Whirlpool WRX986SIHZ01 Owner’s Manual

User Guide

Bottom Mount Refrigerator

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In an effort to conserve natural resources, this refrigerator includes a condensed User Guide. A complete User Instructions
manual for your model can be downloaded at www.whirlpool.com/manuals. The model number is located on the inside
wall of the refrigerator compartment.

For assistance or service, call 1-800-253-1301 in the U.S.A. or 1-800-807-6777 in Can
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Para una version de estas instrucciones en español, visite www.whirlpool.com.

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:

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DANGER

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

can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

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follow instructions.

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.

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

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

■ Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker kit ready

models only).

■ Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (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.

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What’s New Behind the Doors?

Your French Door Refrigerator comes equipped with innovative storage and energy efficient features.

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.

Energy and Normal Operating Sounds

Your new refrigerator has been designed to optimize energy efficiency,
and better regulate temperatures to match cooling demand. It is normal
for the high efficiency compressor to run for extended periods of time at
varying speeds. In addition, during various stages of the cooling cycle,
you may hear normal operating sounds that are unfamiliar to you.

OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Using the Temperature Controls

IMPORTANT: The display screen on the dispenser control panel will
turn off automatically and enter “sleep” mode when the control buttons
and dispenser pads have not been used for 2 minutes or more. Press
any control button to reactivate the display screen.

IMPORTANT:

Wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. If you add
food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may
spoil.

NOTE: Adjusting the set points 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.

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

Dual Evaporator (on some models)

The refrigerator and freezer compartments have dedicated
evaporators to provide fresh and frozen foods with separate
climates. Frozen food stays cold and dry, while fresh food
remains at the ideal temperature and humidity.

Recommended Refrigerator Temperature

Adjusting the Temperature

For your convenience, your refrigerator and freezer controls are preset
at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the
controls are still set to the recommended settings. The factory
recommended set points are 37°F (3°C) for the refrigerator and 0°F
(-18°C) for the freezer.

Refrigerator set point ran
Freezer set point range: -5°F to 5°F (-21°C to -15°C).
IMPORTANT: Adjust the temperature by only 1° at a time and wait at

least 24 hours between adjustments. Recheck the temperatures before
other adjustments are made.

1. Press and hold TEMPERATURE for 3 seconds.

2. Select the zone by pressing TEMPERATURE (Refrigerator/

Freezer).

3. Press LOCK to raise the set point, or press OPTIONS to lower the

set point.

4. Press MEASURED FILL to save the settings (confirm).
NOTE: To view temperature in degrees Celsius, press LIGHT when

adjust mode is activated. To return the display to Fahr
LIGHT again.

F to 45°F (0°C to 7°C).

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Turn Cooling On/Off

To turn cooling on/off, press and hold LOCK and MEASURED FILL at
the same time for 3 seconds.

When cooling is off, “COOLING OFF” will appear on the display
screen.

Temperature-Controlled Exterior Drawer

Use the refrigerated drawer to store large party platters or deli trays or
use a drawer organizer to store smaller items such as yogurt, juice
boxes, bottled drinks, leafy vegetables and lunch meat within easy
access.

FEATURES GUIDE

IMPORTANT: This control sets the temperature for this drawer only.
Temperatures have been preset for the storage of cold drinks, meats/

cheeses, assorted items, and fruits/vegetables. These preset
temperatures cannot be adjusted.

Press SELECT to toggle through the temperature settings. The icon will
illuminate when

it is selected.

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Fast Ice The Fast Ice feature assists with temporary periods of heavy ice

Door Ajar
Alarm

Vacation
Mode

Disabling
Sounds

Water Filter
Status

Showroom
Mode

use by increasing ice production, over a 24-hour period.
Once activated, Fast Ice remains on for 24 hours unless manually

turned off.

The Door Ajar Alarm feature sounds an alarm when the
refrigerator door(s) or freezer drawer is open for 5 minutes and
cooling is turned on. The alarm will repeat every 2 minutes. Close
all doors and drawer to turn it off.

In Vacation mode, the freezer will defrost less often to conserve
energy.

Once activated, opening and closing the doors or drawers during
the first 24 hours will not affect the setting. After 24 hours has
passed, opening and closing
Vacation mode.

Mutes the dispenser control tones and sounds.

Displays the percentage of use remaining in the water filter (from
100% remaining to 0% remaining).

The water filter status lights will help you know when to change
your water filter.

ORDER FILTER (Yellow) - Order a replacement water filter.
REPLACE FILTER (Red) - Replace the water filter. Replacing

the disposable water filter will automatically reset the water
filter status tracking feature. See “Water Filtration System.”

NOTE: “REPLACE FILTER” will remain illuminated if a filter is not
installed or is installed incorrectly.

This mode is used only when the refrigerator is on display in a
retail store. If you unintentionally activate Showroom mode, the
word “Showroom” will light up on the display. All lights and
controls will function, but the refrigerator will not cool.

the doors or drawers will turn off

To turn On/Off the Fast Ice feature, press the OPTIONS
button to access the Options menu, then press TEMP,
under Fast Ice to activate the feature. When the feature is
on, the Fast Ice icon will appear on the dispenser display.

To mute the audible alarm while keeping the doors open,
such as while cleaning the inside of the refrigerator, press
any button on the control panel. The alarm sound will be
temporarily turned off, but the Door Ajar icon will still be
displayed on the dispenser control panel.

To turn On/Off Vacation mode, press the OPTIONS
button to access the Options menu, then press LOCK,
under Vacation. When the feature is on, the Vacation icon
will appear on the control display.

To turn Off/On control and dispenser sounds, press and
hold ICE/WATER and MEASURED FILL at the same time
for 3 seconds. All normal operating tones are disabled.
Only alert tones will be audible.

Press OPTIONS to access the Options menu. Press
OPTIONS, under Filter Status, again to display
% remaining.

Exit Showroom mode by pressing and holding LIGHT and
LOCK at the same time for 3 seconds.

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Water and Ice Dispensers

ICE AND WATER

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IMPORTANT:

■ Allow 3 hours for the refrigerator to cool down and chill water.

■ The dispensing system will not operate when either the refrigerator

door or freezer drawer is open.

Flush the Water System

Air in the water dispensing system can cause the water dispenser to
drip. After connecting the refrigerator to a water source or replacing the
water filter, flush the water system to force air from the water line.

NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the
dispenser.

1. Using a sturdy container, depress and hold the water dispenser

paddle for 5 seconds.

2. Release the dispenser paddle for 5 seconds. Repeat steps 1 and 2

until water begins to flow.

3. Once water begins to flow, continue depressing and releasing the

dispenser pad (5 seconds on, 5 seconds off) until a total of 3 gal.
(12 L) has been dispensed.

NOTE: You may press ICE/WATER “Back” at any time to exit
calibration mode. The Calibrate Measured Fill icon will disappear.

Calibrate Measured Fill

Household water pressure may affect the accuracy of the Measured Fill
feature. So, for optimum performance of your water dispenser, you must
first calibrate Measured Fill.

IMPORTANT:

■ Flush the water system before calibrating Measured Fill.

■ For best results, calibration should be performed when water is not

being used in the house.

1. Place a sturdy measuring cup (1 cup [237 mL] size) on the

dispenser tray centered in front of the ice/water dispenser paddle.
NOTE: Depending on your model, a measuring cup may be

provided.

3. Press and release the ice/water dispenser paddle, as needed, to

dispense water to the 1 cup fill line.
NOTE: If overfilling or spilling occurs, discard the water and press

ICE/WATER “Back” to restart the calibration process.

4. When 1 cup of water has been correctly dispensed into the

measuring cup, press the MEASURED FILL button under the word
“Confirm” to confirm the calibration.

A. Ice/Water dispenser paddle
B. Measuring cup (1 cup)

2. Press and hold the OPTIONS and LOCK buttons at the

same time for 3 seconds. The words “Back” and “1 Cup”
will appear on the display screen. Also, the Calibrate
Measured Fill icon will illuminate and remain lit while the
Measured Fill feature is being calibrated.

When Measured Fill calibration has been confirmed the icons will
disappear and the display will return to the home screen.

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A. 1 cup of water

Dispensing

ON DIM

Press ICE/WATER to toggle through the following choices in a
continuous loop:

■ Water (default) - Dispenses water

■ Cubed - Dispenses cubed ice.

■ Crushed - Dispenses crushed ice

NOTES:

■ The word “ICE” appears on the display screen when either

crushed or cubed ice is selected.

■ For crushed ice, cubes are crushed before being dispensed.

