Whirlpool ET22PKXDN00, ET22PKXDW00, ET25PKXDW00, ET25PKXDN00 Use And Care Manual
USE AND CARE GUIDE
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D’ENTRETIEN
MANUAL DE US0 Y MANEJO
22’ TO 25’ NO-FROST
TOP FREEZER REFRIGERATOR
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SANS GIVRE DE 622 A 707 DM3 (22 A 25 P13)
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Table of Contents
Page
A Note to You.. ........................................................... 1
Refrigerator Safety ................................................... .2
Parts and Features
....................................................
3
Before Using Your Refrigerator ..............................
4
Using Your Refrigerator ........................................... .5
Setting the controls ............................................... .5
Changing the control settings.. .............................. .6
Removing the drop-in door trim.. ........................... .6
Adjusting the door bins .......................................... 7
Removing the tall-bottle retainer
..........................
.7
Adjusting the cantilever refrigerator shelves ......... 7
Using the egg bin .................................................. .8
Removing the meat drawer and cover .................. 8
Removing the crispers and crisper cover .............. 9
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Removing the freezer shelf
..................................
9
Using the ice cube trays..
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9
Using the optional automatic ice maker
.............. 10
Attaching the ice maker to a water supply
..........
11
Removing the base grille..
...................................
13
Changing the light bulbs
.....................................
13
Understanding the sounds you may hear
........... 14
Saving energy
.....................................................
14
Reversing the door swing..
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14
Caring for Your Refrigerator..
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15
Food Storage
Guide
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17
Troubleshooting
.....................................................
18
Requesting Assistance or Service..
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19
Warranty.. ................................................................
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A Note to You
Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL* 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 information 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.
Please record your model’s information.
Whenever you call to request service on your appli-
Model Number
ante, you need to know your complete model number
and serial number. You can find this information on the
Serial Number
model and serial number label (see diagram on page 3
Purchase Date
for location of label).
Dealer Name
Please also record the purchase date of your appli-
ance and your dealer’s name, address, and telephone
Dealer Phone
number.
Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
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Our Consumer Assistance Center number is tollfree from anywhere in the U.S.A. 24 hours a day.
I -800-253-I 301
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Refrigerator Safety
l Read all instructions before using the refrigerator.
l
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 safely. Please read the enclosed safety booklet
from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers. Help prevent accidents.
eNever allow children to operate, play with, or crawl
inside the refrigerator.
l Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable
fluids. The fumes can create a fire hazard or
explosion.
. FOR YOUR SAFETY l
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.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains statements under warning sym-
bols. Please pay special attention to these symbols
and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief
explanation of the use of the warning symbol.
This symbol alerts you to dangers such as fire,
electrical shock, burns, and personal injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using
your refrigerator,
follow these basic precautions:
Help us help you
Please:
l Install and level the refrigerator on a floor that will
hold the weight and in an area suitable for its size
and use.
l Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator,
or other heat source.
l Do not use the refrigerator in an area where the room
temperature will fall below 55°F (13%).
l Keep the refrigerator out of the weather.
l Connect the refrigerator only to the proper kind of
outlet, with the correct electrical supply and grounding. (Refer to the Electrical Requirements and
Grounding Instructions Sheet.)
l Do not load the refrigerator with food before it has
time to get properly cold.
l Use the refrigerator only for the uses described in this
manual.
l Properly maintain the refrigerator.
l Be sure the refrigerator is not used by anyone unable
to operate it properly.
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: The model you have purchased may have all or some of the parts and features shown and they may not
match the illustration exactly. This manual covers several models.
ke cube trays (
b
Q)
ke blnl
Freezer shelf 4
(Pm
Q)
Control panel (
(P- 5)
Model
and eerial
number label ’
(on side wall)
(P- 1)
Meat drawer
/
@. 8)
Crlsper cover @.
Q)
Crispers (P-
Q)
Leveling rollers Leveling rollers
(behind base (behind base
grille) grille)
(P- 4) (P- 4)
(P- 13)
- Freezer light
(P- 13)
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Utility
compartment
Tall bottle
, ret;:;
SPILLGUARD’
- glass shelves
(P- 7)
Adjustable
door bins
(P- 7)
Control panel
Refrigerator control
Freeze; control
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Before Using Your Refrigerator
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:
l Rub briskly with thumb.
OR
l Apply 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: Do not remove any permanent 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 refrig-
erator before using it, if necessary. See
cleaning instructions on page 15.
