Whirlpool 2218585 User Manual

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REFRIGERATOR

Use & Care Guide

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2218585

TABLE OF CONTENTS

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY .............................................................3

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator.................................... 3

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION................................................. 4

Unpacking ....................................................................................4

Location Requirements................................................................4

Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4

Water Supply Connection............................................................5

Refrigerator Doors: Removing,Reversing (optional) and

Replacing .....................................................................................6

Door Closing and Alignment......................................................10

Normal Sounds ..........................................................................10

REFRIGERATOR USE .................................................................. 10

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation..................................................10

Setting the Control(s) .................................................................11

Adjusting Control Settings ......................................................... 11

Ice Maker.................................................................................... 11

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ...................................................... 12

Refrigerator Shelves................................................................... 12

Lateral Adjustable Shelf .............................................................12

Crispers and Meat Drawers ....................................................... 13

Crisper Humidity Control ...........................................................13

Chilled Meat Drawer...................................................................14

Wine or Can/Bottle Rack ...........................................................14

Utility or Egg Bin.........................................................................14

FREEZER FEATURES .................................................................. 14

Freezer Shelf ..............................................................................14

Adjustable Half-width Freezer Shelf ..........................................14

Pull-out Freezer Floor................................................................. 15

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

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

Can Racks and Door Bins..........................................................15

Adjustable Utility Compartment & Tray .....................................15

Flip-up Door Shelf ...................................................................... 15

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

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

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

Power Interruptions.................................................................... 16

Holiday and Moving Care ..........................................................17

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................17

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE......................................................... 19

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

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 follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You follow instructions.

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

precautions:

■ Plug into a grounded (earthed) outlet.

■ Do not remove ground prong.

■ Do not use an adapter.

■ Do not use an extension cord.

■ Disconnect power before servicing.

■ Replace all panels before operating.

■ Remove doors from your old refrigerator.

■ 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 or water (on some models).

■ The appliance is not intended for use by young

children or infirm persons without supervision.

■

Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

■

If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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.

Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer

Take off the doors.

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Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

REFRIGERATOR

INSTALLATION

Unpacking

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.

NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or

other heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall below 55˚F (13˚C).

2" (1.25 cm)

Removing Packaging Materials

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Remove tape and glue from your refrigerator before using. To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your ﬁngers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

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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” section.

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On some models, shelves, bins, door shelf rails, and other feature parts may be packaged in the Interior FeaturePak. Follow the instructions contained in the package for proper assembly.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the white foam air return insert that

is located behind the control panel on the ceiling of the refrigerator (on some models). The insert is part of the refrigerator and not part of the packing material. If the insert is removed, ice may migrate down from the freezer and cause icicles to form.

Location Requirements

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

2" (5.08 cm)

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded (earthed) 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

Plug 1: A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused, grounded (earthed) electrical supply is required.

Plugs 2 and 3: A 220/240 Volt/50 Hz or 220 Volt/60Hz AC only 10 ampere fused and grounded (earthed) electrical supply is required.

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for ¹⁄₂ in. (1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top. When installing your refrigerator next to a ﬁxed wall, leave 2 in. (5.08 cm) minimum on each side (depending on your model) to allow for the door to swing open. If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line connections.

Plug 1

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.

Plug 2

Plug 3

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or

removing a light bulb, turn the control, (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are ﬁnished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to the desired setting.

Using a grounded drill, drill a

¹⁄₄

in. (6.35 mm) hole in the cold

water pipe you have selected.

Water Supply Connection

(on some models)

Read all directions carefully before you begin.

IMPORTANT:

If operating the refrigerator before installing the water

■

connection, turn ice maker to the OFF position to prevent operation without water.

All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing

■

code requirements.

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Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.

It may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to begin

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producing ice.

Tools required: Standard screwdriver, ⁷⁄₁₆ in. and ¹⁄₂ in. open-end

wrenches or two adjustable wrenches, ¹⁄₄ in. nut driver, ¹⁄₄ in. drill bit, hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded).

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a

¹⁄₄ in. (6.35 mm) saddle-type shut-off valve, a union, and copper

tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercingtype or and clogs more easily.

Cold Water Supply

The ice maker water valve contains a ﬂow washer which is used as a water pressure regulator. The ice maker needs to be connected to a cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 120 psi. If a problem occurs, call your utility company.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

³⁄₁₆

in. (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water ﬂow

Connecting to water line:

Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water.

Find a ¹⁄₂ in. (1.3 cm) to 1 ¹⁄₄ in. (3.18 cm) vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator.

NOTE:

Horizontal pipe will work, but the following procedure must be followed: Drill on the top side of the pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill. This also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

To determine the length of copper tubing you will need, measure from connection on lower left rear of refrigerator to water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for moving refrigerator for cleaning. Use

¹⁄₄

in. (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper

tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

1. Cold Water Pipe 5. Compression Sleeve

2. Pipe Clamp 6. Shut-Off Valve

3. Copper Tubing 7. Packing Nut

4. Compression Nut

Fasten shut-off valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be sure outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄ in. (6.35 mm) drilled hole in the water pipe and that washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing, especially if soft (coiled) copper tubing is used. Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing.

Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on copper tubing as shown. Insert end of tubing into outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.

Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink, and turn ON main water supply and ﬂush out tubing until water is clear. Turn OFF shut-off valve on the water pipe. Coil copper tubing.

Connecting to refrigerator:

NOTE: The ﬁrst step for connecting the water line to your

refrigerator is different depending on the type of water valve provided with your refrigerator. See the diagrams below to determine the style of valve you have. (On kit models, assemble water valve to refrigerator per kit instructions.)

For Style 1, disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the product and insert the copper tubing through the clamp, as shown. Remove the tape label from the valve inlet and insert copper tubing until it bottoms out (approximately

³⁄₄

in. [1.9 cm]). Tighten nut by hand as much as possible; then turn the nut an additional

¹⁄₂

turn using a wrench. Do not overtighten. Re-attach the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet. Skip to Step 2.

For Style 2, disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the product and insert copper tubing through the clamp as shown. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. Re-attach the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet. Move to Step 2.

Turn shut-off valve ON. Check For Leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

Style 1

Style 2

1. Tube Clamp 3. Compression Nut

2. Copper Tubing 4. Valve Inlet

Door and hinge removal

⁵⁄₁₆

” Hex Head Hinge Screw

Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Open refrigerator door and remove base grille from the

bottom front of the refrigerator (see Base Grille graphic). Close the refrigerator door and keep both doors closed until

you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the

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

Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift the freezer door free from the cabinet.

Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.

Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the Bottom Hinge graphic.

IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your doors so that they open

in the opposite direction, continue with the “Door reversal (optional)” instructions. If you are not reversing the doors, see the “Door and Hinge Replacement” section.

1. Tube Clamp 3. Compression Nut

2. Copper Tubing

The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If local water conditions require periodic cleaning or a well is your source of water supply, a second water strainer should be installed in the ¹⁄₄ in. (6.35 mm) water line. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer. Install at either tube connection.

Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Refrigerator Doors: Removing,

Reversing (optional) and Replacing

TOOLS NEEDED: ⁵⁄₁₆ in. hex-head socket wrench, No. 2 Phillips

screwdriver, ﬂat-head screwdriver, in. putty knife.

IMPORTANT:

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Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF, unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors.

If you are only removing and replacing the doors, the instructions are the same regardless of door style. See the “Door and hinge removal” and “Door and hinge replacement” sections.

Depending on your model, you may have standard (Style

1) or contour (Style 2) doors. If you are also going to reverse the door swing, follow the instructions for the appropriate door style.

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

⁵⁄₁₆

in. open-end wrench, ﬂat 2

Door reversal (optional)

Style 1 - Standard Doors

(See complete Style 1 Graphics later in this section.)

Door Stop Screw Door Hinge Hole Plug

Door Handle Sealing Screw Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug

Flat-Head Handle Screw Door Handle Screw Cover

Door Handle Seal Screw Front Round-Head Handle Screw

Cabinet

Remove move them to opposite side (see Graphic 1-1).

Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top and move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown (see Graphic 1-2).

Freezer door

Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts together (see Graphic 2).

Remove door hinge hole plug. Move to opposite side as shown (see Graphic 3).

Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side of freezer door as shown (see Graphic 4).

Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of freezer door as shown (see Graphic 5).

Position handle on opposite side of freezer door. Assemble handles on door as shown (see Graphic 2).

Tighten all screws. Set aside door until hinges and refrigerator compartment door are in place.

