you purchased your Kenmore refrigerator model and serial number location. / Serial Number in Date of Purchase 51271, 51278 SEARS, ROEBUCKAND CO., Chicago, 1L60684 U.S.A.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read aH ns ructlons thls app fiance. before uslng o Don't refreeze WARN|NG_ When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: . Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual° • This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Attention Installer Instructions requirements before it is used.
Starting the Refrigerator Use of adapter plug Location Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against use of an adapter plug. However, if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two-prong wall outlet by use of a UL listed adapter (Fig. 2) available at most local hardware stores. • Install the refrigerator on a floor strong enough to support it when it is fufly loaded..
Adiusfing COLDER NORM the Controls COLD OFF COLD FREEZER CONTROL NORM COLDER FRESHFOODCONTROL Two controls let you regulate the temperature fresh food and freezer compartments. in the At first, set the fresh food and freezer controls at the center of the "NORM" range. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize, whether you are setting the controls for the first time or adjusting them later.
Food Storage Suggestions Suggested Storage Times Fresh Food Storage Tips To store unfrozen DAYS IN Eating quality drops after time shown REFRIGERATOR AT 35 ° to 40°F. MONTHS IN FREEZER AT O°F. Fresh Meats Roasts (Beef g Lamb) ...... 3 to 5 6 to 12 Roasts (Pork & Veal) ....... Steaks (Beef) ............. Chops (Lamb) ........... 3 to S 3 to S 3 to 5 4 to 8 6 to 12 6 to 9 Chops (Pork) ............... Ground 8, Stew Meats ..... 3 to 5 1 to 2 3 to 4 3 to 4 Variety Meats ..............
Food Storage Suggestions Dividers Tips on Freezing Dividers are designed to give you storage flexibility in door bins on your fresh food door. Items such as salad dressings, steak sauces and other condiments can now be kept securely against the door liner to help prevent tipping, spilling or sliding, Foods (continued) To freeze meat, fish and poultry, wrap well in freezer-weight foil (or other heavy-duty wrapping material) forming it carefully to the shape of the contents. This expels air.
Multi-Position Freezer Compartment Shelves (on models so equipped) Shelf supports at various levels in the freezer compartment let you reposition the shelves from time to time to better This drawer has been specially designed to help preserve the natural goodness of fruits and vegetables. accommodate your variable inventory of frozen foods° To reposltlon Crisper shelves: Nice 'N Fresh Drawer 1.
Features TEMPERATURE CONTROLS Set both controls to "NORM'/They adjusting later. See page 4. may need ICE ACCESS DOOR Lift it to turn icemaker on or off, or to levei ice cubes in storage bin from time to time. ICE STORAGE COMPARTMENT Ice is made and stored here until called for by pressed cradle in dispenser on front of door.
HANDI-BIN Door stays open while bin is in use,provides easy access to dairy products. USE AND CARS LABEL Information you'll want to know is right on the refrigerator, including everyday care_ UTILITY BIN Dual-usage bin holds two dozen eggs in their cartons, or stores an extra supply of ice cubes in the freezer for special occasions. BINS OR SHELVES Door shelves (or bins on some models) keep frequently-used food items within easy reach.
Automatic lcemaker and Ice & Chilled Water Dispenser (Models 51271 and 51278 with Ice Service, models 51241 and 51248 with Ice & Chilled Water Service) See separate Water Line Installation Requirements included in both the literature pack and on the back of the refrigerator. • To help keep bits of ice from being sprayed beyond the glass, place glass close to ice chute-but not so close that it blocks outcoming ice.
Once your icemaker is in operation, throw away the first few batches of ice cubes. This will flush away any impurities in the water liner Do the same thing after vacations or long periods when ice isn't used° Some slight dripping may occur following dispensing of crushed ice or chilled water, If excessive, wipe the spill dry immediately, Do not pour water in spill shelf because it is not selfdraining--pour it in the kitchen sink.
Care and Cleaning Oulside Change the box every three months, In addition, put an open box of baking soda in the freezer to absorb stale freezer odors.
Behind Refrigerator After cleaning, replace drawers and covers in reverse order. Reinstall the gasket at the rear of the top drawer. Fit the end of the plastic drawer support into the slot on the gasket, with the rubber gasket flap facing you, Make sure the gasket snaps into place. Take care moving your refrigerator away from the wall. All types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces.
Before You Call for Service Savetime and money Check this list of causes of minor operating problems you can correct yourself. Vibration or rattling • If refrigerator vibrates, more than likely it is not resting solidly on the floor.
Cube dispenser does not work. Refrigerator hasodor • No ice cubes. Removestorage container. If cubesare frozento wire arm, remove cubes. • Foodwith strong odors should be tightly covered. a Checkfor spoiled food. o No ice cubes. Icemaker or water supply turned off. • Interior needscleaning. Referto page 12, • Irregular ice clumps in storage container°Break up as many as you can with fingertip pressure and discard the remaining clumps..
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON REFRIGERATOR For one year from the date of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Sears wil! repair this refrigerator, free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship.