Use & Care Manual Side by Side Refrigerator With Electronic Controls Welcome 2 Safety Instructions 3 Installation -- Includes Connecting Ice Maker To Water Supply 4-5 Door Removal Instructions 6 Features at a Glance 7 Temperature Controls Looking Inside 7-9 10 - 11 Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser 12 - 17 Food Storage & Energy Saving Tips 18 Normal Operating Sounds 19 Care & Cleaning Warranty Español 27 22 Before You Call Solutions to Common Problems READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 20 -
WELCOME & CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We here at Electrolux Home Products, Inc. are very proud of our product and we are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. Questions? 1-800-944-9044 (United States) 1-800-265-8352 Please read this Use & Care Manual very carefully. It contains valuable information on how to properly maintain your new refrigerator. (Canada) or visit our web site at www.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING WARNING Please Read All Instructions Before Using This Refrigerator. These Guidelines Must Be Followed To Ensure That Safety Mechanisms In This Refrigerator Will Operate Properly. FOR YOUR SAFETY • • • • ELECTRICAL INFORMATION 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.
INSTALLATION This Owner’s Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Manual. Before starting the refrigerator, follow these important first steps. 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.
INSTALLATION - CONNECTING ICE MAKER TO WATER SUPPLY To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve WARNING 1. 2. 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. 3. Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap. 4. Slide brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) onto water supply line, as shown. 5.
DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS: If it is necessary to move the refrigerator through narrow doorways, follow these steps to remove the doors. NOTE Before you begin, turn Freezer and Fresh Food controls to “OFF” by pressing and holding the On/Off button for 3 seconds, and remove electrical power cord from wall outlet. Remove any food from door shelves. 1. 2. 3. To 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. To 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Disconnect electrical supply. Open both doors, then remove toe grille.
FEATURES AT A GLANCE Features may vary according to model TEMPERATURE CONTROLS 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.
TEMPERATURE CONTROLS MAKING TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENTS After running your refrigerator for 24 hours, you can adjust temperatures as needed. Make your adjustments small and gradual, allowing time for temperatures to change and stabilize. Refer to the following guidelines for temperature settings. WHAT TO DO IF THE TEMPERATURE DISPLAYS FLASH To adjust the temperature to a higher or lower setting, press the Up (Cold) or Down (Colder) button closest to the display.
TEMPERATURE CONTROLS SYSTEM-MONITORING ALARMS The electronic control system continuously monitors your refrigerator/freezer for temperature consistency and doors left ajar. Variances from normal operating conditions are communicated by audible tones and a set of two status indicator lights. RESPONDING TO ALARMS (AUDIBLE TONES & INDICATOR LIGHTS) Your refrigerator’s control system can convey the following information through audible tones and the alarm indicator lights.
LOOKING INSIDE PIZZA SHELF (SOME CANTILEVER SHELF ADJUSTMENT MODELS) Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs. Before adjusting the shelves, remove all food. Cantilever shelves are supported at the back of the refrigerator. This shelf is attached to the freezer wall beside the ice dispenser container. This convenient area allows for storage of pizza and other tall items placed vertically between the ice dispenser container and the freezer wall.
LOOKING INSIDE (CONTINUED) TALL BOTTLE RETAINER (SOME MODELS) SPECIAL ITEM RACK The Tall Bottle Retainer keeps tall containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door. To install, hold the retainer at the top, and slide it over the outside wall of the bin, as shown in the diagram. The Tall Bottle Retainer works best with a Bin Snugger.
AUTOMATIC ICE AND WATER DISPENSER AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 Features may vary according to model. EXTREME FREEZE To freeze food at a faster rate to preserve freshness, push the Touch Pad 1 for 3-5 seconds to activate this feature. A green light will appear above the Touch Pad. Push the Touch Pad 1 again for 3-5 seconds to deactivate.
AUTOMATIC ICE AND WATER DISPENSER “O” position to turn it Off and press it to the “I” position to turn it On. With no usage it will take approximately 2 days to fill the ice container. The ice maker also has a built-in wire signal arm,which automatically stops ice production when the ice bin is full. This signal arm should not be used to manually stop the ice maker.
AUTOMATIC ICE AND WATER DISPENSER IMPOR TANT IMPORT CAUTION If the dispensing paddle is pushed for more than 4 minutes, the dispenser motor may overload and stop. The overload protector will reset automatically after 3 or 4 minutes. • If a large quantity of ice is needed at one time, it is best to remove cubes directly from the ice container.
AUTOMATIC ICE AND WATER DISPENSER PURESOURCE TM * ICE AND WATER FILTER (SOME MODELS) The dispenser system will also operate without filtration (with filter cartridge removed). System Startup: To change filter: Water supply does not need to be turned off, however, do not use ice and water dispenser while installing filter. The filter cartridge has already been installed in the filter housing at the factory. Refer to the How The Water Dispenser Works section to properly fill the system with water.
AUTOMATIC ICE AND WATER DISPENSER PURESOURCE2TM * ICE AND WATER FRONT FILTER (SOME MODELS) NOTE If you purchased a refrigerator with a PureSource2TM * Ice and Water front filter, please read the following use and care information. This ice and water filter system filters water to your ice maker and water dispenser. It is located in the upper right front corner of the fresh food compartment. filter before reinstalling the refrigerator.
AUTOMATIC ICE AND WATER DISPENSER PURESOURCE MB ICE AND WATER FRONT FILTER (SOME MODELS) filter before reinstalling the refrigerator. The dispenser system will also operate without filtration (with filter cartridge removed and bypass installed). NOTE To change filter: If you purchased a refrigerator with a PureSource MB Ice and Water front filter, please read the following use and care information. This ice and water filter system filters water to your ice maker and water dispenser.
FOOD STORAGE & ENERGY SAVING IDEAS FOOD STORAGE IDEAS ENERGY SAVING IDEAS Fresh Food Storage • • • The fresh food compartment should be kept between 34° F and 40° F with an optimum temperature of 37° F. Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves. This reduces the circulation of air around the food and results in uneven cooling. Fruits and Vegetables • Storage in the crisper drawers traps moisture to help preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods.
NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS & SIGHTS A. Evaporator UNDERSTANDING THE SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound. Your new high-efficiency refrigerator may make unfamiliar sounds. These are all normal sounds and soon will become familiar to you. They also indicate your refrigerator is operating as designed. Hard surfaces, such as vinyl or wood floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make sounds more noticeable.
CARE & CLEANING Keep your refrigerator and freezer clean to prevent odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean both sections at least twice a year. Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners or strong alkaline solutions on any surface. Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher. Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning. CAUTION • • • When moving the refrigerator, pull straight out.
CARE & CLEANING (CONTINUED) CAUTION Wear gloves when replacing light bulbs to avoid getting cut. REPLACING LIGHT BULBS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Unplug refrigerator. Wear gloves as protection against possible broken glass. Remove light cover, if necessary. Unscrew and replace old bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage. Replace light cover, if necessary. Remember to plug the refrigerator back in.
WARRANTY INFORMATION 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).
BEFORE YOU CALL 1-800-944-9044 (United States) Visit our web site at www.frigidaire.com. 1-800-265-8352 (Canada) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR Compressor does not run. • • Freezer control is set to "OF". Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. • • • Plug at wall outlet is disconnected. House fuse blown or tripped circuit breaker. Power outage. • Room or outside weather is hot. Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time. Automatic ice maker is operating.
BEFORE YOU CALL (CONTINUED) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM Freezer/Refrigerator temperature is too warm. • • • Doors are opened too frequently or too long. Door is slightly open. Warm air enters the refrigerator whenever the door is opened. Open the door less often. See PROBLEM section OPENING/CLOSING OF DOORS/DRAWERS. Clean condenser. See Care & Cleaning Chart in Care and Cleaning section. • • Condenser is dirty. • Freezer temperature is too warm.
BEFORE YOU CALL (CONTINUED) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER (CONTINUED) Ice maker is not making enough ice. • Ice maker is producing less ice than you expect. • • Freezer is not cold enough. • • Household water line valve is not completely open. Check to see if water dispenser is dispensing slower than normal. • Ice maker should produce approximately 4 – 5 pounds of ice every 24 hours. Extra Ice should produce up to 8 pounds of ice every 24 hours.
BEFORE YOU CALL PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION WATER DISPENSER Dispenser will not dispense water. • • • Household water line valve is not open. Freezer door is not closed. Ice & water filter cartridge is clogged. • Front filter not fully installed, if equipped • • • • Open household water line valve. See PROBLEM section ICE MAKER IS NOT MAKING ANY ICE. Ensure that freezer door is closed. Replace filter cartridge. • Push filter in until you hear a “click”. Filter should be flush with cabinet.
