Whirlpool GI5FVAXY User Manual page 5

Complete the Installation
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard
the first three batches of ice produced. Allow 3 days to completely
fill ice container.
Refrigerator Doors
TOOLS NEEDED: " hex head socket wrench, Torx
screwdriver, #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 any
adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
If you are only removing and replacing the doors, the
instructions are the same regardless of door style. See
"Remove Doors and Hinges" and "Replace Doors and
Hinges" later in this section.
Depending on your model, you may have standard Style 1 or
contour Style 2 doors. If you are also going to reverse the
door swing, follow the instructions for the appropriate door
style.
All graphics referenced in the following instructions are
included later in this section after "Final Steps."
Remove Doors and Hinges
" Hex Head Hinge Screw
12-24 Torx
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Open refrigerator door and remove base grille from the bottom
front of the refrigerator. See Base Grille graphic.
†®TORX is a registered trademark of Saturn Fasteners, Inc.
®† T27
®† Head Screw
3. Close the refrigerator door and keep both doors closed until
you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the
hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets
to hold the doors in place while you are working.
4. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge
graphic. Lift the freezer door free from the cabinet.
5. Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center
Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.
6. Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the
Bottom Hinge graphic.
NOTE: For 21 cu ft models, remove both the bottom hinge
assembly and the leveling foot.
IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your doors so that they open
in the opposite direction, continue with the "Reverse Doors
(optional)" instructions. If you are not reversing the doors, see
"Replace Doors and Hinges."
Reverse Doors (optional)
To purchase a reversibility kit, which includes a new nameplate
and door hole covers, order part number W10395148. See
"Accessories" for contact information.
Style 1–Standard Doors
See complete Style 1 graphics later in this section.
Door Stop Screw
"
Door Handle Sealing Screw
Flat-Head Handle Screw
Door Handle Seal Screw Front
Cabinet
1. Remove " hex head hinge screws from handle side and
move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-1.
2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top and move
them to opposite side hinge holes as shown in Graphic 1-2.
Freezer Door
1. Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts
together. See Graphic 2.
2. Remove door hinge hole plug. Move to opposite side as
shown in Graphic 3.
3. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side of
freezer door as shown in Graphic 4.
4. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of freezer door as
shown in Graphic 5.
5. Position handle on opposite side of freezer door. Assemble
handles on door as shown in Graphic 2.
6. Tighten all screws. Set aside door until hinges and refrigerator
compartment door are in place.
Door Hinge Hole Plug
Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug
Door Handle Screw Cover
Round-Head Handle Screw
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