Frigidaire FRS26KR4CW1, FRS26KR4CQ1, FRS26KR4CQ0, FRS26KR4CB1, FRS26KF5CW1 Owner’s Manual

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Welcome .................. ... .. 2

Refrigerator

Safety Instructions ............ 3

Installation - In=_._Conneutlng

Ice Maker ToWater Supply ............ 4 - 5

Door Removal

Instructions ................... 6

Features at a Glance...

Temperature Controls .......

Looking Inside ..........

Automatic Ice and Water

Dispenser ................ 12 - 16

Food Storage D

& Energy Saving Tips ....... 17

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Normal Operating Sounds.. 18

Care & Cleaning ......

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Warranty ...................... 21

Espafiol .......... 26

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Before You Call

Solutions to

Commo,eroDlom,.............. 22 - 25

Welcome & Congratulations

Congratula'aons on your purchase of a new retngerator tWe here at Electrolux Home Products are very proud of our product and we are completely committed to providing you with the best serv}ce possible. Your satisfaction is our #1

pnortty.

Pleasereadthis Use &CareManualvery carefully Itcontams

valuable tntormatlon on how to propedy matnta_nyour new

refrigerator We know you'll enjoy your new refngerator and Thank You

forchoosing ourproduct, We hope you consider usfor future purchases

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating mstruchons for your model. Use your refrigerator only as

instructed in this manual 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.

Please record your model and serial numbers below for

future reference. This information is found on the serial

plate located inside the refrigerator compartment.

NOTE: Use only soap andwaterto cleanserialplate.

Model Number Serial Number

Purchase Date"

Questions?

1-800-944-9044

(United States)

1-866-213-9397

(Canada)

Extend Your Warranty Protection

With An

Extended Service Contract

CALL 1-800-944-9044

To Enjoy These Benefits:

Total freedom from repair bills so

unexpected repairs won't upset your budget.

Fast, convenient toll-free service is just a phone call away.

Top-quality repairs by factory-trained experts.

Quick access to genuine replacement parts so you can rest assured your refngerator is repaired with the proper

components.

Please complete and mail in the Product Registration Card included with your refrigerator.

Pleaseattach sales receipt

here for future reference.

Important Safety Instructions

Please Read All Instructions Before Using This Refrigerator.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store orusegasoline, or otherflammable I=qulds m the vicinity of th_sor any other apphance Read

product labels forwarnings regarding flammabd_tyand other hazards.

Do not operate the refrigerator in the presence of

explosive fumes.

Avmd contactwithany mowng parts of automatic ice maker.

Remove allstaples from the carton Staples can cause severe cuts, and also destroy fimshes if theycome m contact with other appliances or fumdure.

CHILD SAFETY

Destroy or recyclethe carton,plasticbags, and any exterior wrapping matenal tmmedtately after the refngerator _s unpacked Children shouldNEVER usethese_temstoplay

Cartons covered with rugs,bedspreads, plasticsheets or stretch wrapmay becomeairtightchambers,and can quickly

cause suffocation.

These Guidelines Must Be Followed To Ensure That Safety Mechanisms In This Refrigerator Will Operate Properly.

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

The refrigerator must be plugged into itsown dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AConly electric outlet.

The powercordofthe apphanceJsequippedwitha three-pronggroundingplugforyourprotectionagainst

electricalshockhazards It must be pluggeddirectly

_ntoa properlygroundedthree-prongreceptacle The receptaclemustbe metalled maccordancewithlocal

codes and ordinances. Consult aqualified electncian

Do not use an extension cord oradapter plug. Ifthe powercord_sdamaged,it shouldbereplacedbythe

manufacturer,servicetechnicianora qualifiedpersonto preventany nsk

Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on thepower cord. Always grip the plug hrmly,and pull straight out

from the receptacleto preventdamaging the powercord.

Unplugthe refngerator before cleaning and before

replacing a hght bulb to avoid electrical shock Performance may be affected tfthe voltage vanes by

10% or more Operating the refrigerator with insufftc_ent power can damage the compressor Such damage is not covered underyour warranty.

Do not plug the unitinto an outlet controlled by a wall switchor pull cord to prevent the refrigerator from being

turned off accidentally, Avoidconnecting refngeratorto aGround FaultInterruptor

(GFI) circuit,

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER

Risk ofchild entrapment

are not problems of the past Junkedorabandoned refngerators or freezers are still dangerous -

even if they will sit for "just a few Chtldentrapmentand suffecation

days" Ifyou are getting rid ofyour old refrigerator orfreezer, please

follow the instructions below to

help prevent accidents.

Before youthrow away your old refrigerator/freezer:

Remove doors, Leave shelves m placeso chddren may noteasdy chmb

inside.

Have refrigerant removed by a quahfled service

technician.

IMPORTANT: Turningthe Freezer and Fresh Food Controls to"0" turns offthecompressorandprevents

yourrefngeratorfromcooling,butdoesnotdisconnect

the power to the light bulb and other electrical components.Toturnoffpowertoyourrefrigeratoryou mustunplugthe power cordfrom thewall outlet.

