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INTRODUCTION
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beginning of a long relationship together.
This manual is your resource for the use
and care of your product. Please read
it before using your appliance. Keep it
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doesn’t seem right, the troubleshooting
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Installation Checklist
Doors
Handles are secure and tight Door seals completely to cabinet
on all sides
Doors are level with each other
Leveling
Appliance is level side-to-side and
tilted ¼" (6 mm) front-to-back
Toe grille is properly attached Cabinet is level on the floor
Electrical Power
House power turned on Appliance is plugged in
Ice Maker
House water supply connected
to appliance (Warning: Potable
water supply only.)
No water leaks present at all
connections - recheck in 24 hours
Ice maker is turned ON Ice & water dispenser
operates correctly
Final Checks
Shipping material removed Refrigerator and freezer tempera-
tures set to recommended setting
Crisper humidity controls set
(some models)
Registration card sent in
Serial Number Location
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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WARNING
Please read all instructions before using
this appliance.
Safety Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is
used to alert of 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.
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
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 personnel. Use only manufacturer-authorized
service parts. Any repair equipment
used must be designed for flammable
refrigerants. Follow all manufacturer
repair instructions. Do not puncture
refrigerant tubing.
CAUTION
CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion.
Dispose of refrigerator properly
in accordance with the applicable
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.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY
Cancer and Reproductive Harm
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or maintenance information which
is important but not hazard-related.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Child Safety
This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic
bags, and any exterior wrapping material
immediately after the appliance 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 suocation.
Safety Instructions
• DO NOT store or use gasoline, or
other flammable liquids, or aerosols
within or in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance. Read product labels
for warnings regarding flammability
and other hazards.
• DO NOT operate the unit 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.
Proper Disposal of your Appliance
Risk of child entrapment
Child entrapment and suocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous –
even if they will sit for “just a few days”. If
you are getting rid of your old unit, please
follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.
We strongly encourage responsible appliance recycling/disposal methods. Check
with your utility company or visit energystar.gov/recycle for more information
on recycling your old appliance.
Before you throw
away your appliance:
• Remove doors.
• Leave shelves in
place so children
may not easily
climb inside.
• Have refrigerant
removed by a qualified
service technician.
WARNING
These guidelines must be followed to
ensure that safety mechanisms in this
unit will operate properly.
Grounding type wall receptacle
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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Electrical information
• The appliance 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 3-prong receptacle. The receptacle must be installed
in accordance with local codes and
ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician. Avoid connecting the unit 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 appliance 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 unit before cleaning and
before replacing the AC LED light
bulb to avoid electrical shock. Use a
5-watt or less AC LED light bulb only.
• Performance may be aected if the
voltage varies by 10% or more. Operating the appliance with insucient
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 unit from
being turned o accidentally.
IMPORTANT
Turn o power to your appliance you
must unplug the power cord from the
electrical outlet.
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.
IMPORTANT
CFC/HCFC Disposal
Your old unit may have a cooling system
that used CFCs or HCFCs (chlorofluorocarbons or hydrochlorofluorocarbons).
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 appliance, 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 provisions of
environmental legislation.
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FEATURES
*Features may vary according to model
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D
C
B
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GH
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A
B
K
L
M
AAdjustable Door Bins
BShelves
CIce Container
DFixed Door Bins
EIce Maker
FDamper/Air filter housing
GRefrigerator LED Light Cover
HWater Filter
IDairy Compartment
JTemperature Sensor/Thermistor
KDeli Drawer (some models)
LCrisper Pan
MToe Grille
NSlide Out Basket
IMPORTANT
Accessories are available for your appliance and may be purchased at
Frigidaire.com or by calling 1-800-374-4432 (Frigidaire.ca or 1-800-265-8352 in
Canada) or from an authorized seller.
INSTALLATION
Installing Toe Grille
Removing Toe Grille
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This Use & Care Manual provides general
operating instructions for your model. Use
the unit only as instructed in this Use &
Care Manual. Before starting the appli-
ance, 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 unit out of direct
sunlight and away from the range,
dishwasher or other heat sources.
• Install the appliance on a floor that is
level and strong enough to support a
fully loaded unit.
• Consider water supply availability for
models equipped with an automatic ice maker. If you do not hook up
water to the appliance, remember to
turn the ice maker o.
WARNING
This appliance is intended to be used
in household and similar applications
such as:
• sta kitchen areas in shops, oces
and other working environments;
• farm houses and by clients in hotels,
motels and other residential type
environments;
• bed and breakfast type
environments;
• catering and similar non-retail
applications.
CAUTION
Do Not install the unit where the tem-
perature 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 appliance.
Do Not block the toe grille on the lower
front of your unit. Sucient air circulation is essential for the proper operation of your appliance.
Installation
Installation clearances
• Allow the following clearances for ease
of installation, proper air circulation, and
plumbing and electrical connections:
Sides & Top ⅜"
Back 1".
NOTE
If your unit is placed with the door hinge
side against a wall, you may have to
allow additional space for the handle so
the door can be opened wider.
