Whirlpool RS25AQXKQ00 manual Changing the Light Bulbs, Power Interruptions

If you need to clean the condenser:

■Remove the base grille (see “Base Grille” or “Door Removal” section).

■Use a vacuum with a soft brush to clean the grille, the open areas behind the grille and the front surface area of the condenser.

■Replace the base grille when finished.

6.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Changing the Light Bulbs

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size and shape. The dispenser light requires a heavy duty 10-watt bulb. All other lights require a 40-watt appliance bulb. Replacement bulbs are available from your dealer.

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Remove light shield when applicable as shown.

NOTE: To clean the light shield, wash it with warm water and liquid detergent. Rinse and dry the shield well.

3.Remove light bulb and replace with one of the same size, shape and wattage.

4.Replace light shield when applicable as shown.

5.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Dispenser Light (on some models)

Reach through the dispenser area to remove and replace light bulb.

1. Dispenser Light

Refrigerator Control Panel Light

Reach behind the refrigerator control panel to remove and replace light bulb.

Refrigerator Crisper Light or Upper Freezer Light (on some models)

■Remove light shield by grasping the top center of the shield and pulling forward while turning it slightly to one side. If necessary, remove top crisper drawer to access crisper light shield.

■Replace the light shield by inserting the tabs on one end into the slotted holes in the refrigerator or freezer liner. Then, carefully bend the shield at the center to insert the tabs on the other end.

Upper Freezer Light (on some models)

■Remove the light shield by grasping the sides and squeezing in toward the center and while pulling forward the shield.

■Replace the light shield by fitting the tabs into the slotted holes in the freezer liner. Push in the shield until it snaps into place.

Lower Freezer Light Beneath Ice Bin (on some models)

■Remove the light shield by grasping the sides and squeezing in toward the center. Once the side hooks of shield are free from the freezer lining, pull down the shield.

■Replace the light shield by squeezing the sides toward the center and inserting the side hooks into the slotted holes. Once the side hooks are in place, snap the front tab into the slotted hole.

Lower Freezer Light Behind Top Freezer Basket (on some models)

■Depending on your model, remove the top freezer basket or top freezer basket shelf. Remove light shield by removing the Phillips screw on the top of the shield. Carefully, rotate the shield until the left tab can be gently pulled from the freezer wall.

■Replace the light shield by inserting the left tab into the freezer wall. Align top tab with screw hole and replace screw.

Power Interruptions

If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep both refrigerator doors closed to help food stay cold and frozen.

If the power will be out for more than 24 hours, do one of the following:

■Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker.

■Place 2 lbs. (907 g) of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot (28 L) of freezer space. This will keep the food frozen for two to four days.

■If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available, consume or can perishable food at once.

REMEMBER: A full freezer stays cold longer than a partially filled one. A freezer full of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked goods. If you see that food contains ice crystals, it may be refrozen, although the quality and flavor may be affected. If the condition of the food is poor, dispose of it.

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