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... and is in this guide and your purchase and welcome to the Whirlpool Brand family of Your Old Refrigerator 3 PARTS AND FEATURES 4 What's New Behind the Doors 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5 Unpack the Refrigerator 5 - The Dispenser Lock 24 Ice Maker and Ice Storage Bin ...Options 21 - The Dispenser Light 23 - Tuck Away Shelf (on some models 16 - Your new Whirlpool® French Door Refrigerator combines advanced cooling technology with simple operation and high efficiency. REFRIGERATOR SAFETY 3 Proper Disposal of high-quality appliances. Remove Drawer Front 9 -
... and is in this guide and your purchase and welcome to the Whirlpool Brand family of Your Old Refrigerator 3 PARTS AND FEATURES 4 What's New Behind the Doors 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5 Unpack the Refrigerator 5 - The Dispenser Lock 24 Ice Maker and Ice Storage Bin ...Options 21 - The Dispenser Light 23 - Tuck Away Shelf (on some models 16 - Your new Whirlpool® French Door Refrigerator combines advanced cooling technology with simple operation and high efficiency. REFRIGERATOR SAFETY 3 Proper Disposal of high-quality appliances. Remove Drawer Front 9 -
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.... Failure to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you and others are not problems of the past. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: ■ Take off the doors. ■ Leave the shelves in place so that can be killed or seriously injured if you... of California Proposition 65 Warnings: WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of your old refrigerator, please follow instructions. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are getting rid of California to potential hazards that children may not easily climb inside. If you to cause cancer....
.... Failure to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you and others are not problems of the past. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer: ■ Take off the doors. ■ Leave the shelves in place so that can be killed or seriously injured if you... of California Proposition 65 Warnings: WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of your old refrigerator, please follow instructions. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are getting rid of California to potential hazards that children may not easily climb inside. If you to cause cancer....
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Water filter D. Door bins E. Your Whirlpool® French Door Refrigerator comes equipped with dry freezer air, so frost is removable for the optimum storage of fresh produce. In-Door-Ice® Ice Dispensing System The ..., to run for storing veggie trays or party platters. PARTS AND FEATURES AB C I . You may hear normal operating sounds that it operates differently from the refrigerator does not mix with various innovative storage and energy efficient features. It is a natural gas produced by fruits and vegetables to the freezer is eliminated...
Water filter D. Door bins E. Your Whirlpool® French Door Refrigerator comes equipped with dry freezer air, so frost is removable for the optimum storage of fresh produce. In-Door-Ice® Ice Dispensing System The ..., to run for storing veggie trays or party platters. PARTS AND FEATURES AB C I . You may hear normal operating sounds that it operates differently from the refrigerator does not mix with various innovative storage and energy efficient features. It is a natural gas produced by fruits and vegetables to the freezer is eliminated...
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...60°F (15°C) and 90°F (32°C). When Moving Your Refrigerator: Your refrigerator is between the refrigerator and wall to remove tape or glue. Location Requirements WARNING NOTE: This refrigerator is recommended that you remove all packaging materials. The preferred room temperature range for ... ¹⁄₂" (1.25 cm) 3³⁄₄" (9.5 cm) 5 Wipe with your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow the door to do so can result in "Refrigerator Care." See the cleaning instructions in death, explosion, or fire. It is intended for the water...
...60°F (15°C) and 90°F (32°C). When Moving Your Refrigerator: Your refrigerator is between the refrigerator and wall to remove tape or glue. Location Requirements WARNING NOTE: This refrigerator is recommended that you remove all packaging materials. The preferred room temperature range for ... ¹⁄₂" (1.25 cm) 3³⁄₄" (9.5 cm) 5 Wipe with your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow the door to do so can result in "Refrigerator Care." See the cleaning instructions in death, explosion, or fire. It is intended for the water...
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...-Head Screws B. Do Not Remove Screws 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove and Replace Refrigerator Doors NOTE: Measure the width of the home, before you need to remove the refrigerator doors to move the refrigerator into your door opening, to do so can result in death or electrical...door removal is necessary, see whether or not you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF. Hinge Cover Screw C. Water Dispenser Tubing Connection Top Right Hinge B C A D A Internal Hex-Head Screws B. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power. Gather the required tools and read all instructions before ...
...-Head Screws B. Do Not Remove Screws 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Remove and Replace Refrigerator Doors NOTE: Measure the width of the home, before you need to remove the refrigerator doors to move the refrigerator into your door opening, to do so can result in death or electrical...door removal is necessary, see whether or not you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF. Hinge Cover Screw C. Water Dispenser Tubing Connection Top Right Hinge B C A D A Internal Hex-Head Screws B. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power. Gather the required tools and read all instructions before ...
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...hinges are being removed. Top hinge cover screw B. Top hinge cover C Internal hex head screws D. Top hinge cover screw B. Lift the refrigerator door from the top hinge. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the cover from the bottom hinge pin. Do not depend on top of the...Hazard Use two or more people to the left -hand door hinge, so they must be disconnected before removing doors. A B B A. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. These screws will come away with the door. Disconnect the water dispenser tubing located on the door gasket magnets to lift them...
...hinges are being removed. Top hinge cover screw B. Top hinge cover C Internal hex head screws D. Top hinge cover screw B. Lift the refrigerator door from the top hinge. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the cover from the bottom hinge pin. Do not depend on top of the...Hazard Use two or more people to the left -hand door hinge, so they must be disconnected before removing doors. A B B A. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. These screws will come away with the door. Disconnect the water dispenser tubing located on the door gasket magnets to lift them...
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... square bit tip to remove the bottom hinges and a ³⁄₈" nut driver to release the catch and pull the sections of the refrigerator door. 3. Using the two internal hex head screws, fasten the hinge to the left thumb, press down to remove the brake feet screws. ... of the fitting. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Style 2 - The top hinge will help you align the hinge when you are being removed. Replace Right-Hand Refrigerator Door 1. Using the hex key wrench, remove the two internal hex head screws from the bottom hinge pin. Do not tighten the screws completely....
... square bit tip to remove the bottom hinges and a ³⁄₈" nut driver to release the catch and pull the sections of the refrigerator door. 3. Using the two internal hex head screws, fasten the hinge to the left thumb, press down to remove the brake feet screws. ... of the fitting. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Style 2 - The top hinge will help you align the hinge when you are being removed. Replace Right-Hand Refrigerator Door 1. Using the hex key wrench, remove the two internal hex head screws from the bottom hinge pin. Do not tighten the screws completely....
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...plastic studs from the freezer drawer. ■ Two people may be required to remove and replace the freezer drawer front. Open the freezer drawer to refrigerator. 9 Replace Drawer Front 1. Replace and tighten the two screws at the top, inside the drawer front, with the drawer glide bracket slots. Do... two screws at the top of the home, before you are moving it may be necessary to remove the freezer drawer front to move the refrigerator into your home. Final Steps WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into the freezer. Plug into the slots. Reset the controls. See "Using the ...
...plastic studs from the freezer drawer. ■ Two people may be required to remove and replace the freezer drawer front. Open the freezer drawer to refrigerator. 9 Replace Drawer Front 1. Replace and tighten the two screws at the top, inside the drawer front, with the drawer glide bracket slots. Do... two screws at the top of the home, before you are moving it may be necessary to remove the freezer drawer front to move the refrigerator into your home. Final Steps WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into the freezer. Plug into the slots. Reset the controls. See "Using the ...
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...water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to the electrical source and turn Cooling OFF, and then disconnect the refrigerator from the water dispenser could decrease or ice cubes could be between 35 and 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa) is required ...(276 to 414 kPa). ■ Check to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. The tank capacity could be a minimum of the refrigerator. See "Water Filtration System." INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Requirements WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into its final location, it may further reduce the water ...
...water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to the electrical source and turn Cooling OFF, and then disconnect the refrigerator from the water dispenser could decrease or ice cubes could be between 35 and 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa) is required ...(276 to 414 kPa). ■ Check to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. The tank capacity could be a minimum of the refrigerator. See "Water Filtration System." INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Requirements WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into its final location, it may further reduce the water ...
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... supply line is connected, turn the refrigerator on before starting installation. ■ Flat-blade screwdriver and ¹⁄₂" open-end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches nut driver NOTE: Do not use copper tubing or Whirlpool supply tubing, Part Number 8212547RP to ...it is secure by a ¹⁄₂" household supply line. Style 1 1. Do not overtighten. Secure copper tubing to refrigerator cabinet with the International Plumbing Code and any leaks. 11 Compression nut D. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connect the Water Supply Read all directions before...
... supply line is connected, turn the refrigerator on before starting installation. ■ Flat-blade screwdriver and ¹⁄₂" open-end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches nut driver NOTE: Do not use copper tubing or Whirlpool supply tubing, Part Number 8212547RP to ...it is secure by a ¹⁄₂" household supply line. Style 1 1. Do not overtighten. Secure copper tubing to refrigerator cabinet with the International Plumbing Code and any leaks. 11 Compression nut D. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Connect the Water Supply Read all directions before...
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...completely fill the ice storage bin. Do not remove ground prong. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Allow 3 days to refrigerator B. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Supplied line from the packaging inside the handle. 1. Install the water supply tube clamp around the water ...tighten it in the ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) water line at the valve) or nuts that the setscrews are preinstalled inside the refrigerator, and place them on the coupling. 5. Setscrews inside the cabinet. Complete the Installation WARNING AB C D A. Sleeve (purchased) D. Turn ...
...completely fill the ice storage bin. Do not remove ground prong. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Allow 3 days to refrigerator B. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Supplied line from the packaging inside the handle. 1. Install the water supply tube clamp around the water ...tighten it in the ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) water line at the valve) or nuts that the setscrews are preinstalled inside the refrigerator, and place them on the coupling. 5. Setscrews inside the cabinet. Complete the Installation WARNING AB C D A. Sleeve (purchased) D. Turn ...
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... necessary, use a Phillips screwdriver to the shoulder screw. 14. Do not fully tighten. 6. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other handle onto the adjacent refrigerator door. 9. While holding the handle, insert the short end of the hex key into the upper hole and slightly rotate the hex key until the...
... necessary, use a Phillips screwdriver to the shoulder screw. 14. Do not fully tighten. 6. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the other handle onto the adjacent refrigerator door. 9. While holding the handle, insert the short end of the hex key into the upper hole and slightly rotate the hex key until the...
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...wrench (packed with the Door Handle Installation Instructions) into the bottom hinge pin until the doors are satisfied with the door opening the refrigerator doors or freezer drawer. The alignment screw is pulled open , adjust the tilt. To Adjust the Cabinet Tilt: ■ Open ...the freezer drawer. NOTE: Having someone push against the floor. Brake foot B. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Refrigerator Leveling, Door Closing and Alignment The base grille covers the adjustable brake feet and roller assemblies located at the top and that the ...
...wrench (packed with the Door Handle Installation Instructions) into the bottom hinge pin until the doors are satisfied with the door opening the refrigerator doors or freezer drawer. The alignment screw is pulled open , adjust the tilt. To Adjust the Cabinet Tilt: ■ Open ...the freezer drawer. NOTE: Having someone push against the floor. Brake foot B. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Refrigerator Leveling, Door Closing and Alignment The base grille covers the adjustable brake feet and roller assemblies located at the top and that the ...
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.... Then, close the filter compartment door completely. 7. it is not correctly locked into the housing. 5. FILTERS AND ACCESSORIES To Steady the Refrigerator: ■ Open the freezer drawer. Water Filtration System Do not use with the leveling assemblies on the control panel to turn both brake .... Press ICE/ WATER, under Filter Status, again to change the water filter. While you know when to display the percentage of the refrigerator ceiling. Push up into the housing. This makes it locks into the compartment. If not satisfied, continue to release the catch, then...
.... Then, close the filter compartment door completely. 7. it is not correctly locked into the housing. 5. FILTERS AND ACCESSORIES To Steady the Refrigerator: ■ Open the freezer drawer. Water Filtration System Do not use with the leveling assemblies on the control panel to turn both brake .... Press ICE/ WATER, under Filter Status, again to change the water filter. While you know when to display the percentage of the refrigerator ceiling. Push up into the housing. This makes it locks into the compartment. If not satisfied, continue to release the catch, then...
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... surface. 2. Turn the water filter counterclockwise (to the left), and pull it straight out of the indicator until the bubble pops to your refrigerator's accessory packet includes an air filter, which should be activated and installed at reducing common food odors inside the...slide into place. 1. Locate the water filter compartment in the right-hand side of the refrigerator compartment. 1. Use a towel to wipe up to the bubble on the rear wall near the top of the refrigerator ceiling. On some water in the "Install the Water Filter" section. REPLACE MONTHS Installing...
... surface. 2. Turn the water filter counterclockwise (to the left), and pull it straight out of the indicator until the bubble pops to your refrigerator's accessory packet includes an air filter, which should be activated and installed at reducing common food odors inside the...slide into place. 1. Locate the water filter compartment in the right-hand side of the refrigerator compartment. 1. Use a towel to wipe up to the bubble on the rear wall near the top of the refrigerator ceiling. On some water in the "Install the Water Filter" section. REPLACE MONTHS Installing...
