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OWNER’S MANUAL
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INSTRUCTIONS
49-60816 Rev. 2 08-20 GEA
Manual Defrost - HCM4SMWW,
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SAFETY INFORMATION .........2
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INSTALLATION ...................9
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS ......10
Normal Operating Characteristics .......12
LIMITED WARRANTY ...........15
CONSUMER SUPPORT ..........16
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CAUTION
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Starting the Freezer
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CARE AND CLEANING
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CARE AND CLEANING
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INSTALLATION
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position.
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Moisture forms on
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