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Use & Care Guide

Form No. C/11/04

Part No. 12842107

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Litho U.S.A.

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ..... 1-2

Installation ...................................... 3-9

Temperature Controls............... 10-12

Fresh Food Features ................. 13-15

Freezer Features .............................. 16

Ice and Water ............................. 17-19

Water Filter ................................. 20-22

Food Storage Tips ..................... 23-25

Care and Cleaning .................... 26-29

Operating Sounds ........................... 30

Troubleshooting......................... 31-34

Warranty & Service ......................... 35

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien . 36

Guía de uso y cuidado ................... 74

Summary of Contents for MSB2654HE

Page 1: ...ety Instructions 1 2 Installation 3 9 Temperature Controls 10 12 Fresh Food Features 13 15 Freezer Features 16 Ice and Water 17 19 Water Filter 20 22 Food Storage Tips 23 25 Care and Cleaning 26 29 Operating Sounds 30 Troubleshooting 31 34 Warranty Service 35 Guide d utilisation et d entretien 36 Guía de uso y cuidado 74 ...

Page 2: ...y access Model Number _______________________________ Revision Number ______________________________ Serial Number ________________________________ Date of Purchase______________________________ In our continuing effort to improve the quality and performance of our appliances it may be necessary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide This appliance is equipped with a three pr...

Page 3: ...re Guide or published user repair instructions Do not attempt service if instructions are not under stood or if they are beyond personal skill level 13 Always disconnect refrigerator from electrical supply before attempting any service Disconnect power cord by grasping the plug not the cord 14 Install refrigerator according to Installation Instructions All connections for water electrical power an...

Page 4: ...pening smaller than anticipated Some clearance may be gained by using the leveling procedure under Leveling IMPORTANT If refrigerator is to be installed into a recess where the top of the refrigerator is completely covered use dimensions from floor to top of hinge cap to verify proper clearance Transporting Your Refrigerator NEVER transport refrigerator on its side If an upright position is not po...

Page 5: ...placing the Doors To replace the doors follow the steps in Door and Hinge Removal in reverse order IMPORTANT If water line tube end is damaged cut off 5 8 before reconnecting To Disconnect the Water Line Push in white collar A and hold Pull the door side tube from the connector B To Reconnect the Water Line Firmly push tube 5 8 into the connector Use lines on the tube as a guide for full insertion...

Page 6: ...select models To reduce the risk of injury or death follow basic precautions including the following Read all instructions before installing ice maker Do not attempt installation if instructions are not understood or if they are beyond personal skill level Observe all local codes and ordinances Do not service ice maker unless specifically recommended in Use Care Guide or published user repair inst...

Page 7: ... or attached to the back of your refrig erator Remove and discard handle packaging and tape Handle design varies from refrigerator to refrigerator Please reference the appropriate instructions for your model Front Mount Handle with Extensions Materials Needed Gloves to protect hands Phillips screwdriver Plastic door handle removal card or 1 32 thick plastic card retain the card Attach Extensions t...

Page 8: ...3 Repeat instructions 1 2 to remove other handle To Reinstall 1 Repeat in reverse order Door Clip Wide by Side Handles To Install 1 Align fresh food handle with trim retainer and door clip 2 Make sure the tabs of the handle clip are below the tabs of the door clip 3 Rotate the handle so that the handle is flat against the door see page 6 4 The tab on the lower part of the handle will align with th...

Page 9: ...r top clip loosen lower clip further until fit can be accomplished 4 Insert 1 4 hex nut driver into predrilled hole at base of handle to tighten screw Insert screw plug into hole as illustrated 5 Repeat above steps to install other handle Removing Front Mounted Handles for Stainless Steel 1 Remove plastic button plug at base of handle with a very small flat blade screwdriver Insert 1 4 hex nut dri...

Page 10: ...g roller adjustment screw counterclockwise Check with level to verify 1 4 tilt to the back for proper door closure If refrigerator is aligned and stable replace toe grille and hinge covers 7 Replace bracket cover s Position cover into the outer edge of the hinge Swing the cover toward the cabinet and snap it into place 8 Replace the toe grille A B A B A B A B 4 Turn both rear adjustment screws B c...

Page 11: ...r control more than one number at a time Allow 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize Changing either control will have some effect on the temperature of the other compartment Temperature Control Guide Refrigerator too warm Refrigerator too cold Freezer too warm Freezer too cold Turn refrigerator OFF Turn the refrigerator control to next higher number Turn the refrigerator control to next lower nu...

