Whirlpool EL7JWKLMQ04 Use & Care Manual page 6

IMPORTANT:
• The mode switch in the center of the control panel is used to
select the operating mode of the convertible refrigerator/
freezer. When the left-hand side of the switch is depressed
and the indicator lights up, the product is a Refrigerator.
When the right-hand side of the switch is depressed and the
indicator lights up, the product is a Freezer.
NOTE: Do not stack large or bulky items that may cover the
center rib of the top door shelf. Large or bulky items may
press against the mode switch changing the function of the
convertible refrigerator/freezer.
• The convertible refrigerator/freezer has 2 separate
controls.The REFRIGERATOR (left-hand) temperature control
is used when operating as a refrigerator. The FREEZER
(right-hand) temperature control is used when operating as a
freezer.
NOTE: Both temperature controls should remain at the
desired temperature setting. This allows the convertible
refrigerator/freezer to return to the desired temperature when
either operating mode is selected.
To Operate as a Refrigerator
Setting the control
For your convenience, your convertible refrigerator/freezer
control is preset at the factory to the recommended setting as
shown.
REFRIGERATOR FREEZER 3
1. Make sure the Refrigerator control is still preset to 3
(mid-setting).
2. Press the MODE SWITCH closer to the Refrigerator control
until it lights up.
NOTE: To turn your refrigerator off, turn the Refrigerator
control to OFF. Your refrigerator will not cool when the control
is set to the OFF position.
Allow the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding
food. It is best to wait 24 hours before putting food into the
refrigerator. Turning the temperature control to a colder (higher)
than recommended setting will not cool the compartment any
faster. The control is set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as
you like.
NOTE: If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled
completely, your food may spoil.
When the refrigerator is first started, the compressor will run
constantly until the cabinet is cooled. It may take up to 6 or
8 hours (or longer), depending on room temperature and the
number of times the refrigerator door is opened. After the cabinet
is cooled, the compressor will turn on and off as needed to keep
the refrigerator at the proper temperature.
The outside of your refrigerator may feel warm. This is normal.
The refrigerator's design and main function is to remove heat
from packages and air space inside the refrigerator. The heat is
transferred to the room air, making the outside of the refrigerator
feel warm.
NOTE: During high humidity, moisture may form on the outside of
the refrigerator. To prevent rust, dry the refrigerator's exterior and
adjust the temperature control to a colder (higher) setting.
Adjusting the control
Move the dial one setting at a time and wait 24 hours between
adjustments.
• Turn control to a higher number for colder temperatures.
• Turn control to a lower number for less cold temperatures.
To Operate as a Freezer
IMPORTANT: Remove all glass containers from the convertible
refrigerator/freezer before selecting Freezer mode.
Setting the control
For your convenience, your convertible refrigerator/freezer
control is preset at the factory to the recommended setting as
shown.
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REFRIGERATOR FREEZER
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1. Make sure the Freezer control is still preset to 3 (mid-setting)
as shown.
NOTE: This setting is designed to maintain the temperature
at or near 0°F (-17.8°C) under normal operating conditions.
2. Press the MODE SWITCH closer to the Freezer control until it
lights up
NOTE: To turn your freezer off, turn the Freezer control to
OFF. Your product will not cool when the freezer control is set
to the OFF position.
Allow the freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen
food. Turning the temperature control to a colder (higher) than
recommended setting will not cool the compartment any faster.
Let the freezer cool overnight before adding large amounts of
unfrozen food. Never add more than 2 to 3 Ibs. (907-1,350 g) of
unfrozen food per cubic foot (28.32 L) of freezer space.
NOTE: If you add food before the freezer has cooled completely,
your food may spoil.
When the freezer is first started, the compressor will run
constantly until the cabinet is cooled. It may take up to 6 or
8 hours (or longer), depending on room temperature and the
number of times the freezer door is opened. After the cabinet is
cooled, the compressor will turn on and off as needed to keep
the freezer at the proper temperature.
The outside of your freezer may feel warm. This is normal. The
freezer's design and main function is to remove heat from
packages and air space inside the freezer. The heat is transferred
to the room air, making the outside of the freezer feel warm.
Adjusting the control
Move the dial one setting at a time and wait 24 hours between
adjustments.
• Turn control to a higher number for colder temperatures.
• Turn control to a lower number for less cold temperatures.
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