Electrolux E23CS78DSS, Use & Care Manual

Page 1: ...241540102 0408 Dishwasher Use Care Guide Side By Side Refrigerator ...

Page 2: ..._________________________________________ Electrolux Model Number ________________________________________________ Electrolux Serial Number see picture for location QUESTIONS For toll free telephone support in the U S and Canada 1 877 4ELECTROLUX 1 877 435 3287 For online support and Internet product information www electroluxusa com 2003 Electrolux Home Products Inc Post Office Box 212378 Augusta...

Page 3: ... The Cooling System On And Off 15 Storage Features 16 Cantilever Shelves 16 Drawers 17 Doors 18 Accessories 19 Automatic Ice Water Dispenser 20 Using The Dispenser 20 Using The Dispenser Control Panel 21 Priming The Water Supply System 22 Ice Dispenser Operation Care 23 Changing The Filter 26 Locating The Water Filter 26 Ordering Replacement Filters 26 Replacing The Water Filter 26 Storing Food Sa...

Page 4: ...ambers and can quickly cause suffocation Destroy or recycle the product s carton plastic bags and any other exterior wrapping material immediately after the refrigerator is unpacked Children should never play with these items Child Entrapment And Suffocation These problems are not limited to the past Whether junked abandoned or temporarily stored even for a few hours unattended refrigerators and f...

Page 5: ... grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock Performance may be affected if the voltage varies by 10 or more Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the compressor Such damage is not covered under your warranty Do not plug t...

Page 6: ... doors 1 Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet 2 Open both doors and remove the toe grille as explained in the Installation Instructions that came with your appliance 3 Remove any food from the door shelves 4 Close the doors NO NO NO NO NOTE TE TE TE TE For more information on removing the toe grille please refer to the Installation Instructions Adjustable Wrench So...

Page 7: ...cil This makes reinstallation easier 2 Remove the two screws from the top hinge Lift the door off of the bottom hinge and and set it aside 3 Remove the three bottom hinge screws and hinge if necessary To reinstall the refrigerator door reverse the above steps Once both doors are in place also replace the top hinge cover CA CA CA CA CAUTION UTION UTION UTION UTION Be sure doors are set aside in a s...

Page 8: ...r located below the freezer door The connector releases when you press its outer sleeve inward 4 Remove the screws from the top hinge and pull the multi wire cable through it Lift the door off of the bottom hinge 5 Remove the three bottom hinge screws and hinge if necessary 6 Lay the door on its side to avoid damage to the water tube extending from the bottom hinge To reinstall the freezer door re...

Page 9: ...ur household water supply line plus 7 feet 2 1 meters A shut off valve for the connection between your household water line and the refrigerator supply line Do not use a self piercing shut off valve A compression nut and ferrule sleeve for the water supply connection at the rear of your refrigerator CA CA CA CA CAUTION UTION UTION UTION UTION To avoid property damage Use copper tubing for the wate...

Page 10: ...inch 6 Slide the ferrule sleeve into valve and finger tighten the compression nut onto valve Tighten another half turn with a wrench Do not over tighten 7 Secure the copper tube to your refrigerator s rear panel with a steel clamp and screw see illustration 8 Coil the excess copper tubing about 2 turns behind your refrigerator as shown Arrange coiled tubing to avoid vibration or wear against other...

Page 11: ...ERMS Your Electrolux refrigerator is designed for optimal convenience and storage flexibility Use the illustration below to familiarize yourself with product features and terminology NO NO NO NO NOTE TE TE TE TE Features may vary according to model ...

Page 12: ...the left half of the control panel indicate the current temperatures of your freezer and fresh food compartments To adjust the temperature to a higher or lower setting press the Up or Down Arrow button closest to the display The first time you press the button the display shows the last setting you entered Each press of the button after that increments the setting by one degree The display shows y...

Page 13: ...uously flashing it may indicate that the control system has detected a performance problem Call your Electrolux service representative who can interpret the flashing message Temperature Control Range Freezer Fresh Food Fahrenheit Centigrade Fahrenheit Centigrade Warmest 6 14 47 8 Warmer Factory Setting Midpoint 0 18 37 3 Coldest 6 21 33 1 Colder Press to alternate between Fahrenheit and Centigrade...

Page 14: ...mperature settings in three hours expect the control system to signal other conditions If cooling does not stabilize toward your current settings call 1 877 435 3267 for assistance Steady Green Alarm system is active No response required Door Ajar Flashing Green 9 Freezer or Fresh Food door has been open for over five minutes Close door to disable and reset alarm High Temp Flashing Amber 9 Freezer...

Page 15: ...ator by pressing the On Off button located on the left side of the temperature control panel To ensure that you do not accidentally turn off the cooling system the button does not work unless you press and hold it for three seconds Once you disable the cooling system all refrigeration to the freezer and fresh food compartments stops To turn the cooling system back on you must again press and hold ...

Page 16: ... hooks into the desired support slots 5 Lower the shelf and lock into position Shelf Features Your refrigerator includes SpillSafeTM glass shelves which are designed to catch and hold accidental spills These shelves slide out for easy access to food and faster cleaning Sliding shelves can be pulled forward as far as their built in stops allow Sliding shelves cannot be separated from their mounting...

Page 17: ...ity inside the crisper This feature can extend the life of certain fresh vegetables that keep longer in high humidity Meat Keeper Some models are equipped with a meat keeper drawer for short term storage of bulk meat items This drawer includes a sliding control for adjusting the temperature inside Any meat to be kept longer than two days should be frozen If you store fruits or vegetables in this d...

Page 18: ...usted 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 To change the position of an adjustable door bin 1 Before adjusting a bin remove all food 2 Grip the bin firmly with both hands and lift it upward 3 Remove the bin 4 Place the bin just above desired position 5 Lower the bin onto supports until l...

Page 19: ...e the dairy compartment at the top of the fresh food compartment door for short term storage of cheese spreads or butter The dairy compartment which includes a lift up cover is designed to be warmer than the open storage area to accommodate these types of food Can Rack The can rack allows you to efficiently and securely store up to six twelve ounce cans of beverage drink Ice Cream Shelf The ice cr...

Page 20: ...glass against the dispensing paddle as far up as possible to catch all the ice To stop pull the glass away from the dispensing paddle See details for operating the dispenser controls on page 21 Dispensing Water To operate the water dispenser press a drinking glass against the dispensing paddle To stop dispensing water pull the glass away from the dispensing paddle The dispensed water is not cold F...

Page 21: ...n Water filter does not need changing Amber Water filter is about 80 percent used Please order a new one Red Water filter is 100 percent used Please change as soon as possible After replacing the water filter reset the filter status by pressing and holding Filter Status button for 10 15 seconds Lock Button Indicator Light The dispenser can be locked to prevent unwanted use To lock press and hold b...

Page 22: ...ke about 1 minutes 3 Continue dispensing water for about 3 minutes to flush the system and plumbing connections of any impurities stopping to empty the glass as necessary CA CA CA CA CAUTION UTION UTION UTION UTION For proper dispenser operation recommended water supply pressure should fall between 20 psi and 100 psi Excessive pressure may cause water filter to malfunction NO NO NO NO NOTE TE TE T...

Page 23: ...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 Turning The Ice Dispenser On And Off Ice production is controlled by the ice maker s On Off power switch Press the switch to the O position to turn it Off and press to the I position to turn it On IMPOR IMPOR IMPOR IMPOR IMPORT T T T TANT ANT ANT ANT ANT The i...

Page 24: ...ner Water valve opening or closing Ice loosening from tray Running water Turn off the ice maker when cleaning the freezer and during vacations If you turn off the ice maker for a long period of time you should also turn off the water supply valve Cleaning The Ice Dispenser Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular intervals particularly before you take a vacation or move CA CA CA CA CAUTION UTION...

Page 25: ...storage bin if An extended power failure one hour or longer causes ice cubes in the ice storage bin to melt and freeze together jamming the dispenser mechanism You do not use the ice dispenser frequently Ice cubes will freeze together in the bin jamming the dispenser mechanism Remove the ice storage bin and shake to loosen the cubes or clean as explained above Never use an ice pick or similar shar...

Page 26: ... panel For more information about when to replace the filter see Using The Dispenser Control Panel on page 21 ORDERING REPLACEMENT FILTERS Order new filters through the dealer where you bought your refrigerator or contact the Electrolux Customer Care Center at 1 877 435 3287 or go to our web site at www electroluxusa com You may want to consider ordering extra filters when you first install your r...

Page 27: ...ageTM and pure advantageplus filter systems are tested and certified to ANSI NSF Standards 42 and 53 for the reduction of claims specified on the performance data sheet This system should not be used on water that is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality unless the water has been adequately disinfected before or after traveling through the filtration system NSF Test Certificati...

Page 28: ...ainst the snap in connector at the back of the housing 5 Push firmly until the cartridge snaps into place When fully engaged the front of the filter cartridge should be flush with the filter release button 6 Turn On the ice maker power switch see page 23 for more about turning on the ice maker 7 Press a drinking glass against the water dispenser while checking for any leaks at the filter housing A...

Page 29: ...se the meat keeper drawer for short term storage Any meat to be kept longer than two days should be frozen See page 17 for more about the meat keeper drawer Frozen Food Storage Keep the freezer compartment at 0 F or lower see page 13 for more about temperature settings A freezer operates most efficiently when it is at least 2 3 full Packaging Foods for Freezing To minimize food dehydration and qua...

Page 30: ...s Do not place the refrigerator next to heat producing appliances such as a range oven or dishwasher If this is not possible a section of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two appliances will help the refrigerator operate more efficiently Level the refrigerator so that the doors close tightly Temperature Settings Refer to earlier sections in this Use Care Manual beginning on pa...

Page 31: ...has been produced you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin E Cold Control Automatic Defrost Control These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the cooling system on and off F Condenser Fan You may hear air being forced through the condenser G Compressor Modern high efficiency compressors run much faster than in the past The compressor may have a high pitched hum or p...

Page 32: ... the next page for details on caring and cleaning specific areas of your refrigerator NO NO NO NO NOTE TE TE TE TE If you set your temperature controls to turn off cooling power to lights and other electrical components continues until you unplug the power cord from the wall outlet CA CA CA CA CAUTION UTION UTION UTION UTION Pull the refrigerator straight out to move it Shifting it from side to si...

Page 33: ...ess Steel Cleaners Never use CHLORIDE to clean stainless steel Clean stainless steel front and handles with non abrasive soapy water and a dishcloth Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth Wipe stubborn spots with an ammonia soaked paper towel and rinse Use a non abrasive stainless steel cleaner These cleaners can be purchased at most home improvement or major department stores Always follow manuf...

Page 34: ... are designed for appliance lighting To replace light bulbs 1 Unplug your refrigerator s power cord 2 Wear gloves as protection against possible broken glass 3 Remove light cover if necessary 4 Unscrew and replace old bulb with an appliance bulb of the same type and wattage normally 40 watts 5 Replace light cover if necessary 6 Plug in the refrigerator s power cord CA CA CA CA CAUTION UTION UTION ...

Page 35: ...ounded power supply of sufficient voltage replacement of blown fuses repair of loose connections or defects in house wiring 4 Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing such as removal of trim cupboards shelves etc which are not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory 5 Damages to finish after installation 6 Replacement of light bulbs and or fluorescent tubes o...

Page 36: ...matic ice maker is operating Doors are opened too frequently or too long Refrigerator freezer door may be slightly open Freezer control is set too cold control found in fresh food section Fresh food freezer gasket is dirty worn cracked or poorly fitted It s normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these conditions It takes 8 12 hours for the refrigerator to cool down completely Ice maker o...

Page 37: ...m section Opening Closing Of Doors Drawers Freezer temperature is too warm Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Freezer control is set too warm Set freezer control to a colder setting Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize Refrigerator temperature is too warm Freezer temperature is satisfactory Refrigerator control is set too warm Set refrigerator control to a colder setting Allow 24 hour...

Page 38: ...ice water filter cartridge is clogged or restricted and must be replaced Push firmly until the water filter snaps into place Ice maker is not making enough ice Ice maker is producing less ice than you expect Freezer is not cold enough Household water line valve is not completely open Check to see if water dispenser is dispensing slower than normal Ice maker should produce approximately 4 5 pounds ...

Page 39: ...ot freeze together The ice water filter cartridge could be clogged Replace the filter cartridge Dispensing system operates best at 20 100 psi water pressure Well water pressures should fall within this range Water Dispenser Problem Cause Correction Dispenser will not dispense water Water supply is not connected Household water line valve is not open Freezer door is not closed Ice water filter cart...

Page 40: ...equately support the refrigerator Contact a carpenter to correct a sagging or sloping floor Drawers are difficult to move Food is touching shelf on top of drawer Track that drawers slide on is dirty Keep less food in drawer Clean drawer runners and tracks See Care Cleaning Tips Light Bulb Is Not On Problem Cause Correction Light bulb is not on Light bulb is burned out Freezer light switch is stuck...