Whirlpool W11401460C Top Mount Refrigerator User Guide
- September 27, 2024
- Whirlpool
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Whirlpool W11401460C Top Mount Refrigerator
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to
persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, located in your appliance’s
Owner’s Manual, before operating this appliance.
IMPORTANT: Before operating this appliance, make sure it has been
properly installed according to the appliance’s Owner’s Manual.
Your refrigerator has two controls that affect the temperature. The Temperature control is located at the top front of the refrigerator compartment and the Airflow control is located on the back wall of the freezer compartment.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Recommended Settings
For your convenience, the temperature control is preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure the control is still preset as shown above.
The Temperature control regulates the coldness of the air flowing into the
compartments.
NOTE: To turn off your refrigerator, turn the refrigerator Temperature
control to the word Off. Turning the Temperature control to Off stops cooling
in the refrigerator and freezer compartments, but it does not disconnect the
refrigerator from the power supply.
IMPORTANT:
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Give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator.
NOTE: Adjusting the refrigerator and freezer controls to a colder than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster. -
If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil.
ADJUSTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL
The mid-settings should be correct for normal household usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.
- If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked before adjusting the controls.
If you need to adjust the temperature in either the refrigerator or freezer compartment, use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide.
On models with two controls, adjust the refrigerator temperature first. Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments and then recheck the temperatures.
| CONDITION/REASON | ADJUSTMENT |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator too warm | Temp control one setting higher |
| Refrigerator too cold | Temp control one setting lower |
| Freezer too warm/too little ice* | Airflow or Temp control one setting higher |
| Freezer too cold | Airflow or Temp control one setting lower |
*Ice makers and Ice maker kits are available on select models. See online Owner’s Manual.
AIRFLOW CONTROL
The Airflow control regulates the amount of air flowing between the freezer and the refrigerator compartments. Changing the Airflow setting to Min removes cool air from the freezer and uses it to cool the refrigerator.
When you plug in the refrigerator for the first time, turn the Airflow control
to the Recommended setting.
ADJUSTING THE AIRFLOW CONTROL
If you want to temporarily increase the cold airflow to a specific compartment, adjust the control:
- Max – Increase airflow to the freezer
- Min – Increase airflow to the refrigerator
IMPORTANT: Once the performance is achieved, return the Airflow control to the recommended setting to keep the refrigerator operating at optimum efficiency.
| CONDITION/REASON | ADJUSTMENT |
|---|---|
| Heavy ice use* | Max |
| Hot room temperature | Max – to maintain ice making production rate |
| Large quantity of groceries | Min – to quickly chill food and beverages |
*Ice makers and ice maker kits are available on select models. See online Owner’s Manual.
Online Ordering Information
For detailed installation instruction and maintenance information, winter storage, and transportation tips, please see the Owner’s Manual included with your appliance.
For information on any of the following items, the full cycle guide, warranty, detailed product dimensions, or for complete instructions for use and installation, please visit www.amana.com/owners, or in Canada www.amanacanada.ca/owners. This may save you the cost of a service call.
However, if you need to contact us, use the information listed below for the appropriate region.
United States:
1–866–616–2664
Amana Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center 553 Benson Road Benton
Harbor, MI 49022–2692
Canada:
1–800–807–6777
Amana Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Centre 200–6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
References
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