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Parts And Features
Before Using Your
Refrigerator
Using Your
Refrigerator
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Warranty
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NO-FROST REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER
MODELS ED25PW ED22PW ED22HP
ED25PB ED22PB
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A Note To You
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool’ appliance.
You have purchased a quality, worM&~ss home appliance. Years of engineering experience
went into its manufacturing. To ensure that you enjoy many years of trouble-free operation,
we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of valuable information on how to operate
and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please com-
plete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance. This will help
us notify you about any new information on your appliance.
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attention to these
symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of each
symbol.
This symbol will help alert you to such
dangers as personal injury, bums, fire
1 and electrical shock.
This symbol will help you avoid actions
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Our Consumer Assistance Center number, 1-800-253-1301,
is toll-free, 24 hours a day.
If you ever have a question concerning your appliance’s operation, or if you need service, first
see “If You Need Assistance Or Service” on page 26. If you need further help, feel free to call
our Consumer Assistance Center. When calling, you will need to know your appliance’s
complete model number and serial number. You can find this information on the model and
serial number label (see diagram on page 4). For your convenience, we have included a
handy place below for you to record these numbers, the purchase date from the sales slip
and your dealer’s name and telephone number. Keep this book and the sales slip together in
a safe place for future reference.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Dealer Namer
Dealer Phone
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Important Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when
using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions:
*Read all instructions before using the
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Never clean refrigerator parts with
refrigerator. flammable fluids. The fumes can create a
@Child entrapment and suffocation are
not problems of the past. Junked or
abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous . . .
even if they will “just sit in the
garage a few days.”
If you are getting rid of your 0M refrig-
erator, do it safely.
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Never allow children to operate, play
fire hazard or explosion.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR
OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR
ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. THE FUMES
CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR
EXPLOSION.
with, or crawl inside the refrigerator.
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Install and level the refrigerator on a floor
that will hold the weight and in an area
suitable for its size and use.
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Do not install the refrigerator near an oven,
radiator or other heat source.
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Do not use the refrigerator in an area
where the room temperature will fall below
55°F (13°C).
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Keep the refrigerator out of the weather.
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Connect the refrigerator only to the proper
kind of outlet, with the correct electrical
supply and grounding.
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Do not load the refrigerator with food
before it has time to get properly cold.
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Use the refrigerator only for the uses
described in this manual.
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Properly maintain the refrigerator.
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Be sure the refrigerator is not used by
anyone unable to operate it properly.
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Parts And Features
This section contains captioned illustrations. Use them to become familiar with where all parts
and features are located
all or some of the parts and features shown and they may not match the illustration exactly.
This manual covers several models.
Automatic ice
maker -
Ice bin \
Light
(below ice bin)’
Freezer shelves .
Snack bin
and
what they look like. The model you have purchased may have
Control panel Light
serial number
- label
(on side wail)
compartment
\ sheif front
Model and
Dtiiity
Removable
Crisper coverMeat drawer
temperature
Freezer basket .
Leveling rollers .
(behind base
grille)
Control panel
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1 Egg bin
Adjustable
\ door bins
Adjustable
glass sheives
Tail-bottle
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retainer
. Crisper light
1 Crisper
. Meat drawer
Base grille
Model ED22PW shown
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Freezer control
Refrigerator control
Before Using Your Refrigerator
In This Section
Cleaning it
Plugging it in
It is important to prepare your refrigerator for use. This section tells you how to clean it,
connect it to a power source, install it and level it.
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5 Installing it properly
5 Leveling it
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Cleaning it
Removing packaging materials
Remove tape and any inside labels (except
the model and serial number label) before
using the refrigerator.
To remove any remaining glue:
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Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball, then
remove.
OR
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Soak area with liquid hand-dishwashing
detergent before removing glue as
described above. Do not use sharp
instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
fluids or abrasive cleaners. These can
damage the material. See “Important
Safety Instructions” on page 3.
NOTE:
instruction labels inside your refrigerator. Do
not remove the Tech Sheet fastened under
the refrigerator at the front.
Cleaning it before use
After removing all packaging materials,
clean your refrigerator before using it, if
necessary. See cleaning instructions on
pages 21-22.
Do not remove any permanent
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Plugging it in
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere
fused and properly grounded electrical
supply is required. It is recommended that a
separate circuit serving only this appliance
be provided. Use a receptacle which cannot
be turned off with a switch or pull chain. Do
not use an extension cord.
