Frigidaire FFWC42L2QS1, FFWC42L2QS, FFWC4222QS1, FFWC4222QS0, FFWC4222QS Owner’s Manual

FRIGIDAIRE

TABLE OF

Important Safety Instructions ................................. 2

Installation ........................................................... 4

Door Reversal Instructions ..................................... 5

Energy Saving Tips ................................................ 6

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CONTENTS

Temperature Controls ............................................ 7

Features ............................................................... 8

Care and Cleaning ................................................ 9

Before you Call.................................................... 10

Major Appliance Warranty .................................... 12

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Read and Save These Instructions

This Owner's Guide provides specific operating
instructions for your model, Use your Wine Cooler 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

)racticed when installing, operating, and maintaining any

appliance.

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

Record the model and serial numbers in the space

)rovided below. The serial plate is located on the upper

left wall inside the Wine Cooler.

Hodel Number:
Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

Please read all instructions before using this Beverage
Cooler.

Definitions

_'_ This isthe 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.

IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or

maintenance information which is important but not
hazard-related.

_ 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

oersonnel. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

_ CAUTION

CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion.Flammable

refrigerant used.Consult repair manual/owner_ 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.

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious

injury.

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate

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Electrical Information

The wine cooler must be plugged into its
own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., 15 Amp,
AC only electrical outlet. The power cord of

the appliance isequipped with a three-prong
grounding plug for your protection against

electrical shock hazards, tt 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 tnterruptor (GFT)

circuit. Do not use an extension cord or

. adapterplug.

If the power cord is damaged, it should be
replaced by an authorized service technician to
prevent any risk.

o Never unplug the wine cooler 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 wine cooler 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 wine cooler 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 wine cooler from being turned off accidentally.

Grounding type
wall receptacle

DO not, under

any circumstances

CUt, remove_

or bypass the

grounding prong.

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Child Safety

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Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior
wrapping material immediately after the wine
cooler 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 wine cooler 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.

Proper Disposal of your Wine Cooler
Risk of child entrapment

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of

the past. Junked or abandoned wine coolers are still

dangerous - even if they will sit for "just a few days':
If you are getting rid of your old wine cooler, 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 wine cooler.
Before you throw away your old wine cooler"

- Remove doors.

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Leave shelves in place so children may not easily

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climb inside.

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Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service

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technician.

Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug

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

wine cooler, follow these important first steps,

Location

o Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical

outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter

plug.

For optimal performance, it is recommended that
you install the wine cooler where the ambient
temperature is between 70 and 78 degrees

fahrenheit.

- Allow space around the unit for good air circulation.
Leave a 2 inch space on the back and sides of the

wine cooler for adequate circulation.

- Be sure the wine cooler stays in the upright position

during transport.

- Keep the wine cooler from any hazardous or

combustible agents.

The exterior walls of the wine cooler 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 wine
cooler.

Cleaning

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Wash any removable parts of the wine cooler interior
and exterior with mild detergent and warm water.
Wipe dry. Do not use harsh cleaners on these

surfaces.

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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 residue with the sticky
side of tape already removed. Do not remove the
serial plate.

Important Safeguards: Do not store food in your wine
cooler as interior temperature may not get cool enough
to prevent spoilage. [n summer months or areas of high

humidity, the glass door may build up moisture. To

remove the moisture, wipe it away.

Handle Installation

1. Set handle over the two mounting studs at top of
door.

2. Use hex head screw driver or allen wrench to tighten
set screws from bottom to secure handle to door.

Mounting stud

Locate handle

Leveling

The wine cooler must have all bottom corners resting
firmly on solid floor. The floor must be strong enough
to support a fully loaded wine cooler. NOTE: It is Very
Important for your wine cooler to be level in order to
function properly. If the wine cooler 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 Wine Cooler"

After removing all interior and exterior packaging
materials, use a carpenter's level to level the wine cooler
from front-to-back. Adjust the leveling legs in front, 1/2
bubble higher, so that the door closes easily when left

halfway open.

Set screw

Screw driver

Reversing the door swing

The glass door can be opened from left to right and vice
versa. Should you desire to change the opening direction,

31easefollow these instructions.

