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Solutions To Common Problems

PROBLEM

Bubbling or gurgling sound, 

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Refrigerant (used to cool 
refrigerator is circulating throughout 
the system.

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This is normal.

Vibrating or rattling noise.

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Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on 
the floor when it is moved slightly.

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Level the refrigerator. Refer to "

LEVELING

" in the 

"

FIRST STEPS

" section.

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Floor is uneven or weak.

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Ensure floor can adequately support refrigerator. 
Level the refrigerator by putting wood or metal shims 
under part of the refrigerator.

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Refrigerator is touching the wall.

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Re-level refrigerator or move refrigerator slightly. 
Refer to "

LEVELING

" in the "

FIRST STEPS

" section.

Moisture forms on inside 
refrigerator walls.

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Weather is hot and humid, which 
increases internal rate of frost build-
up.

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This is normal.

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Door is slightly open.

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See "

DOOR PROBLEMS

".

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Door is kept open too long or is 
opened too frequently.

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Open the door less often.

Odors in refrigerator.

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Interior needs to be cleaned.

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Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and baking 
soda. Replace air filter.

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Foods with strong odors are in the 
refrigerator.

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Cover the food tightly.

Door will not close.

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Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on 
the floor when it is moved slightly.

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This condition can force the cabinet out of square and 
misalign the door. Refer to "

LEVELING

" in the 

"

FIRST STEPS

" section.

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Floor is uneven or weak.

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Ensure floor can adequately support refrigerator. 
Level the refrigerator by putting wood or metal shims 
under part of the refrigerator.

Light bulb is not on.

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The fluorescent lamp or light bulb is 
burned out.

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Follow directions under "

INTERIOR LIGHTING

" or 

"

MID LEVEL LIGHTING

" in the "

REFRIGERATOR 

FEATURES

" section.

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No electric current is reaching the 
refrigerator.

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See "

REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT RUN

".

LIGHTING PROBLEMS

ODOR IN REFRIGERATOR

WATER / MOISTURE / FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR

CAUSE

CORRECTION

SOUND AND NOISE (Cont.)

DOOR PROBLEMS

Summary of Contents for E32AF75FPS - Icon - Refrigerator

Page 1: ...297122800 0608 Dishwasher Use Care Guide Refrigerator Guía de Uso y Cuidado Refrigerador Guide d utilisation et d entretien Réfrigérateur ...

Page 2: ..._________________________________________ Electrolux Model Number ________________________________________________ Electrolux Serial Number see picture for location QUESTIONS For toll free telephone support in the U S and Canada 1 877 4ELECTROLUX 1 877 435 3287 For online support and Internet product information www electroluxusa com 2006 Electrolux Home Products Inc Post Office Box 212378 Augusta...

Page 3: ... 10 Storage 11 Smooth Glide Deli Drawer 11 Spill Safe Slide out Glass Shelving 11 To Adjust the Shelves 11 Smooth Glide Crispers with Adjustable Dividers 12 Humidity Control 12 Adjustable Door Bins 12 To Move Door Bins 12 Full Width Gallon Bin 13 Tall Bottle Retainer Bin Snugger 13 Air Filter 14 To Replace Air Filter 14 Water Filter 14 PureSourceTM Water Filter 14 To Install Water Filter 15 To Rep...

Page 4: ...niture An empty discarded ice box refrigerator or freezer is a very dangerous attraction to children Remove or discard any spacers used to secure the shelves during shipping Small objects are a choke hazard to children Remove the door s of any appliance that is not in use even if it is being discarded Proper Disposal Of Refrigerators And Freezers RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT Child entrapment and suffo...

Page 5: ...damage is not covered under the warranty If you suspect your household voltage is high or low consult your power company for testing To prevent the refrigerator from being turned off accidentally do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock Do not pinch knot or bend t...

Page 6: ...th product features and terminology 1 8 9 10 11 2 12 13 14 15 16 3 4 5 6 7 1 WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE 9 AIR DIFFUSER 2 SPILL SAFE SLIDE OUT GLASS SHELVES 10 AIR FILTER 3 MID LEVEL LIGHTING BACK OF CRISPER 11 DAIRY DOOR 4 HUMIDITY CONTROL 12 ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS 5 SMOOTH GLIDE UPPER CRISPER 13 TALL BOTTLE RETAINER 6 ADJUSTABLE CRISPER DIVIDERS 14 FIXED GALLON DOOR BIN 7 SMOOTH GLIDE LOWER CRISPER 15 ...

Page 7: ...ntial for the proper operation of your refrigerator DOOR OPENING LEVELING The refrigerator must have all bottom corners resting firmly on a solid floor The floor must be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator It is VERY IMPORTANT for your refrigerator to be level in order to function properly If the refrigerator is not leveled during installation the door may be misaligned and not cl...

Page 8: ...m floor to bottom of door on first unit Adjust and level second unit so door height matches Leg Level Adjustments One full turn of all four leg levelers will raise door 5 32 One full turn of both front leg levelers will raise door 3 16 and tilt top of door back 7 16 One full turn of both rear leg levelers will lower door 1 32 and tilt top of door forward 7 16 One full turn of both side leg leveler...

Page 9: ...and securely tighten all screws to prevent hinge slippage SETTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROLS COOL DOWN PERIOD For safe food storage allow four 4 hours for refrigerator to cool down completely The refrigerator will run continuously for the first several hours ELECTRONICTEMPERATURE CONTROL The electronic temperature control is located inside the refrigerator Temperature is factory preset to provide sa...

Page 10: ...ack of the crispers The lights come on automatically when the door is opened To replace the light bulb turn the temperature control to OFF and unplug the electrical cord Remove the lens from the lamp housing by unsnapping it from the lamp housing using your fingers or a screwdriver Be careful not to break the locking tabs on the lamp housing Replace the old bulb with a bulb of the same type and wa...

Page 11: ...HELVING Multi position adjustable slide out glass shelves can be moved to any position for larger or smaller packages The shipping spacers that stabilize the shelves for shipping may be removed and discarded TO ADJUST THE SHELVES Lift front edge up Pull shelf out Replace the shelf by inserting the hooks at rear of the shelf into the wall bracket Lower the shelf into the desired slots and lock into...

Page 12: ...dity control allows you to adjust the humidity within the crisper This can extend the life of fresh vegetables that keep best in high humidity ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS This model is equipped with adjustable door bins that can be moved to suit individual needs TO MOVE DOOR BINS Lift the bin straight up Remove the bin Place the bin in desired position Lower the bin onto supports until locked in place NO...

Page 13: ...ners like milk gallons TALL BOTTLE RETAINER BIN SNUGGER The tall bottle retainer keeps all containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door To install hold the retainer or snugger at the top and slide it over the outside wall of the bin Tall Bottle Retainer left and Bin Snugger right ...

Page 14: ... position WATER FILTER PureSource2TM WATER FILTER The water filter is located on the upper left front corner of the refrigerator Water conditions vary throughout the world but changing the water filter every 6 9 months normally will ensure the highest possible water quality IMPOR IMPOR IMPOR IMPOR IMPORT T T T TANT NO ANT NO ANT NO ANT NO ANT NOTE TE TE TE TE The water filter system in this produc...

Page 15: ...with the front of the housing TO REPLACE WATER FILTER It is not necessary to turn the water supply off to change the filter Push the filter release button located to the right of the filter cartridge to release the filter from the housing To minimize the possibility of the filter falling out of the housing during removal it would be best to hold the filter as it moves out toward you NOTE A small a...

Page 16: ...tem NGFC 2000 with the PureSource2TM cartridge FC 100 is tested and certified by NSF International the nationally recognized and respected not for profit certification organization for public health safety The PureSource2TM Filter System is tested and certified to ANSI NSF Standards 42 and 53 See performance data sheets for specifications This system should not be used on water that is microbiolog...

Page 17: ...rom 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 the refrigerator so that the door closes tightly Refer to the SETTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL section for ...

Page 18: ...baskets and shelves by taping them securely in place to prevent damage In the moving vehicle secure refrigerator in an upright position to prevent movement Also protect outside of refrigerator with a blanket or similar item CARE CLEANING Keep your refrigerator clean to prevent odor build up Wipe up any spills immediately and clean at least twice a year Never use metallic scouring pads brushes abra...

Page 19: ...to clean stainless steel Clean stainless steel front and handles with non abrasive soapy water and a dishcloth Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth Wipe stubborn spots with an ammonia soaked paper towel and rinse Use a non abrasive stainless steel cleaner These cleaners can be purchased at most home improvement or major department stores Always follow manufacturer s instruction NOTE Always clea...

Page 20: ...ounded power supply of sufficient voltage replacement of blown fuses repair of loose connections or defects in house wiring 4 Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory 5 Damages to finish after installation 6 Replacement of light bulbs and or fluorescent tubes o...

Page 21: ... Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Interior refrigerator temperature is too warm Temperature control is set too warm Turn control knob to a colder setting Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Door is opened too frequently or kept open too long Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more Open the door less often Refrigerator door may be slightly open ...

Page 22: ...too long or is opened too frequently Open the door less often Odors in refrigerator Interior needs to be cleaned Clean interior with sponge warm water and baking soda Replace air filter Foods with strong odors are in the refrigerator Cover the food tightly Door will not close Refrigerator is not level It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly This condition can force the cabinet out of squar...

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