Whirlpool 8ET8MTKXKT00 ReversingtheDoor Swing, Style, Tools Needed, To remove doors from hinges

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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