Smeg FA560X User's Manual
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1. English Version wc Version francaise Versi n en espa ol Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Tips Automatic Icemaker amp Dispenser 4 Freezer Compartment Freezer Baskets Shelves Slide Out Spillproof Shelves Quick Space Shelf Wine Rack Storage Drawers Temperature Controls Care and Cleaning gt Behind the Refrigerator s s s 9 Cleaning Inside and Outside Drawer and Cover Removal Light Bulb Replacement Under the Refrigerator Problem Solver Normal Operating Sounds Preparation Adding Door Panels Clearances Location Moving and Vacation Rollers Leveling Water Supply to Icemaker Installation Earthing Electrical Requirements Fitting a Different Plug Great Britain and Irelan How to Install Features Additional Features Mains Lead Replacement Fo Model and Serial NumbetS ccesesccccseeee 2 Export G Line Side by Side 21 Built In HELP US HELP YOU Read this guide carefully If you received a damaged refrigerator It is intended to help you operate and maintain your new Immediately contact the dealer or builder that sold you refrigerator properly the refrigerator Keep it handy for answers to your questions 7 Save time and money Write down the model2. motor powered auger moves cubes forward Before Using Your Icemaker and Dispenser If you use your refrigerator before the water connection is made raise the ice access door and make sure the icemaker feeler arm is in the O up position When the water supply has been connected to the icemaker move the feeler arm to the down position Feeler arm in O up position stops icemaking Feeler arm in I down position begins icemaking AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER amp DISPENSER on some models Cubes dispense through the chute in the door when the dispenser pad is pressed When the Crushed pad is pressed on some models a baffle channels cubes through the crusher and crushed ice falls through a chute into the glass When the Water pad is selected on some models water flows through the 6 tubing in the door and is dispensed when the dispenser pad is pressed 7 A light switch on some models turns the night light in the dispenser on or off The light also comes on when the dispenser pad is pressed The light in the dispenser should be replaced with a 10 watt maximum bulb when it burns out If you cannot locate the correct bulb see your local dealer At first there will be a delay before water is dispensed and ice is made On models with a water dispenser if no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed there may be air in the water line system Pre
3. enabling you to make efficient shelf arrangements to fit your family s food storage needs To remove shelves Tilt the shelf up at front then lift 2 it up and out of the tracks on the Lift up Tilt up rear wall of the refrigerator and out To relocate shelves Select desired shelf height With shelf front raised slightly engage the top hooks in the tracks at the Engage rear of the cabinet Then lower top hook the front of the shelf until it locks into position Lower to lock into place Removable Wine Rack on some models The wine rack is designed to hold a bottle on its side and will fit on any shelf SHELVES Slide Out Spillproof Shelves on some models The slide out shelf allows you to reach items stored behind others The special edges are designed to help prevent spills from dripping to lower shelves Make sure you push them all the way back in before you close the door Bins on Fresh Food Compartment Door on some models Adjustable bins can easily be carried from the refrigerator to your work area To remove Lift bin straight up until mounting hooks disengage To replace or relocate Select desired shelf height engage bin s hook in slots on the tracks of the door and push in Bin will lock in place The divider on some models helps prevent tipping spilling or sliding of small items stored on the door shelf Place index finger and middle finger on
4. be discarded e Ice storage bin needs to be emptied or washed e Unsealed packages in refrigerator and or freezer compartments may be transmitting odor taste to ice cubes Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning See the Care and Cleaning section Poor tasting incoming water Install a water filter CUBES TOO SMALL on some models rj Water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to home water line may be clogged SLOW ICE CUBE FREEZING Door may have been left ajar gt on some models WATER DISPEN SER DOES NOT WORK on some models WATER IN FIRST GLASS IS WARM on some models e Turn temperature control to colder setting Water supply line turned off or not connected Supply line may be clogged with sediment If no water is dispensed when the refrigerator is first installed there may be air in the water system Press the dispenser pad for at least two minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill the water system gt Allow about 24 hours for water to cool to proper temperature after refrigerator is first installed If water dispenser has not b en used for extended period water in first glass will not be as cool as in succeeding glasses If the water system has been drained allow several hours for replenished supply to chill WATER HAS POOR TASTE ODOR on some models If the water dispenser has not been used for an extended perio
