Whirlpool W11210611 Side by Side Refrigerator Manual

W11210611 Side by Side Refrigerator
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In an effort to conserve natural resources, this refrigerator includes a condensed User Guide. A complete User Instructions manual for your model can be downloaded at www.whirlpool.com/manuals.
For future reference, please make a note of your product model and serial numbers. These can be found on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment.
Model Number __________________Serial Number _________________
Register your refrigerator at www.whirlpool.com. In Canada, register at www.whirlpool.ca.

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the refrigerator, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
Do not remove the ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Connect only to the potable water supply.
Use non-flammable cleaner.
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, well away from the refrigerator.
Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator.
Disconnect the power before installing the ice maker (on ice maker kit ready models only).
Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on some models).
Do not hit the refrigerator glass doors (on some models).
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
– Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments;
– Farmhouses and by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type environments;
– Bed and breakfast type environments;
– Catering and similar non-retail applications.

PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings:
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR

Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous, even if they will sit for “just a few days”. If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help prevent accidents. Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:

Take off the doors.
Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

Important information to know about the disposal of refrigerants:
Dispose of the refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed, EPA-certified refrigerant technician in accordance with established procedures.

OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Using the Controls
The refrigerator and freezer controls are located on the dispenser panel.
IMPORTANT: The display screen on the dispenser control panel will turn off automatically and enter “sleep” mode when the control buttons and dispenser pads have not been used for 2 minutes or more. While in “sleep” mode, the first press of a control button will only reactivate the display screen, without changing any settings.

Touch any control button on the dispenser panel to activate the display screen. The home screen will appear as shown.

Adjusting the Controls
For your convenience, your refrigerator and freezer controls are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the controls are still set to the “mid- settings.” The factory recommended setpoints are 37°F (3°C) for the refrigerator and 0°F (-18°C) for the freezer.

IMPORTANT:

Wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil.
NOTE: Adjusting the set points to a colder than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster.
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.
The preset 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.
Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments. Recheck the temperatures before other adjustments are made.

To view and adjust the setpoints, press and hold the TEMP button for 3 seconds. When adjust mode is activated, adjusting information will appear on the display screen.
NOTE: To view Celsius temperatures, press the LIGHT button when adjust mode is activated. To return the display setting to Fahrenheit, press LIGHT again.

When adjust mode is activated, the display screen shows the refrigerator set point and “FRIDGE” appears.
Press LOCK to raise the setpoint or press FAST ICE to lower the set point.
When you have finished viewing (and adjusting if desired) the refrigerator setpoint, press TEMP to change the display to show the freezer set point. When the zone has been changed, “FREEZER” appears on the display screen.
Press LOCK to raise the setpoint or press FAST ICE to lower the set point.
When you have finished viewing (and adjusting if desired) both the refrigerator and freezer set points, press FILTER to save the settings.
NOTE: To exit without saving changes, press ICE TYPE at any time while in adjust mode, or allow about 60 seconds of inactivity and adjust mode will turn off automatically.
When adjusting temperature set points, use the following chart as a guide.

CONDITION:	TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT:
REFRIGERATOR too cold	REFRIGERATOR Setting 1° higher
REFRIGERATOR too warm	REFRIGERATOR Setting 1° lower
FREEZER too cold	FREEZER Setting 1° higher
FREEZER too warm / Too little ice	FREEZER Setting 1° lower

The setpoint range for the refrigerator is 33°F to 45°F (0°C to 7°C). These point range for the freezer is -5°F to 5°F (-21°C to -15°C).
Cooling On/Off
Your refrigerator and freezer will not cool when cooling is turned off.

To turn cooling off, press and hold the LOCK and FILTER buttons at the same time for 3 seconds.
IMPORTANT: To avoid unintentionally locking the dispenser or changing other settings, be sure to press both buttons at exactly the same time.
When cooling is off, “COOLING OFF” will appear on the display screen.
Press and hold LOCK and FILTER for 3 seconds again to turn the cooling back on.

