Frigidaire FRS26ZSGW4 User manual

Versión en Español ............ 2
ProductRegistration .......... 2
ImportantSafetyInstructions ... 2-3
FirstSteps .................. 3
Energy Saving Ideas ........... 4
Settingthe Controls ........... 4
Fresh Food Storage ........... 5
Shelves .................... 6
Automatic Ice and Water
Dispenser ................ 7-10
Care and Cleaning ......... 11-12
Removing Handles and Doors ....13
AvoidService Checklist ..... 14-17
Normal Operating Sounds ......17
Warranty(United States) .......18
Service Information (Canada) ....19
Warranty (Canada) ...........20
P/N 218854500B (9809)

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Product Registration Record the Model Number and Serial Number of this refrigerator in the space
providedbelow.Thesenumbers arefound onthe serialplate, locatedon theceiling
ofthe refrigeratorcompartment.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Register Your Product
The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD should be filled in completely,
signedandreturned toFrigidaire,or inCanada,Frigidaire Canada.
Versión en español
Si desea obtener una copia en español de este
Manual del Usuario, sírvase escribir la dirección
que se incluye a continuación. Solicite la P/N
218854600.
Spanish Owner's Guides
Frigidaire Home Products
P.O. Box 212378
Augusta, Georgia 30917
Important Safety
Instructions
© 1998WhiteConsolidatedIndustries,Inc.
Allrightsreserved.
For Your Safety
Donot store oruse gasoline orother flammable vaporsand liquids inthe vicinity
ofthis,oranyotherappliance. Readproductlabelsforflammabilityandotherwarnings.
Child Safety
• Destroycarton, plasticbags,and anyexteriorwrappingmaterialimmediately
after the refrigerator is unpacked. Children should never use these items for
play.Cartonscovered withrugs,bedspreads, plastic sheets,or stretch wrap
may become airtight chambers that can quickly cause suffocation.
• Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can cause severe cuts, and ruin
finishesif theycome incontact withother appliancesor furniture.
• An empty, discarded ice box, refrigerator, or freezer is a very dangerous
attraction to children. Remove door of any appliance that is not in use,
even if it is being discarded.
Electrical Information
These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in the
design of this refrigerator will operate properly.
•Refrigerator must be plugged into its own 115 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only
electrical outlet. The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three-
prong grounding plug, for your protection against shock hazards. It must be
pluggeddirectlyinto aproperly grounded three-prongreceptacle.The recep-
taclemust beinstalled inaccordance withlocal codesand ordinances.Consult
a qualified electrician. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR AN ADAPTER
PLUG.
• Ifvoltagevaries by10percent or more,performanceof your refrigeratormay
be affected. Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power can damage
the compressor. Such damage is not covered under your warranty. If you
suspect your voltage is high or low, consult your power company for testing.
• Toprevent therefrigeratorfrombeingturnedoffaccidentally, donot plugthe
unitinto anoutletcontrolled byawall switchor pullcord.
• Do not pinch, knot, or bend the power cord in any manner.
Read all instructions before
using this refrigerator.
Avoid fire hazard or
electric shock. Do not use an
extensioncordor an adapterplug.
Do not remove any prong from
power cord.
Proper Disposal of
Your Refrigerator/Freezer
Risk of child entrapment.
Child entrapment and suffocation are
not problems of the past. Junked or
abandonedrefrigeratorsorfreezersare
stilldangerous—eveniftheywillsitfor
"justafewdays."Ifyouaregettingridof
youroldrefrigeratororfreezer,please
follow the instructions below to help
preventaccidents.
BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR
OLD REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER:
Remove
doors.
Leaveshelves
inplaceso
childrenmay
noteasily
climbinside.

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Important Safety
Instructions(continued)
Other Precautions
• Neverunplug therefrigerator bypulling onthe powercord. Alwaysgrip theplug
firmly,andpull straightoutfromthereceptacle.
• Toavoidelectrical shock, unplugtherefrigerator before cleaningand before
replacingalightbulb. Note: TurningthecontroltoOFFturnsoffthecompressor,
butdoesnotdisconnectpower tothelightbulborotherelectrical components.
