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Before You Call

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PROBLEM CAUSE 

CORRECTION 

WATER DISPENSER

 

Dispenser will not 
dispense water. 

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Household water line valve is 
not open. 

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Freezer door is not closed. 

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Ice & water filter cartridge is 
clogged. 

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Front filter not fully installed, if 
equipped. 

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Open household water line valve. See 

PROBLEM

 

section 

ICE MAKER IS NOT MAKING ANY ICE

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Ensure that freezer door is closed. 

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Replace filter cartridge. 
 

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Push filter in until you hear a “click.” Filter should be 
flush with cabinet. 

Water has an odd taste 
and/or odor. 

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Water has been in the tank for 
a period of time. 

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Unit not properly connected to 
cold water line. 

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Tubing used in the household 
water supply and installation 
may affect water taste and 
odor. 

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Water has a high mineral 
content. 

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Draw and discard 10 – 12 glasses of water to freshen 
the supply and completely rinse out the tank. 

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Connect unit to cold water line that supplies water to 
the kitchen faucet. 

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For best results, use copper tubing for water 
connections. 

 
 

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Contact water treatment plant for help. 

Water pressure is 
extremely low.

 

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Cut-off and cut-on pressures 
are too low (well systems 
only). 

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Reverse osmosis system is in 
regenerative phase. 

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Have someone turn up the cut-off and cut-on pressure 
on the water pump system (well systems only). 

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It is normal for a reverse osmosis system to be below 
20 psi during the regenerative phase.  

ODORS IN REFRIGERATOR

 

Interior is dirty. 

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Interior needs to be cleaned. 

 

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Food with strong odors is in 
refrigerator. 

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See 

Care & Cleaning Chart

 in 

Care and Cleaning

 

section. 

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Cover food tightly. 

OPENING/CLOSING OF DOORS/DRAWERS

 

Door(s) will not close. 

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Door was closed too hard, 
causing other door to open 
slightly. 

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Refrigerator is not level. It 
rocks on the floor when moved 
slightly. 

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Refrigerator is touching a wall 
or cabinet. 

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Close both doors gently. 

 
 

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Ensure floor is level and solid, and can adequately 
support the refrigerator. Contact a carpenter to correct 
a sagging or sloping floor. 

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Ensure floor is level and solid, and can adequately 
support the refrigerator. Contact a carpenter to correct 
a sagging or sloping floor. 

Drawers are difficult to 
move. 

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Food is touching shelf on top 
of drawer. 

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Track that drawers slide on is 
dirty. 

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Keep less food in drawer. 

 

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Clean drawer, rollers, and track. See 

Care & Cleaning 

Chart 

in 

Care and Cleaning

 section. 

LIGHT BULB IS NOT ON

 

Light bulb is not on. 

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Light bulb is burned out. 

 

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Light switch is stuck. 

 

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No electric current is reaching 
refrigerator. 

• 

See 

Replacing Light Bulbs

 in 

Care and Cleaning

 

section. 

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Light switch is located on side of refrigerator and 
freezer liners. 

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See 

PROBLEM

 section 

RUNNING OF 

REFRIGERATOR.

 

 

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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