Crosley 241559900 Refrigerator User Manual
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1. Normal Operating Sounds amp Sights A Evaporator B C D The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound Evaporator Fan You may hear air being forced through the refrigerator by the evaporator fan Defrost Heater During defrost cycles water dripping onto the defrost heater may cause a hissing or sizzling sound After defrosting a popping sound may occur IMPORTANT During the automatic defrost cycle you may notice a red glow in the vents on the back wall of your freezer compartment This is normal during the defrost cycle Automatic Ice Maker If your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic ice maker you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin Cold Control amp Defrost Timer or Automatic Defrost Control These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the refrigerator on and off The timer also produces sounds similar to an electric clock Condenser Fan lf condenser coils are located underneath your refrigerator as shown in the drawing at the left you have a condenser fan You may hear air being forced through the condenser by the condenser fan Compressor Modern high efficiency compressors operate much faster than older models The compressor may have a high pitched hum or pulsating sound Water Valve If your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic i2. Allow 24 hrs for l S adjustments To maintain temperatures a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments For good circulation do not block cold air vents with food items G Colder g Refrigerator Control some models IMPORTANT Turning the refrigerator temp erature control to 0 turns off the com pressor but does not disconnect the power to the light bulb and other electrical components To turn off power to your refrigerator you must unplug the power cord from the wall outlet Allow 24 hrs for Fresh adjustments Freezer ie TOA od T n Refrigerator amp Freezer Control some models TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT GUIDE If Refrigerator compartment Is Too Warm Turn Refrigerator Control Slightly Towards Colder If Refrigerator compartment Is Too Cold Turn Refrigerator Control Slightly Towards Cold If Freezer compartment Is Too Warm Turn Freezer Control Slightly Towards Colder If Freezer compartment Is Too Cold Turn Freezer Control Slightly Towards Cold To Turn Refrigerator Off Turn Refrigerator Control To O 11 K C3 l 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 SHELF ADJUSTMENT Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs Before
3. adjusting the shelves remove all food To adjust sliding shelves Remove shelf by pulling forward to stop position 2 Lift front edge up and pull out Replace the shelf on any pair of rails by reversing this procedure To adjust cantilever shelves NOTE Cantilever shelves are supported at the back of the refrigerator Cantilever shelves are available in either glass or wire D Lift front edge up Pull shelf out Replace the shelf by inserting the hooks at rear of the shelf into the wall bracket Lower the shelf into the desired slots and lock into position Sealed glass shelves some models catch and hold accidental spills In some models the sealed glass shelves slide out for easy access to food and for fast cleaning The shelves slide out independently of the cantilever brackets Just pull the front of the shelf forward The shelf can be extended as far as the stopper will allow but it is not removable from the cantilever bracket Full Width Cantilever Glass Shelf 12 Looking Inside Sliding Glass Shelf Cantilever Glass Shelf Fixed and Sliding 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
4. containers Some racks are adjustable for maximum storage capacity The dairy compartment which is warmer than the general food storage section is intended for short term storage of cheese spreads or butter Door Rack ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS Some models have adjustable door bins that can be moved to suit individual needs To move door bins 1 Lift bin straight up Remove bin Place bin in desired position Lower bin onto supports until locked in place L L Adjustable Door Bin S 3 4 13 Looking Inside continued TALL BOTTLE RETAINER SOME MODELS 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 The Tall Bottle Retainer works best with a Bin Snugger Tall Bottle Retainer left and Bin Snugger right SPECIAL ITEM RACK SOME MODELS The innovative design of the Special Item Rack allows you to store a six pack of 12 ounce drink cans a bottle of wine a two liter soft drink bottle or a carton of eggs The Special Item Rack mounts on the left side of your refrigerator To install just slide the Special Item Rack onto any shelf as shown in the drawing Special Item Rack T Looking Inside continued p CRISPERS SOME MODELS DELI DRAWER SOME MODELS The crispers located under the botto
5. the softener is maintained and working properly IMPORTANT Ensure that your water supply line connections comply with all local plumbing codes Before Installing The Water Supply Line You Will Need e Basic Tools adjustable wrench flat blade screwdriver and Phillips screwdriver e Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 120 psi e Awater supply line made of inch 6 4 mm OD copper tubing To determine the length of copper tubing needed you will need to measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water pipe Then add approximately 7 feet 2 1 meters so the refrigerator can be moved out for cleaning as shown e A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system DO NOT use a Self piercing type shutoff valve e A compression nut and ferrule sleeve for connecting the water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve NOTE Water line kit number 530391 7950 available from your appliance dealer at additional cost contains 25 feet 7 6 meters of 14 inch OD copper tubing a saddle type shutoff valve nonpiercing 2 14 inch brass compression nuts 2 ferrules sleeves and instructions for installing a water supply line To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve 1 Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source Plastic Water Steel 2 Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket Turn ON wat
6. turn water supply valve to closed position Clean interior thoroughly Leave both doors open to prevent odors and mold build up Block doors open if necessary Remove all food and ice If using handcart load from side Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface 19 Warranty Information REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY Your refrigerator is protected by this warranty WARRANTY THROUGH OUR AUTHORIZED SERVICERS l PERIOD WE WILL THE CONSUMER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR FULL ONE YEAR One year from original Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this Costs of service calls that are listed under NORMAL WARRANTY purchase date appliance which prove to be defective in materials or RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER workmanship Excludes original and replacement Ice amp Water filter cartridges if equipped Original and replacement cartridges are warranted for 30 days parts only LIMITED 2 5 Second through fifth Repair or replace any parts in the cabinet liner or Costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance required because YEAR WARRANTY years from original Sealed Refrigeration System compressor condenser of service Costs for labor parts and transportation other than Cabinet Liner and purchase date evaporator drier and tubing which prove to be with respect to the cabinet liner or Sealed Refrigeration System Sealed Syste
7. CROSLEY Use e Care Manual lop Mount Refrigerator Espanol 23 Frangais 44 Welcome 2 Safety Instructions 3 Installation includes Connecting TEDE Optional Ice Maker To Water Supply _i 4 5 Door Removal amp Reversal 6 9 L 75 Features ata Glance 10 ERS WN Temperature Controls Tae Looking Inside Ice Service 15 Food Storage amp Energy Saving Tips 16 ln uel Normal Operating Sounds 17 Warranty 20 READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P N 241559900 0312 Wey Welcome amp Congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator We here at Crosley Corporation are very proud of our product and we are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible Your satisfaction is our 1 priority Please read this Use amp Care Manual very carefully It contains valuable information on how to properly maintain your new refrigerator We know you ll enjoy your new refrigerator and Thank You for choosing our product We hope you consider us for future purchases PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This Use amp Care Manual provides specific operating instructions for your model Use your refrigerator only as instructed in this manual These instructions ar
8. J B Control Dairy D airy Door Deli Drawer Cover l eas Tall Bottle 1 I I Retainer Deli Drawer f Ta Half Shelf 4 Snugger Wine Rack Full Shelf S E Fixed Door Bin Crisper Cover Crisper a Drawers S J Door Rack 4 Toe Grille Features may vary according to model 10 Temperature Controls COOL DOWN PERIOD To 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 REFRIGERATOR amp FREEZER CONTROLS NOTE When changing control settings wait 24 hours before making additional adjustments TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT NOTE When first turning refrigerator on move refrigerator and freezer controls to W which is the recommended bec initial setting After 24 hours adjust the controls as needed rT e Adjusttemperature gradually move the knob in small Y 9 increments allowing the temperature to stabilize e For colder temperatures turn the knob towards Colder s Forwarmer temperatures turn the knob towards Cold Turning the refrigerator control will change temperatures in both compartments For example if the refrigerator control is turned Freezer Control some models to acolder setting the freezer control may have to be adjusted to a warmer setting Turning the freezer control will change only the freezer temperature
9. Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting Allow 24 hours for Freezer temperature is temperature to stabilize Then check freezer temperatures and adjust satisfactory as needed f e The cabinet is not level Refrigerator is noisy or vibrates e Floor is weak Odors imtetiaerator e Interior needs to be cleaned g l e Foods that produce odors should be covered or wrapped Replace light bulb Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet Light switch may be stuck Push in light switch located on the refrigerator control box to release Cabinet light not working Ensure the Wire Signal Arm is not in UP position Ice maker should produce 4 to 5 pounds of ice in a 24 hour period J C C H N Automatic ice maker not working e Water supply is turned off L L some models i Water pressure is too low The freezer is not cold enough See Normal Operating Sounds and Sights section on page 17 21
