HC45SG42SW - Fridge HAIER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HC45SG42SW HAIER

Read all of the instructions before using this appliance. When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: 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.

1) Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use

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) DANGER - Risk of Fire or Explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Do

not use Mechanical devices to defrost refrigerator. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

7) If your old refrigerator is not being used, we recommend that you

remove the doors and leave the shelves in place. 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 that 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.

EnglishThank 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 the rear of the refrigerator. Model number Serial number Date of purchase Staple your receipt to your manual. You will need it to obtain warranty service. “…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 in an enclosed

cabinet. It is designed for freestanding installation only.

11) Do not operate your refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION - Risk of Fire or Explosion Dispose of property in accordance with Federal or Local Regulations. Flammable refrigerant used. 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.

1. 3/4-Width Freezer Compartment

5. Accomodates 2 liter and tall bottles

6. Adjustable Front Leveling Legs

7. Removable Glass Shelves

Parts And Features English

91. Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all

adhesive tape holding the refrigerator accessories inside and outside.

2. Inspect and remove any remains of packing, tape or printed materials

before powering on the refrigerator. CAUTION Risk of Fire or Explosion due to puncture of refrigerant tubing. Flammable refrigerant used. Handle with care when moving refrigerator to avoid either damaging the refrigerant tubing or increasing the risk of a leak.

• Your refrigerator has two leveling legs which are located in the front bottom 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 counterclockwise to raise your refrigerator or by turning them clockwise to lower your refrigerator. The refrigerator door will close easier when the leveling legs are extended.

• To ensure 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" (50mm) Installing Your Refrigerator Unpacking Your Refrigerator Proper Air Circulation Leveling Your Refrigerator

• 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 prong adapters or cutting off the third grounding prong in order to accommodate a two prong outlet. This is a dangerous practice since it provides no effective grounding for the refrigerator and may result in shock hazard.

• 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.

• 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. Installation Limitations

Use of Extension Cords English7 English Reversing the Door Hinge

1. Remove the top hinge cover.

2. Using Phillips Head Screwdriver, loosen and remove the screws holding the

3. Remove top hinge and carefully lift off the door.

4. Remove the screw hole plugs from the opposite side and insert the plugs in

the screw hole openings of the just removed screws.

5. Remove any loose items in the refrigerator and carefully turn refrigerator on

its back and place in a secure area.

6. Loosen the screws holding the lower hinge bracket to the refrigerator and

remove screws and bracket.

7. Remove (2) screws from the other side and insert in the previously removed

8. Remove door pin by turning counter clockwise and reinsert to the underside

of the bracket and tighten.

9. Align bracket and insert (2) remaining screws into the holes provided .

10. Align hole in the door with the door pin and washer and gently push down

11. Align upper hinge bracket with screw holes insert screws and partially

secure, check that door and cabinet are properly aligned and then secure tightly.

3. Adjust the door or put a spacer in between and then tighten the

Door Alignment NOTE: As the door gets pressed in during shipping, after reversing the door, the gasket may have to be reset. This is done to prevent the cool refrigerated air from escaping. If there is a gap between the door gasket and the cabinet, set the gasket by gently pulling it out to seal the gap.Refrigerator Features And Use To remove or replace a full-width slide-out shelf: (see fig. # 1)

1. Gently tilt the shelf up and slide forward until the shelf has been

2. To replace the shelf, gently slide the shelf back.

General Features Adjustable temperature dial: Your refrigerator will automatically maintain the temperature level you select. The temperature control dial has 7 settings plus "0". 1 is the warmest. 7 is the coldest. 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 Shelves fig. # 1

English This compartment is designed for making ice cubes and for short-term food storage (a few days at most).

WARNING: This compartment is not cold enough to freeze foods

safely for more than 5 days.

• If ice cube tray freezes to the bottom of the compartment, pour a little warm water around it to loosen it. Do not use boiling water, which can damage plastic parts, or sharp metal objects such as a knife or screwdriver, which can damage the cooling system tubing. Wash the ice cube tray in lukewarm water only. Do not wash in the dishwasher. Freezer Compartment / Use of the Ice Cube Trays10 English Using the Beverage Storage

• Your refrigerator is equipped with convenient Beverage Storage that will hold up to 10 cans. Simply load the cans or small bottles into the racks. fig. # 211 Fresh Food

• When storing fresh food that 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:

• Smoked/Cured Meats 7-10 Days

• All others 1-2 Days Food Storage Information English12 English

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 ensure a good seal. Proper Refrigerator Care and Cleaning Cleaning and Maintenance 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.13 English Defrosting Defrost whenever frost on the wall of the freezer compartment becomes 1/8" thick. DANGER - Risk of Fire or Explosion due to puncture refrigerant tubing. Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use metal instruments to defrost refrigerator. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing. Never us a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost as it may damage the cooling coils. (A punctured cooling coil will cause serious damage to the product and will void the warranty). We recommend using a plastic scraper. To defrost, remove foods and ice cube tray from the freezer compartment. Make sure the drip tray is in place and unplug the unit. Defrosting usually takes a few hours. To defrost faster, keep the door open and place a bowl of warm water in the refrigerator. After defrosting, empty water from the drip tray and wash the drip tray in warm water. Maintenance Risk of Fire or Explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Do not puncture of refrigerant tubing. To be repaired only by trained authorized service personnel. Consult Repair Manual before attempting to service this product. All Safety Precautions Must be followed. Component parts shall be replaced with like components to minimize the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect parts or improper service.14 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 "0" 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. Energy Saving Tips

• The refrigerater should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat-producing appliances or heating ducts, and out of direct sunlight.

• Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the refrigerator. Overloading the refrigerator forces the compressor to run longer and thus increases energy consumption. Foods that refrigerate too slowly may lose quality or spoil.

• Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before placing in the refrigerator.

• The wire shelves should not be lined with aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper towels. Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the refrigerator less efficient.

• Organize food to reduce door openings and extended searches. Remove as many items as needed at one time, and close the door as soon as possible. EnglishEnglish

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 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 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 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:

• Level the refrigerator.

• Re-align refrigerator door.

• Check for blockages, e.g. food containers, crisper cover,shelves, bins, etc. Popping or cracking sound when the compressor comes on:

• Check to ensure the refrigerator is level.

• The floor may be uneven or weak. The refrigerator rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly. Be sure the floor can adequately support the refrigerator. Level the refrigerator by putting wood or metal shims under part of the refrigerator.

• The refrigerator is touching the wall. re-level the refrigerator and move it from the wall. See the “Installing Your Refrigerator” section. TroubleshootingEnglish

Limited Warranty What is covered and for how long? This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials for a period of: 12 months labor (carry in only) 12 months parts (carry in only) 5 years sealed system (carry in only) The warranty commences on the date the item was purchased and the original purchase receipt must be presented 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

THE FOLLOWING: Damages from improper installation. Damages in shipping. Defects other than manufacturing. D amage from misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, lack of proper care and maintenance or incorrect current or voltage. Damage from other than household use. D amage from service by other than an authorized dealer or service center. D ecorative trims or replaceable light bulbs. Transportation and shipping. Labor (after the initial 12 months).

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. Haier America New York, NY 1001817