Maytag MSD2757AEB, MSD2356AEA, MSD2757AEW, MSD2757AEA, MSD2756DEW Owner’s Manual
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complete model and serial number identification of your
refrigerator. This is on a data plate located at the top of
the fresh food compartment. Record these numbers
below for easy access.
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Safety Instructions ..................................................... 1
Installation .................................................................. 2
Temperature Controls ................................................. 3
Interior Features ...................................................... 4-8
lice & Water Service .............................................. 9-13
Water Filter .......................................................... 12-13
Care & Cleaning ................................................. 13-14
Food Storage Tips .................................................... 15
Food Storage Chart ................................................... 16
Storage & Maintenance ........................................... 17
Before You Call ......................................................... 18
Warranty ................................................................... 19
Guide de L'Utilisateur ............................................... 20
Guia del Usuario ....................................................... 40
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Important: For service and warranty information,
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Important Safety Instructions ....................................
WJ_#IlIING _ This appliance is designed
appliance, always follow basic precau-
tions, including the following:
_)& WARNING _ When using your
Use the refrigerator only for its intended purpose.
To prevent possibility of hazard due to electrical
shock, never plug the refrigerator into a receptacle
which has not been grounded adequately and in accor-
dance with the local and national electrical codes. See
the _k warning and grounding instructions.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or replacing a
light bulb.
In case of power failure, minimize door openings. If
the power failure is of a long duration, protect the
food by placing blocks of dry ice on top of the pack-
ages or check with a local frozen foods locker about
temporary storage. Frozen foods which have thawed
completely should not be refrozen and should be dis-
carded.
• Any electrical service cord that becomes frayed or dam-
aged should be immediately repaired or replaced. Never
unplug your appliance by pulling on the power cord.
• "four refrigerator should not be operated in the pres-
ence of explosive fumes.
• Children should not climb, hang or stand on the
shelves of this refrigerator.
to operate on a normal 115 volt, 15 amp, 60
cycle line. There should be a separate,
grounded circuit serving this appliance only.
Do not use an extension cord. Do not use
any device that will alter the electrical per-
formance of this appliance.
This appliance is equipped with a three-pronged
grounding plug for your protection against possible
electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged into a
grounding receptacle. Where a standard two-prong wall
receptacle is encountered, it is the personal responsi-
bility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced
with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle.
Do not under any circumstances, cut or remove the third
(ground) prong from the power cord. Do not use an
adapter plug. Do not use an extension cord.
POWER SUPPLY CORD
WITH 3-PRONG
GROUNDING PLUG
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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 the
instructions below to
help prevent acci-
dents.
• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves
in place so that
children may not
easily climb inside.
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GROUNDING TYPE
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Installation .............................................................
Your new refrigerator was packed carefully for ship-
ment. Remove and discard shelf packing clips (if used)
located just above each shelf where they hook onto the
frame. To remove plastic clips wiggle the clips sideways
and pull straight out.
Location
Allow for a free flow of air through the front base
grille.
Install the refrigerator where the room temperature
will not go below 55 °E With temperatures below 55 °,
the refrigerator will not run frequently enough to
maintain proper temperature in the freezer.
Allow a minimum 1/2" clearance on the sides, top
and back for ease of installation. If the refrigerator is
placed with the door hinge side against a wall, you
may want to allow additional space so the door can be
opened wider.
Use caution when installing the unit on vinyl or hard-
wood floors so as not to mark or otherwise damage
the flooring. A piece of plywood, a rug or other mate-.
rial should be used to protect the floor while posi-
tioning the unit.
Leveling
To enhance appearance and to maintain optimal perfor-
mance, the refrigerator must be level. "four refrigerator
has wheels which can be adjusted for leveling:
• Remove the lower hinge covers (see fig. I). To do
this, grasp each cover near the hinge and apply pres-
sure. The attachment tabs will snap out, allowing
removal of the covers.
• Adjust the wheels with a screwdriver (see fig. 2).
• To lock the cabinet in place, turn down both leveling/lock
feet, located near the from wheels (see fig 3).
• Replace the hinge covers.
• If the floor is not level and it is necessary to raise the
rear of the cabinet, we suggest rolling the rear wheels
onto a piece of plywood or other shim material.
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• Locate the refrigerator away from heat producing
appliances such as the range or dishwasher, heat vents
and direct sunlight.
• Level the refrigerator and do not block ventilation
around the front grille.
Keep the freezer ful! to near capacity so less cold air
will escape during door openings. When the freezer is
less than two-thirds full, place milk cartons half full
of water in the freezer.
• Let hot dishes cool slightly before putting into the
refrigerator or freezer.
• Cover liquids.
• Wipe moisture from the outside of containers before
placing them into the refrigerator.
• Avoid opening the doors too often.
TURN CLOCKWISE TO
RAISE CABINET CORNER
TURN COUNTER-CLOCKWISE
TO LOWER CABINET
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g Temperature Controls ...........................................
Your refrigerator has Maytag's Dual CooV freshness design to control fl'esh and frozen food temperatures. The con-
trols are located at the top front of the fresh food compartment,
To adjust the controls, move the slide to the left or right as desired.
Initial Duat CooF Control Settings
The refrigerator and freezer controls have settings
from 1 (warmest) to 9 (coldest). Initially set both con-
trois on 5.
Let the refrigerator run at least 8-12 hours before
adding food.
Dual CooF Control Guide
Refrigerator: Move Control to:
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Too Warm Next higher setting.
l_o Cold Next lower setting.
Freezer: Move Control to:
Too Warm Next higher setting.
Too Cold Next lower setting.
Turn refrigerator Off
Move the freezer control to OFE
NOTE: Setting the freezer control to OFF stops cooling
in BOTH compartments. It does not shut off power to
the refrigerator.
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.
The condition will be more noticeable when you first
start the refrigerator, during hot weather and after exces-
sive or lengthy door openings.
No Defrosting
Your refrigerator is designed to defrost automatically.
Note: During the automatic defrost cycle, you may
notice a red glow/reflection in the vents on the back
wall of the freezer compartment and you may hear the
sound of water droplets coming into contact with the
defrost heater. This is normal during the defrost
cycle,
Adjusting the Dual CooF 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 table above.
Except when starting the refrigerator, do not change
either control more than one number at a time.
• Allow 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize before
resetting.
• Changing either control will have some effect on the
temperature of the other compartment,
Interior Features ....................................................
Shelves
Tempered Glass Cantilever Shelves
These shelves are adjustable so the refrigerator interior
can be customized for varying food storage needs.
To remove a shell': Unload Lift up the rear of the shelf
slightly, pull the shelf straight out
To move a shelf to a different position: After
removing, tilt up the front edge of the shelf Insert the
hooks into the desired openings and let the shelf settle
into place Be sure the shelf is securely locked at the rear
SpilI-CatcheF Shelves (select models)
Spill-Catcher '_'shelves have a spill retainer edge to con-
tain spills and make clean-up easier.
Some Spill-Catcher _" shelves, feature the Easy Glide
slide-out feature. To slide out, grasp the front of the
shelf and pull forward. Push the shelf in to return to
original position,
_lb WARNING m Never attempt to adjust
a shelf that is loaded with food (except
the Elevator TM shelf - see above).
ElevatoF" Shelf (select models)
The Elevator" shelf is equipped with a spill-retaining
edge and the Easy Glide slide out feature It can be
adjusted up or down without unloading To slide out,
grasp the front of the shelf and pull forward Push the
shelf in to return to original position
To adjust the Elevator'" shelf: Untbld the recessed
crank handle so it is at a right angle to the shelf front
Crank to the right (clockwise) to raise the shelf, or to the
left (counterclockwise) to lower the shelf
To remove: Unload the shelf Grasp the shelf front and
pull completely forward Press up on the stops (both
sides) and continue pulling the shelf forward, clear of
the frame
To replace: Align the shelf to the frame and push it all
the way back It is not necessary to depress the stops for
reinstallation
In ordinary use, the Elevator' shelf frame assembly does
NOT require removal Though unlikely, and not recom
mended, the correct removal procedure is as follows:
• Unload the shelf completely
• Slide the shelf forward about two inches and manu
ally 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 tbrward and
clear of the refrigerator compartment
• To reinstall, 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
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Interior Features (continued)
The Pick-Off Door Bins (select models) are designed to
accommodate gallon-plus sized containers. They are
adjustable and easily removed. To remove: Lift the bin
up until it clears the retainers on the door liner, then
pull the bin straight out. Reverse the above procedure
to replace the bin.
Keepers (select models) fit in refrigerator and freezer
door shelves to secure bottles and other containers in
place when the door is opened or closed. Keepers are
adjusted by sliding side to side.
The Tall Bottle Retainer (select models) prevents tall
bottles from tipping forward. It is adjusted by sliding
side to side.
The Dairy Compartment, l_rcated in the refrigerator
door, may be equipped with a Keeper or Butter Dish,
The Egg Cradle (style may vary/select models) holds a
"dozen-plus" eggs, It can be removed to carry to a
work area or to be washed.
The Multi-Use Rack (select models) provides a place
for storing wine horizontally. The rack also holds canned
beverages or an egg carton. Position the rack on the left
hand side of a refrigerator shelf. Note: The Multi-Use
Rack cannot be positioned on an Elevator TM Shelf.
Tilt Out Refrigerator Door Bins (select models) tilt
out to conveniently load or retrieve awkward containers
such as tall. liter bottles, or bagged items.
The 12-Pack Rack (select models) suspends from any
of the spill-proof refrigerator shelves. It hooks over the
framework wires under the shelf. The sloped design
allows cans to roll forward as one is removed.
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Freezer Compartment
The freezer shelves (wire or glass) rest on support rails
molded into the wall of the freezer. Select models offer
freezer shelves that slide forward for easier access to
items at the rear of the shelf.
qb remove a freezer shelf: Completely unload the shelf
and lift straight up. Tilt the shelf sideways and pull it
straight out, To replace, reverse the above procedure.
The freezer basket(s) (number will vary by model) slide
out for more convenient access to the frozen foods. The
basket(s) rest and slide on support rails molded into the
wall of the freezer.
To remove a freezer basket: Slide the basket out until
it stops. Depress tabs located at the rear of each side of
the basket, continue sliding forward until basket is out.
To replace, tine the basket up with the support rails and
slide it into place.
StairStep TM Freezer Baskets (select models)
StairStep _ freezer baskets interact for easier access to
contents in the lower part of the freezer.
Pull the lower basket forward to gain access to its con-
tents. Continue pulling the lower basket to open the
upper basket as well. Reverse to close both baskets.
Pulling the upper basket open provides access to its con-
tents. The lower basket will also move forward however
it will not open.
Drop Down Freezer Door Baskets
(select models)
Provide convenient storage space for frozen food items
that tend to shift such as bagged vegetables.
Special Storage Areas
Adjusti-Temp TM (top drawer - select models)
This drawer is designed to provide a short term storage
area for fresh meats, cheeses and luncheon meats.
The temperature control for this drawer is located on the
left side wall of the refrigerator, near the fiont of the
drawer. The "cool" setting maintains a temperature
within the drawer consistent with the surrounding fresh
food compartment. To achieve a lower temperature
within the drawer, slide the control towards the "cold"
setting. A lower temperature within the drawer is rec-
ommended when storing fresh meat, poultry or fish.
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To remove the baskets: Pull forward on the upper
basket until it stops. Lift up slightly and continue
pulling forward. The baskets are removed together.
Reverse the above procedure to replace the baskets.
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VariTemp (bottom drawer - select models)
The temperature control for this drawer is located on the
shelf front above the drawer. Slide the control left or
right. The "'cheese" setting provides a temperature sim-
ilar to that of the surrounding fresh food compartment.
The "meat" setting provides a lower temperature within
the drawer which is recommended when storing fresh
meat, poultry or fish.
For best results, keep either style of temperature
controlled drawer tightly closed.
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Interior Features (continued) ..................................
Humidity Controlled Crisper(s)
(select models)
Crisper drawers are designed for fruit and vegetable
storage. Tile adjustable humidity control located above
the drawers can be set to the left for fruit storage (lower
humidity) or to the right for vegetable storage (higher
humidity).
To remove: Pul! the drawer out until it stops. Tilt the
drawer fl-ont up and pull out. To replace the drawer,
align the drawer in the tracks, lift the drawer front and
slide in.
For best results, keep crispers tightly closed. I
ClimateZone TM Technology Storage
Drawers (select models)
ClimateZone _'_ Technology
Storage Drawers prox, ide ClimateZone,.
accurate temperature control _ '' 'o/t'echl"lO]O°\/
for storing meats, fruits and veg-
etables. The top drawer offers meats,
citrus and produce settings. The middle drawer has
citrus and produce settings. ClimateZone' Technology
drawers are equipped with Automatic Humidity Control
_see pg. 8). The drawers operate electronically to pro-
vide optimal temperatures and a numerical temperature
display tol- each food stating according to lhe charl
below.
Item Storage Temperature
Citrus 39 <'F
Produce 34 ° F
Meats 31 ° F
Notes:
• If a ClimateZone'" Technology drawer is left open,
the display will flash. Close the drawer completely
and the display will return to normal.
• After prolonged drawer openings and/or loading the
drawers, etc. the temperature readout may rise by a
few degrees. This is normal. The temperature will
recover in a short period of time.
Handle fresh meat with care to avoid cross-contam-
ination. Store meat in airtight containers and be
sure to wipe up spills of meat juices immediately
using hot, soapy water.
"Ib disinfect: Remove drawer from refrigerator.
Disinfect with solution of liquid chlorine bleach dilumd
with water according to bleach label instructions.
• For enhanced flavor, store hard cheeses on the
Citrus setting.
• Frozen meats will thaw very slowly on the Meat
setting. Most thawing should be done outside of the
drawers, on the lowest shelf in the refrigerator.
• Under heavy usage conditions during hot, humid
weather, the exterior surfaces of the ClimateZone '_'
Technology drawers may fog. This is normal. The
condensation will clear once the door is closed for
a period of time.
• Due to the accuracy and the location of the
ClimateZone '' Technology temperature sensor
system, drawer temperatures measured with house-
hold refrigerator thermometers may vary from the
drawer temperature display. This is normal.
If ClimateZone _'' Technology drawers are not
opened for a period of four weeks, they will auto-
matically go to the Normal or "off" state. The dis-
play will turn off.
To remove: Pull the drawer out until it stops. Tilt the
drawer-front up and pull out, To replace the drawer,
align the drawer in the tracks, lift the drawer-front and
slide in.
ClimateZone Technology can also be turned off by
pressing Normal on the keypad. When turned off, the
drawers operate as standard sealed crisper drawers with
no temperature display.
Light Bulb Replacement
A light bulb is located behind the upper ClimateZone'"
Technology compartment. The light bulb part number is
61004862; see your Maytag dealer for replacement or
call 1-800-688-8408 to order direct.
Warning: To prevent electric shock, always unplug ]
the refrigerator before changing the light bulb. Wear ]
gloves as protection against possible broken glass. ]
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