Moving
When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move.
1.If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
•Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time.
•Disconnect the water line from the back of the refrigerator.
•When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting.
2.Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice.
3.Empty the ice bin.
4.Depending on the model, turn the Temperature Control or Refrigerator Control to OFR See "Using the Controls."
5.Unplug refrigerator.
6.Empty water from the defrost pan.
7.Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.
8.Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them together so they don't shift and rattle during the move.
9.Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the leveling legs so they don't scrape the floor. See "Adjust the Doors."
10.Tape the doors closed and tape the power cord to the back of the refrigerator.
When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the "Installation Instructions" section for preparation instructions. Also, if your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, remember to reconnect the water supply to the refrigerator.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
The refrigerator will not operate | The motor seems to run too much |
E(ectrica_ 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 resuJt in death, fire, or electrical shock.
Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Is 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.
•Are controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on. See "Using the Controls."
•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.
Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its
The refrigerator is 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 an explanation.
•Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker
•Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance
•Rattling - flow of refrigerant, water line, 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
•Water running - may be heard when water melts during the defrost cycle and runs into the drain pan
•Creaking/Cracking - occurs as ice is being ejected from the ice maker mold.
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