USER INSTRUCTIONS REFRIGERATOR
When Moving Your Refrigerator: Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service. be sure to protect the floor. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or "walk" the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.
Remove the Packaging
Clean Before Using
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in "Refrigerator Care."
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 removing them to avoid impact from dropping.
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator. allow for a W' (1.25 cm) space at the top and behind the refrigerator. If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line connections. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave a 33/4`' (9.5 cm) minimum space between the refrigerator and wall to allow the door to swing open.
NOTE: It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near an oven. radiator. or other heat source. Do not install the refrigerator in a location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).
Before you move your refrigerator into its final location. it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection.
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 Volt. 60 Hz. AC only. 15- or 20-amp fused. grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation. cleaning. or removing a light bulb. turn the control (Thermostat. Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are finished. reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control (Thermostat. Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to the desired setting. See "Using the Controls."
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
IMPORTANT:
Water Pressure
A cold water supply with water pressure of between 35 and 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure. call a licensed. qualified plumber.
Reverse Osmosis Water Supply: The pressure of the water supply coming out of a reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 35 and 120 psi (241 and 827 kPa).
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply. the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa).
If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):
If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.
Connect to Water Line
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water.
3. Locate a 1/2" to 1 1/4" (12.7 mm to 31.8 mm) vertical cold water pipe near the refrigerator.
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.
4. Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure from the connection on the rear of the refrigerator to the water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use Y4" (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.
5. Using a cordless drill, drill a W' hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.
6. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1/4' drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws slowly and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.
7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.
8. Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink, and turn ON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is clear. Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the copper tubing.
Connect to Refrigerator
1. Remove plastic cap from water supply connection. Place brass nut and compression sleeve on copper tube end as shown.
2. Place end of copper tubing into plastic water valve supply line. Slide the brass nut over the sleeve and screw the nut into supply line.
3. Using an adjustable wrench, hold the nut on the plastic water line to keep it from moving. Then, with a second wrench turn the nut on the copper tubing counterclockwise to completely tighten. Do not overtighten.
4. Check connection by pulling on the copper tubing.
5. Attach the copper tubing to the refrigerator with a "P" clamp. Slide the plastic waterline into the retainer.
6. Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for leaks. Correct any leaks.
Complete the Installation
NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced. Allow 3 days to completely fill the ice container.
All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after "Final Steps."
Remove and Replace Handles
Style 1 - Metal Handles
Style 2 - Plastic Handles
To Remove Handles:
To Replace Handles:
Remove Doors and Hinges
IMPORTANT: Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors. Keep the refrigerator doors closed until you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the refrigerator door while the hinges are being removed.
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove the base grille. Grasp the grille firmly and pull it toward you.
3. Starting with the right-hand side door, remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door from the bottom hinge pin.
4. Remove the shim from the bottom hinge pin and Keep it for later use. See Bottom Hinge graphic.
5. Remove top hinge cover from left side refrigerator door. Disconnect the wiring plug located on top of the hinge by wedging a flat-blade screwdriver or your fingernail between the two sections. See Connections graphic.
6. Disconnect the water line by holding the tabbed section of the water line while turning the black locking collar clockwise.
See Connections graphic.
7. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift the left-hand side door from the bottom hinge pin. NOTE: On some models. remove the shim from the bottom hinge pin and keep it for later use. See Bottom Hinge graphic.
8. Using a 3/8" hex wrench. remove the leveling leg brackets from the bottom of the cabinet. Keep screws for later use.
IMPORTANT: Two people may be required to remove and replace the freezer drawer. Graphics are included later in this section.
Remove Drawer Front
Replace Drawer Front
Depending on your model. your refrigerator may have four adjustable rollers (Style 1) or a leveling screw (Style 2) located at the base of the refrigerator. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the door to close more easily. use the instructions below.
1. Remove the base grille. Grasp the grille firmly and pull it toward you.
2. Raise or lower the cabinet.
Style 1 - Front and rear leveling
Using a 3/8"hex driver. turn the roller adjustment screw(s) on each side to raise or lower that side of the refrigerator.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the adjustment screws and rollers. This makes it easier to turn the screws. It may take several turns of the roller adjustment screw to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.
Turn the brake foot clockwise until it is firmly against the floor to keep the refrigerator from rolling forward when the freezer drawer is pulled open.
Style 2 - Leveling screw
Using a 1/4" hex driver. turn the leveling screw on each side to raise or lower that side of the refrigerator.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws. This makes it easier to turn the screws. It may take several turns of the leveling screw to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.
NOTE: Your refrigerator may have a rear roller adjustment screw on each side. To raise or lower the rear of the refrigerator. use a 3/8"hex driver to turn the screws.
3. Open the door again to make sure that it closes as easily as you like. If not. tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws clockwise. It may take several more turns. and you should turn both screws the same amount.
4. Replace the base grille.
There is a vertically-hinged seal on the left refrigerator door.
The control center is located on the front of the ice and water dispenser.
Temperature Controls
For your convenience. your temperature controls are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator. make sure the controls are still set to the recommended set points as shown.
Recommended Setting
IMPORTANT:
When the power is on. the temperature display shows the set point temperature of the compartment. m= Wait 24 hours for your refrigerator to cool completely before adding food. If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely. your food may spoil
NOTE: Adjusting the refrigerator and freezer temperature controls to a colder than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster. m= The recommended settings should be correct for normal household refrigerator use. 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 of too cold in the refrigerator or freezer. first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked before adjusting the controls.
To Turn Off/ON
IMPORTANT: Depending on your model you may have a control center with an On/Off button (Style 1). or you may have a control center without an On/Off button (Style 2).
The On/Off control turns off cooling for both compartments and turns off the dispenser. It does not disconnect power to the refrigerator.
Style 1 - Press and hold the On/Off button for three seconds.
The red LED will light up to indicate that cooling is Off. Press the On/Off button again to turn on the cooling. The LED will turn off.
Style 2- Press the Freezer up arrow touch pad until OFF appears in the display. Neither compartment will cool. Press the Freezer or Refrigerator down arrow touch pad to turn the cooling back on.
Adjusting Controls
The REFRIGERATOR control adjusts the refrigerator compartment temperature.
The FREEZER control adjusts the freezer compartment temperature.
If you need to adjust the temperature in either the refrigerator or freezer compartment. use the settings listed in the chart as a guide.
To Adjust Set Point Temperatures:
The first touch of the up or down arrow touch pad displays the current temperature set point.
Press the up or down arrow touch pads until the desired temperature set point is displayed.
NOTE: Except when first turning on the refrigerator. do not adjust either temperature control more than one setting at a time. Wait 24 hours between adjustments for the temperature to stabilize.
Humidity Control (on some models)
The Humidity Control feature turns on a heater to help reduce moisture on the door hinge seal. Use in humid environments or when you notice moisture on the door hinge seal. The refrigerator uses more energy when Humidity Control is on.
Press Humidity Control to turn on the door heater. Press Humidity Control again to turn off the heater. The LED will be illuminated when Humidity Control is on.
Temp Alarm The Temp Alarm feature provides temperature information in the event of a power outage.
Power outage: During a power outage. if the temperatures in the refrigerator and freezer compartments exceed normal operating temperatures. the highest temperature reached will be displayed.
Press the Temp Alarm touch pad until the indicator light is lit. to turn on this feature.
Press and hold Temp Alarm for 3 seconds until the indicator light goes off to turn off this feature.
Temperature alarm: An alarm will sound repeatedly if the freezer or refrigerator compartment temperatures exceed normal operating temperatures for an hour or more.
The temperature displays will alternately show the current temperatures and the highest temperatures the compartments reached.
Press the Temp Alarm touch pad once to stop the audible alarm and alternating temperature displays. The Temp Alarm light will continue to flash until the refrigerator returns to the set temperature.
