Haier HSP04WND - 03-06 User manual

Quality •Innovation •Style
Compact Refrigerator
Réfrigeratuer Compact
Refigerador Compacto
User Manual
Model # HSP04WND
Guide de l’Utilisateur
Modéle # HSP04WND
Manual del Usuario
Para Modelo de # HSP04WND

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IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 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 convertible freezer / 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 connec-
tor 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 convertible freezer / refrigerator 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."

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"…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.
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 unit in the presence of explosive fumes.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old
appliance, take off the doors. Leave the shelves in place so that
children may not easily climb inside.
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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................1-2
PARTS AND FEATURES ............................................................................................................3
INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ........................................................................................4
Unpacking your refrigerator..........................................................................................................4
Proper air circulation ....................................................................................................................4
Electrical requirements..................................................................................................................4
Install Limitations..........................................................................................................................4
Use of extension cords..................................................................................................................4
Door alignment............................................................................................................................4
Reversing the door hinge ..............................................................................................................5
REFRIGERATOR FEATURES AND USE......................................................................................5
General Features..........................................................................................................................5
Refrigerator Interior Shelves ..........................................................................................................6
Freezer Section ............................................................................................................................6
Defrosting ....................................................................................................................................6
Food Storage Information ............................................................................................................7
Normal operating sounds ............................................................................................................7
PROPER REFRIGERATOR CARE AND CLEANING ..................................................................7
Cleaning and maintenance ..........................................................................................................7
Power interruptions ......................................................................................................................8
Vacation & moving care................................................................................................................8
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................8
LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................................................9
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1. Freezer Compartment
2. Ice Cube Tray
3. Full-width Shelf
4. Door Storage Shelf
5. Gallon Door Storage Shelf
6. Drip Tray
7. Temperature Control
8. Full-width Retainer Bar
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PARTS AND FEATURES
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INSTALLING
Unpacking
1.Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all adhesive tape holding the acces-
sories inside and outside.
2. Inspect and remove any remains of packing, tape or printed materials before powering on.
Proper Air Circulation
•To assure your unit works at the maximum efficiency it was designed for, you should install it in a loca-
tion 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" (50mm)
Electrical Requirement
•Make sure there is a suitable power Outlet (115 volts, 15 amps outlet) with proper grounding to
power the unit.
• 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 unit and may
result in shock hazard.
Install Limitations
•Do not install in any location not properly insulated or heated e.g. garage etc. Your unit was not
designed to operate in temperature settings below 55˚ Fahrenheit.
• Select a suitable location 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.
Use of Extension Cord
•Avoid the use of an extension cord because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions.
If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade
grounding plug and a 3-slot outlet that will accept the plug. The marked rating of the extension
cord must be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance.
Door 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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FEATURES AND USE
General Features
Adjustable temperature dial:
Your refrigerator will automatically maintain the temperature level you select. The temperature control
dial has 7 settings plus off.1is the warmest. 7 is the coldest. Turning the dial to OFF stops cooling in
both the 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.)
Reversing the Door Hinge
1. Removing the top hinge cover screw and then remove the top hinge cover. (see fig. #1)
2. Using a Philips 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. Carefully remove the top screw hole plug from the opposite side and insert the plug in the screw
hole openings of the just removed screws.
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.#2)
6. Loosen the screws holding the lower hinge bracket and remove the hinge. Remove the two
screws from the non-hinge side. (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. Insert the two remaining screws into the holes of the side
opposite the current hinge location. (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.
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. #1)
10. Make sure the door closes easily but forms a tight seal. Adjust the door as needed. (See Door
Alignment Section) 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.#1)
door pin
lower hinge bracket
fig. # 2 fig. # 3

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Refrigerator Interior Shelves
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 shelf back.
3. Your refrigerator has one interior flip shelf simply lift the
flip side to use.
Door Shelves
The bottom shelf of your refrigerator is designed to
accomodate a gallon bottle for your
convenience. (see Fig #5)
Freezer Section
•The extended evaporate in the freezer section helps to achive
advance low temperature freezing. This provides short term
storage of food products.
Defrosting Your Refrigerator
• 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
• Todefrost freezer,remove food and ice cube tray from the freezer section. Place drip tray under freez-
er 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.
• During the defrost cycle, 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. 6)
• 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. # 4
Fig. # 5
Fig. # 6

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PROPER REFRIGERATOR CARE AND CLEANING
Cleaning and Maintenance
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 gaskets will keep the gasket pliable
and assure a good seal.
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.
•Whip 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 1-2 Days
•Ground Beef 1-2 Days
•Cold Cuts 3-5 Days
• Steaks/Roasts 3-5 Days
•Smoked/Cured Meats 7-10 Days
•All others 1-2 Days
Normal 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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Power Interruptions
•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 Care
•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" sec-
tion. Prop doors open, so air can circulate inside.When moving always move the refrigerator vertically.
Donot move with the unit lying down. Possible damage to the sealed system could occur.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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.
•Adjust temperature control 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 tem-
perature 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 extended period of time.
•Check gasket for proper seal.
•Check to see if doors are completely closed.
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:
•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
workmanship or materials for a period
of:
12 months labor
12 months parts
5years sealed system
The warranty commences on the date
the item was purchased and the origi-
nal purchase receipt must be present-
ed to the authorized service center
before warranty repairs are rendered.
EXCEPTIONS: Commercial or Rental
Use warranty
90 days labor (carry-in only)
90 days parts
No other warranty applies
What is covered.
1. 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.
2. The components of the sealed
system e.g. hermetic compressor,
condenser 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
discretion 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 only parts are covered in the
remaining 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 LIMITED WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN
LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARANTIES,
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 limi-
tations on how long an implied war-
ranty 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.
Haier America
New York, NY 10018
LIMITED WARRANTY

IMPORTANT
Do Not Return This Product To The Store
If you have a problem with this product, please contact the
"Haier Customer Satisfaction Center" at 1-877-337-3639.
DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE
IMPORTANT
Ne pas Réexpédier ce Produit au Magasin
Pour tout problème concernant ce produit, veuillez contacter le service des
consommateurs ‘Haier Customer Satisfaction Center’ au 1-877-337-3639.
UNE PREUVE D’ACHAT DATEE EST REQUISE POUR BENEFICIER DE LA GARANTIE.
IMPORTANTE
No regrese este producto a la tienda
Si tiene algún problema con este producto, por favor contacte el "Centro de Servicio al
Consumidor de Haier" al 1-877-337-3639 (Válido solo en E.U.A).
NECESITA UNA PRUEBA DE COMPRA FECHADA PARA EL SERVICIO DE LA GARANTIA
115V, 60 Hz
Made in China
Fabriqué en Chine
Hecho en China
Haier America
New York, NY 10018
HSP04WND
Issued: March 06 Part # RF-9999-245