• Donotoperate the refrigerator inthepresence of explosive fumes.
• Avoid contact with any moving parts of the automatic ice maker.
FirstSteps
AdjustingFrontRollers
ROLLER ADJUSTING
BOLT
ReplacingToeGrill
ThisOwner’sGuide provides specificoperating instructions foryourmodel. Use
refrigeratoronlyasinstructedinthisOwner’sGuide. Beforestartingrefrigerator,
follow these important first steps:
Location
Installrefrigerator:
• nearagroundedelectricaloutlet.DONOTuseanextensioncordoranadapterplug.
• outof directsunlight andawayfromrange,dishwasher, orother heatsources,
ifpossible.
• onafloorthatislevelandstrongenoughtosupportafullyloadedrefrigerator.
• whereawatersupply is available for automaticicemaker.
Installation
• Donotinstallrefrigeratorwheretemperaturewilldropbelow60°F(15°C),orrise
above110°F(43°C). Compressor willnotbe abletomaintain propertemperatures.
• Inarecessed installation, allowanextra 1/2 inch(10-15mm) on eachsidefor
easeofinstallation.
• Ifthe hingesideoftheunit willbe placedagainstawall,allow a1-3/4 inch(44
mm) space between wall and refrigerator to permit proper door swing.
Door Opening
For best use of drawers and freezer basket, refrigerator should be in a position
where both the refrigerator and freezer doors can be opened about 135°.
Leveling
• Refrigeratormustbeleveledwithallbottomcornersrestingfirmlyonasolidfloor.
Adjustfrontrollerstolevelcabinetboth front-to-rearandside-to-side.Keep
cabinetaslowaspossibleforstability. Neveradjustcabinetrollerssofrontislower
thanrear.
•Toadjust frontrollers: Openrefrigerator andfreezer doors.Remove toegrill
bypullingitstraightout.Adjustrollersbyturningeachrolleradjustingboltwith
anadjustablewrench,asocketwrench,oranutdriveruntil refrigeratorislevel
andstable.Rearrollersarenotadjustable.
• Checkbothdoors to be suresealstouch cabinet evenly onallfour sides.
• Iffreezerdoorishigherthanrefrigeratordoor,raiserightcornerand/orlowerleft
corneruntildoorsalignacrosstopofcabinet.
• Ifrefrigeratordoorishigherthanfreezerdoor,raiseleftcornerand/orlowerright
corneruntildoorsalignacrosstopofcabinet.
•Toreplace toegrill: Lineuptabswithholes,and pushgrill straighton.
Cleaning
• Wash the inside, all removable parts, and the outside with mild detergent and
warm water. Wipe dry. DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS ON THESE SURFACES.
• Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments that can scratch appliance
surface, when removing adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tape or energy
label can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent, or touch
gluewith sticky sideof tape alreadyremoved.
• DO NOT REMOVE SERIAL PLATE.

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• Installtherefrigeratorinthecoolestpartoftheroom,outofdirectsunlightand
awayfromheatingductsor registers.Do notplacetherefrigeratornext toheat-
producingappliancessuchasarange,oven,ordishwasher.Ifthisisnotpossible,
asectionof cabinetry,oranaddedlayerofinsulationbetweenthetwoappliances
willhelptherefrigeratoroperatemoreefficiently.
• Levelrefrigeratorsodoorsclosetightly.
• RefertothisOwner'sGuide forthesuggestedrefrigeratorsettings.
• Periodiccleaningofthecondenserwillhelptherefrigeratorrunmoreefficiently.
See "Outside" in the Care and Cleaning Section.
• Donotovercrowdtherefrigeratororblock coldairvents,whicharelocatedinthe
refrigeratorcompartmentat thetop centerofthe rearwall. Doing socausesthe
refrigeratortorun longeranduse moreenergy.Shelves shouldnotbe linedwith
aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold air
circulation,makingtherefrigeratorlessefficient,whichcouldcausefoodspoilage.
