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1. DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE THE FUMES CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR EXPLOSION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Help us help you Please Install and level the refrigerator on a floor that will hold the weight and in an area suitable for its size and use Do not install the refrigerator near an oven radiator or other heat source Do not use the refrigerator in an area where the temperature will fall below 55 F 13 C Keep the refrigerator out of the weather Connect the refrigerator only to the proper kind of outlet with the correct electrical supply and ground ing See Electrical Requirements on page 7 or refer to the Electrical Requirements and Grounding Instructions Sheet in your Literature Package Do not load the refrigerator with food before it has time to get properly cool See Setting the controls on page 12 Use the refrigerator only for the uses described in this manual Properly maintain the refrigerator Be sure the refrigerator is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly PARTS AND FEATURES This section contains illustrations of your refrigerator Use them to become familiar with the location of all the parts and features Page references are included for your convenience NOTE This manual covers several different models The model you have purchased may have all or
2. The defrost timer will click when the automatic Your refrigerator is designed to run more effi defrost cycle begins and ends ciently to keep your food items a the desired ree temperature The high efficiency compressor may The thermostat refrigerator control will click cause your new refrigerator to run longer than when cycling on and off your old one and you may hear a pulsating or Rattling noises may come from the flow of high pitched sound refrigerant the waterline or items stored on top Water dripping on the defrost heater during a of the refrigerator defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause popping and cracking noise SAVING ENERGY There are ways that you can help your refrigerator Do not put your refrigerator next to a heat source run more efficiently such as a range water heater furnace radiator or Check the door gaskets for a tight seal Leveling in direct sunlight the cabinet will ensure a proper seal Clean the condenser coils regularly A coil cleaning brush is available for purchase part number 4210463 Save energy Open the door as few times as possible Don t block the air vents in the freezer and refrigerator so that cold air cannot flow freely see page 13 Do not set your refrigerator and freezer at a colder setting than is needed Keep the refrigerator control at the lowest number setting that keep
3. hooked up to Avoid connecting the ice maker to a softened water supply Water softener chemicals such as salt can damage the ice maker mold and lead to poor quality ice If a softened water supply cannot be avoided make sure the water softener is operating properly and is well maintained USING THE ICE AND WATER DISPENSERS on some mones The ice dispenser AWARNING The ice dispenses from the ice maker storage bin located in the freezer When you press the dis penser bar a trapdoor opens in a chute between the dispenser and the ice bin The ice moves from the bin and falls through the chute When you release the dispenser bar a buzzing sound may be heard for a few seconds as ths trapdoor closes Cut Hazard Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice or water Failure to do so can result in cuts Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS 18 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR USING THE ICE AND WATER DISPENSERS on some moets conr To dispense ice Press a sturdy glass against the ice dispenser bar Be sure to hold the glass close to the dispenser opening so ice does not fall outside of the glass Remove the glass to stop dispensing If you need a large amount of ice take it directly from the ice bin in the freezer Do not use the dispenser See The dispenser arm has been held in too long on page 32 NOTES The dispenser will not operate when the freezer door is open The first few batche
4. 13 for the location of air vents To avoid humidity build up try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once keep food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is removed When the door is opened humidity from the outside air enters the refrigerator The more often the door is opened the faster humidity builds up especially when the room itself is very humid It is normal for moisture to build up inside the refrig erator when the outside air is humid Check that all food is securely wrapped If neces sary repackage food according to the guidelines on page 27 the Food Storage Guide Wipe off damp food containers before placing in the refrigerator See How the controls the work on page 12 It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the refrigerator self defrosts THE DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY Check if Food packages are blocking the door open The ice bin is out of position The pans shelves bins or baskets are out of position The gaskets are dirty The refrigerator is not level The doors were removed during product installa tion and not properly replaced Then Rearrange containers so that they fit more tightly and take up less space Push the ice bin in all the way Put all pans shelves bins and baskets back into their correct position Clean gaskets according to the directions on page 24 Level the refr
5. clean To replace the trivet line up the ends of the trivet ing To remove the with the buttons on the trivet first remove all sides of the door liner items from the shelf Push the trivet straight Then push in slightly A om back until it snaps into and pull out on each place side of the inside tab and lift the trivet straight out 13 REMOVING THE DOOR TRIM ABOVE DISPENSER AREA on some MODELS The trim above the dispenser area may be easily To replace the trim line up each end of the trim removed for convenient above the trim pocket cleaning To remove opening in the door liner the trim piece first wall Then push the trim remove all items from straight down on both the shelf Then simply sides until it stops pull straight up on each IS end of the trim piece ADJUSTING THE DOOR BINS on some montets The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjusting To remove the bin simply lift the bin up and pull straight out To replace the bin slide it in above the desired support button and push down until it stops ADJUSTING THE CANTILEVER REFRIGERATOR SHELVES on some MODELS The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to match the way you use them Glass shelves are strong enough to hold bottles milk and other heavy food items To remove a shelf first remove all items from the shelf Then tilt up the front of the shelf and lift it at the back Pull the shelf
6. defrosting Recheck to see if the refrigerator is operating in 30 minutes Your refrigerator will regularly run an automatic defrost cycle If it is still not running after checking the above items call the Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 253 1301 THE LIGHTS DO NOT WORK Check if Then The power supply cord is unplugged Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker Replace the fuse or reset the circuit has tripped A light bulb is loose in the socket Turn the Refrigerator Control to OFF Disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical supply Gently remove the bulb and reinsert Then reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical supply and reset the Refrigerater Control A light bulb has burned out Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage size and shape See Changing the light bulbs on pages 21 and 22 29 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE THERE IS WATER IN THE DEFROST DRAIN PAN Check if Then The refrigerator is defrosting The water will evaporate It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan It is more humid than normal Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate This is normal when it is hot or humid Water in the defrost pan is overflowing Check to make sure your refrigerator is level See Leveling it on page 8 If it is still overflowing there is probably something wrong w
7. dispenser lever A small amount of ice may dispense after the lever is released Hold the container under the water dispenser two to three seconds after releasing the dispenser lever Water may continue to dispense during this time Remove the cube THE DISPENSER WATER IS NOT COOL ENOUGH Check if The refrigerator has been newly installed A large amount of water has been recently dispensed No water has been recently dispensed Then Allow 24 hours for the tank to cool completely Allow 24 hours for the tank to cool completely The first glass of water may not be cool Discard the first glass of water 33 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE OFF TASTE OR ODOR IN THE ICE Check if Then The plumbing connections are new causing Discard the first few batches of ice discolored or off flavored ice The ice cubes have been stored for too long Throw old ice away and make a new supply Food in the freezer has not been wrapped properly See page 28 for food storage instructions Freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned See page 24 for cleaning instructions Water contains minerals such as sulfur A filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals THE CENTER DIVIDER BETWEEN THE TWO COMPARTMENTS IS WARM Check if Then The condenser coil or base grille is dirty Clean according to the directions on page 25 or clogged If not due to any of above the warmth is probably due to normal operation o
8. ice maker has just been installed Wait 72 hours for full ice production to begin Once your refrigerator is cooled down the ice maker should begin producing 70 120 cubes every 24 hours A large amount of ice has just been removed Allow 24 hours for ice maker to restock The controls are not set correctly See Setting the controls on page 12 The water shut off valve is not turned completely on Tum valve on fully See Attaching the ice maker to a water supply on pages 9 11 There is a water filter installed on the refrigerator First check the filter installation instructions to ensure This filter may be clogged or installed incorrectly that the filter was installed correctly and is not clogged If installation or clogging is not a problem call the Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 253 1301 31 U 32 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE THE ICE DISPENSER WILL NOT OPERATE PROPERLY Check if Then The freezer door is not closed completely Push the door firmly shut If it will not shut all the way see The doors will not close completely on page 35 The ice bin is not installed correctly Push the ice bin in all the way If the ice bin does not go in all the way it may not be put in straight Pull it out and try again The wrong ice has been added to the bin Use only cubes produced by the current ice maker If other cubes have been added remove all cubes and check to see that none h
9. milk on Fresh smells interior shelf ean nen Butter or margarine Keep opened butter in covered dish or closed compartment When storing an extra supply wrap in freezer packaging and freeze 27 FOOD STORAGE GUIDE STORING FROZEN FOOD 28 The freezer section is designed for storage of commercially frozen food and for freezing food at home NOTE For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook Packaging The secret of successful freezing is in the packag ing The way you close and seal the package must not allow air or moisture in or out Packaging done in any other way could cause food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and drying of frozen food Packaging recommended for use Rigid plastic containers with tight fitting lids Straight sided canning freezing jars Heavy duty aluminum foil Plastic coated paper Non permeable plastic wraps made from saran film Specified Freezer self sealing plastic bags Follow package or container instructions for proper freezing methods Do not use Bread wrappers Non polyethylene plastic containers Containers without tight lids Wax paper Wax coated freezer wrap Thin semi permeable wrap The use of these wrappings could cause food odor taste transfer and drying of frozen food Freezing Do not expect your freezer to quick freeze a
10. some of the parts and features shown here and they may not match the illustration exactly Control panel Light p 12 p 21 Model and serial aS NAN Utility number label ae woe compartment on side wall 3 I imal P 2 ima Adjustable mea shelves Freezer light io glass or wire p 22 p 14 e OS Ice cube trays N Egg bin Ls e yw en Adjustable y SSS Crisper light freezer shelves fa p 21 p 17 ESS NNN TLA gt Crisper age TES i NN Freezer bin gt p 17 NA E gr EE p 16 Meat drawer p 15 Leveling rollers behind base grille p 8 AD gt 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS PARTS AND FEATURES NOTE This manual covers several different models The model you have purchased may have all or some of the parts and features shown here and they may not match the illustration exactly p 2 Model and serial Control panel Light Automatic ice maker mi PL number label p 12 p 21 ID p 18 on side wall Ice bin im A p 20 li Egg bin Light F er Adjustable p 22 Zak TE glass shelves wire shelves on Removable e f some par freezer shelvest p 14 p 17 on Imse Crisper light ice and water p 21 dispensing e is system ee Crisper pp 18 19 eine CS p 16 ro J merir Meat drawer J Slide out SS p 15 freezer basket _7 11
11. 40 watt appliance bulb 3 To replace the light shield Grasp the top center of the shield and insert the tabs on one end into the slotted holes in the freezer liner Carefully bend the shield at the center to insert the tabs on the other end Upper freezer light To change the dispenser area light 1 Reach through the dispenser area to remove the bulb 2 Replace the bulb with a heavy duty 10 watt bulb which can be purchased from your Whirlpool dealer Dispenser Light m Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR UNDERSTANDING THE SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your If your product is equipped with an ice maker old one didn t make Because the sounds are new you will hear a buzzing sound when the water to you you might be concerned about them Most valve opens to fill the ice maker for each cycle of the new sounds are normal Hard surfaces like You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulat the floor walls and cabinets can make the sounds ing the air through the refrigerator and freezer seem louder than they actually are Due to new compartments product designs there may be sounds that you are not familiar with The following describes the kinds of sounds that might be new to you and what may be making them As each cycle ends you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant equalizing in your refrigerator
