® TOP-MOUNT REFRIGERATOR Use & Care Guide Table of Contents ............................................2 www.crosley.
TABLE OF CONTENTS REFRIGERATOR SAFETY .............................................................3 Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator....................................3 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION.................................................4 Unpacking ....................................................................................4 Location Requirements ................................................................4 Electrical Requirements .................................................
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION Location Requirements WARNING Unpacking WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator. Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. Removing packaging materials ■ Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the refrigerator.
Electrical Requirements Water Supply Connection Read all directions carefully before you begin. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄ in. drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten the 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. 7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the copper tubing as shown.
Door Reversal (optional) Door Stop Screw Door Hinge Hole Plug Door Handle Sealing Screw Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug Flat-Head Handle Screw Door Handle Seal Screw Front Door Handle Screw Cover 4. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 4). 5. Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 7). 6. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 5). 7.
Door Removal & Replacement Door Swing Reversal (optional) 1-2 2 Base Grille 1 1 1. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs 2 3 1-1 1 Top Hinge 11 1. Door Hinge Hole Plug 1 1. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws 2 3 1 1. Top Hinge Cover 2. 5/16 " Hex-Head Hinge Screws 3. Top Hinge 1. Flat-Head Handle Screws 2. Freezer Handle 4 Center Hinge 1 7 1 1. Door Handle Sealing Screws 2 Side View Front View 5 1. Center Hinge 2. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws 1. Door Stop Screw 2. Door Stop Bottom Hinge 1 1.
■ Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items at the desired temperatures and to minimize energy usage. The high efficiency compressor and fans may cause your refrigerator to run longer than your old one. You may also hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound from the compressor or fans adjusting to optimize performance. ■ You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
Using the Control(s) For your convenience, your refrigerator control(s) are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the control(s) are still preset to the mid-settings as shown. NOTE: To turn your refrigerator off, turn the refrigerator control to the word OFF or until the word OFF appears. Your product will not cool when the refrigerator control is set to OFF.
REMEMBER: ■ Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced. ■ The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the water supplied to your ice maker. Avoid connecting the ice maker to a softened water supply. Water softener chemicals (such as salt) can damage parts of the ice maker 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.
Crispers and Meat Drawers 2. Replace the meat drawer cover by fitting the notches and rear edge of the cover over rear and center crossbars on the shelf. Lower cover into place and replace the meat drawer. (on some models) Drawers To remove and replace a drawer: 1. Slide drawer straight out to the stop. Lift the front of the drawer and slide it out the rest of the way. 2. Replace a drawer by sliding it back in fully past the stop.
Meat Storage Guide Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary. See the following chart for storage times. When storing meat longer than the times given, freeze the meat. Fresh fish or shellfish ........................ use same day as purchased Chicken, ground beef, variety meats (liver)...................... 1-2 days Cold cuts, steaks/roasts .................................................. 3-5 days Cured meats ...................................
DOOR FEATURES Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled with the word “Accessory.” Not all accessories will fit all models. If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please call the toll-free number on the cover or in the “Assistance or Service” section. Door Rails The door rails may be removed for easier cleaning.
REFRIGERATOR CARE Cleaning 5. There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal home operating environments. If the environment is particularly greasy or dusty, or there is significant pet traffic in the home, the condenser should be cleaned every two to three months to ensure maximum efficiency. If you need to clean the condenser: ■ Remove the base grille (see “Base Grille” or “Door Removal” section).
Vacation and Moving Care Vacations If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you’re away: 1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items. 2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: ■ Raise wire shutoff arm to OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting. ■ TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Your refrigerator will not operate ■ Is the power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
The refrigerator seems to make too much noise ■ The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator. See the “Normal Sounds” section. The water dispenser will not operate properly ■ Has the water system not filled? The water system needs to be filled the first time it is used. Use a sturdy container to depress the water dispenser until water begins to flow. Dispense and discard 2 to 3 gal. (8 to 12 L) of water. This will take approximately 6 to 7 minutes and will help clear air from the line.
Temperature is too warm Are the air vents blocked in either compartment? This prevents cold air movement between the compartments. Move objects away from the air vents. See the “Ensuring Proper Air Circulation” section for air vent locations. ■ ■ Are the door(s) opened often? The refrigerator will warm when this occurs. Keep the refrigerator cool by getting all items out at one time, keeping food organized, and closing the door as soon as possible.
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CROSLEY® REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON REFRIGERATOR For one year from the date of purchase, when this refrigerator (excluding the water filter) is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for factory specified replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company.
