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Welcome & Congratulations Questions? Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We here at Electrolux Home Products, Inc. are very proud of our product and we are completly committed to providing you with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. 1-800-944-9044 (United States) 1-866-213-9397 Please read this Use & Care Manual very carefully. It contains valuable information on how to properly maintain your new refrigerator.
Important Safety Instructions WARNING: 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 presense of explosive fumes. Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice maker.
Installation This Use & Care Manual 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. LEVELING All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a solid floor. Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable front rollers to help level your unit. To Level Your Refrigerator: 1. Remove toe grille.
Installation - Connecting Optional 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 and Reversal Instructions DOOR REMOVAL AND REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS: NOTE: 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. IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator temperature control to “0” and remove the electrical power cord from the wall outlet. Remove any food from door shelves. 1.
Door Removal and Reversal Instructions (continued) TO REMOVE FREEZER HANDLE: (Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.) 1. Remove two screws attaching handle to bottom of freezer door. 2. Swing bottom of handle away from the door and slide handle straight up and off of dovetail button. 3. Remove screw and dovetail button and install on other side, using the same holes as nameplate. 4. Magnetic Nameplate Models: Use putty knife to gently pry magnetic nameplate frame from door.
Features At A Glance Features may vary according to model 8
Temperature Controls COOL DOWN PERIOD To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading it with food. REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER CONTROLS NOTE: When changing control settings, wait 24 hours before making additional adjustments. TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT NOTE: When first turning refrigerator on, move refrigerator cold control to ▼ which is the recommended initial setting. After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed.
Looking Inside 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. SHELF ADJUSTMENT Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs. Before adjusting the shelves, remove all food. SpillFreeTM glass shelves (some models) catch and hold accidental spills. In some models, the SpillFreeTM shelves slide out for easy access to food and for fast cleaning.
Looking Inside (continued) ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS CRISPERS (SOME MODELS) Some models have adjustable door bins that can be moved to suit individual needs. 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. To move door bins 1. Lift bin straight up. 2.
Ice Service If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, it will provide a sufficient supply of ice for normal use. During the initial startup of your refrigerator, however, no ice will be produced during the first 24 hours of operation. Automatic ice makers are also optional accessories that may be installed in most models at any time. Call your local dealer for information. TURNING YOUR ICE MAKER ON After the plumbing connections have been completed, the water supply valve must be opened.
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. These are all normal sounds and 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. A.
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 NEVER CLEAN CONDENSER (SOME MODELS) (continued) Avoid cuts when replacing light bulbs, wear gloves. If your refrigerator is equipped with a Never Clean condenser, there’s no need to clean the condenser under normal operating conditions. If the refrigerator is operated under particularly dusty or greasy conditions, or if there is significant pet traffic in your home, it may be necessary to periodically clean the condenser for maximum efficiency.
Warranty Information GIBSON REFRIGERATOR PLATINUM ADVANTAGE WARRANTY Your Gibson product is protected by this warranty (United States) FULL TWO-YEAR WARRANTY RD TH LIMITED 3 -5 YEAR WARRANTY (Sealed System) TH TH LIMITED 6 -10 YEAR WARRANTY (Compressor only) LIMITED WARRANTY (Applicable to the State of Alaska) WARRANTY PERIOD THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, WE WILL: Two years from original purchase date Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance which prove to be defecti
Warranty Information REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY (CANADA) Your refrigerator is protected by this warranty FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ND TH LIMITED 2 -5 YEAR WARRANTY (Cabinet Liner and Sealed System) WARRANTY PERIOD THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, WE WILL: One year from original purchase date Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance which prove to be defective in materials or workmanship. Excludes original and replacement Ice & Water filter cartridges (if equipped).
ATTENTION To Properly Install Your Refrigerator See “Installation” Section On Pages 4-5 OR To Reverse The Doors See “Door Removal & Reversal” Section On Pages 6-7 Before You Call 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.