12. Coils may need attachment to be cleaned as often as every other month Replace base grille REMOVING THE BASE GRILLE The base grille can be easily removed for access to the defrost pan and condenser coils You will need to remove the base grille to clean the defrost pan or the condenser coils see above To remove the base grille 1 Open both doors 2 Place hands along the ends of the grille with wae i Condenser Base your thumbs along the top Push in with your f R coils grille thumbs and pull up on the bottom NOTE Do not remove the Tech Sheet that is fastened behind the grille To replace the grille 1 Line up the grille support tabs with the metal clips 2 Push the grille firmly to snap it into place and close the doors Support tabs 25 VACATION AND MOVING CARE Short vacations If you will be away for less than four weeks there is no need to turn off your refrigerator Use these tips to prepare your refrigerator before you leave 1 Use up any perishables and freeze other items 2 Raise ice maker signal arm to the OFF up position and shut off the water supply 3 Empty the ice bin Long vacations If you will be gone for a month or more follow these steps to prepare your refrigerator 1 Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time 2 When the last load of ice drops turn off the ice maker and make sure all ice is dispensed out of the ice mak
13. IREMENTS LEVELING To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator allow for a inch 1 25 cm space on each side and at the top For models that have ice and water dispensers make sure you leave some extra space at the back to allow for the water line connections minimum at top and sides Move the refrigerator into it s final position Use a Front level and check that the refrigerator is level roller NOTE If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker do this before attaching the ice maker to a water supply If you move the refrigerator after the water line has been hooked up you may loosen or disconnect the fittings Your refrigerator has two leveling screws one on each side To level your refrigerator 1 Check to see if the rear of the refrigerator is refrigerator is placed on an uneven surface 2 Adjust the front of the refrigerator by removing the base grille see page 25 3 Turn the leveling screw clockwise on the side that you want to raise If you want to lower that side turn the screw counter clockwise level Shimming may be necessary if your Leveling screw Lower Right to raise left to lower Use a screw driver to adjust Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS LEVELING cont 4 Make sure that the doors are even If the freezer 6 If you are not hooking up an ice maker connect door is lower than the f
14. TANCE If you need further assistance you can write to Whirlpool with any questions or concerns at Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Consumer Assistance Center c o Correspondence Dept 414 N Peters Rd Knoxville TN 37922 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 36 Accessory and repair parts sales Do it yourself repair help Specialized customer assistance Spanish speak ing hearing impaired limited vision etc e Referrals to local dealers service companies and repair parts distributors Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area you can also look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages To locate FSP replacement parts in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number or your nearest authorized service center If the dealer authorized servicer and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem you can contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Program MACAP MACAP is a group of independent con sumer experts that voice consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry MACAP will in turn inform us of your action Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 Call 1 800 253 1301 This index is alphabetical It contains all the topics inc
15. TimeSmoart Tips Inside Use Care Side By Side Refrigerator Freezer A Note to You Refrigerator Safety 3 Parts and Features 4 Installing Your Refrigerator Using Your Refrigerator Caring for Your Refrigerator Food Storage GUIdE siiani 7 Requesting Assistance or Service 116 E er eee Warranty 800 253 1301 Center anytime with questions or comments Appliances PART NO 2189606 Vex ASS A NOTE TO You Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOG appliance Because your life is getting busier and more compli cated WHIRLPOOL refrigerators are easy to use save time and help you manage your home better To ensure that you enjoy years of trouble free operation we developed this Use and Care Guide It is full of valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail the Product Registration Card provided with your appliance The card helps us notify you about any new information for your appliance help you save time dar the most of your new appliance a Record your model s information Write down the following information about your refrigerator to better help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it You will need to know your complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number plate Dealer name Model nu
16. ave become stuck in the delivery chute The ice has frozen in the ice bin Shake the ice bin to separate cubes If cubes do not separate empty bin and wait 24 hours for ice to restock The ice has melted around the auger metal Dump the ice cubes and clean the ice bucket com spiral in the ice bucket pletely Allow 24 hours for the ice maker to re stock Do not try to remove the melted ice with a sharp object You could damage the ice bucket Ice is stuck in the delivery chute Clear the ice from the delivery chute with a plastic utensil Do not use anything sharp to remove the ice You could cause damage There is no ice in the bucket See How the controls work on page 12 The dispenser arm has been held in too long Release dispenser arm Ice will stop dispensing when the arm is held in too long Wait three minutes for dispenser motor to reset before using again For future use take large amounts of ice directly from the ice maker so that the dispenser arm is not held in too long 99 Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE THE WATER DISPENSER WILL NOT OPERATE PROPERLY Check if The freezer door is not closed completely The water tank has not filled The water shut off valve is not turned on or the water line is not connected at the source The water shut off valve is clogged or incorrectly installed There is a kink in the home water source line There is a water
17. be repaired in the home D Damage to your refrigerator caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool E Any food loss due to product failure F Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation 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 Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer if you need Service first see the Troubleshooting section of this book After checking Troubleshooting additional help can be found by checking the Requesting Assistance or Service section or by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S A PART NO 2189606 11 95 1995 Whirlpool U S A Registered Trademark TM Trademark of Whirlpool Printed in U S A
