Frigidaire 240400107 manual

P/N 240400107 (0209)[...]

2 W elcome & Congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We here at Electrolux Home Products, Inc. are very proud of our product and we are completly committed to providing you with the best service possible. Y our satisfaction is our #1 priority . Please read this Use & Care Manual very carefully . It contains v[...]

3 Important Safety Instructions W ARNING: Please Read All Instructions Before Using This Refrigerator . FOR YOUR SAFETY • Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read pro- duct labels for warnings regarding flammability and other hazards. • Do not operate the refrigerator in the p[...]

4 This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Manual. Before starting the refrigerator , follow these important first steps. LOCA TION • Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug. ?[...]

5 Installation - Connecting Optional Ice Maker T o Water Supply T o 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 . T o A void Property Damage: • Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply line. W ater suppl[...]

6 Door Removal and Reversal Instructions NOTE: If you have stainless steel doors -- go to the Removing Stainless Steel Doors and Handles Section on page 9. NOTE: The direction in which your refrigerator doors open (door swing) can be reversed, from left to right or right to left, by moving the door hinges from one side to the other . Reversing the [...]

7 Door Removal and Reversal Instructions (continued) NOTE: Some models have “ pocket ” handles, which are recessed into the sides of the door . On these models, only the hinges will need to be reversed. TO REMOVE FREEZER HANDLE: (Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.) 1. Remove two screws attaching handle to bottom of freezer do[...]

8 Door Removal and Reversal Instructions (continued) TRIM REMOV AL (FULL-LENGTH TRIM MODELS ONL Y) In some models, the refrigerator door has a full length trim piece which continues from the bottom of the handle to the bottom of the door . The top of the trim attaches to the handle bracket (Figure 1) or fits around the base of the handle (Figure 2)[...]

9 Door Removal and Reversal Instructions (continued) TO REMOVE REFRIGERA T OR HANDLE: (Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.) 1. Remove two screws attaching handle to top of refrigerator door . 2. Remove button plug using edge of putty knife. 3. Remove screw on side of refrigerator door and remove handle. 4. Reverse freezer and refr[...]

10 Features At A Glance Features may vary according to model[...]

11 T emperature Controls COOL DOWN PERIOD T o ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading it with food. REFRIGERA T OR & FREEZER CONTROLS NOTE: When changing control settings, wait 24 hours before making additional adjustments. TEMPERA TURE ADJUSTMENT • Adjust tem[...]

12 Looking Inside T o avoid personal injury or property damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully . Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change. SHELF ADJUSTMENT Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs. Before adjusting the shelves, remove all food. T o adjust sliding shel[...]

13 Looking Inside (continued) DOOR STORAGE Door bins, shelves, and racks are provided for convenient storage of jars, bottles, and cans. Frequently used items can be quickly selected. Some models have door racks or bins that can accommodate gallon-sized plastic drink containers and economy-sized jars and containers. Some racks are adjustable for ma[...]

14 Looking Inside - (continued) CRISPERS (SOME MODELS) The crispers, located under the bottom refrigerator shelf, are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. W ash items in clear water and remove excess water before placing them in the crispers. Items with strong odors or high moisture content should be wrapped before stor[...]

15 Ice Service If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker , it will provide a sufficient supply of ice for normal use. During the initial startup of your refrigerator , however , no ice will be produced during the first 24 hours of operation. Automatic ice makers are also optional accessories that may be installed in most models at any time. C[...]

16 Food Storage & Energy Saving Ideas FOOD STORAGE IDEAS Fresh Food Storage • The fresh food compartment should be kept between 34 ° F and 40 ° F with an optimum temperature of 37 ° F. • Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves. This reduces the circulation of air around the food and results in uneven cooling. Fruits and V egetables ?[...]

17 Normal Operating Sounds & Sights A. Evaporator The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound. B. Evaporator Fan Y ou may hear air being forced through the refrigerator by the evaporator fan. C. Defrost Heater During defrost cycles, water dripping onto the defrost heater may cause a hissing or sizzling [...]

18 NOTES: • T urning the refrigerator temperature control to “ 0 ” turns off the compressor , but does not disconnect electrical power to the light bulb or other electrical components. T o turn of f power to your refrigerator , you must unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. • Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which ca[...]

19 Care & Cleaning (continued) Vacation and Moving Tips Short Vacations • Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of 3 weeks or less. • Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment. • Turn automatic ice maker off, even if you will only be gone for a few days. Long Vacations • Remove all food and ice if you will be gone o[...]

20 W arranty Information REFRIGERA T OR W ARRANTY Y our refrigerator is protected by this warranty WARRANTY PERIOD THROUG H OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, WE WILL: THE CON SUMER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR: FULL ON E-YEAR WARRANTY One ye ar f r om or igi n al purc ha se da t e Pay all costs for r epairing or replacing any parts of thi s appliance which prov[...]

21 Common Occurrences Before call ing for servi ce, review thi s list. It may save you time and expense. This lis t includes common occurrences that are not the result of defecti ve workmanship or materials in this appl iance. Refri gerator does not run. • Ensure plug i s tightl y pushed into elec trical outl et. • Check/repl ace fuse w ith a 1[...]