UseAndCare Table Of Contents .. ........ 2 A Note To You .... .. .......... 2 Refrigerator Safety ........ 3 Parts And Features ........ 4 P E Before Using Your Refrigerator . .. ........ 6 Using Your Refrigerator ......... ... ........ 8 Caring For Your Refrigerator . ... ..... 18 Food Storage Guide ....22 Troubleshooting . .. ....... 24 Requesting Assistance Or Service . .......... .. ... ..... 25 Index ... .... .... ..........>.......26 Warranty . . .......... ..... ......
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r Refrigerator Your safety is important Safety 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 symbol. IMPOWANT SAFEl-Y INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or Injury when uslng your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions: Read all instructions before using the refrigerator.
Parts And Features Below are illustrations of your appliance with the parts and features called out. To help you find information on specifE parts or features faster, page references are included. NOTE: The model you purchased may have ail or some of the parts and features shown and they may not match the illustrations exactly. This manual covers several models. Control panel (all models) tm&?4SllMTCN 4-E l- -t -Zk -Y--B -8 4 I Refrigerator control STYLE Freezer control 1 11 .
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Before Using Your Refrigerator It is important to prepare yourrefrigerator for use. This section tells you how to clean it, connect it to a power source, install it and level it. Cleaning Removing your packaging refrigerator materials NOTE: Do not remove any permanent Remove tape and any inside labels (except the model and serial number label) before using the refrigerator. instruction labels inside your refrigerator. Do not remove the Tech Sheet fastened under the refrigerator at the front.
- Installing it properly 1. Allow ‘15inch (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 Your refrigerator has 2 front leveling screws-one on the right and one on the left. To adjust one or both of these, follow the directions below. 1. Remove base grille.
Using Your Refrigerator To obtain the best possible results from your refrigerator, it is important that you operate it property. This section tells you how to set the controls, remove and adjust some of 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).
- Changing the control If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer, use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide: If you have questions, call us at l-800-447-6737. settings l l l Adjust the Refrigerator Control first. Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments. Then adjust the Freezer Control if needed.
Removing the drop in door trim pieces To remove the trim piece: 1. Remove all items from the ehelf. 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. Remove all items from the shelf. 2. Pull out on the inside tab at each end of the trim piece. 3.
Adjusting the refrigerator Adjust the shelves to match the way you use your refrigerator. Slide out wire shelves NOTE: Glass shelves are strong enough to hold bottles, milk and other heavy food items. shelves To remove the shelves: 1. Remove all items from the shelf. 2. Slide shelf straight out to the stop. 3. Lii the front slightly. 4. Slide shelf out the rest of the way. To replace the shelves: 1. Pit back of shelf on top of guide with wire stops on the bottom of the guide. 2. Lii the front. 3.
Removing the meat drawer and cover Remove the meat drawer and cover for easier cleaning. Style 3 To remove the meat drawer: 1. Slide meat drawer out to the stop. 2. Lift the front of the meat drawer. 3. Slide meat drawer out the rest of the way. 4. Replace in reverse order. To remove the cover: 1. Remove meat drawer. 2. Push cover back to release the rear of the cover from the shelf. 3. Tilt cover up at the front. 4. Pull cover forward and out. To replace the cover: 1.
Removing the crispers and crisper To remove the crispers: 1. Slide crisper straight out to the stop. 2. Lii the front. 3. Slide out the rest of the way. 4. Replace in reverse order. I the stop, lift the front and pull again. Remove the cover Insert. Lilt the cover front, then the back To replace the cover: 1. Pit back of wver frame into notch supon back wall of refrigerator, then the front into place. back of cover insert into place, then the front.
Adjusting the freezer shelf (on some models) Adjust the freezer shelf to match the way you use your freezer. To remove the shelf: 1. Lii entire shetf slightly. 2. Move shelf all the way to one side. 3. Titt other side up and out of shelf support cups. 4. Pull shetf up and out. To replace the shelf: 1. Titt the shelf and insert into freezer compartment. 2. Insert one end of the shelf all the way into the center of the shelf support cups. 3.
_ - Using the automatic (optional accessory ice maker on some models) If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, or if you plan to add one later, here are a few things you will want to know. l The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm. DOWN to make ice automatically UP to shut off ice maker IMPORTANT: Do not turn the ice maker ON until it is connected to a water supply. Instructions for water supply hookup are attached to the back of the refrig erator cabinet. l l .
Removing the base grille To remove the base grille: 1. Open the refrigerator door. Defrost pan _. Condenser coils 2. Grasp the grille with both hands. 3. Push down on the top edge of the grille to release the top clips. 4. Roll the grille toward you to release the top 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. Line up the edges of the grille with the outside edges of the cabinet. 2.
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 nomA. 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.
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 q t. your refrigerator Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both about once a month to help prevent odors from building up.
PART Door liners and gaskets WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Sponge, soft cloth l or paper towel with mild detergent and warm water Plastic parts (covers and panels) Defrost pan Soft, clean sponge or soft, clean cloth with mild detergent and warm water Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleaners contalnlng petroleum on plastic parts. Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.
Vacation Short and moving 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. l Empty the ice bin. Long vacations If you will be gone a month or more: 1. Remove all food from the refrigerator. 2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: .
Power interruptions If electriiity goes off, call the power company. Ask how long power will be off. 1. If service will be intermpted 24 hours or less, keep both doors closed. This helps foods stay frozen. 2. If service will be interrupted longer than 24hours: (a) Remove all frozen food and store in a frozen food locker. OR (b) Place 2 Ibs. (0.9 kg) of dry ice in freezer for every cubic foot of freezer space. This will keep food frozen for 2 to 4 days. Wear gloves to protect your hands from dry ice burns.
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 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.
Troubleshooting Listed in the chart below are the most common problems consumers run into with their refrigerator. Please read through this chart before calling for service. It could save you the cost of a service call.
Requesting Service Assistance Or Before calling for assistance or service, please check Yroubleshooting” on page 24. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you w El need assistance* ... Call our toll-free telephone number. Dial free from anywhere In the U.S.A.: l-800-44-ROPER (l-800-4474737) and talk with one of our trained consultants.
-1--- Index This index is alphabetical. page number. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the TOPIC PAGE BASE GRILLE Removing .............................................. PAGE TOPIC .16 ICE MAKER Common problems . .... .. . .. .. . . . .... . .. .. . .. .. .. . 15 Using . . . . . ... ..... ... . .. . .. .. . .... .. . .. .. . .. .. .. . .. .. . .. .. . 15 CARE Moving .................................................. .20 Power interruptions ...........................
ROPER” Refrigerator Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WE 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 Roper service company.
