Jenn-Air JTB1986ARA User manual

Models JTB1986-2688
Refrigerator Guide
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Introduction .................... 1
Safety Instructions ............... 2
InstallationInstructions .......... 3
Features at aGlance .............. 4
Temperature Controls ............. 5
Energy Saving Tips ............... 6
h_terior Designs............... 7-i l
Adjustable Features 7-9
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Specialized Storage ........ 1O-11 _
Jce Service ..................... 12
Food Storage Tips ............... 13
Food Storage Chart .............. 14
Main taining Your Refrigerator ..... 15
Care and Cleaning .............. 16
Refrigerator Cleaning Chart ....... 17
Before You Call ................. 18
Warranty ................ Back Page
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IntroductionModels:JTB1986-2688
Congratulations on the pur- Please keep your sales slip or cancelled check. Should any
chase of a Jenn-Air refrigera- warranty service be required, proof of original date of pur-
tor! chase is needed. For additional questions, please contact
We appreciate your purchase us:
decision and feel confident you Jenn-Air
will be happy with this appli- 403 West Fourth Street North
ance for years to come. For best Newton, Iowa 50208
results, we suggest reading this [phone]
guide carefully. You will find (Mon.-Fri.,8am-5pm Central Time)
instructions on the proper oper- Internet: http://www.jennair.com
ation and maintenanceof your
refrigerator. Additionally foodIn our continuing effort to improve the quality of our
storage information has been
included for you.refrigerators, it may be necessary to make changes to
the appliance without revising this guide.
Should you ever need ourfuture assistance with your
refrigerator, a completemodel andserialnumberrecorded
inthespaces below will be extremely helpful. These num-
bers are found on a data plate inside the refrigerator com-
partment on the upper left side.
Model Number
Serial Number
RevisionNumber

Important Safety Instructions2
WARNING _When using your appliance, always follow basic precautions, including
the following:
•Use the refrigerator only for its intended purpose. Important: Child entrapment and suffocation are
• To prevent possibility of hazard due to electrical shock, not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
never plug the refrigerator into a receptacle which has refrigerators are still dangerous.., even if they will
not been grounded adequately and in accordance with sit for "just a few days." If you are getting rid of
the local and national electrical codes. See _ warning your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions
and the grounding instructions below, below to help prevent accidents.
•Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or replacing a •Takeoff the doors.
light bulb. •Leave the shelves in place so that children may not
• In case of power failure, minimize door openings. If the easilyclimb inside.
power failure is of a long duration, protect the food by
placing blocks of dry ice on top of the packages or check
with a local frozen foods locker about temporary stor-
age. Frozen foods which have thawed completely should
not be refrozen.
• Any electrical service cord that becomes frayed or dam-
aged should be immediately repaired or replaced. Never
unplug your appliance by pulling on the power cord.
• Your refrigerator should not be operated in the presence
of explosive fumes.
•Children should not climb, hang or stand on the shelves
of this refrigerator, i
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__ WARNING _ This appliance is designed tooperate on anormal 115 volt,15 amp,60 cycle
line. There should be a separate, grounded circuit serving this appliance only. Do not use an exten-
sion cord.Do not use any device that will alter the electrical performance of this appliance.
This appliance is equipped with a three-pronged grounding plug for
your protection against possible electrical shock hazards. It must be
plugged into a grounding receptacle. Where a standard two-prong
wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal responsibility and
obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a properly
grounded three-prong wall receptacle. Do not under any circum-
stances, cut orremove thethird (ground) prong from the power cord.
Do not use an adapter plug.
Save These Instructions

