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Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso yCuidado
Guide d'Utilisationetd'Entretien
English /Espa_ol /Fran_:ais
Models/Modelos/Mod_les: 795.7160*
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Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8
www.sears.ca
English Version 2
Spanish Version 38
French Version 74
Warranty 3
Protection Agreements 4
Safety Instructions 5-7
Grounding Requirements 7
Parts And Features 8
Refrigerator Installation 9-17
Unpacking Your Refrigerator 9
Installation 10
Removing And Replacing
Your Refrigerator Handles And Doors 11-16
Leveling And Door Alignment 17
Base Cover 17
Using Your Refrigerator 18-24
Setting The Controls 18
Adjusting Control Settings 19
Food Storage Guide 20
Storing Frozen Food 20-21
D,-Refrigerator Section
Refrigerator Shelves 21
Humidity Controlled Crisper 22
Removing Humidity Controlled Crisper 22
Glide'N'Serve 22
Modular Door Bin 23
Dairy Bin 23
D,-Freezer Section
Ice Bin 23
Tilt-Out Door Basket 24
Durabase 24
Durabase Divider 24
PullOut Drawer 24
Care And Cleaning 25-26
General Cleaning Tips 25
Outside 25
Inside Walls 25
Door Liner And Gaskets 25
Plastic Parts 25
Condenser Coils 25
Light Bulb Replacement 25-26
Power Interruptions 26
When You Go On Vacation 26
When You Move 26
About The Automatic lcemaker 27
Connecting The Water Line 28-30
Troubleshooting Guide 31-35
BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY
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Kenmore Appliance Warranty
One Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if
this appliance fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of
purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®to arrange for free repair.
If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days
from the date of purchase.
This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable 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 or maintenance.
3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or maintained according to all
instructions supplied with the product.
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, chemicals or
utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.
7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modification made to this
product.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer's sole and exclusive 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 limitations 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 and 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
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Master Protection Agreements
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.
dExpert service by a force of more than 10,000
authorized Sears service technicians, which
means someone you can trust will be working on
your product.
dUnlimited service calls and nationwide service,
as often as you want us, whenever you want us.
"No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your
covered product if four or more product failures
occur within twelve months.
I_ Product replacement if your covered product can't be
fixed.
Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your
request- no extra charge.
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."
Ef Power surge protection against electrical
damage due to power fluctuations.
Id $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food
spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of
any covered refrigerator or freezer.
E[ Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered
product takes longer than promised.
Id 10% discount off the regular price of any non-
covered 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
warranty period expires.
Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information in the
U.S.A. call 1-800-827-6655
* 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 isthe safetyalertsymbol.It alertsyouto safetymessagesthat informyou
of hazardsthatcankill or hurtyouor others,or causedamageto the product.
All safetymessageswill be precededbythe safetyalertsymbolandthehazard
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, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or
personal injury when using your product, basic
safety precautions should be followed, including
the following.
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.
• 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 along its length or at either the
plug or connector end.
• Do not modify or extend the power cord length. It
could cause electric shock or fire.
• When moving your refrigerator away from the wall,
be careful not to roll over or damage the power
cord.
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
• DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on
the refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator.
They could damage the refrigerator and seriously
injure themselves.
• 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.
Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making
any repairs.
NOTE:We strongly recommend that any servicing
be performed by a qualified individual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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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: Some models have LED interior lighting
and service should be performed by a qualified
technician.
• When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to
the electrical source and reset the controls.
(Thermostat, Refrigerator Control, and or Freezer
Control, depending on the model) to the desired
setting.
• This refrigerator must be properly installed in
accordance with the Attention Installer
Instructions that were taped to the front of the
refrigerator.
• 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.
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
hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the refrigerator is plugged in.
DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed
completely. The United States Department of
Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69
says:
...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.
Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the
eating quality of foods, particularly fruits,
vegetables and prepared foods. The eating quality
of red meats is affected less than that of many
other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as
possible to save as much of their quality as you
can.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
Junked or abandoned refrigerators are
dangerous...even if they will sit for just a few days. If
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 that
used CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are
believed to harm stratospheric ozone.
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.
IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.
TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
Electrical Shock Hazard
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance must
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
grounding
plug
3-prong
grounding type
wall receptacle _ k,./_--_,
_Ensure proper
_}_ ground exists
/// before use.
RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD
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
and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits
which could cause a fire hazard from overheated
wires. It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only this appliance be provided.
Use a receptacle which cannot 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 to have it replaced with a properly
grounded three-prong wall outlet.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Do not use an adapter plug.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation,
cleaning, or removing a light bulb, disconnect the
refrigerator from the electrical source.
NOTE: Some models have LED interior lighting and
service should be performed by a qualified
technician.
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
setting.
USE OF EXTENSION 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
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.
Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance
needed for the back of the refrigerator.
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Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for your
convenience.
NOTE: This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all
of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.
Q Refrigerator Light (p. 25)
_) Modular Door Bins (Cantilever door bins) (p. 23)
(_ Fixed door bins
_) Refrigerator Shelves (p. 21)
Humidity Controlled Crisper (p. 22)
(_ Glide'N'Serve (p. 22)
(_) Automatic Icemaker (p. 27)
_) Ice Bin (p. 23)
_]) Pull out Drawer (p. 24)
Durabase (p. 24)
Divider (p. 24)
Tilt-Out Door Basket (p. 24)
_) Dairy Bin (p. 23)
_) Digital Control Panel (p. 18)
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
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, behind the base cover.
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area
briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can
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.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol,
flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove
tape or glue. These products can damage the
surface of your refrigerator. For more information,
see the Important Safety Instructions section.
Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping
position.
Please reinstall shelves according to your individual
storage needs.
When Moving 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
floor damage could occur.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or
fire.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install
the refrigerator in a wet or damp area.
• Select a place where a water supply can be easily
connected for the automatic icemaker.
• , CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat
sources, direct sunlight or moisture.
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INSTALLATION
• To minimize noise and vibration, the refrigerator
MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor.
• Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not
recommended.
• Never install the refrigerator on a platform or
weakly supported structure.
1. To avoid vibration, 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 ( _,m. )
to lower it.
(See Leveling and Alignment: on page 17.)
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 items may
result in lowered freezing capability and increased
electricity consumption charges. Allow at least 24
inches (61 cm) in front of the refrigerator to open
the doors.
PRIOR TO USE
1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all
dust accumulated during shipping.
2. Install accessories such as ice cube bin, drawers,
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.
2" (5.08 cm)-_
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NOTE:Removingthe doorsis alwaysrecommendedwhenit is necessaryto movethe refrigeratorthrougha
narrowopening.If it is necessaryto removethe handles,followthedirectionsbelow.
HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from
illustrations on this page.
1. Removing Refrigerator Handle
Loosen the set screws with a 3/32"
(2.5mm) Allen wrench and remove the
handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners
need to be tightened or removed, use a
1/4" (6.4mm) Allen wrench.
Set Screw
Mounting
Fasteners
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 and remove
the handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners
need to be tightened or removed, use
a 1/4" (6.4mm) Allen wrench.
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HOW TO REPLACE DOOR HANDLES
NOTE: 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 fasteners need to
be tightened or removed use a 1/4" (6.4mm)
Allen wrench.
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HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR
1. Removing Refrigerator Door
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary.
IMPORTANT: Unplug the refrigerator. Remove food and any bins from doors.
I_ Left Door
Loosen the cover screw (1).
• Disconnect wire harness (2).
• Remove the ground screw (3).
• Rotate the lever hinge (4) counter clockwise
and lift off the top hinge (5).
Remove the door by lifting it off the middle hinge
pins, located at the bottom of the door.
Place the door on soft, smooth surface with the
inside up to prevent damage.
I_ Right Door
To remove the right door, follow the same directions
described for removing the left door, except rotate
the lever hinge (4) clockwise to remove the top
hinge (5).
_, CAUTION: When removing top hinges, be careful
that the doors do not fall forward.
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Electrical Shock Hazard
• Disconnect electrical supply to the refrigerator
before installing. Failure to do so could result in
death or serious injury.
• Do not put hands or feet or other objects into the
air vents, base cover, or bottom of the
refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an
electrical shock.
• Be careful when you work with the hinge, base
cover, and stopper. You may be injured.
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2. Replacing Refrigerator Door
I_ Right Door
Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin (6).
• Make sure the door is aligned with the
cabinet.
Replace the top hinge (5) by rotating the lever
hinge (4) counter clockwise to secure it.
Make sure the gasket on the door is flush
against the cabinet and is not folded.
• Support the door on the handle side while
securing. Make sure the door is straight and
the gap between the doors is even across the
front.
• Install the ground screw (3) and connect the
wire harness (2).
• Tighten the cover screw (1).
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I_ Left Door
• To replace the left door, follow the same
directions discribed above.
• When replacing the top hinge (5), rotate the
lever hinge (4) clockwise.
NOTE: Make sure that the washers [part (7)] is
in place on the middle hinges before installing
the doors.
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HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE
FREEZER DRAWER
IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury or product or
property damage, you will need two people to
perform the following instructions.
1. Removing Freezer Drawer
Pull the drawer open to full extension. Remove the
lower basket Q by lifting basket from rail system.
Press in the tabs on the rail covers and lift them up
to separate them from the rail assembly.
With both hands, grasps the sides of the door and
pull it up to separate it from the rails.
,A CAUTION: When you remove the drawer, do not
lift it by the handle. If it 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 the rail screw (_) on both the left and right
rails.
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HOW TO REMOVE AND INSTALL THE
FREEZER DRAWER (cont.)
2. Installing Freezer Drawer
Fully extend the rails by grasping the center bar
with both hands and pulling straight out.
• Hook the door support (_ into the rail tabs @ on
both sides.
• Make sure you have the correct rail cover for each
side.
Right
Rail Cover
Align the tabs on the covers to the assembly holes
on each rail, and snap the rail covers inplace to
secure.
Assembly Hole
With the drawer pulled out to full extension, insert
the lower basket (_ in the rail assembly.
• Lower door into final position and tighten the
screws (_).
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A WARNING: If the Durabase divider is removed,
there is enough open space for children or pets to
crawl inside.
A WARNING: To prevent accidental child and pet
entrapment or suffocation risk, DO NOT allow
them to touch or go near the freezer drawer.
A WARNING: DO NOT step or sit down on freezer
drawer.
LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT
Leveling
After installing, secure the stability of the product
with the leveling legs.
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
seems unsteady or you want the doors to close
easier, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using the
instructions below:
1. Plug the refrigerator's power cord into a 3-prong
grounded outlet. Move the refrigerator into its final
position. Remove the base cover.
To remove the base cover
1) Open the Freezer Drawer. (Drawer not shown
for clarity.)
2) Once the drawer is open and there is sufficient
clearance, remove screws on the top of the
cover.
To replace base cover:
• Place cover into position
and insert and tighten
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 leg to
adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.
NOTE: Having someone push backward against
the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off
the leveling legs. This makes it easier to adjust the
legs.
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5.
Open both doors again and check to make sure
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.
Re-adjust if necessary.
Replace the base cover.
NOTE: Your new refrigerator is uniquely designed
with two fresh food doors. Either door can be
opened or closed independently of one another.
You may have to exert slight pressure on doors to
get them to close completely.
Door Alignment
If the space between your doors is uneven, follow
the instructions below to align the doors:
1. With one hand, lift up the door you want to raise at
the middle hinge.
2. With the other hand, use pliers to insert the snap
ring as shown below.
3. Insert additional snap rings until the doors are
aligned. (Three snap rings are provided with the
refrigerator in the Use & Care Guide packet.)
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.
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SETTING THE CONTROLS
Temperature
• Your refrigerator has a control pad above the
refrigerator compartment that lets you regulate the
temperature in the freezer and refrigerator
compartments.
• Initially set the refrigerator control at 37°F (3°C) and
the freezer control at 0°F (-18°C). Leave it at these
settings for 24 hours (one day) to stabilize. Adjust
the compartment temperature as desired.
Refrigerator Temp Control: 33°F to 46°F
(0°C to 8°C) The lower the number setting, the
colder the refrigerator compartment will become.
• Freezer Temp Control: -6°F to 8°F
(-21°C to-13°C) The lower the number setting, the
colder the freezer compartment will become.
CAUTION
Demo Mode (Store showroom floor Demonstration
Mode)
The Demo Mode disables all cooling in the refrigerator
and freezer sections to conserve energy while on
display in a retail store.
1. To Activate:
With the refrigerator door opened, press and hold the
Refrigerator Temp and Ultra Ice buttons at the same
time for 5 seconds. The control panel will beep to
confirm that the Demo Mode is activated.
2. To Deactivate:
With the refrigerator door opened, press and hold the
Refrigerator Temp and Ultra Ice buttons at the same
time for 5 seconds. The control panel will beep to
confirm the Demo Mode is deactivated.
Ultra Ice
• When you press the Ultra Ice button, the graphic
[ _;:;::_- ] will light up in the display and it continues
for 24 hours. It will automatically shut off after 24
hours have passed. You can stop this function
manually by pressing the button one more time.
• This function increases both icemaking and
freezing capabilities.
Door Alarm
• When power is connected to the refrigerator,
the door alarm is initially set to ........_oo;-_A,o,m/ON and door
alarm display will show the ..........
Alarm } (ON).
• When either refrigerator or the freezer door is left
open for more than 60 seconds, the alarm will
sound to let you know the door is open.
When you close the door, the door alarm will stop.
• If you want to disable the door alarm function,
press the I ,?o,;;,l b utton and the door alarm display
will switch to A,o,m°°°'(OFF).
Airflow
In order to ensure proper temperatures, air must flow
between the refrigerator and freezer sections. The
arrows in the figure indicates air vent locations and
the direction of airflow.
Do not block any of the cool air vents with food
packages. If the vents are blocked, airflow will be
interrupted. This may result in temperature and
moisture problems.
If you add a large amount of food, the refrigerator will
take longer to cool it.
At initial start-up allow your refrigerator to run for 2 or
3 hours before placing food in it.
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ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS
It is best to wait for 24 hours for the refrigerator to
cool down completely before 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
to a lower temperature keeps more cold air in the
freezer compartment to make it colder.
If you need to adjust temperatures 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, adjust the freezer
control.
Always remember to wait at least 24 hours
between adjustments.
CONDITION/ RECOMMENDED
REASON: ADJUSTMENT:
[] REFRIGERATOR section too
warm
- Door opened often
- Large amount of food added
- Room temperature very warm
Adjust the
REFRIGERATOR
temperature.
Note: When changing
temperature settings, make
adjustments one increment
at a time and wait 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.
Note: when changing
temperature settings, make
adjustments one increment
at a time and wait 24 hours
between adjustments.
Move items out of
airstream
[] REFRIGERATOR section too
cold
- Controls not set correctly for
your conditions
Set REFRIGERATOR
control one degree higher
C or two degrees higher F,
wait 24 hours, then re-check
[] FREEZER section too cold
- Controls not set correctly for
your conditions
Set FREEZER control
one degree higher C or two
degrees higher F, wait 24
hours, then re-check
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FOOD STORAGE GUIDE
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 How to
Butter or
margarine
Keep opened butter in a covered
dish or closed compartment.
When storing an extra supply,
wrap in freezer packaging and
freeze.
Cheese Store in the original wrapping until
you are ready to use it. Once
opened, rewrap tightly in plastic
wrap or aluminum foil.
Milk I_ Wipe milk cartons. For best
storage, place milk on interior
shelf, not on door shelf.
Eggs I_ Store in original carton on interior
shelf, not on door shelf.
Fruit 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.
Leafy vegetables Remove store wrapping and trim
or tear off bruised and discolored
areas. Wash in cold water and
drain. Place in plastic bag or
plastic container and store in
crisper.
Vegetables with I_ Place in plastic bags or plastic
skins (carrots, container and store in crisper.
peppers)
Fish I_ Use fresh fish and shellfish the
same day purchased.
Leftovers I_ Cover leftovers with plastic wrap
or aluminum foil. Plastic
containers with tight lids can
also be used.
STORING FROZEN FOOD
NOTE: For further information about preparing food
for freezing or food storage times, check a freezer
guide or a reliable cookbook.
Packaging
Successful freezing depends on correct packaging.
When you close and seal the package, it must not
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.
Packaging recommendations:
Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids
• Straight-sided canning/freezing jars
• Heavy-duty aluminum foil
• Plastic-coated paper
• Non-permeable plastic wraps
• Specified freezer-grade self-sealing plastic bags
Follow package or container instructions for proper
freezing methods.
