Electrolux EQE6879 Refrigeration User Manual

: June 8, 2024
: Electrolux

Electrolux EQE6879 Refrigeration User Manual

Introduction

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Note: You must read these warnings carefully before installing or using the refrigerator.
If you need assistance, contact your customer care center.
The manufacturer will not accept liability, should these instructions or any other safety instructions incorporated in this book be ignored.

WARNING

It is essential the electric outlet is properly earthed to ground. Consult a qualified electrician if you are unsure.
Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by the manufacturer.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning or moving it to avoid electric shock.
Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling the electrical cord as this may damage it. Grip the plug firmly and pull straight out.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Don’t use a steam cleaner. If live components come into contact with condensing steam, they may short-circuit or cause an electric shock.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a flammable propellant this appliance.
If pressurized aerosol containers bear the word ‘flammable’ and/or a small flame symbol, do not store them inside any refrigerator or freezer. If you do so you may cause an explosion.
Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
This appliance contains insulation formed with flammable blowing gases.
Avoid safety hazards by carefully disposing of this appliance.
If you wish to discard this refrigerator, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.
When you dispose of your old refrigerators and freezers, remove any doors. Children can suffocate if they get trapped inside.
When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not trapped or damaged.
Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power supplies at the rear of the appliance.

WARNING
R600a refrigerant warning

This appliance contains flammable R600a refrigerant.
Avoid safety hazards by carefully installing, handling, servicing and disposing of this appliance.

Ensure that the tubing of the refrigerant circuit is not damaged during transportation and installation.
Leaking refrigerant may cause eye injuries or ignite.
The room for installing appliance must be at least 1m3 per 8g of refrigerant.
The amount of refrigerant in the appliance can be found on the rating plate inside the appliance.
If you are unsure of the refrigerant check the rating plate inside the refrigerator compartment.
It is hazardous for anyone other than an Authorized Service Person to service this appliance.
In Queensland Australia the Authorization Service Person MUST hold a Gas Work Authorization for hydrocarbon refrigerants to carry out servicing or repairs which involve the removal of covers.
Keep ventilation openings in the appliance enclosure or in the built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.

FEATURES AT A GLANCE

Ice Maker
Air distributor – Multi flow
Air filter
Water filter
Flip up glass shelf
Slide/fold glass shelf
Left Spillsafe™ glass shelf
Wine rack
Right Spillsafe™ glass shelf
Crisper shelf cover
Crisper
Crisper
eft Snack Zone compartment
Right Snack Zone Compartment
Upper fixed door bin
Left fixed door bin
Left door bin
Flex Stor™ dairy bin
Flex Stor TM 1/3 bin
FlexStor™ 2/3 bin
Expandable bin
Bottle storage bin
Flex Space™ shelf
Freezer shelf
Flex Space™ drawer
Freezer drawer
Flex Space™ door bin
Freezer door bin
Refrigerator/Freezer control panel
Water and Ice Dispenser Trigger
TASTESEALFLEX control panel (On door side)

INSTALLING YOUR NEW APPLIANCE

ENVIRONMENT
Most of the packing materials are recyclable.
Please dispose of those materials through your local recycling depot or by placing them in appropriate collection containers.
Important: check for any damages or marks.
If you find the refrigerator is damaged or marked, you must report it within 7 days should you wish to claim for damage/marks under the manufacturers warranty.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
Clean your refrigerator thoroughly following the instructions in the “Cleaning” section and wipe off any dust that has accumulated during shipping.

Locating the refrigerator

CAUTION
Automatic aerosol systems (such as insect control) should not be located adjacent to the product as the spray may cause long term damage to the external plastics of the appliance.

Do not put the refrigerator in a location that is too cold or is unprotected, for example in a garage or on a veranda.
The ambient temperature should be above 10°C.
Put the refrigerator in a dry place avoiding areas of high moisture or humidity.
Ensure the refrigerator is located on an even surface.

Adequate ventilation around your refrigerator
The diagram below shows the recommended airspace to allow for ventilation of your refrigerator.

When positioned in a corner area, spacing of right side at least 260 mm and left side at least 355 mm on the hinge side will allow the
doors to open enough to enable the removal of bins and shelves.

Note: Doors are designed to sit proud of cabinetry (not flush).
The clearances shown above are the recommended minimum clearances.

Installing your refrigerator
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical connections:

Space required

H	mm	1806
W	mm	963
D	mm	774

Note: If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge side against a wall, you may have to allow additional space so the door can be opened wider.

CAUTION

LED lighting
Your appliance is fitted with long life LED lighting. In the unlikely event the LED lights should fail, then the LED lights should be serviced by the service agent, to avoid a safety hazard.
Refer to the warranty page for contact details.

Cabinet Leveling & Refrigerator Door Alignment (if necessary)

All four corners of the cabinet must rest firmly on the floor
The front should be slightly elevated 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:

Lower anti-tip legs until they are both touching the floor. Use a pair of pliers to adjust.
To raise: turn leg clockwise.
To lower: turn leg counterclockwise.
Ensure both doors are bind-free with their seals touching the cabinet on all four sides and that cabinet is stable.

Cabinet Leveling

To make final door height adjustments:

Insert Electrolux 10mm wrench into the shaft of the lower hinge.
To lower door: turn adjustment screw clockwise.
To raise door: turn adjustment screw counter clockwise.

Flipper Mullion
Adjust Flipper Mullion for proper connection with the mullion guide by ensuring the flipper mullion is folded and perpendicular to the fresh food door.
If the mullion guide is not in the correct position, it could prevent the door from closing completely.

Bottom Doors Vertical Alignment (for Quattro Models)

In some cases the bottom doors might be slightly vertically misaligned. To correct this difference it may be used the C-Shaped Shim supplied with the unit.
The shim must be installed on the bottom hinge of the lower door lifting it to get access of the pin where the shim must be attached, as follows on the images.

CONNECTING THE WATER SUPPLY

To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personal injury, disconnect the refrigerator from electrical power before connecting a water supply line to the refrigerator.

WARNING
To Avoid Property Damage:

DO NOT install water supply tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing.
Chemicals from a malfunctioning water softener can damage the ice maker. If your home has a water softening system, ensure the softener is maintained and working properly

IMPORTANT
Ensure that your water supply line connections comply with all local plumbing codes.
The appliance complies with the relevant backflow prevention requirements specified in AS/NZS 2845.1

Before Installing the Water Supply Line, You Will Need:

Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, flat-blade screwdriver, and Phillips TM screwdriver
The water dispenser and automatic ice maker require a drinkable water supply with a pressure range of between 206kPa and
689kPa (30PSI and 100PSI ). If the water supply is above 100psi a pressure limiting valve should be installed.
A water supply to suit a ½” tap fitting is required adjacent to the refrigerator.
It is recommended that a licensed plumber install a new water supply outlet nearer to the appliance should the tubing supplied not be long enough.
It is not recommended that the tubing be extended as this could adversely affect the flow of water to the ice maker or water dispenser.
If there is a risk of flow rate higher than the maximum flow rate 2.46 L/ min, a flow controller should be installed.

WARNING
Connect to potable water supply only.
If using tank or bore water it is recommended to also use an external filter (not supplied).
The new hose-sets supplied with the appliances must be used and old hose-sets should not be reused.

WARNING
Never connect the appliance to a hot water supply.
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality without adequate disinfection.

To Connect Water Supply Line to Ice Maker Inlet Valve

Water Supply

A – Adapter ½ to ¼ inch to connect the water supply outlet to the water supply line.
B – Water supply line ¼ inch with 3 meters in length.
C – ¼ inch connector to connect the water supply line to the refrigerator tube.

Disconnect the refrigerator from the power source.
Attach the adapter (item A above) to the water line, connect the water supply line (item B) to the adapter (item A) while holding the other end of the water supply line in a bucket or sink Turn on the water supply to eliminate air and clean the water supply line.
Turn off the water supply.
Remove the plastic protector from the refrigerator tube and connect the water supply line (item B) to the refrigerator tube using the connector (item C) as shown in fig.
Make sure the tubes are inserted completely into the connections.
Wrap excess water supply line behind refrigerator so that it does not vibrate with refrigerator operation. Do not twist the pipe.
Turn on the water supply, check that there are no leaks in the connections.
Reconnect the refrigerator to the power source.
The Ice Maker is factory-switched, within 24 hours your refrigerator will have produced ice, discard the first production.

Note: Expect the first ice harvest within first 24 hours of unit operation.
To prevent any issues concerning ice production, please ensure that all water lines are primed . See “Priming the water supply system “in the “AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER” section.

IMPORTANT
Your refrigerator’s water supply system includes several tubing lines, a water filter, and a water valve.
To ensure that your water dispenser work properly, this system must be completely filled with water when your refrigerator is first connected to the household water supply line.

