Frigidaire GRBN2012AF - Troubleshooting Guide

5 Grounding type wall receptacle Power cord with 3-prong grounded plug Do not, under any circumstances, cut, remove, or bypass the grounding prong. WARNING These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in this appliance will operate properly. Electrical information • Plug the ap...

8 This Use & Care Manual provides general installation and operating instructions for this model. We recommend using a service or kitchen contracting professional to install the refrigerator. Use the appliance only as instructed in this Use & Care Manual. Before starting the appliance, follo...

9 Flipper Mullion (some models) Adjust the 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. WRONG IN...

10 DOOR REMOVAL Getting Through Narrow Spaces If the refrigerator will not fit through an entrance area, you can remove the doors. Check first by measuring the entrance. To prepare for removing the door(s): 1. Unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet. 2. Remove any food from the shelves...

11 Center Hinge Removal 4. Go to Removing the Freezer Drawer. 5. To reinstall the doors, reverse the procedure. DOOR REMOVAL 3. If the center hinge is still preventing access through the entryway, open the bottom drawer and remove the center hinge pin using an adjustable wrench and set it aside. Rem...

12 DOOR REMOVAL Removing the Freezer Drawer CAUTION Drawer is heavy. Use caution when lifting. 1. Open the drawer and fully extend it.2. Remove the freezer bins and basket.3. Inside the cabinet, press the 2 tabs on both sides to release the sliders. 4. Remove the drawer with brackets and sliders. Re...

13 1. With the door closed, use a plastic putty knife to remove the left hand top hinge cover. Then, unsnap the right hand top hinge cover and set both aside. Remove the three 8 mm screws from the top hinge. Carefully remove the door from the unit and set aside. CAUTION Place the doors on a padded s...

15 Handle Installation Instructions DOOR HANDLE INSTALLATION (SOME MODELS) CAUTION Wear gloves and safety goggles. Use extreme CAUTION when installing these handles.  NOTE When tightening the Allen set screws, it is imperative to apply force to the longer arm of the Allen wrench.  NOTE Tighten all...

16 WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION IMPORTANT Ensure the water supply line connections comply with all local plumbing codes. To install the water supply line, you will need the following: • Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, flathead screwdriver, and Phillips TM screwdriver • Access to a household cold water li...

17 WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION To Connect the Water Tube to the Household Water Supply 1. Disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical power source. 2. Place the end of the water supply line into a sink or a bucket. Turn ON the water supply and flush the supply line until water is clear. Turn OFF the...

18 CONTROLS AND SETTINGS 6 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 Appliance Control Display 1 Ice Maker Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn the ice maker on/off. 2 Freeze Boost Prior to grocery shopping we recommend you activate Freeze Boost to freeze your food faster. It remains active for up to 12 hours before automati...

20 CONTROLS AND SETTINGS 1 2 In the Sabbath Mode, the High Temp alarm is active for health reasons. For example, if you leave the door ajar the High Temp alarm is activated. The refrigerator will function normally once you close the door, without any violation of the Sabbath/Holidays. The High Temp ...

21 AUTOMATIC WATER DISPENSER The Internal water dispenser is mounted inside the cabinet, along the left-hand cabinet wall.Before using the water dispenser for the first time or after changing the water filter, you must prime your water supply system. Place a cup against the paddle and press to dispe...

22 ICE MAKER CAUTION If the water supply to the refrigerator is softened, be sure the softener is properly maintained. Chemicals from a water softener can damage the ice maker. Your appliance has an automatic ice maker that will provide a sufficient supply of ice for normal use. The unit will not pr...

26 STORAGE FEATURES To remove the upper freezer drawer: 1. Open the freezer compartment completely. 2. Lift it up and out to remove the upper freezer drawer. Reverse the steps to reinstall the drawer. Freezer Drawer Freezer Features  NOTE If the basket is not resting on the stabi- lizer bar retaine...

27 STORING FOOD AND SAVING ENERGY Ideas for storing foods Fresh food storage • Keep the fresh food compartment between 34°F and 44°F with an optimum temperature of 37°F. • Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves, which reduces air circulation and causes uneven cooling. • Avoid placing food in fr...

28 NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS Understanding the sounds coming from the refrigerator High-efficiency refrigerators may introduce unfamiliar sounds . These sounds normally indicate the refrigerator is operating correctly. Some surfaces on floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make these sounds more not...

29 FILTER REPLACEMENT Ordering your replacement water filter If you have not used your refrigerator for a period of time (during moving for example), change the filter before reinstalling the refrigerator. To order your replacement filters, please visit our online store at Frigidaire.com, by calling...

30 PureAir® RAF-1™ Air Filter The air filter is located in the top center of the fresh food compartment. To order replacement filters, please visit our online store at Frigidaire.com, by calling 1-800- 374- 4432 (Frigidaire.ca or 1-800-265- 8352 in Canada) or through the dealer from which the refrig...

31 FILTER REPLACEMENT PureAir PK-2 Produce Keeper Plus™ Keep fruits and vegetables fresher longer with PureAir PK-2 Produce Keeper Plus . Our produce keeper absorbs ethylene gas, the natural gas that causes produce to ripen quicker. Reduce food waste, save money and enjoy fresh-tasting produce with ...

32  NOTE Do not use abrasive cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior doors, gaskets, or cabinet liners. Do not use scouring pads or other abrasive c...

33 Vacation and moving tips Occasion Tips Short Vacations • Leave the refrigerator operating during vacations of 3 weeks or less.• Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment.• Turn the automatic ice maker off and empty the ice bucket, even if only away a few days. Long Vacations • Remove...

34 1-800-265-8352 (Canada) Frigidaire.ca 1-800-374-4432 (United States) Frigidaire.com 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. • T...

35 Concern Potential Cause Common Solution Opening/Closing Of Doors/Drawers 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. • Food/packaging ...

36 TROUBLESHOOTING Concern Potential Cause Common Solution Water/Moisture/Frost Inside Refrigerator Moisture collects on inside of refrigerator walls. • Weather is hot and humid. • Flipper mullion • The rate of frost buildup and internal sweating increases. • Adjust flipper mullion. (See Flipper Mul...

37 LIMITED WARRANTY Your appliance is covered by a one year limited warranty. For one year from your date of delivery, Electrolux will pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this appliance that prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used an...

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