Frigidaire 241811503 installation instructions Note

Installation Instructions for Side-by-Side Refrigerator

This document should only be removed by customer after installation.

WARNING

To connect the water supply to the rear of your refrigerator:

6 Remove Internal Shipping Materials

1

Ensure that the refrigerator is not plugged in.

2

Flush the supply line until water is clear by placing the end of the

Electrolux uses packing foam and tape to secure the internal parts of your refrigerator for

copper tube in a sink or bucket and opening the shut-off valve.

To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personal injury, do not connect your

shipping. Once the refrigerator is in position, you can remove this material.

3

Remove the plastic cap from the water valve inlet at the rear of

refrigerator to an electrical power source until you have completed Step 3 of these instructions.

your refrigerator. Discard the cap.

4

Slide the brass compression nut, then the ferrule (sleeve) onto

NOTE

copper tube.

5

Push the copper tube into water valve inlet as far as it will go

(1/4 inch).

These installation instructions

6

Slide the ferrule (sleeve) into valve and finger-tighten the

compression nut onto valve. Tighten another half turn with a

are provided only as a possible

wrench. Do not over-tighten.

customer option. We recommend

7

Secure the copper tube to your refrigerator’s rear panel with a

that you use a service or kitchen

steel clamp and screw (see illustration).

contracting professional to install

8

Coil the excess copper tubing (about 2½ turns) behind your

your refrigerator.

refrigerator as shown. Arrange coiled tubing to avoid vibration or wear against other surfaces.

1 Prepare The Installation Site

9

Open water supply shut-off valve and tighten any connections that leak.

NOTE

Your refrigerator is designed to be part of a built-



NOTE

in kitchen cabinet system. Be sure to coordinate

site preparation and installation with your kitchen

• The ice maker’s fill valve may operate noisily if the household water supply is shut off.

Location of these materials may vary depending on your model.

contractor. Include these minimum guidelines in your site

Information about cabinetry

• After ensuring no water leaks exist at any connection, be sure to check for leaks again in 24 hours.

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preparation:

•

See your Use & Care Guide for detailed information about setting up and operating the Ice &

construction for your new appliance

• Choose a place near a grounded electrical outlet.

Problems? Try These Suggestions

Water Dispensing system.

is available for contractors. Call

• Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.

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1-877-435-3287.

• Avoid direct sunlight and close proximity to a range,

Place In Permanent Position

Operation problems are possible if any of the installation tasks are not completed. Here is a list

dishwasher or other heat source.

of things to check for:

• Floor should be level and able to support a fully

CAUTION

If possible, use a hand truck to position the refrigerator directly in front of its cabinet enclosure.

• Is the refrigerator’s power cord plugged in?

loaded refrigerator.

Be careful not to move the refrigerator beyond its water supply (copper tubing) connections.

• The refrigerator’s Ice & Water Dispenser requires

• Is the refrigerator connected to the household water supply?

water supply access.

Room temperatures below 55°F

Plug in the power cord, and push the refrigerator

CAUTION

• If you had to remove the refrigerator and freezer doors, did you reattach water and power

• Plan for easy access to counter tops when

(13°C) or above 110°F (43°C)

straight back into place.

connectors at the door hinges? (See the Use & Care Guide for detailed instructions on

removing food.

removing and replacing doors.)

will impair cooling ability of your

• For complete access to drawers and freezer

IMPORTANT

• Is the ice maker power switch turned On?

refrigerator’s compressor.

•

Shifting the refrigerator from side

baskets, doors must be able to fully open.

Other possibilities to check:

to side may damage flooring.

Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and

If you are installing your refrigerator without

•

Do not block the toe grille on the

• Is the power to the receptacle turned on?

electrical connections: Sides & Top: 3/8 inch / Rear: 1 inch

connecting it to a water supply, make sure the ice

lower front of your refrigerator.

• Is the water filter above the fresh food compartment fully seated (see Use & Care Guide for details)?

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maker’s power switch is turned Off (see the Use &

Transport Unpackaged Refrigerator To Site

Sufficient air circulation is essential

If you still have operation problems after checking these suggestions, please see the “Solutions

Care Guide for more details).

for proper operation.

5 Level Refrigerator & Adjust Doors (if necessary)

To Common Problems” section in your Use & Care Guide.

By now, you have already removed your refrigerator’s shipping carton.

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What’s Next?

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:

Guidelines for final positioning of your refrigerator:

• Remove the entrance door if one exists.

•

All four corners of the cabinet must rest firmly on the floor.

Congratulations. You are ready to begin enjoying your new refrigerator.

• Remove the refrigerator doors (see how in your Use & Care Guide).

• To become aware of important safety instructions and learn how to operate your

•

The cabinet should be level at the front and rear.

When using a hand truck:

•

The sides should tilt ¼-inch (6 mm) from front to back (to

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refrigerator, please read the entire Use & Care Guide.

• Load refrigerator from side of cabinet only.

ensure that doors close and seal properly).

• You may want to start with the “Normal Operating Sights & Sounds” section of the Guide to

CAUTION

•

Doors should align with each other and be level.

learn more about what to expect during typical operation.

• Do not run retaining straps over handles.

To level the cabinet using the front rollers:

• Please register your product. You can register online at www.electroluxusa.com. or you can

• Do not over-tighten retaining straps.

simply send in the Registration Card.

• Never use refrigerator handles to move the

Shifting the refrigerator from side to

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With both doors closed, unfasten right and left side

And thank you for choosing Frigidaire.

refrigerator.

clips of toe grille from bottom hinge groove

Open both

2

• Remove tape from doors only after unit is in place.

side may damage flooring.

doors. Press firmly on top of toe grille until top of toe

3

9  Installation Checkoff List

3

grille pops off. Pull toe grille outward toward your body and off of lower

Connect Water Supply

hinges. (See illustration 1.)

2

Close the doors and use a flat-blade screwdriver or

3/8

inch socket wrench to raise or lower the front rollers. (See

Doors

Ice Maker

What you will need:

CAUTION

illustration 2.)

 Door seals completely to cabinet on all

 House water supply connected to

• Access to a cold

3

Ensure both doors are bind-free with their seals touching the

sides

refrigerator

cabinet on all four sides.

water line with

 Doors are level

 No water leaks present at all connections

pressure of

To avoid property damage:

To level the doors using the adjustable lower hinge:

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Leveling

- recheck in 24 hours

30-100 psi.

• Use copper tubing for the water supply line (plastic

1

Before leveling either door, remove set screw that locks door height into position. (The door

 Ice Maker is turned ON.

• Copper tubing

tubing is more likely to leak).

 Refrigerator is level, side to side and tilted

with ¼-inch

cannot be adjusted without set screw removed.)

 Ice & Water Dispenser operates correctly

• Ensure water supply complies with local

(6.4mm) OD.

2

If the refrigerator door is lower than the freezer door, raise the refrigerator door by turning

1/4” (6mm) front to back

 Front filter must be flush with filter

Length for this tubing is the distance

plumbing codes.

the adjustment screw clockwise using a

7/16

inch wrench. (See illustration 3.)

 Toe grille is properly attached to

from the rear of the refrigerator to your

3

If the freezer door is lower than the refrigerator door, raise the freezer door by turning the

refrigerator

housing (some models)

household water supply line plus 7

7

16

inch wrench. (See illustration 3.)

 Cabinet is setting solid on all corners

Final Checks

feet (2.1 meters).

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NOTE

adjustment screw clockwise using a

/

4

After leveling, verify door stop contacts lower hinge and top of door does not contact upper

Electrical Power

 Shipping material removed

• A shut-off valve for the connection

hinge through full movement of door (from fully closed to fully open). (See illustration 4.)

between your household water line and

Kit #53039117950, available from your dealer,

5

Reinstall set screw, locking the door height.

 House power turned on

 Fresh Food and Freezer temperatures set

the refrigerator supply line. Do not use

6

To replace the toe grille, open both doors. Slide left and right sides of toe grille over lower

a self-piercing shut-off valve.

provides all materials for a water supply

 Refrigerator plugged in

 Crisper Humidity controls set

• A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)

installation, including 25 feet of copper tubing and

hinges of refrigerator. While pushing toe grille firmly against cabinet, fasten bottom clips of

toe grille to cabinet. Fasten top clips to cabinet. Close the doors. Fasten right and left side

 Registration Card sent in

for the water supply connection at the

full instructions.

clips into groove of bottom hinge.

rear of your refrigerator.

Not satisfied with the installation of your refrigerator?  Please contact the store you purchased it from. P/N: 241811503