Whirlpool RT14VK manual

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    NO-FROST REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER A Note To You 2 IFS::- 3 Parts And Features 4 Before Using Your Refrigerator 5 Using Your Refrigerator 7 Cahg For Your Refrigerator 13 Food Storage Guide 16 If Yiy Need PEE . 18 Warranty 20 l-800-44-ROPER Cdl us with qestions or comments. s/93 MODEL RT14VK[...]

  • Page 2

    A Note To You Thank you for buying a Roper appliance. You have purchased a quality, worMclass home appliance. Years of engineering experience have gone into its manufacturing. To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, we have developed this Use and Care Guide. lt is full of valuable information on how to operate and mainta[...]

  • Page 3

    Important Safety Instructions To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions: l Read all instructions before using the l Never allow children to operate, play with, refrigerator. or crawl inside the refrigerator. *Child entrapment and suffocation are l Never clean refrigerator pa[...]

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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. ke cube trays - Partial freezer shelf Control panel Model and serial number label (on aide wall) Butter - compartment refrigerator) Control panel Refrigerator control [...]

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    Before Using Your Refrigerator In This Section Page Page Cleaning R . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..m................ 5 lnstalllng lt properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Plugglng It In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Leveling It . . [...]

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    Installing it properly 1. Allow 3 inches (7.5 cm) between overhead cabinets and refrigerator top. 2. Allow at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) between the refrigerator condenser on the back and the wall. 3. Allow % inch (1.25 cm) on each side of the refrigerator for ease of installation. 4. If the hinge side of the refrigerator is to be against a wall, you mi[...]

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    Using Your Refrigerator In This Section Page Page Setting the controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Changlng the light bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Changlng the control settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Reversing the door swing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 AdlustIng the refrigerat[...]

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    Power Saving Control The Power Saving Control operates electric heaters around the door openings. These heaters help keep moisture from forming on the outside of the refrigerator cabinet. 1. Use the CONSUMES LESS ENERGY setting when humidity is low. 2. Use the REDUCES EXTERIOR MOIS- TURE setting if moisture forms on the outside of the refrigerator [...]

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    Adjusting the refrigerator shelves Shelves can be adjusted to match the way you use your refrigerator. To remove a shelf: 1. Remove all items from the shelf. 2. Slide shelf straight out to the stop. 3. Lii the front. 4. Slide shelf out the rest of the way. To replace a shelf: 1. Fit back of shelf on top of shelf guide with wire stops on the bottom [...]

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    Using the optional automatic ice maker If you plan to add an automatic ice maker later (Part No. IMKIT), there are a few things you will want to know: l The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm. Down . . . to make ice automatically. up . . . to shut off the ice maker. . . . NOTE: Do wnneded to the water w are aa~hed to the back of thQ . . pfrlaemtor c[...]

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    l Good water quality is important for good ice quality. It is not recommended that the be maker be connected to a softened water supply. Water softener chemicals, such as salt from a malfunctioning soft- ener, can damage the ice maker mold and lead to poor ice quality. If a softened water supply cannot be avoided, it is important that the water sof[...]

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    Saving energy You can help your refrigerator use less electricii. l Check door gaskets for a tight seal. Level the cabinet to be sure of a good seal. l Clean the condenser coils regularly. l Open the door as few times as possible. Think about what you need before you open the door. Get everything out at one time. Keep food organized so you won’t [...]

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    Caring For Your Refrigerator In This Section Page Page Cleaning your refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Power Interruptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Vscstlon and movlng care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service. However, ther[...]

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    1 PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN I Plastic parts (covers and paneW Soft, clean sponge or l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. soft, clean cloth with mild detergent and DO NOT USE paper towels, window sprays, warm water scouring cleansers or flammable fluids. These can scratch or damage material. See ‘Important Safety Instructions” on page 3. Defros[...]

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    Vacation and moving care Long vacations Remove all the food if you are going for a month or more. If your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic ice maker, turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead. When the last bad of ice drops, turn off the ice maker. Make sure all ice is dispensed out of mechanism. Unplug the refrige[...]

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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 Food placed in the refrigerator should be wrapped or stored in air and moisture proof material. This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrige[...]

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    Storing frozen food The freezer section is designed for storage of commercially 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 of successful freezing [...]

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    If You Need Assistance Or Service This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call. Part 1 of this section outlines possible problems, their causes, and actions you can take to solve each problem. Parts 2 and 3 tell you what to do if you still need assistance or service. When calling our toll- free telephone number for help or c[...]

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    PROBLEM The motor seems to run too much POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The condenser coils are dirty. Clean the coils (See page 14.) It is hot outside or in the room. On hot days, or if the room is too warm, the motor naturally runs longer. The door has been opened Open the door as few times as frequently. possible. A large amount of food has The motor wi[...]

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    ROPER” Refrigerator Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) ROPER WILL NOT PAY FOR ROPER WILL PAY FOR Replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Roper service company. Replacement par[...]