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- Page 1 NO-FROST REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER Use And Care Guide 2170417...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents A Note to You ... 2 Important Safety Instructions ... 3 Parts and Features ... 4 Before Uslng Your Refrigerator ..6 Using Your Refrigerator ... 6 Setting the controls ... 6 Changing the control settings..9 Removing the drop-in dcor trim pieces.. -
Page 3: A Note To You
Whirlpool0 Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool Refrigerators are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure you enjoy years of troublefree operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable infomra- tion about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
To reduce tiw risk of fire, ebctrkai using your refrigerator, kiiow these basic precautions: Read all instructions before using the refrigerator. Chlid entrapment and suffocation are not problems d the past. Junked or aban- doned refrigefators are still dangerous . . . eveniftheywilf~ustsitinthegaragea few day~.~ if you are getting rid of your old refrigera-... -
Page 5: Parts And Features
Parts and Features This section contains captioned illustrations with where all parts and features are located and what they look like. Control panels STYLE 1 Refrl&ator control STYLE 2 Freezer ahelf i ii- Control oanel H Modal and sertal number label (on side wall) of your appliance. - Page 6 base grille) ke cube traya and EZ-TrackW Model and erial doortrim Utility compartment Adjuetebie rhdvea 7llll~ Snwn II I III door trim II 1” Base grille I1111 ..a . Freezer light -1111 haif-width...
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Page 7: Before Uslng Your Refrigerator
Before Using Your Refrigerator It is important to prepare your refrigerator for use. This section tells you how to clean it, connect it to a power source, install it, and level it. Cleaning your refrigerator Removing packaging materials Remove tape and any inside labels (except the model and serial number label) before using the refrigerator. - Page 8 Installing it properly Allow 1.25 cm (lh inch) 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.
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Page 9: Setting The Controls
Using Your Refrigerator To obtain the best possible results from your refrigerator, it is important that you operate it property. This section tells you how to set the controls, remove and adjust the features in your refrigerator, and how to save energy. Setting the controls Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are... -
Page 10: Changing The Control Settings
Changing the control If you need to adjust temperatures in refrigerator or freezer, use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. CONDlTION: REASON: Refrigerator Door opened often Large amount of food added section Room temperature too warm too warm Door opened often Freezer... -
Page 11: Removing The Snapoff Door Trim
Removing the snap-off To remove the trim piece: 1. Remove all items from the shelf. 2. Pull out on the inside tab at each end of the trim piece. 3. Lift trim piece straight out. To replace the trlm piece: 1. -
Page 12: Adjusting The Utility Compartment And Tray
Adjusting the utility (on some models) The utility compfutment and tray slide from one side-to the other for more flexible storage. The tray fits on either side of the utility comrtment or partially underneath ft. Experiment and find the positiins that work best for you. -
Page 13: Adjusting The Ez-Trackm Refrigerator Shelf
Adjusting the EZ-Trackm (on some models) The U-Track shelf slide from side to side for more flexible storage in your refrigerator. To slide shelf sld+tmMe: 1. Lii slightly on shelf front. 2. Slide to desired bcatbn. Lower shelf front to level position. NOTE: You do not have to remove small items from the shelf before moving it side-to- side. -
Page 14: Removing The Meat Drawer And Cover
To r&stall shelf~ 1. Hold shelf at front and hack. 2. Till front of shelf up to a 45” angle to track. 3. Insert both rear shelf slides into upper channel of track. 4. Lower front of shelf to a level position. NOTE: Make sure both rear shelf slides are securefy in the track before letting go of shelf. -
Page 15: Removing The Crispers And Crisper Cover
Style Remove the meat drawer and cover for easier cleaning. To remove the meat drawer: 1. Slide meat drawer out to the stop. 2. Lii the front of the meat drawer. 3. Slide meat drawer out the rest of the way. 4. -
Page 16: Adjusting The Crisper Humidity Control
Adjusting the crisper You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between LOW and HIGH. LOW (open) lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins. -
Page 17: Adjusting The Freezer Shelf
Adjusting the freezer Adjust the freezer shelf to match the way you use your freezer. To remove the shelf: 1. Lii entire shelf slightly. 2. Move shelf all the way to one side. 3. Tilt other side up and out of shelf support cups. -
Page 18: Removing The Pull-Out Freezer Floor
Removing the pull-out (on some models) The freezer floor pulls out for easier access to foods in the back of the freezer and for easier cleaning. To remove the freezer floor: 1. Lii both back “fences” up and out. 2. Pull floor out about 1 inch (2.5 cm) with one hand around the air tower section (center back) and one hand at center front. -
Page 19: Using The Optional Automatic
Using the optional If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, or if you plan to add one later (contact the dealer for ice maker kit num- ber), here are a few things you should know. The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm. DOWN to make ice automatically UP to shut off the ice maker IMPORTANT: Do not turn ice maker on... -
Page 20: Removing The Base Grille
Removing the base grille To remove the base grllb: 1. Open the refrigerator door. 2. Grasp the grille with both hands. 3. Push down on the top edge of the grille to release the top clips. 4. Roll grille toward you to release top dips. 5. -
Page 21: Understanding The Sounds You May Hear
To change freezer IlgM: 1. Disconnect refrigerator from power supply. 2. Reach behind light shield to bulb. 3. Replace bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb. 4. Reconnect refrigerator to power supply. NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace a bulb with one of the same size and shape. -
Page 22: Saving Energy
Saving energy You can help your refrigerator use less electricity. Check door gaskets for a tight seal. Level the cabinet to be sure of a good seal. Clean the condenser coils regularly. Open the door as few times as possible. Think about what you need before you open the door. -
Page 23: Caring For Your Refrigerator
Caring for Your Refrigerator Your refrigerator is built to give you many ywrs of dependable wrvice. However, there are a few things you can do to help extend its product lie. Thii section tells you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on holiday, moving, or during a power outage. Cleaning your refrigerator Roth the refrigerator and freezer sections... - Page 24 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 (covers and or soft, clean cloth panels) with mild detergent and warm water Defrost pan Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water...
- Page 25 Long holidays If you will be gone a month or more: 1. Remove all food from the refrigerator. 2. If your refrigerator has an automatic be maker: Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at lwst one day ahead of time. When the last load of ice drops, turn off the ice maker.
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Page 26: Food Storage Guide
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 steps. Storing fresh food Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in air- tight and moisture-proof material. - Page 27 Storing frozen food 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, check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook. Packaging The secret of successful freezing is in the packaging.
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Page 28: Troubleshootlng
Troubleshooting . . . Contact the dealer from whom you pur- chased the unit or an authorized Whirlpool* service wmpany. ‘When asking for help or sewlce: Please provide a detailed description of the problem, your appliance’s complete model and serial numbers, and the pur- chase date. -
Page 29: Warranty
E. Any food loss due to product failure. F. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modiiitions appliance. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE- QUENTIAL DAMAGES. Outside the United States, a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your authorized Whirlpool distributor or military exchange.