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Kenmore Elite 21.6 cu. ft. French Door Bottom-freezer Refrigerator w/ Water Dispenser - White ENERGY STAR Owner's Manual

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1. of all major brand appliances lawn and garden equipment or heating and cooling systems no matter who made it no matter who sold it For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Call anytime day or night U S A and Canada www sears com www sears ca Our Home For repair of carry in items like vacuums lawn equipment and electronics call anytime for the location of your nearest Sears Parts amp Repair Service Center 1 800 488 1222 USA 1 800 469 4663 Canada www sears com www sears ca To purchase a protection agreement on a product serviced by Sears 1 800 827 6655 U S A 1 800 361 6665 Canada Para pedir servicio de reparaci n a domicilio y para ordenar piezas 1 888 SU HOGAR 1 888 784 6427 LES are Registered Trademark Trademark of KCD IP LLC in the United States or Sears Brands LLC in other countries Marca Registrada Marca de Fabrica de KCD IP LLC en Estados Unidos o Sears Brands LLC in otros paises MC Marque de commerce Marque d pos e de Sears Brands LLC Au Canada pour service en francais 1 800 LE FOYER 1 800 533 6937 WWW Ssears Cca
2. explosion or death Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically however clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors Wipe up spills immediately GENERAL CLEANING TIPS Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power e Remove all removable parts such as shelves crispers etc Refer to sections in Using Your Refrigerator for removal instructions e Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners e Hand wash rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly e Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power EXTERIOR Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps provide rust protection Do not wax plastic parts Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year using appliance wax or auto paste wax Apply wax with a clean soft cloth For products with a stainless steel exterior use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth 30 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 ACAUTION While cleaning the inside do not spray water DOOR
3. occur If water hammer conditions exist you must install a water hammer arrester Contact a plumbing professional if you are uncertain of how to check for this condition Do not install on hot water supply lines The maximum operating water temperature of this water filter system is 100 F 38 C Protect water filter from freezing Do not operate refrigerator in ambient conditions below 55 F 12 7 C Drain water filter when storing unit in temperatures below 40 F 4 4 C The disposable water filter must be replaced every six months at the rated capacity or if a noticeable reduction in flow rate occurs 28 WATER FILTER State of California Department of Public Health Water Treatment Device Certificate Number 09 2019 Date Issued December 15 2009 Manufacturer Sears Roebuck and Co The water treatment device s listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity Inorganic Radiological Contaminants Cysts Asbestos Lead Mercury Organic Contaminants 2 4 D Reduction Atrazine Benzene Carbofuran Lindane p Dichlorobenzene Toxaphene Rated Service Capacity 200 gal Rated Service Flow 0 5 gpm Conditions of Certification 29 CARE AND CLEANING AWARNING Explosion Hazard Use non flammable cleaner Failure to do so can result in fire
4. or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States or Canada This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2C3 PROTECTION AGREEMENTS 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 Here s what the Agreement includes e Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly under normal use not just defects Our coverage goes well beyond the product warranty No deductibles no functional failure excluded from coverage real protection e Expert service by a force of more than 10 000 authorized Sears service technicians which means someone you can trust will be working on your product e Unlimited service calls and nationwide service as often as you want us whenever you want us e No lemon gua
5. LINERS AND GASKETS Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic refrigerator parts PLASTIC PARTS Covers and Panels Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use window sprays abrasive cleansers or flammable fluids These can scratch or damage the material CONDENSER COILS 10 Use a vacuum cleaner with Oy an attachment to clean the vn NG condenser cover and vents Do not remove the panel covering the condenser coil area P a CARE AND CLEANING LIGHT REPLACEMENT AWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Before replacing a Compartment Light either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box NOTE The refrigerator and freezer compartment lights are LED interior lighting and service should be performed by a qualified technician POWER INTERRUPTIONS 1 If the power will be out for 24 hours or less keep all refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay cold and frozen 2 If the power will be out for more than 24 hours remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker WHEN YOU GO ON VACATION If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you are away follow these steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave 1 Use up any perishables and freeze other items 2 Turn off the icemaker a
6. To deactivate With either refrigerator door opened press and hold the Refrigerator Temp and Ultra Ice buttons at the same time for five seconds The control panel will beep and the temperature settings will display to confirm that Demo Mode is deactivated Use the same procedure to activate the Demo Mode USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER The icemaker will produce approximately 70 210 cubes in a 24 hour period depending on freezer compartment temperature room temperature number of door openings and other operating conditions e It takes about 12 to 24 hours for a newly installed refrigerator to begin making ice Wait 72 hours for full ice production to occur e Ice making stops when the in door ice bin is full When full the in door ice bin holds approximately 6 8 12 16 oz glasses of ice e To turn off the automatic icemaker set the icemaker switch to OFF O To turn on the automatic icemaker set the switch to ON I e The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 psi on models without a water filter and between AO and 120 psi on models with a water filter to produce the normal amount and size of ice cubes e Foreign substances or frost on the ice detecting sensor can interrupt ice production Make sure the sensor area is clean at all times for proper operation A CAUTION e The first ice produced after installation may include particles or odor from the water supply line or the water tank Throw away
7. careful not to allow water to drain into the drill Failure to drill a 1 4 in hole may result in reduced ice production or smaller cubes NOTE The hookup line cannot be white plastic tubing Licensed plumbers must use only copper tubing NDA tubing 49595 or 49599 or Cross Link Polyethylene PEX tubing 4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp Pipe Clamp Vertical Cold Water Pipe Saddle Type Shutoff Valve NOTE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts Consult with your licensed plumber 33 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 tubing Washer 6 ROUTE THE TUBING Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or floor behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet as close to the wall as possible NOTE Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing about 8 feet coiled into 3 turns of about 10 in diameter to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation 7 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE Place the compression nut and ferrule sleeve for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shu
8. is not recommended However if you still elect to use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed USA 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes minimum and 120 volts Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance needed for the back of the refrigerator PARTS AND FEATURES 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 Q Water Filter O Durabase Divider Q Refrigerator Light O Durabase Q Refrigerator Shelves Pull Out Drawer Humidity Controlled Crispers Freezer Light O Pantry Door Bins Articulating Mullion O Dairy Bin O Ice Maker Water Tank Cover Ice Bin REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION AWARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator Failure to do so can result in back or other injury UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before using Do not remove any warning type labels the model and serial number label or the Tech Sheet that is located u
