All about the Use & Care of your Refrigerator TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser...............17 Features At A Glance...................................4 Changing the Filter....................................20 Installation.................................................5 Normal Operating Sounds and Sights..........22 Door Removal Instructions...........................7 Care & Cleaning........................................23 Handle Installation......................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Please read all instructions before using this refrigerator. 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. • Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice maker. • Remove all staples from the carton.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS you are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. Proper Disposal of Refrigerators/Freezers We strongly encourage responsible appliance recycling/disposal methods. Check with your utility company or visit www.energystar.gov/recycle for more information on recycling your old refrigerator. Before you throw away your old refrigerator/freezer: • Remove doors.
FEATURES AT A GLANCE Features may vary according to model Ice Maker Air Filter Water Filter Dairy Door Door Bin Wire Shelf Glass Shelf Door Bin Wire Shelf Door Bin Door Bin Deli Drawer Door Bin Large Basket Door Bin Crisper Pan Fixed Door Bin Door Bin IMPORTANT Features not included with your refrigerator can be purchased at www.frigidaire.com or by calling 1-800-944-9044.
INSTALLATION 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. • If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat sources.
INSTALLATION Door Opening To level the doors using the adjustable lower hinge (some models): NOTE The refrigerator doors are designed to shut by themselves within a 20 degree opening. Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to a counter or table when removing food. For best use of drawers and freezer baskets, the refrigerator should be in a position where both the refrigerator and freezer doors can be fully opened.
DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS Tools Necessary: 4 Close the doors. To remove the refrigerator top hinge cover: 1 Remove the three screws from each cover over the top door hinges. 2 Lift hinge cover straight up and off. Rear Cover Front Cover Screw Screws Top Hinge Cover Phillips™ Head Hinge Screws Top Hinge or Adjustable Wrench Socket Wrench Set To remove the refrigerator door: 1 Trace lightly around the door’s top hinge with a pencil. This makes reinstallation easier.
DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS 3 Remove the two bottom hinge screws and hinge if necessary. Door Hinge Assembly Closer Pin Screws Hinge Adjustable Hinge (some models) To reinstall the refrigerator door, reverse the above steps. To remove the freezer top hinge cover: 1 Remove the two screws from each cover over the top door hinges. 2 Lift hinge cover straight up and off. Front Cover Screws Top Hinge Cover connector releases when you press its outer sleeve inward.
HANDLE INSTALLATION 4 Firmly tighten the inside Allen set screws. CAUTION Wear gloves and safety goggles and use extreme CAUTION when installing these handles. The rounded end of the handles may be sharp (some models). IMPORTANT To ensure proper installation of handles, please review these instructions and illustrations thoroughly prior to installing the handles. 5 Repeat steps 2 through 4 to install refrigerator handle. Ensure the holes for the set screws are facing towards the freezer door.
CONNECTING THE WATER SUPPLY WARNING 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. CAUTION To Avoid Property Damage: • Copper or Stainless Steel braided tubing is recommended for the water supply line. Water supply tubing made of ¼ inch plastic is not recommended to be used.
CONNECTING THE WATER SUPPLY 5 With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply line (copper tubing only) to rear panel of refrigerator as shown. 6 Coil excess water supply line (copper tubing only), about 2½ turns, behind refrigerator as shown and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface. Plastic Water Tubing to Ice Maker Fill Tube Braided Flexible Stainless Steel Water Line 7 Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that leak.
CONTROLS User Interface (varies by model) Enlarged view of user interface display menu (varies by model) 12
CONTROLS options (∧ or ∨) Used to enter and exit the options menu and make selections. exit Toggles the options and run modes. control locked While in the locked state, you will not be able to change any settings on the display nor dispense ice and water. The “Control Locked” indicator will flash and an audible warning tone is played. light Toggles dispenser light On and Off. quick freeze on off Activates a faster rate for freezing food. Deactivates after 12 hours.
CONTROLS Alarms Power Failure Sabbath Mode In the event of a power failure, the power fail alert will be illuminated. Press alarm reset to acknowledge the alarm. Other modes may be turned off until the alarm is acknowledged. When the power fail alert is acknowledged, the refrigerator will resume normal operation. The high temp alarm may also be illuminated until a safe operating range temperature has been reached.
STORAGE FEATURES CAUTION 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. Allow the glass shelves to stabilize to room temperature before cleaning. Do not wash in dishwasher. The dairy compartment, which is warmer than the general food storage section, is intended for short term storage of cheese, spreads, or butter.
