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Welcome_
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Congratulations and welcome to 2) Have proof of original date of purchase. Keep yc
the world of Maytag appliances ! sales slip. Proof of original purchase date is needed 1
Your Maytag refrigerator has warranty service.
been carefully engineered to Please attach your sales receipt here.
provide many years of excellent
performance, easy clean up, and :.....
dependability.
Your satisfaction is very
important to us, so please read
this guide carefully.You will
find instructions on the proper operation and
maintenance of your new appliance.Additionally a food
storage chart has been included.
Enjoy your new refrigerator and thank you for choosing
Maytag !
_ Save time andmoney. If something should
go wrong, we suggest consulting the
"Before You Call" section in the back of this
book. It is designed to help you solve basic
problems before consulting a servicer.
However, should you need assistance in the future, it is
helpful to:
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Important Safety Instructions ....................................
_W_I_IING--.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 not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
shock, never plug the refrigerator into a receptacle refrigerators are still dangerous.., even if they will
which has not been grounded adequately and in sit for "just a few days." If you are getting rid of
accordance with the local and national electrical your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions
codes. See _ warning and the grounding instructions below to help prevent accidents.
below. •Takeoff the doors.
• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or replacing a •Leave the shelves in place so that children may not
light bulb. easilyclimb inside.
•In case of power failure, minimize door openings. If
the 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 storage. Frozen foods which have
thawed completely should not be refrozen.
• Any electrical service cord that becomes frayed or
damaged 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.
IMa_RN/NG--This appliance is designed to operate on a normal 115 volt, 15 amp, 60 cycle
line. There should be a separate, grounded circuit serving this appliance only. Do not use an
extension cord. Do not useany device that wdl alter the electrical performance of this appliance.
This appliance is equipped with a three-pronged grounding plug POWERSUPPLYCORD
WITH 3-PRONG
for your protection against possible electrical shock hazards. It GROUNDINGPLUG
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 circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong o
from the power cord. Do not use an adapter plug. (_
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Installation ........................ ................... ............... ..
Your new refrigerator was packed carefully for Leveling
shipment. Remove and discard shelf packing clips (if
used) located just above each shelf where they hook Your refrigerator is equipped with front and back roller
onto the frame. To remove plastic clips wiggle the clips so it can be moved away from the wall for cleaning. 37
sideways and pull straight out. enhance its appearance and to maintain performance
your refrigerator should be level.
Location For refrigerator models with adjustable wheels:
• Allow for a free flow of air through the front base *Remove the base grille by grasping both ends an
grille, pulling straight out (see fig. 1).
• Install the refrigerator where the room temperature • Adjust the wheels with a screwdriver or a 1/4" sock_
will not go below 55°E With temperatures below 55°, (see fig. 2).
the refrigerator will not run frequently enough to • To prevent the refrigerator from rolling, use th
maintain proper temperature in the freezer, leveling/lock screws. Turning down both levelin
screws locks the cabinet into place (see fig. 3).
• Allow a minimum 1/2" clearance on the sides, top
and back for ease of installation. If refrigerator is • To replace the base grille, align the spring clips wil
placed with the door hinge side against a wall, you the round openings in the cabinet and push each en
may want to allow additional space so the door can be in until the grille locks into place.
opened wider. For other models:
• Use caution when installing the unit on vinyl or • Adjust the leveling/lock screws beneath each froJ
hardwood floors so as not to mark or otherwise corner at the base of the cabinet. Turn the,
damage the flooring. A piece of plywood, a rug or leveling/lock screws clockwise to raise a cabin,
other material should be used to protect the floor corner and counterclockwise to lower a cabinet corn,
while positioning the unit. (see fig. 3).
• If the floor is not level and it is necessary to raise tt
Energy Saving 77ps rear of the cabinet we suggest rolling the rear whee
onto a piece of plywood or other shim material.
• Locate the refrigerator away from heat producing
appliances such as the range or dishwasher, heat vents [ /t
and direct sunlight. --.j
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• Level the refrigerator and do not block ventilation
around the front grille.
