Whirlpool WRF954CIHV User manual

W10913647B
FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance,
parts or service, call: 1-800-253-1301
In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-807-6777
or visit our website at
www.whirlpool.com or www.whirlpool.ca
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR À DOUBLE PORTE
Guide de l’utilisateur
Pour des questions à propos des caractéristiques, du fonctionnement/rendement,
des pièces ou du service, composer le : 1-800-253-1301
Au Canada, pour assistance composez le 1-800-807-6777
ou visitez notre site Web au
www.whirlpool.ca
REFRIGERADOR DE DOS PUERTAS
Manual de uso y cuidado
Si tiene preguntas respecto a características, funcionamiento, operaciones,
rendimiento, piezas, accesorios o servicio técnico, llame al: 1-800-253-1301
Para obtener asistencia en Canadá, llame al: 1-800-807-6777
o visite nuestro sitio web en
www.whirlpool.com o www.whirlpool.ca
Table of Contents/Table des matières/Indice....2

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Table of Contents
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY..............................................................3
PARTS AND FEATURES ................................................................4
What’s New Behind the Doors?...................................................5
GETTING STARTED .......................................................................6
Installation Checklist ....................................................................6
Water Filter Installation.................................................................6
Door Alignment ............................................................................7
Energy Saver Mode and Normal Operating Sounds...................7
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...................................................8
Unpack the Refrigerator...............................................................8
Location Requirements................................................................8
Remove and Replace Refrigerator Doors....................................9
Remove and Replace Freezer Drawer Fronts............................13
Electrical Requirements .............................................................14
Water Supply Requirements ......................................................14
Connect the Water Supply.........................................................14
Handle Installation and Removal ...............................................16
Refrigerator Leveling and Door Closing.....................................17
FILTERS AND ACCESSORIES ...................................................18
Water Filtration System..............................................................18
Install FreshFlow™ Air Filter ......................................................20
Install Produce Preserver...........................................................20
Accessories................................................................................21
REFRIGERATOR USE ..................................................................21
Opening and Closing Doors.......................................................21
Using the Controls .....................................................................22
External Dispenser Controls ......................................................24
Lighting the Refrigerator ............................................................24
Water and Ice Dispensers..........................................................24
Ice Maker and Storage Bin .......................................................28
Shelves, Bins, and Drawers.......................................................29
Freezer Drawers .........................................................................31
Audio Reference.........................................................................31
REFRIGERATOR CARE ...............................................................32
Cleaning .....................................................................................32
Lights..........................................................................................33
Vacation and Moving Care.........................................................33
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................34
PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET...................................................41
WARRANTY ..................................................................................42
Table des matières
SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR...............................................43
PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES..............................................44
Quoi de neuf en coulisse? .........................................................45
MISE EN PLACE...........................................................................46
Liste de vérification pour l’installation........................................46
Installation du filtre à eau ...........................................................46
Alignement des portes...............................................................47
Mode de consommation réduite d’énergie et bruits
de fonctionnement normaux......................................................47
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION.............................................48
Déballage du réfrigérateur .........................................................48
Exigences d’emplacement.........................................................48
Retrait et réinstallation des portes du réfrigérateur...................49
Retrait et remplacement de l’avant du tiroir de congélation.....53
Spécifications électriques..........................................................54
Installation et retrait des poignées.............................................56
Nivellement du réfrigérateur et fermeture de la porte ...............57
FILTRES ET ACCESSOIRES .......................................................58
Système de filtration d’eau ........................................................58
Installation du filtre à air FreshFlow™........................................59
Installation du conservateur de produits frais ...........................60
Accessoires................................................................................61
UTILISATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ..........................................61
Ouverture et fermeture des portes.............................................61
Utilisation des commandes .......................................................62
Commandes de distributeur externe.........................................64
Éclairage du réfrigérateur...........................................................64
Distributeurs d’eau et de glaçons..............................................64
Machine à glaçons et bac d’entreposage ................................68
Tablettes, balconnets et tiroirs...................................................69
Tiroirs du congélateur ................................................................71
Référence audio .........................................................................71
ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ............................................72
Nettoyage...................................................................................72
DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................74
FICHE DE DONNÉES RELATIVES AU RENDEMENT................81
GARANTIE ....................................................................................82
Indice
SEGURIDAD DEL REFRIGERADOR ..........................................84
PIEZAS Y CARACTERÍSTICAS ..................................................85
¿Qué hay de Nuevo Detrás de las Puertas? .............................86
PARA COMENZAR.......................................................................87
Lista de verificación de la instalación........................................87
Instalación del filtro de agua......................................................87
Alineamiento de las puertas.......................................................88
Modo de ahorro de energía y sonidos
de funcionamiento normal .........................................................88
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN.........................................89
Desembale el Refrigerador ........................................................89
Requisitos de Ubicación............................................................89
Cómo Quitar y Volver a Colocar las Puertas del Refrigerador..90
Cómo Retirar y Volver a Colocar el Frente de los Cajones
del Congelador...........................................................................94
Requisitos Eléctricos..................................................................95
Requisitos de Suministro de Agua ............................................95
Conexión del Suministro de Agua .............................................95
Cómo Instalar y Quitar las Manijas............................................97
Nivelación del Refrigerador y Cierre de las Puertas..................98
FILTROS Y ACCESORIOS ...........................................................99
Sistema de Filtración de Agua...................................................99
Instalación del Filtro de Aire FreshFlow™ ...............................100
Instale el Preservador de Alimentos Frescos ..........................101
Accesorios................................................................................102
USO DEL REFRIGERADOR.......................................................102
Cómo Abrir y Cerrar las Puertas..............................................102
Uso de los Controles................................................................103
Controles del Despachador Externo .......................................105
Iluminación del Refrigerador....................................................105
Despachadores de Agua y Hielo .............................................105
Fábrica de hielo y depósito .....................................................109
Estantes, Depósitos y Cajones................................................110
Cajones del Congelador ..........................................................112
Referencia de Audio.................................................................112
CUIDADO DEL REFRIGERADOR .............................................113
Limpieza ...................................................................................113
Luces........................................................................................114
Cuidado Durante las Vacaciones y Mudanzas........................114
SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS....................................................115
HOJA DE DATOS DE RENDIMIENTO.......................................122
GARANTÍA...................................................................................123

