Universal/Multiflex (Frigidaire) MRT18CSHW1, MRT18CSHW0, MRT18CSHD1, MRT18CSHD0 Owner’s Manual

OWNER'S GUIDE

READ AND SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

REFRIGERATOR

P/N218972802 (0101)

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This Owner's Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and carefor your
product. Pleaseread through the information contained in your literature pack to
learn more about your new appliance.

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

Record the Model No.and SerialNo.of this refrigerator inthe spaceprovided below.
These numbers are found on the serial plate located on the top left wall of the

refrigerator compartment.

Model and Serial

Number Plate

Contents

This Owner's Guide provides specific

operating instructions for your model.
Usethe refrigerator only asinstructed in

this Owner's Guide.

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Product Registration
Important Safety Instructions

ForYour Safety
Child Safety
ElectricalInformation

Other Precautions
First Steps

Location
Installation

Door Opening
Leveling

Cleaning

Connecting Ice Maker To Water Supply

Energy Saving ideas

Setting the Controls
Temperatures

Moisture Reduction Switch
Fresh Food Storage

Care and Cleaning

Inside
Outside

Replacing the Light Bulb
Vacation and Moving Tips
Automatic Ice Maker

Ice Maker Tips

Door Reversal Instructions

Refrigerator Toe Grille Assembly Instructions

Avoid Service Checklist

Normal Operating Sounds
Warranty

Service Information (Canada)

© 2001 White Consolidated Industries, Inc,

All rights reserved.

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Important Safety
Instructions

Proper Disposal of

Your Refrigerator/Freezer

_!v,v;_;i_tt_[q Riskof 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 afewdays." Ifyou aregetting rid of

your old refrigerator or freezer, please

follow the instructions below to help

prevent accidents.
BEFOREYOU THROWAWAY YOUR
OLD REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER:

Remove

doors.
Leave shelves
in place so

children may
not easily

climb inside.

F!_vlv/;l:t_ll_[_l Avoid fire hazard or

electric shock. Do not use an extension
cord or an adapter plug. Do not remove

any prong from the power cord.

Grounding type
wall receptacle

Do not, under
any circumstances, I

cut, remove, [

or bypass the 1

Read all instructions before using this refrigerator.

r!vAv'-_:;_u_[_For Your Safety

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or anyother appliance. Readproduct labelsfor flammability and other warnings.

[!v,v,._:;_tt_[_ Child Safety

• Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately
after the refrigerator isunpacked. Children should never usethese items for play.
Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may

become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation.

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

• An empty, discarded icebox, refrigerator or freezer isavery dangerous attraction
to children. Remove the door of any appliance that is not in use, even if
it is being discarded.

r!vAv'-_:;_u_[_Electrical Information

These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in the

design of this refrigerator will operate properly.

• The refrigerator must be plugged into its own 115 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only
electrical outlet. The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a 3-prong
grounding plug for your protection against shock hazards. It must be plugged
directly into a properly grounded 3-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 an adapter plug.

• If voltage varies by 10 percent or more, performance of your refrigerator may be
affected. Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the
compressor. Such damage isnot covered underyour warranty. Ifyou suspectyour
voltage ishigh or low, consult your power company for testing.

• To preventthe refrigerator from being turned offaccidentally, do not plug the unit

into an outlet controlled by awall switch or pull cord.

• Do not pinch, knot, or bend the power cord in any manner.

F! "v_v/-'!:|_ll_[_l Other Precautions

• Neverunplugtherefrigeratorbypullingonthepowercord.Alwaysgripthe plug

firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle.

• To avoid electrical shock, unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before
replacing alight bulb. NOTE: Turning the control to OFFturns off the compressor,

but does not disconnect power to the light bulb or other electrical components.

• Do not operate the refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes.

• Ifthe refrigerator hasan automatic ice maker, avoid contact with anymoving parts.

Power supply
cord with 3-prong

grounding plug

First Steps

3" AIR SPACE

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Clearance

Proper air circulation and leveling will
ensure efficient operation.

Before starting the refrigerator, follow these important first steps:

Location

Choose aplacethat isnearagrounded electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension
cord or an adapter plug.

If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight andaway from the range,

dishwasher or other heat sources.
The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is level and strong enough

to support afully loaded refrigerator.
Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic ice

maker.

Installation

Donot install the refrigerator where the temperature will drop below 60°F(15°C)
or rise above 110°F (43°C). The compressor will not beable to maintain proper
temperatures.
Allow space around the unit for good air circulation. Leave a 1 inch (25 ram)
space behind and a 3 inch (75 ram) space above the refrigerator for adequate

circulation.

In a recessed installation, allow an extra 1/2 inch (10-15 mm) on each side for
ease of installation.

For best circulation, elevate the unit 1 inch (25 mm) from the floor, especially

if the floor is carpeted.

Door Opening

The doors should open to allow easy accessto a counter when removing food.

• Do not position the refrigerator so you have to walk around the refrigerator
doors.

• Reversethe doors if necessary.See "Door ReversalInstructions."

