Frigidaire FFRU17G8QW Owner's Manual
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1. Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong Power cord with 3 prong grounded plug WARNING Electrical Information These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in the design of this appliance will operate properly e Refer to the serial plate for correct electrical rating The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock hazards It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle protected with a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker The receptacle must be installed in accordance with the local codes and ordinances Consult a qualified electri cian Receptacles protected by Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters GFCI are NOT RECOM MENDED Do NOT use an extension cord or adapter plug e If voltage varies by 10 or more appliance performance may be affected Operating the unit with insufficient power can damage the compressor Such damage is not covered under the warranty If you suspect your household voltage is high or low consult your power company for testing e To prevent the appliance from being turned off accidentally do not plug unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord e Do not pinch knot or bend power cord in any manner IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Other Precautions e Never unplug the unit by pul2. Use your unit only as instructed in this Use and Care Guide 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS fy WARNING Please read all instructions before using this unit Definitions Adtnis is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death fy DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury fy WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury caution CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury IMPORTANT IMPORTANT indicates installation operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard related fy WARNING For your safety e Do not store or use gasoline or other flam mable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this unit or any other appliance Read product labels for flammability and other warnings e Do not operate the unit in the presence of explosive fumes e Remove and discard any spacers used to secure the shelves during shipping Small objects are a choke hazard to children e Remove all staples from the carton Staples can cause severe cuts and also destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture
3. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING Child Safety e Destroy carton plastic bags and any exte rior wrapping material immediately after the unit is unpacked Children should never use these items for play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation e An empty discarded appliance is a very dangerous attraction to children e Remove the door s of any appliance that is not in use even if it is being discarded WARNING Proper Disposal of Your Appliance Risk of child entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old appliance please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents We strongly encourage responsible appliance recycling disposal methods Check with your utility company or visit www recyclemyoldfridge com for more information on recycling your old appliance Before you throw away your old appliance e Remove door e Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside e Have the refrigerant removed by a qualified technician fy WARNING Avoid fire hazard or electric shock Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug Do not remove any prong from power cord Grounding type wall receptacle
4. maintained in accordance with the provided instructions Exclusions This warranty does not cover the following 1 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed altered or cannot be readily determined 2 Product that has been transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or Canada Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit Products purchased as is are not covered by this warranty Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures Products used in a commercial setting Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship or for appliances not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions Service calls to correct the installation of your appliance or to instruct you how to use your appliance 9 Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it is shipped from the factory Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs air filters water filters other consumables or knobs handles or other cosmetic parts Surcharges including but not limited to any after hour weekend or holiday service calls tolls ferry trip charges or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas including the state of Alaska Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred dur
5. models The slide out basket located at the bottom of the unit provides separate storage space for items that are difficult to store on shelves To remove the basket pull out and lift up OPTIONAL FEATURES Adjustable Interior Shelves and Slide Out Basket ENERGY SAVING TIPS The appliance should be located in the coolest area of the room away from heat producing appliances or heating ducts and out of direct sunlight Level the unit so the door closes tightly Do not overcrowd the appliance or block cold air vents Doing so causes the unit to run longer and use more energy Shelves should not be lined with aluminum foil wax paper or paper toweling Liners interfere with cold air circulation making the appliance less efficient which could cause food spoilage Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the unit This cuts down on moisture build up inside the unit Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches Remove as many items as needed at one time and close door as soon as possible CARE AND CLEANING Automatic Freeze Control The Freeze Control Feature will maintain proper interior temperature even when the unit is placed in an area where the surrounding temperature drops down to 10 F 12 C Interior Light The light comes on automatically when the door is opened To replace the light bulb turn the temperature control to OFF and unplug the elect
