Roper RS25AFXRD01 User manual

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REFRIGERATOR
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Table of Contents/Table des matieres .................. 2
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TABLEOFCONTENTS
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ............................................................. 3
Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator .................................... 3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................. 4
Unpacking .................................................................................... 4
Location Requirements ................................................................ 4
Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 5
Water Supply Requirements ........................................................ 5
Base Grille .................................................................................... 5
Door Removal ............................................................................... 6
Door Closing ................................................................................. 8
Water Supply Connection ............................................................ 8
Water System Preparation ........................................................... 9
Normal Sounds .......................................................................... 10
REFRIGERATOR USE .................................................................. 10
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation .................................................. 10
Using the Controls ..................................................................... 10
Water and Ice Dispensers .......................................................... 11
Water Filter Status Light ............................................................. 12
Water Filtration System .............................................................. 12
Ice Maker and Storage Bin ........................................................ 13
REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ...................................................... 14
Refrigerator Shelves ................................................................... 14
Flip-up Shelf ............................................................................... 14
Adjustable Flip-up Shelf ............................................................. 14
Dell Drawer ................................................................................. 14
Convertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer, Crisper and Covers ........15
Convertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer Temperature Control .......15
Crisper Humidity Control ........................................................... 15
Wine or Can/Bottle Rack ........................................................... 15
Utility Bin .................................................................................... 15
FREEZER FEATURES .................................................................. 16
Freezer Shelf .............................................................................. 16
Freezer Basket or Bin................................................................. 16
DOOR FEATU RES ........................................................................ 16
Door Rails ................................................................................... 16
Can Racks and Door Bins.......................................................... 16
REFRIGERATOR CARE ............................................................... 17
Cleaning ...................................................................................... 17
Changing the Light Bulbs ........................................................... 17
Power Interruptions .................................................................... 18
Vacation and Moving Care ......................................................... 18
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. lg
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ......................................................... 21
In the U.S.A ................................................................................ 21
In Canada ................................................................................... 22
Accessories ................................................................................ 22
WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS ............................................. 22
PRODUCT DATA SHEETS ........................................................... 23
WARRANTY .................................................................................. 24
TABLEDESMATIERES
SECURITE DU REFRIGERATEUR .............................................. 25
Mise au rebut de votre vieux refrigerateur ................................. 25
INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ............................................. 26
Deballage .................................................................................... 26
Emplacement d'installation ........................................................ 26
Specifications electriques .......................................................... 27
Specifications de I'alimentation en eau ..................................... 27
Grille de la base .......................................................................... 27
Enlevement des portes ............................................................... 28
Fermeture des portes ................................................................. 30
Raccordement de la canalisation d'eau .................................... 30
Preparation du systeme d'eau ................................................... 32
Sons normaux ............................................................................ 32
UTILISATION DU REFRIGERATEUR .......................................... 32
Pour s'assurer d'une circulation d'air appropriee ...................... 32
Utilisation des commandes ........................................................ 33
Distributeurs d'eau et de gla9ons .............................................. 33
Le temoin lumineux de I'etat du filtre a eau ............................... 34
Systeme de filtration d'eau ........................................................ 35
Machine a gla(_ons et bac .......................................................... 36
CARACTERISTIQUES DU REFRIGERATEUR ........................... 36
Tablettes du refrigerateur ........................................................... 37
Tablette relevable ....................................................................... 37
Tablette relevable ajustable ....................................................... 37
Tiroir pour specialites alimentaires ............................................ 37
Tiroir a legumes/viande convertible,
bac a legumes et couvercles ..................................................... 37
Reglage de la temperature du tiroir
legumes/viande convertible ....................................................... 38
Reglage de I'humidite darts le bac a legumes ........................... 38
Casier a vin ou porte-cannettes/bouteilles ................................ 39
Casier utilitaire ............................................................................ 39
CARACTERISTIQUES DU CONGELATEUR ............................... 39
Tablette de congelateur ............................................................. 39
Panier ou bac de congelateur .................................................... 39
CARACTERISTIQUES DE LA PORTE ......................................... 39
Tringles darts la porte ................................................................. 39
Porte-cannettes et balconnets ................................................... 40
ENTRETIEN DU REFRIGERATEUR ............................................ 40
Nettoyage ................................................................................... 40
Remplacement des ampoules d'eclairage ................................ 41
Pannes de courant ..................................................................... 42
Entretien avant les vacances ou Iors d'un demenagement .......42
DEPANNAGE ................................................................................. 43
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE ......................................................... 46
Accessoires ................................................................................ 46
FEUlLLES DE DONNEES SUR LE PRODUIT ............................. 47
GARANTI E ..................................................................................... 48

REFRIGERATORSAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance, Always read and obey all
safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol,
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others,
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or
"WARNING," These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you
what can happen if the instructions are not followed,
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic
precautions:
• Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
• Do not remove ground prong.
