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NOTE

The direction in which your refrigerator doors open (door swing) can be reversed, from left to right or right to left, by 

moving the door hinges from one side to the other.  Reversing the door swing should be performed by a qualified person.

DOOr rEMOVAL INSTrUCTIONS

Adjustable

Wrench

Socket

Wrench Set

OR

Phillips Head

Tools Necessary:

3/8” Fixed

Wrench

AND

OR

Top Hinge

Cover Rear

Screw

Top Hinge

Cover Front

Screw

Bottom

Hinge

Screw

Top

Hinge

Screw

Door removal and reversal instructions:

 

1

  Remove toe grille.

 

2

  Remove top hinge cover.  Trace around the hinge with a soft lead pencil.  This 

makes reinstallation easier.  Remove top hinge and lift door off center hinge pin.  

Set door aside.

 

3

  Unscrew center hinge pin using adjustable wrench and save for reassembly.  

Ensure plastic washer stays on hinge pin.

 

4

  Lift refrigerator door off of bottom hinge and set aside.

 

5

  Remove center hinge and shim by removing inside screw and loosening two 

outside screws enough to allow hinge and shim to slide out.  Tighten screws.

 

6

  Loosen two outside screws on opposite side of refrigerator, remove inside screw 

and install center hinge.

 

7

  Remove two screws on bottom hinge with 3/8” socket wrench.

 

8

  Install bottom hinge on opposite side with the two screws removed from step 7.

 

9

  Unscrew bottom hinge pin using adjustable wrench.  Move hinge pin to other hole 

in hinge and tighten with adjustable wrench.

 

10

  Reverse door handles (see instruction on next page).

 

11

  Move freezer and refrigerator door stops to opposite side.  Before starting screws, 

use an awl to puncture the foam.

 

12

  Position refrigerator door onto bottom hinge pin and screw center hinge pin through 

center hinge into top of door.  Close refrigerator door to help align hinge hole.

 

13

  Tighten center hinge pin with adjustable wrench.

 

14

  Remove cabinet and hinge hole plugs and move to opposite side.

 

15

  Lower freezer door onto center hinge pin.

 

16

  Close freezer door.  Have an assistant lift up on opposite side of door while 

tightening screws to install top hinge.

 

17

  Flip toe grille and reinstall.

 

18

  Plug in electrical power cord and turn refrigerator temperature control to center 

position.  Adjust setting as necessary.

IMPORTANT

Before you begin, turn the refrigerator temperature control to “0” and remove the electrical power cord from the wall 

outlet.  Remove any food from door shelves.

Door

Stop

Door Stop

Screw

Hinge

Pin

Screws

Bottom

Hinge

Toe Grille

Washer

Top Hinge 

Cover

Top Hinge

Summary of Contents for 242008000

Page 1: ...e Use Care of your Refrigerator Important Safety Instructions 2 Installation 4 Door Removal Instructions 5 Handle Installation 6 Connecting Water Supply 8 Ice Service 9 242063800 November 2009 Controls 9 Normal Operating Sounds and Sights 10 Care and Cleaning 11 Before you Call 12 Major Appliance Warranty 13 ...

Page 2: ...ged in Ice Maker House water supply connected to refrigerator No water leaks present at all connections recheck in 24 hours Ice maker is turned ON Ice water dispenser operates correctly Front filter must be flush with filter housing select models Final Checks Shipping material removed Fresh food and freezer temperatures set Crisper humidity controls set Registration card sent in Installation Check...

Page 3: ...edspreads plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator or Freezer Risk of child entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators or freezers are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator or fr...

Page 4: ... a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug If possible place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the range dishwasher or other heat sources The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is level and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automa...

Page 5: ...r hinge 7 Remove two screws on bottom hinge with 3 8 socket wrench 8 Install bottom hinge on opposite side with the two screws removed from step 7 9 Unscrew bottom hinge pin using adjustable wrench Move hinge pin to other hole in hinge and tighten with adjustable wrench 10 Reverse door handles see instruction on next page 11 Move freezer and refrigerator door stops to opposite side Before starting...

Page 6: ...p of door Do not tighten the set screw yet 2 Install the two 2 screws into the top of the handle 3 Tighten the set screw on the rounded part of the handle until the handle is flush with the door then tighten another 1 2 turn CAUTION Wear gloves and use extreme CAUTION when installing these handles The rounded end of the handles may be sharp To attach metal freezer handle 1 Place rounded part of ha...

Page 7: ...personal injury To attach plastic refrigerator handle 1 Place top of handle over dovetail screw pull handle straight down until handle is aligned with screw holes on top of door 2 Secure top of handle with two screws To attach plastic freezer handle 1 Place top of handle over dovetail screw pull handle straight up until handle is aligned with screw holes on bottom of door 2 Secure bottom of handle...

Page 8: ...To turn ice maker on lower wire signal arm side mounted or set the ice maker s On Off power switch to the I position rear mounted Figure 1 Figure 2 Copper water line from household water supply Include enough tubing in loop to allow moving refrigerator out for cleaning Ferrule Sleeve Copper water line Water Valve Valve Inlet Water Valve Bracket Steel Clamp Plastic Water Tubing to Ice Maker Fill Tu...

Page 9: ...eezer control will change only the freezer temperature To maintain temperatures a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments For good circulation do not block cold air vents with food items Controls Cool Down Period To ensure safe food storage allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading it with food Ice service If your refr...

Page 10: ...aporator fan C Defrost heater During defrost cycles water dripping onto the defrost heater may cause a hissing or sizzling sound After defrosting a popping sound may occur D Automatic ice maker When ice has been produced you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin The ice maker will produce 2 5 to 3 pounds of ice every 24 hours depending on usage conditions E Electronic control automatic defr...

Page 11: ...s and Precautions Interior Door Liners Soap and water Baking soda and water Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls light bulb or any electrical part Door Gaskets Soap and water Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth Drawers Bins Soap and water Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners and tracks Gl...

Page 12: ...ctory Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize Refrigerator temperature too cold Freezer temperature is satisfactory Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize Then check freezer temperatures and adjust as needed Refrigerator is noisy or vibrates The cabinet is not level Floor is weak See Normal Operating Sounds and Sights section Odors in refri...

Page 13: ...thorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMEr OF IMPLIED WArrANTIES LIMITATION OF rEMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICU...

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