Page 12: ... within that compartment Do not change either control more than one degree at a time Allow temperature to stabilize for 24 hours before making a new temperature adjustment Temperature Control Guide Refrigerator too cold Refrigerator too warm Freezer too cold Freezer too warm Turn refrigerator OFF Set the refrigerator control to next higher number by pressing the pad Set the refrigerator control to...

Page 13: ... Super Cool select models Change the temperature display from F to C Enable or disable audible alarms Adjust the light level at which the Dispenser Auto Light will illuminate when this feature is activated on the ice and water dispenser select models Activate or turn off the Sabbath Mode To access the User Preferences menu press and hold the Door Alarm pad for three seconds When in the User Prefer...

Page 14: ...es may break suddenly if nicked scratched or exposed to sudden temperature change CAUTION To Slide Out Elevator Shelf Grasp the front of the shelf and pull forward Push the shelf in to return to original position To Adjust the Elevator Shelf Pull out the knob on the crank handle Rotate the crank clockwise to raise the shelf and counterclockwise to lower the height of the shelf To Remove Elevator S...

Page 15: ...rd the Vegetables setting for leafy produce Note For best results keep the crispers tightly closed Dairy Center The Dairy Center provides convenient door storage for spreadable items such as butter and margarine On select models this compartment can be moved to several different locations to accommodate storage needs Automatic Humidity Control Some crispers are equipped with an Automatic Humidity ...

Page 16: ...e removable and are top rack dishwasher safe for easy cleaning Covered Storage Bucket select models The Storage Bucket has a lid and removable egg tray When tray is removed bucket will accept items such as a standard egg carton ice etc Tall Bottle Retainer Snugger select models The Tall Bottle Retainer prevents tall bottles from tipping forward The Retainer can be placed above any removable door b...

Page 17: ...e Pull out to its full extension Lift up front of basket and remove To Install Slide basket or drawer into cabinet railing Lift up front of basket or drawer and slide to the back of refrigerator Ice Storage Bin The Ice Storage Bin is located below the automatic ice maker To Remove Raise ice maker arm to deactivate ice maker Lift front of bin and pull out to its full extension Lift up front of bin ...

Page 18: ...irm ice bin is in place and ice maker arm is down After freezer section reaches between 0 to 2 F 18 to 17 C ice maker fills with water and begins operating You will have a complete harvest of ice approximately every three hours Allow approximately 24 hours after installation to receive first harvest of ice Discard ice created within first 12 hours of operation to verify system is flushed of impuri...

Page 19: ...erve the following Do not put fingers hands or any foreign object into dispenser opening Do not use sharp objects to break ice Do not dispense ice directly into thin glass fine china or delicate crystal CAUTION To Use Dispenser Pad Choose water selection from dispenser control panel Press sturdy wide mouthed container against dispenser pad When dispensing crushed ice hold container as close to chu...

Page 20: ... button A green indicator light above button illuminates when the sensor is active To Deactivate Auto Light Press Auto Light button The green indicator light will go out Notes Mode may not be changed while ice dispenser is in operation If dispenser select models is active for more than five minutes an automatic lock out sensor will shut down power to dispenser area See Dispenser Lock for unlocking...

Page 21: ... into filter head 3 Rotate gently clockwise until filter stops Snap filter cover closed 4 Reduce water spurts by flushing air from system Run water continuously for two minutes through dispenser until water runs steady During initial use allow about a one to two minute delay in water dispersal to allow internal water tank to fill Additional flushing may be required in some households where water i...

Page 22: ...s Taste and Odor Reduction Chlorine Taste Odor Mechanical Filtration Unit Particulate Reduction Class 1 Standard No 53 Health Effects Chemical Reduction Unit Lead Atrazine Lindane Benzene Carbofuran p Dichlorobenzene Mercury Toxaphene Reduction Mechanical Filtration Unit Cyst Turbidity and Asbestos Reduction Tested and certified by NSF International against ANSI NSF Standards 42 53 in models UKF80...

Page 23: ...ements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity Inorganic Radiological Contaminants Cysts Asbestos Turbidity Lead Mercury Organic Contaminants Atrazine Lindane Benzene Carbofuran p dichlorobenzene Toxaphene Rated Service Capacity 750 gal Rated Service Flow 0 78 gpm Conditions of Certification D...

