GE CSX24D Refrigerator User Manual
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1. ice amp water dispenser CHILLED WATER ICE CUBES CSX22 eGrip glass or other container near the rim and press rim gently but firmly against the rubber cushioned cradle To Dispense Ice and Water CSX24 e For ice simply position glass beneath words ICE CUBES For water position glass beneath words CHILLED WATER ice amp water dispenser GHT CHILLED Wa eGrip glass or other container gently near the rim and press rim firmly against ice or water dispenser cradle When Dispensing Water The water system provides approximately six successive 6 ounce glassfuls after which several hours must be allowed for replenished water reservoir supply to cool You probably will not drain all the chilled water from the reservoir on a single occasion The first glass of water dispensed may be warmer than the following ones This is normal Dispensed water is chilled not iced For colder water simply add ice before dispensing water continued next page S 198M PAYO XV 9 JIA II Tosusds q 1938M PANA X NJ Ice amp Chilled Water Dispenser continued To Stop Dispensing Release pressure from cradle and withdraw slowly to catch last ice cubes or drops of water Some slight dripping may occur following dispensing of chilled water If excessive the spill should be wiped dry immediately Do not pour water in spill shelf because it is not self draining pour i2. 2 Pull shelf sideways until rods come out of holes on left wall To replace shelves Insert rods into holes Then while pressing tabs lower shelf into grooves in supports Be sure shelf wire is fully inserted into grooves Storage Drawers Convertible Meat Keeper The Convertible Meat Pan drawer has its own cold air duct to allow a stream of cold air from the freezer compartment to flow around the drawer The variable temperature control regulates the air flow from the freezer compartment I AS I gt Ga i f l 7 l j 4 il sll f UAE ji i Set control lever to MEATS the coldest setting to store fresh meats If lever is left in MEATS position for a long period of time some frost may form on the inside of the drawer Set control lever to VEGETABLES to convert the drawer to normal refrigerator temperature and provide extra vegetable storage space Cold air duct is turned off Variable settings between these extremes can be selected Sealed amp fresh Drawer This refrigerated drawer is designed to keep unwrapped foods fresh by retaining the natural moisture content of foods such as e Artichokes e Cherries e Plums eAsparagus Corn e Radishes e Beets topped e Currants e Rhubarb e Blueberries Greens leafy e Spinach e Carrots e Lettuce Tomatoes e Celery Parsley ripe e Peas green As in any refrigerated storage area it is recommended that odo
3. MODEL CSX22 1 Unplug refrigerator 2 Remove shelf that s just below light shield Shelf will be easier to remove if it is emptied first 3 Pull plastic light shield toward you It will bend to free tabs from grooves 4 Replace bulb with same size bulb 5 Reinstall shield and shelf 6 Plug in refrigerator When you goon vacation For extended vacations or absences shut off power to refrigerator turn the numbered control to OFF clean interior with baking soda solution of one tablespoon of soda to one quart of water Wipe dry To prevent odors leave open box of soda in refrigerator Leave doors open For shorter vacations remove perishable foods and leave controls at regular settings However if room temperature is expected to drop below 60 F follow same instructions as for extended vacations Move icemaker feeler arm to OFF up position and be sure to shut off water supply to the refrigerator When you move Disconnect power cord from wall outlet remove all food and clean and dry the interior Secure all loose items such as grille shelves and storage pans by taping them securely in place to prevent damage Be sure refrigerator stays in upright position during actual moving and in van Refrigerator must be secured in van to prevent movement Protect outside of refrigerator with blanket A Questions Use This Problem Solver Ss E PROBLEM REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT
4. 7 1to2 Ham Half 3 to 5 1to2 Ham Slices 3 1to2 Luncheon Meats 3 to 5 Freezing Sausage Smoked 7 not recom Sausage Dry amp Semi Dry 14 to 21 mended Cooked Meats Cooked Meats and Meat Dishes 3 to 4 2 to 3 Gravy amp Meat Broth 1 to 2 2 to 3 Fresh Poultry Chicken amp Turkey Whole 1 to 2 2 Chicken Pieces 1 to 2 9 Turkey Pieces 1 to 2 6 Duck amp Goose Whole 1 to 2 6 Giblets 1 to 2 3 Cooked Poultry pieces Covered with Broth 1 to 2 6 Pieces Not Covered 3 to 4 1 Cooked Poultry Dishes 3 to 4 4 to 6 Fried Chicken 3 to 4 4 Other than for meats amp poultry Freezer Most fruits and vegetables 8 12 months Lean fish a 6 8 months Fatty fish rolls and breads soups stew casseroles 2 3 months Cakes pies sandwiches left overs cooked Ice cream original carton 1 month max New techniques are constantly being developed Consult the College or County Extension Service or your local Utility Company for the latest information on freezing and storing foods U S Department of Agriculture Meats fish and poultry purchased from the store vary in quality and age consequently safe storage time in your refrigerator will vary To store unfrozen meats fish and poultry e Always remove store wrappings e Rewrap in foil film or wax paper and refrigerate immediately To store cheese wrap well with wax paper or aluminum foil or put in a plastic bag e Carefully wrap to e
