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Introduction .......................................................2
Important Safety Information ....................3
Features ..............................................................7
Installation .........................................................9
Door Removal .................................................. 11
Door Handle Installation ............................. 16
Water Supply Connection .......................... 17
Controls And Settings ................................. 19
Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser ......... 26
Frigidaire.com USA 1-800-374-4432
REFRIGERATOR
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care
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Ice Maker .........................................................30
Storage Features .......................................... 32
Storing Food and Saving Energy ........... 38
Normal Operating Sounds ........................ 39
Filter Replacement ......................................40
Care & Cleaning ............................................ 43
Troubleshooting .......................................... 45
Limited Warranty .........................................50
A17856403 (February 2022)
Frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Door Handle Installation ......16 Care & Cleaning ..........43 Water Supply Connection ......17 Troubleshooting .......... 45 Controls And Settings ......... 19 Limited Warranty .........50 Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser ..26 A17856403 (February 2022) Frigidaire.com USA 1-800-374-4432 Frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352... -
Page 2: Introduction
Installation Checklist Welcome to our Doors Thank you for bringing Frigidaire into ˆ Handles are secure and tight your home! We see your purchase as the ˆ Door seals completely to cabinet on beginning of a long relationship together. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION CAUTION WARNING CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion. Please read all instructions before using Dispose of refrigerator properly this appliance. in accordance with the applicable federal or local regulations. Flammable refrigerant used. Safety Definitions CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion This is the safety alert symbol. - Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Child Safety Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the refrigerator is unpacked. Children should NEVER use these items to play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers, and can quickly cause suffocation.
- Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Electrical information IMPORTANT • The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 To turn off power to your refrigerator Hz., 15 Amp, AC only electrical outlet. you must unplug the power cord from The power cord of the appliance the electrical outlet.
- Page 6 Freezer Ice Maker Air Filter Dispenser Control Display (functions) Slide Under ½ width shelves IMPORTANT Accessories are available for your appliance and may be purchased at Frigidaire.com or by calling 1-800-374-4432 (Frigidaire.ca or 1-800-265-8352 in Canada) or from an authorized seller.
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Page 7: Features
Air Filter Ice & Water Dispenser Slide Under ¼ & ½ width shelves IMPORTANT Accessories are available for your appliance and may be purchased at Frigidaire.com or by calling 1-800-374-4432 (Frigidaire.ca or 1-800-265-8352 in Canada) or from an authorized seller. - Page 8 INSTALLATION Tools Necessary: (OR) Phillips Head ⅜" and ¼" Quadrex Head Socket ⅜" Fixed Adjustable Screwdriver Allen Wrench Wrench Wrench Wrench Components Provided: WARNING Top Hinge Top Hinge Cover Front Cover Rear Screw Screw This appliance is intended for use in residential household and similar interior applications such as: •...
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Page 9: Installation
INSTALLATION 3. Ensure both doors are bind-free with their seals touching the cabinet on all NOTE four sides and that cabinet is stable. 4. After unit is leveled, lower the anti- If your refrigerator is placed with the tip leg until it firmly contacts the door hinge side against a wall, you may floor. - Page 10 INSTALLATION Flipper Mullion Mullion Guide Adjust Flipper Mullion for proper connection with the mullion guide by ensuring the flipper mullion is folded and Flipper perpendicular to the fresh food door. If Mullion the mullion guide is not in the correct position, it could prevent the door from closing completely.
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Page 11: Door Removal
DOOR REMOVAL Getting through narrow spaces If your refrigerator will not fit through an entrance area, you can remove the doors. Check first by measuring the entrance. To prepare for removing the doors: Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet. 2. - Page 12 DOOR REMOVAL 3. Trace lightly around the door’s top 5. Pull the water tube out of the hinges with a pencil. This makes re- conduit from the top of the cabinet. installation easier. 4. Remove bulkhead cover at rear of unit to access water tubing.