I anyclrcums_ances,I

• cut,remove, /

I orbypass the . /

3-pronggrm.lndedplug _

Installation

This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instrucbons for your model Usethe refrigerator only as instructed }nthis

Use& Care Manual Beforestarting therefrigerator,follow

these important first steps.

LOCATION

• Choose a placethat is neara grounded electricaloutlet Do Not use an extension cordor an adapter plug.

Ifpossible,piece the refrigeratoroutof directsunlight and away from the range, d_shwasheror other heat sources.

• Therefngeratormust be installedona floor thattslevel and strongenoughtosupport a fullyloaded refrigerator.

Consrder watersupplyavadabilJtyfor modelsequipped

with an automatic ice maker

INSTALLATION

Do Not install the refrigerator where

the tamporatutewill drop below55°F (13°C) or rise above tl 0°F (43°C). Thecompressor willnot beable

to maintain proper temperatures inside the

refrigerator.

Do Not block the toe gritle on the

lower frentofyourmffigerator.Sufficientaircirculation

is essential for the proper operation of your

refrigerator.

Installation Clearances

Allow the following clearancesfor ease ofinstallation, proper air c=rculation,and plumbing end electncal

connections.

Sides &Top............... 3/8"

Back ........................ 1"

DOOR OPENING

NOTE: tf you refrigeratoris placed with thedoor hinge side agemsta wall, you may have to allow additional space sothe door can be opened wider.

Yourrethgerator sheuldbe pos'Ct_onedto alloweasyaccess to a counter when remowng food. For best use of drawers and freezer baskets,the refrigeratorshouldbe in aposition where

boththe rethgerator and freezerdoorscan befully opened.

TOE GRILLE INSTALLATION / REMOVAL

To Remove Toe Grille:

1 Open freezer and fresh food compartment doors. 2 Workingfrom left side of toe grd{e, shp your fingers

between top oftoe gnlle and cabinet. Gently pu]l

forward until first set of tabs are free. Shde your hand

down pastthe tree tabs and pull forwardagain untt}the second set of tabs are free. Continue this process until all tabs are free and thetoo gnlle can be removed (See

graphic attop of page innght column.)

To Install Toe Grille:

1 Openfreezerand

fresh food compartment doors

2 Line uptoe gnlleat

baseof refngerator, making sure the four

bottom tabsare resting through holes

at base ofcabinet.

Starting from left side of toe grille, press tnon first top tab using your thumb

and pushtoegnneforward untilitsnaps tnplace Continue this process until all tabs aresnapped in place and toe

gnlle issecured to refngerator

LEVELING

Allfourcomersofyourrefngeratormustrestfirmlyonasohdfloor.

Yourrefngeratortsequippedwith adiustablefrontrollersto help levelyourunitToenscreproperdoorsealandass=stdoorclo_ng, therefngeratorshouldbetired1/4"(6ram),fronttobeck.

ToLevel YourRefrigerator:

1 Removetoegnlle (See"ToRernoveToeGnlle")

2. Useflat-bladescrewdriveror3/8"socketwrenchtoadJuSt frontrollers

NOTE: The refrigerator doors are designed to shutby themselves within a20 degree opening.

Cabinet

Check bothdoorstobe suresealstouchcabinetonall four sides

Installation. Connecting Ice Maker To Water Supply

Toavoideisctdc shock, whichcan cause death orsevere personalinjury,disconnectthe refrigerator

from electrical power before connecting a water supply line to the refrigerator.

To Avoid Property Damage:

Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply line, Water supply tubing made of1/_,,plastic Is not recommended since it greatly increases the potential for water leaks. Manufacturer will not be responsible for any damage if plastic tubing is used for supply line.

DO NOTinstall water supply tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the icemaker. If the ice maker is connected tosoft

water, ensure that the softener is maintained and working properly.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that your watersupplylineconnectionscomplywithall local plumbing codes.

Before Installing The WaterSupply Line, You WillNeed

Basic Tools: adjustable wrench,flat-blade screwdriver, and PhdhpsTM screwdriver

Access toa householdcoldwater linewithwater pressurebetween 20 and 100 psi

• Awater supplyhnemade of ¼ inch (6.4 rnm) OD, coppertubing.Todetermine the lengthofcoppertubingneeded, you willneed to measurethe distance from the ice maker inJetvalve attheback ofthe refrigeratorto yourcoldwater

pipe Then add approximately7feet (2 1meters), so therefrigeratorcanbe movedoutforcleaning(as shown) A shutoff valve toconnectthe water supplyline toyour householdwater system DO NOT usea self-piercing type

shutoff valve

A compression nutand ferrule (sleeve) forconnestmgthe water supply hneto the ice maker inlet valve.

