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Kenmore 795.7130-K Refrigerator User Manual

1. HUMIDITY SETTING HUMIDITY SETTING FRUITS VEGETABLES VEGETABLE FRUIT FRUIT VEGETABIE To remove the crisper 1 Slide crisper straight out to the stop 2 Lift the front of the crisper then pull it out to remove 3 Replace the crisper by sliding it back in fully past the drawer stop A LA I WARNING Be careful when handling the glass cover since the glass is not attached to the cover 19 To remove the glass 1 Lift up the glass after inserting a screwdriver under the crisper cover 2 Pull glass cover up and out To remove the crisper cover support NOTE Remove glass before removing the crisper cover support While holding the crisper cover support with both hands as shown in the image below Pull forward and slightly lift the front part OPTIBIN CRISPERS on some models The OptiBin Crispers provide fresher tasting fruit and vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the crisper The OptiBin Crispers include 1 a humidity control knob at the front of the crisper cover and 2 a large lattice on the inner surface of the cover to hold A or release moisture To remove the glass 1 Lift up the glass after inserting a screwdriver under the crisper cover 2 Pull up and out USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR To remove the crisper To replace
2. A WARNING Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors such as gasoline away from refrigerator Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire INSTALLATION 1 To avoid vibration the unit must be level If it is required adjust the leveling screws to compensate for unevenness of the floor The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing Leveling screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly Turn the leveling screws clockwise M5 to raise the unit counterclockwise ll to lower it 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 affected 3 Keep the refrigerator at a proper distance from adjacent items and surfaces Too small a distance may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity charge consumption 5 08 cm 2 z a 5 08 cm 5 08 cm FX CAUTION Avoid placing the unit near heat sources direct sunlight or moisture NEXT 1 Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust 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 Let your refrigerator run for 2 or 3 hours before store food in it Check
3. In humid weather air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened A self defrost cycle was completed It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the refrigerator self defrosts 32 Get it fixed at your home or ours Your Home For expert troubleshooting and home solutions advice manage MM home www managemyhome com For repair in your home 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 HOM E Call anytime day or night For repair of carry in items like vacuums lawn equipment and electronics call anytime for the location of the nearest Sears Parts amp Repair Service Center 1 800 488 1222 U S A 1 800 469 4663 Canada www sears com WWw sears ca Gaeren imanes To purchase a protection agreement on a product serviced by Sears 1 800 827 6655 U S A 1 800 361 6665 Canada a domicilio y para ordenar piezas 1 800 LE FOYER 1 888 SU HOGAR 1 800 533 6937 1 888 784 6427 www sears ca O Sears Brands LLC Registered Trademark Trademark Service Mark of Sears Brands LLC Marca Registrada Marca de F brica M Marca de Serv
4. accordance with local plumbing code requirements NOTE Wear eye protection Ifa reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply This water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer Follow next instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage Ifa 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 or 0 27 MPa to 0 41MPa 2 8 kg ficm 4 2 kg f cm less than 2 3 seconds to fill a cup of 7 oz capacity 0 2 liters If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is less than 21 PSI or 0 14 MPa 1 5 kg f cm more than 4 seconds to fill a cup of 7 oz capacity 0 2 liters e Check to see whether 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 about water pressure from reverse osmosis remains call a licensed qualified plumber 26 Copper Tubing 1 4 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 ex
5. an extension cord However if you still elect to use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed in the United States 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 cleaning or removing a light bulb turn the control Thermostat Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control depending on the model to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source When you are finished reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control thermostat refrigerator control or freezer control depending on the model to the desired setting PARTS AND FEATURES A SS SSS SSS 71 7 G aL gt q SS y 1 3 i 0 0 0 E 1 i 1 i 0 i D i i 7 o Bl 7 mS Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features 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 Digital Sensor Control Dairy Corner Refrigerator Light O Modular Door Bins Shelves O Bottle Guide O Eog Box Freezer Light e Optibin Crispers O Glide Out Drawer Basket Keeps frui
6. close properly cover outward to remove lattice 20 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR DAIRY BIN DURABASE on some models 1 To remove the dairy bin simply lift it and pull straight 1 To remove the Durabase push it back to the end as out much as possible Tilt up the front of the Durabase and 2 To replace the dairy bin slide it in above the desired pull straight out location and push down until it stops 2 To install insert the Durabase in rail assembly and gently push back into position EGG BOX Some models Store the Egg Box on interior shelf not on door shelf FX CAUTION Do not use the egg box as an ice storage bin in the freezer compartment The egg box can easily break if it freezes FREEZER SECTION ICE BIN on some models 1 To separate the ice bin pull out the drawer as much as possible 2 Gently lift and pull out the ice bin 3 To reinstall pull out the drawer as much as possible and set the ice bin in its correct position and then push in the drawer ICE BIN 21 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR DURABASE DIVIDER on some models 2 To Install pull both rails out to full extension Hook the basket supports into the rail tabs and push to The Durabase divider allows you to organize the durabase the back of compartment area into sections FN WARNING There is enough open space in it for children to climb inside FX WARNING To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation
7. ice production See the Setting The freezer temperature is cold enough to produce ice the Controls Section Door left open Check to see if something is holding the door open CUBES PRODUCED BY ICEMAKER ARE TOO SMALL Check if Then Water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to water aio dea line may be clogged all a plumber to clear the valve THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN Check if Then Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch Rub a thin The gaskets are dirty or sticky coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning When you open the door warmer air enters the refrigerator The door is reopened within a short time after having As the warm air cools it can create a vacuum If the door is been opened hard to open wait 5 minutes to allow the air pressure to equalize then see if it opens more easily 31 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER DOES NOT WORK Check if Then icemaker power switch in the O off position Move the switch to the I on position Water supply turned off or not connected See the Connecting the Water Line Section Freezer compartment too warm Wait 24 hours for the freezer to reach its ideal temperature Piled up cubes in the storage bin cause the icemaker Level cubes by hand to shut off TEMPERATURE IS TOO WARM OR THERE IS INTERIOR MOISTURE BUILD UP Check if Then The air vents are blocked Cold air circulates Locate air
8. lattice on inner surface 1 Slide crisper straight out to the stop 1 For each lattice insert middle tab in 1 closed to glass 2 Lift the front of the crisper then pull it out to remove cover and pull sides of the cover to insert lattice 3 Replace the crisper by sliding it back in fully past the drawer stop CRISPER COVER WITH LATTICE ON INNER SURFACE on some models To remove the crisper cover MODULAR DOOR BINS 1 Remove both crisper drawers The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and 2 While holding the crisper cover support 2 pull the adjusting cover up and out 1 5 1 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 button and push down until it stops FX WARNING Injury could occur if door bins are not firmly assembled MEAR ESA NOTE DO NOT adjust a bin that is loaded with food EX CAUTION DO NOT allow children to play with the baskets Sharp corners on baskets could cause injury FX WARNING Be careful when handing the glass cover since the glass is not attached to the cover To remove the lattice on inner surface 1 Remove crisper cover as illustrated above p NOTE Do not change the location of the lower bin 2 Hold the glass cover and overturn the crisper cover e E in the upper doors with the others or the doors will 3 For each lattice hold the lattice and pull sides of the not
9. that shelves are level from one side to the other Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or the spilling food Sliding Out Shelves optional on some models You can slide some glass shelves in and out of your refrigerator as follows e To slide the shelf out carefully pull front of shelf toward you To slide shelf in push shelf in until it stops To remove a sliding shelf from its metal frame 1 Pull the shelf out to the stop position 2 Tilt the front of the shelf up and pull it past the stop position 3 Lift up the shelf to remove Replace the shelf by reversing the above steps Convenience Shelves optional on some models e Folding Shelf You can store taller items such as gallon containers or bottles by simply sliding the shelf back USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR PANTRY on some models Adjust the control to desired temperature by moving from COLD to COLDER Pull forward to open Lift slightly and pull it out to remove coi TEMP CONTROL COLDER CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL on some models You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture sealed crispers Adjust the control to any setting between FRUIT and VEGETABLE FRUIT Lets moist air out from crisper for best storage of fruits VEGETABLE Keeps moist air in crisper for best storage of fresh leafy vegetables
10. vents by using your hand to sense airflow and from the freezer to the fresh food section and move all packages that block vents and restrict airflow Refer back again through air vents in the wall dividing to Multi Flow Section for the location of the two sections air vents The doors are opened often When the door is opened warm humid air is allowed into the refrigerator The more the door is opened the faster the humidity builds up and the more warm air the refrigerator must cool In order to keep the refrigerator cool 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 The control is not set correctly for the surrounding Refer to the Setting the Controls Section conditions Wait 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize or even out If the temperature is too cold or too warm move the dial one number at a time A large amount of food has just been added Adding food warms the refrigerator It can take a few hours to the refrigerator or freezer for the refrigerator to return to normal temperature The food is not packaged correctly Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to storing in the refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation If necessary repackage food according to the guidelines in the Food Storage Guide Section The doors are not closing completely See Doors will not close completely The weather is humid
11. 7 F or 0 C to 8 C The lower the number setting the colder the refrigerator compartment will become Freezer control 6 F to 8 F or 21 C to 13 C When the setting is at a lower number the freezer compartment becomes colder ADT A e Ultra Ice Press the Ultra Ice key and the LED will turn on This function will remain activated for 24 hours and intensify the cooling speed of the freezer and increase the amount of ice produced AICE C Do not block any of the cool air vents with food packages ed If the vents are blocked airflow will be restricted and temperature and moisture problems may occur gt ae NOTE To change from F to C press and hold IMPORTANT Because air circulates between both sections COLDER key of the freezer control and COLDER key of Any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other the refrigerator control for more than 1 second at the You must thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate same time odors To prevent odor transfer and drying out of food wrap or cover foods tightly See the Food Storage Guide section for details 15 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR gt Identify your control type Refrigerator control position 1 to 7 32 F to 47 F or 0 C to 8 C The higher the number setting the colder the refrigerator compartment will become e
