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!WARNING
To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personal injury, do not connect your refrigerator to an electrical power source until you have completed Step 3 of these instructions.
To connect the water supply to the rear of your refrigerator:
1Ensure that the refrigerator is not plugged in.
2Flush the supply line until water is clear by placing the end of the
copper tube in a sink or bucket and opening the
6 Remove Internal Shipping Materials
Electrolux uses packing foam and tape to secure the internal parts of your refrigerator for shipping. Once the refrigerator is in position, you can remove this material.
Tools Necessary:
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| Socket | Adjustable | 3/8” Fixed |
Phillips™ Head | Wrench Set | Wrench | Wrench |
NOTE
These installation instructions are provided only as a possible customer option. Electrolux recommends that you use a service or kitchen contracting professional to install your refrigerator.
3 Unscrew the plastic cap from the water valve inlet at the rear of your refrigerator. Discard the cap.
4 Slide the brass compression nut, then the ferrule (sleeve) onto copper tube.
5 Push the copper tube into water valve inlet as far as it will go (1/4 inch).
6 Slide the ferrule (sleeve) into valve and
7 Secure the copper tube to your refrigerator’s rear panel with a steel clamp and screw (see illustration).
NOTE
1 Prepare The Installation Site
8 Coil the excess copper tubing (about 2½ turns) behind your refrigerator as shown. Arrange coiled tubing to avoid vibration or wear against other surfaces.
9Open water supply
Location of these materials may vary depending on your
Your
Include these minimum guidelines in your site preparation:
• | Choose a place near a grounded electrical outlet. |
• | Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug. |
NOTE
Information about cabinetry construction for Electrolux products is available for contractors. Call
that leak.
NOTES
• | The ice maker’s fill valve may operate noisily if the household water supply is shut off. |
• | After ensuring no water leaks exist at any connection, be sure to check for leaks again in 24 hours. |
model.
7 Check Initial System Settings
• Avoid direct sunlight and close proximity to a range, dishwasher or other |
heat source. |
• Floor should be level and able to support a fully loaded refrigerator. |
• The refrigerator’s Ice & Water Dispenser requires water supply access. |
• Plan for easy access to counter tops when removing food. |
• For complete access to drawers and freezer baskets, doors must be able to |
fully open. |
!CAUTION
Room temperatures below 55°F (13°C) or above 110°F (43°C) will impair
• See your Use & Care Guide for detailed information about setting up and operating the Ice & Water |
Dispensing system. |
4 Place In Permanent Position
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical connections:
Sides & Top: 3/8 inch | Rear: 1 inch |
cooling ability of your refrigerator’s compressor.
If possible, use a hand truck to position the refrigerator directly in front of its cabinet enclosure.
Be careful not to move the refrigerator beyond its water supply (copper tubing) connections.
! CAUTION |
• Shifting the refrigerator from |
Your refrigerator includes an ice & water dispensing system, a digital temperature control system, controls to monitor the status of a water filter, and controls for storage drawer humidity and temperature.
See the Use & Care Guide to learn more about the
Digital |
Control |
Panel |
side to side may damage |
2 Transport Unpackaged Refrigerator To Site
By now, you have already removed your refrigerator’s shipping carton. You may still need to use a hand truck to move it through close spaces or entrances. If the refrigerator is larger than an entrance, consider two options:
• Remove the entrance door if one exists.
• Remove the refrigerator doors (see how in your Use & Care Guide).
Plug in the power cord, and push the refrigerator straight back into place.
IMPORTANT
If you are installing your refrigerator without connecting it to a water supply, make sure the ice maker’s power switch is turned Off (see the Use & Care Guide for more details).
flooring. |
• Do not block the toe grille on |
the lower front of your |
refrigerator. Sufficient air |
circulation is essential for |
proper operation. |
When using a hand truck:
•Load refrigerator from side of cabinet only.
•Do not run retaining straps over handles.
•Do not
•Never use refrigerator handles to move the refrigerator.
•Remove tape from doors only after unit is in place.
3 Connect Water Supply
!CAUTION
Shifting the refrigerator from side to side may damage flooring.
5 Level Refrigerator & Adjust Doors (if necessary)
Guidelines for final positioning of your refrigerator:
• All four corners of the cabinet must rest firmly on the floor.
• The cabinet should be level at the front and rear.
• The sides should tilt
• Doors should align with each other and be level.
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All of these conditions can be met by raising or lowering the adjustable front rollers.
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the rear of the refrigerator to your household |
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water supply line plus 7 feet (2.1 meters). |
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water line and the refrigerator supply line. | Electrolux Kit #53039117950, available from | |
Do not use a | ||
your dealer, provides all materials for a water | ||
• A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for the water supply | ||
supply installation, including 25 feet of | ||
connection at the rear of your refrigerator. | ||
copper tubing and full instructions. | ||
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To adjust the front rollers:
1Open both doors and remove the toe grille by unscrewing its two mounting screws and gently pulling forward (see illustration).
2Close the doors and use a
3Ensure both doors are
4Replace the toe grille by fitting it into place and refastening its mounting screws.
NOTE
The doors are designed to close automatically at an opening of 20 degrees or less.
NOTE
After changing control settings, wait 24 hours before making further adjustments.
8 Problems? Try These Suggestions
Operation problems are possible if any of the installation tasks are not completed. Here is a list of things to check for:
•Is the refrigerator’s power cord plugged in?
•Is the refrigerator connected to the household water supply?
•If you had to remove the refrigerator and freezer doors, did you reattach water and power connectors at the door hinges? (See the Use & Care Guide for detailed instructions on removing and replacing doors.)
•Is the ice maker power switch turned On?
Other possibilities to check:
•Is the power to the receptacle turned on?
•Is the water filter above the fresh food compartment fully seated (see Use & Care Guide for details)?
If you still have operation problems after checking these suggestions, please see the “Solutions To Common Problems” section in your Use & Care Guide.
9 What’s Next?
Congratulations. You are ready to begin enjoying your new Electrolux refrigerator.
•To become aware of important safety instructions and learn how to operate your refrigerator, please read the entire Use & Care Guide.
•You may want to start with the “Normal Operating Sights & Sounds” section of the Guide to learn more about what to expect during typical operation.
•Please register your product. You can use the CD that came with your refrigerator to register online, or you can simply send in the Registration Card.
And thank you for choosing Electrolux.
Not satisfied with the installation of your refrigerator? ZPlease contact the store you purchased it from.
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