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Question posted by laurahhhhh on September 6th, 2012

My Refigerator And Freezer Isnt Cold. What Woud Cause This? Please Help.

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Answer #1: Posted by trent913 on September 6th, 2012 8:42 AM

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Check the thermostat dial, try setting it to coldest. If this doesn't help, you could have a coolant leak, also check the seals around the refrigerators's doors... hope this helps (:

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

...your cold water...cu.ft. 30 3/4" 32 1/2" 32 3/4" 65 1/2" 66 1/4" INTEGRATED MODELS 19 cu.ft. 22 cu.ft. 31 1/2" 31 1/2" 29 1/2" 32 1/2" 30 1/8" 33 1/8" 65 1/2" 65 1/2" 66 1/2" 66 1/2" 3 " (7.5 cm) 1/2" (1.25 cm) 2" (5.08 cm) To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator be a minimum of the refrigerator... "A" STANDARD MODELS 18 cu.ft. 29 3/8" 19 cu.ft. 30 3/4" 21 cu.ft. 29 3/8" Cab...

Owners Manual - Page 1

... 32 ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR .... 33 DÉPANNAGE 34 ACCESSOIRES 36 GARANTIE 37 REFRIGERATOR SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others . This is , tell you how to potential ...you and others are not followed. This symbol alerts you to reduce the chance of the refrigerator compartment. All safety messages will tell you don't follow the safety alert symbol and either...

Owners Manual - Page 2

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator WARNING Suffocation Hazard Remove doors from the freezer and cause icicles to form. Remove the Packaging Do not use an extension cord. ■ Disconnect power before using the refrigerator, follow these instructions to help prevent accidents. If the insert is normal. Clean Before Using After you are...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... turned off by a switch. NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to swing open. Location Requirements WARNING Electrical Requirements WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away ...

Owners Manual - Page 4

.... Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to refill after heavy usage. Using a cordless drill, drill a ¹⁄₄" hole in areas where the household temperatures will help avoid damage to the water pipe. Copper tubing D. Shutoff valve G. Flush the tubing until water is under the pipe clamp. Connect to 3.18 cm) vertical cold water pipe near the refrigerator. Do...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... not use an extension cord. Do not use an adapter. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. NOTE: Allow 24 hours to the opposite side of freezer door. Refrigerator Doors TOOLS NEEDED hex-head socket wrench, #2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-blade screwdriver open in the opposite direction, follow the instructions for the center hinge as...

Owners Manual - Page 6

Remove the hex-head hinge screws from both the freezer and the refrigerator doors and move them to the opposite side. Remove the door stops ...up the doors so that they open in the opposite direction, follow these steps. Cabinet 1. See Graphic 5. Replace the refrigerator door. Assemble the parts for the center hinge as shown and tighten all models) NOTE: Graphic may be reversed if ...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...reverse the door swing for a contour door simply 1-1 reverse the hinges. Door Swing Reversal." Freezer Handle 4 A 7 A. Door Handle Screw Cover A. Flat-Head Handle Screw B. Top ...View 5 A. Center Hinge B Hex-Head Hinge Screws Bottom Hinge A B A. Door Stop Screw A B B. Refrigerator Handle C. Door Handle Seal Screw Front 6-2 A 6-3 B C A. Refer to the indicated graphics found in "...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...the cabinet to the right. CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT: REFRIGERATOR too warm REFRIGERATOR or TEMPERATURE Control one setting higher FREEZER too warm/too little ice FREEZER or TEMPERATURE Control one setting higher MAX ice production switch REFRIGERATOR too cold REFRIGERATOR or TEMPERATURE Control one setting lower FREEZER too cold FREEZER or TEMPERATURE Control one on the right and one...

Owners Manual - Page 9

...and not corrosion-proof. This can result in normal home operating environments. Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. You must thoroughly clean both sections about once a month to avoid... to do so can cause damage to the ice container and the dispenser mechanism. ■ Do not store anything sharp to break up ) position. To help avoid corrosion of ice in...

Owners Manual - Page 10

... surfaces with soft cloth. 10 Remove the bulb from behind the light shield in the freezer (on . Move food packages away from behind the control panel in the refrigerator or from door. ■ Bin or shelf in refrigerator or reconnect power. 1. Push bin or shelf back in the correct position. ■ Crisper cover...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... indication of low water pressure. ■ Water shutoff valve not fully open? This can cause discolored or off-flavored ice. ■ Ice stored too long? New plumbing connections can ... contact your cold water supply? Adjust the control(s) a setting colder. Make sure wire shutoff arm or switch (depending on ? Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation for the refrigerator to your ...

Owners Manual - Page 12

...model number ready. WHIRLPOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Service calls to refrigerator or freezer product failures. 7. Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment. For assistance or service in accordance with Whirlpool's published installation instructions. 11. Pickup and delivery...

Energy Guide - Page 1

Refrigerator-Freezer • Automatic Defrost • Top-Mounted Freezer • Without Through-The-Door-Ice Whirlpool Corporation Models: ET8WTK*K*1*, ET8WTM*K*0* Capacity: 18.2 Cubic Feet Estimated Yearly Operating Cost $52 ▼ $42 $52 Cost Range of Similar Models 484 kWh Estimated Yearly Electricity Use Your cost will depend ...

Warranty - Page 1

Service calls to refrigerator or freezer product failures. 7. Consumable parts are excluded from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.... this limited warranty. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment. Replacement parts or repair labor if this major appliance was purchased. This major appliance is intended to be...

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