• Coverfoodsandwipecontainersdrybeforeplacingthemintherefrigerator.This
cutsdownon moisture build-upinsidethe unit.
• Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings. Remove as many items as
needed at one time, and close door as soon as possible.
Setting the Controls Cool Down Period
Toensuresafefoodstorage, allowrefrigerator tooperatewiththedoors closedfor
at least 8 to 12 hours before loading with food.
Refrigerator Control
• Therefrigeratorcontrolshouldbesetatthemidpointofthedialforatrialperiod
of24hours.
• After24 hours,adjust thecontrolasneeded.Forcoldertemperatures, turndial
a notch toward COLDEST. For warmer temperatures, turn dial a notch toward
COLD. Adjust temperatures by one increment at a time.
Freezer Control
• Thefreezer controlshouldbesetatthemidpoint ofthe dialforatrialperiodof
24hours.
• After24 hours,adjust thecontrolasneeded.Forcoldertemperatures, turndial
a notch toward COLDEST. For warmer temperatures, turn dial a notch toward
COLD. Adjust temperatures by one increment at a time.
Note: When first setting the controls or when changing a setting, wait 24 hours
forthe temperature tostabilize, before makingadditional changes.
Turning the freezer control may change temperatures in both compartments. For
example,ifthefreezercontrolisturnedtoacoldersetting,therefrigeratorcontrol
may have to be adjusted to a warmer one. Turning the refrigerator control will
changeonly therefrigeratortemperature.
IMPORTANT: If the freezer control is turned to OFF, cooling stops in both
compartments.
You may hear the "Frost Free" system working. A fan circulates air in the
refrigerator and freezer compartments. For good circulation and maintenance of
proper cooling temperatures, do not block cold air vents with food items. Water
draining into the defrost water pan and hissing sounds are normal during the
automatic"Frost Free"cycle.
Energy Saving Ideas
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Refrigeratormidpoint
Freezermidpoint

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Fresh Food Storage Door Storage
Bins and Shelves:
Doorbinsand shelvesareprovidedforconvenientstorageofjars,bottlesandcans.
Itemsusedoftenareavailableforquickselection.
Doorbinscanbemovedtosuitindividual needs.Removebins byliftingstraightup.
Placebins inthedesired position,and loweroverthe supports.
Dairy Compartment:
The Dairy Compartment is warmer than the general food storage section, and is
intendedfor short termstorage ofcheese,spreads, orbutter.In somemodels,the
Dairy Compartment module is removable and interchangeable with any other bin
ontherefrigerator door. Tousethe additional storage shelfmoldedinto the top
of the Dairy Compartment module, place module down on the next set of shelf
supports,orlower.
Tall Bottle Retainer (some models):
TheTallBottleRetainerkeeps tallcontainersinthebin fromfallingforwardwhen
openingorclosingtherefrigeratordoor. Toinstall,holdtheretaineratthetop,and
slideitovertheoutsidewallof thebin,asshown. Notethattheretainerworksbest
with the use of a bin snugger.
Micro-Serve Dishes (some models)
Food can be stored, cooked*, and served in Micro-Serve Dishes provided in some
models.Thesedishesslideeasilyintotheirowntray,whichhangs belowadoorbin,
convenientlyfreeingshelfspaceforotheritems.
*Remove plastic lidbeforecooking. Lid isintended for storage only.
Crisper
TheCrisperDrawer,locatedunderthebottomrefrigeratorshelf,isforstoringfruits
and vegetables. Most produce should be washed in clear water, and drained
beforeplacingin thisdrawer. Itemswith strong odorsor high moistureshouldbe
wrapped before storing.
The humidity control (some models) allows you to adjust the humidity within the
crisperdrawer.This canextendthelifeof freshvegetableswhich keepbestinhigh
humidity. Leafy vegetables, however, keep best when stored with the humidity
control set on HIGH, or in a drawer without a humidity control. This keeps
incoming air to a minimum and maintains maximum moisture content.
Meat Keeper
The Meat Keeper is located at the bottom of the refrigerator. The temperature in
this compartment can be made colder than the rest of the refrigerator
compartment by sliding the Chilled Air Control Knob within the COLDEST or COLD
range. Meatwillbe partially frozen,andmay be kept freshlongerthan if stored
onarefrigeratorshelf.
Before placing items in the Meat Keeper, follow these steps to keep meat fresh:
1. Always handle meat with clean hands, and keep compartment clean.
2. Storemeatinitsoriginalwrapper.If necessary,overwrapinplasticwraporfoil
toprevent drying. Wrapfish tightlytoprevent odortransferto otherfoods.
3. Ifspoilageeveroccurs,disinfect thecompartment withliquidchlorinebleach,
following label directions. Then rinse with a solution baking soda and water
solution.Rinse withclearwateranddry.
Freezer Basket
Theslide-outwire basketthathangs below thebottom freezer shelfprovideseasy
access to frozen food packages.
Tall Storage Compartment (some models)
Ashelfis attached to thefreezerwall just belowtheice server. Thisallowsfor
convenientstorageof tallitemsplaced vertically betweentheice serverandthe
freezerwall.
Bin
Bin Snugger
Micro-Serve Dishes
TallBottleRetainer
FRESH FRUITS & VEGETABLES
LOWER
FRUITS
HIGHER
HUMIDITY CONTROL
VEGETABLES
HumidityControl
ChilledAirControl
TallStorage
Compartment

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Shelves
CantileverShelf
g05i0130
Wine Rack
Shelf Adjustment
Refrigeratorshelvesareeasilyadjustedtosuitindividual needs.Beforeadjusting
shelves, remove all food. Remove and discard shipping clips wedged into the
cantileverrailabovetheshelfhook(seebelow). Theseclipsstabilize theshelves
duringshipping.
Toadjustthecantilevershelves (supportedattherearoftherefrigerator),liftthe
backoftheshelfupandout. Replaceshelfbyinsertingrearhooksinto slots.Lower
andlockintoposition.
Spillsafe™ glass shelves catch and hold accidental
spills. In some models, Spillsafe™ shelves slide out
for easy access to food, and fast cleaning. Shelves
slide out independentlyofthecantileverbracket. Just
pullfront ofshelfforward. Shelfcanbe extendedas far
as stopper will allow, and is not removable from the
cantileverbracket.
Wine Rack (some models)
Thewinerackstoresbottlesofwine,orsingle2-literplasticbottlesofjuiceorsoda
pop. To install, slide wine rack onto the shelf with the curve facing in. To
remove, slide wine rack out. Install on either side of a Spillsafe™ shelf.
Remove Shipping Clips

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Automatic Ice and
Water Dispenser
The ice and water dispenser on the freezer door conveniently dispenses chilled
water, crushed ice, and ice cubes. To operate dispenser, slide the knob to the
selectionofyourchoice. Pressaglassagainstthedispensingarm,asshownleft. Be
suretoholdtheglassupasfaraspossibletocatchallcubes.Tostopdispensing,pull
glass away from dispensing arm. When dispensing ice, release dispensing arm
before glass is full, but do not remove the glass until the ice has completely
dispensed.
Asmallheatedareabeneaththedispenserfloorcatchesandevaporatessmallspills.
Do not pour water or excess cubes into this area, because there is no drain.
How the Water Dispenser Works
The water tank is located behind the drawers in therefrigerator compartment. As
thewaterisdispensed,thetankisautomaticallyrefilled. Forproperoperationofthe
dispenser, the supply water pressure must fall between 30 psi and 120 psi.
Afterrefrigeratorisinstalled,andtheplumbingconnectionsarecomplete,fillthe
water tank by drawing one glass of water. This may take approximately
1-1/2 minutes. Next draw and discard 7 more glasses to be sure tank and plumbing
connectionsarerinsedofanyimpurities.
Toensure fresh-tastingwater, plan touse dispenserevery day. Ifwaterdispenser
has not been used for a week or more, draw and discard 7-8 glasses to freshen tank
supply.
How the Ice Dispenser Works
Theicemaker and icestoragebin are located inthetop left cornerofthe freezer
compartment.After refrigerator isinstalled properly andhas cooledforseveral
hours,theice maker canbeginmaking ice. To beginiceproduction, lower the wire
signal arm to the "down" or ON position. As cubes are made, they are stored in the
storagebin.Withnousageitwilltakeapproximately2daystofillthebin.However,
thedispensermay be usedafterthe first batch oficeis made. Icemakerturns off
automaticallywhenthe icestoragebinisfull.
Because of the new plumbing connections, the first production of ice cubes may be
discolored, or have an odd flavor. These should be discarded until cubes made are
freeofdiscolorationandtaste. Remember that water quality
determinesyouricequality. Itis besttoconnecttheice makerto waterthatisnot
softened. Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the ice maker. If
icemaker isconnected tosoft water,ensurethesoftenerismaintainedandworking
properly.
Tostoptheicemaker,liftthewiresignalarmuntilitclicks,andlocksinthe"up"or
OFFposition.
Light
Thedispenserhasalight thatcanbeturnedonandoff byslidingtheknobto desired
position.Thelightalsoturnsonautomatically wheniceand/orwaterisdispensed.
Replace light bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage.
Ice Maker
Wire
Signal Arm
Pressglassagainstdispensingarm.
DispenserSelector

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Do not use ice chute
as a handle when removing or
replacingice storage bin. Surfaces
there may be sharp.
WARNING
Automatic Ice and
Water Dispenser
(continued)
Ice Dispenser Tips
1. Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor. Empty the container
and returnitto theproperposition. Ice maker willthenproduce moreice.
2. Occasionallyshake containerto keepice separated.
3. Ifdispensing armispushed informore than4minutes, thedispenser motormay
overloadand stop.Theoverloadprotectorwillresetautomatically after3 or4
minutes.Ifalargequantityoficeisneededatonetime,itisbesttoremovecubes
directlyfromicestoragebin.
4. Certain sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating. They are:
• Motor operation
• Ice being loosened from the tray
• Icedroppinginto the storage bin
• Running water
• Water valve opening or closing
For more information on these operations, see Normal Operating Sounds
Section.
5. Stoptheice maker when cleaning thefreezer,or for long vacations.
6. Iftheice makeristo beturnedoff foralong periodoftime, turnwatersupply
valvetotheclosedposition.
System Startup:
Water supply does not need to be turned off, however do not use ice and water
dispenserwhileinstallingfilter. RefertoFigure1asyoucompletetheseinstructions.
1. Takefilter cartridge,large O-ring,andwrenchfrompartsbagincrisperpan.
2. Seticemakerlever(signal arm)to theOFF(up)position.
Cleaning Ice Dispenser
Cleanthedispenserandicestoragebinatregularintervals,particularlybeforeyou
takeavacation,move,orificedispensersticks.
1. Stopice production bylifting the wiresignal arm tothe "up" orOFF position.
2. Removeice storagebin bylifting upand out.Empty andcarefully cleanbinwith
milddetergent. Donotsubmerge augerwhilecleaning.Rinsewith clearwater.
Donotuse harsh or abrasive cleaners. Allowicebin to dry completely before
replacinginthefreezer.
3. Remove ice chips, and clean the shelf and chute that supports the ice storage
bin.
4. Replace ice storage bin. Lower the wire signal arm on the ice maker to the
"down" or ON position. Ice maker will resume production.
IMPORTANT: When removing or replacing ice bin, do not rotate the auger in
theicebin. Ifaugerisaccidentallyturned,youmustrealigntheaugerbyturning
itin 90°turns,until theice binfitsinto placewith thedrivemechanism. For
furtherinstruction,seelabelonicebucket.
Remove and empty the ice storage bin if:
1. An extended power failure (one hour or longer) causes ice cubes in the ice
storage bin to melt, freeze together, and jam the dispenser mechanism.
2. Theicedispenserisnotusedfrequently.Icecubeswillfreezetogetherinthebin
and jam dispenser mechanism. Remove ice storage bin, and shake to loosen
cubes.
NEVERuseanicepickorsimilarsharpinstrumenttobreak upice. Thiscould damage
the ice storage bin and dispenser mechanism.
