Electrolux EW28BS70IB1, EW28BS71IB0, EW28BS71IB1, EW28BS71IW0, EW28BS71IW2 Owner’s Manual

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Use a Care Guide

French Door Bottom Freezer/Refrigerator

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2 Finding information

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brand in home appliances.This Use & Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality throughout the service life of your new

appliance.

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Etectrolux model number

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NOTE

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Table of contents

FindingInformation .............................................. 2

Surely............................................................... 3

Feature Overview ................................................. 5

installation......................................................... G

RemovingtheBoors ............................................ 10

Installing Boor Handles........................................ 12

Connectingthe Water Supply .................................. 13

Controls........................................................... 14

AutomaticIce & Water MakertDispenser.................... 19

Storage Features ................................................ 21

Storing Foodand Saving Energy.............................. 26

Normal OperatingSounds & Sights .......................... 27

ChangingtheWater andAir Filters........................... 28

CareandCleaning............................................... 30

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Jnsta mation Checklist

Doors

[] Handles are secure and tight rq Door seals completely to cabinet on all sides

[] Freezer door is level across the top

Leveling

[] Refrigerator is level, side-to-side and tilted 1/4"

(Cmm) front-to-back

13 Toe grille is properly attached to refrigerator [] Cabinet is setting solid on all corners

Electrical Power

83 House power turned on [] Refrigerator plugged in

Solutions to CommonProblems............................... 33

Warranty.......................................................... 37

Ice Maker

_3 House water supply connected to refrigerator C3 No water leaks present at all connections -

recheck in 24 hours

[] Ice maker is turned ON [] Ice & water dispenser operates correctly

[] Front filter must be flush with filter housing

(select models)

Final Checks

[] Shipping material removed [] Fresh food and freezer temperatures set

[] Crisper humidity controls set [] Registration card sent in

Important safety instructions

Safety 3

Safety Precautions

Do not attempt to install or operate your unit until

you have read the safety precautions in this manual.

Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a Danger, Warning, or Caution based on the risk type.

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.

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

Indicates installation, operation, or maintenance information which is important but not hazard-related.

General Safety

WARNING

Please read all safety instructions before using

your new refrigerator.

,, 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.

,, Avoid contact with any moving parts of the

automatic ice maker.

Remove all staples from the carton to avoid injury. Staples can also damage finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or

furniture.

Child Safety Packing Materials:

Packing cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets, or stretch wrap may become

airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation.

Destroy or recycle the product's carton, plastic bags, and any other exterior wrapping material immediately after the refrigerator is unpacked. Children should never play with these items.

Child Entrapment and Suffocation:

. These problems are not limited to the past.

Whether junked, abandoned, or temporarily stored (even for a few hours), unattended refrigerators and freezers are dangerous. Please

take the precautions listed below.

Proper Disposal of Refrigerators/Freezers

We strongly encourage responsible appliance recycling/ disposal methods. Check with your utility,company or visit www.recyctemyoldfridge.com for more information on recycling your old refrigerator.

Before you recycle or dispose of your old refrigerator/

freezer:

Remove the doors.

Leave the shelves and baskets in place

so children may not easily climb inside.

Have refrigerant and compressor

oil removed by a qualified service

technician.

4 Safety

Emectdcal information

WARNING

You must follow these guidelines to ensure that your refrigerator's safety mechanisms are

operating correctly,

. The refrigerator must be plugged into its own

dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz, AC-only non=GFCl 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.

o If the power cord is damaged, it should be

replaced by the manufacturer, service technician, or a qualified person.

• 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.

• To avoid electrical shock, unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb or LED light.

o 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 walt switch or pull cord to prevent the refrigerator

from being turned off accidentally.

Grounding

wall reeeptac e

| IMPORTANT

To turn off power to your refrigerator, unplug the

power cord from the wall outlet.

Feature Overview 5

Understanding features and terms

Your Electrolux refrigerator 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

Air

Filter

SpilISafeTM

Shelves

Crisper

Special Items

Rack

(inside PTD)

(select models)

LED Light

(select models)

Water

Filter

Adjustable

Hinges

(select models)

Features may vary according to model,

Incandescent Light (select models)

Ice Bin

Flipper Guide LED Light (select models)

Ice Maker Dairy

Model is shown without freezer drawer cover.

Flipper

_lien

Shelves

Crisper

Drawer

Tilt Can

Bin

)TMDrawer (PTD)

(select models)

or Dell Drawer

(with humidity slides)

Freezer Baskets

(top basket select

models only)

I1:_'b,

WireTilt-Out Shelf

(inside freezer drawer)

_---- Toe Grille

installation

Required Tools

You will need the following tools:

Components Provided:

Top Hi_ _ToP Ht_

CoverFro_

Screw _ _ 8c_

This Use & Care Guide provides general installation and operating instructionsfor your model. We

recommend using a service or kitchen contracting professional to install your refrigerator. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before starting the refrigerator, follow these important first steps.

,, Choose a place that is near a grounded, non-

GFCI, 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.

ToolsNecessary:

CAUTION

DO NOT install the refrigerator where the

temperature will drop below 55°F (13°O) 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.

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Wrench

Installation

* Allow the following clearances for ease of

installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical connections:

Sides & Top ¾ inch (9.5 mm) Back 1 inch (25.4 mm)

NOTE

If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge against a wall, you may have to allow additional space so the door can be opened wider.

Door opening

NOTE

The refrigerator doors are designed to shut by

themselves within a 20 degree opening.

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

refrigerator should be in a position where both can be fully opened.

Guidelines for fina[ 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 ¼ inch (6 mm) from front to back (to ensure that doors close and seal properly).

Doors should align with each other and be level.

Most of these conditions can be met by raising or lowering the adjustable front rollers.

installation 7'

To level the cabinet using the front rollers (select

models):

1 Slightly open freezer drawer. Lift the left side

of the toe grille and gently pull forward (see

illustration).

2 Lift the right side of the toe grille and gently pull

forward to remove toe grille (see illustration).

34Close the drawer and use a flat-blade screwdriver

or %-inch socket wrench to raise or lower the front rollers,

Ensure both doors are bind-free with their seals

touching the cabinet on all four sides.

5 After unit is leveled, lower anti-tip leg until it

contacts the floor,

NOTE

The anti-tip leg must be in contact with the floor to

keep the refrigerator stable. DO NOT use the anti-tip leg to level the refrigerator.

6 Replace the toe grille by fitting it into place,

installation

To adjust the door stop:

Door stop is adjustable between 85 to 145 degrees.

NOTE

View shown is looking up at the bottom of the refrigerator door,

Adjustable Door Stop

1 Open door to provide access to set screw. 2 Loosen set screw.

3 Adjust door to desired location,

5 Re-tighten set screw.

SetScrew

Re-tighten Set Screw

6 Ensure door stops in desired location before

resuming normal use.

To level the doors using the adjustable lower hinge (select models):

1 Remove all food items from door bins on door

being adjusted.

2 Open doors to 90 degrees. 3 Loosen or remove set screw.

AdjustingDoor

Rotate door stop until it makes contact with the lower hinge.

Bottom of Door

Loosen/RemoveSet Screw

installation 9

Lift the door while adjusting the washer. To raise the door, rotate washer clockwise (when

viewed from the bottom). To lower door, rotate washer counter-clockwise (when viewed from the

bottom).

Raising/Lowering Door

Re-tighten the set screw, ensuring it is between

the spokes of the set washer. Set screw will not

be tight, just insert until it is flush with the hinge.

To adjust the flipper mullion:

1 Loosen the set screw located on the flipper

mullion hinge.

SeE

8crew

Adjusting Flipper Mullion Screw

Adjust flipper mullion height. For proper

connection with the flipper mullion guide, there should be a separation about the thickness of a coin (0.060 inches, or 1.5 mm) between the guide

and flipper mullion.

Set Screw

NOTE

If after adjusting doors higher the door makes a popping/clicking sound, remove set screw and replace with a longer one.

Adjusting Flipper Mullion Height

3 Re-tighten set screw.

Removing e Doors

Getting through narrow spaces

if your refrigerator will not fit through an entrance area,

you can remove the doors, Check first by measuring the entrance.

To prepare for removing the doors:

Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet.

2 Open the freezer drawer and remove the toe

grille (see "1nstallation" section).

3 Remove any food from the door shelves and

close the doors,

To remove the top hinge covers:

1 Remove the two (2) screws from each cover over

the top door hinges,

2 Lift inside edge of hinge cover and tilt back.

To remove the refrigerator doors:

1 Trace tightly around the door's top hinges with a

pencil. This makes reinstallation easier,

Disconnect the harness by grasping both sides of the connector firmly, depress the latch, and pull apart. Remove the two (2) screws from the top hinge, Lift the door off of the bottom hinge and

set it aside.

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NOTE

DO NOT remove the ground screw from hinge.

Detach the water tube from the connector located behind the refrigerator and pull the tube

back out to the front of the unit, The connector releases when you press inward on the outer sleeve while pushing the tube toward the

connector then while continuing to hold in the sleeve, pull the tube away.

Removin

the Doors 11

NOTE

You will be pulling approximately three (3) feet of water tube from the back of the refrigerator.

4 Unscrew the three (3) lower hinge screws and

hinge if necessary.

To reinstall the right door, reverse the above steps.

Lower Hinge Removal

Once both doors are in place, ensure they are aligned with each other and level (Please see the "Installation"

section for more details), and replace the top hinge

cover.

CAUTION

3 Lift drawer up and out to remove.

CAUTION

Drawer is heavy. Use caution when lifting.

Installing Freezer Drawer

1 With lower slides and basket pulled out, mount

drawer in reverse of removal.

2 Tighten drawer screws then turn another 1/4 turn. 3 Check gasket seal around freezer drawer. Make

adjustments on drawer screws if necessary.

Be sure doors are set aside in a secure position

where they cannot fall and cause personal injury, or damage to the doors or handles.

Removing Freezer Drawer

1 Open freezer drawer, 2 Remove drawer screws on right and left sides

(two (2) screws on each side),

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NOTE

DO NOT remove center screw from freezer drawer.

This is a factory adjustment,

2 lnstallin Door andles

Door Handle

1 Remove handles from

protective packaging.

2 Position fresh food handle

end caps (A) over upper and lower pre-installed shoulder bolts (B) that are fastened into door, ensuring the holes for

the set screws are facing towards the opposite door.

3 While holding handle firmly

against door, fasten upper and lower Alien set screws

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to

install opposite handle.

Ensure the holes for the

set screws are facing towards the first door.

Position freezer handle

end caps over left and right pre-installed shoulder bolts

that are fastened to the door, ensuring the holes for

the set screws are facing down.

While holding handle firmly against door; fasten left

and right Allen set screws (C) with supplied Allen

wrench,

oEnd

Cap

Mounting Refrigerator Handles

Mounting Freezer Handle

NOTE

To ensure that handles are flush with door, make sure that set screws are completely tightened.

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