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TABLE OF
important Safety Znstructlons ...................... 2
Features at a Glance ................................... 4
Installation ................................................ 5
Door Removal Instructions .......................... 7
Handle [nstallatuon ..................................... 9
Connectung Water Supply .......................... 10
Controls ................................................... 12
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CONTENTS
Storage Features ...................................... 15
Automatic [ce& Water Dispenser .............. 17
Changing the Fulter................................... 20
Normal Operating Sounds and Sights ......... 22
Care and Cleaning .................................... 23
Before you Call ......................................... 28
Major Apphance Warranty ......................... 32
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Please read all instructions before using this
refrigerator,
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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
_lb 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 indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
Doors
[] Handles are secure and tight
[] 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" (6mm) front-to-back
[] Toe grille is properly attached to
refrigerator
[] Cabinet is setting solid on all corners
Electrical Power
[] House power turned on
[] Refrigerator plugged in
Ice Maker
[] House water supply connected to
refrigerator
[] 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
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 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
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation problems of the past. 3unked or abandoned
or maintenance information which is
importantbutnothazard-re ated _'efrlgerat°rsorfreezersaresti,dangerous
Child entrapment and suffocation are not
even if they will sit for "just a few days': If
youaregettingridofyouroldrefrigeratoror
freezer,pleasefollowtheinstructionsbelowto
helppreventaccidents.
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.
CFClHCFC Disposal Pressing and holding the OnlOff button for
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system three seconds, located on the temperature
that used CFCsor HCFCs(chlorofluorocarbons control panel (Electronic controls), or
or hydrochlorofluorocarbons). CFCsand HCFCs turning the Freezer and Fresh Food controls
are believed to harm stratospheric ozone if to "0" (Mechanical controls) will disable
released to the atmosphere. Other refrigerants your refrigerator's cooling system, but does
may also cause harm to the environment if not disconnect the power to the light bulb
released to the atmosphere, and other electrical components. To turn off
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
These guidelines must be followed to ensure
that safety mechanisms in this refrigerator
will operate properly.
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 refngerator before deaning and before
repladng a light bulb to avoid electdcal 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 intoan electrical outlet
controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent
the refrigerator from being turned off accidentally.
power to your refrigerator you must unplug
the power cord from the electrical outlet.
Grounding type walt receptacle
Do not, under any_
circumstances, |
cut, remove, or |
bypass the |
grounding prong. _
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 qualified electrician. Avoid connecting
3_mng grdunded
To avoid personal injury or property
damage, handle tempered glass shelves
carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if
nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden
Features may vary according to model
Fixed
Door Bin
Container
Shelf
Tilt Out
Door Bin
Small
Basket
Large
Glide Out
Basket
Ice Cream Shelf Adjustable Shelf
SpilISafe ®
Ice Water Filter
Ice
Toe Grille
__ Dairy
Compartment
Door Bin
SpillSafe ¢
Adjustable
Shelf
Retainer
Door Bin
Special Item
Rack
Meat Keeper
and Cover
Can Rack
Crisper Pan
and Cover
Fixed
Door Bin
Rack
Bottle
Featuresnot included with your refrigerator can be purchasedat
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.
• 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. If
you do not hook up water to the refrigerator,
remember to turn the ice maker off.
DoNot install the refrigerator where the
temperature will drop below 55°F (13°C) 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
isessential for the proper operation of your
refrigerator.
Installation
Installation clearances
Allow the following clearances for ease
of installation, proper air circulation, and
plumbing and electrical connections:
Sides & Top 3/8inch
Back 1 inch
Toe Grille Installation and
Removal
To install toe grille
1 Open both doors. Slide left and right
sides of toe grille over lower hinges of
refrigerator.
2 While pushing toe grille firmly against
cabinet, fasten bottom clips of toe grille to
cabinet.
3 Fasten top clips to cabinet.
4 Close the doors. Fasten right and left side
clips into groove of bottom hinge.
Installin( Toe Grille
To remove toe grille
1 With both doors closed, unfasten right
and left side clips of toe grille from bottom
hinge groove.
2
Open both doors. Press firmly on top of
toe grille until top of toe grille pops off.
3
Pull toe grille outward toward your body
and off of lower hinges.
Removing Toe Grille
If your refrigerator is placed with the door
hinge side against a wall, you may have to
allow additional space so the door can be
Door Opening
The refrigerator doors are designed to shut
by themselves within a 20 degree opening.
Your refrigerator should be positioned to
allow easy access to a counter or table when
removing food. For best use of drawers and
freezer baskets, the refrigerator should be
in a position where both the refrigerator and
freezer doors can be fully opened.
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 1/4 inch (6 mm) from
front to back (to ensure that doors close and
seal properly).
Doors should align with each other and be
level.
All of these conditions can be met by
raising or lowering the adjustable front
rollers.
To level the cabinet using the front
rollers:
1 Open both doors and remove the toe
grille (see "Toe Grille Installation and
Removal" in the "Installation" section).
2 Close the doors and use a flat-blade
screwdriver or 3/8inch socket wrench to
raise or lower the front rollers.
3 Ensure both doors are bind-free with their
seals touching the cabinet on all four
sides.
Raise
To level the doors using the adjustable
lower hinge (some models):
Before leveling either door, remove set
screw that locks door height into position.
(The door cannot be adjusted without set
screw removed).
If the refrigerator door is lower than the
freezer door, raise the refrigerator door by
turning the adjustment screw clockwise
using a 7/i6 inch wrench. (See illustration.)
If the freezer door is lower than the
refrigerator door, raise the freezer door by
turning the adjustment screw clockwise
using a 7/I6 inch wrench. (See illustration.)
Raise
Door
After leveling, verify door stop contacts
lower hinge and top of door does
not contact upper hinge through full
movement of door (from fully closed to
fully open).
Reinstall set screw, locking the door
height.
Door Stop /
Open Door
Flange- L
__Hinge F,ange
(_-_X _l \ Set Screw
(some models)
_- Hinge
7/16" Wrench and
3/32" Hex Key (some models)
6 Replace the toe grille by fitting it into
place (see "Toe Grille Installation and
Removal" in the "Installation" section).
Socket
Wrench Set
Tools Necessary:
Phillips TM
Head
4 Close the doors.
To remove the refrigerator top hinge
cover:
1 Remove the three screws from each cover
over the top door hinges.
2 Lift hinge cover straight up and off.
Rear Cover Float cover
Screw Screws
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Top
Cover
Hinge
Screws
Top
,Hinge
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To remove the refrigerator doer:
1 Trace lightly around the door's top hinge
with a pencil. This makes reinstallation
easier.
Top Hinge Top Hinge
COVs_rrFrwOn_ ,_-d_Cover Rear
_ _ Screw
Top
_ Hinge Bottom
_ Screw Hinge
To prepare for removing the doors:
1 Make sure the electrical power cord is
unplugged from the wall outlet.
Open both doors and remove the toe
grille (as explained in the Installation
Instructions that came with your
appliance).
3 Remove any food from the door shelves.
Remove the two screws from the top
hinge. Lift the door off of the bottom
hinge and set it aside.
Removethetwobottomhingescrewsand
hingeifnecessary.
Hinge
Adjustable Hinge (some models)
To reinstall the refrigerator door, reverse the
above steps.
To remove the freezer top hinge cover:
i Remove the two screws from each cover
over the top door hinges.
2 Lift hinge cover straight up and off.
Detach the water tube from the connector
located below the freezer door. The
connector releases when you press its outer
sleeve inward.
Remove the screws from the top hinge
and pull the multi-wire cable through it.
Lift the door off of the bottom hinge.
Remove the two bottom hinge screws and
hinge if necessary.
To Disconnect
1: Press outer ring against face of
fitting
To Connect
Insert tube and push until mark
touches face of fitting
Door
Cover Screws
Front Rear Cover
Top Hinge
Cover
Hin
Screws
Multi-Wire
Cable /
To remove the freezer door;
1 Detach the
multi-wire
cable
connector
located
above the
top hinge.
Grasp both
sides of the
connector
firmly and
pull apart.
2 Trace lightly around the hinge with a
pencil. This makes reinstallation easier.
, Water
Assembly Screws
Adjustable Hinge (some models)
Hinge
Hinge .............
Assembly Screws
Non-Adjusting Hinge (some models)
6 Laythe door on its side to avoid damage to the
water tube extending from the bottom hinge.
