All about the Use & Care of your Refrigerator TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Controls....................................................15 Features At A Glance...................................4 Optional Features......................................16 Installation.................................................5 Normal Operating Sounds and Sights..........18 Door Removal/Reversal Instructions.............7 Care and Cleaning.....................................19 Handle Installation..............
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation Checklist 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 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: IMPORTANT Turning the Refrigerator controls to “0” will disable your refrigerator’s cooling system, but does not disconnect the power to the light bulb and other electrical components.
FEATURES AT A GLANCE Features may vary according to model Ice Maker Ice Bucket Freezer Shelf Auxiliary Freezer Control Refrigerator Control Ice Tray Fixed Door Bin Door Rack Dairy Door Deli Drawer Cover Deli Drawer Upper Door Rack (Some Models) Full Shelf Deli Drawer Cover Fixed Door Bin Full Width Deli (Some Models) Crisper Cover Crisper Drawers Door Rack Toe Grille IMPORTANT Cleaning your Refrigerator Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the refrigerator.
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 Guidelines for final positioning of your refrigerator: • All four corners of the cabinet must rest firmly on the floor. • The cabinet should be level at the front and rear. • Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet.
INSTALLATION To level the cabinet using the front rollers: 1 Remove the toe grille. 3 Use adjustable wrench to adjust leveling screws. Lower the leveling screws on each side clockwise until they contact the floor (Figure 3). Do not raise the cabinet more than 9/16 inch. 9/16" Max Raise 2 Use a flat-blade screwdriver or ⅜ inch socket wrench to raise or lower the front rollers (Figure 2). Do not raise the cabinet more than 9/16 inch.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS NOTE Tools Necessary: The direction in which your refrigerator doors open (door swing) can be reversed, from left to right or right to left, by moving the door hinges from one side to the other. Reversing the door swing should be performed by a qualified person.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS 9. Unscrew bottom hinge pin using adjustable wrench. Move hinge pin to other hole in hinge and tighten with adjustable wrench. 17. Tighten the top hinge screws and check door gasket for open seal condition (gap between gasket and cabinet flange). 10. Reverse door handles (see instruction on next page). 11. Move freezer and refrigerator door stops to opposite side. Before starting screws, use an awl to puncture the foam. 12.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS 18. Should open seal condition exist, try to massage the gasket to make sure it is seated into the channel. IMPORTANT If the condition still exists, try heating the gasket with a hair dryer with the door closed. Use Caution and be careful not to damage the interior door panel or gasket by applying too much heat. 19. If the open seal condition still exists, it may be necessary to flip the gasket. In this case, remove the gasket from the door by pulling it out.
HANDLE INSTALLATION CAUTION Wear gloves and use extreme CAUTION when installing these handles. The rounded end of the handles may be sharp. 3. Tighten the set screw on the rounded part of the handle until the handle is flush with the door, then tighten another ½ turn. Shoulder Screw IMPORTANT To ensure proper installation of handles, please review these instructions and illustrations thoroughly prior to installing the handles.
HANDLE INSTALLATION To attach plastic refrigerator handle: 1. Place bottom of handle over mounting screw and pull up while holding the handle at an angle towards the side of the door. 2. Rotate the handle over the corner of the door until handle is aligned with screw holes on top of door. 3. Secure top of handle with two screws. 1. Remove two screws attaching handle to top of refrigerator door. 2. Rotate handle towards the side of the door and push down to release it from the mounting screw. 3.
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 To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve 1. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source. Steel Clamp Brass Compression Nut Ferrule (Sleeve) Plastic Water Tubing to Ice Maker Fill Tube 2. Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket. Turn ON water supply and flush supply line until water is clear. Turn OFF water supply at shutoff valve. Copper water line 3. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap. Water Valve Bracket 4.
ICE SERVICE If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, minimal ice will be produced during the first 24 hours of operation. Air in new plumbing lines may cause the ice maker to cycle two or three times before making a full tray of ice. With no usage, it will take approximately one to two days to fill the ice container. New plumbing connections may cause the first production of ice cubes to be discolored or have an odd flavor. Discard ice made during the first 24 hours.
CONTROLS Cool Down Period To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 hours before loading it with food. Refrigerator & Freezer Controls NOTE When first turning refrigerator on, adjust control to recommended. This is the recommended initial setting. After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed. Allow 24 hrs for adjustments CAUTION Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will drop below 55°F (13°C) or rise above 110°F (43°C).
OPTIONAL FEATURES CAUTION Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid dropping. Shelf Adjustment Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs. Before adjusting the shelves, remove all food.
OPTIONAL FEATURES Crisper Humidity Control (some models) The crisper humidity control, present on the crisper drawers of some models, allows you to adjust the humidity within the crisper. This can extend the life of fresh vegetables that keep best in high humidity. Crispers (some models) 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.
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. NOTE Rigid foam insulation is very energy efficient, but is not a sound insulator.
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. IMPORTANT If you store or move your refrigerator in freezing temperatures, be sure to completely drain the water supply system.
CARE & CLEANING Part Care & Cleaning Tips What To Use Tips and Precautions Interior & Door Liners • Soap and water • Baking soda and water Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water. Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls, light bulb or any electrical part. Door Gaskets • Soap and water Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth. Drawers & Bins • Soap and water Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners and tracks.
BEFORE YOU CALL 1-800-944-9044 (United States) 1-800-265-8352 (Canada) Visit our web site at www.frigidaire.com. Common Occurrences 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 appliance. Refrigerator does not run. • Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet. • Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Reset circuit breaker.
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.