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You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow
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.
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.
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:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
■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 refrigerator.
■Connect to a potable water supply only.
■Use nonflammable cleaner.
■Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from refrigerator.
■Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.
■Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker
kit ready models only).
■Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on some models).
■Do not hit the refrigerator glass doors (on some models).
■This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
■Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
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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PARTS AND FEATURES
Proper Disposal of
Your Old Refrigerator
WARNING
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are
still dangerous—even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If
you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow these
instructions to help prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:
■Take off the doors.
■Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily
climb inside.
Air filter
Water filter
Auto humidity
crispers
Temperature-
controlled
pantry drawer
Platter pocket
In-Door-Ice®
ice storage
Infinity slide shelf
Removable
bin
Temperature
Control UI
Dual gallon
storage
Important information to know about disposal of
refrigerants:
Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local
regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed,
EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with
established procedures.

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Energy and Normal Operating Sounds
Your new French door bottom-mount refrigerator has been
designed with a linear compressor to optimize energy efficiency
and better regulate temperatures to match cooling demand. You
may notice that it operates differently than your previously owned
refrigerator. This allows the refrigerator to respond at variable
speeds and optimize cooling needs by avoiding abrupt start/stop
cycles.
In-Door-Ice®Ice Dispensing System
The ice maker and ice storage bin are located in the door for easy
access to filtered ice while freeing up valuable shelf space inside
and adding additional door bins for more usable space.
Dual Evaporator
The refrigerator and freezer compartments have separate
evaporators to provide fresh food and frozen food with optimal
storage climates: cool and humid in the fresh food compartment,
cold and dry in the freezer with no mixing of air between the
compartments. This reduces the transfer of food odors and
tastes from refrigerator to freezer and allows freezer air to remain
dry to control frost and reduce freezer burn.
Air Filter
An air filter is 15 times more powerful than baking soda at
reducing common food odors inside the refrigerator. Replace
your air filter every 6 months for maximum odor reduction.
Water Dispenser with Measured Fill
The Measured Fill feature allows you to dispense a desired
amount of filtered water in handy increments like 8, 16, or 24 oz.
Water Dispenser with Favorite Fill
The Favorite Fill feature allows you to save 2 custom presets that
can be programmed for favorite items that are frequently filled
like a coffee pot or a water bottle.
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Your new Infinity slide shelf or shelves (on some models) is
designed to maximize accessibility to items of all shapes and
sizes. Small items fit perfectly around the shelf perimeter and
remain accessible, while tall items nestle perfectly in the center
when the glass is pushed back. And, with the Infinity slide shelf,
you don’t lose an entire half shelf to tall item storage—just push
the glass portion back as far as you need to accommodate your
tall items—infinite adjustability.
Platter Pocket
This full-width slide-out shelf tucked between the crispers and
the lowest shelf is perfect for leftover family-sized casserole
dishes, pizza boxes, and large party platters.
Electronic Temperature-Controlled Pantry Drawers
These drawers provide precise, independent temperature control
with 4 specialized settings for maximum flexibility.
LED Lighting
There is bright white LED strip lighting for maximum illumination.
LED lights do not require replacement.
Door Ajar Alarm
A helpful alarm sounds when the refrigerator door or freezer
drawer is left ajar.
Power Outage Indicator
If the power should go out while you are away from home, this
indicator will let you know that the refrigerator has been without
power.
To view videos on door removal/
replacement, door adjustment, water
filter installation, air filter installation,
shelf adjustment or removal, scan
the code to the left with your mobile
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What’s New Behind the Doors?
Your Whirlpool®French door refrigerator comes equipped with various
innovative storage and energy-efficient features.

