Hotpoint HTS18BBPFLCC Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

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Safely Instructions

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2-4

Operating

Instructions

Additional

Features

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Automatic

Icemaker

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Controls

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Crispers

and Pans

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8, 9

Shelves

and Bins

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6, 7

Care

and

Cleaning

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11, 12

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Preparing

to Install

the Refrigerator

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Reversing the Door Swing ...18-22

Water Line Installation

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14-17

Troubleshooting Tips ......

23-26

Normal Operating Sounds

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Consumer

Support

Consumer

Support

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Back Cover

Product

Registration

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27, 28

Warranty

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Write the modeland serial numbershere:

Model #

Serial #

Find these numbers

on the gray label

on the left side, near the top of the

refi'igerator

compartment.

Models 18& 19

162D6747PO04 39-60246 02-03 JR

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Safely Instructions ..Operating Instructions Additional Features .... Models 18& 19 Automatic Icemaker ..Controls ..... Crispers and Pans ... 8, 9 Shelves and Bins .... 6, 7 Care Cleaning ..11, 12 Replacing the Light Bulbs ..Installation...
Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING# Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's ManuaL SAFETY P RECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: { This refrigerator must be properly installed @ Keep fingm.-sout of the "pinch point"...
Page 3 ww_.Ho_point.com A DANGER!RISK OFCHILDENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OFTHE REFRIGERATOR Refrigerants Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of" the past. Junked or abandoned All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, refrigerators are still dangerous ... even if they will which under federal law must be removed prior sit for 'just a few days."...
Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. A WARNING! HOWTOCONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safe_ this appfiance must be properly grounded. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with This provides tile best performance and also a 3-prong (grounding)
Page 5: Controls
About the controlson the refrigerator. www.Ho_omLcom The controls on your refrigerator will look like one of the following: ControlSettings Initially, set the control(s) at5 (some models have only one control). Allow24 hours for the temperature to stabilize. Several adjustments may be required. Adjust the control(s) one increment at a time and allow 12hours after each adjustment for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you have set.
Page 6 About the shelves and bins. Not all features are on all models. Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in tbe refrigerator and freezer compartments are adjustable. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Tilt tbe shelf up at tbe front. Lift tbe shelf up at tbe back and bring the shelf out.
Page 7 ww_.Ho_point.com Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels) Spillproof shelves have special edges to help prevent spills fronl dripping m lower shelves. To remove or replace tile shelves, see Rearrangingthe Shelves. Slide-Out Spillproof Sheff (onsomemodels) Toreplace: The slide-out spillproof shelf allows you to reach items stored behind otllel.-s.Tile Place tile rear of the shelf on the shelf special edges are designed to help prevent frame just behind the fi'ont bal:...
Page 8: Crispers And Pans
About the crispers andpans. Not all features are on all models. Fruit and Vegetable Crispers Excesswater that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers or under the drawers should be wiped dry. Adjustable Humidity Crisper (onsomemodels) Slide the control all the way m tile LOW Slide the control all the way to tile HIGHsetting to provide high humidivy setting m provide lower humidity levels...
Page 9: Additional Features
About crisper removal. eotpoint com Not all features are on all models. Crisper Removal i'l/ <, Unloadthe bottom shelf before attemptingto remove the storage drawers. ToRemove: Lift tile drawers up slightly while pulling them past tile stoplocation. Whenthedoorcannotbefullyopened: Pull the drawer farthest from the door straight out.
Page 10: Models 18
About the automatic icemaker. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12-24 hours to begin making ice. Automatic Icemaker (on some models) There are 2types of icemakers: Throw away the first few batches of"ice The icemaker will produce approximately to allow the water line to clear. 3 to 3½...
Page 11: Care And Cleaning
Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Hotpointcom Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Clean with Donot wipetherefrigerator w ith a soileddishcloth or wet towel These mayleavea residuethat a cloth dampened with soapy water. canerodethepainLDonotusescouring pads, Dry with a soft cloth. powdered cleaners, bleachor cleaners containing Keep the outside clean.
Page 12: Replacing The Light Bulbs
Careand cleaning of the refrigerator. Preparing for Vacation For long vacations or absences, remove Set tile icemaker power switeh to tile 0 (Off) food and unplug tile refiigeraton Move position or move the feeler arm to the tile refrigerator control to tile 0 (Off) STOP (up) position (depending on model) position and clean tile interior witb a...
