Maytag TM-1 User Manual

Form No. C/08/03 Part No.111541.001 h t t p : / / w w w . m a y t a g . c o m Litho U.S.A.

©2003 Maytag Appliance Sales Co.

TOP MOUNT REFRIGERATOR TM-1

Installer: Please leave this manual with

this appliance.
Consumer: Please read and keep this

manual for future reference.Keep sales re­ceipt and/or cancelled check as proof of
purchase.

If you have questions, write us (include
your model number and phone number) or
call:

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1-800-688-9900 U.S.A.
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For service information, see page 15.

In our continuing effort to improve
the quality and performance of our
appliances, it may be necessary to
make changes to the appliance
without revising this guide.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

➢

When using your appliance,
always follo w basic precautions.

➢ Use the refrigerator only for its intend-

ed 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
the grounding instructions that follow.

➢ Unplug the refrigerator before clean-

ing or replacing a light bulb.

➢ In case of po wer f ailure , minimiz e 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 thaw ed com­pletely should not be refrozen.

➢ 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 operat-

ed in the presence of explosive fumes .

➢ Children should not climb, hang or

stand on the shelves of this refrigera­tor.

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

➢ 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 three­pronged 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.

Save These Instructions For Future Reference

What You Need to Know
About Safety
Instructions

Warning and Important Safety Instruc­tions appearing in this manual are not
meant to cover all possible conditions
and situations that may occur. Common
sense, caution and care must be exer­cised when installing, maintaining or
operating this appliance.

Always contact your dealer, distributor,
service agent or manufacturer about
problems or conditions you do not under­stand.

RECOGNIZE SAFETY
SYMBOLS,WORDS,
LABELS

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.

POWER SUPPLY CORD

WITH 3-PRONG

GROUNDING PLUG

GROUNDING TYPE

WALL RECEPTACLE

DANGER – Immediate hazards which
WILL result in severe personal injury

or death.

DANGER

WARNING – Hazards or unsafe prac-

tices which COULD result in severe
personal injury or death.

WARNING

CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe prac-

tices which COULD result in minor
personal injury or product or proper ty
damage.

CAUTION

WARNING

WARNING

POWER SUPPLY CORD

WITH 3-PRONG

GROUNDING PLUG

GROUNDING TYPE

WALL RECEPTACLE

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safety

INSTALLATION

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Leveling

To enhance appearance and maintain
performance, the refrigerator should be
level.Depending on the model, the refrig­erator can be leveled in one of two ways.

➢ All refrigerator models have leveling

screws at the base of the cabinet
beneath each front corner. Levelers
can be adjusted by turning in or out as
required. If the floor is not level and it
is necessary to raise the rear of the
cabinet, use a piece of plywood or
other shim material. To lock the cabi­net into place, turn down both leveling
screws.(See figure 1.)

TURN COUNTER-

CLOCKWISE TO

LOWER CABINET

CORNER

TURN CLOCKWISE

TO RAISE CABINET

CORNER

➢ Some refrigerator models have

adjustable wheels and can be leveled
by removing the base grille* and
adjusting the wheels with a

1

⁄4" socket

or screwdriver. (See figure 2.)

*To remove the base grille, grasp both

ends and pull straight out. To replace,
align the spring clips with the round
openings in the cabinet and push each
end in until the grille locks into place.

➢ For best results, after leveling the

cabinet, open and close the doors,
then relevel.

Figure 1

Figure 2

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° F, 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 the
door hinge side against a wall, you
may want to allow additional space or
reverse the door swing (see page 4)
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.

➢ Refrigerator should remain upright for

at least 30 minutes before plugging in.

Uncrate

➢ Remove and retain levelers attached

to crate base.

➢ Remove and discard crate base and

screws.

➢ Using slip joint pliers, install levelers

all the way into holes located in the
front corners of the cabinet.

Your new refrigerator was packed care­fully for shipment. 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.

Ensure proper
air circulation

In order to ensure proper temperatures,
you need to permit air flow between the
refrigerator and freezer sections. As
shown in the illustration.

DO NOT block any of these vents with
food packages. If the vents are blocked,
airflow will be prevented and temperature
and moisture problems may occur.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove foam insu­lation from the vents located in the ceiling
of the fresh food compartment.

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Levelers

Crate

Base

Screws

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INSTALLATION,CONT.

Door Adjustment

(IF NEEDED)

• Retighten screws after making
adjustments.

* Refer to installation instructions for

more information.

Door should be level when the cabinet is
level.

• The freezer door is too high.

•Both doors are too high.

•Both doors are too low.

Top-Mount Handle

TOP MOUNT HANDLE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

TOP OF FREEZER DOOR

ALIGN HANDLE OVER SCREW HOLES.
FIRST INSTALL THE "A" SCREWS TO
SECURE HANDLE, FOLLOWED BY THE
"B" SCREWS.

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

NO. 2 PHILLIPS
SCREW DRIVER
IS REQUIRED
FOR
INSTALLATION.

A

A

B

B

NOTE: ALL HANDLE TIE DOWN
SCREW HOLES AT THE TOP AND
BOTTOM OF THE DOORS ARE SIZED
FOR SELF THREADING SCREWS.

DO

NOT

DRILL THEM TO A LARGER SIZE.

REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE WITHOUT EXTENSION TRIM

ALIGN HANDLE OVER SCREW
HOLES. FIRST INSTALL THE "A"
SCREW TO SECURE HANDLE,
FOLLOWED BY THE "B" SCREW.

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

NO. 2 PHILLIPS
SCREW DRIVER
IS REQUIRED
FOR
INSTALLATION.

INSTALL SCREW IN
HANDLE HOLE.

DO

NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

SNAP EXTENSION INTO
PLACE AT THE BOTTOM
OF THE HANDLE.

A

B

REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE WITH EXTENSION TRIM

NO. 2 PHILLIPS SCREW DRIVER IS
REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION.

ALIGN HANDLE OVER SCREW
HOLES. FIRST INSTALL THE "A"
SCREW TO SECURE HANDLE,
FOLLOWED BY THE "B" SCREW.

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

INSTALL SCREW IN HANDLE
HOLE.

DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

SLIDE HANDLE
EXTENSION OVER
BRACKET AT
BOTTOM OF
DOOR.

SNAP TOP OF EXTENSION
INTO PLACE AT THE
BOTTOM OF THE
HANDLE.

ON CERTAIN MODELS

REMOVE BACKING
FROM TAPE.

AFTER
STEP 5

APPLY
PRESSURE.

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installation

Reversing Doors

Tools Required: Phillips screwdriver,
5/16" socket and ratchet, putty knife or
5/16" end wrench.

1. Remove the hinge cap and set aside.

2. Remove screws and hinge with a
5/16" socket wrench and set aside.

3. Carefully lift and remove freezer door.

4. Remove screw and hinge arm from
top of the refrigerator door.

5. Carefully lift and remove refrigerator
door.

6. Remove grille cover and set aside.

7. Remove hinge plate from lower cor­ner of refrigerator and secure it on the
opposite side.

8. Remove the plate from the underside
of the refrigerator door and secure it
on the opposite side.

9. Remove the plate from the underside
of the freezer door and secure it on
the opposite side.

10. Remove the plug buttons from tops of
freezer and refrigerator doors and
replace them on the opposite side.

11. Remove screw hole plugs from top of
cabinet and replace on the opposite
side.

12. Remove washers and stem from the
inside of the hinge plate and place
them on the outside of the hinge
plate.

13. Carefully replace refr igerator door on
the hinge plate in lower corner.

14. Slide the hinge arm into place and
secure with screw.

15. Carefully place freezer door on top of
hinge arm use foam door spacer to
set gap.*

16. Slide top hinge into place on freezer
door and secure screws with 5/16"
wrench.

17. Snap hinge cap securely in place.

18. Replace grille cover.

Remember to plug in your refrigerator
and reset the controls to the appropriate
setting(s).

Removing Doors

(IF NEEDED)

Rest door on a non-scratching surface.

A. Remove left screw.
B. Open door and lift. Rest door on a

non-scratching surface.

Tools

Remove hinge plate assembly. Rest door
on a non-scratching surface.

Do not discard the foam door spacer.
Doors may settle with use.

*

For further assistance, call 1-800-688-9900 U.S.A., 1-800-688-2002 Canada or www.maytag.com

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TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

Depending on the model, the style of the controls will vary. The controls are located at the top of the fresh food compartment.

Dial controls

TEMPERATURE CONTROL GUIDE

Fresh Food Compartment Adjust fresh food control to next higher setting.
too Warm

Fresh Food Compartment Adjust fresh food control to next lower setting.
too Cold

Freezer too Warm Adjust freezer control to next higher setting.
Freezer too Cold Adjust freezer control to next lower setting.
Turn Refrigerator Off Set fresh food control to OFF or 0.

(Dial Controls)
Turn Refrigerator Off Slide the freezer control to OFF.

(Slide Controls)

NOTE: Turning the control to OFF or 0 stops cooling in BOTH compartments. It does
not shut off power to the refrigerator.

Slide controls

➢ The freezer control has settings from 1

(warmest) to 7 (coldest). Initially set
this control on 4.

➢ The refrigerator 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.

NOTE

❚ Your refrigerator will run continu-

ously for several hours when you
first start it. This is normal.

❚ Let the refrigerator run at least 8-12

hours before adding food.

Adjusting the controls

➢ 24 hours after adding food, you may

decide that one or both compartments
should be colder or warmer. If so,
adjust the control(s) as indicated in the
table below.

