Whirlpool RT16DKXDN03 manuel d'utilisation

Home Appliances UseAndCare Table Of Contents (complete) .................. .2 A Note To You ............... .2 Refrigerator Safety ........ 3 Parts And Features.. ..... .4 Before Using Your Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Using Your Refrigerator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Attaching the optional ice maker to a water supply . . . [...]

Table Of Contents A Note To You.. ......................................... 2 Refrigerator Safety ................................... 3 Parts And Features .................................. 4 Before Using Your Refrigerator .............. 6 Cleaning your refrigerator .................... 6 Installing it properly ............................... 6 Plu[...]

Refrigerator Safety Your safety is important to us. This guide contains statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the warning symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire, electrical shock, or other injuries. IMPORTANT SAFE[...]

Parts And Features Below are illustrations of your appliance with the parts and features called out. To help you find information on specific parts or features faster, page references are included. NOTE: The model you purchased may have all or some of the parts and features shown and they may not match the illustrations exactly. This manual covers [...]

STYLE 2 freezer bottom STYLE 3 Ice cube trays c Easy-clean freezer bottom I Control panel (P. 9) Q Model and serial number label - (on side wall) I Meat drawer _I (P. 13) I Slide-out wire shelves (P. 12) d Freezer shelf (P- 15) Snap-on 7 door trim (P. 11) Utility - compartment > Drop-in door trim (P. 11) . Crisper cover (P. 14) -cc Base grille[...]

Before Using Your Refrigerator It is important to prepare your refrigerator for use. This section tells you how to clean it, install it, connect it to a power source, and level it. Cleaning your refrigerator Removing packaging materials NOTE: Do not remove any permanent Remove tape and any inside labels (except instruction labels inside your refrig[...]

Plugging it in Fire Hazard Do not use an extension cord. Doing so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Recommended Grounding Method A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused and properly grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. Use a receptacle whic[...]

Leveling it Burn Hazard Do not touch refrigeration tubes near defrost pan. Doing so can result in burns. Your refrigerator has 2 front leveling screws -one on the right and one on the left. To adjust one or both of these, follow the directions below. 1. Remove base grille. (See page 19.) 2. To raise front, turn screw clockwise. 3. To lower front, t[...]

Using Your Refrigerator To obtain the best possible results from your refrigerator, it is important that you operate it properly. This section tells you how to set the controls, remove and adjust some of the features in your refrigerator, and how to save energy. Setting the controls Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are in the refrigerator.[...]

Changing the control settings If you need to adjust temperatures in the l Adjust the Refrigerator Control first. refrigerator or freezer, use the settings listed l Wait at least 24 hours between in the chart below as a guide. If you have adjustments. questions, call us at l-800-447-6737. l Then adjust the Freezer Control if needed. CONDITION: Refri[...]

Removing the drop-in door trim pieces To remove the trim piece: 1. Remove all items from the shelf. 2. Pull straight up on the trim piece at each end. TO replace the trim piece: 1. Locate each end of the trim piece above the trim pocket opening. 2. Push the trim piece straight down until it stops. __==: 3. Replace items on the shelf. - Removing the[...]

Adjusting the refrigerator shelves Adjust the shelves to match the way you use your refrigerator. NOTE: Glass shelves are strong enough to hold bottles, milk, and other heavy food items. Slide-out wire shelves To remove the shelves: 1. Remove all items from the shelf. 2. Slide shelf straight out to the stop. 3. Lift the front slightly. 4. Slide she[...]

Removing the meat drawer and cover Remove the meat drawer and cover for easier cleaning. Style 1 To remove the meat drawer: 1. Slide meat drawer out to the stop. 2. Lift the front of the meat drawer. 3. Slide meat drawer out the rest of the way. 4. Replace in reverse order. To remove the cover: 1. Remove meat drawer. 2. Push cover back to release t[...]

Removing the crispers and crisper cover To remove the crispers: 1. Slide crisper straight out to the stop. 2. Lift the front. 3. Slide out the rest of the way. 4. Replace in reverse order. To remove the cover: 1. Push up the cover insert from the bottom, then slide out with both hands. 2. Lift front of cover frame. 3. Lift cover frame up and out. T[...]

Adjusting the freezer shelf (on some models) Adjust the freezer shelf to match the way you use your freezer. To remove the shelf: 1. Lift entire shelf slightly. 2. Move shelf all the way to one side. 3. Tilt other side up and out of shelf support cups. 4. Pull shelf up and out. To replace the shelf: 1. Tilt the shelf and insert into freezer compart[...]

Using the optional automatic ice maker If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, or if you plan to add one later, here are a few things you will want to know. l The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm. DOWN to make ice automatically UP to shut off ice maker IMPORTANT: Do not turn the ice maker ON until it is connected to a water supply. l If y[...]

Attaching the optional ice maker to a water supply Read all directions carefully before you begin Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug the refrigerator before installing Ice maker. Failure to do so can result In death or electrical shock. IMPORTANT: l Use copper tubing only and check for leaks. l Install ice maker tubing in areas where temperatures are a[...]

Connecting to water line 1. Find a M-inch to 1 %-inch vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator. NOTE: Horizontal pipe will work, but the following precaution must be taken: Drill on the top side of the pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill. This also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve. 2. Measure [...]

Connecting to refrigerator 1. Disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the product and insert copper tubing through the clamp as shown at the right. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. Reattach the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet. Move[...]

To replace the base grille: 1. Line up the edges of the grille with the outside edges of the cabinet. 2. Roll the grille toward you. 3. Place the lower clips in the openings in the metal panel. 4. Roll the grille toward the cabinet until the top clips snap into place. 5. Close the refrigerator door. See cleaning instructions for defrost pan and con[...]

Understanding the sounds you may hear Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Don’t be. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the floor, walls and cabinets can make the sounds seem louder. The following describes the kinds of sounds tha[...]

Reversing the door swing TOOLS NEEDED: 5/16-inch hex-head socket wrench, No. 2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, X-inch open-end wrench IMPORTANT INFORMATION: l Before you begin, turn refrigerator OFF, unplug it, and remove any food from door shelves. l Remove base grille. l When removing hinges, keep doors closed until ready to lift fre[...]

Reversing the handles Plugs Plug Spacer % Seating vscrew %-inch HEX HEAD HINGE SCREW COUNTERSINK SCREW OVAL SEALING HANDLE OVAL SEALING SCREW (USE ON SCREW SCREW (USE ON BOlTOM OF DOORS) TOP OF DOORS) 23[...]

Caring For Your Refrigerator Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a few things you can do to help extend its product life. This section tells you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation, moving, or during a power outage. Cleaning your refrigerator Both the refrigera[...]

1 PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Plastic parts Soft, clean sponge l Wipe and dry thoroughly. (covers and panels) or soft, clean cloth with mild detergent DO NOT USE paper towels, window and warm water sprays, scouring cleansers, or flam- mable fluids. These can scratch or damage material. See “Important Safety Instructions” on page 3. Defrost pa[...]

Vacation and moving care Short vacations No need to shut off the refrigerator if you will be away for less than four weeks. 1. Use up any perishables. 2. Freeze other items. 3. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: l Raise signal arm to OFF (up) position. l Shut off water supply to the ice maker. l Empty the ice bin. Long vacations If yo[...]

Power interruptions If electricity goes off, call the power com- pany. Ask how long power will be off. 1. If service will be interrupted 24 hours or less, keep both doors closed. This helps foods stay frozen. 2. If service will be interrupted longer than 24 hours: (a) Remove all frozen food and store in a frozen food locker. OR (b) Place 2 Ibs. (0.[...]

Food Storage Guide There is a correct way to package and store refrigerated or frozen food. To keep food fresher, longer, take the time to study these recommended steps. Storing fresh food Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material. This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator. For dated[...]

Storing frozen food The freezer section is designed for storage of commercially frozen food and for freezing food at home. NOTE: For further information about prepar- ing food for freezing or food storage times, contact your local Cooperative Extension Service or check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook. Packaging The secret of successful freezin[...]

Troubleshooting Listed in the chart below are the most common problems consumers run into with their refrigerator. Please read through this chart before calling for service. It could save you the cost of a service call. PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Your refrigerator Is the power supply cord firmly plugged into a live circuit with proper will not ope[...]

Reauestinrr Assistance Or Serbice - Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on page 30. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance” . . . Call our toll-free telephone number. El Dial free from anywhere in w the U.S.A.: l-800-44-R[...]

ROPER Refrigerator Warranty - LENGTH OF WARRANTY FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY (from date of purchase) WE WILL NOT PAY FOR WE WILL PAY FOR FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by an authorized Roper service company. FSP replacement p[...]