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Bottom Freezer Refrigerator

Use & Care Guide

Refrigeradorcon montaje inferior

Manual de uso y cuidado

R_frig_rateur_compartiment inf_rieur

Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien

Models:

596.73502200, 596.73503200, 596.73504200, 596.73509200

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PartNo. 12642720 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffrnan Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com

FormB/10102 Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 Au Canada, www.sears.¢a

INSTALLINGYOURREFRIGERATOR

These instructions were provided to aid

you in the installation ol your

refrigerator

MEASURINGTHEOPENING

A one-half inch (72")of air space must be

provided for the back of the refrigerator.

When installing your refrigerator,

measure carefully.

Subflooring or floor coverings (i.e.

carpet, tile, wood floors, rugs) may make

your opening smaller than anticipated.

Some clearance may be gained by

using the leveling procedure under

How to Level Your Refrigerator.

IMPORTANT: If refrigerator is to be

installed into a recess where top of

refrigerator is completely covered, use

dimensions from floor to top of hinge

cap to verify proper clearance.

TRANSPORTINGYOUR

REFRIGERATOR

Follow these tips when moving the

refrigerator to final location:

> NEVER transport refrigerator on its

side. If an upright position is not

possible, lay refrigerator on its back.

Allow refrigerator to sit upright for

approximately 30 minutes prior to

plugging refrigerator in to assure oil

returns to the compressor. Plugging

refrigerator in immediately may cause

damage to internal parts.

> Use an appliance dolly when moving

refrigerator. ALWAYS truck

refrigerator from its side-NEVER

from its front or back.

> Protect outside finish of refrigerator

during transport by wrapping cabinet

in blankets or inserting padding

between the refrigerator and dolly.

*- Secure refrigerator to dolly firmly,with

straps or bungee cords Thread straps

through handles when possible. DO NOT

overtighten Overtightening restraints may

dent nr damage outside finish

SELECTINGTHEBEST

LOCATION

Observe these points when choosing the

final location for your refrigerator:

> DO NOT install refrigerator near

oven, radiator or other heat source. If

not possible, shield refrigerator with

cabinet material.

> DO NOT install where temperature

fans below 55° F (13° C). Malfunction

may occur at this temperature.

> To assure proper door closure, follow

the leveling instructions in the

section, How te Level Your

Refrigerator.

OPENINGANDCLOSING

YOURFRESHFOODDOORS

Your new refrigerator is uniquely

designed with two fresh food doors.

Either door can be opened or closed

independently of one another.

There is a vertically-hinged section on

the 1ellfresh food door called the

SmartSeal. When the left door is closed,

the hinged section automatically forms a

seal between the two doors when both

doors are closed.

When the left door is opened, the

SmartSeal automatically folds inward so

that it is out of the way.

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Removing fresh food handles:

HOWTOflEM( VETHE

HIHGES,DOORSAHD

DRAWER

1. Locate either the plastic ,1!!/ I

tool packaged with the _ Some installations require door removal

literature pack or a plastic to get refrigerator into final location.

putty knife. Pulling the

handle slightly outward,

insertthe tOOl,as illustrated. Tool To avoid electrical shOCk, whi_ _d

should slide in about Y," cause Severe personal injU_ _L i

death, disconnect power t_ +.

2. With tool still in place, 1tlli t refrigerator before removing _Ps!

grab portion of handle + _4__ .

closest to the tool area, y_/_ Connect power only after re£1acng :'

and firmly slidehandleupwardto remove from _//_ doors.

door.

3. Repeat to remove opposite fresh food

handle.

Removing freezer handle:

1. Locateeitherthe plastic I/IJ .t

toot packaged with the

literature pack or a plastic

putty knife• Pulling the

handle slightly outward,

insert the tool,as iTlustrated. Tool

should slide in about Y0".

2. Wth tool still in pace, grab portion of

.1[_. -

handle closest to 1hetoo area, and

firmly slide handle right to remove

from door.

Replacing fresh food handles:

1. Makingsure the outer curve of the

handleis facing the hingeside of

door,alignhandle ondoor face just

above clips on door.

2. Pushhandle lirmly i_l:J_b_

against door while sliding

handle downward until it

locks into place. _:_..i:_3_

3. Repeat to install opposite _

fresh food handle.

