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Before You Call 

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PROBLEM CAUSE 

CORRECTION 

TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM

 

Freezer/Refrigerator 
temperature is too warm. 

• 

Doors are opened too 
frequently or too long. 

• 

Door is slightly open. 

 

• 

Condenser is dirty. 

• 

Warm air enters the refrigerator whenever the door is 
opened. Open the door less often. 

• 

See 

PROBLEM

 section 

OPENING/CLOSING OF 

DOORS/DRAWERS

.  

• 

Clean condenser. See 

Care & Cleaning Chart

 in 

Care 

and Cleaning

 section

.

 

Freezer temperature is too 
warm. Refrigerator 
temperature is satisfactory.

 

• 

Freezer control is set too 
warm. 

• 

Set freezer control to a colder setting. Allow 24 hours 
for temperature to stabilize. 

Refrigerator temperature is 
too warm. Freezer 
temperature is satisfactory.

 

• 

Refrigerator control is set too 
warm. 

• 

Set refrigerator control to a colder setting. Allow 24 
hours for temperature to stabilize. 

Temperature in the Meat 
Keeper is too warm (some 
models). 

• 

Meat Keeper Temperature 
Control is set too warm. 

• 

Adjust Meat Keeper Temperature Control to a colder 
setting. 

WATER/MOISTURE/FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR

 

Moisture collects on inside 
of refrigerator walls. 

• 

Weather is hot and humid. 

 

• 

Door is slightly open. 

 

• 

Door is opened too often or too 
long. 

• 

Open containers. 

• 

The rate of frost buildup and internal sweating 
increases. 

• 

See 

PROBLEM

 section 

OPENING/CLOSING OF 

DOORS/DRAWERS

• 

Open door less often. 

 

• 

Keep containers covered. 

Water collects on bottom 
side of drawer cover. 

• 

Vegetables contain and give 
off moisture. 

• 

It is not unusual to have moisture on the bottom side of 
the cover.  

• 

Move humidity control (some models) to lower setting. 

Water collects in bottom of 
drawer. 

• 

Washed vegetables and fruit 
drain while in the drawer. 

• 

Dry items before putting them in the drawer. Water 
collecting in bottom of drawer is normal. 

WATER/MOISTURE/FROST OUTSIDE REFRIGERATOR 

Moisture collects on 
outside of refrigerator or 
between doors. 

• 

Weather is humid. 

 

• 

Door is slightly open, causing 
cold air from inside refrigerator 
to meet warm air from outside. 

• 

This is normal in humid weather. When humidity is 
lower, the moisture should disappear. 

• 

See 

PROBLEM

 section 

OPENING/CLOSING OF 

DOORS/DRAWERS

AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER

 

Ice maker is not making 
any ice. 

• 

Ice maker wire signal arm is in 
the “up” or 

OFF

 position. 

• 

Household water line valve is 
not open. 

• 

Freezer is not cold enough. 

 

• 

Saddle valve on cold water 
pipe is clogged or restricted by 
foreign material. 

• 

Check to see if the water 
dispenser is dispensing water. 

• 

Move wire signal arm to the “down” or 

ON

 position. 

 

• 

Turn on household water line valve. 

 

• 

See 

PROBLEM

 section 

TEMPERATURES ARE TOO 

WARM

• 

Turn off household water line valve. Remove valve. 
Ensure that valve is not a self-piercing saddle valve.       
Clean valve. Replace valve if necessary.  

• 

If not, the ice & water filter cartridge is clogged or 
restricted by foreign material, and must be replaced. 

 

Summary of Contents for 241512200A

Page 1: ...nstructions Installation Includes Connecting Ice MakerToW ater Supply Door Removal Instructions Features at a Glance Temperature Controls Looking Inside Food Storage Energy SavingTips Automatic Ice andWater Dispenser Care Cleaning Normal Operating Sounds Warranty BeforeY ou Call Solutions to Common Problems Español 25 P N 241512200A 0306 ...

Page 2: ...tion must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Please record your model and serial numbers below for future reference This information is found on the serial plate located inside the refrigerator compartment NOTE Use only soap and water to clean serial plate Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date 7IVMEP 4PEXI Questions 1 800 944 9044 United States 1 866 213 9397 C...

Page 3: ...n place so children may not easily climb inside Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service technician ELECTRICAL INFORMATION The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115 Volt 60 Hz AC only electric outlet The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock hazards It must be plugged directly into a properly ...

Page 4: ... best use of drawers and freezer baskets the refrigerator should be in a position where both the refrigerator and freezer doors can be fully opened TOE GRILLE INSTALLATION REMOVAL To Remove Toe Grille 1 Open freezer and fresh food compartment doors 2 Working from left side of toe grille slip your fingers between top of toe grille and cabinet Gently pull forward until first set of tabs are free Sli...

Page 5: ...e refrigerator to your cold water pipe Then add approximately 7 feet 2 1 meters so the refrigerator can be moved out for cleaning as shown A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system DO NOT use a self piercing type shutoff valve A compression nut and ferrule sleeve for connecting the water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve IMPORTANT It takes approximately...

Page 6: ...move tube 2 Remove top hinge cover screw on freezer door and remove cover 3 Disconnect wiring harness connector plug at top hinge place your thumbs on flat sides of each connector and bend both parts back and forth then with firm grasp pull both pieces apart 4 Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil This will make it easier to realign doors when they are replaced 5 Remove top hinge allowing wirin...

Page 7: ...7 Features At A Glance Features may vary according to model ...

Page 8: ... R E P M E T m r a W o o T s I t n e m t r a p m o C d o o F h s e r F f I s d r a w o T y l t h g i l S l o r t n o C d o o F h s e r F n r u T r e d l o C d l o C o o T s I t n e m t r a p m o C d o o F h s e r F f I s d r a w o T y l t h g i l S l o r t n o C d o o F h s e r F n r u T d l o C m r a W o o T s I t n e m t r a p m o C r e z e e r F f I s d r a w o T y l t h g i l S l o r t n o C r...

Page 9: ...lves 1 Lift front edge up 2 Pull shelf out Replace the shelf by inserting the hooks at rear of the shelf into the wall bracket Lower the shelf into the desired slots and lock into position SpillFreeTM glass shelves some models catch and hold accidental spills In some models the SpillFreeTM shelves slide out for easy access to food and for fast cleaning The shelves slide out independently of their ...

Page 10: ...tables that keep best in high humidity NOTE Leafy vegetables keep best when stored with the Humidity Control set on Higher Humidity or in a drawer without a Humidity Control This keeps incoming air to a minimum and maintains maximum moisture content Crisper Humidity Control Crisper Drawer DELI DRAWER SOME MODELS Some models are equipped with a Deli Drawer for storage of luncheon meats spreads chee...

Page 11: ... l r e s n e p s i d n o n r u t o t d a P h c u o T t h g i L f f O e h t s s e r P f f O t h g i L d a P h c u o T e h t e v o b a r a e p p a l l i w r o t a c i d n i d e r A t h g i l r e s n e p s i d f f o n r u t o t d a P h c u o T R E T A W r e s n e p s i d r e t a w e h t e t a r e p o o T g n i s n e p s i d p o t s o T e l d d a p g n i s n e p s i d R E T A W e h t t s n i a g a s s...

Page 12: ...omatic Ice and Water Dispenser ICE DISPENSER TIPS Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor Empty the ice container and ensure that the wire signal arm is in its down or ON position The ice maker will then produce more ice Occasionally shake the ice container to keep ice separated Keep the wire signal arm in its up or OFF position until the refrigerator is connected to the water supply o...

Page 13: ...age the ice storage bin and dispenser mechanism CLEANING THE ICE DISPENSER Clean the dispenser and ice container at regular intervals particularly before you take a vacation or move or if the ice dispenser sticks 1 Stop ice production by lifting the wire signal arm to the up or OFF position 2 Remove ice container by lifting up and out Empty and carefully clean the container with mild detergent Rin...

Page 14: ...mes damaged you will need to order one from the Consumer Assistance Center 6 Discard old filter cartridge 7 Remove new filter cartridge from packaging and place in cup The end with the small o ring should be up out of the cup 8 Screw cup with filter back onto housing Do Not Use Wrench To Reinstall Cup Filter cartridge will self align as cup is tightened Be sure cup is completely tightened with Pur...

Page 15: ...ads the freezer slows the rate of freezing and can raise the temperature of frozen foods Leave a space between the packages so cold air can circulate freely allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible Avoid storing hard to freeze foods such as ice cream and orange juice on the freezer door shelves These foods are best stored in the freezer interior where the temperature varies less ENERGY SAVIN...

Page 16: ...refrigerator by the evaporator fan Also you will feel warm air being pushed out the front of the refrigerator from under the Toe Grille 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 If your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic ice maker you will hear ice cube...

Page 17: ...r 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 Do not wash any removable items bins drawers etc in dishwasher Glass Shelves Soap and water...

Page 18: ... only be gone for a few days Long Vacations Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more Turn controls to O the OFF position and disconnect power Turn off automatic ice maker and turn water supply valve to closed position Clean interior thoroughly Leave both doors open to prevent odors and mold build up Block doors open if necessary Moving Remove all food and ice If using handcart...

Page 19: ...old use and the consumer is responsible for the items listed below 1 Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product 2 Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in accordance with all local plumbing electrical and or gas codes 3 Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltag...

Page 20: ...of loose connections or defects in house wiring 4 Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory 5 Damages to finish after installation 6 Replacement of light bulbs and or fluorescent tubes on models with these features This warranty does not cover the following 1 CO...

Page 21: ...eep food and containers from blocking door See PROBLEM section OPENING CLOSING OF DOORS DRAWERS Set refrigerator control to warmer setting until refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize Clean or change gasket Leaks in door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures Clean condenser See Care Cleaning Chart in Care ...

Page 22: ...ERS Open door less often Keep containers covered Water collects on bottom side of drawer cover Vegetables contain and give off moisture It is not unusual to have moisture on the bottom side of the cover Move humidity control some models to lower setting Water collects in bottom of drawer Washed vegetables and fruit drain while in the drawer Dry items before putting them in the drawer Water collect...

Page 23: ...ter to water supply line Consult a water purifying company Discard stale ice ICE DISPENSER Dispenser will not dispense ice Ice storage container is empty Freezer temperature is set too warm Household water line valve is not open Freezer door is not closed Ice dispensing arm has been held in for more than 4 5 minutes When the first supply of ice is dropped into the container the dispenser should op...

Page 24: ... cut on pressure on the water pump system well systems only It is normal for a reverse osmosis system to be below 20 psi during the regenerative phase ODORS IN REFRIGERATOR Interior is dirty Interior needs to be cleaned Food with strong odors is in refrigerator See Care Cleaning Chart in Care and Cleaning section Cover food tightly OPENING CLOSING OF DOORS DRAWERS Door s will not close Door was cl...

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