Kenmore Elite 25344383401 User Manual REFRIGERATOR Manuals And Guides L0412476
KENMORE ELITE Side by Side Refrigerator Manual L0412476 KENMORE ELITE Side by Side Refrigerator Owner's Manual, KENMORE ELITE Side by Side Refrigerator installation guides
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Side by Side Refrigerator Use & Care Guide Lado a Lado Refrigerador Guia para su uso y cuidado Compartiments C6te _ C6te R_frig_rateur Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien Sears, Roebuck Sears Canada, and Co., Hoffman Inc., Toronto, Estates, Ontario, IL 60179 U.S.A. Canada M5B 2B8 www.sears.com 241566601 (0409) 2 Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! our product and completely committed Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. Thank you for choosing Sears; to providing we hope At Sears, we are very proud you with the best service you will consider us for future of possible. purchases. Pleaseread and save this document This Use & Care Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use your refrigerator only as instructed in this manual. These instructions are not intended to cover every possible condition and situation must be practiced when installing, operating that may occur. and maintaining Please record your model and serial numbers information is found on the serial plate located Record your product reference information Model Number: Common sense any appliance. and caution below for future reference. This inside the refrigerator compartment. here. 253- SerialNumber: PurchaseDate: Use only soap and water to clean the serial plate. Welcome& Congratulations............................................................................................ 2 ImportantSafety Instructions........................................................................................... 3 WarrantyInformation....................................................................................................... 4 ProtectionAgreements.................................................................................................... 6 Installation........................................................................................................................ 7 DoorRemovalInstructions............................................................................................. 10 FeatureOverview........................................................................................................... 12 Controls& Settings........................................................................................................ 13 StorageFeatures........................................................................................................... 17 AutomaticIce& Water Dispenser.................................................................................. 20 ReplacingFilters............................................................................................................ 23 StoringFood& SavingEnergy....................................................................................... 25 NormalOperatingSounds& Sights............................................................................... 27 Care& Cleaning............................................................................................................. 28 BeforeYou Call.............................................................................................................. 31 3 Pleasereadall instructionsbeforeusingyour newrefrigerator. For Your Safety • Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read product labels for warnings regarding flammability and other hazards. • Do not operate • Avoid • contact Remove finishes the refrigerator with any moving all staples in the presence parts of automatic from the carton. if they come of explosive in contact Staples with other fumes. ice maker. can cause appliances severe cuts, and also destroy 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 covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers, and can quickly cause suffocation. ProperDisposalOfYourRefrigerator Or Freezer Risk Of Child Entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked abandoned refrigerators or freezers are still dangerous--even "just a few days." If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator follow the instructions Before you throw • Remove • Leave shelves • Have refrigerant below to help prevent away your old or if they will sit for or freezer, please accidents. refrigerator/freezer: the doors. in place so children removed may not easily by a qualified service climb inside. technician. ElectricalInformation Theseguidelinesmustbe followedto ensurethat safetymechanismsin this refrigeratorwill operateproperly. The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only electric outlet. The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for your protection against electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. The receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances. electrician. Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug. Consult a qualified 4 • Immediately damaged. • Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power repair or replace any power cord that becomes frayed or cord. • Unplug the refrigerator avoid electrical shock. • Performance before cleaning may be affected and before if the voltage Operating the refrigerator with insufficient compressor. Such damage is not covered varies power under replacing by 10% or more. can damage the your warranty. • Do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch prevent the refrigerator from being turned off accidentally. • Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground a light bulb to Fault Interruptor or pull cord to (GFI) circuit. To turn off powerto yourrefrigerator,unplugthe powercordfrom thewall outlet. Full One-YearWarranty on Refrigerator For one year from the date of purchase, maintained according to the instructions repair this refrigerator, free of charge, when this refrigerator is operated and provided in this Use & Care Guide, Sears will if defective in material or workmanship. Full Five-YearWarranty on SealedRefrigerationSystem For five years from the date of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according to the instructions provided in this Owner's Guide, Sears will repair the sealed system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting tube, and compressor motor), free of charge, The above if defective refrigerator of food for private FULL 30-DAY in material warranty household WARRANTY or workmanship. applies only to refrigerators ON KENMORE CARTRIDGE. If this Kenmore Refrigerator in material or workmanship within 30 days THE NEAREST free of charge. SEARS which are used for storage purposes. STORE This warranty gives you specific vary from state to state. IN THE legal REFRIGERATOR WATER Water Filtration Cartridge from the date of purchase, UNITED STATES FILTRATION fails due to a defect RETURN IT TO and Sears will replace rights and you may also have other rights which Warranty service is available by contacting the NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT in the United States. See the back page of this manual. For warranty questions, please Sears, Roebuckand Co. Dept.817WA HoffmanEstates,IL 60179 contact the following address: it, 5 CANADA- LIMITEDWARRANTY Refrigerators Sears Canada material Inc., warrants or workmanship. every new What Sears Kenmore refrigerator will do, free of charge, to be free from defects in case in of defect: What is covered? How long warranted (from date of sale)? Parts: At Sears' option, either repair or supply replacement part for: Labor: install repaired or replacement part for: Compressor Ten (10) Years Ten (10) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years Five (5) Years One (I) Year One (I) Year One (1) Year Sealed System (consisting of refrigerant, evaporator, and condenser) All other parts or adjustments Normal Responsibility of the Customer The following warranty, 1 2 items, since they are not manufacturing but are the responsibility Damage to finish improper power appliance not connected supply, low voltage, to electric Replacement 4 Damage 5 Service 6 Providing 7 Proper use and care of product the controls. in the or any defects in the house wiring system or outlet. of light bulbs. caused required by moving the product from its original as a result of alteration, adequate air circulation is required 1-800-FOR-MY-HOME under abuse, to the refrigerating as listed installation. fire, floods, this warranty, simply or acts of God. system. in the customer's manual; proper setting call: (1-800-469-4663). This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty. Kenmore Refrigerators sold and operated in Canada refrigerator are not included after delivery. 