• Keep the freezer full to near capacity so less cold air Fig.1
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less than two-thirds full, place milk cartons half full TURNCLOCKWISETO
of water in the freezer. RAISECABINETCORNER
•Let hot dishes cool slightly before putting into the , .._.. TURN
refrigerator or freezer. COUNTER-CLOCKWISE
TOLOWER CABINET
CORNER
•Cover liquids. Fig.2
• Wipe moisture from the outside of containers before _-- __- -_
placing them into the refrigerator. __
• Avoid opening the doors too often.
Fig. 3
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Features at a Glance ........................ .....................
Dual Cool TM
Freshness
Design Slide Freezer
Controls Light
Ice Bin \
Ice Cube_ _ I
Trays _ I
TwinI
Expandable _Drop Down
Freezer Freezer
Basket
Shelf I
Expandable
Freezer I
Shelf I
Slide Out _
Freezer
Basket
Refrigerator Lights_._-
Elevator" Shelf Compartme
Multi-Can Rack_With Keepe
Adjusti-Temp
Drawer
Egg Cradle -----. Keeper
Easy
Glide/Spill_-
Catcher TM
Shelves Bottle
Spill _Retainer
Catcher TM
Crisper Shelf iPick Off
Humidity Door Bins
Controls
Crispers _-
Out
IDoorBins
Base Grille
Features may vary according to model.
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Temperature Controls .......................................
Your refrigerator has Maytag's Dual CoolTM freshness design to control fresh and frozen food temperatures. Tt
controls are located at the top front of the refrigerator compartment.
To adjust the controls, move the slide to the left or fight as desired.
Initial Dual CoolTM Control Settings Adjusting the Dual CooF Controls
•The refrigerator control has settings from 1 (warmest) •24 hours after adding food, you may decide that or
to 9 (coldest). Initially set this control on 5. or both compartments should be colder or warmer.
so, adjust the control(s) as indicated in the tab
• The freezer control has settings from 1 (warmest) to below.
9 (coldest). Initially set this control on 5.
•Let the refrigerator mn at least 8-12 hours before • Except when starting the refrigerator, do not chan_
adding food. either control more than one number at a time.
•Allow 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize befo_
resetting.
• Changing either control will have some effect on tt
temperature of the other compartment.
DUAL COOU MFRESHNESS DESIGN CONTROL GUIDE
Refrigerator tooWarmSlide the refrigerator control to next 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 Off Slide the freezer control to OFF.
NOTE: Sliding the freezer control to OFF stops cooling in BOTH compartments. It does not shut off
power to the refrigerator.
No Defrosting Warm Cabinet Surfaces
Your refrigerator is designed to defrost automatically. At times, the front of the refrigerator cabinet may 1
warm to the touch. This is a normal occurrence th
NOTE: During the automatic defrost cycle, you may helps prevent moisture from condensing on the cabin_
notice a red glow/reflection in the vents on the back wall ] The condition will be more noticeable when you fir
of the freezer compartment and you may hear the sound start the refrigerator, during hot weather and aft
of water droplets coming into contact with the defrost
heater. This is normal during the defrost cycle, excessive or lengthy door openings.
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Shelves
Your refrigerator has either Spill-Catcher TM or Tempered Unload the shelf completely, raise the shelf to its highest
Glass Cantilever Shelves. The Spill-Catcher'" shelves possible position. While supporting the shelf and frame
have a spill retainer edge which allows for easier clean from the front, press both locks inward. Lift slightly
up, and some are equipped with the Easy Glide slide out and tilt the frame assembly to allow the rear guides to
feature, clear the vertical rails.
ITo reinstall, tilt the frame assembly while depressing
both locks, reposition the rear guide behind the vertical
I rails. When the shelf is level, release the locks allowing
i the shelf to latch in the correct position.
I VERTICALRAILS (style,nayvary)
REARGUIDES
LOCKS
To slide out (select models), grasp the front of the shelf
and pull forward. Push in the shelf to return to the
original position.
