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TableofContents/ Tabledes mati6res

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ....................................................................... 1

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................... 2

REFRIGERATOR USE ............................................................................. 5

REFRIGERATOR CARE ........................................................................... 7

TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................. 8

ACC ESSORI ES ...................................................................................... 10

WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS ...................................................... 10

PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET ............................................................ 11

WAR RAN TY ............................................................................................ 12

SI_CURITI_ DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ........................................................ 13

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ...................................................... 14

UTILISATION DU RI=FRIGI=RATEUR ................................................... 17

ENTRETIEN DU RI=FRIGI=RATEUR ..................................................... 19

DI_PANNAGE .......................................................................................... 20

ACCESSOIRES ...................................................................................... 22

FEUlLLE DE DONNI_ES SUR LA PERFORMANCE ............................ 23

GARANTIE .............................................................................................. 24

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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions:

• 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• 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).

• Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on some models).

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator

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.

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

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Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

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.

When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for

cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with
cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage. 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.

Remove packaging materials. 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."

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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.
Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small,
pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers

are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid
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 V2"
(1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top. When installing your
refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2" (5.08 cm) minimum on

each side (depending on your model) to allow for the door to
swing open. If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra
space at the back for the water line connections.

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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.

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) to 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

Controls."

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NOTES:

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).

Normal minimum cabinet cut-out width required for product
installation is 36" (91.44 cm). However, if the product is placed
against an extended wall and the ability to remove the crisper
pans is desired, an additional 18" (45.72 cm) of cabinet width

is required, so a total cabinet opening width of
54" (137.16 cm) is recommended.

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Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.

TOOLS NEEDED:

• Flat-blade screwdriver • V4" Nut driver

• 7/_6"and V2" Open-end or two • V4" Drill bit
adjustable wrenches • Cordless drill

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a
V4"(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 346"(4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and
clogs more easily.

IMPORTANT:

• 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.

Water Pressure

A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and
120 psi (207 and 827 kPa)is required to operate the water

dispenser and ice maker. Ifyou have questions about your water
pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply
IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out of a

reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the
refrigerator needs to be between 30 and 120 psi (207 and

827 kPa).
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 water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than
40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):

• 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 your refrigerator has a water filter, it may further reduce the
water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse
osmosis system. Remove the water filter. See "Water Filtration
System."

If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed,
qualified plumber.

Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is

connected, turn the ice maker OFF.

screws slowly and evenly so the washer makes a watertight
seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.

7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the
copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the
outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw the compression
nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not

overtighten.

8. Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink, and turn
ON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is clear.

Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the copper
tubing.

Connect to Refrigerator

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.
Turn shutoff valve ON.4=

5.

Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including
connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

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B

C

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"(12.70 mm) to 11¼"(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 need. Measure
from the connection on the lower rear corner 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.

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Using a cordless drill, drill a 1/4"(6.35 mm) hole in the cold
water pipe you have selected.

G _ _ ..................A .............C

A.Cold waterpipe 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"(6.35 mm)
drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the
pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp

A. Tube clamp

B. Tube clamp screw

C. Copper tubing

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The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If your

D. Compression nut

E. Valve inlet

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. Remove and discard the black nylon plug from the gray water
tube on the rear of the refrigerator.

3. If the gray water tube supplied with the refrigerator is not long
enough, a V4"x 1/4"(6.35 mm x 6.35 mm) coupling is needed in

order to connect the water tubing to an existing household
water line. Thread the provided nut onto the coupling on the
end of the copper tubing.

NOTE: Tighten the nut by hand. Then tighten it with a wrench
two more turns. Do not overtighten.

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A. Refrigerator water tubing E. Ferrule(purchased)

B.Nut (provided) F Nut (purchased)

C.Bulb G.Household water fine
D. Coupling (purchased)

4. Turn shutoff valve ON.

5. Check for leaks. Tighten any nuts or connections (including
connections at the valve) that leak.

Style 3

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove and discard the black nylon plug from the gray water
tube on the rear of the refrigerator.

3. Thread the provided nut onto the water valve as shown.
NOTE: Tighten the nut by hand. Then tighten it with a wrench

two more turns. Do not overtighten.

Complete the Installation

Electrical Shock Hazard

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A. Bulb
B. Nut (provided)

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B

4. Turn shutoff valve ON.

5. Check for leaks. Tighten any nuts or connections (including
connections at the valve) that leak.

REFRIGERATORUSE

Foryour convenience,your refrigeratorcontrolsarepresetatthe
factory.When you firstinstallyour refrigerator,make surethatthe

controlsarestillpreset.The RefrigeratorControland the Freezer
Controlshould both be settothe "mid-settings."

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IM PORTANT:

Your product will not cool when the REFRIGERATOR Control
is set to OFE

The Refrigerator Control adjusts the refrigerator compartment
temperature. The Freezer Control adjusts the freezer
compartment temperature. Settings to the left of the mid-

setting make the temperature less cold. Settings to the right of
the mid-setting make the temperature colder.

Wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. If you
add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your

food may spoil.

NOTE: Adjusting the Refrigerator and Freezer Controls to a higher
(colder) than recommended setting will not cool the

compartments any faster.

Adjusting Controls

Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding
food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the
refrigerator. The settings indicated in the previous section should

be correct for normal household refrigerator usage. The controls
are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when

ice cream is firm.

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.

1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

2. Flush the water system. See "Prepare the Water System" or
"Water and Ice Dispensers."

NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Allow
3 days to completely fill ice container.

Turn the control right (clockwise) to make the compartment colder.
Turn the control left (counterclockwise) to make it less cold. To

turn the cooling system off, turn the Refrigerator Control
counterclockwise until it reaches the OFF position.

If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer,
use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. Wait at least
24 hours between adjustments.

CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR too warm REFRIGERATOR Control

one setting higher

FREEZER too warm/ FREEZER Control
too little ice one setting higher

REFRIGERATOR too cold REFRIGERATOR Control

one setting lower

FREEZER too cold FREEZER Control

one setting lower

The control can be adjusted to properly chill meats or vegetables.
The air inside the pan is cooled to avoid "spot" freezing and can

be set to keep meats at the National Livestock and Meat Board
recommended storage temperatures of 28° to 32°F (-2° to 0°C).

The convertible vegetable/meat drawer control comes preset at

the lowest meat setting.

To store meat:

Set the control to one of the three MEAT settings to store meat at
its optimal storage temperature.

To store vegetables:

Set the control to VEG to store vegetables at their optimal storage
temperatures.

NOTE: If food starts to freeze, move the control to the left (less
cold). Remember to wait 24 hours between adjustments.

some modes

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed
crisper. Adjust the control to any setting between LOW and HIGH.

LOW (open) for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins.

HIGH (closed) for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

The Water Dispenser

IMPORTANT: Dispense enough water every week to maintain a
fresh supply.

To Dispense Water:

1. Press a sturdy glass against the water dispenser lever.

2. Remove the glass to stop dispensing.

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Cool air from the freezer is directed to the refrigerator door bin
directly beneath the vents.

NOTE: The dairy compartment and can rack are not associated
with the Chilled Door Bin feature.

Chilled Door Bin Control

The chilled door bin control is located on the left-hand side of the
refrigerator compartment.

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A. Chilled door bin control

Slide the door chill control to the left to reduce the flow of cold
air to the bin and make it less cold.

Slide the door chill control to the right to increase the flow of
cold air to the bin and make it colder.

Depending on your model, you may have one or more of the
following options: the ability to select either crushed or cubed ice,
a special light that turns on when you use the dispenser, or a lock

option to avoid unintentional dispensing.

NOTES:

• The dispensing system will not operate when the freezer door
is open.

After connecting the refrigerator to a water source, flush the
water system. Use a sturdy container to depress and hold the
water dispenser lever for 5 seconds, then release it for
5 seconds. Repeat until water begins to flow. Once water

begins to flow, continue depressing and releasing the
dispenser lever (5 seconds on, 5 seconds off) for an additional

5 minutes. This will flush air from the filter and water
dispensing system. Additional flushing may be required in
some households. As air is cleared from the system, water

may spurt out of the dispenser.
Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool down and chill

water.

• Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the
first three batches of ice produced.

The Ice Dispenser

The dispensing system will not operate when the freezer door is

open. Ice dispenses from the ice maker storage bin in the freezer
when the dispenser lever is pressed.

NOTE: Some models dispense both cubed and crushed ice.
Before dispensing ice, select which type of ice you prefer.

For crushed ice, cubes are crushed before being dispensed. This
may cause a slight delay when dispensing crushed ice. Noise
from the ice crusher is normal, and pieces of ice may vary in size.
When changing from crushed to cubed, a few ounces of crushed

ice will be dispensed along with the first cubes.

To Dispense Ice:

1. Press the button to select the desired type of ice.

Cut Hazard

Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice.
Failure to do so can result in cuts.

2,

Press a sturdy glass against the ice dispenser lever. Hold the
glass close to the dispenser opening so ice does not fall
outside of the glass.

IMPORTANT: You do not need to apply a lot of pressure to the
lever in order to activate the ice dispenser. Pressing hard will

not make the ice dispense faster or in greater quantities.

3. Remove the glass to stop dispensing.

The Dispenser Light

The dispenser area has a light. It can be turned on manually by

pressing the ON button (touchpad or rocker switch).
On some models: Whenever you use the dispenser, the lever will

automatically turn the light on.
NOTE: See the "Changing the Light Bulbs" section for information

on changing the dispenser light bulb.

