. • This is normal.
Page 24 Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes What To Do •Wipe surface dry and reset temperature control dial Moisture forms on Not unusual during one setting colder. cabinet surface periods of high humidity. between the doors Moisture collects inside Too frequent or too (in humid weather, air long door openings.
Page 25: Product Registration
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Page 26 Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a customer! Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment: 1 2 3 Complete and mail After mailing the...
Page 27: Warranty
Proof of the original purchase To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, contact us date is needed to obtain service at www.Hotpoint.com, or call 800-GE-CARES. under the warranty. For The Period Of: We Will Replace: Any part of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
Page 28: Consumer Support
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