5. of milk on the top shelf in the fresh food compartment Check it a day later If the milk is too warm or too cold adjust the temperature controls Use the ice cream test for the freezer compartment Place a container of ice cream in the center of the freezer compartment Check it after a day If it s too hard or too soft adjust the temperature controls Always allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to reach the temperature you set Automatic Energy Saver System You won t find an energy saver switch on this refrigerator Warm liquid from the refrigerator s condenser is automatically circulated around the front edge of the freezer compartment to help keep moisture from forming on the outside of the refrigerator during humid weather No Defrosting It is not necessary to defrost the freezer or fresh food compartments Although your refrigerator is designed and equipped to defrost itself automatically some frost on packages is normal SuOTIN SU Ayayes yuey10dury IoyessLyay ano SuypesedgQ How It Works The automatic icemaker makes ice continually The dispenser dispenses water ice cubes or crushed ice through the freezer compartment door Here s how they work Water flows from the household supply through a 1 dual solenoid valve to the 2 water tubing and to the 3 automatic icemaker as needed Water is frozen in the 4 cube mold and ejected into the 5 storage bin where a
6. D OR Temperature control not set cold enough Refer to Temperature Control section FREEZER COMPARTMENT W e gt i TEMPERATURE TOO WARM arm weather frequent door openings Door left open for too long a time Package holding door open or blocking air duct in freezer compartment FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS Door may have been left ajar or package holding door open ON FROZEN FOOD Too frequent or too long door openings Frost within package is normal MOISTURE FORMS ON Not unusual during periods of high humidity To help prevent rust wipe surface dry CABINET SURFACE BETWEEN THE DOORS Too frequent or too long door openings In humid weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered Check for spoiled food MOISTURE COLLECTS INSIDE REFRIGERATOR HAS ODOR Interior needs cleaning Refer to Care and Cleaning section e Defrost water drainage system needs cleaning Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator replace every three months HOT AIR FROM BOTTOM Normal air flow cooling motor In the refrigerator process it is normal that heat OF REFRIGERATOR be expelled in the area under the refrigerator Some floor coverings will discolor at these normal and safe operating temperatures Your floor covering supplier should be consulted if you object to this discoloration DIVIDER BETWEEN Normal warmth is create
7. ILDREN SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO PLAY WITH THE APPLIANCE OR TAMPER WITH THE CONTROLS PREPARATION continued 1 4 6 mm Thick Backing rad 2 51 mm Clearance Handle Side 3 4 19 mm Appearance Panel 1 4 32 mm E j Clearance i Refrigerator Hinge Side INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS IMPORTANT Please read carefully Electrical Requirements The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet Please refer to the rating plate on the refrigerator for the correct voltage and frequency This is recommended for best performance and to prevent overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires How to Connect Electricity For personal safety this appliance must be properly earthed The power cord of this appliance is equipped with an earthing plug which mates with a standard grounding wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from appliance Have the wall outlet checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly earthed Insure proper earthing exists before using Earthing plug 12 Where an unearthed wall outlet is encountered it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly earthed wall outlet If the power supply cord becomes damaged it must be replaced by a qualified service agent in order to avoid a safety haza
8. OOR SHELF FRONTS Hook shelf fronts at locations where there are shelves in the door Make sure they are locked securely into place NOTE Shelf fronts must be used in the lowest ladder position on the refrigerator door 3 REFRESHMENT CENTER INSIDE COVER Depress pins on cover and insert into holes in sides of the Refreshment Center compartment NOT ALL FEATURES ARE ON ALL MODELS REFER TO THE CONTENTS LIST ON THE BOX a REFRESHMENT CENTER DOOR BIN Hook Refreshment Center bin with lip into uppermost slots in shelf tracks 5 QUICK SERVE DISHES UNDER SHELF Slide dishes in the dish rack T FREEZER BASKETS Place the rear edges of the basket on open section of supports Push in until the basket stops Tilt up and push all the way in Make sure the baskets are securely engaged in the supports 2 BEVERAGE RACK Slide lip of the rack along the edge of the shelf 15 f A QUESTIONS USE THIS PROBLEM SOLVER PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REFRIGERATOR DOES May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 30 minutes NO