➢ Except when starting the refr igerator,

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.

Wa rm cabinet surfaces

At times, the front of the refrigerator cab­inet may be warm to the touch. This is a
normal occurrence that helps prevent
moisture from condensing on the cabinet.
This condition will be more noticeable
when you first start the refrigerator, dur­ing hot weather and after excessive or
lengthy door openings.

➢ The fresh food control has settings

from 1 (warmest) to 7 (coldest).
Initially set this control on 4.

INITIAL SETTINGS

INITIAL SETTINGS

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ice service

ICE SERVICE

Some models are automatic ice maker
ready. The number of the appropriate ice
maker kit needed for installation into
these models appears on the data plate.
The kit contains installation instructions
and water connection instructions.

Other models have a factory installed ice
maker. Connect the ice maker to the
water supply as instructed in the separate
instructions furnished with the refrigera­tor.Proper water flow and a level refrig-

erator is essential for optimal ice
maker performance.

After your refrigerator has been connect­ed to the water supply, move the sensor
arm into the down position.The ice maker
will fill with water when the freezer reach­es the proper temperature.

Some ice makers are equipped with an
adjustable sensor arm that allows you to
adjust the amount of ice in your ice storage
tray for times when less ice is needed.

NOTE

❚ Energy rating guides that are post-

ed on the refrigerator at the time of
purchase do not include optional
ice maker energy usage.

To adjust the amount of ice produced:

(select models) Rotate the wire lever arm
to provide the desired level of ice produc­tion. The 100% setting provides maxi­mum ice production.

➢ It may be 8 to 12 hours before the ice

maker furnishes any usable ice cubes.
The first one or two batches will prob­ably contain undersized and irregular
cubes because of air in the supply
line.

➢ The initial batch may also contain

impurities from the new water supply
piping. Therefore, all cubes from the
first two or three batches should be
discarded.

➢ When the ice cubes are ejected it is

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

➢ Certain sounds may accompany the

various cycles of the ice maker. The
motor may have a slight hum, the
cubes will rattle as they fall into an
empty storage pan and the water
valve may click or “buzz” occasionally.

➢ If the ice is not used frequently, the ice

cubes will become cloudy, shrink, stick
together and taste stale.Empty the ice
storage bin periodically and wash it in
lukewarm water. Be sure to dry the bin
before replacing it.

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Wire Lever

Arm

Sensor

Arm

➢ To r em o v e the ice bin, pull it forward,

away from the ice maker.To avoid the
ice maker dumping ice while the bin is
removed, turn the ice maker off by lift­ing the sensor arm.

➢ To replace the ice bin, reverse the

above procedure. Turn the ice maker
on by lowering the sensor arm.

➢ Beverage and foods should not be

placed in the ice storage bin for quick
chilling. These items can block the
sensor arm, causing the ice maker to
malfunction.

➢ Tu rn off (arm up) the ice maker when

the water supply is to be shut off for
several hours.

Ice Cube Trays

Some models are equipped with ice cube
trays.To release the ice cubes from a tray,
hold the tray upside down and twist both
ends.

The ice bin (select models) either slides
into rails under an ice cube tray rack or
stacks on top of the ice cube trays.

Automatic Ice Maker
(optional)

FOR Y OUR SAFETY

Do not place fingers or hands on
the automatic ice making mecha­nism while the refrigerator is
plugged in. This will help protect
you from possible injury. It will also
prevent interference with moving
parts of the ejector mechanism and
the heating element that releases
the cubes.

Under certain rare circumstances,
ice cubes may be discolored,
usually appearing with a green­bluish hue. The cause of this
unusual discoloration can be a
combination of factors such as cer­tain characteristics of local waters,
household plumbing and the accu­mulation of copper salts in an inac­tive water supply line which feeds
the ice maker.

Continued consumption of such
discolored ice cubes may be injurious
to health. If such discoloration is
observed, discard the ice cubes
and contact your dealer to pur­chase and install a water line filter.

For further assistance, call 1-800-688-9900 U.S.A., 1-800-688-2002 Canada or www.maytag.com

WARNING

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LOOKING INSIDE

Shelves

Your refrigerator has either Spill­Catcher™ or Tempered Glass Shelves.

The Spill-Catcher™ shelves have a spill
retainer edge which allows for easier
clean up, and some are equipped with
the Easy Glide slide out feature.

To slide out (select models), grasp the
front of the shelf and pull forward.Push in
the shelf to return to the original position.

To remove a shelf, slightly lift up the rear
of the shelf and pull the shelf straight out

To lock the shelf into another position, tilt
up the front edge of the shelf. Inser t the
hooks into the desired frame openings
and let the shelf settle into place, being
sure the shelf is securely locked at the
rear.

