Freezer use & care Introduction........................................................2 Controls And Settings.................................. 12 Important Safety Information.....................3 Storage Features............................................ 14 Features...............................................................6 Care And Cleaning......................................... 15 Installation..........................................................7 Troubleshooting ..................
INTRODUCTION Welcome to our family Thank you for bringing Frigidaire into your home! We see your purchase as the beginning of a long relationship together. This manual is your resource for the use and care of your product. Please read it before using your appliance. Keep it handy for quick reference. If something doesn’t seem right, the troubleshooting section will help you with common issues.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING Please read all instructions before using this appliance. Safety Definitions This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert of 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 INFORMATION Safety Instructions • DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquid within or in the vicinity of this appliance. Read Product Label for warnings regarding flammability and other hazards. Proper Disposal of your Appliance Risk of child entrapment 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”.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in this appliance will operate properly. Electrical information • Plug the appliance into its own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., 15 Amp, AC only electrical outlet. The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a 3-prong grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock hazards. Plug it directly into a properly grounded 3-prong receptacle.
FEATURES *Features may vary according to model E F D F D F D C F C D F B A G A Magnetic Door Switch E 5-Watt AC LED Light Bulb *B Freezer Basket *F Fixed Door Bins C Appliance Control (Internal) G Magnet (Door Open Sensor) *D Freezer Shelf IMPORTANT Cleaning your Appliance Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the appliance. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Rinse with warm water and dry with a soft cloth.
INSTALLATION This Use & Care Manual provides general operating instructions for your model. Use the appliance only as instructed in this Use & Care Manual. Before starting the appliance, follow these important first steps.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL Tools Necessary: PhillipsTM Head or #2 Square Drive Head or and Flathead Screwdriver Socket Wrench Set Pan Head MSX12 or 5/16" (8mm) Fixed Wrench Door Closer #2 Phillips Hinge Screw 5/16" (8mm) NOTE The direction in which your appliance 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. A qualified person should reverse the door swing.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL 3. Gently pry the hinge bearing out from the top of the freezer door with a flathead screwdriver (See Figure 2A). A B 4. Install the hinge bearing on the opposite side of the door (see Figure 2B). Remove the door from the unit by lifting the door up. NOTE Figure 2 Place the door on a padded surface to prevent damage. 5. Flip the door over to access the bottom. Using a Phillips™ screwdriver remove the screws from the hinge bearing and the door closer (see Figure 3A). 6.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL 10. Using a Phillips™ screwdriver, remove the screw from the door stop (see Figure 4A). 11. Using a flat head screwdriver, gently pry the door stop off the bottom hinge pin (see Figure 4B). C 12. Using a ratchet with a 12 mm socket, remove the bottom hinge pin (see Figure 4C). B Door Stop Door Stop A Screw Bottom Hinge Pin Figure 4 13. Reinstall the hinge pin into the outer hole and tighten with a ratchet and a 12 mm socket (see Figure 5A). 14.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL 16. Slide the door onto the bottom hinge pin at 90° to the freezer cabinet and close the door (see Figure 7). 90° Figure 7 17. Using a Phillips™ screwdriver or a 5/16" wrench, secure the top hinge using three 5/16" screws. (see Figure 8). 18. Plug the freezer power cord back into the electrical outlet, and turn the freezer temperature control to the Recommended setting.
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS Cool Down Period To ensure safe food storage, allow the appliance to operate with the door closed for at least 8 hours before loading it with food. Appliance Control NOTE When first turning appliance on, adjust the appliance control to Recommended. After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed.
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS 13 To enter Sabbath Mode Turn the appliance control from OFF to Recommended and back 3 times within 15 seconds. Wait for the interior light to blink Off and On at Recommended. After the third time, the light remains off indicating the unit is in Sabbath mode. Set the appliance control to the desired temperature setting.
STORAGE FEATURES Shelves Freezer Basket Easily adjust appliance shelves to suit individual needs. Before adjusting the shelves, remove all food. The freezer basket is ideal for large items or items that do not store well on the shelves. To adjust shelves, lift the front of the shelf and pull forward. To replace shelves, insert the rear of the shelf into any pair of shelf rails and carefully push the shelf back into position, making sure the shelf clips go in the notch in the liner.
CARE AND CLEANING Protecting your investment Keeping your appliance clean maintains appearance and prevents odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the appliance at least twice a year. When cleaning, take the following precautions: • Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning. • Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel. • Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher. • Remove adhesive labels by hand.
CARE AND CLEANING Care & Cleaning Tips Part What To Use Tips and Precautions Interior & Door Liner • Soap and water • Baking soda and water Use 2 tbsp of baking soda in 1 qt 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 Gasket • Soap and water Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth. Exterior • Soap and water Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel.
TROUBLESHOOTING 17 Let us help you troubleshoot your concern! This section will help you with common issues. If you need us, visit our website, chat with an agent, or call us. We may be able to help you avoid a service visit. If you do need service, we can get that started for you! 1-800-374-4432 (United States) Frigidaire.com 1-800-265-8352 (Canada) Frigidaire.ca Common Occurrences Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense.
LIMITED WARRANTY Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your date of delivery, 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.
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