All about the
Use&Care
of your Freezer
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Important Safety Instructions............................... |
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Electrical Information........................................... |
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Features Overview............................................... |
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Installation ......................................................... |
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Door Handle Removal Instructions........................ |
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Leveling Instructions ........................................... |
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Door Removal / Electronic Control ........................ |
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Electronic Control Features................................... |
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Sabbath Mode and Air Filter ................................. |
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C O N T E N T S |
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Alerts ................................................................ |
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Connecting Water Supply to Freezer .................... |
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Ice Service......................................................... |
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Interior Lighting ................................................. |
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Storage Features................................................ |
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Storage And Cleaning ......................................... |
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Major Appliance Warranty ................................... |
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Before You Call .................................................. |
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2010) (July 297298800
www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-944-9044 |
www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352 |
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Please read all instructions before using this freezer.
For Your Safety
•DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read product labels for warnings regarding flammability and other hazards.
•DO NOT operate the freezer in the presence of explosive fumes.
•Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can cause severe cuts, and also destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture.
Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Installation Checklist
Doors
Handles are secure and tight
Door seals completely to cabinet on all sides
Freezer door is level across the top
Leveling
Freezer is level, side-to-side and tilted 1/4” (6mm) front-to-back
Kick plate is properly attached to freezer
Cabinet is setting solid on all corners
Electrical Power
House power turned on
Freezer plugged in
Ice Maker
House water supply connected to freezer
No water leaks present at all connections - recheck in 24 hours
Ice maker is turned ON
Front filter must be flush with filter housing (select models)
Final Checks
Shipping material removed
Freezer temperatures set
Registration card sent in
WARNING
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.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard-related.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Child Safety
Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the freezer 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.
Proper Disposal of your Freezer
Risk of child entrapment
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned freezers or freezers are still dangerous – even if they will sit for “just a few days”. If you are getting rid of your old freezer or freezer, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
Proper Disposal of Refrigerators/Freezers
We strongly encourage responsible appliance recycling/ disposal methods. Check with your utility company or visit www.recyclemyoldfridge.com for more information on recycling your old freezer.
Before you throw away your old refrigerator/ freezer:
• Remove doors.
• Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside.
• Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service technician.
WARNING
These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in this freezer will operate properly.
Electrical Information
•The freezer must be plugged into its own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., 15 Amp, AC only electrical 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 receptacle. The receptacle must
be installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician. Avoid connecting freezer to a Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) circuit. Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug.
•If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced by an authorized service technician to prevent any risk.
•Never unplug the freezer by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord.
•Unplug the freezer before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock.
•Performance may be affected if the voltage varies by 10% or more. Operating the freezer with insufficient power can damage the compressor. Such damage is not covered under your warranty.
•Do not plug the unit into an electrical outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent the freezer from being turned off accidentally.
IMPORTANT
To disconnect power to the unit, unplug the unit or switch the breaker that supplies power to the unit to the off position.
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FEATURE OVERVIEW
Understanding Features and Terms
Your Frigidaire freezer is designed for optimal convenience and storage flexibility. The illustration below is provided to assist you with familiarizing yourself with product features and terminology.
NOTE
Features may vary according to model.
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Ice Bin |
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Air |
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Baffle |
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Lighting |
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Adjustable Door |
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Bins |
SpaceWise™ |
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Adjustable |
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Basket |
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Mid Level |
Full Width |
Lighting |
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Door Bins |
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Freezer |
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Basket |
Adjustable |
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Light |
Bottom Hinge |
Kick |
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Switch |
Plate
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Required Tools
You will need the following tools:
This Use & Care Guide provides general operating instructions for your model. Use the freezer only as instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before starting the freezer, follow these important first steps.
Location
•Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
•If possible, place the freezer out of direct sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat sources.
•The freezer must be installed on a floor that is level and strong enough to support a fully loaded freezer.
•Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic ice maker. If you do not hook up water to the freezer, remember to turn the ice maker off.
