Frigidaire FRT05LG3DS, FRT05LG3DB, FRT053DW, FRT053DS, FRT04LG3DW Owner’s Manual

Compact

erator

Record SeriaJ/Model Numbers ..... 2

Safety lnstr ctions ................ 2 - 3

First Steps ......................... 3 - 4

Energy Saving Tips ................... 4

Setting

the Temperature Contro] ............. 4

Refrigerator Features ............. 4 - 5

Care and C_eaning .................... 5

Warranty_ .............................. 6

Troubleshooting Guide ........... 7 - 8

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P/N:241607800A(Dec2004)

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions
for your model Use your refrigerator onUyas instructed in
this guide, These instructions are not meant to cover every
possibb condition and situation that may occur, Common
sense and caution must be practiced when installing,
operating, and maintaining any appliance,

Record Your Model and SeriaJ Numbers

Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided
below, The serial plate is located on the upper left wall
inside the refrigerator,

Modet Number:

SeriaJ Number:

Purchase Date:

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Augusta, GA 30917

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THS REFRIGERATOR°

_.,,w.,_:;_,_[_ FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance, Read
product labels for flammability and other warnings,

r','l,,v-'_:t_.,'[_ CHILD SAFETY

• Destroy 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,

• Remove all staples from the carton, Staples can cause

severe cuts, and destroy finishes if they come in
contact with other appliances or furniture,

• An empty4 discarded ice box, refrigerator, or freezer is a

very dangerous attraction to children,

Remove the door(e} of any appliance that is not in use,
even if it is being discarded.

Proper DiepoeaJ of Your

RefrigeratodFreezer

_!'t*vl-'_:t_ll_[L1 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.

BEFORE YOU THROW AWAYYOUR
OLD REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER:

* Remove doors.
* Leave shelves in

place so children may
not easily climb inside.

ELECTRICAL mNFORMATION

These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety

mechanisms in the design of this refrigerator wilt

operate property.
o Refrigerator must be ptugged into its own 115Volt,

60 Hz., AC onJy etectric outlet. The power cord of the
appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding
plug for your protection against 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, Do not use an extension cord or

adapter pJug.

• if voltage varies by 10% or more, performance of your
refrigerator may be affected, Operating refrigerator with
insufficient power can damage the compressor,

o To prevent the refrigerator from being turned off

accidentically, do not plug unit into an outlet controlled
by a wall switch or pull cord,

o Do not pinch, knot, or bend the cord in any manner,

Fr.,,Lw-'_:I_,,,_,{qOTHER PRECAUTIONS

* Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the cord,

Always grip the plug firmly, and pui[ straight out from
the receptacle,

* Toavoid electrical shock, unplug the refrigerator before

cleaning and before replacing a light bulb,

NOTE:Turning the temperature control to OFF turns off the
compressor, but does not disconnect the power to the light
bulb or other electrical components,

Do not operate refrigerator in the presence of explosive

fumes,

Avoid fire hazard or

eIectric shock. Do not use an extension
cord or an adapter pIug. Do not remove
any prong from the power cord.

Grounding type
wall receptacUe

Donot,under any

circumstances,

CUt_ temove_

or bypass the

-. groueding prong°

LEVELING

The refrigerator must have ai[ bottom corners resting firmly
on solid floor, The floor must be strong enough to support a
fully loaded refrigerator, NOTE: it is Very Important for
your refrigerator to be [eve[ in order to function properly, if
the refrigerator is not leveled during installation, the door

may be misaligned and not close or seal properly, causing

cooling, frost, or moisture problems,
To Level Your Refrigerator:

After discarding crating screws and wood base, use a
carpenter's level to level the refrigerator from front-to-back,
Adjust the plastic leveling feet in front, SSbubble higher, so
that the door closes easily when left halfway open,

CLEANING

Wash any removable parts of the refrigerator interior, and
exterior with mild detergent and warm water, Wipe dry,

Do not use harsh cleaners on these surfaces.
Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments,

which can scratch the appliance surface when removing
adhesive labels, Any glue left from the tape can be

removed with a mixture of warm water and mild deter-
gent, or touch the residue with the sticky side of tape

alreadyremoved, Donot remove the serial plate.

Power suppmy
cord with 3-prong

grounding plug

This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions
for your model, Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this
Owner's Guide, Before starting the refrigerator, follow
these important first steps.

INSTALLATION
o Choose aplace that is neara grounded electrical outlet,

Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug,

o For the most efficient operation, the refrigerator should

be located where surrounding temperatures will not drop
below 10° F (-12° C) or exceed 110° F (48 ° C), The

Freeze Control Feature is designed to automatically

maintain the selected interior refrigerator temperature
within these boundaries,

o Ailowspacearoundthe unitforgoodaircircuiation,

Leave a 4 inch (101,6 mm) space on the back and 3

inches (76,2 mm) on the sides and back of the

refrigerator for adequate circulation,

_[__ To allow door to
dose and seal properly, DO NOT let

food packages extend past the front
of shelves.

Shemf Front

NOTE: The exterior walls of the refrigerator may become
quite warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from
the inside, Temperatures as much as 30° F warmer than

room temperature can be expected, For this reason it is
particularly important in hotter climates to allow enough
space for air circulation around your refrigerator,