Frigidaire fghb2844lf Use and Care Manual
Frigidaire fghb2844lf Use and Care Manual
Frigidaire fghb2844lf Use and Care Manual
TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S
Important Safety Instructions..................................2 Storage Features..................................................19
Features at a Glance...............................................4 Storing Food and Saving Energy............................23
Installation............................................................5 Normal Operating Sounds and Sights.....................24
242046801 (June 2010)
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates installation, operation or
maintenance information which is important but not
hazard-related.
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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING
These guidelines must be followed to ensure that
safety mechanisms in this refrigerator will operate
properly.
Electrical information
• The refrigerator must be plugged into its
own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., 15 Amp, AC
CAUTION
only electrical outlet. The power cord of the To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle
appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break
plug for your protection against electrical shock suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden
hazards. It must be plugged directly into a properly temperature change.
grounded three prong receptacle. The receptacle
must be installed in accordance with local codes
and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician.
Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground
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Features At A Glance
Air Filter
(above ice bin) Incandescent Light (select models)
(select models) Water
Ice Flipper Guide LED Light (select models)
Bin Ice Filter
Maker Dairy
Compartment
Air Filter
Can
Rack SpillSafeTM
(select models)
Shelves
SpillSafeTM Flipper
Shelves Mullion
Crisper Crisper
Drawer Drawer
Store-More TM Door
Drawer Bin
Toe
Grille
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Installation
Required Tools
You will need the following tools:
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Installation
Leveling Freezer Drawer (if necessary) Most of these conditions can be met by raising or
lowering the adjustable front rollers.
Grab Drawer
At Center
From Both Sides
Push Against Then
Freezer Drawer Pull Drawer Out
Door Door
A B
4 Tighten four (4) drawer screws.
5 Recheck gasket seal. Raise
(if necessary)
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Installation
NOTE
View shown is looking up at the bottom of the
refrigerator door.
Re-tighten Screw
Open
A Door
90
degrees
Bottom of Door
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Installation
4 Lift the door while adjusting the washer. To raise To adjust the flipper mullion:
the door, rotate washer clockwise (when viewed 1 Loosen the screw located on the flipper mullion
from the bottom). To lower door, rotate washer hinge.
counter-clockwise (when viewed from the bottom).
Screw
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Door Removal Instructions
NOTE
DO NOT remove the ground screw from hinge.
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Door Removal Instructions
Pin
Cabinet
Slot
Grab Drawer
At Center
From Both Sides
Push Against Then
Pull Drawer Out
NOTE
Freezer Drawer
A B
CAUTION
Drawer is heavy. Use caution when lifting. 6 Tighten four (4) drawer screws.
7 Recheck gasket seal.
3 Lift drawer up and out to remove.
8 Install the toe grille by fitting into place.
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Installing Door Handles
NOTE
All set screws should be tightened so the screw is below the surface of the handle. The handles should be drawn
tight to freezer and refrigerator doors with no gaps. Opening the opposite door while tightening the Allen screw
makes installation easier.
The door handle may loosen over time or if it was installed improperly. If this happens, tighten the set screws on the
handles.
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Installing Door Handles
NOTE
All set screws should be tightened so the screw is below the surface of the handle. The handles should be drawn
tight to freezer and refrigerator doors with no gaps. Opening the opposite door while tightening the Allen screw
makes installation easier.
The door handle may loosen over time or if it was installed improperly. If this happens, tighten the set screws on the
handles.
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Connecting the Water Supply
• A water supply line made of ¼ inch (6.4mm) OD, Plastic Water Tubing Clamp
to Ice Maker
from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the Ferrule
(Sleeve)
NOTE
moving refrigerator out for cleaning.)
Figure 1 Figure 2
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Controls
ice off Press and hold for three (3) seconds C / F Touch to toggle display from Fahren-
to turn the ice maker “ON” or “OFF”. heit to Celsius.
Turning the ice maker “OFF” disables default settings Hold to Reset all refrigerator settings
the ice dispensing feature. Neither such as temp, and temp display to
“CUBE” nor “CRUSH” will operate with their factory default settings.
the ice maker “OFF”.
power Press and hold for three (3) seconds
quick freeze Activates a faster rate for freezing to turn off the cooling system to clean
food. the refrigerator. It also turns off the
light On / Off ice maker, all dispenser functions. The
control lock Press and hold for three (3) seconds to temperature display will read OFF.
activate and deactivate. This restricts Your refrigerator is equipped with a touch control panel.
undesired changes to the refrigerator’s It is only necessary to gently touch the control panel.
settings and prevents use of the ice There are three (3) dispenser modes:
and water dispenser. 1 Water
2 Ice Cubes
IMPORTANT
3 Crushed Ice
When the ice maker is turned off, the ice in the bucket
A green indicator light will be illuminated above the active
should be transferred to the freezer or discarded to
feature.
prevent it from melting.
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Controls
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Controls
LCD Controls
options
User Interface power on-off Press and hold for three (3) seconds
to turn off the cooling system to
Your refrigerator is equipped with a user interface display. clean the refrigerator. It also turns
It is only necessary to touch the panel. There is no need off all dispenser functions. The tem-
to press with force. perature display will read “OF”.
Touch an icon (Water/Cube/Crush) to activate the
desired dispenser mode. IMPORTANT
Pressing the power off icon does not turn off power to
light on-off On / Off your refrigerator. You must unplug the power cord from
the wall outlet.
control lock Press and hold for three (3) seconds
to activate and deactivate. The
Lock icon will be displayed in the
LCD window. This restricts unde-
sired changes to the refrigerator’s
settings and prevents use of the ice
and water dispenser.
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Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser
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Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser (Continued)
CAUTION
If the water supply to your refrigerator is softened, be
sure the softener is properly maintained. Chemicals
from a water softener can damage the ice maker.
Cleaning the ice maker
Clean the ice maker and ice bin
at regular intervals, especially
prior to vacation or moving.
1 Turn off the ice maker.
Adjusting Ice Bin Auger
2 Remove the ice bin by
pulling straight out.
3 Empty and carefully
clean the ice bin with
mild detergent. Do not
use harsh or abrasive
Removing Ice Bin
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Storage Features
Crispers
CAUTION Crisper drawers are designed for storing fruits,
vegetables, and other fresh produce.
To avoid injury from breakage, handle tempered glass
shelves carefully.
NOTE
Features may vary according to model.
Shelf features
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Storage Features
Dairy Compartment
(select models)
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Storage Features
Removable Can Dispenser To reinstall upper basket, position basket onto the
retainer clips making sure the front of the basket rests in
The can dispenser holds six 12 ounce cans. Insert cans
the retainer clips on the stabilizer bar.
into top of bin and dispense from the bottom.
NOTE
If basket is not resting on stabilizer bar retainer clips,
the drawer will not close properly.
Can Dispenser
Dividers Removal
Lift up on the front of the divider and pull out.
Two Freezer Baskets
Basket Divider
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Storage Features
NOTE
Spill Guard Tray should be hand washed in warm water.
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storing food and saving energy
Ideas for storing foods • Avoid adding too much warm food to the freezer at
one time. This overloads the freezer, slows the rate
Fresh food storage of freezing, and can raise the temperature of frozen
• Keep the fresh food compartment between 34° F foods.
and 40° F with an optimum temperature of 37° F. • Leave a space between packages, so cold air can
• Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves, which circulate freely, allowing food to freeze as quickly
reduces air circulation and causes uneven cooling. as possible.
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Normal Operating Sounds and sights
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CHANGING THE FILTER
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CHANGING THE FILTER
Water Filter (some models) More about your Advanced Water Filter
The water filter is located at the top right side of the fresh The PureSource 3TM ice and water filter
food compartment. system is tested and certified to NSF/ANSI
Standards 42 and 53 for the reduction of claims
Replacing the Water Filter specified on the performance data sheet.
In general, you should change the water filter every six
months to ensure the highest possible water quality. Water Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of
Filter Status on the user interface prompts you to replace unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after
the filter after a standard amount of water (200 gallons/757 the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used
liters for PureSource 3TM) has flowed through the system. on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.
If your refrigerator has not been used for a period of time Test & certification results:
(during moving for example), change the filter before • Rated Capacity - 200 gallons/757 liters for
reinstalling the refrigerator. PureSource 3TM ice and water filter
• Rated service flow - .50 gallons per minute
• Operating Temp.: Min. 33°F, Max. 100°F
• Maximum Rated Pressure - 100 pounds per square inch
• Recommended Minimum Operating Pressure: 30
pounds per square inch
To replace your PureSource 3TM water filter:
It is not necessary to turn the water supply off to change
the filter. Be ready to wipe up any small amounts of water
released during the filter replacement.
Ordering Replacement Filters 1 Turn Off the ice maker power switch.
To order your replacement filters, please visit our online
store at www.frigidaire.com/store, by calling toll-free 2 Remove the filter by pushing on the end/face of the
at 877-808-4195, or by visiting the dealer where you filter.
purchased your refrigerator. Frigidaire recommends that you 3 Slide the old water filter cartridge straight out of the
order extra filters when you first install your refrigerator, and housing and discard it.
that you replace your filters at least once every six months.
4 Unpackage the new filter cartridge. Using the
Here is the product number to request when ordering: alignment guide, slide it gently into the filter housing
PureSource 3TM Water Filter until it stops against the snap-in connector at the
Part #WF3CB back of the housing.
5 Push firmly until the cartridge snaps into
NOTE place (you should hear a click as the cartridge
engages the snap-in connector).
When ordering your replacement filter, please reorder 6 Press a drinking glass against the water dispenser
the same filter type that is currently in your refrigerator. while checking for any leaks at the filter housing.
Any spurts and sputters that occur as the system
purges air out of the dispenser system are normal.
7 After filling one glass of water, continue flushing the
system for about four minutes.
8 Turn On the ice maker.
9 Press and hold the Water Filter button on the Ice
& Water Dispenser control panel for three seconds.
When the display changes from Red to Green, the
status has been reset.
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CHANGING THE FILTER
Replacing your PureAdvantageTM air filter Replacing your PureAdvantageTM air filter
To ensure optimal filtering of refrigerator odors, you To ensure optimal filtering of refrigerator odors, you
should change the air filter every six (6) months (the should change the air filter every six (6) months (the
filter status light on the Touch Panel prompts you to filter status light on the Touch Panel prompts you to
replace the filter after six (6) months). replace the filter after six (6) months).
1 Open the air filter door.
2 Remove the old filter and discard it.
3 Unpack the new filter and slide it into the housing.
4 To close the air filter door, push the top and bottom 1-877-4-Electrolux Replace at least every six months
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Care & Cleaning
NOTE
Do not use abrasive cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes,
concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior doors,
gaskets, or cabinet liners. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other abrasive cleaning materials.
• Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners, or strong alkaline solutions on any surface.
• Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel.
• Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher.
• Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning.
NOTE
If you set your temperature controls to turn off cooling, power to lights and other electrical components will continue
until you unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
• Remove adhesive labels by hand. Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the
appliance surface.
• Do not remove the serial plate. Removal of your serial plate voids your warranty.
• Before moving your refrigerator, raise the anti-tip brackets so the rollers will work correctly. This will prevent the
floor from being damaged.
CAUTION
• Pull the refrigerator straight out to move it. Shifting it from side to side may damage flooring. 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.
IMPORTANT
If you store or move your refrigerator in freezing temperatures, be sure to completely drain the water supply
system. Failure to do so could result in water leaks when the refrigerator is put back into service. Contact a service
representative to perform this operation.
Refer to the guide on the next page for details on caring and cleaning specific areas of your refrigerator.
Long Vacations • Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one (1) month or more.
• Turn the cooling system off (see “Controls” section for location of On/Off button) and disconnect power
cord.
• 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.
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Care & Cleaning
Manual).
2 Press inward firmly on
the front of the chute
and pull down.
3 Turn your refrigerator Pull Down
back on.
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Care & Cleaning
Refrigerator Light
Freezer Light
NOTE (select models one bulb)
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Before You Call
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Before You Call (continued)
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major appliance warranty
Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your original date of
purchase, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove
to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in
accordance 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 transferred from its original owner to another party or removed outside the USA or
Canada.
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 involve malfunction or defects in materials or workmanship, or for appliances
not in ordinary household use or used other than in accordance with the provided instructions.
8. Service calls to correct the installation of 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, or
knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts.
11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip
charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the 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 than
genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or
external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.
If You Need Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period
Service should 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 phone
numbers below.
This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances
North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp.
Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and parts under
this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or specifications as described
or illustrated are subject to change without notice.
USA Canada
1.800.944.9044 1.800.265.8352
Frigidaire Electrolux Canada Corp.
10200 David Taylor Drive 5855 Terry Fox Way
Charlotte, NC 28262 Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
L5V 3E4
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