12. Freezer control position 1 to 7 6 F to 8 F or 21 C to 13 C When the setting is at a higher number the freezer compartment becomes colder Ultra Ice Press the Ultra Ice key and the LED will turn on This function will remain activated for 24 hours and intensify the cooling speed of the freezer and increase the amount of ice produced ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator The mid settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance refrigerator and freezer sections The Colder the number 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 If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer start by adjusting the refrigerator first Wait 24 hours after the refrigerator adjustment to check the freezer temperature If it is too warm or too cold then adjust the freezer control as well Use the settings listed in the chart belo
13. G 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 inches in diameter to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation 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 shutoff valve Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve Tighten the compression nut securely Compression Nut Ferrule sleeve 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 FLUSH OUT THE TUBING Turn the main water supply on d 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 CONNECTING THE WATERLINE 9 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR NOTES e Before making the connection to the refrigerator be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet If your refrigerator does not have a water filter we recommend installing one If your water supply has sand or particles that coul
14. OOTING GUIDE The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR cycle begins and ends The thermostat control or refrigerator control depending on the model will also Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one click when cycling on and off did not make Because the sounds are new to you you might be concerned about them Most of the new sounds Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant the are normal Hard surfaces like the floor walls and water line or items stored on top of the refrigerator cabinets can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them e Your refrigerator is designed to run 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 and you may hear a pulsating or high pitched sound You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments As each cycle ends you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a popping noise Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound e You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan e You may hear water running in
15. R CIRCULATION DOOR ALARM In order to ensure proper temperatures air must flow With this feature you will listen an alarm when the freezer or refrigerator door is not closed within 1 minute after it is between the refrigerator and freezer sections As shown in the illustration bel ani tthe t f the f d opened These tones repeat every 30 seconds The alarm E STRION OR OW A EES Ge One OR eN is cancelled when the freezer or the refrigerator door is circulates down From bottom of the freezer air is forced up to closed correctly top of the refrigerator Air enters to the refrigerator through top vent then circulates and exists at the bottom where it returns to the freezer SETTING THE CONTROLS Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate MULTI FLOW the temperature in the freezer and refrigerator compartments Multi Flow means powerful and effective cooling operation This is especially noticeable when new food is placed in the Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at 37 F refrigerator compartment 3 C and the FREEZER CONTROL at 0 F 18 C Leave it at this setting for 24 hours one day to stabilize Then adjust the compartment temperature as desired If water or foreign substances enter to the cool air vent while cleaning efficiency will be lowered In addition if there is damaged efficiency may be lowered because of escaping cool air gt Identify your control type Refrigerator control 32 F to 4
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17. closing properly See Doors will not close completely above The door is opened often When the door is opened warm humid air is allowed in the freezer resulting in frost ICE HAS OFF TASTE OR ODOR Check if Then The i k vi lled Discard first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or e icemaker was recently installed oft flayored ice The ice has been stored for too long Throw away old ice and make a new supply The food has not been wrapped tightly in Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food either compartment is not wrapped properly A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur odor problems The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning See Care and Cleaning Section Ice storage bin needs cleaning Empty and wash bin Discard old cubes THERE IS WATER IN THE DEFROST DRAIN PAN Check if Then The refrigerator is defrosting The water will evaporate It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan It is more humid than normal Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate This is normal when it is hot or humid THE REFRIGERATOR SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE Check if Then The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator Refer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear Section THE ICEMAKER IS NOT PRODUCING ICE OR ICE CUBES ARE FREEZING TOO SLOWLY Check if Then Wait 24 hours after hook up for
18. d clog the screen of the refrigerator s water valve Install the filter in the water line near the refrigerator IMPORTANT Do not use old worn or used waterlines only use new for a better use and service Connect only to the supply of drinking water for your safety and health Remove the plastic flexible cap from the water valve connection Place the compression nut and ferrule sleeve onto the end of the tubing Insert the end of the tubing into the connection as far as possible While holding the tubing tighten the fitting 1 4 Compression Nut Ferule sleeve Refrigerator Connection Fasten the tubing into the tubing Clamp attached to the back of the refrigerator First loosen the screw fastening the clamp Next insert the tubing in the groove Finally re fasten the screw 28 10 11 12 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUT OFF VALVE Tighten any connections that leak Reattach the compressor compartment access cover PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall Push the refrigerator back to the wall START THE ICE MAKER 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 I on position TROUBLESH
