Frigidaire Refrigerator Use & Care Guide

To install toe grille

1. Open both doors. Slide left and right sides of toe grille over lower hinges of refrigerator.
2. While pushing toe grille firmly against cabinet, fasten bottom clips of toe grille to cabinet.
3. Fasten top clips to cabinet.
4. Close the doors. Fasten right and left side clips into groove of bottom hinge.

Diagram Description: Illustrations show the steps for installing the toe grille, with numbered parts indicating clips and hinges.

To remove toe grille

1. With both doors closed, unfasten right and left side clips of toe grille from bottom hinge groove.
2. Open both doors. Press firmly on top of toe grille until top of toe grille pops off.
3. Pull toe grille outward toward your body and off of lower hinges.

Diagram Description: Illustrations show the steps for removing the toe grille, with numbered parts indicating clips and hinges.

Guidelines for final positioning of your refrigerator:

• All four corners of the cabinet must rest firmly on the floor.
• The cabinet should be level at the front and rear.
• The sides should tilt 1/4 inch (6 mm) from front to back (to ensure that doors close and seal properly).
• Doors should align with each other and be level.

All of these conditions can be met by raising or lowering the adjustable front rollers.

To level the cabinet using the front rollers:

1. Open both doors and remove the toe grille (see "Toe Grille Installation and Removal" in the “Installation” section).
2. Close the doors and use a flat-blade screwdriver or 3/8 inch socket wrench to raise or lower the front rollers.
3. Ensure both doors are bind-free with their seals touching the cabinet on all four sides.

To level the doors using the adjustable lower hinge (some models):

1. Before leveling either door, remove set screw that locks door height into position. (The door cannot be adjusted without set screw removed).
2. If the refrigerator door is lower than the freezer door, raise the refrigerator door by turning the adjustment screw clockwise using a 7/16 inch wrench. (See illustration.)
3. If the freezer door is lower than the refrigerator door, raise the freezer door by turning the adjustment screw clockwise using a 7/16 inch wrench. (See illustration.)

Diagram Description: Illustrations show how to adjust the door height using an adjustment screw on the lower hinge, with arrows indicating "Raise Door".

4. After leveling, verify door stop contacts lower hinge and top of door does not contact upper hinge through full movement of door (from fully closed to fully open).
5. Reinstall set screw, locking the door height.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows the hinge area with labels for "Door Stop", "Flange", "Open Door", "Hinge Flange", "Set Screw (some models)", and "Hinge". It also indicates the tools needed: "7/16" Wrench and 3/32" Hex Key (some models)".

6. Replace the toe grille by fitting it into place (see "Toe Grille Installation and Removal" in the "Installation" section).

To Disconnect

1. Press outer ring against face of fitting
2. Pull to remove tube

To Connect

1. Insert tube and push until mark touches face of fitting

To remove the freezer top hinge cover:

1. Remove the two screws from each cover over the top door hinges.
2. Lift hinge cover straight up and off.

CAUTION

Be sure doors are set aside in a secure position where they cannot fall and cause personal injury.

Frigidaire Professional®

Diagrams show the installation of end caps and set screws for Freezer Upper, Refrigerator Upper, Freezer Lower, and Refrigerator Lower end caps, with labels A and B indicating bolt and set screw locations.

Frigidaire Gallery®

Diagrams show the installation of end caps and set screws for Freezer Upper, Refrigerator Upper, Freezer Lower, and Refrigerator Lower end caps, with labels A and B indicating bolt and set screw locations.

Setting cooling temperatures

NOTE When you first power on the refrigerator, the temperature displays 0°F and 37°F. After a few seconds, both of the displays will switch to "HI". The displays will continue to show "HI" for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, the High Temp alarm will sound and both displays will show the actual temperature.

1. Plus (+) and Minus (–) indicators are located on the right side of the control panel.
2. Press the + or - indicator to adjust the temperature to the desired setting.

Alarms

Power Failure In the event of a power failure, the power fail alert will be illuminated. Press alarm reset to acknowledge the alarm. Other modes may be turned off until the alarm is acknowledged. When the power fail alert is acknowledged, the refrigerator will resume normal operation. The high temp alarm may also be illuminated until a safe operating range temperature has been reached.

Freezer Temp If the freezer temperature reaches 26°F or greater, the alarm will sound and the temperature will flash. You can disable the alarm by pressing the set key but the "High Temp" indicator will illuminate until the temperature goes below 26°F.

Fresh Food Temp If the fresh food temperature reaches 55°F or greater, the alarm will sound and the temperature will flash. You can disable the alarm by pressing the set key but the "High Temp" indicator will illuminate until the temperature goes below 55°F.

Door Ajar If the freezer or fresh food doors have been left open for five minutes or more, an alarm will sound and the door ajar indicator will illuminate on the display. Press the set key to reset any system alarms.

Flapper When "Cube" or "Crush" is selected, if the flapper (or ice chute door) is being held open by a jammed ice cube, an alarm will sound for two minutes. The alarm will reset after two minutes or when the ice cube is removed and the set key is pressed to reset.

Sabbath Mode

The Sabbath Mode is a feature that disables portions of the refrigerator and its controls in accordance with observance of the weekly Sabbath and religious holidays within the Orthodox Jewish community. Sabbath Mode is turned ON and OFF by pressing and holding both the "v" and "+" for five seconds. The display shows "Sb" while in Sabbath mode. In the Sabbath Mode, the High Temp alarm is active for health reasons. For example, if the door is left ajar the High Temp alarm is activated. The refrigerator will function normally once the door is closed, without any violation of the Sabbath/Holidays. The High Temp alarm is permitted when cabinet temperature is outside the safe zone for 20 minutes. The alarm silences itself after 10 minutes while the High Temp icon stays lit until the Sabbath mode is exited. For further assistance, guidelines for proper usage and a complete list of models with the Sabbath feature, please visit the web at http:\www.star-k.org.

NOTE While in Sabbath Mode, neither the lights, dispenser, nor the control panel will work until Sabbath Mode is deactivated. Refrigerator stays in Sabbath Mode after power failure recovery. It must be deactivated with the buttons on the control panel.

NOTE Although you have entered the Sabbath Mode, the ice maker will complete the cycle it had already initiated. The ice cube compartment will remain cold and new ice cubes can be made with standard trays.

Control Functions:

• POWER ON-OFF: Press and hold for three seconds to turn off the cooling system. It also turns off the ice maker and all dispenser functions. The display will read "OFF".
• DEFAULT SETTINGS: Press and hold for three seconds to reset all refrigerator settings to their factory default settings.
• ICE MAKER ON-OFF: Press and hold for 3 seconds to toggle the ice maker in the freezer compartment "ON" or "OFF".
• POWERPLUS FREEZE: Activates a faster rate for freezing food and increases ice production in the freezer. Deactivates after 12 hours.
• AIR FILTER: Displays the current status of the air filter (GOOD, ORDER, or REPLACE). To reset the filter status to "GOOD", press and hold for three seconds.
• WATER FILTER: Displays the current status of the water filter (GOOD, ORDER, or REPLACE). To reset the filter status to "GOOD", press and hold for three seconds.
• REFRIGERATOR TEMP: Allows the temperature set-points to be adjusted. Press the "-" or "+" indicator to adjust the temperature to the desired setting. Control temperatures range from +33°F / +1°C to +43°F / +6°C.
• FREEZER TEMP: Allows the temperature set-points to be adjusted. Press the "-" or "+" indicator to adjust the temperature to the desired setting. Control temperatures range from -6°F / -21°C to +4°F / -16°C.

Dispenser Controls (options may vary)

• WATER: Press the "WATER" key to select water.
• CUBES: Press the "CUBES" key to select cubed ice.
• CRUSHED: Press the "CRUSHED" key to select crushed ice.
• light: Toggles dispenser light on and off.

Alarms

Power Failure In the event of a power failure, the "POWER FAIL" alert will be illuminated. Press "MUTE ALARM" to acknowledge the alarm. Other modes may be turned off until the alarm is acknowledged. While a "POWER FAIL" alert is displayed on the control panel, the unit will continue normal operation. The "POWER FAIL" alert on the control panel will be removed once the user acknowledges the power fail condition by pressing "MUTE ALARM" or "DEFAULT SETTINGS".

Freezer Temp If the freezer temperature reaches 26°F or greater, the alarm will sound and the temperature will flash and the dispenser control will display "HIGH TEMP DETECTED". You can disable the alarm by pressing "MUTE ALARM" but the "HIGH TEMP DETECTED" indicator will illuminate until the temperature goes below 26°F.

Fresh Food Temp If the fresh food temperature reaches 55°F or greater, the alarm will sound and the temperature will flash and the dispenser control will display "HIGH TEMP DETECTED". You can disable the alarm by pressing "MUTE ALARM" but the "HIGH TEMP DETECTED" indicator will illuminate until the temperature goes below 55°F.

Door Ajar If the freezer or fresh food doors have been left open for five minutes or more, an alarm will sound and the door ajar indicator will illuminate on the display. Press "MUTE ALARM" to reset any system alarms.

Flapper When "CUBES" or "CRUSHED" is selected, if the flapper (or ice chute door) is being held open by a jammed ice cube, an alarm will sound for two minutes and the current selection will blink on the dispenser control. The alarm will reset after two minutes or when the ice cube is removed.

