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Utility Compartment

The utility compartment may be removed for easier cleaning.

To remove and replace the utility compartment:

1. Remove the utility compartment by squeezing against one

side while raising the utility compartment up and pulling it

straight out.

2. Replace the utility compartment by positioning one side in the

lock and sliding in the opposite side until it stops.

Ice Maker

IMPORTANT: For models with a water filter, after connecting the

refrigerator to a water source or replacing the water filter, fill and

discard three full containers of ice to prepare the water filter for

use.

Turning the Ice Maker On/Off

To turn the ice maker ON, simply lower the wire shutoff arm.

To manually turn the ice maker OFF, lift the wire shutoff arm to the

OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click.

NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. As ice is made,

the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin and the ice cubes will

raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position. Do not

force the wire shutoff arm up or down.

Ice Storage Bin

1. Wash the ice storage bin with mild soap and warm water.

2. Slide the ice storage bin under the ice maker, and push it

toward the back as far as it will go.

3. Lower the arm on the ice maker to the “ON” position.

NOTE: It usually takes approximately 24 hours for the ice

maker to begin producing ice. You may notice the ice has an

“off-taste.” If so, discard the first three batches of ice

produced. After that the “off-taste” should be gone.

Ice Production Rate

■ The ice maker should produce approximately 8 to 12 batches

of ice in a 24-hour period. Allow 3 days to completely fill the

ice container.

■ To increase ice production, lower the freezer and refrigerator

temperature. See “Using the Control(s).” Wait 24 hours

between adjustments.

Remember

■ The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the

water supplied to your ice maker. Avoid connecting the ice

maker to a softened water supply. Water softener chemicals

(such as salt) can damage parts of the ice maker and lead to

poor quality ice. If a softened water supply cannot be avoided,

make sure the water softener is operating properly and is well

maintained.

■ Do not use anything sharp to break up the ice in the bin. This

can cause damage to the ice storage bin and the dispenser

mechanism.

■ Do not store anything on top of or in the ice maker or ice

storage bin.

REFRIGERATOR CARE

Cleaning

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically.

However, clean both sections about once a month to avoid

buildup of odors. Wipe up spills immediately.

IMPORTANT:

■ Because air circulates between both sections, any odors

formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must

thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To avoid

odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods

tightly.

■ For stainless steel models, stainless steel is corrosion-

resistant and not corrosion-proof. To help avoid corrosion of

your stainless steel, keep your surfaces clean by using the

following cleaning instructions.

To Clean Your Refrigerator:

NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window

sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, muriatic acid,

cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers

containing petroleum products on exterior surfaces (doors and

cabinet), plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not

use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior

surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a

mild detergent in warm water.

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

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