Ikea IX3HHGXSS Use & Care Guide

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

AND USER INSTRUCTIONS

THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. If you should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING or PROBLEM SOLVER, please call us at 1-866-664-2449.

You will need your model and serial numbers, located on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment.

For warranty concerns, do not take the appliance back to the store. Please contact us in the U.S.A. or Canada at 1-866-664-2449.

This product features a Limited Warranty - See the “Warranty” section for complete details. IKEA® appliances carry a 5-year warranty (excludes LAGAN family - see warranty for coverage details).

NOTE: Proof of Purchase is required to obtain warranty service.

Table of Contents / Table des matières

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY.........................................................................	2
Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator...............................................	3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..............................................................	3
Unpack the Refrigerator..........................................................................	3
Location Requirements ...........................................................................	4
Electrical Requirements ..........................................................................	4
Water Supply Requirements ...................................................................	4
Connect the Water Supply......................................................................	5
Refrigerator Door(s) and Drawer .............................................................	7
Door Closing and Door Alignment ........................................................	12
REFRIGERATOR USE..............................................................................	12
Opening and Closing Doors..................................................................	12
Using the Controls.................................................................................	13
Crisper Humidity Control.......................................................................	15
Ice Maker...............................................................................................	15
Water Dispenser....................................................................................	15
Water Filtration System.........................................................................	15
REFRIGERATOR CARE...........................................................................	16
Cleaning.................................................................................................	16
Changing the Light Bulb .......................................................................	16
Vacation and Moving Care....................................................................	17
TROUBLESHOOTING..............................................................................	17
Refrigerator Operation...........................................................................	17
Temperature and Moisture....................................................................	18
Ice and Water ........................................................................................	18
Accessories ...........................................................................................	19
PERFORMANCE DATA SHEETS............................................................	20
WARRANTY..............................................................................................	22

SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ...................................................	23
Mise au rebut adéquate de votre vieux réfrigérateur .....................	24
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION .................................................	25
Déballage du réfrigérateur ..............................................................	25
Exigences d’emplacement .............................................................	25
Spécifications électriques...............................................................	26
Spécifications de l’alimentation en eau..........................................	26
Raccordement de la canalisation d’eau.........................................	26
Porte(s) et tiroir du réfrigérateur......................................................	28
Fermeture et alignement de la porte ..............................................	34
UTILISATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR...............................................	35
Ouverture et fermeture des portes .................................................	35
Utilisation des commandes ............................................................	35
Réglage de l’humidité dans le bac à légumes ...............................	37
Machine à glaçons..........................................................................	37
Distributeur d’eau ...........................................................................	38
Système de filtration de l’eau .........................................................	38
ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR .................................................	39
Nettoyage........................................................................................	39
Remplacement de l’ampoule d’éclairage.......................................	39
Entretien avant les vacances ou lors d’un déménagement...........	40
DÉPANNAGE .....................................................................................	41
Fonctionnement du réfrigérateur....................................................	41
Température et humidité ................................................................	41
Glaçons et eau................................................................................	42
Accessoires.....................................................................................	43
FEUILLES DE DONNÉES SUR LA PERFORMANCE......................	44
GARANTIE..........................................................................................	46

W11025376A

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

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:

DANGER

WARNING

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 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.

■Connect to a potable water supply only.

■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).

■Do not hit the refrigerator glass doors (on some models).

■This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

■Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:

WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.

WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator

WARNING

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:

■Take off the doors.

■Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

Important information to know about disposal of refrigerants:

Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed, EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with established procedures.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpack the Refrigerator

WARNING

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.”

■Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.

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.

Clean Before Using

After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in “Refrigerator Care.”

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.

Location Requirements

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

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

IMPORTANT: This refrigerator is designed for indoor, household use only.

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for ¹⁄ " (1.25 cm) of space on each side and at the top. Allow for

1" (2.54 cm) of space behind the refrigerator. If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line connections. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2¹⁄ " (6.3 cm) minimum on the hinge side (some models require more) to allow for the door to swing open.

