RTD2300 Top Mount Refrigerator

Product Information: Top Mount Refrigerator

Specifications:

• Model Numbers: RTD2300, RTD2100, RTD1900, RTD19EO, RTF1900
• Brand: Maytag
• Color: Available in multiple colors
• Dimensions: Varies by model
• Weight: Varies by model
• Capacity: Varies by model

About Your Maytag Refrigerator:

Congratulations on your choice of a Maytag refrigerator! This
refrigerator is designed to provide excellent performance, easy
cleaning, convenience, and dependability. Before using your new
refrigerator, it is important to understand how it operates. This
manual provides detailed instructions and information to help you
fully enjoy and maintain your Maytag refrigerator.

Installation:

1. Remove and discard the cantilever shelf packing clips located
just above each shelf. To remove plastic clips, wiggle the clips
sideways and pull straight out.

2. Locate your refrigerator in a suitable area:

• Ensure there is a free flow of air through the front base
  grille.

• Avoid installing the refrigerator where the room temperature
  can go below 55 degrees F, as it may not run frequently enough to
  maintain proper temperature in the freezer.

• Leave a space of about 1/2 inch between the refrigerator and
  adjacent walls or cabinets for ease of installation.

• If the hinge side of the refrigerator is against a wall,
  provide additional space for the door to be opened wider.

Usage Instructions:

Temperature Control:

1. The temperature control dial is located inside the
refrigerator compartment.

2. To adjust the temperature, turn the dial to the desired
setting. Higher numbers indicate colder temperatures.

3. It is recommended to set the refrigerator temperature between
35-38 degrees F and the freezer temperature between 0-5 degrees F
for optimal food storage.

Shelves and Storage:

1. The refrigerator comes with adjustable shelves that can be
repositioned to accommodate items of different sizes.

2. To adjust the shelves, lift them up slightly and tilt them to
remove. Then, insert them into the desired position.

3. Use the door shelves to store frequently accessed items such
as condiments and beverages.

4. The freezer compartment contains shelves for organized
storage of frozen foods.

Cleaning and Maintenance:

1. Regularly clean the interior and exterior of the refrigerator
using a mild detergent and warm water.

2. Remove any spills or stains immediately to prevent odor and
staining.

3. Defrost the freezer compartment when ice buildup exceeds 1/4
inch. Follow the defrosting instructions provided in the
manual.

4. Check and replace the water filter, if applicable, according
to the manufacturer’s recommendations.

FAQ:

Q: Where can I find the model and serial numbers of my

refrigerator?

A: The model and serial numbers are located on a data sticker at
the top front interior of the refrigerator compartment. Refer to
the manual for an example of how it looks.

Q: How can I contact Maytag for questions or support?

A: If you have any questions about using your Maytag
refrigerator, contact Maytag customer support. Make sure to provide
them with the model and serial numbers of your refrigerator.

Q: How often should I defrost the freezer compartment?

A: It is recommended to defrost the freezer compartment when ice
buildup exceeds 1/4 inch. Follow the defrosting instructions
provided in the manual.

TOP MOUNT REFRIGERATOR MODELS RTD2300, RTD2100, RTD1900, RTD19EO, RTF1900

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
About Your May_ag ………………………………………………………………………………….. For Future Reference ……………………………………………………………………………… Consumer Publications ……………………………………………………………………………. Installation ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. General Features ……………………………………………………………………………………..
Operating the Refrigerator ……………………………………………………………………… · “l_m_perature Controls ………………………………………………………………………. · Energy” Saver Switch ………………………………………………………………………… · Warm Cabinet Surfhces …………………………………………………………………….
Adjusting the Refrigerator and Freezer Interiors ………………………………….. · Refrigerator Interior ………………………………………………………………………… Sure-Lock Shelves ……………………………………………………………………….. Door Bins …………………………………………………………………………………….
Keepers ………………………………………………………………………………………. · Freezer Interior ………………………………………………………………………………..
Freezer Shelves ……………………………………………………………………………
Speeial Storage Areas ………………………………………………………………………………. · Crispers …………………………………………………………………………………………… · Meat/Cheese Drawer ……………………………………………………………………….. · Wine Rack ………………………………………………………………………………………..
· Covered Dairy Compartment ……………………………………………………………. · Egg Cradle ………………………………………………………………………………………. Energy Saving Tips ………………………………………………………………………………….. Food Storage Tips ……………………………………………………………………………………. · Fresh Food Storage ………………………………………………………………………….. ° Frozen Food Storage ………………………………………………………………………… · Food Storage Chart ………………………………………………………………………….. Ice Service ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. · T_st Ice Cube Trays ………………………………………………………………………… · Automatic Ice Maker ………………………………………………………………………..
Care and Cleaning …………………………………………………………………………………… · Refrigerator Exterior and Interior ……………………………………………………… · Cleaning Under the Refrigerator ………………………………………………………. · Cleaning the Condenser. ………………………………………………………………….. · Cleaning the Defrost Pan ………………………………………………………………….. · Replacing the Interior Lights ……………………………………………………………. · Cleaning Chart …………………………………………………………………………………
Non-Use Periods ………………………………………………………………………………………. · Vacations ………………………………………………………………………………………….
° Moving ……………………………………………………………………………………………. Important Personal Safety Instructions ………………………………………………….. To Avoid Unnecessary Service Calls ………………………………………………………… Warranty …………………………………………………………………………………………………..

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ABOUT YOUR MAYTAG

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

(2mgratulations on your choice of’ a Maytag re[rigerator! As you llSe VOIIFncv refrigerator we kr)ow _ou will appreciate the many [eatures that provide exeelhmt perfbrmanee, case o[ cleaning, convenience and dependabilit)-.
It is impo,_ant to understand how your new r{‘ffigerator operates before xou use it. On the fbllox_dng pages }ou wili finda” wealth of i_formation regarding all aspects of your refrigerator. B}’ following the Mstmctions carefhl[), you will be able to }ully enjoy and properly maintain your M_fftag refrigerator.
Should you have an} questions about using yollr Ma}tag reffigerato< contact us, Be stnv to prmJde the model and serial nmnbers of your refrigerator,

For hture reference we suggest 5o,, retain this mmmal after recording the model numbe; serial mm_ber (six numbers and two letters) and rex4sion mmJ3er of this refrigerator in tile spaces provided below.
This iM))rmation (‘an be f{)llIld till t]’R’ data
sticker located at the top front interior o[ the refrigerator eompartment. (See example below.)

