Whirlpool TOP-MOUNT REFRIGERATOR Use and Care Guide

2200594ATOP-MOUNTREFRIGERATORUse & Care GuideTable of Contents...2 or visit our website at...www.whirlpool.com®

10Style 11. Plugs2. Countersink Screw3. Top Endcap4. Stick on Shim5. Bottom Endcap6. Handle Screw7. Screw Cover8. PlugStyle 21. Plugs2. Countersink Sc

11Base GrilleTo remove the base grille:1. Open the refrigerator door.2. Grasp the grille with both hands.3. Lift up and tilt the bottom of the grille

12Understanding Sounds You May HearYour new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might b

13Setting the ControlsFor your convenience, the refrigerator controls are preset at the factory. Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are located

14Food Storage GuideStoring Fresh FoodWrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This prev

15FreezingYour freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of food. Put no more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (

16Slide-out shelves (on some models)Some shelves slide out, providing easier access to foods stored in back.To slide out shelf, carefully pull front o

17To replace the shelf:NOTE: Make sure that both of the rear shelf slides are securely in the track before letting go of the shelf. The lateral shelf

18Adjustable Utility Compartment & Tray(on some models)The utility compartment and tray slide from one side to the other for more flexible storage

193. Tilt cover up at the front.4. Pull cover forward and out.To replace the cover:1. Fit notches and rear edge of cover over rear and center crossbar

2TABLE OF CONTENTSREFRIGERATOR SAFETY ... 3Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator ...

204. Lower shelf into place.NOTE: The shelf should lower slightly and lock into place. If the shelf does not appear stable, make sure both ends of the

21CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATORCleaning Your RefrigeratorBoth the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections

22To change freezer light:(on some models)1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.2. Reach behind light shield to remove bulb.3. Replace bulb with

23MovingWhen 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 ic

24The motor seems to run too much Is the room temperature hotter than normal?Expect the motor to run longer under warm conditions. At normal room tem

25Off-taste or odor in the ice Are the plumbing connections new, causing discolored or off-flavored ice?Discard the first few batches of ice. Have t

26ASSISTANCE OR SERVICEBefore calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you st

2200594A 8/99© 1999 Whirlpool, U.S.A ® Registered Trademark of Whirlpool, U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A.WHIRLPOOL® REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY ONE-YEAR FULL WARR

3REFRIGERATOR SAFETYProper Disposal of Your Old RefrigeratorIMPORTANT – Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or aband

4PARTS AND FEATURESThis manual covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The loca

5INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATORUnpacking Your RefrigeratorRemoving Packaging Materials Remove tape and any labels from your refrigerator before using (

6Electrical RequirementsBefore you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connect

74. To determine the length of copper tubing you will need, measure from connection on lower left rear of refrigerator to water pipe. Add 7 feet (2.1

8Style 21. Tube Clamp2. Copper Tubing3. Compression Nut3. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If local water conditions require

9Top Hinge1. Top Hinge Cover 2. Hex-Head Hinge Screws 3. Top Hinge 4. Sealing ScrewsCenter Hinge1. Door Stop 2. Door Stop Screw 3. Center Hinge 4. Hex