Whirlpool WRT311FZDB00, WRT311FZDB01, WRT311FZDM00, WRT311FZDM01, WRT311FZDT00 Owner’s Manual

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refrigerator compartment.

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Table of Contents / Table des mati res

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ..................................................................... 2

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

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................... 3

Unpack the Refrigerator ...................................................................... 3

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

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

Water Supply Requirements ............................................................... 4

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

Refrigerator Doors ............................................................................... 6

Reversibility Kit Instructions .............................................................. 10

Adjust the Doors ............................................................................... 10

REFRIGERATOR USE ......................................................................... 11

Using the Controls ............................................................................ 11

Ice Maker ........................................................................................... 11

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ............................................................. 12

Refrigerator Shelves .......................................................................... 12

Dell Drawer ........................................................................................ 12

Crisper ............................................................................................... 12

FREEZER FEATURES ......................................................................... 13

Wire Freezer Shelf ............................................................................. 13

Glass Freezer Shelf ........................................................................... 13

DOOR FEATURES ............................................................................... 14

Door Rails.......................................................................................... 14

Door Bins........................................................................................... 14

Utility Compartment .......................................................................... 14

REFRIGERATOR CARE ....................................................................... 14

Cleaning ............................................................................................ 14

Changing the Light Bulbs ................................................................. 15

Vacation and Moving Care ............................................................... 15

PROBLEM SOLVER ............................................................................. 16

ACCESSORIES .................................................................................... 17

WARRANTY .......................................................................................... 18

SECURITE DU REFRIGERATEUR ..................................................... 19

Mise au rebut appropriee de votre vieux refrigerateur ..................... 20

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ................................................... 20

Deballage du refrigerateur ................................................................ 20

Exigences d'emplacement ............................................................... 21

Specifications electriques ................................................................. 21

Specifications de I'alimentation en eau ............................................ 22

Raccordement de la canalisation d'eau ........................................... 22

Portes du refrigerateur ...................................................................... 23

Instructions pour I'ensemble d'inversion du sens d'ouverture ........ 28

Ajustement des portes ...................................................................... 28

UTILISATION DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ................................................. 29

Utilisation des commandes .............................................................. 29

Machine & glagons ............................................................................ 30

CARACTI_RISTIQUES DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR .................................. 30

Tablettes du refrig6rateur ................................................................. 30

Tiroir pour specialites alimentaires ................................................... 30

Bac & legumes .................................................................................. 31

CARACTI_RISTIQUES DU CONGI_LATEUR ...................................... 31

Tablette metallique du congelateur .................................................. 31

Tablette en verre du congelateur ...................................................... 31

CARACTI_RISTIQUES DE LA PORTE ................................................ 32

Tringles de porte ............................................................................... 32

Balconnets de porte ......................................................................... 32

Compartiment utilitaire ..................................................................... 32

ENTRETIEN DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ................................................... 33

Nettoyage .......................................................................................... 33

Remplacement des ampoules d'eclairage ....................................... 33

Entretien avant les vacances ou Iors d'un dem6nagement ............. 34

RI_SOLUTION DE PROBLI_MES ........................................................ 35

ACCESSOIRES .................................................................................... 37

GARANTIE ............................................................................................ 38

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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:

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 to persons when using the refrigerator, follow basic precautions,

including the following:

[] 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.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

[] 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).

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.

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Proper Disposal of

Your Old 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 "just 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:

• Takeoff 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.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpack the 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 the Packaging

Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning
on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap

over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water
and dry.

NOTE: 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."

• Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove the white foam air return insert that

is located behind the control panel on the ceiling of the refrigerator
(on some models). 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 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 package materials, clean the inside of
your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in

"Refrigerator Care."

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

E ectrica Requirements

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as

gasoline, away from refrigerator.

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

IMPORTANT: This refrigerator is designed for indoor household

use only.
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for 1/2"

(1.25 cm) of space on each side and at the top. Allow for 1"
(2.54 cm) of space behind the refrigerator. If your refrigerator has

an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line
connections. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall,
leave a 2" (5.08 cm) minimum space on the hinge side (some

models require more) to allow the door to swing open.
NOTE: This refrigerator is intended for use in a location where the

temperature ranges from a minimum of 55°F (13°C) to a maximum
of 110°F (43°C). The preferred room temperature range for

optimum performance, which reduces electricity usage and
provides superior cooling, is between 60°F (15°C) and 90°F
(32°C). It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator
near a heat source, such as an oven or radiator.

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-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 or cleaning, or
removing a light bulb, turn cooling off or 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 turn cooling on or reset the

control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on
the model) to the desired setting. See "Using the Controls" in the
User Instructions, User Guide, or Use & Care Guide.

