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Kenmore 27.6 cu. ft. French Door Refrigerator - Stainless Steel ENERGY STAR Owner's Manual

1. LU Adjustable Door Bin 21 Storage Features Continued Accessories varies by model Dairy Compartment Use the dairy compartment at the top of the fresh food compartment door for short term storage of cheese spreads or butter The dairy compartment is designed to be warmer than the open area and includes a lift up cover and a dairy divider select models Removing Upper Basket To reinstall upper basket position basket onto the retainer clips making sure the front of the basket rests in the retainer clips on the stabilizer bar Dairy Compartment NOTE If basket is not resting on stabilizer bar retainer clips the drawer will not close properly Freezer Features varies by model To Remove Lower Basket 1 Remove all items from basket 2 Remove the basket by tilting it forward and lifting it from the retainer clips Retainer Clips Two Freezer Baskets To Remove Upper Basket 1 Remove all items from basket 2 Remove basket by pulling baskets out to their full extension and lift out Retainer I Removing Lower Basket To reinstall lower basket insert basket into retainer clips 22 Storage Features Continued Dividers Lift up on the front of the divider and pull out Basket Divider To reposition the pivoting divider some models lift up and slide to desired location The pivotin
2. e Wrap fresh meats and poultry with suitable freezer wrap prior to freezing Do not refreeze meat that has completely thawed Loading the Freezer e Prior to grocery shopping activate quick freeze so that on your return you can ensure your newly purchased food designated for the freezer will be preserved as quickly as possible e Activating quick freeze also will help your freezer more efficiently maintain the selected temperature after placing new purchases with pre existing frozen foods e Avoid adding too much warm food to the freezer at one time This overloads the freezer slows the rate of freezing and can raise the temperature of frozen foods e Leave a space between packages so cold air can circulate freely allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible Ideas for Saving Energy Installation e Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room out of direct sunlight and away from heating ducts or registers Do not place the refrigerator next to heat producing appliances such as a range oven or dishwasher If this is not possible a section of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two appliances will help the refrigerator operate more efficiently Level the refrigerator so that the doors close tightly Temperature Settings e Refer to the Controls section for procedures on temperature settings Food Storage e Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator or
3. 9 5 mm Back 1 inch 25 4 mm NOTE If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge side against a wall you may have to allow additional space so the door can be opened wider Installation Door Opening NOTE The refrigerator doors are designed to shut by themselves within a 20 degree opening Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to a counter when removing food For best use of refrigerator drawers and freezer baskets the refrigerator should be in a position where both can be fully opened Leveling Freezer Door if necessary To level the freezer door 1 Check gasket seal around top bottom and sides of freezer door 2 If gasket is not sealed open door and slightly loosen four door screws two on each side to allow door to rotate Remove Do NOT 4 Remove 3 Close door and recheck the seal on the gasket Open door by grabbing in the center sides of the door Be careful not to rotate door when opening Push Grab Against _ Drawer Freezer at Center Drawer from Both gt Sides gt Pull Drawer Out A po B g 4 Tighten four drawer screws 5 Recheck gasket seal Level Refrigerator amp Adjust Doors if necessary Guidelines for final positioning of your refrigerator e All four corners of the cabinet must rest firmly on the floor The sides should tilt i
4. Remove the ice bin and shake to loosen the cubes or clean as explained above AN caution NEVER use an ice pick or similar sharp instrument to break up the ice This could damage the ice bin To loosen stuck ice use warm water Before replacing the ice bin make sure it is completely dry Storage Features AN caution To avoid personal injury or property damage handle tempered glass shelves carefully Shelves may break suddenly if nicked scratched or exposed to sudden temperature change Allow the glass shelves to stabilize to room temperature before cleaning Do not wash in dishwasher NOTE Features may vary according to model Your refrigerator includes Spill Proof glass shelves that are designed to catch and hold accidental spills You can easily adjust shelf positions in the fresh food compartments to suit your needs The shelves have mounting brackets that attach to slotted supports at the rear of each compartment To Change the Position of a Shelf 1 Remove all food from shelf 2 Lift the front edge up and pull the shelf out 3 Replace by inserting the mounting bracket hooks into the desired support slots 4 Lower the shelf and lock into position Shelf features Full Spill Proof Shelf Half Spill Proof Shelf Drawers Your refrigerator includes a variety of storage drawers These drawers are located in fixed positions at the b
5. The water supply line is Ensure that the supply line does not kinked kink when the refrigerator is pushed into place against the wall The water filter is not Remove and re install the water filter seated properly Be sure to push the filter firmly so that you hear it lock solidly into position The water filter may be If water dispenses slowly or not at clogged with foreign all or if the filter is six months old or material older it should be replaced Freezer ice maker wire Move any item or frozen ice cubes signal arm is being that may block the signal arm from held up by an item not being in the on or down position See allowing it to go in the Automatic Ice Maker Freezer section on or down position in manual Ice maker is Ice maker is producing The fresh food and freezer ice makers not making less ice than you will each produce approximately enough ice expect 2 5 pounds of ice every 24 hours depending on usage conditions The water filter may be If water dispenses slower than normal clogged with foreign or if the filter is six months old or material older it should be replaced The water supply line is Ensure that the supply line does not kinked kink when the refrigerator is pushed into place against the wall Saddle valve on cold Turn off household water line valve water pipe is clogged Remove valve Ensure that valve is not or restricted by foreign a self piercing saddle valve Clean material valve Replace valv
