Frigid A Ire Freezer
Frigid A Ire Freezer
Frigid A Ire Freezer
Freezer
Product Registration Important Safety Instructions First Steps
Energy Saving Ideas Setting the Temperature Control
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Versin en espaol Si desea obtener una copia en espaol de este Manual del Usuario, srvase escribir a la direccin que se incluye a continuacin. Solicite la P/N 297281500. Spanish Owners Guides Electrolux Home Products P.O. Box 212378 Augusta, GA 30917 The information contained in this Use and Care Guide will instruct you on how to properly operate and care for your product. Please read through the information contained in your literature pack to learn more about your new freezer. Record your Model and Serial Numbers
Remove the door/lid. If your door has electronic controls, have it removed by a qualified technician. Record the model number and serial number of this freezer Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb in the space provided below. inside. Have the refrigerant removed by a qualified technician. Model No. Serial No.
FFU21F5HWK WB10346771
Register Your Product The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD (shown above) should be filled in completely, signed and returned to Electrolux Home Products. This Use and Care Guide provides operating instructions for your model. Use your freezer only as instructed in this Use and Care Guide.
FIRST STEPS
This Owners Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use the freezer only as instructed in this Owners Guide. Before starting the freezer, follow these important first steps.
INSTAllATION
Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug. For the most efficient operation, the freezer should be located where surrounding temperatures will not exceed 110F (43C). Temperatures of 32F (0C) and below will NOT affect freezer operation. Additional compressor heaters are not recommended. Allow space around the unit for good air circulation. Leave a 3 inch (75 mm) space on all sides of the freezer for adequate circulation.
OThER PRECAUTIONS
To defrost freezer, always unplug unit first. Never unplug the freezer by pulling on the cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out from the receptacle. Turning the temperature control to OFF turns off the compressor, but does not disconnect the power to the light bulb or other electrical components. NOTE: The exterior walls of the freezer may become quite warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from the inside. Temperatures as much as 30 F warmer than room temperature can be expected. For this reason it is particularly important in hotter climates to allow enough space for air circulation around your freezer.
Avoid fire hazard or electric shock. Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug. Do not remove any prong from the power cord.
Grounding type wall receptacle
Do not, under any circumstances, cut, remove, or bypass the grounding prong.
lEVElING
The freezer must have all bottom corners resting firmly on a solid floor. The floor must be strong enough to support a fully loaded freezer. NOTE: It is VERY IMPORTANT for your freezer to be level in order to function properly. If the freezer is not leveled during installation, the door may be misaligned and not close or seal properly, causing cooling, frost, or moisture problems. To level Upright Models: After discarding crating screws and wood base, use a carpenters level to level the freezer from front-to-back. Adjust the plastic leveling feet in front, bubble higher, so that the door closes easily when left halfway open.
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If door must be removed: 1. Gently lay freezer on its back, on a rug or blanket. 2. Remove two base screws and base panel. 3. Remove bottom hinge screws. 4. Remove plastic top hinge cover. 5. Remove screws from top hinge. 6. Remove top hinge from cabinet. 7. Remove door and bottom hinge from cabinet. 8. To replace door, reverse the above order and securely tighten all screws to prevent hinge slippage.
If door must be removed: Door hinge is fastened with tamper-proof screws. Please have a qualified technician remove the door.
To level Chest Models: If needed, add metal or wood shims between foot pads and floor.
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The freezer should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing appliances or heating ducts, and out of direct sunlight. Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the
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freezer. Overloading the freezer forces the compressor to run longer. Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality or spoil. Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before placing them in the freezer. This cuts down on frost build-up inside the freezer. Freezer shelves should not be lined with aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the freezer less efficient. Organize and label food to reduce door openings and extended searches. Remove as many items as needed at one time, and close the door as soon as possible.
To allow door to close and seal properly, DO NOT let food packages extend past the front of shelves.
Shelf Front
TEMPERATURE CONTROl
Electromechanical Temperature Control (Chest and Some Upright Models) The electromechanical temperature control is located inside the freezer on upright models, and on the left exterior wall on chest models (see figure 1). The temperature is factory preset to provide satisfactory food storage temperatures. However, the temperature control is adjustable to provide a range of temperatures for your personal satisfaction. To adjust the temperature setting, turn the temperature control knob clockwise or counter clockwise. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize between adjustments.