➢

Never attempt to adjust a shelf
that is loaded with food (except
in the case of the Elevator

TM

Shelf).

ELEVATOR™ SHELF

(select models)
The fresh food compartment may also be

equipped with an Elevator™ Shelf. This
shelf has a spill retainer edge for easy
cleanup. It also has the convenient slide
out feature that allows easy access to
items stored at the rear of the shelf.

This shelf can be adjusted up or down
without having to be unloaded of its con­tents. To adjust an Elevator™ Shelf, pull
out the knob on the crank handle. Rotate
the crank clockwise to raise the height of
the shelf, and counterclockwise to lower
the height of the shelf.

To remove the Elevator™ shelf for occa­sional cleaning, completely unload the
shelf and pull the shelf forward.When the

shelf stops, press up on the tabs located
underneath its outside edges, then con­tinue pulling forward, clear of the frame.

To reinstall, align the shelf to the frame
and push it all the way back.(There is no
need to depress the tabs for reinstalla­tion).

In ordinary use, the Elevator™ shelf with
the frame assembly does NOT require
removal.Though unlikely, and not recom­mended, the correct removal procedure
is as follows:

Unload the shelf completely, raise the
shelf to its highest possible position.
While supporting the shelf and frame
from the front, press both locks inward.
Lift slightly and tilt the frame assembly to
allow the rear guides to clear the vertical
rails.

To reinstall, tilt the frame assembly while
depressing both locks, reposition the rear
guide behind the vertical rails. When the
shelf is level, release the locks allowing
the shelf to latch in the correct position.

ADJUSTABLE FREEZER
SHELF (select models)

To remove the shelf, lift the left end up
about 3 inches; pull the right end bars out
of the side wall cups.To replace the shelf,
reposition the removable support plugs
on the left side wall to the desired level
and reverse the removal procedure.

EXPANDABLE-WIDTH
FREEZER SHELF

(select models)
The shelf adjusts sideways to open up a

full-height space for tall packages, such
as pizza. The leg on the right side of the
shelf slides to make this adjustment.

The shelf can also adjust to two heights.
To adjust the shelf height, remove the
shelf from the freezer.Slide the leg out of
the channels and reinsert the leg in the
alternate height position. Return the shelf
to the freezer, inserting the left end into
the liner cups.

DOOR STORAGE

Pick-Off Door Bins (select models) are

roomy enough to handle gallon-plus
sized containers.They are adjustable and
can be easily removed.

To remove, lift the bin front up until it
clears the retainers on the door liner then
pull the bin straight out

To replace, reverse the above procedure.
Other models are constructed with

durable, Fixed Door Shelves with the
gallon-plus storage capacity.

Some refrigerator and freezer door
shelves have Keepers to secure bottles
and other containers in place when the
door is being opened or closed. The
keepers are easily adjusted by sliding
from side to side.

The Tall Bottle Retainer (select models)
is designed to prevent tall bottles from tip­ping forward. It is easily adjusted by slid­ing from side to side.

WARNING

Other models have a partial width freezer
shelf. This shelf is positioned on the left
side of the freezer compartment by
mounting into the left side wall.

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RACKS

The Multi-Can Rack (select models)
suspends from one of the spill-proof
refrigerator shelves. It hooks over the
wires found in the framework under the
shelf. The sloped design allows for cans
to roll forward as one is removed. (This
rack cannot be positioned under an
Elevator™ shelf.)

The Multi-Use Rack (select models)
provides a place for horizontally storing
wine.The rack also can hold canned bev­erages or an egg carton.

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

Special Storage Areas

Your refrigerator has either a Snack
Center Drawer or an Adjusti-Temp™
Drawer.

For models with the Adjusti-Temp™
Drawer, a control is located on the shelf

front above the drawer. Simply slide the
control knob left or right to adjust the in­ternal temperature of the drawer.

➢ For cheese storage, slide the control

to the left. To achieve a lower temper­ature within the drawer when storing
fresh meat, poultry or fish, slide the
control to the right.

To replace the drawer, reverse the above
procedure.

This drawer can be positioned as desired
on either the left or right side of the refrig­erator cabinet.

For best results, keep this drawer closed
tightly.

The Crispers provide storage for fruit
and vegetables.There is a humidity con­trol located on the crisper shelf above
each of the crisper drawers.

➢ For fruit storage, slide the crisper con-

trol to the left to provide lower humidi­ty conditions in the drawer.

➢ For vegetable storage, slide the crisper

control to the right to provide higher
humidity conditions in the drawer.

To remove a crisper drawer for cleaning:

➢ pull out the crisper until it stops
➢ tilt the drawer front up and pull it out

To replace a crisper drawer:

➢ align the drawer in the tracks
➢ lift the drawer front and slide in

For best results, keep the crispers tightly
closed.

