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TOP-MOUNT
REFRIGERATOR
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance,
parts accessories or service, call: 1-800-44-ROPER (1-800-447-6737).
In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-461-5681, for installation
and service, call: 1-800-807-6777
or visit our website at...
www.roperappliances.com
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR
SUPERPOSÉ
Guide d’utilisation
et d’entretien
Au Canada, pour assistance, composer le 1-800-461-5681
pour installation ou service 1-800-807-6777 ou visitez notre site web à
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES REFRIGERATOR SAFETY .............................................................3 SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ..............................................21 Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator....................................3 Mise au rebut de votre vieux réfrigérateur.................................21 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION.................................................4 INSTALLATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ......................................22 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 refriger
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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 shutoff 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. sc
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4. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side Door Reversal (optional) of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 4). Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side 5. of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 7). 6. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 5). Door Stop Screw Door Hinge Hole Plug 7. Position refrigerator handle on opposite side of the refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 6-3). Drive top two screws in
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Door Removal & Door Swing Reversal (optional) Replacement 1-2 2 1 Base Grille 1 1. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs 2 3 1-1 1 Top Hinge 1 1. Door Hinge Hole Plug 1 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 7 1 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 Bottom Hinge 2. Door Sto
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Door Closing and Alignment 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 – one on the right surfaces, such as the floor, walls, and cabinets, can make the and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you sounds seem louder. The following describes the kinds of sounds w
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Mid-setting “4” REFRIGERATOR FREEZER REFRIGERATOR USE 4 4 Ensuring Proper Air Circulation In order to ensure proper temperatures, you need to permit IMPORTANT: airflow between the refrigerator and freezer sections. As shown in the illustration, cool air enters through the bottom of the freezer Give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before section and moves up. Most of the air then flows through the adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food freezer section
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Ice Maker REFRIGERATOR FEATURES (on some models - Accessory) Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that Turning the ice maker on/off can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled with the word “Accessory.” Not all accessories will fit all models. NOTE: Do not force the wire shutoff arm up or down. If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please call the toll-free number on the cover or in the “Assistance or To turn the ice maker
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Lateral Adjustable Shelf Crispers and Meat Drawers (on some models) (on some models) To slide the shelf from side to side, lift up on the front of shelf and slide to the desired location. Lower shelf to the level position. Drawers NOTE: You do not have to remove small items from the shelf To remove and replace a drawer: before moving it from side to side. You may need to remove larger items. 1. Slide drawer straight out to the stop. Lift the front of the drawer and slide it out the rest of t
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To remove and replace the meat drawer cover (Style 2 plastic): Chilled Meat Drawer Remove the meat drawer. Tilt the cover up at the front and 1. (on some models) pull it forward and out. Slide the meat drawer temperature control forward to make the 2. Replace the meat drawer cover by fitting the notches and rear meat drawer less cold or backward to make the drawer more edge of the cover over rear and center crossbars on the shelf. cold. Lower cover into place and replace the meat drawer. C
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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. (2.5 cm) If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please with one hand around the air
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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 Use nonflammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, Compartment & Tray or fire. (on some models)
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5. There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal home operating environments. If the environment is Vacation and Moving Care particularly greasy or dusty, or there is significant pet traffic in the home, the condenser should be cleaned every two to three months to ensure maximum efficiency. Vacations If you need to clean the condenser: If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you’re Remove the base grille (see “Base Grille” or “Door away: Removal” section). 1. Use up
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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
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In Canada ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Call the Whirlpool Canada Inc. Customer Interaction Center toll free: Before calling for assistance or service, please check 1-800-461-5681 Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (EST). “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (EST). you still need help, follow the instructions below. Our consultants provide assistance with: When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete Features and
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® ROPER REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON REFRIGERATOR 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 limi