10. XCLUSIONS This warranty does not cover the following 1 CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY NOTE Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you 2 Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material or for appliances not in ordinary household use The consumer shall pay for such service calls 3 Damages caused by services performed by servicers other than Crosley Corporation Crosley Canada Corp or its authorized servicers use of parts other than genuine Crosley Corporation parts obtained from persons other than such servicers or external causes such as abuse misuse inadequate power supply or acts of God 4 Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined IF YOU NEED Keep your bill of sale delivery slip or some other appropriate payment record The date on the bill establishes the SERVICE warranty period should service be required If service is performed it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts This written warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights that vary from state to state Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Crosley Corporation or Crosley Canada Corp This w
11. arranty only applies in the 50 States of the U S A in Puerto Rico and in Canada Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice All warranties are made by Crosley Corporation In Canada your appliance is warranted by Crosley Canada Corp 01 U RE 02 Rev 01 2002 FOR WARRANTY INFORMATION CONTACT FOR PRODUCT INFORMATION CONTACT USA 800 944 9044 336 761 1212 Canada 866 213 9397 Crosley Corporation PO Box 2111 Winston Salem NC 27102 www crosley com 20 ATTENTION To Properly Install Your Refrigerator See Installation Section On Pages 4 5 OR To Reverse The Doors See Door Removal amp Reversal Section On Pages 6 9 N Before You Call Before calling for service review this list It may save you time and Common naded expense This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of Occurrences defective workmanship or materials in this appliance Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet Check replace fuse with a 15 amp time delay fuse Reset circuit Refrigerator does not run breaker The temperature control is turned to O Refrigerator may be in defrost cycle Wait 20 minutes and check again Freezer temperature too cold Set freezer control to a warmer setting until freezer temperature is Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize satisfactory Refrigerator temperature too cold e
12. ated on top of compressor at bottom Pan rear of refrigerator see illustration on next page Wipe water pan with damp cloth NOTE The defrost water pan is NOT removable 18 STATIC CONDENSER SOME MODELS Care amp Cleaning continued Avoid cuts when replacing light bulbs lf your refrigerator is equipped with a rear mounted wear gloves condenser there s no need to clean the condenser under normal operating conditions If the refrigerator is operated REPLACING THE FREEZER LIGHT BULB under particularly dusty or greasy conditions or if there is SOME MODELS significant pet traffic in your home it may be necessary to periodically clean the condenser for maximum efficiency Defrost Defrost Water Pan some models Short Vacations Long Vacations Water Pan Unplug refrigerator 2 Wear gloves as protection against possible broken glass 3 Unsnap light shield as shown 4 Unscrew and replace old bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage 5 Replace light shield 6 Remember to plug the refrigerator back in Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of 3 weeks or less Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket even if you will only be gone for a few days Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more Turn controls to O the OFF position and disconnect power Turn off automatic ice maker and
13. ce maker you will hear a buzzing sound as the water valve opens to fill the ice maker during each cycle Drain Pan Nonremovable J You may hear water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle The drain pan will be located on top of the compressor for air cooled condensers black coils on back of refrigerator Condenser Coils Fan cooled models only Care amp 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 AA CAUTION When moving the refrigerator pull straight out Do not shift the refrigerator from side to side as this may tear or gouge the floor covering If the refrigerator has an automatic ice maker be careful not to move the refrigerator beyond the plumbing connections Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces Do not touch refrigerated surfaces with wet or damp hands To avoid damage and help the refrigerator run as efficiently as possible clean the condenser periodically NOTES Turning the refrigerator temperature control to 0 turns off the compressor but does not disconnect electrical power to the light bulb or other electrical components To turn
