Fisher-Price J2457 Baby Monitor User Manual
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1. Record Serial Model Numbers 2 A A 2 3 o AAA 3 Canada Limited Warranty 4 Protection Agreements 5 Installation ooooonononononcncononononenenenenenoss 6 7 Door Removal Instructions 8 Features At A Glance 05 9 Temperature Controls 2 00 10 Looking Inside icons tes sceeactsetes 11 13 Automatic Ice amp Water Dispenser 14 16 Front ice and Water Filter ooo 17 Food Storage Energy Saving Tips 18 Normal Operating Sounds amp Sights 19 Care 8 Cleaning cococococccccnononononaninnnoss 20 21 Before You Call aocococococononconononononononanono 22 25 remeras Please Read All Instructions Before A WARNING _ Using This Refrigerator FOR YOUR SAFETY Donotstore or use gasoline or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Read product labels for warnings regarding flammability and other hazards Do not operate the refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice maker Remove all staples from the carton Staples can cause severe cuts and also destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture CHILD SAFETY Destroy or recycle the carton plastic bags and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the refrigerator is unpacked Children should NEVER use these items to play Cartons cove2. Kenmore l Side by Side Refrigerator Use amp Care Guide Lado a Lado Refrigerador Guia para su uso y cuidado Compartiments Cote a Cote Refrig rateur Guide d utilisation et d entretien Sears Roebuck and Co Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2B8 www sears com 240577300 0301 SIVONVYS TONVAS oe Welcome amp Congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator We here at Sears are very proud of our product and we are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible Your satisfaction is our 1 priority We know you ll enjoy your new refrigerator and Thank You for choosing our product We hope you consider us for future purchases PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This Owner s Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model Use your refrigerator only as instructed in this manual These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing operating and maintaining any appliance Please record your model and serial numbers below for future reference This information is found on the serial plate located inside the refrigerator compartment NOTE Use only soap and water to Model Number 253 or 970 Serial Number Purchase Date TABLE OF CONTENTS
3. Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs Before adjusting the shelves remove all food Cantilever shelves are supported at the back of the refrigerator To adjust cantilever shelves Lift front edge up Pull shelf out Replace the shelf by inserting the hooks at rear of the shelf into the wall bracket Lower the shelf into the desired slots and lock into position SpillProof glass shelves some models catch and hold accidental spills In some models the SpilfProof shelves slide out for easy access to food and for fast cleaning The shelves slide out independently of their mounting brackets Just pull the front of the shelf forward Shelves can be extended as far as the stopper will allow but are not removable from their mounting brackets Cantilever Glass Shelf DOOR STORAGE TALL BOTTLE RETAINER SOME MODELS Door bins and shelves are provided for convenient storage The Tall Bottle Retainer keeps tall containers in the bin of jars bottles and cans Frequently used items can be from falling forward when opening or closing the quickly selected refrigerator door To install hold the retainer at the top and Some models have door bins that can accommodate slide it over the outside wall of the bin as shown in the gallon sized plastic drink containers and economy sized diagram The Tall Bottle Retainer works best with a Bin jars and containers Some bins are adjustable for Snugger m
4. either repair or supply replacement part for _ How long warranted _ from date of sale The Compressor TEN 10 YEARS TEN 10 YEARS FIVE 5 YEARS The Sealed System consisting of refrigerant FIVE 5 YEARS FIVE 5 YEARS FIVE 5 YEARS evaporator and condenser All other parts or ONE 1 YEAR ONE 1 YEAR ONE 1 YEAR Normal Responsibility of the Customer The following items since they are not manufacturing defects are not included in the warranty but are the _ responsibility of the customer 1 Damage to finish after delivery 2 Improper power supply low voltage or any defects in the house wiring system or appliance not connected to electric outlet Replacement of light bulbs Damage caused by moving the product from its original installation 5 Service required as a result of alteration abuse fire floods or acts of God Providing adequate air circulation to the refrigerating system Proper use and care of product as listed in the customer s manual proper setting of the controls If any service is required under this warranty simply call 1 800 FOR MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty The above warranty covers Kenmore Refrigerators sold and operated in Canada only and shall not apply if the refrigerator is used for other than domestic purposes Sears Maintenance Agreement Maintain the value of your Kenmore refrigerator with a Sears Maintenance
5. 5 pounds of ice every 24 hours Extra ice should produce up to 8 pounds of ice every 24 hours See PROBLEM section TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM Turn on household water line valve if it is replace the ice amp water filter cartridge Move item and release wire signal arm Remove any ice cubes that are frozen together over the wire signal arm Remove and shake ice container to separate cubes The ice amp water filter cartridge may be clogged Replace filter cartridge Cover foods tightly Discard stale ice ice maker will produce fresh supply Add filter to water supply line Consult a water purifying company Discard stale ice When the first supply of ice is dropped into the container the dispenser should operate Turn freezer control to a higher setting so that ice cubes will be made When first supply of ice is made dispenser should operate Open household waier line valve Allow sufficient time for the ice to be made When ice is made the dispenser should operate Ensure freezer door is closed Motor is overloaded Motor overload protector will reset in approximately 3 minutes ice can then be dispensed Remove ice container thaw and empty the contents Clean container wipe dry and replace in proper position When new ice is made dispenser should operate Remove ice cubes that are jamming the dispenser Use the dispenser often so that cubes do not freeze together The ice amp water filter cartr
