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REFRIGERATOR
USER INSTRUCTIONS
THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. If you should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING,
please visit our website at www.maytag.com for additional information. If you still need assistance, call us at 1-800-688-9900.
In Canada, visit our website at www.maytag.ca or call us at 1-800-807-6777.
You will need your model and serial number located on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions: ■ Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. ■ Use nonflammable cleaner. ■ Do not remove ground prong. ■ Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator. ■ Do not use an adapter. ■ Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator. ■ Do not use an extension cord. ■ Disconnect power before installing ice maker (
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Location Requirements Electrical Requirements WARNING WARNING Explosion Hazard Electrical Shock Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. gasoline, away from refrigerator. Do not remove ground prong. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a ¹⁄₂" (1.25 cm) space at the top and behind the refrigerator. If your Failure
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If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than Water Pressure 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa): ■ Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse A cold water supply with water pressure of between 35 and osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary. 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the water ■ Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your water after heavy usage.
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5. Attach the copper tubing to the refrigerator with a “P” clamp. Slide the plastic waterline into the retainer. Refrigerator Doors and Drawer All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after “Final Steps.” A Remove and Replace Handles B Style 1 - Metal Handles 1. Using a ³⁄₃₂" Allen wrench, loosen the two set screws located C on the side of each handle. See Metal Handle graphics 1 and 2. 2. Pull the handle straight out from the door. Make sure
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3. Starting with the right-hand side door, remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift the Remove and Replace Freezer Drawer refrigerator door from the bottom hinge pin. IMPORTANT: Two people may be required to remove and 4. Remove the shim from the bottom hinge pin and keep it for replace the freezer drawer. Graphics are included later in this later use. See Bottom Hinge graphic. section. 5. Remove top hinge cover from left side refrigerator door. Disconnect the
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Door Removal & Replacement Top Hinges A B C 1 Plastic Handle D 1 Metal Handle A. Hinge Cover Screw B. Top Hinge Cover 5 C. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws D. Top Hinge Bottom Hinges A B A C A. Shim (on some models) B. Bottom Hinge C. Hinge Screws 3 A. /32" Set Screw Connections 2 2 Metal Handle Plastic Handle B A A. Tabs A 3 B. Wiring Plug A. /32" Set Screw Drawer Front Removal Drawer Front Replacement A A. Loosen 4 Door Bracket Screws 7
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■ To lower, turn the leveling screw counterclockwise. Adjust the Doors Depending on your model, your refrigerator may have four A adjustable rollers (Style 1) or a leveling screw (Style 2) located at the base of the refrigerator. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the door to close more easily, use the instructions below. 1. Remove the base grille. Grasp the grille firmly and pull it toward you. B A. Rear roller adjustment screw B. Leveling screw NOTE: Your refrigerator may h
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Using the Controls The control center is located on the front of the ice and water dispenser. Temperature Controls Adjusting Controls For your convenience, your temperature controls are preset at The REFRIGERATOR control adjusts the refrigerator the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure the compartment temperature. The FREEZER control adjusts the controls are still set to the recommended set points as shown. freezer compartment temperature. Recommended Settings If you
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■ Press Humidity Control to turn on the door heater. Press Filter Reset Humidity Control again to turn off the heater. The LED will be See “Water Filtration System.” illuminated when Humidity Control is on. Vacation Mode (on some models) User Preferences In Vacation Mode, the freezer will not automatically defrost as often to conserve energy. The control center allows you to set user preferences, if desired. ■ Press the Vacation Mode touch pad until the indicator light is Temperature Disp
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Remember Ice Maker and Ice Storage Bin The ice maker and storage bin are located in the upper left-hand ■ The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the side of the refrigerator compartment. water supplied to your ice maker. Avoid connecting the ice maker to a softened water supply. Water softener chemicals (such as salt) can damage parts of the ice maker and lead to Turning the Ice Maker On/Off poor quality ice. If a softened water supply cannot be avoided, make sure
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2. Press a sturdy container against the dispenser lever. Water Filter Status Lights IMPORTANT: You do not need to apply a lot of pressure to the lever in order to activate the dispenser. Pressing hard will The water filter indicator lights will remind you when it is time to not make the water or ice dispense faster or in greater order and replace your water filter. When the yellow (Order) light quantities. is on, it is almost time to change the water filter. When the red 3. Remove the cont
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1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior Changing the Light Bulb surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to mild detergent in warm water. replace the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same size, shape, 3. Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean and wattage (no greater than 40 watts). sponge or soft cloth and a mild deterg
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The refrigerator seems noisy There is interior moisture buildup Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this NOTE: Some moisture buildup is normal. reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new ■ Humid room? Contributes to moisture buildup. refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below ■ Door(s) opened often or left open? Allows humid air to are listed some normal sounds with explanations. enter refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep doo
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■ Odor transfer from food? Use airtight, moisture proof packaging to store food. Water from the dispenser is warm ■ Are there minerals (such as sulfur) in the water? A water NOTE: Water from the dispenser is only chilled to 50°F (10°C). filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals. ■ New installation? Allow 24 hours after installation for the ■ Water filter installed on the refrigerator? Gray or dark water supply to cool completely. discoloration in ice indicates that the water fi
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PRODUCT DATA SHEETS Interior Water Filtration System Model UFK8001AXX-750 Capacity 750 Gallons (2839 Liters) System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odor, Particulate Class I*; and against NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for the reduction of Lead, Mercury, Atrazine, Benzene, p-Dichlorobenzene, Carbofuran, Toxaphene, Cysts, Turbidity, Asbestos and Lindane. This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 f
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® MAYTAG MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Maytag brand of Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Maytag”) will pay for factory specified parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Maytag designated service company. This limited warranty is valid only
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INSTRUCCIONES PARA EL USUARIO DEL REFRIGERADOR LE AGRADECEMOS la compra de este producto de alta calidad. Si usted experimenta un problema que no se haya cubierto en SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS, visite nuestro sitio de internet en www.maytag.com para obtener información adicional. Si considera que aún necesita ayuda, llámenos al 1-800-688-9900. En Canadá, visite nuestro sitio de internet en www.maytag.ca o llámenos al 1-800-807-6777. Necesitará tener a mano su número de modelo y de serie ubicados
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Antes de tirar su viejo refrigerador o congelador: Cómo deshacerse adecuadamente de ■ Saque las puertas. su refrigerador viejo ■ Deje los estantes en su lugar, así los niños no pueden meterse adentro con facilidad. ADVERTENCIA Peligro de Asfixia Remueva las puertas de su refrigerador viejo. No seguir esta instrucción puede ocasionar la muerte o daño al cerebro. IMPORTANTE: El atrapamiento y asfixia de niños no es un problema del pasado. Los refrigeradores tirados y abandonados son un peligr
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Requisitos del suministro de agua Reúna las herramientas y piezas necesarias antes de comenzar la instalación. Lea y siga las instrucciones provistas con cualquiera de las herramientas enlistadas aquí. HERRAMIENTAS NECESARIAS: ■ Destornillador de hoja plana ■ Llave de tuercas de ¹⁄₄" ■ Llaves de boca de ⁷⁄₁₆" y ¹⁄₂" o ■ Broca de ¹⁄₄" dos llaves ajustables ¹⁄₂" (1,25 cm) ■ Taladro inalámbrico IMPORTANTE: ■ Todas las instalaciones deben hacerse de acuerdo a los requisitos locales de plomería.
