Moving
When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow
these steps to prepare it for the move.
1. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one
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day ahead of time.
Disconnect the water line from the back of the
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refrigerator.
When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shutoff
■
arm to the OFF (up) position or press the switch to OFF,
depending on your model.
2. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen
food in dry ice.
PROBLEM
The refrigerator will not operate Check electrical supply
The motor seems to run too
much
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Try the solutions suggested here first before calling for assistance.
WARNING
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.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Check controls
New installation
High-efficiency compressor and
The room or outdoor temperature is hot
A large amount of warm food has been
recently added
The door(s) are opened too frequently or
for too long
3. Empty the ice bin.
4. Turn off the Temperature control(s). See "Using the
Control(s)."
5. Unplug refrigerator.
6. Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.
7. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them
together so they don't shift and rattle during the move.
8. Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so
it rolls more easily OR raise the leveling screws so they don't
scrape the floor. See "Adjust the Door(s)" or "Door Closing
and Door Alignment."
9. Tape the doors closed and tape the power cord to the back
of the refrigerator.
When you get to your new home, put everything back and
refer to the "Installation Instructions" section for preparation
instructions. Also, if your refrigerator has an automatic ice
maker, remember to reconnect the water supply to the
refrigerator.
Operation
SOLUTIONS
Plug the power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not use an extension cord.
Make sure there is power to the outlet. Plug in a
lamp to see if the outlet is working.
Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Replace any blown
fuses.
NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.
Make sure the controls are turned on. See "Using
the Controls."
Allow 24 hours following installation for the
refrigerator to cool completely.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to the
coldest setting will not cool either compartment
quicker.
This is normal. Larger, more efficient refrigerators
run longer.
It is normal for the refrigerator to work longer under
these conditions. For optimum performance, place
the refrigerator in an indoor, temperature-controlled
environment. See "Location Requirements."
Warm food will cause the refrigerator to run longer
until the air cools to the desired temperature.
Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run
more. Open the door less often.