NOTE: This refrigerator is intended for use in a location where the temperature ranges from a minimum of 55°F (13°C) to a maximum of 110°F (43°C). The preferred room temperature range for optimum performance, which reduces electricity usage and

provides superior cooling, is between 60°F (15°C) and 90°F (32°C). It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near a heat source, such as an oven or radiator.

¹⁄ " (1.25 cm)

2¹⁄ " (6.3 cm)

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

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 15or 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 refrigerator to off. Depending on your model, either turn the freezer control to OFF, or press the (—) touch pad repeatedly until a dash (—) appears in both the Freezer and Refrigerator displays as shown. Disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the temperature controls to the desired setting. See “Using the Controls.”

Water Supply Requirements

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	■	¹⁄ " nut driver
■	⁄ " and ¹⁄ " open-end or two	■	¹⁄ " drill bit
	adjustable wrenches	■	Cordless drill
		■	Cordless drill

IMPORTANT:

■All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

■Do not use a piercing-type or ³⁄ " (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

■Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing only in areas where the household temperatures will remain above freezing.

■For models with water filters, the disposable water filter should be replaced at least every 6 months.

Water Pressure

A cold water supply with water pressure of between 35 and 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. If you 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 35 and 120 psi (241 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.

Connect the Water Supply

Read all directions before you begin.

IMPORTANT:

■Plumbing shall be installed in accordance with the International Plumbing Code and any local codes and ordinances.

■The gray water tubing on the back of the refrigerator (which is used to connect to the household water line) is a PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) tube. Copper and PEX tubing connections from the household water line to the refrigerator are acceptable and will help avoid off-taste or odor in your ice or water. Check for leaks.

If PEX tubing is used instead of copper, we recommend the following part numbers:

W10505928RP (7 ft [2.14 m] jacketed PEX), 8212547RP (5 ft [1.52 m] PEX), or W10267701RP (25 ft [7.62 m] PEX).

■Install tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.

■If you turn on the refrigerator before the water line is connected, turn off the ice maker to avoid excessive noise or damage to the water valve.

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.Find a ¹⁄ " to 1¹⁄ " (12.7 mm to 31.8 mm) vertical cold water pipe near the refrigerator.

IMPORTANT:

■Make sure it is a cold water pipe.

■Horizontal pipe will work, but the following procedure must be followed: Drill on the top side of the pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill. This also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

4.Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure from the connection on the lower right rear of the refrigerator to the water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use ¹⁄ " (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

5.Using a cordless drill, drill a ¹⁄ " hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.

	A
	B
	C
	D
	E
	F
	G
A. Cold water pipe	E. Compression sleeve
B. Pipe clamp	F. shut-off valve
C. Copper tubing	G. Packing nut

D.Compression nut

6.Fasten the shut-off valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄ " 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 the washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten.

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 compression nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.

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 shut-off valve on the water pipe.

Connect to Refrigerator

Depending on your model, the water line may come down from the top or up from the bottom. Follow the connection instructions for your model.

Style 1

1.Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. Confirm copper tubing is secure by pulling on copper tubing.

2.Create a service loop with the copper tubing. Avoid kinks when coiling the copper tubing. Secure copper tubing to refrigerator cabinet with a “P” clamp.

A. Copper tubing	C. Compression nut
B. “P” clamp	D. Compression sleeve

3.Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for leaks. Correct any leaks.

Style 2

1.Create a service loop (minimum diameter of 2 ft [61 cm]) with the copper tubing. Avoid kinks when coiling the copper tubing.

2.Remove the plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Place a compression nut and sleeve on the copper tubing.

3.Insert the end of the copper tubing into the water valve inlet port. Shape tubing slightly so that the tubing feeds straight into the port to avoid kinks.

4.Slide the compression nut over the sleeve and screw into the water valve inlet port.

