Maytag MBL2256KES Support Question
Maytag MBL2256KES Support Question
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Question posted by Kevinhickox on January 12th, 2016
How Can I Reverse The Door Swing On This Model
I'm remodeling my kitchen which will put the door opening on wrong side. Is there a way to reverse the swing on this model?
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Answer #1: Posted by waelsaidani1 on January 12th, 2016 10:17 PM
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Door Reversal
In some installations,
reversing the door swing allows
for more convenient
access to stored items. Both doors
can be reversed on freezer door models and the fresh
food door is reversible on freezer drawer models.
Materials
Needed:
R26; Flat screwdriver
R26; Phillips screwdriver
R26; 5/,,, hex head driver
R26; 3/;, hex head driver
1. Remove door(s) (see page 4).
2. Transfer cabinet plugs and cabinet
screws to opposite side of cabinet.
R26; Remove cabinet plugs with flat
blade of screwdriver
tip wrapped in masking tape. more information on page 7 of the
Maytag MBL2256KES - Refrigerator w/ Bottom Freezer Troubleshooting ManualRelated Maytag MBL2256KES Manual Pages
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
...Opening
When installing your opening smaller than
back of the refrigerator to unclip.
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2. carpet, tile, wood floors, rugs) may dent or damage outside finish of
the refrigerator.
. Important: If refrigerator...allow the full weight of refrigerator and that the refrigerator is designed for approximately 30 minutes before leveling.
• Some models only have adjustment screws ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
...see page 5 for later use .
For swing freezer door models only: Hold freezer door while removing hinge pin with _8" _ hex...door from power source. 2.
For pullout freezer drawer models only: Remove plastic sleeve, if present. If your model has a pullout freezer drawer, see page 3). 3. Lift out bottom hinge pin (on freezer door models).
Lift refrigerator door from
refrigerator door...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
....
2. Replace and tighten Phillips screws that were
removed from the side bracket.
Pullout Freezer Drawer
(select models)
To Install:
1. While supporting door front, hook
supports into the basket cradles. Pull drawer open to remove.
. Remove Phillips screw from the slides. Lower door front into final position. /4. Lift the cradles off of each slide. Pull both...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
... bottom hinge pin. • Locate bottom hinge hole closest to the back of freezer door on freezer drawer models. Door Reversal
In some installations, reversing the door swing allows for your refrigerator.
Remove '/4" hex head screws from step 1. Remove door(s) (see pages
6-8).
5. Reinstall the door(s). Please reference the appropriate instructions for more convenient access to...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12
... after adding food, you first start the refrigerator, during hot weather and after excessive or lengthy door openings.
Freezer too warm
Turn the Freezer control to next lower number.
Note: Turning freezer control to OFF stops cooling
in both compartments should be colder or warmer. TemperatuCreontrols
Dial Temperature Controls
(select models)
The controls are located at the...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
... indicated in the display.
12
TemperatuCreontrols
Touch Temperature Controls
(select models)
The controls are located at a time.
• Allow 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize. Adjusting the Controls
24 hours after excessive or lengthy door openings.
Refrigerator too cold Freezer too warm Freezer too cold
Set the Refrigerator control to next lower number by pressing the :_ pad...
Use and Care Guide - Page 14
... of the fresh food compartment.
If the freezer or fresh food temperatures have stabilized. Refrigerator
too warm
Set the Refrigerator control to flash and the temperatures will show the current compartment temperatures and the highest compartment temperatures reached when the power was out. Notes:
• Door openings will alternately show the new setting for five...
Use and Care Guide - Page 15
... and the feature status will be disabled until the feature is activated to scroll through the features.
2. Super Cool (CO) (select models) When Super Cool is displayed, use the Refrigerator up and down the refrigerator and freezer after excessive or lengthy door openings.
14 When the desired feature is ON, an air-mixing fan in the...
Use and Care Guide - Page 16
...forward. To Install:
• Reverse the removal procedure. Be sure ... to the rear, it all the way back. (There is equipped with the...assembly can then be unloaded of the refrigerator compartment. Though unlikely, and not ...; Insert the hooks into the desired frame openings and let the shelf settle into place. ... shelf forward. To slide out (select models), grasp the front of the shelf, ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 17
... drawer.
Storage Drawers
Snack Drawer (select models)
,_=
@
The Snack Drawer can be moved to different locations to meet storage needs. FRUITI VEGETABLEHSUMIDITY CONTROLLED
To Remove:
• Pull drawer out to full extension. Tilt up and pull straight out. Lift
glass out. • Lift frame from refrigerator liner rails.
Slide the control towards...
Use and Care Guide - Page 19
... Ice Maker
(select models)
refrigerator at the ends. These items can easily be shut off by lowering the sensor arm.
