Whirlpool WRT511SZDM Use & Care Guide - Page 16
Changing the Light Bulbs, Vacation and Moving Care
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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. ■ 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. Changing the Light Bulbs IMPORTANT: The light bulbs in both the refrigerator and freezer compartments of your new refrigerator use LED technology. If the lights do not illuminate when the refrigerator and/or freezer door is opened, call for assistance or service. See Warranty for phone numbers. Refrigerator Compartment Light The refrigerator light bulb is located behind the control. 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Remove the light shield by squeezing in on the sides and pulling it straight down. 3. Remove the light bulb and replace it with an appliance bulb of the same size and shape. ■ To replace an LED light bulb in the refrigerator compartment, order part number W10565137 (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 LED bulb, before installation, read and follow all instructions on the LED packaging. ■ If an incandescent bulb is used to replace an LED bulb, use only incandescent bulbs for household appliances with a maximum of 60 watts. 4. Replace the light shield. 5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power. Freezer Compartment Light (on some models) 1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2. Remove the light shield (on some models). ■ Top of the freezer compartment - Slide the light shield toward the back of the compartment to release it from the light assembly. 3. Remove the light bulb and replace it with an appliance bulb of the same size and shape. ■ To replace an LED light bulb in the freezer compartment, order part number W10574850 (2.0 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 LED bulb, before installation, read and follow all instructions on the LED packaging. ■ If an incandescent bulb is used to replace an LED bulb, use only incandescent bulbs for household appliances with a maximum of 25 watts. 4. Replace the light shield. 5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power. Vacation and Moving Care Vacations If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator On While You're Away: 1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items. 2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, and is connected to the household water supply, turn off the water supply to the refrigerator. Property damage can occur if the water supply is not turned off. 3. If you have an automatic ice maker, turn off the ice maker. NOTE: Raise the wire shutoff arm to OFF (up) position. 4. Empty the ice bin. If You Choose to Turn Off the Refrigerator Before You Leave: 1. Remove all food from the refrigerator. 2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: ■ Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time. ■ When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (up) position. 3. Turn off the Temperature control(s). See "Using the Control(s)." 4. Clean refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well. 5. 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. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: ■ Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time. ■ Disconnect the water line from the back of the refrigerator. ■ When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (up) position. 2. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice. 3. Empty the ice bin. 4. Turn off the Temperature control(s). See "Using the Control(s)." 5. Unplug refrigerator. 6. Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly. 7. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them together so they don't shift and rattle during the move. 16