Maytag RTD1700AAL User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
About Your Maytag ............................................................................................... 1
For Future Reference .......................................................................................... 1
Consumer Publications ........................................................................................ 1
Installation .............................................................................................................. 2
General Features .................................................................................................. 3
Operating the Refrigerator ................................................................................. 4
•TemperatureControls .................................................................................. 4
•EnergySaver Switch.................................................................................... 4
•Warm Cabinet Surfaces ............................................................................... 4
Adjusting theRefrigerator and Freezer Interiors ......................................... 5
• RefrigeratorInterior .................................................................................... 5
Sure-Lock Shelves ................................................................................... 5
Meat/CheeseDrawer Shelf .................................................................... 5
•Freezer Interior ............................................................................................ 5
Freezer Shelf........................................................................................... .5
Special Storage Areas ........................................................................................... 6 7
• Crispers ......................................................................................................... 6
•Meat/Cheese Drawer ................................................................................... 6
•Gallon Door Storage .................................................................................... 6
•Covered Dairy Compartment ...................................................................... 7
•Egg Cradle .................................................................................................... 7
Energy Saving Tips ............................................................................................... 7
Food Storage Tips ................................................................................................. 8-11
•Fresh Food Storage ...................................................................................... 8
•Frozen Food Storage.................................................................................... 8-9
•Food Storage Chart ...................................................................................... 10-11
Ice Service .............................................................................................................. 12
•Twist Ice Cube Trays .................................................................................... 12
•AutomaticIce Maker ................................................................................... 12
Care and Cleaning ................................................................................................ 13-14
•RefrigeratorExteriorand Interior ............................................................... 13
• Cleaning Under the Refrigerator ................................................................ 13
• Cleaning the Condenser .............................................................................. 13
• Cleaning the Defrost Pan ............................................................................. 13
• Replacing the Interior Lights ...................................................................... 13
• Cleaning Chart ............................................................................................. 14
Non-Use Periods .................................................................................................... 15
• Vacations ....................................................................................................... 15
• Moving .......................................................................................................... 15
Important Personal Safety Instructions ........................................................... 15
To Avoid Unnecessary Service Calls .................................................................. 16
Warranty ................................................................................................................. 17

ABOUT YOUR MAYTAG FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Congratulatioos on your choice of a Maytag For fnture reference we suggest you retain this
refrigerator! As you use your new refrigerator we manual after recording the model number, serial
know yon will appreciate the many, f_aturesthat number(six numbers and two letters) and
provide excellent performance, ease of cleaning, revision number of this refrigeratorin the spaces
convenience and dcpendahilit}a provided below.
It is important to nndersta_Mhow your new This information c;m be found on the data
refrigerator operates beE_re you use it. On the sticker located at the top _?ont interior of the
following pages yon willfind a wealth of refrigerator compartment. (See example below)
information regarding all aspects of your
refrigerator. By fbllowing the instructions
eareiully, you will be abe to fhlly enjoy and _rAG _;g
properly maintain your Ma)4ag refrigerator. NE_ON,a _dJJ_,,_
Should yon have an},questions about nsing your ................ o_)/
Maytag refrigerator co, tact us. Be sure to
provide the model and serial number of your
refrigeraton Model Number
MAYTAG CONSUMER EDUCATION
ONE DEPENDABILITYSQUARE Serial Number
NEWTON, IOWA 50`2208
(5]5) 791-8911
(Mon.-Fri., 8 am-5 pm Central Time) RevisionNumber
NOTE: For serv-iee and warranty informatiuo
see pages 16-17.
CONSUMER PUBLICATIONS
For more informatiou about appliances, order the following items from Ma}4ag at the prices indicated.
Se_d }.'ourname, address, booldet title, form number and payment to:Maytag Consumer Education, One
Dependability Sqnare, Newton, IA 50`208. Allow 4-6 weeks for delive W.
Applim_ce Buying Guides ......................................................................................................... 50C EACH
Washer -- ,211YG
D_-er -- 212YG
Disbwasher -- '213YG
Electric Range -- ,214YG
Gas Range -- 215YG
Refi-igecator -- ,276YG
Ener_w Savings Tips -- 39`2YG ................................................................................................ 50¢
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INSTALLATION
Remove and discard cantilever shelf packing
clips located just above each shelf where it hooks
onto the frame. To remove plastic clips, wiggle TURNCLOCKWISETO
the clips sideways and ptlllstraight out. LOWERCABINETCORNER
Locating Your Refrigerator
1. Allow a free flowof air thro,lgh tile front base
grille. TURN
2, Yonr model should not be inse_dled where the COUNTER-
room temperature will go below 5,5degrees CLOCKWISETO
RAISE CABINET
F., because it will not run frequently enough CORNER
to maintain proper telnperature in the freezer. --"
3. For ease of'instaIiation, you should leave a 3. It is not necessary to lock the refrigerator in
space of about 1/2 inch between the place. However, if that is desirable, turn one
refrigerator and adjacent walls or cabinets. If or both of the locking feet clockwise. They are
the refrigerator is placed with tlle hinge side located near the front wheels.
against a wall, you may want to leave If the floor is not level and it is neeessau to
additional space so the door can be opened raise the rear of the cabinet, we suggest
wider, rolling the rear wheelsontoa piece of
plywood or other shim material.
Important Leveling
Information 4. To replace, center the clips in the cut-out
areas and push in until the base grille snaps
Your ret}igerator is equipped with front and back into place.
rollers so it can be moved away from the \vail for
cleaning. The front rollers are acljustable and Connecting theAppliance
should he positioned so the refrigerator sits
firmly on the floor and is level. WARNING: This appliance is designed to
operate on a nominal 115 volt, 15 amp, 60 cycle
To adjust the front rollers: line. There should be a separate, grounded
1. Remove the base grille by grasping the ends, cireuit serving this appliance only: Do not use an
lift and pull out. extension cord.
This appliance is equipped with a three-pronged
grounding plug for your protection against
possible electrical shock hazards. It mustbe
plugged into a grounding receptacle. Where a
E _ 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
2. To level the refrigerator, nse a screwdriver receptacle. Do not under any circumstances, cut
and turn roller adjusting screws clockwise to or remove the third (ground) prong f?om the
lower the cabinet or eounterclockwise to raise
the cabinet, power cord. Do not use an adapter plug,
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Adjustable Freezer
Shelf
Door
Ilklllllllllll Shelves
Ice Cube
Trays Freezer
Keeper
Ice -- DJ
Controls
Energ Switch
Compartment
Lighting
Meat Drawer
dlon
Door Storage
SuShelves
Cradle
Crisper Keepers
Adjustable Base Grille
Front Rollers
Features may vary according to model.
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OPERATING THE REFRIGERATOR
Temperature Controls
Location of the Controls
Your new refrigerator has hvo controls: one for the refrigerator compartment and one for the freezer
compartment. Both controls are up-fi'ont,located at the top front of tlle refiigerator compartment. To
adjust the controls, grasp the underside of the control and turn.
Initial Setting of the Controls Refrigerator too warm--Tnrn the
Refrigerator Control: This control has refrigerator control to the next higher
settings from 1 (warmest) to 9 (coldest). Initially nnlnber. For example, turn the control from
set this control to 5. The refrigerator may run 5 to 6.
for several hours when youfirst start it. This isRefrigeratortoocold_Tnrn the
nonmd, refl'igerator control to the next lower
nnlnber. For exanlpIe, turn the control from
Freezer Control: This control has settings 5to4.
from A (warmest) toI (t'oldest). Initially" set
this control to E. The Energy Saver Switch
INOTE: The coldest freezer setting(1) is ] This s,,dtch operates aheater that helpskeep
recommended for short term use only. moisture from forming on the outside of the
refrigerator.
Let the refrigerator runat least 8 to 12 To Use:
hours before adding food. A day or soafter
adding food, you may decide one or both 1. Move the sx_dtchto the "Reduces Moisture"
compartments should be colder or warmer, If so,position onlywhen moisture forms on the
adjust the control(s) as instrncted below, outside of the refrigerator. The red indicator
light ison whenthe sMteh isinthis
Adjusting the Temperature position.
Controls 2. Move the switch to the "Saves Energy"
Except when starting the refrigerator, do not
change either controlmorethan one position when the humidity is low to save on
number or letter at a time. Allow 24 hours for the ener_'needed to operate the refrigerator.
the temperature to stabilize before resetting.
Changing either control will have some effect on Warm Cabinet Surfaces
the temperature of the other compartment. Some portions of the cabinet may be warm to
the touch.This is a normal fimction of the
Freezer too warm--Turn the freezer refrigerator which helps prevent moisture from
control to the succeeding letter. For condensing on the cabinet. This condition will be
example, turn the control from E to F. more noticeable when you first start your
Freezer too cold Turn the freezer control refligeratoL during hot weather and after
to the preceding letter. For example, turn excessive or lengthy door openings.
the control from E to D.
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ADJUSTING THE REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER INTERIORS
Refrigerator Interior Freezer Interior
Sure-Lock Shelves Freezer Shelf
The refiigeratorshelves are adjustable, allowing The freezer shelf canbe adjusted to either of
yon to arrange the shelving to fit your t_amil_ two positions to accommodate the food load.
fhod storage needs. Never attempt to adjust a To remove the shelf:
shelf that isloaded with food.1. Lift up on the shelf and push to the rigbt.
Toremove the refrigerator shelf: 2. Tilt the left side of the shelf up and remove.
1. (;rasp the shelf at the front with one hand and To replaee the shelf:
push up under tile shelf back with the other 1. Tilt the shelf and insert the right md ends into
band. the upper portion of the oblong holes in the
freezerwall.
'2. IJft the shelf straight out. 2. Lowerthe left side oftbe shelf and insert into
the oblong holes on the left side, Make sure
the shelf is secure be_bre loading.
Keepers
Some refi'igerator door bins have"keepers" to
secure bottles and containers. The keepers will
help prevent items from tipping or failing when
the door is open and shut.
Onadjustable door [)ins, lift the keeper sligbtly
Toreplace therefrigerator shelf: to slide from side to side,On fixed door bins,
siinply slide the keeper from side to side.
1. Keeping the shelf'horizontal,guide the three
snpport tabs into the slots inthe shelf
supports at the rear of the cabinet.
2. Lower tbe sbelf until the tabs lock into pos
ition. Make sure the shelf is securely locked
into position before loading it with food.
Meat/Cheese Drawer Shelf
The shelf that hohts the Meat/Cheese drawer
can be placed in one of three positions. When
adjusting this she]f, remove the Meat/Cheese
drawer and look at the back wall of the drawer
frame. It is necessary for theair inlet tubeat
the back of the refrigerator to line up at the
top, middle or bottom of the air slots in the
back of the Meat/Cheese drawer frame for
the temperature control to work properly.
Set the temperature control to the coldest
position when positioning the Meat/Cheese
drawer. Once the shelf has been adjnsted,
replace the drawer and set the controlto the
desired setting(see page 6).
If not positioned eorreetl3; items on the
shelf below the drawer may" freeze.
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SPECIAL STORAGE AREAS
Crispers Meat/Cheese Drawer
There are hvu t?i_es of crisper drawers in yonr Fresh meat, hmcheon meat and cheese need to
Maytag refrigerator. The Vari Crisper allows be stored in the coldest part of the refrigerator
the amount of moisture in the crisper to be to m_ximize storage time. The Meat/Cheese
controlled for storing either fruits orvegetahles, drawer pro\rides these colder temperatures
The Fresh Crisper is ideal for storing heeause air froin the freezeris directed into
vegetahles, the drawer.
Setting the Vari Crisper Control Setting the Temperature Control
Move the slide control to "Fnfits" for a low To regulate the amount of cold air ontering the
moisture environment and to "Vegetahles" {br Meat/Cheese drawer, move the temperature
high moisture, slide control. Set the slide control to the
"Deli/Cheese" (right) position fbr storage of"
hlneheon meat and cheese. Set the slide control
to the "Fresh Meat" (left) position to provide the
lowest temperature for fresh meat storage.
NOTE: If the shelf holding the Meat/Cheese
drawer is notpositioned correctly, items on
the shelf below the drawer may freeze.
To remove theCrisper Drawers:Refer to page 5 on how to position the
1. Pull out to the stop position, shelf.
2. Tilt up the drawer front and pull out.
To replaee the Crisper Drawers:
1. Align the drawer rollers in the tracks.
2. Lift the drawer front and push in.
To remove the Crisper Shelf:
1. Remove the crisper drawers.
2. Carefully remove the glass insert. Reach in
from the underside and tilt up.
3. Lift the front of the crisper shelf andpull ont. Toremove the Meat/Cheese Drawer:
It may be necessary to remove the lower
refrigerator shelves so the crisper shelf can be 1. Pull out to the stop position.
tilted for removal. 2. Tilt up the drawer front and pull out.
To replace the Crisper Shell': To replace the Meat/Cheese Drawer:
Reverse the procedure forremoving the crisper
shelf. 1. Align the drawer rollersin the tracks.
2. Lift the drawer front and push in.
Gallon Door Storage
The right half of the top door shelf is large
enough to hold a gallon of milk or juice.
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Covered Dairy Compartment ENERGY SAVING TIPS
The butter dish is located in the covered daily"
compartment. Use this area to store either 1. Locate the refrigerator away from heat
butter or margarine or other dairy prodnets. To producing appliances such as the range or
use, raise the cover, dishwasher, heat vents and direct sunlight.
2. Level the refrigerator and do not block
ventilation around the front grille.
3. Keep the freezer {killto near capacity so less
cold air will escape during door openings.
When less than b,vo-thirds full, place inilk
cartons half full of water in the freezer.
4. Let hot dishes cool slightly before putting into
the refrigerator or freezer.
5. Cover liqnids.
Egg Cradle 6. Clean the refrigerator condenser coils at least
The egg cradle can be placed on a refrigerator once a year, more often if you have pets (see
shelf or stored in a door bin. It holds a "dozen- page 13).
plus" eggs. 7. _Vipe moisture from the outside of containers
before placing them into the refrigerator.
8. Set the Energy Saver switch to the "Saves
Energy" position unless moisture {brms on the
outside of the refrigerator.
9. Avoid opeuing the doors too often.
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FOOD STORAGE TIPS •Whensto .gvegetables,thecrispers, ll
perfbrm better iftile},are at least two thirds
Fresh Food Storage filll. If they are less than two-thirds lull, always
store vegetables in plastic bags or airtight
The fresh food compartment of a refrigerator containers to reduce moisture loss.
should be kept between 34°F and 40°F _4th an
optimum temperature of 37°F. To check the • Always wrap odorous roods such as onions and
temperature, place an appliance thermometer in cabbage so the odor does not transfer to other
a glass of water and place in the center of the foods.
refrigerator. Check after 24 hours. If the • While vegetables need a certain amount of
temperature is above 40°F adjust the controls as moistm'e to remain fresh, too much moisture
explained on page 4. can shorten storage times (especially lettuce).
Be sure the vegetables are well drained hefore
Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves, storing. It mav also be helpful to place a layer
O_ercrowding reduces the circulationof air of paper towels in tlle bottom of the bag to
around the food and results in uneven cooling.
Leave breathing space around food containers absorb any excess moisture.
for best cooling results. Dairy Food
The storage requirements for different fi_ods • Store butter and margarine in the Dairy
vary depending on the temperature and Compartment found in the refrigerator door.
moisture needed. Refer to the Food Storage •Most dairy foods such as milk, cream, sour
Chart on pages 10-11 for approximate cream and cottage cheese have freshness dates
storage limes.Tomaintain the best possible on their cartons for appropriate length of
quality, keep the follox_dngconsiderations storage. Store these foods in the original carton
inmind:and refrigerate immediately after purchasing
Meat and Cheese and each use. Close carton lids tigbtly to keep
out air and odors.
•To m_imize storage time store these items in
the Meat/Cheese drawer. Refer to page 6 fbr • Occasionally mold x_dlldevelop on the surface
temperature settings, of hard cheeses (Swiss, Cheddar, Parmesan).
The moldy areas can be trimmed away and the
Fruits and Vegetables remaining cheese _dll still be flavorful and safe
to eat.
• Storagein theFresl_ Crisper drawers traps
moisture to help keep fruits and vegetables
fresh. Frozen Food Storage
•Fruit and vegetable quality affects the length The freezer compartment of a refrigerator
of storage. Quali_ can vary from item to item, should be kept at 0°F or lower. To d_eck the
varie_" to wtriety and season to season. For freezer, place an appliance thermometer
example, a rainy growing season can cause between fl_efrozen packages a_d check after 24
lettuce to be brova] when purchased or brown hours. A freezer operates inore efficiently when
more quickly:Sort fruits andvegetables before it is at least b,vo-thirds ][hll.If not this fnll, it will
storage and use bruised or soft items first, be help/hl to fill milk cartons half fifll of water
Discard those showing signsof deea)a and place them in the freezer.
Refer tothe FoodStorage Chart on pages
10-11forappt_oximate storage times. For the
best results when freezing _bods, follow these
guidelines:
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Packaging Foods for Freezing • Avoid storing hard-to-freeze tbods such as ice
• When _?eezing _i'uits and vegetables select cream and orange juice on the freezer door
shelves. These foods are best stored in the
fresh, top-quality products, freezer interior where the temperature varies
• Use a freezer wrap that is air-, moisture- and less with door openings.
vapor-proof. Some good choices are heavy-
duty almninum foil, freezer plastic wrap, Foods That Don't Freeze Well
polyethylene-coated freezer paper, freezer •Some foods cannot he frozen suecesstully
bags or airtight conttdners. Force as much air because the freezing causes them to
out of the packages as possible and be sure deteriorate. These include:
they are tightly sealed. Trapped air can cause potatoes (unless mashed)
the _k)odto dry out, change color and develop cream fillings
an off-t]avor (freezer burn), cookedegg whites
sour cream
• Fresh meats and poultl"y c_mbe left in the salad greens
store wrapping when freezing for less than two hind;con meat
weeks. For longer storage, overwrap with a soft (.}_eeses(cream, cottage, pRxeessed)
snitable freezer wrap. Do not refreeze meat mayonnaise
that h;kscompletely thawed,milk and cream
gelatin salads
Loading the Freezer bananas
•A_oid adding too much warm food to the citrus fnlits.
freezer at one time. This overloads the freezer,
slows the rate of {)eezing and can raise the
temperature of already frozen foods.
