Whirlpool GB2SHTXTQ Use & Care Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
REFRIGERA T OR SAFETY ......................................................3
Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator..................................3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.............................................4
Unpack the Refrigerator............................................................4
Location Requirements ............................................................4
Electrical Requirements ...........................................................5
Water Supply Requirements ....................................................5
Connect the Water Supply.........................................................5
Base Grille ................................................................................6
Refrigerator Door.......................................................................7
Refrigerator Doors.....................................................................8
Opening and Closing Doors......................................................10
Adjust the Door ........................................................................11
Normal Sounds ........................................................................11
REFRIGERA T OR USE..............................................................12
Ensuring proper air circulation..................................................12
Using the Controls ...................................................................12
Water system Preparation.........................................................13
REFRIGERA TOR FEA TURES..................................................13
Refrigerator Shelves.................................................................13
Meat Drawer and Cover............................................................14
Crisper and Crisper Cover .......................................................14
Crisper Humidity Control...........................................................14
Utility or Egg Bin.......................................................................14
Temperature Controlled Drawer................................................15
Water Dispenser........................................................................16
Water Filtration System.............................................................16
Ice Maker...................................................................................16
FREEZER FEATURES .............................................................17
Freezer Baskets........................................................................17
DOOR FEATURES....................................................................17
Door Retainer ...........................................................................17
Door Bins..................................................................................17
Utility Compartment ..................................................................17
REFRIGERA T OR CARE ..........................................................17
Cleaning....................................................................................17
Changing the Light Bulb............................................................18
Power Interruptions ..................................................................19
Vacation and Moving Care........................................................19
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................ 20
ASSIST ANCE OR SERVICE....................................................22
In the U.S.A. ............................................................................ 22
In Canada ................................................................................22
Accessories ............................................................................. 22
WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS......................................... 22
PRODUCT DATA SHEETS.......................................................23
WARRANTY ............................................................................24
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ......................................... 25
Mise au rebut de votre vieux réfrigérateur................................ 25
INSTRUCTIONS D’INST ALLATION ........................................ 26
Déballage du réfrigérateur .......................................................26
Emplacement d’installation.......................................................26
Spécifications électriques ........................................................ 27
Spécifications de l’alimentation en eau .....................................27
Raccordement de la canalisation d’eau ...................................28
Grille de la base........................................................................29
Porte de la réfrigérateur ......................................................... 29
Portes du réfrigérateur .............................................................30
Ouverture et fermeture des portes............................................33
Ajustement de la porte............................................................. 34
Sons normaux ..........................................................................34
UTILISA TION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR...................................... 35
Pour s’assurer d’une circulation d’air appropriée .....................35
Utilisation des commandes.......................................................35
Préparation du système d’eau.................................................. 36
CARACTÉRISTIQUES DU RÉFRIGÉRA TEUR .......................36
Tablettes du réfrigérateur..........................................................36
Tiroir a viande et couvercle.......................................................37
Bac à légumes et couvercle......................................................37
Réglage de l’humidité dans le bac à légumes...........................38
Casier utilitaire ou oeufrier........................................................38
Tiroir à température contrôlée...................................................38
Disttributeur d’eau.....................................................................39
Système de filtration d’eau intérieur .........................................39
Machine à glaçons....................................................................39
CARACTÉRISTIQUES DU CONGÉLA TEUR...........................40
Paniers de congélateur ............................................................40
CARACTÉRISTIQUES DE LA PORTE.....................................41
Dispositif de retenue de la porte...............................................41
Balconnets dans la porte ..........................................................41
Compartiment utilitaire..............................................................41
ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRA TEUR........................................41
Nettoyage ................................................................................ 41
Remplacement de l’ampoule d’éclairage .................................42
Pannes de courant ...................................................................43
Entretien avant les vacances ou lors d’un déménagement.......43
DÉPANNAGE...........................................................................44
ASSIST ANCE OU SERVICE....................................................47
Accessoires ............................................................................. 47
FEUILLES DE DONNÉES SUR LE PRODUIT......................... 48
GARANTIE...............................................................................49
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REFRIGERATOR SAFETY
Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous
– even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of
your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help
prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:
■ Take off the doors.
■ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily
climb inside.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
You
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow
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.
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:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the refrigerator, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
WARNING:
SAVE THESE 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.
■
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
■
Use nonflammable cleaner.
■
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from refrigerator.
■
Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.
■
Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker
kit ready models only).
WARNING
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpack the Refrigerator
Remove the Packaging
■ Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning
on the refrigerator. 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 refrigerator. For
more information, see “Refrigerator Safety.”
■ Properly dispose of packaging.
Clean Before Using
After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of
your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in
“Refrigerator Care.”
Location Requirements
■ Your refrigerator is designed for indoor, household use only.
■ To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a
¹⁄₂" (1.25 cm) space at the top and behind the refrigerator.
■ If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra space at the
back for the water line connections.
■ When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave
2¹⁄₈" (5.4 cm) minimum on each side (depending on your
model) to allow for the door to swing open
NOTE: It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator
near an oven, radiator, or other heat source. Do not install the
refrigerator in a location where the temperature will fall below
55°F (13°C).
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator
for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor.
Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it.
Do not wiggle or “walk” the refrigerator when trying to move
it, as floor damage could occur.
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.
For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter
into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass
shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when
removing them to avoid impact from dropping.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
2¹⁄₈" (5.4 cm)
¹⁄₂" (1.25 cm)
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Electrical Requirements
Before you move your refrigerator 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 refrigerator 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, press the Freezer down arrow touch pad
until a dash (–) appears in both the Freezer and Refrigerator
displays as shown. Disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical
source.
When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical
source and reset the temperature controls to the desired setting.
See “Using the Controls.”
Water Supply Requirements
Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT:
■ If you turn the refrigerator 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.
TOOLS NEEDED: Flat-blade screwdriver, ⁷⁄₁₆" 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: Your refrigerator 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.
Water Pressure
A cold water supply with water pressure of between 35 and
100 psi (241 - 689 kPa) is required to operate the 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
refrigerator needs to be between 35 and 100 psi (241 - 689 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 approximately 60 psi
(414 kPa).
If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than
approximately 60 psi (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
Connect to Water Line
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long
enough to clear line of water.
3. Find a ¹⁄₂" to 1¹⁄₄" (12.7 mm to 3.18 mm) vertical cold water
pipe near the refrigerator.
IMPORTANT:
■ Make sure it is a cold water pipe.
■ Horizontal pipe will work, but the following procedure
must be followed: 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.
4. To determine the length of copper tubing you will need,
measure from connection on lower left rear of refrigerator to
water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for moving refrigerator for
cleaning. Use ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper
tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.
5. Using a grounded drill, drill a ¹⁄₄" hole in the cold water pipe
you have selected.
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.
WARNING
A. Cold water pipe
B. Pipe clamp
C.Copper tubing
D. Compression nut
E. Compression sleeve
F. Shu t o f f v a l ve
G. Packing nut
F
G
A
B
C
D
E
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6. Fasten shutoff valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be
sure outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄" drilled hole in the water
pipe and that rubber washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten
packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws slowly and
evenly so rubber 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.
7. Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on copper
tubing as shown. Insert end of tubing into outlet end squarely
as far as it will go. Screw compression nut onto outlet end
with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.
8. Place the free end of the tubing into a bucket or sink. Turn ON
main water supply and flush out tubing until water is clear.
Turn OFF shutoff valve on the water pipe. Check for leaks.
Coil copper tubing.
Connect to Refrigerator
1. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Attach the
copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and
sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not
overtighten. Confirm copper tubing is secure by pulling on
copper tubing.