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Water Supply Requirements

Read all directions before you begin.
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.

TOOLS NEEDED: Flat-blade screwdriver, zAe"and 1/2"open-end
wrenches or 2 adjustable wrenches, 1/4"nut driver and drill bit,

cordless drill.

IMPORTANT:

• If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is
connected, turn the ice maker OFE

• All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

• Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing
only in areas where the household temperatures will remain
above freezing.

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a 1/4"
(6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing.
Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with
your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or 3/le"

(4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more
easily.

Water Pressure

IMPORTANT: A cold water supply with water pressure between

30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the ice
maker.

NOTE: If the water pressure is less than what is required, ice
cubes could be hollow or irregular shaped.

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

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your

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

If the ice maker is still not operating properly:

• Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse
osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.

• Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill
after heavy usage.

Connect the Water Supply

Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is

connected, turn the ice maker OFE

Connect to Water Line

7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the
copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the

outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut
onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.

8. Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink, and turn
ON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is clear.

Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the copper
tubing.

Connect to Refrigerator

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Attach the copper tubing to the valve inlet using a
compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the

compression nut. Do not overtighten.

3. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure
the tubing to the refrigerator as shown. This will help avoid

damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back
against the wall.

Turn shutoff valve ON.4.

5.

Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including
connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

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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 1/2"to 1Y4" (1.25 cm to 3.18 cm) vertical cold water
pipe near the refrigerator.

IMPORTANT:

• Make sure it is a cold water pipe.

• Horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the

pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from
the drill and normal sediment from collecting inthe valve.

4. Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure
from the connection on the lower left rear of refrigerator to the

water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use 1/4"
(6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both
ends of copper tubing are cut square.

5. Using a cordless drill, drill a Y4"hole in the cold water pipe you
have selected.

A. Cold water pipe
B. Pipe clamp
C. Copper tubing
D. Compression nut

6.

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe

E. Compression sleeve
F. Shutoff valve

G. Packing nut

clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1/4"drilled hole in
the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp.
Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws slowly
and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not

overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.

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

6.

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

D. Compression nut
E. Valve inlet

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

Complete the Installation

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.
NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard

the first three batches of ice produced. Allow 3 days to completely
fill ice container.

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Tools Needed:

5/le"Hex-head socket • 5/le"Open-end wrench
wrench

#2 Phillips screwdriver
Flat-blade screwdriver

IM PORTANT:

• Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFR Unplug
refrigerator or disconnect power.

• Remove food and adjustable door or utility bins from doors.

• If you are only removing and replacing the doors, see the
"Remove Doors and Hinges" and "Replace Doors and
Hinges" sections.

Depending on your model, you may have standard (Style 1) or
contoured (Style 2) doors. If you are also going to reverse the
door swing, follow the instructions for the appropriate door
style.

NOTE: A Reversibility Kit, which includes a new Brand Badge
and hole covers, is available.

• All graphics referenced in the following instructions are
included later inthis section after "Final Steps."

Remove Doors and Hinges

5_6" Hex-head Hinge Screw

1.

Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.

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.

3. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge
graphic. Lift the freezer door free from the cabinet.

4. Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center
Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.

5. Remove base grille from the bottom front of the refrigerator.

6. Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the
Bottom Hinge graphic.

Reverse Doors (optional)

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 "Replace Doors and Hinges."

Style I - Standard Door models

Graphics follow these instructions.

Door Stop Screw Door Handle Hole Plug

Door Handle Sealing Screw

• Flat 2" putty knife

Door Hinge Hole Plug

Cabinet

1. Remove the three dome caps and the screws from handle
side and move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-1.

2. 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 the screw cover. See Graphic 2.

2. Remove the freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts
together. See Graphic 2.

3. Remove door hinge hole plug from freezer door. Move to
opposite side hinge hole as shown. See Graphic 3.

4. Remove the brand badge using the plastic tool (provided).
Replace it with the badge provided in the Reversibility Kit

located inside the crisper drawer. For proper placement, see
the Brand Badge Placement template (the last page of this
manual).

NOTES:

• To avoid scratching the finish, do not use a sharp or

metallic object to pry the brand badge from the door.

• Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over any adhesive

residue with your fingers. Rinse the door with warm water
and dry with a soft cloth.

5. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door
as shown. See Graphic 5.

6. Position freezer handle on opposite side of the freezer door as
shown. See Graphic 2. First, drive the bottom two screws into
handle. Align upper portion of handle and drive top screw into

handle.

