Kenmore 596.52673200 Refrigerator User Manual
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1. U A R EJ WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death 44 CAUTION CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or property damage Important Safety Instructions A DANGER To reduce risk of injury or death follow basic precautions including the following IMPORTANT Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they sit out for just a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer Take off the doors Leave the shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside This appliance is equipped with a three prong grounding plug for your protection against possible electrical shock hazards It must be plugged into a grounding receptacle Where a standard two prong wall receptacle is encountered it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a properly grounded three prong wall receptacle Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord Do not use an adapter plug Po2. Push the handle down against the upper door tab just enough to allow it to hang unsupported 6 Align bottom of handle with lower door tab Press upper handle end to door surface and firmly grasp lower end of handle Gently slide handle upward until bottom of handle settles on door surface then reverse direction sliding downward to almost engaging tab with clip N Grasp the handle firmly and slide down until it clicks The audible click indicates fastening clips are securely interlocked To Remove 1 Flex the handle away from the door panel Simultaneously place door handle removal card underneath the base of the lower handle Insert the card to the line or until it stops 2 Grasp the lower part of the handle firmly and lift to remove Be Installation Freezer Handle Materials Needed Gloves to protect hands Phillips screwdriver Plastic handle removal card or 2 thick plastic card Retain the card Notes There is a slight curve to the freezer handle For proper installation be sure handle is oriented as shown To Install 1 Align door handle clips slightly to the left of the tabs attached to the freezer door 2 Rotate the handle so the left base is flat against the door Handle Door Clip _ Tab Handle 3 Push the left handle base against the left door tab and slightly
3. to the right just enough to allow it to hang unsupported 4 While firmly supporting the left handle base against the door align the right base of the handle with the right tabs that are attached to the door Now while firmly holding the handle at the left and right bases gently slide the handle towards the right until the right base settles in The handle should now be flat against the face of the freezer door at both the left and right bases With hands still firmly keeping the handle flat against the freezer door you may have to reverse directions momentarily to assure clip tab engagement Then firmly slide the handle to the right until it clicks The audible click indicates that the fastening clips are securely interlocked To Remove 1 At the right end flex the handle base away from the surface of the freezer drawer Simultaneously slide the door handle removal card that came with your refrigerator under the right side base of the handle Slide the card to the line indication or until it stops which will be approximately With both hands firmly grasp the handle towards the right base Slide towards the left lift and remove from the surface 12 Installation Connecting the Water Supply A WARNING To reduce the risk of injury or death follow basic precautions including the following Read all instructions before installing ice maker Do not attempt install
4. Refrigerator or ice maker makes unfamiliar sounds or seems too loud Crisper drawers do not close freely Refrigerator runs too frequently POSSIBLE CAUSES Humidity levels are high or door has been been opened frequently Check gaskets for proper seal Normal operation Contents of drawer or positioning of items in the surrounding compartment could be obstructing drawer Drawer is not in proper position Refrigerator is not level Drawer channels are dirty or need treatment Doors have been opened frequently or for long periods of time Humidity or heat in surrounding area is high Food has recently been added Refrigerator is exposed to heat by environment or by appliances nearby Condenser coils are dirty Controls need to be adjusted Door is not closing properly Normal Operation WHAT TO DO See page 14 or 16 to adjust your controls Reduce time door is open Organize food items efficiently to assure door is open for as short a time as possible Clean if necessary according to the chart on page 21 See page 25 Reposition food items and containers to avoid interference with the drawers See page 8 for proper drawer placement See page 7 for details on how to level your refrigerator Clean drawer channels with warm soapy water Rinse and dry thoroughly Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to drawer channels Reduce time door is open Organize food items efficie
5. Take time to organize items in refrigerator to reduce time that door is open Be sure your doors are closing securely by leveling refrigerator as instructed in your installation instructions Clean condenser coils as indicated in the cleaning instructions every three months This will increase energy efficiency and cooling performance Replacing Light Bulbs A WARNING To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death disconnect power to refrigerator before replacing light bulb After replacing light bulb reconnect power 44 CAUTION To avoid personal injury or property damage observe the following Allow light bulb to cool Wear gloves when replacing light bulb Fresh Food Section style of light shield varies 1 Slide clear light shield toward back of compartment to release from light assembly 2 Remove light bulbs 3 Replace with appliance bulbs no greater than 40 watts 4 Replace light bulb cover by inserting tabs on light shield into liner holes on each side of light assembly Slide shield toward front of refrigerator until it locks into place Do not force shield beyond locking point Doing so may damage light shield Freezer style of light shield varies 1 Reach behind the light cover 2 With firm pressure press forward on the notches at the back of the cover and pull down The cover will open from the back 3 Remove the cover 4 Remove ligh
6. Food Storage Tips Fresh Food Storage The fresh food compartment of a refrigerator should be kept between 34 40 F 1 4 C with an optimum temperature of 37 F 3 C To check the temperature place an appliance thermometer in a glass of water and place in the center of the refrigerator Check after 24 hours If the temperature is above 40 F 4 C adjust the controls as explained on page 14 Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves This reduces the circulation of air around the food and results in uneven cooling Fruits and Vegetables The crisper drawers trap humidity to help preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods see page 16 Sort fruits and vegetables before storage and use bruised or soft items first Discard those showing signs of decay Always wrap odorous foods such as onions and cabbage so the odor does not transfer to other foods While vegetables need a certain amount of humidity to remain fresh too much humidity can shorten storage times especially leafy vegetables Drain vegetables well before storing Wait to wash fresh produce until right before use Meat and Cheese Raw meat and poultry should be wrapped securely so leakage and contamination of other foods or surfaces does not occur Occasionally mold will develop on the surface of hard cheeses Swiss Cheddar Parmesan Cut off at least an inch around and below the moldy area Keep your knife or i
7. environment for fresh fruit and vegetable storage Controls The Crisper Controls regulate the amount of humidity in the crisper drawer Slide the control toward the LOW setting for produce with outer skins Slide the control toward the HIGH setting for leafy produce Humidity HIGH e e e e LOW To Remove Pull drawer out to full extension Tilt up front of drawer and pull straight out To Install Insert drawer into frame rails and push back into place Note For best results keep the crisper drawers tightly closed Temperature Controlled Drawer The Gourmet Pantry drawer is a full width drawer with adjustable temperature control This drawer can be used for large party trays deli items beverages or miscellaneous items and features a divider to organize the Gourmet Pantry into sections if desired There is a temperature control which adjusts the amount of cold air allowed into the Gourmet Pantry The control is located on the right side of the drawer Depending on your model it is either on the front of the drawer or under the lid Set the control to cold org to provide a normal refrigerator temperature Set the drawer on the coldest or H setting when a temperature colder than the main refrigerator compartment is desired Use the coldest setting when storing meats Notes Cold air directed to the Gourmet Pantry can decrease refrigerator temperature Refrigerator control may need to be adj
8. soft clean cloth or sponge Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately to avoid water spots To polish and help prevent finger prints follow with Stainless Steel Cleaner Use warm soapy water and a soft clean cloth or sponge Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle with brush attachment Follow removal and installation instructions from appropriate feature section Allow accessories to adjust to room temperature Dilute mild detergent and use a soft clean cloth or sponge for cleaning Use a plastic bristle brush to get into crevices Rinse surfaces with clean warm water Dry glass and clear items immediately to avoid spots 21 22 Removing Odors From Refrigerator A WARNING To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death disconnect power to refrigerator before cleaning After cleaning reconnect power 1 Remove all food and turn the refrigerator OFF 2 Disconnect power to the refrigerator 3 Clean the walls floor ceiling of cabinet interior drawers shelves and gaskets according to the instructions on page 21 4 Dilute mild detergent and brush solution into crevices using a plastic bristle brush Let stand for 5 minutes Rinse surfaces with warm water Dry surfaces with a soft clean cloth 5 Wash and dry all bottles containers and jars Discard spoiled or expired items 6 Wrap or store odor causing foods in ti
9. water and begins operating You will have a complete permea harvest of ice approximately every three hours Allow approximately 24 hours after installation to receive first harvest of ice Discard ice created within first 12 hours of operation to assure system is flushed of impurities Stop ice production by raising ice maker arm until click is heard Ice maker will remain in the off position until arm is pushed down The first one or two batches will probably contain undersized and irregular cubes because of air in the supply line When the ice cubes are ejected it is normal for several cubes to be joined together at the ends They can easily be broken apart The ice maker will continue to make ice until the supply of ice cubes raises the sensor arm shutting the ice maker off Certain sounds may accompany the various cycles of the ice maker The motor may have a slight hum the cubes will rattle as they fall into an empty storage pan and the water valve may click or buzz occasionally If the ice is not used frequently the ice cubes will become cloudy shrink stick together and taste stale Empty the ice storage bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water Be sure to dry the bin thoroughly before replacing it Beverages and foods should not be placed in the ice storage bin for quick chilling These items can block the sensor arm causing the ice maker to malfunction Turn off arm u
10. Frozen Food Storage Food Storage Chart Care and Cleaning lt s a e s x e x as se e A aa 21 24 Refrigerator Cleaning Chart Replacing Light Bulbs Removing Odors From Refrigerator Preparing for Vacation Energy Saving Tips Preparing to Move Operating Sounds a iia A Eee eee er See ets 25 Troubleshooting curia E he weal nce a eae AA ae 26 28 Gu a de uso y cuidado xs c x x x x x x ec eee eee Dae Sed eases 30 Guide d utilisation et d entretien 2 00 0 0 000 eee ee ee 59 Installer Please leave this guide with this appliance Consumer Please read and keep this Use amp Care Guide for future reference it provides the proper use and maintenance information In our continuing effort to improve the quality and performance of our appliances it may be necessary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur Common sense caution and care must be exercised when installing maintaining or operating appliance Always contact your dealer distributor service agent or manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand Recognize Safety Symbols Words Labels A DANGER DANGER Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death
11. Kenmore Bottom Freezer Refrigerator Use amp Care Guide Refrigerador con congelador inferior Guia de Uso y Cuidado pag 30 R frig rateur a compartiment cong lateur inf rieur Guide d utilisation et d entretien page 59 NU trio 596 75502400 596 75503400 596 75504400 596 75509400 596 75512400 596 75513400 596 75514400 596 75519400 Part No 12828111 Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www sears com Form No B 05 04 Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2B8 Au Canada www sears ca Litho U S A Contents Important Safety Instructions e x x eee 3 4 Warranty and Protection Agreements e e x e x e K eee eee 5 6 l stallation 0 REA ET we la R N AS RRA RR 7 13 Location Pullout Freezer Drawer Measuring the Opening Reinstallation of the Doors Transporting Your Refrigerator Door Reversal Leveling Handles Drawer Removal Connecting the Water Supply Opening and Closing Your Fresh Food Doors Temperature Controls 2 0 0 0 cece eee eee 14 Touch Temperature Controls Fresh Food Features csc e e teen dee teed ee oe eee deere se 15 16 Shelves Door Storage Storage Drawers Freezer Features otitis 9 RN RRR be emia eles Seid Siw a e NTR eons 16 Upper Wire Basket IGG eb a RR erin ae ee ee eda a eee te eae Wee aed Bale ee oe Se eee eee 17 Automatic Ice Maker Food Storage Nips cs ssa a Ss RSS R S RRR RRR R RRR RRR a da 18 20 Fresh Food Storage
