Whirlpool W11661893 9 cu ft and 16 cu ft Chest Freezer Owner’s Manual

: June 13, 2024
: Whirlpool

Table of Contents

Whirlpool W11661893 9 cu ft and 16 cu ft Chest Freezer
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
General Information
Product Specifications
Product Features
Model Number Nomenclature
Component Access
References
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Whirlpool W11661893 9 cu ft and 16 cu ft Chest Freezer

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PRODUCT

Product Information

Product Name: Mulmedia Enhanced
Manufacturer: Whirlpool Corporation
Model Number: W11661893
Revision: Rev A

Product Usage Instructions

Before using the appliance, please read and follow these important safety instructions:

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Do not use an extension cord.
If power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments; farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential-type environments; bed and breakfast-type environments; and catering and similar non-retail applications.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
Do not use replacement parts that have not been recommended by the manufacturer (e.g., parts made at home using a 3D printer).

Please refer to the user manual for detailed instructions on general information, component access, sealed system access, control panel removal, and thermostat removal.

FOREWORD
This Technical Manual (Part No. W11661893 Rev A), provides the In-Home Service Professional with service information for the “Whirlpool®, Amana®, and Maytag® 9 cu ft and 16 cu ft Chest Freezer .”
The Wiring Diagram use d in this Technical Manual is typical and should be use d for training purposes only.
Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the product when se rvicing the freeze r.
For specific operating and installation information on the model being se revised, refer to the literature provided with the freezer.

GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The goal of this Technical Manual is to provide information that will enable the In-Home Service Professional to properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the “Whirlpool®, Amana®, and Maytag® 9 cu ft and 16 cu ft Chest Freezer.”
The objectives of this Technical Manual are to:

Understand and follow proper safety precautions.
Success fully troubles hoot and diagnose malfunctions.
Success fully perform necessary repairs.

General Information

This section provides general safety, parts, and information for the “Whirlpool®, Amana®, and Maytag® 9 cu ft and 16 cu ft Chest Freezer.”

Safety
Product Specifications
Product Features
Model Number Nomenclature
Model Number and Serial Number Label Location
Tech Sheet/Wiring Diagram Location

Safety
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Do not use an extension cord.
If power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments; farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential-type environments; bed and breakfast-type environments; and catering and similar non-retail applications.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
Do not use replacement parts that have not been recommended by the manufacturer (e.g., parts made at home using a 3D printer).
Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosures or in the built-in structure, clear of obstacles.
Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.

Product Specifications

Whirlpool® 9 cu ft and 16 cu ft Convertible Chest Freezer

Dimensions

Amana® 9 cu ft and 16 cu ft Chest Freezer

Dimensions

Maytag® 16 cu ft Garage Ready in Freezer Mode Chest Freezer

Dimensions

Product Features

Allow the freezer to cool 6 to 8 hours before filling with frozen food.

When the freeze r is first started, the compress or will run constantly until the cabinet is cooled. It may take 6 to 8 hours (or longer), depending on room temperature and the number of times the freeze r lid is opened.
After the cabinet is cooled, the compress or will turn on and off as needed to keep the freezer at the proper temperature.
The outside of your freeze r may fee l warm. This is normal.
The freeze r’s des ign and main function is to remove heat from the contents and air inside the freezer. The heat is transferred to the room air, making the outside of the freeze r feel warm.

Control Panel
The exact configuration of the control panel may vary according to the model.

Temperature adjustment thermostat.
Red light (if provided): indicates that the temperature inside the product is not low enough.
Green LED (if provided): when lit, indicates that the appliance is running.

Temperature Adjustment
Use the thermostat to select the ideal storage temperature. This product could be use d both as freeze r and as refrigerator.

Freezer Use:

To use the product as freeze r se t thermostat in position “freezer”. In this case the product must be use d to store froze n food, to freeze fresh food and to make ice. Internal temperature could be se t between 6.8°F (-14°C) and -7.6°F (-22°C) (depending on the environmental conditions, this range may vary slightly).
To use the product as refrigerator se t thermostat in position “refrigerator”. In this case the product must be use d to store fresh food and beverages . Internal temperature could be set between 33.8°F (1°C) and 41°F (5°C) (depending on the environmental conditions, this range may vary slightly).
To turn off the product se t thermostat in OFF position. In this case the product is already connected to power supply

Refrigerator Use:
Before switching from freeze r use to refrigerator use follow:

Check that froze n food is not prese nt inside the cavity to avoid unwanted food defrosting.
Defrost and clean the product to avoid water stagnation on the bottom.
NOTE: In the case of high levels of humidity, it is possible that inside the appliance condensation may form on both the walls and the bottom of the compartment. This is absolutely natural and does not jeopardies the operation of the appliance in any way.

Chest Freezer Food Storage:

1-3 months suggested for bread, fish and ice-cream
4-7 months suggested for poultry, citrus and beef
8-12 months for pork, vegetables and fruit

Model Number Nomenclature

Whirlpool® Model Number Nomenclature

$Whirlpool-W11661893-9-cu-ft-and-16-cu-ft-Chest-Freezer- $4$$

Amana® Model Number Nomenclature

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Maytag® Model Number Nomenclature

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Model Number and Serial Number Label Location

Tech Sheet/Wiring Diagram Location

Component Access

This section provides service parts access , removal, and replacement instructions for the “Whirlpool®, Amana®, and Maytag® 9 cu ft and 16 cu ft Chest Freezer.”

Sealed System Access
Control Panel Removal
Thermostat Removal

Sealed System Access
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

Remove one (1) screw holding compress or grid in place.
Remove compress or grid.
- A. Inverter
- B. Compressor
- C. Drier

Control Panel Removal
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

Locate the thermostat casing.
Locate the marked hole from underneath.
Use a standard screwdriver to release the tab.+
From the front of the unit, pull out on left side of Control Panel.
Slide panel to the left to remove.

Thermostat Removal
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

Remove the 5.5 mm or 732 hex head screw.
Remove the thermostat housing.
Pull on knob to remove.
Remove 14 mm or 916 nut.
Pull up on wire retainer to loose n and remove the thermostat, then remove four (4) wires

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS & WARRANTY INFORMATION SOURCES

IN THE UNITED STATES:
FOR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION CALL: FOR WHIRLPOOL PRODUTS: -800-253- 30
FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WHILE AT THE CUSTOMER’S HOME CALL: THE Ethnical Assistant LINE: -800-832-7 74
HAVE YOUR STORE NUMBER READY TO IDENTIFY YOU AS AN AUTHORIZED IN-HOME SERVICE PROFESSIONAL
FOR LITERATURE ORDERS (CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE CENTER): PHONE: -800-85 -4105
FOR TECHNICAL INFORMATION AND SERVICE POINTERS: www.servicematters.com

IN CANADA:
FOR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION CALL: -800-41 -518
FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WHILE AT THE CUSTOMER’S HOME CALL: THE Ethnical Assistant LINE: -800-488-479
HAVE YOUR STORE NUMBER READY TO IDENTIFY YOU AS AN AUTHORIZED IN-HOME SERVICE PROFESSIONAL
Whirlpool®, Amana®, and Maytag® 9 cu ft and 16 cu ft Chest Freezer W11661893 Rev A