2. Create a service loop using extreme care to avoid kinks.
Secure copper tubing to refrigerator cabinet with a “P”
clamp.
3. Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for leaks.
Correct any leaks.
Complete the Installation.
Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
Base Grille
Remove the Base Grille
1. Grasp the grille with both hands.
2. Pull the grille toward you.
Replace the Base Grille
1. See the markings on the inside of the base grille for proper
placement.
2. Align the grille mounting clips with the cabinet slots.
3. Push the grille firmly into the cabinet slots until it snaps into
place.
A. Copper tubing
B. “P” clamp
C. Compression nut
D. Compression sleeve
E. Water valve inlet port
A
B
C
D
E
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.
WARNING
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Refrigerator Door
Install and Remove Handles
Graphics are included later in this section.
1. Place handle on the door or drawer as shown.
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the handle to the door
with the handle screws.
3. Place the handle trim pieces on the handle ends as shown.
4. Using your hand, apply firm pressure on the face of the trim
and slide the trim piece toward the center of the handle.
5. To remove handles, reverse directions.
Remove Freezer Drawer
Graphics are included later in this section.
IMPORTANT: Two people may be required to complete this
procedure.
1. Open the freezer drawer to full extension.
2. Remove all articles from baskets.
3. Pull the upper wire basket out to full extension and lift out to
remove.
4. Lift lower basket straight up and out to remove.
5. Remove the basket cradles from the drawer rails. Push the
snap attachments inward away from the drawer rails to
unlatch the basket cradles. Lift the basket cradles off of the
drawer rails.
6. Lift the top of the freezer drawer front to disengage drawer
rail hooks from drawer rails. Lift drawer out.
Replace Freezer Drawer
IMPORTANT: Two people may be required to complete this
procedure.
1. Pull both drawer rails out to full extension.
2. Locate the notches on the inside of each drawer rail. See
Graphic 6-1.
3. While supporting the drawer front, hook the drawer supports
into the notches on the inside of the drawer rails. Lower the
drawer front into its final position. See Graphic 6-2.
4. Place the basket cradles back on the drawer rails. Align the
snap attachments with the slots on the drawer rails, and
press each snap toward the rail until it clicks.
5. With drawer rails pulled out to full extension, set the lower
basket straight down into the basket cradles.
6. Slide the upper basket into the molded drawer rail. Make sure
the rear of the basket hooks behind the drawer rail stop.
Remove Door and Hinges
IMPORTANT:
■ Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and
any adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
■ All graphics referenced in the following instructions are
included later in this section after “Final Steps.”
TOOLS NEEDED: ⁵⁄₁₆", ³⁄₈", ¹⁄₄" hex-head socket wrench, a #2
Phillips screwdriver, and a flat-blade screwdriver.
1. Keep the refrigerator door closed until you are ready to lift it
free from the cabinet.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the
hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door gasket
magnets to hold the doors in place while you are working.
2. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge
graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.
3. Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in Bottom
Hinge graphic.
A. Cradle snap attachment
B. Basket cradle
B
A
⁵⁄₁₆
" Hex-Head Top Hinge Screw
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6-2
Drawer Removal & Replacement
6-1
A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs
1-2
A
A. Door Stop Screws
B. Door Stop
3
Side View
Front View
A
B
A
1-1
A
A. Hinge Screws
5
Door Handle
Seal Screw
Front
B. Flat-Head Handle Screws
C. Refrigerator Door Handle
A. Handle Trim
2
C
B
A
A
B
Door Removal &
Replacement
Top Hinge
A. Shim
C. Hinge Screws
B. Bottom Hinge
A. Hinge Cover Screw
B. Top Hinge Cover
C.
5
/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws
D. Top Hinge
B
A
C
D
Bottom Hinge
A
B
C
Door Swing Reversal (optional)
4
B. Flat-Head Handle Screws
C. Refrigerator Door Handle
A. Handle Trim
C B AAB
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Adjust the Door
Depending on your model, your refrigerator may have two
(Style 1) or four (Style 2) adjustable rollers located at the base of
the refrigerator. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want
the door to close easier, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using the
instructions below.