6. See e Mild liquid sprays illustration on page 6 Vacuum backside and wipe with sudsy e Vacuum attachment cloth or sponge Rinse and dry Exterior and 4 Handles e Soap and water Clean stainless steel front and handles with soapy water Use Stainless e Ammonia ammonia on stubborn spots Use a non abrasive stainless steel Steel Models Stainless Steel cleaner These cleaners can be purchased at most home Only Cleaners improvement or major department stores Condenser e Vacuum attachment Use the dusting tool attachment on your vacuum to remove dust Coils build up on the condenser coils see item J in illustration on page 20 REPLACING LIGHT BULBS 1 Unplug refrigerator 2 Wear gloves as protection against possible broken glass 3 Remove light cover if necessary 4 Unscrew and replace old bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage 5 Replace light cover if necessary 6 Remember to plug the refrigerator back in Refrigerator Light Replacement Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of 3 weeks or less Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment Turn automatic ice maker off even if you will only be gone for a few days Short Vacations Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more Turn controls to O the OFF position and disconnect power Long Turn off automatic ice maker and turn water supply valve to closed position Vacations Clean interior
7. To freeze food at a faster rate to preserve freshness push the Touch Pad for 3 5 seconds to activate this FREEZE feature A green light will appear above the Touch Pad Push the Touch Pa again for 3 5 seconds to deactivate RAPID To increase ice production for special occasions such as parties push the Touch Pad E for 3 5 seconds to ICE activate this feature A green light will appear above the Touch Pad Push the Touch Pad 12 again for 3 5 seconds to deactivate CUBE Press the CUBE Touch PadfBto get cubed ice A green light will appear above the Touch Pad Press glass against ICE dispensing paddle 48 as far up as possible to catch all ice CRUSH Press the CRUSH Touch Pad to get crushed ice A green light will appear above the Touch Pad Press glass against ICE dispensing paddle fs as far up as possible to catch all ice water is dispensed Replace light bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage FILTER The FILTER RESET indicator light above the Touch Pad E will light up each time the dispenser is used The RESET following filter light indications are The filter is still operating within its specified life cycle LIGHT Press the LIGHT Touch Pad to turn on dispenser light The light also turns on automatically when ice and or The filter has reached approximately 80 of its useful life This is the recommended time to purchase a replacement filter Red The filter is 100 used up Change the filter as soon as possible After the
8. door less often long Open containers Keep containers covered Water collects on bottom Vegetables contain and give It is not unusual to have moisture on the bottom side of side of drawer cover off moisture the cover Move humidity control some models to lower setting Water collects in bottom of e Washed vegetables and fruit e Dry items before putting them in the drawer Water drawer drain while in the drawer collecting in bottom of drawer is normal WATER MOISTURE FROST OUTSIDE REFRIGERATOR Moisture collects on Weather is humid This is normal in humid weather When humidity is outside of refrigerator or lower the moisture should disappear between doors Door is slightly open causing See PROBLEM section OPENING CLOSING OF cold air from inside refrigerator DOORS DRAWERS to meet warm air from outside AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER ice maker is not making ice maker wire signal arm is in Move wire signal arm to the down or ON position any ice the up or OFF position Household water line valve is Turn on household water line valve not open Freezer is not cold enough See PROBLEM section TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM Saddle valve on cold water Turn off household water line valve Remove valve pipe is clogged or restricted by Ensure that valve is not a self piercing saddle valve foreign material Clean valve Replace valve if necessary Check to see if the water If not the ice amp water filter cartridge is clogged or disp
9. grille See To Remove Toe Grille 2 Use flat blade screwdriver or 3 8 socket wrench to adjust front rollers Cabinet 3 Check both doors to be sure seals touch cabinet on all four sides Installation 0 Ice Mi ker ury disc nnect the refrigerator p yt t bing made of 4 piaatie i is not Before Installing The Water 7 Supply Line You Will Need Basic Tools adjustable wrench flat blade screwdriver and Phillips screwdriver Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 100 psi Awater supply line made of inch 6 4 mm OD copper tubing To determine the length of copper tubing needed you will need to measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water pipe Then add approximately 7 feet 2 1 meters so the refrigerator can be moved out for cleaning as shown Ashutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system DO NOT use a self piercing type shutoff valve Acompression nut and ferrule sleeve for connecting the water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve st It contains 25 feet 7 6 meters of 4 ompression nuts 2 ferrules NOTE A water line kitis available from y _inch OD copper tubing a saddle type sh sleeves and instructions for installing a water supply To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve 1 Disconnect refrigerator
10. 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 guaranteed professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters in the U S A call 1 800 4MY HOME In Canada Maintenance Agreements Your purchase has added value because you can depend on Sears HomeCentral for service With over 2400 Service Technicians and access to over 900 000 parts and accessories we have the tools parts knowledge and skills to ensure the pledge We Service What We Sell Your Kenmore appliance is designed manufactured and tested to provide years of dependable operation Yet any major appliance may require service from time to time The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an outstanding service program affordably priced The Sears Maintenance Agreement e ls your way to buy tomorrow s service at today s price Eliminate repair bills resulting from normal wear and tear e Provides for non technica
