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Before You  Call

PROBLEM CAUSE 

CORRECTION 

RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR

 

Compressor does not run. 

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Freezer control is set to "O". 

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Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. 

 
 

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Plug at wall outlet is 
disconnected. 

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House fuse blown or tripped 
circuit breaker. 

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Power outage. 

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Set freezer control. See 

Temperature Controls

 section. 

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This is normal for a fully automatic defrost refrigerator. 
The defrost cycle occurs periodically, lasting about 30 
minutes. 

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Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet. 

 

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

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Check house lights. Call local Electric Company. 

Refrigerator runs too 
much or too long.

 

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Room or outside weather is 
hot. 

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Refrigerator has recently been 
disconnected for a period of 
time. 

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Automatic ice maker is 
operating. 

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Doors are opened too 
frequently or too long. 

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Refrigerator/freezer door may 
be slightly open. 

 

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Freezer control is set too cold 
(control found in refrigerator 
section). 

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Refrigerator/freezer gasket is 
dirty, worn, cracked, or poorly 
fitted. 

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Condenser is dirty. 

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It’s normal for the refrigerator to work longer under 
these conditions. 

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It takes 8-12 hours for the refrigerator to cool down 
completely. 

 

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Ice maker operation causes refrigerator to run slightly 
more. 

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Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run 
more. Open doors less often. 

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Ensure refrigerator is level. Keep food and containers 
from blocking door. See 

PROBLEM

 section 

OPENING/CLOSING OF DOORS/DRAWERS

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Set refrigerator control to warmer setting until 
refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. Allow 24 hours 
for temperature to stabilize. 

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Clean or change gasket. Leaks in door seal will cause 
refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired 
temperatures. 

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Clean condenser. See 

Care & Cleaning Chart in 

Care 

and Cleaning

 section. 

Compressor goes off and 
on frequently.

 

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Thermostat keeps the 
refrigerator at a constant 
temperature. 

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This is normal. Refrigerator goes on and off to keep 
temperature constant. 

TEMPERATURES ARE TOO COLD

 

Freezer temperature too 
cold. Refrigerator 
temperature is satisfactory. 

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Freezer control is set too cold. 

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Set freezer control to a warmer setting. Allow 24 hours 
for temperature to stabilize. 

Refrigerator temperature 
too cold. Freezer 
temperature is satisfactory. 

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Refrigerator control is set too 
cold. 

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Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting. Allow 24 
hours for temperature to stabilize. 

Food stored in drawers 
freezes. 

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Refrigerator control is set too 
cold. 

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See solution above. 

Food stored in Meat 
Keeper freezes (some 
models). 

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Meat Keeper Temperature 
Control set too cold. 

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Adjust Meat Keeper Temperature Control to a lower 
setting. (Meat should be stored at a temperature just 
below the freezing point for maximum fresh storage 
time. It is normal for ice crystals to form due to the 
moisture content of meat.) 

 

Visit our web site at
 www.frigidaire.com.

1-800-944-9044

 

(United States)

1-866-213-9397

 

(Canada)

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Страница 2: ...ution 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 the serial plate located inside the refrigerator compartment NOTE Use only soap and water to clean serial plate Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date pÉêá ä mä íÉ Questions 1 800 944 9044 United States 1 866 213 9397 ...

Страница 3: ...ot easily climb inside Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service technician ELECTRICAL INFORMATION The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115Volt 60 Hz AC only electric outlet The power cord 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 recep...

Страница 4: ... For best use of drawers and freezer baskets the refrigerator should be in a position where both the refrigerator and freezer doors can be fully opened Installation TOE GRILLE INSTALLATION REMOVAL To Remove Toe Grille 1 Open freezer and fresh food compartment doors 2 Working from left side of toe grille slip your fingers between top of toe grille and cabinet Gently pull forward until first set of ...

Страница 5: ... refrigerator to your cold water pipe Then add approximately 7 feet 2 1 meters so the refrigerator can be moved out for cleaning as shown A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system DO NOT use a self piercing type shutoff valve A compression nut and ferrule sleeve for connecting the water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve IMPORTANT It takes approximately ...

Страница 6: ...move tube 2 Remove top hinge cover screw on freezer door and remove cover 3 Disconnect wiring harness connector plug at top hinge place your thumbs on flat sides of each connector and bend both parts back and forth then with firm grasp pull both pieces apart 4 Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil This will make it easier to realign doors when they are replaced 5 Remove top hinge allowing wirin...

Страница 7: ...7 Features At A Glance Features may vary according to model ...

Страница 8: ... E R U T A R E P M E T m r a W o o T s I t n e m t r a p m o C d o o F h s 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 d o o F h s 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 d o o F h s 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 d o o F h s e r F n r 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...

