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TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty ..................................................................3 Freezer Section Product Record....................................................... 4 Important Safety Instructions ........................ 5-7 Extra Ice Bin ....................................................28 Durabase ........................................................29 Electrical & Grounding Requirements ............ 7 Durabase Divider.............................................
WARRANTY REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY KENMORE ELITE LIMITED WARRANTY WITH PROOF OF SALE, the following warranty coverage applies when this appliance is correctly installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions. FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against defects in material or workmanship. A defective appliance will receive free repair or replacement at option of seller.
PRODUCT RECORD In the space below, record the date of purchase, model and serial number of your product. You will find the model and serial number printed on an identification label located on the interior liner of the refrigerator compartment. Have these items of information available whenever you contact Sears concerning your product. Model No.___________________ Date of Purchase ___________________ Serial No.
WARNING • Before replacing a burned-out or broken light bulb, unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced exposing the wire filament.) • DO NOT touch the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in. • DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely. The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No.
CFC/HCFC DISPOSAL Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFCs or HCFCs (chlorofluorocarbons or hydrochlorofluorocarbons). CFCs and HCFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone if released to the atmosphere. Other refrigerants may also cause harm to the environment if released to the atmosphere. If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified technician.
PARTS AND FEATURES K A M B P O L D F G H C C D I N E J Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator. NOTE: This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION WARNING WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard: Excessive Weight Hazard: Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur. Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION INSTALLATION The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 115 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, and fused at 15 or 20 amperes. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION NOTE: Removing the doors is always recommended when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below. REMOVING AND REPLACING HANDLES NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from the illustrations on this page. Mounting Fasteners Set Screw Removing Refrigerator Handle Loosen the set screws with a / in. Allen wrench and remove the handle.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION NOTE: Removing the doors is always recommended when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below. REMOVING AND REPLACING HANDLES (CONTINUED) NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from the illustrations on this page. Removing Freezer Drawer Handle Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the handle with a in. Allen wrench and remove the handle.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS 3 Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise (1). Lift the top hinge (2) free of the hinge lever latch. WARNING Hinge Lever Latch Excessive Weight Hazard: Use two or more people to remove and install the refrigerator doors. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. (1) (2) WARNING CAUTION Electrical Shock Hazard • Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator before installing.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION Removing the Right Door 1 Remove the top hinge cover screw (1). Lift the hook (not visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the cover (2), with a flat-head screwdriver. Replacing the Right Door Install the right-side door first. 1 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin as shown in the figure. 2 Detach the wire harness (1). 2 Fit the hinge (1) over the hinge lever latch and slot it into place.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION Replacing the Left Door NOTE Disassembling/Assembling the Water Lines Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed. Collet 1 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. Install the refrigerator door onto the middle hinge. Tube Insert line Clip (Correct) Gently press the collet and insert the tube until only one line shows on the tube. 2 Rotate the hinge lever clockwise. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge lever latch.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REMOVING FREEZER DRAWERS WARNING: Use two or more people to remove and install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. NOTE: In the following figues, the Pullout Drawer located above the freezer drawer is not shown for clarity. Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to remove it from the rails. Removing The Freezer Drawer Pull the drawer open to full extension. Gently lift and pull out the ice bin.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REPLACING FREEZER DRAWERS WARNING: Use two or more people to remove and install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. NOTE: In the following figues, the Pullout Drawer located above the freezer drawer is not shown for clarity. Push the drawer back until it clicks into place. Replacing The Freezer Drawer Pull out both rails simultaneously, until they are fully extended. Replace the ice bin in the drawer.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION Door Alignment LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT The left refrigerator door has an adjustable nut, located on the bottom hinge, to raise and lower the door for After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power cord into a proper alignment. 3-prong grounded outlet and push the refrigerator into the If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the final position. instructions below to align the doors. Your refrigerator has two front leveling legs—one on the right and one on the left.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Air Filter The Air Filter helps remove odors from the refrigerator. The Air Filter has two settings, Auto and MAX. In Auto mode, the Air Filter will cycle on and off in increments of ten minutes on and 60 minutes off. If set to the M AX mode, the Air Filter will stay on continuously for four hours, cycling on and off in increments of ten minutes on and five minutes off. After four hours, the Air Filter will switch to Auto mode. • Auto mode is the default mode.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR SMART FEATURES DEFINTIONS OVERVIEW Kenmore Smart connectivity transforms your relationship with your home. You can personalize the way Kenmore Smart products operate based on your schedule and daily routines, making life easier and providing greater peace of mind. SMART L ED (green): Notifies the user that the appliance is connected to the internet.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR INSTRUCTIONS FOR SMART GRID IMPORTANT: You must connect your Kenmore Smart appliance to the internet and then register the appliance to your account in order to use the Smart Grid function. Consult the Quick Start Guide supplied with the appliance for instructions on how to register your appliance using the Kenmore Smart™ application (app).
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FCC Notice (For transmitter module contained in this product) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR When you should set the icemaker power switch to off (O) Personal Injury Hazard DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automaticice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in. Operation Instructions A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FOOD STORAGE GUIDE Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator. For dated products, check date code to ensure freshness. Items STORING FROZEN FOOD NOTE: Check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook for further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times. Freezing Your freezer will not quick-freeze a large quantity of food.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR SHELVES Assembling the Shelf (Half Shelf Type) The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. Your model may have glass or wire shelves. Adjusting the shelves to fit items of different heights will make finding the exact item you want easier. Doing so will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open which will save energy. IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm water while they are cold.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED PANTRY DRAWER The crispers provide fresher tasting fruit and vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the drawer. The Temperature Controlled Pantry Drawer provides storage space with a variable temperature control that can keep the compartment at a slightly different temperature than the refrigerator section. This drawer can be used for large party trays, deli items and beverages.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Replacing the Air Filter It is recommended that you replace the air filter: Approximately every six months. When the CHANGE light turns on. FREEZER SECTION EXTRA ICE BIN 1. Pull the Freezer Drawer and the top Pullout Drawer out as far as possible to remove the Extra Ice Bin. 2. Gently lift and pull out the ice bin. 3. To replace, pull both drawers out as far as possible, and set the bin in its correct position in the Pullout Drawer.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR DURABASE PULLOUT DRAWERS 1. To remove the Durabase, push it to the back as much as possible. Tilt up the front of the Durabase and pull straight out. 2. To replace, insert the Durabase in the rail assembly. 1. To remove, pull the drawer out to full extension. Lift the front of the drawer up, then pull it straight out. Durabase 2. To install, slightly tilt up the front and insert the drawer into the frame and push it back into place.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Replacing the Air Filter It is recommended that you replace the air filter: Approximately every six months. When the CHANGE light turns on. FREEZER SECTION EXTRA ICE BIN 1. Pull the Freezer Drawer and the top Pullout Drawer out as far as possible to remove the Extra Ice Bin. 2. Gently lift and pull out the ice bin. 3. To replace, pull both drawers out as far as possible, and set the bin in its correct position in the Pullout Drawer.
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WATER FILTER WARNING Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters Service Flow 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) Water Supply Potable Water Water Pressure 20-120 psi (138 - 827 kPa) Water Temperature 33°F - 100°F (0.6°C - 38°C) To reduce the risk associated with ingestion of contaminants: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before and after the system.
CARE AND CLEANING INSIDE WALLS (allow freezer to warm up so the cloth will not stick) To help remove odors, you can wash the inside of the refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and warm water. Mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda to 1 quart of water (26 g soda to 1 liter water.) Be sure the baking soda is completely dissolved so it does not scratch the surfaces of the refrigerator. WARNING Explosion Hazard CAUTION: While cleaning the inside, do not spray water. Use non-flammable cleaner.
CARE AND CLEANING LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT WHEN YOU MOVE When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move. WARNING 1. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice. 2. Unplug the refrigerator. 3. Clean, wipe and dry thoroughly. 4. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well and tape them together so they do not shift and rattle during the move. Refer to the Using your Refrigerator section for removable instructions. 5.
CONNECTING THE WATER LINE BEFORE YOU BEGIN WHAT YOU WILL NEED • Copper Tubing, ¼ in. outer diameter, to connect the refrigerator to the water supply. Be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square. • To determine how much tubing you need: measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then, add 8 feet (2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10 in.
CONNECTING THE WATER LINE 5. TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell. NOTE: Do not overtighten clamp or you may crush the 1. SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY tubing. Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the Washer line. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line. Pipe Clamp 2. CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION Choose a location for the valve that is easily accessible.
8. FLUSH OUT THE TUBING Turn the main water supply on and flush out the tubing until the water is clear. Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart of water has been flushed through the tubing. 10. TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE Tighten any connections that leak. 9. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR WARNING CAUTION: Check to see if leaks occur at the water line connections.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Before conducting troubleshooting, make sure that the following basic requirements are met: Service Flow Water Supply Water Pressure Operating Ambient Temperature Limits 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) Potable Water 20-120 psi (138 - 827 kPa) Electrical Ratings 115 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, and fused at 15 or 20 amperes. 55°F - 110°F COOLING Problem Refrigerator and Freezer section are not cooling. Cooling system runs too much.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE COOLING Problem Possible Causes Refrigerator or Refrigerator was recently installed. Freezer section is too warm. Air vents are blocked. Doors are opened often or for long periods of time. Unit is installed in a hot location. A large amount of food or hot food was added to either compartment. Interior moisture buildup. Solutions It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to reach the desired temperature. Rearrange items to allow air to flow throughout the compartment.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE COOLING/ICE & WATER Problem Food is freezing in the refrigerator compartment. Possible Causes Food with high water content was placed near an air vent. Refrigerator temperature control is set incorrectly. Refrigerator is installed in a cold location. Frost or ice crystals Door is opened frequently or for long form on frozen food periods of time. (outside of package). Door is not closing properly. Refrigerator or Incorrect temperature control settings. Freezer section is too cold.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ICE & WATER Problem Icemaker is not making enough ice (continued). Icemaker is not making ice. Ice has bad taste or odor. Possible Causes Doors are opened often or for long periods of time. Solutions If the doors of the unit are opened often, ambient air will warm the refrigerator which will prevent the unit from maintaining the set temperature. Lowering the refrigerator temperature can help, as well as not opening the doors as frequently. Doors are not closed completely.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE NOISE Problem Clicking Rattling Whooshing Gurgling Popping Sizzling Vibrating Dripping Pulsating or HighPitched Sound Possible Causes The defrost control will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends. The thermostat control (or refrigerator control on some models) will also click when cycling on and off. Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the water line on the back of the unit, or items stored on top of or around the refrigerator.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PARTS & FEATURES Problem Doors will not close correctly or pop open. Possible Causes Food packages are blocking the door open. Ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door bins, or baskets are out of position. The doors were removed during product installation and not properly replaced. Refrigerator is not leveled properly. Solutions Rearrange food containers to clear the door and door shelves.
DIAGNOSTICS Diagnostics Should you experience any problems with your refrigerator, it has the capability of transmitting data via your telephone to the Diagnostics Team. This gives you the capability of speaking directly to our trained specialists. The specialist records the data transmitted from your machine and uses it to analyze the issue, providing a fast, effective diagnosis. 3.