12. and retain all screws for later use Remove both stabilizing brackets with hex head driver and retain screws for later use Installation Pullout Freezer Drawer A DANGER To prevent accidental child entrapment or suffocation risk do not remove the divider in the top freezer basket A WARNING To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death disconnect power to refrigerator before removing doors After replacing doors connect power 44 CAUTION To avoid possible injury product or property damage you will need two people to perform the following instructions To Remove 1 Pull upper basket out to full extension and lift out to remove 2 Pull drawer open to full extension 3 Lift lower basket straight up and out to remove On each side rail is a basket cradle with two snap attachments To release each cradle unlatch the snaps by pushing them inward away from the side rail system Lift the cradles off of the rails 5 Lift top of drawer front to unhook supports from rail system Lift door front out to remove To Install 1 Pull both rails out to full extension 2 While supporting door front hook supports into tabs located on inside of rail 3 Lower door front into final position 4 Place the basket cradles back onto the side rails Align snaps with the slots on the side rails and press each snap t
13. at is better at preserving food is more energy efficient and is quieter overall Because new refrigerators run quieter sounds may be detected that were present in older refrigerators but were masked by higher sound levels Many of these sounds are normal Please note that the surfaces adjacent to a refrigerator such as hard walls floors and cabinetry may make these sounds seem even louder The following are some of the normal sounds that may be noticed in a new refrigerator POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Clicking Freezer control A clicks when starting or Normal operation stopping compressor s Motorized device B sounds like an electric Normal operation clock and snaps in and out Air rushing or Freezer fan C and condenser fan D make Normal operation whirring this noise while operating Gurgling or Evaporator E and heat exchanger F Normal operation boiling sound refrigerant makes this noise when flowing Thumping Ice cubes from ice maker select models drop Normal operation into ice bucket G Vibrating noise Compressor H makes a pulsating sound Normal operation while running Refrigerator is not level See page 7 for details on how to level your refrigerator Ice maker water valve I hookup select Normal operation models buzzes when ice maker fills with water Ice maker J is in the on position without water connection Compressor H can make a high pitched hum while op
14. ation if instructions are not understood or if they are beyond personal skill level Observe all local codes and ordinances Do not service ice maker unless specifically recommended in Use amp Care Guide or published user repair instructions Disconnect power to refrigerator before installing ice maker Water damage due to an improper water connection may cause mold mildew growth Clean up spills or leakage immediately 44 CAUTION To avoid property damage or possible injury follow basic precautions including the following Consult a plumber to connect O D copper tubing to household plumbing to assure compliance with local codes and ordinances Confirm water pressure to water valve is between 35 and 100 pounds per square inch 20 pounds per square inch without filter Do not use a self piercing or s saddle valve Both reduce water flow and can become clogged over time and may cause leaks if repair is attempted Tighten nuts by hand to prevent cross threading Finish tightening nuts with pliers and wrenches Do not overtighten Wait two to three hours before placing refrigerator into final position to check and correct any water leaks Recheck for leaks after 24 hours Verify the copper tubing under the sleeve is smooth and free from defects Do not reuse an old sleeve IMPORTANT Do not overtighten Cross threading may occur Materials Needed x Y outer diameter flexible copper tubing Shut o
15. ave the doors open to prevent the formation of mold and mildew Upon your return After a short vacation or absence Reconnect the water supply and turn on supply valve see page 12 s Monitor water connection for 24 hours and correct leaks if necessary Restart the ice maker by lowering the ice maker arm e Discard at least the first three ice harvests After a long vacation or absence Since your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker reconnect the water supply and turn on supply valve see page 12 Plug the refrigerator back in and reset controls see page 14 Monitor water connection for 24 hours and correct leaks if necessary Restart the ice maker by lowering the ice maker arm Discard ice produced within the first 12 hours at least the first three harvests Preparing to move Follow the above instructions for long vacations absences through step 7 Secure all loose items such as shelves and drawers by taping them securely in place to prevent damage Tape the doors shut Use an appliance dolly when moving the refrigerator Always truck the refrigerator from its side or back never from its front Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position during moving Operating Sounds Improvements in refrigeration design may produce sounds in your new refrigerator that are different or were not present in an older model These improvements were made to create a refrigerator th
16. avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death observe the following Disconnect power to refrigerator before removing doors or drawer Connect power only after replacing doors or drawer 44 CAUTION To avoid damage to walls and flooring protect vinyl or other flooring with cardboard rugs or other protective material _ a Unplug power cord from power source Remove toe grille and bottom hinge cover s see pages 7 and 8 g Remove top hinge cover from ps refrigerator door by removing Phillips i screw and retain screw and cover for later use Unscrew s hex head screws from top hinge to remove hinge and retain all screws for later use Lift right side refrigerator door from center hinge pin Remove door closure from center hinge pin on the right side and retain for later G use door closure Disconnect wire harness on top of left side refrigerator door top hinge Release two pin connector by pressing junction point with a flat blade screwdriver or fingernail Green ground wire remains attached to the hinge 7 Unscrew e hex head screws from top hinge to remove hinge and retain for later use Lift left side refrigerator door along with top hinge from center hinge pin Remove center hinge pin with a e hex head driver and retain hinge pin for later use Remove Phillips screws to remove right and left hinges
