Maytag SXS 111107-1, Performa 61004966 User Manual

Side by Side Refrigerator
USER’S GUIDE
Congratulations on your purchase of a Maytag Performa
refrigerator! Your satisfaction is very important to us, so please read this guide carefully. You will find instructions on the proper operation and maintenance of your new appliance.
Save time and money. If something should go wrong, we suggest consulting the “Before You Call” section of this book. It is designed to help you solve basic problems before consulting a servicer.
If you have questions, write us (include your model number and phone number) or call:
Maytag Appliances Sales Company Attn: CAIR
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Center P.O. Box 2370 Cleveland, TN 37320-2370 1-800-688-9900 USA 1-800-688-2002 CANADA 1-800-688-2080 USA TTY (for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired) (Mon.–Fri., 8am–8pm Eastern Time) Internet: http://www.maytag.com
Table of Contents
Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Temperature Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Looking Inside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Ice Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Food Storage Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Storing the Refrigerator,
Care & Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Cleaning Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Before You Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Guide de L’Utilisateur . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Guia del Usuario . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Form No.A/12/99 Part No.111107-1 MCS Part No. 61004966 Litho U.S.A.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Important Safety Instructions
• 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 accordance with the local and national electrical codes. See warning and grounding instructions below.
• 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 packages or check with a local frozen foods locker about temporary storage. Frozen foods which have thawed completely should not be refrozen and should be discarded.
• Any electrical service cord that becomes frayed or dam­aged should be immediately repaired or replaced. Never unplug your appliance by pulling on the power cord.
• Your refrigerator should not be operated in the pres­ence of explosive fumes.
WARNING:
When using your appliance, always follow basic precautions, including the following:
Important: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigera­tors are still dangerous… even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instruc­tions below to help prevent accidents.
• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
WARNING
This appliance is designed 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 performance 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 responsibility 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.
Model Number
Serial Number
NOTE:
In our continuing effort to improve the qual­ity of our appliances, it may be necessary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide.
Have complete model and serial number identification of your refrigerator. This is located on a data plate inside the refrigerator compartment on the upper front surface. Record these numbers below for easy access.
For Future Assistance
Have proof of original date of purchase. Keep your sales slip, proof of original purchase date is needed for war­ranty service.
• Children should not climb, hang or stand on the shelves of this refrigerator.
Power supply cord with 3-prong grounding plug.
Grounding type wall receptacle
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Leveling
To enhance appearance and to maintain optimal perfor­mance, the refrigerator must be level. Your refrigerator has wheels which can be adjusted for leveling:
• Remove the lower hinge covers (see fig. 1). To do this, grasp each cover near the hinge and apply pressure. 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 front wheels (see fig.
3). Rear leveling/lock feet are not required.
• 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.
Your new refrigerator was packed carefully for shipment. Remov e and discard shelf packing clips (if used) located just abo ve each shelf where they hook onto the frame. To remove plastic clips wiggle the clips sideways and pull straight out.
Installation
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˚ F. 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 refrigerator is placed with either 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 hardwood floors so as not to mark or otherwise damage the flooring. A piece of plywood, a rug or other material should be used to protect the floor while positioning the unit.
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Turn fresh food control to next higher setting. Turn fresh food control to next lower setting. Turn freezer control to next higher setting. Turn freezer control to next lower setting. Set fresh food control to 0 (Off).
Fresh Food Compartment too Warm
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Temperature Controls
Adjusting the Temperature 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 below.
• 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.
Initial Temperature Control Settings
• The fresh food control has settings from 1 (warmest) to 9 (coldest). Initially set this control on 5.
• The freezer control has settings from 1 (warmest) to 9 (coldest). Initially set this control on 5.
• It is recommended that the coldest freezer setting (9) be used for short periods only.
• Let the refrigerator run at least 8-12 hours before adding food.
Step 2
Temperature Control Guide
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.
Your refrigerator has two temperature controls. These controls are located at the top rear of the fresh food com­partment.
To adjust the controls, rotate the knobs to the desired settings.
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 excessive or lengthy door openings.
Freezer too Cold Turn Refrigerator Off
NOTE: Turning the fresh food control to 0 stops cooling in BOTH compartments. It does not shut off power to the refrigerator.
Your refrigerator will run continuously for several hours when you first start it.This is normal
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COLDEST IS 9
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ALLOW 24 HOURS
BETWEEN ADJUSTMENTS
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Looking Inside
Shelves
The Tempered Glass Cantilever Shelves in your refrig- erator are adjustable, allowing you to customize the interior to meet your food storage needs.
To remove a shelf:
• unload
• slightly lift up the rear of the shelf
• pull the shelf straight out
To lock the shelf into another position:
• tilt up the front edge of the shelf
• insert the hooks into the desired frame openings
• let the shelf settle into place
The Freezer Shelves 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.
To remove the shelf:
Completely unload the shelf and lift straight up. Tilt the shelf sideways and pull it straight out. To replace, reverse the above procedure.
WARNING —
Never attempt to adjust a shelf that is loaded with food.
For best results, keep the crisper tightly closed.
Storage Drawers
The Crisper provides ideal storage for fruit and veg­etables. There is a humidity control located on the crisper shelf above the crisper drawer.
When storing fruit, slide the crisper control to the left (LOW) to provide lower humidity conditions in the drawer.
When storing vegetables, slide the crisper control to the right (HIGH) to provide higher humidity condi­tions in the drawer.
To remove the crisper drawer for cleaning:
• pull out the crisper until it stops
• tilt the drawer front up and pull it out
To replace the crisper drawer:
• align the drawer in the tracks
• lift the drawer front and slide in
The Crisper Shelf Top serves as the lower refrigerator shelf.
The freezer basket or drawer (style will vary by model) slides out for more convenient access to the frozen foods. The basket or drawer rests and slides on support rails molded into the wall of the freezer.
To remove a freezer basket:
Slide out until it stops. Lift the front edge and continue sliding forward until out. To replace, line the basket or drawer up with the support rails, lift the front edge slightly, and slide it into place.
To remove the crisper shelf:
• lift the front edge of the shelf
• pull the shelf straight out
To replace the crisper shelf:
• set the rear bars on the support
• push the shelf back until the front edge can be low­ered into place
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