Use & Care Guide Side-By-Side Refrigerator Dishwasher 241540102 (0408)
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Finding Information TABLE OF CONTENTS Finding Information ............................................ 2 Please Read And Save This Guide .................. 2 Make A Record For Quick Reference ............... 2 Questions? ....................................................... 2 Table Of Contents ............................................ 3 Safety ................................................................... 4 Important Safety Instructions ........................... 4 Electrical Information ........
Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ! WARNING Please read all safety instructions before using your new Electrolux refrigerator. General Safety • Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids, near 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 the automatic ice maker.
Safety ELECTRICAL INFORMATION ! WARNING You must follow these guidelines to ensure that your refrigerator’s safety mechanisms are operating correctly. • The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC-only electric outlet. The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle.
Removing The Doors GETTING THROUGH NARROW SPACES If your refrigerator will not fit through an entrance area, you can reduce its size by removing the doors. Check first by measuring the entrance. Required Tools You will need the following tools: Tools Necessary: AND ™ Phillips Head OR Socket Wrench Set OR Adjustable Wrench 3/8” Fixed Wrench To prepare for removing the doors: 1 Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet.
Removing The Doors To remove the top hinge cover: 1 Remove the three screws from the cover over the top door hinges. 2 Pull the cover forward about a half-inch and lift it off. To remove the refrigerator door: 1 Trace lightly around the door’s top hinge with a pencil. This makes reinstallation easier. 2 Remove the two screws from the top hinge. Lift the door off of the bottom hinge and and set it aside. 3 Remove the three bottom hinge screws and hinge if necessary.
Removing The Doors To remove the freezer door: 1 Detach the multi-wire cable connector located above the top hinge. Grasp both sides of the connector firmly and pull apart. 2 Trace lightly around the hinge with a pencil. This makes reinstallation easier. 3 Detach the water tube from the connector located below the freezer door. The connector releases when you press its outer sleeve inward. 4 Remove the screws from the top hinge and pull the multi-wire cable through it.
Connecting The Water Supply ABOUT YOUR REFRIGERATOR’S WATER SUPPLY The automatic ice & water dispenser on your refrigerator requires a permanent water supply to function correctly. During installation, you (or a service professional) establish this water supply by connecting a copper tube from your household water system to a valve at the rear of the refrigerator. You may have already followed the directions in the Installation Instructions to connect the water supply.
Connecting The Water Supply To connect the water supply to the rear of your refrigerator: 1 Ensure that the refrigerator is not plugged in. 2 Flush the supply line until water is clear by placing the end of the copper tube in a sink or bucket and opening the shut-off valve. 3 Unscrew the plastic cap from the water valve inlet at the rear of your refrigerator. Discard the cap. 4 Slide the brass compression nut, then the ferrule (sleeve) onto copper tube.
Feature Overview UNDERSTANDING FEATURES AND TERMS Your Electrolux refrigerator is designed for optimal convenience and storage flexibility. Use the illustration below to familiarize yourself with product features and terminology. NO TE NOTE Features may vary according to model.
Controls & Settings ALLOWING COOLING TIME BEFORE USE To ensure reliable food storage, allow your refrigerator and freezer to operate with the doors closed for 8 to 12 hours before placing food inside. During this cooling period, you do not need to adjust the controls, which are preset at the factory. SETTING COOLING TEMPERATURES Your refrigerator comes with a state-of-the-art electronic digital control system. The system’s control panel is located at the top of the the fresh food compartment.
Controls & Settings Choosing Fahrenheit or Centigrade Depending on which temperature standard you prefer to use, you can set your control panel to display in fahrenheit or centigrade. To change between fahrenheit and centigrade, press the Mode button (located between the two digital temperature displays). Press to alternate between Fahrenheit and Centigrade Making Temperature Adjustments After running your refrigerator for 24 hours, you can adjust temperatures as needed.
Controls & Settings SYSTEM-MONITORING ALARMS The electronic control system continuously monitors your refrigerator/freezer for temperature consistency, doors left ajar, and power failures. Variances from normal operating conditions are communicated by audible tones and a set of four status indicator lights. NO TE NOTE Indicator Lights Alarm Reset Button Each time you make settings on the control panel, a single audible tone acknowledges your input.
Controls & Settings Using The Alarm Reset Button You can disable or activate the alarm system by pressing and holding the Alarm Reset button for three seconds. Use it, for example, to turn off audible tones and/ or flashing indicator lights. ! CA UTION CAUTION The alarm system does not automatically reset if you disconnect and reconnect your refrigerator’s power cord. It can only be reactivated by pressing the Alarm Reset button.
Storage Features CANTILEVER SHELVES ! CA UTION CAUTION To avoid injury from breakage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. You can easily adjust shelf positions in the freezer and fresh food compartments to suit your needs. The shelves have mounting brackets, which attach to slotted supports at the rear of each compartment. Cantilever Glass Shelf To change the position of a shelf: 1 Before adjusting a shelf, remove all food. 2 Lift the front edge up. 3 Pull the shelf out.
Storage Features 17 DRAWERS Your refrigerator includes a variety of storage drawers. These drawers usually are located in fixed positions at the bottom of the fresh food compartment. Crispers Crisper drawers are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. Before storing items in a crisper: Crisper • Wash items in clear water and remove excess water. • Wrap any items that have strong odors or high moisture content.
Storage Features DOORS Storage Bins The doors to your freezer and fresh food compartments use a system of modular storage bins. All of these bins are removable for easy cleaning. Some of them have fixed positions, while others can be adjusted to your needs. Door bins are ideal for storing jars, bottles, cans, and large drink containers. They also enable quick selection of frequently used items. To change the position of an adjustable door bin: 1 Before adjusting a bin, remove all food.
Storage Features 19 ACCESSORIES Tall Bottle Retainer Tall Bottle Retainer The tall bottle retainer keeps tall containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door. To install, snap the ends of the retainer over the edge of the retainer wall as shown in the illustration. Special Items Rack The innovative design of the special items rack allows you to store a sixpack of 12 ounce drink cans, a bottle of wine, a two-liter soft drink bottle, or a carton of eggs.
Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser USING THE DISPENSER Your automatic ice & water dispenser includes a control panel, a drinking glass bay, and two push-paddles for turning on the ice and water supplies. Using the dispenser control panel is necessary for the ice dispenser but not the water dispenser. The control panel also includes options for lighting, filter monitoring, and increasing the rates of ice making and freezing.
Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser USING THE DISPENSER CONTROL PANEL Cube Button & Indicator Light Press button to get cubed ice. Light displays blue. Press glass against ice dispensing paddle, holding high up to catch all ice. Crush Button & Indicator Light Press button to get crushed ice. Light displays blue. Press glass against ice dispensing paddle, holding high up to catch all ice. Light Button & Indicator Light Press button to turn on dispenser light. Light displays blue.
Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser PRIMING THE WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM Your refrigerator’s water supply system includes several tubing lines, an advanced water filter, a distribution valve bank, and a reserve tank to ensure ample supply to the ice and water dispenser at all times. This system needs to be completely filled with water when first connected to an external supply line. ! CA UTION CAUTION For proper dispenser operation, recommended water supply pressure should fall between 20 psi and 100 psi.
Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser ICE DISPENSER OPERATION & CARE The ice maker, ice bin, and dispenser feeding mechanism are located in the top of the freezer compartment. After the refrigerator is installed properly and has cooled for several hours, the ice maker can produce ice within 24 hours. It can completely fill an ice bin in about two days. The ice maker produces 4 to 6 pounds of ice every 24 hours depending on usage conditions. Ice is produced at a rate of 8 cubes every 75 to 90 minutes.
Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser Ice Dispenser Tips • Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor. Empty the ice container as explained on the next page. • Occasionally shake the ice container to keep ice separated. • If your refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the water supply is turned off, turn off the ice maker by pressing the On/Off switch. • If you need a large quantity of ice at one time, it is best to get cubes directly from the ice container.
Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser To clean the ice dispenser: 1 Turn off ice production by pressing the ice maker’s Off/On switch. 2 Remove the ice bin by lifting up and out. 3 Empty and carefully clean the ice bin with mild detergent. Rinse with clear water. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners. 4 Allow the ice bin to dry completely before replacing in the freezer. 5 Remove ice chips and clean the ice bin shelf and the freezer door chute (for more tips on care and cleaning, see page 33).
Changing The Filter LOCATING THE WATER FILTER Your refrigerator is equipped with a water filtering system. The water filter, which uses Electrolux pure advantageTM technology, filters all dispensed drinking water as well as the water used to produce ice. Water Filter Location The water filter is located at the top of the fresh food compartment, next to the electronic control system panel. For more information about when to replace the filter, see “Using The Dispenser Control Panel” on page 21.
Changing The Filter REPLACING THE WATER FILTER In general, you should change the water filter every six to nine months to ensure highest possible water quality. The Filter Status light on the dispenser control panel (see page 20) prompts you to replace the filter after 400 gallons of water has flowed through the system. If your refrigerator has not been used for a period of time (during moving for example), change the filter before reinstalling the refrigerator.
Changing The Filter To replace your pure advantageTM water filter: It is not necessary to turn the water supply off to change the filter. Be ready to wipe up any small amounts of water released during the filter replacement. The bottom of the filter housing includes two small water drainage holes, so be sure to remove any stored food from the top shelf. NO TE NOTE The o-rings on a new water filter are lubricated. To ensure a good seal, please do not remove this lubricant.
Storing Food & Saving Energy IDEAS FOR STORING FOODS Fresh Food Storage • Keep the fresh food compartment between 34° F and 40° F with an optimum temperature of 37° F (see page 13 for more about temperature settings). • Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves, which reduces air circulation and causes uneven cooling. Fruits and Vegetables • Store fruits and vegetables in crisper drawers, where trapped moisture helps preserve food quality for longer time periods.
Storing Food & Saving Energy Loading the Freezer • Avoid adding too much warm food to the freezer at one time. This overloads the freezer, slows the rate of freezing, and can raise the temperature of frozen foods. • Leave a space between packages, so cold air can circulate freely, allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible. • Avoid storing hard-to-freeze foods, such as ice cream and orange juice, on the freezer door shelves.
Normal Operating Sounds & Sights UNDERSTANDING THE SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR Your new high-efficiency 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. NO TE NOTE Energy efficient foam in your refrigerator is not a sound insulator.
Care & Cleaning PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains appearance and prevents odor build-up. 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 metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners or strong alkaline solutions on any surface. • Never use CHLORIDE to clean stainless steel. • Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher.
Care & Cleaning CARE & CLEANING TIPS Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions Interior & Door Liners • Soap and water • Baking soda and water • 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. Door Gaskets • Soap and water • Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth. Drawers & Bins • Soap and water • Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners and tracks.
Care & Cleaning REPLACING LIGHT BULBS Both the freezer and fresh food compartments of your refrigerator include light bulbs that will need replacing from time to time. Some lights have covers that you will need to remove before replacing the bulbs. Always use bulbs that are designed for appliance lighting. ! CA UTION CAUTION Wear gloves when replacing light bulbs to avoid getting cut. To replace light bulbs: 1 Unplug your refrigerator’s power cord.
Warranty Information 35 REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY Your refrigerator is protected by this warranty WARRANTY PERIOD THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, WE WILL: THE CONSUMER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR: FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY One year from original purchase date. Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance which prove to be defective in materials or workmanship. Excludes original and replacement Ice & Water filter cartridges (if equipped).
Solutions To Common Problems BEFORE YOU CALL... If you experience a problem with your refrigerator or notice a product behavior or condition you do not understand, you can usually avoid a call to your service representative by referring to this section for an answer. Beginning with the following table, this information includes common problems, causes, and suggested solutions. Running Your Refrigerator Problem Cause Correction Compressor does not run. • Cooling system is turned Off.
Solutions To Common Problems Temperatures Are Too Cold Problem Cause Correction Freezer temperature too cold. Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. • Freezer control is set too cold. • Set freezer control to a warmer setting. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize. Refrigerator temperature too cold. Freezer temperature is satisfactory. • Refrigerator control is set too cold. • Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize.
Solutions To Common Problems Water/Moisture/Frost Outside Refrigerator Problem Cause Correction Moisture collects on outside of refrigerator or between doors. • Weather is humid. • This is normal in humid weather. When humidity is lower, the moisture should disappear. • See Problem section Opening/Closing Of Doors/Drawers. • Door is slightly open, causing cold air from inside refrigerator to meet warm air from outside.
Solutions To Common Problems Ice Dispenser Problem Cause Correction Dispenser will not dispense ice. • Water supply is not connected. • Ice storage container is empty. • Connect water supply (see page 9). • When the first supply of ice is dropped into the container, the dispenser should operate. • Turn freezer control to a higher setting so that ice cubes will be made. When first supply of ice is made, dispenser should operate. • Open household water line valve.
Solutions To Common Problems Odors In Refrigerator Problem Cause Correction Interior is dirty. • Interior needs to be cleaned. • Food with strong odors is in refrigerator. • See Care & Cleaning Tips. • Cover food tightly. Opening/Closing Of Doors/Drawers Problem Cause Correction Door(s) will not close. • Door was closed too hard, causing other door to open slightly. • Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on the floor when moved slightly. • Close both doors gently.
