Frigidaire PLHT219TDB1, PLHT19WEK7, PLHT19WEK1, PLHT19WEB7, PLHT19WEB5 Owner’s Manual
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Welcome ....................... 2
installation o=_,_o_.d_,co..oct_.g
Optional mooMaker To Water Suppty ..... 4 - 5
Door Remova_ ................ 6
Features at a GUance ......... 7
Temperature Controls ....... 8 ____
Looking inside .......... 9 - 11
Water Dispenser
& ice Service ........... 12 o 14
Food Storage
& Energy Saving Tips ....... 15
Normam Operating Sounds..16
Care & Cleaning .......... 17- 18
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Warranty ...................... 19
EspaSol ........... 21
Before You Call ............... 20
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS p_N2415_7802(o8o4)
Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator!
We here at Eleetrolux Home Products, lne, 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, it
contains valuable information on how to properly maintain
your new refrigerator,
We know you'll enjoy your new refrigerator and ThankYou
for choosing our product, We hope you consider us for future
purchases,
PLEASE READ AND SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS
This Use & Care blanual 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,
Questions?
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To Enjoy These Benefits:
Please record your model and eeria! numbers below
for future reference. This information is found on your
serial p_ate located inside the refrigerator compartment.
NOTE: Use only soap and water to dean serial plate.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Total freedom from repair bills so
unexpected repairs won't upset your
budget.
Fast, convenient toil-free service is just
a phone call away.
Topoquality repairs by factory=trained
experts.
Quick access to genuine replacement
parts so you can rest assured your
refrigerator is repaired with the proper
components.
Please attach sales receipl
here for future reference,
Please complete and mail in the Product
Registration Card included with your
refrigerator.
_ Pbase Read AH Instructions Before Using This Refrigerator.
FORYOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammabb Hquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance, Read pro-
duct UabeUsfor warnings regarding flammability and
other hazards,
o Do not operate the refrigerator in the presence of
o Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice
maker,
Remove aHstapbs from the carton, Stapbs can cause
severe cuts, and also destroy finishes if they come in
contact with other appliances or furniture,
CHLD 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.
Will Operate Properly.
PROPER DISPOSAL OFYOUR REFRmGERATOR 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,
Before you throw away your old refrigerator/freezer:
o Remove doors,
Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb
inside,
Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service
technician.
ELECTRICAL mNFORMATmON
• The refrigerator must be p)ugged into its own
dedicated 115 VoJt, 60 Hz., AC onJy etectric outbt.
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 ptug.
• If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced by
the manufacturer, service technician or a qualified person
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 power cord,
o 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,
o 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,
o Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground Fault Interrupter
(GFI) circuit,
IMPORTANT: Turning the rddgerator temperature
control to"0" turns off the compressor and prevents
your refrigerator from cooling, but does not disconnect
the power to the !ight bulbs and other electrical
COmponents. To turnoff power to your refrigerator
Grounding ty[oe
wall receptacle
Do not, under -"_
any circumstances, I
cut, remove, |
or bypass the |
grou,,dingprongzJ
PowerCord with
3-prong
ThisUse& CareManuaHprovidesspecificoperating
instructionsforyourmodelUsetherefrigeratoronHyas
instructedinthisUse& CareManualBeforestartingthe
refrigerator,foltowtheseimportantfirststeps.
LOCATION
o Choose a pHacethat is near agrounded eHectricaHoutHet.
Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter pHug.
o HfpossibHe, pHacethe refrigerator out of direct sunHight
and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat
sources.
o The refrigerator must be instaHHedon a floor that is Hovel
and strong enough to support afuHHyHoadedrefrigerator.
o Consider water suppHy avaiHabiHityfor modeHsequipped
with an automatic ice maker or water dispenser.
mNSTALLATION
_Do Not instaHHthe refrigerator where the
temperature wiHHdrop bellow 55°F (13°C) or rise above
110°F (43_C). The compressor wiHHnot be abHe to
maintain proper temperatures inside the refrigerator.
Do Not block the toe grille or_ the
lower front of your refrigerator. Sufficient air
circuJation is essential for the proper operation of
your refrigerator,
installation Clearances
o AHHowthe foHHowingcHearances for ease of instaHHation
proper aurcircuHation, and pHumbing and eHectricaH
connections:
Sides & Top 3/8"
Back 1"
LEVEMNG
AHHfour corners of your refrigerator must rest firmHyon a
soHidfloor.Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustabHefront
rollers to heHpHeveHyour unit.
To Leve/ Your Refrigerator:
1, Remove toe griHHe,
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 chose freeHy when opened halfway. The
refrigerator shouHd dope W' to W' from front-to-back.
Then leveHthe refrigerator from side to side.
Raise
DOOR OPENING
NOTE: If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge
side against a wall, you may have to allo_ additional
space so the door can be opened wider.
Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access
to a counter when removung [cod.
WATER DmSPENSER DRIP TRAY
The drip tray for
your refrigerator's
water dispenser
comes from the
factory detached. Hts
removaHaHsoaHHows
easy cHeaning To
install the drip tray,
fit it into the bottom
of the dispenser bay
and snap into pHace.
lRstallatioR - Connecting 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 mine.Water supply tubing made of 1A" 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 maffunctioning softener can damage the ice maker, if the ice maker is connected to soft
water, ensure that the softener is maintained and working properJy.
IMPORTANT: Ensure that your water supply line connections comply with all Ioca 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 100 psi,
* A water supply line made of 14inch (6,4 mm) 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:waterline kit number 5303917950, available from your aPplianCe dealer at additional cost, contains 25 feet
(7:6 meters) of 14inch QDcopper tubing, a saddle type shutoff valve (nonPierc!ng), (2) x !nch brass compression
nuts, (2) ferrules/sleeves, and instructions for installing a water supply line,
To Connect Water Supply Line To Inlet Valve
1, Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source,
2, 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,
Compression
3, Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap,
4, Slide brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) onto water supply line,
as shown,
5. Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as it wiii go (1Ainch).
Slide ferrule(sleeve) into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut
onto valve. Tighten another half turn with a wrench; DO NOT over tighten.
6,
With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply line to rear panel of
refrigerator as shown.
7.
Coil excess water supply line (about 2Y2turns) behind refrigerator as shown
and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface.
8.
Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that .copp_w_tor_
from h_Usehold water suppmy
leak.
9. Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source.
10. Toturn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm (see ice maker front cover for ON/
OFF position of arm).
iMPORTANT: It takes approximately 24 hours foethe ice maker to begin producing ice, Air !n new plumbing !ines may
cause ice maker to cycle two or three t!mes borere making a fuj! tray of ice. New p!umb!ng may cause ice to bed!scolored
or have poor flavor. Discard ice made during the first 24 hours,
B_ss
Door Removal Instructions
Tools Necessary:
Ir _ottom
,i._de
Screw C_nter "_'-'se
_Top Hinge
Cove[
Adlustable
wrY,rich
Ph Ilior
_na
Flat Head
Screw Driver
3/8
Fixed
Wrench
DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS:
[ your refrigerator wi not fit through an entrance area. you can reduce its size by
removing the doors. Check first by measuring the entrance.
iMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator temperature control to "0" and
remove the electrical power cordfrom the wall outlet. Remove food from door shelves.
1 Disconnect electrical supply
2 Remove toe grille/see page 4 to barn how,
To remove freezer doer:
1 Remove top hinge cover and screws.
2 Trace around the hinge with a soft lead pencil. This makes reinstaiiation easier
3 Remove top hinge and lift door off bottom hinge pin.
4 Reverse this procedure to reinstall freezer door.
To remove refrigerator door:
1 Place wood block under door to support its weight.
2 Unfasten the multi-wire cable bracket by removing its screw from the cabinet.
8, Detach the multi-wire cable connector located belos the door.
Place your thumbs on fiat sides of each connector, grasp firmly, and bend both
ends back and forth while pulling apart,
_Pin
Center
Hinge
NOTE: You may need to insert a fiat screwdriver between the connector ends to
release the locking tab (see illustration).
4, Detach the water tube from the connector located below the door. The connector
releases when you press its outer sleeve inward.
NOTE: If refrigerator has been used. have a container ready to catch excess water
from tube.
5 Remove the bottom hinge screws and hinge, holding the door as its weight rests
on the wood block. Lay the door on its side to avoid damage to cable and tube.
6 Remove the center hinge screws and hinge. Ensure plastic washer stays on
7, Reverse this procedure to reinstall refrigerator door. When both doors are
reinstalled, connect water line by inserting tube and pushing until mark touches
face of fitting, Connect cable, replace toe grille, and plug in electrical power cord.
Fiat Head
Screwdriver
TO DISCONNECT
1.Press outer ring againstface
removeIUDe
susn until mark touches face of fitting
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