To remove the Crisper Top:

➢ lift the front edge of the shelf
➢ pull the shelf straight out

To replace the Crisper Top:

➢ set the rear bars on the support
➢ push the shelf back until the front edge

can be lowered into place

Your refrigerator may come equipped
with an Egg Cradle (style may vary). It
can be removed to be washed or carried
to a work area.

To use the Dairy Compartment, raise
the cover.The dairy compartment may be
equipped with a Keeper to secure food
items in place.If your model has the dairy
keeper , simply slide it from side to side for
desired placement.

In some models, the dairy compartment
can be removed.

The Slide Out Freezer Basket (select
models) is found in the main freezer com­partment. It is a convenient storage area,
providing easy access to items stored in
the rear of the freezer. Slide the basket
out to reach or store frozen foods.

To remove the basket:

➢ pull the basket until it stops
➢ lift and pull the basket out

To replace the basket, reverse the
removal procedure.

The Drop Down Freezer Basket (select
models) is found on the lower shelf of the
freezer door.This area provides space for
frozen food items that tend to shift or slide
(such as bagged vegetables).

The Snack Center drawer does not have
an adjustable temperature capability.

To remove the Snack Center Drawer or
Adjusti-Temp Drawer for cleaning:

➢ pull the drawer out until it stops
➢ lift the drawer up slightly and pull it out

For further assistance, call 1-800-688-9900 U.S.A., 1-800-688-2002 Canada or www.maytag.com

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FOOD STORAGE TIPS

Fresh Food Storage

➢ The fresh food compartment of a

refrigerator should be kept between
34° F and 40° F with an optimum tem­perature of 37° F. To check the tem­perature, place an appliance ther­mometer in a glass of water and place
in the center of the refrigerator.Check
after 24 hours. If the temperature is
above 40° F adjust the controls as
explained on page 5.

➢ Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator

shelves.This reduces the circulation of
air around the food and results in
uneven cooling.

FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

➢ Storage in the crisper drawers traps

moisture to help preserve the fruit and
vegetable quality for longer time peri­ods. (Refer to page 8).

➢ Sort fr uits and vegetables before stor-

age and use bruised or soft items first.
Discard those showing signs of decay.

➢ Always wrap odorous foods such as

onions and cabbage so the odor does
not transfer to other foods.

➢ While vegetables need a certain

amount of moisture to remain fresh,
too much moisture can shorten stor­age times (especially leafy vegeta­bles). Drain vegetables well before
storing.

MEAT AND CHEESE

➢ Raw meat and poultry should be

wrapped securely so leakage and
contamination of other foods or sur­faces does not occur.

➢ Occasionally mold will develop on the

surface of hard cheeses (Swiss,
Cheddar, Parmesan). Cut off at least
an inch around and below the moldy
area. Keep your knife or instrument
out of the mold itself. The remaining
cheese will be safe and flav orful to eat.
Do NOT try to save individual cheese
slices, soft cheese, cottage cheese,
cream, sour cream or yogurt when
mold appears.

DAIRY FOOD

➢ Most dairy foods such as milk, yogurt,

sour cream and cottage cheese have
freshness dates on their cartons for
appropriate length of storage. Store
these foods in the original carton and
refrigerate immediately after purchas­ing and after each use.

Frozen Food Storage

➢ The freezer compartment of a refriger-

ator should be kept at approximately
0° F. To check the temperature, place
an appliance thermometer between
the frozen packages and check after
24 hours. If the temperature is above
0˚ F, adjust the control as described on
page 5.

➢ A freezer operates more efficiently

when it is at least two-thirds full.

PACKAGING FOODS FOR
FREEZING

➢ To minimize dehydration and quality

deterioration use aluminum foil, freez­er wrap, freezer bags or airtight con­tainers. Force as much air out of the
packages as possible and be sure
they are tightly sealed.Tr apped air can
cause the food to dry out, change
color and develop an off-flavor (freez­er burn).

➢ Overwrap fresh meats and poultry

with suitable freezer wrap prior to
freezing.

➢ Do not refreeze meat that has com-

pletely thawed.

LO ADING THE FREEZER

➢ Avoid adding too much warm food to

the freezer at one time.This overloads
the freezer, slows the rate of freezing
and can raise the temperature of
frozen foods.

➢ Leave space between the packages so

cold air can circulate freely, allowing
food to freeze as quickly as possible.

➢ Avoid storing hard-to-freeze foods

such as ice cream and orange juice on
the freezer door shelves.These foods
are best stored in the freezer interior
where the temperature varies less with
door openings.

Refer to the Food Storage Chart on
page 10 for approximate storage
times.

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food storage tips

FOOD STORAGE CHART

(Storage times are approximate and ma y v ary depending on type of packaging, storage temperature , and the quality of the f ood when
purchased.)

