Use & Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien English / Español / Français Models/Modelos/Modèles: 253.7041*, 7042* Kenmore ® French Door Bottom Freezer Congelador Inferior de Puerta Doble La Porte-fenêtre Congélateur Inférieur * = Color number, número de color, le numéro de couleur P/N A01649901 (1405) Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.kenmore.com www.sears.com Sears Canada Inc. Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3 www.sears.
Record Model/Serial Numbers Important Safety Instructions Please Read and Save these Instructions Safety Precautions Do not attempt to install or operate your unit until you have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a Danger, Warning, or Caution based on the risk type. This Use & Care Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use your unit only as instructed in this Use & Care Guide.
Important Safety Instructions (Continued) • Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read product labels for warnings regarding flammability and other hazards. • Do not operate the unit in the presence of explosive fumes. • Remove and discard any spacers used to secure the shelves during shipping. Small objects are a choke hazard to children. • Remove all staples from the carton.
Important Safety Instructions (Continued) Electrical Information Grounding type wall receptacle • The appliance 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.
Warranty Information Warranty Information KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against defects in material or workmanship when it is installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions. WITH PROOF OF SALE, a defective product will receive free repair or replacement at option of seller.
Master Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore® product 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. The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product.
Features at a Glance *Features may vary according to model Flipper Guide *LED Cluster Light *Incandescent Water Light *LED Cluster Light Filter Air Filter SpillProofTM Shelves SpillProofTM Shelves Flipper Mullion *LED Cluster Light *LED Cluster Light Crisper Drawer Deli Drawer Adjustable Hinges Dairy Compartment Crisper Drawer Door Bin *Ice Maker Freezer Baskets Ice Bin Toe Grille 7
Installation Door Removal/Reversal This Use & Care Guide provides general installation and operating instructions for your model. We recommend using a service or kitchen contracting professional to install your refrigerator. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before starting the refrigerator, follow these important first steps. Tools Necessary: (OR) Location Phillips Head or #2 Square Drive Head • Choose a place that is near a grounded, non-GFCI, electrical outlet.
Installation Door Opening Level Refrigerator & Adjust Doors (if necessary) NOTE Guidelines for final positioning of your refrigerator: • All four corners of the cabinet must rest firmly on the floor. Your refrigerator should be positioned • The sides should tilt ¼ inch (6 mm) from to allow easy access to a counter when front to back (to ensure that doors close removing food. For best use of refrigerator and seal properly).
Installation (Continued) 4. After unit is leveled, lower anti-tip leg until it contacts the floor. 1. Open door to provide access to screw. 2. Loosen screw. 3. Adjust door to desired location. Door Door Rotate Door to Desired Location Raise Anti-tip Leg Adjusting Door Lower 5. Install the toe grille by fitting into place. To adjust the door stop: 4. Rotate door stop until it makes contact with the lower hinge. 5. Retighten screw. 6. Ensure door stops in desired location before resuming normal use.
Installation (Continued) To level the doors using the adjustable lower hinge (select models): 1. Remove all food items from door bins on door being adjusted. 2. Open doors to 90 degrees. To adjust the flipper mullion: 1. Loosen the screw located on the flipper mullion hinge. Flipper Mullion Open Door 90 Degrees Screw Flipper Mullion Hinge Bottom of Door Adjusting Flipper Mullion Screw 2. Adjust flipper mullion height.
Door Removal Instructions Getting Through Narrow Spaces To remove the refrigerator doors: 1. Trace lightly around the door’s top hinges with a pencil. This makes reinstallation easier. If your refrigerator will not fit through an entrance area, you can remove the doors. Check first by measuring the entrance. To prepare for removing the doors: 1. Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet. 2. Open the freezer drawer and remove the toe grille (see “Installation” section). 3.