18. can damage the surface of your refrigerator For more information see Important Safety Instructions cn page 3 NOTE Do not remove any permaner t instruction labels inside your refrigerator or the Tech Sheet that is fastened under the front ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Before you move your refrigerator into its final location it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection Recommended Grounding Method A 115 Volt 60 Hz AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused grounded electrical supply is required It is recom mended that a separate circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch Do not use an extension cord Refer to the Electrical Requirements and Grounding Instructions Sheet in your Literature Package for more details NOTE Before performing any type of installation cleaning or removing a light bulb turn the Refrigerator Control to OFF and then unplug the refrigerator When you are finished with any of these steps plug the refrigerator in and reset the Refrigerator Control to the desired setting Cleaning before use After you remove all of the packaging materials clean your refrigerator before using it if needed See the cleaning instructions on page 24 for more information 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle Pl Refrigerator power cord 3 prong grounding plug INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR SPACE REQU
19. ce bin To remove the ice bin 1 Pull the covering panel out from the bottom and then slide it back toward the rear 2 Lift the signal arm so it clicks into the OFF up position Ice can still be dispensed but no more can be made 3 Lift up the front of the storage bin and pull it out A an aa at ae MO e ee eo 4 Empty the ice bin Use hot or warm water to melt the ice if necessary Never use anything sharp to break up the ice in the bin This can cause damage to the bin and the dispenser mechanism 5 Wash with a mild detergent and rinse well Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners or solvents When you replace the bin make sure it is pushed in all the way or the dispenser will not work Then push the signal arm down to the ON position to restart ice production Make sure the door is closed tightly Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR CHANGING THE LIGHT BULBS AWARNING y Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug the refrigerator before removing a light bulb Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock Your refrigerator has several light bulbs This sec tion shows you where they are located and tells you how to change them if they burn out Before you change any light bulb in your refrigerator be sure to turn the Refrigerator Control to OFF and unplug the refrigerator After you have replaced the bulb plug the refrigerator in and reset the Refrigerator C
20. er mechanism 3 Remove all food from your refrigerator 4 Tum the Refrigerator Control to OFF 5 Unplug the refrigerator 6 Remove water that may be in the defrost pan See page 25 7 Clean it wipe it and dry well 8 To keep the doors propped open far enough for air to get in tape rubber or wooden blocks to the tops of both doors This will stop odor and mold from building up POWER INTERRUPTIONS 26 If the electricity in your house goes off call the power company and ask how long it will be off 1 If the power will be out for 24 hours or less keep both doors closed to help foods stay cold and frozen If the power will be out for more than 24 hours a Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker OR b Place 2 ib 900 g of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot liter of freezer space This will keep the food frozen for two to four days While handling dry ice wear gloves to protect your hands from ice burns OR c If neither a food locker or dry ice is available use up or can perishable food at once Moving When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home follow these steps to prepare it for the move 1 Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time 2 Disconnect the water line from the back of the refrigerator When the last load of ice drops lift the signal arm to the OFF up position Remove all food from the refrige
21. etting will not cool the compart ments any faster The Freezer Control functions as an air flow director Setting A will direct FREEZER more of the cold air into the fresh food section while setting C will a LN c direct more of the cold air into the freezer section The cold air travels from the freezer compartment through the top vent into your fresh food section see the diagram Ensuring Proper Air Circulation on page 13 Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION In order to ensure proper temperatures you need to permit air flow between the two sections As shown in the illustration cold air enters the bottom of the freezer section A and moves up It then enters the fresh food section through the top vent B Air returns to the freezer through the vent at D Do not block any of these vents with food such as soda cereal bread etc If the vents are blocked air flow will be prevented and the tem perature controls will not function properly To adjust the air control vent C see Adjusting the Meat Drawer Temperature on page 15 IMPORTANT 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 prevent odor transfer from food wrap or cover foods tightly The door trivets may be removed for easier
22. f the automatic exterior moisture control If still concerned call the Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 253 1301 TEMPERATURE IS TOO WARM Check if Then The air vents are blocked in either compartment Remove any objects from in front of the air vents This prevents the movement of cold air from the Refer to page 13 for the location of air vents freezer to the refrigerator The door s are opened often Beware that the refrigerator will warm when this occurs In order to keep the refrigerator cool try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once keep food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is removed A large amount of food has just been added to Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator the refrigerator or freezer It can take several hours for the refrigerator to return to the normal temperature The controls are not set correctly for the surround See How the controls work on page 12 ing conditions T Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE THERE IS INTERIOR MOISTURE BUILD UP Check if The air vents are blocked in the refrigerator The door is opened often The room is humid The food is not packaged correctly The controls are not set correctly for the surround ing conditions A self defrost cycle was completed Then Remove any objects from in front of the air vents Refer to page
23. filter installed on the refrigerator This filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed Then Push the door firmly shut If it will not shut all the way see The doors will not close completely on page 35 The water tank needs to be filled the first time it is used Depress the water dispenser bar with a large container until you draw two or three quarts 1 9 to 2 8 L of water Discard water Refer to page 19 for further instructions on filling the water tank Check to be sure the water shut off valve is turned on and the water source is connected to the refrigerator Refer to pages 9 11 for directions Refer to pages 9 and 10 Call the Consumer Assis tance Center at 1 800 253 1301 or a plumber If you find or suspect a kink in the water line call the Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 253 1301 First check the filter installation instructions to ensure that the filter was installed correctly and is not clogged If installation or clogging is not a problem call the Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 253 1301 WATER OR ICE IS LEAKING FROM THE DISPENSER Check if The glass is not being held under the ice dispenser long enough causing the ice to spill The glass is not being held under the water dispenser long enough causing water to drip An ice cube is stuck in the chute and holding the trap door open Then Hold the container under the ice chute for two to three seconds after releasing the
