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Refrigerator Location

Clearances

Do not 

 refrigerator where

Do install it on a floor strong

A11ow the following clearances for

temperature will go below 

enough to support a 

 loaded

ease of 

 and proper air

because it will not run often

refrigerator.

circulation.

enough to maintain proper

The location of your refrigerator is

Sides .................................3/4”

temperatures.

important. Avoid locating it next to

Top.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1“

a range, a heating vent or where the

Back. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1“

sun will shine directly on it.

Rollers and Leveling Legs

Leveling legs near each front
comer of the refrigerator 
adjustable. They 

 position

the refrigerator and prevent it from
moving when the doors are opened.
Leveling legs should 

 set so the

front of the refrigerator is raised

just enough that the doors close

 when opened about halfway.

Turn the leveling 

 clockwise

to raise the refrigerator,
counterclockwise to lower it.

Rollers  next to the leveling legs

 you to move the refrigerator

away from the 

 for cleaning.

Turn the legs counterclockwise until
the weight of the 

 is

transferred from them to the rollers.
After 

 the 

 back

into place, turn the legs clockwise
until the legs again bear the weight
of the refrigerator.

Water Supply to Icemaker 

(on some models)

If your refrigerator has an icemaker, or if you plan to add an 

 later,

the icemaker will have to be connected to a cold water line. There should be

sufficient tubing for the icemaker from the cold water supply to allow
moving the refrigerator out from the wall several feet (approximately 8 feet
of 1/4” copper tubing in three 10-inch diameter 

 A water supply kit is

available at extra cost from your 

 

Preparing to Move

Disconnect the power cord from the 

 outlet,

remove all food and clean and dry the interior.

Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves, storage
drawers and ice trays by taping them securely in place
to prevent damage, and raise the leveling legs.

Be sure the refrigerator stays in an 

upright position

during actual moving and in the van. The refrigerator
must be secured in the van to prevent movement.
Protect the outside of the refrigerator with a blanket.

Preparing for 

For 

 vacations or absences, shut off power

to the refrigerator, turn the temperature control to the
OFF position, 

 clean the interior with baking soda

solution of one tablespoon of baking soda to one quart
of water. Wipe dry. To prevent odors, leave an open

box of baking soda in refrigerator. Leave the doors open.

For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods and
leave the controls at regular settings. However, if
room temperature is expected to drop below 
follow same instructions as for extended vacations.

If you have an icemaker, set it to the STOP position and
be sure to shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.

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Summary of Contents for 14

Page 1: ...ture Controls 4 14 16 Food Storage Suggestions 8 warranty Back Cover Storage Times 8 Water Filter Accessou 7 modek Icemaker Accessory fit 7 Water Line hstdlation 13 14 hstallation Requirements 12 Adapter Plug 12 Electncd Requirements 12 Extension Cord 12 Grounding 12 Light Bulb Replacement 10 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Problem Solver 15 16 Preparation 11 Clearances 11 Location 11 Rollers and Level...

Page 2: ... will shine directly on it Close the doors as soon as possible particularly in hot humid weather Be sure the doors are closed tightly Before leaving the house or retiring for the night check to be sure the doors haven t been left open accidentdly PORTANT The sides and back will feel warm to the touch when the compressor is running This is normal operation and does not increase energy usage Keep fo...

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Page 4: ...r FRESH FOOD CO ARW SHELWS Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom space your shelves HaM Width Shelves on some models One end of the shelf rests on Note The shelf a molded side wall support a to the right of the bracket on the other end hooks into track is designed a track on the rear cabinet wall to hook into the To remove lift the shelf up at right hand slot front then off the supp...

Page 5: ... when you place food on it or remove food from it To remove the fall width shelves Lifi the rear of the shelf and pull forward To remove a fd tidth sheM when the fresh food compartment door cannot be opened f y Lift the rea of the shelf pull forward and down tilt the shelf and take it out FREEZER CO AR NT S LWS on some models Ice fray Shelf on some models To remove the ice tray shelf Lift the left...

Page 6: ...Rhubarb Blueberries leafy Spinach Carrots Lettuce Tomatoes Celery Parsley ripe As in any refrigerated storage area it is recommended that foods with strong odors be stored wrapped foods such as Broccoli Cabbage Parsnips Brussels Cauliflower Turnips Sprouts Green Onions Low Humidity Drawer on some models This refrigerated drawer is designed to provide lower humidity storage for items such as Apples...

Page 7: ... to the STOP up position when Home water supply is to be off for several hours Ice storage bin is to be removal for a period of time Going away on vacation If ice is not used often old cubes will become cloudy and taste stie and will shrink Empty the ice storage bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water H this is your first icemaker you ll hear occasional sounds that may be unfamiliar They ar...

Page 8: ...duce Covering vegetables with a moist towel helps maintain crispness As a further aid to freshness prepackaged vegetables can be stored in their original wrapping Unfrozen meats f h and podtry Always remove store wrappings Rewrap in foil plastic wrap or wax paper and refrigerate immediately Cheese Wrap well with wax paper or aluminum foil or put in a plastic bag Carefully wrap to expel air and hel...

Page 9: ...nplug refrigerator before cleaning If this is not practicrd wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches lights or controls Apply an appliance wtipolish to the inside surface between the doors Use warm water and baking soda solution about a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water This both cleans and neutrrdizes odors Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry Oth...

Page 10: ...nnel and gently lowering the front into place 3 Replace the drawers Light Bdb Replacement A light bulb and socket are located at the top of the fresh food compartment just behind the temperature control panel To replace the bulb unplug the refrigerator from its electrical outlet unscrew the bulb when cool and replace with same size bulb Q 1 I 1 Behind Refrigerator Be careful moving your refrigerat...

Page 11: ... if you plan to add an icem er later the icemaker will have to be connected to a cold water line There should be sufficient tubing for the icemaker from the cold water supply to allow moving the refrigerator out from the wall several feet approximately 8 feet of 1 4 copper tubing in three 10 inch diameter coiis A water supply kit is available at extra cost from your Hotpoint derder Preparing to Mo...

Page 12: ...ot insulated and the wall outlet is grounded through the v I J a house wiring You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is Insure proper grounding and firm properly grounded connedion exisb men disconnecting the power cord from the II before use adapter always hol the dapter with one hand while me larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larg...

Page 13: ... in many water supply kits Before purchasing make sure a saddletype valve comphes with your local plumbing codes Two 1 4 outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrdes sleeves to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve Eyour efisting water tine has a flared fitting at the end you will need an adapter available at plumbing supply stores to connect the water ti...

Page 14: ...ter filter available at service and parts centers if your water supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen of the refrigerator s water valve hstall it in the water tine near the refrigerator a Remove the plastic fletible cap from the water valve 114 Coooer Tubing b c the tubing tighten the fitdng d Fasten the copper tubing into the clamp provided to hold it in a vertical position You ...

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Page 19: ...provide Braille controls for a variety of Hotpoint appliances and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility To obtain these items free of charge call 800 626 2000 Special Needs Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800 TDBGEAC 800 83 4322 to request information or service SeNice C...

Page 20: ...CARES 800 432 2737 WHAT IS NOT COVERED Service trips to your home to teach Replacement of house fuses or you how to use the product resetting of circuit breakers Read your Use and Care material Failure of the product if it is used If you then have any questions for other than its intended purpose about operating the product please or used commercially contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs of...

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