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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpack the Refrigerator

Remove the Packaging

Remove tape and glue from your refrigerator before using. To 
remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with 
your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed 
by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the 
adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable 
fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These 
products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For 
more information, see “Refrigerator Safety” section.

On some models, shelves, bins, door shelf rails, and other 
feature parts may be packaged in the Interior FeaturePak. 
Follow the instructions contained in the package for proper 
assembly. 

Clean Before Using

After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of 
your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in 
“Refrigerator Care.”

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems 
of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous 
– even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of 
your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help 
prevent accidents.

Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:

Take off the doors.

Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily 
climb inside.

WARNING

Suffocation Hazard

Remove doors from your old refrigerator. 

Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install 
refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

When Moving Your Refrigerator:

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator 
for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor. 
Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. 
Do not wiggle or “walk” the refrigerator when trying to move 
it, as floor damage could occur.

Important information to know about glass shelves 
and covers:

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when 
they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to 
sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. 
For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter 
into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass 
shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when 
removing them to avoid impact from dropping.

Summary of Contents for SIDE BY SIDE REFRIGERATOR

Page 1: ...SIDE BY SIDE REFRIGERATOR Use CareGuide Table of Contents 2 SPANISH SPANISH Spanish Spanish CHINESE Chinese Chinese KOREAN Korean Korean W10139583A ...

Page 2: ...hurt you and others All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean follow instructions instructions DANGER WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury when using your refrigerator follow these basic precautions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Plug into a grounded earthed outlet Do not remo...

Page 3: ...dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator please follow these instructions to help prevent accidents Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer Take off the doors Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside WARNING Suffocation Hazard Remove doors from your old refrigerator Failure to do so can result ...

Page 4: ...recommended that a separate circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch or pull chain Do not use an extension cord NOTE Before performing any type of installation cleaning or removing a light bulb turn the control Thermostat Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electric...

Page 5: ...ur home measure the doorway to see if you need to remove the whole doors See the instructions below to remove the whole doors WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before removing doors Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock 2 Water Dispenser Tubing Connection A Face of fitting 4 Top Left Hinge Do Not Remove Screw A A A 1 Base Grille 5 Do Not Remove Screw A A Top Right...

Page 6: ... socket wrench to remove the top left hinge screw and cover as shown See Graphic 4 3 Remove remaining top left hinge screws and hinge as shown See Graphic 4 IMPORTANT Do not remove screw A 4 Lift the freezer door straight up off bottom hinge 5 Use a hex head socket wrench to remove the top right hinge screw and cover as shown See Graphic 5 6 Remove remaining top right hinge screws and hinge as sho...

Page 7: ... kPa If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 40 to 60 psi 276 to 414 kPa Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked Replace the filter if necessary Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage If your refrigerator has a water filter it may further reduce the water pressure when used in conjunction w...

Page 8: ... 1 Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power 2 Remove and discard the black nylon plug from the gray water tube on the rear of the refrigerator 3 Thread the provided nut onto the water valve as shown NOTE Tighten the nut by hand Then tighten it with a wrench two more turns Do not overtighten 4 Turn shutoff valve ON 5 Check for leaks Tighten any nuts or connections including connections at the valve ...

Page 9: ...vegetable meat drawer control comes preset at the lowest meat setting To store meat Set the control to one of the three MEAT settings to store meat at its optimal storage temperature To store vegetables Set the control to VEG to store vegetables at their optimal storage temperatures NOTE If food starts to freeze move the control to the left less cold Remember to wait 24 hours between adjustments C...

Page 10: ...ser may continue to make noise for a few seconds after dispensing IMPORTANT Limit water dispensing time to a maximum of 2 minutes at a time The Dispenser Light on some models When you use the dispenser the light will automatically turn on If you want the light to be on continuously you may choose either ON or DIM The display screen indicates which mode is selected ON Press LIGHT to turn the dispen...

Page 11: ... filter sooner The filter should be replaced at least every 6 months depending on your water quality and usage After changing the water filter reset the status light by pressing and holding the FILTER button for 3 seconds The status light will change from REPLACE to GOOD when the system is reset Changing the Water Filter 1 Press the eject button to release the filter from the base grille 2 Pull th...

Page 12: ... if the outlet is working Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker If the problem continues call an electrician Are controls on Make sure the refrigerator controls are on See Using the Controls New installation Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool completely NOTE Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting...

Page 13: ...2 hours for full ice production Large amount of ice recently removed Allow 24 hours for ice maker to produce more ice Ice cube jammed in the ice maker ejector arm Remove ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil Reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water supply This can decrease water pressure See Water Supply Requirements in either the Installation Instruction book...

Page 14: ...frigerator connected to a cold water pipe Make sure the refrigerator is connected to a cold water pipe See Water Supply Requirements ACCESSORIES To order accessories contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer and ask for the appropriate part number listed below Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish Part 4396095 Replacement Filters Standard Base Grille Water Filter Cartridge Part 4396841 T2RFWG2 and P2R...

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