Maytag MTB1891AR series Bedienungsanleitung

Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions.... 1-2

Installation ..................................... 3-6

Temperature Controls ...................... 7

Looking Inside............................... 8-9

Ice Service ....................................... 10

Food Storage Tips.................... 11-13

TOP FREEZER

Use & Care Guide

Form No. E/11/05 Part No. 3013912910 www.maytag.com

Storing the Refrigerator................ 14

Care & Cleaning....................... 14-15

Troubleshooting........................ 16-18

Warranty & Service ........................ 19

Guide d’utilisation et

d’entretien ................................... 20

Guía de uso y Cuidado.................. 40

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING – Hazards or unsafe practices which

COULD result in severe personal injury or death.

WARNING

DANGER – Immediate hazards which WILL result

in severe personal injury or death.

DANGER

CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe practices which

COULD result in minor personal injury or property

damage.

CAUTION

What You Need to Know About

Safety Instructions

Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in

this manual are not meant to cover all possible

conditions and situations that may occur. Common

sense, caution and care must be exercised when

installing, maintaining or operating appliance.

Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or

manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not

understand.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words,

Labels

This appliance is equipped with a three-pronged

grounding plug for your protection against possible

electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged into a

grounding receptacle. Where a standard two-prong

wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal

responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it

replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall

receptacle. Do not under any circumstances, cut or

remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

Do not use an adapter plug.

Power supply cord with

three-prong grounding plug

Grounding type

wall receptacle

To reduce risk of injury or death, follow basic

precautions, including the following:

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation

are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned

refrigerators are still dangerous – even if they sit out

for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old

refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to

help prevent accidents.

Before you throw away your old

refrigerator or freezer:

• Take off the doors.

• Leave the shelves in place so

children may not easily climb

inside.

DANGER

Installer: Please leave this manual with this appliance.

Consumer: Please read and keep this Use & Care Guide

for future reference. This manual provides proper use and

maintenance information.

Keep sales receipt and/or cancelled check as proof of

purchase.

If you have questions, call:

1-800-688-9900 U.S.A. or 1-800-688-2002 Canada

1-800-688-2080 (U.S. TTY for hearing or speech

impaired) (Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Eastern Time)

Have complete model and serial number identification of

your refrigerator. This is located on a data plate inside the

refrigerator compartment, on the upper left side. Record

these numbers below for easy access.

Model Number ____________________________________

Serial Number_____________________________________

Date of Purchase __________________________________

In our continuing effort to improve the quality and

performance of our appliances, it may be necessary to

make changes to the appliance without revising this guide.

Important Safety Instructions

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or

death when using your refrigerator, follow these basic

precautions, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using the refrigerator.

2. Observe all local codes and ordinances.

3. Be sure to follow grounding instructions.

4. Check with a qualified electrician if you are not

sure this appliance is properly grounded.

5. Do not ground to a gas line.

6. Do not ground to a cold-water pipe.

7. Refrigerator is designed to operate on a separate

115 volt, 15 amp., 60 cycle line.

8. Do not modify plug on power cord. If plug does

not fit electrical outlet, have proper outlet installed

by a qualified electrician.

9. Do not use a two-prong adapter, extension cord

or power strip.

10. Do not remove warning tag from power cord.

11. Do not tamper with refrigerator controls.

12. Do not service or replace any part of refrigerator

unless specifically recommended in Use & Care

Guide or published user-repair instructions. Do

not attempt service if instructions are not under-

stood or if they are beyond personal skill level.

13. Always disconnect refrigerator from electrical

supply before attempting any service. Disconnect

power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.

14. Install refrigerator according to Installation

Instructions. All connections for water, electrical

power and grounding must comply with local

codes and be made by licensed personnel when

required.

15. Keep your refrigerator in good condition. Bumping

or dropping refrigerator can damage refrigerator

or cause refrigerator to malfunction or leak. If

damage occurs, have refrigerator checked by

qualified service technician.

16. Replace worn power cords and/or loose plugs.

17. Always read and follow manufacturer’s storage

and ideal environment instructions for items being

stored in refrigerator.

18. Your refrigerator should not be operated in the

presence of explosive fumes.

19. Children should not climb, hang or stand on any

part of the refrigerator.

20. Clean up spills or water leakage associated with

water installation.

WARNING

Installation

Your new refrigerator was packed carefully for

shipment. Remove and discard shelf packing and tape.

Location

• Allow for a free flow of air through the front base

grille.

• Install the refrigerator where the room temperature

will not go below 55° F (13° C). With temperatures

below 55° F (13° C), the refrigerator will not run

frequently enough to maintain proper temperature in

the freezer.

• Allow a minimum 1⁄2" clearance on the sides, top and

back for ease of installation. If refrigerator is placed

with the door hinge side against a wall, you may

want to allow additional space so the door can be

opened wider.

• Use caution when installing the unit on vinyl or

hardwood floors so as not to mark or otherwise

damage the flooring. A piece of plywood, a rug or

other material should be used to protect the floor

while positioning the unit.

Leveling

To enhance its appearance and to maintain

performance, your refrigerator should be leveled after it

has been rolled into its final location.

• Adjust the leveling/lock screws beneath each front

corner at the base of the cabinet. Turn these

leveling/lock screws clockwise to raise a cabinet

corner and counterclockwise to lower a cabinet

corner.

Front Base Grille (on select models)

The front base grille (select models) which was

packaged inside the refrigerator for shipment and

should be installed after the refrigerator has been

leveled.

“Snap on” style:

• To install, align the spring clips with the round

openings in the cabinet and push each end in until the

grille locks into place.

• To remove this style of base grille, grasp both ends

and pull straight out.

“Screw on” style:

• Use a Phillips screwdriver to

remove the two Phillips head

screws at the base of the

refrigerator.

• Align the base grille to the screw holes. (The cut out

side on the base grille installs around the lower hinge

of the door.)

• Secure the base grille into place by reinstalling the

Phillips screws back into their original screw holes.

• Reverse these steps to remove this style of base grille.

• If the floor is not level and it is necessary to raise the

rear of the cabinet, we suggest rolling the rear

wheels onto a piece of plywood or other shim

material.

• Refrigerator models that have adjustable wheels can

be leveled by removing the base grille and adjusting

the wheels with a 1/4" socket or screwdriver. (See

figure 2.)

Energy Saving Tips

• Locate the refrigerator away from heat producing

appliances such as the range or dishwasher, heat

vents and direct sunlight.

• Level the refrigerator and do not block ventilation

around the front base grille.

• Let hot dishes cool slightly before putting into the

refrigerator or freezer.

• Cover liquids.

• Keep the freezer full to near capacity so less cold air

will escape during door openings. When the freezer is

less than 2⁄3full, place milk cartons half full of water in

the freezer.

• Wipe moisture from the outside of containers before

placing them into the refrigerator.

• Avoid opening the doors too often.

To lower

cabinet

To raise

cabinet

TURN COUNTER-CLOCKWISE TO

LOWER CABINET CORNER

TURN CLOCKWISE TO

RAISE CABINET CORNER

Figure 2

Installation

Reversing Doors

Tools Required:

•5⁄16" end wrench

• Phillips screwdriver

• Putty knife

•5⁄16" socket and ratchet

Unplug the refrigerator.

1. Pry off hinge cap with a putty knife and set aside.

2. With a 5⁄16" socket and ratchet, remove screws from

the upper hinge and set aside.

3. Carefully lift and remove freezer door (including the

upper hinge) off the center hinge.

4. With a 5⁄16" socket and ratchet, remove the screws

and middle hinge from the top of refrigerator door.

With a putty knife, pry out the plug buttons and

replace them on the opposite side.

