Frigidaire PHT189JSM - Gallery - Refrigerator Use And Care Manual Download Page 13

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BEFORE YOU  CALL

Visit our web site at

 www.frigidaire.com.

1-800-944-9044

 

(United States)

1-800-668-4606 

(Canada)

Common 

Occurrences 

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

Refrigerator does not run. 

 

Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet. 

 

Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Reset circuit breaker. 

 

The temperature control is turned to "

O"

 

Refrigerator may be in defrost cycle. Wait 20 minutes and check again. 

Freezer temperature too cold. 
Refrigerator temperature is 
satisfactory. 

 

Set freezer control to a warmer setting until freezer 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. 

 

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 not working. 

 

Replace light bulb. 

 

Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet. 

 

Light switch may be stuck. Push in light switch, located on the refrigerator 
control box, to release. 

Automatic ice maker not working. 
(some models) 

 

Ensure the Wire Signal Arm is not in UP position. 

 

Ice maker should produce 2.5 to 3  pounds of ice in a 24 hour period. 

 

Water supply is turned off. 

 

Water pressure is too low. 

 

The freezer is not cold enough. 

Summary of Contents for PHT189JSM - Gallery - Refrigerator

Page 1: ... Manual Refrigerator Top Mount Got Questions Need Parts or Service Before Calling Your Local Repair Service CALL United States 1 800 944 9044 Canada 1 800 668 4606 Resolve many service issues over the phone at your convenience If we can t resolve your service issue we ll schedule a reputable local service technician for you Order Genuine Electrolux Parts Accessories Purchase Extended Warranty Prot...

Page 2: ...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 replaced by the manufacturer service technician or a qualified person to prevent any risk Never unplug the refri...

Page 3: ...erator air cooled condenser leave 3 clearance at top of refrigerator DOOR OPENING Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to a counter when removing food To make this possible the direction in which the doors open can be reversed See Door Removal Reversal Instructions NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge side against a wall you may have to...

Page 4: ...clamp and screw secure water supply line to rear panel of refrigerator as shown 7 Coil excess water supply line about 2 turns behind refrigerator as 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 signa...

Page 5: ...nd 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 lift up on opposite side of door while tightening screws to install top hinge 17 Flip t...

Page 6: ...doors are off 1 Remove two screws attaching handle to bottom of freezer door 2 Remove button plug using edge of putty knife 3 Remove screw on side of freezer door and remove handle NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE 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 TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE 1 Reinstall handle on opposite sid...

Page 7: ...Secure top of handle with screws TO ATTACHTRIM 1 Slide both trim locks out of trim 2 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 7 Reverse steps 1 6 to reinstall doors To Remove Han...

Page 8: ...es air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments For good circulation do not block cold air vents with food items NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE When making changes to the temperature controls wait 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize before making additional changes TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE When first turning refrigerator on move refrigerator and freezer controls to Norma...

Page 9: ... normal use During the initial startup of your refrigerator no ice will be produced during the first 24 hours of operation Air in new plumbing lines may cause the ice maker to cycle two or three times before making a full tray of ice With no usage it will take approximately one to two days to fill the ice container New plumbing connections may cause the first production of ice cubes to be discolor...

Page 10: ...TION Avoid cuts when replacing light bulbs wear gloves 1 Unplug refrigerator 2 Wear gloves as protection against possible broken glass 3 Unsnap light shield as shown 4 Unscrew and replace old bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage 5 Replace light shield 6 Remember to plug the refrigerator back in when turning the refrigerator on and off The timer also produces sounds similar to an electri...

Page 11: ...water Toe Grille Soap and water Mild liquid sprays Vacuum attachment Vacuum dust from front of toe grille Remove toe grille Vacuum backside and wipe with sudsy cloth or sponge Rinse and dry Exterior and Handles Soap and water Do not use commercial household cleaners ammonia or alcohol to clean handles Exterior and Handles Stainless Steel Models Only Soap and water Ammonia Stainless Steel Cleaners ...

Page 12: ...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 13: ...ctory 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 See Normal Operating Sounds and Sights section Odors in refri...

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