Maytag MBL2556KES User Manual

Bottom Freezer

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Table of Contents			Use & Care Guide
Important Safety			Food Storage Tips....................	20-22
Instructions ....................................	1-2
			Care and Cleaning...................	23-26
Installation ...................................	3-10		Operating Sounds	27
Temperature Controls..............	11-14
			Troubleshooting........................	28-30
Fresh Food Features .................	15-17
			Warranty & Service ........................	33
Freezer Features.......................	18-19		Guide d’utilisation et
			d’entretien........................................	34
			Guía de uso y cuidado ..................	70

Form No. A/01/06

Part No. 12828151

www.maytag.com

©2006 Maytag Appliances Sales Co.

Litho U.S.A.

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. Common 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.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words,

Labels

DANGER

DANGER – Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death.

WARNING

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

DANGER

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

Important: Child entrapment and suffocation are 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 responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a properly grounded threeprong wall receptacle. Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Do not use an adapter plug.

Power supply cord with three-prong grounded plug

Properly grounded type wall receptacle

CAUTION

CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or property damage.

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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.

8.Do not modify plug on power cord. If plug does not fit wall receptacle, have proper receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.

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

10.Do not remove warning tag from power cord.

11.Do not tamper with refrigerator controls.

12.Do not service or replace any part of refrigerator 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.

13.Always disconnect refrigerator from electrical supply before attempting any service. Disconnect 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 should not be operated in the presence of explosive fumes.

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

20.Clean up spills or water leakage associated with water installation.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Installation

Your refrigerator was packed carefully for shipment. Remove and discard shelf packaging and tape. Do not 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. Allow 1⁄2” space at top and 1⁄2” space behind the machine 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 Leveling.

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.

Transporting Your Refrigerator

•NEVER transport refrigerator on its side. If an upright position is not possible, lay refrigerator on its back. Allow refrigerator to sit upright for approximately 30 minutes before plugging it in to assure oil returns to the compressor. Plugging the refrigerator in immediately may cause damage to internal parts.

•Use an appliance dolly when moving refrigerator. ALWAYS truck refrigerator from its side or back–NEVER from its front.

•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. Thread straps through handles when possible. Do not over-tighten. Over-tightening restraints may dent or damage outside finish.

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 (A).

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 (A) on each side to raise or lower the front of the refrigerator (see illustration below).

A B B A

C C

3.Using the hex head driver, turn each of these adjustment screws (B) to raise or lower the rear of the refrigerator.

4.Using a carpenter’s level, make sure front of refrigerator is 1⁄4” (6 mm) or 1⁄2 bubble higher than back of refrigerator and that the refrigerator is level from side to side.

5.Turn stabilizing legs (C) clockwise until firmly against floor.

6.Turn adjustment screws (A) counterclockwise to allow the full weight of the refrigerator to rest on the stabilizing legs.

7.Replace the toe grille.

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

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

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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 cardboard, rugs or other protective material.

Materials Needed:

•Phillips screwdriver

•5⁄16” hex head driver

•3⁄8” hex head driver

1.Unplug power cord from power source.

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.

4. Unscrew 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.

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

retain all screws for later use.

8. Remove bottom hinge or stabilizing bracket with 3⁄8” hex head driver and retain 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.

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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 before removing doors. After replacing doors, connect power.

CAUTION

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

Materials Needed:

• 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. To release each cradle, 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.

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.

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 slides. Align basket cradle snaps with the slots on 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 cradles.

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Installation

Reinstallation of the Doors

Materials Needed:

•Phillips screwdriver

•5⁄16” hex head driver

1.Install hinge assemblies:

•Install top hinge loosely with 5⁄16” hex head screws.

•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

outside edge of cabinet, and insert 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 5⁄16” hex head driver.

•Replace plastic sleeve.

•Replace any applicable door shims.

•Make sure the hinge pin is installed tightly.

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

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

with 5⁄16” hex head driver and replace hinge cover.

Door Reversal

In some installations, reversing the door swing allows for more convenient access to stored items. Both doors can be reversed on freezer door models and the fresh food door is reversible on freezer drawer models.

Materials Needed:

• Flat screwdriver

•Phillips screwdriver

•5⁄16” hex head driver

• 3⁄8” hex head driver

1. Remove door(s) (see page 4).

2. Transfer cabinet plugs and cabinet screws to opposite side of cabinet.

•Remove cabinet plugs with flat

blade of screwdriver tip wrapped in masking tape.

•Remove center mullion screws with 5⁄16” 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 compartment or attached to the back of your refrigerator.

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 1⁄4” hex head screws from 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.

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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.

•Retain trim for later replacement.

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 holes in the door panel.

3.Insert the screws in the sequence as shown.

	Upper	2
	Handle

	1	4
		Lower
3
		Handle

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

To Remove:

Reverse installation 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:	Handle	Door Stud
	1. Align door handle
		Clip	Handle
	clips to the studs		Base
	attached to the
	freezer door.

2. Ensure the large 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 left, lift and remove from the surface.

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Installation

Metal Handle

Materials Needed:

•3⁄32” Allen wrench

•Gloves to protect hands

Note: Metal handles can scratch doors.

To Remove:

•Loosen set screws in handle using 3⁄32” Allen 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.

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Installation

Connecting the Water Supply

(select models)

WARNING

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

•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 before installing ice maker.

•Water damage due to an improper water connection may cause mold/mildew growth. Clean up spills or leakage immediately.

CAUTION

To avoid property damage or possible injury, follow basic precautions, including the following:

•Consult a plumber to connect 1⁄4” O.D. copper 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 3⁄16” saddle valve. 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 nuts with pliers and wrenches. Do not over-tighten.

•Wait 2-3 hours before placing refrigerator into final 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. Do not reuse an old sleeve.

Materials Needed:

•1⁄4” outer diameter flexible copper tubing

•Shut-off valve (requires a 1⁄4” hole to be drilled into

water supply line before valve attachment)

•Adjustable wrench (2)

•1⁄4” hex nut driver

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

2.Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port.

3.Place brass nut (A) and sleeve (B)

	on copper tube end as illustrated.
	Reminder: Do not use an old
	sleeve. The nut and sleeve are	B
	provided in the Use and Care
		A
	packet.
	4. Place end of copper tubing into
	water valve inlet port. Shape	B
	tubing slightly. Do not kink – so
	that tubing feeds straight into inlet	A
	port.

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Installation

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

	Place adjustable wrench on nut
	(1) attached to plastic waterline	1
	and maintain position.
		2

Using second adjustable wrench turn the lower nut (2) 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 (C)
	and turn on water supply.
	Check for leaks and correct
	if necessary. Continue to
	observe the water supply
	connection for two to three	C
	hours prior to moving the
	refrigerator to its permanent
	location.

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

Alternate connection (select models)

Materials Needed:

•1⁄4” outer diameter flexible copper tubing

•Shut-off valve (requires a 1⁄4” hole to be drilled into

water supply line before valve attachment)

•Adjustable wrench

•1⁄4” hex nut driver

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

2. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port.

	3. Place brass nut (A) and sleeve (B)
	on copper tube end as illustrated.
	Reminder: Do not use old sleeve.
	The nut and the sleeve are
	provided in the use and care	A
	packet.		B

4. Place end of copper

tubing into water valve inlet port. Shape tubing slightly. Do not kink –

so that tubing feeds straight into inlet port.

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

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 (C) and turn on water supply. Check for leaks and correct if necessary. Continue to observe the water supply connection for two to three hours prior to moving the refrigerator

to its permanent location. C

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

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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

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 compartments is 1 through 7 (coldest).

•Set the Freezer control on 4.

•Set the Refrigerator control on 4.

