Frigidaire EFR451-COM Manual del propietario
Introduction..............................................................................
Parts and Features.................................................................
Important Safety Information............................................
Installing Your Refrigerator.................................................
Refrigerator Features and Use General Features......
Troubleshooting.....................................................................
Product Specifications.........................................................
Limited Warranty...................................................................
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Safety Precautions................................................................. 4
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Proper Refrigerator Care and Cleaning.........................12
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USA CANADA 1-800-
REFRIGERATOR
WITH FREEZER
EFR451-COM, EFR451-C,
EFR451-B-6COM
2INTRODUCTION
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 3
WARNING
WARNING indicates apotentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result indeath or serious injury.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates installation, oper-
ation or maintenance information which
is important but not hazard-related.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
Safety Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is
used to alert of potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
WARNING
Please read all instructions before using
this appliance.
Safety Instructions
•DO NOT store or use gasoline, or
other flammable liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance. Read
product labels for warnings regarding
flammability and other hazards.
•DO NOT operate the refrigerator in
the presence of explosive fumes.
•Remove all staples from the carton.
Staples can cause severe cuts, and also
destroy finishes if they come in contact
withother appliances or furniture.
Child Safety
Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic
bags, and any exterior wrapping material
immediately 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 suocation.
WARNING: Risk of child entrapment.
Before you throw away your old
refrigerator:
*Take o the doors
*Leave the shelves in place so that
children may not easily climb inside.
4SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This appliance must be plugged into at least a 15 AMP 110-115 VOLT 60 Hz
GROUNDED OUTLET. This appliance must be grounded. It is equipped with a
3-wire cord having a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that
is properly installed and grounded.
Avoid the use of an extension cord because it may overheat and cause a risk of
fire. However, if it is necessary to use an extension cord:
A. Use only 3-wire extension cords with 3-blade grounding plug.
B. The marked rating of an extension cord must be be equal to or greater than the
rating of this appliance.
C. It should be positioned such that it does not drape over the counter or tabletop
where it can be pulled on by children intentionally.
Attempting any maintenance or cleaning:
To minimize the possibility of electric shock, unplug this appliance from the power
suply or disconnect at the household distribution panel by removing the fuse or
switching o the circuit breaker before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
NOTE: Pressing the Power ON/OFF button to an o position does not disconnect
the appliance from the power supply.
WARNING!
Improper use of grounded wire can result in the risk of electric shock.
Consult a physician if necessary. Do not attempt to defeat this safety
feature by modifying the plug.
1. Interior Light
2. Temperature Control
3. Refrigerator Shelves
4. Crisper
5. Front Leveling Legs
6. Refrigerator Door Shelves
7. “Dispense-A-Can” Storage
8. Freezer Door Shelf
9. Ice Cube Tray
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PARTS AND FEATURES 5
Unpacking Your Refrigerator
1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all adhesive
tape holding the refrigerator accessories inside and outside.
2. Inspect and remove any remains of packing, tape or printed materials before
powering on the refrigerator.
CAUTION
Risk of Fire or Explosion due to puncture of refrigerant tubing. Flammable
refrigerant used. Handle with care when moving refrigerator to avoid either
damaging the refrigerant tubing or increasing the risk of a leak.
Leveling Your Refrigerator
• Your refrigerator has two leveling legs which are located in the front bottom
corners of your refrigerator. After properly placing your refrigerator in its final
position, you can level your refrigerator
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Leveling legs can be adjusted by turning them counterclockwise to raise your
refrigerator or by turning them clockwise to lower your refrigerator. The
refrigerator door will close easier when the leveling legs are extended.
Proper Air Circulation
• To ensure your refrigerator works at the maximum eciency it was designed for,
you should install it in a location where there is proper air circulation, plumbing
and electrical connections.
• The following are recommended clearances around the refrigerator:
Sides……………3/4" (19mm)
Top....................2" (50mm)
Back..................2" (50mm)
WARNING: ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT - SHOCK HAZARD
Electrical Requirement
• Make sure there is a suitable power outlet (120 volts, 15 amps outlet) with proper
grounding to power the refrigerator.
• Avoid the use of three prong adapters or cutting o the third grounding prong
in order to accommodate a two prong outlet. This is a dangerous practice since
it provides no eective grounding for the refrigerator and may result in shock
hazard.
WARNING: USE OF EXTENSION CORDS- POTENTIAL SAFETY
HAZARD
6INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Use of Extension Cords
• Avoid the use of an extension cord because of potential safety hazards under
certain conditions. If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire
extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot outlet that will
accept the plug. The marked rating of the extension cord must be equal to or
greater than the electrical rating of the appliance. DO NOT USE
EXTENSION CORD LONGER THAN 12 FT.
Installation Limitations
• Do not install your refrigerator in any location not properly insulated or heated,
e.g. garage, etc. Your refrigerator was not designed to operate in temperature
settings below 55° Fahrenheit.
• Select a suitable location for the refrigerator on a hard even surface away
from direct sunlight or heat source, e.g. radiators, baseboard heaters, cooking
appliances, etc. Any floor unevenness should be corrected with the leveling legs
located on the front bottom corners of the refrigerator.
Door Alignment
Freezer Door: (see fig. #1)
1. Remove the top hinge cover.
2. Loosen the top hinge screws using a phillips head screwdriver.
3. Adjust the door or put a spacer in between and then tighten the screws.
4. Replace the top hinge cover.
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fig. # 1
INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR 7
Adjustable temperature dial:
Your refrigerator will automatically maintain the temperature level you select.
The temperature control dial has 7 settings plus 0. 1 is the warmest. 7 is the
coldest. Turning the dial to 0 Stops cooling in both the refrigeration and freezer
sections. At first, set the dial to 4 and allow 24 hours to pass before adjusting the
temperature to your needs.
(Note: If the refrigerator has been placed in a horizontal or tilted position for
any period of time wait 24 hours before plugging the unit in.)
Refrigerator Interior Shelves
To remove or replace a full-width
slide-out shelf:
(see fig. # 2)
1. Gently tilt the shelf up and slide
forward until the shelf has been
completely removed.
2. To replace the shelf, gently slide the
shelf back.
Using the Dispense-A-Can
• Your refrigerator is equipped with the convenient “Dispense-
A-Can” compartment. Each compartment will hold up to six
cans. Simply load the cans from the top. To dispense a can,
simply draw one out from the bottom. It is that easy.
Crisper
• Your refrigerator has a clear crisper.
Grasp the top of the crisper and gently slide our. Push back to replace.
fig. # 2
fig. # 3
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REFRIGERATOR FEATURES AND USE GENERAL FEATURES
REFRIGERATOR FEATURES AND USE GENERAL FEATURES
Defrosting Your Refrigerator
• For maximum energy eciency, defrost freezer
section whenever frost accumulates to a
thickness of 1/4" or more on freezer walls.
Note that frost tends to accumulate more
during the summer months.
DANGER - Risk of Fire or Explosion due to puncture refrigerant
tubing. Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use metal instruments
to defrost refrigerator. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.
• To defrost freezer, remove food and ice cube tray from the freezer section. Turn
temperature control dial to "0" position. Defrosting may take a few hours. To
speed up defrost time, keep the door open and place a bowl of warm water in
the freezer.
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During the defrost, water will accumulate. Use a towel to wipe o excess
dripping water. Do not leave unattended.
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After defrosting, empty and wipe down the interior of the freezer. You may now
reset your refrigerator to the desired temperature and return food.
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Your freezer has been equipped with an ice scraper for your convenience.
Maintenance
Risk of Fire or Explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Do not puncture of
refrigerant tubing. To be repaired only by trained authorized service personnel.
Consult Repair Manual before attempting to service this product. All Safety
Precautions Must be followed. Component parts shall be replaced with like
components to minimize the risk of possible ignition due to incorrect parts or
improper service.
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Fresh Food:
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When storing fresh food that is not prepackaged, be sure to wrap or store food
in airtight and moisture proof material unless otherwise noted. This will ensure
proper shelf life and prevent the transfer of odors and tastes.
Wipe containers before storing to avoid needless spills.
Eggs should be stored in an upright position in their original carton to maximize
shelf life.
Fruit should be washed and dried, then stored in sealed plastic bags before
storing in the refrigerator.
Vegetables with skins should be stored in plastic bags or containers.
Leafy vegetables should be washed and drained and then stored in plastic
bags or containers.
Hot food should be allowed to cool before storing in the refrigeration. This will
prevent unnecessary energy use.
Fresh seafood should be used the same day as purchased.
When storing meats in the fresh food section, keep in the original
packaging or rewrap as necessary. Follow the suggestions below for safe
storage:
Chicken 1-2 Days
Ground Beef 1-2 Days
Cold Cuts 3-5 Days
Steaks/Roasts 3-5 Days
Smoked/Cured Meats 7-10 Days
Food Storage Information
REFRIGERATOR FEATURES AND USE GENERAL FEATURES
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