Installation Instructions
Yournew refrigerator was packed carefully for shipment. Remove and discard shelf pack-
ing clips (if used) located just above each shelf where they hook onto the frame. To
remove plastic clips wiggle the clips sideways and pull straight out.
Location of Your Levelingis Important
R e f ri gera t o rToenhanceitsappearanceandtomaintainefficientperfor-
• Allow for a free flow of air through the front base grille, mance, your refrigerator should be level.
• Install the refrigerator where the room temperature will For refrigerators with 4 fixed wheels (models JTBI986,
not go below 55° E With temperatures below 55°, the JTB2186):
refrigerator will not run frequently enough to maintain • Adjust the leveling screws beneath each front comer at
proper temperature in the freezer, the base of the cabinet. Turn these leveling screws clock-
wise to raise a cabinet comer and counterclockwise to
• Allow a minimum 1/2" clearance on the sides, top and lower a cabinet comer (see fig. 3).
back for ease of installation. If refrigerator is placed
with the door hinge side against a wall, you may want to • If the floor is not level and it is necessary to raise the rear
allow additional space so the door can be opened wider, of the cabinet, we suggest roiling the rear wheels onto a
piece of plywood or other shim material.
• Use caution when installing the unit on vinyl or hard-
wood floors so as not to mark or otherwise damage the For all other models:
flooring. A piece of plywood, a rug or other material • Grasp both ends of the base grille and pull straight out to
should be used to protect the floor while positioning the remove (see fig. 1).
unit. •Adjust the wheels with a screwdriver or a 1/4" socket
(see fig. 2).
• To prevent the refrigerator from rolling, use the level-
ing/lock screws. (see fig. 3). To lock the cabinet in place,
turn down both levering screws
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Fig.1
TURN CLOCKWISE TO I
RAISE CABINET CORNER - _ _s
B
TURN
COUNTER-CLOCKWISE
TO LOWER CABINET
CORNER Fig. 3
Fig. 2

Features at a Glance
Twin Fresh TM
Climate
Control Freezer
IceBin System Light
Ice Cube Trays
Twin
Freezer Drop Down
Shelf Freezer
Basket
Freezer
Shelf
Freezer
Basket
Refrigerator
Compartment
Shelf With Keeper
Drawer
Rack
Egg Caddy Tender
Sealed Glass
Cantilever
Shelves Tall Bottle
Sealed Retainer
Crisper Shelf Lift Off
Humidity Door Bins
Controls
Crispers 1lit Out
Door Bins
Base Grille
Features may vary according to model.

Temperature Controls
Your refiigerator has Twin FreshTM climate control for provision of optimal fresh and frozen food temperatures.
To adjust the controls, move the slide to the left or right as desired,
TwinFresh TM Climate Adjusting the Twin FreshTM
Control Settings Climate Controls
• The refrigerator control has settings from 1 (warmest) to * 24 hours after adding food, you may decide that one
9 (coldest). Initially set this control on 5. or both compartments should be colder or warmer. If
• The freezer control has settings from 1 (warmest) to 9 so, adjust the control(s) as indicated in the table
below.
(coldest). Initially set this control on 5.
• Let the refrigerator run at least 8-12 hours before adding ° Except when starting the refrigerator, do not change
food. either control more than one number at a time.
• Allow 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize before
resetting.
• Changing either control will have some effect on the
temperature of the other compartment.
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TWIN FRESHTM :CLIMATE CONTROL GUIDE
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Refrigerator too Warm Slide the refrigerator control tonext higher setting.
Refrigerator too Cold Slide the refrigerator control to next lower setting.
Freezer too Warm Slide the freezer control to next higher setting.
Freezer too Cold Slide the freezer control to next lower setting.
Turn refrigerator OffSlide freezer control toOFE
NOTE: Sliding the freezer control toOFFstops cooling in BOTH compartments. It does not shut off
power tothe refrigerator.
No Defrosting
Your refrigerator is designed to defrost automatically.
NOTE: During the automatic defrost cycle, you may notice
a red glow/reflection in the vents on the back wall
of the freezer compartment and you may hear the
sound of water droplets coming into contact with
the defrost heater. This is normal during the
defrost cycle.

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Warm Cabinet Surfaces
At times, the front of the refrigerator cabinet may be warm
to the touch. This is a normal occurrence that helps prevent
moisture from condensing on the cabinet. The condition
will be more noticeable when you first start the refrigera-
tor, during hot weather and after excessive or lengthy door
openings.
EnergySaving Tips
• Locate the refrigerator away from heat producing appli-
ances such as the range or dishwasher, heat vents and
direct sunlight.
• Level the refrigerator and do not block ventilation
around the front grille.
• Keep the freezer full to near capacity so less cold air will
escape during door openings. When the freezer is less
than two-thirds full, place milk cartons half full of water
in the freezer.
• Let hot dishes cool slightly before putting into the
refrigerator or freezer.
•Cover liquids.
• Wipe moisture from the outside of containers before
placing them into the refrigerator.
• Avoid opening the doors too often.
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7Interior Designs
Adjustable Features
Refrigerator Shelves
The Tempered Glass Cantilever Shelvescan be posi-
tioned tosuityour individualneeds. In some models, these
shelves are sealed tocontain any spillswhich mightoccur.
To remove a shelf:
• slightly lift up the rear of the shelf
•pull the shelf straight out
Tolock the shelf into another position:
• tilt up the front edge of the shelf Slide-out shelves (certain models) can easily be pulled for-
, insert the hooks into the desired frame openings ward for access to foods placed at the rear.
• let the shelf settle into place To slide out:
• be sure the shelf is securely locked at the rear • grasp the front of the shelf and pull forward
• push in the shelf to return to the original position
_k WARNING -- Never attempt to adjust ashelf that is loaded with food (except in the case
of the Elevator TM Shelf).
ElevatoF _ Shelf
The fresh food compartment may be equipped withan press both locks inwards.Lift slightly and tilt the
ElevatorTM Shelf. Thisshelf has a spill retainer edgefor easy frame assembly toallow the rear guides toclear the
cleanup. It also has the convenient slideout featurethat allows vertical rails.
easy access to items stored at therear of the shelf. • To reinstall, tilt the flame assembly while depressing
This shelf can be adjustedup or down without having to be both locks, reposition the rear guide behind the verti-
unloaded of its contents. To adjust an ElevatorTM Shelf, cal rails. When the shelf is level, release the locks
unfold the recessed crank handle so it is at a right angle to allowing the shelf to latch in the correct position.
the shelf front. Crank to the right (clockwise) to raise the
height of the shelf, and the left (counterclockwise) to lower
the height of the shelf. VERTICAL RAILS
To remove the ElevatorTM shelf for occasional cleaning: REARGUIDES
•Completely unload the shelf. LOCKS
• Grasp the shelf front and pull forward until it stops.
• Press the stops from below (both sides) upward and con-
tinue pulling the shelf forward, clear of the frame.
• To reinstall, align the shelf to the frame and push it all
theway back. (There is no need to depress the stops for FRAMEASSEMBLY OUTSHELF
reinstallation).
In ordinary use, the ElevatorTM shelf with the frame assem-
bly does NOT require removal. Though unlikely,
and not recommended, the correct removal procedure is as
follows:
• Unload the shelf completely.
• While supporting the shelf and frame from the front,

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The Multi Can Rack (certain models) suspends from one
of the cantilever shelves. It hooks over the wires found in
the framework under the shelf. The sloped design allows
for cans to roll forward as one is removed.
Freezer Shelves
Your new refrigerator has one of three types of shelving
alternatives in the freezer compartment. These are
described below.
The Adjustable Freezer Shelf can be adjusted up or down
or removed to accommodate various sized packages.
To remove the shelf:
•lift the end up about 3 inches
•pull the rightend bars out of the cupsin the side wall
To replace the shelf:
• reposition the removablesupport plugs on the leftside
wall to the desired level
• reverse the removal procedure ++.+_+.++¢++**+
The Expandable-widthFreezer Shelf adjusts sideways to
open up a full-height space for tall packages, such aspizza.
The leg on the right side of the shelf slides to make this
adjustment.
The shelf can also adjustto two heights.
To adjust the shelf height:
• remove the shelf from the freezer
•slide the leg out of the channels
• reinsert the leg in the alternate height position
• return the shelf to the freezer,inserting the left end into
the liner cups.
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The Twin Expandable Freezer Shelf allows for increased
freezer storage capacity byadding another shelf. To
accommodate for varying frozen food loads, the heightof
the shelvescan be adjusted. The lower shelf hasexpand-
able width capabilities(asdescribed above) so an area for
talleritems can be created.

Interior Designs
DoorShelves
The LiftOff Bins are roomy enough to handle gallon-
plus sized containers. They are adjustable and can be eas-
ily removed.
To remove:
• lift the shelf front up until it clears the retainers on the
door liner.
• pull the bin straight out
To replace:
• reverse the above procedure.
AShelf Tenderis located in one refrigerator door bin (cer- _:
tain models have two tenders). Shelftenders secure bottles
and other containers in their upright position and are easi-
ly adjusted by sliding sideways. Certain models have a
shelf tender on one freezer door shelf also.
The Tall Bottle Retainer (certain models) is designed to
preventtall bottles from tipping forward. It iseasily
adjustedby slidingfrom side toside.
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Specialized Storage Areas
Specialized Storage Areas
Depending on the model you have chosen, your refrig- To remove this drawer for cleaning:
erator has either a Dell Storage Drawer or an Adjusti-
Temp Drawer. These drawers are designed to provide a • pull the drawer out until it stops
short term storage area for fresh meats, cheeses and lun- • lift the drawer up slightly and pull it out
cheon meats. Toreplace the drawer:
For models with the Adjusti-Temp Drawer, a control is • reverse above procedure.
located on the shelf front above the drawer. Simply slide This drawer can be positioned as desired on either the left
the control knob left or right toachieve the desired inter-
nal temperature of thedrawer, or right side ofthe refrigerator cabinet.
• for optimal cheese storage, slide the control to the
left
• for optimal meat storage, slide the control to the
right For best results, keep this drawer closed tightly at all
times.
COOL
The Crispersare ideal for storage of fruit and vegetables. To remove a crisper drawer for cleaning:
There is ahumidity control located on the glass shelf above
each of the crisper drawers. • pull out the crisper until it stops
• tilt the drawer front up and pull it out
For optimal fruit storage, slide the crisper control
to the left to provide lower humidity conditions in To replace a crisper drawer:
the drawer. • align the drawer in the tracks
For optimal vegetable storage, slide the crisper • lift the drawer front and slide in
control to the right to provide higher humidity
conditions in the drawer. Forbest results,keep the crispers tightly closed.
LOW
The Sealed Crisper Shelf (certain models) or the Tempered Glass Crisper Shelf also serve as the lower refrigerator
shelf.
To remove the crisper shelf:To replace the crisper shelf:
•lift the front edge of the shelf • set the rear bars on the support
• pull the shelf straight out • push the shelf back until the front edge can be lowered
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To use the roomy Dairy Compartment, simply raise
the cover. Depending on which model you have chosen,
this compartment may come equipped with a Tender to
secure compartment contents in place or a Butter Dish.
If your model has the tender, simply slide it from side to
side for desired placement.
The Egg Caddy (style may vary) holds a "dozen-plus" :_
eggs. It can be removed to be washed or carried to a work
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The Tilt Out Refrigerator Door Bins (certain models) are
ideal for storing awkward containers such as liter bottles
and bagged items. By tilting the bins outward, space is
opened up to conveniently load or retrieve contents.
The Slide Out FreezerBasket (certain models) is found in _ i:!]
the main freezer compartment. It is a convenient storage
area, providing easy access to items stored in the rear of the _ .-_
freezer. Slide the basket out to reach or store frozen foods. __11___
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Ice Service
Ice Cube Trays • The initial batchmay alsocontain impuritiesfrom the new
water supply piping. Therefore, all cubesfrom the first
The freezercompartment ofyour refrigeratorisequipped two or three batches should be discarded.
with ice cube traysandanicestorage bin. Toreleasethe ice • When the ice cubesare ejected itisnormal for several
cubes from a tray, hold the tray upside down over thebincubesto bejoined togetheratthe ends. They caneasily be
andtwist both ends.broken apart. The ice makerwill continue to make ice
Dependingonthe model you havechosen, the ice bineither until thesupply of ice cubes raises the wire leverarm,
slidesinto railsunderanice cube tray rack or stacks neatly shutting the ice makeroff.
on top of the ice trays. • Certain soundsmay accompanythevariouscyclesof the
ice maker.The motor may have a slight hum, thecubes
will rattle as they fall into an emptystorage pan and the
water valve may clickor "buzz"occasionally.
•Iftheice isnot used frequently, the ice cubeswill become
cloudy, shrink,stick together and tastestale. Empty the
icestorage bin periodically and wash itin lukewarm
water. Be sureto dry the bin beforereplacingit.
•To removethe ice bin, pull itforward, away from the ice
maker.To avoidthe ice makerdumpingice while the bin
is removed, turn the ice makeroff by lifting the wire
lever.
Automatic Ice Maker(optional) •To replace the ice bin, reversethe above procedure. Turn
Your refrigerator is automatic ice maker ready. The number theice maker on by lowering the wire lever arm.
for the ice maker kit you need appears on the data plate (see • Beverage and foods should not be placed in the ice storage
page 1). bin for quick chilling. These items can block the wire lever
arm, causing the ice maker to malfunction.
• Turn off (arm up) the ice maker when the water supply is
to be shut off for several hours.
For Your Safety
Donot place fingers orhandson the automaticice mak-
ing mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in. This
will help protect you from possible injury'. It will also pre-
vent interference with moving parts of the ejector mech-
anism and the beating element that releases the cubes.
Under certain rare circumstances,ice cubes may be dis-
colored, usually appearing with a green-bluish hue. The
cause of this unusual discoloration can be a combination
of factors such as certain characteristics of local waters,
household plumbing and the accumulation of copper salts
in an inactive water supply line which feeds the ice maker.
Continued consumption of such discolored ice cubes may
• After your refrigerator has been hooked up to the water be injurious to health. If such discoloration is observed,
supply,move the wire lever arm into the down position, discard the ice cubes and contactyour dealer to purchase
This will start its operation. The ice maker will fill with and install a water line filter.
water when the freezer reaches the proper temperature.
• It may be 8 to 12 hours before the ice maker furnishes any
usable ice cubes. The first one or two batches will proba-
bly contain undersized and irregular cubes because of air
in the supply line.

