Maytag W10252999A User Manual

REFRIGERATOR

USER INSTRUCTIONS

THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. If you should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at www.maytag.com for additional information. If you still need assistance, call us at 1-800-688-9900. In Canada, visit our website at www.maytag.ca or call us at 1-800-807-6777.

You will need your model and serial number, located on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment.

Para obtener acceso a “Instrucciones para el usuario del refrigerador” en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.maytag.com.

Necesitará su número de modelo y de serie, ubicado en el interior del compartimiento del refrigerador.

Table of Contents / Table des matières

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY........................................................ 1

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS............................................. 2

REFRIGERATOR USE............................................................... 8

REFRIGERATOR CARE.......................................................... 13

TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................. 14

WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS .......................................16

PRODUCT DATA SHEETS ..................................................... 17

WARRANTY.............................................................................19

SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR.........................................20

INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION.......................................21

UTILISATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ....................................27

ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR....................................... 32

DÉPANNAGE...........................................................................33

FEUILLES DE DONNÉES SUR LE PRODUIT .......................36

GARANTIE ...............................................................................38

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

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:

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

DANGER

WARNING

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.

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You instructions.

W10252999A

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

■

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.

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■

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).

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: 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.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpack the Refrigerator

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.

Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:

■ Take off the doors.

■ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily

climb inside.

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.

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.

■ 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.

Clean Before Using

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

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.

Location Requirements

Electrical 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.

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a ¹⁄₂" (1.25 cm) space at the top and 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 3³⁄₄" (9.5 cm) minimum space between the refrigerator and wall to allow the door to swing open.

NOTE: It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or other heat source. Do not install the refrigerator in a location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).

¹⁄₂" (1.25 cm)

3³⁄₄" (9.5 cm)

WARNING

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.

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, and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and turn Cooling ON. See “Using the Controls.”

Water Supply Requirements

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

TOOLS NEEDED:

■ Flat-blade screwdriver

■ ⁷⁄₁₆" and ¹⁄₂" Open-end or two

adjustable wrenches

IMPORTANT:

■ All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

■ Do not use a piercing-type or ³⁄₁₆" (4.76 mm) saddle valve

which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

■ Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing

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

■ For models with water filters, the disposable water filter

should be replaced at least every 6 months.

■ ¹⁄₄" Nut driver

■ ¹⁄₄" Drill bit

■ Cordless drill

Water Pressure

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

have selected.

A cold water supply with water pressure of between 35 and 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply

IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out of a

reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 35 and 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa).

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

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

■ Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse

osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.

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

after heavy usage.

■ If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may further reduce the

water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system. Remove the water filter. See “Water Filtration System.”

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

Connect the Water Supply

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

is connected, turn the ice maker OFF.

Connect to Water Line

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long

enough to clear line of water.

3. Locate a ½" to 1¹⁄₄" (12.7 mm to 31.8 mm) 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 rear of the 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.

A B

D E

F G

A. Cold water pipe B. Pipe clamp C. Copper tubing D. Compression nut

E. Compression sleeve F. Shutoff valve

G. Packing nut

6. Fasten the shutoff 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.

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 shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the copper tubing.

Connect to Refrigerator

1. Remove plastic cap from water supply connection. Place

brass nut and compression sleeve on copper tube end as shown.

A. Brass nut B. Compression sleeve

2. Place end of copper tubing into plastic water valve supply

line. Slide the brass nut over the sleeve and screw the nut into supply line.

3. Using an adjustable wrench, hold the nut on the plastic water

line to keep it from moving. Then, with a second wrench turn the nut on the copper tubing counterclockwise to completely tighten. Do not overtighten.

4. Check connection by pulling on the copper tubing.

5. Attach the copper tubing to the refrigerator with a “P” clamp.

Slide the plastic water line into the retainer.

Refrigerator Doors and Drawer

All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after “Final Steps.”

A.“P” Clamp B. Brass nut

6. Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for leaks.

Correct any leaks.

C. Compression sleeve

Complete the Installation

WARNING

Remove and Replace Handles

1. Using a ³⁄₃₂" Allen wrench, loosen the two setscrews located

on the side of each handle. See Metal Handle graphics 1 and 2.

2. Pull the handle straight out from the door. Make sure you

keep the screws for reattaching the handles.

3. To replace the handles, reverse the directions.

Remove Doors and Hinges

IMPORTANT:

■ Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from

doors.

■ Keep the refrigerator doors closed until you are ready to lift

them free from the cabinet. NOTE: Provide additional support for the refrigerator door

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

TOOLS NEEDED: ⁵⁄₁₆", ³⁄₈", ¹⁄₄" hex-head socket wrench, #2 Phillips screwdriver, and a flat-blade screwdriver.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove the base grille. Grasp the grille firmly and pull it

toward you.

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.

1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

2. Flush the water system. See “Water and Ice Dispenser.” 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 the ice container.

3. Starting with the right-hand side door, remove the parts for

the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door from the bottom hinge pin.

4. Remove the hinge pin cover from the bottom hinge pin and

keep it for later use. See Bottom Hinge graphic.

5. Remove top hinge cover from left side refrigerator door.

6. Remove the façade from the front of the top of the cabinet.

Remove the screw on the backside of the center of the façade, then slide the façade forward and out from under the hinge.

7. Disconnect the wiring plug located on top of the hinge by

wedging a flat-blade screwdriver or your fingernail between the two sections.

8. Disconnect the water line by pulling back on the locking collar

while pulling the water line out of the water line connector.

9. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge

graphic. Lift the left-hand side door from the bottom hinge pin.

NOTE: On some models, remove the hinge pin cover from the bottom hinge pin and keep it for later use. See Bottom Hinge graphic.

10. Using a ³⁄₈" hex wrench, remove the leveling leg brackets from

the bottom of the cabinet. Keep screws for later use.

Replace Doors and Hinges

1. Assemble the parts for the top hinges as shown in Top Hinge

graphic. Do not tighten the screws completely.

2. Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in Bottom

Hinge graphic. Tighten screws. Replace the refrigerator door. NOTE: Provide additional support for the refrigerator door

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

3. Align the door so that the bottom of the refrigerator door

aligns evenly with the top of the freezer drawer. Tighten all screws.

4. Reconnect the wiring plug on top of the left-hand side

refrigerator door.

5. Reconnect the water line by pulling back the locking collar

ring while firmly pushing the water line into the connector.

6. Check for leaks. Replace the façade and top hinge covers.

Remove and Replace Freezer Drawer

IMPORTANT: Two people may be required to remove and

replace the freezer drawer. Graphics are included later in this section.

Remove Drawer Front

1. Open the freezer drawer to full extension.

2. Loosen the four screws attaching the drawer glides to the

drawer front. See Drawer Front Removal graphic. NOTE: Loosen screws three to four turns. Keep the screws in

the drawer front.

3. Lift drawer front upward and off the screws. See Drawer Front

Removal graphic.

Replace Drawer Front

1. Slide the drawer glides out of the freezer compartment. Insert

the screws in the top of the drawer front into the slots in the drawer brackets. See Drawer Front Replacement graphic.

2. Pull the drawer brackets toward you to position the two

screws in the bottom of the drawer front into the brackets. See Drawer Front Replacement graphic.

3. Completely tighten the four screws.

Adjust the Doors

2. Turn the brake foot clockwise until it is firmly against the floor

to keep the refrigerator from rolling forward when the freezer drawer is pulled open.

A. Front roller adjustment screw B. Brake foot

3. Open the door again to make sure that it closes as easily as

you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws clockwise. It may take several more turns, and you should turn both screws the same amount.

Final Steps

1. Replace the base grille.

WARNING

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.

1. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the door to

close more easily, raise or lower the cabinet. Using a ³⁄₈"hex driver, turn the roller adjustment screw(s) on each side to raise or lower that side of the refrigerator.

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the adjustment screws and rollers. This makes it easier to turn the screws. It may take several turns of the roller adjustment screw to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.

■ To raise, turn the roller adjustment screw to the right.

■ To lower, turn the roller adjustment screw to the left.

2. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

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

refrigerator and freezer.

Top Hinges

Door Removal & Replacement

Façade

B C

A. Hinge Cover Screw B. Top Hinge Cover

/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

D. Top Hinge

Bottom Hinges

A. Hinge Pin Cover B. Bottom Hinge C. Hinge Screws

Wiring Plug

A. Screw

/32" Setscrew

Water Connection

Drawer Front Removal

A. Loosen 4 Door Bracket Screws

A. 3/32" Setscrew

Drawer Front Replacement

REFRIGERATOR USE

Opening and Closing Doors

There are two refrigerator compartment doors. The doors can be opened and closed either separately or together.