Do not use
• Bread wrappers
• Containers without tight lids
• Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap
• Thin, semi-permeable wrap
, CAUTION: Do not keep beverage cans or plastic
food containers in the freezer compartment. They
may break or burst if they freeze.
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Freezing
Yourfreezerwill notquick-freezeanylargequantity
of food.Donotput moreunfrozenfoodintothe
freezerthanwillfreezewithin24 hours(nomore
than2 to 3 Ibsof food percubicfootof freezer
space).Leaveenoughspaceinthe freezerfor airto
circulatearoundpackages.Becarefulto leave
enoughroomatthe frontso thedoorcanclose
tightly.
Storagetimeswill varyaccordingto the qualityand
typeof food,thetypeof packagingor wrapused
(airtightand moisture-proof)and thestorage
temperature.Icecrystalsinsidea sealedpackage
arenormal.Thissimplymeansthat moistureinthe
foodand airinsidethe packagehavecondensed,
creatingice crystals.
NOTE:Allowhotfoodsto cool at roomtemperature
for30 minutes,then packageand freeze.Cooling
hotfoodsbeforefreezingsavesenergy.
Adjusting Shelves
Removeshelvesfromtheshippingpositionand
replaceshelvesin the positionyouwant.
• To removea shelf--Tilt upthefrontof the shelfin
the directionof (_ and lift it inthe directionof @.
Pulltheshelfout.
• To reinstall ashelf--Tilt 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.
REFRIGERATOR SECTION
REFRIGERATOR SHELVES
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to
meet your individual storage needs. Your model may
have glass or wire shelves.
Storing similar food items together 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 are heavy. Use special care
when removing them to avoid dropping them.
_, CAUTION: Make sure that shelves are level from
one side to the other. Failure to do so may result
in the shelf falling or spilling food.
Sliding Out Shelves
You can slide glass shelves in and out of your
refrigerator as follows.
• To slide the shelf out, carefully pull front of shelf
toward you.
• To slide shelf in, push shelf in until it stops.
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HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER
The crispers provide fresher-tasting fruit and
vegetables by letting you easily control humidity
inside the drawer.
You can control the amount of humidity in the
moisture-sealed crispers. Adjust the control to any
setting between VEGETABLE and FRUIT.
• VEGETABLE keeps moist air in the crisper for best
storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.
• FRUIT lets moist air out of the crisper for best
storage of fruits.
GLIDE'N'SERVE
The Glide'N'Serve provides storage space with a
variable temperature control that keeps the
compartment colder than the refrigerator
temperature.
This drawer can be used for large party trays, deli
items, or beverages.
Note: It is not recommended that this drawer be
used for fruits and vegetables.
COLDn ®® TEMP CONTROLn e • ® COLDERn
REMOVING HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER
1. To remove, pull the drawer out to full extension.
2. Lift the front of the crisper up, then pull it straight
out.
3. To install, slightly tilt up the front and insert the
drawer into the frame and push it back into place.
Glide 'N' Serve Control
The control regulates the air temperature in the
drawer. Set control level to COLD to provide normal
refrigerator temperature. Use the COLDER setting
for meats or other deli items.
NOTE: Cold air directed to the Glide'N'Serve can
decrease refrigerator temperature. It may be
necessary to adjust the refrigerator temperature.
To remove the glass
1. Lift up the glass under the crisper cover.
2. Pull the glass up and out.
To remove and replace Glide'N'Serve
1. To remove, pull the drawer out to full extension.
2. Lift the front of the drawer up, then pull it straight
out.
3. To install, slightly tilt up the front and insert the
drawer into the frame and push it back into place.
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MODULAR DOOR BIN
The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and
adjusting.
1. To remove the bin, simply lift the bin up and pull
straight out.
2. To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired
support button and push down until it snaps into
place.
DAIRY BIN
1. To remove the dairy bin, simply lift it and pull
straight out.
2. To replace the dairy bin, slide it in above the
desired location and push down until it stops.
FREEZER SECTION
ICE BIN
1. To remove the ice bin from the upper drawer, pull
out the drawer as far as possible.
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.
DRAWER
_, CAUTION: Pinch hazard! Keep hands and feet
clear of the bottom of the door when opening and
closing.
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TILT-OUT DOOR BASKET
To remove basket
1. Pull one of the brackets upward.
2. Remove basket from both brackets.
DURABASE DIVIDER
The Durabase divider allows you to organize the
Durabase area into sections.