Additional Features
Fast Ice
The Fast Ice feature assists with temporary periods of heavy ice use by increasing ice production over a 24-hour period.
IMPORTANT: This feature only works if the ice maker is turned on.
See “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”

Press FAST ICE to turn on the Fast Ice feature. When the feature is on, the Fast Ice icon will appear on the dispenser display screen. The Fast Ice setting will remain on for 24 hours unless manually turned off.
To manually turn off the Fast Ice feature, press FAST ICE again or adjust the freezer temperature setpoint. The Fast Ice icon will disappear when the feature is off.

NOTE: If increased ice production is desired at all times, change the freezer set point to a lower setting. Setting the freezer to a colder temperature may make some foods, such as ice cream, harder.
6th Sense® Temperature Management (on some models)
The 6th Sense® feature assists with regulating the temperature inside the refrigerator. If a large quantity of warm food is placed in the refrigerator or warm air enters the refrigerator while the door is held open, the 6th Sense® system activates to quickly restore the temperature to the set point.
NOTE: The 6th Sense® system is always on when your refrigerator is operating. You do not need to press any buttons to activate it. The 6th Sense® icon on the dispenser display screen indicates that the feature is functioning properly.

Door Ajar Alarm
The Door Ajar Alarm feature sounds an alarm when the refrigerator or freezer door is open for 5 minutes and the product cooling is turned on. The alarm will repeat every 2 minutes. Close both doors to turn it off. The feature then resets and will reactivate when either door is left open again for 5 minutes.

NOTE: To mute the audible alarm while keeping the doors open, such as while cleaning the inside of the refrigerator, press any button on the control panel. The alarm sound will be temporarily turned off, but the Door Ajar icon will still be displayed on the dispenser control panel.

Dual Evaporator (on some models)
Some models come equipped with a dual sequential evaporation system, which includes two separate evaporators for the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
Dual evaporation results in higher humidity, which helps keep foods in the refrigerator from spoiling as quickly and improves food quality and freshness in the freezer due to decreased freezer burn. In addition, the dual evaporation system helps keep food smells in the refrigerator from transferring to ice in the freezer.
NOTE: The dual evaporation system is always activated when your refrigerator is operating. You do not need to press any buttons to turn it on.

Convertible Drawer Temperature Control (on some models)
The control can be adjusted to properly chill meats or vegetables. The air inside the pan is cooled to avoid “spot” freezing and can be set to keep meats at the National Livestock and Meat Board’s recommended storage temperatures of 28° to 32°F (-2° to 0°C).
To store meat:
Set the control to one of the three MEAT settings to store meat at its optimal storage temperature.
To store vegetables:
Set the control to VEG to store vegetables at their optimal storage temperatures.
NOTE: If food starts to freeze, move the control to the right (less cold), toward the VEG setting. Remember to wait 24 hours between adjustments.

Crisper Humidity Control (on some models)
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper.
Adjust the control to any setting between LOW and HIGH.
LOW (open) for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins.
HIGH (closed) for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

ICE AND WATER

Water and Ice Dispensers
IMPORTANT:

Connect to potable water supply only.
NOTES:
The dispensing system will not operate when either door (refrigerator or freezer) is open.
Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool down and chill water.
Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced. Wait 72 hours for full ice production.
The display screen on the dispenser control panel will turn off automatically and enter “sleep” mode when the control buttons and dispenser pads have not been used for 2 minutes or more.
While in “sleep” mode, the first press of a control button will only reactivate the display screen, without changing any settings.

Flush the Water System
Air in the water dispensing system can cause the water dispenser to drip. After connecting the refrigerator to a water source or replacing the water filter, flush the water system. Flushing the water dispensing system forces air from the water line and filter and prepares the water filter for use.
NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.

Using a sturdy container, depress and hold the water dispenser pad for 5 seconds, then release it for 5 seconds.
Repeat Step 1 until water begins to flow.
Once the water begins to flow, continue depressing and releasing the dispenser pad (5 seconds on, 5 seconds off) until a total of 3 gal.
(12 L) has been dispensed.
Additional flushing may be required in some households.

The Water Dispenser
IMPORTANT:

Dispense at least 1 qt (1 L) of water every week to maintain a fresh supply.
If the flow of water from the dispenser decreases, it could be caused by low water pressure.
With the water filter removed, dispense 1 cup (237 mL) of water. If 1 cup of water is dispensed in 8 seconds or less, the water pressure in the refrigerator meets the minimum requirement.
If it takes longer than 8 seconds to dispense 1 cup of water, the water pressure in the refrigerator is lower than recommended.
See “Water Supply Requirements” (in the User Instructions or the Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual) or “Problem Solver” for suggestions.

To Dispense Water:

Press a sturdy glass against the water dispenser pad. Hold the glass close to the water dispenser spout to ensure that the water dispenses into the glass.
Remove the glass to stop dispensing.

The Ice Dispenser
Ice dispenses from the ice maker storage bin in the freezer when the dispenser pad is pressed. To turn off the ice maker, see “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”
Your ice maker can produce both crushed and cubed ice. Before dispensing ice, select which type of ice you prefer by pressing the ICE TYPE button.
The display screen indicates which type of ice is selected.

For crushed ice, cubes are crushed before being dispensed. This may cause a slight delay when dispensing crushed ice. Noise from the ice crusher is normal, and pieces of ice may vary in size. When changing from crushed to cubed, a few ounces of crushed ice will be dispensed along with the first cubes.

To Dispense Ice:

Make sure the desired type of ice is selected. To switch between cubed and crushed, press ICE TYPE.

Cut Hazard
Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice.
Failure to do so can result in cuts.
Press a sturdy glass against the ice dispenser pad. Hold the glass close to the ice guide to ensure that the ice dispenses into the glass.

IMPORTANT: You do not need to apply a lot of pressure to the pad in order to activate the ice dispenser. Pressing hard will not make the ice dispense faster or in greater quantities.
Remove the glass to stop dispensing.
NOTE: Ice may continue to dispense for several seconds after removing the glass from the pad. The dispenser may continue to make noise for a few seconds after dispensing.

The Dispenser Light
When you use the dispenser, the light will automatically turn on. If you want the light to be on continuously, you may choose either ON or DIM. The display screen indicates which mode is selected.
ON: Press LIGHT to turn the dispenser light on.
DIM: Press LIGHT a second time to select DIM mode. The dispenser light will remain on, but at a lower intensity.
OFF: Press LIGHT a third time to turn the dispenser light off.
The dispenser lights are LEDs that cannot be changed. If it appears that your dispenser lights are not working, see “Troubleshooting” or “Problem Solver” for more information.

The Dispenser Lock
The dispenser can be turned off for easy cleaning or to avoid unintentional dispensing by small children and pets.
NOTE: The lock feature does not shut off power to the refrigerator, the ice maker, or to the dispenser light. It simply deactivates the controls and dispenser pads. To turn off the ice maker, see “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”

Press and hold LOCK for 3 seconds to lock the dispenser.
Press and hold LOCK a second time to unlock the dispenser.
The display screen indicates when the dispenser is locked.

Ice Maker and Storage Bin

Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced.
The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the water supplied to your ice maker. Avoid connecting the ice maker to a softened water supply. Water softener chemicals (such as salt) can damage parts of the ice maker and lead to poor quality ice. If a softened water supply cannot be avoided, make sure the water softener is operating properly and is well maintained.
Do not use anything sharp to break up the ice in the storage bin. This can cause damage to the ice container and the dispenser mechanism.
Do not store anything on top of or in the ice maker or storage bin.

Style 1
Turning the Ice Maker On/Off:
The On/Off switch, located on the left wall of the freezer door, can only be accessed when the ice storage bin has been removed. See the following section for bin removal instructions.

To turn on the ice maker, flip the switch to the ON (up) position.
To manually turn off the ice maker, flip the switch to the OFF (down) position.

NOTE: The ice maker has an automatic shutoff to keep the storage bin from overfilling during normal operation. As ice is made, the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin, and the ice cubes will raise the shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position. When the storage bin is at full capacity, the ice maker will automatically stop ice production, but the ice maker On/ Off switch will remain in the ON (up) position.

Removing and Replacing the Ice Storage Bin:

Press down the release lever and tilt the bucket outward. Use both hands to hold the base of the storage bin, then lift it up and out.
NOTE: It is not necessary to flip the ice maker On/Off switch to the OFF (down) position when removing the storage bin. The storage bin sensor, located on the left wall of the freezer door, stops the ice maker from producing ice if the door is open or the storage bin is removed.
Replace the bin by sliding it onto the door, then tilting it back into an upright position. The release lever will click when the bin is securely in place.

Style 2
Turning the Ice Maker On/Off:

To turn ON the ice maker, simply lower the wire shutoff arm.
To manually turn off the ice maker, lift the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click. Ice can still be dispensed, but no more can be made.

NOTE: The ice maker has an automatic shutoff to keep the storage bin from overfilling during normal operation. As ice is made, the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin, and the ice cubes will raise the wire shutoffarm to the OFF (arm up) position. Do not force the wire shutoffarm up or down.
Removing and Replacing the Ice Storage Bin:

Pull the covering panel up from the bottom.
Lift the wire shutoff arm so it clicks into the OFF (up) position.
Lift up the front of the storage bin and pull it out.
Replace the bin by pushing it in all the way or the dispenser will not work.
To restart ice production, lower the wire shutoff arm into the ON (down) position. Make sure the door is closed tightly.

Water Filtration System
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.
Water Filter Status Light
The water filter status light will help you know when to change your water filter.

When the dispenser control panel’s water filter status display changes to “ORDER,” this tells you that it is almost time to change the water filter cartridge.
Replace the water filter cartridge when the water filter status display changes to “REPLACE.”
NOTE: If water flow to your water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably, change the filter sooner. The filter should be replaced at least every 6 months, depending on your water quality and usage.

Resetting the Filter Status

After changing the water filter, reset the status light by pressing and holding the FILTER button for 3 seconds.
When the system is reset, the “ORDER” and “REPLACE” icons will disappear from the display screen.

Changing the Water Filter

Locate the water filter in the top-right corner of the refrigerator compartment.
Lift open the filter cover door. The filter will be released and then be ejected as the door is opened.
When the door is completely open, pull the filter straight out.
NOTE: There may be some water in the filter. Some spilling may occur. Use a towel to wipe up any spills.
Take the new filter out of its packaging and remove the cap. Be sure the O-rings are still in place after the cap is removed.
With the arrow pointing up, align the new filter with the filter housing and slide it into place. The filter cover door will automatically begin to close as the new filter is inserted.
Close the filter cover door completely in order to snap the filter into place. You may need to press hard.
Flush the water system. See “Water and Ice Dispensers.”

ACCESSORIES

The following accessories are available for your refrigerator.
To order an accessory: Contact us and ask for the part number listed, or contact your authorized dealer.
In the U.S.A., call 1-800-442-9991 or visit www.whirlpool.com/accessories.
In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777 or visit www.whirlpool.ca.
Affresh® Stainless Steel Cleaner:
Order Part #W10355016
In Canada, order Part #W10355016B
Affresh® Stainless Steel Wipes:
Order Part #W10355049
In Canada, order Part #W10355049B
Affresh® Kitchen & Appliance Cleaner:
Order Part #W10355010
In Canada, order Part #W10355010B
Water Filter:
Order Part #W10295370A (P4RFWB)
Air Filter:
Order Part #W10311524
Produce Preserver:
Order Part #W10346771

PROBLEM SOLVER

First try the solutions suggested here. For a complete Problem Solver listing with more information about additional topics, see the Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual provided with your refrigerator, or visit our website and download the User Instructions for your model.
If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you avoid a service call, refer to the warranty page in this manual or visit www.whirlpool.com/product_help. In Canada, visit 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.

In Canada:
Whirlpool Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Centre
200 – 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7

WHIRLPOOL® REFRIGERATION LIMITED WARRANTY

ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE. PROOF OF PURCHASE IS REQUIRED TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE.
Please have the following information available when you call the Customer eXperience Center:

Name, address, and telephone number
Model number and serial number
A clear, detailed description of the problem
Proof of purchase, including dealer or retailer name and address

IF YOU NEED SERVICE:

Before contacting us to arrange service, please determine whether your product requires repair. Some questions can be addressed without service. Please take a few minutes to review the Troubleshooting section of the Use and Care Guide or visit producthelp.whirlpool.com.
All warranty service is provided exclusively by our authorized Whirlpool Service Providers. In the U.S. and Canada, direct all requests for warranty service to:

Whirlpool Customer eXperience Center
In the U.S.A., call 1-800-253-1301. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.
If outside the 50 United States or Canada, contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer to determine whether another warranty applies.

FIVE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

WHAT IS COVERED
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool Corporation or Whirlpool Canada LP (hereafter “Whirlpool”) will pay for factory specified replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship that existed when this major appliance was purchased or, at its sole discretion, replace the product. In the event of product replacement, your appliance will be warranted for the remaining term of the original unit’s warranty period.

SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CAVITY LINER AND SEALED REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
In the second through fifth years from the date of purchase, when this major appliance is installed, operated, and maintained according to the instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Whirlpool brand will pay for factory specified replacement parts and repair labor for the following components to correct non-cosmetic defects in materials and workmanship in this part that prevent function of the refrigerator and that existed when this major appliance was purchased:

Refrigerator/freezer cavity liner if the part cracks due to defective materials or workmanship
Sealed Refrigeration system (includes compressor, evaporator, condenser, dryer, and connecting tubing)

YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN. Service must be provided by a Whirlpool designated service company. This limited warranty is valid only in the United States or Canada and applies only when the major appliance is used in the country in which it was purchased. This limited warranty is effective from the date of original consumer purchase. Proof of original purchase date is required to obtain service under this limited warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Commercial, non-residential, or multiple-family use, or use inconsistent with published user, operator, or installation instructions.
In-home instruction on how to use your product.
Service to correct improper product maintenance or installation, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or correction of household electrical or plumbing (e.g., house wiring, fuses, or water inlet hoses).
Consumable parts (e.g., light bulbs, batteries, air or water filters, preservation solutions, etc.).
Defects or damage caused by the use of non-genuine Whirlpool parts or accessories.
Damage from accident, misuse, abuse, fire, floods, acts of God, or use with products not approved by Whirlpool.
Repairs to parts or systems to correct product damage or defects caused by unauthorized service, alteration, or modification of the appliance.
Cosmetic damage, including scratches, dents, chips, and other damage to the appliance finishes, unless such damage results from defects in materials and workmanship and is reported to Whirlpool within 30 days.
Discoloration, rust, or oxidation of surfaces resulting from caustic or corrosive environments including, but not limited to, high salt concentrations, high moisture or humidity, or exposure to chemicals.
Food or medicine loss due to product failure.
Pickup or delivery. This product is intended for in-home repair.
Travel or transportation expenses for service in remote locations where an authorized Whirlpool servicer is not available.
Removal or reinstallation of inaccessible appliances or built-in fixtures (e.g., trim, decorative panels, flooring, cabinetry, islands, countertops, drywall, etc.) that interfere with servicing, removal, or replacement of the product.
Service or parts for appliances with original model/serial numbers removed, altered, or not easily determined.

The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the customer.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO FIVE YEARS OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW. Some states and provinces do not allow limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so this limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.

DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY
Whirlpool makes no representations about the quality, durability, or need for service or repair of this major appliance other than the representations contained in this warranty. If you want a longer or more comprehensive warranty than the limited warranty that comes with this major appliance, you should ask Whirlpool or your retailer about buying an extended warranty.

LIMITATION OF REMEDIES: EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR AS PROVIDED HEREIN.
WHIRLPOOL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state or province to province.