24. g from cold water line Tube clamp Y inch com pression 11 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR To obtain the best possible results from your refrigerator it is important that you operate it properly This section tells you how to set the controls remove and adjust the features in your refrigerator and how to Save energy SETTING THE CONTROLS When you first install your refrigerator set the Refrigerator Control at 3 and the Freezer Control at B Give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food It is best to wait 24 hours before adding food How the controls work There are two controls in your refrigerator compartment Knowing how each works will help you set the controls properly for your own house hold conditions The Refrigerator Control functions as the thermostat REFRIGERATOR for the entire product fresh food and freezer sections The higher the number setting the longer the compressor will run to keep the temperature lower NOTE Your refrigerator will not cool when the Refrigerator Control in set to OFF Hold your hand in front of the top vent see the diagram Ensuring Proper Air Circulation on page 13 and adjust the Freezer Control to feel the difference in air flow Stay cool 12 IMPORTANT If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely your food may spoil Turning the Refrigerator and Freezer controls to a higher than recommended s
25. hout water cols require All installations must be in accordance with local Standard screwdriver plumbing code requirements As inch and 42 inch open end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches 14 inch nut driver 4 inch drill bit INSTALLATION IS NOT WARRANTED BY REFRIGERATOR OR ICE MAKER MANUFACTURER Hand drill or electric drill properly grounded Xe INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ATTACHING THE ICE MAKER TO A WATER SUPPLY cont Connecting to water line 10 1 Find a 12 inch to 14 inch vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator NOTE Horizontal pipe will work but the follow ing precaution must be taken Drill on the top side of the pipe not the bottom This will help keep water away from the drill This also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve Measure from connection on rear of refrigerator to water pipe Add 7 feet 2 1 m to allow for moving refrigerator for cleaning This is the length of inch O D copper tubing you will need for the job length from connection to water pipe PLUS 7 feet 2 1 m Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square Turn OFF main water supply Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water Using a grounded drill drill a inch hole on the cold water pipe you have selected Fasten shut off valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp Be sure outlet end is solidly in the Y s inch drilled hole in the wate
26. igerator Refer to Leveling it on page 8 Remove and replace the doors according to the removal instructions that came with your refrigerator Or call the Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 253 1301 THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN Check if The gaskets are dirty or sticky Then Clean gaskets according to the directions on page 24 35 REQUESTING ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE To avoid unnecessary service calls please check the Troubleshooting Guide on pages 29 35 It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the instructions below IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center toll free at 1 800 253 1301 Our consultants are available to assist you 24 hours a day 7 days a week When calling Please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance see page 2 This information will help us better respond to your request Our consultants provide assistance with Features and specifications on our full line of appliances Installation information Use and maintenance procedures IF YOU NEED REPLACEMENT PARTS If you need to order replacement parts we recom mend that you only use FSP factory authorized parts FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new WHIRLPOOL appliance FOR FURTHER ASSIS
27. ith the refrigerator Call the Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 253 1301 THE MOTOR SEEMS TO RUN T00 MUCH Check if Then The room temperature is hotter than normal Expect the motor to run longer under warm conditions At normal room temperatures expect your motor to run about 40 to 80 of the time Under warmer conditions expect it to run even more of the time A large amount of food has just been added to Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator the refrigerator It is normal for the motor to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down See food storage on page 27 The door is opened often Expect the motor to run longer when this occurs In order to conserve energy try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once keep food orga nized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is removed The controls are not set correctly for the See How the controls work on page 12 surrounding conditions The doors are not closed completely Push the doors firmly shut If they will not shut all the way see The doors will not close completely on page 35 The doors are misaligned See Leveling it on page 8 or call the Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 253 1301 The base grille is dirty or blocked This prevents air circulation and makes the motor work harder Remove the grille and clean See Removing the base grille on page 25 The condenser coi
28. le iawa 17 z Leveling rollers YE ioh Ergin h ME behind base grille Ww N 2 ee p 15 p 8 Base grille p 25 t Number varies with model PARTS AND FEATURES NOTE This manual covers several different models The model you have purchased may have all or some of the parts and features shown here and they may not match the illustration exactly Control panel Light 1 21 Model and serial p72 ney Utility number label compartment on side wall p 2 Adjustable Adjustable SPILLGUARD freezer shelves shelves P 17 p 14 Freezer light p 22 SS Ice cube trays g ii Snap on Aan Adjustable door trivet A Egg bin door bins p 13 Snack bin p 17 Crisper Crisper cover p 16 p 16 Freezer bin Meat drawer p 17 p 15 Leveling rollers behind base grille p 8 Base grille p 25 6 Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR It is important to prepare your refrigerator for use This section tells you how to clean it connect it to a power source install it and level it UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Removing packaging materials Remove tape and any labels from your refrigerator before using except the model and serial number label To remove any remaining tape or glue rub the area briskly with your thumb Do not use sharp instruments rubbing alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive Cleaners These products
