BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATORgscs-b2c.lge.com/downloadFile?fileId=KROWM000149492.pdf · BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR User’s Guide Please read this guide thoroughly before operating

BOTTOM FREEZERREFRIGERATORUser’s GuidePlease read this guide thoroughly before operating andkeep it handy for reference at all times.

CONGÉLATEURINFÉRIEURRÉFRIGÉRATEURGuide d’Utilisation etd’EntretienVeuillez lire ce manuel en entier avant de mettre enmarche l'unité et conservez-le à portée de la main pour leconsulter à tout moment.

COMBINADOFRIGORÍFICO ECONGELADORGuia do Utilizador Por favor, leia este guia completo antes de utilizar o seuaparelho e conserve-o para futuras consultas.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

English Version 2

Safety Instructions 3–4

Parts and Features 5

Refrigerator Installation 6–13

Unpacking Your Refrigerator 6

Installation 6

Base Cover 6

Removing and Replacing Your Refrigerator Handles and Doors 7–12

Leveling and Door Alignment 13

Using Your Refrigerator 14–23

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 14

Multi-Flow 14

Setting the Controls 14

Adjusting Control Settings 15

Food Storage Guide 15

Storing Frozen Food 16

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Water Dispenser 16

Refrigerator Shelves 17

Bottle Holder (Optional) 17

Optibin Crisper 18

Crisper Humidity Control 18

Removing Crisper 18

Crisper Cover with Lattice on inner Surface 19

Glide N Serve 20

Modular Door Bin 20

Dairy Bin (Optional) 21

Egg Box (Optional) 21

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Tilting Door 21

Ice Bin 21

Tilt-Out Door Basket (Optional) 22

Durabase 22

Durabase Divider 22

Pull out Drawer 22

Filter 23

Care and Cleaning 24–25

General Cleaning Tips 24

Outside 24

Inside Walls 24

Door Liner and Gaskets 24

Plastic Parts 24

Condenser Coils 24

Light Bulb Replacement 24–25

Power Interruptions 25

When you go on vacation 25

When you move 25

About the Automatic Icemaker 26

Connecting the Water Line 27–29

Troubleshooting Guide 30-33

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazardsthat can kill or hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product.

All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal wordDANGER, WARNING, CAUTION. These words mean:

ww WARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, orinjury to persons when using your product,basic safety precautions should be followed,including the following:Read all instructions before using this appliance.• NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the

power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull itstraight out from the outlet.

• Repair or replace immediately all electric servicecords that have become frayed or otherwisedamaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks orabrasion damage along its length or at either theplug or connector end.

• When moving your refrigerator away from the wall,be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammablevapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or anyother appliance.

• DO NOT allow children to climb, stand or hang onthe refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator.They could damage the refrigerator and seriouslyinjure themselves.

• Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearancesbetween the doors and cabinet are necessarily small.Be careful closing doors when children are in the area.

• Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or makingany repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicingbe performed by a qualified individual.

• Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplugthe refrigerator or turn off power at the circuitbreaker or fuse box in order to avoid contact with alive wire filament. (A burned-out light bulb maybreak when being replaced.) NOTE: Setting either or both controls to the OFFposition does not remove power to the light circuit.

• This refrigerator must be properly installed inaccordance with the Attention InstallerInstructions that were taped to the front of therefrigerator.

• After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touchthe cold surfaces in the freezer compartment whenhands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to theextremely cold surfaces.

• In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoidcontact with the moving parts of the ejectormechanism, or with the heating element thatreleases the cubes. DO NOT place fingers orhands on the automatic icemaking mechanismwhile the refrigerator is plugged in.

• DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawedcompletely. The United States Department ofAgriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:…You may safely refreeze frozen foods that havethawed if they still contain ice crystals or if theyare still cold—below 4°C.…Thawed ground meats, poultry or fish that haveany off-odor or off-color should not be refrozenand should not be eaten. Thawed ice creamshould be discarded. If the odor or color of anyfood is poor or questionable, get rid of it. The foodmay be dangerous to eat.Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces theeating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetablesand prepared foods. The eating quality of red meatsis affected less than that of many other foods. Userefrozen foods as soon as possible to save asmuch of their quality as you can.

• Do not modify or extendthe Power Cord length.It will cause electric shockor fire.

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

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You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.ww WARNING

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell youwhat can happen if the instructions are not followed.

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3SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Child entrapment and suffocation are notproblems of the past. Junked or abandonedrefrigerators are still dangerous…even if they willsit for just a few days. If you are getting rid ofyour old refrigerator, please follow theinstructions at right to help prevent accidents.

BEFORE YOU THROW AWAYYOUR OLD REFRIGERATOROR FREEZER• Take off the doors.

• Leave the shelves in place sothat children may not easilyclimb inside.

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ww DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

CFC DISPOSAL

Your old refrigerator may have a cooling systemthat used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs arebelieved to harm stratospheric ozone.

If you are throwing away your old refrigerator,make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed forproper disposal by a qualified servicer. If youintentionally release this CFC refrigerant, you canbe subject to fines and imprisonment underprovisions of environmental legislation.

PARTS AND FEATURES

Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included foryour convenience.

NOTE: This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may havesome or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match yourmodel.

Refrigerator Light

Filter (Inside)

Modular Door Bin

Shelves

Optibin Crisper

(Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisper)

Glide N Serve

Customcube Icemaker

Ice Bin

Pull out Drawer

Durabase

Divider

Tilt-Out Door Basket (Optional)

Dairy Bin (Optional)

Egg Box (Optional)

Bottle Holder (Optional)

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATORRemove tape and any temporary labels from yourrefrigerator before using. Do not remove anywarning-type labels, the model and serial numberlabel, or the TechSheet that is attached to backwall of the refrigerator.

To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub thearea briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residuecan also be easily removed by rubbing a smallamount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive withyour fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol,flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners to removetape or glue. These products can damage thesurface of your refrigerator. For more information,see the Important Safety Instructions section.

Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shippingposition.

Please reinstall shelves according to yourindividual storage needs.

INSTALLATION1. To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. If

required, adjust the leveling screws tocompensate for unevenness of the floor. Thefront should be slightly higher than the rear toaid in door closing. Leveling screws can beturned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turnthe leveling screws clockwise ( ) to raise theunit, counterclockwise ( ) to lower it.

2. Install this appliance in an area where thetemperature is between 13°C and 43°C. If thetemperature around the appliance is too low orhigh, cooling ability may be adversely affected.