To replace basket
1. Insert bracket into one side. Hook end of basket
into bracket.
2. Hook other basket end into other bracket. Push
bracket down into place.
3. Be sure back of basket goes behind retention tab
on each bracket.
, 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 go near or
touch the freezer drawer.
PULLOUT DRAWER
To remove the drawer, push in the tabs (1) on both
sides of the drawer and lift up on the front (2) and
pull it straight out (3).
DURABASE
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 install, insert the Durabase into the rail
assembly.
To install the drawer, pull out both rails to their full
extension, raise the front of the drawer up and align
the gears on the back of the drawer to rail assembly
and gently push down on the front of the drawer until
the tabs on each side snap into place.
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Explosion Hazard
Use non-flammable cleaner. Failure to do so can
result in death, explosion, or fire.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost
automatically. However, clean both sections about
once a month to prevent odors. Wipe up spills
immediately.
GENERAL CLEANING TIPS
• Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
• Remove all removable parts, such as shelves,
crispers, etc. Refer to sections in Using Your
Refrigerator for removal instructions.
• Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild
detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or
harsh cleaners.
• Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly.
• Plug in refrigerator or reconnect 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 with a soft cloth.
INSIDE WALLS (allow freezer to warm up so
the cloth will not stick)
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.
_, CAUTION: While cleaning the inside, do not spray
water.
DOOR LINERS AND GASKETS
Do not use cleaning waxes, concentrated
detergents, bleaches, or cleaners containing
petroleum on plastic refrigerator parts.
PLASTIC PARTS (covers and panels)
Do not use window sprays, abrasive cleansers, or
flammable fluids. These can scratch or damage the
material.
CONDENSER COILS
Use a vacuum cleaner with
an attachment to clean the
condenser cover and vents.
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT
Electrical Shock Hazard
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either
unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the
circuit breaker or fuse box.
NOTE: The refrigerator compartment has LED
interior lighting and service should only be performed
by a qualified technician.
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To change freezer light
NOTE: Some models have LED interior lighting and
service should only be performed by a qualified
technician.
1. Unplug refrigerator power cord from outlet.
2. Using a flat instrument, gently pry the lamp cover
loose in the front as shown. Rotate downward to
remove the rear tabs.
3. Make sure the light bulb is cool to the touch. Turn
the bulb counterclockwise to remove.
4. Replace with a new 60-watt appliance bulb.
5. Insert tabs on back of cover into slots in freezer
ceiling. Push cover up to snap front into place.
I
/
/
A, CAUTION: DO NOT place fingers inside of cover.
Lamp may be hot.
WHEN 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.
1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.
2. Turn off icemaker and empty the ice bin.
If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before
you leave, follow these steps.
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. Unplug the refrigerator.
3. Clean refrigerator, wipe it and dry well.
4. 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.
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 and pack all
frozen food in dry ice.
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 for removable instructions.
5. 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 get to your new home, put everything
back and refer to the Installing Your Refrigerator
section for preparation instructions.
POWER INTERRUPTIONS
1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep
all refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay
cold and frozen.
2. If the power will be out for more than 24 hours,
remove all the frozen food and store it in a frozen
food locker.
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Personal Injury Hazard
DO NOT place fingers or hands in the automatic
icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is
plugged in.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
A newly-installed refrigerator may take
12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Automatic Power Switch
Shut off Arm
The icemaker will produce 12 cubes per cycle--
approximately 100 cubes in a 24-hour period,
depending on freezer compartment temperature,
room temperature, number of door openings and
other operating conditions.
If the refrigerator is used before the water connection
is made to the icemaker, set the power switch to
Off (O).
When the refrigerator has been connected to the
water supply, set the power switch to On (I).
The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to
freezing. A newly-installed refrigerator may take
12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes.
Discard the first few batches of ice to allow the water
line to clear.
Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the
Automatic Shut off Arm.
When the bin fills to the level of the Automatic Shut
off Arm, the icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is normal for several cubes to be stuck together.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will
become cloudy, taste stale, and shrink.
WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER
POWER SWITCH TO OFF (O)
When the water supply will be shut off for several
hours.
• When the ice storage bin is removed for more than
a minute or two.
