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Important Safety Instructions ................................. 2

Installation ........................................................... 4

Energy Saving Tips ................................................ 4

Temperature Controls ............................................ 5

Featu res ............................................................... 5

CONTENTS

Care and Cleaning ................................................ 6

Door Reversal Instructions .................................... 7

Before you Call..................................................... 8

Major Appliance Warranty .................................... 10C_t:3

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Read and Save These Instructions

This Owner's Guide provides specific operatinginstructions for your model. Use your refngerator onlyas instructed in this guide. These instructions are notmeant to cover every possible condition and situationthat may occur. Common sense and caution must bepracticed when installing, operating, and maintaining anyappliance.

Record Your Hodel and Serial Numbers

Record the model and serial numbers in the spaceprovided below. The serial plate is located on the upperleft wall inside the refrigerab3r or on back of the unit.

Hodel Number:

Serial Humber:

Purchase Date:

DefinitionsThis is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert

you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safetymessages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injuryor death.

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situationwhich, if not avoided, will result in death or seriousinjury.

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situa_on

which, if not avoided, could result in death or seriousinjury.

Piease read all instructions before using this

refrigerator.

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DANGER Risk of fire or explosion.Flammablerefrigerant used. Do not use mechanical devices todefrost refrigerator. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

DANGER Risk of fire or explosion.Flammablerefrigerant used.To be repaired only by trained servicepersonnel. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situationwhich, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderateinjury.

IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation ormaintenance information which is important but nothazard-rela_d.

/_ CAUTION

CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion.Flammablerefrigerant used.Consult repair manual/ownork guidebefore attempting to service this product. All safetyprecautions must be followed.

CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion.Dispose of properlyin accordance wilh Federal or local regulations.Flammable refrigerant used.

CAUTION- Risk of fire or explosion due to puncture ofrefrigerant tubing ;Follow handling instructionscarefully. Flammable refrigerant used.

For Your Safety

Do not st_re or use gasoline, or other flammablevapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any otherappliance. Read product labels for flammability andother warnings.

Electrical Information

The refrigerator must be plugged into itsown dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., 15 Amp,AC only elecbrical ouUet. The power cord ofthe appliance is equipped with a three-pronggrounding plug for your protection againstelectrical shock hazards. It must be pluggeddirectly into a properly grounded three prongreceptacle. The receptacle must be installed inaccordance with local codes and ordinances.Consult a qualified electrician. Avoid connectingrefrigerator to a Ground Fault Interruptor (GFI)circuit. Do not use an extension cord oradapter plug.

• If the power cord is damaged, it should bereplaced by an authorized service technician toprevent any risk.

Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on thepower cord. Always grip the plug firmly, andpull s_-aight out from the receptacle to preventdamaging the power cord.

Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and beforereplacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock.

Performance may be affected if the voltage variesby 10% or more. Operating the refrigerator withinsufficient power can damage the compressor.Such damage is not covered under your warranty.

Do not plug the unit into an electrical outletcon_-olled by a wall switch or pull cord to preventthe refrigerator from being turned off accidentally.

Child Safety

o Destroy carton, pJastic bags, and any exteriorwrapping material immediately after therefrigerator is unpacked. Children should never usethese items to play. Cartons covered with rugs,bedspreads, pJastic sheets or stretch wrap maybecome airtight chambers, and can quickly causesuffocation.

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Remove all staples from bhecarton. Staples cancause severe cuts, and destroy finishes if theycome in contact with other appliances or furniture.

An empty, discarded refrigerator is a verydangerous attraction to children.

® Remove the door(s) of any appliance that is not in

Proper Disposal of your Refrigerator

Risk of child entrapment

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems ofthe past. 3unked or abandoned refrigerators are stilldangerous - even if they will sit for"just a few days':If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, pleasefollow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.

We strongly encourage responsible appliance recycling/disposal methods. Check with your utility company orvisit www.energystar.gov/recyde for more informationon recycling your old refrigerator.

Before you throw away your old refrigerator:

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Have refrigerant removed by a qualified servicetechnician.

ThisUse& CareGuideprovidesgeneraloperatinginstructionsforyourmodel.Usetherefrigeratoronlyasinstructedin thisUse& CareGuide,Before starting therefrigerator, follow these important first steps.

Location

Choose a place that is near a grounded electricaloutlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapberplug.

For the most efficient operation, the refrigeratorshould be located where surrounding temperatureswill not drop below 50°F (10°C) or exceed 110°F(43°C).

Allow space around the unit for good air circulation.Leave a 4 inch (101.6 mm) space on the back and 3inches (76.2 mm) on the sides and back of therefrigerator for adequate circulation.

Cleaning

® Wash any removable parts of the refrigeratorinterior, and exterior with mild detergent and warmwater. Wipe dry. Do not use harsh cleaners on theseS urfaces,

o Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments,which can scratch the appliance surface whenremoving adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tapecan be removed with a mixture of warm water and

mild detergent, or touch the residue with the stickyside of tape already removed. Do not remove theserial plate.

The exterior walls of the refrigerator may becomequite warm as the compressor works to transfer heatfrom the inside. Temperatures as much as 30°F (-1°C)warmer than room temperature can be expected. Forthis reason it is particularly important in hotter climatesto allow enough space for air circulation around your

refrigerator.

Leveling

The refrigerator must have all bottom corners restingfirmly on solid floor. The floor must be strong enoughto support a fully loaded refrigerator. NOTE: It is VeryImportant for your refrigerator to be level in order tofunction properly. If the refrigerator is not leveled duringinstallation, the door may be misaJigned and not closeor seal properly, causing cooling, frost, or moistureproblems.

To Level Your Refrigerator'

After removing all interior and exterior packagingmaterials, use a carpenter's level to level the refrigeratorfrom front-to-back. Adjust the plastic leveling feet infront, 1/2bubble higher, so that the door closes easily

when left halfway open.

To allow door to close and seal property, DO NOT letfood packages extend past the front of shelves.

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Install the refrigerator in the coolest part of a dryand ventilated room, out of direct sunlight and awayfrom heating ducts or registers. Do not place therefrigerator next to heat-producing appliances suchas a range, oven or dishwasher.

Level the refrigerator so the door closes tightly.

Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold airvents. Doing so causes the refrigerator to run longerand use more energy. Shelves should not be linedwith aluminum foil, wax paper or paper toweling.Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making theunit less efficient.

• Wipe bottles and containers dry before placing themin the refrigerator. This cuts down on moisture build-up inside the unit.

• Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings.Remove as many items as needed at one time and

close the door as soon as possible.

Cool Down Period

For best performance, allow 4 hours for bhe refrigeratDrto cool down completely. The refrigerator will runc0n_nuously for the first several hours.

Temperature Control

The temperature control is located inside the refrigeratorand in the freezer comparb'nent on some models. Thetemperature is factory preset b3 provide satisfactory foodstorage _emperatures. However, the _emperature controlis adjustable to provide a range of temperatures for yourpersonal satisfac_on.

To adjust the temperature colder, turn the con_-ol knobb3ward the "Colder" setting or higher number for the freshfood conb-ol and the slide control toward the "Colder"

setting for the freezer control. Afber each movement, allow24-hours for the unit to adjust, ff the unit is still not coldenough, repeat until desired temperature is achieved.

To adjust the _emperature warmer, turn the control knobtoward the "Cold" setting or lower number for the freshfood conb-ol and the slide control toward the "Cold" settingfor the freezer control. Afber each movement, allow 24-hours for the unit to adjust, ff the unit is still not warmenough, repeat until desired temperature is achieved.

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Freezer Control (some models)

Double Door Model

1 Freezer compartment shelf

2 Freezer temperature control knob (some models)

3 Refrigerator temperature control knob

4- Refrigerator compartment shelf

5 Vegetable bin

6 Freezer door rail

7 Can rack

8 Bottle rack (short)

9 Bottle rack (long)

10 Adjustable feet

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1 Thermostat

2 Glass shelf (2)

3 Crisper

4 Door rack

5 Can rack

6 &djustable foot

Adjustable Interior Shelves

Multi=position adjustable interior shelves can be movedto any position for larger or smaller bottles. The shippingspacers that stabilize the shelves for shipping should beremoved and discarded.

Slide=Out Crisper (Some Models)

A Slide=Out Basket (some models) located at the bottomof the refrigerator, provides separate storage space foritems that are difficult to st_re on refrigerater shelves. Toremove the basket, pull out and lift up.

Interior Light (Some models)

The light comes on automatically when the door isopened. To replace the light bulb, turn the temperaturecontrol to OFF and unplug the electrical cord. Replace theold bulb with a bulb of the same wattage.

Cleaning the Inside

Wash inside surfaces of the refrigerator wibh a solutionof two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart (1.136[i_ers) warm water. Rinse and dry. Wring excess water outof the sponge or cloth when cleaning in bhearea of thecontrols, or any electrical parts.

Wash the removable parts with the baking soda solutionmentioned above, or mild detergent and warm water.Rinse and dry. Never use metallic scouring pads,brushes, abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on anysurface. Do not wash removable parts in a dishwasher.

Cleaning the Outside

Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquiddetergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean softcloth.

Vacation and Hoving TipsVacations:

If the refrigerator will not be used for several months:

® Remove all food and unplug the power cord.

® Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.

• Leave the refrigerator door open slightly, blocking itopen if necessary, to prevent odor and mold growth.

Moving: When moving the refrigerator, follow theseguidelines to prevent damage:

• Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.

• Remove food and clean the refrigerator.

• Secure all loose items by taping them securely inplace to prevent damage.

• In a moving vehicle, secure the refrigerator in anupright position to prevent movement. Also, protectthe outside of the refrigerab3r with a blanket orsimilar item.

Reversing the dear swing shoutd be performed by aqualified person. Before you begin, ensure that theappliance Is unplugged and empty. Adjust the twoleveling legs on the front of the refrigerator to theirhighest level by turning counter clockwise, it isrecommended that two (2) people perform this task.

TOOLS REQUIRED

• PHIlips Head Screwdriver• Flat bladed screwdr{verNote: To remove the doer it is necessary to tilt theappliance backward,You sho_dd rest the refrigerator against a stable, solidobject and place something under the rear rollers sothat it will not slip dudng the doer reversal process.

DO NOT iay the appliance completely flat as this maydamage the coolant system.

First Step

Remove the hinge cover, Unscrewand remove the hinge bracket.

Second Step

Lift the freezer doer up andaway from the appliance.

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. Remove the bottom hinge byremoving the leveling leg andscrews or) the bottom of therefrigerator cabinet, To reattachthe hinge on the opposite sideof the cabinet, first remove the

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Remove the pin assembtyfrom thebottom of the freezerand refrigerator doors. Onthe opposite side, attach thereplacement pin assembly(located lr_the plastic bag withthe Use and Care Manual) witha screwdriver. Note:You raustre-use the screwfrom the pin assembly thatis removed in this step whenattaching the new assembly.

Sixth Step

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Piece the refrigerator door on thebottom hinge, Ensure the door isaligned horizontally and vertical{y,and that the gasket seals on allsides before attaching the middlehinge, Attach the middle hingeusing a screwdriver.

Third Step

Remove the screws from the middle hinge.Lift the refrigerator door up and away from theappliance.

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Place timefreezer door on themiddle hinge. Ensure that thedoor is aligned horizontatfy andveR.ically, and thatthe gasketseals on all sides before attachingthe top hinge. Attach the lop hingeand replace the hinge cover.

iMPORTANT.'Double check thai both doors are aligned correctly andgaskets are sealed on all sides. If necessary;, re-adjustthe leveling legs.

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PROBLEM I CAUSE I CORRECTIONREFRIGERATOR OPERATION

Refrigeratordoes notrun,

Refrigerator runs toomuch or _o long,

InteriorRefrigerator

temperature is k)ocold,

• Refrigeratorispluggedintoa

circuitthathas a ground fault

interrupt.• Temperature control is in the

OFF position.• Refrigeratormay not be

pluggedin,or plugmay beloose.

House fuse blown or trippedcircuitbreaker

Power outage.

Room or outside weather ishot.

• Refrigerator has recently beendisconnected for a period oftime.

• Large amounts of warm or hotfood has been stored recently.

• Door is opened too frequentlyor too long.

• Refrigerator door may beslightly open.

• Temperature control is set toolow.

• Refrigerator gasket is dirty,worn, cracked, or poorly fitted.

• Temperature control is set toolow.

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Interior Refrigerator • Temperature Control is set tootemperature is _o0 warm.warm, Door is opened teo frequently

or too long.' Door may not be seat ng

properly.• Large amounts of warm or hot

..... food has been stored recently.

• Use anothercircuitIfyou are unsureabouttheoutlet,

have itcheckedby a certifiedtechnician

• See Settingb_e Temperature Control section.

• Ensureplugistightlypushed intooutlet

• Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Resetcircuit breaker.

• Check house lights. Call local Electric Company.

• It's normal for the Refrigerator to work harder under theseconditions

• It takes 4 hours for the Refrigerator to cool downcompletely.

• Warm food will cause Refrigerator to run more until thedesired temperature is reached.

• Warm air entering the Refrigerator causes it to run moreOpen doors less often.

• See "DOOR PROBLEMS" section.

Tum control knob to a warmer setting. Allow several hoursfor the temperature to stabilize.Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door seal wiU causeRefrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desiredtemperature.

• Tum the control to a warmer setting. Allow several hoursfor the temperature to stabilize.

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temperature to stabi!ize', Warm air entedng the Refrigerator causes itto run more.

Open doorsless often,' See DOOR PROBLEMS section,

Warm food will cause Refrigerator to run more until thedesired temperature is reached,

' Refrigeratorhas recentlybeen • Ittakes4 hoursforthe Refrigeratortecooldowndisconnected fora period of completely.time.

Refrigerator exbernal • The external Refrigerator walls • This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heatsurface temperature is can be as much as 30°F warm- from inside the Refrigerator cabinet.warm, er than room temperature.

SOUND AND NOISE

Louder sound levels

when Refrigera k)r ison,

Modern refrigerators haveincreased storage capacity andmore stable temperatures.They require a high efficiencycompressor

• This is normal. When the surrounding noise level is low,you might hear the compressor running while it cools theinterior.

PROBLEM I CAUSE I CORRECTIONSOUND AND NOISE (continued) ...........

Longer sound levels • Refrigerator operates at higher • This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as Refrig-when compressor pressures during the start of the erator continues to run.comes on, ON cycle.

Popping or cracking ' • Metal parts undergo expansion • This is normal, Sound will level off or disap_aras Refrig-

sound when compres, and contracti0n,as inhot water, eratorcontinuesto run.sot comes on. p=pes. .

Boilingor gurgling • Refrigerant(usedtocool • Thisisnormal.

sound, like water boil- Refrigerator) is circulatinging. throughoutthesystem.

Vibrating or rattling _ • Refrigerator is not level, It L_vel the unit,_fer to leveling instructions in thenoise, rockson the floor when itis Installation section,

moved slightly,

Snapping sound. • Cold control turning the Refrig- • This is normal.eratorOFF and ON.

WATER/MOISTURE/FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR ............................

Moisture forms on • Weather is hot and humid, .| • This_s normal.inside of Refrigerator • Door may not be seating | • See DOOR PROBLEMS" section.walls, properly. !

• Door is keptopen too long,or I Open thedoor lessoften.

opened toofrequently. | _ _

WATER/MOISTURE/FROST OUTSIDE REFRIGERATOR

Moisture forms on out= • Door may not be seating prop- • See "DOOR PROBLEMS" section.side of Refrigerator, erly, causing the cold air from

inside the unit to meet warmmoist air from outside.

ODOR IN REFRIGERATOR ..............

Odors inRefrigerator. I" Interiorneedsto be cleaned. I" Cleaninteriorwithsponge,warm water,and bakingsoda.

DOOR PROBLEMS ............................................

Door willnot clo_e. • Refrigeratorisnot level.It I" Thisconditionmay forcethe cabinetout ofsquareand

rockson the floorwhen itis i misalignthedoor.Referto"Leveling'inthe"`Installation"moved slightly, section.

LIGHT BULB IS NOT ON

Light bulb is not on, • Light bulb is burnt out. • Follow instructions under"Interior Light" in the"FEATURES" section.

• No electriccurrentisreaching • See "Installation"section.the refrigerator.

Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date ofpurchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that proveto be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained inaccordance 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 b'ansferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA orCanada.

3. Rust on the interior or exterior of the unit.

4. Products purchased _as-is" are not covered by this warranty.

5. Food loss due to any refrigerator or freezer failures.

6. Products used in a commercial setting.

7. Service calls which do not involvemalfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliancesnot in ordinary household use or used other than inaccordance with the provided ins#uctions.

8. Service calls to correct the installationof 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.

10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables, orknobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.

ll. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry tripcharges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, includingthe state of Alaska.

12. Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to floors,cabinets, walls, etc.

13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other thangenuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; orexternal causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

CUSTOMER'SSOLEAND EXCLUSIVEREMEDYUNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENTAS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDINGWARRANTIES OF MERCHANTAI&ILITYOR FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE,ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEARORTHE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUXSHALL NOTBE I TABLEFOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGESSUCH AS PROPERTYDAMAGE AND INCIDENTALEXPENSESRESULTING FROM ANY BREACHOF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIEDWARRANTY.SOME STATESAND PROVINCESDO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTALOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,OR LIM1TA'I=ZONSONTHE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESELIMITA'UONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLYTO YOU. THIS WRTFrEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFICLEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATETO STATE.

Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty periodshould service be required. If service is performed, 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 phonenumbers below.

This warranty only applies in the USAand Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major AppliancesNorth America, a division of Elecl_olux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance iswarranted by Elecl_olux Canada Corp.Elecl_olux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and parts underthis warranty must be performed by Elecl_olux or an authorized service company. Product features or specifications as described

or iflusb'atedare subject to change without notice.

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