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Tableof Contents/Tabledes matibres

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ............................... 1

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

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

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

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

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

PRODUCT DATA SHEETS ............................... 10

WARRANTY ....................................................... 11

Assistance or Service

If you need assistance or service, first see the "Troubleshooting"
section. Additional help is available by calling 1-800-807-6777,

or write:

Whirlpool Canada LP

Customer Interaction Centre

1901 Minnesota Court

Mississauga, Ontario L5N 3A7

Information may also be obtained by visiting our website at

www.inglis.ca.

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
Keep this book and your sales slip together for future

reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation
date for in-warranty service.

Write down the following information about your appliance to help
you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it. You will need
to know your complete model number and serial number. You can
find this information on the model and serial number label, located

on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment.

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ............................. 12

SleCURITle DU RleFRIGleRATEUR ................... 12

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ................. 13

UTILISATION DU RleFRIGleRATEUR .............. 16

ENTRETIEN DU RleFRIGleRATEUR ................ 19

DlePANNAGE ..................................................... 20

FEUlLLES DE DONNleES SUR LE PRODUlT.23

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Dealer name
Serial number
Address

Phone number
Model number

Purchase date

Toorder replacement filters, call 1-800-807-6777 and ask for the
part number listed below or contact your authorized Whirlpool

dealer.
Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish: Order Part #4396095
Standard Base Filter Cartridge:

Order Part #4396841 (T2RFWG2)

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.

• 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).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

ProperDisposalofYour 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

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:.

• Take off 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 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.

If the ice storage bin is located on the door, remove the
temporary shield from underneath the ice storage bin. See

"Ice Maker and Storage Bin."
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."

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 de so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for W'
(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.
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).

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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.

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.

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 • W' Drill bit

• 7/_6"and W' Open-end or two • Hand drill or electric drill
adjustable wrenches (properly grounded)

• W' nut driver

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a W'
(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/_6"

(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. 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 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.

Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is
important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection.

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

connected, turn the ice maker OFR

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 V2"(12.70 mm) to 11/4"(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.

4,

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 _/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 _/4"(6,35 mm) hole in the cold
water pipe you have selected.

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

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A. Tube clamp
B. Copper tubing

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

C. Compression nut
D. Valve inlet

water conditions require a second water strainer, install it in
the _/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 shipping tape and the black nylon
plug from the gray, coiled water tubing on the rear of the
refrigerator.

3. If the gray water tube supplied with the refrigerator is not long
enough, a _/4"x _/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.

A.Cold water pipe E.Compression sleeve
B.Pipe clamp F.Shutoff valve

C.Copper tubing G.Packing nut
D. Compressionnut

6. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe
clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the _/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
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 prevent

damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back
against the wall.

4. Turn shutoff valve ON,

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A. Refrigerator water tubing E.Ferrule (purchased)

B.Nut (provided) E Nut (purchased)
C.Bulb G.Household water line

D. Coupling (purchased)

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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 shipping tape and the black nylon
plug from the gray, coiled water tubing 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.

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A. Bulb
B. Nut (provided)

4. Turn shutoff valve ON.

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

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.

1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

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

section.

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

REFRIGERATORUSE

For your convenience, your refrigerator controls are preset at the
factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the
controls are still preset. The Refrigerator Control and the Freezer
Control should both be set to the "mid-settings."

FREEZER REFRIGERATOR

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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.
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 prevent "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.

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IMPORTANT:

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

• 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.

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.

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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.

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 by dispensing water into a sturdy container until

you draw and discard 1.5 gal. (5.4 L) of water, or for
approximately 3 minutes after the water begins dispensing.
The flushing process cleans the water system and clears air
from the lines. As the air is cleared from the lines, 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 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.

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. If the ice storage bin is located on the door, remove the
temporary shield from underneath the ice storage bin. See

"Ice Maker and Storage Bin."

2. 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.

3. 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 alot 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.

4. 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)

Your dispenser can be turned off for easy cleaning or to prevent
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 the LOCK button to lock the dispenser.

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

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.
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 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.

• Donotuseanythingsharptobreakuptheiceinthestorage
bin.Thiscancausedamagetotheicecontainerandthe

dispensermechanism.

• Donotstoreanythingontopoforintheicemakerorstorage
bin.

Removing and Replacing Ice Storage Bin

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.
Ice can still be dispensed, but no more can be made.

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. Push the wire shutoff arm down to the ON

position to restart ice production. 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

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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.

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.

Non-indicator Water Filter (on some models)

If your refrigerator does not have the status light, you should
change the water filter every 6 months depending upon your

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

REFRIGERATORCARE

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to de 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 prevent
odors from building up. 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 prevent
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. 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:

• Removethe 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.

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Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

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.

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 deale£

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.

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

The refrigerator will not operate

TROUBLESHOOTING

• 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.

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 unit 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

The doors are difficult to open

Explosion Hazard

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

Are the gaskets dirty or sticky? Clean gaskets with mild soap
and warm water.

The lights do not work

Is a light bulb loose in the socket or burned out? See
"Changing the Light Bulbs,"

Temperature is too warm

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

• Door(s) opened often or left open? Allows warm air to enter
refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep doors fully

closed.

• Large load of food added? Allow several hours for
refrigerator to return to normal temperature.

• Controls set correctly for the surrounding conditions?
Adjust the controls a setting colder. Check temperature in

24 hours. See "Using the Controls."

There is interior moisture buildup

NOTE: Some moisture buildup is normal,

• Humid room? Contributes to moisture buildup,

• Door(s) opened often or left open? Allows humid air to enter
refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep doors fully

closed.