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Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, 
fire, or electrical shock.

WARNING

6.

 Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Remove and Replace the Handle

To Remove the Handle:

1.

  Loosen the setscrews located on the side of handle at each 

end. See “Door Swing Reversal and Handle Removal” graphic.

2.

  Remove the handle from the grommets.

To Replace the Handle:

1.

  Place the handle onto the grommets making sure the 

grommets are fitted into the handle holes.

2.

  Tighten the upper and lower setscrews with the hex key 

provided. See “Door Swing Reversal and Handle Removal” 
graphic. Do not overtighten the setscrews.

Freezer Door

Tools Needed:

 

5

16

" hex-head socket wrench, ³⁄

8

" hex-head 

socket wrench, flat 2" putty knife.

IMPORTANT:

 

All graphics referenced in the following instructions are 

included later in this section after “Final Steps.” The graphics 

shown are for a right-hand swing door (hinges factory 

installed on the right).

 

If you only want to remove and replace the door, see the 

“Remove Door and Hinges” and “Replace Door and Hinges.”

 

Before you begin, turn the control OFF and remove food and 

adjustable door or utility bins from door.

Remove Door and Hinges

1.

  Unplug freezer or disconnect power.

2.  

Keep the freezer door closed until you are ready to lift it 

free from the cabinet.

NOTE:

 Provide additional support for the door while  

he hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door 

magnets to hold the door in place while you are working.

3.  

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

graphic in the “Door Swing Reversal and Handle Removal” 

section.

4.

  Lift the freezer door free from the lower hinge and cabinet 

and set aside.

5.

  Remove the 4 hex-head hinge screws and bottom hinge 

assembly. See Bottom Hinge graphic in the “Door Swing 

Reversal and Handle Removal” section.

Hex-head hinge screws

Reverse Door (optional on some models)

IMPORTANT:

 If you want to reverse your door so that it opens in 

the opposite direction, continue with “Reverse Door (optional on 

some models)” instructions. If you are not reversing the door, see 

“Replace Door and Hinges.”

Cabinet

1.

  Remove the cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top 

and move them to the opposite side hinge holes as shown 
in Graphic 2 in “Door Swing Reversal and Handle Removal” 
section.

2.

  Remove the bottom hinge pin from the hinge bracket.

3.

  Remove the decals covering the holes on the opposite side of 

the bottom hinge.

4.

  Reinstall the bottom hinge pin in the alternate hole in the hinge 

bracket. See Graphic 3 in “Door Swing Reversal and Handle 
Removal” section.

5.

  Reinstall the hinge bracket to the cabinet with the 4 hex-head 

hinge screws.

Door

1.  

Remove the hinge thimble hole plug from the top of the door.

2.

  Remove the door stop from the bottom of the door.

3.

  Move the door stop to the opposite side, making sure that the 

hole in the door stop plate is aligned perfectly with the hole in 

the door for the bottom hinge pin.

4.

  Using the screws removed in Step 2, fasten the door stop 

bracket to the bottom of the door.

5.

  Tighten all screws. Set aside the door until the bottom hinge  

is in place.

Replace Door and Hinges

NOTE:

 Graphic may be reversed if door swing is reversed.

1.

  Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown and tighten 

screws. See Bottom Hinge graphic. Replace the freezer door.

NOTE:

 Provide additional support for the door while the hinges 

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

2.  

Assemble the parts of the top hinge as shown in the Top Hinge 
graphic in the “Door Swing Reversal and Handle Removal” 
section. Do not tighten the screws completely.

3.

 Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

4.

 Reset the control. See “Using the Control.”

5.

 Return all removable door parts to door and food to freezer.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, 
fire, or electrical shock.

WARNING

Final Steps

1.

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

in place. Reinstall top hinge cover. See Top Hinge graphic.

2.

  Using the provided decals, cover the remaining holes located 

on the opposite side from the bottom hinge.

Summary of Contents for WZF34X20DW01

Page 1: ...ny important safety messages 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 follow instructions instructions DANGER WARNING SAFETY SAFETY 1 INSTA...

Page 2: ... will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer please follow these instructions to help prevent accidents WARNING Suffocation Hazard Remove doors or lid from your old freezer or refrigerator Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage Unpacking Remove Packaging Materials Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the freezer Rub ...

Page 3: ...th warm water when they are cold Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pebble size pieces This is normal Glass shelves and covers are heavy Use both hands when removing them to avoid dropping WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from freezer ...

Page 4: ...pe near the freezer IMPORTANT Make sure it is a cold water pipe 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 Flat blade screwdriver 7 16 and open end or 2 adjustable wrenches nut driver drill bit Cordless drill A Cold water pipe B Pipe clamp C Plastic tubing D Compressio...

Page 5: ... continue with Reverse Door optional on some models instructions If you are not reversing the door see Replace Door and Hinges Cabinet 1 Remove the cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and move them to the opposite side hinge holes as shown in Graphic 2 in Door Swing Reversal and Handle Removal section 2 Remove the bottom hinge pin from the hinge bracket 3 Remove the decals covering the h...

Page 6: ...ouching the floor Style 1 without Grille 1 Locate the 2 front leveling legs taped among the packing materials 2 Screw these legs into the front holes on the bottom of the freezer The back of the freezer rests on 2 fixed supports 3 Adjust the front legs enough to lift the cabinet up off the floor 4 Place a leveling tool on top of the freezer first side to side then front to back Turn leg counterclo...

Page 7: ...eezer does not roll forward when the door is opened 6 Replace the base grille by aligning the ends of the grille with the leveling assemblies on each side and snapping the grille into place Reinstall the Phillips screws Ensuring Proper Air Circulation In order to ensure proper temperature you need to permit proper airflow in the freezer As shown in the illustration cool air enters from the freezer...

Page 8: ... some models The Door Ajar alarm lets you know when the freezer door has been open for 5 minutes or longer and the cooling is turned on This alarm feature will sound an alert tone that will repeat every 2 minutes Close the door to turn off the tone The feature is reset and will reactivate when the door is again left open for 5 minutes NOTE To mute the alert tone while keeping the door open such as...

Page 9: ...s bins etc 5 Hand wash rinse and dry 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...

Page 10: ...ll of baked goods If you see that food contains ice crystals it may be refrozen although the quality and flavor may be affected If the condition of the food is poor dispose of it Moving Care When you are moving your freezer to a new home follow these steps to prepare it for the move 1 Remove all frozen food 2 Unplug the freezer 3 Take out all removable parts wrap them well and tape them together s...

Page 11: ...new freezer will run longer than your old one due to its high efficiency motor Temperature Is Too Warm Check that air vents are clear See Ensuring Proper Air Circulation for air vent locations Remove all items out at one time keep food organized and close door as soon as possible Adding a large amount of food warms the freezer causing the freezer to run longer to cool back down Check that the temp...

Page 12: ...Odor or Gray Color in the Ice Discard the first few batches of ice If there is unusually high mineral content in the water supply the water may need to be treated If there is mineral scale buildup clean your ice maker mold If the ice cubes have been stored too long throw the old ice away and make a new supply Check that the freezer and ice bin are clean Thin Soft or Clumps of Ice If there is unusu...

Page 13: ...filters preservation solutions etc 5 Defects or damage caused by the use of non genuine Whirlpool parts or accessories 6 Conversion of products from natural gas or L P gas 7 Damage from accident misuse abuse fire floods acts of God or use with products not approved by Whirlpool 8 Repairs to parts or systems to correct product damage or defects caused by unauthorized service alteration or modificat...

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