Door Alarm
The Door Alarm feature sounds a chime every few seconds when the refrigerator door has been left open for 5 continuous minutes.
The chime will sound until the door is closed or Door Alarm is turned off.
Press the Door Alarm touch pad to turn this feature on or off.
The indicator light will be lit when the Door Alarm feature is on.
Filter Reset
See "Water Filtration System."
User Preferences
The control center allows you to set user preferences. if desired.
Temperature Display (FC) This preference allows you to change the temperature display.
F - Temperature in degrees Fahrenheit
C - Temperature in degrees Celsius
Alarm (AL) This preference allows you to turn off the sound of all alarms.
ON - You will hear the alarm sound.
OFF - You will not hear the alarm sound.
Auto Light Level Selection (LL) This preference allows you to adjust the dispenser light level from dimmest to brightest (settings 1 through
NOTE: The Auto Light feature on the control center must be selected to activate this preference.
Sabbath Mode (SAB) ON - All control center lights. interior lights and alarm tones will be disabled.
OFF - All control center lights. interior lights and alarm tones will be enabled.
NOTE: Press the door alarm touch pad for three seconds to restore all lights.
To Access the User Preferences Menu:
Press and hold the Door Alarm touch pad for three seconds.
The preference name will appear in the Freezer display and the preference status (F or C) or (ON or OFF) will appear in the Refrigerator display.
Use the Freezer up or down arrow touch pads to scroll through the preference names. When the desired preference name is displayed. press the Refrigerator up or down arrow touch pads to change the preference status.
Set your preferences by pressing and holding the Door Alarm touch pad for three seconds.
Crisper Humidity Control
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper. Depending on your model. adjust the control to any setting between FRUIT and VEGETABLES or LOW and HIGH.
FRUIT / LOW (open) for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins.
VEGETABLES / HIGH (closed) for best storage of fresh. leafy vegetables.
Ice Maker and Ice Storage Bin
The ice maker and storage bin are located in the upper left-hand side of the refrigerator compartment.
Turning the Ice Maker On/Off
The On/Off switch is located on the ice maker.
To turn on the ice maker. press the switch to the ON position.
To manually turn off the ice maker. press the switch to the OFF position.
NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. The ice maker sensors will automatically stop ice production. but the control will remain in the ON position.
Removing and Replacing Ice Storage Bin
To Remove the Ice Storage Bin:
To Replace the Ice Storage Bin:
IMPORTANT: It may be necessary to turn the auger driver. behind the ice bin. counterclockwise to properly align the ice bin with the auger driver. The ice storage bin must be locked in place for proper ice dispensing.
Press the switch to the ON position
Slide the ice bin into the guide rails located on either side of the enclosure.
Push the ice bin in until resistance is felt. Raise the front slightly and push the ice bin in until an audible "click" is heard.
IMPORTANT:
After connecting the refrigerator to a water source. flush the water system.
Press the Water button on the control panel.
Use a sturdy container to depress and hold the dispenser lever for 5 seconds. then release it for 5 seconds.
Repeat until water begins to flow. Once water begins to flow. continue depressing and releasing the dispenser lever (5 seconds on. 5 seconds off) for an additional 2 minutes.
This will flush air from the filter and water dispensing system.
Additional flushing may be required in some households.
As air is cleared from the system. water may spurt out of the dispenser.
NOTE: After five minutes of continuous dispensing. the dispenser will stop dispensing water to avoid flooding.
To continue dispensing. remove the container and press the dispensing lever again.
Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool down and chill water. Dispense enough water every week to maintain a fresh supply.
The dispenser will dispense either water or cubed ice.
Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced.
Ice Production Rate
Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced.
The ice maker should produce approximately 8 to 12 batches of ice in a 24-hour period.
To increase ice production. lower the freezer and refrigerator temperature.
See "Using the Controls." Wait 24 hours between adjustments.
Remember
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 bin. This can cause damage to the ice bin and dispenser mechanism.
