Electrolux Side by Side Refrigerators User manual

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White-Westinghouse
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ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA
IC10501020
May 2001
SERVICE MANUAL
INTERNATIONAL COMPANY
Side by Side Refrigerators

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFE SERVICING PRACTICES ............................................................................ 5
SECTION A -INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS
Uncrating............................................................................................................................................. 6
Model and Serial Number...................................................................................................................... 6
Air Circulation ...................................................................................................................................... 6
Electrical Information ........................................................................................................................... 6
Leveling .............................................................................................................................................. 6
Door Removal....................................................................................................................................... 7
To Remove Refrigerator Door ........................................................................................................... 7
To Remove Freezer Door................................................................................................................. 7
SECTIONB-REFRIGERATORCABINET
Basic Construction............................................................................................................................... 9
Compressor Mounting .......................................................................................................................... 9
Insulation & Inner Liner......................................................................................................................... 9
Cabinet Doors, Inner Door Panels & Gaskets ......................................................................................... 9
Adjustable Door Bins...................................................................................................................... 9
Front and Rear Rollers.......................................................................................................................... 9
To Remove Front Roller Assembly .................................................................................................. 10
To Remove Rear Roller .................................................................................................................. 10
Touch-Up Procedure ............................................................................................................................ 10
Lacquer Refinishing........................................................................................................................ 10
SECTION C - ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Electrical Grounding ............................................................................................................................. 11
Compressor Electrical Components and Circuits ..................................................................................... 11
Solid State Relay........................................................................................................................... 11
To Check/Replace Relay ................................................................................................................ 11
Overload Protector ......................................................................................................................... 11
To Check/Replace Overload Protector ............................................................................................. 11
To Check/Replace Run Capacitor .................................................................................................... 12
Compressor Start Circuit ................................................................................................................ 12
Compressor Run Circuit.................................................................................................................. 12
Compressor Operating Characteristics ................................................................................................... 12
Compressor Electrical Check ................................................................................................................ 13
Perimeter and Mullion Hot Tube ............................................................................................................ 13
Evaporator Fan & Motor Assembly ........................................................................................................ 13
To Remove Evaporator Fan Motor ................................................................................................... 13
Defrost Thermostat .............................................................................................................................. 14
To Test Defrost Thermostat............................................................................................................ 14
To Remove Defrost Thermostat ...................................................................................................... 14
Defrost Heater ..................................................................................................................................... 15
To Remove Defrost Heater ............................................................................................................. 15
Control System ............................................................................................................................ 16
Freezer Compartment Control ......................................................................................................... 16
Fresh Food Compartment Control .................................................................................................... 17
Air Damper Control ............................................................................................................................ 18
Defrost Control ............................................................................................................................ 22
Output Voltage .................................................................................................................. 23
Initial Start & Power Interruptions ...................................................................................... 23
ADC Characteristics....................................................................................................................... 23
Vacation Mode .................................................................................................................. 23

