Frigidaire NGS21TZAW1, NGS21TZAW0, NGS21TZAQ1, NGS21TZAQ0, NGS21TZAB1 Owner’s Manual

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TopMount Welcome ....................... 2

Safety Instructions ............ 3

Installation - ,.dud=Connecting

OptionalIce MakerToWaterSupply ..... 4 - 5

Door

Removal & Reversal ....... 6 - 9

Features at a Glance ........ .10

Temperature Controls ....... 11

Looking Inside .......... 12 - 14 g

Ice Service .................... 15 U

Food Storage B

& Energy Saving Tips ....... 16

Normal Operating Sounds .. 17

Care & Cleaning .......... 18- 19 r_

Warranty ...................... 20 W

Espanol ........... 23

Frangais ........... 45

Before You Call ............... 21

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P/N240400104(0107)

Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We

here at Electrolux Home Products are very proud of our product and we are completly committed to providing you

with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1

priority. Please read this Use &Care Manual very carefully. Itcontains

valuable information on how to properly maintain your new

refrigerator.

We know you'll enjoy you r new refrigerator and Thank You for choosing oar product. We hope you consider us for future

purchases.

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating

instructions for your model. Use your refrigerator only as instructed in this manual. These instructions are not meant

to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced when

installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.

Please record your model and serial numbers below for

future reference. This information is found on your serial

plate located inside the refrigerator compartment.

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(United States)

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(Canada)

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Please complete and mail in the Product Registration Card included with your refrigerator.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids inthe vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read pro-

duct labels for warnings regarding flammability and other

hazards. Do not operate the refrigerator inthe presense of

explosive fumes. Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice

maker.

Remove all stables from the carton. Staples can cause severe cuts, and also destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture.

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 abondoned

refrigerators or freezers are still dangerous- even if they will sit

for "just a few days." If you are getting rid ofyour old refrigerator

or freezer, please follow the instructions below to help

prevent accidents. Before you throw away your old refrigeratorl freezer:

Remove doors.

Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside.

Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service technician.

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only electric 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 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 plug.

Immediately repair or replace any power cord that becomes frayed or damaged.

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 outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent the refrigerator from being

turned off accidentally. Avoid connecting refrigerator to aGround Fault

Interruptor (GFI) circuit.

NOTE: Turning the refrigerator temperature control to 1!0"

turns off the compressor, but does not disconnect

electrical power to the light bu!b or other electrical components.

Groundingtype wallreceptacle

Do not, under _'_ any circumstances, I

cut, remove, / or bypassthe /

grounding prong, j)

Powercordwith

3-pronggroundedplu_

This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating

instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Manual. 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 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 refrigerator. 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!8"

Back I"

LEVELING

All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a solid floor. Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable front

rollers to help level your unit.

To Level Your Refrigerator:

1. Remove toe grille.

2. Use flat-blade screwdriver or 3/8" socket wrench to adjust front rollers.

NOTE: Raise the front of the refrigerator enough so the doors close freely when opened halfway. The refrigerator

should slope ¼'! to ½" from front-to-back. Then level the refrigerator from side to side.

NOTE: if You see black coils/tubing Onthe back of Your

refrigerator (air-coo!ed condenser) leave 31'clearance at

top of refrigerator,

DOOR OPENING

NOTE: Ifyour refrigerator is placed with the door hinge

side against a walt, you may have to allow additional space so the door can be opened wider.

Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to a counter when removing food. To make this possible, the direction inwhich the doors open can be reversed. See Door Removal & Reversal Instructions on page 6.

Raise

Installation - Connecting Optional Ice Maker To Water Supply

To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personal injury, disconnect the

refrigerator from electrical power before connecting a water supply line to the refrigerator.

To Avoid Property Damage:

Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply line. Water supply tubing made of %" plastic is not

recommended since it greatly increases the potential for water leaks, Manufacturer will not be responsible for

any damage if plastic tubing is used for supply line,

• DO NOT install water supply tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing, Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the ice maker, If the ice maker is connected to soft

water, ensure that the softener is maintained and working properly,

IMPORTANT: Ensure that your water supply line connections comply with all local plumbing codes.

Before Installing The Water Supply Line, You Will Need

Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, flat-blade screwdriver, and Phillips TM screwdriver

Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 120 psi. A water supply line made of ¼ inch(6.4 m m) OD, copper tubing. To determine the length of copper tubing needed,

you will need to measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water

pipe. Then add approximately 7 feet (2.1 meters), so the refrigerator can be moved out for cleaning (as shown).