There is a vertically-hinged seal on the left refrigerator door.

■ When the left side door is opened, the hinged seal

automatically folds inward so that it is out of the way.

■ When both doors are closed, the hinged seal automatically

forms a seal between the two doors.

A. Hinged seal

Using the Controls

The refrigerator and freezer controls are located on the dispenser panel and display screen.

A. Display screen

Language Selection

The language of the text on the display screen can be set to English, Spanish or French.

■ To change the display screen text from English to Spanish or

French, press the HOME button on the dispenser panel. On the display screen, press OPTIONS, then PREFERENCES, then LANGUAGE. Select ESPAÑOL (Spanish) or FRANÇAIS (French), wait 15 seconds or press BACK, and the screen text will be changed.

■ To change the display screen text from Spanish to English,

press the HOME button on the dispenser panel. On the display screen, press OPCIONES, then PREFERENCIAS, then IDIOMA. Select INGLÉS, wait 15 seconds or press ATRÁS, and the screen text will be changed.

■ To change the display screen text from French to English,

press the HOME button on the dispenser panel. On the display screen, press OPTIONS, then PRÉFÉRENCES, then LANGUE. Select ANGLAIS, wait 15 seconds or press RETOUR, and the screen text will be changed.

Cooling On/Off

To turn cooling off, press and hold the TEMP button on the dispenser panel for 3 seconds. Your refrigerator and freezer will not cool when cooling is off.

To turn cooling back on, press and hold the TEMP button for 3 seconds again.

Temperature Controls

For your convenience, your refrigerator and freezer controls are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the controls are still set to the “mid-settings.”

To view set points, press the TEMP button on the dispenser panel. The factory recommended set points are 0°F (-18°C) for the freezer and 38°F (3°C) for the refrigerator.

IMPORTANT:

■ Wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. If you

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

NOTE: Adjusting the set points to a higher (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.

■ The preset settings should be correct for normal household

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

■ Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments. Recheck the

temperatures before other adjustments are made.

■ The display screen on the dispenser control panel has a

backlight, which will turn off automatically when the controls have not been used for 2 minutes or more. When the backlight is off, the first press of a control button or the display screen will only reactivate the backlight, without changing any settings. Within 2 minutes after the backlight has been reactivated, additional presses of control buttons or the display screen will change the applicable settings.

Adjusting the Controls

To adjust the set points, press the TEMP button on the dispenser panel. Set points and adjusting information will appear on the display screen.

Refrigerator Controls

Make sure REFRIGERATOR is selected. The up and down arrows on the display screen allow you to adjust the refrigerator compartment temperature. The set point range for the refrigerator is 33°F to 45°F (0°C to 7°C).

■ Press the down arrow to lower the set point.

■ Press the up arrow to raise the set point.

NOTE: To view Celsius temperatures, press UNITS. To return the display setting to Fahrenheit, press UNITS again.

Freezer Controls

Make sure FREEZER is selected. The up and down arrows on the display screen allow you to adjust the freezer compartment temperature. The set point range for the freezer is -5°F to 5°F (-21°C to -15°C).

■ Press the down arrow to lower the set point.

■ Press the up arrow to raise the set point.

NOTE: To view Celsius temperatures, press UNITS. To return the display setting to Fahrenheit, press UNITS again.

CONDITION: TEMPERATURE

ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR too cold REFRIGERATOR Setting

1° higher

Door Ajar Alarm

The Door Ajar Alarm feature sounds an alarm when the refrigerator or freezer door is open for 5 minutes and the product cooling is turned on. The alarm will repeat every 2 minutes.

■ Close both doors to turn it off. The feature then resets and will

reactivate when either door is left open again for 5 minutes.

■ If you need to keep the doors open and wish to silence the

alarm for up to 5 minutes, press SNOOZE on the display screen.

■ If you need to keep the doors open and wish to silence the

alarm for longer than 5 minutes, press RESET on the display screen. The alarm will remain off until both doors are closed, then will reactivate when either door is left open again for 5minutes.

REFRIGERATOR too warm REFRIGERATOR Setting

1° lower

FREEZER too cold FREEZER Setting

1° higher

FREEZER too warm/too little ice FREEZER Setting

1° lower

Press BACK to exit adjust mode.

