P/N 216781800 (0012)
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SERIAL / MODEL NUMBERS CHILD SAFETY
• Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS material immediately after the refrigerator is unpacked.
This Owner’s Guide provides specific operating instructions Children should never use these items to play. Cartons
for your model. Use your refrigerator only as instructed in covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or
this guide. These instructions are not meant to cover every stretch wrap may become airtight chambers, and can
possible condition and situation that may occur. Common quickly cause suffocation.
sense and caution must be practiced when installing, • Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can cause
operating, and maintaining any appliance. severe cuts, and destroy finishes if they come in
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers contact with other appliances or furniture.
• An empty, discarded ice box, refrigerator, or freezer is a
Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided very dangerous attraction to children.
below. The serial plate is located on the upper left wall
inside the refrigerator. • Remove and discard any spacers used to secure the
shelves during shipping. Small objects are a choke
Model Number: hazard to children.
Serial Number:
Purchase Date: 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:
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Electrolux Home Products
P.O. Box 212378
Augusta, GA 30917
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS mechanisms in the design of this refrigerator will
operate properly.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
• Refrigerator must be plugged into its own 115 Volt,
THIS REFRIGERATOR.
60 Hz., AC only electric outlet. The power cord of the
appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding
FOR YOUR SAFETY plug for your protection against shock hazards. It must
Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable vapors and be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read prong receptacle. The receptacle must be installed in
product labels for flammability and other warnings. accordance with local codes and ordinances. Consult a
qualified electrician. Do not use an extension cord or
adapter plug.
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• If voltage varies by 10% or more, performance of your • Allow space around the unit for good air circulation.
refrigerator may be affected. Operating refrigerator with Leave a 3 inch (75 mm) space on all sides of the
insufficient power can damage the compressor. refrigerator for adequate circulation.
• 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
• 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.
Installation
• Do not operate refrigerator in the presence of explosive
fumes. NOTE: The exterior walls of the refrigerator may become
quite warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from
Avoid fire hazard or the inside. Temperatures as much as 30° F warmer than
electric shock. Do not use an extension room temperature can be expected. For this reason it is
cord or an adapter plug. Do not remove particularly important in hotter climates to allow enough
any prong from the power cord. space for air circulation around your refrigerator.
LEVELING
The refrigerator must have all bottom corners resting firmly
on a solid floor. The floor must be strong enough to support
a fully loaded refrigerator. NOTE: 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.
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, ½ bubble higher, so
that the door closes easily when left halfway open.
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. Unpacking and Leveling
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CLEANING
• Wash any removable parts of the refrigerator interior, and • Install the refrigerator in the coolest
exterior with mild detergent and warm water. Wipe dry. part of the room, out of direct sunlight
Do not use harsh cleaners on these surfaces. and away from heating ducts or
• Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments, registers. Do not place the refrigerator
which can scratch the appliance surface when removing next to heat- producing appliances
such as a range, oven or dishwasher.
adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tape can be
removed with a mixture of warm water and mild deter- • Level the refrigerator so the door close
gent, or touch the residue with the sticky side of tape tightly.
already removed. Do not remove the serial plate. • 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.
• Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing
them in the refrigerator. This cuts down on moisture
build-up inside the unit.
• 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
cool down completely. The refrigerator will run continuously
for the first several hours.
DOOR REMOVAL
If door must be removed to fit through narrow doorways: TEMPERATURE CONTROL
1. Gently lay refrigerator on its back, on a throw rug or The temperature control is located inside the refrigerator. The
blanket. temperature is factory preset to provide satisfactory food
2. Remove the base panel by unscrewing two screws storage temperatures. However, the temperature control is
from front of base panel. adjustable to provide a range of temperatures for your
3. At the top of the cabinet, lift up plastic hinge cover, and personal satisfaction. If a colder temperature is desired, turn
fold back. (Figure 1) the temperature control knob toward COLDEST and allow
4. Use a Phillips® screwdriver to loosen and retighten several hours for temperatures to stabilize between adjustments.
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. To replace door, reverse above order.
Refrigerator Door Adjustments
Figure 1
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ADJUSTABLE INTERIOR SHELVES
CARE AND CLEANING
Multi-position adjustable interior shelves can be moved to
any position for larger or smaller packages. The shipping CLEANING THE INSIDE
spacers that stabilize the shelves for shipping should be
removed and discarded. 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
Adjustable Interior Shelves
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.
WARNING 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:
Adjustable Interior Shelves
and Slide-Out Basket If the refrigerator will not be used for several months:
• Remove all food and unplug the power cord.
SLIDE-OUT BASKET • Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
A Slide-Out Basket (some models) located at the bottom of • Leave the refrigerator door open slightly, blocking it open
the refrigerator, provides separate storage space for items if necessary, to prevent odor and mold growth.
that are difficult to store on refrigerator shelves. To remove
Moving: When moving the refrigerator, follow these guide-
the basket, pull out and lift up.
lines to prevent damage:
AUTOMATIC FREEZE CONTROL • Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
• Remove foods and clean the refrigerator.
The Freeze Control Feature will maintain proper interior
refrigerator temperature even when the refrigerator is • Secure all loose items by taping them securely in place
placed in an area where the surrounding temperature drops to prevent damage.
down to 10° F (-12° C). • In the moving vehicle, secure refrigerator in an upright
position to prevent movement. Also protect outside of
INTERIOR LIGHT refrigerator with a blanket, or similar item.
The light comes on automatically when the door is opened.
To replace the light bulb, turn the temperature control to
OFF and unplug the electrical cord. Replace the old bulb
with a bulb of the same wattage.
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REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY
Your refrigerator is protected by this warranty
WARRANTY THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS,
THE CONSUMER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
PERIOD WE WILL:
FULL ONE-YEAR One year from original Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this
WARRANTY purchase date appliance which prove to be defective in materials or
workmanship. Excludes original and replacement Ice
& Water filter cartridges (if equipped). Original and
replacement cartridges are warranted for 30 days
(parts only).
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Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list
TROUBLESHOOTING includes common occurences that are not the result of defective workmanship or
GUIDE materials in this appliance.
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
REFRIGERATOR OPERATION
Refrigerator does not run. • Refrigerator is plugged into a • Use another circuit. If you are unsure about the outlet,have
circuit that has a ground fault it checked by a certified technician.
interrupt.
• Temperature control is in the • See Setting the Temperature Control Section.
OFF position.
• 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.
• Power outage. • Check house lights. Call local Electric Company.
Refrigerator runs too much or • Room or outside weather is hot. • It's normal for the refrigerator to work harder under these
too long. conditions.
• Refrigerator has recently been • It takes 4 hours for the refrigerator to cool down
disconnected for a period of completely.
time.
• 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.
• Doors are opened too frequently • Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more.
or too long. Open doors less often.
• Refrigerator door may be slightly • See "DOOR PROBLEMS" Section.
open.
• Temperature Control is set too • Turn control knob to a warmer setting. Allow several hours
low. for the temperature to stabilize.
• 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.
Interior refrigerator temperature • Temperature Control is set too • Turn the control to a warmer setting. Allow several hours
is too cold. low. for the temperature to stabilize.
Interior refrigerator temperature • Temperature Control is set too • Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several hours for the
is too warm. warm. temperature to stabilize.
• 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.
• Refrigerator has recently been • Refrigerator requires 4 hours to cool down completely.
disconnected for a period of
time.
Refrigerator external surface • The external refrigerator walls • This is normal while the compressor works to transfer
temperature is warm. can be as much as 30°F warmer heat from inside the refrigerator cabinet.
than room temperature.
SOUND AND NOISE
Louder sound levels whenever • Modern refrigerators have • This is normal. When the surrounding noise level is low,
refrigerator is on. increased storage capacity and you might hear the compressor running while it cools the
more stable temperatures. They interior.
require a high efficiency
compressor.
Longer sound levels when • Refrigerator operates at higher • This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as
compressor comes on. pressures during the start of the refrigerator continues to run.
ON cycle.
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PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
SOUND AND NOISE (Cont.)
Fan runs when room • Exterior thermostat has • This is normal.
temperature is below 45°F. activated 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, • Refrigerant (used to cool • This is normal.
like water boiling. refrigerator) is circulating
throughout the system.
Vibrating or rattling noise. • 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.
• Refrigerator is touching the wall. • 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.
• Foods 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.
