Owner's Manual

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Adjusting Controls
Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding
food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the
refrigerator. The settings indicated in the previous section should be
correct for normal household refrigerator usage. The controls are set
correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream
is rm.
If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer, use
the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. Wait at least 24 hours
between adjustments.
CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:
REFRIGERATOR
too warm
REFRIGERATOR Control one setting
higher
FREEZER too warm/
too little ice
FREEZER Control one setting higher
REFRIGERATOR
too cold
REFRIGERATOR Control one setting
lower
FREEZER too cold FREEZER Control one setting lower
Crisper Humidity Control (on some models)
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper. Adjust the control to any setting between Low and High.
Low (open) for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins.
High (closed) for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.
The following accessories are available for your refrigerator. To order
an accessory, call 1-800-442-9991 and ask for the part number listed
or contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer. In Canada, call
1-800-807-6777.
Affresh
®
Stainless Steel Cleaner:
Order Part #W10355016
In Canada, order Part #W10355016B
For recommendations that may help you avoid a service call, visit www.whirlpool.com/product_help.
For a complete Problem Solver listing with more information about additional topics, see the Installation
Instructions and Owner’s Manual provided with your refrigerator, or visit our website and download the
User Instructions for your model.
PROBLEM Possible Causes and/or Recommended Solutions
Refrigerator
will not
operate
■ Not connected to an electrical supply - Plug the power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not use an extension
cord.
■ No power to the electrical outlet - Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is working.
■ Household fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped - Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem
continues, contact a licensed electrician.
■ New installation - Following installation, allow 24 hours for the refrigerator and freezer to cool completely.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature control(s) to the coldest setting will not cool either compartment (refrigerator or freezer)
more quickly.
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.
WARNING
ACCESSORIES
PROBLEM SOLVER
Affresh
®
Stainless Steel Wipes:
Order Part #W10355049
In Canada, order Part #W10355049B
Affresh
®
Kitchen & Appliance Cleaner:
Order Part #W10355010
In Canada, order Part #W10355010B
Icemaker:
Order Part #W10300022
In Canada order Part # W10300022B