Universal/Multiflex (Frigidaire) BRT21R6AW3, BRT21R6AQ3, BRT21R6AB3 Owner’s Manual

Use & Care Manual

Welcome ....................... 2

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

Installation -- IncludesConnecting

Optional Ice Maker To Water Supply ..... 4 - 5

Door

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

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

Temperature Controls ....... 11

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

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

Food Storage

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

Normal Operating Sounds.. 17

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

Before You Call .............. 20

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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P/N240517401(0205)

Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We
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.

Please read this 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 isfound on your serial
plate located inside the refrigerator compartment.

Please attach sales receipt

here for future reference.

Model Number:
Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

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

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FORYOURSAFETY

• Donotstoreorusegasoline,orotherflammableliquids
inthevicinityofthisoranyotherappliance.Readpro-
ductlabelsforwarningsregardingflammabilityandother

hazards.

• Donotoperatetherefrigeratorinthepresenseof
explosivefumes.

• Avoidcontactwithanymovingpartsofautomaticice
maker.

• Removeallstablesfromthecarton.Staplescancause
severecuts,andalsodestroyfinishesiftheycomein
contactwithotherappliancesorfurniture.

CHILDSAFETY

Destroyorrecyclethecarton,plasticbags,andanyexterior
wrappingmaterialimmediatelyafterthe refrigeratoris
unpacked.ChildrenshouldNEVERusetheseitemstoplay.
Cartonscoveredwithrugs,bedspreads,plasticsheetsor
stretchwrapmaybecomeairtightchambers,andcanquickly

causesuffocation.

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 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

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 a Ground Fault

Interruptor (GFI) circuit.

ThisUse& CareManualprovidesspecificoperating
instructionsforyourmodel.Usetherefrigeratoronlyas
instructedinthisUse&CareManual.Beforestartingthe

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.

LEVELING

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

rollers to help level your unit.

To Level Your Refrigerator:

1. Remove toe grille.

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. To make this possible, the
direction inwhich the doors open can be reversed. See Door

Removal & Reversal Instructions on page 6.

. Use flat-blade screwdriver or 3/8" socket wrench

to adjust front rollers.

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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 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 ToIce Maker Inlet Valve

1. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source.

2. Place end of water supply line intosink or bucket. Turn ON water supply

and flush supply line untilwater isclear. Turn OFF water supply at shut
off valve.

3. Unscrew plasticcap from water valve inlet and discard cap.

4. Slide brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) ontowater 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).

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Cabinet Hole

Plugs

ToolsNecessary:

Phillips"head

Quadrex head

screwdriver

: reassembly. Ensure plastic washer stays on hinge pin.

Awl

Wrench Set

DOOR REMOVAL AND REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS:

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

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 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.

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

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Replace toe grille and top hinge cover.

18.

Plug inelectrical power cord and turn refrigerator temperature control

to center position. Adjust setting as necessary.

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