Whirlpool TT18HK User's Manual
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1. personal property Our Consumer Assistance Center number 1 800 253 1301 is toll free 24 hours a day If you ever have a question concerning your appliance s operation or if you need service first see If You Need Assistance Or Service on page 18 If you need further help feel free to call our Consumer Assistance Center When calling you will need to know your appliance s complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number label see diagram on page 4 For your convenience below we have included a handy place for you to record these numbers the purchase date from the sales slip and your dealer s name and telephone number Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Model Number Dealer Name Serial Number Dealer Phone Purchase Date Important Safety Instructions AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using your refrigerator follow these basic precautions e Read all instructions before using the e Never allow children to operate play with refrigerator or crawl inside the refrigerator e Child entrapment and suffocation are e Never clean refrigerator parts with not problems of the past Junked or flammable fluids The fumes can create a abandoned refrigerators are still danger fire hazard or explosion ous even if they will just sit in the e FOR YOUR SAFETY e garage a few days DO2. off your ice maker by raising signal drops turn off the ice maker Make sure all arm wer oe out q machanie i 2 Shut off the water supply to the ice maker nplug the refrigerator Clean it rinse we ee and dry Tape rubber or wood blocks to the Su EMPTY He jcs Gir tops of both doors to prop them open far Moving enough for air to get in This wili keep odor If your refrigerator is equipped with an auto and mold from building up matic ice maker shut off the ice maker water supply at least a day ahead Disconnect the AWARNING water line After the last load of ice drops lift the signal arm to turn off the ice maker Personal Milly Hazard Remove all food Pack frozen food in dry Do not allow children to climb on play ice Unplug the refrigerator and clean it near or climb inside the refrigerator thoroughly when the doors are blocked open Take out all removable parts Wrap all parts They may become injured or trapped well and tape them together so they don t shift and rattle Screw in the leveling legs tape the To restart refrigerator see Using Your doors shut and tape the electric cord to the Refrigerator on page 7 cabinet When you get to your new home put every thing back and refer to page 5 Also if you have an automatic ice maker remember to reconnect the water supply line 15 Power interruptions If electricity goes off call the power com pany Ask how long power will be off 1 If servi
3. LEM The motor seems to run too much POSSIBLE CAUSE The door has been opened frequently A large amount of food has been put in at one time 2 If you need assistance Call Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial toll free from anywhere in the U S A 1 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recom mend a qualified service company in your area If you prefer write to Mr William Clark Consumer Assistance Representative Whirlpool Corporation 2000 M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service Whirlpool has a nation gt wide network of autho 001 rized Whirlpool service companies Whirlpool service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number see Step 2 or look in your tele phone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCE HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co WASHING MACHINES amp DAYERS SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Ex
4. NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR lf you are getting rid of your old refrig OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND Arator dO I sacl lease roadihe LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR enclosed safety booklet from the Asso ANY OTHER APPLIANCE THE FUMES SAT Home Appliance Manufactur CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR leas sd EXPLOSION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Help us help you Please Install and level the refrigerator on a floor that will hold the weight and in an area suitable for its size and use e Do not install the refrigerator near an oven radiator or other heat source Do not use the refrigerator in an area where the room temperature will fall below 55 F 13 C e Keep the refrigerator out of the weather e Connect the refrigerator only to the proper kind of outlet with the correct electrical supply and grounding Refer to the Electrical Requirements and Grounding Instructions Sheet e Do not load the refrigerator with food before it has time to get properly cold e Use the refrigerator only for the uses described in this manual e Properly maintain the refrigerator e Be sure the refrigerator is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly Parts And Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your appliance Use them to become familiar with where all parts and features are located and what they look like Ice cube trays Freezer shelf Control panel Butter Model and comp
5. Use AndCare A Note To You important Safety Instructions Parts And Features Before Using Your Refrigerator Using Your Refngerator 7 Caring For Your Refrigerator 14 Food Storage Guide 16 If You Need Assistance Or Service Warranty 1 800 253 1301 Call us with questions or comments NO FROST REFRIGERATOR FREEZERS 7 73 MODEL TT18HK A Note To You Thank you for buying an Estate appliance You have purchased a quality world class home appliance Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble free operation we have developed this Use and Care Guide It is full of valuable information on how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appli ance This will help us notify you about any new information on your appliance Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety symbols and statements Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol AWARNING ACAUTION This symbol will help alert you to such This symbol will help you avoid actions dangers as personal injury burns fire and which could cause product damage electrical shock scratches dents etc and damage to your
6. age A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker tripped The Temperature Control is not set correctly There is something on top of or behind the refrigerator The sounds are normal This is normal in hot muggy weather The pan may even be half full A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker tripped The power supply cord is not plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage The bulb is burned out The freezer has not had enough time to get cold The signal arm is in the OFF up position The water valve is turned off Water is not getting to the ice maker SOLUTION Firmly plug power cord into a live circuit with proper voltage See page 5 Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker Set Temperature Control to a numbered setting See page 7 Remove item from on top of or behind the refrigerator New features on your new refrigerator make new sounds See Understanding the sounds you may hear on page 12 Make sure the refrigerator is level so the pan does not overflow Replace household fuse or reset circuit breaker Firmly plug power cord into a live circuit with proper voltage See page 5 Replace bulb See page 11 Allow the freezer time to get cold this could take overnight Push signal arm down to the ON position See page 10 Turn the water valve on Check the water line for clogs or leaks IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE PROB
7. ample XYZ Service Co The condenser coils are dirty It is hot outside or in the room SOLUTION Clean the coils See page 15 On hot days or if the room is too warm the motor naturally runs longer Open the door as few times as possible The motor will run longer in order to cool down the interior when food is added 4 If you need FSP replace ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Estate appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Estate appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 3 above or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 2 5 If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry e Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action 19 ESTATE Refrigerator Warranty FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY FSP replacement parts and repair labor to cor
8. apping and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas Wash in cold water and drain Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper Vegetables with skins carrots peppers Store in crisper plastic bags or plastic container 16 Fruit Wash let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bags or crisper Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use Sort and keep berries in their store container in a crisper or store in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf Eggs Store without washing in the original carton on interior shelf Milk Wipe milk cartons For best storage place milk on interior shelf Butter or margarine Keep opened butter in covered dish or closed compartment When storing an extra supply wrap in freezer packaging and freeze Cheese Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to use it Once opened rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil Leftovers Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or alumi num foil Plastic containers with tight lids can also be used Meat Most meat can be stored in original wrap ping as long as it is air and moisture proof Rewrap if necessary See the following chart for storage times Storing frozen food The freezer section is designed for storage of commercially frozen food and for freezing food at home NOTE For further information about prepar ing food for freezing or about freezer storage times conta
9. artment serial number label on side wall Meat drawer Crisper cover Adjustable wire shelves a Crispers Base grille Leveling rollers behind base grille Control panel Refrigerator control Exterior moisture Light Freezer control control switch BEFORE USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Before Using Your Refrigerator In This Section Cleaning It Plugging It In installing It properly Leveling it It is important to prepare your refrigerator for use This section will tell you how to clean it connect it to a power source install it and level it Cleaning it Removing packaging materials Remove tape and any inside labels except the model and serial number label before using the refrigerator To remove any remaining glue e Rub briskly with your thumb to make a ball then remove OR e Soak area with liquid hand dishwashing detergent before removing glue as de scribed above Do not use sharp instru ments rubbing alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners These can damage the material See Important Safety Instruc tions on page 3 Plugging it in Recommended Grounding Method A 115 Volt 60 Hz AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused and properly grounded electrical supply is required It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain Do not use an extension cord See Electrical Require
10. ated and to obtain increased storage capacity e t is normal for ice crescents to be attached by a corner They will break apart easily You will hear water running when ice maker is working You ll hear ice fall into the bin Don t let these sounds bother you 10 e The ice maker will not operate until the freezer is cold enough to make ice This can take overnight e Because of new plumbing connections the first ice may be discolored or off flavored Discard the first few batches of ice e If ice is not being made fast enough and more ice is needed turn the Refrigerator Control toward a higher number Wait a day and if necessary turn the Freezer Control toward C e f you remove the ice bin raise the signal arm to shut off the ice maker When you return the bin push it in all the way and lower the signal arm to the ON position USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR e If cubes are stored too long they may develop an off flavor like stale water Throw them away Ice maker will make new ice Cubes in the ice bin can also become smaller by evaporation e Good water quality is important for good ice quality It is not recommended that the ice maker be connected to a softened water supply Water softener chemicals such as salt from a malfunctioning soft ener can damage the ice maker mold and lead to poor ice quality If a softened water supply cannot be avoided it is important that the water softener be well maintained and o
11. ce is to be interrupted 24 hours or less keep both doors closed This will help foods stay frozen 2 If service is to be interrupted longer than 24 hours a Remove all frozen food and store in a frozen food locker OR b Place 2 Ibs 0 9 kg of dry ice in freezer for every cubic foot of freezer space This will keep food frozen for 2 to 4 days Wear gloves to protect your hands from dry ice burns CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR OR c If neither a food locker or dry ice is available use or can perishable food at once 3 A full freezer will stay cold longer than a partly filled one A freezer full of meat will stay cold longer than a freezer full of baked goods If food contains ice crystals it may be safely refrozen although the quality and flavor may be affected If the condition of the food is poor or if you feel it is unsafe dispose of it Questions Call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 Food Storage Guide In This Section Storing fresh food There is a correct way to package and store refrigerated or frozen food To keep food fresher longer take the time to study these recommended steps Storing fresh food Food placed in the refrigerator should be wrapped or stored in air and moisture proof material This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator For dated products check code date to ensure freshness Leafy vegetables Remove store wr
12. ct your local Coopera tive Extension Service or check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook Packaging The secret of successful freezing is in the packaging The way you close and seal the package must not allow air or moisture in or out Packaging done in any other way could cause food odor and taste transfer through out the refrigerator and drying of frozen food Packaging recommended for use e Rigid plastic containers with tight fitting lids e Straight sided canning freezing jars e Heavy duty aluminum foil Plastic coated paper e Non permeable plastic wraps made from a saran film Follow package or container instructions for proper freezing methods FOOD STORAGE GUIDE TYPE DAYS Chicken o e o O Variety meats 1to2 If meat is to be stored longer than the times given follow the directions for freezing NOTE Fresh fish and shellfish should be used the same day as purchased Do not use Bread wrappers Non polyethylene plastic containers Containers without tight lids e Waxed paper s Waxed coated freezer wrap e Thin semi permeable wrap The use of these wrappings could cause food odor taste transfer and drying of frozen food Freezing Do not expect your freezer to quick freeze any large quantity of food Put no more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours No more than 2 to 3 pounds of food per cubic foot of freezer space Leave enough space for air