1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
2. Move the refrigerator into its final location.
3. Remove the base grille. Grasp the grille firmly and pull it
toward you.
4. Remove the bracket covers. Insert the eraser end of a pencil
in the cover notch. Apply slight downward pressure to the
notched side of the cover while swinging it off.
5. Using a screwdriver or ³⁄₈" hex driver, turn the roller
adjustment screw(s) on each side to raise or lower that side of
the refrigerator.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the
refrigerator takes some weight off the adjustment screws and
rollers. This makes it easier to turn the screws.
■ To raise, turn the roller adjustment screw to the right.
■ To lower, turn the roller adjustment screw to the left.
NOTE: It may take several turns of the roller adjustment
screw to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.
Style 1 - Front leveling
Style 2 - Front and rear leveling
6. Open the door again to make sure that it closes as easily as
you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by
turning both front adjustment screws to the right. It may take
several more turns, and you should turn both adjustment
screws the same amount.
7. Lower the stabilizing foot by turning it clockwise until it is
firmly against floor.
8. Turn the front adjustment screws counterclockwise to allow
the full weight of the refrigerator to rest on the stabilizing feet.
9. Replace the bracket covers. Place each bracket cover into
the outer edge, swing the cover toward the cabinet and snap
it into place.
10. Replace the base grille.
Normal Sounds
Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t
make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be
concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard
surfaces, such as the floor, walls, and cabinets, can make the
sounds seem louder. The following describes the kinds of sounds
and what may be making them.
■ If your refrigerator is equipped with an ice maker, you will hear
a buzzing sound when the water valve opens to fill the ice
maker for each cycle.
■ Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently, to keep
your food items at the desired temperatures and to minimize
energy usage. The high efficiency compressor and fans may
cause your refrigerator to run longer than your old one. You
may also hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound from the
compressor or fans adjusting to optimize performance.
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.
WARNING
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
A. Roller adjustment screw
B. Stabilizing foot
A. Front adjustment screw
B. Rear adjustment screw
C. Stabilizing foot
A
B
A B AB
CC
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■ You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating air through
the refrigerator and freezer compartments. The fan speed
may increase as you open the doors or add warm food.
■ Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the
water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator.
■ Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle
may cause a sizzling sound.
■ As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to
the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.
■ Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a
popping noise.
■ You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the
condenser fan.
■ You may hear water running into the drain pan during the
defrost cycle.
REFRIGERATOR USE
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation
In order to ensure proper temperatures, you need to permit
airflow between the refrigerator and freezer sections. As shown in
the illustration, cool air enters the freezer section through vents in
the rear and top. The air flows forward through the freezer section
and recirculates under the freezer floor. Cool air enters the
refrigerator section through the top, flows down and across
shelves to the doors and recirculates to return air vents at 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: Because air circulates between both sections, any
odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must
thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To prevent
odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.
Using the Controls
The temperature controls are located at the top front of the
refrigerator compartment.
For your convenience, your refrigerator and freezer controls are
preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make
sure that the refrigerator and freezer controls are still preset to the
recommended setting as shown.
Recommended Setting “4”
IMPORTANT:
■ To turn your refrigerator off, press the freezer down arrow
touch pad until a dash (-) appears in both the refrigerator and
freezer displays. Neither compartment will cool.
■ The recommended settings should be correct for normal
household refrigerator use. The controls are set correctly
when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream
is firm.
■ The refrigerator control adjusts the refrigerator compartment
temperature. The freezer control adjusts the freezer
compartment temperature. The temperature control range for
each compartment is 1 through 7 (coldest).
■ Wait 24 hours for your refrigerator to cool completely before
adding food. If you add food before the refrigerator has
cooled completely, your food may spoil.
