Name: 36-inch Wide Contemporary Handle Counter Depth Side-by-Side Refrigerator - 21 cu. ft.
Brand: Whirlpool
SKU: WRSA71CIHZ
Price: 1978.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.41 (104 reviews)

Overview

Product Description

36-inch Wide Contemporary Handle Counter Depth Side-by-Side Refrigerator - 21 cu. ft.

Store more of your family's favorites in this counter depth refrigerator. The counter depth design makes extra room in the kitchen and features an exterior ice and water dispenser with EveryDrop™ filtration. Hide smudges with the fingerprint resistant refrigerator exterior that easily wipes clean and count on the Accu-Chill™ temperature management system to keep family favorites in their ideal environment.

Counter-Depth Design

allows this freestanding refrigerator to fit nearly flush with surrounding countertops to offer a built-in look and allow more room to move seamlessly in the kitchen.

Fingerprint Resistant

Available in a stainless finish, the easy-to-clean exterior resists fingerprints and smudges.

In-Door-Ice® Storage

Get an extra full shelf in the freezer with an ice bin that's been moved to the door.

Frameless Glass Shelves

Store more items on each shelf with wall-to-wall frameless glass shelves, which offer greater storage flexibility.

Additional Features

Exterior Ice and Water Dispenser with EveryDrop™ Filtration

Access fresh filtered water and ice without ever opening the refrigerator door.

Measured Fill

Select the exact amount of filtered water you need. The dispenser will fill your container in ounces, cups or liters, and automatically shut off when it’s done.

Accu-Chill™ Temperature Management System

Cool food quickly with technology that senses and adapts to create the ideal environment for food.

Adjustable Gallon Door Bins

Move these adjustable bins anywhere in the door for increased loading flexibility when and where you need it.

Adaptive Defrost

Adaptive defrost monitors the freezer environment and runs the cycle only when necessary.

Humidity-Controlled Crispers

Store fruits and vegetables in their ideal environment.

LED Interior Lighting

Keep food looking as good as it tastes. Light is cast inside the refrigerator so food looks like it's supposed to.

LED Dispenser Night-Light

Easily find water and ice at night when you turn on the dispenser night-light.

Hidden Hinges

Get a seamless look with door hinges that stay out of sight.

FreshFlow™ Air Filter

The FreshFlow™ air filter is 15 times more effective than baking soda at reducing common food odors. This carbon-based filter should be replaced every 6 months for optimal freshness.

Height:

68-7/8”

inches

68-7/8 in

Width:

36”

inches

36 in

Depth:

29-3/4”

inches

29-3/4 in

Download Specs Sheet

Download Dimension Guide

Certifications

ADA Compliant

ADA Height and Side and Front Reach Compliant, No

CEE Tier Rating

Not Rated

ENERGY STAR Qualified

Energy Star® Qualified

Prop 65

CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY - WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Yes

Exterior Details

Base Grille Color

Grey

Cabinet Color

Grey

Cabinet Finish

Smooth

Door Color

Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel

Door Finish

Smooth

Door Opening Direction

N/A

Door Style

Contour

Handle Color

Stainless Steel

Handle Material

Metal

Handle Type

Reach Through Handle

Hidden Hinge

Yes

Reversible Door

Details

Advance Foam Insulation

N/A

Door Style Configuration

Side-by-Side

Installation Configuration

Freestanding

Levelers

2 Black

Refrigeration Configuration

Refrigerator

Refrigerator Type

Side-by-Side

Wheels

4-Natural

Dimensions

Cabinet Width

35-1/2 in

Capacity

20.59 cu. ft.

Depth

29-3/4 in

Depth Closed Excluding Handles

27-1/2 in

Depth Closed Including Handles

29-3/4 in

Depth Excluding Doors

24-1/2 in

Depth With Door Open 90 Degree

45-7/8 in

Freezer Capacity Volume

6.97 cu. ft.

