Maytag BDNT22J9 Use & Care Guide

ENERGYSAVER
CnNTROL FRESH-SEAL

ICE &WATER
DISPENSERS

LIGHT

THE MODEL YOU HAVE SELECTEDMAY NOT HAVE ALL OF THE FEATURES SHOWN

INSTALLATION E, ,C_ICAL CONNECTION Changing either control will have some ef-

LOCATION Thisappliance isdesignedtooperate on a

AND GROUNDING feet on the temperature of the other com-

partment.

)f you have agreed to instail your new re- nominal 115 volt, 15 amp., 60 cycle line. In a day or two, you may decide that one
frigeratoryourself, pleasefollow these help- There should be a separate, grounded cir- or both compartments should be colder or
ful suggestions, cult, serving this appliance only. DO NOT warmer. If so, adjust the control(s) as in-

use an extensioncord. structad in the accompanying chart.

1. Remove base skids and replace front
levelers. _ • s,__,.,.,Doe¢o.,,o,o...s,.

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small pad of this tape to pick off any re- rv,_,,,, ,oo_¢o.,,o,to,..,

carefully and retain old tape. Make a C_OUN_NG_u_" _1 |) Rer,_-,....... WA,M ,...........

pO_R _J_L Y CORt)

maining tape residues. This will elimi- R,_,,_.,,rorrooCOLO........ ..,

nata the need to use dangeroussolvents _ _ Freezer fO0WARM "*t/he,number

TOstart $e I _zer ¢on.ol on ..5.

Turn freezer _ontroI Io P_xl

Tur,', ffe*ztr Control to noel

3. Remove and discard cantilever shelf _¢..,,e,tooCOLO ,o,,.,_,,,o.,

packing clips located just above each _,,_,_,...,_.'OF_ _,, ......... ,,o,o.o,,

shelf where it hooks onto the frame. To _ '
remove a clip,wiggle sideways and pull USE OF CONTROLS

of any kind. _ _ r-_i•l)

straight out. wALLR[_EPT_K;LE IMPORTANT: EXCEPT WHEN START-

ul]Ull ; Ih _ ,_uG_,_,E0*,.E.TO._OU,,_OEL ING, DO NOT CHANGE EITHER CON-

'_@_TJON OF rIONG_ ON POWEIC@R0

GROUNDING TYPE

T"._S.O*...L TROL MORE THAN ONE NUMBER AT

This appliance is equipped with a three- A TIME. ALLOW 24 HOURS FOR

pronged grounding plug for your protection TEMPERATURE TO STABILIZE BE-

against possible electrical shock hazards. It FORE RES¢:I liNG.

must be plugged into a grounding recepta-

cle. Where a standard two prong wall recep- WARM CABINET SURFACES

sponsibility and obligation of the customer erator cabinet may be warm to the touch.

tacle is encountered, it is the personal re- At times, the front surfaces of your refrig-
to have it replaced with a properly grounded This isa normalfunctionof yourrefrigerator.

three-prongwall receptacle. DO NOT, under This feature prevents moisturefrom conden-

4. Select a locationfor your new refrigera- any circumstances, cut or remove the third sing on the outside of your refrigerator dur-

tor away fromany heatsources.Allow a (ground) prong from the power cord. ing humid weather. This condition may be
free flow of air through the front base DO NOT use an adapter plug. noticeable when you first start your refrigera-

grille. All U.L. listed refrigeratomand freezersare tor, during hot weather, and excessive or

5. Your model should not be installed equipped with this type plug. lengthy door openings.

where the temperature will go below
55°F because it will not run frequently $A="_ REMINDER ENERGY SAVER CONTROL

enough to maintain proper temperature If you are not going to use your old refrig- During extremely humid weather, mois-
in the freezer, ture has a tendency tocollect on objectsthaterator, be sure to REMOVE THE DOORS so

6. For ease of installation,youshould leave a child won't be accidentally trapped inside are cooler than the surrounding air, just as

a space of about one-half inch between and suffocate. This is required by law in droplets of water accumulate on aglass con-
your refrigerator and adjacent wails or many communities, raining an iced drink during a hot summer

cabinets, day. This refrigerator is built to exacting

standards and, therefore, contains conden-

OPERATION sate driersthat are designed to minimize any

LEVELING IS IMPORTANT collectionof moistureonthe cabinet external

SI: I IING CONTROLS surface during periods of high humidity.