29. lift the front and slide it out the rest of the way REMOVING THE FREEZER SHELF The freezer shelf is removable for easy cleaning or To remove the shelf lift the shelf off of the sup to create more open space in the freezer compart ports and slide out of ment for storage of large or bulk items the shelf support holes Replace in the reverse order 17 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR USING THE AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER Read the information below to learn how to operate your ice maker Before you turn the ice maker on be sure that it is attached to a water supply Instruc tions for the ice maker water supply hookup are on pages 9 10 of this manual The ON OFF lever is a wire signal arm Push the Ejector arm arm down to start making ice automatically and push it up to shut off the ice maker It is normal for the ice to be attached at the corners It will break apart easily The ice maker will not operate until the freezer is cold enough to make ice This can take as long as overnight if ice is not being made fast enough and more ice is needed turn the Refrigerator Control toward a higher number in half number steps For example if the control is at 3 move it to between 3 and 4 Wait 24 hours and if necessary gradually turn the Freezer Control toward C waiting 24 hours in between each increase REMEMBER The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the water supply that the ice maker is
30. ls are dirty This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder Clean the condenser coils See Cleaning your refrigerator on page 25 If the problem is not due to any of the above remem ber that your new refrigerator will run longer than your old one due to its high efficiency motor a3 Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE THE ICE MAKER IS NOT PRODUCING ICE Check if Then The freezer temperature is not cold enough to See Setting the controls on page 12 produce ice The ice maker arm is in the OFF up position Lower arm to the ON down position See Using the automatic ice maker on page 18 The water line shut off valve to the refrigerator is Turn on the water valve See Attaching the ice not turned on maker to a water supply on pages 9 11 If not due to any of the above there may be a problem with the water line Contact the Consumer Assistance Center at 1 800 253 1301 An ice cube is jammed in the ejector arm Remove the ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil See page 18 for ejector arm location The ice maker mold has no water in it or no ice Check to see if your refrigerator has been connected has been produced to your home water supply and the supply shut off valve is turned on See Attaching the ice maker to a water supply on pages 9 11 THE ICE MAKER IS PRODUCING TOO LITTLE ICE Check if Then The
31. luded in this manual along with the pages on which you can find each topic TOPIC PAGE AIR CIRCULATION cescccssesseeeseeeseeteagensenseseceusneees 13 BASE GRILLE PRREMOVING asea a 25 CLEANING falo tO EAE T 24 MOVIAG E AS AE TT 26 Vacation Jesccsscssesiiescevesensvelestisstverseasdeecedaddeacwosootesees 26 CONTROLS How they WOrK ccccesseceeeseeeeeeseeeseenecseeeaeeseeenseenas 12 S tting rer eaa aes a O tees 12 FOOD STORAGE rA E A 28 Fresh Food oin ccs issvscessteeseteeyiosinestarvettesbiiessetness tenses 27 FREEZER SECTION RERNA R E A ATT 17 Shelve S aai a e aE a a s 17 ICE MAKER Attaching to a water supply s es Diataveece 9 10 Removing storage DIN cece esecseecseeeeeseneesetens 20 WISIN Gs AE E E A AE 18 LIGHT BULBS GAN QING wecsascnvsegeccdieectiecacsiieccesdesscateseveseetecvenss 21 22 PARTS AND FEATURES cccesscccesssesessseeeeeesners 4 6 TOPIC PAGE POWER INTERRUPTIONS ce esccsessereseesenreneseorees 26 REFRIGERATOR SECTION DOOr BINS a a ere aaron sarar eei aisd i ana ea 14 Door riM aani aenn aian eaire iria 14 CHISPEP sssiniineseseuiasiroirisdesneriserasdastisnnnarsdreninbisontoineiie 16 CriSper COVED sesssseeseseresrerresresrerresrerrensensrereretnarereres 16 Meat drawer o cccecscesccuscsesnseeeeeessecseseeteeeeeasenans 15 Snack DIM na nna a N R A 17 SAFETY EE PE E EEE O E 3 SERVICE Requesting eeeeseeseresereresreesersrererssenenesensresresrrer
32. mber Address Serial number Purchase date Phone number See Parts and Features on pages 4 6 for model and serial number label location Keep this book and your sales slip together tor future reference Call Gg toll free anytime with comitet at vis 4 800 i a eats i Ks 1 800 25371 1301 EIER ONT A TIE TR E Te 8 2E REFRIGERATOR SAFETY Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety statements under a warning symbol This symbol alerts you to such dangers as fire electrical shock burns and personal injury Please pay special attention to this symbol and follow any instructions given IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING Read all instructions before using the refrigerator Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will just sit in the garage a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator do it safely Please read the enclosed safety booklet from the Association of Home Appliance Manu facturers Help prevent accidents To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using your refrigerator follow these basic precautions Never allow children to operate play with or crawl inside the refrigerator Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion FOR YOUR SAFETY
33. move the tape label from the valve inlet and insert copper tubing until it bottoms out approxi mately 34 inch Tighten nut by hand as much as possible then turn the nut an additional turn using a wrench Do not overtighten Re attach the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet Skip to step 2 For style 2 disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the product and insert copper tubing through the clamp as shown at the right Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a com pression nut and sleeve as shown Tighten the compression nut Do not overtighten Reattach the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet Move to step 2 Tum shut off valve ON CHECK FOR LEAKS TIGHTEN ANY CONNECTIONS INCLUDING CONNECTIONS AT THE VALVE OR NUTS THAT LEAK The ice maker is equipped with a built in water strainer If local water conditions require periodic cleaning or a well is your source of water supply a second water strainer should be installed in the 14 inch water line Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer Install at either tube connection After installation connect the refrigerator to the electrical supply and push it back into place Check to make sure the refrigerator is level See Leveling on page 8 Style 1 valve Copper tubing clamp Style 2 valve ATTACHING THE ICE MAKER TO A WATER SUPPLY conr Mounting screw Water inlet Use only inch copper tubin
34. ny large quantity of food Put no more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours no more than two to three Ibs of food per cubic foot 907 1 350 g per liter of freezer space Leave enough space for air to circulate around packages Be careful to leave enough room at the front so the door can close tightly Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of the food the type of packaging or wrap used airtight and moisture proof and the storage temperature Ice crystals inside a sealed package are normal This simply means that moisture in the food and air inside the package has condensed creating ice crystals Save Energy Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE You can solve many common refrigerator problems easily saving you the cost of a possible service call Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve your problem without outside help If the suggestions do not work please call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center toll free from anywhere in the U S at 1 800 253 1301 YOUR REFRIGERATOR WILL NOT OPERATE Check if Then The power supply cord is unplugged Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker Replace the fuse or reset the circuit has tripped The refrigerator control is turned to the See Setting the controls on page 12 OFF position The refrigerator is
