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OCCURRENCE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

Temperature in the refrigerator is too
warm and the freezer temperature is
satisfactory.

Temperature in the Meat Keeper is
too warm.

Louder sound levels when
refrigerator is on.

Louder sound when compressor
comes on.

Various popping, cracking, dripping,
bubbling, or gurgling sounds when
motor is running.

Vibrating or rattling noise.

Running water sound.

Sizzling sound in freezer.

WATER/MOISTURE/FROST INSIDE
REFRIGERATOR
Moisture collects on inside of
refrigerator walls.

Water collects on bottom side of
Crisper cover.

Water collects in bottom of Crisper.

Refrigerator control is set too warm.

Chilled Air Control is set too warm.

Today’s refrigerators have increased
storage capacity and maintain more even
temperatures.

Refrigerator operates at higher pressures
during the start of the ON cycle.

This is normal.

Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on the
floor when it is moved slightly.

Floor is uneven or weak.  Refrigerator
rocks on the floor when it is moved
slightly.

Items placed on top of refrigerator are
vibrating.

Dishes are vibrating on the shelves in the
refrigerator.

Refrigerator is touching wall or cabinets.

Water is running into the ice maker (some
models).

Water dripping on defrost heater coil
during defrost cycle.

Weather is hot and humid which
increases rate of frost buildup and
internal sweating.

Door is slightly open.

Door is opened too often or too long.

Vegetables contain and give off moisture.

Washed vegetables and fruits drain while
in the Crisper.

Set the refrigerator control to a colder set-
ting. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to
stabilize. Refer to "Setting the Controls."

Slide knob toward COLDEST setting.

It is normal for sound levels to be higher.

This is normal. Sound will level off as
refrigerator continues to run.

See "Normal Operating Sounds" section of
this manual.

Adjust the rollers as needed.

Be sure floor is level and solid and can
adequately support refrigerator.

Remove items.

It is normal for dishes to vibrate slightly.
Move the dishes slightly. Make sure
refrigerator is level and solidly set on the
floor.

Relevel or move the refrigerator.

This is normal when the ice maker is filling.

This is a normal sound which will occur
during defrost cycles.

This is normal.

See Occurrence section 

OPENING

/

CLOSING

 

OF

DOORS

/

DRAWERS

.

Open the door less often.

It is not unusual to have moisture on the
bottom side of the cover.

Dry items before putting them into Crisper.
Water collecting in bottom of Crisper is
normal.

SOUND AND NOISE

Summary of Contents for MRS20HRADD

Page 1: ...READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P N 218716801 0101 ...

Page 2: ...tration 3 Important Safety Instructions 3 For Your Safety 3 Child Safety 3 ElectricalInformation 3 OtherPrecautions 4 First Steps 4 Location 4 Installation 4 DoorOpening 4 Leveling 4 Cleaning 5 Energy Saving Ideas 5 Setting Controls 5 Cool Down Period 5 RefrigeratorControl 5 Freezer Control 6 Fresh Food Storage 7 8 Care and Cleaning 7 Inside 7 Outside 7 Replacing Light Bulb 8 Vacation and Moving T...

Page 3: ...ct with other appliances or furniture Anempty discardedicebox refrigeratororfreezerisaverydangerousattraction to children Remove the door of any appliance that is not in use even if it is being discarded The refrigerator must be plugged into its own 115 Volt 60 Hz AC only electrical outlet The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against sho...

Page 4: ...restingfirmlyonasolidfloor Adjustfrontrollerstolevelcabinetbothfront to rearandside to side Keepcabinet as low as possible for stability Never adjust cabinet rollers so front is lower than rear Toadjustfrontrollers Openrefrigeratorandfreezerdoors Removetoegrillby pulling it straight out Adjust rollers by turning each roller adjusting bolt with an adjustablewrenchorsocketwrenchuntil refrigeratorisl...

Page 5: ...od Toensuresafefoodstorage allowrefrigeratortooperatewithdoorsclosedforatleast 8 to 12 hours before loading with food Refrigerator Control Refrigeratorcontrolshouldbesetatthedialmidpointforatrialperiodof24hours After 24 hours adjust control as needed F or colder temperatures turn dial to markings under COLDEST For warmer temperatures turn dial to markings under COLD Adjust temperatures by one incr...

Page 6: ...d vegetables Mostproduceshouldbewashedinclearwateranddrainedbeforeplacing in this drawer Items with strong odors or high moisture should be wrapped before storing Toremovedrawercoversforcleaning removedrawer Liftupfrontofcover and pull out Meat Keeper TheMeatKeeperislocatedatbottomofrefrigerator Temperatureinthiscompartment can be made colder than the rest of refrigerator compartment by sliding Ch...

Page 7: ...tusecommercialhouseholdcleaners ammonia or alcohol to clean handles Removeanydustordirtfromfrontoftoegrillusingavacuumcleanerwithitsdusting tool attachment Remove toe grill by pulling it straight out While grill is removed vacuum backside of grill and wipe with a sudsy cloth or sponge Periodically clean condenser blacktubesandwiresbeneaththerefrigerator behindtoegrill Donotallow lintordusttoaccumu...

Page 8: ...l armtoits down orONposition Because of new plumbing connections the first production of ice cubes may be discolored or have an odd flavor Throw the ice away until cubes made are free of discoloration and taste To stop ice maker lift wire signal arm until it clicks and locks in the up or OFF position Ice maker turns off automatically when ice container is full Ice Maker Tips 1 Ice stored too long ...

Page 9: ...e sure controls are turned to OFF Remove all food from doors Unplug refrigerator Remove toe grill First trace around hinges with a soft lead pencil This will make it easier to realign doorswhentheyarereplaced Completelyremoveonedoorbeforestartingremoval of the other as follows 1 Opendoortodoorstopposition 135 andremoveupperhingescrews DONOT remove upper hinge from door 2 Carefully lift door off of...

Page 10: ...ING OF DOORS DRAWERS Set the respective control to a warmer setting until the temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize Then adjust the other compartment if necessary OCCURRENCE Refrigerator compressor does not run Refrigerator runs too much or too long RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Freezer control is off Refrigerator is in defrost cycle Plug at ...

Page 11: ...gerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time Clean or change gasket Leaks in door sealwillcauserefrigeratortorunlongerin order to maintain desired temperatures This is normal Refrigerator goes on and off to keep temperature constant Set the freezer control to a warmer setting until the freezer temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize Then if the re...

Page 12: ... cabinets Water is running into the ice maker some models Water dripping on defrost heater coil during defrost cycle Weather is hot and humid which increases rate of frost buildup and internal sweating Door is slightly open Door is opened too often or too long Vegetablescontainandgiveoffmoisture Washed vegetables and fruits drain while in the Crisper Set the refrigerator control to a colder set ti...

Page 13: ...tly Discard stale ice Ice maker will produce fresh supply Add filter to ice maker Consult a water purifying company OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION WATER MOISTURE FROST OUTSIDE REFRIGERATOR Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator Ice maker is not making any ice Ice maker is not making enough ice Ice maker is not separating the cubes Ice has bad odor and taste Weather is humid Door is slightly...

Page 14: ...p of drawer Track that drawer slides on is dirty Light bulb is burned out Light switch plunger is stuck Plunger is located on the interior door frame next to the temperature control in each compart ment No electric current is reaching refrigerator Clean interior with sponge warm water and baking soda Cover food tightly Use a different container or brand of wrapping paper Move packages that keep do...

Page 15: ...15 Normal Operating Sounds ...

Page 16: ...e accessible for servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the 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 ...

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Page 18: ...18 Notes ...

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