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 Electrical Requirements and
Grounding Instructions Sheet in your Literature
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3-prong grounding
type wall receptacle,
Refrigerator
power cord
racKage.
3-prong grokding
plug
Installing it properly
1. Allow l/2 inch (1.25 cm) space on each side and at
the top of the refrigerator for ease of installation.
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. The refrigerator can be flush against the back wall.
Leveling it
Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws - one on
the right and one on the left. To adjust one or both of
Right to raise;
left
to lower
these, follow the directions below.
Use a screw-
1.
Remove base grille. (See page 13.)
2. To raise front, turn screw clockwise.
3. To lower front, turn screw counterclockwise.
4. Check with level.
driver to adjust
5. Replace base grille. (See page 13.)
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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 controls, remove, and adjust 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 4 (Recommended
Setting). Refrigerator Control settings range from
1 (warmest) to 8 (coldest).
2. Set the Freezer Control to C (Recommended
Setting). Freezer Control settings range from
A (warmest) to D (coldest).
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 usage. The controls are set
correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and
when ice cream is firm. If you need to adjust these
settings, see “Changing the control settings” on page 6.
Exterior moisture control
The Exterior Moisture Control operates electric heaters
around the door openings. These heaters help keep
moisture from forming on the outside of the refrigerator
cabinet.
l Use the OFF setting when humidity is low.
l Use the ON setting if moisture forms on the outside
of the refrigerator cabinet.
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REFRIGERATOR
4 WARMER
COLDER b
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FREEZER
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4 WARMER
COLDER b
EXTERIOR MOISTURE CONTROL
OFF
ON
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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 any questions, call our Consumer
Assistance Center number, 1-800-253-i 301, from
anywhere in the U.S.A.
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
REASON:
l Door opened often
l Large amount of food added
l Room temperature too warm
RECOMMENDED SElTINGS:
Refrigerator
Freezer
6
A
Freezer section
too warm
l Door opened often
l Large amount of food added
l Very cold room temperature
(can’t cycle often enough)
4
D
Refrigerator
section too cold
l Controls not set correctly for your conditions
2
D
Ice not made
fast enough
l Heavy ice usage
l Very cold room temperature
(can’t cycle often enough)
4
D
Both sections
too warm
l Door opened often
l Large amount of food added
l Very warm or very cold room temperatures
6
B
Removing the drop-in door trim
(on some models)
To remove the trim piece:
1. Remove all items from the shelf.
2. Pull straight up on the trim piece at each end.
To replace the trim piece:
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1. Locate each end of the trim piece above the trim
pocket opening.
2. Push the trim piece straight down until it stops.
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.
Removing the tall-bottle retainer
The tall-bottle retainer fits onto any door bin in your
refrigerator. The retainer holds tall bottles in place
when opening and closing the refrigerator door.
To remove tall-bottle retalner:
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.
~Notch
Adjusting the cantilever refrigerator shelves
Adjust the 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 a shelf:
1.
Remove items from shelf.
2. Tilt shelf up at front.
3. Lift shelf at back.
4. Pull shelf straight out.
To replace a shelf:
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.
NOTE:
Glass shelves are heavy. Handle them
carefully.
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.
Bin
Removing the meat drawer and cover
To remove the meat drawer:
1.
Slide meat drawer out to the stop.
2. Lii front of meat drawer and slide meat drawer out
the rest of the way.
3. Replace in reverse order.
To
adjust the cover position:
1. Tilt front of cover up.
2. Lii back of cover.
3. Pull cover straight out.
To replace the cover:
1.
Guide the cover’s rear hooks into the slots in the
shelf
supports
on cabinet wall.
2. Tift cover up at front until the hooks drop into slots.
3. Lower front of cover to a level position.
Pull out to the stop, lift the front, and pull again.
Removing the crispers and crisper cover
To remove the crispers:
1. Slide crisper straight out to the stop.
2. Lift the front and slide out the rest of the way.
3. Replace in reverse order.
To remove the cover:
1. Push up the glass insert from the bottom, then slide
out with both hands.
2. Lift front of cover frame.
3. Lift cover frame up and out.
To replace the cover:
1. Fit back of cover frame into notch supports on back
wall of refrigerator, then lower the front into place.
2. Make sure the front cover metal support is in the
notches in the sides of the liner.
NOTE: If the support is not positioned properly, the
doors may not close all the way.
3. Slide back of glass insert into place, then lower
front,
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Pull out to the stop, lift
the front, and pull-again.
Remove the glass Insert.
Lift the cover front, then
the back.
NOTE: Glass insert Is
heavy. Handle it carefully.