MAYTAG tlEWTON IA

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Model Number

MAYTAG CONSUMER EDUCATION

ONE DEPENDABIIJTY

SQ[ ARE

NEVI?ON, I()V) ,51)208

515-791-8911

(M{m Ffi..Sam 5tmlCentralTime)

NOTE: For sePdce and warrant information see pages 16 17,

Serial Number Revision Number

CONSUMER PUBLICATIONS

Vor mow infk}rmatioli about appliances, order the f’ol!oxx_ng items from Ma)lag tit the prices indicated. Send your name. address, booklet title, filrm number and payment to: Ma)lag (2resumer Education, One Dep(m(labili!) Square, Newton, IA 50208. Allow “1-6 weeks [i}r {](qRelT,

Appliance Bn}_ng (;uides …………………………………………………………………………………………. Vast_er 21 ]YG

50e EACIt

Drxer 212YG

I)ishwashel”

213YG

Electric Range 214YG

(;as Range — 215YG

tleI’rigerator — 276YG

Before _2}u Call (avoidil]g mme{:essa,’v servic{ calls) — z()6YG ……………………………………… 50C

El’_el]4″)-Savings Tips — 3,92YG …………………………………………………………………………………..

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INSTALLATION
Remove and discalx] cantilever shelf” packing clips ]ocated just above each shelfwhe_> it hooks onto the frame. To remme plastic clips, :_dggle tile clips sideways and pull straight out.
Locating Your Refrigerator
l. Allow a free tlow of air through the front base grille. Your model should not be iitstalled where the room temperatm’e x_411go below 55 degrees F., bee:_a” isc’ it will not ruli t’re(t,,e,_tl } enough to maintain proper temperature in the freezer.
, For ease of installation, you should leave a space of about I/2 inch [)etx_een the refrigerator and adjacent wails or c_Ninets. If’ the refrigerator is pIaeed with the hinge side against a wall. you may want to have additional space so the” door can be opened wider.
Important Leveling Information
_7,ur refrigerator is equipped with front and back rollers so it can be moved away from the wall for cleaning. The front rollers are adjustable and should be positioned so the refrigerator sits firmly on the floor and is level.
To adjust the front rollers: 1. Remove the base grille bygras.l.i.n.._…the ends,
liter and pull out.
‘I
_2. “Ik_level the refrigerator, use a screwdriver and turn roller adjusting screws clockwise to raise the cabinet or eountercloelG:4se to lower the cabinet.

TURN CLOCKWISE TO RAISE CABINET CORNER

TURN COUNTERCLOCKWISETO LOWER CABINET CORNER

3. It is not neeessarv to lock the refrigerator it place, tloweve; {f that is desirable, turn one or both of the lockhg {bet clockwise. They are located near the f’r(mt wheels.
If the floor is not level and it is necessa,’ to raise the rear of the cabinet, we suggest rolling the rear wheels onto a piece of ply, rood or other shim material.
. To replace, center the clips in the cut-out areas and push in until the base grille smq)s into plaee.

Connecting

the Appliance

WAKNING: This appliance is designed to operateon a nominal 115 volt, 15 amp, 60 cycle line,There shouldbe a separateg,rounded” circuit se_vh:g this appliance only. Do not use :m extensioic:ord.

This appliance is equipped :_4th a three pronged gr{mnding plug for :,’our protection against possible electrk_a] shock hazards. It must b, ·
plugged into a grounding receptacle. Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal responsibilit 3 and obligation of the customer to haxe it replaced _ith a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle. Do notunder any cireumstmiees, eut or remove the third (ground) prong fi’om the power cord. Do not use an adapter plug.

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GENERAL FEATURES

Adjustable Freezer Shelves

Freezer Light

Ice Cube Trays
Ice
Controls Energy
Switch
Lighting Meat
Drawer

Glass Shelves
Crispers

Adjustable Front Rollers

Base Grille

Fc.atures vai) according to model.

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Bins Keeper 2 Dairy Compartments
Cradle Keeper
ustable Door Bins
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OPERATING THE REFRIGERATOR

Temperature

Controls

Your new refdgerator has lavo controls: one (br the refrigerator comparhnent and one f}n_the fYeezer compartment, Both controls are up-float, located at the top front of the refrigerator compartment, To adjust the controls, grasp the underside of”the control and tunl.

REFRIGERATOR
9-COLDEST

RIIDtIC$S MOISTIaRE

SAVES _NKRGY

I-COLDEST

FREEZER

Initial Setting of the Controls

REFRIGEIE_TOR

Controh This control }tits

settings from 1 (warmest) to 9 (coldest). Initi’_ly set this control at 5. The refrigerator may run
fin” several hours when you first start it. This is
llorma].

FREEZER Control: This eontrol has settings
from A (warmest) to 1 (coldest) Initially set this control at E.

NOTE: The coldest freezer setting (I) is

l

recommended for short term use only*,

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Let the refrigerator run at least 8 to 12 hours before adding food. A day or so after adding {bod_ you may decide one or both compartments should be colder or warmer. If so, adjust the control(s) as instructed below.

Adjusting Controls

the Temperature

Except when starting the refrigerator, do not change either contrnl more than one nmnber or letter at a time. Allow 24 horn’s for
the temperatuw to stabilize bef'(n’e resetting. Changing either control will have some effect on the temperat, m” of the other compartment.

Freezer too warm–Turn the freezer control to the succeeding letter. For example, turn the control from E to E

Freezer too cold Turn the freezer control
to the preceding letter. For example, turn the control from E to D.

Refrigerator too warm–Tun the refiigerator control to the next higher nmnbe: For example, turn the control from 5to6.
Refrigerator too cold Turn the refdgerator control to the next lower mm_ber, For example, turn the control from 5 to4.

The Energy Saver Switch
This switch operates a heater that helps k(‘ep moisture from t))rming on the outside of the refrigerator:
To Use:

1. Move the s_ite]t to the “REDUCES MOISTURE” position only when moistm’e fbrms on the outside of the refrigerator The red indicator light is on when the sx_qtch is in tiffs position.
2. Move the switch to the “SAVES ENEtlGY” position when the humidity is low to sa_e on the enerD’ needed to operate the refrigerator.

Warm Cabinet Surfaces

Some portions (d the cabinet may be warm to the touch. This is a normal f’n,lction of the

refrigerator a4fieh helps prevent moistme condensing on the cabinet, This condition more noticeable when .VOll tlrSt start your reffigerato¢ dudng hot weather and after excessive or lengthy door openings,

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ADJUSTING THE REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER INTERIORS

Refrigerator

Interior

Sure-Lock Shelves

The refrigerator shelves are adjustable, allowing you to arrange the shelving to fit your fiunily’s }})od storage needs. Never attempt to adjust a shelf that is loaded with food.

1b remove the refrigerator shell’:

1. Grasp the shelf at the front with one hand and
push _q) under the shelf back with the other hand.

2. Lift the shelf straight out.

Door Bins
The pick-off refiigerator door bins are adjustable and can be easily removed, They are a complete bin, so items may be carried in the bin without i_dling out, To remove the door bins:
Lift the bin straight up. Tip out the bottom of the bin and pull out the bin.

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To replace the refrigerator shelf.’
1. Keeping the shelf horizontal, guide the three support tabs into the slots in the shelf supports at the rear of the cabinet,
2. Lower the shelf until the tabs lock into
position. Make sure the shelf is securely locked into position before loading it with {ood.
Meat/Cheese Drawer Shelf:
The shelf that hohts the MeatJeheese drawer
can be placed in one of three positions. When a@_sting this shell remove the Meat/Cheese drawer and look at the back wall of the drawer l)’ame, It is neeessary for the air inlet tube at the back of the refrigerator to line up at the top, middle or bottom of the air slots in the back of the Meat/Cheese drawer frame for the temperature control to work properly. Set the temperature control to the coldest position when positioning the Meat/Cheese drawer, Once the shelf has been adjusted, replace the drawer and set the control to the desired setting see page 7).
If not positioned eorreetl); items on the shelf below the drawer may tYeeze.

To replace the door bins: Insert the top hooks first. Then push in and down. Keepers Some refrigerator door bins have “keepers” to secure bottles a_M containers. The keepers will help prevent items fl’om tipping or }’alling when the door is opened and shut, On adjustable door |)ins, lift the keeper slightly to slide |rom side to side. On [‘ixe(t door bins, simply slide the keeper fYom side to side.
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Freezer Interior
Freezer Shelves
The freezer shelves {‘an be adjusted to am” {}f f’our positions to acc{mml{}date the fbod l£)ad. “lb remove tile shelf:
1. IifTup on th{‘ sh{‘lf and push to the right, 2. Tilt the left side of the shelf up and remove. To replace the shelf: 1. Tilt the shelf and insert the right rod ends int{}
the upper portion of the o})]ong holes in the fie{,zer wall. 2. I,ower the left side of the shelf and insert into the obl{nlg holes on the letT side, Make smc the shelf” is s:(!ure hot’ore loading.

SPECIAL STORAGE AREAS
Crispers
There are two crisper drawers in yore Maytag re}’rigerator. The Varl Crispers {illox_the amount of m{}isture in the drawer to t)e {‘ontrolled For storing fi_fits {}rx egetables. Setting the Vari Crisper Control M{}ve tile slide control to “FttUITS” f{}r a low moisture enviro]unc]lt aud to ‘VEGETABI_ES” for high moisture,

FRUITS _

VEGETABLES

To remove the Crisper Drawers: l. Pull out to the stop position. 2. Tilt tip the drawer fix}nt and pull out.
To replace the Crisper Drawers: 1. Align the draver rollers in the tracks. 2. Lift the drawer fi'{}nt and push in,
To remove the Crisper Shelf.” 1, Remove the crisper drawers. 2. Caret’ullv remoxe the glass insert, tleach in
from the underside and tilt up. 3. Lift the front of the crisper shelf and pldl out,
It may be necessa] T to remove the lo,a er rehigerator s}l{‘],es so the crisper shvlf can bc tilt{‘d ti}r removal.
To replaee the Crisper Shelfi Reverse the pr{_ee(lllre fbr remoxing the {rispcr shelt2

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Meat/Cheese

Drawer

Fresh mat, luncheon nleat and cheese need to
he stored ilt die coldest part o[the refrigeraor to maLximize storage time. The Meat/Cheese drawer provides these colder temperatures t)ecatlSe tti! [i-ol’t the fleezer is diweted into the drawer.

Setting the Temperature

Control

To regulate the amount o[ cold air entering the Meat/Cheese drmver, move the temperature slide control Set the slide control to the

“DELl/CHEESE”

(right) position for storage of”

luncheon meat mid cheese. Set the slide control

to the “FREStt MEAT” (left) position to provide the lowest temperature for ficsh meat storage.

NOTE: If the shelf holding the Meat/Cheese drawer is not positioned correctly, ilems on the shelf below the drawer nmy freeze. Refer to page 5 on how to position the shelf,

FRESH MEAT _

DELl iCHEESE

wine rack allows proper storage without taking ut) a[uahle shelf space. It mw also he use(t for storing one liter ctmtainers of soda. To use the wiltc rack fit it ahmg either side of any refrigerator shelI_ engage its rear ,oteh to theshelf hack comer and lay the bottle on the rack.
Covered Dairy Compartments
The butter dish is located in one of the covered daily compartments, Use this area to store either butter or margarine or other dair) products, qb use, raise the cover,

To remove the Meat/Cheese Drawer: I. Pull out to the stop position. 2. Tilt up the drawer front aml pull out.
To replace the Meat/Cheese Drawer: 1, Align the drawer rollers in the tracks, 2. Lift the drawer front and push in.
Gallon Door Storage (select models)
The door bins are large enough to hoht a gallon of milk or juice.
Wine Rack (select models)
Corked wines should be st.red in a horizontal position to keep the cork moist. This prevents air from getting into the wine and spoiling it. The

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Egg Cradle
Th_ _egg cradle can be placd on a M’rigerator shelf or stored in a door bin, It holds it “dozenplus” eggs.

