Whirlpool 8178501A, Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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GENERAL .............................................................................................................................. 1-1
Refrigerator Safety ............................................................................................................. 1-1
Model & Serial Number Designations ................................................................................ 1-2
Model & Serial Number Label Locations ............................................................................ 1-4
Whirlpool Refrigerator Warranty ......................................................................................... 1-5
KitchenAid Refrigerator Warranty ...................................................................................... 1-6
PRODUCT OPERATION ........................................................................................................ 2-1
Fast Fill Dispenser System Overview ................................................................................ 2-1
COMPONENT ACCESS ........................................................................................................ 3-1
Component Locations ........................................................................................................ 3-1
Removing The Water And Ice Dispenser Components ...................................................... 3-2
Removing The Freezer Door Dispenser Supply Harness And Water Tube ....................... 3-8
Removing The Smart Valve ............................................................................................. 3-10
Removing The Freezer Door .............................................................................................3-11
COMPONENT TESTING ........................................................................................................ 4-1
Ice Door Motor ................................................................................................................... 4-1
Water & Ice Pad Switches .................................................................................................. 4-1
IDI Motor ............................................................................................................................ 4-2
Smart Valve Coils ............................................................................................................... 4-2
DIAGNOSTICS & TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................. 5-1
Diagnostics ........................................................................................................................ 5-1
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 5-5
Flowcharts ...................................................................................................................... 5-5
WIRING DIAGRAMS .............................................................................................................. 6-1