Whirlpool WRF954CIHM Instruction Sheet

GETTING STARTED: REVIEW BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION

SAVE THESE AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS! For more details and additional important information, see the other instructions provided inside your refrigerator.

IMPORTANT:

Please measure doorways and other obstructions in the installation path prior to conducting the installation.

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Minimum opening required is 33" (838 mm). If the opening is less than 36" (914 mm), removal of doors, drawer, and hinges is required.

90°

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Printed in U.S.A.

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.

WARNING

IMPORTANT

INSTALLATION CHECKLIST

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Electrical Power

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Plug refrigerator into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

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Doors

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If doors need to be removed during installation,

see the “Remove and Replace Doors” section in

the instructions.

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Check that handles are secure and installed according

to the instructions.

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Doors seal completely.

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Refrigerator is level. (Remove base grille and adjust leveling

feet so they are snug against the floor.)

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Doors are even across the top. (Use door alignment feature

if necessary.)

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Base grille is properly attached to the refrigerator.

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Ice and Water System (on some models)

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Connect refrigerator to a cold water supply with 20-120 psi

water pressure, as specified in the instructions.

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Make sure the household water supply is connected and

turned on.

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Check that the water supply line behind refrigerator

is not kinked.

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Only use recommended water supply tubing, copper, or

PEX, as specified in the instructions.

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Install water filter according to the instructions.

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Flush water system with 3 gallons of water, as specified

in the instructions.

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Check for water leaks at all connections.

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Turn on ice maker if refrigerator is connected to water

supply. (If not connected to water supply, turn off ice maker.)

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Final Checks

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Install air filter and Produce Preserver according

to instructions in corresponding packaging.

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Remove all shipping material.

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Set temperature controls to the recommended settings.

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Save instructions and other literature.

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Send in Registration Card or register your product online.

TOOLS REQUIRED

Depending on the width of the door opening, the following

tools may be required to remove, replace, and align the

refrigerator doors.

Tools Needed:

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#2 Phillips screwdriver – top hinge cover screws

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TORX

®

T25

®†

bit – top hinge screws, center hinge screws,

lower foot brackets

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¼" hex nut driver – base grille, freezer drawer screws,

and brake/leveling feet

Tools Provided:

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1

/

8

" hex key - handle set screws and door alignment

ENERGY SAVER MODE AND

NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS

Your new French Door Bottom Mount refrigerator has been

designed to optimize energy efficiency and better regulate

temperatures to match cooling demand.

You may notice that it operates differently from your previous

refrigerator.

It is normal for the high-efficiency compressor to run for

extended periods of time at varying speeds in order to

consume only the energy necessary for optimum efficiency.

In addition, during various stages of the cooling cycle, you

may hear normal operating sounds that are unfamiliar to you.

Energy Saver Mode

Turns off the anti-sweat heaters to save you power. When the

icon is bright, the function is activated (heaters OFF); icon

OFF, means that it is inactive (heaters ON).

You can toggle the feature by pressing the button. If you live

in a climate with high humidity, Energy Saver mode is not

recommended.

LEVELING

(AFTER MOVING TO FINAL LOCATION)

DOOR ALIGNMENT

Align Refrigerator Doors

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If doors are uneven:

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Ensure the refrigerator is level.

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Keeping both refrigerator doors closed, pull out the

freezer drawer. Locate the bottom hinge pin of the

right-hand refrigerator door. The alignment screw is

inside the bottom hinge pin.

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Insert the short end of the ¹⁄

8

" hex key wrench (packed

with the Door Handle Installation Instructions) into the

bottom hinge pin until it is fully engaged in the alignment

screw.

To raise the refrigerator door, turn the hex key to the right.

To lower the door, turn the hex key to the left.

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Continue to turn the alignment screw until the tops of the

doors are aligned.

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To steady or adjust the tilt of the refrigerator,

you must first remove the base grille:

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Use a

1

/

4

" hex nut driver to remove both screws in base

grille.

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Grasp the base grille firmly and pull it toward

you to remove. Open the freezer drawer.

Steady the Refrigerator

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If the refrigerator seems unsteady or rolls when the

door(s) or drawer(s) are pulled open:

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Use a

1

/

4

" hex nut driver to turn both brake feet clockwise

the same amount until they are snug against the floor.

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Use a level to make sure the refrigerator is level from side

to side and front to back.

NOTE:

Having someone push against the top of

the refrigerator takes some weight off the brake feet,

making it easier to turn the feet.

WATER FILTER INSTALLATION

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Locate the water filter compartment in the lower left-hand

side of the refrigerator compartment. Push on the right

side of the filter door to open.

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Align the arrow on the water filter cap with the cutout

notch in the filter housing and insert filter.

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Once the filter is inserted, turn the filter clockwise

90° (¼ turn) until it locks into the housing.

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Push water filter door closed to latch.

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Flush 3 gallons of water through the water system to clear

air from the water line and to keep the dispenser from

dripping and/or avoiding decreased dispenser flow.

NOTE:

If the filter is not installed correctly, water may

dispense at a lower flow rate and ice will be produced

slower. Improper filter installation may also cause the

water filter housing to leak.

ICE MAKER ON/OFF SWITCH

Models with Ice Storage Bin on Door

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Open the left-hand refrigerator door.

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Open the ice storage bin door.

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Locate the ice maker switch on left wall of bin area.

Models with Ice Storage Bin in Freezer

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To turn the ice maker on, touch the Icemaker2 button

on display across the inside top of the refirgerator.

Ice storage bin release latch

If doors need to be removed during installation,

remove/

replace doors at 90º to the unit.

See the “Remove and Replace

Doors” section in the User Guide for further instructions and

for troubleshooting.

Shelf Height Adjustment

Shelf height can be adjusted by changing the adjustable

shelf mounts between their vertical and horizontal

positions.

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Carefully lift the shelf off the shelf mounts and turn the

flipper to the desired orientation.

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Repeat for remaining shelf mounts.

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Ensure the shelf is properly seated on the shelf mounts.

INSTALLING AIR FILTER

Install the air filter behind the vent cover, located on the rear

wall near the middle of the refrigerator.

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Remove the air filter from its packaging.

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Pull out plastic cover to open the vented cover.

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Snap the filter into place.

A. Air filter

A

To view videos on door removal/

replacement, door adjustment,

water filter installation, air filter

installation, shelf adjustment or

removal, and Wi-Fi connectivity

(if applicable), scan the code to

the left with your mobile device.

†®TORX and T25 are registered trademarks of Acument Intellectual Properties, LLC.

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to lift the refrigerator door.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

IMPORTANT:

Connect to potable water supply only.

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