Whirlpool EV201NZRQ00, EVL201NXRQ04, EV205NZTQ00, EV187NYRV00, EV187NYRS00 Owner’s Manual

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TABLEOFCONTENTS

TABLEDESMATIERES

FREEZER SAFETY ......................................................................... 3

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

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. 4

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

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

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

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

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

Freezer Door ................................................................................. 6

Adjust the Door ............................................................................ 8

FREEZER USE ................................................................................ 8

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation .................................................... 8

Using the Control ......................................................................... 8

Key Eject Lock ............................................................................. 9

Ice Maker ...................................................................................... 9

FREEZER FEATURES .................................................................. 10

Refrigerated Shelves .................................................................. 10

Door Bin...................................................................................... 10

Storage Basket ........................................................................... 10

Storage Gate .............................................................................. 10

FREEZER CARE ........................................................................... 11

Cleaning Your Frost-Free Freezer.............................................. 11

Base Grille .................................................................................. 11

Defrosting and Cleaning Your Manual Defrost Freezer ............. 11

Changing the Light Bulb ............................................................ 12

Power Interruptions .................................................................... 12

Moving Care ............................................................................... 12

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 13

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ......................................................... 14

FREEZER WARRANTY ................................................................ 15

SI_CURITI_ DU CONGI_LATEUR .................................................. 17

Mise au rebut appropriee de votre vieux

congelateur ou refrigerateur ....................................................... 17

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ............................................. 18

Deballage .................................................................................... 18

Emplacement d'installation ........................................................ 18

Specifications electriques .......................................................... 19

Specifications de I'alimentation en eau ..................................... 19

Raccordement de la canalisation d'eau .................................... 19

Portes du cong&lateur ................................................................ 20

Ajustement de porte ................................................................... 23

UTILISATION DU CONGI_LATEUR ............................................. 23

Pour s'assurer d'une circulation d'air appropriee ...................... 23

Utilisation de la commande ........................................................ 23

Serrure h cle separee ................................................................. 24

Machine a gla9ons ..................................................................... 24

CARACTI:!:RISTIQUES DU CONGI_LATEUR ............................... 25

Clayettes de refrigeration ........................................................... 25

Balconnet de porte ..................................................................... 25

Panier coulissant ........................................................................ 25

Barriere d'entreposage ............................................................... 25

ENTRETIEN DU CONGI:!:LATEUR ............................................... 26

Nettoyage du congelateur sans givre ........................................ 26

Grille de la base .......................................................................... 26

Degivrage et nettoyage du congelateur

degivrage manuel .................................................................... 26

Remplacement de I'ampoule d'eclairage .................................. 27

Pannes de courant electrique .................................................... 28

Demenagement .......................................................................... 28

DI_PANNAGE ................................................................................. 28

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ......................................................... 30

GARANTIE DU CONGI_LATEUR ................................................. 31

FREEZERSAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety

messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

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

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS

WARN(NG: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your freezer, follow these basic precautions: _, Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

_, Do not remove ground prong. _, Do not use an adapter.

_, Do not use an extension cord. _, Disconnect power before servicing.

_, Replace all parts and panels before operating. _, Use nonflammable cleaner.

SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS

Proper Disposal of

Your Old Freezer or Refrigerator

Suffocation Hazard

Remove doors or lid from your old freezer or refrigerator.

FaUure to do so can resumt in death or brain damage.

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned freezers or refrigerators are still dangerous.., even if they will sit for "just a few days." If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer, please follow these instructions to help prevent accidents.

m Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,

away from freezer.

m Use two or more people to move and install freezer. m Keep key away from children.

• Remove doors or lid from your old freezer or refrigerator. [] Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker

kit ready models only).

Before You Throw Away Your Old Freezer or Refrigerator:

• Take off the doors or lid.

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

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install freezer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Remove Packaging Materials

• Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the freezer. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over

the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These

products can damage the surface of your freezer. For more information, see "Freezer Safety."

When Moving Your Freezer: Your freezer is heavy. When moving the freezer for

cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor. Always pull the freezer straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or

"walk" the freezer when trying to move it, as floor damage

could occur.

NOTE: This freezer may be installed side by side with another refrigerator or freezer. Allow for a 3" (7.5 cm) clearance at the top and sides and a 1/4"(0.64 cm) clearance between the appliances.

3" (7.5 crn)

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Clean Before Using After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside

of your freezer before using it. See the cleaning instructions in "Freezer Care."

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammabme materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from freezer.

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

IMPORTANT: Do not install the freezer near an oven, radiator, or other heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall

below 40°F (5°C). Check the strength of the floor before installing your freezer. It

should hold the weight of a freezer fully loaded with food. Allow at least 3" (7.5 cm) of air space at the top and on both sides

of the freezer and 1" (2.5 cm) between the back of the freezer and the wall. If the freezer is to be against a wall, leave extra space on the hinge side so the door can open wider.

Electricam Shock Hazard

Pmuginto a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can resumt in death, fire, or eiectricam shock.

Recommended grounding method

A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your freezer be provided. Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain. Do not use an

extension cord.

Read all directions carefully before you begin.

IMPORTANT:

• If you turn the freezer on before the water line is connected, turn the ice maker OFE

• All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

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

TOOLS NEEDED: Flat-blade screwdriver, 7A6"and 1/2"open-end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches, 1/4"nut driver and drill bit, hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded).

NOTE:Yourfreezerdealerhasakitavailablewitha1/4"(6.35mm) saddle-typeshutoffvalve,aunion,andplastictubing.Before purchasing,makesureasaddle-typevalvecomplieswithyour localplumbingcodes.Donotuseapiercing-typeor3/16" (4.76mm)saddlevalvewhichreduceswaterflowandclogsmore easily.

Water Pressure

A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and 120 psi (207-827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, see "Troubleshooting" or call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply

If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply, the water pressure to the system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 - 414 kPa).

If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 40 to 60 psi (276 - 414 kPa), a booster pump can be inserted into the small tubing that goes from the cold water line to the reverse osmosis system,

If the water dispenser is still not dispensing water properly:

• Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.

• Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage.

If your refrigerator has a water filter cartridge, it may further reduce the water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system, Remove the water filter cartridge. See "Water Filtration System,"

If you have questions about your water pressure, refer to "Troubleshooting" or call a licensed, qualified plumber.

6. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1/4"(6.35 mm) drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut, Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the plastic tubing.

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

8. Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink, and turn ON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is clear. Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water pipe, Coil the plastic tubing.

Connect to Freezer

1. Attach the plastic tube to the valve inlet using a compression

nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten, Use the tube clamp on the back of the freezer to secure the tubing to the freezer as shown. This will help prevent damage to the tubing when the freezer is pushed back against the wall,

2. Turn shutoff valve ON, Check for leaks, Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that

leak.

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Connect to Water Line

1. Unplug freezer or disconnect power.

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

3. Locate a 1/2"to 11/4'' (12.7 mm to 3.18 cm) vertical cold water pipe near the freezer.

IMPORTANT:

• Make sure it is a cold water pipe.

• Horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the

pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill and normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

Determine the length of plastic tubing you need. Measure from the connection on the lower left rear of freezer to the

water pipe. Add 7 ft (2,1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use 1/4" (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) plastic tubing. Be sure both ends of plastic tubing are cut square.

Using a grounded drill, drill a 1/4"(6.35 mm) hole in the cold water pipe you have selected,

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Q ....... ...................B

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A. Tube clamp B. Plastic tubing

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

C. Compression nut D. Valve inlet

your water conditions require a second water strainer, install it in the 1/4"(6,35 mm) water line at either tube connection. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.

Electrica_ Shock Hazard

P_ug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter, Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrica_ shock.

4. Plug freezer into a grounded 3 prong outlet,

A.Cold WaterPipe E.Compression Sleeve B.Pipe Clamp F.Shutoff Valve C. Copper Tubing G.Packing Nut D.Compression Nut

TOOLS NEEDED: %6" hex-head socket wrench, %" hex-head socket wrench, 1/4"hex-head socket wrench, 1/2"hex-head socket

wrench, 3/8"hex-head socket wrench, #2 Phillips screwdriver, flat- blade screwdriver, %6" open-end wrench, flat 2" putty knife.

IMPORTANT:

• All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after "Final Steps." The graphics shown are for a right-hand swing door (hinges factory installed on the right).

• If you only want to remove and replace the door, see the "Remove Door and Hinges" and "Replace Door and Hinges."

• Before you begin, turn the control OFF, and remove food and adjustable door or utility bins from door.

