Use & Care Guide Side-By-Side Refrigerator 241721800 (0604)
Welcome & Congratulations TABLE OF CONTENTS PLEASE READ ANS SAVE THIS GUIDE Thank you for choosing Electrolux. This Use & Care Guide is part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and product quality throughout the service life of your new refrigerator. Welcome & Congratulations ................................. 2 Important Safety ..................................................... 3 Installation ........................................................ 4 - 5 Door Removal Instructions ...............
Important Safety Instructions Please read all instructions before using this refrigerator. FOR YOUR SAFETY • • • • PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER 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 presence of explosive fumes. Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice maker. Remove all staples from the carton.
Installation This Owner’s Guide 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. LOCATION • • • • Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug. If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat sources.
Installation - Connecting Ice Maker To Water Supply To 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. To Avoid Property Damage: • • • Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply line. Water supply tubing made of ¼” plastic is not recommended since it greatly increases the potential for water leaks.
Door Removal Instructions DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS: If it is necessary to move the refrigerator through narrow doorways, follow these steps to remove the doors. IMPORTANT: Before you begin, remove electrical power cord from wall outlet. Remove any food from door shelves. 1. Disconnect electrical supply. 2. Open both doors, then remove toe grille (see page 4 to learn how). 3. Close doors. To Remove Refrigerator Door: 1. Remove top hinge cover screw on refrigerator door and remove cover. 2.
Features At A Glance Features may vary according to model 7
Temperature Controls COOL DOWN PERIOD To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 6 hours before loading it with food. REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER CONTROLS NOTE: When changing control settings, wait 24 hours before making additional adjustments. After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed. Make your adjustments small and gradual; allowing time for temperatures to change and stabilize. Refer to the adjacent guidelines for temperature settings.
Temperature Controls OTHER CONTROL FEATURES NOTE: Each time you make settings on the control panel, a single audible tone acknowledges your input. Cooling System On/Off Button TURNING THE COOLING SYSTEM ON AND OFF You can disable the cooling system in your refrigerator by pressing the On/Off 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.
Looking Inside ICE CREAM SHELF (SOME MODELS) This shelf attaches to the top of the ice dispenser container. It allows storage of both round and rectangular cartons of your favorite ice cream. Ice Cream Shelf To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change. CANTILEVER SHELF ADJUSTMENT Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs.
Looking Inside (continued) DOOR STORAGE TALL BOTTLE RETAINER (SOME MODELS) Door bins and shelves are provided for convenient storage of jars, bottles, and cans. Frequently used items can be quickly selected. The Tall Bottle Retainer keeps tall containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door. To install, hold the retainer at the top, and slide it over the outside wall of the bin, as shown in the diagram.
Looking Inside - Special Storage Areas CRISPERS (SOME MODELS) MEAT KEEPER The crispers, located under the bottom refrigerator shelf, are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. Wash 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 storing. Some models are equipped with a Meat Keeper.
Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 5 2 3 4 6 Features may vary according to model. Crushed Press the Crushed Touch Pad 1 to get crushed ice. A red indicator will appear above the Touch Pad. Press glass against ICE dispensing paddle 5 as far up as possible to catch all ice. Cubed Press the Cubed Touch Pad 2 to get cubed ice. A red indicator will appear above the Touch Pad.
Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser ICE AND WATER DISPENSER FEATURES The ice and water dispenser conveniently dispenses chilled water, and ice cubes or crushed ice, depending on the model. To operate the ice dispenser, select the ice option desired using the touchpad. Press a glass against the dispensing paddle as far up as possible to catch all ice. To stop dispensing ice, pull glass away from dispensing paddle. Do not remove the glass until the ice has completely dispensed.
Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser CLEANING THE ICE DISPENSER Do not use the ice chute as a handle when removing or replacing the ice storage bin. Surfaces there may be sharp. Clean the dispenser and ice container at regular intervals, particularly before you take a vacation or move, or if the ice dispenser sticks. 1. Turn off ice production by pressing the ice maker’s On/Off switch. 2. Remove ice container by lifting up and out. Empty and carefully clean the container with mild detergent.
Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser PureSource TM Ice and Water Filter (some models) NOTE: If you purchased a refrigerator with a PureSource TM Ice and Water 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. System Startup: Water supply does not need to be turned off, however, do not use ice and water dispenser while installing filter.
Automatic Ice and Water Dispenser PureSource2TM Ice and Water Front Filter (some models) NOTE: If you purchased a refrigerator with a PureSource2TM Ice and Water front 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 front corner of the fresh food compartment.
Food Storage & Energy Saving Ideas FOOD STORAGE IDEAS Fresh Food Storage • The fresh food compartment should be kept between 1.1° C and 4.4° C with an optimum temperature of 2.8° C. • Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves. This reduces the circulation of air around the food and results in uneven cooling. Fruits and Vegetables • Storage in the crisper drawers traps moisture to help preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods.
Normal Operating Sounds & Sights UNDERSTANDING THE SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR Your new high-efficiency refrigerator may make unfamiliar sounds. Most often, these are all normal sounds that soon become familiar to you. They indicate your refrigerator is operating as designed. Hard surfaces, such as vinyl or wood floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make sounds more noticeable. The following list describes some of the most common sounds you may hear, and what is causing them. A.
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 electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning. • • When moving the refrigerator, pull straight out.
Care & Cleaning (continued) Wear gloves when replacing light bulbs to avoid getting cut. REPLACING LIGHT BULBS 1. Unplug refrigerator. 2. Wear gloves as protection against possible broken glass and heat. 3. Remove light cover, if necessary. 4. Unscrew and replace old bulb with an appliance bulb of the same type and wattage. 5. Replace light cover, if necessary. 6. Remember to plug the refrigerator back in.
Before You Call PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR Compressor does not run. • Cooling system is turned Off. • • Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. • • Plug at wall outlet is disconnected. House fuse blown or tripped circuit breaker. Power outage. • Room or outside weather is hot. Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time. Automatic ice maker is operating. Doors are opened too frequently or too long. Refrigerator/freezer door may be slightly open.
Before You Call PROBLEM CAUSE (continued) CORRECTION TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM Freezer/Refrigerator temperature is too warm. • • Doors are opened too frequently or too long. Door is slightly open. • • Warm air enters the refrigerator whenever the door is opened. Open the door less often. See PROBLEM section OPENING/CLOSING OF DOORS/DRAWERS. Freezer temperature is too warm. Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. • Freezer control is set too warm. • Set freezer control to a colder setting.
Before You Call (continued) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER (CONTINUED) Ice maker is not making enough ice. • Ice maker is producing less ice than you expect. • • Freezer is not cold enough. • • Household water line valve is not completely open. Check to see if water dispenser is dispensing slower than normal. • Ice maker should produce approximately 1.8 – 2.2 kg of ice every 24 hours. Extra Ice should produce up to 2.7 kg of ice every 24 hours.
Before You Call (continued) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION WATER DISPENSER Dispenser will not dispense water. • • • Water has an odd taste and/or odor. • • • Open household water line valve. See PROBLEM section ICE MAKER IS NOT MAKING ANY ICE. Ensure that freezer door is closed. Replace filter cartridge. • Push filter in until you hear a “click”. Filter should be flush with cabinet. Water has been in the tank for a period of time. Unit not properly connected to cold water line.