9. T OPERATE i Temperature control in O position If interior light is not on refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outlet e If plug is secure and the refrigerator still fails to operate plug a lamp ora small appliance into the same outlet to determine if there i isa tripped circuit breaker or burned out fuse MOTOR OPERATES Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a larger Rear compartment cs FOR LONG PERIODS lt require more operating tim Normal when refrigerator is first delivered t to your home usually requires 24 hours to completely cool down Large amounts of food placed i in refrigerator to be cooled or frozen Hot weather frequent door openings uF Door left open i Temperature control is set too y cold Refer to Temperature Control section Grille and condenser need cleaning Refer to Care and Cleaning section MOTOR STARTS AND oi poe Temperature control starts ind stops motorh to maintain even Jemperatunes Gres STOPS FREQUENTLY VIBRATION OR RATTLING IE ETE vibrates more than Teyi it is not resting solidly on The floor The front leveling legs need adjusting or floor is weal or uneven Refer tos Rollers in Preparation section Fe If dishes vibrate on shelves try moving them Slight vibration i is normal NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS These sounds are normal and do not indicate a need for service The new high efficiency c
10. and serial numbers Before you request service You ll see them on a label on the wail beside the top drawer or at the Check the Problem Solver in the back of this guide It lists minor bottom inside the fresh food compartment door operating problems that you can correct yourself Please write these numbers here Products are continuously being improved i E E E E Model Number Therefore product features and specifications may change or vary slightly Serial Number Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your refrigerator IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this appliance this appliance lt e After your refrigerator is in operation do fety precautions 1 touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compa ue particularly when hands are damp or wet Sk _ may adhere to these extremely cold surfaces Do not place fingers or hands on the automati ice making mechanism while the refrigerator i plugged in This will prevent contact with te lt moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes Don t refreeze frozen foods which _ completely Food safety experts You may safely refreeze frozen foods that thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if t still cold below 40 F 4 C Thawed ground meats poultry or fish that ha any off odor or off color should not be refro
11. ase grille enable you to move the refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning These rollers should be set so that the refrigerator rests firmly on the floor Side by side refrigerators also have specially designed door hinges that lift both doors slightly when opened allowing the force of gravity to help close them securely When You Move Disconnect power cord from wall outlet remove all food and clean and dry the interior Secure all loose items such as grille shelves and storage pans by taping them securely in place to prevent damage Be sure refrigerator stays in upright position during actual moving and in van Refrigerator must be secured in van to prevent movement Protect outside of refrigerator with blanket Leveling To adjust rollers remove the base grille by grasping it at the bottom and pulling it out Turn front roller adjusting screws clockwise to raise the refrigerator counterclockwise to lower it Use an adjustable wrench 3 8 hex head bolt or pliers Turn the rear roller adjusting screws clockwise to raise the refrigerator counterclockwise to lower it Use a flat blade screwdriver NOTE When leveling you can improve door closure by raising the front as much as 5 8 15 mm more than the rear of the refrigerator To replace base grille align prongs on back of grille with clamps in cabinet and push forward until grille snaps into place Rear roller adjustment screw Slot where pr
12. asily be removed by tilting up slightly slide them and pulling past the stop location through both To remove the drawer guides on glass shelf above the right side the top drawer first remove the top drawer and any food on the shelf Then reach in push the rear of the glass up until it touches the bottom of the lower light shield Then push the shelf back approx 1 2 13 mm until it clears both the front corner retainers To replace the glass shelf reverse the steps Then press down on the top of the shelf to make sure the shelf sits firmly on top of both drawer guides Drawer Guides To remove the drawers when the fresh food compartment door cannot be dl opened fully remove the lower bins on the fresh food door To remove bins first remove the food in the bins Then grasping the bin at each end push in at the bottom as you lift and pull out at the top Once the bins are removed the drawers will come straight out Under Refrigerator For most efficient operation you need to keep the area under the refrigerator clean Turn the temperature control to Remove the base grille Sweep away or vacuum dust that is readily accessible on the condenser coils then turn the control back on For best results use a brush specially designed for this purpose available at most appliance parts stores This easy cleaning operation should be done at least once a year Clea
13. at the upper left hand corner When inserting the fresh food panel make sure the cut out is at the upper right hand corner 3 REPLACE THE DOOR HANDLE TRIM Reinstall the full length handle and top handle cap Loosely screw the handle onto the door Place the cap on the top of the handle and loosely screw down the cap Lift the handle up and tighten the top screw on the handle Then tighten the handle cap screw so that the cap and handle fit flush Tighten all the screws The fresh food panel is installed the same way continued next page 3 4 19 mm or Raised Panel A raised panel design screwed or glued to a 1 4 6 mm thick backing or a 3 4 19 mm routed board can be used The raised portion of the panel must be fabricated to permit clearances of at least 2 51 mm from the handle side for fingertip clearance and 1 4 32 mm from the hinge side to avoid striking adjacent cabinetry Weight limitations for custom panels Fresh Food 38 ib 17 kg max Freezer Door 20 Ib 9 kg max WARNING HOW TO AVOID ACCIDENTS TO CHILDREN WHEN DISCARDING AN OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER BE CERTAIN TO MAKE THE LOCK UNUSABLE IF POSSIBLE REMOVE THE DOORS AND DISCARD 00 SEPARATELY DO NOT ATTEMPT TO STAND ON TOP OF YOUR APPLIANCE IT IS NOT DESIGNED FOR SUCH USE AND YOU COULD INJURE YOURSELF OR DAMAGE THE APPLIANCE BY SUCH ABUSE CH
14. be cleaned the same way After cleaning door gaskets apply a thin layer _ of petroleum jelly to the door gaskets at the hinge side This helps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of shape If the Freezer baskets don t slide freely after cleaning lubricate them with petroleum jelly Do not use cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners To help prevent odors leave an open box of baking soda in the rear of the refrigerator on the top shelf Change the box every three months An open box of baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale freezer odors Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause them to break 8 Do not wash any plastic parts from your refrigerator in your automatic dishwasher 3 Ta Drain opening in the freezer compartment During yearly cleaning remove bottom freezer basket and flush a solution of baking soda one teaspoon 5 ml and two cups 500 ml of hot not boiling water through the drain line with the help of a meat baster This will help eliminate odor and reduce the likelihood of a clogged drain line If drain becomes clogged use a meat baster and baking soda and water solution to force the clog through the drain line Drawer and Cover Removal Drawers will stop before coming all the way When replacing out of the refrigerator to help prevent the drawers contents from spilling onto the floor Drawers make sure you can e
15. d dispense water in regular manner until all water in the system is replenished with fresh water Poor tasting incoming water Install a water filter Li WATER ON FLOOR OR ON BOTTOM OF FREEZER on some models e The drain at the bottom of the freezer may be clogged Remove any ice on the freezer bottom and clean the drain If you use a glass over 6 inches 15 cm tall you may be jamming the cubes in the funnel chute They cav fuse inside the chute and drop out later leaving water or ice on the floor 18 A
16. d by automatic energy saver system circulating warm COMPARTMENTS liquid around front edge of freezer compartment to help prevent condensation on FEELS WARM outside of refrigerator in hot humid weather DOOR NOT Door gasket on hinge side sticking or folding over To correct put a small amount CLOSING PROPERLY of petroleum jelly on the face of the gasket INTERIOR LIGHT No power at outlet DOES NOT WORK Light bulb needs replacing See the Care and Cleaning section continued next page IBAJOS WAQA 17 i PROBLEM SOLVER continued PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE AUTOMATIC Icemaker feeler arm in O up position ICEMAKER W lyt DOES NOT WORK ater supply turned off or not connected on some models CUBE DISPENSER DOES NOT WORK on some models ICE CUBES HAVE ODOR TASTE on some models Freezer compartment too warm Cubes too small water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to home water line may be clogged Piled up cubes in storage bin may cause icemaker to shut off prematurely With icemaker feeler arm in up position level cubes in bin by hand No ice cubes Remove storage bin If cubes are frozen to wire arm remove cubes No ice cubes Icemaker turned off or water supply turned off Irregular ice clumps in storage container Break up as many as you can with fingertip pressure and discard the remaining clumps Old cubes need to
17. d toward you to reach the bulb After replacing with same size bulb reinstall shelf and plug the refrigerator back in yuownreduro 1323314 O pue 3129 surues PREPARATION Clearances Allow the following clearances for ease of installation proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections Sides Top If built in allow 7 8 22 mm for hinge covers Back acide a A a AUDAR 1 2 13 mm If the refrigerator is against a wall on either side allow 3 4 19 mm for door clearance 1 8 3 mm 1 25 mm Refrigerator Location Do install it on a floor strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator When You go on Vacation For extended vacations or absences shut off the power to the refrigerator move the freezer control to the O position and clean the interior with a baking soda solution of one tablespoon 15 ml of baking soda to one quart 1L of water Wipe dry To prevent odors leave an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator Leave doors open Move icemaker feeler arm to up position which stops icemaking and be sure to shut off water supply to the refrigerator For shorter vacations remove perishable foods and leave controls at regular settings However if room temperature is expected to drop below 60 F 16 C follow the same instructions as for extended vacations Rollers Adjustable rollers behind the b
18. ed with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dishwashing detergent Dry and polish with a clean soft cloth Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel These may leave a residue that can erode the paint Do not use scouring pads powdered cleaners bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish Protect the paint finish The outside of the refrigerator has a high quality baked on paint finish With proper care it will stay new looking and rust free for years Apply kitchen appliance wax when the refrigerator is new and then at least twice a year The long door handles and trim on models with trim kit can be cleaned with a cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid dishwashing detergent and water Dry with a soft cloth Don t use wax on the door handles and trim av Cleaning Inside Inside the fresh food and freezer compartments should be cleaned at least once a year Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning If this is not practical wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches lights or controls Use warm water and baking soda solution about a tablespoon 15 ml of baking soda to a quart 1 L of water This both cleans and neutralizes odor Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry Other parts of the refrigerator including door gaskets meat and vegetable drawers ice storage bin and all plastic parts can
19. either side of the divider near the front and simply move it back and forth to fit your needs Divider To relocate the wine rack Pull wine rack straight out Then position its lip over either edge of the shelf you want to suspend it from and push it all the way in Josuadsigl P IJEU MEWY n S S amp J F a SdATaYS FREEZER COMPARTMENT Loading the Freezer Compartment Load so that at least 5 8 15 mm of space remains clear between stacks of packages and 5 8 15 mm to 1 25 mm of space between the top of any stack and any shelf or basket above it Packages may hang over the front of shelves but must remain 5 8 15 mm from doors Food to be frozen must not be placed in direct contact with food in storage If food is to be frozen every day it may be necessary to reduce the quantity to be frozen Food is most quickly frozen on the middle three shelves of the freezer compartment and most slowly in the freezer door shelves Do not store commercially quick frozen food longer than the time recommended by the food manufacturers The freezer door storage shelves marked with a two star label are only appropriate for the storage of previously frozen food Effervescent drinks should not be stored in the freezer compartment us Cleaning Outside The water and ice dispenser spill shelf should be wiped dry immediately to prevent spotting Water lef
20. h strong odors be stored wrapped foods such as e Broccoli Cabbage e Parsnips e Brussels sprouts e Cauliflower Turnips Green onions The high humidity setting also works well for the convenient storage of lunch meats and cheese hors d oeuvres spreads and snacks Convertible Drawer S amp S ED KED The Convertible drawer has its own cold air duct to allow a stream of cold air from the freezer compartment to flow around the drawer The variable temperature control regulates the air flow from the freezer compartment Set control lever down to the coldest setting to store fresh meats If lever is left in meat t Normal position for a long period of setting time some frost may form on the inside of the drawer 7 Set control lever up to convert A Coldest the drawer to normal refrigerator setting temperature and provide extra vegetable storage space Cold air duct is turned off Variable settings between these extremes can be selected Low Humidity l gos Setting the drawer for low humidity keeps the following foods fresh e Apples e Oranges e Squash summer e Apricots e Peaches Grapes Pears Strawberries Mushrooms Raspberries Tangerines e Nectarines Quick Space Shelf on some models This shelf splits in half and slides under itself for storage of tall items on the shelf below How to Rearrange Your Shelves The shelves in the fresh food compartment are adjustable
21. have a material thinner than 1 4 6 mm you will need to add a filler behind the panel for proper fit Pre cut white and black panels are available from your dealer Special cut 14 out required see below pa cm 184 47 6 om 2 S F 32y 82 2 cm E a 14 36 4 cm A cut out is required 206 65 10 165 6 cm ts 1 8 mm 15 16 T 78mm at these outer corners 5 16 8 mm long 1 8 3 mm deep Special cut out required 51 0 cm Be ey eaten Inserting the Door Panels 1 REMOVE THE DOOR HANDLE TRIM a Open the freezer door and remove the single screw from the top handle cap Do not try to remove the cap Loosen the screws across the top trim of the door approximately 1 4 6 mm This allows the top handle cap to slip out from under the top trim Remove the 5 screws from the full length handle Keep all screws Extra replacement screws for the door trim can be found in the storage drawers d Carefully remove the freezer door handle along with the top handle cap NOTE Be careful not to damage the bottom handle cap when removing the freezer door handle It is attached to the full length handle with a screw and does not need to be removed from the handle 2 INSERT THE PANELS Carefully push the door panels into the slots Make sure that the top freezer panel is put in with the cut out