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

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 start the refrigerator, during hot weather and after excessive or lengthy door openings.

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, do not change 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 Turn the Refrigerator control to next higher number.

Refrigerator too cold Turn the Refrigerator control to next lower number.

Freezer too warm Turn the Freezer control to next higher number.

Freezer too cold Turn the Freezer control to next lower number.

Turn refrigerator OFF 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.

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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 4.

•Set the Refrigerator control on 4.

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

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 start the refrigerator, during hot weather and after excessive or lengthy door openings.

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, do not change either control more than one number at a time.

•Allow 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize.

Temperature Control Guide

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

Refrigerator too cold Set the Refrigerator control to next lower number by pressing thepad.

Freezer too warm	Set the Freezer control to
	next	higher number by
	pressing the			pad.
Freezer too cold	Set the Freezer control to
	next lower
			number by
	pressing the			pad.

Turn refrigerator OFF Press the Refrigerator or

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

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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.

Speed Ice

When activated, Speed Ice reduces the freezer temperature to the optimum setting for 24 hours in order to produce more ice. Important: When the 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 Vacation Mode pad again OR open either door. The indicator light will go off.

Adjusting the Control

24 hours after adding food, you may decide that one or both compartments should be colder or warmer. If so, 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.

Temperature Control Guide

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

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

	Freezer too cold	Set the Freezer control to
		next higher number by
		pressing the					pad.
	Freezer too warm	Set the Freezer control to
		next lower number by
		pressing the					pad.
	Turn refrigerator OFF	Press the Freezer					pad
		until OFF appears in the
		display. Press either the
		Freezer or Refrigerator
13				pad to turn back on.

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 fresh food temperatures exceed normal operating temperatures due to a power outage or

other event. When activated, the Temp Alarm light will illuminate.

If the freezer or fresh food temperatures have exceeded these limits, the display will alternately show the current compartment temperatures and the highest compartment temperatures reached when the power was out. An audible alarm will sound repeatedly.

Press the Temp Alarm pad once to stop the audible alarm. The Temp Alarm light will continue to flash and the temperatures will alternate until the temperatures have stabilized.

To turn off Temp Alarm, press and hold the Temp Alarm pad for three seconds. The indicator light will go off.

Door Alarm

The Door Alarm will alert you when one of the

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.

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 Max Cool pad. Max Cool will deactivate automatically after 12 hours, OR press the Max Cool pad to deactivate the feature.

User Preferences

Access the User Preferences menu to:

•Activate or turn off Super Cool (select models)

•Change the temperature display from °F to °C

•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

To access the User Preferences menu, press and hold the Door Alarm pad for three seconds. When in the 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.

1.Use the Freezer up and down control to scroll 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 Door Alarm pad for three seconds OR close the refrigerator door.

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 OFF.

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 darkest light level setting, setting 9 is the lightest light level setting. Important: The Auto Light (select models) must be activated on the ice and water dispenser control to take advantage of this option.

Sabbath Mode (SAB)

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.

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 the refrigerator is first started, during hot weather and after excessive or lengthy door openings.

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Fresh Food Features

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 before placing items on 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 EasyGlideTM slide out 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 Remove a Shelf:

• 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.

•Insert the hooks into the desired frame openings and let the shelf settle into place.

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

Elevator™ 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 its contents. To adjust an Elevator™ Shelf, pull out the knob on the crank handle. Rotate the crank clockwise to raise the height of the shelf, and 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.

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. When shelf 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 rotate the assembly 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 compartment.

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.

Latches

(style may vary)

Slide Out

EasyGlideTM Shelf

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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.

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:

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:

• Reverse above procedure.

•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.

Door Buckets

	Door Buckets can be moved to meet	To Remove:
	storage needs.	• Pull drawer out to full extension. Tilt up front of
	To Remove:
		drawer and pull straight out.
	• Slide bucket up and pull straight	To Install:
	out.	• Insert drawer into frame rails and push back into
	To Install:
		place.
	• Slide bucket in and down until firmly seated in the	Note: For best results, keep the crisper drawers
	door liner.
		tightly closed.

Full-Width Door Shelf

Full-Width Door Shelf removes for easy cleaning.

To Remove:

• Slide shelf up and pull straight out.

To Install:

• Reverse above procedure.

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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 cheese or to provide a normal refrigerator temperature. Set the drawer on the meats or setting when a temperature colder than the main refrigerator compartment is desired. Use the coldest setting when storing meats.

Notes:

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

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

To Remove:

•Lift lid (select models). Pull drawer out to full extension. Tilt up front of pantry and pull straight out.

To Install:

•Push metal glide rails to the back of the refrigerator (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:

•Pull drawer completely out and raise the front of the 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.

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 Trivet/Can Rack accessory fits in the Wide-N- Fresh™ deli drawer or on a shelf.

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

Wine Rack (select models)

The Wine Rack provides a place for horizontally storing wine. The rack can also hold an egg carton.

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

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.

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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. Proper water flow and a level refrigerator are essential for optimal ice maker performance.

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. You will have a complete 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 cubes to be joined together at the ends. They can easily be broken apart. The ice maker will continue to make ice until the supply of ice cubes raises the sensor arm, shutting the ice maker off.

•Certain sounds may accompany the various cycles of 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” occasionally.

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

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 should not be placed in the 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.

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 injury. It will also prevent interference with moving parts of the ejector mechanism and the heating element that releases the cubes.

•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 local waters, household 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, discard the ice cubes and contact your dealer to purchase and install a 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.

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Freezer Features

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 Remove:

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

To Install:

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

Freezer Door Shelf (select models)

The Freezer Door Shelf provides convenient storage for frozen food items in freezer door.

To Remove:

•Lift shelf from side liner tabs and pull out.

To Install:

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

Models with pullout freezer drawer:

DANGER

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

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.

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:	1
• Slide L-shaped groove of shelf			2

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 (2).

To Remove:

• Perform above steps in reverse order.

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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 before storage and use 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.

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

•Wait to wash fresh produce until right before use.

Meat and Cheese

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

•Occasionally mold will develop on the surface of 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. Do not try to save individual cheese slices, soft cheese, cottage cheese, cream, sour cream or yogurt when mold appears.

Dairy Food

•Most dairy foods such as milk, yogurt, sour cream and cottage cheese have freshness dates on their cartons for appropriate length of storage. Store these foods in the original carton and refrigerate immediately after purchasing and after each 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

•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 Food Storage Chart on pages 21 and 22 for approximate storage times.

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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	REFRIGERATOR	FREEZER	STORAGE TIPS
DAIRY PRODUCTS
Butter	1 month	6 to 9 months	Wrap tightly or cover.
Milk and cream	1 week	Not recommended	Check carton date. Close tightly. Do
			not return unused portions to
			original container. Do not freeze
			cream unless whipped.
Cream cheese, cheese	1 to 2 weeks	Not recommended	Wrap tightly.
spread and cheese food
Cottage cheese	3 to 5 days	Not recommended	Store in original carton.
			Check carton date.
Sour cream	10 days	Not recommended	Store in original carton.
			Check carton date.
Hard cheese	1 to 2 months	4 to 6 months	Wrap tightly.
(Swiss, Cheddar and Parmesan)		May become	Cut off any mold.
		crumbly
EGGS
Eggs in the shell	3 weeks	Not recommended	Refrigerate small ends down.
Leftover yolks or whites	2 to 4 days	9 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.
FRUITS
Apples	1 month	8 months (cooked)	May also store unripe or hard apples
			at 60° to 70° F (16° to 21° C).
Bananas	2 to 4 days	6 months	Ripen at room temperature before
		(whole/peeled)	refrigerating. Note: Bananas darken
			when refrigerated.
Pears, plums, avocados	3 to 4 days	Not recommended	Ripen at room temperature before
			refrigerating. Note: Avocados darken
			when refrigerated.
Berries, cherries, apricots	2 to 3 days	6 months	Ripen at room temperature before
			refrigerating.
Grapes	3 to 5 days	1 month (whole)	Ripen at room temperature before
			refrigerating.
Citrus fruits	1 to 2 weeks	Not recommended	May also store at 60° to 70° F (16° to
			21° C). If refrigerated, store uncovered.
Pineapples, cut	2 to 3 days	6 to 12 months	Will not ripen after purchase.
			Use quickly.

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Food Storage Tips

	FOODS	REFRIGERATOR	FREEZER	STORAGE TIPS
	VEGETABLES
	Asparagus	1 to 2 days	8 to 10 months	Do not wash before refrigerating.
				Store in crisper.
	Brussels sprouts, broccoli,	3 to 5 days	8 to 10 months	Wrap odorous foods.
	cauliflower, green peas,			Leave peas in pods.
	lima beans, onions, peppers
	Cabbage, celery	1 to 2 weeks	Not recommended	Wrap odorous foods and refrigerate
				in crisper.
	Carrots, parsnips, beets and	7 to 10 days	8 to 10 months	Remove tops. Wrap odorous foods
	turnips			and refrigerate in the crisper.
	Lettuce	7 to 10 days	Not recommended
	POULTRY and FISH
	Chicken and turkey, whole	1 to 2 days	12 months	Keep in original packaging for
				refrigeration. Place in the meat and
	Chicken and turkey, pieces	1 to 2 days	9 months
				cheese drawer. When freezing longer
	Fish	1 to 2 days	2 to 6 months
				than two weeks, overwrap with
				freezer wrap.
	MEATS
	Bacon	7 days	1 month
	Beef or lamb, ground	1 to 2 days	3 to 4 months	Fresh meats can be kept in original
				packaging for refrigeration.
	Beef or lamb, roast and steak	3 to 5 days	6 to 9 months	Place in the meat and cheese drawer.
				When freezing longer than two
				weeks, overwrap with freezer wrap.
	Ham, fully cooked, whole	7 days	1 to 2 months
	half	5 days	1 to 2 months
	slices	3 days	1 to 2 months
	Luncheon meat	3 to 5 days	1 to 2 months	Unopened, vacuum-packed luncheon
				meat may be kept up to two weeks
				in the meat and cheese drawer.
	Pork, roast	3 to 5 days	4 to 6 months
	Pork, chops	3 to 5 days	4 months
	Sausage, ground	1 to 2 days	1 to 2 months
	Sausage, smoked	7 days	1 to 2 months
	Veal	3 to 5 days	4 to 6 months
	Frankfurters	7 days	1 month	Processed meats should be tightly
				wrapped and stored in the meat and
				cheese drawer.

Sources: United States Department of Agriculture; Food Marketing Institute; Cooperative Extension Service, Iowa State University

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Care and Cleaning

WARNING

CAUTION

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

Refrigerator Cleaning Chart

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.

PART	DO NOT USE		DO
Textured Doors	Abrasive or harsh cleaners		Use 4 tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in
and Exterior	Ammonia		1 quart (1 liter) warm, soapy water.
	Chlorine bleach		Rinse surfaces with clean, warm water and dry
Cabinet Interior
	Concentrated detergents		immediately to avoid water spots.
	or solvents
	Metal or plastic-textured
	scouring pads
Stainless Steel Doors and	Abrasive or harsh cleaners		Use warm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth
Exterior (select models)	Ammonia		or sponge.
IMPORTANT:	Chlorine bleach		Rinse surfaces with clean, warm water and dry
Damage to stainless steel	Concentrated detergents		immediately to avoid water spots.
finish due to improper use	or solvents		To polish and help prevent fingerprints, follow
of cleaning products or	Metal or plastic-textured		with Stainless Steel Magic Spray (part no.
non-recommended products	scouring pads		20000008*).
is not covered under this	Vinegar-based products
product’s warranty.	Citrus-based cleaners
Door Gaskets	Abrasive or harsh cleaners		Use warm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth
	Metal or plastic-textured		or sponge.
	scouring pads
Condenser Coil			Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle.
Remove base grille to access.
Condenser Fan Outlet Grille			Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle with brush
See back of refrigerator.			attachment.
Accessories	A dishwasher		Follow removal and installation instructions
Shelves, buckets,			from appropriate feature section.
drawers, etc.			Allow accessories to adjust to room
			temperature. Dilute mild detergent and use a
			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
			spots.
* To order, call 1-877-232-6771 U.S.A. or 1-800-688-8408 Canada.

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Care and Cleaning

Removing Odors From

Refrigerator

WARNING

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

1.Remove drawers and place on top shelf of refrigerator.

2.Pack refrigerator and freezer sections – including doors – with crumpled sheets of black and white newspaper.

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

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

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.

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	replacingCare and Cleaning	pull down. The cover will
	Replacing Light Bulbs	Freezer (style of light shield varies)
	WARNING	1. Reach behind the light
	To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe	cover.
		2. With firm pressure, press
	personal injury or death, disconnect power to
		forward on the notches at
	refrigerator before replacing light bulb. After
		the back of the cover and
	light bulb, reconnect power.
	CAUTION	open from the back.
		3. Remove the cover.
	To avoid personal injury or property damage,
	observe the following:	4. Remove light bulb.
	• Allow light bulb to cool.	5. Replace bulb with
	• Wear gloves when replacing light bulb.	appliance bulb no
		greater than 40 watts.
	Fresh Food Section	6. Insert front tabs of light
		cover into slots in freezer
	(style of light shield varies)
		liner and snap rear
	1. Slide clear light shield toward	portion over light
		assembly until rear tab
	back of compartment to
		engages.
	release from light assembly.
	2. Remove light bulbs.

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. Do not force shield beyond locking point. Doing so may damage light shield.

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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 OFF position.

•Empty the ice bin.

4.If the room temperature will drop below 55° F

(12° C), follow the instructions for longer absences.

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

1.Remove food.

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 OFF position.

•Empty the ice bin.

3.Turn the freezer control to OFF with dial controls or

(—) 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).

6.Dry thoroughly.

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

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 least the first three harvests).

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. ALWAYS truck the refrigerator from its side or back - NEVER from its front.

•Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving.

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Operating Sounds

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	POSSIBLE CAUSE		SOLUTION
Clicking	• Freezer control (A) clicks when starting or	• Normal operation
	stopping compressor.
	• Motorized device (B) sounds like an electric	• Normal operation
	clock and snaps in and out.
Air rushing or	• Freezer fan (C) and condenser fan (D) make	• Normal operation
whirring	this noise while operating.
Gurgling or	• Evaporator (E) and heat exchanger (F)	• Normal operation
boiling sound	refrigerant makes this noise when flowing.
Thumping	• Ice cubes from ice maker (select models) drop	• Normal operation
	into ice bucket (G).
Vibrating noise	• Compressor (H) makes a pulsating sound	• Normal operation
	while running.
	• Refrigerator is not level.	• See page 3 for details on how to level
		your refrigerator.
Buzzing	• Ice maker water valve (I) hookup (select	• Normal operation
	models) buzzes when ice maker fills with
	water.
Humming	• Ice maker (J) is in the ‘on’ position without	• Stop sound by raising ice maker arm
	water connection.	to off position (see page 18).
	• Compressor (H) can make a high-pitched hum	• Normal operation
	while operating.
Hissing or	• Defrost heater (K) hisses, sizzles or pops when	• Normal operation
popping	operational.		B

