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Questions? 1-800-944-9044 Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We hero 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 #t priority. Please read this Use & Care Manual very carefully. It contains valuable information on how to properly maintain your new refrigerator. (United States) 1-866-213-9397 (Canada) or visit our web site at ww_zfrigidaire.
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. Staples can cause severe cuts, and also destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture.
This Owners 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 g rounded electrical outlet.
Before Installing The Water Supply LIne, You Will Need Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, flat-blede screwdriver, and PhillipsTM screwdriver • Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 100 psL • A water supply line made of 'A inch (6.4 mm) OD. copper tubing.To determine the length of copper tubing needed. you will need to measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water pipe.Then add approximately 7 feet (2.
Sock_: W;ench_et DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS: If it is necessary to move the refrigerator through narrow doorways, follow these steps to remove the doors. 1. Disconnectelectrical supply. Open both doors, then remove toe grille. 3. Close doors. Te Remeve Refrigerater Doer: 1. Remove top hinge cover screw on refrigerator door and remove cover. Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil This will make it easier to realign doors when they are replaced. 3.
Freezer and Refrigerator Controls SpillSafe TM Shelf Ice Cream Water Filter Door Bin Door Ice Container ,r Bin Pizza Shelf Wire Shelf ,r Bin Meat Keeper and Cover Small Items Door Bin Wire Shelf Fixed Shelf ,r Bin Door Bin Small Basket Special Item Large Basket Retainer Door Bin Large Basket and Cover Door Bin Door Bin Toe Grille Features may vary according to model
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 TEMPERATURE & FREEZER CONTROLS ADJUSTMENT After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed. Adjust temperatures gradually: move the knob in small increments, allowing the temperature to stabilize. ,_c[_y _,tltq FI_,'/Sellfzl For colder temperatures, turn the knob towards Colder. For warmer temperatures, turn the knob towards Cold.
PIZZA SHELF (SOME MODELS) This shelf is attached to the freezer wall beside the ice dispenser container. This convenient area allows for storage of pizza and other tall items placed vertically between the ice dispenser container and the freezer wall ICE CREAM SHELF (SOME MODELS) This shelf attaches to the top of the ice dispenser container.
DOOR STORAGE TALL Door bins and she{ves are provided for convenient storage of jars, bottles, and cans. Frequently used items can be quickly selected. Some models have door bins that can accommodate gallonsized plastic drink containers and economy-sized jars and containers. Some bins are adjustable for maximum storage capacity. BOTTLE RETAINER (SOME MODELS) TheTaH Bottle Retainer keeps tal_containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door.
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. Crisper HUMIDITY CONTROL (SOME MODELS) Some models are equipped with a Meat Keeper.
AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 0@@0 ii Features may vary according to model. Crushed Press the Crushed glass against Cubed Press the Cubed against Touch Pad 0 ICE dispensing Touch PadO ICE dispensing to get crushed paddleOas paddle_ ice. A red indicator will appear above the Touch Pad. Press far up as possible to catch all ice. to get cubed ice. A red indicator will appear above the Touch Fad. Press glass as far up as possible to catch all ice.
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 touchped. 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.
CLEANING _o not use the ice chute as a handle whel removing or replacing the ice storage bin. Surfaces there may be sharp. Do not put fingers up ice chute. there may be sharp. THE ICE DISPENSER Clean the dispenser and ice container at regular intervals, particularly before you take a vacation or move, or it the ice dispenser sticks. 1. 2. Turn off ice production by pressing the ice maker's On/Off switch. Remove ice container by liftiog up and out.
PureSource ru * 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 Stertup: Water supply does not need to be turned off, however, do not use ice and water dispenser while installing filter.
PureSource2 TM * Ice and Water Front Filter (some models) NOTE: If you purchased a refrigerator with a PureSource2 TM'Ice and Water front filter, please read the following use and care information. This ice and water filter system fibers water to your ice maker and water dispenser, it is located in the upper right front 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.
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.
UNDERSTANDING THE SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR A. Evaporator The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound. B. Evaporator Fan You may hear air being forced through the refrigerator by the evaporator fan. 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 opera_ng as designed.
Keepyourrefrigerator andfreezercleantoprevent odorbuild-up. Wipeupanyspillsimmediately andcleanbothsections at leasttwicea year.Neveruseanytypeofscouringpads,brushes,abrasivecleanersor strongalkalinesolutionsonany surface.DO not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher. Always unplug the electricalpower cord from the wall outlet before cleaning.
REPLACING LIGHT BULBS 1. Unplug refrigerator. 2. Wear gloves as protection against possible broken glass, Remove light cover, if necessary. Unscrew and replace old bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage. 3. 4. 5, 6. Replace light cover, if necessary. Remember to plug the refrigerator back in.
REFRIGERATOR Your refrigerator WARRANTY is protected WARRANTY PERIOD by this warranty THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, WE W_LL: THE CONSUMER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR: FULLONE-yEAR WARRANTY Oneyealfromodgin,_ p_rchaSe date Paya[Ecostsforlepa]r_ngorreplacim:Janyp_rtsetlhis appEiaP, ce w_'_chpr0ve to b_ defectJve in materis_s ot woIkmanship Excludes ot_a_ and repla_ment I_a & Wa_el filtel caI_kiges (if equ_#ped) Odgina[ and ieplacernatlt caltdd_es ale warla_ted for 30 days (p,_rts oray) Costs of serv
PROBLEM RUNNING CAUSE OF REFRIGERATOR Compressor does not run. Compressor goes off and on frequently, TURES ARE Freezer control is set to "0". 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 ogerating. Doors are opened too frequently or too long. Refrigerafordreezer door may be slightly open.
PROBLEM TEMPERA CAUSE TURES ARE CORRECTION TOO WARM FreezerIRefdgerator 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. Clean condenser. See Care & Cleaning Chart in Care and Cleaning section. Condenser is dirty. Freezer tsmperatu_e is too warm. Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory.
PROBLEM AUTOMA TIC ICE MAKER J CAUSE _ CORRECTION (CONTINUED) Me maker is not making enough ice. Freezer is not cold enough. • See PROBLEM section TEMPERATURES WARM. Turn on household water line valve. Household wafer line valve is not completely open. Check to see if water dispenser is dispensing slower than normal ARE TOO If it is, replace the ice & water filter cartridge. fce maker wilt not stop making ice.
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION WATER DISPENSER Dispenser will not dispense water, Water has an odd taste and/or odor. Househo{d water _ine valve is not open. Freezer door is not closed. Ice & water fi{ter cartridge is stogged. Open household water line valve. See PROBLEM section ICE MAKER IS NOT MAKING ANY ICE. Ensure that freezer door is ctased. Reptace filter cartridge. Front filter not fully installed, if equipped Push filter in unti_ you hear a "click". Filter should be flush with cabinet.