Whirlpool TT21AKXKQ02 Use & Care Manual

Whirlpool refrigerator use & care guide

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REFRIGERATOR USE & CARE GUIDE
If you need assistance or service, first see the "Troubleshooting"
section. Additional help is available by calling the Estate Customer
Interaction Center at 1-800-253-1301 from anywhere in the
U.S.A., or write:
Estate Brand Home Appliances
Customer Interaction Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
Keep this book and your sales slip together for future
reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation
date for in-warranty service.
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:
WARNING
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ............................ 1
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY............................... 1
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ................... 2
REFRIGERATOR USE ..................................... 7
REFRIGERATOR CARE................................... 9
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................... 10
WARRANTY.................................................... 12

Assistance or Service

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
DANGER

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Write down the following information about your appliance to help
you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it. You will need
to know your complete model number and serial number. You can
find this information on the model and serial number label, located
on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment.
Dealer name____________________________________________________
Serial number __________________________________________________
Address ________________________________________________________
Phone number __________________________________________________
Model number __________________________________________________
Purchase date __________________________________________________
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
instructions.

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    REFRIGERATOR USE & CARE GUIDE If you need assistance or service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section. Additional help is available by calling the Estate Customer Interaction Center at 1-800-253-1301 from anywhere in the U.S.A., or write: Estate Brand Home Appliances Customer Interaction Center 553 Benson Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692...
  • Page 2: Installation Instructions

    WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions: Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Disconnect power before servicing.
  • Page 3: Location Requirements

    Location Requirements WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a / " (1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2"...
  • Page 4: Connect The Water Supply

    Water Pressure A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and 120 psi (207 - 827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber. Reverse Osmosis Water Supply IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out of a reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the...
  • Page 5: Refrigerator Doors

    Refrigerator Doors TOOLS NEEDED: " hex-head socket wrench, #2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-blade screwdriver, " open-end wrench, flat 2" putty knife. IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and adjustable door or utility bins from doors. If you only want to remove and replace the doors, see “Remove Doors and Hinges”...
  • Page 6: Door Removal

    Door Removal & Replacement Base Grille Top Hinge A. Top Hinge Cover " Hex-Head Hinge Screws C. Top Hinge Center Hinge A. Center Hinge " Hex-Head Hinge Screws Bottom Hinge A. Bottom Hinge " Hex-Head Hinge Screws Standard Door - Door Swing Reversal (optional) A.
  • Page 7: Refrigerator Use

    Adjust the Doors Door Closing Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers – one on the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the doors to close easier, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using the instructions below: 1.
  • Page 8: Ice Maker

    Adjusting Controls The mid-settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm. If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked.
  • Page 9: Refrigerator Care

    Cleaning WARNING Explosion Hazard Use nonflammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire. Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors from building up. Wipe up spills immediately. IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other.
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Refrigerator Operation The refrigerator will not operate Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is working.
  • Page 11: Temperature And Moisture

    Temperature and Moisture Temperature is too warm New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool completely. Door(s) opened often or left open? Allows warm air to enter refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep doors fully closed. Large load of food added? Allow several hours for refrigerator to return to normal temperature.
  • Page 12: Warranty

    On models with a water filter: 30 day limited warranty on water filter. For 30 days from the date of purchase, when this filter is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation will pay for replacement parts to correct defects in materials and workmanship.

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