AEG-Electrolux GS18HTZDSB, FRT8S6ESB User Manual

P/N 240400112 (0505)

Welcome & Congratulations

Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We
here at Electrolux Home Products, Inc. are very proud of
our product and we are completly committed to providing
you with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our
#1 priority.

Please read this Use & Care Manual very carefully. It contains
valuable information on how to properly maintain your new
refrigerator.

We know you’ll enjoy your new refrigerator and Thank You
for choosing our product. We hope you consider us for future
purchases.

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating
instructions for your model. Use your refrigerator only as
instructed in this manual. 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.

Please record your model and serial numbers below for
future reference. This information is found on your serial
plate located inside the refrigerator compartment.

Questions?

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(United States)

1-866-213-9397

(Canada)

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NOTE: Use only soap and water to clean serial plate.

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refrigerator.

Product

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Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: Please Read All Instructions Before Using This Refrigerator.

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 refrigerator in the presense of
explosive fumes.

• Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice
maker.

• 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.

CHILD SAFETY

Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any exterior
wrapping material immediately after the refrigerator 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.

These Guidelines Must Be Followed To Ensure That Safety Mechanisms In This Refrigerator
Will Operate Properly.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR REFRIGERATOR
OR FREEZER

Risk of child entrapment

Child entrapment and
suffocation are not problems of
the past. Junked or abondoned
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 so children may not easily climb
inside.

• Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service
technician.

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

• The refrigerator must be plugged into its own
dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only electric 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.

Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug.

• If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced by the
manufacturer, service technician or a qualified person to
prevent any risk.

• Never unplug the refrigerator 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 refrigerator 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 refrigerator with insufficient
power can damage the compressor. Such damage is
not covered under your warranty.

• Do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall
switch or pull cord to prevent the refrigerator from being
turned off accidentally.

• Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground Fault Interruptor
(GFI) circuit.

IMPORTANT: Turning the Freezer and Fresh Food
Controls to “0” turns off the compressor and prevents
your refrigerator from cooling, but does not disconnect
the power to the light bulb and other electrical
components. To turn off power to your refrigerator you
must unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

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Installation

This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating
instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as
instructed in this Use & Care Manual. Before starting the

refrigerator, 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 refrigerator out of direct sunlight
and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat
sources.

• The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is level
and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator.

• Consider water supply availability for models equipped
with an automatic ice maker.

INSTALLATION

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 toe grille on the
lower front of your refrigerator. Sufficient air
circulation is essential for the proper operation of
your refrigerator.

Installation Clearances

• Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical
connections:

Sides & Top --------------- 3/8”
Back ------------------------ 1”

LEVELING

All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a
solid floor. Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable front
rollers

or front leveling screws to help level your unit.

To Level Your Refrigerator:

1. Remove toe grille.

2. Use flat-blade screwdriver or 3/8” socket wrench
to adjust front rollers.

leveling screws.

NOTE: Raise the front of the refrigerator enough so the
doors close freely when opened halfway. The refrigerator
should slope ¼” to ½” from front to back. Then level the
refrigerator from side to side.

Use adjustable wrench to adjust

NOTE: If you see black coils/tubing on the back of your
refrigerator (air-cooled condenser) leave 3” clearance at
top of refrigerator.

DOOR OPENING

NOTE: If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge

side against a wall, you may have to allow additional
space so the door can be opened wider.

Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access
to a counter when removing food. To make this possible, the
direction in which the doors open can be reversed. See

Removal & Reversal Instructions

on page 6.

Door

Adjustable Front Roller

Raise

Stationary Front Roller with Leveling Screw

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Installation

To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personal injury, disconnect the

refrigerator from electrical power before connecting a water supply line to the refrigerator.

To Avoid Property Damage:

• Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply line. Water supply tubing made of ¼” plastic is not
recommended since it greatly increases the potential for water leaks. Manufacturer will not be responsible for
any damage if plastic tubing is used for supply line.

• DO NOT install water supply tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing.

• Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the ice maker. If the ice maker is connected to soft
water, ensure that the softener is maintained and working properly.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that your water supply line connections comply with all local plumbing codes.

Before Installing The Water Supply Line, You Will Need

• Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, flat-blade screwdriver, and PhillipsTM screwdriver

• Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 120 psi.

• A water supply line made of ¼ inch (6.4 mm) OD, copper tubing. To determine the length of copper tubing needed,
you will need to measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water
pipe. Then add approximately 7 feet (2.1 meters), so the refrigerator can be moved out for cleaning (as shown).

• A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system. DO NOT use a self-piercing type
shutoff valve.

• A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for connecting the water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve.

- Connecting Optional Ice Maker To Water Supply

NOTE: Water line kit number 5303917950, available from your appliance dealer at additional cost, contains 25 feet (7.6

meters) of ¼ inch OD copper tubing, a saddle type shutoff valve (nonpiercing), (2) ¼ inch brass compression nuts, (2)
ferrules/sleeves, and instructions for installing a water supply line.

To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve

1. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source.

2. Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket. Turn ON water supply
and flush supply line until water is clear. Turn OFF water supply at shut
off valve.

3. Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap.

4. Slide brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) onto water supply line,
as shown.

5. Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go (¼ inch).
Slide ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut
onto valve. Tighten another half turn with a wrench; DO NOT over tighten.

6. With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply line to rear panel of
refrigerator as shown.

7. Coil excess water supply line (about 2½ turns) behind refrigerator as shown
and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface.

8. Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that
leak.

9. Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source.

10. To turn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm (see ice maker front cover for ON/
OFF position of arm).

IMPORTANT: It takes approximately 24 hours for the ice maker to begin producing ice. Air in new plumbing lines may
cause ice maker to cycle two or three times before making a full tray of ice. New plumbing may cause ice to be discolored
or have poor flavor. Discard ice made during the first 24 hours.

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Door Removal and Reversal Instructions

DOOR REMOVAL AND REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS:

NOTE: If you have stainless steel doors -- go to the

Steel Doors and Handles

NOTE: The direction in which your refrigerator doors open (door swing)
can be reversed, from left to right or right to left, by moving the door
hinges from one side to the other. Reversing the door swing should be
performed by a qualified person.

IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator temperature control
to “0” and remove the electrical power cord from the wall outlet. Remove
any food from door shelves.

1. Remove toe grille and top hinge cover.

2. Remove top hinge with 3/8” hex driver and lift freezer door off of
center hinge pin. Set door aside.

3. Unscrew center hinge pin using adjustable wrench and save for
reassembly. Ensure plastic washer stays on hinge pin.

4. Lift refrigerator door off of bottom hinge and set aside.

5. Remove center hinge and shim by removing inside screw and
loosening two outside screws enough to allow hinge and shim to
slide out. Tighten screws.

6. Loosen two outside screws on opposite side of refrigerator, remove
inside screw and install center hinge.

7. Remove two screws on bottom hinge with 3/8” socket wrench.

8. Install bottom hinge on opposite side with the two screws removed
from step 7.

9. Unscrew bottom hinge pin using adjustable wrench. Move hinge pin
to other hole in hinge and tighten with adjustable wrench.

10. Reverse door handles (see instructions on next page).

11. Move freezer and refrigerator door stops to opposite side. Before
starting screws, use an awl to puncture the foam.

12. Position refrigerator door onto bottom hinge pin and screw center
hinge pin through center hinge into top of door. Close refrigerator door
to help align hinge hole.

13. Tighten center hinge pin with adjustable wrench.

14. Remove cabinet and hinge hole plugs and move to opposite side.

15. Lower freezer door onto center hinge pin.

16. Close freezer door. Have an assistant lift up on opposite side of door
while tightening screws to install top hinge.

17. Replace toe grille and top hinge cover.

18. Plug in electrical power cord and turn refrigerator temperature control
to center position. Adjust setting as necessary.

Section on page 9.

Removing Stainless

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Door Removal and Reversal Instructions

NOTE: Some models have “pocket” handles, which are recessed into the sides of the door. On these models, only the

hinges will need to be reversed.

(continued)

TO REMOVE FREEZER HANDLE:

(Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.)

1. Remove two screws attaching handle to bottom of freezer door.

2. Remove short trim piece by sliding trim straight up and off of handle
bracket.

3. Remove screw attaching top of handle to door.

4. Magnetic Nameplate Models: Gently pry magnetic nameplate frame from
door. Remove nameplate from its frame, turn frame upside down and
install in old handle holes. Insert magnetic nameplate into frame.

Self-Adhesive Nameplate Models: Gently peel off nameplate from door
and reapply over old handle holes.

TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE:

1. Reinstall handle on opposite side, using same hole as nameplate.

2. Attach handle to bottom of door.

3. Slide trim piece straight down onto handle bracket.

TO REMOVE FREEZER HANDLE:

(Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.)

1. Remove two screws attaching handle to bottom of freezer door.

2. Swing bottom of handle away from the door and slide handle straight up
and off of dovetail button.

3. Remove screw and dovetail button and install on other side, using the
same holes as nameplate.

4. Magnetic Nameplate Models: Use putty knife to gently pry magnetic
nameplate frame from door. Remove nameplate from its frame, turn frame
upside down and install in old handle holes. Insert magnetic nameplate
into frame.

Self-Adhesive Nameplate Models: Use putty knife to gently peel off name
plate from door and reapply over old handle holes.

TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE:

1. Start with handle offset away from door. Place top of handle over dovetail
button, swing handle into an upright position and pull downward, locking it
into place.

2. Secure bottom of handle with two screws removed earlier.

TO REMOVE FREEZER HANDLE:

(Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.)

1. Remove two screws attaching handle to bottom of freezer door.

2. Remove button plug using edge of putty knife.

3. Remove screw on side of freezer door and remove handle.

TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE:

1. Secure side of handle to door and replace button plug.

2. Secure handle to bottom of door.

NOTE: To remove freezer handle, refer to figure 3 on page 9.

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