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- Page 1 _ Care Guide Ouia de Uso y Cuidado Ouide d'utilisation et d'entretien...
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Page 2: Makea Record Forquick Reference
?LEASE READAND SAVETHISGUIDE Thank you for choosing Electrolux, the new premium brand in home appliances. This Use & Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction product quality throughout the service life of your new refrigerator. We view your purchase as the beginning of a relationship. - Page 3 TABLEOF CONTENTS Finding Information ..........2 Storing Food & Saving Energy......3 t PleaseReadAnd SaveThis Guide ....2 Ideas ForStoringFoods......... 31 MakeA Record ForQuick Reference....2 Ideas For SavingEnergy........ 32 Questions?............Normal Operating Sounds & Sights ....33 TableOf Contents ..........3 Understanding The SoundsYouMay Hear..
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Page 4: Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS GeneralSafety Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids, near this or any other appliance. Read product labels for warnings regarding flammability other hazards. Do not operate the refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes. o Avoid contact with any moving parts of the automatic ice maker. - Page 5 The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115Volt, 60 Hz., AC-only e_ectri¢out_et.The powercordof the applianceis equippedwith a three-prong groundingplugfor your protectionagainstelectricalshock hazards.It mustbe pluggeddirectlyinto a properlygroundedthree-prong receptacle. T he receptaclemustbe installedin accordance with local codes andordinances.Consulta qualifiedelectrician.Do not use an extension cord or adapter p_ug.
- Page 6 The Doors GEEING THROUGHNARROW SPACES If your refrigerator will not fit through an entrance area, you can reduce its size by removing the doors. Check first by measuring the entrance. RequiredTools You will need the following tools: Tools Necessary: Socket 3/8"...
- Page 7 To removethe top hinge cover: ,'_ rew$ Remove the three screws from the cover over the top door hinges. Pull the cover forward about a Cover half-inch and lift it off. To removethe refrigeratordoor: Trace lightly around the door's top hinge with a pencil. This makes reinstallation easier.
- Page 8 The Doors To removethe freezerdoor: Detach the multi-wire cable connector located above the top hinge, Grasp both sides of the connector firmly and pull apart. Trace lightly around the hinge with a pencil, This makes reinstallation easier. f P_'eS80Mtelt 8_eeV_ Detach the water tube from the connector located below the freezer !iii...
- Page 9 Supply ABOUTYOURRE IGE TOR S WATERSU IIII,,,,,,,Y The automatic ice & water dispenser on your refrigerator requires a permanent water supply to function correctly. During installation, you (or a service professional) establish this water supply by connecting a copper tube from your household water system to a valve at the rear of the refrigerator.
- Page 10 Toconnect the water supply to the rearof your refrigerator: Ensure that the refrigerator is not plugged Flush the supply line until water is clear by placing the end of the copper tube in a sink or bucket and opening the shut-off valve. Unscrew the plastic cap from the water valve inlet at the rear of your refrigerator.
- Page 11 UNDERSTANDING F TURES AND TERMS Your Electrolux refrigerator is designed for optimal convenience and storage flexibility. Use the illustration below to familiarize yourself with product features terminology. Freezer and Refrigerator SpiHProof_M Controls Do N_ ice Cream Water Filter Dairy Fixed...
- Page 12 & TIME BEFORE USE ALLOWING CO01IIIIIIIII, To ensure reliable food storage, allow your refrigerator and freezer to operate with the doors closed for 8 to 12 hours before placing food inside. During this cooling period, you do not need to adjust the controls, which are preset at the factory.
- Page 13 Up Arrow button. WhatTo Do if TheTemperature DisplaysFlash If ever you you see both temperature displays continuously flashing, it may indicate that the control system has detected a performance problem. Call your Electrolux service representative, who can interpret the flashing message.
- Page 14 & SYSTE SoMONITORING ALARMS The electronic control system continuously monitors your refrigerator/freezer for temperature consistency, doors left ajar, and power failures. Variances from normal operating conditions communicated by audible tones and a set of four status indicator lights. Indicator Lights Alarm Reset Button Respondingto Narms (Audible Tones&...