13. e items from shelf 2 Tilt shelf up at front 3 Lift back of shelf 4 Pull shelf straight out To replace glass shelves 1 Guide the rear shelf hooks into the slots in the shelf supports on cabinet wall 2 Tilt shelf up at front until hooks drop into slots Lower front of shelf to level position USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Removing the meat drawer and cover The meat drawer and cover can be removed for cleaning or moved to another shelf if desired Remove the meat drawer first To remove the meat drawer Lift the front 1 Slide the drawer straight out to the stop then the back 2 Lift the front 3 Slide drawer out the rest of the way 4 Replace in reverse order To remove the cover 1 Remove the meat drawer 2 Tilt front of cover up 3 Pull cover up and out To replace the cover 1 Fit bottom notches of cover over rear and center cross bars of sheff 2 Lower cover into place 3 Replace the meat drawer Pull out to the stop lift the front and pull again Removing the crispers and crisper cover To remove the crispers 1 Slide the crisper straight out to the stop Pull out to the 2 Lift the front stop lift the _ front and 3 Slide out the rest of the way pull again 4 Replace in reverse order To remove the cover 1 Push up glass insert from the bottom then slide it out with both hands 2 Lift front of cover frame 3 Pull cover frame up and out 4 Remove metal c
14. ed before you open the door Get everything out at one time Keep food organized so you won t have to search for what you want Close door as soon as food is removed e Go ahead and fill up the refrigerator but don t overcrowd it so air movement is blocked USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR e It is a waste of electricity to set the refrig erator and freezer to temperatures colder than they need to be If ice cream is firm in the freezer and drinks are as cold as your family likes them that s cold enough e Make sure your refrigerator is not next toa heat source such as a range water heater furnace radiator or in direct sunlight 13 Cleaning your refrigerator Vacation and moving care Caring For Your Refrigerator In This Section Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service However there are a few things you can do to help extend its product life This section will tell you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation moving or during a power outage Cleaning your refrigerator Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically But both should be cleaned about once a month to help prevent odors from building up Spills should be wiped up right away To clean your refrigerator turn the Refrig erator Control to OFF unplug it take out all removable parts and clean the refrigerator according to the following directions WHAT TO USE Removable pa
15. keep moisture from forming on the outside of the refrigerator OFF ON cabinet 1 Use the OFF setting when humidity is low 2 Use the ON setting if moisture forms on the outside of the refrigerator cabinet USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Changing the control settings If you need to adjust temperatures in refrig Adjust the Refrigerator Control first erator or freezer use the settings listed inthe e Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments chart below as a guide If you have ques e Then adjust the Freezer Control if needed tions call our Consumer Assistance Center number See page 19 RECOMMENDED CONDITION REASON CONTROL SETTINGS If Refrigerator Door opened often Refrigerator Section is Large amount of food added Freezer TOO WARM Room temperature too warm If Freezer Door opened often Refrigerator Section is Large amount of food added Freezer TOO WARM Very cold room temperature can t cycle often enough If Refrigerator Controls not set correctly Refrigerator Section is for your conditions Freezer TOO COLD If ICE isn t Heavy ice usage Refrigerator MADE FAST Very cold room temperature Freezer ENOUGH can t cycle often enough If BOTH Door opened often Refrigerator SECTIONS Large amount of food added Freezer are TOO WARM Very warm or very cold room temperatures Adjusting the refrigerator shelves Shelves can be adjusted to match the way you use your refrigerator To remove glass shelves 1 Remov
16. ker Changing the light bulbs Removing the base grille Changing the controi settings Adjusting the refrigerator shelves Removing the meat drawer and Reversing the door swing Removing the crispers and crisper Understanding the sounds 9 you may hear Removing the freezer shelf Saving energy Using the Ice cube trays In order to obtain the best possible results from your refrigerator it is important that you operate it properly This section will tell you how to do just that Setting the controls Temperature controls Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are in the refrigerator When the refrigerator is plugged in for the first time 1 Set the Refrigerator Control to 4 Refrigerator Control adjustments range from 1 warmest to 8 coldest 2 Set the Freezer Control to C Freezer Control adjustments range from A coldest to D warmest 3 Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food This may take several hours The settings indicated above should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage The controls will be set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm If you need to adjust these settings see Changing the control settings on page 8 REFRIGERATOR lt 4 WARMER eee Exterior moisture control The Exterior Moisture Control operates electric heaters around the door openings EXTERIOR MOISTURE CONTROL These heaters help