5. Carefully lift and remove refrigerator door.

6. Remove front base grille and set aside (see p. 3).

7. With a 5⁄16" socket and ratchet, remove hinge plate

from lower corner of refrigerator and secure it on

the opposite side.

8. Remove plate from the underside of refrigerator

door and secure it on the opposite side with a 5⁄16"

socket and ratchet.

9. With a 5⁄16" socket and ratchet, remove the door

stop from the underside of the freezer door and

secure it on the opposite side.

10. With a putty knife, pry out the plug button(s) from

tops of freezer and refrigerator doors and replace

them on the opposite side.

11. Remove screw hole plugs from top of cabinet and

replace on the opposite side.

12. With a 5⁄16" socket and ratchet, remove washers and

stem from the inside of the hinge plate and place

them on the outside of the hinge plate.

13. Carefully replace refrigerator door on the hinge

plate in lower corner.

14. Attach the middle hinge with the screws removed

from the opposite side and secure them using a 5⁄16”

wrench.

15. Carefully place freezer door on top of hinge arm.

Use foam door spacer to set gap.

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe

personal injury or death:

• Disconnect power to refrigerator before reversing

doors.

WARNING

Note

• Do not discard the foam door spacer. Doors may

settle with use.

16. Slide top hinge into place on freezer door and

secure screws with 5⁄16" wrench.

Confirm that all screws have been tightened securely.

17. Snap hinge cap securely in place.

18. Replace front base grille (see p. 3).

Remember to plug in your refrigerator and reset the

controls to the appropriate setting(s).

Installation

Reversing Door Handles

To remove the handles, reverse the above steps. Flip

the handles 180° and mount them on the opposite

doors.

Note: Phillips screw driver is required for

installation.

Freezer Door Handle Installation

SCREW

Align handle

HANDLE

SCREW

Secure bottom end of

handle with two screws.

Do not over-tighten

Refrigerator Door Handle Installation

SCREW

HANDLE

SCREW

STEP 1

STEP 2

Fasten with screw

STEP 3

Rotate handle

STEP 4

STEP 1

Fasten with screw

STEP 2

STEP 3

Push handle down

STEP 4

Secure top end of

handle with two screws

Do not over-tighten

with mounting screw

Align handle with mounting screw

Connecting the Water Supply

(select models)

To reduce the risk of injury or death, follow

basic precautions, including the following:

• Read all instructions before installing ice maker.

• Do not attempt installation if instructions are not

understood or if they are beyond personal skill

level.

• Observe all local codes and ordinances.

• Do not service ice maker unless specifically

recommended in Use & Care Guide or published

user-repair instructions.

• Disconnect power to refrigerator before installing

ice maker.

• Water damage due to an improper water

connection may cause mold/mildew growth.

Clean up spills or leakage immediately.

WARNING

To avoid property damage or possible injury,

follow basic precautions, including the

following:

• Consult a plumber to connect 1⁄4” O.D. copper

tubing to household plumbing to assure

compliance with local codes and ordinances.

• Confirm water pressure to water valve is between

35 and 100 pounds per square inch. 20 pounds

per square inch if there is not a water filter.

• Do not use a self-piercing, or 3⁄16" saddle valve.

Both reduce water flow and can become clogged

over time, and may cause leaks if repair is

attempted.

• Tighten nuts by hand to prevent cross threading.

Finish tightening nuts with pliers and wrenches.

Do not overtighten.

• Wait 2-3 hours before placing refrigerator into final

position to check and correct any water leaks.

Recheck for leaks after 24 hours.

• Verify the copper tubing under the sleeve is

smooth and free from defects. Do not reuse an old

sleeve.

CAUTION

Materials Needed

•1⁄4" outer diameter flexible copper tubing

• Shut-off valve (requires a 1⁄4" hole to be drilled into

water supply line before valve attachment)

• Adjustable wrench

•1⁄4" hex nut driver

IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten. Cross

threading may occur.

6. Pull on tubing to confirm connection is

secure. Connect tubing to frame with

water tubing clamp (C) and turn on

water supply. Check for leaks and

correct if necessary. Continue to

observe the water supply connection

for two to three hours prior to moving

the refrigerator to its permanent

location.

7. Monitor water connection for 24 hours. Correct

leaks, if necessary.

Note

• Add 8' to tubing length needed to reach water

supply for creation of service loop.

1. Create service loop with copper

tubing (minimum 2’ diameter).

Avoid kinks in the copper tubing

when bending it into a service

loop.

2. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet

port.

3. Place brass nut (A) and sleeve (B) on

copper tube end as illustrated.

Reminder: Do not use an old

sleeve.

4. Place end of copper tubing into

water valve inlet port. Shape tubing

slightly. Do not kink – so that tubing feeds

straight into inlet port.

5. Slide brass nut over sleeve and screw nut

into inlet port. Tighten nut with wrench.

Installation

2’ diameter

minimum

Temperature Controls

Note

• Your refrigerator will run continuously for several

hours when you first start it. This is normal.

• Let the refrigerator run at least four hours before

adding food.

Note

• During the automatic defrost cycle, you may notice

a red glow/reflection in the vents on the back wall

of the freezer compartment and you may hear the

sound of water droplets coming into contact with

the defrost heater. This is normal during the

defrost cycle.

* Turning the fresh food control to “OFF” stops cooling

in both compartments. It does not shut off power to

the refrigerator.

No Defrosting

Your refrigerator is designed to defrost automatically.

In some models the fresh food control is located at the

top of the fresh food compartment and the freezer

control is located at the back of the freezer

compartment as show below:

COLDEST COLD

FREEZER CONTROL

INITIAL SETTING

Initial Settings

• The fresh food control has settings from 1 (cold) to

7 (coldest). Initially set this control on 4.

• The freezer control, when located at the back of the

freezer, has settings from cold to coldest. Initially set

this control at the mid-line initial setting.

• When the freezer control is located at the top of the

fresh food compartments, it has settings from 1 (cold)

to 7 (coldest). Initially set this control on 4.

Adjusting the Temperature

Controls

• 24 hours after adding food, you may decide that one

or both compartments should be colder or warmer. If

so, adjust the control(s) as indicated in the following

table.

Warm Cabinet Surfaces

At times, the front of the refrigerator cabinet may be

warm to the touch. This is a normal occurrence that

helps prevent moisture from condensing on the

cabinet. The condition will be more noticeable when

you first start the refrigerator, during hot weather and

after excessive or lengthy door openings.

TEMPERATURE CONTROL GUIDE

Fresh Food

Compartment

too Warm

Fresh Food

Compartment

too Cold

Freezer too Warm

Freezer too Cold

Turn Refrigerator

“OFF”

Adjust fresh food control

to next higher setting.

Adjust fresh food control

to next lower setting.

Adjust freezer control to

next colder setting.

Adjust freezer control to

next warmer setting.

Set fresh food control to

“OFF”.*

In other models, both controls are located at the top of

the fresh food compartment as shown below:

• Except when starting the refrigerator, do not change

either control more than one number at a time.

• Allow 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize before

resetting.

• Changing either control will have some effect on the

temperature of the other compartment.

Looking Inside

Fresh Food Compartment

Shelves (style may vary)

To avoid personal injury or property damage:

• Never attempt to adjust a shelf when it is loaded

with food.

• Confirm that shelf is secure prior to loading items

onto it.

• Handle glass shelves with care. Shelves may

break suddenly if nicked, scratched or exposed to

sudden temperature changes.

CAUTION

The Crispers provide a storage area for fruit and vegetables.

Some crisper drawers have slide humidity controls.

For fruit storage, slide the control (select models) to the left

to provide lower humidity conditions in the drawer.

For vegetable storage, slide the control (select models) to the

right to provide higher humidity conditions in the drawer.

For best results, keep the crispers tightly closed.

To Remove:

• Pull out the crisper until it stops.

• Tilt the drawer up slightly and pull it out.

To Reinstall:

• With the drawer tilted up slightly, align the drawer in the

tracks and slide in.

The Crisper Top serves as the lower refrigerator shelf.

To Remove:

• Remove the crisper drawers.

• Slightly lift up the front of the shelf.

• Support the shelf from underneath to lift it up and then out

of the cabinet.

To Reinstall:

• With the shelf front tilted slightly upward, carefully insert

the crisper top back into the cabinet.

• Position the rear and sides of the shelf on the supports and

let the crisper top settle into place.

Select models are equipped with wire or glass full

width shelves that are supported by rails molded into

the interior walls of the fresh food compartment.

These shelves can easily be adjusted to alternate

positions within the compartment.

To Adjust a Full Width Shelf:

• Grasp each side of the shelf.

• Pull the shelf forward approximately 1".

• While supporting the

shelf from underneath,

lift it up and out.

• Slide the shelf into the

desired alternate

position.

The bucket-style Door Shelves accommodate a variety of

container sizes and shapes.

To Remove:

• Grasp the shelf on each end.

• Lift the shelf up and out.

To Reinstall:

• While holding the shelf on each end, slide the shelf in

and down.

• Push down on the interior center of the shelf to snap it

completely into place.

Shelves in other models hook into support rails located

on the back wall of the fresh food compartment.

To Remove:

• Slightly tilt up the

front and lift up the

rear of the shelf, then

pull the shelf straight

out.

To Lock Into Another Position:

• Tilt up the front edge of the shelf.

• Insert the hooks into the desired frame openings and

let the shelf settle into place.

• Be sure the shelf is securely locked at the rear.

• On certain models the outside edge of the shelf rests

on rails formed into the side of the fresh food

compartment.

Looking Inside

Freezer Compartment

To avoid personal injury or property damage:

• Never attempt to adjust a shelf when it is loaded

with food.

• Confirm that shelf is secure prior to loading items

onto it.

CAUTION

Some refrigerators have a full-width shelf in the freezer

compartment. This shelf can be adjusted to

accommodate a variety of frozen food loads.

To Adjust the Shelf:

• Slide the shelf to the left.

• Lift the left support bars out of the wall support cups.

• Reposition the shelf in the alternate position.

Dairy Compartment

The Dairy Compartment is

covered and designed to store

spreadable food items such as

butter or margarine.

To use this compartment, simply

raise the lid to store or retrieve

items.

This compartment can be removed for cleaning.

Rotate the cover open. Grasp the dairy compartment

from the bottom and lift out.

On select models, this compartment can be installed

on the left or right side of the door.

Can Rack (select models)

The Can Rack slides out

from underneath a shelf. It

can hold up to twelve

12-ounce beverage cans.

To Remove:

• Pull rack out to full extension. Tilt up the front of rack

and pull straight out.

To Install:

• Insert rack into frame rails and push back into place.

Tall Bottle Retainer/Snugger

(select models)

The Tall Bottle Retainer

prevents tall bottles from

tipping forward. The Retainer

can be placed above any

removable door bucket.

The Snugger attached to the Tall Bottle Retainer keeps

bottles and other containers in place when the door is

opened or closed. Adjust the Snugger by sliding from

side to side. Select models also feature snuggers in

the door bucket itself.

Egg Tray With Handle

(style may vary/select models)

The Egg Tray with Handle holds

a “dozen-plus” eggs. It can be

removed to carry to a work area

or to be washed.

The Slide Out Freezer Basket (select models) is

found in the main freezer compartment. It is a

convenient storage area, providing easy access to

items stored in the rear of the freezer. Slide the basket

out to reach or store frozen foods.

To remove the basket:

• Pull the basket until it stops.

• Lift and pull the basket out.

To replace the basket, reverse the removal procedure.

The Drop Down Freezer Basket (select models) is

found on the lower shelf of the freezer door. This area

provides space for frozen food items that tend to shift

or slide (such as bagged vegetables).

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