Whirlpool Side-by-Side Quick Start Guide

Operating Instructions

IMPORTANT: Before operating this appliance, ensure it has been properly installed according to the appliance's Owner's Manual.

The display screen on the dispenser control panel will automatically turn off and enter "sleep" mode after 2 minutes of inactivity. The first press of a control button will reactivate the display without changing settings. Touch any control button to activate the display screen.

Control Panel Overview:

Ice Type: Select cubed or crushed ice.
Light: Controls dispenser light (on/dim/pads).
Temp: Hold for 3 seconds to adjust temperature settings.
Options: Access additional options.
Lock: Hold for 3 seconds to lock/unlock the dispenser.
Calibrate Measured Fill: Hold for 3 seconds for measured fill calibration.
Measured Fill: Hold for 3 seconds to use measured fill function.
Cooling Off: Hold Lock and Measured Fill for 3 seconds to turn cooling off.

Turn Cooling On/Off

Your refrigerator and freezer will not cool when cooling is turned off. To turn cooling off, press and hold the Lock and Measured Fill buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. "Refrigeration Cooling Is Off" will appear on the display. To turn cooling back on, press and hold Lock and Measured Fill for 3 seconds again.

IMPORTANT: Press both buttons at the same time to avoid unintentionally locking the dispenser or changing other settings.

Fast Ice

The Fast Ice feature increases ice production over a 24-hour period for periods of heavy ice use. To turn it on, press Options then Temp. The Fast Ice icon will appear on the display. The feature remains on for 24 hours or until manually turned off by pressing Options then Temp again, or by adjusting the freezer temperature set point.

IMPORTANT: This feature only works if the ice maker is turned on. Refer to the Owner's Manual for "Ice Maker and Storage Bin".

NOTE: For continuous increased ice production, set the freezer to a colder temperature. This may make some foods, like ice cream, harder.

Dispenser Light

The dispenser lights turn on automatically when the dispenser is used. You can set them to be continuously ON, DIM, or only the PAD lights ON (Pads). To turn off all dispenser lights, press Light four times.

ON: Press Light to turn on all dispenser lights.
DIM: Press Light a second time for dimmed lights.
PADS: Press Light a third time for only dispenser pad lighting.
OFF: Press Light a fourth time to turn off all lights.

The dispenser lights are non-replaceable LEDs. Refer to online "Troubleshooting" if they appear not to be working.

Dispenser Lock

The dispenser can be turned off for cleaning or to prevent accidental dispensing. Press and hold Lock for 3 seconds to lock the dispenser. Press and hold Lock again to unlock. The display indicates when the dispenser is locked.

NOTE: The lock feature deactivates controls and the dispenser lever but does not shut off power to the refrigerator, ice maker, or dispenser light.

Door Ajar Alarm

An alarm sounds if a refrigerator or freezer door is open for 5 minutes while cooling is on. The alarm repeats every 2 minutes. Close both doors to silence it. The feature resets and will reactivate if a door is left open for 5 minutes again.

NOTE: To mute the alarm temporarily while keeping doors open (e.g., for cleaning), press any button on the control panel. The Door Ajar icon will remain displayed.

Disabling Sounds

To turn off all control and dispenser sounds, press the Options button to enter Options mode, then press Options again. To turn sounds back on, repeat the process.

Temperature Settings

Press and hold the Temp button for 3 seconds to view and adjust set points. Adjusting information will appear on the display.

NOTE: Press the Light button while in adjust mode to view Celsius temperatures. Press Light again to return to Fahrenheit.

When adjust mode is activated, the display shows the refrigerator set point and "Fridge".
Press Lock to raise the set point or Options to lower it.
Press Temp to switch to the freezer set point display ("Freezer").
Press Lock to raise the set point or Options to lower it.
Press Measured Fill to save the settings.

NOTE: To exit without saving, press Ice Type or allow 60 seconds of inactivity.

Temperature Range:

Refrigerator: 33°F to 45°F (0°C to 6°C)
Freezer: -9°F to 5°F (-23°C to -15°C)

Temperature Adjustment Guide:

Condition	Temperature Adjustment
Refrigerator too cold	Increase refrigerator setting by 1°
Refrigerator too warm	Decrease refrigerator setting by 1°
Freezer too cold	Increase freezer setting by 1°
Freezer too warm / too little ice	Decrease freezer setting by 1°

IMPORTANT: Wait 24 hours before adding food. If the temperature is too warm or too cold, check that air vents are not blocked before adjusting controls. Allow at least 24 hours between adjustments.

Online Ordering Information

For detailed installation, maintenance, winter storage, and transportation tips, please refer to the Owner's Manual.

For full cycle guides, detailed product dimensions, or complete instructions for use and installation, visit https://www.whirlpool.com/owners or in Canada https://www.whirlpool.ca/owners.

Contact Information:

United States:
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer Experience Center
1-800-253-1301
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692

Canada:
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer Experience Centre
1-800-807-6777
200-6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7

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