Maytag MRT118FFFE Manual

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REFRIGERATOR

USER INSTRUCTIONS

W10852159A

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Table of Contents/Table des matières

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY..................................................................... 2

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

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................... 3

Unpack the Refrigerator...................................................................... 3

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

Electrical Requirements...................................................................... 4

Water Supply Requirements............................................................... 4

Connect the Water Supply.................................................................. 5

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

Reversibility Kit Instructions.............................................................. 10

Adjust the Doors ............................................................................... 10

REFRIGERATOR USE ......................................................................... 11

Using the Controls ............................................................................ 11

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES .............................................................12

Refrigerator Shelves.......................................................................... 12

Deli Drawer........................................................................................12

Crisper...............................................................................................12

FREEZER FEATURES .........................................................................13

Freezer Shelf ..................................................................................... 13

DOOR FEATURES ............................................................................... 13

Door Rails.......................................................................................... 13

Door Bins........................................................................................... 13

Utility Compartment..........................................................................13

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

REFRIGERATOR CARE....................................................................... 14

Cleaning ............................................................................................ 14

Changing the Light Bulb ...................................................................15

Vacation and Moving Care ...............................................................15

TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................... 16

Refrigerator Operation ...................................................................... 16

Temperature and Moisture ............................................................... 17

Ice and Water....................................................................................17

ACCESSORIES .................................................................................... 17

WARRANTY..........................................................................................18

BRAND BADGE PLACEMENT TEMPLATE.................. BACK COVER

SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ..................................................... 19

Mise au rebut appropriée de votre vieux réfrigérateur..................... 20

INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ................................................... 20

Déballage du réfrigérateur ................................................................ 20

Exigences d’emplacement ............................................................... 21

Spécifications électriques................................................................. 21

Spécifications de l’alimentation en eau............................................ 22

Raccordement de la canalisation d’eau........................................... 22

Portes du réfrigérateur...................................................................... 23 Instructions pour l’ensemble d’inversion

du sens d’ouverture.......................................................................... 28

Ajustement des portes...................................................................... 28

UTILISATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR................................................. 29

Utilisation des commandes .............................................................. 29

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR .................................. 30

Tablettes du réfrigérateur ................................................................. 30

Tiroir pour spécialités alimentaires................................................... 30

Bac à légumes .................................................................................. 30

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DU CONGÉLATEUR...................................... 31

Tablette du congélateur.................................................................... 31

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DE LA PORTE................................................ 31

Tringles de porte............................................................................... 31

Balconnets de porte ......................................................................... 32

Compartiment utilitaire ..................................................................... 32

Machine à glaçons............................................................................ 32

ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ................................................... 33

Nettoyage.......................................................................................... 33

Remplacement des ampoules d’éclairage....................................... 33

Entretien avant les vacances ou lors d’un déménagement............. 34

DÉPANNAGE........................................................................................ 35

Fonctionnement du réfrigérateur...................................................... 35

Température et humidité .................................................................. 36

Glaçons et eau.................................................................................. 36

ACCESSOIRES .................................................................................... 37

GARANTIE............................................................................................ 37 GABARIT DE POSITIONNEMENT

DE L’INSIGNE DE LA MARQUE...................COUVERTURE ARRIÈRE

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

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

You

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

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

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”

These words mean:

follow instructions.

instructions.

DANGER

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

■

Do not remove ground prong.

■

Do not use an adapter.

■

Do not use an extension cord.

■

Disconnect power before servicing.

■

Replace all parts and panels before operating.

■

Remove doors from your old refrigerator.

■

Connect to a potable water supply only.

■

Use nonflammable cleaner.

■

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

■

Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

■

Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker kit ready models only).

■

Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on some models).

■

Do not hit the refrigerator glass doors (on some models).

■

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

■

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings: WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator

WARNING

Suffocation Hazard Remove doors from your old refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

Important information to know about disposal of refrigerants:

Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed, EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with established procedures.

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

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

When Moving Your Refrigerator:

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or “walk” the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.

Important information to know about glass shelves and covers:

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid dropping.

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

Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:

■ Take o ff th e doo rs. ■ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily

climb inside.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpack the Refrigerator

Remove the Packaging

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the white foam air return insert from

behind the control panel on the ceiling of the refrigerator. If the insert is removed, ice may migrate down from the freezer and cause icicles to form.

■ Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning

on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Rinse with warm water and dry with a soft cloth.

■ Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable

fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see “Refrigerator Safety.”

Clean Before Using

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

Location Requirements

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

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

2" (1.25 cm)

2" (5.08 cm)

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

WARNING

IMPORTANT: This refrigerator is designed for indoor household use only.

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for ½" (1.25 cm) of space on each side and at the top. Allow for 1" (2.54 cm) of space behind the refrigerator. If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line connections. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave a 2" (5.08 cm) minimum space on the hinge side (some models require more) to allow the door to swing open.

NOTE: This refrigerator is intended for use in a location where the temperature ranges from a minimum of 55°F (13°C) to a maximum of 110°F (43°C). The preferred room temperature range for optimum performance, which reduces electricity usage and provides superior cooling, is between 60°F (15°C) and 90°F (32°C). It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near a heat source, such as an oven or radiator.

Electrical Requirements

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

Recommended Grounding Method

A 115-volt, 60 Hz, AC-only, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension cord.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation or cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn cooling off or turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to OFF, and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and turn cooling on or reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to the desired setting. See “Using the Controls” in the User Instructions, User Guide, or Use & Care Guide.

Water Supply Requirements

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

Tools Needed:

■ Flat-blade screwdriver ■ ⁷⁄₁₆" and ¹⁄₂" open-end or two

adjustable wrenches

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) saddle-type shut-off valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or ³⁄₁₆" (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

IMPORTANT:

■ All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements. ■ Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing

only in areas where the household temperatures will remain above freezing.

■ ¹⁄₄" nut driver ■ ¹⁄₄" drill bit ■ Cordless drill

Water Pressure

A B

DEF

D E

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

WARNING

A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply

IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out of

a reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa).

If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa).

If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):

■ Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse

osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.

■ Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill

after heavy usage.

If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Connect the Water Supply

Read all directions before you begin. IMPORTANT: If you turn ON the refrigerator before the water line

is connected, turn OFF the ice maker.

7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the

copper tubing, as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.

8. Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink and turn

on the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is clear. Turn off the shut-off valve on the water pipe. Coil the copper tubing.

Connect to Refrigerator

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Attach the copper tubing to the valve inlet using a

compression nut and sleeve, as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten.

3. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure

the tubing to the refrigerator, as shown. This will help avoid damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back against the wall.

4. Turn shut-off valve on.

5. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including

connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

Connect to Water Line

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Turn off main water supply. Turn on nearest faucet long

enough to clear line of water.

3. Locate a ½" to 1¹⁄₄" (1.25 cm to 3.18 cm) vertical cold water

pipe near the refrigerator.

IMPORTANT:

■ Make sure it is a cold water pipe. ■ Horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the

pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill and normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

4. Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure

from the connection on the lower left rear of refrigerator to the water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

5. Using a cordless drill, drill a ¹⁄₄" hole in the cold water pipe you

have selected.

A. Cold water pipe

B. Pipe clamp C. Copper tubing D. Compression nut

6. Fasten the shut-off valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe

clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄" drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws slowly and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.

E. Compression sleeve F. Shut-off valve

G. Packing nut

A. Tube clamp B. Tube clamp screw C. Copper tubing

D. Compression nut

E. Valve inlet

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

water conditions require a second water strainer, install it in the ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.

Complete the Installation

1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard

the first three batches of ice produced. Allow 3 days to completely fill ice container.

Refrigerator Doors

Door Hinge

Hole Plug

Cabinet Hinge

Hole Plug

Dome Cap

Washer

Setscrew

Shoulder

Screw

Shoulder

Screw Washer

Door Stop

Screw

Flat-Head

Handle

Screw

Door Handle

Hole Plug

Depending on the width of your doorway, you may need to remove the doors to move the refrigerator into your home. Also, the door hinges are factory installed on the right-hand side. If you want the door to open from the other direction, you must reverse the door swing.

IMPORTANT:

■ Before you begin, turn off the refrigerator control, unplug

refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors.

■ Depending on your model, your refrigerator has either

Style 1–Contour Doors or Style 2–Standard Doors. Reference the graphic specific to your model later in this section following “Final Steps.”

NOTE: A Reversibility Kit, which includes a new Brand Badge and hole covers, is available.

Tools Needed: ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head socket wrench, #2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-blade screwdriver, ⁵⁄₁₆" open-end wrench, flat 2" putty knife.

6. Remove the washer from the bottom of the center hinge pin.

7. Lift the refrigerator door from the bottom hinge and set aside.

8. Using a hex-head socket wrench, remove the four ⁵⁄₁₆"

hex-head hinge screws from the bottom hinge and pull the hinge from the bottom of the refrigerator door.

