Brand:
Whirlpool
Category: Refrigerators
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for WH31S1E/WH31BKE
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:07 p.m.
Warranty Information
This product is warranted for one (1) year from the date of original purchase against defects in material and workmanship.
Refrigerator Operation:
- Allow the refrigerator to stand upright for 4 hours before use.
- Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
- Adjust temperature using the knob: "OFF" (no cooling, power on), "MAX" (coolest), "MED" (recommended), "MIN" (warmer).
- Store food in sealed containers to prevent odors or drying.
- Cool hot food before placing it in the appliance to maintain temperature and reduce power consumption.
- Minimize door openings to reduce power consumption.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problem | Possible Cause | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator does not operate | • Not plugged in tightly | - Unplug, wait 10 seconds, then plug in again |
| • Tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse | • Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker | |
| • Problem with electrical outlet | • Consult with a qualified electrician | |
| Refrigerator seems too warm/food does not seem to cool | • Temperature setting may be too warm | • Lower the temperature setting |
| • Door opened too frequently | • This is normal | |
| • Door not closed tightly | • Check to make sure that nothing inside the Refrigerator is causing the door to not close | |
| • Warm weather | • This is normal | |
| Compressor runs too long, or cycles on and off frequently | • Hot weather | • This is normal |
| • Door opened too frequently | • This is normal | |
| • Door not closed tightly | • Make sure that nothing inside the refrigerator is causing the door to not close | |
| • Temperature control set at coldest setting | • Adjust temperature to a warmer setting | |
| • Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator | • This is normal | |
| Moisture forms on the outside of the appliance | • This is normal during periods of high humidity | • This is normal |
| • The door is slightly open | • Close the door tightly | |
| Moisture forms on the inside of the appliance | • This is normal during periods of high humidity | • This is normal |
| • Door is opened too long or too frequently | • This is normal | |
| Vibration noise | • Refrigerator is on an uneven surface | • Adjust the leveling legs |
| • Refrigerator is touching the wall | • Move the refrigerator away from the wall |