⁵⁄₁₆

in. hex head hinge screws from handle side and

Refrigerator door

1. Remove refrigerator handle assembly as shown. Keep all

parts together (see Graphic 6-1). Remove shoulder handle screw from refrigerator door as

shown. Keep all parts together (see Graphic 6-2). Remove door hinge hole plug from refrigerator door. Move to

opposite side hinge hole as shown (see Graphic 3). Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side

of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 4). Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side

of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 7). Position shoulder handle screw on opposite side of

refrigerator door and drive screw as shown (see Graphic 6-2). Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door

as shown (see Graphic 5).

Position refrigerator handle on opposite side of the refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 6-3). Drive top two screws in handle ﬁrst. Align lower portion of handle and drive bottom screw.

Tighten all screws. Set aside refrigerator door until bottom hinge is installed on product.

Style 2 -- Contour Doors

(See complete Style 2 Graphics later in this section.)

Door and hinge replacement

NOTE: Graphic may be reversed if door swing is reversed.

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

screws. Replace the refrigerator door. NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the

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

2. Assemble the parts for the center hinge as shown and tighten all screws (see Center Hinge graphic). Replace the freezer door.

3. Assemble the parts for the top hinge as shown (see Top Hinge graphic). Do not tighten screws completely.

4. Line up the doors so that the bottom of the freezer door aligns evenly with the top of the refrigerator door. Tighten all screws.

Final Steps

1. Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are

in place. Reinstall top hinge cover (see Top Hinge graphic).

2. Replace the base grille (see Base Grille graphic).

3. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

4. Reset the controls (see “Setting the Controls” section).

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

Cabinet

1. Remove ⁵⁄₁₆ in. hex head hinge screws from handle side and

move them to opposite side (see Graphic 1-1).

2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown (see Graphic 1-2).

Doors

1. Remove door hinge hole plug from top of freezer door. Move

to opposite side as shown (see Graphic 2).

2. Remove door stop from both the freezer and refrigerator doors and move to the other side. (see Graphic 3).

Style 1 - Standard Door

Door Removal &

Replacement

Base Grille

Top Hinge

1. Top Hinge Cover

2. " Hex-Head Hinge Screws

3. Top Hinge

Center Hinge

Door Swing Reversal (optional)

1. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

1. Door Hinge Hole Plug

1. Flat-Head Handle Screws

2. Freezer Handle

1-2

" Hex-Head Hinge

Screws

1-1

1. Center Hinge

2. " Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Bottom Hinge

1. Bottom Hinge

2. " Hex-Head Hinge Screws

1. Door Handle Sealing Screws

Front View

1. Door Stop Screw

Side View

2. Door Stop

1. Door Handle

Screw Cover

6-1

1. Door Handle Seal Screw Front

6-2

1. Flat-Head

Handle Screw

2. Refrigerator Handle

6-3

3. Handle Screw

Style 2 -- Contour Door

Door Closing and Alignment

Door Closing

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

1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

2. Move the refrigerator into its ﬁnal position.

3. Remove the base grille (see “Base Grille” earlier in this

section). The two leveling screws are part of the front roller assemblies which are at the base of the refrigerator on either side.

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

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws and rollers. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.

Normal Sounds

Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces, such as the ﬂoor, walls, and cabinets, can make the sounds seem louder. The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them.

■ If your product is equipped with an ice maker, you will hear a

buzzing sound when the water valve opens to ﬁll the ice maker for each cycle.

■ Your refrigerator is designed to run more efﬁciently to keep

your food items at the desired temperatures and to minimize energy usage. The high efﬁciency compressor and fans may cause your refrigerator to run longer than your old one. You may also hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound from the compressor or fans adjusting to optimize performance.

■ You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating air through

the refrigerator and freezer compartments. The fan speed may increase as you open the doors or add warm food.

■ Rattling noises may come from the ﬂow of refrigerant, the

water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator.

■ Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle

may cause a sizzling sound.

■ As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to

the refrigerant ﬂowing in your refrigerator.

■ Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a

popping noise.

■ You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the

condenser fan.

■ You may hear water running into the drain pan during the

defrost cycle.

5. Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close as easily as you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws to the right. It may take several more turns, and you should turn both leveling screws the same amount.

6. Replace the base grille.

Door Alignment

If the space between your doors looks uneven, you can adjust it using the instructions below:

1. Pry off the top hinge cover.

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

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

between the doors while you tighten the top hinge screws.

