Electrolux E23CS78HPS Bedienungsanleitung

24 1540 105 (06 12) Dishwasher Use & Care Guide Side-By-Side Refrigerator Guía de Uso y Cuidado Refrigerador de dos puertas Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien Réfrigérateur à compartiments juxtaposés[...]

2 Finding Information PLEASE READ AND SA VE THIS GUIDE Thank you for choosing Electrolux , the new premium brand in home appliances. This Use & Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality throughout the service life of your new refrigerator . We view your purchase as the beginning of a relationship. T o ens[...]

3 Finding Information TABLE OF CONTENTS Finding Information ............................................ 2 Please Read And Save This Guide .................. 2 Make A Record For Quick Reference ............... 2 Questions? ....................................................... 2 T able Of Contents ............................................ 3 Saf[...]

4 Safety IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General Safety • Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids, near 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 cont act with any moving parts of the auto[...]

5 Safety ELECTRICAL INFORMA TION • The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 1 15 V olt, 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[...]

6 Removing The Doors GETTING THROUGH NARROW SP ACES 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. Required T ools Y ou will need the following tools: T o prepare for removing the doors: 1 Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged from the wall[...]

7 Removing The Doors T o remove the top hinge cover: 1 Remove the three screws from the cover over the top door hinges. 2 Pull the cover forward about a half-inch and lift it off. T o remove the refrigerator door: 1 T race lightly around the door ’s top hinge with a pencil. This makes reinstallation easier . 2 Remove the two screws from the top h[...]

8 Removing The Doors T o remove the freezer door: 1 Detach the multi-wire cable connector located above the top hinge. Grasp both sides of the connector firmly and pull apart. 2 T race lightly around the hinge with a pencil. This makes reinstallation easier . 3 Detach the water tube from the connector located below the freezer door . The connector [...]

9 Connecting The W ater Supply ABOUT YOUR REFRIGERA TOR’S WA TER SUPPL 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 [...]

10 Connecting The W ater Supply T o connect the water supply to the rear of your refrigerator: 1 Ensure that the refrigerator is not plugged in. 2 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. 3 Unscrew the plastic cap from the water valve inlet at the rear of yo[...]

11 Feature Overview UNDERST ANDING FEA TURES AND TERMS Y our Electrolux refrigerator is designed for optimal convenience and storage flexibility . Use the illustration below to familiarize yourself with product features and terminology . NO NO NO NO NO TE TE TE TE TE Features may vary according to model.[...]

12 Controls & Settings ALLOWING COOLING TIME BEFORE USE T o 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 . SETTING COOLING TEMPERA TURES Y our ref[...]

13 Controls & Settings Choosing Fahrenheit or Centigrade Depending on which temperature standard you prefer to use, you can set your control panel to display in fahrenheit or centigrade. T o change between fahrenheit and centigrade, press the Mode button (located between the two digital temperature displays). Making T emperature Adjustments Aft[...]

14 Controls & Settings SYSTEM-MONIT ORING ALARMS The electronic control system continuously monitors your refrigerator/freezer for temperature consistency , doors left ajar , and power failures. V ariances from normal operating conditions are communicated by audible tones and a set of four status indicator lights. Responding to Alarms (Audible [...]

15 Controls & Settings Using The Alarm Reset Button Y ou can disable or activate the alarm system by pressing and holding the Alarm Reset button for three seconds. Use it, for example, to turn off audible tones and/ or flashing indicator lights. Once you disable the alarm system, you must again press and hold the Alarm Reset button for three mo[...]

16 TURNING THE COOLING SYSTEM ON AND OFF Y ou can disable the cooling system in your refrigerator by pressing the On/Off button located on the left side of the temperature control panel. T o 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. Once you disable the [...]

17 S torage Features CANTILEVER SHEL VES Y ou can easily adjust shelf positions in the freezer and fresh food comp artments to suit your needs. The shelves have mounting bracket s, which attach to slotted supports at the rear of each comp artment. T o change the position of a shelf: 1 Before adjusting a shelf, remove all food. 2 Lift the front edge[...]

18 NO NO NO NO NO TE TE TE TE TE Leafy vegetables keep best when stored with the Humidity Control set on Higher Humidity , or in a drawer without a Humidity Control. This keeps incoming air to a minimum and maintains maximum moisture content. Crisper Meat Keeper S torage Features DRA WERS Y our refrigerator includes a variety of storage drawers. Th[...]

19 S torage Features DOORS Storage Bins The doors to your freezer and fresh food compartment s 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. They a[...]

20 S torage Features ACCESSORIES T all Bottle Retainer The tall bottle retainer keep s tall containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door . T o install, snap the ends of the retainer over the edge of the retainer wall as shown in the illustration. Special Items Rack The innovative design of the special ite[...]

21 Automatic Ice & W ater Dispenser USING THE DISPENSER Y our automatic ice & water dispenser includes a control panel, a drinking glass bay , and two push-paddles for turning on the ice and water supplies. Using the dispenser control panel is necessary for the ice dispenser but not the water dispenser . The control panel also includes opti[...]

22 Cube Button & Indicator Light Press button to get cubed ice. Light displays blue. Press glass against ice dispensing paddle, holding high up to catch all ice. Crush Button & Indicator Light Press button to get crushed ic e. Light dis plays blue. Press glass against ice dispensing paddle, holding high up to catch all ice. Light Button &am[...]

23 Automatic Ice & W ater Dispenser PRIMING THE WA TER SUPPL Y SYSTEM Y our 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 fir[...]

24 IMPOR IMPOR IMPOR IMPOR IMPOR T T T T T ANT ANT ANT ANT ANT The ice maker is turned on at the factory so it can work as soon as you install your refrigerator . If you cannot connect a water supply , turn the ice maker ’ s On/Off switch to Off. Otherwise, the ice maker ’ s fill valve may be noisy when it attempts to operate without water . NO[...]

25 Automatic Ice & W ater Dispenser Ice Dispenser T ips • 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 sep arated. • If your refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the water supply is turned off, turn of f the ice[...]

26 IMPOR IMPOR IMPOR IMPOR IMPOR T T T T T ANT ANT ANT ANT ANT When removing the ice bin, avoid rotating the auger inside the bin. The auger must align with its drive mechanism when the bin is replaced. If you accidentally move the auger , realign by making quarter turns until the ice bin fits back in place. Automatic Ice & W ater Dispenser T o[...]

27 Changing The Filter LOCA TING THE FIL TERS Y our refrigerator is equipped with separate water and air filtering systems. The 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. W ater Filter The water filter is located [...]

28 Changing The Filter ORDERING REPLACEMENT FIL TERS Order new filters through the dealer where you bought your refrigerator , or contact the Electrolux Customer Care Center at 1-877-435-3287 , or go to our web site at ww w .electroluxusa.com . Y ou may want to consider ordering extra filters when you first install your refrigerator . Here is the p[...]

29 Changing The Filter REPLACING THE WA TER FIL TER In general, you should change the water filter every six to nine months to ensure highest possible water quality . The Filter S tatus light on the dispenser control panel (see page 22) prompt s you to replace the filter after a standard amount of water (400 gallons for pure advantage TM and 250 ga[...]

30 Changing The Filter T o replace your pure advantage TM water filter: 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 any stored food from the[...]

31 S toring Food & Saving Energy IDEAS FOR ST ORING FOODS Fresh Food 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 and causes uneven cooling. Fruits and V[...]

32 S toring Food & Saving Energy Loading the 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 of frozen foods. • Leave a space between packages, so cold air can circulate freely , allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible. • Av[...]

33 Normal Operating Sounds & Sight s UNDERST ANDING THE SOUNDS YOU MA Y HEAR Y our new high-ef ficiency refrigerator may introduce unfamiliar sounds. These sounds normally indicate your refrigerator is operating correctly . Some surfaces on floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make these sounds more noticeable. Following is a list of major c[...]

34 Care & Cleaning PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains appearance and prevents odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartment s at least twice a year . When cleaning, take the following precautions: • Never use metallic scouring p ads, brushes, abrasive cleaners [...]

35 Care & Cleaning CARE & CLEANING TIPS VACA TION & MOVING TIPS Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precaut ions Interio r & Door Liner s • Soap and wat er • Baking soda and water • Use 2 ta blespoons of baki ng soda in 1 quart of warm water . • Be sur e to wring ex c ess wat er out of s ponge or c loth befor e cleani n g around c[...]

36 Care & Cleaning REPLACING LIGHT BULBS 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. T o replace light bulbs: 1 Unplug y[...]

37 REFRIGER ATOR WARRANTY Y our refrigerat or is prot ected by this warrant y WARRANT Y PERI OD THROU GH OUR AUTHORIZED S ERVICERS, WE WILL: TH E CONSUMER WILL BE RESPO NSIBLE F OR: FUL L ON E-YEAR WARRANT Y One year from original purchase dat e. Pay all costs for repairing or replac ing an y parts of this appliance which prove to be de fec tive in[...]

38 Solutions T o Common Problems BEFORE YOU CALL... If you experience a problem with your refrigerator or notice a product behavior or 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 includes common problems[...]

39 Solutions T o Common Problems Temperatures Are Too Cold Problem Cause Correction Freezer temperature too c old. Refriger ator temperatur e is satisfacto ry. • Freezer c ontrol is s et too cold. • Set freez er control to a war mer setti ng. Allow 24 hours for tempe rature to stabilize. Refriger ator temperatur e too cold. Fr eezer temperat ur[...]

40 Solutions T o Common Problems W a te r /M o is tu re /F ro s t O u ts id e R e frige r a tor Problem Cause Correct ion Mois tur e coll ect s on out si de of r efr iger ator or bet ween door s. • Weath er is hum id. • Door i s sl ight ly ope n, causi ng col d ai r fr om insi de ref riger ator to meet w arm air fr om out si de. • Th is is n [...]

41 Solutions T o Common Problems Ice Di spenser Problem Cause Corr ection Disp en ser will no t dispen se ice. • Water su pply is not conn ect ed. • Ic e st orage c ontain er is empt y. • Freez er temper atur e is set too warm. • Hous ehol d water l ine valv e is not open. • Fre ezer door is not c los ed. • Ice d isp ensing arm has be e[...]

42 Solutions T o Common Problems O dor s In Ref ri ger ator Probl em Cau se C or recti on In te rio r is d irty. • I nter ior needs t o be cl eaned. • Food wit h st rong odor s i s in r efr iger ator . • See C ar e & Cl eaning Ti ps . • Cover food t ight ly . O peni ng/ C l osi ng O f Doors/ Drawers Probl em Cau se C or recti on D o o r[...]