Whirlpool WH40S1E User manual

WH40S1E
Model No.:
To ensure proper use of this appliance and for your safety, please read
the following instructions completely before operating this appliance.
by Galanz-Zhongshan Galanz Consumer Electric Appliances Co., Ltd.,
China. Limited warranty provided by manufacturer.
/™ ©2023 Whirlpool. All rights reserved. Manufactured under license
®
CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER
In the U.S. 1-855-666-4477
KEEP THIS GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
Warrantor: Zhongshan Galanz Consumer
Electric Appliances Co., Ltd, Guangdong 528429
Use and Care Guide
W11659938B

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed to reduce the risk of explosion, fire, electrical shock, and/or
injury to persons, including the following:
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
1. This appliance must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet
See Important Grounding Instructions on page 2.
2. Install or locate this refrigerator only in accordance with the provided
Installation Instructions.
3. To protect against electric shock, do not place cord, plug, or refrigerator
in water or other liquid.
4. The refrigerant of this product is R600a, which is flammable. Make sure
not to damage the cooling system during the transportation and
5. Please note that servicing shall be done by factory authorized service
personnel, so as to minimize the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect
parts or improper service.
installation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual
appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.and on your
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill
and others.or hurt you
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol
These words mean:
word DANGER” or “WARNING.”and either the “
You can be killed or seriously injured if you
immediately follow instructions.don’t
You can be killed or seriously injured if you
follow instructions.don’t
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell
you how to the chance of injury, and tell you what canreduce
are not followed.happen if the instructions
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DANGER
WARNING
Disposal of the refrigerator
Limited warranty
Replacement of interior light
Grounding instructions
Location requirements
Power failure

Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if the
doubt exists as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
grounding instructions are not completely understood or if
All refrigeration products contain refrigerants, which under federal law
must be removed prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an
old refrigeration product, check with a qualified disposal company for
instructions.
This appliance must be grounded due to the event of an electrical short circuit.
This appliance is equipped with a grounded wire and a grounded plug.
Refrigerator must be plugged into a properly installed grounded 3 prong outlet.
1. Take off the doors.
2. Leave the shelf racks in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
Before you throw away your old refrigerator:
1. It is recommended not to install the refrigerator near an oven,
or other heat source.radiator,
Do not install in a location where the temperature will fall below 55 °F (13 °C).2.
For best performance, do not install the refrigerator behind a cabinet door.
6. Do not put the unit in a place where it is subjected to sunlight.
7. Do not put the unit in a place where the ambient temperature is more than
.90 °F (32 °C)
DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR
4. Leave a minimum of ½" (1.27 cm) between each side of the appliance
the wall. The top and back of the appliance should have a minimumand
2" (5 cm) clearance. This allows for proper air circulation. This appliance
is intended to be free-standing and should not be built-in or placed in a
recessed area.
The refrigerator should be located on a firm, flat surface that is strong3.
enough to support the refrigerator when it is fully loaded.
5. The refrigerator legs must be adjusted during installation in order to
function properly. The leveling legs on the front corners can be adjusted
by turning clockwise to raise the appliance, and counter-clockwise to
lower it. Be sure to have the appliance sloped slightly backward to ensure
that the door closes tightly.
Suffocation Hazard
Remove door from your old refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
WARNING

1
2
3
4
5
7
Freezer compartment
Temperature control dial
Removable glass shelf
Crisper glass cover
Vegetable crisper
Rod
6
Lamp switch
1
2
3
4
5
7
6
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Turn the knob to number "4" for normal use.•
Turn the knob to number "5-7", when cooler temperature needed.•
Turn the knob to number "1-3", when warmer temperature needed.•
3. Use the control dial to control the temperature of the refrigerator
manually. As shown in Figure, the numbers shown on the dial
do not represent the temperature, instead the larger the number
is, the cooler the interior temperature will be. To stop the cooling,
turn the dial to "0". Do not switch off the power.
Before using the refrigerator for the first time, remove all of the packing
materials, including the foam base and adhesive tape holding accessories in place.
2. Plug the refrigerator into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
(See “Grounding instructions”).
1. Allow the refrigerator to stand upright for 4 hours before using.
PARTS AND FEATURES
6. It is recommended to not open the door frequently to minimize the power
consumption.
4. Food should be kept in sealed containers to prevent odors or drying.
5. Hot food should be cooled down before placing into the appliance to
prevent increase in interior temperature and power consumption.
Placing food inside too soon will impact the performance
Risk of fire or explosion due to puncture of refrigerant
tubing. Follow handling instructions carefully.
Flammable refrigerant used.
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
WARNING
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Electrical Shock Hazard
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
WARNING

