Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product ET14NKXE Whirlpool
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UseAndCare NO-FROST REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER ET1 4CKXE ET1 4NKXE PART NO. 2190788 /z/95 A Note To You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Refrigerator Safety . . . . . . . . 3 Parts And Features . . . . . . . . 4 Before Using Your Refrigerator . . . . . . .
A Note To You Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL@ appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL Refrigerators are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide.
Refrigerator Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the symbol. This symbol alerts you to such dangers as fire, electrical shock, burns, and personal injury.
Parts And Features Below are illustrations of your appliance with the parts and features called out. To help you find information on specific parts or features faster, page references are included. Model ETl4NKXE Ice cube trays - (P. 11) Partial freezer shelf $ I !I - I !r/ Control pane (P.
Model ET14CKXE Ice cube Partial freezer shelf - Control panel - (P. 9) Model and serial number’ label (on side wall) Adjustable wire shelves R (P. 11) Crisper cover A (P. 11) Crisper y (P. 11) Juice can - rack Butter - compartment Leveling legs and -rollers (under refrigerator) (P.
Before Using Your Refrigerator It is important to prepare your refrigerator for use. This section tells you how to clean it, connect it to a power source, install it, and level it.
Plugging it in Fire Hazard Do not use an extension cord. Doing so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Recommended Grounding Method A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused and properly grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
Leveling it Make sure the refrigerator is level for efficient operation. To level refrigerator: 1. Keep the 4 bolts that held the refrigerator in the shipping crate. They are the leveling legs. 2. Screw these bolts all the way into the bolt holes on the bottom corners of the refrigerator.
Using Your Refrigerator To obtain the best possible results from your refrigerator, it is important that you operate it properly. This section tells you how to set the controls, remove and adjust some of the features in your refrigerator, and how to save energy.
Changing the control settings If you need to adjust temperatures in the l Adjust the Refrigerator Control first. refrigerator or freezer, use the settings listed l Wait at least 24 hours between in the chart below as a guide. If you have adjustments. questions, call us at 1-800-253-l 301.
Adjusting the refrigerator shelves Adjust shelves to match the way you use your refrigerator. To remove a shelf: 1. Remove all items from the shelf. 2. Slide shelf straight out to the stop. 3. Lift the front. 4. Slide shelf out the rest of the way. To replace a shelf: 1.
Removing the meat drawer and cover (Model ET14NKXE) To remove the meat drawer: 1. Slide meat drawer out to the stop. 2. Lift front of meat drawer. 3. Slide meat drawer out the rest of the way. 4. Replace in reverse order. To remove the cover: 1. Tilt front of cover up.
Solving common ice maker problems PR’OBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE/SOLUTION Ice crescents attached l This is normal. They break apart easily. Shake bin occasion- at corners ally to keep cubes SeDarated. Ice maker will not operate or ice is not made fast enough l ON/OFF lever is in the OFF (up) position.
_.- _ .- _..._ Understanding the sounds you may hear Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Don’t be. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the floor, walls, and cabinets can make the sounds seem louder.
Caring For Your Refrigerator Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a few things you can do to help extend its product life. This section tells you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation, moving, or during a power outage.
PART Door liners and gaskets Plastic parts (covers and panels) WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Sponge, soft cloth l Wash, wipe, and dry thoroughly. or paper towel with mild detergent and DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concen- trated detergents, bleaches or cleaners warm water containing petroleum on plastic parts.
Vacation and moving care Short vacations No need to shut off the refrigerator if you will be away for less than 4 weeks. 1. Use up any perishables. 2. Freeze other items. 3. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: Moving When you are moving the refrigerator to a new home: 1.
Power interruptions If electricity goes off, call the power com- pany. Ask how long power will be off. 1. 2. If service will be interrupted 24 hours or less, keep both doors closed. This helps foods stay frozen. If service will be interrupted longer than 24 hours: (a) Remove all frozen food and store in a frozen food locker.
Food Storage Guide There is a correct way to package and store refrigerated or frozen food. To keep food fresher, longer, take the time to study these recommended steps. Storing fresh food Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material.
Storing frozen food The freezer section is designed for storage of commercially frozen food and for freezing food at home. NOTE: For further information about prepar- ing food for freezing or food storage times, contact your local Cooperative Extension Service or check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook.
Troubleshooting Listed in the chart below are the most common problems consumers run into with their refrigerator. Please read through this chart before calling for service.
Requesting Assistance Or Service Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on page 21. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* . .
Index This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the page number. TOPIC PAGE CARE Moving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Power interruptions .
WHIRLPOOL@ Refrigerator Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) FULL FIVE-Y EAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR WHIRLPOOL WILL PAY FOR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship.
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