14. ce 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 An adhesive trim lock is positioned about halfway down The bottom of the trim is held in place by either an adhesive trim lock or a trim lock with two prongs inserted into a hole on the face of the door TO REMOVE TRIM 1 Remove trim by gently pulling trim lock areas out and away from door 2 When trim is free from door slide the trim straight down and away from base of handle NOTE For models with short handle trim remove by sliding trim straight down and off of handle bracket TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR HANDLE Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off Figure 1 Style Handles 1 Remove two screws attaching handle to top of refrigerator door 2 Remove screw attaching bottom of handle to door 3 Remove two hole plugs and hinge pin plug on top of door and install on opposite side Use Phillips head screwdriver to remove plastic screw plug from front of door and install on opposite side Figure 2 Style Handles 1 Remove two screws attaching handle to top of refrigerator door 2 Swing top of handle away from door and slide handle down and off of dovetail button 3 Remove screw and dovetail button and install on other side moving hole plugs from corresponding holes to opposite side TO ATTACH REFRIGERATOR HANDLE Figure 1 St
15. e 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 Please record your model and serial numbers below for future reference This information is found on your serial plate located inside the refrigerator compartment NOTE Use only soap and water to clean serial plate Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date XL Serial Plate n Please complete and mail in the Product Registration Card included with your refrigerator FOR PRODUCT INFORMATION CONTACT 336 761 1212 Crosley Corporation PO Box 2111 Winston Salem NC 27102 www crosley com Please attach sales receipt here for future reference A Please Read All Instructions Before Using This Refrigerator FOR YOUR SAFETY e Donotstore 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 s Donot operate the refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes e Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice maker 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 CHILD SAFETY Destroy or recycle the carton plastic bags and any exterior wrapping material immediat
16. ely after the refrigerator is unpacked Children should NEVER use these items to play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation A WARNING Will Operate Properly ELECTRICAL INFORMATION e The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115 Volt 60 Hz AC only electric outlet 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 The receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances Consult a qualified electrician Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug e Ifthe power cord is damaged it should be replaced by the manufacturer service technician or a qualified person to prevent any risk e Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord e Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock e Performance may be affected if the voltage varies by 10 or more Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the compressor Such damage is not covered under your warranty e Do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent the refrigerator f
17. er supply P al Clamp and flush supply line until water is clear Turn OFF water supply at shut Brass Compression off valve Nut 3 Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap AA 4 Slide brass compression nut then ferrule sleeve onto water supply line gt Sleeve as shown l E 5 Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go 14 inch OND water line Slide ferrule sleeve into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut eee onto valve Tighten another half turn with a wrench DO NOT over tighten 6 With steel clamp and screw secure water supply line to rear panel of jj Bracket 4 Valve Inlet refrigerator as shown Za Water Valve 7 Coil excess water supply line about 2 turns behind refrigerator as shown f and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface L 8 Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that Copper water line leak from household water supply 9 Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source Include enough tubing in loop to allow 10 To turn ice maker on lower wire signal arm see ice maker front cover for ON INNS Tee ato UL OR Se anIg OFF position of arm IMPORTANT It takes approximately 24 hours for the ice maker to begin producing ice Air in new plumbing lines may cause ice maker to cycle two or three times before making a full tray of ice New plumbing may cause ice to be discolored or have poo
