Element ERX21DFS 21.4 cu. ft. Side-by-Side Refrigerator – Stainless Steel

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ERX21DFS User Manual

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Safety Information
In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing
and using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints
and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important
to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its
operation and safety features. Save these instructions and make sure that
they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using
it throughout its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety.
Children and Vulnerable People Safety
This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given proper supervision or instructions
concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children aged 3 to 8 years are allowed to load and unload this
appliance.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance is not to be done by children unless they are 8
years and above and are being supervised.
Keep all packaging well away from children. There is a risk of suffocation.
If you are discarding the appliance pull the plug out of the socket, cut the
connection cable (as close to the appliance as you can), and remove the door to
prevent children from playing with the appliance and risking electrical shock or
suffocation from closing themselves in.
If this appliance features a magnetic door seal or is replacing an older
appliance with a spring lock (latch) on the door or lid, be sure to make sure that
the spring latch is unusable before you discard the old appliance. This is to
prevent any injury or death of others.
General Safety
WARNING! Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the
built-in structure clear of obstruction.
WARNING! Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate
the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING! Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
WARNING! Do not use other electrical appliances (such as ice cream makers)
inside refrigerating appliances, unless they are approved for this purpose by
the manufacturer.
WARNING! Do not touch the light bulb if it has been on for a long period of
time because it could be very hot.
1) lf there is a light in the compartment.
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Safety Information
WARNING! When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is
not trapped or damaged.
WARNING! Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable
power suppliers at the rear of the appliance.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable
propellant in this appliance.
The refrigerant isobutane (R-600a) is contained within the refrigerant
circuit of the appliance, a natural gas with a high level of environmental
compatibility, which is nevertheless flammable.
During transportation and installation of the appliance, be certain that
none of the components of the refrigerant circuit become damaged.
-avoid open flames and sources of ignition
-thoroughly ventilate the room in which the appliance is situated
I t is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify this product in any way.
Any damage to the cord may cause a short circuit, fire, and/or electric shock.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications
such as:
-staff kitchen areas in shops, offices, and other working environments
-farmhouses and by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type
environments
-bed and breakfast type environments
-catering and similar non-retail applications
Power cord must not be lengthened.
Make sure that the power plug is not crushed or damaged by the back of the
appliance. A crushed or damaged power plug may overheat and cause a fire.
Make sure that you can access the main plug of the appliance.
Do not pull the main cable.
If the power plug socket is loose, do not insert the power plug. There is a risk
of electric shock or fire.
You must not operate the appliance without the light.
This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.
Do not remove or touch items from the freezer compartment if your hands are
damp/wet, as this could cause skin abrasions or frost/freezer burns.
Avoid prolonged exposure of the appliance to direct sunlight.
1) lf there is a light in the compartment.
WARNING! Any electrical components (plug, power cord, compressor,
etc.) must be replaced by a certified service agent or qualified service
personnel.
WARNING! e light bulb supplied with this appliance is a "special use
light bulb" usable only with the appliance supplied. This special use light
is not usable for domestic lighting.
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Safety Information
Daily use
Do not put hot items on the plastic parts inside the appliance.
Do not place food products directly against the rear wall.
Frozen food must not be refrozen once it has been thawed out.
To avoi
d contamination of food, please respect th
e following instructions:
Regularly clean surfaces that come in contact with food and accessible
drainage systems.
Clean water tanks if they have not been used for 48 hours; flush the
water system connected to a water supply if the water has not been used
in 5 days.
Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in the refrigerator, so that
they are not in contact with or drip onto other food.
Care and Cleaning
If the drain is blocked, water will collect in the bottom of the appliance.
1) lf there is a freezer compartment.
2) lf there is a fresh-food storage compartment.
1)
Store pre-packed frozen food in accordance with the frozen food
manufacturer's instructions.
1)
Appliance manufacturer's storage recommendations should be strictly
adhered to. Refer to relevant instructions.
Do not place carbonated or fizzy drinks in the freezer compartment as it
creates pressure in the container, which may cause it to explode, resulting
in damage to the appliance.
1)
Popsicles can cause frost bites if consumed straight from the appliance.
Opening the door for long periods can cause a significant increase in
temperature in the compartments of the appliance.
1)
Before maintenance, swi
tch the appliance off and disconnect the main
plug from the main socket.
Do not clean the appliance with metal objects.
Do not use sharp objects to remove frost from the appliance. Use a plastic
scraper.
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Examine the drain regularly in the refrigerator for defrosted water. If
necessary, clean the drain.
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Safety Information
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nstallation
Important! For electrical connection, carefully follow the instructions given
in specific paragraphs.
Unpack the appliance and check if there are damages on it. Do not connect
the appliance if it is damaged. Report possible damages immediately to the
place you bought it. In that case, keep the packaging.
It is advisable to wait at least four hours before connecting the appliance to
allow the oil to flow back in the compressor.
Adequate air circulation should be around the appliance, lacking this leads
to overheating. To achieve sufficient ventilation follow the instructions
relevant to installation.