9. open section in Parts amp Features Troubleshooting for more information The recommended temperature for the freezer compartment for normal ice production is O F If the freezer temperature is warmer ice production will be affected It is recommended that you replace the water filter Approximately every six months When the water filter indicator turns on When the water dispenser output decreases When the ice cubes are smaller than normal Reverse osmosis filtration systems can reduce the water pressure below the minimum amount and result in icemaker issues If the problem persists it may be necessary to contact a plumber The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 psi on models without a water filter and between 40 and 120 psi on models with a water filter If the problem persists it may be necessary to contact a plumber TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ICE amp WATER Problem Possible Causes Solutions O Icemaker is not making ice Not dispensing water Refrigerator was recently installed or It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to icemaker recently connected reach the desired temperature and for the icemaker to begin making ice Icemaker not turned on Locate the icemaker ON OFF switch and confirm that it is in the ON I position The ice detecting sensor is obstructed Foreign substances or frost on the ice detecting sensor can interrupt ice production Make sure that the sensor
10. other than private household purposes This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship and will NOT pay for 1 Consumable parts that can wear out from normal use including but not limited to filters belts light bulbs and bags 2 A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation operation or maintenance A service technician to clean or maintain this product Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed operated or maintained according to the all instructions supplied with the product Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident abuse misuse or use for other than its intended purpose Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents cleaners chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product 7 Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product Disclaimer of implied warranties limitation of remedies Customer s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein Implied warranties including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages
11. safety messages will identify the hazard tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or personal e DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable injury when using your product basic safety precautions vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other should be followed including the following appliance Read all instructions before using this appliance DO NOT allow children to climb stand or hang on the e NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator They power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull it could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure straight out from the outlet themselves e Immediately repair or replace all power cords that e Keep fingers out of pinch point areas clearances have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not between the doors and cabinets are necessarily small use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage Be careful closing doors when children are in the area along its length or at either the plug or connector end e Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs Do not modify or extend the power cord length It could cause electric shock or fire When moving your refrigerator away from the wall be NOTE It is strongly recommended that any service be careful not to roll over or damag
12. the first few batches of ice about 24 cubes This is also necessary if the refrigerator has not been used for a long time e If discolored ice is produced check the water supply If the problem continues contact a Sears or other qualified service center Do not use the ice or water until the problem is corrected Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the Automatic Shut Off Arm e When the bin fills to the level of the Automatic Shut Off Arm the icemaker will stop producing ice e It is normal for some cubes to be stuck together e If ice is not used frequently old ice cubes will become cloudy tase stale and shrink e Never store beverage cans or other items in the ice bin for the purpose of rapid cooling Doing so may damage the icemaker or the containers may burst e Never use thin crystal glass or crockery to collect ice Such containers may chip or break resulting in glass fragments in the ice AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in Automatic Power Switch Shut Off Arm WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER POWER SWITCH TO OFF O e When the water supply will be shut off for several hours e When the ice bin is removed for more than one or two minutes e When the refrigerator will not be used for several days NOTE The ice bin should be emptied when the icemaker ON OFF switch is turned to the O
13. way down e Press the push button to open the water filter cover NOTE Replacing the water filter causes a small amount of water around 1 oz or 25 cc to drain Before pushing the button to open the water filter cover place a cup under the front end of the cover to collect any leaking water Hold the water filter upright once it is removed to prevent any remaining water from spilling out of the water filter e Pull the water filter downward and pull out Make sure to rotate the filter down completely before pulling it out of the manifold hole 2 Replace with a new water filter e Take the new water filter out of its packaging and remove the protective cover from the o rings With water filter tabs in the horizontal position push the new water filter into the manifold hole until it stops 26 Rotate the water filter up into position and close the cover The cover will click when closed correctly 3 After the water filter is replaced dispense 2 5 gallons of water flush for approximately 5 minutes to remove trapped air and contaminates from the system Do not dispense the entire 2 5 gallon amount continuously Depress and release the dispenser pad for cycles of 30 seconds ON and 60 seconds OFF Water Filter Bypass Plug Keep the water filter bypass plug You MUST use the water filter bypass plug when a replacement water filter cartridge is not available Water Filter Bypass
14. 4 0 sec to fill a cup of 7 oz capacity Check to see if the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked Replace the filter if necessary Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage If the issue concerning water pressure from reverse osmosis remains call a licensed qualified plumber All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements A CAUTION Wear eye protection during installation to prevent injury WHAT YOU WILL NEED Copper Tubing 1 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 25 cm diameter to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation Power drill Ya in or adjustable wrench Flat blade and Phillips head screwdrivers Two V4 in outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules sleeves to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve If your existing copper water line has a flared fitting at the end you will need an adapter available at plumbing supply stores to connect the water line to the refrigerator OR you can cut off the flar
15. Alignment section Refrigerator with linear compressor Normal Operation was jarred while running Whooshin Evaporator fan motor is circulatin Normal Operation g vap t g p air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments Air is being forced over the condenser Normal Operation by the condenser fan Gurgling Refrigerant flowing through the Normal Operation cooling system Popping Contraction and expansion of the Normal Operation inside walls due to changes in temperature Sizzling Water dripping on the defrost heater Normal Operation during a defrost cycle Vibrating If the side or back of the refrigerator To eliminate the noise make sure that the sides and is touching a cabinet or wall some of back cannot vibrate against any wall or cabinet the normal vibrations may make an audible sound Dripping Water running into the drain pan Normal Operation during the defrost cycle Pulsating or High Your refrigerator is designed to run Normal Operation Pitched Sound more efficiently to keep your food items at the desired temperature The high efficiency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run longer than your old one but it is still more energy efficient than previous models While the refrigerator is running it is normal to hear a pulsating or high pitched sound 41 PARTS amp FEATURES Atacama Possible Causes Doors will not close Food packages are blocking the door Rearrange oe oe c
16. FF position NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR e The icemaker water valve will buzz as the icemaker fills with water If the power switch is in the ON I position it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water To stop the buzzing move the power switch to OFF O NOTE Keeping the power switch in the ON I position before the water line is connected can damage the icemaker e You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills PREPARING FOR VACATION Set the icemaker power switch to OFF O and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator NOTE The ice bin should be emptied anytime the icemaker ON OFF switch is turned to the OFF O position If the ambient temperature will drop below freezing have a qualified technician drain the water supply system to prevent serious property damage due to flooding caused by ruptured water lines or connections USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FOOD STORAGE GUIDE STORING FROZEN FOOD 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 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 Items How to food D
