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TOP FREEZER REFRIGERATOR
Use & Care Guide
REFRIGERADOR
CON MONTAJE
Guia para e_ Uso y Cuidado

REFRIGERATEUR
Guide d'utHisation

SUPERIOR

SUPERPOSE
et d'entretien

Model(s):
795.73262300
795.73962300
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Printed in Mexico

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795.73269300
795.73969300
795.73259300
795.73959300

795.73264300
795.73964300
795.73254300
795.73954300

795.73266300
795.73966300

795.73263300
795.73963300

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S-A.

www.sears.com

English Version

Versl6n en espanol

Version fran;aise

Warranty (U,S,A,)

Master Protection Agreements (U,S,A,)

Safety Instructions

4-5

Grounding Requirements

Parts and Features

Refrigerator Installation
Unpacking Your Refrigerator
Installation
Base Grille
Removing, Reversing and Replacing
Your Refrigerator Doors
Door Closing and Alignment
Using Your Refrigerator
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation
Frontchill Door Cooling
Setting the Controls
Adjusting Control Settings
Food Storage Guide
Storing Frozen Food
Refrigerator Shelves

7-10
7
7
7

Meat Tray/Snack Pan
SupraFresh Crisper with Tilt-Out Compartment

15
15

Crisper Humidity Control
Crisper Tilt-Out Feature
Crisper Cover whit lattice on inner surface
Door Racks
Modular Door Bins

15
15
16
16
16

Dairy Corner
Tilt-Out Door Baskets

17
17

Swing-Down Shelf
Pull-Over Shelf

17
17

Glide-Out Floor Tray
Ice Tray

18
18

Care and Cleaning

19-20

General Cleaning "13ps
Outside
Inside Walls
Door Liner and Gaskets
Plastic Parts
Condenser Coils

8-9
10
11-18
11
11
11-12
12
13
13
14

Light Bulb Replacement
Power Interruptions
Vacation and Moving Care

19
19
19
19
19
19
19-20
20
20

About the Automatic Icemaker

Connecting the Water Line

22-24

Troubleshooting Guide

25-28

Customer Service

Back Cover

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 your sales receipt for future reference.

TOP-MOUNT REFRIGERATOR
WARRANTY--- U.S.A.

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FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON REFRIGERATOR
For one year from the date of purchase, if this Kenmore Refrigerator fails due to a defect in material or
workmanship, Sears will repair it free of charge.
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY ON THE SEALED REFRIGERATION

SYSTEM

For five years from the date of purchase, if any part of the sealed system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting
tube and compressor) in this Kenmore Refrigerator fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears wilt
repair it free of charge.
The above warranty coverage applies only to refrigerators which are used for the storage of food for private
household purposes.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING SEARS SERVICE AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME.
This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Roebuck and Co. Dept. 817WA Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Master Protection

Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new
Kenmore ° appliance is designed and manufactured for
years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may
require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time.
That's when having a Master Protection Agreement can
save you money and aggravation.
Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect
yourself from unexpected hassle and expense.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend
the life of your new appliance. Here's what's included
in the Agreement:
,! Expert service by our 12,000 professional
specialists

repair

,t Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor
on all covered repairs
"NO-lemon" guarante - replacement of you covered
product if four or more product failures occur within
twelve months
Product replacement
be fixed

if your covered product can't

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.
Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists,
who have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and
accessories. That's the kind of professionalism you can
count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase
for years to come. Purchase your Master Protection
Agreement today!
Some limitations

and exclusions apply

For prices and additional information, call
1-800-827-6655.
Sears Installation
Service
For Sears professional installation of home
appliances, garage door openers, water heaters,
and other major home items, in the U.S.A. call
1-800-4-MY-HOME?

v" Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your
request--no extra charge
,1 Fast help by phone--phone support from a Sears
technical on products requiring in-home repair,
plus convenient repair scheduling
v" Power surge protection against electrical damage due
to power fluctuations
v" Rental reimbursement
if repair of your covered product
takes longer than promised

This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you
of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product.
All safety messages wilt be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard
signal word DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may 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 injury
to persons when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using this appliance.

• NEVER unplug yourrefrigerator by pulling on the powercord.
Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the
outlet.

• This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with
the Attention Installer Instructions that were taped to the front
of the refrigerator.

• 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.

• 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.

• Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described
in this use and care guide.

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

• 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 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.