3 If any service defects, of the customer: is used for other than domestic The above warranty covers only and shall not apply if the purposes. Sears Maintenance Agreements Maintain SEARS the value CANADA, of your Kenmore INC., Toronto, refrigerator Canada with a Sears M5B 2B8 Maintenance Agreement. of 6 In the U.S.A. In Canada Master Protection Agreements Maintenance Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your Kenmore ® appliance is designed and manufactured years of dependable operation. new for But like all products, it 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 may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time. That's when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation. accessories, we have the tools, parts, knowledge to ensure the pledge: We Service What We Sell. Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect yourself from unexpected hassle and expense. tested The Master Protection life of your Agreement: Agreement new appliance. also helps Here's what's by our 12,000 professional _" Unlimited service and no charge on all covered repairs _" "No-lemon" guarantee _" Product replacement be fixed _" Annual Preventive request help - replacement product failures product can't Check at your by phone - non-technical on products repaired repair scheduling reimbursement takes if repair longer electrical 12,000 plus damage of your covered than promised a simple service. day or night, or schedule online. has over and instructional in your home, professional phone call You can a service repair specialists, for years to come. Agreement today! Purchase your Master Protection Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information, call 1-800-827-6655. Installation For Sears Service 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 ®. is designed, years of dependable program, affordably Maintenance manufactured operation. and Yet any priced. Agreement • Is your way to buy tomorrow's service • Eliminate tear. repair from normal • Provides for non-technical • Even if you don't bills resulting need at today's and instructional repairs, provides limitations apply. For information Maintenance Agreements, price. wear and assistance. an annual Preventive Maintenance Check, at your request, ensure that your appliance is in proper running condition. Sears Canada 361-6665 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 Sears service Some Maintenance Once you purchase the Agreement, is all that it takes for you to schedule Sears of your if your covered _" Power surge protection against due to power fluctuations product repair - no extra charge assistance convenient call anytime appointment to provide and and skills major appliance may require service from time to time. The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an outstanding for parts and labor covered product if more than three occur within twelve months _" Rental the in the Kenmore ® appliance The Sears _" Expert service specialists _" Fast extend included Your parts to concerning call 1-800- 7 This Owner's refrigerator refrigerator, Guide provides specific operating instructions only as instructed in this Use & Care Manual. follow these important first steps. for your model. Before starting Use the the Location • Choose a place that is near a grounded cord or an adapter electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension plug. • If possible, dishwasher place the refrigerator out of direct or other heat sources. • The refrigerator must be installed a fully loaded refrigerator. on a floor that is level and strong • Consider for models water supply availability sunlight equipped and away from the range, enough with an automatic to support ice maker. Installation • Do Not installthe refrigeratorwherethe temperaturewill dropbelow55°F (13°C)or rise above110°F(43°C).Thecompressorwill notbe able to maintainpropertemperatures insidethe refrigerator. • Do Not blockthe toe grilleon the lowerfront of your refrigerator.Sufficientair circulation is essentialfor the properoperationof your refrigerator. Installation Clearances Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, plumbing and electrical connections: Sides & Top Back proper air circulation, and 3/8 inch 1 inch DoorOpening If your refrigeratoris placedwith the door hingesideagainsta wall, youmay haveto allow additionalspaceso the doorcan be openedwider. Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to 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. 8 Toe GrilleInstallation& Removal To remove the toe 1 Open freezer compartment 2 grille: and refrigerator doors. Working from left side of toe slip your fingers between top grille and cabinet. Gently pull until first set of tabs are free. grille, of toe forward 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. To install the toe grille: 3 Open and refrigerator 4 Line up toe grille at base of refrigerator, through holes at base of cabinet. making 5 Starting in on first top tab using freezer from compartment left side of toe grille, press doors. sure the four bottom toe grille forward until it snaps in place. Continue this process aresnapped in place and toe grille is secured to refrigerator. tabs are resting your thumb and push until all tabs 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 grille (See "To remove the toe grille"). 2 Use flat-blade or 3/8-inch socket 3 Check screwdriver both doors to be sure seals wrench touch cabinet to adjust front rollers. on all four sides. The Refrigeratordoorsare designedto shutby themselveswith a 20 degreeopening. 9 ConnectingThe Ice MakerTo Your WaterSupply To avoidelectricshock,whichcan causedeathor severepersonalinjury,disconnectthe refrigeratorfrom electricalpowerbeforeconnectinga watersupply lineto the refrigerator. To AvoidPropertyDamage: • Coppertubingis recommendedfor the water supplyline.Watersupplytubingmaded ¼" plasticis not recommendedsince it greatlyincreasesthe potentialfor water leaks. Manufacturerwill notbe responsible for anydamageif plastictubingis usedfor supplyline. • DO NOT installwater supplytubingin areaswheretemperaturesfall belowfreezing. • Chemicalsfrom a malfunctioningsoftenercan damagethe icemaker.If the ice makeris connectedto soft water,ensurethat thesofteneris maintainedand workingproperly. Ensurethatyourwater supplyline connectionscomplywith all localplumbingcodes. Before installing the water supply line, you will need: • Basic Tools: ,, Access • Adjustable to a household wrench, flat-blade cold water screwdriver, and Phillips line with water pressure A water supply line made of 4¼inch (6.4 mm) OD, copper length of copper tubing needed, you will need to measure between TM screwdriver. 20 and 100 psi. tubing. To determine the 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). ,, A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water NOT use a self-piercing type shutoff valve. • A compression nut and ferrule maker inlet valve. (sleeve) for connecting the water supply system. DO line to the ice A water line kit is availablefrom your appliancedealerat additionalcost. It contains25 feet (7.6meters)of ¼ inchOD coppertubing,a saddletype shutoffvalve (non-piercing),(2) ¼ inchbrasscompressionnuts,(2) ferrules/sleeves,and instructionsfor installinga water supply line. 10 To connect your water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve: 1 Disconnect 2 Place refrigerator end of water supply supply from electric supply and flush supply at shutoff valve. 