User Manual

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Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Water in first glass is warm (on
some models)
Normal when refrigerator is first
installed
Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to completely cool
down.
Water dispenser has not been used for
a long time.
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Water system has been drained. Allow several hours for replenished supply to chill.
Water dispenser does not work
(on some models)
Water supply line turned off or not
connected.
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Water filter clogged. Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug.
Air may be trapped in the water system. Press the dispenser arm for at least two minutes.
Dispenser is /2&.('. Press and hold the Lock pad for 3 seconds.
Water spurting from
dispenser Newly-installed filter cartridge. Run water from the dispenser for 3 minutes (about 1
1
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gallons).
Water is not dispensed (on
some models) but icemaker is
working
Water in reservoir is frozen. Call for service.
Refrigerator control setting is too cold. Set to a warmer setting.
No water or ice cube production Supply line or shutoff valve is clogged. Call a plumber.
Water filter clogged. Replace filter cartridge or remove filter and install plug.
Dispenser is /2&.('. Press and hold the Lock pad for 3 seconds.
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(on some models)
Last setting was CRUSHED ICE. A few cubes were left in the crusher from the previous
setting. This is normal.
Refrigerator has odor Foods transmitting odor to
refrigerator.
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replace every three months.
Interior needs cleaning. See Care and cleaning.
Moisture forms on outside of
refrigerator
Not unusual during periods of high
humidity.
Wipe surface dry.
Moisture collects inside (in
humid weather, air carries
moisture into refrigerator when
doors are opened)
Too frequent or too long door
openings.
This is normal fo rthe beverage center.
Due to the higher himidity in the
refrigerator, you may on occasion
experience fog or small amounts
of moisture in the refrigerator
compartment
This is normal for the beverage center loads and
environmental conditions change with a paper towel if
desired.
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Light bulb burned out. See Replacing the light bulbs.
For LED lights Call Service.
Water on kitchen floor or on
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Cubes jammed in chute. Poke ice through with a wooden spoon.
Hot air from bottom of
refrigerator
Normal air flow cooling motor. In the
refrigeration process, it is normal that
heat be expelled in the area under the
refrigerator. Some floor coverings are
sensitive and will discolor at these
normal and safe temperatures.
Refrigerator never shuts off but
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Adaptive defrost keeps compressor
running during door openings.
This is normal. The refrigerator will cycle off after the
door remains closed for 2 hours.
Refrigerator is beeping Door is open. Close door.
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folding over.
Apply petroleum jelly on face of gasket
Actual temperature not equal to
Set temperature
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Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS