Whirlpool GT22DKXGW01, ET21UMXGW00, ET18MMXJT00 Owner’s Manual
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TOP-MOUNT
REFRIGERATOR
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TABLEOFCONTENTS
TABLEDES MATIERES
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ..........................................................3
INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR .......................................4
Unpacking Your Refrigerator.......................................................4
Space Requirements....................................................................4
ElectricalRequirements...............................................................5
Connecting the Refrigerator to aWater Source .......................... 5
Base Grille .................................................................................... 6
Refrigerator Doors: Removing, Reversing and Replacing ........... 7
Door Closing and Alignment ........................................................ 8
Understanding Sounds You May Hear ........................................ 9
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ................................................. 9
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation .................................................... 9
Setting the Control(s) ................................................................. 10
Adjusting Control Settings ......................................................... 10
REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ................................................... 11
Refrigerator Shelves ................................................................... 11
Lateral Adjustable Shelf ............................................................. 11
Meat Drawer and Cover ............................................................. 12
Chilled Meat Drawer ................................................................... 12
Crisper and Crisper Cover ......................................................... 12
Crisper Humidity Control ........................................................... 13
Utility or Egg Bin......................................................................... 13
Wine or Can/Bottle Rack ........................................................... 13
FREEZER FEATURES ..............................................................13
Ice Maker .................................................................................... 13
Freezer Shelf .............................................................................. 14
Adjustable Half-width
Freezer Shelf .............................................................................. 14
Pull-out Freezer Floor ................................................................. 14
DOOR FEATURES .................................................................... 15
Door Rails ................................................................................... 15
Door Bins .................................................................................... 15
Can Rack .................................................................................... 15
Adjustable Utility Compartment & Tray ..................................... 15
Flip-up Door Shelf ...................................................................... 15
CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR ................................... 16
Cleaning Your Refrigerator ......................................................... 16
Changing the Light Bulbs ........................................................... 16
Power Interruptions .................................................................... 16
Vacation and Moving Care ......................................................... 17
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................... 17
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ..................................................... 19
WARRANTY ............................................................................. 20
SECURITE DU REFRIGERATEUR ........................................... 21
INSTALLATION DU RE_FRIGERATEUR ................................... 22
Deballage de votre refrigerateur ................................................ 22
Espacement requis ..................................................................... 22
Specifications electriques .......................................................... 23
Raccordement du rdrigerateur a une canalisation d'eau .........23
Grille de la base .......................................................................... 24
Portes du rdrigerateur :
Demontage, inversion et reinstallation ....................................... 25
Fermeture et alignement des portes .......................................... 27
Les bruits de I'appareil que vous pouvez entendre ................... 27
UTILISATION DU RE_FRIGCRATEUR ....................................... 28
Pour s'assurer d'une circulation d'air appropriee ...................... 28
Reglage des commandes .......................................................... 28
Ajustement des reglages de commande ................................... 28
CARACTERISTIQUES DU REFRIGERATEUR ......................... 29
Tablettes du rdrigerateur ........................................................... 29
Tabiette a reglage lateral ............................................................ 30
Tiroir a viande et couvercie ........................................................ 30
Tiroir a viande refrigere ............................................................... 31
Bac a legumes et couvercle ....................................................... 31
Regiage de i'humidite dans ies bacs a legumes ....................... 31
Casier utilitaire ou oeufrier .......................................................... 32
Casier a vin ou porte-cannettes ................................................. 32
CARACTERISTIQUES DU CONGI_LATEUR ............................ 32
Machine a giaqons ..................................................................... 32
Ciayette de congelateur ............................................................. 33
Clayette ajustable demi-largeur
pour congelateur ........................................................................ 33
Plancher de congelateur coulissant ........................................... 33
CARACTI_RISTIQUES DE LA PORTE ...................................... 34
Tringles darts la porte ................................................................. 34
Baiconnets .................................................................................. 34
Porte-cannettes .......................................................................... 34
Compartiment utilitaire et plateau reglables .............................. 34
Tablette de porte relevabie ........................................................ 34
ENTRETIEN DE VOTRE RE_FRIGI_RATEUR ............................ 35
Nettoyage du refrigerateur ......................................................... 35
Remplacement des ampoules d'eclairage ................................ 35
Pannes de courant ..................................................................... 36
Entretien avant les vacances ou lots d'un demenagement ....... 36
DEPANNAGE ............................................................................. 36
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ...................................................... 39
GARANTIE ................................................................................. 40
2
REFRIGERATORSAFETY
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 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
This is the safety alert symbol.
"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
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, 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 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).
• Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice or water
(on some models).