4. Replace the top hinge cover.

REFRIGERATOR USE

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation

In order to ensure proper temperatures, you need to permit airﬂow between the refrigerator and freezer sections. As shown in the illustration, cool air enters through the bottom of the freezer section and moves up. Most of the air then ﬂows through the freezer section vents and recirculates under the freezer ﬂoor. The rest of the air enters the refrigerator section through the top vent.

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: Because air circulates between both sections, any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To prevent odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.

Setting the Control(s)

For your convenience, your refrigerator control(s) are preset at the factory. When you ﬁrst install your refrigerator, make sure that the control(s) are still preset to the mid-settings as shown.

NOTE: To turn your refrigerator off, turn the refrigerator control to the word OFF or until the word OFF appears. Your product will not cool when the refrigerator control is set to OFF.

Mid-setting “3”

WARMER

REFRIGERATOR

1 2

REFRIGERATOR

RECOMMENDED SETTING

4 5

COLDER

Mid-setting “4”

WARMER

FREEZER

RECOMMENDED SETTING

COLDER

1 2

4 5

FREEZER

Adjusting Control Settings

The mid-setting(s) indicated in the previous section 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.

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.

If you need to adjust temperatures, use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. On models with two controls, adjust the refrigerator temperature ﬁrst. Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments and then re-check the temperatures.

CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR section too warm

■ Door opened often, large

amount of food added or room temperature very warm

FREEZER section too warm/ice not made fast enough

■ Door opened often, or large

amount of food added or very cold room temperature (can’t cycle often enough)

■ Heavy ice usage

REFRIGERATOR section too cold

■ Controls not set correctly for

your conditions

FREEZER section too cold

■ Controls not set correctly for

your conditions

Adjust REFRIGERATOR or TEMPERATURE Control one setting higher

Adjust FREEZER or TEMPERATURE Control one setting higher

Adjust REFRIGERATOR or TEMPERATURE Control one setting lower

Adjust FREEZER or TEMPERATURE Control one setting lower

IMPORTANT:

■ Give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before

adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator.

■ If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely,

your food may spoil. Adjusting the Refrigerator and Freezer Controls to a higher (colder) than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster.

Ice Maker

(on some models - Accessory)

Turning the ice maker on/off

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

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

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

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

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

MAX

NORMAL

Increasing ice production rate

Slide-out Shelves (on some models)

■ Normal Ice Production: In normal ice production mode, the

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

■ Maximum Ice Production (on some models): In maximum ice

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

REMEMBER

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

ﬁrst three batches of ice produced.

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

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

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

storage bin.

Removing and replacing a shelf in a metal frame

1. Pull the shelf forward to the stop. Tilt the front of the shelf up

and lift it slightly as you pull the shelf from the frame.

2. Replace the shelf by guiding it back into the slots on the frame and pushing the shelf in past the stop.

Shelves and Shelf Frames

Removing and replacing a shelf/frame

1. Remove the shelf/frame by tilting it up at the front and lifting it

out of the shelf supports.

2. Replace the shelf/frame by guiding the rear shelf hooks into the shelf supports. Tilt the front of the shelf up until rear shelf hooks drop into the shelf supports. Check to make sure that the shelf is securely in position.

REFRIGERATOR

FEATURES

Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled with the word “Accessory.” Not all accessories will ﬁt all models. If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please call the toll-free number on the cover or in the “Assistance or Service” section.

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. For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when removing them to avoid impact from dropping.

Refrigerator Shelves

Your model may have glass or wire shelves. Store similar foods together and adjust the shelves to ﬁt different heights. This reduces the time the refrigerator door is open and saves energy.

Lateral Adjustable Shelf

(on some models)

To slide the shelf from side to side, lift up on the front of shelf and slide to the desired location. Lower shelf to the level position.

NOTE: You do not have to remove small items from the shelf before moving it from side to side. You may need to remove larger items.

Removing the shelf

NOTE: The shelf is heavy and must be removed using both

hands.

1. Hold the back of the shelf with one hand.

2. Lift the front of the shelf with the other hand to a 45˚ angle

and lower it slightly to release it from the upper channel of the track. Pull the shelf straight out.

Removing and replacing the shelf track

1. Remove the shelf track by lifting both sides of the track

slightly and pulling the track straight out.

