Whirlpool WRT314TFDB00, WRT314TFDB01, WRT314TFDW00, WRT314TFDW01, WRT316SFDB00 Owner’s Manual

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Model Number Serial Number

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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 ............................................................... 5

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

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

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

REFRIGERATOR USE ......................................................................... 10

Using the Controls ............................................................................ 10

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

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ............................................................. 11

Refrigerator Shelves .......................................................................... 11

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

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

FREEZER FEATURES ......................................................................... 12

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

DOOR FEATURES ............................................................................... 13

Door Rails.......................................................................................... 13

REFRIGERATOR CARE ....................................................................... 13

Cleaning ............................................................................................ 13

Changing the Light Bulbs ................................................................. 14

Vacation and Moving Care ............................................................... 14

PROBLEM SOLVER ............................................................................. 15

ACCESSORIES .................................................................................... 16

WARRANTY .......................................................................................... 17

BRAND BADGE PLACEMENT TEMPLATE ................... BACK COVER

SECURITE DU REFRIGERATEUR ..................................................... 18

Mise au rebut appropriee de votre vieux refrigerateur ..................... 19

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ................................................... 19

Deballage du refrigerateur ................................................................ 19

Exigences d'emplacement ............................................................... 20

Specifications electriques ................................................................. 20

Specifications de I'alimentation en eau ............................................ 20

Raccordement de la canalisation d'eau ........................................... 21

Portes du refrigerateur ...................................................................... 22

Ajustement des portes ...................................................................... 25

UTILISATION DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ................................................. 26

Utilisation des commandes .............................................................. 26

Commande de circulation d'air ........................................................ 26

Machine & glagons ............................................................................ 27

CARACTI£'RISTIQUES DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR .................................. 27

Tablettes du refrig6rateur ................................................................. 27

Bac & dell .......................................................................................... 28

Bac & legumes .................................................................................. 28

CARACTI£'RISTIQUES DU CONGI_LATEUR ...................................... 28

Tablette du congelateur .................................................................... 29

CARACTI£'RISTIQUES DE LA PORTE ................................................ 29

Tringles de porte ............................................................................... 29

ENTRETIEN DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ................................................... 29

Nettoyage .......................................................................................... 29

Remplacement des ampoules d'eclairage ....................................... 30

Entretien avant les vacances ou Iors d'un dem6nagement ............. 30

RI_SOLUTION DE PROBLI_MES ........................................................ 31

ACC ESSOI RES.................................................................................... 33

GARANTIE ............................................................................................ 34

GABARIT DE POSITIONNEMENT

DE L'INSIGNE DE LA MARQUE .................. COUVERTURE ARRII_RE

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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.

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 Refdge ato

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 ectdca 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, it is

recommended to allow a 1/2"(1.25 cm) space on each side. Allow 3" (7.5 cm) of space between overhead cabinets and refrigerator

top. Allow at least 1" (2.5 cm) between back of cabinet and the wall. Ifyour refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you leave some extra space at the back for the water line connections.

• If you are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave enough space on the hinge side to allow for the door to swing

open.

• Level the refrigerator. See "Adjust the Doors."

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, 7/le" and 1/2"open-end wrenches or 2 adjustable wrenches, 1/4"nut driver and drill bit,

cordless drill.

IM PORTANI"."

• If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is

connected, turn the ice maker OFF.

• All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

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

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 3Ae" (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more

easily.

Water Pressure

IMPORTANT: 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

(on some mode_s}

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

connected, turn the ice maker OFF to avoid excessive noise or damage to the water valve.

Connect to Water Line

4. Determine the length of copper tubing you will need. Measure from the connection on 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 1/4"hole inthe cold water pipe you have selected.

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

E. Compression sleeve F. Shutoff valve

G. Packing nut

6. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly inthe 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.

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

NOTE: On kit models, assemble water valve to refrigerator according to kit instructions.

Style 1

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Attach the copper tube 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=

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 11/4"(1.27 cm to 3.18 cm) vertical cold water pipe near the refrigerator.

IM PORTANT:

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.

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A. Tube clamp

B.Tube clamp screw

D.Compression nut E. Valveinlet

C. Copper tubing

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

Style 2

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the product and insert the copper tubing through the clamp as shown.

3. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown.

4. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. Reattach the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet.

Refrigerator Doors

TOOLS NEEDED:

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

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

• Flat-blade screwdriver

• Flat 2" putty knife

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A. Tube clamp C. Compression nut B. Copper tubing

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

leak.

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

IMPORTANT:

• Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFE 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.

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

Remove Doors and Hinges

5_6" Hex Head Hinge Screw

Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

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 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

Graphics follow these instructions.

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.

Door Stop Screw

Door Handle Sealing Screw

Flat-Head Handle Screw Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug

Door Handle Hole Plug

Door Hinge Hole Plug

Dome Cap Dome Cap Washer

Cabinet

1. Remove %e" hex head hinge 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. 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).

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. Replace screw cover. See Graphic 2.

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

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, see Graphic 7. Replace 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. Replace screw cover. See Graphic 6.

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

Style 2 - Contoured

Graphics follow these instructions.

Door Hinge

Hole Plug

Dome Cap

Cabinet

1. Remove %e" hex head hinge screws from handle side and move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-1.

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

Doors

1. Remove door hinge hole plug from top of freezer door. Move to opposite side as shown. See Graphic 2.

2. Remove door stop from both the freezer and refrigerator doors and move to the other side. See Graphic 3.

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.

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

door.

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

4. 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.

CabinetHinge

Hole Plug

Dome Cap Washer

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. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

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

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

Style I - Standard

Top Hinge

A. 5A6" Hex-Head Hinge Screws B. Top Hinge

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A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

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D. Flat-Head Handle Screw

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Door Handle

Hole Plug

A. Door Handle Sealing Screws

Front View Side View

A. Door Stop Screw A B B. Door Stop

Style 2 - Contour

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Reinstallation of Door Stops

A. Door Stop

B. Door Stop Screw

Your refrigerator has two 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.

Turn the leveling leg to lower or raise that side of the refrigerator. It may take several turns to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.

• To raise, turn the leveling leg to the left.

• To lower, turn the leveling leg to the right. NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the

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

Mid-setting "3"

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IMPORTANT:

• 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.

NOTE: Adjusting the Temperature Control to a higher (colder) setting will not cool the compartments any faster.

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

Adjust the Temperature Control

The mid-settings should be correct for normal household usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you

like and when ice cream is firm. 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. If you need to adjust temperatures, use the settings listed in the

chart below as a guide. On models with two controls, adjust the refrigerator temperature first. Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments and then recheck the temperatures.

CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:

Open both doors again to make sure they close as easily as you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling legs to the left; it may take several more

turns. NOTE: To keep the refrigerator level you should turn both

leveling legs the same amount.

3. Using a level, be sure that the refrigerator is still level side to side. Readjust if necessary.

REFRIGERATOR USE

Using the ¢ontro)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 Air Flow control is located on the back wall of the freezer compartment.

Temperature Control

The Temperature control regulates the coldness of the air flowing into the compartments.

For your convenience, your refrigerator controls are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the

controls are still preset to the mid-setting as shown. NOTE: To turn your refrigerator off, turn the refrigerator control to

the word OFR Turning the Temperature Control to OFF stops cooling in the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but it does not disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply.

REFRIGERATOR section too warm Adjust REFRIGERATOR

• Door opened often, large Control one setting amount of food added or room higher

temperature very warm

FREEZER section too warm/ice not made fast enough

• Door opened often, or large amount of food added or very cold room temperature (can't

cycle often enough)

• Heavy ice usage

REFRIGERATOR section too cold

• Controls not set correctly for your conditions

FREEZER section too cold

• Controls not set correctly for your conditions

Air Flow Control

The Air Flow 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 Air Flow control to the Recommended setting.

Recommended

Max Min

Adjust AIR FLOW or

REFRIGERATOR Control

one setting higher

Adjust REFRIGERATOR Control one setting

lower

Adjust AIR FLOW or

REFRIGERATOR Control

one setting lower

Adjust the Air Flow Control

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

• Max - Increase air flow to the freezer

• Min - Increase air flow to the refrigerator IMPORTANT: Once the performance is achieved, return the Air

Flow 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

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.

REFRIGERATOR

Maker

(on some mode_s _Accessory}

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.

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.

FEATURES

Your model may have some or all of these features.

Important information to know about glass shelves

and covers:

Refrigerator She ves

(G_ass slhe_ves on some mode_s}

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.

Shelves and Glass Shelves (on some models)

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.

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

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