Page 1: ...shelves shelf Freezer light 3ET22DK and 3ET22RK Freezer shelf number label Leveling rollers Base grille behind base grille IX Adjustable door bins II I III1 Deep door bin bit adjustable 3ET22FfK NO FROST REFRIGERATOR FREEZERS 3ET22DK3ET22RK 6ET20RK s sa ...
Page 2: ...ator Warranty 16 0 1992 Whirlpool Corporation Remove the consumer Buy Guide Label tape and any inside labels except model and serial number label before using the refrigerator To remove any remaining glue l Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball then remove OR l Soak area with liquid hand dishwashing detergent before removing glue as described above Do not use sharp instruments rubbing alcohol flam...
Page 3: ...able fluids The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion l FOR YOUR SAFETY l DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE THE FUMES CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR EXPLOSION It is your responsibility to be sure your refrigerator is installed and leveled on a floor that will hold the weight and in an area suitable for its size and ...
Page 4: ...nnot be turned off with a switch or pull chain Do not use an extension cord Install properly 1 Allow 1 25 cm inch space on each side and at the top of the refrigerator for ease of installation 2 If the refrigerator is to be against a wall you might want to leave extra space on the hinge side closest to the wall so the door can be opened wider 3 The refrigerator back can be flush against the wall L...
Page 5: ...n refrigerator or freezer use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide Adjust the Refrigerator Control first l Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments l Then adjust the Freezer Control if needed RECOMMENDED CONDITION REASON CONTROL SElTINGS If Refrigerator Section is TOO WARM Door opened often Large amount of food added Room temperature too warm Refrigerator 6 Freezer D If Freezer Sect...
Page 6: ...rong enough to hold bottles milk and other heavy food items To remove shelves 1 Remove items from shelf 2 Tilt up at front 3 Lift up at back 4 Pull shelf straight out To replace shelves 1 Guide the rear hooks into the slots in the shelf supports 2 Tilt up front of shelf until hooks drop into slots Lower front of shelf to level position Removing the freezer shelf I To remove shelf Lift the front th...
Page 7: ...oth hands 2 Lift front of cover frame 3 Lift out cover frame by pulling up and out 4 Remove metal cover support To replace the cover 1 Replace metal cover support on wall supports in front section of cabinet 2 Fit back of cover frame into notch supports on walls of refrigerator then lower into place 3 Slide back of glass insert into place then lower front Adjusting the crisper humidity control You...
Page 8: ...ug the refrigerator or disconnect the electricity leading to the refrigerator at the main power supply Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury To change refrigerator light 1 Disconnect refrigerator from power supply 2 Reach behind Control Console to find bulbs 3 Remove bulb 4 Replace with a 40 watt appliance bulb 5 Reconnect power supply To change freezer light 1 Disco...
Page 9: ...an and condenser coils on page 11 Reversing the door swing You can change the hinges on your refrigerator so the doors open the other way Refer to the instruction sheet included with your refrigerator Ice compartment door Pull the ice compartment door panel out from the bottom and slide it to the rear Ice cube trays If cubes are not used they may shrink The moving cold air starts a slow evaporatio...
Page 10: ...nds Your refrigerator has a high efficiency compres sor and motor It will run longer than older designs It may even seem to run most of the time Energy saving tips You can help your refrigerator use less electricity 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 few times as possible Think about what you ne...
Page 11: ...ater and mild detergent or baking soda 26 g 2 tablespoons to 0 95 L I quart of water l Rinse and drv thorouahlv Door liners and gaskets 8 Sponge soft cloth or paper towel l Mild detergent l Warm water l Wash l Rinse and dry thoroughly DO NOT USE cleaning waxes concen trated detergents bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic parts Plastic parts covers and panels l Soft clean sponge or ...
Page 12: ...wrapping until you are ready to use it Once opened rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil Leftovers Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil Plastic containers with tight lids can also be used Storingfrozenfood The freezer section is designed for storage of commercially frozen food and for freezing food at home For further information about preparing food for freezing contact yo...
Page 13: ... rattle Screw in the leveling rollers tape the doors shut and tape the electric cord to the cabinet When you get to your new home put every thing back and refer to page 4 Powerinterruptions If electricity goes off call the power company Ask how long power will be off 1 If service is to be interrupted 24 hours or less keep both doors closed This will help foods stay frozen 2 If service is to be int...
Page 14: ... free of dust and lint l On hot days or if the room is warm the motor naturally runs longer l If the door has been opened a lot or if a large amount of food has been put in the motor will run longer to cool down the interior Remember Motor running time depends on different things number of door openings amount of food stored temperature of the room setting of the controls Your new refrigerator may...
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Page 16: ...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 Whirlpool E Any labor co...
