Optional automatic ice maker.. .
If you have the automatic ice maker accessory or plan to add one later (Part No.
l The ON/OFF lever is a wire signal arm. Down...fcr making ice automatically; Up...toshut off the ice maker.
l Shake the bin occasionally to keep cubes sepa- rated, and to obtain increased storage capacity.
Raise Signal
Lower SignalArm to Stop Ice Maker. Arm to Start It.
l It is normal for ice crescents to be attached by a corner. They will break apart easily.
l You will hear water running when ice maker is working. You’ll hear ice fall into the bin. Don’t let these sounds bother you.
l The ice maker will not operate until the freezer is cold enough to make ice. This can take overnight.
l Because of new plumbing connections, the first ice may be discolored cx
l If ice is not being made fast enough and more ice is needed, turn the Refrigerator Control toward a higher number. Wait a day and, if necessary. turn the Freezer Control toward A.
l If you remove the ice bin, raise the signal arm to shut off the ice maker. When you return the bin. push it all the way in and lower the arm to the ON position.
l If cubes are stored too long, they may develop an
l The ice maker water supply should not be soft- ened water. The chemicals could damage the ice maker molds.
Ice cube trays...
If cubes are not used, they may shrink. The moving cold air starts a slow evaporation. The longer cubes are stored, the smaller they get.
To remove ice:
1.Hold tray at both ends.
2.Slightly twist.
Sounds you may hear...
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Possible Sounds:
l Slight Hum, Soft Hiss:
l Clicking or Snapping Sounds:
l Water Sounds:
Probable Causes:
You may hear the refrigerator’s fan motor and moving air.
The defrost timer makes a definite click when the refrigerator stops running. It also makes a sound when the refrigerator starts.
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.
l Ice Maker Sounds:
l Running Sounds:
If your refrigerator has an ice maker, you may hear buzzing [from the water valve], trickling water and the clatter of ice dumped into the bin.
Your refrigerator has a
Energy saving tips...
You can help your refrigerator use less electricity
l Check door gaskets for a tight seal. Level the cabi- net to be sure of a good seal.
l Clean the condenser coil 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 foods organized so you won’t have to search for what you want. Close door as soon as food is removed.
l Go ahead and fill up the refrigerator, but don’t over- crowd it so air movement is blocked.
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It ISa waste of electricity to set the refrigerator 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.
Keep the Power Savrng Control on CONSUMES LESS ENERGY unless moisture forms on refrigerator exterior
Make sure your refrigerator is not next to a heat source such as a range, water heater, furnace, radi- ator, or in direct sunlrght,
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