Energy Saving Ideas; Setting The Controls - Frigidaire FRS26WGHW0 User Manual

Energy Saving Ideas

Setting the Controls

Refrigerator midpoint
Freezer midpoint
• Install the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of direct sunlight
and away from heating ducts or registers. Do not place the refrigerator next
to heat-producing appliances such as a range, oven, or dishwasher. If this is
not possible, a section of cabinetry, or an added layer of insulation between
the two appliances will help the refrigerator operate more efficiently.
• Level refrigerator so doors close tightly.
• Refer to this Owner's Guide for the suggested refrigerator settings.
• Periodic cleaning of the condenser will help the refrigerator run more
efficiently. See "Outside" in the Care and Cleaning Section.
• Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents, which are located
in the refrigerator compartment at the top center of the rear wall. Doing so
causes the refrigerator to run longer and use more energy. Shelves should not
be lined with aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper toweling. Liners interfere with
cold air circulation, making the refrigerator less efficient, which could cause
food spoilage.
• Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator.
This cuts down on moisture build-up inside the unit.
• Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings. Remove as many items as
needed at one time, and close door as soon as possible.
Cool Down Period
To ensure safe food storage, allow refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for
at least 8 to 12 hours before loading with food.
Refrigerator Control
• The refrigerator control should be set at the midpoint of the dial for a trial period
of 24 hours.
• After 24 hours, adjust the control as needed. For colder temperatures, turn dial
a notch toward COLDEST. For warmer temperatures, turn dial a notch toward
COLD. Adjust temperatures by one increment at a time.
Freezer Control
• The freezer control should be set at the midpoint of the dial for a trial period of
24 hours.
• After 24 hours, adjust the control as needed. For colder temperatures, turn dial
a notch toward COLDEST. For warmer temperatures, turn dial a notch toward
COLD. Adjust temperatures by one increment at a time.
Note: When first setting the controls or when changing a setting, wait 24 hours
for the temperature to stabilize, before making additional changes.
Turning the freezer control may change temperatures in both compartments. For
example, if the freezer control is turned to a colder setting, the refrigerator control
may have to be adjusted to a warmer one. Turning the refrigerator control will
change only the refrigerator temperature.
IMPORTANT: If the freezer control is turned to OFF, cooling stops in both
compartments.
You may hear the "Frost Free" system working. A fan circulates air in the
refrigerator and freezer compartments. For good circulation and maintenance of
proper cooling temperatures, do not block cold air vents with food items. Water
draining into the defrost water pan and hissing sounds are normal during the
automatic "Frost Free" cycle.