Gibson GRS23F5AW3, GRS23F5AQ3 Owner’s Manual
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at a Glance ......... 7
T_ure Controls ....... 8
Looking Inside .......... 9- 10
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Auton_ic Ice and Water
Dispenser ................ 11 - 13
Food Storage
& Ener Savin 13 ....... 14
Normal Operating Sounds.. 15 W
Care &Cleaning ......... 16 - 17
Warranty ...................... 18
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Fran_s ........... 48
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BeforeYou Call
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Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We
here at Electrolux Home Products are very proud of our
product and we are completely committed to providing you
with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1
priority.
Questions?
1-800-944-9044
(United States)
Please readthis Use & Care Manual very carefully. Itcontains
valuable information on how to properly maintain your new
refrigerator.
We know you'll enjoy your new refrigerator and Thank You
for choosing our 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 the serial
plate located inside the refrigerator compartment.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
1-866-213-9397
(Canada)
Extend Your Warranty Protection
With An
Extended Service Contract
CALL 1-800-944-9044
To Enjoy These Benefits:
Total freedom from repair bills so
unexpected repairs won't upset your
budget.
Fast, convenient toll-free service is just
a phone call away.
Top-quality 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 complete and mail in the Product
Registration Card included with your
refrigerator.
Please attach sales receipt
here for future reference.
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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.
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." Ifyou are getting ridof your
old refrigerator or freezer, please
follow the 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.
• Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service
technician.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
• The refrigerator must be plugged into its own
ded icated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only electric outlet.
The power cord ofthe appliance isequipped with a
three-prong groundingplugfor your protectionagainst
electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged directly
intoa properlygrounded 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 unplugthe refrigeratorby pullingon the power
cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out
from the receptacleto preventdamaging the power cord.
• Unplugthe refrigeratorbefore cleaning and before
replacing a lightbulb to avoid electricalshock.
• Performance may be affected ifthe voltage varies by
10% or more. Operating the refrigeratorwith insufficient
powercan damage the compressor. Such damage is
notcovered under yourwarranty.
• Do not plug the unitinto an outlet controlled by a wall
switch or pullcordto prevent the refrigerator from being
turned off accidentally.
• Avoid connectingrefrigeratortoa Ground Fault Interruptor
(GFI) circuit.
This Owner's Guide 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 installthe refrigeratorwhere 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.
Installation Clearances
• Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical
connections:
Sides & Top 3/8"
Back 1"
DOOR OPENING
Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access
to a counter when removing food. For best use of drawers
and freezer baskets, the refrigerator should be in a
position where both the refrigerator and freezer doors can
be fully opened.
TOE GRILLE INSTALLATION / REMOVAL
To Install Toe Grille:
1. Open freezer and
fresh food
compartment doors.
2. Line up toe grille at
base of refrigerator,
making sure the four
bottom tabs are
resting through holes
at base of cabinet.
3. Starting from left side
of toe grille, press in on first top tab using your thumb
and pushtoe grilleforward until itsnaps in place. Continue
this process until all tabs aresnapped in place and toe
grille is secured to refrigerator.
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. (See "ToRemove Toe Grille".)
2. Use flat-blade screwdriver or 3/8" socket wrench
to adjust front rollers.
To Remove Toe Grille:
1. Open freezer and fresh food compartment doors.
2. Working from left side of toe grille, slip your fingers
between top of toe grille and cabinet. Gently pull
forward until first set of tabs are free. Slide your hand
down past the free tabs and pull forward again until the
second set of tabs are free. Continue this process until
all tabs are free and the toe grille can be removed. (See
graphic at top of page in right column.)
3. Check both doors to be sure seals touch cabinet on all
four sides.
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Before Installing The Water Supply Line, You Will Need
• Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, flat-blade screwdriver, and PhillipsTM screwdriver
• Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 100 psi.
• A water supply line made of 1/_inch (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.
To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker 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.
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 will go (1/_inch).
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 2V2turns) 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
leak.
9. Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source.
10. To turn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm (see ice maker front cover for
ON/OFF position of arm).
Tools Necessary:
Phillips" head
DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS:
If it is necessary to move the refrigerator through narrow doorways,
follow these steps to remove the doors.
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1. Disconnect electrical supply.
2. Open both doors, then remove toe grille.
3. Close doors.
ToRemove Refrigerator Door:
1. Remove top hinge cover screw on refrigerator door and remove cover.
2. Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil. This will make it easier to
realign doors when they are replaced.
3. Remove top hinge and lift refrigerator door off bottom hinge pin. Set
door aside.
4. Remove bottom hinge, if necessary.
5. Reverse this procedure to reinstall refrigerator door.
ToRemove Freezer Door:
1. Disconnect water linecoming from lower hinge of freezer door at connection
located under front of freezer: grip water tube firmly in one hand, then with
3/8"wrench or fingers, push in on gray collar to release water connector.
2. Remove top hinge cover screw on freezer door and remove cover.
3. Disconnect wiring harness connector plug attop hinge: place your thumbs ....
on flat sides of each connector and bend both parts back and forth,
then with firm grasp, pull both pieces apart.
4. Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil. This will make it easier to
realign doors when they are replaced.
5. Remove top hinge,allowingwiring hamess to pullthrough hingeand liftfreezer
door off ofbottom hinge pin. Laydoor down flat to avoid kinking waterline.
6. Remove bottom hinge, if necessary.
7. Reverse this procedure to reinstall freezer door.
When both doors have been reinstalled, replace toe grille and plug in electrical
power cord. Turn both temperature controls to center position. Adjust settings
as necessary.
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Freezer and Refrigerator
Ice Cream
Controls
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Door
Ice
Pizza
Wire
Small Items
Door
Wire
Door
Small
Large
Door
Ice Maker-
Water Filter
Dairy Door
Door Bin
Wine Rack
Door Bin
Meat Keeper
and Cover
SpillFree'"
Fixed Shelf
Door Bin
EggTray
Specialltem
Rack
Tall Bottle
Retainer
Snugger
Large
Door
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Toe Grille
Features may vary according to model
Crisper Pan
and Cover
Fixed
Door Bin
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