Removing the freezer shelf
Remove the freezer shelf for easier cleaning.
To remove the shelf:
1. Lift front of shelf slightly.
2. Lift back of shelf off supports.
3. Replace in reverse order.
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.
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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.
l The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm.
DOWN to make ice automatically
UP to shut off the ice maker
IMPORTANT: Do not turn ice maker on until you
connect it to the water supply.
l 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.
l 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.
Solving common ice maker problems
UP
to
stop
ice maker.
DOWN
to start
ice maker.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Ice crescents attached
l This is normal, They break apart easily. Shake bin occasionally to keep cubes
at corners
separated.
Ice maker will not
l ON/OFF lever is in the OFF (up) position. Lower lever to the ON (down) position.
operate or ice is not
made fast enough
l Freezer is not cold enough. Adjust temperature controls and wait 24 hours.
(See “Changing the control settings” on page 6.)
Off-taste or odor in ice
l New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off-flavored ice. Discard
the first few batches of ice.
l Cubes are stored too long. Throw them away and make a new supply.
l Food is not wrapped properly. See page 17.
l Freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned. See page 15.
l Water may contain minerals (such as sulfur). A filter may be required to
remove them.
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Attaching the ice maker to a water supply
Read all directions carefully before you begin.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect electrical supply to refrigerator before
installing.
Electrical drill must be grounded before drilling
holes in water line.
Failure to do so could result in death, electrical
shock, or serious injury.
IMPORTANT:
l
Use copper tubing only and check for leaks.
l
Install ice maker tubing in areas where temperatures
are above freezing.
Tools required:
l
Standard screwdriver
l
‘As-inch and l%inch open-end wrenches or
two adjustable wrenches
l
‘%-inch nut driver
l
X-inch drill bit
l
Hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded)
NOTE: Your appliance dealer has a kit available with a
‘%-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 %-inch saddle valve which
reduces water flow and clogs more easily.
Cold water supply
Ice maker water valve contains a flow washer which is
used as a water pressure regulator. The ice maker
needs to be connected to a cold water line with water
pressure limitations of 20-l 20 psi. If a problem occurs,
call your utility company.
IMPORTANT:
l
It may take up to
24
hours for your ice maker to
begin producing ice.
l
If operating the refrigerator before installing the water
connection, turn ice maker to the OFF position to
prevent operation without water.
l
All installations must be in accordance with local
plumbing code requirements.
INSTALLATION IS NOT WARRANTED
BY REFRIGERATOR OR
ICE
MAKER
MANUFACTURER.
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Connecting to water line
1. Find a %-inch to 1 X-inch vertical COLD water pipe
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. This also keeps normal sediment from
collecting in the valve.
2. Measure from connection on rear of refrigerator to
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.
3. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest
faucet long enough to clear line of water.
4. Using a grounded drill, drill a %-inch hole on the cold
water pipe you have selected.
5. Fasten shut-off valve to cold water pipe with pipe
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
(coiled) copper tubing is used. Now you are ready to
connect the copper tubing.
6. Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on
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 over-tighten. Turn ON main
water supply and flush out tubing until water is clear.
Turn OFF shut-off valve on the water pipe. Coil
copper tubing.
Connecting to refrigerator
(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 %-inch copper tube from the shut-off valve to the
water valve at the lower, left rear of cabinet. Remove
tape label from valve inlet and insert tubing until it
bottoms out (approximately % inch). Tighten nut by
hand as much as possible; then turn the nut an
additional l/2 turn using a wrench. Do not over-tighten.
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 periodic
cleaning, or a well is your source of water supply, a
second water strainer should be installed in the X-inch
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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Vertical cold
water pipe
\q , Washer
%-inch O.D. copper
tubing (length from
Inlet on rear of refrigerator to water pipe
plus 7 feet [2.1 m])
sleeve Compression nut
l
Controls water supply
TO REFRIGERATOR +
Copper
/tubing clamp
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Mounting screw
‘Copper tubing
Water Inlet
fitting
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Water valve
Removing the base grille
To remove the grille:
1. Open both doors.
2. Pull base grille forward to release the support tabs
Condenser coils
from the metal clips.
3. Do not remove Tech Sheet fastened 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 15.
Changing the light bulbs
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 the refrigerator light:
1. Disconnect refrigerator from power supply.
2. Reach behind the Control Panel to remove bulb.
3. Replace with a 40-watt appliance bulb.
4. Reconnect refrigerator to power supply.
To replace the freezer light:
1. Disconnect refrigerator from power supply.
2. Grasp the top and bottom of the light shield.
3. Squeeze and pull light shield out.
4. Replace with a 25-watt appliance bulb.
5. Snap light shield into place.
6. Reconnect refrigerator to power supply.
NOTE: Not all commercial appliance bulbs will fit your
refrigerator. Be sure to replace a bulb with one of the
same size and shape.
