AGA MELFDR23WHT, MELFDR23SS, MELFDR23IVY, MELFDR23MBL, MELFDR23BLK Owner's Guide

Use / Install Guide

Guide Uso / d’installation

Guía de d’utilisation / Instalación

French Door Bottom Freezer/Refrigerator

Refrigerador con congelador inferior de puerta doble

Réfrigérateur à portes françaises/Congélateur en bas

AMLFDR23D / AMPROFD23D / HCFDR23D / MMCFDR23D / MELFDR23D

Finding Information

Please read and save this guide

We hope you will enjoy and appreciate the care and attention we have put into every detail of your new, state-of-the-art refrigerator.

Your appliance is designed to offer years of reliable service. This Use and Care Guide will provide you with the information you need to become familiar with your refrigerator’s care and operation.

We appreciate your choice of our refrigerator and hope that you will again select our products for your other major appliance needs.

NOTE

Registering your product with AGA Marvel enhances our ability to serve you. You can register online at www.agamarvel.com or by sending your Product Registration Card in the mail.

Questions?

Your complete satisfaction is our ultimate goal. If you have any questions or comments about this product, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased it, or contact our Consumer Support Center at 1-800223-3900.

For online support and product information visit www. agamarvel.com.

Table of contents

Finding Information ....................................................... 2

Safety ............................................................................ 3

Feature Overview .......................................................... 5

Installation ..................................................................... 6

Removing the Doors ..................................................... 9

Installing the Door Handles ..........................................11

Connecting the Water Supply ..................................... 12

Controls ....................................................................... 13

Automatic Ice Maker ................................................... 15

Storage Features ........................................................ 16

Storing Food and Saving Energy ................................ 20

Normal Operating Sounds & Sights ........................... 21

Changing the Water and Air Filters ............................. 22

Care and Cleaning ...................................................... 24

Solutions to Common Problems ................................. 26

Service Information ..................................................... 29

Warranty ...................................................................... 30

Installation Checklist

Doors

 Handles are secure and tight  Door seals completely to cabinet on all sides

Leveling

 Refrigerator is level, side-to-side and tilted ¼"

(6 mm) front-to-back

 Toe grille is properly attached to refrigerator  Cabinet is sitting solid on all corners

Electrical Power

 House power turned on  Refrigerator plugged in

Ice Maker

 House water supply connected to refrigerator  No water leaks present at all connections -

recheck in 24 hours

 Ice maker is turned ON  Front lter must be ush with lter housing

(select models)

Final Checks

 Shipping material removed  Fresh food and freezer temperatures set  Crisper humidity controls set  Registration card sent in

Safety

Important safety instructions

Safety Precautions

Do not attempt to install or operate your unit until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a Danger, Warning, or Caution based on the risk type.

Denitions

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid

possible injury or death.

DANGER

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

IMPORTANT

Indicates installation, operation, or maintenance information which is important but not hazard-related.

WARNING

Your door handles may be different from those shown in the images throughout this guide.

• Avoid contact with any moving parts of the automatic ice maker.

• Remove all staples from the carton to avoid injury.

Staples can also damage nishes if they come in

contact with other appliances or furniture.

Child Safety

Packing Materials:

• Packing cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets, or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation.

• Destroy or recycle the product’s carton, plastic bags, and any other exterior wrapping material immediately after the refrigerator is unpacked. Children should never play with these items.

Child Entrapment and Suffocation:

• These problems are not limited to the past. Whether junked, abandoned, or temporarily stored (even for a few hours), unattended refrigerators and freezers are dangerous. Please take the precautions listed below.

Proper Disposal of Refrigerators/ Freezers

We strongly encourage responsible appliance recycling/disposal methods. Check with your utility company or visit www.energystar.gov/recycle for more information on recycling your old refrigerator.

Before you recycle or dispose of your old refrigerator/ freezer:

• Remove the doors.

• Leave the shelves and baskets in place so children may not easily climb inside.

• Have refrigerant and compressor oil removed by a

qualied service technician.

Please read all safety instructions before using your new refrigerator.

General Safety

• Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable liquids near this or any other appliance. Read product

labels for warnings regarding ammability and other

hazards.

• Do not operate the refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes.

Safety

Electrical information

IMPORTANT

CFC/HCFC DISPOSAL Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system

that used CFCs or HCFCs (chlorouorocarbons or hydrochlorouorocarbons). CFCs and HCFCs

are believed to harm stratospheric ozone if released to the atmosphere. Other refrigerants may also cause harm to the environment if released to the atmosphere.

If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the refrigerant is removed for

proper disposal by a qualied technician. If

you intentionally release refrigerant, you may

be subject to nes and imprisonment under

provisions of environmental legislation.

WARNING

You must follow these guidelines to ensure that your refrigerator’s safety mechanisms are operating correctly.

• The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz, AC-only non-GFCI electric outlet. The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded threeprong receptacle. The receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances. Consult

a qualied electrician. Do not use an extension cord

or adapter plug.

• If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced

by the manufacturer, service technician, or a qualied

person.

• Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power

cord. Always grip the plug rmly and pull straight out

from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord.

• To avoid electrical shock, unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb or LED light.

• Performance may be affected if the voltage varies by 10% or more. Operating the refrigerator with

insufcient power can damage the compressor. Such

damage is not covered under your warranty.

• Do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent the refrigerator from being turned off accidentally.

IMPORTANT

To turn off power to your refrigerator, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

Feature Overview

Rack (inside CZD)

Understanding features and terms

Your refrigerator is designed for optimal convenience and storage exibility. The illustration below is provided to

assist you with familiarizing yourself with product features and terminology.

NOTE

Features may vary according to model. Model is shown without freezer drawer cover.