- Page 13 DOOR REMOVAL To reinstall the refrigerator Remove hex screws from top hinge plate, then remove the top hinge. doors: Replace three bottom hinge screws and hinges on both sides of the cabinet. Ensure screws are tightly snug to hinges on both sides of the cabinet before re-installing doors 2.
- Page 14 DOOR REMOVAL To reset door pin: NOTE If doors are removed at less than a 40 degree angle, the pin returns to the home position. It can be reset by turning the Upon replacement, the tube needs to door upside down and using a 5/32” Allen be fully inserted up to the marking line.
- Page 15 DOOR REMOVAL Removing Freezer Drawer Replacing Freezer Drawer Extend the Freezer slides from the unit. CAUTION 2. Carefully align support pin with hooks on end of freezer slides and Drawer is heavy. Use caution when lifting. then lower freezer door onto slides. 3.
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Page 16: Door Handle Installation
DOOR HANDLE INSTALLATION CAUTION Wear gloves and safety goggles. Use extreme CAUTION when installing these handles. Door Handle Mounting Mounting Refrigerator Handles Instructions Remove handles from carton and any other protective packaging. Position refrigerator handle end caps over upper and lower pre- installed shoulder bolts (A) that are fastened into door, ensuring the holes for the set screws are... -
Page 17: Water Supply Connection
Depending on your local/state build- maker. If your home has a water ing codes, Frigidaire recommends for softening system, ensure the softener homes with existing valves its Smart is maintained and working properly. - Page 18 WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION 4. If you use copper tubing - Slide Steel brass compression nut, then Clamp ferrule (sleeve) onto water supply Brass line. Push water supply line into Compression water valve inlet as far as it will go (¼ inch/6.4 mm). Slide ferrule Ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and finger (Sleeve)
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Page 19: Controls And Settings
CONTROLS AND SETTINGS Internal Water Dispenser Control Display Mode Views Your display is equipped with a sleep and lock mode to prevent accidental changes to the unit settings during opening and closing of the doors. When both doors are closed, the display will be in sleep mode. When either door is first opened, the display will be in lock mode where all the current settings are visible but dimmed. - Page 20 CONTROLS AND SETTINGS Internal Water Dispenser Control Display Change Select Freezer or Refrigerator icon to Temperature change temperature. Select +/- buttons to set the temperature Freezer -6˚F/-21˚C – control range: +6˚F/-15˚C Refrigerator +34˚F/+1˚C – control range: +44˚F/+7˚C Clear Alerts Resets any alarms that are active and illuminated on the display (DOOR OPEN, HIGH TEMP, POWER OUTAGE).
- Page 21 CONTROLS AND SETTINGS Internal Water Dispenser Sabbath Mode Clear Alerts Door Open The Sabbath Mode is a feature that disables portions of the refrigerator If the freezer or refrigerator doors have and its controls in accordance with been left open for five minutes or more, observance of the weekly Sabbath and an alarm will sound and the door open religious holidays within the Orthodox...
- Page 22 CONTROLS AND SETTINGS External Water Dispenser Control Display Sleep Mode Display Sleep Mode As a default, the display will go to sleep after a short time. If any icon is pressed, the display will be awakened. After a short time, it will go back to sleep. When in sleep mode, wake up the display to confirm ice maker is On/Off.
- Page 23 CONTROLS AND SETTINGS External Water Dispenser Control Display Freeze Boost (on/off) Ice Maker Prior to grocery shopping, we Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn recommend you activate Freeze ice maker on/off. When indicator is Boost to lower the temperature and lit, ice maker is on.
- Page 24 CONTROLS AND SETTINGS External Water Dispenser Control Display Adjusting Temp Crush Illuminates when temperatures are Press the Crush key to select changed on the display and will crushed ice. An indicator light ill be remain illuminated until the desired illuminated above the active feature. temperatures are reached inside ˚F/˚C the refrigerator and freezer.
