Whirlpool ET14HJXDN01 User Manual
USE AND CARE GUIDE
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN
MANUAL DE US0 Y MANEJO
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Table of
Contents
Page
A
Note
to You..
Refrigerator Safety ................................................... 2
Parts and Features
Before Uslng Your Refrigerator ............................. 4
Uslng Your Refrigerator.. ......................................... 5
Setting the control ................................................
Adjusting the refrigerator shefves.. ....................... 6
Removing the meat drawer and cover ................. 6
Removing the crisper(s) and crisper cover .......... 7
Removing the freezer shelf .................................. 7
Using the ice cube trays..
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5
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Using the optional automatic ice maker ............... 6
Attaching the ice maker to a water supply
Changing the light bulb ......................................
Understanding the sounds you may hear .......... 12
Saving energy
Reversing the door swing
Caring for Your Refrigerator..
Food Storage Guide ............................................... 15
Troubleshootlng ..................................................... 16
Requesting Assistance or Service.. ...................... 17
Warranties ............................................................... 20
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A Note to You
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool0 appliance.
Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool Refrigerators are easy to use, save time, and
help you manage your home better. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use
and Care Guide. It contains valuable infomration about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and
safely. Please read it carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with
your appliance. This card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance.
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Please record your model’s information.
Model
Whenever you call to request service on your appliante, you need to know your complete model number
and serial number. You can find this information on the
model and serial number label (see diagram on page 3
for location of label).
Please also record the purchase date of your appli-
ance and your dealer’s name, address, and telephone
number.
Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Dealer
Name
Dealer Phone
Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
Our Consumer Assistance Center number is tollfree from anywhere in the U.S.A. 24 hours a day.
1-800-253-1301
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Refrigerator Safety
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols
and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief
explanation of the use of the warning symbol.
IMPORTANT SAFEW INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or Injury when using your
refrigerator, follow these basic
This symbol alerts you to such dangers as
personal injury, burns, fire, and electrical shock.
precautions:
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Read all instructions before using the refrigerator.
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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 old refrigerator, do
it safefy. Please read the enclosed safety booklet
from the Association of Home Appliance Manufac-
turers. Help prevent accidents.
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Help us help you
Please:
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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
ing. (Refer to the Electrical Requirements and
Grounding Instructions Sheet.)
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Do not load the refrigerator with food before it has
time to get property 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.
and
ground-
eNever allow children to operate, play with, or
crawl inside the refrigerator.
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Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable
fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or
explosion.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
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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.
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Parts and Features
This section contains captioned illustrations of your appliance. Use them to become familiar with where all parts
and features are located and what they look like. Page references are included for your convenience.
NOTE: Your model may have all or some of the parts and features shown, and they may not match the illustration
exactly. This manual Covers several models.
Temperature
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Model and serial
number label (on side wall)
(P. 1)
(P. 6)
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Adjustable freezer shelf
(partial shelf on some models)
ib. 7)
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Door shelves
Magnetic
door gaskets
Llght awitch
Dairy
compartment
- Meat drawer cover
(solid plastic)
(P. 6)
Plastk
crisper cover H
(glass on some
models)
(P. 7)
Leveling rollers
(not shown)
(P- 5)
Control Panel
Temperature control
Door shelves
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- Crisper drawer0
(full-width drawer on
some models)
(P. 7)
Light switch
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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.
Cleaning your refrigerator
Removing packaging materials
Remove tape and any inside labels (except the model
and serial number label) before using the refrigerator.
To remove any remaining tape or label glue:
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Rub briskly with thumb.
OR
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Appty liquid hand-dishwashing detergent to area
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 2.
NOTE:
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
page 13.
Do not remove
any
permanent instruction
Plugging it in
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused and
property 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 Electrical Requirements and
Grounding Instructions Sheet in your Literature
Package.
Refrigerator
power cord
&prong grounding
type wall receptacle
Installing it properly
1.
Allow YZ inch (1.25 cm) space on each side and 3
inches (7.6 cm) at the top of the refrigerator for ease
of installation and proper air circulation.
2. If the hinge side of the refrigerator is to be against a
wall, you might want to leave extra space so the
door can be opened wider.
3. Allow at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) between the refrigerator condenser on the back and the wall.