Water

Flipper Guide

LED Light

Filter

Covered Door Bin

Flipper Mullion

Air Filter

Adjustable

Spill-Proof

Special Items

Shelves

Crisper

Drawer

Adjustable

Hinges

Ice

Maker

Ice

Bucket

Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone Drawer

Freezer Baskets Toe Grille

Wire Tilt-Out Shelf

(inside freezer drawer)

Adjustable Spill-Proof Shelves

Crisper Drawer

Tilt-Out Bin

Installation

Tools Necessary:

Wrench

Required Tools

You will need the following tools:

Phillips Head

Quadrex Head

Screwdriver

This Use & Care Guide provides general installation and operating instructions for your model. We recommend using a service or kitchen contracting professional to install your refrigerator. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before starting

the refrigerator, follow these important  rst steps.

Location

• Choose a place that is near a grounded, non-GFCI, electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.

• If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher, or other heat sources.

• The refrigerator must be installed on a  oor that is level and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator.

• Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic ice maker.

Installation

• Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical connections:

Sides & Top ⅜ inch (9.5 mm)

Back 1 inch (25.4 mm)

CAUTION

DO NOT install the refrigerator where the

temperature will drop below 55°F (13°C) or rise above 110°F (43°C). The compressor will not be

able to maintain proper temperatures inside the refrigerator.

DO NOT block the toe grille on the lower front

of your refrigerator. Suf cient air circulation

is essential for the proper operation of your refrigerator.

(OR)

ANDAND

6mm

Allen Wrench

⅜" and ¼"

Socket

Adjustable

Door opening

NOTE

If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge against a wall, you may have to allow additional space so the door can be opened wider.

NOTE

The refrigerator doors are designed to shut by themselves within a 20 degree opening.

Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to a counter when removing food. For best use of refrigerator drawers and freezer baskets, the refrigerator should be in a position where both can be fully opened.

CAUTION

Do Not loosen or remove these (3) hex head

screws.

DO NOT

Remove

⅜" Fixed

Wrench

Loosen

These 3

Hex

Screws

Installation

Toe Grille Must

Your door handles may be different from those shown in the images throughout this guide.

Level Refrigerator & Adjust Doors

(if necessary)

Guidelines for nal positioning of your refrigerator:

• All four corners of the cabinet must rest rmly on the oor.

• The sides should tilt ¼ inch (6 mm) from front to back (to ensure that doors close and seal properly).

• Doors should align with each other and be level.

Most of these conditions can be met by raising or lowering the adjustable front rollers.

To level the cabinet using the front rollers:

1. Slightly open freezer drawer if the toe grill is installed. Lift the toe grille and gently pull forward.

2. Make initial cabinet adjustments by using the front roller height adjusting screws. Use a 3/8 inch socket wrench to turn the adjustment screws (1 per side).

To raise: turn adjustment screw clockwise. To lower: turn adjustment screw counterclockwise.

3. Ensure both doors are bind-free with their seals touching the cabinet on all four sides and that cabinet is stable.

4. After unit is leveled, lower anti-tip leg using a 3/8 inch

socket wrench until it rmly contacts the oor.

To make nal door height adjustments:

1. Open freezer drawer to make lower hinge visible.

2. Insert 6mm Allen wrench into the shaft of the lower hinge.

3. Adjust the height by turning clockwise or counterclockwise. Turning clockwise will lower the door. Turning counterclockwise will raise the door. Default setting is to the lowest height when you receive your appliance

Raise

To adjust the ipper mullion:

1. Loosen the screw located on the ipper mullion hinge.

Door

Anti-tip Leg

5. Install the toe grill by tting into place.

Door

Raise

Lower

Fit in Slot on

Anti-tip Bracket

Screw/Washer

Assembly

(3) Retaining Clips

Adjusting Flipper Mullion Screw

2. Adjust ipper mullion height. For proper connection with the ipper mullion guide, there should be a separation about the

thickness of a coin (0.060 inches, or 1.5 mm) between the

guide and ipper mullion.

Adjusting Flipper Mullion Height

3. Re-tighten screw.

Installation

Shelf features (Select Models)

CAUTION

Shelves must be removed prior to moving the refrigerator.

CAUTION

To avoid injury from breakage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully.

NOTE

Features may vary according to model.

Your refrigerator includes glass shelves that are designed to catch and hold accidental spills.

You can easily adjust shelf positions in the fresh food compartments to suit your needs. The shelves have mounting brackets that attach to slotted supports at the rear of each compartment.

To change the position of a shelf:

1. Before adjusting a shelf, remove all food.

2. Lift the front edge up and pull the shelf out.

3. Replace by inserting the mounting bracket hooks into the desired support slots.

4. Lower the shelf and lock into position.

Full Custom-Design

Shelf

Reposition the Air Seal

(Slide-out Shelves)

1. Remove air seal by pushing down on the  ap with a

downward rotation.

2. Position the air seal towards the outside end of the shelf to avoid the air tower when shelf is pushed back into place.

3. Install seal by sliding lower tab of seal up into bottom rear slot of shelf with seal at a downward angle then pulling up

on seal  ap until seal sits snug on back of shelf and  ap sits

at about a 10 degree angle from shelf surface.

Reposition the Air Seal

(Channel in rear)

1. Remove air seal by pushing seal straight back.

2. Position the air seal towards the outside edge of the shelf to avoid the air tower when shelf is pushed back into place.

3. Install seal by sliding the open channel end of the seal onto back edge of shelf until seal sits snug on back of shelf and

 ap sits at about a 10 degree angle from shelf surface.

Air Seal

Removing the Doors

Front

Getting through narrow spaces

If your refrigerator will not  t through an entrance area,

before installing the door handles, you can remove the

doors. Check  rst by measuring the entrance.

To prepare for removing the doors:

1. Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet.

2. Open the freezer drawer and remove the toe grille (see “Installation” section).

3. Remove any food from the door shelves and close the doors.

To remove the top hinge covers:

1. Remove the two screws from each cover over the top door hinges.

2. Lift inside edge of hinge cover and tilt back.

Rear Cover Screw

Ground Screw

Top Hinge

Water Line

Top Hinge Cover

Hinge Screws

Top Hinge Cover

Hinge Screws

Multi-wire Cables

Leave Hinge With Door

Rear Cover Screw

Top Hinge

Cover Screw

Front Cover Screw

Ground Screw

To remove the refrigerator doors:

1. Trace lightly around the door’s top hinges with a pencil. This makes reinstallation easier.

2. Disconnect the harness by grasping both sides of the

connector  rmly, depress the latch, and pull apart. Remove

the two screws from the top hinge. Lift the door off of the bottom hinge and set it aside.

3. Detach the water tube from the connector located behind the refrigerator and pull the tube back out to the front of the unit. The connector releases when you press inward on the outer sleeve while pushing the tube toward the connector then while continuing to hold in the sleeve, pull the tube away.

NOTE

Use care while pulling the water tube from the unit to be sure that you do not kink the tube.

Leave Hinge With Door

NOTE

DO NOT remove the ground screw from hinge.

Press

Water

Line

Approximately 5 feet

NOTE

You will be pulling approximately  ve feet of water

tube from the back of the refrigerator.

Removing the Doors

4. Unscrew the three lower hinge screws and slide the hinge inwards.

Lower Hinge Removal

To reinstall the refrigerator doors: Reverse the above steps.

NOTE

Upon replacement, the tube needs to be fully inserted up the marking line.

Insert tube up to the marking line

Water

Line

Press

Removal and Installation of lower Freezer Drawer

CAUTION

Drawer is heavy. Use caution when lifting

Removing Freezer Drawer:

1. Remove (4) hex head drawer screws.

2. Lift up drawer to remove.

DO NOT Remove

Other

Screws

Remove

Hex Head

Drawer Screw

Replacing Freezer Drawer:

1. Lower drawer back into place.

2. Replace (4) hex head drawer screws and tighten.

DO NOT

Loosen

or Remove These 3

Hex

Screws

Approximately 5 feet

NOTE

When reinserting the water tube and replacing the top hinge cover, be sure that you do not kink the tube.

Once both doors are in place, ensure they are aligned with each other and level (Please see the Installation section for more details), and replace the top hinge cover.

Connecting the Water Supply

WARNING

To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personal injury, disconnect the refrigerator from electrical power before connecting a water supply line to the refrigerator.

CAUTION

To Avoid Property Damage:

• Copper or Stainless Steel braided tubing is recommended for the water supply line. Water supply tubing made of ¼ inch plastic is not recommended to be used. Plastic tubing greatly increases the potential for water leaks, and the manufacturer will not be responsible for any damage if plastic tubing is used for the supply line.

• DO NOT install water supply tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing.

• Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the ice maker. If the ice maker is connected to soft water, ensure that the softener is maintained and working properly.

IMPORTANT

Ensure that your water supply line connections comply with all local plumbing codes.

Before Installing The Water Supply Line, You Will Need:

• Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, at-blade screwdriver, and PhillipsTM screwdriver

• Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 100 psi.

• A water supply line made of ¼ inch (6.4 mm) OD, copper or stainless steel tubing. To determine the length of tubing needed, measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water pipe. Then add approximately 7 feet (2.1 meters), so the refrigerator can be moved out for cleaning (as shown).

• A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system. DO NOT use a selfpiercing type shutoff valve.

• Do not reuse compression tting or use thread seal tape.

• A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for connecting a copper water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve.

NOTE

Check with your local building authority for recommendations on water lines and associated materials prior to installing your new refrigerator. For homes with existing shut-off valves a braided stainless steel water line is recommended, and for homes without an existing valve a copper water line with self-tapping saddle valve is recommended. Please refer to www.agamarvel.com for more information.

To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve

1. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source.

2. Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket. Turn

ON water supply and ush supply line until water is clear.

Turn OFF water supply at shutoff valve.

3. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap.

4. If you use copper tubing - Slide brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) onto water supply line. Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go (¼ inch

/ 6.4 mm). Slide ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and nger

tighten compression nut onto valve. Tighten another half turn with a wrench; DO NOT over tighten. See Figure 1.

If you use braided exible stainless steel tubing

- The nut and ferrule are already assembled on the tubing.

Slide compression nut onto valve inlet and nger tighten

compression nut onto valve. Tighten another half turn with a wrench; DO NOT over tighten. See Figure 2.

5. With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply line

(copper tubing only) to rear panel of refrigerator as shown.

6. Coil excess water supply line (copper tubing only), about

2½ turns, behind refrigerator as shown and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface.

7. Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any

connections that leak.

8. Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source.

9. To turn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm (freezer ce

maker) or set the ice maker’s On/Off power switch to the “On” position (fresh food ice maker).

Steel

PlasticWater Tubing

toIce Maker

FillTu be

(Includeenough tubing in looptoallow

movingrefrigerator out for cleaning.)

Figure 1

Clamp

Compression

Ferrule

(Sleeve)

Copper

waterline

WaterValve

Bracket

Valve Inlet

WaterValve

Copperwater line fromhousehold water supply

Brass

Nut

6 ft (1.8 Meters) braided flexible stainless steel water line from household water supply

(Include enough tubing in loop to allow moving refrigerator out for cleaning)

Figure 2

TruTouch Controls

An indicator light will be illuminated above most active features. Touch the icon to activate the options below.

on off Press and hold for three seconds to turn off the cooling system to

default settings Resets all refrigerator settings such as temp, temp display and

Setting cooling temperatures

energy saver Keep this switch set on energy saver (light on) for lowest energy

temp mode Touch to toggle display from Fahrenheit to Celsius. fast freeze Activates a faster rate for freezing food. fast ice Increases the production of ice.

water lter Press and hold for three seconds to reset after lter change. air lter Filter condition status is always displayed when door is open. Press

mute sounds Tones emitted by each key press can be turned off based on user

clean the refrigerator. It also turns off the ice maker. The temperature displays will read OFF.

tones to their factory default settings.

Press the + or – indicator to adjust the temperature to the desired

setting. The temperature display will begin to blink with the rst

touch. The display will time out after 10 seconds and return to the basic display.

usage. If moisture appears on the cabinet between the doors, pressing this button will turn the light off and enable an electric heater used to reduce moisture on the cabinet between the doors.

and hold for three seconds to reset after lter change.

preference. The sounds are muted when the red indicator is lit. Warning signals will stay active.

