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Replacing the lightbulbs, Care and cleaning of the refrigerator – Hotpoint 18 User Manual

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Consumer Support

Troubleshooting T

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Operating Instructions

Safety Instructions

Installation Instructions

Replacing the lightbulbs.

Setting either or both controls to 0 (off) does not remove power to the light circuit.

Refrigerator Compartment—Upper Light

CAUTION: Lightbulbs may be hot.

Unplug the refrigerator.
The bulbs are located at the top of the

compartment, near the opening.

Some models have light shields. To

remove the light shield, grasp the shield

as shown with your thumb and index

finger, and gently pull back on the lever.

This will release the shield and allow you

to pull it to the side and remove it.

Replace with an appliance bulb of

the same or lower wattage (60 watts

maximum).
Replace light shields (on some models).
Plug the refrigerator back in.

Freezer Compartment Dome Light

(on some models)

CAUTION: Lightbulbs may be hot.

Unplug the refrigerator.
The bulb is located at the top of the

freezer compartment inside the dome

light shield. To remove the shield,

place your fingers in the pockets at the

back of the shield. Pull the shield

forward and down.

After replacing with an appliance bulb

of the same or lower wattage (40 watts

maximum), replace the shield.
Plug the refrigerator back in.

Some models have only one light.

Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.

Preparing for Vacation

For long vacations or absences, remove

food and unplug the refrigerator. Move

the refrigerator control to the 0 (off)

position, and clean the interior with a

baking soda solution of one tablespoon

(15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 liter)

of water. Leave the doors open.

Set the icemaker power switch to the
O (off)

position and shut off the water supply

to the refrigerator.
If the temperature can drop below freezing,

have a qualified servicer drain the water

supply system (on some models) to prevent

serious property damage due to flooding.

Preparing to Move

Secure all loose items such as grille, shelves

and drawers by taping them securely

in place to prevent damage.

Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright
position during moving.

Pockets