Foods

Butter
Milk & cream

Cream cheese, cheese
spread & cheese food

Cottage cheese
Sour cream

Hard cheese (Swiss,
Cheddar & Parmesan)

Eggs in the shell
Leftover yolks or whites

Apples
Bananas
Pears, plums, avocados
Berries, cherries, apricots
Grapes
Citrus fruits
Pineapples, cut

Asparagus
Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cau-

liflower, green peas, lima
beans, onions, peppers

Cabbage, celery
Carrots, parsnips, beets, &

turnips
Lettuce

Chicken and Turkey, whole
Chicken and Turkey, pieces
Fish

Bacon
Beef or lamb, ground

Beef or lamb, roast & steak
Ham, fully cooked, whole

half
slices

Luncheon meat
Pork, roast
Pork, chops
Sausage, ground
Sausage, smoked
Veal
Frankfurters

Refrigerator

1 month
1 week

1-2 weeks

3-5 days
10 days

1-2 months

3 weeks
2-4 days

1 month
2-4 days
3-4 days
2-3 days
3-5 days
1-2 weeks
2-3 days

1-2 days
3-5 days

1-2 weeks
7-10 days

7-10 days

1-2 days
1-2 days
1-2 days

7 days
1-2 days

3-5 days
7 days

5 days
3 days

3-5 days
3-5 days
3-5 days
1-2 days
7 days
3-5 days
7 days

Freezer

6-9 months
Not recommended

Not recommended

Not recommended

4-6 months
May become crumbly

Not recommended
9-12 months

8 months (cooked)
6 months (whole/peeled)
Not recommended
6 months
1 month (whole)
Not recommended
6-12 months

8-10 months
8-10 months

Not recommended
8-10 months

Not recommended

12 months
9 months
2-6 months

1 month
3-4 months

6-9 months
1-2 months

1-2 months
1-2 months

1-2 months
4-6 months

4 months
1-2 months
1-2 months
4-6 months

1 month

Storage Tips

Wrap tightly or cover.
Check carton date. Close tightly. Don’t retur n unused por tions

to original container.Don’t freeze cream unless whipped.
Wrap tightly.

Store in original carton. Check carton date.

Wrap tightly. Cut off any mold.

Refrigerate small ends down.
For each cup of yolks to be frozen, add 1 tsp.sugar for use in
sweet, or 1 tsp. salt for non-sweet dishes.

May also store unripe or hard apples at 60-70° F.
Ripen at room temperature before refrigerating.Bananas and avo-

cados darken when refrigerated.

May also store at 60-70° F. If refrigerated, store uncovered.
Will not ripen after purchase. Use quickly.

Do not wash before refrigerating.Store in crisper.
Wrap odorous foods.Leave peas in pods.

Wrap odorous foods & refrigerate in crisper.
Remove tops.Wrap odorous foods and refrigerate in the crisper.

Keep in original packaging for refrigeration. Place in the Meat and
Cheese Drawer.When freezing longer than 2 weeks, overwrap with
freezer wrap.

Fresh meats can be kept in original packaging for refrigeration.
Place in the Meat and Cheese Drawer.When freezing longer than
2 weeks, overwrap with freezer wrap.

Unopened, vacuum-packed luncheon meat may be kept up to 2
weeks in the Meat and Cheese Drawer.

Processed meats should be tightly wrapped and stored in the Meat
and Cheese Drawer.

EGGS

FRUITS

DAIRY PRODUCTS

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

VEGETABLES

MEATS

POULTRY & FISH

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STORING THE REFRIGERATOR

Vacat i ons

If you will be gone for a month or less,
leave the controls at the usual settings.

During longer absences:

1. Remove all food.

2. Shut off the ice maker (if installed) and
the valve where you tapped into the
water line to supply the refrigerator.

3. Disconnect the refrigerator from the
electrical outlet.

4. Clean and dry the refrigerator
thoroughly.

5. Leave the doors open to prevent
odors.

Moving

When moving, follow steps 1–4 under
Vacations. In addition, remove and care­fully pack any items that are easily
removable. Ship the refrigerator in an
upright position with the doors taped
shut.

CARE AND CLEANING

Refer to the chart on the following page for
specific refrigerator cleaning guidelines.

➢

Disconnect the power cord
before cleaning.

➢

Disconnect the power cord
before replacing light bulb(s).
Wear gloves as protection
against broken glass.

CLEANING UNDER THE
REFRIGERATOR

Your refrigerator can be rolled out for clean­ing the floor underneath. Raise the leveling
screws if engaged (see page 2). Pull the
refrigerator straight out from the wall.

REPLACING A
LIGHT BULB

Always use a standard 40 or 60 watt
appliance bulb.

Refrigerator

There are two light bulbs located under
the top of the refrigerator compartment,
on either side of the Dual Cool™ control
housing.