17. ments and Ground ing Instructions Sheet in your Literature Package NOTE Do not remove any permanent instruction labels inside your refrigerator Do not remove the Tech Sheet fastened under the refrigerator at the front Cleaning it before use After removing all packaging materials clean your refrigerator before using it if necessary See cleaning instructions on pages 14 15 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle SW isa i lad grounding plug Refrigerator power cord BEFORE USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Installing it properly 1 Allow inch 1 25 cm space on each side and at the top of the refrigerator for ease of installation 2 If the hinge side of the refrigerator is to be against a wall you might want to leave extra space so the door can be opened wider 3 The refrigerator can be flush against the wall Leveling it Your refrigerator has 2 front leveling Right to raise screws one on the right and one on the left left to lower To adjust one or both of these follow the directions below Front Use a screwdriver 1 Remove base grille See page 12 foller to adjust 2 To raise front turn screw clockwise d l Raise 3 To lower front turn screw counterclock AR wise G 4 Check with level 7 Leveli y 5 Replace base grille See page 12 aS P SN Lower Using Your Refrigerator In This Section Setting the controls Using the optional automatic ice ma
18. over support Remove the glass insert To replace the cover Lift front of 1 Replace metal cover support on wall cover frame supports in front section of cabinet then the 2 Fit back corner of cover frame into notch back supports on walls of refrigerator then lower front onto metal cover support 3 Slide back of glass insert into cover frame Then lower front to level position USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Removing the freezer shelf To remove the shelf 1 Lift front of shelf slightly 2 Lift back of shelf off supports gt 3 Replace in reverse order Using the ice cube trays If cubes are not used they may shrink The moving cold air starts a slow evaporation The longer cubes are stored the smaller they get To romove ice 1 Hold tray at both ends 2 Twist slightly Using the optional automatic ice maker If you have an automatic ice maker or if you plan to add one later Part No IMKIT there are a few things you will want to know e The ON OFF lever is a wire signal arm Down to make ice automatically Raise Up to shut off the ice maker signal NOTE Do not turn ice maker on until itis amp m t connected to the water supply Instruc stop ti for i t lv y ice up are attached to the back of the refrigerator cabinet Lower e The dial or lever on the side of the ice signal maker changes the size of the cubes arm to Shake the bin occasionally to keep cubes start it separ
19. perating properly Changing the light bulbs AWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Before removing a light bulb either unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the electricity leading to the refrigerator at the main power supply Failure to do so could result in electri cal shock or personal injury To change the refrigerator light 1 Disconnect refrigerator from power supply 2 Reach behind Control Panel to remove bulbs 3 Remove bulb and replace with a 40 watt appliance bulb 4 Reconnect refrigerator to power supply NOTE Not all commercial appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator Be sure to replace a bulb with one of the same size and shape USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Removing the base grille To remove the grille 1 Open refrigerator door 2 Pull base grille forward to release the support tabs from the metal clips 3 Do not remove Tech Sheet fastened behind the grille To replace the grille 1 Line up grille support tabs with metal clips 2 Push firmly to snap into place 3 Close refrigerator door See cleaning instructions for defrost pan and condenser coils on page 15 Condenser Defrost pan Support tabs grille Reversing the door swing You can change the hinges on your refrig erator so the doors open the other way Refer to the instruction sheet included with your refriaerator Understanding the sounds you may hear Your new refrigerator may make sounds tha
20. rect From Date of Purchase defects in materials or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpools service company FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship in the sealed refrigeration system These parts are 1 Compressor 2 Evaporator 3 Condenser 4 Drier 5 Connecting tubing Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of your refrigerator 2 Instruct you how to use your refrigerator 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing 4 Replace light bulbs B Repairs when your refrigerator is used in other than normal single family household use C Pickup and delivery Your refrigerator is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to your refrigerator caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool E Any food loss due to product failure F Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal right