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Tips
Fresh Food Storage Frozen Food Storage
• The fresh food compartment of a refrigerator should be •The freezer compartment of a refrigerator should be
kept between 34°F and 40°F withan optimum temper- kept at 0°F or lower. To check the temperature, place
ature of 37°F. To check the temperature, place an an appliance thermometer between the frozen pack-
appliance thermometer in a glass of water and place in ages and check after 24 hours. If the temperature is
the center of the refrigerator. Check after 24 hours. If above 0°F, adjustthe control as described on page .5.
the temperature is above 40°F adjust the controls as • A freezer operates more efficiently when it is at least
explained on page ,5. two-thirds full.
• Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves. This
reduces the circulation of air around the food and Packaging Foods forFreezing
results in uneven cooling. • To minimize dehydration and quality deterioration use
aluminum foil,freezer wrap,freezer bags or airtight
Fruits andVegetables containers. Force as much air out of the packages as
• Storage in the crisper drawers traps moisture to help possible and be sure they are tightly sealed. Trapped air
preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time can cause the food to dry out,change color and devel-
periods. (Refer to page 10). op an off-flavor (freezer burn).
• Sort fruits and vegetables before storage and use • Overwrap fresh meats and poultrywith suitable freezer
bruised or soft items first. Discard those showing signs wrap prior to freezing.
of decay. • Do not refreeze meat that has completely thawed.
• Alwayswrap odorous foods such as onions and cabbage
so the odor does not transfer to other foods. Loading the Freezer
• While vegetables need a certain amount of moisture to • Avoid adding too much warm food to the freezer at one
remain fresh,too much moisture can shorten storage time. This overloads the freezer, slows the rate offreez-
times (especially lettuce). Drain vegetables well before ing and can raise the temperature of frozen foods.
storing. • Leave space between the packages so cold air can cir-
culate freely, allowing food to freeze as quickly as pos-
Meat andCheese sible.
• Raw meat and poultry should be wrapped securely so • Avoid storing hard-to-freeze foods such as ice cream
leakage and contamination of other foods or surfaces and orange juice on the freezer door shelves. These
does not occur, foods are best stored in the freezer interior where the
• Occasionally mold will develop on the surface of hard temperature varies less with door openings.
cheeses (Swiss,Cheddar, Parmesan). Cut off at least an Refer tothe Food Storage Chart onpage 14 for
inch around and below the moldy area. Keepyour knife approximate storage times.
or instrument out of the mold itself. The remaining
cheese will be safe and flavorful to eat. Do NOT try to
save individual cheese slices,soft cheese, cottage
cheese, cream,sour cream or yogurt when mold
appears. _,
Dairy Food
• Most dairy foods such as milk,yogurt, sour cream and
cottage cheese have freshness dates on their cartons for
appropriate length of storage. Store these foods in the
original carton and refrigerate immediately after pur-
chasing and each use.