2. Replace the track by guiding the track hooks into the shelf support slots on the back wall.

NOTE: Make sure that both sets of track hooks are in the slots and that the slots are parallel with each other.

3. Push the track back and down securely into the shelf supports.

Replacing the shelf

NOTE: Make sure that both of the rear shelf slides are securely in

the track before letting go of the shelf. The lateral shelf may be difﬁcult to install if the track is placed too close to the refrigerator ceiling. Reposition the track on a lower rung until the shelf can be tilted enough to easily slide into the track.

1. Hold the shelf at the front and tip the front at a 45˚ angle to the track.

2. Insert both of the rear shelf slides into the upper channel of the track, and lower the front of the shelf into place.

Crispers and Meat Drawers

(on some models)

Drawers

Meat Drawer Cover

Removing and replacing the meat drawer cover (Style 1 glass)

1. Remove the meat drawer. Tilt up the front of the cover and lift

at the back. Pull the cover straight out.

2. Replace the cover by guiding the rear hooks into the shelf supports. Tilt the cover up at the front until the rear hooks drop into the slots. Lower the front of the cover to a level position and replace the meat drawer.

Removing and replacing the meat drawer cover (Style 2 plastic)

1. Remove the meat drawer. Tilt the cover up at the front and

pull it forward and out.

2. Replace the meat drawer cover by ﬁtting the notches and rear edge of the cover over rear and center crossbars on the shelf. Lower cover into place and replace the meat drawer.

Removing and replacing a drawer

1. Slide drawer straight out to the stop. Lift the front of the

drawer and slide it out the rest of the way.

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

Crisper Cover

Removing the crisper(s) cover

1. Remove crisper(s). Hold the glass insert ﬁrmly with one hand

and press up in the center of the glass insert until it rises above the plastic frame. Carefully slide the glass insert forward to remove.

2. Lift the cover frame and remove it.

Replacing the crisper cover

NOTE: Before reinstalling the cover, make sure the

U-shaped reinforcement bar is reinstalled in the front edge of the crisper cover.

1. Fit back of cover frame into supports on side walls of the refrigerator and lower the front of the cover frame into place.

2. Slide rear of glass insert into cover frame and lower front into place.

Crisper Humidity Control

(on some models)

You can adjust the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper using the settings between HIGH and LOW.

■ LOW (open) lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of

fruits and vegetables with skins. Fruit: Wash, let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bag in crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use. Sort and keep berries in original container in crisper. Vegetables with skins: Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper.

■ HIGH (closed) keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage

of fresh, leafy vegetables. Leafy vegetables: Wash in cold water, drain and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas. Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper.

Humidity control location

■ Humidity Control on crisper drawer (Style 1 - on left/Style 2 -

on right)

Chilled Meat Drawer

(on some models)

Slide the meat drawer temperature control forward to make the meat drawer less cold or backward to make the drawer more cold.

COLDER

FREEZER FEATURES

COLD

Meat storage guide

Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary. See the following chart for storage times. When storing meat longer than the times given, freeze the meat.

Fresh ﬁsh or shellﬁsh ................. use same day as purchased

Chicken, ground beef, variety meats (liver)............... 1-2 days

Cold cuts, steaks/roasts ........................................... 3-5 days

Cured meats ........................................................... 7-10 days

Leftovers - Cover leftovers with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or plastic containers with tight lids.

Wine or Can/Bottle Rack

(on some models - Accessory)

Removing and replacing the wine rack (left) or can/bottle rack (right)

1. Remove the rack by pulling it straight out from the shelf.

2. Replace the rack by sliding it in between the shelf and the

wall of the refrigerator.

Freezer Shelf

(on some models)

Removing and replacing the shelf

1. Remove the shelf by lifting the entire shelf slightly and move it

all the way to one side. Tilt the other side up and out of the shelf supports.

2. Replace the shelf by inserting one end all the way into the center of the shelf supports. Then, lower the other end of the shelf and insert it into the shelf supports.

NOTE: The shelf should lower slightly and lock into place. If the shelf does not appear stable, make sure both ends of the shelf are inserted into the shelf supports.

Frozen food storage guide

Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of food, the type of packaging or wrap used (should be airtight and moisture-proof), and the storage temperature. Seal the package or container securely to prevent taste and odor transfer throughout the product. Ice crystals inside a sealed package are normal.