22. low the symbol or coloured green or green and yellow 2 Connect the blue Neutral wire to the terminal in the plug marked N or coloured black 3 Connect the brown Live wire to the terminal marked L or coloured red ae ST Ni Brown Cord grip If the plug is the moutded on type the fuse cover must be refitted when changing the fuse In the event of losing the fuse cover the plug must not be used until a replacement fuse cover has been obtained and fitted A new fuse cover can be obtained from your nearest Service Centre or local Electricity Board The colour of the correct replacement fuse cover is that of the coloured marks or insert in the base of the plug In the event of replacing a fuse in the plug supplied with this refrigerator a 3A ASTA approved fuse to BS1362 must be fitted With an alternative plug a 15A fuse must be fitted either in the plug or adapter or the main fuse box uoneredaig woneyTe su NOT ALL FEATURES ARE ON ALL MODELS REFER TO THE CONTENTS LIST ON THE BOX 1 patrY cover Depress pins on the cover and insert into holes in the door 2 poor BIN SNUGGERS Roll the snugger on the door bin lip Slide to the desired location 14 3 ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS Hook bins into holes in the ladder support at desired locations CAUTION Do not place a door bin where door shelf fronts should be 4 D
23. n the condenser coils at least once a year Behind Refrigerator Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator away from the wall All types of floor coverings can be damaged particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces Pull the refrigerator straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in Moving the refrigerator in a side direction may result in damage to the floor covering or refrigerator When pushing the refrigerator back make sure you don t roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line on some models Light Bulb Replacement Fresh Food Compartment Upper Light 1 Unplug refrigerator 2 Remove the snap in light shield 3 Replace with same size bulb and reinstall the light shield If you cannot locate the correct bulb see your deales Fresh Food Compartment Lower Light on some models This light is located behind a shield at the rear of the fresh food compartment 1 Unplug the refrigerator 2 Grasp the top edge of the shield and lift it up and forward to free its top edge 3 After replacing with the same size bulb hook the top of the shield back in place If you cannot locate the correct bulb see your dealer 4 Plug the refrigerator back in Freezer Compartment with a Dispenser 1 Unplug the refrigerator 2 Remove the shelf just below the light shield The shelf will be easier to remove if it is emptied first 3 Pull the light shiel
24. ogether However if you don t use the ice very often ice clumps may form in the storage bin and can clog the dispenser If this happens Remove the storage bin from the freezer Break up ice clumps with your hands Throw away any clumps that you can t break up Replace the bin before the remaining cubes melt and fuse together continued next page sasuadsig 29 1ayeulad IQeuIOINY AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER amp DISPENSER continued To Remove Ice Storage Bin Lift the left corner to free the bin from the shelf Pull the bin straight out while supporting it at front and back If Ice is Not Used Often Old ice cubes will become cloudy and taste stale Empty ice storage bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water Be sure to allow storage bin to cool before replacing it otherwise ice cubes will stick to the metal auger To Replace Ice Storage Bin Slide the bin back until the tab on the bin locks into the slot in the shelf If the bin does not go all the way back remove it and turn the drive mechanism 1 4 turn Then push the bin back again until the tab on the bin locks into the slot in the shelf f Rotate N S Drive Mechanism Move the icemaker feeler arm to the O up position when Home water supply is to be turned off for several hours Ice storage bin is to be removed for a period of time Going away on vacation at which time you should al
25. ompressor runs faster and will have a higher pitch hum or pulsating sound while operating Sizzling sound in the freezer during the defrost cycle em caused by frost thawing and draining Defrost timer and refrigerator control clicks on and off The fan circulating air inside the freezer which keeps the temperatures throughout Water dropping on the defrost heater causing a sizzling hissing or popping sound during the defrost cycle The flow of refrigerant through the freezer cooling coil sounds like boiling water or a gurgling noise Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by expansion and contraction during defrost and refrigeration following defrost Water dripping as it melts from the evaporator and flows to the drain pan during the defrost cycle Icemaker on some models The icemaker water valve will buzz when the icemaker fills with water If the feeler arm is in the down position it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up io water Keeping the feeler arm in the down position before it is hooked up to water can damage the icemaker To prevent this raise the feeler arm to the O up position This will stop the buzzing The sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water running in pipes as icemaker refills Saige ae OE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE FOODS DRY OUT Foods not covered wrapped or sealed properly FRESH FOO
