Whirlpool WHR43S1E User manual

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 528428
Model No.:
WHR43S1E/ WH43S1E
Use and Care Guide
To ensure proper use of this appliance and for your safety, please read
the following instructions completely before operating this appliance.
by nz-Zhongshan Galanz Consumer Electric Appliances Co., Ltd., Gala
Guangdong, China. Limited warranty provided by manufacturer.
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/™ ©2023 Whirlpool. All rights reserved. Manufactured under license
W11662557A

Disposal of the refrigerator
Limited warranty
Replacement of interior light
Grounding instructions
Location requirements
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 can reduce
are not followed.happen if the instructions
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DANGER
WARNING
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Power failure

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.
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:
DISPOSAL OF THE REFRIGERATOR
Failure to follow these instructions can result
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.
in death, fire, or electrical shock.
Suffocation Hazard
Remove door from your old refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.
WARNING
WARNING
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).
4. Leave a minimum of 1/2" (1.27 cm) between each side of the appliance
and the wall. The top and back of the appliance should have a minimum
2" (5.08 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.
3. The refrigerator should be located on a firm, flat surface that is strong
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 c can be adjusted orners
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.
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
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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
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.

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Freezer compartment
Temperature control dial
Removable glass shelf
Lamp switch
Can dispenser
Tall bottle storage
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WHR43S1E/ WH43S1E
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.
Failure to follow these instructions can result
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.
in death, fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
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
PARTS AND FEATURES
6. It is recommended not to open the door frequently to minimize the power
consumption.
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.
4. Food should be kept in sealed containers to prevent odors or drying.
2. Plug refrigerator into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
(See “Grounding instructions”).
1. Allow refrigerator to stand upright for 4 hours before using.
3. Use the control dial to control the temperature of the
refrigerator manually. As shown in Figure, The numbers
shown on the dial does not represent the temperature,
instead the larger number is, cooler the interior temperature.
To stop the cooling, turn the dial to "0". Do not switch off
the power.
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.•

SPECIFICATIONS
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120
60
0.8
32~46.4
<42
Sound (dB)
Interior temperature (°F)
Capacity (cu.ft)
Voltage (V)
Frequency (Hz)
Current (A)
Electric shock protection type
Refrigerant
Net weight (lbs)
Energy consumption (kWh/24 h)
Model
Dimension (Inches)
Width
Depth
Height
WHR43S1E/ WH43S1E
4.3
R600a/0.96oz
51.8
19.92
22.00
32.91
0.62
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• 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
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.
WARNING

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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
any spoiled or thawed food in the refrigerator or freezer before resuming use
of the appliance.
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
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.
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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
Reset the refrigerator temperature, see "Operating instructions" on page 4.
Turn the refrigerator off and unplug it from the outlet.
45° as possible

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Top hinge cover
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Top hinge screw
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Top hinge
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Bottom hinge screws
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Cabinet plugs
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Leveling legs
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1. Remove top hinge cover and 3 top hinge screws which are below it. Then
remove top hinge.
2. Remove 1 cabinet plug.
3. Remove the door.
4. Remove right and left leveling legs.
5. Remove the bottom hinge and 3 bottom hinge screws.
6. Install the bottom hinge on the other side of the leveling legs with
3 bottom hinge screws.
7. Install right and left leveling legs. There are two holes below the
refrigerator to fit the two leveling legs.
8. Install the door.
9. Install the top hinge on the other side with 3 top hinge screws.
10. Install top cover above the top hinge and install 1 cabinet plug
11.Adjust the leveling legs.
on the other side.
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Bottom hinge
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NOTE: Do not tilt the appliance over 45° when reversing the door
as possible damage to the sealed system may occur.
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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.

Consult with a qualified
electrician
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.
WARNING
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the
Check to ensure that
nothing inside the
refrigerator is causing the
door to not close
Check to ensure that
nothing inside the
refrigerator is causing the
door to not close

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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.
toll free: 1-855-666-4477.
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 (1) year from the date of original purchase, 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.
If you have a claim under this warranty, please call our CUSTOMER SERVICE
NUMBER: For faster service please have model number and 1-855-666-4477.
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.