Additional Features

Fast Cool

The Fast Cool feature assists with periods of heavy ice usage, full grocery loads, or temporarily warm room temperatures.

On the display screen, press OPTIONS, then FAST COOL. The display screen indicates whether the feature is on or off. Press the FAST COOL icon to toggle between settings.

Once activated, the Fast Cool setting will remain on for 24 hours unless manually turned off. The display will continue to show your normal temperature set points.

NOTE: If increased ice production is desired at all times, change the freezer control to a lower setting. Setting the freezer to a colder temperature may make some foods, such as ice cream, harder.

Kitchen Timer

To assist with general kitchen activities, the controls include a timer feature.

1. On the display screen, press OPTIONS, then TIMER.

2. Use the up and down arrows to adjust the hours and minutes

as desired.

3. To start the timer countdown, press START. The timer will not

initiate if you exit the timer screen without pressing START.

■ When the timer is counting down, press PAUSE to pause

the countdown. Press START again to restart the countdown.

■ To reset the timer to zero, press RESET at any time.

■ Press MAXIMIZE to increase the size of the countdown

on the display screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the display will return to the previous screen.

IMPORTANT: When using the timer, you can also use other control and dispenser features. Press the HOME button on the dispenser panel. The timer countdown will be shown at the top of the display screen.

4. When the countdown reaches zero, the timer clock will blink

and a tone will sound, repeating every 30 seconds. Press RESET to turn off the tone and reset the timer feature.

Additional Settings

Time and Date

■ To change the time and date displayed, press OPTIONS, then

SETTINGS, then TIME & DATE. To change the time, use the up and down arrows. To change the date, press CHANGE DATE, then use the

arrows to adjust the setting as desired.

Sound Volume

■ To adjust the volume of all dispenser and control sounds,

press OPTIONS, then SETTINGS, then VOLUME. Select the desired volume, then wait 15 seconds or press BACK.

NOTE: Selecting MUTE will not disable the Door Ajar Alarm.

Screen Brightness

■ To adjust the brightness of the display screen, press

OPTIONS, then SETTINGS, then BRIGHTNESS. Select the desired brightness, then wait 15 seconds or press BACK.

Factory Reset

■ To reset all system settings and preferences to the factory

defaults, press OPTIONS, then SETTINGS, then FACTORY RESET. On the next screen, press YES to confirm. If you unintentionally press YES instead of NO, you will have 3 seconds to press CANCEL and retain your custom settings.

IMPORTANT: When choosing to return to the default settings, all customized preferences will be lost - including temperature set points, dispensing preferences and presets, language selection, volume and brightness settings, and time and date.

Tou ch Screen Ca re

IMPORTANT: Do not use sharp objects when using the touch

screen. Doing so could damage the screen. For information about cleaning the touch screen, see “Cleaning.”

Crisper Humidity Control

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper. Depending on your model, adjust the control to any setting between FRUIT and VEGETABLES or LOW and HIGH.

FRUIT / LOW (open) for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins.

VEGETABLES / HIGH (closed) for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

Water and Ice Dispenser (on some models)

Depending on your model, you may have one or more of the following options: the ability to select crushed or cubed ice; a rotating water dispenser faucet and pull-out tray; a special light that turns on when you use the dispenser; a lock option to avoid unintentional dispensing; or an indicator that tells you when there has been a power outage.

IMPORTANT: The language of the text on the display screen can be set to English, Spanish or French. For information about changing the language, see “Using the Controls.”

NOTES:

■ The dispensing system will not operate when the refrigerator

door is open.

■ After connecting the refrigerator to a water source, flush the

water system. Use a sturdy container to depress and hold the water dispenser pad for 5 seconds, then release it for 5 seconds. Repeat until water begins to flow. Once water begins to flow, continue depressing and releasing the dispenser pad (5 seconds on, 5 seconds off) for an additional 5 minutes. This will flush air from the filter and water dispensing system. Additional flushing may be required in some households. As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.

■ Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool down and chill

water.

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

first three batches of ice produced.

■ The display screen on the dispenser control panel has a

The Water Dispenser

IMPORTANT: Dispense enough water every week to maintain a

fresh supply. The default display unit for water dispensing is ounces. The units

can be changed to cups or liters.