- Page 15 Using TheAlarm ResetButton You can disable or activate the alarm system by pressing and holding the A_arm Reset button for three seconds. Use it, for example, to turn off audible tones and/ or flashing indicator lights. ! i! _? i "i! _i¸...
- Page 16 & You can disable the cooling system in your refrigerator by pressing the OnlOff button located on the left side of the temperature control panel. To ensure that you do not accidentally turn off the cooling system, the button does not work unless you press and hold it for three seconds.
- Page 17 CANTILEVER S L,,VES You can easily adjust shelf positions in the freezer and fresh food compartments suit your needs. The shelves have mounting brackets, wMch attach to slotted supports at the rear of each compartment. Tighten spacers To changethe position of a shelf: shelf: Before adjusting a shelf, remove all food.
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Page 18: Drawers
Storage Your refrigerator includes a variety of storage drawers. These drawers usually are located in fixed positions at the bottom of the fresh food compartment. Crispers Crisper drawers are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. Before storing items in a crisper: Wash items in clear water and remove excess water. -
Page 19: Doors
StorageBins The doors to your freezer and fresh food compartments use a system of modular storage bins. All of these bins are removable for easy cleaning. Some of them have fixed positions, while others can be adjusted to your needs. Door bins are ideal for storing jars, bottles, cans, and large drink containers. - Page 20 Storage Tall Bottle Retainer Tall Bottle The tall bottle retainer keeps tall containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door. To install, snap the ends of the retainer over the edge of the retainer wall as shown in the illustration.
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Page 21: Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser
Dispenser USINGTHE DISPENSER Your automatic ice & water dispenser includes a control [] Electrol_ panel, a drinking glass bay, and two push-paddles turning on the ice and water supplies. OCO0 Using the dispenser control panel is necessary for the ice dispenser but not the water dispenser. - Page 22 & USINGTHEDISPENSER CONTROl,PANEIIII ..Press button to get cubed ice. Light displays blue. Cube Button Press glass against ice dispensing paddle, holding high up to catch all ice. & Indicator Light Press button to get crushed ice. Light displays blue. Crush Button Press...
- Page 23 PRIMING THEWATERSU IIII,,,,,,,IY SYSTEM Your refrigerator's water supply system includes several tubing lines, an advanced water filter, a distribution valve bank, and a reserve tank to ensure ample supply to the ice and water dispenser at all times. This system needs to be completely filled with water when first connected to an external...
- Page 24 & ICEDISPENSER OPE_TION & CARE The ice maker, ice bin, and dispenser feeding mechanism are located in the top of the freezer compartment. After the refrigerator is installed properly and has cooled for several hours, the ice maker can produce ice within 24 hours.
- Page 25 Ice DispenserTips • Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor, Empty the ice container as explained on the next page. Occasionally shake the ice container to keep ice separated. If your refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the water supply is turned off, turn off the ice maker by pressing the On/Off switch.
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Page 26: Care & Cleaning
& Toclean the ice dispenser: Turn off ice production by pressing the ice maker's Off/On switch, Remove the ice bin by lifting up and out. Empty and carefully clean the ice bin with mild detergent. Rinse with clear water. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners. - Page 27 "rig The IIII,,,,,,,,,,OCATING THEFH,,,,,, RS Your refrigerator is equipped with separate water and air filtering systems. water filter system filters all dispensed drinking water, as well as the water used to produce ice. The air filter removes odors and impurities from the refrigerator compartment.
- Page 28 ORDERING REPL,,ACEMENT FB,, RS Order new filters through the dealer where you bought your refrigerator, or contact the Electro/ux Customer Care Center at 1-877435_3287, or go to our web site at www.eJectroJuxusa.com. You may want to consider ordering extra filters when you first install your refrigerator.
- Page 29 "rig The Filter REPIIII AQN@THEWATERFIIZER In general, you should change the water filter every six to nine months to ensure highest possible water quality. The Filter Status light on the dispenser control panel (see page 22) prompts you to replace the filter after a standard amount water (400 gallons for pure advantageTMand...
- Page 30 To replaceyour pure advantage waterfilter: It is not necessary to turn the water supply off to change the filter. Be ready to wipe up any small amounts of water released during the filter replacement. The bottom of the filter housing includes two small water drainage holes, so be sure to remove...
