Whirlpool WRT541SZDB Use and Care Manual download pdf (Page 16)

4. There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal

home operating environments. If the environment is

particularly greasy or dusty, or there is significant pet traffic in

the home, the condenser should be cleaned every 2 to

3 months to ensure maximum efficiency.

If you need to clean the condenser:

■ Remove the base grille.

■ Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush to clean the grille,

the open areas behind the grille and the front surface area

of the condenser.

■ Replace the base grille when finished.

5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Changing the Light Bulbs

IMPORTANT: The light bulbs in both the refrigerator and freezer

compartments of your new refrigerator use LED technology. If the

lights do not illuminate when the refrigerator and/or freezer door is

opened, call for assistance or service. See Warranty for phone

numbers.

Refrigerator Compartment Light

The refrigerator light bulb is located behind the control.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove the light shield by squeezing in on the sides and

pulling it straight down.

3. Remove the light bulb and replace it with an appliance bulb of

the same size and shape.

■ To replace an LED light bulb in the refrigerator

compartment, order part number W10565137 (3.6 watts).

NOTE: Some LED replacement bulbs are not

recommended for wet/damp environments. The

refrigerator and freezer compartments are considered to

be wet/damp environments. If using a brand of LED bulb

other than the recommended LED bulb, before

installation, read and follow all instructions on the LED

packaging.

■ If an incandescent bulb is used to replace an LED bulb,

use only incandescent bulbs for household appliances

with a maximum of 60 watts.

4. Replace the light shield.

5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Freezer Compartment Light (on some models)

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove the light shield (on some models).

■ Top of the freezer compartment - Slide the light shield

toward the back of the compartment to release it from the

light assembly.

3. Remove the light bulb and replace it with an appliance bulb of

the same size and shape.

■ To replace an LED light bulb in the freezer compartment,

order part number W10574850 (2.0 watts).

NOTE: Some LED replacement bulbs are not

recommended for wet/damp environments. The

refrigerator and freezer compartments are considered to

be wet/damp environments. If using a brand of LED bulb

other than the recommended LED bulb, before

installation, read and follow all instructions on the LED

packaging.

■ If an incandescent bulb is used to replace an LED bulb,

use only incandescent bulbs for household appliances

with a maximum of 25 watts.

4. Replace the light shield.

5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Vacation and Moving Care

Vacations

If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator On While You’re

Away:

1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.

2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, and is

connected to the household water supply, turn off the water

supply to the refrigerator. Property damage can occur if the

water supply is not turned off.

3. If you have an automatic ice maker, turn off the ice maker.

NOTE: Raise the wire shutoff arm to OFF (up) position.

4. Empty the ice bin.

If You Choose to Turn Off the Refrigerator Before You

Leave:

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.

2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

■ Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day

ahead of time.

■ When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shutoff arm

to the OFF (up) position.

3. Turn off the Temperature control(s). See “Using the Control(s).”

4. Clean refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well.

5. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop

them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and

mold from building up.

Moving

When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow

these steps to prepare it for the move.

1. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

■ Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day

ahead of time.

■ Disconnect the water line from the back of the refrigerator.

■ When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shutoff arm

to the OFF (up) position.

2. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food

in dry ice.

3. Empty the ice bin.

4. Turn off the Temperature control(s). See “Using the Control(s).”

5. Unplug refrigerator.

6. Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.

7. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them

together so they don’t shift and rattle during the move.

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