3 Unscrew 4 Slide brass compression line, as shown. plastic 5 Push power line into sink or bucket. line until water cap from water valve water supply source. inlet and discard nut, then ferrule line into water Turn ON water is clear. Turn OFF valve (sleeve) water cap. onto water supply inlet as far as it will go (% 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 refrigerator 7 Coil excess clamp and screw, as shown. water supply shown and arrange other surface. coils secure line (about Turn ON water supply that leak. at shutoff 9 Reconnect to electrical refrigerator for ON/OFF on, lower position 2% turns) so they do not vibrate 8 10 To turn ice maker water supply valve behind refrigerator or wear against and tighten power wire signal line to rear panel of as any any connections source. arm (see ice maker front cover of arm). It takesapproximately24 hoursfor the ice makerto begin producingice.Air in newplumbing linesmaycause icemakerto cycletwo or threetimesbeforemakinga fulltray of ice. New plumbingmay causeice to be discoloredor havepoorflavor.Discardice madeduringthe first 24 hours. If it is necessary to move your refrigerator to remove them. through narrow doorways, follow these Beforeyoubegin,unplugthe powercordand removeanyfoodfrom door shelves. steps 11 Outiis n6cessaires: ET CU6 mixte Toumevis Phillips _' de 3/8 Do Before you start: 1 Make sure the electrical 2 Remove 3 Close power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet. any food from the door shelves. the doors. To remove the hinge cover: 1 Remove 2 Pull the cover forward the three screws from the cover about over the top door hinges. a half inch and lift it off. To remove the refrigerator door: 1 Trace lightly easier. around the door's 2 Remove the two screws set it aside. 3 Remove the three bottom top hinge with a pencil. from the top hinge. hinge screws This makes reinstallation Lift the door off of the bottom and hinge, hinge and if necessary. To remove the freezer door: 1 Detach the multi-wire cable connector of the connector firmly and pull apart. 2 Trace lightly easier. 3 Detach around the water the door's the top hinge. releases located when This makes below you press 4 Remove the screws from the top hinge and pull the multiwire cable through it. 5 Lift the door off of the bottom hinge. Lay the door on its side to avoid damage to the Remove the three bottom hinge screws and hinge, To reinstall the refrigerator above steps. j above top hinge with a pencil. tube from the connector the freezer door. The connector its outer sleeve inward. SC_'eWS located if necessary. and freezer doors, reverse the Grasp both sides reinstallation 12 Your refrigerator illustration is designed for optimal below to familiarize yourself Freezer and Refrigerator Controls ice Cream Shelf _ ice Maker_ convenience with product and storage features SpiilProof-rM .............. Aspect Shelf _ flexibility. Use the and terminology. Filter CAUTION: Do Not Remove Inet Behind Dairy Compartment Fixed Door Bin lee Container SpillProof TM Shelf Shelf ............ iiiii Tall Bottle Retainer Shelf Tilt Out Door Bin ----_ f r Bin Small Basket Large _ Glide Out Basket and Cover Tilt Out ............ Door Bin 7_ Large Basket _J Tilt Out ............ Door Bin and Cover -,UtUDDDD_ Door Bin \ Featuresmay varyaccordingto model. Toe Grille 13 AllowingCoolingTime BeforeUse To ensure reliable food storage, allow your refrigerator and freezer to operate with the doors closed for 8 to 12 hours before placing food inside. During this cooling period, you do not need to adjust the controls, which are preset at the factory. SettingCoolingTemperatures Your refrigerator system's control comes panel with a state-of-the-art is located electronic digital at the top of the refrigerator control system. The compartment. The two digital COLD FREEZER REFRIGERATOR displays on the left half of the control COLD panel indicate current the temperatures freezer and of your refrigerator compartments. To adjust the temperature to a higher or lower setting, press the Cold or Colder arrow button closest to the display. The first time you press the button the display shows the last setting you entered. Each press of the button after that increments the setting by COLD one degree. The display temperature. COLDER COLD shows your new setting momentarily, then changes back to the current (Refer to page 14 for more about temperature settings.) The advancedelectroniccontrolsystemin yourrefrigeratorincludesadditionaldisplay modesthat serviceprofessionalscan useto rapidlydiagnoseperformanceissues. REFRIGERATOR FREEZER COLD Depending on which temperature standard you prefer to use, you can set your control panel to display in Fahrenheit or centigrade. To change between these standards, press the C°/F ° Mode button. Q COLDER MODE L Choosing Fahrenheit or Centigrade COLDER Press to alternate between Fahrenheit and Oentigrade 14 Making Temperature Adjustments After running your refrigerator for 24 hours, you can adjust temperatures as needed. Make your adjustments small and gradual, allowing time for temperatures stabilize. Refer the following guidelines for temperature settings. to change and TemperatureControlRange Freezer Refri orator Fahrenheit Centigrade Fahrenheit Centigrade Warmest 60 ,14° 470 Midpoint 0° -18o 370 Coldest :6° '210 330 Less Cold FactorySetting I Colder _, i0 TemperatureAdjustmentGuide If Refrige;at0rcompartmentis too warm If Refrigeratorcompartmentis too c0id if Freezeicompartmentis too waim If Freezercompartmentis too c0!d Adjust Refrigeratorcontrolone degreecolder by pressingtheColder arrowbutton. Adjust Refrigeratorcontrolone degreewarmer by pressingtheCold arrowbutton. Adjust Freezercontrolone degreecolderby pressingthe Colder arrowbutton. Adjust Freezercontrolone degreecolderby pressingthe Cold arrowbutton. What To Do If The Temperature Displays Flash If ever you see the temperature control system representative, displays continuously flashing, it may indicate has detected a performance problem. Call your Sears who can interpret the flashing message. service that the 15 SystemMonitoringAlarms The electronic control system continuously monitors your refrigerator/freezer for temperature consistency, doors left ajar, and power failures. Variances from normal operating conditions are communicated by audible tones and a set of four status indicator lights. COLD AlarmReset Button IndicatorLights Eachtime you makesettingson thecontrol panel,a singleaudibletoneacknowledgesyour input. Responding to Alarms (Audible Tones & Indicator Lights) Your refrigerator's control system can convey tones and the alarm indicator lights. Alarm Indicator Audible Name Light Tones On (light is the following Condition Alarm system is not active while freezer off) and refrigerator compartments are cooling toward the current temperature settings. Steady Green Alarm system is active. information through audible How To Respond If freezer and refrigerator compartments do not match your temperature settings in three hours, expect the control system to signal other conditions, if cooling does not stabilize toward your current settings call for assistance, using the phone number on the back page of this Use & Care Guide. No response required. Door Ajar Flashing Green _/" Freezer or refrigerator Close door to disable and reset alarm. door has been open for over five minutes. High Temp Flashing Amber _ Freezer or refrigerator compartment has been too warm (45 ° F or higher) for over an hour. Press Alarm Reset button to turn off alarm. If temperatures do not improve, call for assistance, using the phone number on the back page of this Use & Care Guide. Power Failure Flashing Amber A power outage was detected, Press Alarm Reset button to turn off alarm and press again to reset. Check if the power failure lasted long enough to affect stored food temperatures. 