Frigidaire FFHT1821QS2 30 Inch Top-Freezer Refrigerator

Use & Care - Transcript

• Page 1 - English - : F mGIDAI E TABLE OF Important Safety Instructions 2 Features At A Glance 4 Installabon 5 Door RemovaVReversal Instructuons 7 Handle Installation 9 Connecting Water Supply 11 Ice Service 13 wwwfngJdairecom USA 18009449044 CONTENTS Controls 14 Optional Features 16 Normal Operating Sounds and Sughts 19 Care and Qeamng 20 Before you Call 22 viaor Apphance Warranti 23 wwwfngJdaJreca Canada 18002658352 J o D bJ O v
• Page 2 - English - : Please read all instructions before using this Doors refrigerator D Handles are secure and tight 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 Definitions This isthe 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 indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in Door seals completely to cabinet on all sides Freezer door is level across the top Leveling Refrigerator is level sidetoside and tilted 14quot6mm fronttoback Toe grille is properly attached to refrigerator Cabinet is setting solid on all corners Antitip bracket set Electrical Power House power turned on 13 Refrigerator plugged in Ice Maker House water supply connected to refligerator No water leaks present at all connections recheck in 24 hours Ice maker is turned ON Ice amp water dispenser operates correctly Front filter must be flush with filter housing select models Final Checks Shipping material removed Fresh food and freezer temperatures set Crisper humidity controls set Registration card sent in WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in rain mdeate njUrY IMPORTANT indicates installation operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazardrelated Child Safety Destroy or recycle the carton plastic bags and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the refrigerator is unpacked Children should never use these items to play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator or Freezer Risk of child entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past 3unked or abandoned refrigerators or freezers are still dangerous even if they will sit for quotjust a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents
• Page 3 - English - : Proper Disposal of RefrigeratorsFreezers We strongly encourage responsibleappliance recyclingdisposal methods Check with your utility company or visit wwwenergystargovrecycie for more information on recycling your old refrigerator Before you throw away your old refrigerator freezer Remove doors Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service technician Do not plug the unit into an electrical outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent the refrigerator from being turned off accidentally Turning the Freezer and Fresh Food controls to quot0quot Mechanical controls or quotOFFquot Electronic controls will disable your refrigerators cooling system but does not disconnect the power to the light bulb and other electrical components To turn off power to your refrigerator you must unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet Grounding type wall receptacle These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in this refrigerator propery Do not attempt to replace LED lights due to high voltage exposure Call customer service to replace Electrical information Power u 3prong grounded pug The refrigerator must be plugged intoitsown dedicated 115 Volt 60 Hz15 Amp AC only electricaloutlet The power cord of the appliance isequipped with a threeprong grounding plug for your protection against electricalshock hazardsIt must be plugged directly intoa properly grounded three prong receptacle The receptacle must be installedin accordance with local codesand ordinances Consult aqualified electrician Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground FaultInterrupter GFI arcuit Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug If the power cord is damaged it should be replaced by an authorized service technician to prevent any risk Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock Performance may be affected if the voltage varies by 10 or more Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the compressor Such damage is not covered under your warranty To avoid personal injuryor property damage handle tempered glass shelves carefully Shelves may break suddenly if nicked scratched or exposed to sudden temperature change CFCHCFC Disposal Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFCs or HCFCs chlorofluorocarbons or hydrochlorofluorocarbons CFCs and HCFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone if released to the atmosphere Other refrigerants may also cause harm to the environment if released to the atmosphere If you are throwing away your old refrigerator make sure the refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified technician If you intentionally release refrigerant you may be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation
• Page 4 - English - : Features may vary according to model Ice Maker Ice Bucket Freezer Shelf Auxiliary Freezer Control Refrigerator Control some Models Deli Drawer Cover Deli Drawer Half Shelf Full Shelf Dell Drawer Cover Dell Drawer Crisper Cover D ees Ice Tray D Toe Grille Fixed Door Bin Door Rack Dairy Door Tall Bottle Retainer Door Bin Fixed Door Bin Door Rack Cleaning your Refrigerator Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the refrigerator Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers Rinse with warm water and with a soft cloth Do not use sharp instruments rubbing alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator After you remove all of the package materials clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it See the quotCare amp Cleaningquot section in this manual See important information about cleaning glass shelves and covers in the quotOptional Featuresquot sectonofhsaa Moving your Refrigerator Your refrigerator is heavy When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service be sure to cover the floor with cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it Do not wiggle or quotwalkquot the refrigerator when trying to move it as floor damage could occur
• Page 5 - English - : ThisUseampCareGuideprovidesgeneral operatinginstructionsforyourmodelUsethe refrigeratoronlyasinstructedinthisUseamp CareGuideBeforestartingtherefrigerator followtheseimportantfirststeps Location Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug If possible place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the range dishwasher or other heat sources The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is level and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic ice maker If you do not hook up water to the refrigerator remember to turn the ice maker off For optimal performance do not installthe refrigerator where the temperature will drop below 55F 13C or rise above 110F 43C The compressor will not be able to maintain proper temperatures inside the refrigerator ii Do not block the toe grille on the lower front of your refrigerator Sufficient air circulation is essential for the proper operation of your refrigerator For additional instructions on garage installation refer to quotControlsquot section Installation installation clearances Allow the following clearances for ease of installation proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections Sides amp Top 38inch Back 1 inch 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 Guidelines for final positioning of your refrigerator All four corners of the cabinet must rest firmly on the floor The cabinet should be level at the front and rear The sides should tilt 14inch 6 mm from fronttoback to ensure that doors close and seal properly Doorsshould alignwith each other and be level To install the toe grille 1 Attach toe grille support bracket to cabinet using 3 bolts supplied Install left toe grille cover onto slot on left side of toe grille N 3 Attach toe grille to cabinet or
• Page 6 - English - : some models To Jevel the cabinet using the front rollers Remove the toe grille Use a fiatblade screwdriver or inch socket wrench to raise or lower the front rollers Figure 2 Do not raise the cabinet more than 916inch Raise Raise the front of the refrigerator enough so the doors close freely when opened halfway The refrigerator should slope 14inch to 12inch from fronttoback Then level the refrigerator from sidetoside 4 Some models are equipped with an anti tip bracket Figure 4 Lower it clockwise until it contacts the floor Figure 2 OF Use adjustable wrench to adjust leveling screws Lower the leveling screws on each side clockwise until they contact the floor Figure 3 Do not raise the cabinet more than 916 inch 916 Raise Bracket Figure 4 some models The antFtip device must be installed according to the r instructions in your Use amp CareManualFailuretodo SOw resut ninjury When reversing the door swing You MUST move the antitip bracket to align with the hinges of the door Failure to do so will result in injury Figure 3
• Page 7 - English - : ToolsNecessary Head WreC et OP amp Adjustable Wrench 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 dor swng ShQudbe Perfrmed bY a quafied Person Before you begin turn the refrigerator temperature control to quot0quot Mechanical controls or quotOFFquot Electronic controls and remove the electrical power cord from the wall outlet Remove any food from door sheves Door removal and reversal 4 Lift refrigerator door off of bottom hinge illstructions and set aside 1 Remove toe grille 5 Remove center hinge and shim by removing inside screw and loosening two 2 outside screws enough to allow hinge and shim to slide out Tighten screws Remove top hinge cover Trace around the hinge with a soft lead pencil This makes reinstallation easier Remove top hinge and lift door off center hinge pin Set door aside 3 Unscrew center hinge pin using adjustable wrench and save for reassembly Ensure plastic washer stays on hinge pin 6 Loosen two outside screws on opposite side of refrigerator remove inside screw and install center hinge Door Washer nge In Screws Handle Hole Plug
