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Whirlpool REFRIGERATOR User Instructions

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THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. If you should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING or
PROBLEM SOLVER, please visit our website at www.whirlpool.com for additional information. If you still need assistance, call us
at 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, visit our website at www.whirlpool.ca or call us at 1-800-807-6777.
You will need your model and serial number, located on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment.
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY..................................................................... 2
Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator........................................... 3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................... 3
Unpack the Refrigerator...................................................................... 3
Door Removal, Leveling and Alignment ............................................. 4
Handle Installation and Removal ........................................................ 7
Location Requirements....................................................................... 7
Electrical Requirements ...................................................................... 8
Water Supply Requirements............................................................... 8
Connect Water Supply........................................................................ 8
Install Air Filter................................................................................... 10
REFRIGERATOR USE ......................................................................... 11
Using the Controls ............................................................................ 11
Convertible Drawer Temperature Control ........................................ 12
Crisper Humidity Control .................................................................. 12
Chilled Door Bin ................................................................................ 13
Water and Ice Dispensers................................................................. 13
Ice Maker and Storage Bin ............................................................... 14
Water Filtration System..................................................................... 15
W10439277C
REFRIGERATOR
USER INSTRUCTIONS

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SMART REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ............................................... 16
Getting the Most from Your Smart Refrigerator............................... 16
Using Smart Grid .............................................................................. 16
Using Smart Features ....................................................................... 16
REFRIGERATOR CARE ...................................................................... 17
Cleaning ............................................................................................ 17
Lights................................................................................................. 17
Vacation and Moving Care ............................................................... 17
PROBLEM SOLVER ............................................................................ 18
ACCESSORIES .................................................................................... 23
WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS.................................................... 24
PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET.......................................................... 25
WARRANTY ......................................................................................... 26

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. If you should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING or PROBLEM SOLVER, please visit our website at www.whirlpool.com for additional information. If you still need assistance, call us at 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, visit our website at www.whirlpool.ca or call us at 1-800-807-6777.

  • Page 2: Refrigerator Safety

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions: Use nonflammable cleaner. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong.

  • Page 3: Proper Disposal Of Your Old Refrigerator

    Always pull Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or refrigerator. “walk” the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

  • Page 4: Door Removal, Leveling And Alignment

    If door removal is necessary, see the instructions below. IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF or turn cooling off. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food, the ice storage bin (on some models), and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
  • Page 5 See Graphic 6. IMPORTANT: Do not remove either screw A. 9. Lift the refrigerator door straight up off bottom hinge. IMPORTANT: Rest the door on its side on a soft, clean surface, such as a towel, blanket or piece of cardboard. This will help avoid damaging the door.
  • Page 6 4. Open both doors again and check that they close as easily as replace the freezer door on the hinge. Assistance may be you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by needed. turning the leveling feet to the left. It may take several more...

  • Page 7: Handle Installation And Removal

    NOTE: To avoid scratching the finish, place the handles on a towel or other soft surface. Location Requirements 2. Open the freezer door. On the refrigerator door, place the handle on the shoulder screws with the setscrews facing the freezer.

  • Page 8: Electrical Requirements

    NOTE: Before performing any type of installation or cleaning, or If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may further reduce the removing a light bulb, turn cooling off or turn the control water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the osmosis system.
  • Page 9 Connect to Water Line Make sure it is a cold water pipe. IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is Horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the connected, turn the ice maker OFF.

  • Page 10: Install Air Filter

    Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. 4. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure the tubing to the refrigerator as shown. This will help avoid damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back against the wall.

  • Page 11: Refrigerator Use

    The disposable air filter should be replaced every 6 months, when If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or the status indicator has completely changed from white to red. freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not To order a replacement air filter, see “Accessories.”...

  • Page 12: Convertible Drawer Temperature Control

    FREEZER too warm / FREEZER Setting Too little ice 1° lower The set point range for the refrigerator is 33°F to 45°F (0°C to 7°C). The set point range for the freezer is -5°F to 5°F (-21°C to Convertible Drawer -15°C).

  • Page 13: Chilled Door Bin

    (on some models) IMPORTANT: Dispense at least 1 qt (1 L) of water every week to maintain a Cool air from the freezer is directed to the refrigerator door bin fresh supply. directly beneath the vents. NOTE: The dairy compartment and can rack are not associated If the flow of water from the dispenser decreases, it could be with the Chilled Door Bin feature.

  • Page 14: Ice Maker And Storage Bin

    WARNING NOTE: The lock feature does not shut off power to the refrigerator, to the ice maker, or to the dispenser light. It simply deactivates the controls and dispenser pads. To turn off the ice maker, see “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”...

  • Page 15: Water Filtration System

    Changing the Water Filter A. On/Off switch 1. Locate the water filter in the top-right corner of the refrigerator B. Sensor cover compartment. 2. Replace the bin by sliding it onto the door, then tilting it back 2.

  • Page 16: Smart Refrigerator Features

    Your Smart If the refrigerator receives a Smart Grid notification, it will Refrigerator will go into a Smart Delay until energy rates go down. implement Smart Delay and/or Delay Ice. You can disable the Smart Delay and other Smart Grid Events at any time.

  • Page 17: Refrigerator Care

    The interior and dispenser lights are LEDs that cannot be 8. Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so it changed. rolls more easily OR screw in the leveling legs so they don't scrape the floor.

  • Page 18: Problem Solver

    This is normal. NOTE: Your refrigerator may run even longer if the room is warm, a large load of food is added, the doors are opened often, or if a door has been left open.
  • Page 19 Air vents are blocked - Remove items that are immediately in front of the vents. Large amount of warm food recently added - Allow several hours for the refrigerator to return to its normal temperature. Controls are not set correctly for the surrounding conditions - Adjust the controls to a colder setting.
  • Page 20 Refrigerator is not connected to a water supply, or the water supply shutoff valve is not fully producing ice, turned on - Connect the refrigerator to a water supply and make sure the water shutoff valve is not producing fully open.
  • Page 21 Refrigerator is not connected to a water supply, or the water supply shutoff valve is not turned on - Connect the refrigerator to a water supply and make sure the water shutoff valve is fully open. Kink in the water source line - A kink in the water line can reduce water flow to the dispenser.
  • Page 22 Water has not been recently dispensed - The first glass of water may not be cool. Discard the first glass of water dispensed. Refrigerator is not connected to a cold water pipe - Make sure the refrigerator is connected to a cold water pipe. See “Water Supply Requirements.”...

  • Page 23: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES The following accessories are available for your refrigerator. affresh ® Kitchen & Appliance Cleaner: To order an accessory, call 1-800-442-9991 and ask for the part Order Part #W10355010 number listed below or contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer. In Canada, order Part #W10355010B In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.

  • Page 24: Water Filter Certifications

    WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS...

  • Page 25: Performance Data Sheet

    PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET Water Filtration System Model P5WB2L/P4RFWB Capacity 200 Gallons (757 Liters) System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odor, and Particulate Class I*; and against NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for the reduction of Live Cysts, Asbestos, Lead, Lindane, Toxaphene, Atrazine, and 2,4 - D.

  • Page 26: Warranty

    5. Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips or other damage to the finish of your major appliance, unless such damage results from defects in materials or workmanship and is reported to Whirlpool within 30 days from the date of purchase.
  • Page 27 For assistance or service in the U.S.A., call 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777. If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool with any questions or concerns at the address below: In Canada: In the U.S.A.:...
  • Page 28 4/13 W10439277C ® /™ ©2013 Whirlpool. All rights reserved. Printed in Mexico...

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