C E

I

G J

A

H D K

F

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	warm	Troubleshooting			WHAT TO DO
	PROBLEM		POSSIBLE CAUSES
	Freezer control and		Refrigerator is in defrost mode.		Normal operation.
	lights are on, but				Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator restarts.
	compressor is not
	operating
	Crisper drawer		Control settings are too low.		See pages 11-14 to adjust controls.
	temperature is too
	Refrigerator does		Refrigerator is not plugged in.		Plug in refrigerator.
	not operate
			Control is not on.		See pages 11-14 to adjust your controls.
			Fuse is blown, or circuit breaker needs		Replace any blown fuses.
			to be reset.		Check circuit breaker and reset, if necessary.
			Power outage has occurred.		Call local power company listing to report outage.
	Refrigerator still		Refrigerator is malfunctioning.		Unplug refrigerator and transfer food to another
	won’t operate				refrigerator. If another refrigerator is not available,
					place dry ice in freezer section to preserve food.
					Warranty does not cover food loss.
					Contact service for assistance.
	Food temperature		Condenser coils are dirty.		Clean according to the chart on page 23.
	is too cold
			Refrigerator or freezer controls are set		See pages 11-14 to adjust your controls.
			too high.
	Food temperature		Door is not closing properly.		Refrigerator is not level. See page 3 for details on how
	is too warm				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.)
			Controls need to be adjusted.		See pages 11-14 to adjust your controls.
			Condenser coils are dirty.		Clean according to the chart on page 23.
			Rear air grille is blocked.		Check the positioning of food items in refrigerator to
					make sure grille is not blocked. Rear air grilles are
					located under crisper drawers.
			Door has been opened frequently, or has		Reduce time door is open.
			been opened for long periods of time.		Organize food items efficiently to assure door is open
					for as short a time as possible.
			Food has recently been added.		Allow time for recently added food to reach
					refrigerator or freezer temperature.
	Refrigerator has		Compartment is dirty or has odor-		Clean according to instructions on page 23.
	an odor		causing food.
	Water droplets		Check gaskets for proper seal.		Clean according to the chart on page 23.
	form on outside		Humidity levels are high.		Normal during times of high humidity.
	of refrigerator
			Controls require adjustment.		See pages 11-14 to adjust your controls.

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Troubleshooting

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSES	WHAT TO DO
Water droplets form	Humidity levels are high or door has	See pages 11-14 to adjust your controls.
on inside of	been been opened frequently.	Reduce time door is open.
refrigerator		Organize food items efficiently to assure door is open
		for as short a time as possible.
	Check gaskets for proper seal.	Clean, if necessary, according to the chart on page 23.
Refrigerator or ice	Normal operation.	See Operating Sounds on page 27.
maker makes
unfamiliar sounds
or seems too loud
Crisper drawers	Contents of drawer, or positioning of	Reposition food items and containers to avoid
do not close freely	items in the surrounding compartment	interference with the drawers.
	could be obstructing drawer.
	Drawer is not in proper position.	See page 16 for proper drawer placement.
	Refrigerator is not level.	See page 3 for details on how to level your
		refrigerator.
	Drawer channels are dirty or need	Clean drawer channels with warm, soapy water.
	treatment.	Rinse and dry thoroughly.
		Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to drawer
		channels.
Refrigerator runs	Doors have been opened frequently or	Reduce time door is open.
too frequently	for long periods of time.	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.
	Humidity or heat in surrounding area is	Normal operation.
	high.
	Food has recently been added.	Allow time for recently added food to reach
		refrigerator or freezer temperature.
	Refrigerator is exposed to heat by	Evaluate your refrigerator’s environment. Refrigerator
	environment or by appliances nearby.	may need to be moved to run more efficiently.
	Condenser coils are dirty.	Clean, if necessary, according to the chart on page 23.
	Controls need to be adjusted.	See pages 11-14 to adjust your controls.
	Door is not closing properly.	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.)
	Normal Operation	See Operating Sounds on page 27.

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