Whirlpool WF-L200V, WF-NL120V Troubleshooting, Refrigerator Operation, Temperature and Moisture

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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.whirlpool.com In Canada, www.whirlpool.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.

■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.

■Controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on. See “Using the Control(s).”

■New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool completely.

NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting will not cool either compartment more quickly.

■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 cool-down

■Water running - may be heard when ice melts during the defrost cycle and water runs into the drain pan

■Creaking/Cracking - occurs as ice is being ejected from the ice maker mold.

The doors will not close completely

■Door blocked open? Move food packages away from door.

■Bin or shelf in the way? Push bin or shelf back in the correct position.

The doors are difficult to open

WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

■Gaskets dirty or sticky? Clean gaskets and contact surfaces with mild soap and warm water. Rinse and dry with soft cloth.

The motor seems to run too much

Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its high-efficiency compressor and fans. The unit may run even longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors are opened often, or if the doors have been left open.

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

Temperature and Moisture

Temperature is too warm

■New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool completely.

■Door(s) opened often or left open? Allows warm air to enter refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep doors fully closed.

■Large load of food added? Allow several hours for refrigerator to return to normal temperature.

■Controls set correctly for the surrounding conditions? Adjust the controls a setting colder. Check temperature in 24 hours. See “Using the Control(s).”

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Contents Refrigerator Safety Refrigerator User InstructionsInstallation Instructions Clean Before UsingUnpack the Refrigerator Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or FreezerLocationRequirements Electrical RequirementsWater Supply Requirements Recommended Grounding MethodConnect the Water Supply Water PressureReverse Osmosis Water Supply Connect to Water LineComplete the Installation Refrigerator DoorsRemove Doors and Hinges Reverse Doors optionalRight-Hand Swing to Left-Hand Swing Left-Hand Swing to Right-Hand SwingReplace Doors and Hinges Final StepsDoor Swing Reversal optional Adjust the Doors Using theControlsRefrigerator USE Crisper Humidity Control Ice MakerWater Dispenser Water Filtration System Cleaning Using the Dispenser Without the Water FilterTo Clean Your Refrigerator Refrigerator CareTroubleshooting Temperature and MoistureRefrigerator Operation Iceand Water Ice maker is not producing ice or not enough iceIce cubes are hollow or small Water dispenser will not operate properlyAccessories Stainless Steel Cleaner and PolishReplacement Filter Water from the dispenser is warmProduct Data Sheets 15 mg/L †Model WF-NL120VChange the water filter every Application Guidelines/Water Supply ParametersModel WF-NLC120V Capacity 120 Gallons 454 Liters Limited Warranty Items Excluded from WarrantyThis limited warranty does not cover Disclaimer of Implied WarrantiesSeguridad DEL Refrigerador EL Usuario DEL RefrigeradorInstrucciones DE Instalación Desempaque el refrigeradorRequisitos de ubicación Quite los materiales de empaqueRequisitos eléctricos Requisitos del suministro de aguaMétodo de conexión a tierra recomendado Presión del aguaConexión del suministro de agua Conexión a la línea de aguaConexión al refrigerador Estilo Pies 2,1 m para la limpieza. Use tubería de cobre dePuertas del refrigerador Cómo terminar la instalaciónCómo quitar las puertas y las bisagras Masilla deApertura hacia la derecha a apertura hacia la izquierda Apertura hacia la izquierda a apertura hacia la derechaCómo volver a poner las puertas y las bisagras en su lugar Cambio del sentido de apertura de las puertas opcionalPasos finales Reconecte el enchufe del cableado. Vea la IlustraciónCambio del sentido de apertura de las puertas opcional Ajustelas puertas Uso de los controlesCierre de la puerta Alineamiento de las puertasFábrica de hielo Despachador de aguaCómo quitar y volver a colocar la paleta del despachador La luz del despachadorEl bloqueo del despachador Para bloquear el despachadorCuidado DE SU Refrigerador Sistema de filtraciónde aguaLimpieza Solución DE Problemas Cómo cambiar los focosFuncionamiento delrefrigerador Temperatura y humedad Hielo y aguaAccesorios El hielo tiene mal sabor, mal olor o un color grisáceoEl despachador de agua no funciona debidamente El agua gotea del sistema del despachadorHoja DE Datos DEL Producto Pautas de aplicación/Parámetros para el suministro de aguaModelo WF-NLC120V Capacidad de 120 galones 454 litros Whirlpool Corporation Garantía LimitadaExclusiones DE LA Garantía Esta garantía limitada no cubreSécurité DU Réfrigérateur RéfrigérateurInstructions Dinstallation Exigences demplacementDéballagedu réfrigérateur Retirer les matériaux d’emballageMéthode recommandée de mise à la terre SpécificationsélectriquesSpécifications del’alimentationen eau Pression de leauRaccordement de la canalisation deau Raccordement à la canalisation d’eauRaccordement au réfrigérateur Style Achever l’installation Portes duréfrigérateurDémontage Portes et charnières Réinstallation Portes et charnières Inversion des portes facultatifOuverture vers la droite à ouverture vers la gauche Ouverture vers la gauche à ouverture vers la droiteÉtapes finales Inversion du sens douverture des portes facultatif Utilisation des commandes Utilisation DU RéfrigérateurAjustement desportes Machine à glaçons Distributeur deauMise en marche/arrêt de la machine à glaçons Taux de production des glaçonsDépose et réinstallation de la palette du distributeur Distribution deau Lumière du distributeurVerrouillage du distributeur Pour verrouiller le distributeurEntretien DU Réfrigérateur Système de filtration de leauNettoyage Remplacement des ampoules d’éclairage DépannageFonctionnement du réfrigérateur Température et humidité Glaçons et eauAccessoires Le distributeur deau ne fonctionne pas correctementLeau du distributeur est tiède Nettoyant et poli pour acier inoxydableFeuilles DE Données SUR LE Produit Système de filtration d’eau à la grille de la baseModèle WF-NLC120V Capacité 120 gallons 454 litres Corporation Garantie LimitéeÉléments Exclus DE LA Garantie La présente garantie limitée ne couvre pasW10208841A EN/FR PN W10208842A Whirlpool Corporation All rights reserved
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