Whirlpool Side-by-Side Refrigerator Quick Start Guide

Operating Instructions

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

NOTE: The display screen on the dispenser control panel will turn off automatically and enter "sleep" mode when the control buttons and dispenser pads have not been used for 2 minutes or more. While in "sleep" mode, the first press of a control button will only reactivate the display screen without changing any settings. Touch any control button on the dispenser panel to activate the display screen. The home screen will appear.

Control Panel Layout: Features buttons for Refrigerator Temp, Freezer Temp, Light, Ice Type, Lock, and Filter Reset. A display shows temperature settings indicated by bars.

Refrigerator Control

Press Refrigerator Temp to view the current set point.
Press Refrigerator Temp again to adjust the set point. The setting increases by 1 bar with each press, returning to 1 bar after reaching 5.
After 2 minutes of inactivity, changes are saved and the display returns to the home screen.

Freezer Control

Press Freezer Temp to view the current set point.
Press Freezer Temp again to adjust the set point. The setting increases by 1 bar with each press, returning to 1 bar after reaching 5.
After 2 minutes of inactivity, changes are saved and the display returns to the home screen.

For your convenience, refrigerator and freezer controls are preset at the factory. Upon initial installation, ensure both controls are set to the "mid-setting," indicated by three illuminated bars.

IMPORTANT: Wait 24 hours before adding food. Adding food before the refrigerator has cooled completely may cause spoilage.

NOTE: Adjusting set points to a colder setting than recommended will not cool compartments faster.

If the temperature is too warm or too cold, first check that air vents are not blocked before adjusting controls.
Preset settings are suitable for normal household usage. Controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as desired and ice cream is firm.
Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments. Recheck temperatures before making further changes.

Temperature Set Points

The set point range for the refrigerator and freezer is "1 bar" (least cold) to "5 bars" (coldest).

Use the following chart as a guide for adjusting temperature set points:

Condition	Temperature Adjustment
Refrigerator too cold	Refrigerator Temp one setting lower
Refrigerator too warm	Refrigerator Temp one setting higher
Freezer too cold	Freezer Temp one setting lower
Freezer too warm / too little ice	Freezer Temp one setting higher

Dispenser Light ?

The dispenser light turns on automatically when the dispenser is used. To keep the light on continuously, press the Light button. Press Light again to turn it off.

The dispenser lights are LEDs and cannot be changed. For issues with dispenser lights, refer to the online "Troubleshooting" section.

Dispenser Lock ?

The dispenser can be turned off for easy cleaning or to prevent accidental dispensing by children or pets.

NOTE: The lock feature does not disable power to the refrigerator, ice maker, or dispenser light. It only deactivates controls and the dispenser lever. To turn off the ice maker, consult the "Ice Maker and Storage Bin" section in the Owner's Manual.

Press and hold Lock for 3 seconds to lock the dispenser.
Press and hold Light for 3 seconds to unlock the dispenser.

The display screen indicates when the dispenser is locked.

Online Ordering Information

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

For information on full cycle guides, detailed product dimensions, or complete use and installation instructions, visit whirlpool.com/owners (US) or whirlpool.ca/owners (Canada). This may help avoid service calls.

For assistance, contact the appropriate region:

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

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

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