Electrolux EI26SS55GS User manual

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Not satisfied with the installation of your refrigerator? Please contact the store you purchased it from.
Installation Instructions for Side-By-Side Refrigerator
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To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker
Inlet Valve
1. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power
source.
2. Place end of water supply line into sink or
bucket. Turn ON water supply and flush sup-
ply line until water is clear. Turn OFF water
supply at shutoff valve.
3. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet and
discard cap.
4. If you use copper tubing - Slide brass
compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) onto
water supply line. Push water supply line
into water valve inlet as far as it will go
(¼ inch/6.4 mm). Slide ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut onto
valve. Tighten another half turn with a wrench; DO NOT over tighten. See Figure 1.
If you use stainless steel tubing - The nut and ferrule are already assembled on the tubing. Slide
compression nut onto valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut onto valve. Tighten another
half turn with a wrench; DO NOT over tighten. See Figure 2.
5. With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply line (copper tubing only) to rear panel of refrigerator
as shown.
6. Coil excess water supply line (copper tubing only), about 2½ turns, behind refrigerator as shown
and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface.
7. Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that leak.
8. Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source.
9. To turn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm (side mounted) or set the ice maker’s On/Off power
switch to the “I” position (rear mounted).
Place In Permanent Position
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.
Plug in the power cord, and push the refrigerator straight back into place.
Level Refrigerator & Adjust Doors (if necessary)
To install toe grille
1Open both doors. Slide left and right sides of toe grille over
lower hinges of refrigerator.
2While pushing toe grille firmly against cabinet, fasten bottom
clips of toe grille to cabinet.
3Fasten top clips to cabinet.
4Close the doors. Fasten right and left side clips into groove of bottom hinge.
To remove toe grille
1With both doors closed, unfasten right and left side clips of toe
grille from bottom hinge grove.
2Open both doors. Press firmly on top of toe grille until top of toe
grille pops off.
3Pull toe grille outward towards your body and off of lower hinges.
NOTE: Level the unit with the adjustable rollers before leveling the doors.
To level the doors using the adjustable lower hinge (some models):
1Before leveling either door, remove set screw that locks door height into posi-
tion. (The door cannot be adjusted without set screw removed.)
2If the refrigerator door is lower than the freezer door, raise the refrigerator
door by turning the adjustment screw counterclockwise using a 7/16 inch
wrench. (See illustration.)
3If the freezer door is lower than the refrigerator door, raise the
freezer door by turning the adjustment screw counterclockwise
using a 7/16 inch wrench. (See illustration.)
4After leveling, verify door stop contacts lower hinge and top of door
does not contact upper hinge through full movement of door (from
fully closed to fully open).
5Replace the toe grille by fitting it into place.
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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.
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lter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.
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registeronlineatwww.electroluxusa.com.oryoucansimply
send in the Registration Card.
And thank you for choosing Electrolux.
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Adjustable
Wrench
Socket
Wrench Set
OR
Phillips Head
™
Tools Necessary:
3/8” Fixed
Wrench
AND OR
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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
1/4” (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ltermustbeushwithlterhousing
(some models)
Final Checks
Shipping material removed
Fresh Food and Freezer temperatures set
Crisper Humidity controls set
Registration Card sent in
Installation Checkoff List
Prepare The Installation Site
Your refrigerator is designed to be part of a built-in kitchen
cabinet system. Be sure to coordinate site preparation and
installation with your kitchen contractor.
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.
 • 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.
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical
connections: Sides & Top: 3/8 inch Rear: 1 inch
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).
When using a hand truck:
 • Loadrefrigeratorfromsideofcabinetonly.
 • Donotrunretainingstrapsoverhandles.
 • Donotover-tightenretainingstraps.
 • Neveruserefrigeratorhandlestomovetherefrigerator.
 • Removetapefromdoorsonlyafterunitisinplace.
Connect Water Supply
Location of these materials may vary depending on your model.
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.
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.
NOTE
Information about cabinetry construction
for Electrolux products is available for
contractors. Call 1-877-435-3287.
CAUTION
Room temperatures below 55°F
(13°C) or above 110°F (43°C)
will impair cooling ability of your
refrigerator’s compressor.
CAUTION
Shifting the refrigerator from side to
side may damage flooring.
NOTE
• 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.
• SeeyourUse&CareGuidefordetailedinformationaboutsettingupandoperatingtheIce&
Water Dispensing system.
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).
CAUTION
• Shiftingtherefrigeratorfromside
to side may damage flooring.
• Donotblockthetoegrilleon
the lower front of your refriger-
ator. Sufficient air circulation is
essential for proper operation.
Before Installing The Water Supply Line, You Will Need:
 • BasicTools:adjustablewrench,at-bladescrewdriver,
and PhillipsTM screwdriver
 • Accesstoahouseholdcoldwaterlinewithwater
pressure between 30 and 100 psi.
 • Awatersupplylinemadeof¼inch(6.4mm)OD,copper
or stainless steel tubing. To determine the length of
tubing needed, measure the distance from the ice maker
inlet valve at the back of
the refrigerator to your
cold water pipe. Then add
approximately 7 feet (2.1
meters), so the refrigerator
can be moved out for
cleaning (as shown).
 • Ashutoffvalvetoconnect
the water supply line to your
household water system. DO
NOT use a self-piercing type
shutoff valve.
 • Acompressionnut
and ferrule (sleeve) for
connecting a copper water
supply line to the ice maker
inlet valve.
WARNING
To avoid electric shock, which can
cause death or severe personal in-
jury, disconnect the refrigerator from
electrical power before connecting a
water supply line to the refrigerator.
CAUTION
To Avoid Property Damage:
• CopperorStainlessSteelbraidedtubingisrecom-
mended for the water supply line. Water supply tubing
made of ¼ inch plastic is not recommended to be used.
Plastic tubing greatly increases the potential for water
leaks, and the manufacturer will not be responsible for
any damage if plastic tubing is used for the supply line.
• DONOTinstallwatersupplytubinginareaswheretem-
peratures fall below freezing.
• Chemicalsfromamalfunctioningsoftenercandamagethe
ice maker. If the ice maker is connected to soft water, en-
sure that the softener is maintained and working properly.
IMPORTANT
After connecting the water supply, refer to “How to Prime the
Water Supply System” for important information about priming
an empty water supply system.
Your refrigerator’s water supply system includes several
tubing lines, a water filter, a water valve, and a water tank.
To ensure that your water dispenser works properly, this
system must be completely filled with water when your
refrigerator is first connected to the household water
supply line.
Copper water line
from household water supply
(Includeenough tubing in loop to allow
moving refrigerator out for cleaning.)
Ferrule
(Sleeve)
Copper
water line
WaterValve
Valve Inlet
Water Valve
Bracket
Steel
Clamp
Plastic Water Tubing
to Ice Maker
Fill Tu be Brass
Compression
Nut
12
Hinge
Flange
Set Screw
(some models)
Door Stop
Flange
Hinge
Open Door
7/16”Wrench
and 3/32” Hex Key
(some models)