• Place the packages in the eddest part of the
freezer first (against the walls or bottom of the
compartment) to insure the food freezes as
quickly"as possible. Leave a little space
begveen the packages so cold air can circulate.
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Food Storage Chart
The following chart shows approximate storage times _ for wtrious refrigerated and frozen foods. These
storage times can vaJ),depending oil the type of paekaging used and the storage tetnperatures.
Refrigerator Freezer
Foods Time Time StorageTips
DAIRY PRODUCTS
Butter 1 2 weeks 6-9 months Store only enough fbr immediate use in the
Dah'y Compartment. Wrap tightly or cover.
Milk & cream I week Not recommended Check the carton dating. Close tightly-. Don't
return unused portions to original container.
Don't freeze cream unless whipped.
Cream cheese, cheese 1-2 weeks Not recommended Wrap tightly. Some cheese foods can be
spread & cheese food stored for longer periods.
Cottage cheese 5-7 days Not recommended Store inoriginal carton. Check the carton
dating.
Hard cheese (Swiss, 1-2 months May becomecrumbly Wrap tigh@ Ct,t off it, old if it develops o_
Cheddar & Parmesan) the surface.
Sour cream 10 days Not recommended Store in the origimd carton. Check the carton
dating.
EGGS
Eggs in the shell I week Not reeonnnended Refrigerate small ends down.
Leftover yolks or 2-4 days 9 12 months For each cup of yolks to be frozen, add 1 tsp.
whites sugar for use in sweet, or i tsp. salt for non-
sweet dishes.
FRESH FRUITSt/ipening of fruits is slowed by refrigeration W}len storing in Vari Crisper set control at "Fruits" setting
Apples I month 6-12 months May also store unripe or hard apples at 60-
70°F.
Bananas, pears & 3-5 days 6-12 months Ripen at room temperature befi_re
avocados refrigerating. Bananas and avocados will
darken when refrigerated.
Berries & cherries 2-3 days 6-12 months Store covered or in the Crisper to prevent
moisture loss.
Citrus fruits 1-2 weeks Not recommended May also store at 60-70°F, If refrigerated,
store uncovered.
Grapes 3 5 day-s 6-12 months Store covered or in the Crisper to prevent
moisture loss.
Peaches, nectarines, ,3 5 days 6 12 months Ripen at room tmnperature before
plums & apricots refrigerating.
Pineapples, cut 2-3 day's 6-12 months Will not ripen after purchase. Use quickly to
avoid fllrther deterioration.
Continued on next pag_
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Food Storage Chart (continued)
Refrigerator Freezer
Foods Time Time Storage Tips
Since vegetahles remain flesh longest in amoist environment, they should be stored in tile Fresh
FRESH VEGETABLES Crisper or in the Vari Crisper with the control on the "Vegetables'setting.If the crispers are full,
store vegetables in plastic bags or ph/stic cont_dners to prevent moistureloss.
Asparagus 2-3 days 8-12 months Don't wash before refrigerating. Store in the
crisper.
Brussels sprouts& 3 5 days 8-12 inonths Wrap odorous foods & refrigerate in the crisper.
broccoli
Cabbage & celeJ3,I-2 weeks Not recommended Wrap odorous tbods & refrigerate in the crisper.
Cauliflower & snap i week 8 12 months \Vrap odorous foods & refrigerate in the crisper.
beans
Carrots. parsnips, 12weeks 8-12 months Remove tops. Wrap odorous foods and
beets, radishes & refrigerate in the crisper.
turnips
Green peas & lima 3-5 clays 8-] 2 months Leave in pods & ret_gerate.
beallS
Lettuce & ot}ler salad i week Not recommended Wash. Drain well. Refrigerate in the crisper.
gre( ns
Onions, green :35 days 8-12 months Wrap odorous foods & refrigerate in crisper.
Peppers& ctJenmbeJ_ 1 week 8 12 monthsWrap odorousfoods& refi'igerate incrisper.
FRESH POULTRY & FISH
Chicken l-2 days 6-1`2 months Cao be kept in its origin_dpackaging fbr
Turkey, duck & goose 1-2 days 4-6 months refrigeratioit. Place in the Meat/Cheese
drawer udth control on the "Fresh Meat"
Fish 1-2 days 1-'2 months setting. When freezing longer thal_ '2weeks,
overw-rap ,Mtb suitable freezer wrap.
FRESH MEATS
Beef, ground I 2 days 4-6 nlonths Can be kept in original _ackaging tbr
Beef, roast & steak 3-5 days 9 12 months refrigeration. Place in the Meat/Cheese
drawer wsth control on the "Fresh Meat"
Pork 3-5days 6-9 months setting. Wllen freezing longer than9 weeks,
ovel_vrap with suitable freezer wrap.
Veal 3-5 days 4-6 months
Sausage, ground 1-2 days 1-3 months
Lamb 3-5 days 9-12 months
PROCESSED MEATS
Bacon 7 days 1 mouth Processed meats should be tigbtly wrapped
and stored in the Meat/Cheese drawer with
Frankfurters 7 day's 2 weeks the control on the "Dell/Cheese" setting.
Ham, whole 7 days 1-3 months
half 5 days 1-3 months
slices 3 days 1-2 inonths
Luncheon meat 3 5 days Not reeommeoded Unopened, vacuum-packed luneheoo meat
maybe kept up to 2 weeks.
Sa_lsage,smoked 7 daysNot recommended
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PAGE 11

ICE SERVICE
Twist Ice Cube Trays
Your refrigerator conies equipped with twist ice
cube travs and a storage bin. To release frozen
cubes h(_Idthe tra_ upside down over tile
storage bin and ta_dstboth ends.
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•To mannally stop the operation of the ice
maker, move tile wire lever arm into the up
position.
• Certain sounds m_, accompany the various
operating cycles of the ice maker:
bnzzing of the water valve
Automatic Ice Maker --running of the water as the tray fills
rattling of ice cubes falling into an empty
(optional) ice bin
If vour refrigerator is equipped with an • If the ice is not used frequently, the ice enbes
automatic ice maker, there are some things to wilJ become cloud_, shrink, stick together and
keep in mind about its operation: taste stale. Empty the ice storage bin
• After your refrigerator has been hooked up to periodically and wash it in lnkewarm waten Be
the water supply, moxe the wire lever arm into sure to dxythe bin hefore replacing it.
the down position. This will start its operation. • To remove the ice bin, pull it forward, away
The ice maker will fill with water when the from the ice m_er. To avoid the ice maker
freezer reaches the proper temperature. With dumping ice while the bin is removed, tnrn the
a newly installed refrigerator this could take up ice maker offby lifting the x_drelever.
to 24 hours. • To replace the ice bin, reverse the above
• Discard all the cubes from the first two or proceudre. Tnrn the ice maker on by lowering
three batches made. These initial batches of the wire arm.
ice cubes inay be irregular in shape and • Beverage and foods should not be placed in
discolored, the ice storage bin for quick chilling. These
• ?" r
V_hen the ice cubes are ejected it is normal {br items can block the wire lexer arm, cansing the
several cubes to he joined together at the ends. ice maker to malfunction.
They can easiJy be broken apart. The ice
maker will continue to make ice until the
supply of ice cubes raises the wire lever arm,
shutting the ice maker off.
PAGE 12

CARE AND CLEANING
Refrigerator Exterior and Cleaning the Defrost Pan
Interior Thedefrost water drainsintoashallow pan
beneath theeabir_et and evaporates. This pan
Refer to the chart on the next page when should be cleaned periodically with warm sudsy
cleaning the refiigerator. water.
CAUTION: Disconnect thepower cord before Toremove thedefrost pan:
deaning. Also, do not touch refrigerated 1. Remove the base gillie (see page 2),
surfaces with wet or damp hands. Damp objects 2. Lift the pan up aud pull out.
stick to cold metal surfaces. Before cleaning the
freezer,allow it to wam_ up. Allow glass shelves Toreplace the defrost pan:
towarm up before immersing inwarm water. 1. Position theside flanges tu fit over the slide
rails and press dtI_q on the centerof the pan
to snap in place.
NOTE: The drain plug is located under the
crisper drawers on the bottom of the 2. Replace the base grille.
refrigerator compartment. Pullstraightup to [
remove. If it becomes dogged, removeand
flush the drain line with baking soda and hot
water. This water will drain into the defrost pan.
(See this page for cleaning the defrost pan.)
Cleaning Under the
Refrigeratort
Your refrigerator can be rolled out fiir cleaning '=_:_"
the floor tmdecneath. Raise the lock@g feet if
engaged (see page 2). Pull the refrigerator Replacing the Interior Lights
straight out from the wall.
