Electrolux EW26SS65GS4 Installation Instructions

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1 Prepare Theinstallation Site
Your refrigeratoris designedto be part of a built-inkitchencabinetsystem. Be
sureto coordinatesite preparation and installationwithyourkitchen contractor.
include these minimumguidelinesin yoursite preparation:
• Choosea place neara groundedelectricaloutlet.
• Do not use an extensioncordor an adapter plug.
• Avoiddirect sunlightand closeproximityto a range,dishwasheror other
heatsource.
• Floor shouldbe leveland able to supporta fully loaded refrigerator.
• The refrigerator'sice & Water Dispenserrequireswater supplyaccess.
• Plan for easy accessto countertops whenremovingfood.
• Forcompleteaccessto drawersand freezerbaskets,doors must be able
to fully open.
Allow the following clearancesfor ease of installation,proper air circulation,and
plumbingand electricalconnections:
Sides& Top:3/8 inch Rear 1 inch
2 TransportUnpackagedRefrigeratorToSite
By now, you have already removedyour refrigerator'sshipping carton.You may sill
needto use a handtruck to move itthrough closespacesor entrances,if the
refrigeratoris larger than an entrance,considertwo options:
• Removethe entrance doorif oneexists.
• Removethe refrigeratordoors(see how in your Use& Care Guide).
When usinga handtruck:
• Loadrefrigeratorfrom side of cabinetonly.
• Do not run retainingstraps over handles.
• Do not over-tightenretainingstraps.
• Neveruse refrigeratorhandlesto movethe refrigerator.
• Removetapefrom doorsonly after unit is in place.
3 ConnectWaterSupply
What you will need:
• Accessto a cold water line
with pressure of
30-100psi.
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• Coppertubing with ¼-inch
(6.4ram)OD. Lengthfor
this tubing is the distance
from the rearof the refrigeratorto your household
water supply line plus 7 feet (2.1 meters).
• A shut-offvalvefor the connectionbetweenyourhousehold
water line andthe refrigeratorsupply line.
Do not use a self-piercingshut-offvalve.
• A compressionnut and ferrule(sleeve)for thewater supply
connectionat the rearof yourrefrigerator.
To connectthe water supplyto the rear of your refrigerator:
1 Ensurethat the refrigeratoris not pluggedin.
2 Flushthe supplyline until water is clear by placingthe end of the
coppertube in a sinkor bucketand openingthe shut-offvalve.
3 Removethe plasticcap from the water valveinlet at the rear d
your refrigerator.Discardthe cap.
4 Slidethe brass compressionnut, thenthe ferrule (sleeve)onto
coppertube.
5 Pushthe coppertube into water valveinlet as far as it will go
(1/4 inch).
6 Slidethe ferrule (sleeve)into valve andfinger-tightenthe
compressionnut ontovalve. Tightenanotherhalf turn with a
wrench. Donot over-tighten.
7 Securethe coppertube to your refrigerator'srearpanel with a
steel clamp andscrew (seeillustration).
8 Coilthe excesscoppertubing (about2V_ turns) behind your
refrigeratoras shown. Arrangecoiled tubing to avoid vibrationor
wear againstother surfaces.
g Openwater supply shut-offvalveand tighten any connections
that leak.
4 PlaceIn PermanentPosition
- Copper water line
trem household water supply
(Include enough tubing i_ loop to allow
if possible,use a handtruck to positionthe refrigeratordirectly infront of
its cabinetenclosure.
Becareful not to move the refrigeratorbeyond its water supply (copper
tubing) connections.
Plug inthe powercord, and push the refrigeratorstraightback into
place.
5 Level Refrigerator& Adjust Doors (ifnecessary)
Guidelines f or final positioningof your refrigerator:
• Allfourcomers oftbe cabinet must rest firmly on tbefloor.
• The cabinet s houldbelevelatthetent andrear.
• The sidesshould tiltY_-inch ( 6 ram)frorn frontto back(to ............
ensurethatdoorscloseandsealproperly).
• Doors shouldalign witheachotherandbelevel.
All oftheseconditions can bemet by raisingor loweringthe adjustablefront rollers.
To level the cabinet using the front rollers:
1 Open both doors and remove the toe grille by gently pulling forward
(see illustration f).
2 Close the doors and use a flat-blade screwdriver or 3/8 inch socket
wrench to raise or lower the front rollers. (See illustration 2.)
3 Ensure both doors are bind-free with their seals touching the cabinet
on all four sides.
To level the doors using the lower hinge:
1 If the refrigerator door is lower than the freezer door, raise the
refrigerator door by turning the adjustment screw clockwise. (See
illustration 3.)
2 If the freezer door is lower than the refrigerator door, raise the
freezer door by turning the adjustment screw clockwise. (See
illustration 3.)
3 Ensure doorstopflangeistouching hingeflange.Ifnot,readjust asnecessary.
(Seeillustration 4 .)
4 Replace thetoegdllebyfittingitinto place.
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RemoveInternalShipping Materials
Electroluxusespacking foamand tape to secure the internalparts of your refrigeratorfor shipping. Oncethe
refrigeratoris in position,you can removethis material.
I FOAM BLOCK --SHELF SPACER WITH TOE GRILL
- _'_ / i 1 PIECE OF TAPE
1 PIECE OF TAPE-
3 PIECES OF TAPE-
3 PIECES OF TAPE-
2 PIECES OF TAPE_
5 PIECES OF TAPE-
2 PIECES OF TAPE-
4 PIECES OF TAPE-
2 PIECES OF TAPE _
-- 1 PIECE OF TAPE
-- 4 PIECES OF TAPE
-- 4 PIECES OF TAPE
-- I BOX OF DOOR BINS
AND DAIRY COMPARTMENT
-- 4 PIECES OF TAPE
-- 1 BOX OF DOOR HANDLES
AND 2 PIECES OF TAPE
-- 12 PIECES OF TAPE
-- 7 PIECES OF TAPE
-- 2 FOAM BLOCKS
6 PIECES OF TAPE
Location of these materials may vary dependingon your model.
7 Problems?Try TheseSuggestions
Operationproblemsare possibleif any of the installationtasks are not completed.Here is a list of things to check
for:
• Is the refrigerator'spower cordplugged in?
• Is the refrigeratorconnectedto the householdwater supply?
• If you had to removethe refrigeratorand freezerdoors,did you reattach water and powerconnectorsat the
door hinges?(Seethe Use & Care Guidefor detailedinstructionson removingand replacingdoors.)
• Is the ice maker powerswitchturned On?
Otherpossibilitiesto check:
• Is the power to the receptacleturned on?
• _sthe_aterfi_terab_vethefreshf__dc_mpartmentfu__yseated(seeuse&CareGuidef_rdetai_s)?
if you still have operationproblemsafter checkingthese suggestions,pleasesee the "SolutionsTo Common
Problems"sectionin your Use& Care Guide.
What's Next?
Congratulations. Y ou are readyto begin enjoyingyour new Electroluxrefrigerator.
• To becomeaware of importantsafety instructionsand learnhow to operateyour refrigerator,pleaseread the
entire Use& Care Guide.
• Youmay want to start with the "NormalOperatingSights& Sounds"section of the Guideto learnmore about
whatto expectdaringtypical operation.
• Pleaseregisteryour product. Youcan registeronline at www.electroluxusa.com or you can simplysend in tbe
RegistrationCard.
And thank you for choosing Electrolux.
9 [] Installation Checkoff List
Doors Ice Maker
[] Handlesare secureand tight
[] Door sealscompletelyto cabinet on all sides
[] Freezerdoor is levelacrossthe top
Leveling
[] Refrigerator i slevel,sideto sideandtilted1/4"(6ram)
front to back
[]_Toe grille is properlyattachedto refrigerator
Cabinetis settingsolidon all corners
Electrical Power
[]_ Housepower turned on
Refrigeratorplugged in
[] House water supply connectedto refrigerator
[] No water leaks present at all connections -
recheckin 24 hours
[] ice Makeris turned ON.
[] ice & WaterDispenseroperates correctly
[] Frontfilter must beflushwithfilter housing(some
models)
Final Checks
[] Shipping materialremoved
[] Fresh Food and Freezertemperaturesset
[] CrisperHumiditycontrolsset
[] RegistrationCard sent in
Not satisfied with the installationof your refrigerator? D Pleasecontact t he storeyoupurchased it from. P/N: