How to Remove the Freezer Shelves and Bottom Bin From an Older Whirlpool Side‑By‑Side Refrigerator

Written By: Bill Gilbert
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How to Remove the Freezer Shelves and Bottom Bin From an Older Whirlpool Side‑By‑Side Refrigerator

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

7

Time Required

5 - 8 minutes

Introduction

Use this guide to remove the freezer shelves and bottom bin from your older Whirlpool side‑by‑side refrigerator.

This may be necessary for cleaning or to make room for larger items. It will also help if you have a damaged shelf that needs replacement.

This guide is based on a Whirlpool Model ED5FTGXKQ02 Refrigerator.

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    • Pull the handle of the freezer door towards you to open it.

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    • Pull the handle of the refrigerator door towards you to open it.

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    • Slide the shelf to the left side of the freezer.

    • Keep track of the position of each shelf as you remove it; there are two slightly different sizes.

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    • Lift the right edge of the shelf upward to tilt it.

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    • Shift the shelf back to the right while keeping it tilted. It should now be released from its slot and you can remove it from the freezer.

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    • Repeat these steps for any other shelves you wish to remove.

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    • Slide and remove the bottom bin from the freezer portion.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Bill Gilbert

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