Whirlpool 2193496 Refrigerator User Manual
Contents
1. 1 WARMER WARMER 1 FREEZER 2 3 REFRIGERATOR RECOMMENDED SETTING P RECOMMENDED SETTING 5 COOLER ALLOW 24 HOURS BETWEEN ADJUSTMENTS COOLER 5 Freezer control Refrigerator control Utility compartment Flip up shelf p 10 Egg bin on some models Adjustable wire shelves p 10 Snap on door trim p 9 Base grille p 16 Drop in door trim p 9 PARTS AND FEATURES STYLE 2 Ice cube trays and shelf Soles a Freezer shelf a a Eoo C T i nT eo Snap on it rs jx p 9 amn E a Se ee ae E l EEE asy clean T 7 a freezer bottom Utility p 4 compartment Control panel sheas n ill Flip up shelf p 8 p 10 Model and Egg bin serial number 1 on some label models on side wall Adjustable door bins Meat drawer p 11 Crisper cover p 11 1 p 10 nv Nel I Adjustable glass Crispers p 10 p 11 Levelin Drop in rollers door trim behind base p 9 grille p 7 Base grille p 16 Control panel Menn 5 IS COLDEST SETTING am a REFRIGERATOR WARMER 3 COLDER 3 IS RECOMMENDED SETTING WARMER 3 COLDER FREEZER Refrigerator control Freezer control Before Using Your Refrigerator 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 For information on how to attach2. e Wax paper e Wax coated freezer wrap e Thin semi permeable wrap The use of these wrappings could cause food odor taste transfer and drying of frozen food 24 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 3 Ibs of food per cubic foot 900 1 350 g per liter 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 0 F 17 8 C Troubleshooting Performance problems often result from little things you can fix without tools Please read through Before calling for assistance below before calling for service on your appliance 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 CHECK THE FOLLOWING Your refrigerator Is the power supply cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage will not operate Has a household fuse or circuit breaker blown tripped Is the Refrigerator Control set to the OFF position The lights do Is the power supply cord f
3. Tilt cover up at the front 4 Pull cover forward and out To replace the cover 1 Fit notches and rear edge of cover over rear and center crossbars on the shelf 2 Lower cover into place 3 Replace the meat drawer Pull out to the stop lift the front and pull again Shelf Meat drawer Remove meat drawer before cover Removing the crispers and crisper cover To remove the crispers 1 Slide crisper straight out to the stop 2 Lift the front 3 Slide out the rest of the way 4 Replace in reverse order To remove the cover 1 Push up the glass insert from the bottom then slide out with both hands 2 Lift front of cover frame 3 Lift cover frame up and out To replace the cover 1 Fit back of cover frame into notch supports on back wall of refrigerator then lower the front into place 2 Slide back of glass insert into place then lower front Pull out to the stop lift the front and pull again Remove the cover Insert Lift the cover front then the back NOTE Handle glass insert with care It is heavy USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Adjusting the crisper cover track on some models For your convenience one crisper may be larger than the other and your crisper cover may have an adjust able track so you can switch positions of the crispers This allows you to store celery and other longer items in a crisper You can adjust the cover track with the cover in
4. appliance 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 refer to Step 2 or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 1 4 If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Program MACAP MACAP is a group of indepen dent 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 Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action Please provide a detailed description 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 26 27 Warranty WHIRLPOOL Refrigerator Warranty FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or WARRANTY workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service From Date of Purchase 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 ref
5. ON OFF lever is a wire signal arm y N eee DOWN to make ice automatically Ott ice maker UP to shut off the ice maker IMPORTANT Do not turn ice maker on until you on peti connect it to the water supply gt icaemaket J e f you remove the ice bin raise the signal arm to shut off the ice maker When you replace the bin push it in all the way and lower the ice maker signal arm to the ON position e It is normal for ice crescents to be attached by a corner They break apart easily e The ice maker will not operate until the freezer is cold enough to make ice This can take overnight 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 5 Good water quality is important for good ice quality Try to avoid connecting the ice maker to a softened water supply Water softener chemicals such as salt from a malfunctioning softener can damage the ice maker mold and lead to poor ice quality If you cannot avoid a softened water supply make sure the water softener is operating properly and is well maintained Solving common ice maker problems PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION ice crescents attached This is normal They break apart easily Shake bin occasionally to keep cubes at corners separated Ice maker will not e ON OFF lever is in the OFF up position Lower lever to the ON down position operate
