Frigidaire FFHT1425VW, FFHT1425VV Owner’s Manual

All about the

Use&Care

of your Refrigerator

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

	Important Safety Instructions......................	2	Controls...................................................	13
	Features at a Glance...................................	4	Optional Features......................................	14
	Installation.................................................	5	Normal Operating Sounds and Sights.........	16
	Door Removal/Reversal Instructions		Care & Cleaning........................................	17
	(SOME MODELS).........................................	6	Before You Call	19
	Water Supply Connection	10
			Major Appliance Warranty	20

www.frigidaire.com USA 1-800-374-4432

www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-800-265-8352

2019) (February A15294602

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 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.

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

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

WARNING

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Installation Checklist

Doors

Door seals completely to cabinet on all sides

Freezer door is level across the top

Leveling

Refrigerator is level, side-to-side and tilted ¼” (6mm) front-to-back

Cabinet is setting solid on all corners

Anti-tip bracket set

Electrical Power

House power turned on

Refrigerator plugged in

Final Checks

Shipping material removed

Refrigerator and freezer temperatures set

Crisper humidity controls set

Registration card sent in

DANGER

DANGER Risk of fire or explosion.

Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use mechanical devices to defrost refrigerator. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

DANGER Risk of fire or explosion.

Flammable refrigerant used. To be repaired only by trained service personnel. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

CAUTION

CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Consult repair manual/owner’s guide before attempting to service this product. All safety precautions must be followed.

CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion. Dispose of property in accordance with federal or local regulations. Flammable refrigerant used.

CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion due to puncture of refrigerant tubing. Follow handling instructions carefully. Flammable refrigerant used.

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

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers, and can quickly cause suffocation.

Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator or 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.

Proper Disposal of Refrigerators/Freezers

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

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

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

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 threeprong 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 Interrupter (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

Turning the Refrigerator controls to “OFF” 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.

Power cord with 3-prong grounded plug

IMPORTANT

CFC/HCFC Disposal

Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFCs or HCFCs (chlorofluorocarbons or hydrochlorofluorocarbons). CFCs and HCFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone if released to the atmosphere. Other refrigerants may also cause harm to the environment if released to the atmosphere.

If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified technician. If you intentionally release refrigerant, you may be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation.

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FEATURES AT A GLANCE

	Features may vary according to model
Ice Maker
Electrical/
Water Inlet
Cover	Fixed
Freezer	Door Bin
Control
	Fixed
Freezer Shelf	Door Bin
Refrigerator
Control
Full Shelf	Fixed
	Door Bin
Sliding Deli
Drawer	Fixed
	Door Bin
Crisper
Cover
Crisper	Fixed
Drawer	Door Bin

IMPORTANT

Cleaning your Refrigerator

Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Rinse with warm water and dry with a soft cloth.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator.

After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the “Care & Cleaning” section in this manual.

See important information about cleaning glass shelves and covers in the “Optional Features” section of this manual.

IMPORTANT

Moving your Refrigerator

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or “walk” the refrigerator when trying to move it as floor damage could occur.

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INSTALLATION

This Use & Care Guide provides general operating instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Guide. 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.

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 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.

Setting the Anti-tip bracket:

•The refrigerator must be installed on a The Anti-tip brackets are located on the lower floor that is level and strong enough to front corners of the cabinet. Lower the Anti-tip

support a fully loaded refrigerator.

•Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic ice maker. If you do not hook up water to the refrigerator, remember to turn the ice maker off.

Installation

Installation clearances

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

Top	3.94 in	100mm
Sides	1.57 in	40 mm
Back	1.18 in	30 mm

on each side clockwise until they contact the floor. Do not raise the cabinet.

Lower

Anti-Tip Bracket

NOTE

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

WARNING

The anti-tip bracket must be installed according to the instructions in your Use & Care Manual. Failure to do so will result in injury.

NOTE

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

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DOOR REMOVAL/REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS

(SOME MODELS)

Tools Necessary:

		Socket
		Wrench Set
	Phillips™
	Head
	&
	Flathead	T20 & T25
	Screwdriver
		Torx Head
		Screwdrivers
		T25
		T20

W

	or
		Adjustable
		Wrench
	Door Closer	Top Hinge
	#2 Phillips
		Screw
		5/16"
		(8mm)
	T20	T25
	Center
	Hinge	Center
	Screw	Hinge
		Screw

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 “OFF” and remove the electrical power cord from the wall outlet. Remove any food from door shelves.

Door removal and reversal instructions:

1.Unplug refrigerator.

2.Remove the top hinge cover (see Figure 1A).

3.Remove the three screws from the top hinge using a Phillips Head screwdriver or 5/16” wrench and set hinge aside (see Figure 1B).

A

IMPORTANT

Place door on padded surface to avoid damage.

4.Open freezer door and lift door off of center hinge pin. Set door aside.

NOTE

Keep the screws so they can be used on the opposite side.

B

Figure 1

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