16 Using The Alarm Reset Button You can disable ALARM @ or activate the alarm system for three seconds. lights. Use it, for example, by pressing and holding the Reset to turn off audible tones and/or flashing button indicator The alarmsystemdoesnot automaticallyresetif you disconnectand reconnectyour refrigerator'spowercord. It canonlybe reactivatedby pressingthe AlarmResetbutton. Once you disable the alarm system, you must again press and hold the Alarm Reset button for three more seconds to reset (activate) the alarm system. The On indicator light remains off while the freezer and refrigerator compartments cool toward the current cooling settings. When temperature settings are reached, the On light displays green to indicate an active alarm system. Checking the Air FilterStatus Your refrigerator's fresh food air filter needs to be replaced monitor the need for replacement by pressing and holding three seconds. from time to time. You can the Air Filter On/Off button for To checkthe air filterstatus: 1 Press the Air Filter On/Off and one of the three of the following: Air Filter On/OffButton 2 button. filter status This activates lights displays, a test cycle, indicating one Filter OK Air filter does not need changing. Order Filter Air filter is about 80 percent used. Please order new one. Change Filter Air filter is 100 percent used. Please change now. Press the Air Filter On/Off button to turn off the status light. indicatorLights Forinstructionson replacingtheair filter, see page25. Turning The Cooling SystemOn And Off COLD FREEZER You can disable the cooling system's panel. button On/Off system located in your refrigerator by pressing on the left side of the temperature To ensure that you do not accidentally turn off the cooling system, does not work unless you press and hold it for three seconds. the control the button COLDER Once you disable the cooling system, all refrigeration refrigerator compartments stops. To turn the cooling X"_h Cooling System again press and hold the On/Off button for three to the freezer and system back on, you must more seconds. On/Off Button The On/Offbutton onlycontrolsyourrefrigerator'scoolingsystem.Powerto lightsand other electricalcomponentscontinuesunlessyou unplugthepowercord. 17 To avoid injuryfrom breakage,handletemperedglass shelvescarefully.Shelvesmay break suddenlyif nicked,scratched,or exposedto suddentemperaturechange. Cantilever Shelves You can easily adjust shelf positions in the freezer your needs. The shelves have mounting brackets, rear of each compartment. and fresh food compartments to suit which attach to slotted supports at the To change Cantilever Aspect the position adjusting of a shelf: 1 Before food. 2 Lift the front edge up. 3 4 Pull the shelf out. Replace by inserting bracket slots. 5 hooks a shelf, remove all the mounting into the desired support Lower the shelf and lock into position. Shelf Features Your refrigerator accidental Sliding cannot spills. includes These glass shelves, shelves which are designed slide out for easy access shelves can be pulled forward as far as their be separated from their mounting brackets. to catch and hold to food and faster built-in stops allow. cleaning. Sliding shelves Drawers Your refrigerator includes a variety of storage drawers. These drawers located in fixed positions at the bottom of the fresh food compartment. usually are Crispers Crisper drawers produce. Before are designed storing items • Wash items in clear water • Wrap any items for storing fruits, in a crisper: and remove that have strong odors vegetables, excess and other fresh water. or high moisture content. Crisper Humidity Control i i Crisper drawers include a sliding control for adjusting the humidity crisper. This feature can extend the life of certain fresh vegetables longer in high humidity. Lower Humid+t inside the that keep 18 Leafyvegetableskeepbestwhenstoredwith the HumidityControlset on HigherHumidity, or in a drawerwithouta HumidityControl.This keepsincomingair to a minimumand maintainsmaximummoisturecontent. Meat Keeper Some models are equipped with a meat bulk meat items. This drawer temperature inside. includes keeper a sliding Any meat to be kept longer than two days vegetables in this drawer, set it to a warmer drawer control should for short be frozen. temperature term storage for adjusting If you store fruits or to prevent freezing. DoorStorageBins The doors to your freezer and fresh food compartments storage bins. All of these bins are removable fixed positions, while others can be adjusted Door bins are ideal for storing jars, enable quick selection of frequently bottles, use a system for easy cleaning. to your needs. cans, To changethe position of an adjustable door bin: 1 Before adjusting a bin, remove 2 Grip the bin firmly 3 Remove 4 Place the bin just above 5 Lower the bin onto supports all food. with both hands and lift it upward. the bin. desired position. until locked Some of modular of them and large drink containers. used items. in place. of the have They also 19 Accessories Tail BottleRetainer Tall Bottle Retainer The tall bottle retainer keeps tall containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door. To install, snap the ends of the retainer over the edge of the retainer as shown in the illustration. wall Special Items Rack The innovative design of the special items rack allows you to store a six-pack of 12 ounce drink cans, a bottle of wine, a twoliter soft drink bottle, or a carton of eggs. To install, slide the special item rack onto the left side of any shelf as shown in the illustration. Can Rack The can rack allows you to efficiently securely store up to six twelve-ounce of beverage drink. and cans Ice Cream Shelf The ice cream shelf attaches to the top of the ice dispenser container. It allows storage of both round and rectangular cartons of your favorite ice cream. Shelf Dairy Compartment Use the dairy compartment, at the top of the fresh food compartment door, short term storage of cheese, spreads, or butter. The dairy compartment, includes a lift-up cover, is designed to be warmer than the open storage accommodate these types of food. for which area to To avoiderrorsin your refrigerator'scontrolsystem,do not removethe magnetthat is mountedbehindthe dairycompartment. 20 UsingThe Dispenser Your automatic ice & water dispenser bay, and two push-paddles for turning Using the dispenser control panel includes a control panel, a drinking on the ice and water supplies. is necessary for the ice dispenser water dispenser. The control panel also includes options for lighting, monitoring, and increasing the rates of ice making and freezing. glass but not the filter Dispensing Ice To operate the ice dispenser the control panel. Press (O), a drinking --, press an option glass against for crushed or cubed the dispensing ice on paddle (as far up as possible to catch all the ice). To stop, pull the glass away from the dispensing paddle. See details for operating the dispenser controls below. Dispensing Water ®® @ @@ ®® FHITEREB I_E ANO WAT_ _C_ V V WATER To operate the water dispenser press a drinking glass against (I_1), the dispensing paddle. To stop dispensing water, pull the glass away from the dispensing paddle. The dispensed water is not cold. For colder water, first add crushed glass. ice or cubes to your drinking Drip Tray A drip tray located at the base of the dispenser bay catches small spills and allows them to evaporate. This drip tray is removable for easy cleaning. Guide To Dispenser Controls 0 PolarFreeze Press and hold touchpad for 3-5 seconds to activate faster rate for freezing food (preserving freshness). Light displays green. Press and hold touchpad for 3-5 seconds again to deactivate. RapidIce Press and hold touchpad for 3-5 seconds to increase ice production for special occasions, such as parties. Light displays green. Press and hold touchpad for 3-5 seconds again to deactivate. _) Cube Press touchpad to get cubed ice. Light displays green. Press glass against ice dispensing paddle, holding high up to catch all ice. 0 Crush Press touchpad to get crushed ice. Light displays green. Press glass against ice dispensing paddle, holding high up to catch all ice. Light (_ Filter Reset (& StatusLight) Press touchpad to turn on dispenser light. Light displays green. Press touchpad again to turn off dispenser light. Dispenser light also turns on automatically when ice and/or water is dispensed. Light displays in one of three possible colors each time the dispenser is used to show status of water filter: Green Water filter does not need changing. Amber Water filter is about 80 percent used. Please order a new one. Red Water filter is 100 percent used. Please change as soon as possible. After replacing the water filter, reset the filter status by pressing and holding touchpad for 10-15 seconds. _Lock The dispenser can be locked to prevent unwanted use. To lock, press and hold touchpad for 3-5 seconds. Light displays red. To unlock, press and hold touchpad for 3-5 seconds until light goes out. Pleasedo not pour excesswater and iceinto the driptray. It does nothavea drain. l Aut--° ° °omatic Ice & Water Dispenser 21 PrimingThe WaterSupplySystem Your refrigerator's water supply system includes several tubing lines, an advanced water filter, a distribution valve bank, and a reserve tank to ensure ample supply to the ice and water dispenser at all times. This system needs to be completely filled with water when first connected to an external supply line. Forproperdispenseroperation,recommendedwatersupply pressureshouldfall between20 psiand 100psi. Excessivepressuremaycausewaterfilter to malfunction. To prime the water supply system: 1 Begin filling the tank by pressing dispenser paddle. 2 Keep the glass in this position about 1'/2 minutes. 3 Continue dispensing connections water and holding until water comes for about of any impurities a drinking 3 minutes (stopping glass against out of the dispenser. to flush to empty the system the glass the water It may take and plumbing as necessary). The waterdispenserhasa built-indevicethatshutsoff thewater flow after3 minutesof continuoususe. To resetthis shutoffdevice,simplyreleasethe dispenserpaddle. Pushingthe dispensingpaddlein for morethan4 minutesmaycause thedispensermotorto overloadand stop.The overloadprotectorresetsautomaticallyafter3-4 minutes. Ice DispenserOperation& Care The ice makeris turnedon at thefactoryto work as soonas you installyourrefrigerator.If you cannotconnecta water supply,turn theice maker'sOn/Offswitchto theoff (O) position. Otherwise,the icemaker'sfill valve may be noisywhenit attemptsto operatewithoutwater. The ice maker, ice bin, and dispenser feeding mechanism 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 produce ice within 24 hours. It can completely fill an ice bin in about two days. The ice maker produces 4 to 6 pounds of ice every 24 hours depending on usage conditions. Ice is produced at a rate of 8 cubes every 75 to 90 minutes. Using The Ice Dispenser After Installation Before making ice for the first time, be sure to prime the water described on page 21. Air in new plumbing lines can result ice maker cycles. Furthermore, if the system is not flushed, may be discolored or have an odd flavor. supply system as in two or three empty the first ice cubes Turning The Ice Dispenser On And Off Ice production switch is controlled to the "O" position by the ice maker's On/Off power switch. to turn it Off and press to the 'T' position Press the to turn it On. 22 The ice makeralsohasa built-inwire signalarm,whichautomaticallystopsiceproduction whenthe ice bin is full. This signalarmshouldnotbe usedto manuallystop theice maker. Ice Dispenser Tips • Ice cubes explained • Occasionally • If your refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the water supply turn off the ice maker by pressing the On/Off switch to the "O" position. • If you need a large quantity ice container. • The following • • • Motor stored too long may develop on the next page. shake the ice container sounds Empty the ice container are normal as to keep ice separated. of ice at one time, it is best to get cubes when the ice maker is turned directly Ice dropping into ice container • Water opening • Ice loosening • Running valve is operating: or closing from tray water Turn off the ice maker when If you turn off the ice maker supply cleaning the freezer for a long period and during vacations. of time, you should also turn off the valve. Chemicalsfrom a malfunctioningwater softenercandamagethe ice maker.If thewater supplyto your refrigeratoris softened,be surethe softeneris maintainedto work properly. Cleaning The Dispenser Clean the ice maker vacation or move. and ice bin at regular intervals, Whenremovingthe icebin, do notgrip the icechute (beneaththefront of the bin) as a handle.Surfacesin the ice chutemay be sharp. particularly before off, from the running • water an odd flavor. you take a l+Aut+++omatic Ice & Water Dispenser 23 To clean the ice dispenser: 1 Turn off ice production by pressing the ice bin by lifting the On/Off switch to the "O" position. 2 Remove 3 Empty and carefully clean the ice bin with mild detergent. not use harsh or abrasive cleaners. up and out. 4 Allow 5 Remove ice chips and clean the ice bin shelf and the freezer on care and cleaning, see page 29). 6 Replace the ice bin to dry completely the ice bin. Press before the Off/On replacing Rinse with clear water. Do in the freezer. the 'T' position switch door chute to resume (for more tips ice production. Remove and empty the ice storage bin if: • An extended power failure bin to melt and freeze • (one hour or longer) together, jamming You do not use the ice dispenser frequently. jamming the dispenser mechanism. Ice cubes Remove the ice storage bin and shake to loosen Never use an ice pick or similar sharp instrument the ice storage bin and dispenser causes the dispenser ice cubes in the ice storage mechanism. will freeze together in the bin, the cubes or clean as explained to break up the ice. This could above. damage mechanism. Whenremovingthe icebin, avoidrotatingthe auger insidethe bin.The augermustalignwith its drive mechanismwhenthe bin is replaced.If you accidentally movetheauger,realignby makingquarterturnsuntil the ice bin fits back in place. LocatingThe Filters Your refrigerator is equipped with separate water and air filtering systems. The water filter system filters all dispensed drinking water, as well as the water used to produce ice. The air filter removes odors and impurities from the refrigerator compartment. Water Filter FWater Filter The water filter is located at the top of the fresh food compartment, electronic control system panel. For more information about when filter, see "Using The Dispenser" on page 20. next to the to replace the Air Filter The air filter is located inside the refrigerator For more information about when to replace Status" on page 16. compartment at the top rear corner. the filter, see "Checking the Air Filter 24 OrderingReplacementFilters Order new filters through the dealer where you bought your refrigerator, or contact the Sears PartsDirect at 1-800-366-PART. You may want to consider ordering extra filters when you first install your refrigerator. Here are the product number to request when ordering: Water Air Filter Kenmore Replacement Cartridge 9916 Kenmore Replacement Filter 9917 ReplacingTheWater Filter n S _de Filter Filter In general, you should change the water filter every six to nine months to ensure highest possible water quality. The Filter Status light on the dispenser control panel (see page 20) prompts you to replace the filter after 400 gallons of water has flowed through the system. If your refrigerator has not been used for a period of time (during moving for example), change the filter before reinstalling the refrigerator. To replace your water filter: It is not necessary to turn the water supply off to change the filter. Be ready to wipe up any small amounts of water released during the filter replacement. The bottom of the filter housing includes two small water drainage holes, so be sure to remove any stored food from the top shelf. 1 Turn Off the ice maker ice maker). power (see page 21 for more turning Push the filter release Slide the old filter cartridge 4 Unpackage the new filter cartridge and slide it gently into the filter housing stops against the snap-in connector at the back of the housing. 5 Push firmly until the cartridge snaps into place. When fully engaged, of the filter cartridge should be flush with the filter release button. 6 Turn On the ice maker ice maker). 7 Press a drinking glass against the water dispenser while checking for any leaks at the filter housing. Any spurts and sputters that occur as the system purges air out of the dispenser system are normal. straight power switch continue out of the housing (see page flushing to disconnect offthe 3 of water, to the right of the cartridge about 2 one glass button switch and discard 21 for more the system about for about it. it. until it the front turning three on the 8 After filling minutes. 9 Press and hold the Filter Reset button on the Ice & Water Dispenser control panel for 3 seconds. The light flashes red, amber, and green to indicate the Filter Status has been reset. The o-ringson a newwater filter are lubricated.To ensurea goodseal, pleasedo not removethis lubricant. MoreAboutYourAdvancedWater Filter TheKenmoreIce & WaterFilterSystemis testedand certifiedby NSF International,the nationallyrespected, not-for-profitcertificationorganizationfor publichealthsafety.The Kenmorefilter systemis testedand certified to ANSIiNSFStandards42 and 53. See theperformancedatasheetthat camewith your productfor detailed specifications.This systemshouldnotbe usedon water that is microbiologicallyunsafeor with waterof unknownquality unless thewater hasbeen adequatelydisinfectedbeforeor aftertravelingthroughthefiltrationsystem. • • • • RatedCapacity- 400 gallons Ratedserviceflow - .5 gallonsper minute MaximumRated Pressure- 100 poundsper squareinch MaximumOperatingTemp.- 100° F l+ReplacingFilters it 25 ReplacingTheAir Filter In general, you should change the air filter every six months to ensure optimal filtering of refrigerator odors. You may want to adjust this time period depending on the types and amounts of food you typically store in your refrigerator. The electroniccontrolpanel,locatedat the top d the refrigeratorcompartment,includes controlsto monitorthe statusof yourair filter, includingindicatorlightsthat remindyou when to order and changethefilter. For moreinformationaboutthesecontrols,see "Checkingthe Air FilterStatus"on page 16. To replace your air filter: 1 Push the plastic bubble tab located on the side of the air filter housing. releases the hinged bottom half to drop open. 2 Remove 3 Unpackage housing. 4 Push 5 Press and hold the Filter seconds. When the Filter Reset button on the electronic OK light comes on, the status 6 Press status Reset the old filter and discard it. the new filter and place the hinged bottom it inside half upward and hold the Filter system. This the hinged bottom until the tab snaps button for 3 seconds half of the into closed position. control panel for 3 has been reset. again to turn off the filter IdeasFor StoringFoods Fresh Food Storage • Keep the fresh food compartment temperature of 37 ° F (see page • Avoid overcrowding uneven cooling. between 34 ° F and 40 ° F with an optimum 13 for more about temperature settings). the refrigerator shelves, which reduces air circulation and causes Fruits and Vegetables • Store fruits and vegetables food quality for longer in crisper drawers, where trapped moisture helps preserve time periods. Meat • Wrap raw meat and poultry surfaces does not occur. • Use the meat keeper drawer two days should be frozen. for short term storage. • See page the meat keeper 18 for more about securely so leakage and contamination drawer. of other foods or Any meat to be kept longer than 26 Frozen Food Storage • Keep the freezer compartment temperature settings). ,, A freezer operates at 0 ° F or lower most efficiently when (see page 14 for more about it is at least 2/3 full. Packaging Foodsfor Freezing • To minimize food dehydration wrap, freezer bags or airtight and quality deterioration, use aluminum foil, freezer containers. Force as much air out of the packages as possible and seal them tightly. Trapped air can cause and develop an off-flavor (freezer burn). • Wrap • Do not refreeze fresh meats and poultry with suitable meat that has completely freezer food to dry out, change wrap color, prior to freezing. thawed. Loading the Freezer • Avoid adding freezer, too much warm slows food to the freezer the rate of freezing, • Leave a space between packages, freeze as quickly as possible. • Avoid storing hard-to-freeze freezer door shelves. These temperature varies at one time. This overloads and can raise the temperature so cold air can circulate of frozen freely, allowing the foods. food to foods, such as ice cream and orange juice, on the foods are best stored in the freezer interior where the less. Ideas For SavingEnergy Installation * 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. cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between refrigerator operate more efficiently. . Level the refrigerator so that the doors close If this is not possible, a section of the two appliances will help the tightly. Temperature Settings * Refer to earlier sections in this Use & Care Manual recommendations on temperature control settings. (beginning on page 12) for Food Storage * Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator or blocking refrigerator to run longer and use more energy. . Cover down . foods and wipe containers on moisture Organize build-up the refrigerator dry before cold air vents. placing them Doing so causes in the refrigerator. the This cuts inside the unit. to reduce door openings. at one time and close the door as soon as possible. Remove as many items as needed 27 Normal OperatingSounds & Sights Your new high-efficiency refrigerator may introduce normally indicate your refrigerator is operating and kitchen cabinets may make these sounds Following cause: is a list of major components unfamiliar sounds. correctly. Some more noticeable. in your refrigerator surfaces These sounds on floors, and the sounds walls, they can Evaporator Refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound. B Evaporator Fan You may hear air being forced through the refrigerator by the evaporator fan. C 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. Duringautomaticdefrostcycle,a redglow in the backwall ventsof yourfreezercompartmentis normal. D Automatic Ice Maker When ice has been produced, you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin. E Cold Control & Automatic Defrost Control These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the cooling system on and off. F Condenser Fan You may hear air being forced through the condenser. G Compressor Modern, high-efficiency compressors run much faster than in the past. The compressor may have a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound. H Water Valve Makes a buzzing sound each time it opens to fill the ice maker. I Drain Pan (not removable) You may hear water dripping into the drain pan during the defrost cycle. J Condenser May create minimal sounds from forced air. K Motorized Damper May produce a light humming during operation. Energyefficientfoam in your refrigeratoris not a soundinsulator. 