Whirlpool 8ET8MTKXKT00 ReversingtheDoor Swing, To remove doors from hinges, To replace doors

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Style 2

1.Tube Clamp

2.Copper Tubing

3.Compression Nut

3.The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If local water conditions require periodic cleaning or a well is your source of water supply, a second water strainer should be installed in the ¹⁄₄-inch water line. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer. Install at either tube connection.

4.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

ReversingtheDoor Swing

TOOLS NEEDED:

⁵⁄₁₆-inch hex-head socket wrench, No. 2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, ¹⁄₂-inch open-end wrench, flat 2-inch putty knife.

⁵⁄₁₆ inch Hex-Head Hinge Screw

Door Stop Screw

Sealing Screw (use on top of doors)

SUGGESTION: Reversing the door swing should be performed by a qualified person.

IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF, unplug it, and remove any food from door shelves.

To remove doors from hinges:

1.Remove base grille. See the “Base Grille” section for instructions.

2.Keep doors closed until ready to lift free from the cabinet.

3.Start at the top hinge and work your way down to the center hinge and bottom hinge. Remove all screws and components as shown.

4.Open and lift doors off hinges.

NOTE: If you are reversing the door swing, you should move the handles while the doors are off of the refrigerator. Follow the instructions in the “Reversing the Door Handles” section.

NOTE: The following refers only to models with the Style 1 center hinge. To remove the center hinge screws, remove the center hinge pin by turning it 1/4 to 1/2 turn. It will pop up.

To replace doors:

1.Start at the bottom hinge and work your way up.

2.Lift up doors so they are centered between the sides of the cabinet and parallel with each other.

3.Seal all unused openings with screws or plastic plugs. Moisture will enter any openings.

NOTE: After the doors are reversed, reinstall the handles. If the doors are not closing on their own, see the “Door Closing and Alignment” section.

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Contents Use& Care Guide 2200594AContents Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer Refrigerator SafetyYour safety and the safety of others is very important Parts and Features Space Requirements Removing Packaging MaterialsElectrical Requirements To a Water SourceRecommended Grounding Method Read all directions carefully before you beginConnecting to refrigerator StyleTo replace doors ReversingtheDoor SwingTo remove doors from hinges Reversingthe DoorHandles Top HingeCenter Hinge Bottom HingeStyle Base Grille Door ClosingDoor Alignment To remove the base grilleEnsuringProper Air Circulation Using Your RefrigeratorUnderstanding Sounds You May Hear Setting the Controls Adjusting ControlSettingsStoring Frozen Food Food StorageGuideStoring Fresh Food Freezing Refrigerator FeaturesRefrigeratorShelves Shelves and shelf frames Lateral Adjustable ShelfSlide-out shelves on some models Door Rails DoorBinsSnap-on Door Rails Drop-in Door RailsMeatDrawerandCover Adjustable Utility Compartment & TrayFlip-up Door Shelf CrisperHumidityControl Freezer ShelfTo remove the crisper To remove the crisper coverPull-out Freezer Floor Ice MakerOperationTo remove the freezer floor To replace the freezer floorTo clean your refrigerator Additional cleaning tips are listed belowChanging the LightBulbs Energy Saving TipPowerInterruptions VacationandMovingCareVacations To change freezer light on some modelsTrouble Shooting MovingYour refrigerator will not operate Lights do not workIce maker is producing too little ice Motor seems to run too much Ice maker is not producing iceRefrigerator seems to make too much noise Temperature is too warm Off-taste or odor in the iceDivider between the two compartments is warm There is interior moisture build-upFor further assistance Assistance Or ServiceIf you need replacement parts Whirlpool Refrigerator Warranty Whirlpool Corporation will not pay for
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