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All about the
Use & Care
of your Refrigerator
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Information ......................2
Features ....................................................4
Installation ................................................5
Door Removal ............................................6
Door Handle Installation (some models) ......9
Water Supply Connection ..........................12
Ice Maker ................................................14
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Controls and Settings ...............................15
Storage Features ......................................16
Normal Operating Sounds .........................18
Filter replacement
(optional feature--select models) ...............19
Care and Cleaning ....................................20
Troubleshooting ....................................... 22
Warranty .................................................23
A13110302 (April 2019)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
Please read all instructions before using
this refrigerator.
For your Safety
• DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other
ammable liquids in the vicinity of 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.
• Avoid contact with any moving parts of
automatic ice maker.
• Remove all staples from the carton.
Staples can cause severe cuts, and also
destroy nishes if they come in contact
with other appliances or furniture.
Installation Checklist
Doors
Handles are secure and tight (some models)
Door seals completely to cabinet on all sides
Freezer door is level from side to side
across the top
Leveling
Refrigerator is level, side-to-side and
tilted ¼” (6 mm) front-to-back
Cabinet is setting solid on all corners
Anti-tip bracket set in front (both sides)
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 (some models)
Final Checks
Shipping material removed
Refrigerator and freezer temperatures set
to recommended setting
Crisper humidity controls set
Registration card sent in
WARNING
WARNING! CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS
Cancer and Reproductive Harm
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Denitions
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
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation
or maintenance information which is important but not hazard-related.
DANGER
DANGER Risk of re or explosion.
Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use
mechanical devices to defrost refrigerator.
Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.
DANGER Risk of re or explosion.
Flammable refrigerant used. To be repaired
only by trained service personnel. Do not
puncture refrigerant tubing.
CAUTION
CAUTION Risk of re or explosion.
Flammable refrigerant used. Consult repair
manual/owner’s guide before attempting to
service this product. All safety precautions
must be followed.
CAUTION Risk of re or explosion. Dispose of
property in accordance with federal or local
regulations. Flammable refrigerant used.
CAUTION Risk of re or explosion due
to puncture of refrigerant tubing. Follow
handling instructions carefully. Flammable
refrigerant used.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Grounding type wall receptacle
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Child Safety
Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and
any exterior wrapping material immediately
after the refrigerator is unpacked. Children
should never use these items to play. Cartons
covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets
or stretch wrap may become airtight cham-
bers, and can quickly cause suocation.
Proper Disposal of your
Refrigerator or Freezer
Risk of child entrapment
Child entrapment and suocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
refrigerators or freezers are still dangerous –
even if they will sit for “just a few days”. If you
are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer,
please follow the instructions below to help
prevent accidents.
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 throw
away your old refrigerator/freezer:
• Remove doors.
• Leave shelves
in place so
children may
not easily
climb inside.
• Have refrigerant removed
by a qualied service technician.
• If the power cord is damaged, it should
be replaced by an authorized service
technician to prevent any risk.
• 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.
• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning
and before replacing the AC LED light
bulb to avoid electrical shock. Use only a
5-watt or less AC LED light bulb.
• Performance may be aected if the voltage varies by 10% or more. Operating the
refrigerator with insucient power can
damage the compressor. Such damage is
not covered under your warranty.
• Do not plug the unit into an electrical
outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull
cord to prevent the refrigerator from be-
ing turned o accidentally.
IMPORTANT
Turning the Refrigerator controls to “OFF” will
disable your refrigerator’s cooling system, but
does not disconnect the power to the light
bulb and other electrical components. To turn
o power to your refrigerator you must unplug
the power cord from the electrical outlet.
WARNING
These guidelines must be followed to ensure
that safety mechanisms in this refrigerator
will operate properly.
Electrical information
• The refrigerator must be plugged into its
own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., 15 Amp,
AC only electrical 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 three prong receptacle. The receptacle must be installed in accordance
with local codes and ordinances. Consult
a qualied electrician. Avoid connecting
refrigerator to a Ground Fault Interrupter
(GFI) circuit. Do not use an extension
cord or adapter plug.
IMPORTANT
CFC/HCFC Disposal
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling
system that used CFCs or HCFCs (chlorouorocarbons or hydrochlorouorocarbons). 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 qualied technician. If
you intentionally release refrigerant, you may
be subject to nes and imprisonment under
provisions of environmental legislation.
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FEATURES
Ice Maker
(some models)
Freezer
Control
Ice Bucket
(some models)
Freezer Shelf
Refrigerator
Control
Full Shelf
Deli
Drawer
Crisper
Cover
Crisper
Drawers
Features may vary according to model
Fixed
Door Bins
Fixed
Door Bins
IMPORTANT
Cleaning your Refrigerator
Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning the refrigerator on. Rub a small
amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your ngers. Rinse with warm water and
dry with a soft cloth.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, ammable uids, or abrasive cleaners to
remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator.
