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 All about the

Use

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Refrigerator

Important Safety Instructions .................................2
Features at a Glance ..............................................4
Installation ...........................................................5
Door Removal Instructions .....................................7
Handle Installation ................................................8
Connecting Water Supply .......................................9
Controls ..............................................................10

242108500 (January 2010)

Storage Features .................................................12
Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser .........................13
Changing the Filter ..............................................15
Normal Operating Sounds and Sights ....................17
Care and Cleaning ...............................................18
Before you Call ....................................................19
Major Appliance Warranty ....................................21

Summary of Contents for 242108500

Page 1: ...Safety Instructions 2 Features at a Glance 4 Installation 5 Door Removal Instructions 7 Handle Installation 8 Connecting Water Supply 9 Controls 10 242108500 January 2010 Storage Features 12 Automatic Ice Water Dispenser 13 Changing the Filter 15 Normal Operating Sounds and Sights 17 Care and Cleaning 18 Before you Call 19 Major Appliance Warranty 21 ...

Page 2: ...ged in Ice Maker House water supply connected to refrigerator No water leaks present at all connections recheck in 24 hours Ice maker is turned ON Ice water dispenser operates correctly Front filter must be flush with filter housing select models Final Checks Shipping material removed Fresh food and freezer temperatures set Crisper humidity controls set Registration card sent in Installation Check...

Page 3: ...preads plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator or Freezer Risk of child entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators or freezers are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freez...

Page 4: ...4 Features At A Glance Features may vary according to model ...

Page 5: ...washer or other heat sources The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is level and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic ice maker If you do not hook up water to the refrigerator remember to turn the ice maker off Installation Installation clearances Allow the following clearances for ease of installa...

Page 6: ...e a flat blade screwdriver or 3 8 inch socket wrench to raise or lower the front rollers 3 Ensure both doors are bind free with their seals touching the cabinet on all four sides Hinge Flange Set Screw some models Door Stop Flange Hinge Open Door 7 16 Wrench and 3 32 Hex Key some models 6 Replace the toe grille by fitting it into place see Toe Grille Installation and Removal in the Installation se...

Page 7: ...h Set OR Phillips Head Tools Necessary 3 8 Fixed Wrench AND OR Top Hinge Cover Rear Screw Top Hinge Cover Front Screw Bottom Hinge Screw Top Hinge Screw Adjustable Hinge CAUTION Be sure doors are set aside in a secure position where they cannot fall and cause personal injury Non Adjusting Hinge some models Adjustable Hinge some models To remove the freezer door 1 Detach the multi wire cable connec...

Page 8: ...per and lower preinstalled shoulder bolts A that are fastened into door ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing towards the refrigerator door 3 While holding handle firmly against door fasten upper and lower allen set screws B with supplied allen wrench 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to install refrigerator handle Ensure the holes for the set screws are facing towards the freezer door NOTE All se...

Page 9: ...between 30 and 100 psi A water supply line made of inch 6 4mm OD copper or stainless steel tubing To determine the length of tubing needed measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water pipe Then add approximately 7 feet 2 1 meters so the refrigerator can be moved out for cleaning as shown A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to y...

Page 10: ...mperature display will read OFF IMPORTANT Pressing the power off icon does not turn off power to your refrigerator You must unplug the power cord from the wall outlet Setting Cooling Temperatures Press the or indicator to adjust the temperature to the desired setting The temperature display will begin to blink with the first touch After five 5 seconds of inactivity the display will beep to accept ...

Page 11: ...r left ajar the alarm will sound intermittently for about 10 minutes The alarm will then silence on its own and a red high temperature icon will display The high temp icon will continue to display even if the door is closed until the Sabbath mode is exited and the icon reset The refrigerator will function normally once the door is closed without any violation of the Sabbath Holidays For further as...

Page 12: ...short term storage of cheese spreads or butter Fresh Drawers with Humidity Control some models The fresh drawers located under the bottom refrigerator shelf are designed for storing fruits vegetables and other Crisper Drawer Crisper Humidity Control Cool Drawer some models Some models are equipped with a Cool Drawer for storage of luncheon meats spreads cheeses and other deli items This drawer doe...

Page 13: ...glass against the water dispenser paddle 2 Keep the glass in this position until water comes out of the dispenser It may take about 1 minutes 3 Continue dispensing water for about three minutes to flush the system and plumbing connections of any impurities stopping to empty the glass as necessary Ice Maker Operation Care The ice maker ice bin and dispenser feeding mechanism are located in the top ...

Page 14: ...r The following sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating Motor running Ice dropping into ice container Water valve opening or closing Ice loosening from tray Running water When dispensing ice you will hear a snapping or clicking sound when the ice chute opens and closes Turn off the ice maker when cleaning the freezer and during vacations If you turn off the ice maker for a long period of...

Page 15: ... the electronic control panel for three seconds When the display changes from Replace to Good the status has been reset 6 The Air Filter Reset will turn itself off after a few seconds Ordering Replacement Filters To order your replacement filters please visit our online store at www frigidaire com store by calling toll free at 877 808 4195 or by visiting the dealer where you purchased your refrige...

Page 16: ...fter filling one glass of water continue flushing the system for about three minutes 8 Turn On the ice maker 9 Press and hold the Filter Status button on the Ice Water Dispenser control panel for three seconds When the display changes from Replace to Good the status has been reset To replace your PureSource UltraTM water filter It is not necessary to turn the water supply off to change the filter ...

Page 17: ...hen ice has been produced you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin E Electronic control automatic defrost control These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the cooling system on and off F Condenser fan You may hear air being forced through the condenser G Compressor Modern high efficiency compressors run much faster than in the past The compressor may have a high pi...

Page 18: ...hat To Use Tips and Precautions Interior Door Liners Soap and water Baking soda and water Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls light bulb or any electrical part Door Gaskets Soap and water Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth Drawers Bins Soap and water Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners...

Page 19: ...y be clogged Replace filter cartridge Set freezer control to colder setting Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize ICE DISPENSER Dispenser will not dis pense ice Ice storage container is empty Freezer temperature is set too warm Household water line valve is not open Ice dispensing arm has been held in for more than 4 5 minutes When the first supply of ice is dropped into the container the di...

Page 20: ...ret any messages or number codes flashing on the digital displays WATER DISPENSER Dispenser will not dis pense water Household water line valve is not open Ice and water filter cartridge is clogged Filter not fully installed Open household water line valve See PROBLEM column AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER Replace filter cartridge Push filter in until you hear a click Water has an odd taste and or odor Water ...

Page 21: ...sons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FIT...

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