Whirlpool 5WT519SFEW00, 5WT519SFEG00 Owner’s Manual

REFRIGERATOR

USE AND CARE GUIDE

Table of Contents/Table des matières

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ...................................................... 2

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

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................................... 3

Unpack the Refrigerator ........................................................ 3

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

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

Water Supply Requirements .................................................. 4

Connect the Water Supply .................................................... 5

REFRIGERATOR DOORS ....................................................... 6

Adjust the Doors .................................................................... 7

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

Using the Controls ................................................................. 8

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ................................................. 9

Refrigerator Shelves .............................................................. 9

Deli Drawer .......................................................................... 10

Crisper ................................................................................. 10

FREEZER FEATURES ........................................................... 11

Freezer Shelf........................................................................ 11

DOOR FEATURES ................................................................. 11

Door Rails ............................................................................ 11

Door Bins ............................................................................. 11

Utility Compartment ............................................................ 11

Ice Maker ............................................................................. 12

REFRIGERATOR CARE ........................................................ 12

Cleaning .............................................................................. 12

Changing the Light Bulb ...................................................... 13

Vacation and Moving Care .................................................. 13

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

Refrigerator Operation ......................................................... 14

Temperature and Moisture .................................................. 15

Ice and Water ...................................................................... 15

ACCESSORIES ....................................................................... 16

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ................................................... 16

SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ....................................... 17

Mise au rebut appropriée de votre vieux réfrigérateur ........ 18

INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ...................................... 18

Déballage du réfrigérateur ................................................... 18

Exigences d’emplacement .................................................. 19

Spécications électriques ................................................... 19

Spécications de l’alimentation en eau ............................... 20

Raccordement de la canalisation d’eau .............................. 20

PORTES DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ............................................ 21

Ajustement des portes ........................................................ 22

UTILISATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ................................... 23

Utilisation des commandes ................................................. 23

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR .................... 25

Tablettes du réfrigérateur .................................................... 25

Tiroir pour spécialités alimentaires ...................................... 25

Bac à légumes ..................................................................... 26

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DU CONGÉLATEUR ....................... 26

Tablette du congélateur ....................................................... 26

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DE LA PORTE .................................. 27

Tringles de porte .................................................................. 27

Balconnets de porte ............................................................ 27

Compartiment utilitaire ........................................................ 27

Machine à glaçons .............................................................. 27

ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ..................................... 28

Nettoyage ............................................................................ 28

Remplacement des ampoules d’éclairage .......................... 29

Entretien avant les vacances

ou lors d’un déménagement ............................................... 29

DÉPANNAGE .......................................................................... 30

Fonctionnement du réfrigérateur ......................................... 30

Température et humidité ...................................................... 31

Glaçons et eau .................................................................... 31

ACCESSOIRES ....................................................................... 32

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ................................................... 32

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REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

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

You

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

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.

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:

follow instructions.

instructions.

DANGER

WARNING

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the refrigerator, follow basic precautions,

WARNING:

including the following:

■ 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.

■ 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).

■ A qualified service technician must install the water line and

ice maker.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■ This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

■ Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not

play with the appliance.

■ This appliance is intended to be used in household and

similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; bed and breakfast type environments; and catering and similar non-retail applications.

■ If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by

the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

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.

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

climb inside.

Important information to know about disposal of refrigerants:

Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed, EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with established procedures.

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.

Remove the Packaging

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the white foam air return insert

from behind the control panel on the ceiling of the refrigerator. If the insert is removed, ice may migrate down from the freezer and cause icicles to form.

■ 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. Rinse with warm water and dry with a soft cloth.

■ 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.”

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.

Clean Before Using

After you remove all of the package 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.

IMPORTANT: This refrigerator is designed for indoor household use only.

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for ½" (1.25 cm) of space on each side and at the top. Allow for 1" (2.54 cm) of space 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 2" (5.08 cm) minimum space on the hinge side (some models require more) to allow the door to swing open.

NOTE: This refrigerator is intended for use in a location where the temperature ranges from a minimum of 55°F (13°C) to a maximum of 110°F (43°C). The preferred room temperature range for optimum performance, which reduces electricity usage and provides superior cooling, is between 60°F (15°C) and 90°F (32°C). It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near a heat source, such as an oven or radiator.

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.

Recommended Grounding Method

A 115 Volt 60 Hz. (Plug 1), 220-240 Volt 50 Hz. (Plugs 2 or 3), or 220-240 Volt 60 Hz. (Plug 4) AC only 10-amp fused and grounded (earthed) electrical supply is required.

Plug 1 Plug 2 Plug 4Plug 3

It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord.

2" (1.25 cm)

2" (5.08 cm)

Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation or cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn cooling off or 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 turn cooling on or reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to the desired setting. See “Using the Controls” in the User Instructions, User Guide, or Use & Care Guide.

Water Supply Requirements

IMPORTANT: Connect to potable water supply only.

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

TOOLS NEEDED:

■ ¹⁄

■ Flat-blade screwdriver

⁄16" and ¹⁄2" Open-end or

■ two adjustable wrenches

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a

4" (6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper

¹⁄ tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or ³⁄

16" (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces

water flow and clogs more easily.

4" Nut driver 4" Drill bit

■ ¹⁄

■ Cordless drill

IMPORTANT:

■ All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

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

Water Pressure

A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and

120 psi (207 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 30 and 120 psi (207 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 you have questions about your water pressure, call

a licensed, qualified plumber.

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 or you may crush the copper tubing.

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. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Attach the copper tubing to the valve inlet using a

compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten.

3. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure

the tubing to the refrigerator as shown. This will help avoid damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back against the wall.

4. Turn shutoff valve ON.

5. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including

connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

A B C

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⁄

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 lower left rear of 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.

5. Using a cordless drill, drill a ¹⁄

you have selected.

4" (1.25 cm to 3.18 cm) vertical cold water

4" hole in the cold water pipe

DEF

A. Cold water pipe B. Pipe clamp C. Copper tubing D. Compression nut E. Compression sleeve F. Shutoff valve G. Packing nut

D E

A. Tube clamp B. Tube clamp screw C. Copper tubing

D. Compression nut E. Valve inlet

6. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If

your water conditions require a second water strainer, install it in the ¹⁄

4" (6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection.

Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.

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