® Side by Side Refrigerator Use & Care Guide Lado a Lado Refrigerador Gufa para su uso y cuidado Compartiments C6te d C6te Rdfrigdrateur Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 www.sears.
Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We here at Sears are very proud of our product and we are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. FOR YOUR SAFETY We know you'll enjoy your new refrigerator and Thank You for choosing our product. We hope you consider us for future purchases. PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model.
FULL ONE-YEAR REFRIGERATOR ELECTRICAL • • • • • • • INFORMATION The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only electric outlet. The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. The receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician.
CANADA m LIMITED WARRANTY Refrigerato Sears Canada Inc., warrants every new Kenmore refrigerator What Sears will do, free of charge, in case of defect: to be free from defects in material or workmanship.
In the U.S.A. In Canada Master Protection Agreements Maintenance Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore ®appliance is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time. That's when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation. Your purchase has added value because you can depend on Sears HomeCentral ®for service.
This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Manual. Before starting the refrigerator, follow these important first steps. LOCATION • Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug. • If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat sources.
Before Installing The Water Supply Line, You Will Need • • Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, flat-blade screwdriver, and Phillips TM screwdriver Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 10O psi. • A water supply line made of 1Ainch (6.4 mm) OD, copper tubing. To determine the length of copper tubing needed, you will need to measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water pipe. Then add approximately 7 feet (2.
DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS: If it is necessary to move the refrigerator through narrow doorways, follow these steps to remove the doors. iiill 1. Disconnect electrical supply. 2. Open both doors, then remove toe grille. 3. Close doors. To Remove Refrigerator Ooor: 1. Remove top hinge cover screw on refrigerator door and remove cover. 2. Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil. This will make it easier to realign ...... doors when they are replaced. 3.
Freezer and Refrigerator SpilIProof'" g Sheif Controls Filter t ®;® , Door r Bin Meat Keeper and Cover Smell items )lllProof'" Fixed Shelf Special item Largq Bottle Retainer Largq and Cover Door Bin Toe Grille Features may vary according to model
COOL DOWN PERIOD To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading it with food. REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT CONTROLS • After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed. Adjust temperatures gradually; move the knob in small increments, allowing the temperature to stabilize. • • For colder temperatures, turn the knob towards Colder. For warmer temperatures, turn the knob towards Cold.
TIP-UP SHELF (SOME MODELS) ATip-Up shelf in the freezer section allows tall items to be easily stored. CANTILEVER SHELF ADJUSTMENT Cantilever Glass Shelf Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs. Before adjusting the shelves, remove all food. Cantilever shelves are supported at the back of the refrigerator. TO adjust O cantilever shelves: Lift front edge up. Pull shelf out. Replace the shelf by inserting the hooks at rear of the shelf into the wall bracket.
DOOR STORAGE TALL BOTTLE Door bins and shelves are provided for convenient storage of jars, bottles, and cans. Frequently used items can be quickly selected. Some models have door bins that can accommodate gallon-sized plastic drink containers and economy-sized jars and containers. Some bins are adjustable for maximum storage capacity. RETAINER (SOME MODELS) The Tall Bottle Retainer keeps tall containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door.
CRISPERS (SOME MODELS) MEAT KEEPER The crispers, located under the bottom refrigerator shelf, are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. Wash items in clear water and remove excess water before placing them in the crispers. Items with strong odors or high moisture content should be wrapped before storing. Crisper HUMIDITY CONTROL (SOME MODELS) Some models are equipped with a Meat Keeper.
.eemm Rimred Ice and Wafer CUBE @ _KH _ _ OOOO I ! Ice and Water Dispenser Panel (features may vary according to model) CUBE Press the CUBE Touch PadOto get cubed ice. A green light will appear above the Touch Pad. Press glass against ICE dispensing paddleOas CRUSH Press the CRUSH Touch PadQ against ICE dispensing paddle O far up as possible to catch all ice. to get crushed ice. A green light will appear above the Touch Pad. Press glass as far up as possible to catch all ice.
