Whirlpool WUB50X24HZSS User manual

BEVERAGE CENTER
Use & Care Guide
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Beverage Center safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Proper disposal of your old Beverage Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Location requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Electrical requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Unpack the Beverage Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Reverse door swing (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Door closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Base grille. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Beverage Center Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Normal sounds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Using the control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Beverage Center Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Beverage Center shelves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Stocking the Beverage Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Bottom rack 6 bottles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Beverage Center Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Vacation and moving care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Assistance or Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
In the U.S.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
In Canada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Acessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Whirlpool Refrigeration Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
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BEVERAGE CENTER SAFETY
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
■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 parts and panels before operating.
■Remove doors from your old Beverage Center.
■Use nonflammable cleaner.
■Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from Beverage Center.
■Use two or more people to move and install
Beverage Center.
■State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your Beverage Center, follow these basic
precautions:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Proper disposal of your old
Beverage Center
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old Beverage Center.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain
damage.
Center are still dangerous, even if they will sit for “just a
few days”.
If you are getting rid of your old Beverage Center, please
follow these instructions to help prevent accidents.
Before you throw away your old Beverage
Center:
■Take off the doors.
■Leave the shelves in place
so that children may
not easily climb inside.
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned Beverage
Important information to know about disposal of refrigerants:
Dispose of Beverage Center in accordance with Federal and Local regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by
a licensed, EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with established procedures.

•Height dimensions are shown with the leveling legs
extended to the minimum height.
NOTE: When leveling legs are fully extended, add 5/8”
(1.6 cm) to the height dimensions. See “Product
Dimensions”.
•If the floor of the opening is not level with the kitchen
floor, shim the opening to make it level with the kitchen
floor.
Location Requirements
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors such as
gasoline away from Beverage Center.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
To ensure proper ventilation for your Beverage Center, allow
for a 1/4” (6.35 mm) space on each side and at the top.
When installing your Beverage Center next to a fixed wall,
leave 2.1/2” (6.35 cm) minimum clearance on the hinge
side to allow for the door to swing open.
NOTE: It is recommended that you do not install the
Beverage Center near an oven, radiator, or other heat
source. Do not install in a location where the temperature
will fall below 55 °F (13 °C). For best performance, do not
block the base grille.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire or electrical shock.
Opening Dimensions
1/4” (6.35 mm)
2.1/2” (6.35 cm)
14.3/4”
(37.5 cm)
A
1/2”
(1.3 cm)
24”
(60.96 cm) min.
B
24” (60.96 cm) min.
34.3/8” (87.3 cm) min.
35” (88.9 cm) max.
Critical dimensions:
A. 14.3/4” (37.5 cm) utility opening
B. 24” (60.96 cm) minimum opening width
Electrical Requirements
Before you move your Beverage Center into its final
location, it is important to make sure you have the proper
electrical connection.
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused,
grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended
that a separate circuit serving only your Beverage Center
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, or
cleaning, unplug Beverage Center or disconnect power.
Recommended grounding method

Unpack the Beverage Center Reverse Door Swing (optional)
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
Beverage Center.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
•Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before
turning on the Beverage Center. 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
Beverage Center. For more information, see “Beverage
Center Safety.”
•Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
Remove the Packaging
When Moving Your Beverage Center
Your Beverage Center is heavy. When moving the
Beverage Center for cleaning or service, be sure to
cover the floor with cardboard or hardboard to avoid
floor damage. Always pull the Beverage Center straight
out when moving it. Do not wiggle or “walk” the
Beverage Center when trying to move it, as floor
damage could occur. Having someone push against the
front top of the Beverage Center takes some weight off
the front leveling legs. This makes it easier to push the
unit on the rear rollers.
Important information to know about glass
shelves and 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.
Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small,
pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and
covers are heavy. Use both hands when removing them
to avoid dropping.
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After you remove all of the package materials, clean the
inside of your Beverage Center before using it. See the
cleaning instructions in “Beverage Center Care”.
Clean Before Using
Tools Needed:
Phillips screwdriver and an 8 mm wrench (or 5/16” in
wrench).
1. Unplug Beverage Center or disconnect power.
2. Using the screw driver, remove the screws from each
side of the top of the Beverage Center cabinet and set
aside.
NOTE: There are seven screws total. Do not discard.
3. Remove the top hinge and set aside.
4. Lift the door straight up and off
the bottom hinge.
5. Set door lying flat with gasket facing up.
Door should be placed on a debris free
surface such as cardboard or blanket to avoid scratches.
6. Remove the screws (B) fastening the black metal door
stopper (C) and re-attach it on the opposite side.
7. Remove the screws from each side of the kickplate and
set aside.
BC
A
BOTTOM VIEW

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8. Pull out the kickplate and set aside.
9. With the wrench, remove the screws (A) fastening the
bottom hinge (B) to the Beverage Center cabinet and set
aside. There are four screws total.
10. Using the screwdriver, remove the screw fastening the
plastic hinge door latch (C). Set screw aside.
Then, unscrew the bottom hinge shaft (D) and plastic
hinge door latch (E) and set aside.
11. Flip over the bottom hinge on
the opposite side.
As shown in the images below
and reverse the process in
step 10.
12. Move hinge to the opposite side and completely tighten
the screws (four total).
13. Reattach the base grill and tighten with the two screws
provided.
14. Place the door straight down and on the bottom hinge.
C
E
D
B
A
C
E
D
B
A
BACK FRONT
15. Fasten the top hinge with three silver screws and move
the remaining four screws to the opposite side.
Completely tighten all seven screws.
Door Closing
Your Beverage Center has two leveling legs. If your
Beverage Center seems unsteady or you want the door
to close more easily, adjust the Beverage Center’s tilt
using the instructions below.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
2. Move the Beverage Center into its final location.
3. Turn the leveling legs to the right to lower the Beverage
Center or turn the leveling legs to the left to raise it.
It may take several turns of the leveling legs to adjust the
tilt of the Beverage Center.
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
Beverage Center.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
C
E
D
B
A

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Base Grille
Tools Needed: Phillips screwdriver
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the
Beverage Center takes some weight off the leveling legs.
This makes it easier to adjust the leveling legs.
4. Open the door again to make sure that it closes as
easily as you like.
If not, tilt the Beverage Center slightly more to the rear
by turning both front leveling screws to the left.
It may take several more turns, and you should turn
both leveling legs the same amount.
1. Open the Beverage Center door.
2. Position the base grille so that screw
holes align into place. Replace the two screws.
Tighten the screws.
Normal Sounds Using the Control
BEVERAGE CENTER USE
Your new Beverage Center 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 flooring and
surrounding structures, can make the sounds seem louder.
The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may
be making them.
•Your Beverage Center 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 Beverage Center
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.
•Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant or
items stored inside the Beverage Center.
•As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due
to the refrigerant flowing in your Beverage Center.
•You may hear water running into the drain pan when the
Beverage Center is defrosting.
•You may hear clicking sounds when the Beverage Center
starts or stops running.
The control panel is located on the middle separator
(mullion) of the Beverage Center. The control panel
has no mechanical parts or buttons.
Turning Control On/Off
The first time that the Beverage Center is plugged in, the
control will be in Off mode.
To turn ON the unit, press button for 3 seconds.
To turn OFF the unit, press button for 3 seconds.
Viewing Celsius Temperatures
Press the touch pad to toggle between displaying the
temperature in degrees Fahrenheit
and degrees Celsius.
The corresponding indicator will
illuminate.
Adjusting the Interior Light
Press touch pad to toggle between ON and OFF.
Remove the Base Grille
Replace the Base Grille
1. Open the Beverage Center door.
2. Using the screwdriver, remove the two screws.
3. Remove the base grille.

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There are three temperature control set points for this
model: For your convenience, your control is preset at the
default temperature.
•To adjust set point temperatures, press “+” (plus) or “-”
(minus) until the desired temperature setting is reached.
NOTES:
• The default recommended temperature for the Beverage
Center is 42 °F (6 °C) Upper Compartment and 55 °F
(13 °C) for Lower Compartment.
• Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments so the
Beverage Center can acclimate.
Adjusting the Controls
Beverage Center
setting
Cold
Medium
Cool
33 °F (1 °C)
39 °F (4 °C)
42 °F (6 °C)
42 °F (6 °C)
50 °F (10 °C)
55 °F (13 °C)
Upper
Compartment
Lower
cCompartment
Beverage Center Shelves
BEVERAGE CENTER FEATURES
Your model may have glass or wire shelves. Store similar
foods together. This reduces the time the Beverage Center
door is open and saves energy.
To Remove and Replace Shelves:
1. Remove the shelf by lifting up the front and pulling it out
of the shelf slots.
2. Replace the shelf by inserting it into the shelf slots and
pushing it toward the back of the compartment.
Important information to know about glass
shelves and 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.
Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small,
pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and
covers are heavy. Use both hands when removing them
to avoid dropping.
Remove and Replace the Wine Racks
NOTE: When storing large bottles or magnums, remove
the rack directly above.
1. Pull the rack forward until it stops.
2. Lift up on the left-hand lever (A) while pressing down on
the right-hand lever to release the rack. Pull the rack
forward and lift it up and out of the rack supports.
3. Replace the rack by inserting the rack into the supports
and sliding it toward the rear of the Beverage Center.
A
A. Lever
8
+
6
=
14
Stocking the Beverage Center

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To Stock the Beverage Center:
1. Place juices, sodas or other canned beverages on the
glass shelves.
Top Wine Rack:
1. Slide wine rack open.
2. Starting on the left-hand side of the wine rack, place the
first bottle with the neck of the bottle facing the front of
the Beverage Center.
3. Place the next bottle on the rack with the neck of the
bottle facing the back of the Beverage Center.
Alternate the direction of the bottles, in this manner, until
the rack is full.
4. Slide the wine rack into place.
NOTE: The wine rack can be stocked with the bottles
facing either direction, however, to optimize storage
adjacent bottles should be facing in opposite directions.
Bottom Rack 6 Bottles
Bottom Wine Rack
Starting from left-hand side of the bottom rack, place the
first bottle with the neck of the bottle facing the front of the
Beverage Center. Continues to place the remaining bottles
facing in the same direction.
Cleaning
BEVERAGE CENTER CARE
Clean the Beverage Center about once a month to avoid
buildup of odors. Wipe up spills immediately.
To clean your Beverage Center:
1. Unplug Beverage Center or disconnect power.
2. Remove all removable parts from inside, such as
shelves, etc.
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
3. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior
surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth
and a mild detergent in warm water.
•Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window
sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning
waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers
containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior
and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels,
scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools.
These can scratch or damage materials.
•To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with
a mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt
(26 g to 0.95 L) of water).
4. Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a
clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm
water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners, or
cleaners containing chlorine. These can scratch or
damage materials. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
5. Replace the removable parts.

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6. Clean the condenser coils regularly. They are located
behind the base grille. Coils may need to be cleaned as
often as every other month. This may help save energy.
•Remove the base grille. See “Base Grille”.
•Use a vacuum cleaner with an extended attachment to
clean the condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.
•Replace the base grille.
7. Plug in Beverage Center or reconnect power.
Vacation and Moving Care
Vacation
Moving
If you choose to turn the Beverage Center off before you
leave, follow these steps.
1. Remove all contents from the Beverage Center.
2. Unplug the Beverage Center.
3. Clean the Beverage Center. See “Cleaning”.
4. Tape a rubber or wood block to the top of the door to
prop it open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor
and mold from building up.
When you are moving your Beverage Center, follow these
steps to prepare it for the move.
1. Remove all contents from the Beverage Center.
2. Unplug the Beverage Center.
3. Clean, wipe, and dry it thoroughly.
4. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape
them together so they don’t shift and rattle during the
move.
5. Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the
Beverage Center. When you get to your new home, put
everything back and refer to the “Installation
Instructions” section for preparation instructions.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
Your Beverage Center will not operate •Is the power supply cord unplugged?
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
•Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit
breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit.
•Is the Beverage Center Control turned to the OFF
position? See “Using the Control”.
•Is the temperature outside hotter than normal?
Expect the motor to run longer under warm conditions.
At normal outdoor temperatures, expect your motor to
run about 40 % to 80 % of the time. Under warmer
conditions, expect it to run even more of the time.
•Has a large amount of food just been added to the
Beverage Center? Adding a large amount of food
warms the Beverage Center. It is normal for the motor to
The motor seems to run too much