Whirlpool WZF34X16DW04, WZF79R20DW03, WZF57R16FW04, WZF57R16FW00, WZF56R16DW04 Owner’s Manual

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User Guide

Upright Freezer

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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You

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

follow

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.

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:

follow instructions.

instructions.

DANGER

WARNING

SAFETY

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

INSTALLING YOUR FREEZER .....................................................2

Unpacking ....................................................................................2

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

Electrical Requirements ...............................................................3

Water Supply Requirements

(on some models) .........................................................................4

Connect the Water Supply

(on some models) .........................................................................4

Remove and Replace the Handle ................................................5

Freezer Door .................................................................................5

Freezer Leveling and Door Closing ..............................................6

OPERATING YOUR FREEZER .....................................................7

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

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

Key Eject Lock (on some models) ...............................................8

Ice Maker (on some models) ........................................................8

Freezer Features ...........................................................................8

CARING FOR YOUR FREEZER ....................................................9

Cleaning Your Frost-Free Freezer ................................................9

Changing the Light Bulb ............................................................10

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

Power Interruptions ....................................................................10

Moving Care ...............................................................................10

Freezer Operation.......................................................................11

Ice Production ............................................................................12

Ice Quality ...................................................................................12

WARRANTY ..................................................................................13

2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

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

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■ 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.

■ 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.

Proper Disposal of Your Old

Freezer or Refrigerator

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not

problems of the past. Junked or abandoned freezers or

refrigerators are still dangerous — even if they will sit for

“just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator

or freezer, please follow these instructions to help prevent

accidents.

WARNING

Suffocation Hazard

Remove doors or lid from your old freezer or

refrigerator.

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

Unpacking

Remove Packaging Materials

■ Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning

on the freezer. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the

adhesive with your ngers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

■ Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, ammable

uids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These

products can damage the surface of your freezer. For more

information, see “Safety.”

INSTALLING YOUR FREEZER

Important information to know about disposal of

refrigerants:

Dispose of freezer in accordance with Federal and Local

regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed,

EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with

established procedures.

When Moving Your Freezer:

Your freezer is heavy. When moving the freezer for

cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with cardboard

or hardboard to avoid floor damage. Always pull the freezer

straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or “walk” the

freezer when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install freezer.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Before You Throw Away Your Old

Freezer or Refrigerator:

■ Take off the doors or lid.

■ Leave the shelves in place so

that children may not easily

climb inside.

3

Clean Before Using

After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside

of your freezer before using it. See the cleaning instructions in the

“Caring for Your Freezer” section.

Location Requirements

Upon Moving to Final Location

NOTE: Allow for a 3" (7.5 cm) clearance at the top and sides

and a ¹⁄4" (6.4 mm) clearance between the appliances.

Ventilation and Clearance

■ Keep ammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away

from freezer.

■ Do not cover the freezer with items such as blankets, sheets,

tablecloths, etc. This reduces air circulation.

■ Allow at least 3" (7.5 cm) of air space at the top and on both

sides of the freezer and 1" (2.5 cm) between the back of the

freezer and the wall. If the freezer is to be next to a xed wall,

leave extra space on the hinge side so the door can open

wider.

Temperature

Your freezer operates most efciently when located in an area

where the temperature will not fall below 40°F (5°C). Place your

freezer in a location where the temperature will not fall below this

recommended temperature.

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.

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as

gasoline, away from freezer.

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

3" (7,5 cm)

3" (7,5 cm)

Electrical Requirements

Before you move your freezer into its nal 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 freezer be provided. Use an outlet that

cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension cord.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or

removing a light bulb, press and hold TEMP SETTING for

3 seconds to turn off cooling, and then disconnect the freezer

from the electrical source.

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.

WARNING

4

Water Supply Requirements

(on some models)

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read

and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

Tools Needed

NOTE: Your freezer dealer has a kit available with a ¼"(6.35 mm)

saddle-type shut-off valve, a union, and plastic 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 ow and

clogs more easily.

IMPORTANT:

■ If you turn the freezer on before the water line is connected,

turn the ice maker off.

■ All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

■ Use plastic tubing and check for leaks. Install plastic tubing

only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.

Water Pressure

A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and

120 psi (207 to 827 kPa) is required to operate the water

dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your

water pressure, see “Troubleshooting” or call a licensed,

qualied plumber.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply

If a reverse osmosis water ltration system is connected to your

cold water supply, the water pressure to the 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 to 414 kPa), a booster pump can be inserted

into the small tubing that goes from the cold water line to the

reverse osmosis system.

If the water dispenser is still not dispensing water properly:

■ Check to see whether the sediment lter in the reverse

osmosis system is blocked. Replace the lter if necessary.

■ Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to rell

after heavy usage.

■ If your refrigerator has a water lter, it may further reduce

the water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse

osmosis system. Remove the water lter.

If you have questions about your water pressure, refer to

“Troubleshooting” or call a licensed, qualied plumber.

Connect the Water Supply

(on some models)

Connect to Water Line

1. Unplug freezer 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 1¼" (12.7 mm to 3.18 cm) vertical cold water

pipe near the freezer.

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.

■ Flat-blade screwdriver

■

7

⁄

16

" and ½" open-end

or 2 adjustable wrenches

■ ¼" nut driver

■ ¼" drill bit

■ Cordless drill

A. Cold water pipe

B. Pipe clamp

C. Plastic tubing

D. Compression nut

E. Compression sleeve

F. Shut-off valve

G. Packing 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 ¼" (6.35 mm)

drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the

pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp

screws slowly and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal.

Do not overtighten or you may crush the plastic tubing.

7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the

plastic 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 plastic

tubing.

Connect to Freezer

1. Attach the plastic tube to the valve inlet using a compression

nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not

overtighten.

2. Use the tube clamp on the back of the freezer to fasten the

tubing to the freezer as shown. This will help avoid damage

to the tubing when the freezer is pushed back against the wall.

3. Turn shut-off valve on.

4. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including

connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

A. Tube clamp

B. Tube clamp screw

C. Plastic tubing

D. Compression nut

E. Valve inlet

5. 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.

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B

C

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A

C

B

D

E

4. Determine the length of plastic tubing you need. Measure from

the connection on the lower-left rear of freezer to the water

pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use ¼" (6.35 mm)

O.D. (outside diameter) plastic tubing. Be sure both ends of

plastic tubing are cut square.

5. Using a cordless drill, drill a ¼" (6.35 mm) hole in the cold

water pipe you have selected.