ICE AND WATER DISPENSER FEATURES The ice and water dispenser conveniently dispenses chilled water, and ice cubes or crushed ice, depending on the model. To operate the ice dispenser, select the ice option desired using the touchpad. Press a glass against the dispensing paddle as far up as possible to catch all ice. To stop dispensing ice, pull glass away from dispensing paddle. Do not remove the glass until the ice has completely dispensed.
CLEANING THE ICE DISPENSER Do not use the Clean the dispenser and ice container at regular intervals, particularly before you take a vacation or move, or if the ice dispenser sticks. 1. Stop ice production by lifting the wire signal arm to the "up" or OFF position. 2. Remove ice container by lifting up and out. Empty and carefully clean the container with mild detergent. Rinse with clear water. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners. Allow ice 3. 4.
Kenmore Ice and Water Front Filter (some models) NOTE: If you purchased a refrigerator with a Kenmore Ice and Water front filter, please read the following use and care information. This ice and water filter system filters water to your ice maker and water dispenser. It is located in the upper right front corner of the fresh food compartment. System Startup: Water supply does not need to be turned off, however, do not use ice and water dispenser while installing filter.
FOOD STORAGEIDEAS Fresh Food Storage • The fresh food compartment should be kept between 34 ° F and 40 ° F with an optimum temperature of 37 ° F. • Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves. This reduces the circulation of air around the food and results in uneven cooling. Fruits and Vegetables • Storage in the crisper drawers traps moisture to help preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods.
UNDERSTANDING HEAR THE SOUNDS YOU MAY A. Your new high-efficiency refrigerator may make unfamiliar sounds. These are all normal sounds and soon will Evaporator The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound. B. Evaporator Fan You may hear air being forced through the refrigerator by the evaporator fan. Also, you will feel warm air being pushed out the front of the refrigerator from under the Toe Grille. become familiar to you.
Keep your refrigerator and freezer clean to prevent odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean both sections at least twice a year. Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners or strong alkaline solutions on any surface. De net wash any removable parts in a dishwasher. Always unplug the electricalpower cord from the wall outlet before cleaning.
REPLACING 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. LIGHT BULBS Unplug refrigerator. Wear gloves as protection against possible broken glass. Remove light cover, if necessary. Unscrew and replace old bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage. Replace light cover, if necessary. Remember to plug the refrigerator back in.
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR Compressor does not run. • Freezer control is set to "O". • Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. • Plug at wall outlet is disconnected. House fuse blown or tripped circuit breaker. Power outage. • • • • Refrigerator runs too much or too long. • • • • • • • Compressor goes off and on frequently, TEMPERATURES ARE • • • Set freezer control See Temperature Controls section. This is normal for a fully automatic defrost refrigerator.
PROBLEM TEMPERATURES CAUSE ARE CORRECTION TOO WARM Freezer/Refrigerator temperature Is too warm. • • • Doors are opened too frequently or too long. Doer is slightly open. • Condenser is dirty. • Freezer temperature is too warm. Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. = Freezer control is set too warm. = Set freezer control to a colder setting. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize. Refrigerator temperature is too warm. Freezer temperature is satisfactory.
PROBLEM AUTOMA TIC ICE MAKER Ice maker is not making enough ice. CAUSE CORRECTION (CONTINUED) • Ice maker is producing less ice than you expect. • • Freezer is not cold enough. • • Household water line valve is not completely open. Check to see if water dispenser is dispensing slower than normal. • • ice maker should produce approximately 4 - 5 pounds of ice every 24 hours. Extra Iceshould produce up to 8 pounds of ice every 24 hours. See PROBLEM section TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM.
PROBLEM WATER CAUSE DISPENSER Dispenser will not dispense water, • Household water line valve is not open. Freezer door is not closed. Ice & water filter cartridge is clogged. • Water has been in the tank for a period of time. Unit not properly connected to cold water line. Tubing used in the household water supply and installation may affect water taste and odor. Water has a high mineral content. • • Contact water treatment plant for help.
