Whirlpool 6ED20PK Refrigerator User Manual
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1. 2 Push firmly to snap into place 3 Close the doors Defrost pan grille See cleaning instructions for defrost pan and condenser coils on page 15 Changing the light bulbs AWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Before removing a light bulb either unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the electricity leading to it at the main power supply Failure to do so could result in personal injury To change refrigerator light 1 Disconnect refrigerator from power supply 2 Reach behind the Control Console to remove bulb 3 Replace bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb 4 Reconnect refrigerator to power supply Refrigerator To change freezer light light 1 Disconnect refrigerator from power supply 2 Push in sides of light shield until it snaps free 3 Replace bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb 4 Replace light shield 5 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 12 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Understanding the sounds you may hear Your new refrigerator may make sounds that 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 you2. Utility compartment Adjustable glass shelves Egg bin Shelf glide Galion deep door shelves Freezer control Refrigerator control 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 tells 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 thumb to make a ball then remove OR e Soak area with liquid hand dishwashing detergent before removing glue as described above Do not use sharp instruments rubbing alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners These can damage the material See Important Safety Instructions on page 3 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 Plugging it in Recommended Grounding Method A 220 or 240 Volt 50 Hz AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused and properly grounded electrical supply is required It is recom
3. 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 Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange Printed on recycled paper 10 post consumer waste 50 recovered materials PART NO 2167461 1994 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark of Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U S A
4. mended 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 BEFORE USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR neta it properly Allow 1 25 cm 1 2 inch space on each side and at the top of the refrigerator for ease of installation 2 If the refrigerator is to be against a wall you might want to leave extra space on the hinge side closest to the wall 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 1 Remove base grille See page 12 roller 2 To raise front turn screw clockwise 3 To lower front turn screw counterclock wise 4 Check with level 5 Replace base grille See page 12 Use a screw driver to adjust Raise Leveling i screw Lower Using Your Refrigerator In This Section Setting the controls Removing the freezer shelves Changing the control settings Removing the freezer bin Adjusting the shelf glide Using the ice cube trays Adjusting the refrigerator shelves 9 Removing the base grille Using the egg bin Changing the light bulbs Removing the crisper and Understanding the sounds crisper cover you may hear Removing the me
5. service first see If You Need Assistance Or Service on page 20 If you need further help feel free to call an authorized Whirlpool service company 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 we have included a handy place below 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 Never clean refrigerator parts with refrigerator flammable fluids The fumes can create a e Child entrapment and suffocation are fire hazard or explosion not problems of the past Junked or e FOR YOUR SAFETY abandoned refrigerators are still danger DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR ous even if they will just sit in the OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND garage a few days LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR If you are getting rid of your old refrig ANY OTHER APPLIANCE THE FUMES erator do it safely CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR e Never allow children to operate play
6. stop 2 Lift the front slightly 3 Slide out the rest of the way 4 Replace in reverse order To remove the cover 1 Remove the crisper the crisper cover and the meat drawer 2 Tilt front of cover up 3 Lift cover at back and pull straight out 4 Replace in reverse order USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Removing the freezer shelves To remove the shelves 1 Lift right side of shelf off supports 2 Slide shelf out of shelf support holes 3 Replace in reverse order Removing the freezer bin To remove the bin 1 Slide bin out to the stop 2 Lift the front to clear the stop 3 Slide bin out the rest of the way Pull out to the stop lift the front and pull again To replace the bin 1 Place bin on the slides 2 Make sure the wire stops clear the front of the slides 3 Slide bin in all the way Using the ice cube trays If you don t use the cubes they may shrink The moving cold air starts a slow evapora tion The longer you store cubes the smaller they get To remove ice 1 Hold tray at both ends 2 Twist slightly 11 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Removing the base grille To remove the grille 1 Open both doors 2 Pull base grille forward to release the support tabs from the metal clips 3 Do not remove Tech Sheet fastened behind the grille Condenser coils To replace the grille 1 Line up grille support tabs with metal clips
7. A Note To You Important Safety Instructions Parts And Features Before Using Your Refrigerator Using Your Refrigerator Caring For Your Refrigerator 14 Food Storage Guide 18 If You Need Assistance Or Service Warranty NO FROST REFRIGERATOR FREEZER B eu MODEL 6ED20PK A Note To You Thank you for buying a Whirlpool appliance You have purchased a quality world class home appliance Years of engineering experience went into its manufacturing To ensure that you enjoy many years of trouble free operation we 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 com plete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance 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 which could cause product damage and electrical shock scratches dents etc and damage to your personal property Help when you need it If you ever have a question concerning your appliance s operation or if you need
8. EXPLOSION with or crawl inside the refrigerator SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Help us help you Please e install and level the refrigerator on a floor that will hold the weight and in an area suitable for its size and use 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 13 C 55 F 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 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 Be sure the refrigerator is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly PARTS AND FEATURES Parts And Features This section contains captioned illustrations Use them to become familiar with where all parts and features are located and what they look like Control panel Removable freezer shelves Freezer light Ice cube ee trays and ice bin as a RSS ARS I li Crisper cover Crisper Meat drawer Freezer bin Leveling rollers behind base grille Control panel So Ox ir N i Base grille Model and serial number label on side wall