4. Level your refrigerator.
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Leveling it
Your refrigerator has 2 front, adjustable rollers to
prevent rocking on uneven floors.
To adiust rollers:
Roll refrigerator into position.
1.
2.
Adjust rollers by turning the leveling screws
located at the front of the base.
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Turn clockwise to raise.
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Turn counterclockwise to lower.
NOTE: Rollers are adjusted correctly when the
refrigerator no longer rocks when the doors are
opened or closed.
3.
Repeat this procedure whenever the refrigerator
is moved.
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Use a mcrew-
NOTE:
rollers to raise the front of the refrigerator slightly.
If you want the doors to close easier, use the
Using Your Refrigerator
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 control, remove, and adjust the features in your refrigerator,
Setting the control
The control for the refrigerator and freezer is in the
refrigerator. When you plug in the refrigerator for the
first time:
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Set the Temperature Control to 3 (normal).
Temperature Control adjustments range from
1 (warmest) to 5 (coldest).
NOTE: Turning the Temperature Control to OFF
stops cooling in both the refrigerator and freezer
compartments, but it does not disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply.
Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely
before adding food. This could take several hours.
The setting indicated above should be correct for
normal household refrigerator usage. The control is set
correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and
when ice cream is firm.
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NOTE:
ously guards against moisture buildup on the outside
of the refrigerator cabinet.
The built-in exteriir moisture control continu-
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Adjusting the refrigerator shelves
Adjust the refrigerator shelves to match the way you
use your refrigerator.
To
remove the shelves:
1. Remove items
2. Slide shelf straight out to the stop.
3. Lii back of sheff over stop.
4. Slide shelf out the rest of the way.
from the shelf.
To replace the shelves:
1.
Slide back of shelf into shelf track in wall of cabinet.
2. Guide front of shelf into shelf track.
3. Slide shelf in all the way.
Removing the meat drawer and cover
(on some models)
To remove the meat drawer:
1. Slide meat drawer out to the stop.
2. Lii front of meat drawer.
3. Slide meat drawer out the rest of the way.
4. Replace in reverse order.
Remove maat
drawer before
To remove the cover:
1.
Remove meat drawer.
2. Push cover back to release rear clips from shelf.
3. Tift cover up at front.
4. Pull cover forward and out.
To replace the cover:
1.
Pit notches and clips on underside of cover over
rear and center cross bars on shelf.
2. Lower cover into place.
3. Pull cover fomrard to secure rear clips onto shelf.
4. Replace meat drawer.
Removing the crisper(s) and crisper cover
To
remove the crisper(s):
1.
Slide crisper(s) straight out to the stop.
2. Lii the front.
3. Slide out the rest of the way.
4. Replace in reverse order.
Lift cover front,
then the beck.
To remove the cover:
1. Lii
cover front and remove the cover support.
2. Lii cover up and slide out.
To replace the cover:
1.
Fit cover tabs into lowest cabinet slots and push in.
Lower the front retainers into place.
2. Insert cover support (with the long tab toward the
front) into the groove on the underside of the cover.
NOTE:
clockwise to raise or counterclockwise to lower.
If the support needs adjustment, turn base
Removing the freezer shelf
(on some models)
Remove the freezer shelf for easier
cleaning.
To remove the sheik
1.
Remove items from the sheff.
2. Lii back of shelf over stop.
3. Slide shelf straight out.
To replace the shelf:
1.
Slide back of shelf into shelf tracks
on walls of cabinet.
2. Slide shelf in all the way.
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Using the ice cube trays
If cubes are not used, they may shrink. The moving
cold air starts a slow evaporation. The longer you store
cubes, the smaller they get.
To remove ice:
1.
Hold tray at both ends.
2. Twist slightly.
Using the optional automatic ice maker
If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, or if
you plan to add one later (contact the dealer for ice
maker kit number), here are a few things you should
know.
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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
IMPORTANT:
connect it to the water supply.
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If you remove the ice bin, raise the signal arm to shut
off the ice maker. When you replace the bin, push it in
all the way and lower the ice maker signal arm to the
ON position.
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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 you cannot
avoid a softened water supply, make sure the water
softener is operating properly and is well maintained.
Do not turn ice maker on until you
ke maker.
Solving common ice maker problems
PROBLEM
ice crescents attached
at corners
ice maker will not
operate or ice is not
made fast enough
Off-taste or odor in ke
POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
. This is normal. They break apart easily. Shake bin occasionally to keep
separated.
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ON/OFF lever is in the OFF (up) position. Lower lever to the ON (down) position.
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Freezer is not cold enough. Adjust temperature controls and wait 24 hours.
(See
‘Setting the control on page 5.)
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New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off-flavored ice. Discard the
first few batches of ice.
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Cubes are stored too long. Throw them away and make a new supply.
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Food is not wrapped properly. See page 15.
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Freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned. See page 13.
cubes
Attaching the ice maker to a water supply
Read all directions carefully before you begin.
IMPORTANT:
. It may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to
Electrical Shock Hazard
. Disconnect electrical supply to refrigerator
before installing.
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Electrical drill must be grounded before drilling
holes in water line.
Failure to do so couki result in electriil shock,
serious injury, or death.
IMPORTANT:
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Use copper tubing only and check for leaks.
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Install ice maker tubing in areas where temperatures
are above freezing.
Tools required:
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Standard screwdriver
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7/is-inch and S-inch open-end wrenches or
2 adjustable wrenches
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G-rch nut driver
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Winch drill bit
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Hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded)
begin producing ice.
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If operating the refrigerator before installing the water
connection, turn ice maker to the OFF position to
prevent operation without water.
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All installations must be in accordance with local
plumbing code requirements.
INSTALLATiON IS NOT WARRANTED
BY REFRIGERATOR OR ICE MAKER
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MANUFACTURER.
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NOTE: Your nearest appliance dealer has a kii
available with a X-inch 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 piercing type or %s-inch
saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs
more easily.
Cold water supply
Ice maker water valve wntains 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 limitations of 20-120 psi. If a problem occurs,
call your utility company.
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Connecting to water line
Find a %-inch to 1 %-inch vertical COLD water pipe
1.
near the refrigerator.
NOTE: Horizontal pipe will work, but the following
precaution must be taken: Drill on the top side of
the pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water
away from the drill. Thii also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve.
Measure from connection on rear of refrigerator to
2.
water pipe. Add 7 feet (2.1 m) to allow for moving
refrigerator for cleaning. This is the length of %inch
O.D. copper tubing you will need for the job (length
from connection to water pipe PLUS 7 feet [2.1 ml).
Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.
Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest
3.
faucet long enough to clear line of water.
Using a grounded drill, drill a %-inch hole on the
4.
wM water pipe you have selected.
Fasten shut-off valve to wld water pipe with pipe
5.
clamp. Be sure outlet end is solidly in the %-inch
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 (wiled) copper tubing is used. Now you are
ready to wnnect the copper tubing.
Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on
5.
copper tubing as shown in diagram. 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. Turn ON main
water supply and flush out tubing until water is
clear. Turn OFF shut-off valve on the water pipe.
Coil the copper tubing.
Vertical cold
water pipe
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Compression
sleeve
Compresslon nut
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tubing (length from
inlet on rear of refrigerator to water plpe
plus 7 feet (2.1 m])
% Compression
sleeve
TO REFRIGERATOR +
Connecting to refrigerator
1. (On kit models, assemble water valve to refrigerator
per kit instructions.) Route the copper tubing
through the tube clamp provided as shown at left.
Connect the %nch copper tube from the shut-off
valve to the water valve at the lower, left rear of
cabinet. Use a compression nut and sleeve as
shown at left. Tighten the compression nut. Do not
over-tighten.
2. Turn shut-off valve ON. CHECK FOR LEAKS.
TIGHTEN ANY CONNECTIONS (INCLUDING
CONNECTIONS AT THE VALVE) OR NUTS
THAT LEAK.
3. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water
strainer. If local water conditions require periiic
cleaning or a well is your source of water supply, a
second water strainer should be installed in the
W-rch water line. Obtain a water strainer from your
nearest appliance dealer. Install at either tube
connection.
4. Reconnect electrical supply to refrigerator.
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Use only l/cinch copper
tubing from cold
water line
Tube clamp
l/pinch compression
nut and sleeve
Changing the light bulb
Electrical Shock Hazard
Before removing a light bulb or removing a light
shield for cleaning, either unplug the refrigerator
or disconnect the electricity leading to it at the
main power supply.
Failure to do so could result in electrical shock.
To change refrigerator light:
1.
Disconnect refrigerator from power supply.
2. Reach behind Control Panel to remove bulb.
3. Replace with a 40-watt appliance bulb.
4. Reconnect refrigerator to power supply.
NOTE:
Be sure to replace a bulb with one of the same size
and
Not all appliance bulbs will fii your refrigerator.
shape.
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Understanding the sounds you may hear
Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your okl
one didn’t. Because the sounds are new to you, you
might be wncemed 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.
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.
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), trickling
water, and the clatter of ice dumped into the bin.
Running sounds
Your refrigerator has a high-efficiency compressor
and motor. It will run longer than okfer designs. It may
even seem to run most of the time.
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 Cpen 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.
Reversing the door swing
The doors on your refrigerator are reversible. If you
need to reverse the door swing, refer to the instruction
sheet included with your refrigerator.
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 refrigerator and
freezer to temperatures colder 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 cokl 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
Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable setvice. However, there are a few things you can
do to help extend its product Me. This section tells you how to clean your refrigerator
on vacation, moving, or during a power outage.
Cleaning your refrigerator
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections
defrost automatically. However, clean
both about once a month to help prevent
odors from building up. Wipe up spills
right away.
To clean your refrigerator, unplug it,
take out all removable parts, and clean the refrigerator
according to the following directions.
Refrigeration system tubes are near the defrost
pan and can become hot. Remove
defrost pan carefully.
Failure to do so could resutl in personal injury.
Personal injury Hazard
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to do when going
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PART WHAT TO USE
Removable parts
(shelves, crisper, etc.)
Outside
inside wails
(allow freezer to
warm up so cloth
won’t stick)
Door liners
and gaskets
Plastic parts
(covers and panels)
Sponge or cloth with mild
detergent and warm water
Sponge,
towel with mild detergent,
warm water, and a good
appliance wax (or good
auto paste wax)
Sponge, soft cloth, or paper
towel with baking soda or
mikf detergent and warm
water
Sponge, soft cloth, or paper
towel with mild detergent
and warm water
Soft, clean sponge or soft,
clean cloth with mild detergent and warm water
cloth, or paper
HOW TO CLEAN
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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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Wipe and dry thoroughly.
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Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year.
Appiy wax
with a clean,
soft
cloth.
Waxing painted
metal surfaces provides rust protection.
Do not wax plastic parts.
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Wash with mixture of warm water and:
- mild detergent, or
- baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt [26 g to .95 L] of water).
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Wipe and dry thoroughly.
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Wash, wipe, and dry thoroughly.
DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concentrated
detergents, bleaches, or cleaners containing
petroleum on plastic patis.
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Wash, rinse or wipe, and dry thoroughly.
DO NOT USE paper towels, window sprays,
scouring cleansers, or flammable fluids. These
can scratch or damage material. See “important
Safety instructions” on page 2.
Defrost pan
(on back of cabinet,
above motor)
Condenser
coils
Sponge or cloth with mild
detergent and warm water
Vacuum cleaner with
extended narrow
attachment
Roll refrigerator out away from the wall.
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Wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly. Do
not remove
defrost pan to clean it.
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Roll refrigerator back into place. Make sure to leave
1 inch (2.5 cm) between cabinet back and the wall.
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Check to see if the refrigerator is level.
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Roll refrigerator oul away from the wall.
. Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty. Coils may need to
be cleaned as often as every other month.
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Roll refrigerator back into place. Make sure to leave
1 inch (2.5 cm) between cabinet back and the wall.
. Check to see if the refrigerator is level.
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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. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
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Raise signal arm to OFF (up) position.
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Shut off water supply to the ice maker.
Long vacations
If you will be gone a month or more:
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
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Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least
one day ahead of time.
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When the last toad of ice drops, turn off the ice
maker. Make sure all ice is dispensed out of the
ice maker mechanism.
3. Unplug the refrigerator.
4. Clean it, rinse well, and dry.
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.
Moving
When you are moving the refrigerator to a new home:
1.
If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
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Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least
one day ahead of time.
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Disconnect the water line.
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After the fast load of ice drops, lift the signal arm
to the OFF (up) position.
2. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
3. Pack all frozen food in dry ice.
4. Unplug the refrigerator.
5. Clean it thoroughly. Wipe well and dry.
6. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and
tape them together so they don’t shift and rattle.
7. Screw in the leveling rollers.
8.
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 4. Also, if your refrigerator has an
automatic ice maker, remember to reconnect the water
supply line.
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.
To restart refrigerator, see page 5.
Power interruptions
If electricity goes off, call the power company. Ask how
long power will be off.
1. If service will be interrupted 24 hours or less,
both doors
2. If service will be interrupted longer than 24 hours:
(a) Remove all frozen focd and store in a frozen
food locker.
closed. Thii helps food stay frozen.
OR
(b) Place 2 Ibs. (900 g) of dry ice in freezer for
every cubic foot (liter) of freezer space. This will
keep food frozen for 2 to 4 days. Wear gloves to
protect your hands from dry ice burns.
OR
(c) If neither a food locker or dry ice is available,
use or can perishable food at once.
keep
3. A full freezer stays cold longer than a partfy 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?
Call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone
number, 1-690-253-1391, from anywhere in the U.S.A.
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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 in the refrigerator in airtight and
moisture-proof materiil. 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
karrots, 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 original container in a crisper, or store in a loosely closed paper
bag on a refrigerator shelf.
Eggs
Store without washing in original carton on interiir
shelf. On some models, an egg storage container is
provided for your convenience.
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
freezer packaging
and
freeze.
an
extra supply, wrap in
Cheese
Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to
use it. 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 moistureproof. Rewrap if necessary. See
the following for storage times. When storing meat
longer than the times given, freeze the meat.
Chicken
Ground beef
Steaks/roasts. . . .3-5 days
Cured meats...7-10 days
NOTE:
purchased.
. . . . . . . . . . . . l-2 days
. . . . . l-2 days
Use fresh fish
and
Bacon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
cold cuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 days
Variety meats . . . . . . l-2 days
sheltfish the same day as
5-7 days
Storing frozen food
The freezer section is designed for storage of commer-
cially frozen food and for freezing food at home.
NOTE:
freezing or food storage times, 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 preparing food for
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 Saran film)
Do not use:
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Bread wrappers
. Non-polyethylene plastic containers
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Containers without tight lids
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Wax paper
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Wax-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.
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
2-3 Ibs. of food per cubic foot [900-l ,380 g per liter] of
freezer space).
around packages. Be careful to leave enough room at
the front so the door can close tightly.
Storage times will vary according to the quality 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%).
Leave
enough space for air to circulate
24
hours (no more than
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Troubleshooting
Performance problems often result from little things you can fix without tools. Please read through “Before calling
for assistance . . .” below before calling for service on your appliance.
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 your problem.
PROBLEM
Your refrigerator
will not operate
The lights do
not work
The optional
ice maker
does not work
Unfamiliar sounds
or a rattling/
jingling noise
There is water in
the defrost pan
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?
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 cold 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 8.)
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 hear” on
page 12.
This is normal on hot, muggy days. Make sure the refrigerator is level so the pan does
not overflow.
The motor seems
to run too much
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Are the condenser coils ditty?
Has the door been opened often? Has a large amount of food been added at one
time? The motor naturally runs longer if these things happen.
Is the room hot? If the room is too warm, the motor runs longer to keep the unit cool.
Requesting Assistance or Service
Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on page 16. It may save you the cost of
service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below.
For assistance or service in the U.S.A.:
1. If you need assistance* . . .
Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance
Center telephone number. Dial toll-free
from anywhere in the U.S.A.:
l-800-253-1 301
and talk with one of our trained consultants.
The consuttant can instruci 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 North M-63
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in your
correspondence.
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2. 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 after-warranty service, anywhere in the United States. To locate the authorized
Whirlpool service company in your area, call our Consumer Assistance Centertelephone number (see Step 1)
or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under:
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MAJOR, SERVlCE & REPAIR
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(Enmp*:xM Smke co.)
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3. If you need FSP.
replacement parts . . .
FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corpora-
tion for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality
whenever you need a replacement part for your
Whir-appliance. FSP replacement parts will fit
right
and work right,
same exacting specifiitions used to build every new
Whirlpool appliance.