17. ING THE CONTROLS AIRFLOW The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance refrigerator and freezer sections The colder the setting the longer the compressor will run to keep the temperature colder The freezer control adjusts the cold air flow from the freezer to the refrigerator Setting the freezer control to a lower temperature keeps more cold air in the freezer compartment to make it colder Cold air circulates from the freezer to the fresh food section and back again through air vents in the wall dividing the two sections Be sure not to block vents while packing your refrigerator Doing so will restrict airflow and may cause the refrigerator temperature to become too warm or cause interior moisture buildup See air flow diagram below Y wy me oa S eae An a r a y 8 See Temperature e The Refrigerator Temp Control ranges from 33 F to 46 F 0 C to 8 C Press the Refrigerator button to cycle through the available temperature settings one increment at a time e The Freezer Temp Control range is from 6 F to 8 F 21 C to 13 C Press the Freezer button to cycle through the available temperature settings one increment at a time NOTE When changing control settings wait 24 hours before making additional adjustments The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you would li
18. NG YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR SECTION WATER DISPENSER WATER TRAY To dispense cold water push on the dispenser switch To remove the tray press down on either of the front with a glass corners and pull out NOTE There is no drain beneath the tray You may need to empty the tray of any liquid that collects in it Dispenser Switch Push Some dripping may occur after dispensing Hold your cup beneath the dispenser for a few seconds after dispensing to catch all of the drops To replace the tray slightly tilt up the front of the tray and snap the tabs into the holes 22 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR SHELVES HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet The crispers provide fresher tasting fruit and vegetables by your individual storage needs Your model may have full letting you easily control humidity inside the drawer or split shelves eee E P You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture Adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will sealed crispers by adjusting the control to any setting make finding the exact item you want easier Doing so will between VEGETABLE and FRUIT also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open which will save energy a e VEGETABLE keeps moist air in the crisper for best i storage of fresh leafy vegetables IMPORTANT Do not clean glass shelves with warm water while they are cold
19. Plug A CAUTION DO NOT operate refrigerator without water filter or water filter plug installed NOTE To purchase a replacement water filter visit a Sears store or call 1 800 4 MY HOME Also you may order on line at www sears com partsdirect WATER FILTER Performance Data Sheet The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in NSF ANSI Standard 42 and Standard 53 System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF ANSI Standard 42 and Standard 53 for the reduction of substances listed below Average Max Permissible Average NSF specified Challenge Avg Product Water Product Water NSF Reduction NSF Test Influent C trati Reducti i Requirements Report ee id ani Concentration Concentration a P Chlorine Taste and Odor 2 1 mg L 2 0 mg L 10 97 2 0 06 mg L N A J 00049247 Nominal Particulate Class I 5 600 000 At least 10 000 particles mL 98 7 73 000 pts ml N A 285 J 00049282 20 5 to lt 1 0 Um pts mL 107 to 108 MFL fibers greater Asbestos 190 MFL gt 99 lt 1MFL N A 299 J 0004928 than 10 Um in length Mear ptas 00050mg t a006ma tzv0 901 oo006me 0002m w a 0005172 Contaminant Reduction Based on the use of Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts 27 WATER FILTER Application Guidelines Water Suppl
20. Shelves may break if exposed to e FRUIT lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage sudden temperature changes or impact of fruit NOTE Glass shelves are heavy Use special care when removing them Adjusting Shelves Split Shelf Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace shelves in the position you want To remove a shelf Tilt up the front of the shelf 1 and lift it 2 Pull the shelf out i pD REMOVING THE HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER 1 To remove pull the drawer out to full extension To reinstall a shelf Tilt the front of the shelf 2 Lift the front of the crisper up then pull it straight out up and guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height Then lower the front of the 3 To install slightly tilt up the front insert the drawer into shelf so that the hooks drop into the slots 4 the frame and push it back into place A CAUTION e Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other Make sure that the shelf stopper is completely inserted between the wall ribs e Make sure that hooks are inserted in the correct position Left shelf to left hole right shelf to right hole only Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or spilling food 23 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR To remove the glass DOOR BINS 1 Lift up the glass under the crisper cover The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and 2 Pull the glass up and
21. Use amp Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado English Espafiol Models Modelos 795 7132 Kenmore Elite Bottom Freezer Refrigerator Congelador Inferior Refrigerador color number n mero de color P N MFL67851503 ears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www kenmore com TABLE OF CONTENTS A oe eens ee ee ree ee 3 Protection Agreements ccccccsssceesseceeneeeees 4 Important Safety Instructions 5 7 Electrical amp Grounding Requirements 7 Parts and Features ovni 8 Refrigerator Installation 9 17 Unpacking Your Refrigerator ooomoommomo 9 A a eiieeii ste iai 10 Removing Replacing Your Refrigerator and Freezer Handles Doors and Drawers 11 16 Leveling and Door Alignment sesessessessesee 17 Using Your Refrigerator o o 18 26 Setting the Controls sessesssesosssossesseessesses 18 19 Automatic Ilcemaker ssessessesesseseesessessescssesses 20 Food Storage Guide eesseeseesoessessesssesoeesesses 21 gt Refrigerator Section Water Dispenser stssiccsereisecstavencnclseenisrichastas 22 Refrigerator Shelves u cccsscssssesssseecssssessseessseeessses 23 Humidity Controlled Crisper oooomooooo 23 Pantry DIWer aaa 24 Door BINS vita 24 Dairy Dl 24 Freezer Section BINTE 019 1 saint nani 25 Durabase Divider e ssessesessessesessesse
22. anada at 1 800 361 6665 Sears Installation Service For Sears professional installation of home appliances garage door openers water heaters and other major home items in the U S A or Canada call 1 800 4 MY HOME 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 Serial No Date of Purchase Save these instructions and attach your sales receipt for future reference IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This guide contains many important safety messages Always read and obey all safety messages This is the safety alert symbol It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others or cause damage to the product All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These words mean A DANGER You will be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions A WARN l NG You can ke killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided CAUTION may result in minor or moderate injury or product damage All
23. and connect the two wire harnesses 4 Push the water tube 3 located at the top of the left door into the hole beside the left hinge on the top of the cabinet until it exits through the back Insert the water supply tube 3 into the connector until you see only one scale mark Fully insert the tube over Y in 15 mm Hook tabs on left side of hinge cover 1 under the edge of the top hinge 7 and position the cover in place Insert and tighten the cover screw 1 Collet gt 1 2 Tube Scale Mark Clip 14 Right Door Lower the door onto middle hinge pin 9 Line up the holes in the top hinge with the holes in the top of the refrigerator Insert and tighten the three Bolts 6 in the hinge 3 Hook the tabs on right side of hinge cover 2 under the edge of the top hinge 4 and position the cover in place Insert and tighten the cover screw 1 After inserting pull the tube to make sure that it is secure and reinsert the clip REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE THE FREEZER DRAWER Remove the screw O from the rail on both sides WARNING Use two or more people to remove and install the freezer drawer Failure to do so can result in back or other injury CAUTION Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer The handle may come off causing personal injury To remove pull the drawer out to full extensi
