Refrigerator Use; Freezer Compartment/Ice Cube Trays; Refrigerator Interior Shelves; Food Storage Information - Haier QHE03GGM User Manual

REFRIGERATOR USE

NOTE: If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of time, wait 30 minutes
before plugging the unit in.
FREEZER COMPARTMENT / ICE CUBE TRAYS
This compartment is designed for making ice cubes and for
short-term food storage (a few days at most).
If ice cube tray freezes to the bottom of the compartment,
pour a little warm water around it to loosen it. Do not use
boiling water, which can damage plastic parts, or sharp metal
objects such as a knife or screwdriver, which can damage the
cooling system tubing. Wash the ice cube tray in lukewarm
water only. Do not wash in the dishwasher.

REFRIGERATOR INTERIOR SHELVES

To remove or replace a full-width slide-out shelf:
1. Gently tilt the shelf up
and slide forward until the
shelf has been completely
removed.
2. To replace the shelf, gently
slide the shelf back.

FOOD STORAGE INFORMATION

Fresh Food
• When storing fresh food that is not prepackaged, be sure to
wrap or store food in airtight and moisture proof material
unless otherwise noted. This will ensure proper shelf life and
prevent the transfer of odors and tastes.
• Wipe containers before storing to avoid needless spills.
• Eggs should be stored in an upright position in their original
carton to maximize shelf life.
• Fruit should be washed and dried, then stored in sealed
plastic bags before storing in the refrigerator.
• Vegetables with skins should be stored in plastic bags or
containers.
• Leafy vegetables should be washed and drained and then
stored in plastic bags or containers.
• Hot food should be allowed to cool before storing in the
refrigerator. This will prevent unnecessary energy use.
• Fresh seafood should be used the same day as purchased.
• When storing meats in the fresh food section, keep in the
original packaging or re-wrap as necessary. Follow the
suggestions below for safe storage:
• Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Days
• Steaks/Roasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Days
• Ground Beef . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Days
• Smoked/Cured Meats . . . . . . . . 7-10 Days
• Cold Cuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Days
• All others . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Days
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USING THE THERMOSTAT

The thermostat control knob for the refrigerator and freezer
is located beside the freezer compartment.
control knob to "3" for QHE02GGM or "4" for QHE03GGM
and give your refrigerator time to cool down completely
before adding food; a full 24 hours is recommended.
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After it is fully cooled, test it and adjust towards "1" to
make less cool or towards "6" for QHE02GGM or "7" for
QHE03GGM to cool more to best suit your needs. However,
the setting of "3" for QHE02GGM or "4" for QHE03GGM
NOTE:
power to the unit.

DEFROSTING

The defrosting process is manual.
1. Turn the thermostat knob to the "Off" position and leave
the refrigerator door open.
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2. Remove all food from the freezer and refrigerator
compartment.
3. Clean and wipe out the melted frost with a cloth.
4. After defrosting, turn thermostat knob to original position.
NOTE: If the freezer has accumulated excessive frost/ice,
please do the following:
1. Remove all food from the freezer and refrigerator
compartment.
2. Turn the thermostat knob to the "Off" position and unplug
from the outlet.
3. Place towel under compact refrigerator or move
refrigerator outdoors where no water damage can occur.
4. Follow steps 3 & 4 from above section.
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