Whirlpool WRT138TFYW Refrigerator Doors, Style 1-Standard Doors, Cabinet, Freezer Door

Models: WRT138TFYW WRT138TFYB

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5.Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

 

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A. Tube clamp

D. Compression nut

B. Tube clamp screw

E. Valve inlet

C. Copper tubing

 

6.The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If your water conditions require a second water strainer, install it in the ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.

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Refrigerator DoorsWARNING

Electrical 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 result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

1.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced. Allow 3 days to completely fill ice container.

Refrigerator Doors

TOOLS NEEDED: ⁵⁄₁₆" hex head socket wrench, Torx®† T27 screwdriver, #2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-blade screwdriver, ⁵⁄₁₆" open-end wrench, flat 2" putty knife.

IMPORTANT:

Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF, unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors.

If you are only removing and replacing the doors, the instructions are the same regardless of door style. See “Remove Doors and Hinges” and “Replace Doors and Hinges” later in this section.

Depending on your model, you may have standard Style 1 or contour Style 2 doors. If you are also going to reverse the door swing, follow the instructions for the appropriate door style.

All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after “Final Steps.”

†®TORX is a registered trademark of Saturn Fasteners, Inc.

Remove Doors and Hinges

⁵⁄₁₆" Hex Head Hinge Screw

12-24 Torx®† Head Screw

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Open refrigerator door and remove base grille from the bottom front of the refrigerator. See Base Grille graphic.

3.Close the refrigerator door and keep both doors closed until you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the doors in place while you are working.

4.Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift the freezer door free from the cabinet.

5.Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.

6.Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the Bottom Hinge graphic.

IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your doors so that they open in the opposite direction, continue with the “Reverse Doors (optional)” instructions. If you are not reversing the doors, see “Replace Doors and Hinges.”

Reverse Doors (optional)

To purchase a reversibility kit, which includes a new nameplate and door hole covers, order part number W10395148. See “Accessories” for contact information.

Style 1–Standard Doors

See complete Style 1 graphics later in this section.

Door Stop Screw

Door Hinge Hole Plug

Door Handle Sealing Screw

Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug

Flat-Head Handle Screw

Door Handle Screw Cover

Door Handle Seal Screw Front

Round-Head Handle Screw

Cabinet

1.Remove ⁵⁄₁₆" hex head hinge screws from handle side and move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-1.

2.Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top and move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown in Graphic 1-2.

Freezer Door

1.Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts together. See Graphic 2.

2.Remove door hinge hole plug. Move to opposite side as shown in Graphic 3.

3.Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side of freezer door as shown in Graphic 4.

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Whirlpool WRT138TFYW Refrigerator Doors, Style 1-Standard Doors, Cabinet, Freezer Door, Complete the Installation