Frigidaire FFTR1022QW, FFTR1222QB Owners Manual
All about the
Use & Care
of your Top Mount Refrigerator
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions .................................2
Installation ...........................................................4
Door Reversal Instructions .....................................4
Energy Saving Tips ................................................7
Temperature Controls ............................................7
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Features ...............................................................8
Care and Cleaning ................................................9
Before you Call ....................................................10
Major Appliance Warranty ....................................12
24290701(March,2014)
SERIAL/MODEL #’S
Read and Save These Instructions
for your model. Use your refrigerator only as instructed in
this guide. 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.
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Record the model and serial numbers in the space
provided below. The serial plate is located on the upper
left wall inside the refrigerator.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Please read all instructions before using this refrigerator.
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
For Your Safety
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
other warnings.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Grounding type
wall receptacle
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
WARNING
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 qualied 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 rmly, 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
insufcient 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.
WARNING
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 nishes if they come
in contact with other appliances or furniture.
• An empty, discarded refrigerator is a very dangerous
attraction to children.
• Remove the door(s) of any appliance that is not in
use, even if it is being discarded.
WARNING
Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator
Risk of child entrapment
Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of
the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still
dangerous – even if they will sit for “just a few days”.
If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please
follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
We strongly encourage responsible appliance recycling/
disposal methods. Check with your utility company or
visit www.recyclemyoldfridge.com for more information
on recycling your old refrigerator.
Before you throw away your old refrigerator:
• Remove doors.
• Leave shelves in place so children may not easily
climb inside.
• Have refrigerant removed by a qualied service technician.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle
tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break
suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden
temperature change. Allow the glass shelves to stabilize
to room temperature before cleaning. Do not wash
in dishwasher.
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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 rst steps.
Location
• Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet.
Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
• For the most efcient operation, the refrigerator
should be located where surrounding temperatures
will not drop below 10° F (-12° C) or exceed 110° F
(43° C). The Freeze Control Feature is designed
to automatically maintain the selected interior
refrigerator temperature within these boundaries.
• Allow space around the unit for good air circulation.
Leave a 2 inch (50 mm) space on the back, 1 inch
(20 mm) on the sides, and 12 inches (300 mm)
above the refrigerator for adequate circulation.
DOOR REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS
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 qualied person.
IMPORTANT
Before you begin, unplug the electrical power cord from
the wall outlet. Remove any food from door shelves.
You should nd a hinge kit packed inside your unit with the
following parts that will be needed to reverse the doors:
Parts included with Hinge Kit (packed inside unit)
NOTE
The exterior walls of the refrigerator may become quite
warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from
the inside. Temperatures as much as 30° F warmer than
room temperature can be expected. For this reason it is
particularly important in hotter climates to allow enough
space for air circulation around your refrigerator.
Leveling
The refrigerator must have all bottom corners resting
rmly on solid oor. The oor must be strong enough
to support a fully loaded refrigerator. NOTE: It is v ery
important for your refrigerator to be level in or der 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.
To Level Your Refrigerator:
After removing all interior and exterior packing materials,
crating screws and wood base, use a carpenter’s level
to level the refrigerator from front-to-back. Adjust the
plastic leveling feet in front, ½ bubble higher, so that the
door closes easily when left halfway open.
Bottom Left Hinge
Left Pin Assembly (2)
Hole Plug (3)
Door Parts
Top Hinge
Top Hinge Shim
Center Hinge
Center Hinge Shim
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Bottom Right Hinge
Right Pin Assembly (2)
DOOR REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS
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Pull Up
Step 1
Remove top hinge cover. Unscrew and remove the top
hinge and top hinge shim. Keep the screws so they can
be used on the opposite side.
Remove
Hinge Cover
1
Top Cap
Top Hinge Top Hinge
Shim
Step 3
Unscrew and remove the middle hinge and middle hinge
shim. Save the screws. Lift the refrigerator door up and
away from the appliance.
Dismantle
Center
Hinge Shim
Center
Pull
Hinge
Up
Step 2
Lift the freezer door up and away from the appliance.
Step 4
Unscrew and remove the bottom right hinge. Save the
screws. Remove screw covers from opposite corner (left)
and cover exposed holes (right). Attach new bottom left
hinge with the screws removed from the opposite side.
New Bottom
Left Hand
Hinge
Remove
Right Hand
Hinge
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Refrigerator
DOOR REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS
Step 5
Remove right pin assemblies from the bottom of the
freezer and refrigerator doors. On the opposite side,
attach the replacement pin assemblies (located in
the plastic bag with the Use and Care Manual) with a
screwdriver. Note: You must re-use the screws from
the pin assemblies that are removed in this step when
attaching the new assemblies.
Door
Freezer
Door
2
Hinge
Shim
Insert
Middle
Hinge
Center
Hinge
Replace
Door
Center
Step 7
Place the freezer door on the middle hinge. Ensure that
the door is aligned horizontally and vertically, and that the
gasket seals on all sides before attaching the top hinge.
Attach the top hinge and shim and replace the hinge cover
and top cap.
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2
3
2
3
Step 6
Place the refrigerator door on the bottom left hinge.
Ensure the door is aligned horizontally and vertically.
Attach middle hinge to top (left) of refrigerator door,
attach shim to the back of hinge, align with holes and
afx to middle beam with reserved screws. Fasten with
screwdriver (not included).
Hinge Cover
Top Hinge
1
Top Hinge
Shim
Top Cap
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ENERGY SAVI NG TI PS TEMPERATURE CONTROLS
Cleaning
• Wash any removable parts of the refrigerator interior,
and exterior 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,
which can scratch the appliance surface when removing
adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tape can be
removed with a mixture of warm water and mild
detergent, or touch the resi
tape already removed. Do not remove the serial plate.
due with the sticky side of
CAUTI ON
To allow door to close and seal properly, DO NOT let
food packages extend past the front of shelves.
Shelf Front
• Install the refrigerator in the coolest part of a dry and
ventilated room, out of direct sunlight and away from
heating ducts or registers. Do not place the refrigerator
next to heat-producing appliances such as a range,
oven or dishwasher.
• Level the refrigerator so the doors close tightly.
• Do not overcrowd the refri
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
gerator or block cold air
Cool Dow n Period
For best performance, allow four hours for the refrigerator to
cool down completely. The refrigerator will run continuously
Tem per at ur e Control
The temperature control is located inside the refrigerator
and in the freezer compartment on some models. The
temperature is factory preset to provide satisfactory food
storage temperatures. However, the temperature control
is adjustable to provide a range of temperatures for your
personal satisfaction.
To adjust the temperature colder in the refrigerator
compartment, press the SET button on the control panel so
that the display light shifts to a higher number. “1” is the
warmest setting and “5” is the coldest. To adjust the
temperature colder in the freezer compartment, move the
Freezer Control knob towards the maximum setting. After
each movement of either control, allow 24 hours for the unit
to adjust. If the unit is still not cold enough, repeat until
desired temperature is achieved.
To adjust the temperature warmer in the refrigerator
compartment, press the SET button on the control panel so
that the display light shifts to a lower number. To adjust the
temperature warmer in the freezer compartment, move the
Freezer Control knob towards the minimum setting. After
each move
unit to adjust. If the unit is still not warm enough, repeat
until desired temperature is achieved.
If more than one of the display windows remain lit at the
same time, call the 1-800 number on the cover of this
manual for service since this indicates a fault with the
control system.
ment of either control, allow 24 hours for the
• Wipe bottles and 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.
Tem perat ure Control Panel
Freezer Con t rol
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FEATURES
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1
2
3
4
5
7
temp control
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8
6
1 Freezer Shelf 6 Crispers
2 Freezer Control 7 Freezer Door Bins
3 Refrigerator Control 8 Full-width Door Bins
4 Lamp Switch 9 Adjustable Front Feet
5 Glass Shelves 10 Interior Light (located in center of control housing)
Adj ust able I nterior Shelves
Multi-position adjustable interior shelves can be moved
to any position for larger or smaller bottles. The shipping
spacers that stabilize the shelves for shipping should be
removed and discarded.
I nterior Light ( som e models)
The light comes on automatically when the door is
opened. To replace the light bulb, turn the temperature
control to OFF and unplug the electrical cord. Replace the
old bulb with a bulb of the same wattage (15W max).
Slide-Out Cr isper ( some m odels)
A Slide-Out Basket (some models) located at the bottom
of the refrigerator, provides separate storage space for
remove the bin, pull out and lift up.
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Aut omatic Defrost
This model is equipped with a defrost heater which is
designed to cycle on automatically as needed.
Cleaning the Inside
Wash inside surfaces of the refrigerator with a solution
of two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart
(1.136 liters) warm water. Rinse and dry. Wring excess
water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the
area of the controls, or any electrical parts.
Wash the removable parts with the baking soda solution
mentioned above, or mild detergent and warm water.
Rinse and dry. Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes,
abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any surface. Do
not wash removable parts in a dishwasher.
Cleaning the Outside
Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid
detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft
cloth.
WARNING
If leaving the refrigerator door open while on vacation,
make certain that children cannot get into the
refrigerator and become entrapped.
CARE AND CLEANING
Vacation and Moving Tips
Vacations:
If the refrigerator will not be used for several months:
• Remove all food and unplug the power cord.
• Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
• Leave the refrigerator door open slightly, blocking it
open if necessary, to prevent odor and mold growth.
Moving:
When moving the refrigerator, follow these guidelines to
prevent damage:
• Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
• Remove food and clean the refrigerator.
• Secure all loose items by taping them securely in
place to prevent damage.
