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Frigidaire 242134903 Use & Care Manual

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Important Safety Instructions .................................2
Features at a Glance ..............................................4
Installation ...........................................................5
Door Removal Instructions .....................................9
Installing Door Handles ........................................11
Controls ..............................................................15
Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser .........................16
Automatic Ice Maker - Freezer ..............................20
www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044
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Refrigerator
TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S
www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352
Care
Storage Features .................................................21
Storing Food and Saving Energy ...........................25
Normal Operating Sounds and Sights ....................26
Changing the Filter ..............................................27
Care and Cleaning ...............................................30
Before you Call ....................................................33
Major Appliance Warranty ....................................35

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Installing Door Handles ........11 Care and Cleaning ..........30 Connecting Water Supply ........13 Before you Call ............33 Controls ..............15 Major Appliance Warranty ........35 Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser ......16 Automatic Ice Maker - Freezer ......20 www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Installation Checklist WARNING Doors Please read all instructions before using this refrigerator.  Handles are secure and tight  Door seals completely to cabinet on all sides For your Safety  Freezer drawer is level across the top • DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

  • Page 3: Child Safety

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Child Safety Fault Interrupter (GFI) circuit. Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug. Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any • If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced exterior wrapping material immediately after the by an authorized service technician to prevent any refrigerator is unpacked.

  • Page 4: Features At A Glance

    SpillSafe ® Shelves Flipper Mullion SpillSafe ® Shelves Crisper Drawer Crisper Drawer Store-More *Door Bin Drawer Adjustable Hinges *Ice Maker Freezer Baskets Toe Grille IMPORTANT Features not purchased with your refrigerator can be purchased at www.frigidaire.com or by calling 1-800-944-9044.

  • Page 5: Installation

    INSTALLATION Required Tools You will need the following tools: Installation This Use & Care Guide provides general installation and operating instructions for your model. We recommend • Allow the following clearances for ease of using a service or kitchen contracting professional to installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing install your refrigerator.

  • Page 6: Leveling Freezer Drawer

    INSTALLATION Leveling Freezer Drawer Most of these conditions can be met by raising or (if necessary) lowering the adjustable front rollers. To level the freezer drawer: To level the cabinet using the front rollers: 1 Check gasket seal around top, bottom, and sides of 1 Slightly open freezer drawer.
  • Page 7 INSTALLATION To adjust the door stop: 5 Re-tighten screw. Door stop is adjustable between 85 to 145 degrees.  NOTE View shown is looking up at the bottom of the refrigerator door. Re-tighten Screw 6 Ensure door stops in desired location before resuming normal use.
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION 4 Lift the door while adjusting the washer. To raise To adjust the flipper mullion: the door, rotate washer clockwise (when viewed 1 Loosen the screw located on the flipper mullion from the bottom). To lower door, rotate washer hinge. counter-clockwise (when viewed from the bottom). Adjusting Flipper Mullion Screw Raising/Lowering Door 2 Adjust flipper mullion height. For proper...

  • Page 9: Door Removal Instructions

    DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS Getting through narrow spaces To remove the refrigerator doors: 1 Trace lightly around the door’s top hinges with a If your refrigerator will not fit through an entrance area, pencil. This makes reinstallation easier. you can remove the doors. Check first by measuring the entrance. To prepare for removing the doors: 1 Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet.
  • Page 10 DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS Installing Freezer Drawer  NOTE 1 With lower slides pulled out, hang drawer onto slide brackets ensuring pins on each side are fully You will be pulling approximately five (5) feet of water inserted into slots on each side. tube from the back of the refrigerator. 4 Unscrew the three (3) lower hinge screws and hinge if necessary.

  • Page 11: Installing Door Handles

    INSTALLING DOOR HANDLES Door Handle Mounting Instructions for Frigidaire Gallery ® 1 Remove handles from carton and any other protective packaging. 2 Position fresh food handle end over upper and lower pre-installed shoulder bolts (A) that are fastened into door, ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing towards the opposite door.
  • Page 12 INSTALLING DOOR HANDLES Door Handle Mounting Instructions for Frigidaire Professional ® 1 Remove handles from carton and any other protective packaging. 2 Position fresh food handle end over upper and lower pre-installed shoulder bolts (A) that are fastened into door, ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing towards the opposite door.

