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Table of Contents/Table des matieres ............................................................................. 2

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIERES

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY .......................................................... 3

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator .................................... 3

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION ................................................. 4

Unpacking .................................................................................... 4

Location Requirements ................................................................ 4

Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 5

Water Supply Connection ............................................................ 5

Refrigerator Doors ....................................................................... 6

Door Closing and Alignment ...................................................... 11

Water System Preparation ......................................................... 11

Normal Sounds .......................................................................... 12

REFRIGERATOR USE .................................................................. 12

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation .................................................. 12

Using the Control(s) .................................................................... 12

Water Dispenser ......................................................................... 13

Interior Water Filtration System ................................................. 13

Ice Maker .................................................................................... 14

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ...................................................... 15

Refrigerator Shelves ................................................................... 15

Lateral Adjustable Shelf ............................................................. 15

Crispers and Meat Drawers ....................................................... 15

Crisper Humidity Control ........................................................... 16

Chilled Meat Drawer ................................................................... 16

Wine or Can/Bottle Rack ........................................................... 16

Utility or Egg Bin ......................................................................... 17

FREEZER FEATURES .................................................................. 17

Freezer Shelf .............................................................................. 17

Adjustable Half-width Freezer Shelf .......................................... 17

Pull-out Freezer Floor ................................................................. 17

DOOR FEATURES ........................................................................ 17

Door Rails ................................................................................... 17

Can Racks and Door Bins .......................................................... 18

Adjustable Utility Compartment & Tray ..................................... 18

Flip-up Door Shelf ...................................................................... 18

REFRIGERATOR CARE ............................................................... 18

Cleaning ...................................................................................... 18

Changing the Light Bulbs ........................................................... 19

Power Interruptions .................................................................... 19

Vacation and Moving Care ......................................................... 19

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 20

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ......................................................... 21

In the U.S.A ................................................................................ 22

In Canada ................................................................................... 22

Accessories ................................................................................ 22

WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS ............................................. 22

PRODUCT DATA SHEETS ....................................................... 23

WARRANTY .............................................................................. 24

SI_CURITI_ DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ........................................... 25

Mise au rebut de votre vieux refrigerateur ................................. 25

INSTALLATION DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ...................................... 26

Deballage .................................................................................... 26

Emplacement d'installation ........................................................ 26

Specifications electriques .......................................................... 27

Raccordement de la canalisation d'eau .................................... 27

Portes du refrigerateur .............................................................. 28

Fermeture et alignement des portes .......................................... 33

Preparation du systeme d'eau ................................................... 34

Sons normaux ............................................................................ 34

UTILISATION DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR .......................................... 35

Pour s'assurer d'une circulation d'air appropriee ...................... 35

Utilisation des commandes ........................................................ 35

Distributeur d'eau ....................................................................... 36

Systeme de filtration d'eau interieur .......................................... 36

Machine a gla(_ons ..................................................................... 37

CARACTI_RISTIQUES DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ........................... 38

Tablettes du refrigGrateur ........................................................... 38

Tablette a reglage lateral ............................................................ 38

Bacs a legumes et tiroirs a viande ............................................. 39

Reglage de I'humidite dans le bac a legumes ........................... 39

Tiroir a viande refrig_r6 ............................................................... 39

Casier a vin ou porte-cannettes/bouteilles ................................ 40

Casier utilitaire ou oeufrier .......................................................... 40

CARACTI_RISTIQUES DU CONGI_LATEUR ............................... 40

Clayette de congelateur ............................................................. 40

Clayette ajustable demi-largeur pour congelateur .................... 40

Plancher de congelateur coulissant ........................................... 41

CARACTI_RISTIQUES DE LA PORTE ......................................... 41

Tringles dans la porte ................................................................. 41

Porte-cannettes et balconnets ................................................... 41

Compartiment utilitaire et plateau reglables .............................. 41

Tablette de porte relevable ........................................................ 42

ENTRETIEN DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ............................................ 42

Nettoyage ................................................................................... 42

Remplacement des ampoules d'eclairage ................................ 42

Pannes de courant ..................................................................... 43

Entretien avant les vacances ou Iors d'un demenagement .......43

DI_PANNAGE ................................................................................. 43

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ......................................................... 46

Aux letats-Unis ............................................................................ 46

Au Canada .................................................................................. 46

Accessoires ................................................................................ 46

FEUILLES DE DONNI_ES SUR LE PRODUIT .......................... 47

GARANTIE ................................................................................. 48

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 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

This is the safety alert symbol.

"WARNING," These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury 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 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 or water (on some models).

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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.

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.

REFRIGERATOR

INSTALLATION

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

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

Removing packaging materials

• 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 the "Refrigerator Safety" section.

On some models, shelves, bins, door shelf rails, and other

feature parts may be packaged in the Interior FeaturePak.

Follow the instructions contained in the package for proper assembly.

Depending on your model, to remove the protective (transparent) film that is on the nameplate, which is located on the freezer handle, use your fingernail and peel off the film, starting from one side and peeling to the other.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the white foam air return insert that is located behind the control panel on the ceiling of the

refrigerator (on some models). The insert is part of the refrigerator and not part of the packing material. If the insert is removed, ice may migrate down from the freezer and cause icicles to form.

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

for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor.

Always pulI the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or "walk" the refrigerator when trying to move

it, as floor damage could occur.

E×pJosion Hazard

Keep flammabJe materiaJs and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

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

Toensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for Y2in. (1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2 in. (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: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or other heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).

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Cleaning before use

After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in the "Refrigerator Care" section.

_mportant information to know about glass shemves

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 re-

moving them to avoid impact from dropping.

EJectricalShockHazard

Plugintoagrounded3prongoutlet.

Donotremovegroundprong. Donotuseanadapter.

Donotuseanextension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in

death, fire, or eJectricaJ 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 ampere 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.

Read all directions carefully before you begin.

IMPORTANT."

• If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is

connected, turn the ice maker OFR

• All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

• Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing

only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.

Tools required: Standard screwdriver, 7/_ein. and _/_in. open-end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches, V4in. nut driver and drill bit, hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded),

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a _/4in. (6.35 ram) 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 _/_ein. (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

Cold water supply

Connect the ice maker to a cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 120 psi. Ifyou have questions about your water pressure, call your utility company.

Connecting to Water Line

Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water.

Locate a _/_in. to V4in. (1.25 cm to 3.18 cm) vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator.

NOTE: 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.

Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure from the connection on the lower left rear of refrigerator to the water pipe. Add 7 ft. (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use V4in. (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

Using a grounded drill, drill a _/4in. hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.

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1.Cold Water Pipe 5. Compression Sleeve

2. Pipe Clamp 6. Shutoff Valve

3. Copper Tubing 7.Packing Nut

4. Compression Nut

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the _/4in. drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.

7. Slipthecompressionsleeveandcompressionnutonthe coppertubingasshown.Inserttheendofthetubingintothe outletendsquarelyasfarasitwillgo.Screwcompressionnut ontooutletendwithadjustablewrench.Donotovertighten.

8. Placethefreeendofthetubinginacontainerorsink,and turnONthemainwatersupply.Flushthetubinguntilwateris

clear.TurnOFFtheshutoffvalveonthewaterpipe.Coilthe coppertubing.

Connecting to Refrigerator

1. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. 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.

2. Turn shutoff valve ON.

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

Handle Removal (Architect _ Series)

(Graphics are included later in this section.) NOTE: These instructions are for the Architect ®Series doors with curved handle only.

1. Using a 1/8in. Allen wrench, loosen the 2 set screws located underneath each handle.

2. Pull handle straight out from the door. Make sure you keep screws for reattaching handles.

Door and Hinge Removal (all models)

IMPORTANT:

• Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF, unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and any

adjustable door or utility bins from doors.

• If you are only removing and replacing the doors, the instructions are the same regardless of door style.

• If you have a standard or contour door and are also going to reverse the door swing, follow the instructions for the

appropriate door style.

• All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after "Final Steps."

1. Tube Clamp

2. Copper Tubing

4. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If your water conditions require a second water strainer, install it

in the 1/4in. (6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.

5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Standard Contour Architect'_

3. Compression Nut

4. Valve Inlet

5/16"Hex-Head Hinge Screw

TOOLS NEEDED: %6 in. hex-head socket wrench, No. 2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, %6 in. open-end wrench, flat 2

in. putty knife.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Open refrigerator door and remove base grille from the bottom front of the refrigerator (see Base Grille graphic).

3. Close the refrigerator door and keep both doors closed until you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets

to hold the doors in place while you are working.

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

5. Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.

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

Door Reversal (optional on some models)

IMPORTANT:

• Architect ®Series doors with curved handle are not reversible.

• If you want to reverse your standard or contour doors so they open from the opposite side, follow these steps. Ifyou are not reversing the doors, see "Door and Hinge Replacement."

Standard Door

(Graphics are included later in this section.)

Contour Door (Graphics are included later in this section.)

Door Stop Screw

Door Handle Sealing Screw

Flat-Head Handle Screw

Door Handle Seal Screw Front

Door Hinge Hole Plug

Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug

Round-Head Handle Screw

Shoulder Handle Screw

Cabinet

1. Remove %6 in. hex-head hinge screws from handle side and move them to opposite side (see Graphic 1-1).

2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top and move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown (see Graphic

1-2).

Freezer door

1. Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts together (see Graphic 2).

2. Remove door hinge hole plug. Move to opposite side as shown (see Graphic 3).

3. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side of freezer door as shown (see Graphic 4).

4. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of freezer door as shown (see Graphic 5).

5. Position handle on opposite side of freezer door. Assemble handles on door as shown (see Graphic 2).

6. Tighten all screws. Set aside door until hinges and refrigerator compartment door are in place.

Refrigerator door

1. Remove refrigerator handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts together (see Graphic 6-1).

2. Remove shoulder handle screw from refrigerator door as shown. Keep all parts together (see Graphic 6-2).

3. Remove door hinge hole plug from refrigerator door. Move to opposite side hinge hole as shown (see Graphic 3).

4. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 4).

5. Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 7).

6. Position shoulder handle screw on opposite side of refrigerator door and drive screw as shown (see Graphic 6-2).

7. Remove door stop. Moveto opposite side of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 5).

8. Position refrigerator handle on opposite side of the refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 6-3). Drive top two screws in handle first. Align lower portion of handle and drive

bottom screw,

9. Tighten all screws. Set aside refrigerator door until bottom hinge is installed on product,

Round-Head Door Handle

Handle Screw Screw Hole Plug

Door Hinge

Hole Plug

Cabinet

1. Remove %6 in. hex-head hinge screws from handle side and move them to opposite side (see Graphic 1-1).

2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown (see

Graphic 1-2).

Doors

1. Remove door hinge hole plug from top of freezer door. Move to opposite side as shown (see Graphic 2).

2. Remove door stop from both the freezer and refrigerator door (see Graphic 3).

NOTE: When reversing the door, the freezer handle becomes the refrigerator door handle and the refrigerator door handle becomes the freezer handle (see Door Handle Reversal graphic).

3. Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts together (see Graphic 4).

4. Remove refrigerator handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts together (see Graphic 5).

5. Rotate and position handle from refrigerator door onto freezer door and assemble as shown (see Graphic 6).

6. Rotate and position handle from freezer door onto refrigerator door and assemble as shown (see Graphic 7).

7. Reinstall door stops to opposite side (see Graphic 8).

Door and Hinge Replacement

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

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

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

2. Assemble the parts for the center hinge as shown and tighten all screws (see Center Hinge graphic). Replace the freezer

door.

3. Assemble the parts for the top hinge as shown (see Top Hinge graphic). Do not tighten screws completely.

4. Line up the doors so that the bottom of the freezer door aligns evenly with the top of the refrigerator door. Tighten all

screws,

Final Steps

1. Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are in place. Reinstall top hinge cover (see Top Hinge graphic),

2. Replace the base grille (see Base Grille graphic),

3. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

4. Reset the controls (see "Using the Controls" section).

5. Return all removable door parts to doors and food to product,

Standard

1. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

Top Hinge

1. Door Hinge Hole Plug

1. _" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

I. Top Hinge Cover

2. _6" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

3. Top Hinge

Center Hinge

1. Center Hinge

2. 5_ex-Head Hinge Screws

Bottom Hinge

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2, "_lHex-Head Hinge Sore_s

1. Flat-Head Handle Screws

2. Freezer Door Handle

1. Door Handle Sealing Screws

Front View Side View

1.Door Stop Screw 1 2

2. Door Stop

1 Door Handle

Seal Screw Front

1. Shoulder Handle Screw

I. Flat-Head

Handle Screw

2. Round-Head Handle Screw

Contour

Top Hinge

1. Top Hinge Cover

2. 5/_6"Hex-Head Hinge Screws

3. Top Hinge

Center Hinge

1. Center Hinge

2. 5/_6" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Bottom Binge

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1.5/_ ,,Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Door Handle Reversal

