WQ9 M2L - Refrigerator WHIRLPOOL - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	French door refrigerator with convertible freezer compartment
Brand	Whirlpool
Model	WQ9 M2L
Power supply	220-240 V, 10 A, 50-60 Hz
Climate class	SN (10°C to 32°C), N (16°C to 32°C), ST (16°C to 38°C), T (16°C to 43°C)
Refrigerant	R600a (isobutane)
Dimensions (H x W x D)	179 x 91 x 73 cm (estimated)
Weight	Approximately 110 kg (estimated)
Main functions	6th Sense, Fast cooling, Fast freezing, Pure Control, Convertible zone (wine, vegetables, meat/fish, freezing), LED lighting, Open door alarm, Vacation mode, Key lock
Storage compartments	Refrigerator (2 doors), Freezer (drawer), Convertible zone, Adjustable door bins, Adjustable shelves
Recommended cleaning	Soft cloth, warm soapy water with mild detergent. Avoid abrasive products, alcohol, acids
Safety	Grounding mandatory, do not use extension cord or adapter, risk of child entrapment - remove doors before disposal
Spare parts and repairability	Contact after-sales service or retailer for parts specified by the factory. Pure Control generator replaceable every 3 years
General information	Manual available in multiple languages, free download on notice-facile.com

Frequently Asked Questions - WQ9 M2L WHIRLPOOL

How to adjust the temperature of the refrigerator and freezer?

Use the touch keys on the left door. Press the refrigerator or freezer temperature button to cycle through the settings in °C. Recommended settings are 3°C for the refrigerator and -18°C for the freezer. Wait 24 hours between each adjustment.

What to do if the door does not close completely?

Check that food or shelves are not blocking the door. Make sure the refrigerator is level. Clean the door gaskets with warm soapy water. If the problem persists, contact after-sales service.

How to activate vacation mode?

Press the Mode button until the Vacation indicator lights up. The refrigerator temperature automatically switches to 12°C. Remove perishable foods before activating this mode. To exit, press the Mode button again or adjust the temperature.

How to use the convertible zone?

Press and hold the convertible zone temperature button for 3 seconds to switch from refrigeration mode to freezing mode. You can select from the settings: Wine (10°C), Vegetables (4°C), Meat and fish (0°C), Soft freezing (-7°C), Medium (-12°C) or Traditional (-16°C to -22°C).

How to clean the interior of the refrigerator?

Unplug the appliance. Wash internal surfaces and removable parts with a soft cloth soaked in warm soapy water (mild detergent). Rinse and dry thoroughly. Never use abrasive cleaners, alcohol or flammable products. Reconnect the appliance after drying.

What does the door ajar alarm mean?

The alarm sounds if a door or drawer remains open for 5 minutes. To temporarily disable it while keeping the door open (e.g., cleaning), press any button on the control panel. The door ajar icon remains displayed until fully closed.

How to replace the Pure Control generator?

The Pure Control generator must be replaced every 3 years. When the replacement icon lights up, order a spare part from after-sales service. After installation, press and hold the Pure Control reset button for 3 seconds to turn off the indicator.

Why does the motor run for a long time?

This may be normal if a large amount of warm food has been added, if the ambient temperature is high, or if doors are opened frequently. The high-efficiency compressor runs longer but economically. Also check that vents are not obstructed.

How to defrost the refrigerator?

The compartments defrost automatically. No manual intervention is needed. For cleaning, unplug the appliance and leave the door open after removing food. Use a cloth to absorb defrost water. Never use mechanical tools to speed up defrosting.

What to do in case of prolonged absence?

Use vacation mode or demonstration mode to save energy. Remove perishable foods, empty the ice cube tray and clean the interior. Leave doors ajar to prevent odors. If the appliance is equipped with an ice maker, turn off the water supply.

USER MANUAL WQ9 M2L WHIRLPOOL

REFRIGERATOR USER INSTRUCTIONS

Italiano ISTRUZIONI PER L'USO DEL FRIGORIFERO....29

Français INSTRUCTIONS D'UTILISATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR 55

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator....8

PARTS AND FEATURES 9

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS....10

Getting Started....10

Unpack the Refrigerator 10

Location Requirements....11

Electrical Requirements....11

Remove and Replace Refrigerator Doors ....13

Remove and Replace Freezer/Flexi Freeze Door....15

Refrigerator Levelling....16

Water Supply Requirements....16

Connect the Water Supply....16

Using the Controls ....18

Lighting the Refrigerator....19

REFRIGERATOR USE ....20

Opening and Closing Doors 20

SHELVES, BINS AND DRAWERS....21

Freezer Storage Compartments....22

Audio Reference 22

Accessories....22

Cleaning 23

Lights....24

Holiday and Moving Care 24

TROUBLESHOOTING 25

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

DANGER

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

WARNING

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT TO BE READ AND OBSERVED

Before using the appliance, read these safety instructions. Keep them nearby for future reference. These instructions and the appliance itself provide important safety warnings, to be observed at all times. The manufacturer declines any liability for failure to observe these safety instructions, for inappropriate use of the appliance or incorrect setting of controls.

⚠️ Very young children (0-3 years) should be kept away from the appliance. Young children (3-8 years) should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised. Children from 8 years old and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe use and understand the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children without supervision. Children aged from 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload refrigerating appliances.

PERMITTED USE

⚠️ CAUTION: The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external switching device, such as a timer, or separate remote controlled system.

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other residential environments.

This appliance is not for professional use. Do not use the appliance outdoors.

The bulb used inside the appliance is specifically designed for domestic appliances and is not suitable for general room lighting within the home (EC Regulation 244/2009).

The appliance is designed for operation in places where the ambient temperature comes within the following ranges, according to the climatic class given on the rating plate. The appliance may not work properly if it is left for a long time at a temperature outside the specified range.

Climatic Class Amb. T. (°C)

SN: From 10 to 32 °C; N: From 16 to 32 °C

ST: From 16 to 38 °C; T: From 16 to 43 °C

This appliance does not contain CFCs. The refrigerant circuit contains R600a (HC). Appliances with Isobutane (R600a): isobutane is a natural gas without environmental impact, but is flammable. Therefore, make sure the refrigerant circuit pipes are not damaged, especially when emptying the refrigerant circuit.

⚠ WARNING: Do not damage the appliance refrigerant circuit pipes.

⚠ WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.

⚠ WARNING: Do not use mechanical, electric or chemical means other than those recommended by the Manufacturer to speed up the defrost process.

⚠ WARNING: Do not use or place electrical devices inside the appliance compartments if they are not of the type expressly authorised by the Manufacturer.

⚠ WARNING: Ice makers and/or water dispensers not directly connected to the water supply must be filled with potable water only.

⚠ WARNING: Automatic ice-makers and/or water dispensers must be connected to a water supply that delivers potable water only, with mains water pressure between 20 psi and 145 psi (1.4 bar and 10 bar).

⚠ Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.

⚠ Do not swallow the contents (non-toxic) of the ice packs (provided with some models). Do not eat ice cubes or ice lollies immediately after taking them out of the freezer since they may cause cold burns.

⚠ For products designed to use an air filter inside an accessible fan cover, the filter must always be in position when the refrigerator is in function.

⚠ Do not store glass containers with liquids in the freezer compartment since they may break. Do not obstruct the fan (if included) with food items. After placing the food check that the door of the compartments closes properly, especially the freezer door.

