Whirlpool EL7JWKLMQ00 Changing the Light Bulb, Power Interruptions, Vacation and Moving Care

Cleaning Exterior

Use the appropriate cleaning method for your exterior finish.

Painted metal: Wash exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners, or cleaners designed for stainless steel. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. For additional protection against damage to painted metal exteriors, apply appliance wax (or auto paste wax) with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wax plastic parts.

Stainless steel finish: Wash with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

■To keep your stainless steel refrigerator looking like new and to remove minor scuffs or marks, it is suggested that you use the manufacturer’s approved Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish.

IMPORTANT: This cleaner is for stainless steel parts only!

Do not allow the Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish to come into contact with any plastic parts such as the trim pieces, dispenser covers or door gaskets. If accidental contact does occur, clean plastic part with a sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. To order the cleaner, see the “Accessories” section.

Cleaning Condenser Coils

1.Open the door and remove the base grille by pulling down and out from the top.

2.Remove the defrost pan and clean it using a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Hand wash, rinse, and dry it thoroughly.

3.Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.

4.Replace the defrost pan.

5.Replace the base grille by putting the clips in the openings in the refrigerator panel. Push in until the base grille snaps into place.

Changing the Light Bulb

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape, and wattage.

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Remove the light shield. From the front of the light shield, push backward and down.

3.Replace the light bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage.

4.Replace the light shield.

5.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Power Interruptions

If the electricity in your house goes off, call the power company and ask how long it will be off.

Freezer Mode

If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep the door closed to help food stay frozen.

If the power will be out for more than 24 hours, do one of the following:

■Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker.

■Place 2 lbs (907 g) of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot (28 L) of freezer space. This will keep the food frozen for 2 to 4 days.

■If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available, consume or can perishable food at once.

REMEMBER: A full freezer stays cold longer than a partially filled one. A freezer full of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked goods. If you see that food contains ice crystals, it may be refrozen, although the quality and flavor may be affected. If the condition of the food is poor, dispose of it.

Refrigerator Mode

If the power will be off less than 4 hours, keep the door closed to help food stay cold.

If the power will be off more than 4 hours, use up any perishables and find alternative cold storage.

Vacation and Moving Care

Vacations

If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you’re away, use these steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave.

1.Use up any perishables and freeze other items.

If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave, follow these steps.

1.Remove all food from the refrigerator.

2.Turn the control to the off position. See “Using the Controls.”

3.Clean refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well.

4.Tape rubber or wood blocks to the top of the door to prop it open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold from building up.

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