RAISE

LOWER

Adjusting Screw-type Levelers (some modeB

LOWER

CABINET

CABINET

Exposed bolt (some models)

LOWER

CABINET

Leveling

All four corners of refrigerator must rest firmly on a solid floor. Some models are

equipped with adjustable screw-type levelers. Others are equipped with rollers. If

your refrigerator did not come with rollers, they can be purchased from your dealer.

Remove toe grille (some models). SeeToe Grille Instructions on page 12.

To adjust screw-type levelers (some models): Tip cabinet back slightly and
raise adjusting bolts asneeded.
To adjust front rollers (some models): Useascrewdriver, 3/8" socket wrench,
or nutdriver to adjust rollers asshown.

RAISE THE FRONT of cabinet enough so doors will close freely when opened
halfway. Levelcabinet side to side.

Cleaning

Wash the inside, all removable parts and the outside with mild detergent and
warm water. Wipe dry. Do not use harsh cleaners on these surfaces.

Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the
appliance surface, when removing adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tape
or energy labelcan beremovedwith amixture of warm water and mild detergent,
or, touch the residue with the sticky side of tape already removed.

Do not remove the serial plate.

CABINET

Sunken bolt (some models)

Connecting 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 1/4" 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.

• Connect the ice maker to a potable water source that is not tied into a water softening system. Chemicals from the softener may
damage the ice maker, causing it to malfunction.

IMPORTANT:

Ensurethat your water supply line connections comply with all local plumbing codes.

Before Installing The Water Supply Line, You Will Need

• Basic tools: adjustable wrench and standard, flat blade screwdriver.

• Accessto a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 120 psi.

• A water supply line made of 1/4inch (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. See Figure 1.

• A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system.(DO NOT useaself-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 dealer at additional cost, contains 25 feet (7.6

meters) or y4" OD copper tubing, a saddle type shutoff valve (nonpiercing), (2) Y4" brasscompression nuts, (2) Ferrules/sleeves,
and instructions for installing a water supply line.
To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve

-- Copper water line from

1. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power supply.

2. Placeend of water supply line into sink or bucket. Turn ON water supply

Brass Compression Nut _ !

and flush supply line until water is clear. Turn OFFwater supply at shutoff

valve.

3. Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet (some models) and discard cap.

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

asshown in Figure 2.

5. Pushwater supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go (Y4inch).Slide

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

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

of refrigerator at location shown inFigure 1.

7. Coil excesswater supply line (about 2b turns) behind refrigerator as
shown in Figure 1 and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear

against any other surface.

Ferrule/ (

8. Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections
that leak.

9. Reconnect refrigerator to electric power supply.

10.To turn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm. (Seeice maker front
cover for on/off position of arm.)

Steel Clamp _

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Water Valve

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.

household water supply

Figure 1

Energy Saving ideas

Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of direct sunlight and
away from heating ducts orregisters. Do not placethe refrigerator next to heat-
producing appliances suchasa range, oven or dishwasher. Ifthis isnot possible,
a section of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two
appliances will help the refrigerator operate more efficiently.
Level the refrigerator so the doors close tightly.
Refer to this Owner's Guide for the suggested refrigerator settings.
Periodic cleaning of the condenser will help the refrigerator run more
efficiently. See Outside in the "Care and Cleaning" section.
Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents. Doing so causes the
refrigerator to run longer and use more energy. Shelvesshould not be lined with
aluminum foil, wax paper or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold air
circulation, making the refrigerator less efficient, which could cause food
spoilage.
Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator.
This cuts down on moisture build-up inside the unit.
Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings. Remove as many items as
needed at one time and close the door as soon aspossible.

Setting the Controls

REFRIGERATOR

COLD | COLDEST

Refrigerator Control

FREEZER

TEMPERATURE

COLD i 1 COLDEST

Freezer Control

Cool Down Period

Toensure safefood storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed
for at least 8to 12 hours before loading with food.

Refrigerator Control

• Setthe refrigerator control dial to the midpoint for a trial period of 24 hours.

• After 24 hours, adjustthe control asneeded. Forcolder temperatures, turn the dial
toward COLDEST. Forwarmer temperatures, turn the dial toward COLD. Adjust

temperatures one increment at a time. The temperature will increase or
decrease, but not necessarily by 1, 2, or 3 degrees.

Freezer Control

• Setthe freezer control to the midpoint of the dial for a trial period of 24 hours.

• After 24 hours, adjust the control as needed. Forcolder temperatures, turn the

dial a notch toward COLDEST. Forwarmer temperatures, turn the dial a notch
toward COLD. Adjust temperatures one notch at a time.

An adjustment made to one compartment may require an adjustment to the other.

Turning the refrigerator control will change the temperature in BOTH
compartments. If the refrigerator control is turned to OFF, cooling
stops in both compartments.
Turning the freezer control will change only the temperature in the freezer
compartment.

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EXT_E_O_EMNODSoToUF_ ON OFF

Moisture Reduction Switch

To maintain temperatures, a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer
compartments. Forgood circulation, do not block cold air vents with food items.

Moisture Reduction Switch (some models)

If moisture forms on the metal between the two doors, set the Moisture Reduction
Switch (located on the control box in the refrigerator compartment) to the "ON"

position. A heater will warm the surface and allow moisture to evaporate.