NOTE: Adjusting the Refrigerator and Freezer Controls to a
higher (colder) than recommended setting will not cool the
compartments any faster.
■ If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or
freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not
blocked before adjusting the controls.
Adjusting Controls
If you need to adjust the temperature in either the refrigerator or
freezer compartment, use the settings listed in the chart below as
a guide.
Press the up or down arrow touch pads to adjust the
temperature. Except when starting the refrigerator, do not adjust
either control more than one setting at a time. Wait 24 hours for
the temperature to stabilize between adjustments.
CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:
REFRIGERATOR too warm
- Door opened often, large amount
of food added or room
temperature very warm
Adjust REFRIGERATOR
or TEMPERATURE
Control one setting
higher
FREEZER too warm/ice not made
fast enough
- Door opened often, or large
amount of food added or very cold
room temperature (can’t cycle
often enough)
- Heavy ice usage
Adjust FREEZER or
TEMPERATURE Control
one setting higher
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Meat Drawer and Cover
To Remove and Replace the Meat Drawer:
1. Remove the meat drawer by sliding it out to the stop. Lift the
front of meat drawer with one hand while supporting the
bottom of drawer with other hand. Slide drawer out the rest of
the way.
2. Replace the meat drawer by guiding it into the meat cover
supports and pushing it in until it stops.
To Remove and Replace the Meat Drawer Cover:
1. Remove the meat drawer. Remove the cover by tilting up the
front of the cover and lifting at the back. Pull the cover
straight out.
2. Replace the cover by guiding the rear hooks into the shelf
supports. Tilt the cover up at the front until the rear hooks
drop into the slots.
3. Lower the front of the cover to a level position and replace the
meat drawer.
Meat Storage Guide
Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and
moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary. See the following chart for
storage times. When storing meat longer than the times given,
freeze the meat.
Fresh fish or shellfish ........................ use same day as purchased
Chicken, ground beef, variety meats (liver)...................... 1-2 days
Cold cuts, steaks/roasts .................................................. 3-5 days
Cured meats .................................................................. 7-10 days
Leftovers - Cover leftovers with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or
plastic containers with tight lids.
Crisper and Crisper Cover
To Remove and Replace the Crisper(s):
1. Slide crisper(s) straight out to the stop. Lift the front of the
crisper(s) and slide out the rest of the way.
2. Replace the crisper(s) by sliding back in fully past the drawer
stop.
To Remove the Crisper(s) Cover:
1. Remove crisper(s).
2. Holding the glass insert firmly with one hand, press up in
center of glass insert until it rises above the plastic frame.
Gently, slide the glass insert forward to remove.
3. Lift the cover frame up and remove it.
To Replace Crisper(s) Cover:
NOTE: Before reinstalling the cover, make sure the U-shaped
reinforcement bar is reinstalled in the front edge of the crisper
cover.
1. Fit back of cover frame into supports on side walls of the
refrigerator and lower the front of the cover frame into place.
2. Slide rear of glass insert into cover frame and lower front into
place.
Crisper Humidity Control
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed
crisper. Adjust the control to any setting between LOW and
HIGH.
LOW (open) lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of
fruits and vegetables with skins.
■ Fruit: Wash, let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bag or
crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use.
Sort and keep berries in original container in crisper, or store
in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf.
■ Vegetables with skins: Place in plastic bags or plastic
container and store in crisper.
HIGH (closed) keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of
fresh, leafy vegetables.
■ Leafy vegetables: Wash in cold water, drain and trim or tear
off bruised and discolored areas. Place in plastic bag or
plastic container and store in crisper.
Utility or Egg Bin
Depending on your model, you may have a one, two or three
piece bin. Eggs may be stored in the egg tray or loose in the bin.
NOTE: Store eggs in a covered container for long-term storage. If
your model does not have an egg storage bin, store eggs in their
original carton on an interior shelf.
LOW
LOW
HIGH
HIGH
15
14
15
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