• Page 8 - English - : 7Removethreescrewsonbottomhingeandanti tipbracketifequippedwithquotsocketwrench 8 Removetoegrillesupportandscrewsif equipped 9 Installbottomhingeandantitipbracketif equippedonoppositesidewiththethreescrews removedfromstep7 10Unscrewbottomhingepinusingadjustable wrenchMovehingepintootherholeinhinge andtightenwithadjustablewrench 11Installtoegrillesupportandscrewsonopposite sideifequipped 12ReversedoorhandlesseeHandleInstallation section 13Movefreezerandrefrigeratordoorstopsto oppositesideBeforestartingscrewsuseanawl topuncturethefoam Positionrefrigeratordoorontobottomhingepin andscrewcenterhingepinthroughcenterhinge intotopofdoorCloserefrigeratordoortohelp alignhingehole 15Tightencenterhingepinwithadjustablewrench 16Removecabinetandhingeholeplugsandmove tooppositeside 17Lowerfreezerdoorontocenterhingepin 18ClosefreezerdoorHaveanassistantliftupon oppositesideofdoorwhiletighteningscrewsto installtophinge 19Therearetwotoegrillecoversprovidedinyour literaturepacketoralreadyinstalledontoegrille onefortherightsideandonefortheleftside Installtheappropriatecoverovertheopening onthesideoppositetheantFtipbracketsee FiguresAampB Incaseoffuturedoorreversalssavethetoegrille covernotbeingused 20Reinstalltoegrillewithappropriatecoversome models 21Pluginelectricalpowercordandturnrefrigerator temperaturecontroltocenterpositionAdjust settingasnecessary When reversing the door swing You MUST move the antFtip bracket to align with the hinges of the door and install the toe grille support for proper balance Failure to do so will result in injury OR Antitip Bracket Brac Toe Grille Cover Toe Grille iUPP Cover Antitip Bracket B
• Page 9 - English - : WearglovesanduseextremeCAUTION wheninstallingthesehandlesTherounded 3Tightenthesetscrewontheroundedpart ofthehandleuntilthehandleisflushwith thedoorthentightenanother12turn Toensureproperinstallationofhandles pleasereviewtheseinstructionsand illustrationsthoroughlypriortoinstallingthe handles Additionallybeforeinstallingthedoor handlesmakesurethedoorswingis correctYourmodelwillhaveeithera righthandorlefthanddoorswingFollow instructionsintheUseampCareGuideto To attach metal refrigerator handle 1 Place rounded part of handle onto shoulder screw on face of door and align the two holes in top of handle with the two holes in top of door Do not tighten the set screw yet 2 Install the two screws into the top of the handle 3 Tighten the set screw on the rounded part of the handle until the handle is flush with the door then tighten another 12turn Nameplate i Scre Stainless Steel Models r Handle Set Screw To attach metal freezer handle 1 Place rounded part of handle onto shoulder screw on face of door and align the two holes in bottom of handle with the two holes in bottom of door Do not tighten the set screw yet 2 Install the two screws into the bottom of the handle
• Page 10 - English - : To attach plastic refrigerator handle 1 Place top of handle over dovetail screw pull handle straight down until handle is aligned with screw holes on top of door 2 Secure top of handle with two screws Lock Handle over Dovetail Screw To reverse refrigeratorfreezer handles Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off Reverse freezer and refrigerator handles as shown To attach plastic freezer handle 1 Place top of handle over dovetail screw pull handle straight up until handle is aligned with screw holes on bottom of door 2 Secure bottom of handle with two screws Be sure doors are set aside in a secure position where they cannot fall and cause personal injury Lock Handle over Dovetail Screw Screw A
• Page 11 - English - : Toavoidelectricshockwhichcancause deathorseverepersonalinjurydisconnect therefrigeratorfromelectricalpowerbefore connectingawatersupplylinetothe refrgerpr To Avoid Property Damage Copper or Stainless Steel braided tubing is recommended for the water supply line Water supply tubing made of 14 inch plastic is not recommended to be used Plastic tubing greatly increases the potential for water leaks and the manufacturer will not be responsible for any damage if plastic tubing is used for the supply line DO NOT install water supply tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the ice maker If the ice Before Installing The Water Supply Line You Will Need Basic Tools adjustable wrench fiatblade screwdriver and Phillips TM screwdriver Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 100 psi A water supply line made of 14inch 64 mm OD copper or stainless steel tubing To determine the length of tubing needed 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 21 meters so the refrigerator can be moved out for cleaning as shown A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system DO NOT use a selfpiercing type shutoff valve Do not reuse compression fitting or use thread seal tape A compression nut and ferrule sleeve for connecting a copper water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve iiii iiii iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii i iii ii ii Ensure that your water supply line connections comply with all local plumbing codes for recommendations on water lines and associated materials prior to installing your new refrigerator Depending on your local state building codes Frigidaire recommends for homes with existing valves its Smart Choice water line kit 5305513409 with a 6 ft Stainless Steel Water Line and for homes without an existing valve Frigidaire recommends its Smart Choice water line kit 5305510264 with a 20 ft Copper Water Line with selftapping saddle valve Please refer to wwwfrigidairecomstore for more information
• Page 12 - English - : ToConnectWaterSupplyLineToIce Maker Inlet Valve 1 Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket Turn ON water supply and flush supply line until water is clear Turn OFF water supply at shutoff valve Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap 4 If you use copper tubing Slide brass compression nut then ferrule sleeve onto water supply line Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go 14 inch 64 mm Slide ferrule sleeve into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut onto valve Tighten another half turn with a wrench DO NOT over tighten See Figure 1 If you use stainless steel tubing The nut and ferrule are already assembled on the tubing Slide compression nut onto valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut onto valve Tighten another half turn with a wrench DO NOT over tighten See Figure 2 5 With steel clamp and screw secure water supply line copper tubing only to rear panel of refrigerator as shown 6 Coil excess water supply line copper tubing only about 212turns behind refrigerator as shown and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface 7 Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that leak 8 Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source 9 To turn ice maker on lower wire signal arm side mounted or set the ice makers OnOff power switch to the T position rear mounted Plastic Water Steel Clamp r Brass ICompression Nut L Ferrule I Sleeve I Copper Lter line Water Valve Bracket XValve Inlet Water Valve erwater line from household water supply Include enough tubing in loop to allow moving refrigerator out for cleaning Figure 1 Plastic water Tubi Clamp Steel water Line Bracket Water Valve ft Stainless Steel Waterline fromhousehold water suppy Figure 2 These instructions do not cover after market ice maker installation Instructions in after market ice maker kit should be used
• Page 13 - English - : Ifyourrefrigeratorhasanautomaticicemaker minimalicewillbeproducedduringthefirst24 hoursofoperationAirinnewplumbinglines maycausetheicemakertocycletwoorthree timesbeforemakingafulltrayoficeWithno usageitwilltakeapproximatelyonetotwo daystofilltheicecontainer Newplumbingconnectionsmaycausethefirst productionoficecubestobediscoloredor haveanoddflavorDiscardicemadeduring thefirst24hours Automaticicemakersarealsooptional accessoriesthatmaybeinstalledinmost modelsatanytimeCallyourlocaldealerfor information Turning your Ice Maker On After the plumbing connections have been completed the water supply valve must be opened Place the ice container under the ice maker pushing it as far back as possible Lower the wire signal arm to its quotdownquot or ON position Turning your Ice Maker Off To stop the ice maker lift the wire signal arm until it clicks and locks in the quotupquot or OFF position The ice maker also turns off automatically when the ice container is full Your ice maker is shipped from the factory with the wire signal arm in the ON position To ensure proper function for your ice maker hook up water supply immediately or turn ice maker OFF by lifting the wire signal arm until it clicks and locks in the UP position If the ice maker is on and the water supply is not connected the water valve will make a loud chattering noise ICE PRODUCTION WHAT TO EXPECT The ice maker will produce 25 to 3 pounds of ice every 24 hours depending on usage conditions Ice is produced at a rate of 8 cubes every 80 to 160 minutes Do Not place the ice container in your dishwasher Signal Arm
• Page 14 - English - : Cool Down Period To ensure safe food storage allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 hours before loading it with food Refrigerator amp Freezer Controls some models When first turning refrigerator on adjust the refrigerator control to Normal This isthe recommended initial setting After 24 hours Your refrigerator is designed to prevent food stored in the freezer from melting when installed in areas below 55 F such as a garage however this low temperature environment can cause less than optimal temperature control in the refrigerator secton Sustained exposure to ambient temperatures below 45 F will likely result in freezing of food and beverages stored in the refrigeration section J temperature oldest cow recommended Auxiliary Freezer Control
