All about the Use & Care of your Refrigerator TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Sabbath Mode .................................................... 10 Features at a Glance............................................. 4 Alerts ................................................................ 11 Installation .......................................................... 5 Changing The Filter / Interior Lighting ................. 12 Door Handle Removal Instructions ......................... 6 Storage Features ...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Please read all instructions before using this refrigerator. IMPORTANT IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard-related. For Your Safety • DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read product labels for warnings regarding flammability and other hazards. • DO NOT operate the refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Child Safety Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the refrigerator is unpacked. Children should NEVER use these items to play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers, and can quickly cause suffocation. Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator or Freezer Risk of child entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past.
FEATURE OVERVIEW Understanding Features and Terms Your Frigidaire 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. NOTE Features may vary according to model.
INSTALLATION Required Tools You will need the following tools: This Use & Care Guide provides general operating instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before starting the refrigerator, follow these important first steps. Location • • • Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS 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 INSTRUCTIONS 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. NOTE Make sure to allow for the Trim and Leveling Kit if it is to be installed with the unit.
DOOR REMOVAL / ELECTRONIC CONTROL DOOR REMOVAL CAUTION If door must be removed: • • • • • • 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. Lift the door upwards and pull up and away from the cabinet until free of the bottom hinge pin mounted on the front of the cabinet.
ELECTRONIC CONTROL FEATURES Air Filter Reset Key Adjust UP Key Temp Mode Key Alarm Reset Key °F Adjust DOWN Key Door Ajar Indicator Replace Air Filter Indicator Power Fail Indicator Control Lock Key Electronic Control Panel Layout PRO-SELECT™ ELECTRONIC CONTROL FEATURES Replace Air Filter When the “REPLACE AIR FILTER” LED is illuminated yellow, the air filter needs to be replaced. The control will signal for air filter replacement after 3600 hours of refrigerator operation.
SABBATH MODE SABBATH MODE The Sabbath Mode is a feature that disables portions of the freezer 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.
ALERTS ALERTS There are four possible conditions that will cause the alert tone to sound. High Temp Alert If the temperature inside the cabinet has exceeded 55ºF (13ºC) for 1 hour or more, the HIGH TEMP LED will illuminate, the HIGH TEMP Alert will sound with 4 short beeps every ½ second, and the cabinet temperature is shown in the display. The LED and temperature alert will remain active until the cabinet temperature is below 55ºF (13ºC). The audible alert can be turned off by pressing Alert RESET key.
CHANGING THE FILTER / INTERIOR LIGHTING 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 Frigidaire website (http://frigidaire.stores.yahoo.net) or call toll free in the U.S.
STORAGE FEATURES Upper Level Lighting The upper level lighting comes on automatically when the door is opened. To replace the light bulbs: IMPORTANT Light Shield To disconnect power to the unit, unplug the unit or switch the breaker that supplies power to the unit to the off position. Replace the old bulb with a bulb of the same wattage. 1. To replace the light bulb, turn the temperature control to OFF and unplug the electrical cord. 2.
STORAGE FEATURES Crisper Drawer With Adjustable Dividers The crisper drawer, located at the bottom of the refrigerator interior, is designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. Wash items in clean water and then remove excess water before placing them in the crisper. Items with strong odors or high moisture content should be wrapped before storing. Dividers may be adjusted for different size items within the crisper. To remove the Crisper Drawer or Deli Drawer: 1.
STORAGE AND CLEANING 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. Fruits and Vegetables • Store fruits and vegetables in crisper drawers, where trapped moisture helps preserve food quality for longer time periods.
CARE AND CLEANING NOTE • Turning the refrigerator temperature control to “OFF” (See page 8) turns off the compressor, but does not disconnect electrical power to the 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.
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BEFORE YOU CALL 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 Operation Refrigerator does not * Refrigerator is plugged into a circuit that has a ground fault run. interrupt. * Temperature control set to “OFF”. * Refrigerator may not be plugged in, or plug may be loose.
BEFORE YOU CALL Problem Cause Correction Sound And Noise Louder sound levels * Modern refrigerators have whenever refrigerator increased storage capacity and is on. more stable temperatures. They require heavy duty compressors. Louder sound levels when compressor comes on. * Refrigerator operates at higher pressures during the start of the ON cycle. Popping or cracking * sound when compressor comes on. * Bubbling or gurgling sound. Vibrating or rattling noise. * This is normal.
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