28 ProtectingYour Investment Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains appearance and prevents odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartments at least twice a year. When cleaning, take the following precautions: • Never use any type of scouring solutions pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners or strong alkaline on any surface. • Do not wash • Always unplug any removable the electrical parts in a dishwasher. power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning. If you set yourtemperaturecontrolsto turnoff cooling,powerto lightsand otherelectrical componentscontinuesuntilyou unplugthe powercordfrom thewall outlet. • Remove which • adhesive can scratch Do not remove labels by hand. the appliance the serial Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments surface. plate. Refer to the guide on the next page for details your refrigerator. on caring and cleaning specific areas of • Pull the refrigeratorstraightout to move it. Shiftingit from sideto side maydamage flooring.Be carefulnotto movethe refrigeratorbeyondthe plumbingconnections. • Dampobjectsstickto cold metalsurfaces.Do nottouch refrigeratedsurfaceswith wet or damphands. • Never useCHLORIDEto cleanstainlesssteel. If you storeor moveyourrefrigeratorin freezingtemperatures,be sureto completelydrain the watersupplysystem.Failureto do so couldresultin water leakswhenthe refrigeratoris putback intoservice.Contacta servicerepresentativeto performthis operation. Care & Cleanln 29 Care& CleaningTips Part Cleaning Agents Tipsand Precautions Interior& DoorLiners • Soapandwater • Bakingsodaandwater • Use2 tablespoonsof bakingsodain 1 quartof warmwater. • Be sureto wring excesswaterout of spongeor cloth beforecleaningaround controls,lightbulb or anyelectricalpart. DoorGaskets • Soapandwater • Wipegasketswitha clean soft cloth. Drawers& Bins • Soapandwater • Usea soft clothto cleandrawerrunnersandtracks. • Donot wash any removableitems (bins,drawers,etc.) indishwasher. GlassShelves • Soapandwater • Glasscleaner • Allow glass towarm to roomtemperaturebeforeimmersing inwarmwater. • Mildliquidsprays Toe Grille Exterior& Handles • Soapandwater • Vacuum dust from front of toe grille. • Mildliquidsprays • Vacuumattachment • Remove toe grille (see Installation Instructions.). • Soapandwater • NonAbrasiveGlassQeaner • Do not use commercial household cleaners, ammonia, or alcohol to clean handles. • Vacuum backside and wipe with sudsy cloth or sponge. Rinse and dry. • Use a soft cloth to clean smooth handles. • Do not use a dry cloth to clean smooth doors. Exterior & Handles (Stainless Steel Models Only) • Soap and water • CAUTION: Never use CHLORIDE to clean stainless steel. • Ammonia • Clean stainless steel front and handles with non-abrasive soapy water and a dishcloth. Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth. • Stainless Steel Cleaners • Wipe stubborn spots with an ammonia-soaked paper towel, and rinse. Use a nonabrasive stainless steel cleaner. These cleaners can be purchased at most home improvement or major department stores. Always follow manufacturer's instruction. Always, clean, wipe and dry with grain to prevent scratching. • Wash the rest of the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well, and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth. Vacation & MovingTips Occasion Tips ShortVacations • Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of 3 weeks or tess. • Use all perishaNe items from refrigerator compartment. • Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket, even if you will only be gone for a few days. LongVacations • Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more. • Turn the cooling system off (see page 15 for location of On!Off button) and disconnect power cord. • Turn off automatic ice maker and turn water supply valve to closed position. • Clean interior thoroughly. • Leave both doors open to prevent odors and mold build-up. Block doors open if necessary. Moving • Remove all food and ice. • If using handcart, toad from side. • Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving. • Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface 30 ReplacingLight Bulbs Both the freezer and fresh food compartments of your refrigerator include light bulbs will need replacing from time to time. Some lights have covers that you will need to remove before replacing the bulbs. Always use bulbs that are designed for appliance lighting. Weargloveswhenreplacinglightbulbsto avoidgettingcut. To replace light bulbs: Located Rear of Behind Meat Pan Light Cover Rear of Bce Container 1 Unplug 2 Wear your 3 Remove light cover, 4 Unscrew and replace gloves refrigerator's cord. against possible broken glass. if necessary. old bulb with an appliance wattage (normally 5 Replace light cover, 6 Plug in the refrigerator's Locate d Behind power as protection 40 watts). if necessary. Cover power cord. bulb of the same type and that 31 Before YouCall BeforeYou Call... If you experience a problem with your refrigerator or notice a product behavior or condition you do not understand, you can usually avoid a call to your service representative by referring to this section for an answer. Beginning with the following table, this information includes common problems, causes, and suggested solutions. Running Your Refrigerator Problem Compressordoesnot run. Cause Correction • Cooling system is turned Off. • Turn cooling system On. See page 16 for location of cooling system On/Off button. • Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. • This is normal for a fully automatic defrost refrigerator. The defrost cycIe occurs periodically, tasting about 30 minutes. • Plug at wall outlet is disconnected. • Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet. • House fuse blown or tripped circuit breaker. • Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Reset circuit breaker. • Power outage. • Check house lights. Call local Electric Company. • Room or outside weather is hot. • it's normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these conditions. • Refrigerator has recently been disconnected for a period of time. • it takes 8-12 hours for the refrigerator to cool down completely. • Automatic ice maker is operating. • ice maker operation causes refrigerator to run slightly more. • Doorsareopenedtoo frequentlyor too long. • Refrigerator/freezerdoor may be slightlyopen. • Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more. Open doors less often. • Freezercontrol is set too cold (control found infresh foodsection). • Set freezer control to warmer setting until refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize. • Freshfood/freezergasketis dirty, worn,cracked,or poorlyfitted. • Clean or change gasket. Leaks in door seal will cause refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired temperatures. Compressor does not run. • Electronic control system keeps the refrigerator at a constant temperature, • This is normal. Refrigerator goes on and off to keep temperature constant. Digital temperature displays are flashing, • Electronic control system has detected a performance problem, • Call your Sears service representative, who can interpret any messages or number codes flashing on the digital displays. Refrigeratorrunstoo muchor too long. • Ensure refrigerator is levet. Keep food and containers from blocking door. See Problem section Opening/ Closing of Doors/Drawers. Temperatures Are Too Cold Problem Cause Correction Freezer temperature too cold. Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. • Freezer control is set too cold. • Set freezer control to a warmer setting. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize. Refrigerator temperature too cold. Freezer temperature is satisfactory. • Refrigerator control is set too cold. • Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize. Food stored in drawers freezes. • Refrigerator control is set too cold. • See solution above. Food stored in Meat Keeper freezes (some models), • Meat Keeper temperature control is set too cold. • Adjust Meat Keeper temperature control to a lower 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. 32 Temperatures Are Too Warm Problem Cause Correction Freezer/Refrigerator temperature is too warm. • Doors are opened too frequently or too long • Warm air enters the refrigerator whenever the door is opened Open the door less often. • Door is slightly open. • See Problem section Opening/Closing Of Doors/Drawers. Freezer temperature is too warm Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory • Freezer control is set too warm • Set freezer control to a colder setting Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize Refrigerator temperature is too warm Freezer temperature is satisfactory • Refrigerator control is set too warm. • Set refrigerator control to a colder setting. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize. Temperature in the Meat Keeper is too warm (some models) • Meat Keeper temperature control is set too warm • Adjust Meat Keeper temperature control to a colder setting. Water/Moisture/Frost Inside Refrigerator Problem Cause Correction Moisture collects on inside of • Weather is hot and humid. • The rate of frost buildup and internal sweating increases • Door is slightly open. • See Problem section Opening/Closing Of Doors/Drawers. • Door is opened too often or too long. • Open door less often • Open containers. • Keep containers covered. • Vegetables contain and give off • Moisture on the bottom side of the cover is not unusual. refrigerator walls. Water collects on bottom side of drawer cover moisture Water collects in bottom of drawer • Move humidity control (some models) to lower setting • Washed vegetables and fruit drain while in the drawer • Dry items before putting them in the drawer. Water collecting in bottom of drawer is normal. Water/Moisture/Frost Outside Refrigerator Problem Cause Correction Moisture collects • Weather is humid. • This is normal in humid weather When humidity is tower, the on outside of refrigerator or • Door is slightly open, causing cold air from moisture should disappear • See Problem section Opening/Closing Of Doors/Drawers. between doors inside refrigerator to meet warm air from outs de Automatic Ice Maker Problem Cause Correction Ice maker is not • ice maker power switch is Off • Turn on power switch • Water supply is not connected to refrigerator • Connect water supply (see page 9) • Household water tine valve is not open • Turn on household water line valve. • Freezer is not cold enough • See Problem section Temperatures Are Too Warm. • Valve on cold water pipe is clogged or restricted by foreign material. If valve is of the self-piercing type, it may not have created a sufficiently sized hole in tube for water to pass through) • Turn off household water line valve. Remove valve Ensure that • Check to see if the water dispenser is dispensing water. • if not, the ice & water filter cartridge is clogged or restricted, and must be replaced • Water filter is not completely seated. • Push firmly until the water filter snaps into place. making any ice valve is not a self-piercing valve Clean valve Replace valve if necessary. 33 Before You Call Automatic Ice Maker Problem Cause Correction Ice maker is not • ice maker is producing less ice than you expect. • ice maker should produce approximately 4-5 pounds of ice every 24 hours. Rapid Ice should produce up to 6 pounds of ice every 24 hours. • Freezer is not cold enough. • See Problem section Temperatures Are Too Warm. • Household water line valve is not completely open. • Turn on household water line valve. • Check to see if water dispenser is dispensing slower than normal. • if it is, replace the ice & water filter cartridge. • ice makerwiresignal arm is beingheld down bysome item inthe freezer. • Move item and release wire signal arm. Remove any ice cubes frozen together over wire signal arm. • ice cubes are not being used frequently enough. • Remove and shake ice bin to separate cubes. • ice cubes are hollow or smaller than normal. • The ice & water filter cartridge may be clogged. Replace filter cartridge. • ice has picked up odor or flavor from strong food stored in refrigerator or freezer. • Cover foods tightly. Discard state ice. Ice maker will produce fresh supply. • Water running to ice maker has poor taste or odor. • Add filter to water supply line. Consult a water purifying company. • ice not used frequently enough. • Discard stale ice. 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 Problem Cause Correction Dispenser will not • Water suppty is not connected. • Connect water supply (see page 9). dispense ice. • ice storage container is empty. • When the first supply of ice is dropped into the container, the dispenser should operate. • Freezer temperature is set too warm. • Turn freezer control to a higher setting so that ice cubes will be made. When first supply of ice is made, dispenser should operate. • Household water line valve is not open. • Open household water line valve. Allow sufficient time for the ice to be made. When ice is made, the dispenser should operate. • Freezer door is not closed. • Ensure freezer door is closed. • Ice dispensing arm has been held in for more than 4-5 minutes. • Motor is overloaded. Motor overload protector will reset in approximately 3 minutes. Ice can then be dispensed. • Ice has melted and frozen around auger due to infrequent use, temperature fluctuations, and/or power outages. • 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. • ice cubes are jammed between ice maker and back of ice container. • Remove ice cubes that are jamming the dispenser. • Ice cubes are frozen together. • Use the dispenser often so that cubes do not freeze together. • Ice cubes are hollow or smaller than normal. • The ice & water filter cartridge 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. • Watersupply is not connected. • Connect water supply (see page 9). • Householdwaterline valveis not open. • Open household water line valve. See Problem section ice Maker Is Not Making Ice. • Freezer door is not closed. • Ensure that freezer door is closed. • ice & water filter cartridge is clogged. • Replace filter cartridge. • Front filter not fully installed, if equipped • Push filter in until you hear a "click." Filter should be flush with cabinet. Ice dispenser is jammed. Dispenser will not dispense water. 34 Water Dispenser Problem Cause Correction Waterhas an odd tasteand/or odor. • Water has been in the tank for a period of time. • Draw and discard 10-12 glasses of water to freshen the supply and completely rinse out the tank. • Unit not properly connected to cold water line. • Connect unit to cold water line that supplies water to the kitchen faucet. • Tubing used in the household water supply and installation may affect water taste and odor. • For best results, use copper tubing for water connections. • Water has a high mineral content. • Contact water treatment plant for help. • Cut-off and cut-on pressures are too low (well systems only), • Have someone turn up the cut-off and cut-on pressure on the water pump system (well systems only). • Reverse osmosis system is in regenerative phase, • It is normal for a reverse osmosis system to be below 20 psi during the regenerative phase. Water pressure is extremely low. Odors In Refrigerator Problem Cause Correction Interior is dirty. • interior needs to be cleaned. • See Care & Cleaning Tips on page 29. o Food with • Cover food tightly. strong odors is in refrigerator. Opening/Closing Of Doors/Drawers Problem Cause Correction Door(s) will not close. • Door was closed too hard, causing other door to open slightly. ° Close both doors gently. • Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on the floor when moved slightly. • Ensure floor is level and solid, and can adequately support the refrigerator. Contact a carpenter to correct a sagging or sloping floor. • Refrigerator is touching a wail or cabinet. • Ensure floor is level and solid, and can adequately support the refrigerator. Contact a carpenter to correct a sagging or sloping floor. • Food is touching shelf on top of drawer. • Keep tess food in drawer. • Track that drawers slide on is dirty. • Clean drawer, runners, and tracks. See Care & Cleaning Tips on page 29. Drawers are difficult to move. Light Bulb Is Not On Problem Cause Correction Light bulb is not ° Light bulb is burned out. • See Replacing Light Bulbs on page 30. • Freezer light switch is stuck. • Release light switch located inside freezer compartment. • No electric current is reaching refrigerator. • See Problem section, Running Your Refrigerator. • Control system has disabled lights because magnet mounted behind dairy compartment (in fresh food door) has been removed. • Reinstall magnet. • Control system has disabled lights because one or both doors were left open too long. • Close and reopen door(s) to enable lights. on.
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