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Summary of Contents for 3ED20PK

Page 1: ... Home Appliances UseAndCare A Note To You 2 Important Safety 3 Using Your Refrigerator Caring For Your Refrigerator 13 Food Storage Guide 15 18 Warranty 20 NO FROST REFRIGERATOR FREEZERS MODELS 3ED20PK 6ED20PK ...

Page 2: ... symbol This symbol will help alert you to such dangers as personal injury burns fire and electrical shock This symbol will help you avoid actions which could cause product damage scratches dents etc and damage to your personal property Help when you need it If you ever have a question concerning your appliance s operation or if you need service first see If You Need Assistance Or Service on page ...

Page 3: ... install the refrigerator near an oven radiator or other heat source l Do not use the refrigerator in an area where the room temperature will fall below 13 C 55 F l Keep the refrigerator out of the weather l Connect the refrigerator only to the proper kind of outlet with the correct electrical supply and grounding 9 Do not load the refrigerator with food before it has time to get properly cold l U...

Page 4: ...nce Use them to become familiar with where all parts and features are located and what they look like Control panel Light Model and serial number Ice cube 1 6 f 11 llpdoor shelve s Shelf glide Utility bin Door shelves Base grille Control panel Freeze control Refrigerator control ...

Page 5: ...thod A 220 or 240 Volt 50 Hz AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused and properly grounded electrical supply is required It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain Do not use an extension cord Installing it 1 Allow 1 25 cm 2 inch space on each side and at the top of the refrigerator for ease of ins...

Page 6: ... one on the left To adjust one or left to lower both of these follow the directions below Front 1 Remove base grille See page 11 Use a screwdriver roller 2 To raise front turn screw clockwise 3 To lower front turn screw counterclockwise 4 Check with level 5 Replace base grille See page 11 ...

Page 7: ...Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are in the refrigerator When the refrigerator is plugged in for the first time 1 Set the Refrigerator Control to 3 Refrigerator Control adjustments range from 1 warmest to 5 coldest 2 Set the Freezer Control to B Freezer Control adjustments range from A warmest to C coldest 3 Give the refrigerator time to cool down com pletely before adding food This may t...

Page 8: ...orrectly Refrigerator 2 Section is for your conditions Freezer B TOO COLD If ICE isn t Heavy ice usage MADE FAST Very cold room temperature ENOUGH can t cvcle often enouah Refrigerator Freezer If BOTH SECTIONS are TOO WARM Door opened often Large amount of food added Very warm or very cold room temperatures Refrigerator 4 Freezer B Adjusting the refrigerator shelves Shelves can be adjusted to matc...

Page 9: ...de 2 Slide guide along track Slide along track NOTE Shelf glide cannot be removed Removing the crisper and crisper cover To remove the crisper 1 Slide the crisper straight out to the stop 2 Lift the front 3 Slide out the rest of the way 4 Replace in reverse order To remove the cover 1 Push glass insert up from bottom then slide out with both hands 2 Lift front of cover frame 3 Lift cover frame out...

Page 10: ...p the meat drawer colder than the rest of the refrigerator for better storage of meats Slide the control to let more or less cold air through Removing the freezer bin For proper air movement keep the freezer bin in place when the refrigerator is operating To remove the bin 1 Slide bin out to the stop 2 Lift bin at the front to clear the stop 3 Slide bin out the rest of the way To replace the bin 1...

Page 11: ...ctricity leading to it at the main power supply Failure to do so could result in personal injury To change refrigerator light 1 Disconnect refrigerator from power supply 2 Reach behind the Control Console to remove bulb 3 Replace bulb with a 40 watt appliance bulb 4 Reconnect refrigerator to power supply To change freezer light 1 Disconnect refrigerator from power supply 2 Grasp front of light shi...

Page 12: ...ng sounds The thermostat makes a definite click when the refrigerator stops running It also makes a sound when the refrigerator starts The defrost timer will click when the defrost cycle starts Saving energy You can help your refrigerator use less electricity l l Check door gaskets for a tight seal Level the cabinet to be sure of a good seal l Clean the condenser coils regularly l Open the door as...

Page 13: ...ry thoroughly shelves crisper etc detergent and warm water Outside Sponge cloth or paper towel l Wash outside of cabinet Do not use with mild detergent warm abrasive or harsh cleaners water and an appliance wax or good auto paste wax l Rinse and dry thoroughly l Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year Apply wax with a clean soft cloth Waxing painted metal surfaces provides rust protection...

Page 14: ...move all the food if you are going for a month or more Unplug the refrigerator Clean it rinse well and dry Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in This will keep odor and mold from building up Personal Injury Hazard Do not allow children to climb on play near or climb inside the refrigerator when the doors are blocked open They may become...

Page 15: ...rage Guide In This Section Page Storing fresh food 15 Page Storing frozen food 16 There is a correct way to package and store refrigerated or frozen food To keep food fresher longer take the time to study these recommended steps Storing fresh food Food placed in the refrigerator should be wrapped or stored in air and moisture proof material This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the...

Page 16: ...Cooperative Extension Service or check a freezer guide or cookbook Packaging The secret of successful freezing is in the packaging The way you close and seal the package must not allow air or moisture in or out Packaging done in any other way could cause food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and drying of frozen food Packaging recommended for use Rigid plastic containers with ti...

Page 17: ...onths l Mackerel perch 2 to 3 months l Shrimp uncooked 12 months Poultry l Chicken or turkey whole or parts 12 months 9 Cooked WI gravy 6 months l Duck 6 months l Giblets 2 to 3 months l Slices no gravy 1 month P P FOOD STORAGE TIME _ Main dishes l Casseroles meat 2 to 3 months poultry fish l Stews 2 to 3 months l TV dinners 3 to 6 months Dairy products 9 Butter 6 to 9 months l Margarine 12 months...

Page 18: ...breaker tripped breaker The Refrigerator Control is not Set Refrigerator Control to a numbered set correctly setting See page 7 Unfamiliar There is something on top of or Remove item from on top of or behind sounds or a behind the refrigerator the refrigerator rattling jingling The sounds are normal noise New features on your new refrigerator make new sounds See Understanding the sounds you may he...

Page 19: ...of the items listed in Step 1 Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an authorized Whirlpool service company 3 If you need FSP replace ment parts FSP is a protected trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement pat t for your Whirlpool appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they ar...

Page 20: ...gerator 2 Instruct you how to use the refrigerator 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing 4 Replace light bulbs B Repairs when refrigerator is used in other than normal single family household use C Pickup and delivery This product is designed to be repaired in the home D Damage to refrigerator caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by W...

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