Electrolux 297122800 User Manual

Use & Care Guide

Refrigerator

Guía de Uso y Cuidado

Refrigerador

Dishwasher

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

Réfrigérateur

297122800 (0608)

Finding Information

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Finding Information ............................................ 2

Please Read And Save This Guide.................. 2

Make A Record For Quick Reference............... 2

Questions? ....................................................... 2

Table Of Contents ............................................ 3

Safety ................................................................... 4

Important Safety Instructions ........................... 4

Electrical Information........................................ 5

Feature Overview ................................................ 6

Understanding Features And Terms................. 6

Finding Information

Storing Food & Saving Energy........................ 17

Ideas For Storing Foods ................................. 17

Fresh Food Storage .................................... 17

Fruits and Vegetables ................................. 17

Meat ............................................................ 17

Energy Saving Ideas....................................... 30

Vacation and Moving Tips............................... 18

Short Vacations........................................... 18

Long Vacations............................................ 18

Moving......................................................... 18

Installation........................................................... 7

Installation......................................................... 7

Door Opening.................................................... 7

Leveling............................................................. 7

To Level Refrigerator..................................... 8

Leveling Instructions for all Refrigerator/

Freezer Pair .................................................. 8

Door Removal ................................................... 9

Setting the Temperature Controls ..................... 9

Cool Down Period ......................................... 9

Electronic Temperature Control .................... 9

Refrigerator Features ....................................... 10

Interior Lighting .............................................. 10

Mid Level Lighting ........................................... 10

Storage.............................................................11

Smooth Glide Deli Drawer ...........................11

Spill Safe Slide-out Glass Shelving..............11

T o Adjust the Shelves...............................11

Smooth Glide Crispers with Adjustable...........

Dividers ....................................................... 12

Humidity Control.......................................... 12

Adjustable Door Bins................................... 12

To Move Door Bins.................................. 12

Full Width Gallon Bin................................... 13

Tall Bottle Retainer/Bin Snugger................. 13

Air Filter........................................................... 14

To Replace Air Filter.................................... 14

Water Filter...................................................... 14

PureSourceTM Water Filter ........................... 14

To Install Water Filter .............................. 15

To Replace Water Filter........................... 15

Ordering Replacement Filters ................. 16

Care & Cleaning ................................................ 18

Care and Cleaning Chart ................................ 19

Warranty Information ........................................ 20

Solutions To Common Problems.................... 21

Troubleshooting Guide..............................21-22

Safety

IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING WARNING

WARNING

WARNING WARNING

Please read all safety instructions before using your new Electrolux refrigerator.

General Safety

• Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids, near 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.

Child Safety

• Destroy 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.

• Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can cause severe cuts, and destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture.

• An empty, discarded ice box, refrigerator or freezer is a very dangerous attraction to children.

• Remove or discard any spacers used to secure the shelves during shipping. Small objects are a choke hazard to children.

• Remove the door(s) of any appliance that is not in use, even if it is being discarded.

Proper Disposal Of Refrigerators And Freezers

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:

• Remove the door(s).

• Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside.

• Have the refrigerant removed by a qualified technician.

Safety

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

WARNING WARNING

WARNING

WARNING WARNING

You must follow these guidelines to ensure that your refrigerator’s safety mechanisms are operating correctly.

• Refer to the serial plate for correct electrical rating. The power cord of the refrigerator is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for protection against shock hazards. It must be plugged directly into its own properly grounded three-prong receptacle, protected with a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker. The power supply circuit must be installed in accordance with current edition of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) and local codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician. Receptacles protected by Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) are NOT RECOMMENDED. DO NOT USE AN

EXTENSION CORD OR AN ADAPTER PLUG.

• If the voltage varies by 10 percent or more, refrigerator performance may be affected. Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the motor. Such damage is not covered under the warranty. If you suspect your household voltage is high or low, consult your power company for testing.

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

• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock.

• Do not pinch, knot, or bend the power cord in any manner.

OTHER PRECAUTIONS

• Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle.

• Turning the control to "OFF" turns off the compressor but does not disconnect power to the light bulb or other electrical components.

WARNING WARNING

WARNING

WARNING WARNING

Avoid fire hazard or electric shock. Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug. Do not remove any prong from the power cord.

Feature Overview

UNDERST ANDING FEATURES AND TERMS

Your Electrolux refrigerator is designed for optimal convenience and storage flexibility. Use the illustration below to familiarize yourself with product features and terminology.

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1 WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE 9 AIR DIFFUSER 2 SPILL SAFE SLIDE OUT GLASS SHELVES 10 AIR FILTER 3 MID LEVEL LIGHTING (BACK OF CRISPER) 11 DAIRY DO OR 4 HUMIDITY CONTROL 12 ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS 5 SMOOTH GLIDE UPPER CRISPER 13 TALL BOTTLE RETAINER 6 ADJUSTABLE CRISPER DIVIDERS 14 FIXED GALLON DOOR BIN 7 SMOOTH GLIDE LOWER CRISPER 15 BIN SNUGGER 8 ELECTRONIC CONTROLS 16 SMOOTH GLIDE DELI DRAWER

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Features may vary according to model.

Installation

1”

(25mm)

3/8”

(10mm)

Freezer

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.

INST ALLATION

• Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet. DO NOT use an extension cord or an adapter plug.

• For most efficient operation, the refrigerator should be located where surrounding temperatures will not drop below 40ºF (5ºC) or exceed 110ºF (43ºC).

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

Sides 3/8 inch Back & Top 1 inch

1”

(25mm)

1” (25mm)

Refrigerator

Freezer

• 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.

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The exterior walls of the refrigerator 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.

DOOR OPENING

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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.

LEVELING

3/8”

(10mm)

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 . 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.

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