18. first 24 hours of operation Automatic ice makers are also optional accessories that may be installed in most models at any time Call your local dealer for information TURNING YOUR ICE MAKER ON After the plumbing connections have been completed the water supply valve must be opened Place the ice container under the ice maker pushing it as far back as possible Lower the wire signal arm to its down or ON position New plumbing connections may cause the first production of ice cubes to be discolored or have an odd flavor These first cubes should be discarded until the cubes produced are free of discoloration and taste TURNING YOUR ICE MAKER OFF To stop the ice maker lift the wire signal arm until it clicks and locks in the up or OFF position The ice maker also turns off automatically when the ice container is full If your model has an adjustable freezer shelf place the shelf in the lower position so that the wire signal arm will hit the ice when the container is full LH See Ice Maker IMPORTANT Your ice maker is shipped with the wire signal arm in the ON position To ensure proper function of your ice maker hook up water supply immediately or turn ice maker OFF by lifting the wire signal arm until it clicks and locks in the UP position YAT Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the ice maker If the ice maker is connected to soft water ensure that the softener is maintained and wor
19. king properly ICE MAKER TIPS e 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 e Occasionally shake the ice container to keep ice separated e Keep the wire signal arm in its up or OFF position until the refrigerator is connected to the water supply or whenever the water supply is turned off e The following sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating e Motor running e Ice loosening from tray e Ice dropping into ice container e Running water e Water valve opening or closing NOTE For more information on these operations see Normal Operating Sounds and Sights section on page 17 Nel Do Not place the ice container in your dishwasher e Wash the ice container in warm water with mild detergent Rinse well and dry e Stop the ice maker when cleaning the freezer and during vacations e If the ice maker will be turned off for a long period of time turn the water supply valve to the closed position 15 Food Storage amp Energy Saving Ideas FOOD STORAGE IDEAS Fresh Food Storage e The fresh food compartment should be kept between 34 F and 40 F with an optimum temperature of 37 F e Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves This reduces the circulation of air around the food and results in uneven cooling Fruits and Vegetables e Storage in the crisper dra
20. lean stainless steel front and handles with non abrasive soapy water and a Handles e Ammonia dishcloth Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth Wipe stubborn spots with an e Stainless Steel Cleaners ammonia soaked paper towel and rinse Use a non abrasive stainless steel Stainless Steel cleaner These cleaners can be purchased at most home improvement or Models Only major department stores Always follow manufacturer s instructions NOTE Always clean wipe and dry with the grain to prevent cross grain scratching Wash the rest of the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth e Condenser Cleaning No need to clean unless operating refrigerator under particularly dusty or Brush is available from greasy conditions or if there is significant pet traffic in your home If cleaning your dealer is necessary remove toe grille and use extended vacuum attachment and e Vacuum Cleaner condenser cleaning brush to remove dust build up from condenser coils see item J in illustration on page 17 for location e Soap and water e Baking soda and water Condenser Coils Fan cooled models only Condenser Coils Use the dusting tool attachment on your vacuum to remove dust build up on Air cooled e Vacuum Cleaner the condenser coils black tubes and wires attached to the back of air cooled models only refrigerators only Defrost Water e Soap and water Some models have defrost water pan loc
21. lectrical power cord and turn refrigerator temperature control to center position Adjust setting as necessary 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 Nameplate Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off 1 Remove two screws attaching handle to bottom of freezer door 2 Remove short trim piece by sliding trim straight up and off of handle bracket 3 Remove screw attaching top of handle to door 4 Magnetic Nameplate Models Gently pry magnetic nameplate frame from door Remove nameplate from its frame turn frame upside down and install in old handle holes Insert magnetic nameplate into frame Self Adhesive Nameplate Models Genily peel off nameplate from door and reapply over old handle holes TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE 1 Reinstall handle on opposite side using same hole as nameplate Self Adhesive 2 Attach handle to bottom of door SS Nameplate 3 Slide trim piece straight down onto handle bracket SC some mode s TO REMOVE FREEZER HANDLE Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off Magnetic Nameplate Self Adhesive Nameplate some models 1 Remove two screws attaching handle to bottom of freezer door 2 Swing bottom of handle away from the door and slide handle straight u
