Whirlpool GSC25C6EY User Guide
REFRIGERATOR USER INSTRUCTIONS
THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. If you should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at www.whirlpool.com for additional information. If you still need assistance, call us at 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, visit our website at www.whirlpool.ca or call us at 1-800-807-6777.
You will need your model and serial number, located on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment.
Para obtener acceso a “Instrucciones para el usuario del refrigerador” en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.whirlpool.com.
Necesitará su número de modelo y de serie, ubicado en el interior del compartimiento del refrigerador.
TableofContents/Tabledesmatières
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY..................................................................... |
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REFRIGERATOR USE ........................................................................... |
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REFRIGERATOR CARE......................................................................... |
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TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................ |
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ACCESSORIES .................................................................................... |
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WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS .................................................... |
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PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET.......................................................... |
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WARRANTY.......................................................................................... |
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SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ..................................................... |
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UTILISATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR................................................. |
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ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ................................................... |
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DÉPANNAGE........................................................................................ |
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ACCESSOIRES .................................................................................... |
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FEUILLE DE DONNÉES SUR LA PERFORMANCE .......................... |
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GARANTIE............................................................................................ |
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REFRIGERATOR 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:
DANGER
WARNING
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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions:
■ 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).
■ Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on some models).
■ Do not hit the refrigerator glass doors (on some models).
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Proper Disposal ofYour Old Refrigerator
WARNING
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old 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 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.
Important information to know about disposal of refrigerants:
Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed, EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with established procedures.
REFRIGERATOR USE
InstallAirFilter(onsomemodels)
On some models, your refrigerator's accessory packet includes an air filter, which must be installed prior to use. On some models, the air filter is already installed at the factory.
The air filter reduces the buildup of odors. This helps to maintain a cleaner environment inside the refrigerator.
Installing the Air Filter (on some models)
The filter should be installed behind the vented door, which is located (depending on your model) along either the rear or left interior wall near the top of the refrigerator compartment.
1.Remove the air filter from its packaging.
2.Lift open the vented door.
3.Snap the filter into place.
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Installing the Filter Status Indicator (on some models)
The filter comes with a status indicator, which should be activated and installed at the same time the air filter is installed.
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1.Place the indicator face-down on a firm, flat surface.
2.Apply pressure to the bubble on the back of the indicator, until the bubble pops to activate the indicator.
3.Lift open the vented air filter door. On some models, there are notches behind the door.
4.On models with notches:
■Slide the indicator down into the notches, facing outward.
NOTE: The indicator will not easily slide into the notches if the rear bubble has not been popped.
■Close the air filter door, and check that the indicator is visible through the rectangular hole in the door.
On models without notches:
■Store the indicator in a visible place you will easily remember - either inside the refrigerator, or elsewhere in your kitchen or home.
Replacing the Air Filter
The disposable air filter should be replaced every 6 months, when the status indicator has completely changed from white to red.
To order a replacement air filter, see “Accessories.”
1.Remove the old air filter by squeezing in on the side tabs.
2.Remove the old status indicator.
3.Install the new air filter and status indicator using the instructions in the previous sections.
InstallProducePreserver
(onsomemodels)
On some models, your refrigerator's accessory packet includes a Produce Preserver, which should be installed prior to use. On some models, the Produce Preserver is already installed at the factory.
The Produce Preserver absorbs ethylene, allowing the ripening process of many produce items to slow down. As a result, certain produce items will stay fresh longer.
Installing the Produce Preserver (on some models)
CAUTION: IRRITANT
MAY IRRITATE EYES AND SKIN. DANGEROUS FUMES FORM WHEN MIXED WITH OTHER PRODUCTS.
Do not mix with cleaning products containing ammonia, bleach or acids. Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing. Do not breathe dust. Keep out of reach of children.
FIRST AID TREATMENT: Contains potassium permanganate. If swallowed, call a Poison Control Center or doctor immediately. Do not induce vomiting. If in eyes, rinse with water for 15 minutes. If on skin, rinse with water.
The Produce Preserver pouches should be installed in their housing, which is located along an interior side wall of the crisper or convertible drawer.
NOTE: For best performance, always use two pouches.
1. Remove the Produce Preserver pouches from their packaging.
CAUTION |
ATTENTION |
IRRITANT |
IRRITANT |
Read cautions on back. |
Lire les mises en garde au dos. |
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2.Lift up on the housing in order to remove it from its mounting tab along the wall.
3.Open the housing by pulling up and out on the back of the top of the housing.
4.Place both pouches inside the housing, then snap the housing back together.
5.Place the housing back on the mounting tab along the wall.
Installing the Status Indicator (on some models)
The Produce Preserver comes with a status indicator, which should be activated and installed at the same time the pouch is installed.
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MONTHS
1.Place the indicator face-down on a firm, flat surface.
2.Apply pressure to the bubble on the back of the indicator, until the bubble pops to activate the indicator.
3.Slide open the cap on the Produce Preserver housing.
4.Place the indicator in the top of the housing, facing outward.
5.Slide the cap closed, and check that the indicator is visible through the rectangular hole in the cap.
NOTE: The cap will not easily close if the indicator’s rear bubble has not been popped.
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Replacing the Produce Preserver (on some models)
The disposable pouches should be replaced every 6 months, when the status indicator has completely changed from white to red.
To order replacements, see “Accessories.”
1.Remove the old pouches from the Produce Preserver housing.
2.Remove the old status indicator.
3.Install the new pouches and status indicator using the instructions in the previous sections.
UsingtheControls
The refrigerator and freezer controls are located on the dispenser panel.
IMPORTANT: The display screen on the dispenser control panel will turn off automatically and enter “sleep” mode when the control buttons and dispenser pads have not been used for
2 minutes or more. While in “sleep” mode, the first press of a control button will only reactivate the display screen, without changing any settings. After reactivation, changes to any settings can then be made. If no changes are made within 2 minutes, the display will re-enter “sleep” mode.
■Touch any control button on the dispenser panel to activate the display screen. The home screen will appear as shown.
Adjusting the Controls
For your convenience, your refrigerator and freezer controls are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the controls are still set to the “mid-settings.” The factory recommended set points are 37°F (3°C) for the refrigerator and 0°F (-18°C) for the freezer.
IMPORTANT:
■Wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil.
NOTE: Adjusting the set points to a 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.
■The preset settings should be correct for normal household usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.
■Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments. Recheck the temperatures before other adjustments are made.
To view and adjust the set points, press and hold the TEMP button for 3 seconds. When adjust mode is activated, adjusting information will appear on the display screen.
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NOTE: To view Celsius temperatures, press the LIGHT button when adjust mode is activated. To return the display setting to Fahrenheit, press LIGHT again.
■When adjust mode is activated, the display screen shows the refrigerator set point and “FRIDGE” appears.
■Press LOCK to raise the set point, or press FAST ICE to lower the set point.
■When you have finished viewing (and adjusting if desired) the refrigerator set point, press TEMP to change the display to show the freezer set point. When the zone has been changed, “FREEZER” appears on the display screen.
■Press LOCK to raise the set point, or press FAST ICE to lower the set point.
■When you have finished viewing (and adjusting if desired) both the refrigerator and freezer set points, press FILTER to save the settings.
NOTE: To exit without saving changes, press ICE TYPE at any time while in adjust mode, or allow about 60 seconds of inactivity and adjust mode will turn off automatically.
When adjusting temperature set points, use the following chart as a guide.
CONDITION: |
TEMPERATURE |
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ADJUSTMENT: |
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REFRIGERATOR too cold |
REFRIGERATOR Setting |
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1° higher |
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REFRIGERATOR too warm |
REFRIGERATOR Setting |
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1° lower |
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FREEZER too cold |
FREEZER Setting |
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1° higher |
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FREEZER too warm / |
FREEZER Setting |
Too little ice |
1° lower |
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The set point range for the refrigerator is 33°F to 45°F (0°C to 7°C). The set point range for the freezer is -5°F to 5°F (-21°C to -15°C).
Cooling On/Off
Your refrigerator and freezer will not cool when cooling is turned off.
■To turn cooling off, press and hold the LOCK and FILTER buttons at the same time for 3 seconds.
IMPORTANT: To avoid unintentionally locking the dispenser or changing other settings, be sure to press both buttons at exactly the same time.
When cooling is off, “COOLING OFF” will appear on the display screen.
■Press and hold LOCK and FILTER for 3 seconds again to turn cooling back on.
Additional Features
Fast Ice
The Fast Ice feature assists with temporary periods of heavy ice use by increasing ice production over a 24-hour period.