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Proper Disposal ofYourOld Refrigerator
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 'lust a few days." Ifyou 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.
INSTALLINGYOUR
REFRIGERATOR
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Remove shelves from the shipping position (shelves are
shipped upside down):
IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm water when
they are cold. Shelves 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.
NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when removing
them to avoid impact from dropping.
1. Grasp the front of the upper shelf with one hand and use the
other hand to remove packing material from the shelf area.
2. Lower the front of the upper shelf until shelf hooks can be
removed from the shelf supports and pull the shelf forward.
3. Flip the shelf over and insert the rear shelf hooks into the
shelf supports. Tilt the front of shelf up until rear shelf hooks
drop into the shelf supports.
4. Lower the front of the shelf and check to make sure that it is
securely in position.
Removing packaging materials
• Remove tape and any labels from your refrigerator before
using (except the model and serial number label).
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly
with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be easily
removed by rubbing 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" section.
• On some models, shelves, bins, door shelf rails, and other
feature parts may be packaged in the Interior FeaturePak.
Follow the instructions contained in the package for proper
assembly
IMPORTANT:
• Depending on your model, do not remove any permanent
instruction labels inside your refrigerator or the Tech Sheet
that is fastened behind the base grille.
Depending on your model, do not remove the white
Styrofoam insert that is located behind the control panel on
the ceiling of the refrigerator. The insert is part of the
refrigerator and not part of the packing material. If the insert
is removed, ice may migrate down from the freezer and cause
icicles to form.
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 wig@e or "walk" the refrigerator when trying to move
it, as floor damage could occur.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.
Toensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a .5
in. (1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top.
2" (5.08era)
If your refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you leave
some extra space at the back for the water line connections.
The refrigerator can be flush against the back wall ifyou do
not have an ice maker installed.
• If you are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave
2 in. (5.08 cm) minimum on each side (depending on your
model) to allow for the door to swing open.
NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or
other heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall
below 55°F (13°C).
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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 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 ampere 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, turn the control, (Thermostat, Refrigerator
or Freezer Control depending on the model) to OFF and then
disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you
are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source
and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control
depending on the model) to the desired setting.
Tools required:
• Standard screwdriver
• 7A6in. and _/2in. open-end wrenches or two adjustable
wrenches
• _/4in. nut driver
• _/4in. drill bit
• Hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded)
NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a
V4in. (6.35 mm) saddle-type shut-off valve, a union, and copper
tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve
complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-
type or 3/_6in. (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow
and clogs more easily.
Cold water supply
The ice maker water valve contains a flow washer which is used
as a water pressure regulator. The ice maker needs to be
connected to a cold water line with water pressure between 30
and 120 psi. If a problem occurs, call your utility company.
Connecting 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. Locate a _/2in. to 1V4in. (12.7 mm to 3.18 cm) vertical COLD
water pipe near the refrigerator.
NOTE: 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 V4in. (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 V4in. hole in the cold water pipe
you have selected.
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Read all directions carefully before you begin.
IMPORTANT:
• If operating the refrigerator before installing the water
connection, turn ice maker to the OFF position to prevent
operation without water.
• All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing
code requirements.
• Use copper tubing and check for leaks.
• Install copper tubing only in areas where temperatures will
remain above freezing.
• It may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to begin
producing ice.
1. Cold Water Pipe
2. Pipe Clamp
3. Copper Tubing
4. Compression Nut
5. Compression Sleeve
6. Shut-Oft Valve
7. Packing Nut
Fasten shut-off valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be
sure outlet end is solidly in the 1/4in. drilled hole in the water
pipe and that washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten
packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and
evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten
or you may crush the copper tubing, especially if soft (coiled)
copper tubing is used. Now you are ready to connect the
copper tubing.
7. Slipcompressionsleeveandcompressionnutoncopper
tubingasshown.Insertendoftubingintooutletendsquarely
asfarasitwillgo.Screwcompressionnutontooutletend
withadjustablewrench.Donotovertighten.
8. Placethefreeendorthetubingintoacontainerorsink,and
turnONmainwatersupplyandflushouttubinguntilwateris
clear.TurnOFFshut-offvalveonthewaterpipe.Coilcopper
tubing.
Connectingto refrigerator:
1. Attach the copper 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
refrigerator to secure the tubing to the refrigerator as shown.
This will help prevent damage to the tubing when the
refrigerator is pushed back against the wall. Move to step 2.
2. Turn shut-off valve ON. Check for leaks. Tighten any
connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that
leak.