To reinstall the freezer door,reverse the above steps.
Be sure doors are set aside in a secure
position where they cannot fall and cause
personal injury.
Wearglovesandsafetygogglesand
useextremeCAUTIONwheninstalling
thesehandles.Theroundedendof
thehandlesmaybesharp(some
Frigidaire Professional ®
Freezer Upper Refrigerator Upper
End Cap End Cap
Toensureproperinstallationof
handles,pleasereviewthese
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instructionsandillustrations
thoroughlypriortoinstallingthe
handles.
1 Removehandlesfromcartonand
anyotherprotectivepackaging.
Positionfreezerhandleendcaps
overupperandlowerpre-installed
Freezer Lower
End Cap
Refrigerator Lower
End Cap
shoulderbolts(A)thatarefastened
intodoor,ensuringtheholesforthe
setscrewsarefacingtowardsthe
refrigeratordoor.
Whileholdinghandlefirmlyagainst
Frigidaire Gallery ®
Freezer Upper Refrigerator Upper
End Cap End Cap
door,fastenupperandlowerAllen
setscrews(B)withsuppliedAllen
wrench.
Repeatsteps2and3toinstall
refrigeratorhandle.Ensurethe
holesforthesetscrewsarefacing
towardsthefreezerdoor.
Allsetscrewsshouldbetightened
andsub-flush(Allensetscrewshould
beseatedjustbelowthesurfaceof
theendcap)ofhandleendcap.The
endcapsshouldbedrawntightto
freezerandrefrigeratordoorswith
nogaps:.............................................................................................................
Freezer Lower RefrigeratorLower
End Cap End Cap
EnsureHandleSetScrewsi
areFacingEachOther
with DoorsClosed
Toavoid electric shock, which cancause
death or severe personal injury, disconnect
the refrigerator from electrical power before
connecting a water supply line to the
A shutoff valve to connect the water supply
line to your household water system. Do not
use a self-piercing type shutoff valve.
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Do not re-use compression fitting or use
thread seal tape.
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A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for
connecting a copper water supply line to the
ice maker inlet valve.
To Avoid Property Damage:
• Copper or Stainless Steel braided tubing
is recommended for the water supply
line. Water supply tubing made of 1/4
inch plastic is not recommended to be
used. Plastic tubing greatly increases
the potential for water leaks, and the
manufacturer will not be responsible for
any damage if plastic tubing is used for
the supply line.
• DO NOT install water supply tubing in
areas where temperatures fall below ....
freezing.
• Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener
can damage the ice maker, if the ice
maker is connected to soft water, ensure
that the softener is maintained and
working properly.
Ensure that your water supply line
connections comply with all local plumbing
codes.
Before Installing The Water Supply Line,
You Will Need:
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Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, flat-blade
screwdriver, and Phillips TM screwdriver
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Access to a household cold water line with
water pressure between 30 and 100 psi.
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A water supply line made of 1/4inch
(6.4 ram) OD, copper or stainless steel
tubing. To determine the length of tubing
needed, 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 (as shown).
Check with your local building authority
for recommendations on water lines and
associated materials prior to installing your
new refrigerator. Depending on your local/
state building codes, Frigidaire recommends
for homes with existing valves its Smart
Choice ® water line kit 5305513409 (with
a 6 ft. Stainless Steel Water Line) and for
homes without an existing valve, Frigidaire
recommends its Smart Choice ® water line
kit 5305510264 (with a 20 ft. copper water
line with self-tapping saddle valve). Please
refer to www.frigidaire.com/store for more
information.
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To Connect Water Supply Lime To Ice
Maker Inlet Valve
1
Disconnect refrigerator from electric
power source.
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
Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet
and discard cap.
4
If you use copper tubing - Slide brass
compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve)
onto water supply line. Push water supply
line into water valve inlet as far as it
will go (1/4inch/6.4 mm). Slide ferrule
(sleeve) into valve inlet and finger tighten
compression nut onto valve. Tighten
another half turn with a wrench; DO NOT
over tighten. See Figure 1.
If you use stainless steel tubing - The
nut and ferrule are already assembled on
the tubing. Slide compression nut onto
valve inlet and finger tighten compression
nut onto valve. Tighten another half turn
with a wrench; DO NOT over tighten. See
Figure 2.
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