Midea WHD-113FW1, WHD-113FB1, WHD-113FSS1 Refrigerator Compact User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Midea
Table of Contents
Midea WHD-113FW1, WHD-113FB1, WHD-113FSS1 Refrigerator Compact
Warning:
Before using this product, please read this manual carefully and keep it for
future reference. The design and specifications are subject to change without
prior notice for product improvement. Consult with your dealer or manufacturer
for details.
SERIAL/MODEL NUMBERS AND IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and Save These Instructions
This Instruction Manual provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use your refrigerator only as instructed in this guide. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided below. The serial
plate is located on the upper left wall inside the refrigerator.
- Model Number:
- Serial Number:
- Purchase Date:
WARNING
Please read all instructions before using this refrigerator.
Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard-related.
WARNING
For Your Safety
Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable vapors and liquids, in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read product labels for flammability and other warnings.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Electrical Information
- The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115V, 60Hz, 15 Amp, AC only electrical outlet. The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle. The receptacle must be installed inaccordance with local codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician. Avoid connecting the refrigerator to a ground fault interruption (GFI) circuit. Do not use an extension cord or adaptor plug.
- If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced by an authorized service technician to prevent any risk.
- Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord.
- Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock. Performance may be affected if the voltage varies by 10% or more. Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the compressor. Such damage is not covered under your warranty.
- Do not plug the unit into an electrical outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to preventB the refrigerator from being turned off accidentally.
WARNING
Child Safety
- Destroy Carton, plastic bags and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the refrigerator is unpacked. Children should never play with these items. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation.
- Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can cause severe cuts and destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture.
- Keep all empty, discarded refrigerators out of the reach of children.
- Remove the door(s) of any appliance that is not in use, even if it is being discarded.
WARNING
Proper Disposal of Your Refrigerator Risk of Child Entrapment
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or
abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will sit for “justa
few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the
instructions below to help prevent accidents. We strongly encourage
responsible appliance recycling/ disposal methods. Check with your utility
company or visit
www.recyclemyoldfridge.com for more
information about recycling your old refrigerator.
Before you throw away your old refrigerator:
- Remove the doors.
- Leave the shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside.
- Have the refrigerator removed by a qualified service technician?
INSTALLATION
This use and care guide provides general operating instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this manual. Before starting the refrigerator, follow these important first steps.
Location
- Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug.
- To operate the most efficiently, the refrigerator should be located where surrounding temperatures will not drop below 10°F (-12°C) or exceed 110°F (43°C). The Freeze Control Feature is designed to automatically maintain the selected interior refrigerator temperature within these boundaries.
- Allow space around the unit for good air circulation. Leave a 4-inch (101.6mm) space on the back and 3 inches (76.2mm) on the sides of the refrigerator for adequate circulation.
NOTE
The exterior walls of the refrigerator may become quite warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from the inside. Temperatures as much as 30°F warmer than room temperature can be expected. For this reason, it is particularly important in hotter climates to allow enough space for air circulation around your refrigerator.
Leveling
The refrigerator must have all bottom corners resting firmly on a solid floor.
The floor must be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator. NOTE:
It is very important for your refrigerator to be level in order to function
properly. If the refrigerator is not leveled during installation, the door may
be misaligned and not close or seal properly, causing cooling, frost or
moisture problems.
How to Level Your Refrigerator
After removing all interior and exterior packaging materials, and discarding
crating screwS and wood base, use a carpenter’s level to level the
refrigerator from front-to-back. Adjust the leveling feet in front, a half
bubble higher, so that the door closes easily when left halfway open.
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
Cleaning
- Wash any removable parts of the refrigerator interior and exterior with a mild detergent and warm water. Wipe dry. Do not use harsh cleaners on these surfaces.
- Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments, which can scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tape can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent, or touch the residue with the sticky side of the tape already removed. Do not remove the serial plate.
CAUTION
To allow the door to close and seal properly, DO NOT let| food packages extend
past the front of the shelves.
- Install the refrigerator in the coolest part of a dry and ventilated room, out of direct sunlight and away from heating ducts or registers. Do not place the refrigerator next to heat-producing appliances such as a range, oven or dishwasher.
- Level the refrigerator so the door closes tightly.
- Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents. Doing so causes the refrigerator to run longer and use more energy. Shelves should not be lined with aluminum foil, wax paper or paper towels. Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the refrigerator less efficient.
- Wipe bottles and containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator. This cuts down on moisture build- up inside the unit.
- Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings. Remove as many items as needed at one time, and close the door as soon as possible.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
- The temperature selector knob is located on the right-hand interior wall of the refrigerator.
- OFF Setting: Unit off
- MIN Setting: Less cool temperature
- MED Setting: Normal operation (adequate for most situations)
- MAX Setting: Coolest temperature
- During high ambient temperatures on hot summer days, it may be necessary to set the thermostat to the coolest setting (MAX).
- This may cause the compressor to run continuously in order to maintain a low temperature in the cabinet.
- When using the refrigerator freezer for the first time or after defrosting it, turn the temperature control to MAX for at least two hours before putting in food. All frozen food products you purchase should be placed in the freezer compartment as soon as possible to prevent the frozen food from thawing.
- Follow the storage recommendations printed on the frozen food packaging.
REFRIGERATOR COMPONENTS
- Freezer
- Thermostat
- Shelves
- Leveling feet
- Wire steel bar
- Door
BEFORE YOU CALL
| PROBLEM | CAUSE | CORRECTION |
|---|
REFRIGERATOR OPERATION
Refrigerator does not run.| • Refrigerator is plugged into a
circuit that has a ground fault
| • Use another circuit. If you are unsure about the outlet, have it checked by a certified technician.
• See TEMPERATURE CONTROL Section.
• Ensure the plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
• Check/replace fuse with a 15 Amp time-delay fuse. Reset the circuit breaker.
• Check house lights. Call the local electric company.
| interrupter (GFI).
• Temperature control is in the OFF position.
• Refrigerator may not be
plugged in, or plug may be
| loose.
• A house fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped.
• Power outage.
Refrigerator runs too much or too long.| • Room or outside weather is hot.
• Refrigerator has recently been
disconnected for a period of
| • It’s normal for the refrigerator to work harder under these conditions.
• It takes 4 hours for the refrigerator to cool down
completely.
| time.
• Large amounts of warm or hot food has been stored recently.
• The door is opened too fre- quently or for too long.
• Refrigerator door may be slightly open.
• Temperature control is set too low.
• Refrigerator gasket is dirty,
worn, cracked or poorly fitted.
| ****
• Warm food will cause refrigerator to run more until the desired temperature is reached.
• Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more. Open door less often.
• See DOOR PROBLEMS Section.
• Turn control knob to a warmer setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize.
• Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause
refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desir-ed
| | temperature.
Interior r efrigerator temperature is too cold.| •
Temperature control is set too low.| • Turn the control to a warmer setting.
Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Interior r efrigerator temperature is too warm.| •
Temperature control is set too warm.
• Door is opened too frequently or for too long.
• Door may not be closing
properly.
• Large amounts of warm or hot food has been stored recently.
• Refrigerator has recently been
disconnected for a period of
| • Turn the control to a colder settirig. Allow several hours for temperature to stabilize.
• Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more. Open door less often.
• See the DOOR PROBLEMS Section.
• Warm food will cause refrigerator to run more until the desired temperature is reached.
• It takes 4 hours for the refrigerator to cool down
completely.
| time.|
Refrigerator external surface temperature is warm.| • The
external refrigerator walls can be as much as 30°F warm-
er than room temperature.
| • This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heat from
inside the refrigerator cabinet.
SOUND AND NOISE
Louder sound levels when r efrigerator is on.| • Modern
refrigerators have increased storage capacity and
more stable temperatures . They require a high- efficiency
compressor.
| • This is normal. When the surrounding noise level is low, you might hear the compressor running while it cools the
interior.
Midea warranty
Your product is protected by this warranty: Your product is manufactured and supported by Midea, warranty services must be obtained from Midea Consumer Services or an authorized Midea server.
Warranty
One year full warranty from original purchase date.
Midea, through its authorized servicers will:
Pay all costs for repairing or replacing parts of this appliance which prove
to be defective in materials or workmanship.
Consumer will be responsible for:
- Diagnostics, removal, transportation and reinstallation cost required because of service.
- Costs of service calls that are a result of items listed under NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER
Midea replacement parts shall be used and will be warranted only for the period remaining on the original warranty.
**NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER***
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the
consumer is responsible for the items listed below:
- Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.
- Routine maintenance and cleaning necessary to keep in good working condition.
- Proper installation by an authorized service professional in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in accordance with all local plumbing, electrical and / or gas codes.
- Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loosened connections or defects in house wiring.
- Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing.
- Damages to finish after installation.
EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not cover the following:
- Failure caused by damage to the unit while in your possession (other than damage caused by defect or malfunction), by its improper installation, or by unreasonable use of the product, including without limitation, failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance or to follow the written Installation and Operating Instructions.
- Products purchased “as-is” or refurbished are not covered by this warranty.
- Food loss caused by refrigerator or freezer failure.
- Service calls to repair or replace consumables such as water filters, light bulbs, air filters, etc., or handles, knobs and other cosmetic parts.
- Product that has been transferred from its original owner.
- Interior or exterior rust on the unit.
- Damages caused by services performed by persons other than authorized Midea servicers; use of parts other than Midea replacement parts obtained from persons other than Midea customer service; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.
- Service calls resulting from improper installation of your product.
- Service calls to instruct you on the use of your product.
- Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.
- If the unit is put to commercial, business, rental, or other use or application other than for consumer use, we make no warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for particular use or purpose.
- Product that has been removed outside the USA or Canada.
- Products without original serial numbers or products that have serial numbers which have been altered or cannot be readily determined.
Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages. So this limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment
record. The date on the bill establishes the warranty period should service be
required. If service is performed, it is your best interest to obtain and keep
all receipts. This written warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may
also have other rights that vary from state to state Service under this
warranty must be obtained by following these steps, in order:
- Contact Midea Consumer Services or an authorized Midea servicer at customerserviceusa@midea.com or 1-866-646-4332 Midea.
- If there is a question as to where to obtain service, contact our Consumer Relations Department.
Free 3 months extension of the original limited warranty period! Simply text
a picture of your proof of purchase to:
1-844-224-1614
The warranty extension is for the three months immediately following the completion of the product’s original warranty period. Individuals do not need to register the product in order to get all the rights and remedies of registered owners under the original limited warranty.
MODEL: WHD-113FW1
WHD-113FB1
WHD-113FSS1
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