A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system. DO NOT use a self-piercing type shutoff valve.

A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for connecting the water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve.

NOTE: Water line kit number 5303917950, available from your appliance deater at additional cost, contains 25 feet (7.6 meters) of ¼ inch OD copper tubing, a saddle type shutoff valve (nohpiercing), (2) ¼ inch brass compression nuts, (2)

ferrules/sleeves, and instructions for installing a water supply line.

To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve

Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source.

Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket. Turn ON water supply

and flush supply line until water is clear. Turn OFF water supply at shut off valve.

Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap.

Slide brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) onto water supply line,

as shown.

Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go (¼ inch).

_Steel

Compression

Slide ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut onto valve. Tighten another half turn with a wrench; DO NOT over tighten.

With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply line to rear panel of

refrigerator as shown.

Coil excess water supply line (about 2½ turns) behind refrigerator as shown and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface.

Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that _Copper waterline

leak. _ !r°mh_t_h01d_tersUPply

Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source. _- (Includeenoughtubinginlooptoallow

10. To turn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm (see ice maker front cover for ON/

mo_ngref_ga_ outfordenning.)

OFF position of arm).

Clamp

Bra_

Nut

water line

IMPORTANT: It takes approximately 24 hours for the ice maker to begin producing ice. Air in new plumbing lines may

cause ice maker to cycle two or three times before making a full tray of ice. New plumbing may cause ice to be discolored or have poor flavor. Discard ice made during the first 24 hours.

Door Removal and Reversal Instructions

"_ TOOLSNecessary:

B(X_'n

Top Hinge

PlugsCabinetHole _" _ Top Hinge

Hinge Hole _ Handle Hole Plug Plug

Screw _ Stop

Washer

_Hlnge

Hinge Hole Plug Handle

Door Stop Door

Screw StOl

_Pin

_ BHing°t_em

roeGrille

Door

Hinge

_Pin

Center

Hole

Hinge

DOOR REMOVAL AND REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS:

NOTE: Ifyou have stainless steel doors -- go to the Removing Stainless

Steel Doors and Handles Section on page 9.

NOTE: The direction in which your refrigerator doors open (door swing)

can be reversed, from left Io right or right to left, by moving the door

qinges from one side to the other. Reversing the door swing should be performed by a qualified person.

IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator temperature control

to "0" and remove the electrical power cord from the walt outlet. Remove any food from door shelves.

1 Remove toe grille and top hinge cover.

2. Remove top hinge with 3!8" hex driver and lift freezer door off of center hinge pin. Set door aside.

3. Unscrew center hinge pin using adjustable wrench and save for reassembly. Ensure DlaSticwasher 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 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 bottom hinge with 3/8" hex driver. Reinsert two outside screws in holes and tighten. Inside screw will go to opposite side in step 8.

8. Remove two outside screws on opposite side of refrigerator and install bottom hinge. Insert and tighten screw saved from step 7.

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

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

11. Move freezerand refrigerator doorstops 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.

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

17. Replace toe grille and top hinge cover.

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

Door Removal and Reversal Instructions (continued)

NOTE: Some models have "pocket" handles, which are recessed into the sides of the door. On these models, only the hinges will need to be reversed.

TO REMOVE FREEZER HANDLE:

(Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.)

1. Remove two screws attaching handle to bottom of freezer door.

2. Remove short trim piece by sliding trim straight up and off of handle bracket.

3. Remove screw attaching top of handle to door.

4. Magnetic Nameplate Models: Gently pry magnetic nameplate frame from

door. Remove nameplate from its frame, turn frame upside down and

install inold handle holes. Insert magnetic nameplate into frame. Self-Adhesive Nameplate Models: Gently peel off nameplate from door

and reapply over old handle holes.

TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE:

1. Reinstall handle on opposite side, using same hole as nameplate.

2. Attach handle to bottom of door.

3. Slide trim piece straight down onto handle bracket.

Trim--

Scr_ (some models)

Nameplate

Self Adhesive

Nameplate

TO REMOVE FREEZER HANDLE:

(Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.)

Nameplate Nameplate I

TO REMOVE FREEZER HANDLE:

(Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.)

