Frigidaire LFHT1831QF0 Owner’s Manual

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TABLE OF

Important Safety Instructions ...................... 2

Installatuon ................................................ 4

Door Removal/Reversal Instructuons ............ 6

Handle Installatuon ..................................... 8

Connecting Water Supply .......................... 10

Ice Servuce............................................... 12

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CONTENTS

Controls ................................................... 13

Normal Operating Sounds and Sights ......... 15

Care and Cleaning .................................... 16

Before you Call ......................................... 18

Major Apphance Warranty ......................... 19

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Please read all instructions before using this refrigerator.

For your Safety

• DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or

any other appliance. Read product labels

for warnings regarding flammability and

other hazards.

• DO NOT operate the refrigerator 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.

Definitions

_This isthe safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.

Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous Final Checks

situation which, if not avoided, will result in [] Shipping material removed

................. [] Fresh food and freezer temperatures set

Leveling

[] Refrigerator is level, side-to-side and

tilted 1/4"(6mm) front-to-back

[] Toe grille is properly attached to

refrigerator

[] Cabinet is setting solid on all corners

Electrical Power

[] House power turned on [] Refrigerator plugged in

Ice Maker

[] House water supply connected to

refrigerator

[] No water leaks present at all connections

- recheck in 24 hours

[] Ice maker is turned ON [] Ice & water dispenser operates correctly

[] Front filter must be flush with filter

housing (select models)

[] Crisper humidity controls set [] Registration card sent in

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result

in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous

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minor or moderate injury.

IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or maintenance information which is

,mportantbutnothazard-related.

Child Safety

Destroy or recycle the 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.

Proper Disposal of your

Refrigerator or Freezer

Risk of child entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not

problems of the past. 3unked 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.

Proper Disposal of Refrigerators/Freezers We strongly encourage responsibleappliance

recycling/disposal methods. Check with your utility company or visit www.energystar.gov/recycle for more information on recycling your old refrigerator.

away your old

Beforeyouthrow

refrigerator/

treezer:

• Remove doors.

• Leave shelves in place so children

may. n.oteasily clImD inslae.

• Have refrigerant removed By a

qualified service

tecnnician.

These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in this refrigerator

will operate properly. ........

Electrical information

• The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115Volt, 60 Hz.,15 Amp, AC only electricaloutlet. The power cord of the appliance isequipped with a three-prong grounding plug

for your prote_on against electrical shock

hazards.It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle. The receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codesand ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician. Avoidconnecting refrigeratorto a Ground FaultInterrupter (GFI) drcuit. 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 refrigerator 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 refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb to avoid

electrical shock.

• Performance may be affected if the voltage

varies by 10% or more. Operating the

refrigerator with insufficient 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 refrigerator from being turned off accidentally.

Turning the Freezer and Fresh Food controls to "0" (Mechanical controls) or

"OFF" (Electronic controls) will disable your

refrigerator's cooling system, but does not disconnect the power to the light bulb and other electrical components. Toturn off power to your refrigerator you must unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.

Grounding type wall receptacle

Power

3-prong grounded plug

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.

CFC/HCFC Disposal

Your old refrigerator 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.

]:f you are throwing away your old refrigerator, 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.

ThisUse&CareGuideprovidesgeneral operatinginstructionsforyourmodel.Usethe refrigeratoronlyasinstructedinthisUse&

Care Guide. 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 islevel and strong enough to support

a fully loaded refrigerator.

• Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic ice

maker. If you do not hook up water to

the refrigerator, remember to turn the ice

maker off.

The cabinet should be level at the front and rear.

The sides should tilt 1/4-inch (6 mm) from front-to-back (to ensure that doors close and seal properly).

Doors should align with each other and be level.

To install the toe grille;

1. Attach toe grille support bracket to cabinet using 3 bolts supplied.

Do Not install the refrigerator where the

temperature will drop below 55°F (13°C) or

rise above 110% (43°C). The compressor

will not be able to maintain proper temperatures inside the refrigerator.

Do Not block the toe grille on the lower front

of your refrigerator. Sufficient air circulation

is essential for the proper operation of your

Installation

Installation clearances

• Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical connections:

Sides & Top % inch Back 1 inch

If your refrigerator is placed with the door

hinge side against a wall, you may have to

allow additional space so the door can be

Guidelines for final positioning of your refrigerator:

• All four corners of the cabinet must rest

firmly on the floor.

2. Install left toe grille cover onto slot on left side of toe grille.

3. Attach toe grille to cabinet.

Raise the front of the refrigerator enough so the doors close freely when opened halfway. The refrigerator should slope 1/4inch to

1/2inch from front-to-back. Then level the

refrigerator from side-to-side.

4 Some models are equipped with an anti-

tip bracket (Figure 4). Lower it clockwise

until it contacts the floor,

some models

To level the cabinet using the front rollers:

Remove the toe grille.

Use a fiat-blade screwdriver or % inch socket wrench to raise or lower the front

rollers (Figure 2).

Raise

Figure 4 (some models)

J-

Figure 2

Use adjustable wrench to adjust leveling screws. Lower the leveling screws on each side clockwise until they contact the floor (Figure 3). When reversing the door swing:

j_, The antFtip device must be

J_,,_ installed according to the

//_IT_ instructions in your Use &

CareManual.Fa,uretodo

SOw! resut !n!njury.

You MUST move the anti-tip bracket to align with the hinges of the door. Failure to do so will result in injury.

Raise

Figure 3

Tools Necessary:

Adjustable Wrench

Phillips TMHead

Top Hinge _ (_h,Top Hinge

Cover Front k._.,J "_"__/'Oover Rear

S.... _ _ S....

inge Bottom

Screw

crew Hinge

The direction in which your refrigerator doors open (door swing) can be reversed, from left to right or right to left, by moving the door hinges from one side to the other. Reversing the

door swing shou!d be Performed by a qualified person.

Before you begin, turn the refrigerator temperature control to "0" (Mechanical controls) or "OFF" (Electronic controls) and remove the electrical power cord from the wall outlet. Remove

any food from door shelves. .................

Door removal and reversal instructions"

1. Remove toe grille.

2. Remove top hinge cover. Trace around the hinge with a soft lead pencil. This makes reinstallation easier. Remove top hinge and lift door off center hinge pin. Set door aside.

Top

Hinge Cover

4. Lift refrigerator door off of bottom hinge and set aside.

5. Remove center hinge and shim by removing inside screw and loosening two

outside screws enough to allow hinge and shim to slide out. Tighten screws.

6. Loosen two outside screws on opposite

side of refrigerator, remove inside screw and install center hinge.

Door

Top

3. Unscrew center hinge pin using adjustable wrench and save for reassembly. Ensure plastic washer stays on hinge pin.

nge

;Center

Screws

Handle Hole

Plug

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