19. detergents cleaners chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product 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 limitations 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 and Canada This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2B8 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 h
20. efrigerator control to the OFF position and unplug the refrigerator Gently remove the bulb and reinsert Then plug in refrigerator and reset the refrigerator control Light bulb has burned out Unplug the refrigerator prior to the replacement Replace the old bulb with a new 60 watts appliance bulb with same size and shape See Changing the Light Bulb s section COMPRESSOR MOTOR SEEMS TO RUN TOO MUCH Check if Then The refrigerator that was replaced was an Modern refrigerators with more storage space require older model more operating time The room temperature is hotter than normal The motor will run longer under warm conditions At normal room temperatures expect your motor to run about 40 to 80 of the time Under warmer conditions expect it to run even more often This model is still more energy efficient than previous models The door is opened often or a large amount Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator of food has just been added It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator See the Food Storage Guide Section 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 The refrigerator was recently plugged in and the refrigerator control was
21. electa e REFRIGERATOR Jse amp Care Gui e REFRIGERADOR CON CONGELADOR INFERIOR Sa Gu a para el Uso y Cuidado CONGELATEUR INF RIEUR R FRIG RATEUR Guide d Utilisation et d Entretien Models Modelos Modeles 795 7130 color number N HSIMONA TONVdSA4 SIVONVYS MFL61987612 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www sears com Printed in Mexico TABLE OF CONTENTS English Version 2 Spanish Version 33 French Version 66 Kenmore Warranty Protection Agreements Safety Instructions 5 Grounding Requirements Parts and Features Refrigerator Installation 8 1 Unpacking your refrigerator Installation Base Grille How to remove door handle Removing and Replacing O 00 00 001 YODO hy Your refrigerator doors 10 11 Pull out drawer 12 13 Leveling and door alignment 14 Using your refrigerator 15 22 Ensuring proper air circulation 15 Multi Flow 15 Door alarm 15 Setting the controls 15 Adjusting control settings 16 Food storage guide 16 Storing frozen food 17 Refrigerator Section 18 21 Refrigerator shelves 18 Pantry 19 Crisper humidity control 19 Optibin Crisper 19 Crisper cover with lattice on inner surface 20 Modular Door Bins 20 Dairy Bin 21 Egg Box 21 Freezer Section 21 22 Ice Bin 21 Durabase 21 Tilting Door 22 Durabase Divider 22 Glide out drawer basket 22 Care and Cleaning 23 24 General cleaning tips 23 Ou
22. en are in the area Garden Bulletin No 69 says Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs _ You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if NOTE We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold below by a qualified individual 40 F 4 C Before replacing a burned out light bulb unplug the refrigerator or Thawed ground meats poultry or fish that have any off odor turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box in order to avoid or off color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten contact with a live wire filament A burned out light bulb may Thawed ice cream should be discarded If the odor or color of break when being replaced any food is poor or questionable get rid of it The food may be NOTE Setting either or both controls to the OFF position does dangerous to eat not remove power to the light circuit Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eating quality Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment they may of foods particularly fruits vegetables and prepared foods The break when frozen causing damage 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 5 A CAUTION This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical
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24. fore the water line is connected can damage the certain models Please check your product specification icemaker e You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the bin A newly installed refrigerator may take and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice PREPARING FOR VACATION Set the icemaker power switch to O off and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator If the surrounding air temperature will drop below freezing have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system to prevent serious property damage due to flooding from ruptured water lines or connections Power Switch Feeler Arm This type of icemaker will produce twelve cubes per cycle approximately 80 100 cubes in a 24 hour period depending on freezer compartment temperature room temperature number of door openings and other operating conditions If the refrigerator is used before the water connection is made to the icemaker set the power switch to O off When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply set the power switch to I on The icemaker will fill with water only when it cools to freezing Anewly installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm the icemaker wi
25. 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 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 hole in the water pipe even if using a self piercing valve using a sharp bit Remove any burrs resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill Failure to drill a 1 4 hole may result in reduced ice production or smaller cubes 4 FASTEN THE SHUT OFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp Saddle Type ZA Shutoff Valve Vertical Cold Water Pipe 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 5 TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell 27 Saddle Type Shutoff Valve Packing Nut Outlet Valve NOTE Do not over tighten or you may crush the tubing Washer Pipe Clamp Inlet End Clamp Screw ROUTE THE TUBIN
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27. ll stop producing ice It is normal for some cubes to be stuck together If ice is not used frequently old ice cubes will become cloudy taste stale and shrink 25 CONNECTING THE WATERLINE WHAT YOU WILL NEED NOTE Water line installation is needed when the Automatic Ice Maker and or Water Dispenser features are available on your product Before making the connection to the refrigerator be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet BEFORE YOU BEGIN This water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer Follow these 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 lead to water leakage or flooding Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator To prevent burns and product damage do not hook up the water line to the hot water line If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line make sure the icemaker power switch is in the O off position Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing When using any electrical device such as a power drill during installation be sure the device is double insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock or is battery powered All installations must be in
28. ndle Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the handle with the 3 32 Allen wrench and remove the handle NOTE If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed use a 1 4 Allen wrench REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR 1 Removing Refrigerator Door NOTE Handle appearance may vary IMPORTANT Before you begin turn the refrigerator OFF and unplug it Remove food and any bins from doors gt Left Door e Loosen the cover screws 1 Disconnect door switch wire 2 e Loosen hinge bolts 3 Lift off the top hinge 4 Place the door on a non scratching surface with the inside up gt Right Door e Loosen the cover screws 1 Disconnect door switch wire 2 Disconnect wire harness 5 e Loosen hinge bolts 3 e Loosen ground screw 6 Lift off the top hinge 4 e Place the door on a non scratching surface with the inside up FX CAUTION When removing top hinge be careful that the door does not fall forward 10 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION 2 Replacing Refrigerator Door gt Right Door e Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin 7 e Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet e Replace the top hinge 4 installing hinge screws 3 to secure it Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against the cabinet and is not folded e Support the door on the ha
29. ndle side while securing And make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even across the front Install the ground screw 6 Connect the door switch wire 2 e Tighten the cover screw 1 gt Left Door e Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin 8 Make sure the door is aligned with the cabinet Replace the top hinge 4 installing hinge screws 3 to secure it Make sure the gasket on the door is flush against the cabinet and is not folded e Support the door on the handle side while securing And make sure the door is straight and the gap between the doors is even across the front e Connect the door switch wire 2 e Tighten the cover screw 1 NOTE Make sure that the doors seal properly to ensure the refrigerator runs efficiently 11 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE PULL OUT DRAWER FX CAUTION When removing drawer door do not hold it 1 Removing Pull out Drawer by the handle The door could fall down and you may be injured Grasp the door with both hands as pictured below when removing IMPORTANT To avoid possible injury product or property damage you will need two persons to perform FX CAUTION When laying down the drawer be careful the following instructions not to damage the floor or hurt your feet with the sharp edges on hinge side e Pull the drawer open to full lower extension Remove the durabase by lifting i
30. ooling hot foods before freezing saves energy NOTE Do not store food near the sensor it may cause the sensor to malfunction A WARNING Suffocation Hazard When using dry ice provide adequate ventilation Dry ice is frozen carbon dioxide CO When it vaporizes it can displace oxygen causing dizziness light headedness unconsciousness and death by suffocation Open a window and do not breathe the vapors USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR SECTION REFRIGERATOR SHELVES The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs These units are all glass shelves IMPORTANT Do not clean glass shelves with warm water when they are cold Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact such as bumping For your protection glass shelves are made with tempered glass which will shatter into small pebble sized pieces NOTE Glass shelves are heavy Use special care when removing them to avoid dropping them Adjusting Shelves Remove shelves from the shipping position and place the shelves in the position you want To remove a shelf Tilt up the front of the shelf in the direction of 1 and lift it in the direction of 2 Pull the shelf out e To replace a shelf Tilt the front of the shelf up and guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop into the slots 18 NOTE Make sure
31. pair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have Read all instructions before using this appliance become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end When moving your refrigerator away from the wall be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care guide 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 e In refrigerators with automatic icemakers avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating DO NOT allow children to climb stand or hang on the refrigerator element that releases the cubes DO NOT place fingers or hands doors or shelves in the refrigerator They could damage the on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is refrigerator and seriously injure themselves plugged in Keep fingers out of pinch point areas clearances between the DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely doors and cabinet are necessarily small Be careful when you The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and open the doors when childr
32. properly grounded Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance needed for the back of the refrigerator If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid any hazard RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 115 volts 60Hz 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 which cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain Do not use an extension cord 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle grounding 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 Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third Ground prong from the power cord Ensure proper ground exists before use USE OF EXTENSION CORDS NOTE Before performing any type of installation Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of