11. setting Meat should be stored at a temperature just below the freezing point for maximum fresh storage time It is normal for ice crystals to form due to the moisture content of meat TEMPERATURES ARE TOO WARM Freezer Refrigerator Doors are opened too Warm air enters the refrigerator whenever the door is temperature is too warm frequently or too long opened Open the door less often Door is slightly open See PROBLEM section OPENING CLOSING OF DOORS DRAWERS Condenser is dirty Clean condenser See Care amp Cleaning Chart in Care and Cleaning section PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Freezer temperature is too Freezer control is set too Set freezer control to a colder setting Allow 24 hours warm Refrigerator warm for temperature to stabilize temperature is satisfactory Refrigerator temperature is Refrigerator control is set too Set refrigerator control to a colder setting Allow 24 too warm Freezer warm hours for temperature to stabilize temperature is satisfactory Temperature in the Meat Meat Keeper Temperature Adjust Meat Keeper Temperature Control to a colder Keeper is too warm some Control is set too warm setting models WATER MOISTURE FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR Moisture collects on inside e Weather is hot and humid The rate of frost buildup and internal sweating of refrigerator walls increases Door is slightly open See PROBLEM section OPENING CLOSING OF DOORS DRAWERS Door is opened too often or too Open
12. thoroughly Leave both doors open to prevent odors and mold build up Block doors open if necessary Remove all food and ice if using handcart load from side Adjust rollers ail the way up to protect them during sliding or moving Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface Moving Compressor does not run Refrigerator runs too much or too long Compressor goes off and on frequently Freezer control is set to O Refrigerator is in defrost cycle Plug at wall outlet is disconnected House fuse blown or tripped circuit breaker Power outage Room or outside weather is hot Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time Automatic ice maker is operating Doors are opened too frequently or too long Refrigerator freezer door may be slightly open Freezer control is set too cold control found in refrigerator section Refrigerator freezer gasket is dirty worn cracked or poorly fitted Condenser is dirty Thermostat keeps the refrigerator at a constant temperature TEMPERATURES ARE TOO COLD Freezer temperature too cold Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Refrigerator temperature too cold Freezer temperature is satisfactory Food stored in drawers freezes Food stored in Meat Keeper freezes some models Freezer control is set too cold Refrigerator control is set too cold Meat Keeper Temperature Control set too cold 22 Set freezer
13. 4 hours adjust the controls as needed Adjust temperatures gradually move the knob in small increments allowing the temperature to stabilize For colder temperatures turn the knob towards Colder For warmer temperatures turn the knob towards Cold To maintain temperatures a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments For good circulation do not block cold air vents with food items gt BULA 24 Hiris FOT SRLUSTMENTS Freezer Refrigerator amp Freezer Controls Features may vary according to model TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT GUIDE If Fresh Food Compartment Is Too Warm Turn Fresh Food Control Slightly Towards Colder If Fresh Food Compartment Is Too Cold Turn Fresh Food Control Slightly Towards Cold If Freezer Compartment Is Too Warm Turn Freezer Control Slightly Towards Colder If Freezer Compartment Is Too Cold Turn Freezer Control Slightly Towards Cold To Turn Refrigerator Off Turn Freezer and Fresh Food Controls To O IMPORTANT Turning the Freezer and Fresh Food Controls to 0 turns off the compressor and preve from cooling but does not disconnect the power to the light bulb and other electrical components To turn off pow your refrigerator you must unplug the power cord from the wall outlet oe 10 TIP UP SHELF SOME MODELS ATip Up shelf in the freezer section allows tall items to be easily stored PAZOS To CANTILEVER SHELF ADJUSTMENT
14. Agreement SEARS CANADA INC Toronto Canada M5B 2B8 PRINTED IN U S A PROTECTION AGREEMENTS In the U S A Master Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase Your new Kenmore appliance is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation But like all products it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time That s when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect yourself from unexpected hassle and expense The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new appliance Here s what s included in the Agreement w Expert service by our 12 000 professional repair specialists w Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs w No lemon guarantee replacement of your covered product if more than three product failures occur within twelve months w Product replacement if your covered product can t be fixed w Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request no extra charge w Fast help by phone non technical and instructional assistance on products repaired in your home plus convenient repair scheduling y Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations y Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised Once you purchase the Agreement a simple phone call
15. alls and kitchen cabinets may make sounds more noticeable Listed below are descriptions of some of the most common sounds you may hear and what is causing them is very energy efficient 9 Normal Operating Sound A Evaporator The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound Evaporator Fan You may hear air being forced through the refrigerator by the evaporator fan Also you will feel warm air being pushed out the front of the refrigerator from under the Toe Grille Defrost Heater During defrost cycles water dripping onto the defrost heater may cause a hissing or sizzling sound After defrosting a popping sound may occur B C IMPORTANT During the au may notice a red glow in the ven your freezer compartment This defrost cycle _ D Automatic Ice Maker lf your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic ice maker you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin Cold Control amp Automatic Defrost Control These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the refrigerator on and off F Condenser Fan You may hear air being forced through the condenser by the condenser fan Compressor Modern high efficiency compressors operate much faster than older models The compressor may have a high pitched hum or pulsating sound H Water Valve lf y