Put no more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 lbs. of food per cubic foot [9071,350 g per L] of freezer space). Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around packages. The freezer door must close tightly. For more information on preparing food for freezing, check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook.

Utility or Egg Bin

(on some models - Accessory)

Depending on your model, you may have a one, two or three piece bin. Eggs may be stored in the egg tray or loose in the bin.

NOTE: Store eggs in a covered container for long-term storage. If your model does not have an egg storage bin, store eggs in their original carton on an interior shelf.

Adjustable Half-width

Freezer Shelf

(on some models)

Removing and replacing the shelf

1. Remove the shelf by lifting the shelf up and pulling

straight out.

2. Replace the shelf over the supports and lower it into place.

Pull-out Freezer Floor

(on some models)

Removing and replacing the freezer ﬂoor

1. Lift both back “fences” up and out.

2. Remove the freezer ﬂoor by pulling it out about 1 in.

(2.5 cm) with one hand around the air tower section (center back) and one hand at center front.

3. Lift up ﬂoor at rear until hooks release from cabinet and pull the ﬂoor out the rest of the way.

4. Replace the freezer ﬂoor by sliding the ﬂoor straight in until the hooks drop into place at rear of cabinet.

5. Replace “fences” by aligning pins with socket in the ﬂoor, and pushing down until they snap into place.

DOOR FEATURES

Can Racks and Door Bins

(on some models)

NOTE: Can racks may be purchased as an Accessory for some models.

Removing and replacing the racks/bins

1. Remove the rack/bin by lifting it and pulling it straight out.

2. Replace the rack/bin by sliding it in above the desired

support and pushing it down until it stops.

Adjustable Utility Compartment & Tray

(on some models)

The utility compartment and tray slide from one side to the other for more ﬂexible storage. The tray ﬁts on either side of the utility compartment or partially underneath it. Try moving it to different positions to ﬁnd the option that works best for you.

Installing and adjusting the utility compartment and tray

1. Insert the front of the utility tray into the slot on the back of

the shelf rail. Lower the back of the tray into position.

2. Place the front of the utility compartment on top of the shelf rail. Lower the back of the compartment onto the ribs on the refrigerator door.

Door Rails

The door rails may be removed for easier cleaning.

Snap-on Door Rails

Removing and replacing the rails

1. Remove the rails by pushing in slightly on the front of the

bracket while pulling out on the inside tab. Repeat these steps for the other end of the rail.

2. Replace the rails by aligning the ends of the brackets with the buttons on the sides of the door liner. Firmly snap bracket and rail assembly onto the tabs above the shelf as shown.

Drop-in Door Rails

Removing and replacing the rails

1. Remove the rails by pulling straight up on each end of the rail.

2. Replace the rails by sliding the shelf rail into the slots on the

door and pushing the rail straight down until it stops.

3. Adjust the utility compartment by lifting the front slightly and sliding it to the desired position. Lower the front to lock it into place.

Flip-up Door Shelf

(on some models)

The shelf bottom ﬂips up so you can store taller items in the door shelf below. When in the down position, the shelf is strong enough to hold up to 10 lbs. (4.5 kg).

REFRIGERATOR CARE

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RECOMMENDED SETTINGRECOMMENDED SETTING

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FREEZER

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Cleaning

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors from building up. Wipe up spills immediately.

Cleaning your refrigerator

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove all removable parts from inside, such as shelves,

crispers, etc.

3. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.

■ Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window

sprays, scouring cleansers, ﬂammable ﬂuids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools. These can scratch or damage materials.

■ To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with a

mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs. to 1 qt. [26 g to .95 L] of water).

4. Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. For additional protection against damage to painted metal exteriors, apply appliance wax (or auto paste wax) with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wax plastic parts.

NOTE: To keep your Stainless Steel refrigerator looking like new and to remove minor scuffs or marks, it is suggested that you use the manufacturer’s approved Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish.

IMPORTANT: This cleaner is for Stainless Steel parts only!

Do not allow the Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish to come into contact with any plastic parts such as the trim pieces, dispenser covers or door gaskets. If accidental contact does occur, clean plastic part with a sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. To order the cleaner, see the “Accessories” section.

5. Clean the condenser coils regularly. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month. This may help save energy.

Style 1 - Condenser coils behind base grille:

■ Remove the base grille (see the “Base Grille” or “Door

Removal” section).

■ Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the

condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.

■ Replace the base grille when ﬁnished.

Style 2 - Condenser coils in back of the refrigerator:

■ Pull refrigerator out away from the wall (see the

“Unpacking” section).

■ Vacuum coils when they are dusty or dirty.

■ Roll refrigerator back into place. Make sure to leave 1 in.

(2.5 cm) between the cabinet back and the wall.

■ Check to see if the refrigerator is level.

6. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Changing the Light Bulbs

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will ﬁt your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape, and wattage.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove the bulb from behind the control panel in the

refrigerator or from behind the light shield in the freezer (on some models). Replace it with an appliance bulb of the same wattage.

3. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Power Interruptions

If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep both refrigerator doors closed to help food stay cold and frozen.

If the power will be out for more than 24 hours, do one of the following:

■ Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker.

■ Place 2 lbs. (907 g) of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic

foot (28 L) of freezer space. This will keep the food frozen for two to four days.

■ If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available, consume or

can perishable food at once.

REMEMBER: A full freezer stays cold longer than a partially ﬁlled one. A freezer full of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked goods. If you see that food contains ice crystals, it may be refrozen, although the quality and ﬂavor may be affected. If the condition of the food is poor, dispose of it.

Holiday and Moving Care

Holidays

If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you’re away, use these steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave.

1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.

2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

■ Raise wire shut-off arm to OFF (up) position.

■ Shut off water supply to the ice maker.

3. Empty the ice bin. If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave, follow

these steps.

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.

2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

■ Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day

ahead of time.

■ When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shut-off

arm to the OFF (up) position.

3. Depending on your model, turn the Thermostat Control (or Refrigerator Control, depending on the model) to OFF. See the “Setting or Using the Controls” section.

4. Clean refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well.

5. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop

them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold from building up. Take care not to damage the door seal with the blocks.

Moving

TROUBLESHOOTING

Try the solutions suggested here ﬁrst in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

Your refrigerator will not operate

■ Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded

3 prong outlet.

■ Has a household fuse or circuit breaker tripped? Replace

the fuse or reset the circuit.

■ Is the Refrigerator Control turned to the OFF position?

Refer to the “Setting or Using the Control(s)” section.

■ Is the refrigerator defrosting? Recheck to see if the

refrigerator is operating in 30 minutes. Your refrigerator will regularly run an automatic defrost cycle.

The lights do not work

■ Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded

3 prong outlet.

■ Is a light bulb loose in the socket? Turn the refrigerator

control to OFF. Disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical supply. Gently remove the bulb and reinsert. Then reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical supply and reset the refrigerator control.

■ Has a light bulb burned out? Replace with an appliance

bulb of the same wattage, size, and shape. See the “Changing the Light Bulb(s)” section.

When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move.

1. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

■ Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day

ahead of time.

■ Disconnect the water line from the back of the

refrigerator.

■ When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shut-off

arm to the OFF (up) position.

2. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice.

3. Depending on your model, turn the Thermostat Control (or Refrigerator Control, depending on the model) to OFF. See the “Setting or Using the Controls” section.

4. Unplug the refrigerator.

5. Empty water from the defrost pan. The pan is located behind

the base grille.

6. Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.

7. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them

together so they don’t shift and rattle during the move.

8. Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the leveling legs so they don't scrape the ﬂoor. See the “Door Closing” section.

9. Tape the doors shut and the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet.

When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the "Refrigerator Installation" section for preparation instructions. Also, if your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, remember to reconnect the water supply to the refrigerator.

There is water in the defrost drain pan

■ Is the refrigerator defrosting? The water will evaporate. It is

normal for water to drip into the defrost pan.

■ Is it more humid than normal? Expect that the water in the

defrost pan will take longer to evaporate. This is normal when it is hot or humid.

The motor seems to run too much

■ Is the room temperature hotter than normal? Expect the

motor to run longer under warm conditions. At normal room temperatures, expect your motor to run about 40% to 80% of the time. Under warmer conditions, expect it to run even more of the time.

■ Has a large amount of food just been added to the

refrigerator? Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. It is normal for the motor to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down. See the “Refrigerator Features” section.

■ Are the doors opened often? Expect the motor to run longer

when this occurs. In order to conserve energy, try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy to ﬁnd, and close the door as soon as the food is removed.

■ Is the control set correctly for the surrounding

conditions? Refer to the “Setting or Using the Control(s)” section.