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GETTING STARTED
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
Installation Checklist
Electrical Power
■Plug refrigerator into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Doors
■If doors need to be removed during installation, see the
“Remove and Replace Doors” in the instructions.
■Check that handles are secure and installed according to the
instructions.
■Doors seal completely.
■Refrigerator is level. (Remove base grille and adjust leveling
feet so they are snug against the floor.)
■Doors are even across the top. (Use door alignment feature
if necessary.)
■Base grille is properly attached to the refrigerator.
Ice and Water System (on some models)
■Connect refrigerator to a cold water supply with 35-120 psi
water pressure, as specified in the instructions.
■Make sure the household water supply is connected and
turned on.
■Check that the water supply line behind refrigerator is
not kinked.
■Only use recommended water supply tubing, copper, or PEX,
as specified in the instructions.
■Install water filter according to the instructions.
■Flush water system with 3 gallons of water, as specified in
the instructions.
■Check for water leaks at all connections.
■Turn on ice maker if refrigerator is connected to water supply.
(If not connected to water supply, turn off ice maker.)
Final Checks
■Install air filter according to instructions in corresponding
packaging.
■Remove all shipping material.
■Set temperature controls to the recommended setting.
■Save instructions and other literature.
■Send in Registration Card or register your product online.
Water Filter Installation
■Locate the water filter compartment in the lower left-hand
side of the refrigerator compartment. Push on the right side
of the filter door to open.
■Align the arrow on the water filter cap with the cutout notch
in the filter housing and insert filter.
■Once the filter is inserted, turn the filter clockwise 90°
(1/4 turn) until it locks into the housing.
■Push water filter door closed to latch.
■Flush 3 gallons of water through the water system to clear air
from the water line and to keep the dispenser from dripping
and/or avoiding decreased dispenser flow.
NOTE: If the lter is not installed correctly, water may
dispense at a lower ow rate and there will be slower ice
production. Improper lter installation may also cause the
water lter housing to leak.

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Energy Saver Mode and
Normal Operating Sounds
Your new French door bottom mount refrigerator has been
designed to optimize energy efciency and better regulate
temperatures to match cooling demand.
You may notice that it operates differently from your previously
owned refrigerator.
It is normal for the high-efciency compressor to run for extended
periods of time at varying speeds in order to consume only the
energy necessary for optimum efciency.
In addition, during various stages of the cooling cycle, you may
hear normal operating sounds that are unfamiliar to you.
Energy Saver Mode
A selectable feature that turns off the heaters around the
refrigerator doors and dispenser. When this feature is enabled,
condensation may form on the front of the refrigerator cabinet,
gasket, or on top of the freezer drawer. Savings may vary based
on the relative humidity of the environment.
Door Alignment
Align Refrigerator Doors
If doors are uneven:
■Ensure the refrigerator is level.
■Keeping both refrigerator doors closed, pull out the freezer
drawer. Locate the bottom hinge pin of the right-hand
refrigerator door. The alignment screw is inside the bottom
hinge pin.
■Insert the short end of the 1/8" hex key (packed with the
Door Handle Installation Instructions) into the bottom hinge
pin until it is fully engaged in the alignment screw.
To raise the refrigerator door, turn the hex key to the right.
To lower the door, turn the hex key to the left.
■Continue to turn the alignment screw until the tops of the
doors are aligned.
Shelf Height Adjustment
Shelf height can be adjusted by changing the adjustable shelf
mounts between their vertical and horizontal positions.
■Carefully lift the shelf off the shelf mounts and turn the flipper
to the desired orientation.
■Repeat for remaining shelf mounts.
■Ensure the shelf is properly seated on the shelf mounts.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Location Requirements
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.
IMPORTANT: This refrigerator is designed for indoor, household
use only.
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a
minimum 1/2"(1.25 cm) of space on each side and at the top.
Allow for a minimum 1"(2.54 cm) space behind the refrigerator.
If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra space at
the back for the water line connections. When installing your
refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave a 3³⁄4"(9.5 cm) minimum
space between the refrigerator and wall to allow the door to
swing open.
NOTE: This refrigerator is intended for use in a location where
the temperature ranges from a minimum of 55°F (13°C) to a
maximum of 110°F (43°C). The preferred room temperature
range for optimum performance, which reduces electricity usage
and provides superior cooling, is between 60°F (15°C) and 90°F
(32°C). It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator
near a heat source such as an oven or radiator.
3³⁄4" (9.5 cm)
1/2" (1.25 cm)
Unpack the Refrigerator
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.
Refrigerator Delivery
■A minimum door opening of 33" (838 mm) is required. If
door opening is 36" (914 mm) or less, then removal of doors,
drawer, and hinges is required.
■Cart the refrigerator from the side for all door openings.
When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for
cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with
cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage. Always pull
the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or
“walk” the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor
damage could occur.
Remove the Packaging
■Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning
on the refrigerator. 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 refrigerator.
■Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.
Clean Before Using
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside
of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions
in the “Refrigerator Care” section.
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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Remove and Replace Refrigerator Doors
NOTE: Measure the width of your house door opening to see whether or not you need to remove the refrigerator doors to move the
refrigerator into your home. If refrigerator door removal is necessary, see the following instructions.
IMPORTANT: If the refrigerator was previously installed and you are moving it out of the home, before you begin, turn the refrigerator
control off. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
Gather the required tools and read all instructions before removing doors.
TOOLS NEEDED: TORX®T25®† screwdriver and a #2 Phillips screwdriver
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before removing doors.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
Water Dispenser
Tubing Connection
Wiring Plug
Top Right Hinge
Top Left Hinge
A
A. Outer ring
C
B
A
A. TORX®T25®screws
B. Ground wire (Do not remove.)
C. Do not remove screws.
90°
Door at 90° Angle
to Cabinet
A. TORX®T25®screws
B. Hinge cover screw
C. Top hinge cover
D. Top hinge
A
B
C
D
†®TORX and T25 are registered trademarks of Acument Intellectual Properties, LLC.

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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.
Bottom Door Hinge
For your convenience, the refrigerator doors have bottom hinges
with door closers. These closers allow the doors to swing fully
closed with just a gentle push.
IMPORTANT: So that the closers feature will operate properly,
the doors must be removed only when open to a 90° angle to
the front of the cabinet. If 1 or both doors were not at a 90° angle
when removed, the bottom door hinge must be reset.
90°
Reset the Door Hinge
1. Lift the door from the bottom hinge pin, and place it on a
at surface.
2. Using a TORX®T25®screwdriver, remove the bottom hinge
with the bushing from the cabinet.
A. Bushing
B. Hinge base
A
B
3. Insert the bottom hinge and bushing into the corresponding
slot in the bottom of the door.
NOTE: Make sure that the base of the hinge is parallel to the
bottom of the door.
A. Hinge base parallel to the bottom edge of the door
A
4. Turn the hinge until the hinge base is at a 90° angle to the
bottom edge of the door.
A. Hinge base turned to a 90° angle with the bottom edge of the door
90°
A
5. Remove the hinge from the door. Using a TORX®T25®
screwdriver, reattach the bottom hinge to the refrigerator
cabinet.
6. The hinge is now reset and prepared for the door to be
replaced. See “Replace Refrigerator Doors” later in
this section.

