Use & Care Manual Top Mount Refrigerator Español READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Welcome Safety Instructions Installation -- Optional Ice Maker To Water Supply Do r Removal Features at a Glance Temperature Controls Looking Inside Water Dispenser & Ice Service Food Storage &...
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Such damage is not covered under your warranty. • Do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent the refrigerator from being turned off accidentally. • Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground Fault Interruptor (GFI) circuit.
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LEVELING All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a solid floor. Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable front rollers or front leveling screws to help level your unit.
To determine the length of copper tubing needed, you will need to measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water pipe. Then add approximately 7 feet (2.1 meters), so the refrigerator can be moved out for cleaning (as shown).
DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS: If your refrigerator will not fit through an entrance area, you can reduce its size by removing the doors. Check first by measuring the entrance. Top Hinge IMPORTANT Cover Before you begin, turn the refrigerator temperature control to “0” and remove the electrical power cord from the wall outlet.
COOL DOWN PERIOD To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading it with food. REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER CONTROLS N O T E N O T E...
To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change. SHELF ADJUSTMENT Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs. Before adjusting the shelves, remove all food. To adjust sliding shelves: Remove shelf by pulling forward to stop position.
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TALL BOTTLE RETAINER (SOME MODELS) The Tall Bottle Retainer keeps tall containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door. To install, hold the retainer at the top, and slide it over the outside wall of the bin, as shown in the diagram. The Tall Bottle Retainer works best with a Bin Snugger.
Humidity Control. This keeps incoming air to a minimum and maintains maximum moisture content. WATER DISPENSER Your refrigerator includes an automatic water dispenser on the front of the refrigerator door. The dispenser is designed to accommodate containers up to 7½ inches high. Dispensing Button...
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This is normal. This may take about 1½ minutes. ICE MAKER If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, it will provide a sufficient supply of ice for normal use. During the initial startup of your refrigerator, no ice will be produced during the first 24 hours of operation.
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If the filter has been in a refrigerator that has not been in use for awhile (during moving for example), change the filter before reinstalling the refrigerator. The dispenser system will also operate without filtration (with filter cartridge removed).
Periodic cleaning of the condenser will help the refrigerator run more efficiently. See the Care and Cleaning Chart on page 15. • Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents. Doing so causes the refrigerator to run longer and use more energy. •...
Your new high-efficiency refrigerator may make unfamiliar sounds. These are all normal sounds and soon will become familiar to you. They also indicate your refrigerator is operating as designed. Hard surfaces, such as vinyl or wood floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make sounds more noticeable.
• When moving the refrigerator, pull straight out. Do not shift the refrigerator from side to side as this may tear or gouge the floor covering. If the refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, be careful not to move the refrigerator beyond the plumbing connections.
Unscrew and replace old bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage. Replace light shield. Remember to plug the refrigerator back in. • Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of 3 weeks or less. • Short Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment. •...
Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit. Products purchased "as-is" are not covered by this warranty. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures. Products used in a commercial setting. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
BEFORE YOU CALL CAUSE • Set refrigerator control. See Temperature Controls section. • This is normal for a fully automatic defrost refrigerator. The defrost cycle occurs periodically, lasting about 30 minutes. • Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet. •...
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