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every five minutes until the freezer temperature is below 23F. To silence the buzzer, press the ALARM RESET button. Door Ajar Alarm This feature provides a warning if the the door is open for more than five minutes. There will be a beep every five seconds and the Door Ajar indicator will light up. Press Alarm Reset to turn the alarm off. The Door Ajar indicator will remain lit unril the door is closed. If the door remains open for 15 minutes or more, the interior lamp will turn off. Should an E appear on display, contact your authorized service technician for repair. Until changes are made, freezer will continue to run. Deluxe Electronic Temperature Control (Some Upright Frost Free Models) Refer to the Electronics Control Guide supplied when you purchase a deluxe electronic upright model. See Figure 3 for deluxe electronics control panel.
Standard Electronic Temperature Control (Some Upright Frost Free Models) The standard electronic temperature control is located outside the freezer (see Figure 1). Temperature is factory preset to provide satisfactory food storage temperatures. To adjust the temperature setting, move the UP () symbol for colder temperatures and DOWN () symbol for warmer temperatures on the control panel. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize between adjustments. To turn off freezer, press DOWN () symbol until display shows 1. Press three more times until display shows 0. To activate freezer, press UP () three times until display shows 1 then press () to desired setting. To keep the temperature setting from being accidentally changed, the control may be locked. This is done by pressing Alarm Reset for 3 seconds. L will then appear on display. To unlock the control, press Alarm Reset for 3 seconds. For the first second, U will appear, and then the current temperature will appear. Temp Alarm This feature is designed to provide a warning if the inside temperature exceeds 23F. HI TEMP feature operates on household electricity. It will not function if household electricity is interrupted.
When the freezer is initially plugged in, the red HI TEMP indicator will be on and the buzzer will sound. The indicator light will stay on until the freezer temperature is below 23F. To silence the buzzer, press the ALARM RESET button. If a malfunction causes the temperature inside the freezer to rise above 23F, the HI TEMP light will turn on and the buzzer will sound. The buzzer will sound
A Slide-Out Basket (some models), located at the bottom of the freezer, provides separate storage space for items that are difficult to store on freezer shelves. To remove the basket, pull out and lift up.
INTERIOR lIGhT
The light comes on automatically when the door is opened. To replace the light bulb, turn the temperature control to OFF and unplug the electrical cord. Replace the old bulb with a bulb of the same wattage.
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Here is the place to store up to four extra-large boxes of frozen pizza without ever having to dig them out from beneath a pile of other stored goods. The pizza shelf can be retracted to provide space for larger items on the shelf below, and still store up to two more pizzas.
Tilt-Out Shelf
surfaces. Do not touch interior metal surfaces with wet or damp hands. Freezer must be unplugged (to avoid electrical hazard) from power source when defrosting unit.
Some upright freezers are frost-free and defrost automatically, but should be cleaned occasionally.
BETwEEN DEFROSTINGS
To avoid frequent defrosting, occasionally use a plastic scraper to remove frost. Scrape with a pulling motion. Never use a metal instrument to remove frost.
DEFROSTING
It is important to defrost and clean the freezer when to inch of frost has accumulated. Frost may tend to accumulate faster on the upper part of the freezer due to warm, moist air entering the freezer when the door is opened. Remove food and leave the door open when defrosting the freezer.
Use these clever dividers to custom-arrange a variety of different-sized storage bins in the bottom of your chest freezer. Use the peel-n-stick labels found in your literature packet to help remind you which items are stored where. If you have To Defrost Upright Models with Defrost Drain: an item that isnt already covered by one of the pre-printed Remove the drain plug on the inside floor of the freezer by labels then use one of the blank labels and a permanent pulling it straight out. marking pen to make your own custom label. Labels can be To access external drain tube on models with a base panel, peeled off when no longer needed and replaced by new and first remove the two screws from the base panel. Locate different ones. the drain tube near the left center under the freezer. Place a shallow pan under the drain tube. Defrost water will drain out. Check the pan occasionally so water does not overflow (see figure 1). A inch garden hose adapter can be used to drain the freezer directly into a floor drain. If your model is not equipped with an adapter, one can be purchased at most hardware stores. Replace the drain plug when defrosting and cleaning are completed. If the drain is left open, warm air may enter the freezer.
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To Defrost Chest Models with Defrost Drain: Drain Tube Place a shallow pan or the Divider/Drain Pan (if equipped) beneath the drain outlet. Pull out the outside drain plug (see figure 2). A inch garden Drain Pan hose adapter can be used Figure 1 to drain the freezer directly into a floor drain (see figure 3). If your model is not equipped with an adapter, one can be purchased at most hardware stores. Pull out the drain plug inside the freezer (see figure 4). Defrost water will drain out. Check pan occasionally so water does not overflow. Replace the drain plugs when defrosting and cleaning are completed. If the drain is left open, warm air may enter the freezer.
Hose Adaptor
Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments, which can scratch the freezer surface when removing adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tape can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent, or touch the residue with the sticky side of the tape already removed. DO NOT REMOVE ThE SERIAl PlATE.
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Defrost Drain Plug
To Defrost Models without Drain Defrost Drain: Plug If leaving the freezer Place towels or newspapers on the freezer bottom to door open while on vacation, make catch the frost. The frost will certain that children cannot get into loosen and fall. the freezer and become entrapped. Remove the towels and/or newspapers. POwER FAIlURE / FREEzER FAIlURE If the frost is soft, remove it by using a plastic scraper. If the frost is glazed and hard, NOTE: Do not open freezer door Figure 4 fill deep pans with hot water unnecessarily if freezer is off for and place them on the freezer bottom. several hours. Close the freezer door/lid. Frost should soften in about fifteen (15) minutes. If a power failure occurs, frozen foods will stay frozen for at least 24 hours if the freezer is kept closed. If the power Repeat this procedure is necessary. failure continues, pack seven or eight pounds of dry ice ClEANING ThE INSIDE into the freezer every 24 hours. Look in the Yellow Pages After defrosting, wash inside surfaces of the freezer with under Dry Ice, Dairies, or Ice Cream Manufacturers for loa solution of two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart (1.1 litres) warm water. Rinse and dry. Wring excess water cal dry ice suppliers. Always wear gloves and use caution when handling dry ice. out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the area of the controls, or any electrical parts. Wash the removable parts and door basket with the baking soda solution mentioned above, or mild detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry. Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any surface. Do not wash removable parts in a dishwasher. If the freezer has stopped operating, see Freezer Does Not Run in the Troubleshooting Guide. If you cannot solve the problem, call an authorized servicer immediately. If the freezer remains off for several hours, follow the directions above for the use of dry ice during a power failure. If necessary, take the food to a local locker plant until the freezer is ready to operate. Look in the Yellow Pages under Frozen Food Locker Plants.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
FREEZER DOES NOT RUN
Freezer does not run.
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.
CAUSE
CORRECTION
Freezer is plugged into a circuit that has a ground fault interrupt. Temperature control is in the OFF position. Freezer may not be plugged in, or plug may be loose. House fuse blown or tripped circuit breaker. Power outage. Room or outside weather is hot. Freezer has recently been disconnected for a period of time. Large amounts of warm or hot food have been stored recently. Doors are opened too frequently or too long. Freezer door may be slightly open. Temperature Control is set too low. Freezer gasket is dirty, worn, cracked, or poorly fitted.
Use another circuit. If you are unsure about the outlet, have it checked by a certified technician. See Setting the Temperature Control Section. 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. It's normal for the freezer to work harder under these conditions. It takes 4 hours for the freezer to cool down completely. Warm food will cause freezer to run more until the desired temperature is reached. Warm air entering the freezer causes it to run more. Open doors less often. See "DOOR PROBLEMS" Section. Turn control knob to a warmer setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize. Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause freezer to run longer in order to maintain desired temperature. Turn the control to a warmer setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize. Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize. Warm air enters the freezer every time the door is opened. Open the door less often. See "DOOR PROBLEMS" Section. Wait until the freezer has had a chance to reach its selected temperature. Freezer requires 4 hours to cool down completely.
Temperature Control is set too low. Temperature Control is set too warm. Door is kept open too long or is opened too frequently. Door may not be seating properly. Large amounts of warm or hot food may have been stored recently. Freezer has recently been disconnected for a period of time. The external freezer walls can be as much as 30F warmer than room temperature.
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This is normal while the compressor works to transfer heat from inside the freezer cabinet.
This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as freezer continues to run.
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PROBLEM
SOUND AND NOISE (Cont.)
Popping or cracking sound when compressor comes on. Bubbling or gurgling sound, like water boiling. Vibrating or rattling noise.
CAUSE
Metal par ts undergo expansion and contraction, as in hot water pipes. Refrigerant (used to cool freezer) is circulating throughout the system. Freezer is not level. It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly. Floor is uneven or weak. Freezer rocks on floor when it is moved slightly. Freezer is touching the wall.
CORRECTION
This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as freezer continues to run. This is normal.
Level the unit. Refer to "Leveling" in the First Steps Section. Ensure floor can adequately suppor t freezer. Level the freezer by putting wood or metal shims under par t of the freezer. Relevel the freezer or move freezer slightly. Refer to "Leveling" in the First Steps Section.
ODOR IN FREEZER
Odors in freezer Interior needs to be cleaned. Foods with strong odors are in the freezer. Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and baking soda. Cover the food tightly.
