Electrical Requirements; Recommended Grounding Method; Refrigerator Door - Whirlpool WSR57R18DM Guide D'utilisation

Electrical Requirements

WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Before you move your refrigerator into its final location,
it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical
connection.

Recommended Grounding Method

A 115-volt, 60 Hz., AC-only, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded
electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an
outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an
extension cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or
removing a light bulb, press and hold TEMP SETTING for
3 seconds to turn off cooling, and then disconnect the refrigerator
from the electrical source.

Refrigerator Door

Tools Needed: / " hex-head socket wrench,
5
16
socket wrench, flat 2" putty knife
IMPORTANT:
Depending on the width of the opening, you may need to
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remove the handle or door to move the refrigerator into the
house.
All graphics referenced in the following instructions are
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included later in this section after "Final Steps." The graphic
may be reversed if door swing is reversed.
Before you begin, turn the control off and remove food and
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adjustable door or utility bins from door.
Remove and Replace the Handle
To Remove the Handle:
1. Loosen the setscrews located on the side of handle at each
end. See "Handle" graphic.
2. Remove the handle from the grommets.
To Replace the Handle:
1. Place the handle onto the grommets, making sure the
grommets are fitted into the handle holes.
2. Tighten the upper and lower setscrews with the hex key
provided. See "Handle" graphic. Do not over-tighten the
setscrews.
Remove Door and Hinges
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Keep the refrigerator door closed until you are ready to lift
it free from the cabinet.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while
the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door
magnets to hold the door in place while you are working.
3. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in "Top Hinge"
graphic.
4. Lift the refrigerator door free from the lower hinge and cabinet
and set aside.
5. Remove the 4 hex-head hinge screws and bottom hinge
assembly. See "Bottom Hinge" graphic.
4
/ " hex-head
3
8
Hinge screws