• In a moving vehicle, secure the refrigerator in an
upright position to prevent movement. Also, protect
the outside of the refrigerator with a blanket or
similar item.
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BEFORE YOU CALL
1-800-944-9044 (United States)
1-800-265-8352 (Canada)
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
REFRIGERATOR OPERATION
Refrigerator does not
run.
Refrigerator runs too
much or too long.
Interior Refrigerator
temperature is too
cold.
Interior Refrigerator
temperature is too
warm.
Refrigerator external
surface temperature is
warm.
SOUND AND NOISE
Louder sound levels
when Refrigerator is
on.
• Refrigerator is plugged into a
circuit that has a ground fault
interrupt.
• Temperature control is in the
OFF position.
• Refrigerator may not be
plugged in, or plug may be
loose.
• House fuse blown or tripped
circuit breaker.
• Power outage.
• Room or outside weather is
hot.
• Refrigerator has recently been
disconnected for a period of
time.
• Large amounts of warm or hot
food has been stored recently.
• Door is opened too frequently
or too long.
• Refrigerator door may be
slightly open.
• Temperature control is set too
low.
• Refrigerator gasket is dirty,
worn, cracked, or poorly tted.
• Temperature control is set too
low.
• Temperature control is set too
warm.
• Door is opened too frequently
or too long.
• Door may not be seating
properly.
• Large amounts of warm or hot
food has been stored recently.
• Refrigerator has recently been
disconnected for a period of
time.
• The external Refrigerator walls
can be as much as 30° F warmer than room temperature.
• Modern refrigerators have
increased storage capacity and
more stable temperatures.
They require a high efciency
compressor.
• Use another circuit. If you are unsure about the outlet,
have it checked by a certied technician.
• See Temperature Controls section.
• Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
• Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Reset
circuit breaker.
• Check house lights. Call local Electric Company.
• It’s normal for the Refrigerator to work harder under these
conditions.
• It takes four hours for the Refrigerator to cool down
completely.
• Warm food will cause Refrigerator to run more until the
desired temperature is reached.
• Warm air entering the Refrigerator causes it to run more.
Open doors less often.
• See “DOOR PROBLEMS” section.
• Turn control knob to a warmer setting. Allow several hours
for the temperature to stabilize.
• Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause
Refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired
temperature.
• Turn the control to a warmer setting. Allow several hours
for the temperature to stabilize.
• Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several hours for the
temperature to stabilize.
• Warm air entering the Refrigerator causes it to run more.
Open doors less often.
• See “DOOR PROBLEMS” section.
• Warm food will cause Refrigerator to run more until the
desired temperature is reached.
• It takes four hours for the Refrigerator to cool down
completely.
• This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heat
from inside the Refrigerator cabinet.
• This is normal. When the surrounding noise level is low,
you might hear the compressor running while it cools the
interior.
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www.frigidaire.com.
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BEFORE YOU CALL (continued)
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
SOUND AND NOISE (continued)
Longer sound levels
when compressor
comes on.
Fan runs when room
temperature is below
45° F.
Popping or cracking
sound when compressor comes on.
Boiling or gurgling
sound, like water boiling.
Vibrating or rattling
noise.
Snapping sound.
WATER/MOISTURE/FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR
Moisture forms on
inside of Refrigerator
walls.
WATER/MOISTURE/FROST OUTSIDE REFRIGERATOR
Moisture forms on outside of Refrigerator.
ODOR IN REFRIGERATOR
Odors in Refrigerator.
DOOR PROBLEMS
Door will not close.
LIGHT BULB IS NOT ON
Light bulb is not on.
• Refrigerator operates at higher
pressures during the start of the
ON cycle.
• Exterior thermostat has activated the heater or fan.
• Metal parts undergo expansion
and contraction, as in hot water
pipes.
• Refrigerant (used to cool
Refrigerator) is circulating
throughout the system.
• Refrigerator is not level. It
rocks on the oor when it is
moved slightly.
• Cold control turning the Refrigerator OFF and ON.
• Weather is hot and humid.
• Door may not be seating
properly.
• Door is kept open too long, or
opened too frequently.
• Door may not be seating properly, causing the cold air from
inside the refrigerator to meet
warm moist air from outside.
• Interior needs to be cleaned. • Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and baking soda.
• Refrigerator is not level. It
rocks on the oor when it is
moved slightly.
• Light bulb is burnt out.
• No electric current is reaching
the refrigerator.
• This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as Refrigerator continues to run.
• This is normal.
• This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as Refrig-
erator continues to run.
• This is normal.
• Level the unit. Refer to leveling instructions in the
“Installation” section.
• This is normal.
• This is normal.
• See “DOOR PROBLEMS” section.
• Open the door less often.
• See “DOOR PROBLEMS” section.
• This condition may force the cabinet out of square and
misalign the door. Refer to “Leveling’ in the “Installation”
section.
• Follow instructions under “Interior Light” in the
“FEATURES” section.
• See “Installation” section.
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