• Do not use an adapter.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Disconnect power before servicing.
• Replace all panels before operating.
• Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
• Use nonflammable cleaner.
• Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
• Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
• Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on
ice maker kit ready models only).
• Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice or water
(on some models).
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ProperDisposalof
YourOld Refrigerator
Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:
• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily
climb inside.
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Failure to do so can resuJt in death or
brain damage.
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous
- even if they will sit for "just a few days." Ifyou are getting rid of
your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help
prevent accidents.

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Removing packaging materials
• Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning
on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap
over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water
and dry.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For
more information, see the "Refrigerator Safety" section.
When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator
for cieaning or service, be sure to protect the floor.
Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it.
Do not wiggle or "walk" the refrigerator when trying to move
it, as floor damage could occur.
Cleaning before use
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside
of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions
in the "Refrigerator Care" section.
Important information to know about gmaes shemves
an_ covers:
Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when
they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to
sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping.
For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter
into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass
shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when re-
moving them to avoid impact from dropping.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammabJe materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Faiture to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for 1/2in.
(1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top. When installing your
refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2 in. (5.08 cm) minimum on
each side (depending on your model) to allow for the door to
swing open. If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra
space at the back for the water line connections.
NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or
other heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall
below 55°F (13°C).
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ElectrbalShockHazard
Plugintoagrounded3prongoutbt.
Donotremovegroundprong.
Donotuseanadapter.
Donotuse an e×tension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electricaJ shock.
Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is
important to make sure you have the proper electrical
connection.
Recommended grounding method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused, grounded
electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet
that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an
extension cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or
removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator
or Freezer Control depending on the model) to OFF and then
disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you
are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source
and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control
depending on the model) to the desired setting.
Read alldirectionscarefullybeforeyou begin.
IMPORTANT."
• Ifyou turntherefrigeratoron beforethe waterlineis
connected,turnthe icemaker OFE
• All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.
• Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing
only in areas where the household temperatures will remain
above freezing.
Tools Required: Flat-blade screwdriver, 7_ in. and _/_in. open-
end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches,//4 in. nut driver and
drill bit, hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded).
NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a//4 in.
(6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing.
Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with
your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or 3_6in.
(4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more
easily.
Water Pressure
A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and 120
psi (207-827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and
ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, see
"Troubleshooting" or call a licensed, qualified plumber.
Reverse Osmosis Water Supply
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your
cold water supply, the water pressure to the system needs to be
a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 - 414 kPa).
If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than
40 to 60 psi (276 - 414 kPa) a booster pump can be inserted into
the small tubing that goes from the cold water line to the reverse
osmosis system.
If the water dispenser is still not dispensing water properly:
• Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse
osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.
• Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill
after heavy usage.
If your refrigerator has a water filter cartridge, it may further
reduce the water pressure when used in conjunction with a
reverse osmosis system. Remove the water filter cartridge.
See "Water Filtration System."
If you have questions about your water pressure, refer to
"Troubleshooting" or call a licensed, qualified plumber.
To remove the base grille:
1. Open both doors.
2. Place hands along the ends of the grille, with your thumbs
along the top. Push in with your thumbs and pull up on the
bottom.
NOTE: Be sure to refasten the Tech Sheet behind the base grille
after cleaning.
To replace the base grille:
1. Open both doors.
2. Line up the grille support tabs with the metal clips.
3. Push the grille firmly to snap it into place.

TOOLSNEEDED:1/4in.hex-headsocketwrench,%6in.hex-headsocketwrenchandaflat-bladescrewdriver.
IMPORTANT:Beforeyoubegin,turntherefrigeratorcontrolOFEunplugrefrigeratorordisconnectpower.Removefoodandany
adjustabledoororutilitybinsfromdoors.
NOTE:Itmayonlybenecessarytoremoveeitherthedoorhandleorthedoorstogetyourproductthroughthedoorwayofyour
residence.Measurethedooropeningtodeterminewhethertoremovetherefrigeratorhandlesorthedoors.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before removing doors.
Reconnect both ground wires before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
Top Left Hinge
Style 1
Style 2
1. Do Not Remove Screw
Water Dispenser
Tubing Connection
1
Door RemovaJ Top Right Hinge
1.Do Not Remove Screw
Bottom Hinge
1, Do Not Remove Screw
Door Alignment
1, LeveRing Screw

Handle Removal (optional)
1. Apply firm pressure with your hand on the face of trim. Slide
top trim up and bottom trim down away from handle. Lift trim
pieces off shoulder screws (see Graphic 1).
NOTE: Some models include accent pieces between the handle
and the handle trim. If your model includes the accents, you will
need to carefully remove them with a flat-blade screwdriver
before removing the handle screws. The accent pieces are
optional and can be reinstalled or left off of the handle assembly.
2. Remove handle screws and handles.
3. Move refrigerator into place. Replace handles as shown (see
Graphic 1).
Door Removal
EJectricai Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before removing doors.
Failure to do so can result in death or
etectrica! shock.
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Open both refrigerator doors. Remove the base grille by
pulling up on the bottom outside corners (see Graphic 2).
3. Close both doors and keep them closed until you are ready to
lift them free from the cabinet.
4. If you have a dispenser (ice or water), disconnect the water
dispenser tubing located behind the base grille on the freezer
door side (see Graphic 3).
• Press the red outer ring against the face of fitting and pull
the dispenser tubing free.
• On some models, remove tubing from hose clip.
5. Remove top left hinge screw and cover as shown (see
Graphic 4). Do not remove screw 1.
6. Disconnect wiring:
Style 1
• Disconnect wiring plug.
• Remove green ground wire screw to disconnect ground
wires. 3
1.Do not remove screw 1
2. Ground wires
3. Green ground wire screw
4. Wiring plug
Style 2
• Disconnect wiring plug.
1. Do not remove screw !
2. Wiring plug
7. Carefully lift freezer door straight up off bottom hinge (see
Graphic 5). The water dispenser tubing remains attached to
the freezer door and pulls through the bottom left hinge.
Make sure you protect the dispenser tubing from damage.
8. Remove top right hinge cover and screws as shown (see
Graphic 6). Do not remove screw 1.
g. Lift the refrigerator door straight up off bottom hinge.
10. It may not be necessary to remove the bottom hinge to move
the refrigerator through a doorway. Both bottom hinges have
similar construction. If neccessary, disassemble the hinges as
shown (see Graphic 7). Do not remove screw 1.
Door and Hinge Replacement
1. Replace both bottom hinges, if removed. Tighten screws.
2. Assistance may be needed to feed the water dispenser
tubing through the bottom hinge while reinstalling the freezer
door. Carefully feed the dispenser tubing through the bottom
left hinge before replacing the door on the hinge.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the top
hinges are being replaced. Do not depend on the door magnets
to hold the doors in place while you are working.
3. Reconnect water dispenser tubing by pushing tubing into
fitting until it stops and black mark touches face of fitting (see
Graphic 3). On some models, replace tubing in hose clip.

4. Alignandreplacethetoplefthingeasshown(seeGraphic4).
Tightenscrews.
EtectricaJShockHazard
Reconnectbothgroundwires.
FaluretodosocanresuJtin deathor
eJectricaJshock.
Style1
• Reconnectbothgroundwires.
• Reconnectwiringplug.
1
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Style 2
1. Do not remove screw 1
2. Ground wires
3. Green ground wire screw
4. Wiring plug
Reconnect wiring plug.
1.Do not remove screw !
2. Wiringplug
5. Replace left hinge cover and screws.
6. Replace the refrigerator door by carefully lifting the door onto
the bottom right hinge.
7. Align and replace the top right hinge as shown (see Graphic
6). Tighten screws.
8. Replace hinge cover and screws. Tighten screws.
9. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers -- one on the
right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or if
you want the doors to close more easily, adjust the refrigerator's
tilt using the instructions below:
1. Move the refrigerator into its final position.
2. The two leveling screws are part of the front roller assemblies
which are at the base of the refrigerator on either side (see
Graphic 8).
Use a hex-head socket wrench to adjust the leveling screws.
Turn the leveling screw to the right to raise that side of the
refrigerator or turn the leveling screw to the left to lower that
side. It may take several turns of the leveling screws to adjust
the tilt of the refrigerator (see Graphic 8).
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the
refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws and
rollers. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.
4. Open both doors again and check to make sure that they
close as easily as you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly
more to the rear by turning both leveling screws to the right. It
may take several more turns, and you should turn both
leveling screws the same amount.
5. Replace the base grille.
NOTE: Be sure to refasten the Tech Sheet behind the base grille.
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Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line
is connected, turn the ice maker OFE
Connecting to Water Line
1.
2. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long
enough to clear line of water.
Locate a 1/2in. to 11/4in. (1.25 cm to 3.18 cm) vertical COLD
water pipe near the refrigerator.
NOTE: Horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of
the pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from
the drill and normal sediment from collecting in the valve.
Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure
from the connection on the lower left rear of refrigerator to the
water pipe. Add 7 ft. (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use 1/4in.
(6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure
both ends of copper tubing are cut square.
Using a grounded drill, drill a 1/4in. hole in the cold water pipe
you have selected.
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1.Cold waterpipe 5. Compression sleeve
2. Pipe clamp 6. Shutoff valve
3. Copper tubing 7.Packing nut
4. Compression nut
6. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe
clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1/4in. drilled hole
in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp.
Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws
carefully and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do
not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.
7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the
copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the
outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut
onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.
8. Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink, and
turn ON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is
clear. Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the
copper tubing.

Connecting to Refrigerator
Style 1
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Attach the copper tubeto the valve inlet using a compression
nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do
not overtighten.
3. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure
the tubing to the refrigerator as shown. This will help prevent
damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back
against the wall.
4. Turn shutoff valve ON,
5. Check for leaks, Tighten any connections (including
connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.
1
Style 3
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove the shipping tape from the gray, coiled water tubing
on the rear of the refrigerator.
3. Thread the provided nut onto the water valve as shown,
1
I/ll 2
1. Tube clamp
2. Copper tubing 3. Compression nut
4. Valve inlet
6. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If
your water conditions require asecond water strainer, install it
in the 1/4in. (6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection,
Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.
7. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
8. Flush the water system. See the "Water System Preparation"
section.
NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Allow 3
days to completely fill ice container.
Style 2
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove the shipping tape from the gray, coiled water tubing
on the rear of the refrigerator.
3. Thread the provided nut onto the coupling on the end of the
copper tubing. Tighten the nut by hand, Then tighten it with a
wrench two more turns. Do not overtighten.
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1.Line to refrigerator 4. Coupling (purchased)
2. Nut (provided) 5. Ferrule(purchased)
3. Bulb 6. Nut (purchased)
4. Turn shutoff valve ON,
5. Check for leaks. Tighten any nuts or connections (including
connections at the valve) that leak.
6. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If
your water conditions require asecond water strainer, install it
in the 1/4in. (6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection,
Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.
7. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
8. Flush the water system. See the "Water System Preparation"
section.
NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Allow 3
days to completely fill ice container.
1. Bulb
2. Nut (provided)
NOTE: Tighten the nut by hand, Then tighten it with a wrench
two more turns. Do not overtighten,
4. Turn shutoff valve ON.
5. Check for leaks. Tighten any nuts or connections (including
connections at the valve) that leak.
6. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If
your water conditions require a second water strainer, install it
in the 1/4in. (6,35 mm) water line at either tube connection.
Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.
7. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
8. Flush the water system. See the "Water System Preparation"
section,
NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Allow 3
days to completely fill ice container.
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Please read before using the water system.
Immediately after installation, follow the steps below to make
sure that the water system is properly cleaned.
1. Open the freezer door and turn off the ice maker by lifting up
the wire shutoff arm as shown.
NOTES:
• If your model has a base grille filter system, make sure the
base grille filter is properly installed and the cap is in the
horizontal position.
•Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or
of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before
or after the system.

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Use a sturdy container to depress the water dispenser bar
until the water begins to flow. Flush the water system by
dispensing and discarding 2 to 3 gal. (8 to 12 L) of water.
Cleaning the system will take approximately 6 to 7 minutes
and will help clear air from the line. Additional flushing may be
required in some households•
NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out
of the dispenser•
Open the freezer door and turn on the ice maker by lowering
the wire shutoff arm. Please refer to the "Ice Maker and
Storage Bin" section for further instructions on the operation
of your ice maker•
•Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice.
• Discard the first three batches of ice produced•
• Depending on your model, you may want to select the
maximum ice feature to increase the production of ice. To
do so, set the switch on the front of the ice maker to MAX.
REFRIGERATORUSE
Inorder to ensurepropertemperatures,youneedtopermit to
flow between the two sections• Cold air enters the bottom of the
freezer section and moves up. Itthen enters the refrigerator section
through the top vent. Air then returns to the freezer as shown.
Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn't
make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be
concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard
surfaces, such as the floor, walls, and cabinets, can make the
sounds seem louder• The following describes the kinds of sounds
and what may be making them.
• If your product is equipped with an ice maker, you will hear a
buzzing sound when the water valve opens to fill the ice
maker for each cycle.
Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep
your food items at the desired temperatures and to minimize
energy usage. The high efficiency compressor and fans may
cause your refrigerator to run longer than your old one. You
may also hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound from the
compressor or fans adjusting to optimize performance.
• You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating air through
the refrigerator and freezer compartments. The fan speed
may increase as you open the doors or add warm food.
• Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the
water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator.
• Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle
may cause a sizzling sound.
• As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to
the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.
• Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a
popping noise.
• You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the
condenser fan.
• You may hear water running into the drain pan during the
defrost cycle.
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Do not block any of these vents with food such as soda, cereal,
bread, etc. If the vents are blocked, airflow will be prevented and
the temperature controls will not function properly.
IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any
odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must
thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors• To prevent
odor transfer from food, wrap or cover foods tightly•
For your convenience, your refrigerator controls are preset at the
factory. When installing your refrigerator, make sure that the
controls are still preset to the "mid-settings" as shown.
FREEZER RfFRiGERATOR
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COLD COLDER COLD
IMPORTANT:
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1 6 COLDER
Your product will not cool when the Refrigerator Control is set
to OFE
The Refrigerator Control adjusts the refrigerator compartment
temperature. The Freezer Control adjusts the freezer
compartment temperature. Higher numbered settings make
the compartment colder. Lower numbered settings make the
temperature less cold.
• Wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. If you
add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your
food may spoil.
NOTE: Adjusting the Refrigerator and Freezer Controls to a
higher (colder) setting will not cool the compartments any
faster•
• The preset settings should be correct for normal household
usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as
cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.
• If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or
freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not
blocked before adjusting the controls.