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Table of Contents/Table des matieres .................. 2
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TABLEOFCONTENTS
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ............................................................. 3
Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator .................................... 3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. 4
Unpack the Refrigerator ............................................................... 4
Location Requirements ................................................................ 4
Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 5
Water Supply Requirements ........................................................ 5
Connect the Water Supply ........................................................... 5
Refrigerator Doors ........................................................................ 6
Adjust the Doors ......................................................................... 10
Normal Sounds .......................................................................... 10
REFRIGERATOR USE .................................................................. 10
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation .................................................. 10
Using the Control ....................................................................... 11
Ice Maker .................................................................................... 11
REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ...................................................... 12
Refrigerator Shelves ................................................................... 12
Meat Drawer ............................................................................... 12
TABLEDESMATIERES
SI_CURITI_ DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR .............................................. 20
Mise au rebut de votre vieux refrigGrateur ................................. 20
INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ............................................ 21
Deballage du refrigGrateur ......................................................... 21
Exigences d'emplacement ......................................................... 21
Specifications electriques .......................................................... 22
Specifications de I'alimentation en eau ..................................... 22
Raccordement de la canalisation d'eau .................................... 23
Portes du refrigGrateur ............................................................... 24
Ajustement des portes ............................................................... 28
Sons normaux ............................................................................ 28
UTILISATION DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR .......................................... 28
Pour s'assurer d'une circulation d'air appropriee ..................... 28
Utilisation de la commande ....................................................... 29
Machine a glagons ..................................................................... 29
CARACTI_RISTIQUES DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR .......................... 30
Tablettes du refrigGrateur ........................................................... 30
Bac & viande............................................................................... 30
Crisper ........................................................................................ 12
Utility or Egg Bin......................................................................... 13
FREEZER FEATURES .................................................................. 13
Freezer Shelf ............................................................................... 13
DOOR FEATURES ........................................................................ 14
Door Rails ................................................................................... 14
Can Racks and Door Bins .......................................................... 14
REFRIGERATOR CARE ............................................................... 14
Cleaning ...................................................................................... 14
Dry Erase Board ......................................................................... 15
Changing the Light Bulbs ........................................................... 15
Power Interruptions .................................................................... 15
Vacation and Moving Care ......................................................... 16
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 16
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ......................................................... 18
In the U.S.A ................................................................................ 18
In Canada ................................................................................... 18
Accessories ................................................................................ 18
WAR RANTY .................................................................................. 19
Bac & legumes ............................................................................ 31
Casier utilitaire ou oeufrier .......................................................... 32
CARACTI_RISTIQUES DU CONGI_LATEUR ............................... 32
Clayette du congelateur ............................................................. 32
CARACTI_RISTIQUES DE LA PORTE ......................................... 32
Tringles dans la porte ................................................................. 32
Porte-cannettes et balconnets ................................................... 33
ENTRETIEN DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ............................................ 33
Nettoyage ................................................................................... 33
Tableau - Effagage a sec ............................................................ 34
Remplacement des ampoules d'eclairage ................................ 34
Pannes de courant ..................................................................... 35
Entretien avant les vacances ou Iors d'un dem6nagement .......35
DI_PAN NAGE................................................................................. 36
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ......................................................... 38
Accessoires ................................................................................ 38
GARANTIE ..................................................................................... 39
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REFRIGERATORSAFETY
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."
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the refrigerator, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
• Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
• Do not remove ground prong.
• Do not use an adapter.
[] Do not use an extension cord.
• Disconnect power before servicing.
• Replace all parts and panels before operating.
• Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
SAVETNESEINSTRUCTIONS
[] Use nonflammable cleaner.
[] Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from refrigerator.
[] Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.
[] Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker
kit ready models only).
Proper Disposal of Your OldRefrigerator
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous
- even if they will sit for "just a few days." If you are getting rid of
your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help
prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:
• Takeoff the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily
climb inside.
INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Remove the Packaging
• 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.
• Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For
more information, see "Refrigerator Safety."
• On some models, shelves, bins, door shelf rails, and other
feature parts may be packaged in the Interior FeaturePak.
Follow the instructions contained in the package for proper
assembly.
• There are four bolts that secure the refrigerator to the
shipping case. Keep these bolts because they are the
refrigerator's leveling legs.
• Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the white foam air return insert that
is located behind the control panel on the ceiling of the
refrigerator (on some models). The insert is part of the refrigerator
and not part of the packing material. If the insert is removed, ice
may migrate down from the freezer and cause icicles to form.
When IVlovingYour Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator
for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor.
Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it.
Do not wiggle or "walk" the refrigerator when trying to move
it, as floor damage could occur.
important information to know about glass shelves
and covers:
Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when
they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to
sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping.
For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter
into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass
shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when
removing them to avoid impact from dropping.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a 1/2"
(12.70 mm) space on each side. Allow 3" (7.5 cm) of space
between overhead cabinets and refrigerator top. Allow at least 1"
(25.40 mm) between back of cabinet and the wall. Ifyour
refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you leave some extra
space at the back for the water line connections.
• If you are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave
2" (5.08 cm) minimum on the hinge side (depending on your
model) to allow for the door to swing open.
• Level the refrigerator. See "Adjust the Doors."
NOTE: It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator
near an oven, radiator, or other heat source. Do not install in a
location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).
Clean Before Using
After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of
your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in
"Refrigerator Care."
2" (5.08era)
ElectricalShockHazard
Plugintoa 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.
Water Pressure
A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and
120 psi (207 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the ice maker. If
you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed,
qualified plumber.
Reverse Osmosis Water Supply
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your
cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis
system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa).
If the ice maker is still not operating properly:
• Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse
osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.
• Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill
after heavy usage.
If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed,
qualified plumber.
Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is
important to make sure you have the proper electrical
connection.
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded
electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet
that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an
extension cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or
removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator
or Freezer Control depending on the model) OFF and then
disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you
are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source
and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control
depending on the model) to the desired setting. See "Using the
Control."
Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT:
• If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is
connected, turn the ice maker OFE
• All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.
• Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing
only in areas where the household temperatures will remain
above freezing.
TOOLS NEEDED: Flat-blade screwdriver, 7/le"and 1/2"open-end
wrenches or 2 adjustable wrenches, 1/4"nut driver and drill bit,
cordless drill. Gather the required tools and parts before starting
installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any
tools listed.
NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a %"
(6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing.
Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with
your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or 3/le"
(4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more
easily.
Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line
is connected, turn the ice maker OFE
Connect to Water Line
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long
enough to clear line of water.
3. Locate a 1/2"to 1V4"(1.27 cm to 3.18 cm) vertical cold water
pipe near the refrigerator.
IMPORTANT:
• Make sure it is a cold water pipe.
• Horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the
pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from
the drill and normal sediment from collecting in the valve.
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Determine the length of copper tubing you will need. Measure
from the connection on lower left rear of refrigerator to the
water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use 1/4"
(6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure
both ends of copper tubing are cut square.
5=
Using a grounded drill, drill a 1/4"hole in the cold water pipe
you have selected.
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G, ........................B
A. Cold water pipe E. Compression sleeve
B.Pipe clamp F. Shutoff valve
C. Copper tubing G.Packing nut
D. Compression nut
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Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe
clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1/4"drilled hole
in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp.
Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws
slowly and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not
overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.
7. Slipthecompressionsleeveandcompressionnutonthe
coppertubingasshown.Inserttheendofthetubingintothe
outletendsquarelyasfarasitwillgo.Screwcompressionnut
ontooutletendwithadjustablewrench.Donotovertighten.
8. Placethefreeendofthetubinginacontainerorsink,and
turnONthemainwatersupply.Flushthetubinguntilwateris
clear.TurnOFFtheshutoffvalveonthewaterpipe.Coilthe
coppertubing.
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NOTE:Onkitmodels,assemblewatervalvetorefrigeratorperkit
instructions.
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. This will help avoid
damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back
against the wall.
4. Turn shutoff valve ON.
5. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including
connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.
5. Turn shutoff valve ON. Check for leaks. Tighten any
connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that
leak.
6. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If
your water conditions require a second water strainer, install
it in the 1/4"(6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection.
Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.
Complete the Installation
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.
A. Tube clamp
B. Copper tubing
6.
The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If your
water conditions require a second water strainer, install it in
the 1/4"(6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection. Obtain
a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.
Style 2
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the product and
insert the copper tubing through the clamp as shown.
3. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression
nut and sleeve as shown.
4. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. Reattach
the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet.
C. Compression nut
D. Valve inlet
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Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard
the first three batches of ice produced. Allow 3 days to
completely fill ice container.
TOOLS NEEDED: 5/le" hex-head socket wrench, #2 Phillips
screwdriver, flat-blade screwdriver, 5/le" open-end wrench, flat
2" putty knife.
IMPORTANT:
• Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFE Unplug
refrigerator or disconnect power.
• Remove food and adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
• If you are only removing and replacing the doors, see the
"Remove Doors and Hinges" and "Replace Doors and
Hinges" sections.
• Depending on your model, you may have standard (Style 1)
or contoured (Style 2) doors. If you are also going to reverse
the door swing, follow the instructions for the appropriate
door style.
Remove Doors and Hinges
_;,/16"Hex-Head Hinge Screw
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A. Tube clamp C. Compression nut
B. Copper tubing
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Close the refrigerator door and keep both doors closed until
you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the
hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets
to hold the doors in place while you are working.
3. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown inTop Hinge
graphic. Lift the freezer door free from the cabinet.
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4. Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center
Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.
5. Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the
Bottom Hinge graphic.
Style 2 - Contoured
Graphics follow these instructions.
Reverse Doors (optional)
IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your doors so that they open
in the opposite direction, follow these steps. If you are not
reversing the doors, see "Replace Doors and Hinges."
Style I - Standard
Graphics follow these instructions.
Door Stop Screw
DoorHandle Sealing Screw
Flat-Head Handle Screw
Door Handle Seal Screw Front
Cabinet
1. Remove 5/le" hex-head hinge screws from handle side and
move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-1.
2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top and
move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown.
See Graphic 1-2.
Freezer door
1. Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts
together. See Graphic 2.
2. Remove door hinge hole plug. Move to opposite side as
shown. See Graphic 3.
3. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side
of freezer door as shown. See Graphic 4.
4. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of freezer door as
shown. See Graphic 5.
5. Position freezer handle on opposite side of freezer door.
Assemble handle on door as shown. See Graphic 2.
6. Tighten all screws. Set aside door until hinges and
refrigerator compartment door are in place.
Refrigerator door
1. Remove the screw cover. See Graphic 6.
2. Remove refrigerator handle assembly as shown. Keep all
parts together. See Graphic 6.
3. Remove door hinge hole plug from refrigerator door. Move to
opposite side hinge hole as shown. See Graphic 3.
4. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side
of refrigerator door as shown. See Graphic 4.
5. Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side
of refrigerator door as shown. See Graphic 7.
6. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door
as shown. See Graphic 5.
7. Position refrigerator handle on opposite side of the
refrigerator door as shown. See Graphic 6. Drive top two
screws in handle first. Align lower portion of handle and drive
bottom screw.
8. Replace screw cover. See Graphic 6.
9. Tighten all screws. Set aside refrigerator door until bottom
hinge is installed on refrigerator.
Door Hinge Hole Plug
Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug
DoorHandle Screw Cover
Round-Head Handle Screw
Round-Head DoorHandle
Handle Screw Screw Hole Plug
Cabinet
1. Remove %e" hex-head hinge screws from handle side and
move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-1.
2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and
move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown. See
Graphic 1-2.
Doors
1. Remove door hinge hole plug from top of freezer door. Move
to opposite side as shown. See Graphic 2.
2. Remove door stop from both the freezer and refrigerator
doors and move to the other side. See Graphic 3.
Replace Doors and Hinges
NOTE: Graphic may be reversed if door swing is reversed.
1. Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown. Tighten
screws. Replace the refrigerator door.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the
hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets
to hold the doors in place while you are working.
2. Assemble the parts for the center hinge as shown and tighten
all screws. See Center Hinge graphic. Replace the freezer
door.
3. Assemble the parts for the top hinge as shown. See Top
Hinge graphic. Do not tighten screws completely.
4. Line up the doors so that the bottom of the freezer door
aligns evenly with the top of the refrigerator door. Tighten all
screws.
Final Steps
1. Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are
in place. Reinstall top hinge cover. See Top Hinge graphic.
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.
2. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
3. Reset the controls. See "Using the Control."
4. Return all removable door parts to doors and food to
refrigerator.
Style I - Standard
Top Hinge
A. 5A6"Hex-Head Hinge Screws
B. Top Hinge
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Center Hinge
B
C
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A. Door Stop
B. Door Stop Screw
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D. Center Hinge
E. 5h6" Hex-Head Hinge Screws
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Bottom Hinge
A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs
A. Flat-Head Handle Screws
B. Freezer Handle
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A. 5/_6"Hex-Head Hinge
Screws and Washers
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A. Door Handle Sealing Screws
Front View Side View
A. Door Stop Screw
B. Door Stop
A. Door Handle
Seal Screw Front
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Style 2 - Contoured
Top Hinge
A. Top Hinge Cover
B. 5A6" Hex-Head Hinge Screws
C. Top Hinge
D. Spacer
Center Hinge
A
B
C
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A. Door Stop
B. Door Stop Screw
C. Spacer
D. Center Hinge
E. 5A_"Hex-Head Hinge Screws
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Removal of Door Stops
Bottom Hinge
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A. Door Stop
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C. Door Stop Screw
D. Bottom Hinge
E. 5A6"Hex-Head Hinge Screws
A. Door Stop
B. Door Stop Screw
Reinstallation of Door Stops
A. Door Stop
B. Door Stop Screw
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Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers - one on the right
and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you
want the doors to close easier, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using
the instructions below.
Depending on your model, your refrigerator may have leveling
legs (Style 1) or leveling screws (Style 2). They are part of the
front roller assemblies which are found at the base of the
refrigerator on either side.
1. Turn the leveling legs or leveling screws to the right to raise
that side of the refrigerator or to the left to lower that side. It
may take several turns to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the
refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws and
rollers. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.
2. Open both doors again and be 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.
Style I
• Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep
your food items at the desired temperatures and to minimize
energy usage. The high efficiency compressor and fans may
cause your refrigerator to run longer than your old one. You
may also hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound from the
compressor or fans adjusting to optimize performance.
• You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating air through
the refrigerator and freezer compartments. The fan speed
may increase as you open the doors or add warm food.
• Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the
water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator.
• Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle
may cause a sizzling sound.
• As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to
the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.
• Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a
popping noise.
• You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the
condenser fan.
You may hear water running into the drain pan during the
defrost cycle.
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Style 2
3. Using a level, be sure that the refrigerator is still level side to
side. Readjust if necessary.
Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn't
make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be
concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard
surfaces, such as the floor, walls, and cabinets, can make the
sounds seem louder. The following describes the kinds of sounds
and what may be making them.
• If your refrigerator is equipped with an ice maker, you will hear
a buzzing sound when the water valve opens to fill the ice
maker for each cycle.
In order to ensure proper temperatures, you need to permit
airflow between the refrigerator and freezer sections. As shown in
the illustration, cool air enters through the bottom of the freezer
section and moves up. Most of the air then flows through the
freezer section vents and recirculates under the freezer floor. The
rest of the air enters the refrigerator section through the top vent.
In some models, cool air enters through the back wall of
refrigerator section and moves to the front of the refrigerator and
up into the freezer.
Do not block any of these vents with food packages. If the vents
are blocked, airflow will be blocked and temperature and
moisture problems may occur.
IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any
odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must
thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To avoid odor
transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly. See
the "Refrigerator Features" section for details.
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The temperature control is located at the top of the refrigerator
compartment. It controls the temperature in both the refrigerator
and freezer compartments.
For your convenience, the Temperature Control is preset at the
factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the
control is still preset to the mid-setting as shown.
NOTE: To turn your refrigerator off, turn the refrigerator control to
the word OFF or until the word OFF appears. Your product will
not cool when the refrigerator control is set to OFR
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IMPORTANT:
Give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before
adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food
into the refrigerator.
If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely,
your food may spoil. Adjusting the Refrigerator and Freezer
Controls to a higher (colder) than recommended setting will
not cool the compartments any faster.
Adjusting Controls
The mid-setting indicated in the previous section should be
correct for normal household usage. The controls are set
correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice
cream is firm.
If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or
freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked.
If you need to adjust temperatures, use the settings listed in the
chart below as a guide. Wait at least 24 hours between
adjustments and then recheck the temperatures.
CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:
REFRIGERATOR section too warm Adjust REFRIGERATOR
- Door opened often, large amount or TEMPERATURE
of food added or room Control one setting
temperature very warm higher
FREEZER section too warm/ice
not made fast enough
- Door opened often, or large
amount of food added or very cold
room temperature (can't cycle
often enough)
- Heavy ice usage
REFRIGERATOR section too cold
- Controls not set correctly for
your conditions
Adjust FREEZER or
TEMPERATURE Control
one setting higher
Adjust REFRIGERATOR
or TEMPERATURE
Control one setting
lower
Turning the Ice Maker On/Off
To turn the ice maker ON, simply lower the wire shutoff arm.
To manually turn the ice maker OFF, lift the wire shutoff arm to the
OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click.
NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. As ice is made,
the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin and the ice cubes will
raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position. Do not
force the wire shutoff arm up or down.
Ice Production Rate
• Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the
first three batches of ice produced.
• The ice maker should produce approximately 8 to 12 batches
of ice in a 24-hour period.
• To increase ice production, lower the freezer and refrigerator
temperature. See "Using the Control." Wait 24 hours between
adjustments.
• For maximum ice production (on some models), push the
switch to ICE PLUS. The ice maker should produce 16 to
20 batches of ice in a 24-hour period in the Ice Plus mode.
Remember
• The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of
the water supplied to your ice maker. Avoid connecting the
ice maker to a softened water supply. Water softener
chemicals (such as salt) can damage parts of the ice maker
and lead to poor quality ice. If a softened water supply cannot
be avoided, make sure the water softener is operating
properly and is well maintained.
• Do not use anything sharp to break up the ice in the bin. This
can cause damage to the ice container and the dispenser
mechanism.
• Do not store anything on top of or in the ice maker or ice bin.
FREEZER section too cold Adjust FREEZER or
- Controls not set correctly for TEMPERATURE Control
your conditions one setting lower
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REFRIGERATORFEATURES
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.
See the "Assistance or Service" section if you are interested in
purchasing one of the accessories.
Important information to know about glass shelves
and covers:
Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when
they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to
sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping.
For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter
into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass
shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when
removing them to avoid impact from dropping.
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The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to match your
individual storage needs.
Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and
adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will make
finding the exact item you want easier. It will also reduce the
amount of time the refrigerator door is open, and save energy.
Shelves and Glass Shelves (on some models)
To Remove and Replace a Shelf:
1. Remove items from the shelf.
2. Slide the shelf straight out to the stop.
3. Depending on your model, lift back or front of the shelf past
the stop. Slide shelf out the rest of the way.
4. Replace the shelf by sliding the back of the shelf into the
track in the wall of the cabinet.
5. Guide the front of the shelf into the shelf track. Be sure to
slide the shelf in all the way.
Meat Drawer Cover (on some models)
To Remove and Replace the Meat Drawer Cover:
1. Remove the meat drawer.
2. Push the cover back to release the rear clips from the shelf.
Tilt the cover up at the front, and pull it forward.
3. Replace the meat drawer cover by fitting the notches and
clips on the cover over the rear and center crossbars on the
shelf.
4. Lower cover into place and pull the cover forward to secure
the rear clips onto the shelf.
5. Replace the meat drawer.
NOTE: In some models the meat pan moves sideways on the
shelf to allow for flexible positioning.
Meat Storage Guide
Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and
moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary. See the following chart for
storage times. When storing meat longer than the times given,
freeze the meat.
Fresh fish or shellfish ......................... use same day as purchased
Chicken, ground beef, variety meats (liver) ...................... 1-2 days
Cold cuts, steaks/roasts .................................................. 3-5 days
Cured meats ................................................................... 7-10 days
Leftovers - Cover leftovers with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or
plastic containers with tight lids.
To Remove and Replace the Meat Drawer:
1. Slide meat drawer out to the stop.
2. Lift front of meat drawer with one hand while supporting
bottom of drawer with other hand. Slide drawer out the rest of
the way.
3. Replace the drawer by sliding it back in fully past the drawer
stop.
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Crisper Drawers
To Remove and Replace a Drawer:
1. Slide crisper(s) straight out to the stop. Lift the front and slide
the crisper(s) out the rest of the way.
2. Replace the crisper(s) by sliding the crisper(s) infully past the
stop.