35. ontrol to the desired setting NOTE Not all commercial appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size and shape To change the refrigerator light 1 Reach behind the Control Panel and remove the bulb 2 Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb To change the crisper light 1 Pull the top of the light shield forward until it snaps free and lower until the light bulb is visible Crisper light 2 Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb Nn 3 Pull the top of the light shield up over the bulb and snap it onto the side wall supports Ss NOTE To remove light shield for cleaning remove the crisper and the crisper cover Then release the bottom of the shield from the lower side wall supports Pull the light shield out from above the crisper cover and wash it with warm water and a liquid detergent Dry the cover and replace it in the reverse order Refrigerator light 21 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR CHANGING THE LIGHT BULBS cont To change the light below the ice bin 1 Push in the sides of the light shield and pull down until the shield snaps free 2 Replace the bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb 3 Replace the light shield To change the upper freezer light on some models 1 Remove the light shield by grasping the top center of the shield and pulling forward while turning it slightly to one side 2 Replace the bulb with a
36. r pipe and that washer is under the pipe clamp Tighten packing nut Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing especially if soft coiled copper tubing is used Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on copper tubing as shown in diagram Insert end of tubing into outlet end squarely as far as it will go Screw compression nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench Do not overtighten Turn ON main water supply and flush out tubing until water is clear Tum OFF shut off valve on the water pipe Coil copper tubing Vertical cold water pipe Compres sion sleeve Washer Pipe clamp Compression nut inch O D copper tubing length from inlet on rear of refrigerator to water pipe plus 7 feet 2 1 m TO REFRIGERATOR gt Controls water supply Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS Connecting to refrigerator NOTE The first step for connecting the water line to your refrigerator is different depending on the type of water valve provided with your refrigerator See the diagrams at right to determine the style of valve you have On kit models assemble water valve to refrigerator per kit instructions 1 For style 1 disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the product and insert the copper tubing through the clamp as shown at the right Re
37. rator and pack all frozen food in dry ice Tum the Refrigerator Control to OFF Unplug the refrigerator Empty water from she defrost pan Clean wipe and dry the entire product well Take out all removable parts wrap them well and tape them together so they don t shift and rattle during the move Screw in the levelirig rollers Tape the doors shut and the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet When you get to your new home put everything back and see page 7 for preparation instructions Also if your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker remember to reconnec the home water source to the refrigerator 10 11 REMEMBER A full freezer stays cold longer than a partly filled one A freezer full of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked goods If food contains ice crystals it may be safely refrozen _ although the quality and flavor may be affected If the condition of the food is poor or if you feel it is unsafe dispose of it Questions Call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S A Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS FOOD STORAGE GUIDE There is a correct way to package and store refrigerated or frozen food To keep food fresher longer take the time to study these recommended steps STORING FRESH FOOD Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and Cheese moisture proof material unless otherwi
38. resh food door turn the the refrigerator to the electrical supply after leveling screw on the freezer side clockwise If leveling and then see page 12 the fresh food door is lower turn the leveling screw on that side clockwise 5 Replace the base grille ATTACHING THE ICE MAKER TO A WATER SUPP Read all directions carefully before you begin AWARNING NOTE Your appliance dealer has a kit available with a inch saddle type shut off valve a union and copper tubing Before purchasing make sure a saddle type valve complies with your local plumb ing codes Do not use a piercing type or 16 inch saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily Cold water supply The ice maker water valve contains a flow washer which is used as a water pressure regulator The ice maker needs to be connected to a cold water line with water pressure limitations of 20 120 psi If a problem occurs call your utility company Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug the refrigerator before installing ice maker Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock IMPORTANT IMPORTANT l t may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to Use copper tubing only and check for leaks begin producing ice Install ice maker tubing in areas where If operating the refrigerator before installing the temperatures are above freezing water connection turn ice maker to the OFF T d position to prevent operation wit
39. s of ice may have an off flavor due to the new plumbing and parts Throw this ice away The water dispenser The water for the dispenser comes from a tank behind the meat drawer It holds approximately 1 quarts 1 5 L To start the water dispenser when the refrigerator is first hooked up press the water dispenser bar with a glass or jar until you draw and discard two or three quarts 1 9 to 2 8 L It will take one to three minutes for water to begin dispensing This first water that you draw and discard will fill the tank and pipes Allow several hours to cool a new tankful NOTE The small tray beneath the dispenser is designed to evaporate small drips Do not pour water into the tray because there is no drain in it To dispense water press a sturdy glass against the water dispenser bar Remove the glass to stop dispensing REMEMBER Dispense enough water every week to maintain a fresh water supply in the tank 19 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REMOVING THE ICE MAKER STORAGE BIN 20 There are several reasons why you may need to re move empty and clean the ice maker storage bin The ice dispenser has not or will not be used for a week or more A power failure causes the ice in the bin to melt and freeze together The ice dispenser is not used regularly Ice tastes off flavored See Troubleshooting guide on page 34 It any of these conditions apply to you follow the instructions on removing the i