Remove Doors and Hinges

⁵⁄₁₆

" Hex-Head Hinge Screw

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Using a hex-head socket wrench, remove the three ⁵⁄₁₆"

hex-head hinge screws from the top hinge and lift up to remove the hinge. See Top Hinge graphic.

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

3. Lift the freezer door off of the center hinge and set it aside.

4. Remove the washer from the top of the center hinge pin.

Reverse Doors and Hinges (optional)

IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your doors so that they

open in the opposite direction, follow these steps. If you are not reversing the doors, see “Replace Doors and Hinges.”

See complete graphics later in these instructions.

Reverse Center Hinge

1. Remove the three dome caps and screws from the handle

side; use them to fill the holes created when the hinge screws were removed.

A. Washer

5. Using a hex-head socket wrench and an open-end wrench,

remove the three screws from the center hinge and remove the hinge. Set aside.

A. Center hinge B.

⁵⁄₁₆

" Hex-head hinge screws

A. Dome cap washers B. Hex-head hinge screws

C. Dome caps

2. Using the three ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head hinge screws, removed in Step 1, insert two screws halfway into the holes, leaving space to insert the center hinge.

3. Once the refrigerator door is in place, slide the center hinge from the right onto the screws, insert the third screw, and then tighten all screws completely.

NOTE: Make sure the washers are in place on both the top

and bottom pins of the center hinge.

⁵⁄₁₆

" hex-head hinge screws

B. Washers

Reverse Freezer Door

1. Remove the three cabinet hole plugs from the top of the

cabinet and place them in the hinge holes on the opposite side.

A. Cabinet hole plugs

4. Remove the shoulder screw and its washer from the left-hand side of the door and fasten it into the hole that was behind the brand badge.

5. Remove the door stop from the bottom of the freezer door.

A. Door stop screw B. Door stop

6. Move the door stop to the opposite side, making sure that the hole in the door stop plate is aligned perfectly with the hole for the center hinge pin.

7. Using the screw removed earlier, fasten the door stop to the bottom of the freezer door.

2. Remove the door handles.

■ Remove the two flat-head handle screws from the bottom

of the freezer door handle.

■ Using the ¹⁄₈" hex key, loosen the setscrew attaching the

top of the handle.

■ Pull the handle away from the door to release it from the

shoulder screw. Keep all parts together.

8. Place the handle on the shoulder screw and push the handle toward the door until the mounting base is flush against the door.

9. Fasten the bottom of the handle to the bottom of the freezer door.

A. Door stop screw

10. Tighten all screws. Set aside the freezer door until the hinges and refrigerator door are in place.

Reverse Refrigerator Door

1. Remove the door stop from the bottom of the refrigerator

door.

A. Door stop screw B. Door stop

2. Replace the door stop on the opposite side of the refrigerator door, making sure that the hole in the door stop plate is

A. Shoulder screw B. Setscrew

C. Flat-head handle screws

3. Using the plastic tool (provided), remove the brand badge

from the freezer door by prying up the right-hand side and slowly peeling the badge away from the door, revealing the hole to mount the door handle.

NOTES:

■ To avoid scratching the finish, do not use a sharp or

metallic object to pry the brand badge from the door.

■ Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over any adhesive

residue with your fingers. Rinse the door with warm water and dry with a soft cloth.

aligned perfectly with the hole for the bottom hinge pin.

3. Fasten the door stop to the door.

4. Remove the door handles.

■ Remove the screws from the top of the refrigerator door

handle.

■ Remove the setscrew from the lower part of the handle. ■ Pull the handle away from the door to release it from the

shoulder screw. Keep all parts together.

5. Remove the plug covering the hole on the opposite side of the

ACC

door, where the refrigerator door handle will be installed, and discard the hole plug.

6. Remove the shoulder screw and its washer from the left-hand

side of the door and fasten it into the hole that was behind the cap.

7. Place the handle on the shoulder screw and push the handle

toward the door until the mounting base is flush against the door.

8. Fasten the top of the refrigerator handle to the top of the

refrigerator door.

3. Fasten the top hinge to the opposite side of the cabinet, inserting the screws only halfway, so you will be able to replace and align the freezer door later.

⁵⁄₁₆

" hex-head hinge screws

B. Top hinge pin

C. Plastic spacer

Replace Doors and Hinges

IMPORTANT: Provide additional support for the doors while the

hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the doors in place while you are working.

Install Refrigerator Door

1. Insert the hinge pin into the bottom hinge of the refrigerator

door, and then fasten the hinge to the cabinet. Do not tighten completely.