Sabbath Mode

The Sabbath Mode is a feature that disables portions of the refrigerator and its controls in accordance with observance of the weekly Sabbath and religious holidays within the Orthodox Jewish community. Sabbath Mode is turned ON and OFF by simultaneously pressing and holding both the freezer "-" and the refrigerator "+" for five seconds. The display shows "Sb" while in Sabbath mode. In the Sabbath Mode, the "HIGH TEMP" alarm is active for health reasons. For example, if the door is left ajar the "HIGH TEMP" alarm is activated. The refrigerator will function normally once the door is closed, without any violation of the Sabbath/Holidays. The "HIGH TEMP" alarm is permitted when cabinet temperature is outside the safe zone for 20 minutes. The alarm silences itself after 10 minutes while the "HIGH TEMP" icon stays lit until the Sabbath mode is exited. For further assistance, guidelines for proper usage and a complete list of models with the Sabbath feature, please visit the web at http:\www.star-k.org.

NOTE While in Sabbath Mode, neither the lights, dispenser, nor the control panel will work until Sabbath Mode is deactivated. Refrigerator stays in Sabbath Mode after power failure recovery. It must be deactivated with the buttons on the control panel.

NOTE Although you have entered the Sabbath Mode, the ice maker will complete the cycle it had already initiated. The ice cube compartment will remain cold and new ice cubes can be made with standard trays.

CAUTION

To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change. Allow the glass shelves to stabilize to room temperature before cleaning. Do not wash in dishwasher.

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.

Diagram Description: An illustration shows a cantilever glass shelf being lifted at the front edge and pulled out.

Door storage

Door bins and shelves are provided for convenient storage of jars, bottles, and cans. Frequently used items can be quickly selected. Some models have door bins that can accommodate gallon-sized plastic drink containers and economy-sized jars and containers. Some bins are adjustable for maximum storage capacity. The dairy compartment, which is warmer than the general food storage section, is intended for short term storage of cheese, spreads, or butter.

Fresh Drawers with Humidity Control (some models)

The fresh drawers, located under the bottom refrigerator shelf, are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. The fresh drawers feature humidity control which allows you to adjust the humidity within the drawer. This can extend the life of fresh vegetables that keep best in high humidity. Wash items in clear water and remove excess water before placing them in the crispers.

Diagram Description: A graphic shows a "Crisper Humidity Control" with two levels: "Higher Humidity" and "Lower Humidity".

NOTE Leafy vegetables keep best when stored with the humidity control set on Higher Humidity, or in a drawer without a Humidity Control. This keeps incoming air to a minimum and maintains maximum moisture content.

Crispers

Crispers allow you the flexibility to store any manner of items including fruits, vegetables, nuts, etc. Crispers do not feature humidity controls.

Diagram Description: An illustration shows a "Crisper Drawer".

Cool Drawer (some models)

Some models are equipped with a Cool Drawer for storage of luncheon meats, spreads, cheeses, and other deli items. This drawer does not have a separate temperature control.

Chill Drawer (some models)

Some models are equipped with a Chill Drawer. Chill Drawer temperatures can be adjusted by sliding the Chill Drawer Temperature Control in either direction. Use this pan for short term storage of bulk meat items. If meats are to be kept longer than one or two days, they should be frozen. The Chill Drawer is fixed and cannot be moved up or down. If fruits or vegetables are to be stored in the Chill Drawer, set the Chill Drawer Temperature Control to a warmer setting to prevent freezing.

Diagram Description: An illustration shows a "Chill Drawer with Temperature Control" with a slider for "Colder" and "Warmer".

Priming the Water Supply System

Your refrigerator's water supply system includes several tubing lines, an advanced water filter, and a distribution valve bank to ensure ample supply to the ice and water dispenser at all times. This system needs to be completely filled with water when first connected to an external supply line.

CAUTION For proper dispenser operation, recommended water supply pressure should fall between 30 psi and 100 psi. Excessive pressure may cause water filter to malfunction.

Ice Maker Operation & Care

The ice maker, ice bin, and dispenser feeding mechanism are located in the top of the freezer compartment. After the refrigerator is installed properly and has cooled for several hours, the ice maker can produce ice within 24 hours. It can completely fill an ice bin in about two days.

Turning the SIDE MOUNTED Ice Maker On and Off

To begin ice production, lower the wire signal arm to the DOWN or ON position. The ice maker turns off automatically when the ice container becomes full. To stop the ice maker, raise the wire signal arm until it clicks and locks in the UP or OFF position.

Diagram Description: An illustration shows the wire signal arm in the ON and OFF positions.

Cleaning the Ice Maker

Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular intervals, particularly before you take a vacation or move.

Priming the water supply system

CAUTION For proper dispenser operation, recommended water supply pressure should fall between 30 psi and 100 psi. Excessive pressure may cause the system to malfunction.

