Haier QJS15HYRFS 4 Door Refrigerator User Manual

Haier QJS15HYRFS 4 Door Refrigerator

PARTS AND FEATURES

• LED lights
• Door bin
• Rating plate
• Mullion
• Cool Zone glass cover
• Glass shelf
• Cool Zone drawer
• Upper freezer drawer
• Lower freezer drawer
• Leveling legs
• Control panel

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for the local inspector’s use.
• IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future reference.
• Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time – Refrigerator installation 15 minutes.
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the warranty.

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go below 60°F (16°C) because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures.
• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will go above 100°F (37°C) because it will not perform properly.
• Install it on a floor strong enough to support it fully loaded.
• Do not install the refrigerator in a location exposed to water (rain, etc.) or direct sunlight.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

UNPACKING REFRIGERATOR

IMPORTANT: Handle the refrigerator with care when moving it to avoid damaging the refrigerant tubing or increasing the risk of a leak.

IMPORTANT: When moving the refrigerator, never tilt it more than a 45° angle. This could damage the compressor and the sealed system. If the fridge has been placed in a horizontal position for any period of time, wait 24 hours before plugging in the refrigerator to allow the refrigerant to settle.

1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the corrugated base and all adhesive tape holding the refrigerator accessories inside and outside.
2. Inspect and remove any remains of packing, tape, or printed materials before powering on the refrigerator.
3. If your refrigerator comes with smooth or stainless steel doors, please remove the clear film before turning it on for the first time. When removing the film, do not pull the film straight down, as this could result in misaligned doors.
4. It is normal for the freezer door to be positioned slightly higher than the top of the cabinet when the refrigerator is first installed. This positioning is done at the factory to ensure a proper gasket seal once the door is weighted with food items.

LEVELING REFRIGERATOR

• Your refrigerator has two leveling legs that are located in the front bottom corners of your refrigerator. After properly placing your refrigerator in its final position, you can level your refrigerator.
• 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 more easily when the leveling legs are extended.

PROPER AIR CIRCULATION

• To ensure 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. Your refrigerator is not designed to operate in temperatures below 60°F (16°C) or above 100°F (37°C).
• Do not install your refrigerator in any location not properly insulated or heated, e.g., a garage, etc. Keep out of direct sunlight and away from heating sources such as radiators, heaters, and cooking appliances.
• The following are recommended clearances around the refrigerator:
• Sides……………0″ (0 mm)
• Top………………0″ (0 mm)
• Back…………….2″ (50 mm)

DOOR ALIGNMENT (If needed)

If the edges of the refrigerator doors do not align with each other, you can make adjustments:

Using an Adjustable Foot

• Turn the adjustable foot to raise or lower that side of the refrigerator.
• Clockwise – to raise.
• Counterclockwise – to lower.

Using Spacers (provided)

• Open the door. With the door open, lift the door upward.
• By hand or using pliers, clip the spacer (provided) onto the center hinge pin.

OPENING AND CLOSING DOORS

There are two refrigerator compartment doors. The doors can be opened and closed either separately or together.

• There is an articulating mullion on the left-hand refrigerator door.
• When closing the left-hand refrigerator door, the mullion folds behind the right-hand door, joining the two refrigerator doors.
• There is a heating element inside the frame that helps prevent moisture from developing on the mullion. The temperature of the surface may be warm, which is normal, and will not affect the performance of the refrigerator.

NOTE: Before closing the left-hand door, make sure the articulating mullion is folded inward. If the mullion is pulled outward, it may become damaged when you try to close the door.

REFRIGERATOR USE

CONTROLS

• Refrigerator Temperature Control
• Freezer Temperature Control
• Cool Zone Control
• Sabbath Control
• Quick Cool Control
• Quick Freeze Control
• Lock Control
• Refrigerator Temperature Displayed in °F
• Freezer Temperature Displayed in °F
• Cool Zone Indicator
• Quick Cool Indicator
• Quick Freeze Indicator
• Lock Indicator

TOUCH PADS

The controls are touch pads, which respond when lightly touched.

CONTROL PANEL LOCK

The control panel is automatically locked after 30 seconds of nonuse. To change any settings, the control panel must be unlocked.

To Unlock the Control Panel:

Press and hold LOCK for 3 seconds. The lock indicator will turn off.

To Lock the Control Panel:

Press and hold LOCK for 3 seconds. The lock indicator will turn on.

TEMPERATURE DISPLAY

• When no buttons or doors are operated for 30 seconds, all the LEDs on the display panel turn off.
• When a button is pressed or a door is opened, the LEDs on the display panel illuminate.

TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

The temperature range for the refrigerator compartment is 34°F to 42°F (1°C to 6°C). The temperature range for the freezer compartment is -6°F to 4°F (-21°C to -16°C). The refrigerator compartment is preset to the recommended temperature of 37°F (3°C), and the freezer compartment is preset to the recommended temperature of 0°F (-18°C). When the refrigerator is first plugged in, the display will show the recommended temperature settings.

IMPORTANT:

• The recommended setting should be correct for normal household refrigerator use.
• When the refrigerator is first turned on, it may take up to 12 hours to cool to the preset temperatures. Wait 24 hours for your refrigerator to cool completely before adding food. If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil.
• If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked before adjusting the controls.

Adjusting Controls

Except when first turning on the refrigerator, do not adjust either temperature more than one degree at a time. Wait 24 hours between adjustments for the temperature to stabilize. NOTE: The temperature cannot be adjusted if any other control function, such as Quick Freeze, Quick Cool, or Sabbath Mode, is activated, or the control panel is locked. The corresponding indicator will illuminate, and a tone will sound.

To Adjust the Refrigerator Temperature:

1. If locked, unlock the control panel by pressing and holding LOCK for 3 seconds.
2. Press the Fridge to adjust the temperature. NOTE: The temperature decreases by one degree, and a tone sounds with each press of the button. After 5 seconds have passed with no button being pressed, the temperature setting is confirmed automatically.

To Adjust the Freezer Temperature:

1. If locked, unlock the control panel by pressing and holding LOCK for 3 seconds.
2. Press the Freezer button to adjust the temperature.

NOTE: The temperature decreases by one degree, and a tone sounds with each press of the button. After 5 seconds have passed with no button being pressed, the temperature setting is confirmed automatically.

COOL ZONE

1. If locked, unlock the control panel by pressing and holding LOCK for 3 seconds.
2. Press the Cool Zone button until the indicator of one of the three selections you want to set illuminates – Veg., Bev., or Meat.

QUICK COOL

The Quick Cool feature accelerates the cooling of fresh food and protects the foods already stored from undesirable warming.

1. If locked, unlock the control panel by pressing and holding LOCK for 3 seconds.
2. Press the Quick Cool button. The Quick Cool indicators will illuminate.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to manually turn off the Quick Cool feature.

NOTE: Quick Cool will automatically turn off after about 4 hours.

QUICK FREEZE

The Quick Freeze function accelerates the freezing of fresh food and protects frozen food from undesirable warming. If you need to freeze a large amount of food, it is recommended to select the Quick Freeze feature a few hours in advance.

1. If locked, unlock the control panel by pressing and holding LOCK for 3 seconds.
2. Press the Quick Freeze button. The Quick Freeze indicators will illuminate.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to manually turn off the Quick Freeze feature.

NOTE: Quick Freeze will automatically turn off after about 50 hours.

SABBATH

The Sabbath function is designed for those whose religious observances require turning off the lights. All interior lights and alarms will be disabled.

1. If locked, unlock the control panel by pressing and holding LOCK for 3 seconds.
2. Press and hold SABBATH for 3 seconds until the refrigerator displays “SA.”

NOTES:

• All alert tones and lights are deactivated.
• If Quick Cool and/or Quick Freeze were on, Sabbath mode turns off these features automatically.
• The control panel will remain unlocked while in Sabbath mode.
• To deselect Sabbath mode, press and hold SABBATH for 3 seconds.

DOOR ALARM

When the refrigerator door is open for more than 3 minutes, the door open alarm will sound. The alarm can be silenced by closing the door. If the door is left open for longer than 7 minutes, the light inside the refrigerator will automatically switch off.

FEATURES

REFRIGERATOR

ADJUSTABLE SHELVES

The height of the shelves can be adjusted to fit your storage needs.

1. To remove a shelf, lift on both the front and back edges to disengage the shelf hooks from the shelf supports along the refrigerator wall and pull it out.
2. To reinstall a shelf, rest the shelf on both the front and rear supports. Push the shelf toward the rear of the refrigerator until the back of the shelf hooks around the rear shelf supports.

REMOVABLE DOOR BINS

To Remove and Replace a Door Bin:

1. Place your hands on both sides of the bin and lift upward.
2. Pull the door bin out.
3. Replace the door bin by inserting it above the support and pressing down to snap into place.

CRISPER DRAWERS

These drawers can be used for storing vegetables and fruit. To remove, pull the drawer straight out.

FREEZER

IMPORTANT: Do not overload the drawers. Max load of each drawer is 44 lbs (20 kg).

• Remove the freezer drawer by extending the drawer fully, and then lift the drawer and pull it out to remove it.

CLEANING

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to avoid the buildup of odors. Wipe up spills immediately. Because air circulates between both sections, any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To avoid odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.

IMPORTANT:

• Do not use harsh chemicals, ammonia, chlorine bleach, concentrated detergent, solvents, abrasives, or metal scouring pads to clean your product inside or out. They can damage and/or discolor the refrigerator finish.
• Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power.
• Using a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent dissolved in warm water, wash removable parts and the interior surfaces. Rinse well and dry thoroughly.
• Clean the exterior surfaces.
• Painted metal: Wash painted metal exteriors with a clean, soft cloth or sponge and a mild detergent in warm water. Rinse surfaces with clean, warm water and dry immediately to avoid water spots.
• Stainless steel: Stainless steel is corrosion-resistant and not corrosion-proof. To help avoid corrosion of your stainless steel, wash stainless steel surfaces with a clean, soft cloth or sponge and a mild detergent in warm water. Rinse surfaces with clean, warm water and dry immediately to avoid water spots. NOTE: When cleaning stainless steel, always wipe in the direction of the grain to avoid cross-grain scratching.
• Clean the door seals every 3 months. Wash the joints with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent diluted in lukewarm water. Rinse thoroughly and dry well. Applying a little petroleum jelly to the joints on the hinge side will maintain the flexibility of the joint and ensure a good seal. NOTE: The cleanliness of the gaskets will ensure a better seal.
• Plug in the refrigerator or reconnect the power source.

LIGHTS

The interior lights of the refrigerator turn off when the doors are open for more than 7 minutes.

IMPORTANT: Your refrigerator is equipped with LED lighting. These lights are designed to last for the life of your refrigerator. However, if the lights stop operating, please contact a qualified technician for replacement.

VACATION AND MOVING

VACATION

If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator On While You’re Away:

1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.

If You Choose to Turn Off the Refrigerator Before You Leave:

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator and freezer.
2. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power.
3. Clean the refrigerator, wipe it, and dry it well.
4. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold from building up.

MOVING

IMPORTANT: Handle the refrigerator with care when moving it to avoid damaging the refrigerant tubing or increasing the risk of a leak. When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move:

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice.
2. Unplug the refrigerator.
3. Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.
4. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them together so they don’t shift and rattle during the move.
5. Raise the leveling legs so they don’t scrape the floor. See “Leveling.”
6. Tape the doors closed and tape the power cord to the back of the refrigerator. When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the “Installation Instructions” section for preparation instructions.

REINSTALLING/USING THE REFRIGERATOR AGAIN

If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for any period of time, wait 2 to 5 hours before plugging it in to allow the oil to settle into the compressor.

1. Clean refrigerator. See “Cleaning.”
2. Place the refrigerator in the desired location and level. See “Installation Instructions.”
3. Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First, try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.

REFRIGERATOR IS NOT OPERATING

TEMPERATURE AND MOISTURE

LIMITED WARRANTY

12 Months on Parts and Labor

For 12 months from the date of original retail purchase, GE Appliances will replace any part of the refrigerator that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. GE Appliances will choose, at its discretion, to replace or service the defective unit. Should GE Appliances decide to service the unit, GE Appliances will provide any part that fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship free of charge, along with any labor and related service costs to replace the defective part.

During this period, should GE Appliances choose to replace the unit, it may do so by providing you with a certificate redeemable at a retailer for a replacement product. The product must be accessible, without encumbrance, and installed properly to receive warranty repair service. NOTE: This warranty commences on the date the item was purchased, and the original purchase receipt must be presented to the authorized service representative before warranty repairs are rendered.

FOR WARRANTY SERVICE

For US customers, all warranty service must be provided by our Factory Service Centers or an authorized Customer Care technician. To schedule service, visit HaierAppliances.com. In Canada, visit HaierAppliances.ca. Please have the serial number and model number available when calling for service.

What is not covered by this warranty:

• Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.
• Improper installation, delivery, or maintenance.
• Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose, or used commercially.
• Loss of food due to spoilage.
• Damage caused after delivery.
• Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
• Replacement of the light bulbs.
• Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods, or acts of God.
• Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance.
• The product is not accessible to provide the required service.
• Associated costs when GE Appliances chooses to issue the consumer a certificate as a form of product replacement.
• Damage to finish, such as surface rust, tarnish, or small blemishes, not reported within 48 hours of delivery.
• Products that are not defective, broken, or that are working as described in the owner’s manual.

EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES – Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

For US Customers: This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Appliances Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge, or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Appliances Service location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. 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, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.

Warrantor US:
GE Appliances, a Haier company
Louisville, KY 40225

For Customers in Canada: This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased in Canada for home use within Canada. In-home warranty service will be provided in areas where it is available and deemed reasonable by Mabe to provide.

Warrantor Canada:
MC Commercial, Inc., Burlington, Ontario, L7R 5B6

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