The Dispenser Lock (on some models)

The dispenser can be turned off for easy cleaning or to avoid

unintentional dispensing by small children and pets.
NOTE: The lock feature does not shut off power to the product, to

the ice maker, or to the dispenser light. It simply deactivates the
dispenser levers. The ice and water dispensers will not work.

• Press and hold LOCK for 3 seconds to lock the dispenser.

• Press and hold LOCK a second time to unlock the dispenser.

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Non-Indicator Water Filter (on some models)

Turning the Ice Maker On/Off

• Toturn ON the ice maker, simply lower the wire shutoff arm.

• To manually turn off the ice maker, lift the wire shutoff arm to
the OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click. Ice can still

be dispensed, but no more can be made.

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.

REMEMBER:

• Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the
first three batches of ice produced.

The quality of your ice will be only as good asthe 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 asoftened 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 storage

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 storage
bin.

Removing and Replacing Ice Storage Bin

If your refrigerator does not have the water filter status light, you
should change the water filter cartridge at least every 6 months

depending on your water quality and usage. If the water flow to
the water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably before
6 months have passed, replace the water filter more often.

Using the Dispenser Without the Water Filter

You can run the dispenser without a water filter. Your water will not
be filtered.

1. Remove the water filter.

2.

Slide the cap off the end of the filter and replace the cap in the
base grille.

IMPORTANT: Do not discard the cap. It is part of your
refrigerator. Keep the cap to use with the replacement filter.

REFRIGERATORCARE

1. Pull the covering panel up from the bottom and then slide it
back toward the rear.

2. Lift the wire shutoff arm so it clicks into the OFF (up) position.

3. Lift up the front of the storage bin and pull it out.

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Replace the bin by pushing it in all the way or the dispenser
will not work.

5.

To restart ice production, push the wire shutoff arm down to
the ON position. Make sure the door is closed tightly.

Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of
unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or
after the system.

Water Filter Status Light (on some models)

The water filter status light will help you know when to change
your water filter. The light will change from green to yellow. This
tells you that it is almost time to change the filter. It is

recommended that you replace the water filter when the status
light changes to red OR water flow to your water dispenser or ice
maker decreases noticeably. The filter should be replaced at least
every 6 months depending on your water quality and usage.

After changing the water filter, reset the water filter status light.
The status light will change from red to green when the system is

reset.

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflarnrnable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically.
However, clean both sections about once a month to avoid
buildup of odors. Wipe up spills immediately.

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.

To Clean Your Refrigerator:
NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window

sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes,
concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing
petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or

gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh
cleaning tools.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior
surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a

mild detergent in warm water.

3. Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean
sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.

4. On some models, wash glass door panels with a clean
sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.

NOTES:

Do not hit the glass with pots, pans, furniture, toys, or
other objects. Scratching, hitting, jarring or stressing the
glass may weaken its structure, causing an increased
likelihood of breakage at a later date.

Do not close the doors until all shelves, drawers and bins
are in place.

5.

There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal
home operating environments. If the environment is

particularly greasy or dusty, or there is significant pet traffic in
the home, the condenser should be cleaned every 2 to
3 months to ensure maximum efficiency.

If you need to clean the condenser:

• Remove the base grille.

• Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush to clean the grille,
the open areas behind the grille and the front surface area

of the condenser.

• Replace the base grille when finished.

6.

Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

NOTE: Not all bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the
bulb with one of the same size, shape and wattage. On some
models, the dispenser light requires a heavy duty 10-watt bulb. All

other lights require a 40-watt bulb. Replacement bulbs are
available from your dealer.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove light shield when applicable.
NOTE: To clean the light shield, wash it with warm water and

liquid detergent. Rinse and dry the shield well.

3. Remove light bulb and replace with one of the same size,
shape and wattage.

4. Replace light shield when applicable.

5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

The refrigerator will not operate

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.

Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is

working.
Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace

the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues,
call an electrician.

• Are controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on.
See "Using the Controls."

• New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the
refrigerator to cool completely.

NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting will
not cool either compartment more quickly.

The motor seems to run too much

Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its
high-efficiency compressor and fans. The refrigerator may run
even longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors

are opened often, or if the doors have been left open.

The refrigerator is noisy

Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this
reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new

refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are
listed some normal sounds with an explanation.

• Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice
maker

Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize
performance

Rattling - flow of refrigerant, water line, or from items placed
on top of the refrigerator

Sizzling/Gurgling - water dripping on the heater during
defrost cycle

Popping - contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially
during initial cool-down

Water running - may be heard when water melts during the
defrost cycle and runs into the drain pan

Creaking/Cracking - occurs as ice is being ejected from the
ice maker mold

The doors will not close completely

• Door blocked open? Move food packages away from door.

• Bin or shelf in the way? Push bin or shelf back in the correct
position.

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