Maytag MBL2556KES User Manual

Bottom Freezer

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Use & Care Guide

Table of Contents

Important Safety

Instructions.................................... 1-2

Installation................................... 3-10

Temperature Controls.............. 11-14

Fresh Food Features .................15-17

Freezer Features....................... 18-19

Form No. A/01/06 Part No. 12828151 www.maytag.com ©2006 Maytag Appliances Sales Co. Litho U.S.A.

Food Storage Tips.................... 20-22

Care and Cleaning................... 23-26

Operating Sounds .......................... 27

Troubleshooting........................ 28-30

Warranty & Service ........................ 33

Guide d’utilisation et

d’entretien........................................ 34

Guía de uso y cuidado .................. 70

Important Safety Instructions

Installer: Please leave this guide with this appliance.
Consumer: Please read and keep this Use and

Care Guide for future reference; it provides the
proper use and maintenance information.

Keep sales receipt and/or canceled check as proof
of purchase.

Call: 1-800-688-9900 USA

1-800-688-2002 Canada

Have complete model and serial number
identification of your refrigerator. This is located on a
data plate inside the fresh food compartment, on the
upper right side. Record these numbers below for
easy access.

Model Number _______________________________
Serial Number ________________________________
Date of Purchase
In our continuing effort to improve the quality and

performance of our appliances, it may be necessary
to make changes to the appliance without revising
this guide.

______________________________

What You Need to Know About
Safety Instructions

Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in
this guide are not meant to cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur
sense, caution and care must be exercised when
installing, maintaining or operating appliance.

Always contact the manufacturer about problems or
conditions you do not understand.

. Common

DANGER

To reduce risk of injury or death, follow basic
precautions, including the following:

Important:

not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
refrigerators are still dangerous – even if they sit out
for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old
refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to
help prevent accidents.

Before you throw away your old
refrigerator or freezer:

• Take off the doors.
Leave the shelves in place so

•
children may not easily climb
inside.

• Cut off power cord plug.

This appliance is equipped with a three-prong
grounded plug for your protection against possible
electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged into a
properly grounded wall receptacle. Where a standard
two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it is the
personal re
to have it replaced with a properly grounded three­prong wall receptacle.

circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground)

ong from the pow

pr

plug.

ower supply cord with

P

three-prong grounded plug

Child entrapment and suffocation are

sponsibility and obligation of the customer

Do not, under any

er cord.

Do not

use an adapter

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words,
Labels

DANGER

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in severe personal injury or death.

Immediate hazards which W

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WARNING

WARNING – Hazards or unsafe practices which
COULD result in severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

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Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious
injury or death when using your refrigerator,
follow these basic precautions, including the
following:

1. Read all instructions before using the refrigerator.

2. Observe all local codes and ordinances.

3. Be sure to follow grounding instructions.

4. Check with a qualified electrician if you are not
sure this appliance is properly grounded.

5.

Do not ground to a gas line.

6.

Do not ground to a cold-water pipe.

7. Refrigerator is designed to operate on a separate
115 volt, 15 amp., 60 cycle line.

Do not modify plug on power cord. If plug does

8.
not fit wall recept
installed by a qualified electrician.

9.

Do not use a two-prong adapter, extension cord
or power strip.

10.

Do not remove warning t

11.

Do not tamper with refrigerator controls.
Do not service or replace any part of refrigerator

12.
unless specifically recommended in Use and Care
Guide or published user-repair instructions.
Do not attempt service if instructions are not
understood or if they are beyond personal skill
level.

acle, have proper receptacle

ag from power cord.

13. Always disconnect refrigerator from electrical
supply
power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.

14. Install refrigerator according to Installation
Instructions. All connections for water, electrical
power and grounding must comply with local
codes and be made by licensed personnel when
required.

15. Keep your refrigerator in good condition. Bumping
or dropping refrigerator can damage refrigerator
or cause refrigerator to malfunction or leak. If
damage occurs, have refrigerator checked by
qualified service technician.

16. Have worn power cords and/or loose plugs
replaced by a qualified service technician.

17. Always read and follow manufacturer’s storage
and ideal environment instructions for items being
stored in refrigerator.

18. Your refrigerator
presence of explosive fumes.

19. Children should not climb, hang or stand on any
part of the refrigerator.

Clean up spills or water leakage associated with

20.
water installation.

before attempting any service. Disconnect

should not be operated in the

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Installation

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Your refrigerator was packed carefully for shipment.
Remove and discard shelf packaging and tape.
remove the serial plate.

Location

• Do not install refrigerator near oven, radiator or other

heat source. If not possible, shield refrigerator with
cabinet material (contact a qualified contractor).

•

Do not install where temperature falls below 55° F
(12° C) or rises above 110° F (43° C). Malfunction may
occur at this temperature.

•

Refrigerator is designed for indoor household
application only.

Measuring the Opening

When installing your refrigerator, measure carefully.

1

Allow
compartment cover (located in the rear) for proper air
circulation.

Subflooring or floor coverings (i.e. carpet, tile, wood
floors, rugs) may make your opening smaller than
anticipated.

Some clearance may be gained by using the leveling
procedure under

Important: If refrigerator is to be installed into a recess
where the top of the refrigerator is completely covered,
use distance from floor to top of hinge cap to verify
proper clearance.

⁄2” space at top and 1⁄2” space behind the machine

Leveling.

Do not

Leveling

To enhance the appearance and maintain performance,
the refrigerator should be leveled per instructions
below.

CAUTION

To protect property and refrigerator from
damage, observe the following:

• Protect vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs,
or other protective material.

•

Do not use power tools when performing leveling
procedure.

Notes:

• Complete any required water supply connection
before leveling.

• Some models only have adjustment screws

Materials Needed:

•3⁄8” hex head driver

• Carpenter’s level.

1. Remove toe grille.

• Grasp firmly and pull
outward to unclip.

2. Using hex head driver, turn
the front adjustment screws
raise or lower the front of the refrigerator (see
illustration below).

(A) on each side to

(A).

Transporting Your Refrigerator

EVER

• N

position is not possible, lay refrigerator on its back.
Allow refrigerator to sit upright for approximately 3
minutes
the compressor. Plugging the refrigerator in
immediately may c

• Use an appliance dolly when moving refrigerator.

AL

back–NEV

• Protect outside finish of refrigerator during transport
by wrapping cabinet in blankets or inserting padding
between the refrigerator and dolly.

• Secure refrigerator to dolly firmly with straps or
bungee cords. T
possible.
restraints may dent or damage outside finish.

3

transpor

before plugging it in to assure oil returns to

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Y

A

W

truck refrigerator from it

Do not over-tighten. Over-tightening

t refrigerator on its side. If an upright

ause damage to internal par

s side or

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E

from it

s front.

hread straps through handle

s.

t

s when

0

Using the hex head driver, turn each of these

3.
adjustment screws
the refrigerator.

4. Using a carpenter’s level, make sure front of
refrigerator is
back of refrigerator and that the refrigerator is level
from side to side.

urn stabilizing legs

T

5.
against floor.

6. Turn adjustment screws
allow the full weight of the refrigerator to re
the stabilizing legs.

Replace the toe grille.

.

7

• Align the toe grille mounting clips with the lower
cabinet slots.

• Push the toe grille firmly until it snaps into place.

(B) to raise or lower the rear of

1

⁄4” (6 mm) or 1⁄2 bubble higher than

(C) clockwise until firmly

(A) counterclockwise to

st on

Installation

Door and Drawer Removal

Some installations require door/drawer removal to
transport the refrigerator to its final location.

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause
severe personal injury or death, observe the
following:

• Disconnect power to refrigerator before removing
doors or drawer. Connect power only after
replacing doors or drawer.

CAUTION

To avoid damage to walls and flooring, protect vinyl
or other flooring with c
protective material.

Materials Needed:

• Phillips screwdriver

5

•

⁄16” hex head driver

3

•

⁄8” hex head driver

1. Unplug power cord from power source.

ardboard, rugs or other

6.

For swing freezer door models only: Hold
freezer door while removing hinge pin
with a

5

⁄16” hex head driver. Remove door

from bottom hinge and retain hinge pin
for later use.

For pullout freezer drawer models
only:

Remove plastic sleeve, if
present. Remove center hinge
pin with a

5

⁄16” hex head driver.

Retain hinge pin and plastic
sleeve for later use.

7. Remove Phillips screws to
remove center hinge and

etain all screws for later

r
use.

8. Remove bottom hinge or
stabilizing bracket with
hex head driver and r

3

⁄8”

etain
screws for later use. Lift out bottom
hinge pin (on freezer door models).

9. If your model has a pullout freezer
drawer, see page 5 for drawer removal
instructions.

2. Remove toe grille and bottom bracket cover(s)
(see page 3).

3. Remove top hinge cover from
refrigerator door by removing Phillips
screw and retain screw and cover for
later use.

Unscrew

4.

5

⁄16” hex head screws from top

hinge to remove hinge and retain all
screws for later use.

5. Lift refrigerator door from center
hinge pin.

4

Installation

Pullout Freezer Drawer

(select models)

DANGER

To prevent accidental child entrapment or
suffocation risk, do not remove the divider in the
top freezer basket.

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator
doors, connect power.

To avoid possible injury, product, or property
damage, you will need two people to perform the
following instructions.

Materials Needed:

before removing doors. After replacing

CAUTION

To Install:

1. Pull both rails out to
full extension.

2. While supporting
door front, hook
supports into slots
located on inside of
each slide.

Note: All four drawer bracket supports must be in

the proper slots for the drawer to function properly.

• Phillips screwdriver

To Remove:

1. Pull drawer open to full extension.

2. Tilt the lower basket
forward and lift to remove.

3. On each white drawer
bracket is a basket cradle
with two snap attachments.

o release each cradle,

T
unlatch the snaps by
pushing them inward,
away from the side
bracket. Lift the cradles
off of the rails.

4. Remove Phillips screw
from each of the drawer
slides (select models).

5. Lift top of drawer front
to unhook the drawer
from the slides. Lift
door front out to
remove.

3. Lower door front into final position.

4. Replace and tighten Phillips screws that were
removed from the drawer slides (select models).

5. Place the basket cradles back onto the drawer

s. Align basket cradle snaps with the slots on

slide
the drawer brackets and press each cradle toward
the bracket until it clicks.

Basket cradle

snap attachments

6. Tilt the lower basket front down and set it down
into the basket cradle

s.

5

Installation

Reinstallation of the Doors

Materials Needed:

• Phillips screwdriver

5

•

⁄1

” hex head driver

6

1. Install hinge assemblies:

• Install top hinge loosely with

• Install center hinge with Phillips screws.

•

Freezer door models: Install bottom hinge with

3

⁄8” hex head screws.

2.

Freezer door models: Insert bottom hinge pin.

• Locate bottom hinge hole closest to
side edge of cabinet, and insert

out
bottom hinge pin. Replace any door
shims, if present.

3.

Freezer door models: Place hinge
side of freezer door on bottom hinge
pin and hold freezer door upright
while installing center hinge pin with

5

⁄1

” hex head driver.

6

• Replace plastic sleeve.

• Replace any applicable door shims.

• Make sure the hinge pin is installed tightly.

5

⁄1

” hex head screws.

6

5

• Remove center mullion screws with

⁄16” hex head

screwdriver.

•

Freezer door models: Remove bottom mullion
screws with

3

⁄8” hex head driver.

CAUTION

To avoid possible injury and damage to property:

• Place doors on a nonabrasive surface protected by
towels or rugs while working directly on doors.

3. Transfer door stops from bottom edge of fresh food

door and freezer door, if applicable, to opposite
side of door edge.

• Use a Phillips screwdriver
for removal and installation.

4. Install handles (see pages
6-8).

5. Reinstall the door(s).

Handles

Note: If not installed, the handle is located in the

interior of the fresh food compar
to the back of your refrigerator.

tment or attached

4. Place hinge side of refrigerator door on center hinge
pin.

5. While holding refrigerator door
upright, tighten down top hinge

5

with

⁄16” hex head driver and

replace hinge cover.

Door Reversal

In some installations, reversing the door swing allows
for more convenient acce

an be reversed on freezer

c
food door is reversible on freezer

Materials Needed:

• Flat screwdriver

• Phillips screwdriver

5

•

⁄16” hex head driver

3

•

⁄8” hex head driver

1. Remove door(s) (see page 4).
Transfer cabinet plugs and cabinet

2.
screws to opposite side of cabinet.

Remove c

•

abinet plugs with flat

blade of screwdriver tip wrapped in masking t

ss to stored items. Both doors

door models and the fre

sh

drawer models.

ape.

Remove and discard handle packaging and tape.
Handle design varies from refrigerator to refrigerator.

Please reference the appropriate instructions for your
model below.

Fresh Food Handles

Standard Front Mount Handle
Materials Needed:

Phillips screwdriver

•

5

•

⁄16” hex head driver

To Install:

1. Remove
door face with hex head driver, and
Phillips screw from top of door.

If reversing door, remove door plugs

•

from opposite side of door and insert
in screw holes.

2. Align handle holes with screw holes on
door face and secure with two door face
screws from step 1.

1

⁄4” hex head screws from

Cont.

6

Installation

3. Locate handle trim in literature pack and
install over top and bottom of handle, as
illustrated.

• Secure top handle trim with remaining

screw removed in step 1.

• Snap bottom trim over bottom portion

of handle.

To Remove:

1. Remove top handle trim by removing top
handle screw.

• Retain trim and screw for later

replacement.

2. Pry bottom handle trim from handle with
screwdriver flat blade wrapped in
masking tape.

ain trim for later replacement.

• Ret

3. Remove two hex head screws.

• Retain screws for later replacement.

Side Mount Handle
Materials Needed:

• Phillips screwdriver

To Install:

1. Remove screws from the side of the
door.

2. Align the side mount handle with the
predrilled hole

3. Insert the screws in the sequence as
shown.

Upper

Handle

1

3

4. Ensure the door handle is snug to the
door panel.

To Remove:

Reverse inst

s in the door panel.

2

4

Lower

Handle

allation procedure.

Freezer Handles

Partial-Width Handle
Materials Needed:

• Phillips screwdriver

To Install:

1. Install handle by fastening with
screws removed from edge of door.

• If reversing freezer door, remove

door plugs from top edge of door
and insert into screw holes.

To Remove:

1. Remove handle screws with Phillips
screwdriver and retain screws for
later use.

Front Mount Plastic Freezer Handle

Notes:

• There is a slight curve to

this style of freezer
handle.

• For proper installation, be

sure handle is oriented as
shown.

To Install:

Align door handle

1.
clips to the studs
attached to the
freezer door

Ensure the large

2.
hole in the
mounting clip is
positioned to the
right on both ends
of the handle.

3. Rotate the handle so that the handle is flat against
the door.

4. Grasp the handle firmly and slide handle to the
right.

To Remove:

1. With both hands, firmly grasp the handle toward
the right side.

2. Slide toward the
surface.

.

left, lift and remove from the

Handle

Clip

Door Stud

Handle

Base

7

Installation

Metal Handle

Materials Needed:

3

•

⁄3

” Allen wrench

2

• Gloves to protect hands

Note: Metal handles can scratch doors.

To Remove:

• Loosen set screws in handle using
wrench.

• Repeat the procedure on all screws.

To Replace:

• Align handle with the mounting posts.

• Apply upward pressure to the handle and hold.

• Fully tighten all set screws to secure handle in
place.

3

⁄3

” Allen

2

8

Installation

Connecting the Water Supply

(select models)

WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury or death, follow
basic precautions, including the following:

M

aterials Needed:

1

•

⁄4” outer diameter flexible copper tubing

• Shut-off valve (requires a
water supply line before valve attachment)

• Adjustable wrench (2)

1

•

⁄4” hex nut driver

1

⁄4” hole to be drilled into

• Read all instructions before installing ice maker.

Do not attempt installation if instructions are not

•
understood or if they are beyond personal skill
level.

Observe all local codes and ordinances.

•

•

Do not service ice maker unless specifically
recommended in Use & Care Guide or published
user-repair instructions.

• Disconnect power to refrigerator
ice maker.

• Water damage due to an improper water
connection may c
Clean up spills or leakage immediately.

ause mold/mildew growth.

before installing

CAUTION

To avoid property damage or possible injury,
follow basic pr
following:

• Consult a plumber to connect
tubing to household plumbing to assure
compliance with local codes and ordinances.

• Confirm water pressure to water valve is between
35 and 100 pounds per square inch. 20 pounds
per square inch if there is not a water filter

•

Do not use a self-piercing, or
Both reduce water flow and can become clogged
over time, and may cause leaks if repair is
attempted.

• Tighten nuts by hand to prevent cross threading.
Finish tightening nut

Do not over-tighten.

ecautions, including the

1

⁄4” O.D. copper

3

⁄16” saddle valve.

s with pliers and wrenche

.

s.

Notes:

• Use copper tubing only for installation. Plastic is
less durable and can cause damage.

• Add 8’ to tubing length needed to reach water
supply for creation of service loop.

1. Create service loop with
copper tubing (minimum 2’
diameter). Avoid kinks in the
copper tubing when
bending the service loop.
not use plastic tubing.

2. Remove plastic c
inlet port.

3. Place brass nut
on copper tube end as illustrated.
Reminder: Do not use an old
sleeve. The nut and sleeve are
provided in the Use and Care
packet.

Place end of copper tubing into

4.
water valve inlet por
tubing slightly.
that tubing feeds straight into inlet
port.

ap from water valve

(A) and sleeve (B)

Do not kink – so

Do

t. Shape

2’ diameter

minimum

B
A

B

A

• Wait 2-3 hours
position to check and correct any water leaks.
Recheck for leaks after 24 hours.

• Verify the copper tubing under the sleeve is
smooth and free from defects.
old sleeve.

9

before placing refrigerator into final

Do not reuse an

Installation

5. Slide brass nut over sleeve and screw
nut into inlet port.

Place adjustable wrench on nut
(1) attached to plastic waterline
and maintain position.

Using second adjustable wrench
turn the lower nut
counterclockwise and fully
tighten while holding the upper
nut in place.

Important: Do not over-tighten. Cross-threading
may occur.

6. Pull on tubing to confirm
connection is secure.
Connect tubing to frame
with water tubing clamp
and turn on water supply.
Check for leaks and correct

ary. Continue to

if nece
observe the water supply
connection for two to three
hours prior to moving the
refrigerator to its permanent
location.

7. Monitor water connection for 24 hours. Correct
leaks, if necessary.

ss

(2)

(C)

2

. Remove plastic cap from water

valve inlet port.

3. Place brass nut
on copper tube end as illustrated.

Reminder: Do not use old sleeve.

1

2

C

The nut and the sleeve are
provided in the use and care
packet.

4. Place end of copper
tubing into water valve
inlet port. Shape tubing
slightly.
so that tubing feeds straight into inlet
port.

5. Slide brass nut over sleeve and screw nut
into inlet por

Important: Do not over-tighten. Cross
threading may occur.

6. Pull on tubing to confirm connection is
secure. Connect tubing to frame with
water tubing clamp
water supply
if necessary. Continue to observe the
water supply connection for two to three
hours prior to moving the refrigerator
to its permanent location.

7. Monitor water connection for 24 hours.
Correct leaks, if necessary.

Do not kink –

(A) and sleeve (B)

A

ighten nut with wrench.

t. T

(C) and turn on

. Check for leaks and correct

B

C

Alternate connection (select models)

Materials Needed:

1

•

⁄4” outer diameter flexible copper tubing

• Shut-off valve (requires a
water supply line before valve attachment)

• Adjustable wrench

1

•

⁄4” hex nut driver

1

⁄4” hole to be drilled into

Notes:

• Use copper tubing only for installation. Plastic is
less durable and can cause damage.

• Add 8’ to tubing length needed to reach water
supply for creation of service loop.

Create service loop with copper

1.
tubing (minimum 2’ diameter).
Avoid kinks in the copper tubing
when bending the service loop.
Do not use plastic tubing.

2’ diameter

minimum

10

Temperature Controls

Dial Temperature Controls

(select models)

The controls are located at the top front of the
refrigerator and freezer compartments.

Note: The freezer control turns the cooling system

on. Neither section will cool if freezer control is set
to OFF.

Refrigerator Control

Freezer Control

Adjusting the Controls

• 24 hours after adding food, you may decide that one
or both compartments should be colder or warmer. If
so, adjust the control(s) as indicated in the
Temperature Control Guide table below. See page 20
for instructions on checking compartment
temperature.

• Except when starting the refrigerator,
either control more than one number at a time.

• Allow 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize.

• Changing either control will have some effect on the
temperature of the other compartment.

Temperature Control Guide

Refrigerator too warm

Refrigerator too cold

Freezer too warm

Turn the Refrigerator control
to next higher number.

Turn the Refrigerator control
to next lower number

Turn the Freezer control to
next higher number

do not change

.

.

Initial Control Settings

After plugging the refrigerator in, set the controls.

• To adjust the controls, turn the control knob to the
left or right as desired.

• The temperature control range for both

s is 1 through 7 (coldest).

compar
Set the F

•

• Set the Refrigerator control on

• Let the refrigerator run at least 8 to 12 hours
adding food.

tment

reezer control on

4.

4.

before

Warm Cabinet Surfaces

At times, the front of the refrigerator cabinet may be
warm to the touch. This is a normal occurrence that
helps prevent moisture from condensing on the
cabinet. This condition will be more noticeable when
you first st
after excessive or lengthy door openings.

art the refrigerator, during hot weather and

Freezer too cold

Turn refrigerator OFF

Turn the Freezer control to
next lower number.

Turn the Freezer control to

OFF.

Note: Turning freezer control to OFF stops cooling

in both compartments. It does not shut off power to
the refrigerator.

11

Temperature Controls

Touch Temperature Controls

(select models)

The controls are located at the top front of the
refrigerator compartment.

Control

Initial Control Settings

After plugging the refrigerator in, set the controls.

• Pressing the or pads adjusts the controls
to the desired setting.

• The temperature control range for both
compartments is 1 through 7 (coldest).

• Set the Freezer control on

• Set the Refrigerator control on

• Let the refrigerator run at least 8 to 12 hours
adding food.

Warm Cabinet Surfaces

At time
warm to the touch. This is a normal occurrence that
helps prevent moisture from condensing on the
cabinet. This condition will be more noticeable when
you first start the refrigerator, during hot weather and
after exce

s, the front of the refrigerator cabinet may be

ssive or lengthy door openings.

4.

4.

before

Adjusting the Controls

• 24 hours after adding food, you may decide that one
or both compartments should be colder or warmer. If
so, adjust the control(s) as indicated in the
Temperature Control Guide table below. See page 20
for instructions on checking compartment
temperature.

• Except when starting the refrigerator,
either control more than one number at a time.

• Allow 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize.

Temperature Control Guide

Refrigerator too warm

Refrigerator too cold

Freezer too warm

Freezer too cold

Turn refrigerator OFF

Set the Refrigerator control
to next higher number by
pressing the pad.

