Electrolux 241940500 User Manual

Installation instructions, French door bottom freezer/refrigerator, Caution

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This document should only be removed by customer after installation.

P/N: 241940500

Not satisfied with the installation of your refrigerator?

Please contact the store you purchased it from.

Installation Instructions

for

French Door Bottom Freezer/Refrigerator

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To connect the water supply to the rear of your refrigerator:

1 Ensure that the refrigerator is not plugged in.

2 Flush the supply line until water is clear by placing the

end of the copper tube in a sink or bucket and opening

the shut-off valve.

3 Remove the plastic cap from the water valve inlet at the

rear of your refrigerator. Discard the cap.

4 Slide the brass compression nut, then the ferrule (sleeve)

onto copper tube.

5 Push the copper tube into water valve inlet as far as it will

go (1/4 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 2½ turns) behind

your refrigerator as shown. Arrange coiled tubing to avoid

vibration or wear against other surfaces.

9 Open water supply shut-off valve and tighten any connections that leak.

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Remove Internal Shipping Materials

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Doors

Handles are secure and tight

Door seals completely to cabinet on all

sides

Fresh food doors are level

Leveling

Refrigerator is level, side to side and tilted

1/4” (6mm) front to back

Toe grille is properly attached to

refrigerator

Cabinet is setting solid on all corners

Electrical Power

House power turned on

Refrigerator plugged in

Ice Maker

House water supply connected to

refrigerator

No water leaks present at all connections

- recheck in 24 hours

Ice Maker is turned ON.

Ice & Water Dispenser operates correctly

Front filter must be flush with filter

housing (some models)

Final Checks

Shipping material removed

Fresh Food and Freezer temperatures set

Crisper Humidity controls set

Registration Card sent in

Installation Checkoff List

Prepare The Installation Site

Transport Unpackaged Refrigerator To Site

Location of these materials may vary depending on your model.

CAUTION

Room temperatures below

55°F (13°C) or above 110°F

(43°C) will impair cooling

ability of your refrigerator’s

compressor.

NOTE

These installation instructions are

provided only as a possible customer

option. Electrolux recommends

that you use a service or kitchen

contracting professional to install your

refrigerator.

IMPORTANT

If you are installing your refrigerator without

connecting it to a water supply, make sure the ice

maker’s power switch is turned Off (see the Use &

Care Guide for more details).

WARNING

To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personal injury, do

not connect your refrigerator to an electrical power source until you have

completed Step 3 of these instructions.

Your refrigerator is designed to be part of a built-in

kitchen cabinet system. Be sure to coordinate site

preparation and installation with your kitchen contractor.

Include these minimum guidelines in your site preparation:

• Choose a place near a grounded electrical outlet.

• Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.

• Avoid direct sunlight and close proximity to a range,

dishwasher or other heat source.

• Floor should be level and able to support a fully

loaded refrigerator.

• The refrigerator’s Ice & Water Dispenser requires

water supply access.

• Plan for easy access to counter tops when

removing food.

• For complete access to drawers and freezer

baskets, doors must be able to fully open.

Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and

electrical connections:

Sides & Top: 3/8 inch / Rear: 1 inch

NOTE

Information about cabinetry

construction for Electrolux products

is available for contractors. Call

1-877-435-3287.

By now, you have already removed your refrigerator’s shipping carton.

You may still need to use a hand truck to move it through close spaces or

entrances. If the refrigerator is larger than an entrance, consider two options:

• Remove the entrance door if one exists.

• Remove the refrigerator doors (see how in your

Use & Care Guide).

When using a hand truck:

• Load refrigerator from side of cabinet only.

• Do not run retaining straps over handles.

• Do not over-tighten retaining straps.

• Never use refrigerator handles to move the

refrigerator.

• Remove tape from doors only after unit is in place.

CAUTION

Shifting the refrigerator from

side to side may damage

flooring.

Connect Water Supply

What you will need:

• Access to a cold

water line with

pressure of

30-100 psi.

• Copper tubing

with ¼-inch

(6.4mm) OD. Length for this tubing

is the distance from the rear of the

refrigerator to your 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.

CAUTION

To avoid property damage:
• Use copper tubing for the water supply

line (plastic tubing is more likely to leak).

• Ensure water supply complies with lo-

cal plumbing codes.

NOTE

Electrolux Kit #53039117950, available

from your dealer, provides all materials for

a water supply installation, including 25

feet of copper tubing and full instructions.

CAUTION

• Shifting the refrigerator

from side to side may dam-

age flooring.

• Do not block the toe grille

on the lower front of your

refrigerator. Sufficient air

circulation is essential for

proper operation.

NOTE

• The ice maker’s fill valve may operate noisily if the household water supply is shut off.
• After ensuring no water leaks exist at any connection, be sure to check for leaks

again in 24 hours.

• See your

Use & Care Guide for detailed information about setting up and operating

the Ice & Water Dispensing system.

Place In Permanent Position

If possible, use a hand truck to position the refrigerator

directly in front of its cabinet enclosure.
Be careful not to move the refrigerator beyond its water

supply (copper tubing) connections.
Plug in the power cord, and push the refrigerator straight

back into place.

Level Refrigerator & Adjust Doors (if necessary)

Guidelines for final positioning of your refrigerator:

• All four corners of the cabinet must rest firmly on the

floor.

• The cabinet should be level at the front and rear.

• The sides should tilt ¼-inch (6 mm) from front to back (to

ensure that doors close and seal properly).

• Doors should align with each other and be level.
To level the cabinet using the front rollers:

1 Open both doors and remove the toe grille by gently pulling forward.

(See illustration 1.)

2 Close the doors and use a flat-blade screwdriver or 3/8 inch socket

wrench to raise or lower the front rollers. (See illustration 2.)

3 Ensure both doors are bind-free with their seals touching the cabinet on

all four sides.

To level the doors using the lower hinge:

1 If the refrigerator door is lower than the freezer door, raise the

refrigerator door by turning the adjustment screw clockwise. (See

illustration 3.)

2 If the freezer door is lower than the refrigerator door, raise the freezer

door by turning the adjustment screw clockwise. (See illustration 3.)

3 Ensure door stop flange is touching hinge flange. If not, readjust as

necessary. (See illustration 4.)

4 Replace the toe grille by fitting it into place.

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Electrolux uses packing foam and tape to secure the internal parts of your refrigerator for

shipping. Once the refrigerator is in position, you can remove this material.

Problems? Try These Suggestions

Operation problems are possible if any of the installation tasks are not completed. Here is a list of

things to check for:

• Is the refrigerator’s power cord plugged in?

• Is the refrigerator connected to the household water supply?

• If you had to remove the refrigerator and freezer doors, did you reattach water and power

connectors at the door hinges? (See the Use & Care Guide for detailed instructions on

removing and replacing doors.)

• Is the ice maker power switch turned

On?

Other possibilities to check:

• Is the power to the receptacle turned on?

• Is the water filter above the fresh food compartment fully seated (see Use & Care Guide for details)?
If you still have operation problems after checking these suggestions, please see the “Solutions

To Common Problems” section in your Use & Care Guide.

What’s Next?

Congratulations. You are ready to begin enjoying your new Electrolux refrigerator.

• To become aware of important safety instructions and learn how to operate your refrigerator,

please read the entire Use & Care Guide.

• You may want to start with the “Normal Operating Sights & Sounds” section of the Guide to

learn more about what to expect during typical operation.

• Please register your product. You can register online at www.electroluxusa.com. or you can

simply send in the Registration Card.

And thank you for choosing Electrolux.

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