To remove a shelf, slightly lift up the rear of the shelf
and pull the shelf straight out
To lock the shelf into another position, tilt up the front SLIDE OUT SHELF
edge of the shelf. Insert the hooks into the desired frame FRAMEASSEMBL_
openings and let the shelf settle into place, being sure Some models have an adjustable Freezer Shelf:
the shelf is securelylocked at the rear. To remove the sheiklift the leftend up about 3 inches;
pull the right end bars out of the side wall cups. To
replace the shelf, reposition the removable support plugs
on the left side wall to the desired level and reverse the
removal procedure.
Elevator TM Shelf ,,
The fresh food compartment may be equipped with an
Elevator TM Shelf. This shelfhas a spillretainer edge foreasy
cleanup. It also has the convenient slide out feature that
allows easy access to items stored at the rear of the shelf.
This shelf can be adjusted up or down without having to The Expandable-Width Freezer Shelf (select models)
be unloaded of its contents. To adjust an Elevator TM Shelf, adjusts sideways to open up a full-height space for tall
pull out the knob on the crank handle. Rotate the crank packages, such as pizza. The leg on the right side of the
clockwise to raise the height of the shelf, and shelf slides to make this adjustment.
counterclockwise to lower the height of the shelf. The shelf can also adjust to two heights. To adjust the
To remove the Elevator TM shelf for occasional cleaning, shelf height, remove the shelf from the freezer. Slide the
completely unload the shelf and pull the shelf forward, leg out of the channels and reinsert the leg in the
When the shelf stops, press up on the tabs located alternate height position. Return the shelf to the freezer,
underneath its outside edges, then continue pulling inserting the left end into the liner cups.
forward, clear of the frame.
To reinstall, align the shelf to the frame and push it all
the way back. (There is no need to depress the tabs for
reinstallation).
In ordinary use, the Elevator TM shelf with the frame
assembly does NOT require removal. Though unlikely,
and not recommended, the correct removal procedure is
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The Twin Expandable Freezer Shelf (select models)
improves freezer storage organization by adding another
shelf. Toaccommodate varying frozen food loads, the
height of the shelves can be adjusted. The lower shelf has
expandable width capabilities (as described on the
previous page) to create an area for taller items.
The Pick-Off DoorBins (select models) are roomy !
enough to handle gallon-plus sized containers. They are
adjustable and can be easily removed.
To remove, lift the bin front up until it clears the
retainers on the door liner then pull the bin straight out
To replace, reverse the above procedure.
Other models are constructed with durable, FixedDoor
Shelves with the gallon-plus storage capacity.
Some refrigerator and freezer door shelves have
Keepers to secure bottles and other containers in place ,_ _._, ......
when the door is being opened or closed. The keepers _s,_,,,_.
are easily adjusted by sliding from side to side. :_q_ _
The Tall Bottle Retainer (select models) is designed to
prevent tall bottles from tipping forward. It is easily
adjusted by sliding from side to side.
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The Multi-Can Rack (select models) suspends from
one of the spill-proof refrigerator shelves. Ithooks over
the wires found in the framework under the shelf. The
sloped design allowsfor cans to roll forward as one is
removed. (This rack cannotbe positioned under an
Elevator TM shelf.)
The Multi-Use Rack (select models) provides a place
for horizontally storing wine. The rack also can hold
canned beverages or an egg carton.
Position the rack to rest on the left hand side of a
refrigerator shelf (this rack cannot be positioned on an
Elevator TM shelf).
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Special Storage Areas
Your refrigerator has either a Snack Center Drawer or anAdjusti-TempTM Drawer. The Adjusti-TempTM drawer is
designed toprovide a short termstorage area for fresh meats, cheeses andluncheon meats. The Snack Center Drawer
provides a storage area for miscellaneous snack items.
For models with the Adjusti-Temp TM Drawer, a control is The Snack Centerdrawer does not have an adjustable
located on the shelf front above the drawer. Simply slide temperature capability.
the control knob left or fight to achieve the desired
internal temperature of the drawer. To removethe Snack Center Drawer or Adjusti-Temp
Drawer for cleaning:
• For optimal cheese storage, slide the control tothe
left. To achieve a lower temperature withinthe • pull the drawer out until it stops
drawer, slide the control tothe right. • lift the drawer up slightly and pull it out
• A lower temperature is recommended when storing Toreplace the drawer, reverse the above procedure.
fresh meat,poultry or fish. This drawer can be positioned as desired oneitherthe
left or right side of the refrigerator cabinet.
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The Crispers provide storage for fruit and vegetables. To remove a crisper drawer for cleaning:
There is a humidity control located on the crisper shelf
above each of the crisper drawers. • pull out the crisper until it stops
• tilt the drawer front up and pull it out
For fruit storage, slide the crisper control to the
left to provide lower humidity conditions in the To replace a crisper drawer:
drawer. • align the drawer in the tracks
For vegetable storage, slide the crisper control • lift the drawer front and slide in
to the right to provide higher humidity
conditions in the drawer.
FRUtrFOrbest_results; keep thb crispers tightly closed.
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Th Spdl Catcher Crisper Topor the Tempered Glass Full Crisper Topserve as the lower refrigerator shelf. J
Toremove 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 into place.
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Your refrigerator may come equipped with an Egg
Cradle (style may vary) which holds a "dozen-plus"
eggs. It can be removed to be washed or carried to a
work area.
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To use the Dairy Compartment, raise the cover. The
dairy compartment may be equipped with a Keeper to
secure food items in place. If your model has the dairy
keeper, simply slide it from side to side for desired
placement.
In some models, the dairy compartment can be removed
(see page 7, pick-off door bins).
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The SafeKeeper (select models) is a combination pick-
off bin and utility drawer. Positioning the lever (located
on the top right side of the bin) forward, allows the
opening of the drawer. The drawer provides aconvenient
covered storage area for items such as film, batteries and
medicine.
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The Tilt OutRefrigerator Door Bins (select models)
are ideal for storing awkward containers such as liter
bottles and bagged items. By tilting the bins outward,
space is opened up toconveniently load or retrieve
contents.
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The Slide Out Freezer Basket(select models) is found ill elI
in the main freezer compartment. It is a convenient
storage area, providing easy access to items stored in the . " _ _-._
frozenrear of the freezer. Slide the basket out to reach or storefoods. ___l__
To remove the basket:
• pull the basket until it stops P// /i l/ //[ill \t_ \\ _ _
• lift and pull the basket out
To replace the basket, reverse the removal procedure.
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The Drop Down Freezer Basket (select models) is
found on the lower shelf of the freezer door. This area
provides space for frozen food items that tend to shift or
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slide (such as bag_,ed vegetables).
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Ice Cube Trays • The initial batch may also contain impurities from the
new water supply piping. Therefore, all cubes from the
Some models are equipped with ice cube trays and an first two or three batches should be discarded.
ice storage bin. To release the ice cubes from a tray, hold •When the ice cubes are ejected it is normal for several
the tray upside down over the bin and twist both ends. cubes to be joined together at the ends. They can easily
Depending on the model you have chosen, the ice bin be broken apart. The ice maker will continue to make
either slides into rails under an ice cube tray rack or ice until the supply of ice cubes raises the sensor arm,
stacks neatly on top of the ice cube trays, shutting the ice maker off.
• Certain sounds may accompany the various cycles of
Automatic Ice Maker (optional) the ice maker.The motor may havea slight hum, the
Note: Energy rating guideS thatare posted on the cubes will rattle as they fall into an empty storage pan
"buzz"
refrigerator at the time of purchase do not include and the water valve may click or occasionally.
optional ice maker energy usagel ] •If theice is not used frequently,the ice cubes will become
cloudy, shrink, stick together and taste stale. Empty the
Some models are automatic ice maker ready. The number ice storage bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm
of the appropriate ice maker kit needed for installation water. Be sure to dry the bin before replacing it.
into these models appears on the data plate (see page 1). •To remove the ice bin, pull it forward, away from the
The kit contains installation instructions and water ice maker. To avoid the ice maker dumping ice while
connection instructions, the bin is removed, turn the ice maker off by lifting the
Other models have a factory installed ice maker. The sensor arm.
water inlet tubing assembly required to complete the • To replace the ice bin, reverse the above procedure.
water connection to the water valve is located in a bag Turn the ice maker on by lowering the sensor arm.
inside the refrigerator. Connect the ice maker to the water •Beverage and foods should not be placed in the ice
supply as instructed in the separate instructions furnished storage bin for quick chilling. These items can block the
with the refrigerator, sensor arm, causing the ice maker to malfunction.
Some icemakers are equipped with a sensor arm that •Turn off (arm up) the ice maker when the water supply
allows you to adjust the amount of ice in your ice storage is to be shut off for several hours.
tray for times when less ice is needed. For Your Safety
WireLever Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making
Arm mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in. This will
100% /help protect you from possible injury. It will also prevent
interference with moving parts of the ejector mechanism
and the heating element that releases the cubes.
,__YEL Under certain rare circumstances, ice cubes may be
_0_/o,';jj_)_ discolored, usually appearing with a green-bluish hue.
The cause of this unusual discoloration can be a
SensorArm combination of factors such as certain characteristics of
After your refrigerator has been connected to the water local waters, household plumbing and the accumulation
supply, move the sensor arm into the down position. The of copper salts in an inactive water supply line which
icemaker will fill with water when the freezer reaches the feeds the ice maker.
proper temperature. Continued consumption of such discolored ice cubes
To adjustthe amount of ice produced: (select models) may be injurious tohealth. If such discoloration is
Rotate the wire lever arm to provide the desired level of ice observed, discard the ice cubes and contact your dealer
production. The 100% setting provides maximum ice to purchase and install a water line filter.
production.
• It may be 8 to 12 hours before the ice maker furnishes
any usable ice cubes. The first one or two batches will
probably contain undersized and irregular cubes
because of air in the supply line.
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Food Storage Tips ............................................
Fresh Food Storage Frozen Food Storage
•The fresh food compartment of a refrigerator should •The freezer compartment of a refrigerator shoul
be kept between 34°F and 40°F with an optimum kept at approximately 0°E To check the tempera
temperature of 37°F. To check the temperature, place place an appliance thermometer between the fr.
an appliance thermometer in a glass of water and place packages and check after 24 hours. If the tempera
in the center of the refrigerator. Check after 24 hours, is above 0°F, adjust the control as described on pa_
If the temperature is above 40°F adjust the controls as •A freezer operates more efficiently when it is at 1
explained on page 5. two-thirds full.
•Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves. This
reduces the circulation of air around the food and Packaging Foods for Freezing
results in uneven cooling. •To minimize dehydration and quality deterioration
aluminum foil, freezer wrap, freezer bags or ain
Fruits and Vegetables containers. Force as much air out of the package
•Storage in the crisper drawers traps moisture to help possible and be sure they are tightly sealed.Tral;
preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time air can cause the food to dry out, change color
periods. (Refer to page 8). develop an off-flavor (freezer burn).
• Sort fruits and vegetables before storage and use •Overwrap fresh meats and poultrywith suit_
bruised or soft items first. Discard those showing signs freezer wrap prior to freezing.
of decay •Do not refreeze meat that has completely thawe
• Always wrap odorous foods such as onions and
cabbage sothe 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 freeze
remain fresh, too much moisture can shorten storage one time. This overloads the freezer, slows the rat(
times (especially lettuce). Drain vegetables well freezing and can raise the temperature of frozen fo(
before storing. •Leave space between the packages so cold air
circulate freely, allowing food to freeze as quickl3
Meat and Cheese possible.
•Raw meat and poultry should be wrapped securely so • Avoid storing hard-to-freeze foods such as ice cre
leakage and contamination of other foods or surfaces and orange juice on the freezer door shelves. Th_
does not occur, foods are best stored in the freezer interior where
• Occasionally mold will develop on the surface of hard temperature varies less with door openings.
cheeses (Swiss, Cheddar, Parmesan).Cut off at least Refer to the Food StorageChart on page 12 1
an inch aroundand below the moldy area. Keep yourapproximate storage times.
knife orinstrumentoutof the mold itself. The
remaining cheese will be safe andflavorful to eat.Do
NOTtrytosave individual cheeseslices,softcheese,
cottagecheese, cream, sour cream oryogurt when
mold appears.
Dairy Food
• Mostdairy 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
purchasing and after each use.
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Food Storage Chart (Storage times are approximate and may vary depending on type of packaging,
storage temperature, and the quality of the food when purchased.)
Butter 1 month 6-9 months Wrap tightly or cover.
Milk & cream 1 week Not recommended Check carton date.Close tightly. Don't return unused portions to
original container. Don't freeze cream unless whipped.
Cream cheese, cheese spread 1-2 weeks Not recommended Wrap tightly.
& cheese food
Cottage cheese 3-5 days Not recommended Store in original carton. Check carton date.
Sour cream 10 days
Hard cheese (Swiss, Cheddar 1-2 months 4 6 months Wrap tightly. Cut off any mold.
& Parmesan) May become crumbly
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Eggs in the shell, weeks Not recommended Refrigerate small ends down.
Leftover yolks or whites 9-12 months For each cup of yoIks to be frozen,add 1 tsp. sugar for use in
sweet, or 1 tsp. salt for non-sweet dishes.
Apples 1month 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 &
Pears, plums, avocados [ 3-4 days Not recommended avocados darken when refrigerated.
Berries, cherries, apricots [ 2-3 days 6ntonthsGrapes 3-5 days 1 month (whole)
Citrus fruits 1-2 weeks Not recommended May also store at 60-70°F. If refrigerated, store uncovered.
Pineapples, cut 2-3 days 6-12 months :luickly.
Asparagus 1-2 days ;-I0 months Don't wash befnre refrigerating. Store in crisper.
Brussels sprouts, broccoli, 3-5 days I-10 months Wrap odorous foods. Leave peas in pods.
cauliflower, green peas, lima
beans, onions, peppers
Cabbage, celery 1-2 weeks 0-12 months Wrap odorous foods & refrigerate in crisper.
Carrots, parsnips, beets, & 7-l0 days 8-l0 months Remove tops. Wrap odorous foods & refrigerate in the crisper.
turnips
Lettuce 7-10 days Not recommended
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Chicken and Turkey, whole 12 days 12 months Keep in original packaging for refrigeration Place in the Meat and
Chicken and Turkey, pieces 12 days 9 months Cheese Drawer When freezing longer than 2 weeks, overwrap
Fish 12 days 26 months with freezer wrap
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Bacon 7 days 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 than
Ham, fully cooked, whole 7 days 1-2 months 2 weeks, overwrap with freezer wrap.
half 5 days 1-2 months
slices 3 days I-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 35 days 4 months
Sausage, ground 12 days 12 months
Sausage, smoked 7 days 12 months
Veal 35 days 4-6 months Processed meats should be tightly wrapped and stored in the Meat
Frankfurters 7 days 1 month and Cheese Drawer
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Storing the Refrigerator ....................................
Vacations Me ving
If you will be gone for amonth or less, leave the controls When moving, follow steps a-d under Vacation:
at the usual settings, addition, remove and carefully pack any items tha
During longer absences: easily removable. Ship the refrigerator in an up
a) remove all food, position with the doors taped shut.
b) shut off the ice maker (if installed) and the valve
where you tapped into the water line to supply 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.
Care and Cleaning ..............................................
Refer to the chart on the following page for specific NO Clean TM commercial-duty
refrigerator cleaning guidelines. Condenser
A clean condenser means more efficient refrigerau
operation. Thanks to the unique design of the N
CleanTM condenser there's no longer a need for routir
CleaninaUnder the Refriaerator condenser cleaning in normal home usage surrounding
Some operating environments may be particularly dust
Your refrigerator can be rolled out for cleaning the floor or greasy, in these situations, the condenser can 1:
underneath. Raise the locking feet if engaged (see page periodically cleaned to insure maximum efficiency.
3). Pull the refrigerator straight out from the wall.
Replacing a Light Bulb
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 (select models) is located on the bac
refrigerator compartment, on either side of the Dual wall, near the upper right corner.
CooVMcontrol housing. To remove the bulb cover:
• Carefully grasp the lightbulb by reaching behind the • Grasp the top and bottom of the bulb cover. Press i
bulb cover, the areas of the attachment tabs, applying enoug
• Unscrew the light bulb and replace, pressure to unhook the tabs. At the same time, piv<
the cover down and remove.
• Unscrew the tightbulb and replace.
• Replace the bulb cover by pivoting it back into plac
and snapping the tabs into the appropriate slots.
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Care and Cleaning ...............................................
Refrigerator Cleaning Chart
Soap and water Remove the base grille by grasping the ends and pulling
Mild liquid sprays straight out. To replace, align the clips with the round
Base grille Vacuum cleaner openings in the cabinet and push each end in until the base
attachment grille snaps into place.
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Cleaning brush (Part No need for cleaning unless environment is particularly
No. 20001017). greasy, dusty or there is significant pet traffic in the home (see
Condenser Available from your page 13).
dealer.
Soap and water
Door handles Mild liquid sprays
Paintedmetal Soap and water Dry with a clean, soft cloth.
surfaces:Mild liquid sprays Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishwashing cloth
or wet towel.These may leave residue that can scratch and
Cabinet, doors weaken the paint. Do not use scouring pads, powdered
cleansers, bleach or cleaners containing bleach. These
products can scratch and erode the paint finish.
Do not wax plastic or vinyl parts.
Stainless steel doors Light cleaning:mild Use a soft cloth or sponge.
detergentandwaterora Always wipe with the grain of the stainless steel.
(select models) solutionof whitevinegar Do not use chlorine bleach or any cleaning product that
andwater, contains chlorine bleach.
Moderatesoil:BonAmi* After cleaning, rinse and dry. To retore luster and remove
Discolorations:Cameo streaks follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray* (PartNo.
_Stainle_SteelCleaner*. 20000008_.
Refrigerator & Freezer Interior
Door gasketBaking soda and water Use 1-2tablespoons baking soda per quartof water. Be sure
Soap and water to wring outexcess water from sponge or cloth when
cleaning around controls, lights, or electrical parts.
Soap and water Allow the glass to warm up to room temperature before
Glass shelves Glass cleaner immersing in warm water.Never use hot water.
Mild liquid sprays
Soap and water See above for baking soda solution.
Interior and door Baking soda and water DO NOT use abrasive cleaners, concentrated detergents,
liner bleaches, cleaning waxes, solvents or polish cleanersto clean
the refrigerator interior.
Drawers, bins, egg Soap and water Dry thoroughly. DO NOT wa_shin automaticdishwasher.
cradle, etc.
*Brandnamesare thetrademarksof the respectivemanufacturer
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Before You Call .......................... .........................
Check these )oints if your refrigerator...
• temperature control turned to "Off'
•power cord not plugged in
Won't run •no power at the electrical outlet
•circuit breaker tripped or the house fuse blown
• refrigerator is in automaticdefrost
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provide more stabletemperatures
Runs too long/too • prolonged door openings
frequently • base grille blocked
• too many door openings
• door not sealing (due to a package or a container holding door open)
Noisy operation • cabinetnotlevel
• a weak floor
i"odor producing foods should be covered or wrapped
Odorincabinet• interior needs cleaning
Warm airfrom cahinetbottom • normalairflowforcondensercirculation
• cabinet not level
Cabinetvibrates •aweakfloor
.................... •hot;hum_(i weather
Moisture on inside cabinet walls•frequentor prolonged door openings
• door not closed properly
• .. ., • .. .. .. ••• ..
• food not wrapped properly
Excessive moisture in crisper • hot, humid weather
Foodsdry out • packages not wrappedor sealed properly
• crisper nottightly closed
(fresh orfrozen) • temperature control set too cold
• bulb burned out
Cabinet lightnot working•no power at the outlet
Refrigeratorcompartment• refrigerator control set too warm
too warm • prolongeddooropenings
Refrigeratorcompartment too cold • refrigeratorcontrolsettoocold
• freezer control set toowarm
Freezer compartment too warm • prolonged dooropenings
• .. *... •.. .•.•. .. •. ... •. ... •••. .... ... .••, ........ .. •• .. ..•.•. ... ... ..
Sizzling soundin freezer •a normal soundcaused by defrost water dripping ondefrost mechanism
Visible glowinthe freezer vents•appearance of a red glowor reflection is normalduring the defrost cycle
• products with high sugar content may not harden completely when frozen (ice
Freezer not freezing properlycream, concentrated juice, etc.)