To enhance its appearance and maintain Your new refrigerator has two controls.

efficient performance, your refrigerator One for regulating the temperature in the ENERGY SAVER

should be level. The front wheels were ad- fresh food compartment and one fo; the

justed at the factory so the cabinet would be freezer. The fresh food compartment and the < ON OFF >

level. However, jarringin transit, or standing freezer compartment controlsare located at

the refrigerator on an uneven floor may the top front of the fresh food compartment. L_
cause the cabinet to appear unlevel. Turn both controls to "No. 5" to start your If you live inan area of low humidity, or

If leveling is necessary, remove the base refrigerator, one in which the humidity is considerably

grille and adjust the wheels with a screw- lower during certain seasons, you can
driver as shown below. I [ FRESH FOOD SWitChthe Energy Saver Control to "ON"

TURN C_OCKWl_ TO

NETCO_N_R I " " I-- driers and decrease the amount of etec-

(

which will disconnect the condensate

°" °"> In areas of relatively high humidity, the
LJ =i Energy Saver Control in the "OFF" pOSi-

TWO TEMP CONTROLS e.e*_ =.re. tricity you use.

FREEZER J I tion will minimize any collection of tools-

TOLOWERCABNE-rCORNER I 6 • 5 • 4 j ' J ture on the outside surface of the cabinet.

if the floor is not level and it =snecessary FEATURES

to raise the rear of the cabinet, we suggest The No. 9 freezer control setting is recom-

rolling the rear wheels on to a piece of ply a gentle stream of circulating chilled air.
wood or other shim materia_ Your refrigerator may run for several hours

mended for short term use only. The fresh food compartment is cooled by

Be sure that the two front levelers touch when you first start it. This is normal and To maintain the natura_ flavor, moisture

the floor to lock the cabinet in place, shouldn't be cause for alarm, and nutrition of freshfoods, we recommend

mat you cover open food containers. Dishes WINE CHILLER MAGNETIC DOOR GASKETS

or trays containing leftoversshould also be To use your wine chillar racks, pivot each Door gasketsare magnetized to insurean
covered to seal in flavors. Storing foods in rack out until it locks into place. Then slide air tight seal all around. These gaskets cling

plastic bags or in their originalair tight store the bottles in as shown, to the cabinet front, once the doors are clos-

wrappings reduces the evaporation of mois-

ture from them and lengthens storage time. _ ed to within their magnetic range.

ADJUSTABLE CANTILEVER SHELVES Thismodelrefrigeratorisdesignedsoan ice

can be moved up or down to suit your indi- CreamMakercan beeasilyinstalledwhenever
vidual needs. To remove e shelf, liftthe front _ you want it. Orderthe IceCream Maker Kit

of the shelf straightup, rock slightlyend pull ! from your dealer.
straight out. To lock in another position, tilt
shelf with the front up. Inserthooks into the
desiredframe openingsand letthe shelf set- AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER,
tte into place. Make sureit is securelylocked FRUIT AND VEGETABLE CRISPER ICE AND WATER DISPENSERS

at the rear. The fruit and vegetable crispers slideout

They are completely removable for dean- Water flows from the household supply
ing (hand wash only) or for use elsewhere through a double water valve (1) tothe water

in your kitchen. The plastic crisper cover reservoir(2}and to theautomatic ice maker

_I for easy access to foods stored within. HOW THEY WORK

THE FREEZERSHELFcan be removed by and pull straight out. To replace the cov-
lifting the right end up approximately one- er, set rear bars on supports and push
quarter of an inch and push the shelf to the back until front can be lowered into place.
right as far as it will go intothe sockets. Lift If a restricted door opening does not per-

the left end up approximately three inches mit removal of a drawer, tilt crispers and _ _ll

and pull the right end barsout of the sockets shelf assembly up and remove by lifting
in the side wall. Reversethe removable pro- straight out. )_j_-

cedure to replace the shelf. Keep your crisperstightly closed to insure
VARI-TEMP DRAWER tables, such as celery and lettuce in plastic