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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.
Clicking or snapping sounds
The thermostat makes a definite click when the refrig-
erator 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 older 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 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.
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 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.
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.
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Caring for Your Refrigerator
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.
Cleaning your refrigerator
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost
q
automatically. However, clean both about
once a month to help prevent odors from
building up. Wipe up spills right away.
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To clean your refrigerator, unplug it,
take out all removable parts, and clean
the refrigerator according to the following directions.
Personal Injury Hazard
Refrigeration system tubes are near the defrost
pan and can become hot. Remove and install
defrost pan carefully.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury.
PART WHAT TO USE
HOW TO CLEAN
Removable parts
Sponge or cloth with mild
l Hand wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
(shelves, crisper, etc.)
detergent and warm water
Outside Sponge, cloth, or paper
l Wash outside of cabinet. Do not use abrasive or
towel with mild detergent,
harsh cleaners.
warm water, and a good
appliance wax (or good
l Wipe and dry thoroughly.
auto paste wax)
l 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 walls
Sponge, soft cloth, or paper
l Wash with mixture of warm water and:
(allow freezer to
towel with baking soda or
- mild detergent, or
warm up so cloth
mild detergent and warm
won’t stick)
- baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt [26 g to 95 L] of water).
water
l Wipe and dry thoroughly.
Door liners
Sponge, soft cloth, or paper
l Wash, wipe, and dry thoroughly.
and gaskets
towel with mild detergent
and warm water
DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concentrated
detergents, bleaches, or cleaners containing
petroleum on plastic parts.
Plastic parts
(covers and panels)
Soft, clean sponge or soft,
clean cloth with mild detergent and warm water
l Wash, 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 Sponge or cloth with mild
detergent and warm water
l Remove base grille. (See page 13.)
l Reach into small opening at right edge and remove
the defrost pan.
l Wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
l Replace defrost pan. Make sure to push it com-
pletely into the opening.
l Replace base grille.
Condenser
coils
Vacuum cleaner with
extended narrow
attachment
l Remove base grille.
l Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty. Coils may need
to be cleaned as often as every other month.
l Replace base grille.
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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:
l Raise signal arm to OFF (up) position.
l 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:
l Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least
one day ahead of time.
l When the last load 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, wipe, and dry thoroughly.
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.
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.
Moving
When you are moving the refrigerator to a new home:
1. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
l Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least
one day ahead of time.
l Disconnect the water line.
l After the last 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 and dry thoroughly.
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 (see page 11).
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, keep
both doors closed. This helps foods 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 (907 g) of dry ice in freezer for every
cubic foot (liter) of freezer space. This will keep
food frozen for two to four 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.
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?
Call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone
number, 1-800-253-l 301, 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 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 remove 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 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 interior 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 an extra supply, wrap in
freezer packaging and freeze.
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 moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary. See
the following for storage times. When storing meat
longer than the times given, freeze the meat.
Chicken . . . . . . . . . . . .
l-2 days Bacon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5-7 days
Ground beef . . . . . l-2 days
Cold cuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 days
Steaks/roasts . . . . 3-5 days
Variety meats . . . . . . 1-2 days
Cured meats . . . 7-10 days
NOTE: Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day as
purchased.
Storing frozen food
The freezer section is designed for storage of commercially frozen food and for freezing food at home.
NOTE: For further information about preparing food for
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:
l Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids
l Straight-sided canning/freezing jars
l Heavy-duty aluminum foil
l Plastic-coated paper
l Non-permeable plastic wraps (made from Saran film)
Follow package or container instructions for proper
freezing methods.
Do not use:
l Bread wrappers
l Non-polyethylene plastic containers
l Containers without tight lids
l Wax paper
l Wax-coated freezer wrap
l Thin, semi-permeable wrap
The use of these wrappings could cause food odor,
taste transfer, and drying of frozen food.
Questions?
Call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone
number from anywhere in the U.S.A., l-800-253-1301.
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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
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
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?
The optional
Is the freezer cold enough to make ice? It could take overnight for the freezer to reach
ice maker
the proper temperature.
does not work
Is the ON/OFF lever in the ON (down) position? (See page 10.)
Is the water valve turned on?