Page 13: Installation Instructions
Installation Refrigerator Instructions Models 18 and 19 I ffyou have questions,call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) o rvisit www.Hotpointcom ore" Website BEFORE YOU BEGIN CLEARANCES Allow the followdng clearances for ease of insvallation, Read these instructions completely and carefully. proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical •...
Page 14: The Refrigerator
Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (ON SOME MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN WHAT YOU WILL NEED Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount tubing you need. Approved plastic ,a-ater supply lines are GE SmartConnect '' Reliigeramr Tubing (WX08X10002,...
Page 15 Installation Instructions Install the shutoffvalve on the nearest frequently used WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) drinking water line. • AGE water supply (containing tubing, shutoff [] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra SUPPLY cost fi'om your dealer...
Page 16 Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) [] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE [] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Fasten the shutofl'valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoffvalve.
Page 17 Installation Instructions [] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE [] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE REFRIGERATOR SHUTOFF VALVE Tighten any connections that leak. NOTES: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the ,a-all outlet.
Page 18: Reversing The Door Swing
Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES [] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR When reversing the door swing: Tape the door shut with masking tape. • Read the instructions all tile way through before starting. • Handle parts carelhlly to avoid scratching paint.
Page 19 Installation Instructions [] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR [] TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO DOOR THE LEFT Interchange hinge and screws at top right with screws Tape the door shut with masking tape. at the mp left of cabinet. Remove tile center hinge pin with a 3/8" socket Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time.
Page 20 Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) [] TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE [] TRANSFER CENTER HINGE BRACKET TO THE LEFT BRACKET TO THE LEFT For models with a base grille, remove it by grasping it Remove the center hinge bracket by removing tile three Torx ®screws.
Page 21 Installation Instructions [] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR [] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT HANDLE TO THE RIGHT (CONT.) To remove the handle: Remove the plug button by Transfer tile door plug button to the opposite side. carefully prying under the edge with a putty knife. Remove tile exposed screw holding the handle.
Page 22 Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) [] TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR [] REHANG THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT Lower the refrigerator door onto the bottom Remove the screws holding the handle to the top and bottom of tile dooi: Remove handle. hinge pin.
Page 23: Normal Operating Sounds
Normal operating sounds. . eo oi,,com Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modem refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal HUMMM... 14q/ ! WHOOSH... • The new high efficiency compressor may run faster and longer than your old refrigerator and you may...
Page 24 Before youcall for service... Troubleshooting tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Possible Causes What To Do This is normal if, after * This indicates that there is a good seal Oil the freezer popping open,...
Page 25 www.Ho_oint.com Possible Causes What To Do Icemaker power switch is • On power switch models, set the power switch to the not on. I(on) position. On feeler arm models, move the feeler arm to the 0/V (down) position. • See Installing the water line. Water supply turned off or not connected.
Page 26 Before youcall for service... Possible Causes What To Do Normal air flow cooling motor. In the refrigeration process, it is normal that heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings will discolor at these normal and safe temperatures. Food too dose to the air vent •...
Page 27 GE Service Protection Plus recognized quality and dependability, a name worldwide offers comprehensive protection appliances-- Smwice Protection Plus T_' on all your We'll CoverAnF Appliance. No Matter What Brand! Benefits Include: Anywhere. Anytime.* • Backed by GE • All brands covered •...
Page 28 If you did not get a registration card with your product, detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered, or register online at www.Hotpoint.com. here Consumer Product Ownership Registration Model Number Serial Number Mr._ Ms._ Mrs._...
Page 29 Notes.
Page 30 "- Notes.
Page 31 All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, Staple your receipt here. or an authorized Customer Care ®technician. Toschedule service, Proof of the original purchase on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at www.Hotpoint.com, or call date is needed to obtain service 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). under the warrant_ We Will Replace: Anypart of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
Page 32: Consumer Support
Instructions c ontainedin thismanualcoverprocedures to beperformed byanyuser.Otherservicinggenerally shouldbe referredtoqualifiedservice personnelCautionmustbe exercisedsinceimproper servicingmay cause unsafeoperation. ContactUs www.Hotpointcom If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from Hotpoint, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone...

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