After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the “CARE AND CLEANING” section in this manual.
IMPORTANT
Moving your Refrigerator
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to
cover the oor with cardboard or hardboard to avoid oor damage. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or “walk” the refrigerator when trying to move
it as you could damage the oor.
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INSTALLATION
This Use & Care Guide provides general operating
instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only
as instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before start-
ing the refrigerator, follow these important rst steps.
Location
• Choose a place that is near a grounded
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 mod-
els equipped with an automatic ice maker. If
you do not hook up water to the refrigera-
tor, remember to turn the ice maker o.
CAUTION
Do not block the lower front of your refrig-
erator. Sucient air circulation is essential
for the proper operation of your refrigerator.
Installation
Installation clearances
• Allow the following clearances for ease
of installation, proper air circulation, and
plumbing and electrical connections:
Sides & Top ⅜ in.
Back 1 in.
NOTE
If your refrigerator is placed with the door
hinge side against a wall, you may have to
allow additional space for the handle so the
door can be opened wider.
Guidelines for nal positioning of
your refrigerator:
• All 4 corners of the cabinet must rest
rmly on the oor.
• The cabinet should be level at the front
and rear.
• The sides should tilt ¼ in. (6 mm) from
front to back (to ensure that doors close
and seal properly).
• Doors should align with each other and
be level.
Setting the Anti-tip Brackets
The anti-tip brackets are located on the lower
front corners of the cabinet. Lower the anti-tip
brackets on each side clockwise until they con-
tact the oor. Do not raise the cabinet.
Lower
Anti-Tip Bracket
WARNING
The anti-tip bracket must
be installed according to the
instructions in your Use &
Care Manual. Failure to do
so will result in injury.
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DOOR REMOVAL
Tools Necessary:
Phillips™
Head
or
5/16"
(8mm)
Fixed
Wrench
Socket
Wrench Set
Center
Hinge
or
Adjustable
Wrench
Top Hinge
Screw
MSX16
Quadrex
Pan Head
Quadrex
MSX12
Door Removal/Reversal
CAUTION
Be sure the doors are set aside in a secure
position where they cannot fall and cause
personal injury.
NOTE
The direction in which your refrigerator
doors open (door swing) can be reversed,
from left to right or right to left, by moving
the door hinges from one side to the other.
Reversing the door swing should be per-
formed by a qualied person.
IMPORTANT
Before you begin, turn the refrigerator
temperature control to OFF and remove the
electrical power cord from the wall outlet.
Remove any food from door shelves.
1. Unplug your refrigerator.
2. Remove the top hinge cover (see Figure 1A).
3. Remove the 3 screws from the top hinge
using a Phillips screwdriver or 5/16” wrench.
Set the hinge aside (see Figure 1B).
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A
B
Figure 1
NOTE
Keep the screws so they can be used on the
opposite side.
4. Open the freezer door and lift the door o
the center hinge pin. Set the door aside.
IMPORTANT
Place the door on a padded surface to
avoid damage.
5. Unscrew the center hinge pin using an adjustable wrench and set it aside (see Figure 2).
6. Open the refrigerator door and lift the
door o of the bottom hinge pin. Set the
door aside.
DOOR REMOVAL
7. Remove the 3 center hinge screws using
a Phillips screwdriver and set the center
hinge aside (see Figure 2).
Hinge
Pin
Screws
Hinge
Hole
Plug
Figure 2
Center
Hinge
8. Remove the 3 pan head screws at the
center of the cabinet (Figure 3) and install
them on the opposite side of the cabinet.
Figure 3
9. Remove both lower hinge covers.
10. Remove the screw from the door stopper
with a Phillips screwdriver (see Figure 4).
11. Unscrew the bottom hinge pin from the
right hand position using an adjustable
wrench (see Figure 4).
12. Install the bottom hinge pin in the left
hand hole of the left hand lower hinge
(see Figure 5).
13. Install the door stopper and screw it on
top of the hinge pin (see Figure 5).
Figure 5
Door Bearing Reversal For
Freezer and Refrigerator Doors
1. Pry out the center hinge bearing from the
top of the refrigerator door with a straight
screwdriver (see Figure 6).
2. Pry out the center hinge bearing plug from
the opposite side of the refrigerator door
with a straight screwdriver (see Figure 6).
3. Install the hinge bearing and plug it on
opposite sides of each other.
Door
Stopper
Figure 4
Door
Stopper
Screw
Bottom Hinge
Pin
Figure 6
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