- Page 25 CONTROLS AND SETTINGS External Water Dispenser Control Display Clear Alerts Sabbath Mode Door Open The Sabbath Mode is a feature that disables portions of the refrigerator If the freezer or refrigerator doors are and its controls in accordance with left open for five minutes or more, an observance of the weekly Sabbath and alarm sounds and the door open indicator religious holidays within the Orthodox...
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Page 26: Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser
AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER External Dispenser - Refrigerator Ice Maker Priming the water supply system NOTE Using the dispenser after The water dispenser has a built-in de- installation vice that shuts off the water flow after Before making ice for the first time, be three minutes of continuous use. - Page 27 AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER External Dispenser - Refrigerator Ice Maker Turning the refrigerator ice Ice maker/dispenser tips maker on and off • If your refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the water Ice production is controlled by the ice supply is turned off, turn off the ice maker’s On/Off feature on the control maker as described in the previous...
- Page 28 AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER External Dispenser - Refrigerator Ice Maker Cleaning the ice maker CAUTION Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular intervals, especially prior to vacation or moving. NEVER use an ice pick or similar sharp instrument to break up the ice.
- Page 29 AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER Internal Water Dispenser (select models) Your refrigerator is equipped with an Before dispensing, please ensure internal water dispenser mounted inside Water Dispenser is enabled on the the cabinet, on the left hand fresh food display (LEDs above button are lit). door.
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Page 30: Ice Maker
ICE MAKER Freezer Ice Maker Freezer Ice Maker Ice Maker Operation & Care After the refrigerator is installed properly, the ice maker can produce ice within on off 24 hours. When using the ice maker for the first time, and in order for it to work properly, it is necessary to clear air from the water tubing and the filter. - Page 31 ICE MAKER Freezer Ice Maker Cleaning the ice maker bin Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular intervals, especially prior to vacation or moving. Turn off the ice maker. 2. Remove the ice bin. 3. Empty and carefully clean the ice bin with mild detergent.
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Page 32: Storage Features
STORAGE FEATURES Shelves Reposition the Air Seal For glass shelves: CAUTION Remove air seal by pushing seal straight back. To avoid personal injury or property 2. Position the air seal towards the damage, handle tempered glass shelves outside edge of the shelf to avoid the carefully. - Page 33 Removing Auto Humidity Control Membrane NOTE Frigidaire does not recommend replacing the auto-humidity membrane unless it becomes damaged or ruined. If the membrane becomes soiled, it can be washed with soap and water. Ensure...
- Page 34 STORAGE FEATURES To remove the Crisper Drawer with Pure Air Produce Keeper™ for cleaning: Pull the drawer out until it stops. 2. Lift the front slightly and remove the drawer. Removing Crisper Drawer CAUTION 2. Push the crisper straight once the Remove the produce keeper prior to bottom rollers clear the front deli washing the crisper drawer.
- Page 35 STORAGE FEATURES Adjustable Temp Drawer Ideal for storage of deli meats, cheese, Lock Control and beverages. The drawer automatically defaults to a locked state to prevent any unwanted use. To change the drawer’s settings, it first needs to be unlocked. To unlock, press and hold the UNLOCK icon for 3 seconds.
- Page 36 STORAGE FEATURES Doors Freezer Accessories Storage bins (varies by model) Your freezer has baskets and dividers that can be adjusted to your needs. The doors to your refrigerator Remove Upper Freezer Basket compartment use a system of modular storage bins. All of these bins are Open freezer drawer fully.
- Page 37 STORAGE FEATURES To Remove Lower Freezer Upper Freezer Basket Basket: Replacement Open Freezer drawer completely. Open freezer compartment completely. 2. Locate basket clips in the rear corners of the basket and pull them 2. Pull both upper slides out of the out to remove.