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SPECIFICATIONS
76
WH40S1E
I
4.0
120
60
0.93
Sound (dB)
Capacity (cu.ft)
Voltage (V)
Frequency (Hz)
Current (A)
Electric shock protection type
Model
<5
R600a/0.99oz
68.34
32~46.4
19.13
21.61
42.78
Dimension (Inches)
Interior temperature (°F)
Refrigerant
Net weight (lbs)
Refrigerator interior temperature (°F)
Width
Depth
Height
• Clean the interior of the appliance with a mixture of warm water and baking
soda, use about 1-2 tablespoons per quart of water.
• Use a sponge or soft cloth and make sure to wipe excess moisture out before
cleaning around the controls.
• Rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry with a clean soft cloth.
the gasket frequently with the method as described above for exterior cleaning.
Clean the exterior surface with warm water and mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly
and dry with a clean, soft cloth.
1/4" (0.64 cm).
the
The door gasket must be kept clean to ensure a proper seal. Make sure to clean
Explosion Hazard
Risk of Fire or Explosion.
Flammable Refrigerator Used.
Do Not Use Mechanical Devices to Defrost Refrigerator.
Do Not Puncture Refrigerant Tubing.
WARNING

,
it’s recommended
When a power failure occurs, the refrigerator can normally keep food cool for
several hours. Do not put additional food into the appliance during a power
failure, and avoid opening the door. Disconnect the plug from the outlet, and
reconnect when the power has been restored. Always inspect for, and discard
in the refrigerator or freezer before resuming useany spoiled or thawed food
of the appliance.
Reset the refrigerator temperature, see "Operating instructions" on page 4.
IMPORTANT: Do not use sharp or pointed objects to remove frost or ice from the
surfaces of the freezer compartment. This can cause damage to the compartment
walls and cooling coils, and will void the warranty.
Turn the refrigerator off and unplug it from the outlet.
,
Risk of fire or explosion due to puncture of refrigerant
tubing. Follow handling instructions carefully.
Flammable refrigerant used.
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
WARNING
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before cleaning.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
WARNING

1110
Top Hinge Cover
1
Top Hinge Screws
2
Top Hinge
3
Middle Hinge
8
Freezer Door
4
Refrigerator Door Plug
9
Cabinet Plugs
5
Middle Hinge Screws
10
Refrigerator Door
6
Leveling Legs
11
Middle Plug
7
Bottom Hinge Screws
12
Bottom Hinge
13
NOTE:
Uninstall the cover and replace the light with a screwing light (120 V / 10 W).
Refer to the illustrations and instructions below:
1. Move the lamp cover 1.2" - 2" (3.05 - 5.08 cm) according to arrow point direction.
2. Take out the lamp cover.
3. Rotate and take out the bulb in counterclockwise direction.
4. Replace bulb and reinstall lamp cover.
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9
8
10
1
2
3
5
7
11
12
13
4
Remove Freezer door.
Remove middle hinge screws and middle hinge.

Check to ensure that
nothing insidethe
refrigerator is causing the
door to not close
the
Electrical Shock Hazard
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
WARNING
Consult with a qualified
electrician
Check to make sure that
nothing inside the
Refrigerator is causing the
door to not close

For parts replacement
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you only use factory
specified replacement parts. Factory specified replacement parts will fit and work
correctly. because they are made with the same precision used to build every
new refrigerator.
Assistance
Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting”. It may save
you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below.
When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial
number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your
request.
To locate factory specified replacement parts in the area, call us or the nearest
designated service center.
In the U.S.A.
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If you have a claim under this warranty, please call our CUSTOMER SERVICE
NUMBER: . For faster service please have model number and1-855-666-4477
serial number ready for operator to assist you.
We exclude all claims for special, incidental, and consequential damages caused
by breach of express or implied warranty. All liability is limited to the amount
of the purchase price. Every implied warranty, including any statutory
warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, is
disclaimed except to the extent prohibited by law, in which case such
warranty is limited to the duration of this written warranty. This
warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other legal rights that
vary depending on where you live. Some states do not allow limitations on
implied warranties or special, incidental, or consequential damages, so the
foregoing limitations may not apply to you.
Limited Warranty
This warranty applies to products purchased and used in the U.S. This is the
only express warranty for this product and is in lieu of any other warranty.
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship
for a period of one year from the date of original purchase or date of delivery,
whichever is later, except as noted below. During this period, we will repair or
replace this product at our option.
This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does not
cover a defect resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect including failure to clean
product regularly in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, use for
commercial purposes, or any use not in conformity with the printed directions.
This warranty is provided by Galanz-Zhongshan Galanz Consumer Electric
Appliances Co.,Ltd.