Use & Care
MANUAL
5 SERIES
Professional / Custom Panel
Built-In Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator
VCBB5363E/ CVCBB5363E
FDBB5363E / CFDBB5363E
Congratulations
We hope you will enjoy and appreciate the care and attention we have put into every detail of your new, state-of-the-art refrigerator.
Your appliance is designed to offer years of reliable service. This Use and Care Guide will provide you with the information you need to become familiar with your refrigerator’s care and operation.
Your complete satisfaction is our ultimate goal. If you have any questions or comments about this product, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased it, or contact our Consumer Support Center at 1-888-845-4641.
We appreciate your choice of our refrigerator and hope that you will again select our products for your other major appliance needs.
For more information about the complete and growing selection of products, visit us online at vikingrange.com in the US or brigade.ca in Canada
Table of Contents
Getting Started
Warnings_______________________________________________________________________________________ 3
Important Information __________________________________________________________________________ 4
Proper Disposal (of old refrigerator)________________________________________________________________ 4
Features _______________________________________________________________________________________ 5
Product Controls
Settings and Functions ___________________________________________________________________________ 6
Operation
Refrigerator ____________________________________________________________________________________ 9
Freezer _______________________________________________________________________________________11
Automatic Ice Maker____________________________________________________________________________11
Food Storage Guide ____________________________________________________________________________12
Product Care
Cleaning and Maintenance ______________________________________________________________________13
Troubleshooting________________________________________________________________________________16
Service Information _____________________________________________________________________________17
Warranty ______________________________________________________________________________________18
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Warnings
Your safety is important to us. This use and care manual contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given.
This symbol alerts you to hazards such as fire, electrical shock or other injuries.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your unit, follow these basic precautions:
•Read all instructions before using the unit.
•NEVER allow children to operate, play with, or crawl inside the unit.
•NEVER clean unit parts with flammable fluids. The fumes
can create a fire hazard or explosion.
• ALWAYS turn the power on/off switch (located behind the
air grille |
on top right side) to the OFF position |
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before attempting to change |
light bulbs, |
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clean, or service the unit. |
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. THE FUMES CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR EXPLOSION.
WARNING
To avoid serious illness or death, do not use unit where water is unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after use of filter.
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, turn power disconnect switch to OFF before cleaning. After cleaning, return power disconnect switch to ON position.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Disconnect power or turn power disconnect switch to OFF position before removing top grille. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
•Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
•If a 2-prong wall receptacle is encountered, contact a qualified electrician.
•DO NOT remove ground prong.
•Unit must be grounded at all times.
•DO NOT use an adapter.
•DO NOT use an extension cord.
•Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.-
WARNING
BURN HAZARD
DO NOT touch condenser coils near defrost pan. Doing so can result in burns.
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Getting Started
Important Safety Instructions
•Install and level your refrigerator on a floor that will hold its weight,plus food weight (approximately 1200 pounds [540kg]) and in an area suitable for its size and use.
•DO NOT install a refrigeration unit near a heat source, nor in a location where the surrounding temperature will fall below 60°F (16° C).
•DO NOT allow your refrigerator to be exposed to the weather or outdoor elements.
•Connect your refrigerator only to the appropriate kind of electrical outlet, with the correct power supply and grounding. (Refer to the Electrical Requirements section of the Installation Instructions.)
•Use the refrigerator only for the uses described in this manual.
•Properly maintain the refrigerator.
•Be sure the refrigerator is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly.
Proper Disposal (of old refrigerator)
IMPORTANT:
Now that you have a new refrigerator, it is extremely important that you dispose of your old appliance in a way that minimizes the possibility that children will find it. There have been many cases in years past of children crawling inside junked and abandoned refrigerators and becoming trapped or suffocated.
Contact your municipal waste disposal authority to find out the best and safest way to dispose of your old refrigerator.
WARNING
RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:
• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
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Features
•ProChill™ Temperature Management System
he variable speed DC Overdrive™ Compressor is one of the quietest, most technologically advanced compressors available. Electronic controls with digital temperature readouts, maintain temperatures and the multi-channel airflow system and Odor Eliminator™ Evaporator remove odors and excess humidity.