A. Flat-head handle screws B. Setscrew

9. Cover the remaining hole with the hole plug (provided).

10. Remove door hinge hole plug from the refrigerator door. Move

to opposite side.

11. Tighten all screws. Set aside refrigerator door until bottom

hinge is installed on the opposite side of the refrigerator.

Reverse Top Hinge - Contour Door Models Only

1. Remove the screw attaching the hinge pin to the hinge. Turn

the hinge over so that it is pointing in the opposite direction.

2. Place the plastic spacer beneath the hinge so that it will be

between the hinge and the cabinet, making sure the holes are aligned.

2. Place the washer on top of the bottom hinge pin.

3. Place the refrigerator door onto the bottom hinge pin.

4. Measure the distance from the bottom of the refrigerator

door to the floor. The distance should be approximately 1⁴⁄₅" (4.6 cm).

NOTE: If necessary, loosen the bottom hinge, without removing the screws. Adjust the door to the correct height and fully tighten the screws.

Install Freezer Door

1. Place washer on the upper hinge pin of the center hinge.

2. Place the freezer door on the upper hinge pin of the center

hinge.

3. Insert the top hinge pin into the drilled hole in the top of the freezer door. Do not tighten the screws completely.

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

NOTE: The distance between the doors should be approximately ³⁄₄" (19 mm).

Final Steps

1. Plug in the refrigerator or reconnect the power.

2. Reset the controls. See “Using the Controls.”

3. Return all removable door parts to doors and food to

refrigerator.

A. Plastic spacer B. Hinge pin screw

C. Hinge pin

Door Removal &

Replacement

Top Hinge

A. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws B. Top Hinge

A. Bottom Hinge

Bottom Hinge

B. Washer

C. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Door Swing Reversal (optional)

A. Door Hinge Hole Plug

A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

A. Door Stop Screw B. Door Stop

Side View

Front View

Center Hinge

A. Washer

C. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

B. Center Hinge

/16" Hex-Head Hinge

Screws,

Dome Caps and Dome Cap Washers

Reversibility Kit Instructions

If your model came with a Reversibility Kit, please use the Brand Badge Placement template and the following instructions to install the Brand Badge on the opposite side of the freezer door.

Parts Included:

■ Brand badge removal tool ■ Brand badge template (on last page) ■ Door handle hole plug

Tools Needed:

■ Scissors ■ Masking tape

Freezer Door

1. Using the removal tool (provided), remove the brand badge

from the freezer door by lifting up the right-hand side and peeling the badge away from the door from right to left.

NOTE: To avoid scratching the door, do not use a sharp or metallic object to pry the brand badge from the door.

2. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over any adhesive

residue with your fingers. Rinse the door with warm water and dry with a soft cloth.

3. Cut the template along the dotted lines that match the shape

of the brand badge.

4. Align the edges of the template with the side and top of the

freezer door, and then tape the template to the door. NOTE: When the template is correctly aligned, the hole in the

door, where the handle was, will be within the cutout of the template, as shown.

Adjust the Doors

IMPORTANT: Your refrigerator complies with American Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines.

Door Closing

Your refrigerator has two front adjustable levelers - one on the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the doors to close easier, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using the following instructions:

1. Turn the leveler to lower or raise that side of the refrigerator. It may take several turns to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.

■ To raise, turn the leveler to the right. ■ To lower, turn the leveler to the left.

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

5. Using the cutout as a guide, press the brand badge onto the

freezer door making sure that the hole is completely covered.

6. Slowly remove the template.

2. Open both doors again to make sure they close as easily as

you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling legs to the left; it may take several more turns.

NOTE: To keep the refrigerator level, you should turn both leveling legs the same amount.

3. Using a level, be sure that the refrigerator is still level side to side. Readjust if necessary.

Door Aligning

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

1. Depending on your model, remove the top hinge cover.

2. Loosen the top hinge screws using a ⁵⁄₁₆" socket or wrench.

3. Have someone hold the door in place or put a spacer between

the doors while you tighten the top hinge screws.

4. Replace the top hinge cover, if removed in Step 1.

REFRIGERATOR USE

Using the Controls

Your refrigerator has two controls that affect the temperature. The Temperature control is located at the top front of the refrigerator compartment and the Airflow control is located on the back wall of the freezer compartment.

IMPORTANT:

■ The recommended setting should be correct for normal

household refrigerator use. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.

■ Wait 24 hours for your refrigerator to cool completely before

adding food. If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil.

NOTE: Adjusting the refrigerator and freezer temperature controls to a colder than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster.

■ If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator

or freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked before adjusting the controls.

