Side by Side Refrigerator Welcome 2 Safety Instructions 3 With Electronic Controls Installation -- Includes Connecting Ice Maker To Water Supply 4-5 Door Removal Instructions 6 Features at a Glance 7 Temperature Controls Looking Inside 8-9 10 - 12 Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser 13 - 17 Food Storage & Energy Saving Tips 18 Normal Operating Sounds 19 Español 27 Questions? 1-800-944-9044 (United States) 1-800-668-4606 (Canada) Visit the Frigidaire Elements Web Site at: http://www.
Welcome & Congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We here at Electrolux Home Products are very proud of our product and we are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. Extend Your Warranty Protection With An Extended Service Contract Please read this Use & Care Manual very carefully. It contains valuable information on how to properly maintain your new refrigerator.
Important Safety Instructions Please Read All Instructions Before Using This Refrigerator. FOR YOUR SAFETY • • • • PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER 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. Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice maker. Remove all staples from the carton.
Installation This Owner’s Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Manual. 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. If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat sources.
Installation - Connecting Ice Maker To Water Supply To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personal injury, disconnect the refrigerator from electrical power before connecting a water supply line to the refrigerator. To Avoid Property Damage: • • • Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply line. Water supply tubing made of ¼” plastic is not recommended since it greatly increases the potential for water leaks.
Door Removal Instructions DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS: Cover Screws Before you start: 1 Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet. 2 Remove any food from the door shelves. 3 Close the doors. Hinge Cover To remove the hinge cover: 1 Remove the three screws from the cover over the top door hinges. 2 Pull the cover forward about a half inch and lift it off. To remove the refrigerator door: 1 Trace lightly around the door’s top hinge with a pencil. This makes reinstallation easier.
Features At A Glance Features may vary according to model 7
Temperature Controls COOL DOWN PERIOD To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 6 hours before loading it with food. REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER CONTROLS NOTE: When changing control settings, wait 24 hours before making additional adjustments.
Temperature Controls OTHER CONTROL FEATURES Alarm Reset Button Cooling System On/Off Button TURNING THE COOLING SYSTEM ON AND OFF Indicator Lights The On indicator light remains off while the freezer and refrigerator compartments cool toward the current cooling settings. When temperature settings are reached, the On light displays green to indicate an active alarm system.
Looking Inside ICE CREAM SHELF (SOME MODELS) This shelf attaches to the top of the ice dispenser container. It allows storage of both round and rectangular cartons of your favorite ice cream. Ice Cream Shelf To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change. CANTILEVER SHELF ADJUSTMENT Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs.
Looking Inside (continued) DOOR STORAGE TALL BOTTLE RETAINER (SOME MODELS) Door bins and shelves are provided for convenient storage of jars, bottles, and cans. Frequently used items can be quickly selected. The Tall Bottle Retainer keeps tall containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door. To install, hold the retainer at the top, and slide it over the outside wall of the bin, as shown in the diagram.
Looking Inside - Special Storage Areas CRISPERS (SOME MODELS) MEAT KEEPER The crispers, located under the bottom refrigerator shelf, are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. Wash items in clear water and remove excess water before placing them in the crispers. Items with strong odors or high moisture content should be wrapped before storing. Some models are equipped with a Meat Keeper.
Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 6 3 8 4 7 5 9 Features may vary according to model. SPEED FREEZE To freeze food at a faster rate to preserve freshness, push the Touch Pad 1 for 3-5 seconds to activate this feature. A green light will appear above the Touch Pad. Push the Touch Pad 1 again for 3-5 seconds to deactivate.
Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser ICE AND WATER DISPENSER FEATURES The ice and water dispenser conveniently dispenses chilled water, and ice cubes or crushed ice, depending on the model. To operate the ice dispenser, select the ice option desired using the touchpad. Press a glass against the dispensing paddle as far up as possible to catch all ice. To stop dispensing ice, pull glass away from dispensing paddle. Do not remove the glass until the ice has completely dispensed.
Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser CLEANING THE ICE DISPENSER Do not use the ice chute as a handle when removing or replacing the ice storage bin. Surfaces there may be sharp. Clean the dispenser and ice container at regular intervals, particularly before you take a vacation or move, or if the ice dispenser sticks. 1. Turn off ice production by pressing the ice maker’s On/Off switch. 2. Remove ice container by lifting up and out. Empty and carefully clean the container with mild detergent.
Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser PureSource TM * Ice and Water Filter (some models) NOTE: If you purchased a refrigerator with a PureSource TM * Ice and Water filter, please read the following use and care information. This ice and water filter system filters water to your ice maker and water dispenser. It is located in the upper right back corner of the fresh food compartment. System Startup: Water supply does not need to be turned off, however, do not use ice and water dispenser while installing filter.
Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser PureSource2TM * Ice and Water Front Filter (some models) NOTE: If you purchased a refrigerator with a PureSource2TM * Ice and Water front filter, please read the following use and care information. This ice and water filter system filters water to your ice maker and water dispenser. It is located in the upper right front corner of the fresh food compartment.
Food Storage & Energy Saving Ideas FOOD STORAGE IDEAS Fresh Food Storage • The fresh food compartment should be kept between 34° F and 40° F with an optimum temperature of 37° F. • Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves. This reduces the circulation of air around the food and results in uneven cooling. Fruits and Vegetables • Storage in the crisper drawers traps moisture to help preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods.
Normal Operating Sounds & Sights UNDERSTANDING THE SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR Your new high-efficiency refrigerator may make unfamiliar sounds. Most often, these are all normal sounds that soon will become familiar to you. They also indicate your refrigerator is operating as designed. Hard surfaces, such as vinyl or wood floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make sounds more noticeable. Listed below are descriptions of some of the most common sounds you may hear, and what is causing them.
Care & Cleaning Keep your refrigerator and freezer clean to prevent odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean both sections at least twice a year. Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners or strong alkaline solutions on any surface. Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher. Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning. • • • When moving the refrigerator, pull straight out.
Care & Cleaning (continued) Wear gloves when replacing light bulbs to avoid getting cut. REPLACING LIGHT BULBS 1. Unplug refrigerator. 2. Wear gloves as protection against possible broken glass and heat. 3. Remove light cover, if necessary. 4. Unscrew and replace old bulb with an appliance bulb of the same type and wattage. 5. Replace light cover, if necessary. 6. Remember to plug the refrigerator back in.
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 pay all costs for repairing or replacing 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. Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following: 1.
1-800-944-9044 (United States) 1-866-213-9397 (Canada) PROBLEM Visit our web site at www.frigidaire.com. Before You Call CAUSE CORRECTION RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR Compressor does not run. • Cooling system is turned Off. • • Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. • • Plug at wall outlet is disconnected. House fuse blown or tripped circuit breaker. Power outage. • Room or outside weather is hot. Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time. Automatic ice maker is operating.
Before You Call PROBLEM CAUSE (continued) CORRECTION TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM Freezer/Refrigerator temperature is too warm. • • Doors are opened too frequently or too long. Door is slightly open. • • Warm air enters the refrigerator whenever the door is opened. Open the door less often. See PROBLEM section OPENING/CLOSING OF DOORS/DRAWERS. Freezer temperature is too warm. Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. • Freezer control is set too warm. • Set freezer control to a colder setting.
Before You Call (continued) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER (CONTINUED) Ice maker is not making enough ice. • Ice maker is producing less ice than you expect. • • Freezer is not cold enough. • • Household water line valve is not completely open. Check to see if water dispenser is dispensing slower than normal. • Ice maker should produce approximately 4 – 5 pounds of ice every 24 hours. Extra Ice should produce up to 6 pounds of ice every 24 hours.
Before You Call (continued) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION WATER DISPENSER Dispenser will not dispense water. • • • Water has an odd taste and/or odor. • • • Open household water line valve. See PROBLEM section ICE MAKER IS NOT MAKING ANY ICE. Ensure that freezer door is closed. Replace filter cartridge. • Push filter in until you hear a “click”. Filter should be flush with cabinet. Water has been in the tank for a period of time. Unit not properly connected to cold water line.