See Electriil Requirements and Grounding Instructions Sheet in your Literature
Package.
a-prong grounding
type
wall
receptacle
Refrigerator
power cord
grounding
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Installing it properly
1. Allow % inch (1.25 cm) space on each
side and at the top of the refrigerator for
ease of installation.
2. If the refrigerator is to be against a wall,
you might want to leave extra space on
the hinge side closest to the wall so the
door can be opened wider.
3. The refrigerator can be flush against the
wall.
4. Make sure ice maker water supply has
been connected. Refer to Installation
Instructions.
Leveling it
Your refrigerator has 2 front leveling
screws-one on the right and one on the left.
To adjust one or both of these, follow the
directions below.
1. Remove base grille. (See page 18.)
2. To raise front, turn screw clockwise.
3. To lower front, turn screw counterckxkwise.
4. Check with level.
5. Replace base grille. (See page 18.)
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Using Your Refrigerator
In This Section
Setting the controls
Changing the control settings
Removing the snapoff door trim..
Adjusting
Adjusting
Removing the tall-bottle retainer
Adjusting the refrigerator shelves ..lO
Using the egg bin
Removing the crisper and crisper
cover 11
Removing the meat drawer
and cover
Adjusting the crisper humidity
control
Adjusting the meat drawer
temperature
Removing
the door bins .................... .9
the door bin glides ........... .9
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the snack bin ................. .12
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Removing the
Removing the freezer
Removing the freezer door
shelves
Using the ice and water
dispensers
Using the automatic
Removing the ice maker
storage bin
Solving common ice maker/
dispenser problems
Removing the
Changing the light bulbs
Understanding the sounds you
may hear ............................................
Saving energy
freezer shelves ........ .13
basket.. ........ .13
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ice maker.. ..... .15
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base grille ................ .18
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To obtain the best possible results from your refrigerator, it is important that you operate it
properly. This section tells you how to set the controls, remove and adjust some of the features in your refrigerator, and how to save energy.
Setting the controls
Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are in
the refrigerator. When you plug in the refrigerator
for the first time:
1. Set the Refrigerator Control to 3.
Refrigerator Control adjustments range from
1
(warmest) to 5 (coldest).
2.
Set the Freezer Control to B.
Freezer Control adjustments range from
A (warmest) to C (coldest).
3. Give the refrigerator time to cool down
completely before adding food. This may
take several hours.
The settings indicated above should be
correct for normal, household refrigerator
NOTE:
control continuousty guards against moisture
build-up on the outside of your refrigerator
cabinet. This control does not have to be set
or adjusted.
The Automatic Exteriir Moisture
usage. The controls are set correctly
when milk or juice is as cold
as
you like
and when ice cream is firm. lf you need to
adjust these settings, see “Changing the
control settings” below.
Changing the control settings
If you need to adjust temperatures in
refrigerator or freezer, use the settings
listed in the chart below as a guide. If
you have questions, call our Consumer
Assistance Center number, 1-800-253-l 301.
l Adjust the Refrigerator Control first.
l Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments.
l Then adjust the Freezer Control if needed.
CONDITION:
Refrigerator
section
too warm
Freezer
section
too warm
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Refrigerator
section
too cold
Ice not
made fast
enough
Both
sections
too warm
REASON:
l Door opened often
l Large amount of food added
l Room temoerature too warm
l Door opened often
l Large amount of food added
l Very cokf room temperature
(can’t cycle often enough)
l Controls not set correctly
for your conditions
l Heavy ice usage
l Very coM room temperature
(can’t cycle often enough)
l Door opened often
l Large amount of food added
l Very warm or very cold room
temperatures
RECOMMENDED
CONTROL SElTlNGS:
Refrigerator 4
Freezer
Refrigerator 3
Freezer
Refrigerator 2
Freezer El
Refrigerator 3
Freezer
Refrigerator 4
Freezer
A
C
C
B
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Removing the snap-off door trim
(on some models)
To remove the trim piece:
1.
Remove all items from the shelf.
2. Pull out on the inside tab at each end of
the trim piece.
3. Pull trim piece straight out.
To replace the trim piece:
1.
Line up ends of the trim piece with the
button on the door liner wall.
2. Push trim piece straight back until it
snaps securely into place.
3. Replace items on the shelf.
Adjusting the door bins
To remove door bins:
1.
Lift bin up.
2. Pull bin straight out.
To replace door bins:
1.
Slide bin in above desired support button.
2. Push down until it stops.
Adjusting the door bin glides
Use the bin glides to secure odd-shaped
items or to separate other items.
