Whirlpool RT14ECRE Changing the light bulb, Understanding the sounds you may hear, Water sounds

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Changing the light bulb

Electrical Shock Hazard

Unplug the refrigerator before removing light bulb.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

To change refrigerator light:

1.Unplug the refrigerator.

2.Reach behind Control Panel to remove bulb.

3.Replace with a 40-watt appliance bulb.

4.Plug in the refrigerator.

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

Understanding the sounds you may hear

Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Don’t be. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the floor, walls, and cabinets can make the sounds seem louder.

The following describes the kinds of sounds that might be new to you, and what may be making them.

Slight hum, soft hiss

You may hear the refrigerator’s fan motor and moving air.

Clicking or snapping sounds

The thermostat makes a definite click when the refrigerator stops running. It also makes a sound when the refrigerator starts. The defrost timer will click when the defrost cycle starts.

Water sounds

When the refrigerator stops running, you may hear gurgling in the tubing for a few minutes after it stops, You may also hear defrost water running into the defrost water pan.

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Contents UseAndCare Table of Contents Your safety is important to us Refrigerator SafetyHelp us help you Control Panel Parts And FeaturesModel RT14ECRE Model RT14DKXE Cleaning your refrigerator Before Using Your RefrigeratorCleaning it before use Removing packaging materialsPlugging it Leveling it Installing it properlySetting the controls Using Your RefrigeratorTemperature controls Power Saving ControlChanging the control SettingsRemoving the trivet Model RtiqecreUsing the ice cube trays Adjusting the refrigerator shelvesRemoving the crisper and cover Model RTl4DKXESolving common ice maker problems Using the optional automatic ice makerProblem Possible CAUSE/SOLUTIONUnderstanding the sounds you may hear Changing the light bulbSlight hum, soft hiss Clicking or snapping soundsReversing the door swing Saving energyIce maker sounds Running soundsCaring For Your Refrigerator HOW to CleanPart What to USECoils Care Vacation and movingShort vacations Long vacationsQuestions? Power interruptionsStoring fresh food Food Storage GuidePackaging Storing frozen foodFreezing Problem Check the Following TroubleshootingIf you need service’ Requesting Assistance Or ServiceIf you need FSP Replacement parts If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solvedIndex Full FIVE-YEAR Length of Warranty WE will PAY for Full ONE-YEARWE will not PAY for