Frigidaire PLHS237ZAB4 User manual

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perature Controls ....... 8
Looking Inside .......... 9- 11
Automatic Ice and Water
Dispenser ................ 12 -16
Food Storage
& Energy Saving Tips ....... 17
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Normal Operating Sounds.. 18
Care & Cleaning ......... 19 -20
Warranty ...................... 21
Before You Call
Solutions to
CommonProblems.............. 22 -25
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS P/N240389306(0205)

Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We
here at Electrolux Home Products are very proud of our
product and we are completely committed to providing you
with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1
priority.
Questions?
1-800-944-9044
(United States)
Please read this Use & Care Manual very carefully. Itcontains
valuable information on how to properly maintain your new
refrigerator.
1-866-213-9397
(Canada)
We know you'll enjoy your new refrigerator and Thank You
for choosing our product. We hope you consider us for future
purchases.
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating
instructions for your model. Use your refrigerator only as
instructed in this manual. These instructions are not meant
to cover every possible condition and situation that may
occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced when
installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.
Please record your model and serial numbers below for
future reference. This information isfound on the serial
plate located inside the refrigerator compartment.
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Model Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
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CALL 1-800-944-9044
To Enjoy These Benefits:
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Fast, convenient toll-free service is just
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experts.
Quick access to genuine replacement
parts so you can rest assured your
refrigerator is repaired with the proper
components.
Please complete and mail in the Product
Registration Card included with your
refrigerator.
Please attach sales receipt
here for future reference.
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FORYOURSAFETY
• Donotstoreorusegasoline,orotherflammableliquids
inthevicinityofthisoranyotherappliance.Read
productlabelsforwarningsregardingflammabilityand
otherhazards.
• Donotoperatetherefrigeratorinthepresenceof
explosivefumes.
• Avoidcontactwithanymovingpartsofautomaticice
maker.
• Removeallstaplesfromthecarton.Staplescancause
severecuts,andalsodestroyfinishesiftheycomein
contactwithotherappliancesorfurniture.
CHILDSAFETY
Destroyorrecyclethecarton,plasticbags,andanyexterior
wrappingmaterialimmediatelyafterthe refrigeratoris
unpacked.ChildrenshouldNEVERusetheseitemstoplay.
Cartonscoveredwithrugs,bedspreads,plasticsheetsor
stretchwrapmaybecomeairtightchambers,andcanquickly
causesuffocation.
PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR REFRIGERATOR
OR FREEZER
Risk of child entrapment
Child entrapment and suffocation
are not problems of the past.
Junked or abandoned refrigerators
or freezers are still dangerous -
even if they will sit for "just a few
days." Ifyou are getting rid of your
old refrigerator or freezer, please
follow the instructions below to
help prevent accidents.
Before you throw away your old refrigerator/freezer:
• Remove doors.
• Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb
inside.
• Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service
technician.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
•The refrigerator must be plugged into its own
ded icated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only electric outlet.
The power cord ofthe appliance isequipped with a
three-prong groundingplugfor your protectionagainst
electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged directly
intoa properlygroundedthree-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.
•Immediately repair or replace any power cordthat
becomes frayed or damaged.
•Never unplugthe refrigeratorby pullingon the power
cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out
from the receptacleto preventdamaging thepower cord.
•Unplugthe refrigeratorbefore cleaning and before
replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock.
•Performance may be affected ifthe voltage varies by
10% or more. Operating the refrigeratorwith insufficient
powercan damage the compressor. Such damage is
notcovered under yourwarranty.
•Do not plug the unitintoan outlet controlled by a wall
switch or pullcordto prevent the refrigeratorfrom being
turned offaccidentally.
• Avoid connectingrefrigeratortoa Ground FaultInterruptor
(GFI) circuit.

This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions
for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this
Use & Care Manual. Before starting the refrigerator, follow
these important first steps.
LOCATION
• Choose a place that is near a grounded 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 floor 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
Installation Clearances
• Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical
connections:
Sides & Top 3/8"
Back ........................ 1"
DOOR OPENING
Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to
a counter when removing food. For best use of drawers and
freezer baskets, the refrigerator should be in a position where
both the refrigerator and freezer doors can be fully opened.
TOE GRILLE INSTALLATION /REMOVAL
To Remove Toe Grille:
1. Open freezer and fresh food compartment doors.
2. Working from left side of toe grille, slip your fingers
between top of toe grille and cabinet. Gently pull
forward until first set of tabs are free. Slide your hand
down past the free tabs and pull forward again until the
second set of tabs are free. Continue this process until
all tabs are free and the toe grille can be removed. (See
graphic at top of page in right column.)
To Install Toe Grille: !
1. Open freezerand Cabinet
fresh food
compartment doors.
2. Line up toe grille at
base of refrigerator,
making sure the four
bottom tabs are
resting through holes
at base of cabinet ........ ......
3. Starting from left side
of toe grille, press in on first top tab using your thumb
and push toe grille forward until itsnaps in place. Continue
this process until all tabs aresnapped in place and toe
grille is secured to refrigerator.
LEVELING
All fourcomers ofyour refrigerator must restfirmly on asolidfloor.
Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable front rollersto help
levelyour unit.Toensureproper doorseal andassist door closing,
the refrigerator should be tilted 1/4"(6 mm),front to back.
ToLevel YourRefrigerator:
1. Removetoe grille.(See '3-0Remove ToeGnlle".)
2_ Useflat-blade screwdriver or 3/8"socket wrench toadjust
front rollers.
3. Check both doors to be sure seals touch cabinet on all four
sides.
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Before Installing The Water Supply Line, You Will Need
• Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, flat-blade screwdriver, and PhillipsTM screwdriver
• Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 100 psi.
• A water supply line made of 1/_inch (6.4 mm) OD, copper tubing. To determine the length of copper tubing needed,
you will need to 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 the water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve.
To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve
1. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source.
2. Place end of water supply line intosink or bucket. Turn ON water supply
and flush supply line untilwater isclear. Turn OFF water supply at shut
off valve.
3. Unscrew plasticcap from water valve inletand discard cap.
4. Slide brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) ontowater supply line,
as shown.
5. Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go (1/_inch).
Slide ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut
onto valve. Tighten another half turn with a wrench; DO NOT over tighten.
6. With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply line to rear panel of
refrigerator as shown.
7. Coil excess water supply line (about 2V2turns) behind refrigerator as shown
and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface.
8. Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that
leak.
9. Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source.
10. To turn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm (see ice maker front cover for
ON/OFF position of arm).

Tools Necessary:
Phillips" head
cord. Turn both temperature controls tocenter position. Adjust settings as necessary. ....
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Freezer and Refrigerator SpillSafe'"
Controls _Shelf
Ice Cream
Water Filter
Door Bin
Ice
Pizza
Wire
Small Items
Door Bin
Wire
Door Bin
Small
Large
Door Bin
Large
Door Bin
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Door Bin
Wine Rack
Door Bin
Meat Keeper
and Cover
SpillSafe'"
Fixed Shelf
Door Bin
Egg Tray
Special Item
Rack
Tall Bottle
Retainer
-- Snugger
Crisper Pan
and Cover
Fixed
Door Bin
Toe Grille
Features may vary according to model

COOL DOWN PERIOD
To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator tooperate with the doors closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading
it with food.
REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER CONTROLS
TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
io fter 24 hours, adjustthe controlsas needed. Adjust
temperatures gradually: move the knob in small
increments, allowing the temperature to stabilize.
Forcoldertemperatures, turnthe knobtowards Colder.
Forwarmertemperatures,turntheknobtowardsWarmer.
maintain temperatures, a fan circulates air in the
refrigeratorand freezer compartments. Forgood circulation,
do not block cold air vents with food items.
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TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT GUIDE
If Fresh Food Compartment Is Too Warm Turn Fresh Food Control Slightly Towards Colder.
If Fresh Food Compartment Is Too Cold Turn Fresh Food Control Slightly Towards Cold.
If Freezer Compartment Is Too Warm Turn Freezer Control Slightly Towards Colder.
If Freezer Compartment Is Too Cold Turn Freezer Control Slightly Towards Cold.
* To Turn Refrigerator Off Turn Freezer and Fresh Food Controls To O.
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PIZZA SHELF (SOME MODELS)
This shelf isattached tothe freezer wall beside the ice dispenser container.
This convenient area allows for storage ofpizza and other tall items placed
vertically between the ice dispenser container and the freezer wall.
ICE CREAM SHELF (SOME MODELS)
Thisshelf attaches tothe top ofthe icedispenser container.Itallows storage
of bothround and rectangular cartons of your favorite ice cream.
TIP-UP SHELF (SOME MODELS)
ATip-Up shelf in the freezer section allows tall items to be easily stored.
CANTILEVER SHELF ADJUSTMENT
Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs. Before
adjusting the shelves, remove all food. Cantilever shelves are supported at
the back of the refrigerator.
To adjust cantilever shelves:
OLiftfront edge up.
Pull shelf out.
Replace the shelf by inserting the hooks at rear of the shelf into the wall
bracket. Lower the shelf into the desired slots and lock into position.
*SpillSafe TM glass shelves (some models) catch and hold accidental spills. In
some models, the *SpillSafe TM shelves slide out for easy access to food and
for fastcleaning. The shelves slide out independently of their mounting brackets.
Just pull the front of the shelf forward. Shelves can be extended as far as the
stopper will allow but are not removable from their mounting brackets.
Cantilever Glass Shelf
Pizza Shelf
Ice Cream Shelf
* WhiteWestinghouse - SpillFree TM
Cantilever Sliding Glass Shelf

DOOR STORAGE
Door bins and shelves are provided for convenient storage
of jars, bottles, and cans. Frequently used items can be
quickly selected.
Some models have door bins that can accommodate gallon-
sized plastic drink containers and economy-sized jars and
containers. Some bins are adjustable for maximum storage
capacity.
The dairy compartment, which is warmer than the general
food storage section, is intended for short term storage of
cheese, spreads, or butter.
TALL BOTTLE RETAINER (SOME MODELS)
The Tall BottleRetainer keeps tall containersin the bin from
falling forward when openingor closingthe refrigeratordoor.
To install, hold the retainer at the top, and slide itover the
outside wall of the bin, as shown in the diagram. The Tall
Bottle Retainer works best with a Bin Snugger.
Tall Bottle Retainer (left) and Bin Snugger (right)
ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS
Some models have adjustable door bins thatcan be moved
to suit individual needs.
To move door bins
1. Liftbin straight up.
2. Remove bin.
3. Place bin in desired position.
4. Lower bin onto supports until locked in place.
SPECIAL ITEM RACK (SOME MODELS)
The innovative design ofthe Special Item Rack allows you
to store asix-pack of 12 ounce drink cans, a bottle of wine,
a two-liter soft drink bottle, or a cartonof eggs. The Special
Item Rack mounts on the left side of your refrigerator. To
install,just slide the Special Item Rack onto any shelf as
shown inthe drawing.
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Special ItemRack