26. ong of grille snaps into place Front roller adjusting screw Water Supply to Icemaker on some models If your refrigerator has an icemaker or if you plan to add an icemaker later the icemaker will have to be connected to a cold drinking potable water line A water supply kit containing copper tubing shutoff valve fittings and instructions is available at extra cost from your dealer There should be sufficient tubing from the cold water supply to the icemaker inlet to allow moving the refrigerator out from the wall several feet approximately 8 feet 2 5 m of 1 4 copper tubing in three 10 25 cm diameter coils 10 Do not use kits with plastic tubing since there is water pressure in the supply line at all times Maximum permissible inlet water pressure 120 PS1 8 3 bars Minimum permissible inlet water pressure 20 PSI 1 4 bars Installation of icemaker must be made by a qualified service technician continued next page Adding Door Panels on models with trim kit These instructions describe how to insert decorator panels and what size the panels should be Panels should be cut to the following dimensions Top freezer panel 14 x 18 36 4 cm x 47 6 cm Bottom freezer panel 141 x 32 36 4 cm x 82 2 cm Fresh food panel 20 Ve x 65 51 0 cm x 165 6 cm Panels that are 1 4 6 mm thick will fit the door frame trim with no special preparation If you
27. rd If the plug does not fit your outlet a new plug can be fitted IMPORTANT In some countries the refitting of electric plugs and cables is only permitted when the work is completed by a qualified technician INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND ONLY Electrical Requirements We recommend that this appliance is connected to the mains supply via a suitable switched socket in a readily accessible position All appliances come complete with a fitted plug The plug on your Food Centre has a 13A fuse If the plug does not fit your sockets a new plug can be fitted Cut off the old plug and throw it away do not insert it into a socket elsewhere in the house as this could cause a shock WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED Mains Lead Replacement If the mains lead on this appliance needs replacing at any time it must be replaced by a special lead which is obtainable from your nearest Service centre A charge will be made for the replacement of the mains lead if you have damaged the lead IMPORTANT Fitting a Different Plug The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green and Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live If you fit your own plug the colours of these wires may not correspond with the identifying marks on the plug terminals This is what you have to do 1 Connect the green and yellow Earth wire to the terminal Green in the plug marked E with Yel
28. s This happens occasionally when a few cubes get channeled to the crusher Sometimes a mound of snow will form on the door in the ice chute This condition is normal and usually occurs when you have dispensed crushed ice repeatedly The snow will eventually evaporate Sometimes crushed ice will spray beyond the glass To avoid this hold the glass up close to the chute To Stop Dispensing Release pressure from the dispenser pad and wait a few seconds to catch the last bits of ice or drops of water There may be some dripping after dispensing crushed ice or water If there is a lot of dripping the spill should be wiped dry right away Press here to remove grille Do not pour water in the spill shelf s because it is not self draining pour it in the kitchen sink The shelf and its grille should be cleaned regularly according to Care and Cleaning instructions The grille is easily removed by pressing on the back right corner Grip the glass or other container near the rim and press the rim against the center of the dispenser pad When Dispensing Water The first glass of water dispensed may be warmer than the following ones This is normal Dispensed water is cool not iced For colder water simply add crushed ice or cubes before dispensing water If Ice Clumps Form in the Storage Bin The icemaker ejects cubes in groups of eight and it is normal for several cubes to be joined t
29. so turn off the valve in the water supply line to your refrigerator Moving the freezer control to O position STORAGE DRAWERS Fruit amp Vegetable Drawers The top 2 storage drawers at the bottom of the fresh food compartment are designed to provide high humidity levels required by most vegetables and lower humidity levels required for most fruits When replacing the drawers always push them all the way in Storage time will depend upon the type of food and its condition when placed in the drawers Excess water that may accumulate in the bottom of the drawers should be emptied and the drawers wiped dry Adjustable Humidity Drawers These drawers have individual adjustable humidity controls that let you regulate the amount of moisture retained in foods Slide the control all the way to the setting and the drawer provides high humidity recommended for most vegetables Slide the control all the way to the E setting to provide lower humidity levels recommended for most fruits High Humidity J Setting the drawer for high humidity keeps unwrapped foods fresh by retaining the natural moisture content of foods such as Artichokes Cherries e Plums Asparagus e Corn e Radishes Beets topped Currants e Rhubarb e Blueberries Greens leafy Spinach e Carrots Lettuce e Tomatoes ripe Celery e Parsley e Peas green As in any refrigerated storage area it is recommended that foods wit