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ENERGY SAVING TIPS
i. Locate the refrigerator away from heat producing applianees such as tile range or dishwasher, heat vents and direct sunlight.
5, l,eveI the refrigerator and do not block ventilation around the front grille.
3. Keep the freezer filll to near capaei_’ so less cold air will escape during door openings. When less than two thirds f_ll, place milk cartons half fill of water in the freezer.
4 Let hot dishes coo! slightly betk_re putting into the refrigerator or freeze:r.
5, Cover liquids. 6. Clean the refrigerator condenser coils eve U
8-4 months, more often if you have pets (see page 13).
. Wipe moisture from the outside of eontainers befi_re plaeing them into the refrigerator.
8. Set tile Energ T Saver switch to the “SAVES ENEIIGY'” position unless moisture forms on the outside of the refrigerator.
9. Avoid opening the doors too often.

FOOD STORAGE TIPS
Fresh Food Storage
The tYesh fbod compartment ofa refi’igerator should be kept bem_een 34°F and 40°F with an optinmm temperature of 37°E To cheek the temperature, pIace art appliance thermometer in a glass of water and place in the center of’ the refrigerator. Check after 24 hours. If the temperature is above 40°F adjust the controls as explained on page 4.
Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves. Overcrowding reduces the circulation of air aromd the food and results in uneven cooling. Leave breathing space around food containers for best cooling resuhs.
The storage requirements for different foods vary’ depending on flle temperature and moisture needed. Refer to the Food Storage Chart on pages 10-11 for approximate storage times. To mNntain the best possible quality keep the following considerations in mind:
Meat and Cheese
· ‘Ib maximize storage time store these items in the Meat/Cheese drawer, tefer to page 7 for temperature settings.
Fruits and Vegetables
· Storage in the crisper drawers traps moisture to help keep frtfits and vegetables fresh, The Vari Crisper allows the moisture level to be adjusted depending on what is stored in the crisper. Generall> fruits need low moisture and vegetables need high moisture, t{efer to page 6 f?Jrsetting the control.
· Fruit and vegetable quality affects the length of storage. Quali can vaU from item to item, variety to variety and season to season+ For example, a rainy growing season can cause lettuce to be brown when purchased or brovm more quickly. Sort fruits and vegetables before storage and use bruised or soft items first. Discard those shox,Angsigns of decay.

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° When storing vegetables, the crispers will per[brm better if they are at least two-thirds fhll. If they are less than tavo-thirds th[1, always store vegetahles in plastic bags or airtight containers to reduce moisture loss.

· Alwavs wrap odorous fbods such as onions and
cabbage so the odor does not transfer to other fbods.

· While vegetables need a certain amount of moisture to remain fresh, too much moisture

can shorten storage times {espeekdly lettuee). Be sm’e the vegetables are well drained before

storing. It may Mso be helptid to place a Iayer of paper towels in the bottom of the bag to

absorb

all_i excess tooist!lFe,

Dairy Food
· Store butt(r and margarine in the Dai U Compartments {bund in the refi- igerator doo_t
· Most dairy foods such as milk, cream, sour cream and cottage cheese hax,e freshness dates on their cartons for appropriate length of storage, Store these [hods in the original carton and ref)igerate immediately after purehasing and each use. Close carton lids tightly to keep out air and odors.
° Occasionally mold x_411develop on tile surface of hard cheeses (Swiss, Cheddar, Parmesan). The moldy areas can be trimmed away and the remaining cheese wiI1 still be flavorful and saib to eat.

Frozen Food Storage
The fi’eezer compartment of a refrigerator should be kept at ()°F or lower, qb check the freezer, place an appliance thermometer between the frozen packages and cheek after 24 hours. A f?eezer operates inore efficiently when it is at least two4hirds full. If not this full, it will be helpful to fill milk cartons half IChllof water and place them in the freezer.
Refer to the Food Storage Chart on pages 10-11 for approximate storage times. For/:he best results when fi-eezing foods, fol!ow these guidelines:

Packaging

Foods for Freezing

° Vhen freezing fruits and vegetables select fresh, top-quality products.

° Use a freezer wrap that is dr-, moisture- and vapor-proof Some good choices are heavyduty aluminum fbiL {)eezer plastic wrap, polyethylene-coated freezer paper; freezer bags or airtight containers. Force as much air
out o[“the packages as possible and be sure they are tightly sealed. Trapped air ean cause the food to do out, change color am! develop an off-flavor (freezer bunQ.

Fresh meats and poult U can be left in the store wr_q)ping when freezing for less than two wccks. For longer storage, ovev, vrap with a suitable freezer wrap. Do not refi’eeze meat that has completely thawed.

Loading the Freezer
° Avoid adding too much warm food to the freezer at one time. Tl-fis overloads the freezer, slows the rate of fi>ezing and can raise the temperatme of alma@ frozen fi)ods.
° Place tile packages in the coktest part of the freezer first (against the walls or bottom of the compartment} to insure the food fi*eezes as quickly as possible. Leave atlittle space between tile packages so cold air (:an circulate.
° Avoid storing hard-to-freeze foods such as ice cream and orange juice on the freezer door shelves. These foods are best stored in the
freezer interior where the temperature varies less with door openings.

Foods That Don’t Freeze Well
· Some toods cmmot be frozen sueeessfidly because the freezing causes them to deteriorate. These include:
potatoes (unless mashed) eream filIings cooked egg whites
SOtlr creaul
salad greens luncheon meat
soft cheeses (cream, cottage, processed) mayonnaise milk and ereaul
gelatin salads bananas citrus fruits

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Food Storage Chart The fblloxxmg chine shows approximato storage times ‘_tbr aM(ms refrigerat(,d and frozen [hods, Those
storage times can _ai)’ depending on the t),t,e of packaging used and tho storage temperatures,

Foods D?HRY PRODUCTS

Refrigclnttor Time

Freezer Time

Storage Tips

P,uttor
Milk & cream
(]it:’at/l 0h( _’se, chc(‘s(?
spr(‘ad & oh( (‘so fbod Cottage cheese
ltard oboes(, (Swiss, Cheddar& Parm(‘san)
SOlll’ CFt_4I[H
EGCS Ef_gs in the shell L(‘Rox_q+xolks or whites FRESH FRUITS Apples
Banmms, pears &
avocados
Berries & oherries
Cih’us fruits
Crapes
P(‘acIws, nectarines, plunls & apri,:ots Pine_q>ples, cut

1-2 weeks I week
I–:2weeks 5-7 days I 2 months 10 (tins

69 months
¢)t F(?t’OIIIII/(‘II(I(Rt
Not recommended Not r(‘eommelJ(lcd Ma become crHmblv
Not F(‘COHIIIIUIId(?d

5;t( r(‘ onlell(re<d/ i%r immediate use i_Jthe

])all) Conipartnlent,

Vrap tif_htly or cover.

Check till’ carton (tatin,_. (Tlosc tightly, l)ont retrain rams(x[ portions to original (x)iltaincr Don’t frl,,,ze cr(.am mil(,ss wllippcd.
Wrap tightly, Some cheese fi)o(ls can be stored tbr longer periods,
Stow in oriRhmI carton. Check tlw carton datinfr.

Wrap tightly. Cut offmold if it devcIops o_1 the sm’}”<lc(,.

Store in the oriiilal cartonC.heck tile car(m dating.

NOt IX?(?OllllliOll([t’d

] lh!fri_erastmcallendsdo_n,

2-4 days

9 12 months

For _’ach cup of’yolks to be froze’n, add 1 tsp. s_lgar t})r use in swcot, or 1 lsp, salt for non ….. swc(‘t dis]ies.

Bipe,i t,g,fhl,its is v.cd v ” gorali ,n E×cui x, , , t ,d, s{o,{, if,dis in lht. Vari (?,’isl._ dth the cnnh’o] /hi t}w [gr{ti{s” S&tt_ r _gr

1 month

6 12 u_onths

May also store unripe or hard apples at 60 7(Y’F.

3-5 days

6q2 months

Rip(m at room t_,mperatm’u be{bre

re'{‘ifi_or0,lhig, t=lalmn<_ls {lltt] avocados will

darkon

V]l_yll r( [‘ri_erated.

1-2 weeks

6-12 months Not 1x?(,o!lllllt_lld(td

Stow covered or hi the Vari C1G’spcr I{o prev(.nt moisture loss.
May also store at 6(‘) -A)°b.”If’ refrigerated,
S( OF(¢ Ill ICOVtT!'(?d,

&5 days

6-I2 m(mths

Store Coy( r(({ or in tile Vari Crisper to pl-_W(‘llt ]l/oisDlrO ]oss+

612 months

l4_ipori tit rooll! t(‘niperaturc before r_fi-igeratmg.

6-12 months

Will not ripen after purciiasc. [se quickly to avoid fluthor deterioration.

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Food Storage Chart (continued)

Foods FRESH VEGETABLES

Refrigerator Time

Freezer Time

Storage Tips

SjII(X_

x U(‘[])]CS

I<{‘IltLIJl]

fl OSII T(IIIg,(‘S_

ill _1 lll(liS[

PIliIOltlll{qt[,

t!l{‘ d_o,ld bc stored in the Vari

{;ri_p,,_id the (ontml on the “‘Vc!.{‘tachs “s{‘tth g. It tD’ clispP, :m. “ull. story ,, _ctabh s m

l)]asth ]la F, or pl:,th ccmt:ti,r,; to i._,s i,itt nv,}islur]ems

AsparaMls

2:3 days

8-12 months

l)on’t wash bctb]'{‘ ref’ri1(‘rati]t_. Storu iu th{, crisper.

13russcls spr{_uts 6( broccoli

3 5 days

8-I2 mouths

Vrap {_d{_r{>utsb{}ds & ](‘[Hg{,rate in th{‘ urispcr,

Cdbba_Z- &cclcrv
Canliilowc&r stmp
bCilllS
C iFFCdS, }O,I’.S ]lips.
}cots, radishes & tl u-nips
Greta, peas & lima
b¢,alL;

1-2 weeks ] week 2 _ ccks
3-5 days

Not rc’commcnded 8-12 inorlths 8-12 months
8-12 months

Wrap odorous foods & l>fi4_{q-atc in the c]’ispcr Wrap (}d{}rous f’oo(ls & reiiig{‘rai]ti eill{‘ {‘]ist}{‘l.
Remov{” tops. Wrap odorous to(}(ts a.d rcfrierat{ in the crisp( r.
l,eavc in l}{(ts& r(,I]-igerate.

l,ettucc & other salad
,_1″eO1 IS

1 week

Onions, }Ireel;

:3-5 da_.s

Peppers & cucumb{>rs FRESH POULTRY
Chickeli Tnrkey, duck & goose

] wcck & FISH
1-2 da_s 1-2 (ta:,’s

Fish

I-‘2 days

FREStt MEATS Bc(‘f, ground B(ef, roast & st{ al<
Pork
Veal

1-2 days :3-5daks
3-5 (ta s
:3-5 days

Not r{‘c{mmtemhx!
8-12 ..mths 8-12 months
6 12 montl)s “_-BlllOIlt]lS 1 2 inonths
4-6 months 9-12 mouths 6-9 months
4-6 IlIollt}ls

Wash. Drain well. RefriRcratu ill the crisper.

Vrap odorous foods & rcf’rigeratc in CdSl)cr Wrap (}{1orous }k}ods & rc{‘rigeratc in c]ispc]’.

(hm be k(pt in its ori_!ina] i}ackain f{}r

re'[rig{‘rati{m.

Pla{‘c in the Meal/(_heesc

drawer with c{nltrol (m t]ic “FllESIt MEAT”

setting. VChen ficcziu_ lom4{.’r Ilmu 2 weeks,

ovcrwrap with suilable ffe{“z{‘r wrap.

Can b{‘ kept in original j}ackaghlg f’or rcf’rigeration, Place in the Meat!(;hccsc dr0P,v(!r wit]] coim’ol {hi the “‘FRF2SII MEAT”
S{ ttiI’_, VhoFl {‘r{:’t’zill!{ io!lgcr thalt 2, v/{?cks,
oveD.’rap wit[-i suitabl_’ {‘r(,(.z{>r”_Vy_Ip,

Sausage ground

12 days

Lamb PROCESSED

3-5 days MEATS

7 ( t_lS

F];mkf_trters

7 (]a_s

Haln, whole
half*
slices

7 days 5 {tai’s 3 {tak’s

1 23inotaths 9-12 mo.flis
1 n]outh 2 weeks i-3 months I-3 months 1-2 m{mths

l’r{}cessed m(:,ats should b{” tightly wrapped and stored in the MeatlCheese di’aw(‘r with

the control ()i] the “DELIICtlEESE”

setting,

I,_IIII(rhtX)H

1/t (_it'[

Sausage, s]nokc(] °S_*u]’P: Umt{,d Slab’s l)ppartt/tci{t

3-5 clays 7 days

Not recommended Not ri'{X)Mlilioll(]c{t

Uno }oll(xt, vaC!lllil’_-p0.cked

humh{,tm lil{‘;t.{

Ilia} )(‘ kept up to 2 ‘,recks.

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<}f /k ih]m’: }gum Mal!,, til _ It slil]llc (2{x}pi,t:/_h{, [,]%l<,t!xi<inSi t’tri{‘t ‘ ]{>’t;t Slate tiilit{ r-dl

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ICE SERVICE
Twist Ice Cube Trays (select models)
Ymr refiigerator may come equipped with twist ice cube tras and a storage bin. 71) release frozen cukis hold the trays upside down over tile storage bin and twist both ends.

Automatic

Ice Maker

(select models)

If your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic ice lllaker, there are some things to keep in mind about its operation:
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I IIIIII

After your refi’igeraor has been hooked up to the water supply, move the wire lever arm into the douql position. This udll start its operation. The ice maker will fill udth water when the fl’eeT.er reaches the proper temperature. With a neMy instMled refrigerator this could take up to ’24 hours.
Discard al! die cubes fi-om the first two or three batches made, These initial batches of ice cubes ma,_ be irregular in shape and discolored.
· When the ice cubes are ejected it is normal tot several cubes to be joined together at the ends. Thes can easily be broken apart. The ice ma!,£er ud!! col;throe to make ice until the
spply of ice cubes raises the wire lever arm strutting the ice maker off”
· To manually stop the operation of the’ ice maker, move tile wire lexer arm into the up position.
,, Certain sounds may accompany the various operating cycles of”the k:e maker:
buzzing of the water valve rumaing of the water as the tray (‘ills rattling of ice cubes l:alling into an empty ice bin
· If tile ice is not used frequentl}; t!!e ice cubes will become cloudy, shdnk, stick together and taste stale. Emp”the ice storage bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water: Be sure to dry’ the bin before replacing it.
· To remo e the ice hi,, pull it tbm’ard away from the ice maker. To avoid the ice maker
dmnpit*g ice while the bin is returned, turn tile ice maker o|’f by lifting the wire lever
· 3b replace tile ice bin, re;erse t!te above procedure. Turn the ice maker (m by lowering the wire arm.
· Beverage and fbods s!,ould not be placed in the ice storage !)ilL for quick chilling. These items can block the wire lever arm, causing the ice maker to malfm_etion.

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CARE AND CLEANING

Refrigerator Interior

Exterior and

lletbr to the chart on the next page when cleaning the refrigerator.

CAUTION: Disconnect tile power cord beff)re cleaning. Also, do not touch refrigerated surfaces with wet or damp hands. Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces. Before cleaning the freezer, al!ow it to warm up. Mlow glass shelves to warm up before immersing in warm water.

NOTE: The drain plug is located under the crisper drawers on the bottom of the refrigerator compartment. Pull str_dght up to remove. If it becomes clogged, remove and flush the drain line ,Mth baking soda and hot water. This water x_411drain into the defrost pan. (See below for cleaning the defrost pan.)

Cleaning Under the Refrigerator
5mr refrigerator can be rolled out ffor cleaning the floor underneath. Simply un!ock the front roller locks (see page 2). Pull the refrigerator straight out from the wall.
Cleaning the Condenser
The area around the condenser should be cleaned every 3-4 months for ef’icient operation (clean more ()i}en if”there are pets in the home). “Ib do so, first unplug the refrigerator. Then thoroughly vaenuln the dirt and lint from the front and open end of the coudenser. The condenser can be reached through the right front base opening. See page :2 for removing the base grille.
Cleaning the Defrost Pan
The defrost water drains into a shallow pan heneath the cabinet and evaporates. This pan should be cleaned periodically with warm sndsv water.
To remove the defrost pan:
1. Remove the base grille (see page 2). 2. Lif} the pan up and pull out.

To replace the de]¥ost pan:
1, Position the side flanges to fit over the slide rails mid press dox_ql on the eenter of the pan to snap in place.
2, Replace the base grille.

Replacing the Interior Lights

CAUTION: Disconnect the power cord before replacing light bulb(s). Wear gloves as protection against possible broken glass.

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Refrigerator
The refrigerator lights arc located directly’ behind the temperature controls. To replace the re|Mgerator bulb(s): 1. Unplug the refrigerator. 2. Unscrew the bulb and replace with a 40 watt
appliance bulb,
Freezer
The freezer light is located in the upper pol_ion of the freezer compartment. 1b replaee the freezer bulb: 1. Unplug the refiqgerator.
2. Using two hands, spread eaeh side of the light cover outward arm pull to the front to remove.
,3. IYnscrew tile bulb xd_en cool and replace it with a standard 40 watt appliance bulb.
4. Push the right side of the light cover towaM the back of the freezer, engaging the tab in the slot. Then push the lef} side toward the back, engaging the ]eft tab in the slot.

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Refrigerator

Cleaning Chart

Cleaning Agents*

’l.lll_ r dif_q_ent cleaning agents are recommended ft. the various parts of Ma_lag reffif_erators. The fi)llo_ing brand names may h{4p you mak{:’ an appropria{e sele(ti{m:

I. Mild a!)rasixe cleaners such as Bon Ami, Sol}. Scrub, 2. Mild liquid sprays such as Fantastik, Formula 409. 3. (;lass cleaner such as Windex, Glass Plus.
4. Applhmc{. w_x such as Jubilee.

