Electrolux EI23CS55GS1 User manual

241978406 January 2013
Use & Care Guide
French Door Bottom Freezer/Refrigerator
Guia de Uso y Cuidado
Refrigerador con congelador inferior de puerta doble
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Réfrigérateur à portes françaises/Congélateur en bas
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2Finding Information
Please read and save this guide
Thank you for choosing Electrolux, our new premium
brand in home appliances. This Use & Care Guide is
part of our commitment to customer satisfaction and
product quality throughout the service life of your new
appliance.
Purchase date
Electrolux model number
Electrolux serial number
Keep a record for quick
reference
Finding Information .............................................. 2
Safety............................................................... 3
Feature Overview ................................................. 5
Installation......................................................... 6
Removing the Doors ............................................10
Connecting the Water Supply..................................12
Controls ...........................................................14
Automatic Ice & Water Maker/Dispenser ....................17
Storage Features ................................................19
Storing Food and Saving Energy ..............................24
Normal Operating Sounds & Sights ..........................25
Changing the Water and Air Filters ...........................26
Care and Cleaning...............................................28
Solutions to Common Problems...............................31
Warranty ..........................................................35
Table of contents
Questions?
For toll-free telephone support in the U.S. and Canada:
1-877-4ELECTROLUX (1-877-435-3287)
For online support and product information visit http://
www.electroluxicon.com
NOTE
Registering your product with Electrolux enhances
our ability to serve you.You can register online at
www.electroluxappliances.com or by sending your
Product Registration Card in the mail.
Doors
Handles are secure and tight
Door seals completely to cabinet on all sides
Freezer door is level across the top
Leveling
Refrigerator is level, side-to-side and tilted ¼”
(6mm) front-to-back
Toe grille is properly attached to refrigerator
Cabinet is setting solid on all corners
Electrical Power
House power turned on
Refrigerator plugged in
Ice Maker
House water supply connected to refrigerator
No water leaks present at all connections -
recheck in 24 hours
Ice maker is turned ON
Ice & water dispenser operates correctly
Front filter must be flush with filter housing
(select models)
Final Checks
Shipping material removed
Fresh food and freezer temperatures set
Crisper humidity controls set
Registration card sent in
Installation Checklist

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Safety
Important safety instructions
General Safety
Safety Precautions
Do not attempt to install or operate your unit until
you have read the safety precautions in this manual.
Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a
Danger, Warning, or Caution based on the risk type.
Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
 • Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherammable
liquids near 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.
 • Avoidcontactwithanymovingpartsofthe
automatic ice maker.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
IMPORTANT
Indicates installation, operation, or maintenance
information which is important but not hazard-related.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
WARNING
Please read all safety instructions before using
your new refrigerator.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury.
 • Removeallstaplesfromthecartontoavoid
injury. Staples can also damage finishes if
they come in contact with other appliances or
furniture.
Child Safety
Packing Materials:
 • Packingcartonscoveredwithrugs,bedspreads,
plastic sheets, or stretch wrap may become
airtight chambers and can quickly cause
suffocation.
 • Destroyorrecycletheproduct’scarton,plastic
bags, and any other exterior wrapping material
immediately after the refrigerator is unpacked.
Children should never play with these items.
Child Entrapment and Suffocation:
 • Theseproblemsarenotlimitedtothepast.
Whether junked, abandoned, or temporarily
stored (even for a few hours), unattended
refrigerators and freezers are dangerous. Please
take the precautions listed below.
Proper Disposal of Refrigerators/Freezers
We strongly encourage responsible appliance
recycling/disposal methods. Check with your utility
company or visit www.energystar.gov/recycle for more
information on recycling your old refrigerator.
Before you recycle or dispose of your old refrigerator/
freezer:
 • Removethe
doors.
 • Leavethe
shelves and
baskets in
place so
children may
not easily
climb inside.
 • Have
refrigerant and
compressor oil removed by a qualified service
technician.

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 • The refrigerator must be plugged into its own
dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz, AC-only non-GFCI
electric outlet. The power cord of the appliance
is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for
your protection against electrical shock hazards.
It must be plugged directly into a properly
grounded three-prong receptacle. The receptacle
must be installed in accordance with local codes
and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician.
Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug.
 • Ifthepowercordisdamaged,itshouldbe
replaced by the manufacturer, service technician,
or a qualified person.
 • Neverunplugtherefrigeratorbypullingonthe
powercord.Alwaysgriptheplugrmlyand
pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent
damaging the power cord.
 • Toavoidelectricalshock,unplugtherefrigerator
before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb
or LED light.
 • Performancemaybeaffectedifthevoltagevaries
by 10% or more. Operating the refrigerator with
insufficient power can damage the compressor.
Such damage is not covered under your warranty.
 • Donotplugtheunitintoanoutletcontrolledbya
wall switch or pull cord to prevent the refrigerator
from being turned off accidentally.
Electrical information
Grounding type wall receptacle
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Safety
WARNING
You must follow these guidelines to ensure
that your refrigerator’s safety mechanisms are
operating correctly.
IMPORTANT
To turn off power to your refrigerator, unplug the
power cord from the wall outlet.

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Feature Overview
Understanding features and terms
Your Electrolux refrigerator is designed for optimal convenience and storage flexibility. The illustration below is
provided to assist you with familiarizing yourself with product features and terminology.
NOTE
*Features may vary according to model. Model is shown without freezer drawer cover.
IMPORTANT
Features not included with your refrigerator can be purchased at
www.electroluxicon.com or by calling 1-877-435-3287.
Toe Grille
Dairy CompartmentIce Bin Ice Maker
Custom
DesignTM
Shelves
*Freezer Baskets
(top basket select
models only)
*Custom TempTM
Drawer (CTD)
or Deli Drawer
(with humidity slides)
Crisper
Drawer
Crisper
Drawer
Air
Filter
Water
Filter
*Adjustable
Hinges
*Incandescent Light
*LED Light
Tilt Can
Bin
*Special
Items Rack
(inside CTD)
*LED Light *LED Light
Flipper Guide
Flipper
Mullion
Custom
DesignTM
Shelves
Air
Filter

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This Use & Care Guide provides general installation
and operating instructions for your model. We
recommend using a service or kitchen contracting
professional to install your refrigerator. Use the
refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care
Guide. Before starting the refrigerator, follow these
important first steps.
Location
 • Chooseaplacethatisnearagrounded,non-
GFCI, electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension
cord or an adapter plug.
 • Ifpossible,placetherefrigeratoroutofdirect
sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher, or
other heat sources.
 • Therefrigeratormustbeinstalledonaoorthat
is level and strong enough to support a fully
loaded refrigerator.
 • Considerwatersupplyavailabilityformodels
equipped with an automatic ice maker.
Installation
 • Allowthefollowingclearancesforeaseof
installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing
and electrical connections:
Sides & Top ³⁄₈ inch (9.5 mm)
Back 1 inch (25.4 mm)
Door opening
Installation
Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy
access to a counter when removing food. For best
use of refrigerator drawers and freezer baskets, the
refrigerator should be in a position where both can be
fully opened.
Guidelines for final positioning
of your refrigerator
 • Allfourcornersofthecabinetmustrestrmlyon
the floor.
 • Thecabinetshouldbelevelatthefrontandrear.
 • Thesidesshouldtilt¼inch(6mm)fromfront
to back (to ensure that doors close and seal
properly).
 • Doorsshouldalignwitheachotherandbelevel.
CAUTION
DO NOT install the refrigerator where the temperature
will drop below 55°F (13°C) or rise above 110°F
(43°C).The compressor will not be able to maintain
proper temperatures inside the refrigerator.
DO NOT block the toe grille on the lower front of your
refrigerator. Sufficient air circulation is essential for
the proper operation of your refrigerator.
NOTE
If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge
against a wall, you may have to allow additional space
so the door can be opened wider.
Tools Necessary:
PhillipsTM Head
or
#2 Square Drive
Head
(OR) AND OR OR OR
Socket
Wrench Set
Adjustable
Wrench
3/8” Fixed
Wrench
1/4” Nut
Driver
Top Hinge
Cover Front
Screw
Top Hinge
Cover Rear
Screw
Lower
Hinge
Screw
Top
Hinge
Screw
Components Provided:
Required Tools
You will need the following tools:

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Installation
Leveling Freezer Drawer (if necessary)
1Check gasket seal around top, bottom, and sides
of freezer drawer.
2If gasket is not sealed, open drawer and slightly
loosen four (4) drawer screws (two (2) on each
side) to allow drawer to rotate (see illustration).
3Close drawer and recheck the seal on the gasket
(A).Openthedrawergrabbingbythesidesinthe
center (B). Be careful not to rotate the drawer.
1Slightly open freezer drawer.
2Remove the toe grille (following the illustrations
below for the toe grille on your model).
Figure 1: Remove screws and then gently pull forward.
4Tighten four (4) drawer screws.
5Recheck gasket seal.
Level Refrigerator & Adjust Doors
(if necessary)
Guidelines for final positioning of your refrigerator:
 • Allfourcornersofthecabinetmustrestrmlyon
the floor.
 • Thesidesshouldtilt¼inch (6 mm) from front
to back (to ensure that doors close and seal
properly).
 • Doorsshouldalignwitheachotherandbelevel.
Most of these conditions can be met by raising or
lowering the adjustable front rollers.
To level the cabinet using the front rollers:
Push
Against
Freezer
Drawer
Grab Drawer
At Center
From Both
Sides Then
Pull Drawer
Out
A B
Raise
Lower
Anti-tip
Leg
Door
Door
3 You can raise or lower each door. Use a ⅜inch socket
wrench to turn the adjustment screws (1 per side).
To raise: turn adjustment screw clockwise.
To lower: turn adjustment screw counterclockwise.
4Ensure both doors are bind-free with their seals
touching the cabinet on all four sides and that cabinet
is stable.
5 Afterunitisleveled,loweranti-tipleguntilitcontacts
the floor.
6Install the toe grille by fitting into place (replacing
screws on some models).
Remove Hex
Head Drawer
Screw
Remove
Hex Head
Drawer
Screw
Do Not Remove
Other Screws
Remove Hex
Head Drawer
Screw
Remove
Hex Head
Drawer
Screw
Figure 2: Lift the toe grille and gently pull forward.
Figure 1
Shoulder
Screw
Clip
Shoulder
Screws
Toe
Grille
Figure 2

8Installation
To adjust the door stop:
Door stop is adjustable between 85 to 145 degrees.
1Open door to provide access to set screw.
2Loosen set screw.
3 Adjustdoortodesiredlocation.
4Rotate door stop until it makes contact with the
lower hinge.
5Re-tighten set screw.
Open
Door
90
Degrees
Bottom of Door
Loosen or Remove
Set Screw
Loosen/Remove Set Screw (where applicable)
6Ensure door stops in desired location before
resuming normal use.
To level the doors using the adjustable lower hinge
(select models):
1Remove all food items from door bins on door
being adjusted.
2Open doors to 90 degrees.
3Loosen or remove set screw.
Rotate
Door to Desired
Location
Adjusting Door
Gire el
tope de
la puerta
Vuelva a
apretar el
tornillo de
fijación
Re-tighten Set Screw
NOTE
View shown is looking up at the bottom of the
refrigerator door.
Adjustable Door Stop
Min
Open
Max
Open
Door
Stop
Lower
Hinge
Set
Screw

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Flipper
Mullion
Hinge
Flipper
Mullion
Set
Screw
Adjusting Flipper Mullion Screw
Installation
To adjust the flipper mullion:
1 Loosen the set screw located on the flipper
mullion hinge.
2 Adjustippermullionheight.Forproper
connection with the flipper mullion guide, there
should be a separation about the thickness of a
coin (0.060 inches, or 1.5 mm) between the guide
and flipper mullion.
3Re-tighten set screw.
4Lift the door while adjusting the washer. To
raise the door, rotate washer clockwise (when
viewed from the bottom). To lower door, rotate
washer counter-clockwise (when viewed from the
bottom).
5Re-tighten the set screw (where applicable),
ensuring it is between the spokes of the set
washer. Set screw will not be tight, just insert until
it is flush with the hinge.
Flipper
Mullion
Mullion
Guide
Thickness
of a Coin
Adjusting Flipper Mullion Height
Re-tighten Set Screw
Hinge
Washer Spokes
Set Screw
Flush
Set Screw (where applicable)
Lower
Door
Hinge
Washer
Raise
Door
Raising/Lowering Door

10
Approximately
5 Feet
Water
Line
Press
Press
To remove the refrigerator doors:
1 Tracelightlyaroundthedoor’stophingeswitha
pencil. This makes reinstallation easier.
2Disconnect the harness by grasping both sides of the
connector firmly, depress the latch, and pull apart.
Remove the two (2) screws from the top hinge. Lift
the door off of the bottom hinge and set it aside.
3Detach the water tube from the connector located
behind the refrigerator and pull the tube back out
to the front of the unit. The connector releases
when you press inward on the outer sleeve while
pushing the tube toward the connector then while
continuing to hold in the sleeve, pull the tube
away.
Removing the Doors
Getting through narrow spaces
If your refrigerator will not fit through an entrance area,
you can remove the doors. Check first by measuring the
entrance.
To prepare for removing the doors:
1Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged
from the wall outlet.
2Open the freezer drawer and remove the toe
grille (see “Installation” section).
3Remove any food from the door shelves and
close the doors.
To remove the top hinge covers:
1Remove the two (2) screws from each cover over
the top door hinges.
2Lift inside edge of hinge cover and tilt back.
NOTE
DO NOT remove the ground screw from hinge.
Rear
Cover
Screw
Ground
Screw
Top
Hinge
Top Hinge
Cover
Hinge
Screws
Multi-wire
Cables
Leave
Hinge
With
Door
Front
Cover Screw
Water
Line
Rear
Cover
Screw
Top
Hinge
Ground
Screw
Front
Cover Screw
Top Hinge
Cover
Hinge
Screws
Two Wire
Cables
Leave
Hinge
With
Door
NOTE
Use care while pulling the water tube from the unit to
be sure that you do not kink the tube.