Style 2 - Dial Control
The light bulb is located behind the control.
1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.Remove the light shield by squeezing in on the sides and
pulling it straight down.
3.Remove the light bulb and replace it with a 40 watt appliance bulb of the same size and shape.
4. Replace the light shield.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
In the U.S.A., www.maytag.com In Canada, www.maytag.ca
Refrigerator Operation
The refrigerator will not operate
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
■Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
■Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is working.
■Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
■Control(s) on? Make sure the refrigerator control is on. See “Using the Control(s).”
■New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool completely.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature control(s) to coldest setting will not cool the refrigerator more quickly.
The motor seems to run too much
Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its
The refrigerator seems noisy
Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are listed some normal sounds with explanations.
■Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker
■Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance.
■Hissing/Rattling - flow of refrigerant, movement of water lines, or from items placed on top of the refrigerator.
■Sizzling/Gurgling - water dripping on the heater during defrost cycle
■Popping - contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially during initial
■Water running/dripping - may be heard when ice melts during defrosting and water runs into the drain pan.
■Creaking/Cracking - occurs as ice is being ejected from the ice maker mold.
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