6. ON SCREW SCREW USE ON SCREW BOTTOM OF TOP OF DOORS DOORS 20 Caring for Your Refrigerator 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 vacation moving or during a power outage Cleaning your refrigerator Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost AWARNING automatically However clean both about once a month to help prevent odors from building up Wipe up spills right away To clean your refrigerator unplug it take out all removable parts and clean the refrigerator according to the following directions PART Removable parts shelves crispers etc Outside Inside walls allow freezer to warm up so cioth won t stick Door liners and gaskets Plastic parts covers and panels Defrost pan Condenser coils WHAT TO USE Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water Sponge cloth or paper towel with mild detergent warm water and a good appliance wax or good auto paste wax Sponge soft cloth or paper towel with 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 Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water Vacuum cleaner with ex
7. heat source such as a range water heater furnace radiator or in direct sunlight Reversing the door swing TOOLS NEEDED s inch hex head socket wrench No 2 Phillips screw driver flat head screwdriver 12 inch open end wrench IMPORTANT INFORMATION e Before you begin turn refrigerator OFF unplug it and remove any food from door shelves e Remove base grille See page 16 e When removing hinges keep doors closed until ready to lift free from cabinet e To remove doors start at the top hinge and work your way down e To remove the center hinge screws remove the center hinge pin by turning it 1 4 to turn It will pop up e To replace doors start at the bottom hinge and work your way up e Line up doors so they are centered between the sides of the cabinet and parallel with each other e Seal all unused openings with screws or plastic plugs Moisture will enter any openings e Door seal may be adjusted by adding or removing shims to the center and bottom hinges USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Reversing the hinges TOP HINGE Cover Z Screws E Top hinge Shim RE E BOTTOM HINGE Door stop NOTE When replacing the doors set the door gap at 16 inch 17 mm Oo 1 Cabinet Lae 7 mm Door Magnetic gasket 19 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Reversing the handles 5 e inch HEX COUNTERSINK OVAL SEALING HANDLE OVAL SEALING HEAD HINGE SCREW SCREW USE
8. the ice maker to a water supply see page 14 or for information on how to reverse the door swing see page 19 Cleaning your refrigerator Removing packaging materials Remove tape and any inside labels except the model and serial number label before using the refrigerator To remove any remaining tape or label glue e Rub briskly with thumb OR e Apply liquid hand dishwashing detergent to area 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 page 21 Plugging it in AWARNING A Chi Fire Hazard Do not use an extension cord Doing so can result in death fire or electrical shock 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 Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong
9. these recommended steps Storing fresh food Wrap or store food 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 freshness 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 containers 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 original con tainer in a crisper or store in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf Eggs Store without washing in original carton on interior shelf On some models an egg storage container is provided for your convenience 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 aluminum foil Plastic containers with tight lids can also be used Meat Store most meat in origin
10. LOSION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Proper disposal of your old refrigerator AWARNING 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 refrig erators are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER e Take off the doors e Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside 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 Page references are included for your convenience NOTE The model you have purchased may have all or some of the parts and features shown and they may not match the illustration exactly This manual covers several models STYLE 1 Ice cube SOAR trays p 2 es nm L u Freezer shelf p 12 T l freezer bottom Control panel p 8 Model and serial number label on side wall ala Meat drawer p 11 Crisper cover p 11 Crispers p 11 l Leveling rollers behind base grille P 7 Control panel
11. Table of Contents complete A Note to You Refrigerator Safety Parts and Features Before Using Your Refrigerator Using Your Refrigerator Attaching the optional ice maker to a water Reversing the door swing Caring for Your Refrigerator Food Storage Guide 23 Troubleshooting Requesting Assistance or Service Warranty 1 800 253 1301 Call our Consumer Assistance Center with questions or comments 18 TO 20 NO FROST TOP FREEZER REFRIGERATOR PART NO 2193496 CIKA Table of Contents Page A Note to VOU giaisctes einstein atte 2 Refrigerator Safety 0 cccccsseereetesteeeesesneneenees 3 Parts and Features 000 cccccccccesseeeeeeeeeeteeeeee 4 Before Using Your Refrigerator 0000 8 6 Using Your Refrigerator cccccceeeeeceeeeeneres 8 Setting the controls cccccessesessessssssssnersenaeeeenes 8 Changing the control settings cccscccceeeeeeeees 8 Removing the drop in door trim ceeeeeceeneeeeeeees 9 Removing the snap on door trim ecce 9 Adjusting the door bins cceceececeeeseseeeeenerees 10 Adjusting the refrigerator shelves 08 10 Using the flip up door shelf eeceeeeetteeeees 10 Removing the meat drawer and cover 11 Removing the crispers and crisper cover 11 A Note to You Page Adjusting the crisper Cover track c ecceeeeeees 12 Adjust