•adjust freezer control toa colder setting
• • .•. ... ••,..... .••, *.... ••••, .•.. ... ..•,••• ... .... .., •••,••, .... .... ... ... ... .••• .
• trays may be coated with residue film from minerals in the water. Wipe trays with
Icecubes stickingintray vinegar-soaked cloth until clean. If residue isheavy, clean trays each time the
refrigerator is cleaned.
• cold air moving over the ice cubes causes shrinkage,especialIy with limited usage.
Icecubes evaporateThis is normal.
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..... ... ,••. ....••• , • .......•,........ ,••. ,, .* .....•.., ••...... **........ .. *•••..•
Automatic ice maker not • water supplyturnedoff
operating •water pressure too low
• freezer too warm
• .. ••. ... •.. .•. .. .. •• •• .. ... •• .. .... ••• ,•. .. .. .. ... .... • • ••• ...
MAYTAG • OneDependability Square • Newton, Iowa 50208
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MAYTAG REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY ....................
Full One Year Warranty
For one (1)year from the date of original retail purchase,any parr that }hils innormal home use will be repaired or
replaced free of dlarge.
Ice Maker - when purchased with the refrigerator and installed by the dealer the ice maker will be considered part of the
refrigerator for warranty pm]_oses
Limited Warranty -- Major Refrigeration Components
SecondthruFifth Year:
After the first year front the date of original reh:tilpurchase, through thefifth year.Maytag Appliances will repair
or replace,at it_ option, free of charge for parts and labor, an)'part of the sealed refrigeration system Iconsisting of
the compressor, evaporator, condenser, drier and connecting tubing and the cabinetliner exclusive of the door
liner) which fail in normal home am. Mileage madtransportation c,harges, if reqnired, shall be the responsibility of
the owner.
Limited Warranty-- OtherParts:
Second Year:
Pa_sother than major refrigeratmn componentswhichfail in normal home use during the second ?,earfollo_4ng
the date of original retail purchase u411be repaired or provided free of charge for the pa_ itself, with the owner
pa)Sng all other costs, including labor, mileage and transportation.
Please note: The fidl warranty andthe limited warranties apply when the refngerator is locatedin the United States or
Canada. Refrigerators located elsewhere are covered by the limited'zarranties only including pa_s that fail during the first
yeaL
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
The w_wrantor shall not be hable for any incidental or consequential damages, including food loss. Some states do not allow
the exclusion or ]imitation of consequential dama_res, so the above limiNtion or exclusion may not apply"to you,
To Receive Warranty Service
Tu locate an authorized sen%e company in ?Ollr area contact the Ma)4ag dealer f)comwhom _our appliance was purchased; or call
Maytag Customer Serv%e at the mlmber listed below. Should you not receive satist_actoD"warranty service, please callor u_te:
Ma_ag Customer Assistance
e/o Maytag Customer Service
EO. Box "9370
(;leveland, TN 373202370
U.S, 1-800-688-0900
CANADA 1-800-688-2002
When eontactfi/g Ma?_ag Customer Service be sure to provide the model and serial number of ?,our appliance,the name and
address of the dealer from whom yell purchased the appliance and the date of purchase.
Thespecificwarrantiesexpressed aboveare the ONLY warranties providedby the manufacturer. Thiswarranty
givesyou speelfie legal tights,andyoumay also have other tightsthatvaryfrom state tostate.
Should you still have a problem, write to: Major Appliance (Jonsomer Action Program, 20 North Waeker Drive,, Chicago,
Illinois 60606. MACAP is an industr?sponsored but independent group of consnnler experts who receive and act on com-
plaints fi'om appliance owners.
NOTE: "!Vhenwriting ahout anunsolved service problem, please inchlde the following infi_rmation:
(a) Yeur name, address and telephone number;
(b) Model number, serial number, and revision number (found on the top front interior of the refrigerator com-
partment):
(c) Name and address of_our dealer and the date the appliance was bought;
(d) A clear description of the problem you are having.
MAYTAG * One Dependability Square * Newton, Iowa 50208
FormNO.417CMA PartNo.110659-1 ON kithoU.S.A.