17. binet Surfaces At times the front of the refrigerator cabinet may be warm to the touch This is a normal occurrence that helps prevent moisture from condensing on the cabinet This condition will be more noticeable when you first start the refrigerator during hot weather and after excessive or lengthy door openings Temperature Controls Adjusting the Controls 24 hours after adding food you may decide that one or both compartments should be colder or warmer If so adjust the control s as indicated in the Temperature Control Guide table below See page 18 for instructions on checking compartment temperature Except when starting the refrigerator do not change either control more than one number at a time Allow 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize Changing either control will have some effect on the temperature of the other compartment Temperature Control Guide Refrigerator too warm Set the refrigerator control to next higher number by gt pad pressing the Refrigerator too cold Set the refrigerator control to next lower number by pressing the gt pad Set the freezer control to next higher number by pressing the gt pad Freezer too warm Set the freezer control to next lower number by pressing the pad Freezer too cold Turn refrigerator OFF Press the refrigerator or freezer pad until a dash appears in the display Moisture Control Switch select mode
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19. death disconnect power to observe the following refrigerator before cleaning After cleaning connect power Read and follow manufacturer s directions for all cleaning products Do not place buckets shelves or accessories in dishwasher Cracking or warping of accessories may result Refrigerator Cleaning Chart PART Textured Doors and Exterior Cabinet Interior Stainless Steel Doors and Exterior IMPORTANT Damage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of cleaning products or non recommended products is not covered under this product s warranty Door Gaskets Condenser Coil Remove base grille to access Condenser Fan Outlet Grille See back of refrigerator Accessories Shelves buckets drawers etc DO NOT USE Abrasive or harsh cleaners Ammonia Chlorine bleach Concentrated detergents or solvents Metal or plastic textured scouring pads Abrasive or harsh cleaners Ammonia Chlorine bleach Concentrated detergents or solvents Metal or plastic textured scouring pads Vinegar based products Citrus based cleaners Abrasive or harsh cleaners Metal or plastic textured scouring pads Anything other than a vacuum cleaner A dishwasher To order call 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Use 4 tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in 1 quart 1 liter warm soapy water Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately to avoid water spots Use warm soapy water and a
20. erating Hissing or Defrost heater K hisses sizzles or pops when popping operational 25 26 Troubleshooting PROBLEM Freezer control and lights are on but compressor is not operating POSSIBLE CAUSES e Refrigerator is in defrost mode Crisper drawer temperature is too warm Refrigerator control settings are too low Refrigerator does not operate Refrigerator is not plugged in Control is not on Fuse is blown or circuit breaker needs to be reset Power outage has occurred Refrigerator still won t operate Refrigerator is malfunctioning Food temperature Condenser coils are dirty is too cold Refrigerator or freezer controls are set too high Food temperature is too warm Door is not closing properly Controls need to be adjusted Condenser coils are dirty Rear air grille is blocked Door has been opened frequently or has been opened for long periods of time Food has recently been added WHAT TO DO Normal operation Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator restarts See page 14 to adjust controls Plug in refrigerator See page 14 to adjust your controls Replace any blown fuses Check circuit breaker and reset if necessary Call local power company listing to report outage Unplug refrigerator and transfer food to another refrigerator If another refrigerator is not available place dry ice in freezer section to pr
21. eserve food Warranty does not cover food loss Contact service for assistance Clean according to the chart on page 21 See page 14 to adjust your controls Refrigerator is not level See page 7 for details on how to level your refrigerator Check gaskets for proper seal Clean if necessary according to the chart on page 21 Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door from closing properly i e improperly closed drawers ice buckets oversized or improperly stored containers etc See page 14 to adjust your controls Clean according to the chart on page 21 Check the positioning of food items in refrigerator to make sure grille is not blocked Rear air grilles are located under crisper drawers Reduce time door is open Organize food items efficiently to assure door is open for as short a time as possible Allow time for recently added food to reach refrigerator or freezer temperature Refrigerator has Compartment is dirty or has odor Clean according to instructions on page 21 an odor causing food Water droplets form on outside of refrigerator Check gaskets for proper seal e Humidity levels are high Controls require adjustment Clean according to the chart on page 21 Hot humid weather can increase condensation Press button on control to reduce moisture See page 14 to adjust your controls Troubleshooting PROBLEM Water droplets form on inside of refrigerator
22. ff valve requires a hole to be drilled into water supply line before valve attachment e Adjustable wrench 4 hex nut driver Note e You should only use copper tubing for installation Plastic is less durable and can cause damage Add 8 to tubing length needed to reach water supply for creation of service loop 2 diameter minimum Y Create service loop with copper tubing minimum 2 diameter Avoid kinks in the copper tubing when bending it into a service loop N Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port 3 Place brass nut A and sleeve B A on copper tube end as illustrated K Reminder Do not use an old E 03 sleeve ET gt Place end of copper tubing into water valve inlet port Shape tubing slightly Do not kink so that tubing feeds straight into inlet port Slide brass nut over sleeve and screw nut into inlet port Tighten nut with wrench al 6 Pull on tubing to confirm connection is L secure Connect tubing to frame with C water tubing clamp C and turn on water supply Check for leaks and correct if necessary Continue to observe the water supply connection for two to three hours prior to moving the refrigerator to its permanent Z location 7 Monitor water connection for 24 hours Correct leaks if necessary Installation Opening and Closing You