1. Remove two screws attaching handle to bottom of freezer door.

2. Remove button plug using edge of putty knife.

3. Remove screw on side of freezer door and remove handle. TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE:

1. Secure side of handle to door and replace button plug.

2. Secure handle to bottom of door.

1. Remove two screws attaching handle to bottom of freezer door.

2. Swing bottom of handle away from the door and slide handle straight up and off of dovetail button.

3. Remove screw and dovetail button and installon other side, using the same holes as nameplate.

4. Magnetic Nameplate Models: Use putty knife to gently pry magnetic nameplate frame from door. Remove nameplate from itsframe, turn frame upside down and install in old handle holes. Insert magnetic nameplate

intoframe. Self-Adhesive Nameplate Models: Use putty knife to gently peel off name

plate from door and reapply over old handle holes.

TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE:

1. Start with handle offset away from door. Place top of handle over dovetail button, swing handle intoan upright position and pull downward, locking it intoplace.

2. Secure bottom of handle with two screws removed earlier.

Button

P!ug

NOTE: To remove freezer handle, refer to figure 3 on page 9.

Door Removal and Reversal Instructions (continued)

TRIM REMOVAL (FULL-LENGTHTRIM MODELS ONLY)

q some models, the refrigerator door has a full length tnm oiece which

continues from the bottom of the handle to the bottom of the door. The top of the trim attaches to the handle bracket (Figure 1) or fits around the base

of the handle (Figure 2) An adhesive "trim lock" ispositioned about halfway down. The bottom of the trim is held in place Dyeither an adhesive trim lock.

or a trim lock with two prongs inserted into a hole on the face of the door

TO REMOVE TRIM:

1. Remove trim by gently pulling trim lock areas out and away from door.

2. When trim is free from door. slide the trim straight down and away from base of handle.

NOTE: For models with short handle trim. remove by sliding trim straight down and off of handle bracket.

TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR HANDLE:

(Handles may oe easier to reverse while doors are off._

Figure 1 Style Handles

1. Remove two screws attaching handle to top of refrigerator door.

2. Remove screw attaching bottom of handle to door.

3. Remove two hole plugs and hinge pin plug on _opof door and install on opposite side. Use Phillips head screwdriver to remove plastic screw plug from front of door and install on opposite side

Figure 2 Style Handles

1. Remove two screws attaching handle to top of refrigerator door.

2. Swing top of handle away from door and slide handle down and off of dovetail button.

3. Remove screw and dovetail button and install on other side, moving hole plugs from corresponding holes to opposite side.

TO ATTACH REFRIGERATOR HANDLE:

Figure 1Style Handles

1. Secure bottom of handle with screws.

2. Secure top of handle with screws.

Figure 2 Style Handles

1. Start with handle offset away from door. Place bottom of handle over dovetail button, swing handle into an upright position and pull upward,

locking it into place.

2. Secure top of handle with screws. TO ATTACH TRIM:

1. Slide both trim locks out of trim.

2. Insert new adhesive trim locks contained in your literature pack. NOTE: Trim lock must be removed and installed bYsliding over the

two donut shaped areas,

Full

Length

Figure 1

Adhesive

Trim

LockHandle

over

Dovetail

Adhesive

Lock

Trim Lock

3. Install trim to handle by sliding under base of handle. Carefully align

trim and press down at trim lock locations.

4. Use rubbing alcohol to remove any adhesive residue from old trim

lock locations.

Figure 2

Door Removal and Reversal Instructions (continued)

TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR HANDLE:

(Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.)

1. Remove two screws attaching handle to top of refrigerator door.

2. Remove button plug using edge of putty knife.

3. Remove screw on side of refrigerator door and remove handle.

4. Reverse freezer and refrigerator handles as shown infigure 3.

TO ATTACH REFRIGERATOR HANDLE:

1. Secure side of handle to door and replace plug button.

2. Secure handle to top of door.

Button _Sorew

Refrigerator Door Without Trim

Figure 3 - Handle Reversal

REMOVING STAINLESS STEEL DOORS AND HANDLES

Use care when using tools near surface of stainless steel doors to avoid scratching.

To Remove Doors

Stainless steel doors are not reversible. Follow these steps to remove doors.

1. Remove toe grille and top hinge cover.

2. Remove top hinge and lift freezer door off of center hinge pin. Set door aside.

3. Unscrew center hinge pin using adjustable wrench and save 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 and loosening two outside screws enough to allow hinge to slide out.