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To remove the base grille:
1. Open the refrigerator door.
2. Grasp the grille with both hands.
3. Lift up and tilt the bottom of the grille toward you.
NOTE: Do not remove the Tech Sheet that is fastened behind the
grille.
To replace the base grille:
1. Open the refrigerator door.
2. Place upper clips in openings in the metal panel.
3. Roll the grille down toward the refrigerator until it snaps into
place.
1. Tube Clamp
2. Copper Tubing
3. Compression Nut
4. Valve Inlet
The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If
local water conditions require periodic cleaning or a well is
your source of water supply, a second water strainer should
be installed in the ¼ in. (6.35 mm) water line. Obtain a water
strainer from your nearest appliance dealer. Install at either
tube connection.
4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
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TOOLS NEEDED: %6 in. hex-head socket wrench, No. 2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, %6 in. open-end wrench, flat 2 in.
putty knife.
IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFE unplug refrigerator or disconnect power• Remove food and any
adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
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!. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs
Top Hinge
1. Top Hinge Cover
2 "%," Hex-Head Hinge Screws
3 Top Hinge
I
1. Door Hinge Hole Plug
2
1. Flat-Head Handle Screws
2. Freezer Handle
I
Center Hinge
1. Center Hinge
2 54j' Hex-Head Hinge Screws
Bottom Hinge
1 Bottom Hinge
2 _/_G"Hex-Head Hinge Screws
!. Door Handle Sealing Screws
Front View Side View
I Door Stop Screw 1 2
2. Door Stop
I Door Handle
Screw Cover
I
1. Door Handle
Sea! Screw Front
3
I. Flat-Head
Handle Screw
2. Refrigerator Handle
3 Handle Screw
Door and hinge removal
5A6" Hex Head Hinge Screw
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Open refrigerator door and remove base grille from the
bottom front of the refrigerator (see Base Grille graphic).
3. Close the refrigerator door and keep both doors closed until
you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the
hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets
to hold the doors 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 cabinet.
6. Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center
Hinge graphic.
7. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.
8. Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the
Bottom Hinge graphic.
IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your doors so that they
open in the opposite direction, follow these steps. If you are
not reversing the doors, see "Door and hinge replacement".
Door reversal (optional)
Door Stop Screw
Door Hand/e Sealing Screw
Flat-Head Hand/e Screw
Door Handle Seal Screw Front
Cabinet
1. Remove %6 in hex head hinge screws from handle side and
move them to opposite side (see Graphic 1-1).
21 Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top and move
them to opposite side hinge holes as shown (see Graphic 1-
2).
Freezer door
1. Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts
together (see Graphic 2).
2. Remove door hinge hole plug. Move to opposite side as
shown (see Graphic 3).
3. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side
of freezer door as shown (see Graphic 4).
4. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of freezer door as
shown (see Graphic 5).
5. Position freezer handle on opposite side of freezer door.
Assemble handles on door as shown (see Graphic 2),
6. Tighten all screws. Set aside door until hinges and refrigerator
compartment door are in place,
Door Hinge Hole Plug
Cabinet Hinge Hole P/ug
Door Handle Screw Cover
Round-Head Handle Screw
Refrigerator door
1. Remove refrigerator handle bottom trim, For Style 1, remove
the handle screw cover (see Graphic 6-1). For Style 2, slide
trim down as shown (see Graphic 6-2).
2. Remove refrigerator handle assembly as shown. Keep all
parts together (see Graphic 6-3).
3. Remove door hinge hole plug from refrigerator door. Move to
opposite side hinge hole as shown (see Graphic 3).
4. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side
of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 4).
5. Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side
of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 7).
6. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door
as shown (see Graphic 5).
7. Position refrigerator handle on opposite side of the
refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 6-3). Drive top two
screws in handle first. Align lower portion of handle and drive
bottom screw.
8. Align refrigerator bottom trim. For Style 1, replace the door
handle screw cover (see Graphic 6-1). For Style 2, slide trim
into place (see Graphic 6-2).
9. Tighten all screws. Set aside refrigerator door until bottom
hinge is installed on product.
Door and hinge replacement
Note: Graphic may be reversed if door swing is reversed.
1. Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown. Tighten
screws.
2. Replace the refrigerator door.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the
hinges are being moved, Do not depend on the door magnets
to hold the doors in place while you are working.
3. Assemble the parts for the center hinge as shown and tighten
all screws (see Center Hinge graphic).
4. Replace the freezer door.
5. Assemble the parts of the top hinge as shown (see Top Hinge
graphic). Do not tighten screws completely.
6. Line up the doors so that the bottom of the freezer door
aligns evenly with the top of the refrigerator door. Tighten all
screws.
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),
2. Replace the base grille (see Base Grille graphic).
3. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
4. Reset the controls (see "Setting the Controls" section).
5. Return all removable door parts to doors and food to product.
Door Closing
Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers - one on the right
and one on the left. if your refrigerator seems unsteady or you
want the doors to close easier, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using
the instructions below:
1. Plug refrigerator power cord into a 3 prong grounded outlet.
Move the refrigerator into its final position.
2. Remove the base grille (see "Base Grille" earlier in this
section). The two leveling screws are part of the front roller
assemblies which are at the base of the refrigerator on either
side.
Useascrewdrivertoadjustthelevelingscrews.Turnthe
levelingscrewtotherighttoraisethatsideoftherefrigerator
orturnthelevelingscrewtothelefttolowerthatside.Itmay
takeseveralturnsofthelevelingscrewstoadjustthetiltof
therefrigerator.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the
refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws and
rollers. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.
41 Open both doors again and check to make sure that they
close as easily as you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly
more to the rear by turning both leveling screws to the right. It
may take several more turns, and you should turn both
leveling screws the same amount.
5. Replace the base grille.
Door Alignment
If the space between your doors looks uneven, you can adjust it
using the instructions below:
1. Pry off the top hinge cover.
2. Loosen the top hinge screws using a %6-inch socket or
wrench.
3. Have someone hold the door in place or put a spacer
between the doors while you tighten the top hinge screws.
4. Replace the top hinge cover.
• You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air
through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
• 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.
USINGYOUR
REFRIGERATOR
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 through the bottom of the freezer
section and moves up. Most of the air then flows through the
freezer section vents and recirculates under the freezer floor. The
rest of the air enters the refrigerator section through the top vent.
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, like the floor, walls, and cabinets, can make the sounds
seem louder than they actually are. The following describes the
kinds of sounds and what may be making them.
• If your product 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.
• The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost cycle
begins and ends. Also, the Thermostat Control (or
Refrigerator Control depending on the model) will click when
cycling on and off.
• Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the
water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator.
• Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep
your food items at the desired temperature. The high
efficiency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run
longer than your old one, and you may hear a pulsating or
high-pitched sound.
• Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle
may cause a sizzling sound.
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.
Foryourconvenience,the refrigerator controls are preset at
the factory. Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are located
in the top of the refrigerator section.
When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the
control(s) are still preset. The control(s) should be at the
"mid-settings" as shown for each style of control.
Mid-setting "3"
OFF
5 1
COLDfS_
NOR3AL
Mid-setting "3"
WA"ME"
_ WARM_
Mid-setting "4"
REFRIGERATOR
NOTE: To turn your refrigerator off, turn the refrigerator control to
the word OFF or until the word OFF appears, as shown below.
Your product will not cool when the refrigerator control is set to
OFE
Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding
food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the
refrigerator. The "mid-settings" indicated in the previous section
should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage. The
controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like
and when ice cream is firm.
For models with two controls:
The Refrigerator Control functions as the thermostat for the entire
product (refrigerator and freezer sections). The higher the number
setting, the longer the compressor will run to keep the
temperature colder. The Freezer Control adjusts the cold air flow
from the freezer to the refrigerator.
If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer,
start by adjusting the refrigerator first. Wait 24 hours after the
refrigerator adjustment to check the freezer temperature. If it is
too warm or too cold, then adjust the Freezer Control as well.
For models with a single control:
The Temperature Control functions as the thermostat for the
entire product (refrigerator and freezer sections). The higher the
number setting, the longer the compressor will run to keep the
temperature colder.
Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. Always
remember to wait at least 24 hours between adjustments.
RECOMMENDED
CONDITION/REASON: ADJ USTMENT:
REFRIGERATOR section Turn
too warm REFRIGERATOR
Control or
• Door opened often TEMPERATURE
• Large amount of food added Control to next
higher number, wait
• Room temperature very warm 24 hours, then re-
check
• Blocked air stream Move items out of
air stream
Give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before
adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into
the refrigerator.
IMPORTANT: If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled
completely, your food may spoil. Turning the Refrigerator or
Freezer Control(s) to a higher (colder) than recommended
setting will not cool the compartments any faster.
On models with two controls, the Freezer Control functions as an
airflow director. Setting "1" will direct more of the cold air into the
refrigerator section, while setting "5" (or "T' depending on your
model) will direct more of the cold air into the freezer section. The
cold air flows from the freezer compartment through the top vent
into your fresh food section (see diagram in the "Ensuring Proper
Air Circulation" section). On models with one control, the airflow
does not require adjustment.