6. This makes Check first by measuring the entrance reinstallation easier To prepare for removing the doors 1 Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet 2 Open the freezer drawer and remove the toe grille see Installation section 3 Remove any food from the door shelves and close the doors To remove the top hinge covers 1 Remove the two screws from each cover over the top door hinges 2 Lift inside edge of hinge cover and 2 Disconnect the harriess by grasping both sides of the connector firmly HIDOGER depress the latch and pull apart Front Remove the two screws from the top Cover Screw 9 __ neal hinge Lift the door off of the bottom Top Hinge Screw hinge and set it aside Cover Hinge Screws Multi wire Cables g 3 Detach the water tube from the connector located behind the refrigerator and pull the tube back out to the front of the unit The connector releases when you press inward on the outer sleeve while pushing the tube toward the connector then while continuing to hold in the sleeve pull the tube away Front Screws Two Wire Cables NOTE Leave You will be pulling approximately five feet of Hinge water tube from the back of the refrigerator With Door NOTE DO NOT remove the ground screw from hinge Door Removal Instructions Continued A Unscrew the three lower hinge screws and hinge if necessary
7. To reinstall the right door reverse the above steps Lower Hinge Removal 2 Reinstall screws two per side fully finger tighten and close door Once both doors are in place ensure they Reinstall are aligned with each other and level Please and see the Installation section for more details tighten and replace the top hinge cover till z finger N ocom tight A CAUTION e ONO Do Be sure doors are set aside in a secure SoA position where they cannot fall and cause personal injury or damage to the doors or 3 Check gasket seal around top handles When reinserting the water tube bottom and sides of freezer door If and replacing the top hinge cover use gasket is not sealed rotate door until care to be sure you do not kink the tube the gasket is sealed g 4 Open door by grabbing in the center Removing Freezer Door sides of the door Be careful not to 1 Open freezer door rotate door when opening 2 Remove door screws on right and left Sudi Gao A u sides two screws on each side Against __ Doon Freezer at Center Remove p Door from Both F Sides Then Pull Door Out Door is heavy Use caution when lifting 3 Lift door up and out to remove Installing Freezer Door 1 With lower slides pulled out hang door onto slide brackets ensuring pins on each side are fully
8. blocking cold air vents Doing so causes the refrigerator to run longer and use more energy e Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator This cuts down on moisture build up inside the unit e Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings Remove as many items as needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible Do not place a hot container directly on a cold shelf Remember such an extreme temperature change may damage the glass 24 Normal Operating Sounds and Sights Understanding the Sounds You J Condenser May create minimal May Hear sounds from forced air M Motorized damper May produce a Your new high efficiency refrigerator light humming during operation may introduce unfamiliar sounds These sounds normally indicate your refrigerator is operating correctly Some surfaces on NOTE floors walls and kitchen cabinets may make these sounds more noticeable Energy efficient foam in your refrigerator is not a sound insulator The following is a list of major components in your refrigerator and the sounds they can cause NOTE A Evaporator Refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound During automatic defrost cycle a red glow in the back wall vents of your freezer compartment is normal B Evaporator fan You may hear air being forced through the refrigerator by the evaporator fan C Defrost heater During defrost cy
9. damaged it should be replaced by the manufacturer service technician or a qualified person Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord Unplug the unit before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock Performance may be affected if the voltage varies by 10 or more Operating the unit with insufficient power can damage the compressor Such damage is not covered under your warranty Do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent the unit from being turned off accidentally Avoid connecting unit to a Ground Fault Interrupter GFI circuit Grounding type wall receptacle Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong Power cord with 3 prong grounded plug Warranty Information KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against defects in material or workmanship when it is installed operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions WITH PROOF OF SALE a defective product will receive free repair or replacement at option of seller To arrange for warranty service call 1 800 4 MY HOME If this appliance is ever used for other than private family purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from sale date in the United States and is v
10. desired location before resuming normal use Rotate Door Stop Re tighten Set Screw Retighten Screw Installation Continued To level the doors using the adjustable lower hinge select models 1 Remove all food items from door bins on door being adjusted 2 Open doors to 90 degrees NOTE Adjustable hinge should only be used after doors have been leveled with rollers 3 Lift the door while adjusting the washer To raise the door rotate washer clockwise when viewed from the bottom To lower door rotate washer counterclockwise when viewed from the bottom Washer Raising Lowering Door To adjust the flipper mullion 1 3 Loosen the screw located on the flipper mullion hinge Flipper Mullion g Screw Flipper x K Mullion Hinge Adjusting Flipper Mullion Screw Adjust flipper mullion height For proper connection with the flipper mullion guide there should be a separation about the thickness of a coin 0 060 inches or 1 5 mm between the guide and flipper mullion os Mullion Guide Retighten screw Flipper Mullion Thickness of a Coin c Adjusting Flipper Mullion Height Door Removal Instructions Getting Through Narrow Spaces To remove the refrigerator doors If your refrigerator will not fit through an 1 Trace lightly around the door s top entrance area you can remove the doors hinges with a pencil
