Whirlpool Awg 218 Instructions For Use

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Drawer Removal
To avoid possible injury, product, or property damage, you will 
need two people to perform the following instructions.
To Remove:
1.
Pull drawer open to full extension.
2.
Pull upper basket out to full extension and lift out to remove.
3.
Lift lower basket straight up and out to remove.
4.
O n  e a c h  s i d e  r a i l  i s  a  b a s k e t  c r a d l e  w i t h  t w o  s n a p  a t t a c h m e n t s .  
To release each cradle, unlatch the snaps by pushing them 
inward, away from the...

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Leveling 

Do not use power tools when performing leveling procedure. 

To enhance the appearance and maintain performance, the 
refrigerator should be level. (side to side) 
Note
 
Complete any required door reversal, panel installation and/or a 
water supply connection, before leveling. 
Materials Needed 

3/8” hex head driver 

Carpenter’s level 
1.
Remove toe grille. 

Grasp firmly and pull outward to unclip.
2.
Remove bottom bracket cover(s). 

Place the eraser end of a pencil or similar...

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Handles 
If not installed, the handle is located in the interior of the fresh 
food section or attached to the back of your refrigerator. 
Remove and discard handle packaging and tape. 
Handle design varies from refrigerator to refrigerator. 
Please reference the appropriate instructions for your model 
below. 
Fresh Food Handles 
Front Mount Handle - Style 1 
Materials Needed 

Phillips screwdriver 

5/16” hex head driver 
To Install: 
1.
Remove 0.6 cm hex head screws from door face with hex 
head...

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Freezer Handles 
Partial-Width Handle 
Materials Needed 
Phillips screwdriver 
To Install: 
1.Install handle by fastening with screws removed from edge of 
door. 
If reversing freezer door, remove door plugs from top edge of 
door and insert into screw holes. 
To Remove: 
Remove handle screws with Phillips screwdriver and retain 
screws for later use. 
Front Mount Handle - style 2 
Materials Needed 
Gloves to protect hands 
Phillips screwdriver 
Plastic door removal card (or 0.1 cm thick plastic...

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Front Mount Freezer Handle 
Materials Needed 

Gloves to protect hands. 

Phillips screwdriver. 

Plastic handle removal card (or 0.1 cm thick plastic card). 
Retain the card. 
Notes 

There is a slight curve to this style of freezer handle. 
For proper installation, be sure handle is oriented as shown.
To Install: 
1.
Align door handle clips slightly to the left of the tabs attached 
to the freezer door. 
2.
Rotate the handle so the left base is flat against the door. 
3.
Push the left handle...

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WATER CONNECTION
Opening and Closing Your Fresh Food Doors 
(select models) 
Your new refrigerator is uniquely designed with two fresh food 
doors. Either door can be opened or closed independently of 
one another. 
There is a vertically-hinged section on the left fresh food door. 
When the left door is closed, the hinged section automatically forms 
a seal between the two doors when both doors are closed. 
Disconnect the appliance from the mains power supply 
before starting operations.

The ice...

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Regulations require that the appliance is earthed. The 
manufacturer declines all liability for injury to persons or animals 
and for damage to property resulting from failure to observe the 
prescriptions.
Make sure that the installation and the electrical connection are 
carried out by a qualified technician according to the 
manufacturer’s instructions and local safety regulations.
Ensure that the voltage indicated on the appliance data plate 
corresponds to the mains...