9. 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 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 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 Clean the condenser coils regularly Open the door as few times as possible Think about what you need 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 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 r
10. at drawer Saving energy and cover To obtain the best possible results from your refrigerator it is important that you operate it properly This section tells you how to set the controls remove and adjust some of the fea tures in your refrigerator and how to save energy Setting the controls Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are in the refrigerator When you plug in the refrigerator for the first time 1 Set the Refrigerator Control to 3 REFRIGERATOR Refrigerator Control adjustments range from 1 warmest to 5 coldest 2 Set the Freezer Control to B sees Freezer Control adjustments range from C A warmest to C coldest ry TOLEO 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 are 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 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR NOTE The Automatic Exterior Moisture control continuously guards against moisture build up on the outside of your refrigerator cabinet This control does not have to be set or adjusted Changing the control settings If you need to adjust temperatures in e Adjust the Refrigerator Control first refrigerator or freezer use the settings listed e Wait at least 24 hours be
11. ble wrap The use of these wrappings could cause food odor taste transfer and drying of frozen food FOOD STORAGE GUIDE 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 32 to 48 grams of food per liter 2 to 3 Ibs per cubic foot of freezer space Leave enough space for air 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 airtight and moisture proof and the storage temperature which should be 17 8 C 0 F IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE If You Need Assistance Or Service Performance problems often result from little things you can fix without tools Please read the chart below before calling for service on your appliance 1 Before calling for assistance Listed in this chart are the most common problems consumers run into with their appliances Please read through this and see if it can solve your problem PROBLEM Your refrigerator will not operate The lights do not work You hear unfamil iar sounds or a rattling jingling noise There is water in the defrost pan The motor seems to run too much 20 CHECK THE FOLLOWING Is the power supply cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage Has a househol
12. d fuse or circuit breaker blown tripped Is the Refrigerator Control set to the OFF position Is the power supply cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage Has a household fuse or circuit breaker blown tripped Is a bulb burned out Is something on top of or behind the refrigerator Some new sounds are normal See Understanding the sounds you may hear on page 13 This is normal on hot muggy days Make sure the refrigerator is level so the pan does not overflow Are the condenser coils dirty Has the door been opened often Has a large amount of food been added at one time The motor naturally runs longer if these things happen Is the room hot If the room is too warm the motor runs longer to keep the unit cool IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE 2 If the problem is not due to one of the items listed in Step 1 Contact the dealer from whom you pur chased the unit or an authorized Whirlpool service company 3 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 Whirlpool appli ance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new Whirlpool appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area contact the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an au
13. dry thoroughly e Replace with notched corner to the rear Push it in all the way e Make sure defrost pan drain tube is pointing into pan e Replace base grille e Remove base grille e Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month e Replace base grille e Roll refrigerator out only as far as the water supply line allows e Clean floor e Roll refrigerator back into place e Check to see if the refrigerator is level 15 CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR Holiday and moving care Short holidays No need to shut off the refrigerator if you will be away for less than four weeks 1 Use up any perishables 2 Freeze other items Long holidays If you will be gone a month or more 1 Remove all food from the refrigerator 2 Unplug the refrigerator 3 Clean it rinse well and dry 4 Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in This stops odor and mold from building up AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard Do not allow children to climb on play near or climb inside the refrigerator when the doors are blocked open They may become injured or trapped To restart refrigerator see Using Your Refrigerator on page 7 16 Moving When you are moving the refrigerator to a new home Remove all food from the refrigerator Pack all frozen food in dry ice Unplug the refrigerator C
14. efrigerator is not next to a heat source such as a range water heater furnace radiator or in direct sunlight Caring For Your Refrigerator In This Section Cleaning your refrigerator Holiday and moving care 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 tells you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on holiday moving or during a power outage Cleaning your refrigerator Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically However clean both about once a month to prevent odors from building up Wipe up spills 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 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 Removable parts shelves crisper etc Outside Inside walls allow freezer to warm up so cloth won t stick WHAT TO USE Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water Sponge cloth or paper towel with mild detergent warm water and an appliance wax or good auto paste wax Sponge soft cloth or paper towel with baking soda or mild detergent and warm wat