  • Page 13: Connecting The Water Supply

    To Avoid Property Damage: materials prior to installing your new refrigerator. • Copper or Stainless Steel braided tubing is Depending on your local/state building codes, Frigidaire recommended for the water supply line. Water recommends for homes with existing valves its Smart supply tubing made of ¼...

  • Page 14: Connecting Water Supply

    CONNECTING THE WATER SUPPLY To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve Steel 1. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source. Clamp Plastic Water Tubing 2. Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket. to Ice Maker Turn ON water supply and flush supply line until Brass Fill Tube...

  • Page 15: Controls

    CONTROLS ice off Press and hold for three (3) seconds to reset after filter change. (Fresh Food turn the ice maker “ON” or “OFF”. The air filter Touch to display filter status. Press and Ice Maker) ice maker is turned off when the LED hold for three (3) seconds to reset after above the “Ice Off”...

  • Page 16: Sabbath Mode

    CONTROLS Sabbath Mode Setting cooling temperatures 1 Down (∨) and Up (∧) indicators are located beside The Sabbath Mode is a feature that disables portions the displayed temperatures. of the refrigerator and its controls in accordance with observance of the weekly Sabbath and religious holidays 2 Press the ∨...

  • Page 17: User Interface

    CONTROLS LCD Controls (select models) options User Interface power on-off Press and hold for three (3) seconds to turn off the cooling system to Your refrigerator is equipped with a user interface display. clean the refrigerator. It also turns It is only necessary to touch the panel. There is no need off all dispenser functions.

  • Page 18: Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser

    AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER Priming the water supply system Turning the fresh food ice maker on and CAUTION Ice production is controlled by the ice maker’s On/Off icon on the control panel. Press and hold the “Ice Off” For proper dispenser operation, recommended water icon for three (3) seconds to turn the ice maker “ON”...

  • Page 19: Cleaning The Ice Maker

    AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER (CONTINUED) Remove and empty the ice bin if: Ice maker/dispenser tips • An extended power failure (one hour or longer) • If your refrigerator is not connected to a water causes ice cubes in the ice bin to melt and freeze supply or the water supply is turned off, turn off together, jamming the dispenser mechanism.

  • Page 20: Automatic Ice Maker - Freezer

    AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER - FREEZER Operation & Care of the Freezer • The following sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating: Ice Maker (select models) - Motor running After the refrigerator is installed properly, the ice maker - Ice dropping into ice bin can produce ice within 24 hours. It can completely fill the - Water valve opening or closing ice bin in about three (3) days.

  • Page 21: Storage Features

    STORAGE FEATURES Crispers CAUTION Crisper drawers are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. To avoid injury from breakage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully.  NOTE Features may vary according to model. Your refrigerator includes SpillSafe glass shelves that are designed to catch and hold accidental spills.

  • Page 22: Deli Drawer

    STORAGE FEATURES Deli drawer 6 Place bin liner into bin. Ideal for storage of deli meats and cheese. Accessories (varies by model) Removable Can Dispenser The can dispenser holds six 12 ounce cans. Insert cans into top of bin and dispense from the bottom. Doors Storage bins The doors to your fresh food compartment use a system...

  • Page 23: Freezer Features

    STORAGE FEATURES Freezer Features To Remove Lower Basket (varies by model) 1 Remove all items from basket. 2 Remove the basket by tilting it forward and lifting it from the retainer clips. Two Freezer Baskets To Remove Upper Basket 1 Remove all items from basket. 2 Remove basket by pulling baskets out to their full Removing Lower Basket extension and lift out.
  • Page 24 STORAGE FEATURES To reposition the pivoting divider (some models), lift up and slide to desired location. The pivoting divider is not designed to be removed . Lower Basket Spill Guard Pivoting Divider Tray Lower Basket Pivoting Divider (some models)  NOTE Spill Guard Tray should be hand washed in warm water.

