Frigidaire FRT21GNHW0 User Manual
Versión en español..................................... 2
Product Registration................................... 2
Important Safety Instructions..................... 2
First Steps ................................................... 3
Energy Saving Ideas .................................. 4
Setting the Controls................................ 4
Temperatures ..................................... 4
Energy Saver Switch....................... 4
Moisture............................................... 4
Fresh Food Storage........................... 5 -6
Care and Cleaning ............................. 6-7
Automatic Ice Maker ............................. 8
Reversible Door Instructions......... 9-11
Avoid Service Checklist............... 12-14
Normal Operating Sounds.................. 14
Warranty (United States) ................... 15
Service Information (Canada) .......... 16
Warranty (Canada).............................. 17
P/N 218921600 (9902)
Product Registration
Versión en español
Si desea obtener una copia en español de
este Manual del Usuario, sírvase escribir la
dirección que se incluye a continuación.
Solicite la P/N 218921700(0).
Spanish Owner's Guides
Frigidaire Home Products
P.O. Box 212378
Augusta, GA 30917
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Record the Model No. and Serial No. of this refrigerator in the space provided below.
These numbers are found on the serial plate located on the top left wall of the
refrigerator compartment.
Model No. __________________________________________________
Serial No. ___________________________________________________
Register Your Product
The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD (shown left) should be filled in
completely, signed and returned to Frigidaire, or in Canada, Frigidaire Canada.
Important Safety
Instructions
Proper Disposal of Your
Refrigerator/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 instructions below to help prevent
accidents.
BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR
OLD REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER:
Remove
doors.
Leave
shelves in
place, so
children
may not
easily climb
inside.
Avoid fire hazard or
electric shock. Do not use an extension
cord or an adapter plug. Do not remove
any prong from the power cord.
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.
Child Safety
• Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately
after the refrigerator is unpacked. Children should never use these items for
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 empty, discarded ice box, refrigerator or freezer is a very dangerous
attraction to children. Remove the door of any appliance that is not in use,
even if it is being discarded.
Electrical Information
These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in
the design of this refrigerator will operate properly.
• The refrigerator must be plugged into its own 115 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only
electrical 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 AN ADAPTER
PLUG.
• If voltage varies by 10 percent or more, performance of your refrigerator may
be affected. Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the
compressor. Such damage is not covered under your warranty. If you suspect
your voltage is high or low, consult your power company for testing.
• To prevent the refrigerator from being turned off accidentally, do not plug the
unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord.
• Do not pinch, knot, or bend the power cord in any manner.
Other Precautions
• Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug
firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle.
• To avoid electrical shock, unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before
replacing a light bulb. Note: Turning the control to OFF turns off the
compressor, but does not disconnect power to the light bulb or other electrical
components.
• Do not operate the refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes.
•If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, avoid contact with moving parts.
© 1999 White Consolidated Industries, Inc.
All rights reserved.
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First Steps
3" AIR SPACE
1"
1/2"
1/2"
1"
Clearance
Proper air circulation and leveling will
ensure efficient operation.
Before starting the refrigerator, 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 refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the
range, dishwasher or other heat sources.
• The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is level and strong enough
to support a fully loaded refrigerator.
• Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic
ice maker.
Installation
• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will drop below 60°F
(15°C) or rise above 110°F (43°C). The compressor will not be able to maintain
proper temperatures.
• Allow space around the unit for good air circulation. Leave a 1 inch (25 mm) space
behind and a 3 inch (75 mm) space above the refrigerator for adequate
circulation.
• In a recessed installation, allow an extra 1/2 inch (10-15 mm) on each side
for ease of installation.
• For best circulation, elevate the unit 1 inch (25 mm) from the floor, especially if
the floor is carpeted.
Door Opening
The doors should open to allow easy access to a counter when removing food.
• Do not position the refrigerator so you have to walk around the refrigerator
doors.
• Reverse the doors if necessary. See "Reversible Door Instructions."
Exposed bolt (some models)
Sunken bolt (some models)
Leveling
All four corners of refrigerator must rest firmly on a solid floor. Some models are
equipped with adjustable screw-type levelers. Others are equipped with rollers. If
your refrigerator did not come with rollers, they can be purchased from your dealer.
Refer to the Toe Grille Assembly Instruction Sheet in the literature pack to remove the
Toe Grille (some models).
• To adjust screw-type levelers (some models): Tip cabinet back slightly and
raise adjusting bolts as needed.
• To adjust front rollers (some models): Use a screwdriver, 3/8" socket wrench,
or nutdriver to adjust rollers as shown.
RAISE THE FRONT of cabinet enough so doors will close freely when opened
halfway. Level cabinet side to side. Refer to the Toe Grille Assembly Instruction Sheet
in the literature pack to replace the Toe Grille (some models).
Cleaning
• Wash the inside, all removable parts and the outside 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 or energy label can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild
detergent, or, touch the residue with the sticky side of tape already removed.
• DO NOT REMOVE THE SERIAL PLATE.
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Energy Saving Ideas
• Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of direct sunlight and
away from heating ducts or registers. Do not place the refrigerator next to heatproducing appliances such as a range, oven or dishwasher. If this is not possible,
a section of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two
appliances will help the refrigerator operate more efficiently.
• Level the refrigerator so the doors close tightly.
• Refer to this Owner's Guide for the suggested refrigerator settings.
• Periodic cleaning of the condenser will help the refrigerator run more efficiently.
See Outside in the "Care and Cleaning" section.
• Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents. Doing so causes the
refrigerator to run longer and use more energy. Shelves should not be lined with
aluminum foil, wax paper or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold air
circulation, making the refrigerator less efficient, which could cause food
spoilage.
• Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator.
This cuts down on moisture build-up inside the unit.
• Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings. Remove as many items as
needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible.
Setting the Controls
Refrigerator Control
Freezer Control
Cool Down Period
To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed
for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading with food.
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Refrigerator and Freezer Controls
• To start out, set control dials to the midpoint for a trial period of 24 hours.
Temperatures
• After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed. Adjust temperatures one
number at a time. For colder temperatures, turn the dial toward COLDEST. For
warmer temperatures, turn the dial toward COLD. The temperature will increase
or decrease, but not necessarily by 1, 2, or 3 degrees.
An adjustment made to one compartment may require an adjustment to the other.
• Turning the refrigerator control will change the temperature in BOTH
compartments. If the refrigerator control is turned to OFF, cooling
stops in both compartments.
• Turning the freezer control will change only the temperature in the freezer
compartment.
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.
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Energy Saver
Energy Saver Switch (some models)
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If your refrigerator is equipped with an Energy Saver Switch, keep it set on ENERGY
SAVER for lowest energy usage.
Moisture
During humid weather, or if moisture appears on the cabinet between the doors, set
switch to REDUCE EXTERIOR MOISTURE. A heater will warm the surface and allow
moisture to evaporate.
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Fresh Food Storage
Sliding Shelf
Shelf Adjustment
Refrigerator shelves are easily adjustable to suit individual needs. Before adjusting
shelves, remove all food. The shipping clips, which stabilize the shelves for shipping may
be removed and discarded.
To adjust sliding shelves,
remove by pulling forward to the
stop position, then lift the front edge up and pull out. Replace
LIP
on any pair of rails by reversing this procedure.
ALLY
To adjust cantilever shelves
the refrigerator), lift the back of the shelf up and out. Replace
shelf by inserting hooks at rear into wall bracket. Lower and
lock into position.
(shelves supported at the rear of
Cantilever Shelf
G05I0134
Combination Cantilever/Sliding Shelf with
Plastic Clip
To adjust combination cantilever/sliding shelves,
remove
shelf by lifting hooks up and out of rear wall bracket. Then
flex plastic clip towards center of refrigerator and pull shelf
straight out. Replace shelf by sliding plastic clip past side
wall support. Then lock hooks at rear into wall bracket.
Note: Plastic clip will automatically fit secure against side
Remove Shipping Clips
Spillsafe
models, the
glass shelves (some models) catch and hold accidental spills. In some
Spillsafe
wall.
shelves slide out for easy access to food and fast cleaning.
The shelves slide out independently of the cantilever brackets. Just pull front of shelf
forward. Shelf can be extended as far as stopper will allow and is not removable from
the cantilever bracket.
Door Storage
Door bins and shelves are provided for convenient storage of jars, bottles, and cans.
Items used often are available for quick selection.
Some models have adjustable door bins which can be moved to suit individual
needs. To move the bins, remove by lifting straight up. Place the bin in the desired
position and lower over supports.
The Dairy compartment is warmer than the general food storage section and is
intended for short term storage of cheese, spreads, or butter.
Tilt-Out Crisper (some models)
HIGHER
VEGETABLES
Adjustable Humidity Control
LOWER
HUMIDITYCONTROL
FRESH FRUITS & VEGETABLES
FRUITS
Crispers
The Crispers, located under the bottom refrigerator shelf, are designed for storing
fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. Wash items in clear water and remove
excess water before placing in the Crispers. Items with strong odors or high moisture
should be wrapped before storing. In some models, the Crispers are drawers, in
others, they are tilt-out bins.
The Humidity Control (some models with Crisper drawers) allows you to adjust the
humidity within the Crisper. This can extend the life of fresh vegetables which keep
best in high humidity. Leafy vegetables, however, keep best when stored with the
Humidity Control set on HIGH, or in a drawer without a Humidity Control. This keeps
incoming air to a minimum and maintains maximum moisture content.
Deli Drawer (some models)
Some models are equipped with a Deli Drawer for storage of luncheon meats,
spreads, cheeses, and other deli items.
Meat Pan (some models)
Some models are equipped with a Meat Pan that can be positioned below any
refrigerator shelf. Use this pan for short term storage of bulk meat items. If meats
are to be kept longer than 1 or 2 days, they should be frozen.
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Fresh Food Storage
(continued)
Chilled Air Control
Air Outlet Box
Hole Cover
Hole cover and air duct
slide into grooves on
bottom of air outlet box.
Air Duct
Meat Keeper (some models)
The temperature in the Meat Keeper drawer can be made colder than the rest of the
refrigerator compartment by adjusting the Chilled Air Control. Meat will be partially
frozen, and may be kept fresh longer than if stored on a refrigerator shelf.
Before placing items in Meat Keeper, follow these steps to keep meat fresh.
1. Carefully handle meat with clean hands, and always keep compartment clean.
2. Store meat in its original wrapper. If necessary, overwrap in plastic wrap, or foil to
prevent drying. Wrap fish tightly to prevent odor transfer to other foods.
3. If spoilage ever occurs, disinfect the compartment with liquid chlorine bleach following
label directions. Then, rinse with a solution of baking soda, and water. Rinse with clear
water, and dry.
The Chilled Air Duct can also switch sides, should you wish to move the split
cantilever shelf. To change sides:
• Remove the Meat Keeper drawer and shelf. Grasp the air duct near top and
slide toward you until duct is free from grooves.
• Slide off hole cover on opposite side. Insert the lip of the air duct in grooves of
new hole and slide back.
• Slide hole cover over original hole.
• Replace shelf and insert drawer.
Lower portion of
air duct slides up
or down.
Shelves
Adjusting the Chilled Air Duct
Care and Cleaning
Damp objects stick to cold
metal surfaces. Do not touch refrigerated surfaces with wet or damp hands.
Keep your refrigerator and freezer clean to prevent odor build-up. Wipe up any spills
immediately and clean both sections at least twice a year. Never use metallic
scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners or strong alkaline solutions on any surface.
Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher.
Always unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Turning
the control to OFF does not disconnect power to the controls, light bulb, or other
electrical components.
Inside
Wash inside surfaces of the refrigerator and freezer with a solution of 2 tablespoons
baking soda in 1 quart warm water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around the controls,
light bulb, or any electrical parts.
Wash removable parts such as shelves and drawers with baking soda solution or mild
detergent and warm water. DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS ON THESE SUR-
FACES. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Clean the door gaskets with mild suds, rinse with
clear water and wipe dry. 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 or energy label can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild
detergent, or, touch the residue with the sticky side of tape already removed. DO
NOT REMOVE THE SERIAL PLATE.
Be sure to wring
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