Whirlpool Side by side Refrigerator/Freezer User manual

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Use&Care
A Note to You ............2
Refrigerator Safety ....3
Parts and Features ...4
Installing Your
Refrigerator ...............7
Using Your
Refrigerator ............. 14
Caring for Your
Refrigerator .............29
Food Storage
Guide ......................32
Troubleshooting
Guide ......................34
Requesting
Assistance
or Service ................41
Index .......................43
Warranties ...............44
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ANomoYou
ThankyouforbuyingaWHIRLPOOL*appliance.
Because your life is getting busier and more compli-
cated, WHIRLPOOL refrigerators are easy to use, save
time, and help you manage your home better. To
ensure that you enjoy years of trouble-free operation,
we developed this Use and Care Guide. It is full of
valuable information about how to operate and
maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please
read it carefully.
Also, please complete and mail the Product
Registration Card provided with your appliance.
The card helps us notify you about any new
information for your appliance.
Recordyourmodel’sinformation
Write down the following information about your refrigerator to better help you obtain assistance or service if
you ever need it. You will need to know your complete model number and serial number. You can find this
information on the model and serial number plate.
Dealer name Model number
Address Serial number
Purchase date
Phone number
(See “Parts and Features” on pages 4-6 for model and serial number label location.)
Keepthisbookandyoursalessliptopetherforfuturereference.
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Yoursafetyisimportantto us.
This guide contains safety statements under a warning
symbol. This symbol alerts you to such
dangers as fire, electrical shock, burns,
and personal injury. Please pay special
attention to this symbol and follow any
instructions given.
IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
duce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using
your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions:
0 Read all instructions before using the refrigerator. 0 Never allow children to operate, play with, or crawl
0 Child entrapment and suffocation are not inside the refrigerator.
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
l Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids.
refrigerators are still dangerous ... even if they The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
will “just sit in the garage a few days.” 0 FOR YOUR SAFETY.
If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, do
it safely. Please read the enclosed safety booklet DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER
from the Association of Home Appliance Manu- FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE
facturers. Help prevent accidents. VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.
THE FUMES CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR
EXPLOSION.
-SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS-
Helpushelpyou
Please:
0 Install and level the refrigerator on a floor that will
hold the weight and in an area suitable for its size
and use.
0 Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator,
or other heat source.
0 Do not use the refrigerator in an area where the
temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).
0 Keep the refrigerator out of the weather.
0 Connect the refrigerator only to the proper kind of
outlet, with the correct electrical supply and ground-
ing. (See “Electrical Requirements” on page 8 or
refer to the Electrical Requirements and Grounding
Instructions Sheet in your Literature Package.)
0 Do not load the refrigerator with food before it has
time to get properly cool. (See “Setting the controls”
on page 14.)
0 Use the refrigerator only for the uses described in
this manual.
0 Properly maintain the refrigerator.
0 Be sure the refrigerator is not used by anyone unable
to operate it properly.
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hKl5ANDkATURES
This section contains illustrations of your refrigerator. Use them to become familiar with the
location of all the parts and features. Page references are included for your convenience.
NOTE: This manual covers several different models. The model you have purchased may have all or
some of the parts and features shown here, and they may not match the illustration exactly.
Quick freeze Control panel
compartment (p. 14) \ I
Light
(P. 26)
Door bin \ \ \
n- -B- I
(P. 16) \ lb
Automatic
ice maker -
(P. 24)
Model and serial
I number label
(on side wall)
(P. 2)
Ice bin -
(P. 25)
Door trim 0
(P. 16)
Freezer light
(P. 27)
Adjustable
freezer shelf
(P. 21)
Snack bin /
(P. 21)
Freezer bask
(P. 21)
Meat drawer
temperature
(on side wall)
(P. 19)
Leveling rollers
(behind base grille)
(P. 9)
\
Base grill
(P. 30)
Utility
\ compartment
Adjustable
SPILLGUARD’
-shelves (P. 17)
U-TRACK*
refrigerator shelf
(on some models)
. Crisper light
(P. 26)
\ Crisper cover
\ (P. 20)
Door bins
\ (P. 16)
Crisper
(P. 20)
\ Meat drawer
(P. 17)
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NOTE: This manual covers several different models. The model you have purchased may have all or some
of the parts and features shown here, and they may not match the illustration exactly.
Snap-on
door trivet
(P. 15)
Automatic
ice maker
(P. 24)
Ice bin
(P. 27)
Removable
freezer shelves+
THIRSTCRUSHER’
(Pa22)
Slide-out
freezer basket+
(P. 21)
Leveling rollers H
(behind base grille)
(P. 9)
t Number varies with model
Control panel Model and serial
Adjustable
SPILLGUARD*
Base grille
(P. 30)
(on side wall)
(P. 19)

NOTE: This manual covers several different models. The model you have purchased may have all or
some of the parts and features shown here, and they may not match the illustration exactly.
Snap-on
door trivet,
Control panel
(Pa14) \
Light
(P. 26)
Automatic ice
Removable
freezer shelves+
THIRSTCRUSHER*
Slide-out
freezer basket+ 4
(P. 21)
Leveling rollers II
-
(behind base grille)
(P. 9) \
Base grille
(P. 30)
+Number varies with model
bdel and serial
number label
(on side wall)
(P. 2)
/ Eggbin
I/ Snack bin
(PO21)
Adjustable
SPILLGUARD*
I glass shelves
(Pa17)
/ Door bins
(P. 16)
- Crisper light
(P. 26)
Crisper
(Pa20)
- Meat drawer
(P. 17)
Meat drawer
temperature
. control
(on side wall)
(P. 19)
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INSTALLINGYOURREFRIGERATOR
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.
UNPACKINGYOURREFRIGERATOR
Removingpackagingmaterials
Remove tape and any labels from your refrigerator
before using (except the model and serial
number label).
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the
area briskly with your thumb. Do not use sharp
instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or
abrasive cleaners. These products can damage the
surface of your refrigerator. For more information,
see “Important Safety Instructions” on page 3.
NOTE: Do not remove any permanent instruction
labels inside your refrigerator, or the Tech Sheet
that is fastened under the front.
Cleaninpbeforeuse
After you remove all of the packaging materials,
clean your refrigerator before using it if
needed. See the cleaning instructions
on page 29 for more information.
SPACEREQUIREMENTS
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator,
allow for a M-inch (1.25 cm) space on each side
and at the top. For models that have ice and water
dispensers, make sure you leave some extra space
at the back to allow for the water line connections.
X-inch
minimum at
i
top and sides
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EII~ICAL REOUIREMEWS
Fire Hazard
Do not use an extension cord.
Doing so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
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w
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded three prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Failure to follow these instructions can
cause death, fire, or electrical shock.
‘efore you move your refrigerator into its final
bcation, it is important to make sure you have the
roper electrical connection.
3-prong grounding
type wall receptacle
lecommended Grounding Method
,I1 5 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused,
rounded electrical supply is required. It is recom-
iended that a separate circuit serving only your
:frigerator be provided. Use an outlet that cannot
e turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension
ord. Refer to the Electrical Requirements and
irounding Instructions Sheet in your Literature
‘ackage for more details.
IOTE: Before performing any type of installation,
leaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the
lefrigerator Control to OFF and then disconnect
ie refrigerator from the electrical source. When
ou are finished, connect the refrigerator to the
lectrical source and reset the Refrigerator Control
3the desired setting.
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Move the refrigerator into its final position. Use a
level and check that the refrigerator is level.
NOTE: If your refrigerator has an automatic ice
maker, do this before attaching the ice maker to a
water supply. If you move the refrigerator after the
water line has been hooked up you may loosen or
disconnect the fittings.
Your refrigerator has two leveling screws, one on
each side.
To level your refrigerator:
1. Check to see if the rear of the refrigerator is
level. Shimming may be necessary if your
refrigerator is placed on an uneven surface.
