Use & Care Guide Refrigerator Guia de Uso y Cuidado Refrigerador Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien Réfrigérateur 297299100 August 2010
Finding Information Please Read And Save This Guide Thank you for choosing Electrolux, our new premium brand in home appliances. This Use & Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality throughout the service life of your new appliance. Keep A Record For Quick Reference Purchase date Electrolux model number Table Of Contents Electrolux serial number Finding Information ................................................ 2 Safety ......................................
Safety Important Safety Instructions Safety Precautions Do not attempt to install or operate your unit until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a Danger, Warning, or Caution based on the risk type. Definitions This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Safety Electrical Information You must follow these guidelines to ensure that your refrigerator’s safety mechanisms are operating correctly. • The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz, AC-only non-GFCI electric outlet. The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle.
Feature Overview Understanding Features and Terms Your Electrolux refrigerator is designed for optimal convenience and storage flexibility. The illustration below is provided to assist you with familiarizing yourself with product features and terminology. Features may vary according to model.
Installation Required Tools You will need the following tools: This Use & Care Guide provides general installation and operating instructions for your model. We recommend using a service or kitchen contracting professional to install your refrigerator. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before starting the refrigerator, follow these important first steps.
Installing Door Handle Door Handle Mounting Instructions 1. Remove handle from carton and any other protective packaging. 2. Position refrigerator handle end caps over upper and lower pre-installed shoulder bolts (A) that are fastened into door, ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing towards the outside of door if a single unit installation or the freezer door (if installing the matching freezer) 3.
Leveling To Level The Refrigerator: While unit is lying on its back for wood skid removal, note the location of the four (4) leg levelers installed at each corner. These leg levelers will be used to level the refrigerator and to adjust the height. Use a carpenter’s level to level the refrigerator from front to back and side to side. Make sure to allow for the Trim and Leveling Kit if it is to be installed with the unit.
Door Removal and Temperature Control Door Removal If door must be removed: Doors are heavy. It is recommended to have two people to remove or replace the door assembly from the cabinet. • • • • • • Unplug the unit or switch the breaker that supplies power to the unit to the off position. Remove the plastic top hinge cover. Hold the door in place while removing the top hinge from the cabinet. Remove the two 3/8” hex head bolts from the top hinge with a 3/8” wrench or socket.
Electronic Control Air Filter Reset Key Adjust UP Key Temp Mode Key Alarm Off Key hold to reset press & hold °F air filter door ajar Adjust DOWN Key Door Ajar Indicator power fail temp mode alarm off control lock replace air filter Replace Air Filter Indicator Power Fail Indicator Control Lock Key IQ Touch™ Electronic Control Features Replace Air Filter When the “REPLACE AIR FILTER” LED is illuminated yellow, the air filter needs to be replaced.
Alarms 11 Alarms There are four possible conditions that will cause the alarm tone to sound. High Temp Alarm If the temperature inside the cabinet has exceeded 55ºF (13ºC) for 1 hour or more of normal operation, the HI TEMP LED will illuminate, the HIGH TEMP Alert will sound and the cabinet temperature is shown in the display. The LED and temperature alarm will remain active until the cabinet temperature is below 55ºF (13ºC). The audible alarm can be turned off by pressing ALARM OFF key.
Electronic Control Features Sabbath Mode The Sabbath Mode is a feature that disables portions of the refrigerator and its controls in accordance with the observance of the weekly Sabbath and religious holidays within the Orthodox Jewish community. To initiate or cancel Sabbath Mode, press the CONTROL LOCK and TEMP MODE keys at the same time and hold for three (3) seconds. The display will now show “Sb” and the confirmation tone will sound.
Air Filter and Luxury Design™ Lighting 13 Pure Advantage™ Air Filter Your new Pure Advantage air filter is located inside one of the 2 Liter Door Bins. The air filter cover is located on the upper right side of the control box. In general, you should change the air filter with Part Number “EAFCBF” every six months to ensure optimal filtering of freezer odors. The replacement air filter can be purchased on the Electrolux website (http://www.electroluxappliances.com) or call toll free in the U.S.
Storage Components Storage Luxury Design™ Glass Shelves Multi-position adjustable slide out glass shelves can be moved to any position for larger or smaller packages. The shipping spacers that stabilize the shelves for shipping may be removed and discarded. Insert Into Slots To Adjust The Shelves • • • Lift front edge up. Pull shelf out. Replace the shelf by inserting the hooks at rear of the shelf into the wall bracket. Lower the shelf into the desired slots and lock into position.
Storage Components 15 Adjustable Two Liter Door Bins This model is equipped with adjustable door bins that can be moved to suit individual needs. To Move Door Bins: • • • • Lift the bin straight up. Remove the bin. Place the bin in desired position. Lower the bin onto supports until locked in place. Adjustable Dairy Bin Use the dairy compartment, at the top of the fresh food compartment door, for short term storage of cheese, spreads, or butter.
Storing Food & Saving Energy Ideas For Storing Foods Vacation And Moving Tips Fresh Food Storage Short Vacations: • Keep the fresh food compartment between 34° F and 40° F with an optimum temperature of 37° F. • • Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves, which reduces air circulation and causes uneven cooling. Long Vacations: Fruits and Vegetables • Store fruits and vegetables in crisper drawers, where trapped moisture helps preserve food quality for longer time periods.
Care & Cleaning 17 • Turning the freezer temperature control to “OFF” (See Page 9) turns off the compressor, but does not disconnect electrical power to the LED lights or other electrical components. Unplug the unit or switch the breaker that supplies power to the unit to the off position. Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels.
Warranty Information Major Appliance Warranty Information Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will repair or replace any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used, and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.
Solutions To Common Problems 19 Troubleshooting Guide Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this refrigerator. Problem Cause Correction * Refrigerator is plugged into a circuit that has a ground fault interrupt. * Temperature control set to “OFF”. * Refrigerator may not be plugged in, or plug may be loose. * House fuse blown or tripped circuit breaker.
Solutions To Common Problems Problem Cause Correction Sound And Noise (Continued) Bubbling or gurgling sound. * Refrigerant (used to cool refrigerator is circulating throughout the system. * This is normal. Vibrating or rattling noise. * Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly. * Level the refrigerator. Refer to “LEVELING” in the “FIRST STEPS” section. * Floor is uneven or weak. * Ensure floor can adequately support refrigerator.
