Whirlpool WRR56X18FW Maintance Manual

User Guide

Refrigerator

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY ...........................................................................................1

Proper Disposal of Your Old

Freezer or Refrigerator .................................................................2

INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ..........................................3

Unpacking ....................................................................................3

Location Requirements ................................................................3

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

Refrigerator Door ..........................................................................4

Refrigerator Leveling and Door Closing .......................................6

Normal Sounds ............................................................................6

OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ...........................................7

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation ....................................................7

Using the Control .........................................................................7

Key Eject Lock .............................................................................8

Refrigerator Features ...................................................................8

CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR ......................................... 9

Cleaning Your Refrigerator ...........................................................9

Changing the Light Bulb ..............................................................9

Power Interruptions ......................................................................9

Vacation and Moving Care .........................................................10

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................10

Refrigerator Operation ...............................................................10

WARRANTY ..................................................................................12

SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

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

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

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

These words mean:

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

DANGER

follow instructions.

You

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

WARNING

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

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instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

■ 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.

■ Connect to a potable water supply only.

■ Use nonflammable cleaner.

■ Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,

away from refrigerator.

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

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

■ 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).

■ This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

■ Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not

play with the appliance.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings: WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other

reproductive harm.

Proper Disposal of Your Old Freezer or Refrigerator

WARNING

Suffocation Hazard

Remove doors or lid from your old freezer or refrigerator.

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

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

Before You Throw Away Your Old Freezer or Refrigerator:

■ Take off the doors or lid.

■ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily

climb inside.

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.

INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Unpacking

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.

Remove Packaging Materials

■ 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 the “Safety” section.

When Moving Your Refrigerator:

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage. 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.

Clean Before Using

After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in the “Caring For Your Refrigerator” section.

Important information to know about glass shelves and covers:

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

Location Requirements

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.

Ventilation and Clearance

■ Keep ﬂammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,

away from refrigerator.

■ Do not cover the refrigerator with items such as blankets,

sheets, tablecloths, etc. This reduces air circulation.

■ Allow at least 1" (2.5 cm) between the back of the refrigerator

and the wall. If the refrigerator is to be next to a ﬁxed wall, leave extra space on the hinge side so the door can open wider.

Temperature

Your refrigerator operates most efﬁciently when located in an area where the temperature will not fall below 40°F (5°C). Place your refrigerator in a location where the temperature will not fall below this recommended temperature.

Upon Moving to Final Location

NOTE: This refrigerator may be installed side by side with

another freezer or refrigerator. Allow for a 1" (2.54 cm) space behind the refrigerator and a 1/4" (6.4 mm) clearance between the appliances.

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

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

Refrigerator Door

Tools Needed: 5/16" hex-head socket wrench, 3/8" hex-head

socket wrench, ﬂat 2" putty knife

IMPORTANT:

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

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

■ All graphics referenced in the following instructions are

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

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

adjustable door or utility bins from door.

Remove and Replace the Handle

To Remove the Handle:

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

end. See “Handle” graphic.

2. Remove the handle from the grommets.

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 and hold TEMP SETTING for 3 seconds to turn off cooling, and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source.

To Replace the Handle:

1. Place the handle onto the grommets, making sure the

grommets are ﬁtted into the handle holes.

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

provided. See “Handle” graphic. Do not over-tighten the setscrews.

Remove Door and Hinges

Hinge screws

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Keep the refrigerator door closed until you are ready to lift

it free from the cabinet. NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while

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

3. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in “Top Hinge”

graphic.

4. Lift the refrigerator door free from the lower hinge and cabinet

and set aside.

5. Remove the 4 hex-head hinge screws and bottom hinge

assembly. See “Bottom Hinge” graphic.

Replace Door and Hinges

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

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

tighten screws. See “Bottom Hinge” graphic. Replace the refrigerator door.

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

2. Assemble the parts of the top hinge as shown in the “Top

Hinge” graphic. Do not tighten the screws completely.

Final Steps

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

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

1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

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

3. Return all removable door parts to door and food

to refrigerator.

Handle

A. Grommet B. Handle C. Setscrews

Door Removal and Replacement

Top Hinge

A. Top Hinge Cover

/16"

Hex-Head Hinge Screws

C. Top Hinge

Bottom Hinge

A. Hinge Pin

/8"

Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Refrigerator Leveling and Door Closing

Your refrigerator has two front adjustable legs — one on each side. The back of the refrigerator rests on two ﬁxed rollers. The base grille covers the adjustable brake feet and roller assemblies located at the bottom of the refrigerator below the refrigerator door. Before making any adjustments, remove the base grille and move the refrigerator to its ﬁnal location.