Do not store anything on top of the ice maker or in the ice storage bin.
Dispense Ice and Water
Dispenser Light
NOTES:
The dispenser lights are LEDs which should not need to be changed.
When you use the dispenser. the lever will automatically turn the light on. If you want the light to be on continuously. you may choose either On or Auto.
Auto: The light sensor monitors the light level in the room. The dispenser light will illuminate at half-power when the light level is low. To activate the Auto option press the "light" button. The Auto indicator light will illuminate.
On: For continuous light. press the "light" button a second time.
The On indicator light will illuminate.
Off: To turn the dispenser light off. press the "light" button a third time.
Dispenser Lock
The dispenser can be locked for easy cleaning or to avoid unintentional dispensing by small children and pets.
NOTE: The dispenser lock does not shut off power to the product. to the ice maker. or to the dispenser light. It just deactivates the dispenser lever.
To Lock and Unlock Dispenser: Press and hold the "control lock" touch pad for three seconds to lock the dispenser. The indicator light will illuminate when Lock is on.
Press and hold the "control lock" touch pad again for three seconds to unlock dispenser. The indicator light will turn off.
After replacing the water filter. press and hold the Reset Filter pad for three seconds.
The Order and Replace indicator lights will blink and then go off when the system is reset.
Water Filtration System
Water Filter Status Lights
The water filter indicator lights will remind you when it is time to order and replace your water filter. When the yellow (Order) light is on, it is almost time to change the water filter. When the red (Replace) light is on, a new water filter should be installed. It is recommended that you replace the water filter when the indicator light changes to red OR earlier if the flow of water to your water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably.
Replacing the Water Filter
To purchase a replacement water filter. model UFK8001AXX-750. contact your dealer or call 1-877-232-6771 U.S.A. or 1-800-807-6777 Canada.
IMPORTANT: Air trapped in the water system may cause water and filter to eject. Always dispense water for at least 2 minutes before removing the filter or blue bypass cap.
Turn filter counterclockwise to remove.
Remove sealing label from replacement filter and insert the filter end into the filter head.
Turn the filter clockwise until it stops.
Snap the filter cover closed.
NOTE: The dispenser feature may be used without a water filter installed.
Your water will not be filtered.
If this option is chosen, replace the filter with the blue bypass cap.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to avoid buildup of odors. 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 avoid 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 stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.
IMPORTANT: This cleaner is for stainless steel parts only!
Do not allow the Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish to come into contact with any plastic parts such as the trim pieces. dispenser covers or door gaskets. If unintentional contact does occur. clean plastic part with a sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
4. There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal home operating environments. If the environment is particularly greasy or dusty. or there is significant pet traffic in the home. the condenser should be cleaned every 2 to 3 months to ensure maximum efficiency. If you need to clean the condenser:
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 an appliance bulb of the same size. shape. and wattage (no greater than 40 watts).
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove the light shield. if necessary.
3. Replace burned-out bulb(s) with appliance light bulb(s) no greater than 40 watts.
4. Replace the light shield(s) by inserting the tabs on the shield into the liner holes and snap into place. NOTE: To avoid damaging the light shield. do not force the shield beyond the locking point.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
The refrigerator will not operate
The motor seems to run too much
Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its high-efficiency compressor and fans. The unit may run even longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added. doors are opened often. or if the doors have been left open.
The refrigerator seems noisy
Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this reduction. you may hear intermittent noises from your new refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are listed some normal sounds with explanations.
The doors will not close completely
The doors are difficult to open
Temperature is too warm
There is interior moisture buildup
NOTE: Some moisture buildup is normal.
The ice maker is not producing ice or not enough ice
The ice cubes are hollow or small
NOTE: This is an indication of low water pressure.
Off-taste. odor or gray color in the ice
The water and ice dispenser will not operate properly
Water is leaking from the dispenser system
NOTE: One or two drops of water after dispensing is normal.
Water from the dispenser is warm
NOTE: Water from the dispenser is only chilled to 50°F (10°C).