- Page 31 IDEASFORSTORING FOODS FreshFood Storage Keep the fresh food compartment between 34 ° F and 40 ° F with an optimum temperature of 37 ° F (see page 13 for more about temperature settings). • Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves, which reduces air circulation causes uneven...
- Page 32 Loadingthe Freezer Avoid adding too much warm food to the freezer at one time. This overloads the freezer, slows the rate of freezing, and can raise the temperature frozen foods. Leave a space between packages, so cold air can circulate freely, allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible.
- Page 33 & UNDERSTANDING T HESOUNDSYOUMAYHEAR Your new high-efficiency refrigerator may introduce unfamiliar sounds. These sounds normally indicate your refrigerator is operating correctly. Some surfaces floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make these sounds more noticeable Following is a list of major components in your refrigerator the sounds they can cause:...
- Page 34 Keepingyour refrigerator clean maintainsappearanceand preventsodor build=up. Wipeup any spills immediately andcleanthe freezerandfreshfood compartments at leasttwicea year.Whencleaning,takethe followingprecautions: , Neveruse metallicscouringpads,brushes,abrasivecleanersor strong alkalinesolutionson anysurface. , Neveruse CHLORIDE to cleanstainlesssteel. Do not washany removablepartsin a dishwasher. Alwaysunplugthe electricalpowercordfromthe wall outletbeforecleaning. Removeadhesivelabelsby hand.Do not use razorbladesor other sharp instruments which canscratchthe appliancesurface.
- Page 35 CARE& Cl,,,,,,,,,,EANING TIPS Part CleaningAgents Tipsand Precautions Interior& Door • Soapand water • Use 2 tablespoonsof bakingsoda in 1 quart of warm water. Liners • Bakingsoda and • Be sureto wringexcesswater out of sponge or clothbefore cieaningaround water controls,light bulb or any electricalpart. Door Gaskets •...
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Page 36: Replacinglight Bulbs
REPLACINGLIGHTBULBS Both the freezer and fresh food compartments of your refrigerator include light bulbs that will need replacing from time to time. Some lights have covers that you will need to remove before replacing the bulbs. Always use bulbs that are designed for appliance lighting. - Page 37 The consumershall pay for such servicecalls. 3. Damages caused by services performedby servicersother than ElectroluxHome Products,Inc., ElectroluxCanada Corp., or its authorized servicers; use of parts other than genuine Electrolux Home Productsparts; obtained from personsother than suchservicers;or externalcauses suchas abuse, misuse,inadequatepower supply or acts of God.
- Page 38 To Common BEFOREYOUCAIIII,,,,,,,,,Looo If you experience a problem with your refrigerator or notice a product behavior condition you do not understand, you can usually avoid a call to your service representative by referring to this section for an answer. Beginning with the following table, this information...
- Page 39 To Common Temperatures Are Too Cold Problem Cause Correction Freezertemperaturetoo cold. • Freezercontrol is settoo • Setfreezer controlto a warmersetting.Allow 24 hoursfor Refrigeratortemperatureis cold. temperatureto stabilize. satisfactory. Refrigeratortemperaturetoo • Refrigeratorcontrol is set • Setrefrigeratorcontroltoawarmersetting. AIIow24 hours cold. Freezertemperatureis too cold. for temperatureto stabilize.
- Page 40 To Common Water/Moisture/Frost Outside Refrigerator Problem Cause Correction Moisture collects on outside • Weather is humid. • This is normal in humid weather. When humidity is of refrigerator or between lower, the moisture should disappear. doors. • Door is slightly open, causing cold air * See Problem section Opening/Closing Of Doors/Drawers.
- Page 41 Ice Dispenser Problem Correction Cause Dispenser will not • Water supply is not connected. • Connect water supply (see page 9). dispense ice. • Ice storage container is empty. • When the first supply of ice is dropped into the container, the dispenser should operate.
- Page 42 To Common Odors In Refrigerator Problem Cause Correction Interior is dirty • Interior needs to be cleaned • See Care & Cleaning Tips. • Food with strong odors is in refrigerator • Cover food tightly. Opening/Closing Of Doors/Drawers Problem Cause Correction Door(s) will not close •...