Brand:
Whirlpool
Category: Refrigerators
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Available Languages: EN , ES
Manual for SIDE BY SIDE REFRIGERATOR
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:56 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2008-03-01
Warranty Information
Refer to dealer or service company for warranty information. Proof of purchase is required.
Refrigerator Safety: Always read and obey safety messages. Danger and Warning indicate severe injury risks. Follow all safety instructions.
Installation: Ensure proper ventilation, electrical connection (grounded outlet), and water supply if applicable. Remove doors if necessary for transport.
Use: Set controls to desired temperatures. Allow 24 hours for initial cooling. Use specific settings for meat and vegetables. Control humidity in crisper drawers.
Care & Cleaning: Clean interior and exterior regularly with mild detergent. Clean condenser if needed.
Troubleshooting: Addresses common issues like refrigerator not operating, motor running too much, noise, and door closure problems.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| TROUBLESHOOTING | |
| The refrigerator will not operate | |
| 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. |
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| Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. | |
| Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is working. | |
| Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. | |
| Make sure the refrigerator controls are on. See "Using the Controls." | |
| 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. | |
| The motor seems to run too much | |
| Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its high-efficiency compressor and fans. The refrigerator may run even longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors are opened often, or if the doors have been left open. | |
| 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. | |
| - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker | |
| - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance | |
| - flow of refrigerant, water line, or from items placed on top of the refrigerator | |
| - water dripping on the heater during defrost cycle | |
| - contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially during initial cool-down | |
| - may be heard when water melts during the defrost cycle and runs into the drain pan | |
| - occurs as ice is being ejected from the ice maker mold. | |
| The doors will not close completely | |
| Move food packages away from door. | |
| Push bin or shelf back in the correct position. | |