1. Begin filling the system by pressing and holding a drinking glass against the water dispenser paddle.
2. Keep the glass in this position until water comes out of the dispenser. It may take about 1 1/2 minutes.
3. Continue dispensing water for about four minutes to flush the system and plumbing connections of any impurities (stopping to empty the glass as necessary).

NOTE The water dispenser has a built-in device that shuts off the water flow after three minutes of continuous use. To reset this shutoff device, simply release the dispenser paddle.

NOTE Dispensed water is not chilled. For colder water, add ice to cup or container before dispensing water.

Ice maker operation & care

After the refrigerator is installed properly and has cooled for several hours, the ice maker can produce ice within 24 hours. The ice maker will fill the ice bin from the rear. You must dispense some ice to force the ice forward in the bin. This will allow the bin to fill completely.

Ice Maker and Storage Bin Capacity

This ice maker should produce 2.5 to 3 pounds of ice per 24 hours, depending on usage conditions. Ice is produced at a rate of 10 cubes every 75 to 90 minutes.

How much ice can be stored in the ice bin? When completely full, the bin in standard depth units will hold about 11 pounds of ice (total weight of ice and bin will be about 15 pounds). The bin in counter depth units will hold about 8.5 pounds of ice (total weight of ice and bin will be about 12 pounds).

Turning the ice maker on and off

Ice production is controlled by the ice maker's On/Off feature on the control panel. Pressing and holding the On/Off button toggles the ice maker On/Off.

IMPORTANT Turning off the ice maker simply disables ice making. You will still be able to dispense existing ice, and you will still be able to dispense water.

NOTE The ice maker also has a built-in plastic signal arm that automatically stops ice production when the ice bin is full. This signal arm should not be used to manually stop the ice maker.

Using the ice maker after installation

Before making ice for the first time, be sure to prime the water supply system. Air in new plumbing lines can result in two or three empty ice maker cycles. Furthermore, if the system is not flushed, the first ice cubes may be discolored or have an odd flavor.

IMPORTANT Your ice maker is turned on at the factory so it can work as soon as you install your refrigerator. If you cannot connect a water supply, set the ice maker's On/Off feature to Off; otherwise, the ice maker's fill valve may make a loud chattering noise when it attempts to operate without water.

IMPORTANT On occasion, unusually small ice cubes may be noticed in the bucket or in dispensed ice. This could occur in normal operation of the ice maker. If you start seeing these more frequently, it may be an indication of low water pressure or the water filter needs to be replaced. As the water filter nears the end of its useful life and becomes clogged with particles, less water is delivered to the ice maker during each cycle. Remember, if it's been six months or longer since you last changed your water filter, replace the water filter with a new one. Poor quality household water may require the filter to be changed more frequently.

Cleaning the storage bin

Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular intervals, especially prior to vacation or moving.

1. Turn off the ice maker.
2. Remove the ice bin by lifting up slightly on the front of the bin and pulling it straight out of the ice maker housing.

Diagram Description: An illustration shows how to remove the ice bin.

Locating the Filter

Your refrigerator is equipped with a water filtering system. The water filter system filters all dispensed drinking water, as well as the water used to produce ice.

Changing the Filter - Frigidaire Gallery (Continued)

Changing the Filter - Frigidaire Pro

Normal Operating Sounds and Sights

Understanding the Sounds you may Hear

Your new, high-efficiency refrigerator may introduce unfamiliar sounds. These sounds normally indicate your refrigerator is operating correctly. Some surfaces on floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make these sounds more noticeable.

Following is a list of major components in your refrigerator and the sounds they can cause:

• A Evaporator Refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound.
• B Evaporator fan You may hear air being forced through the refrigerator by the evaporator fan.
• C Defrost heater During defrost cycles, water dripping onto the defrost heater may cause a hissing or sizzling sound. After defrosting, a popping sound may occur.
• D Automatic ice maker When ice has been produced, you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin.
• E Electronic control & automatic defrost control These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the cooling system on and off.
• F Condenser fan You may hear air being forced through the condenser.
• G Compressor Modern, high-efficiency compressors run much faster than in the past. The compressor may have a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound.
• H Water valve Makes a buzzing sound each time it opens to fill the ice maker.
• I Drain pan (not removable) You may hear water dripping into the drain pan during the defrost cycle.
• J Condenser May create minimal sounds from forced air.
• K Motorized damper May produce a light humming during operation.
• L Ice chute When dispensing ice, you will hear a snapping or clicking sound when the solenoid opens and closes the ice chute.

Diagram Description: A diagram of refrigerator components is shown with labels A through L corresponding to the sounds described.

NOTE Energy efficient foam in your refrigerator is not a sound insulator.

NOTE During automatic defrost cycle, a red glow in the back wall vents of your freezer compartment is normal.

Care & Cleaning

Before You Call

Major Appliance Warranty

Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions.