Whirlpool WRS571CIDM Installation Guide - Page 13

Lights IMPORTANT: The light bulbs in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments of your new refrigerator may use LED technology. If the lights do not illuminate when the refrigerator and/or freezer door is opened, call for assistance or service. In the U.S.A., call 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777. Light Styles: The dispenser lights are mini LEDs that cannot be changed. The interior lights vary by model. ■ Some models have mini LEDs that cannot be changed. Refrigerator Compartment - Upper Lights Light Shield Removal: ■ Slide the light shield toward the rear of the refrigerator and remove it from the light housing. ■ Some models have full-size LED bulbs that can be changed. To order replacement LED bulbs, call 1-800-253-1301 (U.S.A.) or 1-800-807-6777 (Canada). Replacement Bulb: ■ If the burned-out light is a full-size LED bulb, replace it with Whirlpool part number W10574850A (a 2.0 watt LED bulb). ■ If the burned-out light is an incandescent bulb, replace it with an incandescent appliance bulb of the same size, shape and wattage (40-watt maximum). Whirlpool Part Number W10574850A (2.0 watts) Whirlpool Part Number W10565137A (3.6 watts) Light Shield Reinstallation: ■ Align the light shield in the grooves at the bottom edge of the light housing, then slide it forward until it snaps into place. NOTE: Some LED replacement bulbs are not recommended for wet/damp environments. The refrigerator and freezer compartments are considered to be wet/damp environments. If using a brand of LED bulb other than the recommended Whirlpool LED bulb, read and follow all instructions on the replacement bulb's packaging before installing it. ■ Some models have incandescent 40-watt bulbs that can be changed. NOTE: Not all replacement bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Do not use an incandescent bulb in excess of 40 watts. To Change a Light Bulb: 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Remove the light shield, as explained in the following sections. NOTE: To clean the light shield, wash it with warm water and liquid detergent. Before reinstalling, thoroughly rinse and dry the shield. 3. Replace the burned-out light bulb, as explained in the following sections. 4. Reinstall the light shield, as explained in the following sections. 5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power. Refrigerator Compartment - Lower Lights Light Shield Removal: ■ Slide the light shield to the right to remove the left end from the wall slots, then pull the right end out of its wall slots. Replacement Bulb: ■ If the burned-out light is a full-size LED bulb, replace it with Whirlpool part number W10565137A (a 3.6 watt LED bulb). ■ If the burned-out light is an incandescent bulb, replace it with an incandescent appliance bulb of the same size, shape and wattage (40-watt maximum). 13