■ Are the doors closed completely? Push the doors ﬁrmly

shut. If they will not shut all the way, see “The doors will not close completely” later in this section.

■ Are the condenser coils dirty? This prevents air transfer and

makes the motor work harder. Clean the condenser coils. Refer to the “Cleaning” section.

NOTE: Your new refrigerator will run longer than your old one due to its high efﬁciency motor.

The refrigerator seems to make too much noise

■ The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator. Refer to

the “Normal Sounds” section.

The ice maker is not producing ice (on some models)

■ Is the freezer temperature cold enough to produce ice?

Wait 24 hours after hook-up for ice production. See the “Setting or Using the Control(s)” section.

■ Is the wire shut-off arm in the OFF (arm up) position?

Lower the wire shut-off arm to the ON (arm down) position. See the “Ice Maker” section.

■ Is the water line shut-off valve to the refrigerator turned

on? Turn on the water valve. See the “Water Supply Connection” section.

■ Is an ice cube jammed in the ejector arm? Remove the ice

from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil. Refer to the “Ice Maker” section.

■ Does the ice maker mold have water in it or has no ice

been produced? Check to see if your refrigerator has been connected to your home water supply and the supply shut-off valve is turned on. Refer to the “Water Supply Connection” section.

NOTE: If not due to any of the above, there may be a problem with the water line. Call for service.

The ice maker is producing too little ice (on some models)

■ Has the ice maker just been installed? Wait 72 hours for full

ice production to begin. Once your refrigerator is cooled down, the ice maker should begin producing 70 to 120 cubes every 24 hours.

■ Has a large amount of ice just been removed? Allow 24

hours for ice maker to produce more ice.

■ Is the control set correctly? Refer to the “Setting or Using

the Control(s)” section.

■ Is the water shut-off valve turned completely on? Tur n

valve on fully. Refer to the “Water Supply Connection” section.

■ Is there a water ﬁlter installed on the refrigerator? This

ﬁlter may be clogged or installed incorrectly. First, check the ﬁlter installation instructions to ensure that the ﬁlter was

installed correctly and is not clogged. If installation or clogging is not a problem, call a qualiﬁed person or a technician.

Off-taste or grey color in the ice (on some models)

■ Are the plumbing connections new, causing discolored or

off-ﬂavored ice? Discard the ﬁrst few batches of ice.

■ Have the ice cubes been stored for too long? Throw away

old ice and make a new supply.

■ Has food in the refrigerator been wrapped properly? Refer

to the “Refrigerator Features” section.

■ Do the freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned? See the

“Cleaning” section.

■ Does the water contain minerals (such as sulfur)? A ﬁlter

may need to be installed to remove the minerals.

The divider between the two compartments is warm

The warmth is probably due to normal operation of the automatic exterior moisture control. If still concerned, call for service.

Temperature is too warm

■ Are the air vents blocked in either compartment? This

prevents the movement of cold air from the freezer to the refrigerator. Remove any objects from in front of the air

vents. Refer to the “Ensuring Proper Air Circulation” section for the location of air vents.

■ Are the door(s) opened often? Be aware that the refrigerator

will warm when this occurs. In order to keep the refrigerator cool, try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy to ﬁnd, and close the door as soon as the food is removed.

■ Has a large amount of food just been added to the

refrigerator or freezer? Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. It can take several hours for the refrigerator to return to the normal temperature.

■ Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding

conditions? Refer to the “Setting or Using the Control(s)” section.

There is interior moisture build-up

■ Are the air vents blocked in the refrigerator? Remove any

objects from in front of the air vents. Refer to the “Ensuring Proper Air Circulation” section for the location of air vents.

■ Are the door(s) opened often? To avoid humidity buildup,

try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy to ﬁnd, and close the door as soon as the food is removed. (When the door is opened, humidity from the room air enters the refrigerator. The more often the door is opened, the faster humidity builds up, especially when the room itself is very humid.)

■ Is the room humid? It is normal for moisture to build up

inside the refrigerator when the room air is humid.

■ Is the food packaged correctly? Check that all food is

securely wrapped. Wipe off damp food containers before placing in the refrigerator.

■ Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding

conditions? Refer to the “Setting or Using the Control(s)” section.

■ Was a self-defrost cycle completed? It is normal for

droplets to form on the back wall after the refrigerator selfdefrosts.

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