5. NEXT if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations Hotpoint Appliance Park Louisville Kentucky 40225 FINALLY if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago Illinois 60606 p mr g LZ ge gn a UN he fe YOUR HOTPOINT REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period WHAT IS COVERED FULL ONEWEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the refrigerator that fails because of a manufacturing defect FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY For five years from date of original purchase we will provide free of charge parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the sealed refrigerating system the compressor condenser evaporator and all connecting tubing that fails because of a manufacturing defect LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY For the life of the refrigerator we will replace free of charge any tinted see through storage drawer made from Lexan polycarbonate resin and furnished with the refrigerator if the drawer breaks during normal household use Drawer covers are not included To avoid any trip charges you must take the drawer to
6. Piled up cubes in storage bin may cause icemaker to shut off prematurely With icemaker feeler arm in the OFF up position level cubes in bin eNormal warmth is created by Automatic Energy Saver System circulating warm liquid around front edge of freezer compartment to help prevent condensation on outside of refrigerator in hot humid weather Not unusual for moisture to form on outside of refrigerator during periods of high humidity PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY CUBE DISPENSER e No ice cubes Remove storage bin If cubes are frozen to wire arm remove them DOES NOT WORK MODEL CSX24 e No ice cubes Icemaker turned off or water supply turned off Irregular ice clumps in storage container Breakup as many as you can with fingertip pressure and discard the remaining clumps WATER HAS POOR If water dispenser has not been used for an extended period dispense water in TASTE ODOR regular manner until all water in reservoir is replenished with fresh water Poor tasting incoming water Install water filter see page 8 WATER IN FIRST Allow about 24 hours for water to cool to proper temperature after refrigerator is first GLASS IS WARM installed e If water dispenser has not been used for extended period water in first glass will not be as cool as in succeeding glasses e If water reservoir has been drained allow several hours for replenished supply to chill WATER DISPENSER e Water supply line turned off or not conne
7. freeze meat fish and poultry wrap well in freezer weight foil or other heavy duty wrapping material forming it carefully to the shape of the contents This expels air Fold and crimp ends of the package to provide a good lasting seal Don t refreeze meat that has completely thawed meat whether raw or cooked can be frozen successfully only once Limit freezing of fresh unfrozen meats or seafoods to number of pounds at a time as follows CSX22 325 6 St haat 21 pounds CSX24 6 26 pounds For convenience eStore all like things together This not only saves time but electricity because you can find foods faster Place the oldest items up front so they can be used up promptly e Use shelves on the door for most often used sauces and condiments e Use the meat drawer for meats you do not freeze To save money in energy and food costs e Place most perishable items such as milk cream or cottage cheese toward the rear of the top shelf they will stay coldest in this part of the fresh food compartment eCover moist foods with tight lids plastic film or foil e Leaf vegetables and fruits placed in storage drawers will last longer when stored in closed plastic containers or wrapped in plastic film Do not overload your fresh food or freezer compartment with a lot of warm food at once eOpen the door the fewest times possible to save electrical energy e When going out of town
8. stop turning the thermostat down turn temperature controls back to their regular settings Automatic Energy Saver System You won t find an energy saver switch on this refrigerator Warm liquid from the refrigerator s condenser is automatically circulated around the front edge of the freezer compartment to help keep moisture from forming on the outside of the refrigerator during humid weather Many refrigerators use special electric heaters This refrigerator needs none That s why there is no energy saver switch there s no need for it No Defrosting It is not necessary to defrost the freezer or fresh food compartments Your refrigerator is designed and equipped to defrost itself automatically SJUIWIIMbIY uonejjesuj T g gt ae 2 ga rary A mg me vO Lo Ice amp Chilled Water Dispenser Automatic Icemaker and Ice amp Water Dispenser Your refrigerator has an automatic icemaker and a dispenser that dispenses chilled water and ice cubes through the freezer compartment door Here s how they work Water flows from household supply through dual solenoid valve 1 to water reservoir 2 and to automatic icemaker 3 as needed Water is frozen in cube mold 4 and ejected into storage bin 5 where a motor powered auger moves cubes forward to dispensing unit When you set the selector switch on front of freezer c