3. Allow the clearance of at least 2 inch from theceiling and 1 inch from the side walls for bettercooling efficiency, ease of installation, properair circulation and electrical connections.

ww CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heatsources, direct sunlight or moisture.

NEXT1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off

all dust accumulated during shipping.2. Install accessories such as ice cube bin,

drawers, shelves, etc., in their proper places.They are packed together to prevent possibledamage during shipment.

3. Let your refrigerator run for at least 2 or 3 hoursbefore putting food in it. Check the flow of coldair in the freezer compartment to ensure propercooling. Your refrigerator is now ready for use.

ww WARNING• Be careful when you work with hinge, base

grille, stopper etc. You may be injured.• Do not put hands or foot or metal sticks into air

vents, base grille or bottom of refrigerator. Youmay be injured or receive an electrical shock.

BASE COVERTo remove the base cover1. Open the Freezer Drawer. (Drawer not shown

for clarity.)2. Once drawer is open there is sufficient

clearance to remove screws on top of cover.

To replace base cover:• Place cover into position and insert and tighten

screws.

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ww WARNINGExcessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and installrefrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

ww WARNINGWhen Moving Your Refrigerator:

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving therefrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure toprotect the floor. Always pull the refrigeratorstraight out when moving it. Do not wiggle orwalk the refrigerator when trying to move it, asfloor damage could occur.

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Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such asgasoline, away from refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosionor fire.


HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLESTo move refrigerator through a house door, it maybe necessary to remove refrigerator and freezer doorhandles.

NOTE: Handle appearance mayvary from illustrations on this page.

1. Removing Refrigerator Handle

• Grasp the handle tightly withboth hands and slide thehandle up (1)(this may requiresome force).

• The keyhole slots (2) on theback of the handle allow thehandle to separate from themounting screws (3).

w CAUTION: The handle couldbe damaged if you hit it with ahammer while removing orattaching.

w CAUTION: When youassemble or disassemblehandle, you must push or pullwith reasonable force.

2. Removing Freezer DrawerHandle

• Press the handle against doorfirst.

• Grasp the handle tightly withboth hands and slide thehandle to right (1)(this mayrequire some force).

• The keyhole slots (2) on theback of the handle allow thehandle to separate from themounting screws (3).

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HOW TO REPLACE DOOR HANDLESNOTE: Handle appearance may varyfrom illustrations on this page.

1. Replacing Refrigerator Door Handle

• Align keyhole slots (1) on the topand bottom of the back of thehandle with the screws (2) mountedon the front of the door.

• Press the handle against the doorfront, making sure that the screws(2) go into the keyhole slots (1).

• Holding the handle with bothhands, press it firmly against thefront of the door and slide thehandle down (3).

2. Replacing Freezer Drawer Handle

• Align keyhole slots (4) on the rightand left sides of the back of thehandle with the screws (5) mountedon the front of the drawer.

• Press the handle against thedrawer front, making sure that thescrews (5) go into the keyhole slots(4).

• Holding the handle with bothhands, press it firmly against thefront of the drawer and slide thehandle to the left (6).

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REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS 1. Removing Refrigerator Door NOTE: Handle appearance may vary.IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF and unplug it. Remove food and any binsfrom doors.uu Left Door • Disconnect water supply tube by pushing back on the disconnect ring (1).• Loosen the cover screw (2).• Disconnect door switch wire (3).• Attach the tube on the door with door.• Pull out the tube.ww CAUTION: If a tube end is deformed or worn out, cut the damaged portion away.• Disconnect 3 wire harness (4).• Remove the ground screw (5).• Rotate the lever hinge (6) counter clockwise and lift off the top hinge (7).• Raising it up enough to clear the middle hinge pins.• Place the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up.ww CAUTION: When removing top hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forward.uu Right Door • Loosen the cover screw (1).• Disconnect door switch wire (2).• Disconnect wire harness (4).• Remove the ground screw (5).• Rotate the lever hinge (6) clockwise and lift off the top hinge (7).• Raising it up enough to clear the middle hinge pins.• Place the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up.

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2. Replacing Refrigerator Door uu Right Door • Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin (8). Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet.• Replace the top hinge by rotating the hinge lever (6) counter clockwise to secure hinge.

Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against the cabinet and is not folded. Support the door onthe handle side while securing hinge. Make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors iseven.

• Install the ground screw (5) and connect the wire harness (4).• Connect the door switch wire (2).• Tighten the cover screw (1).uu Left Door • Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin(8). Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet.• Replace the top hinge by rotating the hinge lever (6) clockwise to secure hinge.

Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against the cabinet and is not folded. Support the door onthe handle side while tightening. And make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors iseven.

• Insert the water supply tube (3) into the connector tube until you see only one scale mark. (Fully insert the tube over 5/8”(15mm)).

• Install the ground screw (5) and connect the 3 wire harness (4).• Connect the door switch wire (2).• Tighten the cover screw (1).ww CAUTION: Be careful of missing the washer[part (9)].

Because it can be easily taken off.

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HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALLTHE PULLOUT DRAWERIMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury or productor property damage, you will need two people toperform the following instructions.

1. Removing Pullout Drawer

• Pull the drawer open to full extension. Removethe lower basket (1) by lifting basket from railsystem. (If you tilt the door, it will be easier.)

• Press both hangers with your thumbs to lift it up.

• Separate the left and right rail cover

• Remove the screws(2) of the rail on both sides.

• With both hands, hold both sides of the doorand pull it up to separate it from the rails.

• With both hands, hold the center bar and push itin to let both rails fitted simultaneously.

w CAUTION: When you remove the drawer, donot hold the handle. If it may come off and itcould cause personal injury.

w CAUTION: When laying the drawer down, becareful not to damage the floor or hurt yourfeet by the sharp edges on hinge side.

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HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALLTHE PULLOUT DRAWERIMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury or productor property damage, you will need two people toperform the following instructions.

2. Installing Pullout Drawer

• With both hands, hold the center bar and pushit out to let both rails out to full extensionsimultaneously.

• Hook door supports (1) into rail tabs (2).

• Lower door into final position and tighten thescrews (3).

• Make sure you have a right rail cover for eachside.

• Align the top holes of the rail cover with the topholes of the door supports to assemble the railcovers.

• With the drawer pulled out to full extension,insert the lower basket (4) in the rail assembly.

w WARNING: To prevent accidental child andpet entrapment or suffocation risk. DO NOTallow them to play inside of drawer.

w WARNING: DO NOT step or sit down onfreezer door.

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LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENTLevelingYour refrigerator has two front leveling screws—one on the right and one on the left. If yourrefrigerator seems unsteady or you want thedoors to close easier, adjust the refrigerator’s tiltusing the instructions below:

1. Plug the refrigerator’s power cord groundedoutlet. Move the refrigerator into its finalposition.

2. Turn the leveling screw clockwise to raise thatside of the refrigerator or counterclockwise tolower it. It may take several turns of theleveling screw to adjust the tilt of therefrigerator.

NOTE: Having someone push against the topof the refrigerator takes some weight off theleveling screws. This makes it easier to adjustthe screws.

3. Open both doors again and check to makesure that they close easily. If not, tilt therefrigerator slightly more to the rear by turningboth leveling screws clockwise. It may takeseveral more turns, and you should turn bothleveling screws the same amount.

4. Re-adjust if necessary.

5. Replace the base cover.

NOTE: Your new refrigerator is uniquelydesigned with two fresh food doors. Either doorcan be opened or closed independently of oneanother. You may have to exert slight pressureon doors to get them to close completely.

Door AlignmentIf the space between your doors is uneven, followthe instructions below to align the doors:

1. With one hand, lift up the door you want toraise at middle hinge.

2. With other hand, use pliers to insert snap ringas shown.

3. Insert additional snap rings until the doors arealigned. (Three snap rings are provided withunit.)

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

ENSURING PROPER AIRCIRCULATIONIn order to ensure proper temperatures, air mustflow between the refrigerator and freezersections. As shown in the illustration below, airenters at top of freezer and circulates down.From bottom of freezer, air is forced up to top ofrefrigerator. Air enters refrigerator through topvent, then circulates and exists at bottom, whereit returns to freezer.

MULTI-FLOW• Multi-Flow means powerful and effective cooling

operation. This is especially noticeable whennew food is placed in the refrigeratorcompartment.

• If water or foreign substances enter the cool airvent while cleaning, efficiency will be lowered. Inaddition, if gasket is damaged, efficiency maybe lowered because of escaping cool air.

Do not block any of cool air vents with foodpackages. If the vents are blocked, airflow will beinterrupted and temperature and moistureproblems may occur.

IMPORTANT: Because air circulates betweenboth sections, any odors formed in one sectionwill transfer to the other. You must thoroughlyclean both sections to eliminate odors. Toprevent odor transfer and drying out of food, wrapor cover foods tightly. (See the Food StorageGuide section for details.)

SETTING THE CONTROLS• Your refrigerator has a control pad on the

dispenser that lets you regulate the temperaturein the freezer and refrigerator compartments.

• Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at3°C and the FREEZER CONTROL at –18°C.Leave it at this setting for 24 hours (one day) tostabilize. Then adjust the compartmenttemperature as desired.

• Refrigerator Temp Control: 0°C to 8°CThe lower the number setting, the colder therefrigerator compartment will become.

• Freezer Temp Control: -21°C to -13°CWhen the setting is at a lower number, thefreezer compartment becomes colder. But therefrigerator compartment becomes warmerbecause less cold air flows into the refrigerator.

NOTE: If you want to off display, press and holdEXPRESS FRZ key and FREEZER key over 5seconds at the same time.

NOTE: Touch display once to activate, thentouch again to change the settings or activate afunction. If 10 seconds has passed since thedisplay has been touched, it will be necessary totouch “once” again to reactivate.� This is to prevent accidental display settingchanges.

• Express Freezing : Press the EXPRESS FRZbutton and the LED will turn on. This functionwill remain activated for 24 hours and increasethe cooling speed of the freezer and the amountof ice produced.

• Dispenser Lock : Press and hold the LOCKbutton for 3 seconds to lock the dispenser. When it is locked, the LED will be off and thedispenser will not operate. To unlock, press andhold the LOCK button for 3 seconds.

• Filter Reset : When the FILTER RESET LEDturns on, you have to change the water filter.Press the FILTER RESET button for 3 secondsto turn LED off. You need to change the waterfilter approximately every 6 months.

ww WARNING: If a door is open, the dispenserdoes not work.

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ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGSGive the refrigerator time to cool down completelybefore making final adjustments. It is best to wait24 hours before doing this. The mid-settingsindicated in the previous section should becorrect for normal household refrigerator usage.The controls are set correctly when milk or juiceis as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.The refrigerator control functions as thethermostat for the entire appliance (refrigeratorand freezer sections). The higher the numbersetting, the longer the compressor will run tokeep the temperature colder. The freezer controladjusts the cold air flow from the freezer to therefrigerator. Setting the freezer control to a lowertemperature keeps more cold air in the Freezercompartment to make it colder.If you need to adjust temperatures in therefrigerator or freezer, start by adjusting therefrigerator. Then wait 24 hours before checkingthe freezer temperature. If it is too warm or toocold, then adjust the freezer control.Use the settings listed in the chart below as aguide. Always remember to wait at least 24hours between adjustments.

FOOD STORAGE GUIDEWrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtightand moisture-proof material unless otherwisenoted. This prevents food odor and taste transferthroughout the refrigerator. For dated products,check date code to ensure freshness.

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� REFRIGERATOR sectiontoo warm

– Door opened often– Large amount of food

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� FREEZER section toowarm/ice not made fastenough

– Door opened often– Large amount of food

added– Very cold room

temperature (can’t cycleoften enough)

– Heavy ice usage – Air vents blocked by items

� REFRIGERATOR sectiontoo cold

– Controls not set correctlyfor your conditions

� FREEZER section toocold

– Controls not set correctlyfor your conditions

RECOMMENDEDADJUSTMENT:

SetREFRIGERATORcontrol to nextlower number,wait 24 hours,then re-check

Set FREEZERcontrol to nextlower number,wait 24 hours,then re-check

Move items out ofairstream

SetREFRIGERATORcontrol to nexthigher number,wait 24 hours,then re-check

Set FREEZERcontrol to nexthigher number,wait 24 hours,then re-check

Items

Butter ormargarine

Cheese

Milk

Eggs

Fruit

Leafyvegetables

Vegetableswith skins(carrots,peppers)

Fish

Leftovers

How to

u Keep opened butter in acovered dish or closedcompartment. When storingan extra supply, wrap infreezer packaging and freeze.

u Store in the original wrappinguntil you are ready to use it.Once opened, rewrap tightly inplastic wrap or aluminum foil.

u Wipe milk cartons. For beststorage, place milk on interiorshelf, not on door shelf.

u Store in original carton or EggBox on interior shelf, not ondoor shelf.

u Wash, let dry, and store inrefrigerator in plastic bags orin the crisper. Do not wash orhull berries until you are readyto use them. Sort and keepberries in their originalcontainer in a crisper, or storein a sloosely closed paper bagon a refrigerator shelf.

u Remove store wrapping andtrim or tear off bruised anddiscolored areas. Wash incold water and drain. Place inplastic bag or plastic containerand store in crisper.

u Place in plastic bags or plasticcontainer and store in crisper.

u Use fresh fish and shellfishthe same day purchased.

u Cover leftovers with plasticwrap or aluminum foil. Plasticcontainers with tight lids canalso be used.