Replacing freezer handle:

1. Making sure the outercurve of the

handle is pointed toward the floor,

align handle on door face just to the

right of the clips on door. _,_= :,

2. Push handle firmly _.

against door while sliding _ t

locks into place.

Oihe_

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SmartSealShould

to left refrigerator door

removal.

Unplug power cord

from power source.

Remove top hinge

covers by removing

Phillips screws.

>- Retain screw and

cover for replacement.

Unscrew _,+"hex head screws from

right side top hinge to remove hinge.

> Retain all screws for later use.

4. Lift right side refrigerator door from

center hinge pin Remove door

closure Irom center hinge pin on the

right side

> Retain door closure for later use.

Right side

door closure

5. Disconnect wire harness on top of left

side refrigerator door top hinge.

>*Release two-pin connector by

pressing junction point with a flat

blade screwdriver or fingernail.

> Green ground wire remains

attached to the hinge.

6. Unscrew Y,+"hex head screws from

top hinge to remove hinge.

> Retain all screws for later use.

> Lift left side refrigerator door,

along with top hinge, from center

hinge pin.

7. Remove right and left center hinges

with Phillips screwdriver.

> Retain screws for later use.

IHSTALLIHGYOURREFRIGERATOR,corn,

Toavoi

10. Pull upper basket out to full

extension, and lift out to remove.

13. Remove both stabilizing brackets

with Y,,"hex head driver.

Retain screws for later use.

8. Pull drawer open to full extension.

11. Lilt top of door to unhook door

supports from rail system. Lilt door

out to remove•

9. Remove lower basket by pressing

inward on basket sides, then lift

basket. 12. Remove toe grille and bottom

bracket covers.

Press Tab Here

HOWTOREPLACETHE

HINGES,DOORSAND

DRAWER

1. Install stabilizing brackets with _8"hex

head driver.

2. Replace toe grille and bottom bracket

covers.

>_Snap bottom portion of toe

grille into place first. Press

down on top part of grille until

top portion snaps into place.

3. Pull both rails out to furl extension.

5. With drawer puffedout to full

extension, insert lower basket by

aligning tabs on both side of lower

basket with notches in rail assembly.

6. Slide upper basket into refrigerator.

Make sure that rea_"of basket hooks

behind rail catch.

10.

11.

12.

Install center hinges with Phillips

screws.

>- Replace door closure on the dght

side. Door closure cannot be

used on the left side.

Place hinge side of refrigerator door

on center hinge pin.

While holding refrigerator door

upright, tighten door tophinge with

'A,"hex head driver.

Repeat steps 8 and 9 to install

second door.

Reconnectwireharness on left side

door.

,Replacetop hinge coverson both

hinges.

4. Hook door supports into rail tabs, as

illustrated, and lower door into final

position.

IHSTALLIHGYOURREFRIGERATOR,CONT.

HOWTOCOHHECTTHE

WATERSUPPLY

To reduce the risk of injury or

death, follow basic precautions,

including the following:

>'- Read all instructions before

installing device.

_- DO NOT attempt installation if

instructions are not understood or

if they are beyond personal skill

level.

Observe all local codes and

ordinances.

_- DO NOT service device unless

specifically recommended in

owner's manual or published

user-repair instructions.

:_ Disconnect power to refrigerator

prior to installing device.

MATERIALS NEEDED

>_'/2'outerdiameterflexible copper

tubing

_- Brasscompression nut and sleeve for

Y,"outer diameter coppertubing.

Shut-off valve (requires a '/," hole to

be drilled into water supply before

valve attachment)

Adjustable wrench

_- Y,"hex nut driver

NOTE: Add 8' to tubinglength needed to

reach water supply for creation of

service loop.

1, Create service I_op with tubingusing

care to avoid kinks in tubing.

4. Place end of copper tubinginto water

valve inlet port. Shape tubing slightly -

DO NOT KINK - so that tubing feeds

straight into inlet port.

5. Slide brass nut over sleeve and

screw nut into inletport. _ghten nut

with wrench.

To avoid property damage or

possible injury, follow basic

precautions, including the

following:

Consult a plumber to connect

copper tubing to household

plumbingto assure compliance

with local codes and ordinances.