All parts removed must be saved to do the

reinstallation of the door.

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Remove top cap. Remove the three screws that hold
the upper hinge (right side) to the top of the cabinet.
See Fig. 1.

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Carefully remove top hinge (See Fig. 10, then lift the
door up off of bottom hinge and place it on a padded
surface to prevent scratching it. See Fig. 2.

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Remove the three button plugs from the upper left
corner of the cabinet and transfer them to the holes

on the opposite side. Be sure to press the button

plugs firmly into the holes. See Fig. 1.

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Remove three screws that hold the bottom hinge to

lower end of cabinet. Remove the three button plugs
from lower LH corner and transfer to holes where

bottom hinge was just removed. See Fig. 3.

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Unscrew pins from both hinges and transfer to
threaded hole on opposite side. See Fig. 4. Re-install

bottom hinge in LH corner of cabinet using same
three screws removed in Step 4.

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On bottom edge of door, transfer door stop bracket
and bushing to holes on opposite side. See Fig. 6.

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On top edge of door, transfer the button plugs and

bushing to hole on opposite side. See Fig. 7.

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Place bottom LH corner of door onto lower hinge,
then install top hinge to cabinet. Make sure door
is level and it seals properly against cabinet, then
securely fasten three screws. See Fig. 7. Snap top
cap back onto hinge.

Button plu

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

Fig. 2

Screv

Move pin to
opposite hole

(upper and
lower hinges)

Hinge

Button plugs

Fig. 5

Bu_on plugs

Stop

bracket

Bushing

Fig. 6

• Install the wine cooler 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 wine
cooler next to heat-producing
appliances such as a range, oven

or dishwasher.

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Level the wine cooler so the door close tightly.

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Do not over crowd the wine cooler or block cold air
vents. Doing so causes the wine cooler 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

wine cooler less efficient.

Wipe containers dry before placing them in the wine
cooler. This cuts down on moisture build-up inside

the unit.
Organize the wine cooler to reduce door openings.

Remove as many items as needed at one time and
close the door as soon as possible.

Cool Down Period

For best performance, allow 4 hours for the wine cooler to cool down completely. The wine cooler will run continuously

for the first several hours.

Temperature Control for Single Zone Hodel

A Press this button once to increasetemperature 1° F/C.

Press this button once to decrease temperature 1° F/C.

The wine cooler can be operated by adjusting the temperature control buttons (up arrow and down arrow) until
the desired temperature is reached.

The display will flash for a few seconds before set point is locked in.

The temperature range MIN and MAX is 41° - 64°F (5° - 18° C).

O0 ,Temperature display

Light: This button turns the light ON and OFF.
Power: This buttons turns the power ON and OFE

Press both Light and Power button's at the same time
to change between Fahrenheit and Celsius temperatures.

• Thedefaulttemperatureforthewinecooleris54°F(12°C).Thetemperatureafterpowerfailurewillbethe
temperaturesetbeforethepowerfailure.

• Toprolongthelifeofcompressor,pleasewaitforat least5minutesbeforethewinecoolerisrestartedafterpower
failure.

Failure display

• If"E" and "F" are displayed, please contact local service personnel for repair.

• If the temperature in the cooler istoo low, it will display "L".

• If the temperature in the cooler istoo high, the screen will display "H" and will flash. Under this state, the buzzer

will buzz for 30 seconds. One minute later, the buzzer will continue to buzz for the next 30 seconds. After three

times, the alarm will not buzz any more. You can press any key to cancel sound alarm.

• Storing too many wine bottles in the cooler may cause the temperature in the cooler to rise temporarily.

Temperature Control for Dual Zone Model

lower Temperature in lower chamber indicator

zone

A Pressthis button once to increasetemperature 1° F/C.

Pressthis button once to decrease temperature 1° F/C.

upper Temperature in upper chamber indicator

zone

A Press this button once to increase temperature 1° F/C.

00, Temperature display

Light: This LED turns the light ON and OFF.
Power: This LED turns the power ON and OFF.

Press both Light and Power LED's at the same time to

change between fahrenheit and Celsius temperatures.

Pressthis button once to decrease temperature 1° F/C.
The wine cooler can be operated by adjusting the temperature control buttons (up arrow and down arrow) until

the desired temperature is reached.
The display will flash for a few seconds before set point is locked in.

• The default temperature is 46°F (8°C) for upper zone and 59°F (15°C) for lower zone. The temperature after
power failure will be the temperature set before the power failure.

• To prolong the life of compressor, please wait for at least 5 minutes before the wine cooler is restarted after power

failure.

The temperature range MIN and MAX is 41 =54° F for the upper zone and 54 = 64° F for the lower zone.

Failure display

• If"E" and "F" are displayed, please contact local service personnel for repair.

• If the temperature in the cooler istoo low, it will display "L".

• If the temperature in the cooler istoo high, the screen will display "H" and will flash. Under this state, the buzzer
will buzz for 30 seconds. One minute later, the buzzer will continue to buzz for the next 30 seconds. After three

times, the alarm will not buzz any more. You can press any key to cancel sound alarm.

• Storing too many wine bottles in the cooler may cause the temperature in the cooler to rise temporarily.

Adjustable Interior Shelves

Multi-position adjustable interior shelves can be moved to any position for larger or smaller packages. The shipping
spacers that stabilize the shelves for shipping should be removed and discarded.

Interior Light (Some models)

The light comes on automatically when the door is opened. The light can also be turned on and off by pressing the
Light button on the control panel. Press the button twice to keep the light on when the door is closed.

Door Lock

This unit is equipped with a lock near the bottom of the door. Two keys are provided. Keep the keys out of reach of
children.

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Wine Cooler = Dual Zone

1 Handle

2 Wooden shelf
3 Control panel

4 Glass door
5 Light switch

6 Adjustable leg

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Wine Cooler = Single Zone

1 Handle

2 Control panel
3 Wire shelves

4 Glass door
5 Light switch

6 Adjustable legs

Cleaning the wine cooler

• Before cleaning, turn the temperature control to OFF,
unplug the wine cooler and remove the bottles.

• Clean your wine cooler once every two months.

Inside: Wash inside surfaces of the wine cooler 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.

Outside: Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild
liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean

soft cloth.

Care of plastic parts

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Be sure and protect the door gasket. It should be
kept clean at all times.

• If the plastic parts in the wine cooler remain
contaminated by oil (animal or vegetable) for a long
period of time, they will age and crack easily. Please
clean them on a regular basis.

Vacation and Hoving Tips
Vacations:

If leaving the wine cooler door open while on vacation,
make certain that children cannot climb inside and

If the wine cooler will not be used for several months:

• Remove all wine bottles and unplug the power cord.

• Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.

• Leave the wine cooler door open slightly, blocking it
open if necessary, to prevent odor and mold growth.

Moving: When moving the wine cooler, follow these
guidelines to prevent damage:

• Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.

• Remove wine bottles and clean the wine cooler.

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Secure all loose items by taping them securely in
place to prevent damage.

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In a moving vehicle, secure the wine cooler in an
upright position to prevent movement. Also, protect

the outside of the wine cooler with a blanket or

similar item.

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WINE COOLER OPERATION
Wine Cooler does not

run.

Wine Cooler runs too

much or too long,

Interior Wine Cooler

temperature is too
cold.

Interior Wine Cooler * Temperature control isset too • Turn control toa colder setting. Allow severa! hours for the
temperature is too warm: temperature to stabilize,
warm. Door is opened too frequently , Warm air entering the Wine Cooler causes it to run more.

• Wine cooler is plugged into a
circuit that has a ground fault

interrupt.

Temperature control is in the
OFF position.
Wine cooler 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.

Wine Cooler 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.
Wine Cooler door ma_/be
slightly open.
Temperature control is set too

low.

• Wine Cooler gasket is dirty,
worn, cracked, or poorly fitted.

Temperature control is set too

low.

• Use another circuit. If you are unsure about the outlet,
have it checked by a certified technician.

See Setting the Temperature Control section.

• Ensure plug istightly 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 Wine Cooler to work harder under these

conditions.
tt takes 4 hours for the Wine Cooler to cool down

completely.

