whirlpool EV188NYWS User Manual

UPRIGHT FREEZER

Use & Care Guide

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CONGÉLATEUR VERTICAL

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

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

Electrical Requirements............................................................................5

Water Supply Requirements.....................................................................5

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

SÉCURITÉ DU CONGÉLATEUR...............................................................15

Mise au rebut appropriée de votre

vieux congélateur ou réfrigérateur..........................................................15

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION .........................................................16

Déballage ................................................................................................16

Emplacement d’installation ....................................................................16

Spécifications électriques.......................................................................17

Spécifications de l’alimentation en eau..................................................17

Raccordement de la canalisation d'eau.................................................17

Porte du congélateur ..............................................................................18

Ajustement de porte ...............................................................................20

UTILISATION DU CONGÉLATEUR ..........................................................20

Pour s’assurer d’une circulation d’air appropriée..................................20

Utilisation de la commande ....................................................................20

Machine à glaçons..................................................................................21

FREEZER FEATURES .................................................................................9

Freezer Shelves ........................................................................................ 9

Door Bin.................................................................................................... 9

Storage Basket ......................................................................................... 9

FREEZER CARE ........................................................................................10

Cleaning Your Frost-Free Freezer ..........................................................10

Changing the Light Bulb.........................................................................10

Power Interruptions ................................................................................ 11

Moving Care ........................................................................................... 11

TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................................11

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE...................................................................... 13

In the U.S.A............................................................................................. 13

In Canada................................................................................................ 13

Accessories............................................................................................. 13

WARRANTY ............................................................................................... 14

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DU CONGÉLATEUR ........................................... 21

Tablettes de congélateur........................................................................21

Balconnet de porte................................................................................. 21

Panier coulissant ....................................................................................22

ENTRETIEN DU CONGÉLATEUR ............................................................ 22

Nettoyage du congélateur sans givre ....................................................22

Remplacement de l'ampoule d’éclairage...............................................23

Pannes de courant électrique.................................................................23

Déménagement ......................................................................................23

DÉPANNAGE .............................................................................................23

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE......................................................................25

Accessoires............................................................................................. 25

GARANTIE.................................................................................................. 26

FREEZER SAFETY

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

DANGER

WARNING

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

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your freezer, follow these basic precautions:

WARNING:

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You instructions.

■ 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.

■ Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,

away from freezer.

■ Use two or more people to move and install freezer.

■ 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).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings: WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer. WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Proper Disposal of

Your Old Freezer or Refrigerator

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.

WARNING

Suffocation Hazard

Remove doors or lid from your old freezer or refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned 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.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpacking

WARNING

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 cover the floor with cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage. 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.

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.”

Location Requirements

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable 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 for a 1" (2.54 cm) space behind the freezer. If the freezer is to be against a wall, leave extra space on the hinge

side so the door can open wider. NOTE: This freezer may be installed side by side with another

refrigerator or freezer.

Important information to know about glass shelves and covers:

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid dropping.

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

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

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. Do not use an extension cord.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the Temperature Control to the OFF position as shown and then disconnect the freezer from the electrical source.

IMPORTANT:

■ If you turn the freezer on before the water line is connected,

turn the ice maker OFF.

■ All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

■ Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing

only in areas where the household temperatures will remain above freezing.

Water Pressure

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

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply

IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out of a

reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the freezer needs to be between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa).

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

If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):

■ Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse

osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.

■ Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill

after heavy usage.

If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Connect the Water Supply

(for models with an ice maker)

Water Supply Requirements

(for models with an ice maker)

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

TOOLS NEEDED:

■ Flat-blade screwdriver

■ ⁷⁄₁₆" and ¹⁄₂" Open-end or two

adjustable wrenches

NOTE: Your freezer dealer has a kit available with a ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or ³⁄₁₆" (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

■ ¹⁄₄" Nut driver

■ ¹⁄₄" Drill bit

■ Cordless drill

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 ½" 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.

4. Determine the length of copper 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) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of tubing are cut square.

5. Using a cordless drill, drill a ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) hole in the cold

water pipe you have selected.

DEF

A. Cold water pipe

B. Pipe clamp C. Copper tubing D. Compression nut

E. Compression sleeve F. Sh u to f f v a lv e

G. Packing nut

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 slowly and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten.

7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the

copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.

8. Place the free end of the copper tubing in a container or sink,

and turn ON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is clear. Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the copper tubing.

Freezer Door

IMPORTANT:

■ Depending on the width of the opening, you may need to

remove the handle or door to move the freezer into the house.

■ All graphics referenced in the following instructions are

included later in this section after “Final Steps.” The graphic may be reversed if door swing is reversed.

■ Before you begin, turn the control OFF, and remove food and

adjustable door or utility bins from door.

TOOLS NEEDED: ¹⁄₂" hex head socket wrench and ³⁄₈" hex head socket wrench

Connect to Freezer

1. Remove the valve access cover from the compressor cover

on the lower back of the cabinet.

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

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

3. Insert the valve assembly into the compressor cover. Then,

fasten the valve assembly to the freezer cabinet with a ¹⁄₂"hex head machine screw.

4. Use the tube clamp on the back of the freezer to secure the

tubing to the freezer as shown. This will help avoid damaging the copper tubing when the freezer is pushed back against the wall.

5. Turn shutoff valve ON. Check for leaks. Tighten any

connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

A B

D E

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

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

water conditions require a second water strainer, install it in the ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.

D. Compression nut

E. Valve inlet

WARNING

Remove and Replace the Handle

To remove the handle:

1. Loosen the setscrews located on the side of handle at each

end. See Handle graphic.

2. Remove the handle from the grommets. To replace the handle:

1. Place the handle onto the grommets making sure the

grommets are fitted into the handle holes.

2. Tighten the upper and lower setscrews with the hex key

provided. See Handle graphic. Do not overtighten the setscrews.

Remove Door and Hinges

⁵⁄₁₆" Hex head hinge screw

1. Unplug freezer or disconnect power.

2. Open freezer door and remove base grille from the bottom

front of the freezer. See Base Grille graphic.

3. 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.

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

set aside.

6. Remove three hex head hinge screws and bottom hinge

assembly. See Bottom Hinge graphic.

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

7. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Replace Door and Hinges

1. Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown and tighten

screws. See Bottom Hinge graphic. 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. Do not tighten the screws completely.

3. Adjust the door so that the bottom aligns evenly with the

cabinet. Tighten all screws.

Final Steps

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

2. Reset the control. See “Using the Control.”

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

Handle

A. Grommet B. Handle C. Setscrews

Base Grille

Door Removal & Replacement

Top Hinge

A. Top Hinge Cover

/8"

Hex-Head Hinge Screws

C. Top Hinge

Bottom Hinge

A B

A. Door Stop Screws B. Door Stop

C. Hinge Pin D. Hinge Pin Nut

/8"

Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Adjust the Door

Your freezer has two front adjustable legs, one on each side. The back of the freezer rests on two fixed supports.

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Repeat Step 2 until freezer is level.

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

Step 2.

FREEZER USE

Using the Control

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. Do not add more than 2 to 3 lbs (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 the contents and air inside the freezer. The heat is transferred to the room air, making the outside of the freezer feel warm.

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation

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 restricted, and temperature and moisture problems may occur.

IMPORTANT: To avoid odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.

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 1 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 lbs (1,350 g) per cubic foot (28.32 L). Return to your normal setting after 24 to 48 hours.

Ice Maker

(on some models)

To Turn the Ice Maker On/Off

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

■ To turn 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

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.

Freezer Shelves

Store similar foods together and adjust the shelves to fit different heights. This reduces the time the freezer door is open and saves energy.

To remove and replace a shelf:

1. Remove the shelf by pulling it forward slightly to align the shelf

stops with the openings in the freezer liner. Lift straight up, and pull the shelf out the rest of the way.

2. Replace the shelf by lowering the shelf stops through the

openings in the freezer liner. Slide the shelf in the rest of the way.

Door Bin

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.

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.

FREEZER FEATURES

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.

Important information to know about glass shelves and covers:

Storage Basket

(on some models)

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.

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