Remove Door and Hinges

"5/16"Hex-Head Hinge Screw

Unplug freezer or disconnect power.

Open freezer door and remove base grille from the bottom front of the freezer. See Base Grille Graphic 1A.

Close the freezer door and keep it closed until you are ready to lift it free from the cabinet.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the door in place while you are working.

4. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge Graphic 1B.

5. Lift the freezer door free from the lower hinge and cabinet and set aside.

6. Remove 3 hex head hinge screws and bottom hinge assembly, See Bottom Hinge Graphic 1C.

2. Remove handle from grommets.

3. Using a 1/4"hex-head socket wrench, remove the grommets from the door.

4. Position the grommets on the opposite side of the door and reinstall.

5. Position the handle over grommets on the opposite side of the freezer door.

6. Ensure grommets are fitted into handle holes.

7. Tighten the upper and lower set screws with hex key provided. Do not overtighten set screws.

Style 2

1. Slide the handle up and off the clips. See Graphic 1-2.

2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, remove the screws from the clips and remove the clips from the door.

3. Position the clips on the opposite side of the freezer door and reinstall the screws.

4. Position handle over the clips,

5. Apply even pressure and push down to lock in place.

Replace Door and Hinges

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

1. Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown and tighten screws. See Bottom Hinge Graphic 1C. Replace the freezer

door. NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while the

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

2. Assemble the parts of the top hinge as shown in the Top Hinge Graphic 1B. Do not tighten the screws completely.

3. Line up the door so that the bottom aligns evenly with the cabinet. Tighten all screws.

Reverse Door (optional on some models)

IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your door so that it opens in the opposite direction, continue with "Reverse Door (optional)" instructions. If you are not reversing the door, see "Replace Door and Hinges."

Cabinet

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

2. Remove the door stop screws from the Bottom Hinge bracket. See Bottom Hinge Graphic 1C

3. Remove the Hinge Pin Nut and Hinge Pin from the hinge bracket.

4. Rotate the hinge bracket for installation on the opposite side of the cabinet. See Graphic 3

5. Reinstall the Hinge Pin Nut and Hinge Pin to the hinge bracket. Hinge Pin must point "up" when hinge bracket is

installed to the cabinet.

6. Invert the door stop so that the countersunk holes line up with the screw holes in the hinge assembly. See Graphic 4.

7. Reinstall the door stop screws. See Graphic 3.

8. Reinstall the hinge bracket to the cabinet with the 3 hex head hinge screws.

Handle Move the door handle from one side of the door to the other.

Style 1

1. Loosen set screws located on side of handle at each end. See Graphic 1-1.

Final Steps

1. Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are in place. Reinstall top hinge cover. See Top Hinge Graphic 1B.

2. Replace the base grille. See Base Grille Graphic 1A.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet,

Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord,

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrica_ shock,

3. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

4. Reset the control. See "Using the Control,"

5. Return all removable door parts to door and food to freezer.

A ......... _

A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

Left Hand Hinge Right Hand Hinge

Door Stop Door Stop

B ..................................

A. Door Stop Screws B. Door Stop

C. Hinge Pin D. Hinge Pin Nut E. _/1_"Hex-Head Hinge

Screws

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Door Handle

Seal Screw

A Door Stop Screws

B Door Stop

C Hinge Pin D Hinge Pin Nut

E. %_"Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Style 1

A. Grommet B, Handle

C. Set Screws

StyJe 2

A. Clips B. Handle Screws

C. Handle

Locate the two front leveling legs taped among the packing materials.

Screw these legs into the front holes on the bottom of the freezer. The back of the freezer rests on two fixed supports.

Adjust the front legs just enough to lift the cabinet up off of the floor.

NOTE: If your model is equipped with rollers, the front legs should be lowered enough to lift the rollers off of the floor to

ensure the freezer does not roll forward when the door is opened.

FREEZERUSE

Place a leveling tool on top of the freezer first side to side, then front to back. Turn leg counterclockwise to raise a corner. Turn leg clockwise to lower a corner.

5. Repeat Step 4 until freezer is level.

6. After freezer is fully loaded with food, recheck with level as in Step 4.

In order to ensure proper temperature, you need to permit proper airflow in the freezer. As shown in the illustration, cool air enters

through the freezer wall and moves down. The air then recirculates through the vent near the bottom.

