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Adjusting Controls
The mid-setting indicated in the previous section should be
correct for normal household usage. The controls are set correctly
when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is
firm.
If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or
freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked.
If you need to adjust temperatures, use the settings listed in the
chart below as a guide. Wait at least 24 hours between
adjustments and then recheck the temperatures.
REFRIGERATOR CARE
Cleaning
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically.
However, clean both sections about once a month to prevent
odors from building up. Wipe up spills immediately.
IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any
odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must
thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To prevent
odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.
To Clean Your Refrigerator:
NOTE: 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 use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh
cleaning tools.
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. 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.
3. Wash painted metal exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth
and a mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft
cloth.
4. Clean the condenser coils regularly. Coils may need to be
cleaned as often as every other month. This may help save
energy.
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Pull refrigerator out away from the wall. See “Unpack the
Refrigerator.”
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Vacuum coils when they are dusty or dirty.
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Roll refrigerator back into place. Make sure to leave
1" (2.5 cm) between the cabinet back and the wall.
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Check to see that the refrigerator is level.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
Changing the Light Bulb
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to
replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape, and wattage.
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Reach behind the control panel and unscrew the bulb.
3. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb.
4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
Refrigerator Operation
The refrigerator will not operate
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Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
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Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is
working.
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Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace
the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues,
call an electrician.
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Is control on? Make sure the refrigerator control is on. See
“Using the Control.”
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New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the
refrigerator to cool completely.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature control to coldest setting
will not cool the refrigerator more quickly.
CONDITION/REASON:
ADJUSTMENT:
REFRIGERATOR too warm
Door opened often, large amount of
food added or room temperature
very warm
Adjust TEMPERATURE
Control one setting
higher
FREEZER too warm/too little ice
Door opened often, or large amount
of food added or very cold room
temperature (can’t cycle often
enough) or heavy ice usage
Adjust TEMPERATURE
Control one setting
higher
REFRIGERATOR too cold
Not set correctly for your conditions
Adjust TEMPERATURE
Control one setting
lower
FREEZER too cold
Not set correctly for your conditions
Adjust TEMPERATURE
Control one setting
lower
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
