Installation, 5cleaning (prior to use), Door removal (non-electronic models) – FRIGIDAIRE 297281400 User Manual

Page 5: Door removal (electronic models), Caution

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Cleaning (prior to use)

• Wash any removable parts, the freezer

interior, and exterior with mild detergent

and warm water. Wipe dry. Do not use

harsh cleaners on these surfaces.

• Do not use razor blades or other sharp

instruments, which can scratch the

appliance 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 tape already removed. Do

not remove the serial plate.

Door Removal (non-electronic

models)

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.

Plastic

Leveling Feet

Crating

Screw

Discard The (4) Crating Screws

And (2) Wood Bases

Turn

Left To

Raise

Turn

Right To

Lower

Unpacking and Leveling -- Upright Models

Shelf Front

Door Removal (electronic

models)

If door must be removed:
Door hinge is fastened with tamper-proof

screws. Please have a qualified technician

remove the door.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION

To allow door to close and seal properly, DO

NOT let food packages extend past the front

of shelves.

To Level Upright Models:
After discarding crating screws and wood base,

use a carpenter’s level to level the freezer from

front-to-back. Adjust the plastic leveling feet in

front, ½ bubble higher, so that the door closes

easily when left halfway open.
To Level Chest Models:
If needed, add metal or wood shims between

foot pads and floor.

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