	A
	B
	C
	D
A. Plastic water tubing	C. Compression nut
B. Sleeve	D. Copper tubing

5.Using an adjustable wrench, hold the nut on the plastic water line to keep it from moving. Then, with a second wrench, turn the compression nut on the copper tubing counterclockwise to completely tighten. Do not overtighten.

A. “P” clamp	C. Compression nut
B. Plastic water line	D. Copper tubing

6.Check connection by pulling on copper tubing. Attach the plastic water line to the refrigerator cabinet with a “P” clamp.

7.Turn on water supply to the refrigerator and check for leaks. Correct any leaks.

Complete the Installation

WARNING

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.

1. 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 the ice storage bin.

Refrigerator Door(s) and Drawer

TOOLS NEEDED: ⁄ ", ³⁄ ", and ¹⁄ " hex head socket wrenches, a #2 Phillips screwdriver, and a flat-blade screwdriver

IMPORTANT:

■Your refrigerator has a standard reversible refrigerator door with either a freezer door or freezer drawer, or French doors. Follow the instructions specific to the door style of your model.

■All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after “Final Steps.” The graphics shown for the standard door are for a right-hand swing refrigerator (hinges factory installed on the right).

■If you only want to remove and replace the doors, see “Remove Doors and Hinges” and “Replace Doors and Hinges.”

■Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control off, and remove food and adjustable door or utility bins from the doors.

Remove and Replace Handles

Standard Door/Standard Door - Freezer Drawer

Style 1 - Handle

■To remove the handle, use a ³⁄ " or ¹⁄ " hex key to loosen the two setscrews located on the side of each handle. Pull the handle straight out from the door or drawer. Keep the screws for reattaching the handles. See Style 1 Handle graphics 2 and 4.

■To replace the handles, reverse the directions.

Style 2 - Handle

■To remove the handle, firmly grasp the handle, and slide it (upward or to the side) to disengage then, pull the handle straight out from the door. See Style 2 Handle graphics 2 and 4.

■To replace the handle, align the large holes in the mounting clips with the door studs. Rotate the handle so that the mounting clips are flat against the door. Slide the handle to engage the door stud.

French Doors

■To replace the handles, reverse the directions.

Remove Doors and Hinges

Standard Door

Hex Head Top Hinge Screw

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Keep the refrigerator door closed until you are ready to lift it free from the cabinet.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door gasket magnets to hold the door in place while you are working.

3.Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.

4.Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in Bottom Hinge graphic.

French Doors

WARNING

Hazard

Disconnect power before removing doors.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Keep the refrigerator doors closed until you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the refrigerator door while the hinges are being removed. Do not depend on the door gasket magnets to hold the door in place while you are working.

3.Starting with the right-hand side door, remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door from the bottom hinge pin.

4.Remove the hinge pin cover from the bottom hinge pin and keep it for later use. See Bottom Hinge graphic.

5.Before removing the left-hand side door, disconnect the wiring plug located on top of the top hinge by wedging a flat-blade screwdriver or your fingernail between the two sections. See Wiring Plug graphic.

NOTE: The green, ground wire remains attached to the hinge.

6.Remove the parts for the left-hand side door top hinge as shown in the Top Hinge graphic. Lift the door from the bottom hinge pin.

NOTE: Remove the hinge pin cover from the bottom hinge pin and keep it for later use. See Bottom Hinge graphic.

Reverse Door - Standard Door (optional)

IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your door so it opens from the opposite side, follow these steps. If you are not reversing the door, see “Replace Door(s) and Hinges.”

Door Stop Screw	Door Handle Seal Screw Front
Flat-Head Handle Screw	Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug

Cabinet

1.Remove hinge screws from handle side and move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1.

Refrigerator door

1.Remove the refrigerator handle assembly as shown in Graphic 2. Keep all parts together.

2.Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown in Graphic 5.

3.Remove the doorstop. Move it to the opposite side of the refrigerator door as shown in Graphic 3.

4.Attach refrigerator handle on opposite side of the refrigerator door with the two screws as shown in Graphic 2. Replace handle trim as shown.

5.Tighten all screws. Set aside the door until hinges and freezer compartment drawer are in place.

Replace Doors and Hinges

Standard Door

NOTE: Graphics may be reversed if door swing is reversed.

1.Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown. Tighten screws.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door gasket magnets to hold the door in place while you are working.

2.Assemble the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Do not tighten screws completely.

3.Adjust the door so that the bottom of the refrigerator door is aligned with the top of the freezer drawer. Tighten all screws.

French Doors

1.Assemble the parts for the top hinges as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Do not tighten the screws completely.

2.Replace the parts for the bottom hinges as shown in Bottom Hinge graphic. Tighten screws. Replace the refrigerator doors.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the refrigerator doors while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door gasket magnets to hold the doors in place while you are working.

3.Align each door so that the bottom of the refrigerator door aligns evenly with the top of the freezer drawer. Tighten all screws.

4.Reconnect the wiring plug on top of the left-hand side refrigerator door.

5.Replace the top hinge covers.

Remove and Replace Freezer Drawer

IMPORTANT:

■Two people may be required to remove and replace the freezer drawer.

■All graphics are included later in this section after “Final Steps.”

Remove Drawer Front

1.Open the freezer drawer to full extension.

2.Loosen the four screws attaching the drawer glides to the drawer front. See Drawer Front Removal graphic.

NOTE: Loosen screws three to four turns. Keep the screws in the drawer front.

3.Lift drawer front upward and off the screws. See Drawer Front Removal graphic.

Replace Drawer Front

1.Slide the drawer glides out of the freezer compartment. Insert the screws in the top of the drawer front into the slots in the drawer brackets. See Drawer Front Replacement graphic.

2.Pull the drawer brackets toward you to insert the two screws in the bottom of the drawer front into the brackets. See Drawer Front Replacement graphics.

3.Completely tighten the four screws.

Final Steps

1.Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are in place. Reinstall top hinge cover as shown in Top Hinge graphic.

2.Replace the base grille.

WARNING

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.

3.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

4.Return all removable door parts to door and food to refrigerator.

Standard Door

Door Removal &

Replacement

Top Hinge

A.Hinge Cover Screw

B.Top Hinge Cover

C.5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

D.Top Hinge

Center Hinge

A. Hinge Pin Cover

B. Center Hinge

C. Hinge Screws

Bottom Hinge

A. Hinge Pin Shim

B. Bottom Hinge

C. Hinge Plate

D. Roller Bracket

E. ³⁄" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Door Swing Reversal (optional)

Style 1 Handle	2	1	Style 2 Handle	2
Style 1 Handle			Style 2 Handle
		A1
		A. ⁄" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

A
A. Setscrew
Front View	Side View	3
A	B
A. Door Stop Screws
B. Door Stop		5
		5
A	4
		Door Handle
A. Flat-Head Handle		Seal Screw
A. Flat-Head Handle		Front
Screws		Front
Screws
		6
		A
		B
		C
		D
	A. Hinge Pin Shim
	B. Bottom Hinge
		E
	C. Hinge Plate
	D. Roller Bracket
	E. ³⁄" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Standard Door - Freezer Drawer

Door Removal &			Door Swing Reversal (optional)
Replacement
Top Hinge	Style 1 Handle	2	1	Style 2 Handle	2
Top Hinge	Style 1 Handle			Style 2 Handle
A
			A
B			A. Hinge Screws
C
D

A. Hinge Cover Screw	A
A. Hinge Cover Screw
B. Top Hinge Cover
C. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws
D. Top Hinge
Bottom Hinge	A. Setscrew
A			5
B	Front View	Side View	3
B
C
A. Hinge Pin Cover	A B
B. Bottom Hinge	A B
B. Bottom Hinge	A. Door Stop Screws		Door Handle
C. Hinge Screws	B. Door Stop		Door Handle
C. Hinge Screws	B. Door Stop		Seal Screw
			Seal Screw
			Front

Style 1 Handle	4
Style 1 Handle
A
A. Setscrew

Style 2 Handle	4

Drawer Front Removal

Drawer Front Replacement

A. Loosen 4 Door Bracket Screws

French Doors

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before removing doors.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

Top Hinges

A.Hinge Cover Screw

B.Top Hinge Cover

C.5/16" Hex Head Hinge Screws

D.Top Hinge

Bottom Hinges

A. Hinge Pin Cover

B. Bottom Hinge

C. Hinge Screws

Wiring Plug

Door Removal and Replacement

A. ³⁄ " or ¹⁄ " Setscrew

Drawer Front Removal

Drawer Front Replacement

A. Loosen 4 Door Bracket Screws

Door Closing and Door Alignment

The base grille covers the leveling screws and roller assemblies located at the bottom of the refrigerator cabinet below the freezer door or drawer. Before making adjustments, remove the base grille and move the refrigerator to its final location.

1.Remove the two screws fastening the base grille to the cabinet, and set the screws aside. Grasp the grille and pull it toward you.

2.Move the refrigerator to its final location.

NOTE: To allow the refrigerator to roll easier, raise the leveling legs off the floor by turning the leveling screws counterclockwise. The front rollers will be touching the floor.

3.So the doors will close easier, use a ¹⁄ " hex driver to turn both leveling screws clockwise. This will raise the front of the refrigerator, tilting it slightly downward to the rear. Turn both leveling screws the same amount.

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws. This makes it easier to turn the screws.

¹⁄ "

A.Leveling screw

B.Front roller

4.Open and close the doors to make sure they close as easily as you like. If not, increase the tilt by turning both leveling screws clockwise. It may take several turns of the leveling screw to allow the doors to close easier.

5.Check for door alignment. If one door is lower than the other, adjust the leveling screw on the lower side of the refrigerator. Using a ¹⁄ " hex driver, turn the screw clockwise to raise that side of the refrigerator until the doors are aligned. It may take several turns of the leveling screw to raise the refrigerator.

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws. This makes it easier to turn the screws.

¹⁄ "

6.Make sure the refrigerator is steady. If the refrigerator seems unsteady or rolls forward when the door or drawer is opened, adjust the leveling screws. Using a ¹⁄ " hex driver, turn the leveling screw on each side clockwise until the rollers are up and the leveling feet are firmly against the floor.

7.Replace the base grille by aligning the holes in the grille with the holes in the cabinet and fasten using the screws removed in Step 1.

REFRIGERATOR USE

Opening and Closing Doors

(French door models)

There are two refrigerator compartment doors. The doors can be opened and closed either separately or together.

There is a vertically hinged seal on the left-hand refrigerator door.

■When the left-hand door is opened, the hinged seal automatically folds inward so that it is out of the way.

■When both doors are closed, the hinged seal automatically forms a seal between the two doors.

A. Hinged seal

Using the Controls

The temperature controls are located at the top front of the refrigerator or freezer compartment. Your refrigerator has either electronic or digital controls. See the instructions specific to your model.

IMPORTANT:

■The recommended setting should be correct for normal household refrigerator use. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.

■Wait 24 hours for your refrigerator to cool completely before adding food. If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil.

NOTE: Adjusting the refrigerator and freezer temperature controls to a colder-than-recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster.

■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 before adjusting the controls.

Electronic Controls

For your convenience, the temperature controls are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure the controls are still set to the recommended setting as shown.

Recommended Setting “4”

To Turn Off/On:

Press both Minus Sign touch pads repeatedly until a dash (—) appears in both the refrigerator and freezer displays. Neither compartment will cool.

Humidity Control (on some models)

The humidity control turns on a heater to help reduce moisture on the door hinge seal. Use in humid environments or when you notice moisture on the door hinge seal. The refrigerator uses more energy when Humidity Control is ON.

■Press the control to ON when the environment is warm and more humid or if you notice moisture on the door hinge seal.

■Press the control to OFF to save energy when the environment is less humid.

Adjusting Electronic Controls

If you need to adjust the temperature in either the refrigerator or freezer compartment, use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide.

Press the up or down arrow touch pads to adjust the temperature. Except when starting the refrigerator, do not adjust either control more than one setting at a time. Wait 24 hours between adjustments for the temperature to stabilize.

CONDITION/REASON:	ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR too warm	REFRIGERATOR control
	one setting higher

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

REFRIGERATOR too cold	REFRIGERATOR control
	one setting lower

FREEZER too cold	FREEZER control one
	setting lower

Digital Controls

For your convenience, your temperature controls are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure the controls are still set to the recommended set points as shown.

NOTE: When the power is ON, the temperature display shows the set point temperature of the compartment.

Recommended Settings

To Turn Your Refrigerator Off/On:

■Press the freezer (+) touch pad repeatedly until OFF appears in the freezer display. Allow a few seconds for the refrigerator to shut off. Neither compartment will cool.

■Press either the refrigerator or freezer (—) touch pad to turn on the refrigerator.

Adjusting Digital Controls

The REFRIGERATOR control adjusts the refrigerator compartment temperature. The FREEZER control adjusts the freezer compartment temperature.

If you need to adjust the temperature in either the refrigerator or freezer compartment, use the settings listed in the chart as a guide.

To Adjust Set Point Temperatures:

The first touch of the (+) or (—) touch pad displays the current temperature set point.

■Press the (+) or (—) touch pad until the desired temperature set point is displayed.

NOTE: Except when first turning on the refrigerator, do not adjust either temperature control more than one setting at a time. Wait 24 hours between adjustments for the temperature to stabilize.

CONDITION/REASON:	ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR too warm	REFRIGERATOR
	control 1° lower

FREEZER too warm/Too little ice	Adjust FREEZER
	control 1° lower

REFRIGERATOR too cold	Adjust REFRIGERATOR
	control 1° higher

FREEZER too cold	Adjust FREEZER
	control 1° higher

Additional Digital Control Features

Max Ice

The Max Ice feature assists with temporary periods of heavy ice use by increasing ice production.

■Press the Max Ice feature touch pad to set the freezer to the lowest temperature setting. Press the Max Ice feature touch pad again to return to the normal freezer set point.

NOTE: The Max Ice feature will automatically shut off in approximately 24 hours.

Humidity Control

The Humidity Control feature turns on a heater to help reduce moisture on the door hinge seal. Use in humid environments or when you notice moisture on the door hinge seal. The refrigerator uses more energy when Humidity Control is ON.

■Press HUMIDITY CONTROL when the environment is warm and more humid, or if you notice moisture on the door hinge seal. The indicator light will be lit when humidity control is ON.

■Press HUMIDITY CONTROL to save energy when the environment is less humid.

Temp Alarm

The Temp Alarm feature provides temperature information in the event of a power outage.

Power outage: During a power outage, if the temperatures in the refrigerator and freezer compartments exceed normal operating temperatures, the highest temperature reached will be displayed.

■Press the Temp Alarm touch pad until the indicator light is lit to turn on this feature. Press and hold TEMP ALARM for

3 seconds until the indicator light goes off to turn off this feature.

Temperature alarm: An alarm will sound repeatedly if the freezer or refrigerator compartment temperatures exceeds normal operating temperature for an hour or more.

The temperature displays will alternately show the current temperatures and the highest temperatures the compartments reached.

■Press the Temp Alarm touch pad once to stop the audible alarm and alternating temperature displays. The Temp Alarm light will continue to flash until the refrigerator returns to the set temperature.

Door Alarm

The Door Alarm feature sounds a chime every few seconds when the refrigerator door has been left open for 5 continuous minutes. The chime will sound until the door is closed or Door Alarm is turned off.

■Press the Door Alarm touch pad to turn this feature on or off. The indicator light will be lit when the Door Alarm feature is ON.

Max Cool

The Max Cool feature assists with periods of high refrigerator use, full grocery loads, or temporarily warm room temperatures.

■Press Max Cool to set the freezer and refrigerator to the lowest temperature settings. Press Max Cool again to return to the normal refrigerator set point.

NOTE: The Max Cool feature will automatically shut off in approximately 12 hours.

Filter Reset

The Filter Reset control allows you to restart the water filter status tracking feature each time you replace your water filter. See “Water Filtration System.”

■Press and hold the Filter Reset touch pad for 3 seconds, until the Order or Replace light turns off.

Digital Control User Preferences

The control center allows you to set user preferences, if desired.

Temperature Display (F_C)

This preference allows you to change the temperature display. F - Temperature in degrees Fahrenheit

C - Temperature in degrees Celsius

Alarm (AL)

This preference allows you to turn off the sound of all alarms. ON - You will hear the alarm sound.

OFF - You will not hear the alarm sound.

To Access the User Preferences Menu:

1.Press and hold the Door Alarm touch pad for 3 seconds. The preference name will appear in the Freezer display and the preference status ([F or C] or [ON or OFF]) will appear in the Refrigerator display.

2.Use the Freezer (+) or (—) touch pads to scroll through the preference names. When the desired preference name is displayed, press the Refrigerator (+) or (—) touch pad to change the preference status.

3.Set your preferences by pressing and holding the Door Alarm touch pad for 3 seconds or by shutting the refrigerator compartment door.

Crisper Humidity Control

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper. Depending on your model, adjust the control to any setting between FRUIT and VEGETABLES or LOW and HIGH.

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

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

Ice Maker

IMPORTANT: Flush the water system before turning on the ice maker. See “Water Dispenser.”

Turning the Ice Maker On/Off

To turn the ice maker ON, simply lower the wire shut-off arm.

To manually turn the ice maker OFF, lift the wire shut-off arm to the Off (arm up) position and listen for the click.

NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shut-off. As ice is made, the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin and the ice cubes will raise the wire shut-off arm to the Off (arm up) position. Do not force the wire shut-off arm up or down.

NOTE: Turn off the ice maker before removing the ice storage bin to serve ice or to clean the bin. This will keep the ice cubes from dropping out of the ice maker and into the freezer compartment. After replacing the ice storage bin, turn on the ice maker.

Ice Production Rate

■The ice maker should produce a complete batch of ice approximately every 3 hours.

■To increase ice production, lower the freezer and refrigerator temperature. See “Using the Controls.” Wait 24 hours between adjustments.

Remember

■Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Allow 3 days to completely fill the ice storage bin. Discard the first three batches of ice produced.

■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 store anything on top of the ice maker or in the ice storage bin.

Water Dispenser

IMPORTANT:

■After connecting the refrigerator to a water source or replacing the water filter, 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) until a total of 4 gal. (15 L) have been dispensed. This will flush air from the filter and water dispensing system and prepare the water filter for use. Additional flushing may be required in some households. As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.

NOTE: After 5 minutes of continuous dispensing, the dispenser will stop dispensing water to avoid flooding. To continue dispensing, press the dispenser button again.

■Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool down and chill water. Dispense enough water every week to maintain a fresh supply.

Dispensing Water

1.Hold a container under the dispenser while pressing the button.

2.Release the button to stop dispensing.

Water Filtration System

The water filter is located in the upper right-hand corner of the refrigerator compartment.

Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.

Water Filter Status Lights

When a water filter has been installed in the refrigerator, the water filter status lights will remind you when it is time to order and replace your water filter.

■The Order light (yellow) will illuminate when 90% of the volume of water for which the filter is rated has passed through the filter OR 5 months have passed since the filter was installed.

■The Replace light (red) will illuminate when the rated volume of water has passed through the filter OR 6 months have passed since the filter was installed. A new water filter should be installed immediately when the Replace light is illuminated.

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