Crosley 242111500 Use & Care Manual

CROSLEY

Use & Care Manual

Side by Side

Refrigerator

WELCOME& CONGRATULATIONS.................... 2

IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS................ 3

iNSTALLATiON......................................... 4-5

CONNECTINGHOUSEHOLDWATERSUPPLYTO

REFRIGERATOR......................................... 6

DOORREMOVALINSTRUCTIONS..................... 7

DOORHANDLEMOUNTINGINSTRUCTIONS........ 8

TEMPERATURECONTROLS........................ 9-11

LOOKINGINSIDE................................... 12-13

AUTOMATICICE& WATERDISPENSER......... 14-18

FOODSTORAGE& ENERGYSAVINGIDEAS........ 19

NORMALOPERATINGSOUNDS& SIGHTS......... 20

CARE& CLEANING................................. 21-22

WARRANTY............................................. 23

BEFOREYOUCALL................................ 24-27

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS PN: 242111500 (April 2010)

Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We
here at Crosley Corporation are very proud of our product and
we are completely 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 ThankYou
for choosing our product. We hope you consider us for future
purchases.

FOR PRODUCT INFORMATION CONTACT:

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 the serial plate located
inside the refrigerator compartment.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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this manual are labeled with a Danger, Warning, or Caution

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Crosley Corporation

111 Cloverleaf Dr.

Suite 200

Winston-Salem, NC 27103

www.crosley.com

Please attach sales receipt

here for future reference.

Model Number:
Serial Number:

Purchase Date:
PLEASE COMPLETE AND MAIL IN THE PRODUCT

REGISTRATION CARD INCLUDED WITH YOUR
REFRIGERATOR.

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.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

e

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 presence 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.

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR
REFR IG ERATO R O R

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 so children may not easily climb
inside.

• Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service
technician.

WARNING :

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These Guidelines Must Be Followed To EnsureThat

Safety Mechanisms In This Refrigerator Will Operate

Proper_

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

• The refrigerator 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 refrigerator to a Ground Fault

Interruptor (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 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 electrical outlet controlled by
a wall switch or pull cord to prevent the refrigerator from
being turned off accidentally.

IMPORTANT

Pressing and holding the On/Off button for 3 seconds, located
on the left side of the temperature control panel (Electronic

controls), or turning the Freezer and Fresh Food controls

to "0" iMechanical controls) will disable your refrigerator's

cooling system, 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

electrical outlet.

Grounding type

wall receptacle

Do not, under -"_

any circumstances,
cut, remove, |

or bypass the |

grounding prong, j)

Power cord with

3-prong grounded plug

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This Use & Care Manual provides general operating instructions
for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed inthis
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.

CAUTION

Do Not install the refrigerator where the temperature
will drop below 55°F (13°0) 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

installation Clearances

° Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,

proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical LEVELING
connections:

Sides & Top -3/8"
Back 1"

NO |_ within a 20 degree opening.

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To Remove Toe Grille:

1

Open freezer and fresh food compartment doors.

2

Working from left side of toe grille, slip your fingers between
top of toe grille and cabinet. Gently pull forward until first

set of tabs are free.
Slide your hand down

past the free tabs and
pull forward again until
the second set of tabs

are free. Continue this
process until all tabs

are free and the toe
grille can be removed.

(See graphic at top of
page in right column.)

The refrigerator doors are designed to shut by themselves

Cabinet

If your refrigerato r is placed with the door hinge side agains t a
wall, you may have to al!ow additiona! space so the door can

be opened wider:

DOOR OPENING

Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to
a counter when removing food. For best use of drawers and
freezer baskets, the refrigerator should be in a position where

both the refrigerator and freezer doors can be fully opened.

TOE GRILLE INSTALLATION/REMOVAL

To Install Toe Grille:

1

Open freezer and fresh food compartment doors.

2

Line up toe grille at base of refrigerator, making sure the
four bottom tabs are resting through holes at base of

cabinet.
Starting from left side of toe grille, press in on first top

tab using your thumb and push toe grille forward until it
snaps in place. Continue this process until all tabs are

snapped in place and toe grille is secured to refrigerator.

Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to
a counter or table when removing food. For best use of drawers
and freezer baskets, the refrigerator should be in a position
where both the refrigerator and freezer doors can be fully

opened.

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 1Ainch (6 ram) from front to back (to

ensure that doors close and seal properly).

° Doors should align with each other and be level.

ALL OFTHESE 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 s/s

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.

7116"Wrench

and 3132" Hex Key

(some models) .............................._:i Stop

[ Open Door

Flange Hing e

m0de,s!

Flange

Raise

To level the doors using the adjustable lower hinge:

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 7/16inch wrench. (See

illustration.)

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

section).

PAISE RAISE

DOOR

3 If the freezer door is lower than the refrigerator door,

raise the freezer door by turning the adjustment screw
clockwise using a 7/16inch wrench. (See illustration.)

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.

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WARNING

Toavoid electricshock, which can causedeath or severe
personal injury,disconnectthe refrigeratorfrom electrical
power before connecting a water supply Eneto the refrigerator.

CAUTION

To Avoid Property Damage:

+ Copper or stainless steel braided tubing is recommended

for the water supply line. Water supply tubing made of 1/_,,

plastic is not recommended to be used. Plastic tubing
greatly increases the potential for water leaks, and the
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 th at 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:

• BasicTools: adjustable wrench, flat-blade screwdriver,
and PhillipsTM screwdriver.

• Access to a household cold water line with water
pressure between 30 and 100 psi.

• A water supply line made of 1Ainch (6.4 ram) OD, copper
or stainless steel tubing. To determine the length of tubing

needed, 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 a
copper water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve.

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 shutoff valve.

3 Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap
4 If you use copper tubing - Slide brass compression nut.

then ferrule (sleeve) onto water supply line. Push water
supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go (1_

inch/6.4 mm). Slide ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and
finger tighten compression nut onto valve. Tighten another
half turn with a wrench: DO NOT over tighten. See Figure 1.

If you use stainless steel tubing - The nut and ferrule
are already assembled on the tubing. Slide compression
nut onto valve inlet and finger tighten compression qut

onto valve. Tighten another half turn with a wrench: DO
NOT over tighten. See Figure 2

5 With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply line

(copper tubing only) to rear panel of refrigerator as shown.

6 Coil excess water supply line (copper tubing only) about

2Y2turns behind refrigerator as shown and arrange coils
so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface.

7 Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any

connections that eak.

8 Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source.
9 To turn ice maker on lower wire signal arm (side

mounted) or set the ice maker's ON/OFF power switch
to the "r' position (rear mounted).

Figure 1 Figure 2

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Getting through narrow spaces

If your refrigerator will not fit through an entrance area, you can reduce its size by removing the doors. Check first by measuring the
entrance.

REQUIRED TOOLS

You will need the following tools:

Tools Necessary:

O°T°e r r °e nw O°T° e;c e ae

_- _ Hinge Hinge----_ __

_ T°P S.... _1_ ! Screw Bottom@

Phillips'" Head

TO PREPARE FOR REMOVING THE DOORS:

1

Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged from the wall \_ -_-x_ Top.i"ge
outlet. -_-_

2

Open both doors and remove the toe grille (as explained in the _ _.._se,ew,

Installation Instructions that came with your appliance). _ _ ToPHi,ge

AND

Reor_ront

Cover Sc ew Cover screws

w .Hinge

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3

4 Close the doors.

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Remove any food from the door shelves.

TO REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR TOP HINGE

COVER:

1 Remove the three screws from each cover over the top door hinges.

2 Lift hinge cover straight up and off.

TO REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR:

1 Trace lightly around the door's top hinge with a pencil.This makes reinstallation easier.
2 Remove the two screws from the top hinge. Lift the door off of the bottom hinge and set it aside.

3 Remove the two bottom hinge screws and hinge if necessary.

To reinstall the refrigerator door, reverse the above steps.

3/8" Fixed

Wrench

Screws!

Adjustable Hinge

(some models)

Be sure doors are set aside in a secure position

Hinge where they cannot fall and cause personal injury.

Assemb!y

Non-Adjusting Hinge

(some models)

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Door Handle Mounting Instructions

1. Remove handles from cartoning and any other protective
packaging.

2. Position freezer handle end caps over upper and lower
preinstalled shoulder bolts (A) that are fastened into door,
ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing towards the
refrigerator door.

3. While holding handle firmly against door, fasten upper and
lower allen set screws (B) with supplied allen wrench.

4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to install refrigerator handle. Ensure the
holes for the set screws are facing towards the freezer door.

5. NOTE: All set screws should be tightened and subfiush (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 and refrigerator doors with no gaps.

Freezer Upper End Cap Refrigerator Upper End Cap

Freezer Lower End Cap Refrigerator Lower End Cap

ALLOWING COOLING TIME BEFORE USE

To ensure safe food storage, allow your refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before placing food
inside. During this cooling period, you do not need to adjust the controls, which are preset at the factory.

SETTING COOLING TEMPERATURES

Your refrigerator comes with a state-of-the-art electronic digital control system. The system's control panel is located at the top of
the fresh food compartment.

The two digital displays on the left half of the control panel indicate the current settings or temperatures of your freezer and fresh
food compartments. The models with a 2-digit temperature display are for reference only, and do not display the current accurate
compartment temperature. Should you desire to see what the current accurate temperature is, place a separate thermometer
inside the freezer or fresh food compartment in the desired location.

The advanced electr0nic Control system in your refrigerator includes additional display modes that service professionals can ..........

use to rapidly diagnose performance issues.

Freezer Temp Fresh Food Temp

To adjust the temperature to a higher or lower setting, press the

Up (Cold) or Down (Colder) button closest to the display. The
first time you press the button, the display shows current setting
you entered. Each press of the button after that changes the
setting by one.

The display shows your new setting momentarily, then changes

back to the current temperature.

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