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®
BOTTOM-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 le 1-800-807-6777
ou visitez notr
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES REFRIGERATOR SAFETY .............................................................3 SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ..............................................19 Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator....................................3 Mise au rebut de votre vieux réfrigérateur.................................19 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION.................................................4 INSTALLATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ......................................20 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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Location Requirements REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION WARNING Unpacking WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Explosion Hazard Use two or more people to move and install Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as refrigerator. gasoline, away from refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. Removing packaging materials Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning To ensure proper ventilation for your refrig
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Electrical Requirements Water Supply Connection (For Automatic Ice Maker - Accessory) Read all directions carefully before you begin. WARNING IMPORTANT: If operating the refrigerator before installing the water connection, turn ice maker to the OFF position (arm up) to prevent operation without water. All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements. Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing only in areas where temperatures will Electri
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4. To determine the length of copper tubing you will need, 2. Create a service loop using extreme care to avoid kinks. measure from connection on lower left rear of refrigerator to Secure copper tubing to refrigerator cabinet with a “P” water pipe. Add 7 ft. (2.1 m) to allow for moving refrigerator clamp. for cleaning. Use ¹⁄₄ in. (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square. 1 5. Use a hammer and center punch to mark drilling location o
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Cabinet 1. Remove hinge screws from handle side and move them to Refrigerator Doors opposite side (see Graphic 1-1). 2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top and move Handle Installation and Removal them to opposite side hinge holes as shown (see Graphic 1-2). (Graphics are included later in this section.) Refrigerator door 1. Place handle on door as shown. 1. Remove refrigerator handle assembly as shown. Keep all 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach handle to door with parts
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Door Removal & Door Swing Reversal (optional) Replacement 2 1-2 1 Top Hinge 1 1 1. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs 2 1-1 2 3 3 4 1 1. Hinge Screws 1. Hinge Cover Screw 2. Top Hinge Cover 5 3. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws 4. Top Hinge 2 1 Center Hinge 1. Handle Trim 2. Flat-Head Handle Screws 1 3. Refrigerator Door Handle 2 3 3 Front View Side View 1. Shim 2. Center Hinge 3. Hinge Screws 1 2 5 1. Door Stop Screws Bottom Hinge 2. Door Stop 1 2 4 1 3 Door Handle 4 Seal Screw Front 1. Hinge Pin Shim 2. B
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Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items at the desired temperatures and to minimize Door Closing and Alignment energy usage. The high efficiency compressor and fans may cause your refrigerator to run longer than your old one. You Door Closing may also hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound from the compressor or fans adjusting to optimize performance. Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers which are at the You may hear the evaporator fa
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CONDITION/REASON: RECOMMENDED Using the Controls ADJUSTMENT: For your convenience, your refrigerator and freezer controls are REFRIGERATOR too cold Turn REFRIGERATOR preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make Control to next lower Control not set correctly for your sure that the controls in the refrigerator and freezer number, wait 24 conditions compartments are still preset to the mid-settings as shown. hours, then recheck Mid-setting “4” FREEZER too cold T
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3. Lower the front of the shelf and check to make sure that the shelf is securely in position. REFRIGERATOR FEATURES Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled with the word “Accessory.” Not all accessories will fit all models. If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please Meat Drawer and Cover call the toll-free number on the cover or in the “Assistance or Service” section. (on some
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To remove the crisper(s) cover: 1. Remove crisper(s). FREEZER FEATURES 2. Holding the glass insert firmly with one hand, press up in center of glass insert until it rises above the plastic frame. Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that Carefully, slide the glass insert forward to remove. can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled 3. Lift the cover frame up and remove it. with the word “Accessory.” Not all accessories will fit all models. If you a
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Tilt-Out Bin Utility Compartment (on some models) (on some models) The tilt-out bin provides convenient storage for frozen food items To remove and replace the utility compartment: in freezer door and tilts forward for easy access to those items. 1. Remove the utility compartment by lifting it up and pulling it straight out. 2. Replace the utility compartment by sliding it in above the desired support and pushing it down until it stops. REFRIGERATOR CARE DOOR FEATURES Your model may have som
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4. Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean Changing the Freezer Light Bulb sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. For additional protection against damage to painted 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. metal exteriors, apply appliance wax (or auto paste wax) with NOTE: May need to remove upper freezer shelf or basket to a clean, soft cloth. Do not wax plastic parts. acce
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If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave: 1. Remove all food from the refrigerator. TROUBLESHOOTING 2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time. Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF Your refrigerator will not operat
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Are the doors closed completely? Push the doors firmly Off-taste or gray color in the ice (on some models) shut. If they will not shut all the way, see “The doors will not close completely” later in this section. Are the plumbing connections new, causing discolored or Are the condenser coils dirty? This prevents air transfer and off-flavored ice? Discard the first few batches of ice. makes the motor work harder. Clean the condenser coils. Refer to the “Cleaning” section. Have the ic
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Is the food packaged correctly? Check that all food is securely wrapped. Wipe off damp food containers before In the U.S.A. placing in the refrigerator. Call the Customer Interaction Center toll free: 1-800-253-1301. Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding Our consultants provide assistance with: conditions? Refer to the “Using the Control(s)” section. Features and specifications on our full line of appliances. Was a self-defrost cycle completed? It is normal for droplets
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® WHIRLPOOL REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, when this refrigerator (excluding the water filter) is operated and maintained according to ® instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for FSP replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. On models with a water filter: 30 day limited warranty
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SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR Votre sécurité et celle des autres est très importante. Nous donnons de nombreux messages de sécurité importants dans ce manuel et sur votre appareil ménager. Assurez-vous de toujours lire tous les messages de sécurité et de vous y conformer. Voici le symbole d’alerte de sécurité. Ce symbole d’alerte de sécurité vous signale les dangers potentiels de décès et de blessures graves à vous et à d’autres. Tous les messages de sécurité suivront le symbole d’alerte de sécuri
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Nettoyage avant l’utilisation Après avoir enlevé tous les matériaux d’emballage, nettoyer l’intérieur du réfrigérateur avant de l’utiliser. Voir les instructions INSTALLATION DU de nettoyage dans la section “Entretien du réfrigérateur”. RÉFRIGÉRATEUR Importants renseignements à savoir au sujet des tablettes et des couvercles en verre : Ne pas nettoyer les tablettes ou couvercles en verre avec de Déballage l’eau tiède quand ils sont froids. Les tablettes et les couver- cles peuvent se briser
