Whirlpool ETL8VK manual

NO-FROST REFRIGERATOR- FREEZER Model ETl8XK & Model ETl8VK .rs, Freezers, Refrlgeralor-Freezers. Ice Makers. Chshwashers, Bu~ll-In Ovens. and Surface Units, Ranges. MIcrawave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Aor Condltloners, Oehumldlf[...]

Please read this Use and Care Guide before you do anything else.. . This booklet tells you how to start your refrig- erator, clean it, move shelves and adjust con- trols. It even tells you what new sounds to expect from your refrigerator. Treat your new refrigerator with care. Use it only to do what home refrigerators are de- signed to do. Parts an[...]

Contents Page Page SAFETY FIRST 3 Ice Cube Trays 7 BEFORE YOU PLUG IT IN. 3 Optional Automatic Ice Maker 7 Install Properly 4 Sounds You May Hear. 7 Remove Sales Labels 4 Energy Saving Tips 8 Level Refrigerator-Freezer 4 CLEANING YOUR REFRIGERATOR 8 Clean It 4 Cleaning Chart 9 Plug It In 4 FOOD STORAGE GUIDE. 10 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR. 5 Storing F[...]

Install properly.. . Level refrigerator-freezer.. . Use Screwdriver to Adjust Leveling screw 1 Allow 3 Inches (7.5 cm] between overhead cabi- nets and refrigerator top 2 Allow at least an inch (2.5 cm] between the refrigerator condenser on the back and the wall. 3. Allow K inch (1.25 cm] on each side of the refrigerator for ease of Installation. 4 [...]

n Using your refrigerator Refrigerator Control / Power Saving Control Setting the controls.. . Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are In the refrigerator. When the refrrgerator IS plugged In for the first time 1 Set the REFRIGERA- TOR CONTROL to 3. 2 Set the FREEZER CONTROL to B. Changing the control settings.. . If you need to adjust temper[...]

Changing the light bulb... WARNING: Before removing the light bulb, either unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the electricity leading to the re- frigerator at the main power supply. Shock and injury could occur. Adjusting the refrigerator shelves... Shelves can be adjusted to match the way you use your refrigerator. If your model hos gloss shelv[...]

Removing and adjusting the freezer shelf... To remove shelf: 1. Lift front slightly 2. Loft bock off supports. 3 Replace in reverse order. To adjust shelf: 1 Remove shelf 2. Remove supports by sliding upwards 3. Replace supports on desired level. 4. Replace shelf. Ice cube trays... If cubes are not used, they may shrink. The moving cold air starts [...]

Energy saving tips... You can help your refrigerator use less electrrcrty l Check door gaskets for a tight seal Level the cabi- net to be sure of a good seul l Clean the condenser co11 regularly. l Open the door as few times as possible. Think about what you need before you open the door. Get everythrng out at one time Keep foods organized so you w[...]

Cleaning chart... How to clean , ,, .,c lire- .s-_,r ,.z1”c~-.ll-ra2”~.l_.~-~r l Wash removable parts wrth warm water and a mild detergent l Rinse and dry l Wash with warm water and a mild de- tergent Do not use abrasive or harsh cleansers. l Rinse and dry l Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year with appliance wax or a good auto past[...]

Food storage guide STORING FRESH FOOD There IS a right way to package and store refrlg- erated or frozen foods To keep foods fresher, longer, take the time to study these recommended steps Leafy Vegetables Remove store tirapplng and trim or tear off bruised CI~X discolored areas Wash IV cold water ar,d drain Place In plastic bag or plastic containe[...]

FREEZING & STORING FROZEN FOODS .,i, _/ ., . . _ The freezer section is designed for storage of com- mercially frozen foods and for freezrng foods at home Packaging -The secret of successful freezing is in the packaging. The wrap you use must be air, moisture and vapor proof The way you close and seal the package must not allow air, moisture or[...]

Freezing Vegetables - Freeze only fresh hrgh- quality vegetables picked when barely mature. For best results, freeze no more than 2 to 3 hours after prckrng. Wash in cold water, sort and cut into appropriate srzes Blanch or scald Pack In recom- mended container and freeze Do not freeze lettuce, celery, carrot sticks. pota- toes or fresh tomatoes Al[...]

IMPORTANT: Do not expect your freezer to quick-freeze any large quantity of food. Put no more un- frozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours. (No more than 2 to 3 pounds of fresh meat or 3 to 4 pounds of vegetables per cubic foot of freezer space.] leave enough space for air to circulate around packages. Be careful to leave enoug[...]

Vacation Short vacations. . . No need to shut off the refrigerator if you will be away for less than four weeks. Use up perishables: freeze other items. If your refrigerator IS equipped with an automatic ice maker, 1) turn it off; 2) shut off the water supply to the ice maker; 3) empty the ice bin. Long vacations. . . Remove all the food if you are[...]

If you need service or assistance, we suggest you follow these four steps: 1. Before calling for assistance... Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself without tools of any krnd If your refrigerator will not operate: l Is the power supply cord plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage? [See page 4[...]

Making your world a little easier Part No. 1104893 Rev. A 01986 Whirlpool Corporation Printed in U.S.A. Jbsa&&,wxe1 .zi$~-~3%.3, :I, *:I I .r%- f ‘, . ,, : ; ,- 1 ? Makers. Dishwashers. Bwll-In Ovens. and Surface Units. Ranges. Mlcrowave Ovens, Trash Compactors, Room Air Condltmners. Oehumldlllers, Automatx Washers, Clothes Oryt[...]