30. ss the dispenser pad for at least two minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill the water system Push the dispenser pad until the water line is filled The ice cube mold will automatically fill with water AETER cooling to freezer temperatures The first cubes normally freeze after several hours NOTE With a newly installed refrigerator allow about 24 hours for the freezer compartment to get cold enough to make ice continued next page Once Your Icemaker and Dispenser are in Operation Throw away the first few batches of ice cubes 16 or 24 cubes This will flush away any impurities in the water line Do the same thing after vacations or extended periods when ice isn t used On models with a water dispenser pour the first six glassfuls of water in the kitchen sink The first water through the system picks up a slight plastic taste from the water tubing To make sure the bin fills with ice level the cubes occasionally When cubes fall into the bin they may pile up close to the icemaker and push the feeler arm to the O up position which stops icemaking before the bin gets full Keeping the cubes level allows the icemaker to fill the bin To Dispense Ice and Water Select wW water on some models ice cubes or crushed ice on some gt g models Dispenser pad When Dispensing Ice Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though you selected Cube
31. t on the shelf may leave deposits that you can remove by soaking in undiluted vinegar You can also use a paste of non precipitating water softener and water or one teaspoon 5 ml of citric acid powder per pint 500 ml of hot tap water Soak until the deposit disappears or becomes loose enough to rinse away Usually 30 minutes soaking time is adequate Avoid using wax on the spill shelf and trim The dispenser pad can be cleaned by using a warm water and baking soda solution about a tablespoon 15 ml of baking soda to a quart 1 L of water Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry The door handles with metal trim can be cleaned with a cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid dishwashing detergent and water Dry with a soft cloth Don t use wax on the door handles with metal trim The soft handles are easy to clean if they are waxed every few months Use a household wax to coat the handles Soil will then easily wash off with dish detergent and water or a non abrasive all purpose cleaner Freezer Baskets on some models Wire slide out freezer baskets can be pulled out for easy access to frozen foods WARNING Poor performance may occur if freezer baskets are not used Storage of items in the freezer without using baskets may result in poor temperature performance due to restrictions of air flow within the freezer compartment CARE AND CLEANING Keep the finish clean Wipe with a clean cloth lightly dampen
32. the fresh food and freezer compartments At first set both the fresh food control and the freezer control to 5 Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize whether you are setting the controls for the first time or adjusting them later Then if you want colder or warmer temperatures in either compartment adjust the controls one step at a time NOTE Moving the freezer control to the O position turns off cooling in both compartments fresh food and freezer but does not shut off power to the refrigerator y ains lead replacement o If the mains le d oi your refrigerator needs replacing e d 9 Refrigerator control L ic J 7 Freezer control Ambient Room Temperature Limits This refrigerator is designed to operate in ambient temperatures specified by its Temperature Class which is marked on the rating plate Temperature Class Extended Ambient Temperature Maximum Minimum Temperate 90 F 32 C 50 F 10 C Temperate 90 F 32 C 61 F 16 C Subtropical 100 F 38 C 64 F 18 C Tropical 109 F 43 C 64 F 18 C NOTE Internal temperature may be affected by such factors as the location of the refrigerator ambient temperature and frequency of door openings Adjust temperature controls as required to compensate for these factors How to Test Temperatures Use the milk test for the fresh food compartment Place a container
33. zen an should not be eaten Thawed ice cream should be ppliance only for its intended purpose as in this Use and Care Guide 0o 0 plac l _ cords that have become frayed or otherwise _ damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or appliance end h Ain SHOWED S ri ag ap ae AA eee discarded If the odor or color of any food is poor or When moving your appliance away from the wall be questionable get rid of it The food may be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord dangerous to eat Do not allow children to climb stand or hang on Ev b parti e a wy partial thawing and refreezing reduces the wes shelves in the 1 eirigeraier They could damage eating quality of foods particularly fruits vegetables e refrigerator and seriously injure themseives and prepared foods The eating quality of red meat is If your old refrigerator is still around the affected less than that of many other foods Use house but not in use be sure to remove the refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of doors This will reduce the possibility of their eating quality as you can danger to children Dut light bulb unplug off power at the circuit breaker OPERATING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Set the Temperature Controls appearance may vary Two controls let you regulate the temperature in
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