The meat keeper, between the top and bags reduces the evaporation of moisture

also serves as a refrigerator storage shelf.
To remove the cover, lift the front edge _^

crispnessand freshness.Storing leaf/vege-

second shelves,provides shortterm storage from them. i ._'_I

of fresh meats. It slides out to the front so Leveling Crisper Shelf | i
you can easily reach all items stored within. LI_-_-r_L'

The meat keeperwill provide extra chilling support leg as shown. -""
only if the cantilever shelf that supports the., ,_,___- "_-

meat keeper is in the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th shelf _,__

adjustment positions. _ Ill__ =_

The temperature inside the meat keeper is o,,.,11_ (3). Chilled water from the reservoir flows

severaldegrees coolerthan the surrounding through tubing in door (4) and is dispensed
refrgerator compartment temperature.

Therefore, you shouldkeep your meat keep- _j>_ >-_._l,-_._ pressed. The automatic ice maker ejects ice

er tightly closedat all times, powered auger dispenses them into a glass

The sliding lever on the backwall, above DOOR SHELVES when the padded lever (7) is pressed. The
the drawer, enables you to vary the internal Removable shelves may be easily adjust- light switch (8) turns fountain light on or off.
temperatures inside the drawer. With the ed to another position on the door. Lift it
lever set at the "COLD" position, the tern- straight up until it clearsthe retainerson the AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER

perature inside the drawer will be cooler door liner and pull straight out. Reversethis The water inlet tubing assembly required

and you can store most good quality meats procedure when replacinga shelf, to complete the water connection to the

several days. \_. J_====_ water valve is located inthe crisperdrawer in

their original store wrappings or in plastic Connect the ice maker to the water supply

bags to reduce the evaporation of moisture as instructedin the separateinstructions,fur-

from them. _ nished with the refrigerator.

To remove the meat pan, pull it out until it continual supply of ice cubes. After installa-

stops. Then apply a little more pressureand lion, it may take 8 to 24 hours for the ice

pull completely out. maker to furnish any cubes. The first two or

All meats or poultry should be stored in _ a bag.

DELl TRAY FRESH-SEAL COVER sized and irregular due to air in the water

This tray slides out for easy access to The FRESH-SEAL COVER is located on supply line. They may alsobediscolored due

foodsstoredwithin. The tray can be usedfor one ofthe large adjustableshelveson the re- to impuritiesfrom the new water supplytub-
short term storage of lunch meets, cheeses, frigerator door. ing. Therefore, all cubes from the first two or

bacon and other items you may choose, it is three harvests should be discarded.
completely removable for cleaningor for use The FRESH-SEAL COVER seals the shelf
elsewhere in your kitchen, from surroundingairand providesshort term Ice cubes that have been in the ice bin for

The tray is attached to a cantilever shelf closedto insure freshness of your foods, together.Also,they may acquire a food taste

that can be adjusted to different levels to suit

your special needs. EGG STORAGE ally empty ice bin and replenish the entire

To remove the tray, pull it out until it Your model has an egg tray that fits supply of ice cubes. An unlevel refrigerator

stops. Lift the front edge slightly and pull securely on a door shelf. This tray can be may result in non-uniform cubes which
completely out. removed andcarried to yourworking area. could stick together.

If the crisper shelf is not level, adjust the

when the padded lever in the fountain (5) is
cubes intothe storagebin (6) where a motor-

The automatic ice maker will furnish a

three batches of ice cubes may be under-

storage of fresh foods. Keep the lid tightly a long time may shrink and possibly stick

or odor. To avoid theseconditions, occasion-

Certain soundsmay accompany the veri- 2. Check to seeif the tray is level, the bin, push itall the way back until the bot-

ous operating cyclesof the ice maker. The tom of the bin is behind the raisededge at

motor may have a slight hum--a dull thump 3. If the tray is not level, the ice maker is in the front of the shelf its rests upon. Make
may be heard as cubes are ejected--the the dumping cycle. Wait until the tray is surethe tabs, at the back of the bin, that turn

cubes will rattle as they fall into an empty level before proceeding. (About 8 min- the spiral auger are positioned between the
storagebin-- water valvemayclickor "buzz" utes), prongs from the auger motor.