33. r out If proper care is not given during packaging you could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and also dry out frozen food Packaging recommendations Rigid plastic containers with tight fitting lids Straight sided canning freezing jars Heavy duty aluminum foil e Plastic coated paper e Non permeable plastic wraps Specified freezer grade self sealing plastic bags e Follow package or container instructions for proper freezing methods Do not use Bread wrappers Non polyethylene plastic containers e Containers without tight lids e Wax paper or wax coated freezer wrap e Thin semi permeable wrap 17 Freezing Your freezer will not quick freeze any large quantities of food Do not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours no more than 2 to 3 Ibs of food per cubic foot of freezer space Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around packages Be careful to leave enough room at the front so the door can close tightly Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of food the type of packaging or wrap used airtight and moisture proof and the storage temperature Ice crystals inside a sealed package are normal This simply means that moisture in the food and air inside the package have condensed creating ice crystals NOTE Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes then package and freeze C
34. rator s tilt using the instructions below 1 With one hand lift up the door you want to raise at middie hinge 1 Plug the refrigerator s power cord into a 3 prong i grounded outlet Move the refrigerator into its final 2 With other hand use pliers to insert snap ring as position shown 2 Turn the leveling screw clockwise to raise that side of 3 Insert additional snap rings until the doors are aligned the refrigerator or counterclockwise to lower it It may Three snap rings are provided with unit take several turns of the leveling screw to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator NOTE Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws This makes it easier to adjust the screws Pa 3 Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close easily If not tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws clockwise It may take several more turns and you should turn both leveling screws the same amount 4 Re adjust if necessary 5 Replace the base cover NOTE Your new refrigerator is uniquely designed with two fresh food doors Either door can be opened or closed independently of one another You may have to exert slight pressure on doors to get them to close completely 14 USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ENSURING PROPER AI
35. refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box NOTE Moving the control to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit NOTE Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator Be sure to replace the bulb with a maximum rating of 60 watts and is the same size and shape NOTE The light bulbs will turn off if door is left open for seven continuous minutes Shutting door for one second will make light bulbs come back on To change the refrigerator light 1 Unplug the power cord from the outlet 2 Remove refrigerator shelves 3 Release the hooks on the front of the light shield with the help of a flat screwdriver and pull the shield down to remove it CARE AND CLEANING 4 Turn the bulb counter clockwise 5 To assemble first insert the hooks at the back and then push up the light shield To change the freezer light 1 Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power 2 Reach behind light shield to remove bulb 3 Replace bulb with a 60 watts appliance bulb the refrigerator as shown in picture D OSA A Que POWER INTERRUPTIONS If the electricity goes off call the power company and ask how long it will be off 1 If the power will be out for 24 hours or less keep both refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay cold and frozen 2 If the power will be out for more than 24 hours a Remove all frozen food and store it in a fro
36. risk DO NOT allow them to play inside of the drawer GLIDE OUT DRAWER BASKET on some models 1 To remove lift basket up and pull out straight out 22 CARE AND CLEANING 44 WARNING Explosion Hazard Use non flammable cleaner Failure to do so can result in death explosion or fire 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 Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners Hand wash rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly e Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power OUTSIDE 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 Note Avoid door surface contact with chemical products that contain Phosphate or Chlorine INSIDE WALLS allow freezer to warm up so cloth will not stick To help remove odors you can wash the inside of the refrigera
37. sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance A 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 DISPOSAL Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFCs chlorofluorocarbons CFCs are believed to harm stratospheric Ozone Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator please follow the instructions at right to help prevent accidents For proper disposal of the product please contact your local regulatory agency If you are throwing away your old refrigerator make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant you can be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS IMPORTANT Please read carefully TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY this appliance must be
38. set correctly completely The refrigerator control was not set correctly for the See the Adjusting control settings Section surrounding conditions Push the doors firmly shut If they will not shut all the way see This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder The condenser coils are dirty Clean the condenser coils Refer to the Care and Cleaning section DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY Check if Then The refrigerator is not level See the Installation Section to level refrigerator Food packages are blocking the door open Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves The ice bin crisper cover pans shelves door bins Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover pans shelves or baskets are out of position and baskets into their correct positions See the Using Your Refrigerator Section The gaskets are sticking Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable Level the refrigerator Refer to the Door Closing and Alignment Section The doors were removed during product installation Remove and replace the doors according to the Removing and not properly replaced Reversing and Replacing Refrigerator Doors Section or call a qualified service technician TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD Check if Then The door is not