24. area is clean at all times for proper operation The refrigerator is not connected to Connect refrigerator to the water supply and turn the a water supply or the supply shutoff water shutoff valve fully open valve is not turned on Icemaker shutoff arm or sensor If your icemaker is equipped with an ice shutoff arm obstructed make sure that the arm moves freely If your icemaker is equipped with the electronic ice shutoff sensor make sure that there is a clear path between the two sensors Reverse osmosis water filtration Reverse osmosis filtration systems can reduce the system is connected to your cold water pressure below the minimum amount and result water supply in icemaker issues Refer to the Water Pressure section New installation or water line recently Dispense 2 5 gallons of water flush for approximately connected 5 minutes to remove trapped air and contaminates from the system Do not dispense the entire 2 5 gallon amount continuously Depress and release the dispenser pad for cycles of 30 seconds ON and 60 seconds OFF The dispenser panel is locked Press and hold the Control Lock button for three seconds to unlock the control panel and dispenser The dispenser is not set for water The dispenser can be set for ice or water Make dispensing certain that the control panel is set for the proper operation Press the Ilce Water Select button on the control panel Refrigerator or freezer doors are not Water wi
25. be performed by a qualified technician Refer to the Light Bulb Replacement section The interior of The refrigerator is located near a fire Make sure that the refrigerator is not located near a the refrigerator is source such as a fireplace chimney fire source such as a fireplace chimney or candle covered with dust or or candle soot 42 Kenmore Connect System Kenmore Connect On some models Should you experience any problems with your refrigerator it has the capability of transmitting data via your telephone to the Kenmore Connect Team This gives you the capability of speak ing directly to our trained specialists The specialist records the data transmitted from your machine and uses it to analyze the issue providing a fast and effective diagnosis If you experience problems with your refrigerator call 1 800 4MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Only use the Kenmore Connect feature when instructed to do so by the Kenmore Connect Team agent The transmission sounds that you will hear are normal and sound similar to a fax machine Kenmore Connect cannot be activated unless your refrig erator is connected to power If your refrigerator is unable to turn on then troubleshooting must be done without using Kenmore Connect Using Kenmore Connect First call 1 800 4MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 If the number of the phone you are using is associated with your refrigerator purpose you will be quickly relayed to a Kenmore Con
26. been stored for too long Ice that has been stored for too long will shrink become cloudy and may develop a stale taste Throw away old ice and make a new supply The food has not been stored Rewrap the food Odors may migrate to the ice if properly in either compartment food is not wrapped properly The interior of the refrigerator needs See the Care and Cleaning section for more to be cleaned information The ice storage bin needs to be Empty and wash the bin discard old cubes Make cleaned sure that the bin is completely dry before a it Dispensing warm Refrigerator was recently installed Allow 24 hours after installation for the water storage water tank to cool completely The water dispenser has been used Depending on your specific model the water storage recently and the storage tank was capacity will range from approximately 10 to 30 oz exhausted Dispenser has not been used for If the dispenser has not been used for several hours several hours the first glass dispensed may be warm Discard the first 10 oz Refrigerator is connected to the hot Make sure that the refrigerator is connected to a cold water supply water pipe AWARNING Connecting the refrigerator to a hot water line may damage the icemaker Water has bad taste Water supply contains minerals such A water filter may need to be installed to eliminate or odor as sulfur taste and odor problems Water filter has been exhausted It is recommended t
27. e refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified technician If you intentionally release refrigerant you may be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation ELECTRICAL amp GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS IMPORTANT Please read carefully TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard FOR PERSONAL SAFETY this appliance must be properly grounded Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle 3 prong grounding Ensure proper ground exists before use RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD 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 Use a receptacle that cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain Do not use an extension cord Where a standard two prong wall outlet is encountered it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded three prong wall outlet USE OF EXTENSION CORDS Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions the use of an extension cord
28. e refrigerator should not be operated above 110 F Condenser back cover is clogged Use a vacuum cleaner with an attachment to clean the condenser cover and vents Do not remove the panel covering the condenser coil area TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE COOLING nid Refrigerator or Refrigerator was recently installed It may _ up to 24 hours for each compartment to Freezer section is too reach the desired temperature YA The air vents are blocked Cold air Rearrange items to allow air to flow throughout the circulates from the freezer to the compartment Refer to the Airflow diagram in the fresh food section and back again Using Your Refrigerator section through air vents in the wall dividing the two sections Doors are opened often or for long When the doors are opened often or for long periods periods of time of time warm humid air enters the compartment This raises the temperature and moisture level within the compartment To lessen the effect reduce the frequency and duration of door openings Unit is installed in a hot location The refrigerator should not be operated in temperatures above 110F A large amount of food or hot food Adding food warms the compartment requiring the was added to either compartment cooling system to run Allowing hot food to cool to room temperature before putting it in the refrigerator will reduce this effect Doors not closed correctly See the Doors will not close correctly or pop open
29. e the power cord performed by a qualified technician SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING e 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 NOTE Some models have LED interior lighting and service should be performed by a qualified technician A WARNING Setting either or both controls to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit e When you are finished reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the controls Thermostat Refrigerator Control and or Freezer Control depending on the model to the desired setting e This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Attention Installer Instructions that were taped to the front of the refrigerator e After your refrigerator is in operation do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or wet Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces 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 69 says You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if t
30. ed fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a minimum inside diameter of 5 32 in at the point of connection to the COLD WATER LINE Saddle type shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits Before purchasing make sure a saddle type valve complies with your local plumbing codes NOTE A Self Piercing Saddle Type Water Valve should not be used A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard When using any electrical device such as a power drill during installation be sure the device is battery powered double insulated or grounded in a manner that will prevent the hazard of electric shock 32 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line 1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the line 2 CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION Choose a location for the valve that is easily accessible It is best to connect into the side of a vertical water pipe When it is necessary to connect into a horizontal water pipe make the Lp connection to the top or side rather than at the bottom to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water pipe 3 DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE Drill a 1 4 in hole in the water pipe using a sharp bit Remove any burrs resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe Be
31. erature has been restored once the defrost cycle has completed Food is not packaged correctly Food stored uncovered or unwrapped and damp containers can lead to moisture accumulation within each compartment Wipe all containers dry and store food in sealed packaging to prevent condensation and frost 36 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE MI cooLING ICE amp WATER Food is freezing Food with high water content was Rearrange items with high water content away AA 2 in the refrigerator placed near an air vent air vents compartment Refrigerator temperature control is set If the temperature is too cold adjust the control one incorrectly increment at a time and wait for the temperature to stabilize Refer to the Setting the Controls section for more information Refrigerator is installed in a cold When the refrigerator is operated in temperature location below 41 F 5 C food can freeze in the refrigerator compartment The refrigerator should not be operated in temperature below 55 F 13 C Frost or ice crystals Door is opened frequently or for long When the doors are opened often or for long periods form on frozen food periods of time of time warm humid air enters the compartment This outside of package raises the temperature and moisture level within the compartment Increased moisture will lead to frost and condensation To lessen the effect reduce the frequency and duration of door openings Door is not clos
32. ese instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage Water hammer water banging in the pipes in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and can lead to water leakage or flooding Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator A CAUTION To prevent burns and product damage only connect the refrigerator water line to a cold water supply If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line make sure the icemaker power switch is in the OFF O position A CAUTION Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing WATER PRESSURE A cold water supply The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 psi on models without a water filter and between 40 and 120 psi on models with a water filter If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply this water line installation is not covered by the refrigerator warranty Follow the following instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi 2 8 kgf cm 4 2 kgf cm less than 2 0 3 0 sec to fill a cup of 7 oz capacity If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is less than 21 psi or 1 5 kgf cm2 takes more than
33. hat you replace the water filter Approximately every 6 months When the water filter indicator turns on When the water dispenser output decreases When the ice cubes are smaller than normal Refrigerator was recently installed Dispense 2 5 gallons of water flush for approximately 5 minutes to remove trapped air and contaminates from the system Do not dispense the entire 2 5 gallon amount continuously Depress and release the dispenser pad for cycles of 30 seconds ON and 60 seconds OFF Icemaker is making Icemaker shutoff arm sensor is Empty the ice bin If your icemaker is equipped with too much ice obstructed an ice shutoff arm make sure that the arm moves freely If your icemaker is equipped with the electronic ice shutoff sensor make sure that there is a clear path between the two sensors Reinstall the ice bin and wait 24 hours to confirm proper operation 40 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Possible Causes po Solutions S O Clicking The defrost control will click when Normal Operation 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 Normal Operation flow of refrigerant the water line on the back of the unit or items stored on top of or around the refrigerator Refrigerator is not resting solidly on Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need to be the floor adjusted See the Door
34. he back of the refrigerator or against the wall Push the refrigerator back to the wall E 12 START THE ICEMAKER Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15 F 9 C or below It will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker power switch is in the ON I position TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Before conducting troubleshooting make sure that the following basic requirements are met 0 5 gpm 1 9 Ipm Water Supply Potable Water 40 120 psi 138 827 kPa Operating Ambient 55 F 110 F Temperature Limits 115 Volts 60 Hz AC only and fused Electrical Ratings at 15 or 20 amperes Possible Causes Refrigerator and The refrigerator control is set to OFF Turn the control ON Refer to the Setting ness Controls Freezer section are some models section for proper temperature settings not cooling Refrigerator is set to Demo Mode Demo Mode allows the lights and control display to work normally while disabling cooling to save energy while on the showroom floor Refer to the Setting the Controls section for instructions on how to disable Demo Mode Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle During the defrost cycle the temperature of each compartment may raise slightly Wait 30 minutes and confirm the proper temperature has been restored once the defrost cycle has completed Refrigerator was recently installed lt may take u
35. hey are still cold below 39 F 4 C Thawed ground meats poultry or fish that have any off odor or off color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten Thawed ice cream should be discarded If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable dispose of it The food may be dangerous to eat Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eating quality of foods particularly fruits vegetables and prepared foods The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of their quality as you can SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS A Junked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous even if they are sitting for only a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator please follow the instructions at right to help prevent accidents child entrapment and suffocation DANGER RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER e Take off the doors e Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside 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 th
36. inal allow air or moisture in or out If it does you could container in a crisper or store in a have food odor and taste transfer throughout the completely closed paper bag on a refrigerator and could also dry out frozen food refrigerator shelf Packaging recommendations Rigid plastic containers with tight fitting lids Straight sided canning freezing jars Heavy duty aluminum foil Plastic coated paper Non permeable plastic wraps Leafy gt Remove store wrapping and trim vegetables or tear off bruised and discolored areas Wash in cold water and drain Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper Specified freezer grade self sealing plastic bags Follow package or container instructions for proper Vegetables gt gt Place in plastic bags or plastic freezing methods with skins container and store in crisper carrots Do not use peppers e Bread wrappers e Non polyethylene plastic containers Fish gt Store fresh fish and shellfish in e Containers without tight lids the freezer section if they are not Wax paper or wax coated freezer wrap being consumed the same day of e Thin semi permeable wrap leary a ula aia A A A CAUTION Do not keep beverage cans or plastic consume Iesn tel nd ARMA The food containers in the freezer compartment They may same day purchased break or burst if they freeze Leftovers gt Cover leftovers with plastic wrap aluminum foil or plastic containers with tight lids 21 USI
37. ing properly Refer to the Doors will not close correctly or pop open section in the Troubleshooting section Refrigerator or Incorrect temperature control settings If the temperature is too cold adjust the control one Freezer section is too increment at a time and wait for the temperature to cold stabilize Refer to the Setting the Controls section for more information Frost or ice crystals Condensation from food with a high This is normal for food items with a high water on frozen food water content has frozen inside of the content inside of sealed food package package Food has been left in the freezer for Do not store food items with high water content in the a long period of time freezer for a long period of time Icemaker is not Demand exceeds ice storage The icemaker will produce approximately 100 cubes in making enough ice capacity a 24 hour period House water supply is not connected Connect the refrigerator to a cold water supply with valve is not turned on fully or valve is adequate pressure and turn the water shutoff valve clogged fully open If the problem persists it may be necessary to contact a plumber Water filter has been exhausted It is recommended that you replace the water filter e Approximately every six months e When the water filter indicator turns on e When the water dispenser output decreases e When the ice cubes are smaller than normal Low house water supply pressure The
38. ion Push the Durabase to the back as much as the drawer up and out making sure to clear the rail possible tilt the front of the Durabase up and then lift system it up and out 2 To replace tilt the back of the Durabase into the drawer then lower it down and into the rail assembly 2 To replace with the drawer pulled out to full extension insert the drawer in the rail assembly NOTE Assemble the Durabase before assembling the pullout drawer The pullout drawer needs clearance in order to properly seat its rollers If the items are assembled improperly the freezer door may not close DURABASE DIVIDER The Durabase divider allows you to organize the Durabase area into sections It can be adjusted from side to side to accommodate items of different sizes A WARNING If the Durabase divider is removed there is enough open space for children or pets to crawl inside To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation risk DO NOT allow children or pets to touch or go near the drawer 25 WATER FILTER CHANGE FILTER WATER FILTER It is recommended that you replace the water filter e Approximately every 6 months e When the water filter indicator turns on ou e When the water dispenser output SS decreases SS N e When the ice cubes are smaller E than normal 1 Remove the old water filter e Lower or remove the top left shelf to allow the water filter to rotate all the
