Frigidaire FPBG2277RF5, FPBG2277RF4 Owner’s Manual

All about the

Use & Care

of your Refrigerator

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

Features at a Glance ...................................4

Installation ................................................5

Door Removal Instructions ..........................9

Installing Door Handles .............................11

Connecting Water Supply ..........................14

Controls ...................................................16

Automatic Ice Maker .................................20

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Storage Features ......................................21

Storing Food and Saving Energy ................25

Normal Operating Sounds and Sights .........26

Changing the Filter ...................................27

Care and Cleaning ....................................30

Before you Call .........................................33

Major Appliance Warranty .........................35

242292004 (June 2016)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Please read all instructions before using this refrigerator.

For your Safety

• DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other

ammable liquids in the vicinity of this or

any other appliance. Read product labels

for warnings regarding ammability 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

nishes if they come in contact with other

appliances or furniture.

Denitions

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.

Installation Checklist

Doors

 Handles are secure and tight  Door seals completely to cabinet on all

sides

 Freezer drawer is level across the top

Leveling

 Refrigerator is level, side-to-side and

tilted ¼ inch (6 mm) 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 (select models)

 House water supply connected to

refrigerator

 No water leaks present at all

connections - recheck in 24 hours

 Ice maker is turned ON

Final Checks

 Shipping material removed  Fresh food and freezer temperatures set  Crisper humidity controls set  Registration card sent in

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.

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

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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Grounding type wall receptacle

Power cord with 3-prong grounded plug

Do not, under any circumstances, cut, remove, or bypass the grounding prong.

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 qualied

service technician.

IMPORTANT

CFC/HCFC Disposal

Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFCs

or HCFCs (chlorouorocarbons or hydrochlorouorocarbons). 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 qualied technician. If

you intentionally release refrigerant, you may

be subject to nes and imprisonment under

provisions of environmental legislation.

• 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 insufcient 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

Pressing and holding the On/Off button for three seconds, located on the left side of the temperature control panel 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.

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 qualied

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.

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.

FEATURES AT A GLANCE

*LED Cluster Light

Flipper Guide

*LED Cluster Light

*Features may vary according to model

*LED

Cluster Light

*LED

Cluster Light

Crisper Drawer

Deli Drawer

Adjustable

Hinges

*LED Cluster Light

*Ice Maker

Ice Bin

IMPORTANT

Water Filter

Freezer Baskets

Toe Grille

Dairy Compartment

Air Filter

SpillSafe™ Shelf

Slide Under Shelf

Flipper Mullion

Crisper Drawer

Door Bin

Features not included with your refrigerator can be purchased at www.frigidaire.com or by calling 1-800-944-9044.

Top Hinge Cover Front Screw

Top Hinge Cover Rear Screw

Lower

Hinge

Screw

Top Hinge Screw

Components Provided:

Required Tools

Wrench

Drive Head

Tools Necessary:

Wrench Set

You will need the following tools:

(OR)

INSTALLATION

Phillips Head

#2 Square

This Use & Care Guide provides general installation and operating instructions for your model. We recommend using a service or kitchen contracting professional to install your refrigerator. 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, non-GFCI, 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 oor that is level and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator.

• Consider water supply availability for

models equipped with an automatic ice

maker.

Socket

3/8" Fixed

Adjustable

Installation

CAUTION

Do Not 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. Sufcient air circulation

is essential for the proper operation of your refrigerator.

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

Sides & Top 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) Back 1 inch (25.4 mm)

NOTE



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 opened wider.

Door opening

Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to a counter when removing food. For best use of refrigerator drawers and freezer baskets, the refrigerator should be in a position where both can be fully opened.

INSTALLATION

Toe Grille Must

CAUTION

o Not loosen or remove these 3 hex

screws.

DO NOT

Loosen

Remove

These 3

Hex

Screws

1 Slightly open freezer drawer. Lift the

toe grille and gently pull forward (see illustration). Toe grilles vary by model.

2 You can raise or lower each door. Use

a ⅜ inch socket wrench to turn the

adjustment screws (one per side). To raise: turn adjustment screw clockwise. To lower: turn adjustment screw

counterclockwise. 3 Ensure both doors are bind-free with their

seals touching the cabinet on all four sides

and that cabinet is stable. 4 After unit is leveled, lower anti-tip leg until

it contacts the oor.

Level Refrigerator & Adjust Doors (if necessary)

Guidelines for nal positioning of your refrigerator:

• All four corners of the cabinet must rest

rmly on the oor.

• 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.

Most of these conditions can be met by raising or lowering the adjustable front rollers.

To level the cabinet using the front rollers:

Fit Over

Anti-tip Bracket

Screw/Washer

Assembly

(3) Retaining Clips

Door

Anti-tip Leg

5 Install the toe grille by tting into place.

Door

Raise

Lower

INSTALLATION

To adjust the door stop:

Door stop is adjustable between 85 to 145 degrees.

NOTE



View shown is looking up at the bottom of the refrigerator door.

