m[ mJENN.AIR Use& CareManual MODELS JRTE17fi, JRTE198, JRTE218, JRTDE228 Frost Free Refrigerators I .... i Model JRTDE228 Printed in U.S.A. 1994 Jenn-Air Part No. 109269-1 Cat. No.
About Your Jenn-Air Refrigerator Your Jenn-Air frost-free refriclerator was designed, engineered, and manufactured to the highest standards of qua ty and performance. Since this manual explains how you can obtain the best use of your Jenn-Air, it is essential that you follow the instructions carefully. Should you have any questions about using your Jenn-Air appliance, us. Be sure to provide the model number of your appliance.
Safety Precautions 1. Use the three-prongedplug only with a grounding receptacleto provide protectionfrom electricalshock, This appliancemust be installedin accordancewith the installationand grounding instructions on page 4-5. 2. Unplugyour refrigeratorbeforecleaningcondenser,replacinga light bulb,or makingany repairs. Any servicing should be performed by a qualified technician. 3. In case of power failure, minimize door openings.
Installation Location If you are installing your new refrigerator yourself, please followthese helpful suggestions. 1. Removebase skids. 2. Removeall exteriorand interiortapecarefullyand retainold tape. Make a small padof this tapeto pickoff any remaining tape residues. This will eliminate the need to use dangerous solvents of any kind. ._ldl 3. Remove and discard the cantilever shelf packing clips located just above each shelf wherethey hook onto the frame.
Electrical Connection -_ and Grounding Your refrigerator is designed to operate on a nominal115volt, 15amp., 60cycle line. There should be a separate, grounded circuit, serving this refrigerator only. DO NOT use an extension cord. po_._PPL_ co._I_ C'_OUNI_NG w,T.3-_,o,6 PLtJG* ) Your refrigerator is equipped with a threepronged grounding plug for your protection against possibJeelectrical shock hazards. It mustbe pluggedinto a grounding receptacle.
Changing Reversible Doors (Non-Dispenser Models Only) Your refrigeratormay have been built with the doors hinged to the right or hinged to the left. Refer to the following instructionsfor door reversal. Tools Required Phillips screwdriver End wrench (5/16") 5/16" Socket and ratchet Putty knife T25-TORXdriver Changing Doors 1. Turn the fresh food control to OFF and remove all food from the interior. 2. Using a 5/16" socket and ratchet, remove the screwsfrom the upper hinge.
11. Removethe base grille by grasping at both ends and pulling it straight out. 12. Remove the hinge cover by squeezing both sides together. 13. Use a 5/16" socket and ratchet to remove the two screws from the bottomhinge. Save the spacer. "- 14. Pull the metal hinge pin from the sideof the lower hingeand place it, includingthe spacer washer, into the top hole. 15. Pry out the two screw hole plug buttonson the bottomleft side of the top door and lower door.
Operation tt; Controls Your new refrigerator has two controls. One for regulatingthe temperaturein thefresh food compartment and one for the freezer. The fresh food compartmentand the freezer cornparfmentcontrolsare locatedat thetop front of the fresh food compartment, Turn both controis to "No. 5" to start your refrigerator. 9 is coldest [. 5 ._ • [ Saves / %,Reduces Exterior Energy \ / _oisture I._3 u_i_t,l']I I The "No.g" freezer control setting is recommended for short term use only.
Energy Tips For efficientenergy use: 1. Be surethe refrigeratoris levelandventilationaroundthe frontgrilleis notblocked. 2. Check door seals occasionallyfor leakage. Check at various places, top, bottom, and sides. 3. Check the temperature;avoid unnecessary cold settings. 4. Keep the freezer full to near capacity; less cold air is lost during door openings. 5. Let hot dishes cool before putting into refrigerator or freezer. 6. Cover liquids; if uncovered,the unit must work longer. 7.
Refrigerator Compartment Features To maintain the natural flavor, moisture, and nutrition of fresh foods, we recommendthat all dishes, trays, and containersof food be covered. Shelves suit your special needs. To removea shelf, lift the rear straightup a fraction of an inch and pull straight out. To lockinto anotherposition,tilt the shelfwith the front up. Insert hooks into desired frame openings and let the shelf settle into place. Make sure it is securely locked at the rear.
The crisper cover also serves as a refrigerator storage shelf. Below are directions for removing the crisper cover for cleaning. "_ Model JRTEt76: Lift thefront edge and pull straight out. To replacethe cover,set rear bars on supports and push back until the front can be loweredinto place. If the crisper shelf is not level, adjust the support leg (see below). Models JRTE198, JRTE218,JRTDE228: Pushup on the glass cover from underneathand carefully remove. Leveling Crisper Shelf ,____.
