Whirlpool WRS331SDHM 33-inch Wide Side-by-Side Refrigerator - 21 cu. ft

USER MANUAL Side by Side Refrigerator

OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Using the Controls

For your convenience, your refrigerator controls are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the controls are still preset. The Refrigerator Control and the Freezer Control should both be set to the “mid-settings.”

IMPORTANT:

• The Refrigerator Control adjusts the refrigerator compartment temperature. Every click on “Temp Setting” button makes refrigerator compartment colder, once you get to the last level the system will go back to the initial level.

• The Freezer Control adjusts the freezer compartment temperature. Settings to the front of the mid-setting make the temperature less cold. Settings to the back of the mid-setting make the temperature colder.
• Wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil.

NOTE: Adjusting the Refrigerator and Freezer Controls to a higher (colder) than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster.

Adjusting Controls

Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. The settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.

If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer, use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments.

Crisper Humidity Control (on some models)

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper. Adjust the control to any setting between LOW and HIGH.

LOW (open) for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins.

HIGH (closed) for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

ICE AND WATER

Water and Ice Dispensers

NOTES:

• The dispensing system will not operate when either door (refrigerator or freezer) is open.
• Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool down and chill water.
• Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced. Wait 72 hours for full ice production.

Flush the Water System

Air in the water dispensing system can cause the water dispenser to drip. After connecting the refrigerator to a water source or replacing the water filter, flush the water system. Flushing the water dispensing system forces air from the water line and filter, and prepares the water filter for use.

NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.

1. Using a sturdy container, depress and hold the water dispenser lever for 5 seconds, then release it for 5 seconds.
2. Repeat Step 1 until water begins to flow.
3. Once water begins to flow, continue depressing and releasing the dispenser lever (5 seconds on, 5 seconds off) until a total of 3 gal. (12 L) has been dispensed.

Additional flushing may be required in some households.

The Water Dispenser

IMPORTANT:

• Dispense at least 1 qt (1 L) of water every week to maintain a fresh supply.
• If the flow of water from the dispenser decreases, it could be caused by low water pressure.
  • With the water filter removed, dispense 1 cup (237 mL) of water. If 1 cup of water is dispensed in 8 seconds or less, the water pressure to the refrigerator meets the minimum requirement.
  • If it takes longer than 8 seconds to dispense 1 cup of water, the water pressure to the refrigerator is lower than recommended. See “Water Supply Requirements” (in the User Instructions or the Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual) or “Troubleshooting” for suggestions.

To Dispense Water:

1. Press a sturdy glass against the water dispenser lever. Hold the glass close to the water dispenser spout to ensure that the water dispenses into the glass.
2. Remove the glass to stop dispensing.

IMPORTANT: The small tray at the bottom of the dispenser is designed to catch small spills and allow for easy cleaning. There is no drain in the tray.

The Ice Dispenser

Ice dispenses from the ice maker storage bin in the freezer when the dispenser lever is pressed. To turn off the ice maker, see “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”

Your ice maker can produce both crushed and cubed ice. Before dispensing ice, select which type of ice you prefer.

Press the CRUSHED button for crushed ice, or the CUBED button for cubed ice.

For crushed ice, cubes are crushed before being dispensed. This may cause a slight delay when dispensing crushed ice. Noise from the ice crusher is normal, and pieces of ice may vary in size.

When changing from crushed to cubed, a few ounces of crushed ice will be dispensed along with the first cubes.

To Dispense Ice:

1. Press the button to select the desired type of ice.

2. Press a sturdy glass against the ice dispenser lever. Hold the glass close to the ice guide to ensure that the ice dispenses into the glass.

IMPORTANT: You do not need to apply a lot of pressure to the lever in order to activate the ice dispenser. Pressing hard will not make the ice dispense faster or in greater quantities.

3. Remove the glass to stop dispensing.

The Dispenser Light

On some models, the dispenser light will automatically turn on when you use the dispenser.

If you want the light to be on continuously, press the LIGHT ON button. To turn the light back off, press the LIGHT OFF button

The dispenser lights are LEDs that cannot be changed. If it appears that your dispenser lights are not working, see “Troubleshooting” for more information.

The Dispenser Lock

The dispenser can be turned off for easy cleaning or to avoid unintentional dispensing by small children and pets.

NOTE: The lock feature does not shut off power to the refrigerator, to the ice maker, or to the dispenser light. It simply deactivates the dispenser lever. To turn off the ice maker, see “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”

To lock the dispenser, press the LOCK button. To unlock the dispenser, press the UNLOCK button.

Ice Maker and Storage Bin

• 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 use anything sharp to break up the ice in the storage bin. This can cause damage to the ice container and the dispenser mechanism.
• Do not store anything on top of or in the ice maker or storage bin.

Turning the Ice Maker On/Off

Style 1

• To turn on the ice maker, lift open the ice maker door and lower the wire shutoff arm to the ON position.
• To manually turn off the ice maker, lift the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click. Ice can still be dispensed, but no more can be made.

NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. As ice is made, the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin, and the ice cubes will raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position. Do not force the wire shutoff arm up or down.

Removing and Replacing the Ice Storage Bin

Lift and hold open the ice maker door. Lift the wire shutoff arm so it clicks into the OFF (up) position. Release the ice maker door. Lift up the front of the storage bin and pull it out. Replace the bin by pushing it in all the way, or the dispenser will not work. To restart ice production, lift open the ice maker door and push the wire shutoff arm down to the ON position

Style 2

The On/Of switch is located on the bottom of the Ice Maker, can be accessed by lifting and opening the ice maker door.

• To turn on the ice maker, lift open the ice maker door, flip the switch to the ON (right) position.
• To manually turn off the ice maker, lift open the ice maker door, flip the switch to the Off (left) position. Ice can still be dispensed, but no more can be made.

NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff to keep the storage bin from overfilling during normal operation. As ice is made, the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin, and the ice cubes will raise the shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position. When the storage bin is at full capacity, the ice maker will automatically stop ice production, but the ice maker On/Off switch will remain in the On (up) position.

Removing and Replacing the Ice Storage Bin

1. Pull the covering panel up from the bottom
2. Lift the plastic shutoff arm so it clicks into the Off (up) position.
3. Lift up the front of the storage bin and pull it out.
4. Replace the bin by pushing it in all the way or the dispenser will not work.
5. To restart ice production. lower the plastic shutoff arm into the On (down) position. Make sure the door is closed tightly.

Water Filtration System

Water Filter Status Light (on some models)

The filter status light will help you know when to change your water filter. this is located in the refrigerator control panel.

• The light will turn on red. This tells you that it is almost time to change the filter.
• It is recommended that you replace the filter when the status light changes to red OR water flow to your water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably.

NOTE: The filter should be replaced at least every 6 months depending on your water quality and usage.

Resetting the Filter Status

• The reset button is located on the control panel in the refrigerator compartment. To reset the status light after changing the filter, press the button TEMP SETTING within 3 seconds.

The status light will change from red to off when the system is reset.

Changing the Water Filter

Style 1

1. Locate the water filter cover door in the base grille, and pull open the filter door. The filter will be released and then be ejected as the door is opened.

2. When the door is completely open, pull the filter straight out. NOTE: There may be some water in the filter. Some spilling may occur. Use a towel to wipe up any spills.

3. Take the new filter out of its packaging and remove the covers from the O-rings. Be sure the O-rings are still in place after the covers are removed.

4. With the arrow pointing to the left (toward the filter cover door’s hinge), align the new filter with the filter housing and slide it into place. The filter cover door will automatically begin to close as the new filter is inserted.

5. Close the filter cover door completely in order to snap the filter into place. You may need to press hard.

6. Flush the water system. See “Water and Ice Dispensers.”

Style 2

1. Locate the water filter cover door in the base grille, and pull open the filter door.

2. Twist the water filter and turn 90° counterclockwise to unlock.

3. Pull the filter out of the housing.

4. Remove the water filter cap from the water filter.

5. Install the water filter cap onto the new filter. Be sure to align the arrows so the grooves in the filter align with the ribs in the filter cap.

6. Insert the filter into the housing.

7. Twist the water filter and turn 90° clockwise until it locks into place and that arrows are aligned.

8. Push the water filter door closed.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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