background image

11

Using the Controls

For your convenience, your refrigerator controls are preset at the 
factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the 
controls are still preset to the mid-settings as shown. 

NOTE: To turn your refrigerator off, turn the refrigerator control to 
the word OFF or until the word OFF appears. Your product will 
not cool when the refrigerator control is set to OFF.

Mid-setting “3”

Mid-setting “3”

Mid-setting “4”

IMPORTANT:

Give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before 
adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food 
into the refrigerator.

If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, 
your food may spoil. Adjusting the Refrigerator and Freezer 
Controls to a higher (colder) than recommended setting will 
not cool the compartments any faster.

Adjusting Control Settings

The mid-setting(s) indicated in the previous section should be 
correct for normal household usage. The controls are set 
correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice 
cream is firm. 

If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or 
freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked.

If you need to adjust temperatures, use the settings listed in the 
chart below as a guide. On models with two controls, adjust the 
refrigerator temperature first. Wait at least 24 hours between 
adjustments and then recheck the temperatures.  

Ice Maker 

(on some models - Accessory)

Turning the Ice Maker On/Off

NOTE: Do not force the wire shutoff arm up or down. 

To turn the ice maker on, simply lower the wire shutoff arm.

NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. As ice is 
made, the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin and the ice 
cubes will raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) 
position.

To manually turn the ice maker off, lift the wire shutoff arm to 
the OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click to make sure 
the ice maker will not continue to operate. 

4

REFRIGERATOR

4

FREEZER

CONDITION/REASON:

ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR section too 
warm

Door opened often, large 
amount of food added or room 
temperature very warm

Adjust REFRIGERATOR  
or TEMPERATURE 
Control one setting 
higher 

FREEZER section too warm/ice 
not made fast enough

Door opened often, or large 
amount of food added or very 
cold room temperature (can’t 
cycle often enough)

Heavy ice usage

Adjust FREEZER or 
TEMPERATURE Control 
one setting higher

REFRIGERATOR section 
too cold

Controls not set correctly for 
your conditions

Adjust REFRIGERATOR 
or TEMPERATURE 
Control one setting 
lower

FREEZER section too cold

Controls not set correctly for 
your conditions

Adjust FREEZER or 
TEMPERATURE Control 
one setting lower 

MAX

NORMAL

Summary of Contents for 8ET8MTKXKT04

Page 1: ...TOP MOUNT REFRIGERATOR Use CareGuide 2302300 ...

Page 2: ...ls 11 Adjusting Control Settings 11 Ice Maker 11 REFRIGERATOR FEATURES 12 Refrigerator Shelves 12 Crispers and Meat Drawers 12 Crisper Humidity Control 13 Chilled Meat Drawer 13 Wine or Can Bottle Rack 13 Utility or Egg Bin 13 FREEZER FEATURES 14 Freezer Shelf 14 Pull out Freezer Floor 14 DOOR FEATURES 14 Door Rails 14 Can Racks and Door Bins 15 Adjustable Utility Compartment Tray 15 Flip up Door ...

Page 3: ... will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean follow instructions instructions DANGER WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons when using your refrigerator follow these basic precautions WARNING SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Plug into a grounded earthed outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use a...

Page 4: ...refrigerator allow for a 1 25 cm space on each side and at the top When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall leave 2 5 08 cm minimum on each side depending on your model to allow for the door to swing open If your refrigerator has an ice maker allow extra space at the back for the water line connections NOTE Do not install the refrigerator near an oven radiator or other heat source no...

Page 5: ... your water pressure call a licensed qualified plumber Reverse Osmosis Water Supply IMPORTANT The pressure of the water supply coming out of a reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 30 and 120 psi 207 827 kPa If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system nee...

Page 6: ...on nut Do not overtighten Reattach the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet Move to Step 2 Style 1 Style 2 2 Turn shutoff valve ON Check for leaks Tighten any connections including connections at the valve or nuts that leak 3 The ice maker is equipped with a built in water strainer If local water conditions require periodic cleaning or a well is your source of water supply a second water...