:_ Confirm water pressure to water

valve is between 20 and 100

pounds per square inch.If water

filter is installed, water pressure to

water valve must be a minimum of

35 pounds per square inch.

DO NOT use a self-piercing, or _',J'

saddle valve! Both reduce water

flow. become dogged with time,

and may cause leaks if repair is

attempted.

_ghten nuts by hand to prevent

cross threading. Finish tightening

nuts with pliers and wrenches. Do

not overtighten. ,,t

Wait 24 hours before placing

refrigerator intofinal position to

check and correct any water leaks.

2. Remove plastic cap from water valve

inlet port.

3. Place brass nut (A) and sleeve (B) on

copper tube end as illustrated.

IMPORTANT:DO NOTovertighten.

Cross threading may occur.

6. Pull on tubing to confirm connection

is secure. Connect tubing to frame

with water tubing clamp (C) and turn

on water supply. Check for leaks and

correct, if present.

7. Monitor water connection for 24

hours. Correct leaks, if necessary.

HOWTOLEVELYOUR

REFRIGERATOR

If your refrigerator requires an ice maker

water supply connection, refer to How

to Connect the Water Supply section

before leveling your refrigerator.

MATERIALS NEEDED

_" _ hex head driver

:.- Level

1. Remove toe grille and bottom bracket

covers (see previous instructions).

2. Turn both front adjustment screws (A)

clockwise l.o raise and counter-

clockwise to lower.

3. Turn both rear adjustment screws (B)

clockwise to raise and

counterclockwise to lower.

4 Turn stabilizing legs (C) clockwise

until firmly against floor.

5. Turn front roller adjustment screws

(A) 2 to 3 times counterclockwise, so

that full weight of refrigerator rests on

stabilizing legs (C).

6. Using a level, make sure front of _

refrigerator is '/4"(6 mm) or V_bubble

higher than back ol refrigerator. See

leveling step 3 for assistance.

7_ Replace toe grille and bottom bracket

covers. See markings on inside of toe

grille to insure proper placement.

>Snap bottom portion into place

first. Press down on top part of

grille until top portion snaps into

place.

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SETTIHGANDMAINTAININGPROPERTEMPERATURES

The controls are located at the topfront of the refrigerator and freezer compartments. NOTE: The freeze! ,:ontrol turns the cooling

system on. Neither section will cool if freezer control is set to off.

Refrigerator Control

•1

Freezer Control

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IHITIAL(OHTROLSETTIHGS

1. Locate refrigerator controls at the top

of fresh food compartment and

freezer controls at top of freezer

section•

2. The manufacturer's recommended

setting for both compartments is 4.

3. Let the refrigerator run at least 8 to

12 hours before adding food.

4. Allow 24 hours for temperature to

stabilize•

Refrigerator too warm

Refrigerator too cold

Freezer too warm

Freezer too cold

iTo turn refrigerator OFF

Turn the refrigerator control to next higher number.

Turn the refrigerator control to next lower number.

Turn the freezer control to next higher number.

Turn the freezer control to next lower number.

Turn the freezer control to OFE

NOTE: Turning freezer control to OFF stops cooling in both compartments. It does

not shut off power to the refrigeratoc

ADIUSTIH5THECOHTFlOLS

_- 24 hours after adding food, you may

decide that one or both

compartments should be colder or

warmer. If so, adjust the control(s) as

indicated in the Temperature Control

Guide.

Do not change either control more

than one number at a time.

>- Allow 5-8 hours for temperatures to

stabilize.

>- Changing either control will have

some effect on the temperature of the

other compartment.

FRESHFOODSTORAGE

_- The freshfood compartment of a

refrigerator should be kept between

34° F and 40° Fwith an optimum

temperature of 37° E To check the

temperature, place an appliance

thermometer in a glass of water and

place in the center of the refrigerator.

Check after 24 hours. If the

temperature is above 40°Fadjust the

control as explained above.

FROZEHFOODSTORAGE

The freezer compartment of a

refrigerator should be kept at

approximately 0° E To check the

temperature, place an appliance

thermometer between the frozen

packages and check after 24 hours. If

the temperature is above 0° F,adjust

the control as described above.

