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To increase ice production rate:

Normal Ice Production:

 In normal ice production mode, the 

ice maker should produce approximately 8 to 12 batches of 
ice in a 24-hour period. If ice is not being made fast enough, 
turn the Freezer Control toward a higher (colder) number in 
half number steps. (For example, if the control is at 3, move it 
to between 3 and 4.) Wait 24 hours and, if necessary, 
gradually turn the Freezer Control to the highest setting, 
waiting 24 hours between each increase.

Maximum Ice Production (on some models):

 In maximum 

ice production, the ice maker should produce approximately 
16 to 20 batches of ice in a 24-hour period. If your refrigerator 
has the maximum ice production feature, push the switch to 
MAX.

REMEMBER:

Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the 
first three batches of ice produced.

The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of 
the water supplied to your ice maker. Avoid connecting the 
ice maker to a softened water supply. Water softener 
chemicals (such as salt) can damage parts of the ice maker 
and lead to poor quality ice. If a softened water supply cannot 
be avoided, make sure the water softener is operating 
properly and is well maintained.

Do not store anything on top of the ice maker or in the ice 
storage bin.

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES

Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that 
can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled 
with the word “Accessory.” Not all accessories will fit all models. 
If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please 
call the toll-free number on the cover or in the "Assistance or 
Service" section.

Refrigerator Shelves

Your model may have glass or wire 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 back into the slots on the 
frame and pushing the shelf in past the stop.

Shelves and Shelf Frames

To remove and replace a shelf/frame:

1.

Remove the shelf/frame by tilting it up at the front and lifting it 
out of the shelf supports.

2.

Replace the shelf/frame by guiding the rear shelf hooks into 
the shelf supports. Tilt the front of the shelf up until rear shelf 
hooks drop into the shelf supports. Check to make sure that 
the shelf is securely in position.

Lateral Adjustable Shelf 

(on some models)

To slide the shelf from side to side, lift up on the front of shelf and 
slide to the desired location. Lower shelf to the level position.

NOTE:

 You do not have to remove small items from the shelf 

before moving it from side to side. You may need to remove larger 
items. 

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 re-
moving them to avoid impact from dropping.

Summary of Contents for ST18PKXJW00

Page 1: ...TOP MOUNT REFRIGERATOR Use Care Guide Table of Contents Table des matières 2 2212862 ...

Page 2: ...trol Settings 9 Ice Maker 9 REFRIGERATOR FEATURES 10 Refrigerator Shelves 10 Lateral Adjustable Shelf 10 Crispers and Meat Drawers 11 Crisper Humidity Control 11 Chilled Meat Drawer 12 Wine or Can Bottle Rack 12 Utility or Egg Bin 12 FREEZER FEATURES 12 Freezer Shelf 12 Adjustable Half width Freezer Shelf 12 Pull out Freezer Floor 13 DOOR FEATURES 13 Door Rails 13 Can Racks and Door Bins 13 Adjust...

Page 3: ... in 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 IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury when usin...

Page 4: ...erator section LocationRequirements To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator allow for in 1 25 cm space on each side and at the top When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall leave 2 in 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...

Page 5: ...8 cm vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator NOTE Horizontal pipe will work but drill on the top side of the pipe not the bottom This will help keep water away from the drill and normal sediment from collecting in the valve 4 Determine the length of copper tubing you need Measure from the connection on the lower left rear of refrigerator to the water pipe Add 7 ft 2 1 m to allow for cleanin...

Page 6: ...5 5 Position freezer handle on opposite side of freezer door Assemble handles 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 refrigerator handle bottom trim For Style 1 remove the handle screw cover see Graphic 6 1 For Style 2 slide trim down as shown see Graphic 6 2 2 Remove refrigerator han...

Page 7: ...ndle Seal Screw Front 1 2 1 1 2 1 1 1 2 1 5 6 1 7 1 Door Handle 1 6 2 1 Flat Head Handle Screw 2 Refrigerator Handle 3 Handle Screw 6 3 1 2 3 2 Screw Cover Side View Front View 1 Bottom Hinge 2 Hex Head Hinge Screws Base Grille Top Hinge Bottom Hinge Center Hinge 1 Center Hinge 2 Hex Head Hinge Screws 1 Top Hinge Cover 2 Hex Head Hinge Screws 3 Top Hinge 1 2 3 1 2 1 2 1 1 5 16 Hex Head Hinge Screw...

Page 8: ... following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them If your product 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 The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends Also the Thermostat Control or Refrigerator Control depending on the model will click when cycling on and off Rat...

Page 9: ...t at least 24 hours between adjustments and then re check the temperatures IceMaker onsomemodels Accessory To turn the ice maker on off NOTE Do not force the wire shut off arm up or down To turn the ice maker on simply lower the wire shut off arm NOTE Your ice maker has an automatic shut off As ice is made the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin and the ice cubes will raise the wire shut off a...

Page 10: ...ssories please call the toll free number on the cover or in the Assistance or Service section RefrigeratorShelves Your model may have glass or wire 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 f...

Page 11: ...glass insert forward to remove 2 Lift the cover frame and remove it To replace crisper cover NOTE Before reinstalling the cover make sure the U shaped reinforcement bar is reinstalled in the front edge of the crisper cover 1 Fit back of cover frame into supports on side walls of the refrigerator and lower the front of the cover frame into place 2 Slide rear of glass insert into cover frame and low...

Page 12: ...th the word Accessory Not all accessories will fit all models If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories please call the toll free number on the cover or in the Assistance or Service section FreezerShelf onsomemodels To remove and replace the shelf 1 Remove the shelf by lifting the entire shelf slightly and move it all the way to one side Tilt the other side up and out of the shelf...

Page 13: ... and replace the rails 1 Remove the rails by pulling straight up on each end of the rail 2 Replace the rails by sliding the shelf rail into the slots on the door and pushing the rail straight down until it stops CanRacksandDoorBins onsomemodels NOTE Can racks may be purchased as an Accessory for some models To remove and replace the racks bins 1 Remove the rack bin by lifting it and pulling it str...

Page 14: ...ned as often as every other month This may help save energy Style 1 Condenser coils behind base grille Remove the base grille see the Door Removal section Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty Replace the base grille when finished Style 2 Condenser coils in back of the refrigerator Pull refrigerator out away from the wall see the Unpacki...

Page 15: ...y Hear section The ice maker is not producing ice or not enough ice Has the ice maker just been installed Wait 72 hours for full ice production to begin Once your refrigerator is cooled the ice maker should produce 70 120 cubes every 24 hours Is the freezer temperature cold enough to produce ice Wait 24 hours after hook up for ice production See the Setting the Control s section Is the wire shut o...

Page 16: ...too warm Are the air vents blocked in either compartment This prevents cold air movement between the compartments Move objects away from the air vents See the Ensuring Proper Air Circulation section for air vent locations Are the door s opened often The refrigerator will warm when this occurs Keep the refrigerator cool by getting all items out at one time keeping food organized and closing the doo...

Page 17: ...rovide assistance with Features and specifications on our full line of appliances Installation information Use and maintenance procedures Accessory and repair parts sales Specialized customer assistance Spanish speaking hearing impaired limited vision etc Referrals to local dealers repair parts distributors and service companies Whirlpool designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the p...

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Page 20: ...re 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 or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not ap...

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