Refrigerator Care; Changing The Light Bulbs; Troubleshooting - Whirlpool GD5RHAXRB00 Manual De Uso Y Cuidado

Cleaning
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically.
However, clean both sections about once a month to prevent
odors from building up. Wipe up spills immediately.
IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any
odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must
thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To prevent
odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.
To Clean Your Refrigerator:
NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window
sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes,
concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing
petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or
gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh
cleaning tools.
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior
surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a
mild detergent in warm water.
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
The refrigerator isn't cooling
Are the temperature controls set at the mid-settings? The
controls are preset at the factory to the correct mid-setting.
After connecting power, wait 1 hour before checking
temperature.
NOTE: Adjusting the controls to coldest setting will not cool either
compartment more quickly.
The lights do not work
Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded
3 prong outlet.
Is a light bulb loose in the socket or burned out? See

"Changing the Light Bulbs."

Is the dispenser light set to ON? The dispenser light will
operate only when the levers are pressed. If you want the
dispenser light to stay on continuously, set the dispenser light
to ON, or NIGHT LIGHT. See "Water and Ice Dispensers."
Is the dispenser light set to NIGHT LIGHT? If the dispenser
is set to the NIGHT LIGHT mode, be sure the dispenser light
sensor is not blocked. See "Water and Ice Dispensers."
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REFRIGERATOR CARE

3. Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean
4. There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
NOTE: Not all bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the
bulb with one of the same size, shape and wattage. The dispenser
light requires a heavy duty 10-watt bulb. All other lights require a
40-watt bulb. Replacement bulbs are available from your dealer.
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove light shield when applicable.
3. Remove light bulb and replace with one of the same size,
4. Replace light shield when applicable.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Temperature is too warm
Check the following:
The motor seems to run too much
Check the following:
NOTE: Your new refrigerator will run longer than your old one due
to its high-efficiency motor.
sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.
home operating environments. If the environment is
particularly greasy or dusty, or there is significant pet traffic in
the home, the condenser should be cleaned every 2 to
3 months to ensure maximum efficiency.
If you need to clean the condenser:
Remove the base grille.
Use a vacuum cleaner 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.
Changing the Light Bulbs
NOTE: To clean the light shield, wash it with warm water and
liquid detergent. Rinse and dry the shield well.
shape and wattage.
Are the air vents blocked in either compartment?
Are the door(s) opened often?
Has a large amount of food just been added to the refrigerator
or freezer?
Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding conditions?
Is the room temperature hotter than normal?
Has a large amount of food just been added to the
refrigerator?
Are the doors opened often?
Are the doors not closed completely?
Are the condenser coils dirty?