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1. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

1. Door Hinge Hole Plug

Removal of Door Stops

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1. Door Stop

2. Door Stop Screw

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Freezer Door

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1.Door Handle Sealing Screws

2. Door Handle Screw Hole Plugs

Refrigerator Door

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1.Bottom Hinge

2. _6" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Re-installation of Door Stops

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1. Door Stop

2. Door Stop Screw

1. Door Handle Screw Hole Plugs

2. Door Handle Sealing Screws

Freezer Door

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1. Door Handle Sealing Screws

2, Door Handle Screw Hole Plugs

Refrigerator Door

1. Door Handle Screw Hole Plugs

2. Door Handle Sealing Screws

Architect ®Series

Base Grille

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Top Hinge

I. Top Hinge Cover

2. _6" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

3. Top Hinge

Center Hinge

1. Center Hinge

2. 5h_"Hex-Head Hinge Screws

1. 1/8" set screw

I. Bottom Hinge

2. _8" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

I. 1/_" set screw

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Door Closing

Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers - one on the right

and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you

want the doors to close easier, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using the instructions below:

1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

2. Move the refrigerator into its final position.

3. Remove the base grille (see "Base Grille" earlier in this section). The two leveling screws are part of the front roller assemblies which are at the base of the refrigerator on either

side.

4. Use a screwdriver to adjust the leveling screws. Turn the leveling screw to the right to raise that side of the refrigerator or turn the leveling screw to the left to lower that side. It may

take several turns of the leveling screws to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.

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

Please read before using the water system. Immediately after installation, follow the steps below to make

sure that the water system is properly cleaned.

1. Turn off the ice maker by opening the freezer door and lifting up the wire shutoff arm as shown.

Install the interior water filter cartridge (on some models). The interior water filter mounting bracket is located in the upper corner of the fresh food compartment of the refrigerator.

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

• Carefully remove the interior water filter cartridge from its

packaging. Remove the red cap from the cartridge.

• Apply the appropriate month sticker to the cartridge as a

reminder to replace the cartridge within six months. Then apply the "Water Filter Replacement Reminder" sticker to your calendar.

• Line up the INSTALL mark on the water filter label with the

indicator line that is molded into the filter mounting bracket cover. Push the cartridge into the filter mounting bracket. Twist the cartridge _/4turn to the right to lock it into place. The REMOVE mark should be lined up with the

indicator line located on the front cover.

5. Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close as easily as you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws to the right. It may take several more turns, and you should turn both leveling screws the same amount.

6. Replace the base grille.

Door Alignment

If the space between your doors looks uneven, you can adjust it using the instructions below:

1. Pry off the top hinge cover.

2. Loosen the top hinge screws using a s_6in. socket or wrench.

3. Have someone hold the door in place or put a spacer between the doors while you tighten the top hinge screws.

4. Replace the top hinge cover.

Use a sturdy container to depress the water dispenser bar until the water begins to flow. Flush the water system by dispensing and discarding 2 to 3 gal. (8 to 12 L) of water. Cleaning the system will take approximately 6 to 7 minutes and will help clear air from the line. Additional flushing may be required in some households.

NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.

Inspect the filter system for water leaks. Ifyou see water leaks, see the "Troubleshooting" section.

5. Turn on the ice maker by opening the freezer door and lowering the wire shutoff arm as shown. Please refer to the "Ice Maker" section for further instructions on the operation of your ice maker.

• Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice.

• Discard the first three batches of ice produced.

• Depending on your model, you may want to select the

maximum ice feature to increase the production of ice.

NOTE: The ice maker and water dispenser feature of this new refrigerator may make sounds that your old refrigerator didn't make. The following describes some of the normal sounds and

what may be making them:

• You may hear a buzzing sound when the water valve

opens to flow water to the dispenser or to fill the ice maker for each cycle.

• Rattling noises may come from the water line immediately

after dispensing water.

Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn't

make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard

surfaces, such as the floor, walls, and cabinets, can make the sounds seem louder. The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them.

• If your product is equipped with an ice maker, you will hear a buzzing sound when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker for each cycle.

Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep

your food items at the desired temperatures and to minimize

energy usage. The high efficiency compressor and fans may cause your refrigerator to run longer than your old one. You may also hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound from the compressor or fans adjusting to optimize performance.

• You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating air through

the refrigerator and freezer compartments. The fan speed

may increase as you open the doors or add warm food.

• Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator.

• Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound.

• As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to

the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.

• Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a popping noise.

• You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan.

• You may hear water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle.

REFRIGERATOR USE

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In order to ensure proper temperatures, you need to permit airflow between the refrigerator and freezer sections, As shown in the illustration, cool air enters through the bottom of the freezer section and moves up. Most of the air then flows through the

freezer section vents and recirculates under the freezer floor. The rest of the air enters the refrigerator section through the top vent,

Do not block any of these vents with food packages. Ifthe vents are blocked, airflow will be prevented and temperature and moisture problems may occur.

IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must

thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To prevent odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.

For your convenience, your refrigerator control(s) are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the control(s) are still preset to the mid-settings as shown.

NOTE: To turn your refrigerator off, turn the refrigerator control to the word OFF or until the word OFF appears. Your product will not cool when the refrigerator control is set to OFR

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Mid-setting "3"

Mid-setting "4"

IMPORTANT:

• Give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator.

If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely,

your food may spoil. Adjusting the Refrigerator and Freezer

Controls to a higher (colder) than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster.

Adjusting Controls

The mid-setting(s) indicated in the previous section should be

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

cream is firm. If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or

freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked.

If you need to adjust temperatures, use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. On models with two controls, adjust the refrigerator temperature first. Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments and then recheck the temperatures.

CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT: REFRIGERATOR section too Adjust REFRIGERATOR

warm or TEMPERATURE

• Door opened often, large Control one setting amount of food added or room higher

temperature very warm

FREEZER section too warm/ice not made fast enough

• Door opened often, or large amount of food added or very cold room temperature (can't cycle often enough)

• Heavy ice usage

REFRIGERATOR section

too cold

• Controls not set correctly for your conditions

FREEZER section too cold Adjust FREEZER or

• Controls not set correctly for TEMPERATURE Control your conditions one setting lower

Adjust FREEZER or TEMPERATURE Control

one setting higher

Adjust REFRIGERATOR or TEMPERATURE

Control one setting lower

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Cut Hazard

Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice or water.

Faiture to do so can result in cuts.

If you did not flush the water system when the refrigerator was first installed, dispense water into a container until you draw and discard 2 to 3 gal. (8 to 12 L) orfor approximately 6 to 7 minutes after the water begins dispensing. The water you draw and discard rinses the pipes. Allow several hours for the refrigerator

to cool down and chill water.

Dispensing Water

There are two water dispenser buttons as shown for use with different sizes of containers.

1. Press a glass against the back button or hold a container under the dispenser while pressing the front button.

2. Remove the glass or release the front button to stop dispensing.

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

The water filter status light (on some models) The water filter status light will help you know when to change

your water filter cartridge. The light is located at the top of the refrigerator compartment on the control box, The light will change from green to yellow. This tells you that it is almost time to

change the water filter cartridge (90% of the filter life has been used). It is recommended that you replace the water filter

cartridge when the water filter indicator light changes to red OR water flow to your water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably. (See "Replacing the interior water filter cartridge" later in this section.)

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

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1. Water filter status light

2. Refrigerator light switch

After changing the water filter cartridge, reset the water filter

status light by pushing the refrigerator light switch back and forth 5 times within 10 seconds. 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 water filter status light, you should change the water filter cartridge every 6 to 9 months depending on your usage. If the water flow to the water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably before 6 months have passed, replace the water filter cartridge more often.

Replacing the interior water filter cartridge

The interior water filter cartridge is located in the upper corner of

the fresh food compartment of the refrigerator.

1. Twist the interior water filter cartridge 1/4turn to the left. The INSTALL mark will be lined up with the indicator line located on the filter mounting bracket cover.

2. Gently pull down on the cartridge to remove it from the filter mounting bracket assembly. To prevent water from spilling inside the refrigerator, DO NOT TIP the cartridge. Dispose of

the cartridge.

3. Install the new interior water filter cartridge. You can run the dispenser without a water filter cartridge, but your water will

not be filtered.

• Carefully remove the interior water filter cartridge from its

packaging. Remove the red cap from the cartridge.

• Apply the appropriate month sticker to the cartridge as a

reminder to replace the cartridge within six months. Then apply the "Water Filter Replacement Reminder" sticker to your calendar as a reminder to replace the cartridge in six

months.

Line up the INSTALL mark on the water filter label with the indicator line that is molded into the filter mounting bracket cover. Push the cartridge into the filter mounting bracket.

Twist the cartridge 1/4turn to the right to lock it into place. The

REMOVE mark should be lined up with the indicator line located on the front cover.

NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.

Inspect the filter system for water leaks. Ifyou see water leaks, see the "Troubleshooting" section.

Turningthe ice maker on/off

NOTE: Do not force the wire shutoff arm up or down.

• To turn the ice maker on, simply lower the wire shutoff arm. 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.

• To manually turn the ice maker off, lift the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click to make sure the ice maker will not continue to operate.

Increasing ice production rate

NORMAL Ice Production: In Normal ice production mode, the ice maker should produce approximately 8 to 12 batches of ice in a 24-hour period. If ice is not being made fast enough, turn the Freezer Control toward a higher (colder) number in half number steps. (For example, if the control is at 3, move it to between 3 and 4.) Wait 24 hours and, if necessary, gradually turn the Freezer Control to the highest setting, waiting 24 hours between each increase.

MAXIMUM Ice Production (on some models): In Maximum ice production, the ice maker should produce approximately 16 to 20 batches of ice in a 24-hour period. If your refrigerator has the maximum ice production feature, push the switch to

MAX.

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.

• Do not store anything on top of the ice maker or in the ice storage bin.

REFRIGERATOR

FEATURES

Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that

can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled

with the word "Accessory." Not all accessories will fit all models.

If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please call the toll-free number on the cover or in the "Assistance or

Service" section.

Important information to know about glass shemves

8nd 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 specia! care when re- moving them to avoid impact from dropping.

Your model may have glass or wire shelves. Store similar foods together and adjust the shelves to fit different heights. This

reduces the time the refrigerator door is open and saves energy.

Slide-out Shelves (on some models}

Toslide the shelf from side to side, lift up on the front of shelf and slide to the desired location. Lower shelf to the level position.

NOTE: You do not have to remove small items from the shelf before moving it from side to side. You may need to remove larger

items.

To remove the shelf: NOTE: The shelf is heavy and must be removed using both

hands.

1. Hold the back of the shelf with one hand.

2. Lift the front of the shelf with the other hand to a 45° angle and lower it slightly to release it from the upper channel of the track. Pull the shelf straight out.

To remove and replace a shelf in a metal frame:

1. Pull the shelf forward to the stop. Tilt the front of the shelf up and lift it slightly as you pull the shelf from the frame.

2. Replace the shelf by guiding back into the slots on the frame and pushing the shelf in )ast the stop.

Shelves and Shelf Frames

To remove and replace a shelf/frame:

1. Remove the shelf/frame by tilting it up at the front and lifting it out of the shelf supports.

2. Replace the shelf/frame by guiding the rear shelf hooks into the shelf supports. Tilt the front of the shelf up until rear shelf

hooks drop into the shelf supports. Check to make sure that

the shelf is securely in position.

To remove and replace the shelf track:

1. Remove the shelf track by lifting both sides of the track

slightly and pulling the track straight out.

2. Replace the track by guiding the track hooks into the shelf support slots on the back wall.

NOTE: Make sure that both sets of track hooks are in the slots and that the slots are parallel with each other.

3. Push the track back and down securely into the shelf supports.

To replace the shelf: NOTE: Make sure that both of the rear shelf slides are securely in

the track before letting go of the shelf. The lateral shelf may be difficult to install if the track is placed too close to the refrigerator ceiling. Reposition the track on a lower rung until the shelf can be tilted enough to easily slide into the track.

1. Hold the shelf at the front and tip the front at a 45 ° angle to the track.

2. Insert both of the rear shelf slides into the upper channel of the track, and lower the front of the shelf into place.

Drawers

To remove and replace a drawer:

1. Slide drawer straight out to the stop. Liftthe front of the drawer and slide it out the rest of the way.

2. Replace a drawer by sliding it back in fully past the stop.

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