39. ke and when ice cream is firm If the temperature in either compartment is too cold or too warm change the setting one increment at a time Wait 24 hours for the change to stabilize before adjusting again Dispenser Some dripping may occur after dispensing water Hold your cup beneath the dispenser for a few seconds after dispensing to catch all of the drops NOTE The dispenser will not work if any door is left open or if the control lock is engaged ant sk Express Freeze 14 e When you press the Express Freeze button the Express Freeze graphic will illuminate in the display and will continue for 24 hours The function will automatically shut off after 24 hours e You can stop this function manually by touching the button one more time e This function increases both ice making and freezing capabilities 0 Water Filter Reset Fir When the water filter indicator turns on you have to change the water filter After changing the water filter press and hold the Ultra Ice Filter Reset button for three seconds to turn the indicator light off You need to change the water filter approximately every six months Light 0 Press the Light button to turn the light on and off When dispensing water a light underneath the water switch will illuminate USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Articulating Mullion This feature is a metal strip attached to the left door that articulates rotates 90 degrees as the door is closed f
40. ll not dispense if any of the refrigerator closed properly doors are left open Water filter has been recently After the water filter is replaced dispense 2 5 gallons removed or replaced of water flush for approximately 5 minutes to remove trapped air and contaminates from the system Do not dispense the entire 2 5 gallon amount continuously Depress and release the dispenser pad for cycles of 30 seconds ON and 60 seconds OFF Tubing connecting refrigerator to The tubing can kink when the refrigerator is moved house supply valve is kinked during installation or cleaning resulting in reduced water flow Straighten or repair the water supply line and arrange it to prevent future kinks The house water supply is not Connect refrigerator to the water supply and turn the connected the valve is not turned on water shutoff valve fully open fully or the valve is clogged If the problem persists it may be necessary to contact a plumber 39 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ICE amp WATER MN Problem PossibleCauses _____ Solutions Ice has bad taste or Water supply contains minerals such A water filter may need to be installed to eliminate odor as sulfur taste and odor problems NOTE In some cases a filter may not help It may not be possible to remove all minerals odor taste in all water supplies Icemaker was recently installed Discard the first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or bad tasting ice Ice has
41. nd empty the ice bin If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave follow these steps 1 Remove all food from the refrigerator 2 Depending on your model set the thermostat control refrigerator control to OFF See the Setting the Controls section 3 Clean the refrigerator wipe it and dry well 4 Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in This stops odor and mold from building up WHEN YOU MOVE When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home follow these steps to prepare it for the move 1 Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack alll frozen food in dry ice 2 Unplug the refrigerator ow 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 Depending on the model raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls easier OR screw in the leveling legs all the way so they do not scrape the floor See the Door Closing section 6 Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet When you get to your new home put everything back and refer to the Refrigerator Installation section for preparation instructions CONNECTING THE WATER LINE BEFORE YOU BEGIN This water line installation is not covered by the refrigerator warranty Follow th
42. nder the front of the refrigerator behind the base grille To remove any remaining tape or glue rub the area briskly with your thumb Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers Wipe with warm water and dry Do not use sharp instruments rubbing alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs AWARNING 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 AWARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from the refrigerator Failure to do so can result in fire explosion or death REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION PRIOR TO USE 1 Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during shipping 2 Install accessories such as ice cube bin drawers shelves etc in their proper places They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipment 3 Allow your refrigerator to run for at least two to three hours before putti
43. nect team agent Only use the Kenmore Connect feature when instructed to do so by the Kenmore Connect Team agent 1 Lock the display To lock the display press and hold the Door alarm button for three seconds If the display has been locked for over five minutes you must deactivate the lock and then reactivate it 2 Open the right refrigerator door 3 Hold the mouthpiece of your phone in front of the speaker that is located on the right hinge of the refrigera tor door when instructed to do so by the call center 43 E EREN 4 Press and hold the Freezer Temp button for three seconds while continuing to hold your phone to the speaker NS N 5 After you hear three beeps release the Freezer Temp button 6 Keep the phone in place until the tone transmission has finished This takes about 15 seconds and the display will count down the time Once the countdown is over and the tones have stopped resume your conversation with the specialist who will then be able to assist you in using the information transmitted for analysis NOTE For best results do not move the phone while the tones are being transmitted If the call center agent is not able to get an accurate recording of the data you may be asked to try again Get it fixed at your home or ours Your Home For troubleshooting product manuals and expert advice managemylife www managemylife com For repair in your home
44. ng food in it Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling Your refrigerator is now ready for use 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 A WARNING Shock Hazard To reduce the risk of electric shock do not install the refrigerator in a wet or damp area 10 INSTALLATION continued 1 To avoid noise and vibration the unit must be leveled and installed on a solidly constructed floor If required adjust the leveling legs to compensate for unevenness of the floor The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing Leveling legs can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly Turn the leveling legs to the left to raise the unit or to the right to lower it See LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT NOTE Installing on carpeting soft tile surfaces a platform or weakly supported structure is not recommended 2 Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is between 55 F 13 C and 110 F 43 C If the temperature around the appliance is too low or high cooling ability may be adversely affec
45. o not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours no more than 2 to 3 Butter 9r gt Keep opened butter in a covered Ibs of food per cubic foot of freezer space Leave margarine dish or closed compartment enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around When storing an extra supply i X packages Be careful to leave enough room at the wrap in freezer packaging and front so the door can close tightly freeze o AAA Storage times will vary according to the quality and Cheese gt Store in the original wrapping type of food the type of packaging or wrap used until you are ready to use it Once how airtight and moisture proof and the storage opened rewrap tightly in plastic temperature Ice crystals inside a sealed package are wrap or aluminum foil normal This simply means that moisture in the food 22222233 _ gt ____ _ a zz and air inside the package have condensed creating Milk amp Wipe milk cartons For best ice crystals storage place milk on interior NOTE Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature shelf for 30 minutes then package and freeze Cooling hot Eggs gt Store in original carton on interior foods before freezing saves energy shelf not on door shelf zzz _EEX E A 4 Packaging Fruit gt Do not wash or hull the fruit Successful freezing depends on correct packaging until it is ready to be used Sort When you close and seal the package it must not and keep fruit in its orig
46. on Lift the drawer up and out making sure to clear the rail system Grasp the drawer on each side and pull it up to separate it from the rails Pull the drawer open to full extension Remove the lower basket 1 by lifting the basket from the rail system y 15 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO INSTALL THE FREEZER DRAWER With the drawer pulled out to full extension insert the lower basket 4 in the rail assembly Pull out each rail to full extension To replace with the drawer pulled out to full extension Grasp the drawer on each side and hook door insert the drawer in the rail assembly supports 1 into the rail tabs located on both sides Lower the door into its final position and tighten the screws 3 located on both sides AWARNING If the Durabase divider is removed there is enough open space for children or pets to crawl inside To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation risk DO NOT allow them to touch or go near the freezer drawer 44 WARNING DO NOT step or sit down on the freezer drawer 16 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT Door Alignment Leveling If the space between your doors is uneven follow the instructions below to align the doors After installing plug the refrigerator s power cord into a tlet h th fri tor into th a a A a 1 With one hand lift up the door that you would like to raise at the middle hinge Your refrigera