Toe Grille Installation and Removal
To install toe grille
1. Open both doors. Slide the left and
right sides of the toe grille over the
lower hinges of the appliance.
2. While pushing the toe grille firmly
against cabinet, fasten the bottom
clips of toe grille to the cabinet.
3. Fasten the top clips to the cabinet.
4. Close the doors. Fasten the right
and left side clips into the groove of
the bottom hinge.
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4
To remove the toe grille
1. With both doors closed, unfasten
the right and left side clips of toe
grille from the bottom hinge groove.
2. Open both doors. Press firmly on the
top of the toe grille until the top of
the toe grille pops o.
3. Pull the toe grille outward toward
your body and o of the lower hinges.
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INSTALLATION
Door Opening
NOTE
The doors are designed to shut by
themselves within a 20 degree opening.
Position your unit to allow easy access to
a counter or table when removing food.
For the best use of drawers and freezer
baskets, position the appliance where
both doors can fully open.
Guidelines for final positioning
of your unit:
• Rest all 4 corners of the cabinet
firmly on the floor.
• Level the cabinet at the front and rear.
• Tilt the sides ¼" (6 mm) from front
to back (to ensure the doors close
and seal properly).
• Align the doors with each other
and level.
Meet all of these conditions 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 wrench
to raise (clockwise) or lower
(counterclockwise) the front rollers.
3. Ensure both doors are bind-free
with their seals touching the cabinet
on all 4 sides.
Open Door
INSTALLATION
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To level the doors using the adjustable
lower hinge:
NOTE
Some models will not have a set screw. For
those models follow steps 2 through 4.
1. Before leveling either door, remove
the set screw that locks the door
height into position. (The door
cannot be adjusted without the set
screw removed).
2. If the refrigerator door is lower than
the freezer door, raise the refrigerator door by turning the adjustment
screw counterclockwise using a 7/16"
wrench. (See illustration.)
3. If the freezer door is lower than the
refrigerator door, raise the freezer
door by turning the adjustment
screw counterclockwise using a 7/16"
wrench. (See illustration.)
4. After leveling, verify the door stop
contacts the lower hinge and the
top of the door does not contact the
upper hinge through full movement
of the door (from fully closed to
fully open).
Door Stop
Flange
7/16" Wrench and
3/32" Hex Key (some models)
5. Reinstall the set screw, locking the
door height.
6. Replace the toe grille by fitting it
into place (see “Toe Grille
Installation and Removal” in the
INSTALLATION section).
Hinge
Flange
Set Screw
(some models)
Hinge
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Wrench Set
Adjustable
Tools Necessary:
Socket
DOOR REMOVAL
Phillips™
Head
&
Flathead
Screwdriver
or
or
Wrench
To remove the refrigerator top hinge/cover:
1. Remove the 2 screws from the cover
over the top door hinge.
2. Lift hinge cover straight up and o.
3. Trace lightly around the door’s top
hinge with a pencil. This makes
reinstallation easier.
4. Remove the 2 screws from the top
hinge and lift the hinge straight up.
Lift the door o of the bottom hinge
and set it aside.
5. Remove the 2 bottom hinge screws
and hinge if necessary.
⅜" Fixed
Wrench
Top Hinge
Cover Front
Screw
Top
Hinge
Screw
To prepare for removing the doors:
1. Make sure the electrical power cord
is unplugged from the wall outlet.
2. 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.
4. Close the doors.
Bottom
Hinge
Screw
Top Hinge
Cover Rear
Screw
Door
Hinge
Assembly
Closer
Pin
Screws
Adjustable Hinge
To reinstall the refrigerator door, reverse
the above steps.
Hinge
DOOR REMOVAL
Door
Assembly
Screws
Tubing
Closer
Pin
Hinge
Door
Water
Line
Tubing
Screws
Hinge
Assembly
To Disconnect
touches face of fitting
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To remove the freezer top hinge cover:
1. Remove the 2 screws from the cover
over the top door hinge.
2. Lift hinge cover straight up and o.
To remove the freezer door:
1. Release the wires from the
routing clip.
To prevent wire damage, ensure the
wires are rerouted through the routing
clip when reassembling the hinge cover.
2. Disconnect the 2 multi-wire cable
connectors located above the
top hinge. Grasp both sides of
the connector firmly, press the
connector lock and pull apart.
Remove the ground screw.
3. Trace lightly around the hinge with a
pencil. This makes reinstallation easier.
4. Detach the water tube from the
connector located below the freezer
door. The connector releases when
you press its outer sleeve inward.
IMPORTANT
1. Press outer ring against face of
fitting
2. Pull to
remove tube
To Connect
Insert tube and push until mark
Adjustable Hinge (some models)
Water
Line
Hinge
Non-Adjusting Hinge (some models)
5. Remove the 2 screws from the top
hinge and lift the hinge straight
up, pulling the 2 multi-wire cables
through it. Lift the door o of the
bottom hinge.
6. Remove the 2 bottom hinge screws
and hinge if necessary.
7. Lay the 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.
CAUTION
Be sure doors are set aside in a secure
position where they cannot fall and
cause personal injury.
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