To Dispense Water (Standard):

1. Press a sturdy glass against the water dispenser pad OR

place the glass below the water dispenser and press the water dispenser button.

2. Remove the glass OR release the button to stop dispensing.

To Dispense Water (Measured Fill):

Measured Fill allows you to dispense a specified amount of water with the touch of a few buttons.

NOTE: The amount of water you select will be dispensed. Be sure that the container is empty and can hold the entire volume. If ice is in the container, you may need to adjust your selection.

1. Press WATER on the display screen to turn the feature on. NOTE: The dispenser will automatically exit the Measured Fill

screen after 15 seconds of inactivity.

2. You can dispense water by the ounce, cup, or liter. Press UNITS to select your desired setting. Minimum and maximum volumes are listed below.

Units Minimum Maximum

Ounces 1 128

Cups ¹/₄ 16 Liters 0.05 4

3. Press the up and down arrows to adjust the volume as desired.

NOTE: Most coffee cups (commonly 4 to 6 oz [118 to 177 mL] per cup) are not the same size as a measuring cup (8 oz [237 mL]). You may need to adjust the volume to avoid unintentionally overfilling coffee cups.

4. To dispense water, press a sturdy glass against the water dispenser pad OR place the glass below the water dispenser and press the water dispenser button.

NOTE: While dispensing water, the digital display will count down how much water remains to be dispensed, according to the volume you selected. The flow of water will automatically stop once the desired volume has been dispensed.

5. To stop dispensing before the selected volume has been dispensed, remove the glass from the dispenser pad OR press the water dispenser button a second time.

NOTE: If you stop dispensing before the desired volume has been dispensed, the digital display will continue to show how much water remains to be dispensed. The display will exit the Measured Fill screen after 15 seconds of inactivity.

To select a new volume or select the same volume again, you must first finish dispensing the selected volume, or turn off the Measured Fill feature and then turn it back on.

Preset Volumes

The dispenser can store up to three preset water volumes, for easy dispensing into commonly used containers.

■ To store presets, press WATER, then PRESET. Locate a blank

or unwanted preset on the display screen. Press and hold that preset for 3 seconds, and the preset adjustment menu will appear on the display screen. Adjust the units and volume of water as desired, as instructed in steps 2 and 3 of the previous section. Press PRESET to save the preset.

■ To use presets, press WATER, then PRESET, then press and

release the desired preset. Dispense water as instructed in steps 4 and 5 of the previous section.

Rotating Faucet and Pull-out Tray (on some models)

Your dispenser may include a rotating water faucet and a small pull-out tray at the bottom of the dispenser.

A. Faucet rotated B. Pull-out tray

■ The faucet rotates to the center to allow for easy dispensing

into large containers. To rotate it, push in on the right-hand side of the faucet as shown.

Push in on the left-hand side to rotate the faucet back into place.

NOTE: When using the dispenser with the faucet rotated, do not use the water dispenser pad. Only use the water dispenser button to dispense. Dispensing by pressing the container against the water dispenser pad may result in unintentional spilling.

■ The tray can be pulled out a bit in order to better support

large containers. It is designed to catch small spills and allow for easy cleaning. There is no drain in the tray.

NOTE: The tray can be removed from the dispenser and carried to the sink to be emptied or cleaned. Pull the tray out until it hits the stop, then gently lift up on the back of the tray and slide it out the rest of the way.

The Ice Dispenser

Ice dispenses from the ice maker storage bin in the freezer when the dispenser pad is pressed. The dispensing system will not operate when the refrigerator door is open. To turn off the ice maker, see “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”

Your ice maker can produce crushed and cubed ice. Before dispensing ice, press ICE on the display screen to select which type of ice you would like to dispense.

The display screen indicates which type of ice is selected.

CRUSHED CUBED

For crushed ice, cubes are crushed before being dispensed. This may cause a slight delay when dispensing crushed ice. Noise from the ice crusher is normal, and pieces of ice may vary in size. When changing from crushed to cubed, a few ounces of crushed ice will be dispensed along with the first cubes.

To Dispense Ice:

1. Select the desired type of ice.

WARNING

Cut Hazard Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice. Failure to do so can result in cuts.

2. Press a sturdy glass against the ice dispenser pad OR place

the glass below the ice dispenser and press the ice dispenser button.

Hold the glass close to the dispenser opening so ice does not fall outside of the glass.

IMPORTANT: You do not need to apply a lot of pressure to the pad or button in order to activate the ice dispenser. Pressing hard will not make the ice dispense faster or in greater quantities.

3. Remove the glass OR release the button to stop dispensing. NOTE: Ice may continue to dispense for up to 10 seconds

after removing the glass from the pad or releasing the button. The dispenser may continue to make noise for a few seconds after dispensing.

The Dispenser Light

When you use the dispenser, the light will automatically turn on. If you want the light to be on continuously, press LIGHT on the display screen to toggle between the ON and OFF settings. The display screen indicates which mode is selected.

ON: The dispenser light will remain on at a consistent brightness. OFF: The dispenser light will remain off except when dispensing

water or ice. The dispenser lights are LEDs that cannot be changed. If it

appears that your dispenser lights are not working, see “Troubleshooting” for more information.

The Dispenser Lock

The dispenser can be turned off for easy cleaning or to avoid unintentional dispensing by small children and pets.

NOTE: The lock feature does not shut off power to the refrigerator, to the ice maker, or to the dispenser light. It simply deactivates the dispenser controls and levers. To turn off the ice maker, see “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”

■ To lock the dispenser, press OPTIONS, then LOCK, then YES.

The display screen will confirm when the dispenser is locked.

■ To unlock the dispenser, press OPTIONS, then LOCK, then

YES. The display screen will confirm when the dispenser is unlocked.

Power Outage Indicator (on some models)

Ice Production Rate

The power outage indicator lets you know if the power supply to your refrigerator is cut off for more than 1 hour.

When power is restored, a power outage alert will appear on the display screen. The display shows how long the refrigerator was without power, using exact times if the clock has been set.

When the indicator is on, all other dispenser functions are disabled. To use the dispenser, you must reset the power outage indicator.

■ Press RESET on the display screen, then press YES to

confirm that you want to reset the indicator.

From the Home screen, you can view the power outage history for the refrigerator. Press OPTIONS, then OUTAGE.

Ice Maker and Storage Bin

The ice maker and storage bin are located in the upper left-hand side of the refrigerator compartment.

Turning the Ice Maker On/Off

Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. When the ice maker is on, sensors will automatically stop ice production when the storage bin is full. The ice maker will remain set to ON, and ice production will resume when the bin is no longer full.

To manually turn off the ice maker, press OPTIONS on the display screen, then ICE MAKER. On the next screen, press ICE MAKER again to toggle between ON and OFF. When the ice maker is set to OFF, it will stop producing ice.

Removing and Replacing Ice Storage Bin

To Remove the Ice Storage Bin: NOTE: It is not necessary to turn off the ice maker when

removing the storage bin.

1. Pull the handle to unlock the ice storage bin.

2. Hold both sides of the ice storage bin, tilt the bin forward and

lift slightly to remove.

To Replace the Ice Storage Bin: IMPORTANT: The ice storage bin must be locked in place for

proper ice dispensing.

1. Replace the ice storage bin on the door.

2. Pivot the bin so that it is firmly in place, and push back to

assure that it is secure.

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

first three batches of ice produced.

■ The ice maker should produce approximately 40 batches of

ice in a 24-hour period.

■ To increase ice production, lower the freezer and refrigerator

temperature. See “Using the Controls.” Wait 24 hours between adjustments.

Remember

■ 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 use anything sharp to break up the ice in the bin. This

can cause damage to the ice bin and dispenser mechanism.

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

storage bin.

Water Filter Status Light

The water filter status light will help you know when to change your water filter. When the water filter status display changes from “NORMAL” to “ORDER,” this tells you that it is almost time to change the water filter cartridge. Replace the water filter cartridge when the water filter status display changes to “REPLACE.”

If water flow to your water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably, change the filter sooner. The filter should be replaced at least every 6 months depending on your water quality and usage. To change the filter, see “Water Filtration System.”

INDICATOR: STATUS:

NORMAL (green) New filter installed ORDER (yellow) Order filter REPLACE (red) OR

when water flow decreases

After changing the water filter, reset the status light. On the display screen, press OPTIONS, then WATER FILTER, then RESET, then YES. The status light will change from REPLACE (red) to NORMAL (green) when the system is reset.

Replace water filter

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