9. ADA ET here Fig 2 a BEFORE USE The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord CAUTION Attaching an adapter ground terminal to wall outlet cover screw does not ground an appliance unless cover screw is metal and not insulated and wall outlet is grounded through house wiring You should have circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter always hold the adapter with one hand If this is not done the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use Should the adapter ground terminal break DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established Use of Extension Cords Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However if you still elect to use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes minimum and 120 volts The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet 115 volt 60 Hertz or 100 volt 50 Hertz single phase AC This is recommended for best performance and to prevent overloading hous
10. OPERATE MOTOR OPERATES FOR LONG PERIODS MOTOR STARTS amp STOPS FREQUENTLY VIBRATION OR RATTLING OPERATING SOUNDS DOOR NOT CLOSING PROPERLY POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY e May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 30 minutes e Temperature control in OFF position elf interior light is not on refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet elf plug is secure and the refrigerator still fails to operate plug a lamp or a small appliance into the same outlet to determine if there is a tripped circuit breaker or burned out fuse e Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger freezer compartment require more operating time eNormal when refrigerator is first delivered to your home usually requires 24 hours to completely cool down eLarge amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be cooled or frozen eHot weather frequent door openings e Door left open e Temperature controls are set too cold Refer to page 5 eGrille and condenser need cleaning Refer to page 13 eCheck ENERGY SAVING TIPS on page 2 e Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain even temperatures elf refrigerator vibrates more than likely it is not resting solidly on the floor and front roller screws need adjusting or floor is weak or uneven Refer to ROLLERS on page 4 elf dishes vibrate on shelves try moving them Slight vibration is normal e Defrost water pan rattling needs to be position
11. a Hotpoint Appliance Parts Mart and pick up a replacement This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for ordinary home use in the 48 mainland states Hawaii and Washington D C In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service technician s travel costs to your home All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care servicers during normal working hours Look in the White or Yellow Pages of your telephone directory for HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or HOTPOINT CUSTOMER CARE SERVICE WHAT IS NOT COVERED e Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service elmproper installation If you have an installation problem contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical plumbing and other connecting facilities Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers e Failure of the product if it is used for other than its intended purpose or used commerciall
12. adily accessible For best results use a brush specially designed for this purpose It is available at most appliance parts stores This easy cleaning operation Condenser Defrost Water Pan Pan beNindithase grille should be firmly push it N until it stops Defrost water pan continued next page Fa SIIMLBI IZBIO ID pue ares Car e and Cleaning continued Light bulb replacement In Fresh Food Compartment 1 Unplug refrigerator 2 To align the control knob properly note position of numbered control for proper reassembly and pull off knob one on each side 3 Pull bottom of light panel down about 1 4 just enough to disengage lip at rear from grooves in retainers on rear wall 4 Lift panel to disengage top from pins on side walls remove panel After replacing with same size bulb reinstall panel hang top on pins pull bottom down push it back and release it to let lip engage grooves in retainers Replace temperature control knob in OFF position turn it to previous setting and plug refrigerator back in In Freezer Compartment MODEL CSX24 1 Unplug refrigerator 2 Remove shelf that s just below light shield Shelf will be easier to remove if it is emptied first 3 Pull plastic light shield toward you It will bend to free tabs from grooves 4 Replace bulb with same size bulb 5 Reinstall shield and shelf 6 Plug in refrigerator
13. ators also have specially designed door hinges that lift both doors slightly when opened allowing the force of gravity to help close them securely To adjust rollers remove the base grille by grasping it at the bottom and pulling it out Turn the roller adjusting screws clockwise to raise the refrigerator counterclockwise to lower it Use an adjustable wrench 3 8 hex head bolt or pliers When adjusting front rollers for proper door closure we recommend the bottom front edge of the cabinet be approximately 5 8 from the floor To replace base grille align prongs on back of grille with clamps in cabinet and push forward until grille snaps into place Operating Your Refrigerator Set the Temperature Controls C INITIAL SETTING E COLDEST IA BCD E WOT TI FREEZER INITIAL SETTING F COLDEST 9 RESH FOOD ALLOW 24 HOURS FOR TEMPERATURES TO STABILIZE TEMPERATURE CONTROLS Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate the temperature in the fresh food and freezer compartments INITIALLY set the FRESH FOOD control at 5 and the FREEZER control at C For colder or warmer temperatures adjust the desired compartment control one letter or number at a time IMPORTANT When initially setting the controls or when adjusting them allow 24 hours for the temperatures to stabilize or even out Do this before filling the refrigerator with large amounts of fresh or
