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Door and hinge removal

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 in. Hex-Head Hinge Screw

1.

Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.

Keep both doors closed until you are ready to lift them free 
from the cabinet.

NOTE:

 Provide additional support for the doors while the 

hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets 
to hold the doors in place while you are working.

3.

Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge 
graphic.

4.

Lift the freezer door free from the cabinet.

5.

Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center 
Hinge graphic.

6.

Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.

7.

Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the 
Bottom Hinge graphic.

IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your doors so that they 
open in the opposite direction, follow these steps. If you are 
not reversing the doors, see “Door and Hinge Replacement.”

Door reversal (optional)

Cabinet

1.

Remove 

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 in. hex-head hinge screws from handle side and 

move them to opposite side (see Graphic 1-1).

2.

Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top and move 
them to opposite side hinge holes as shown (see Graphic 1-
2).

Freezer door

1.

Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts 
together (see Graphic 2).

2.

Remove door hinge hole plug. Move to opposite side as 
shown (see Graphic 3).

3.

Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side 
of freezer door as shown (see Graphic 4).

4.

Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of freezer door as 
shown (see Graphic 5). 

5.

Position freezer handle on opposite side of freezer door. 
Assemble handle on door as shown (see Graphic 2).

6.

Tighten all screws. Set aside door until hinges and refrigerator 
compartment door are in place.

Refrigerator door

1.

Remove the screw cover (see Graphic 6).

2.

Remove refrigerator handle assembly as shown. Keep all 
parts together (see Graphic 6).

3.

Remove door hinge hole plug from refrigerator door. Move to 
opposite side hinge hole as shown (see Graphic 3).

4.

Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side 
of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 4).

5.

Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side 
of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 7).

6.

Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door 
as shown (see Graphic 5). 

7.

Position refrigerator handle on opposite side of the 
refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 6). Drive top two 
screws in handle first. Align lower portion of handle and drive 
bottom screw.

8.

Replace screw cover (see Graphic 6).

9.

Tighten all screws. Set aside refrigerator door until bottom 
hinge is installed on product.

Door and hinge replacement

Note:

 Graphic may be reversed if door swing is reversed.

1.

Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown. Tighten 
screws. 

2.

Replace the refrigerator door.

NOTE:

 Provide additional support for the doors while the 

hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets 
to hold the doors in place while you are working.

3.

Assemble the parts for the center hinge as shown and tighten 
all screws (see Center Hinge graphic).

4.

Replace the freezer door.

5.

Assemble the parts the top hinge as shown (see Top Hinge 
graphic). Do not tighten screws completely. 

6.

Line up the doors so that the bottom of the freezer door 
aligns evenly with the top of the refrigerator door. Tighten all 
screws.

Final Steps

1.

Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are 
in place.

2.

Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

3.

Reset the controls (see “Setting the Controls” section).

Door Closing and Alignment

Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers – one on the right 
and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you 
want the doors to close easier, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using 
the instructions below:

1.

Roll out the refrigerator and use a level to check the floor at 
the back from side-to-side. If needed, use shims to level the 
back of the refrigerator if it is uneven. Roll the refrigerator 
back into place with the rear rollers on top of any shim(s) 
used so that the rear of the refrigerator is level. 

2.

With the rear already level and the refrigerator in place, use 
the bottom leveling screws to level the refrigerator from side-
to-side. They are part of the front roller assemblies, which are 
found at the base of the refrigerator on either side.

NOTE:

 Having someone push against the top of the 

refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws and 
rollers. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.

Door Stop Screw

Door Hinge Hole Plug

Door Handle Sealing Screw 

Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug

Flat-Head Handle Screw           Door Handle Screw Cover

Door Handle Seal Screw Front

 Round-Head Handle Screw

Summary of Contents for ST14CKXHW00

Page 1: ...TOP MOUNT REFRIGERATOR Use CareGuide Table of Contents 2 2202190A ...

Page 2: ...NG YOUR REFRIGERATOR 9 Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 9 Setting the Control s 10 Adjusting Control Settings 10 REFRIGERATOR FEATURES 11 Refrigerator Shelves 11 Meat Drawer and Cover 11 Crisper and Crisper Cover 11 Utility or Egg Bin 12 FREEZER FEATURES 12 Ice Maker 12 Freezer Shelf 13 DOOR FEATURES 13 Drop in Door Rails 13 CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR 13 Cleaning Your Refrigerator 13 Changing the...

Page 3: ...n this manual and on your appliance Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury when usin...

Page 4: ...Follow the instructions contained in the package for proper assembly IMPORTANT Depending on your model do not remove any permanent instruction labels inside your refrigerator or the Tech Sheet that is fastened behind the base grille Depending on your model do not remove the white Styrofoam insert that is located behind the control panel on the ceiling of the refrigerator The insert is part of the ...

Page 5: ...ype or in 4 76 mm saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily Cold Water Supply The ice maker water valve contains a flow washer which is used as a water pressure regulator The ice maker needs to be connected to a cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 120 psi If a problem occurs call your utility company Connecting to water line 1 Unplug refrigerator or disconnect powe...

Page 6: ...ut approximately in 1 9 cm Tighten nut by hand as much as possible then turn the nut an additional turn using a wrench Do not overtighten Re attach the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet Skip to Step 2 For Style 2 disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the product and insert copper tubing through the clamp as shown Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and...

Page 7: ...Door Swing Reversal optional 1 Door Hinge Hole Plug 1 Flat Head Handle Screws 2 Freezer Handle 1 Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs 1 Door Handle Sealing Screws 1 Door Stop Screw 2 Door Stop 3 4 2 1 Door Handle Seal Screw Front 1 2 1 1 Center Hinge 1 1 2 1 1 1 Flat Head Handle Screw 2 Refrigerator Handle 3 Handle Screw 1 Hex Head Hinge Screws 2 Top Hinge 3 Spacer 1 Hex Head Hinge Screws and Washers 5 16 1 2...

Page 8: ... shown see Graphic 5 7 Position refrigerator handle on opposite side of the refrigerator door as shown see Graphic 6 Drive top two screws in handle first Align lower portion of handle and drive bottom screw 8 Replace screw cover see Graphic 6 9 Tighten all screws Set aside refrigerator door until bottom hinge is installed on product Door and hinge replacement Note Graphic may be reversed if door s...

Page 9: ...e water line or items stored on top of the refrigerator Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items at the desired temperature The high efficiency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run longer than your old one and you may hear a pulsating or high pitched sound Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound You ma...

Page 10: ...ld refrigerator usage The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm For models with two controls The Refrigerator Control functions as the thermostat for the entire product refrigerator and freezer sections The higher the number setting the longer the compressor will run to keep the temperature colder The Freezer Control adjusts the cold air fl...

Page 11: ...other hand Slide drawer out the rest of the way 3 Replace the drawer by sliding it back in fully past the drawer stop To remove and replace the meat drawer cover 1 Remove the meat drawer 2 Push the cover back to release the rear clips from the shelf Tilt the cover up at the front and pull it forward 3 Replace the meat drawer cover by fitting the notches and clips on underside of the cover over the...

Page 12: ...your model you may have a one piece utility bin or a three piece egg bin To use the three piece egg bin remove the cover and place the eggs in the egg tray Replace the cover and store on an interior shelf If you prefer you can remove the egg tray and place the entire carton of eggs in the bin Replace the cover NOTE Eggs should be stored in a covered container If your model does not have an egg bin...

Page 13: ...the quality and type of food the type of packaging or wrap used should be airtight and moisture proof and the storage temperature Seal the package or container securely to prevent taste and odor transfer throughout the product Ice crystals inside a sealed package are normal This simply means that moisture in the food and air inside the package have condensed creating ice crystals Put no more unfro...

Page 14: ... out for 24 hours or less keep both refrigerator doors closed to help food stay cold and frozen 2 If the power will be out for more than 24 hours a Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker OR b Place 2 lbs 907 g of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot 28 L of freezer space This will keep the food frozen for two to four days OR c If neither a food locker nor dry ice is ava...

Page 15: ...ging the Light Bulb s section There is water in the defrost drain pan Is the refrigerator defrosting The water will evaporate It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan Is it more humid than normal Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate This is normal when it is hot or humid The motor seems to run too much Is the room temperature hotter than normal Expect t...

Page 16: ...perature is too warm Are the air vents blocked in either compartment This prevents the movement of cold air from the freezer to the refrigerator Remove any objects from in front of the air vents Refer to Ensuring Proper Air Circulation for the location of air vents Are the door s opened often Be aware that the refrigerator will warm when this occurs In order to keep the refrigerator cool try to ge...

Page 17: ...eplacement parts If you need to order replacement parts we recommend that you only use factory specified replacement parts Factory specified replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made with the same precision used to build every new KIRKLAND SIGNATURE appliance To locate factory specified replacement parts in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number ...

Page 18: ...roved by Whirlpool Corporation 5 Any food loss due to product failure 6 Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance 7 Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental ...

Page 19: ...19 Notes ...

Page 20: ...DISTRIBUTED BY CWC P O BOX 34535 SEATTLE WA 98124 1535 1 800 774 2678 U S 2202190A 2000 All rights reserved TM Trademark of Costco Wholesale Corporation 01 00 Printed in Mexico ...

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