Changing The Light Bulb; Power Interruptions; Vacation And Moving Care; Troubleshooting - Gladiator GAFZ30FDGB Manual De Uso Y Cuidado

3. Remove all removable parts from inside, such as shelves,
crispers, etc.
4. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior
surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a
mild detergent in warm water.
Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window
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sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes,
concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleansers containing
petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners
or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other
harsh cleaning tools. These can scratch or damage materials.
To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with a
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mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt [26 g to
0.95 L] of water).
5. Replace removable parts.
6. Use the appropriate cleaning method for your exterior finish.
Painted Metal: Wash exterior door with a microfiber cloth and a
mild detergent in warm water. For all other exterior surfaces, wash
with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm
water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners or cleaners designed
for stainless steel. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
7. Clean the condenser coils regularly. Coils may need to be
cleaned as often as every other month. This may help save
energy.
Open the refrigerator or freezer door and remove the base
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grille by removing two Phillips head screws and pulling the
grille toward you.
Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the
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condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.
Replace the base grille by aligning the ends of the grille with
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the leveling assemblies on each side and snapping the grille
into place. Reinstall the screws.
8. Plug in the refrigerator or freezer or reconnect the power.
9. Set the temperature control to desired setting. See the "Using
the Controls" sections.
Auto Defrost Freezer
Auto-defrost means that you will not have to defrost your freezer.
Frost is removed by air moving and collecting any moisture and
depositing it on the cooling coil. The cooling coil periodically
warms up enough to melt the frost, and it then flows down to the
drain pan (located behind the base grille) where it is evaporated.

Changing the Light Bulb

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator or freezer.
Be sure to replace the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same
size, shape, and wattage.
1. Unplug the refrigerator or freezer or disconnect the power.
2. Remove the light shield by squeezing the lens from the
sides, pushing back and pulling down. Replace bulb with a
maximum 40 watt appliance bulb or an LED bulb rated for
wet/damp locations.
First try the solutions suggested here. If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you avoid a service call,
refer to the warranty page in this manual and scan the code there with your mobile device, or visit www.whirlpool.com/product_help
for recommendations that may help you avoid a service call. In Canada, visit http://www.whirlpool.ca.
Contact us by mail with any questions or concerns at the address below:
In the U.S.A.:
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

TROUBLESHOOTING

NOTE: Some LED replacement light bulbs are not
recommended for wet/damp environments. Refrigerator fresh
food and freezer compartments are considered wet/damp
environments. Read and follow all instructions on the LED
packaging when replacing the factory-installed LED bulb.
A replacement LED bulb can be purchased from an
authorized dealer.
3. Replace the light shield.
4. Plug in the refrigerator or freezer or reconnect the power.

Power Interruptions

If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep the door closed
to help food stay cold and frozen.
If the power will be out for more than 24 hours, consume or can
perishable food at once.
REMEMBER: If the condition of the food is poor, dispose of it.

Vacation and Moving Care

Vacations
If you choose to leave the refrigerator or freezer on while you're
away, use up any perishables and freeze other items.
If you choose to turn the refrigerator or freezer off before you
leave, follow these steps:
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator or freezer.
2. Turn the control to the off position. See the "Using the
Controls" section.
3. Clean the refrigerator or freezer, wipe it, and dry well.
4. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop
them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and
mold from building up.
Moving
When you are moving your refrigerator or freezer to a new home,
follow these steps to prepare it for the move.
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator or freezer.
2. Turn the control to the off position. See the "Using the
Controls" section.
3. Unplug the refrigerator or freezer.
4. Empty water from the defrost pan.
5. Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.
6. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them
together so they don't shift and rattle during the move.
7. Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the unit
cabinet.
8. Unlock the casters to roll away the unit.
When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to
the "Installing Your Refrigerator or Freezer" section for preparation
instructions.
In Canada:
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Centre
200 – 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga ON L5N 0B7
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