CAUTION: Disconnect the power cord be_bre
Cleaning the Condenser replacing light bulb(s). Wear glovesas
The area around the condenser sboukt be protection against possible broken glass.
cleaned at least once a year for efficient
operation (clean more often if there are pets in Refrigerator
the home). To do so, first unplug the refrigerator.
Then thoroughly vacuum the dirt and lint from The refrigerator lights are Ioeated directly
the front and open end of the condense_: The behind the temperature controls.
condenser can be reached through the right To replace the refrigerator bulb(s):
front base opening. See page 2for removing the
base grille. !. Unplug the refrigerator.
2. Unscrew the bulb and replace with a 40 watt
appliance bulb.
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Refrigerator Cleaning Chart
Cleaning Agents*
Many dif}_rent cleaning agents are recommended for the various parts of Maytag refrigerators. The
following brand names may help you make an appropriate selection:
1. Mild abrasive cleaners such as Bon Ami, Soft Scrub, Bar Keepers Friend, Cameo.
2. Mild liquid sprays such as Fantast/k,Formula 409.
3. Glass cleaner such as Windex, Glass Plus.
4. Appliance wax such as Jubilee.
DO NOT USE abrasive cleansing powders such as Comet or Zud, soap4llled scouring pads like S.O.S. or
Brillo except when indicated. See pages 5-7 on how to remove mid replace specific parts.
Refrigerator Exterior
Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions
Base grille Soa_ and water IRenove the base _rille by graspin_ the ends, lift and
Miktliquid spr)}ys pull out.To repiaeg,Ce;_ter'i:he_clip_sin the cut-out areas
Vacuum cleane[and push in until the base grille snaps into place.
attachment
Condenser Vacuum eleauer The area around the condenser should be cleaned ai:
attachmeut least once a year for efficient o;oeration clean more
often ffthere are pets m the home. See page 13 fur
more information.
Defrost pan Soap _mdwater See page la on bow to remove and replace.
Door handles Soap mxdwater
Mild liquid sprws
Punted metal surfaces: Soap and water Wax at least once a year. Do not wax plastic or virffl
Cabinet, doors MiK1liquid sprays parts.
Appliadce wax
Black decorator panels Glass cleaners The following glasscleaners clean these panels best
So{t, clean, liut-free cloth u4thont streaking:Glass Plus, S.O.S. Gl_issCleaner, The
(cotton diaper or WorksGlass Cleaner and GlassmatesWipes" Do not
cheesecloth) use paper towels or soiled clothsbecause-panelscan
scratch easily.
Refrigerator & Freezer Interior
Door gasket Baking soda and water Use 1-'2tablespoons baking soda per quart of water. Be
Soap and water sure to wringout excess water from sponRe or cloth
when cleaning arotmd controls, hghts, or dectr_cal parts.
Glass shelves Soap and water Allow the glass towarm up to room temperature
Glass cleaner before immersing in warmwater, Never use hot
Mild liqnid sprays water.
Mild abrasive cleaners
Interior and door liner Soap mid water See above for baking soda sob _tiou.
Baking soda and water DO NOT use abrasive cleaners, concentrated
detergents, bleaches,cleaning waxes,solvents or polish
cleaners to clean the refrigerator interior.
egg Soap _mdwater
Soap and water
Mil3liquid sprays
are trademarksofthe respective manufacturers.
4

NON-USE PERIODS
Vacations Moving
If you \_41lhe gone for a month or less, leave the When moving,follow steps a_d under Vacations.
controls at the usual settings. In addition, remove and carefully pack any items
During longer absences: that are easily removable. Ship the refrigerator in
a) remove all food, an upright 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 d_ the refrigerator thoroughly
including the deDost pan,
e) leave the doors open to prevent odors.
IMPORTANT PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
I. To prevent possibility of hazard due to 4, Any-electrical service cord that becomes
electrical shock, never plug the refrigerator fpayed or damaged should be immediately
into a receptacle which has not been repaired or replaced. Neverunplug }_ur
grounded adequately and in accordance with appliance by pulling on tbe power cord.
the local and national electrical codes. See the 5, Your refrigerator should not he operated in
grounding instructions on page 2. the presence of explosive fumes.
2.Unplug the refrigerator before cle_mingthe 6, Remove the doors t)'om any out-ofLuse
condenser or replacing a light bulb. refrigerator toprevent ebiht entrapment and
,3. In ease of power failure, minimize door suN)cation.
openings. If the power failure is of a long 7, Children should not climb, hang or stand on
duration, protect the food by placing blocks of the shelves of tl0isrefrigeratoJ:
dry ice cm top of the packages or check with a
local frozen ibods locker plant about
tempora D,storage, Frozen fbods which have
thawed completely shouldnot be refrozen.
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TO AVOID UNNECESSARY SERVICE CALLS• . .
Before calling a seer-ice technician, check the following list for possible troubles that you can remedy
without difficulty.
The refrigerator won't run•the temperature control turned to .Off,,
• the power cord not phlgged in
•no power at tile electrical cord
• the circuit breaker tripped or the house fhse blown
,, ,. .....,
The refrigeratorruns too long/too • modemrefrigerators are larger and nm colder which requires more
frequently mnlfing time to provide more stable temperatures
•the condenserneedscleanirlg(see page 1,3)
•the control set too cold
• prolonged door openings
• the base grille blocked
•too many door openings
•the door not sealing (due to a package or a container hohling door open)
Noisy operafdon " fan noise -- normal air t]ow
NOTE: Additionalmotorsandcontrolsareusedto •the defrost pan riot positioned correctly
rovldeJillroved erfqrmanee Theretlne nonna2
P P P , *the cabinet not level
operating rounds may be more notmeable than on the
mode it repkmed, • a weak floor
Odor inthe cabinet • odor producbgg lbods should be covered or wrapped
• the interior needs (:leaning
• the defrost pan needs cleaning
Warm air fromtile cabinetbottom •normal air flow for condenser
The cabinetvibrates • the cabinet not level
• a weak _oor
Water on the floor under the cabinet • the defrost pan missing or not positioned properly
Foods dry-out • the packages not wrapped or sealed properly
• the crisper not tightly closed
Thecabinetlight not working • the bulb burned ollt
• no power at the outlet
The refrigerator compartment too • the refrigerator control set too warm - see page: 4 to adjust
warm * prolonged door openings
The refrigerator compartment too cold • the refrigerator control set too cold - see page 4to adjust
The freezer compartment too warm* the freezer control set too warm - see page 4to adjust
• prokmged door openings
Sizzling sound in the freezer • a normal sound caused bydefrost water dripping on def)ost mechanism
Moisture collects on the outside surface• hot humid weather increases eonde_lsation, move energysaver switch to
"Reduce Moisture" position
The ice cubes evaporate • cold air moxing over the ice cubes when not used regularly
The automatic ice maker not • the stop arm in OFF (up) position
operating (optional) • the water supply turned off
• the water pressure too low
NOTE: For fitrther assistance contact your Maytag dealer or Maytag Customer Sendce: U.S. 1-800-688-9900
Canada L800-688-2002
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MAYTAG REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY
FullOne 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.
Limited Warranty
Seeond thruFifth Year -- major refrigeration eomponents:
After the first year and through the fifth year after the date of original retail purchase Maytag will repair or
replace,at its option, free of charge to the ovaaer 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 fails in normal home use. Trip charges,travel and transportation, if
required, shall be the responsibility of the owner.
Second Year -- other parts:
Other parts which fail in normal home use during the second year following date of original retail purchase
will be repaired or replace free of charge for the part itself,with the owner paying all other costs,including
labor and trip charges.
Ice Maker - when purchased with the refrigerator and installed by the dealer the ice maker will be considered
part of the refrigerator for warranty purposes.
This full warranty and the limited warranty apply only when the appliance is located in the United States or
Canada.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
The warrantor,Maytag Company, shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages,including food
loss. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of consequential damages,so the above limitations or
exclusion may not apply to you.
To Receive Warranty Service
To locate an anthorized service company in your area,contact the Maytag dealer from whom your
appliance was purchased or call Maytag Customer Service. Should you not receive satisfactory
warranty service,call or write:
Maytag Customer Service
240 Edwards St. S.E.
Cleveland, TN 37311
U.S. 1-800-688-9900
CANADA1-800-688-2002
When contacting Customer Service be sure to provide the model and serial number of your
appliance,the name and address of the dealer from whmn you purchased the appliance, and the
date of purchase.
This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other fights which vary from
state to state.
Should you still have a problem,write to: Major Appliance Consumer ActionPanel, 20 North Waeker Drive,Chicago,
Illinois60606. MACAP is an industry spo.sored but independent group ofconsumer experts who receive and act on
complaints froinappliance owners.
NOTE: When writing about an unsolved serviceproblem,please include the followinginformation:
(a) Yourname,address and telephone number;
(b) Model number, serial number, madrevision number (found on the top front interior of the refrigerator
compartment);
(c) Name and address ofyour dealer and the date the appliance was bought;
(d) Aclear description of the problem you are having.
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