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TOP-MOUNT
REFRIGERATOR
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance
parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.
In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-461-5681, for installation
and service, call: 1-800-807-6777
or visit our website at...
www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpool.com/canada
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR
SUPERPOSÉ
Guide d’utilisation
et d’entretien
Au Canada, pour assistance, composez le 1-800-461-5681, pour
installation ou service 1-800-807-6777
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES REFRIGERATOR SAFETY .............................................................3 SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ..............................................25 Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator....................................3 Mise au rebut de votre vieux réfrigérateur.................................25 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION.................................................4 INSTALLATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ......................................26 Un
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REFRIGERATOR SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
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Cleaning before use After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in REFRIGERATOR the “Refrigerator Care” section. INSTALLATION Important information to know about glass shelves and covers: Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when Unpacking they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. For your protection, tempered glass
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Electrical Requirements Water Supply Connection Read all directions carefully before you begin. IMPORTANT: WARNING If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is connected, turn the ice maker OFF. All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements. Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing. Tools required: Standard screwdriver, ⁷⁄₁₆ in. and ¹⁄₂ in. open-end wrenches or two adjustable wrenc
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6. Fasten the shut-off valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄ in. drilled hole Refrigerator Doors: Removing, in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws Reversing (optional) and Replacing carefully and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do TOOLS NEEDED: ⁵⁄₁₆ in. hex-head socket wrench, No. 2 Phillips not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing. s
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Cabinet Doors 1. Remove ⁵⁄₁₆ in. hex-head hinge screws from handle side and 1. Remove door hinge hole plug from top of freezer door. Move move them to opposite side (see Graphic 1-1). to opposite side as shown (see Graphic 2). 2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top and move 2. Remove door stop from both the freezer and refrigerator them to opposite side hinge holes as shown (see Graphic doors and move to the other side (see Graphic 3). 1-2). Door and Hinge Replacement Freezer door
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Style 1-- Standard Door Door Removal & Door Swing Reversal (optional) Replacement 1-2 2 Base Grille 1 1 1. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs 2 3 1-1 1 Top Hinge 1 1 1. Door Hinge Hole Plug 5 1. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws 2 3 1 1. Top Hinge Cover 5 2. " Hex-Head Hinge Screws /16 1. Flat-Head Handle Screws 3. Top Hinge 2. Freezer Handle 4 Center Hinge 1 1 7 1. Door Handle Sealing Screws 2 Side View 5 Front View 1. Center Hinge 5 2. " Hex-Head Hinge Screws /16 1. Door Stop Screw 1 2 1. Door Handle
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Style 2 -- Contour Door Door Removal & Door Swing Reversal (optional) Replacement 1-1 Base Grille 1 5 1. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws Top Hinge 1-2 1 1 2 3 1. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs 1. Top Hinge Cover 2 5 2. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws 3. Top Hinge 1 Center Hinge 1. Door Hinge Hole Plug 1 3 Removal of Door Stops 2 1 1. Center Hinge 5 2. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws 2 1. Door Stop 2. Door Stop Screw Bottom Hinge 4 Re-installation of Door Stops 1 1 2 2 1. Bottom Hinge 1. Door Stop 5 2. /16" Hex-
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Door Closing and Alignment Water System Preparation (on some models) Door Closing Please read before using the water system. Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers – one on the right Immediately after installation, follow the steps below to make and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you sure that the water system is properly cleaned. want the doors to close easier, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using 1. Turn off the ice maker by opening the freezer door and
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5. Turn on the ice maker by opening the freezer door and lowering the wire shutoff arm as shown. Please refer to the “Ice Maker” section for further instructions on the operation REFRIGERATOR USE of your ice maker. Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced. Ensuring Proper Air Circulation Depending on your model, you may want to select the In order to ensure proper temperatures, you need to permit maximum ice feature to increas
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Mid-setting “4” Water Dispenser REFRIGERATOR FREEZER 4 4 (on some models) WARNING IMPORTANT: Give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil. Adjusting the Refrigerator and Freezer Controls to a higher (colder) than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster. Cut Hazard Use a sturdy glass when
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3. Install the new interior water filter cartridge. You can run the Increasing Ice Production Rate dispenser without a water filter cartridge, but your water will not be filtered. NORMAL Ice Production: In Normal ice production mode, the NOTE: Do not use with water that is microbiologically ice maker should produce approximately 8 to 12 batches of unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate ice in a 24 hour period. If ice is not being made fast enough, disinfection before or after the
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To remove the shelf: NOTE: The shelf is heavy and must be removed using both Refrigerator Shelves hands. Your model may have glass or wire shelves. Store similar foods 1. Hold the back of the shelf with one hand. together and adjust the shelves to fit different heights. This 2. Lift the front of the shelf with the other hand to a 45° angle reduces the time the refrigerator door is open and saves energy. and lower it slightly to release it from the upper channel of the track. Pull the shelf
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To replace the crisper cover: Humidity Control Location NOTE: Before reinstalling the cover, make sure the U-shaped reinforcement bar is reinstalled in the front edge of the Humidity Control on crisper drawer (Style 1 - on left/Style 2 - crisper cover. on right) 1. Fit back of cover frame into supports on side walls of the refrigerator and lower the front of the cover frame into place. Slide rear of glass insert into cover frame and lower front into 2. place. Meat Drawer Cover To remove a
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Pull-out Freezer Floor FREEZER FEATURES (on some models) Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that To remove and replace the freezer floor: can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled 1. Lift both back “fences” up and out. with the word “Accessory.” Not all accessories will fit all models. 2. Remove the freezer floor by pulling it out about 1 in. If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please (2.5 cm) with one hand around the ai
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Can Racks and Door Bins REFRIGERATOR CARE (on some models) NOTE: Can racks may be purchased as an Accessory for some models. Cleaning To remove and replace the racks/bins: 1. Remove the rack/bin by lifting it and pulling it straight out. 2. Replace the rack/bin by sliding it in above the desired support and pushing it down until it stops. Explosion Hazard Adjustable Utility Compartment & Tray Use nonflammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, (on some models) or fire
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5. Clean the condenser coils regularly. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month. This may help save Vacation and Moving Care energy. Style 1 - Condenser coils behind base grille: Vacations Remove the base grille (see the “Base Grille” or “Door Removal” section). If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you’re away: 1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items. Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the condenser coils when they are dusty or dirt
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The refrigerator seems to make too much noise TROUBLESHOOTING The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator. See the “Normal Sounds” section. Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. The ice maker is not producing ice or not enough ice. Your refrigerator will not operate Has the ice maker just been installed? Wait 72 hours for full ice production to begin. Once your refrigerator is cooled, the Is the power cord unplugged? Plug i
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The water dispenser will not operate properly Temperature is too warm Has the water system not filled? The water system needs Are the air vents blocked in either compartment? This to be filled the first time it is used. Use a sturdy container to prevents cold air movement between the compartments. depress the water dispenser until water begins to flow. Move objects away from the air vents. See the “Ensuring Dispense and discard 2 to 3 gal. (8 to 12 L) of water. This will Proper Air Circul
