Installation and User Manual Manuel d’installation et d’utilisation Manual de instalación y del usuario HFC9204ACW HFC1104ACW HFC1504ACW Manual Defrost Chest Freezer Congélateur bahut à dégivrage manuel Congelador horizontal de descongelación manual Part # 0570000004 REV A
TABLE OF CONTENTS FREEZER SAFETY................................................................................................. 2 PARTS AND FEATURES........................................................................................ 5 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS.......................................................................... 6 Tools and Parts................................................................................................................ 6 Location Requirements..................
FREEZER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER,” “WARNING” or “CAUTION.” These words mean: DANGER An imminently hazardous situation.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the freezer, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Use this appliance only for • • • • • • • • • • • its intended purpose as described in this user manual. This freezer must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used. See grounding instructions in the installation section. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
State of California Proposition 65 Warnings: WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD REFRIGERATED APPLIANCE WARNING Suffocation Hazard Remove doors or lid from your old freezer or refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.
PARTS AND FEATURES a b c d e f i h a Handle b Light c Removable Wire Basket (2) d Security Lock (with key) e Power Indicator (green light) f Alarm Indicator (red light) g h g Temperature Control h Casters i Models HFC9204 and HFC1104 (4) - 2 Locking Model HFC1540 (6) - 3 Locking Exterior Drain Plug 5
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS TOOLS AND PARTS TOOLS NEEDED • Carpenter’s Level PARTS PROVIDED • • Handle Screws (4) • Screwdriver Caster Screws (4 or 6 depending on model) • • • Handle Casters (4 or 6 depending on model) Key LOCATION REQUIREMENTS WARNING Explosion and Fire Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from appliance. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire. IMPORTANT: • This freezer is designed for freestanding installation only.
Recommended Clearances: 4" (10.2 cm) Do Not BlockTop 4" (10.2 cm) 4" (10.2 cm) • Your freezer is designed for use in a location where the temperature ranges from a minimum of 55°F (13°C) to a maximum of 110°F (43°C). • It is recommended that you do not install the freezer in direct sunlight or near a heat source e.g. radiators, baseboard heaters, cooking appliances etc. • Place the freezer on a hard, even floor that is strong enough to support it fully loaded.
FREEZER INSTALLATION STEP 1 - UNPACK FREEZER The following warning is for models HFC9204ACW and HFC1104ACW only: WARNING Fire or Explosion Hazard Do not puncture refrigerant tubing. Follow handling instructions carefully. Flammable refrigerant used. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire. IMPORTANT: Handle with care when moving freezer to avoid either damaging the refrigerant tubing or increasing the risk of a leak. 1. Remove and dispose of/recycle all packing materials.
a a Caster Lock 3. Orient each caster so that the hole in the caster mounting plate will align with the hole located in each corner of the cabinet bottom. NOTES: • • Make sure the casters with locks are installed on the front of the freezer. reezer models with 6 casters - Install a caster to each of the four corners, F and also install a caster in the center front and center back of the freezer. 4. Slide each caster into the caster brackets until the holes align.
STEP 3 - INSTALL HANDLE 1. Position the handle on the front of the lid so that the flat side is up and the notched side is down. 2. Using the four handle screws (provided), fasten the handle to the front edge of the freezer lid. a a Handle Screws 3. Insert one end of the handle cover into the handle holder. 4. Insert the other end of handle cover into the handle holder, and then press the cover into the handle holder.
FREEZER USE CONTROL The control, located on the front of the freezer cabinet, is an adjustable dial with Temperature settings ranging from 1 (Least Cold) to 7 (Coldest), and Off. The Power On Light (green) indicates that the freezer is properly connected to electrical power. The light glows even when the temperature is turned to OFF. 3 4 5 2 POWER ALARM 6 1 OFF 7 1. Turn the temperature control dial to 4 (Recommended Setting). 2. Allow the freezer to cool for several hours before adding food.
FREEZER LOCK AND KEY IMPORTANT: • Store the freezer key in a location away from the freezer and not easily accessible to children. • The freezer lock is spring loaded. The freezer key must be manually held in the lock to either lock or unlock the freezer. To Lock/Unlock the Freezer: Close the freezer lid, insert the key, push in and turn the key to lock. To unlock, insert the key, push in and turn the key in the opposite direction.
FREEZER CARE CLEANING WARNING Explosion Hazard Use nonflammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire. IMPORTANT: Do not use harsh chemicals, ammonia, chlorine bleach, concentrated detergent, solvents, abrasives or metal scouring pads to clean your freezer inside or out. They can damage and/or discolor the freezer finish. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug your appliance or disconnect power before cleaning.
DOOR GASKETS Gaskets must be kept clean and pliable to assure a proper seal. • Clean door gaskets every 3 months with solution of baking soda and warm water. • Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of gaskets will keep the gasket pliable and assure a good seal. DEFROSTING AND DRAINING The following warning is for models HFC9204ACW and HFC1104ACW only: DANGER Fire or Explosion Hazard Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use mechanical devices to defrost freezer.
WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove the ground prong from the power cord plug. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to do so can result in death, fire or electrical shock. 4. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. 5. Reset the temperature control to your preferred setting. 6. Return the food into the freezer. LIGHT IMPORTANT: Your freezer is equipped with LED lighting. The LED light is designed to last for the life of your freezer.
REINSTALLING/USING FREEZER AGAIN If the freezer has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of time wait 24 hours before plugging in the freezer to allow the refrigerant to settle. 1. Clean Freezer. See “Cleaning.“ 2. Move freezer to desired location. Check that it is level and shim, if necessary. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove the ground prong from the power cord plug. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) SOLUTION Compressor runs too frequently The room is hot and/or humid. This may be normal to maintain constant freezer temperature during high temperature and humid days. The freezer door is ajar. Completely close the freezer door. The door gasket is not sealing properly. Clean the door gasket. See “Cleaning.” Frequent or prolonged door openings. Limit door openings to maintain the internal temperature of the freezer. The freezer door is blocked open.
LIMITED WARRANTY IN-HOME SERVICE FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For 12 months from the date of original retail purchase, Haier will repair or replace any part free of charge including labor that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. Haier may replace or repair at their sole discretion any part, sub system including the entire product. Product must be accessible, without encumbrance and installed properly to receive warranty repair service.
