GETTING
Started
WITH YOUR
FRIGIDAIRE SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIGERATOR
BEFORE YOU START
Before starting the refrigerator
Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the refrigerator. Choose a place that is
near a grounded electrical outlet, allowing for clearances for ease of installation, proper circulation, and
plumbing and electrical connections. After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of
your refrigerator before using it. See CARE AND CLEANING in your Use & Care Guide.
Set your controls
Adjusting the refrigerator control will change temperature in both compartments. The freezer control
can be left at the factory preset (*Recommended) or adjusted as desired.
To maintain temperatures, a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments. For good
circulation, do not block cold air vents with food items.
YOU’RE IN CONTROL
Your controls
Using your refrigerator starts with just adjusting your controls. Adjust the control in small increments,
allowing the temperature to stabilize.
Ice Maker
Hold 3 Sec
Cube Press the Cube button to get cubed ice.
Crush Press the Crush button to get crushed ice.
Light
Ice
Maker
Water
Water
Filter
Status
Air
Filter
Status*
Press the light button to turn on the dispenser light.
Press and hold the Ice Maker button for 3 seconds to
turn on the ice maker. When the Ice Maker LED is on,
the ice maker is on.
To operate the water dispenser, press a glass against
the Water dispensing paddle. Dispensed water is not
cold. For colder water, add crushed ice or cubes before
dispensing water.
When you need to order a new water filter, the side
door UI will change to the Order status. When you
need to replace the water filter, the in-door control will
change to the red replace status and the front of door
control will display Replace Water Filter.
When you need to order a new air filter, the Side Door
UI will change to the Order status. When you need to
replace the air filter, the in-door control will change to
the red Replace status and the front of door control
will display Replace Air Filter.
*Only on some models
Active
Mode View
In-Door ControlFront of Door Control
Inactive
Mode View
Sleep
Mode View
Your display is equipped
with a sleep and inactive
mode to prevent
accidental changes to
the unit settings during
opening and closing of
the doors. When both
doors are closed, the
display will be in sleep
mode. When either
door is first opened,
the display will be in
inactive mode where all
the current settings are
visible but dimmed.
Pressing any button on
the display will activate
the display and a tone
will be played. All
settings will then be
fully lit. Touch the
display again to change
any setting.
If there is no button
pressed for 10 seconds
while any door is open,
the display will default
back to inactive mode.
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QUICK CARE
A little love goes a long way
Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains its appearance and maintains freshness.
Be gentle
Clean with warm water and mild soap. For stainless steel models only, use Frigidaire
ReadyClean™ Stainless Steel Cleaner.
Air filter (some models)
Our PureAir Ultra® II air filter’s active carbon technology optimizes the reduction of
refrigerator odors. See FILTER REPLACEMENT in your Use & Care Guide for more
information on how to order.
Water filter
Change your water filter every 6 months to ensure great-tasting, safe water. Water Filter
Status on the front control prompts you to replace the filter after a standard amount of water
(125 gal/453 L for PurePour™) has flowed through the system.
FAQs
What are normal refrigeration operating sounds?
See the NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS section of your Use & Care Guide.
What should I do if my ice maker is not making any ice in my refrigerator?
If your ice maker is not making any ice, check to see if the ice maker has been inadvertently turned o.
Make sure the refrigerator is connected to the water line and/or the water valve is open. If your dispenser
will not dispense water, check to see if the water filter is seated properly. Remove and reinstall the water
filter until you hear it lock solidly into position. Remember: the freezer needs up to 24 hours to stabilize
after plugging it in before it produces ice.
Can I adjust the shelves in my Side-by-Side refrigerator to fit my spacing needs?
Shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs. Before adjusting the shelves,
remove all food. Shelves are supported by side rails. To adjust, lift up on the back of the
shelf and pull forward.
Replace the shelf by sliding it on top of the formed rails on the side walls of the cabinet
until the rear plastic hooks of the shelf lock into the rear of the cabinet liner.
For more information refer to TROUBLESHOOTING in the back of your Use & Care Guide.
LET’S MAKE IT OFFICIAL!
Take the first step to becoming a part of the Frigidaire family by registering your side-by-side
refrigerator.
Look for the PhotoregisterSM icon on your registration card.
SM
PHOTOREGISTER
WE ARE
here
FOR YOU
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