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DOOR PROBLEMS
Door will not close. Freezer is not level. It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly. Floor is uneven or weak. Freezer rocks on floor when it is moved slightly. This condition can force the cabinet out of square and misalign the door. Refer to "Leveling" in the First Steps Section. Level the floor by using wood or metal shims under the freezer or brace floor suppor ting the freezer.
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10. Service calls to repair or replace appliance light bulbs, air filters, water filters, other consumables, or knobs, handles, or other cosmetic parts. 11. Surcharges including, but not limited to, any after hour, weekend, or holiday service calls, tolls, ferry trip charges, or mileage expense for service calls to remote areas, including the state of Alaska. 12. Damages to the finish of appliance or home incurred during installation, including but not limited to floors, cabinets, walls, etc. 13. Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God. DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMERS SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR. ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. If You Need Service Keep your receipt, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record to establish the warranty period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. Service under this warranty must be obtained by contacting Electrolux at the addresses or phone numbers below.
This warranty only applies in the USA and Canada. In the USA, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Major Appliances North America, a division of Electrolux Home Products, Inc. In Canada, your appliance is warranted by Electrolux Canada Corp. Electrolux authorizes no person to change or add to any obligations under this warranty. Obligations for service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Electrolux or an authorized service company. Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice.
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1.800.944.9044
Electrolux Major Appliances North America P.O. Box 212378 Augusta, GA 30907
1.800.668.4606
Electrolux Canada Corp. 5855 Terry Fox Way Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5V 3E4
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SERVICE DATA SHEET AUTOMATIC DEFROST UPRIGHT FREEZER FICHE DE DONNES TECHNIQUES CONGLATEUR VERTICAL DGIVRAGE AUTOMATIQUE FICHA DE DATOS TECNICOS CONGELADOR VERTICAL CON DESCONGELACION AUTOMATICA
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A..Black, Noir, Negro B..White, Blanc, Blanco C..Yellow, Jaune, Armarillo D..Red, Rouge, Rojo E..Blue, Bleu, Azul F..Brown, Brun, Marrn
PERFORMANCE (Control at number 1 setting) Room Ambient Freezer Compartment Temperature Percent Running Time Wattage Range (Last 1/3 of cycle) Suction Pressure (Cut-in, Cut-out), PSIG High Side Pressure (Last 1/3 of cycle), PSIG PERFORMANCE (commande sur rglage numro 1) Temprature ambiante Temprature du compartiment conglateur Pourcentage de dure de fonctionnement Gamme du puissance (dernier 1/3 du cycle) Pression daspiration (enclenchment, dclenchement),en lb/po au man. Pression ct haut (dernier 1/3 du cycle), en lb/po au man. RENDIEMENTO (Control en el ajuste 1) Temperatura Ambiente Temperatura del Compartimiento Congelador Porcentaje de Tiempo de Funcionamiento Gama de Potencia (Ultimo 1/3 de ciclo) Presinde Aspiracin (Conexin, Desconexin), en Lbs/pulg. Presin Lado Alto (Ultimo 1/3 de cicio). Lbs/pulg.
70F 2-8F 35-45% 115-140 14-0 100-115 70F 2-8F 35-45% 115-140 14-0 100-115 70F 2-8F 35-45% 115-140 14-0 100-115
90F 2-8F 50-65% 120-145 14-0 140-155 90F 2-8F 50-65% 120-145 14-0 140-155 90F 2-8F 50-65% 120-145 14-0 140-155
DEFROST CONTROL An automatic 30 minute defrosting period is initiated after every 12 hours of compressor running time. During the defrosting period a thermostat will switch the defrost heater off after the frost on the evaporator has melted. The defrost thermostat closes at 25F and opens at 40F. COMMANDE DE DGIVRAGE Une priode de dgivrage de 30 minutes commence automatiquement aprs 12 heures de fonctionnement du compresseur. Au cours de la priode de dgivrage, un thermostat arrte llment chauffant de dgivrage une fois que le givre sur lvaporateur as fondu. Le thermostat de dgivrage se ferme 25F et souvre 40F. CONTROL DE DESCONGELACION Se inicia un periodo 30 minutos de descongelacin automtica despus de cada 12 horas de funcionamiento del compresor. Durante el periodo de descongelacin un termostato apagar el calefactor de descongelacin despus que se haya disuelto la escarcha del evaporador. El termostato de descongelacin se cierra a 25F y se abre a 40F.
Specifications subject to change without notice. For complete performance data by model refer to service manual. Options shown are not necessarily part of model Caractristiques modifiables sans pravis. Pour des renseignements complets:se reporter au manual du modle. Les options montres ne sont pas ncessairement une partie de modle. Especificaciones sujetas a cambio sin aviso previo. Para informacin completa, consultar el manual del modelo. Las opciones ilustradas no son necesariamente parte de este modelo.