All about the Use & Care of your Refrigerator TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 Changing The Filter.........................................11 Interior Lighting.............................................12 Storage Features.............................................13 Energy-Saving Tips.........................................14 Care & Cleaning.............................................15 Before you Call...............................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Please read all instructions before using this refrigerator. 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. DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING WARNING Risk of child entrapment Electrical Information Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous – even if they will sit for “just a few days”. If you are getting rid of your old appliance, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in the design of this appliance will operate properly.
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: 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 NOTE If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge side against a wall, you may have to allow additional space so the door can be opened wider. • Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet.
INSTALLATION 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.
INSTALLATION Kick Plate Removal To remove the kick plate, use a Phillips head screwdriver and remove the two screws holding the kick plate to the cabinet. Then pull the kick plate away from the unit. • This last step may require at least one extraction of the second unit to properly align units in a “built-in” application. Leveling Door with Adjustable Hinge Use the lower hinge adjustment to fine tune the door height and for final cabinet spacing.
DOOR REMOVAL 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. CAUTION Doors are heavy. Two people are recommended to remove or replace the door assembly from the cabinet. • Hold the door in place while removing the top hinge from the cabinet. • Remove the two Hinge Cover ⅜” hex head bolts ⅜” wrench or Hinge Bolts (2) from the top hinge with a socket.
ELECTRONIC CONTROL To turn the refrigerator OFF, press the UP () key until the warmest temperature setting of 46°F (8°C) shows in the display. Then press the UP () key 3 times within 3 seconds to turn the refrigerator OFF. The display will then show “OF”. To turn the unit back ON, press the DOWN () key 3 times within 3 seconds. The control will then display “46°F (8°C)” and may be adjusted to the desired temperature.
SABBATH MODE The Sabbath mode is a feature that disables portions of the refrigerator and its controls in accordance with observance of the weekly Sabbath and religious holidays within the Orthodox Jewish community. To initiate or exit Sabbath Mode, press and hold the CONTROL LOCK and TEMP MODE keys for 3 seconds. Then “Sb” will be displayed on the control panel indicating that the unit is in Sabbath mode. In the Sabbath mode, the High Temp alarm is active for health reasons.
ALERTS Temp Error Alert The sensor alert signals you that a problem exists with a temperature sensor. The audible alarm will sound after 1 hour and the display will alternate between “E8” or “E9” and 33°F (1°C) at ½ second intervals. The control will then enter a mode that runs the refrigerator in a manner that maintains the factory set cabinet temperature. The audible alert can be turned off by pressing the Alert RESET key.
INTERIOR LIGHTING Mid-Level Lighting (some models) The mid level and upper level lighting comes on automatically when the door is opened. IMPORTANT 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. To replace the light bulbs: LED Light Removal 1. To replace the light bulb, turn the temperature control to OFF and unplug the electrical cord. 2.
INTERIOR LIGHTING STORAGE FEATURES 4. When replacing the light shield, insert the three tabs in the front of the light shield into the slots in the control box and then rotate the rear upward until the two retaining latches lock into place.
STORAGE FEATURES NOTE Leafy vegetables keep best when stored with the humidity control set on HIGH HUMIDITY, or in a drawer without a humidity control. This keeps incoming air to a minimum and maintains maximum moisture content. 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.
CARE AND CLEANING Keep your refrigerator clean to prevent odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean 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. CAUTION • When moving the refrigerator, pull straight out. Do not shift the refrigerator from side to side as this may tear or gouge the floor covering.
CARE AND CLEANING Care and Cleaning Chart Part Interior & Door Liners Cleaning Agents • Soap and water • Baking soda and water Tips and Precautions • Use 2 tablespoons (25 g.) of baking soda in 1 quart (1 l) 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. 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. PROBLEM CAUSE APPLIANCE OPERATION Appliance does • Appliance is plugged not run. into a circuit that has a ground fault interrupt. CORRECTION • Use another circuit.
BEFORE YOU CALL PROBLEM CAUSE “E7”, “E8”, “E9” • The control has regisis displayed tered an error code. on control. “Sb” is displayed • The control is in on control. Sabbath Mode. SOUND AND NOISE Louder sound • Appliance operates at levels whenever higher pressures during appliance is on. the start of the ON cycle. Popping or crack- • Metal parts undergo exing sound when pansion and contraction, compressor as in hot water pipes. comes on.
MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY 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.