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IMPORTANT

To ensure proper installation of handles, 

please review these instructions and 

illustrations thoroughly prior to installing the 

handles.
Additionally, before installing the door 

handles, make sure the door swing is 

correct. Your model will have either a 

right hand or left hand door swing. Follow 

instructions in the Use & Care Guide to 

reverse the doors, if necessary.

IMPORTANT

Stainless steel handles and doors are not 

reversible.

HANDLE INSTALLATION

To attach metal refrigerator 

handle:

 1.  Place rounded part of handle onto 

shoulder screw on face of door and align 

the two (2) holes in top of handle with 

the two (2) holes in top of door. Do not 

tighten the set screw yet.

 2.  Install the two (2) screws into the top of 

the handle.

 3.  Tighten the set screw on the rounded part 

of the handle until the handle is flush with 

the door, then tighten another 1/2 turn.

CAUTION

Wear gloves and use extreme CAUTION 

when installing these handles. The rounded 

end of the handles may be sharp.

To attach metal freezer handle:

 1.  Place rounded part of handle onto 

shoulder screw on face of door and align 

the two (2) holes in bottom of handle 

with the two (2) holes in bottom of door.  

Do not tighten the set screw yet.

 2.  Install the two (2) screws into the 

bottom of the handle.

Stainless Steel Models

Screw

Handle

Button

Plug

Set

Screw

Shoulder

Screw

Shoulder

Screw

Nameplate

Handle

Set

Screw

Screw

Screw

Handle

Shoulder

Screw

Set

Screw

 3.  Tighten the set screw on the rounded part 

of the handle until the handle is flush with 

the door, then tighten another 1/2 turn.

Shoulder

Screw

Set

Screw

Handle

Screw

Summary of Contents for FFHT2117PS

Page 1: ...the Use Care of your Refrigerator Important Safety Instructions 2 Installation 4 Door Removal Instructions 5 Handle Installation 6 Connecting Water Supply 8 Ice Service 9 242063801 July 2010 Controls 9 Normal Operating Sounds and Sights 10 Care and Cleaning 11 Before you Call 12 Major Appliance Warranty 13 ...

Page 2: ...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 Checklist CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Fo...

Page 3: ... electrical outlet CAUTION To avoid personal injury or property damage handle tempered glass shelves carefully Shelves may break suddenly if nicked scratched or exposed to sudden temperature change Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord Unplug the refrigerator before cleanin...

Page 4: ...place that is near a grounded electrical outlet Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug If possible place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the range dishwasher 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...

Page 5: ...8 socket wrench 8 Install bottom hinge on opposite side with the two screws removed from step 7 9 Unscrew bottom hinge pin using adjustable wrench Move hinge pin to other hole in hinge and tighten with adjustable wrench 10 Reverse door handles see instruction on next page 11 Move freezer and refrigerator door stops to opposite side Before starting screws use an awl to puncture the foam 12 Position...

Page 6: ... two 2 screws into the top of the handle 3 Tighten the set screw on the rounded part of the handle until the handle is flush with the door then tighten another 1 2 turn CAUTION Wear gloves and use extreme CAUTION when installing these handles The rounded end of the handles may be sharp To attach metal freezer handle 1 Place rounded part of handle onto shoulder screw on face of door and align the t...

Page 7: ...e over dovetail screw pull handle straight down until handle is aligned with screw holes on top of door 2 Secure top of handle with two screws To attach plastic freezer handle 1 Place top of handle over dovetail screw pull handle straight up until handle is aligned with screw holes on bottom of door 2 Secure bottom of handle with two screws HANDLE INSTALLATION Screw Handle Button Plug Lock Handle ...

Page 8: ...ine kit 5305510264 with a 20 ft Copper Water Line with self tapping saddle valve Please refer to www frigidaire com store for more information IMPORTANT After connecting the water supply refer to How to Prime the Water Supply System for important information about priming an empty water supply system Your refrigerator s water supply system includes several tubing lines a water filter a water valve...

Page 9: ...setting Turning the freezer control will change only the freezer temperature To maintain temperatures a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments For good circulation do not block cold air vents with food items CONTROLS ICE SERVICE If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker no ice will be produced during the first 24 hours of operation Air in new plumbing lines may cause...

Page 10: ...an C Defrost heater During defrost cycles water dripping onto the defrost heater may cause a hissing or sizzling sound After defrosting a popping sound may occur D Automatic ice maker When ice has been produced you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin The ice maker will produce 2 5 to 3 pounds of ice every 24 hours depending on usage conditions E Electronic control automatic defrost contro...

Page 11: ...ips 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 DoorGaskets Soap and water Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth Drawers Bins Soap and water Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners and tracks G...

Page 12: ...e is satisfactory Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize Then check freezer temperatures and adjust as needed Refrigerator is noisy or vibrates The cabinet is not level Floor is weak See Normal Operating Sounds and Sights section Odors in refrigerator Interior needs to be cleaned Foods that produce odors should be covered or wrapped Cabinet light n...

Page 13: ...ectrolux parts or parts obtained from persons 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 INCLU...

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