• Page 15 - English - : Cool Down Period To ensure safe food storage allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 hours before loading it with food Refrigerator amp Freezer Controls some models It may take up to 15 minutes for normal cooling to start when first turned on or after power interruption Temperature Adjustment Adjust temperature gradually adjust the knob in small increments allowing the temperature to stabilize Adjusting the refrigeratorfreezer control will change temperatures in both compartments The auxiliary freezer control can be left at the factory preset Normal or adjusted as desired it has no effect on electrical power to the refrigerator To maintain temperatures a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments For good circulation do not block cold air vents with food items When first turning refrigerator on adjust control to Normal This is the recommended initial setting After 24 hours adjust the controls as needed t Allow 24 hrsfor adjustments RefrigeratorFreezer Control Temperature Adjustment Adjust temperature gradually adjust the knob in small increments allowing the temperature to stabilize For colder temperatures adjust the knob towards Colder For warmer temperatures adjust the knob towards Cold Adjusting the refrigeratorfreezer control will change temperatures in both compartments The auxiliary freezer control can be left at the factory preset Normal or adjusted as desired it has no effect on electrical power to the refrigerator To maintain temperatures a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments For good circulation do not block cold air vents with food items Adjusting the refrigeratorfreezer temperature control to quot0quot turns off the compressor and prevents the refrigerator from cooling but does not disconnect the power to the light bulb and other electrical components To turn off power to your refrigerator you must unplug the power cord from the wall outlet Adjusting the refrigeratorfreezer temperature control to quotoffquot turns off the compressor and prevents the refrigerator from cooling but does not disconnect the power to the light bulb and other electrical components To turn off power to your refrigerator you must unplug Re power cord from the wall outlet f temperature L coldest IL cold off recommended J J RefrigeratorFreezer Control
• Page 16 - English - : Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pebblesize pieces This is normal Glass shelves and covers are heavy Use both hands when removing them Shelf Adjustment Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs Before adjusting the shelves remove all food To adjust sliding shelves 1 Remove shelf by pulling forward to stop position 2 Lift front edge up and pull out To replace shelf rest side edges on any pair of shelf rails and carefully push shelf back into position Sliding Glass Shelf Sliding Wire Shelf To adjust slideunderflip shelf 1 Pull shelf forward until the back of the shelf drops down then gently push shelf back and under 2 Lift front of shelf to flip it upwards toward the back of the cabinet SlideUnderFlip Shelf Door storage Door bins shelves and racks are provided for convenient storage of jars bottles and cans Frequently used items can be quickly selected The dairy compartment which is warmer than the general food storage section is intended for short term storage of cheese spreads or butter Door rack Some models have door racks or bins that can accommodate gallonsized plastic drink containers and economysized jars and containers To remove door rack 1 Push on rack sides to release from locking tabs 2 Pull straight out To install door rack 1 Push rack straight ahead 2 You will hear the sides lock into the tabs Door Rack iii1I6
• Page 17 - English - : Adjustable door bins Some models have adjustable door bins that can be moved to suit individual needs To move door bin along a rail 1 Tilt bin up so the back of the bin is off the door but the hook is still engaged 2 Slide bin along rail to desired position 3 Lower bin back into place To move door bin from rail to rail 1 Lift bin up disengaging the hook 2 Move bin to desired rail location 3 Push bin hook into rail engaging the hook Crisper Humidity Control some models The crisper humidity control present on the crisper drawers of some models allows you to adjust the humidity within the crisper This can extend the life of fresh vegetables that keep best in high humidity Low quotHigh Humidity 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 Store nonleafy vegetables and fruits still in their skins at the low humidity setting
• Page 18 - English - : Pantry Drawer some models Some models are equipped with a Pantry Drawer for storage of luncheon meats spreads cheeses and other deli items Please be sure to support glass when removing the drawer Crispers some models 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 StoreMore Drawer some models The StoreMore Drawer is located at the top of the refrigerator cabinet directly under the freezer To install the StoreMore Drawer 1 Place tabs on back of bin into openings on rear clips on back of slides 2 Ensure front clips on slides engage into square openings on bin