12. al wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture proof Rewrap if necessary See the following for storage times When storing meat longer than the times given freeze the meat Chicken 1 2 days Bacon ee 5 7 days Ground beef 1 2 days Cold cuts 3 5 days Steaks roasts 3 5 days Variety meats 1 2 days Cured meats 7 10 days NOTE Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day as purchased 23 FOOD STORAGE GUIDE Storing frozen food The freezer section is designed for storage of com mercially frozen food and for freezing food at home NOTE For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times contact your local Cooperative Extension Service or check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook Packaging The secret to 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 throughout 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 e Plastic coated paper e Non permeable plastic wraps made from 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
13. duce water flow and clog more easily Cold water supply The ice maker water valve contains a flow washer which is used as a water pressure regulator The ice maker needs to be connected to a cold water line with water pressure limitations of 20 120 psi If a problem occurs call your utility company IMPORTANT e t may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to begin producing ice e f operating the refrigerator before installing the water connection turn ice maker to the OFF position to prevent operation without water e All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements Installation is not warranted by refrigerator or ice maker manufacturer Connecting to water line 1 Find a 2 inch to 1 inch vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator NOTE Horizontal pipe will work but the following Precaution must be taken Drill on the top side of the pipe not the bottom This will help keep water away from the drill This also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve 2 Measure from connection on rear of refrigerator to water pipe Add 7 feet 2 1 m to allow for moving refrigerator for cleaning This is the length of inch O D copper tubing you will need for the job length from connection to water pipe PLUS 7 feet 2 1 m Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square 3 Turn OFF main water supply Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water 4 Using a g
14. enough Refrigerator e Controls not set correctly for your conditions section too cold Ice not made e Heavy ice usage fast enough e Very cold room temperature can t cycle often enough Both sections e Door opened often too warm e Large amount of food added e Very warm or very cold room temperatures USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Removing the drop in door trim To remove the trim piece 1 Remove ali items from the shelf 2 Pull Straight up on the trim piece at each end poopoonnn To replace the trim piece 1 Locate each end of the trim piece above the trim pocket opening 2 Push the trim piece Straight down until it stops 4 3 Replace items on the shelf Removing the snap on door trim To remove the trim piece l 1 Remove all items from the shelf amp 2 Pull out on the inside tab at each end 3 Lift trim piece Straight out To replace the trim Piece e 1 Line up ends Of the trim piece with the button on the door liner wall 2 Push trim piece straight Back until it Snaps securely into place 3 Replace items on the shelf USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Adjusting the door bins To remove door bins 1 Lift bin up 2 Pull bin straight out i Support button 2 To replace door bins 1 Slide bin in above desired support button 2 Push down until it stops Adjusting the refrigerator shelves Adjust the shelves to match the way you use your refrigerator Glass
15. ing the freezer SHelf ccceesessseeeesnreeees 12 Using the optional automatic ice maker 13 Attaching the optional ice maker to a Water SUDDIY icin declcacdccs eee Rede Aar EEEE EN 14 Removing the base fille ee ceseetstteneetees 16 Changing the light bulbs cceeeceteeeeseeeeeeeees 17 Understanding the sounds you may hear 18 SAVING energy ainankaan iaiia eria aiis 18 Reversing the COOP SWIN ssesseesssrsrersessereresnensse 19 Caring for Your Refrigerator eere 21 Food Storage Guide 0 0 cc cceesseeneeeeeeeeeeee 23 Troubleshooting ccc eceseeeeneeueeseeeesenenaneeee 25 Requesting Assistance or Service 0 26 Wamnanty arinaa o neg Sia eects toate 28 Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL appliance Because your life is getting busier and more complicated WHIRLPOOL Refrigerators are easy to use save time and help you manage your home better To ensure you enjoy years of trouble free operation we developed this Use and Care Guide It contains valuable information about 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 appliance This card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance Please record your model s information Whenever you call to request service on your appli ance you need to know your complete mode
16. irmly plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage not work Has a household fuse or circuit breaker blown tripped Is a bulb burned out The optional Is the freezer cold enough to make ice It could take overnight for the freezer to reach ice maker the proper temperature does not work Is the ON OFF lever in the ON down position See page 13 Is the water valve turned on Does the water line have a clog or leak Unfamiliar sounds Is something on top of or behind the refrigerator or a rattling Some new sounds are normal See Understanding the sounds you may hear on jingling noise page 18 There is water in This is normal on hot muggy days Make sure the refrigerator is level so the pan does the defrost pan not overflow The motor seems Are the condenser coils dirty to run too much 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 25 Requesting Assistance or Service For assistance or service Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting on page 25 It may save you the cost of a service call If you still need help follow the instructions below 1 If you need assistance Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number Dial toll free from a