Tools Needed: 1/4" hex driver, Phillips screwdriver

1. Remove the base grille screws. Grasp the grille ﬁrmly and

pull it toward you. Open the refrigerator door to access the brake feet.

NOTE: To allow the refrigerator to roll more easily, raise the brake feet by turning them counterclockwise. The front rollers will be touching the ﬂoor.

2. Move the refrigerator to its ﬁnal location.

3. Lower the brake feet, by turning them clockwise, until the

rollers are off the ﬂoor and both brake feet are snug against the ﬂoor. This keeps the refrigerator from rolling forward when opening the refrigerator door.

IMPORTANT: If you need to make further adjustments involving the brake feet, you must turn both brake feet the same amount to keep the refrigerator level.

4. Make sure the door closes easily. If you are satisﬁed

with the door opening and closing, skip the next section. If, however, the door does not close easily or the door pops open, adjust the tilt.

To Adjust the Cabinet Tilt:

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator

takes some weight off the brake feet. This makes it easier to turn them.

■ Open the refrigerator door. Use a

brake feet clockwise the same amount. This will raise the front of the refrigerator. It may take several turns to allow the door to close more easily.

/4" hex driver to turn both

5. Make sure the refrigerator is steady. If the refrigerator seems

unsteady or rolls forward when the door is pulled open, adjust the brake feet.

To Steady the Refrigerator:

■ Open the refrigerator door. Using a

/4" hex driver, turn both brake feet clockwise the same amount until the brake feet are snug against the ﬂoor. Check again. If not satisﬁed, continue to adjust the brake feet by half turns of the screw until the refrigerator does not roll forward when the door is opened.

6. Replace the base grille by aligning the ends of the grille with

the leveling assemblies on each side and snapping the grille into place. Reinstall the Phillips screws.

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, like the ﬂoor, walls, and cabinets, can make the sounds seem louder. The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them.

■ 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.

■ You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating air through

the refrigerator compartment. The fan speed may increase as you open the doors or add warm food.

■ Rattling noises may come from the ﬂow of refrigerant 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.

A. Brake foot B. Front roller

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OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation

In order to ensure proper temperature, you need to permit proper airﬂow in the refrigerator. As shown in the illustration, cool air enters from the refrigerator wall and moves down. The air then recirculates through the vent near the bottom.

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

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

Using the Control

■ The preset temperature setting should be correct for normal

household usage. The control is set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like.

■ When the refrigerator is ﬁrst started, the compressor will run

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

■ The outside of your refrigerator may feel warm. This is normal.

The refrigerator’s design and main function is to remove heat from packages and air space inside the refrigerator. The heat is transferred to the room air, making the outside of the refrigerator feel warm.

Adjusting Control

If you need to adjust the temperature in the refrigerator compartment, press TEMP SETTING to display the desired temperature setting from the snowﬂake on the left (least cold) to the snowﬂake on the right (coldest).

NOTE: Except when starting the refrigerator, do not adjust the control more than one setting at a time. Wait 24 hours between adjustments for the temperature to stabilize.

Cooling On/Off

Your refrigerator will not cool when cooling is turned off. To turn cooling off, press and hold TEMP SETTING for 3 seconds.

In the Off condition, none of the lights on the control panel will be illuminated. The main refrigerator light bulb will still operate.

To turn cooling on, press and hold TEMP SETTING for 3 seconds. When cooling is ON, the control panel lights will be illuminated.

The temperature control is located at the top front of the refrigerator compartment.

Temperature Control

For your convenience, the temperature control is preset at the factory. When you ﬁrst install your refrigerator, check that the control is still set to the recommended setting as shown.

Recommended setting is the center snowﬂake.

IMPORTANT:

■ The recommended setting is designed to maintain the

temperature at or near 37°F (3°C) under normal operating conditions.

■ 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 temperature set point to a colder-than recommended setting will not cool the refrigerator any faster.

■ If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator,

ﬁrst check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked before adjusting the control.

Fast Cool

Use this feature to assist with periods of high refrigerator use, full grocery loads or temporarily warm room temperature.

To activate Fast Cool, press TEMP SETTING until all the snowﬂake positions are illuminated simultaneously.

The refrigerator will remain in the Fast Cool setting for 24 hours after the extra-low temperature is reached. Once the time has expired, the refrigerator will return to the previous temperature setting. Fast Cool may be manually turned off by pressing the TEMP SETTING button to select the desired temperature setting from the snowﬂake on the left (least cold) to the snowﬂake on the right (coldest).

Over-Temperature Alert (on some models)

The Over Temperature Alert lets you know if the refrigerator temperature has risen to 54°F (12°C) or higher. This alert feature will sound a continuous alert tone and repeatedly ﬂash a red light on the control panel.

The tone can be turned off by pressing TEMP SETTING on the control panel once. As you press TEMP SETTING, the red light will then also change from ﬂashing to continuously illuminated. The red light will remain illuminated until the refrigerator temperature falls below 54°F (12°C).

NOTE: If the red light on the control panel is repeatedly ﬂashing, but the alert tone is not sounding, this means that an over temperature condition has occurred but the refrigerator temperature has since returned to below 54°F (12°C). To turn off the red light indicator for this condition, press TEMP SETTING on the control panel once.

Door Ajar Alarm (on some models)

The Door Ajar alarm lets you know when the refrigerator door has been open for 5 minutes or longer and the cooling is turned on. This alarm feature will sound an alert tone that will repeat every 2 minutes. Close the door to turn off the tone. The feature is reset and will reactivate when the door is again left open for 5 minutes.

NOTE: To mute the alert tone while keeping the door open, such as while cleaning the inside of the refrigerator, press TEMP SETTING on the control panel. The alert tone will be temporarily turned off.

Key Eject Lock (on some models)

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

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

NOTE: Keep the key out of the reach of children. Do not keep the key close to the refrigerator.

Refrigerator Features

Important information to know about glass shelves and covers:

Refrigerator Shelves

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

To Remove and Replace a Shelf:

1. Remove the shelf by lifting straight up and pulling the shelf out.

Crisper Drawers

To Remove and Replace a Drawer:

1. Slide drawer straight out to the stop. Lift the front of the

drawer and slide it out the rest of the way.

2. Replace a drawer by sliding it back in, fully past the stop.

Crisper Cover

To Remove the Crisper(s) Cover:

1. Remove crisper(s). Hold the glass, insert ﬁrmly with one hand,

and press up in the center of the glass insert until it rises above the plastic frame. Slowly slide the glass insert forward to remove.

2. Lift the cover frame and remove it.

To Replace Crisper Cover:

1. Fit the back of the cover frame into the supports on the side

walls of the refrigerator. Lower the front of the cover frame into place.

2. Slide the rear of the glass insert into the cover frame and

lower the front into place.

Crisper Humidity Control (on some models)

You can adjust the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper using the settings between “+” and “-”.

“-” (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 in

crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use. Sort and keep berries in original container in crisper.

■ Vegetables with skins: Place in plastic bag or plastic

container and store in crisper.

“+” (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.

Door Bin

To Remove and Replace the Bin:

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

sliding out.

2. Replace the bin by sliding it in above the desired support and

tilting it back into place.

2. Replace the shelf by lowering the shelf onto the supports

on the side wall.

CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Cleaning Your Refrigerator

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

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

Clean the refrigerator about once a month to keep odors from building up. Wipe up spills immediately.

To Clean Your Refrigerator:

1. Press and hold TEMP SETTING for 3 seconds to turn off

cooling.

2. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

3. Remove all removable parts from inside, such as shelves,

crispers, etc.

4. 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.

■ 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. These can scratch or damage materials.

■ To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with

a mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt [26 g to 0.95 L] of water).

5. Replace removable parts.

6. Use the appropriate cleaning method for your exterior ﬁnish. Painted Metal: Wash exteriors with a clean sponge or soft

cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners or cleaners designed for stainless steel. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

7. Clean the condenser coils regularly. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month. This may help save energy.

■ Open the refrigerator door and remove the base grille by

removing 2 Phillips-head screws and pulling the grille toward you.

■ Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean

the condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.

■ Replace the base grille by aligning the ends of the grille

with the leveling assemblies on each side and snapping the grille into place. Reinstall the screws.

8. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

9. Set temperature control to desired setting. See “Using

the Control.”

Changing the Light Bulb

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will ﬁt your freezer. Be sure to

replace the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same size, shape, and wattage.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove the light shield by squeezing the lens from the sides,

pushing back and pulling down.

3. Replace bulb with a 40-watt maximum appliance bulb or

an LED bulb rated for wet/damp locations. NOTE: Some LED replacement light bulbs are not

recommended for wet/damp environments. Refrigerator fresh food and freezer compartments are considered wet/ damp environments. Read and follow all instructions on the LED packaging when replacing the factory-installed LED bulb. A replacement LED bulb can be purchased from an authorized dealer.

4. Replace the light shield.

5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Power Interruptions

If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep the door closed to help food stay cold and frozen.