Do not block any of these vents with food packages. If the vents are blocked, airflow will be prevented, and temperature and moisture problems may occur.

IMPORTANT: To prevent odors and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.

Turn the freezer temperature control to 4. This setting is designed to maintain the temperature at or near 0°F (-17.8°C) under normal operating conditions.

Allow the freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen food. Let the freezer cool overnight before adding large amounts

of unfrozen food. Never add more than 2 to 3 Ibs (907 to 1,350 g) of unfrozen food per cubic foot (28.32 L) of freezer space.

NOTE: When the freezer is first started, the compressor will run constantly until the freezer is cooled. It may take up to 6 or 8 hours (or longer), depending on room temperature and the number of times the freezer door is opened. After the freezer is cooled, the compressor will turn on and off as needed to keep the freezer at the proper temperature.

The outside of your freezer may feel warm. This is normal. The freezer's design and main function is to remove heat from packages and air space inside the freezer. The heat is transferred to the room air, making the outside of the freezer feel warm.

Adjusting Control

Turn control to a higher number for colder temperatures. Turn control to a lower number for less cold temperatures. NOTE: The small snowflake icon represents the number I or

the least cold setting. The large snowflake icon represents 6 or the coldest setting.

Fast Freeze (on some models)

This setting causes the freezer to run continuously, driving the freezer temperature to the coldest possible temperature. To activate, adjust the control knob to the igloo icon, which represents the fast freeze setting. Use this feature just before adding large amounts of unfrozen foods. For best food quality, do not exceed 3 Ibs (1,350 g) per cubic foot (28.32 L). Return to your normal setting after 24 to 48 hours.

Temperature Alarm (on some models)

The temperature monitor alarm is located to the left of the temperature control and sounds an audible alarm if the temperature reaches 10°F (-12°C) or more above normal for the

selected setting. The alarm is controlled by a three position switch.

To Turn the Ice Maker On/Off

NOTE: Do not force the wire shutoff arm up or down.

• Toturn the ice maker on, simply lower the wire shutoff arm. NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. As ice is

made, the ice cubes fill the ice storage bin and the ice cubes will raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position.

• To manually turn the ice maker off, lift the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click to make sure the ice maker will not continue to operate.

Ice Production Rate

I The proper setting for normal freezer use. The alarm

is on and the amber light will be illuminated. Prevents the alarm from sounding when the freezer

is warm, such as during start-up or defrosting. Tests the alarm regardless of temperature.

To lock or unlock the freezer, you must hold the key in the lock while turning. The lock is spring loaded, so the key cannot be left

in the lock.

If the key is lost, contact your dealer for a replacement. Always give the model and serial number of your freezer when requesting

a replacement key.

The ice maker should produce approximately 7 to 9 batches of ice in a 24-hour period. If ice is not being made fast enough, turn the Temperature Control toward a higher (colder) number in half number steps. (For example, if the control is at 3, move it to between 3 and 4.) Wait 24 hours and, if necessary, gradually turn the Temperature Control to the highest setting, waiting 24 hours

between each increase.

Remember

Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced.

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

Do not store anything on top of the ice maker or in the ice storage bin.

FREEZERFEATURES

This manual covers several different models. The freezer you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations of the features may not match those of your model.

Your freezer is equipped with refrigerated interior shelves. Packages in direct contact with the shelves will have the best refrigeration. Fresh, unfrozen food packages should be stored directly on the shelves and not on top of already frozen food packages.

When placing the food packages in your freezer, please remember:

• The cabinet shelves have the best freezing capability. The door shelves and the bottom of the cabinet have a slightly less cold temperature. Therefore, packages sensitive to temperature (meat, poultry, etc.) should not be placed on the

door shelves or the freezer bottom.

• Leave some space between the food packages so that cold air can pass over and around them.

The slide out basket provides separate storage space for items that are difficult to store on freezer shelves. To remove the

basket, pull out and lift up.

To Lower and Raise the Storage Gate:

1. Lift the top of the gate up slightly, out of the supports. Pull the gate forward and down.

2. Return the gate to the upright position. Lift the top of the gate slightly to clear the supports. Lower the gate into the supports.

To remove and replace the bin:

1. Remove the bin by tipping the front of the bin forward and sliding out.

2. Replace the bin by sliding it in above the desired support tilting it back into place.

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