40. s your ice cream firm and vour drinks as cold as you like 23 CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service However there are a few things you can do to help extend its product life This section tells you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation moving or during a power outage CLEANING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost a automatically However clean both about once a month to help prevent le odors from building up Wipe up spills bd PA right away To clean your refrigerator turn the Refrigerator Control to OFF unplug it take out all removable parts and clean the refrigerator accord ing to the following directions PART Removable parts shelves crisper etc Outside Inside walls allow freezer to warm up so cloth won t stick Door liners and gaskets Plastic parts covers and panels 24 WHAT TO USE Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water Sponge cloth or paper towel with mild detergent warm water and a good appliance wax or good auto paste wax Sponge or soft cloth with baking soda or mild detergent and warm water Sponge or soft cloth with mild detergent and warm water Sponge or soft cloth with mild detergent and warm water AWARNING ANN aes Burn Hazard Do not touch refrigeration tubes near defrost pan Doing so can res
41. se freezing or ice crystals depending on the items you have in the meat drawer 15 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REMOVING THE CRISPER AND CRISPER COVER The crisper and its cover are designed for easy removal and cleaning To remove the crisper slide it straight out to the stop and lift the front Then slide it out the rest of the way Replace the crisper in the reverse order To remove the cover hoid it firmly with both hands lift the front out of the supports and pull it up and out To replace the cover fit the back of the cover into the notch supports on the walls of the refrigerator and lower the front into place i Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REMOVING THE SNACK BIN on some MoDELs The snack bin provides a convenient place to store raisins nuts spreads and other small items at normal refrigerator temperatures To remove the snack bin slide the snack bin straight out to the stop lift the front and slide the bin out the rest of the way Replace the snack bin in the reverse order stop lift the front and pull again The freezer basket can be used to store bags of To replace the basket position it on the slides frozen fruits and vegetables that can slide off E making sure that the freezer shelves wire stops Clear the front of the slides and For easy removal of the freezer basket slide it out slide it in all the way to the stop
42. se noted This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator For dated products check code date to ensure freshness Leafy vegetables Leftovers Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off bruised sh GR ia SAEN A N E E and discolored areas Wash in cold water and drain aslie Containers WI Hg i Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store Meat in crisper ea Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to use it Once opened rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is Vegetables with skins airtight and mois ure proof Rewrap if necessary carrots peppers See the following for storage times When storing Sivan f meat longer than the times given freeze the meat Store in crisper plastic bags or plastic container Chicken sassa 1 2 days Bacon 5 7 days Fruit Ground beef 1 2 days Cold cuts 3 5 days Wash let dry and store in refrigerato in plastic Steaks roasts 3 5 days Variety meats 1 2 days bags or crisper Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use Sort and keep berries in original container in a crisper or store in a loosely Fish closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf Cured meats 7 10 days Use fresh fish anda shellfish the same day Eggs as purchased Store without washing in original carton on interior shelf Milk Wipe milk cartons For best storage place
43. sene 36 SOUNDS Understanding s seseseeeresreessererserseresrerreneesrsrrsesees 23 STORAGE MOVING EE A E 26 VACATION coicsicndessccceenheaiseducvcarseve aaa nia ie 26 TEMPERATURE Controlling sssosssessseeersesrssrororsessssareroresssenreonosseersee 12 Meat drawer cccccsssscscsseceseccusescersrersesceserereseneneens 15 TROUBLESHOOTING sesesssaseersrrreeraresrrerenreassssere 29 35 WARRANTY vcsvcescciccessroncnsbidacceesssavedoveventeteveeventeeduoniges 40 37 WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL REFRIGERATOR FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials WARRANTY or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool From Date of Purchase service company FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship in the sealed refrigeration system These parts are 1 Compressor 2 Evaporator 3 Condenser 4 Drier 5 Connecting tubing Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of your refrigerator 2 Instruct you how to use your refrigerator 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing 4 Replace light bulbs B Repairs when your refrigerator is used in other than normal single family household use C Pickup and delivery Your refrigerator is designed to
44. straight out To replace a shelf guide the rear shelf hooks into the slots of the shelf supports on the back liner of the refrigerator Tilt the front of the shelf up until the rear hooks drop into the slots and then lower the front of the shelf into position F Call 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS REMOVING THE MEAT DRAWER AND COVER To remove the meat drawer Slide the meat drawer straight out to the stop Lift the front slightly and slide it out the rest of the way Replace in the reverse order To remove the cover Remove the meat drawer and the crisper Lift the front of the cover off of the supports and remove it by pulling up and out To replace the cover Fit the back of the cover into the notch supports on the walls of the refrigerator and lower it into place Replace the meat drawer and crisper The meat drawer is cooled from cold air that flows To adjust the temperature slide the control from in from the freezer side to side to let more or less cold air into the meat 8 compartment through drawer Set the control toward Cold for a slightly a vent in the wall of cooler temperature or toward Colder for a much the refrigerator See cooler temperature Ensuring Proper Air Circulation vent C on page 13 This helps to keep the meat drawer colder than the rest of the refrigerator for better storage of meats NOTE Putting the control on the coldest setting may cau
45. ult in burns HOW TO CLEAN Hand wash rinse arid dry thoroughly Wash outside of cabinet Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners Wipe and dry thoroughly Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year Apply wax with a clean soft cloth Waxing exterior painted metal surfaces helps provide rust protection Do not get wax on plastic parts or gaskets Wash with mixture of warm water and mild detergent or baking soda 2 tbs to 1qt about 25 g to 1L of water Wipe and dry thoroughly Wash wipe and dry thoroughly DO NOT USE cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic parts or gaskets Wash wipe and dry thoroughly DO NOT USE paper towels window sprays scouring cleansers or flammable fluids These can scratch or damage plastic parts See Important Safety Instructions on page 3 Cal 1 800 253 1301 WITH QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR CLEANING YOUR REFRIGERATOR cont PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Defrost pan Sponge or cloth with mild Remove base grille See below detergent and warm water Reach into small opening at left edge and remove the defrost pan Wash rinse and dry thoroughly Replace defrost pan Make sure to push it com pletely into the opening Replace base grille Condenser Vacuum cleaner with Remove base grille coils extended narrow Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty

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