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Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and expense.
This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workman-
ship or materials in this appliance.

Avoid Service Checklist

RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR

OCCURRENCE

Refrigerator compressor does not run.

Refrigerator control is off. Set refrigerator control. See 

Setting the Controls.

Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. This is normal for a fully automatic defrosting refrigerator. The defrost
cycle occurs periodically, lasting about 20 minutes.

Plug at wall outlet is disconnected. Make sure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.

House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped. Check and/or replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay
fuse. Reset circuit breaker.

Power outage. Check house lights. Call local electric company.

Room or outside weather is hot. It is normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these conditions.

Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time. It takes about 8-12 hours for the
refrigerator to cool down completely.

Automatic ice maker is operating (some models). Operation of the ice maker causes the refrigerator to
run slightly more.

Doors are opened too frequently or too long. Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more.
Open the doors less often.

Refrigerator or freezer door may be slightly open. Make sure refrigerator is level. Keep food and
containers from blocking door. See Occurrence section 

OPENING

/

CLOSING

 

OF

 

DOORS

/

DRAWERS

.

Refrigerator control (found in refrigerator section) is set too cold. Set the refrigerator control to a warmer
setting until the refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Then, if the freezer temperature is not right, set the freezer control to a colder setting.

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 the refrigerator at a constant temperature. This is normal. Refrigerator goes on
and off to keep temperature constant.

Freezer control is set too cold. Set the freezer control to a warmer setting until the freezer temperature
is satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize.

Refrigerator control is set too cold. Set the refrigerator control to a warmer setting. Allow 24 hours for
temperatures to stabilize. Then, if the freezer temperature is not right, set the freezer control to a colder
setting.

Refrigerator control is set too cold. See above solution.

Doors are opened too frequently or too long. Warm air enters the refrigerator whenever the door is
opened. Open the door less often.

Door is open slightly. See Occurrence section 

OPENING

/

CLOSING

 

OF

 

DOORS

/

DRAWERS

.

Condenser is dirty. Clean condenser. See "Outside" in 

Care and Cleaning

.

Freezer control is set too warm. Set the freezer control to a colder setting until the freezer temperature
is satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize.

Refrigerator control is set too warm.  Refrigerator control has some effect on freezer temperature. Set
the refrigerator control to a colder setting. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize. Then, if the
freezer temperature is not right, set the freezer control to a warmer setting. Refer to 

Setting the Controls.

SOLUTION

Refrigerator runs too much or too
long.

Refrigerator compressor goes on and
off frequently.

Temperature in the freezer is too cold
and the refrigerator temperature is
satisfactory.

Temperature in the refrigerator is too
cold and the freezer temperature is
satisfactory.

Food stored in drawers freezes.

Temperature in the freezer or
refrigerator is too warm.

Temperature in the freezer is too warm.

Temperature in the refrigerator is too
warm and the freezer temperature is
satisfactory.

TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM

TEMPERATURES ARE TOO COLD

Summary of Contents for FRT21QRJZ3

Page 1: ... Water Supply 4 Energy Saving Ideas 5 Setting the Controls 5 Fresh Food Storage 6 7 Care and Cleaning 8 9 Automatic Ice Maker 9 Door Reversal Instructions 10 12 Toe Grille Assembly Instructions 13 Avoid Service Checklist 14 16 Normal Operating Sounds 16 Warranty 17 Service Information Canada 18 P N 218972202 0101 ...

Page 2: ...an adapter plug If voltage varies by 10 percent or more performance of your refrigerator may be affected Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the compressor Suchdamageisnotcoveredunderyourwarranty Ifyoususpectyour voltage is high or low consult your power company for testing Topreventtherefrigeratorfrombeingturnedoffaccidentally donotplugtheunit into an outlet controlled b...

Page 3: ... open to allow easy access to a counter when removing food Do not position the refrigerator so you have to walk around the refrigerator doors Reverse the doors if necessary See Door Reversal Instructions Leveling All four corners of refrigerator must rest firmly on a solid floor Some models are equipped with adjustable screw type levelers Others are equipped with rollers Ifyourrefrigeratordidnotco...

Page 4: ...er supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go inch Slide ferrule sleeve into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut onto valve Tighten another half turn with a wrench DO NOT over tighten 6 With steel clamp and screw secure water supply line to rear panel of refrigerator at location shown in Figure 1 7 Coil excess water supply line about 2 turns behind refrigerator as shown in ...

Page 5: ...ng the Controls Energy Saving Ideas G05C0061 Freezer Control Cool Down Period To ensure safe food storage allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading with food Refrigerator and Freezer Controls To start out set control dials to the midpoint for a trial period of 24 hours Temperatures After 24 hours adjust the controls as needed Adjust temperatu...

Page 6: ...t cleaning The shelves slide out independently of the cantilever brackets Just pull front of shelf forward Shelfcanbeextendedasfarasstopperwillallow andisnotremovablefrom the cantilever bracket Door Storage Doorbinsandshelvesareprovidedforconvenientstorageofjars bottles andcans Items used often are available for quick selection Somemodelshaveadjustabledoorbinswhichcanbemovedtosuitindividualneeds T...

Page 7: ...r shelf Use this pan for short term storage of bulk meat items If meats are to be kept longer than 1 or 2 days they should be frozen Meat Keeper some models The temperature in the Meat Keeper drawer can be made colder than the rest of the refrigerator compartment by adjusting the Chilled Air Control Meat will be partially frozen and may be kept fresh longer than if stored on a refrigerator shelf B...

Page 8: ...emoved with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent or touch the residue with the sticky side of tape already removed Do not remove the serial plate Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces Do not touch refrigerated surfaces with wet or damp hands Outside Wash the cabinet and handles with warm water and mild liquid detergent Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth Whenmovingtherefriger...

Page 9: ...possible Lower the wire signal arm to its down or ON position Because of new plumbingconnections thefirstproductionoficecubesmaybediscoloredorhavean odd flavor Throw the ice away until the cubes made are free of discoloration and taste Remember water quality determines your ice quality It is best to connect ice maker to water that is NOT soft Softening chemicals can damage ice maker If ice maker i...

Page 10: ... attaching the center hinge The third outermost screw under the center hinge should be left in place Save hinge pin and washers some models for reassembly later Reinstall screws in original holes Your refrigerator is equipped with reversible door hinges Hinging of the door can be changed to the opposite side any time you wish An envelope containing extra plastic hole plugs is included in some mode...

Page 11: ...e the two screws attaching the handle to the bottom of the freezer door Remove short trim piece by sliding the trim straight up and off of handle bracket Remove the screw attaching the top of the handle to door and reinstall on other side using the holes found behind the self adhesive nameplate To move nameplate to the other side peel off the nameplate and reapply over the old handle holes Reattac...

Page 12: ...s Return food bottles and other articles to doors Turn the refrigerator control on and to the previous setting Wait 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize before making additional changes Refer to the Toe Grille Instructions on page 13 to replace the Toe Grille some models 11 Place original washer some models over hole in refrigerator door and line up hole in center hinge Insert hinge pin throu...

Page 13: ...t the Lower Hinge and the back of the Toe Grille tight against the refrigerator base NOTE Both Toe Grille Buttons must be mounted on the same side of the two keyhole slots To Attach the Toe Grille Open the refrigerator door Line up the Toe Grille Assembly over the two large holes on the front of the refrigerator base See Figure 1 Push the Toe Grille Assembly into the holes until the grille snaps i...

Page 14: ... 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 the refrigerator at a constant temperature This is normal Refrigerator goes on and off to keep temperature constant Freezer control is set too cold Set the freezer control to a warmer setting until the freezer temperature is satis...

Page 15: ...ve Ice maker wire arm is being held down by an item in the freezer Remove item and release arm Remove any ice cubes which are frozen together over arm Ice cubes are not being used frequently enough Remove and shake ice bucket to separate cubes Ice has picked up odor or flavor from strong food stored in refrigerator or freezer Cover foods tightly Discard stale ice Ice maker will produce fresh suppl...

Page 16: ...l hear ice cubes dropping into the ice bin COLD CONTROL DEFROST TIMER These parts can produce a snapping sound when turning the refrigerator on or off The timer also produces sounds similar to an electric clock INSULATION Rigid foam insulation has excellent insulating capabilities It is very energy efficient however it does have a tendency to amplify sound EVAPORATOR FAN You may hear air being for...

Page 17: ...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 18: ...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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