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A Note To You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance. You have purchased a quality, worldclass home appliance. Years of engineering experience went into its manufacturing. To ensure that you enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance.
Important l l l Safety 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. Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the refrigerator. Instructions Never clean refrigerator parts with flammabfe fluids.
Parts And Features This section contains captioned illustrations. Use them to become familiar with where all parts and features are located and what they look like. Your refrigerator may have some or all of the features shown, and they may not look like the illustrations. This manual covers many models. Light (on aome mot Automatic ke maker with cubed and crushed Ice kh) Control rs.- Model and aerial number label (on l kie wall) ) Light I II < Iln-&ii-- I /I 777 III Utility bin Utility .
Before Using Your Refrigerator In This Section Cleaning it . .. . . .. . .. .. . .. .. .. . .. .. . .. .. .. . .. .. . .. .. .. 5 Installing Plugging it in . .. . . .. . .. .. . .. .. .. . .. .. . .. .. .. . .. .. . .. 5 Leveling Page Page it properly . .. .. .. . .. .. . .. .. .. . .. .. . .. 6 it . .. .. .. . .. .. . .. .. .. . . .. .. .. .. .. . . . .. . .. .. .. . 6 It is important to prepare your refrigerator for use.
Installing it properly 1. Allow I/Z inch (1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top of the refrigerator for ease of installation. 2. If the refrigerator is to be against a wall, you might want to leave extra space on the hinge side closest to the wall so the door can be opened wider. 3. The refrigerator can be flush against the wall. 4. Make sure ice maker water supply has been connected. Refer to Installation Instructions.
Using Your Refrigerator In This Section Page Setting the controls ................. .. ...... ... 8 Page Removing the snack bin ................. .14 Changfng the control settings ..... ... ... 8 Adjusting the wine rack .................. .14 Removing the door shelf fronts ........ 9 Removing the freezer baskets.. ...... .14 Removing the door trim ....... ......-.. 10 Removing the freezer shelf.. ........... .14 Adjusting the door blns ... ....... .........
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. Refrigerator Control adjustments 1 (warmest) to 5 (coldest). range from 2. Set the Freezer Control to B. Freezer Control adjustments range from A (warmest) to C (coldest). 3. Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. This may take several hours.
Changing the control settings If you need to adjust temperatures in refrigerator or freezer, use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. If you have questions, call our Consumer Assistance Center number. (See Daoe 29.) . .CONDITION: REASON: Refrigerator section too warm l Freezer section too warm Refrigerator section too cold Ice not made fast enough Both sections too warm Removing l l l l l Adjust the Refrigerator Control first. Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments.
Removing (on some the door trim (dispenser models) Remove the trim above the dispenser area for easier cleaning. To remove trim: 1. Remove all items from the shelf. 2. Pull straight up at each end of the trim. To replace trim: 1. Line up each end of the trim above the trim pocket opening in the door liner wall. 2. Push the trim straight down until it stops. 3. Replace items on the shelf. Adjusting the door bins To remove door bins: 1. Lift bin up. 2. Pull bin straight out.
Removing the tall-bottle retainer The tall-bottle retainer fits onto any door bin in your refrigerator. The retainer helps to hold tall-bottles in place when opening and closing the refrigerator door. To remove tall-bottle retainer: 1. Grasp center of retainer. 2. Pull up and off of bin. To replace tall-bottle retainer: 1. Position retainer above desired door bin. 2. Gently push retainer down onto bin. 3. Make sure both side notches sit firmly against bin.
Using the egg bin The egg bin has three pieces -the lid, the egg carrier, and the bin. Use the egg bin to hold one, two or three dozen eggs. / To hold one dozen eggs: Place a dozen eggs into the egg canter. Then place the egg carrier into the bin and cover with the lid. To hold two dozen eggs: Place two dozen eggs loose in the bin and cover them with the lid. Use the carrier to transport eggs between bin and your cooking area. To hold three dozen eggs: Place two dozen eggs loose in the bin.
Adjusting the crisper humidity control You can control the amount of humklii in the moisture-sealed crisper. l The control can be adjusted to any setting between LOW and HIGH. l LOW (open) lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins. l HIGH (dosed) keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables. Removing the meat drawer To remove the meat drawer: 1. Slide the meat drawer straight out to the stop. 2. Lii the front slightly. 3.
Removing the snack bin To remove the snack bin: 1. Slide snack bin straight out to the stop with an even, constant motion. 2. Lii the front. 3. Slide bin out the rest of the way. 4. Replace in reverSe order. Adjusting the wine Pull out to the atop, lift the front md pull again. rack To remove the wine rack: 1. Lii front of wine rack 2. Pull rack off rear support. 3. Replace in reverse order. Removing the freezer baskets To remove a basket: 1. Slii basket out to the stop.
Using the THIRSTCRUSHER” system dispensing The ice dispenser Ice dispenses from the ice maker storage bin in the freezer. When you press the dispenser bar, a trapdoor opens in a chute between the dispenser and the ice bin. 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 the trapdoor doses. The dispenser system will not operate when the freezer door is open. For crushed ice, cubes are crushed before being dispensed.
The water dispenser Chilled water comes from a tank behind the meat drawer. It holds approximately 1 l/i quarts (1.5 L). When the refrigerator is first hooked up, press the water dispenser bar with a glass or jar until you draw and discard 2 or 3 quarts (1.9 to 2.8 L). The water you draw and discard rinses the tank and pipes. Allow several hours to chill a new tankful. NOTE: The small tray beneath the dispenser is designed to evaporate small spills. There is no drain in this tray.
Using the automatic Here are a few things you will want to know about your automatic ice maker: l The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm. DOWN to make ice automatically. UP to shut off the ice maker. NOTE: Do not turn ice maker on until it is connected to the water supply. Instruc- ice maker UP to atop *ke maker. t DOWN to atart ke maker. tions for Ice maker water supply hook up are attached to the back of the refrigerator cabinet. l l l l It is nomA for ice crescents to be attached by a comer.
Removing the ice maker Remove, empty and clean the the ice dispenser has not, or used for a week or more. l a power failure causes ice in melt and freeze together. l the ice dispenser is not used l storage bin if: will not, be the bin to regularly. To remove Ice bin: 1. Pull the covering panel out from the bottom and slide it to the rear. 2. Lii the signal arm so it clicks into the OFF (up) position. Ice can still be dispensed, but no more can be made. 3.
Solving common problems PROBLEM ice maker/dispenser SOLUTIONS CAUSE Ice dispenser won’t work Freezer door open l Ice bin not properly installed . Wrong ice in bin l l l l . Dispenser not used for extended periods, causing ice cubes to melt together Ice dispenser stops working l l Ice dispenser bar held in too long l l Off-taste or odor in ice l l Ice attracts airborne odors; old ice Water quality Dump old ice and make a new supply. Wait about 3 minutes for the dispenser motor to reset.
Removing the base grille To mmove the grille: 1. Cpen both doors. Condenser coils I 2. Pull base grille forward to release the support tabs from the metal clips. 3. Do not remove Tech Sheet fastened behind the grille. To replace the grille: 1. Line up grille support tabs with metal clips. 2. Push firmly to snap into place. 3. Close the doors. See cleaning instructions for defrost pan and condenser coils on page 24.
To change light below Ice bin: 1. Disconnect refrigerator from power supply. 2. Push in sides of light shield until it snaps free. 3. Replace bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb. 4. Replace light shield. 5. Reconnect refrigerator to power supply. Light below ice bin To change light behind quick freeze compartment (on some models): 1. Disconnect refrigerator from power supply. 2. Lii and secure quick freeze compartment door. 3. Remove light shiekl by pulling top forward. 4.
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. Slight hum, soft hiss You may hear the refrigerator’s and moving air.
Caring I I In This For Your Refrigerator Section Page Cleaning your refrigerator .............. .23 Power Interruptions Page .......................... 25 Vacation and moving care .............. .24 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. Thii section tells you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation, moving or during a power outage.
r PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Door liners and gaskets Sponge, soit doth or paper towel with Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concenbated detergents, bleaches or cleaners mild detergent and warm water Plastic parts Soft, clean sponge (covers and or soft, clean cloth with mild detergent and warm water panels) Defrost pan Sponge or cloth with mild detergent .and warm water l containing Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.
Long vacations If you will be gone a month or more: 1. Remove all food from the refrigerator. 2. Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time. 3. When the last load of ice drops, turn off the ice maker. Make sure all ice is dispensed out of the ice maker mechanism. 4. Unplug the refrigerator. 5. Clean it, rinse well and dry. 6. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold from building up.
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 Cheese Wrap or store food placed 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. Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to use it.
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 of successful freezing is in the packaging. The way you close and seal the package must not allow air or moisture in or out.
If You Need Assistance Service Or Performance problems often result from little things you can fix without tools. Please read the chart below before calling for service on your appliance. 1. Before calling for assistance ... Listed in this chart are the most common problems consumers run into with their appliances. Please read through this and see if it can solve your problem.
2. If you need assistance*... Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere In the U.S.A.: 1-800-253-1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants. The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your area. If you prefer, write to: Mr.
WHIRLPOOL@ Refrigerator Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FSPQ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. From Date of Purchase 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: 4. Drier 1. Compressor 5.