IMPORTANT: This feature only works if the ice maker is turned on. See “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”
■Press FAST ICE to turn on the Fast Ice feature. When the feature is on, the Fast Ice icon will appear on the dispenser display screen. The Fast Ice setting will remain on for 24 hours unless manually turned off.
■To manually turn off the Fast Ice feature, press FAST ICE again or adjust the freezer temperature set point. The Fast Ice icon will disappear when the feature is off.
NOTE: If increased ice production is desired at all times, change the freezer set point to a lower setting. Setting the freezer to a colder temperature may make some foods, such as ice cream, harder.
6th Sense™ Temperature Management
The 6th Sense™ feature assists with regulating the temperature inside the refrigerator. If a large quantity of warm food is placed in the refrigerator or warm air enters the refrigerator while the door is held open, the 6th Sense™ system activates to quickly restore the temperature to the set point.
NOTE: The 6th Sense™ system is always on when your refrigerator is operating. You do not need to press any buttons to activate it. The 6th Sense™ icon on the dispenser display screen indicates that the feature is functioning properly.
Door Ajar Alarm
The Door Ajar Alarm feature sounds an alarm when the refrigerator or freezer door is open for 5 minutes and the product cooling is turned on. The alarm will repeat every 2 minutes. Close both doors to turn it off. The feature then resets and will reactivate when either door is left open again for 5 minutes.
NOTE: To mute the audible alarm while keeping the doors open, such as while cleaning the inside of the refrigerator, press any button on the control panel. The alarm sound will be temporarily turned off, but the Door Ajar icon will still be displayed on the dispenser control panel.
Dual Evaporator (on some models)
Some models come equipped with a dual sequential evaporation system, which includes two separate evaporators for the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
Dual evaporation results in higher humidity, which helps keep foods in the refrigerator from spoiling as quickly and improves food quality and freshness in the freezer due to decreased freezer burn. In addition, the dual evaporation system helps keep food smells in the refrigerator from transferring to ice in the freezer.
NOTE: The dual evaporation system is always activated when your refrigerator is operating. You do not need to press any buttons to turn it on.
ConvertibleDrawerTemperatureControl
(onsomemodels)
The control can be adjusted to properly chill meats or vegetables. The air inside the pan is cooled to avoid “spot” freezing and can be set to keep meats at the National Livestock and Meat Board recommended storage temperatures of 28° to 32°F (-2° to 0°C).
To store meat:
Set the control to one of the three MEAT settings to store meat at its optimal storage temperature.
To store vegetables:
Set the control to VEG to store vegetables at their optimal storage temperatures.
NOTE: If food starts to freeze, move the control to the right (less cold), toward the VEG setting. Remember to wait 24 hours between adjustments.
CrisperHumidityControl
(onsomemodels)
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper. Adjust the control to any setting between LOW and HIGH.
LOW (open) for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins. HIGH (closed) for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.
ChilledDoorBin
(onsomemodels)
Cool air from the freezer is directed to the refrigerator door bin directly beneath the vents.
NOTE: The dairy compartment and can rack are not associated with the Chilled Door Bin feature.
Chilled Door Bin Control
The chilled door bin control is located on the left-hand side of the refrigerator compartment.
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A.Chilled door bin control
■Slide the door chill control to the left to reduce the flow of cold air to the bin and make it less cold.
■Slide the door chill control to the right to increase the flow of cold air to the bin and make it colder.
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WaterandIceDispensers
IMPORTANT: After connecting the refrigerator to a water source or replacing the water filter, flush the water system. Use a sturdy container to depress and hold the water dispenser pad for
5 seconds, then release it for 5 seconds. Repeat until water begins to flow. Once water begins to flow, continue depressing and releasing the dispenser pad (5 seconds on, 5 seconds off) until a total of 3 gal. (12 L) has been dispensed. This will flush air from the filter and water dispensing system, and prepare the water filter for use. Additional flushing may be required in some households. As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.
NOTES:
■The dispensing system will not operate when the freezer door is open.
■Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool down and chill water.
■Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced. Wait 72 hours for full ice production.
■The display screen on the dispenser control panel will turn off automatically and enter “sleep” mode when the control buttons and dispenser pads have not been used for 2 minutes or more. While in “sleep” mode, the first press of a control button will only reactivate the display screen, without changing any settings. After reactivation, changes to any settings can then be made. If no changes are made within
2 minutes, the display will re-enter “sleep” mode.
The Water Dispenser
IMPORTANT:
■Dispense at least 1 qt (1 L) of water every week to maintain a fresh supply.
■If the flow of water from the dispenser decreases, it could be caused by low water pressure.
■With the water filter removed, dispense 1 cup of water. If 1 cup of water is dispensed in 8 seconds or less, the water pressure to the refrigerator meets the minimum requirement.
■If it takes longer than 8 seconds to dispense 1 cup of water, the water pressure to the refrigerator is lower than recommended. See “Water Supply Requirements” or “Troubleshooting” for suggestions.
To Dispense Water:
1.Press a sturdy glass against the water dispenser pad.
2.Remove the glass to stop dispensing.
The Ice Dispenser
Ice dispenses from the ice maker storage bin in the freezer when the dispenser pad is pressed. To turn off the ice maker, see “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”
Your ice maker can produce both crushed and cubed ice. Before dispensing ice, select which type of ice you prefer by pressing the ICE TYPE button.
The display screen indicates which type of ice is selected.
CRUSHED CUBED
For crushed ice, cubes are crushed before being dispensed. This may cause a slight delay when dispensing crushed ice. Noise from the ice crusher is normal, and pieces of ice may vary in size. When changing from crushed to cubed, a few ounces of crushed ice will be dispensed along with the first cubes.
To Dispense Ice:
1.Make sure the desired type of ice is selected. To switch between cubed and crushed, press ICE TYPE.
WARNING
Cut Hazard
Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice.
Failure to do so can result in cuts.
2.Press a sturdy glass against the ice dispenser pad. Hold the glass close to the dispenser opening so ice does not fall outside of the glass.
IMPORTANT: You do not need to apply a lot of pressure to the pad in order to activate the ice dispenser. Pressing hard will not make the ice dispense faster or in greater quantities.
3.Remove the glass to stop dispensing.
NOTE: Ice may continue to dispense for several seconds after removing the glass from the pad. The dispenser may continue to make noise for a few seconds after dispensing.
The Dispenser Light
When you use the dispenser, the light will automatically turn on. If you want the light to be on continuously, you may choose either ON or DIM. The display screen indicates which mode is selected.
ON |
DIM |
ON: Press LIGHT to turn the dispenser light on.
DIM: Press LIGHT a second time to select DIM mode. The dispenser light will remain on, but at a lower intensity.
OFF: Press LIGHT a third time to turn the dispenser light off.
The dispenser lights are LEDs that cannot be changed. If it appears that your dispenser lights are not working, see “Troubleshooting” for more information.
The Dispenser Lock
The dispenser can be turned off for easy cleaning or to avoid unintentional dispensing by small children and pets.
NOTE: The lock feature does not shut off power to the refrigerator, to the ice maker, or to the dispenser light. It simply deactivates the controls and dispenser pads. To turn off the ice maker, see “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”
■Press and hold LOCK for 3 seconds to lock the dispenser.
■Press and hold LOCK a second time to unlock the dispenser.
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The display screen indicates when the dispenser is locked.
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IceMakerandStorageBin
(onsomemodels)
■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 use anything sharp to break up the ice in the storage bin. This can cause damage to the ice container and the dispenser mechanism.
■Do not store anything on top of or in the ice maker or storage bin.
Style 1
Turning the Ice Maker On/Off:
The On/Off switch can only be accessed when the ice storage bin has been removed. The switch is located on the freezer door, on the left side of the wall that surrounds the ice storage bin. See the following section for bin removal instructions.
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A. Release lever
NOTE: It is not necessary to turn the ice maker control to the OFF (right) position when removing the storage bin. The sensor cover (“flipper door”), located on the right wall of the freezer door, stops the ice maker from producing ice if the door is open or the storage bin is removed.
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B
■To turn on the ice maker, slide the control to the ON (left) position.
■To manually turn off the ice maker, slide the control to the OFF (right) position.
NOTE: The ice maker has an automatic shutoff to keep the storage bin from overfilling during normal operation. The ice maker sensors will automatically stop ice production, but the control will remain in the ON (left) position.
Removing and Replacing Ice Storage Bin:
1.Press down the release lever and tilt the bucket outward. Use both hands to hold the base of the storage bin, then lift it up and out.
A.On/Off switch
B.Sensor cover
2.Replace the bin by sliding it onto the door, then tilting it back into an upright position. The release lever will click when the bin is securely in place.
Style 2
Turning the Ice Maker On/Off:
■To turn ON the ice maker, simply lower the wire shutoff arm.
■To manually turn off the ice maker, lift the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click. Ice can still be dispensed, but no more can be made.
NOTE: The ice maker has an automatic shutoff to keep the storage bin from overfilling during normal operation. As ice is made, the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin, and the ice cubes will raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position. Do not force the wire shutoff arm up or down.
Removing and Replacing Ice Storage Bin:
1.Pull the covering panel up from the bottom.
2.Lift the wire shutoff arm so it clicks into the OFF (up) position.
3.Lift up the front of the storage bin and pull it out.
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4.Replace the bin by pushing it in all the way or the dispenser will not work.
5.To restart ice production, push the wire shutoff arm down to the ON position. Make sure the door is closed tightly.
WaterFiltrationSystem
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.
Water Filter Status Light
The water filter status light will help you know when to change your water filter.
■When the dispenser control panel’s water filter status display changes to “ORDER,” this tells you that it is almost time to change the water filter cartridge.
■Replace the water filter cartridge when the water filter status display changes to “REPLACE.”
If water flow to your water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably, change the filter sooner. The filter should be replaced at least every 6 months, depending on your water quality and usage.
■After changing the water filter, reset the status light by pressing and holding the FILTER button for 3 seconds. When the system is reset, the “ORDER” and “REPLACE” icons will disappear from the display screen.
Changing the Water Filter
1.Locate the water filter in the top-right corner of the refrigerator compartment.
2.Lift open the filter cover door. The filter will be released and then eject as the door is opened.
3.When the door is completely open, pull the filter straight out.
NOTE: There may be some water in the filter. Some spilling may occur. Use a towel to wipe up any spills.
4.Take the new filter out of its packaging and remove the covers from the O-rings. Be sure the O-rings are still in place after the covers are removed.
5.With the arrow pointing up, align the new filter with the filter housing and slide it into place. The filter cover door will automatically begin to close as the new filter is inserted.
6.Close the filter cover door completely in order to snap the filter into place. You may need to press hard.
7.Flush the water system. See “Water and Ice Dispensers.”
REFRIGERATOR CARE
Cleaning
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to avoid buildup of odors. Wipe up spills immediately.
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 avoid odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.
To Clean Your Refrigerator:
NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools.
1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.
3.Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.
4.There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal home operating environments. If the environment is particularly greasy or dusty, or there is significant pet traffic in the home, the condenser should be cleaned every 2 to
3 months to ensure maximum efficiency. If you need to clean the condenser:
■Remove the base grille. See the “Door Removal” instructions, either in the User Instructions or the separate instruction sheet provided with your refrigerator.
■Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush to clean the grille, the open areas behind the grille and the front surface area of the condenser.
■Replace the base grille when finished.
5.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
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ChangingtheLightBulbs
NOTE: Not all bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape and wattage.
■The dispenser lights are LEDs that cannot be changed.
■On some models, the interior lights are LEDs that cannot be changed.
■On some models, the interior lights require a 40-watt bulb.
1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.Remove light shield when applicable.
NOTE: To clean the light shield, wash it with warm water and liquid detergent. Rinse and dry the shield well.
3.Remove light bulb and replace with one of the same size, shape and wattage.
4.Replace light shield when applicable.
5.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
In the U.S.A., www.whirlpool.com In Canada, www.whirlpool.ca
RefrigeratorOperation
The refrigerator will not operate
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.
■Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
■Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is working.
■Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
■Are controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on. See “Using the Controls.”
■New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool completely.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting will not cool either compartment more quickly.
The motor seems to run too much
Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its high-efficiency compressor and fans. The refrigerator may run even longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors are opened often, or if the doors have been left open.
The refrigerator is noisy
Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are listed some normal sounds with an explanation.
■Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker
■Clicking/Snapping - valves opening or closing
■Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance
■Rattling - flow of refrigerant, water line, or from items placed on top of the refrigerator
■Sizzling/Gurgling - water dripping on the heater during defrost cycle
■Popping - contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially during initial cool-down
■Water running - may be heard when ice melts during the defrost cycle and water runs into the drain pan
■Creaking/Cracking - occurs as ice is being ejected from the ice maker mold.
The doors will not close completely
■Door blocked open? Move food packages away from door.
■Bin or shelf in the way? Push bin or shelf back in the correct position.
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