occasionally.All of these sounds are normal 4. If the tray is level move the wire arm to ICE DISPENSER NOT WORKING
and are no cause for alarm, the "OFF" position (f). If your ice dispenserisnot used often, ice

STARTING OR STOPPING clumps can form in the storage bin and
YOUR ICE MAKER 5. Check the cube pockets to determine cause a malfunction of the ice dispenser. If

whether the water is frozen, if not, be this happens, remove the storage bin and

Your automatic ice maker is located near sure you keep the tray level so as not to discardall ice cubes that are stuck together.

the top of the freezer compartment behind spill the water while removing the tray.
the panel above the ice dispenser bin. Lift Remove any clumps that are stuck in the

the front of the ice dispenserbin and pull it ___sT_c chute at the front of the bin, in the ice chute

ht out.

CLiP_ f'_ L'_ and those blocking the dispenseropening.stral!

ICE CUBE TRAY

1_3T._ _ Never add ice cubes from another

This _M _,_,_ an _ jam in your dis-

I bin and discard all ice cubes. Remove any

,=,,=,,,_ %_,oft ,s- _ / _ I front of the bin, in the ice chute and those

i pen=Nm'.If this happens, remove the storage

Lowerthe wire arm from the OFF position.

, @ ,_.-. _-=_=s,j_"_'_31 clumps that are stuck in the chute at the

,_\'-_" _ _ blockingthe dispenseropening.

WIRE ARM

OPERATING YOUR WATER

DISPENSER

The wire arm stops the mechanism when To dispense water, press a container

the storage bin isfull and restartsit after ice 6. Remove the plastic retaining clip by against the padded lever at the le_ side of

cubes have been dispensed. You nan use sliding in the direction indicated on the the fountain. To stop the water flow, release
the wire arm to stop productionof icecubes clip. (2) pressure. To minimize splashing, hold the
at anytime. Pull the arm forward slightlyand container as high as possible.

procedure.

9. Reinstall the panel that goes in front of
the ice maker by reversingthe removal

procedure.

raise it onto the OFF notch. 7. (3)Pullthe tray straight out off of the shaft. _l r'-._---..._ I

__ 8. To reinstallthe tray, reverse the removal

OPERATING YOUR ICE
DISPENSER When you first operate your dispenser or

If you operate your refrigeratorbefore the Prevent ice cubes from missingyourglass after reconnectingwater to your refrigerator,

water connectionismade, keep the wire arm by holding it as high as possible (justbelow air will escape from the dispenser for a few

in the OFFposition. After the water connec- the ice chute). Press the glass against the minutes before water begins to flow. Draw

tion is made, remove the wire arm from the padded leverat the right side of the fountain. 10 glassesof water and empty them in the
OFF position. To stop dispensingice,release pressurejust kitchen sink. This will insure complete filling

If you plan to turn the ice maker off for an _ of the reservoirwith fresh water.

the water supply. Do not discardwater into the grille at the

REMOVING ICE CUBE TRAY bottom of the fountain. This is a spill area,

not a drain. Normal spills will be evaporated

If ice cubesseem to be stickingin the tray, in the recessed area below the spill shelf

it is possible that the water in your area con- grille. Excessive spills should be removed

rainsan abundance of mineral deposits and
isleavinga film residuein the _'ay. Wipe the

with an absorbent sponge or cloth. The spill

tray pockets with a cloth soaked in vinegar area should be cleaned occasionally.
until the film is cleaned out. If the residue FOUNTAIN LIGHT

seems hesw, clean the tray each time you The push button light switch is located be-

extended period oftime, it isbest to shutoff I] _ SPILL TRAY
clean your refrigerator, hindthe panelat the top and on the left side

In order to remove the tray for cleaning, enough to stop the dispenser motor and of yourfountain.Forreplacement, use a 120V,

do the following: leave the glass in place to hotd the door 7 watt bulb.Disconnectthe power cord before

1. Remove the panel in front of the ice open untilice stops falling.With a little prac- replacingfountainlight bulb.
maker by pulling the bottom right hand tice, you wig learn to anticipatewhen to re-

cornerof the panel forward. Then pull the lease pressure to prevent an unwanted dis-

top

right hand corner forward and slide penseof ice, which occurseach oneand one REPLACING

the panel out of the sockets on the left half seconds.

side of thefree., zer finer. After instsllation, it may tske 2 to 3 daysto LIGHT BULB

fill the ice storage bin with cubes.

