Whirlpool RTl4VK manual

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    D UseAndCare A Note To You ........................ .2 Refrigerator Safety ................ .3 Parts And Features ............... .4 Before Using Your Refrigerator.. ................. .6 Using Your Refrigerator.. ...... .6 Setting the controls .............. .6 Changing the control settings ...................... . Adjusting the refrigerator shelve[...]

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    A Note To You Thank you for buying a Roper@ appliance. Roper appliances give you all the functionality of name brand appliances at a value price. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please rea[...]

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    Refrigerator Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the symbol. This symbol alerts you to such dangers 1 electrical shock. * ’ ( as personal injury burns fire and IMPORT[...]

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    Parts And Features Below are illustrations of your appliance with the parts and features called out. To help you find information on specific parts or features faster, page references are included. Model RT14VK Partial freezer shelf Control panel (P- 8) Model and serial number label (on side wall) Adjustable wire shelves - (P- 10) Crisper cover (P-[...]

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    Model RT14ZK Ice cube traya - @- 10) Partial freezer shelf Control pant (P- 8) Model and serial numlx label (on sldc wall) Adjustable wire shelves @- 10) Crisper cove @- 10) Crisper A (P. 10) J- I !I - I !rH e Control panel Juice can - rack Butter - compartment Leveling legs and -rollers (p. 7) (under refrigerator) Refrigerator control Power saving[...]

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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. Cleaning your refrigerator Removing packaging materials NOTE: Do not remove any permanent Remove tape and any inside labels (except instruction labels inside your refrige[...]

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    Installing it properly 1. Allow 3 inches (7.5 cm) between over- head cabinets and the refrigerator top. 2. Allow at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) between the condenser coils (on back of cabinet) and the back wall. 3. Allow 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) on each side of the cabinet for easier installation. 4. If the hinge side of the refrigerator is to be against a wal[...]

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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 some of the features in your refrigerator, and how to save energy. Setting the controls Temperature controls Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are[...]

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    Changing the control settings If you need to adjust temperatures in the l Adjust the Refrigerator Control first. refrigerator or freezer, use the settings listed l Wait at least 24 hours between in the chart below as a guide. If you have questions, call us at l-800-447-6737. adjustments. l Then adjust the Freezer Control if needed. CONDITION: Refri[...]

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    Adjusting the refrigerator shelves Adjust shelves to match the way you use your refrigerator. To remove a shelf: I. 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 of the gu[...]

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    Using the automatic ice maker (optional accessory) If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, or if you plan to add one later, here are a few things you will want to know. . The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm. DOWN to make ice automatically UP to shut off ice maker IMPORTANT: Do not turn the ice maker ON until it is connected to a water su[...]

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    Changing the light bulb Electrical Shock Hazard Before removing a light bulb or removing a light shield for cleaning, either unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the electric- ity leading to it at the main power supply. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock. To change refrigerator light: 1. Disconnect refrigerator from power supply. 2.[...]

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    Saving energy You can help your refrigerator use less electricity. 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 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 f&duct 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 liiiil Both the [...]

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    PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN 1 Plastic parts (covers and panels) Defrost pan (on top of motor-behind refrigerator) Soft, clean sponge or soft, clean cloth with mild detergent and warm water Sponge or cloth with mild detergent and warm water l Wash, rinse and dry thoroughly. DO NOT USE paper towels, window sprays, scouring cleansers or flammable fl[...]

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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. Moving 1. 2. 3. Use up any perishables. Freeze other items. 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. l Empty the ice bin. Long vacation[...]

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    Power interruptions If electricity goes off, call the power com- pany. Ask how long power will be off. 1. If service will be interrupted 24 hours or less, keep both doors closed. This helps foods stay frozen. 2. If service will be interrupted longer than 24 hours: (a) Remove all frozen food and store in a frozen food locker. OR (b) Place 2 Ibs. (0.[...]

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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 commercially frozen food and for freezing food at home. NOTE: For further information about prepar- ing 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 freezin[...]

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    Troubleshooting Listed in the chart below are the most common problems consumers run into with their refrigerator. Please read through this chart before calling for service. It could save you the cost of a service call. PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Your refrigera- tor will not operate Is the power supply cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with [...]

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    Requesting Assistance Or Service Before calling for assistance or service, please check ‘Troubleshooting” on page 24. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* . . . Ea Call our toil-free telephone w number. Dial free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: l-80044-ROPER ([...]

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    Index This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the page number. TOPIC PAGE CARE Moving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Power interruptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Vacation . . . . . [...]

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    ROPER” Refrigerator Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects WARRANTY in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by (from date of purchase) an authorized Roper service company. FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) FSP replacement parts and repair lab[...]