Page 7: ...igerator handle on opposite side of the refrigerator door as shown in Graphic 6 3 Drive top two screws in handle first Align lower portion of handle and drive bottom screw 9 Tighten all screws Set aside refrigerator door until bottom hinge is installed on refrigerator Style 2 Contour Doors See complete Style 2 graphics later in this section Cabinet 1 Remove hex head hinge screws from handle side a...

Page 8: ... Seal Screw Front 1 2 A A B A A A B A 5 6 1 7 A Door Handle A 6 2 A Flat Head Handle Screw B Refrigerator Handle C Handle Screw 6 3 A B C 2 Screw Cover Side View Front View A Bottom Hinge B Hex Head Hinge Screws Top Hinge Bottom Hinge Center Hinge A Center Hinge B Hex Head Hinge Screws A Top Hinge Cover B Hex Head Hinge Screws C Top Hinge A B C A B A B A A 5 16 Hex Head Hinge Screws 1 1 A 5 16 5 1...

Page 9: ...oor Stops B A Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs A Top Hinge Bottom Hinge Center Hinge A B C A B A B Door Removal Replacement A Center Hinge B 5 16 Hex Head Hinge Screws A Bottom Hinge B 5 16 Hex Head Hinge Screws A Top Hinge Cover B 5 16 Hex Head Hinge Screws C Top Hinge 4 A Door Stop B Door Stop Screw B A Reinstallation of Door Stops Base Grille A A A Bottom Hinge Hole Plug ...

Page 10: ... the kinds of sounds and what may be making them If your refrigerator is equipped with an ice maker you will hear a buzzing sound when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker for each cycle Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items at the desired temperatures and to minimize energy usage The high efficiency compressor and fans may cause your refrigerator to ...

Page 11: ... the chart below as a guide On models with two controls adjust the refrigerator temperature first Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments and then recheck the temperatures IceMaker onsomemodels Accessory Turning the Ice Maker On Off NOTE Do not force the wire shutoff arm up or down To turn the ice maker on simply lower the wire shutoff arm NOTE Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff As ice is ...

Page 12: ...re shelves Store similar foods together and adjust the shelves to fit different heights This reduces the time the refrigerator door is open and saves energy Slide out Shelves on some models To Remove and Replace a Shelf in a Metal Frame 1 Pull the shelf forward to the stop Tilt the front of the shelf up and lift it slightly as you pull the shelf from the frame 2 Replace the shelf by guiding it bac...

Page 13: ...inal container in crisper Vegetables with skins Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper HIGH closed keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh leafy vegetables Leafy vegetables Wash in cold water drain and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper Humidity Control Location Humidity Control on cr...

Page 14: ...r more information on preparing food for freezing check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook Pull outFreezerFloor onsomemodels To Remove and Replace the Freezer Floor 1 Lift both back fences up and out 2 Remove the freezer floor by pulling it out about 1 2 5 cm with one hand around the air tower section center back and one hand at center front 3 Lift up floor at rear until hooks release from cabin...

Page 15: ...ry removable parts and interior surfaces thoroughly Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays scouring cleansers flammable fluids cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts interior and door liners or gaskets Do not use paper towels scouring pads or...

Page 16: ...bles and freeze other items 2 If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker Raise wire shutoff arm to OFF up position Shut off water supply to the ice maker 3 Empty the ice bin If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave follow these steps 1 Remove all food from the refrigerator 2 If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least ...

Page 17: ...urrounding conditions See Using the Control s depending on the model Are the doors closed completely Push the doors firmly shut If they will not shut all the way See The doors will not close completely later in this section Are the condenser coils dirty This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder Clean the condenser coils See Cleaning NOTE Your new refrigerator will run longer than ...

Page 18: ...s normal for moisture to build up inside the refrigerator when the room air is humid Is the food packaged correctly Check that all food is securely wrapped Wipe off damp food containers before placing in the refrigerator Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding conditions See Using the Control s depending on the model Was a self defrost cycle completed It is normal for droplets to form o...

Page 19: ...19 Notes ...

Page 20: ...ystems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 7 Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States or Canada WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This ...

Reviews: