Frigidaire LFTR1814LWK, LFTR1814LBJ, FRT18L4JBP, FRT18G2PS1, FRT18G2NWA Owner’s Manual

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

Installation ................................................ 4

Door Removal Instructions .......................... 5

Handle Installation ..................................... 6

Connecting Water Supply ............................ 8

Ice Servuce............................................... 10

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Controls ................................................... 10

Normal Operating Sounds and Sights ......... 11

Care and Cleamng .................................... 12

Before you Call......................................... 14

Major Apphance Warranty ......................... 15

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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

_t_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
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.

Doors

Q Handles are secure and tight
[] Door seals completely to cabinet on all sides

[] Freezer door is level across the top

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

Haker

[] 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)

Final Checks

[] Shipping material removed
[] Fresh food and freezer temperatures set

[] 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
situation which, if not avoided, may result in

IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or

maintenance information which is important but

not hazard-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. 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.

Proper Disposal of Refrigerators/Freezers
We strongly encourage responsible appliance

recycling/disposal methods. Check with your utility
company or visit www.recyclemyoldfridge.com for
more information on recycling your old refrigerator.

away yourrefrigerator/freezer=Beforeyou throwold

• Remove doors.

• Leave shelves in
place so children

ma.y,not easily climb
insloe.

• Have refrigerant
removed by a

tclualified service

echnidan.

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

Turning the Freezer and Fresh Food controls
to "0" (Mechanical controls) will disable your

refrigerator's cooling system, but does not
disconnect the power to the light bulb and
other electrical components. To turn off power

to your refrigerator you must unplug the power

cord from the electrical outlet.

Grounding type wall receptacle

Electrical information

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

for your protection 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 codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified
electrician. Avoid connecting refrigerator to a
Ground Fault [nterrupter (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 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.

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 temperatur e 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.

]:fyou 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&CareGuideprovidesgeneraloperating
instructionsforyourmodel.Usetherefrigerator
onlyasinstructedinthisUse&CareGuide.Before
startingtherefrigerator,followtheseimportant
firststeps.

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. If

you do not hook up water to the refrigerator,

remember to turn the ice maker off.

To level your
refrigerator:

1. Remove
toe grille.

2. Use fiat-
blade
screwdriver
or 3/8"

socket
wrench to
adjust front rollers. Use adjustable wrench to

adjust leveling screws.

Raise the front of the refrigerator enough so
the doors close freely when opened halfway.
The refrigerator should slope 1/4"to 1/2"from
front to back. Then level the refrigerator from

side-to-side.

Installation

Do Not install the refrigerator where the
temperature 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 refrigerator.

Do Not block the toe grille on the lower front of your

refngerator. Sufficient air circulation is essential for
the proper operation of your refrigerator.

Installation clearances

Allow the following clearances for ease

of installation, proper air circulation, and
plumbing and electrical connections:

Sides & Top 3/8inch
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

Leveling

All four corners of your refrigerator must rest
firmly on a solid floor. Your refrigerator is equipped
with adjustable front rollers or front leveling
screws to help level your unit.

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Adjustable Front Roller (some models)

Raise

Stationary Front Roller with Leveling Screw

(some models)

ToolsNecessary:

_sTM Head

Hinge

Bottom __

Screw

TOp Hinge

over Rear

Screw

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 should be
performed by a qualified person.

Door removal and reversal instructions:

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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.

3. Unscrew center hinge pin using adjustable wrench and save

Top

Hinge

for reassembly. Ensure plastic washer stays on hinge pin.

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

5. Remove center hinge and shim by removing inside screw

Door Door

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.

7. Remove two screws on bottom hinge with 3/8"socket wrench.

Washer

Hinge

Pin

;Center

8. Install bottom hinge on opposite side with the two screws
removed from step 7.

9. Unscrew bottom hinge pin using adjustable wrench. Hove hinge
pin to other hole in hinge and tighten with adjustable wrench.

10. Reverse door handles (see instruction on next page).

11. Move freezer and refrigerator door stops to opposite side.
Before starting screws, use an awl to puncture the foam.

12. Position refrigerator door onto bottom hinge pin and screw
center hinge pin through center hinge into top of door. Close

refrigerator door to help align hinge hole.

13. Tighten center hinge pin with adjustable wrench.

14. Remove cabinet and hinge hole plugs and move to opposite side.

15. Lower freezer door onto center hinge pin.

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16. Close freezer door. Have an assistant lift up on opposite side
of door while tightening screws to install top hinge.

17. Flip toe grille and reinstall.

18. Plug in electrical power cord and turn refrigerator temperature
control to center position. Adjust setting as necessary.

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