47. ontainers to clear the door and door correctly or pop open shelves Ice bin crisper cover pans shelves Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover pans door bins or baskets are out of shelves and baskets into their correct positions See the position Using Your Refrigerator section for more information open The doors were removed during Remove and replace the doors according to the product installation and not properly Removing and Replacing Refrigerator Handles and replaced Doors section Refrigerator is not leveled properly See Door Alignment in the Refrigeration Installation section to level refrigerator Doors are difficult to The gaskets are dirty or sticky Clean the gaskets and the surfaces that they touch open Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning Door was recently closed When you open the door warmer air enters the refrigerator As the warm air cools it can create a vacuum If the door is hard to open wait one minute to allow the air pressure to equalize then see if it opens more easily Refrigerator wobbles Leveling legs are not adjusted Refer to the Leveling and Door Alignment section or seems unstable properly Floor is not level It may be necessary to add shims under the leveling legs or rollers to complete installation Lights do not work LED interior lighting failure The refrigerator compartment lamp is LED interior lighting and service should
48. orming a mullion base for the left and right door gaskets to seal against Caution When Closing the Door A CAUTION To reduce the risk of scratching the door or breaking the door mullion please make sure that the refrigerator door mullion is always folded in Door Alarm J When power is connected to the refrigerator the door alarm is initially set to ON When you press the Door Alarm button the display will change to OFF and the Door Alarm function will deactivate When either the refrigerator or the freezer door is left open for more than 60 seconds the alarm tone will sound to let you know that the door is open When you close the door the door alarm will stop 19 Control Lock de e When power is initially connected to the refrigerator the Lock function is off e If you want to activate the Lock function to lock other buttons press and hold the Door Alarm button for three seconds or more The Lock icon will display and the Lock function is now enabled e When the Lock function is activated no other buttons will work The dispenser pad is also deactivated e To disable the Lock function press and hold the Door Alarm button for approximately three seconds Demo Mode For Store Use Only The Demo Mode disables all cooling in the refrigerator and freezer sections to conserve energy while on display in a retail store When activated OFF will display on the control panel
49. out adjustment NOTE Pantry drawer not shown for clarity 1 To remove the bin simply lift the bin up and pull straight out 2 To replace the bin slide it in above the desired support and push down until it snaps into place NOTE Some bins may vary in appearance and will only fit in one location S PANTRY DRAWER FREEZER SECTION This drawer can be used for large party trays deli items ICE BIN and beverages Do not use this drawer for vegetables or items that require high humidity 1 Pull the Freezer Drawer and the Pullout Drawer out as ae far ossible to remove the Extra Ice Bin Pull forward to open Lift slightly and pull out to remove ar as p 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 Close the Pullout Drawer and then the Freezer Drawer Pullout Drawer Extra Ice Bin DAIRY BIN 1 To remove the dairy bin simply lift it and pull straight out 2 To replace the dairy bin slide it above the desired location and push down until it stops A CAUTION Pinch hazard Keep hands and feet clear of the bottom of the freezer drawer when opening and closing 24 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR DURABASE REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT PULLOUT DRAWER 1 To remove the Durabase open the drawer to full 1 To remove pull the drawer out to full extension Lift extens
50. p to 24 hours for each compartment to reach the desired temperature Refrigerator was recently relocated If the refrigerator was stored for a long period of time or moved on its side it is necessary for the refrigerator to stand upright for 24 hours before connecting it to power Cooling System runs Refrigerator is replacing an older Modern refrigerators require more operating time but too much model use less energy due to more efficient technology Refrigerator was recently plugged in The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool or power restored completely Door opened often or a large amount Adding food and opening the door warms the of food hot food was added refrigerator requiring the compressor to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down In order to conserve energy try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once keep food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is removed Refer to the Food Storage Guide Doors are not closed completely Firmly push the doors shut If they will not shut all the way see the Doors will not close completely or pop open section in Parts amp Features Troubleshooting Refrigerator is installed in a hot The compressor will run longer under warm conditions location At normal room temperatures 70 F expect your compressor to run about 40 to 80 of the time Under warmer conditions expect it to run even more often Th
51. r removed use a Ya in Allen wrench 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 HOW TO REMOVE REPLACE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE NOTE Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page To remove loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the handle with a 1 8 in Allen wrench and remove the handle To replace place the handle on the door by fitting the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screw with a 1 8 in Allen wrench NOTE If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed use a 1 4 in Allen wrench 12 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS AWARNING 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 A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard e Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator before installing Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death Do not put hands feet or other objects into the air vents or bottom of the refrigerator You may be injured or receive an electrical shock To remove the left refrigerator door On the back of the refrigerator pull the water tube out of the collet fitting on the connec
52. rantee replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures occur within twelve months Product replacement if your covered product can t be fixed Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request no extra charge Fast help by phone we call it Rapid Resolution phone support from a Sears representative on all products Think of us as a talking owner s manual e Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations e 250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator or freezer Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised e 25 discount off the regular price of any non covered repair service and related installed parts Once you purchase the Agreement a simple phone call is all that it takes to schedule service You can call at any time day or night or schedule a service appointment online The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty period we will provide a full refund or a prorated refund anytime after the product warranty period expires Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today Some limitations and exclusions apply For prices and additional information in the U S A call 1 800 827 6655 Coverage in Canada varies on some items For full details call Sears C
53. scesessesees 25 Pullout Drawer ssssssssssrsssssssssssossosisissssssses ssessse 25 Water Filter siinsiincasica 26 29 Care And Cleaning oooooomooooo o 30 31 General Cleaning Tips ccooccconncnnonionos gt momo 30 Connecting the Water Line 32 34 Troubleshooting Guide 35 42 Kenmore Conne ct sccscssscssscssscsnscscceees 43 Service rra aaa Back Cover WARRANTY REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY Kenmore Elite Limited Warranty When this appliance is installed operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions the following warranty coverage applies To arrange for warranty service call 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 e For one year from the date of purchase free repair will be provided if any non consumable part of this appliance fails due to defective materials or workmanship This coverage applies for only 90 days from the purchase date if this product is ever used for other than private household purposes For five years from the date of purchase a defective sealed refrigerant system will be repaired free of charge This coverage applies for only one year from the date of purchase if this appliance is ever used for other than private household purposes For ten years from the date of purchase a defective compressor will be repaired free of charge This coverage applies for only two years from the date of purchase if this appliance is ever used for
54. section in Parts amp Features Troubleshooting Temperature control is not set If the temperature is too warm adjust the control one correctly increment at a time and wait for the temperature to stabilize Refer to the Setting the Controls section for more information Defrost cycle has recently completed During the defrost cycle the temperature of each compartment may raise slightly and condensation may form on the back wall Wait 30 minutes and confirm the proper temperature has been restored once the defrost cycle has completed Interior moisture Doors are opened often or for long When the doors are opened often or for long periods buildup periods of time of time warm humid air enters the compartment This raises the temperature and moisture level within the compartment To lessen the effect reduce the frequency and duration of door openings Doors not closed correctly See the Doors will not close correctly section in the Troubleshooting section Weather is humid Humid weather allows additional moisture to enter the compartments when the doors are opened leading to condensation or frost Maintaining a reasonable level of humidity in the home will help to control the amount of moisture that can enter the compartments Defrost cycle recently completed During the defrost cycle the temperature of each compartment may raise slightly and condensation may form on the back wall Wait 30 minutes and confirm that the proper temp
55. ted Select a place where a water supply can be easily connected for the automatic icemaker NOTE The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 psi on models without a water filter and between AO and 120 psi on models with a water filter 4 Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity consumption charges Allow at least 24 inches 61 cm in front of the refrigerator to open the doors and at least 2 inches 5 08 cm between the back of the refrigerator and the wall 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 HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE Mounting NOTE Handle appearance may vary from Fasteners illustrations on this page Loosen the set screws with a 3 32in Allen wrench and remove the handle Set Screw NOTE If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed use a Ya in Allen wrench Allen Wrench HOW TO REPLACE REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE NOTE Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws with a 3 32 in Allen wrench Mounting NOTE If the handle mounting fasteners Fasteners need to be tightened o
56. toff valve Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve Tighten the compression nut securely Saddle Type Shutoff Valve aa ANa Compression Nut Outlet Valve Ferrule sleeve NOTE Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to Saddle valves are illegal and their use is not permitted in Massachusetts Consult with your licensed plumber CONNECTING THE WATER LINE 10 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE Tubing Clamp 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 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR NOTE Before making the connection to the refrigerator be sure that the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet Remove the plastic flexible cap from the water valve Place the compression nut and ferrule sleeve onto the end of the tubing as shown Insert the end of the copper tubing into the connection as far as possible While holding the tubing tighten the fitting Ya in Tubing Ya in Compression Nut Ferrule sleeve Refrigerator Connection Tighten any connections that leak AACAUTION Check to see if leaks occur at the water line connections 11 PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR 34 Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against t
57. tor by pressing the fitting release ring see picture below CAUTION Before you begin remove food and bins from the doors 1 Open the door Remove the top hinge cover screw 1 Lift up the cover 2 2 Remove the cover 3 Pull out the tube 3 4 Disconnect all wire harnesses 4 5 Remove the grounding screw 5 6 Remove the three bolts 6 using a 10mm socket wrench Lift off the top hinge 7 A CAUTION When lifting the hinge be careful that the door does not fall forward 7 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door 8 Place the door inside facing up on a non scratching surface To remove the right refrigerator door 1 Open the door Remove the top hinge cover screw 1 Lift up the cover 2 2 Remove the cover 3 Remove the three bolts 3 using a 10mm socket wrench Lift off the top hinge 4 A CAUTION When lifting the hinge be careful that the door does not fall forward A Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door 5 Place the door inside facing up on a non scratching surface 13 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION Reinstalling the Refrigerator Door gt 1 2 ACAUTION Left Door Lower the door onto middle hinge pin 10 Line up the holes in the top hinge with the holes in the top of the refrigerator Insert and tighten the three Bolts 6 in the hinge Install the grounding screw 5
58. tor has two front leveling legs one on the right and one on the left Adjust the legs to alter the tilt 2 With your other hand use pliers to insert snap ring as from front to back or side to side If your refrigerator shown seems unsteady or you want the doors to close more 3 Insert additional snap rings until the doors are aligned easily adjust the refrigerator s tilt using the instructions Three snap rings are provided with the refrigerator in below the Use amp Care Guide packet NOTE Tools Required 16 wrench or flat blade screwdriver 1 Turn the leveling leg to the left to raise that side of the refrigerator or to the right to lower it It may take several turns of the leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator NOTE Having someone push backward against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off of the leveling legs This makes it easier to adjust the legs 2 Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close easily If the doors do not close easily tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling legs to the left It may take several more turns and you should turn both leveling legs the same amount NOTE Your refrigerator is uniquely designed with two fresh food doors Either door can be opened or closed independently of the other You may have to exert slight pressure on the doors to get them to close completely USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR SETT
59. water pressure must be between 20 and 120 psi on models without a water filter and between 40 and 120 psi on models with a water filter If the problem persists it may be necessary to contact a plumber Reverse Osmosis filtration system is Reverse osmosis filtration systems can reduce the used water pressure below the minimum amount and result in icemaker issues Refer to Water Pressure section Tubing connecting refrigerator to The tubing can kink when the refrigerator is moved house supply valve is kinked during installation or cleaning resulting in reduced water flow Straighten or repair the water supply line and arrange it to prevent future kinks TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ICE amp WATER MN Possible Causes Solutions S O Doors are opened often or for long Icemaker is not making enough ice continued Dispensing water slowly periods of time Doors are not closed completely The temperature setting for the freezer is too warm Water filter has been exhausted Reverse osmosis filtration system is used Low house water supply pressure 38 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 If the doors are not properly closed ice production will be affected See the Doors will not close completely or pop
60. y Parameters AWARNING To reduce the risk associated with ingestion of contaminants Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality Water Supply Potable Water 40 120 psi 138 827 kPa 33 F 100 F 0 6 C 38 C without adequate disinfection before and after of the system Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts EPA Establishment Number 10350 MN 005 It is essential that the manufacturer s recommended installation maintenance and water filter replacement requirements be carried out for the product to perform as advertised NOTE While the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions actual performance may vary ACAUTION To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage For estimated costs of replacement water filter please call 1 800 469 4663 or visit our website at www sears com partsdirect 3M is a trademark of 3M Company e Read and follow the Water Filter instructions before NSF is a trademark of NSF International A 3 nstallation and use of this system 2009 3M Company All rights reserved ee y Installation and use MUST comply with all state and local plumbing codes Do not install if water pressure exceeds 120 psi 827 kPa Contact a plumbing professional if you are uncertain of how to check your water pressure Do not install where water hammer conditions may

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