IMPORTANT

Pressing the power on/off icon does not turn off power to your refrigerator. You must unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

Alarms Door Ajar If the door has been left open for an extended period of time, an alarm

High Temp In the event of a high temperature condition, the temperature display

Power Fail In the event of a power failure, the power fail alert will be displayed and

will sound and the door ajar indicator will display on the bottom display of the control panel. The alarm is turned off by closing the door. The mute sounds key will blink to prompt the reset of any active alarms. Press this key to reset any system alarms.

will blink and display “HI”. After 20 minutes, the alarm will sound and the high temp indicator will be red on the bottom of the control panel. The mute sounds icon will illuminate until pressed, acknowledging the alarm, at which time the highest temperature reached will be displayed and the refrigerator will resume normal operation. In case the high temp alarm

is not acknowledged at the rst alarm sound time out, when the door is rst opened, the alarm sound will be repeated.

the temperature display will blink until the mute sounds icon is pressed, acknowledging the alarm. Other modes may be turned off until the alarm is acknowledged. The power fail alert is turned off and the refrigerator will resume normal operation. The high temp alarm may also be illuminated until a safe operating range temperature has been reached.

TruTouch Controls

Air Port

Sabbath Mode

The Sabbath Mode is a feature that disables portions of the refrigerator and its controls in accordance with observance of the weekly Sabbath and religious holidays within the Orthodox Jewish community.

Sabbath Mode is turned ON and OFF by pressing and holding the freezer temp “-” and the refrigerator temp

“+” indicators for ve seconds. The display shows “Sb”

while in Sabbath mode. In the Sabbath Mode, the High Temp alarm is active

for health reasons. For example, if the door is left ajar the High Temp alarm is activated. The refrigerator will function normally once the door is closed, without any violation of the Sabbath/Holidays. The High Temp alarm is permitted when cabinet temperature is outside the safe zone for 20 minutes. The alarm silences itself after 10 minutes while the High Temp icon stays lit until the Sabbath mode is exited.

For further assistance, guidelines for proper usage and a complete list of models with the Sabbath feature, please visit the web at https:\\www.star-k.org.

NOTE

While in Sabbath Mode, neither the lights nor the control panel will work until Sabbath Mode is deactivated.

Refrigerator stays in Sabbath Mode after power failure recovery. It must be deactivated with the buttons on the control panel.

NOTE

If the Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone Drawer is not turned off prior to putting the unit into Sabbath Mode, it will continue to adjust itself to maintain the set point even if the display does not illuminate to show that it is still on.

NOTE

The recommended settings for a product installed in

a kitchen is 37˚F for the fresh food compartment and 0˚F for the freezer.

IMPORTANT

If your product has food freezing in the fresh food compartment, increase the temperature setting 1 or 2 degrees.

IMPORTANT

If you place food within 1 inch in front of the air ports, there may be the chance of freezing food.

NOTE

During Sabbath Mode, the ice maker is turned off by main control board.

Sabbath Mode and the Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone Drawer

The Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone Drawer should be turned off for the Sabbath/Holidays. Before putting the refrigerator into the Sabbath mode, turn the Cold Zone drawer off by pressing the drawer on/off button. The display will show “OFF” and the drawer will turn off. Then enter the Sabbath mode function on the main refrigerator display. See the “TruTouch Sabbath Mode” section. When in Sabbath mode, the display will not illuminate and the drawer will remain off. The drawer can still be used as a non-temp controlled drawer in this mode. When the refrigerator is taken out of Sabbath mode, the Cold Zone drawer will have to be turned back on.

Automatic Ice Maker

Ice maker operation & care

After the refrigerator is installed properly, the ice maker

can produce ice within 24 hours. It can completely ll

an ice bin in about three days.

When using the ice maker for the rst time and in

order for the ice maker to work properly, it is necessary

to clear air from water lter tubing. Once ice maker begins making ice, allow the bucket to ll completely, then discard the rst TWO FULL buckets of ice. It will take at least two days to completely ll the bucket on

regular ice making mode or 1½ days on fast ice mode. The ice maker produces approximately 2 to 2.5 lbs (0.9

to 1.1 kg) of ice every 24 hours depending on usage conditions. The ice bin will hold approximately 7 lbs (3.2 kg) of ice.

IMPORTANT

Your ice maker is turned on at the factory so it can work as soon as you install your refrigerator. If you cannot connect a water supply, lift the ice maker’s wire signal arm to turn it off. Otherwise, the ice

maker’s ll valve may make a loud chattering noise

when it attempts to operate without water.

Turning the ice maker on and off

Ice production is controlled by lifting/lowering the ice maker’s wire signal arm. To gain access to the ice maker, pull the freezer drawer out. Lift the wire signal arm to turn the ice maker OFF and lower the wire signal arm to turn it ON.

- Motor running

- Ice dropping into ice bin

- Water valve opening or closing

- Running water

• Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd avor.

Empty the ice bin as explained below.

Fast Ice Function

Your refrigerator is equipped with a Fast Ice Function, that will, if activated at your user interface, allow an increase in ice production. You do not need to deactivate it, if not needed, your refrigerator will operate on normal conditions.

Cleaning the ice maker

Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular intervals, especially prior to vacation or moving.

1. Turn off the ice maker.

2. Remove the ice bin.

3. Empty and carefully clean the ice bin with mild detergent.

Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners. Rinse with clean water.

CAUTION

If the water supply to your refrigerator is softened, be sure the softener is properly maintained. Chemicals from a water softener can damage the ice maker.

4. Allow the ice bin to dry completely before replacing in the

freezer.

5. Replace the ice bin. Turn the ice maker on. Remove and empty the ice bin if:

• An extended power failure (one hour or longer)

causes ice cubes in the ice bin to melt and freeze together.

Remove the ice bin and shake to loosen the cubes or clean as explained above.

Ice maker tips

• If your refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the water supply is turned off, turn off the ice maker by lifting wire signal arm.

• The following sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating:

CAUTION

NEVER use an ice pick or similar sharp instrument to break up the ice. This could damage the ice bin.

To loosen stuck ice, use warm water. Before replacing the ice bin, make sure it is completely dry.