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WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to lift the refrigerator door.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
5. Open the door until it is at a 90° angle to the front of the
cabinet.
6. Lift the refrigerator door from the bottom hinge pin. The top
hinge will come away with the door.
Remove Left-Hand Door
IMPORTANT: The tubing and wiring for the water dispenser run
through the left-hand door hinge, so they must be disconnected
before removing the door.
1. Using a at-blade screwdriver, remove the cover from the top
hinge.
A. Top hinge cover screw B. Top hinge cover
A
B
2. Disconnect the water dispenser tubing located on top of the
door hinge. Firmly pull up on the clasp. Then, pull the tubing
out of the fitting.
NOTE: The water dispenser tubing remains attached to the
left-hand refrigerator door.
Remove Refrigerator Doors
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before removing doors.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
Remove Right-Hand Door
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Keep the refrigerator doors closed until you are ready to lift
them free from the cabinet.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the refrigerator door
while the hinges are being removed. Do not depend on the
door gasket magnets to hold the door in place while you are
working.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the cover from the
top hinge.
4. Using the TORX®T25®screwdriver, remove the 2 screws from
the top hinge and set aside.
A. Top hinge cover screw
B. Top hinge cover
C. TORX®T25®screws
D. Top hinge
A
B
C
D

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3. Disconnect the wiring plug located on top of the door hinge.
■Grasp each side of the wiring plug. With your left thumb,
press down to release the catch and pull the sections of
the plug apart.
NOTE: Do not remove the green ground wire. It should
remain attached to the door hinge.
4. Using the TORX®T25®screwdriver, remove the 2 internal
screws from the top hinge and set aside.
NOTE:
Provide additional support for the refrigerator door while
the hinges are being removed. Do not depend on the door
gasket magnets to hold the door in place while you are
working.
A. TORX®T25®screws
B. Ground wire (Do not remove.)
A
B
5. Lift the refrigerator door from the bottom hinge pin. The top
hinge will come away with the door.
NOTE: It may not be necessary to remove the bottom hinges
and brake feet assemblies to move the refrigerator through a
doorway.
■Only if necessary, use a TORX®T25®screwdriver to
remove the bottom hinges and brake feet screws.
Replace Right-Hand Refrigerator Door
1. Set the right-hand door onto the bottom hinge pin.
2. Insert the top hinge pin into the open hole in the top
of the refrigerator door.
3. Using the 3 TORX T25®screws, fasten the hinge
to the cabinet. Do not tighten the screws completely.
Replace Left-Hand Refrigerator Door
IMPORTANT: Do not intertwine the water tubing and wiring
bundles when reconnecting them.
1. Set the left-hand door onto the bottom hinge pin.
2. Using the 3 TORX®T25®screws, fasten the hinge to the
cabinet. Do not tighten the screws completely.
3. Reconnect the water dispenser tubing.
Insert the tubing rmly into the tting until it stops. Close the
clasp around the tubing. The clasp snaps into place between
the tting and the collar. Connect blue female side with blue
male side and clasp. Repeat with gray female and gray male
side.
4. Reconnect the electrical wiring.
■Push together the 2 sections of the wiring plug.
Final Steps
1. Completely tighten the 6 internal TORX®T25®screws (3 on
the right-hand door hinge and 3 on the left-hand door hinge).
2. Replace both top hinge covers.

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3. Tighten the 2 screws at the top of the drawer front (1 on the
left-hand side and 1 on the right-hand side) and install the
2 screws on the bottom.
Final Steps
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
1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
2. Reset the controls. See the “Using the Controls” section.
3. Return all removable parts and food to the drawers.
Remove and Replace
Freezer Drawer Fronts
Freezer Drawer
Remove Drawer Front
1. Open the freezer drawer to its full extension.
2. Loosen the 2 top screws that fasten the drawer front to the
drawer glides. The 2 screws (1 on the left-hand side and
1 on the right-hand side) are located inside the drawer front.
3. Remove the 2 screws at the bottom, inside the drawer front
that fasten the drawer front to the drawer glides.
4. Lift up on the drawer front to release the screws from the
drawer glide bracket slot.
A. Drawer glide bracket slots
Replace Drawer Front
1. Pull out the freezer drawer glides to their full extension.
2. Holding the drawer front by its sides, align the top screws,
located at the bottom inside the drawer front, with the drawer
glide bracket slots.
NOTE: It helps if 1 person holds the drawer glides steady
while another person aligns the drawer front and inserts the
studs into the slots.
A. Drawer front screw
A