➢ Carefully grasp the lightbulb by reach-

ing behind the bulb cover.

➢ Unscrew the light bulb and replace.

Freezer

The freezer light (select models) is locat­ed on the back wall, near the upper right
corner.

To remove the bulb cover:
➢ Grasp the top and bottom of the bulb

cover.Press in the areas of the attach­ment tabs, applying enough pressure
to unhook the tabs. At the same time,
pivot the cover down and remove.

➢ Unscrew the lightbulb and replace.
➢ Replace the bulb cover by pivoting it

back into place and snapping the tabs
into the appropriate slots.

NO CLEAN™
COMMERCIAL-DUTY
CONDENSER

A clean condenser means more efficient
refrigerator operation. Thanks to the
unique design of the No Clean™ con­denser there is no longer a need for rou­tine condenser cleaning in normal home
usage surroundings.

Some operating environments may be
particularly dusty or greasy.In these situ­ations, the condenser can be periodically
cleaned to insure maximum efficiency.

No Defrosting

Your refrigerator is designed to defrost
automatically.

Energy Saving Tips

➢ 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 full 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 put-

ting 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.

CAUTION

CAUTION

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.

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Part

Cleaning Agents
Mild detergent and warm

water
Mild liquid sprays
Vacuum cleaner attach­ment

Cleaning brush
(Part No.20001017)
available from your dealer.

Mild detergent and warm
water
Mild liquid sprays

Mild detergent and warm
water
Mild liquid sprays

Light cleaning: mild
detergent and water or a
solution of white vinegar
and water

Moderate soil: Bon Ami*
Discolorations: Cameo

Stainless Steel Cleaner*

Tips and Precautions

Remove the base grille by grasping the ends and pulling straight out.
To replace, align the clips with the round openings in the cabinet and
push each end in until the base grille snaps into place.

No need for cleaning unless environment is particularly greasy, dusty
or there is significant pet traffic in the home (see page 11).

Dry with a clean, soft cloth.
Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet
towel.These may leave residue that can scratch and weaken the
paint. Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleansers, bleach or
cleaners containing bleach.These products can scratch and erode
the paint finish.
Do not wax plastic or vinyl parts.

Use a soft cloth or sponge.
Always wipe with the grain of the stainless steel.
Do not use chlorine bleach or a cleaning product that contains chlo-

rine bleach.
After cleaning, rinse and dry.To retore luster and remove streaks fol-

low with Stainless Steel Magic Spray* (Part No. 20000008).

Refrigerator Exterior

Refrigerator & Freezer Interior

Base grille

Condenser

Door handles

Door gasket

Glass shelves

Interior and door liner

Drawers, bins,
egg cradle, etc.

Painted metal surfaces:
Cabinet, doors

Stainless steel doors
(select models)

Refrigerator Cleaning Chart

Baking soda and warm
water
Mild detergent and warm
water

Mild detergent and warm
water
Glass cleaner
Mild liquid sprays

Mild detergent and warm
water
Baking soda and warm
water

Mild detergent and warm
water

Use 1-2 tablespoons baking soda per quart of water.Be sure to
wring out excess water from sponge or cloth when cleaning
around controls, lights, or electrical parts.

Allow the glass to warm up to room temperature before
immersing in warm water. Never use hot water.

See above for baking soda solution.
DO NOT use abrasive cleaners, concentrated detergents, bleach­es, cleaning waxes, solvents or polish cleaners to clean the refrig­erator interior.

Dry thoroughly. DO NOT wash in automatic dishwasher.

* Brand names are the trademarks of the respective manufacturer

➢

Disconnect the power cord before c leaning.Do not touch refrigerated surfaces with wet or damp hands. Damp objects
stick to cold metal surfaces. Before cleaning the freezer, allow it to warm up. Allow glass shelves to warm up before
immersing in warm water.

For further assistance, call 1-800-688-9900 U.S.A., 1-800-688-2002 Canada or www.maytag.com

care & cleaning

CAUTION

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NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS

Improvements in refrigeration design may produce sounds in your new refrigerator that are different or were not present in an older
model.These improvements were made to create a refrigerator that is better at preserving food, is more energy efficient, and is quieter
overall. Because new units run quieter, sounds may be detected that were present in older units, but were masked by higher sound
levels. Many of these sounds are normal. Please note that the surfaces adjacent to a refrigerator, such as hard walls, floors and
cabinetry may make these sounds seem ev en louder .The following are some of the normal sounds that may be noticed in a new refrig­erator.

DEFROST TIMER: Frost-free
refrigerators have a defrost timer
that will generate a clicking
sound when it cycles the unit into
and out of defrost cycle.

ICE MAKER: (if equipped) The ice maker will
occasionally generate a rattling sound when the
ice cubes are ready to drop down into the ice
bin. Also, the motor that ejects the ice from its
tray prior to dropping the ice may also be
detectable. These are normal sounds necessary
for making ice.

