Whirlpool WRR56X18F Owners Manual - Page 12
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PROBLEM RECOMMENDED SOLUTIONS Refrigerator Will Not Operate Lights Do Not Work Water in Defrost Drain Pan Check that it is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Check that the temperature control is turned on. Check that the refrigerator is not running an automatic Defrost cycle. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician. Check that it is plugged into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Check that the light bulb is tight in the socket and is not burned out. It is normal for water to drip into the defrost drain pan when refrigerator is defrosting. When humidity is high, it is normal for water in the defrost pan to take longer to evaporate. Motor Seems to Run Too Much Temperature Is Too Warm The Door Will Not Close Completely or Is Difficult To Open Refrigerator Makes Loud Buzzing/Clicking Sound Check that door closes properly. Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator, causing the unit to run longer to cool back down. If this is the situation, wait approximately 6 to 8 hours to allow the refrigerator to reach the correct temperature. Remove all items out at one time, keep food organized and close door as soon as possible. Check that the condenser coils are clean. Check that space around refrigerator meets air circulation requirements. See "Location Requirements." Warmer-than-normal room temperature will cause the motor to run longer. NOTE: If none of the above, your new refrigerator will run longer than your old one due to its high-efficiency motor. Check that air vents are clear. See "Ensuring Proper Air Circulation" for air vent locations. Remove all items out at one time, keep food organized, and close door as soon as possible. Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator causing the refrigerator to run longer to cool back down. Check that the temperature control is set correctly for surrounding conditions. Check that there are no food packages blocking the door. On some models, check that the crisper covers, pans, shelves, bins, and baskets are in the correct position. Check that gaskets are clean. See the "Caring for Your Refrigerator" section. Check that the refrigerator is stable. See "Refrigerator Leveling and Door Closing." If the refrigerator has recently been plugged in or turned on following a defrost or product move, or if there has been an extended power failure, turn off the temperature alarm for the next 24 hours. Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. It can take several hours for the refrigerator to return to normal temperature. Turn the temperature alarm off for the next 24 hours. 12