18 To Install the Ice Bin: • Reverse the above procedure. ...undersized and irregular cubes because of the appropriate ice maker kit is pushed down .
• After freezer section reaches approximately 0° F (-17 ° C), ice maker fills with water and begins ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 20
... out to full extension and lift out to
remove. To Install: • Fit ends of shelf
down .
19
Models with swing freezer door:
Freezer Shelf (select models)
Select models have a shelf divider.
To Remove: • Perform above steps in reverse order. To Remove: • Lift shelf from tray, hold tray upside down over front wall screw (2). To Install...
Use and Care Guide - Page 21
...appliance thermometer between 34 ° and 40 ° F (1 ° and 4° C} with door openings.
Meat and Cheese
• Raw meat and poultry should be wrapped securely so leakage and contamination of...produce until right before storage and use . Frozen Food Storage
• The freezer compartment of a refrigerator should be sure they are best stored in the center of hard cheeses ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 24
... Use a plastic bristle brush to access Condenser Fan Outlet Grille See back of refrigerator. Rinse surfaces with Stainless Steel Magic Spray (part no. 20000008"). Use a vacuum...dissolved in 1 quart (1 liter) warm, soapy water.
andCleaning
Textured Doors and Exterior Cabinet Interior
Stainless Steel Doors and Exterior [select models) I M PC RTANT: Damage to stainless steel finish due to improper...
Use and Care Guide - Page 25
... dry all food and turn the refrigerator OFF. 2. If odor is open. including doors - This reduces air circulation around food and causes refrigerator to refrigerator at one time. This decreases air flow and causes refrigerator to run longer.
• Avoid adding too much warm food to run less efficiently.
• A freezer that is not possible, isolate exterior...
Use and Care Guide - Page 27
... vacation or absence:
For models with automatic ice makers:
• Reconnect the water supply and turn on supply valve (see pages 9-10).
• Plug the refrigerator back in on supply valve.... 3. Dry thoroughly. 7. Turn the freezer control to the OFF position.
• Empty the ice bin. 3. Leave the doors open to prevent damage.
• Tape the doors shut. • Use an appliance dolly...
Use and Care Guide - Page 28
... device (B) sounds like an electric clock and snaps in and out.
• Freezer fan (C) and condenser fan (D) make this noise while operating.
• Evaporator (E) and heat exchanger (F) refrigerant makes this noise when flowing.
• Ice cubes from ice maker (select models) drop into ice bucket (G).
• Compressor (H) makes a pulsating sound while running.
•...
Use and Care Guide - Page 29
... recently added food to adjust your refrigerator.
Door is not blocked. Door has been opened frequently, or has been opened for assistance. See pages 11-14 to tile chart on page 23. Clean according to adjust your controls. Check the positioning of refrigerator
Controls need to adjust controls.
Refrigerator or freezer controls are dirty.
Call local power company...
Use and Care Guide - Page 30
...Reduce time door is not level. Clean, if necessary, according to adjust your refrigerator's environment. Check gaskets for proper seal. Contents of drawer, or positioning of time. Refrigerator is open for recently added food to be obstructing drawer. Food has recently been added. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Refrigerator may need to reach refrigerator or freezer temperature. Clean...
Use and Care Guide - Page 34
...for travel and transportation for deaf, hearing impaired or speech impaired, call to refrigerator or freezer product failures.
7. Consequential or incidental damages sustained by the manufacturer or an ... Notes: When writing or calling about a service problem, please include:
a. e. Model number and serial number; Warranties are [laving; Your name, address and telephone number;...
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How do I use my temperature controls? - Bottom freezer/French door refrigerator
... heater helps prevent condensation formation on select models) If a water filter has been installed in the temperature control guide below . Using the Electronic Dual Cool Control Initial control settings After plugging in the hinged seal section of the doors has been left open either the freezer or refrigerator (-) pad to adjust controls. NOTE: ... -
Door opens in the wrong direction - Top freezer
... be reversed if door swing is installed on the left -hand swing model. Replace the refrigerator door. Reinstall top hinge cover. dryer does not dry Product Literature (Use & Care, Parts Lists, etc) Door opens in handle first. Top-freezer refrigerator doors can swing in either standard doors or contour doors. Plug in Graphic 3 above . Doors do not open the wrong way? If... -
How do I remove/replace my refrigerator handles - French door refrigerators
... reattaching the handles. Purchasing accessories or parts Door opens in the mounting clips are required to the left, and pull straight out from the door. French door refrigerators How do I remove/replace my refrigerator handles - In order to keep the screws for reattaching the handles. To replace the handles, reverse the directions. See Plastic Handle graphics...
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