16. ation organization for public health safety The Kenmore Filter system is tested and certified to ANSI NSF Standards 42 and 53 See performance data sheet for specifications This system should not be used on water that is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality unless the water has been adequately disinfected before or after traveling through the filtration system e Rated Capacity 400 gallons Rated service flow 5 GPM Maximum Rated Pressure 100 PSI Maximum Operating Temp 100 F Changing the Filter Water conditions vary throughout the world but changing the water filter every 6 9 months normally will ensure the highest possible water quality The Filter Status light will turn red after approximately 400 gallons of water has flowed through the ice and water dispenser Also if the filter has been in a refrigerator that has not been in use for awhile during moving for example change the filter before reinstalling the refrigerator The dispenser system will also operate without filtration with filter cartridge removed and bypass installed To change filter lt is not necessary to turn the water supply off to change the filter 1 Setice maker wire signal arm to the OFF up position See illustration on page 15 2 Push the Filter Release Button located to the right of the filter cartridge to release the filter from the housing To minimize the possibility of the filter falling out of th
17. aximum storage capacity The dairy compartment which is warmer than the general food storage section is intended for short term storage of cheese spreads or butter Tall Bottle Retainer left and Bin Snugger right SPECIAL ITEM RACK SOME MODELS The innovative design of the Special Item Rack allows you to store a six pack of 12 ounce drink cans a bottle of wine a two liter soft drink bottle or a carton of eggs The Special item Rack mounts on the left side of your _ ADJUSTABLE DOOR BINS refrigerator To install just slide the Special item Rack onto any shelf as shown in the drawing Fixed Door Bin Some models have adjustable door bins that can be _ moved to suit individual needs _ To move door bins Lift bin straight up Remove bin Place bin in desired position Lower bin onto supports until locked in place UGS TEA Oh ES S BON gt Special Item Rack 12 N CRISPERS SOME MODELS The crispers located under the bottom refrigerator shelf are designed for storing fruits vegetables and other fresh produce Wash items in clear water and remove excess water before placing them in the crispers Items with strong odors or high moisture content should be wrapped before storing Crisper Drawer HUMIDITY CONTROL SOME MODELS The Humidity Control present on some models with crisper drawers allows you to adju
18. between 34 F and 40 F with an optimum temperature of 37 F Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves This reduces the circulation of air around the food and results in uneven cooling Fruits and Vegetables Storage in the crisper drawers traps moisture to help preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods Meat Raw meat and poultry should be wrapped securely so leakage and contamination of other foods or surfaces does not occur Frozen Food Storage The freezer compartment should be kept at 0 F or lower A freezer operates most efficiently when it is at least 2 3 full Packaging Foods for Freezing Tominimize dehydration and quality deterioration use aluminum foil freezer wrap freezer bags or airtight containers Force as much air out of the packages as possible and seal them tightly Trapped air can cause food to dry out change color and develop an off flavor freezer burn Wrap fresh meats and poultry with suitable freezer wrap prior to freezing Donotrefreeze 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 foods Leave a 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 shel
19. control See Temperature Controls section This is normal for a fully automatic defrost refrigerator The defrost cycle occurs periodically lasting about 30 minutes Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet Check replace fuse with a 15 amp time delay fuse Reset circuit breaker Check house lights Call local Electric Company ifs normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these conditions li takes 8 12 hours for the refrigerator to cool down completely ice maker operation causes refrigerator to run slightly more Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more Open doors less often Ensure refrigerator is level Keep food and containers from blocking door See PROBLEM section OPENING CLOSING OF DOORS DRAWERS Set refrigerator control to warmer setting until refrigerator temperature is satisfactory Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize Clean or change gasket Leaks in door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures Clean condenser See Care amp Cleaning Chart in Care and Cleaning section This is normal Refrigerator goes on and off to keep temperature constant Set freezer control to a warmer setting Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize e Refrigerator control is set too e See solution above cold Adjust Meat Keeper Temperature Control to a lower
20. e filter cartridge Draw and discard 10 12 glasses of water to freshen the supply and completely rinse out the tank Connect unit to cold water line that supplies water to the kitchen faucet For best results use copper tubing for water connections Contact water treatment plant for help Have someone turn up the cut off and cut on pressure on the water pump system well systems only itis normal for a reverse osmosis system to be below 20 psi during the regenerative phase See Care 8 Cleaning Chart in Care and Cleaning section Cover food tightly Close both doors gently Ensure floor is level and solid and can adequately support the refrigerator Contact a carpenter to correct a sagging or sloping floor Ensure floor is level and solid and can adequately support the refrigerator Contact a carpenter to correct a sagging or sloping floor Keep less food in drawer Clean drawer rollers and track See Care amp Cleaning Chart in Care and Cleaning section See Replacing Light Bulbs in Care and Cleaning section Light switch is located on side of refrigerator and freezer liners See PROBLEM section RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR
21. e housing during removal it would be best to hold the filter as it moves out toward Use na be released during this operation bee to wipe up any water You should have a of s near the back of that may drip oute the housing have be best to clear away any food ne removing ile titer o Pull the old filter cartridge ral out of the housing Discard the old filter Remove the new filter cartridge from the packaging and insert into the filter housing the same way the old one came out Oh 6 When the cartridge is almostin you will feel it stop against the clip assembly in the back of the housing The clip assembly holds the filter cartridge firmly in place At this point you will need to push firmly until the cartridge snaps fully in place When completely in place the front of the filter cartridge will be flush with the front of the housing 7 Set the ice maker wire signal arm to the ON down position 8 Filla glass with water As you are doing this check for leaks at the filter housing There will be noticable spurts and sputters as the system pushes the air out through the system and out the dispenser nozzle This is normal 9 After you have run one glass of water continue to flush the system for approximately 3 minutes to assure that the purest water possible is stored in in the water Soraga tank ak a 17 FOOD STORAGE IDEAS Fresh Food Storage The fresh food compartment should be kept
22. enser is dispensing water restricted by foreign material and must be replaced 23 PROBLEM AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER CONTINUED Ice maker is not making enough ice Ice maker will not stop making ice Ice maker is not separating the ice cubes Ice has bad odor and taste ICE DISPENSER Dispenser will not dispense ice Ice dispenser is jammed Ice maker is producing less ice than you expect Freezer is not cold enough Household water line valve is not completely open Check to see if water dispenser is dispensing slower than normal ice maker wire signal arm is being held down by some item in the freezer Ice cubes are not being used frequently enough Ice cubes are hollow or smaller than normal Ice has picked up odor or flavor from strong food stored in refrigerator or freezer Water running to ice maker has poor taste or odor ice not used frequently enough Ice storage container is empty Freezer temperature is set too warm Household water line valve is not open Freezer door is not closed Ice dispensing arm has been held in for more than 4 5 minutes Ice has melted and frozen around auger due to infrequent use temperature fluctuations and or power outages Ice cubes are jammed between ice maker and back of ice container Ice cubes are frozen together Ice cubes are hollow or smaller than normal 24 CAUSE CORRECTION ice maker should produce approximately 4
23. ezer and during vacations Water valve opening or closing If the ice maker will be turned off for a long period of time turn the Ice loosening from tray water supply valve to the closed position 15 CLEANING THE ICE DISPENSER Clean the dispenser and ice container at regular intervals A WARNING particularly before you take a vacation or move or if the ice dispenser sticks Do not use the ice chute as a 1 Stop ice production by lifting the wire signal arm to the up or handle when OFF position removing or 2 Remove ice container by lifting up and out Empty and replacing the carefully clean the container with mild detergent Rinse with ice storage bin clear water Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners Allow ice Surfaces there container to dry completely before replacing in the freezer may be sharp 3 Remove ice chips and clean the shelf and chute that supports the ice container Replace the ice container Lower the wire signal arm on the ice maker to the down or ON position and the ice maker will resume production Do not put fingers up ice chute Surfaces 4 there may be sharp IMPORTANT Whenrem rotate the auger in the Remove and empty the ice storage bin if 1 An extended power failure one hour or longer causes ice cubes in the ice storage bin to melt and freeze together and jam the dispenser mechanism 2 Theice dispenser is not used frequently ice cubes will freeze together in
24. filter cartridge has been changed press and hold the FILTER RESET Touch Pad for 10 15 seconds NOTE The Green Red and Amber lights will flash when reset is completed To Lock Out Press the LOCK Touch Pad for 3 5 seconds A Red light will appear above the Touch Pad To Unlock Press the LOCK Touch Pad for 3 5 second until the Red light above the Touch Pad goes out WATER To operate the water dispenser press a glass against the WATER dispensing paddle To stop dispensing water pull the glass away from the dispensing paddle Dispensed water is not cold For colder water add LOCK The Ice amp Water Dispenser can be locked out fo prevent unwanted use crushed ice or cubes before dispensing water A drip tray located at the base of the dispenser catches small spills and allows them to evaporate This drip tray is removable and dishwasher safe Do not pour water and excess ice in this area because there is no drain 14 A Automatic Ice and Wate ICE AND WATER DISPENSER FEATURES The ice and water dispenser conveniently dispenses chilled water and ice cubes or crushed ice depending on the model To operate the ice dispenser select the ice option desired using the touchpad Press a glass against the dispensing paddle as far up as possible to catch all ice To stop dispensing ice pull glass away from dispensing paddle Do not remove the glass until the ice has completely dispensed Complete instructions for the dis
25. from electric power source 2 Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket Turn ON water supply and flush supply line until water is clear Turn OFF water supply at shut off vaive 3 Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap 4 Slide brass compression nut then ferrule sleeve onto water supply line as shown 5 Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go Y inch Slide ferrule sleeve into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut onto valve Tighten another half turn with a wrench DO NOT over tighten 6 With steel clamp and screw secure water supply line to rear panel of refrigerator as shown 7 Coil excess water supply line about 2 turns behind refrigerator as shown and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface 8 Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that leak Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source 10 To turn ice maker on lower wire signal arm see ice maker front cover for ON OFF position of arm a Copper water ine o from household water supply Include enough tubing i in Joop to allow __ Moving refrigerator out for cleaning et w y pii mbing lines may b o Tools Necessary DOOR REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS if it is necessary to move the ref
