Whirlpool WRT318FZDB01, WRT318FMDB00, WRT318FMDB01, WRT148FZDM00, WRT138FZDW00 Owner’s Manual

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REFRIGERATOR

W10885252A

USER INSTRUCTIONS

THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. Register your new refrigerator at www.whirlpool.com. In Canada, register your refrigerator at www.whirlpool.ca.

For future reference, please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. These can be located on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment.

Model Number ___________________________________________ Serial Number____________________________________________

Para obtener acceso a “Instrucciones para el usuario del refrigerador” en español, o para obtener información adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.whirlpool.com.

Necesitará su número de modelo y de serie, ubicado en el interior del compartimiento del refrigerador.

Table of Contents / Table des matières

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

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

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

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

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

Electrical

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

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

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

Reversibility Kit Instructions..............................................................11

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

REFRIGERATOR USE .........................................................................12

Using the Controls ............................................................................12

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES .............................................................13

Refrigerator Shelves..........................................................................13

Deli Drawer..................................................

Crisper...............................................................................................13

FREEZER FEATURES .........................................................................14

Freezer Shelf .....................................................................................14

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

Door Rails......................

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

Utility Compartment..........................................................................15

Ice Maker..................................

REFRIGERATOR CARE.......................................................................15

Cleaning ......

Changing the Light Bulb...................................................................16

Vacation and Moving Care ...............................................................16

TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................................17

Refrigerator Operation ......................................................................17

Temperature and M

Ice and Water.................

ACCESSORIES ....................................................................................18

WARRANTY..........................................................................................19

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

Requirements......................................................................4

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oisture ...............................................................18

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SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR .....

Mise au rebut appropriée de votre vieux réfrigérateur..................... 21

INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ................................................... 21

Déballage du réfrigérateur ................................................................21

Exigences d‘emplacement ..............................................................

Spécifications électriques...........................................

Spécifications de l’alimentation en eau............................................ 23

Raccordement de la canalisation d'eau........................................... 23

Portes du réfrigérateur...................................................................... 24

Instructions pour l’ensemble d’inversion du sens d’ouverture........ 30

Ajustement des portes......................................................................30

UTILISATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR...

Utilisation des commandes..............................................................31

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR .................................. 32

Tablettes du réfrigérateur ....................

Tiroir pour spécialités alimentaires................................................... 32

Bac à légumes............................................

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DU CONGÉLATEUR......................................33

Tablette du congélateur....................................................................33

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DE LA PORTE................................................34

Tringles de porte............................................................................... 34

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

Compartiment utilitaire .....................................................................34

Machine à glaçons....................

ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR...................................................35

Nettoyage..........................................................................................35

Remplacement des ampoules d’éclairage...........

Entretien avant les vacances ou lors d’un déménagement.............36

DÉPANNAGE........................................................................................ 37

Fonctionnement du réfrigérateur......................................................37

Température et humidité ..................................................................38

Glaçons et eau.................................................

ACCESSOIRES ....................................................................................39

GARANTIE............................................................................................40

GABARIT DE POSITIONNEMENT

DE L’INSIGNE DE LA MARQUE..................COUVERTURE ARRIÈRE

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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

DANGER

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.

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:

follow instructions.

You

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

instructions.

■ 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 Refrigerator

WARNING

Suffocation Hazard Remove doors from your old refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

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

Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:

Take off the doors. Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily

climb inside.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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.

Unpack the Refrigerator

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 the Packaging

IMPORTANT: Do not remove the white foam air return insert from

behind the control panel on the ceiling of the refrigerator. If the insert is removed, ice may migrate down from the freezer and cause icicles to form.

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. Rinse with warm water and dry with a soft cloth.

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.”

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

Electrical 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.

IMPORTANT: This refrigerator is designed for indoor household use only.

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for ½" (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 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.

temperature range for

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.

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 disconne 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.

ct the refrigerator from the

2" (1.25 cm)

2" (5.08 cm)

Water Supply Requirements

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 ⁷⁄₁₆" and ¹⁄₂" open-end or two

adjustable wrenches

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) saddle-type shut-off valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or ³⁄₁₆" (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

IMPORTANT:

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.

¹⁄₄" nut driver ¹⁄₄" drill bit

Cordless drill

Water Pressure

A B

DEF

D E

A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply

IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out of a

reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa).

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 water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 40 to 60 psi (276

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.

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

to 414 kPa):

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 off.

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 shut-off 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.

4. Turn shut-off valve ON.

5. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including

connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

Connect to Water Line

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Turn off main water supply. Turn on nearest faucet long

enough to clear line of water.

3. Locate a ½" to 1¹⁄₄" (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 in the 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 ¹⁄₄" 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 shut-off valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe 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 t and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.

E. Compression sleeve F. Shut-off valve

G. Packing nut

he packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws slowly

6. 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" a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.

Complete the Installation

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.

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

(6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection. Obtain

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

D. Compression nut

E. Valve inlet

Refrigerator Doors

Door Hinge

Hole Plug

Cabinet Hinge

Hole Plug

Dome Cap

Washer

Setscrew

Shoulder

Screw

Shoulder

Screw Washer

Door Stop

Screw

Flat-Head

Handle

Screw

Door Handle

Hole Cap

Depending on the width of your doorway, you may need to remove the doors to move the refrigerator into your home. Also, the door hinges are factory installed on the right-hand side. If you want the door to open from the other direction, you must reverse the door swing.

IMPORTANT:

Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control off, unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors.

Depending on your model, your refrigerator has either Style 1 – Contour Doors or Style 2 - Standard Doors. Reference the graphic specific to your model later in this section following “Final Steps.”

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

Tools Needed: ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head socket wrench, #2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-b lade screwdriver, ⁵⁄₁₆" open-end wrench, flat 2" putty knife

6. Remove the washer from the bottom of the Cent

er Hinge pin.

7. Lift the refrigerator door from the Bottom Hinge and set aside.

8. Using a hex-head socket wrench, remove the four ⁵⁄₁₆"

hex-head hinge screws from the Bottom Hinge and pull the hinge from the bottom of the refrigerator door.

Remove Doors and Hinges

⁵⁄₁₆

" Hex-Head Hinge Screw

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Using a hex-head socket wrench, remove the three ⁵⁄₁₆"

hex-head hinge screws from the Top Hinge and lift up to remove the hinge. See Top Hinge graphic.

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. Lift the freezer door off of the center hinge and set it aside.

4. Remove the washer from the top of the Center Hinge pin.

Reverse Doors and Hinges (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.”

See complete graphics later in these instructions.

Reverse Center Hinge

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

side and use them to fill the holes created when the hinge screws were removed.

A. Washer

5. Using a hex-head socket wrench and an open-end wrench, remove the three screws from the Center Hinge and remove the hinge. Set aside.

A. Center hinge B.

⁵⁄₁₆

" hex-head hinge screws

A. Dome cap washers B. Hex-head hinge screws

C. Dome caps

2. Using the three ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head hinge screws, removed in Step 1, insert two screws halfway into the holes, leaving space to insert the Center Hinge.

3. Once the refrigerator door is in place, slide the center hinge

A B

from the right onto the screws, insert the third screw, and then tighten all screws completely.

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

⁵⁄₁₆

" hex-head hinge screws

B. Washers

Reverse Freezer Door

1. Remove the three cabinet hole plugs from the top of the

cabinet and place them in the hinge holes on the opposite side.

6. Move the door stop to the opposite side making sure that the hole in the door stop plate is aligned perfectly with the hole for the center hinge pin.

7. Using the screw removed earlier, fasten the door stop to the bottom of the freezer door.

A. Door stop screw

8. Depending on your model, place the handle on the shoulder

ew and push the handle toward the door until the mounting

scr base is flush against the door.

A. Cabinet hole plugs

2. Remove the door handles. See the model specific graphics later in these instructions.

Door Handles installed with flat-head screws and setscrews:

Remove the two flat-head handle screws from the bottom of the freezer door handle.

Using the ¹⁄₈" hex key, loosen the setscrew attaching the top of the handle.

Pull the handle away from the door to release it from the shoulder screw. Keep all parts together.

Door handles installed with flat-head screws only:

Remove the screw cover and the three flat-head handle screws. Keep all parts together.

3. Using the plastic tool (provided), remove the brand badge from the freezer door by prying up the right-hand side and slowly peeling the badge away from the door, revealing the

9. Fasten the bottom of the handle to the bottom of the freezer door.

10. Tighten all screws. Set aside the freezer door until the hinges and refrigerator door are in place.

Reverse Refrigerator Door

1. Remove the door stop from the bottom of the refrigerator

door.

A. Setscrew

hole to mount the door handle.

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.

4. Depending on your model, remove the shoulder screw and its washer from the left-hand side of the door and fasten it into the hole that was behind the brand badge.

5. Remove the door stop from the bottom of the freezer door.

2. Replace the door stop on the opposite side of the refrigerator

door, making sure that the hole in the door stop plate is

A. Door stop screw B. Door stop

aligned perfectly with the hole for the Bottom Hinge pin.

3. Fasten the

A. Door stop screw B. Door stop

4. Remove the door handles. See the model-specific graphics later in these instructions.

door stop to the door.

Door Handles installed with flat-head screws and

CCA

setscrews:

Remove the screws from the top of the refrigerator door handle.

Remove the setscrew from the lower part of the handle. Pull the handle away from the door to release it from the

shoulder screw. Keep all parts together.

Door handles installed with flat-head screws only:

Remove the screw cover and the three flat-head handle screws. Keep all parts together.

5. Remove the cap covering the hole on the opposite side of the door where the refrigerator door handle will be installed and discard the cap.

Reverse Top Hinge - Contour door models only

1. Remove the screw attaching the hinge pin to the hinge. Turn

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

2. Place the plastic spacer beneath the hinge so that it will be between the hinge and the cabinet, making sure the holes are aligned.

A. Plastic spacer B. Hinge pin screw

C. Hinge pin

6. Depending on your model, remove the shoulder screw and its washer from the left-hand side of the door and fasten it into the hole that was behind the cap.

7. Depending on your model, place the handle on the shoulder screw and push the handle toward the door until the mounting base is flush against the door.

8. Fasten the top of the refrigerator handle to the top of the refrigerator door.

3. 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.

⁵⁄₁₆

" hex-head hinge screws

A. B. Top hinge pin

C. Plastic spacer

Replace Doors and Hinges

IMPORTANT: 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.

Install Refrigerator Door

1. Insert the hinge pin into the Bottom Hinge of the refrigerator

door and fasten the hinge to the cabinet. Do not tighten completely.

A. Flat-head handle screws

9. Cover the remaining hole

with the cap (provided).

A. Bottom hinge

2. Place the washer on top of the Bottom Hinge pin.

3. Place the refrigerator door onto the Bottom Hinge pin.

4. Measure the distance from the bottom of the refrigerator door

to the floor. The distance should be approximately 1⁴⁄₅" (4.6 cm).

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

10. Remove door hinge hole plug from the refrigerator door. Move to opposite side.

11. Tighten all screws. Set aside refrigerator door until bottom hinge is installed on the opposite side of the refrigerator.

Install Freezer Door

A. Door Hinge Hole Plug

A. Door Stop B. Door Stop Screw

A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

A. Door Stop B. Door Stop Screw

A. Shoulder Screw B. Setscrew

C. Flat-Head Handle Screw

/16" Hex-Head Hinge

Screws,

Dome Caps and Dome Cap Washers

B. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

A. Center Hinge

A. Flat-Head Handle Screw

B. Top Hinge

C. Hinge Pin

B C

A. Door Handle

Hole Cap

A. Bottom Hinge B. Washer

C. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

1. Place washer on the upper hinge pin of the Center Hinge.

2. Place the freezer door on the upper hinge pin of the Center

Hinge.

3. Insert the Top Hinge pin into the drilled hole in the top of the freezer door. Do not tighten the screws completely

4. Align 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 ³⁄₄" (19 mm).

Style 1 – Contour Door

Final Steps

1. Plug in the refrigerator or reconnect the power.

2. Reset the controls. See “Using the Controls.”

3. Return all removable door parts to doors and food to

refrigerator.

Door Removal &

Replacement

Top Hinge

Center Hinge

Bottom Hinge

Door Swing Reversal (optional)

1-1

1-2

Reinstallation of Door Stops

Removal of Door Stops

Style 2 – Standard Doors

A. Door Hinge Hole Plug

A. Door Handle Sealing Screws

A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

B. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws C. Top Hinge

A. Top Hinge Cover

A. Door Handle

Hole Cap

/16" Hex-Head Hinge

Screws,

Dome Caps and Dome Cap Washers

B. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

A. Center Hinge

A. Bottom Hinge B. Washer

C. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

A. Door Stop Screw B. Door Stop

Side View

Front View

A. Shoulder Screw B. Setscrew

C. Flat-Head Handle Screw

A. Flat-Head Handle Screw

B. Screw Cover

D. Screw Cover

Door Removal &

Replacement

Door Swing Reversal (optional)

1-2

1-1

Top Hinge

Center Hinge

Bottom Hinge

Reversibility Kit Instructions

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 cap

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 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.

the door, do not use a sharp or

Adjust the Doors

IMPORTANT: Your refrigerator complies with American

Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines.

Door Closing

Your refrigerator has two front adjustable levelers - 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. Turn the leveler 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 leveler to the right. To lower, turn the leveler to the left.

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the levelers 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.

2. 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.

Door Aligning

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

1. Depending on your model, remove the Top Hinge cover.

2. Loosen the top hinge screws using a ⁵⁄₁₆" socket or wrench.

3. Have someone hold the door in place or put a spacer between

the doors while you tighten the top hinge screws.

4. Replace the Top Hinge cover, if removed in Step 1.

REFRIGERATOR USE

Using the Controls

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

IMPORTANT:

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.

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.

Press the SETTING button to toggle among the 4 LED lights which indicate the temperature setting. Reading from left to right, the LED in the first position is the least cold. The LEDs indicate increasingly colder settings as you continue to the right until all 4 LEDs are illuminated.

CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR too warm TEMPERATURE control one

FREEZER too warm/Too little ice

setting higher AIRFLOW or TEMPERATURE

control one setting higher

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

Cooling Off/On

To turn cooling off, press and hold the Setting button for 4 seconds until all lights are illuminated for 1 second. To turn cooling back on, press and hold the Setting button again for 4 seconds.

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

REFRIGERATOR too cold TEMPERATURE co ntrol one

setting lower

FREEZER too cold AIRFLOW or TEMPERATURE

control one setting lower

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.

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

Large quantity of groc

eries Min - to quickly chill food and

production rate

beverages

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES

Your model may have some or all of these features.

Important information to know about glass shelves and covers:

Refrigerator Shelves

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 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.

track

Deli Drawer Cover

To remove and replace the deli drawer cover: Style 1 - Wire Shelves

1. Remove the deli drawer.

2. Push the cover back to release the rear clips from the shelf.

Tilt the cover up at the front, and then pull it forward.

3. Replace the deli drawer cover by fitting the notches and clips on the cover over the rear and center crossbars on the shelf.

4. Replace the deli drawer.

Style 2 - Glass Shelves

1. Remove the deli drawer.

2. Remove items from the shelf.

3. Slide the shelf straight out to the stop.

4. Slide the deli cover to one side until free.

5. Insert the cover into the shelf tracks.

6. Slide the shelf back into the refrigerator, and then replace the

deli drawer.

NOTE: The deli drawer slides sideways flexible positioning.

Meat Storage Guide

on the shelf to allow for

Deli Drawer

The deli drawer design allows flexible positioning.

Deli Drawer

To reposition the deli drawer:

1. Remove deli drawer.

2. Release cover and place it between the desired crossbars.

3. Secure the rear clips onto the shelf.

4. Replace the deli drawer. To remove and replace the deli drawer:

1. Slide deli drawer out to the stop.

2. Lift front of deli 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 in fully past the drawer stop.

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 w plastic containers with tight lids.

ith plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or

Crisper

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.

3. Replace the glass by pushing it straight in.

Crisper Humidity Control

Frozen Food Storage Guide

Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of food, the type of packaging or wrap used (should be airtight and moisture-proof), and the storage temperature. Seal the package or container securely to avoid taste and odor transfer throughout the product. Ice crystals inside a sealed package are normal. This simply means that moisture in the food and air inside the package have condensed, creating ice crystals.

Put no more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 lbs of food per cubic foot [907 to 1,350 g per L] of freezer space). Leave enough space in the freezer for air to cir close tightly.

NOTE: For more information on preparing food for freezing, check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook.

culate around packages. The freezer door must

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper. Adjust the control to any setting between LOW and HIGH.

LOW (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 or crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use. Sort and keep berries in original container in crisper or store in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf.

Vegetables with skins: Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper.

HIGH (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.

FREEZER FEATURES

Your model may have some or all of these features.

Important information to know about glass shelves and covers:

DOOR FEATURES

Your model may have some or all of these features.

Door Rails

The door rails may be removed for easier cleaning.

To remove and replace the rails:

1. Depending on your model, remove the rails by pushing in

slightly on the front of the bracket while pulling out on the inside tab. Repeat these steps for the other end.

2. Replace the rails by aligning the ends of the brackets with the buttons on the sides of the door liner. Firmly snap bracket and assembly onto the tabs above the shelf as shown.

Door Bins

To remove and replace the bins:

1. Remove the bin by lifting it and pulling it straight out.

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

pushing it down until it stops.

Freezer Shelf

Depending on your model, the shelf may be wire or glass.

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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