Electrolux - Gibson Top Freezer Frost Clear Refrigerator User Manual

P/N 218972302 (0101)

Product Registration

The information contained within this Owner's Guide will instruct you on how to
properly operate and care for your product. Please read through the information
contained in your literature pack to learn more about your new appliance.

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

Record the Model No. and Serial No. of this refrigerator in the space provided below.
These numbers are found on the serial plate located on the top left wall of the
refrigerator compartment.

Model No.

Serial No.

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Contents

This Owner’s Guide provides specific
operating instructions for your model.
Use the refrigerator only as instructed in
this Owner’s Guide.

Register Your Product

The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD should be filled in completely,
signed and returned to Electrolux Home Products.

2 Product Registration
3 Important Safety Instructions

3 For Your Safety
3 Child Safety
3 Electrical Information
3 Other Precautions

4 First Steps

4 Location
4 Installation
4 Door Opening
4 Leveling
4 Cleaning

5 Connecting Ice Maker to Water Supply
6 Energy Saving Ideas
6 Setting the Controls

6 Temperatures
6 Moisture Reduction Switch

7 Fresh Food Storage
8 Care and Cleaning

8 Inside
8 Outside
8 Replacing the Light Bulb
8 Vacation and Moving Tips

9 Automatic Ice Maker

9 Ice Maker Tips

10-12 Door Reversal Instructions
13 Refrigerator Toe Grille Assembly Instructions
14-16 Avoid Service Checklist
16 Normal Operating Sounds
17 Warranty (United States)
18 Service Information (Canada)
19 Warranty (Canada)

© 2001 White Consolidated Industries, Inc.

All rights reserved.

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Important Safety

Read all instructions before using this refrigerator.

Instructions

Proper Disposal of

Your Refrigerator/Freezer

DANGER

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.

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

Risk of child entrapment.

Avoid fire hazard or

For Your Safety

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance. Read product labels for flammability and other warnings.

Child Safety

• Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately
after the refrigerator is unpacked. Children should never use these items for 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 the door of any appliance that is not in use, even if

it is being discarded.

Electrical Information

These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in the
design of this refrigerator will operate properly.

• The refrigerator must be plugged into its own 115 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only
electrical outlet. The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a 3-prong

grounding plug for your protection against shock hazards. It must be plugged
directly into a properly grounded 3-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 an adapter plug.

• If voltage varies by 10 percent or more, performance of your refrigerator may be
affected. Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the
compressor. Such damage is not covered under your warranty. If you suspect your
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.

• 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.

• To avoid electrical shock, unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before
replacing a light bulb. NOTE: Turning the control to OFF turns off the compressor, but
does not disconnect power to the light bulb or other electrical components.

• Do not operate the refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes.

• If the refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, avoid contact with any moving parts.

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First Steps

3" AIR SPACE

1"

1/2"

1/2"

1"

Clearance

Proper air circulation and leveling will
ensure efficient operation.

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 60°F
(15°C) or rise above 110°F (43°C). The compressor will not be able to maintain
proper temperatures.

• Allow space around the unit for good air circulation. Leave a 1 inch (25 mm)

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space behind and a 3 inch (75 mm) space above the refrigerator for adequate
circulation.

• In a recessed installation, allow an extra 1/2 inch (10-15 mm) on each side for
ease of installation.

• For best circulation, elevate the unit 1 inch (25 mm) from the floor, especially
if the floor is carpeted.

Door Opening

The doors should open to allow easy access to a counter when removing food.

• Do not position the refrigerator so you have to walk around the refrigerator doors.

• Reverse the doors if necessary. See "Door Reversal Instructions."

Exposed bolt (some models)

Sunken bolt (some models)

Leveling

All four corners of refrigerator must rest firmly on a solid floor. Some models are
equipped with adjustable screw-type levelers. Others are equipped with rollers. If
your refrigerator did not come with rollers, they can be purchased from your dealer.

Remove toe grille (some models). See Toe Grille Instructions on page 13.

• To adjust screw-type levelers (some models): Tip cabinet back slightly and
raise adjusting bolts as needed.

• To adjust front rollers (some models): Use a screwdriver, 3/8" socket
wrench, or nutdriver to adjust rollers as shown.

RAISE THE FRONT of cabinet enough so doors will close freely when opened
halfway. Level cabinet side to side.

Cleaning

• Wash the inside, all removable parts and the outside with mild detergent and
warm water. Wipe dry. Do not use harsh cleaners on these surfaces.

• Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments that can scratch the appliance
surface, when removing adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tape or energy
label can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent, or, touch
the residue with the sticky side of tape already removed.

• Do not remove the serial plate.

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Connecting Ice Maker
to W ater Supply

T o avoid electric shock, which can cause death or sever e 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
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.

• Connect the ice maker to a potable water source that is not tied into a water softening system. Chemicals from the softener may
damage the ice maker, causing it to malfunction.

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 and standard, flat blade screwdriver.

• Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 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. See Figure 1.

• 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.

NOTE: Water line kit number 5303917950, available from your appliance dealer at additional cost, contains 25 feet (7.6
meters) of ¼” OD copper tubing, a saddle type shutoff valve (nonpiercing), (2) ¼” 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 supply.

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. Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet (some models) and discard cap.

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

as shown in Figure 2.

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 at location shown in Figure 1.

7. Coil excess water supply line (about 2½ turns) behind refrigerator as

shown in Figure 1 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 electric power supply.

10.To turn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm. (See ice maker front

cover for on/off position of arm.)

1/4” plastic is not recommended since it

Figure 1

Figure 2

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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Energy Saving Ideas

• Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of direct sunlight and
away from heating ducts or registers. Do not place the refrigerator next to heat­producing appliances such as a range, oven or dishwasher. If this is not possible,
a section of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two
appliances will help the refrigerator operate more efficiently.

• Level the refrigerator so the doors close tightly.

• Refer to this Owner's Guide for the suggested refrigerator settings.

• Periodic cleaning of the condenser will help the refrigerator run more
efficiently. See Outside in the "Care and Cleaning" section.

• Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents. Doing so causes the
refrigerator to run longer and use more energy. Shelves should not be lined with
aluminum foil, wax paper or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold air
circulation, making the refrigerator less efficient, which could cause food
spoilage.

• Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator.
This cuts down on moisture build-up inside the unit.

• Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings. Remove as many items as
needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible.

Setting the Controls

Refrigerator Control

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Freezer Control

Cool Down Period

To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed
for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading with food.

Refrigerator and Freezer Controls

• To start out, set control dials to the midpoint for a trial period of 24 hours.

Temperatures

• After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed. Adjust temperatures one
number at a time. For colder temperatures, turn the dial toward COLDEST. For
warmer temperatures, turn the dial toward COLD. The temperature will
increase or decrease, but not necessarily by 1, 2, or 3 degrees.

An adjustment made to one compartment may require an adjustment to the other.

• Turning the refrigerator control will change the temperature in BOTH

compartments. If the refrigerator control is turned to OFF, cooling

stops in both compartments.

• Turning the freezer control will change only the temperature in the freezer

compartment.

To maintain temperatures, a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer
compartments. For good circulation, do not block cold air vents with food items.

Moisture Reduction Switch

Moisture Reduction Switch (some models)

If moisture forms on the metal between the two doors, set the Moisture Reduc­tion Switch (located on the control box in the refrigerator compartment) to the
“ON” position. A heater will warm the surface and allow moisture to evaporate.

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