• DO NOTrefre eze frozen foods which have thawed completely.
The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and
Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:

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

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

"...You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if
they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold below
40°F (4°C).

• Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be
performed by a qualified individual.

"...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, get rid of it. The food may be
dangerous to eat.

• 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 burnedout light bulb may break when being replaced.) NOTE: Setting
either or both controls to the OFF position does not remove
powerto the light circuit.

"Even partialthawingand refreezing reduces the eating quality
of foods, particularlyfruits, 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 eating quality as you can."

• 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.

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

Your old refrigerator has 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:

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.

Please read carefully.

TO CONNECT

ELECTRICITY

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.
Electrical Shock Hazard

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

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.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation,
cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the control
(Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending
on the model) to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator
from the electrical source. When you are finished,
reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and
reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer
Control, depending on the model) to the desired setting.

3-prong
grounding type
wall receptacle -_.

grounding

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RECOMMENDED

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USE OF EXTENSION

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 (in the United States) or a CSA-listed
(in Canada), 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.

Ensure proper
ground exists
before use.

GROUNDING

CORDS

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

Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance
needed for the back of the refrigerator.

Use this section 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.
O Swing-Down
OAdjusta

Leveling Screw (inside) (p. 10)

Shelf (p. 17)*

Cube Ice Maker (p. 21)

_Refrigerator

Pull-Over Shelf (p. 17)

_Egg

Glide-Out Floor Tray (p. 18)*

_Modular

Box*

CoolSense Electronic Temperature Control System (p. 11) _Frontchill
(Digital

Readout)*

Door Bins (p. 16)
Door Cooling (p.11)*

Door Cooling

Refrigerator Light (p. 19)*

ODairy

Meat Tray * / Snack Pan (p.15)

_Tilt-Out

Door Basket (2 basket) (p. 17)*

Adjustable Shelves (p. 14)

OFreezer

Light (p. 20)

_1 Can Dispenser*
_1 Supra Fresh Crisper with Tilt-Out Compartment
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Door Rack (p. 16)

Corner (p. 17)

* on some models
(p. 15)

Base Grille (p. 8)

INSTALLATION
Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight
or moisture.

Excessive Weight Hazard

2. To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. If required,
adjust the leveling screws to compensate for
unevenness of the floor. The front should be slightly
higher than the rear to aid in door closing. Leveling
screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet
slightly Turn the leveling screws clockwise (=_,,_) to
raise the unit, counterclockwise (t,,_
"11") to lower it.

Use two or more people to move and instalJ
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 warningtype labels, the model and serial number label or the
TechSheet that is attached to back wall of the refrigerator.

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.

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 lessen.

NEXT
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.

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.

Let your refrigerator run for 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.

CAUTION:

When Moving Your Refrigerator:

• Be careful when you work with hinge, base grille,
stopper etc. You may be injured.

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.

• Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents, base
grille or bottom of refrigerator. You may be injured or
receive an electrical shock.

BASE GRILLE
To attach the base grille:
1. Open the refrigerator door.
2. There are two plastic flaps. Fold only the plastic flap
on same side as door hinge.
3. Push clips in opening on metal panel toward refrigerator
until it snaps firmly.
To remove the base grille:
1. Open the refrigerator door.
2. Grasp the grille with both hands.

Explosion Hazard

3. Pull the grille toward '

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.

REMOVING,
REPLACING

REVERSING
(OPTIONAL)
REFRIGERATOR
DOORS

Before

AND

TOOLS NEEDED: 1/4-inch hex-head socket wrench,
No. 2 Phillips screwdriver, fiat-head screwdriver, 1/4-inch
open=end wrench, fiat 2-inch putty knife.

After

HOWTO REVERSE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION
(when converting from the left-opening type to rightopening type)

Before

1. Removing Freezer Door
• Remove the top hinge cover (1).
• Remove the 3 screws and lift off the top hinge (2).
• Lift the freezer door (3) slightly and remove it.
• Pry off the cover (4) using a slotted screwdriver and
attach it on the right.
• Loosen the screw (5), remove (6), (7), (8), Reverse (6)
(7), (8) as illustrated exactly and attach it to the left
of the door.
Door

• Loosen the screws (9) and lift off the middle
Hinge (10).
Before
• Lift the door (11) slightly and remove it.
• Take off the base grille (12).
• Loosen the screw (14) and remove the pin (15) from
right side on hinge (20) to left side on hinge (20).
• Remove screw (17) on left side of the base.
• Loosen 3 screws (18) on right side of the base.
Remove the bottom hinge (20) and replace it on the
left side of the base.

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IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF
and unplug it. Remove food and any adjustable door or
utility bins from doors.

2. Removing Refrigerator

After
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Before

After

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• Attach screw (17) on right side of the base.
• Loosen 2 screws (22) and reverse (16) and (23) as
illustrated exactly and attach it to the left side
• Pry off the cover (24) using a slotted screwdriver and
attach it on the right.
3. Moving Freezer Handle
• Remove cap (3) and cover (4).
• Loosen the screws (1) (two on the top
and two on the bottom), take off the handle (2), and
attach it on the right.
• Attach the removed cover (4) on the left.

• Attach cap (3) on the top right side.

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4. Moving Refrigerator Handle
• Remove caps (8) and (9)
• Pull cover (5) downward and take it off
• Loosen 3 screws (6) (two on the top and one on the
center), take off handle (7) and attach it on the right
• Attach the cover (5) by pushing it up
• Take off cap (10) and attach it on the right
• Attach the removed caps (8) and (9) on the left side
5. Attaching Refrigerator Door
• Attach the base gdlle (1)
• Remove screw (2) from left side to right side
• Attach the door (3) to the bottom hinge pin

• Attach the middle hinge (4) on the opposite side with the
3 screws (5)

6. Attaching Freezer Door
• Place the door (8) onto the middle
hinge pin (7).
• Attach the top hinge (10) with 3 screws.
• Reinstall top hinge cover (11).

7. After Completing the Job
• Make sure that the four comers of the door gasket are
not folded over. To ensure a good seal, apply a small
amount of silicon grease on the comer gaskets.

Corner

DOOR CLOSING

AND ALIGNMENT

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

Door Closing
Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws--one on
the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems
unsteady or you want the doors to close easier, adjust the
Refrigerator's tilt using the instructions below:
1. Plug refrigerator power cord into a 3-prong grounded
outlet. Move the refrigerator into its final position.
2. Remove the base grille by pulling it straight out.
The two leveling screws are located at the bottom of
the refrigerator on either side.

1. Pry off the top hinge cove_
2. Loosen the top hinge screws using a 10mm socket
or wrench.
3. Have someone hold the door in place or put a
spacer between the doors while you tighten the
top hinge screws.
4. Replace the top hinge cover.

3. Insert a fiat screwdriver in slots to adjust the leveling
screws.Turn the leveling screw clockwise to raise that
side of the refrigerator or counterclockwise to lower it.
it may take several turns of the leveling screw to adjust
the tilt of the refrigerator.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the
refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws.
This makes it easier to adjust the screws.

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4. 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 screws clockwise, it
may take several more turns, and you should turn both
leveling screws the same amount.
5. Replace the base gdlle.

ENSURING

PROPER

AIR CIRCULATION

In order to ensure proper temperatures, air must flow
between the refrigerator and freezer sections. As shown
in the illustration below, cool air enters through the bottom
of the freezer section and moves up. Most of the air then
flows through the freezer section vents and recirculates
under the freezer floor. The rest of the air enters the
refrigerator section through the top vent.

FRONTCHILL DOOR COOLING
DOOR COOLING

(on some models)

SETTING

THE CONTROLS

(on some models)

• Your refrigerator has two controls that let 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 this setting for 24 hours (one day) to
stabilize. Then adjust the compartment temperature
as desired.
• Refrigerator control: 32°F to 47°F (0°C to 8°C)
The lower the number setting, the colder the refrigerator
compartment wilt become.

• To provide cool air everywhere, there are cool air vents
on all four internal walls in Frontchill Door Cooling and
on two internal wall in Door Cooling.

PAI'0R

• This allows for more powerful and effective Cooling.
Especially noticeable when new food is placed in the
refrigerator compartment.

LOCK

COLDER COLD

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NOTE: You can lock the controls so the settings cannot
be changed.
To lock the control:
1. Set the control to the desired settings.
2. Press and hold the lock pad for 3 seconds.
When the controls are locked, the indicator light wilt be on
and the cold and colder controls will not operate.
To unlock the control:

On some
1. Press and hold the lock pad for 3 seconds.
After unlocking the controls, the temperature settings wilt
be displayed, the lock indicator light will be out, and the
settings can be changed.
• Freezer control: - 6°F to 8°F (-21°C to - 13°C)
When the setting is at a lower number, the freezer
compartment becomes colder. But the refrigerator
compartment becomes warmer because less cold air
flows into the refrigerator.

