Whirlpool WSF26C2EXF Owners Manual - Page 14

Troubleshooting - ice maker not working

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Changing the Light Bulbs 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 lights are LEDs that cannot be changed. 2. Remove light shield when applicable. NOTE: To clean the light shield, wash it with warm water and liquid detergent. Rinse and dry the shield well. ■ On some models, the interior lights are LEDs that cannot be changed. 3. Remove light bulb and replace with one of the same size, shape and wattage. ■ On some models, the interior lights require a 40-watt bulb. 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 4. Replace light shield when applicable. 5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) to possibly avoid the cost of a service call. In the U.S.A., www.whirlpool.com In Canada, www.whirlpool.ca Refrigerator Operation The refrigerator will not operate WARNING The motor seems to run too much Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its high-efficiency compressor and fans. The refrigerator may run even longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors are opened often, or if the doors have been left open. 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. ■ Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. ■ Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is working. ■ Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. ■ Are controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on. See "Using the Controls." ■ New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool completely. NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting will not cool either compartment more quickly. The refrigerator is noisy Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are listed some normal sounds with an explanation. ■ Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker ■ Clicking/Snapping - valves opening or closing ■ Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance ■ Rattling - flow of refrigerant, water line, or from items placed on top of the refrigerator ■ Sizzling/Gurgling - water dripping on the heater during defrost cycle ■ Popping - contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially during initial cool-down ■ Water running - may be heard when ice melts during the defrost cycle and water runs into the drain pan ■ Creaking/Cracking - occurs as ice is being ejected from the ice maker mold. The doors will not close completely ■ Door blocked open? Move food packages away from door. ■ Bin or shelf in the way? Push bin or shelf back in the correct position. 14

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Changing the Light Bulbs
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 lights are LEDs that cannot be changed.
On some models, the interior lights are LEDs that cannot
be changed.
On some models, the interior lights require a 40-watt bulb.
1.
Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.
Remove light shield when applicable.
NOTE:
To clean the light shield, wash it with warm water and
liquid detergent. Rinse and dry the shield well.
3.
Remove light bulb and replace with one of the same size,
shape and wattage.
4.
Replace light shield when applicable.
5.
Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
In the U.S.A., www.whirlpool.com
In Canada, www.whirlpool.ca
Refrigerator Operation
The refrigerator will not operate
Power cord unplugged?
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Is outlet working?
Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is
working.
Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped?
Replace
the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues,
call an electrician.
Are controls on?
Make sure the refrigerator controls are on.
See “Using the Controls.”
New installation?
Allow 24 hours following installation for the
refrigerator to cool completely.
NOTE:
Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting
will not cool either compartment more quickly.
The motor seems to run too much
Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its
high-efficiency compressor and fans. The refrigerator may run
even longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors
are opened often, or if the doors have been left open.
The refrigerator is noisy
Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this
reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new
refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are
listed some normal sounds with an explanation.
Buzzing
- heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice
maker
Clicking/Snapping
- valves opening or closing
Pulsating
- fans/compressor adjusting to optimize
performance
Rattling
- flow of refrigerant, water line, or from items placed
on top of the refrigerator
Sizzling/Gurgling
- water dripping on the heater during
defrost cycle
Popping
- contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially
during initial cool-down
Water running
- may be heard when ice melts during the
defrost cycle and water runs into the drain pan
Creaking/Cracking
- occurs as ice is being ejected from the
ice maker mold.
The doors will not close completely
Door blocked open?
Move food packages away from door.
Bin or shelf in the way?
Push bin or shelf back in the correct
position.
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