Haier HR-245U User's Manual
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1. If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable discard it The food may be dangerous to eat Even partial thawing and re freezing reduce the eating quality of foods particularly fruits vegetables and prepared foods The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of its eating quality as you can 10 This refrigerator should not be recessed or built in an enclosed cabinet It is designed for freestanding installation only 11 Do not operate your refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes TroubleShooting Refrigerator Does Not Operate e Check thermostat control is not in the OFF position e Check refrigerator is plugged in Check there is power at the ac outlet by checking the circuit breaker e Wait for 30 40 minutes to see whether refrigerator will start It may be in defrost mode and must complete this cycle before Compressor starts to operate Food temperature appears too warm e Frequent door openings e Allow time for recently added warm food to reach fresh food or freezer temperature e Check gaskets for proper seal e Clean condenser coils for models with exposed condenser coils e Adjust temperature control to colder setting e Check freezer compartment for air duct blockage from frozen food packages Food temperature is too cold e If temperature control setting is too cold adjust to a warmer se2. installation section 3 Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grasp the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet A Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abra sion damage along its length the plug or the connector end 5 Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or before making any repairs Note f for any reason this product requires service we strongly recommend that a certified technician performs the service 6 Do not use any electrical device or any sharp instrument in defrosting your refrigerator 7 If your old refrigerator is not being used we recommend that you remove the doors This will reduce the possibility of danger to children 8 After your refrigerator 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 The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No 69 reads You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold below 40 F ell Thawed ground meats poultry or fish that have any off odor or off color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten Thawed ice cream should be discarded
3. Haier HR 245U 0060510104 Parts And Features 6 1 FreezerComparment 2 Thermostat 3 Shelves 4 VegetableBin 5 Refrigerator Door 6 Dairy Box 7 Bottle Shelf NOTE Notall features are on all models MODEL HR 245U Net Weight 56kg 12Month s Guarantee YES Automatic Interior Light YES Capacity 202L Lock YES Voltage Frequehcy 220V 50Hz Adjustable Feet YES Total Input Power 120W Adjustable thermostat YES Refrigerant R134a 68g Drain Facility YES Note All capacities are gross Haier reserves the right to change specifications as part of its policy of continuous improvement HR 245US WIRING DIAGRAM CAPACITOR a re THERMOSTAT i m 03 D a 06 94 9 3 LEAD ASSY x Z E O lt OT Es 9 a BLUE HEATER SWITCH m i z oO lt x a j o d N JE L 2 N E L 1 21019 uw Z alg a z a PLUG ue 12 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Read all of the instructions before using this appliance When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following 1 Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care guide 2 This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before it is used See grounding instructions in the
4. ckaging or rewrap as necessary Follow the suggestions below for safe storage e Chicken 1 2 Days e Ground Beef 1 2 Days e Cold Cuts 3 5 Days e Steaks Roasts 3 5 Days e Smoked Cured Meats 7 10 Days e All others 1 2 Days If longer periods of storage are required store immediately in the freezer section Refrigerator Features And Use General Features Adjustable temperature dial Your refrigerator will automatically main tain the temperature level you select The temperature control dial has 7 settings plus off 1 is the warmest 7 is the cold est Turning the dial to OFF stops cooling in both the refrigeration and freezer sec tions At first set the dial to 4 and allow 24 hours to pass before adjusting the temperature to your needs Note If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of time wait 24 hours before plugging the unit in When the ambient temperature is below 16 C please turn on the low tem perature compensation switch If not please turn it off Refrigerator Section Interior Light Your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic interior light in the fresh food section for you to easily locate your food Refrigerator Interior Shelves The refrigerator shelves of your refrigerator were designed with you in mind Their varied adjustability allows you to satisfy your per sonal storage needs Only your model purchase and your imagination limit the possibi
5. ctice since it provides no effective grounding for the refrigerator and may result in shock hazard Install Limitations e Do not install your refrigerator in any location not properly insulated or heated e g garage etc Your refrigerator was not designed to operate in temperature settings below 55 Fahrenheit e Select a suitable location for the refrigerator on a hard even surface away from direct sunlight or heat source e g radiators baseboard heaters cooking appliances etc Any floor unevenness should be corrected with the leveling legs located on the front bottom corners of the refrigera tor WARNING The plug should be reachable by user after the appliance is positioned If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its authorized service agent The appliance must be properly earthen grounded especially in a place of thick moisture Frozen Food e Proper freezer storage requires correct packaging All foods must be in pack ages which do not allow the flow of air or moisture in or out Improper stor age will result in odor and taste transfer and will result in the drying out of the improperly packaged food e Follow package or container instructions for proper storage e Packaging Recommendations Plastic containers with air tight lids Heavy duty aluminum foil Plastic wrap made from saran film Self sealing plastic bags e Do not refreeze defrosted thawed foods e It is recommended that the fr
6. door gaskets every three months according to general instructions Gaskets must be kept clean and pliable to assure a proper seal e Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of gaskets will keep the gasket pliable and assure a good seal Light Bulb Replacement 1 Switch off power to refrigerator 2 Allow light bulb to cool before removing 3 Remove bulb by screwing it out counter clockwise 4 Always replace with appliance type light bulb rated at 15 watts or lesser wattage 5 Do not exceed the 15 watts rating at any time Power Interruptions e Occasionally there may be power interruptions due to thunderstorms or other causes Remove the power cord from AC outlet when a power outage occurs When power has been restored replug power cord to AC outlet If outage is for a prolonged period inspect and discard spoiled or thawed food in freezer and refrigerator Clean refrigerator before reusing Vacation and Moving Care e For long vacations or absences empty food from refrigerator and freezer move the temperature DIAL to the OFF position and clean the refrigerator and door gaskets according to General cleaning section Prop doors open so air can circulate inside When moving always move the refrigera tor vertically Do not move with the unit lying down Possible damage to the sealed system could occur 10 Installing Your Refrigerator Unpacking Your Refrigerator 1 Remove all packaging material This includes
7. eezing date be marked on the packaging Normal Operating Sounds You May Hear e The fan circulating air inside the interior of your unit to maintain the temperature you have selected e Boiling water gurgling sounds or slight vibrations that are the result of the refrigerant circulating through the cooling coils e Sizzling or popping sounds resulting from frost melting during the defrost cycle and dripping on the defrost heater e The sound of dripping water as ice melts from the evaporator and flows into the drip pan during the defrost cycle e Cracking or popping sound caused by the expansion and or contraction of the cooling coils during the defrost cycle e The thermostat control will click when it cycles on and off Proper Refrigerator Care and Cleaning Cleaning and Maintenance Warning To avoid electric shock always unplug your refrigerator before cleaning Ignoring this warning may result in death or injury Caution Before using cleaning products always read and follow manu facturer s instructions and warnings to avoid personal injury or product damage Defrosting the freezer After a period of operation a layer of frost will form on the surface of the freezer Additional electricity will be consumed if this layer becomes too thick The defrosting process must be carried out when a thick layer of frost has been formed To defrost the freezer first disconnect the power by unplugging the refrigera tor and then rem
8. f until it is locked in place in the refrigerator door brackets Defrosting the cold storage com partment Water outlet The cold storage compartment is designed for automatic defrosting Frost formed on the back wall will melt and iow via the drain a pipe to the evaporating container over the compressor on the back of the refrigerator where the heat generated by the compressor will evaporate the water see fig 5 cleaning rod fig 5 Caution Always keep the drain over the vegetable and fruit tray clear to ensure the normal flow of defrosted wa er Use the rod provided to clear any blockages