17. l number and serial number You can find this information on the mode and serial number label see diagrams on pages 4 and 5 for location of label Please also record the purchase date of your appli ance and your dealer s name address and telephone number Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Dealer Name Dealer Address Dealer Phone Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Our Consumer Assistance Center number is toll free from anywhere in the U S A 1 800 253 1301 Refrigerator Safety Your safety is important to us This guide contains statements under warning sym bols Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of the warning symbol IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AWAR N i NG To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury when using your refrigerator follow these basic precautions This symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire electrical shock or other injuries e Read all instructions before using the refrigerator e FOR YOUR SAFETY e Never allow children to operate play with or DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER crawl inside the refrigerator FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE IANCE e Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPL fluids The fumes can create a fire hazard or THE FUMES CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR explosion EXP
18. lp can be found by checking the Requesting Assistance or Service section or by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S A PART NO 2193496 CARD NO 2193047 6 96 1996 Whirlpool U S A Registered Trademark TM Trademark of Whirlpool U S A Printed in U S A
19. n Tighten the compression nut Do not over tighten Reattach the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet Move to step 2 2 Turn shut off valve ON CHECK FOR LEAKS TIGHTEN ANY CONNECTIONS INCLUDING CONNECTIONS AT THE VALVE OR NUTS THAT LEAK 3 The ice maker is equipped with a built in water strainer If local water conditions require periodic cleaning or a well is your source of water supply a second water strainer should be installed in the Y4 inch water line Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer Install at either tube connection 4 Reconnect electrical supply to refrigerator USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Use only inch 1 Copper tubing from cold water line Copper tubing ee clamp scre Copper tubing A inch compression nut and sleeve A yp ter inlet fitting 15 gt USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Removing the base grille AWARNING ARNG Burn Hazard Do not touch refrigeration tubes near defrost pan Doing so can result in burns To remove the base grille Condenser coils Defrost pan 1 Open the refrigerator door 2 Grasp the grille with both hands 3 Push down on the top edge of the grille to release the top clips 4 Tilt the grille toward you to release the bottom clips 5 Pull grille away from the refrigerator NOTE Do not remove the Tech Sheet fastened behind the grille To replace the base grille 1 Line up the edges of the g
20. nywhere in the U S A N 1 800 253 1301 h d and talk with one of our trained consult ants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appli ance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area lf you prefer write to Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances Consumer Assistance Center c o Correspondence Dept 2000 North M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 2 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized 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 1 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCE HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co WASHING MACHINES amp DRYERS SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co When asking for help or service 3 If you need FSP replacement Parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corpora tion for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your WHIRLPOOL
21. or ice is not e Freezer is not cold enough Adjust temperature controls and wait 24 hours made fast enough See Changing the control settings on page 8 Off taste or odor in ice New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off flavored ice Discard the first few batches of ice e Cubes are stored too long Throw them away and make a new supply e Food is not wrapped properly See page 24 e Freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned See page 21 e Water may contain minerals such as sulfur A filter may be required to remove them USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Attaching the optional ice maker to a water supply Read all directions carefully before you begin AWARNING y Electrical Shock Hazard Unpiug the refrigerator before installing ice maker Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock IMPORTANT e Use copper tubing only and check for leaks e Install ice maker tubing in areas where temperatures are above freezing Tools required e Standard screwdriver s inch and 12 inch open end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches e 14 inch nut driver e 14 inch drill bit Hand drill or electric drill properly grounded NOTE Your appliance dealer has a kit available with a 14 inch saddle type shutoff valve a union and copper tubing Before purchasing make sure a saddle type valve complies with your local plumbing codes Do not use piercing type or inch saddle valves which re
22. outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adapter Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or electrical shock 3 prong grounding Bf type wall receptacle Refrigerator power cord BEFORE USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR whee it properly 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 back wall Leveling it AWARNING ANNAN D Burn Hazard Do not touch refrigeration tubes near defrost pan Doing so can result in burns Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws one on the right and one on the left To adjust one or both of these follow the directions below 1 Remove base grille See page 16 Front 2 To raise front turn screw clockwise 3 To lower front turn screw counterclockwise 4 Check with level 5 Replace base grille See page 16 Right to raise left to lower Use a screw driver to adjust Leveling Lower screw Using Your Refrigerator 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 the features in your refrigerator and how to save energy Setting the controls Controls for
23. 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 Ice maker sounds e trickling water thud clatter of ice 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 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 18 e Go ahead and fill up the refrigerator but don t overcrowd it so air movement is blocked e t is a waste of electricity to set the refrigerator 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 to a
24. rigeration 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 CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights 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 dealer If you need service first see the Troubleshooting section of this book After checking Troubleshooting addi tional he
25. rille with the outside edges of the cabinet 2 Roll the grille toward you 3 Place lower clips in the openings in the metal panel 4 Roll the grille toward the cabinet until the top clips snap into place 5 Close the refrigerator door See cleaning instructions for defrost pan and condenser coils on page 21 16 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Changing the light bulbs AWARNING y Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug the refrigerator before removing a light bulb Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock To change refrigerator light 1 Unplug the refrigerator 2 Reach behind Control Panel to remove bulb 3 Replace with a 40 watt appliance bulb 4 Plug in the refrigerator NOTE Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator Be sure to replace a bulb with one of the same size and shape 17 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 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
26. rounded drill drill a Y inch hole on the cold water pipe you have selected 14 Vertical cold water pipe ig Washer Packing Pipe clamp a inch O D copper nut tubing length from inlet on rear of refrigerator to water pipe plus 7 feet 2 1 m Compression sleeve Compression Compression sleeve nut TO REFRIGERATOR gt Some models may not feature this second compression nut and sleeve 5 Fasten shutoff valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp Be sure outlet end is solidly in the inch drilled hole in the water pipe and that washer is under the pipe clamp Tighten packing nut Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing especially if soft coiled copper tubing is used Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing 6 Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on copper tubing as shown in diagram Insert end of tubing into outlet end squarely as far as it will go Screw compression nut onto outlet end with adjust able wrench Do not overtighten Turn ON main water supply and flush out tubing until water is clear Turn OFF shutoff valve on the water pipe Coil copper tubing Connecting to refrigerator 1 Disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the product and insert copper tubing through the clamp as shown at the right Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as show
27. shelves are strong enough to hold bottles milk and other heavy food items NOTE Glass shelves are heavy Handle them carefully To remove a shelf 1 Remove items from shelf 2 Tilt shelf up at front 3 Lift shelf at back 4 Pull shelf straight out To replace a shelf 1 Guide the rear shelf hooks into the slots in the shelf supports on the back liner wail 2 Tilt front of shelf up until hooks drop into slots 3 Lower front of shelf to a level position Using the flip up door shelf on some models The shelf bottom flips up so you can store taller items in the door shelf below When in the down position the shelf is strong enough to hold up to 10 pounds 4 5 kg USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Removing the meat drawer and cover To remove the meat drawer 1 Slide meat drawer out to the stop 2 Lift front of meat drawer 3 Slide meat drawer out the rest of the way 4 Replace in reverse order To adjust the cover position Style 1 1 Tilt front of cover up 2 Lift back of cover 3 Pull cover straight out To replace the cover 1 Guide the cover s rear hooks into the slots in the shelf supports on the cabinet wall 2 Tilt cover up at the front until the hooks drop into the slots 3 Lower front of cover to a level position and replace meat drawer To remove the cover Style 2 1 Remove meat drawer 2 Push cover back to release the rear of the cover from the shelf 3
28. tended narrow attachment ERAN Sires Burn Hazard Do not touch refrigeration tubes near defrost pan Doing so can result in burns HOW TO CLEAN e Hand wash and dry thoroughly e Wash outside of cabinet Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners e Wipe 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 tbs to 1qt 26 g to 95 L of water e Wipe and dry thoroughly e Wipe and dry thoroughly DO NOT USE cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic parts e Wipe and dry 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 e Remove base grille See page 16 e Reach into small opening at right edge and remove the defrost pan e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly e Replace defrost pan Make sure to push it com pletely into the opening e Replace base grille e Remove base grille See page 16 e Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month e Replace base grille CARING FOR VOUR REFRIGERATOR Vacation and moving care Short vacations No need to shut off
29. the refrigerator and freezer are in the STYLE 1 refrigerator When you plug in the refrigerator for the first time 1 Set the Refrigerator Control to 3 Recom mended Setting Refrigerator Control settings range from 1 warmest to 5 coldest 2 Set the Freezer Control to 3 Recommended Setting Freezer Control settings range from 1 warmest to 5 coldest Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely STYLE 2 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 below Changing the control settings If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator e Adjust the Refrigerator Control first or freezer use the settings listed in the chart below as e Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments a guide If you have any questions call our Consumer e Then adjust the Freezer Control if needed Assistance Center number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S A RECOMMENDED SETTINGS CONDITION REASON Refrigerator Freezer Refrigerator Door opened often section too warm e Large amount of food added e Room temperature too warm Freezer section Door opened often too warm e Large amount of food added e Very cold room temperature can t cycle often
30. the refrigerator by removing the crispers and the glass cover insert To remove the center track 1 Push up glass insert from bottom then slide out with both hands 2 Gently pull up on front end of track 3 Pull rear end of track out of opening in cover To replace the center track 1 Insert rear end of track with hole into opening in cover 2 Lower front end of track into slot 3 Make sure rear end of track snaps into place on underside of cover Adjusting the freezer shelf on some models Adjust the freezer shelf to match the way you use your freezer To remove the shelf 1 Lift entire shelf slightly 2 Move shelf all the way to one side 3 Tilt other side up and out of shelf support cups 4 Pull shelf up and out To replace the shelf 1 Tilt the shelf and insert into freezer compartment 2 Insert one end of the shelf all the way into the center of the shelf support cups 3 Lower other end of shelf and insert into the shelf support cups 4 Lower shelf into place NOTE The shelf should lower slightly and lock into place If the shelf does not appear sturdy make sure both ends of the shelf are inserted into the shelf support cups 12 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Using the optional automatic ice maker If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker or if you plan to add one later contact the dealer for ice maker kit number here are a few things you should know e The
31. the refrigerator if you will be away for less than four weeks 1 Use up any perishables 2 Freeze other items 3 If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker e Raise signal arm to OFF up position e Shut off water supply to the ice maker Long vacations If you will be gone a month or more 1 Remove all food from the refrigerator 2 If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker e Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time e When the last load of ice drops turn off the ice maker Make sure all ice is dispensed out of the ice maker mechanism 3 Unplug the refrigerator Clean it wipe and dry well 5 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 To restart refrigerator see page 8 D Moving When you are moving the refrigerator to a new home 1 If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker e Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time e Disconnect the water line e After the last load of ice drops lift the signal arm to the OFF up position Remove all food from the refrigerator Pack all frozen food in dry ice Unplug the refrigerator Clean it thoroughly Wipe and dry well Take out all removable parts wrap them well and tape them together so they don t shift and rattle Screw in the leveling rollers 8 Tape the doors sh
32. ut and tape the power supply cord to the cabinet When you get to your new home put everything back and refer to page 6 Also if your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker remember to reconnect the water supply line ont W NY Power interruptions If electricity goes off call the power company Ask how long power will be off 1 If service will be interrupted 24 hours or less keep both doors closed This helps foods stay frozen 2 If service will be interrupted longer than 24 hours a Remove all frozen food and store in a frozen food locker OR b Place 2 lbs 907 g of dry ice in freezer for every cubic foot liter of freezer space This will keep food frozen for two to four days Wear gloves to protect your hands from dry ice burns OR c If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available use or can perishable food at once 22 3 A full freezer stays cold longer than a partly filled one A freezer full of meat stays 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 from anywhere in the U S A Food Storage Guide There is a correct way to package and store refrigerated or frozen food To keep food fresher longer take the time to study
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