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To Adjust the Cabinet Tilt:

NOTE:

 Having someone push against the top of the freezer takes 

some weight off the brake feet. This makes it easier to turn them.
Open the freezer door. Use a ¼" hex driver to turn both brake feet 
clockwise the same amount. This will raise the front of the freezer. 
It may take several turns to allow the door to close  
more easily.

2.

  Move the freezer to its final location.

3.

  Lower the brake feet, by turning them clockwise, until the 

rollers are off the floor and both brake feet are snug against the 
floor. This keeps the freezer from rolling forward when you are 
opening the freezer door.

IMPORTANT

: If you need to make further adjustments 

involving the brake feet, you must turn both brake feet the 
same amount to keep the freezer level.

4.

  Make sure the door closes easily. If you are satisfied with the 

door opening and closing, skip the next section. If, however, 
the door does not close easily or the door pops open, adjust 
the tilt.

A. Brake foot

B. Front roller

5.

  Make sure the freezer is steady. If the freezer seems unsteady 

or rolls forward when the door is pulled open, adjust the brake 
feet.

To Steady the Refrigerator:

 

Open the freezer door. Using a ¹⁄4" hex driver, turn both 

brake feet clockwise the same amount until the brake feet 

are snug against the floor. Check again. If not satisfied, 

continue to adjust the brake feet by half turns of the screw 

until the freezer 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 
wall and moves down. The air then 
recirculates through the vent near the 
bottom. 
Do not block any of these vents 
with food packages. If the vents are 
blocked, airflow will be restricted and 
temperature and moisture problems 
may occur.

IMPORTANT:

 To avoid odor transfer 

and drying out of food, wrap or cover 
foods tightly.

Using the Control

The temperature control is located at the top front of the freezer 
compartment.

Temperature Control

For your convenience, the temperature control is preset at the 
factory. When you first install your freezer, check that the control 
is still set to the recommended setting as shown.

IMPORTANT:

 

The recommended setting is designed to maintain the 

temperature at or near 0°F (-17.8°C) under normal operating 

conditions.

 

Allow the freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen 

food.

 

When the freezer is first started, the compressor will run 

constantly until the freezer is cooled. It may take up to 6 or 

8 hours (or longer), depending on room temperature and 

number of times the freezer door is opened. After the freezer  

is cooled, the compressor will turn on and off as needed to 

keep the freezer at the proper temperature.

OPERATING YOUR FREEZER

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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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