Frigidaire 216781800 Refrigerator User Manual
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1. cord of the appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against 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 voltage varies by 10 or more performance of your refrigerator may be affected Operating refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the compressor To prevent the refrigerator from being turned off accidentically do not plug unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord Do not pinch knot or bend the cord in any manner OTHER PRECAUTIONS e Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle To avoid electrical shock unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb NOTE Turning the temperature control to OFF turns off the compressor but does not disconnect the power to the light bulb or other electrical components Do not operate refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes Avoid fire hazard or electric shock Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug Do not remove any prong from the power cord Grounding type wall receptacle Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong2. the heater and fan Popping or cracking sound Metal parts undergo expansion This is normal Sound will level off or disappear as when compressor comes on and contraction as in hot water refrigerator continues to run pipes Bubbling or gurgling sound e Refrigerant used to cool This is normal like water boiling refrigerator is circulating throughout the system Vibrating or rattling noise e Refrigerator is not level It rocks Level the unit Refer to Leveling in the First Steps on the floor when it is moved Section slightly e Refrigerator is touching the wall e Relevel the refrigerator or move refrigerator slightly Refer to Leveling in the First Steps Section Snapping Sound Cold Control turning the This is normal refrigerator on and off WATER MOISTURE FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR Moisture forms on inside of Weather is hot and humid This is normal refrigerator walls Door may not be seating See DOOR PROBLEMS Section properly Door is kept open too long or is Open the door less often opened too frequently WATER MOISTURE FROST OUTSIDE REFRIGERATOR Moisture forms on outside of Door may not be seating See DOOR PROBLEMS Section refrigerator properly causing the cold air from inside the refrigerator to meet warm moist air from outside ODOR IN REFRIGERATOR Odors in refrigerator Interior needs to be cleaned Clean interior with sponge warm water and baking soda F
3. the refrigerator Secure all loose items by taping them securely in place to prevent damage Inthe moving vehicle secure refrigerator in an upright position to prevent movement Also protect outside of refrigerator with a blanket or similar item REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY Your refrigerator is protected by this warranty FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY WARRANTY PERIOD One year from original purchase date THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS WE WILL Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance which prove to be defective in materials or workmanship Excludes original and replacement Ice amp Water filter cartridges if equipped Original and replacement cartridges are warranted for 30 days parts only THE CONSUMER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM REFRIGERATOR OPERATION Refrigerator does not run Refrigerator runs too much or too long Interior refrigerator temperature is too cold Interior refrigerator temperature is too warm Refrigerator external surface temperature is warm SOUND AND NOISE Louder sound levels whenever refrigerator is on Longer sound levels when compressor comes on Before calling for service review this list It may save you time and expense This list includes common occurences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance CAUSE CORRECTION e Refrigerator is plugged into a Use another circuit I
4. Power supply cord with 3 prong grounding plug FIRST STEPS This Owner s Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Owner s Guide Before starting the refrigerator follow these important first steps INSTALLATION Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug For the most efficient operation the refrigerator should be located where surrounding temperatures will not drop below 10 F 12 C or exceed 110 F 43 C The Freeze Control Feature is designed to automatically maintain the selected interior refrigerator temperature within these boundaries Allow space around the unit for good air circulation Leave a3 inch 75 mm space on all sides of the refrigerator for adequate circulation 3 75mm Installation NOTE The exterior walls of the refrigerator may become quite warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from the inside Temperatures as much as 30 F warmer than room temperature can be expected For this reason it is particularly important in hotter climates to allow enough space for air circulation around your refrigerator LEVELING The refrigerator must have all bottom corners resting firmly on solid floor The floor must be strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator NOTE Itis Very Important for your refriger
5. Use amp Care Manual Refrigerator eee EEE en READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P N 216781800 0012 SERIAL MODEL NUMBERS CHILD SAFETY READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This Owner s Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model Use your refrigerator only as instructed in this guide 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 Record Your Model and Serial Numbers Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided below The serial plate is located on the upper left wall inside the refrigerator Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Model and Serial Number Plate Version en espanol Si desea obtener una copia en espafiol de este Manual del Usuario sivase escribir a la direcci n que se incluye a continuaci n Solicite la P N 216781900 Spanish Owner s Guides Electrolux Home Products P O Box 212378 Augusta GA 30917 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS REFRIGERATOR FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Read product labels for flammability and other warnings Destroy carton plastic bags and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the ref
6. ator 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 To Level Your Refrigerator After discarding crating screws and wood base use a carpenter s level to level the refrigerator from front to back Adjust the plastic leveling feet in front bubble higher so that the door closes easily when left halfway open Right To Lower Plastic Leveling Feet Crating an Screw Discard The 4 Crating Screws And 2 Wood Bases Unpacking and Leveling CLEANING Wash any removable parts of the refrigerator interior and exterior with mild detergent and warm water Wipe dry Do not use harsh cleaners on these surfaces Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels Any glue left from the tape can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild deter gent or touch the residue with the sticky side of tape already removed Do not remove the serial plate DOOR REMOVAL If door must be removed to fit through narrow doorways 1 Gently lay refrigerator on its back on a throw rug or blanket 2 Remove the base panel by unscrewing two screws from front of base panel 3 At the top of the cabinet lift up plastic hinge cover and fold back Figure 1 4 Use a Phi
7. f you are unsure about the outlet have circuit that has a ground fault it checked by a certified technician interrupt e Temperature control is in the See Setting the Temperature Control Section OFF position e Refrigerator may not be plugged Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet in or plug may be loose House fuse blown or tripped Check replace fuse with a 15 amp time delay fuse Reset circuit breaker circuit breaker e Power outage Check house lights Call local Electric Company Room or outside weather is hot It s normal for the refrigerator to work harder under these conditions e Refrigerator has recently been It takes 4 hours for the refrigerator to cool down disconnected for a period of completely time e Large amounts of warm or hot Warm food will cause refrigerator to run more until the food have been stored recently desired temperature is reached e Doors are opened too frequently Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more or too long Open doors less often e Refrigerator door may be slightly See DOOR PROBLEMS Section open e Temperature Control is set too Turn control knob to a warmer setting Allow several hours low for the temperature to stabilize e Refrigerator gasket is dirty Clean or change gasket Leaks in the door seal will cause worn cracked or poorly fitted refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperature Temperature Control is se
8. llips screwdriver to loosen and retighten the screws on the top hinge to ensure a secure assembly and prevent hinge slippage 5 Remove the top hinge from cabinet and lift door off lower hinge pin 6 After door is removed remove the two screws from the bottom hinge 7 Toreplace door reverse above order Screws Top Hinge Plastic Hinge Cover Refrigerator Door Adjustments Figure 1 e Install the refrigerator in the coolest EG Me S part of the room out of direct sunlight J Oo and away from heating ducts or X S registers Do not place the refrigerator next to heat producing appliances e p J such as a range oven or dishwasher 1 e Level the refrigerator so the door close S ENS tightly Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents Doing so causes the refrigerator to run longer and use more energy Shelves should not be lined with aluminum foil wax paper or paper toweling Liners interfere with cold air circulation making the refrigerator less efficient which could cause food spoilage e Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator This cuts down on moisture build up inside the unit e Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings Remove as many items as needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible SETTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL COOL DOWN PERIOD For safe food storage allow 4 hours for the refrigerator to c
9. oods with strong odors are in Cover the food tightly the refrigerator DOOR PROBLEMS Door will not close Refrigerator is not level It rocks This condition can force the cabinet out of square and on the floor when it is moved misalign the door Refer to Leveling in the First Steps slightly Section LIGHT BULB IS NOT ON Light bulb is not on Light bulb is burned out Follow directions under Interior Light in the Refrigerator Features Section No electric current is reaching See REFRIGERATOR OPERATION Section the refrigerator
10. ool down completely The refrigerator will run continuously for the first several hours TEMPERATURE CONTROL The temperature control is located inside the refrigerator The temperature is factory preset to provide satisfactory food storage temperatures However the temperature control is adjustable to provide a range of temperatures for your personal satisfaction If a colder temperature is desired turn the temperature control knob toward COLDEST and allow several hours for temperatures to stabilize between adjustments ADJUSTABLE INTERIOR SHELVES Multi position adjustable interior shelves can be moved to any position for larger or smaller packages The shipping spacers that stabilize the shelves for shipping should be removed and discarded Adjustable Interior Shelves Adjustable Interior Shelves and Slide Out Basket SLIDE OUT BASKET A Slide Out Basket some models located at the bottom of the refrigerator provides separate storage space for items that are difficultto store on refrigerator shelves To remove the basket pull out and lift up AUTOMATIC FREEZE CONTROL The Freeze Control Feature will maintain proper interior refrigerator temperature even when the refrigerator is placed in an area where the surrounding temperature drops down to 10 F 12 C INTERIOR LIGHT The light comes on automatically when the door is opened To replace the light bulb turn the temperat
11. rigerator is unpacked Children should never use these items to play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation e Remove all staples from the carton Staples can cause severe cuts and destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture An empty discarded ice box refrigerator or freezer is a very dangerous attraction to children Remove and discard any spacers used to secure the shelves during shipping Small objects are a choke hazard to children i Remove the door s of any appliance that is not in use even if it is being discarded Proper Disposal of Your Refrigerator Freezer Risk of child entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators or freezers are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR FREEZER Remove doors Leave shelves in place a so children may not 1 easily climb inside a ELECTRICAL INFORMATION These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in the design of this refrigerator will operate properly Refrigerator must be plugged into its own 115 Volt 60 Hz AC only electric outlet The power
12. t too Turn the control to a warmer setting Allow several hours low for the temperature to stabilize e Temperature Control is set too Turn control to a colder setting Allow several hours for the warm temperature to stabilize e Door is kept open too long or is Warm air enters the refrigerator every time the door is opened too frequently opened Open the door less often Door may not be seating See DOOR PROBLEMS Section properly Large amounts of warm or hot Wait until the refrigerator has had a chance to reach its food may have been stored selected temperature recently e Refrigerator has recently been Refrigerator requires 4 hours to cool down completely disconnected for a period of time The external refrigerator walls This is normal while the compressor works to transfer can be as much as 30 F warmer heat from inside the refrigerator cabinet than room temperature Modern refrigerators have This is normal When the surrounding noise level is low increased storage capacity and you might hear the compressor running while it cools the more stable temperatures They interior require a high efficiency compressor Refrigerator operates at higher This is normal Sound will level off or disappear as pressures during the start of the refrigerator continues to run ON cycle PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Fan runs when room Exterior thermostat has This is normal temperature is below 45 F activated
13. ure control to OFF and unplug the electrical cord Replace the old bulb with a bulb of the same wattage CARE AND CLEANING CLEANING THE INSIDE Wash inside surfaces of the refrigerator with a solution of two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart 1 136 litres warm water Rinse and dry Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the area of the controls or any electrical parts Wash the removable parts with the baking soda solution mentioned above or mild detergent and warm water Rinse and dry Never use metallic scouring pads brushes abrasive cleaners or alkaline solutions on any surface Do not wash removable parts in a dishwasher CLEANING THE OUTSIDE Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid deter gent Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth Replace parts and food WINN inten If leaving the refrigerator door open while on vacation make certain that children cannot get into the refrigerator and become entrapped VACATION AND MOVING TIPS Vacations If the refrigerator will not be used for several months Remove all food and unplug the power cord e Clean and dry the interior thoroughly e Leave the refrigerator door open slightly blocking it open if necessary to prevent odor and mold growth Moving When moving the refrigerator follow these guide lines to prevent damage Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet Remove foods and clean
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