When the refrigerator will not be used for several
days.
NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
• The icemaker water valve will buzz as the icemaker
fills with water.
NOTE: If the house water supply (cold water only)
is not hooked up or not turned on fully, turn the
icemaker to the Off (0) position to prevent noise
and possible damage. Do not turn the icemaker
On (I) until an adequate water supply is connected.
• You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the
bin and water running in the pipes as the icemaker
refills.
PREPARING FOR VACATION
Set the icemaker power switch to Off (O) and shut
off the water supply to the refrigerator.
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.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
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.
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
qualified plumber to correct water hammer before
installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook
up the water line to the hot water line.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting the
water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is
in the Off (0) position.
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatures fall below freezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sure the device is double-
insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the
hazard of electric shock, or is battery-powered.
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is
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 the risk of
expensive water damage.
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 to fill a cup of 7oz capacity).
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 the sediment filter in the
reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the
filter if necessary.
Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis
system to refill after heavy usage.
If the issue about water pressure from reverse
osmosis remains, call a licensed, qualified plumber.
All installations must be in accordance with local
plumbing code requirements.
NOTE: Wear eye protection.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED .,_
• Copper Tubing, 1/4" outer diameter
to connect the refrigerator to the //
water supply. Be sure both ends of //"
the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need, measure
the distance from the water valve on the back of the
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8 feet
(2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8 feet [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10"
[25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move
out from the wall after installation.
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.
Power drill.
1/2" or adjustable wrench.
Straight- and Phillips-
blade screwdriver.
Two 1/4" outer diameter
compression nuts and
2ferrules (sleeves) to
connect the copper tubing
to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve.
If your existing copper water
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 OR you
can cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and
then use a compression fitting.
Shutoff valve to connect
to the cold water line.
The shutoff valve should
have a water inlet with a
minimum inside diameter
of 5/32" at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER 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.
NOTE: Self Piercing Saddle Type Water Valve
should not be used.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently
used drinking water line.
1. SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure
on the line.
2. CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location for the valve
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
connection to the top or side, rather than at the
bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment from
the water pipe.
3. DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill a 1/4" hole in the water
pipe using a sharp bit. Remove 1_1
any burrs resulting from drilling J_ I
the hole in the pipe. Take care _ I
not to allow water to drain into J_Y 1 I
the drill. Failure to drill a 1/4"
hole may result in reduced ice production or
smaller cubes.
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) tubing.
4. FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
5. TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush the
tubing. Washer
Pipe Clamp __
Clamp Screw
Inlet End
6. ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water line and
the refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall
or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base
cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8 feet coiled into 3 turns of about 10"
diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out
from the wall after installation.
7. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve)
for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and
connect it to the shutoff valve. Make sure the
tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the
compression nut securely.
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe
with the pipe clamp.
Pipe Clamp
Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve Vertical Cold
Water Pipe
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to.
Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted
in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed
plumber.
Saddle-Type ,,_
Shutoff Valve _
Packing Nut _
Outlet Valve
h
ession Nut
Ferrule (sleeve)
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to.
Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted
in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed
plumber.
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8. FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water supply on
and flush out the tubing until the
water is clear.
Shut the water off at the water
valve after about one quart of
water has been flushed through
the tubing.
10. TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak.
9. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR
NOTE:
• Before making the connection to the refrigerator,
be sure the refrigerator power cord is not
plugged into the wall outlet.
1. Remove the plastic flexible cap from the water
valve.
2. Place the compression nut and ferrule (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.
Tubing Cla_
1/4" \ /
Compression _ IIIIM'_
Nut _ "_
1/4" Tubing
l
(sleeve)
RefrigeratorConnection
11. PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
Arrange 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.
12. START THE ICEMAKER
Set the icemaker power switch to the On (I)
position.
NOTE: A newly installed refrigerator may take
several hours to start producing ice.
_, CAUTION: Check to see if water dripping
occurs at water line connections.
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UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old
one did not make. Because the sounds are new to
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
louder than they actually are. The following list
describes the kinds of sounds and what may be
making them.
• A clicking noise may come from the electronic
control switching the cooling system on and off.
• Rattling noises may come from the flow of
refrigerant, the water line, or items stored on top of
the refrigerator.
• 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,
but is still more energy efficient than previous
models. While running, you may hear a pulsating or
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 of the inside walls may
cause a popping noise.
• 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 into the drain pan
during the defrost cycle.
You can hear the noise occurring from the ice
compartment fan in the freezer or the left side of
the refrigerator when doors are open.
REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT OPERATE
Check if...
The power supply cord is unplugged.
A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker
tripped.
Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle.
Store salesfloor Demonstration Mode.
Then..,
Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.Check that the house
circuit is not overloaded.
Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
The refrigerator control has been put into the store Demo
(Demonstration) Mode. The Demonstration Mode disables the
cooling system, only lamps and display 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
value setting you had on display when Demo Mode is deactivated.
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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 the 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
Changing the Light Bulb(s} section on pages 25-26.)
Unplug the refrigerator prior to replacement.
The door has been open for seven minutes. Shutting doors for one second will cause the light bulbs to
come back on.
VIBRATION OR RATTLING NOISE
Check if... Then...
The refrigerator is not resting solidly on Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need adjusting.
the floor. See Installation section on pages 9 and 17.
COMPRESSOR MOTOR SEEMS TO RUN TOO MUCH
Check if... Then...
The refrigerator that was replaced was an older
model.
The room temperature is hotter than normal.
The door is opened often or a large amount of food
has just been added.
The high efficiency compressor may cause your new
refrigerator to run more than your older one, but is still more
energy efficient than previous models.
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.
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. See the Food Storage Guide section
on page 20. 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.
The refrigerator was recently plugged in and the The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool completely.
refrigerator control was set correctly.
The refrigerator control is not set correctly for the See the Adjusting Control Settings section on page 19.
surrounding conditions.
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 33.
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 page 25-26.
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DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY
Check if... Then...
The refrigerator is not level. See Leveling and Door Alignment section on page 17.
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 Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover, pans, shelves
or baskets are out of position, and baskets into their correct positions. See the Using Your
Refrigerator section on pages 18-24.
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 17.
The doors were removed during product Remove and replace the doors according to the Removing
installation and not properly replaced, and Replacing Refrigerator handles and doors section on
pages 11-16, or call a qualified service technician.
FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD
Check if... 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 Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food is not
compartment, 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 25-26.
Ice storage bin needs cleaning. Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.
Check if...
The refrigerator is defrosting.
THERE IS WATER IN THE DEFROST DRAIN PAN
Then...
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.
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THE REFRIGERATOR SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE
Check if... Then...
The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator. Refer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear section
on page 31.
THE ICEMAKER IS NOT PRODUCING ICE OR NOT ENOUGH ICE
Check if... Then...
New installation.
The refrigerator is not connected to a water
supply or the supply shutoff valve is not turned
on.
Reverse osmosis water filtration system is
connected to your cold water supply.
Kink in the water source line.
Large amount of ice recently has been
removed.
The icemaker is not turned on.
There is something on the ice-detecting
sensor.
The temperature setting for the freezer is too
warm.
The doors are opened often.
The doors are not closing properly.
The ice compartment door is not closing
properly.
Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation for ice production to
begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice production.
Connect refrigerator to the water supply and turn water shutoff
valve fully open.
Reverse osmosis filtration systems can reduce the water
pressure below the minimum amount (20 psi) and result in
icemaker issues.
A kink in the line can reduce water flow. Straighten the water
source line.
Allow 24 hours for ice maker to produce more ice.
Locate the icemaker on/off switch and confirm it is in the On (I)
position.
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.
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.
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.
If the doors are not properly closed, ice production will be
affected.
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 is increased
as is ice production.
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THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN
Check if...
The gaskets are dirty or sticky.
The door is reopened within a short time after
having been opened.
Then...
Clean the gaskets and the surfaces that they touch. Rub a thin
coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after
cleaning.
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 IS INTERIOR MOISTURE BUILDUP
Checkif... 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.
The doors are opened often.
The control is not set correctly for the surrounding
conditions.
Locate air vents by using your hand to sense airflow and move
all packages that block vents and restrict airflow. (See air flow
diagram below).
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.
Refer to the Setting the Controls section on page 18.
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 Adding food warms the refrigerator. It can take a few hours for
refrigerator or freezer, 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 20.
The doors are not closing completely. See DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY on page 33.
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.
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