14. cted DOES NOT WORK e Supply line may be clogged with sediment REFRIGERATOR eFoods with strong odors should be tightly covered HAS ODOR Check for spoiled food Interior needs cleaning Refer to page 13 e Defrost water pan needs cleaning Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator replace every three months MOISTURE e Too frequent or too long door openings COLLECTS INSIDE In humid weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened WATER ON KITCHEN eThe drain in bottom of freezer may be clogged Remove any ice on the freezer bottom FLOOR OR ON and clean the drain Refer to page 13 BOTTOM OF FREEZER a g a j KN 2 lt elf you use a glass over 6 inches tall you may be jamming cubes in the funnel chute They can fuse inside the chute and drop out later leaving water or ice on the floor e Defrost water pan full missing or not in position If you need more help call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Notes If You Need Service To obtain service see your warranty on the back page of this book We re proud of our service and want you to be pleased If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive here are three steps to follow for further help FIRST contact the people who serviced your appliance Explain why you are not pleased In most cases this will solve the problem
15. e wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheating wires Refrigerator Location Do not install refrigerator where temperature will go below 60 F because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures Do install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded Also see Energy Saving Tips regarding location Clearances Allow the following clearances for ease of installation proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections SIGS sje ieee aa 5 8 NCOP ese ss ll Bl See Dea 1 B cker raan AN aan 1 Allow the following door clearance Sides eae a hee ee At 3 4 Water Supply to Icemaker You will need to connect your icemaker to a cold water line A water supply kit containing copper tubing shutoff valve fittings and instructions is available at extra cost from your dealer 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 coils Rollers Adjustable rollers behind the base grille enable you to move your refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning These rollers should be set so the refrigerator rests firmly on the floor To assure that the doors will close automatically from a halfway open position there is a built in tilt from the front to the back of the cabinet Side by side refriger
16. ed properly e The high speed compressor motor required to maintain near zero temperatures in the large freezer compartment may produce higher sound levels than your old refrigerator e Normal fan air flow one fan blows cold air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments another fan cools the compressor motor e These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to time e Defrost timer switch clicks at defrost e Defrost water dripping into drain pan e Temperature control clicks ON or OFF e Ice cubes dropping into bin and water running in pipes as icemaker refills eRefrigerant boiling or gurgling Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction during defrost and refrigeration following defrost eDoor gasket on hinge side sticking or folding over To correct put a small amount of petroleum jelly on face of gasket continued next page DUB IIB SUU w J F z N 2 S The Problem Solver continued PROBLEM HOT AIR FROM BOTTOM OF REFRIGERATOR FRESH FOOD OR FREEZER COMPARTMENT TEMPERATURE TOO WARM FOODS DRY OUT FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD SLOW ICE CUBE FREEZING ICE CUBES HAVE ODOR TASTE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER DOES NOT WORK DIVIDER BETWEEN COMPARTMENTS FEELS WARM MOISTURE FORMS ON OUTSIDE OF REFRIGERATOR POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY Normal air flow cooling motor In the refrigeration process it is normal that heat be exp
17. elled in the area under the refrigerator Some floor coverings will discolor at these normal and safe operating temperatures Your floor covering supplier should be consulted if you object to this discoloration e Temperature control not set cold enough Refer to page 5 e Warm weather frequent door openings Door left open for too long a time ePackage may be holding door open e Foods not covered wrapped or sealed properly eDoor may have been left ajar or package holding door open Too frequent and too long door openings Frost within package is normal Door may have been left ajar e Turn temperature of freezer compartment colder e Old cubes need to be discarded elce storage bin needs to be emptied and washed e Unsealed packages in refrigerator and or freezer compartments may be transmitting odor taste to ice cubes Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning Refer to page 13 Poor tasting incoming water Instill water filter see page 8 Icemaker feeler arm is in OFF up position Water supply turned off or not connected Freezer compartment too warm eCubes too small water shut off valve connecting refrigerator to home water line may be clogged Sometimes cubes fuse to the side of the ice mold and hold the feeler arm in the OFF up position Remove this ice to restart the icemaker When reaching for cubes by hand you may have pushed the feeler arm into the OFF up position by mistake