21. rts Sponge or cloth with shelves crisper etc mild detergent and warm water Outside Sponge cloth or paper towel with mild detergent warm water and an appliance wax or good auto paste wax Inside walls Sponge soft cloth or paper towel with freezer should be allowed to warm up so cloth won t stick Door liners and gaskets Plastic parts covers and panels 14 baking soda or mild detergent and warm water Sponge soft cloth or paper towel with mild detergent and warm water Soft clean sponge or soft clean cloth with mild detergent and warm water AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard Refrigeration system tubes are located near the defrost pan and can become hot Remove and install defrost pan carefully Failure to do so could result in personal injury HOW TO CLEAN e Hand wash rinse and dry thoroughly e Wash outside of cabinet Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners e Rinse and dry thoroughly e Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year Apply wax with a clean soft cloth Waxing painted metal surfaces provides rust protection Do not wax plastic parts e Wash with mixture of warm water and mild detergent or baking soda 2 tablespoons 26 g to 1 quart 95 L of water e Rinse and dry thoroughly e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly DO NOT USE cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic parts e Wash rinse and dr
22. s and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange If you need service first see the Assistance or Service section of this book After checking Assistance or Service additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S A PART NO 2163600 1893 Whiripoot Corporation Registered Trademark of Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
23. t your old one didn t Because the sounds are new to you you might be concerned about them Don t be Most of the new sounds are normal Hard surfaces like the floor walls and cabinets can make the sounds seem louder The following describes the kinds of sounds that might be new to you and what may be making them Slight hum soft hiss You may hear the refrigerator s fan motor and moving air Clicking or snapping sounds The thermostat makes a definite click when the refrigerator stops running It also makes a sound when the refrigerator starts The defrost timer will click when the defrost cycle starts 12 Water sounds When the refrigerator stops running you may hear gurgling in the tubing for a few minutes after it stops You may also hear defrost water running into the defrost water pan Ice maker sounds e trickling water e thud clatter of ice If your refrigerator has an ice maker you may hear buzzing from the water valve trickling water and the clatter of ice dumped into the bin Running sounds Your refrigerator has a high efficiency compressor and motor it will run longer than older designs It may even seem to run most of the time Saving energy You can help your refrigerator use less electricity e Check door gaskets for a tight seal Level the cabinet to be sure of a good seal e Clean the condenser coils regularly e Open the door as few times as possible Think about what you ne
24. to circulate around packages Be careful to leave enough room at the front so the door can close tightly Storage times will vary according to the quality of the food the type of packaging or wrap used air and moisture proof and the storage temperature which should be 0 F 17 8 C 17 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE if You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems their causes and actions you can take to solve each problem Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service When calling our Consumer Assistance Center for help or calling for service please provide a detailed descrip tion of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date See page 2 This information will help us respond properly to your request 1 Before calling for assistance Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix without tools of any kind Please check the chart below for problems you can fix It could save you the cost of a service call PROBLEM Your refrigerator will not operate Unfamiliar sounds ora rattling jingling noise There is water in the defrost pan The lights do not work The optional ice maker will not operate 18 POSSIBLE CAUSE The power supply cord is not plugged into a live circuit with proper volt
25. y thoroughly DO NOT USE paper towels window sprays scouring cleansers or flammable fluids These can scratch or damage material See Important Safety Instructions on page 3 CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Defrost pan Sponge or cloth with e Remove base grille See page 12 mild detergent and e To remove defrost pan lift pan over wire brace warm water remove tape if any e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly e Replace with notched comer to the rear Push it in all the way e Make sure defrost pan drain tube is pointing into pan e Replace base grille Condenser coils Vacuum cleaner with Remove base grille extended narrow e Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty Coils may need to attachment be cleaned as often as every other month e Replace base grille Floor under Floor cleaners e Roll refrigerator out only as far as the water supply line refrigerator allows e Clean floor e Roll refrigerator back into place e Check to see if the refrigerator is level Vacation and moving care Long vacations Short vacations Remove all the food if you are going for a No need to shut off the refrigerator if you will month or more If your refrigerator is be away for less than four weeks Use up equipped with an automatic ice maker turn perishables freeze other items If you have off the water supply to the ice maker at least an automatic ice maker one day ahead When the last load of ice 1 Turn
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