IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING these basic safety precautions: accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. disposing of it or discontinuing its use. cleaning. stand on, or play in or with the appliance. NOTE: Power to the freezer cannot be disconnected by any setting on the control panel.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE INSTALLATION WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD CONNECTING ELECTRICITY WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD 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. grounded.
Features Controls Models: HHM5SMWW HHM7SMWW Models: HCM4SMWW HCM5SMWW HCM7SMWW HCM5QMWW HCM7QMWW The control, located on the front of the freezer cabinet, is Adjusting the temperature 1. Adjust the control dial to one of the adjacent settings 3 NOTE: adding food.
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Features Recommended Grounding Method POWER INDICATOR (Not available on HHM5SMWW) properly connected to electrical power. IMPORTANT: when Cooling is turned Off, the Power Indicator will an outlet. Sliding Basket unloading the food below it. basket, lower basket back into place. 49-60816 Rev.
Defrosting Instructions Do not use an ice pick, metal, or sharp-edged twice a year. instrument Do not use boiling water Do not use any electrical device in defrosting your freezer. scraper. For Complete Defrosting and unplug the freezer. newspapers for insulation as needed. drain plug clockwise until the arrow is pointed down.
Care And Cleaning Cleaning Your Freezer Outside. Protect the paint finish. The finish on the Inside. Clean the inside of your freezer at least once Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach, or cleaners containing bleach.
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Care And Cleaning Preparing for Vacation a neighbor to check the power supply and freezer freezer lid open. Save Money and Energy on frost buildup inside the freezer. appliances or heating ducts, and out of direct sunlight. possible. 49-60816 Rev. 2...
Preparing of Installation Read these instructions completely and carefully. Freezer Location water or direct sunlight. to support it when it is fully loaded. Level Freezer NOTE: freezer if necessary. Clearances and Ventilation sheets, tablecloths, etc. This reduces air circulation. open the lid. Lid Removal CAUTION LIFTING HAZARD...
Troubleshooting Tips... Problem Possible Causes What To Do Freezer does not Temperature control set to OFF operate position. Freezer is unplugged. The fuse is blown/circuit breaker Replace fuse or reset the breaker. is tripped. 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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Troubleshooting Tips... Problem Possible Causes What To Do Moisture forms on Not unusual during periods of Wipe surface dry. outside of cabinet high humidity. Lid may not be seating properly, See Preparing to install the freezer. causing cold air from inside the freezer to meet warm moist air from the outside.
Freezer Limited Warranty Hotpoint.com Hotpoint is backed by GE Appliances Service. ® Hotpoint.com/service In Canada, call 800.661.1616. For the Period of: Hotpoint Appliances Will Replace One Year original purchase What Hotpoint Will Not Cover: Service trips to your home to teach you how to use Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, the product.
Consumer Support Hotpoint Appliances Website Visit www.hotpoint.com for all of your product and support needs. Register Your Appliance GEAppliances.com/register In Canada: GEAppliances.ca/after-sales-support Schedule Service GEAppliances.com/service business hours. In Canada: call 800.561.3344 Extended Warranties GEAppliances.com/extended-warranty or Parts and Accessories GEApplianceparts.com Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel.
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