Set the Refrigerator control
to next lower number by
pressing the pad.

Set the Freezer control to
next higher number by
pressing the pad.

Set the Freezer control to
next lower number by
pressing the pad.

Press the
Freezer pad until a
dash (—) appears in the
display.

do not change

Refrigerator or

12

Temperature Controls

Triple Cool Climate Control

(select models)

The control is located at the top front of the fresh food
compartment.

Control

Initial Temperature Setting

Temperatures are preset at the factory at 38° F (3° C)
in the fresh food compartment and 0° F (-17° C) in the
freezer compartment.

Adjusting the Control

24 hours after adding food, you may decide that one or
both compartments should be colder or warmer
adjust the control as indicated in the Temperature
Control Guide below.

• The first touch of the or pads shows the
current temperature setting.

• The display will show the new setting for
approximately three seconds, and then return to the
actual temperature currently within that
compartment.

•

Do not change either control more than one degree
at a time. Allow temperature to stabilize for 24 hours
before making a new temperature adjustment.

e Contr

emper

T

Refrigerator too cold

Refriger

atur

ator too w

ol Guide

Set the Refrigerator control
to next higher number by
pressing the pad.

arm

Set the Refrigerator control
to next lower number by
pressing the pad.

. If so,

Speed Ice

When activated, Speed Ice reduces the freezer
temperature to the optimum setting for 24 hours in
order to produce more ice.
Speed Ice feature is in operation, the and pads
for the freezer control will not operate.

Vacation Mode

The Vacation Mode feature causes the freezer
to defrost less frequently, conserving energy. The
Vacation Mode indicator light will illuminate when the
feature is activated. To deactivate, press the

Mode

light will go off.

pad again OR open either door. The indicator

Important: When the

Vacation

Notes:

• Door openings will not deactivate Vacation Mode
for approximately one hour after activation.

• If vacationing for more than a few days, see the
Preparing for Vacation section, page 26.

Temp Alarm

The Temp Alarm system will alert you if the
freezer or fre
operating temperature
other event. When activated, the Temp Alarm light will
illuminate.

If the freezer or fre
exceeded these limits, the display will alternately show
the current compar
compartment temperatures reached when the power
was out. An audible alarm will sound repeatedly.

ss the

re

P
alarm. The Temp Alarm light will continue to flash and
the temperatures will alternate until the temperatures
have stabilized.

sh food temperatures exceed normal

s due to a power outage or

sh food temperature

emp Alarm

T

tment temperature

pad once to stop the audible

s have

s and the highe

st

eezer too cold

r

F

Freezer too warm

efriger

urn r

T

13

ator O

Set the F
next higher number by
pressing the pad.

Set the Freezer control to
next lower number by
pressing the pad.

F

F

re

P
until OFF appears in the
display. Press either the
Freezer or Refrigerator

reezer control to

ss the F

reezer pad

pad to turn back on.

To turn off Temp Alarm, press and hold the

Alarm

go off.

Door Alarm

T
doors has been left open for five continuous minutes.
When this happens, an audible alarm will sound every
few seconds until the door is closed OR the Door
Alarm pad is pressed to deactivate the feature.

pad for three seconds. The indicator light will

he Door Alarm will aler

t you when one of the

Temp

Temperature Controls

Max Cool

When activated, Max Cool causes the fresh
food and freezer temperatures to drop to the minimum
settings on the control. This cools down the
refrigerator and freezer after extended door openings
or when loading the refrigerator or freezer with warm
food.

Important: When the Max Cool feature is in

operation, the and pads for the refrigerator
and freezer controls will not operate.

To activate, press the
deactivate automatically after 12 hours, OR press the

Max Cool pad to deactivate the feature.

Max Cool pad. Max Cool will

User Preferences

Access the User Preferences menu to:

• Activate or turn off Super Cool (select models)

• Change the temperature display from °F to

• Enable or disable audible alarms.

• Adjust the light level at which the Dispenser Auto
Light will illuminate (when this feature is activated
on the ice and water dispenser) (select models)

• Activate the Sabbath Mode

°C

Super Cool (CC) (select models)

When Super Cool is ON, an air-mixing fan in the fresh
food compartment is activated to improve air flow and
temperature control. To save energy, this feature may
be deactivated by choosing

Temperature Display (F_C)

Change the display to show temperatures in degrees
Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius.

Alarm (AL)

When the Alarm mode is OFF, all audible alarms will
be disabled until the feature is turned on.

Auto Light Level Selection (LL) (select models)

This setting adjusts the light level at which the
dispenser light will illuminate when the sensor detects
that the light levels in the room are low. Setting 1 is
the darke
light level setting.
models) must be activated on the ice and water
dispenser control to t

Sabbath Mode (S

When the Sabbath Mode is ON, all control lights and
the night light will be disabled until the feature is
turned OFF. This feature does not disable the interior
lights. Press any pad to restore the control lights.

st light level setting, setting 9 is the lightest

Important: The Auto Light (select

ake advantage of this option.

AB)

OFF.

To access the User Preferences menu, press and hold
the

Door Alarm pad for three seconds. W

User Preferences mode, a short title for the feature will
appear in the Freezer temperature display and the
feature status will appear in the Refrigerator display.

Use the Freezer up and down control to scroll

1.

through the features.

2. When the desired feature is displayed, use the

Refrigerator up and down control to change the
status.

3. When changes are complete, press the

pad for three seconds OR close the refrigerator
door.

hen in the

Door Alarm

Warm Cabinet Surfaces

At time
warm to the touch. This is a normal occurrence that
helps prevent moisture from condensing on the
cabinet. This condition will be more noticeable when
the refrigerator is first st
after excessive or lengthy door openings.

s, the front of the refrigerator c

arted, during hot weather and

abinet may be

14

Fresh Food Features

Latches

Slide Out

EasyGlide ShelfEasyGlide Shelf

TM

Shelves

CAUTION

To avoid personal injury or property damage,
observe the following:

• Never attempt to adjust a shelf that is loaded with

food (except in the case of the Elevator™ Shelf).

• Confirm shelf is secure
shelf.

• Handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves
may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or
exposed to sudden temperature change.

Your refrigerator has either Spill-Catcher™ or non­sealed Shelves. The Spill-Catcher™ shelves have a spill
retainer edge which allows for easier clean up and
some are equipped with the EasyGlide
feature. To slide out (select models), grasp the front of
the shelf and pull forward. Push in the shelf to return
to the original position.

To Remov

• Slightly tilt up the
front and lift up the
rear of the shelf, then
pull the shelf straight
out.

To Lock the Shelf Into Another Position:

• Tilt up the front edge of the shelf.
Inser

•
let the shelf settle into place.

• Be sure the shelf is securely locked at the rear.

e a Shelf:

t the hooks into the de

Elevator™ Shelf

before placing items on

T

M

slide out

sired frame openings and

To Remove:

Completely unload the shelf and pull the shelf forward.
When the shelf stops, press up on the tabs located
underneath its outside edges, then continue pulling
forward, clear of the frame.

To Install:

Align the shelf to the frame and push it all the way
back. (There is no need to depress the tabs for
reinstallation).

In ordinary use, the Elevator™ Shelf frame assembly
does not require removal. Though unlikely, and not
recommended, the correct removal procedure is as
follows:

To Remove:

• Unload the shelf completely.

• Remove glass shelf by pulling forward. W
stops lift up and continue pulling forward.

• Manually move the two rear latches toward the shelf
center.

• While supporting the entire shelf and frame from
underneath, lift slightly and rot
approximately 30° to allow the rear mechanism to
clear the vertical rear side rails.

• The entire assembly can then be moved forward and
clear of the refrigerator compar

To Install:

• Reverse the removal procedure. Be sure the shelf is
in a level position.

• When the sliding shelf is pushed to the rear, it will
reposition the rear latches to their correct operating
position.

ate the assembly

tment.

hen shelf

The fresh food compartment is equipped with an
Elevator™ Shelf.

This shelf can be adjusted up or down without having
to be unloaded of it
Shelf, pull out the knob on the crank handle. Rotate
the crank
counterclockwise to lower the height of the shelf.

Note: Do not raise the shelf to the very top of the

vertical rails, as the shelf may become jammed.

15

clockwise to raise the height of the shelf

s contents. To adjust an Elevator™

(style may vary)

, and

Fresh Food Features

The Crisper Top serves as the lower fresh food shelf.

To Remove the Crisper Top:

• Remove crisper drawers as indicated.

• Place hand under the frame to push up the glass. Lift
glass out.

• Lift frame from refrigerator liner rails.

To Install:

• Repeat above instructions in reverse order.

Door Storage

Dairy Compartment

The Dairy Compartment provides
convenient door storage for
spreadable items such as butter
and margarine. This compartment can be moved to
different locations to accommodate storage needs. To
use the dairy compartment, raise the cover.

To Remove:

• Raise the cover, pull upward and tilt out.

To Install:

Storage Drawers

Snack Drawer (select models)

The Snack Drawer can be used for
storage of miscellaneous items or
extra produce.

To Remove:

• Pull drawer out to full extension. Tilt up front
of drawer and pull straight out.

To Install:

• Insert drawer into frame rails and push back into
place.

Humidity-Controlled Crisper Drawers

The Crisper Drawers provide a higher humidity
environment for fresh fruit and vegetable storage.

Controls

The Crisper Controls regulate the amount of humidity
in the crisper drawer. Slide the control towards the
FRUIT setting when storing produce with outer skins.
Slide the control towards the VEGETABLES setting
when storing leafy produce.

• Reverse above procedure.

Door Buckets

Door Buckets can be moved to meet
storage needs.

To Remove:

• Slide bucket up and pull straight
out.

To Install:

• Slide bucket in and down until firmly seated in the
door liner.

Full-Width Door Shelf

Full-Width Door Shelf removes for easy cleaning.

To Remove:

Slide shelf up and pull

•
straight out.

To Remove:

• Pull drawer out to full extension. Tilt up front of
drawer and pull straight out.

To Install:

• Insert drawer into frame rails and push back into
place.

Note: For best results, keep the crisper drawers

tightly closed.

o Install:

T

• Reverse above
procedure.

16

Fresh Food Features

Temperature-Controlled Drawer

(select models)

The Wide-N-Fresh™ deli drawer is a full-width drawer
with adjustable temperature control. This drawer can
be used for large party trays, deli items, beverages or
miscellaneous items.

There is a temperature control which adjusts the
amount of cold air allowed into the drawer. The
control is located on the right side of the drawer.
Depending on your model, it is either on the front of
the drawer or under the lid.

Set the control to
refrigerator temperature. Set the drawer on the

meats or setting when a temperature colder than
the main refrigerator compar
coldest setting when storing meats.

cheese or to provide a normal

tment is de

sired. Use the

Notes:

• Cold air directed to the drawer can decrease
refrigerator temperature. Refrigerator control may
need to be adjusted.

Can Rack (select models)

The Can Rack slides out from
underneath the Spill-Catcher™
shelf. It holds up to twelve 12­ounce beverage cans.

To Remove:

• Pull rack out to full extension. Tilt up the front of rack
and pull straight out.

To Install:

• Insert rack into frame rails and push back into place.

Accessories

Wine Trivet/Can Rack (select models)

The Wine T
accessory fits in the Wide-N­Fresh™ deli drawer or on a shelf.

Bottles or cans can be laid
crosswise, or a single bottle may be
laid in the center depression.

rivet/Can Rack

•

Do not place leafy vegetables in the drawer.
Colder temperatures could damage leafy produce.

To Remov

• Lift lid (select models). Pull drawer out to full
extension. T

To Install:

ush met

P

•
(select models). Place drawer onto rails and slide
drawer back until it falls into place.

Some models feature a divider to organize the drawer
into sections.

To Remove:

ull drawer completely out and raise the front of the

P

•
divider to unhook it from the rear wall of the drawer
and lift it out.

To Install:

• Hook back of divider over rear wall of the drawer and
lower into place.

e:

ilt up front of pantry and pull straight out.

al glide rails to the back of the refrigerator

Wine Rack (select models)

The Wine Rack provides a place
for horizontally storing wine. The

an also hold an egg car

rack c
Position the rack to rest on the

left hand side of a refrigerator
shelf (this rack cannot be
positioned on an Elevator™ shelf).

ton.

Egg Cradle

The Egg Cradle (style may vary/select models) holds a
“dozen-plus” eggs. It can be removed to carry to work
area or to be washed.

17

Freezer Features

Automatic Ice Maker

(select models)

Note: Energy rating guides that are posted on the

refrigerator at the time of purchase do not include
optional ice maker energy usage.

Some models are automatic ice maker ready. The
number of the appropriate ice maker kit is IC11B. The
kit contains installation instructions and water
connection instructions.

Other models have a factory installed ice maker.
Connect the ice maker to the water supply as
instructed on pages 9-10.

level refrigerator are essential for optimal ice
maker perf

ormance.

Operating Instructions

• Confirm ice bin is in place and ice maker arm is
down.

• After freezer section reaches
approximately 0° F (-17° C), ice
maker fills with water and begins
operating. Y
harvest of ice approximately every
three hours.

• Allow approximately 24 hours after installation to
receive first harvest of ice.

• Discard ice created within first 12 hours of operation
to verify system is flushed of impurities.

• Stop ice production by raising ice maker arm until
click is heard.

Ice maker will remain in the off position until arm is

•
pushed down.

• The first one or two batches will probably contain
undersized and irregular cubes because of air in the
supply line.

• When the ice cubes are ejected it is normal for
several cube

an easily be broken apar

c
continue to make ice until the supply of ice cubes
raises the sensor arm, shutting the ice maker off.

ain sounds may accompany the various cycles of

t

Cer

•
the ice maker. The motor may have a slight hum, the
cubes will rattle as they fall into an empty storage bin
and the water valve may click or “buzz” occ

ou will have a complete

s to be joined together at the ends. T

Proper water flow and a

hey

t. The ice maker will

asionally

become cloudy, shrink, stick together and taste stale.
Empty the ice storage bin periodically and wash it in
lukewarm water. Be sure to dry the bin thoroughly
before replacing it.

• Beverages and foods
ice storage bin for quick chilling. These items can
block the sensor arm, causing the ice maker to
malfunction.

• Turn off (arm up) the ice maker when the water
supply is to be shut off for several hours.

To Remove the Ice Bin:

• Pull it forward, away from the ice maker. To avoid the
ice maker dumping ice while the bin is removed, turn
the ice maker off by raising the sensor arm.

To Install the Ice Bin:

• Reverse the above procedure. Turn the ice maker on
by lowering the sensor arm.

should not be placed in the

WARNING

To avoid personal injury or property damage,
observe the following:

• Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic

ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is
plugged in. This will help protect you from possible

. It will also prevent interference with moving

injury
parts of the ejector mechanism and the heating
element that release

• Under certain rare circumstances, ice cubes may
be discolored, usually appearing with a green­bluish hue. The cause of this unusual discoloration
can be a combination of factors such as certain
characteristics of loc
plumbing and the accumulation of copper salts in
an inactive water supply line which feeds the ice
maker. Continued consumption of such discolored
ice cubes may be injurious to health. If such
discoloration is observed, disc
and cont
water line filter.

• Water damage due to improper water connection
may cause mold/mildew growth.

• Clean up water and ice spills to avoid personal
injury and to prevent mold/mildew growth.

.

act your dealer to purchase and inst

s the cubes.

al waters, household

ard the ice cube

s

all a

• If the ice is not used frequently, the ice cubes will
18

Freezer Features

1

2

Shelves and Baskets

Models with swing freezer door:

Freezer Shelf (select models)

Select models have a shelf divider.

To Remove:

• Pull shelf out to full

extension. Tilt up front of
shelf and pull straight out.

To Install:

• Insert shelf into freezer liner rails and push to back

of compartment.

Wire Basket (select models)

To Remov

• Pull basket out to full

extension. Tilt up front of
basket and pull straight out.

e:

Models with pullout freezer drawer:

DANGER

To prevent accidental child entrapment or
suffocation risk,
top freezer basket.

do not remove the divider in the

Upper Wire Basket

To Remove:

• Pull upper basket out to full extension and lift out to
remove.

To Install:

• Slide upper basket into freezer. Make sure that rear
of basket hooks behind rail catch.

To Install:

• Insert basket into freezer liner rails and push back
into place.

Freezer Door Shelf (select models)

Freezer Door Shelf provides

The
convenient storage for frozen food
items in freezer door.

To Remove:

• Lift shelf from side liner tabs and pull
out.

o Install:

T

• Fit ends of shelf on liner tabs and slide down.

Note: Freezer Drawer Models: See page 5 for

lower basket and complete pullout drawer
instructions.

Accessories

Ice Cube Tray (select models)

The Ice Cube Tray provides an area to freeze cubes for
manual dispensing of ice.

To release ice cubes from tray, hold
tray upside down over a storage
container and twist both ends of
tray until cubes release.

Ice Service Rack (select models)

The Ice Service Rack holds the
ice cube tray.

To Install:

Slide L-shaped groove of shelf

•
down over back wall screw. Push rack back until
screw is stopped in L-shaped groove (1). Slide front
portion of shelf over front wall screw

1

2

(2).

To Remove:

• Perform above steps in reverse order.

19

Food Storage Tips

Fresh Food Storage

• The fresh food compartment of a refrigerator should
be kept between 34° and 40° F (1° and 4° C) with an
optimum temperature of 37° F (3° C). To check the
temperature, place an appliance thermometer in a
glass of water and place in the center of the
refrigerator. Check after 24 hours. If the temperature
is above 40° F (4° C) adjust the controls as explained
on pages 11-14.

• Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves. This
reduces the circulation of air around the food and
results in uneven cooling.

Fruits and Vegetables

• The crisper drawers trap humidity to help preserve
the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods
see page 16.

• Sort fruits and vegetables
bruised or soft items first. Discard those showing
signs of decay.

• Always wrap odorous foods such as onions and
cabbage so the odor does not transfer to other foods.

before storage and use

Frozen Food Storage

• The freezer compartment of a refrigerator should be
kept at approximately 0° F (-17° C). To check the
temperature, place an appliance thermometer
between the frozen packages and check after 24
hours. If the temperature is above 0˚ F (-17° C),
adjust the control as described on pages 11-14.

• A freezer operates more efficiently when it is at least
two-thirds full.

Packaging Foods for Freezing

• To minimize dehydration and quality deterioration use
aluminum foil, freezer wrap, freezer bags or airtight
containers. Force as much air out of the packages as
possible and be sure they are tightly sealed. Trapped
air can cause the food to dry out, change color and
develop an off-flavor (freezer burn).

• Overwrap fresh meats and poultry with suitable
freezer wrap prior to freezing.

•

Do not refreeze meat that has completely thawed.

Loading the Freezer

• While vegetables need a certain amount of humidity
to remain fresh, too much humidity can shor
storage times (especially leafy vegetables). Drain

ables well

veget

• Wait to wash fresh produce until right before use.

before storing.

ten

Meat and Cheese

• Raw meat and poultry should be wrapped securely
so leakage and contamination of other foods or
surfaces does not occur.

asionally mold will develop on the sur

Occ

•
hard cheeses (Swiss, Cheddar, Parmesan). Cut off at
least an inch around and below the moldy area. Keep
your knife or instrument out of the mold itself.
not try to save individual cheese slices, soft cheese,

age chee

cott
mold appears.

se, cream, sour cream or yogurt when

face of

Do

Dairy Food

Most dairy foods such as milk, yogur

•
and cott
cartons for appropriate length of storage. Store these
foods in the original carton and refrigerate
immediately after purchasing and after each use.

age cheese have freshness dates on their

t, sour cream

• Avoid adding too much warm food to the freezer at
one time. This overloads the freezer, slows the rate of
freezing and can raise the temperature of frozen
foods.

• Leave space between the packages so cold air can
circulate freely, allowing food to freeze as quickly as
possible.

• Avoid storing hard-to-freeze foods such as ice cream
and orange juice on the freezer door shelves. These
foods are best stored in the freezer interior where the
temperature varies less with door openings.

Refer to the
approximate storage times.

Food Storage Chart on pages 21 and 22 for

20

Food Storage Tips

Food Storage Chart

Storage times are approximate and may vary depending on type of packaging, storage temperature, and the quality
of the food when purchased.

FOODS

DAIRY PRODUCTS

Butter
Milk and cream

Cream cheese, cheese
spread and cheese food

Cottage cheese

Sour cream

Hard chee
(Swiss, Cheddar and Parmesan)

EGGS

Eggs in the shell

se

REFRIGERATOR

1 month
1 week

1 to 2 weeks

3 to 5 days

10 days

1 to 2 months

3 weeks

FREEZER

6 to 9 months
Not recommended

Not recommended

Not recommended

Not recommended

4 to 6 months
May become
crumbly

Not recommended

STORAGE TIPS

Wrap tightly or cover.
Check carton date. Close tightly.

not

return unused portions to
original container.
cream unless whipped.

Wrap tightly.

Store in original carton.
Check car

Store in original carton.
Check carton date.

Wrap tightly.
Cut off any mold.

Refrigerate small ends down.

ton date.

Do not freeze

Do

Leftover yolks or whites

FRUITS

Apples

Bananas

Pears, plums, avocados

Berries, cherries, apricots

Grapes

Citrus fruit

Pineapples, cut

s

2 to 4 days

1 month

2 to 4 days

3 to 4 days

2 to 3 days

3 to 5 days

1 to 2 weeks

2 to 3 days

9 to 12 months

8 months (cooked)

6 months
(whole/peeled)

Not recommended

6 months

1 month (whole)

Not recommended

6 to 12 months

For each cup of yolks to be frozen,
add 1 tsp. sugar for use in sweet, or
1 tsp. salt for non-sweet dishes.

May also store unripe or hard apples
at 60° to 70° F (16° to 21° C).

Ripen at room temperature
refrigerating. Note: Bananas darken
when refrigerated.

Ripen at room temperature
refrigerating. Note: A
when refrigerated.

Ripen at room temperature
refrigerating.

Ripen at room temperature
refrigerating.

to 70° F (16° to

°

May also store at 6
21° C). If refrigerated, store uncovered.

Will not ripen after purchase.
Use quickly.

0

before

before

ados darken

voc

before

before

21

Food Storage Tips

FOODS

VEGETABLES

Asparagus

Brussels sprouts, broccoli,
cauliflower, green peas,
lima beans, onions, peppers

Cabbage, celery

Carrots, parsnips, beets and
turnips

Lettuce

POULTRY and FISH

Chicken and turkey, whole
Chicken and turkey
Fish

MEATS

, piece

REFRIGERATOR

1 to 2 days

3 to 5 days

1 to 2 weeks

7 to 10 days

7 to 10 days

1 to 2 days

s

1 to 2 days
1 to 2 days

FREEZER

8 to 10 months

8 to 10 months

Not recommended

8 to 10 months

Not recommended

12 months
9 months
2 to 6 months

STORAGE TIPS

Do not wash before refrigerating.

Store in crisper.
Wrap odorous foods.

Leave peas in pods.

Wrap odorous foods and refrigerate
in crisper.

Remove tops. Wrap odorous foods
and refrigerate in the crisper.

Keep in original packaging for
refrigeration. Place in the meat and
cheese drawer. When freezing longer
than two weeks, overwrap with
freezer wrap.

Bacon
Beef or lamb, ground

Beef or lamb, roast and steak

Ham, fully cooked, whole

half
slices

Luncheon meat

ork, roast

P
Pork, chops
Sausage, ground
Sausage, smoked
Veal

7 days
1 to 2 days

3 to 5 days

7 days
5 days
3 days
3 to 5 days

3 to 5 days
3 to 5 days
1 to 2 days
7 days
3 to 5 days

1 month
3 to 4 months

6 to 9 months

1 to 2 months
1 to 2 months
1 to 2 months
1 to 2 months

4 to 6 months
4 months
1 to 2 months
1 to 2 months
4 to 6 months

Fresh meats can be kept in original
packaging for refrigeration.

Place in the meat and cheese drawer.
When freezing longer than two
weeks, overwrap with freezer wrap.

Unopened, vacuum-packed luncheon
meat may be kept up to two weeks
in the meat and chee

se drawer

.

Frankfurters

Source
State University

s: United States Department of Agriculture; Food Marketing Institute; Cooperative Extension Service, Iowa

7 days

1 month

ssed meat

roce

P
wrapped and stored in the meat and
cheese drawer.

s should be tightly

22

Care and Cleaning

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator
power.

before cleaning. After cleaning, connect

Refrigerator Cleaning Chart

PART

Textured Doors
and Exterior

Cabinet Interior

Abrasive or harsh cleaners
Ammonia
Chlorine bleach
Concentrated detergents
or solvents
Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads

DO NOT USE

CAUTION

To avoid personal injury or property damage,
observe the following:

• Read and follow manufacturer’s directions for all
cleaning products.

•

Do not place buckets, shelves or accessories in
dishwasher. Cracking or warping of accessories
may result.

DO

Use 4 tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in
1 quart (1 liter) warm, soapy water.
Rinse surfaces with clean, warm water and dry
immediately to avoid water spots.

Stainless Steel Doors and
Exterior (select models)
IMPORTANT:

Damage to stainless steel
finish due to improper use
of cleaning products or
non-recommended products
is not covered under this
product’s warranty

Door Gaskets

Condenser Coil

Remove base grille to access.

Condenser Fan Outlet Grille

See back of refrigerator.

Accessories

Shelves, buckets,
drawers, etc.

.

Abrasive or harsh cleaners
Ammonia
Chlorine bleach
Concentrated detergents
or solvents

al or plastic-textured

Met
scouring pads
Vinegar-based products
Citrus-based cleaners

Abrasive or harsh cleaners

al or plastic-textured

Met
scouring pads

A dishwasher

Use warm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth
or sponge.
Rinse surfaces with clean, warm water and dry
immediately to avoid water spots.
To polish and help prevent fingerprints, follow
with St
2000000

Use warm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth
or sponge.

Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle.

Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle with brush
attachment.

Follow removal and installation instructions
from appropriate feature section.

Allow accessories to adjust to r
temper

soft, clean cloth or sponge for cleaning.
Use a plastic bristle brush to get into crevices.
Rinse surfaces with clean, warm water.
Dry glass and clear items immediately to avoid
spot

ainless Steel Magic Spray (par

8*).

e.

atur

s.

Dilute mild detergent and use a

t no.

oom

* To order, call 1-877-232-6771 U.S.A. or 1-800-688-8408 Canada.

23

Care and Cleaning

Removing Odors From
Refrigerator

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator
reconnect power.

1. Remove all food and turn the refrigerator OFF.

2. Disconnect power to the refrigerator.

3. Clean the walls, floor, ceiling of cabinet interior,
drawers, shelves and gaskets according to the
instructions on page 23.

4. Dilute mild detergent and brush solution into
crevices using a plastic bristle brush. Let stand for
five minutes. Rinse surfaces with warm water. Dry
surfaces with a soft, clean cloth.

5. Wash and dry all bottles, containers and jars.
Discard spoiled or expired items.

6. Wrap or store odor-causing foods in tightly sealed
containers to prevent recurring odors.

7. Reconnect power to refrigerator and return food to
refrigerator.

8. Allow the refrigerator to cool.

9. After 24 hours, check if odor has been eliminated.

If odor is still present:

before cleaning. After cleaning,

Energy Saving Tips

• Avoid overcrowding refrigerator shelves. This reduces
air circulation around food and causes refrigerator to
run longer.

• Avoid adding too much warm food to refrigerator at
one time. This overloads compartments and slows
rate of cooling.

•

Do not use aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper
toweling as shelf liners. This decreases air flow and
causes refrigerator to run less efficiently.

• A freezer that is two-thirds full runs most efficiently.

• Locate refrigerator in coolest part of room. Avoid
areas of direct sunlight, or near heating ducts,
registers or other heat producing appliances. If this is
not possible, isolate exterior by using a section of
cabinet.

• Clean door gaskets every three months according to
cleaning instructions. This will assure that door seals
properly and refrigerator runs efficiently.

• Take time to organize items in refrigerator to reduce
time that door is open.

• Be sure your doors are closing securely by leveling
refrigerator as instructed in your installation
instructions.

• Clean condenser coils as indicated in the cleaning
instructions every three months. This will increase
energy efficiency and cooling performance.

Remove drawers and place on top shelf of

1.
refrigerator.

ack refrigerator and freezer sections – including

P

2.
doors – with crumpled sheet
newspaper.

3. Place charcoal briquettes randomly on crumpled
newspaper in both freezer and refrigerator

s.

compar

4. Close doors and let stand 24 to 48 hours.

tment

s of black and white

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Care and Cleaning

Replacing Light Bulbs

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator
replacing light bulb, reconnect power.

To avoid personal injury or property damage,
observe the following:

• Allow light bulb to cool.

• Wear gloves when replacing light bulb.

Fresh Food Section

(style of light shield varies)

Slide clear light shield toward

1.
back of compar
release from light assembly.

before replacing light bulb. After

CAUTION

tment to

Freezer (style of light shield varies)

1. Reach behind the light
cover.

2. With firm pressure, press
forward on the notches at
the back of the cover and
pull down. The cover will
open from the back.

3. Remove the cover.

4. Remove light bulb.

5. Replace bulb with
appliance bulb
greater than 40 watts.

6. Insert front tabs of light
cover into slots in freezer
liner and snap rear
portion over light
assembly until rear tab
engages.

no

Remove light bulbs.

2.

3. Replace with appliance bulbs
no greater than 40 watts.

4. Replace light bulb cover by inserting tabs on light
shield into liner holes on each side of light
assembly. Slide shield toward front of refrigerator
until it locks into place.
locking point. Doing so may damage light shield.

Do not force shield beyond

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Care and Cleaning

Preparing for Vacation

CAUTION

If your refrigerator has a dispenser and there is any
possibility that the temperature can drop below
freezing where the refrigerator is located, the water
supply system (including the water tank and the
water valve) must be drained by a qualified servicer.

For short vacations or absences (three months or
less):

1. Remove all perishables.

2. If no one will be checking in on the refrigerator
during your absence, remove all frozen items also.

3. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

• Shut off the water supply to the ice maker at

least one day ahead of time.

• After the last load of ice drops, raise the wire

shut off arm to the

• Empty the ice bin.

4. If the room temperature will drop below 55° F
(12° C), follow the instructions for longer absence

OFF position.

Upon your return

After a short vacation or absence:

For models with automatic ice makers:

• Reconnect the water supply and turn on supply valve
(see pages 9-10).