2. Adjust the front of the refrigerator by removing
the base grille (see page 30).
3. Turn the leveling screw clockwise on the side
that you want to raise. If you want to lower that
side, turn the screw counterclockwise.
4. Make sure that the doors are even. If the freezer
door is lower than the fresh food door, turn the
leveling screw on the freezer side clockwise. If
the fresh food door is lower, turn the leveling
screw on that side clockwise.
5. Replace the base grille.
6. If you are not hooking up an ice maker, connect
the refrigerator to the electrical supply after
leveling, and then see page 14.
roller
\’
Right to raise;
left to lower
Use a screw-
driver to adjust
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A~ACHINC MEICEMAKERTOAWAIFRSUPPLY
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Readalldirectionscarefullybeforeyoubegin.
Electrical Shock Hazard
NOTE: Your appliance dealer has a kit available
with a X-inch saddle type shut-off valve, a union,
and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure
a saddle type valve complies with your local plumb-
ing codes. Do not use a piercing type or %-inch
saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs
more easily.
Unplug the refrigerator before installing
ice maker.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
coldwatersupply
The ice maker water valve contains a flow washer
which is used as a water pressure regulator. The
ice maker needs to be connected to a cold water
line with water pressure limitations of 20-l 20 psi. If
a problem occurs, call your utility company.
IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT:
0 Use copper tubing only and check for leaks. 0 It may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to
begin producing ice.
0 Install ice maker tubing in areas where
temperatures are above freezing.
Toolsrequired:
0 Standard screwdriver
0 %-inch and M-inch open-end wrenches or
two adjustable wrenches
0 X-inch nut driver
0 Winch drill bit
0 Hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded)
0 If operating the refrigerator before installing the
water connection, turn ice maker to the OFF
position to prevent operation without water.
0 All installations must be in accordance with local
plumbing code requirements.
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ATTACHING THEICEMAKERTOAWAIERSUPPLY (CONT.)
Connectingto waterline
1. Find a X-inch to 1X-inch vertical COLD water
pipe near the refrigerator. Vertical cold
NOTE: Horizontal pipe will work, but the follow- %-inch O.D.
ing precaution must be taken: Drill on the top copper tubing
side of the pipe, not the bottom. This will help
keep water away from the drill. This also keeps n
normal sediment from collecting in the valve.
2. Measure from connection on rear of refrigerator
to water pipe. Add 7 feet (2.1 m) to allow for
moving refrigerator for cleaning. This is the
length of %-inch O.D. copper tubing you will
need for the job (length from connection to
water pipe PLUS 7 feet [2.1 ml). Be sure both
ends of copper tubing are cut square.
3. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest
faucet long enough to clear line of water. sion sleeve nut
4. Using a grounded drill, drill a X-inch hole on the TO REFRIGERATOR +
cold water pipe you have selected. +Controls water supply
5. Fasten shut-off valve to cold water pipe with pipe
clamp. Be sure outlet end is solidly in the %-inch
drilled hole in the water pipe and that washer is
under the pipe clamp. Tighten 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,
especially if soft (coiled) copper tubing is used.
Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing.
6. Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on
copper tubing as shown in diagram. Insert end of
tubing into outlet end squarely as far as it will go.
Screw compression nut onto outlet end with
adjustable wrench. Do not over-tighten. Turn ON
main water supply and flush out tubing until water
is clear. Turn OFF shut-off valve on the water
pipe. Coil copper tubing.
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ATTACHING THEICEMAKERTOAWATERSUPPLY (CONT.)
Connectingto refrigerator
NOTE: The first step for connecting the water line
to your refrigerator is different depending on the type
of water valve provided with your refrigerator. See the
diagrams at right and on page 13 to determine the
style of valve you have. (On kit models, assemble
water valve to refrigerator per kit instructions.)
1. For style #l, disconnect the tube clamp on the Style #l valve
back of the product and insert the copper tubing
through the clamp, as shown at the right. Re-
move the tape label from the valve inlet and
insert copper tubing until it bottoms out (approxi-
mately %-inch). Tighten nut by hand as much as
possible; then turn the nut an additional l/2turn
using a wrench. Do not over-tighten. Re-attach
the tube clamp and tube to the back of the
cabinet. Skip to step 2.
Water inlet
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ATTACHING THEICEMAKERTOAWAIERSUPPLY (CONT.)
For style #2, disconnect the tube clamp on the
back of the product and insert copper tubing
through the clamp as shown at the right. Attach
the copper tube to the valve inlet using a
compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten
the compression nut. Do not overtighten.
Reattach the tube clamp and tube to the back
of the cabinet. Move to step 2.
2. Turn shut-off valve ON. CHECK FOR LEAKS.
TIGHTEN ANY CONNECTIONS (INCLUDING
CONNECTIONS AT THE VALVE) OR NUTS
THAT LEAK.
Style #2
3. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water
strainer. If local water conditions require peri-
odic cleaning or a well is your source of water
supply, a second water strainer should be
installed in the X-inch water line. Obtain a water
strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.
Install at either tube connection.
4. After installation, connect the refrigerator to the
electrical supply and push it back into place.
5. Check to make sure the refrigerator is level.
(See “Leveling” on page 9.)
lalve
Use only
%-inch
copper tubing
\ from cold
\
water line
Tube clamp
X-inch com-
pression
\ nut and sleeve
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USING YOURREFRIGERATOR
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.
%lTINCMEC0NlR0l.S
When you first install your refrigerator, set the IMPORTANT: If you add food before the refrigerator
Refrigerator Control at 3 and the Freezer Control has cooled completely, your food may spoil. Turning
at B. Give your refrigerator time to cool down the Refrigerator and Freezer controls to a higher than
completely before adding food. It is best to wait recommended setting will not cool the compart-
24 hours before adding food. ments any faster.
Howthecontrolswork
There are two controls in your refrigerator The Freezer Control functions as an airflow director.
compartment. Knowing how each works will help Setting “A” will direct
you set the controls properly for your own house- FREEZER more of the cold air into
hold conditions. the fresh food section,
The Refrigerator Control functions as the thermostat while setting “C” will
REFRIGERATOR for the entire product direct more of the cold
(fresh food and freezer air into the freezer
sections). The higher the - section. The cold air
number setting, the travels from the freezer
longer the compressor compartment through
will run to keep the the top vent, into your
temperature colder. fresh food section
NOTE: Your product (see the diagram “Ensuring Proper Air Circulation”
will not cool when the on page 15).
Refrigerator Control is
set to OFF.
Hold your hand in front of the top vent (see
the diagram “Ensuring Proper Air Circulation” on
page 15) and adjust the Freezer Control to feel
the difference in airflow.
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To ensure proper temperatures, you need to permit
airflow between the two sections. As shown in the
illustration, cold air enters the bottom of the freezer
section (A) and moves up. It then enters the fresh
food section through the top vent (B). Air returns to
the freezer through the vent at (D).
Do not block any of these vents with food
such as soda, cereal, bread, etc. If the vents
are blocked, air flow will be prevented and the
temperature controls will not function properly.
To adjust the air control vent C, see “Adjusting the
Meat Drawer Temperature” on page 19.
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.
ENSURING PROPERAIRCIRCULATION
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The door trivets may be removed for easier clean- To replace the trivet, line up the ends of the trivet
REMOVINGTHESNAP=ONDOORTRIVET (ONSOMEMODELS)
ing. To remove the
trivet, first remove all
items from the shelf.
Then push in slightly
and pull out on each
side of the inside tab
and lift the trivet
straight out.
with the buttons on the
sides of the door liner.
Push the trivet straight
back until it snaps
into place.
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REMOVINGMEDOORTRIM (DISPENSERAREA)(ONSOMEMODELS)
The trim above the dispenser area may be easily To replace the trim, line up each end of the trim
removed for convenient above the trim pocket
cleaning. To remove opening in the door liner
the trim piece, first wall. Then push the trim
remove all items from straight down on both
the shelf. Then simply sides until it stops.
pull straight up on each
end of the trim piece.
ADJUSTING THEDOORBINS
The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and
adjusting. To remove
the bin, simply lift the
bin up and pull straight
out. To replace the
bin, slide it in above the
desired support button
and push down until
it stops.
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~DIUS~NCMESPIUCUARD*REFRIGERATORSHELVES
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to
match the way you use them. Glass shelves are
strong enough to hold bottles, milk, and other heavy
food items.
To remove a shelf, first remove all items from the
shelf. Then tilt up the front of the shelf and lift it at
the back. Pull the shelf straight out.
To replace a shelf, guide the rear shelf hooks into
the slots of the shelf supports on the back liner of
the refrigerator. Tilt the front of the shelf up until the
rear hooks drop into the slots and then lower the
front of the shelf into position.
To slide shelf out:
l Carefully pull front of shelf toward you.
To slide shelf in:
l Push shelf in until it stops.
To remove the cover:
0 Remove the meat drawer and the crisper.
0 Lift the front of the cover off of the supports and
remove it by pulling up and out.
To remove the meat drawer:
l Slide the meat drawer straight out to the stop.
l Lift the front slightly and slide it out the rest of
the way.
0 Replace in the reverse order.
REMOVINGTHEMEATDRAWERANDCOVER
To replace the cover:
0 Fit the back of the cover into the notch
supports on the walls of the refrigerator and
lower it into place.
0 Replace the meat drawer and crisper.

ADIUSTING THE EZ=TRACK*REFRIGERATORSHELF (ONSOMEMODELS)
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The EZ-TRACK shelf slides from side to side for
more flexible storage in your refrigerator.
To slide the shelf from side to side, lift up on the
front of the shelf and slide to the desired location.
Then lower the shelf to the level position.
NOTE: You do not have to remove small items
from the shelf before moving it from side to side.
You may need to remove larger items.
To remove the shelf, take all items off of the shelf
and hold the back of the shelf with one hand. Lift
the front of the shelf with the other hand to a 45”
angle and lower it slightly to release it from the
track. Then pull the shelf straight out.
NOTE: The shelf is heavy and must be removed
using both hands.
To remove the shelf track, lift both sides of the
track slightly and pull straight out.
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To replace the shelf track, guide the track hooks
into the shelf support slots on the back wall.
NOTE: Make sure that both sets of track hooks
are in the slots and that the slots are parallel with
each other.
Then push the track back and down securely into
the shelf supports.
To reinstall the shelf, hold the shelf at the front
and tip the front at a 45” angle to the track. Insert
both of the rear shelf slides into the upper channel
of the track and lower the front into place.
NOTE: Make sure that both of the rear shelf
slides are securely in the track before letting go
of the shelf.
ADJUSTING MEU-TRACK*REFRIGERATORSHELF (CONT.)
ADIUSIINC MEMEATDRAWERTEMPERATURE
The meat drawer is cooled from cold air that flows To adjust the temperature, slide the control from
in from the freezer side to side to let more or less cold air into the meat
compartment through drawer. Set the control toward Cold for a slightly
a vent in the wall of cooler temperature, or toward Colder for a much
the refrigerator (See cooler temperature.
“Ensuring Proper Air
Circulation” vent C on NOTE: Putting the control on the coldest setting
page 15.) This helps to may cause freezing or ice crystals, depending on
keep the meat drawer the items you have in the meat drawer.
colder than the rest of
the refrigerator for
. better storage of meats.
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ihlOVlNCMECRISPERANDCRISPERCOVER
The crisper and its cover are designed for easy
removal and cleaning.
To remove the crisper, slide it straight out to the
stop and lift the front. Then slide it out the rest of
the way.
Replace the crisper in the reverse order.
To remove the cover, hold it firmly with both
hands, lift the front out of the supports and pull it
up and out.
To replace the cover, fit the back of the cover into
the notch supports on the walls of the refrigerator
and lower the front into place.
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