7. Tighten all screws. Set aside door until hinges and refrigerator
compartment door are in place.

8. Replace screw cover. See Graphic 2.

Refrigerator Door

1. Remove the screw cover. See Graphic 6.

2. Remove refrigerator handle assembly as shown. Keep all
parts together. See Graphic 6.

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 hole plug and discard. See Graphic 7.
Replace on opposite side with the door handle hole plug

provided in the Reversibility Kit located in the crisper.

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. First, drive top two screws in

handle first. Align lower portion of handle and drive bottom
screw into handle.

8. Tighten all screws. Set aside refrigerator door until bottom
hinge is installed on refrigerator.

9. Replace screw cover. See Graphic 6.

Style 2 - Contour Door models

Graphics follow these instructions.

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Door Hinge Cabinet Hinge

Hole Plug Hole Plug

Setscrew Door Stop

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Flat-Head Handle Screw Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug

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Screw Washer

Door Handle

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Cabinet

1. Remove the three dome caps and screws from handle side

and move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-1.

2. Using the three %6" hex-head hinge screws, insert two screws
halfway into the holes, leaving space to insert the Center

Hinge.

3. Slide the center hinge, from the right, onto the screws, insert
the third screw, and tighten all screws completely.

NOTE: Make sure the washers are in place on both the top
and bottom pins of the center hinge.

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A. _" Hex-head hinge screws
B. Washers

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4. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and
move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown. See
Graphic 1-2.

Freezer Door

1. Remove the freezer door handle. Using a 1/8"hex key, loosen
the setscrew located on the side of the handle. Pull the handle

straight out from the door. Keep all parts together. See
Graphic 2.

2. Remove the brand badge using the plastic tool (provided).
Replace it with the badge provided in the Reversibility Kit
located inside the crisper. For proper placement, see the
Brand Badge Placement template (the last page of this

manual).

NOTES:

• To avoid scratching the finish, do not use a sharp or

metallic object to pry the brand badge from the door.

• Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over any adhesive

residue with your fingers. Rinse the door with warm water
and dry with a soft cloth.

3. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of freezer door as
shown. See Graphic 4.

4. Reinstall freezer handle on opposite side of the freezer door as
shown. See Graphic 2.

5. Tighten all screws. Set aside door until hinges and refrigerator
compartment door are in place.

Refrigerator Door

1. Remove the refrigerator door handle. Using a 1/8"hex key,
loosen the setscrew located on the side of the handle. Pull the

handle straight out from the door. Keep all parts together. See
Graphic 6.

2. Remove door hinge hole plug from refrigerator door. Move to
opposite side hinge hole as shown. See Graphic 3.

3. Remove door handle hole plug and discard. See Graphic 7.
Replace on opposite side with the door handle hole plug

provided in the Reversibility Kit located in the crisper.

4. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door
as shown. See Graphic 4.

5. Reinstall refrigerator handle on opposite side of the
refrigerator door as shown. See Graphic 6.

6. Tighten all screws. Set aside refrigerator door until bottom
hinge is installed on refrigerator.

Replace Doors and Hinges

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

1. Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown. Tighten
screws. 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.

2.

Measure the distance from the bottom of the refrigerator door
to the floor. The distance should be approximately 31/2"
(88 mm).

NOTE: If necessary, loosen the bottom hinge, without
removing the screws, adjust the door to the correct height and
fully tighten the screws.

3.

Assemble the parts for the center hinge as shown and tighten
all screws. See Center Hinge graphic. Replace the freezer

door.

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Assemble the parts for the top hinge as shown. See Top Hinge
graphic. Do not tighten screws completely.

Contour Door models only:

• Remove the screw attaching the hinge pin to the hinge.

Turn the hinge over so that it is pointing in the opposite
direction.

Place the plastic spacer beneath the hinge so that it will
be between the hinge and the cabinet, making sure the

holes are aligned.

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A. Plastic spacer C. Hinge pin
B. Hinge pin screw

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• Fasten the Top Hinge to the opposite side of the cabinet,

inserting the screws only halfway, so you will be able to

replace and align the freezer door later.

5.

Line up the doors so that the bottom of the freezer door aligns
evenly with the top of the refrigerator door. Tighten all screws.

NOTE: The distance between the doors should be
approximately %" (16 mm).

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.

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.

2.

Remove the cover from the base grille. Move the cover to the
opposite side.

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3,

Align the clips on the base grille with the screws on the
bottom of the cabinet. Push the base grille toward the cabinet
until it is flush.

4. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Style I - Standard

Base Grille

A. Cover

Top Hinge

5. Reset the controls. See "Using the Control(s)."

6. Return all removable door parts to doors and food to
refrigerator.

A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

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A. 5/_6"Hex-Head Hinge Screws,

Dome Caps and Dome Cap Washers

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A. Top Hinge Cover

B. 5/_6"Hex-Head Hinge Screws
C. Top Hinge

Center Hinge

A. Center Hinge
B. 5h6"Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Bottom Hinge

A. Screw Cover

B. Handle Screw
C. Freezer Handle

D. Flat-Head Handle Screw

A. Door Hinge Hole Plug

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A. Door Handle Sealing Screws

Front View Side View

A. Door Stop Screw A B

B. Door Stop

A. Door Handle

Hole Plug

A. Bottom Hinge
B. _6" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

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Style 2 - Contour

Base Grille

A. Cover

Top Hinge

A, 5//116" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

B. Top Hinge
C. Hinge Pin

Center Hinge

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A. 5A6"Hex-Head Hinge Screws,

Dome Caps and Dome Cap Washers

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A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

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A. Shoulder Screw

B. Setscrew
C. Flat-Head Handle Screw

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A. Door Hinge Hole Plug

A. Center Hinge
B. %6" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Bottom Hinge

A. Bottom Hinge
B. _6" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

A. Flat-Head Handle Screw

Reinstallation of Door Stops

A. Door Stop
B. Door Stop Screw

Removal of Door Stops

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A. Door Stop

B. Door Stop Screw

A. Door Handle

Hole Plug

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If your model came with a Reversibility kit, please use the Brand
Badge Placement template and the following instructions to install
the Brand Badge on the opposite side of the freezer door.

Parts Included:

Brand badge removal tool
Brand badge template (on last page of User Instructions)
Door handle hole plug

Tools Needed:
Scissors
Masking tape

Freezer Door

1. Using the removal tool (provided), remove the brand badge
from the freezer door by lifting up the right-hand side and

peeling the badge away from the door from right to left.
NOTE: To avoid scratching the door, do not use a sharp or

metallic object to pry the brand badge from the door.

2. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over any adhesive
residue with your fingers. Rinse the door with warm water and
dry with a soft cloth.

3. Cut the template along the dotted lines that match the shape
of the brand badge.

4. Align the edges of the template with the side and top of the
freezer door and tape the template to the door.

NOTE: When the template is correctly aligned, the hole in the
door, where the handle was, will be within the cutout of the

template, as shown.

Adiust the Doors

IMPORTANT: To comply with American Disabilities Act (ADA)
guidelines, fully retract the rollers into the cabinet to lower the
refrigerator.

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 following instructions:

1. Remove the base grille. See the Base Grille graphic in
"Refrigerator Doors." The two leveling screws are part of the
front roller assemblies, which are at the base of the refrigerator

on either side.

2,

Use a socket driver to adjust the leveling screws. Turn the
leveling screw to the right to raise that side of the refrigerator
or turn the leveling screw to the left to lower that side. It may
take several turns of the leveling screws to adjust the tilt of the

refrigerator.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the

refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws and
rollers which makes it easier to adjust.

5. Using the cutout as a guide, press the brand badge onto the
freezer door making sure that the hole is completely covered.

6. Slowly remove the template.

3,

Open both doors again to make sure they close as easily as
you like and that they stay closed. If not, tilt the refrigerator

slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws to the
right. It may take several more turns.

NOTE: To keep the refrigerator level, you should turn both
leveling screws the same amount.

4. Replace the base grille.

Door Aligning

If the space between your doors looks uneven, you can adjust it
using the following instructions:

1. Loosen the top hinge screws using a 5/1e"socket or wrench.

2. Have someone hold the door in place or put aspacer between
the doors while you tighten the top hinge screws.

3. Replace the top hinge cover.

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REFRIGERATOR USE

Using the Oontro)s

Your refrigerator has two controls that affect the temperature. The
Temperature control is located at the top front of the refrigerator
compartment and the Airflow control is located on the back wall
of the freezer compartment.

IM PORTANT:

The recommended setting should be correct for normal
household refrigerator use. The controls are set correctly
when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is

firm.
Wait 24 hours for your refrigerator to cool completely before

adding food. If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled
completely, your food may spoil.

NOTE: Adjusting the refrigerator and freezer temperature
controls 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.

Temperature Control

For your convenience, the Temperature control is preset at the
factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure the

control is still preset as shown.

Recommended Setting "3 Snowflakes"

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Airflow Control

The Airflow control regulates the amount of air flowing between
the freezer and the refrigerator compartments.

When you plug in the refrigerator for the first time, turn the Airflow
control to the Recommended setting.

Recommended

Max • Min

Adjusting the Airflow Control

If you want to temporarily increase the cold airflow to a specific
compartment, adjust the control.

• Max - Increase airflow to the freezer

• Min - Increase airflow to the refrigerator

IMPORTANT: Once the performance is achieved, return the
Airflow control to the Recommended setting to keep the
refrigerator operating at optimum efficiency.

CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:

Heavy ice use Max
Hot room temperature Max - To maintain ice making

production rate

Large quantity of groceries Min - To quickly chill food and

beverages

Cooling Off/On

• Move the dial control to the word OFF. To turn cooling back
on, move the dial control to the desired temperature setting.

NOTE: Neither compartment will cool when the control is set to
OFR

Adjusting the Temperature Control

If you need to adjust the temperature in either the refrigerator or
freezer compartment, use the settings listed in the chart below as
a guide.

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.

• Move the dial to the desired number of snowflakes from (1
least cold to 5 coldest).

CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR too warm TEMPERATURE Control one

setting higher

FREEZER too warm/too little AIRFLOW or TEMPERATURE
ice Control one setting higher

REFRIGERATOR too cold TEMPERATURE Control one

setting lower

FREEZER too cold AIRFLOW or TEMPERATURE

Control one setting lower

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Turning the Ice Maker On/Off

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

• To turn the ice maker on, simply lower the wire shutoff arm.
NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. As ice is

made, the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin and the ice
cubes will raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up)
position.

• To manually turn the ice maker off, lift the wire shutoff arm to
the OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click to make sure
the ice maker will not continue to operate.

NOTE: Turn the ice maker off before removing the ice storage bin
to serve ice or to clean the bin. This will keep the ice cubes from
dropping out of the ice maker and into the freezer compartment.

After replacing the ice storage bin, turn on the ice maker.

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Ice Production Rate

NORMAL Ice Production: The ice maker should produce
approximately 8 to 12 batches of ice in a24-hour period. If ice

is not being made fast enough, turn the Freezer control toward
a higher (colder) number in half number steps. (For example, if
the control is at 3, move it to between 3 and 4.) Wait 24 hours

and, if necessary, gradually turn the Freezer Control to the
highest setting, waiting 24 hours between each increase.

MAXIMUM Ice Production (on some models): The ice maker
should produce approximately 16 to 20 batches of ice in

a 24-hour period. If your refrigerator has the maximum ice
production feature, push the switch to MAX.

Remember

Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Allow 3 days
to completely fill the ice storage bin. Discard the first three

batches of ice produced.
The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the

water supplied to your ice maker. Avoid connecting the ice
maker to a softened water supply. Water softener chemicals

(such as salt) can damage parts of the ice maker and lead to
poor quality ice. If a softened water supply cannot be avoided,
make sure the water softener is operating properly and is well

maintained.
Do not store anything on top of the ice maker or in the ice

storage bin.

5. Guide the front of the shelf into the shelf track. Be sure to slide
the shelf in all the way.

©ell ©rawer

To remove and replace the dell drawer:

1. Slide dell drawer out to the stop.

2. Lift front of dell drawer with one hand while supporting bottom
of drawer with other hand. Slide drawer out the rest of the

way.

3. Replace the drawer by sliding it back infully past the drawer
stop.

NOTE: The dell drawer moves sideways on the shelf to allow
for flexible positioning.

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Meat Storage Guide

REFRIGERATOR

FEATURES

Your model may have some or all of these features.

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.

Refrigerator She ves

The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to match your
individual storage needs.

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.

To remove and replace a shelf:

1. Remove items from the shelf.

2. Slide the shelf straight out to the stop.

3. Depending on your model, lift back or front of the shelf past
the stop. Slide shelf out the rest of the way.

4. Replace the shelf by sliding the back of the shelf into the track
in the wall of the cabinet.

Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and
moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary. See the following chart for
storage times. When storing meat longer than the times given,

freeze the meat.

Fresh fish or shellfish ......................... use same day as purchased

Chicken, ground beef, variety meats (liver) ...................... 1-2 days

Cold cuts, steaks/roasts .................................................. 3-5 days

Cured meats ................................................................... 7-10 days

Leftovers - Cover leftovers with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or
plastic containers with tight lids.

Crisper Drawers

To remove and replace the crisper drawer:

1. Slide the crisper drawer straight out to the stop. Lift the front
and slide the drawer out the rest of the way.

2. Replace the drawer by sliding the drawer in fully past the stop.

Crisper Cover

To remove and replace the crisper cover:

1. Remove the crisper(s).

2. Pull the glass straight out.

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