15. er HOW TO CLEAN e Hand wash rinse and dry thor oughly 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 26 g 2 tablespoons to 95 L 1 quart of water e Rinse and dry thoroughly Door liners and gaskets Plastic parts covers and panels Defrost pan Condenser coils Floor under refrigerator CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR WHAT TO USE 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 Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water Vacuum cleaner with extended narrow attachment Floor cleaners HOW TO CLEAN e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly DO NOT USE cleaning waxes concen trated detergents bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic parts e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly DO NOT USE paper towels window sprays scouring cleansers or flam mable fluids These can scratch or damage material See Important Safety Instructions on page 3 e Remove base grille See page 12 e To remove defrost pan lift pan over wire brace remove tape if any e Wash rinse and
16. er longer take the time to study these recommended steps Storing fresh food Wrap or store food placed in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture proof material This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator For dated products check code date to ensure fresh ness Leafy vegetables Remove store wrapping 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 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 original container in a crisper or store in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf Eggs Store without washing in egg bin provided or in the original carton on an 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 18 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 Store most meat in o
17. into the slots in the shelf supports on the back liner wall 2 Tilt front of shelf up until hooks drop into slots 3 Lower front of shelf to a level position Be careful when handling glass items Using the egg bin The egg bin has two pieces the lid and the bin Use the egg bin to hold one two or three dozen eggs To hold one dozen eggs Place a dozen eggs in or out of carton in the bin and cover with the lid To hold two dozen eggs Place two dozen eggs loose in the bin and cover with the lid To hold three dozen eggs Place two dozen eggs loose in the bin Invert the lid and place it on the bin Put a dozen eggs in their carton on top of the lid USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Removing the crisper and crisper cover To remove the crisper 1 Slide the crisper straight out to the stop 2 Lift the front slightly 3 Slide out the rest of the way 4 Replace in reverse order Pull out to the stop lift the front and pull again To remove the cover 1 Hold cover firmly with both hands and lift front of cover off supports 2 Lift cover out by pulling up and out Lift the cover To replace the cover front then 1 Fit back of cover into notch supports on the back walls of refrigerator 2 Lower front into place Removing the meat drawer and cover To remove the meat drawer Pull out to the stop lift 1 Slide the meat drawer straight out to the the front and pull again
18. lean it thoroughly Rinse well and dry Take out all removable parts wrap them well and tape them together so they don t shift and rattle 6 Screw in the leveling rollers 7 Tape the doors shut and tape the power supply cord to the cabinet When you get to your new home put everything back and refer to page 5 ah WN CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR Power interruptions If electricity goes off call the power com OR pany Ask how long power will be off c If neither a food locker or dry ice is 1 If service will be interrupted 24 hours or available use or can perishable food less keep both doors closed This at once helps food stay frozen 3 A full freezer stays cold longer than a 2 If service will be interrupted longer than partly filled one A freezer full of meat 24 hours stays cold longer than a freezer full of a Remove all frozen food and store in a baked goods If food contains ice crystals frozen food locker it may be safely refrozen although the OR quality and flavor may be affected If the condition of the food is poor or if you feel b Place 32 grams of dry ice in freezer it is unsafe dispose of it for every liter 2 Ibs for every cubic foot of freezer space This keeps food frozen for 2 to 4 days Wear gloves to protect your hands from dry ice burns FOOD STORAGE GUIDE Food Storage Guide There is a correct way to package and store refrigerated or frozen food To keep food fresh
19. rigina wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture proof Rewrap if necessary See the following chart for storage times APPROXIMATE TIME TYPE DAYS Chicken 1 to2 Ground beef 1 to2 Steaks and roasts 3to5 Cured meats 7 to 10 Bacon 5to 7 Cold cuts 3to5 Variety meats 1to2 tif storing meat longer than the times given follow the directions for freezing NOTE Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day as purchased 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 food storage times 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 Heavy duty aluminum foil e Plastic coated paper e Non permeable plastic wraps made from a saran film Follow package or container instructions for proper freezing methods Do not use e Bread wrappers e Non polyethylene plastic containers e Containers without tight lids e Waxed paper e Waxed coated freezer wrap e Thin semi permea
20. thorized Whirlpool service company tWhen asking for help or service Please provide a detailed description of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the pur chase date See page 2 This informa tion will help us respond properly to your request 21 WHIRLPOOL Refrigerator Warranty FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct WARRANTY defects in materials or workmanship Service must be From Date of Purchase provided by an authorized Whirlpool 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 4 Drier 2 Evaporator 5 Connecting tubing 3 Condenser 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
21. tween adjustments in the chart below as a guide e Then adjust the Freezer Control if needed RECOMMENDED CONDITION Refrigerator section too warm Freezer section too warm Refrigerator section too cold Ice not made fast enough Both sections too warm REASON e Door opened often e Large amount of food added e Room temperature too warm e Door opened often e Large amount of food added e Very cold room temperature can t cycle often enough e Controls not set correctly for your conditions e Heavy ice usage e Very cold room temperature can t cycle often enough e Door opened often e Large amount of food added e Very warm or very cold room temperatures CONTROL SETTINGS Refrigerator 4 Freezer Refrigerator Freezer Refrigerator Freezer Refrigerator Freezer Refrigerator Freezer Adjusting the shelf glide Use the shelf glide to secure odd shaped items or to separate other items 1 Grasp glide 2 Slide guide along track NOTE Shelf glides cannot be removed USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Adjusting the refrigerator shelves Adjust shelves to match the way you use your refrigerator Glass shelves are strong enough to hold bottles milk and other heavy food items To remove the shelves 1 Remove items from the shelf 2 Tilt shelf up at front 3 Lift shelf up at back 4 Pull shelf straight out To replace the shelves 1 Guide the rear shelf hooks
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