Storage Features

Shelf features

CAUTION

To avoid injury from breakage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully.

NOTE

Features may vary according to model.

Your refrigerator includes glass shelves that are designed to catch and hold accidental spills.

You can easily adjust shelf positions in the fresh food compartments to suit your needs. The shelves have mounting brackets that attach to slotted supports at the rear of each compartment.

To change the position of a shelf:

1. Before adjusting a shelf, remove all food.

2. Lift the front edge up and pull the shelf out.

3. Replace by inserting the mounting bracket hooks into the desired support slots.

4. Lower the shelf and lock into position.

Full Custom-Design

Shelf

Drawers

Your refrigerator includes a variety of storage drawers.

These drawers are located in xed positions at the

bottom of the fresh food compartment.

Crispers

Crisper drawers are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce.

Opening Crisper Drawer

Crisper humidity control

Crisper drawers include a sliding control for adjusting the humidity inside the crisper. Leafy vegetables keep best when stored with the Humidity Control set on Higher Humidity. Fresh fruits keep best when stored with the Humidity Control set on Lower Humidity.

Adjusting Crisper Humidity

Storage Features

To remove the Crisper Drawer for cleaning:

1. Pull the drawer out until it stops.

2. Lift the front slightly and remove the drawer.

Special items rack

The innovative design of the special items rack allows you to store four bottles of wine or soft drink bottles.

Removing Crisper Drawer

Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone Drawer

TEMPERATURE

ADJUSTABLE

The Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone Drawer is designed to keep food items at a precise temperature whether cooler, warmer, or the same as the fresh food section of the refrigerator. The thaw setting holds a temperature for thawing frozen foods for 12 hours. At the end of that time, it then switches to the mixed items setting to store the thawed food.

To operate:

1. To turn on and off, press the drawer’s On/Off button. The

numeric display will show a temperature between “28°F and 38°F” when on and “OFF” when off.

2. Press F/C if you prefer to display Fahrenheit “F,” or Celsius

“C”.

3. Press either the up ∧ or down ∨ scroll buttons to illuminate

the desired item.

4. Once an option is selected, the drawer will adjust and

maintain the temperature for the setting selected.

5. When turned off, the Cold Zone drawer functions as a

standard meat pan. The Cold Zone drawer is best used for packaged food products. Leafy vegetables and unpackaged fruits are best kept in one of the crisper drawers.

6. The three favorite selections provide exibility to set and

store personal temperature selections. The temperature is adjusted up by pressing the + or – buttons. The drawer will store the selected temperature setting until it is changed.

7. The control buttons can be locked to prevent accidental

changes by pressing the control lock button for three seconds. Deactivate by pressing for three seconds again.

Opening the Drawer

Storage Features

IMPORTANT

DO NOT clean the display area of the Custom TempTM Drawer with abrasive or caustic cleaners.

Wipe clean with a moist sponge.

CAUTION

The Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone Drawer and cover can be removed for cleaning but the control unit, attached to the right side of the fridge, cannot be removed. Do not immerse the Cold Zone drawer cover in water or put it in a dishwasher. Clean with a damp cloth or sponge.

To remove the Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone Drawer for cleaning:

1. Pull the drawer out until it stops.

2. Lift the front slightly and remove the drawer.

To change the position of an adjustable door bin:

1. Before adjusting a bin, remove all food.

2. Grip the bin rmly with both hands and lift it upward.

3. Remove the bin.

4. Place the bin just above desired position.

5. Lower the bin onto supports until locked in place.

Adjustable Door Bin

Tilt can bins

The can bins allow you to efciently and securely store

up to eight 12-ounce canned beverages.

Removing the Drawer

NOTE

When the refrigerator is turned off by pressing the main TruTouch Conotrol on/off button, the Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone drawer will also be turned off. When the refrigerator is turned back on, the Cold Zone drawer will resume operations at the temp setting that was set before the refrigerator was turned off.

Doors

Storage bins

The doors to your fresh food compartment use a system of modular storage bins. All of these bins are

removable for easy cleaning. Some of them have xed

positions, while others can be adjusted to your needs. Door bins are ideal for storing jars, bottles, cans, and

large drink containers. They also enable quick selection of frequently used items.

Tilt Can Bin

Covered Door Bin

Use the covered door bin, at the top of the fresh food compartment door, for short-term storage of cheese, spreads, or butter. The covered door bin is designed to be warmer than the open area and includes a lift-up cover that may be locked and a dairy divider.

Covered Door Bin

Storage Features

Freezer Features

Clip

Stabilizer

Bar

Freezer Baskets

To Remove Upper Freezer Basket

1. Find the side where the basket frame is aligned to the clip

opening. The basket frame should be aligned to both front and rear clips on the same side (either left or right side).

2. If the basket frame is not aligned to the left or right side,

push the basket sideways (to either side) until it is aligned.

3. By grabbing the basket wire frame close to the frontal clip,

pull up to take the basket frame out.

4. Grab the basket frame close to the rear clip and pull up until

it comes out of the clip.

5. Once one side of the basket is off the clips or retainers,

slide the basket sideways until the other side of the frame is aligned with the clip openings on the opposite side of the freezer.

6. In the same way, pull up the basket frame from the frontal

and rear clips until it is out of the clips.

7. Remove the basket.

Pull to Remove

Replacing Lower Freezer Basket Instructions

1. Place freezer basket back inside the freezer drawer.

2. Replace clips by sliding them back into the slots.

Push to Replace

Dividers Removal

Lift up on the front of the upper divider and pull out.

Upper Basket Divider

Retainers

Reverse the steps to reinstall the basket.

NOTE

If basket is not resting on stabilizer bar retainer clips, the drawer will not close properly.

Removing Lower Freezer Basket Instructions

1. Locate the basket clips in the rear corners of the basket and

pull them out to remove.

2.. Open fresh food doors completely.

3. Lift the basket up and remove.

Location of basket clip.

One each side.

Stabilizer Bar

Squeeze handle and lift up in the center of the divider to move it side-to-side. (The divider cannot be removed.)

Lower Basket Divider

Tilt Wire Shelf

The freezer tilt wire shelf (located on the inside of the freezer drawer) is not designed to be removed.