Door Features Egg Caddy .... Your model has an egg caddy that fits securely on a door shelf. This egg caddy can be removedand carriedto your working area. Magnetic Door Gaskets Doorgaskets are magnetizedto insurean air tight seal all around. These gaskets clingto the cabinet front, once the doors are closed to within their magnetic range. Lift-Off Door Shelves (Most Models) Lift-off door shelves may be easily adjusted to another position on the door.
Freezer Compartment Features To maintain the natural flavor, moisture,and nutrition of frozen foods, and to prevent freezer burn, we recommend that all foods be wrapped or sealed properly, Freezer Shelf (ModelJRTE176) the right end up and out of clip supports approximatelysix inches and (2) pulling the left end bars outof the sockets in the left side wall. Reversethe removal procedureto replacethe shelf, making sure the right end bars are pressed completely into the clip support.
Ice Cube Trays (Non-dispenser Models) Your refrigeratorcomes equipped with ice cube trays and a storage bin, To releasefrozen cubes, hold the trays upside down over the storage bin and twist both ends. Optional Automatic Ice Maker Some models are designed so an AutomaticIce Maker can be easily installed whenever you want it. Order the ice maker kit number shown on the label on the cabinet back.
Starting --- or Stopping Your Ice Maker Your automaticicemaker is locatednear the top of the freezer compartmentbehind the Ice Access Panel. To gain access to the ice making mechanism,rift the ice Access Panel. AUTOMATIC rCEMAKER / p SENSOR ARM I The ice maker has a wire sensor arm that is _ the mechanismwhen the ice cube storage bin is full, and restarts it after several ice cubes have connectedto a shut-off armstop stops been used. You can useswitch.
Removing and Replacing the Automatic Ice Cube Dispenser Bin Lift thefront of the AutomaticDispenserbin and pull itstraight out. Wash the bin occasionally in mild soapand lukewarmwater. To replacethe bin, push it all the way back untilthe bottom of the bin is behindthe raisededge at the front of the shelf it rests upon. Make surethe tabs, at the back of the bin, that turn the spiral auger are positionedbetween the prongs from the auger motor.
Cleaning ,_ It is recommendedthat you disconnect the powercord before cleaning. Your refrigeratorcan be rolledout for cleaning. Turn the levelers,at each front cornerof the cabinet, counterclockwise until they turn freely. Then pull the cabinet straightout. If you have an installed Automatic Ice Maker, we recommend that you turn off the water supply before moving the cabinet.
Condenser To a_lowyour refrigerator to run more efficiently, the basegrille and the area around thecondenser shouldbe cleanedat least one per year. The area around the condenser can be cleaned whenever the refrigerator is moved during routine house- i/("_- away from the wall. Vacuum the condenser and cleaning. Unplug it base grille area andthe therefrigerator area whereand the move cabinet ___' ing.n°rmally sits.
Other Hints On Caring For Your Refrigerator Replacing Light Bulbs It is recommended that you disconnect the power cord before replacing light bulbs. Always use a 40 watt, standard base, appliance type bulb when replacing a light. FormodelsJRTE198,JRTE218 &JRTDE228: Replacefreezerbulbby:(1) usingtwohands spreadeachside ofthe lightcoveroutwardand pullto the front; (2) unscrewand replacebulb; (3) push right hand side of lightcover toward back of freezer engaging tab in slot.
Before You Call For Service Problems? Save yourself the nuisance of unnecessary service calls; check these first: Refrigerator runs too frequently. • Frequent running provides more stable temperatures. ° Too many door openings. • Prolonged door openings. Refrigerator runs too long. • Under normal conditions, due to larger size and colder temperatures,modern refrigerators run a greater percentage of the time. ° Prolonged or frequent door openings. • Condenser needs cleaning.
Noisy operation. • Fan noise perfectly normal in frost-free refrigerators. You may not be used to this if previous model was manual defrost. • Cabinet not level. • Weak floor. .... Defrost pan not positionedcorrectly. Odor in cabinet. • Defrost pan needs cleaning, • Food left uncovered. • Interior needs cleaning. Foods dry out (Fresh or Frozen). • Packages not wrapped or sealed properly. • Crisper not tightly closed. Fresh food compartment too cold. • Refrigeratorcontrol set too cold.
If You Need Service • Call the dealer from whom your appliancewas purchasedor the authorized OennNr Service Contractor listed in the Yellow Pages. Your Jenn-Air Contractor can providebetter and fasterservice if you can accuratelydescribe problems and give modeland serial number of the appliance, Be sure to retain proof of purchaseto verify warranty status. Refer to WARRANTY for further information of owner's responsibilities for warranty service.
Important Information Model Number Serial Number Bill of Material Number Date Purchased JENN-AIR DEALER FROMWHOM PURCHASED Address City Phone AUTHORIZEDSERVICECONTRACTOR Address City Phone IMPORTANT: Retainproof of purchase documents for warranty service 23