To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer
to Step 2 or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance
Center number in Step 1.
because they are made to the
4. 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 Drive
Chiigo, IL 60606
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MACAP will in turn inform us of your action.
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‘When asklng 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 1.) This information will help us respond properly to your request.
For assistance or service in Canada:
1. If the problem is not due to
one of the items listed in
“Troubleshooting”...
Contact the dealer from whom you
purchased your appliance, or your
nearest lnglis Limited Appliance SERVICE
Service Branch. Please include a
daytime phone number in your
correspondence.
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2. If you need service...
Contact your nearest lnglis Limited
Appliance Service Branch or an
authorized servicing outlet.
Inglis Limited Appliance Service-Consumer Services
Dear Customer:
Good performance. That’s what our warranty is all about. Here’s how the good
performance that you expect from your Refrigerator is protected.
During the first year after purchase, aU parts of the appliance which prove to be defective
in materials or workmanship will be repaired or replaced free of charge (parts and labour).
During the first five years after purchase, all parts of the sealed refrigeration system, which
consists of the compressor, condenser, evaporator, and connecting tubing, which prove to be
defective in materials or workmanship, will be repaired or replaced at no cost to you.
During the stih through tenth years after purchase, should the compressor fail due to
defective materials or workmanship, the compressor will be repaired or replaced and you pay
for any labour charge.
There may be a charge for travel or transportation expenses in those instances where a
customer resides in a remote area.
Parts repaired or replaced under this warranty are warranted throughout the remainder of
the original warranty period only.
This protection covers your home use of the appliance. This same protection applies to
any subsequent owner during the applicable warranty period based on the original owner’s
purchase date.
This warranty does not cover damage by accident, misuse, improper installation, fire,
flood, or acts of God.
This is the only warranty covering this appliance given by the manufacturer.
The provisions of this warranty are in addition to and not a modification of or subtraction
from the statutory warranties and the other rights and remedies contained in any applicable
legislation.
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Now about servicing. If your appliance does not operate properly, check
“Troubleshooting” (page 16) to see if the problem can be resolved without the
assistance of a serviceman. If it cannot, please immediately contact the retailer
from whom it was purchased or one of our Company-owned Service Branches or
Company-owned Service Depots located across Canada.
Please keep your sales slip with your Use and Care Guide. It’s nice to know
you’ll have protection, even though you may never need it.
Sincerely,
INGLIS LIMITED
ADMINISTRATION CENTRE
1901 MINNESOTA COURT
MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO L5N 3A7
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For assistance or service in Mexico:
When you need service or assistance for your Whirlpool refrigerator, contact an authorized service center. Do not
use unauthorized servicers.
Servicio Acres-Whirlpool S.A. de C.V.
Use the National Customer Service free of charge to you.
Telephone: 91-800-83-004
MONTERREY
Av. Affonso Reyes No. 3210
Col. Regina
Monterrey, N.L. C.P. 64290
Tels.: 351-27-37 y 351-27-03
Con 4 lineas.
IMPORTED BY:
Vitromatic Comercial S.A. de C.V.
Ave. San Nicolas 2121 Nte.
Col. 10. de Mayo
Monterrey, N.L. Mexico
Tels.: 375-39-86 y 372-40-l 5
MEXICO
Canela No. 47-L
Col. Granjas Mexico
Mexico D.F. C.P. 08400
Tels.: 650-65-33 Con 12 lineas
y 657-29-56
Poniente 134 No. 559
Col. Industrial Vallejo
Mexico, D.F. C.P. 02300
Tels.: 368-25-25, 368-25-06,
368-25-66,368-25-76
GUADALAJARA
Calz. Gonzalez Galb No. 1269
Guadalajara, Jal. C.P. 44870
Tels.: 61 g-23-03,61 g-16-50,
619-15-55,619-l 5-15.
MANUFACTURED BY:
Whirlpool Corporation
Benton Harbor, Michigan
USA
IMPORTANT NOTES
This document must be presented for any matter related to the warranty.
THE BUYER MUST KEEP THIS DOCUMENT IN HIS/HER POSSESSION AND IN A SAFE PLACE.
The consumer may request that the warranty covered under this certificate be honored by the commercial
establishment that sold him/her the product. In the event the policy is lost, the issuer will issue a new warranty
policy upon presentation of the sales receipt or invoice.
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