39. t from rail system e With both hands hold both sides of the door and pull it up to separate it from the rails e Push the rails back into drawer cavity With both hands hold the center of the bar and push it in so that both rails go back simultaneously 12 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE PULL OUT DRAWER cont 2 Installing Pull out Drawer IMPORTANT To avoid possible injury product or e Align the top holes of the rail cover with the top holes property damage you will need two people to perform of the door supports to assemble the rail cover the following instructions e With both hands hold the center of the bar and pull it out to let both rails out to full extension simultaneously e Verify the hole s assembly e With the rails pulled out to full extension insert the durabase in the rail assembly Right Rail cover FX WARNING To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation risk DO NOT allow them to play inside of drawer A WARNING DO NOT step or sit down on Freezer Drawer 13 REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT Leveling Door Alignment Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws one on If the space between your doors is uneven follow the the right and one on the left If your refrigerator seems instructions below to align the doors unsteady or you want the doors to close easier adjust the refrige
40. t 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 CAUTION These words mean A DANG ER You will be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow instructions A WARNING A CAUTION Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or product damage only All 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 44 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons The refrigerator freezer should be so positioned that the supply when using your product basic safety precautions should plug is accessible for quick disconnection if an accident be followed including the following happens e For personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord Hao the wall outlet and the circuit eked Bie aualii Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded Re
41. the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling Your refrigerator is now ready for use NWARNING e Be careful when you work with hinge base grille stopper etc You may be injured e Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents base grille or bottom of refrigerator You may be injured or receive an electrical shock BASE GRILLE INSTALLATION To install or replace base grille 1 Remove the 2 screws from the bottom front part of refrigerator 2 Place the base grille into position and insert and tighten screws To remove the base grille 1 Remove screws from the base grille and remove it 2 Reattach screws to the base of refrigerator REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION TOOLS YOU MAY NEED 10mm 1 4 in 4 14 in a EEE 3 32 in 3 8 in Hex head socket wrench Phillips screwdriver Flat head screwdriver Allen wrench NOTE It is always recommended that the doors be removed when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening If it is necessary to remove the handles follow the directions below NOTE Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLE Mounting Fasteners 1 Removing Refrigerator Handle e Loosen the set screws with the 3 32 Allen wrench and remove the handle NOTE If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed use a 1 4 Allen wrench Allen Wrench 2 Removing Freezer Drawer Ha
42. to the drain pan during the defrost cycle REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT OPERATE Check if Then The power supply cord is unplugged Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage A household fuse has blown or circuit Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker breaker tripped The refrigerator control is set to the OFF position If word OFF is in the Freezer and Refrigerator Display hold COLDER key on refrigerator over 3 sec Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end The refrigerator has been put into the store Demo Demonstration Mode The Demonstration Mode disables the cooling system only the lamps and display work normally The control panel lights are blinking secuentially 1 2 The refrigerator has been put into the store Demo 3 4 5 6 7 Style 2 Demonstration Mode The Demonstration Mode disables the cooling system only the lamps and display work normally To disable press ULTRA ICE and Adjust Temp buttons at the same time for 5 seconds VIBRATION OR RATTLING NOISE Check if Then The refrigerator is not resting solidly on Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need adjusting the floor See Installation Section 29 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE LIGHTS DO NOT WORK Check if Then The power supply cord is unplugged Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage Light bulb is loose in the socket Turn the r
43. tor with a mixture of baking soda and warm water Mix 2 tablespoons baking soda to 1 quart of water 26 g soda to 1 liter water Be sure the baking soda is completely dissolved so does it not scratch the surfaces of the refrigerator DOOR LINERS AND GASKETS Do not use cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum plastic parts 23 PLASTIC PARTS covers and panels Do not use windows sprays abrasive cleaners or flammable fluids These can scratch or damage the material Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water Wash rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly CONDENSER COILS Remove grille base Use a vacuum cleaner with an extended attachment to clean condenser coils Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month Replace grille base BACK COVER A WARNING ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Before you begin either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury NOTE Back cover should only be removed by a qualified technician Clean the vents on the back cover Use a vacuum cleaner with the brush attachment at least twice a year to keep your refrigerator working P efficiently LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 44 WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Before replacing a burned out light bulb either unplug SS INN the
44. tra 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 Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8 feet 2 4 m as described above A cold water supply The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 PSI 0 137 and 0 82 MPa or 1 4 and 8 2 bar on models without a water filter and between 40 and 120 PSI 0 275 and 0 82 MPa or 2 8 and 8 2 bar on models with a water filter Power drill 1 2 or adjustable wrench Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver Two 1 4 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 flared fitting with a tube cutterand then use a compression fitting Shut off valve to connect to the cold water line The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a minimum inside diameter of 5 32 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 CONNECTING THE WATERLINE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Install the shutoff valve on the nearest
45. ts and vegetable fresh and crisp Q Pantry O Icemaker Ice Bin O Durabase O Divider On some models REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION A WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install 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 techsheet on some models that is attached to back wall of the refrigerator 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 For more information see the Important Safety Instructions section Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs When Moving Your Refrigerator Your refrigerator is heavy When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service be sure to protect the floor Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator when trying to move it as floor damage could occur
46. tside 23 Inside walls 23 Door liner and gaskets 23 Plastic parts 23 Condenser coils 23 Light bulb replacement 23 24 Power interruptions 24 When you go on vacation 24 About the Custom Cube Ice Maker 25 Connecting the Waterline 26 28 Troubleshooting Guide 29 32 BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR PA U S A WARRANTY Kenmore Appliance Warranty One Year Limited Warranty When installed operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product if this appliance fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase call 1 800 4 MY HOME to arrange for free repair If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase This Warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship Sears will NOT pay for Expendable items that can wear out from normal use including but not limited to filters belts light bulbs and bags Aservice technician to instruct the user in correct product installation operation or maintenance Aservice technician to clean or maintain this product Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed operated or maintained according to 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
47. until you are ready to use it Once opened rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil Milk Wipe milk cartons For best storage place milk on interior shelf not on door shelf Eggs Store in original carton on interior shelf not on door shelf USING YOUR REFRIGERA Fruit Wash let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bags or in the crisper Do not wash or hull berries until you are ready to use them Sort and keep berries in their original container in a crisper or store in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf Leafy vegetables Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas Wash in cold water and drain Place in a plastic bag or plastic container and store in the crisper Vegetables with skins carrots peppers Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store in crisper Fish Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day purchased Chef fresh Store most chef fresh in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture proof Rewrap if necessary Leftovers Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil Plastic containers with tight lids can also be used STORING FROZEN FOOD NOTE For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook Packaging Successful freezing depends on correct packaging When you close and seal the package it must not allow air or moisture in o
48. ut all removable parts wrap them well and tape them together so they do not shift and rattle during the move 7 Depending on the model lower the front of the refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the leveling legs all the way so they do not scrape the floor See the Door Closing section 8 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 Installing Your Refrigerator section for preparation instructions ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER ICEMAKER WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER POWER SWITCH TO O OFF A WARNING e When the water supply will be shut off for several hours e When the ice storage bin is removed for more than a Personal Injury Hazard minute or two Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector When the refrigerator will not be used for several days mechanism or with the heating element that releases the cubes DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in e The icemaker water valve will buzz as the icemaker fills with water If the power switch is in the I on position it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS To stop the buzzing move the power switch to O off NOTE Keeping the power switch in the I on position NOTE Automatic Ice Maker feature is included only in be
49. w as a guide Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between adjustments CONDITION REASON REFRIGERATOR section too warm s Door is opened often Large amounts of food was added Very warm room temperature FREEZER section too warm ice not made fast enough e Door is opened often e Large amounts of food was added Very cold room temperature e Heavy ice usage e Air vents blocked by items REFRIGERATOR section too cold e Controls not set correctly for your conditions FREEZER section too cold e Controls not set correctly for your conditions FOOD STORAGE GUIDE Storing Fresh Food RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENT Turn the REFRIGERATOR control to next higher number wait 24 hours then re check Turn the FREEZER control to next higher number wait 24 hours then re check Move items out of the air stream Turn the REFRIGERATOR control to next lower number wait 24 hours then re check Turn the FREEZER Control to next lower number wait 24 hours then re check 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 Butter or margarine Keep opened butter in a covered dish or closed compartment When storing an extra supply wrap in freezer packaging and freeze Cheese Store in the original wrapping
50. zen food locker OR b Place 2 lbs of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot of freezer space This will keep the food frozen for two to four days While handling dry ice wear gloves to protect your hands from frostbite OR c If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available consume or can perishable food at once 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 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 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 all frozen food in dry ice 2 Depending on your model turn the thermostat control refrigerator control to OFF See the Setting the Controls section Unplug the refrigerator Empty the water from the defrost pan Clean wipe and dry thoroughly ao on Aa Q Take o

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