NOTE: Water hrtek;,tnumber 5303917950, available from your apphance dealer at additionalcost, contains 25 feet(7.6

meters) of ¼ inch ODcoppertubtng, asaddle type shutoff valve (nonpiercing), (2) ¼ mch brasscompressionnuts, (2)

ferruleslsfeeves, andinstructionsfor installing a water supply line

To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve

1. Disconnect refrigerator from elestrlc power source.

2. Place end of water supply line into sink orbueket. Turn ON water suppty

and flush supply line until water Is clear Turn OFF water supply at shut off valve

3 Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap

4. Shde brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) onto water supply line, as shown.

5. Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as Jtwtll go (V4 inch). SIrde ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut

onto valve Tighten another haft turn with a wrench; DO NOT over t_ghten.

6 Wtth steel clamp and screw, secure water supply line to rear panel of

refngerator as shown.

7 Cod excess water supply line (about 2Y2turns) behind refrigerator as shown

and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface

8. Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connecttons that leak

9. Reconnect refrigerator to eisctncal power source

10. To turn pcemaker on, lower wire signal arm (see tce maker front cover for ON/OFF posttlon of arm).

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IMPORTANT: it takesapproximately24 hoursfor the ice makerto beginproducing ice.Airin new plumbinglines may cause_cemakertocycletwo orthreetimesbefore makingafulltrayof ice Newplumbingmaycause tceto be discolored

orhavepoorflavor.Discardice madeduring thefirst24 hours.

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Door Removal Instructions

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DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS:

flit isnecessary to move therefrigerator through narrowdoorways, follow these steps to remove thedoors.

IMPORTANT: Beforeyou begin, turnFreezerand Fresh Foodcentrols to"O" and removeelectdcel powercordfrom walloutlet.Removeany

foodfromdoor shelves.

1. Disconnect electrical supply.

2. Open both doors, then remove toe grille

3. Close doors,

ToRemove Refrigerator Door:

1. Remove top hingecover screw on refrigerator door and removecover

2. Trace around hingewith soft lead pencil Th_swdlmake it easier to realign doors when they are replaced.

3. Remove top hingeand lift refrigerator door off bottom hinge pm Set door aside.

4 Remove bottom hinge, if necessary

5 Reverse this procedure to reinstall refrigerator door

To Remove Freezer Door:

1 D_sconnectwaterline coming from lower hingeoffreezer door atconnection

located under front offreezer Press outer ring against face offitting, thenpull to remove tube.

2, Remove top hingecover screw on freezer door and removecover 3 Dtsconnectwiringharnessconnectorplugattophlnge placeyourthumbson

flat sides of each connector and bend both parts back and fortt_,then with firm grasp, pull both p_eoesapart

4. Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil Th_swdlmake it easier to realign doors when they are replaced

5, Remove top hinge,aJlow]ngwrongharness to pullthrough hinge and hftfreezer

dooroff of bottomhingepin Laydoordown fiattoavoidkinkingwaterhne.

6, Remove bottom hJnge,if necessary

7. Reverse thisprocedure to reinstall freezer door

When both doors have been reinstalled, connect water line by Inse_ng tube and push untilmark touches face of fitting, replace toe gnlle and plug inelectncal power cord.Turnbothtemperature controlstocenter pos_lon Adjustsettrngsasnecessary

TO DISCONNECT

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Features At A Glance

Door Bin --

Ice Container

Pizza Shelf

Small Items

Win

Door

Largq

Freezer and Refflgemtor

SplllSafe'"

IShelf

:liter

r Door

Bin

Meat Keeper and Cover

billSafe'"

Rxed Shelf

Speclal Ilem

Door

Retainer

and Cover

Door Bin

Toe Grllle

Features may vary according to model

Temperature Controls

COOL DOWN PERIOD Toensure sate foodstorage,allow therefrigerator to operate withthe doors closed forat_east8 to 12 hours before _oadmg

itwith food REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER CONTROLS

NOTE: When changing control settings,wait24 hours before making additionaladjustments.

TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT

• After24 hours, adjust the controls as needed. Adjust

temperatures gradually: move the knob in small increments, allowing the temperature to stabilize.

• Forcc4dertemperatures, turnthe knob towards Colder.

• Forwarmer temperatures, turn theknob towards Cold To mamtam temperatures, a fan circulates air in the

refngerator and freezer compartments Forgood ctrculatbon, do not block cold atr vents w_thfood ttems.

TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT GUIDE

If Fresh Food Compartment Is Too Warm TurnFresh Food Control ShghtlyTowardsColder.

If Fresh Food Compartment Is Too Cold TurnFresh Food ControlShghtlyTowardsCold.

If Freezer Compartment Is Too Warm TurnFreezer ControlShghtlyTowardsColder.

If Freezer Compartment Is Too Cold TurnFreezer ControlShghtlyTowardsCold

* ToTurn Refrigerator Off TurnFreezer and Fresh FoodControlsTo O.

* IMPORTANT:Tummgthe F_ezer andFreshFoodControlsto"(Tturnsoffthecompressorand preventsyourrefngerator

from coohng,butdoesnotdisconnectthepowerto the hghtbulbandotherelectnc_dcomponents Toturnoffpowerto

yourrefrigeratoryoumustunplugthepowercordfrom thewalloutlet.

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