User manual HAIER HVF 042 ABL

[. . . ] 8) Do not operate your wine cooler in the presence of explosive fumes. 9) Do not store foods in wine cooler as interior temperature may not be cool enough to prevent spoilage. 1 HVF 042 ABL manual 10/22/01 11:05 AM Page 3 English For Future Reference Please SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS DANGER Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old wine cooler, take off the doors. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside. [. . . ] After properly placing your wine cooler in its final position, you can level your wine cooler. · Leveling legs can be adjusted by turning them clockwise to raise your wine cooler or by turning them counterclockwise to lower your wine cooler. The wine cooler door will close easier when the leveling legs are extended. Proper Air Circulation · To assure your wine cooler 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. · The following are recommended clearances around the wine cooler: Sides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 "(50mm) Top. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2" (50mm) Back. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2" (50mm) · Do not over fill your wine cooler for proper internal air circulation. 5 HVF 042 ABL manual 10/22/01 11:05 AM Page 7 English Electrical Requirement · Make sure there is a suitable power Outlet (115 volts, 15 amps outlet) with proper grounding to power the wine cooler. · 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 practice since it provides no effective grounding for the wine cooler and may result in shock hazard. Install Limitations · Do not install your wine cooler in any location not properly insulated or heated e. g. Your wine cooler was not designed to operate in temperature settings below 55° Fahrenheit. · Select a suitable location for the wine cooler 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 and rear bottom corners of the wine cooler. · Your wine cooler is designed for free-standing installation only. · The thermostat control will click when it cycles on and off. 9 HVF 042 ABL manual 10/22/01 11:05 AM Page 11 English Proper Wine Cooler Care and Cleaning Cleaning and Maintenance Warning: To avoid electric shock always unplug your wine cooler before cleaning. Ignoring this warning may result in death or injury. Caution: Before using cleaning products, always read and follow manufacturer's instructions and warnings to avoid personal injury or product damage. General: · 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 wine cooler. · Rinse with clean warm water and dry with a soft cloth. · 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 wine cooler. Door Gaskets: · Clean door gaskets every three months according to general instructions. Gaskets must be kept clean and pliable to assure a proper seal. · Petroleum jelly applied lightly on the hinge side of gaskets will keep the gasket pliable and assure a good seal. 10 HVF 042 ABL manual 10/22/01 11:05 AM Page 12 English Power Interruptions · 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. Vacation and Moving Care · For long vacations or absences, unplug the wine cooler and clean the wine cooler and door gaskets according to "General cleaning" section. Prop doors open, so air can circulate inside. [. . . ] · Check door gaskets for proper seal. Wine Cooler door does not shut properly: · Level the wine cooler. wine bottles, shelves. 12 HVF 042 ABL manual 10/22/01 11:05 AM Page 14 English Limited Warranty What is covered and for how long?This warranty covers all defects in workmanship or materials for a period of: 12 months labor 12 months parts 5 years sealed system The warranty commences on the date the item was purchased and the original purchase receipt must be presented to the authorized service center before warranty repairs are rendered. EXCEPTIONS: Commercial or Rental Use warranty 90 days labor (car ry-in only) 90 days parts No other warranty applies What is covered. [. . . ]