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User Manual-

Guide de l’Utilisateur-

Manual del Usuario-

Model # 

HCM036EB

Modèle

HCM036EB

Para Modelo de

HCM036EB

Manual Defrost

Chest Freezer

Congelador

Horizontal

De Descongelar Manualmente

Congélateur 

de Type Cuve

Dégivrage Manuel

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Summary of Contents for HCM036EB - 02-01

Page 1: ...ur Manual del Usuario Model HCM036EB Modèle HCM036EB Para Modelo de HCM036EB Manual Defrost Chest Freezer Congelador Horizontal De Descongelar Manualmente Congélateur de Type Cuve Dégivrage Manuel HCM036EBdoc 10 22 01 11 19 AM Page 1 ...

Page 2: ... defrosting your freezer 7 If your old freezer is not being used we recommend that you remove the doors This will reduce the possibility of danger to children 8 After your freezer 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 which have been thawed completely...

Page 3: ... to obtain warranty service English English 2 10 This freezer should not be recessed or built in an enclosed cabinet It is designed for freestanding installation only 11 Do not operate your freezer in the presence of explosive fumes For Future Reference Please SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER Risk of child entrapment Before you throw away your old freezer take off the door Leave the shelves in place...

Page 4: ...ments 6 Freezer Features And Use 7 Operating Your Freezer 7 General Features 7 Food Storage Baskets 8 Defrosting And Draining 8 Food Storage Information 9 Normal Operating Sounds 9 Proper Freezer Care and Cleaning 10 Cleaning and Maintenance 10 Power Interruptions 11 Vacation and Moving Care 11 Troubleshooting 12 Warranty Information 14 English 3 HCM036EBdoc 10 22 01 11 19 AM Page 4 ...

Page 5: ...es 1 Temperature Control Adjustment 2 Power On Indicator green switch 3 1 Vinyl Coated Wire Basket 4 Interior Drain Plug see insert 5 Exterior Drain Plug 1 English English 4 2 3 4 5 HCM036EBdoc 10 22 01 11 19 AM Page 5 ...

Page 6: ...an a 45 degree angle This could damage the compressor and the sealed system If the freezer is tilted let it stand in an upright position for at least 24 hours prior to plugging This is to allow the refrigerant to settle To assure your freezer 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 connect...

Page 7: ...no effective grounding for the freezer and may result in shock hazard Do not install your freezer in any location not properly insulated or heated e g garage etc Your freezer was not designed to operate in temperature settings below 55 Fahrenheit Select a suitable location for the freezer on a hard even surface away from direct sunlight or heat source e g radiators baseboard heaters cooking applia...

Page 8: ... any period of time wait 24 hours before plugging the unit in English 7 Once the freezer is in its proper place plug it in an electrical outlet having 115 volts and 15 amps Set the temperature on the temperature control knob I being the warmest and III being the coldest Initially set the temperature on II Place food inside the freezer green light will come on indicating that the freezer is in oper...

Page 9: ...sting usually takes a few hours To defrost faster keep the freezer door open For draining place a tray beneath the outer drain plug Pull out the drain dial see fig 2b and rotate it so that the arrow points down ward This will let the water flow out into the tray When done push the drain dial in and turn the arrow to the up position Re plug the drain plug inside the freezer compartment Note monitor...

Page 10: ...result in the drying out of the improperly packaged food Follow package or container instructions for proper storage Packaging Recommendations Plastic containers with air tight lids Heavy duty aluminum foil Plastic wrap made from saran film Self sealing plastic bags Do not refreeze defrosted thawed foods It is recommended that the freezing date be marked on the packaging Food Storage Information B...

Page 11: ...with warm water Use sponge or soft cloth dampened with the cleaning solution to wipe down your freezer 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 freezer Clean door gaskets every three months according to ge...

Page 12: ...d or thawed food in freezer Clean freezer before reusing For long vacations or absences empty food from freezer move the temperature DIAL to the OFF position and clean the door gaskets according to General cleaning section Prop door open so air can circulate inside When moving always move the freezer vertically Do not move with the unit lying down Possible damage to the sealed system could occur P...

Page 13: ...e 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 Freezer runs too frequently This may be normal to maintain constant temperature during high temperature and humid days The door may have been opened frequently or for an extended period of time Check gasket for proper seal ...

Page 14: ...d this period only parts are covered in the remain ing 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 Dam...

Page 15: ...ontacter 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 SE...

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