Roper  RT16DKXDN03 Use And Care Manual
Roper  RT16DKXDN03 Use And Care Manual

Roper RT16DKXDN03 Use And Care Manual

No-frost top-freezer refrigerator

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UseAndCare
Table Of Contents
(complete) .................. .2
A Note To You ............... .2
Refrigerator
Safety ........ 3
..... .4
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supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
door swing ..,.............. 22
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Guide . . . . 28
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Requesting
Or Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
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NO-FROST TOP-FREEZER REFRIGERATOR
PART NO. 2193498
6
1'46

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Home Appliances UseAndCare NO-FROST TOP-FREEZER REFRIGERATOR Table Of Contents (complete) ..2 A Note To You ..2 Refrigerator Safety ... 3 ..4 Parts And Features.. Before Using Your Refrigerator ... 6 Using Your Refrigerator .
  • Page 2: A Note To You

    Table Of Contents A Note To You..Safety ... Refrigerator Parts And Features ... 6 Before Using Your Refrigerator ... 6 Cleaning your refrigerator Installing it properly ... Plugging it in ... Leveling it..Using Your Refrigerator.. Setting the controls ... Changing the control settings..
  • Page 3: Refrigerator Safety

    Refrigerator Your safety is important to us. This guide contains statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the warning symbol. IMPORTANT SAFETY Read all instructions before using the...
  • Page 4: Parts And Features

    Parts And Features Below are illustrations of your appliance with the parts and features called out. To help you find information on specific parts or features faster, page references are included. NOTE: The model you purchased may have all or some of the parts and features shown and they may not match the illustrations exactly.
  • Page 5 STYLE freezer bottom STYLE Ice cube trays Easy-clean freezer bottom Control panel (P. 9) Model and serial number label - (on side wall) Meat drawer _I (P. 13) Slide-out wire shelves (P. 12) d Freezer shelf (P- 15) Snap-on door trim (P.
  • Page 6: Before Using Your Refrigerator

    Before Using Your Refrigerator It is important to prepare your refrigerator for use. This section tells you how to clean it, install it, connect it to a power source, 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 7: Plugging It In

    Plugging it in Fire Hazard Do not use an extension cord. Doing so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Recommended Grounding Method A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused and properly grounded electrical supply is required.
  • Page 8: Leveling It

    Leveling Burn Hazard Do not touch refrigeration tubes near defrost pan. Doing so can result in burns. Your refrigerator has 2 front leveling screws -one on the right and one on the left. To adjust one or both of these, follow the directions below.
  • Page 9: Using Your Refrigerator

    Using Your Refrigerator To obtain the best possible results from your refrigerator, it is important that you operate it properly. This section tells you how to set the controls, remove and adjust some of 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 the refrigerator or freezer, use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. If you have questions, call us at l-800-447-6737. REASON: CONDITION: Door opened often Refrigerator Large amount of food added section too warm Room temperature too warm...
  • Page 11: Removing The Drop-In Door Trim Pieces

    Removing the drop-in door trim pieces To remove the trim piece: 1. Remove all items from the shelf. 2. Pull straight up on the trim piece at each end. TO replace the trim piece: 1. Locate each end of the trim piece above the trim pocket opening.
  • Page 12: Adjusting The Refrigerator Shelves

    Adjusting the refrigerator Adjust the shelves to match the way you use your refrigerator. Slide-out wire shelves the shelves: To remove 1. Remove all items from the shelf. 2. Slide shelf straight out to the stop. 3. Lift the front slightly. 4.
  • Page 13: Removing The Meat Drawer And Cover

    Removing the meat drawer Remove the meat drawer and cover for easier cleaning. Style To remove the meat drawer: 1. Slide meat drawer out to the stop. 2. Lift the front of the meat drawer. 3. Slide meat drawer out the rest of the way. 4.
  • Page 14: Removing The Crispers And Crisper Cover

    Removing the crispers To remove the crispers: Slide 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: Push up the cover insert from the bottom, then slide out with both hands.
  • Page 15: Adjusting The Freezer Shelf

    Adjusting the freezer (on some models) Adjust the freezer shelf to match the way you use your freezer. To remove the shelf: 1. Lift entire shelf slightly. 2. Move shelf all the way to one side. 3. Tilt other side up and out of shelf support cups.
  • Page 16: Using The Optional Automatic Ice Maker

    Using the optional If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, or if you plan to add one later, here 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 ice maker IMPORTANT: Do not turn the ice maker...
  • Page 17: Attaching The Optional

    Attaching the optional water supply Read all directions carefully Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug the refrigerator before installing Ice maker. Failure to do so can result In death or electrical shock. IMPORTANT: Use copper tubing only and check for leaks. Install ice maker tubing in areas where temperatures are above freezing.
  • Page 18 Connecting to water line Find a M-inch to 1 %-inch vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator. Horizontal pipe will work, but the NOTE: following precaution must be taken: Drill on the top side of the pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill.
  • Page 19: Removing The Base Grille

    Connecting to refrigerator 1. Disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the product and insert copper tubing through the clamp as shown at the right. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown.
  • Page 20: Supply

    To replace the base grille: 1. Line up the edges of the grille with the outside edges of the cabinet. 2. Roll the grille toward you. 3. Place the lower clips in the openings in the metal panel. 4. Roll the grille toward the cabinet until the top clips snap into place.
  • Page 21: Understanding The Sounds You May Hear

    Understanding the sounds 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. Don’t be. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the floor, walls and cabinets can make the sounds seem louder.
  • Page 22: Reversing The Door Swing

    Reversing the door swing TOOLS NEEDED: 5/16-inch hex-head socket wrench, No. 2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, X-inch open-end wrench IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Before you begin, turn refrigerator OFF, unplug it, and remove any food from door shelves. Remove base grille. When removing hinges, keep doors closed until ready to lift free from cabinet.
  • Page 23 Reversing the handles %-inch COUNTERSINK HEAD HINGE SCREW SCREW vscrew HANDLE OVAL SEALING (USE ON SCREW SCREW BOlTOM OF DOORS) Plugs Plug Spacer Seating OVAL SEALING (USE ON SCREW TOP OF DOORS)
  • Page 24: Caring For Your Refrigerator

    Caring For Your Refrigerator Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable few things you can do to help extend its product life. This section tells you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation, moving, or during a power outage. Cleaning your refrigerator Both the refrigerator and freezer sections...
  • Page 25 PART WHAT TO USE Plastic parts Soft, clean sponge (covers and panels) or soft, clean cloth with mild detergent and warm water Defrost pan Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water Condenser Vacuum cleaner coils with extended narrow attachment HOW TO CLEAN Wipe and dry thoroughly.
  • Page 26: Vacation And Moving Care

    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 27: Power Interruptions

    Power interruptions If electricity goes off, call the power com- pany. Ask how long power will be off. 1. If service will be interrupted 24 hours or less, keep both doors closed. This helps foods 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 28: 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 Storing fresh food Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material.
  • Page 29: Storing Frozen Food

    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, contact your local Cooperative Extension Service or check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook.
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Listed in the chart below are the most common problems consumers refrigerator. Please read through this chart before calling for service. It could save cost of a service call. PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Your refrigerator Is the power supply cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper will not operate voltage? Has a household fuse or circuit breaker blown/tripped?
  • Page 31: Requesting Assistance Or Service

    . . . 3. 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 ROPER@ appli- ance. FSP replacement parts will fit right...
  • Page 32: Assistance

    C. Pickup and delivery. Your refrigerator is designed to be repaired in the home. D. Damage to your refrigerator caused by accident, misuse, fire, flood, acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool. E. Any food loss due to product failure.

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