Does the water line have a clog or leak?
Unfamiliar sounds
Is something on top of or behind the refrigerator?
or a rattling/
jingling noise
Some new sounds are normal. See “Understanding the sounds you may hear” on
page 14.
There is water in
the defrost pan
This is normal on hot, muggy days. Make sure the refrigerator is level so the pan does
not overflow.
The motor seems Are the condenser coils dirty?
to run too much
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.
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Requesting Assistance or Service
Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on page 18. It may save you the cost of a
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
1-1 telephone number. Dial toll-free from
anywhere in the U.S.A.:
1-800-253-l 301
and talk with one of our trained consult-
ants. 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 North M-63
Benton Harbor, Ml 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in your
correspondence.
2. If you need service+ . . .
Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized
1-1 Whirlpool service companies. Whirlpool
D-l
service technicians are trained to fulfill
SERVICE
the product warranty and provide after-
warranty service, anywhere in the United
u States. To locate the authorized
Whirlpool service company in your area, call our
Consumer Assistance Center telephone number (see
Step 1) or look in your telephone directory Yellow
Pages under:
*APPLlANCE-HOUSEHOLO-
‘WASHING MACHINES &
MAJOR, SERVICE P REPAIR
DRYERS, SERVICE 8 REPAIR
-See: Whirlpool Appliances or
-See: Whirlpool Appliances or
Aulhorized Whirlpool Service
Authorized WhIrlpool Service
(Ex.amp/e:XYZ Service Co.)
(Example: XYZ Service Co.)
3. 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
WHIRLPOOL’appliance. FSP replacement parts will
fit 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 2 or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance
Center number in Step 1.
4. If you are not satisfied with
how the problem was solved . . .
l Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action
Program (MACAP). MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views
at the highest levels of the major appliance industry.
l Contact MACAP only when the dealer, authorized
servicer, and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your
problem.
Major Appliance Consumer Action Program
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
l MACAP will in turn inform us of your action.
tWhen 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 1.) This information will help us respond properly to your request.
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For assistance or service in
Canada:
1. If the
P
roblem is not due to
one o the items listed in
“Troubleshooting”...
Contact the dealer from whom you purchased your
appliance, or your nearest lnglis Limited
Appliance Service Branch. Please
include a daytime phone correspondence.
2. If you need service . . .
Contact your nearest lnglis Limited Appliance Service
El
Branch or an authorized servicing outlet.
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NOTE:
When asking for help or service,
please provide a detailed description of
the problem, your appliance’s complete
model and serial numbers, and the date.
This information will help us respond properly to your
request.
lnglis Limited Appliance Service - Consumer Services
Dlrecct service branches:
BRITISH COLUMBIA
ALBERTA
ONTARIO
MANITOBA
SASKATCHEWAN
Vancouver
Victoria
Calgary
Edmonton
Toronto
(Mississauga)
Toronto
(Markham)
Ottawa
Winnipeg
lnglis Limited Appliance Service
3627 E. 4th Avenue
lnglis Limited Appliance Service
3117
Steele street
lnglis Limited Appliance Senrice
#15,6025 12th
Street SE.
lnglis Limited Appliance Service
16236 116th Avenue
lnglis Limited Appliance Service
5945 Ambler Drive
lnglis Limited Appliance Service
Unit #l, 110 Tohay Road
lnglis Limited Appliance Service
28 Capital Drive
lnglis Limited Appliance Service
1683 Church Avenue
(604)
291-6426
l-800-665-6788
(604)383-2298
l-800-665-6788
(403)453-9267
l-800-661-1022
(403)453-3900
l-800-681-6291
(905) 821-3900
l-800-807-6777
(905) 4940310
1-800-807a77
(613) 225-0510
l-800-267-3456
(204)694-5308
1-800-665-l 683
QUEBEC
NOVA SCOTIA
Montreal
lnglis Limited Appliance Service
(Laval)
2750, Francis-Hughes
Brossard
lnglis Limited Appliance Service
9605 F. lgnace Street
Quebec City
lnglis Limited Appliance Service
5275,
Blvd. Wilfrid-Hamel, Suite 140
Sherbrooke
(Rock Forest)
lnglis Limited Appliance Service
3475, Industrial Blvd.
Dartmouth
lnglis Limited Appliance Service
900 WIndmill Road
For service in areas other than those listed, contact your Appliance Dealer.
(514) 382-8110
l-800-361 -3032
(514) 397-1840
l-800-361 -0950
(418)871-5251
1-800-463-l 523
(819)564G65
l-800-5676966
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