9. lities To remove or adjust a full width slide out shelf see fig 1 1 Gently tilt the shelf up and slide forward until the shelf has been completely removed 2 To replace the shelf select the desired setting and gently slide the shelf back until it rests in the locking position Tse Ss fig 1 Crisper and Crisper Cover To remove and install the crisper see fig 2 1 Grip the crisper firmly and slide out completely 2 Replace the crisper by placing the crisper properly and gently sliding it back into place fig 2 To remove the crisper cover see fig 3 1 First remove both crispers 2 Carefully grasp the crisper cover and slide out to remove fig 3 To replace the crisper cover 1 Insert the rear of the crisper cover into the support bracket on the side walls of the refrigerator 2 Slide the crisper cover into place 3 Replace the crispers as previously instructed door shelves Refrigerator Door Shelves To remove refrigerator door shelves see fig 5 1 Remove all items stored on the shelf 2 Gently push up each side until the shelf is clear of the door shelf brackets and then remove fig 4 To replace refrigerator door shelves see fig 4 1 Align the ends of the shelves with the door shelf brackets 2 Carefully push down on each end of the door shel
10. ove any food from the refrigerator and place it in a cool place Use a plastic defrosting tool After ice and frost are melted wipe up the inside of the freezer compart ment Caution Never use a metal tool or electrical heater for defrosting After the defrosting is completed plug in the refrigerator and it starts opera tion again Food Storage Information Fresh Food e When storing fresh food which is not prepackaged be sure to wrap or store food in airtight and moisture proof material unless otherwise noted This will ensure proper shelf life and prevent the transfer of odors and tastes e Wipe containers before storing to avoid needless spills e Eggs should be stored in an upright position in their original carton to maxi mize shelf lite e Fruit should be washed and dried then stored in a crisper set for low humidity If you do not have humidity controlled crispers place the items in sealed plastic bags before storing in the crisper e Vegetables with skins should be stored in plastic bags or containers and stored in crisper with low humidity setting e Leafy vegetables should be washed and drained and then stored in plastic bags or containers in crisper with high humidity setting e Hot food should be allowed to cool before storing in the refrigeration This will prevent unnecessary energy use e Fresh seafood Jovid be used the same day as purchased e When storing meats in the fresh food section keep in the original pa
11. the foam base and all adhesive tape holding the refrigerator accessories inside and outside Slide out and remove plastic or foam guard used to secure the compressor from shipping damage due to vibration and shock 2 Inspect and remove any remains of packing tape or printed materials before powering on the refrigerator Adjusting Your Refrigerator Leveling Your Refrigerator e Your refrigerator has two leveling legs which are located in the front corners of your refrigerator After properly placing your refrigerator in its final position you can level your refrigerator e Leveling legs can be adjusted by turning them clockwise to raise your refrigerator or by turning them counterclockwise to lower your refrigerator The refrigerator door will close easier when the leveling legs are raised Proper Air Circulation e To assure your refrigerator 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 connections e The following are recommended clearances around the refrigerator Sides 0000 3 4 19mm lol oe ent 2 50mm Back 2 50mm 3 Electrical Requirement e Make sure there is a suitable power Outlet 220 volts 15 amps outlet with proper grounding to power the refrigerator e Avoid the use of three plug adapters or cutting off the third grounding in order to accommodate a two plug outlet This is a dangerous pra
12. tting and allow sev eral hours for temperature to adjust Refrigerator runs too frequently e This may be normal to maintain constant temperature during high temperature and humid days e Doors may have been opened frequently or for an extended period of time e Clean condenser coils e Check gasket for proper seal e Check to see if doors are completely closed Moisture build up on interior or exterior of the refrigerator e This is normal during high humidity periods e Prolonged or frequent door openings e Check door gaskets for proper seal Refrigerator has an odor e Interior needs cleaning e Foods improperly wrapped or sealed are giving off odors Refrigerator light does not work e Check power supply e Tighten bulb in socket Replace burned out bulb Refrigerator door does not shut properly e Level the refrigerator e Re align refrigerator door e Check for blockages e g food containers crisper cover shelves bins etc 11 English General e Prepare a cleaning solution of 3 4 tablespoons of baking soda mixed with warm water Use sponge or soft cloth dampened with the cleaning solution to wipe down your refrigerator e Rinse with clean warm water and dry with a soft cloth e 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 refrigerator Door Gaskets Clean
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