Gross Weight

257 lbs

Height

68-7/8 in

Height To Top Of Cabinet

68-5/8 in

Height To Top Of Door Hinge

68-7/8 in

Net Weight

242 lbs

Refrigerator Capacity Volume

13-31/50

Width

36 in

Freezer Details

Freezer Door Bins

3 Adjustable Full-Width

Freezer Door Type

Swing

Freezer Drawer/Basket

1 Full Width Lower Plastic

Freezer Lighting

LED

Freezer Number of Shelves

Freezer Shelves

1 Fixed Full Width Glass, 3 Adjustable Full Width Glass

Icemaker Details

Icemaker

Factory Installed

Icemaker Location

Freezer Door

Types of Ice

Crushed/Cubed

Refrigerator Details

Conventional Shelves

1 Fixed Full-Width Glass, 3 Adjustable Full-Width Glass

Deli Drawer

Yes

Humidity-Controlled Crispers

1 Full-Width

Liner Finish

White Opaque

Non Climate Control Drawers

None

Number of Doors

Number of Interior Shelves

Pantry Drawer

Refrigerator Door Bins

2 Adjustable Two-Liter, 3 Adjustable Gallon

Refrigerator Lighting

LED

Spill-Proof Glass Shelves

Supplementary Containers

Utility Compartment

Temperature-Controlled Drawers

Controls

Automatic Defrost

Yes

Control Location

Exterior Dispenser

Control Lockout

Yes

Cooling Type

Single Evaporator

Door Ajar/Open Alarm

Yes

LCD Touch Screen

Max Cool/Fast Cool

Temperature Range

-5/+5 FC 33/45 RC

Dispenser Details

Dispenser Options

Control/Child Lock, Filtered Water, Measured/Metered Fill, Night Light

Dispenser Type

Exterior Ice and Water

Filter Details

Fresh Flow Air Filter Included

Yes

Produce Preserver

Water Filter Indicator/Reset

Yes

Water Filter Location

Interior

Water Filter Part Number

EDR1RXD1

Smart Compatibility

Connectivity

Works With

Electrical

Amps

Volts

115

Rated 1 out of 5 by Angry from Horrible bought fridge $18,000 in Jan. 1st one replaced water filter popped out hit me in head. Now this keeps freezing to 25-29° in fridge 3rd time fixing. Won't replace it. Horrible company. They are milking the warranty until it's up. 6 months throwing food away & got sick. Have pics. Rubber gasket on doors not completely attached. Next stop is reporting it to the state & calling a lawyer if not replaced

Date published: 2025-06-11

Rated 4 out of 5 by Alex from Nice but Some Cons The refrigerator is nice and it can sometimes be noisy but the sound doesn't bother us. I like that the ice bin is covered but it's still easy to get ice out by hand and we haven't had any problems with clumping. However, there are some features that we don't love and we were disappointed that we weren't able to return the fridge after it had been plugged in. The handles are very slim and aren't super comfortable to use, the shelves are very slim and feel fragile, which isn't ideal with young kids, the door shelves don't hold as much as we would like, and the freezer could use more shelves. We purchased this fridge for a new build home before moving in and made the mistake of ordering a countertop depth fridge, without realizing that the wall next to it was not in line with the countertop. That is our own fault, but another reason why we were hoping to exchange the fridge. Overall, it's a nice refrigerator if you're looking for something sleek, but I would choose a different model for our family if given the option.

Date published: 2025-05-21

Rated 2 out of 5 by JamesDid from Very inconsistent freezer, very loud compressor Second side by side Whirlpool we have received in 3 months. First one the compressor ran 21 hours daily and was extremely loud to point you could not be in the room and have a conversations. Second one that we have now freezer temperature may be -2 degrees or 33 degrees, never know. Best Buy repairman was unable to repair, suggested we contact Whirlpool, which we did. A repairman sent out by Whirlpool suggested it may be a bad mother board and he is to contact Whirlpool for directions. We are waiting

Date published: 2025-05-15

Rated 2 out of 5 by Hutch320 from NOISY!!! I purchased this model less than a year ago and the noise this fridge makes is driving me and the wife crazy. It is so loud. I do not recommend unless you plan to keep it in the garage or outside.

Date published: 2025-03-17

Rated 4 out of 5 by Bill67 from Some issues Fits space well. It does rattle for several seconds when the compressor starts frequently. Must order two additional freezer shelves, since there are hangers for 6 shelves but only 4 are supplied with purchase. The display counter for filling water cups does not work unless one starts filling a cup then immediately stop and restart filling, then the counter appears. Food is frozen or cold as desired. Installation was strange: the installers said I (the customer) had to connect the old water line, since they were not allowed. And, the brochures stated a new water line is included, obviously not. In addition, the air filter was missing and I had to call Whirlpool and request a filter. Their response was very fast.

Date published: 2025-03-13

Rated 1 out of 5 by brooke from MISSING SHELF --- NO HELP Bought this refrigerator a month ago.. shelf missing, which I notice seems to be a regular problem... I have called 4 times.. twice on hold over 25+ min. Hung up, as I work in an ER!! Got through once, they told me I had to have the serial #.. I already had the model# and they were able to pull up the delivery!!?? Called today.. got through to someone 32 minutes in. At 63 minutes... she tells me its the wrong serial number and I would have to get correct one and call back!! HOW HOW do I get an email of my purchase with all the details. customer rep finds me and the appliance but can not proceed! Now I dont know when I can call again with that kind of time and I have a whole space I can not put food in because there is no shelf!! But yet paid good money for what I thought was a great company. The fact that most of the reviews are not great should be looked into. Im very very upset to get a new home, all new appliances and its been nothing but an issue for a plastic freaking shelf!!!

Date published: 2024-11-19

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