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WELCOME & CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We
here at 

Electrolux Home Products, Inc.

 are very proud of our

product and we are completly committed to providing you with
the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority.

Please read this Use & Care Manual very carefully. It contains
valuable information on how to properly maintain your new
refrigerator.

We know you’ll enjoy your new refrigerator and 

Thank You

 for

choosing our product. We hope you consider us for future
purchases.

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating
instructions for your model. Use your refrigerator only as
instructed in this manual. These instructions are not meant to
cover every possible condition and situation that may occur.
Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing,
operating and maintaining any appliance.

Please record your model and serial numbers below for
future reference. This information is found on your serial
plate located inside the refrigerator compartment.

Questions?

1-800-944-9044

(United States)

1-800-265-8352

(Canada)

PLEASE COMPLETE AND MAIL IN THE 

PRODUCT

REGISTRATION CARD

 INCLUDED WITH YOUR

REFRIGERATOR.

Please attach sales receipt

here for future reference.

Extend Your Warranty  Protection

With An

Extended Service Contract

CALL 1-800-944-9044

To Enjoy These Benefits:

Total freedom from repair bills 

so

unexpected repairs won’t upset your budget.

Fast, convenient toll-free service 

is just a

phone call away.

Top-quality repairs 

by factory-trained experts.

Quick access to genuine replacement parts

so you can rest assured your refrigerator is
repaired with the proper components.

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

NOTE

Use only soap and water to clean serial plate.

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

Summary of Contents for FRT17B3AQ - Top Freezer Refrigerator

Page 1: ...0 10 12 12 13 13 15 16 14 17 18 Safety Instructions Installation Includes Connecting Optional Ice Maker To Water Supply Do r Removal Reversal o Features at a Glance Temperature Controls Looking Inside Ice Service Food Storage Energy Saving Tips Care Cleaning Normal Operating Sounds Warranty Before You Call Español 19 ...

Page 2: ... Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Please record your model and serial numbers below for future reference This information is found on your serial plate located inside the refrigerator compartment Questions 1 800 944 9044 United States 1 800 265 8352 Canada PLEASE COMPLETE AND MAIL INTHE PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD INCLUDEDWITHYOUR REF...

Page 3: ...rd 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 an extension cord or adapter plug If the power cord is damaged it should be replace...

Page 4: ...UTION Do Not install the refrigerator where the temperature will drop below 55 F 13 C or rise above 110 F 43 C The compressor will not be able to maintain proper temperatures inside the refrigerator Do Not block the toe grille on the lower front of your refrigerator Sufficient air circulation is essential for the proper operation of your refrigerator Installation Clearances Allow the following cle...

Page 5: ... shown and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface 8 Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that leak 9 Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source 10 To turn ice maker on lower wire signal arm see ice maker front cover for ON OFF position of arm IMPORTANT Ensure that your water supply line connections comply with all local plumbing c...

Page 6: ...use an awl to puncture the foam 12 Position refrigerator door onto bottom hinge pin and screw center hinge pin through center hinge into top of door Close refrigerator door to help align hinge hole 13 Tighten center hinge pin with adjustable wrench 14 Remove cabinet and hinge hole plugs and move to opposite side 15 Lower freezer door onto center hinge pin 16 Close freezer door Have an assistant li...

Page 7: ...E NOTE Some models have pocket handles which are recessed into the sides of the door On these models only the hinges will need to be reversed Self Adhesive Nameplate Models Gently peel off nameplate from door and reapply over old handle holes TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE 1 Reinstall handle on opposite side using same hole as nameplate 2 Attach handle to bottom of door 3 Slide trim piece straight down ...

Page 8: ...Insert new adhesive trim locks contained in your literature pack 3 Install trim to handle by sliding under base of handle Carefully align trim and press down at trim lock locations 4 Use rubbing alcohol to remove any adhesive residue from old trim lock locations TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR HANDLE Figure 3 Handle Reversal Refrigerator Door Without Trim TO ATTACH REFRIGERATOR HANDLE 1 Secure side of hand...

Page 9: ...to 12 hours before loading it with food REFRIGERATOR FREEZER CONTROLS Adjust temperature gradually move the knob in small increments allowing the temperature to stabilize For colder temperatures turn the knob towards Colder For warmer temperatures turn the knob towards Cold Turning the refrigerator control will change temperatures in both compartments For example if the refrigerator control is tur...

Page 10: ... u T d l o C m r a W o o T s I t n e m t r a p m o c r e z e e r F f I s d r a w o T y l t h g i l S l o r t n o C r e z e e r F n r u T r e d l o C d l o C o o T s I t n e m t r a p m o c r e z e e r F f I s d r a w o T y l t h g i l S l o r t n o C r e z e e r F n r u T d l o C f f O r o t a r e g i r f e R n r u T o T o T l o r t n o C r o t a r e g i r f e R n r u T 0 LOOKING INSIDE Sliding Wi...

Page 11: ...elf can be extended as far as the stopper will allow but it is not removable from the cantilever bracket ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS Some models have adjustable door bins that can be moved to suit individual needs To move door bins Adjustable Door Bin 1 Lift bin straight up 2 Remove bin 3 Place bin in desired position 4 Lower bin onto supports until locked in place TALL BOTTLE RETAINER SOME MODELS The Ta...

Page 12: ...d Place the ice container under the ice maker pushing it as far back as possible Lower the wire signal arm to its down or ON position New plumbing connections may cause the first production of ice cubes to be discolored or have an odd flavor These first cubes should be discarded until the cubes produced are free of discoloration and taste TURNINGYOUR ICE MAKER OFF IMPORTANT Your ice maker is shipp...

Page 13: ...velop an off flavor freezer burn Wrap fresh meats and poultry with suitable freezer wrap prior to freezing Do not refreeze meat that has completely thawed Loading the Freezer Avoid adding too much warm food 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 freel...

Page 14: ...l These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the refrigerator on and off The timer also produces sounds similar to an electric clock F Condenser Fan If condenser coils are located underneath your refrigerator as shown in the drawing at the left you have a condenser fan You may hear air being forced through the condenser by the condenser fan G Compressor Modern high efficienc...

Page 15: ...h the rest of the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth Condenser Coils Fan cooled models only Condenser Cleaning Brush is available from your dealer Vacuum Cleaner No need to clean unless operating refrigerator under particularly dusty or greasy conditions or if there is significant pet traffic in your home If cleaning is necessary remov...

Page 16: ...e 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 thoroughly Leave both doors open to prevent odors and mold build up Block doors open if necessary Moving Remove all food and ice If using handcart load from side Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving Pad...

Page 17: ...ice 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 FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE A...

Page 18: ...eezer temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize Refrigerator temperature too cold Freezer temperature 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 Odors in refrigerator Interior ne...

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