23. foods Leave space between the packages so cold air can circulate freely allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible Avoid storing hard to freeze foods such as ice cream and orange juice on the freezer door shelves These foods are best stored in the freezer interior where the temperature varies less with door openings Refer to the Food Storage Chart on pages 19 and 20 for approximate storage times Food Storage Tips Food Storage Chart Storage times are approximate and may vary depending on type of packaging storage temperature and the quality of the food when purchased FOODS REFRIGERATOR FREEZER STORAGE TIPS Butter 1 month 6 to 9 months Wrap tightly or cover Milk and cream 1 week Not recommended Check carton date Close tightly Don t return unused portions to original container Don t freeze cream unless whipped Cream cheese cheese 1 to 2 weeks Not recommended Wrap tightly spread and cheese food Cottage cheese 3 to 5 days Not recommended Store in original carton Check carton date Sour cream 10 days Not recommended Store in original carton Check carton date Hard cheese 1 to 2 months 4 to 6 months Wrap tightly Swiss Cheddar and Parmesan May become Cut off any mold crumbly Eggs in the shell 3 weeks Not recommended Refrigerate small ends down Leftover yolks or whites 2 to 4 days 9 to 12 months For each cup of yolks to be frozen add 1 tsp sugar for use in sweet or 1
24. g Your Refrigerator NEVER transport refrigerator on its side If an upright position is not possible lay refrigerator on its back Allow refrigerator to sit upright for approximately 30 minutes before plugging it in to assure oil returns to the compressor Plugging the refrigerator in immediately may cause damage to internal parts Use an appliance dolly when moving refrigerator ALWAYS truck refrigerator from its side or back NEVER from its front Protect outside finish of refrigerator during transport by wrapping cabinet in blankets or inserting padding between the refrigerator and dolly Secure refrigerator to dolly firmly with straps or bungee cords Thread straps through handles when possible Do not overtighten Overtightening restraints may dent or damage outside finish Leveling 44 CAUTION To protect property and refrigerator from damage observe the following Protect vinyl or other flooring with cardboard rugs or other protective material Do not use power tools when performing leveling procedure To enhance the appearance and maintain performance the refrigerator should be level Note Complete any required door reversal panel installation and or a water supply connection before leveling Materials Needed hex head driver e Carpenter s level 1 Remove toe grille WS Grasp firmly and pull outward y to unclip a 2 Remove bottom hinge cover s Place the eraser e
25. ghtly sealed containers to prevent recurring odors 7 Reconnect power to refrigerator and return food to refrigerator 8 Allow the refrigerator to cool 9 After 24 hours check if odor has been eliminated If odor is still present 1 Remove drawers and place on top shelf of refrigerator 2 Pack refrigerator and freezer sections including doors with crumpled sheets of black and white newspaper 3 Place charcoal briquettes randomly on crumpled newspaper in both freezer and refrigerator compartments 4 Close doors and let stand 24 to 48 hours Energy Saving Tips Avoid overcrowding refrigerator shelves Overcrowding reduces air circulation around food and causes refrigerator to run longer Avoid adding too much warm food to refrigerator at one time This overloads compartments and slows rate of cooling Do not use aluminum foil wax paper or paper toweling as shelf liners This decreases air flow and causes refrigerator to run less efficiently A freezer that is two thirds full runs most efficiently Locate refrigerator in coolest part of room Avoid areas of direct sunlight or near heating ducts registers or other heat producing appliances If this is not possible isolate exterior by using a section of cabinet or an added layer of insulation Clean door gaskets every three months according to cleaning instructions This will assure that door seals properly and refrigerator runs efficiently
26. ls Off The refrigerator uses more energy when this switch is off because a heater located in the hinged seal section of the door is running This heater helps prevent condensation formation on the exterior of the hinged seal Turn the switch OFF when the environment is warm and more humid or if moisture is noticed on the door exterior On This setting saves energy by not using the heater Turn the switch ON when the environment is less humid Fresh Food Features Shelves 44 CAUTION To avoid personal injury or property damage observe the following Never attempt to adjust a shelf that is loaded with food Confirm shelf is secure before placing items on shelf Handle tempered glass shelves carefully Shelves may break suddenly if nicked scratched or exposed to sudden temperature change Your refrigerator has Spillproof Glass Shelves The Spillproof shelves have a spill retainer edge which allows for easier clean up and some are equipped with a slide out feature To slide out grasp the front of the shelf and pull forward Push in the shelf to return to the original position To Remove a Shelf the rear of the shelf then pull the shelf straight out To Lock the Shelf Into Another Position Tilt up the front edge of the shelf Insert the hook into the desired frame openings and let the shelf settle into place e Be sure the shelf is securely locked at the rear The Crisper Top
27. n or water connection Check water connection procedure see page 12 Self piercing and saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the line over time Sears is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection Water pressure must be between 35 to 100 pounds per square inch to function properly A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per square inch is recommended for refrigerators with water filters Adjust freezer control see page 14 Freezer is recommended to be approximately 0 F 18 C Water pressure must be between 35 to 100 pounds per square inch to function properly A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per square inch is recommended for refrigerators with water filters Check water connection procedure in your Installation Instructions Self piercing and e saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the line over time Sears is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection Open water valve completely and check for leaks Turn off water supply and remove kinks If kinks cannot be removed replace tubing Get it fixed at your home or ours Your Home 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 professio
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29. nd of a pencil or similar blunt tool in the cover notch Notch N Location Use slight pressure to pry the cover loose 3 Using hex head driver turn the front adjustment screws A on each side to raise or lower the front of the refrigerator Continue to maintain downward pressure to the notched side of the cover while swinging it off Installation 4 Using the hex head driver turn each of these adjustment screws B to raise or lower the rear of the refrigerator 5 Using the carpenter s level make sure front of refrigerator is Y 6 mm or bubble higher than back of refrigerator and that the refrigerator is level from side to side 6 Turn stabilizing legs C clockwise until firmly against floor 7 Turn adjustment screws A counterclockwise to allow the full weight of the refrigerator to rest on the stabilizing legs 8 Replace hinge cover s Position cover into the outer edge of the hinge Swing the cover toward the cabinet and snap it into place 9 Replace the toe grille Note For proper reinstallation ensure the top marking on the interior of the toe grille is oriented correctly Align the toe grille mounting clips with the lower cabinet slots Push the toe grille firmly until it snaps into place Door and Drawer Removal Some installations require door drawer removal to transport the refrigerator to its final location A WARNING To
30. nstrument out of the mold itself Do not try to save individual cheese slices soft cheese cottage cheese cream sour cream or yogurt when mold appears Dairy Food e Most dairy foods such as milk yogurt sour cream and cottage cheese have freshness dates on their cartons for appropriate length of storage Store these foods in the original carton and refrigerate immediately after purchasing and after each use Frozen Food Storage The freezer compartment of a refrigerator should be kept at approximately 0 F 18 C To check the temperature place an appliance thermometer between the frozen packages and check after 24 hours If the temperature is above 0 F 18 C adjust the control as described on page 14 A freezer operates more efficiently when it is at least two thirds full Packaging Foods for Freezing To minimize 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 be sure they are tightly sealed Trapped air can cause the food to dry out change color and develop an off flavor freezer burn Overwrap fresh meats and poultry with suitable freezer wrap prior to freezing Do not refreeze meat that has completely thawed Loading the Freezer 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
31. nt 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 Sears has over 12 000 professional repair specialists who have access to over 4 5 million quality parts and accessories That s the kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase for years to come Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today Some limitations and exclusions apply For prices and additional information call 1 800 827 6655 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 call 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 In Canada Maintenance Agreements Your purchase has added value because you can depend on Sears HomeCentral for service With over 2 400 Service Technicians and more than a million parts and accessories we have the tools parts knowledge and skills to back our pledge We Service What We Sell Your Kenmore product is designed manufactured and tested to provide years of dependable operation But like all products it may require service from time to time The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an outstanding service program affordably priced Sears Maintenance Agreement Is your way to buy tomorrow s service at today s price Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal wear and tea
32. ntly to assure door is open for as short a time as possible Allow interior environment to adjust for period the door has been opened Normal operation Allow time for recently added food to reach refrigerator or freezer temperature Evaluate your refrigerator s environment Refrigerator may need to be moved to run more efficiently Clean if necessary according to the chart on page 21 See page 14 to adjust your controls Refrigerator is not level See page 7 for details on how to level your refrigerator Check gaskets for proper seal Clean if necessary according to the chart on page 21 Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door from closing properly i e improperly closed drawers ice buckets oversized or improperly stored containers etc See Operating Sounds on page 25 28 Ice PROBLEM Refrigerator is leaking water Ice forms in inlet tube to ice maker Water flow is slower than normal Troubleshooting POSSIBLE CAUSES e Plastic tubing was used to complete water connection Improper saddle valve was installed Water pressure is too low Freezer temperature is too high Water pressure is too low Improper saddle valve was installed Copper tubing has kinks WHAT TO DO The manufacturer recommends using copper tubing for installation Plastic is less durable and can cause leakage Sears is not responsible for property damage due to improper installatio
33. ons for water electrical power and grounding must comply with local codes and be made by licensed personnel when required Keep your refrigerator in good condition Bumping or dropping refrigerator can damage refrigerator or cause refrigerator to malfunction or leak If damage occurs have refrigerator checked by qualified service technician Replace worn power cords and or loose plugs Always read and follow manufacturer s storage and ideal environment instructions for items being stored in refrigerator Your refrigerator should not be operated in the presence of explosive fumes Children should not climb hang or stand on any part of the refrigerator Clean up spills or water leakage associated with water installation SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS y Warranty Warranty Full One Year Warranty on Refrigerator For one year from the date of purchase when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with it Sears will repair it free of charge if defective in material or workmanship The ice and water filter cartridge is an extendable part which Sears will only replace free of charge for 30 days from date of purchase if defective in material or workmanship Full Five Year Warranty on Sealed Refrigeration System For five years from the date of purchase when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according to instructions attached
34. owards the rail until it clicks 5 With rails pulled out to full extension set the basket straight down into the basket cradles Basket cradle snap attachments 4 6 Slide upper basket into freezer Make sure that rear of basket hooks behind rail catch 10 Installation Door Reinstallation 1 Install hinge assemblies e Install top hinge loosely with s hex head screws e Install center hinge with Phillips screws 2 Place hinge side of refrigerator door on center hinge pin 3 While holding refrigerator door upright tighten down top hinge with s hex head driver 4 Reconnect two pin connector 5 Replace top hinge covers Handles If not installed the handle is located in the interior of the fresh food section or attached to the back of your refrigerator Remove and discard handle packaging and tape Handle design varies from refrigerator to refrigerator Please reference the appropriate instructions for your model below Front Mount Handle Materials Needed Gloves to protect hands Phillips screwdriver e Plastic door removal card or 2 thick plastic card Retain the card To Install 1 The handles are to be oriented as shown 2 Align front mount door handle clip with the door tabs 3 Ensure the handle clips are positioned slightly above the door tabs 4 Rotate the handle so that the handle is flat against the door al
35. p the ice maker when the water supply is to be shut off for several hours To Remove the Ice Bin Pull it forward away from the ice maker To avoid the ice maker dumping ice while the bin is removed turn the ice maker off by raising the sensor arm To Install the Ice Bin Reverse the above procedure Turn the ice maker on by lowering the sensor arm A WARNING To avoid personal injury or property damage observe the following Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in This will help protect you from possible injury It will also prevent interference with moving parts of the ejector mechanism and the heating element that releases the cubes Under certain rare circumstances ice cubes may be discolored usually appearing with a green bluish hue The cause of this unusual discoloration can be a combination of factors such as certain characteristics of local waters household plumbing and the accumulation of copper salts in an inactive water supply line which feeds the ice maker Continued consumption of such discolored ice cubes may be injurious to health If such discoloration is observed discard the ice cubes and contact your dealer to purchase and install a water line filter Water damage due to improper water connection may cause mold mildew growth Clean up water and ice spills to avoid personal injury and to prevent mold mildew growth 18
36. r Provides phone support from a Sears technician on products requiring in home repair Even if you don t need repairs provides an annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request to ensure that your product is in proper running condition Some limitations apply For information about Sears Canada Maintenance Agreements call 1 800 361 6665 Installation Your refrigerator was packed carefully for shipment Remove and discard shelf packaging and tape Do not remove the serial plate Location Do not install refrigerator near oven radiator or other heat source If not possible shield refrigerator with cabinet material Do not install where temperature falls below 55 F 13 C or rises above 110 F 43 C Malfunction may occur at this temperature Refrigerator is designed for indoor household application only Measuring the Opening When installing your refrigerator measure carefully Allow Y space at top and Y space behind the machine compartment cover located in the rear for proper air circulation Subflooring or floor coverings i e carpet tile wood floors rugs may make your opening smaller than anticipated Some clearance may be gained by using the leveling procedure under Leveling Important If refrigerator is to be installed into a recess where the top of the refrigerator is completely covered use distance from floor to top of hinge cap to verify proper clearance Transportin
37. r Fresh Food Doors Your new refrigerator is uniquely designed with two fresh food doors Either door can be opened or closed independently of one another There is a vertically hinged section on the left fresh food door called the SmartSeal When the left door is closed the hinged section automatically forms a seal between the two doors when both doors are closed When the left door is opened the SmartSeal automatically folds inward so that it is out of the way A WARNING To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death DO NOT attempt to remove the SmartSeal from the fresh food section CAUTION To avoid possible product damage ALWAYS verify that the SmartSeal is folded against the edge of the door prior to closing SmartSeal 13 14 Touch Temperature Controls The controls are located at the top front of the refrigerator compartment Note The freezer control turns the cooling system on Neither section will cool if freezer is set to OFF Control Initial Control Settings After plugging the refrigerator in set the controls Pressing the gt or pads adjusts the controls to the desired setting The temperature control range for both compartments is 1 through 7 coldest Initially set the refrigerator control on 4 Initially set the freezer control on 4 Let the refrigerator run at least 8 to 12 hours before adding food Warm Ca
38. serves as the lower fresh food shelf To Remove the Crisper Top e Place hand under the frame to push up the glass Lift glass out Lift frame from refrigerator liner rails To Install Replace frame in refrigerator liner rails Carefully replace glass into frame Door Storage Dairy Center The Dairy Center provides convenient door storage for spreadable items such as butter and margarine This compartment can be moved to different locations to accommodate storage needs To use the dairy center raise the cover To Remove e Raise the cover pull upward and tilt out To Install Slide the Dairy Center in and down until firmly seated in the door liner Door Buckets Door Buckets can be moved to meet storage needs To Remove Slide bucket up and pull straight out To Install Slide bucket in and down until firmly seated in the door liner Adjustable Deep Tilt Out Door Buckets The Adjustable Deep Tilt Out Door Bucket provides easy access to food items stored in the door To Remove Bucket Tilt bucket out Pull straight out of the bracket To Install Bucket Tilt the front of the bucket down slightly Slide into bracket and tip upright To Move Bucket Frame to Another Location e Remove bucket Lift bracket up and pull straight out Place the bracket in a new location Fresh Food Features Crisper Drawers The Crisper Drawers provide a higher humidity
39. t bulb 5 Replace bulb with appliance bulb no greater than 40 watts 6 Insert front tabs of light cover into slots in freezer liner and snap rear portion over light assembly until rear tab engages 23 24 Care and Cleaning Preparing for Vacation For short vacations or absences three months or less 1 Remove all perishables 2 If no one will be checking in on the refrigerator during your absence remove all frozen items also 3 Since your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker Shut off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time After the last load of ice drops raise the wire shut off arm to the OFF position Empty the ice bin 4 If the room temperature will drop below 55 F 13 C follow the instructions for longer absences For long vacations absences more than three months OR if the room temperature will drop below 55 F 13 C 1 Remove food 2 Since your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker Shut off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time After the last load of ice drops raise the wire shut off arm to the OFF position Empty the ice bin 3 Turn the freezer control to OFF 4 Unplug the refrigerator 5 Thoroughly clean the interior of both compartments with a baking soda solution and a clean soft cloth four tablespoons of baking soda in one quart of warm water 6 Dry thoroughly N Le
40. to or furnished with it Sears will repair the sealed system consisting of refrigerant connecting tubing and compressor motor free of charge if defective in material or workmanship The above warranty coverage applies only to refrigerators which are used for storage of food for private household purposes It excludes original Kenmore ice and water filter cartridges which Sears will replace free of charge for only 30 days from the date of purchase if defective in material or workmanship Warranty service is available by contacting Sears at 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Sears Roebuck and Co Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Reverse Osmosis Water Systems Some Reverse Osmosis home water systems cause low water pressure Low water pressure can affect the water and ice dispensing system by causing small or hollow ice cubes and slow water flow from the dispenser Service problems related to the home s Reverse Osmosis water system are not covered by the warranty Product Record In the space below record the model and serial numbers and purchase date of your refrigerator You will find the model and serial number sticker inside the refrigerator section on the left wall Model Number 596 Serial Number Pur
41. tsp salt for non sweet dishes Apples 1 month 8 months cooked May also store unripe or hard apples at 60 to 70 F 16 to 21 C Bananas 2 to 4 days 6 months Ripen at room temperature before whole peeled refrigerating Note Bananas will darken when refrigerated Pears plums avocados 3 to 4 days Not recommended Ripen at room temperature before refrigerating Note Avocados will darken when refrigerated Berries cherries apricots 2 to 3 days 6 months Ripen at room temperature before refrigerating Grapes 3 to 5 days 1 month whole Ripen at room temperature before refrigerating Citrus fruits 1 to 2 weeks Not recommended May also store at 60 to 70 F 16 to 21 C If refrigerated store uncovered Pineapples cut 2 to 3 days 6 to 12 months Will not ripen after purchase Use quickly 20 Food Storage Tips 6 6 B gt U U U U 8 gt VEGETABLES Asparagus 1 to 2 days 8 to 10 months Do not wash before refrigerating Store in crisper Brussels sprouts broccoli 3 to 5 days 8 to 10 months Wrap odorous foods cauliflower green peas Leave peas in pods lima beans onions peppers Cabbage celery 1 to 2 weeks Not recommended Wrap odorous foods and refrigerate in crisper Carrots parsnips beets and 7 to 10 days 8 to 10 months Remove tops Wrap odorous foods turnips and refrigerate in the crisper Lett
42. uce 7 to 10 days Not recommended POULTRY and FISH Chicken and Turkey whole 1 to 2 days 12 months Keep in original packaging for Chicken and Turkey pieces 1 to 2 days 9 months HTH aco aie meat ane cheese drawer When freezing longer Fish 1 to 2 days 2 to 6 months than two weeks overwrap with freezer wrap MEATS Bacon 7 days 1 month Beef or lamb ground 1 to 2 days 3 to 4 months Fresh meats can be kept in original packaging for refrigeration Beef or lamb roast and steak 3 to 5 days 6 to 9 months Place in the meat and cheese drawer When freezing longer than two weeks overwrap with freezer wrap Ham fully cooked whole 7 days 1 to 2 months half 5 days 1 to 2 months slices 3 days 1 to 2 months Luncheon meat 3 to 5 days 1 to 2 months Unopened vacuum packed luncheon meat may be kept up to two weeks in the meat and cheese drawer Pork roast 3 to 5 days 4 to 6 months Pork chops 3 to 5 days 4 months Sausage ground 1 to 2 days 1 to 2 months Sausage smoked 7 days 1 to 2 months Veal 3 to 5 days 4 to 6 months Frankfurters 7 days 1 month Processed meats should be tightly wrapped and stored in the meat and cheese drawer Sources United States Department of Agriculture Food Marketing Institute Cooperative Extension Service lowa State University Care and Cleaning A WARNING To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe A CAUTION To avoid personal injury or property damage personal injury or
43. usted Do not place leafy vegetables in the Gourmet Pantry drawer Colder temperatures could damage leafy produce To Remove Drawer Lift lid Pull drawer out to full extension Tilt up front of pantry and pull straight out To Install Drawer gt Push metal glide rails to the back of the refrigerator Place drawer onto rails and slide drawer back until it falls into place To Remove Divider Pull drawer completely out and raise the front of the divider to unhook it from the rear wall of the pantry and lift it out To Install Divider Hook back of divider over rear wall of pantry and lower into place gt Freezer Features 44 DANGER To prevent accidental child entrapment or suffocation risk do not remove the divider in the top freezer basket Upper Wire Basket To Remove Pull upper basket out to full extension and lift out to remove To Install Slide upper basket into freezer Make sure that rear of basket hooks behind rail catch Note See page 9 for lower basket and complete pullout drawer instructions Ice Automatic Ice Maker Connect the ice maker to the water supply as instructed on page 12 Proper water flow and a level refrigerator are essential for optimal ice maker performance Operating Instructions Confirm ice bin is in place and ice maker arm is down After freezer section reaches between 0 to 2 F 18 to 17 C ice maker fills with
44. wer supply cord with three prong grounding plug Grounding type wall receptacle To reduce risk of fire electric shock serious injury or death when using your refrigerator follow these basic precautions including the following 1 Read all instructions before using the refrigerator Observe all local codes and ordinances 2 3 4 Be sure to follow grounding instructions Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure this appliance is properly grounded Do not ground to a gas line Do not ground to a cold water pipe Refrigerator is designed to operate on a separate 115 volt 15 amp 60 cycle line Do not modify plug on power cord If plug does not fit electrical outlet have proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Do not use a two prong adapter extension cord or power strip Do not remove warning tag from power cord Do not tamper with refrigerator controls Do not service or replace any part of refrigerator unless specifically recommended in Use amp Care Guide or published user repair instructions Do not attempt service if instructions are not under stood or if they are beyond personal skill level Always disconnect refrigerator from electrical supply before attempting any service Disconnect power cord by grasping the plug not the cord Install refrigerator according to Installation Instructions All connecti
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