• Page 19 - English - : Understanding the sounds you may hear Your new highefficiency refrigerator may introduce unfamiliar sounds These sounds normally indicate your refrigerator is operating correctly Some surfaces on floors walls and kitchen cabinets may make these sounds more noticeable Rigid foam insulation is very energy efficient but is not a sound insulator Following is a list of major components in your refrigerator and the sounds they can cause A Evaporator 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 Defrost heater During defrost cycles water dripping onto the defrost heater may cause a hissing or sizzling sound After defrosting a popping sound may Occur During the automatic defrost cycle you may notice a red glow in the vents on the back wall of your freezer compartment This is normal during the defrost cycle F G Automatic ice maker When ice has been produced you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin Electronic defrost control These parts can produce a snapping or clickingsound when turning the coolingsystem on and off Control box may differ from the one shown Condenser fan You may hear air being forced through the condenser Compressor Modern highefficiency compressors run much faster than in the past The compressor may have a high pitched hum or pulsating sound Water valve If your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic ice maker you will hear a buzzing sound as the water valve opens to fill the ice maker during each cycle Drain pan not removable You may hear water dripping into the drain pan during the defrost cycle Condenser May create minimal sounds from forced air If the Fresh Food door is left open form more than 5 minutes an alarm will sound The alarm will sound for 2 minutes and then stop If the quotDoor Ajarquot condition remains the alarm will repeat every 30 minutes for two intervals After 15 minutes of a quotDoor Ajarquot Condition the unit will turn the Fresh Food light off until the door is closed The door switch in the Fresh Food can be pressed and released to reset the alarm and light
• Page 20 - English - : Protecting your investment Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains appearance and prevents odor buildup Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartments at least twice a year When cleaning take the following precautions Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning Remove adhesive labels by hand Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface Do not remove the serial plate Do not use abrasive cleaners such as window sprays scouring cleansers brushes flammable fluids cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts interior doors gaskets or cabinet liners Do not use paper towels metallic scouring pads or other abrasive cleaning materials or strong alkaline solutions If you store or move your refrigerator in freezing temperatures be sure to completely drain the water supply system Failure to do so could result in water leaks when the refrigerator is put back into service Contact a service representative to perform this operation If you set your temperature controls to turn off cooling power to lights and other electrical components will continue until you Pull the refrigerator straight out to move it Shifting it from side to side may damage flooring Be careful not to move the refrigerator beyond the plumbing connections Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces Do not touch refrigerated surfaces with wet or damp hands
• Page 21 - English - : Part Interior amp Soap and water Door Liners Baking soda and water Door Soap and water Care amp Cleaning Tips What To Use Tips and Precautions Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls light bulb or any electrical part Wipe gaskets witha clean soft cloth Gaskets Drawers amp Soap and water Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners and tracks Bins Glass Soap and water Allow glass to warm to room temperature before Shelves mmers ng n warm water Mild liquid sprays Toe Grille Soap and water Vacuum dust from front of toe grille Remove Mild liquid sprays toe grille see Installation Instructions Vacuum backside wipe with sudsy cloth or sponge Rinse Vacuum attachment and dry I Exterior amp Soap and water Do not use commercial household cleaners Handles quot Non Abrasive Glass containing ammonia bleach or alcohol to clean Cleaner handles Use a soft cloth to clean smooth handles DO NOT use a dry cloth to clean smooth doors Exterior amp Soap and water Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to Handles Stainless Steel clean stainless steel Stainless Cleaners Clean stainless steel front and handles with non Steel abrasive soapy water and a dishcloth Rinse with Models clean water and a soft cloth Use a nonabrasive Only stainless steel cleaner These cleaners can be purchased at most home improvement or major department stores Always follow manufacturers instructions Do not use household cleaners containing ammonia or bleach NOTE Always clean wipe and dry with the grain to prevent scratching Wash the rest of the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth Replacing Unplug refrigerator CAUTION Wear gloves when replacing light bulbs refrigerator LED Bulbs Call customer service WARNING Do not attempt to replace LED lights due to replace to high voltage exposure