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Electrical Requirements
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
Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it
is important to make sure you have the proper electrical
connection.
Recommended Grounding Method
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 refrigerator and approved accessories
be provided. Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch.
Do not use an extension cord.
IMPORTANT: If this product is connected to a GFCI (Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupter) protected outlet, nuisance tripping of the
power supply may occur, resulting in loss of cooling. Food quality
and flavor may be affected. If nuisance tripping has occurred, and
if the condition of the food appears poor, dispose of the food.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation or cleaning,
turn off cooling, and then disconnect the refrigerator from
the electrical source. When you have finished, reconnect the
refrigerator to the electrical source and turn on cooling. See the
“Using the Controls” section.
Water Supply Requirements
A cold water supply with water pressure between 35 and 120 psi
(241 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and
ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, call
a licensed, qualified plumber.
NOTE: If the water pressure is less than what is required, the flow
of water from the water dispenser could decrease or ice cubes
could be hollow or irregular shaped.
Reverse Osmosis Water Supply
IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out
of a reverse osmosis system and supplying the water inlet valve
of the refrigerator needs to be between 35 and 120 psi (241 and
827 kPa).
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to
your home cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse
osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 to
414 kPa).
■Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse
osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.
■Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill
after heavy use. The tank capacity could be too small to keep
up with the requirements of the refrigerator.
NOTE: Faucet-mounted reverse osmosis systems are
not recommended.
■If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may further reduce
the water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse
osmosis system. Remove the water filter. See the “Water
Filtration System” section.
If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed,
qualified plumber.
Connect the Water Supply
Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT:
■Plumbing must be installed in accordance with the
International Plumbing Code and any local codes and
ordinances.
■Copper and PEX tubing connections from the household
water line to the refrigerator are acceptable and will help
avoid off-taste or odor in your ice or water. Check for leaks.
If PEX tubing is used instead of copper, we recommend the
following part numbers: W10505928RP (7 ft [2.14 m] jacketed
PEX), 8212547RP (5 ft [1.52 m] PEX), or W10267701RP
(25 ft [7.62 m] PEX).
■Install tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain
above freezing.
Tools Needed:
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
■Flat-blade screwdriver
■7/16" and 1/2" open-end wrenches or 2 adjustable wrenches
■1/4" nut driver
NOTE: Do not use a piercing-type or 3/16" (4.76 mm) saddle
valve, which reduces water flow and clogs easier.

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5. Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink and
turn on main water supply to ush out tubing until water is
clear. Turn off shut-off valve on the water pipe.
NOTE: Always drain the water line before making the final
connection to the inlet of the water valve to avoid possible
water valve malfunction.
6. Bend the copper tubing to meet the water line inlet, located
on the back of the refrigerator cabinet as shown. Leave a coil
of copper tubing to allow the refrigerator to be pulled out of
the cabinet or away from the wall for service.
Connect to Refrigerator
Follow the connection instructions specific to your model.
1. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Attach the
copper tubing to the valve inlet using a compression nut
and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not
overtighten. Conrm copper tubing is secure by pulling on
copper tubing.
2. Create a service loop with the copper tubing. Avoid kinks
when coiling the copper tubing. Secure copper tubing to
refrigerator cabinet with a “P” clamp.
A. Copper tubing
B. “P” clamp
C. Compression nut
D. Compression sleeve
A
B
C
D
3. Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for leaks.
Correct any leaks.
4. If ice is desired, turn on the ice maker.
Connect to Water Line
IMPORTANT: If you have turned the refrigerator on before the
water was connected, turn off the ice maker.
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Turn off main water supply. Turn on nearest faucet long
enough to reduce water pressure in the water line.
3. Use a quarter-turn shut-off valve or the equivalent, served by
a 1/2" household supply line.
NOTE: To allow sufficient water flow to the refrigerator, a minimum
1/2 " (12.7 mm) size household supply line is recommended.
A
B
C
D
A. Sleeve
B. Nut
C. Copper tubing (to refrigerator)
D. Household supply line (1/2" minimum)
4. Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing to the
shut-off valve. Use 1/4" (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter)
soft copper tubing to connect the shut-off valve and the
refrigerator.
■ Ensure that you have the proper length needed for the job.
Be sure both ends of the copper tubing are cut square.
■Slip compression sleeve and compression nut onto copper
tubing as shown. 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 overtighten.
A. Compression sleeve
B. Compression nut
C. Copper tubing
A
C
B

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Complete the Installation
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
1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
2. Flush the water system. See the “Water and Ice Dispensers”
section.
NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard
the first 3 batches of ice produced. Allow 3 days to completely
fill the ice storage bin.
Handle Installation and Removal
Parts Included: Refrigerator door handles (2), freezer drawer
handle (1), 1/8" hex key, spare setscrew(s)
NOTE: The freezer drawer handle is shorter than the refrigerator
door handles. Handle style may vary by model.
Install Handles
Refrigerator Doors
NOTE: Handle mounting setscrews are preinstalled inside
the handle.
1. Remove the handles from the packaging inside the
refrigerator and place them on a soft surface.
2. Open a refrigerator compartment door. On the closed
door, place a handle onto the shoulder screws so that
the setscrews are facing the adjacent door.
A. Shoulder screws
B. Setscrews inside the handle
A
B
3. Firmly push the handle toward the door until the handle base
is ush against the door.
4. While holding the handle, insert the short end of the hex key
into the upper hole and slightly rotate the hex key until key is
engaged in the setscrew.
5. Using a clockwise motion, tighten the setscrew just until
setscrew begins to contact the shoulder screw. Do not
fully tighten.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to fasten the lower setscrew.
7. Once both setscrews have been partially tightened as
instructed in the previous steps, fully tighten both setscrews.
IMPORTANT: When the screws feel tight, tighten them an
additional quarter turn. The handle is not properly installed
without this extra tightening.

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8. Repeat steps 2 through 7 to install the other handle onto
the adjacent refrigerator door.
Freezer Drawer
1. With the drawer closed, place the handle onto the shoulder
screws so that the setscrews are facing down toward the
oor.
A. Shoulder screw
B. Setscrews inside the handle
B
A
2. Firmly push the handle toward the drawer until the handle
base is ush against the drawer.
3. Insert the short end of the hex key into the left-hand hole
and slightly rotate the hex key until key is engaged in the
setscrew.
4. Using a left-to-right motion, tighten the setscrew a quarter
turn at a time just until setscrew begins to contact the
shoulder screw. Do not fully tighten.
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to fasten the right-hand setscrew to
the shoulder screw.
6. Once both setscrews have been partially tightened as
instructed in the previous steps, fully tighten both setscrews.
IMPORTANT: When the screws feel tight, tighten them an
additional quarter turn. The handle is not properly installed
without this extra tightening.
7. Save the hex key and all instructions.
Remove the Handles
1. While holding the handle, insert the short end of the hex key
into a setscrew hole and slightly rotate the hex key until it is
engaged in the setscrew.
2. Using a right-to-left motion, loosen the setscrew a quarter
turn at a time.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other setscrew. Slowly pull
the handle away from the door or drawer.
4. If necessary, use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the
shoulder screws from the door.
Refrigerator Leveling
and Door Closing
The base grille covers the adjustable brake feet and roller
assemblies located at the bottom of the refrigerator below the
freezer drawer. Before making any adjustments, remove the base
grille and move the refrigerator to its final location.
Tools Needed: 1/4" hex driver
Tools Provided: 1/8" hex key
1. Use a 1/4" hex driver to remove both screws in base grille.
2. Remove the base grille. Using both hands, grasp the grille
rmly and pull it toward you. Open the freezer drawer to
access the brake feet.
NOTE: To allow the refrigerator to roll easier, raise the brake
feet by turning them counterclockwise. The front rollers will
be touching the floor.

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3. Move the refrigerator to its nal location.
4. Using the 1/4" hex driver, lower the brake feet. Turn them
clockwise until the rollers are off the oor and both brake feet
are snug against the oor. This keeps the refrigerator from
rolling forward when opening the refrigerator doors or freezer
drawer.
IMPORTANT: If you need to make further adjustments
involving the brake feet, you must turn both brake feet the
same amount to keep the refrigerator level.
5. Use a level to make sure the refrigerator is level from side to
side and front to back.
6. Make sure the doors are even at the top and that the space
between the bottom of the refrigerator doors and the top of
the freezer drawer is even. If necessary, align the doors.
To Align the Doors:
■Keeping both refrigerator doors closed, pull out the freezer
drawer. Locate the bottom hinge pin of the right-hand
refrigerator door. The alignment screw is inside the bottom
hinge pin.
■Insert the short end of the 1/8" hex key (packed with the Door
Handle Installation Instructions) into the bottom hinge pin
until it is fully engaged in the alignment screw.
To raise the refrigerator door, turn the hex key to the right.
To lower the door, turn the hex key to the left.
■Continue to turn the alignment screw until the doors are
aligned.
A. Bottom hinge pin
B. 1/8" hex key
B
A
7. Make sure the refrigerator is steady. If the refrigerator seems
unsteady or rolls forward when a door or drawer is pulled
open, adjust the brake feet.
To Steady the Refrigerator:
■Open the freezer drawer. Using a 1/4" hex driver, turn
both brake feet clockwise the same amount until the
brake feet are snug against the floor. Check again. If you
are not satisfied, continue to adjust the brake feet by
half turns of the screw until the refrigerator does not roll
forward when the drawer is opened.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the
refrigerator takes some weight off the brake feet. This makes
it easier to turn the screws. Do not push with excessive force
that tilts the refrigerator.
8. Replace the base grille by aligning the ends of the grille with
the leveling assemblies on each side and snapping the grille
into place. Use a 1/4" hex driver to reinstall screws.
FILTERS AND
ACCESSORIES
Water Filtration System
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or
of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before
or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction
may be used on disinfected waters that may contain
filterable cysts.
Replace and Install the Water Filter
The water lter should be replaced every 6 months based on a
ow rate of .50 gpm-.60 gpm that lters 200 gallons of water.
To order a replacement lter, contact us. See the “Accessories”
section in the Use & Care Guide for information on ordering.
1. Push the water lter door to open, located bottom left of
refrigerator compartment.
2. Twist the water lter and turn 90° counterclockwise to unlock.

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3. Pull the lter out of the housing.
4. Remove the water lter cap from the water lter being
replaced.
5. Install the water lter cap onto the new lter. Be sure to align
the arrows so the groves in lter align with ribs in lter cap.
6. Insert the lter into the housing.
7. Twist the water lter and turn 90° clockwise until it locks into
place and the arrows are aligned.
8. Push the water lter door closed.
The Water Filter Status Lights
The water filter status lights will help you know when to change
your water filter.
■ORDER FILTER (yellow)—It is almost time to change the
water filter. “Order Filter” display is on all of the time but
off in Showroom mode and Sabbath mode.
■REPLACE FILTER (red)—Replace the water filter. While you
are dispensing water, “Replace Filter” will blink 7 times and
an alert tone will sound 3 times.
NOTE: “REPLACE FILTER” will remain illuminated if the filter
is not reset on the user interface (UI).
■RESET FILTER—Touch MAX COOL and MAX ICE for
3 seconds to reset water filter. The display will do a
3-second countdown, then flash the icon and play a tone.

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Replacing the FreshFlow™ Air Filter
The disposable air filter should be replaced every 6 months.
Some air filters have an indicator that replacement is needed.
To order a replacement air filter, contact us. See the
“Accessories” section in the Use & Care Guide for information on
ordering.
1. Open cover and remove the used air filter by squeezing in on
the side tabs.
2. Install the new air filter using the instructions in the previous
sections.
Install Produce Preserver
(on some models)
The produce preserver absorbs ethylene to slow the ripening
process of many produce items. As a result, certain produce
items will stay fresh longer.
Ethylene production and sensitivity varies, depending on the type
of fruit or vegetable. To preserve freshness, it is best to separate
produce with sensitivity to ethylene from fruits that produce
moderate-to-high amounts of ethylene.
Sensitivity
to Ethylene Ethylene Production
Apples High Very High
Asparagus Medium Very Low
Berries Low Low
Broccoli High Very Low
Cantaloupe Medium High
Carrots Low Very Low
Citrus Fruit Medium Very Low
Grapes Low Very Low
Lettuce High Very Low
Pears High Very High
Spinach High Very Low
Install FreshFlow™ Air Filter
An air filter is 15 times more powerful than baking soda at
reducing common food odors inside the refrigerator.
On some models, your refrigerator’s accessory packet includes
an air filter which must be installed prior to use.
Installing the Air Filter
Install the air lter behind the blue LED-lighted vent cover, located
on the rear wall near the middle of the refrigerator.
1. Remove the air lter from its packaging.
2. Firmly grasp plastic cover on the vented cover with both
hands and pull out to remove.
NOTE: When cover is removed for the rst time, a small foam
part the size of the lter will need to be discarded.
3. Snap the lter into place.
A. Air filter
A