STORAGE FEATURES Chill Drawer (some models) Some models are equipped with a Chill Drawer. Chill Drawer temperatures can be adjusted by sliding the Chill Drawer Temperature Control in either direction. Use this pan for short term storage of bulk meat items. If meats are to be kept longer than one or two days, they should be frozen. The Chill Drawer is fixed and cannot be moved up or down.
AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER Priming the water supply system Ice Maker and Storage Bin Capacity CAUTION This ice maker should produce 2.5 to 3 pounds For proper dispenser operation, recommended water supply pressure should fall between 30 psi and 100 psi. Excessive pressure may cause the system to malfunction. 1 Begin filling the system by pressing and holding a drinking glass against the water dispenser paddle. 2 Keep the glass in this position until water comes out of the dispenser.
AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER Using the ice maker after installation Before making ice for the first time, be sure to prime the water supply system. Air in new plumbing lines can result in two or three empty ice maker cycles. Furthermore, if the system is not flushed, the first ice cubes may be discolored or have an odd flavor. IMPORTANT Your ice maker is turned on at the factory so it can work as soon as you install your refrigerator.
AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER Cleaning the storage bin Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular intervals, especially prior to vacation or moving. 1 Turn off the ice maker. 2 Remove the ice Removing Ice Bin bin by lifting up slightly on the front of the bin and pulling it straight out of the ice maker housing.
CHANGING THE FILTER Locating the Filter Your refrigerator is equipped with a water filtering system. The water filter system filters all dispensed drinking water, as well as the water used to produce ice. Air Filter (some models) The air filter is located at the top of the fresh food compartment next to the water filter.
CHANGING THE FILTER Locating the Filters Your refrigerator is equipped with water filtering system. The water filter system filters all dispensed drinking water, as well as the water used to produce ice. The filter is located in the top right rear corner of the fresh food compartment. Water Filter The water filter is located at the top right side of the fresh food compartment.
NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS AND SIGHTS Understanding the Sounds you may Hear Your new, high-efficiency refrigerator may introduce unfamiliar sounds. These sounds normally indicate your refrigerator is operating correctly. Some surfaces on floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make these sounds more noticeable. Following is a list of major components in your refrigerator and the sounds they can cause: A Evaporator Refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound.
CARE & CLEANING Protecting your investment Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains appearance and prevents odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartments at least twice a year. When cleaning, take the following precautions: • • • • Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel. Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher. Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning. Remove adhesive labels by hand.
CARE & CLEANING Care and Cleaning Tips Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions Interior & Door Liners • Soap and water • Use two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart of warm water. • Baking soda and water Door Gaskets • Soap and water Drawers & Bins • Soap and water Glass Shelves • Soap and water Toe Grille • Glass cleaner • Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls, light bulb or any electrical part. • Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth.
BEFORE YOU CALL 1-800-944-9044 (United States) 1-800-265-8352 (Canada) CONCERN CAUSE AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER Ice maker is • Ice maker is turned off. not making any ice. Ice maker is not making enough ice. Visit our web site at www.frigidaire.com SOLUTION • Turn on ice maker. Press and hold the “ONOFF” button for three seconds until the indicator light is on. • Refrigerator is not connected to water line or water valve is not open.
BEFORE YOU CALL CONCERN CAUSE AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER (Continued) Ice cubes • Ice cubes are not being are freezing used frequently enough together. or interruption of power for prolonged time. SOLUTION • Remove ice container and discard ice. The ice maker will produce fresh supply. Ice should be used at least twice weekly to keep the cubes separated. • Ice cubes are small or • This generally occurs when the ice maker hollow (shells of ice does not get enough water. This is usually with water inside).
BEFORE YOU CALL CONCERN CAUSE DISPENSER (Ice & Water) (Continued) Water pressure • Cut-off and cut-on is extremely pressures are too low low. (well systems only). SOLUTION • Have someone turn up the cut-off and cuton pressure on the water pump system (well systems only). • Reverse osmosis system is in regenerative phase. • It is normal for a reverse osmosis system to be below 20 psi during the regenerative phase. Water not cold • The water dispensing • Add ice to cup or container before enough.
BEFORE YOU CALL CONCERN CAUSE SOLUTION RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR (Continued) Refrigerator • Room or outside weather • It’s normal for the refrigerator to work runs too much is hot. longer under these conditions. or too long. • Doors are opened too • Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it (Single Speed frequently or too long. to run more. Open doors less often. Compressor) (Some Models) • Fresh Food/freezer door • Ensure refrigerator is level. Keep food and may be slightly open.
MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY 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.