18. for several days leave as few perishables as possible in the refrigerator Set the icemaker to the OFF position and shut off water to the refrigerator Jasusdsiqg 198M party S Q 2 N P lt amp ya N va ve 2 Nn Shelves Shelves in the fresh food and freezer compartments are adjustable enabling you to make efficient shelf arrangements to fit your family s food storage needs Adjustable Shelves in Fresh Food Compartment 2 4 Lift up 7 andout 1 u hJ Tiltup To remove shelves Tilt shelf up at front then lift it up and out of tracks on rear wall of refrigerator Q Engage top Iug aTh 2 Lower to lock into place To replace shelves Select desired shelf height With shelf front raised slightly engage top lugs in tracks at rear of cabinet Then lower front of shelf until it locks into position Removable Bins on Fresh Food Compartment Door D l n O a a D G Gm Gul i To remove Lift the bin straight up until mounting hooks disengage To relocate Select desired shelf height engage the bin s hook in slots on the tracks of the door and push in The bin will lock in place 10 Removable Shelves in Freezer Compartment Shelves in the freezer compartment are easily removed and replaced To remove shelves 1 While pressing tabs on shelf supports on right wall lift shelf out of grooves in supports
19. frozen foods Note Turning the fresh food control to OFF turns off cooling in BOTH compartments fresh food AND freezer but does not shut off power to the refrigerator How to Test Temperatures Use the milk test for the fresh food compartment Place a container of milk on the top shelf in the fresh food compartment Check it a day later If the milk is too warm or too cold adjust the temperature controls Use the ice cream test for the freezer compartment Place a container of ice cream in the center of the freezer compartment Check it after a day If it s too hard or too soft adjust the temperature controls Always allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you set If you turn your household thermostat below 60 F at night you may want to turn the lettered control one step colder as from C to D Cooler temperatures in the house may cause the compressor to operate less frequently thus allowing the freezer compartment to warm somewhat To protect your frozen food supply leave your lettered setting at this colder setting for the entire winter or for whatever period of time you are turning down your thermostat This is especially important when the thermostat is turned down for an extended period This change should have no effect on your fresh food compartment However if freezing occurs turn the numbered control one step warmer as from 5 to 4 When you
20. h away any impurities in the water line Do the same thing after vacations or extended periods when ice isn t used Discard the first six glassfuls of water in the kitchen sink This will eliminate the slight plastic taste temporarily imparted to the water by the water reservoir Keep ice level to keep icemaker productive Cubes ejected into an empty storage bin will pile up close to the icemaker and push the feeler arm up to the OFF position prematurely when the bin is only partially full Open the ice access door reach in level the cubes by hand and icemaking will resume Keeping cubes distributed evenly will allow the icemaker to produce enough ice to fill the bin to its maximum capacity Caution Under certain rare circumstances ice cubes may be discolored usually appearing with a green bluish hue The cause of this unusual discoloration is apparently due to a combination of factors such as certain characteristics of local waters household plumbing and the accumulation of copper salts in an inactive water supply line which feeds the icemaker Continual consumption of such discolored ice cubes may be injurious to health If such discoloration is observed discard the ice cubes and contact your Hotpoint Factory Service Center or an authorized Customer Care Servicer To Dispense Ice and Water CSX22 e Set selector to ICE CUBES or CHILLED WATER ice amp water dispenser CHILLED WATER ICE CUBES
21. his appliance WARNING When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following e Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used See grounding instructions below and on page 4 eNever unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end eWhen moving your refrigerator away from the wall be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord After your refrigerator is in operation do not touch the cold surfaces particularly when hands are damp or wet Skin may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces DO not place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in This will prevent contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes Don t refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No 69 says You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if
22. l safety this appliance must be properly grounded The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug which mates with a standard three prong grounding wall outlet Fig 1 to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance PREFERRED METHOD INSURE PROPER GRQUND EXISTS BEFORE USE Have wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure outlet is properly grounded Where a standard two prong wall outlet is encountered it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded three prong wall outlet DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD continued next page Sdi SUIABS ASIIUT _ oS Ce O em e re O gt ie N SJUIWIIIIND IY uonegejjesuj Installation Requirement continea imporTAnr Please Read Carefully Use of Adapter Plug Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against use of an adapter plug However if you still elect to use an adapter where local codes permit a TEMPORARY CONNECTION maybe made to a properly grounded two prong wall outlet by use of a UL listed adapter Fig 2 available at most local hardware stores TEMPORARY METHOD Fon ADAPTER PLUGS NOT is a a JULO PARM eap PERMITTED IN CAN
23. lce storage bin is to be removed for a period of time e Going away on vacation at which time you should also turn off the valve in the water supply line to your refrigerator If This is Your First Icemaker You ll hear occasional sounds that may be unfamiliar These are normal icemaking sounds and are not cause for concern Water Filter Icemaker Accessory a Your ice cubes can only be as fresh tasting as the water that produces them That s why it s a good idea to purify your water with a water filter Its activated charcoal removes musty stale odors and unpleasant medicinal metallic tastes A porous fiber cartridge catches dirt rust particles sand and silt while special crystals reduce deposits of hard scale The filter is an option at extra cost available from your Hotpoint dealer Specify WR97X0214 It has complete installation instructions and installs in minutes on 1 4 O D copper water line Food Storage Suggestion Suggested storage times IN n REERIGERNOR FREE ER 35 to 40 F O F DAYS Eating quality drops after time shown MONTHS Fresh Meats Roasts Beef amp Lamb 3 to 5 6 to 12 Roasts Pork amp Veal 3 to 5 4 to 8 Steaks Beef 3to5 6 to 12 Chops Lamb 35 toe eD 6 to 9 Chops Pork 3 to 5 3 to 4 Ground amp Stew Meats 1 to 2 3 to 4 Variety Meats 1 to 2 3 to 4 Sausage Pork 1 to 2 1 to2 Processed Meats Bacon 7 1 Frankfurters 7 Ham Whole
24. nine YOUR erator Appliance Use and Care of ase Grille Safety Instructions Shelves 10 models Care and Cleaning Condenser Storage Drawers 11 12 CSX2 2D Energy Saver Drawer amp Cover Removal 12 Energy Saving Tips Temperature Controls 5 CSX2 4D Food Storage Suggestions 9 Vacation amp Moving Tips H with Ice amp arranty ack Cover s Chilled Water Storage Times Ice Dispenser Water Filter Accessory Icemaker S ervice Contents Appliance Registration Bo Bw ks WW Oo o0 o0 O o NU NW Installation Adapter Plug Adjustable Rollers Clearances 9 P Electrical Requirements 3 Extension Cord Grounding Location Puo AAJ AAJA Water Supply to Icemaker 4 Light Bulb Replacement 14 Model and Serial Numbers 2 GE Answer Center Problem Solver 15 17 800 626 2000 Help us help you Read this book carefully It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new refrigerator properly Keep it handy for answers to your questions If you don t understand something or need more help write include your phone number Consumer Affairs Hotpoint Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Write down the model and serial numbers You ll see them on a label at the bottom just inside the fresh food compartment door These numbers are also on the Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your refrigerator Before sending in the registration card please wri
25. nto the container e Ice should be dispensed before filling glass with soda or other beverage mixes This will prevent splashing which is annoying and which if the splash reaches the ice and water selector switch could cause it to stick or bind e Beverages and foods should not be quick chilled in the ice storage bin Cans bottles or food packages in the storage bin may cause the icemaker to malfunction e Ice other than that produced by your icemaker should not be added to the ice storage bin it may not dispense well Before Using Your Icemaker and Dispenser If you use your refrigerator before the water connection is made raise the ice access door and make sure the icemaker feeler arm is in the OFF up position as shown below Ice access door Icemaker When water supply has been connected to icemaker move feeler arm to ON down position position Depress water dispenser cradle for about two minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill water reservoir automatically Ice cube mold automatically fills with water after cooling to freezing temperatures First cubes normally freeze after several hours NOTE With a newly installed refrigerator allow about 24 hours for the freezer compartment to cool down to the proper ice making temperature Once Your Icemaker and Dispenser Are in Operation Throw away the first few batches of ice cubes 16 or 24 cubes This will flus
26. ompartment door to ICE CUBES cubes will dispense through chute in door when cradle is pressed When the switch is moved to CHILLED WATER water from reservoir flows through tubing in door 6 and is dispensed when cradle is pressed Light switch 7 turns night light in the dispenser on or off Light switch and night light on model CSX24 only Important Facts about Your Ice amp Water Dispenser e Your icemaker will produce eight cubes per cycle approximately 120 cubes in a 24 hour period depending on freezer compartment temperature room temperature number of door openings and other use conditions e Intermittent dispensing of ice is normal If ice flow interruption is more than brief ice clump s may be the cause and should be removed following instructions below and on page 8 e Avoid overfilling glasses with ice and using narrow or extra tall glasses This can jam the chute or cause the door in the chute to freeze shut Periodically open the freezer compartment door and look down into the chute If ice is blocking the chute poke it through with a wooden spoon e To help keep bits of ice from being sprayed beyond the glass place glass close to ice chute but not so close that it blocks outcoming ice Ice should not be dispensed into thin glasses fine china or delicate crystal they can crack or chip from the combined pressure of your hand pressing them against the cradle and ice dropping i
27. ont corner retainers 3 Pull the drawer part way out Reach in push the rear of the glass up at the same time push it back until it clears front comer retainers 4 Tilt and remove the cover 7 Tilt and remove the cover 8 Tilt and remove the drawer After cleaning replace in reverse order When drawers and covers are back in place reinstall gasket at rear of Sealed amp Fresh Drawer Fit the end of the plastic drawer support into the slot on the gasket with the rubber gasket flap facing you Make sure the gasket snaps into place Care and Cleaning Cleaning Outside The water and ice dispenser spill shelf should be wiped dry immediately to prevent spotting Water left on shelf may leave deposits you can remove by soaking with undiluted vinegar You can also use paste of non precipitating water softener such as Calgon brand and water or one teaspoon of citric acid powder per pint of hot tap water Soak until deposit disappears or becomes loose enough to rinse away Usually 30 minutes soaking time is adequate Avoid using wax on spill shelf and trim The door handles and trim can be cleaned with a cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid dishwashing detergent and water Dry with a soft cloth Don t use wax on the door handles or trim Keep the finish clean Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dishwashing de
28. r of the refrigerator on the top shelf Change the box every three months An open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale freezer odors Do not wash any plastic parts from your refrigerator in your automatic dishwasher Drain opening in freezer compartment During yearly cleaning remove bottom freezer basket and flush a solution of baking soda one teaspoon and two cups of hot not boiling water through the drain line with the help of a meat baster This will help eliminate odor and reduce the likelihood of a clogged drain line If drain becomes clogged use a meat baster and baking soda and water solution tc force the cl through the j ee a drain line Sane Continue flushing until line is clear then empty and replace the defrost water pan immediately Behind Refrigerator Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator away from the wall All types of floor coverings can be damaged particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces Pull the refrigerator straight out and return il to position by pushing it straight in Moving your refrigerator in a side direction may result in damage to your floor covering or refrigerator Condenser The condenser is located behind the base grille For most efficient operation you will need to keep the condenser clean Remove the base grille see page 4 and either sweep away or vacuum up dust that is re
29. rous foods be stored wrapped foods such as Broccoli e Cabbage e Parsnips e Brussels e Cauliflower Turnips Sprouts e Green Onions Storage time will depend upon the type of food and its condition when placed in the drawer Excess water which may accumulate in the bottom of the Sealed amp Fresh Drawer should be poured out and the drawer wiped dry The Sealed amp Fresh Drawer is partially sealed by gaskets attached to the cover at the front and back edges Always replace the drawer in this cover and push the drawer all the way in continued on next page 2 g V 2 NT 2 ve g gt me pee co a DN Storage Drawers continuca To Remove Drawers 1 Remove food from shelf above Sealed amp Fresh Drawer and take out shelf Take food off the glass cover and out of the drawer 7 ar m Jf 2 Put your fingers behind the gasket at the rear of the drawer and pull forward Remove the gasket 5 Pull the drawer forward lift the front to clear stops and remove the drawer If the refrigerator door doesn t open completely pull the drawer out until it hits the door Then lift the drawer up until it is higher than the drawer supports tilt it and take it out 6 If tape holds Convertible Meat Pan cover to drawer supports remove the tape Pull drawer part way out Reach in push the rear of the glass up and at the same time back until it clears fr
30. t in kitchen sink The shelf and its grille should be cleaned regularly according to instructions on page 13 If Ice Clumps Form in Storage Bin The Icemaker ejects cubes in groups of eight and it is normal for several cubes to be joined together However if you don t use the ice very often ice clumps may form in the storage bin and can clog the dispenser If this happens e Remove storage bin from freezer compartment e Break up ice clumps with fingertip pressure and discard remaining clumps eReplace bin before remaining cubes melt and fuse together To Remove Ice Cube Storage Bin i Lift the left corner to free the bin from the shelf and pull the bin straight out supporting it at front and back To Replace Ice Cube Storage Bin Slide the bin back until the tab on the bin locks into the slot in the shelf CaN Drive Mechanism If bin does not go all the way back remove it and rotate the drive mechanism 1 4 turn Then push bin back again until the tab on the bin locks into the slot in the shelf If Ice Is Not Used Often Old ice cubes will become cloudy and taste stale Empty ice storage bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water Be sure to allow storage bin to cool before replacing it otherwise ice cubes will stick to the metal auger Move Icemaker Feeler Arm to OFF up Position when e Home water supply is to be turned off for several hours e
31. te these numbers here Model Number Serial Number Use these model and serial numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your refrigerator If you received a damaged refrigerator immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you the refrigerator Save time and money Before you request service check the Problem Solver on pages 15 17 It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself Energy saving tips eLocation of your refrigerator is important Avoid locating it next to your range a heating vent or where the sun will shine directly on it e Don t open the doors more often than necessary eClose 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 accidentally eStore only those foods requiring refrigeration in your refrigerator e Wipe moisture from bottles and cartons before putting them in the refrigerator e Keep foods covered to reduce moisture buildup inside the refrigerator elf you turn the controls to the coldest position for quick chilling or freezing be sure to turn them back to regular settings e Don t overcrowd your refrigerator Overcrowding can require extra electrical energy to keep everything cool IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using t
32. tergent Dry and polish with a clean soft cloth Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel These may leave a residue that can damage the paint Do not use scouring pads powdered cleaners bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish Protect the paint finish The finish on the outside of the refrigerator is a high quality baked on paint finish With proper care it will stay new looking and rust free for years Apply a coat of kitchen appliance wax when the refrigerator is new and then at least twice a year Appliance Polish Wax amp Cleaner Cat No WR97X0216 is available from Hotpoint Appliance Parts Marts Cleaning Inside Inside the fresh food and freezer compartments should be cleaned at least once a year Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning If this is not practical wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches lights or controls Use warm water and baking soda solution about a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water This both cleans and neutralizes odors Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry Other parts of the refrigerator including door gaskets meat and vegetable drawers ice storage bin and all plastic parts can be cleaned the same way Do not use cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners To help prevent odors leave an open box of baking soda in the rea
33. they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold below 40 F 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 If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable get rid of it The food may be dangerous to eat Even partial thawing and_ 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 their eating quality as you can e If your old refrigerator is still around the house but not in use be sure to remove the doors This will reduce the possibility of danger to children Unplug your refrigerator A Before making any repairs Note We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual B Before cleaning C Before replacing a burned out light bulb the refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament A burned out light bulb may break when being replaced Note Turning control to OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit e Do not operate your refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Installation Requirements IMPORTANT Please read carefully How to connect electricity For persona
34. xpel air and help prevent mold e Store pre packaged cheese in its own wrapping if you wish To store vegetables use the vegetable drawers they ve been designed to preserve the natural moisture and freshness of produce eCovering vegetables with a moist towel helps maintain crispness e As a further aid to freshness pre packaged vegetables can be stored in their original wrapping Note The Sealed amp Fresh drawer makes it unnecessary to wrap certain foods which it has been designed to preserve This drawer is described on page ll To store ice cream Fine quality ice cream with high cream content will normally require slightly lower temperatures than more airy already packaged brands with low cream content elt will be necessary to experiment to determine the freezer compartment location and temperature control setting to keep your ice cream at the right serving temperature e The rear of the freezer compartment is slightly colder than the front Tips on freezing foods There are three essential requirements for efficient home freezing 1 Initial quality Freeze only top quality foods Freezing retains quality and flavor it cannot improve quality 2 Speed The quicker fruits and vegetables are frozen after picking the better the frozen product will be You ll save time too with less culling and sorting to do 3 Proper packaging Use food wraps designed especially for freezing To
35. y Damage to product caused by accident fire floods or acts of God WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES 2 90 Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 Part No 467734P09 Pub No 39 6275 CG HOTPOINT PANEAS ANAM CSX22D CSX24D CSXH24C
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