Bar Keepers

l;’riend, (:ameo.

DO NOT USE abrasive cleansing powders such as Comet or Zu{I, soap-filled scoudng pads like S.O.S. or Bri]lo exeepi when indicated. See pages 5-7 on how to remove and rep]a{‘c speeit]c parts,

Refrigerator

Exterior

Pal_

Cleaning Agents

Tips and Precautions

Base grill{?
(£ondenser
I)eth}st pan Door handl{ s

Soap mvd water MilI liquid st)rays ‘acuun: eh:’ane,:
attachment
_t&’IVlII)I eleaner attachment
So&p av](t wafe’r
Soap and water MI]{t liquid sprays

Remove the base grill{, I)x Irasphvg the elids lit} avid pull out/Vw repIaee, c( nti?]£the (‘lips iv, the cut-old areas and push m· until the l}ase y_rille snaps into place.
The area around the e{}n(h?Hs{,r shot]ld ])e clean{xl e_erv 3 4 months tbr {‘t}_eient operation (elean vnoH, often if” there are pets in the home). See p_tlv, 13 for more ivd{)rmati(m.
See ])af{e 15 vm how Iv}r{‘mm e aBd replace.

Painted metal surfi_ces: Cabinet doors
Bldek dee{}rator panels

Soap and water Mild liquid spr:i*_rs
Appliance xwLx ”

(;]ass cleaners
Soft, clemL lint-flee
(cotton diaper or eheeseeI{}th)

cloth

Wax at least once a year. I)o not wax plastic or inv] parts,
The fi.41owhl<lass cleaners {.lean these panels best without strc_12:ing; (;lass Plus, S.O.S. {;],ss Clea, er, The Works Glass {:leaner and Glassmates Vipvs °, I)o not use paper towels or s{vi[ed c]{}ths tvewaus(i panels cm ser:ffch easily.

Door gasket Glass shelves

Refrigerator
Baking soda and wate_ Soap and water

& Freezer Interior
Use 1-2 ta|}h!sp{xm.s l:}aking soda per quart of va_er. Be sure to ;ring out exeess water from Sl){mge or cloth when cleani]Ug a]’v}tmd eontrols, lights-, or eleetH(..aI parts.

Soap and water Glass cleaner Mih] liquid sprays Mik] abra,dve cleaners

Allow tile glass to warm up to rooln tenlperalure before immersing in warfft water. Never i-is{ hot water.

hvterior and door liner

Soap and water Baldng soda and water

See above for baking soda solution. DO NOT use abrasM> {‘]e;mers, concentrated
{tetergents bleaches cleanin waxes, solxents cleaners to elem’ the rehigerator interior.

or polish

CrisAxrs, door bins, e era{lie, sxa2neraek_ meat/cheese drawers, etc.

Soap and water

Vire sl_elvestba.skets

Soap and water Mild liquid sprays.

°Brand names of eleani_.g agents are trademarks {}1t’ile respective m mul{2vetm’ers.
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NON-USE PERIODS

Vacations

Kvou will bc gone _br a month or less, leave the controls at the usHa[ settings.

I)m’hl_ l()ng_r absen(:es: a/ rem,}xe all food,

1)) slmt ot]” Lhv ice mak_r (if’instaH(:d) and the valve wh¢’re .v°u tapped into the wat(r line to supply fl_e refi’igerator,

(‘) (]Js(‘omlect

the rcfrj_t_r.ator

electrical outlet.

from t]_a

d) oh:an and dl T thercffiEerator thoroughly includhlg the dcl)-ost pan,
(‘) l_,a,,v the doors opeu to prevent odors,

Moving
Vh(?ll lnoving, f()IlOWsteps (t m(lcr Vacations. in addition, remove and caret)ally pack any it(ml, that are easily, removabl(‘. Ship the reffigerator m ml upriglat positiot with th( doors taped strut,

IMPORTANT PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. To prevent possibilit) of hazard ([tie to ul(x.trical shock, never plug the ref)’igerator into a receptacle which has not been ,_r(_un(lcd adcquat(4y mid ill accor_lail(,e” wJt]l the local and natiomd electrical codes. See the
grounding inshlctions (m page 2,
2, Uni)lu the wffigcrator beti)re cleaning the condenser or repl;tcin a light bulb.
3. In case o{‘ power lid]rec, milfimize door openings. If”the power failure is of a long (turatitm, protect the fbod bv placin blocks of (tp, ice on top of’the ])ackag(-s or check with a local frozen fb()(ls locker platt about temporm) stora,¢e. Frozen tbo(ls whict have tllawcd completely sho_lld ,or be refiozen.

4. Any electrical :.e_Mcc cor(I thai becomes fra) ed or (lama_cd shoukt be immediately repaired or rel)l _c,d. Never m@ug your appliance b) 1)_dling on the po_u_r cord.
5. Yore” refi’igerator should not be operated in the presence (ff explosive f’mncs.
6. llcmove the doors f’rom am out-olLuse r(frig..nator to prevent C]fi](] entrapment and su}}})catioll.
7. Children should not climb, han or staud on the shrives of this refrigerator.

