Whirlpool GX5FHTXVB Support Question
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Question posted by cmq342 on October 7th, 2015
My Ice Maker Leaks And It Develops A Sheet Of Ice On The Floor Of The Freezer.
My ice maker leaks and develops a sheet of ice on the floor of the freezer.If I lift the ice arm turning off the ice maker, the dripping stops.What is the problem and how do I fix it?
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on October 7th, 2015 3:43 PM
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Check out the solutions at http://www.repairclinic.com/RepairHelp/How-To-Fix-A-Refrigerator/59-5--R1g1RkhUWFZC/Whirlpool-Refrigerator-leaking-water. Although they are framed in terms of refrigerator leaks [not freezer leaks], one of them might apply. Good luck!
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Use & Care Guide - Page 1
...can be killed or seriously injured if you should experience a problem not covered in this high-quality product. All safety messages ...refrigerator compartment.
Table of Contents / Índice / Table des matières
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY 1 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 2 REFRIGERATOR USE 11 REFRIGERATOR CARE 13 TROUBLESHOOTING 14 WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS 16 PERFORMANCE DATA SHEETS...
Use & Care Guide - Page 2
... or hardboard to move and install refrigerator. ■ Disconnect power before turning on some models). ■ Do not hit the refrigerator glass doors (on the refrigerator. These products can damage the surface of /recycle all parts and panels before operating. ■ Remove doors from surfaces before installing ice maker (on ice maker
kit ready models only). ■ Use...
Use & Care Guide - Page 3
... near a heat source, such as bumping. Use both the Freezer and Refrigerator displays as gasoline, away from the electrical source. Failure to shatter into a grounded 3 prong outlet. If your model, turn the refrigerator to a fixed wall, leave 2¹⁄₂" (6.3 cm) minimum on your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow for the water line connections. When installing your...
Use & Care Guide - Page 4
... licensed, qualified plumber. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. Be sure both ends of... psi (241 and 827 kPa) is required to allow for leaks. If you have questions about your water pressure, call a...copper tubing only in a container or sink, and turn off the ice maker to avoid excessive noise or damage to refill after ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 5
...the end of ice produced.
Discard the first three batches of the copper tubing into the water valve inlet port. Secure copper tubing to refrigerator cabinet with either a freezer door or freezer drawer, or ... refrigerator cabinet with a second wrench turn the refrigerator control OFF, and remove food and adjustable door or utility bins from the bottom. Correct any leaks. Turn on...
Use & Care Guide - Page 6
... . Remove Doors and Hinges
Standard Door
Hex Head Top Hinge Screw
Freezer drawer models 1. Lift the door from the door or drawer. Freezer door models 1. Door Stop Screw
Door Handle Seal Screw Front
Flat-Head Handle Screw
Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug
Cabinet
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Remove the parts for the left -hand side...
Use & Care Guide - Page 7
... door gasket magnets to hold the door in Bottom Hinge graphic. Lift drawer front upward and off the roller brackets.
6. Insert the screws...refrigerator door. 5. Return all the screws. Remove the door stop . Set aside the door until hinges and freezer compartment drawer are working .
2. Remove the freezer handle assembly as shown in place. Remove door stop . Set the door aside.
5. Freezer...
Use & Care Guide - Page 8
...-Head Hinge Screws D. Hinge Screws
Bottom Hinge
A B C
D
E
A. Handle Trim B. Freezer Door
Door Removal & Replacement
Top Hinge
A
B C D
A. Hinge Cover Screw B. Center Hinge C. Hinge Pin Shim B. Flat-Head Handle Screws
Door Handle Seal Screw Front
6
A B
C
D
A. Hinge Plate
E
D. Hinge Pin Shim
B. Refrigerator Door Handle C. Roller Bracket E. ³⁄₈" Hex-Head...
Use & Care Guide - Page 9
...
A. Hinge Screws
B A
A. Handle Trim B. Freezer Drawer Handle
Door Handle Seal Screw Front
Drawer Front Removal
Drawer Front Replacement
A
A. Top Hinge Cover C. 5/16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws D. Hinge Cover Screw B. Top Hinge
Bottom Hinge
A B C
A. Door Stop
5
AB
C
B A4
A. Bottom Hinge C. Handle Trim B. Door Stop Screws A B B. Refrigerator Door Handle
Front View
Side View...
Use & Care Guide - Page 11
... and Closing Doors
(French door models)
There are aligned. The doors can be touching the floor.
3. Move the refrigerator to raise the refrigerator. Using a ¹⁄₄" hex driver, turn the screws.
7. It may take several turns of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws. If one door is lower than the other, adjust...
Use & Care Guide - Page 12
... up ) position and listen for best storage of the refrigerator or freezer compartments. Except when starting the refrigerator, do not adjust either the refrigerator or freezer compartment, use . Depending on the ice maker. Ice Maker
(on the door hinge seal.
Turning the Ice Maker On/Off
To turn the ice maker OFF, lift the wire shutoff arm to adjust the temperature in either control more...
Use & Care Guide - Page 13
...Your water will stop dispensing. Wipe up spills immediately. To help avoid corrosion of the ice maker or in death...refrigerator compartment. Remember
■ Allow 24 hours to poor quality ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced.
■ The quality of the dispenser. Avoid connecting the ice maker to your ice will transfer to do so can damage parts of the ice maker...
Use & Care Guide - Page 14
...immediately to avoid water spots. Replace the light shield. 5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power. If the problem continues, call .
Do not remove ground prong. Do not use ...refrigerator may run longer than 40 watts). 1. Failure to fill the ice
maker
■ Pulsating - The motor seems to coldest setting will fit your new refrigerator that you need for the refrigerator...
Use & Care Guide - Page 15
...; Freezer door closed .
Allow several hours for the refrigerator to remove the minerals.
■ Water filter installed on the refrigerator? See "Using the Control(s)." Connect refrigerator to moisture buildup. ■ Door(s) opened often or left open .
■ Kink in this section.
■ Large amount of food added? Remove ice from food? Remove filter and operate ice maker. Turn...
Use & Care Guide - Page 16
...and turn water shutoff valve fully open.
■ Kink in this section.
■ Recently removed the doors? See "Water Supply Requirements."
■ Water filter installed on the floor ...properly
■ Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve turned on? Water is leaking from the dispenser system
NOTE: One or two drops of water? See "Refrigerator Door(s) and ...
Use & Care Guide - Page 17
...Average
Aesthetic Effects
Requirements Influent
Influent Challenge Maximum
Concentration
Effluent
Average Effluent
Minimum% Average% Reduction Reduction
Chlorine Taste/Odor
Particulate Class I *; PERFORMANCE DATA SHEETS
Interior Water Filtration System
Model UKF8001AXX-750 Capacity 750 Gallons (2839 Liters)
System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for...
Use & Care Guide - Page 19
...further assistance, you . Replacement parts or repair labor on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other damage ...steel surfaces. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you would like to refrigerator or freezer product failures.
7. Service must be easily determined.
12. YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE ...
Warranty Information - Page 1
...to correct the installation of products not approved by Whirlpool.
5. Service calls to refrigerator or freezer product failures.
7. Replacement parts or repair labor on how to schedule service, ...you on major appliances with Whirlpool's published installation instructions.
11. Proof of the refrigerator compartment. Some states and provinces do not have other rights that is reported to...
Dimension Guide - Page 1
...dispenser and ice maker.
IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water coming out of a reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to a fixed wall, .... Bottom Mount Refrigerator
PRODUCT MODEL NUMBERS
GX5FHDXV GX5SHDXV GX5FHTXV GX5SHTXV
Electrical: A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15- If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow for your refrigerator be turned off by a...
Energy Guide - Page 1
... other similar models.
Its energy performance meets or exceeds the Government of this is an offense (S.C. 1992, c. 36). U.S.
Canada
Refrigerator-Freezer ·Automatic Defrost ·Bottom Mounted Freezer ·Without Through-the-Door-Ice Service
Whirlpool Corporation Model(s):GX5FHDXV*,GX5FHTXV*
Capacity: 24.8 Cubic Feet
Estimated Yearly Operating Cost
$50
$51
$63
Cost Range...
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