DISCONNECT THE POWER

.=,_ Lift the front of the icestorage binand pull ALWAYS USE A 40 WATT, STANDARD

_ THE ICE DISPENSER BIN LIGHT BULBS

i it straight out. Wash the bin occasionallyin BASE, APPLIANCE TYPE BULB WHEN RE-mild soap and lukewarm water. To replace PLACING A LIGHT.

REMOVING Et REPLACING CORD BEFORE REPLACING

CLEANING CONDENSER BEFORE YOU CALL

DISCONNECT THE POWER should be cleaned at least twice a year, It
CORD BEFORE CLEANING can be adequately cleaned through the rignt BEFORE CALLING A TECHNICIAN,

Your refrigerator can be easily rolled out front of the base opening, Grasp the base CHECK THE FOLLOWING LIST FOR POSSl-

for cleaning. Simply turn the leveler feet grille at left end and pull straight out. Then BLE TROUBLES THAT YOU CAN REMEDY
COUNTERCLOCKWISE until they turn free. reach through the base opening with your WITHOUT DIFFICULTY.

Then pull the cabinet straight out. We rec-
ommend that you turn the water supply off front and_open end of the condenser. NOISY OPERATION

before moving the cabinet. ,J_,_--_ I • Fan noise--normal air flow

back and turn the levelers CLOCKWISE to • Cabinet not level
lock cabinet in place, i;

INSIDE • Dishes rattling against each other

Afler cleaning behind your model, pushit _ • Defrost pan not positioned correctly

Clean both compartments and inner door "_ "_" ="_=

panels with mildsoap and water. Do notuse To replace base grille, engage the right Additional motors and controlsareusedto
an abrasive powder, solvent, polish cleaner end in the wire coverand pushthe left end in provide the improved performance of this

or undiluted detergent, to engage clip. larger capacity refrigerator. Therefore, nor-

You may noticea slight discoloration ap- mal operating sounds may be more noticea-

peering at the top and nearthe center of the SAFETYTIPS ble than on the model it replaced.

back wall of the fresh food compartment. 1. In case of power failure, minimize door

This is no cause for alarm, but it should be openings. If power failure is of long dura- SIZZLING SOUND IN FREEZER
cleaned off periodically, tion, protect frozen food by placing • Normal sound caused by defrost water

When cleaning a glasscantilevershelf you blocks of dry ice on top of thepackages, dripping on defrost mechanism

can remove it and submerge the entire as- or check with a local frozen foods locker
sembly in warm water. Never use hot water, plant about temporary storage.

ALWAYS ALLOW GLASS TO WARM UP 2, Use the three-pronged plug only with a ICE CUBES EVAPORATE
TO ROOM TEMPERATURE BEFORE IM- properlygroundedthree-prongedreceptacle
MERS[NG IN WARM WATER. to provideprotectionfromelectricalshock, • Cold air moving over ice cubes causes

OUTSIDE Do not use an adapter plug or extension cubes to shrink when not used regularly

Wash regularlywith mild soapand water.