Страница 9: ...sudden temperature change Cantilever Sliding Glass Shelf 1 2 Cantilever Glass Shelf 1 2 WhiteWestinghouse SpillFreeTM CANTILEVER SHELF ADJUSTMENT Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs Before adjusting the shelves remove all food Cantilever shelves are supported at the back of the refrigerator To adjust cantilever shelves 1 Lift front edge up 2 Pull shelf out Replace the...

Страница 10: ... Remove bin 3 Place bin in desired position 4 Lower bin onto supports until locked in place Adjustable Door Bin TALL BOTTLE RETAINER SOME MODELS The Tall Bottle Retainer keeps tall containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door To install hold the retainer at the top and slide it over the outside wall of the bin as shown in the diagram The Tall Bottle Reta...

Страница 11: ...e Meat KeeperTemperature Control to a warmer setting to prevent freezing HUMIDITY CONTROL SOME MODELS The Humidity Control present on some models with crisper drawers allows you to adjust the humidity within the crisper This can extend the life of fresh vegetables that keep best in high humidity NOTE Leafy vegetables keep best when stored with the Humidity Control set on Higher Humidity or in a dr...

Страница 12: ...er STATUS is used The following filter light indications are Green The filter is still operating within its specified life cycle Amber The filter has reached approximately 80 of its useful life This is the recommended time to purchase a replacement filter Red The filter is 100 used up Change the filter as soon as possible After the filter cartridge has been changed press and hold the FILTER RESET ...

Страница 13: ... soft water ensure that the softener is maintained and working properly Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser ICE DISPENSER TIPS Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor Empty the ice container and ensure that the wire signal arm is in its down or ON position The ice maker will then produce more ice Occasionally shake the ice container to keep ice separated Keep the wire signal arm in its u...

Страница 14: ...age the ice storage bin and dispenser mechanism CLEANING THE ICE DISPENSER Clean the dispenser and ice container at regular intervals particularly before you take a vacation or move or if the ice dispenser sticks 1 Stop ice production by lifting the wire signal arm to the up or OFF position 2 Remove ice container by lifting up and out Empty and carefully clean the container with mild detergent Rin...

Страница 15: ...ou will need to order one from the Consumer Assistance Center 6 Discard old filter cartridge 7 Remove new filter cartridge from packaging and place in cup The end with the small o ring should be up out of the cup 8 Screw cup with filter back onto housing Do Not Use Wrench To Reinstall Cup Filter cartridge will self align as cup is tightened Be sure cup is completely tightened with PureSource logo ...

Страница 16: ...his is normal 9 After you have run one glass of water continue to flush the system for approximately 3 minutes to assure that the purest water possible is stored in the water storage tank PureSource2TM Ice and Water Front Filter some models NOTE If you purchased a refrigerator with a PureSource2TM Ice andWater front filter please read the following use and care information This ice and water filte...

Страница 17: ...ding 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 freely allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible Avoid storing hard to freeze foods such as ice cream and orange juice on the freezer door shelves These foods are best stored in the f...

Страница 18: ...er dripping onto the defrost heater may cause a hissing or sizzling sound After defrosting a popping sound may occur D Automatic Ice Maker If your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic ice maker you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin E Cold Control Automatic Defrost Control These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the refrigerator on and off F Condenser Fan ...

Страница 19: ...king 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 Door Gaskets Soap and water Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth Drawers Bins Soap and water Do not wash any removable items bins drawers etc in dishwasher Glass Shelves Soap and water Glass cleaner Mild...

Страница 20: ... only be gone for a few days Long Vacations Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one 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...

Страница 21: ... 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...

Страница 22: ...eep food and containers from blocking door See PROBLEM section OPENING CLOSING OF DOORS DRAWERS Set refrigerator control to warmer setting until refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize Clean or change gasket Leaks in door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures Clean condenser See Care Cleaning Chart in Care ...

Страница 23: ...ERS Open door less often Keep containers covered Water collects on bottom side of drawer cover Vegetables contain and give off moisture It is not unusual to have moisture on the bottom side of the cover Move humidity control some models to lower setting Water collects in bottom of drawer Washed vegetables and fruit drain while in the drawer Dry items before putting them in the drawer Water collect...

Страница 24: ...ter to water supply line Consult a water purifying company Discard stale ice ICE DISPENSER Dispenser will not dispense ice Ice storage container is empty Freezer temperature is set too warm Household water line valve is not open Freezer door is not closed Ice dispensing arm has been held in for more than 4 5 minutes When the first supply of ice is dropped into the container the dispenser should op...

Страница 25: ... cut on pressure on the water pump system well systems only It is normal for a reverse osmosis system to be below 20 psi during the regenerative phase ODORS IN REFRIGERATOR Interior is dirty Interior needs to be cleaned Food with strong odors is in refrigerator See Care Cleaning Chart in Care and Cleaning section Cover food tightly OPENING CLOSING OF DOORS DRAWERS Door s will not close Door was cl...

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