Use & Care Manual Side by Side Refrigerator With Electronic Controls Español READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Welcome Safety Instructions Installation -- Ice Maker To Water Supply Door Removal Instructions Features at a Glance Temperature Controls Looking Inside Automatic Ice and Water...
Purchase Date: Please complete and mail in the Product Registration Card included with your refrigerator. Welcome & Congratulations or visit our web site at www.frigidaire.com Extend Your Warranty Protection Extended Service Contract To Enjoy These Benefits: • Total freedom from repair bills so unexpected repairs won’t upset your...
Children should NEVER use these items to play with. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers, and can quickly cause suffocation. These Guidelines Must Be Followed To Ensure That Safety Mechanisms In This Refrigerator Will Operate Properly. ELECTRICAL INFORMATION •...
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LEVELING All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a solid floor. Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable front rollers to help level your unit. To ensure proper door seal and assist door closing, the refrigerator should be tilted 1/4”...
A water supply line made of ¼ inch (6.4 mm) OD, copper tubing. To determine the length of copper tubing needed, you will need to measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water pipe.
2. Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil. This will make it easier to realign doors when they are replaced. 3. Remove top hinge and lift refrigerator door off bottom hinge pin. Set door aside. 4. Remove bottom hinge, if necessary.
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.
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. Choosing Fahrenheit or Centigrade...
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Air Filter Indicator & Status Lights Your refrigerator’s fresh food air filter needs to be replaced from time to time. You can monitor the need for replacement by referring to the status light while the air filter is “ON”. To turn on the air filter, press the “Air Filter”...
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IMPOR IMPOR IMPOR IMPOR IMPORT T T T T ANT The On/Off button only controls your refrigerator’s cooling system. Power to lights and other electrical components continue unless you unplug the power cord. Controls & Settings Cooling System On/Off Button...
Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change. CANTILEVER SHELF ADJUSTMENT 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.
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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.
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Looking Inside - CRISPERS (SOME MODELS) The crispers, located under the bottom refrigerator shelf, are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. Wash items in clear water and remove excess water before placing them in the crispers. Items with strong odors or high moisture content should be wrapped before storing.
Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Features may vary according to model. EXTREME To freeze food at a faster rate to preserve freshness, push the Touch Pad FREEZE activate this feature. A green light will appear above the Touch Pad. Push the Touch Pad for 3-5 seconds to deactivate.
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Water pressure must not exceed 100 lbs. Excessive pressure may cause water filter to malfunction. After the refrigerator is connected to the water supply, fill the water tank by drawing one glass of water. It may take about 1½ minutes after activating the dispenser paddle before water begins to fill this first glass. Continue flushing the system for 3 minutes to rid the tank and plumbing connections of any impurities.
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Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser • If a large quantity of ice is needed at one time, it is best to remove cubes directly from the ice container. • The following sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating: •...
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Status light will turn red after 400 gallons of water has flowed through the ice and water dispenser (some models). Also, if the filter has been in a refrigerator that has not been in use for awhile (during moving for example), change the filter before reinstalling the refrigerator.
Status light will turn red after approximately 400 gallons of water has flowed through the ice and water dispenser. Also, if the filter has been in a refrigerator that has not been in use for awhile (during moving for example), change the filter before reinstalling the refrigerator.
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.
IMPORTANT: Your ice maker is turned On at the factory so it can work as soon as you install your refrigerator. To ensure proper function of your ice maker, connect a water supply immediately or turn the On/Off switch to the Off (“O”) position.
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 any type of 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.
Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface. IMPORTANT: If the refrigerator is going to be stored or moved in freezing temperatures, the water in the ice and water system must be drained completely. Failure to do so could result in water leaks when the refrigerator is put back into service.
Electrolux Major Appliances North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. P.O. Box 212378 Augusta, GA 30917 Warranty Information Your refrigerator is protected by this warranty THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, WE WILL: THE CONSUMER WILL E RESPONSIBLE FOR: Costs of service calls that are listed under NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER.*...
Check house lights. Call local Electric Company. • It’s normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these conditions. • It takes 8-12 hours for the refrigerator to cool down completely. • Ice maker operation causes refrigerator to run slightly more.
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Check to see if the water dispenser is dispensing water. Before You Call (continued) CAUSE • Warm air enters the refrigerator whenever the door is opened. Open the door less often. • See PROBLEM section OPENING/CLOSING OF DOORS/DRAWERS . •...
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• Ice has bad odor and taste. Ice has picked up odor or flavor from strong food stored in refrigerator or freezer. • Water running to ice maker has poor taste or odor. • Ice not used frequently enough.
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Clean drawer, rollers, and track. See Care & Cleaning Chart section. • See Replacing Light Bulbs in Care and Cleaning section. • Light switch is located on side of refrigerator and freezer liners. • See PROBLEM section RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR. CORRECTION...
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• 5 beeps A door has been left open for 5 minutes or more. • 3 beeps The refrigerator has experienced a loss of power or a low voltage condition. Before You Call (continued) • These beeps will repeat once every minute until the door has been closed.
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