ABOUTYOURWATERFILTER...

WATERFILTERINSTALLATION

ANDREMOVAL

To avoid serious illness or death, do

not use refrigerator where water is

unsafe or of unknown quality without

adequate disinfection before or after

use of filter.

> Bypass cartridge DOES NOT filter

water. Be sure to have

replacemen__rtridge available

wfien filt_r_ch_e is required.

_- If watei"filtration system has been

all0wea {o_ree;;e, replace filter

cartridge:;

>" Ifsystenl hashot been used for

several _onth_, a6d water has an

unpleasant {aste oi odor, flush

system bYldispensing 2-3 glasses

of water. If uhpleasant taste or

odor persists, change filter

cartridge.

INSTALLING

WATER FILTER

1. Remove blue bypass cap and retain

for possible later use.

2. Remove sealing label from end of

filter and insert into filter head.

3. Rotate gently clockwise until filter

stops, and snap filter cover closed.

4. Reduce water spurts by flushing air

from system. Run water continuously

for 2 minutes through dispenser until

water runs steady.

> Additional flushing may be

required in some households

where water is of poor quality.

REPLACING

WATER FILTER

IMPORTANT: Air trappedin system

may cause water and cartridge to eject.

Use caution when removing.

1. Turn filter counterclockwise until it

releases from filter head.

2. Drain water from filter into sink, and

dispose in normal household

garbage.

3. Wipe up excess water in filter cover

and continue with Installing Water

Filter, steps 2 and 3.

WHEN DO ICHANGE THE

WATER FILTER?

The filter should be changed

approximately every 6 months.

IMPORTANT: Condition of water and

amount used determines life span of

water filter cartridge. If water use is

high, or if water is of poor quality,

replacement may need to take place

more often.

HOW DO IORDER A

REPLA CEMENT FILTER

CARTRIDGE?

Kenmore_replacement water filter

cartridge model 9005 is available

through Sears dealers and servicers.

You may also order through Sears by

using the information on the back cover.

I'M TRYING TO DISPENSE

WATER TO FLUSH THE

SYSTEM. WHERE'S THE

WATER?

During initial use, allow about a 1 to 2

minute delay in water dispersal to allow

internal water tank to fill.

WHAT IF I CHOOSE NOT

TO USE THE WATER

FILTRATION SYSTEM?

Dispenser feature may be used without

water filter cartridge. If you choose this

option, replace filterwith blue bypass

cap.

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FRESHFOODFEATURES

WATERDISPENSER

A Water Dispenser

is located on the

left side wall of the

fresh food section•

This design is for

cold water

dispensing only.

To dispense

water:

>- Hold container under spout and press

dispenser pad, as illustrated.

INTERIORSflELYES

DOORSTORAGE

DAIRY CENTER

The Dairy Center _-

provides convenient i_:."

storage for items "_' _"

such as butter, . _ '

yogurt, cheese, etc.

This compartment is an adjustable

feature located in the door. It can be

moved to severa] different locations to

accommodate storage needs.

:_ To remove, open dairy door, pull

upward and tilt out.

>.-To install, reverse above procedure.

DOOR BUCKETS

Door Buckets adjust to

meet individual storage

needs.

,>-To remove,

slide bucket up

and pull

straight out.

To install, reverse above procedure•

ACCESSORIES

COVERED STORAGE

BUCKET

The Storage Bucket has

a _idand removable egg

tray. When tray is

removed, bucket will

accept items such as a

standard egg cartom ice,

etc. m

SPILLPROOF SHELVES

Spitlproo! Shelves hold . _ ]_

simple spills for easier _ I

cleaning.

>- To remove shelves, lilt '_ i_

up and out.

> To install shelves, reverse above

procedure.

Spillproof Slide-out _ .

Shelves feature _

the convenience

of easy cleaning It v"q_

witha pullout ,'l

design to reach items in the back. For

ease of cleaning, glass shelf may be

removedby pulling to full extension and

lifting out of frame.

FRESHFOODFEATURES,CONT.

CLIMATE-CONTROLLED

DRAWERS

HUMIDITY-CONTROLLED

CRISPER DRAWERS

The Crisper Drawer keeps produce

fresh longer by providing an

environment with adjustable humidity.

Controls

The

crisper

controls

regulate

the amount of humidityin the crisper

drawer. Use the lowsetting for produce

with outer skins. Use the high setting for

leafy produce.

To remove and install crisper

drawers:

>- To remove

drawer,

pull drawer

out to full extension. Tilt up front ol

drawer and pull _traight out.

>- To install, inse_-?_'awerintoframe

rails and push back into place.

HOW DO I REMOVE THE GLASS

AND CRISPER FRAME IF I WANT

TO CLEAN IT?

>- Remove the drawers as instructed

above.

>- Place hand beneath frame to push up

glass from underneath. Lift glass out.

Lift frame from refrigerator liner rails.

>- To install,replace frame on liner rails

and insert glass into grooves on top

of frame.

WHAT CAN I DO TO PROLONG

THE LIFE OF MY PRODUCE?

Please observe the following rules when

storing produce in humidity-controlled

crisper drawers:

>- DO NOT wash produce befor_

placing in crispers. Any additional

moisture added to the drawers may

cause produce to prematurely spoil.

>- DO NOT line crispers with paper

towels. Towels willretain moisture.

>- DO NOT place leafy vegetables in

the temperature-controlled drawer.

Colder temperatures wil_damage

leafy produce.

>- Follow control instructions carefully

Not setting controls correctly may

damage produce.

See below forcorrect humidity drawer

control settings:

LOW • cauliflower

• corn

•zucchini

•cucumb_ers

HIGH • lettuce

• spinach

• celery

• fresh sprouts

• apples

• oranges

• grapes

• asparagus

• cabbage

• broccoli

• fresh herbs

GOURMETPANTRY

The Gourmet Pantry provides storage

space with a variable temperature

control that keeps the compartment

colder than refrigerator temperature. The

drawer also features a self-opening lid

that opens whenever the drawer is

pulled open.

This drawer can be used for large party

trays, deti items, or beverages.

Controls

The contro} regulates the air

temperaturein the drawer. Set control

level to cold to provide

normal refrigerator

temperature. Use the

coldest setting for

meats or other de_i

items.

NOTE: Cold air directed to the Gourmet

Pantry can decrease refrigerator

temperature. Refrigerator control may

need to be adjusted.

To remove and install Gourmet

Pantry:

To remove Gourmet Pantry, lift lid and

pull drawer out to full extension. "[lit

up front of drawer and pull straight

out.

>- To install, push metal glide rails to the

back of the refrigerator.Place drawer

onto rails and slide drawer back until it

falls into place.

WHAT SETTINGS SHOULD I USE

FOR ITEMS IN MY GOURMET

PANTRY?

You should not store lettuce or other

leafyproduce in this drawer.

COLD COLDEST

cauliflower • steaks

cucumbers •hard cheeses

zucchinis •cold cuts

apples • bacon

corn •hot dogs

oranges

grapes

FREEZERFE URES

AUTOMATICICEMAKER

Using Ice Maker for the First Time

1. Confirm ice bin is in _-_---_=+#;,_'. -+=

place and ice maker _-_,,,_

arm is down.

2. After freezer section reaches

between 0°to 2°F (-18" to +17° C),

ice maker fills with water and begins

operating•

3. Allow approximately 24 hours after

installation to receive first harvest of

ice.

4. Discard ice created within first 12

hours of operation to verity system is

flushed of impurities.

Operating Instructions

1. Confirm ice bin is in place and ice

maker arm is down.

2. Afterfreezer section reaches0° to 2° F

(-18° to -17° C), ice maker lills with

water and begins operating. You will

have a complete harvest of ice

approximately every 3 hours.

3. Stop ice production _

by raising ice maker

arm until click is

heard•

4, Ice maker will remain in the off

position until arm is pushed down.

DRAWERS

PULLOUT DRAWER

BASKETS

(Door assembly of drawer removed from

illustration for visual clarity)

To remove and replace baskets:

>- See page8 for basketremovaland

page 9 for reptacementinstructions.

_:lre_ze_basket.

3.3.

HINTSAND(ARE

HOWTOCLEANYOURREFRIGERATOR

To avoid electrical shock which can

cause severe personal injury or

death, disconnect power to

refrigerator before cleaning. After

cleaning, connect power.

To avbicl_ersonal injury or property damage,

•Read and follow manufacturer!s directions f

• DO NOT placebuckets;

warping-ofaccessories may result.

PART

Textured Doors

and Exterior

Cabinet Interior

Stainless Steel Doors

and Exterior*

IMPORTANT: Damage

to stainless steel finish

due to improper use of

cleaning products or

non-recommended

products is not covered

under this product's

warranty

Door Gaskets

DO NOT USE

> Abrasive or harsh cleaners

> Ammonia

> Chlorine bleach

> Concentrated detergents or

solvents

> Metal or plastic-textured

scouring pads

> Abrasive or harsh cleaners

> Ammonia

> Chlorine bleach

>- Concentrated detergents or

solvents

:_ Metal or plastic-textured

scouring pads

> Vinegar-based products

> Citrus-based cleaners

> Abrasive or harsh cleaners

> Metal or plastic-textured

scouring pads

> Use 4 tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in 1 quart

(1 liter) warm soapy water.

>- Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately

to avoid water spots.

>- Use warm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth or sponge.

>- Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately

to avoid water spots.

Condenser Coil

Remove base grille to

access

Condenser Fan Outlet

Grille

See back of refrigerator

Accessories Shelves,

buckets, drawers, etc.

Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle.

> Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle with brush attachment.

>- A.dishwasher > Follow removal and installation instructions from appropriate

feature section.

> Allow items to adjust to room temperature.

> Dilute mild detergent and use a soft clean cloth or sponge

for cleaning.

> Use a plastic bristle brush to get into crevices.

:,.- Rinse surfaces with clean warm water.

> Dry glass and clear items immediately to avoid spots.

A stain[ess steel cleaner has been included inside the refrigerator for your use. To purchase additional cleaner, please contact

Sears using the information on the back of your manual 12

flOWTOREMOVEfJDORS

fROMREFRIGERATOR

1. Remove all food.

2. Disconnect refrigerator.

3. Clean the following items-paying

special attention to crevices-using

the appropriate instructions in How to

Clean Your Refrigerator:

•Walls, floor, and ceiling of cabinet

interior.

Drawers, shelves, and gaskets.

4. Wash and dry all bottles, containers,

and jars. Discard spoiled or expired

itemS. >.

5. Wrap or store odor-causing foods in

tightly-sealed containers to prevent

reoccurring odors.

6. Connect power to refrigerator and

return food.

7. Alter 24 hours, check if odor has

been eliminated.

If odor is still present...

1. Remove drawers and place on top >.

shelf of refrigerator.

2. Pack refrigerator and freezer

sections-including doors-with

crumpled sheets of black and white

newspaper.

3. Place charcoal briquettes randomly

on crumpled newspaper in both

freezer and refrigerator

compartments.

4. Close doors and let stand24-48 hours.

5. Repeat steps 5 through 7 above. >

If odor was not eliminated, contact

Sears Service Center. Refer to back of

manual for phone number.

ENERGYSAVINGIDEAS

;.- Avoid overcrowding refrigerator

shelves. This reduceseffectivity of air

circulation around food and causes

refrigerator to run longer.

> Avoid adding too much warm food to

refrigerator at one time. This

overloads compartments and slows

rate of cooling.

>- Do not use aluminum foil, wax paper,

or paper toweling as shelf liners. This

decreases air flow and causes

refrigerator to run less efficiently.

>- A freezer that is %full runs most

efficiently.

Locaterefrigerator in coolest part of

room. Avoid areas of direct sunlight,

or near heating ducts, registers, or

other heat producing appliances. If

this is not possible, isolate exterior by

using a section of cabinet or an

added layer of insulation.

> Refer to section in Use and Care

Guide on temperature controls for

recommended control settings.

Clean door gaskets every three

months according to use and care

guide instructions. This will assure

that door seals properly and

refrigerator runs efficiently.

>- Taketime to organize items in

refrigerator to reduce time that door

is open.

>- Be sure your doors are closing

securely by leveling refrigerator as

instructed in your use and care guide.

Clean condenser coils off as

indicated in the Use and Care Guide

every 3 months. This will increase

energy efficiency and cooling

performance.

