OPERATION
THE APPLIANCE WILL NOT OPERATE
WARNING
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.
Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3
prong outlet.
Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet
is working.
Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the
problem continues, call an electrician.
Are controls on? Make sure the appliance controls
are on. See the "Refrigerator Controls" or "Freezer
Controls" section.
Is refrigerator defrosting? Your refrigerator will
regularly run an automatic defrost cycle. Recheck in
30 minutes to see if it is operating.
New installation? Allow 24 hours following
installation for the refrigerator to cool completely.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest
setting will not cool either compartment more
quickly.
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 APPLIANCE IS NOISY
Overall refrigerator noise has been reduced over
the years. Due to this reduction, you may hear other
intermittent noises from your new appliance that you
did not notice from your old model. Listed below are
some unfamiliar but normal sounds, followed by an
explanation.
Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill
the ice maker
Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize
performance
Rattling - flow of refrigerant, water line, or from items
placed on top of the refrigerator
TROUBLESHOOTING
Sizzling/Gurgling - water dripping on the heater
Popping - contraction/expansion of inside walls,
Water running - may be heard when water melts
THERE IS NO AUDIBLE DOOR OPEN ALARM
Has the door been open less than 5 minutes? The
door open alarm will only flash when the door has been
open for 5 minutes. The audible alarm will sound the
first time the door is left open for more than 5 minutes.
Subsequent door open alarms will only flash. You must
reset the audible alarm each time.
THE DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY
Door blocked open? Move food packages away from
Bin or shelf in the way? Push the bin or shelf back in
THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN
Are the gaskets dirty or sticky? Clean the gaskets
TEMPERATURE AND MOISTURE
TEMPERATURE IS TOO WARM
New installation? Allow 24 hours following
Door(s) opened often or left open? Allows warm air
Large load of food added? Allow several hours for
Controls set correctly for the surrounding
Appliance not cooling? Turn the appliance off and
Air vents blocked? Remove any item from in front of
during the defrost cycle
especially during initial cool-down
during the defrost cycle and runs into the drain pan.
the door.
the correct position.
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
with mild soap and warm water.
installation for the appliance to cool completely.
Increased temperature around the front face of the
refrigerator cabinet may be warm to the touch.
to enter the refrigerator. Minimize door openings and
keep doors fully closed.
appliance to return to normal temperature.
conditions? Adjust the controls one setting colder.
Check the temperature in 24 hours. See the
"Refrigerator Controls" or "Freezer Controls" section.
then on to reset. If this does not correct the problem,
call for service.
the air vents.
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