Storing Food and Saving Energy

Ideas for storing foods

Fresh food storage

• Keep the fresh food compartment between 34°F and

40°F with an optimum temperature of 37°F.

• Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves, which

reduces air circulation and causes uneven cooling.

Fruits and vegetables

• Store fruits and vegetables in crisper drawers, where

trapped moisture helps preserve food quality for longer time periods.

• Wash items and remove excess water.

• Wrap any items that have strong odors or high

moisture content.

Meat

• Wrap raw meat and poultry separately and securely

to prevent leaks and contamination of other foods or surfaces.

• Use the Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone drawer

and set to meat/poultry setting for short-term storage. Any meat to be kept longer than two days should be frozen.

Frozen food storage

• Keep the freezer compartment at 0°F or lower.

• A freezer operates most efciently when it is at least

/3 full.

Packaging foods for freezing

• To minimize food dehydration and quality

deterioration, use aluminum foil, freezer wrap, freezer bags, or airtight containers. Force as much air out of the packages as possible and seal them tightly. Trapped air can cause food to dry out, change color,

and develop an off-avor (freezer burn).

• Wrap fresh meats and poultry with suitable freezer

wrap prior to freezing.

• Do not refreeze meat that has completely thawed.

Loading the freezer

• Prior to grocery shopping, activate “fast freeze” so that

on your return you can ensure your newly purchased food designated for the freezer will be preserved as quickly as possible.

• Activating “fast freeze” also will help your freezer more

efciently maintain the selected temperature after

placing new purchases with pre-existing frozen foods.

• Avoid adding too much warm food to the freezer at one time. This overloads the freezer, slows the rate of freezing, and can raise the temperature of frozen foods.

• Leave a space between packages, so cold air can circulate freely, allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible.

Ideas for saving energy

Installation

• Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of direct sunlight, and away from heating ducts or registers.

• Do not place the refrigerator next to heat-producing appliances such as a range, oven, or dishwasher. If this is not possible, a section of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two appliances will

help the refrigerator operate more efciently.

• Level the refrigerator so that the doors close tightly.

Temperature settings

• Refer to the “Controls” section for procedures on temperature settings.

Food storage

• Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator or blocking cold air vents. Doing so causes the refrigerator to run longer and use more energy.

• Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator. This cuts down on moisture build-up inside the unit.

• Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings. Remove as many items as needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible.

• Do not place a hot container directly on a cold shelf. Remember, such an extreme temperature change may damage the glass.

Normal Operating Sounds

Understanding the sounds you may hear

Your new, high-efciency refrigerator may introduce

unfamiliar sounds. These sounds normally indicate your refrigerator is operating correctly. Some surfaces

on oors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make these

sounds more noticeable. The following is a list of major components in your

refrigerator and the sounds they can cause:

A Evaporator Refrigerant through the evaporator may create

a boiling or gurgling sound.

B Evaporator fan You may hear air being forced through the

refrigerator by the evaporator fan.

C Defrost heater During defrost cycles, water dripping onto

the defrost heater may cause a hissing or sizzling sound. After defrosting, a popping sound may occur.

D Automatic ice maker When ice has been produced, you will

hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin. Ice maker fan, water

valve activation, and refrigerant gas uid may create sounds

from its operation.

E Electronic control & automatic defrost control These parts

can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the cooling system on and off.

F Condenser fan You may hear air being forced through the

condenser.

G Compressor Modern, high-efciency compressors run

much faster than older models. The compressor may have a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound.

H Water valve Makes a buzzing sound each time it opens to

ll the ice maker.

I Drain pan (not removable) You may hear water dripping

into the drain pan during the defrost cycle. J Condenser May create minimal sounds from forced air. K Motorized Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone drawer M Motorized damper May produce a light humming during

operation.

N Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone drawer fan Turns off

when door opens or the Cold Zone drawer is turned off.

NOTE

Energy efcient foam in your refrigerator is not a

sound insulator.

NOTE

During automatic defrost cycle, a red glow in the back wall vents of your freezer compartment is normal.

Changing The Water and Air Filters

Your refrigerator is equipped with separate water and

air ltering systems. The water lter system lters all the water used to produce ice. The air lter removes

odors and impurities from the refrigerator compartment.

About your advanced water lter

The ProChill lter system is tested and certied by NSF

International to NSF/ANSI Standards 42, 53 and 401 for the

reduction of claims specied on

the performance data sheet.

Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection

before or after the system. Systems certied for cyst

reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may

contain lterable cysts.

• Rated Capacity - 125 gallons/473 liters

• Rated service ow - .65 gallons per minute

• Maximum Rated Pressure - 100 pounds per square inch

• Recommended Minimum Operating Pressure: 30 pounds per square inch

• Operating Temp.: Min. 33°F, Max. 100°F

NOTE

When ordering your replacement lter, please reorder the same lter type that is currently in

your refrigerator.

Water lter

The water lter is located at the top right side of the

fresh food compartment.

To replace your water lter

1. Turn Off the ice maker power switch.

2. Remove the old lter by rotating it counter-clockwise (to the

left) 90 degrees to release it.

3. Slide the old lter cartridge straight out of the housing and

discard it.

Filter Cartridge

4. Unpackage the new lter cartridge. Slide it into the lter

housing as far as it will go with the grip end horizontal.

5. Push lightly inward on the lter while rotating it clockwise (to the right). The lter will then pull itself inward as it is rotated. Rotate the lter 90 degrees until it stops and the grip

end is vertical. You may be able to feel a very light click as

the lter locks into place.

6. Press a drinking glass against the water dispenser while

checking for any leaks at the lter housing. Any spurts

and sputters that occur as the system purges air out of the dispenser system are normal.

7 Continue dispensing water for 3-4 minutes or until 1.5

gallons of water has owed through the system. You will likely need to empty and rell your glass several times.

8. Turn On the ice maker.

9. Press and hold the Water Filter reset button on the control panel for three seconds. When the display changes from Red to Green, the status has been reset.

Replacing your ProChill water lter

In general, you should change the water lter every

six months to ensure the highest possible water quality. The Water Filter Status light on the Touch

Panel prompts you to replace the lter after a standard amount of water (125 gallons/473 liters) has owed

through the system. If your refrigerator has not been used for a period of

time (during moving for example), change the lter

before reinstalling the refrigerator. It is not necessary to turn the water supply off to

change the lter. Be ready to wipe up any small amounts of water released during the lter replace-

ment.

Changing The Water and Air Filters

Air lter

The air lter is located under the utility bin. Replacing your TruAir air lter To ensure optimal ltering of refrigerator odors, you

should change the air lter every six months (the lter

status light on the Touch Panel prompts you to replace

the lter after six months).

1. Open the air lter door.

2. Remove the old lter and discard it.

3. Unpack the new lter and slide it into the housing.

4. To close the air lter door, push the top and bottom to lock

the door closed.

5. Press and hold the Air Filter Reset button on the control panel for three seconds. When the display changes from “Replace” to “Good,” the status has been reset.

6. The Air Filter Reset will turn itself off after a few seconds.

Ordering replacement lters

Order new lters by calling 800-223-3900.

Care and Cleaning

Protecting your investment

Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains its appearance and prevents odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartments at least twice a year.

• Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners, or strong alkaline solutions on any surface.

NOTE

Do not use abrasive cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, ammable uids, cleaning waxes,

concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior doors, gaskets, or cabinet liners. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other abrasive cleaning materials.

• Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel.

• Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher.

• Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning.

NOTE

If you set your temperature controls to turn off cooling, power to lights and other electrical components will continue until you unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

• Remove adhesive labels by hand. Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface.

• Do not remove the serial plate. Removal of your serial plate voids your warranty.

• Before moving your refrigerator, raise the anti-tip brackets so the rollers will work correctly. This will prevent the oor from being damaged,

CAUTION

• Pull the refrigerator straight out to move it. Shifting it from side to side may damage ooring. Be

careful not to move the refrigerator beyond the plumbing connections.

• Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces. Do not touch refrigerated surfaces with wet or damp hands.

IMPORTANT

If you store or move your refrigerator in freezing temperatures, be sure to completely drain the water supply system. Failure to do so could result in water leaks when the refrigerator is put back into service. Contact a service representative to perform this operation.

Refer to the guide on the next page for details on caring and cleaning specic areas of your refrigerator.

Care and Cleaning

Care and cleaning tips

Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions

Interior & Door Liners

Door Gaskets • Soap and water • Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth.

Drawers & Bins • Soap and water • Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners and tracks.

Glass Shelves • Soap and water

Toe Grille • Soap and water

Exterior & Handles

Exterior & Handles (Stainless Steel Models Only)

• Soap and water

• Baking soda and water

• Glass cleaner

• Mild liquid sprays

• Vacuum

• Soap and water

• Non abrasive glass cleaner

• Soap and water

• Stainless steel cleaners

• Use two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart of warm water.

• Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls, LED lights or any electrical part.

• Do not wash any removable items (bins, drawers, etc.) in dishwasher.

• Allow glass to warm to room temperature before immersing in warm water.

• Remove toe grille (see Installation Instructions).

• Vacuum both sides and wipe with sudsy cloth or sponge. Rinse and dry.

• Do not use commercial household cleaners containing ammonia, bleach or alcohol to clean handles.

• Use a soft cloth to clean smooth handles.

• Do not use a dry cloth to clean smooth doors.

• Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel.

• Clean stainless steel front and handles with non-abrasive soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth.

• Use a non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner. These cleaners can be purchased at most home improvement or major department stores. Always follow manufacturer’s instruction. Do not use household cleaners containing ammonia or bleach.

• NOTE: Always clean, wipe and dry with grain to prevent scratching.

• Wash the rest of the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.

Vacation and moving tips

Occasion Tips

Short Vacations • Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of three weeks or less.

Long Vacations • Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more.

Moving • Remove all food and ice.

• Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment.

• Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket, even if you will only be gone a few days.

• Turn the cooling system off (see “Controls” section for location of On/Off button) and disconnect power cord.

• Turn water supply valve to closed position.

• Clean interior thoroughly.

• Leave doors open to prevent odors and mold build-up. Block doors open if necessary.

• If using a handcart, load from the side.

• Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving.

• Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface.

Replacing LED lights

Both the freezer and fresh food compartments of your refrigerator include maintenance-free LED lights. To replace, contact an authorized service technician or call Customer Service at 1-800-223-3900.

Solutions to Common Problems

Before you call...

If you experience a concern with your refrigerator or notice a product behavior or condition that you do not understand, you can usually avoid a call to your service representative by referring to this section for an answer. Beginning with the following table, this information includes concerns, potential causes, and common solutions.

Automatic Ice Maker Concern Potential Cause Common Solution

Ice maker is not making any ice.

Ice maker is not making enough ice.

Freezer ice maker will not stop making ice.

Ice cubes are freezing together.

• Ice maker is turned off.

• Refrigerator is not connected to water line or water valve is not open.

• The water supply line is kinked.

• The water lter is not seated properly.

• The water lter may be clogged with foreign material.

• Saddle valve on cold water pipe is clogged or restricted by foreign material.

• Ice maker is producing less ice than you expect.

• The water lter may be clogged with foreign material.

• The water supply line is kinked.

• Saddle valve on cold water pipe is clogged or restricted by foreign material.

• Heavy trafc, opening or closing of the doors excessively.

• Freezer control is set too warm

• Water pressure is extremely low. Cut-off and

cut-on pressures are to low. (well system only)

• Reverse osmosis sytem is in regenerative

phrase

• Ice maker wire signal arm is being held down by some package in the freezer that has fallen against the ice maker.

• Ice cubes are not being used frequently enough.

• Ice cubes are hollow (shells of ice with water inside). The hollow cubes break open in the bin and leak their water onto existing ice, which causes it to freeze together.

• Turn on ice maker by lowering the wire signal arm.

• Connect the unit to the household water supply and ensure the supply valve is open.

• Ensure that the supply line does not kink when the refrigerator is pushed into place against the wall.

• Remove and re-install the water lter. Be sure to

push the lter rmly so that you hear it lock solidly

into position.

• If water dispenses slowly or not at all, or if the lter is six months old or older, it should be replaced.

• Turn off household water line valve. Remove valve. Ensure that valve is not a self-piercing saddle valve. Clean valve. Replace valve if necessary.

• The ice maker will produce approximately 2 to 2.5 lbs (0.9 to 1.1 kg) of ice every 24 hours depending on usage conditions.

• If the lter is six months old or older, it should be replaced.

• Ensure that the supply line does not kink when the refrigerator is pushed into place against the wall.

• Turn off household water line valve. Remove valve. Ensure that valve is not a self-piercing saddle valve. Clean valve. Replace valve if necessary.

• Press Fast Freeze to temporarily increase ice production rate.

• Set freezer control to colder setting to improve performance of the ice maker. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize.

• Have someone turn up the cut-off and cut-on pressure on the water pump system (well system only)

• It is normal for a reverse osmosis system to be below 20 psi during the regenerative phase.

• Move the item and release wire signal arm. Remove any ice cubes that may have frozen together over the wire signal arm.

• Remove ice container and discard ice. The ice maker will produce fresh supply. Ice should be used at least twice weekly to keep the cubes separated.

• This generally occurs when the ice maker does not get enough water. This is usually the result of a

clogged water lter. Replace the water lter.

Odors In Refrigerator Concern Potential Cause Common Solution

Interior is dirty. Odors

• Interior needs to be cleaned.

• Food with strong odors is stored in refrigerator.

• See Care & Cleaning Tips.

• Cover food tightly. Air lter may need to be changed more frequently if foods with strong odors are routinely stored in refrigerator.

Solutions to Common Problems

Opening/Closing Of Doors/Drawers Concern Potential Cause Common Solution

Door(s) will not close. • Door was closed too hard, causing other

door to open slightly

• Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on the

oor when moved slightly.

• An object has fallen from the baskets blocking the door from closing.

• Close both doors gently

• Ensure oor is level and solid, and can adequately support the refrigerator. Contact a

carpenter to correct a sagging or sloping oor.

• Check for ice or food items blocking drawer.

Drawers are difcult

to move.

• Food is touching shelf on top of drawer.

• Drawer is overloaded

• Keep less food in drawer.

• Remove or redistribute food.

Refrigerator Operations Concern Potential Cause Common Solution

Compressor does not run.

Refrigerator runs too much or too long.

Digital temperature

displays are ashing.

• Freezer control is set to “OFF”

• Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. Plug at wall outlet is disconnected.

• House fuse is blown or a tripped circuit breaker.

• Power outage.

• Your variable speed compressor is designed to run 100% of the time except during the defrost cycle. At times it will run faster, such as after a defrost cycle

• Electronic control system has detected a performance problem.

• Set freezer control

• This is normal for a fully automatic defrost refrigerator. The defrost cycle occurs periodically, lasting about 30 minutes.

• Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.

• Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Reset circuit breaker.

• Check house lights. Call local Electric Company.

• It is normal for the compressor to run continuously except during defrost mode.

• Call your local service representative, who can interpret any messages or number codes

ashing on the digital displays.

Temperatures Are Too Cold Concern Potential Cause Common Solution

Freezer temperature too cold. Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory.

Refrigerator temperature too cold. Freezer temperature is satisfactory.

Food stored in drawers freezes.

Food stored in Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone freezes

• Fast Freeze function is activated.

• Freezer control is set too cold.

• Ice maker is on.

• Fast Ice function is activated.

• Refrigerator control is set too cold. • Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting.

• Refrigerator control is set too cold. • See solution above.

• Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone control is set too cold.

• Deactivate Fast Freeze function.

• Set freezer control to a warmer setting. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize.

• It is normal for the freezer compartment to over cool while automatic ice maker is on.

• Deactivate Fast Ice function.

Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize.

• Adjust Temperature Adjustable Cold Zone control to a warmer setting. Meat should be stored at a temperature just below the freezing point for maximum fresh storage time. It is normal for ice crystals to form due to the moisture content of meat.

Solutions to Common Problems

Temperatures Are Too Warm Concern Potential Cause Common Solution

Freezer/Refrigerator temperature is too warm.

Freezer temperature is too warm. Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory.

Refrigerator temperature is too warm. Freezer temperature is satisfactory.

Temperature in the Adjustable Cold Zone Drawer is too warm

Water/Moisture/Frost Inside Refrigerator Concern Potential Cause Common Solution

Moisture collects on inside of refrigerator walls.

Water collects on bottom side of drawer cover.

Moisture collects in bottom of drawer.

Moisture collects on outside of refrigerator or between doors.

• Doors are opened too frequently or too long.

• Door is slightly open.

• Freezer control is set too warm.

• Refrigerator control is set too warm.

• Temperature control is set too warm.

• Weather is hot and humid.

• Door is slightly open.

• Door is opened too often or too long.

• Flipper Muillion

• Vegetables contain and give off moisture.

• Washed vegetables and fruit drain while in the drawer.

• Fruits and vegetables are kept past their prime.

• Weather is humid.

• Door is slightly open, causing cold air from inside refrigerator to meet warm air from outside.

• Warm air enters the refrigerator whenever the door is opened. Open the door less often.

• See Concern section, Opening/Closing of Doors/Drawers.

• Set freezer control to a colder setting. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize.

• Set refrigerator control to a colder setting. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize.

• Adjust temperature control to a colder setting.

• The rate of frost buildup and internal sweating increases.

• See Concern section, Opening/Closing of Doors/Drawers.

• Open door less often to allow internal temperature to stabilize.

• Adjust ipper mullion. (See page 8)

• Moisture on the bottom side of the cover is not unusual.

• Move humidity control (select models) to lower setting.

• Dry items before putting them in the drawer. Water collecting in bottom of drawer is normal.

• Routinely clean out old fruits and vegetables especially if they begin to break down.

• This is normal in humid weather. When humidity is lower, the moisture should disappear.

• See Concern section, Opening/Closing of Doors/Drawers.

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