• Monitor water connection for 24 hours and correct
leaks if necessary.

• Restart the ice maker.

• Discard at least the first three ice harvests.

After a long vacation or absence:

• If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker,
reconnect the water supply and turn on supply valve
(see pages 9-10).

• Plug the refrigerator back in and reset controls (see
pages 11-14).

• Monitor water connection for 24 hours and correct
leaks, if necessary.

• Restart the ice maker.

• Discard ice produced within the first 12 hours (at

s.

least the first three harvests).

For long vacations, absences (more than three
months) OR if the room temperature will drop
below 55° F (12° C):

Remove food.

1.

2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
Shut off the water supply to the ice maker at

•
least one day ahead of time.

• After the last load of ice drops, raise the wire
shut off arm to the

• Empty the ice bin.

urn the freezer control to

T

3.
(—) with touch controls (see pages 11-14).

4. Unplug the refrigerator.

5. Thoroughly clean the interior of both compartments
with a baking soda solution and a clean soft cloth
(four tablespoons of baking soda in one quart of
warm water).

Dry thoroughly.

6.

OFF position.

F

F

O

with dial controls or

Preparing to move

• Follow the above instructions for long
vacations/absences, through step 6.

• Secure all loose items such as shelves and drawers
by taping them securely in place to prevent damage.

• Tape the doors shut.

• Use an appliance dolly when moving the refrigerator.

AYS

W

AL

-

NEVER from its front.

Be sure the refrigerator st

•
during moving.

truck the refrigerator from it

ays in an upright position

s side or back

7. Leave the doors open to prevent the formation of
mold and mildew.

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Operating Sounds

J

G

A

F

C

I

E

K

D

H

B

Improvements in refrigeration design may produce sounds in your new refrigerator that are different or were not
present in an older model. These improvements were made to create a refrigerator that is better at preserving food,
is more energy efficient, and is quieter overall. Because new refrigerators run quieter, sounds may be detected that
were present in older refrigerators, but were masked by higher sound levels. Many of these sounds are normal.
Please note that the surfaces adjacent to a refrigerator, such as hard walls, floors and cabinetry may make these
sounds seem even louder. The following are some of the normal sounds that may be noticed in a new refrigerator.

SOUND

Clicking

Air rushing or
whirring

Gurgling or
boiling sound

Thumping

Vibrating noise

Buzzing

POSSIBLE CAUSE

• Freezer control (A) clicks when starting or

stopping compressor.

• Motorized device
clock and snaps in and out.

• Freezer fan
this noise while operating.

• Evaporator
refrigerant makes this noise when flowing.

• Ice cubes from ice maker (select models) drop
into ice bucket

• Compre
while running.

• Refrigerator is not level.

• Ice maker water valve (I) hookup (select
models) buzzes when ice maker fills with
water

ssor

.

(B) sounds like an electric

(C) and condenser fan (D) make

(E) and heat exchanger (F)

(G).

(H) makes a puls

ating sound

SOLUTION

• Normal operation

• Normal operation

• Normal operation

• Normal operation

• Normal operation

• Normal operation

• See page 3 for det
your refrigerator.

• Normal operation

ails on how to level

Humming

Hissing or
popping

• Ice maker
water connection.

• Compressor
while operating.

• Defrost heater
operational.

(J) is in the ‘on’ position without

(H) can make a high-pitched hum

(K) hisses, sizzles or pops when

• Stop sound by raising ice maker arm
to off position (see page 18).

• Normal operation

• Normal operation

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM
Freezer control and

lights are on, but
compressor is not
operating

Crisper drawer
temperature is too
warm

Refrigerator does
not operate

Refrigerator still
won’t operate

Food temperature
is too cold

Food temperature
is too warm

Refrigerator has
an odor

ater dr

W
form on outside

of refrigerator

oplets

POSSIBLE CAUSES

Refrigerator is in defrost mode.

Control settings are too low.

Refrigerator is not plugged in.
Control is not on.
Fuse is blown, or circuit breaker needs

to be reset.
Power outage has occurred.
Refrigerator is malfunctioning.

Condenser coils are dirty.
Refrigerator or freezer controls are set

too high.
Door is not closing properly.

Controls need to be adjusted.
Condenser coils are dirty.
Rear air grille is blocked.

Door has been opened frequently, or has
been opened for long periods of time.

Food has recently been added.

Compartment is dirty or has odor­causing food.

Check gasket
Humidity levels are high.
Controls require adjustment.

s for proper seal.

WHAT TO DO

Normal operation.
Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator restarts.

See pages 11-14 to adjust controls.

Plug in refrigerator.
See pages 11-14 to adjust your controls.
Replace any blown fuses.

Check circuit breaker and reset, if necessary.
Call local power company listing to report outage.
Unplug refrigerator and transfer food to another

refrigerator. If another refrigerator is not available,
place dry ice in freezer section to preserve food.

arranty does not cover food loss.

W
Contact service for assistance.

Clean according to the chart on page 23.
See pages 11-14 to adjust your controls.

Refrigerator is not level. See page 3 for details on how
to level your refrigerator.

Check gaskets for proper seal. Clean, if necessary,
according to the chart on page 23.

Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door
from closing properly (i.e. improperly closed drawers,
ice buckets, oversized or improperly stored
containers, etc.)

See pages 11-14 to adjust your controls.
Clean according to the chart on page 23.
Check the positioning of food items in refrigerator to

make sure grille is not blocked. Rear air grilles are
located under crisper drawers.

Reduce time door is open.
Organize food items efficiently to assure door is open
for as shor

Allow time for recently added food to reach
refrigerator or freezer temperature.

Clean according to instructions on page 23.

Clean according to the char
Normal during times of high humidity.
See pages 11-14 to adjust your controls.

t a time as possible.

t on page 23.

Cont.

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ROBLEM

P

Troubleshooting

POSSIBLE CAUSES

WHAT TO DO

Water droplets form
on inside of

refrigerator

Refrigerator or ice
maker makes
unfamiliar sounds
or seems too loud

Crisper drawers
do not close freely

Refrigerator runs
too frequently

Humidity levels are high or door has
been been opened frequently.

Check gaskets for proper seal.
Normal operation.

Contents of drawer, or positioning of
items in the surrounding compartment
could be obstructing drawer.

Drawer is not in proper position.
Refrigerator is not level.

Drawer channels are dirty or need
treatment.

Doors have been opened frequently or
for long periods of time.

Humidity or heat in surrounding area is
high.

Food has recently been added.

Refrigerator is exposed to heat by
environment or by appliances nearby.

Condenser coils are dirty.
Controls need to be adjusted.
Door is not closing properly.

Normal Operation

See pages 11-14 to adjust your controls.
Reduce time door is open.
Organize food items efficiently to assure door is open

or as short a time as possible.

f
Clean, if necessary, according to the chart on page 23.

Operating Sounds on page 27.

See

Reposition food items and containers to avoid
interference with the drawers.

See page 16 for proper drawer placement.
See page 3 for det

refrigerator.
Clean drawer channels with warm, soapy water.

Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to drawer

channels.
Reduce time door is open.

Organize food items efficiently to assure door is open
for as short a time as possible.

Allow interior environment to adjust for period the
door has been opened.

Normal operation.

Allow time for recently added food to reach
refrigerator or freezer temperature.

Evaluate your refrigerator’s environment. Refrigerator
may need to be moved to run more efficiently.

Clean, if necessary, according to the chart on page 23.
See pages 11-14 to adjust your controls.
Refrigerator is not level. See page 3 for details on how

to level your refrigerator.
Check gasket

Clean, if necessary, according to the chart on page 23.
Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door

from closing properly (i.e. improperly closed drawers,
ice buckets, oversized or improperly stored
containers, etc.)

Operating Sounds on page 2

See

ails on how to level your

s for proper seal.

7.

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