⚠️ Damaged gaskets must be replaced as soon as possible.

⚠ Use the refrigerator compartment only for storing fresh food and the freezer compartment only for storing frozen food, freezing fresh food and making ice cubes.

Avoid storing unwrapped food in direct contact with internal surfaces of the fresh food or freezer compartments. Appliances could have special compartments (Fresh Food Compartment, Zero Degree Box, etc.). Unless specified in the specific booklet of product, they can be removed, maintaining equivalent performances.

Warning: Risk of fire/flammable materials. The most appropriate compartments of the appliance where specific types of food are to be stored, taking into account different temperature distribution in different compartments in the appliance, are as follows:

- Refrigerator compartment: Store tropical fruit,

cans, drinks, eggs, sauces, pickles, butter, jam, cheese, milk, dairy food, yoghurt. You may also store cold cuts, desserts, meat and fish, cheesecake, fresh pasta, sour cream, pudding and cream cheese.

Fruit & vegetable drawer at the bottom of the refrigerator compartment: Store vegetables and fruits (excluding tropical fruits).

Chiller compartment: Only store meat and fish in the coldest drawer

is suitable for freezing foodstuffs from ambient temperature and for storing frozen food as the temperature is evenly distributed throughout the entire compartment. Purchased frozen food has the storage expiration date stated on the packaging. This date takes into account the type of food being stored and therefore this date should be respected. Fresh food should be stored for the following time periods: 1-3 months for cheese, shellfish, ice cream, ham/sausage, milk, fresh liquids; 4 months for steak or chops (beef, lamb, pork); 6 months for butter or margarine, poultry (chicken, turkey); 8-12 months for fruits (except citrus), roast meat (beef, pork, lamb), vegetables. Expiration dates on the packaging of foods must be respected. To avoid food contamination, please observe the following:

is suitable for freezing foodstuffs from ambient temperature and for storing frozen food as the temperature is evenly distributed throughout the entire compartment. Purchased frozen food has the storage expiration date stated on the packaging. This date takes into account the type of food being stored and therefore this date should be respected. Fresh food should be stored for the following time periods: 1-3 months for cheese, shellfish, ice cream, ham/sausage, milk, fresh liquids; 4 months for steak or chops (beef, lamb, pork); 6 months for butter or margarine, poultry (chicken, turkey); 8-12 months for fruits (except citrus), roast meat (beef, pork, lamb), vegetables. Expiration dates on the packaging of foods must be respected. To avoid food contamination, please observe the following:

- Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase of the temperature in the compartments of the appliance.

- Regularly clean surfaces that may come into contact with food and accessible drainage systems.

Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 hours; flush the water system connected to a water supply if water has not been drawn for 5 days.

Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that they do not come into contact with or drip onto other food.

In the Flexi Freeze storage should be as follows:

+10°C: store wine

+4°C: store vegetables and fruits (excluding tropical fruits)

0°C: only store meat and fish

All set points below zero: store frozen foodstuff as for freezer cavity

Two-star frozen food compartments are suitable for storing pre-frozen food, storing or making ice cream and ice cubes.

Do not freeze fresh food in one, two, or three-star compartments.

If the refrigerating appliance is left empty for long periods, switch off, defrost, clean, dry, and leave the door open to prevent mould developing inside the appliance.

INSTALLATION

The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons - risk of injury. Use protective gloves to unpack and install - risk of cuts.

⚠️ Installation, including water supply (if any) and electrical connections, and repairs must be carried out by a qualified technician. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically stated in the user manual. Keep children away from the installation site.

After unpacking the appliance, make sure that it has not been damaged during transport. In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales Service. Once installed, packaging waste (plastic, styrofoam parts etc.) must be stored out of reach of children - risk of suffocation. The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before any installation operation - risk of electric shock. During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable - risk of fire or electric shock. Only activate the appliance when the installation has been completed.

⚠️ Be careful not to damage the floors (e.g. parquet) when moving the appliance. Install the appliance on a floor or support strong enough to take its weight and in a place suitable for its size and use. Make sure the appliance is not near a heat source and that the four feet are stable and resting on the floor, adjusting them as required, and check that the appliance is perfectly level using a spirit level. Wait at least two hours before switching the appliance on, to ensure that the refrigerant circuit is fully efficient.

⚠ WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.

⚠ WARNING: To avoid a hazard due to instability, positioning or fixing of the appliance must be done in accordance with the manufacturer instructions. It is forbidden to place the refrigerator in such way that the metal hose of gas stove, metal gas or water pipes, or electrical wires are in contact with the refrigerator back wall (condenser coil).

⚠ To guarantee adequate ventilation, leave a space on both sides and above the appliance. The distance between the rear of the appliance and the wall behind the appliance should be 50mm, to avoid access to hot surfaces. A reduction of this space will increase the Energy consumption of product.

⚠️ If it is necessary to replace the doors, please contact the Technical Assistance Center.

⚠ An 'Approved' single check valve or some other no less effective backflow prevention device providing backflow prevention protection to at least fluid category two shall be fitted at the point of connection(s) between the water supply and the fitting or appliance.

ELECTRICAL WARNINGS

⚠ It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it if plug is accessible, or by a multi-pole switch installed upstream of the socket in accordance with the wiring rules and the appliance must be earthed in conformity with national electrical safety standards.

⚠ Do not use extension leads, multiple sockets or adapters. The electrical components must not be accessible to the user after installation. Do not use the appliance when you are wet or barefoot. Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced with an identical one by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard - risk of electric shock.

⚠ WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

⚠ WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is switched off and disconnected from the power supply before performing any maintenance operation; never use steam cleaning equipment - risk of electric shock.

⚠ Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools.

DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING MATERIALS

The packaging material is 100% recyclable and is marked with the recycle symbol 🌐

The various parts of the packaging must therefore be disposed of responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations governing waste disposal.

ENERGY SAVING TIPS

Install the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated room far away from any heat source (e.g., radiator, cooker, etc.) and in a place not exposed directly to the sun. If required, use an insulating plate.

To guarantee adequate ventilation, follow the installation instructions. Insufficient ventilation at the back of the product increases energy consumption and decreases cooling efficiency.

Frequent door opening might cause an increase in energy consumption. The internal temperature of the appliance and the energy consumption may also be affected by the ambient temperature, as well as the location of the appliance. Temperature setting should take into consideration these factors.

Reduce door opening to a minimum.

When thawing frozen food, place it in the refrigerator. The low temperature of the frozen products cools the food in the refrigerator. Allow warm food and drinks to cool down before placing them in the appliance.

Positioning of the shelves in the refrigerator has no impact on the efficient usage of energy. Food should be placed on the shelves in such a way to ensure proper air circulation (food should not touch each other and distance between food and rear wall should be kept).

You can increase storage capacity of frozen food by removing baskets and, if present, the Stop Frost shelf.

Do not worry about noises coming from the compressor, which are described as normal noises in this product's Quick Guide.

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator

DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

■ Take off the doors.

■ Leave the shelves in place so that children cannot easily climb inside.

WARNING

Suffocation Hazard

Remove doors from your old refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Scrapped or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous—even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help avoid accidents.

Important information to know about disposal of refrigerants:

Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed, EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with established procedures.

PARTS AND FEATURES

Storage Capacity: Please check the rating label in the back of the product.

