Frigidaire FFHT1614Q, Use & Care Manual

Page 1: ...tor Important Safety Instructions 2 Features At A Glance 4 Installation 5 Door Removal Reversal Instructions 7 Handle Installation 9 Connecting Water Supply 11 Ice Service 13 807876506 December 2014 Controls 14 Optional Features 16 Normal Operating Sounds and Sights 19 Care and Cleaning 20 Before you Call 22 Major Appliance Warranty 23 ...

Page 2: ...er humidity controls set Registration card sent in Installation Checklist CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For your Safety DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Read product labels for warnings regarding flammability a...

Page 3: ...FF Electronic controls will disable your refrigerator s cooling system but does not disconnect the power to the light bulb and other electrical components To turn off power to your refrigerator you must unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet CAUTION To avoid personal injury or property damage handle tempered glass shelves carefully Shelves may break suddenly if nicked scratched or expose...

Page 4: ...rs Rinse with warm water and dry with a soft cloth Do not use sharp instruments rubbing alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator After you remove all of the package materials clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it See the Care Cleaning section in this manual See important information about cleanin...

Page 5: ...ght 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 If you do not hook up water to the refrigerator remember to turn the ice maker off Installation Installation clearances Allow the following...

Page 6: ... the refrigerator from side to side To level the cabinet using the front rollers 1 Remove the toe grille 2 Use a flat blade screwdriver or inch socket wrench to raise or lower the front rollers Figure 2 Do not raise the cabinet more than 9 16 inch Figure 4 some models Lower Anti tip Bracket Raise 9 16 Max Figure 3 9 16 Max Raise Figure 2 or 3 Use adjustable wrench to adjust leveling screws Lower t...

Page 7: ... and remove the electrical power cord from the wall outlet Remove any food from door shelves Door Stop Shim Washer Hinge Pin Center Hinge Screws Hinge Hole Plug Handle Hole Plug Door Stop Screw Top Hinge Cover Top Hinge Top Hinge Cover Front Screw Top Hinge Cover Rear Screw Bottom Hinge Screw Top Hinge Screw Adjustable Wrench Socket Wrench Set 3 8 Fixed Wrench Tools Necessary PhillipsTM Head or or...

Page 8: ...efrigerator door stops to opposite side Before starting screws use an awl to puncture the foam 14 Position refrigerator door onto bottom hinge pin and screw center hinge pin through center hinge into top of door Close refrigerator door to help align hinge hole 15 Tighten center hinge pin with adjustable wrench 16 Remove cabinet and hinge hole plugs and move to opposite side 17 Lower freezer door o...

Page 9: ...of the handle 3 Tighten the set screw on the rounded part of the handle until the handle is flush with the door then tighten another turn CAUTION Wear gloves and use extreme CAUTION when installing these handles The rounded end of the handles may be sharp To attach metal freezer handle 1 Place rounded part of handle onto shoulder screw on face of door and align the two holes in bottom of handle wi...

Page 10: ...le over dovetail screw pull handle straight down until handle is aligned with screw holes on top of door 2 Secure top of handle with two screws To attach plastic freezer handle 1 Place top of handle over dovetail screw pull handle straight up until handle is aligned with screw holes on bottom of door 2 Secure bottom of handle with two screws HANDLE INSTALLATION Screw Handle Button Plug Lock Handle...

Page 11: ...w refrigerator Depending on your local state building codes Frigidaire recommends for homes with existing valves its Smart Choice water line kit 5305513409 with a 6 ft Stainless Steel Water Line and for homes without an existing valve Frigidaire recommends its Smart Choice water line kit 5305510264 with a 20 ft Copper Water Line with self tapping saddle valve Please refer to www frigidaire com sto...

Page 12: ...supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go inch 6 4 mm Slide ferrule sleeve into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut onto valve Tighten another half turn with a wrench DO NOT over tighten See Figure 1 If you use stainless steel tubing The nut and ferrule are already assembled on the tubing Slide compression nut onto valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut onto valve ...

Page 13: ... Air in new plumbing lines may cause the ice maker to cycle two or three times before making a full tray of ice With no usage it will take approximately one to two days to fill the ice container New plumbing connections may cause the first production of ice cubes to be discolored or have an odd flavor Discard ice made during the first 24 hours NOTE Automatic ice makers are also optional accessorie...

Page 14: ...closed for at least 8 hours before loading it with food Refrigerator Freezer Controls some models NOTE Your refrigerator is designed to prevent food stored in the freezer from melting when installed in areas below 55 F such as a garage however this low temperature environment can cause less than optimal temperature control in the refrigerator section NOTE Sustained exposure to ambient temperatures...

Page 15: ... has no effect on electrical power to the refrigerator To maintain temperatures a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments For good circulation do not block cold air vents with food items Cool Down Period To ensure safe food storage allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 hours before loading it with food Refrigerator Freezer Controls some mode...

Page 16: ...or rack Some models have door racks or bins that can accommodate gallon sized plastic drink containers and economy sized jars and containers To remove door rack 1 Push on rack sides to release from locking tabs 2 Pull straight out To install door rack 1 Push rack straight ahead 2 You will hear the sides lock into the tabs 1 2 Slide Under Flip Shelf To adjust slide under flip shelf 1 Pull shelf for...

Page 17: ...els allows you to adjust the humidity within the crisper This can extend the life of fresh vegetables that keep best in high humidity Low Humidity High Humidity Adjustable door bins Some models have adjustable door bins that can be moved to suit individual needs To move door bin along a rail 1 Tilt bin up so the back of the bin is off the door but the hook is still engaged 2 Slide bin along rail t...

Page 18: ...before storing Clip Bin Pantry Drawer some models Some models are equipped with a Pantry Drawer for storage of luncheon meats spreads cheeses and other deli items Please be sure to support glass when removing the drawer Store More Drawer some models The Store More Drawer is located at the top of the refrigerator cabinet directly under the freezer To install the Store More Drawer 1 Place tabs on ba...

Page 19: ...l hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin E Electronic defrost control These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the cooling system on and off Control box may differ from the one shown 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...

Page 20: ...vestment Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains appearance and prevents odor build up Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartments at least twice a year When cleaning take the following precautions Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher Always unplug the electrical power cord from th...

Page 21: ...o clean smooth handles DO NOT use a dry cloth to clean smooth doors Exterior Handles Stainless Steel Models Only Soap and water Stainless Steel Cleaners Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach 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 Use a non abrasive stainless steel cleaner These clea...

Page 22: ...s needed Freezer temperature is warmer than preferred Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Set auxiliary freezer control to a colder setting until freezer temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize Refrigerator temperature is too warm Freezer temperature is satisfactory Set refrigerator freezer control to a colder setting Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabi...

Page 23: ...ectrolux 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 CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLU...