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TABLE OF CONTENTS REFRIGERATOR SAFETY .............................................................3 Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator....................................3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................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.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Unpacking Location Requirements WARNING WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. Removing packaging materials ■ Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.
Water Pressure Electrical Requirements WARNING A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and 120 psi (207-827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, see “Troubleshooting” or call a licensed, qualified plumber. Reverse Osmosis Water Supply Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter.
Door Removal TOOLS NEEDED: ¹⁄₄ in. hex-head socket wrench, ⁵⁄₁₆ in. hex-head socket wrench and a flat-blade screwdriver. IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF, unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors. NOTE: It may only be necessary to remove either the door handle or the doors to get your product through the doorway of your residence.
6. Disconnect wiring: Handle Removal (optional) 1. Apply firm pressure with your hand on the face of trim. Slide top trim up and bottom trim down away from handle. Lift trim pieces off shoulder screws (see Graphic 1). NOTE: Some models include accent pieces between the handle and the handle trim. If your model includes the accents, you will need to carefully remove them with a flat-blade screwdriver before removing the handle screws.
4. Align and replace the top left hinge as shown (see Graphic 4). Tighten screws. WARNING 4. Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close as easily as you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws to the right. It may take several more turns, and you should turn both leveling screws the same amount. 5. Replace the base grille. NOTE: Be sure to refasten the Tech Sheet behind the base grille.
NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Allow 3 days to completely fill ice container. Connecting to Refrigerator Style 3 Style 1 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. 3. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure the tubing to the refrigerator as shown.
2. Use a sturdy container to depress the water dispenser bar until the water begins to flow. Flush the water system by dispensing and discarding 2 to 3 gal. (8 to 12 L) of water. Cleaning the system will take approximately 6 to 7 minutes and will help clear air from the line. Additional flushing may be required in some households. NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser. 3. Open the freezer door and turn on the ice maker by lowering the wire shutoff arm.
Some models dispense both cubed and crushed ice. Before dispensing ice, select which type of ice you prefer. The button controls are designed for easy use and cleaning. Adjusting Controls If you need to adjust temperatures, adjust the refrigerator temperature first. NOTE: Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments and then recheck the temperatures. Turn the control right (clockwise) to make the compartment colder. Turn the control left (counterclockwise) to make it less cold.
The Dispenser Light Water Filtration System The dispenser area has a light. It can be turned on manually by pressing the ON button (touchpad or rocker switch). On some models: Whenever you use the dispenser, the lever will automatically turn the light on. Changing the Water Filter Cartridge LIGHT OFF (on some models) NOTE: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
5. With cartridge cap in the vertical position, push the new filter cartridge into the base grille until it stops. Rotate the cartridge cap clockwise to a horizontal position. Flush the water system (see “Flushing the Water System After Replacing Filter” later in this section). To increase ice production rate: ■ Normal Ice Production: In normal ice production mode, the ice maker should produce approximately 7 to 9 batches of ice in a 24-hour period.
REFRIGERATOR 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 “Accessories” section. Important information to know about glass shelves and covers: Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold.
Convertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer, Crisper and Covers (on some models) Crisper and Convertible Vegetable Meat Drawers To remove and replace drawers: 1. Slide crisper or meat drawer straight out to the stop. Lift the front of drawer with one hand while supporting the bottom of drawer with other hand and slide the drawer out the rest of the way. 2. Replace the crisper or meat drawer by sliding it back in fully past the drawer stop.
FREEZER FEATURES 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 “Accessories” section. Your model may have some or all of these features.
REFRIGERATOR CARE IMPORTANT: This cleaner is for Stainless Steel parts only! Cleaning Explosion Hazard Use nonflammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors from building up. Wipe up spills immediately. Cleaning your refrigerator 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Remove all removable parts from inside, such as shelves, crispers, etc.
Style 2 - Behind Freezer Basket Crisper Lights ■ If necessary, remove the top crisper drawer to access the crisper light shield. Remove the light shield by lifting the ends out of the brackets as shown. ■ Replace the light shield by inserting the ends into the brackets. If necessary, replace the top crisper drawer. ■ Depending on your model, remove the top freezer basket or top freezer basket shelf. Remove light shield by removing the Phillips screw on the top of the shield.
Moving When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move. 1. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: ■ Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time. ■ Disconnect the water line from the back of the refrigerator. ■ When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting. 2.
Is an ice cube jammed in the ice maker ejector arm? For models with a standard ice storage bin, remove the ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil. For models with an ice storage bin on the freezer door, access the ice maker by depressing the ice sensor door on the upper left side of the freezer interior. While depressing the sensor door, lift the ice maker service door and remove the ice from the ejector with a plastic utensil. See “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.
■ Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator? The water filtration system may have air in the lines, causing water to drip. Additional flushing may help clear air from the lines. Normal dispenser use should flush air from the lines within 24 to 72 hours. Water flow from the dispenser decreases noticeably ■ Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator? The filter may be full or incorrectly installed. Remove the water filter cartridge. See “Water Filtration System.
In the U.S.A. Call the Whirlpool Customer Interaction Center toll free: 1-800-253-1301. Our consultants provide assistance with: ■ Features and specifications on our full line of appliances. ■ Installation information. ■ Use and maintenance procedures. ■ Accessory and repair parts sales. ■ Specialized customer assistance (Spanish speaking, hearing impaired, limited vision, etc.). ■ Referrals to local dealers, repair parts distributors, and service companies.
PRODUCT DATA SHEETS Base Grille Water Filtration System Model WF-NL300/NL300 capacity 300 Gallons (1136 Liters) Model WF-L500/L500 capacity 500 Gallons (1893 Liters) System tested and certified by NSF International against ANSI/NSF Standard 53 for the reduction of Lead; and against Standard ANSI/NSF 42 for the reduction of Taste and Odor, Chlorine Class I. This system has been tested according to ANSI/NSF 42/53 for the reduction of the substances listed below.
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.