  • Page 25: Storing Food And Saving Energy

    STORING FOOD AND SAVING ENERGY Ideas for storing foods • Avoid adding too much warm food to the freezer at one time. This overloads the freezer, slows the rate Fresh food storage of freezing, and can raise the temperature of frozen foods. • Keep the fresh food compartment between 34° F and 40° F with an optimum temperature of 37° F. • Leave a space between packages, so cold air can circulate freely, allowing food to freeze as quickly • Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves, which...

  • Page 26: Normal Operating Sounds And Sights

    NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS AND SIGHTS Understanding the sounds you  NOTE may hear Energy efficient foam in your refrigerator is not a sound Your new, high-efficiency refrigerator may introduce insulator. unfamiliar sounds. These sounds normally indicate your refrigerator is operating correctly. Some surfaces  NOTE on floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make these sounds more noticeable. During automatic defrost cycle, a red glow in the back The following is a list of major components in your wall vents of your freezer compartment is normal.

  • Page 27: Changing The Filter

    Ordering Replacement Filters 4 Unpackage the new filter cartridge. Using the To order your replacement filters, please visit our online alignment guide, slide it gently into the filter housing store at www.frigidaire.com/store, by calling toll-free until it stops against the snap-in connector at the at 877-808-4195, or by visiting the dealer where you back of the housing. purchased your refrigerator. Frigidaire recommends...

  • Page 28: More About Your Advanced Water Filter

    1 Turn Off the ice maker power switch. To order your replacement filters, please visit our online 2 Remove the filter by pushing on the end/face of the store at www.frigidaire.com/store, by calling toll-free filter. at 877-808-4195, or by visiting the dealer where you purchased your refrigerator. Frigidaire recommends that you 3 Slide the old water filter cartridge straight out of the order extra filters when you first install your refrigerator, and housing and discard it. that you replace your filters at least once every six months. 4 Unpackage the new filter cartridge. Using the...

  • Page 29: Air Filter

    CHANGING THE FILTER Air filter Ordering replacement filters (select models) The air filter is located under the utility bin. Order new filters by calling 877-808-4195, online at www.frigidaire.com/store, or through the dealer Replacing your PureAdvantage air filter where you bought your refrigerator. You may want to consider ordering extra filters when you first install your To ensure optimal filtering of refrigerator odors, you refrigerator. should change the air filter every six (6) months (the filter status light on the Touch Panel prompts you to replace the filter after six (6) months). Air Filter Replacement cartridge, part #PAULTRA 1 Open the air filter door.

  • Page 30: Care And Cleaning

    CARE & CLEANING Protecting your investment Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains its appearance and prevents odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartments at least twice a year.  NOTE Do not use abrasive cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior doors, gaskets, or cabinet liners.

  • Page 31: Ice Chute Extension

    CARE & CLEANING Care and cleaning tips Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions Interior & • Soap and water • Use two (2) tablespoons of baking soda in one (1) quart of warm water. Door Liners • Baking soda and • Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning water around controls, light bulb or any electrical part.
  • Page 32 To replace light bulbs: (select models) 1 Unplug your refrigerator’s power cord. The fresh food compartments of your refrigerator may have LED lights. Always use Frigidaire parts for replacement. 2 Wear protective gloves. To replace LED Lights: 3 Remove light cover, if necessary.

  • Page 33: Before You Call

    BEFORE YOU CALL 1-800-944-9044 (United States) Visit our web site at 1-800-265-8352 (Canada) www.frigidaire.com. CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER Ice maker is not making • Ice maker is turned off. • Turn on ice maker. For the fresh food ice maker, press and hold the any ice.
  • Page 34 DIGITAL TEMPERATURE DISPLAY Digital temperature • Electronic control system has de- • Call your Frigidaire service representative, who can interpret any displays are flashing. tected a performance problem. messages or number codes flashing on the digital displays. WATER/MOISTURE/FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR Moisture collects on inside • Weather is hot and humid.

  • Page 35: Major Appliance Warranty

    MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY 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.

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