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Whirlpool ET18GK Use And Care Manual

Whirlpool ET18GK Use And Care Manual

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A Note To You
2
Important
Safety
I a
hhctions
3
Parts And Features
4
Before Using Your
Refrigerator
5
Using Your
;
Reftigerator
7
Caring For Your
Refrigerator
14
Food Storage Guide 18
Warranty
24
1-800-253-1301
Call us with
questions
or comments.
NO-FROST
REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER
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MODEL
ET18GK
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  • Page 1 NO-FROST REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER A Note To You Important Safety hhctions Parts And Features Before Using Your Refrigerator Using Your Reftigerator Caring For Your Refrigerator Food Storage Guide 18 Warranty 1-800-253-1301 Call us with questions MODEL or comments. ET18GK...
  • Page 2 Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference. Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date a Whirlpool@ appliance. to us. given. Here is a brief explanation This symbol will help you avoid actions which could cause product damage (scratches, dents, etc.) and damage to...
  • Page 3 Important Read all instructions before using the refrigerator. Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still danger- ous . . . even if they will “just sit in the garage a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrig- erator, do it safely.
  • Page 4 Parts And Features This section contains captioned illustrations with where all parts and ‘features are located and what.they look like. Ice cube trays Ice bin , Control panel Model and serial number label (on side wall) Meat drawer - Crisper cover Crispers Leveling...
  • Page 5 Before Using Your Refrigerator In This Section your refrigerator Cleaning it in ........5 Plugging It is important to prepare your refrigerator for use.
  • Page 6 Installing it properly Allow %. inch (1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top of the refrigerator for ease of installation. 2. If the hinge side of the refrigerator is to be against a wall, you might want to leave extra space so the door can be opened wider.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Using Your Refrigerator In This Section Setting the controls ......7 Changing the control settings Adjusting the refrigerator...

  • Page 8: Changing The Control Settings

    Exterior moisture control The Exterior Moisture Control operates electric heaters around the door openings. These heaters help keep moisture from forming on the outside of the refrigerator cabinet. Use the OFF setting when humidity is low. Use the ON setting if moisture forms on the outside of the refrigerator cabinet.

  • Page 9: Adjusting The Refrigerator Shelves

    Adjusting the refrigerator Adjust the shelves to match the way you use your refrigerator. Glass shelves are strong enough to hold bottles, milk and other heavy food items. To remove glass shelves: 1. Remove items from shelf. 2. Tilt shelf up at front. 3.

  • Page 10: Removing The Crispers And Crisper

    Removing the crispers To remove the crispers: 1. Slide the crisper straight out to the stop. 2. Lift the front. 3. Slide out the rest of the way. 4. Replace in reverse order. To remove the cover: 1. Lift front of cover . 2.

  • Page 11: Using The Optional Automatic

    Using the optional If you have an automatic ice maker, or if you plan to add one later (contact dealer for ice maker kit number), there are a few things you will want to know: The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm. DOWN to make ice automatically UP to shut off the ice maker IMPORTANT:...

  • Page 12: The Light Bulbs

    the light Changing Electrical Shock Hazard Before removing light bulb, either unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the electricity leading to the refrigerator at the main power supply. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury. To change the refrigerator light: 1.

  • Page 13: The Door Swing

    Reversing the door swing You can change the hinges on your refrig- erator so the doors open the other way. Refer to the instruction sheet included with your refrigerator. Understanding Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them.
  • Page 14 Caring For Your Refrigerator In This Section Cleaning your refrigerator Vacation and moving care ....16 Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable few things you can do to extend its product life.
  • Page 15 PART WHAT TO USE Door liners Sponge, soft cloth and gaskets or paper towel with mild detergent and warm water Plastic parts Soft, clean sponge or soft, clean cloth (covers and panels) with mild detergent and warm water Defrost pan Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water...
  • Page 16 Vacation and moving Short vacations No need to shut off the refrigerator if you will be away for less than four weeks. 1. Use up any perishables. 2. Freeze other items. 3. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: Raise signal arm to OFF (up) position.
  • Page 17 Power interruptions If electricity goes off, call the power com- pany. Ask how long power H ill be off. 1. If service will be interrupted 24 hours or less, keep both doors cllxed. helps food stay frozen. 2. If service will be interrupted longer than 24 hours: (a) Remove all frozen food and store in a frozen food locker.
  • Page 18 Food Storage There is a correct way to package and store refrigerated or frozen food. To keep food fresher, longer, take the time to study these recommended Storing fresh food Wrap or storefood placed in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material.
  • Page 19 Storing frozen The freezer section is designed for storage of commercially frozen food and for freezing food at home. NOTE: For further information about prepar- ing food for freezing or food storage times, contact your local Cooperative Extension Service or check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook.
  • Page 20 If You Need Assistance Service Performance problems often result from little things you can fix without tools. Please read the chart below before calling for service on your appliance. 1. Before calling for assistance Listed in this chart are the most common problems consumers run into with their appliances. Please read through this and see if it can solve your problem.
  • Page 21 . . . 4. If you need ment parts FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts. Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your Whirlpool appli- ance. FSP replacement...
  • Page 22 These parts are: Compressor 2. Evaporator 3. Condenser 4. Drier 5. Connecting tubing Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. modifications SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL from anywhere in the U.S.A. Pried on recyckd...

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