rinse with clear water. Never use abrasive 3. Unplugrefrigeratorbeforecleaningtheinteri- WARM AIR FROM
scouring powders, automobile polish or fur- or, the condenser or replacinglight bulk CABINET SOlrrOM

niture polish.Appliance Wax or a similarpro-

duct will clean and protect the finish saris- 4. Remove the doors from out-of-userefrig- • Normal air flow for condenser

factorily, erator.Prevente child from becomingac-

Your door gaskets are vinyl. They may CABINET VIBRATES

be cleaned with a baking soda solution, ENERGYTiPS • Cabinet not level

soap and water or with a mild scouring

powder. FOR EFFICIENT ENERGY USE: • Weak floor

DEFROST PAN 1. Be sure refrigerator is level and ventila-

Defrost water drains into a shallow pan

beneath the cabinet and evaporates. Dur- 2. Check door seals occsionally for leak- TOO COLD
ing periods of high humidity, water could age. Check at various places, top, hot- • Refrigerator control set too cold

remain in the pan. This pan should be tom, sides.
cleaned once a month with a solution of

strong soap and water. 3. Check the temperature, avoid unneces-

Your refrigerator will operate more effi-

ciently when the condenser is clean. It FOR SERVICE

vacuum cleaner attachment to clean the

,,._, _.,.o • Weak floor

cord.

cidentoIly trapped and suffocating.

tion around front grille is not blocked. FRESH FOOD COMPARTMENT

4. Keep freezer full to near capacity, less TOO WARM

1 _ sary cold settings. FRESH FOOD COMPARTMENT

SL_ • Freezercontrol set at coldest position

_L_ _j refrigerator or freezer. • Prolonged door openings

" _ 6, Cover liquids, if uncovered, the unit

To remove the defrost pan, grasp the base TOO WARM

grille at the left end and pull straight out. 7. Clean refrigerator condenser coils at • Freezer control set too warm
Slide the pan out from underneath the cabi- least twice a year.

net.

cold air is lost during door openings. • Refrigerator control set too warm

5. Let hot dishes cool before putting into

must work longer. FREEZER COMPARTMENT

• Prolonged door openings

GOING ON

F,

//°EF"OSTI_" _ CABINET UGHT NOT WORKING

II • Bu,bburnedout

VACATION ?

, fyouw,begoneforemonthor,ess•Nopoweratoutet

To replace the defrost pan, position the

side flanges to fit over slide rails and push it During longer absences, (a) remove all FOODS DRY OUT

in until it stops, food, (b) disconnect from electricaloutlet, (c) (FRESH OR FROZEN)

To replace base grille, engage the right clean the refrigerator thoroughly, ingluding

end inthe wire coverandpush the left end in defrost pan, (d) leave doors open to prevent • Packages not wrapped or sealed properly
to engage clip. odor formation. • Crisper not tightly closed

leave the control knob at its usual setting.

WATER ON FLOOR REFRIGERATOR RUNS TOO AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER
UNDER CABINET -FREQUENTLY NOT OPERATING

• Defrost pan missing or not positioned cor- • Frequent running provides more stable • Stop arm in OFF position

rectly temperatures • Water supply turned off

• Water connection looseon water valve • Too many door openings • Water pressure too low
MOISTURE COLLECTS ON • Prolonged door openings • Freezer too warm

OUTSIDE SURFACE REFRIGERATOR RUNS TOO LONG WATER DISPENSER

• Hot humid weather increases condenea- • Modern refrigerators are larger ano run NOT OPERATING
tion. As humidity decreases, moisture will colder, which requires more running time • Water supply turned off

disappear. • Prolonged door openings • Water pressuretoo low

• Check EnergySaverControiposition • Control set too cold

ODOR IN CABINET • Condenser needs cleaning

• Odor producing foods should be covered • Poorair circulationaround condenser

• interior needs c,eaning WATERINFRES.FOOO IF YOU NEED

• Defrost pan needs cleaning COMPARTMENT BO'R'OM

• Cabinet not level SERVICE

REFRIGERATOR WON'T RUN • Drain tube plugged The model number, serial number and

• Temperature control turned to OFF. ICE DISPENSER are listed on a serial plate, behind

• Linecord not plugged in. NOT OPERATING the decorative base grille at the lower

• No power at electrical outlet. • Ice iam in the dispenser correspondence with your dealer or dis-
= Housefuseblownorcircuitbreskertripped. • Ice maker not operating tributor concerning your modeL

The manufacturer,whose policy is one of continuous product development, reservesthe right to change specificationswithout notice.

bill of material (BM) number of your model

front. Refer to all of these numbers in any

Printed in U.S.A. 105334-1