• Page 22 - English - : l8009449044 United States 1 18002658352 Canada Visit our web site at wwwfrigidairecom Common Occurrences BeforecallingforServicereviewthisstlt may saveYou 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 Checkreplace fuse with a 15 amp timedelay fuse Reset circuit breaker The refrigeratorfreezer control is turned to quot0quot Mechanical controls or quotOFFquot Electronic controls Refrigerator may be in defrost cycle Wait 20 minutes and check again C0mpress0r andor fan does Refrigerator is going through a Self diagnostic test Allow not run 15 minutes to complete self test Freezer temperature is colder Set auxiliary freezer control to a warmer setting until than preferred Refrigerator freezer temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for the temperature is satisfactory temperature to stabilize i Refrigerator temperature is too Set refrigeratorfreezer control to a warmer setting Allow cold Freezer temperature is 24 hours for temperature to stabilize Then check freezer satisfactory temperatures and adjust as needed Freezer temperature is warmer Set auxiliary freezer control to a colder setting until than preferred Refrigerator freezer temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for the temperature is satisfactory temperature to stabilize Refrigerator temperature istoo Set refrigeratorfreezer control to a colder setting warm Freezer temperature is Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize Then check satisfactory refrigerator temperatures and adjust as needed Refrigerator is noisy or vibrates The cabinet is not level Floor is weak See Normal Operating Sounds and Sights section Od0is in refrigerator Foods that produce odors should be covered or wrapped Cabinet light not working Replace light bulb Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet Light switch may be stuck Push in light switch located on the refrigerator control box to release Automatic ice maker n0i Ensure the Wire signal arm is not in up position work ng some mode s I icemakersh0UidPr0duce25t03p0Uads0ficeina24 hour peroamp I water supply is turned off water pressure is toolow The freezer is not cold enough Refrigerator makes beeping Close door sound Press light switch
• Page 23 - English - : YourapplianceiscoveredbyaoneyearlimitedwarrantyForoneyearfromyouroriginaldateof purchaseElectroluxwillpayallcostsforrepairingorreplacinganypartsofthisappliancethatprove tobedefectiveinmaterialsorworkmanshipwhensuchapplianceisinstalledusedandmaintainedin accordancewiththeprovidedinstructions Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following 1 Productswith original serialnumbersthat havebeenremoved alteredor cannot bereadilydetermined 2 Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USAor Canada 3 Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit 4 Products purchased quotasisquot are not covered by this warranty 5 Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures 6 Products used in a commercial setting 7 Servicecallswhichdo not involvemalfunctionor defectsin materials or workmanshipor for appliances notin ordinary householduseor usedother than inaccordancewith the providedinstons 8 Service callsto correct the installationof your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance 9 Expensesfor making the appliance accessiblefor servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory 10 Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs air filters water filters other consumables or knobs handles or other cosmetic parts 11 Surchargesincluding but not limited to any after hourweekend or holiday service callstolls ferry trip chargesor mileageexpensefor servicecallsto remote areas includingthe state of Alaska 12 Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation including but not limited to floors cabinets walls etc 13 Damagescausedby servicesperformed by unauthorized service companiesuse of parts other than genuine Electroluxparts or parts obtained from personsother than authorized servicecompanies or external causessuch as abuse misuseinadequate power supplyaccidents fires or actsof GOd DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMERS SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRIIiEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WRIIqEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE If You Need Service Keep your receipt delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period should service be required If service is performed it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Etectrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below This warranty only applies in the USAand Canada In the USA your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America a division of Etectrolux Home Products Inc In Canada your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice USA Canada 18009449044 18002658352 Frigidaire Electrolux Canada Corp 10200 David Taylor Drive 5855 Terry Fox Way Charlotte NC 28262 Mississauga Ontario Canada LSV 3E4