6. Remove bottom hinge. Reinsert two outside screws in holes and tighten.

7. Reverse steps 1 - 6 to reinstall doors

To Remove Handles

1. Firmly hold freezer handle while loosening set screws with 3/32" allen wrench. Remove freezer handle.

2. Repeat step 1for refrigerator door.

Shoulder

Typical Handle

Freezer Light

Ice Bucket

Freezer

Control

Retrlgerator Control

Dell Drawer Covet

Dell Drawer

Half Shelf Wine Rack

Special Item

Full Shelf

Crisper Drawers

Fixed Door Bin

Door Rack

Dairy Door

Tall Bottle

Retainer

Snugger

Door Bin

Fixed Door Sin

Door Rack

_Toe Grille

Features may vary according to model

COOL DOWNPERIOD

To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8to 12 hours before loading

it with food.

REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER CONTROLS

NOTE: When first setting the controls or when changing a setting, wait 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize before

making additional changes.

TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT

NOTE: When first turning refrigerator on, move refrigerator and freezer controls to • which is the recommended

initial setting. After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed.

Adjust temperature gradually: move the knob in small

increments, allowing the temperature to stabilize,

For colder temperatures, turn the knob towards Cold For warmer temperatures, turn the knob towards Warm.

Turning the refrigerator control will change temperatures in both compartments. For example, ifthe refrigerator control isturned to a colder setting, the freezer control may have to be adjusted to a warmer setting. Turning the freezer control will change only the freezer temperature.

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.

Recommended

setting

Freezer Control ,some models_

Refrigerator Control ,some mode]s_

IMPORTANT: Turning the refrigerator tem3-

erature control to "0" turns off the com- pressor, but does not

disconnect the power to the light bulb and other

electrical components

Refrigerator & Freezer Control tsome models_

TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT GUIDE

If Refrigerator compartment Is Too Warm Turn Refrigerator Control Slightly Towards Cold.

If Refrigerator compartment Is Too Cold Turn Refrigerator Control Slightly Towards Warm.

If Freezer compartment Is Too Warm Turn Freezer Control Slightly Towards Colder.

If Freezer compartment Is Too Cold Turn Freezer Control Slightly Towards Warmer.

To Turn Refrigerator Off Turn Refrigerator Control To 0.

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.

SHELF ADJUSTMENT

Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs. Before adjusting

the shelves, remove all food.

To adjust sliding shelves:

O Remove shelf by pulling forward to stop position.

Lift front edge up and pull out.

Replace the shelf on any pair of rails by reversing this procedure.

To adjust cantilever shelves:

NOTE: Cantilever shelves are Supported at the back of the refrigerator. Cantilever shelves are available in either glass or wire.

Lift front edge up. Pull shelf out.

Replace the shelf by inserting the hooks at rear of the shelf into the wall bracket. Lower the shelf into the desired slots and lock into position.

SpillSafe TM glass shelves (some models) catch and hold accidental spills. In

some models, the SpillSafe TM shelves slide out for easy access to food and for fast cleaning. The shelves slide oat independently of the cantilever brackets. Just pull the front of the shelf forward. The shelf can be extended as far as the

stopper will allow but it is not removable from the cantilever bracket.

Sliding Wire Shelf

Sliding Glass Shelf

Full Width Cantilever Glass Shelf

,-,...

Cantilever Glass Shelf - Fixed and Sliding

Looking lnside (continued)

DOOR STORAGE

Door bins, shelves, and racks are provided for convenient storage of jars, bottles, and cans. Frequently used items

can be quickly selected. Some models have door racks or bins that can accommodate

gallon-sized plastic drink containers and economy-sized jars and containers. Some racks are adjustable for maximum

storage capacity.

The dairy compartment, which is warmer than the general food storage section, is intended for short term storage of

cheese, spreads, or butter.

Door Rack

TALL BOTTLE RETAINER (SOME MODELS)

The Tall Bottle Retainer keeps tall containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door.

To install, hold the retainer at the top, and slide it over the outside wall of the bin, as shown in the diagram. The Tall

Bottle Retainer works best with a Bin Snugger.

Tall Bottle Retainer (left) and Bin Snugger (right)

SPECIAL ITEM RACK (SOME MODELS)

The innovative design of the Special Item Rack allows you to store a six-pack of 12 ounce drink cans, a bottle of wine,

a two-liter soft drink bottle, or a carton of eggs. The Special

Item Rack mounts on the left side of your refrigerator. To install, just slide the Special Item Rack onto any shelf as

shown in the drawing.

ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS

Some models have adjustable door bins that can be moved

to suit individual needs.

To move door bins

1. Lift bin straight up.

2. Remove bin.

3, Place bin in desired position.

4. Lower bin onto supports until locked in place.

Adjustable Door Bin

Special Item Rack

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