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You will need your model and serial number, located on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment.

Table of Contents / Indice / Table des mati res

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ....................... 2 SEGURIDAD DEL REFRIGERADOR....29 SI_CURITI_ DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ....... 58

Proper Disposal of

Your Old Refrigerator ............................. 3

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ............ 3

Water Supply Requirements .................. 8

Connect Water Supply .......................... 9

Install Air Filter...................................... 11

Install Produce Preserver .................... 12

REFRIGERATOR USE............................ 13

Using the Controls ............................... 13

Convertible Drawer

Temperature Control ........................... 14

Crisper Humidity Control ..................... 14

Water and Ice Dispensers ................... 14

PROBLEM SOLVER ............................... 21

ACCESSORIES ....................................... 25

WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS ......25

PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET ............ 26

WAR RANTY ............................................ 27

Como deshacerse adecuadamente

de su refrigerador viejo ....................... 30

INSTRUCCIONES

DE INSTALACION ................................. 30

Desempaque el refrigerador ............... 30

alineamiento de las puertas ................ 31

Como instalar y

Instalacion del preservador

de alimentos frescos ........................... 39

USO DE SU REFRIGERADOR .............. 41

Uso de los controles ........................... 41

Control de temperatura

del cajon convertible ........................... 42

Control de humedad

del cajon para verduras ...................... 43

Despachadores de agua y hielo ......... 43

Fabrica de hielo y deposito ................. 44

Cuidado durante las

ACCESORIOS ........................................ 54

HOJA DE DATOS

DEL RENDIMIENTO .............................. 55

GARANTiA ............................................. 56

Mise au rebut appropriee

de votre vieux refrig6rateur ................. 59

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ..... 59

Installation et demontage

des poignees ....................................... 63

Exigences d'emplacement .................. 64

Specifications electriques ................... 65

Specifications de

I'alimentation en eau ........................... 65

Raccordement de

Installation du sachet de

Commande de temperature

Reglage de I'humidite

dans le bac & legumes ........................ 72

Distributeurs d'eau et de glagons ....... 72

Machine a glagons et

Systeme de filtration de I'eau .............. 74

ENTRETIEN DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ..... 75

Nettoyage ............................................ 75

Lampes ................................................ 75

Entretien avant les vacances

ou Iors d'un dem6nagement ............... 77

RI_SOLUTION DE PROBLF:MES .......... 78

ACCESSOIR ES...................................... 83

away from refrigerator.

kit ready models only).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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

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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:

• Takeoff the doors.

• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily

climb inside.

important information to know about disposal of

refrigerants:

regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed,

EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with

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 packaging materials. 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. For more information, see "Refrigerator Safety."

important information to know about glass shelves

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when

sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping.

pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers

dropping.

Gather the required tools and parts and read all instructions before starting installation. Save these instructions for future reference.

food, the ice storage bin (on some models), and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

(Left and Right)

Door Alignment

2. Open both doors to 90°. Remove the base grille by removing

Graphic 1.

tubing connection.

On models with the ice storage bin on the door:

NOTE: There are two wiring bundles that run underneath the

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

gently pull one water tube through the hinge. (Avoid

pull the wiring bundle (including the grommet and wiring

IMPORTANT: Do not remove either screw A.

It may not be necessary to remove the bottom hinges to

move the refrigerator through a doorway. Both bottom hinges

have similar construction.

• If necessary, use an internal star drive or a 3/8"hex-head

socket wrench to remove the bottom hinges. See

Graphic 7.

IMPORTANT: The leveler brackets are mounted behind

the hinges. If you remove the hinges, make sure that the

leveler brackets are replaced when reinstalling the hinges.

leveler brackets are assembled behind the hinges. Tighten

Before replacing the freezer door on the bottom left hinge,

feed the wiring and water tubing through the hinge.

• Feed the small wiring bundle through the hinge.

On

NOTE:

hinges

to hold

3.

Reconnect water tubing and wiring.

bundles when reconnecting them.

On models with the ice storage bin on the door:

refrigerator's base crossbar. See Graphic 3.

the larger grommet into the bottom of the clip (closest to

the screw hole). See Graphic 3.

electrical housing and the right hole in the crossbar, and

screw in the clip using a single screw. Tighten screw. See

Graphic 3.

IMPORTANT: Once connected, the wiring bundles should

not be taut. Some flexibility is needed to allow the freezer

On models with the ice storage bin inside the freezer:

• Water Connection Style 1: Push the water tube into the

fitting until it stops. See Graphic 2A.

Water Connection Style 2: Push the water tube into the

fitting until it stops. Close the clasp around the tubing,

push the housing back under the refrigerator. Align the left

screw in the clip using a single screw. Tighten screw. See

Graphic 3.

6. Align and replace the top right hinge as shown. See

Graphic 6. Tighten screws.

7. Replace the ice storage bin (on some models) and any

adjustable door or utility bins.

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.

8. Plug refrigerator into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

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and one on the left. In most cases, the refrigerator should be

seems unsteady or if you want the doors to close more easily,

adjust the refrigerator's tilt using the instructions below:

3. Use a 1/4"open-ended or adjustable wrench to adjust the

of the product, or turn it to the right to lower that side of the

NOTE: Both leveling feet should be snug against the floor,

and the rollers should not touch the floor. This keeps the

refrigerator from rolling forward when opening the doors.

4. Open both doors again and check that they close as easily as

turning the leveling feet to the left. It may take several more

turns, and you should turn both leveling feet the same

amount.

5. Use a bubble level to check the leveling of the refrigerator.

NOTE: Whenever you need to move the refrigerator, turn the

leveling feet to the right until they are no longer touching the

have doors that are not properly aligned. If the doors appear this

The doors are designed to be slightly different heights when the

1. If necessary, open both doors to 90° and remove the base

grille. See Graphic 1.

2. Locate the alignment screw on the bottom hinge of the

3. Use a 5A6"open-ended or adjustable wrench to turn the

screw. To raise the refrigerator door, turn the screw to the

right. To lower the door, turn the screw to the left.

aligned.

5. Open both doors to 90 °. Replace the base grille. See

Graphic 1.

PARTS INCLUDED: Door handles (2}, 1/8"hex key, spare

To Install the Handles:

handle.

1. Remove the handles, which are packed inside the refrigerator.

NOTE: To avoid scratching the finish, place the handles on a

towel or other soft surface.

Open the freezer door. On the refrigerator door, place the

freezer.

5. Using a clockwise motion, tighten the setscrew until it begins

to contact the shoulder screw.

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to begin fastening the lower setscrew.

7. Once both setscrews have been partially tightened as

outlined in the previous steps, fully tighten both the upper

and lower setscrews.

IMPORTANT: When the screws feel tight, tighten them an

without this extra tightening.

steps 2 through 7 to install the other handle onto the freezer

door with the setscrews facing the refrigerator.

9. Save the hex key and all instructions.

1. While holding the handle, insert the short end of the hex key

into the lower setscrew hole and slightly rotate the hex key

until it is engaged in the setscrew.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the upper setscrew. Gently pull the

handle away from the door.

4. If necessary, use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the

shoulder screws from the door.

IMPORTANT: This refrigerator is designed for indoor household

an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line

connections. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall,

NOTES:

This refrigerator is intended for use in a location where the

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.

installation is 36" (91.44 cm). However, if the product is

placed against an extended wall and the ability to remove the

crisper pans is desired, an additional 18" (45.72 cm) of

cabinet width is required, so a total cabinet opening width of

fire, or electrical shock.

important to make sure you have the proper electrical

connection.

A 115 volt, 60 Hz, AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded

electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate

extension cord.

(Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the

electrical source. When you are finished, reconnect the

refrigerator to the electrical source and turn cooling on or reset

the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control

Controls" in the User Instructions, User Guide, or Use & Care

Guide.

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

here.

TOOLS NEEDED:

• 7/le"and 1/_,,open-end or • 1/4"drill bit

two adjustable wrenches

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a 1/4"

(6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing.

Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with

your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or 3/le"

(4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more

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120 psi (207 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the water

pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply

827 kPa).

• Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse

osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.

after heavy usage.

• Plumbing shall be installed in accordance with the

International Plumbing Code and any local codes and

used to connect to the household water line) is a PEX

(cross-linked polyethylene) tube. Copper and PEX tubing

If PEX tubing is used instead of copper, we recommend the

following Whirlpool Part Numbers:

• Install tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.

is connected, turn the ice maker OFF.

B

copper tubing as shown. Insert end of tubing into outlet

overtighten.

B. Compression nut

Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink, and

connection to the inlet of the water valve, to avoid possible

Bend the copper tubing to meet the water line inlet, which is

Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing to the

connect the shutoff valve and the refrigerator.