Whirlpool GC5CHAXNB00, GC3PHEXNB01, GC3PHEXNB00 Refrigerator Doors, Complete the Installation

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4.Turn shutoff valve ON.

5.Check for leaks. Tighten any nuts or connections (including connections at the valve) that leak.

Complete the Installation

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.

1.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

2.Flush the water system. See “Water Dispenser.”

NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced. Allow 3 days to completely fill ice container.

Refrigerator Doors

TOOLS NEEDED: ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head socket wrench, #2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-blade screwdriver, ⁵⁄₁₆" open-end wrench, flat 2" putty knife.

IMPORTANT:

■All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after “Final Steps.” The graphics shown are for a right-hand swing refrigerator (hinges factory installed on the right).

■If you only want to remove and replace the doors, see “Remove Doors and Hinges” and “Replace Doors and Hinges.”

■Depending on your model, you may have standard (Style 1) or contour (Style 2) doors. If you are going to reverse the door swing, follow the instructions for the appropriate door style.

■Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF, and remove food and adjustable door or utility bins from doors.

Remove Doors and Hinges (all models)

⁵⁄₁₆'' Hex-Head Hinge Screw

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Open refrigerator door and remove base grille from the bottom front of the refrigerator. See Base Grille graphic.

3.Close the refrigerator door and keep both doors closed until you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the doors in place while you are working.

4.Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift the freezer door free from the cabinet.

5.Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.

6.Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the Bottom Hinge graphic.

Reverse Doors–Standard Door (optional)

IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your doors so that they open in the opposite direction, follow these steps. If you are not reversing the doors, see “Replace Doors and Hinges.”

Door Stop Screw

Door Hinge Hole Plug

Door Handle Sealing Screw

Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug

Flat-Head Handle Screw

Door Handle Screw Cover

Door Handle Seal Screw Front

Round-Head Handle Screw

Cabinet

1.Remove ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head hinge screws from the handle side and move them to the opposite side. See Graphic 1-1.

2.Remove the cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and move them to the opposite side hinge holes as shown in Graphic 1-2.

Freezer door

1.Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts together. See Graphic 2.

2.Remove the door stop. Move it to the opposite side of the freezer door as shown in Graphic 5.

3.Position the freezer handle on opposite side of freezer door. Assemble handles on the door as shown in Graphic 2.

4.Tighten all screws. Set aside the door until the hinges and refrigerator compartment door are in place.

Refrigerator door

1.Remove refrigerator handle bottom trim. For Style 1, remove the handle screw cover. See Graphic 6-1. For Style 2, slide trim down as shown in Graphic 6-2.

2.Remove the refrigerator handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts together. See Graphic 6-3.

3.Remove the door hinge hole plug from refrigerator door. Move it to the opposite side hinge hole as shown in Graphic 3.

4.Remove the door handle sealing screws. Move them to the opposite side of the refrigerator door as shown in Graphic 4.

5.Remove the door handle seal screw front. Move it to the opposite side of the refrigerator door as shown in Graphic 7.

6.Remove the door stop. Move it to the opposite side of the refrigerator door as shown in Graphic 5.

7.Position the refrigerator handle on opposite side of the refrigerator door as shown in Graphic 6-3. Drive the two top screws in the handle first. Align the lower portion of the handle and drive the bottom screw.

8.Align refrigerator bottom trim. For Style 1, replace the door handle screw cover. See Graphic 6-1. For Style 2, slide trim into place. See Graphic 6-2.

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Contents Refrigerator User Instructions Refrigerator SafetyClean Before Using Installation InstructionsUnpack the Refrigerator Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or FreezerWater Supply Requirements LocationRequirementsElectrical Requirements Connect to Refrigerator Style Connect the Water SupplyConnect to Water Line Refrigerator Doors Complete the InstallationRemove Doors and Hinges all models Reverse Doors-Standard Door optionalReplace Doors and Hinges all models Reverse Doors-Contour Door optionalFinal Steps all models DoorsOptional Using the Controls Adjust the DoorsRefrigerator USE Crisper Humidity ControlWater Filtration System Ice MakerWater Dispenser Cleaning TroubleshootingRefrigerator Care Changing the Light BulbsIce and Water Temperature and MoistureWater dispenser will not operate properly AccessoriesWater is dripping from the dispenser Water from the dispenser is warmWater Filter Certifications Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters Product Data SheetsModel WF-NLC120V Capacity 120 Gallons 454 Liters Items Excluded from Warranty Limited WarrantyThis limited warranty does not cover Disclaimer of Implied Warranties Limitation of RemediesRéfrigérateur Sécurité DU RéfrigérateurExigences demplacement Instructions DinstallationDéballagedu réfrigérateur Retirer les matériaux d’emballageRaccordement de la canalisation deau SpécificationsélectriquesSpécifications del’alimentationen eau Raccordement au réfrigérateur Style Raccordement à la canalisation d’eauPortes du réfrigérateur Achever l’installationDémontage Portes et charnières tous les modèles CaisseÉtapes finales tous les modèles Réinstallation Portes et charnières tous les modèlesPorte du compartiment de congélation Porte du réfrigérateurFacultatif Ajustement des portes Utilisationdes commandesUtilisation DU Réfrigérateur Distributeur d’eau Machine à glaçonsMise en marche/arrêt de la machine à glaçons Taux de production des glaçonsEntretien DU Réfrigérateur Remplacement des ampoules d’éclairageSystème de filtrationde leau NettoyageFonctionnement du réfrigérateur DépannageGlaçons et eau Température et humiditéDe leau suinte du distributeur AccessoiresLeau du distributeur est tiède Nettoyant et poli pour acier inoxydableSystème de filtration d’eau à la grille de la base Feuilles DE Données SUR LE ProduitDirectives d’application Modèle WF-NLC120V Capacité 120 gallons 454 litresGarantie Limitée Garantie DES Gros Appareils Ménagers Whirlpool CorporationArticles Exclus DE LA Garantie La présente garantie limitée ne couvre pas

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