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Welcome & Congratulations Important Safety Instructions 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, Please Read AJJInstructions UsingThis Refrigerator.
KENMORE These Guidelines Safety Mechanisms Properly. ELECTRICAL * * Must Be FoHowedTo EnsureThat InThis Refr!gerat0rW!lJ Operate iNFORMATiON The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated ! 15 VoJt, 60 Hz., AC only etectric outlet.
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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, foltow 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.
i sta/latiofl ° connecting @e Maker To Water Supply To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personal injury, disconnect the refrigerator from electricaJ power before connecting a water supply line to the refrigerator. To Avoid Property Damage: o Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply line.Water supply tubing made of 1A"pJaetic is not recommended since it greatly increases the potential for water bake.
Deer Removal Instructions ToolsNecessar, Phi liras DOOR nec__: REMOVAL mNSTRUCTIONS: If it is necessary to move the refrigerator follow these steps to remove the doors. through narrow doorways, IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn Freezerand Fresh Foodcontrob to 0 and remove ebctrbaI power cord from wall outbt. Remove any food from door shelves. 1. 2. 3. TO DiSCON_,ECT 1.
Freezer and Refrigerator Controls Uce Cream SpiHProof TM g Shelf Dairy Door Door Bin ice Wine Rack Door Bin Meat Keeper and Cover Smalm items iiii iiii SpiHProof TM Fixed Shemf Door Bin TimtOut Egg Tray Small Speciam totem Rack Large Tall 8ottme Retainer Snugger Large Crisper Pan and Cover Toe GriHe 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 bast 8 to 12 hours before loading it with food, REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER CONTROLS NOTE: When changing centron settings, wait 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize before making additional changes, TEMPERATURE * ADJUSTMENT * After 24 hours, adjust the controUs as needed, Adjust temperatures gradually; move the knob in smatl increments, allowing the temperature to stabilize.
Looking TIP-UP SHELF inside (SOME MODELS) A Tip-Up sheff in the freezer section allows tall items to be easily stored. Toavoid persO!nj,,ry au orproperty damagel handJe tempered glass she!ves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change.
ADJUSTABLEDOORBINS DOOR STORAGE Doorbinsandshelvesareprovided forconvenient storage Somemodebhaveadjustabbdoorbinsthatcanbe movedtosuitindividual needs, ofjars,bottles,andcans,Frequently useditemscanbe quicklyselected, To move door bins Somemodelshavedoorbinsthatcanaccommodate 1, Lift bin straight up, 2, Remove bin, gallonosized plasticdrinkcontainers andeconomy-sized jarsandcontainers, Somebinsareadjustable for 3, Place bin in desired position, maximum storagecapacity, 4, Lower bin onto supports until lock
CRISPERS (SOME MODELS) MEAT KEEPER The crispers, Uocatedunder the bottom refrigerator sheUf, are designed for storing fruits, vegetaNes, and other fresh produce, Wash items in dear water and remove excess water before pUacing them in the crispers, Utems with strong odors or high moisture content shouUd be wrapped before storing.
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iCE AND WATER DISPENSER FEATURES The ice and water dispenser convenbntUy dispenses chHbd water, and ice cubes or crushed ice, depending on the model To operate the ice dispenser, sebct the ice option desired using the touchpad. Press a gUassagainst the dispensing paddb as far up as possibb to catch aH ice. To stop dispensing ice, pull gUassaway from dispensing paddb. Do not remove the gUassuntil the ice has compbteUy dispensed.
if a iargequantityoficeisneededatonetime,it is bestto removecubesdirectiyfromtheicecontainer.
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.
FOOD STORAGE iDEAS Fresh Food Storage The fresh food compartment shouUd be kept between 34 ° F and 40 ° F with an optimum temperature of 37 ° R Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator sheUves,This reduces the circuUation of air around the food and resuUtsin uneven cooling, Fruits and Vegetables o Storage in the crisper drawers traps moisture to heUppreserve the fruit and vegetaMe quality for Uongertime periods, Meat • Raw meat and pouUtryshouUd be wrapped secureUy so Ueakage and contamination of other foods
Normal UNDERSTANDING HEAR THE SOUNDS YOU Operating MAY Sounds&Sights A. Evaporator The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound, Your new high-efficiency refrigerator may make unfamiliar sounds. These are aii normal sounds and soon wiii B. Evaporator Fan You may hear air being forced through the refrigerator by the evaporator fan. Also, you wiii feel warm air being pushed out the front of the refrigerator from under theToe Grille. become familiar to you.
Always unplug the e/ectrica/ power cord from the wall oudet before cleaning. 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 any type of scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners or strong aUkaHnesoUutions on any surface. Do not wash any removabUeparts in a dishwasher. , • When mov!ng the refrigerator, pull stra!ght out, Do not shift the refrigerator from side to side as th!s may damage the floor.
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Ca// P.OB'EM[ RUNNING C.OSE 1 CO..EOT.O. OF REFRIGERATOR Compressor does not run. • • Refrigerator runs too much or too long. Compressor goes off and on frequently, TEMPERATURES ARE • 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. • Room or outside weather is hot. Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time. Automatic ice maker is operating.
P.OB'EM 1 TEMPERA TURES ARE CAUSE [ CO..EC .O. TOO WARM Freezer/Refrigerator temperature is too warm. Doors are opened too frequently or too long. Door is slightly open. • Condenser is dirty. • • Warm air enters the refrigerator whenever the door is opened. Open the door less often. See PROBLEM section OPENING/CLOSING OF DOORS/DRAWERS. Clean condenser. See Care & Cleaning Chart in Care and Cleaning section. Freezer temperature is too warm. Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory.
PROBLEM A U TOMA TIC ICE MAKER Ice maker is not making enough ice. 1 CAUSE J 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. Rapid Ice should produce up to 6 pounds of ice every 24 hours. See PROBLEM section TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM.
P.OBLEM l 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. Cut-off and cut-on pressures are too low (well systems only).