PureSource ™ Ice and Water Filter (some models)
NOTE: If you purchased a refrigerator with a PureSource Ice and Water
filter, please read the following use and care information.
Thisiceandwaterfiltersystemfilterswatertoyouricemakerandwaterdispenser.
Itislocatedintheupperrightbackcornerofthefreshfoodcompartment(see Figure
1onthefollowing page).
DO NOT PUT FINGERS UP ICE CHUTE.
SURFACES THERE MAY BE SHARP.
Repositioningthe Auger
AUGER
DRIVER
MECHANISM

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Automatic Ice and
Water Dispenser
(continued)
3. Unscrewfiltercup,counterclockwise(Figure1). Ifyouhavetrouble unscrewing
cup, use the cup removal wrench included in parts bag (Figure 2).
4.Youmustreplaceexisting largeO-ringonfilterhousing. First removeoldring
and discard. (You may need to use a toothpick to get under ring. NOTE: Use
caution so that groove that holds ring is not damaged!) Carefully remove
newO-ring from sealed bag. Gently roll O-ring into place, into containment
groove abovethreads.
5. Removepackaging fromfiltercartridge.
6. Placefilter cartridgein cup. Theend withthe smallo-ringshouldbeup,outof
thecup.
7. Screw cup, with filter, back onto housing. DO NOT USE WRENCH TO REINSTALL
CUP. Filtercartridgewillself-alignascupistightened. Besurecupiscompletely
tightened with PureSource™ Logo facing outward. DO NOT TIGHTEN PAST
STOP.
8. Set ice maker lever to the ON (down) position.
9. Check forleaks. Openrefrigerator door. Wipeany waterdropsfromfiltercup.
Runa glassof water. Ifthereisaleak,unscrewfiltercup,andreinsertfilter
cartridge. CheckplacementoflargeO-ring(seedirectionsfollowing). Reinstall
filtercup.
Figure 1
Water Filter Wrench
Figure 2
Remember to keep your wrench handy!
FilterCartridge
SmallO-ring Threads
FilterHousing LargeO-ring
FilterCup
10. To condition filter system and purge air from water line, run several glasses
of water through water dispenser. This will also assure the purest water
possibleis storedinwatertank.

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Order new filter cartridges through the
dealer where you bought the
refrigerator, or contact the Frigidaire
Consumer Assisting Center at
1-800-944-9044. It might be good to
order some filters when you first install
yourrefrigerator.
Figure 3
Automatic Ice and
Water Dispenser
(continued)
Changing the Filter and Large O-Ring:
Waterqualityvariesthroughout the world. To ensure thehighestpossible water
quality,change waterfilterandO-ringevery12months. Also, iffilterhasbeenin
a refrigerator that has not been in use for awhile (during moving for example),
changefilterbeforereinstallingrefrigerator. Notedispensersystemwillalsooperate
withoutfiltration(withfiltercartridgeremoved).
To change filter and large O-ring:
Refer to Figure 1 as needed.
1. Setice makerlever(wiresignalarm)tothe OFF(up) position.
2. Holdfiltercupfirmly,and unscrewcounterclockwise(Figure1). Usecupremoval
wrenchifnecessary (Figure 2). (Somewater could leak out as you remove cup.
Thisisnormal.) Filtercartridgewillcomedownwith cup. Ifcartridgeremains
in housing,pulldowngently,whiletwistingfilterbackandforth.
3. ReplacelargeO-ring onfilter housing. Firstremove oldring anddiscard. (You
may need to use a toothpick to get under ring. NOTE: Use caution so that
neither ring, nor groove that holds ring are damaged!) Carefully
remove new O-ring from sealed bag. Gently roll O-ring into place, into
containment groove above threads.
4. Empty cup of any substance.
5. Discardoldfiltercartridge.
6. Remove new filter cartridge from packaging, and install. See Steps 6-10 in
“System Startup.”
If you replace filter in
JUN, set marker to JUN.
As a reminder to change your filter and O-ring, set control box marker 12 months
fromdateof replacement(Figure3).