Temperature Control

For your convenience, the temperature control is preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure the control is still preset as shown.

Recommended Setting

NOTE: For the first to fourth setting, only one LED of the four

LEDs will be lit. All four LEDs will be lit when you have reached the coldest setting.

CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR too warm TEMP SETTING Control one

FREEZER too warm/too little ice

REFRIGERATOR too cold TEMP SETTING Control one

FREEZER too cold AIRFLOW or TEMP SETTING

Additional Feature

setting higher AIRFLOW or TEMP SETTING

Control one setting higher

setting lower

Control one setting lower

PowerCold™ Feature

The PowerCold™ feature sets the freezer and refrigerator to the lowest temperature settings to assist with periods of high refrigerator use, full grocery loads, or temporarily warm room temperatures.

■ To turn on the PowerCold™ feature, press TEMP SETTING

continually until all the LED lights are blinking ON/OFF progressively from left to right. Press TEMP SETTING again to return to the COLD set point.

NOTE: Depending on the environment conditions, the PowerCold™ feature will remain activated up to 24 hours. When the feature turns off, the temperature will return to the recommended set point.

Cooling Off/On

■ To turn off cooling, press and hold TEMP SETTING for

4 seconds until all lights turn on for 1 second. To turn cooling back on, press and hold TEMP SETTING again for 4 seconds.

NOTE: Neither compartment will cool when the control is set to OFF.

Adjusting the Temperature Control

If you need to adjust the temperature in either the refrigerator or freezer compartment, use the settings listed in the following chart as a guide.

NOTE: Except when starting the refrigerator, do not adjust the control more than one setting at a time. Wait 24 hours between adjustments for the temperature to stabilize.

■ Press TEMP SETTING to toggle between the four LED lights

which indicate the temperature setting. Reading from left to right, the LED in the first position is the least cold. The LEDs indicate increasingly colder settings as you continue to the right until all four LEDs are illuminated.

Airflow Control

The Airflow control regulates the amount of air flowing between the freezer and the refrigerator compartments.

When you plug in the refrigerator for the first time, turn the Airflow control to the Recommended setting.

Adjusting the Airflow Control

If you want to temporarily increase the cold airflow to a specific compartment, adjust the control.

■ Max - Increase airflow to the freezer. ■ Min - Increase airflow to the refrigerator.

IMPORTANT: Once the performance is achieved, return the

Important information to know about glass shelves and covers:

Airflow control to the Recommended setting to keep the refrigerator operating at optimum efficiency.

CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:

Heavy ice use Max Hot room temperature Max - to maintain ice making

production rate

Large quantity of groceries Min - to quickly chill food and

beverages

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES

Your model may have some or all of these features.

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

Meat Storage Guide

Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary. See the following chart for storage times. When storing meat longer than the times given, freeze the meat.

Fresh fish or shellfish........................ Use same day as purchased

Chicken, ground beef, variety meats (liver)......................1-2 days

Cold cuts, steaks/roasts ..................................................3-5 days

Cured meats...................................................................7-10 days Leftovers - Cover leftovers with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or

plastic containers with tight lids.

Refrigerator Shelves

The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to match your individual storage needs.

Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will make finding the exact item you want easier. It will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open, and save energy.

To remove and replace a shelf:

1. Remove items from the shelf.

2. Slide the shelf straight out to the stop.

3. Depending on your model, lift back or front of the shelf past

the stop. Slide shelf out the rest of the way.

4. Replace the shelf by sliding the back of the shelf into the track

in the wall of the cabinet.

5. Guide the front of the shelf into the shelf track. Be sure to slide

the shelf in all the way.

Deli Drawer

The deli drawer design allows flexible positioning.

Deli Drawer

Crisper

Crisper Drawers

To remove and replace the crisper drawer:

1. Slide the crisper drawer straight out to the stop. Lift the front

and slide the drawer out the rest of the way.

2. Replace the drawer by sliding the drawer in fully past the stop.

Crisper Cover

To remove and replace the crisper cover:

1. Remove the crisper(s).

2. Pull the glass straight out.

3. Replace the glass by pushing it straight in.

To remove and replace the deli drawer:

1. Slide deli drawer out to the stop.

2. Lift front of deli drawer with one hand while supporting bottom

of drawer with other hand. Slide drawer out the rest of the way.

Crisper Humidity Control

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper. Adjust the control to LOW or HIGH.

LOW (open) lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins.

■ Fruit: Wash, let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bag or

crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use. Sort and keep berries in original container in crisper or store in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf.

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