26. he ice container becomes full To stop the ice maker lift the wire signal arm until it clicks and locks in the up or OFF position Because of new plumbing connections the first production of ice cubes may be discolored or have an odd flavor These should be discarded until the cubes made are free of discoloration and taste ICE DISPENSER TIPS e Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor Empty the ice container and ensure that the wire signal arm is in its down or ON position The ice maker will then produce more ice Occasionally shake the ice container to keep ice separated Keep the wire signal arm in its up or OFF position until the refrigerator is connected to the water supply or whenever the water supply is turned off IMPORTANT Your ice maker is shipped with the wire signal arm in the ON positi your ice maker hook up water supply immediately or turn ice maker OFF b and locks in the UP position If the icemaker is nor turned of and the A vil make a loud chattering noise CAUTION If the dispensing paddle is pushed for more t in the dispenser motor may avenoad and stop The overload protector will lfatarge quantity of ice is needed at one time it is best to remove cubas directly from the ice container The following sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating Motor running Running water Ice dropping into ice container Stop the ice maker when cleaning the fre
27. hree prong grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock hazards It must be plugged directly For five years from the date of purchase when this into a properly grounded three prong receptacle The refrigerator is operated and maintained according to the receptacle must be installed in accordance with local instructions provided in this Owner s Guide Sears will codes and ordinances Consult a qualified electrician repair the sealed system consisting of refrigerant Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug connecting tube and compressor motor free of charge if Immediately repair or replace any power cord that defective in material or workmanship becomes frayed or damaged The above refrigerator warranty applies only to Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling onthe power refrigerators which are used for storage of food for private cord Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out household purposes from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock Performance may be affected if the voltage varies by 10 or more Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the compressor Such damage is not covered under your warranty Do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent the refrigerator from being This warranty gives you specific legal rights and y
28. idge could be clogged Replace the filter cartridge Dispensing system operates best at 20 100 psi water pressure Well water pressures should fail within this range Before You Call e PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION WATER DISPENSER Dispenser will not dispense water Water has an odd taste and or odor Water pressure is extremely low Door s will not close Drawers are difficult to move Household water line valve is not open Freezer door is not closed ice amp water filter cartridge is clogged Water has been in the tank for a period of time Unit not properly connected to cold water line Tubing used in the household water supply and installation may affect water taste and odor Water has a high mineral content Cut off and cut on pressures are too low well systems only Reverse osmosis system is in regenerative phase interior needs to be cleaned Food with strong odors is in refrigerator Door was closed too hard causing other door to open slightly Refrigerator is not level it rocks on the floor when moved slightly Refrigerator is touching a wall or cabinet Food is touching shelf on top of drawer Track that drawers slide on is dirty Light bulb is burned out Light switch is stuck No electric current is reaching refrigerator 25 Open household water line valve See PROBLEM section ICE MAKER IS NOT MAKING ANY ICE Ensure that freezer door is closed Replac
29. l and instructional assistance e Even if you don t need repairs provides an annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request to ensure that your appliance is in proper running condition Some limitations apply For information concerning Sears Canada Maintenance Agreements call 1 800 361 6665 This Owner s Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use amp Care Manual Before starting the refrigerator follow these important first steps LOCATION Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug ff possible place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the range dishwasher or other heat sources The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is level and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic ice maker INSTALLATION refrigerator where is essential for the proper operat refrigerator oo Installation Clearances Allow the following clearances for ease of installation proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical connections DOOR OPENING NOTE f you refrigerator is placed with the door hinge side against a wall you may have to allow additional Space so the door can be opened wider Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access t
30. o a counter when removing food For best use of drawers and freezer baskets the refrigerator should be in a position where both the refrigerator and freezer doors can be fully opened TOE GRILLE INSTALLATION REMOVAL To Remove Toe Grille 1 Open freezer and fresh food compartment doors 2 Working from left side of toe grille slip your fingers between top of toe grille and cabinet Gently pull forward until first set of tabs are free Slide your hand down past the free tabs and pull forward again until the second set of tabs are free Continue this process until all tabs are free and the toe grille can be removed See graphic at top of page in right column To install Toe Grille 1 Open freezer and fresh food compartment doors 2 Line up toe grille at base of refrigerator making sure the four bottom tabs are resting through holes at base of cabinet 3 Starting from left side of toe grille press in on first top tab using your thumb and push toe grille forward until it snaps in place Continue this process until all tabs are snapped in place and toe grille is secured to refrigerator LEVELING All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a solid floor Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable front rollers to help level your unit To ensure proper door seal and assist door closing the refrigerator should be tilted 1 4 6 mm front to back To Level Your Refrigerator 1 Remove toe
31. o reinstall freezer door When both doors have been reinstalled connect water line Py inserting tube and push until mark touches face of fitting replace toe grille and plug in electrical power _ cord m m both ae re comes 06 pamer eee e la as A AA Pp Pr TODISCONNECT Press outer ring ee of fitting a En 2 Pull to remove tu _ TO CONNECT Freezer and Refrigerator SpillProof Controls Sliding Shelf Water Filter Door Bin ice Container Pizza Shelf Shelf Small Items Door Bin Shelf Boor Bin Small Basket Large Basket Boor Bin Large Basket Door Bin Features may vary according to model Dairy Door Door Bin Wine Rack Door Bin Meat Keeper and Cover SplllProof Fixed Shelf Door Bin Egg Tray Special item Rack Tall Bottle Retainer Snugger Crisper Pan and Cover Fixed Door Bin O O Temperature Control y COOL DOWN PERIOD To ensure safe food storage allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading it with food REFRIGERATOR amp FREEZER CONTROLS _ NOTE When changing contro Ig TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT After 2
32. ou may turned off accidentally also have other rights which vary from state to state Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground Fault Interruptor GFI circuit FULL 30 DAY WARRANTY ON KENMORE REFRIGERATOR WATER FILTRATION CARTRIDGE If this Kenmore Refrigerator Water Filtration Cartridge fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within 30 days from the date of purchase RETURN IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE IN THE UNITED STATES and Sears will replace it free of charge Warranty service is available by contacting the NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT in the United IMPORTANT Turning the Freezer and Fresh Food States See the back page of this manual Controls to 0 turns off the compressor and prevents F t tions pi tact the followi your refrigerator from cooling but does not disconnect eee SSTA RASE VAAG ees the power to the light bulb and other electrical address components To turn off power to your refrigerator you Sears Roebuck and Co must unplug the power cord from the wall receptacle Dept 817WA Hoffman Estates IL 60179 Grounding type wall receptacle Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong CANADA LIMITED ARRANT Refrigerators Sears Canada Inc warrants every new Kenmore refrigerator to be free from defects in material or workmanship What Sears will do free of charge in case of defect Parts At Sears option
33. our refrigerator is equipped with an automatic ice maker you will hear a buzzing sound as the water valve opens to fill the ice maker during each cycle G L Drain Pan not removable You may hear water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle J Condenser Care amp Cleaning Keep your refrigerator and freezer clean to prevent odor build up Wipe up any spills immediately and clean both sections at least twice a year Never use metallic scouring pads brushes abrasive cleaners or strong alkaline solutions on any surface Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning A CAUTION _ _ When moving the glue residue with the Sticky side of da you have already remove d Do not rer Care amp Cleaning Chart Interior Door e Soap and water Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water Be Liner e Baking soda and sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before water cleaning around controls light bulb or any electrical part Door Gaskets e Soap and water Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth Drawers Bins Soap and water Do not wash any removable items bins drawers etc in dishwasher Glass e Soap and water Allow glass to warm to room temperature before immersing in Shelves e Glass cleaner warm water e Mild liquid sprays Toe Grille e Soap and water Vacuum dust from front of toe grille Remove toe grille
34. penser operation are attached to the inside of the freezer door How the Water Dispenser Works The water tank located behind the drawers in the refrigerator compartment automatically fills as water is dispensed For proper acai operation the recommended supply water pressure should fall Been 20 psi and 100 psi ETA Vat ressure must not exceed 100 Ibs Excessive pressure may cau wat filte After the jafigeratori is connected to the water supply fill the water tank by drawing one glass of water It may take about 1 minutes after activating the dispenser paddle before water begins to fill this first glass Continue flushing the system for 3 minutes to rid the tank and plumbing connections of any impurities The water dispenser has a built in shutoff device that will stop the water flow after 3 minutes of continuous use Simply release the dispenser paddle to reset the shutoff mechanism How the Ice Dispenser Works aes The ice maker and container are located in the top of the freezer compartment After the refrigerator is installed properly and has cooled for several hours the ice maker can begin making ice within 24 hours Air in new plumbing lines may cause the ice maker to cycle two or three times before making a full tray of ice To begin ice production lower the wire signal arm to the down or ON position With no usage it will take approximately 2 days to fill the ice container The ice maker turns off automatically when t