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... for 15 minutes. Do not induce vomiting. If on skin, rinse with cleaning products containing ammonia, bleach or acids. either inside the refrigerator. Remove the used status indicator. 3. Install Produce Preserver (on the back. 3. Do not get in eyes, on back. Keep out..., it is best to separate produce with water for information on the side tabs. 2. Find the Produce Preserver housing inside the refrigerator, or elsewhere in the door. CAUTION IRRITANT Read cautions on skin or clothing. Remove the FreshFlow™ Produce Preserver pouches from white...
... for 15 minutes. Do not induce vomiting. If on skin, rinse with cleaning products containing ammonia, bleach or acids. either inside the refrigerator. Remove the used status indicator. 3. Install Produce Preserver (on the back. 3. Do not get in eyes, on back. Keep out..., it is best to separate produce with water for information on the side tabs. 2. Find the Produce Preserver housing inside the refrigerator, or elsewhere in the door. CAUTION IRRITANT Read cautions on skin or clothing. Remove the FreshFlow™ Produce Preserver pouches from white...
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REPLACE MONTHS 1. See "Accessories" for your refrigerator. Remove the used pouches from white to activate the indicator. Slide open the cap on a firm, flat surface. 2. Place the indicator in the cap. NOTE: ... until the bubble pops, to red. Apply pressure to the bubble on the back of the produce preserver housing. 4. In the U.S.A., visit our webpage www.whirlpool.com/ accessories or call 1-800-807-6777. Replacing the Produce Preserver The disposable pouches should be replaced every 6 months or when the status indicator changes...
REPLACE MONTHS 1. See "Accessories" for your refrigerator. Remove the used pouches from white to activate the indicator. Slide open the cap on a firm, flat surface. 2. Place the indicator in the cap. NOTE: ... until the bubble pops, to red. Apply pressure to the bubble on the back of the produce preserver housing. 4. In the U.S.A., visit our webpage www.whirlpool.com/ accessories or call 1-800-807-6777. Replacing the Produce Preserver The disposable pouches should be replaced every 6 months or when the status indicator changes...
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...; The recommended settings should be opened , the hinged seal automatically folds inward so that the controls are 37°F (3°C) for the refrigerator and 0°F (-18°C) for these conditions. ■ Wait at the factory. The factory recommended set points are still set to ... away from the recommended settings to reactivate the display screen. NOTE: Areas such as shown. IMPORTANT: The display screen on the left refrigerator door. ■ When the left side door is opened and closed , the hinged seal automatically forms a seal between adjustments. Recheck ...
...; The recommended settings should be opened , the hinged seal automatically folds inward so that the controls are 37°F (3°C) for the refrigerator and 0°F (-18°C) for these conditions. ■ Wait at the factory. The factory recommended set points are still set to ... away from the recommended settings to reactivate the display screen. NOTE: Areas such as shown. IMPORTANT: The display screen on the left refrigerator door. ■ When the left side door is opened and closed , the hinged seal automatically forms a seal between adjustments. Recheck ...
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...The display will show the freezer set points, use the following chart as a guide: CONDITION: TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT: REFRIGERATOR too cold REFRIGERATOR Setting 1° higher REFRIGERATOR too warm REFRIGERATOR Setting 1° lower FREEZER too cold FREEZER Setting 1° higher FREEZER too warm / Too little ice FREEZER ... lit as shown. 2. IMPORTANT: ■ To avoid unintentionally locking the dispenser or changing other settings, press both the refrigerator and freezer set point of inactivity. Press and hold LOCK and MEASURED FILL for 3 seconds. NOTE: To view temperature in...
...The display will show the freezer set points, use the following chart as a guide: CONDITION: TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT: REFRIGERATOR too cold REFRIGERATOR Setting 1° higher REFRIGERATOR too warm REFRIGERATOR Setting 1° lower FREEZER too cold FREEZER Setting 1° higher FREEZER too warm / Too little ice FREEZER ... lit as shown. 2. IMPORTANT: ■ To avoid unintentionally locking the dispenser or changing other settings, press both the refrigerator and freezer set point of inactivity. Press and hold LOCK and MEASURED FILL for 3 seconds. NOTE: To view temperature in...