Frigidaire FRS26KF7AW1 manual

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2 W elcome & Congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We here at Electrolux Home Products are very proud of our product and we are completely 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 valuab[...]

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 product labels for warnings regarding flammability and other hazards. • Do not operate the refrigerator in the pre[...]

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 Ice Maker T o W ater 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 supply tubing[...]

6 Door Removal Instructions DOOR REMOV AL INSTRUCTIONS: If it is necessary to move the refrigerator through narrow doorways, follow these steps to remove the doors. 1. Disconnect electrical supply . 2. Open both doors, then remove toe grille. 3. Close doors. T o Remove Refrigerator Door: 1 . Remove top hinge cover screw on refrigerator door and rem[...]

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

8 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 first tur ning refrigerator on, move refrigerator cold control to which is the recommended initial setting. After 24 h[...]

9 Looking Inside Pizza Shelf Ice Cream Shelf PIZZA SHELF (SOME MODELS) This shelf is attached to the freezer wall beside the ice dispenser container . This convenient area allows for storage of pizza and other tall items placed vertically between the ice dispenser container and the freezer wall. ICE CREAM SHELF (SOME MODELS) This shelf attaches to [...]

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

11 Looking Inside - Special Storage Areas 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 b[...]

12 Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser ICE AND W A TER DISPENSER FEA TURES The ice and water dispenser conveniently dispenses chilled water , and ice cubes or crushed ice, depending on the model. Some models have an Extra Ice feature that increases ice production for special occasions such as parties. T o operate the ice dispenser , select the ice op[...]

13 Automatic Ice and W ater Dispenser ICE DISPENSER TIPS • Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor . Empty the ice container and ensure that the wire signal arm is in its “ down ” or ON position. The ice maker will then produce more ice. • Occasionally shake the ice container to keep ice separated. • Keep the wire signal arm i[...]

14 PureSource TM Ice and Water Filter (some models) NOTE: If you purchased a refrigerator with a PureSource TM Ice and W ater filter , please read the following use and care information. This ice and water filter system filters water to your ice maker and water dispenser . It is located in the upper right back corner of the fresh food compartment. [...]

15 Changing the Filter: W ater conditions vary throughout the world, but changing the water filter every 6 - 9 months normally will ensure the highest possible water quality . The Filter Status light will turn red after approximately 400 gallons of water has flowed through the ice and water dispenser . Also, if the filter has been in a refrigerator[...]

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 UNDERST ANDING THE SOUNDS YOU MA Y HEAR Y our new high-efficiency refrigerator may make unfamiliar sounds. Don ’ t be alarmed, these are all normal sounds. Hard surfaces, such as vinyl or wood floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make sounds more noticeable. Listed below are descriptions of some of the m[...]

18 Care & 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 electri[...]

19 Care & Cleaning (continued) Vacation and Moving Tips Short Vacatio ns • Lea ve refrigera tor operat ing during vacat ions of 3 wee ks or le ss. • Use all perishab le items fr om refrigerator compartmen t. • Turn automat ic ice maker off, even if you will onl y be gone for a few days. Long Vacatio ns • Remove al l food and i ce if you[...]

20 W arranty Information REFRIGERA T OR W ARRANTY Y our refrigerator is protected by this warranty WARRANTY PERIOD THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, WE WILL: THE CONSUM ER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR: FULL O NE-YEAR WARRANTY One year from o r igi n al purchase da te Pay a ll costs for repairing or r eplacing any parts of t h is appliance wh ich prove t[...]

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