22. m defective in materials or workmanship In addition to warranty shown above ask your dealer about Crosley Extended Limited Warranty that comes to you at no extra charge for the 6 through 10 years In the U S A your appliance is warranted by Crosley Corporation We authorize no person to change or add to any of our obligations under this warranty Our obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by an authorized Crosley Corporation servicer In Canada your appliance is warranted by Crosley Canada Corp NORMAL This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use and the consumer is responsible for the RESPONSIBILITIES items listed below OF THE CONSUMER 1 Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product 2 Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in accordance with all local plumbing electrical and or gas codes 3 Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage replacement of blown fuses repair of loose connections or defects in house wiring 4 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 was shipped from the factory 5 Damages to finish after installation 6 Replacement of light bulbs and or fluorescent tubes on models with these features E
23. m refrigerator shelf Some models are equipped with a Deli Drawer for storage of are designed for storing fruits vegetables and other fresh luncheon meats spreads cheeses and other deli items 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 lt M A WINE RACK SOME MODELS The Wine Rack stores bottles of wine or single two liter Deli Drawer PELNA plastic bottles of juice or soda pop To install slide the Wine Rack onto the shelf with the curve facing in To remove HUMIDITY CONTROL SOME MODELS slide the Wine Rack out Install on either side of shelf The Humidity Control present on some models with crisper drawers allows you to adjust the humidity within the crisper This can extend the life of fresh vegetables that keep best in high humidity NOTE Leafy vegetables keep best when stored with the Humidity Control set on High Humidity or in a drawer without a Humidity Control This keeps incoming air to a minimum and maintains maximum moisture content Low SS T Humidity Wine Rack High Humidity Crisper Humidity Control 14 Z Ice Service NN ay 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
24. off power to your refrigerator you must unplug the power cord from the wall outlet Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels Any glue left from tape or labels can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent or touch the glue residue with the sticky side of tape you have already removed Do not remove the serial plate Care amp Cleaning Chart O Pato o What To Use Tips and Precautions Interior Door Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water Be sure to wring Liner excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls light bulb or any electrical part Door Gaskets e Soap and water Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth e Soap and water Do not wash any removable items bins drawers etc in dishwasher Glass Shelves e Soap and water Allow glass to warm to room temperature before immersing in warm water e Glass cleaner e Mild liquid sprays Toe Grille Soap and water Vacuum dust from front of toe grille Remove toe grille See illustration on Mild liquid sprays page 4 Vacuum backside and wipe with sudsy cloth or sponge Rinse and Vacuum attachment dry Exterior and e Soap and water Do not use commercial household cleaners ammonia or alcohol to clean Handles e Non Abrasive Glass handles Use a soft cloth to clean smooth handles Do Not use a dry cloth to Cleaner clean smooth doors Exterior and e Soap and water C
25. or off of center hinge pin Set door aside 3 Unscrew center hinge pin using adjustable wrench and save for reassembly Ensure plastic washer stays on hinge pin 4 Lift refrigerator door off of bottom hinge and set aside 5 Remove center hinge and shim by removing inside screw and loosening two outside screws enough to allow hinge and shim to slide out Tighten screws 6 Loosen two outside screws on opposite side of refrigerator remove inside screw and install center hinge 7 Remove two screws on bottom hinge with 3 8 socket wrench 8 Install bottom hinge on opposite side with the two screws removed from step 7 9 Unscrew bottom hinge pin using adjustable wrench Move hinge pin to other hole in hinge and tighten with adjustable wrench 10 Reverse door handles see instructions on next page 11 Move freezer and refrigerator door stops to opposite side Before starting screws use an awl to puncture the foam 12 Position refrigerator door onto bottom hinge pin and screw center hinge pin through center hinge into top of door Close refrigerator door to help align hinge hole 13 Tighten center hinge pin with adjustable wrench 14 Remove cabinet and hinge hole plugs and move to opposite side 15 Lower freezer door onto center hinge pin 16 Close freezer door Have an assistant lift up on opposite side of door while tightening screws to install top hinge 17 Replace toe grille and top hinge cover 18 Plug in e
26. p and off of dovetail button 3 Remove screw and dovetail button and install on other side using the same holes as nameplate 4 Magnetic Nameplate Models Use puity knife to gently pry magnetic nameplate frame from door Remove nameplate from its frame turn frame upside down and install in old handle holes Insert magnetic nameplate into frame Self Adhesive Nameplate Models Use putty knife to gently peel off name plate from door and reapply over old handle holes TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE Nameplate Magnetic Nameplate Lock Handle 7 e 1 Start with handle offset away from door Place top of handle over dovetail Screw s Ove AL UMOD button swing handle into an upright position and pull downward locking it into place 2 Secure bottom of handle with two screws removed earlier TO REMOVE FREEZER HANDLE Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off 1 Remove two screws attaching handle to bottom of freezer door 2 Remove button plug using edge of putty knife ya l a 3 Remove screw on side of freezer door and remove handle a TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE ae on 1 Secure side of handle to door and replace button plug Plug 2 Secure handle to bottom of door NOTE To remove freezer handle refer to figure 3 on page 9 Safe Door Removal and Reversal Instructions continued TRIM REMOVAL FULL LENGTH TRIM MODELS ONLY In some models the refrigerator door has a full length trim pie
27. place the refrigerator next to heat producing appliances such as a range oven or dishwasher If this is not possible a section of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two appliances will help the refrigerator operate more efficiently e Level the refrigerator so that the doors close tightly e Refer to this Use amp Care Manual for the suggested temperature control settings e Periodic cleaning of the condenser will help the refrigerator run more efficiently See the Care and Cleaning Chart on page 18 s Donotovercrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents Doing so causes the refrigerator to run longer and use more energy e Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator This cuts down on moisture build up inside the unit e Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings Remove as many items as needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible 16 UNDERSTANDING THE SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR Your new high efficiency refrigerator may make unfamiliar sounds These are all normal sounds and soon will become familiar to you They also indicate your refrigerator is operating as designed 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 most common sounds you may hear and what is causing them NOTE Rigid foam insulation is very energy efficient but is not a sound insulator
28. r flavor Discard ice made during the first 24 hours Maa Door Stop Screw Cabinet Hole Plugs Hinge Hole Handle Screw Screw me Bottom inge Hi Screw Center inge Hinge Screw Top Hinge Cover Top Hinge Handle Hole Plug H Door Stop _ Door Screw a 4 Washer S Shim Hinge S SX Pin KS 2 a SY o Center SS Hinge Ss A Screws Handle Hole Plugs Q 1 gt S Door Stop _ Door Screw gee T a Washer gt i Hinge g Pin Qe M Bottom L m Hinge LP R T Screws Toe Grille Tools Necessary Phillips head or Quadrex head screwdriver Door Removal and Reversal Instructions Socket Wrench Set iS Adjustable Wrench 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 door swing should be performed by a qualified person IMPORTANT Before you begin turn the refrigerator temperature control to 0 and remove the electrical power cord from the wall outlet Remove any food from door shelves 1 Remove toe grille and top hinge cover 2 Remove top hinge with 3 8 hex driver and lift freezer do
29. r when removing food To make this possible the direction in which the doors open can be reversed See Door Removal amp Reversal Instructions on page 6 Installation LEVELING All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a solid floor Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable front rollers to help level your unit To Level Your Refrigerator 1 Remove toe grille 2 Use flat blade screwdriver or 3 8 socket wrench to adjust front rollers NOTE Raise the front of the refrigerator enough so the doors close freely when opened halfway The refrigerator should slope 4 to 12 from front to back Then level the refrigerator from side to side Installation Connecting Optional 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 71X7 ti lel To Avoid Property Damage e Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply line Water supply tubing made of 1 4 plastic is not recommended since it greatly increases the potential for water leaks Manufacturer will not be responsible for any damage if plastic tubing is used for supply line e DONOT install water supply tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing e Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the ice maker If the ice maker is connected to soft water ensure that
30. rom being turned off accidentally e Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground Fault Interruptor GFI circuit Important Safety Instructions PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER Risk of child entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abondoned refrigerators or freezers are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are r getting rid of your old refrigerator Before you throw away your old refrigerator freezer or freezer please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents e Remove doors e Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside e Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service technician These Guidelines Must Be Followed To Ensure That Safety Mechanisms In This Refrigerator IMPORTANT Turning the Freezer and Fresh Food Controls to O turns off the compressor and prevents your refrigerator from cooling but does not disconnect the power to the light bulb and other electrical components To turn off power to your refrigerator you must unplug the power cord from the wall outlet Grounding type wall receptacle Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong 3 prong grounded plug Power cord with This Use amp Care Manual provides specific operating instructions for your model Use the refrigerator only as instructed in thi
