Electrolux WRS23MF5ASF Use & Care Manual Download Page 1

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Page 1: ...Features at a Glance 7 Temperature Controls 8 Looking inside 9 11 Automatic Mceand Water Dispenser 12 o16 Food Storage Energy Saving Tips 17 NormaU Operating Sounds 18 Care Cleaning 19 20 Warranty 21 _ Before You Call SoButions to CommonProblem 22 o 25 READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS p 24o389312 o8o4 ...

Page 2: ...ust be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Please record your model and seriaJ numbers beJow for future reference This information is found on the serial plate located inside the refrigerator compartment NOTE Use only soar and water to clean serial plate Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Questions 1 800 944 9044 United States 1 866 213 9397 Canada or visit our ...

Page 3: ...e ptugged into its own dedicated 115VoJt 60 Hz AC onty electric outJet The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock hazards it must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle The receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances Consult a qualified electrician Do not use ...

Page 4: ...he refrigerator should be in a position where both the refrigerator and freezer doors can be fully opened TOE GRILLE INSTALLATmON REMOVAL To Remove Toe Grille 1 Open freezer and fresh food compartment doors 2 Working from left side of toe grille slip your fingers between top of toe grille and cabinet Gently pull forward until first set of tabs are free Slide your hand down past the free tabs and p...

Page 5: ...off valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system DO NOT use a self piercing type shutoff valve A compression nut and ferrule sleeve for connecting the water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Va ve to Ice Maker 1 Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source _ Fil Tube Ciarnp 2 Place end of water supply line into s...

Page 6: ...se this procedure to reinstall refrigerator door To Remove Freezer Door 1 Disconnect water line coming from lower hinge of freezer door at connection located under front of freezer Press outer ring against face of fitting then puii to remove tube 2 Remove top hinge cover screw on freezer door and remove cover 3 Disconnect wiring harness connector plug at top hinge place your thumbs on flat sides o...

Page 7: ...e Basket Door Bin Large Basket Door Bin Freezer and Refrigerator SpiHSafe o Controls Shelf ice Cream Water Fimter Dairy Door Door Bin Wine Rack Meat Keeper and Cover SpiHSafe _ Fixed Shelf Bin Egg Tray Speciam totem Rack er Crisper Pan and Cover Fixed Door Bin Toe Grille Features may vary according to model ...

Page 8: ...ood circulation do not bUockcoUdair vents with food items Fadory Setting Factory Setting CoUd Freezer o ot Fresh Food Refrigerator Freezer Controls TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT GUIDE If Fresh Food Compartment Is Too Warm Turn Fresh Food Control Slightly Towards Colder if Fresh Food Compartment is Too Cold Turn Fresh Food Control Slightly Towards Cold if Freezer Compartment is Too Warm Turn Freezer Contr...

Page 9: ...hange 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 To adjust cantilever shelves O Lift front edge up O 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 ...

Page 10: ...The dairy compartment which s warmer than the general food storage section s intended for short term storage of cheese spreads or butter Fixed Door Bin ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS Some models have adjustable door bins that can be moved to suit individual needs To move door bins 1 Lift bin straight up 2 Remove bin 3 Place bin in desired position 4 Lower bin onto supports until locked in place ii i Jii Adj...

Page 11: ...DELS Some models are equipped with a Deli Drawer for storage of luncheon meats spreads cheeses and other deli items MEAT KEEPER SOME MODELS Some models are equipped with a Meat Keeper Meat Keeper temperatures can be adjusted by sliding the Meat Keeper Temperature Control in either direction Use this pan for short term storage of bulk meat items If meats are to be kept longer than one or two days t...

Page 12: ...lb of the same wattage The FILTER STATUS indicator light above the Touch Pad _will light up each time the dispenser is used The following filter light indications are Green The filter is still operating within its specified life cycle Amber The filter has reached approximately 80 of its useful life This is the recommended time to purchase a replacement filter Red The filter is 100 used up Change t...

Page 13: ...ce To begin ice production lower the wire signal arm to the down or ON position With no usage it will take approximately 2 days to fill the ice container The ice maker turns off automatically when the ice container becomes full To Signal Arm stop the ice maker lift the wire signal arm until it clicks and locks in the up or OFF position The ice maker produces 4 to 6 pounds of ice every 24 hours dep...

Page 14: ...that supports the ice container 4 Replace the ice container Lower the wire signal arm on the ice maker to the down or ON position and the ice maker will resume V PORTANT When removing or replacing the ice bin do not rotate the auger in the ice bin If the auger is accidentally turned you must realign the auger bytuming it in 90 turns until the ice bin fits into place with the drive mechanism Remove...

Page 15: ...ith filter cartridge removed To change filter It is not necessary to turn the water supply off to change the filter 1 Open freezer door and leave open until filter change is complete 2 Set ice maker wire signal arm to the OFF up position See illustration on page 13 3 Hold filter cup firmly and unscrew towards left Some water could leak out as you remove cup This is normal Filter cartridge should c...

Page 16: ...vice flow 5 GPM Maximum Rated Pressure 100 PSi o Maximum Operating Temp 100 F To change tiger it is not necessary to turn the water supply off to change the filter 1 Set ice maker wire signal arm to the OFF up position See illustration on page 13 2 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 f...

Page 17: ...to the freezer at one time This overloads the freezer slows the rate of freezing and can raise the temperature of frozen foods Leave a space between the packages so cold air can circulate freely allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible o Avoid storing hard to freeze foods such as ice cream and orange juice on the freezer door shelves These foods are best stored in the freezer interior where ...

Page 18: ...fter defrosting a popping sound may occur may not ce a red glow in the vents on the back wain of defrost cycle Do Automatic ice Maker if your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic ice maker you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin E Cold Controt Automatic Defrost Control These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the refrigerator on and off F Condenser Fan You m...

Page 19: ... Steel Models Only Care Cleaning Chart Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions Soap and water Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water Be Baking soda and sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before water cleaning around controls light bulb or any electrical part Soap and water Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth Soap and water Do not wash any removable items bins drawer...

Page 20: ...ng during vacations of 3 weeks or less Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket even if you will only be gone for a few days Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more Turn controls to O the OFF position and disconnect power Turn off automatic ice maker and turn water supply valve to closed position Clean interior t...

Page 21: ...d 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 sheNes etc which are not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory 8 Damages to finish after installation 8 Replacement of light bulbs and or fluorescent tubes on mode...

Page 22: ...often Ensure refrigerator is level Keep food and containers from blocking door See PROBLEM section OPENING CLOSING OF DOORS DRAWERS Set refrigerator control to warmer setting until refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize Clean or change gasket Leaks in door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures Clean conden...

Page 23: ...ess often Keep containers covered Water collects on bottom Vegetables contain and give It is not unusual to have moisture on the bottom side of side of drawer cover off moisture the cover Move humidity control some models to lower setting Water collects in bottom of Washed vegetables and fruit Dry items before putting them in the drawer Water drawer drain while in the drawer collecting in bottom o...

Page 24: ...upply line Consult a water purifying company Discard stale ice ICE DISPENSER Dispenser will not dispense ice Ice dispenser is jammed Ice storage container is empty Freezer temperature is set too warm Household water line valve is not open Freezer door is not closed Ice dispensing arm has been held in for more than 4 5 minutes Ice has melted and frozen around auger due to infrequent use temperature...

Page 25: ...erse osmosis system is in It is normal for a reverse osmosis system to be below regenerative phase 20 psi during the regenerative phase ODORS IN REFRIGERATOR Interior is dirty Interior needs to be cleaned See Care Cleaning Chart in Care and Cleaning section Food with strong odors is in Cover food tightly refrigerator OPENING CLOSING OF DOORS DRA WERS Door s will not close Close both doors gently D...

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