This feature minimizes moisture migration in the frozen food and reduces the freezer burn occurrence.

Delicates Pantry Drawers

To store things like meat, deli items, and drinks to keep in their ideal cooling environment.

Panoramic LED lighting

Multiple strips of LED lights inside the refrigerator compartment, freezer compartment, and interior drawers minimize shadows and evenly distribute light throughout the refrigerator.

Convertible Space

Switch from freezer to fridge in one touch by selecting among the 6+ preset temperatures and create the space you want according to your evolving needs.

Pure control

Hygiene, with innovative device releasing ozone to reduce odours and prevent the proliferation of bacteria inside the cabinet, improving the air quality for a better environment.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Getting Started

INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

√ Electrical Power

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.

■ Plug refrigerator into a earthed socket.

√ Doors

If doors need to be removed during installation, see the "Remove and Replace Refrigerator Doors" and "Remove and Replace Freezer Door Fronts" sections. ■ Doors seal completely. ■ Refrigerator is level. Adjust leveling feet so they are snug against the floor. ■ Doors are even across the top. (Use door alignment feature if necessary).

Final Checks

■ Remove all shipping material. ■ Set temperature controls to the recommended setting. ■ Save instructions and other literature.

In order to receive more complete assistance, please register your product on www.whirlpool.com.

Unpack the Refrigerator

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Refrigerator Delivery

A minimum door opening of 838 mm (33") is required. If door opening is 914 mm (36") or less, then removal of doors, drawer and hinges is required.

Cart the refrigerator from the side for all door openings.

When Moving Your Refrigerator:

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or "walk" the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.

Remove the Packaging

Remove tape and glue residues from surfaces before turning on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish detergent over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry. Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials.

Clean Before Using

After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean inside of your refrigerator before using it. See cleaning instructions in the "Refrigerator Care" section.

Important information to know about glass shelves and covers:

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid dropping.

Location Requirements

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a 1.25 cm space on each side and at the top. Allow for a 5 cm space behind the refrigerator. If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line connections. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave a 9.5 cm minimum space between the refrigerator and wall to allow the door to swing open.

NOTE: This refrigerator is intended for use in a location where the temperature ranges from a minimum of 10°C to a maximum of 43°C. The preferred room temperature range for optimum performance, which reduces electricity usage and provides superior cooling, is between 15°C and 32°C. It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near a heat source, such as an oven or radiator.

Electrical Requirements

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.

IMPORTANT: Installation and electrical connection must be carried out by a qualified technician according to the manufacturer's instructions and in compliance with the local safety regulations.

■ The refrigerator is designed to operate on a separate 220-240 V, 10 A, 50-60 Hz circuit. ■ Make sure the voltage specified on the rating plate corresponds to that of your home. It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it or by means of a main two pole switch installed upstream of the socket. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection:

Recommended Earthing Method

220-240 V 50 Hz, 220 V 60 Hz, or 230/240 V 50 Hz AC only 10 A fused and earthed electrical supply is required.

Type G

For Australia and New Zealand:

Your new appliance has been especially manufactured to meet all Australian Standards and Conditions.

Some notations in the installation instructions may refer to electrical requirements in other countries, so we draw your particular attention to these specific notes.

Your appliance needs to be plugged into a 230/240 V 50 Hz AC only 10 A earthed socket.

Electrical Requirements (Great Britain and Ireland only)

IMPORTANT: This refrigerator must be earthed.

Fuse Replacement

If the main lead of this refrigerator is fitted with a BS1363A, 13 A fused plug, to replace a fuse in this type plug use an A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows:

1. Remove the fuse cover (A) and fuse (B).
2. Fit replacement 13 A fuse into the fuse cover.
3. Reinsert both the fuse and its cover into the plug.

IMPORTANT: The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse. If fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until a correct replacement cover is fitted. A correct replacement is identified by the colour insert or colour "word" embossed on the base of the plug. Replacement fuse covers are available at your local electrical shop.

A. Fuse cover B. Fuse

For the Republic of Ireland (only):

The information given in respect of Great Britain will frequently apply, but a third type of plug and socket is also used, the 2-pin, side earth type.

Socket/Plug (valid for both countries):

If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket, please contact After-sales Service for further instruction. Please do not attempt to change the plug yourself. This procedure needs to be carried out by a qualified technician in compliance with the manufacturer's instructions and current standard safety regulations.

Temperature

This refrigerator is designed for operation in places where the temperature comes within the following ranges, according to climatic class shown on the rating plate. The refrigerator may not work properly if it is left for a long time at a temperature outside the specified range.

NOTE: It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near a heat source, such as an oven or radiator.

Climatic Class Amb. T. (°C) Amb. T. (°F)
SN From 10 to 32 From 50 to 90
N From 16 to 32 From 61 to 90
ST From 16 to 38 From 61 to 100
T From 16 to 43 From 61 to 110

Remove and Replace Refrigerator Doors

NOTE: Measure the width of your door opening to see whether or not you need to remove refrigerator doors to move refrigerator into your home. If door removal is necessary, see the following instructions.

IMPORTANT: If refrigerator was previously installed and you are moving it out of the home, turn refrigerator control off before you begin removing the doors. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and adjustable door or utility bins from doors.

Gather required tools and read all instructions before removing doors.

TOOLS NEEDED: 6 mm socket wrench, 5 mm socket wrench and #2 Phillips screwdriver.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before removing doors.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

Top Left Hinge Cover

A. Top Hinge Cover screws B. Top Hinge Cover

Top Left Hinge

A. 5 mm socket screws

Middle Left Hinge

A. Hinge

Top Right Hinge Cover

A. Top Hinge Cover screws B. Top Hinge Cover

Top Right Hinge

A. 5 mm socket screws

Middle Right Hinge

A. Hinge

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to lift the refrigerator door.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Remove Refrigerator Doors

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before removing doors.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

Remove Right-Hand Door

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Keep refrigerator doors closed until you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet. NOTE: Provide additional support for refrigerator door while the hinges are being removed. Do not depend on the door gasket magnets to hold the door in place while you are working.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove cover from top hinge.
4. Using 5 mm socket wrench, remove four screws from top hinge and set aside.

A. Top hinge cover screw

B. Top hinge cover

C. 5 mm socket screws

D. Top hinge

1. Lift refrigerator door from the middle hinge pin. The top hinge will come away with the door.

Remove Left-Hand Door

IMPORTANT: The wiring for UI run through left-hand door hinge, so they must be disconnected before removing the door.

1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove cover from top hinge.

A. Top hinge cover screw

B. Top hinge cover

1. Disconnect two wiring plugs located on top of the door hinge.

■ Grasp each side of wiring plugs. With your left thumb, press down to release the catch and pull the sections of the plugs apart.

A. Wiring Plug

B. Ground (earth) connector

1. Using 5 mm socket wrench, remove four internal screws from top hinge and set aside.

A. 5 mm socket screws

B. Top Hinge

NOTE: Provide additional support for refrigerator door while hinges are being removed. Do not depend on the door gasket magnets to hold the door in place while you are working.

1. Lift refrigerator door from bottom hinge pin. The top hinge will come away with door.

NOTE: It may not be necessary to remove bottom hinges and brake feet assemblies to move the refrigerator through a doorway.

■ Only if necessary, use 6 mm socket wrench and #2 Phillips screwdriver to remove middle hinge.

Replace Right-Hand Refrigerator Door

1. Set right-hand door onto middle hinge pin.
2. Insert top hinge pin into open hole in top of refrigerator door.
3. Using four 5 mm socket screws, fasten hinge to cabinet. Do not tighten screws completely.

Replace Left-Hand Refrigerator Door

1. Set left-hand door onto middle hinge pin.
2. Using four 5 mm socket screws, fasten hinge to cabinet. Do not tighten screws completely.
3. Reconnect electrical wiring.

■ Push together two sections of wiring plug. ■ Reconnect earth wire to hinge screw.

Final Steps

1. Completely tighten eight 5 mm socket screws.
2. Replace top hinge covers.

Remove and Replace Freezer/Flexi Freeze Door

1. Keep freezer doors closed until you are ready to lift them free from cabinet.

NOTE: Provide additional support for freezer door while hinges are being removed. Do not depend on door gasket magnets to hold door in place while you are working.

Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver and 6 mm socket wrench to remove middle hinge from cabinet.

A. Middle hinge

Lift freezer door from the bottom hinge pin.

A. Bottom hinge

Final Steps

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.

1. Plug into a grounded (earthed) socket.
2. Return all removable parts and food to the drawers.

Refrigerator Levelling

1. Move refrigerator to its final location.
2. Using hand, rotate the brake feet. Turn them counterclockwise until the rollers are off the floor and both brake feet are snug against the floor. This keeps refrigerator from rolling forward when opening the doors.

A. Brake feet

IMPORTANT: If you need to make further adjustments involving brake feet, you must turn both brake feet same amount to keep the refrigerator level.

1. Use a level to make sure refrigerator is level from side to side and front to back.

Replace and Install the Pure Control

It is recommended to replace the Pure Control every 3 years as the ozone generate degrades over time, reducing its impact on food preservation. At the beginning of life, it generates an average of 0.06 ppm.

To order and replace the Pure Control, please contact us. See the "Accessories" section for information on ordering.

Accessories

To order accessories, contact the dealer from whom you purchased your refrigerator.

Assistance or Service

Before calling for assistance or service, please check the "Troubleshooting" section. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below.

If you need replacement parts

To locate factory-specified replacement parts in your area, contact the dealer from whom you purchased your refrigerator.

Warranty

Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the refrigerator for warranty information.

Keep this book and your sales slip together for future reference. You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in-warranty service.

Write down the following information about your appliance to help you obtain assistance or service if you ever need it. You will need to know your complete model number and serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial number label, located on the inside wall of the fresh food compartment.

Dealer name

Serial number

Address

Phone number

Model number

Purchase date

Refer to whirlpool.eu to contact.

Using the Controls

The touch-activated controls are located on the left-hand refrigerator door. The control panel includes information about various buttons and indicators. The refrigerator and freezer temperature indicator shows the last temperature set point.

1. Sound and Vacation mode Button
2. Freezer Compartment BUTTON & INDICATOR
3. Freezer Mid Freeze Fast Chill INDICATORS
4. Convertible Space BUTTON & INDICATOR
5. Wine, Fridge, Meat & Fish INDICATORS
6. Refrigerator Compartment BUTTON & INDICATOR
7. Lock INDICATOR
8. Lock and Celsius/Fahrenheit BUTTON
9. Fast Cool BUTTON and INDICATOR
10. Door Open INDICATOR

The Control Panel will automatically turn off after one minute of inactivity. To turn on the control panel, press any key.

Viewing and Adjusting Temperature Set Points

Adjusting Fresh Food and Freezer Compartment Temperature:

For your convenience, your refrigerator and freezer controls are preset at the factory.

When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the controls are still set to the recommended set points. The factory recommended set points are 3°C for the refrigerator and -18°C for the freezer.

Pressing Refrigerator or Freezer Temperature button will toggle through temperature set points in Celsius (°C).

IMPORTANT:

Wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil.

NOTE: Adjusting the set points to a colder-than-recommended setting will not cool compartments any faster.

If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked before adjusting the controls. The recommended settings should be correct for normal household use. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.

NOTE: Areas such as a garage, basement, or porch may have higher humidity or extreme temperatures. You may need to adjust the temperature away from the recommended settings to accommodate for these conditions.

Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments. Recheck the temperatures before other adjustments are made.

1. 6th Sense INDICATOR
2. Fahrenheit INDICATOR
3. Celsius INDICATOR
4. Fast Freeze INDICATOR
5. Pure control replacement INDICATOR
6. Pure control BUTTON & INDICATOR
7. Sound Off INDICATOR
8. Vacation Mode INDICATOR
9. Demo Mode INDICATOR

NOTE: To toggle the temperature between degrees Celsius and Fahrenheit, touch and hold "Max Ice" and "Max Cool" buttons for 3 seconds and the temperature display will change.

6th Sense Precision Control

The 6th SENSE Fresh Lock sensor ensures precise and consistent temperature control to preserve fresh food for longer, in the most natural way. Once a temperature variation is detected, the sensor activates a compressor that quickly restores the original temperature.

The 6th SENSE Precision Control sensor minimizes temperature fluctuations in the freezer thanks to an innovative temperature management system. Freezer burns are reduced, preserving the quality and color of food.

* - Day Flexi Freeze Setting

The Convertibility function allows you to toggle the preset temperature for the Convertible Compartment. While toggling, the selected temperature displays in the user interface. Press and hold the convertible zone temperature button for 3 seconds to change between refrigerator and freezer presets.

Symbol Function Temperature
	Traditional Freezer: Food already frozen and fresh food for maximum 1 month	-16°C to -22°C
	Mild Freezer: Food already frozen for maximum 1 month	-12°C
	Soft Freezer: Food already frozen for maximum 1 month	-7°C
	Wine 10°C
	Veggies 4°C
	Meat and Fish 0°C

When adjusting temperature set points, use the following chart as a guide:

CONDITION TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
Refrigerator too cold Refrigerator setting 1° higher
Refrigerator too warm Refrigerator setting 1° lower
Freezer too cold Freezer setting 1° higher
Freezer too warm/ too little ice	Freezer setting 1° lower

Fast Cool

The Fast Cool feature assists with periods of high refrigerator use, full grocery loads, or temporarily warm room temperatures.

■ To turn on the Fast Cool feature, press and hold the Refrigerator Temperature button for 3 seconds. When the feature is activated, the Fast Cool icon will be illuminated. The Fast Cool feature will remain on for 2 hours unless manually turned off. ■ To manually turn off the Fast Cool feature, press and hold the Refrigerator Temperature button for 3 seconds. The Fast Cool icon will turn off when the feature is not activated. ■ Adjusting the refrigerator temperature will automatically turn off the Fast Cool feature.

Fast Freeze

The amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be frozen in 24 hours is indicated on the appliance rating plate.

■ Press the Freezer Temperature button for 3 seconds (until the Fast Freeze Indicator lights up), 30 hours before placing fresh food in the freezer. After placing fresh food in the freezer, 30 hours on Fast Freeze function is generally sufficient; after 50 hours the fast freeze function automatically deactivates. ■ To manually turn off the Fast Freeze feature, press and hold the Freezer Temperature button for 3 seconds. The Fast Freeze icon will turn off. ■ Adjusting the freezer temperature will automatically turn off the Fast Freeze feature.

Vacation Mode

This mode is designed to avoid your appliance from wasting energy during times when it's not in regular use (when you are on vacation for example).

By selecting this function, the temperature of the fresh food compartment will automatically be set to 12°C.

■ To use the Vacation mode, press the mode button until the Holiday mode indicator lights up on the display. ■ To exit the Vacation mode, press the mode button until no mode icon is lit on the display. ■ Adjusting the refrigerator temperature will automatically turn off the Vacation Mode feature.

IMPORTANT: If this mode is selected, all food and drinks must be removed from the fresh food compartment.

Sound ON-OFF

Press and hold the "Filter Reset" and "Pure Control" buttons for 3 seconds to toggle the sound ON-OFF. If you turn on the sound, the "Sound" icon will light up on the display.

Key Lock

■ Press and hold the Lock button for 3 seconds to activate the lock feature. ■ To deactivate the lock, press and hold the Lock button for 3 seconds.

The lock feature will ignore all interaction with the control panel until the user unlocks the control panel. This feature is meant to avoid unintentional changes to settings.

Demo Mode

This mode is used when the refrigerator is on display in a retail shop or if you want to turn the cooling off and deactivate all other functions (except interior lighting).

Demo mode can be used when going on an extended holiday. See the "Holiday and Moving Care" section for proper steps on leaving your refrigerator in this mode for long periods of time.

■ If you turn on Demo mode, the "Demo" icon will light up on the display. ■ Enter or exit Demo mode by pressing and holding the "Measured Fill" and "Water Filter Reset" buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds.

Pure Control

The refrigerator has an ozone generator located in the center of the air tower. The Pure Control can be enabled or disabled.

■ Once the Pure Control button light is on, press the button to turn the Pure Control off. Toggle the button to enable/disable the Pure Control.

The Pure Control expires in 3 years of usage. Once the 3 years life is reached, the Pure Control icon will turn on. After changing the Pure Control, the alarm can be reset.

■ Pressing the Pure Control reset button for 3 seconds will reset the counter and turn off the Pure Control Replace Indicator

Additional Features

Door Ajar Alarm

The Door Ajar Alarm feature sounds an alarm when the refrigerator door(s) or freezer drawer is open for 5 minutes and cooling is turned on. The alarm will repeat every 2 minutes. Close all doors and drawer to turn it off.

NOTE: To mute the audible alarm while keeping the doors open, such as while cleaning the inside of the refrigerator, touch any button on the control panel. The alarm sound will be temporarily turned off, but the Door Ajar icon will still be displayed on the dispenser control panel.

Water Filter Reset and Indicator

Displays the status of the water filter. To reset the filter, press Water filter reset button for 3 seconds. After countdown, the icon will blink 3 times and the filter reset operation is completed.

The Water Filter status lights on the internal controls will let you know when to change your water filter.

■ ORDER FILTER (Yellow): Order a replacement water filter. ■ REPLACE FILTER (RED): Replace the water filter. While you are dispensing water, "Replace Filter" icon will flash constantly from beginning to the end of dispensing. After 14 days without replacing the water filter, the "Replace Filter" icon will blink 7 times and an alert tone will sound 3 times at the end of dispensing. See the "Water Filtration System" section.

NOTE: REPLACE FILTER will remain illuminated if a filter reset is not done.

Lighting the Refrigerator

The refrigerator has an interior light that comes on any time door is opened.

NOTE: The light is LED which does not need to be replaced. If the LED does not illuminate when the door is opened, call service.

REFRIGERATOR USE

Opening and Closing Doors

There are two fresh food compartment doors. The doors can be opened and closed either separately or together. There is a vertically hinged seal on the left refrigerator door.

■ When the left-side door is opened, the hinged seal automatically folds inward so that it is out of the way. ■ When both doors are closed, the hinged seal automatically forms a seal between the two doors.

NOTE: When closing the door, the hinged seal should be in the correct position (bent inside). Otherwise, it will hit the right door or the fixing shaft.

A. Hinged seal

Shelf Height Adjustment

Shelf height can be adjusted by changing its location from the bottom support to the upper support and vice versa.

The fresh food compartment door switch is located in the top left and right hinge covers.

■ For the Freezer and Multi Temperature Zone, the door switch is located in the bottom mullion. ■ The door switch uses a magnet to sense door opening/closing. ■ Ensure there are no magnets or electronic devices (Speaker, Coolvox®, etc.) within 7.62 cm of the hinge cap.

NOTE: The light will not turn on if door opening is not detected.

A. Hinge cover

SHELVES, BINS, AND DRAWERS

Shelves and Shelf Frames

The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs.

Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and adjusting the shelves to different heights of items will make finding the exact item you want easier. It will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open and save energy.

Shelf Height Adjustment

Shelf height can be adjusted by changing the adjustable shelf mounts between their vertical and horizontal positions.

1. Carefully lift the shelf off the shelf mounts and turn the lipper to the desired orientation.
2. Repeat for remaining shelf mounts.
3. Apply pressure to the top of the shelf to ensure the shelf is properly seated on the shelf mounts.

NOTES:

■You will need to remove middle shelf first before removing top shelf.

1. Remove the bottom shelf by lifting it up and out of the shelf supports. Then pull the shelf forward and tilt up to a vertical position. Turn the shelf at an angle and pull out of the refrigerator.
2. Replace the bottom shelf by putting the shelf in the refrigerator at an angle with the shelf up. Lift the front of the shelf down and in until rear shelf drops into the shelf supports. Lower the front of the shelf and make sure that the shelf is in position.

Crisper Drawers

To remove and replace the drawers:

1. Grasp the handle at the bottom of the drawer and slide the drawer straight out to the stop. Lift the drawer off the bottom guide.
2. Replace the drawer by placing it on the bottom drawer guide and pushing it past the drawer stop into position.

Refrigerator Door Bins

The bins on your refrigerator door are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. The bins make it easy to customize door storage to hold gallon containers.

Door Bin Divider (on some models)

This divider fits in the door bin to divide the bin and elevate smaller items at the back of the bin.

Freezer Storage Compartments

Easy Access Tray

The Easy Access tray is useful for easily accessing frequently used products, freezing, or simply storing leftovers or small items.

Freezer Drawers

Fast Freeze Compartment

Use these drawers to freeze a larger amount of fresh or cooked food (in the best or fastest way). The Fast Freeze option allows you to store all your frozen food safely and transparently.

NOTE: The freezer temperature might be cooled down to be the same as the Flexible Freezer Compartment temperature when the Freezer is set warmer than the Flexible Freezer compartment.

Convertible Space

Use these drawers to freeze a larger amount of fresh or cooked food (in the best or fastest way). Use Convertible Space to store all kinds of food in the ideal preservation environment. Adjusting the settings, it can be used to store wine (10°C), fruits and vegetables (4°C), meat and fish (0°C), weekly meals (-7°C), ice cream and desserts (-12°C), and hard-frozen food (-16°C or less).

Refrigerator Door Bins

The bins on your refrigerator door are removable to meet your individual storage needs.

For maximum freezer capacity, you may remove the freezer drawer to expose the freezer shelf.

To remove the upper drawer:

1. Grasp the handle of the drawer and slide the drawer straight out to the stop. Lift the drawer off the bottom guide.
2. Replace/put the drawer stop back into position.

REFRIGERATOR CARE

Cleaning

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

All of the Refrigerator, Freezer, and Convertible Space sections defrost automatically. However, clean all the sections about once a month to avoid build-up of odors. Wipe up spills immediately.

Exterior Cleaning

Fingerprint-Resistant Stainless

IMPORTANT:

■ Avoid exposing stainless steel appliances to caustic or corrosive elements such as high-salt, high-moisture, or high-humidity environments. Damage due to exposure to these elements is not covered under the warranty.

DO USE DO NOT USE
√ Soft, clean cloth	✕ Abrasive cloths✕ Paper towels or newsprint✕ Steel-wool pads
√ Warm, soapy water with a mild detergent	✕ Abrasive powders or liquids✕ Window sprays✕ Ammonia✕ Acidic or vinegar-based cleaners✕ Oven cleaners✕ Flammable fluids

NOTES:

If unintentional contact does occur, clean the plastic part with a sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. ■ Just because a cleaner is a liquid does not mean it is non-abrasive. Many liquid cleansers formulated to be gentle on tile and smooth surfaces still damage stainless steel. ■ Citric acid permanently discolors stainless steel. ■ To avoid damaging the finish of your stainless steel refrigerator:

Do not allow these substances to remain on the finish:

✗ Mustard, citrus-based sauces, tomato juice, citrus-based products, marinara sauce

Interior Cleaning

IMPORTANT: Refrigerator shelves with under-shelf LED lighting are not dishwasher safe.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.

NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners, or gaskets.

1. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Condenser

This refrigerator has skin condenser on both sides of refrigerator. It is normal to feel warm on the sides.

Lights

The lights in both the fresh food and freezer compartments are LEDs which do not need to be replaced. If the lights do not illuminate when the door is opened, contact the dealer from whom you purchased your refrigerator.

Holiday and Moving Care

Holidays

If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator On While You're Away:

1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.
2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker and is connected to the household water supply, turn off the water supply to the refrigerator. Property damage can occur if the water supply is not turned off.
3. If you have an automatic ice maker, turn off the ice maker.

Press the switch to Off (O) for the door ice maker.

1. Empty the ice bin.

If You Choose to Turn Off the Refrigerator Before You Leave:

NOTE: Put refrigerator in Demo Mode while on Holiday. See the "Using the Controls" section.

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

Turn off water supply to the ice maker at least 1 day ahead of time. When last load of ice drops, press the switch to Off (O) for display to be unlit on the top inside of the refrigerator, depending on your model.

1. Empty ice bin.
2. Turn off temperature controls. See the "Using the Controls" section.
3. Clean refrigerator, wipe it and dry well.
4. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odours and mould from building up.

Moving

When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move.

1. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

■ Turn off water supply to the ice maker at least 1 day ahead of time. ■ Disconnect water line from the back of the refrigerator. ■ When last load of ice drops, press the switch to Off (O) either on the ice maker or the control, depending on your model.

1. Remove all food from refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice.
2. Empty ice bin.
3. Unplug refrigerator.
4. Clean, wipe and dry thoroughly.
5. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well and tape them together so they don't shift and rattle during the move.
6. Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls more easily or raise the levelling screws so they do not scrape the floor. See the "Adjust the Doors" or "Refrigerator Levelling and Door Closing" sections.
7. Tape doors closed and tape the power cable to the back of the refrigerator.

When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the "Installation Instructions" section for preparation instructions.

Also, if your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, remember to reconnect the water supply to the refrigerator.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid a service call.

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.

If you experience Possible	Causes Solution
Refrigerator Operation
The refrigerator will not operate.	Check electrical supply. Plug the power	cable into an earthed socket.
		Do not use an extension cable.
		Make sure there is power to the socket. Plug in a lamp to see if the socket is working.
		Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Replace any blown fuses.NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.
	Check controls. Make sure the controls	are turned on. See the “Using the Controls” section.
	New installation. Allow 24 hours following	ing installation for refrigerator to cool completely.NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to the coldest setting will not cool either compartment more quickly.
	Refrigerator control is in Demo mode (on some models).	If refrigerator is in Demo mode, cooling is turned off and “Demo” will be illuminated on the control panel. See the “Using the Controls” section for more information.
The motor seems to run too much.	High-efficiency compressor and fans. Larger, more efficient refrigerators run longer at lower, more energy efficient speeds.
	The room or outdoor temperature is hot.	It is normal for refrigerator to work longer under these conditions. For optimum performance, place refrigerator in an indoor, temperature-controlled environment. See the “Location Requirements” section.
	A large amount of warm food has been recently added.	Warm food will cause refrigerator to run longer until the air cools to the desired temperature.
	The door(s) are opened too frequently or for too long.	Warm air entering refrigerator causes it to run more. Open the door less often.
	The refrigerator door or freezer drawer is open.	Make sure refrigerator is level. See the “Refrigerator Levelling and Door Closing” section. Keep food and containers from blocking the door.
	The refrigerator control is set too cold. Adjust refrigerator control to a less-cold setting until the refrigerator temperature is as desired.
	The door or drawer gasket is dirty, worn, or cracked.	Clean or change the gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid a service call.

If you experience Possible Causes Solution
The lights do not work. Your refrigerator is equipped with LED lighting which does not need to be replaced.		If there is power to the refrigerator and the lights do not illuminate when a door or drawer is opened, call for service or assistance.
The Temperature Control UI does not turn on.		Ensure there are no magnets or electronic devices within 7.6 cm (3") of the hinge cover.
The Temperature Control UI went to sleep.		Press any button on the UI to wake up the The Temperature Control UI.
Unable to adjust setting on The Temperature Control UI.		Close the door.
Unusual Noise
To listen to normal refrigerator sounds, go to the Product Help/FAQ section of the brand website and search for “normal sounds.” Below are listed some normal sounds with explanations.
The refrigerator seems noisy. The compressor in your new refrigerator regulates temperature more efficiently while using less energy and operates quietly.		Due to this reduction in operating noise, you may notice unfamiliar noises that are normal.
Sound of the compressor running longer than expected.		Larger, more-efficient refrigerators run longer at lower, more energy efficient speeds.
Pulsating/Whirring Fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance during normal compressor operation.		This is normal.
Popping Contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially during initial cool down.		This is normal.
Hissing/Dripping Flow of refrigerant or flow of oil in the compressor.		This is normal.
Vibration The refrigerator may not be steady. Adjust the levelling screws and lower the levelling foot firmly against the floor. See the “Refrigerator Levelling and Door Closing” section.
Sizzling Water dripping on the heater during Defrost cycle.		This is normal.
Water running/Gurgling May be heard when ice melts during the Defrost cycle and water runs into the drain pan.		This is normal.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid a service call.

If you experience Possible Causes Solution
Temperature and Moisture
Temperature is too warm. The refrigerator has just been installed.	Refrigerator has just been installed.	Allow 24 hours following installation for refrigerator to cool completely.
	The controls are not set correctly for the surrounding conditions.	Adjust the controls a setting colder. Check the temperature in 24 hours. See the "Using the Controls" section.
	The door(s) are opened often or not closed completely. Allows warm air to enter refrigerator.	Minimize door openings and keep doors fully closed.
	A large load of food was recently added.	Allow several hours for refrigerator to return to normal temperature.
	Demo mode is on. Turn off the	Demo mode. See the "Using the Control" section.
	Holiday mode is on. Turn off the	the Holiday mode. See the "Using the Control" section.
Temperature is too cold in the refrigerator/crisper.	The refrigerator air vent(s) are blocked.	If the air vent located in the middle rear of the fresh food compartment is blocked by items placed directly in front of it, the refrigerator will get too cold. Move items away from the air vent.
	The controls are not set correctly for the surrounding conditions.	Adjust the controls a setting warmer. Check the temperature in 24 hours. See the "Using the Controls" section.
Temperature is too cold in the temperature controlled drawer.	The control is not set correctly for the items stored in drawer.	Adjust the temperature setting. See the "Using the Controls" in the "Refrigerator Use" section.
There is interior moisture build-up.NOTE: Some moisture build-up is normal.	The room is humid. A humid environment contributes to moisture build-up.
	The door(s) are opened often or not closed completely. Allows humid air to enter the refrigerator.	Minimize door openings and close doors completely.
	The door(s) are blocked open.	Move food packages away from door.
	A bin or shelf is in the way. Push bin or shelf back into the correct position.
	Storing liquid in open containers.	This adds humidity to refrigerator interior. Keep all containers tightly covered.
There is frost/ice build-up in the freezer compartment.	The door is opened often or left open.	Minimize door openings and close drawer completely after use.
	The door has poor door seal.	Ensure door seals are making full contact with the refrigerator cabinet to allow for an adequate seal.
	Temperature controls are not set correctly.	See the "Using the Controls" section for recommended temperature settings.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid a service call.

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

To view an animation showing how to adjust and align the doors, refer to the Product Help/FAQ section of the brand website and search for “Door Closing and Door Alignment.”

If you experience Possible	Causes Solution
Doors
The doors will not close completely.	The door is blocked open. Move food	packages away from door.
	A bin or shelf is in the way. Push bin	or shelf back into the correct position.
	Recently installed Remove all packaging materials.
The doors are difficult to open.	The door gaskets are dirty or sticky.	Clean gaskets and contact surfaces with mild soap and warm water. Rinse and dry with soft cloth.
The doors appear to be uneven.	The doors need to be aligned or the refrigerator needs to be levelled.	If you need to align door please call for service.
The refrigerator is unsteady or it rolls forward when opening and closing doors.	The refrigerator brake feet are not snug against the floor.	Turn both brake feet (one on each side) counterclockwise, the same amount, until they are snug against the floor. See the “Refrigerator Levelling and Door Closing” section.

Whirlpool

FRIGORIFERO ALL'AMERICANA

CON CONGELATORE IN BASSO

GUIDA ALL'USO E ALLA MANUTENZIONE

Sommario

SICUREZZA DEL FRIGORIFERO....30

A. Cerniera

A. Hex wrench 5 mm

Right middle hinge

A. Hinge

WARNING

A. Middle hinge

A. Braked feet

A. Hinge cover

NOTES:

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS....63

To begin....63

PARTS AND FEATURES

A. Hinge

WARNING

A. Hinge cover

REMARKS:

A. Hinge

A. Hinge

WARNING

A. Middle hinge

A. Lower hinge

WARNING

A. Support legs

A. Hinge cover

NOTES:

ELEMENTS AND FUNCTIONS

A. Hinge

A. Hinge

WARNING

D. Middle hinge

D. Lower hinge

WARNING

D. Locking feet

A. Hinge cover

NOTES:

Freezer compartments

Pure Control

A. Hinge

A. Hinge

WARNING

A. Middle hinge

Pure Control

A. Hinge cover

NOTES:

TROUBLESHOOTING....183

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

WARNINGS REGARDING ELECTRICITY

PARTS AND FEATURES

WHAT'S BEHIND THE DOORS?

Freeze Shield (Frost Protection)

A. Cover cap B. Fuse

Hinge left center

A. Hinge

Hinge cover upper right

A. Hinge

⚠ WARNING

Dangerous weight

A. Screw cover cap top hinge

A. Bottom hinge

Final steps

⚠ WARNING

A. Remvoet

A. Hinge seal

A. Hinge cover

NOTES:

Door compartments in the refrigerator

WARNING

A. 5 mm plinth screws

A. Hinge

WARNING

Danger of heavy weight

A. Middle hinge

A. Lower hinge

Final steps

WARNING

A. Brake feet

Sound On/Off (Ljud På/Av)

=○ Key Lock (Knapplås)

A. Ledad tätning

A. Gångjärnskåpa

Justera hyllhöjder

ANMÄRKNINGAR:

Dörrfack

Frysavdelningar

Enkel åtkomstbricka

HYLDER, DØRHYLDER OG SKUFFER ....231

Fryseafdelingens opbevaringsrum 232

Rengøring....233

Lamper....233

OVERSIGT

Opbevaringskapacitet:

A. Fuse cover B. Fuse

A. Hinge

WARNING

Very heavy - danger

A. Lower hinge

Final step

WARNING

A. Brake foot

A. Hinge cover

NOTE:

Freezer compartment storage space

Easy access tray

SHELVES, BINS AND DRAWERS....257

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

PARTS AND FUNCTIONS

Storage capacity: Check the type label on the back of the product.

WHAT'S NEW BEHIND THE DOORS?

Freeze Shield

A. Fuse cover B. Fuse

For Ireland (only):

A. Hinge

A. Upper hinge cover screws B. Upper hinge cover

A. 5 mm base screws

A. Hinge

WARNING

Risk of high weight

A. Screw on upper hinge cover B. Upper hinge cover

C. 5 mm hex screws D. Upper hinge

1. Lift the refrigerator door off the middle hinge pin. The upper hinge will come off with the door.

Remove the left door

A. Center hinge

B. Lower hinge

Final steps

WARNING

A. Brake feet

A. Hinged seal

A. Hinge cover

SHELVES, BOXES AND DRAWERS

NOTES:

! WARNING

A. Center hinge

A. Lower hinge

Final steps

! WARNING

A. Brake feet

NOTES:

To remove and replace the drawers:

Remove doors from your old refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

A. Hinge

A. Hinge

WARNING

A. Middle hinge

A. Lower hinge

WARNING

A. Leveling legs

A. Hinge cover

NOTES:

DOORS, HANDLES AND DRAWERS....336

A. Fuse cover B. Fuse

For the Republic of Ireland (only for that market):

Information given for Great Britain will often apply, but a third type of plug and socket is also used, a 2-pin type with side earthing.

Socket/plug (applies to both countries):

If the supplied plug is not suitable for your socket, contact the after-sales service for additional instructions. Do not attempt to replace the plug yourself. This procedure should be carried out by a qualified technician in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and current standard safety regulations.

Temperature

A. Hinge

A. Top hinge cover screws B. Top hinge cover

Top right hinge

A. 5 mm socket screws

Middle right hinge

A. Hinge

WARNING

A. Top hinge cover screw

C. 5 mm socket screws

B. Top hinge cover

D. Upper hinge

1. Lift the refrigerator door off the middle hinge pin. The upper hinge will come off with the door.

A. Middle hinge

A. Lower hinge

Final steps

WARNING

A. Leveling feet

1. Sound and Vacation mode button
2. Freezer Compartment button and indicator
3. Freezer Mild Freeze Fast Chill indicators
4. Convertible Space button and indicator
5. Wine, Veggies, Meat & Fish indicators
6. Refrigerator Compartment button and indicator
7. Lock indicator
8. Lock and Celsius/Fahrenheit button
9. GUMB and INDIKATOR Fast Cool (Fast Cool button and indicator)
10. INDIKATOR Door Open (Door Open indicator)
11. INDIKATOR 6th Sense (6th Sense function indicator)
12. INDIKATOR Fahrenheit degrees (Fahrenheit degrees indicator)
13. INDIKATOR Celsius degrees (Celsius degrees indicator)
14. INDIKATOR Fast Freeze (Fast Freeze indicator)
15. INDIKATOR replacement of Pure control feature (Pure Control feature replacement indicator)
16. GUMB and INDIKATOR Pure Control (Pure Control system button and indicator)
17. INDIKATOR Sound Off (Sound Off indicator)
18. INDIKATOR Vacation Mode (Vacation Mode indicator)
19. INDIKATOR Demo Mode (Demo Mode indicator)

A. Hinge gasket

The fresh food compartment switch is located in the upper left and right hinge covers.

On the freezer and in the multi-temperature zone, the door switch is located in the lower partition crossbar. The door switch uses a magnet to detect door opening/closing. Make sure there are no magnets or electronic devices (speaker, Coolvox®, etc.) within 7.62 cm of the hinge cap.

A. Hinge cover

Adjusting the shelf height

SHELVES, CONTAINERS, AND DRAWERS

Shelves and shelf frames

The shelves in your refrigerator can be adjusted to meet your individual food storage needs.

Storing similar food items in your refrigerator and adjusting the shelves to accommodate various heights of food items will make it easier for you to find the exact item you are looking for. This will also reduce the time the refrigerator door is open and save energy.

Adjusting the shelf height

NOTES:

You will need to remove the middle shelf first before removing the top shelf.

1. Remove the bottom shelf by lifting it upward out of the shelf supports. Then pull the shelf upward and tilt it down into a vertical position. Rotate the shelf at an angle and pull it out of the refrigerator.
2. Replace the bottom shelf by placing the shelf into the refrigerator at an angle with the shelf facing upward. Lift the front of the shelf downward and inward until the rear shelf lowers into the shelf supports. Lower the front of the shelf and check that the shelf is in place.

Storage compartments in the freezer

Easy-access tray

The easy-access tray is useful for easy access to frequently used items, for freezing, or simply for storing leftovers of small items.

Freezer drawers

To maximize the freezer's capacity, you can remove the freezer drawer to expose the freezer shelf.

Removing the top drawer:

1. Firmly grip the drawer handle and pull it so that the drawer slides straight out of the stops. Lift the drawer off the lower guide.
2. Replacing/returning the drawer stop back to its place.

REFRIGERATOR MAINTENANCE

Cleaning

WARNING

INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

A. Hinge

A. Hinge

!WARNING

Risk of excessive weight of the appliance

A. Middle hinge

A. Bottom hinge

Final steps

!WARNING

A. Door gasket with hinge

A. Hinge cover

Adjusting shelf height

NOTES:

Storage compartments in the freezer

First try the solutions suggested here to possibly avoid a service call.

WARNING

PARTS AND FUNCTIONS

A. Fuse cover B. Fuse

For indoor use only

A. Hinge

Upper right hinge cover A

A. Hinge

WARNING!

A. Middle hinge

A. Lower hinge

Final steps

WARNING!

Risk of electric shock

A. Brake foot

1. Sound and rest mode BUTTON
2. BUTTON AND INDICATOR "Freezer Compartment"
3. INDICATORS "Freezer", "Freeze", "Fast Chill"
4. CONVERTIBLE COMPARTMENT BUTTON AND INDICATOR
5. INDICATORS "Wine", "Meat & Fish"
6. BUTTON AND INDICATOR "Refrigerator Compartment"
7. INDICATOR "Lock"
8. BUTTON "Lock and Celsius/Fahrenheit"
9. BUTTON AND INDICATOR "Fast Cool"
10. INDICATOR "Door Open"
11. INDICATOR "6th Sense"
12. FAHRENHEIT INDICATOR
13. CELSIUS INDICATOR
14. FAST FREEZE INDICATOR
15. Pure Control replacement indicator
16. Pure Control button and indicator
17. Sound Off indicator
18. Vacation Mode indicator
19. Demo Mode indicator

A. Hinge cover

NOTES.

Refrigerator door bins

A. Hinge

⚠️ WARNING

A. Middle hinge

A. Lower hinge

Final steps

⚠️ WARNING

A. Articulated gasket

A. Hinge cover

NOTES:

A. Hinge

A. Hinge

WARNING

A. Middle hinge

A. Lower hinge

Final steps

WARNING

Risk of electric shock

A. Brake foot

A. Articulated seal

A. Hinge cover

NOTES:

A. Enge

A. Hinge

WARNING

A. Upper hinge cover screw

A. Middle hinge

A. Lower hinge

Last operations

WARNING

A. Hinge gasket

A. Hinge cover

NOTES:

Refrigerator door compartments

PARTS AND FEATURES

A. Fuse cover B. Fuse

A. Hinge

A. 5 mm screws

A. Hinge

WARNING

Danger due to excessive weight

A. Middle hinge

A. Bottom hinge

A. Braking foot

A. Flexible seal

A. Hinge cover

NOTES.

Freezer compartments

A. Door

A. 5 mm screws

Right middle hinge

A. Door

WARNING

A. Center hinge

A. Bottom hinge

Final steps

WARNING

A. Brake feet

A. Hanging seal

A. Hinge cover

NOTES:

PARTS AND FEATURES

A. Fuse cover B. Fuse

A. 5 mm Allen screws

A. Hinge

WARNING

A. Bottom hinge

WARNING

A. Feet with brake

NOTES:

Storage capacity:

A. Middle hinge

A. Brake foot

NOTES:

Freezer compartments

A. Fuse cover B. Fuse

Ireland (only):

A. Top hinge cover screw B. Top hinge cover

A. Top hinge cover screw B. Top hinge cover

1. Disconnect the power to the wire plug above the door hinge.

A. Middle hinge

■ Lift the refrigerator door from the lower hinge pin.

A. Lower hinge

Final Steps

Warning

Risk of Electric Shock

Plug into a grounded outlet.

Do not remove the grounding prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

A. Brake Foot

1. Sound and Vacation Mode Buttons
2. Freezer Compartment Button & Indicator Light
3. Fast Freeze, Mild Freeze, Fast Chill Indicator Lights
4. Convertible Space Button & Indicator Light
5. Wine, Veggies, Meat & Fish Indicator Lights
6. Refrigerator Compartment Button & Indicator Light
7. Lock Indicator Light
8. Lock and Celsius/Fahrenheit button
9. Fast Cool button and indicator light
10. Door Open indicator light

A. Hinge seal

Adjusting shelf height

A. Hinge cover

Shelves, storage bins, and drawers

Shelves and frames

Adjustable refrigerator shelves to meet your individual storage needs.

Note:

Refrigerator door storage bins

Freezer storage compartment

Quick access bin

Capacity:

A. Middle hinge

A. Lower loop

Final steps

WARNING

A. Hinge cover

NOTES.

8. Support by shipping loop allows the ability to vary the label by shipping loop on the third layer

Door seal

Notes:

A. Suspended insulation

A. Hinge cover

16. (Pure Control Indicator)

2. (Freezer Compartment)

(Freezer Mid Freeze Fast Chill)

A. B.

Storage capacity: