Top-Freezer Refrigerators www.Hotpoint.com Safety Information Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Connecting Electricity . . . . . . . . 3 Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Owner’s Manual and Installation Instructions Models 15, 16, 17, 18 Operating Instructions Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . .8 Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . 9, 10 Shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 6 Storage Drawers . . . . . . . . . . . .
WARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: ■ This refrigerator must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING! HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Where a standard 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Turning the dial to 0 stops cooling in both compartments—fresh food and freezer. It does not shut off power to the refrigerator. Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the temperature control dial. Control Settings Temperature Control Dial Installation Instructions The temperature control dial has nine settings plus 0. 1 is the warmest. 9 is the coldest. At first, set the dial at 5. After using the refrigerator, adjust the dial if necessary.
www.Hotpoint.com Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom-space your shelves. Not all features are on all models. Half-Width Shelves 2 Lift up and out NOTE: The shelf to the right of the track is designed to hook into the right-hand slot; the shelf to the left is designed to hook into the left-hand slot. To remove, lift the shelf up at front, then off the support and out of the track.
Some models have an ice-tray shelf and some have a full-width step shelf. Plug Supports Step Shelf To remove the step shelf: 1 Lift left side of shelf slightly. shelf to the left to free its right 2 Move ends from holes in the cabinet wall. right side of shelf, move shelf 3 Lower to the right and take it out. Installation Instructions To replace the step shelf: shelf tilted as shown, fit left ends 1 With of shelf into holes in cabinet wall.
www.Hotpoint.com Not all features are on all models. Drawer and Cover Removal Drawers can be removed easily by grasping the sides and lifting up slightly while pulling drawers past the stop location. Operating Instructions Full-Width Drawer with Plastic Cover Safety Instructions About storage drawer and cover removal. To remove the cover, lift it off its supports, pull it forward, tilt it and take it out. Twin Drawers with Glass Cover To remove: Installation Instructions 1 Remove the drawers.
Safety Instructions A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. Automatic Icemaker (on some models) Power Switch Icemaker Green Power Light Feeler Arm Power switch model The icemaker will produce seven cubes per cycle–approximately 100-130 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions. There are two types of icemakers: power switch models and feeler arm models.
www.Hotpoint.com Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim (on some models). Clean with a cloth dampened with soapy water. Dry with a soft cloth. Operating Instructions Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dish detergent. Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dish cloth or wet towel. These may leave a residue that can erode the paint.
Behind the Refrigerator Be careful when moving the refrigerator away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces. Turn the leveling legs at each front corner of the refrigerator counterclockwise until the rollers support the refrigerator. Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in. Moving the refrigerator in a side direction may result in damage to the floor covering or refrigerator.
Installation Instructions Refrigerator Models 15, 16, 17, 18 If you have questions, call 1.800.GE.CARES or visit our Website at: www.Hotpoint.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN CLEARANCES Read these instructions completely and carefully. Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections. • IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local inspector’s use. • • • • • • • IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE BEFORE YOU BEGIN WHAT YOU WILL NEED Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount of tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines are refrigerator tubing kits WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and WX08X10025. When connecting your refrigerator to a reverse osmosis water system, follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.
Installation Instructions WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.) • A water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra cost from your dealer or from Parts and Accessories, 1.888.261.3055. • A cold water supply. The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4–8.1 bar). Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line. 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear the line of water.
Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE 4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Pipe Clamp (CONT.) 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve. Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely.
Installation Instructions 9 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR NOTES: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. • We recommend installing a water filter if your water supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen of the refrigerator’s water valve. Install it in the water line near the refrigerator.
Installation Instructions 1 INSTALLING THE WATER LINE 11 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall. (CONT.) 12 START THE ICEMAKER On power switch models, set the icemaker power switch to the l (on) position. On feeler arm models, move the feeler arm to the ON (down) position.
Installation Instructions 1 BEFORE YOU START 1.1 Unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet. 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR (CONT.) 2.2 With a 5/16″ hex-head socket driver, remove the screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet. 1.2 Empty all door shelves, including the dairy compartment. 2.3 Lift the hinge (and the shim glued to it) straight up to free the hinge pin from the socket in the top of the door and set it aside, along with its screws.
Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING 2 REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR (CONT.) 2.6 Using a Torxdriver, transfer the 2 screws from the opposite side of the cabinet to the screw holes vacated by the top hinge removal. 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR (CONT.) 3 REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR (CONT.) 3.4 Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching surface. 3.5 Using a Torxdriver, transfer the two screws from the opposite side of the cabinet to the screw holes vacated by the center hinge removal. 3.
Installation Instructions 4 REVERSING THE HARDWARE 4.1 Remove the base grille (if your refrigerator has one) by pulling it straight out. 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES 5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle 5.1.1 Remove the bottom cap by pushing it toward the bottom of the door, and remove the screw underneath. Remove the two screws holding the handle to the top of the door. Top 4.
Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING 5 REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES (CONT.) 5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle (cont.) 5.1.4 With tape-tipped putty knife or thinblade screwdriver, pry out the plug button from the hinge hole on the left side of the door and insert it into the hole on the opposite side that was vacated by removal of the top hinge. (CONT.) 5.2 Transfer door stop (cont.) 5.2.2 Move any screws from the left end to the right end. Right Side Plug Button 5.
Installation Instructions 5.4 Transfer Freezer Door Handle 5.4.1 Remove the screw holding the handle to the top of the door and the two screws holding the handle to the bottom of the door. TOP Top 5.4 Transfer Freezer Door Handle (cont.) 5.4.4 Transfer the door stop as shown on the preceding page. 5.4.5 Attach the handle to the right edge of the door with screws at top and bottom, using bottom holes vacated by removal of the door stop screws. BOTTOM Bottom 5.4.2 Remove the handle. 5.4.
Installation Instructions 2 REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.) 6 REHANGING THE DOORS 6 REHANGING THE DOORS (CONT.) 6.1 Rehang the fresh food door 6.2 Rehang the freezer door 6.1.1 Lower the fresh food door onto the bottom hinge pin. Be sure the washer is in place on the pin. Hinge Pin Plastic Washer 6.2.1 Lower the freezer door onto the center hinge pin. Be sure the washer and spacer are in place on the pin. Center Hinge Pin Plastic Washer and Spacer 6.1.
www.Hotpoint.com Newer refrigerators sound different from older refrigerators. Modern refrigerators have more features and use newer technology. Do you hear what I hear? These sounds are normal. ■ The new high efficiency compressor may run faster and longer than your old refrigerator and you may hear a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound while it is operating. ■ You may hear a whooshing sound when the doors close. This is due to pressure equalizing within the refrigerator.
Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Refrigerator does not operate Refrigerator in defrost cycle. • Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end. Temperature control dial in 0 position. • Move the temperature control dial to a temperature setting. Refrigerator is unplugged.
Automatic icemaker does not work (on some models) Icemaker power switch is not on. •On power switch models, set the power switch to the I (on) position. On feeler arm models, move the feeler arm to the ON (down) position. Water supply turned off or not connected. •See Installing the water line. Freezer compartment too warm. •Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool down. Piled up cubes in the storage bin cause the icemaker to shut off. •Level cubes by hand.
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Notes.
Safety Instructions Notes.
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Notes.
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All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at www.Hotpoint.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. We Will Replace: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
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