Water Filter
The water filter should not be used on water that is micro biologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality.
The service life of the filter may be reduced in water supplies that contain an excess of particles or other impurities.
Reduced flow rate is an indication that a new filter is required. Failure to replace the filter when required can affect the function of the ice maker.
Service calls caused by a failure to replace the filter are not covered by warranty.
Replacement water filters are available from Electrolux Home Products Spare Parts Centers and can be posted to you for your convenience (refer to spare parts contact numbers on the warranty page).

CONTROL

External User interface

BUTTON /ICON	DESCRIPTION	PRIMARY FUNCTION
1	Quick Freeze (on/off)	Activates a faster rate for

freezing food in the freezer. Deactivates after 12 hours.
2| Drinks Chill| Quickly chills a drink inside the freezer compartment.
Touch the Drinks Chill Key, a time value will display on the freezer temp display (in minutes) and can be changed using the +/- buttons. A tone will sound when the time has been input. Range is from 20-45 minutes in 5 minute intervals.
3| Ice Maker| When LED is lit, the ice maker is on.
When ice maker is in OFF state, the indicator will blink when dispensing ice. Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn ice maker on/off.
4| Lock| Press and hold for 3 seconds to enable/disable.
While in the locked state, you will not be able to change any settings on the display nor dispense ice and water.
The indicator will flash and an audible warning tone is played.
5| Water| Press the “water” key to select water. An indicator light will be illuminated above the active feature.
6| Cubed Ice| Press the “cube” key to select cubed ice. An indicator light will be illuminated above the active feature.
7| Crushed Ice| Press the “crush” key to select crushed ice. An indicator light will be illuminated above the active feature.
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8| LIGHT| Toggles dispenser light On and Off.
9| Reset Water Filter| After replacing ﬁlter, press and hold for 3 seconds to reset.
10| Reset Air Filter| After replacing ﬁlter, press and hold for 3 seconds to reset.
11| Quick Chill| Quick chill is a faster rate for chilling food in the refrigerator compartment.
Deactivates after 6 hours.
12| Adjusting Temp| Press either the + or – to adjust to desired temperature setting.
Freezer temp – Control temperatures range From -23°C to -15°C.
Refrigerator temp – Control temperatures range From +1°C to +7°C.
13| Door Open| Illuminates and sounds an alarm when the door is left open for 5 minutes or more. It stays illuminated as long as the door is open. Pressing any key will mute and reset the alarm.
14| Replace Water Filter| Display illuminates every 6 months or when ﬁlter needs replacing. Press and hold ‘Reset Water Filter’ for 3 seconds to reset.
15| Replace Air Filter| Display illuminates every 6 months or when ﬁlter needs replacing. Press and hold ‘Reset Air Filter’ for 3 seconds to reset.

TASTESEALFLEX control panel

Control Panel

BUTTON /ICON	DESCRIPTION	PRIMARY FUNCTION
1	Unlock	The interface will automatically lock after 3 seconds without

any interaction. Press and hold 3 seconds to unlock the interface. A tone will sound to confirm your choice.
2| Wine & Champagne| Choosing Wine & Champagne will set TASTESEALFLEX temperature to 7°C.
A tone will sound to confirm your choice.
3| Deli Snacks| Choosing Deli Snacks will set TASTESEALFLEX temperature to 3°C.
A tone will sound to confirm your choice.
4| Cold Drinks| Choosing Cold Drinks will set TASTESEALFLEX temperature to 0°C.
A tone will sound to confirm your choice.
5| Meat & Seafood| Choosing Meat & Seafood will set TASTESEALFLEX temperature to -2°C.
A tone will sound to confirm your choice.
6| Freezer| Choosing Freezer will set TASTESEALFLEX temperature to the same temperature as the freezer compartment.
A tone will sound to confirm your choice.

SETTING COOLING TEMPERATURES

Note: The recommended settings for a product installed in a kitchen is 3˚C for the fresh food compartment and -18˚C for the freezer.

IMPORTANT
If your product has food freezing in the fresh food compartment, increase the temperature setting 1 or 2 degrees Celsius.
If you place food within 3 cm in front of the air ports, there may be the chance of freezing food.

Note: Control features and alarms may vary by mode

Alerts and Alarms

Water Filter
When illuminated, the water filter needs to be replaced.
Change the water filter every 6 months or when 750 litres of water has been dispensed. To reset, press and hold button for 3 seconds.
Tone will sound once it has been reset.

