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Summary of Contents for DGHT1844KF8

Page 1: ...ols 10 Looking inside 11 12 ice Service 13 Food Storage Energy Saving Tips 14 Normal Operating Sounds 15 Care Cleaning 16 17 Warranty 18 Before You Call 19 READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P N 241824301 June 2007 ...

Page 2: ...cific operating instructions for your model Use your refrigerator only as instructed in this manual These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Please record your model and serial numbers below for future reference This information is found on the s...

Page 3: ...ian Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug If the power cord is damaged it should be replaced by the manufacturer service technician or a qualified person to prevent any risk Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before repl...

Page 4: ...LLATION DOOR OPENING Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to a counter when removing food To make this possible the direction in which the doors open can be reversed See Door Removal Reversal Instructions LEVELING All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a solid floor Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable front rollers or front leveling screws to hel...

Page 5: ...y connections that leak 9 Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source 10 To turn ice maker on lower wire signal arm see ice maker front cover for ON OFF position of arm Before InstallingTheWater Supply Line You Wil Need Basic Tools adjustable wrench flat blade screwdriver and Phillips TM screwdriver Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 100 psi A water supp...

Page 6: ...n bottom hinge with 3 8 socket wrench 8 Install bottom hinge on opposite side with the two screws removed from step 7 9 Unscrew bottom hinge pin using adjustable wrench Move hinge pin to other hole in hinge and tighten with adjustable wrench 10 Reverse door handles see instructions on next page 11 Move freezer and refrigerator door stops to opposite side Before starting screws use an awl to punctu...

Page 7: ...raight up and off of dovetail button 3 Remove screw and dovetail button and install on other side using the same holes as nameplate 4 Magnetic Nameplate Models Use putty knife to gently pry magnetic nameplate frame from door Remove nameplate from its frame turn frame upside down and install in old handle holes Insert magnetic nameplate into frame Self Adhesive Nameplate Models Use putty knife to g...

Page 8: ...e offset away from door Place bottom of handle over dovetail button swing handle into an upright position and pull upward locking it into place 2 Secure top of handle with screws TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR HANDLE TO ATTACH TRIM 1 Slide both trim locks out of trim 2 Insert new adhesive trim locks contained in your literature pack 3 Install trim to handle by sliding under base of handle Carefully align ...

Page 9: ...ew and loosening two outside screws enough to allow hinge to slide out 6 Remove bottom hinge Reinsert two outside screws in holes and Shoulder Set tighten Screw Screw 7 Reverse steps 1 6to reinstall doors Typical Handle To Remove Handles 1 Firmly hold freezer handle while loosening set screws with 3 32 allen wrench Remove freezer handle 2 Repeat step 1 for refrigerator door ice Maker_ Freezer Cont...

Page 10: ... to be adjusted to a warmer setting Turning the freezer control will change only the freezer temperature To maintain temperatures a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments For good circulation do not block cold air vents with food items Freezer Control some models OR Refrigerator Control some models OR Refrigerator Freezer Control some models TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT GUIDE If...

Page 11: ...e moved to suit individual needs Replace the shelf by inserting the hooks at rear of the shelf into the wall bracket Lower the shelf into the desired slots and lock into position SpillSafe TM glass shelves some models catch and hold accidental spills In some models the SpillSafe TM shelves slide out for easy access to food and for fast cleaning The shelves slide out independently of the cantilever...

Page 12: ...Item Rack onto any shelf as shown in the drawing CRISPERS SOME MODELS The crispers located under the bottom refrigerator shelf are designed for storing fruits vegetables and other fresh produce Wash items in clear water and remove excess water before placing them in the crispers Items with strong odors or high moisture content should be wrapped before storing Special Item Rack Crisper Drawer DELl ...

Page 13: ...tainers dry before placing them in the refrigerator This cuts down on moisture build up inside the unit Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings Remove as many items as needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible Raw meat and poultry should be wrapped securely so leakage and contamination of other foods or surfaces does not occur Frozen Food Storage The freezer compartment s...

Page 14: ...time turn the water supply valve to a closed position TURNINGYOUR ICE MAKER ON After the plumbing connections have been completed the water supply valve must be opened Place the ice container under the ice maker pushing it as far back as possible Lower the wire signal arm to its down or ON position TURNINGYOUR iCE MAKER OFF To stop the ice maker lift the wire signal arm until it clicks and locks i...

Page 15: ...c ice maker you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin E Cold Control Defrost Timer or Automatic Defrost Control These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the refrigerator on and off The timer also produces sounds similar to an electric clock F CondenserFan If condenser coils are located underneath your refrigerator as shown in the drawing at the left you have a conde...

Page 16: ...y Vacuum Cleaner Condenser Coils Vacuum Cleaner Air cooled models only Clean stainless steel front and handles with non abrasive soapy water and a dishcloth Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth Wipe stubborn spots with an ammonia soaked paper towel and rinse Use a non abrasive stainless steel cleaner These cleaners can be purchased at most home improvement or major department stores Always foll...

Page 17: ...emember to plug the refrigerator back in o Freezer Light Cover Removal Refrigerator Mid Level Light Cover Removal Vacation and Moving Tips Short Vacations Long Vacations Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of 3 weeks or less Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket even if you will only be gone for a few days Remove all food...

Page 18: ...he factory 5 Damages to finish after installation 6 Replacement of light bulbs and or fluorescent tubes on models with these features This warranty does not cover the following 1 CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY NOTE Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental...

Page 19: ...4 hours for the temperature to stabilize Refrigerator temperature too cold Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting Allow 24 hours for temperature to Freezer temperature is satisfactory stabilize Then check freezer temperatures and adjust as needed The cabinet is not level Refrigerator is noisy or vibrates Floor is weak See Normal Operating Sounds and Sights section Interior needs to be cleane...

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