Whirlpool EL87TRRRV Use and Care Manual - Page 11

iiili!i:iii J il,iii!!ii¸iii: i¸i,iii ii!:i; i:iiiil NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape, and wattage. 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Remove the light shield. From the front of the light shield, push backward and down. 3. Replace the light bulb with an appliance wattage. 4. Replace the light shield. 5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power. bulb of the same If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep the door closed to help food stay cold. If the power will be out for more than 24 hours, consume or can perishable food at once. REMEMBER: If the condition of the food is poor, dispose of it. Vacations If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you're away, use up any perishables and freeze other items. If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave, follow these steps. 1. Remove all food from the refrigerator. 2. Turn the control to the off position. See "Using the Control." 3. Clean refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well. 4. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold from building up. Moving When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move. 1. Remove all food from the refrigerator. 2. Turn the Control to the off position. See "Using the Control." 3. Unplug refrigerator. 4. Empty water from the defrost pan. 5. Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly. 6. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them together so they don't shift and rattle during the move. 7. Screw in the leveling legs so they don't scrape the floor. See "Door Closing." 8. Tape the doors shut and the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet. When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to "Installation Instructions" for preparation instructions. TROUBLESHOOTING Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call. Your refrigerator will not operate Has a household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit. Is the Refrigerator Control turned to the OFF position? See "Using the Control." Is the refrigerator defrosting? Recheck to see whether the refrigerator is operating in 30 minutes. Your refrigerator will regularly run an automatic defrost cycle. E(ectrica_ Shock Hazard P_ug 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 fire, or electrical shock. can result in death, • Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. 11