Whirlpool WRS586FLDM Use & Care Guide - Page 19
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To Clean Your Refrigerator: NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools. 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. 3. Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. 4. There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal home operating environments. If the environment is particularly greasy or dusty, or there is significant pet traffic in the home, the condenser should be cleaned every 2 to 3 months to ensure maximum efficiency. If you need to clean the condenser: ■ Remove the base grille. See the "Door Removal" instructions, either in the User Instructions or the Installation Instructions and Owner's Manual, or in the separate instruction sheet provided with your refrigerator. ■ Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush to clean the grille, the open areas behind the grille and the front surface area of the condenser. ■ Replace the base grille when finished. 5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power. 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. ■ 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). ■ 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 - Upper Lights Light Shield Removal: ■ Slide the light shield toward the rear of the refrigerator and remove it from the light housing. 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). 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. Whirlpool Part Number W10574850A (2.0 watts) Whirlpool Part Number W10565137A (3.6 watts) 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. 19