Lower Hinge

Min Open

Max Open

Adjustable Door Stop

1 Open door to provide access to screw. 2 Loosen screw. 3 Adjust door to desired location.

Door Stop

Screw

4 Rotate door stop until it makes contact

with the lower hinge.

5 Re-tighten screw.

Rotate Door

Stop

Re-tighten

Screw

Re-tighten Screw

6 Ensure door stops in desired location

before resuming normal use.

To level the doors using the adjustable lower hinge (select models):

1 Remove all food items from door bins on

door being adjusted.

2 Open doors to 90 degrees.

Rotate

Door to Desired

Location

Adjusting Door

Open

Door

Degrees

Bottom of Door

NOTE



Adjustable hinge should only be used after doors have been leveled with rollers.

INSTALLATION

3 Lift the door while adjusting the washer.

To raise the door, rotate washer clockwise (when viewed from the bottom). To lower door, rotate washer counter-clockwise (when viewed from the bottom).

Lower Door

Hinge Washer

Raising/Lowering Door

To adjust the ipper mullion:

1 Loosen the screw located on the ipper

mullion hinge.

Raise Door

Flipper Mullion

2 Adjust ipper mullion height. For proper

connection with the ipper mullion guide,

there should be a separation about the thickness of a coin (0.060 inches, or

1.5 mm) between the guide and ipper

mullion.

Mullion

Guide

Flipper Mullion

Thickness

of a Coin

Adjusting Flipper Mullion Height

3 Re-tighten screw.

Flipper Mullion Hinge

Adjusting Flipper Mullion Screw

Screw

DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS

Front

Getting through narrow spaces

If your refrigerator will not t through an

entrance area, you can remove the doors.

Check rst by measuring the entrance.

To prepare for removing the doors:

1 Make sure the electrical power cord is

unplugged from the wall outlet.

2 Open the freezer drawer and remove the

toe grille (see “Installation” section).

3 Remove any food from the door shelves

and close the doors.

To remove the top hinge covers:

1 Remove the two screws from each cover

over the top door hinges.

2 Lift inside edge of hinge cover and tilt back.

Top Hinge Cover

Hinge Screws

Multi-wire Cables

Leave Hinge With Door

Front Cover Screw

Rear Cover Screw

Ground Screw

Top Hinge

To remove the refrigerator doors:

1 Trace lightly around the door’s top hinges

with a pencil. This makes reinstallation easier.

2 Disconnect the harness by grasping both

sides of the connector rmly, depress the

latch, and pull apart. Remove the two screws from the top hinge. Lift the door off of the bottom hinge and set it aside.

Rear Cover Screw

Top Hinge

NOTE



DO NOT remove the ground screw from hinge.

Ground Screw

Cover Screw

Top Hinge Cover

Hinge Screws

Two Wire Cables

Leave Hinge With Door

NOTE



When reinserting the water tube and replacing the top hinge cover, use care to be sure you do not kink the tube.

DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS

Removing Freezer Drawer

NOTE



You will be pulling approximately three feet of water tube from the back of the refrigerator.

4 Unscrew the three lower hinge screws and

hinge if necessary.

To reinstall the right door, reverse the above steps.

Lower Hinge Removal

1 Remove 4 hex head drawer screws. 2 Lift up drawer to remove.

Remove

Hex Head

Drawer Screw

DO NOT Remove

Other

Screws

Once both doors are in place, ensure they are aligned with each other and level (Please see the “Installation” section for more details), and replace the top hinge cover.

CAUTION

Be sure doors are set aside in a secure position where they cannot fall and cause personal injury, or damage to the doors or handles.

Replacing Freezer Drawer

1 Lower drawer back into place. 2 Replace 4 hex head drawer screws and

tighten.

DO NOT

Loosen

or Remove These 3

Hex

Screws

INSTALLING DOOR HANDLES

Door Handle Mounting Instructions for Frigidaire

1 Remove handles from carton

and any other protective packaging.

2 Position fresh food handle

end caps over upper and lower pre-installed shoulder bolts (A) that are fastened into door, ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing towards the opposite door.

3 While holding handle rmly

against door, fasten upper and lower Allen set screws (B) with supplied Allen wrench.

4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to

install opposite handle. Ensure the holes for the set screws are facing towards

the rst door.

5 Position freezer handle end

caps over left and right pre-installed shoulder bolts that are fastened to the door, ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing down.

6 While holding handle rmly

against door, loosely tighten right Allen set screw (B) with supplied Allen wrench until there is no gap between handle and door.

7 Still holding the handle rmly

to the door, rmly tighten

left Allen set screw (B) with supplied Allen wrench.

8 Return to the right Allen set

screw (B) and rmly tighten

with supplied Allen wrench.

Mounting Refrigerator Handles

Mounting Freezer Handle

NOTE



All set screws should be tightened so the screw is below the surface of the handle. The handles should be drawn tight to freezer and refrigerator doors with no gaps. Opening the opposite door while tightening the Allen screw makes installation easier.

The door handle may loosen over time or if it was installed improperly. If this happens, tighten the set screws on the handles.

CAUTION

Wear gloves and safety goggles. Use extreme CAUTION when installing these handles.

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