11. water 200 gallons 757 liters for Kenmorepure has flowed through the system If your refrigerator has not been used for a period of time during moving for example change the filter before reinstalling the refrigerator Ordering Replacement Filters To order your replacement filters please visit the dealer where you purchased your refrigerator Sears recommends that you order extra filters when you first install your refrigerator and that you replace your filters at least once every six months Here is the product number to request when ordering Kenmorepure Water Filter Part 046 9999 NOTE When ordering your replacement filter please reorder the same filter type that is currently in your refrigerator More about your Advanced Water Filter The Kenmorepure ice and water hea p filter system is tested and certified to NSF INSF ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts Test amp Certification Results e Rated Capacity 200 gallons 757 liters for Kenmorepure ice and water filter e Rated service flow 50 gallons per minute e Operating Temp Min 33 F Max 100 F Maximum Rated Pressure 100 pounds per square inch e Recommended Minimum Ope
12. Glance 7 Installation 8 11 Door Removal 12 13 Installing Door Handles 14 Connecting the Water Supply 15 16 Controls s ns 17 18 Automatic Ice Maker Freezer 19 Storage Features 20 23 Storing Food and Saving Energy 24 Normal Operating Sounds and Sights 25 Changing the Filter 26 Care amp Cleaning scssscssssceceseee 27 31 Before You Call 32 35 Important Safety Instructions Safety Precautions Do not attempt to install or operate your unit until you have read the safety precautions in this manual Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a Danger Warning or Caution based on the risk type Definitions AN this is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death A DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury A WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury AN caution CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate i
13. Use amp Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado Guide d utilisation et d entretien English Espa ol Fran ais Models Modelos Mode les 253 7041 7042 Kenmore French Door Bottom Freezer Congelador Inferior de Puerta Doble La Porte fen tre Cong lateur Inf rieur Color number n mero de color le num ro de couleur P N A01649901 1405 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www kenmore com www sears com Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2C3 www sears ca Record Model Serial Numbers Please Read and Save these Instructions This Use amp Care Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model Use your unit only as instructed in this Use amp Care Guide These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Please record your model and serial numbers below for future reference This information is found on the serial plate located inside the refrigerator compartment Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date IMPORTANT Use only soap and water to clean serial plate Table of Contents Record Model Serial Numbers 2 Important Safety Instructions 2 4 Warranty Information 5 Master Protection Agreements 000 6 Features at a
14. ase 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 Canada 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 Features at a Glance Features may vary according to model Flipper Guide LED Cluster Light Incandescent f Light LED Cluster Light Filter Water SpillProof Shelves b LED Cluster Light fn w T a D q 4 i Crisper i Drawer M A Deli l Drawer Adjustable i i Hinges Ice Maker Ice Bin 010 ood 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 Dai Compartment Air Filter SpillProof Shelves Flipper Mullion LED Cluster Light Crisper Drawer Door Bin Freezer Baskets Toe Grille Installation Door Removal Reversal Tools Necessary Phillips Head or 2 Square Drive Head Socket Wrench Set ED Adjustable Wrench A VS K 3 8 Fixed Wrench Components Provide
15. cles water dripping onto the defrost heater may cause a hissing or sizzling sound After defrosting a popping sound may occur D Automatic ice maker When ice has been produced you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin Ice maker fan water valve activation and refrigerant gas fluid may create sounds from its operation E Electronic control amp automatic defrost control These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the cooling system on and off F Condenser fan You may hear air being forced through the condenser G Compressor Modern high efficiency variable speed compressors run continuously The compressor may have a high pitched hum or pulsating sound H Water valve Makes a buzzing sound each time it opens to fill the ice maker Drain pan not removable You may hear water dripping into the drain pan during the defrost cycle 25 Changing the Filter Locating the Filters Your refrigerator is equipped with water filtering system The water filter system filters all dispensed drinking water as well as the water used to produce ice Water Filter The water filter is located at the top right side of the fresh food compartment Replacing the Water Filter In general you should change the water filter every six months to ensure the highest possible water quality Water Filter Status on the user interface prompts you to replace the filter after a standard amount of
16. d Top Hinge Cover Front Top Hinge Cover Rear Screw Screw Lower Hinge Screw This Use amp Care Guide provides general installation and operating instructions for your model We recommend using a service or kitchen contracting professional to install your refrigerator Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use amp Care Guide Before starting the refrigerator follow these important first steps Location Choose a place that is near a grounded non GFCl electrical outlet Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug If possible place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the range dishwasher or other heat sources e The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is level and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator e Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic ice maker AN caution Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature will drop below 55 F 13 C or rise above 110 F 43 C The compressor will not be able to maintain proper temperatures inside the refrigerator Do not block the toe grille on the lower front of your refrigerator Sufficient air circulation is essential for the proper operation of your refrigerator Installation Allow the following clearances for ease of installation proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections Sides amp Top inch
