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How theEnergy-Saver Switch works long should you storefoods? Questions? Problem Solver Usethe tips Cared’ No-Frost models ~X18 ax20...
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Keep it handy for answersto your questions. If you don’tunderstandsomething or need more help, write (include your phone number): Consumer Affairs Hotpoint Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225 write the model and down Serial nm-hxso You’llsee them on a label at the bottom, just inside the fresh food compartment door.
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“. . .YoiJ may safely refreeze frozen foods that$ave tl-iawed.if t hey still contain ice crystals or if they are still coki-–below40”F. “. . .Thawedground meats, pmdtry, or fish that have any off-odoror off-color shouki not be refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be discarded.
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Back ....l” when Building New Iiome.. consider providing water supply to refrigerator location. It will simpli~ connection of optional automatic icemaker should you wish to install one at a later date. Legs...
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$13.00 $18.00 140/0 With the heaters turned off, there is a chance that moisture may form on the outside of your refrigerator, especially when the weather is humid. The humidity is most likely to be high in the summer, in the early morning hours, and in homes which are not air conditioned.
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@ Open the door the fewest times possible to save electrical energy. When going out of town for severaldays, leaveas few perishables as possible in the refrigerator. Ifyour :;: ~; refrigerator has an.icemakr, set it to the OFF position and shut off water to the refrigerator.
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Tempered glass shelves (on models so equipped) are adjustable in the same way. SMVes Door Shelveson doors of Hotpoint refrigeratorsprovideconvenient storagefor frequentlyused items, Some are deep and roomy enough to accommodate a two-literbottle on the bottom shelf and a six-pack on the shelf aboveit.
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Ihwwx’s wtitandv~ehble t.?quipped) models Drawersat the bottom of the fresh foodcompartmenthavebeen speciallydesigned to preserve the naturalmoisture and freshnessof produce. Drawer Fresh Seakd (OD modelsso equipped) This refrigerateddrawer is designed to keep unwrapped foods fresh by retainingthe natural moisture content of foods such as: ~ Plums Artichokes ~ Cherries...
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~ goingawayon vacation, at which time you shouldalso turn off the valvein the water supplyline to your refrigerator. E ice is used infrequently,old cubes will become cloudy and taste stale. Empty ice storagebin periodically and wash it in lukewarmwater.
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The water filter is an option at extra cost and is availablefrom your Hotpoint dealer. Specify WR97X214.It has complete installation instructions and installs in minutes on 1/4”O.D. copper water line.
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Protect the paint finish. The ftish on the outside of the refrigerator is a highquality,bake&onp&t finish. With proper care, it will staynew- lookingand rust-free for years. Apply; coat of kitchen a~pliance wax when the refrigerator is new, and then at least twice a year.
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FOR LONGP 1> ~ Normalwhenrefrigerator i s firstdelivered to yourhome—usually r equires24 hours to completely cooldown. ~ Largeamountsof foodplacedin refrigerator t o be cooledor frozen. ~ Hot weather—frequent dooropenings. * Door leftopen. e Temperature controlsare settoo coid.RefertQinstructions f or useof TEMPERATURE CONTROLS on page 5.
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HOTAIRFROM @ Normal air flow cooling motor. h the refrigeration process, ii is nortil that heat , EwTmM CM? be expelled in the area under k refrigerator. S orne@oor covering~willdiscolorat RFWRIGERJKRX these normal and safe operatingtemperatyrcs. lburfloor coveringsuppliershould be consulted if you object to this discoloration, ~~CJ~ ~oo~ e Temperaturecontrol nbt set cold enough.
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TheProblemSOIV~~ If you need more help.. call, toll free: The GE Answer Center” 800.626.2000 consumer information service (continued)
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In most cases, this will solvethe problem. NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including yourphone number—to: Manager, Consumer Relations Hotpoint Appliance Park Louisville, Kentucky40225 FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write: Major Appliance...
To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General. Mfurther help is needed concerning this warranty,write: R4anager—~Onsumer JN%airs, C%emx’al Hedric ,—~ 4W731FW6 Pad N.k3. _L--_-J Ml 39-6240 Pub. ?-i37 ~mpog~~ YOUR RefrigeratOr WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEARWARRANTY...
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