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REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY

Your refrigerator is protected by this warranty

WARRANTY

PERIOD

THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS,

WE WILL:

THE CONSUMER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY

One year from original
purchase date

Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this
appliance which prove to be defective in materials or
workmanship. Excludes original and replacement Ice
& Water filter cartridges (if equipped). Original and
replacement cartridges are warranted for 30 days
(parts only).

Costs of service calls that are listed under NORMAL
RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER. *

LIMITED 2

ND

-5

TH

YEAR WARRANTY
(Cabinet Liner and
Sealed System)

Second through fifth
years from original
purchase date

Repair or replace any parts in the cabinet liner or
Sealed Refrigeration System (compressor, condenser,
evaporator, drier and tubing) which prove to be
defective in materials or workmanship.

Costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance required because
of service. Costs for labor, parts and transportation other than
with respect to the cabinet liner or Sealed Refrigeration System.

LIMITED
WARRANTY
(Applicable to the
State of Alaska)

Time periods listed
above.

All of the provisions of the full warranties above and
the exclusions listed below apply.

Costs of the technician's travel to the home and any costs for
pick up and delivery of the appliance required because of
service.

USA
800•944•9044
Electrolux Home Products North America
P.O. Box 212378
Augusta, GA  30917

Canada

866•213•9397

Electrolux Home Products North America

6150 McLaughlin Road

Mississauga, Ontario

L5R 4C2

In the U.S.A., your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Home Products North America, a division of White Consolidated Industries, Inc. We
authorize no person to change or add to any of our obligations under this warranty. Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must
be performed by us or an authorized Electrolux Home Products North America servicer. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by WCI Canada, Inc.

This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the
items listed below:

1.

Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.

2.

Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in
accordance with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.

3.

Proper connection to a grounded 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 (on models with these features).

This warranty does not cover the following:

1.

CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL
EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.
NOTE:  Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

2.

Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in
ordinary household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.

3.

Damages caused by services performed by servicers other than Electrolux Home Products North America or
its authorized servicers; use of parts other than genuine Electrolux Home Products parts; obtained from persons
other than such servicers; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.

4.

Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.

Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record.  The date on the bill establishes the
warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all
receipts.  This written warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to
state. Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux Home Products:

*NORMAL
RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CONSUMER

EXCLUSIONS

IF YOU NEED
SERVICE

This warranty only applies in the 50 states of the U.S.A., Puerto Rico, and Canada. Product features or specifications as described or illustrated
are subject to change without notice.  All warranties are made by Electrolux Home Products North America, a division of White Consolidated
Industries, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by WCI Canada, Inc.

01-U-RE-03  (Rev. 01/2001)

WARRANTY

PERIOD

THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS,

WE WILL:

THE CONSUMER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

FULL TWO-YEAR
WARRANTY (Ice and
Water Dispensing
System)

During the second
year from original
purchase date.

Repair or replace, without charge, any part(s) of the
ice and water dispensing system which proves to be
defective in materials or workmanship, and all labor
associated with such repair.

Costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance required because
of service. Costs for labor, parts and transportation other than
with respect to the ice and water dispensing system.

ADDITIONAL COVERAGE FOR “THROUGH-THE-DOOR” ICE AND WATER DISPENSER AND/OR ICE ONLY DISPENSER MODELS:

Summary of Contents for FRS26ZSHW5

Page 1: ... 4 Energy Saving Ideas 5 Setting the Controls 5 Fresh Food Storage 6 Shelves 7 Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser 8 10 Care and Cleaning 11 12 Removing Handles and Doors 12 13 Avoid Service Checklist 14 17 Normal Operating Sounds 17 Warranty 18 Service Information Canada 19 P N 218953801 0101 ...

Page 2: ...ctrical Information Theseguidelinesmustbefollowedtoensurethatsafetymechanismsinthe design of this refrigerator will operate properly Refrigerator must be plugged into its own 115 Volt 60 Hz AC only electrical outlet The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazards It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong...

Page 3: ...4 mm space between wall and refrigerator to permit proper door swing Door Opening Forbestuseofdrawersandfreezerbasket refrigeratorshouldbeinapositionwhere both the refrigerator and freezer doors can be opened about 135 Leveling Refrigeratormustbeleveledwithallbottomcornersrestingfirmlyonasolidfloor Adjust front rollers to level cabinet both front to rear and side to side Keep cabinetaslowaspossibl...

Page 4: ...ter supply 2 Unplug refrigerator 3 Install WATER SUPPLY LINE as follows figure 2 Slide brass nut then ferrule onto copper tubing Push end of copper tubing as far into the metal water valve fitting as it will go 1 4 inch Slide ferrule into fitting and thread brass nut onto inlet tighten finger tight plus 1 2 turn with wrench NOTE Some models may have a cap on the valve Unscrew the cap and discard 4...

Page 5: ...closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading with food Refrigerator Control The refrigerator control should be set at the midpoint of the dial for a trial period of 24 hours After 24 hours adjust the control as needed For colder temperatures turn dial a notch toward COLDEST For warmer temperatures turn dial a notch toward COLD Adjust temperatures by one increment at a time Freezer Control The ...

Page 6: ...rhighmoistureshouldbewrapped beforestoring The humidity control some models allows you to adjust the humidity within the crisper drawer This can extend the life of fresh vegetables which keep best in high humidity Leafy vegetables however keep best when stored with the humidity control set on HIGH or in a drawer without a humidity control This keeps incoming air to a minimum and maintains maximum ...

Page 7: ...s into slots Lower and lock into position Spillsafe glass shelves catch and hold accidental spills In some models Spillsafe shelves slide out for easy access to food and fast cleaning Shelves slide out independently of the cantilever bracket Just pull front of shelf forward Shelf can be extended as far as stopper will allow and is not removable from the cantilever bracket Wine Rack some models The...

Page 8: ...eft corner of the freezer compartment Afterrefrigeratorisinstalledproperlyandhascooledforseveralhours the ice maker can begin making ice To begin ice production lower the wire signal armtothe down orONposition Ascubesaremade theyarestoredinthestorage bin With no usage it will take approximately 2 days to fill the bin However the dispenser may be used after the first batch of ice is made Ice maker ...

Page 9: ... ice dispenser sticks 1 Stop ice production by lifting the wire signal arm to the up or OFF position 2 Remove ice storage bin by lifting up and out Empty and carefully clean bin with mild detergent Do not submerge auger while cleaning Rinse with clear water Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners Allow ice bin to dry completely before replacing in the freezer 3 Remove ice chips and clean the shelf a...

Page 10: ...any substance 4 The large o ring Figure 1 that seals the filter system sets in the o ring groove downinsidethecup Shouldtheo ringfalloutduringfiltercartridgereplacement simply place it back in the groove prior to screwing the cup back in place If the o ring becomes damaged you will need to order a new one from the Consumer Assistance Center 5 Discard old filter cartridge 6 Remove new filter cartri...

Page 11: ...f Magic American Corp or similar products are suggested Always follow manufacturer s instructions Washtherestofthecabinetwithwarmwaterandmildliquiddetergent Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth Toe Grille Remove any dust or dirt from the front of toe grille using a vacuum cleaner with its dusting tool attachment Remove toe grille by pulling it straight out While grille is removed vacuum...

Page 12: ...n the ice and water system must be drained completely Failure to do so could result in water leaks when the refrigerator is put back in service Contact a service representative to perform this operation Care and Cleaning continued Removing Handles and Doors If it is necessary to move refrigerator through narrow doorways follow these steps to remove refrigerator and freezer handles and or refrigera...

Page 13: ...y lift door up and off loosened lower hinge bolt Figure 4 To Remove Refrigerator Door 1 Remove top hinge cover by lifting back of cover and sliding forward Remove screws mounting hinge bracket to cabinet Hold bracket when removing last screw door closer mechanism places mild spring tension on hinge DO NOT remove hinge bracket from door 2 Loosen but DO NOT REMOVE bottom lower hinge bolt Remove top ...

Page 14: ...satisfactory Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize Refrigerator or freezer gasket is dirty worn cracked or poorly fitted Clean or change gasket Leaks in door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures Thermostat is keeping refrigerator at a constant temperature This is normal Refrigerator goes on and off to keep temperature constant Freezer contr...

Page 15: ...spenser is dispensing water If not the PureSource Plus water filter is clogged or restricted by foreign material and must be replaced Ice maker is producing less ice than you expect Ice maker should produce approximately 2 1 2 to 4 pounds of ice every 24 hours Freezer is not cold enough See Occurrence section TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM Household water line valve is not completely open Turn on house...

Page 16: ...iod of time Draw and discard 7 8 glasses of water to freshen the supply Draw and discard an additional 3 6 glasses to completely rinse out tank Unit not properly connected to cold water line Connect unit to cold water line that supplies water to kitchen faucet Tubing used in the household water supply and installation of unit may affect water taste and odor For best results use copper tubing for w...

Page 17: ...Light switch is located on interior door frame next to the temperature control in each compartment Push in plunger to release No electric current is reaching refrigerator See Occurrence section RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR Light bulb is burned out See Replacing the Light Bulb in Care and Cleaning ...

Page 18: ...e 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 on models with these features This warranty does not cover the following 1 CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES ...

Page 19: ...ROLUX PARTS AND SERVICE depot ELECTROLUX PARTS AND SERVICE All Electrolux appliances are backed by ELECTROLUX PARTS AND SERVICE one of Canada s largest parts and service networks The Electrolux reputation means you can enjoy complete professional service from one of our hundreds of trained technicians across the country ELECTROLUX PARTS AND SERVICE 6150 McLaughlin Road Mississauga Ontario L5R 4C2 ...

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