FREEZER section too warm/ice not
made fast enough
• Door opened often
• Large amount of food added
• Very cold room temperature (can't
cycle often enough)
• Heavy ice usage
• Blocked air stream
Turn FREEZER
Control or
TEMPERATURE
Control to next
higher number, wait
24 hours, then re-
check
Move items out of
air stream
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CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:
REFRIGERATOR section Turn
too cold REFRIGERATOR
• Controls not set correctly for your TEMPERATURE
conditions Control to next
• Blocked air stream Move items out of
FREEZER section too cold
• Controls not set correctly for your
conditions
RECOMMENDED
Control or
lower number, wait
24 hours, then re-
check
air stream
Turn FREEZER
Control or
TEMPERATURE
Control to next
lower number, wait
24 hours, then re-
check
To remove and replace a shelf in a metal frame:
1. Pull the shelf forward to the stop.
2. Tilt the front of the shelf up and lift it slightly as you pull the
shelf from the frame.
3. Replace the shelf by guiding it back into the slots on the
frame and pushing the shelf in past the stop.
Shelves and Shelf Frames
To remove and replace a shelf/frame:
11 Remove the shelf/frame by tilting it up at the front and lifting it
out of the shelf supports.
2. Replace the shelf/frame by guiding the rear shelf hooks into
the shelf supports. Tilt the front of the shelf up until rear shelf
hooks drop into the shelf supports.
3. Lower the front of the shelf and check to make sure that the
shelf is securely in position.
• Blocked air stream Move items out of
air stream
REFRIGERATOR
FEATURES
Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that
can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled
with the word "Accessory." Not all accessories will fit all models.
If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please
call the toll-free number on the cover or in the "Assistance or
Service" section.
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your
individual storage needs. Your model may have glass or wire
shelves.
Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and
adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will make
finding the exact item you want easier. It will also reduce the
amount of time the refrigerator door is open, and save energy.
IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm water when
they are cold. Shelves 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.
NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when removing
them to avoid impact from dropping.
Slide-out Shelves (on some models)
• To slide out shelf, carefully pull front of shelf toward you.
• To slide in shelf, push shelf in until it stops.
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To slide the shelf from side to side:
1. Lift up on the front of shelf and slide to the desired location.
2. Lower shelf to the level position.
NOTE: You do not have to remove small items from the shelf
before moving it from side to side. You may need to remove larger
items.
To remove the shelf:
NOTE: The shelf is heavy and must be removed using both
hands.
1. Hold the back of the shelf with one hand.
2. Lift the front of the shelf with the other hand to a 45° angle
and lower it slightly to release it from the upper channel of the
track. Pull the shelf straight out.
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To remove and replace the shelf track:
1. Remove the shelf track by lifting both sides of the track
slightly and pulling the track straight out.
2. Replace the track by guiding the track hooks into the shelf
support slots on the back wall.
NOTE: Make sure that both sets of track hooks are in the
slots and that the slots are parallel with each other.
3. Push the track back and down securely into the shelf
supports.
To replace the shelf:
NOTE: Make sure that both of the rear shelf slides are securely in
the track before letting go of the shelf. The lateral shelf may be
difficult to install if the track is placed too close to the refrigerator
ceiling. Reposition the track on a lower rung until the shelf can be
tilted enough to easily slide into the track.
1. Hold the shelf at the front and tip the front at a 45 °angle to
the track.
2. Insert both of the rear shelf slides into the upper channel of
the track, and lower the front of the shelf into place.
3. Lower cover into place and replace the meat drawer.
To adjust the meat drawer temperature:
• Slide the meat drawer temperature control forward to make
the meat drawer less cold.
• Slide the meat drawer temperature control backward to make
the meat drawer colder.
To remove and replace the meat drawer (all styles):
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 (Style 1 glass):
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.
IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass meat drawer covers with warm
water when they are cold, Glass meat drawer 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,
NOTE: Glass meat drawer covers are heavy, Use special care
when removing them to avoid impact from dropping,
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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 ..................................................................... 1-2 days
Ground beef .............................................................. 1-2 days
Variety meats (liver, heart, etc.) .................................. 1-2 days
Cold cuts ................................................................... 3-5 days
Steaks/roasts ............................................................ 3-5 days
Cured meats ............................................................ 7-10 days
Leftovers - Cover leftovers with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or
plastic containers with tight lids.
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 and replace the meat drawer cover (Style 2
plastic):
11 Remove the meat drawer. Tilt the cover up at the front and
pull it forward and out.
2. Replace the meat drawer cover by fitting the notches and rear
edge of the cover over rear and center crossbars on the shelf.
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IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass crisper covers with warm water
when they are cold. Glass crisper 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.
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