This may cause a slight delay when dispensing crushed ice.
Noise from the ice crusher is normal, and pieces of ice may
vary in size.

■ When changing from crushed to cubed, a few ounces of

crushed ice will be dispensed along with the first cubes.

Water Crushed Cubed

The Water Dispenser

IMPORTANT:

■ Dispense at least 1 qt (1 L) of water every week to maintain a fresh

supply.

■ If the flow of water from the dispenser decreases, it could be

caused by low water pressure.

■ With the water filter removed, dispense 1 cup of water. If

1 cup of water is dispensed in 8 seconds or less, the water
pressure to the refrigerator meets the minimum requirement.

■ If it takes longer than 8 seconds to dispense 1 cup of water,

the water pressure to the refrigerator is lower than
recommended. See “Water Supply Requirements” and
“Troubleshooting” for suggestions.

To Dispense Water (Standard):

1. Press a sturdy glass against the dispenser paddle.

2. Remove the glass to stop dispensing.

To Dispense Water (Measured Fill):

Measured Fill allows you to dispense a specified amount of water with
the touch of a few controls.

NOTE: The amount of water you select will be dispensed. Make sure
that the container is empty and can hold the entire volume. If ice is in
the container, you may need to adjust your selection.

1. Press MEASURED FILL to turn on the feature. When the feature is

on, the Measured Fill screen appears on the display.

2. You can dispense water by the ounce, cup or liter. The default unit

is ounces. To switch to cups or liters, press the LIGHT button.
Default, minimum, and maximum volumes are listed below.

Units Default Minimum Maximum

Ounces 8 1 128

Cups 1 ¹/₄ 16

Liters 0.25 0.05 4.00

3. Press LOCK or OPTIONS to adjust the water volume as desired.

The LOCK control increases the volume, and the OPTIONS
control lowers the volume.

NOTE: Most coffee cups (commonly 4 to 6 oz [118 to 177 mL] per
cup) are not the same size as a measuring cup (8 oz [237 mL]). You
may need to adjust the volume to avoid unintentionally overfilling
coffee cups.

4. To dispense water, press sturdy glass against the water dispenser

lever OR place the glass below the water dispenser and press the
MEASURED FILL button.

NOTE: While dispensing water, the digital display will count down
how much water remains to be dispensed, according to the volume
you selected. The flow of water will automatically stop once the
desired volume has been dispensed.

5. To stop dispensing before the selected volume has been

dispensed, remove the glass from the dispenser paddle OR press
MEASURED FILL a second time.

NOTE: If you stop dispensing before the desired volume has been
dispensed, the digital display will continue to show how much water
remains to be dispensed. The display will turn off after 1 minute of
inactivity.

6. To select a new volume or start dispensing the same volume

again, you must first finish dispensing the selected volume, or turn
off the Measured Fill feature (either by waiting 1 minute so it will
automatically turn off or by pressing ICE/WATER, under Back, to
manually turn it off) and then turn it back on.

The Ice Dispenser

Ice dispenses from the ice maker storage bin. To turn off the ice maker,
see “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”

The dispenser may continue to make noise and ice may continue to
dispense for several seconds after releasing the dispenser button or
paddle.

IMPORTANT: If the ice cubes are hollow or have an irregular shape, it
could be because of low water pressure. See “Water Supply
Requirements” in the Installation Instructions and Problem Solver.

To Clean the Ice Dispenser Chute:

Humidity causes ice to naturally clump together. Ice particles can build
up until the ice dispenser chute becomes blocked.

If ice is not dispensed regularly, it may be necessary to empty the ice
storage bin and clean the ice delivery chute, the ice storage bin and the
area beneath the storage bin every 2 weeks.

■ Remove the ice clogging the storage bin and delivery chute, using a

plastic utensil if necessary.

■ Clean the ice delivery chute and the bottom of the ice storage bin

using a warm, damp cloth, then dry thoroughly.

Press ICE/WATER to manually turn off the Measured Fill feature.
NOTE: The dispenser will automatically turn off Measured Fill after

1 minute of inactivity.

The Dispenser Light

Press LIGHT to toggle through the
following choices in a continuous loop:
OFF, ON and DIM.

The dispenser lights are LEDs that
cannot be changed. If it appears that your
dispenser lights are not working, see
“Problem Solver” for more information.

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