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Page 38: Storing Food And Saving Energy
STORING FOOD AND SAVING ENERGY Boost to freeze your food faster it Ideas for storing foods will remain active up to 24 hours. Refrigerator storage • Activating Freeze Boost will help your freezer more efficiently • Keep the refrigerator compartment maintain the selected temperature between 34°F and 40°F with an after placing new purchases with... -
Page 39: Normal Operating Sounds
NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS G. Compressor Modern, high- NOTE efficiency compressors run much faster than older models. The compressor may have a high- Energy efficient foam in your refrigera- pitched hum or pulsating sound. tor is not a sound insulator. H. -
Page 40: Filter Replacement
Counterfeits and knockoffs put cover and pull from the top towards your refrigerator and health at risk. front of the unit, releasing the top Frigidaire Genuine Filters are the snaps on the air filter cover from the air tower. smarter, safer choice. - Page 41 • Rated service flow - .50 gal/min. To order your replacement filters, please • Operating Temp.: Min. 33°F, Max. visit our online store at frigidaire.com, by 100°F calling toll-free at 1 (800) 372-4432, or by • Maximum Rated Pressure - 100 lbs/ visiting the dealer where you purchased in.²...
- Page 42 CAUTION To order your replacement filters, please DO NOT OPEN. Contents may irritate visit our online store at frigidaire.com, by eyes or skin. Keep out of reach of children. calling toll-free at 1 (800) 372-4432, or by FIRST AID: Contains potassium perman- visiting the dealer where you purchased ganate.
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Page 43: Care & Cleaning
CARE & CLEANING Protecting your investment Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains its appearance and prevents odor build-up. 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 44 CARE & CLEANING Vacation and moving tips Occasion Tips Short • Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of three weeks or less. Vacations • Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment. • Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket, even if you will only be gone a few days.
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Page 45: Troubleshooting
If you need us, visit our website, chat with an agent, or call us. We may be able to help you avoid a service visit. If you do need service, we can get that started for you! 1-800-265-8352 (Canada) 1-800-374-4432 (United States) Frigidaire.com Frigidaire.ca Concern Potential Cause... - Page 46 TROUBLESHOOTING Concern Potential Cause Common Solution Automatic Ice Maker (Cont’d) Ice maker is • Ice maker is producing • In a Standard Depth model, the not making less ice than you refrigerator ice maker should enough ice. expect. produce 3.0 to 3.4 pounds of ice per 24 hours.
- Page 47 TROUBLESHOOTING Concern Potential Cause Common Solution Automatic Ice Maker (Cont’d) Ice cubes • Ice cubes are not being • Remove ice container and discard are freezing used frequently enough ice. The ice maker will produce together. or interruption of power fresh supply.
- Page 48 TROUBLESHOOTING Concern Potential Cause Common Solution Water • The water dispensing • Add ice to cup or container before not cold system is not designed dispensing water. enough. to chill water. Water has • Water has not been • Draw and discard 10-12 glasses of an odd dispensed for an water to freshen the supply.
- Page 49 TROUBLESHOOTING Concern Potential Cause Common Solution Refrigerator • Your variable speed • It is normal for the compressor to seems to compressor is designed run continuously except during run too to run 100% of the defrost mode. much or too time except during the long.
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Page 50: Limited Warranty
Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. Canada 1.800.265.8352 1-800-374-4432 Electrolux Canada Corp. Frigidaire 5855 Terry Fox Way 10200 David Taylor Drive Mississauga, Ontario, Canada Charlotte, NC 28262 L5V 3E4... - Page 52 Our home is your home. Visit us if you need help with any of these things: owner support accessories service registration (See your registration card for more information.) Frigidaire.com 1-800-374-4432 Frigidaire.ca 1-800-265-8352...
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My freezer is full of frost. How can this be fixed. I have had this refrigerator for only 3 months
To fix frost buildup in your Frigidaire GRFS2853AF freezer:
1. Avoid overloading the freezer with warm food, as it slows freezing and raises the temperature.
2. Do not block air ports or place food in front of them to maintain proper air circulation.
3. Leave space between food packages for cold air to circulate freely.
4. Ensure the freezer door is closing properly and not left open.
5. Check if the freezer is in a well-ventilated, cool part of the room, away from heat sources.
These steps help maintain even cooling and prevent frost buildup.
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Display on refrigerator disappeared
The display on the Frigidaire GRFS2853AF refrigerator may disappear because the temperature system has detected a performance problem. The electronic control may require service, and error messages or number codes may flash on the digital display.
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How to turn ice make on and off
To turn the ice maker on or off for the Frigidaire GRFS2853AF:
1. Refrigerator Ice Maker: Press and hold the Ice Maker On/Off button on the display for 3 seconds.
2. Freezer Ice Maker: Use the toggle switch on the (-) side to turn it on or off.
Make sure the display is awake before using the controls. If the display is in sleep mode, press any icon to wake it up.
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SB mode turn off
To turn off Sabbath Mode (SB mode) on the Frigidaire GRFS2853AF, use the buttons on the control panel to manually deactivate it.
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Water dispenser is not coming straight down , it's more to the left . How do I redirect it
To redirect the water dispenser on a Frigidaire GRFS2853AF to come straight down, you can pull the water tube out of the hinges and reposition it. Ensure the tube is not kinked and comes out straight from the connection point. Use care when pulling and adjusting the tube to avoid damage.
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How can I get a liquid spill cleaned underneath the glass shelf and frame. Picture to follow
To clean a liquid spill underneath the glass shelf and frame of a Frigidaire GRFS2853AF refrigerator, follow these steps:
1. Remove all food from the shelf.
2. Lift the front edge of the shelf up and pull it out.
3. Clean the shelf using soap and water. Allow the glass to warm to room temperature before immersing it in warm water. You can also use a glass cleaner or mild liquid spray.
4. Wipe the frame with a soft cloth and soap and water.
5. Dry the shelf and frame completely before reinstalling.
6. Reinsert the shelf by inserting the mounting bracket hooks into the desired support slots, then lower and lock it into position.
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how to turn off freezer ice makermon Frigidaire model GRFS2853AF3
To turn off the ice maker on the Frigidaire GRFS2853AF, press and hold the ice maker button on the control panel for 3 seconds. When the indicator light is off, the ice maker is in the OFF state and will stop making ice. Ice dispensing can continue as long as there is ice in the bucket.
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How do I take the glasa shelf out to clean ut
To remove the glass shelf from a Frigidaire GRFS2853AF refrigerator for cleaning:
1. Remove all food from the shelf.
2. Handle with care, as tempered glass shelves can break if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature changes.
3. Allow the glass to stabilize to room temperature before cleaning.
4. Do not wash in a dishwasher.
5. Remove the air seal by pushing it straight back.
6. Lift and slide the shelf out carefully from its mounting brackets.
Be cautious while handling the glass to avoid injury or damage.
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Our refrigerator is one month old. We are unable to press the cube button to dispense ice cubes. It will allow us to press crushed iced and the water dispenser are both working. Please advise as to how this can be corrected.
To fix the ice cube dispenser on your Frigidaire GRFS2853AF refrigerator, follow these steps:
1. Turn off the ice maker.
2. Remove the ice bin: Lift it upward, then pull it straight out.
3. Check for jammed ice: If ice cubes have melted and refrozen together (e.g., after a power failure or infrequent use), they may be jamming the dispenser. Empty the bin if needed.
4. Clean the ice bin: Use mild detergent and rinse with clean water. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners.
5. Allow the ice bin to dry completely before placing it back into the freezer.
6. Reinstall the ice bin correctly: Ensure the auger aligns properly; otherwise, the dispenser may not work, and the refrigerator door may not close properly.
7. Turn the ice maker back on.
8. Check the ice chute: If an ice cube is jammed in the flapper when "Cube" or "Crush" is selected, remove the cube to reset the alarm and restore functionality.
If the problem persists, ensure the refrigerator is properly installed and leveled.
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