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TO AVOID UNNECESSARY SERVICE CALLS…

Bet})re calling a service technician, check the t)_llowilg list fbr pc)ssit)k troubles that you can remedy wittlout difficulty,

The refrigerator won’t run

· the tentperaum’ control turned · the po’. er cord ]lot phtg, gcd i · no power it th(‘ electrical ford

_o “Off”

· the cileuithreakcl trippedoldie hous(‘lii_{b’lown

The refrigerator frequently

runs too hmg!too

Noisy operation

NOTE: Addhi0_ d i .)r mtd commas ar*_ used lo

)ru_ide im noved pcMi)_mart(e

‘l’h¢_lclk_rc. normd

(lI)( ] Li[lltg

q(?l I]I(_S I/;1

!3(‘ i) II)I'(Y Iiotic(

md.l it wpla*x,d

”

d[ tlLatt tin the

Odor in the cabinet

Warm air from the cabinet bottom

· modern re_)’igerators aw Ta_g(‘r ad I’llll COI([{q’. l’llllllill time to l}roide 11101″t’ S;t!)](‘ t(qlIppl’ktfAll'(_S
· the condensm u(‘uds tie;rail g tsl’l’ plg’ 11 ) · the cotrol set too cold
· lm)hmgcd door >penings ” the base grille blocked

xxhi(.h ]e[llirps nl}re

·

[00

Ii][t!’tX

({O()l

_l)[){‘IliT/_r5

• the’ door not st alin_ (due to at pac’kag( _lr a (olltaiacr

tm[din_ door *lpell)

· iim .ois(‘ · the (lehost
· tilt’ (!a[_ilc

.orma[ air 15x pan not i)_)sitio_led correc!l
tlo{ I(‘vt’]

· kk weak [](ior

· odor producing ti;(_ds :J_olfld }e co er.d · the interior lmelis cleanil_g · (]e defi’ost pall ilceds cl(miin

or x_rapp(‘d

· 1 (}rnta[ air [low t()r cinldel/ser

The cabinet vibrates

• tile _at)in(t (_t level · aweak floor

Water on the back wall of the fresh food compartment
%Vater on the floor under the cabinet

· :l ilorillal dcl3″ost t’olictition to ciiniHlvl ilioistllt(. Lo flY(‘ ({l’f]’f/;t palt * the def)’ost pal’° n’dssill Or lio[ ])ositi(med prop_’rlx

Foods dLw out The cabinet light not working

· the’ laCkag.s ot wrapped (!r seali’d properl} · the crisper ilol tightl) closed
· tile !)nlh h:’rl0d ()lit
° IIO pov(-r tt t}(‘ <)uric{

The refrigerator compartment

too

warm

° the rt’l)i4erator (‘()ntroI set too Wai’li/ – s(( t)il(” | lo ad,ist ° proIol(,d door opeiihlgS

Tim ret¥1gerator compartment

ton cold * tile r_d’rir4erator co!/h’lll s(‘t too co](I st'(‘ I’nl_e 4 to adjllst

The freezer compartment ton tvarnl

• t]lO t)-t'(‘zer cola[rt>] 5(‘1 too vttrnl
  · imflong_’ddoor openings

– see i)aK(‘ 4 to ad_st

Sizzling sound in the freezer Moisture collects on the outside surface

” a normal soml( cau,e(l l)) (h@ost _ m’r (]l’illl)[li! (1({ef’ros[ m(<(-h;t_lisli

· h_)t hullid weather iIl(:rl’its(‘s <‘lit’duct’ Mi)ist’cir( >'”pos/tiol

(‘oil(It’liSki[iOll

lll(Y, W (‘lll’r;_

_l’,tq” 5>_i_c:h to

The ice cubes evaporate

The automatic

ice maker not

operating (optional)

· <old air illoviii} (lx(‘r the it.., c’u{)es wh(‘n not used refztllarl?.

· ttw stop ttrlii ill ()FV (u t) l)t)sitJ(m

· tt,, _at(‘r s*q)pl? _m’n(:d oi}

· the tat(‘r ])rl’ssllro

_oo ]ov

· t]lO t}m'(Ztq ‘ tO0 “,itrln

NOTE: I:or thrther assistance contact VOllr Ma}tag dealer or Maft3.ff, (]!/SIOmIT St’Ix’it!c,’, PAGE 16

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MAYTAG REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY

Full One Year Warran D,
For one (1) year from the date el’original retail purchase, any pm_iwhich fails in normal home use _qllbe repaired or replaced free of charge.

Limited Warranty Second thnl Fifth Year — major refrigeration

components:

After the first year and through the fifth year after tile date of original retai! purchase Maytag x_qllrepair or replace, at its option, [ree of eharae to the owner fi-_rparts and lab(r any part of the setded refi’igeration system (consisting of the compressor, evaporator, eondenser drier and connecting tubing) and tile cabinet [iner (exclusive of the door liner) whieh fidls in normal home use. Trip charges, travel and transporlatioTL if required, shall be the responsibilit?; of the owner.
Second Year — other parts:
Other parts which fail in normal home use during tile second year tb]lowJng date of orighml retail purchase will be repait>d or replace free of charge for fl-_epart itself’, with the owner pa)4ng all other costs, including labor and trip charges.

Ice Maker – when pun’hased with the refrigerator and installed by the dealer the ice maker will be considered part of the re|’rigerator for warrant}’ purposes,
This |itll warranty and the limited warrant 3′ q_ply only when the appliance is loeated in the United States or Canada.

LIMITATION OF LIABILII_”

The warrantor, Maytag Company, shall not be liable }br any incidental or consequential damages, inehMing _bod loss. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations o|’ consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you.

To Receive Warranty Service
To lo,ate an authorized service eompany in yore” area, contact the Maytag dealer from whom your appliance was purchased or call May-tag Customer Service. Should you not receix e satisfacto T warranty ser’dee, call or write:

Maytag Customer Service 240 Edwards St. S.E.

Cleveland, TN 37311

U.S.

1-800-688-9900

CANADA

1-800-688-2002

V_qlen eont_u:ting Customer Serviee be sure to provide tile model and serial number of 5,our appliance, the name and address of’ the deaIer from whom you purchased tile appliance, and the date of purchase,

This Wammt), gives 2)iispecific legal fights, a.d yot may also have other rights which vary f?om state to state,
Should you still have a problem, vr{te tr); Major Appliance Consumer Action Program. 2(1North Waeker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60606, MACAP is an industD” sponsored bllt independent group of consumer experts who receive and act on complaints f)’om appliance ox_llers, NOTE. When writing about _il]unsolved sel”viee problem, please iuelmte the [bllox_dng in_brmati_m:
(a) Your name, address and telephone number; (b) Model num})r serial 31uniber and reisiOll number (fimnd on the top ]’ont interleaf of the ref}igerator
compartment); (c) Name and address ofxr_ur dealer and tile date the appliance was bonght; (d) A clear description of’the problem yon are Mxing.

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