Y?bfl 4a Home ol@ Appliances UseAndCare Table of Contents (complete) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 A Note to You . . . . .. .. . .. . . . .. 2 Refrigerator Safety . . . . . . . 3 Parts and Features .. . . .. . 4 Before Using Your Refrigerator .. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using Your Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . 8 Attaching the optional ice maker to a water supply .. . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . 14 Reversing the door swing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of Contents 3 Page Adjusting the crisper cover track ......................... .12 12 Adjusting the freezer shelf .................................... 4 Using the optional automatic ice maker .............. 13 6 Attaching the optional ice maker to a water supply ........................................................ Removing the base grille ...................................... 14 Changing the light bulbs ...................................... 17 Page 2 A Note to You ......................
Refrigerator Your safety is important Safety This symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire, electrical shock, or other injuries. to us. This guide contains statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the warning symbol.
Parts and Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your appliance. Use them to become familiar with where all parts and features are located and what they look like. Page references are included for your convenience. NOTE: The model you have purchased may not match the illustration exactly. STYLE may have all or some of the parts and features This manual covers several models. shown and they 1 Ice cube trays \ Freezer shelf (P. 12) Easy-clean freezer bottom R Control panel (P.
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Before Using 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. For information on how to attach the ice maker to a water supply, see page 14, or for information on how to reverse the door swing, see page 19. Cleaning Removing your packaging refrigerator materials Remove tape and any inside labels (except the model and serial number label) before using the refrigerator.
Installing it properly 1. Allow l/2 inch (1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top of the refrigerator for ease of installation. 2. If the hinge side of the refrigerator is to be against a wall, you might want to leave extra space so the door can be opened wider. 3. The refrigerator can be flush against the back wall. Leveling it Burn Hazard Do not touch refrigeration tubes near defrost pan. Doing so can result in burns.
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 Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are in the refrigerator. When you plug in the refrigerator for the first time: 1. Set the Refrigerator Control to 3 (Recommended Setting).
Removing the drop-in door trim TO remove the trim piece: 1. Remove all items from the shelf. 2. Pull straight Up on the trim piece at each end, To replace the trim piece: 1. Locate each end of the trim piece above the trim pocket opening. 2. Push the trim piece straight down until it stops. 3. Replace items on the shelf. Removing the snap-on door trim To remove the trim piece: 1. km’we all items from the shelf. 2. Pull out On the inside tab at each end. 3. Lift trim piece straight out.
Adjusting the door bins To remove door bins: 1. Lift bin up. 2. Pull bin straight out. To replace door bins: 1. Slide bin in above desired support button. 2. Push down until it stops. Adjusting the refrigerator Adjust the shelves to match the way you use your refrigerator. Glass shelves are strong enough to hold bottles, milk, and other heavy food items. NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Handle them carefully. To remove a shelf: 1. Remove items from shelf. 2. Tilt shelf up at front. 3. Lift shelf at back.
Removing the meat drawer and cover To remove the meat drawer: 1. Slide meat drawer out to the stop. 2. Lift front of meat drawer. 3. Slide meat drawer out the rest of the way. 4. Replace in reverse order. To adjust the cover position: 1. Tilt front of cover up. 2. Lift back of cover. 3. Pull cover straight out. (Style 1) To replace the cover: 1. Guide the cover’s rear hooks into the slots in the shelf supports on the cabinet wall. 2. Tilt cover up at the front until the hooks drop into the slots. 3.
Adjusting (on some the crisper cover models) For your convenience, one crisper may be larger than the other, and your crisper cover may have an adjustable track so you can switch positions of the crispers. This allows you to store celery and other longer items in a crisper. You can adjust the cover track with the cover in the refrigerator by removing the crispers and the glass cover insert. To remove the center track: 1. Push up glass insert from bottom, then slide out with both hands. 2.
Using the optional automatic If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, or if you plan to add one later (contact the dealer for ice maker kit number), here are a few things you should know. l The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm. DOWN to make ice automatically UP to shut off the ice maker IMPORTANT: Do not turn ice maker on until you connect it to the water supply. l If you remove the ice bin, raise the signal arm to shut off the ice maker.
Attaching the optional ice maker carefully you begin. Read all directions before to a water supply NOTE: Your appliance dealer has a kit available with a %-inch saddle type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use piercing type or %-inch saddle valves which reduce water flow and clog more easily. Cold Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug the refrigerator before installing ice maker.
5. Fasten shutoff valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be sure outlet end is solidly in the %-inch drilled hole in the water 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 over-tighten or you may crush the copper tubing, especially if soft (coiled) copper tubing is used. Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing. 6.
Removing I the base grille Burn Hazard Do not touch refrigeration tubes near defrost pan. Doing so can result in burns. To remove the base grille: 1. Open the refrigerator door. 2. Grasp the grille with both hands. 3. Push down on the top edge of the grille to release the top clips. 4. Tilt the grille toward you to release the bottom clips. 5. Pull grille away from the refrigerator. NOTE: Do not remove the Tech Sheet fastened behind the grille. To replace the base grille: 1.
Changing the light bulbs Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug the refrigerator before removing light bulb. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. To 1. 2. 3. 4. a change refrigerator light: Unplug the refrigerator. Reach behind Control Panel to remove bulb. Replace with a 40-watt appliance bulb. Plug in the refrigerator. NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace a bulb with one of the same size and shape.
Understanding the sounds Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Don’t be. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the floor, walls, and cabinets can make the sounds seem louder. The following describes the kinds of sounds that might be new to you, and what may be making them.
Reversing TOOLS the door swing NEEDED: 5A6-inch hex-head socket wrench, No. 2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, M-inch open-end wrench IMPORTANT l l l l l l l l l Reversing the hinges TOP HINGE INFORMATION: Before you begin, turn refrigerator OFF, unplug it, and remove any food from door shelves. Remove base grille. (See page 16). When removing hinges, keep doors closed until ready to lift free from cabinet. To remove doors, start at the top hinge and work your way down.
Reversing %s-inch HEX HEAD HINGE SCREW 20 the handles COUNTERSINK SCREW OVAL SEALING SCREW (USE ON BOTTOM OF DOORS) HANDLE SCREW OVAL SEALING SCREW (USE ON TOP OF DOORS)
for Your Refrigerator Caring 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 automatically. However, clean both about once a month to help prevent odors from building up. Wipe up spills *. right away.
Vacation Short and moving care vacations No need to shut off the refrigerator if you will be away for less than four weeks. 1. Use up any perishables. 2. Freeze other items. 3. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: l Raise signal arm to OFF (up) position. l Shut off water supply to the ice maker. Long vacations If you will be gone a month or more: 1. Remove all food from the refrigerator. 2.
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 Butter or margarine Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material. This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator. For dated products, check code date to ensure freshness. Keep opened butter in covered dish or closed compartment.
Storing frozen food 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, contact your local Cooperative Extension Service or check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook. Packaging The secret to successful freezing is in the packaging. The way you close and seal the package must not allow air or moisture in or out.
Troubleshooting Performance problems often result from little things you can fix without tools. Please read through “Before calling for assistance . . .” below before calling for service on your appliance. Before calling for assistance ... Listed in this chart are the most common problems consumers run into with their appliances. this and see if it can solve your problem.
Assistance Requesting For assistance or service: Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* ... Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center ~-i telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: 1-800-253-l 301 and talk with one of our trained consultants.
Warranty WHIRLPOOL@ Refrigerator Warranty r ILENGTH OF WARRANTY IFULL ONE-YEAR 1WARRANTY IFrom Date of Purchase IFULL , FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY IFrom Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship in the sealed refrigeration system. These parts are: 1.