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SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
Read all of the instructions before using this appliance.
When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety
precautions, including the following:
1) Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use
and care guide.
2) This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the
installation instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in the
installation section.
3) Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always
grasp the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
4) Repair or replace immediately, all electric service cords that have become
frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or
abrasion damage along its length, the plug or the connector end.
5) Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or before making any repairs.
Note: If for any reason this product requires service, we strongly
recommend that a certified technician performs the service.
6) Do not use any electrical device or any sharp instrument in defrosting your
refrigerator.
7) If your old refrigerator is not being used, we recommend that you remove
the doors. This will reduce the possibility of danger to children.
8) After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in
the freezer compartment, particularly when hands are damp or wet. Skin
may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces.
9) Do not refreeze foods, which have been thawed completely. The United
States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69
reads: "...You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they
still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold-below 40°F''.
"...Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have any off-odor or
off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice
cream should be discarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor or
questionable, discard it. The food may be dangerous to eat."
"...Even partial thawing and re-freezing reduce the eating quality of
foods, particularly fruits, vegetables, and prepared foods. The eating
quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods. Use
refrozen foods as soon as possible, to save as much of its eating quality
as you can."

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10) This refrigerator should not be recessed or built-in an enclosed cabinet. It
is designed for freestanding installation only,
11) Do not operate your refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes.
ForFutureReferencePlease
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old
refrigerator or freezer, take off the doors. Leave the shelves
in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
As per UL 250 11.2.6
Thank you for using our Haier
product. This easy-to-use manual will
guide you in getting the best use of
your refrigerator.
Remember to record the model and
serial number. They are on a label in
back of the refrigerator,
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
Staple your receipt to your manual. You will need it to obtain
warranty service.

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PAGE
Safety Precautions .......................................................................... 1
Parts And Features .......................................................................... 4
Installing Your Refrigerator ............................................................ 5
Unpacking Your Refrigerator .................................................................. 5
Leveling Your Refrigerator ...................................................................... 5
Proper Air Circulation ............................................................................ 5
Electrical Requirements ............................................................................ 6
Door Alignment ...................................................................................... 7
Door Reversal ........................................................................................ 8
Refrigerator Features And Use .......................................................... 10
General Features .................................................................................. 10
Refrigerator Interior Shelves .................................................................. 10
Crisper ................................................................................................ 11
Dispense-A-Can TM ................................................................................ 11
Using The Lock .................................................................................... 12
Defrosting ............................................................................................ 13
Food Storage Information .................................................................... 14
Normal Operating Sounds .................................................................... 14
Proper Refrigerator Care and Cleaning .................................... 15
Cleaning and Maintenance .................................................................. 15
Power Interruptions .............................................................................. 16
Vacation and Moving Care .................................................................. 16
Troubleshooting .............................................................................. 17
Warranty Information .................................................................. 19

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1. Separate Freezer Compartment
2. Dispense-A-Cam Storage
3. Adjustable Temperature Control
4, Tall Bottle Storage
5, Leveling Legs (not shown)
6. Lock
7. See-Through Crisper
8, Glass Crisper Cover
9, Removable Shelves
lO.Ice Cube Tray

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Unpacking Your Refrigerator
1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all
adhesive tape holding the refrigerator accessories inside and
outside. Slide out and remove plastic or foam guard used to
secure the compressor from shipping damage due to vibration
and shock.
2. Inspect and remove any remains of packing, tape or printed
materials before powering on the refrigerator.
L÷v÷_ing Your Refrigerator
• Your refrigerator has two leveling legs which are located in the
front corners of your refrigerator. After properly placing your
refrigerator in its final position, you can level your refrigerator.
• Leveling legs can be adjusted by turning them clockwise to raise your
refrigerator or by turning them counterclockwise to lower
your refrigerator. The refrigerator door will close easier when the
leveling legs are extended.
Proper Air OircuMation
• To assure your refrigerator works at the maximum efficiency it
was designed for, you should install it in a location where there
is proper air circulation, plumbing and electrical connections.
• The following are recommended clearances around the refrigerator:
Sides ............... 3/4 "(19mm)
Top .................... 2" (50mm)
Back .................. 2" (50ram)

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£Me{[ri{amRequiremen[
Make sure there is a suitable power Outlet (115 volts, 15 amps outlet)
with proper grounding to power the refrigerator,
Avoid the use of three plug adapters or cutting off the third grounding in
order to accommodate a two plug outlet, This is a dangerous practice
since it provides no effective grounding for the refrigerator and may
result in shock hazard.
install Limitations
Do not install your refrigerator in any location not properly insulated or
heated e,g. garage etc, Your refrigerator was not designed to operate in
temperature settings below 55 ° Fahrenheit,
Select a suitable location for the refrigerator on a hard even
surface away from direct sunlight or heat source e.g. radiators,
baseboard heaters, cooking appliances etc, Any floor unevenness
should be corrected with the leveling legs located on the front bottom
corners of the refrigerator,

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Doo_" Alignment (see fig, #1)
1, Remove hinge cover screw,
2. Remove the top hinge cover.
3. Loosen the top hinge screws using a phillips head screwdriver.
4, Adjust the door or put a spacer in between and then tighten the screws,
5, Replace the top hinge cover,
fig, #1

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Reversing the Door Hinge
1, Remove the top hinge cover screw and then remove
the top hinge cover. (see fig. # 1)
2, Using a Phillips Head Screwdriver, loosen and remove the
screws holding the top hinge in place, (see fig. # 1)
3, Remove the top hinge and carefully lift off the door.
4, Remove the screw hole plug from the opposite side and
insert the plug in the screw hole openings of the just
removed screws. (see fig. # 2)
5, Remove the door pin from the bracket of the lower
hinge by turning counter clockwise. Move the pin to the
opposite hole and tighten. (see fig. # 3)
6, Loosen the screws holding the lower hinge bracket
and remove the hinge.(see fig. # 3)
7, Align the holes in the lower hinge bracket to the
corresponding holes in the opposite side of the cabinet.
Insert and tighten the screws,(see fig. # 3)
8, Align the bottom hole on the left side of the door with the
pin of the lower hinge and slide into place,
)screw hole plugs
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fig, #2

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9. Align the pin of the top hinge with top hole on the left
side of the door and push into place. Replace the screws in the
upper hinge bracket but do not tighten all the way. (see fig. #2)
10. Make sure the door closes easily but forms a tight seal.
Adjust the door as needed. Once you are satisfied with the door
alignment, completely tighten the upper door hinge screws.
11, Replace the hinge cover, insert the screw and
tighten completely. (see fig. #2)
12. If the door does not close properly, refer to the
section titled "Door Alignment",
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screw hole plug
door pin
\lower hinge bracket
fig. # 3
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General Features
Adjustable temperature dial:
Your refrigerator will automatically
maintain the temperature level you
select The temperature control dial has
7 settings plus cff, 1 is the warmest. 7 is
the coldest. Turning the dial to the OFF
position stops cooling in both lhe
refrigeration and freezer sections. At
first, set the dial to 4 and allow 24
hours to pass before adjusting the
temperature to your needs.
(Note: If the refrigerator has
been placed in a horizontal or
tilted position for any period
of time wait 24 hours before
plugging the unit in.)
Refrigerator interior She_ves
To remove or replace a full-width slide-out shelf:
(see fig. #4)
1, Gently tilt the shelf up and slide forward until the shelf has been
completely removed.
2. To replace the shelf, gently slide the sheff back,
fig. # 4
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Crisper
To remove or replace crisper and crisper cover:
(seefig. # 5)
1, Grasp the crisper/crisper cover firmly and slide out.
2, To replace, slide back in.
fig. #5
Using the Dispense°AoOan _M
•Your refrigerator is equipped with the convenient
"Dispense-A-Can TM'' compartment. Each compartment will hold up to
four cans. Simply load the cans from the top. To dispense a can, simply
draw one out from the bottom, It is that easy.
fig. #6
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Using[heZock
• Your refrigerator is equipped with a lock and key (located at the bottom
center of the door) for optional security, should you choose. Simply close
the refrigerator door, insert the key and turn. To open, insert the key and
turn in the opposite direction,
lock and key fig, # 7
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Defrosting Your Refrigerator (seeFig.# 8)
• For maximum energy efficiency, defrost freezer section
whenever frost accumulates to a thickness of 1/4 or more
on freezer walls Note that frost tends to accumulate
more during the summer months.
• To defrost freezer, remove food and ice cube tray from the freezer
section Make sure the drip tray is under the freezer section and turn
temperature control dial to OFF position Defrosting may take a
few hours To speed up defrost time, keep the door open
and place a bowl of warm water in the refrigerator.
• While defrosting, water will accumulate in the drip tray. The drip tray
may also need to be emptied during the defrost process.
Do not leave unattended (see Fig 8)
• After defrosting, empty and wipe down the drip tray, as well as the
interior of the refrigerator You may now reset your refrigerator to the
desired temperature and return food.
fig. # 8
drip tray
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Food Storage Information
Fresh Food
• When storing fresh food, which is not prepackaged, be sure to wrap or
store food in airtight and moisture proof material unless otherwise
noted This will ensure proper shelf life and prevent the transfer of
odors and tastes
• Wipe containers before storing to avoid needless spills.
• Eggs should be stored in an upright position in their original carton to
maximize shelf life.
• Fruit should be washed and dried then stored in sealed plastic bags
before storing in the refrigerator.
• Vegetables with skins should be stored in plastic bags or containers.
• Leafy vegetables should be washed and drained and then stored in
plastic bags or containers,
• Hot food should be allowed to cool before storing in the refrigeration,
This will prevent unnecessary energy use.
• Fresh seafood should be used the same day as purchased,
• When storing meats in the fresh food section, keep in the original
packaging or rewrap as necessary. Follow the suggestions below for
safe storage:
Chicken
Ground Beef
Cold Cuts
Stea ks/Roasts
Smoked/Cured Meats
All others
12 Days
12 Days
35 Days
35 Days
710 Days
12 Days
Norma_ Operating Sounds You May Hear
• Boiling water, gurgling sounds or slight vibrations that are the result of
the refrigerant circulating through the cooling coils
• The thermostat control will click when it cycles on and off
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CMeaning and Maintenana÷
Warning: To avoid electric shock always unplug your
refrigerator before cleaning. Ignoring this warning
may result in death or injury.
Caution: Before using cleaning products, always read and
follow manufacturer's instructions and warnings to
avoid personal injury or product damage.
General:
• Prepare a cleaning solution of 3-4 tablespoons of
baking soda mixed with warm water, Use sponge or
soft cloth, dampened with the cleaning solution, to
wipe down your refrigerator,
• Rinse with clean warm water and dry with a soft cloth.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, abrasives, ammonia,
chlorine bleach,concentrated detergents, solvents or
metal scouring pads. SOME of these chemicals may
dissolve, damage and/or discolor your refrigerator.
Door Gaskets: Clean door gaskets every three months according to
general instructions, Gaskets must be kept clean and
pliable to assure a proper seal.
Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of gas-
kets will keep the gasket pliable and assure a good
seal,
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Power _nterruptions
•Occasionally there may be power interruptions due to thunderstorms or
other causes. Remove the power cord from AC outlet when a power
outage occurs. When power has been restored, replug power cord to
AC outlet. If outage is for a prolonged period, inspect and discard
spoiled or thawed food in freezer and refrigerator, Clean
refrigerator before reusing.
Vacation and Moving Oar÷
• For long vacations or absences, empty food from refrigerator and
freezer, move the temperature DIAL to the OFF position and clean the
refrigerator and door gaskets according to "General cleaning" section,
Prop doors open, so air can circulate inside,When moving always move
the refrigerator vertically, Do not move with the unit lying down. Possible
damage to the sealed system could occur,
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Refrigerator Does Not Operate
•Check if thermostat control is not in the "OFF" position.
• Check if refrigerator is plugged in.
• Check if there is power at the ac outlet, by checking the circuit breaker.
Food temperature appears too warm
• Frequent door openings.
• Allow time for recently added warm food to reach fresh food or
freezer temperature.
• Check gaskets for proper seal.
• Clean condenser coils.
• Adjust temperature (ontrol to colder setting.
Food temperature is too cold
• If temperature control setting is too cold, adjust to a warmer setting
and allow several hours for temperature to adjust,
Refrigerator runs too frequently
•This may be normal to maintain constant temperature during
high temperature and humid days.
• Doors may have been opened frequently or for an e>tended
period of time.
• Clean condenser coils.
• Check gasket for proper seal.
• Check to see if dools are completely closed.
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Moisture build up on interior or exterior
of the refrigerator:
• This is normal during high humidity periods.
• Prolonged or frequent door openings.
• Check door gaskets for proper seal.
Refrigerator has an odor:
• Interior needs cleaning.
• Foods improperly wrapped or sealed are giving off odors.
Refrigerator door does not shut properly:
• Level the refrigerator.
• Re-align refrigerator door,
• Check for blockages e.g, food containers, crisper cover,
shelves, bins etc.
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What is covered and for how
long?
This warranty covers all defects in work-
manship or materials for a period of:
12 months labor
12 months parts
5 years sealed system
The warranty commences on the da'e
the item was purcha_,ed and the original
purchase receipt must be presented to
the authorized service center before
warranty repairs are rendered,
EXCEPTIONS: Commercial cr
Rental Use warranty
90 days labor (carry-in only)
90 days pa,ts
No other warranty applies
What is covered.
The mechanical and electrical parts,
which serve as a functional, purpose
of this appliance for a period of 12
months. This includes all parts except
finish, and trim.
The components of 1he sealed system
e.g. hermetic compressor, condor set
and evaporator from manufacturing
defects for a period of 5 years from
the date of purchase. Any damages
to such components caused by
mechanical abuse or improper
handling or shipping will not be
covered,
What will be done?
1, We will repair or replace, at our dis-
cretion any mechanical or electrical
part which proves to be defective in
normal usage during the warranty
period so specified.
2, There will be no charge to the
purchaser for parts and labor on any
covered items during the initial 12
month period, Beyond this period
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only parts are covered in the remain-
ing warranty. Labor is not provided
and must be paid by the customer.
3. Contact your nearest authorized
service center. For the name of the
nearest service center please call
1-877-337-3639
THIS WARRANTY COVERS
APPLIANCES WITHIN THE
CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES,
PUERTO RICO AND CANADA.
IT DOES NOT COVER
THE FOLLOWING:
Damages from improper installation.
Damages in shipping.
Defects other than manufacturing.
Damage from misuse, abuse, accident,
alteration, lack of proper care and
maintenance or incorrect current or
voltage.
Damage from other than household use.
Damage from service by other than an
authorized dealer or service center.
Decorative trims or replaceable
light bulbs.
Transportation and shipping.
Labor (after the initial 12 months).
THIS LIMI]ED WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN
LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE
The remedy provided in this warranty is
exclusive and is granted in lieu of all
other remedies.
This warranty does not cover incidental
or consequential damages, so the above
limitations may not apply to you. Some
States do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may have other rights,
which vary, from state to state,
Haler America Trading L.L,C,
New York, NY, NY10018.