HOWTOREMOVEAI,ID

REPLACE[IGflfBUtBS

To avoid ele_rical shock which can

_-causesevere persona1injury or

death, disconnect power to

"refrigerator before replacing light

bulb. After replaeng light bulb,

_?,onnectpower.-

:',Toavoid personal inlury or pro_ ::

, damage_observe the folIowzng:.::_

AII6_ iighi 68]_ to;cool:

::_ Wear gi0ves when fep!acin_ ijgllt

: buib__ - ,

FRESH FOOD SECTION

1. Slide shield toward

back of

compartment to

release from light

assembly.

2. Remove light bulbs.

3. Replacewithappliance bulbs no

greater than 40 watts,

Replace light bulb

cover by inserting ::_

tabs on light shield

into liner holes on

each side of light

assembly. Slide shield toward front of

refrigeratoruntil it locks into place.

DO NOT force shield beyond locking

point. Doing so may damage light

shield.

FREEZER

1. Pinch rear labs on

light cover and pull

straightdown.

2. Remove light

bulb.

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3. Replace bulb with appliance bulb no

greater than 40 watts,

4. Insert front labs of light cover into

freezer liner and snap rear portion

over light assembly until rear tabs

engage

NORMALOPERATIHGSOUHDS

Today's refrigerators use foam insulation and are more energy efficient than refrigerators of the past. However,f_am insulationis

not as sound absorbent as former insulated models. As a result, certain sounds may be unfamiliar. In time, these sounds will

become familiar. Please refer to this information before calling service.

Clicking

Air rushing or whirring

>- Freezer control (A) clicks when

starting or stopping compressor.

:_ Defrost timer (B) sounds like an

electric clock and snaps in and

out of defrost cycle.

>- Freezer fan (C) and condenser

fan (D) make this noise while

operating.

>- Normal operation

Normaloperation

>- Normal operation

Gurgling or boiling >- Evaporator (E) and heat >- Normal operation

sound exchanger(F) refrigerantmakes

thisnoise when flowing.

Thumping >- Ice cubesfrom ice maker (select >- Normaloperation

models)dropintoice bucket (G).

Vibrating noise >- Compressor(H) makesa >- Normaloperation

pulsatingsoundwhile running.

>- Refrigeratoris notlevel. >- See InstallationInstructionsfor detailson howto levelyour

refrigerator.

Buzzing >- Ice makerwater valve(I) > Normaloperation

hookup(select models)buzzes

when ice maker fills withwater.

Humming >_ Ice maker (J) is in the 'on' >Stop sound by raising ice maker arm to 'off' position. See

position without water Automatic Ice Maker section in your Use and Care Guide

connection, for details.

>- Normal operation>- Compressor(H) can makea high-

pitchedhum whileoperating.

Hissing or >- Defrostheater (10 hisses,sizzles >- Normal operation

popping orpops whenoperational.

3.4

TROUBLESHOOTING

OPERATION

PROBLEM

Food temperature

appears too warm

Refrigerator has an odor

Water droplets form on

outside of refrigerator

Water droplets form on

inside of refrigerator

Refrigerator or ice maker

imake unfamiliar sounds

or seems too loud

Crisper drawers do not

close freely

Refrigerator runs too

frequently

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Door is not closing properly.

Controls need to be adjusted.

Condenser coils are dirty.

Rear air grille is blocked.

Door has been openedfrequently,or has

been opened for long periods. I

Food has recently been added.

Compartment is dirty or has odor-causing

food.

Check gaskets for proper seal.

Humidity levels are high.

Controls require adjustment.

Humidity levels are high or door has been

opened frequently.

Check gaskets for proper seal.

Normal operation.

Contents of drawer, or positioning of items in

the surrounding compartment could be

obstructing drawer.

Drawer isnot in proper position.

Refrigerator is not level.

Drawer channels are dirty or need treatment.

Doors have been openedfrequently or have

been opened for long periods of time.

Humidity or heat in surrounding area is high.

Food has recently been added.

Refrigerator is exposed to heat by

environment or by appliances nearby.

Condenser coils are dirty.

SOLUTION

See installing Your Refrigerator-How to Level Your

Refrigerator section on how to properlylevelrefrigerator.