CAUTION
DO NOT install the freezer 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 freezer.
DO NOT block the kick plate on the lower front of your freezer. Sufficient air circulation is essential for the proper operation of your freezer.
NOTE
The exterior walls of the freezer may become quite warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from the inside. Temperatures as much as 30ºF warmer than room temperature can be expected.
INSTALLATION
Installation
Installation clearances:
•Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical connections:
Sides - 3/8 inch
Top and Back - 1 inch
•Allow for trim kit if it to be installed with the unit.
NOTE
If your freezer is placed with the door hinge side against a wall, you may have to allow additional space so the door can be opened wider.
Freezer
3/8” (10mm)
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DOOR HANDLE REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS |
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Door Handle Mounting Instructions |
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Remove handle from carton and any other protective |
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Position freezer handle end caps over upper and |
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lower pre-installed shoulder bolts (A) that are |
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fastened into door, ensuring the holes for the set |
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screws are facing towards the outside of door if a |
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single unit installation or the freezer door (if installing |
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While holding handle firmly against door, fasten |
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upper and lower Allen set screws (B) with supplied |
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Repeat steps 2 and 3 to install freezer handle (if |
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installing the matching freezer). Ensure the holes for |
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NOTE
All set screws should be tightened and sub-flush (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 freezer door with no gaps.
Kick Plate Removal
To remove the kick plate, use a Phillips head screwdriver and remove the two screws holding the kick plate to the cabinet. Then pull the kick plate away from the unit.
Matching Freezer and Freezer Door Handle
Installation
Leveling
•The freezer must have all bottom corners resting firmly on a solid floor.
•The floor must be strong enough to support a fully loaded freezer.
•It is VERY IMPORTANT for your freezer to be level in order to function properly. If the freezer 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.
Remove Screws
Kick Plate Removal
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To Level The Freezer:
While unit is lying on its back for wood skid removal, note the location of the four (4) leg levelers installed at each corner. These leg levelers will be used to level the freezer and to adjust the height. Use a carpenter’s level to level the freezer from front to back and side to side.
NOTE
Make sure to allow for the Trim and Leveling Kit if it is to be installed with the unit.
Level Front to Back & Side to Side
Leveling Instructions For Matching Ta ll Freezer / Tall Freezer Pair:
•Level door of first unit using all four levelers and slide unit into place. Recheck for levelness and adjust if necessary.
•Measure distance from floor to bottom of door on first unit. Adjust and level second unit so door height matches.
•Leg Level Adjustments:
•One full turn of all four leg levelers will raise door 5/32”.
LEVELING INSTRUCTIONS
•Slide second unit into place leaving a minimum
gap of 3/16” between units for door swing clearance.
•This last step may require at least one extraction of the second unit to properly align units in a “built-in” application.
Leveling Door with Adjustable Hinge
Use the lower hinge adjustment to fine tune the door height and for final cabinet spacing. Use a 7/16” socket or wrench to adjust the screw at the bottom of the lower hinge.
Adjusting Doors For Matching Tall Refrigerator / Tall Freezer Pair
The doors may also be adjusted side to side with the slotted hinge for aligning the doors parallel to each other. Loosen the two bolts with a 3/8” wrench and one screw with a Phillips screwdriver. Shift the doors until parallel, then retighten the screws securely. (See illustration below.)
Lower Hinge Adjustment For Leveling The Doors Of The Matching Tall Refrigerator / Tall Freezer Pair
To level the doors using the adjustable lower hinge (some models):
1.If the freezer door is lower than the freezer door, raise the freezer door by turning the adjustment screw clockwise using a 7/16 inch socket wrench. (See illustration below.)
2.If the freezer door is lower than the freezer door, raise the freezer door by turning the adjustment screw clockwise using a 7/16 inch socket wrench. (See illustration below.)
Slotted Hinge
Adjustment
3/8” Bolts
Screw
Freezer |
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