Whirlpool 2193496 manual

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    Y?bfl ol@ 4a Home Appliances UseAndCare Table of Contents (complete) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 A Note to You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Refrigerator Safety . . . . . . . 3 Parts and Features . . . . . . . 4 Before Using Your Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using Your Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    Table of Contents Page A Note to You ............................................................ 2 Refrigerator Safety ................................................... 3 Parts and Features ................................................... 4 Before Using Your Refrigerator ............................. 6 Using Your Refrigerator.. ..............[...]

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    Refrigerator Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains statements under warning sym- bols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the warning symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire, electrical shock, or other injuries. IMPORTANT SAFE[...]

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    Parts and Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your appliance. Use them to become familiar with where all parts and features are located and what they look like. Page references are included for your convenience. NOTE: The model you have purchased may have all or some of the parts and features shown and they may not match the i[...]

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    STYLE 2 Iin I serial number Control panel 5 IS COLDEST SElllMD REFRIGERATOR WARMER 5[...]

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    Before Using Your Refrigerator 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. For information on how to attach the ice maker to a water supply, see page 14, or for information on how to reverse the door swing, see page 19. Cleaning your refrigerat[...]

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    Installing it properly 1. Allow l/2 inch (1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top of the refrigerator for ease of installation. 2. If the hinge side of the refrigerator is to be against a wall, you might want to leave extra space so the door can be opened wider. 3. The refrigerator can be flush against the back wall. Leveling it Burn Hazard Do n[...]

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    Using Your Refrigerator 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. Setting the controls Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are in the refrigerator. When yo[...]

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    Removing the drop-in door trim TO remove the trim piece: 1. Remove all items from the shelf. 2. Pull straight Up on the trim piece at each end, To replace the trim piece: 1. Locate each end of the trim piece above the trim pocket opening. 2. Push the trim piece straight down until it stops. 3. Replace items on the shelf. Removing the To remove the [...]

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    Adjusting the door bins To remove door bins: 1. Lift bin up. 2. Pull bin straight out. To replace door bins: 1. Slide bin in above desired support button. 2. Push down until it stops. Adjusting the refrigerator shelves Adjust the shelves to match the way you use your refrigerator. Glass shelves are strong enough to hold bottles, milk, and other hea[...]

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    Removing the meat drawer and cover To remove the meat drawer: 1. Slide meat drawer out to the stop. 2. Lift front of meat drawer. 3. Slide meat drawer out the rest of the way. 4. Replace in reverse order. To adjust the cover position: (Style 1) 1. Tilt front of cover up. 2. Lift back of cover. 3. Pull cover straight out. To replace the cover: 1. Gu[...]

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    Adjusting the crisper cover track (on some models) For your convenience, one crisper may be larger than the other, and your crisper cover may have an adjust- able track so you can switch positions of the crispers. This allows you to store celery and other longer items in a crisper. You can adjust the cover track with the cover in the refrigerator b[...]

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    Using the optional automatic ice maker If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, or if you plan to add one later (contact the dealer for ice maker kit number), here are a few things you should know. l The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm. DOWN to make ice automatically UP to shut off the ice maker IMPORTANT: Do not turn ice maker on until y[...]

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    Attaching the optional ice maker to a water supply Read all directions carefully before you begin. Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug the refrigerator before installing ice maker. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. IMPORTANT: l Use copper tubing only and check for leaks. l Install ice maker tubing in areas where temperatures are [...]

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    5. Fasten shutoff 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 over-tighten or you may crush the copper tubing, especially [...]

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    Removing the base grille I Burn Hazard Doing so can result in burns. Do not touch refrigeration tubes near defrost pan. To remove the base grille: 1. Open the refrigerator door. 2. Grasp the grille with both hands. 3. Push down on the top edge of the grille to release the top clips. 4. Tilt the grille toward you to release the bottom clips. 5. Pull[...]

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    Changing the light bulbs Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug the refrigerator before removing a light bulb. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. To change refrigerator light: 1. Unplug the refrigerator. 2. Reach behind Control Panel to remove bulb. 3. Replace with a 40-watt appliance bulb. 4. Plug in the refrigerator. NOTE: Not all [...]

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    Understanding the sounds you may hear Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Don’t be. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the floor, walls, and cabinets can make the sounds seem louder. Water sounds When the refrigerator stops runni[...]

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    Reversing the door swing TOOLS NEEDED: 5A6-inch hex-head socket wrench, No. 2 Phillips screw- driver, flat-head screwdriver, M-inch open-end wrench IMPORTANT INFORMATION: l Before you begin, turn refrigerator OFF, unplug it, and remove any food from door shelves. l Remove base grille. (See page 16). l When removing hinges, keep doors closed until r[...]

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    Reversing the handles %s-inch HEX HEAD HINGE SCREW COUNTERSINK SCREW OVAL SEALING SCREW (USE ON BOTTOM OF DOORS) HANDLE SCREW OVAL SEALING SCREW (USE ON TOP OF DOORS) 20[...]

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    Caring for Your Refrigerator Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a few things you can do to help extend its product life. This section tells you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation, moving, or during a power outage. Cleaning your refrigerator Both the refrigera[...]

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    Vacation and moving care Short vacations No need to shut off the refrigerator if you will be away for less than four weeks. 1. Use up any perishables. 2. Freeze other items. 3. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: l Raise signal arm to OFF (up) position. l Shut off water supply to the ice maker. Long vacations If you will be gone a mont[...]

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    Food Storage Guide There is a correct way to package and store refrigerated or frozen food. To keep food fresher longer, take the time to study these recommended steps. Storing fresh food Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material. This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator. For dated [...]

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    Storing frozen food The freezer section is designed for storage of com- mercially frozen food and for freezing food at home. NOTE: For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times, contact your local Cooperative Extension Service or check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook. Packaging The secret to successful freezin[...]

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    Troubleshooting Performance problems often result from little things you can fix without tools. Please read through “Before calling for assistance . . .” below before calling for service on your appliance. Before calling for assistance . . . Listed in this chart are the most common problems consumers run into with their appliances. Please read [...]

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    Requesting Assistance or service For assistance or service: Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on page 25. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* . . . Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center ~-i telephone number. D[...]

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    r I I 1 I I , I Warranty WHIRLPOOL@ Refrigerator Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. FS[...]