Food Storage Chart
FoodStorage Chart (Storage times are approximate and may vary depending on type of packaging, storage
temperature, and the quality of the food when purchased. )
Eggs in the shell, 3 weeks Not recommended Refrigerate small ends down.
Leftover yolks or whites 2-4 days 9-12 months For each cup of yolks to be frozem add 1 tsp. sugar for use in
sweet, or 1 tsp. salt for non-sweet dishes.
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Apples I month 8 months (cooked) May also store unripe or hard apples at 60-70°F.
Bananas 2-4 days 6 months (whole/peeled) Ripen at room temperature before refrigerating. Bananas & avo-
Pears, plums, avocados 3-4 days Not recommended cados darken when refrigerated.
Berries, cherries, apricots 2-3 days 6 months
Grapes 3-5 days 1 month (whole)
Citrus ti'uitsI-2weeks Not recommended May also store at 60-70°E If refrigerated, store uncovered.
t'lneaPineales,_dscut [ 2-3 da s I 6-12 months Will not ripen after purchase. Use quickly.
les ___o-__rnontns _ _ __
Asparagus 1-2 days 8-10 months Don't wash before refrigerating. Store in crisper.
Brussels sprouts, broccoli, 3-5 days 8-10 months Wrap odorous foods. Leave peas in pods.
cauliflower, green peas, lima
beans, green onions, peppers
Cabbage, celery 1-2 weeks 10-12 months Wrap odorous foods & refrigerate in crisperr.
Carrots, parsnips, beets, & 7-i0 days 8_10months Remove tops. Wrap odorous foods & refrigerate in the crisper.
turnips
Lettuce 7-10 days I Not recommended ]
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Chicken and Turkey, whole 1-2 days 12 months Keep in original packaging for refrigeration. Place in the Meat
Chicken and Turkey, pieces 1-2 days 9 months and Cheese Drawen When freezing longer than 2 weeks, over-
Fish 1-2 days 2-6 months wrap with freezer wrap.
Bacon 7 days 1 month
Beef or lamb, ground 1-2 days 3-4 months Fresh meats can be kept in original packaging for refrigeration.
Beef or lamb, roast & steak 3-5 days 6-9 months Place in the Meat and Cheese Drawer. When freezing longer
Ham, fully cooked, whole 7 days 1-2months than 2 weeks, overwrap with freezer wrap.
half 5 days 1-2 months
slices 3 days 1-2 months
Luncheon meat 3-5 days 1-2 months Unopened, vacuum-packed luncheon meat may be kept up to 2
Pork, roast 3-5 days 4-6 months weeks in the Meat and Cheese Drawer.
Pork, chops 3-5 days 4 months
Sausage,ground 1-2 days 1-2 months
Sausage, smoked 7 days 1-2 months
Veal 3-5 days 4-6 months
Frankfnrters 7 days 1 month Processed meats should be tightly wrapped and stored in the
Meat and Cheese Drawer.
Sources: United States Department of Agriculture; Food Marketing Institute; Cooperative Extension Service, lowa State University

JiMaintaining Your Refrigerator
Vacations Moving
If you will be gone for a month or less, leave the controls When moving, follow steps a-d under Vacations. In addi-
at the usual settings, tion, remove and carefully pack any items that are easily
During longer absences: removable. Ship the refrigerator in an upright position with
a) remove all food, the doors taped shut.
b) shut off the ice maker (if installed) and the valve where
you tapped into the water line tosupply the refrigerator,
c) disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical outlet,
d) clean and dry the refrigerator thoroughly,
e) leave the doors open to prevent odors.
Replacing a LightBulb
_k CAUTION: Disconnect the power cord before replacing light bulb(s). Wear gloves as
protection against possible broken glass.
Always use a standard 40 or 60 watt appliance bulb.
Refrigerator Freezer
There are two light bulbs located under the top of the The freezer light is located on the back wall, near the upper
refrigerator compartment, on either side of the Twin right corner.
FreshTM control housing. To remove the bulb cover:
• Carefully grasp the lightbulb by reaching behind the • Grasp the top and bottom of the bulb cover. Press in the
bulb cover, areas of the attachment tabs, applying enough pressure
• Unscrew the lightbulb and replace, to unhook the tabs. At the same time, pivot the cover
down and remove.
• Unscrew the ligbtbulb and replace.
• Replace the bulb cover by pivoting it back into place and
snapping the tabs into the appropriate slots.

Care and Cleaning [0
Refer to the chart on the following page for specific refrig- NO Clean TM commercial-duty
erator cleaning guidelines. Condenser
Disconnect the power cord before clean- A clean condenser means more efficient refrigerator oper-
ing.ation. Thanks to the unique design of the condenser in your
new refrigerator, there's no longer a need for routine con-
Cleaning Under the Refrigerator denser cleaning in normal home usage surroundings.
Some operating environments may beparticularly dusty or
Your refrigerator canbe rolled out for cleaning the floor greasy.In these situations, the condenser can be periodi-
underneath. Raise the locking feet if engaged (see page 3). callycleaned to insure maximum efficiency.
Pull the refrigerator straight out from the walk

/Refrigerator Cleaning Chart
CAUTION: Disconnect the power cord before cleaning• Do not touch refrigerated sur-
faces with wet or damp hands• Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces. Before clean-
ing thefreezer,allow it to warm up. Allow glass shelves to warm up before immersing in
warm water•
Refrigerator Cleaning Chart
Soap and water Remove the base grille by grasping the ends and
Basegrille Mild liquid sprays pulling straight out. To replace, align the clips with the
Vacuum cleaner round openings in the cabinet and push each end in
attachment until the base grille snaps into place.
Cleaning Brush (Part No need for cleaning unless environment is particular-
No.20001017) ly greasy, dusty or there is significant pet traffic in the
Condenser Available from home (see page 16).
your dealer.
Soap and water
Door handles Mild liquid sprays
Soap and water Dry with a clean, soft cloth.
Mild liquid sprays Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishwashing
Painted metal cloth or wet towel. These may leave residue that can
surfaces:scratch and weaken the paint. Do not use scouring
Cabinet, doorspads, powdered cleansers, bleach or cleaners contain-
ing bleach. These products can scratch and erode the
paint finish.
Do not wax plastic or vinyl parts.
Baking soda and Use 1-2 tablespoons baking soda per quart of water.
Door gasket water Be sure to wring out excess water from sponge or
Soap and water cloth when cleaning around controls, lights, or electri-
cal parts.
Soap and water Allow the glass to warmup to room temperature
Glass shelves Glass cleaner before immersing in warm water• Never use hot
Mildliquid sprays water.
Soap and water See above for baking soda solution.
Interior and door Baking soda and DO NOT use abrasive cleaners, concentrated deter-
liner water gents, bleaches, cleaning waxes, solvents or polish
cleaners to clean the refrigerator interior.
Drawers, bins, egg Soap and water
cradle, etc.
*Brand names of cleaning agents are trademarks of the respective manufacturers,

Before You Call A'
• the temperature control turned to "Off"
•the power cord not plugged in
Won'trun • no power at the electrical outlet
• the circuit breaker tripped or the house fuse blox_l
• refrigerator is in automatic defrost
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e• provide hi•re stable temperatures
Runs toolong/too • prolonged door openings
frequently• the base grille blocked
• too many door openings
• the door not sealing (due to a packageor a container holding dooropen)
• the cabinet not level
Noisy operation• a weak floor
• odor producing foods should be covered or wrapped
Odor incabinet • the interior needs cleauing
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Warm air from cabinet bottom r ,
• the cabinet not level
Cabinet vibrates • a weak floor
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Moisture on inside cabinet walls , o , a r ,_ _ r _ o e •or e
•door not closed properly
• food not wrapped properly
Excessivemoisture in crisper•hot, humid weather
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Foods dryout : t e ckages e r e l o e l
the crisper not tightly closed
(fresh orfrozen) •ternperatnre control set too cold
Cabinet lightnotworking • the bulbburnedout
• no power at the outlet
Refrigerator compartment• the refrigerator control set too warm
too warm • prolonged door openings
Refrigerator compartment toocold• the refrigerator control set too cold
Freezer compartment too warm -the freezer control set too warm
• prolonged door openings
Sizzling sound in freezer•a normalsound caused by defrost water dripping on defrost mechanism
Visible glowin the freezer vents • the appearance of a red glow or reflection is normal during the defrost cycle
• productswifl) high sugar content may not harden completely wben frozen (ice
Freezer not freezing properly cream coneelrtrated juice, etc.)
• adjust freezer control to a colder setting
• trays may be coated with residue fihn from minerals in the water. \Vipe tray's with
Ice cubessticking in tray _negar-soaked cloth until clean.If residue is heav?._clean trays each time the
refrigerator is cleaned.
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Icecubes evaporate This is nornlal.
• the stop arm in OFF (up) position
Automatic ice maker not • the water supply turned off
operating •the water pressure too low
• the freezer too warm
NOTE: For further assistance contact Jenn-Air Customer Assistance: U.S.1-800-688-1100

Refrigerator Warranty
Full One Year Warranty
For one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase, any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free
of charge.
Ice Maker - when purchased with the refrigerator and installed by the dealer the ice maker will be considered part of the refriger-
ator for warranty purposes.
Limited Warranty -- Major Refrigeration Components
Second thru Fifth Year:
After the first year from the date of original retail purchase, through the fifth year, Maytag Appliances will repair or replace,
at it's option, free of charge for parts and labor, any part of the sealed refrigeration system (consisting of the compressor,
evaporator, condenser, drier and connecting tubing) and the cabinet liner (exclusive of the door liner) which fail in normal
home use. Mileage and transportation charges, if required, shall be the responsibilityof the owner.
Limited Warranty -- Other Parts:
Second Year:
Parts other than major refrigeration components which fail in normal home use during the secondyear following the date of
original retail purchase will be repaired or provided free of charge for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs,
including labor, mileage and transportation.
Please note: The full warranty and the limited warranties apply when the refrigerator is located in the United States or Canada.
Refrigerators located elsewhere are covered by the limited warranties only including parts that fail during the first year.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
The warrantor shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages, including food loss. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Thespecific warranties expressed aboveare the ONLY warranties provided by the manufacturer. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and yon may also have other rights that vary from state to state. The specificwarranties expressed
above are the ONLY warranties provided by the manufacturer.
To Receive Warranty Service
To locate an authorized service company in your area contact the Jenn-Air dealer from whom your appliance was purchased; or call
Maytag Appliances Sales Company, Jenn-Air Customer Assistance at the number listed below. Should you not receive satisfactory war-
ranty service, please write:
Maytag Appliances Sales Company
Attn: CAIRTM Center
P.O. Box 2370
Cleveland, TN 37320-2370
U.S. and CANADA 1-800o688-1100
U.S.customers usingTTYfordeaf,hearing impairedor speechimpaired,call
1-800-688-2080.
NOTE: When writing about an unsolved service problem, please include the following information:
(a) Your name, address and telephone number;
(b) Model number, serial number, and revision number (found on the top front interior of the refrigerator compartment);
(c) Name and address of your dealer and the date the appliance was bought;
(d) A clear description of the problem you are having;
(e) Proof of Purchase (sales receipt).
What Is Not Covered By TheseWarranties: 4. Productspurchased for commercial or industrialuse.
1.Conditionsanddamagesresultingfrom anyof the following: 5. The costof service or service call to :
a. Improperinstallation,delivery,or maintenance. a. Correct installationerrors.
h.Any repair, modification, alteration or adjustment not
authorizedby the manufactureror an authorizedservicer, b.Instruct theuser onproper use ofthe product.
c. Misuse, abuse,accidents,orunreasonable use. c. Transportthe appliance to the servicer.
d.Incorrectelectriccurrent,voltageorsupply. 6.Consequentialorincidental damages sustainedby any person as
e. Impropersettingof any control, a result ofany breachof thesewarranties.
2.Warranties are void if the original serial numbers have been Some states do notallow the exclusionor limitationof
removed,altered,or cannotbe readilydetermined, consequentialor incidentaldamages,so the above
3.Light bulbs, exclusionmay not apply.
User's Guides,service manualsand partscatalogsare available fromMaytagAppliancesSalesCompany,Maytag CustomerAssistance.
Jenn-Air * 403West Fourth StreetNorth •P.O. Box39 • Newton,Iowa 50208
Form No. A-0299 Part No.111028-1 kitho U.S.A.