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www .Hotpoint.com R efr igerators T op-Freezer 162D6747P008 39-60395 11-05 JR Safety Instr uctions . . . . . . . . . .2–4 Operating Instr uctions Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Automatic Icemaker . . . . . . . . . .10 Controls . . . . .
IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. W ARNING! Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’ s Manual.
3 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions www .Hotpoint.com USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord.
4 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. W ARNING! HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the controls on the refrigerator . www .Hotpoint.com Control Settings Initially , set the control(s) at 5 (some models have only one control).
6 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the shelves and bins. Not all features are on all models. Some models have wire shelves that can be adjusted in the same manner . Rearranging the Shelves Shelves in the refrigerator and freezer compartments are adjustable.
7 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Non-Adjustable Shelves on the Door Detachable shelves deepen and enclose fixed door shelves, providing more storage room and greater storage flexibility .
8 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Adjustable Humidity Crisper (on some models) Slide the control all the way to the HIGH setting to provide high humidity recommended for most vegetables.
Removing the glass cover Removing the frame Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 9 About the additional features. Not all features are on all models. ShelfSaver ™ Rack This slide-out rack holds twelve cans of soda or two wine/water bottles (lengthwise).
10 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Icemaker Feeler Arm Power Switch Green Power Light Feeler Arm in the STOP (up) position Feeler Arm in the ON (down) position Feeler arm model Power switch model There are 2 types of icemakers: About the automatic icemaker .
Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 11 Care and cleaning of the refrigerator . www .Hotpoint.com Cleaning the Outside The door handles and trim. Clean with a cloth dampened with soapy water .
12 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Some models have only one light. Care and cleaning of the refrigerator . Preparing for V acation For long vacations or absences, remove food and unplug the refrigerator .
BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instr uctions completely and carefully . • IMPORT ANT – Save these instructions for local inspector’ s use. • IMPORT ANT – Obser ve all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer .
INST ALLING THE W A TER LINE (ON SOME MODELS) Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2, WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount of tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines are GE SmartConnect ™ Refrigerator T ubing (WX08X10002, WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and WX08X10025).
• A GE water supply kit (containing tubing, shutoff valve and fittings listed below) is available at extra cost from your dealer or from Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. • A cold water supply . The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p.s.
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.
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. The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C) or below .
REVERSING THE DOOR SWING When reversing the door swing: • Read the instructions all the way through before starting. • Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint. • Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using them in the wrong places.
Installation Instructions REMOVE THE REFRIGERA TOR DOOR 2 T ape the door shut with masking tape. Remove the center hinge pin with a 3/8 ″ socket and ratchet. Remove the tape and tilt the door away from the cabinet. Remove and save the washer on the hinge pin.
Installation Instructions TRANSFER BOTTOM HINGE BRACKET TO THE LEFT For models with a base grille, remove it by grasping it about 6 ″ from each end and pulling its bottom edge toward you. Using a T orx ® driver , move the bottom hinge bracket and plastic washer from the right side to the left side.
Installation Instructions TRANSFER REFRIGERA TOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT T o remove the handle: Remove the plug button by carefully prying under the edge with a putty knife. Remove the exposed screw holding the handle. 7 Remove the two screws holding the handle to the top of the door .
REHANG THE REFRIGERA TOR DOOR Lower the refrigerator door onto the bottom hinge pin. Installation Instructions TRANSFER FREEZER DOOR HANDLE TO THE RIGHT Remove the screws holding the handle to the top and bottom of the door . Remove handle. 8 Move the plug button on the right side of the door to the handle screw hole on the left side.
23 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions HUMMM... WHOOSH... ■ 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.
24 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Before you call for service… T roubleshooting T ips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.
25 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions www .Hotpoint.com Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Automatic icemaker Icemaker power switch is • On power switch models, set the power switch to the (on some models) not on.
Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 26 Problem Possible Causes What T o Do Hot air from bottom Normal air flow cooling of refrigerator motor . In the refrigeration process, it is normal that heat be expelled in the area under the refrigerator .
27 General Electric Company W ar ranty Registration Depar tment P .O. Box 32150 Louisville, KY 40232-2150 GE Ser vice Protection Plus ™ GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability .
Consumer Pr oduct Ownership Registration Important Mail T oday! GE Appliance s GE Consumer & Industrial Appliances General Electric Company Louisville, KY 40225 ge.com First Name Mr . ■ ■ Ms. ■ ■ Mrs. ■ ■ Miss ■ ■ Street Address City State Date Placed In Use Month Day Y ear Zip Code Apt.
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31 Consumer Support T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Refrigerator W arranty . (For customers in the United States) For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Y ear Any part of the refrigerator which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
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