Use & Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado Guide d'Utilisation etd'Entretien English / Espa_ol / Fran_:ais Models/Modelos/Mod_les: 795.7160* I
English Version Spanish 2 Version French Version Grounding Modular 23 Parts And Features Unpacking Leveling Dairy Bin 4 D,-Freezer 8 Durabase And Door Alignment Base Cover 17 17 Using Your Refrigerator 18-24 Setting The Controls 18 Adjusting 19 Control Settings Food Storage Guide Storing Frozen Food D,-Refrigerator Refrigerator Humidity 20 20-21 Section Shelves Controlled 21 Crisper 22 Door Basket PullOut 24 24 Durabase Divider 24 Drawer 24 Care And Cleaning General
BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY TM f Kenmore Appliance Warranty One Year Limited Warranty When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, this appliance fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®to arrange for free repair. If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes, from the date of purchase.
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BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Thisguidecontainsmanyimportantsafetymessages.Alwaysread and obey all safetymessages. This is the safetyalert symbol.It alertsyou to safetymessagesthat informyou of hazardsthatcan kill or hurtyou or others,or causedamageto the product. All safetymessageswill be precededby the safetyalert symbolandthe hazard signalword DANGER,WARNING,or CAUTION.Thesewordsmean: Youwill be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
• Before replacing a burned-out 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.) NOTE: should be performed (Thermostat, Refrigerator depending Control, to completely. Agriculture The United States Department of in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says: and or Freezer ...
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone. IMPORTANT: that If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant, you can be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation.
0 Use this page to become convenience. more familiar NOTE: This guide covers several different of the items listed below. The locations Q Refrigerator _) Modular (_ Fixed door bins _) Refrigerator Humidity (_ _) models. The refrigerator of the features Light (p. 25) Shelves Controlled (p. 22) Icemaker Ice Bin (p. 23) door bins) (p. 23) (p. 27) (p. 22) are included you have purchased Durabase (p. 24) (p. 24) Divider (p. 24) Tilt-Out Door Basket (p. 24) _) Dairy Bin (p.
Excessive Weight Hazard When Use two or more people to move and install Your Refrigerator: 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 refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. UNPACKING Moving floor damage YOUR REFRIGERATOR could occur.
INSTALLATION PRIOR TO USE • To minimize noise and vibration, the refrigerator MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor. 1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust accumulated during shipping. • Carpeting and soft tile surfaces recommended. 2. Install accessories • Never install the refrigerator weakly supported structure. 1. To avoid vibration, are not on a platform shelves, etc., in their proper places. They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipment.
NOTE:Removingthe doorsis alwaysrecommendedwhen it is necessaryto movethe refrigeratorthrougha narrowopening.If it is necessaryto removethe handles,follow the directionsbelow. HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page. 1. Removing Refrigerator • Loosen the set screws (2.5mm) handle. NOTE: Allen wrench Mounting Fasteners Handle with a 3/32" and remove the If the handle mounting Set Screw fasteners need to be tightened or removed, 1/4" (6.
HOW NOTE: TO REPLACE DOOR HANDLES Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page. 1. Replacing Refrigerator Door Handle • Place the handle on the door, fitting it over the mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws with a 3/32" (2.5mm) Allen wrench. NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed use a 1/4" (6.4mm) Allen wrench. Mounting Fasteners 2.
HOW TO REMOVE 1. Removing NOTE: Refrigerator Handle IMPORTANT: REFRIGERATOR appearance DOOR Door may vary. Unplug the refrigerator. Remove food and any bins from doors. I_ Left Door I_ Right Door • Loosen • To remove the right door, follow the same directions described for removing the left door, except rotate the lever hinge (4) clockwise to remove the top hinge (5). the cover screw (1). • Disconnect • Remove wire harness (2). the ground screw (3).
2. Replacing Refrigerator Door I_ Right Door • Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin (6). • Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet. Jl • Replace the top hinge (5) by rotating the lever hinge (4) counter clockwise to secure it. • Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against the cabinet and is not folded. • Support the door on the handle side while securing. Make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even across the front.
HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL FREEZER DRAWER THE • With both hands, grasps the sides of the door and pull it up to separate it from the rails. IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury or product property damage, you will need two people to perform the following instructions. 1. Removing Freezer • Pull the drawer or Drawer open to full extension. Remove the lower basket Q by lifting basket from rail system. ,A CAUTION: When you remove the drawer, do not lift it by the handle.
HOW TO REMOVE FREEZER AND DRAWER 2. Installing Freezer INSTALL THE • Make sure you have the correct side. (cont.) rail cover for each Drawer Right • Fully extend the rails by grasping the center bar with both hands and pulling straight out. Rail Cover • Align the tabs on the covers to the assembly holes on each rail, and snap the rail covers inplace to secure. • Hook the door support both sides.
LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT = that they close easily. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling legs clockwise. It may take several more turns, and you should turn both leveling legs the same amount. Leveling After installing, secure the stability with the leveling legs. of the product Your refrigerator has two front leveling legs--one on the right and one on the left. Adjust legs to alter tilt from front-to-back or side-to-side.
SETTING THE CONTROLS CAUTION Temperature • Your refrigerator has a control pad above the refrigerator compartment that lets you regulate temperature in the freezer and refrigerator compartments. • Initially set the refrigerator Demo Mode (Store showroom Mode) the control at 37°F (3°C) and With the refrigerator door opened, press and hold the Refrigerator Temp and Ultra Ice buttons at the same time for 5 seconds. The control panel will beep to confirm that the Demo Mode is activated.
ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS It is best to wait for 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool down completely before before making any adjustments to the temperature settings. The initial settings mentioned in SETTING THE CONTROLS section should be correct for normal household refrigerator use. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm. The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance (refrigerator and freezer sections).
FOOD STORAGE GUIDE STORING 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. FROZEN FOOD NOTE: For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook.
Freezing Yourfreezerwill not quick-freezeany largequantity of food. Do not put moreunfrozenfood intothe freezerthanwill freezewithin24 hours(no more than2 to 3 Ibsof food percubicfootof freezer space).Leaveenoughspacein the freezerfor air to circulatearoundpackages.Becarefulto leave enoughroomatthe frontso the doorcan close tightly. Storagetimeswill vary accordingto the qualityand typeof food,the type of packagingor wrapused (airtightand moisture-proof)and the storage temperature.
HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER GLIDE'N'SERVE The crispers provide fresher-tasting fruit and vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the drawer. The Glide'N'Serve provides storage space with a variable temperature control that keeps the compartment colder than the refrigerator temperature. You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between VEGETABLE and FRUIT.
MODULAR FREEZER SECTION DOOR BIN The door bins are removable adjusting. 1. To remove the bin, simply straight out. for easy cleaning and ICE BIN 1. To remove the ice bin from the upper drawer, pull out the drawer as far as possible. lift the bin up and pull 2. Gently lift and pull out the ice bin. 2. To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired support button and push down until it snaps into place. 3.
TILT-OUT DOOR To remove basket BASKET 1. Pull one of the brackets DURABASE basket from both brackets. To replace basket 1. Insert bracket The Durabase divider allows you to organize Durabase area into sections. upward. 2. Remove • , WARNING: into one side. Hook end of basket divider the is removed, or pets to To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation risk, DO NOT allow them to go near or touch the freezer drawer. Push bracket down into place. 3.
INSIDE WALLS (allow freezer the cloth will not stick) to warm up so To help remove odors, you can wash the inside of the refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and warm water. Mix 2 tablespoons 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. Explosion Use non-flammable Hazard cleaner. result in death, explosion, _, CAUTION: water.
To change NOTE: freezer WHEN light Some models have LED interior lighting service should only be performed technician. 1. Unplug refrigerator and power cord from outlet. 1. Use up any perishables 2. Turn off icemaker appliance 1. Remove and empty the ice bin. off before all food from the refrigerator. 2. Unplug the refrigerator. bulb. 3. Clean refrigerator, 5. Insert tabs on back of cover into slots in freezer ceiling. and freeze other items.
WHEN YOU SHOULD POWER Personal OPERATION while the refrigerator TO OFF (O) • When the water supply will be shut off for several hours. Injury Hazard DO NOT place fingers or hands in the automatic icemaking mechanism plugged in. SWITCH SET THE ICEMAKER is INSTRUCTIONS • When the ice storage a minute or two. bin is removed for more than • When the refrigerator days. will not be used for several A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN WHAT YOU WILL Tubing, NEED .,_ This water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer or retailer. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. • Copper 1/4" outer diameter Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Install the shutoff valve on the nearest used drinking water line. 1. SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER 5. TIGHTEN frequently SUPPLY Choose Tighten the clamp screws begins to swell. until the sealing NOTE: or you may crush the Do not overtighten washer tubing. Washer Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the line. 2. CHOOSE THE PIPE CLAMP Inlet End Pipe Clamp __ THE VALVE LOCATION a location for the valve Clamp Screw that is easily accessible.
8. FLUSH OUT THE TUBING 10. TURN THE WATER SHUTOFF VALVE Turn the main water supply on and flush out the tubing until the water is clear. Tighten any connections ON AT THE that leak. Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart of water has been flushed through the tubing. 9. CONNECT THE TUBING REFRIGERATOR TO THE NOTE: • Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet. 1. Remove valve. 11.
UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR • A clicking noise may come from the electronic control switching Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one did not make. Because the sounds are new to the cooling system on and off. • Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the water line, or items stored on top of you, you might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces, like the floor, walls and cabinets, can make the sounds seem the refrigerator.
LIGHTS DO NOT WORK Check if... Then... The power supply cord is unplugged. Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage. Light bulb is loose in the socket. Unplug the refrigerator. Gently remove the bulb and reinsert. Then plug in the refrigerator and reset the refrigerator control. Light bulb has burned out. Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage, size and shape available at your local hardware store. (See the Changing the Light Bulb(s} section on pages 25-26.
DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY Check if... Then... The refrigerator is not level. See Leveling and Door Alignment section on page 17. Food packages are blocking the door open. Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves. The ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door bins or baskets are out of position, Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover, pans, shelves and baskets into their correct positions. See the Using Your Refrigerator section on pages 18-24.
THE REFRIGERATOR SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH Check if... Then... The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator. THE ICEMAKER NOISE IS NOT PRODUCING Refer to the Understanding on page 31. ICE OR NOT ENOUGH Check if... Sounds You May Hear section ICE Then... New installation. Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation for ice production to begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice production.
THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN Check if... Then... The gaskets are dirty or sticky. Clean the gaskets and the surfaces that they touch. Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning. The door is reopened within a short time after having been opened. When you open the door, warmer air enters the refrigerator. As the warm air cools, it can create a vacuum.
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