STORING FROZEN FOODNOTE: For further information about preparingfood for freezing or food storage times, check afreezer guide or a reliable cookbook.

PackagingSuccessful freezing depends on correctpackaging. When you close and seal thepackage, it must not allow air or moisture in orout. If it does, you could have food odor and tastetransfer throughout the refrigerator and also dryout frozen food.

Packaging recommendations:• Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids

• Straight-sided canning/freezing jars

• Heavy-duty aluminum foil

• Plastic-coated paper

• Non-permeable plastic wraps

• Specified freezer-grade self-sealing plastic bags

Follow package or container instructions forproper freezing methods.

Do not use:• Bread wrappers

• Non-polyethylene plastic containers

• Containers without tight lids

• Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap

• Thin, semi-permeable wrap

ww CAUTION: Do not keep beverage cans orplastic food containers in the freezercompartment. They may be break if it freezes.

FreezingYour freezer will not quick-freeze any largequantity of food. Do not put more unfrozen foodinto the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours.Leave enough space in the freezer for air tocirculate around packages. Be careful to leaveenough room at the front so the door can close tightly.

Storage times will vary according to the qualityand type of food, the type of packaging or wrapused (airtight and moisture-proof) and the storagetemperature. Ice crystals inside a sealed packageare normal. This simply means that moisture inthe food and air inside the package havecondensed, creating ice crystals.

NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at roomtemperature for 30 minutes, then package andfreeze. Cooling hot foods before freezing savesenergy.

REFRIGERATOR SECTION

WATER DISPENSERPush up the dispenser switch with a glass untilyou hear click to get cold water.

Tray can be easily removed by pressing andpulling it.

Tilt up the front of tray slightly and snap the ribsinto the holes to replace the tray.

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REFRIGERATOR SHELVESThe shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable tomeet your individual storage needs. Your modelmay have glass or wire shelves.

Storing similar food items together in yourrefrigerator and adjusting the shelves to fitdifferent heights of items will make finding theexact item you want easier; it will also reduce theamount of time the refrigerator door is open,saving energy.

IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves withwarm water when they are cold. Shelves maybreak if exposed to sudden temperature changesor impact, such as bumping. For your protection,glass shelves are made with tempered glass,which will shatter into small pebble-sized pieces.

NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special carewhen removing them to avoid dropping them.

Adjusting ShelvesRemove shelves from the shipping position andreplace shelves in the position you want.

• To remove a shelf—Tilt up the front of the shelfin the direction of (1) and lift it in the direction of(2). Pull the shelf out.

• To replace a shelf—Tilt the front of the shelf upand guide the shelf hooks into the slots at adesired height. Then lower the front of the shelfso that the hooks drop into the slots.

ww CAUTION: Make sure that shelves are levelfrom one side to the other. Failure to do somay result in the shelf falling or spilling food.

Sliding Out ShelvesYou can slide glass shelves in and out of yourrefrigerator as follows.

• To slide the shelf out, carefully pull front ofshelf toward you.

• To slide shelf in, push shelf in until it stops.

BOTTLE HOLDER (Optional)Bottles can be stored laterally with this wineholder. It can be attached to any shelf.

Wine holder can be removed by pulling it straightout and installed by placing it at the end of theshelf you want and pushing it inward.

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OPTIBIN CRISPERS

The Optibin Crispers provide fresher-tasting fruitand vegetables by letting you easily controlhumidity inside the crisper. The Optibin Crispersinclude: 1) a humidity control knob at the front ofthe crisper cover and 2) a large lattice on the innersurface of the cover to hold or release moisture.

CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROLYou can control the amount of humidity in themoisture-sealed crispers. Store vegetables orfruits requiring more or less humidity in separatecrispers. Adjust the control to any settingbetween and .• lets moist air out of the crisper for best

storage of fruits.• keeps moist air in the crisper for best

storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

ww CAUTION: The glass shelf over the crisper isnot firmly secured. Be careful when tilting.

REMOVING CRISPERuu Crispers without rails1. To remove, pull drawer out to full extension.2. Lift the front of the crisper, then pull straight out.3. To install, slightly tilt up the front and insert

drawer into frame and push back into place.

uu Crispers with railsTo remove crisper:1. Pull drawer out to full extension.

2. Lift the front of basket up and pull straight out.

To replace crisper:1. Push rails to the back of the compartment.

2. Insert the back corner of the basket into frame.

3. Slightly tilt up the front and push back until itsnaps into place.

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To remove crisper door flap:1. Raise the door flap as high as it will open.

2. Press the plastic hinge toward the center of thedoor flap with your finger.

3. Lift the door out of its place.

4. To replace, reverse above procedure.

To remove the glass:1. Lift up the glass after inserting a finger into a

hole under the crisper cover.

2. Pull the glass up and out.

CRISPER COVER WITH LATTICE ONINNER SURFACETo remove the lattice on inner surface:

1. Remove crisper cover (as illustrated above).

2. Hold the glass cover and turn the crisper coverover.

3. For each lattice hold lattice and pull sides ofthe cover outward to remove lattice.

To replace lattice on inner surface:1. For each lattice insert middle tab in 1 (closed

to glass cover)and pull sides of the cover toinsert lattice.

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GLIDE N SERVEThe Glide N Serve provides storage space with avariable temperature control that keeps thecompartment colder than refrigeratortemperature. The drawer also features a self-opening lid that opens whenever the drawer ispulled open.

This drawer can be used for large party trays, deliitems, or beverages.

ControlsThe control regulates the air temperature in thedrawer. Set control level to cold to provide normalrefrigerator temperature. Use the colder settingfor meats or other deli items.

NOTE: Cold air directed to the Glide N Serve candecrease refrigerator temperature.Refrigerator control may need to beadjusted.

To remove Glide N Serve:Tilt up the front on it ’s closed position and pullstraight out.

To replace Glide N Serve:1. Push metal rails to the back of the refrigerator.

2. Place drawer onto rails and slide drawer backuntil it falls into place.

NOTE: DO NOT store lettuce or other leafyproduce in this drawer.

ww WARNING: Fruits and vegetables may bedamaged at the coldest setting.

ww CAUTION: DO NOT store bottles. If they arefrozen, they can be broken and causepersonal injury.

MODULAR DOOR BINThe door bins are removable for easy cleaningand adjusting.

1. To remove the bin, simply lift the bin up andpull straight out.

2. To replace the bin, slide it in above the desiredsupport button and push down until it stops.

ww WARNING: Somebody can be hurt if door binsare not firmly assembled.

ww NOTE: DO NOT adjust a bin that is loadedwith food.

ww CAUTION: DO NOT allow children to play withbaskets. Sharp corners on baskets couldcause injury.

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Cold Temp Control Colder

COLD

• cauliflower• cucumbers• zucchinis• apples• corn• oranges• grapes

COLDER

• steaks• hard cheeses• cold cuts• bacon• hot dogs


DAIRY BIN (Optional)1. To remove the dairy bin, simply lift it and pull

straight out.

2. To replace the dairy bin, slide it in above thedesired location and push down until it stops.

EGG BOX (Optional)Store Egg Box on interior shelf, not on door shelf.

ww CAUTION: Do not use the egg box as an icestorage bin in the freezer compartment. Theegg box can easily break if it freezes.

FREEZER SECTION

TILTING DOOR The tilting door provides easy access for storedfoods.

How to use:Tilt the door down and pull it out.

ww WARNING: Be careful when you open tiltingdoor so that you do not injure your foot!

ICE BIN1. To separate the ice bin, pull out the drawer as

much as possible.

2. Gently lift and pull out the ice bin.

3. To install, pull out the drawer as much aspossible and set the ice bin in its correctposition, then push in the drawer.

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DRAWER

ICE BIN


TILT-OUT DOOR BASKET(Optional)To remove basket1. Pull one of the brackets upward.

2. Remove basket from both brackets.

To replace basket1. Insert bracket into one side. Hook end of

basket into bracket.

2. Hook other basket end into other bracket. Pushbracket down into place.

3. Be sure back of basket goes behind retentiontab on each bracket.

DURABASE 1. To remove the Durabase, push it back to the

end as much as possible. Tilt up the front ofthe Durabase and pull straight out.

2. To install, insert the Durabase in rail assembly.

DURABASE DIVIDERThe Durabase divider allows you to organize theDurabase area into sections.

1. To remove, pull divider staight up.

2. To install, hook top corners of divider over topedge of durabase.

ww WARNING: When the guide of the freezerdrawer is removed, children may crawl inside.

PULL OUT DRAWERTo separate the drawer, push the front left andright hooks in direction to pull up and remove.

Then gently lift the gear part of rear left and rightside of the drawer and pull it out in direction.

To install, reposition the gear part of rear left andright side of the drawer after pulling out both railsas much as possible, and gently push down bothleft and right side while checking the hook on thefront part.

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2

12

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Hook


FILTERIt displays in months the number of months left toexchange the filter from the moment power isconnected to the refrigerator.

If you have changed the filter after 6 months ofuse, press and hold the FILTER button 3 secondsor more and the filter display will be initializedwith a buzzing sound.

NOTE: The average life of the filter is 6 months.

1. Remove the old cartridge.

Place a container under the hole of filter holder.

NOTE: When filter is being removed, the waterdrains through the hole.

Rotate the knob of the cartridge counterclockwise.

Pull out the filter cartridge.

2. Replace with a new cartridge.

Take the new cartridge out of its packaging andremove protective cover from the o-rings.

With cartridge knob in the vertical position, pushthe new filter cartridge into the cover until it stops.

If you can’t turn the filter from side to side, it isn’tfully inserted. Push it in firmly and twist it intoplace. You will hear the snap when it clicks intoplace.

Using its handle, twist the cartridge clockwiseabout 1/4 turn. You will hear the snap when itclicks into place.

3. Flushing the Water System After ReplacingFilter Dispense water through the waterdispenser for 3 minutes to purge the system.

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CARE AND CLEANING

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrostautomatically. However, clean both sectionsabout once a month to prevent odors. Wipe upspills immediately.

GENERAL CLEANING TIPS• Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.• Remove all removable parts, such as shelves,

crispers, etc. Refer to sections in Using YourRefrigerator for removal instructions.

• Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a milddetergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive orharsh cleaners.

• Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfacesthoroughly.

• Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

OUTSIDEWaxing external painted metal surfaces helpsprovide rust protection. Do not wax plastic parts.Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a yearusing appliance wax (or auto paste wax). Applywax with a clean, soft cloth.For products with a stainless steel exterior, use aclean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent inwarm water. Do not use abrasive or harshcleaners. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

INSIDE WALLS (allow freezer towarm up so cloth won’t stick)To help remove odors, you can wash the insideof the refrigerator with a mixture of baking sodaand warm water. Mix 2 tablespoons baking sodato 1 quart of water (26 g soda to 1 liter water.) Besure the baking soda is completely dissolved sodoes it not scratch the surfaces of therefrigerator.ww CAUTION: While cleaning the inside, do not

spray water.

DOOR LINERS AND GASKETSDo not use cleaning waxes, concentrateddetergents, bleaches, or cleaners containingpetroleum on plastic refrigerator parts.

PLASTIC PARTS (covers and panels)Do not use window sprays, abrasive cleansers, orflammable fluids. These can scratch or damagethe material.

CONDENSER COILSRemove base cover. (See the base cover sectionon page 6.)Use a vacuum cleaner with an extendedattachment to clean condenser coils.Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty. Coils mayneed to be cleaned as often as every othermonth.Replace grille base.

LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit yourrefrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with oneof the same size, shape and wattage.

To change Refrigerator Light Bulbs 1. Unplug Refrigerator, or disconnect power at

the circuit breaker.2. If necessary, remove top shelf or shelves.3. Using a flat instrument, gently pry the lamp cover

loose in the front as shown. Rotate downward toremove rear tabs.

4. Make sure the bulbs are cool to the touch. Turn bulbs counterclockwise to remove. Insertnew bulb(s).

5. Assemble in reverse order by snapping theLamp Cover in, engaging the rear tabs followedby the front tabs.

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ww WARNINGElectrical Shock Hazard

Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, eitherunplug the refrigerator or turn off power at thecircuit breaker or fuse box.NOTE: Moving the control to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit.

ww WARNING

Explosion HazardUse non-flammable cleaner.Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,or fire.

CARE AND CLEANING

To change freezer light

1. Unplug refrigerator power cord from outlet.2. Using a flat instrument, gently pry the lamp

cover loose in the front as shown. Rotatedownward to remove the rear tabs.

3. Make sure the bulb is cool to the touch. Turnthe bulb counterclockwise to remove.

4. Replace with a new 40-watt appliance bulb.5. Insert tabs on back of cover into slots in

freezer ceiling. Push cover up to snap front intoplace.

ww CAUTION: DO NOT place fingers inside ofcover. Lamp may be hot.

POWER INTERRUPTIONS If the electricity goes off, call the power companyand ask how long it will be off.

1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less,keep both refrigerator doors closed to helpfoods stay cold and frozen.

2. If the power will be out for more than 24 hours:

a) Remove all frozen food and store it in afrozen food locker.

ORb) Place 2 lbs of dry ice in the freezer for every

cubic foot of freezer space. This will keepthe food frozen for two to four days. Whilehandling dry ice, wear gloves to protect yourhands from frostbite.

ORc) If neither a food locker nor dry ice is

available, consume or can perishable food atonce.

WHEN YOU GO ON VACATIONIf you choose to leave the refrigerator onwhile you are away, follow these steps toprepare your refrigerator before you leave.

1. Use up any perishables and freeze otheritems.

2. Empty the ice bin.

If you choose to turn the refrigerator offbefore you leave, follow these steps.

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.

2. Depending on your model, set the thermostatcontrol (refrigerator control) to OFF. See theSetting the Controls section.

3. Clean refrigerator, wipe it and dry well.

4. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of bothdoors to prop them open far enough for air toget in. This stops odor and mold from buildingup.

WHEN YOU MOVEWhen you are moving your refrigerator to a newhome, follow these steps to prepare it for themove.

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator and packall frozen food in dry ice.

2. Depending on your model, turn the thermostatcontrol (refrigerator control) to OFF. See theSetting the Controls section.

3. Unplug the refrigerator.

4. Clean, wipe and dry thoroughly.

5. Take out all removable parts, wrap them welland tape them together so they don’t shift andrattle during the move. Refer to sections inUsing your Refrigerator for removableinstructions.

6. Depending on the model, raise the front of therefrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw inthe leveling legs all the way so they don’tscrape the floor. See the Door Closingsection.

7. Tape the doors shut and tape the power cordto the refrigerator cabinet.

When you get to your new home, put everythingback and refer to the Installing YourRefrigerator section for preparation instructions.

ww WARNING: DO NOT get alive animals into arefrigerator.

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ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

A newly-installed refrigerator may take12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.

The icemaker will produce eight cubes percycle—approximately 100–130 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartmenttemperature, room temperature, number of dooropenings and other operating conditions.

If the refrigerator is used before the waterconnection is made to the icemaker, set thepower switch to O (off).When the refrigerator has been connected to thewater supply, set the power switch to I (on).The icemaker will fill with water when it cools tofreezing. A newly-installed refrigerator may take12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes.

Throw away the first few batches of ice to allowthe water line to clear.

Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of thefeeler arm.

When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm,the icemaker will stop producing ice.

It is normal for several cubes to be stucktogether.

If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes willbecome cloudy, taste stale, and shrink.

NOTE: If the cube size is smaller or larger thanyou expected, you can regulate the size with thecube size button.

Every time you press the cube size button, theindicator moves up on light. The higher the lightposition, the larger the cubes will be. Pressing athighest position returns indicator to lowestposition.

WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THEICEMAKER POWER SWITCH TO O(OFF)• When the water supply will be shut off for

several hours.

• When the ice storage bin is removed for morethan a minute or two.

• When the refrigerator will not be used forseveral days.

NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR• The icemaker water valve will buzz as the

icemaker fills with water. If the power switch isin the I (on) position, it will buzz even if it hasnot yet been hooked up to water. To stop thebuzzing, move the power switch to O (off).NOTE: Keeping the power switch in the I (on)position before the water line is connected candamage the icemaker.

• You will hear the sound of cubes dropping intothe bin and water running in the pipes as theicemaker refills.

PREPARING FOR VACATIONSet the icemaker power switch to O (off) andshut off the water supply to the refrigerator.

If the ambient temperature will drop belowfreezing, have a qualified servicer drain the watersupply system to prevent serious propertydamage due to flooding from ruptured water linesor connections.

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AutomaticShut off Arm

Icemaker

Cube SizeIndicator Light

Cube Size SelectButton

Power Switch

ww WARNINGPersonal Injury Hazard

Avoid contact with the moving parts of theejector mechanism, or with the heatingelement that releases the cubes. DO NOTplace fingers or hands on the automaticicemaking mechanism while the refrigerator isplugged in.

CONNECTING THE WATER LINE

BEFORE YOU BEGINThis water line installation is not warranted by therefrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Followthese instructions carefully to minimize the risk ofexpensive water damage.

Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) inhouse plumbing can cause damage torefrigerator parts and lead to water leakage orflooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct waterhammer before installing the water supply line tothe refrigerator.

To prevent burns and product damage, do nothook up the water line to the hot water line.

If you use your refrigerator before connecting thewater line, make sure the icemaker power switchis in the O (off) position.

Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas wheretemperatures fall below freezing.

When using any electrical device (such as a powerdrill) during installation, be sure the device isdouble- insulated or grounded in a manner toprevent the hazard of electric shock, or is battery-powered.

All installations must be in accordance with localplumbing code requirements.

NOTE: Wear eye protection.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED• Copper Tubing, 1/4″ outer

diameter to connect therefrigerator to the watersupply. Be sure both ends ofthe tubing are cut square.

To determine how much tubing you need:measure the distance from the water valve on theback of the refrigerator to the water supply pipe.Then add 8 feet (2.4 m). Be sure there issufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [2.4 m] coiledinto 3 turns of about 10″ [25 cm] diameter) toallow the refrigerator to move out from the wallafter installation.

• A cold water supply. The water pressure mustbe between 20 and 120 p.s.i. on models withouta water filter and between 40 and 120 p.s.i. onmodels with a water filter.

• Power drill.• 1/2″″ or adjustable

wrench.• Straight- and

Phillips-bladescrewdriver.

• Two 1/4″″ outerdiametercompression nutsand 2 ferrules(sleeves) to connectthe copper tubing to the shutoff valve and therefrigerator water valve.

• If your existing copperwater line has a flaredfitting at the end, you willneed an adapter (availableat plumbing supply stores)to connect the water line to the refrigerator OR youcan cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter andthen use a compression fitting.

• Shutoff valve toconnect to the coldwater line. The shutoffvalve should have awater inlet with aminimum inside diameter of 5/32″ at the point ofconnection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are included in many watersupply kits. Before purchasing, make sure asaddle-type valve complies with your localplumbing codes.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSInstall the shutoff valve on the nearest frequentlyused drinking water line.

1. SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLYTurn on the nearest faucet to relieve thepressure on the line.

2. CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATIONChoose a location for the valvethat is easily accessible. It is bestto connect into the side of avertical water pipe. When it isnecessary to connect into ahorizontal water pipe, make theconnection to the top or side, rather than atthe bottom, to avoid drawing off any sedimentfrom the water pipe.

3. DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVEDrill a 1/4″ hole in thewater pipe (even if usinga self-piercing valve)using a sharp bit. Removeany burrs resulting fromdrilling the hole in thepipe. Take care not toallow water to drain into the drill. Failure to drilla 1/4″ hole may result in reduced iceproduction or smaller cubes.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS(CONTINUED)

4. FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVEFasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipewith the pipe clamp.

NOTE: Commonwealth of MassachusettsPlumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adheredto. Saddle valves are illegal and use is notpermitted in Massachusetts. Consult with yourlicensed plumber.

5. TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMPTighten the clamp screws until the sealingwasher begins to swell.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crushthe tubing.

6. ROUTE THE TUBINGRoute the tubing between the cold water lineand the refrigerator.

Route the tubing through a hole drilled in thewall or floor (behind the refrigerator oradjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall aspossible.

NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing(about 8 feet coiled into 3 turns of about 10″diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move outfrom the wall after installation.

7. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THEVALVEPlace the compression nut and ferrule(sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of thetubing and connect it to the shutoff valve.Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into thevalve. Tighten the compression nut securely.

NOTE: Commonwealth of MassachusettsPlumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adheredto. Saddle valves are illegal and use is notpermitted in Massachusetts. Consult with yourlicensed plumber.

8. FLUSH OUT THE TUBINGTurn the main water supplyon and flush out the tubinguntil the water is clear.

Shut the water off at thewater valve after about onequart of water has beenflushed through the tubing.

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Pipe ClampSaddle-TypeShutoff Valve

PackingNut

CompressionNut

Ferrule (sleeve)OutletValve

Pipe Clamp

Washer

Inlet End

Clamp Screw

Saddle-TypeShutoff Valve

Vertical ColdWater Pipe


9. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THEREFRIGERATORRemoving and Replacing Valve Cover

NOTE:• Before making the connection to the

refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator powercord is not plugged into the wall outlet.1. Remove the plastic flexible cap from the

water valve.

2. Place the compression nut and ferrule(sleeve) onto the end of the tubing asshown.

3. lnsert the end of the copper tubing into theconnection as far as possible. Whileholding the tubing, tighten the fitting.

ww CAUTION: Check to see if leaks occurs atwater line connections.

10. TURN THE WATER ON AT THESHUTOFF VALVETighten any connections that leak.

Reattach the compressor compartmentaccess cover.

11. PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATORArrange the coil of tubing so that it does notvibrate against the back of the refrigerator oragainst the wall. Push the refrigerator backto the wall.

12. START THE ICEMAKERSet the icemaker power switch to the ONposition. The icemaker will not begin tooperate until it reaches its operatingtemperature of –9°C or below. It will thenbegin operation automatically if the icemakerpower switch is in the I (on) position.

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1/4 " TubingTubing Clamp

1/4 "CompressionNut

Ferrule(sleeve)

Refrigerator Connection

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOUMAY HEARYour new refrigerator may make sounds that yourold one didn’t make. Because the sounds arenew to you, you might be concerned about them.Most of the new sounds are normal. Hardsurfaces, like the floor, walls and cabinets, canmake the sounds seem louder than they actuallyare. The following describes the kinds of soundsand what may be making them.

• The defrost timer will click when the automaticdefrost cycle begins and ends. The thermostatcontrol (or refrigerator control, depending on themodel) will also click when cycling on and off.

• Rattling noises may come from the flow ofrefrigerant, the water line, or items stored on topof the refrigerator.

• Your refrigerator is designed to run moreefficiently to keep your food items at the desiredtemperature. The high efficiency compressor may cause yournew refrigerator to run longer than your old one, andyou may hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound.

• You may hear the evaporator fan motorcirculating the air through the refrigerator andfreezer compartments.

• As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurglingsound due to the refrigerant flowing in yourrefrigerator.

• Contraction and expansion of the inside wallsmay cause a popping noise.

• Water dripping on the defrost heater during adefrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound.

• You may hear air being forced over thecondenser by the condenser fan.

• You may hear water running into the drain panduring the defrost cycle.

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Check if…

The power supply cord is unplugged.

A household fuse has blown or circuitbreaker tripped.The refrigerator control is set to theOFF position.Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle.

The refrigerator is not resting solidlyon the floor.

The power supply cord is unplugged.

Light bulb is loose in the socket.

Light bulb has burned out.

REFRIGERATORDOES NOTOPERATE

VIBRATION ORRATTLINGNOISE

LIGHTS DONOT WORK

Then…

u Firmly plug the cord into a live outletwith proper voltage.

u Replace the fuse or reset the circuitbreaker.

u Refer to the Setting the Controlssection on page 14.

u Wait about 30 minutes for defrostcycle to end.

u Floor is weak or uneven or levelinglegs need adjusting. See Installation section on page 6.

u Firmly plug the cord into a live outletwith proper voltage.

u Turn the refrigerator control to theOFF position and unplug therefrigerator. Gently remove the bulband reinsert. Then plug in refrigeratorand reset the refrigerator control.

u Replace with an appliance bulb of thesame wattage, sizeand shapeavailable at your local hardware store.(See the Changing the Light Bulb(s)section on pages 24–25.) Turn thetemperature control to the OFFposition and unplug the refrigeratorprior to replacement.