Wherever possible the spacers of the product should be against a wall to
avoid touching or catching warm parts (compressor, condenser) to prevent
possible burn.
The appliance must not be located close to radiators or cookers.
Make sure that the main plug is accessible aer the installation of the
appliance.
Service
If any electrical work is required, the appliance should be serviced by a
qualified electrician or service personnel.
is product must be serviced by an authorized Service Center, and only
genuine spare parts must be used.
Energy Saving
Don't put hot food in the appliance;
Don't pack food close together as this prevents air circulating;
Make sure food does not touch the back of the compartment(s);
If electricity goes out, don't open the door(s)
Don't open the door(s) frequently
Don't keep the door(s) open for too long time
Don't set the thermostat on exceeding cold temperatures
All accessories, such as drawers, shelves, balconies, should be kept there
for lower energy consumption.
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Safety Information
Environment Protection
This appliance does not contain gases which could damage the ozone
layer, in either its refrigerant circuit or insulation materials. The appliance
shall not be discarded together with the urban refuse and rubbish. e
insulation foam contains flammable gases: the appliance shall be disposed
according to the appliance regulations obtained from your local authorities.
Avoid damaging the cooling unit, especially the heat exchanger. The
materials used on this appliance marked by the symbol are recyclable.
The symbol on the produc
t or on its packaging indicates that this
product may not be treated as household waste. Instead, it should
be taken to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment
. By ensuring this product is disposed of
correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human healthwhich could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information
about recycling of this product, please contact your local council, your
household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the
product.
Packaging Materials
The materials with the symbol are recyclable.
Dispose the packaging in a suitable garbage cans to recycle it.
Disposal of the Appliance
1. Disconnect the main plug from the main socket.
2. Cut off the main cable and discard it.
WARNING! During using, service and disposal the appliance,
please pay attention to symbols similar as left side, which is
located on rear of appliance (rear panel or compressor) and with
yellow or orange color.
It's ris
k of fire warning symbol. There are flammable materials in refrigerant
pipes and compres
sor.
Please be far away fire source during using service and disposal.
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Overview
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LED top light
Freezer shelves
Freezer door
balconies
Freezer drawer
Adjustable feet
Air duct
Fridge shelves
Fridge door
balconies
Crisper
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Remove the Doors
Tools required:
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Door
- Rotate the feet clockwise to heighten them by hand.
- Rotate the feet counterclockwise to lower them by
hand.
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Leveling the Refrigerator
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Installation
Positioning
Install this appliance at a location where the ambient temperature corresponds to the climate class
indicated on the rating plate of the appliance.
For refrigerating appliances with climate class:
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Daily Use
First Use
Cleaning the interior
Before using the appliance for the first time, wash the interior and all internal accessories with
lukewarm water and some neutral soap so as to remove the typical smell of a brand new product,
then dry thoroughly.
Important! Do not use detergents or abrasive powders, as these will damage the finish.
Daily Use
Position different food in different compartments according to the below table.
Thawing
Deep-f
rozen or froze
n food, prior to be used, can be thawed in the freezer compartment or at
room temperature, depending on the time available for this operation. Small pieces may even be
cooked still frozen, directly from the freezer. In this case, cooking will take longer.
Accessories
Movable shelves
The walls of the refrigerator are equipped with a series of runners so that
the shelves can be positioned as desired.
Positioning the door balconies
To permit storage of food packages of various sizes, the door balconies can
be placed at different heights. To
make these adjustments proceed as follows:
gradually pull the balcony in the direction of the arrows until it comes free,
then reposition as required.
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The maximum quantity of food which can be frozen in 24 hrs. is shown on the rating plate
The freezing process takes 24 hours. No further food to be frozen should be added during this
period
Only freeze top quality, fresh and thoroughly cleaned food
Prepare food in small portions to enable it to be rapidly and completely frozen and to make it
possible to thaw only the quantity required
Wrap up the food in aluminum foil or polythene and make sure that the packages are airtight
Do not allow fresh, unfrozen food to touch food which is already frozen, thus avoiding a rise in
temperature of the latter
Lean foods store better and longer than fatty ones; salt reduces the storage life of food
Water ices, if consumed immediately after removal from the freezer compartment, can possibly
cause the skin to be freeze burnt
It is advisable to show the freezing date on each individual pack to enable the removal from the
freezer compartment, can possibly cause the skin to be freezer burnt
It is advisable to show the freezing date on each individual pack to enable you to keep tab of the
storage time
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For hygienic reasons, the appliance interior,
in
cluding
int
e
rior accessories, should be cleaned
regularly.
Caution! The appliance may not be connected to the
outlet during cleaning. Danger of
electrical shock! Before cleaning, switch the appliance off and remove the plug from the outlet,
or switch off or turn out the circuit breaker or fuse. Never clean the appliance with a steam
cleaner. Moisture could accumulate in electrical components, danger of electrical shock! Hot
vapors can lead to the damage of plastic parts. The appliance must be dry before it is placed
back into service.
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outlet malfunctions are to be corrected by an
electrician.
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Element Appliance Limited Warranty
(the “Products” or Product” when referencing a singular product herein)
This Pro
duct (including any accessories included in the original packaging) as supplied and distributed in
new condition, is warranted by Element Appliance Company, LLC ("Element") to the original customer
who purchases the Product from an authorized Element retailer (the Original Customer or you”)
against defects in material and workmanship under proper use, maintenance, and care according to the
owner’s manual, warnings, and instructions accompanying the Product (“Warranty”) as follows:
* PLEASE NOTE Proof of purchase evidencing the date of purchase by the Original Purchaser from an
authorized Element retailer (“Valid Proof of Purchase”) is required for all Warranty service. The express
Warranty set forth herein is subject to all terms and conditions set forth below.
1. WARRANTY SERVICE:
A. ONE-YEAR WARRANTY: Except as provided in subpart 1.B below, for a period of one (1)
year from the date of purchase by the Original Customer (the Warranty Period”), if the parts or
components covered by this Warranty are determined by Element or Element’s authorized service
provider to be defective in material or workmanship, Element will, at its sole and absolute discretion
and option: (i) repair the defective part or component at no charge to the Original Customer, (ii) replace
the defective Product with a new Product of similar or better quality, at no charge to the Original
Customer, or (iii) refund the documented purchase price paid by the Original Customer (excluding tax)
to the Original Customer upon return of the defective Product as directed by Element. After the
Warranty Period expires, the Original Customer must pay for all parts, components, shipping and
handling, labor, and replacement costs associated with the Product or any part or component thereof,
regardless of any defects in the Product or any part or component thereof.
B. LIMITED EXTENDED WARRANTY THROUGH PRODUCT REGISTRATION: If and only if the
Original Customer registers the Product at www.elementelectronics.com within ninety (90) days of the
date of purchase by the Original Customer, then the Warranty Period discussed in subpart 1.A. above
shall be extended an additional one (1) year to a new Warranty Period equaling two (2) years from the
date of purchase by the Original Customer. If the Product is not registered as provided for in this
subpart 1.B, then the standard one-year Warranty Period set forth in subpart 1.A shall apply.
C. TIMING AND PROCEDURE: Before Warranty service can commence, the Original
Customer must contact either (i) the retailer from whom the Original Customer purchased the Product,
or (ii) Element directly, in either case for problem determination and service procedures. Valid Proof of
Purchase evidencing that the Product is within the Warranty Period MUST be presented by Original
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available, along with your date of purchase of the Product. To remain eligible for Warranty service,
Original Customer may not return the Product or any part or component thereof to the retailer or
Element without Element’s prior written consent.
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2. EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS TO WARRANTY SERVICE
The Warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship of the Product encountered
in the normal, non-commercial use of the Product, and does not cover (a) damages or malfunctions
resulting from improper or unreasonable use or maintenance, abuse, negligence, failure to follow
instructions contained in any written materials that accompany the Product, deterioration by reason of
excess moisture, corrosive atmosphere, lightning, power surges, connections to improper voltage supply,
unauthorized alteration, or other external causes such as extremes in temperature or humidity,
modifications, scratches or discoloration; (b) any damage caused by using non-authorized parts or
service facilities for repair of Products (however, for avoidance of doubt, using non-authorized parts or
service facilities will not, in and of itself, void the Warranty); (c) transportation, shipping, delivery, pickup,
insurance, installation, or set-up costs; (d) ordinary wear and tear, cosmetic damage, or damage due to
acts of nature, including but not limited to, water, floods, wind, storm, tornado, earthquake, or fire, or
due to damage caused by extraordinary impact events, such as dropping, crushing, demolition or other
extraordinary damage; (e) commercial use of the Product, or use of the Product for anything other than
single-family household or residential use; or (f) modification of the Product or any part of the Product.
This Warranty is made to the Original Customer only and does not cover Products sold AS IS or WITH ALL
FAULTS. The Warranty is invalid if the factory-applied serial number has been altered or removed from
the Product. This Warranty is valid only in the United States, and only applies to Product if it was
purchased and serviced in the United States. The addition of equipment or features to the Product that
are not manufactured or recommended by Element could affect the intended function of the Product,
and therefore may void the Warranty. Furthermore, the exposure of the Product to chemicals, heat,
cold, humidity, or other elements can affect the Product components, and therefore, the Warranty does
not cover discoloration, fading, cosmetic changes, rust, or any damages or failure related to any such
items. The Warranty is contingent upon the proper use, maintenance, and care of the Product. The
Warranty may be void if the Product has been used in a manner contradictory to, or in violation of, the
terms of the user’s manual, warnings, or instructions accompanying the Product.
THIS WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF AND SUPERSEDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR GENERAL USE, WHETHER EXPRESS,
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ELEMENT SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES CAUSED BY THE
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SHALL NOT EXTEND TO ANYONE OTHER THAN THE ORIGINAL CUSTOMER WHO PURCHASED THE
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customerservice@elementelectronics.com
(888) 842-3577
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