Frigidaire 218954901 manual

P/N 218954901 (0101) READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS[...]

2 Pr oduct Registration This Owner's Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and care for your product. In addition, please read through the information contained in your literature pack to learn more about your new appliance. Record Y our Model and Serial Numbers Record the Model No. and Serial No. of this refrigerator in the space[...]

3 Important Safety Instructions Read all instructions before using this r efrigerator . For Y our Safety Do not store, or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read product labels for flammability and other warnings. • Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material imm[...]

4 First Steps This Owner’s Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use refrigerator only as instructed in this Owner’s Guide. Before starting refrigerator, follow these important first steps: Location Install refrigerator: • near a grounded electrical outlet. DO NOT use an extension cord or an adapter plug. • out of d[...]

5 First Steps (continued) Connecting Ice Maker to W ater Supply Do Not Install Ice Maker T ubing Wher e T emperatur e May Fall Below Freezing. Check to be sure your water connection will comply with local plumbing codes. W ater quality determines your ice quality . It is best to connect the ice maker to water that is not softened. Chemicals from a [...]

6 • Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of direct sunlight and away from heating ducts or registers. Do not place the refrigerator next to heat- producing appliances such as a range, oven or dishwasher. If this is not possible, a section of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two appliances will help the[...]

7 Fresh Food Storage Shelf Adjustment Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs. Before adjusting shelves, remove all food. The shipping clips which stabilize the shelves for shipping may be removed and discarded. To adjust the cantilever shelves (shelves supported at the rear of the refrigerator), lift the back of the shelf[...]

8 Automatic Ice and W ater Dispenser The ice and water dispenser on the freezer door conveniently dispenses chilled water and ice cubes. To operate the dispenser, slide the knob to the selection of your choice and press a glass against the dispensing arm, as shown. Be sure to hold the glass as far up as possible to catch all cubes. To stop dispensi[...]

9 Ice Dispenser Tips 1. Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor. Empty the container and return it to the proper position. The ice maker will then produce more ice. 2. Occasionally shake the container to keep ice separated. 3. If the dispensing arm is pushed in for more than 4 minutes, the dispenser motor may overload and stop. The over[...]

10 Care and Cleaning Keep your refrigerator and freezer clean to prevent odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean both sections at least twice a year. Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners or strong alkaline solutions on any surface. Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher. Always unplug the power cord [...]

11 Care and Cleaning (continued) Long vacations: • Remove all food and ice if you will be gone 1 month or more. • Turn controls to OFF and disconnect power. • Turn off automatic ice maker and turn water supply valve to the closed position. • Clean interior thoroughly. Leave both doors open to prevent odor and mold build-up. Block open if ne[...]

12 T o Remove Fr eezer Door: 1. Remove the toe grille (see “Outside” in Care and Cleaning Section). 2. T o disconnect water line, grip tube firmly in left hand and use tool (located in bag under toe grille) to push in on gray collar to release water connector (Figure 1). 3. Remove screw to detach lower hinge cover (Figure 2). 4. T o disconnect [...]

13 Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you both time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. A void Ser vice Checklist SOLUTION RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR Freezer control is off. Set freezer control. See Setting the Controls. Refrigerator [...]

14 Weather is hot and humid which increases rate of frost buildup and internal sweating. This is normal. Door is slightly open. See Occurrence section OPENING / CLOSING OF DOORS / DRAWERS . Door is opened too often or too long. Open the door less often. Vegetables contain and give off moisture. It is not unusual to have moisture on the bottom side [...]

15 OCCURRENCE WATER DISPENSER ICE DISPENSER SOLUTION Ice cubes are jammed between the ice maker arm and back of the bin. Remove the ice cubes that are jamming the dispenser. Ice cubes are frozen together. Use the dispenser often so that cubes do not freeze together. Household water line valve is not open. Open household water line valve. See Occurr[...]

16 REFRIGERA T OR W ARRANTY Y our refrigerator is protected by this warranty WARRANTY PERIOD THRO UGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVIC ERS, WE WILL: THE CONSUM ER W ILL BE RESPO NSIBLE FOR: FULL O NE-YEAR WARRANTY O ne year from original purchase da te Pay a ll costs for repairing or replacing any parts of t his appl i anc e whi ch p ro ve to be d ef ect iv e[...]

17 Service Information in Canada To avoid unnecessary cost and inconvenience, make a few simple checks before calling for service. Common occurrences and their solutions can be found in the Avoid Service Checklist. Be sure you have followed the instructions in this manual. If you are unable to locate the cause of a problem, call for service. Insist[...]

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