Door Removal Instructions (Continued) Door 4. Unscrew the three lower hinge screws and hinge if necessary. To reinstall the right door, reverse the above steps. Lower Hinge Removal Cabinet Pin Slot 2. Reinstall screws (two per side), fully finger tighten, and close door. Once both doors are in place, ensure they are aligned with each other and level (Please see the “Installation” section for more details), and replace the top hinge cover.
Installing Door Handles Door Handle Mounting Instructions CAUTION Wear gloves and safety goggles. Use extreme CAUTION when installing these handles. The rounded end of the handles may be sharp. 1. Remove handles from carton and any other protective packaging. 2. Position fresh food handle end over upper and lower pre-installed shoulder bolts (A) that are fastened into the doors ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing towards the opposite door. 3.
Connecting the Water Supply WARNING To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personal injury, disconnect the refrigerator from electrical power before connecting a water supply line to the refrigerator. CAUTION To Avoid Property Damage: • Copper or Stainless Steel braided tubing is recommended for the water supply line. Water supply tubing made of ¼ inch plastic is not recommended to be used.
Connecting the Water Supply 5. With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply line (copper tubing only) to rear panel of refrigerator as shown. 6. Coil excess water supply line (copper tubing only), about 2½ turns, behind refrigerator as shown and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface. 7. Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that leak. 8. Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source.
Controls IQ-TouchTM A red indicator light will be illuminated above most active features. Touch the icon to activate the options below. quick ice Increases the production of ice water filter Press and hold for three seconds to reset after filter change. C/F Touch to toggle display from Fahrenheit to Celsius. default settings Resets all refrigerator settings such as temp, temp display and tones to their factory default settings.
Controls (Continued) Alarms Sabbath Mode Door Ajar If the door has been left open for an extended period of time, an alarm will sound and the door ajar indicator will display on the bottom display of the control panel. The alarm is turned off by closing the door. The mute sounds key will blink to prompt the reset of any active alarms. Press this key to reset any system alarms. High Temp In the event of a high temperature condition, the temperature display will blink and display “HI”.
Automatic Ice Maker - Freezer Operation & Care of the Freezer Ice Maker After the refrigerator is installed properly, the ice maker can produce ice within 24 hours. It can completely fill the ice bin in about three days. When using the ice maker for the first time and in order for the ice maker to work properly, it is necessary to clear air from water filter tubing. Once ice maker begins making ice, allow the bucket to fill completely, then discard the first TWO FULL buckets of ice.
Storage Features CAUTION To avoid personal injury or property damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change. Allow the glass shelves to stabilize to room temperature before cleaning. Do not wash in dishwasher. Half Spill-ProofTM Shelf NOTE Drawers Features may vary according to model. Your refrigerator includes a variety of storage drawers.
Storage Features (continued) Doors Storage Bins humidity control Higher Humidity Lower Humidity Adjusting Crisper Humidity The doors to your fresh food compartment use a system of modular storage bins. All of these bins are removable for easy cleaning. Some of them have fixed positions, while others can be adjusted to your needs. Door bins are ideal for storing jars, bottles, cans, and large drink containers. They also enable quick selection of frequently used items.
Storage Features (Continued) Accessories (varies by model) Dairy Compartment Use the dairy compartment, at the top of the fresh food compartment door, for short-term storage of cheese, spreads, or butter. The dairy compartment is designed to be warmer than the open area and includes a lift-up cover and a dairy divider (select models).
Storage Features (Continued) Dividers Lift up on the front of the divider and pull out. Basket Divider Retainers Stabilizer Bar Basket Divider To reposition the pivoting divider (some models), lift up and slide to desired location. The pivoting divider is not designed to be removed. Lower Basket Divider Lower Basket Pivoting Divider (some models) NOTE Spill Guard Tray should be hand washed in warm water.
Storing Food and Saving Energy Ideas for Storing Foods food designated for the freezer will be preserved as quickly as possible. Fresh Food Storage • Activating “quick freeze” also will help • Keep the fresh food compartment your freezer more efficiently maintain the between 34°F and 40°F with an optimum selected temperature after placing new temperature of 37°F. purchases with pre-existing frozen foods.
Normal Operating Sounds and Sights Understanding the Sounds You May Hear J Condenser May create minimal sounds from forced air. M Motorized damper May produce a light humming during operation. Your new, high-efficiency refrigerator may introduce unfamiliar sounds. These sounds normally indicate your refrigerator is operating correctly. Some surfaces on floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make these sounds more noticeable.
Changing the Filter Locating the Filters More about your Advanced Water Filter Your refrigerator is equipped with water filtering system. The water filter system filters all dispensed drinking water, as well as the water used to produce ice. The Kenmorepure!TM ice and water filter system is tested and certified to NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for the reduction of claims specified on the performance data sheet.
Care & Cleaning Protecting Your Investment Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains its appearance and prevents odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartments at least twice a year. NOTE Do not use abrasive cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior doors, gaskets, or cabinet liners.
Care & Cleaning (continued) Care and Cleaning Tips Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions Interior & Door Liners • Soap and water • Baking soda and water Door Gaskets • Soap and water Drawers • Soap and water & Bins Glass Shelves • • • Toe Grille • • • Exterior & • Handles • Exterior & Handles (Stainless Steel Models Only) • Use two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart of warm water.
Care & Cleaning (continued) Vacation and Moving Tips Occasion Tips Short Vacations Long Vacations Moving • Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of three weeks or less. • Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment. • Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket, even if you will only be gone a few days. • Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more. • Turn the cooling system off (see “Controls” section for location of On/ Off button) and disconnect power cord.
Care & Cleaning (continued) Replacing LED Lights (select NOTE models) LED lights are in series so if one is bad or unplugged, several lights may not light up. The fresh food compartments of your refrigerator may have LED lights. Always use Frigidaire parts for replacement. To Replace LED Lights: 1. Unplug your refrigerator’s power cord. 2. Remove light cover by pushing up and out. 3. Hold the LED cover with one hand and pull the connector with the other hand while pressing the connector latch. 4.
Care & Cleaning (continued) Replacing Light Bulbs (select models) Both the freezer and fresh food compartments of your refrigerator include incandescent light bulbs that will need replacing from time-to-time. Some lights have covers that need to be removed before replacing the bulbs. Always use bulbs that are designed for appliance lighting.
Before You Call CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER Ice maker is not making any ice. Ice maker is not making enough ice. COMMON SOLUTION • Ice maker is turned off. • Turn on ice maker. For the fresh food ice maker, press and hold the “Ice Off” button for three seconds until the indicator light is off. For the freezer ice maker, lower the wire signal arm.
Before You Call (continued) CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER (continued) Freezer ice maker will not stop making ice (select models). Ice cubes are freezing together. • Ice maker wire • Move any item or frozen ice cubes signal arm is being that may block the signal arm from held down by some being in the off or upward position. package in the freezer See Automatic Ice Maker-Freezer that has fallen against section in manual. the ice maker.
Before You Call (continued) CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR COMMON SOLUTION Compressor does not run. • Freezer control is set to • Set freezer control. “OF” or “0”. • Refrigerator is in • This is normal for a fully automatic defrost defrost cycle. refrigerator. The defrost cycle occurs periodically, lasting about 30 minutes. • Plug at electrical outlet • Ensure plug is tightly pushed into is disconnected. outlet.
Before You Call (continued) CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION WATER/MOISTURE/FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR Moisture • Weather is hot and collects on humid. inside of • Door is slightly open. refrigerator walls. Water collects • Vegetables contain on bottom and give off moisture. side of drawer cover. • The rate of frost buildup and internal sweating increases. • See CONCERN column OPENING/ CLOSING OF DOORS/DRAWERS. Water collects • Washed vegetables in bottom of and fruit drain while in drawer.
