www.Hotpointcom Safety Instru_tions ..Operating Instruotions Additional Features .... Models 18 2u19 Automatic Icemaker ..Controls ..... Crispers and Pans ... 8, 9 Note to Installer Shelves and Bins .... 6, 7 Be sure to leave these inst_ uctions with the Co nsum e r.
iMPORTANT S AFETY iNFORMATiON. READ ALLiNSTRUCTiONS BEFORE U SING. 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: i)_:This reflJgerator must...
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DANGER!RISK OF CHILDENTRAPMENT PROPER DISPOSAL OFTHE REFRIGERATOR Refrigerants Child entrapment and suffocation are not problen_s of the past, Junked or abandoned _dl refrigeration products contain refligerants, refrigeratols are still dangerous ... even if they will which under federal law must be removed prior sit fin"...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! HOWTOCONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under anv circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safe_ this appliance must be properly grounded. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with This...
About the controlson the refrigerator, w Hot.oi, t.com Thecontrols on your refrigerator will look like one of the following: ControlSettings Initially, set the control(s) at 5 (some models have only one control). Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize. Several adjustments may be required.
About the shelves and bins. Not all features are on all models. Rearranging the Shelves Shel;es in the refrigerator h'eezer ('On_l)arm_ents are a(!iustable. Refrigerator Compartment To remove: Tilt the shelf up at the fl'ont. up at the I,ifl the shelf back bring shelf...
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Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels) Spillproof shel',es ha'_e spedal edges help pre_ent spills fl'om dripping to lower shelves. To remme or replace the shelves, see Rearrangingthe Shelves. Slide-Out Spillproof Sheff (onsomemodels) Toreplace: The slide-out spillproof shelf all(m:s )_)u to reach items stored...
About the crispersand pans. Not all features are on all models. Fruit and Vegetable Crispers Excess water that ac(umulate in the bottom of the (h'awe_ or under (h'awe_ should be wiped dry:, Adjustable Humidity Crisper (onsome models) Slide the control all the wa} to the Slide the control...
About crisper removal w eetpoi, tcom Not all features are on all models. Crisper Removal Unload the bottom shelf before attempting to remove the storage drawers. ToRemove: i,ifl the (h'awe_3 up slightly while pulling theln past the stop location. If the door prevents you from taking out the door the (h'awe_,...
About the automatic icemaker. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12-24 hours to begin making ice. Automatic Icemaker (on somemodels) Throw awm tile first few batches of ice There are 2 types of icemakers: The icemaker will produce al)proxhnately to allow tile water line to clea_: 3 to 3½...
Careand cleaning of the refrigerator, w eetpeintcem Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Clean with Donot wipetherefrigerator w ith a soileddishcloth or wet towel These mayleavea residuethat a doth dampened with soapy water. Dry with a soft cloth. canerodethepaint Donot usescouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleachorcleaners containing Keep the outside clean.
Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. Preparing for Vacation Set the icemaker power sMtch to the 0 (off) long va(-ations oi" absen(-es, i'eil/ove tood and unplug the refl_Jgeratoi: Move position or move the teeler am_ to the SlOP the refrigerator control to the 0 (off) (up) position...
Installation Refrigerator Instructions Models 18 and 19 ffyou have questions,call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737),,, , isit,,m _ebsite at: WWW.HOtpoinLcom ] BEFORE YOU BEGIN CLEARANCES Allow the fl)lloxfing clearances fin" ease of installation, Read these instructions completely and carefully. proper air ci,'culatioi_ and phunbii_g and electrical "...
Installation instructions iNSTALLiNG THE WATER LiNE (ONSOME MODELS) BEFORE YOU BEGIN WHAT YOU WiLL NEED I),e{ ommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines are GE SmartConnect'" Refl'igerator Tubing (WX08X10002,...
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Installation Instructions ]ustall shutoff valve uearest frequeutly used WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) driukiug water lille. • AGE water supply Mt (containing robing, shutoff [] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER _dve and fittings listed below) is a_dlable at extra SUPPLY cost/_'om yore"...
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Installation Instructions INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.) [] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE [] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE to the cold Fasten shutott xalxe water pipe with pipe clamp. Place the compression nut and tbrt ule (sleexe) fi)r COl)per tubing onto the end of the tubing Pipe Clam_...
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Installation Instructions [] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE [] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE REFRIGERATOR SHUTOFF VALVE Tighten connections that leak. NOTES: • Before making tile connection to the reli'igerator. sure tile refrigerator power cord is not plugged into wall outlet.
Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING IMPORTANT NOTES [] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR When reversing door swing: Tape door shut with masking tape. • Read instructions all the way through 1)efore starting. • Handle parts carefllllv to avoid scratching paint. •...
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Installation instructions [] REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR [] TRANSFER TOP HINGE TO DOOR THE LEFT Interchange hinge and screws at top right with scre_vs %q_e the door shut with masking tape. at the top left of cabinet. Remove the center hinoe_ pin with a 3/8" socket Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time, and ratchet.
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Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) [] TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE [] TRANSFER CENTER HINGE BRACKET TO THE LEFT BRACKET TO THE LEFT by removing For models with a base grille, remo_e it b) ,grasI)ing, it Remove tile center hinge bracket tile about 6"...
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Installation instructions [] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR [] TRANSFER REFRIGERATOR DOOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT HANDLE TO THE RIGHT (CONT.) To remove handle: Remove plug button Transfer door pltlg button to the opposite side. carefully p_Ting under edge with a put_" knifb.
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Installation Instructions REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) [] REHANG THE REFRIGERATOR [] TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT ]_.emoxe the screx_s holding the handle to the top and i,owei" i'e_l"lgei'atof door oiKo bottoHl botton_ of the door. Remoxe handle.
Normal operating sounds. _,_e.oi,,com Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modem refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. Do you hear what I hear? Thesesoundsare normal. HUMMM... WHIRl. WHOOSH... • new high efficiency compressor may Hm thster and longer than wmr old refi'igerator and you may •...
Before you call 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 Freezer door pops open This is normal if, after •...
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Possible Causes What To Do Automatic icemaker • On power Icema_ker power switch switch models, set the power switch to tile (on some models) I (on)position. feeler models, moxe the feeler does not work axm to the (down) position.
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Before you call for service... Possible Causes What To Do Hot air from bottom Normal air flow cooling motor. In the refrigeration process, it is normal that heat be expelled in the area raider the refrigerator. Some floor coverings will discolor at these normal...
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Caution must be exercised since improper servicing malt cause unsafe operation. _ontact www.Hotpoint.com It you ;ue not satisfied with tile service you receive i/"om Hotpoint, contact us on our Website with all tile details including your phone...
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