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Hotpoint 16 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

Hotpoint 16 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

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Safety Information
Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Connecting Electricity . . . . . . . . 3
Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Operating Instructions
Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . .8
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . 9, 10
Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 6
Storage Drawers . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
Temperature Controls . . . . . . . . .4
Preparing to Install
the Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Water Line Installation . . . . 12-16
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call
For Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 25
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . Back Cover
Product Registration . . . . . . 29, 30
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #__________________________
Serial # __________________________
You can find them on a label on the upper
left side of the fresh food compartment.
Owner's Manual and
Installation Instructions
Models
15, 16, 17, 18
162D6736P006 39-60212
07-02 JR

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Temperature Controls ..4 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Refrigerator ... . 11 Reversing the Door Swing . 16–22 Water Line Installation ..12–16...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    Installation Instructions before it is used. Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves. Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or wet.

  • Page 3: How To Connect Electricity

    This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires. Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.

  • Page 4: Control Settings

    The temperature control dial has nine settings plus 0. 1 is the warmest. 9 is the coldest. At first, set the dial at 5. After using the refrigerator, adjust the dial if necessary. Insert a coin into the slot in the middle of the dial and you can turn the dial to the setting that’s best suited to your needs.
  • Page 5 The full-width sliding shelf has stop-locks. When placed correctly on the shelf supports, the shelf will stop before coming completely out of the refrigerator and will not tilt when you place food on it or remove food from it. To remove the full-width shelves, lift the rear of the shelf and pull forward.
  • Page 6 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 To replace: Lower the frame until it rests on the supports at each side and back. Replace the glass cover, pushing its rear edge firmly into the rear frame channel and gently lowering the front into place. Replace the drawers. www.Hotpoint.com...

  • Page 8: Automatic Icemaker

    About the automatic icemaker. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. Automatic Icemaker Power Switch Icemaker The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle–approximately 100-130 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions.

  • Page 9: Care And Cleaning

    Cleaning the condenser coils. periodically for efficient refrigerator operation. www.Hotpoint.com Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue that can erode the paint. Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish.
  • Page 10 If the temperature can drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to flooding. Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving.

  • Page 11: Before You Begin

    Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. REFRIGERATOR LOCATION • Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures. • Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded.

  • Page 12: Installation Instructions

    To determine how much tubing you need: measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8′ (2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8′ [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10″...
  • Page 13 (available at plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting. Do not cut formed end from approved plastic refrigerator tubing.

  • Page 14: The Refrigerator

    NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about 10 ″ [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation. Installation Instructions...

  • Page 15: Shutoff Valve

    Install it in the water line near the refrigerator. If using an approved plastic refrigerator tubing kit, you will need an additional tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter.

  • Page 16: Reversing The Door Swing

    INSTALLING THE WATER LINE PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall. REVERSING THE DOOR SWING...

  • Page 17: Before You Start

    2.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR (CONT.) 2.2 With a 5/16″ hex-head socket driver, remove the screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet. 2.3 Lift the hinge (and the shim glued to it)

  • Page 18: Remove The Freezer Door

    REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR 3.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape. 3.2 Using a 5/16″ hex-head socket screwdriver and a 5/16″ open-end wrench, remove the two screws holding the center hinge (and the shim glued to it) to the cabinet.

  • Page 19: Reversing The Door Handles

    Installation Instructions REVERSING THE HARDWARE 4.1 Remove the base grille (if your refrigerator has one) by pulling it straight out. 4.2 Using a Torxdriver, move the bottom hinge bracket (and shim glued to it) and plastic washer from the right side to the left side.
  • Page 20 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.) 5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle (cont.) 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 hole on the opposite side that was vacated by removal of the top hinge.
  • Page 21 Installation Instructions 5.4 Transfer Freezer Door Handle 5.4.1 Remove the screw holding the handle to the top of the door and the two screws holding the handle to the bottom of the door. Bottom BOTTOM 5.4.2 Remove the handle. 5.4.3 Remove the screw from the right top edge of the door and insert it into the handle screw hole on the left side.

  • Page 22: Rehanging The Doors

    REVERSING THE DOOR SWING REHANGING THE DOORS 6.1 Rehang the fresh food door 6.1.1 Lower the fresh food door onto the bottom hinge pin. Be sure the washer is in place on the pin. Hinge Pin Plastic Washer 6.1.2 Insert the pin on the center hinge into the socket in the top of the door.

  • Page 23: Normal Operating Sounds

    You may hear the fans spinning at high speeds. This happens when the refrigerator is first plugged in, when the doors are opened frequently or when a large amount of food is added to the refrigerator or freezer compartments. The fans are helping to maintain the correct temperatures.

  • Page 24: Before You Call For Service

    • Push the plug completely into the outlet. • Replace fuse or reset the breaker. • See Rollers and Leveling Legs. • Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down. • This is normal. • Check to see if package is holding door open.
  • Page 25 •Wipe surface dry and reset temperature control dial one setting colder. • Foods with strong odors should be tightly wrapped. • Keep an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator; replace every three months. • See Care and cleaning.
  • Page 26 Notes.
  • Page 27 Notes.
  • Page 28 Notes.
  • Page 29 No questions asked. It’s that simple. Protect your refrigerator, dishwasher, washer and dryer, range, TV, VCR and much more—any brand! Plus there’s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available. Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered.

  • Page 30: Serial Number

    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 your Consumer...

  • Page 31: Refrigerator Warranty

    All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care ® technician. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at www.Hotpoint.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). For The Period Of: We Will Replace: One Year Any part of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.

  • Page 32: Consumer Support

    Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation. Contact Us If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from Hotpoint, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for...

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