Air Filter Installation
First operation the refrigerator need to installation the air filter which storage at crisper left side and follow installation method as below. Carbon activated air filter

Remove plastic wrap.
Install filter according to your refrigerator’s use care guide.
Reset filter reminder light on your refrigerator.
Replace filter every 6 months.

When illuminated, air filter needs to be replaced. Change the air filter every 6 months.
To reset, press and hold button for 3 seconds.
Tone will sounds once it has been reset.

Door Open
If a door has been left open for 5 minutes or more, an alarm will sound and the d oor open indicator will illuminate on the display.
The alarm can be turned off by closing the door or pressing any key. Control panel will return to normal operation after the door is closed.

Error Tone
An alarm will sound if the user tries to make a selection that is not available.

AUTOMATIC ICE & WATER DISPENSER

Using the ice maker after installation
Before making ice for the first time, be sure to prime the water supply system. Air in new plumbing lines can result in two or three empty ice maker cycles.
Furthermore, if the system is not flushed, the first ice cubes may be discolored or have an odd flavor.

Priming the water supply system

CAUTION
For proper dispenser operation, recommended water supply pressure should fall between 206kPa and 689kPa (30PSI and 100PSI).
Excessive pressure may cause the system to malfunction.

Begin filling the system by pressing and holding a drinking glass against the dispenser.
Keep the glass in this position until water comes out of the d ispenser. It may take about 1½ minutes.
Continue dispensing water for about 4 minutes to flush the system and plumbing connections of any impurities (stopping to empty the glass as necessary).
Dispenser

Note: The water dispenser has a built-in device that shuts off the water flow after three minutes of continuous use.
To reset this shut-off device, simply release the dispenser paddle. Only the first 750 ml of dispensed water is chilled.

WARNING
Flushing system about 2 minutes after period of non-use exceeding 30 days

Ice maker operation & care
After the refrigerator is installed properly and has cooled for several hours, the ice maker can produce ice within 24 hours.
The ice maker will fill the ice bin from the rear. You must dispense some ice to force the ice forward in the bin. This will allow the bin to fill completely

Ice Maker and Storage Bin Capacity
This ice maker should produce 1 kg of ice per 24 hours. The ice bin will hold about 1.8 kg of ice.

Turning the ice maker on and off

IMPORTANT
Your ice maker is turned on at the factory so it can work as soon as you install your refrigerator.
If you cannot connect a water supply, set the ice maker’s On/Off feature to Off; otherwise, the ice maker’s fill valve may make a loud chattering noise when it attempts to operate without water

Ice production is controlled by the ice maker’s On/Off feature on the control panel. Pressing the On/Off feature turns the ice maker on & off.
Note: The ice maker also has a built-in plastic signal arm that automatically stops ice production when the ice bin is full. This signal arm should not be used to manually stop the ice maker.

IMPORTANT
Turning off the ice maker simply disables ice making. You will still be able to dispense existing ice, and you will still be able to dispense water.
On occasion, unusually small ice cubes may be noticed in the bucket or in dispensed ice.
This could occur in normal operation of the ice maker. If you start seeing these more frequently, it may be an indication of low water pressure, or that the water filter needs to be replaced.
As the water filter nears the end of its useful life and becomes clogged with particles, less water is delivered to the ice maker during each cycle.
Remember, if it has been six months or longer since you last changed your water filter, replace the water filter with a new one. Poor quality household water may require the filter to be changed more frequently

Ice maker/dispenser tips

If your refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the water supply is turned off, turn off the ice maker as d escribed in the previous section.
The following sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating:
- Motor running
- Ice dropping into ice bin
- Water valve opening or closing
- Running water
If you need a large quantity of ice at one time, it is best to get cubes directly from the ice bin.
Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor. Empty the ice bin as explained below.
When dispensing cubed ice, it is normal to have a small quantity of little pieces along with the whole cubes.
To avoid splashing, dispense ice into your container before adding liquids.
It is normal for ice to fill to the top of the ice bin.

CAUTION
If the water supply to your refrigerator is softened, be sure the softener is properly maintained.
Chemicals from a water softener can damage the ice maker.

Cleaning the ice maker

Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular intervals, especially prior to vacation or moving.

Turn off the icemaker.
Remove the ice bin by pulling straight out.
Empty and carefully clean the ice bin with mild detergent. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners. Do not place in dishwasher. Rinse with clear water.
Allow the ice bin to dry completely before placing it back into the freezer.
Place ice bin back into position. Turn the ice maker on.

Remove and empty the ice bin if:

An extended power failure (one hour or longer) causes ice cubes in the ice bin to melt and refreeze together after power is restored, jamming the dispenser mechanism.
You do not use the ice dispenser frequently.
Ice cubes will freeze together in the bin, jamming the dispenser mechanism.
**Removing Ice Bin

** Remove the ice bin and shake to loosen the cubes or clean as explained above.

CAUTION
NEVER use an ice pick or similar sharp instrument to break up the ice.
This could damage the ice bin and dispenser mechanism.
To loosen stuck ice, use warm water.
Before replacing the ice bin, make sure it is completely dry.

IMPORTANT
When removing or replacing the ice bin, avoid rotating the auger in the ice bin.
If the auger is accidentally rotated, you must realign the auger by turning it in 45 degree turns (see below) until the ice bin fits into place with the drive mechanism.
If the auger is not properly aligned when replacing the ice bin, the refrigerator will not dispense ice.
The fresh food door also may not close properly causing warm air to leak into the fresh food compartment.
Adjusting the Ice Bin Auger

STORAGE FEATURESER

CAUTION
To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change.
Allow the glass shelves to stabilize to room temperature before cleaning.
Do not wash in dishwasher
You can easily adjust shelf positions in the fresh food compartments to suit your needs.
The shelves have mounting brackets that attach to slotted supports at the rear of each compartment.

To change a shelf position:

Remove all food from shelf.
Lift the front edge up and pull the shelf out.
Replace by inserting the mounting bracket hooks into the desired support slots.
Lower the shelf and lock into position.

To adjust the flip shelf:

Remove food from shelf.
Lift the right side edge of shelf upwards and push to the left towards ice maker.
Flip Shelf

To adjust the slide-under/flip shelf:

Pull front half shelf forward until its back drops down, then gently push front half shelf back and under back half shelf.
Slide-Under/Flip Shelf
With front half fully below back half, lift front of shelf to flip it upwards toward the back of the cabinet.
Slide-Under/Flip Shelf

Drawers
Your refrigerator includes a variety of storage drawers.

Crisper (with automatic humidity control)
Crisper drawers are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce.
Crispers have an auto humidity control (with replaceable membrane) on the side of each crisper under the humidity control cover.

To remove the auto humidity control membrane:

Reach to back of humidity control cover.
Pull up on cover.
Pull cover towards back of cabinet and remove.
Replace humidity membrane.
Replace cover by reversing the steps above.
Repeat for both crispers.
Opening the Crisper Drawer

To remove crisper for cleaning:

Pull the drawer out until it stops.
Lift the front slightly and remove the drawer.
Removing Crisper

Recessed Snack Zone

This drawer is ideal for storage of deli meats and cheese.
Slid e back the cover to allow access to the drawers.
Opening the Snack Zone

Doors

Storage bins
The doors to your fresh food compartment use a system of modular storage bins.
All of these bins are removable for easy cleaning. Bins can be adjusted to your needs.
Door bins are ideal for storing jars, bottles, cans, and large drink containers.
They also enable quick selection of frequently used items.

Adjustable door bin
Some models have adjustable door bins that can be moved to suit individual needs.
To adjust the collapsible door bin:

Make sure bin is securely seated on rail in door.
Grab one side of bin and place other hand on adjustable side.
Pull on side of bin until the bin is adjusted to desired width.

Note: It can be difficult to pull out the collapsible bin. Some force may be required.

To move door bin along a rail:

Tilt bin up so the back of the bin is off the door but the hook is still engaged.
Slide bin along rail to desired position.
Lower bin back into place

To move door bin from rail to rail:

Lift bin up disengaging the hook.
Move bin to desired rail location.
Push bin hook into rail engaging the hook.
Adjustable Door Bins

Freezer storage

To remove freezer and Flex Space shelves and drawers:

All freezer and Flex Space shelves and drawers are removable.

Open doors completely to gain access to shelves/drawers.
Pull the shelf/drawer to the stopper. Lift up and pull to remove it from the cabinet.
Reverse the steps to reinstall shelf/drawer.

The middle drawers in the freezer and Flex Space™ can be mounted up to three height positions and can also invert 90 degrees allowing storage of bottles in the Flex Space™
**Shelves in 3 Height Positions & Inverted

Possible Shelf Configuration Example**

IMPORTANT
There are wheels on the back of all shelves.
Make sure all wheels are aligned on their respective tracks for proper function.
If shelf is not aligned properly, it will cause problems with the door operation.

