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TOP-MOUNT REFRIGERATOR
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance, parts or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.
In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-807-6777,
or visit our website at...
www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpool.ca
REFRIGERADOR CON MONTAJE SUPERIOR
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Para consultas respecto a características, operación/desempeño, partes, accesorios o servicio, llame al: 1-800-253-1301.
En Canadá, llame al: 1-800-807-6777
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TABLE OF CONTENTS REFRIGERATOR SAFETY .............................................................3 Crisper ........................................................................................12 Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator....................................3 Utility or Egg Bin.........................................................................13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................4 FREEZER FEATURES .................................
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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 Unpack the Refrigerator Location Requirements WARNING WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as Remove the Packaging gasoline, away from refrigerator. Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of
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Reverse Osmosis Water Supply If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your Electrical Requirements cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 - 414 kPa). WARNING If the ice maker is still not operating properly: Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary. Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy u
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Connect to Refrigerator Complete the Installation NOTE: On kit models, assemble water valve to refrigerator per kit instructions. WARNING Style 1 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. 3. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure Electrical Shock Hazard the tubing to the refrigerator as shown. This will help avoid damage to the tu
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Style 2 - Contoured Reverse Doors (optional) Graphics follow these instructions. IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your doors so that they open in the opposite direction, follow these steps. If you are not reversing the doors, see “Replace Doors and Hinges.” Round-Head Door Handle Door Hinge Handle Screw Screw Hole Plug Hole Plug Style 1 - Standard Graphics follow these instructions. Cabinet 1. Remove ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head hinge screws from handle side and move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-
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Style 1 - Standard Door Removal & Door Swing Reversal (optional) Replacement 1-2 A Top Hinge 1-1 A A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs A B 5 A. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws and Washers C 2 A 5 A. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws B. Top Hinge C. Spacer B Center Hinge 3 A A B C A. Door Hinge Hole Plug D E F A. Door Stop B. Door Stop Screw 7 C. Spacer A D. Center Hinge 5 E. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws F. Spacer A. Flat-Head Handle Screws B. Freezer Handle Bottom Hinge 4 A A. Door Handle A Seal Screw Front B C A. Do
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Style 2 - Contoured Door Removal & Door Swing Reversal (optional) Replacement 1-1 Top Hinge A A B 5 A. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws and Washers C D 1-2 A A. Top Hinge Cover 5 B. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws C. Top Hinge D. Spacer A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs Center Hinge A 2 B A C D E F A. Door Stop A. Door Hinge Hole Plug B. Door Stop Screw C. Spacer D. Center Hinge 5 E. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws 3 Removal of Door Stops F. Spacer A Bottom Hinge B A. Door Stop A B. Door Stop Screw B C D 4 Rein
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Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items at the desired temperatures and to minimize Adjust the Doors energy usage. The high efficiency compressor and fans may Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers – one on the right cause your refrigerator to run longer than your old one. You and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you may also hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound from the want the doors to close easier, adjust the
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CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT: Using the Controls REFRIGERATOR section too warm Adjust REFRIGERATOR For your convenience, your refrigerator controls are preset at the or TEMPERATURE factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the - Door opened often, large amount Control one setting controls are still preset to the mid-settings as shown. of food added or room higher temperature very warm NOTE: To turn your refrigerator off, turn the refrigerator control to the wor
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Remember Meat Drawer (on some models) Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced. To Remove and Replace the Meat Drawer: 1. Slide meat drawer out to the stop. The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the water supplied to your ice maker. Avoid connecting the 2. Lift front of meat drawer with one hand while supporting ice maker to a softened water supply. Water softener bottom of drawer with other hand. Slide draw
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Style 1 To Remove and Replace the Plastic Cover: Utility or Egg Bin 1. Remove the crisper(s). (on some models -Accessory) 2. Lift the front of the cover to remove the cover support. Then Depending on your model, you may have a one, two or three lift the cover up and slide it out. piece bin. Eggs may be stored in the egg tray or loose in the bin. NOTE: Store eggs in a covered container for long-term storage. If your model does not have an egg storage bin, store eggs in their original contain
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Frozen Food Storage Guide Can Racks and Door Bins (on some models) Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of food, the type of packaging or wrap used (should be airtight and NOTE: Can racks may be purchased as an Accessory for some moisture-proof), and the storage temperature. Seal the package models. or container securely to prevent taste and odor transfer To Remove and Replace the Racks/Bins: throughout the product. Ice crystals inside a sealed package are 1. Remove the
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IMPORTANT: This cleaner is for stainless steel parts only! Power Interruptions Do not allow the Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish to come into contact with any plastic parts such as the trim pieces, If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep the door or dispenser covers or door gaskets. If accidental contact does doors closed (depending on your model) to help food stay cold occur, clean plastic part with a sponge and mild detergent in and frozen. warm water. Dry thoroughly with a
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3. Empty the ice bin. 9. Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the leveling legs so they don't 4. Depending on the model, turn the Temperature Control or scrape the floor. See “Adjust the Doors.” Refrigerator Control to OFF. See “Using the Control(s).” 10. Tape the doors closed and tape the power cord to the back 5. Unplug refrigerator. of the refrigerator. 6. Empty water from the defrost pan. When you get to your new home, put everyt
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Is the water line shutoff valve to the refrigerator turned on? Turn on the water valve. See “Connect the Water There is interior moisture buildup Supply.” Are the air vents blocked in the refrigerator? Remove any Does the ice maker mold have water in it or has no ice objects from in front of the air vents. See “Ensuring Proper Air been produced? Be sure your refrigerator has been Circulation” for the location of air vents. connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve is t
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If In Canada you still need help, follow the instructions below. Call the Whirlpool Canada LP Customer Interaction Centre When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete toll free: 1-800-807-6777. model and serial number of your appliance. This information will Our consultants provide assistance with: help us to better respond to your requ
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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY ONE YEAR 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, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. ITEMS WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT
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SEGURIDAD DEL REFRIGERADOR Su seguridad y la seguridad de los demás es muy importante. Hemos incluido muchos mensajes importantes de seguridad en este manual y en su electrodoméstico. Lea y obedezca siempre todos los mensajes de seguridad. Este es el símbolo de advertencia de seguridad. Este símbolo le llama la atención sobre peligros potenciales que pueden ocasionar la muerte o una lesión a usted y a los demás. Todos los mensajes de seguridad irán a continuación del símbolo de advertencia de