6. FRIGIDAIRE Use amp Care TABLE OF CONTENTS Product Registration ssssesssasnnssnonnsnnensanesanns 2 Important Safety INStructiONS cccseseeeessessereees 2 First StepS ocres anmatee geeeeyeet emer ne tee ieee n nn eee cree 4 Setting the Temperature Control sccsscseee 6 Optional Features 6 www frigidaire com USA 1 800 944 9044 Energy Saving l Tps eae E E A ttle et etenntt 7 Care and Clea NiNg iiisisisssisninnnnena tote eee E 8 Before Yo a A a i a 9 Major Appliance Warranty cccecsseeseeeseeeeeeees 1 www frigidaire ca Canada 1 800 265 8352 pT0z jsnBny TOOE90TOV PRODUCT REGISTRATION Read and Save These Instructions This Owner s Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model Use your appliance only as instructed in this guide These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Record Your Model and Serial Numbers Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided below Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Model and Serial Number Plate Register Your Product The self addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD shown above should be filled in completely signed and returned to Electrolux Home Products This Use and Care Guide provides operating instructions for your model
7. ISE Louder sound levels when appliance is on Longer sound levels when compressor comes on Fan runs when room temperature is below 45 F Popping or cracking sound when compres sor comes on Bubbling or gurgling sound like water boiling Vibrating or rattling noise Snapping sound e Modern appliances have increased storage capacity and more stable temperatures They require a high efficiency compressor Appliance operates at higher pressures during the start of the ON cycle Exterior thermostat has activated the heater and fan Metal parts undergo expansion and contraction as in hot water pipes Refrigerant used to cool appliance is circulating throughout the system Appliance is not level It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Appliance is touching the wall e This is normal When the surrounding noise is low you might hear the compressor running while it cools the interior This is normal Sound will level off or disappear as appliance continues to run This is normal This is normal Sound will level off or disappear as appliance continues to run This is normal Level the unit Refer to Leveling in the First Steps Section Re level the appliance or move appliance Slightly Refer to Leveling in the First Steps Section e Cold Control turning the e This is normal appliance on and off WATER MOISTURE FROST INSIDE APPLIANCE Moistu
8. hinge cover Remove screws from top hinge Remove top hinge from cabinet wo ONDA VI Remove door and bottom hinge from cabinet 10 To replace door reverse the above order and securely tighten all screws to prevent hinge slippage SETTING THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL Cool Down Period For safe food storage allow 4 hours for the unit to cool down completely The appliance will run continuously for the first several hours Temperature Control The temperature control is located inside the unit The temperature is factory preset to provide satisfactory food storage temperatures However the temperature control is adjustable to provide a range of temperatures for your personal satisfaction If a colder temperature is desired turn the temperature control knob toward COLDEST and allow several hours for temperatures to stabalize between adjustments OPTIONAL FEATURES amp NOTE Your appliance may have some or all of the features listed below Become familiar with these features and their use and care Tilt Out Shelf This shelf is located inside on the door and provides additional storage space To access an item tilt top of basket shelf down Adjustable Interior Shelves Multi position adjustable interior shelves can be moved to any position for larger or smaller packages The shipping spacers that stabilize the shelves for shipping should be removed and discarded Slide Out Basket some
9. ing installation including but not limited to floors cabinets walls etc Damages caused by services performed by unauthorized service companies use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply accidents fires or acts of God DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE If You Need Keep your receipt delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period Service should service be required If service is perfor
10. ling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle e To avoid electrical shock unplug the appli ance before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb e Do not operate the unit in the presence of explosive fumes amp NOTE Turning the temperature control to OFF turns off the compressor but does not disconnect power to the light bulb or other electrical components FIRST STEPS This Use amp Care Guide provides general operating instructions for your model Use the unit only as instructed in this Use amp Care Guide Before starting the unit follow these important first steps Location Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet For the most efficient operation the appliance should be located where surrounding temperatures will not exceed 110 F 43 C The Freeze Control Feature is designed to automatically maintain the selected interior temperature within these boundaries Allow space around the unit for good air circulation Leave a 3 inch 75 mm space on all sides of the unit for adequate circulation FIRST STEPS 3 75 mm Air Space amp NOTE The exterior walls of the unit may become quite warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from the inside Temperatures as much as 30 F warmer than room temperature can be expec
11. med it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada In the USA your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America a division of Electrolux Home Products Inc In Canada your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice USA Canada 1 800 944 9044 1 800 265 8352 fens David Taylor Drive 2 Electrolux B ae Charlotte NC 28262 Mississauga Ontario Canada L5V 3E4 1i
12. nket or similar item BEFORE YOU CALL 1 800 944 9044 United States Visit our web site at 1 800 265 8352 Canada www frigidaire com Before calling for service review this list It may save you time and expense This list includes com mon occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION APPLIANCE OPERATION Appliance Appliance is plugged into a Use another circuit If you are unsure does not run circuit that has a ground about the outlet have it checked by a fault interrupt certified technician Temperature Control is in the See Setting the Temperature OFF position Control section Appliance may not be Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet plugged in or plug is loose House fuse blown or tripped Check replace fuse with a 15 amp time delay circuit breaker fuse Reset circuit breaker Power outage Check house lights Call local electric company Appliance Room or outside weather It s normal for the appliance to work longer runs too much _ is hot under these conditions GF too long Appliance has recently been It takes 4 hours for the appliance to cool disconnected for a period down completely of time Large amounts of warm Warm food will cause appliance to run more or hot food have been until the desired temperature is reached stored recently Door is opened too frequently e Warm air entering the appliance causes it to or too l
13. ong run more Open door less often Door may be slightly open See DOOR PROBLEMS Temperature control is set Turn control Knob to a warmer setting Allow too low several hours for the temperature to stabilize Gasket is dirty worn cracked Clean or change gasket Leaks in door seal or poorly fitted will cause appliance to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures APPLIANCE TEMPERATURES Interior tem e Temperature control is set e Set control to a warmer setting Allow several perature is too low hours for temperature to stabilize too cold Temperature e Temperature control is set e Turn control to a colder setting Allow several inside is too warm hours for temperature to stabilize reo warm Door is opened too frequently e Warm air enters the appliance every time the or too long door is opened Open door less often Door may not be seating properly See DOOR PROBLEMS Large amounts of warm Wait until the appliance has had a chance to or hot food has been reach its selected temperature stored recently Appliance has recently been Appliance requires 4 hours to cool disconnected for a period down completely of time External tem e The external walls can be as e This is normal while the compressor perature is much as 30 F warmer than works to transfer heat from inside the too warm room temperature cabinet BEFORE YOU CALL PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION __ _ SOUND AND NO
14. re f forms on in side walls WATER MOISTURE FROST OUTSIDE APPLIANCE e See DOOR PROBLEMS e Weather is hot and humid e Door may not be seating properly e Door is opened too often or too long Moisture forms e Door may not be seating on outside properly causing cold air from inside appliance to meet warm moist air from outside ODOR IN APPLIANCE e This is normal e See DOOR PROBLEMS e Open door less often e Clean interior with sponge warm water and baking soda e Cover the food tightly Odor in appli e Interior needs to be cleaned ance e Foods with strong odors are in the appliance DOOR PROBLEMS Door will Appian is not level It not close rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly LIGHT BULB IS NOT ON Light bulb is e Light bulb may be burned out not on e This condition can force the cabinet out of square and misalign the door Refer to Leveling in the First Steps Section e Follow directions under Interior Light in the Optional Features Section e No electric current is reaching See APPLIANCE OPERATION the unit MAJOR APPLIANCE WARRANTY Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty For one year from your original date of purchase Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed used and
15. rical cord Replace the old buib with a bulb of the same wattage Cleaning the Inside Wash inside surfaces of the unit with a solution of 2 tbsp 25 g of baking soda in 1 qt 1 1 warm water Rinse and dry Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the area of the controls or any electrical parts Wash the removable parts with the baking soda solution mentioned above or mild detergent and warm water Rinse and dry Never use metallic scouring pads brushes abrasive cleaners or alkaline solutions on any surface Do not wash removable parts in a dishwasher Cleaning the Outside Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth WARNING If leaving door open while on vacation make certain that children cannot get into the appliance and become entrapped Vacation and Moving Tips Vacations If the unit will not be used for several months remove all food and unplug the power cord Clean and dry the interior thoroughly Leave the door open slightly blocking it open if necessary to prevent odor and mold growth Moving Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet Remove food and clean the appliance Secure all loose items such as base panel baskets and shelves by taping them securely in place to prevent damage In the moving vehicle secure the unit in an upright position and secure to prevent movement Also protect outside of unit with a bla
16. ted For this reason it is particularly important in hotter climates to allow enough space for air circulation around your appliance Leveling The appliance must have all bottom corners resting firmly on a solid floor The floor must be strong enough to support a fully loaded unit amp NOTE It is very important for your appliance to be level in order to function properly If the unit is not leveled during installation the door may be misaligned and not close or seal properly causing cooling frost or moisture problems To Level Your Appliance After discarding crating screws use a carpenter s level to level the unit from front to back Adjust the plastic leveling feet in front 2 bubble higher so that the door closes easily when left halfway open Cleaning Wash any removable parts of the appliance interior and exterior with mild detergent and warm water Wipe dry DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS ON THESE SURFACES FIRST STEPS Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels Any glue left from the tape can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent or the residue can be touched with the sticky side of tape already removed DO NOT REMOVE THE SERIAL PLATE fy caution To allow door to close and seal properly DO NOT let food packages extend past the front of shelves 3 Slide the shelf grommet into the grommet already in the unit
17. wall until it is flush ee f A i eg a pi a eee Se lt x A 4 A SS we Ss x A a eA S lt A S A fe SS ea A A 5 4 ZS 2 ge 2 ge D A gt Ss a Ta WS A L gt AK le Me Ce es es 2 al Ae sx Ae 7 4 al E 57 A To install the handle clips to the basket XL a eg j 1 Place the basket on a firm flat surface 2 With the narrow side of the handle clip on the inside of the basket snap the handle To install the shelf grommet to the shelf clip to the recessed area in the basket 1 With the wire shelf installed press the shelf grommet down onto the wire that is anchored into the appliance wall Be sure to keep the larger end of the shelf grommet away from the wall o0 oo009 90 coo gognoadae 2 Push the shelf grommet onto the wire until it snaps in place FIRST STEPS 3 Once the inside surface snaps in place continue the process by rolling the handle clip slightly outward and pressing down firmly to snap onto the outside surface If installed incorrectly the handle clip will not lay flat Door Removal If door must be removed unplug the unit 1 Gently lay appliance on its back on a rug or blanket Remove 2 base screws and base panel Remove wire from clips on bottom of cabinet if required 4 Unplug connector if required by holding the cabinet connector in place and pulling door connector out Remove bottom hinge screws Remove plastic top
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