17. d up Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartments at least twice a year NOTE Do not use abrasive cleaners such as window sprays scouring cleansers flammable fluids cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts interior doors gaskets or cabinet liners Do not use paper towels scouring pads or other abrasive cleaning materials e Never use metallic scouring pads brushes abrasive cleaners or strong alkaline solutions on any surface e Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher e Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning NOTE If you set your temperature controls to turn off cooling power to lights and other electrical components will continue until you unplug the power cord from the wall outlet e Remove adhesive labels by hand Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface Do not remove the serial plate Removal of your serial plate voids your warranty Before moving your refrigerator raise the anti tip brackets so the rollers will work correctly This will prevent the floor from being damaged AN caution e Pull the refrigerator straight out to move it Shifting it from side to side may damage flooring Be careful not to move the refrigerator b
18. dition still occurs check for a Saddle Valve water valve not turned on all the way or kinked water supply line OPENING CLOSING OF DOORS DRAWERS Door s will not close Drawers are difficult to move Door was closed too hard causing other door to open slightly Refrigerator is not level It rocks on the floor when moved slightly Refrigerator is touching a wall or cabinet Food is touching shelf on top of drawer Track that drawers slide on is dirty 33 Close both doors gently Ensure floor is level and solid and can adequately support the refrigerator Contact a carpenter to correct a sagging or sloping floor Ensure floor is level and solid and can adequately support the refrigerator Contact a carpenter to correct a sagging or sloping floor Remove top layer of items in drawer Ensure drawer is properly installed on track Clean drawer rollers and track See Care amp Cleaning Before You Call continued CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR Compressor does not run Refrigerator runs too much or too long Freezer control is set to OF or 0 Refrigerator is in defrost cycle Plug at electrical outlet is disconnected House fuse blown or tripped circuit breaker Power outage Room or outside weather is hot Doors are opened too frequently or too long Fresh Food freezer door may be slightly open Freezer co
19. e ice maker pull the freezer drawer out Lift the wire signal arm to turn the ice maker OFF and lower the wire signal arm to turn it ON Ice maker tips e If your refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the water supply is turned off turn off the ice maker by lifting wire signal arm The following sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating Motor running Ice dropping into ice bin Water valve opening or closing Running water e Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor Empty the ice bin as explained below Quick Ice Function Your refrigerator is equipped with a Quick Ice Function that increases ice production This function terminates automatically AN caution If the water supply to your refrigerator is softened be sure the softener is properly maintained Chemicals from a water softener can damage the ice maker Cleaning the Ice Maker Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular intervals especially prior to vacation or moving 1 Turn off the ice maker 2 Remove the ice bin 3 Empty and carefully clean the ice bin with mild detergent Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners Rinse with clean water 4 Allow the ice bin to dry completely before replacing in the freezer 5 Replace the ice bin Turn the ice maker on Remove and empty the ice bin if An extended power failure one hour or longer causes ice cubes in the ice bin to melt and freeze together
20. e if necessary Heavy traffic opening Press Fast Freeze to temporarily or closing of the doors increase ice production rate excessively Freezer control is set Set freezer control to colder setting too warm freezer ice to improve performance of the ice maker maker freezer ice maker Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize 32 Before You Call continued CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER continued Freezer ice e Ice maker wire e Move any item or frozen ice cubes maker will not stop making ice select models Ice cubes are freezing together signal arm is being held down by some package in the freezer that has fallen against the ice maker Ice cubes are not being used frequently enough or interruption of power for prolonged time Ice cubes are hollow shells of ice with water inside The hollow cubes break open in the bin and leak their water onto existing ice which causes it to freeze together that may block the signal arm from being in the off or upward position See Automatic Ice Maker Freezer section in manual Remove ice container and discard ice The ice maker will produce fresh supply Ice should be used at least twice weekly to keep the cubes separated This generally occurs when the ice maker does not get enough water This is usually the result of a clogged water filter or restricted water supply Replace the water filter and if the con
21. eyond the plumbing connections e Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces Do not touch refrigerated surfaces with wet or damp hands IMPORTANT If you store or move your refrigerator in freezing temperatures be sure to completely drain the water supply system Failure to do so could result in water leaks when the refrigerator is put back into service Contact a service representative to perform this operation Refer to the guide on the next page for details on caring and cleaning specific areas of your refrigerator 27 Care amp Cleaning continued Care and Cleaning Tips Part Interior amp Door Liners Door Gaskets Drawers amp Bins Glass Shelves Toe Grille Exterior amp Handles Exterior amp Handles Stainless Steel Models Only Cleaning Agents Soap and water e Baking soda and water Soap and water Soap and water Soap and water e Glass cleaner e Mild liquid sprays Soap and water e Mild liquid sprays e Vacuum e Soap and water e Non abrasive glass cleaner Soap and water Stainless steel cleaners Tips and Precautions Use two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart of warm water Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls light bulb or any electrical part e Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners and tracks Do not wash any removable items b
22. g divider is not designed to be removed Lower Basket Divider Lower Basket Pivoting Divider some models NOTE Spill Guard Tray should be hand washed in warm water 23 Storing Food and Saving Energy Ideas for Storing Foods Fresh Food Storage Keep the fresh food compartment between 34 F and 40 F with an optimum temperature of 37 F e Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves which reduces air circulation and causes uneven cooling Fruits and Vegetables e Store fruits and vegetables in crisper drawers where trapped moisture helps preserve food quality for longer time periods e Wash items and remove excess water e Wrap any items that have strong odors or high moisture content Meat e Wrap raw meat and poultry separately and securely to prevent leaks and contamination of other foods or surfaces Use the deli drawer to store meat poultry for short term storage Any meat to be kept longer than two days should be frozen Frozen Food Storage Keep the freezer compartment at O F or lower A freezer operates most efficiently when it is at least 74 full Packaging Foods for Freezing To minimize food dehydration and quality deterioration use aluminum foil freezer wrap freezer bags or airtight containers Force as much air out of the packages as possible and seal them tightly Trapped air can cause food to dry out change color and develop an off flavor freezer burn
23. he high temp alarm may also be illuminated until a safe operating range temperature has been reached Sabbath Mode The Sabbath Mode is a feature that disables portions of the refrigerator and its controls in accordance with observance of the weekly Sabbath and religious holidays within the Orthodox Jewish community Sabbath Mode is turned ON and OFF by pressing and holding both the freezer v and refrigerator A indicators for five seconds The display shows Sb while in Sabbath mode In the Sabbath Mode the High Temp alarm is active for health reasons If a high temperature alarm is activated during this time for example due to a door left ajar the alarm will sound intermittently for about 10 minutes The alarm will then silence on its own and a red high temperature icon will display The high temp icon will continue to display even if the door is closed until the Sabbath mode is exited and the icon reset The refrigerator will function normally once the door is closed without any violation of the Sabbath Holidays For further assistance guidelines for proper usage and a complete list of models with the Sabbath feature please visit the web at hitp www star k org NOTE While in Sabbath Mode neither the lights nor the control panel will work until Sabbath Mode is deactivated Refrigerator stays in Sabbath Mode after power failure recovery It must be deactivated with the buttons on
24. ine Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go 1 4 inch 6 4 mm Slide ferrule sleeve into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut onto valve Tighten another half turn with a wrench DO NOT overtighten See Figure 1 If you use stainless steel tubing The nut and ferrule are already assembled on the tubing Slide compression nut onto valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut onto valve Tighten another half turn with a wrench DO NOT overtighten See Figure 2 Connecting the Water Supply 5 With steel clamp and screw secure water supply line copper tubing only to rear panel of refrigerator as shown Coil excess water supply line copper tubing only about 21 2 turns behind refrigerator as shown and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that leak Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source Plastic Water Tubing Steel to Ice Maker CA Clamp Brass Compression Nut Ferrule Sleeve Copper water line Plastic Water Tubing to Ice Maker Fill Tube Stainless Steel water Line Valve Inlet Water Valve 6 ft Stainless Steel water line from household water supply Figure 2 Water Valve Bracket Valve Inlet Water Valve Copper water line from household water supply Include enough tubing in loop to allow moving refrigerator o
25. ins drawers etc in dishwasher Allow glass to warm to room temperature before immersing in warm water Remove toe grille see Installation Instructions e Vacuum both sides and wipe with sudsy cloth or sponge Rinse and dry e Do not use commercial household cleaners containing ammonia bleach or alcohol to clean handles e Use a soft cloth to clean smooth handles e Do not use a dry cloth to clean smooth doors e Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel e Clean stainless steel front and handles with non abrasive soapy water and a dishcloth Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth Use a non abrasive stainless steel cleaner These cleaners can be purchased at most home improvement or major department stores Always follow manufacturer s instruction Do not use household cleaners containing ammonia or bleach e NOTE Always clean wipe and dry with grain to prevent scratching e Wash the rest of the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth 28 Care amp Cleaning continued Vacation and Moving Tips Occasion Short Vacations Long Vacations Moving Tips Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of three weeks or less Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket even if you will only be gone a few days Remove all food and ice if you wil
26. inserted into 6 Recheck gasket seal slots on each side 7 Install the toe grille by fitting into place 13 Installing Door Handles Door Handle Mounting Instructions AN caution Wear gloves and safety goggles Use extreme CAUTION when installing these handles The rounded end of the handles may be sharp 1 Remove handles from carton and any other protective packaging 2 Position fresh food handle end over upper and lower pre installed shoulder bolts A that are fastened into the doors ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing towards the opposite door 3 While holding handle firmly against door fasten upper and lower Allen set screws B with supplied Allen wrench 4 Repeat steps two and three to install opposite handle Ensure the holes for the set screws are facing towards the first door 5 Position freezer handle end over left and right pre installed handle mounts that are fastened to the door ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing down 6 While holding handle firmly against door loosely tighten far right Allen set screw B with supplied Allen wrench until there is no gap between handle and door 7 Still holding the handle firmly to the door firmly tighten far left Allen set screw B with supplied Allen wrench 8 Return to the far right Allen set screw B and firmly tighten with supplied Allen wrench NOTE All set screws should be tightened
27. ired setting The temperature display will begin to blink with the first touch The display will time out after 10 seconds and return to the basic display Controls Continued Alarms Door Ajar If the door has been left open for an extended period of time an alarm will sound and the door ajar indicator will display on the bottom display of the control panel The alarm is turned off by closing the door The mute sounds key will blink to prompt the reset of any active alarms Press this key to reset any system alarms High Temp In the event of a high tem perature condition the temperature display will blink and display HI After 20 minutes the alarm will sound and the high temp indicator will be red on the bottom of the control panel The mute sounds icon will illuminate until pressed acknowledging the alarm at which time the highest temperature reached will be displayed and the re frigerator will resume normal operation In case the high temp alarm is not acknowl edged at the first alarm sound time out when the door is first opened the alarm sound will be repeated Power Fail In the event of a power failure the power fail alert will be displayed and the temperature display will blink until the mute sounds icon is pressed acknowledg ing the alarm Other modes may be turned off until the alarm is acknowledged The power fail alert is turned off and the refrigerator will re sume normal operation T
28. l be gone one month or more Turn the cooling system off see Controls section for location of On Off button and disconnect power cord Turn water supply valve to closed position Clean interior thoroughly Leave both doors open to prevent odors and mold build up Block doors open if necessary Remove all food and ice If using a handcart load from the side Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface 29 Care amp Cleaning continued Replacing LED Lights select NOTE models LED lights are in series so if one is bad The fresh food compartments of your or unplugged several lights may not refrigerator may have LED lights Always light up use Frigidaire parts for replacement To Replace LED Lights Ordering Replacement LED Lights 1 Unplug your refrigerator s power Order new LEDs through the dealer where cord you bought the refrigerator 2 Remove light cover by pushing up and out 3 Hold the LED cover with one hand and pull the connector with the other hand while pressing the connector latch A Replace LED light and snap in place assuring the light is facing in toward the unit inside fresh food Lens Removal LED Light Board Removal 30 Care amp Cleaning continued Replacing Light Bulbs select models Light Sockets Located Behind Glass Shelves Both the freezer and fresh fo
29. nch 6 mm from front to back to ensure that doors close and seal properly e Doors should align with each other and be level Most of these conditions can be met by raising or lowering the adjustable front rollers To level the cabinet using the front rollers 1 Slightly open freezer drawer Lift the toe grille and gently pull forward see illustration 2 You can raise or lower each door Use a inch socket wrench to turn the adjustment screws one per side Toe Grille Must Fit in Slot on JAnti tip Bracketl To raise turn adjustment screw clockwise To lower turn adjustment screw counterclockwise 3 Ensure both doors are bind free with their seals touching the cabinet on all four sides and that cabinet is stable Installation Continued A After unit is leveled lower anti tip leg until it contacts the floor 5 Install the toe grille by fitting into place To adjust the door stop Door stop is adjustable between 85 to 145 degrees NOTE View shown is looking up at the bottom of the refrigerator door Adjustable Door Stop 1 Open door to provide access to screw 2 Loosen screw 3 Adjust door to desired location Door to Desired Location Adjusting Door 4 Rotate door stop until it makes contact with the lower hinge 5 Retighten screw 6 Ensure door stops in
30. njury IMPORTANT Indicates installation operation or maintenance information which is important but not hazard related For Your Safety A WARNING Please read all safety instructions before using your new appliance Important Safety Instructions Continued Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Read product labels for warnings regarding flammability and other hazards Do not operate the unit in the presence of explosive fumes e Remove and discard any spacers used to secure the shelves during shipping Small objects are a choke hazard to children Remove all staples from the carton Staples can cause severe cuts and also destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture Child Safety Destroy or recycle the carton plastic bags and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the unit is unpacked Children should NEVER use these items to play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation Proper Disposal of Your Appliance Risk of Child Entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your appliance please follow the instructions below to help pre
31. ntrol is set too cold Fresh Food freezer gasket is dirty worn cracked or poorly fitted Condenser is dirty DIGITAL TEMPERATURE DISPLAY Digital temperature displays are flashing e Electronic control system has detected a performance problem 34 Set freezer control This is normal for a fully automatic defrost refrigerator The defrost cycle occurs periodically lasting about 30 minutes Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet Check replace fuse with a 15 amp time delay fuse Reset circuit breaker Check house lights Call local electric company It s normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these conditions Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more Open doors less often Ensure refrigerator is level Keep food and contains from blocking door See CONCERN column OPENING CLOSING OF DOORS DRAWERS Set Fresh Food control to warmer setting until refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize Clean or change gasket Leaks in door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures e Clean condenser See Care amp Cleaning e Call your Frigidaire service representative who can interpret any messages or number codes flashing on the digital displays Before You Call continued CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION WATER MOISTURE FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR Moisture e Wea
32. od compartments of your refrigerator include incandescent light bulbs that will need replacing from time to time Some lights have covers that need to be removed before replacing the bulbs Always use bulbs that are designed for appliance lighting AN caution ree Refigerator Light Wear gloves when replacing incandescent Light Cover Bulb light bulbs to avoid getting cut Refrigerator Light To Replace Light Bulbs 1 Unplug your refrigerator s power cord Light Socket Located in Upper Wear protective gloves R E Freezer Section 2 3 Remove light cover if necessary 4 Unscrew and replace old bulb with an appliance bulb of the same type and wattage normally 40 watts on Replace light cover if necessary 6 Plug in the refrigerator s power cord Ordering Replacement LED Lights Order new LEDs through the dealer where you bought the refrigerator Rear Deli Pan Light Cover Back Wall Lights 31 Before You Call CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER Ice maker is e Ice maker is turned off Turn on ice maker For the fresh food not making ice maker press and hold the Ice any ice Off button for three seconds until the indicator light is off For the freezer ice maker lower the wire signal arm Refrigerator is not Connect the unit to the household connected to water water supply and ensure the water line or water valve is valve is open not open
33. oid in Canada This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship and will NOT pay for 1 Expendable items that can wear out from normal use including but not limited to filters belts bags and screw in base light bulbs 2 A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation operation or maintenance 3 A service technician to clean or maintain this product 4 Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product 5 Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident abuse misuse or use for other than its intended purpose 6 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 or limi
34. ore 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 guarantee replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures occur within twelve months e Product replacement if your covered product can t be fixed e 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 e 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 for you to schedule service You can call anytime 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 Purch
35. ottom of the fresh food compartment Crispers Crisper drawers are designed for storing fruits vegetables and other fresh produce Opening Crisper Drawer Crisper Humidity Control Crisper drawers include a sliding control for adjusting the humidity inside the crisper Leafy vegetables keep best when stored with the Humidity Control set on Higher Humidity Fresh fruits keep best when stored with the Humidity Control set on Lower Humidity 20 Storage Features continued Doors IOP Obs Storage Bins MANS araca Boe Sa Ske ire lo The doors to your fresh food compartment use a system of modular storage bins All of i these bins are removable for easy cleaning Some of them have fixed positions while Higher Lower Humidity Humidity others can be adjusted to your needs Door bins are ideal for storing jars bottles cans and large drink containers They also enable quick selection of frequently used items Adjusting Crisper Humidity To Remove the Crisper Drawer for Cleaning Te change tie pection of aaadjustabile 1 Pull the drawer out until it stops door bin 2 Lift the front slightly and remove the i R aili od from door bin grawer 2 Grip the bin firmly with both hands and lift it upward 3 Remove the bin 4 Place the bin just above desired position 5 Lower the bin onto supports until locked in place Removing Crisper Drawer Deli Drawer Ideal for storage of deli meats and cheese
36. rating Pressure 30 pounds per square inch To Replace your Kenmorepure Water Filter It is not necessary to turn the water supply off to change the filter Be ready to wipe up any small amounts of water released during the filter replacement 1 Turn Off the ice maker power switch 2 Remove the filter by pushing on the end face of the filter 3 Slide the old water filter cartridge straight out of the housing and discard it 4 Unpackage the new filter cartridge Using the alignment guide slide it gently into the filter housing until it stops against the snap in connector at the back of the housing 5 Push firmly until the cartridge snaps into place you should hear a click as the cartridge engages the snap in connector 6 Press a drinking glass against the water dispenser while checking for any leaks at the filter housing Any spurts and sputters that occur as the system purges air out of the dispenser system are normal 7 After filling one glass of water continue flushing the system for about four minutes 8 Turn On the ice maker 9 Press and hold the Water Filter button on the Ice amp Water Dispenser control panel for three seconds When the display changes from Red to Green the status has been reset the reduction of claims specified on the performance data sheet 26 Care amp Cleaning Protecting Your Investment Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains its appearance and prevents odor buil
37. so that the screw is below the surface of the handle The handles should be drawn tight to freezer and refrigerator doors with no gaps Opening the opposite door while tightening the Allen screw makes installation easier The door handle may loosen over time If this happens tighten the set screws on the handles Mounting Refrigerator Handles Mounting Freezer Handles BIC Connecting the Water Supply A WARNING To avoid electric shock which can cause death or severe personal injury disconnect the refrigerator from electrical power before connecting a water supply line to the refrigerator AN caution To Avoid Property Damage e Copper or Stainless Steel braided tubing is recommended for the water supply line Water supply tubing made of 1 4 inch plastic is not recommended to be used Plastic tubing greatly increases the potential for water leaks and the manufacturer will not be responsible for any damage if plastic tubing is used for the supply line DO NOT install water supply tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing e Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the ice maker If the ice maker is connected to soft water ensure that the softener is maintained and working properly ice maker inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water pipe Then add approximately 7 feet 2 1 meters so the refrigerator can be moved o
38. tation 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 In home repair service is not available in all Canadian geographical areas nor will this warranty cover user or servicer travel and transportation expenses if this product is located in a remote area as defined by Sears Canada Inc where an authorized servicer is not available Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2C3 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 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 Expert service by a force of m
39. the control panel NOTE Although you have entered the Sabbath Mode the ice maker will complete the cycle it had already initiated The ice cube compartment will remain cold and new ice cubes can be made with standard trays 18 Automatic Ice Maker Freezer Operation amp Care of the Freezer Ice Maker After the refrigerator is installed properly the ice maker can produce ice within 24 hours It can completely fill the ice bin in about three days When using the ice maker for the first time and in order for the ice maker to work properly it is necessary to clear air from water filter tubing Once ice maker begins making ice allow the bucket to fill completely then discard the first TWO FULL buckets of ice It will take at least two days to completely fill the bucket on regular ice making mode or 112 days on fast ice mode The ice maker produces approximately four pounds of ice every 24 hours depending on usage conditions IMPORTANT Your ice maker is turned on at the factory so it can work as soon as you install your refrigerator If you cannot connect a water supply lift the ice maker s wire signal arm to turn it off Otherwise the ice maker s fill valve may make a loud chattering noise when it attempts to operate without water Turning the Ice Maker On and Off Ice production is controlled by lifting lowering the ice maker s wire signal arm To 1 gain access to th
40. ther is hot and The rate of frost buildup and internal collects on humid sweating increases inside of Door is slightly open See CONCERN column OPENING et asad CLOSING OF DOORS DRAWERS wallis Water collects Vegetables contain It is not unusual to have moisture on on bottom and give off moisture the bottom side of the cover side of Move humidity control some models drawer cover to lower setting Water collects Washed vegetables Dry items before putting them in the in bottom of and fruit drain while in drawer Water collecting in bottom of drawer the drawer drawer is normal WATER MOISTURE FROST OUTSIDE REFRIGERATOR Moisture e Weather is humid e This is normal in humid weather collects on When humidity is lower the moisture outside of should disappear refrigerator e Door is slightly open See CONCERN column OPENING or between causing cold air from CLOSING OF DOORS DRAWERS doors inside refrigerator to meet warm air from outside 35
41. ut for cleaning Figure 1 IMPORTANT After connecting the water supply refer to How to Prime the Water Supply System for important information about priming an empty water supply system Your refrigerator s water supply system includes several tubing lines a water filter a water valve and a water tank To ensure that your water dispenser works properly this system must be completely filled with water when your refrigerator is first connected to the household water supply line Controls refrigerator temp IVE a VIANA freezer temp 1Q Touch A red indicator light will be illuminated above most active features Touch the icon to activate the options below quick ice Increases the production of ice water filter Press and hold for three seconds to reset after filter change C F Touch to toggle display from Fahrenheit to Celsius default settings Resets all refrigerator settings such as temp temp display and tones to their factory default settings Power on off Press and hold for three seconds to turn off the cooling system to clean the refrigerator It also turns off the ice maker The temperature displays will read OFF IMPORTANT Pressing the power on off icon does not turn off power to your refrigerator You must unplug the power cord from the wall outlet Setting Cooling Temperatures Press the A or v indicator to adjust the temperature to the des
42. ut for cleaning as shown A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system DO NOT use a self piercing type shutoff valve Do not reuse compression fitting or use thread seal tape e A compression nut and ferrule sleeve for connecting a copper water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve NOTE Check with your local building authority for recommendations on water lines and associated materials prior to installing your new refrigerator To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve 1 2 IMPORTANT Ensure that your water supply line connections comply with all local plumbing codes Before Installing The Water Supply Line You Will Need e Basic Tools adjustable wrench flat blade screwdriver and Phillips screwdriver e Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 100 psi A water supply line made of 1 4 inch 6 4 mm OD copper or stainless steel tubing To determine the length of tubing needed measure the distance from the 15 Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket Turn ON water supply and flush supply line until water is clear Turn OFF water supply at shutoff valve Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap If you use copper tubing Slide brass compression nut then ferrule sleeve onto water supply l
43. vent accidents Before You Throw Away Your Old Unit e Remove doors Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside IMPORTANT CFC HCFC Disposal Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFCs or HCFCs chlorofluorocarbons or hydrochlorofluorocarbons CFCs and HCFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone if released to the atmosphere Other refrigerants may also cause harm to the environment if released to the atmosphere If you are throwing away your old refrigerator make sure the refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified technician If you intentionally release refrigerant you may be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation A WARNING These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in this unit will operate properly Important Safety Instructions Continued Electrical Information e The appliance must be plugged into its own dedicated 115 Volt 60 Hz AC only electric outlet The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock hazards It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle The receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances Consult a qualified electrician Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug If the power cord is

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