Replacing The Light Bulbs - Hotpoint 19 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.

Replacing the light bulbs.

Setting either or both controls to O (off) does not remove power to the light circuit.
Some models have only one light.
Light shield
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Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences, remove
food and unplug the refrigerator. Move
the refrigerator control to the O (off)
position and clean the interior with a
baking soda solution of one tablespoon
(15 ml) of baking soda to one quart
(1 liter) of water. Leave the doors open.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as grille,
shelves and drawers by taping them
securely in place to prevent damage.
Refrigerator Compartment—Upper Light
CAUTION:
Light bulbs may be hot.
Unplug the refrigerator.
The bulbs are located at the top of the
compartment near the opening.
Freezer Compartment Dome Light
CAUTION:
Light bulbs may be hot.
Unplug the refrigerator.
The bulb is located behind a light
shield at the back of the freezer
compartment. To remove, squeeze
the top and bottom of the shield and
pull the shield off.
Set the icemaker power switch to the O (off)
position or move the feeler arm to the STOP
(up) position (depending on model) and
shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.
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.
Replace with an appliance bulb of
the same or lower wattage.
Plug the refrigerator back in.
(on some models)
After replacing with an appliance bulb
of the same or lower wattage, replace
the shield.
Plug the refrigerator back in.