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System Diagnostics............................................................................................................................... 24
System Exploded View Diagram ..................................................................................................... 25
Controls Exploded View Diagram (Rear Filter)................................................................................... 26
Controls Exploded View Diagram (Front Filter) .................................................................................. 27
SECTIOND-AIRCIRCULATION
Principles of Automatic Defrost Operation .............................................................................................. 28
Air Circulation Patterns......................................................................................................................... 28
SECTIONE-REFRIGERATIONSYSTEM
Definitions ........................................................................................................................................... 29
Recovery ...................................................................................................................................... 29
Recycling...................................................................................................................................... 29
Reclaim ........................................................................................................................................ 29
Safety Warnings .................................................................................................................................. 29
Compressor Testing ....................................................................................................................... 29
Charging Sealed Systems .............................................................................................................. 29
Soldering............................................................................................................................................. 30
Basic Components ............................................................................................................................... 30
Perimeter Hot Tube .............................................................................................................................. 30
Refrigerant Cycle ................................................................................................................................. 30
Low or High Side Leak or Undercharge................................................................................................... 30
Testing for Refrigerant Leaks ................................................................................................................ 31
Checking for Internal (Hot Tube) Leaks .................................................................................................. 31
Compressor Replacement..................................................................................................................... 31
To Flush The System..................................................................................................................... 31
To Use Dry Nitrogen To Flush The System ...................................................................................... 32
To Use Refrigerant To Flush The System ........................................................................................ 32
Installing a New Compressor................................................................................................................. 32
Evaporator Replacement ...................................................................................................................... 33
Heat Exchanger Replacement ............................................................................................................... 35
Perimeter Hot Tube Repair Kit............................................................................................................... 36
Condenser Replacement....................................................................................................................... 38
Filter-Drier Installation .......................................................................................................................... 38
Evacuating & Recharging ..................................................................................................................... 38
Equipment Needed for Evacuation & Recharging .............................................................................. 39
Installing Evacuation & Recharging Equipment ................................................................................. 39
Evacuating System........................................................................................................................ 39
Charging The System..................................................................................................................... 39
Final Leak Test.................................................................................................................................... 40
R-134a Service Information................................................................................................................... 41
Verify Refrigerant Type In The System ............................................................................................ 41
Dedicated Equipment ............................................................................................................... 41
R-134a Refrigeration Systems......................................................................................................... 41
Miscibility of R-134a and Ester Oil................................................................................................... 41
Water in Refrigeration System......................................................................................................... 42
Vacuum Pump Maintenance ........................................................................................................... 42
Refrigerant Leaks ........................................................................................................................... 43
Leak Detection .............................................................................................................................. 43
R-134a Properties .......................................................................................................................... 43
HFC-134a, CFC-12 Pressure Temperature Chart............................................................................... 44
R-134a Health & Safety Information....................................................................................................... 45
Inhalation Toxicity.......................................................................................................................... 45
Cardiac Sensitization ..................................................................................................................... 45
Spills or Leaks ............................................................................................................................... 45
Skin and Eye Contact .................................................................................................................... 45

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Combustibility of HFC-134a.............................................................................................................. 46
Leak Testing ........................................................................................................................... 46
Bulk Delivery & Storage ........................................................................................................... 46
Filling & Charging Systems................................................................................................. 46
Refrigerant Recovery Systems............................................................................................ 46
Thermal Decomposition .................................................................................................................. 46
SECTION F - ICE MAKER
Ice Maker for Side by Side Models ........................................................................................................ 47
Front Cover ................................................................................................................................... 47
Ice Maker Components ........................................................................................................................ 47
Ice Mold........................................................................................................................................ 47
Mold Heater................................................................................................................................... 47
Ice Stripper ................................................................................................................................... 47
Ice Ejector .................................................................................................................................... 47
Water Valve Assembly ................................................................................................................... 47
Thermostat.................................................................................................................................... 48
Sensing Arm & Linkage .................................................................................................................. 48
Timing Switches ............................................................................................................................ 48
Thermal Cutout (TCO) .................................................................................................................... 48
Timing Cam & Coupler ................................................................................................................... 48
Timing Gear .................................................................................................................................. 48
Motor ............................................................................................................................................ 48
Fill Trough ..................................................................................................................................... 48
Wiring ........................................................................................................................................... 48
Installing Water Supply Line to Ice Maker .............................................................................................. 49
Test Cycling Ice Maker ........................................................................................................................ 49
Water Valve Switch - Water Fill Switch .................................................................................................. 49
Parts Replacement .............................................................................................................................. 49
To Replace Front Cover.................................................................................................................. 49
To Replace Fill Trough & Bearings .................................................................................................. 50
To Replace Ice Stripper .................................................................................................................. 50
To Replace Motor & Switch Mounting Plate ...................................................................................... 50
To Replace Ejector Blades ............................................................................................................. 50
To Replace Motor .......................................................................................................................... 50
To Replace Water Fill Switch .......................................................................................................... 50
To Replace Hold Switch ................................................................................................................. 51
To Replace Ice Maker Control Arm Shut-Off Switch .......................................................................... 51
To Replace Ice Maker Thermostat................................................................................................... 51
To Replace Thermal Cut-Out (TCO) ................................................................................................. 51
To Replace Mold Heater ................................................................................................................. 52
Fault Diagnosis.................................................................................................................................... 52
Complaint - Ice Maker Fails To Start ............................................................................................... 52
Complaint - Ice Maker Fails To Complete Cycle ............................................................................... 52
Complaint - Ice Maker Fails To Stop At End Of Cycle ....................................................................... 52
Complaint - Ice Maker Continues To Eject When Container Is Full ..................................................... 52
Complaint - Ice Maker Produces Undersized Ice Cubes .................................................................... 52
Ice Maker Testing Procedures .............................................................................................................. 53
Operating Cycle ............................................................................................................................. 53
Operating Cycle Illustrations - Manual Cycle .................................................................................... 53
Operating Cycle Illustrations - Electrical........................................................................................... 54
Operating Cycle Illustrations - Mechanical........................................................................................ 60
Ice Maker - Exploded View ................................................................................................................... 63
Ice Maker Wiring Diagrams (Enlarged View) ........................................................................................... 64