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Check if…

The refrigerator that was replaced wasan older model.The room temperature is hotter thannormal.

The door is opened often or a largeamount of food has just been added.

The refrigerator was recently pluggedin and the refrigerator control was setcorrectly.The refrigerator control is not setcorrectly for the surrounding conditions.The doors are not closed completely.

The condenser coils are dirty.

The refrigerator is not level.

Food packages are blocking the dooropen.The ice bin, crisper cover, pans,shelves, door bins or baskets are outof position.

The gaskets are sticking.

The refrigerator wobbles or seemsunstable.

The doors were removed duringproduct installation and not properlyreplaced.

The door is not closing properly.

The door is opened often.

COMPRESSORMOTOR SEEMSTO RUN TOOMUCH

DOORS WILLNOT CLOSECOMPLETELY

FROST OR ICECRYSTALS ONFROZEN FOOD

Then…

u Modern refrigerators with more storagespace require more operating time.

u The motor will run longer under warmconditions. At normal roomtemperatures, expect your motor torun about 40% to 80% of the time.Under warmer conditions, expect it torun even more often.

u Adding food and opening the doorwarms the refrigerator. It is normal for the refrigerator to runlonger in order to cool the refrigeratorback down. Adding a large amount offood warms the refrigerator. See theFood Storage Guide section on page15. In order to conserve energy, try toget everything you need out of therefrigerator at once, keep food organizedso it is easy to find and close the door assoon as the food is removed.

u The refrigerator will take up to 24hours to cool completely.

u See the Adjusting Control Settingssection on page 15.

u Push the doors firmly shut. If they willnot shut all the way, see Doors willnot close completely below.

u This prevents air transfer and makesthe motor work harder. Clean the condenser coils. Refer tothe Care and Cleaning section onpages 24-25.

u See Leveling and Door Alignmenton page 13.

u Rearrange food containers to cleardoor and door shelves.

u Push bins all the way in and putcrisper cover, pans, shelves andbaskets into their correct positions.See the Using Your Refrigeratorsection on pages 14–23.

u Clean gaskets and the surface thatthey touch. Rub a thin coat of paraffinwax on the gaskets after cleaning.

u Level the refrigerator. Refer to theLeveling and Door Alignmentsection on page 13.

u Remove and replace the doorsaccording to the Removing andReplacing Refrigerator handles anddoors section on pages 7–12, or call aqualified service technician.

u See Doors will not close completelyabove.

u When the door is opened, warm,humid air is allowed in the freezer,resulting in frost.


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Check if…

The icemaker was recently installed.

The ice has been stored for too long.

The food has not been wrapped tightlyin either compartment.

The water supply contains mineralssuch as sulfur.

The interior of refrigerator needscleaning.

Ice storage bin needs cleaning.

The refrigerator is defrosting.

It is more humid than normal.

The sounds may be normal for yourrefrigerator.

The freezer temperature is coldenough to produce ice.

Door left open.

Smaller cube size level is selected.

Water shutoff valve connectingrefrigerator to water line may beclogged.

The gaskets are dirty or sticky.

The door is reopened within a shorttime after having been opened.

ICE HAS OFF-TASTE ORODOR

THERE ISWATER IN THEDEFROSTDRAIN PAN

THEREFRIGERATORSEEMS TOMAKE TOOMUCH NOISE

THEICEMAKER ISNOTPRODUCINGICE OR ICECUBES AREFREEZING TOOSLOWLY

CUBESPRODUCED BYICEMAKERARE TOOSMALL

THE DOORSAREDIFFICULT TOOPEN

Then…

u Discard first few batches of ice toavoid discolored or off-flavored ice.

u Throw away old ice and make newsupply.

u Rewrap foods since odors maymigrate to the ice if food is notwrapped properly.

u A filter may need to be installed (orreplaced) to eliminate taste and odorproblems.

u See Care and Cleaning section onpages 24–25.

u Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.

u The water will evaporate. It is normalfor water to drip into the defrost pan.

u Expect that the water in the defrostpan will take longer to evaporate. Thisis normal when it is hot or humid.

u Refer to the Understanding SoundsYou May Hear section on page 30.

u Wait 24 hours after hook-up for iceproduction. See the Setting theControls section on page 14.

u Check to see if something is holdingthe door open.

u Select larger cube size using cubesize selector.

u Call a plumber to clear the valve.

u Clean gaskets and the surfaces thatthey touch. Rub a thin coat ofappliance polish or kitchen wax on thegaskets after cleaning.

u When you open the door, warmer airenters the refrigerator. As the warm aircools, it can create a vacuum. If thedoor is hard to open, wait 5 minutes toallow the air pressure to equalize, thensee if it opens more easily.


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Check if…

The air vents are blocked. Cold aircirculates from the freezer to the freshfood section and back again throughair vents in the wall dividing the twosections.

The doors are opened often.

The control is not set correctly for thesurrounding conditions.

A large amount of food has just beenadded to the refrigerator or freezer.

The food is not packaged correctly.

The doors are not closing completely.

The weather is humid.

A self-defrost cycle was completed.

TEMPERATUREIS TOO WARMOR THERE ISINTERIORMOISTUREBUILDUP

Then…

u Locate air vents by using your hand tosense airflow and move all packagesthat block vents and restrict airflow.Refer to Multi-Flow on page 14 for thelocation of air vents.

u When the door is opened, warm humidair is allowed into the refrigerator. Themore the door is opened, the fasterthe humidity builds up, and the morewarm air the refrigerator must cool. Inorder to keep the refrigerator cool, tryto get everything you need out of therefrigerator at once, keep foodorganized so it is easy to find andclose the door as soon as the food isremoved.

u Refer to the Setting the Controlssection on page 14. Wait 24 hours for temperatures tostabilize or even out. If thetemperature is too cold or too warm,move the dial one number at a time.

u Adding food warms the refrigerator. Itcan take a few hours for therefrigerator to return to normaltemperature.

u Wrap food tightly and wipe off dampcontainers prior to storing in therefrigerator to avoid moistureaccumulation. If necessary, repackagefood according to the guidelines in theFood Storage Guide section on page15.

u See Doors will not close completelyon page 31.

u In humid weather, air carries moistureinto refrigerator when doors areopened.

u It is normal for droplets to form on theback wall after the refrigerator self-defrosts.

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