GENERAL INFORMATION

CLEANING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

WARNING
BEFORE CLEANING: Turn the refrigerator off at the power point and unplug the cord to prevent any chance of electrocuting yourself.
Doors and exterior (white and silver):
You should only clean the doors with lukewarm soapy water and a soft cloth.

Stainless Steel:
Your stainless steel refrigerator is manufactured from mark-resistant stainless steel.
This stainless steel has a special advanced protective coating that eases the removal of marks such as fingerprints and water spots.
To keep its appearance, clean it regularly with lukewarm soapy water and a soft cloth.

CAUTION
Never use stainless steel cleaners, abrasive pads or other cleaners that will scratch the surface.
Damage to the appliance after delivery is not covered by your warranty

Interior

Clean the inside of your refrigerator regularly with a soft cloth, unscented mild soap and lukewarm water.
Thoroughly dry all surfaces and removable parts and avoid getting water on the controls.
Replace removable parts, plug power cord in and switch the power on before returning the food.

Door seals

Always keep door seals clean by washing them with a mild detergent and warm water, followed by a thorough drying. Sticky food and drink can cause seals to stick to the cabinet and tear when you open the door.
Never use hot water, solvents, commercial kitchen cleaners, aerosol cleaners, metal polishes, caustic or abrasive cleaners, or scourers
to clean your refrigerator. Many commercially available cleaning products and detergents contain solvents that will damage your refrigerator.
Use only a soft cloth with an unscented mild soap and lukewarm water.

CAUTION
To clean a crisper or freezer bin with telescopic extension slides, simply wipe with a damp cloth and warm soapy water.
Never immerse the cover in water, as this could affect the operation of the slide

Switching off your refrigerator

If you switch off your refrigerator for an extended period, follow these steps to reduce the chances of mould.

Remove all food.
Remove the power plug from the power point.
Thoroughly clean and dry the Interior.
Ensure that all the doors are wedged open slightly for air circulation.

CHANGING THE FILTER

Air Filter (select models)
The air filter is located in the top center of the fresh food compartment

Replacing your Air Filter
To ensure optimal filtering of refrigerator odors, you should change the air filter six months
(The filter status light on the Touch Panel prompts you to replace the filter after six month)

Remove the air filter cover by squeezing the sides of the cover together and removing from liner
Remove the old filter and discard it.
Unpack the new filter and slid e it into the housing.
The open face must (carbon media) of the filter should be installed facing the air port (hole) in the multi flow.
Replace the air filter cover by squeezing the sides and snapping it back into place.
Press and hold the “Reset Air Filter” button on the control panel for three seconds.
When the LED turns off, the status has been reset.

Water Filter

Your refrigerator is equipped with a water filtering system. The water filtering system filters all dispensed drinking water, as well as the
water used to produce ice. The water filter is located at the top right side of the fresh food compartment.
In general, you should change the water filter every six months to ensure the highest possible water quality.
Water filter status on the user interface prompts you to replace the filter after a standard amount of water (750 litres) has flowed through the system.
If your refrigerator has not been used for a period of time (during moving for example), change the filter before reinstalling the refrigerator.

Note: When ordering your replacement filter, please reorder the same filter type that is currently in your refrigerator.

Replacing the Water Filter

To Remove: Pull cover towards you and cover will drop down and allow access to filter.
To Reinstall: Push cover up towards liner and then push towards rear of cabinet. Filter cover will snap back into place.
It is not necessary to turn the water supply off to change the filter. Be ready to wipe up any small amounts of water released during the filter replacement.

Ensure that the ice maker is turned off
Remove the filter by turning anti-clockwise 180˚
- Slide the old water filter cartridge straight out of the housing and discard it.
Unwrap the new filter cartridge and using the alignment guide, slid e it gently into filter housing until it stops against the filter connection at the back of the housing.
Engage the filter by firmly rotating clockwise until the filter snaps into position (once engaged the filter cannot be rotated further).
Press a drinking glass against the water dispenser while checking for any leaks at the filter housing. Any spurts and sputters that occur as the system purges air out of the dispenser system are normal.
After filling one glass of water, continue flushing the system for about four minutes.
Turn on the ice maker.
When the filter has been replaced press and hold the ‘Reset Water Filter’ button for three seconds to reset the filter replace timer.
Replace filter cover by pushing up and snapping into place.

FOOD STORAGE GUIDE

CATEGORY| PRODUCT| **RECOMMENDED STORAGE TIMES FOR FRESH FOODS *| STORAGE TIPS
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REFRIGERATOR| ULTRA CHILL| FREEZER*
MEAT| Sausages and Mince| 1-2 Days| 3-5 Days| 2-3 Months| Keep cold meat at the back of the refrigerator where it is coldest.
Plastic can cause meat to sweat if stored in
refrigerator for more than a day.Roast can take up to 48 hours to defrost properly, transfer frozen roast to the refrigerator 2 days before use.
Chops and Steak| 3-4 Days| 5-7 Days| 4-6 Months
Cold Meats| 3-5 Days| 5-7 Days| 4-6 Months
Roasts| 3-5 Days| 1 week| 12 Months
POULTRY| Chicken| 1-2 Days| 5-7 Days| 2 Months| If poultry takes on a smell or colour you are unsure about it is best to throw it out. Whole eggs are not suitable for freezing, slightly beaten eggs may be frozen for four months.
Roast Chicken| 3-5 Days| 1 week| 12 Months
Eggs| 6 Weeks| Not Suitable| Not Suitable
SEAFOOD| Whole fish and fillets| 2-3 Days| 5-7 Days| 2 Months| Store in an airtight container or foil.
Never freeze prawns in salty water as this will dehydrate the flesh.
Lobster and Crab| 1-2 Days| 3-5 Days| 2 Months
Prawns| 1-2 Days| 3-5 Days| 2 Months
DAIRY| Milk| Until Expiry Date| Not Suitable| Not Suitable| If dairy takes on a smell or colour and you are unsure about it, it is best to throw it out.
Yoghurt| 7- 10 Days| Not Suitable| Not Suitable
Hard Cheeses| 2 Weeks – 2 Months| 1-2 Months| 2 Months (Grated)| Depending on the variety hard cheese can last from 2 weeks to 2 months.
Soft Cheeses| 1-2 Weeks| 2-4 Weeks | Not Suitable| Texture may change depending of the type of soft cheese
Butter| 8 Weeks| 3-4 Months| 12 Months|
FRUIT & VEGETABLES| Every fruit and vegetable has a different shelf life. Some stay fresh for a couple of days e.g. beans, others can last for a couple of months e.g. onions.| Not Suitable| 8-12 Months When freezing chop and blanch in small portions.| Keep vegetables in the crisper and away from the air vents to avoid freezing.
If you wash fruit and vegetables before storing them make sure they are dry or wrap in absorbent paper before storing in the refrigerator as this can make them susceptible to rotting.
Try to keep fruit and vegetables sepa- rated as fruits that give off high levels of ethylene (the ripening agent) can
prematurely ripen and spoil surrounding vegetables

IMPORTANT
Please note, use this information as a guide only, actual storage times will vary depending on how you use your refrigerator.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Concern	Potential Cause	Common Solution

Automatic Ice Maker
Ice maker is not making any ice.|

Ice maker is turned off.
Refrigerator is not connected to water line or water valve is not open.
The water supply line is kinked.
The water ﬁlter is not seated properly.
The water ﬁlter may be clogged with foreign ma- terial.

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Turn on ice maker. For the fresh food ice maker, press ice maker on-off button once.
Connect the unit to the household water sup- ply and ensure the water valve is open.
Ensure that the supply line does not kink when the refrigerator is pushed into place against the wall.
Remove and re-install the water ﬁlter. Be sure to seat it fully into the locked position.
If water dispenses slowly or not at all, or if the ﬁlter is six months old or older, it should be replaced.

Ice maker is not mak- ing enough ice.|

Ice maker is producing less ice than you expect.
The water ﬁlter may be clogged with foreign material.
The water supply line is kinked.
Water pressure is extreme- ly low. Cut-off and cut-on pressures are too low (well systems only).
Reverse osmosis system is in regenerative phase.

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The ice maker will produce approximately 1 kg of ice every 24 hours depending on usage conditions.
If water dispenses slower than normal, or if the ﬁlter is six months old or older, it should be replaced.
Ensure that the supply line does not kink when the refrigerator is pushed into place against the wall.
Have someone turn up the cut-off and cut-on pressure on the water pump system (well systems only).
It is normal for a reverse osmosis system to be below 137 kPa (20 psi) during the regenerative phase.

Ice cubes are freezing together.|

Ice cubes are not being used frequently enough or interruption of power for prolonged time.
Ice cubes are hollow (shells of ice with water inside). The hollow cubes break open in the bin and leak their water onto existing ice, which causes it to freeze together.

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Remove ice container and discard ice. The ice maker will produce fresh supply. Ice should be used at least twice weekly to keep the cubes separated.
This generally occurs when the ice maker does not get enough water. This is usually the result of a clogged water ﬁlter or restricted water supply. Replace the water ﬁlter and if the condition still occurs, check to see if the water valve is not turned on all the way or if there is a kinked water supply line.

Dispenser (Ice & Water)
Dispenser (Ice & water) not dispensing ice.|

There is no ice in the bin to be dispensed.
The refrigerator doors are not completely closed.
Dispenser paddle has been pressed too long and the dispenser motor has over- heated.

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See the “Ice maker is not making any ice” section.
Be sure the refrigerator doors are completely closed.
The motor overload protector will reset in about three minutes and then ice can be dispensed.

Ice dispenser is jammed.|

Ice has melted and frozen around auger due to infrequent use, temperature fluctuations, and/or power outages.
Ice cubes are jammed be- tween ice maker and back of ice container.

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Remove ice container, thaw, and empty the con- tents. Clean container, wipe dry, and replace in proper position. When new ice is made, dispenser should operate.
Remove ice cubes that are jamming the dispenser.

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Dispenser (Ice & water) not dispensing water.|

Dispenser (Ice & water) not dispensing water.

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Remove and reinstall the water ﬁlter. Be sure to rotate it to the right until it stops and the grip end is vertical.
Replace ﬁlter cartridge. Be sure to rotate it to the right until it stops and the grip end is vertical.
Open household water line valve. See CONCERN column AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER.

Water not cold enough.|

As warmer tap water goes through the ﬁlter and enters the water supply system, the chilled water is pushed through to the dispenser. Once the chilled water is used up, it will take several hours to bring the freshly replaced water to a cooler temperature.

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Add ice to cup or container before dispensing water.

Water has an odd taste and/or odor.|

Water has not been dispensed for an extended period of time.
Unit not properly connected to cold water line.

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Draw and discard 10-12 glasses of water to freshen the supply.
Connect unit to cold water line that supplies water to the kitchen faucet.

Opening/Closing Of Doors
Door(s) will not close.|

Door was closed too hard, causing other door to open slightly.
Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on the floor when moved slightly.
Refrigerator is touching a wall or cabinet.
Check gasket and cabinet interface for any obstructions.

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Close both doors gently.
Ensure floor is level and solid, and can adequately support the refrigerator. Contact a carpenter to correct a sagging or sloping floor.
Ensure floor is level and solid, and can adequately support the refrigerator. Contact a carpenter to correct a sagging or sloping floor.
Clean the refrigerator door gaskets and interface with warm, soapy water to remove any grease, dirt and grime from the surface. Wipe clean with a dry cloth. Inspect the gasket to make sure it is thoroughly clean.

Compressor does not run.|

Refrigerator is in defrost cycle.
Plug at electrical outlet is disconnected.
House fuse blown or tripped circuit breaker.
Power outage.

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This is normal for a fully automatic defrost refrigerator. The defrost cycle occurs periodically, lasting about 30 minutes.
Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Reset circuit breaker.
Check house lights. Call local electric company.

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Refrigerator seems to run too much or too long.|

Your variable speed com- pressor is designed to run 100% of the time except during the defrost cycle. At times it will run faster, such as after a defrost cycle.

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It is normal for the compressor to run continuously except during defrost mode.

Digital Temperature Setting Display
Digital temperature displays an error.|

Electronic control system has detected a performance problem.

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Call your Electrolux service representative, who can interpret any messages or number codes flashing on the digital displays.

Water/Moisture/Frost Inside Refrigerator
Moisture collects on inside of refrigerator walls.|

Weather is hot and humid.
Flipper mullion

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The rate of frost buildup and internal sweat- ing increases.
Adjust flipper mullion. (See “To adjust the flipper mullion” in the Installation section.)

Water/Moisture/Frost Outside Refrigerator
Moisture collects on outside of refrigerator or between doors.|

Weather is humid.

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This is normal in humid weather.
When humid- ity is lower, the moisture should disappear.

Food in Fresh Food Compartment|
Food is freezing.|

Temperature setting is too low.
Temperature sensor is covered by food (right side of fresh food area).
Food is covering the air ports.

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Move the setting to a higher degree.
Allow space for air flow to the sensor.
Allow space between the air ports and the food.

CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following
data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.

Warning / Caution-Safety information.
General information and tips.
Environmental information.