Maytag MRT711SMFZ00, MRT711SMFW00, MRT711SMFB00 Owner’s Manual

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REFRIGERATOR

USER INSTRUCTIONS

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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.............................................................. 11

Adjust the Doors ............................................................................... 11

Install Air Filter................................................................................... 12

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

Using the Controls ............................................................................ 12

Ice Maker...........................................................................................13

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES .............................................................14

Refrigerator Shelves.......................................................................... 14

Deli Drawer........................................................................................14

Crisper...............................................................................................14

FREEZER FEATURES .........................................................................15

Glass Freezer Shelf ........................................................................... 15

DOOR FEATURES ............................................................................... 15

Door Rails.......................................................................................... 15

Door Bins........................................................................................... 15

Utility Compartment..........................................................................15

REFRIGERATOR CARE....................................................................... 16

Cleaning ............................................................................................ 16

Changing the Light Bulbs ................................................................. 16

Vacation and Moving Care ...............................................................17

TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................... 18

ACCESSORIES ....................................................................................19

WARRANTY..........................................................................................20

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

SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ..................................................... 21

Mise au rebut appropriée de votre vieux réfrigérateur..................... 22

INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ................................................... 22

Déballage du réfrigérateur ................................................................ 22

Exigences d’emplacement ............................................................... 23

Spécifications électriques................................................................. 23

Spécifications de l’alimentation en eau............................................ 24

Raccordement de la canalisation d’eau........................................... 24

Portes du réfrigérateur...................................................................... 25

Instructions pour l’ensemble d’inversion du sens d’ouverture........ 30

Ajustement des portes...................................................................... 30

Installation du filtre à air.................................................................... 31

UTILISATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR................................................. 31

Utilisation des commandes .............................................................. 31

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

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR .................................. 33

Tablettes du réfrigérateur ................................................................. 33

Bac à déli .......................................................................................... 33

Bac à légumes .................................................................................. 33

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DU CONGÉLATEUR...................................... 34

Tablette en verre du congélateur...................................................... 34

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DE LA PORTE................................................ 35

Tringles de porte............................................................................... 35

Balconnets de porte ......................................................................... 35

Compartiment utilitaire ..................................................................... 35

ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ................................................... 35

Nettoyage.......................................................................................... 35

Remplacement des ampoules d’éclairage....................................... 36

Entretien avant les vacances ou lors d’un déménagement............. 37

DÉPANNAGE........................................................................................38

ACCESSOIRES ....................................................................................40

GARANTIE............................................................................................41

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

■ Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning

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

NOTE: 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.”

■ Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the white foam air return insert that is located behind the control panel on the ceiling of the refrigerator (on some models). The insert is part of the refrigerator and not part of the packing material. If the insert is removed, ice may migrate down from the freezer and cause icicles to form.

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, 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

Read all directions before you begin. 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 wrenches or 2 adjustable wrenches, ¹⁄₄" nut driver and drill bit, cordless drill.

IMPORTANT:

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

connected, turn off the ice maker.

■ 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.

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.

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

IMPORTANT: A cold water supply with water pressure between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the ice maker.

NOTE: If the water pressure is less than what is required, ice cubes could be hollow or irregular shaped.

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

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply

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 ice maker is still not operating properly:

■ 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.

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.

Connect to Water Line

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.

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

E. Compression sleeve F. Shut-off valve

G. Packing 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.

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

B C

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 the refrigerator control off, unplug

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

■ If you choose to reverse the door swing, a Reversibility Kit,

which includes a new brand badge and hole plugs, 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

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.

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.

5. Using a hex-head socket 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

6. Lift the refrigerator door off of the bottom hinge and set it

aside.

7. Open refrigerator door and remove base grille from the bottom

front of the refrigerator.

⁵⁄₁₆

" hex-head hinge screws

B. Top hinge

C. Hinge pin D. Spacer

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.

A. Washer

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

hex-head hinge screws attaching the bottom hinge to the cabinet and remove the hinge from the bottom of the refrigerator door.

A. Bottom hinge

Reverse Doors (optional)

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

See complete graphics later in these instructions.

Reverse Center Hinge

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

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

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

2. Remove the two screws from the bottom of the freezer door

handle.

3. Using the ¹⁄₈" hex key, loosen the setscrew attaching the top of

the handle. Then, pull the handle away from the door.

A. Dome cap washers B.

⁵⁄₁₆

" 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. 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

A. B. Washers

A. Shoulder screw B. Setscrew

C. Flat-head handle screws

4. 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. Replace it with the badge provided in the Reversibility Kit located inside the crisper. For proper placement, see the Brand Badge Placement template (on the last page of this manual).

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.

5. 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.

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

A. Door stop screw B. Door stop

7. Move the door stop to the opposite side, making sure that the

ACC

hole in the door stop plate is aligned perfectly with the hole for the center hinge pin.

8. Using the screw removed in Step 6, fasten the door stop to the bottom of the freezer door.

A. Door stop screw

9. Align the handle with the shoulder screw. Position the handle so that the mounting base is flush against the door.

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

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

Reverse Refrigerator Door

1. Remove the screws from the top of the refrigerator door

handle.

2. Using the ¹⁄₈" hex key, loosen the setscrew attaching the bottom of the handle. Pull the handle away from the door.

3. Remove door hinge hole plug from refrigerator door. Move to opposite-side hinge hole.

4. Remove and discard the plug covering the hole on the opposite side of the door, where the refrigerator door handle will be installed.

NOTE: A new door handle hole plug is provided in the Reversibility Kit.

7. Replace the door stop on the opposite side of the refrigerator

door, making sure that the hole in the door stop plate is aligned perfectly with the hole for the bottom hinge pin.

8. Using the screw removed in Step 6, fasten the door stop to

the bottom of the refrigerator door.

9. Align the handle with the shoulder screw. Position the handle

so that the mounting base is flush against the door.

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

refrigerator door.

A. Flat-head handle screws B. Setscrew

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

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

hinge is installed on the opposite side of the refrigerator.

Replace Doors and Hinges

Reverse Top Hinge

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.

5. Remove the shoulder screw and its washer from the left-hand side of the door and fasten it into the hole in the door that was behind the plug.

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

A. Door stop screw B. Door stop

A. Plastic spacer B. Hinge pin screw

C. Hinge pin

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

Install Refrigerator Door

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

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

2. Lower the bottom of the refrigerator door onto the bottom hinge pin.

A. Bottom hinge

3. Measure the distance from the bottom of the refrigerator door to the floor. The distance should be approximately 3¹⁄₂" (88 mm).

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

4. Assemble the parts for the center hinge as previously shown and tighten all screws. See Center Hinge graphic.

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.

Final Steps

1. Remove the cover from the base grille. Move cover to the

opposite side.

2. Push the base grille toward the cabinet until it is flush.

3. Plug in the refrigerator or reconnect the power.

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

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

refrigerator.

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 ⁵⁄₈" (16 mm).

Door Swing Reversal (optional)

1-2

A. Door Hinge Hole Plug

A. Door Stop B. Door Stop Screw

Removal of Door Stops

A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

Door Removal &

Replacement

A. Door Stop B. Door Stop Screw

Reinstallation of Door Stops

Base Grille

Center Hinge

Top Hinge

1-1

⁵⁄₁₆" Hex-Head Hinge

Screws,

Dome Caps and Dome Cap Washers

B. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

A. Center Hinge

A. Flat-Head Handle Screw

B. Setscrew

⁵⁄₁₆

" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

A. Cover

B. Top Hinge

C. Hinge Pin

B C

A. Bottom Hinge B.

⁵⁄₁₆

Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Bottom Hinge

A. Shoulder Screw B. Setscrew

C. Flat-Head Handle Screw

Reversibility Kit Instructions

If your model came with a Reversibility Kit or you purchased a kit for your contour door refrigerator, 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 the last page of this manual) 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: To comply with American Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines, fully retract the rollers into the cabinet to lower the refrigerator.

Door Closing

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

1. Remove the base grille. See the Base Grille graphic in

“Refrigerator Doors.” The two leveling screws are part of the front roller assemblies which are at the base of the refrigerator on either side.

2. Use a socket driver to adjust the leveling screws. Turn the

leveling screw to the right to raise that side of the refrigerator or turn the leveling screw to the left to lower that side. It may take several turns of the leveling screws to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws and rollers 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.

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

you like and that they stay closed. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws to the right. It may take several more turns.

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

4. Replace the base grille.

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.

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

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

the doors while you tighten the top hinge screws.

3. Replace the top hinge cover if removed in Step 1.

Install Air Filter

MONTHS

REPLACE

On some models, your refrigerator's accessory packet includes an air filter which must be installed prior to use. On some models, the air filter is already installed at the factory.

The air filter reduces the buildup of odors. This helps to maintain a cleaner environment inside the refrigerator.

Installing the Air Filter

The filter should be installed behind the vented door which is located (depending on your model) along either the rear or left interior wall near the top of the refrigerator compartment.

1. Remove the air filter from its packaging.

2. Lift open the vented door.

3. Snap the filter into place.

Air Filter Status Indicator

The filter comes with a status indicator which should be activated and installed at the same time the air filter is installed.

Replacing the Air Filter

The disposable air filter should be replaced every 6 months. To order a replacement air filter, contact us using the

assistance/service information following the warranty.

1. Remove the old air filter by squeezing in on the side tabs.

2. Remove the old status indicator.

3. Install the new air filter and reset the status indicator using the

instructions in the previous sections.

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.

1. Place the indicator face-down on a firm, flat surface.

2. Apply pressure to the bubble on the back of the indicator

until the bubble pops to activate the indicator.

3. Lift open the vented air filter door. On some models, there are notches behind the door.

On models with notches:

■ Slide the indicator down into the notches, facing outward.

NOTE: The indicator will not easily slide into the notches if the rear bubble has not been popped.

■ Close the air filter door and check that the indicator is

visible through the rectangular hole in the door.

On models without notches:

■ Store the indicator in a visible place you will easily

remember - either inside the refrigerator or elsewhere in your kitchen or home.

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

Cooling Off/On

■ To turn cooling off, 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 chart below 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 to toggle among 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.

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:

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 too warm Temp Control one setting

higher

FREEZER too warm/ too little ice

Airflow or Temp Control one setting higher

REFRIGERATOR too cold Temp Control one setting

lower

FREEZER too cold Airflow or Temp Control one

setting lower

Additional Feature

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 for up to 24 hours. When the feature turns off, the temperature will return to the recommended set point.

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

Ice Maker

(on some models)

Turning the Ice Maker On/Off

NOTE: Do not force the wire shut-off arm up or down.

■ To turn on the ice maker, simply lower the wire shut-off arm.

NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shut-off. As ice is made, the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin and the ice cubes will raise the wire shutoff arm to the Off (arm up) position.

■ To manually turn off the ice maker, lift the wire shut-off arm to

the Off (arm up) position and listen for the click to make sure the ice maker will not continue to operate.

NOTE: Turn off the ice maker before removing the ice storage bin to serve ice or to clean the bin. This will keep the ice cubes from dropping out of the ice maker and into the freezer compartment. After replacing the ice storage bin, turn on the ice maker.

Ice Production Rate

■ NORMAL Ice Production: The ice maker should produce

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

■ MAXIMUM Ice Production (on some models): The ice maker

should produce approximately 16 to 20 batches of ice in a 24-hour period. If your refrigerator has the maximum ice production feature, push the switch to MAX.

Remember

■ Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Allow 3 days

to completely fill the ice storage bin. Discard the first three batches of ice produced.

■ The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the

water supplied to your ice maker. Avoid connecting the ice maker to a softened water supply. Water softener chemicals (such as salt) can damage parts of the ice maker and lead to poor quality ice. If a softened water supply cannot be avoided, make sure the water softener is operating properly and is well maintained.

■ Do not store anything on top of the ice maker or in the ice

storage bin.

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES

Important information to know about glass shelves and covers:

Your model may have some or all of these features.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

■ Vegetables with skins: Place in plastic bag or plastic container

and store in crisper.

HIGH (closed) keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

■ Leafy vegetables: Wash in cold water, drain, and trim or tear

off bruised and discolored areas. Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper.

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