Whirlpool 3VED23DQDW00 manual Understanding the sounds you may hear, Saving energy

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To change dispenser area light (on some models):

1.Disconnect refrigerator from power supply.

2.Reach through dispenser area to remove bulb.

3.Replace with a heavy-duty 1O-watt bulb, which can be purchased from your Whirlpool dealer.

4.Reconnect refrigerator to power supply.

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit

Dispenser area light

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.

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.

Ice maker sounds

l trickling water

l thud (clatter of ice)

You may hear buzzing (from the water valve), trickling water, and the clatter of ice dumped into the bin.

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.

Running sounds

Your refrigerator has a high-efficiency compressor and motor. It will run longer than older designs. It may even seem to run most of the time.

Saving energy

You can help your refrigerator use less electricity.

lCheck door gaskets for a tight seal. Level the cabinet to be sure of a good seal.

l Clean the condenser coils regularly.

lOpen the door as few times as possible. Think about what you need before you open the door. Get everything out at one time. Keep food organized so you won’t have to search for what you want. Close door as soon as food is removed.

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Go ahead and fill up the refrigerator, but don’t overcrowd it so air movement is blocked.

It is a waste of electricity to set the refrig- erator and freezer to temperatures colder than they need to be. If ice cream is firm in the freezer and drinks are as cold as your family likes them, that’s cold enough.

Make sure your refrigerator is not next to a heat source such as a range, water heater, furnace, radiator, or in direct sunlight.

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Contents Use And Care Guide Contents Help when you need it Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL* applianceYour safety is important to us Refrigerator SafetyHelp us help you Parts and Features StyleIce cube trays and bin Cleaning it before use Before Using Your RefrigeratorCleaning your refrigerator Removing packaging materialsInstalling it properly Leveling itChanging the control settings Using Your RefrigeratorSetting the dial controls Condition Reason Recommended SettingsSetting Slide Controls Drop-in trim Adjusting the wine rackRemoving the door trim Snap-on trivetAdjusting the door bins Adjusting the refrigerator shelvesAdjusting the EZ-TRACK* shelf Removing the crisper and crisper cover Drawer temperature Adjusting the crisper humidity controlAdjusting the meat Removing the meatBaskets Removing the snack binRemoving the freezer Removing the freezer shelfUsing the ice cube trays Using the optional automatic ice makerRemoving the base grille Using the Thirstcrusher dispensing systemOn some models Ice dispenser Water dispenser Dispenser lightSolutions Solving common ice maker/dispenser problemsProblem CauseChanging the light bulbs Understanding the sounds you may hear Saving energyCaring for Your Refrigerator HOW to CleanPart What Short holidays Holiday and moving carePart What to USE Long holidays Power interruptionsMoving Food Storage Guide Storing fresh foodWax paper Storing frozen foodPackaging FreezingPlease read these helpful you start Removing the DoorsHints before Removing the water line and door hinges Doors without damaging Electrical wiringThings you need to know Troubleshooting Check the FollowingRequesting Service If you need FSP’ replace- ment parts+Whirlpool will PAY for Whirlpool * Refrigerator WarrantyLength of Warranty Whirlpool will not PAY for2182955sxs