FREEZER COMPARTMENT
CONTRACTION AND EX­PANSION: A popping sound
may occur in the freezer when
the unit starts up due to
contraction or expansion of
the materials in the freezer
area.

REFRIGERANT FLOW: The flow of the
refrigerant in your refrigerator may cause a
gurgling or rattling sound when the unit is
running or just after the unit cycles off. The
refrigerant is still flowing in the tubing.

AIRFLOW SOUNDS: Both the freezer evaporator
fan and the condenser fan at the bottom of the
cabinet will create airflow sounds. The evaporator
fan is circulating the cold air throughout the
refrigerator and freezer compartments. The
condenser fan is removing the heat generated
when the unit is cooled.

WATER VALVE (if equipped): A buzzing
sound may be detected in the back of the
unit when the ice dispenser calls for the
water valve to open to fill the ice maker
tray. Following the ejection of the ice,
there may be some water dripping
sounds when the trays are being filled.

CABINET LEVELING: An unlevel
cabinet may cause rattling or vibrating
noises. This can be fixed by adjusting
the wheels or levelers properly.

COMPRESSOR: In order for a new
refrigerator to run more efficiently, the
refrigeration system may run longer to
keep food at the desired temperatures
for freshness. That new, high
efficiency compressor may run longer
and generate sounds such as a higher
pitched hum or pulsation.

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BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE

before you call

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
Won’t run Power cord not plugged in. Push plug into outlet.

No power to outlet. Replace fuse, reset circuit breaker.
Freezer control set to OFF position. Set freezer control (see page 5).
Refrigerator is in automatic defrost. Wait 25 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
Room temperature less than 55° F. Relocate unit to proper climate (see installation on page 2).

Runs too long, Today’s refrigerators start and stop more
too frequently often to maintain even temperatures.

Normal at startup for new or recently Wait 24 hours to completely cool down
installed units. (see temperature controls on page 5).

Prolonged or frequent door openings. This is normal.Minimize door openings.
Door not sealing. Check to see if something is preventing door from closing.
Base grille blocked. Unblock to allow warm air to exit unit.

Light not working Bulb burned out. Unplug refrigerator and change bulb (see page 11).

No power to unit. Check to see if power cord is completely plugged in.

Visible glow in Appearance of a red glow or reflection is
freezer vents normal during the defrost cycle.

War m air from This is normal air flow for condenser
cabinet bottom circulation.

Cabinet vibrates Cabinet not level.Weak floor. Level cabinet (see page 2.)
Odor in cabinet Odor producing foods not covered. Cover or wrap odorous foods tightly. Clean cabinet.

Noise, sounds and Normal noise. See Normal Operating Sounds page 13.
vibrations

Cabinet not level. Level cabinet (see page 2).

Freezer, refrigerator Control set too warm. Adjust temperature control (see page 5).
too warm (soft ice cream) Prolonged door openings. Minimize door openings.

Room temperature less than 55° F. Unit will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures.
Products with high sugar content may

not harden completely when frozen.

Freezer, refrigerator Control set too cold. Adjust temperature control (see page 5).
too cold (food freezing)

Automatic icemaker Sensor ar m in up position. Adjust sensor arm down to ON position.
not working

Cabinet not level. Level unit (see page 2).
Water supply not connected or restricted. Connect water supply, or clear obstr uctions.
Freezer too warm. Adjust freezer temperature control (see page 5).

Ice cubes have Old cubes. Discard; ice cubes may absorb odors which affect taste.
odor/taste

Bad water quality. Contact local water treatment company.
Food transmits odor/taste to ice. Wrap foods tightly.

Ice cubes sticking in tray Residue from minerals in the water. Wipe trays with vinegar-soaked cloth until clean.
Ice cubes evaporating Limited use of ice. Dump old ice cubes.

Moisture on cabinet Not unusual during periods of high humidity.
surface between doors

Moisture on inside cabinet Hot humid weather. Normal.
walls or in crisper

Frequent or prolonged door openings. Minimize door openings.
Door not closed properly. Check to see if something is preventing door from closing.
Food not wrapped properly. Wrap or cover all foods tightly.

Foods dry out Crisper not tightly closed. Close crisper all the way.

Temperature controls set too cold. Adjust temperature controls (see page 5).
Packages not wrapped or sealed properly. Wrap or cover all foods tightly.

Excessive moisture in Food not wrapped properly. Wrap or cover all foods tightly.
crisper

Hot, humid weather. Minimize door openings.

Review this chart of troubleshooting tips first…you may not need to call for service at all.

GENERAL OPERATION

NOISE

TEMPERATURE

ICEMOISTURE

For further assistance, call 1-800-688-9900 U.S.A., 1-800-688-2002 Canada or www.maytag.com