Check gaskets for proper seal. Clean, if necessary, according

to cleaning instructions.

Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door from

closing properly (i.e. improperly closed drawers, ice buckets,

oversized or improperlystored containers or foodstuffs, etc.)

See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures-

Adjusting the Controls section on hew to adjustyourcontrols.

See section on Hints and Care-How to Clean Your

Refrigerator for instructions.

Check the positioning of food itemsin refrigeratorto make

sure grille is not blocked,Rear airgrillesare located under

crisperdrawers.

Reducetimedoor is open. Organizefood items efficientlyto

assure dooris openfor as short a time as possible.

Allow interiorenvironmt_ntto adjustfor periodthe door has

been open.

Allow time for recently added food to reach refrigerator or

freezer temperature.

See section on Hints and Care for instructions.

See section on Hints and Care-How to Clean Your

Refrigerator for instructions.

See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures-

Adjustingthe Controlssection on how to adjust your controls.

See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures-

Adiustingthe Controls section on how to adjust your controls.

See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures-

Adjusting the Controlssection on howto adjust your controls.

Reducetime door is open. Organize food itemsefficientlyto

assuredoor is open for as short a time as possible.

See section on Hints and Care-How to Clean Your

Refrigerator for instructions.

Refer to Normal Operating Sounds.

Reposition food itemsand containers to avoid interference

with the drawers.

See section on Fresh Food Features-Climate-Controlled

Drawers to verilydrawer positioning,

See Installing Your Retrigerator-How to Level Your

Refrigerator section on how to propedylevelrefrigerator,

Clean drawer channels withwarm,soapywater.Rinseand

drythoroughly,Apply a thin layerof petroleumjellyto drawer

channels.

Reduce lime door is open. Organize food items efficiently to

assure door is open for as short a time as possible.

Allow interior environment to adjust for period the door has

been open.

Normal operation.

Allow time for recently-added food to reach refrigerator or

freezer temperature.

Evaluate your refrigerator's environment. Refrigerator may

need to be moved to run more efficiently.

See section on Hints and Care-How to Clean Your

Refrigerator for instructions.

'TROUBLESHOOTING,CONT.

OPERATION,com.

PROBLEM

Refrigerator runs too

frequently continued

POSSIBLE CAUSE

Controls needto be adjusted.

Door is not closing properly.

SOLUTION

See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures-

Adjusting the Controls section on howto adjustyour controls.

See Installing Your Refrigerator-How to Level Your

Refrigerator section on how to properlylevel refrigerator.

Checkgasketsforproperseal.Clean,if necessary.See sedicoon

Hintsand Care-How to CleanYourRefrigeratorforinstructions.

Checkfor internal obstructionsthat are keepingdoorfrom

closingproperly(i.e. improperlycloseddrawers,ice buckets,

oversizedor improperlystored containersorfoodstuffs, etc.)

ICEANDWATER

Refrigerator is leaking Plastictubingwas used to complete w_ter Sears recommends usingcopper tubing for installation. -

water connection. Plasticis lessdurableand can cause leakage.Sears is not

responsible for property damage due to improper

installation or water connection.

Ice forms in inlet tube to Improporwatervalvewas installed. See section on Installing Your Refrigerator-How to

Ice maker Connect the Water Supply for Instructions. Self-piercing and

¾_"saddle valvescause low waterpressureand may clogthe

line overtime. Sears is not responsible for property

damage due to improper installation or water connection.

Water pressureis low. Water pressuremustbe between 20 to 100 poundsper

squareinchto functionpmpody.Aminimumpressureof 35

poundsper square inchis recommendedfor refrigeratorswith

water fillers.

Water flow is slower than Freezer temperatureis too high. See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures-

normal Adjusting the Controls section on howto adjustyour

controls.Freezeris recommendedto be between 0 to 2°F

(-18 to -17 °C).

Water pressureis low. Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per

square inch to function properly,A minimum pressure of 35

pounds per square inchis recommended for refrigerators with

water filters,

Improper water valve was installed. See section on Installing Your Refrigerator-How to

Connect the Water Supply for instructions. Self-piercing and

¾_"saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the

line over time. Sears is not responsible for property

damage due to improper installation or water connection.

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