Whirlpool 3ET22DKXDN00 User manual

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Table of Contents
Page
A Note to You.. .......................................... 2
Refrigerator Safety ................................... 3
Parts and Features ................................... 4
Before Using Your Refrigerator .............. 5
Using Your Refrigerator.. ......................... 7
Setting the controls ............................... 7
Changing the control settings.. .............. 8
Adjusting the door bins ......................... 8
Adjusting the cantilever refrigerator
shelves.. ................................................ 9
Adjusting the EZ-TrackTM refrigerator
shelf ...................................................... 9
Using the egg bin ................................ 11
Removing the meat drawer and
cover ................................................... 11
Removing the crispers and crisper
cover ................................................... 12
Adjusting the half-width freezer
shelf .................................................... 12
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Removing the freezer shelf ................. 13
Removing the pull-out freezer floor.. ... 13
Using the ice cube trays ...................... 13
Using the optional automatic
ice maker ............................................ 14
Removing the base grille.. ................... 15
Changing the light bulbs ..................... 15
Understanding the sounds you
may hear.. ........................................... 16
Saving energy ..................................... 16
Reversing the door swing.. .................. 16
Caring for Your Refrigerator.. ................ 17
Food Storage Guide ............................... 20
Troubleshooting ..................................... 22
Requesting Service ................................ 23
Warranty .................................................. 24

A Note to You
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance.
Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, Whirlpool Refrigerators are easy
to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure you enjoy years of
trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable informa-
tion about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it
carefully.
Please record your model’s information.
Whenever you call to request service on
Model Number
your appliance, you need to know your
complete model number and serial number.
Serial Number
You can find this information on the model
and serial number label (see diaaram on
Purchase Date
page 4 for location of ladel). -
Please also record the purchase date of
Dealer Name
your appliance and your dealer’s name,
address, and telephone number.
Dealer Phone
Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

Refrigerator Safety
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains statements under a
warning symbol. Please pay special atten-
tion to this symbol and follow any instruc- This symbol alerts you to such dangers
tions given. Here is a brief explanation of the
use of the warning symbol. 1 electrical shock. ’
as personal injury burns fire and
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
l Read all instructions before using the l Never allow children to operate, play
refrigerator. with, or crawl inside the refrigerator.
l Child entrapment and suffocation are l Never clean refrigerator parts with
not problems of the past. Junked or flammable fluids. The fumes can create a
abandoned refrigerators are still fire hazard or explosion.
dangerous .. even if they will “just sit in l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
the garage a few days.”
If you are getting rid of your old DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE
refrigerator, do it safely. Please read the OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
enclosed safety booklet from the Asso- LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR
ciation of Home Appliance Manufactur- ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. THE FUMES
ers. Help prevent accidents. CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR
EXPLOSION.
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- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
Help us help you
Please:
l Install and level the refrigerator on a floor
that will hold the weight and in an area
suitable for its size and use.
l Do not install the refrigerator near an oven,
radiator, or other heat source.
l Do not use the refrigerator in an area
where the room temperature will fall below
55°F (13°C).
l Keep the refrigerator out of the weather.
l Connect the refrigerator only to the proper
kind of outlet, with the correct electrical
supply and grounding. (Refer to the
Electrical Requirements and Grounding
Instructions Sheet.)
l Do not load the refrigerator with food
before it has time to get properly cold.
l Use the refrigerator only for the uses
described in this manual.
l Properly maintain the refrigerator.
l Be sure the refrigerator is not used by
anyone unable to operate it properly.

Parts and Features
This section contains captioned illustrations of your appliance. Use them to become familiar
with where all parts and features are located and what they look like. Page references are
included for your convenience.
NOTE: The model you have purchased may have all or some of the parts and features
shown and they may not match the illustration exactly. This manual covers several models.
Ice cube trays
and ice bin -
(P. 13)
Adjustable
half-width
freezer shelf ’
(P. 12)
Freezer shelf’
(P. 13)
Pull-out
freezer floor /
(P. 13)
Model and serial
number label /
(on side wall)
(P.2)
Meat drawer/
(P. 11)
Crisper cover’
(P. 12)
Crispers A
(P. 12)
%/I IIl1/ Control panel
(P. 11)
EZ-TrackTM
refrigerator
.mmII.. shelf
Leveling rollers
(behind base grille) (p. 6) Base grille
(P. 16)
Control panel
REFRIGERATOR EXTERIORMOISTURECONTROL FREEZER
COLDER.
Refrigerator control Freezer control

Before Using Your
Refrigerator
It is important to prepare your refrigerator for use. This section tells you how to clean it,
connect it to a power source, install it, and level it.
Cleaning your refrigerator
Removing packaging materials
NOTE: Do not remove any permanent
Remove tape and any inside labels (except instruction labels inside your refrigerator. Do
the model and serial number label) before not remove the Tech Sheet fastened under
using the refrigerator. the refrigerator at the front.
To remove any remaining tape or label
glue: Cleaning it before use
l Rub briskly with thumb. After removing all packaging materials, clean
your refrigerator before using
OR it, if necessary. See cleaning
l Apply liquid hand-dishwashing detergent to instructions on page 17.
area before removing glue as described ’ u
above. Do not use sharp instruments, rub-
bing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive
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cleaners. These can damage the material.
See “Important Safety Instructions” on
page 3.
Plugging it in
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 Volt/GO Hz (Plug 1) 220/240 Volt/50
Hz (Plug 2), 220 Volt/GO Hz or 220/240 Volt/
50 Hz (Plug 3) AC only 15 or 20 ampere
fused and properly grounded electrical
supply is required. It is recommended that a
separate circuit serving only this appliance
be provided. Use a receptacle which cannot
be turned off with a switch or pull chain. Do
not use an extension cord.
Plug 1 Plug 2
Plug 3

2. If the hinge side of the refrigerator is to
be against a wall, you might want to leave
extra space so the door can be opened
wider.
3. The refrigerator can be flush against the
Installing it properly
1. Allow l/2 inch (1.25 cm) space on each
side and at the top of the refrigerator for
ease of installation.
back wall.
Leveling it
Your refrigerator has 2 front leveling screws
- one on the right and one on the left. To
adjust one or both of these, follow the
directions below.
1. Remove base grille. (See page 15.)
2. To raise front, turn screw clockwise.
3. To lower front, turn screw counterclock-
wise.
4. Check with level.
5. Replace base grille. (See page 15.)

Using Your Refrigerator
To obtain the best possible results from your refrigerator, it is important that you operate it
properly. This section tells you how to set the controls, remove, and adjust the features in
your refrigerator, and how to save energy.
Setting the controls
Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are
in the refrigerator. When you plug in the
refrigerator for the first time:
1. Sk the Refrigerator Control to 4
(Recommended Setting). Refrigerator
Control settings range from 1 (warmest)
to 8 (coldest).
2. Set the Freezer Control to C (Recom-
mended Setting). Freezer Control
settings range from A (coldest) to
D (warmest).
Give the refrigerator time to cool down
completely before adding food. This may
take several hours. The settings indicated
above should be correct for normal, house-
hold refrigerator usage. The controls are set
correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you
like and when ice cream is firm. If you need
to adjust these settings, see “Changing the
control settings” on page 8.
Exterior moisture control
The Exterior Moisture Control operates
electric heaters around the door openings.
These heaters help keep moisture from form-
ing on the outside of the refrigerator cabinet.
l Use the OFF setting when humidity is low.
l Use the ON setting if moisture forms on
the outside of the refrigerator cabinet.