35. red with rugs bedspreads plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER Risk of child entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators or freezers are still dangerous even if they will sit for just a few _ days if you are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents Before you throw away your old refrigerator freezer Remove doors Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service technician A Important Safety _ ES wa an i aformation Instructions cont WARNING o FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON a REFRIGERATOR These Guidelines Must Be Followed To Ensure That Safety Mechanisms In This Refrigerator Will Operate Forone year from the date of purchase when this Properly __ refrigerator is operated and maintained according to the instructions provided in this Owner s Guide Sears will ELECTRICAL INFORMATION repair this refrigerator free of charge if defective in The refrigerator must be plugged into its own material or workmanship dedicated 115 Volt 60 Hz AC only electric outlet FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY ON SEALED The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a REFRIGERATION SYSTEM t
36. rigerator through narrow doorways tollaw mese eei to remove etno doors y and remove electrical power cord ror food from door shelves eee 1 Disconnect electrical supply 2 Open both doors then remove toe grille aes 3 Close doors sea wie _ To Remove Refrigerator Door A o Remove top hinge cover screw on refrigerator door and remove cover Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil This will make it easier to realign doors when they are replaced Remove top hinge and lift refrigerator door off bottom hinge pin Set door aside Remove bottom hinge if necessary Reverse this procedure to reinstall refrigerator door o To Remove Freezer Door 1 Disconnect water line coming from lower hinge of freezer door at connection E located under front of freezer Press outer ring against face of fitting then pull to remove tube 2 Remove top hinge cover screw on freezer door and remove cover e _ 3 Disconnect wiring harness connector plug at top hinge place your thumbs on Aa flat sides of each connector and bend both parts back and forth then with firm grasp pull both pieces apart 4 Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil This will make it easier to realign doors when they are replaced 5 Remove top hinge allowing wiring harness to pull through hinge and lift freezer door off of bottom hinge pin Lay door down flat to avoid kinking water line 6 Remove bottom hinge if necessary 7 Reverse this procedure t
37. st the humidity within the crisper This can extend the life of fresh vegetables that keep best in high humidity NOTE Leafy vegetables keep best when stored with the Humidity Control set on Higher Humidity or in a drawer without a Hurnidity Control This keeps incoming air to a minimum and maintains maximum moisture content Crisper Humidity Control DELI DRAWER SOME MODELS Some models are equipped with a Deli Drawer for storage of luncheon meats spreads cheeses and other deli items MEAT KEEPER SOME MODELS Some models are equipped with a Meat Keeper Meat Keeper temperatures can be adjusted by sliding the Meat Keeper Temperature Control in either direction Use this pan for short term storage of bulk meat items If meats are to be kept longer than one or two days they should be frozen The Meat Keeper is fixed and cannot be moved up or down If fruits or vegetables are to be stored in the Meat Keeper set the Meat Keeper Temperature Control to a warmer setting to prevent freezing WINE RACK SOME MODELS The wine rack stores bottles of wine or single two liter plastic bottles of juice or soda pop To install slide the Wine Rack onto the shelf with the curve facing in To remove slide the Wine Rack out install on either side of shelf Wine Rack Automatic Ice and Water Dis VERTER w ice and Water Dispenser Panel features may vary according to model POLAR
38. the bin and jam the dispenser mechanism Remove the ice storage bin and shake to loosen the cubes NEVER use an ice pick or similar sharp instrument to break up the ice This could damage the ice storage bin and dispenser mechanism 16 aA Automatic Ice and Water D Kenmore Ice and Water Front Filter some odla NOTE If you purchased a refrigerator with a Kenmore Ice and Water front filter please read the following use and care information This ice and water filter system filters water to your ice maker and water dispenser it is located in the upper right front corner of the fresh food compartment System Startup Water supply does not need to be turned off however do not use ice and water dispenser while installing filter The filter cartridge has already been installed in the filter housing at the factory Refer to the How The Water Dispenser Works section to properly fill the system with water Order new filter cartridges through the dealer where you bought the refrigerator or contact the Sears PartsDirect at 1 800 366 PART It might be good to order some filter cartridges when you first install your refrigerator Be sure to ask for the Kenmore replacement cartridge 46 9911 NOTE The Kenmore Ice and Water Filter System NGFC 2000 with NSE the Kenmore cartridge FC 100 is tested and certified by NSF International the nationally recognized and respected not for profit certific
39. ves These foods are best stored in the freezer interior where the temperature varies less ENERGY SAVING IDEAS Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room out of direct sunlight and away from heating ducts or registers Do not place the refrigerator next to heat producing appliances such as a range oven or dishwasher If this is not possible a section of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two appliances will help the refrigerator operate more efficiently Level the refrigerator so that the doors close tightly Refer to this Use amp Care Manual for the suggested temperature control settings Periodic cleaning of the condenser will help the refrigerator run more efficiently See the Care and Cleaning Charton page 20 Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents Doing so causes the refrigerator to run longer and use more energy Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator This cuts down on moisture build up inside the unit e Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings Remove as many items as needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible 18 UNDERSTANDING THE SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR Your new high efficiency refrigerator may make unfamiliar sounds These are all normal sounds and soon will become familiar to you They also indicate your refrigerator is operating as designed Hard surfaces such as vinyl or wood floors w
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