• Warm food will cause Wine Cooler to run more until the
desired temperature is reached.

• Warm air entering the Wine Cooler 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

Wine Cooler to run longer in order to maintain desired
temperature.

, Turn the control to a warmer setting. Allow several hours

for the temperature to stabilize.

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• Door may not be seating * see DOOR PROBLEMS section:
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Large amounts Of warm Or hot • Warm food will Cause Wine Cooler torun more unti! the

food has been stored recentlY: desired temperature is reached:

or too !ong: Open do0rs less often:

• Wine Coo!er has recently been It takes 4 hours for the Wine Cooler to coo! down ............

disconnected for a period of completely:

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Wine Cooler external • The external Wine Cooler walls • This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heat
surface temperature is can be as much as 3O°F warm- from inside the Wine Cooler cabinet.

warm. er than room temperature.

SOUND AND NOISE

Louder sound levels

when wine cooler is

on.

Modern wine coolers have
increased storage capacity and

more stable temperatures.

They require a high efficiency
compressor

• This is normal. When the surrounding noise level is low,
you might hear the compressor running while it cools the

interior.

PROBLEMi CAUSE l CORRECTION

SOUND AND NOISE (continued)

Longer sound levels • Wine Cooler operates at higher • This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as refrig-

when compressor pressures during the start of the erator continues to run.
comes on. ON cycle.

Fan runs when room _ Exterior therm0stat has actF
temperature is below vated the heater or fanl

45 °, . ,

Popping or cracking • Metal parts undergo expansion • This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as Wine

sound when compres- and contraction, as in hot water Cooler continues to run.
sot comes on. pipes.

Boiling or gurgling Refrigerant (used tO €0ol Wine

sound, Eke water boil, C001er) is Circu!ating throUgh_
ingo out the system. -

Vibrating or rattling • Wine Cooler is not level. It • Level the unit. Refer to leveling instructions in the
noise, rocks on the floor when it is "Installation" section.

moved slightly.

Snapping sound, Q C01d contro! turning the Wine

Cooler OFF and ON. -

WATER/MOISTURE/FROST iNSiDE WiNE COOLER

Moisture forms on I' Weather ishot and humid. I ' Thislis n0rmali !!

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walls, properly.

• Door is kept open t0o long, o r _ OPen the do0r ess often

I opened too frequently. I

WATER/MOISTURE/FROST OUTSIDE WiNE COOLER
Moisture forms on out_ Do0r may not be seating pr0p_ I' See ,'DOOR PROBLEMS,_ section:

side of Wine Cooler, C01d air fr0m

inside thewine cooler to meet I

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ODOR iN WiNE COOLER
Odors in Wine ooler:, interior needs tO be cleaned: J ' clean interior with sponge; warm Water, and baking soda:

DOOR PROBLEMS

Door wUl not close: level !L of square and

LIGHT BULB [S NOT ON

Ligh L bulb =s not on, Light bu!b Js burnt out Follow instruct ons under Intenor L!ght in the

rocks °n the fl°°rwhen t s misa!ignLhedo0r. ReferLo Leve ng n the"Znstallation,

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Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of

purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove

to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in
accordance with the provided instructions.

Exclusions

This warranty does not cover the following"

1. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed, altered or cannot be readily determined.

2. Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or
Canada.

3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.

4. Products purchased "as-is" are not covered by this warranty.

5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.

6. Products used in a commercial setting.

7. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances

not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.

8. Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance.

9. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves,
etc.,which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory.

10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables, or
knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.

11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip
charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska.

12. Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to floors,
cabinets, walls, etc.

13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than
genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or
external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES
CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR

OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT
BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL
EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRI-i-i-EN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL

OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE
LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WRI-i-i-EN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

If You Need

Service

This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances
North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp.

Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and parts under
this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or specifications as described
or illustrated are subject to change without notice.

Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period
should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts.

Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone
numbers below.

USA

1.800.944.9044

Electrolux Major Appliances
North America

10200 David Taylor Drive

Electrolux

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

1.800.265.8352

Electrolux Canada Corp.

5855 Terry Fox Way

Charlotte, NC 28262

Canada

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