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Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Guide d'Utilisafion
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English / Espa_ol / Fran_:ais

Models/Modelos/Mod_les:

795.7107"

Kenmore Elite
®

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number_ nOmer_o de co_or_ _e num6r_o de _a cou_eur

MFL62184412

Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
www.sears.ca

MSB 2B8

English Version
Spanish

Version

French Version

Temperature

Modular

Agreements

Safety Instructions
Grounding

Parts And Features
Installation

Unpacking
Installation

D,-Freezer

And Door Alignment

Base Cover

27
27
28

Section

Durabase

11-18
19

20-28

Setting The Controls

20-21

Divider

Filter

29=32

Care And Cleaning

33-34

General

Cleaning

Tips

Outside

Inside Walls

Door Liner And Gaskets

Plastic Parts

Condenser

Coils

Light Bulb Replacement

Power Interruptions

When You Go On Vacation

When You Move

In-Door Ice Bin

Adjusting

Control Settings

Food Storage Guide

Frozen Food

D,-Refrigerator

24-25

Section
25

Refrigerator

Shelves

Controlled

Air Tight Crisper

Crisper

About The Automatic
Connecting

27
27

lcemaker

The Water Line

Troubleshooting

Water Dispenser

Humidity

Pantry Drawer

Using Your Refrigerator

Storing

Airflow

Controlled

Crisper

Extra Ice Bin

Removing And Replacing
Your Refrigerator Handles And Doors
Leveling

Dairy Bin

9-19

Your Refrigerator

Controlled

Door Bin

5-7

Requirements

Refrigerator

Humidity

Warranty
Protection

Removing

Guide

35=36
37-39
40-46

BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY
TM

f
Kenmore Elite Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if any
non-consumable part of this appliance other than the sealed refrigerant system fails due to a defect in
material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® to arrange
for free repair.
This coverage applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this appliance
than private family purposes.

is ever used for other

If the sealed refrigerant system is defective within five years from the purchase date,
call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®to arrange for free repair. This coverage applies for only one year from the date
of purchase if this appliance is ever used for other than private family purposes.

This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship.
1. Expendable

Sears will NOT pay for:

items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light

bulbs, and bags.
2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation
3. A service technician

or maintenance.

to clean or maintain this product.

4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or maintained
instructions supplied with the product.

according to the all

5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its
intended purpose.
6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners,
other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.
7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized
product.

Disclaimer

of implied warranties;

Customer's

sole and exclusive

chemicals or utensils

modifications

made to this

limitation of remedies

remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided

herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are
limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or
consequential damages. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness,
so these exclusions or limitations

may not apply to you.

This warranty applies only while this appliance

is used in the United States or Canada.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.

Sears Brands Management

Corporation,

Hoffman

Estates, IL 60179

Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

J
3

Master Protection

Agreements

Ef Power surge protection against electrical
damage due to power fluctuations.

Congratulations
on making a smart purchase.
Your new Kenmore® product is designed and
manufactured
for years of dependable opera-tion.
But like all products, it may require preventive
maintenance or repair from time to time. That's when
having a Master Protection Agreement can save you
money and aggravation.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend
the life of your new product. Here's what the
Agreement*
includes:
Parts and labor needed to help keep products
operating properly under normal use, not just
defects. Our coverage goes well beyond the
product warranty.
No deductibles, no functional
failure excluded from coverage-real protection.

you can trust will be working

E[ Rental reimbursement
if repair of your covered
product takes longer than promised.
Id 10% discount off the regular price of any noncovered repair service and related installed parts.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone
call is all that it takes for you to schedule service.
You can call anytime day or night, or schedule a
service appointment
online.
The Master Protection Agreement
is a risk free
purchase. If you can-cel for any reason during the
product warranty period, we will provide a full refund.
Or, a prorated refund anytime after the product

d Expert service by a force of more than 10,000
authorized
Sears service technicians,
which
means someone
your product.

Id $250 Food Loss Protection
annually for any food
spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of
any covered refrigerator or freezer.

warranty period expires.
Purchase your Master Protection

d Unlimited service calls and nationwide
service,
as often as you want us, whenever you want us.

Some

d "No-lemon"
guarantee - replacement of your
covered product if four or more product failures
occur within twelve months.

For prices and additional
U.S.A. call 1-800-827-6655

I_ Product replacement
be fixed.

if your covered product can not

Annual Preventive
Maintenance
requestno extra charge.

Check

at your

Fast help by phone - we call it Rapid
Resolution
- phone sup-port from a Sears
representative
on all products. Think of us as a
"talking owner's manual".

limitations

and exclusions

Agreement

today!

apply.

information

in the

* Coverage
in Canada varies on some items. For
full details call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.
Sears

installation

Service

For Sears professional installation of home
appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and
other major home items, in the U.S.A. or Canada
call 1-800-4-MY-HOME
®.

In the space below, record the date of purchase, model and serial number of your product. You will find the
model and serial number printed on an identification
label located on the right-hand side of the refrigerator
compartment.
Have these items of information available whenever you contact Sears concerning your product.
Model No.

Date of Purchase

Serial No.
Save these instructions

and attach your sales receipt for future reference.

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Thisguidecontainsmanyimportantsafetymessages.Alwaysread and obey all safetymessages.
This is the safetyalert symbol.It alertsyou to safetymessagesthat informyou
of hazardsthatcan kill or hurtyou or others,or causedamageto the product.
All safetymessageswill be precededby the safetyalert symbolandthe hazard
signalword DANGER,WARNING,or CAUTION.Thesewordsmean:
Youwill

be killed or seriously

injured if you do not follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously

injured if you do not follow instructions.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.
All safety messages will identify the hazard,
happen if the instructions are not followed.

tell you how to reduce

the chance

of injury, and tell you what can

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
personal
injury when using your product, basic
safety precautions
should be followed,
including

• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.

the following.

• DO NOT allow children

Read all instructions

before

using this appliance.

• NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it
straight out from the outlet.

• Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances
between the doors and cabinet are necessarily
small. Be careful closing doors when children are in
the area.

• Repair or replace immediately
all electric service
cords that have become frayed or otherwise
damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or
abrasion damage
plug or connector

along its length or at either the
end.

• Do not modify or extend the power cord length.
could cause electric shock or fire.

to climb, stand, or hang on

the refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator.
They could damage the refrigerator and seriously
injure themselves.

Unplug your refrigerator
any repairs.

before cleaning

or making

NOTE:We strongly recommend that any servicing
be performed by a qualified individual.

• When moving your refrigerator away from the wall,
be careful not to roll over or damage the power
cord.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug
the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit
breaker or fuse box in order to avoid contact with a
live wire filament.

(A burned-out

light bulb may

break when being replaced.)
NOTE:

hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the refrigerator is plugged in.

Some models have LED interior lighting

and service
technician.

should be performed

DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed

by a qualified

completely.
Agriculture

NOTE: Setting either or both controls to the OFF
position does not remove power to the light circuit.
• When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator
the electrical source and reset the controls.

Instructions

The United States Department of
in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69

says:
to

(Thermostat,
Refrigerator Control, and or Freezer
Control, depending on the model) to the desired
setting.
• This refrigerator must be properly installed
accordance with the Attention
Installer

In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid
contact with the moving parts of the ejector
mechanism, or with the heating element that
releases the cubes. DO NOT place fingers or

...You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have
thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are
still cold-- below 4°C.
...Thawed ground meats, poultry or fish that have
any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and
should not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be

discarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor
or questionable,
dispose of it. The food may be
dangerous to eat.

that were taped to the front of the

refrigerator.

Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the
eating quality of foods, particularly fruits,
vegetables and prepared foods. The eating quality

• After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch
the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment
when
hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to the
extremely cold surfaces.

of red meats is affected less than that of many
other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as
possible
can.

to save as much of their quality as you

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Junked

or abandoned

refrigerators

are

dangerous...even
if they will sit for just a few days.
you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please
follow the instructions at right to help prevent
accidents (Child entrapment and suffocation).

BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY
YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR
OR FREEZER
• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that
children may not easily climb inside.

Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system
used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons).
CFCs are
believed to harm stratospheric
ozone.

IMPORTANT:

that

If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make
sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper
disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally
release this CFC refrigerant, you can be subject to
fines and imprisonment
under provisions of
environmental
legislation.

Do not, under any circumstances,
cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

Please read carefully.

TO CONNECT

ELECTRICITY

Do not use an adapter

plug.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation,
cleaning, or removing a light bulb, disconnect the
Electrical
FOR PERSONAL

Shock Hazard

SAFETY,

refrigerator

this appliance

must

When you are are finished, reconnect the refrigerator
to the electrical source and reset the control
(Thermostat,
Refrigerator Control, or Freezer
Control, depending on the model) to the desired

3-prong
grounding type
wall receptacle _.

setting.

USE OF EXTENSION

groundingplug

RECOMMENDED

GROUNDING

appliance extension cord having a grounding type
plug and outlet, and that the electrical rating of the
cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

METHOD

Use of an extension

which cannot

circuit

be turned off with a

switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension

cord.

Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is
encountered,
it is your personal responsibility

and

obligation
grounded

cord will increase

needed for the back of the refrigerator.

and also prevents overloading
house wiring circuits
which could cause a fire hazard from overheated
wires. It is recommended
that a separate
serving only this appliance be provided.

CORDS

Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use
an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it
be a UL-listed (USA), 3-wire grounding type

Ensure proper
ground exists
before use.

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual properly grounded electrical outlet
rated for 115 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, and fused at 15
or 20 amperes. This provides the best performance

Use a receptacle

source.

NOTE: Some models have LED interior lighting and
service should be performed by a qualified
technician.

be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and
the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to
make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

3-prong_

from the electrical

to have it replaced with a properly
three-prong wall outlet.

the clearance

Use this page to become
convenience.

more familiar

NOTE: This guide covers

several different

of the items listed below. The locations
Q

Refrigerator

Light (p. 34)

Filter (Inside)

Modular

Fixed Door Bin

with the parts and features.
models.

of the features

Durabase
Divider
(p. 26)

(_) Ice Room (p. 22)
(Icemaker
_)

Humidity

Controlled

Crisper

(p. 28)

Fixed Door Bins

Dairy Bin (p. 28)

(_) Water Tank Cover

and Ice Bin)
(p. 27)

for your

may have some or all

Air Tight Crisper

Ice Bin

(p. 27)

Extra Ice Bin (p. 28)

Fixed Door Bin
Shelves

you have purchased

Controlled

Pantry Drawer

(p. 29)

are included

shown below may not match your model.

_]_ Temperature

Door Bins (p. 27)

Refrigerator

The refrigerator

Page references

(p. 27)

ice Compartment
Door

Excessive

Weight

Hazard

When

Use two or more people to move and install

Your Refrigerator:

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the
refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to
protect the floor. Always pull the refrigerator
straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or
walk the refrigerator when trying to move it, as

refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.

UNPACKING

Moving

floor damage

YOUR REFRIGERATOR

could occur.

Remove tape and any temporary labels from your
refrigerator before using. Do not remove any
warning-type
labels, the model and serial number
label, or the Tech Sheet that is located under the
front of the refrigerator,

Explosion

behind the base cover.

Hazard

To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area
briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can

Keep flammable materials and vapors,
gasoline, away from refrigerator.

such as

also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of
liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers.
Wipe with warm water and dry.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
fire.

Do not use sharp instruments,
rubbing alcohol,
flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove

• To reduce the risk of electric

tape or glue. These products can damage the
surface of your refrigerator. For more information,
see the Important
Safety Instructions
section.

• Select a place where a water supply can be easily
connected for the automatic icemaker.

Refrigerator
position.
Please
storage

shelves

are installed

reinstall shelves

according

the refrigerator

shock, do not install

in a wet or damp area.

• , CAUTION:
Avoid placing the unit near heat
sources, direct sunlight or moisture.

in the shipping
to your individual

needs.

INSTALLATION

PRIOR TO USE

• To minimize noise and vibration, the refrigerator
MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor.

1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all
dust accumulated
during shipping.

• Carpeting and soft tile surfaces
recommended.

2. Install accessories

• Never install the refrigerator
weakly supported structure.
1. To avoid vibration,

are not

on a platform

shelves, etc., in their proper places. They are
packed together to prevent possible damage
during shipment.

3. Let your refrigerator run for at least 2 or 3 hours
before putting food in it. Check the flow of cold air
in the freezer compartment
to ensure proper
cooling. Your refrigerator is now ready for use.

the unit must be leveled.

If required, adjust the leveling legs to compensate
for unevenness of the floor. The front should be
slightly

higher than the rear to aid in door closing.

Leveling legs can be turned easily by tipping the
cabinet slightly. Turn the leveling legs clockwise
( .L._ ) to raise the unit, counterclockwise
( _,'_" )
to lower it.
(See Leveling

and Alignment

on page 19.)

2. Install this appliance in an area where the
temperature
is between 55°F (13°C) and 110°F
(43°C.) If the temperature around the appliance is
too low or high, cooling ability may be adversely
affected.
3. Too small a distance from adjacent
result in lowered freezing capability

such as ice cube bin, drawers,

items may
and increased

electricity consumption
charges. Allow at least 24
inches (61 cm) in front of the refrigerator to open
the doors.

NOTE:Removingthe doorsis alwaysrecommendedwhen it is necessaryto movethe refrigeratorthrougha
narrowopening.If it is necessaryto removethe handles,follow the directionsbelow.
HOW

TO REMOVE

DOOR

HANDLES

NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from
illustrations on this page.
1. Removing

Refrigerator

• Loosen the set screws
(2.5mm)
handle.
NOTE:

Allen wrench

Mounting
Fasteners

Handle
with a 3/32"
and remove the

If the handle mounting

Set Screw

fasteners

need to be tightened or removed,
1/4" (6.4mm) Allen wrench.

use a

Allen
Wrench

2. Removing

Freezer

Drawer

Handle

• Loosen the set screws located on
the lower side of the handle with a 1/8"
(3.1 mm) Allen wrench
the handle.

and remove

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners
need to be tightened or removed, use
a 1/4" (6.4mm) Allen wrench.

HOW
NOTE:

TO REPLACE

DOOR

HANDLES

Handle appearance may vary from
illustrations on this page.

1. Replacing

Refrigerator

Door Handle

• Place the handle on the door, fitting it over the
mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws with a
3/32" (2.5mm) Allen wrench.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be
tightened or removed use a 1/4" (6.4mm) Allen wrench.

Mounting
Fasteners

2. Replacing

Freezer

Drawer

Handle

• Place the handle on the door, fitting it over the
mounting fasteners and tighten the set screws on the
bottom of the handle with a 1/8" (3.1 mm) Allen
wrench.
NOTE:

If the handle mounting

tightened

or removed

fasteners

use a 1/4" (6.4mm)

need to be
Allen wrench.

REMOVING AND REPLACING
REFRIGERATOR
DOORS
To remove

the left refrigerator

• , CAUTION:
refrigerator
doors.

6. Rotate

Lift the

top hinge (7) free of the hinge lever latch (8).
_, CAUTION: When lifting the hinge free of the latch,
be careful that the door does not fall forward.

door:

Before you begin, unplug the
and remove food and bins from the

On the back of the refrigerator,

hinge lever (6) counterclockwise.

7. Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove
the door.
8. Place the door, inside facing up, on a

press back on the

nonscratching

release ring of the fitting (see 3 in figure below) and
pull out the water tube in the direction of the arrow.

surface.

To remove the right refrigerator

door:

_A/(2)

1. Open the door. Remove
the top hinge
screw (1). Lift up the cover (2).
,

(2)

Remove

cover

the cover.

3. Rotate the hinge lever (3) clockwise. Lift the top
hinge (4) free of the hinge lever latch (5).

_1)

(3).

Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove
the door.

Place the door, inside facing up, on a
nonscratching
surface.

A CAUTION:

When lifting the hinge free of the latch,
be careful that the door does not fall forward.

/
(7/

(8)
1. Open the door.
Remove

Electrical

the top hinge cover screw

(1).

• Disconnect electrical supply to the refrigerator
before installing. Failure to do so could result in

2. Use a flat-head screwdriver to pry back the hooks
(not shown) on the front underside of the cover
(2). Lift up the cover.
3. Remove

5. Remove

death or serious

all the wire harnesses

the grounding

injury.

• Do not put hands or feet or other objects
air vents, base cover, or bottom of the

the cover. Pull out the tube (3).

4. Disconnect

Shock Hazard

into the

refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an
electrical shock.

(4).

screw(5).

• Be careful when you work with the hinge, base
cover, and stopper. You may be injured.

Reinstalling

the Refrigerator

Door

_,- Right

Left Door

Door

1. Lower the door onto middle

1. Lower the door onto middle hinge pin (10).

2. Fit top hinge (4) over hinge lever latch (5) and into
place. Rotate lever (3) counterclockwise
to secure

2. Fit top hinge (7) over hinge lever latch (8) and into
place. Rotate lever (6) clockwise to secure hinge.
3. Install the grounding
wire harnesses (4).

screw (5) and connect

hinge pin (9).

hinge.
3. Hook tab on switch side of corner under edge of
wire opening in cabinet top. Position cover (2) into
place. Insert and tighten cover screw (1).

the two

4. Push the water supply tube into the hole on the top
case and pull it out on the backplate.
5. Insert the water supply tube (3) into the connector
tube until you see only one scale mark. (Fully insert
the tube over 5/8" (15 mm)).

(1).....

_/(2)

6. Hook tab on door switch side of cover (2) under
.........._,_(3)

edge of wire opening in cabinet top. Position cover
into place. Insert and tighten cover screw (1).

(2)

(4) ,_,

/1)

(3).

(7)_

(8)

(10)

A CAUTION

Collet
Tube

After inserting, pull the tube to
make sure that it is secure
and reinsert the clip.

Insert Line
Clip

HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL
FREEZER DRAWER

THE

IMPORTANT:
To avoid possible injury or product
property damage, you will need two people to
perform the following instructions.

1. Removing
Top Freezer

Freezer

• With both hands, grasp the sides of the freezer
drawer and pull it up to separate it from the rails.
or

Drawer

• Pull the freezer drawer

open to full extension.

Remove the basket and ice bin by lifting basket
from rail system.
CAUTION: When you remove the freezer drawer,
do not hold the handle. The handle may come off
and it could cause personal injury.

oWith both hands hold the center bar and push it in
to slide both rails in at the same time.

• Remove
rails.

the screws

Q on both the left and right

HOW TO REMOVE
FREEZER

AND INSTALL THE

DRAWER

(cont.)

IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury or product
property damage, you will need two people to
perform the following instructions.

1. Removing
I_ Bottom

Freezer

• With both hands, grasp the sides of the freezer
drawer and pull it up to separate it from the rails.
or

Drawer

• Pull the freezer drawer open to full extension.
Remove the lower basket (_ by lifting basket from
rail system.

_i, CAUTION: When you remove the freezer drawer,
do not hold the handle. The handle may come off
and it could cause personal injury.

• With both hands hold the center bar and push it in
to slide both rails in at the same time.

• Remove
rails.

the screws

@ on both the left and right

HOW

TO REMOVE

FREEZER
2. Installing

AND

DRAWER
Freezer

I_ Top Freezer

INSTALL

THE

• Lower freezer
the screws

(cont.)

drawer

into final position

and tighten

(_.

Drawer

• Fully extend the rails by grasping

the center bar

with both hands and pulling straight

out.

• With the freezer drawer

pulled out to full extension,

insert the basket and ice bin in the rail assembly.

• Hook door supports
sides.

(_) into rail tabs @ on both

A WARNING:

If the Durabase

divider is removed,

there is enough open space for children or pets to
crawl inside. To prevent accidental child and pet
entrapment or suffocation risk, DO NOT allow
them to touch or go near the freezer drawer.
A WARNING:
drawer.

DO NOT step or sit down on freezer

HOW

TO REMOVE

FREEZER
2. Installing
I_ Bottom

AND

DRAWER
Freezer
Freezer

INSTALL

THE

• Lower freezer drawer

into final position

and tighten

the screws (_.

(cont.)
Drawer

Drawer

• Fully extend the rails by grasping

the center bar

with both hands and pulling straight out.

• With the freezer

drawer

pulled out to full extension,

insert the basket in the rail assembly.

• Hook door supports
sides.

(_) into rail tabs @ on both

_t, WARNING:

If the Durabase

divider

is removed,

DO NOT step or sit down on freezer

LEVELING

AND DOOR ALIGNMENT

that they close easily. If not, tilt the refrigerator
slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling
legs clockwise. It may take several more turns,
and you should turn both leveling legs the same
amount.

Leveling
After installing, secure the stability
with the leveling legs.

of the product

Your refrigerator has two front leveling legs--one
on
the right and one on the left. Adjust legs to alter tilt
from front-to-back
or side-to-side.
If your refrigerator

To remove

opened or closed independently
of one another.
You may have to exert slight pressure on doors to
get them to close completely.

into its final

Drawer. (Drawer

Door Alignment

not shown

for clarity.)

If the space between your doors is uneven,
the instructions below to align the doors:

2) Once the drawer is open and there is sufficient
clearance, remove screws on the top of the
cover.

Use the wrench

base cover:

the screws.

2. Turn the leveling leg clockwise to raise that side of
the refrigerator or counterclockwise
to lower it. It
may take several turns of the leveling
the tilt of the refrigerator.
Having someone

leg to adjust

push backward

(Included

with the Use & Care

Guide) to adjust the nut in the door hinge to adjust
the height. (counterclockwise
to raise or clockwise to
lower the height.)

•Place cover intoposition
and insertand tighten

NOTE:

the base cover.

the base cover

1) Open the Freezer

.replace

if necessary.

NOTE: Your new refrigerator is uniquely designed
with two fresh food doors. Either door can be

power cord into a 3-prong

grounded outlet. Move the refrigerator
position. Remove the base cover.

Re-adjust

5. Replace

seems unsteady or you want the doors to close
easier, adjust the refrigerator's
tilt using the
instructions below:
1. Plug the refrigerator's

Open both doors again and check to make sure

against

the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off
the leveling legs. This makes it easier to adjust the
legs.

Level the refrigerator by using an 11/16 inch (18mm) wrench
or a ftat blade screwdriver. Turn the leveling tegs
counterclockwise to raise or clockwise to lower the height of
the front of the refrigerator.
NOTE: The front of the refrigerator should be slightly higher
than the back.

SETTING

THE CONTROLS

_, CAUTION: The control display is operated by
touch. Excessive moisture on the display may
cause a malfunction.
Please keep display clean
and dry.

Temperature
• The refrigerator control is preset at 37°F (3°C) and
the freezer control is preset at 0°F (-18°C). These

NOTE: The dispenser

are the recommended
temperature
settings for
normal use and conditions. Wait 24 hours for the
refrigerator and freezer
temperatures.

will not work if any door is left

open.

to reach these
Ultra Ice
When you touch the Ultra Ice button, the graphic
[_
] will light up in the display and will remain on
for 24 hours. It will automatically
shut off after
24 hours have passed.
You can stop this function manually by touching
button one more time.
This function
freezing

• The Refrigerator
Temp Control range is from
33°F to 46°F (1°C to 8°C). The lower the number
setting, the colder the refrigerator compartment
will
become.

Filter

NOTE: When changing

compartment

control settings,

Reset
( cH,._,,,_
) turns on,

button for 3 seconds to turn the indicator light off.
You need to change the water filter approximately
every 6 months.

will

wait 24
Light

/ Light

Sensor

• If the light is set to "Auto" mode, dispenser light will
automatically
turn on and off according to the
brightness of the room as detected by the light
sensor.

Dispenser
• When you press the Water
button, the Water icon will light
up.

Energy

Saver

• Press and hold the _/
button for at least
3 seconds to activate or deactivate the function.

• When you press the Ice Select
button, either the cube or

• This function deactivates
excess exterior moisture

ice icon will light up.

• Some dripping

and

you have to change the water filter. After changing
the filter, press and hold the Ultra Ice (Filter Reset)

hours before making additional adjustments.
After 24 hours, adjust the compartment
temperatures
as desired.

crushed

both icemaking

capabilities.

• When the water filter indicator

• The Freezer Temp Control range is from -6°F to
8°F (-21°C to -13°C). The lower the number
setting, the colder the freezer
become.

increases

the

may occur after

increased

dispensing. It is recommended
to hold your cup beneath the
dispenser for a few seconds
after dispensing to catch all of
the drops.

energy

heaters used to reduce
and is recommended
for

savings.

• The energy saving function is also recommended
for periods of time when the doors will not be
opened, such as vacations.

Door Alarm

_, CAUTION

• When power is connected to the refrigerator, the
door alarm is initially set to ((_) (ON) and the door
alarm display will show ((,_) (ON).

Demo Mode
(Store showroom

floor Demostration

Mode)

The Demo Mode disables all cooling in the refrigerator

When you press the J _:,_, button, the display will
change to ,,_ (OFF) and the door alarm function
will be deactivated.

and freezer sections to conserve
display in a retail store.

enegy while on

1. To activate:

• When either the refrigerator or the freezer door is
left open for more than 60 seconds, the alarm tone

With the refrigerator door opened, press and hold
the _°';;_',;_land I _;:° I buttons at the same time for

will sound to let you know the door is open.

5 seconds. The control panel will beep to confirm
that the Demo Mode is activated.

• When you close the door, the door alarm will stop.

2. To deactivate:
With the refrigerator door opened, press and hold
the _°'_':_';'°_J
and I _': I buttons at the same time for 5

Lock
• When

power is initially connected

refrigerator,

the Lock function

to the

seconds. The control panel will beep to confirm
the Demo Mode is deavtivated.

is off.

• If you want to activate the Lock function to lock
other buttons, press and hold the
_s_;' button for
3 seconds or more. The _,_,o sign will be displayed
and the Lock function is now enabled.
• When the Lock function

is activated

buttons will work. The dispenser
deactivated.

that

AIRFLOW
In order to ensure proper temperatures,
air must flow
between the refrigerator and freezer sections. The
arrows in the figure indicate air vent locations and
direction of airflow.

no other

pad is also

• To disable the Lock function, press and hold
the .....................I
_:_'.,
J button for 3 seconds or more.

Do not block any of the cool air vents with food
packages.
If the vents are blocked, airflow will be
interrupted and temperature and
moisture problems may occur.

Temperature

If you add a large amount of food,
the refrigerator will take longer to
cool it.

Mode (°F <->°C)

• If you want to convert °F to °C or vice versa, press
and hold the
_:,_:;_
I button and J%:;'°'J button at the
same time for 5 seconds or more.

Power

Saving

At initial start-up,

allow your

refrigerator to run for 2 or 3 hours
before placing food in it.

Mode

• When the refrigerator is in the Power Saving Mode,
the display will remain off until a door is opened or
a button is pressed. Once on, the display will
remain on for 20 seconds.

Caution

When

Closing

the Door

_, CAUTION
To reduce the risk of door

iiiiiiiiiiiiii!

• To deactivate the Power Saving
ii
ii
iii_i
scratches and breaking the door
!!!
Mode, press the Freezer Temp
........................
mullion, please make sure that
iii
and Ultra Ice buttons at the same
the refrigerator door mullion is
time and hold them for 5 seconds until the tone
always folded in.
sounds.
If moisture gathers on the
refrigerator door mullion at any
point, turn off the Energy Saver
mode until the issue is resolved.

IN-DOOR

ICE BIN

2. To remove

the in-door

ice bin, grip the front

handle, slightly lift the lower part, and slowly pull
out the bin as shown.

_, CAUTION
Keep hands and tools out of the ice compartment
door and dispenser chute. Damage or personal
injury may result.
The icemaker

will stop producing

ice when the ice

bin is full. If you need more ice, empty the ice bin
into the extra ice bin in the freezer compartment.
During use, the ice can become uneven causing the
icemaker to misread the amount of ice cubes and
stop producing ice. Shaking the ice bin to level the
ice within it can reduce this problem.
NOTE: Storing cans or other items in the ice bin will
damage the icemaker.
Keep the ice compartment
door closed tightly. If the
ice compartment
door is not closed tightly, the cold
air in the ice bin will freeze food in the refrigerator
compartment.
This could also cause the icemaker to
not produce
NOTE:

3. To reinstall the in-door ice bin, slightly slant the bin
during replacement to avoid contact with the
icemaker.

ice.

If the On/Off

switch on the icemaker

Off (O) for an extended

is set to

time, the ice compartment

will gradually warm up to the temperature of the
refrigerator compartment.
To prevent ice cubes from
melting and leaking from the dispenser, ALWAYS
empty the ice bin when the icemaker is set to Off (O)
for more than a few hours.

_, CAUTION
When handling the
ice bin, keep hands
away from the blade
area to avoid
personal

4. Avoid touching the Ice-detecting
sensor when
replacing the ice bin. See the label on the ice
compartment
door for details.

injury.

1. Pull or push the door handle to open or close the
Ice Compartment.

ADJUSTING

CONTROL

SETTINGS

It is best to wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool
down completely before making any adjustments to
the temperature settings. The initial settings
mentioned in SETTING THE CONTROLS
section
should be correct for normal household refrigerator
use. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice
is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.
The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat
for the entire appliance (refrigerator and freezer
sections). The colder the setting, the longer the
compressor will run to keep the temperature colder.
The freezer control adjusts the cold air flow from the
freezer to the refrigerator. Setting the freezer control

RECOMMENDED
ADJUSTMENT:

[] REFRIGERATOR section too
warm
- Door opened often
- Large amount of food added
- Room temperature very warm

Adjust the
REFRIGERATOR
temperature to a colder
setting.
Note: When changing
temperature settings, make
adjustments one increment
at a time and wait 24 hours
between adjustments.

to a lower temperature
keeps more cold air in the
freezer compartment
to make it colder.
If you need to adjust temperatures

CONDITION/
REASON:

in the refrigerator

or freezer, start by adjusting the refrigerator and
allow 24 hours for the temperatures
to stabilize. If it
is still too warm or too cold, then adjust the freezer
control.

Always remember to wait at least 24 hours
between adjustments.

[] FREEZER section too
warm/ice not made fast
enough
- Door opened often
- Large amount of food added
- Very cold (below 55 °F) room
temperature (Compressor
does not cycle often enough).
- Heavy ice usage
- Air vents blocked by items

Adjust the FREEZER
temperature to a colder
setting.
Note: When changing
temperature settings, make
adjustments one increment
at a time and wait 24 hours

[] REFRIGERATOR section too
cold
- Controls not set correctly for
your conditions

Adjust the
REFRIGERATOR

between adjustments.
Move items out of airstream

temperature to a warmer
setting.
Note: When changing
temperature settings, make
adjustments one increment
at a time and wait 24 hours
between adjustments.

[] FREEZER section too cold
- Controls not set correctly for
your conditions

Adjust the FREEZER
temperature to a warmer
setting.
Note: When changing
temperature settings, make
adjustments one increment
at a time and wait 24 hours
between adjustments.

FOOD STORAGE

GUIDE

STORING

Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and
moisture-proof
material unless otherwise noted. This
prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the
refrigerator. For dated products, check date code to
ensure freshness.
Items
Butter or
margarine

Cheese

Milk

Eggs

Leafy vegetables

Packaging

How to

Successful freezing depends on correct packaging.
When you close and seal the package, it must not

Keep opened butter in a covered
dish or closed compartment.
When storing an extra supply,
wrap in freezer packaging and
freeze.

allow air or moisture in or out. If it does, you could
have food odor and taste transfer throughout the
refrigerator and also dry out frozen food.

Store in the original wrapping until
you are ready to use it. Once
opened, rewrap tightly in plastic
wrap or aluminum foil.

Packaging

• Straight-sided

I_ Cover leftovers with plastic wrap
or aluminum foil. Plastic

self-sealing

or container

plastic bags

instructions

for proper

methods.

• Bread wrappers
• Containers

without

tight lids

• Wax paper or wax-coated
• Thin, semi-permeable

freezer wrap

wrap

• , CAUTION: Do not keep beverage cans or plastic
food containers in the freezer compartment.
They
may break or burst if they freeze.

drain. Place in plastic bag or
plastic container and store in
crisper.

Leftovers

plastic wraps

Do not use

Remove store wrapping and trim
or tear off bruised and discolored
areas. Wash in cold water and

I_ Use fresh fish and shellfish the
same day purchased.

jars

foil

freezer-grade

Follow package

lids

paper

• Non-permeable

I_ Wash, let dry, and store in
refrigerator in plastic bags or in
the crisper. Do not wash or hull
berries until you are ready to use
them. Sort and keep berries in
their original container in a
crisper, or store in a closed and
sealed paper bag on a refrigerator
shelf.

Fish

aluminum

• Plastic-coated
• Specified

with tight-fitting

canning/freezing

• Heavy-duty

I_ Store in original carton on interior
shelf, not on door shelf.

I_ Place in plastic bags or plastic
container and store in crisper.

recommendations:

• Rigid plastic containers

I_ Wipe milk cartons. For best
storage, place milk on interior
shelf, not on door shelf.

Vegetables with
skins (carrots,
peppers)

FOOD

NOTE: For further information about preparing food
for freezing or food storage times, check a freezer
guide or a reliable cookbook.

freezing
Fruit

FROZEN

containers with tight lids can
also be used.
24

Freezing
Yourfreezerwill not quick-freezeany largequantity
of food. Do not put moreunfrozenfood intothe
freezerthanwill freezewithin24 hours(no more
than2 to 3 Ibsof food percubicfootof freezer
space).Leaveenoughspacein the freezerfor air to
circulatearoundpackages.Becarefulto leave
enoughroomatthe frontso the doorcan close
tightly.
Storagetimeswill vary accordingto the qualityand
typeof food,the type of packagingor wrapused
(airtightand moisture-proof)and the storage
temperature.Icecrystalsinsidea sealedpackage
are normal.This simplymeansthat moisturein the
foodand air insidethe packagehavecondensed,
creatingice crystals.
NOTE:Allowhot foodsto cool at roomtemperature
for30 minutes,then packageand freeze.Cooling
hot foodsbeforefreezingsavesenergy.

REFRIGERATOR
WATER

SECTION

DISPENSER

To dispense cold water, push on the dispenser
with a glass.

pad

Dispenserpad

Push

Press down on either of the front corners to remove
the tray.

_i, WARNING: Do not put your
fingers up the ice chute opening.
Doing so can result in severe
injury.
_i, CAUTION:
Do not dispense ice
into fine china or crystal glasses.
China or crystal can break.

REFRIGERATOR

SHELVES

• To reinstall

similar

food items together

the front of the shelf up

and guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired
height. Then lower the front of the shelf so that the
hooks drop into the slots.

The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to
meet your individual storage needs. Your model may
have glass or wire shelves.
Storing

a shelf--Tilt

in your

refrigerator and adjusting the shelves to fit different
heights of items will make finding the exact item you
want easier; it will also reduce the amount of time
the refrigerator

door is open, saving energy.

IMPORTANT:
Do not clean glass shelves with warm
water while they are cold. Shelves may break if
exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact,
such as bumping. For your protection, glass shelves
are made with tempered glass, which will shatter into
small pebble-sized
pieces.
NOTE:

Glass shelves

when removing

Adjusting

• , CAUTION:

are heavy. Use special care

them to avoid dropping

Make sure that shelves

are level from

one side to the other. Failure to do so may result
in the shelf falling or food spilling.

them.

Shelves

Remove shelves from the shipping position
replace shelves in the position you want.
• To remove

a shelf--Tilt

Folding

and

You can store taller items such as a gallon container
or bottles by simply pushing the front half of shelf
underneath back half of shelf. Pull toward you to
return to a full shelf.

up the front of the shelf in

the direction of (_ and lift it in the direction
Pull the shelf out.

Shelf

of @.

HUMIDITY

CONTROLLED

CRISPER

To remove the glass
1. Lift up the glass under the
crisper cover.

The crispers provide fresher-tasting
fruit and
vegetables by letting you easily control humidity
inside the drawer.

2. Pull the glass up and out.

You can control the amount of humidity in the
moisture-sealed
crispers by adjusting the control to
any setting between VEGETABLE
and FRUIT.
• VEGETABLE
best storage

keeps moist air in the crisper

for

TEMPERATURE
DRAWER

of fresh, leafy vegetables.

• FRUIT lets moist air out of the crisper
storage of fruits.

for best

The Temperature
provides storage

CONTROLLED

PANTRY

Controlled Pantry Drawer
space with a variable temperature

control, that can keep the compartment
colder than
the refrigerator section. This drawer can be used for
large party trays, deli items, and beverages. (This
drawer should not be used for vegetables that
require high humidity).
Press the Select button to choose
Deli, and Produce.
Meat

Dell

between

Produce

Meats,

U
Select

AIR TIGHT CRISPER
The Air Tight Crisper is sealed to keep the humidity
locked into the crisper, for longer storage of
vegetables that require higher moisture levels to stay
fresh. Leafy vegetables,
broccoli, asparagus,
cauliflower are examples of vegetables that should
be stored in the Air Tight Crisper.
NOTE:

The Air Tight Crisper

is not intended

for fruits

or vegetables (potatoes, tomatoes, onions, etc.) that
do not require high moisture levels to stay fresh.

MODULAR
REMOVING
CRISPER

HUMIDITY

1. To remove,

pull the drawer out to full extension.

2. Lift the front of the crisper
out.

CONTROLLED

DOOR BIN

The door bins are removable
adjusting.
1. To remove the bin, simply
straight

up, then pull it straight

for easy cleaning

and

lift the bin up and pull

out.

2. To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired
support button and push down until it snaps into
place.

3. To install, slightly
tilt up the front and
insert the drawer
into the frame and
push it back into
place.

DAIRY BIN

DURABASE

1. To remove the dairy bin, simply
straight out.

lift it and pull

1. To remove the Durabase, push it to the back as
much as possible. Tilt up the front of the Durabase
and pull straight out.

2. To replace the dairy bin, slide it into place and
push down until it stops.

2. To install, insert the Durabase

in rail assembly.

NOTE: The dairy bin will only fit in the top space on
the right-hand door.

FREEZER
EXTRA

SECTION

DURABASE

ICE BIN

DIVIDER

The Durabase divider allows you to organize
Durabase area into sections.

1. To remove the ice bin from the upper drawer, pull out
the drawer as far as possible.

the

2. Gently lift and pull out the ice bin.
3. To install, pull out the drawer as much as possible
and set the ice bin in its correct position, then push in
the drawer.
/

•
Extra Ice Btn
_

• , WARNING:

DRA_ER

If the Durabase

divider

is removed,

there is enough open space for children
crawl inside.

or pets to

To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or
suffocation risk, DO NOT allow them to touch or
go near the freezer

• , CAUTION:

Pinch hazard!

clear of the bottom
closing.

Keep hands and feet

of the door when opening

and

drawer.

FILTER
It is recommended
that you replace the filter
approximately
every 6 months,
when the water filter indicator

• Firmly lock in the filter.
The cover will click back into

(_..G_T,0)turns on, or when the
ice and water dispenser
noticeably decreases output.
NOTE:

place.

Turn the shutoff valve

off (house valve),
changing

1. Remove

before

the water filter.

the old filter.

• Press the push button to
open the filter cover.
.

NOTE:
causes

Replacing the filter
a small amount of

After replacing the filter, turn on the water valve
and flush 2.5 gallons through filter before use
(flush for approximately
5 minutes, depressing
and releasing the dispenser pad for cycles of
30 seconds ON, 60 seconds OFF) and check the
filter for leaks.

water (around 1 oz. or
25 cc) to drain. Place a cup under the filter hole to
catch any waste.

To reset the water filter status display

and

indicator light, press and hold the Ultra Ice (Fliter
Reset) button for at least 3 seconds.
• Pull the filter downward
untill it stops and pull out.

4. Filter

Bypass

Plug

Keep the filter bypass plug.
You MUST use the filter bypass
plug when a replacement filter
cartridge is not available.

2. Replace

_il CAUTION:
refrigerator

with a new filter.

• Take the new filter out of its packaging and
remove the protective cover from the o-rings.
With filter "tabs" in the horizontal
the new filter
into the
manifold hole

position,

NOTE:

push

Plug Bypass

DO NOT operate
without filter or filter plug installed.

To purchase replacement water filter, visit
your Sears store or call 1-800-4MY- HOME.
Also visit us on the web at
www.sears.com/partsdirect.

until it stops.

Performance
Model:

Kenmore

Data Sheet

ADQ36006102-S

Use Replacement

Filter: ADQ36006102

The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less
than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and
Standard 53.
I

System tested and certified by NSF International
the reduction of substances listed below.

Contaminant

Reduction

against NSF/ANSI

Average

NSF specified Challenge

Avg %

Influent

Concentration

Reduction

Chlorine Taste and Odor

2.1mg/L

2.0 mg/L _+10%

97.2%

Nominal Particulate Class I,,

5,600,000

At least 10,000 particles/mL

107to 10_MFL; fibers greater

_>0.5to < 1.0 ,um
Asbestos

Standard

42 and Standard

ProductAVeragewater
MaXproductPermissiblewater
NSFReduction
Concentration

53 for

NSF Test

Concentration

Requirements

Report

0.06 mg/L

N/A

_>50%

J-00049247

98.7%

73,000 pts/ml

N/A

_>85%

J-00049282

>99%

< 1MLF

N/A

_>99%

J-0004928

pts/mL
190MFL

than 10,urn in length
Atrazine

0.0094mg/L

0.009 mg/L _+10%

94.7%

0.00005 mg/L

0.003 mg/L

N/A

J-00049293

Benzene

0.0t6mg/L

0.015 mg/L _+10%

96.7%

0.005 mg/L

N/A

J-00049300

Carbofuran

0.08mg/L

0.08 mg/L _+10%

98.1%

0.002 mg/L

0.04 mg/L

N/A

J-00049294

Lindane

0.002rng/L

0.002 mg/L _+10%

98.2%

0.00004 mg/L

0.0002 mg/L

N/A

J-00051975

P-Dichlorobenzene

0.22rng/L

0.225 mg/L _+10%

99.8%

0.0005 mg/L

0.075 mg/L

N/A

J-00049298

Toxaphene

0.0t4 mg/L

0.015 mg/L _+10%

93%

0.001 mg/L

0.003 mg/L

N/A

J-00049302

2,4-D

0.213rng/L

0.210 mg/L _+10%

95.2%

0.009 mg/L

0.07 mg/L

N/A

J-00049284

Lead pH @6.5

0.t50mg/L

0.15 mg/L _+10%

>99.3%

0.001 mg/L

0.010 mg/L

N/A

J-00051974

Lead pH @8.5

0.t50mg/L

0.15 mg/L _+10%

>99.3%

0.001 mg/L

0.010 mg/L

N/A

J-00049277

Mercury @ pH 6.5

0.0059mg/L

0.006 mg/L _+10%

96.1

0.0002 mg/L

0.002 mg/L

N/A

J-00053886

Mercury @ pH 8.5

0.0058rng/L

0.006 mg/L _+10%

90.1

0.0006 mg/L

0.002 mg/L

N/A

J-00051972

120,000cysts/L

Minimum50,000 cysts/L

99.99%

<1 cyst/L

N/A

_>99.95%

J-00049281

Cyst*

* Based on the use of Cryptosporidium

parvum oocysts

]

Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters
Service Flow

0.5 gpm (1.9 Ipm)

Water Supply

Potable Water

Water Pressure

20 -120 psi (138 - 827 kPa)

Water Temperature

33°F - 100°F (0.6°C - 38°C)

It is essential that the manufacturer's
installation,

maintenance

To reduce the risk associated with ingestion
of contaminants:
Do not use with water that is
microbiologically
unsafe or of unknown
quality without adequate disinfection
before
and after the system. Systems certified for cyst

recommended

reduction may be used on disinfected water that
may contain filterable cysts. EPA Establishment
Number 10350-MN-005

and filter replacement

requirements be carried out for the product to perform
as advertised.
Note: While the testing was performed under standard
laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary.
Replacement

Filter: ADQ36006102

For estimated costs of replacement elements please
call 1-800-4MY-HOME
or visit our website at

To reduce the risk associated with property
damage due to water leakage:

www.sears.com/partsdirect

• Read and follow
installation

Use Instructions before

and use of this system.

• Installation and use MUST comply with all state

3M is a trademark of 3M Company.
NSF is a trademark of NSF International.

and local plumbing

codes.

• Do not install if water pressure exceeds 120 psi
(827 kPa). Contact a plumbing professional if you
are uncertain how to check your water pressure.
• Do not install where water hammer conditions
may occur. If water hammer conditions exist you
must install a water hammer arrester. Contact a
plumbing professional if you uncertain
check for this condition.

how to

• Do not install on hot water supply lines.
The maximum operating water temperature
filter system is 100°F (38°C).

of this

• Protect filter from freezing. Drain filter when
temperatures drop below 40°F (4.4°C).
• The disposable filter must be replaced every
6 months or more often depending on usage.

State of California
Department

of Public Health

Water Treatment Device
Certificate Number
09- 2019
Date Issued:

Trademark/Model

December

15, 2009

Designation

ADQ36006102-S
Manufacturer:

Sears Roebuck

and Co.
pursuant

to Section

inants
Cysts

Organic Contaminants
2,4-D Reduction
Atrazine
Benzene
Carbofuran
Lindane
p-DiChlorobenzene
Toxaphene

Rated

Service

Capacity:

200 gal

,Rated
Conditions

of CertificatiOn."

Service

Flow:

0.5 gpm

INSIDE WALLS (allow freezer
the cloth will not stick)

to warm up so

To help remove odors, you can wash the inside of
the refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and
warm water. Mix 2 tablespoons
baking soda to 1
quart of water (26 g soda to 1 liter water.) Be sure
the baking soda is completely dissolved so it does
not scratch the surfaces of the refrigerator.
Explosion
Use non-flammable

Hazard

cleaner.

result in death, explosion,

_, CAUTION:
water.

Failure to do so can

DOOR

• Unplug
• Remove

refrigerator

TIPS

or disconnect

all removable

PLASTIC
power.

• Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild
detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive
harsh cleaners.
• Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces
or reconnect

flammable
material.

and panels)

sprays, abrasive

cleansers,

fluids. These can scratch or damage

CONDENSER

Use a vacuum

thoroughly.

COILS
cleaner

with

an attachment to clean the
condenser cover and vents.

power.

OUTSIDE
Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps
provide rust protection. Do not wax plastic parts.
Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year
using appliance wax (or auto paste wax). Apply wax
with a clean, soft cloth.
For products with a stainless steel exterior, use a
clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in
warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
Dry thoroughly

PARTS (covers

Do not use window

parts, such as shelves,

crispers, etc. Refer to sections in USING YOUR
REFRIGERATOR
for removal instructions.

• Plug in refrigerator

LINERS AND GASKETS

Do not use cleaning waxes, concentrated
detergents, bleaches, or cleaners containing
petroleum on plastic refrigerator parts.

immediately.

CLEANING

the inside, do not spray

or fire.

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost
automatically.
However, clean both sections about
once a month to prevent odors. Wipe up spills

GENERAL

While cleaning

with a soft cloth.

or
the

LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT

Electrical

POWER

1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep
all refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay
cold and frozen.

Shock Hazard

2. If the power will be out for more than 24 hours,
remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food
locker.

Before replacing a Light Bulb, either unplug the
refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker
or fuse box.
NOTE:

Refrigerator

light is LED interior lighting

service should only be perfomed
qualified technician.
Change

Freezer

1. Unplug
2. Remove

Compartment

refrigerator

INTERRUPTIONS

and

WHEN

by a

YOU

GO ON VACATION

If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while
you are away, follow these steps to prepare your
refrigerator before you leave.

Light Bulb

1. Use up any perishables

power cord from outlet.

2. Turn off icemaker

the screw using a Phillips screwdriver.

If you choose

and freeze other items.

and empty the ice bin.

to turn the refrigerator

3. Grasp the light cover, pull the cover downward.

you leave, follow these steps.

• , CAUTION:
touch.

1. Remove

Make sure the bulb is cool to the

5. Replace

with a new 60-watt

7. Tighten

wipe it and dry well.

to remove.

appliance

3. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both
doors to prop them open far enough for air to get
in. This stops odor and mold from building up.

bulb.

6. Insert tabs on back of cover into slots in freezer
ceiling.

all food from the refrigerator.

2. Clean refrigerator,

4. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise

off before

Push cover up to snap front into place.
the screw using a Phillips

screwdriver.

WHEN YOU MOVE
When you are moving your refrigerator to a new
home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move.
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator
frozen food in dry ice.

and pack all

2. Unplug the refrigerator.
3. Clean, wipe and dry thoroughly.
4. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well and
tape them together so they do not shift and rattle
during the move. Refer to sections in Using your
Refrigerator
5. Depending
refrigerator

for removable

instructions.

on the model, raise the front of the
so it rolls more easily OR screw in the

leveling legs all the way so they do not scrape the
floor. See the Door Closing section.
6. Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to
the refrigerator cabinet.
• When you are finished,
the electrical source.

reconnect

the refrigerator

When you get to your new home, put everything
back and refer to the Installing
Your Refrigerator
section for preparation instructions.

AUTOMATIC

ICEMAKER

Ice is made in the automatic

icemaker

and sent to

the dispenser. The icemaker will produce 12 cubes
per cycle--approximately
100 in a 24-hour period,
depending on freezer compartment
temperature,

DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic

room temperature,
number
other operating conditions.

icemaking mechanism
plugged in.

of door openings

Personal

and

• It takes about 12 to 24 hours for a newly installed
refrigerator to make ice.
• Icemaking

stops when the ice storage

• To turn off the automatic

icemaker,

Injury

Hazard

while the refrigerator

Icemaker

bin is full.

set the

icemaker switch to OFF (0). To turn on the
automatic icemaker, set the switch to ON (I).
NOTE:

The water pressure

must be between

20 and

120 psi on models without a water filter and between
40 and 120 psi on models with a water filter to
produce the normal amount and size cubes.
Power Switch

Ice-detecting Sensor

WHEN YOU SHOULD

_, CAUTIONS

POWER

• The first ice and water may include particles or
odor from the water supply line or the water tank.
• Throw away the first few batches
cubes).

TO OFF (O)

• When the water supply will be shut off for several
hours.

of ice (about 24

• This is also necessary if the refrigerator
been used for a long time.

SWITCH

SET THE ICEMAKER

• When the ice bin is removed
minute or two.

has not

When the refrigerator
days.

• Never store beverage cans or other foods in the ice
bin for the purpose of rapid cooling.
Doing so may damage the icemaker or the
containers may burst.

for more than a

will not be used for several

NOTE: Ice Bin should be emptied when the
icemaker on/off switch is turned to the Off (0)
position.

• If discolored ice is dispensed, check the water filter
and water supply. If the problem continues, contact
a Sears or other qualified service center. Do not
use the ice or water until the problem is corrected.

NORMAL

SOUNDS

• The icemaker

YOU MAY HEAR

water valve will buzz as the icemaker

fills with water. If the power switch is in the On (I)
• Keep children away from the dispenser.
may play with or damage the controls.

Children

position, it will buzz even if it has not yet been
hooked up to water. To stop the buzzing, move the
power switch to Off (0).

• The ice passage may also become blocked with
frost if only crushed ice is used. Remove the frost
that accumulates.

NOTE: Keeping the power switch in the On (I)
position before the water line is connected can

• Never use thin crystal glass or crockery to collect
ice. Such glasses or containers may break, and
glass fragments

damage

• You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the
bin and water running in the pipes as the icemaker
refills.

could be in the ice.

• Dispense ice into a glass before filling it with water
or other beverages. Splashing may occur if ice is
dispensed

into a glass that already

contains

liquid.

PREPARING

• Never use a glass that is exceptionally
narrow or
deep. Ice may jam in the ice passage and
refrigerator

performance

the icemaker.

FOR VACATION

Set the icemaker power switch to Off (0) and shut
off the water supply to the refrigerator.

may be affected.

• Keep the glass at a proper distance from the ice
outlet. A glass held too close to the outlet may
prevent ice from dispensing.

NOTE: Ice Bin should be emptied anytime the
icemaker on/off switch is turned to the Off (0)
position.

• To avoid personal injury, keep hands out of the ice
door and passage.

If the ambient temperature will drop below freezing,
have a qualified servicer drain the water supply
system to prevent serious property damage due to
flooding from ruptured water lines or connections.

• Never remove the dispenser

cover.

• If you find ice or water dispensed unexpectedly,
turn off the water supply and contact Sears Home
Service at 1-800-4 MY HOME.

BEFORE

YOU BEGIN

WHAT

YOU

WILL

Tubing,

NEED

.,_

This water line installation is not warranted by the
refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer
or retailer.
Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the
risk of expensive water damage.

• Copper

1/4" outer diameter

Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house
plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts
and lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a

To determine how much tubing you need, measure
the distance from the water valve on the back of the

qualified plumber to correct water hammer before
installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.

(2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8 feet [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10"

To prevent burns and product damage,
up the water line to the hot water line.

[25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator
out from the wall after installation.

to connect the refrigerator to the
water supply. Be sure both ends of
the tubing are cut square.

refrigerator

do not hook

to the water supply pipe. Then add 8 feet

to move

If you use your refrigerator before connecting the
water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is
in the Off (0) position.

• A cold water supply. The water pressure must be
between 20 and 120 p.s.i, on models without a
water filter and between 40 and 120 p.s.i, on
models with a water filter.

Do not install the icemaker tubing
temperatures
fall below freezing.

• Power drill.

When using any electrical

in areas where

• 1/2" or adjustable

device (such as a power

• Straight- and Phillipsblade screwdriver.

drill) during installation, be sure the device is doubleinsulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the
hazard of electric shock, or is battery-powered.
If a reverse

osmosis

water filtration

system

• Two 1/4" outer diameter

compression
nuts and
2 ferrules (sleeves) to

connected to your cold water supply, this water line
installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or
icemaker manufacturer
or retailer. Follow next
instructions carefully to minimize
expensive water damage.

connect the copper tubing
to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator

the risk of

• If your existing

to fill a cup of 7oz capacity).

the sediment

reverse osmosis system
filter if necessary.

Replace

the

of 5/32" at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER

Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis
system to refill after heavy usage.
If the issue about water pressure

from reverse

osmosis

qualified

remains,

All installations
plumbing
NOTE:

call a licensed,

must be in accordance

water

OR you

• Shutoff valve to connect
to the cold water line.
The shutoff valve should
have a water inlet with a
minimum inside diameter

filter in the

is blocked.

water valve.

can cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and
then use a compression
fitting.

If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis
system is less than 21 psi (1.5 kgf/cm _, more than
4.0sec to fill a cup of 7oz capacity):
Check to see whether

copper

line has a flared fitting at the
end, you will need an
adapter (available at
plumbing supply stores) to
connect the water line to the refrigerator

If a reverse osmosis
water filtration
system is
connected to your cold water supply, the water
pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be
a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (2.8 kgf/cm 2 ~ 4.2 kgf/cm 2,
less than 2.0~3.0sec

wrench.

LINE. Saddle-type

shutoff valves are included in many water supply
kits. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type
valve complies with your local plumbing codes.

plumber.

with local

NOTE: Self Piercing
should not be used.

code requirements.
Wear eye protection.

Saddle Type Water Valve

INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

5. TIGHTEN

Tighten the clamp screws
begins to swell.

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently
used drinking water line.
1. SHUT

OFF

THE

MAIN

WATER

NOTE:

SUPPLY

Choose

until the sealing washer

Do not overtighten

or you may crush the

tubing.
Washer

Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure
on the line.

2. CHOOSE

THE PIPE CLAMP

Inlet End

Pipe Clamp

THE VALVE LOCATION

a location

for the valve

Clamp Screw

that is easily accessible.
It is best
to connect into the side of a
vertical water pipe. When it is
necessary to connect into a
horizontal water pipe, make the

6. ROUTE THE TUBING

connection to the top or side, rather than at the
bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment from
the water pipe.

Route the tubing
the refrigerator.

between

Route the tubing through

3. DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE

pipe using a sharp bit. Remove
any burrs resulting from drilling
the hole in the pipe. Take care
not to allow water to drain into
the drill. Failure to drill a 1/4"

4. FASTEN

diameter) to allow the refrigerator
from the wall after installation.

ice production

7. CONNECT

THE TUBING

Place the compression

VALVE

nut and ferrule

Shutoff Valve _

Packing

the

Nut

Compression Nut

Outlet Valve

Ferrule (sleeve)

Vertical Cold
Water Pipe

NOTE:
Commonwealth

(sleeve)

Saddle-Type

Pipe Clamp --

NOTE:

TO THE VALVE

tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten
compression
nut securely.

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe
with the pipe clamp.

Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve

to move out

for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and
connect it to the shutoff valve. Make sure the

tubing.

THE SHUTOFF

base

NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8 feet coiled into 3 turns of about 10"

NOTE: The hookup line cannot be white, plastic
tubing. Licensed plumbers must use only copper
tubing NDA tubing #49595 or 49599 or Cross
Link Polyethylene(PEX)

a hole drilled in the wall

or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent
cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.

Drill a 1/4" hole in the water

hole may result in reduced
smaller cubes.

the cold water line and

Commonwealth

Plumbing

of Massachusetts

Codes 248CMR

shall be adhered

to.

Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted
in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed
plumber.

Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to.
Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted
in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed
plumber.
38

8. FLUSH

OUT THE TUBING

10. TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE

Turn the main water supply on
and flush out the tubing until the
water is clear.

Tighten

any connections

that leak.

Shut the water off at the water
valve after about one quart of
water has been flushed through
the tubing.

9. CONNECT THE TUBING
REFRIGERATOR
NOTE:

TO THE

Before making the connection to the
refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power
cord is not plugged

1. Remove
valve.

into the wall outlet.

11. PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR

the plastic flexible cap from the water

Arrange

2. Place the compression

nut and ferrule

the coil of tubing

so that it does not

vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or
against the wall. Push the refrigerator back to
the wall.

(sleeve)

onto the end of the tubing as shown.
3. Insert the end of the copper tubing into the
connection as far as possible. While holding the
tubing, tighten the fitting.
_, CAUTION:

Check to see if leaks occur at water
line connections.

1/4" Tubing

iu/ilng

Cla_

12. START THE ICEMAKER
C°tPressi°n_
Ferrule _

Set the icemaker power switch to the On (I)
position.
NOTE: A newly installed refrigerator may take

_
_

several

(sleeve)_
_

Connection
efrigerator

_, CAUTION: Check to see if water dripping
occurs at water line connections.

hours to start producing

ice.

UNDERSTANDING

SOUNDS

YOU MAY HEAR

• A clicking

noise may come from the electronic

control switching

Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old
one did not make. Because the sounds are new to

• Rattling

the cooling

system

on and off.

noises may come from the flow of

refrigerant, the water line, or items stored on top of
the refrigerator.

you, you might be concerned about them. Most of
the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces, like the
floor, walls and cabinets, can make the sounds seem

• Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently
to keep your food items at the desired temperature.
The high efficiency compressor
may cause your
new refrigerator to run longer than your old one,

louder than they actually are. The following list
describes the kinds of sounds and what may be
making them.

but is still more energy efficient than previous
models. While running, you may hear a pulsating
high-pitched sound, this is normal.

• You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating
the air through the refrigerator and freezer
compartments.
• As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling
sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your
refrigerator.
• Contraction
and expansion
cause a popping noise.

of the inside walls may

• Water dripping on the defrost heater during a
defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound.
• You may hear air being forced over the condenser
by the condenser

fan.

• You may hear water running
during the defrost cycle.

into the drain pan

• You can hear the noise occurring from the ice
compartment
fan in the freezer on the left side of
the refrigerator when doors are open.

REFRIGERATOR

DOES

NOT

OPERATE

Check if...

Then..,

The power supply cord is unplugged.

Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.

A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker
tripped.

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Check that the
house circuit is not overloaded.

Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle.

Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.

Store sales floor Demonstration

The refrigerator control has been put into the store Demo
(Demonstration) Mode. The Demonstration Mode disables the
cooling system; only the interior lighting and the display will
work normally. To disable, open one door, then press Ultra Ice
and Refrigerator Temp buttons at the same time for
5 seconds. You will see the previous temperature setting you
had on display when Demo Mode is deactivated.

Mode.

LIGHTS

DO NOT WORK

Check if...

Then...

The power supply cord is unplugged.

Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.

Light bulb is loose in the socket.

Unplug the refrigerator. Gently remove the bulb and reinsert.
Then plug in refrigerator and reset the refrigerator control.

Light bulb has burned out.

Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage, size and
shape available at your local hardware store. (See the LIGHT
BULB REPLACEMENT section on page 34.)
Unplug the refrigerator prior to replacement.

A door has been open for seven minutes.

Shutting the doors for one second will allow the light bulbs to
come back on.

VIBRATION

OR RATTLING

NOISE

Check if...

Then...

The refrigerator is not resting solidly on
the floor.

COMPRESSOR

MOTOR

Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need adjusting.
See INSTALLATION section on pages 10 and 19.

SEEMS TO RUN TOO MUCH

Check if...

Then...

The refrigerator that was replaced was an older
model.

Modern refrigerators with more storage space require more
operating time.
NOTE: Even though this refrigerator may run more than your
older one it will still use less energy.

The room temperature is hotter than normal.

The motor will run longer under warm conditions. At normal
room temperatures, expect your motor to run about 40% to
80% of the time. Under warmer conditions, expect it to run
even more often.

The door is opened often or a large amount of food
has just been added.

Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator.
It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer in order to cool the
refrigerator back down. In order to conserve energy, try to get
everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food
organized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as
the food is removed.
See the FOOD STORAGE GUIDE section on page 24.

The refrigerator was recently plugged in and the
refrigerator control was set correctly.

The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool completely.

The refrigerator control is not set correctly for the
surrounding conditions.

See the ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS section on page
23.

The doors are not closed completely.

Push the doors firmly shut. If they will not shut all the way, see
DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY on page 42.

The back cover is dirty.

A dirty back cover prevents air transfer and makes the motor
work harder. Clean the back cover. Refer to the CARE AND
CLEANING section on pages 33-34.
41

DOORS

WILL NOT CLOSE

COMPLETELY

Check if...

Then...

The refrigerator is not level.

See LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT section on page 19.

Food packages are blocking the door open.

Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves.

The ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door bins
or baskets are out of 3osition.

Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover, pans, shelves and
baskets into their correct positions. See the USING YOUR
REFRIGERATOR section on pages 20-28.

The gaskets are sticking.

Clean the gaskets and the surfaces that they touch. Rub a thin
coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after
cleaning.

The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable.

Level the refrigerator. Refer to the LEVELING AND DOOR
ALIGNMENT section on page 19.

The doors were removed during product
installation and not properly replaced.

To make sure the doors are installed correctly, refer to the
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION section (pages 13-19).

FROST

OR ICE CRYSTALS

ON FROZEN

Check if...

FOOD
Then...

The door is not closing properly.

See DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY

above.

The door is opened often.

When the door is opened, warm, humid air is allowed in the
freezer, resulting in frost.

ICE HAS BAD TASTE OR ODOR
Check if...

Then...

The icemaker was recently installed.

Discard the first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or bad
tasting ice.

The ice has been stored for too long.

Throw away old ice and make a new supply.

The food has not been wrapped tightly in either
compartment,

Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food is not
wrapped properly.

The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur.

A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor
problems.

The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning.

See CARE AND CLEANING section on pages 33-34.

Ice storage bin needs cleaning.

Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.

THERE

IS WATER IN THE DEFROST

Check if...

DRAIN PAN
Then...

The refrigerator is defrosting.

The water will evaporate. It is normal for water to drip into the
defrost pan.

It is more humid than normal.

Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to
evaporate. This is normal when it is hot or humid.

THE REFRIGERATOR

SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE

Check if...

Then...

The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator.

THE ICEMAKER

IS NOT PRODUCING

Refer to the UNDERSTANDING
section on page 40.

ICE OR NOT ENOUGH

Check if...

SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR

ICE

Then...

New installation.

Wait 24 hours after icemaker installation for ice production to
begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice production.

The refrigerator is not connected to a water supply
or the supply shutoff valve is not turned on.

Connect refrigerator to the water supply and turn water shutoff
valve fully open.

Reverse osmosis water filtration system is
connected to your cold water supply.

Reverse osmosis filtration systems can reduce the water
pressure below the minimum amount (40 psi) and result in
icemaker issues.

Kink in the water source line.

A kink in the line can reduce water flow. Straighten the water
source line.

Large amount of ice recently has been removed.

Allow 24 hours for icemaker to produce more ice.
NOTE: An extra ice bucket is provided in the freezer section
for additional storage.

The icemaker is not turned on.

Locate the icemaker on/off switch and confirm it is in the On (I)
position.

There is something on the ice-detecting sensor.

Foreign substances or frost on the ice-detecting sensor can
interrupt ice production. Make sure the sensor area is clean at
all times for proper operation.

The temperature setting for the freezer is too
warm.

Below 0°F is the recommended temperature for the freezer
compartment for normal ice production. If the freezer
temperature is warmer, ice production will be affected.

The doors are opened often.

If the doors of the unit are opened often, the cold air will
escape which will prevent the unit from maintaining the set
temperature. Lowering the temperature can help, as well as
not opening the doors as frequently.

The doors are not closing properly.

If the doors are not properly closed, ice production will be
affected.

The ice compartment door is not closing properly.

If the ice compartment door is not properly closed, ice
production will be affected. Make sure ice compartment door is
closed for proper operation.

Ultra Ice is not selected.

With this option, the cold air in the compartment
as is ice production.

is increased

NOT DISPENSING

ICE

Check if...

Then...

All the doors are not closed completely.

Ice will not dispense if any of the refrigerator doors are left
open.

The dispenser display is locked.

Press and hold the Lock ( I _:'_"c_,o,_) for 3 seconds to unlock the
control panel and dispenser.

Ice is not selected on the dispenser.

The dispenser can be set for ice or water. Make certain that
the control panel is set for the proper operation. Press the
dispenser button on the control panel to cycle through the ice
and water options.

The ice dispenser is not used often.

Infrequent use of the ice dispenser will cause the cubes to
stick together over time, which will prevent them from properly
dispensing. Check the ice bin for ice cubes clumping/sticking
together. If they are, break up the ice cubes to allow for proper
operation.

Ice bin is not installed correctly.

Be sure to install the ice bin firmly into position.

New installation.

Wait 24 hours after icemaker installation for ice production to
begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice production.

Ice cubes are stuck in the delivery chute.

Use a plastic utensil to clear the delivery chute.

The ice dispenser is stalling while dispensing "crushed"
ice.

Change the ice button from "crushed" to "cubed".
If cubed ice dispenses correctly, depress the button for
"crushed" ice and begin dispensing again.

DISPENSING

WARM WATER

Check if...

Then...

New installation.

Allow 24 hours after installation for the water supply to cool
completely.

The water dispenser has been recently used.

The unit has its own water tank inside. The water storage
capacity is 12 oz. (345 ml) of cold water.

The refrigerator is connected to a hot water line.

Make sure the refrigerator is connected to a cold water pipe.

NOT DISPENSING

WATER

Check if...

Then..,

The dispenser panel is locked.

Press and hold the Lock ( I _....._J...
) for 3 seconds to unlock the
control panel and dispenser.

New installation.

Flush and fill the water system.

Refrigerator or freezer doors are not closed
properly,

Water will not dispense if any of the refrigerator doors are left
open.

The refrigerator is not connected to a water supply
or the supply shutoff valve is not turned on.

Connect refrigerator to the water supply and turn water shutoff
valve fully open.

The water pressure is less than 40 psi.

The water pressure to the home affects the flow from the
dispenser.

Home filter or reverse osmosis system is used.

This can decrease water pressure. It is recommended not to
connect the supply line to a reverse osmosis system for optimal
operation.

The dispenser is not set for water dispensing.

The dispenser can be set for ice or water. Make certain that the
control panel is set for the proper operation. Press the
dispenser button on the control panel to cycle through the ice
and water options.

Water filter needs to be changed.

The filter should be changed every 6 months or more often
depending on usage. The filter can become blocked over time
with foreign particles and reduce the water pressure.

THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT

TO OPEN

Check if...

Then..,

The gaskets are dirty or sticky.

Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch. Rub a thin
coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after
cleaning.

The door is reopened within a short time after
having been opened.

When you open the door, warmer air enters the refrigerator.
As the warm air cools, it can create a vacuum. If the door is
hard to open, wait 5 minutes to allow the air pressure to
equalize, then see if it opens more easily.

TEMPERATURE

IS TOO WARM OR THERE

Check if...

IS INTERIOR

MOISTURE

BUILDUP

Then...

The air vents are blocked. Cold air circulates from
the freezer to the fresh food section and back
again through air vents in the wall dividing the two
sections.

Locate air vents by using your hand to sense airflow and move
all packages that block vents and restrict airflow.
(See AIRFLOW section on page 21 .)

The doors are opened often.

When the door is opened, warm humid air is allowed into the
refrigerator. The more the door is opened, the faster the
humidity builds up, and the more warm air the refrigerator must
cool. In order to keep the refrigerator cool, try to get everything
you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized
so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is
removed.

The control is not set correctly for the surrounding
conditions.

Refer to the SETTING THE CONTROLS section on page 20.
Wait 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize or even out. If the
temperature is too cold or too warm, change the setting one
increment at a time.

A large amount of food has just been added to the
refrigerator or freezer,

Adding food warms the refrigerator. It can take a few hours for
the refrigerator to return to normal temperature.

The food is not packaged correctly.

Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to storing
in the refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation.
If necessary, repackage food according to the guidelines in the
FOOD STORAGE GUIDE section on page 24.

The doors are not closing completely.

See DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY

The weather is humid.

In humid weather, air carries moisture into the refrigerator
when the doors are opened.

A self-defrost cycle was completed.

It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the
refrigerator self-defrosts.

FROZEN

FOOD IN REFRIGERATOR

on page 42.

COMPARTMENT

Check if...

Then...

The temperature control in the refrigerator
compartment is set too cold.

Press the Refrigerator Temp button to set the refrigerator
compartment to a warmer temperature.

Refrigerator is installed in a cold location.

When room temperature is below 41°F(5°C), food can
become frozen. The refrigerator should not be
operated in temperatures below 55°F(13°C).

Food with a high water content was placed too
close to the cold air discharge,

Place food with a high water content toward the front of the
refrigerator. (See AIRFLOW section on page 21 .)

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