Page 24: ...cheese cream sour cream or yogurt when mold appears Dairy Food Most dairy foods such as milk yogurt sour cream and cottage cheese have freshness dates on their cartons for appropriate length of storage Store these foods in the original carton and refrigerate immediately after purchasing and after each use Frozen Food Storage The freezer compartment of a refrigerator should be kept at approximately...

Page 25: ...ommended 9 to 12 months 8 months cooked 6 months whole peeled Not recommended 6 months 1 month whole Not recommended 6 to 12 months STORAGE TIPS Wrap tightly or cover Check carton date Close tightly Don t return unused portions to original container Don t freeze cream unless whipped Wrap tightly Store in original carton Check carton date Store in original carton Check carton date Wrap tightly Cut ...

Page 26: ...ays 7 days FREEZER 8 to 10 months 8 to 10 months Not recommended 8 to 10 months Not recommended 12 months 9 months 2 to 6 months 1 month 3 to 4 months 6 to 9 months 1 to 2 months 1 to 2 months 1 to 2 months 1 to 2 months 4 to 6 months 4 months 1 to 2 months 1 to 2 months 4 to 6 months 1 month STORAGE TIPS Do not wash before refrigerating Store in crisper Wrap odorous foods Leave peas in pods Wrap ...

Page 27: ...mmediately to avoid water spots Use warm soapy water and a soft clean cloth or sponge Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately to avoid water spots To polish and help prevent fingerprints follow with Stainless Steel Magic Spray part no 20000008 Use warm soapy water and a soft clean cloth or sponge Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle with brush attachme...

Page 28: ...d in the cleaning instructions every three months This will increase energy efficiency and cooling performance 1 Remove all food and turn the refrigerator OFF 2 Disconnect power to the refrigerator 3 Clean the walls floor ceiling of cabinet interior drawers shelves and gaskets according to the instructions see page 26 4 Dilute mild detergent and brush solution into crevices using a plastic bristle...

Page 29: ...screw to remove 2 Replace light bulb with a 7 watt 120 volt bulb Care and Cleaning To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death disconnect power to refrigerator before replacing light bulb After replacing light bulb reconnect power WARNING To avoid personal injury or property damage observe the following Allow light bulb to cool Wear gloves when replacing light bulb CA...

Page 30: ... never from its front Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving If your refrigerator has a dispenser and there is any possibility that the temperature can drop below freezing where the refrigerator is located the water supply system including the water tank and the water valve must be drained by a qualified servicer CAUTION For short vacations or absences three months or ...

Page 31: ...ect models B sounds like an electric clock and snaps in and out of defrost cycle Condenser fan D makes this noise while operating Freezer fan C makes this noise while operating Freezer fan C slows to a stop as the freezer door is opened Evaporator E and heat exchanger F refrigerant make this noise when flowing Ice cubes from ice maker drop into ice bucket G Dispenser ice chute H closing Compressor...

Page 32: ...ust controls See page 14 to verify drawer positioning Plug in refrigerator See pages 10 11 and 12 to adjust controls See pages 10 11 and 12 to adjust controls Replace any blown fuses Check circuit breaker and reset if necessary Call local power company listing to report outage Unplug refrigerator and transfer food to another refrigerator If another refrigerator is not available place dry ice in fr...

Page 33: ...l during times of high humidity See pages 10 11 and 12 to adjust controls Reduce time door is open Organize food items efficiently to assure door is open for as short a time as possible Clean according to the chart on page 26 See page 30 Reposition food items and containers to avoid interference with the drawers See page 14 for proper drawer placement See page 9 for details on how to level your re...

Page 34: ...ure must be between 35 to 100 pounds per square inch to function properly A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per square inch is recommended for refrigerators with water filters See Temperature Controls pages 10 11 and 12 to adjust controls Freezer must be between 0 to 2 F 18 to 17 C to produce ice See Ice Storage Bin page 16 See Connecting the Water Supply pages 4 and 5 Self piercing and 3 16 saddle ...

Page 35: ... is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection See Connecting the Water Supply pages 4 and 5 Self piercing and 3 16 saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the line over time The manufacturer is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection Water pressure must be between 35 to 100 pounds per square inch to...

Page 36: ... parts and labor only any part of the sealed refrigeration system consisting of the compressor evaporator condenser drier and connecting tubing and the cabinet liner exclusive of the door liner which fail in normal home use All other costs including mileage transportation trip charge and diagnostic charge if required shall be the responsibility of the owner Limited Warranty PuricleanTM II Water Fi...

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