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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 1-800-807-6777
ou visitez notre site
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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 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................4 INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION............................................
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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 immediatel
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Clean Before Using Unpack the Refrigerator After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of WARNING your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in “Refrigerator Care.” Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install Important information to know about glass shelves refrigerator. and covers: Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. they are
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Water Pressure Electrical Requirements A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and 120 psi (207 - 827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser WARNING and ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber. Reverse Osmosis Water Supply IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out of a reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 30 and 120 psi (207 - 827 kPa) If a reve
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6. Fasten shutoff valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be sure outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄" drilled hole in the water Base Grille pipe and that rubber washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and Remove Base Grille evenly so rubber washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing, especially if 1. Open the freezer door. soft (coiled) copper tubing is used. Now you are ready to connect the co
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Refrigerator door Remove Doors and Hinges 1. Remove the refrigerator handle assembly as shown in Graphic 2. Keep all parts together. TOOLS NEEDED: ⁵⁄₁₆", ³⁄₈", ¹⁄₄" hex-head socket wrench, a #2 2. Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side Phillips screwdriver, and a flat-blade screwdriver. of refrigerator door as shown in Graphic 5. IMPORTANT: 3. Remove the door stop. Move it to the opposite side of the Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF, unplug refriger
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Door Removal & Door Swing Reversal (optional) Replacement 2 1-2 A Top Hinge A A A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs B 1-1 B C C D A A. Hinge Screws A. Hinge Cover Screw B. Top Hinge Cover 5 C. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws D. Top Hinge B A Center Hinge A. Handle Trim B. Flat-Head Handle Screws A C. Refrigerator Door Handle B C 3 Front View Side View A. Shim B. Center Hinge C. Hinge Screws A B 5 A. Door Stop Screws Bottom Hinge B. Door Stop A B A 4 C Door Handle Seal Screw 4 Front A. Hinge Pin Shim B.
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Adjust the Doors Normal Sounds Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t Door Closing make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers which are at the surfaces, such as the floor, walls, and cabinets, can make the base of the refrigerator on either side. If your refrigerator seems sounds seem louder. The following describes the kinds of sounds unsteady
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Do not block any of these vents with food packages. If the vents CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT: are blocked, airflow will be prevented and temperature and moisture problems may occur. REFRIGERATOR section too cold Adjust REFRIGERATOR or TEMPERATURE IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any - Controls not set correctly for Control one setting odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must your conditions lower thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate
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REFRIGERATOR FEATURES Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that 3. Lower the front of the shelf and check to make sure that the can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled shelf is securely in position. with the word “Accessory.” Not all accessories will fit all models. If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please call the toll-free number on the cover or in the “Assistance or Service” section. Important information to know abou
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Crisper and Crisper Cover Utility or Egg Bin (on some models - Accessory) (on some models - Accessory) Depending on your model, you may have a one, two or three To Remove and Replace the Crisper(s): piece bin. Eggs may be stored in the egg tray or loose in the bin. 1. Slide crisper(s) straight out to the stop. Lift the front of the crisper(s) and slide out the rest of the way. NOTE: Store eggs in a covered container for long-term storage. If your model does not have an egg storage bin, stor
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2. Replace the wire basket by lifting the front while sliding the basket into place. Door Bins To Remove and Replace the Bins: 1. Remove the bin by lifting it up and pulling it straight out. 2. Replace the bin by sliding it in above the desired support and pushing it down until it stops. Utility Compartment (on some models) To Remove and Replace the Utility Compartment: Tilt-Out Bin 1. Remove the utility compartment by lifting it up and pulling it (on some models) straight out. The tilt-ou
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Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning Changing the Light Bulb waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape, and wattage. scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools. These can scratch
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Moving Vacation and Moving Care When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow Vacations these steps to prepare it for the move. 1. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator On While You’re Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day Away: ahead of time. 1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items. Disconnect the water line from the back of the 2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: refrigerato
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Is the control set correctly for the surrounding Have the ice cubes been stored for too long? Throw away conditions? See “Using the Control(s),” depending on the old ice and make a new supply. model. Has food in the refrigerator been wrapped properly? See Are the doors closed completely? Push the doors firmly “Refrigerator Features.” shut. If they will not shut all the way. See “The doors will not Do the freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned? See close completely” later in this se
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Are the gaskets sticking? Clean gaskets and the surface The doors will not close completely that they touch. Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax on the gaskets following cleaning. Are food packages blocking the door open? Rearrange Does the refrigerator wobble or seem unstable? Level the containers so that they fit more tightly and take up less refrigerator. See “Door Closing.” space. Were the doors removed during product installation and Is the ice bin out of position? Push the ice
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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 sécur
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INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION Déballage du 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 AVERTISSEMENT l’eau tiède quand ils sont froids. Les tablettes et les couvercles peuvent se briser s'ils sont exposés à des Risque du poids excessif changements soudains de température ou à un impact tel Utiliser deux ou plus de personnes pour déplacer et que coup brusque. Pour votre protect
