Brand: FRIGIDAIRE
Category: Freezer
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for A01060901
Uploaded: Sept. 12, 2025, 4:15 a.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2014-08-01
Warranty Information
This appliance comes with a one-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship.
The Frigidaire Use & Care manual provides comprehensive instructions for operating and maintaining your appliance. Key features include an electronic control panel for temperature adjustments and system monitoring, an air filter for odor control, and Sabbath mode for religious observances. It details how to set temperatures, manage features like the ice maker, and understand alerts such as high temperature or door ajar warnings. The manual also covers installation steps, door removal, and basic troubleshooting for common issues. Regular cleaning and energy-saving tips are also provided to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| PROBLEM | CAUSE | CORRECTION |
|---|---|---|
| Appliance does not run. | Appliance is plugged into a circuit that has a ground fault interrupt. | Use another circuit. If you are unsure about the outlet, have it checked by a certified technician. |
| Temperature Control is in the OFF position. | See ELECTRONIC CONTROL section. | |
| Appliance may not be plugged in or plug is loose. | Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet. | |
| House fuse blown or tripped circuit breaker. | Check/replace fuse with a 15-amp time-delay fuse. Reset circuit breaker. | |
| Power outage. | Check house lights. Call local electric company. | |
| Appliance runs too much or too long. | Room or outside weather is hot. | It's normal for the appliance to work longer under these conditions. |
| Appliance has recently been disconnected for a period of time. | It takes 24 hours for the appliance to cool down completely. | |
| Large amounts of warm or hot food have been stored recently. | Warm food will cause appliance to run more until the desired temperature is reached. | |
| Door is opened too frequently or too long. | Warm air entering the appliance causes it to run more. Open door less often. | |
| Door may be slightly open. | See "DOOR PROBLEMS". | |
| Temperature control is set too low. | Turn control knob to a warmer setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize. | |
| Gaskets are dirty, worn, cracked, or poorly fitted. | Clean or change gasket. (See Care and Cleaning Chart). Worn, cracked or poorly fitting gaskets should be replaced. | |
| Interior appliance temperature is too cold. | Temperature control is set too low. | Set control to a warmer setting. Allow several hours for temperature to stabilize. |
| Temperature inside appliance is too warm. | Temperature control is set too warm. | Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several hours for temperature to stabilize. |
| Door is opened too frequently or too long. | Warm air enters the appliance every time the door is opened. Open door less often. | |
| Door may not be seating properly. | See "DOOR PROBLEMS". | |
| Large amount of warm or hot food has been stored recently. | Wait until the appliance has had a chance to reach its selected temperature. | |
| Unit has recently been disconnected for a period of time. | Appliance requires 24 hours to cool down completely. | |
| "LO" is displayed on control. | Control has been locked. | Press the CONTROL LOCK key for three seconds to unlock. |
| "E7", "E8", "E9" is displayed on control. | The control has registered an error code. | For toll-free telephone support in the U.S. and Canada: 1-800-374-4432 |
| "Sb" is displayed on control. | The control is in Sabbath Mode. | Pressing the CONTROL LOCK and TEMP MODE keys to exit Sabbath Mode. |
| Louder sound levels whenever appliance is on. | Modern freezers have increased storage capacity and more stable temperatures. They require heavy-duty compressors. | This is normal. When the surrounding noise level is low, you might hear the compressor running while it cools the interior. |
| Popping or cracking sound when compressor comes on. | Metal parts undergo expansion and contraction, as in hot water pipes. | This is normal. Sound will level off or disappear as appliance continues to run. |
| Bubbling or gurgling sound. | Refrigerant (used to cool refrigerator) is circulating throughout the system. | This is normal. |
| Vibrating or rattling noise. | Appliance is not level. It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly. | Level the appliance. Refer to "Leveling" in the INSTALLATION section. |
| Floor is uneven or weak. | Ensure floor can adequately support the appliance. Level the appliance by putting wood or metal shims under part of the appliance. | |
| Appliance is touching the wall. | Re-level appliance or move appliance slightly. Refer to "Leveling" in the INSTALLATION section. | |
| Moisture forms on inside appliance walls. | Weather is hot and humid, which increases internal rate of frost buildup. | This is normal. |
| Door is slightly open. | See DOOR PROBLEMS. | |
| Door is kept open too long. | Open the door less often. | |
| Odors in appliance. | Interior needs to be cleaned. | Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and baking soda. Replace air filter. |
| Foods with strong odors are in the appliance. | Cover the food tightly. | |
| Door will not close. | Appliance is not level. It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly. | This condition can force the cabinet out of square and misalign the door. Refer to "Leveling" in the INSTALLATION section. |
| Floor is uneven or weak. | Ensure floor can adequately support appliance. Level the appliance by putting wood or metal shims under part of the appliance. | |
| Light bulb is not on. | The light bulb is burned out. | Follow directions under INTERIOR LIGHTING section. |
| No electric current is reaching the appliance. | See "APPLIANCE DOES NOT RUN". | |
| Control is in Sabbath mode (Sb is displayed on control). | Depress TEMP MODE key and CONTROL LOCK key for 3 seconds. |