Changing the control settings
If you need to adjust temperatures in the
refrigerator or freezer, use the settings listed
in the chart below as a guide.
l Adjust the Refrigerator Control first.
l Wait at least 24 hours between adjust-
ments.
. Then adjust the Freezer Control if needed.
CONDITION: REASON: RECOMMENDED SEITINGS:
Refrigerator Freezer
Refrigerator l Door opened often
section too warm l Large amount of food added
4 A
l Room temperature too warm
Freezer section l Door opened often
too warm l Large amount of food added
3 C
l Very cold room temperature
(can’t cycle often enough)
Refrigerator l Controls not set correctly for
section too cold
2 B
your conditions
Ice not made
fast enough l Heavy ice usage
l Very cold room temperature
3 C
(can’t cycle often enough)
Both sections l Door opened often
too warm l Large amount of food added
4 B
l Very warm or very cold room
temperatures
Adjusting the door bins
To remove door bins:
1. Lift bin up.
2. Pull bin straight out.
i To replace door bins:
1. Slide bin in above desired support button.
) 2. Push down until it stops.
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Adjusting the cantilever refrigerator shelves
Adjust the shelves to match the way you use
your refrigerator. Glass shelves are strong
enough to hold bottles, milk, and other
heavy food items.
To remove a shelf:
1. Remove items from shelf.
2. Tilt shelf up at front.
3. Lift shelf at back.
4. Pull shelf straight out.
To replace a shelf:
1. Guide the rear shelf hooks into the slots
in the shelf supports on the back liner wall.
2. Tilt front of shelf up until hooks drop into
slots.
3. Lower front of shelf to a level position.
To slide shelf out (on some models):
l Carefully pull front of shelf toward you.
To slide shelf in:
l Push shelf in until it stops.
NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Handle
them carefully.
Adjusting the EZ-TrackTM refrigerator shelf
The EZ-Track shelf slides from side to side
for more flexible storage in your refrigerator.
To slide shelf side to side:
1. Lift slightly on shelf front.
2. Slide to desired location.
3. Lower shelf front to level position.
NOTE: You do not have to remove
small items from the shelf before moving
it side to side. You may need to remove
larger items.
Lift front slightly
then slide to new location.

To remove the shelf:
1. Remove all items from the shelf.
2. Hold back of shelf with one hand.
3. Lift front of shelf to 45” angle.
4. Lower shelf slightly to release shelf from
upper channel of track. Then pull shelf
straight out.
NOTE: Shelf is heavy. Make sure you use
both hands when removing shelf.
Hold with both hands
and lift front to 45” angle.
To remove shelf track:
1. Lift both sides of track slightly.
2. Pull track straight out.
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Hold both sides and
lift up and out.
To replace shelf track:
1. Guide track hooks into the shelf support
slots on the back wall of the cabinet.
NOTE: Make sure both track hooks are in
slots and that the slots are parallel to
each other.
2. Push track backward and down.
3. Check that track is completely seated in
the shelf supports.
Make
sure
both
sets of
hooks
are in
support
slots.
Shelf
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To reinstall shelf:
1. Hold shelf at front and back.
2. Tilt front of shelf up to a 45” angle to
track.
3. Insert both rear shelf slides into upper
channel of track.
4. Lower front of shelf to a level position.
NOTE: Make sure both rear shelf slides are
securely in the track before letting go of
shelf.
Upper channel
slides into
upper channel
of track.
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Using the egg bin
The egg bin has three pieces -the lid, the
egg carrier, and the bin. Use,the egg bin to
hold one, two, or three dozen eggs.
To hold one dozen eggs:
Place a dozen eggs into the egg carrier.
Then place the egg carrier into the bin and
cover with the lid.
To hold two dozen eggs:
Place two dozen eggs loose in the bin and
cover them with the lid. Use the carrier to
transport eggs between the bin and your
cooking area.
To hold three dozen eggs:
Place two dozen eggs loose in the bin.
Invert the lid and place it on the bin. Place a
dozen eggs, in the carton, on top of the lid.
Use the carrier to transport eggs between
the bin and your cooking area.
Removing the meat drawer and cover
To remove the meat drawer:
1. Slide meat drawer out to the stop.
2. Lift front of meat drawer and slide meat
drawer out the rest of the way.
3. Replace in reverse order.
To adjust the cover position:
1. Tilt front of cover up.
2. Lift back of cover.
3. Pull cover straight out.
Pull out to the stop, lift the front, and
To replace the cover:
pull again.
1. Guide the cover’s rear hooks into the
slots in the shelf supports on cabinet wall.
2. Tilt cover up at front until the hooks drop
into slots.
3. Lower front of cover to a level position.

Removing the crispers and crisper cover
To remove the crispers:
1. Slide crisper straight out to the stop.
2. Lift the front and slide out the rest of
Pull out to the
stop, lift the front,
and pull again.
the way.
3. Replace in reverse order.
To remove the cover:
1. Push up the glass insert from the bottom,
then slide out with both hands.
2. Lift front of cover frame.
3. Lift cover frame up and out.
To replace the cover:
1. Fit back of cover frame into notch sup-
ports on back wall of refrigerator, then
lower the front into place.
2. Make sure the front cover metal support
is in the notches in the sides of the liner.
NOTE: If the support is not positioned
properly, the doors may not close all
the way.
3. Slide back of glass insert into place, then
lower front.
Remove the glass
insert. Lift the
cover front, then
the back.
NOTE: Glass insert
is heavy. Handle it
carefully.
Adjusting the half-width freezer shelf
Adjust the shelf according to the space you
need in your freezer. Use the bottom posi-
tion when you don’t need the shelf at all.
To adjust the shelf:
1. Remove items from the shelf.
2. Lift shelf up at front.
3. Pull shelf out to the stop.
4. Lift back of shelf.
5. Pull shelf out the rest of the way.
To replace the shelf:
1. Guide rear of shelf into desired guide.
2. Lift rear of shelf over stop.
3. Slide shelf in all the way.
4. Lower front into place.
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Removing the freezer shelf
To remove the shelf:
1. Lift right side of shelf off supports.
2. Slide shelf out of shelf support holes.
3. Replace in reverse order.
Removing the pull-out freezer floor
The freezer floor pulls out for easier access
to foods in the back of the freezer and for
easier cleaning.
To remove the freezer floor:
1. Pull floor out about 2.5 cm (1 inch) with
one hand at center front.
2. Lift floor up at rear until hooks release
from cabinet.
3. Pull floor out the rest of the way.
To replace the freezer floor:
1. Position back of floor into freezer opening.
2. Slide floor straight in until hooks drop into
place at rear of cabinet.
Using the ice cube trays
If cubes are not used, they may shrink. The
moving cold air starts a slow evaporation. The
longer you store cubes, the smaller they get.
To remove ice:
1. Hold tray at both ends.
2. Twist slightly.

Using the optional automatic ice maker
If your refrigerator has an automatic ice
maker, or if you plan to add one later (con-
tact the dealer for ice maker kit number),
here are a few things you should know.
l The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm.
DOWN to make ice automatically
UP to shut off the ice maker
IMPORTANT: Do not turn ice maker on
until you connect it to the water supply.
l If you remove the ice bin, raise the signal
arm to shut off the ice maker. When you
replace the bin, push it in all the way and
lower the ice maker signal arm to the ON
position.
UP to
stop ice
maker.
DOWN to
start ice
maker.
l Good water quality is important for good
ice quality. Try to avoid connecting the ice
maker to a softened water supply. Water
softener chemicals (such as salt from a
malfunctioning softener) can damage the
ice maker mold and lead to poor ice quality.
If you cannot avoid a softened water
supply, make sure the water softener is
operating properly and is well maintained.
Solving common ice maker problems.
‘PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION
Ice crescents l This is normal. They break apart easily. Shake bin occasionally
attached at corners to keep cubes separated.
Ice maker will not l ON/OFF lever is in the OFF (up) position. Lower level to the ON
operate or ice is not (down) position.
made fast enough l Freezer is not cold enough. Adjust temperature controls and
wait 24 hours. (See “Changing the control settings” on page 8.)
Off-taste or odor in l New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off-flavored
ice ice. Discard the first few batches of ice.
l Cubes are stored too long. Throw them away and make a new
supply.
l Food is not wrapped properly. See page 20.
l Freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned. See page 17.
l Water may contain minerals (such as sulfur). A filter may be
required to remove them.

Removing the base grille
To remove the grille:
1. Open refrigerator door. Condenser
2. Pull base grille forward to release the
support tabs from the metal clips.
3. Do not remove Tech Sheet fastened
behind the grille.
To replace the grille:
1. Line up grille support tabs with metal clips.
2. Push firmly to snap into place.
3. Close refrigerator door.
See cleaning instructions for defrost pan and
condenser coils on page 18.
Defrost pan Base
Changing the light bulbs
Electrical Shock Hazard
Before removing a light bulb or remov-
ing a light shield for cleaning, either
unplug the refrigerator or disconnect
the electricity leading to it at the main
power supply.
Failure to do so could result in electri-
cal shock.
To change the refrigerator light:
1. Disconnect refrigerator from power supply.
2. Reach behind the Control Panel to remove
bulb.
3. Replace with a 60-watt appliance bulb.
4. Reconnect refrigerator to power supply.
To change freezer light:
1. Disconnect refrigerator from power supply.
2. Grasp top and bottom of light shield.
3. Squeeze and pull light shield out.
4. Replace with a 25watt appliance bulb.
5. Snap light shield into place.
6. Reconnect refrigerator to power supply.
NOTE: Not all commercial appliance bulbs
will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace a
oulb with one of the same size and shape.
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Understanding the sounds you may hear
Your new refrigerator may make sounds
Water sounds
that your old one didn’t. Because the sounds
are new to you, you might be concerned When the refrigerator stops running, you
about them. Don’t be. Most of the new may hear gurgling in the tubing for a few
sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the minutes after it stops. You may also hear
floor, walls, and cabinets can make the defrost water running into the defrost
sounds seem louder. The following de- water pan.
scribes the kinds of sounds that might be
new to you, and what may be making them.
Ice maker sounds
l trickling water
Slight hum, soft hiss
You may hear the refrigerator’s fan motor
and moving air.
Clicking or snapping sounds
The thermostat makes a definite click when
the refrigerator stops running. It also makes
a sound when the refrigerator starts. The
defrost timer will click when the defrost
cycle starts.
l thud (clatter of ice)
You may hear buzzing (from the water
valve), trickling water, and the clatter of ice
dumped into the bin.
Running sounds
Your refrigerator has a high-efficiency
compressor and motor. It will run longer
than older designs. It may even seem to run
most of the time.
Saving energy
You can help your refrigerator use less
electricity.
l Check door gaskets for a tight seal. Level
the cabinet to be sure of a good seal.
l Clean the condenser coils regularly.
l Open the door as few times as possible.
Think about what you need before you
open the door. Get everything out at one
1 time. Keep food organized so you won’t have to search for what you want. Close
door as soon as food is removed.
l Go ahead and fill up the refrigerator, but
don’t overcrowd it so air movement is
blocked.
l It is a waste of electricity to set the refrig-
erator and freezer to temperatures colder
than they need to be. If ice cream is firm in
the freezer and drinks are as cold as your
family likes them, that’s cold enough.
l Make sure your refrigerator is not next to a
heat source such as a range, water heater,
furnace, radiator, or in direct sunlight.
1Reversing the door swing
1 The doors on your refrigerator are revers-
1 ible. If you need to reverse the door swing,
/ refer to the instruction sheet included with
/ your refrigerator.
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Caring for Your Refrigerator
Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a
few things you can do to help extend its product life. This section tells you how to clean your
refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation, moving, or during a power Outage.
Cleaning your refrigerator
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections
liiiil
defrost automatically. How-
ever, clean both about once a
month to help prevent odors Personal Injury Hazard
n from building up. Wipe up spills Refrigeration system tubes are near the
right away. defrost pan and can become hot. Re-
To clean your refrigerator, unplug it, take out move and install defrost pan carefully.
all removable parts, and clean the refrigerator Failure to do so could result in personal
according to the following directions. injury.
PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN
Removable Sponge or cloth with mild l Hand wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
parts (shelves, detergent and warm water
crisper, etc.)
Outside Sponge, cloth, or paper l Wash outside of cabinet. Do not use
towel with mild detergent, abrasive or harsh cleaners.
warm water, and a good l Wipe and dry thoroughly.
appliance wax (or good
auto paste wax) l Wax painted metal surfaces at least
twice a year. Apply wax with a clean,
soft cloth. Waxing painted metal
surfaces provides rust protection.
Do not wax plastic parts.
Inside walls Sponge, soft cloth, or l Wash with mixture of warm water and:
(allow freezer to paper towel with baking - mild detergent, or
warm up so cloth soda or mild detergent
won’t stick) and warm water - baking soda (2 tbs to 1qt [26 g to
.95 L] of water).
l Wipe and dry thoroughly.
Door liners Sponge, soft cloth, or paper l Wash, wipe, and dry thoroughly.
and gaskets towel with mild detergent DO NOT USE cleaning waxes,
and warm water concentrated detergents, bleaches,
or cleaners containing petroleum on
plastic parts.
Plastic parts Soft, clean sponge or soft, l Wash, wipe, and dry thoroughly.
(covers and clean cloth with mild deter-
panels) gent and warm water DO NOT USE paper towels, window
sprays, scouring cleansers, or flam-
mable fluids. These can scratch or
damage material. See “Important
Safety Instructions” on page 3.

PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN
Defrost pan Sponge or cloth with mild l Remove base grille. (See page 15.)
(behind detergent and warm water l Reach into small opening at right edge
refrigerator and remove the defrost pan.
on top of motor) l Wash, rinse, and dry thoroughly.
l Replace defrost pan. Make sure to
push it completely into the opening.
l Replace base grille.
Condenser Vacuum cleaner with l Remove base grille.
coils extended narrow l Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty.
attachment Coils may need to be cleaned as often
as every other month.
l Replace base grille.
Holiday and moving care
Short holidays
No need to shut off the refrigerator if you will
be away for less than four weeks.
1. Use up any perishables.
2. Freeze other items.
3. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice
maker:
l Raise signal arm to OFF (up) position.
l Shut off water supply to the ice maker.
Long holidays
If you will be gone a month or more:
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. If your refrigerator has an automatic
ice maker:
l Turn off the water supply to the ice
maker at least one day ahead of time.
l When the last load of ice drops, turn
off the ice maker. Make sure all ice is
dispensed out of the ice maker mecha-
nism.
3. Unplug the refrigerator.
4. Clean it, wipe well, and dry.
5. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of
both doors to prop them open far enough
for air to get in. This stops odor and mold
from building up.
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Personal Injury Hazard
Do not allow children to climb on, play
near, or climb inside the refrigerator wher
the doors are blocked open.
They may become injured or trapped.
To restart refrigerator, see “Using Your
Refrigerator” on page 7.
Moving
When you are moving the refrigerator to a
new home:
1. If your refrigerator has an automatic
ice maker:
l Turn off the water supply to the ice
maker at least one day ahead of time.
l Disconnect the water line.
l After the last load of ice drops, lift the
signal arm to the OFF (up) position.
2. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
3. Pack all frozen food in dry ice.
4. Unplug the refrigerator.
5. Clean it thoroughly. Wipe well and dry.
6. Take out all removable parts, wrap them
well, and tape them together so they don’t
shift and rattle.
7. Screw in the leveling rollers.
8. Tape the doors shut and tape the power
supply cord to the cabinet.
When you get to your new home, put every-
thing back and refer to page 5. Also, remem-
ber to reconnect the water supply line.

pany. Ask how long power will be off.
Power interruptions
If electricity goes off, call the power com- OR
(c) If neither a food locker or dry ice is
available, use or can perishable
food at once.
1.
2.
If service will be interrupted 24 hours or
less, keep both doors closed. This
helps foods stay frozen.
If service will be interrupted longer than
24 hours:
3.
(a) Remove all frozen food and store in a
frozen food locker.
OR
(b) Place 900 g of dry ice in freezer for
every cubic liter (2 Ibs. for every cubic
foot) of freezer space. This will keep
food frozen for 2 to 4 days. Wear
gloves to protect your hands from dry
ice burns.
A full freezer stays cold longer than a
partly filled one. A freezer full of meat
stays cold longer than a freezer full of
baked goods. If food contains ice crystals,
it may be safely refrozen, although the
quality and flavor may be affected. If the
condition of the food is poor, or if you feel
it is unsafe, dispose of it.