If the power will be out for more than 24 hours, consume or can perishable food at once.

REMEMBER: If the condition of the food is poor, dispose of it.

Vacation and Moving Care

Vacations

If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you’re away, use up any perishables and freeze other items.

If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave, follow these steps.

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.

2. Turn the control to the Off position. See “Using the Control.”

3. Clean refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well.

4. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to

prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold from building up.

Moving

When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move.

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.

2. Turn the control to the Off position. See “Using the Control.”

3. Unplug refrigerator.

4. Empty water from the defrost pan.

5. Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.

6. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them

together so they don’t shift and rattle during the move.

7. Tape the doors shut and the power cord to the refrigerator

cabinet.

When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to “Installing Your Refrigerator” for preparation instructions.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here. If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you avoid a service call, refer to the warranty page in this manual and scan the code there with your mobile device, or visit www.whirlpool.com/product_help for recommendations that may help you avoid a service call. In Canada, visit http://www.whirlpool.ca.

Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

In Canada:

Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Centre 200 – 6750 Century Ave. Mississauga ON L5N 0B7

Refrigerator Operation

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.

PROBLEM RECOMMENDED SOLUTIONS

Refrigerator Will Not Operate

Lights Do Not Work

Water in Defrost Drain Pan

Check that it is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Check that the temperature control is turned on. Check that the refrigerator is not running an automatic Defrost cycle. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.

Check that it is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Check that the light bulb is tight in the socket and is not burned out.

It is normal for water to drip into the defrost drain pan when refrigerator is defrosting. When humidity is high, it is normal for water in the defrost pan to take longer to evaporate.

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

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

PROBLEM RECOMMENDED SOLUTIONS

Motor Seems to Run Too Much

Temperature Is Too Warm

The Door Will Not Close Completely or Is Difﬁcult to Open

Noisy Refrigerator Makes Loud

Buzzing/Clicking Sound

Check that door closes properly. Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator, causing the unit to run longer to cool back

down. If this is the situation, wait approximately 6 to 8 hours to allow the refrigerator to reach the correct temperature.

Get all items out at one time, keep food organized and close door as soon as possible. Check that the condenser coils are clean. Check that space around refrigerator meets air circulation requirements. See “Location

Requirements.” Warmer-than-normal room temperature will cause the motor to run longer. NOTE: If none of the above, your new refrigerator will run longer than your old one due to its

high-efﬁciency motor. Check that air vents are clear. See “Ensuring Proper Air Circulation” for air vent locations.

Get all items out at one time, keep food organized, and close door as soon as possible. Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator, causing the refrigerator to run longer to

cool back down. Check that the temperature control is set correctly for surrounding conditions.

Check that there are no food packages blocking the door. On some models, check that the crisper covers, pans, shelves, bins, and baskets are in the

correct position. Check that gaskets are clean. See the “Caring for Your Refrigerator” section. Check that the refrigerator is stable. See “Refrigerator Leveling and Door Closing.”

The sounds may be normal. See “Normal Sounds.” If the refrigerator has recently been plugged in or turned on following a defrost or product move, or

if there has been an extended power failure, turn off the temperature alarm for the next 24 hours. Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. It can take several hours for the refrigerator

to return to normal temperature. Turn the temperature alarm off for the next 24 hours.

ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE. PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE.

WHIRLPOOL®

MAJOR APPLIANCE

LIMITED WARRANTY

Please have the following information available when you call the Customer eXperience Center:

■ Name, address and telephone number

■ Model number and serial number

■ A clear, detailed description of the problem

■ Proof of purchase including dealer or retailer name and address

IF YOU NEED SERVICE:

1. Before contacting us to arrange service, please determine whether your product requires repair. Some

questions can be addressed without service. Please take a few minutes to review the Troubleshooting or Problem Solver section of the Use and Care Guide, scan the QR code on the right to access additional resources, or visit www.whirlpool.com/product_help.

2. All warranty service is provided exclusively by our authorized Whirlpool Service Providers. In the U.S. and

Canada, direct all requests for warranty service to:

Whirlpool Customer eXperience Center

In the U.S.A., call 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.

If outside the 50 United States or Canada, contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine whether another warranty applies.

www.whirlpool.com/product_help

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

WHAT IS COVERED WHAT IS NOT COVERED

For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for Factory Speciﬁed Replacement Parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this major appliance was purchased, or at its sole discretion replace the product. In the event of product replacement, your appliance will be warranted for the remaining term of the original unit’s warranty period.

YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. This limited warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada and applies only when the major appliance is used in the country in which it was purchased. This limited warranty is effective from the date of original consumer purchase. Proof of original purchase date is required to obtain service under this limited warranty.

IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or ﬁtness, so this limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

Whirlpool makes no representations about the quality, durability, or need for service or repair of this major appliance other than the representations contained in this warranty. If you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the limited warranty that comes with this major appliance, you should ask Whirlpool or your retailer about buying an extended warranty.

LIMITATION OF REMEDIES; EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. WHIRLPOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

1. Commercial, non-residential, multiple-family use, or use inconsistent with published user, operator or

installation instructions.

2. In-home instruction on how to use your product.

3. Service to correct improper product maintenance or installation, installation not in accordance with

electrical or plumbing codes or correction of household electrical or plumbing (i.e. house wiring, fuses or water inlet hoses).

4. Consumable parts (i.e. light bulbs, batteries, air or water ﬁlters, preservation solutions, etc.).

5. Defects or damage caused by the use of non-genuine Whirlpool parts or accessories.

6. Conversion of products from natural gas or L.P. gas.

7. Damage from accident, misuse, abuse, ﬁre, ﬂoods, acts of God or use with products not approved by

Whirlpool.

8. Repairs to parts or systems to correct product damage or defects caused by unauthorized service,

alteration or modiﬁcation of the appliance.

9. Cosmetic damage including scratches, dents, chips, and other damage to the appliance ﬁnishes

unless such damage results from defects in materials and workmanship and is reported to Whirlpool within 30 days.

10. Discoloration, rust or oxidation of surfaces resulting from caustic or corrosive environments including

but not limited to high salt concentrations, high moisture or humidity or exposure to chemicals.

11. Food or medicine loss due to product failure.

12. Pick-up or delivery. This product is intended for in-home repair.

13. Travel or transportation expenses for service in remote locations where an authorized Whirlpool

servicer is not available.

14. Removal or reinstallation of inaccessible appliances or built-in ﬁxtures (i.e. trim, decorative panels,

ﬂooring, cabinetry, islands, countertops, drywall, etc.) that interfere with servicing, removal or replacement of the product.

15. Service or parts for appliances with original model/serial numbers removed, altered or not easily

determined.

The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the customer.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY

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Guide d’utilisation

Réfrigérateur

Nous vous REMERCIONS d'avoir acheté ce produit de haute qualité. Enregistrer le réfrigérateur sur www.whirlpool.com. Au Canada, enregistrer le réfrigérateur sur www.whirlpool.ca.

Pour référence ultérieure, consignez par écrit les numéros de modèle et de série de votre produit. Vous trouverez les numéros de modèle et de série à l'intérieur du réfrigérateur.

Numéro de modèle___________________________________________ Numéro de série _____________________________________________

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

SÉCURITÉ .....................................................................................13

Mise au rebut de votre vieux

congélateur ou réfrigérateur .......................................................14

INSTALLATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR .......................................15

Déballage ...................................................................................15

Exigences d’emplacement .........................................................15

Spéciﬁcations électriques ..........................................................16

Porte du réfrigérateur .................................................................16

Nivellement du réfrigérateur et fermeture de la porte ...............18

Sons normaux ............................................................................18

UTILISATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ..........................................19

Pour s’assurer d’une circulation d’air appropriée......................19

Utilisation de la commande .......................................................19

Serrure à éjection de clé ............................................................20

Caractéristiques du réfrigérateur ...............................................20

ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ............................................22

Nettoyage du réfrigérateur .........................................................22

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

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

Entretien avant les vacances ou lors d’un déménagement ......23

DÉPANNAGE .................................................................................24

Fonctionnement du réfrigérateur ...............................................24

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

SÉCURITÉ

Votre sécurité et celle des autres est très importante.

Nous donnons de nombreux messages de sécurité importants dans ce manuel et sur votre appareil ménager. Assurez-vous de toujours lire tous les messages de sécurité et de vous y conformer.

Voici le symbole d’alerte de sécurité.

Ce symbole d’alerte de sécurité vous signale les dangers potentiels de décès et de blessures graves à vous et à d’autres.

Tous les messages de sécurité suivront le symbole d’alerte de sécurité et le mot “DANGER” ou “AVERTISSEMENT”. Ces mots signifient :

Risque possible de décès ou de blessure grave si vous ne

DANGER

AVERTISSEMENT

Tous les messages de sécurité vous diront quel est le danger potentiel et vous disent comment réduire le risque de blessure et ce qui peut se produire en cas de non-respect des instructions.

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suivez pas immédiatement les instructions.

Risque possible de décès ou de blessure grave si vous ne suivez pas les instructions.

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