Built-In Refrigeration Use & Care Guide
BUILT-IN REFRIGERATION Contents 4 Built-In Features 5 Electronic Controls 6 Storage 8 Operation 13 Care Recommendations 14 Technical Data 16 Troubleshooting 19 Sub-Zero Warranty Customer Care The model and serial number are printed on the enclosed product registration card. Both numbers are also listed on the product rating plate. Refer to page 4 for rating plate location. For warranty purposes, you will also need the date of installation and name of your authorized Sub-Zero dealer.
Thank You Thank you for your purchase. We look forward to being part of your home for decades to come. As a third-generation family-owned company, we take a very personal stake in the preservation of your family’s food. We built our business and our reputation on helping families serve the freshest food possible. With your purchase, you receive one of the strongest warranties in the appliance industry. Take a moment to read the full warranty statement on page 19.
BUILT-IN FEATURES Built-In Features FEATURE 15 12 PG 1 Product Rating Plate 2 2 Electronic Control Panel and Display 5 3 Freshness Cards 6 4 Door Shelves 6 5 Dairy Compartment 6 6 Refrigerator Storage Drawers 6 7 High-Humidity Crisper Drawer 6 8 Glass Shelves 6 9 Freezer Baskets 7 10 Ice Container 7 11 Air Purification System 8 12 Water Filtration System (behind grille) 13 Automatic Ice Maker 10 14 Ice and Water Dispenser (dispenser models) 10 15 Condenser (behi
ELECTRONIC CONTROLS Control Panel FUNCTION LIGHTS Display INDICATOR Turns interior accent lighting on or off for glass door models. ICE MAKER Turns power to ice maker on or off. Use to disable ice maker during extended vacations. MAX ICE Activates or deactivates max ice feature which increases ice production 40% for a 24-hour period. COLDER WARMER Adjusts temperature in one-degree increments. Combination units have separate temperature controls for refrigerator and freezer.
STORAGE Keeping Food At Its Best This Sub-Zero features a unique dual refrigeration system to keep food fresher longer. With the Sub-Zero dual refrigeration system, individual refrigerator and freezer systems have been designed to maintain accurate, consistent temperatures and proper humidity levels for longer food life expectancy. Dual refrigeration eliminates transfer of fresh food odors to frozen food and ice and does not freeze the moisture out of the air in the fresh food section.
STORAGE Freezer Storage FREEZER BASKETS ICE CONTAINER BI‑36F and side-by-side models | To remove, pull forward until basket stops. Pull the two metal clips located behind the bottom two corners of the basket forward, then lift up and out. Refer to the illustration below. To reinstall, push drawer slides in. Align the basket with slides and push back until it stops. Press down on the front of the basket to engage slides.
OPERATION Air Purification System The advanced air purification system of Sub-Zero built-in models reduces bacteria, odors and ethylene gas, which causes premature ripening in fruits and vegetables. The air purification cartridge has been factory installed and is located inside the refrigerator, on the back wall. To initiate air purification, touch PURE AIR on the control panel. The cartridge will last approximately one year.
OPERATION Water Filtration System The water filtration system of Sub-Zero built-in models supplies filtered water to the ice maker and water dispenser (dispenser models) to produce great-tasting water and ice. IMPORTANT NOTE: When using the water filtration system for the first time and after filter replacement, it is necessary to clear any air from the system and allow the filter to assist in cleaning the water lines. For non-dispenser models, discard the first two full containers of ice.
OPERATION Ice Maker Operation Ice and Water Dispenser To initiate ice production, touch ICE MAKER on the control panel. After initial start-up, discard the first few batches of ice. The ice may contain impurities from new plumbing connections. The first time the water dispenser is used, purge the water system and storage tank for three minutes. This will clear any air in the system, along with impurities from new plumbing connections. The ice maker will cycle (eight cubes) every two hours.
OPERATION Ice and Water Dispenser INTERNAL DISPENSER EXTERNAL DISPENSER The internal dispenser is designed to accommodate a 16-oz (.5 L) pint glass. Larger containers may be used but may compromise the effectiveness of the dispenser. For large quantities of ice, a bulk ice dispenser is located inside the refrigerator. Refer to the illustrations below. Drops of water may collect in the removable water grille located directly below the dispenser. Refer to the illustration below.
OPERATION Interior Lighting Interior lighting will illuminate when doors are open. Unique 40-watt appliance bulbs are used in the refrigerator and freezer. CAUTION Turn power off at the control panel before replacing light bulbs. Wear protective gloves when handling bulbs. OVERHEAD LIGHTING To replace light bulbs, remove the light diffuser. Slide the light diffuser back until the slots drop past the bracket pegs. Lower the light diffuser to remove. Refer to the illustration below.
CARE RECOMMENDATIONS Cleaning INTERIOR CLEANING To clean interior surfaces and all removable parts, wash with a mild solution of soap, water and baking soda. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Avoid getting water on lights and control panel. CONDENSER CLEANING CAUTION Before cleaning the condenser, turn power off at the control panel. Wear gloves to avoid injury from sharp condenser fins. CAUTION Do not use vinegar, rubbing alcohol or other alcoholbased cleaners on any interior surface.
TECHNICAL DATA Sub-Zero Water Filtration System Data REPLACEMENT CARTRIDGE (4204490) Tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of Chlorine Taste & Odor, Particulate Class I; and against NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for the reduction of Lead, Mercury, Atrazine, Benzene, Carbofuran, 1,4-dichlorobenzene, Lindane, Toxaphene, Turbidity, Cysts and Asbestos.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting SERVICE INDICATOR Illuminated. Touch POWER to turn unit off. Verify condenser area is clean. Touch POWER to turn unit on. If indicator is still illuminated, call Sub‑Zero customer care at 800-222-7820. PG 13 UNIT OPERATION No lights or cooling. • Verify power is on. • Verify electrical power to unit and home circuit breaker is on. Flashing. Contact Sub-Zero factory certified service. Flashing. Possible water flow issue.
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting ICE PRODUCTION ODOR No ice. • Unit should be cleaned before using for the first time. This will clear any odors that may have been trapped during shipping. • Verify indicator appears in control panel display. • Verify ice maker has been on for at least 24 hours. • Verify freezer temperature near 0°F. • Verify ice container is properly installed. • Verify ice maker arm in down position. • Verify water is being supplied to unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting SERVICE • Maintain the quality built into your product by contacting Sub‑Zero factory certified service. For the name of the nearest Sub‑Zero factory certified service, check the contact & support section of our website, subzero.com or call Sub‑Zero customer care at 800-222-7820. • When contacting service, you will need the model and serial number of your unit. Both numbers are listed on the product rating plate. Refer to page 4 for rating plate location.
Sub-Zero Residential Limited Warranty FOR RESIDENTIAL USE FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY* For two years from the date of original installation, this Sub-Zero product warranty covers all parts and labor to repair or replace, under normal residential use, any part of the product that proves to be defective in materials or workmanship. All service provided by Sub-Zero under the above warranty must be performed by Sub-Zero factory certified service, unless otherwise specified by Sub-Zero, Inc.
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