FREEZER use & care Introduction........................................................2 Door Handle Installation (some models)......16 Important Safety information.....................3 Controls and Settings (Units with Temperature Control Inside)...................... 17 Features (Units with Temperature Control Inside)...................................................5 Features (Units with Temperature Control Outside)...............................................6 Installation......................
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 CAUTION CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion. Dispose of refrigerator properly in accordance with the applicable federal or local regulations. Flammable refrigerant used.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Proper Disposal of your Appliance • Performance may be affected if the voltage varies by 10% or more. Operating the appliance with insufficient power can damage the compressor. Such damage is not covered under your warranty. • Do not plug the unit into an electrical outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent the appliance from being turned off accidentally.
FEATURES (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL INSIDE) 5 *Features may vary according to model E F D F D F D F C F B D G A A Green LED Power On Light and Magnetic Door Switch B Wire Freezer Basket C Freezer Control (Internal) *D Freezer Shelf E 5-Watt AC LED Light Bulb *F Fixed Door Bins G Magnet (Door Open Sensor) IMPORTANT Cleaning your Appliance Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the appliance.
FEATURES (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL OUTSIDE) *Features may vary according to model D E C E C E C E C E B F A A Magnetic Door Switch D 5-Watt AC LED Light Bulb B Wire Freezer Basket *E Fixed Door Bins *C Freezer Shelf F Magnet (Door Open Sensor) IMPORTANT Moving your Appliance Your appliance is heavy. When moving the appliance for cleaning or service, raise the anti-tip bracket (see “Setting the anti-tip bracket”).
INSTALLATION 7 Guidelines for final positioning of This Use & Care Guide provides general operating instructions for your model. Use your appliance: the appliance only as instructed in this • All 4 corners of the cabinet must rest Use & Care Guide. Before starting the apfirmly on the floor. pliance, follow these important first steps. • The cabinet should be level at the Location front and rear. • • • Choose a place that is near a ground• The door should be level. ed electrical outlet.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL INSIDE) Tools Necessary: PhillipsTM Head or #2 Square Drive Head or or Adjustable Wrench 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.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL INSIDE) 4. Gently pry the hinge bearing out from the top of the freezer door with a flathead screwdriver (See Figure 2A). 5. A B 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. 6. Flip the door over to access the bottom.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL INSIDE) 12. Using a Phillips™ screwdriver, remove the screw from the door stop (see Figure 5A). C 13. Using a flat head screwdriver, gently pry the door stop off the bottom hinge pin (see Figure 5B). 14. Using an adjustable wrench, remove the bottom hinge pin (see Figure 5C). B Door Stop Door A Stop Screw Bottom Hinge Pin Figure 5 15. Reinstall the hinge pin into the outer hole and tighten with an adjustable wrench (see Figure 6A). 16.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL INSIDE) 19. Slide the door onto the bottom hinge pin at 90° to the freezer cabinet and close the door (see Figure 8). 90° Figure 8 20. Using a Phillips™ screwdriver or a 5/16” wrench, secure the top hinge using three 5/16” screws. Replace the top hinge cover (see Figure 9). 21. Plug the freezer power cord back into the electrical outlet, and turn the freezer temperature control to the Recommended setting.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL OUTSIDE) CAUTION This procedure will require 2 people to safely perform. 1. Unplug your freezer. 2. Lay the unit down on its back. 3. Disconnect the small blue and white connectors located in the channel in the bottom of the door (see Figure 1A). A B 4. Remove the gray cable from underneath the 2 harness retaining clips (see Figure 1B). 5.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL OUTSIDE) 8. 13 Remove the bottom hinge using 5/16” (8mm) wrench (see Figure 4). Figure 4 9. Using a Phillips™ screwdriver, remove the screws from the hinge bearing and the door closer (see Figure 5A). E D C A Bottom 10. Using a flathead screwdriver, gently pry the door closer/hinge bearing assembly out of the door (see Figure 5B). B Figure 5 11. Separate the door closer and hinge bearing (see Figure 5C). 12.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL OUTSIDE) 18. Remove the left bottom hinge using 5/16” (8 mm) wrench and install on the right side. Figure 7. 19. Reattach the bottom hinge (with the door stop) to the left side of the cabinet and add the wheel spacer on the left side of the wheel axle. Figure 7 20. Route the gray cable and connectors through the left side plastic channel (see Figure 8A). B C 21.
DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL OUTSIDE) 27. Pry out the hinge bearing from the top of the freezer door with a flathead screwdriver (see Figure 10A). Install the hinge bearing on the opposite side of the door (see Figure 10B). A B Figure 10 28. Reattach the top hinge (B) onto the left side of the cabinet, using a 5/16” wrench. Replace the top hinge cover (A) (see Figure 11).
DOOR HANDLE INSTALLATION (SOME MODELS) CAUTION Wear gloves and use extreme CAUTION when installing these handles. The rounded end of the handles may be sharp. IMPORTANT To ensure proper installation of handle, please review these instructions and illustrations thoroughly prior to installing the handle. Freezer Upper End Cap Door Additionally, before installing the door handle, make sure the door swing is correct. Your model will have either a right-hand or left-hand door swing.
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL INSIDE) Cool Down Period Alarms To ensure safe food storage, allow the appliance to operate with the door closed for at least 8 hours before loading it with food. High Temp Alert Appliance Control NOTE When first turning appliance on, adjust control to Recommended. After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed.
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS (FROST-FREE UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL INSIDE) Sabbath Mode The Sabbath Mode is a feature that disables portions of the appliance and its controls in accordance with observance of the weekly Sabbath and religious holidays within the Orthodox Jewish community. The Sabbath Mode disables the temperature control knob and mutes all sounds (except the High Temp alert).
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL OUTSIDE) 19 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. Power On Plugging in the appliance for the first time causes an audible alert and the Recommended temp setting LED to illuminate. Temp Pressing the Temp* button will allow you to scroll through the five temperature settings from Cold (top) to Coldest (bottom), and then loop back to Cold.
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL OUTSIDE) Freeze Boost Prior to grocery shopping, activate Freeze Boost so upon returning you can ensure your newly purchased frozen food will be preserved. Turning on Freeze Boost will cool the appliance down to a target temperature and will remain active for up to 24 hours before automatically deactivating or being manually exited. To turn the function off, press Freeze Boost.
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS (UNITS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROL OUTSIDE) 21 Sabbath Mode The Sabbath Mode is a feature that disables portions of the appliance and its controls in accordance with observance of the weekly Sabbath and religious holidays within the Orthodox Jewish community. All buttons are disabled, and all sounds (except the High Temp alert*) are muted. Only the High Temp alert will illuminate until you deactivate the Sabbath Mode.
STORAGE FEATURES Shelf Adjustment Door Storage Easily adjust appliance shelves to suit individual needs. Before adjusting the shelves, remove all food. Door bins and shelves conveniently store jars, bottles, and cans. You can quickly select frequently used items. To adjust shelves, lift the front of the shelf and pull forward.
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: • 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.
CARE AND CLEANING If you choose to not use a garden hose, a garden hose cap can be purchased at most hardware stores. This cap can be installed and the defrost water collected can simply be dumped into a drain. Please note that the cover that comes with the basket may not be water tight. Defrosting without using a garden hose or a cap may lead to water leaking onto the floor surface. Cleaning the Inside Figure 2 After defrosting, wash inside surfaces of the unit with a solution of 2 tbsp.
CARE AND CLEANING 25 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING 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 27 Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, 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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