Owner's Manual
49-1000472 Rev. 2 45
Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service
Problem Possible Causes What to Do
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Leveling legs need adjusting.  See level the refrigerator
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when refrigerator door is closed
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closed on its own.
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automatically close after popping open, then see the 
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the back of the refrigerator.
Move the food away from the air vent.
Refrigerator control is set too 
cold. 
Move the refrigerator control to a warmer temperature 
setting one increment at a time.
Water is leaking from dispenser  Glass not being held under the 
dispenser long enough after 
button is released.
Hold the glass underneath the dispenser for 2–3 seconds 
after releasing the dispenser button. Water may continue 
to dispense after the button is released
Air may be present in the water 
line system, causing water to 
drip after being dispensed.
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system.
My display is showing tc Turbo Cool function is activated.  See Controls section
Water filter indicator light changed 
color
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Water filter indicator light remains 
red even after replacing the water 
filter
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Leak is detected
Using expired filter
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Verify no scratches or damage to filter label. Replace filter 
if label shows damage.
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Water filter indicator must be 
reset (on some models).
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Water filter indicator light is not lit  This is normal. The filter 
cartridge should be replaced 
when the replacement indicator 
light turns red.
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Handle is loose / handle has a 
gap 
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Handle sections
Refrigerator doors are not even 
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Baskets stick or jam when 
opening or closing 
Baskets are too full.  To open: remove some of the products from the basket 
when opened as far as possible. Readjust the products left 
in the basket and try to open the basket again. To close: 
readjust products in the basket or remove any product that 
is above the rim of the basket and close the basket.
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red
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expired
Press the Filter Status pad to show remaining filter life.
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When the unit has detected a new filter (a filter has been 
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remain off to indicate the filter was successfully replaced.
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display
Water is disabled
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red
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Wipe off the filter/surrounding area if there is any water 
from filter replacement. 
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Water is disabled
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red
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No communication with filter
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Verify there are no scratches or filter label damage.
Replace filter if filter label shows damage.
Refrigerator beeps when pressing 
dispenser paddle
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Replace filter or make sure the water filter is properly 
installed (see water filter section).
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