All about the Use & Care of your Refrigerator TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Instructions ................................ 2 Sabbath Mode .................................................... 10 Features at a Glance ............................................. 4 Alerts ................................................................ 11 Installation .......................................................... 5 Changing The Filter / Interior Lighting ................. 12 Door Handle Removal Instructions ......................... 6 Storage Features ................................................ 13 297298700 (August 2010) Leveling Instructions ............................................ 7 Storage And Cleaning ......................................... 15 Door Removal Instructions .................................... 8 Major Appliance Warranty ................................... 17 Electronic Control ................................................. 8 Before you Call ................................................... 18 Electronic Control Features.................................... 9 www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING IMPORTANT Please read all instructions before using this IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or refrigerator. maintenance information which is important but not hazard-related. For Your Safety • DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other fl ammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read product labels for warnings regarding fl ammability and other hazards. • DO NOT operate the refrigerator in the presence of Installation Checklist explosive fumes. • Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can Doors cause severe cuts, and also destroy fi nishes if they Handles are secure and tight come in contact with other appliances or furniture. Door seals completely to cabinet on all sides Refrigerator door is level across the top Defi nitions Leveling Refrigerator is level, side-to-side and tilted This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert 1/4” (6mm) front-to-back you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety Kick plate is properly attached to refrigerator messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury Cabinet is setting solid on all corners or death. Electrical Power DANGER House power turned on Refrigerator plugged in DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious Final Checks injury. Shipping material removed Fresh food temperatures set Crisper humidity controls set WARNING Registration card sent in WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Child Safety Electrical Information Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any • The refrigerator must be plugged into its exterior wrapping material immediately after the own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., 15 Amp, AC refrigerator is unpacked. Children should NEVER use only electrical outlet. The power cord of the these items to play. Cartons covered with rugs, appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become plug for your protection against electrical shock airtight chambers, and can quickly cause suffocation. hazards. It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle. The Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator or receptacle must be installed in accordance with Freezer local codes and ordinances. Consult a qualifi ed Risk of child entrapment electrician. Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) circuit. Do not use past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators or freezers are an extension cord or adapter plug. still dangerous – even if they will sit for “just a few days”. • If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer, by an authorized service technician to prevent any please follow the instructions below to help prevent risk. accidents. • Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug fi rmly, and pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent Proper Disposal of Refrigerators/Freezers damaging the power cord. We strongly encourage responsible appliance recycling/ • Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before disposal methods. Check with your utility company or replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock. visit www.recyclemyoldfridge.com for more information • Performance may be affected if the voltage varies on recycling your old refrigerator. by 10% or more. Operating the refrigerator with Before you throw away your old refrigerator/ insuffi cient power can damage the compressor. freezer: Such damage is not covered under your warranty. • Remove doors. • Do not plug the unit into an electrical outlet • Leave shelves in place controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent so children may not the refrigerator from being turned off accidentally. easily climb inside. • Have refrigerant IMPORTANT removed by a qualifi ed service technician. To disconnect power to the unit, unplug the unit or switch the breaker that supplies power to the unit to the off position. WARNING These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in this refrigerator will operate properly. 3 FEATURE OVERVIEW Understanding Features and Terms Your Frigidaire refrigerator is designed for optimal convenience and storage fl exibility. The illustration below is provided to assist you with familiarizing yourself with product features and terminology. NOTE Features may vary according to model. Pro-Select™ Dairy Compartment Electronic Pure Control Advantage® Air Filter Air Baffl e Upper Level Incandescent Lighting Adjustable Door Bins SpaceWise™ Glass Shelves Deli Drawer Mid Level Gallon Door Incandescent Bins Lighting Crisper Drawer with Humidity Controls Adjustable Bottom Hinge Light Switch Kick Plate 4 INSTALLATION Required Tools You will need the following tools: This Use & Care Guide provides general operating Installation instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before starting the Installation clearances: refrigerator, follow these important fi rst steps. • Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical Location connections: • Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical Sides - 3/8 inch outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an Top and Back - 1 inch adapter plug. • Allow for trim kit if it to be installed with the unit. • If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher or NOTE other heat sources. • The refrigerator must be installed on a fl oor that is If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge side level and strong enough to support a fully loaded against a wall, you may have to allow additional space refrigerator. so the door can be opened wider. CAUTION 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 kick plate on the lower front of your Refrigerator refrigerator. Suffi cient air circulation is essential for the proper operation of your refrigerator. 3/8” (10mm) 5 DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS Door Handle Mounting Instructions 1. Remove handle from carton and any other A protective packaging. 2. Position refrigerator handle end caps over upper and lower pre-installed shoulder bolts (A) that are fastened into door, ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing towards the outside of door if a single unit installation or the freezer door (if installing the matching freezer) 3. While holding handle fi rmly against door, fasten upper and lower Allen set screws (B) with supplied B Allen wrench. 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to install freezer handle (if installing the matching freezer). Ensure the Single Unit Installation holes for the set screws are facing towards the refrigerator door. NOTE All set screws should be tightened and sub-fl ush (Allen set screw should be seated just below the surface of the end cap) of handle end cap. The end caps should be drawn tight to refrigerator door with no gaps. Kick Plate Removal To remove the kick plate, use a Phillips head Matching Refrigerator and Freezer Door Handle screwdriver and remove the two screws holding the Installation kick plate to the cabinet. Then pull the kick plate away from the unit. Leveling The refrigerator must have all bottom corners resting fi rmly on a solid fl oor. Remove Screws The fl oor must be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator. Kick Plate Removal It is VERY IMPORTANT for your refrigerator to be level in order to function properly. If the refrigerator is not leveled during installation, the door may be misaligned and not close or seal properly, causing cooling, frost or moisture problems. Leveling instructions continued on next page. 6 LEVELING INSTRUCTIONS To Level The Refrigerator: • Slide second unit into place leaving a minimum gap of 3/16” between units for door swing clearance. While unit is lying on its back for wood skid removal, • This last step may require at least one