•Plasmacluster™* Ion Air Purifier
The Plasmacluster™ Ion Air Purifier uses ions to eliminate airborne bacteria and mold spores, remove odors and enhance food preservation. Because of the unique technology, the Plasmacluster™ will continue to keep the refrigerator bateria and mold free without ever having to be replaced.
•Adjustable Humidity Zone™ Drawer(s)
Equipped with an adjustable humidity control, the Adjustable Humidity Zone™ Drawer(s) can be set on the high setting for leafy greens or the low setting for fruits and vegetables with skins.
•LED Lighting
Top and sidewall interior LED lighting provides bright illumination of refrigerator contents.
•Super Clog-Resistant™ Condenser
The pin and tube design of the condenser coil prevents dust and other airborne particles from clogging the condenser. Under normal operation, the condenser is maintenance-free.
*Plasmacluster is a trademark of Sharp Corporation.
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Variable Speed DC |
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Dairy Compartments (2) |
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Overdrive™ Compressor and |
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Half-Width Adjustable Door |
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Super Clog-Resistant™ |
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Bins (3) |
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Condenser |
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Full-Width NonAdjustable |
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Plasmacluster™ Ion Air |
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Door Bin (1) |
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Purifier |
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(Patented ) |
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Electronic Controls with digital |
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Wire Freezer Basket (2) |
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temperature readouts |
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Ice Bucket (1) |
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Spillpoof Plus Shelf w/ |
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Large Pizza Box Storage |
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Nano Technology |
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Adjustable Humidity Zone™ |
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Full-Width (1) |
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Drawers (2) |
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Spillproof Shelves |
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Deli Drawers |
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Full-Width (2) |
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LED Lighting |
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Product Controls
Settings and Functions
In order for your new refrigerator to work properly, it is important that you understand its various features, controls, and how to use them.
Power On/Off Switch (Power Interruption Switch)
The power on/off switch is located behind your refrigerator’s top grille. It is used to turn the power off when cleaning the refrigerator or changing the light bulbs. Your refrigerator arrives from the factory with the power interruption switch on.
To turn power off, remove the center grille louver. Press the power on/off switch to the off position.
To turn power on, press power on/off switch to the on position. Replace the center grille blade.
Power
Switch
IMPORTANT: Be sure the power on/off switch is in the on position after cleaning or changing light bulbs.
FREEZER |
C F REFRIGERATOR |
MAX FRZ MAX REF |
DOOR OPEN |
FAST COOL |
POWER |
SAB SHOW |
HIGH TEMP |
Showroom Mode Initiation
Showroom mode allows electronic controls and interior lights to function independently of refrigeraton system.
To enter the showroom mode: Press and hold ”ACTIVATE CONTROLS” pad; while holding, press and hold the “HIGHER” and “ALARM OFF” pads together for 3 seconds. Three beeps will sound and SHOW will be lit. Showroom mode is entered.
To exit the showroom mode: press and hold “ACTIVATE CONTROLS” pad; while holding, press and hold the “HIGHER” and “ALARM OFF” pads together. Three beeps will sound and control will revert to normal operation and display.
Electronic Temperature Settings
Your refrigerator’s electronic controls are located behind the door above the cabinet interior. To activate the electronic control panel, press “ACTIVATE CONTROLS” pad. All other pads, except the “ALARM OFF” pad, will remain inactive until the ”ACTIVATE CONTROLS”pad is pressed. Once activated, pad remains programmable for at least ten minutes.
When you first plug your new refrigerator in, you will find that the refrigerator is factory set at 38° F in the refrigerator and 0° F in the freezer. Wait 24 hours after plug-in for the cabinets to reach this setting. After 24 hours, you may adjust controls as desired.
To change from °F to °C, press and hold “ACTIVATE CONTROLS” then press and hold “ALARM OFF” for 3 seconds. To change back, follow the same steps.
To adjust the refrigerator or freezer temperature, simply press the ”ACTIVATE CONTROLS” pad, then “Ref Temp” pad or “Frz Temp” pad. Press the “HIGHER” or “LOWER” pad to adjust temperature setting one degree at a time.
Note: Allow 24 hours for temperature to reach desired setting after any change in set temperature.
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