1.
Grasp glide.
2. Slide glide along bin.
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Removing the tall-bottle retainer
The tall-bottle retainer fits onto any door bin
in your refrigerator. The retainer helps to
hold tall-bottles in place when opening and
closing the refrigerator door.
To remove tall-bottle retainer:
1.
Grasp center of retainer.
2. Pull up and off of bin.
To replace tall-bottle retainer:
1.
Position retainer above desired door bin.
2. Gently push retainer down onto bin.
3. Make sure both side notches sit firmly
against bin.
Adjusting the refrigerator shelves
Adjust shelves to match the way you use your
refrigerator. Glass shelves are strong enough to
hold bottles, milk and other heavy food items.
To remove the shelves:
1.
Remove items from the shelf.
2. Tilt shelf up at front.
3. Lii shelf up at back.
4. Pull shelf straight out.
Notch
To replace the shelves:
1.
Guide the rear shelf hooks into the slots in
the shelf supports on the back liner wall.
2. Tilt front of shelf up until hooks drop into slots.
3. Lower front of shelf to a level position.
Using the egg bin
The egg bin has two pieces -the lid and the
bin. Use the egg bin to hold one, two or three
dozen eggs.
To hold one dozen eggs:
Place a dozen eggs (in or out of carton) in
the bin and cover with the lid.
To hold two dozen eggs:
Place two dozen eggs loose in the bin and
cover with the lid.
To hold three dozen eggs:
Place two dozen eggs loose in the bin. Invert
the lid and place it on the bin. Put a dozen
eggs, in their carton, on top of the lid.
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Be careful when
handling glass items.
Lid
Bin
Removing the crisper and crisper cover
To remove the crisper:
1.
Slide the crisper straight out to the stop.
2. Lift the front slightly.
3.
Slide out the rest of the way.
4.
Replace in reverse order.
To remove the cover:
1.
Hold cover firmly with both hands and lift
front of cover off supports.
2. Lift cover out by pulling up and out.
To replace the cover:
1.
Fit back of cover into notch supports on
walls of refrigerator.
2. Lower front into place.
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stop, lift the front
and pull again.
Lift the cover
front, then
the back
Pull out to the
Removing the meat drawer and cover
To remove the meat drawer:
1.
Slide the meat drawer straight out to the
stop.
2. Lift the front slightly.
3. Slide out the rest of the way.
4. Replace in reverse order.
To remove the cover:
1.
Remove meat drawer and crisper.
2. Lift front of cover off supports.
3. Lift cover out by pulling up and out.
To replace the cover:
1. Fit back of cover into notch supports on
walls of refrigerator.
2. Lower front into place.
3. Replace meat drawer and crisper.
Pull out to the stop, lift
the front and pull again.
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Adjusting the crisper humidity control
You can control the amount of humidity in
the moisture-sealed crisper.
l Adjust the control to any setting between
LOW and HIGH.
l LOW (open) lets moist air out of the crisper
for best storage of fruits and vegetables
with skins.
l HIGH (closed) keeps moist air in the
crisper for best storage of fresh, leafy
vegetables.
Adjusting the meat drawer temperature
Cold air flows
through an opening between the freezer and
the refrigerator. This helps keep the meat
drawer colder than the rest of the refrfgerator for better storage of meats.
Slide the control to let more or less coM air
through.
against
the meat drawer
Use control to
adjust meat drawer
temperature.
Removing the snack bin
To remove the snack bin:
1.
Slide snack bin straight out to the stop
with an even, constant motion.
2. Lift the front.
3. Slide bin out the rest of the way.
4. Replace in reverse order.
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Pull out to the
atop, lift the front
and pull again.
Removing the freezer shelves
To remove the shelf:
1.
Lii right side of shelf off supports.
2. Slide shelf out of shelf support
3. Replace in reverse order.
holes.
Removing the freezer basket
To remove the basket:
1.
Slide basket out to the stop.
2. Lift the front to clear the stop.
3. Slide basket out the rest of the way.
To replace the basket:
1.
Place basket on the slides.
2. Make
3.
sure the wire stops
of the slides.
Slide basket in
clear the front
all the way.
Removing the freezer door shelves
(on some models)
Remove the freezer door shelves for easier
cleaning.
To remove the door shelves:
1.
Grasp shelf at both ends.
2. Lift shelf up
To replace the door shelves:
1.
Insert door shelf hooks into guides on
both edges of door
2. Push shelf down to lock into place.
and
pull it out.
liner.
Pull
out to the
stop, lift the
front and pull
again.
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Using the ice and water dispensers
Personal injury Hazard
Tumbling ice and pressure can break a
fragile glass. Use a sturdy glass when
dispensing ice or water.
Failure to do so could result in personal
injury or breakage.
The ice dispenser
Ice dispenses from the ice maker storage bin in
the freezer. When you press the dispenser bar,
a trapdoor opens in a chute between the
dispenser and the ice bin. Ice moves from the
bin and falls through the chute. When you
release the dispenser bar, a buzzing sound
may be heard for a few seconds as the trapdoor closes. The dispenser system will not
operate when the freezer door is open.
To dispense ice:
1.
Press a sturdy glass against the ice dispenser bar. HoM glass close to dispenser
opening so ice does not fall outside of glass.
2. Remove the glass to stop dispensing.
NOTE:
an off-flavor from new plumbing and parts.
Throw the ice away. Also, take large amounts
of ice from the ice bin, not through the dispenser.
The first few batches of ice may have
The water dispenser
Chilled water comes from a tank behind the
meat drawer. It hokfs approximately 1 l/2 quarts
(1.5 L).
When the refrigerator is first hooked up,
press the water dispenser bar with a glass or
jar until you draw and discard 2 or 3 quarts (1.9
to 2.8 L). The water you draw and discard
rinses the tank and pipes.
Allow several hours to chill a new tankful.
NOTE: The
designed to evaporate
drain in this tray.
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small tray beneath the dispenser is
small
spills. There is no
Do not
pour water into it.
To dispense water:
1.
Press a sturdy glass against the water
dispenser bar.
2. Remove the glass to stop dispensing.
NOTE:
Dispense enough water every week
to maintain a fresh supply.
Using the automatic ice maker
Here are a few things you will want to know
about your automatic ice maker:
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The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm.
DOWN to make ice automatically.
UP to shut off the ice maker.
NOTE:
connected to the water supply.
for ice maker water suppty hook up are
attached to the back of the refrigerator
cabinet.
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It is normal for ice crescents to be attached
by a corner. They break apart easily.
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The ice maker will not operate until the
freezer is cold enough to make ice. This can
take overnight.
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If ice is not being made fast enough and
more ice is needed, turn the Refrigerator
Control toward a higher number. Wait a day
and, if necessary, turn the Freezer Control
toward C.
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Good water quality is important for good ice
quality. Try to avoid connecting the ice
maker to a softened water supply. Water
softener chemicals (such as salt from a
malfunctioning softener) can damage the ice
maker mold and lead to poor ice quality. If a
softened water suppfy cannot be avoided,
make sure the water softener is operating
properly and well maintained.
Do not turn ice maker on until it is
instructions
UP to
stop ice
maker.
t
DOWN to
start ice
maker.
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Removing the ice maker storage bin
Remove, empty and clean the storage bin if:
l the ice dispenser has not, or will not, be
used for a week or more.
l a power failure causes ice in the bin to
melt and freeze together.
l the ice dispenser is not used regularly.
To remove ice bin:
1.
Pull the coveting panel out from the
bottom and slide it to the rear.
2. Lift the signal arm so it clicks into the OFF
(up) position. Ice can still be dispensed,
but no more can be made.
3. Lift the front of the storage bin and pull it
Out.
4. Empty the ice bin. Use hot or warm water
to melt the ice if necessary.
anything sharp
to break up ice in the
Never use
bin. This can damage the bin and dispenser mechanism.
5. Wash with mild detergent. Rinse well. Do
not use harsh or abrasive cleaners or
solvents.
6. When replacing the bin, make sure it is
pushed in all the way. Then push the
signal arm down to the ON position to
restart ice production.
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Solving common ice maker/dispenser problems
PROBLEM
ice dispenser
won’t work
ice dispenser
stops working
Off-taste or
odor
in ice
CAUSE SOLUTIONS
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Freezer door open
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Ice bin not properly
installed
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Wrong ice in bin
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Dispenser not used for
extended periids,
causing ice cubes to
melt together
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Ice dispenser bar held
in too long
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Ice attracts airborne
odors; old ice
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Water quality
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Foods not properly
wrapped
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Ice bin and freezer may
need cleaning
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Plumbing to ice maker
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New ice maker
Close the freezer door.
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Make sure bin is pushed in all the way.
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Use only crescents from ice maker.
Shake the bin occasionally to keep cubes
separated and to increase storage room.
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Dump old ice and make a new supply.
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Wait about 3 minutes for the dispenser
motor to reset.
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Large amounts of ice should be taken
from the bin,
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Dump old ice and make a new supply.
Store excess ice in covered container.
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Water containing minerals (such as sulfur)
may require a filter to remove.
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Wrap properly. See pages 24 and 25.
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Clean freezer and ice bin. See cleaning
chart on pages 21 and 22.
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Follow Installation Instructions for proper
ice maker water supply hook up. (See
back of refrigerator cabinet.)
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The first few loads of ice from a new ice
maker may have an off-taste. Dump ice
and make a new supply.
not through the dispenser.
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Removing the base grille
To remove the grille:
1.
Open both doors.
2. Pull base grille forward to release the
support tabs from the metal clips.
3. Do
not remove Tech Sheet
behind the grille.
To replace the grille:
1.
Line up grille support tabs with metal
clips.
2. Push firmly to snap into place.
3. Close the doors.
See cleaning instructions for defrost pan and
condenser coils on page 22.
fastened
Changing the light bulbs
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Electrical Shock Hazard
Before removing a light bulb, either
unplug the refrigerator or disconnect
the electricity leading to it at the main
power supply.
Failure to do so could resuft in personal injury.
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To change refrigerator light:
1. Disconnect refrigerator from power supply.
2. Reach behind the Control Console to
remove bulb.
3. Replace bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb.
4. Reconnect refrigerator to power supply.
Condenser coils
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To change crisper light:
1.
Disconnect refrigerator from power supply.
2. Pull top of light shield forward until it snaps
free.
3. Lower light shield to clear bottom supports.
4. Pull light shield straight out to remove.
6. Replace bulb with a 40-watt appliance
bulb.
6. Replace light shield in reverse order.
7. Reconnect refrigerator to power supply.
To change light below ice bin:
1.
Disconnect refrigerator from power supply.
2. Push in sides of light shield until it snaps
free.
3. Replace bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb.
4. Replace light shield.
5. Reconnect refrigerator to power supply.
risper
light
Light
below
ice bin
To change upper freezer light
(on some models):
1.
Disconnect refrigerator from power
SUPPly.
2. Lift top of light shield up and pull shield
Out.
3. Replace with a 40-watt appliance bulb.
4. Place shield over bulb and snap shield
into place.
5. Reconnect refrigerator to power supply.
To change dispenser area light:
1.
Disconnect refrigerator from power supply.
2. Reach through dispenser area to
remove bulb.
3. Replace with a heavy-duty 1 O-watt bulb,
which can be purchased from your
Whirlpool dealer.
4. Reconnect refrigerator to power supply.
NOTE:
will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace a
bulb with one of the same size and shape.
Not all commercial appliance bulbs
Upper f&ezer light
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Understanding the sounds you may hear
Your new refrigerator may make sounds that
your old one didn’t. Because the sounds are
new to you, you might be concerned about
them. Don’t be. Most of the new sounds are
normal. Hard surfaces like the floor, walls
and cabinets can make the sounds seem
louder.
The following describes the kinds of
sounds that might be new to you, and what
may be making them.
Slight hum, soft hiss
You may hear the refrigerator’s fan motor
and moving air.
Water sounds
When the refrigerator stops running, you
may hear gurgling in the tubing for a few
minutes after it stops. You may also hear
defrost water running into the defrost water
pan.
Ice maker sounds
l trickling water
l thud (clatter of ice)
You may hear buzzing (from the water
valve), triikling water and the clatter of ice
dumped into the bin.
Clicking or snapping sounds
The thermostat makes a definite click when
the refrigerator stops running. It also makes
a sound when the refrigerator starts. The
defrost timer will click when the defrost cycle
starts.
Saving energy
You can help your refrigerator use less
electricity.
l Check door gaskets for a tight seal. Level
the cabinet to be sure of a good seal.
l Clean the condenser coils regularly.
l Open the door as few times as possible.
Think about what you need before you
open the door. Get everything out at one
time. Keep food organized so you won’t
have to search for what you want. Close
door as soon as food is removed.
Running sounds
Your refrigerator has a high-efficiency
compressor and motor. It will run longer than
older designs. It may even seem to run most
of the time.
l Go ahead and fill up the refrigerator, but
don’t overcrowd it so air movement is
blocked.
l It is a waste of electricity to set the refrig-
erator and freezer to temperatures cokfer
than they need to be. If ice cream is firm in
the freezer and drinks are as cold as your
family likes them, that’s cold enough.
l Make sure your refrigerator is not next to a
heat source such as a range, water heater,
furnace, radiator or in direct sunlight.
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Caring For Your Refrigerator
In This Section
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Cleaning
Vacation
Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a
few things you can do to help extend its product life. This section tells you how to clean your
refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation, moving or during a power outage.
your refrigerator
and moving
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care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Power interruptions
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Cleaning your refrigerator
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections
defrost automatically. However, clean both
about once a month to prevent odors from
building up. Wipe up spills right away.
To clean your refrigerator, turn the Refrigerator Control to OFF, unplug it, take out all
removable parts and clean the refrigerator
according to the following directions.
PART
Removable parts
(shelves, crisper,
etc.)
Outside
WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN
Sponge or cloth with mild
detergent and warm
water
Sponge, cloth or paper
towel with mild detergent,
warm water and an
appliance wax (or good
auto paste wax)
Personal injury Hazard
Refrigeration system tubes are located
near the defrost pan and can become
hot. Remove and install defrost pan
carefully.
Failure to do so could result in personal
injury.
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Hand wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.
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Wash outside of cabinet. Do not
use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
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Rinse and dry thoroughly.
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Wax painted metal surfaces at least
twice a year. Apply wax with a
clean, soft cloth.
Waxing painted
metal surfaces provides rust
protection. Do not wax plastic
parts.
inside wails
(allow freezer to
warm up so cloth
won’t stick)
Sponge, soft cloth or
paper towel with baking
soda or mild detergent
and warm water
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Wash with mixture of warm water
and:
- mikl detergent, or
- baking soda
to 1 quart [.95 L] of water).
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Rinse and dry thoroughly.
(2
tablespoons
on
next
[26 g]
page
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PART
Door liners and
gaskets
Piasttic parts
(covers and
panels)
WHAT TO USE
Sponge, soft cloth
or paper towel with
miM detergent and
warm water
Soft, clean sponge
or soft, clean cloth
with mild detergent
and warm water
HOW TO CLEAN
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Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.
DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleaners
containing petroleum on plastic parts.
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Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.
DO NOT USE paper towels, window
sprays, scouring cleansers or fiam-
mabie fiuMs. These can scratch or
damage material. See “important Safety
instructions” on page 3.
Defrost pan
Sponge or cloth
with mild detergent
and warm water
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Remove base grille. (See page 18.)
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To remove defrost pan, lift pan over wire
brace (remove tape; if any).
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Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly.
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Replace with notched corner to the rear.
Push it in all the way.
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Make sure defrost pan drain tube is
pointing into pan.
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Replace base grille.
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Condenser coils
Floor under
refrigerator
Vacuum cleaner
with extended
narrow
attachment
Floor cleaners
Remove base grille.
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Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty. Coils
may need to be cleaned as often as
every other month.
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Replace base grille.
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Roll refrigerator out only as far as the
water supply line allows.
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Clean floor.
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Roll refrigerator back into place.
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Check to see if the refrigerator is level.
Vacation and moving care
Short vacations
No need to shut off the refrigerator if you will
be away for less than four weeks.
1. Use up any perishables.
2. Freeze other items.
3. Raise signal arm to OFF (up) position.
4. Shut off water supply to ice maker.
5. Empty the ice bin.
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Long vacations
If you will be gone a month or more:
1.
Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. Turn off the water supply to the ice maker
at least one day ahead of time.
3. When the last load of ice drops, turn
off the ice maker. Make sure all ice is
dispensed out of the ice maker
mechanism.
4. Unplug the refrigerator.
5. Clean it, rinse well and dry.
6. 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.
Personal injury Hazard
Do not allow children to climb on, play
near or climb inside the refrigerator
when the doors are blocked open.
They may become injured or trapped.
Moving
When you are moving the refrigerator to a
new home:
1.
Turn off the water supply to the ice
maker at least one day ahead of time.
2. Disconnect the water line.
3.
After the last load of ice drops, lift the
signal arm to the OFF (up) position.
4. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
5. Pack all frozen food in dry ice.
6. Unplug the refrigerator.
7. Clean it thoroughly. Rinse well and dry.
6. Take out all removable parts, wrap them
well, and tape them together so they
don’t shift and rattle.
9. Screw in the leveling rollers.
10.
Tape the doors shut and tape the power
supply cord to the cabinet.
When you get to your new home, put
everything back and refer to page 5. Also,
remember to reconnect the water supply
line.
To restart refrigerator, see “Using Your
Refrigerator” on page 7.
Power interruptions
If electriiity goes off, call the power company. Ask how long power will be off.
1. If service will be interrupted 24 hours or
less,
keep both doors closed.
helps food stay frozen
2. If service will be interrupted longer than
24 hours:
(a) Remove all frozen food and store in a
frozen food locker.
OR
(b) Place 2 Ibs. (0.9 kg) of dry ice in
freezer for every cubic foot of freezer
space. This will keep food frozen for 2
to 4 days. Wear gloves to protect your
hands from dry ice burns.
This
OR
(c) If neither a food locker or dry ice is
available, use or can perishable food
at once.
3. A full freezer stays cold longer than a
partly filled one. A freezer full of meat
stays cold longer than a freezer full of
baked goods. If food contains ice crystals,
it may be safely refrozen, although the
quality and flavor may be affected. If the
condition of the food is poor, or if you feel
it is unsafe, dispose of it.
Questions ‘1
Call our Consumer Assistance Center
telephone number, 1-800-253-l 301.
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Food Storage Guide
There is a correct way to package and store refrigerated or frozen food. To keep food fresher,
longer, take the time to study these recommended steps.
Storing fresh food
Wrap or store food placed in the refrigerator
in airtight and moisture-proof material. This
prevents food odor and taste transfer
throughout the refrigerator. For dated
products, check code date to ensure
freshness.
Leafy vegetables
Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off
bruised and discolored areas. Wash in cold
water and drain. Place in plastic bag or
plastic container and store in crisper.
Vegetables with skins
(carrots, peppers)
Store in crisper, plastic bags or plastic
container.
Fruit
Wash, let dry and store in refrigerator in
plastic bags or crisper. Do not wash or hull
berries until they are ready to use. Sort and
keep berries in their original container in a
crisper, or store in a loosely closed paper
bag on a refrigerator shelf.
Eggs
Store without washing in egg bin provided,
or in the original carton on an interior shelf.
Milk
Wipe milk cartons. For best storage, place
milk on interior shelf.
Butter or margarine
Keep opened butter in covered dish or
closed compartment. When storing an
extra supply, wrap in freezer packaging
and freeze.
Cheese
Store in the original wrapping until you are
ready to use ft. Once opened, rewrap tightly
in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
Leftovers
Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Plastic containers with tight lids can
also be used.
Meat
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.
APPROXIMATE TIME
TYPE
Chicken
Ground beef
Steaks and roasts
Cured meats 7to10
Bacon 5 to 7
Cold cuts 3 to 5
Variety meats 1 to2
*If storing meat longer than the times given,
follow the directions for freezing.
NOTE:
day as purchased.
Use fresh fish and shellfish the Same
(DAYS)
1 to2
1 to2
3 to 5
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Storing frozen food
The freezer section is designed for storage
of commercially frozen food and for freezing
food at home.
NOTE:
ing food for freezing or food storage times,
contact your local Cooperative Extension
Service or check a freezer guide or reliable
cookbook.
Packaging
The secret of successful freezing is in the
packaging. The way you close and seal the
package must not allow air or moisture in or
out. Packaging done in any other way could
cause food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and drying of frozen
food.
Packaging recommended for use:
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Follow package or container instructions for
proper freezing methods.
For further information about prepar-
Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids
Straight-sided canning/freezing jars
Heavy-duty aluminum foil
Plastic-coated paper
Non-permeable plastic wraps (made from
a Saran film)
Freezing
Do not expect your freezer to quick-freeze
any large quantity of food. Put no more
unfrozen food into the freezer than will
freeze within
3 pounds of food per cubic foot of freezer
space). Leave enough space for air to
circulate around packages. Be careful to
leave enough room at the front so the door
can close tightly.
Storage times will vary according to the
qualii of the food, the type of packaging or
wrap used (airtight and moisture-proof) and
the storage temperature, which should be
0°F (-17.8%).
24
hours (no more than 2 to
Do not use:
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Bread wrappers
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Non-polyethylene plastic containers
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Containers without tight lids
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Waxed paper
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Waxed-coated freezer wrap
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Thin, semi-permeable wrap
The use of these wrappings could cause
food odor, taste transfer and drying of frozen
food.
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If You Need Assistance Or
Service
Performance problems often result from little things you can fix without tools. Please read the
chart below before calling for service on your apdiance.
1. Before calling for assistance . . .
Listed in this chart are the most common problems consumers run into with their appliances.
Please read through this and see if it can solve vour problem.
PROBLEM
Your refrigerator
will not
operate
CHECK THE FOLLOWING
Is the power supply cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper
voltage?
Has a household fuse or circuit breaker blown/tripped?
Is the Refrigerator Control set to the OFF position?
. ,
The lights do
not work
The ice maker
does not work
You hear unfamil-
iar sounds or a
rattling/jingling
noise
There is water in
the defrost pan
The motor seems
to run too much
Is the power supply cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper
voltage?
Has a household fuse or circuit breaker blown/tripped?
Is a bulb burned out?
Is the freezer cokf enough to make ice? It could take overnight for
the freezer to reach the proper temperature.
Is the ON/OFF lever in the ON (down) position? (See page 15.)
Is the water valve turned on?
Does the water line have a clog or leak?
Is something on top of or behind the refrigerator?
Some new sounds are normal. See “Understanding the sounds you
may heat” on page 20.
This is normal on hot, muggy days. Make sure the refrigerator is level
so the pan does not overflow.
Are the condenser coils dirtv?
Has the door been open often? Has a larae amount of food been
added at one time? The motor naturally r&s longer if these things
happen.
Is the room hot? If the room is too warm, the motor runs longer to
keep the unit cool.
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2. If you need assistance*...
Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance
Center telephone number. Dial toll-free
from anywhere in the U.S.A.:
1-800-253-1301
and talk with one of our trained consultants.
The consultant can instruct you in how to
obtain satisfactory operation from your
appliance or, if service is necessary, recommend a qualified service company in your
area.
If you prefer, write to:
Mr. William Clark
Consumer Assistance Representative
Whirlpool Corporation
2000 N State Route 63
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in
your correspondence.
3. If you need service*...
Whirlpool has a nationwide network of
authorized Whirlpool@ service companies.
Whirlpool service technicians are trained to
fulfill the product warranty and provide afterwarranty service, anywhere in the United
States. To locate the authorized Whirlpool
service company in your area, call our
Consumer Assistance Center telephone
number (see Step 2) or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under:
‘APPIMNCE-HOUSEHOID- ‘wAsHlNo YAcHlNEs k
YAJOR, SERVICE L REPNR ORYERS, SERVICE L REPNR
- SM Whirlpool Applimces or - Sew Whirlpool App4lmces or
Autlwrlmd WhIrlpool Servke
(.ExBt7@x XYi! Smvk4 Co.) (Exampb: XYZ Senke Co.)
Authorlmd Whklpool Sewke
4. If you need FSP replacement parts . . .
FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool
Corporation for quality parts. Look for this
symbol of quality whenever you need a
replacement part for your Whirlpoole
appliance. FSP replacement parts will fii
right and work right, because they are made
to the same exacting specifications used to
build every new Whirlpool appliance.
To locate FSP replacement parts in your
area, refer to Step 3 above or call the
Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center
number in Step 2.
5. If you are not satisfied with
how the problem was
solved . . .
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Contact the Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel (MACAP). MACAP is a group
of independent consumer experts that
voices consumer views at the highest
levels of the major appliance industry.
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Contact MACAP only when the dealer,
authorized servicer and Whirlpool have
failed to resolve your problem.
Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Driie
Chicago, IL 66606
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MACAP will in turn inform us of your
action.
‘When asking for help or service:
Please provide a detailed description of
the problem, your appliance’s complete
model and serial numbers, and the purchase date. (See page 2.) This information will help us respond properly to your
request.
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WHIRLPOOL@
Refrigerator Warranty
LENGTH OF WARRANTY
FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
FULL FIVE-YEAR
WARRANTY
From Date of Purchase
WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR
FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct
defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be
provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company.
FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects
in materials or workmanship in the sealed refrigeration
system. These parts are:
1. Compressor
2. Evaporator
3. Condenser
Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool
service company.
4. Drier
5. Connecting tubing
WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR
A.
Service calls to:
1. Correct the installation of your refrigerator.
2. Instruct you how to use your refrigerator.
3. Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing.
4. Replace light bulbs.
B.
Repairs when your refrigerator is used in other than normal, single-family household
use.
C. Pickup and delivery. Your refrigerator is designed to be repaired in the home.
D.
Damage to your refrigerator caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use
of products not approved by Whirlpool.
E.
Any fcod loss due to product failure.
F.
Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the
appliance.
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.
Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your
authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.
If you need service, first see the “lf You Need Assistance or Service” section of this book.
After checking “If You Need Assistance or Service,” additional help can be found by calling
our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number, l-500-253-1
U.S.A.
301,
from anywhere in the
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