Hotpoint CTF14 Installation instructions

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Food Storage Suggestions–page 6.
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Operating ‘Your,Refricpratcw
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Temperature Controls
Energy-Saver Switch
En6rgy-Saving Tips, ,
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Shelves– How To Adjust
Detachable Meat Pan
Food Storage Suggestions
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Care and Cleaning
Vacation Precautions
Moving Precautions
Should You Need Help
Warranty
Factory Service Centers
Problem Solver
Accessories
Automatic Icemaker Kit
Water Filter
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It contains detailed information on the operation and
recommended maintenance of your new refrigerator.
Once you have read it, keep it handy for answers to
questions you may have.
If you have any additional questions concerning the
operation of your refrigerator, write—inciuding your
phone number–to:
CONSUMER AFFAIRS
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book. It lists many minor causes of operating prob-
lems that you can correct yourself and m~Ysave You .-
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your home by appointment—morn jng or afternoon.
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L.CXATE THE MCIDEE
1. Temperature controls
2. Rollers or leveling legs
(behind grille)
3. Defrost water pan
(behind grille)
4. Rating plate–record
model and serial numbers
here for future reference. .
Model#
Serial#
Do not remove rating plate.
AND SERiAL.NUMBERS.
Should you ever need to call for service you will need
these numbers.
~Enter both numbers in the space provided above.
@Give both these numbers if you ever need to call
for service.
You will also find it convenient to have the following
information:
Dealer’s Name
Date Purchased
KEEP PURCHASE RECEJPT WITI-+ THIS BOOK
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
HYOUneed service literature, parts lists, parts or
accessories, contact one of the Factory Service
Centers, afranchised Customer Care servicer or your
Hotpoint dealer.
Extended Service Contracts:The terms of your war-
ranty provide free service covering failures due to
manufacturing defects for adefinite period of time.
[See page 8). After this warranty expires you may
purchase an Extended Service Contract which will
enable you to budget your service needs. This cov-
erage beyond warranty is available from our Factory
Service Centers and from many franchised Customer
Care servicers. his a good idea to ap@y for this
coverage before your warranty expires.
[f you are dissatisfiedwith the service you received
here are three steps you should follow:
HRST, contact the people who serviced your refrig-
erator. Explain why you are dissatisfied. In most cases
this will solve the problem. ~
NEXT, if you are still dissatisfied, write all the details–
including your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
Hotpoint
WCE-312
Appliance Park
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
FINALLY, If your problem is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60606
This panel, known as MACAP, is agroup of independ-
ent consumer experts under the sponsorship of
several industry associations. Its purpose is to study
practices and advise the industry of ways to improve
customer service. Because MACAP isfree of industry
control and influence, it is able to make impartial re-
commendations, considering each case individually.
IMPORTANT
READALLBNSTRUCTHONSBEFOREUS#NGTHISAPPLBANCE
CAUTIONS
WAF?NiNG-When using this appliance, always
exercise basic safety precautions, including the
following:
~Use this appliance only for its intended purpose
as described in this Use and Care Book.
~This refrigerator must be properly installed in
aumrdance with the installation Instructions be-
fore it is used. See grounding instructions on next
page.
~h.leverunplug your refrigerator by KMJlingon the
power cod. Always grip the plug firmly and pull
straight out from ,the receptacle.
~Repair or replace immediately all electric service
CXwdsthat have become frayed C2rORm$vise dam-’
aged. IX not use acord that shows cracks or
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K+9 a/asion damage aiong its length or at either the
plug or connector end.
sWhen’ moving your refrigerator away from the
waH, be careful not to roll over 05-’damage W&
glowerCordm
~After your refrigerator is, in operation, do not
touch the cold surfaces, particularly when ‘hands
are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to these ex-
tremely cold surfaces.
sSome refrigerators are.equipped with autonlatie
icemakers. DO not place fingers or hands an the
automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrig-
erator is plugged in. This will prevent contact wi,th
the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with
the heating element that releases the cubes.
GDo not operate your refrigerator in the pr=senos
dexplosive fumes.
SEEADD!TIONAL!?JPORTANTCAUTIONSONPAGE2.

FOR PERsoNAL,sAFETy,THHs APPLq~NdE
MUST EWEPROPERLY @~ouNDgDm “‘, ‘~~
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with
athree-prong (grounding) plug which mates with
astandard three-prong’ (grounding) wail receptacle
(Fig. 1) to minimize -‘ ‘ ‘
the possibility of elec-
tricshock hazard from
this appliance. Have
the wail receptacle
checked by aqualified
electrician to make
sure the receptacle, is
properly grounded.
Where astandard two-prong wall receptacle isen-
countered, it is the personal responsibility and obli-
gation of the customer to have it replaced with ‘a
properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle.
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~~AUT!O~: Attaching ‘adapter ~round terminal to
wall receptacle cover screw does not grotinci the
appliance unless’cover screw is metal, and not in-
sulated, and wall receptacle is grounded through
house wiring: Customer should have the circuit
cheeked by aqualified electrician to make sure the
receptacle is properly grounded.
When disconnecting the power cord from the adap-
ter, aiwavs hoid the ada~ter with one hand. if this
DO NOT,UNDERANY CIRCUMSTANCES,cm m! REMOVE .
THETHIRD(GROUND)PRONGFROMTHEPOWERCORD. is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very
iikeiy to break with repeated use. Shouid this i?ap-
USAGE CM=’ADAPTER PLUG pen,’ DO NOT USE the appiiance untii aproper
ground has again been established.
Because of potentiai safety hazards under certain THE REFRIGERATOR SHOULD ALWAYS BE
conditions, we strongiy recommend against the PLUGGED l~,?o ITS OWN INO!VIDUAL ELEc-
use of an adapter piug. However, if you stiii eiect TRICAL OU”TLET [115 volt, 60 Hertz, Or 100 ‘volt,
to use an adapter, where iocai codes permit, a50 !Hertz, single phase AC). This is recommended
TEMPORARY Connection may be made to afor best performance and to prevent overloading
properiy grounded two-prong waii receptacle by house wiring circuits, which could cause apmsibie
the use of aUL.iisted adapter which is avaiiabie at fire hazard from overheating wires.
USE OF EXTENSHQMCORDS
Because of potentiai safety hazards under 3-wire grounding type appiiance extension
certain conditions, we strongly recommend cord and that the current carrying rating of
against the use of an extension cord. i-iow- the cord be 15amperes minimum. Such exten-
ever, if you .stiii eiect to use an extension cord, sion cords are obtainable through your local
it is abso[uteiy necessary ti?at it be a L~Liisted service organization.

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Do not install your refrigerator
where the temperature willgo b?-
low 60°F. because it will not run
frequently enough to maifitain
proper temperatures.
Be sure to instaliit on afloorthat
isstrongenoughtosupportafully
ioaded refrigerator.
Ah see Energy-Saving Tipsre-
garding!ocation.
Now 5/8” ateachsideand1“over
the top for easeof installationand
proper air circulation.
When building anew home, con-
sider providing water supply to re-
frigerator location. It will simplify
connection of optional automatic
icemakershould you wish to install
one at alater date.
FWlers
Adjustable rollers (on models so
equipped), which enable you to
move your refrigerator away from
the wail for cleaning, or leveling
!egs are located behind the base
grille. These rollers, or leveling
legs, should be set so that the re-
frigerator is firmiy positioned on
the floor and the front israisedjust
enough that the doors close easily
when opened about halfway.
TOAdjL!sf Rollers
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PULLUP
AND OUT
Remove the base grille by grasp-
ing it at the bottom and pulling UP
and out.
ing Screw—
eto raise,
wise to lower.
Ie wrench
pliers.
Leveling Leg—
Remove base grille and turn level-
ing legs clockwise to raise the
refrigerator, counterclockwise
to lower it,
When adjusting front rollers or
leveling legs for proper door clo-
sure, it is recommended that the
bottom front edge of [he cabinet
be approximately 5/8 inch from
the floor.
ml l=k$pkice IEk3seGrille
Turn roller adjusting screws clock- Set tabs on hooks at both ends
wise to raise refrigerator, counter- mandpush top toward refrigerator
clockwise to lower it. until grille snaps into place.
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Hyou shut off power to the refrigerator for extended
vacations, remove food and clean interior with baking
soda solution using one tablespoon of baking soda
per each quart of water. Wipe dry. To prevent forma-
tion of odor, place open box of soda in refrigerator
and leave doors open.
!f YOU leave for shorter absences, remove perishable
foods and leave temperature controls at normal set-
tings. [f, however, room temperature isexpected to go
below 60°F., turn numbered control to OFF, remove
plug from wall receptacle, remove food, clean interior,
and leave the doors open.
Nyou have an icemaker, move the icemaker manual
switch to OFF position and be sure to shut off water
supply to icemaker. Icemaker manual switch is near
Disconnect the power cord from the wall receptacle.
Remove al! foods and clean the interior.
Loose items should be protected or secured with
tape—items such as grille, shelves, storage pans, ice
trays, ice storage bucket, covers and removable
parts. This prevents their coming loose and causing
damage.
When transporting, your refrigerator must be kept in
an upright position. And, if it is on rollers, be sure it is ..
properly secured in the moving van to prevent roliing
and damage.
Handle with care; exterior of refrigerator shouid be
protected with bianket covering.
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OperatimgYoMrRefrigerator
it is not necessary to defrost the freezer or fresh food
compartments. Your refrigerator is designed and equipped
to defrost itself automatically.
INORMAL SETTINGS C AND 5i
ICOLDER FRESH FOOD C AND 6-7
COLDEST FRESH FOOD B AND 8-9 1SET BOTH CONTROLS
COLDER FREEZER D AND 7-8 2ALLOW 24 HolJRS
WARMER FRESH FOOD C AND 4-1 TO STABILIZE
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FRESH FOOD
Tostart, set the controls at “C” and ‘5.”
Wait 24 hours. Then adjust the controls if needed.
For acolder fresh food compartment,leave the “C” setting
alone and set the other control at “6” or “7.”
For coldest fresh food compartment, set the controls at
“W’ and %“ or “9.”
For acolder freezer compartment, set the controls at “D”
and “7” or “8.”
For awarmer fresh food compartmen~,leave the control
at “C” and set other control at “4;’ “3;’ “2”or”1 .“
Note:Turningthe nf.rmberedcontrolto “OFF” twns off the compressor
andstopscoolingjnboththefreshfoodandfreezercompartments.
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Use the milk test for the freshfood compartment.
Put acontainer of milk on the top shelf in the fresh food
compartment. Check it aday later. Hthe milk is too warm or
too cold, adjust the temperature controls.
LJsethe ice cream test for the freezer compartment.
Put acontainer of ice cream in the center of the freezer
compartment. Checkit afteraday.If it’s too hardor too soft,
adjustthe temperature controls.
Always allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the
temperature you set.
during the entire period that you are turning down your
thermostat.
Most likely the numberedsettingwon’thavetobechanged.
However, if freezing should occur in the fresh food compart-
mefit, turn the numbered control one step vvarmer-asfrom
“5” to ‘w!’
Whenyou stopturning your hcwselmidthermostatdownto
60° at night, turn the temperature controlsback to their
regular settings.
ENERf~~ ~A~ER, S~&iTCH
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Your refrigerator has an Energy Saver Switch located on
the upper left side of the Fresh Food compartment.
Toreduce the amount of elec-
tricity required to operate your
refrigerator, pushswitchto the
left to the NORMAL position.
This turns off heaters in your refrigerator that prevent mois-
ture from forming on the outside.
Use of this switch can save you money. Estimated yearly
savings, depending on your local electric rates, are as
follows:
Model Estimated Yearly Savings Approx. %of
IElectric Rate (Per Kwh) Energy Savings
$.05 $.08 ~$If
CTFI4$11.00 $19.00 I$25.00 17%
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With the heaters turned off, there is achance that moisture
may form on the outside of your refrigerator, especially
when the weather is humid. The humidity is most likely to
be high in the summer, in the eariy morning hours, and in
homes which are not air conditioned.
Over an extended period of time, moisture that forms on
the outside may cause deterioration of the paint finish. It
will be important to protect the finish by using appliance
polish wax as described on page 7.
When the Energy Saver Switch
is pushed to the right, electricity
flows through the low wattage
heaters which warm the outside
of the cabinet and, under most conditions, prevent the
forming of moisture or water droplets.
‘Locationofyourrefrigeratoris imoortarX,Trynot to locateit nextto J
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Closethe doorsassoonas possible,particularlyinhot, humidweather.
KeepEnergySaverSwitch on NORMALsetting unlessmoislureforms -
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Besure the doorsare closedtightly. Beforeleavingthe houseorretir- :“’
ing for the night, check to be sure doors haven’tbeen left ajar in-
advertentIy. ~--,
Storeonlythosefoodsrequiringrefrigerationinyourrefrigerator
Allowhot foods to COOI(until warmto the touch)beforeplacingthem
inyourrefrigerator.
Wipeall moisturefrom bottles andcartonsbeforeputtingthem inthe
refrigerator.
Keepall foodscoveredto reducemoisturebuildupinsidethe refrigerator.
Don’twasteicecubesbylettingmanymenwhile usingonlyafew.
if you turn controls to coldest position for quick chilling or freezirig, j$~$,
besureto turnthembackto regularsettings. (]-.->,.-,..
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Don’tovercrowdyourrefrigerator.overcrowdirrgcanrequireextraelec- .~%
trical energytokeepeverythingcool, ()
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TOrelease ice‘cubes:
Invert the tray and twist it at both ends.
Leave the trayright-side-up,twist both
ends slightly and remove the number
of cubes desired.
Toget fastericeservicewhenyou rmed
it, set temperature controls to “D” or
“E” and”~” “8”or “9.” Return them to
regular settings when cubes are frozen
to prevent freezing fresh foods.
Washice trays and ice storage bucket
in Iukewarm water only. Do not put
them in an automatic dishwasher.
FreshFood
Compartment
ADJUSTABLE SHELVES
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Many Hotpoint No-Frost Refrigerators
have adjustable shelves which let you
vary the amount of space between the
shelves for greater storage flexibility.
TO adjust shelves:
Remove shelf by tilting up at front,
then lifting up and out of track on rear
wall of refrigerator.
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top lug-:’ .
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To replace shelves: Select desired
shelf height. With shelf front raised
slightly, engage top lugs in tracks at
rear of cabinet. Then lower front of
shelf until it locks into position.
The slide-out meat drawer can be removed and taken to the sink or food
preparation area, You may also relocate it within the Fresh Food compart-
ment to suit your storage needs.
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Slide drawer out, remove drawer cover from shelf above, relocate cover in
position you desire, andslide drawer back in place.
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Unh%xxm Ivleds, Fish, Poultry
Meats, fish and poultry purchased
from the store vary in quality and age;
consequently, safe storage time in
your refrigerator will vary.
sAlways remove store wrappings.
~Rewrap in aluminum foil, film or
wax paper and refrigerate
immediately.
C1-teese
Cheese should be well wrapped with
wax paper, aluminum foil or put in a
plastic bag.
*Carefully wrap to expel air and
prevent mold.
*Store pre-packaged cheese in its
own wrapping if you wish.
vegetables
Vegetable drawers have been spe-
cially designed to preserve natural
moisture and freshness of produce.
~Crispness can be maintained by
covering vegetables with amoist
towel.
~As afurther aid to freshness,
it is suggested that pre-packaged
vegetables be stored in their
original wrapping.
Ice cream
Fine-quality ice cream, with high
cream content, will normally require
slightly lower temperatures than more
“airy” already-packaged brands with
low cream content.
~It will be necessary to experiment
to determine the location in the
freezer and the control dial setting
to keep your favorite ice cream at
the right serving temperature.
*Also, the rear of the freezer is
slightly colder than the front.
Eatingqualitydrops REFRI;RNOR FR#i#ER
affertime shown 35o to 400F.
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DAYS MONTHS
Most fruits and vegetables. ........8-12 months
Lean fish ......................6-8 months
Fattyfish, rolls and breads, @
soups, stew, casseroles . . . . . . .. 2-3 months
Cakes,pies, sandwiches,
Ieft-overs (cooked),
Ice cream (original carton). .......1 month max,
FRESHMEA-N
Roasts(Beef and Lamb). .3to 5
Roasts(Pork and Veal). . . 3to 5
Steaks(Beef)........... 3t05
Chops (Lamb) . . . . . . . . . . . 3t05
Chops (Pork) . . . . . . . . . . .3t05
Ground and Stew Meats, ... 1to 2
Variety Meats............lto2
Sausage(Pork) . . . . . . . . . lto2
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There are three essential require-
ments for efficient home freezing.
1. Hnitialquality.Only top-quality foods
should be frozen. Freezing retains
quality and flavor; it cannot improve
quality.
PROCESSEDMEATS
Bacon ................ 7
Frankfurters . . . . . . 7
Ham(Whole) . . . . . . . . . ...7
Ham(Half).............. 5
Ham(Slices) . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Luncheon Meats. . . . . . . . 3t05
Sausage(Smoked). . . 7
Sausage(Dry and Semi-Dry) 14 to 21
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Co:f::egeats and Meat 3t04
Gravyand Meat Broth ~~~~~~ 1to 2
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Freezing
not recom-
mended.
2. Speed. The quicker fruits and vege-
tables are frozen after picking, the
better the frozen product will be. You’Ii
save time, too, because less culling
and sorting will be necessary.
3. Proper packaging. Use food wraps
designed especially for freezing;
they’re readily available in awide
selection at your favorite store.
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Chicken and Turkey (Whole) lto2
Chicken (Pieces). . . . . . . . 1to 2
Turkey (Pieces) . . . . . . . . . . . lto2
Duck and Goose (Whole). 1to 2
Giblets . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . lto2
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Wrap well in freezer-weight foil (or
other heavy-duty wrapping material),
forming it carefu!ly to the shape of the
contents. This expels air. Fold and
crimp ends of the package to provide
agood, lasting seal. Don’t refreeze
meat that has completely thawed;
meat, whether raw or cooked, can be
frozen successfully only once.
COOKEDPOULTRY
Pieces (Covered with Broth) lto2
Pieces (Not Covered). 1to 2
Cooked Poultry Dishes. 1to 2
Fried Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . . lto2
New techniques are constantly being devel-
oped. Consult the State College or County
Extension Service or your local Utility Com-
pany for the latest information on freezing
and storing foods.
Limit freezing of fresh (unfrozen)
meats or seafoods to 14 pounds at a
time.
‘: U.S. Department of Agriculture
For c~nwenience will stay coldest in this part of the fresh food compartment.
sStore all like things together. This not only saves time, @Cover moist foods with tight lids, plastic film or foil,
but electricity–because you can find foods faster. 639
@Placethe oldest items upfront sothey can be used up
promptly.
&Use the handyshelves on the door for mostfrequently @
Usedsaucesand condiments.
@Use the [meatdrawer,if your model is soequipped, for a
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@Place most perishable items such as milk, cream or
cottage cheese toward the rear of the top shelf as they
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Leaf vegetables and fruits placed in storage drawers
will last longer when stored in closed plasticcontainers
or wrappedin plasticfilm.
Do not overloadyourfresh food or freezercompartment
with alot of warmfood atonce.
(lpen the door the fewest times possikie to save
electrical energy.
When out of town for several days, leave as few perish-
ables as possibleir?the refrigerator. If your refrigerator
/seqLiipped with an icemaker, move icemaker manual
switch to “CIFF” and shut off water to refrigerator.

CleaningYoB~rRefrigerator
cabinet Exterior
Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of
the refrigerator isahigh quality, baked-on paint finish.
However, without proper care, degradation of this
quality finish can occur.
To provide protection against rusting and to keep
your refrigerator new- \\\r\lll/
looking, apply acoat of ;
appliance poiish wax
when the refrigerator ~
is new and then at
least twice ayear.
Appliance Polish
Wax &Cleaner
(Cat. No. WR97X216) ~
is available from -
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Keep the finish clean. To clean the outside of the
refrigerator, wipe with aclean cloth lightly dampened
with appliance polish wax or mild liquid dishwashing
detergent. Dry and polish with aclean, soft cloth.
DO NOT wipe the refrigerator with asoiled dish-
washing cloth or wet towel.
Use of scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach,
or cleaners containing bleach will damage the finish
of the refrigerator.
Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator
away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can
be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and
those with embossed surfaces. If your refrigerator
is on rollers, pull it straight out and return to position
by pushing straight in. Moving your refrigerator in a
side direction may result in damage to your floor
covering or refrigerator.
Pan located behind grille should be cleaned at least
once ayear. When reinstalling pan, firmly push pan
ALL THE WAY IN until it stops.
Clean both fresh food and freezer compartments at
least once ayear. It is recommended that the refrig-
~~ erator be unplugged before cleaning. if this is not
..-— practical, wring excess ~moisture out of sponge or
w-
-, cloth when cJeaning in the vicinity of switches, lights
Use warm water and baking soda solution–about a
tablespoon of baking soda to aquart of water. Rinse
thoroughly with water and wipe dry. Follow this same
procedure for cleaning door gaskets,vegetable draw-
er, and all plastic parts. Wash ice trays in lukewarm
water only. DO NOT use cleansing powders or other
abrasive cleaners. ,, ,’
Do rqtwash a,~~~~&ic piwtsf[om.yo~f “’
-refdgerator,in yotir?~tom$i4 dishwasher.~
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storage Drawers at Bottom d
Fl%m”’iFOcld compartment
Slide-out drawers can usually be removed by tilting
up slightly and pulling past “stop” location.
TO !’emclv@ tu!l”width drawer when fresh food
Coimpartmeflt door cannot be opened fully:
1. Remove food from drawer cover and shelves
above it and take out
2. Grip drawer
and cover
simultaneously
with both hands
and pull forward
just enough to
detach cover
from rear support
brackets.
3. Up-end drawer
and cover with
front-side down.
\
4. Turn drawer and
cover to left
and remove from
refrigerator.
(With left-hand
door, turn drawer
and cover to
right.)
III
To replace: reverse procedure, making sure cover
engages support brackets at rear and rests on SLIPPOrt
brackets at front of refrigerator.
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firom Hotpoint to You–This warranty is extended by Hotpoint to the original purchaser and to anysucceeding
owner andappiies toproducts purchasedin [he United States, retained withinthe48 contiguous states, thesta!eof
Hawaiior the District of Coiurnbiaand employed in ordinary home use.
What WeWiNDo– If yourHotpoint Refrigerator failsbecause of amanufacturing defect within one year from the
date of original purchase, we will repair the product without charge to you. Parts and service labor are included.
Servicewillbe providedin the home in the 48contiguousstates, in the state of Hawaiior in the District of Columbia.
HowTo Obtain Service–Service will be provided by our local Customer Care@ factory service organization or by
one of our franchised Customer Care servicers during normal business hours after you notify us of the need for
service. Service can be arranged by telephone.
Look for “HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE” in the White pages of your telephone directory; or “HOTPOINT
CUSTOMER CARE@SERVICE” in the Yellow pages; or write to the address given below.
What Is Not Covered –This warranty does not cover the failure of your Refrigerator if it is damaged while in your
possession, used for commercial purposes, or if the failure is caused by unreasonable use including use on house
wiring not in conformance with electrical codes, low power voltage, and failure to provide reasonable and necessary 1
maintenance. IN NO EVENT SHALL HOTPOINT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, This i
warranty does not apply to the state of Alaska nor to the Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, the Canal Zone !
or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. (
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Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation ~
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary ~
from state to state.
The sealed refrigerating system (compressor, condenser, evaporator and connecting
tubing–see diagram) is covered in the above full warranty. In addition to that warranty
we will repair this sealed system if it fails because of amanufacturing defect within the
jecond through fifth year after original purchase. We will bear the cost of both parts
ind labor.
411other provisions are the same as those stated in the above full warranty. eCOMPRESSOR
REFRIGERATINGSYSTEM
nthe state of Alaska free service including parts will be provided to correct manufacturing defects at our nearest
ervice shop location or in your home, but we do not cover the cost of transportation of the product to the shop or
Jr the travel cost of atechnician to your home. You are responsible for those costs. All other provisions of this
mited warranty are the same as [hose stated in the above warranties.
Were To Get Further Help: If you wish further help or information concerning this warranty, contact:
[mager -Consumer Affairs, Hotpoint, Appliance Parkl WCE-3M, Louisville, KY 40225.
Warrantor: General Electric Company, Appliance Park, Louisville, Kentucky 40225.
Abill of sale, cancelled check or other payment record should be kept to verify the original purchase date and to establish the warranty period.
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1900 Ridge Road East
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3607 Trousdale
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[91 5) 778-5361
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2262 S, Arlington Road
[21 6) 773-0361
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7708 North Crestline Drive
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401 North 2nd Street
(81 5) 962-7200
(Brownsville)
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1204 North Se~’enth
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10001 Alliance Road
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20600 Sheldon Road
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1355 Warson Road, North
P.O. Box 14559
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2815 East 46th Street
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2252 South 15th Street
(21 7) 753-8088
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4623 Loop 28S West
P.O. BOX 16208
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PO. BOX 6286
Midland Terminal
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[phone]
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[phone]
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3554 Kettner Boulevard
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[phone]
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5185 Broadway
(21 9) 981-2533
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1334 West Sunshine
(41 7) 831-0511
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[phone]
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5763 Winfield Road
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6843 Lennox Avenue
(213) 989-571O
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1865 N. Academy -Suite 9
(3o3) 597-8492
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P.O. BOX 8278
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[phone]
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[phone]
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Glen Mills -19342
R,D. %2, BOX 210
(21 5) 358-1500
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118 First Street, N.W.
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1074 South Dittmer
PO. EtOX 3188
(31 9) 326-5101
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RD. #2, BoX 210
[215) 358-1500
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2949 Chrysler Road
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(31 6) 267-3366
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[phone]
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[phone]
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9624 E. Montgomery St.
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[phone]
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P.O. f30x 32130
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1101 West McNab Road
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(81 3) 939-2812
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5266 tiighway Avenue
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2935 Crater Lake Drive
(5C4) 926-5062
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1217 Adams Avenue
P.O. Box 7518
[phone]
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137 North River Road
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343 W. Wisconsin Ave.
[phone]
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4630 E. Washington Ave
[phone]
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11100 W. Silver Spring Rd
[phone]
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[phone]
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3200 NW. llOth Street
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[phone]
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363”7 Union Road
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1430 Dalzr?ll Street
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Fairview Industrial Park
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(91 4) 592-4330
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54 Darling Avenue
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1205 South Adams Street
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[phone]
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25 Hampton Village
[phone]
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278 Main Street
[phone]
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(301 )953-9130
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I
TheProblemSoiver
Refrigeratordoes not operate
@May be in defrost cycle when
motor does not operate for
about 30 minutes.
@Temperature control in OFF
position.
eIf interior light is not on,
refrigerator may not be
plugged in at wall
receptacle.
@If plug is secure and the
refrigerator still fails to
operate, plug alamp or a
small appliance into the same
outlet to determine if there
is atripped circuit breaker
or burned out fuse.
Motor operates for long periods
eModern refrigerators with
more storage space and a
larger freezer compartment
require more operating time.
eNormal when refrigerator is
first delivered to your home–
usually requires 24 hours to
completely cool down.
@Large amounts of food placed
in refrigerator to be cooled
or frozen.
eHot weather—frequent door
openings.
@Door left open.
BTemperature controls are set
too cold. Refer to instructions
for use of TEMPERATURE
CONTROLSon page4.
9Check ENERGY SAVING
TIPS on page 4.
!otor starts& stops frequently
Operating sounds
The high speed compressor
motor required to maintain
near zero temperatures in the
large freezer compartment
may produce higher sound
levels than your old
refrigerator,
Normal fan air flow– fan
blows cold air through the
refrigerator and freezer com-
partments.
These NORMAL sounds will
also be heard from time to
time:
GIDefrost timer switch clicks
at defrost.
*Defrost water dripping into
drain pan.
oTemperature control clicks
ON or OFF.
~Refrigerant boiling or
Temperature control starts @
and stops motor to maintain
gurgling.
eCracking or popping of
cooling coils caused by
expansion and contraction
during defrost and refrig-
eration following defrost.
~With automatic icemaker,
the sound of cubes drop-
ing into the bucket and
water running in pipes as
icemaker refills.
Vibration or rattling
@if refrigerator vibrates, more
Ieven temperatures.
than likely it is not resting
solidly on the floor and front
roller screws or leveling legs
need adjusting or floor is
weak or uneven. Refer to
INSTALLATION on page 3.
If dishes vibrate on shelves,
try moving them. Slight
vibration is normal.
eDefrost water pan rattling,
needs to be positioned
properly.
Hot air from bottomof
refrigerator
oNormal air flow cooling
motor.
In the refrigeration process,
it is norrna/ that heat be ex-
pelled in area under refriger-
ator. Some floor coverings will
discolor at these normal and
safe operating temperatures,
Yourfloor covering supplier
should be consulted if you
object to this disco/oration.
Freshfood or freezer
temperature too warm
Temperature control not set
cold enough. Refer to
TEMPERATURE CONTROLS
on page 4.
Warm weather–frequent
door openings to get ice or
cold drinks.
Door left open for long time.
Package may be holding
door open.
Package blocking air duct in
freezer compartment.
Foods dry out
@Foodsnotcovered, wrapped
or sealed properly.
Frostor ice crystalson
frozenfood
@Door may have been left
ajar or package holding
door open.
@TOO frequent and too long
door openings.
eFrost within package is
normal.
Slow ice cube freezing
@Door may have been Ieft.ajar,
aTurn temperature of freezer
compartment colder, Set the
temperature controls to “D”
and “8.”
Ice cubes have odor/taste
eOld cubes need to be
discarded.
eUnsealed packages in refrig-
erator and/or freezer
compartments may be trans-
mitting odor/taste to ice
cubes.
Moisture formson outside of
refrigerator
eNot unusual during period
high hum!dity,
eMove energy saver switch
of
right.
Moisture collects inside
eTOO frequent and too long
door openings.
at In humid weather air carries
moisture into refrigerator
when doors are opened.
Water on the floor
@Defrost water pan full,
missing or not in position.
Refrigerator hasodor
eFoods with strong odors
should be tightly covered.
@Check for spoiled food.
@!nterior needs cleaning.
Refer to page 7,
@Defrost water pan needs
cleaning.
eKeep box of baking soda in
refrigerator; replace monthly.
PLJk). NO. 39-6157-2 12-MI IWg. NO. M7717FY12 ~W. ~
APPLIANCE PARK, LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY 40225