31. s Use amp Care Manual Before starting the refrigerator follow these important first steps LOCATION e Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug e If possible place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the range dishwasher or other heat sources e The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is level and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator e Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic ice maker INSTALLATION Do Not install the refrigerator where the temperature will drop below 55 F 13 C or rise above 110 F 43 C The compressor will not be able to maintain proper temperatures inside the refrigerator CAUTION Do Not block the toe grille on the lower front of your refrigerator Sufficient air circulation is essential for the proper operation of your refrigerator Installation Clearances e Allow the following clearances for ease of installation proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections NOTE If you see black coils tubing on the back of your refrigerator air cooled condenser leave 3 clearance at top of refrigerator DOOR OPENING NOTE If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge side against a wall you may have to allow additional space so the door can be opened wider Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to a counte
32. ut Trim TO ATTACH REFRIGERATOR HANDLE 1 Secure side of handle to door and replace plug button 2 Secure handle to top of door Yey epuie Use care when using tools near surface of stainless steel doors to avoid scratching To Remove Doors Stainless steel doors are not reversible Follow these steps to remove doors 1 Remove toe grille and top hinge cover 2 Remove top hinge and lift freezer door off of center hinge pin Set door aside 3 Unscrew center hinge pin using adjustable wrench and save for reassembly Ensure plastic washer stays on hinge pin 4 Lift refrigerator door off of bottom hinge and set aside 5 Remove center hinge and shim by removing inside screw and loosening two outside screws enough to allow hinge to slide out 6 Remove bottom hinge Reinsert two outside screws in holes and tighten 7 Reverse steps 1 6 to reinstall doors To Remove Handles 1 Firmly hold freezer handle while loosening set screws with 3 32 allen wrench Remove freezer handle 2 Repeat step 1 for refrigerator door Shoulder Typical Handle 2 78 Features At A Glance 3 A Ice Tray Freezer Light Ice Maker Ice Bucket Fixed Door Bin Freezer Shelf Freezer Door Rack Control Refrigerator L
33. wers traps moisture to help preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods Meat e Raw meat and poultry should be wrapped securely so leakage and contamination of other foods or surfaces does not occur Frozen Food Storage e The freezer compartment should be kept at 0 F or lower e A freezer operates most efficiently when it is at least 2 3 full Packaging Foods for Freezing e To minimize dehydration and quality deterioration use aluminum foil freezer wrap freezer bags or airtight containers Force as much air out of the packages as possible and seal them tightly Trapped air can cause food to dry out change color and develop an off flavor freezer burn e Wrap fresh meats and poultry with suitable freezer wrap prior to freezing s Donotrefreeze meat that has completely thawed Loading the Freezer e Avoid adding too much warm food to the freezer at one time This overloads the freezer slows the rate of freezing and can raise the temperature of frozen foods e Leave a space between the packages so cold air can circulate freely allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible e Avoid storing hard to freeze foods such as ice cream and orange juice on the freezer door shelves These foods are best stored in the freezer interior where the temperature varies less ENERGY SAVING IDEAS e Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room out of direct sunlight and away from heating ducts or registers Do not
34. yle Handles 1 Secure bottom of handle with screws 2 Secure top of handle with screws Figure 2 Style Handles 1 Start with handle offset away from door Place bottom of handle over dovetail button swing handle into an upright position and pull upward locking it into place 2 Secure top of handle with screws TO ATTACH TRIM 1 Slide both trim locks out of trim 2 Insert new adhesive trim locks contained in your literature pack NOTE Trim lock must be removed and installed by sliding over the two donut shaped areas 3 Install trim to handle by sliding under base of handle Carefully align trim and press down at trim lock locations 4 Use rubbing alcohol to remove any adhesive residue from old trim lock locations Figure 1 Lock Handle Handle over Dovetail oa Button Dovetail IT Screw Adhesive Trim Lock Full Length Trim T E J V B Figure 2 TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR 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 refrigerator handles as shown in figure 3 Figure 3 Handle Reversal REMOVING STAINLESS STEEL DOORS AND HANDLES Door Removal and Reversal Instructions continued Refrigerator Door Witho
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