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SECTION G - ICE & WATER DISPENSER
Ice Dispenser Container & Rail Assembly ................................................................................................ 65
Dispenser Auger Motor & Solenoid Assembly................................................................................... 65
To Remove Auger Motor........................................................................................................... 65
To Test Auger Motor ................................................................................................................. 65
To Remove Solenoid Assembly ................................................................................................ 65
To Test Solenoid Assembly....................................................................................................... 66
To Remove Lamp Socket & Light Bulb ...................................................................................... 66
Ice Auger & Crusher Assembly ............................................................................................................. 66
To Replace Crusher Blades ............................................................................................................ 66
Ice & Water Dispenser Assembly .......................................................................................................... 67
Feature Levels............................................................................................................................... 67
Seven Selection Dispenser ............................................................................................................. 67
Five Selection Dispenser ................................................................................................................ 67
Four Selection Dispenser................................................................................................................ 67
Three Selection Dispenser .............................................................................................................. 67
Ice & Water Only ........................................................................................................................... 68
To Gain Access to Control Area ............................................................................................................ 68
Models With Electronic Control ............................................................................................................. 69
Fast Freeze - Fast Ice.......................................................................................................................... 71
Voltage Testing ................................................................................................................................... 73
To Remove Control Board..................................................................................................................... 74
SECTION H - WATER SYSTEM
Water Systems.................................................................................................................................... 75
Water Valve ........................................................................................................................................ 75
PureSource Water Filters...................................................................................................................... 75
Water Tanks ........................................................................................................................................ 76
To Test The Water Fill System ............................................................................................................. 78
APPENDIXA
Connecting Ice Maker To Water Supply ................................................................................................. A2
Automatic Ice Maker Tips..................................................................................................................... A3
APPENDIX B
Exploded Views Index.......................................................................................................................... B1
Cabinet ......................................................................................................................................... B2
Freezer Door ................................................................................................................................. B3
RefrigeratorDoor............................................................................................................................ B4
Shelves ........................................................................................................................................ B5
Controls with Front Filter................................................................................................................. B6
Controls with Rear Filter ................................................................................................................. B7
System......................................................................................................................................... B8
Ice Maker...................................................................................................................................... B9
Ice Dispenser ................................................................................................................................ B10
Electronic Ice Dispenser................................................................................................................. B11
Ice Container ................................................................................................................................. B12
Wiring Diagram .............................................................................................................................. B13
Performance Data .......................................................................................................................... B15
Notes............................................................................................................................................ B16

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ATTENTION!!!
Thisservicemanualisintendedforusebypersonshavingelectricalandmechnicaltraining
andalevelofknowledgeofthesesubjectsgenerallyconsideredacceptableintheappliance
repairtrade.ElectroluxHomeProductscannotberesponsible,norassumeanyliability,for
injury or damage of any kind arising from the use of this manual.
©2001 White Consolidated Industries
SAFE SERVICING PRACTICES - ALL APPLIANCES
Toavoid personalinjuryand/orpropertydamage,itisimportantthatSafeServic-
ing Practices be observed. The following are some limited examples of safe
practices:
1. DO NOT attempt a product repair if you have any doubts as to your ability to
complete it in a safe and satisfactory manner.
2. Before servicing or moving an appliance:
•Removethepowercordfromtheelectricaloutlet,tripthecircuitbreakertothe
OFF position, or remove the fuse.
•Turn off the gas supply.
•Turnoff thewater supply.
3. Never interfere with the proper operation of any safety device.
4. USE ONLY REPLACEMENT PARTS CATALOGED FOR THIS
APPLIANCE. SUBSTITUTIONS MAY DEFEAT COMPLIANCE WITH
SAFETY STANDARDS SET FOR HOME APPLIANCES.
5. GROUNDING: ThestandardcolorcodingforsafetygroundwiresisGREEN,or
GREEN with YELLOW STRIPES. Ground leads are not to be used as current
carrying conductors. It is EXTREMELY important that the service technician
reestablishallsafetygroundsprior tocompletionofservice. Failuretodoso will
create a hazard.
6. Prior to returning the product to service, ensure that:
•All electrical connections are correct and secure
•All electrical leads are properly dressed and secured away from sharp
edges, high-temperature components, and moving parts
•All non-insulated electrical terminals, connectors, heaters, etc. are
adequately spaced away from all metal parts and panels
•All safety grounds (both internal and external) are correctly and securely
connected
•All panels are properly and securely reassembled

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UNCRATING
Uncratinginstructionsareclearlyprintedontheshipping
carton.Undernocircumstances should arefrigeratorbe
uncrated until these instructions have been read.
Additional handling and installation information is
provided in the "Installation Tips" affixed to the
refrigeratordoorandintheOwner'sGuide,locatedinone
of the drawers inside the refrigerator. Pay particular
attention to the information regarding hand trucking,
leveling and door alignment.
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER
Model and Serial Numbers are found on the Serial Plate
located on the ceiling of the refrigerator compartment,
just behind the compartment light, or on the right side at
the top (See Figure A1).
AIR CIRCULATION
Proper air circulation must be maintained for efficient
refrigerator operation. Refer to the Owner's Guide for
recommended clearances. Install the refrigerator out of
direct sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher, or
other heat sources.
CAUTION: Do not install the refrigerator where
the temperature will drop below 55°F (13°C), or
riseabove110°F(43°C)becausethecompressor
willnotbeabletomaintainpropertemperatures.
Allow an extra 3/8" on the top and sides, and 1" from the
back for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and
plumbingand electricalconnections. Ifthe hingeside of
the unit is placed against a wall, allow a ½" minimum
between hinges and wall to permit proper door swing.
NOTE: Do not block the toe grille on the lower front
of the refrigerator. Sufficient air circulation is
essential for proper operation of the refrigerator.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
The refrigerator must be plugged into a dedicated AC
only electrical outlet. The circuit should be protected by
a circuit breaker or time delay type fuse of the capacity
noted on the serial plate.
NOTE: Ifvoltagevariesby±10%ofsupplyvoltage,
performance of the refrigerator may be affected.
Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power
can damage the compressor.
The refrigerator power cord is equipped with a three prong
grounding plug. It must be plugged directly into a properly
grounded three prong receptacle. The receptacle must be
installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances.
Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
SECTION A
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
LEVELING
The refrigerator must be leveled with all bottom corners
resting firmly on a solid floor. Adjust the front rollers to
levelthecabinetfromside-to-sideandfront-to-rear.Keep
the cabinet as low as possible for stability. Never adjust
the cabinet rollers so the front is lower than the rear.
To adjust the front rollers:
1. Open refrigerator and freezer doors.
2. Removetoegrillebypullingitstraightout.(SeeFigure
A2.)
3. Adjustrollersbyturningeachrolleradjustingboltwith
flat-bladescrewdriver,adjustablewrench,3/8"socket
wrench, or 3/8" nutdriver until refrigerator is level and
stable. (See Figure A3.)
Raise
Figure A3
Figure A2
Figure A1
NOTE: Rear rollers are not adjustable.

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DOOR REMOVAL
NOTE: If installation requires the removal of the
doors,tracearoundallhingeswithasoftleadpencil
for easy relocation.
1. Disconnect electrical supply.
2. Open both doors, then remove toe grille.
3. Close doors.
To Remove Refrigerator Door:
1. Remove top hinge cover screw. Remove cover.
2. Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil. This will
makeiteasiertorealigndoorswhentheyarereplaced.
3. Remove top hinge.
4. Lift refrigerator door off bottom hinge pin. Set door
aside.
5. Remove bottom hinge, if necessary.
6. Reverse this procedure to reinstall refrigerator door.
To Remove Freezer Door:
1. Disconnect water line that goes through lower hinge
of freezer door at connection located under front of
freezer: grip water line firmly in one hand, then with
3/8" wrench or fingers, push in on gray collar to
release water connector.
2. Remove top hinge screw on freezer door, then
remove cover.
3. Disconnect wiring harness connector plug at top
hinge: place your thumbs on flat sides of each
connector bending both sides back and forth, then
with form grasp, pull both pieces apart.

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4. Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil. This will
make it easier to realign doors when they are
reinstalled.
5. Remove top hinge, allowing wiring harness to pull
through hinge.
6. Lift freezer door off bottom hinge pin. Lay door down
flat to avoid kinking water line.
Screws
Water
Line
Tubing
Hinge
Assembly
Door
7. Remove bottom hinge, if necessary.
8. Reverse this procedure to reinstall freezer door.

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Roller
Assembly
Roller
Mounting
Bolts
Roller
Adjusting
Bolt
Roller
Mounting
Screw
SECTION B - REFRIGERATOR CABINET
Adjustable Door Bins
Some models have adjustable door bins that can be
moved to suit individual needs.
To move door bins:
1. Lift bin straight up.
2. Remove bin.
3. Place bin in desired position.
4. Lower bin onto supports until locked in place.
CABINET DOORS AND GASKETS
The exterior door panels are made from one piece of
heavy gauge, deep drawn, cold-rolled steel. A wide
flangeattheperipheryisformedintegralwiththeexterior
door panel.
NextgenerationmodeldoorsarefilledwithrigidUrethane
foam insulation prior to assembly of the inner panel and
door gasket.
The door inner panels are vacuum formed from high
strength plastic.
BASICCONSTRUCTION
Nextgenerationmodelshavecleanbackcabinetsand/or
forced air condensers. The condenser is located under
the cabinet bottom. The cabinet wrapper consists of a
one-piecetopandsidesformedofprepaintedsteel,with
an interlocking, snap-in, galvanized steel back panel. A
separate steel frame is attached to the cabinet bottom.
The compressor compartment houses the compressor,
condenser, and fan motor.
Allcabinetseamshavespecialsealingmaterialsapplied
as vapor barriers, prior to installation of the inner liner
and foam insulation.
COMPRESSORMOUNTING
All next generation models side by sides will have a
dynamic condenser and a unitary drain pan assembly
that is mounted to the bottom of the refrigerator cabinet
just behind the toe grille. (See Figure B1.)
The compressor is
mounted on rubber
grommets with metal
inserts, then bolted to
the base using four Hex
head, 14-28 shoulder
screws. (See Figure B2)
INSULATION AND
INNER LINER
The cabinet wrapper and
compartment liner are
bonded together with a
core of "Urethane" foam
insulation to form a slim
three-ply wall of single-
unit construction.
Shoulder Screws
Washers
Inserts
Rubber
Grommets
Figure B2
Theonepiecefreezerandtheonepiecefoodinnerliners
are vacuum formed of tough corrosion-proof ABS/HIPS
plastic material. The liners are not removable.
FRONT AND REAR ROLLERS
Thefrontrollerismountedwithtwoscrewstothecabinet
base and one screw to the front of the cabinet. (See
Figure B4) The adjustment screw at the top of the roller
is turned clockwise to raise the cabinet, and counter-
clockwise to lower the cabinet (See Figure B5). While
makingadjustments,slightlyraisethecabinettoreduce
the strain on the roller assembly.
Figure B4
Figure B3
Figure B1
Drain Pan