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IMPORTANT:
• Do not block any of these ventsWith food packages.
If the vents are blocked, airflow will be interrupted and
temperature and moisture problems may occur.

• If water or foreign substances enter the cool air vent
while cleaning, efficiency will be lowered. In addition, if
gasket is damaged, efficiency may be lowered because
of escaping cool air.

COLDER COLD

NOTE: °F/°C display control-press this control to change
the displayed temperature to °F or °C.
NOTE: To turn the refrigerator off, press and hold the
°F / °C button for 3 seconds and it will show "FF" in the
display To turn the refrigerator on, press and hold the
°F / °C button for 3 seconds again, and it will return to
start-up status.

SETTING

ADJUSTING

THE CONTROLS

• Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate
the temperature in the freezer and refrigerator
compartments.
• Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at
4th position 37°F (3°C) and the FREEZER CONTROL
at 4th position 0°F(-18°C)
Leave it at this setting for 24 hours (one day) to
stabilize. Then adjust the compartment temperature
as desired.
• Refrigerator control: Position 1 to 7
(30°F to 48°F or - 1°C to 9°C)
The higher position setting, the colder the refrigerator
compartment will become.
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CONTROL

SETTINGS

Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before
adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put
food into the refrigerator. The mid-settings indicated in the
previous section should be correct for normal household
refrigerator usage. 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
higher the number 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.

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NOTE: You can lock the controls so the settings cannot
be changed.
To lock the control:
1. Set the control to the desired settings.
2. Press and hold the lock pad for 3 seconds.
When the controls are locked, the indicator light will be on
and the cold and colder controls will not operate.
To unlock the control:

If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or
freezer, start by adjusting the refrigerator first. Wait 24
hours after the refrigerator adjustment to check the
freezer temperature. If it is too warm or too cold, then
adjust the freezer control as well.
Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide.
Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between
adjustments.
CONDiTION/REASON:
REFRIGERATOR section
too warm
• Door opened often
• Large amount of food added
• Room temperature very warm

1. Press and hold the lock pad for 3 seconds.
After unlocking the controls, the lock indicator light
wil be out, and the setting can be changed.
• Freezer control: Position 1 to 7
(-6°F to 8°F or -21°C to -13.5°C)
When the setting is at a higer position, the freezer
compartment becomes colder. But the refrigerator
compartment becomes warmer because less cold air
flows into the refrigerator.
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FREEZER section too warm/
ice not made fast enough
Door opened often
Large amount of food added
Very cold room temperature
(Can't cycle often enough)
Heavy ice usage
Air vents blocked by items

REFRIGERATOR section too
cold
• Controls not set correctly for
your conditions

FREEZER_
COLDER ADJUST

NOTE: Pressing OFF control key, we setting the
refrigerator for exhibition mode. Only the refrigerator
lights wilt work, not the refrigerator

FREEZER section too cold
• Controls not set correctly for
your conditions

NOTE: To turn the refrigerator off, press and hold
the OFF button for 3 seconds. To turn the
refrigerator ON, press and hold the OFF button
for 3 seconds again.
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RECOMMENDED
ADJUSTMEN_
Turn
REFRIGERATOR
control to next
higher number,
wait 24 hours,
then re*check
Turn FREEZER
control to next
higher number,
wait 24 hours,
then re-check

Move items out of
airstream
Turn
REFRIGERATOR
control to next
lower number,
wait 24 hours,
then re-check
Turn FREEZER
control to next
lower number,
wait 24 hours,
then re-check

FOOD STORAGE
Storing

STORING

GUIDE

Fresh Food

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 code date to
ensure freshness.
Butter or margarine
Keep opened butter in a covered dish or closed
compartment. When storing an extra supply, wrap
in freezer packaging and freeze.

FROZEN

FOOD

NOTE: For further information about preparing food for
freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or
reliable cookbook.
Packaging
Successful freezing depends on the correct packaging.
When you close and seal the package, it must not allow
air or moisture in or out. If you do, 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

Cheese

• Heavy-duty aluminum foil

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

• Plastic-coated
• Non-permeable

paper
plastic wraps

• Specified freezer-grade self-sealing plastic bags

Milk

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

Follow package or container instructions for proper
freezing methods.
Do not use:
• Bread wrappers
• Non-polyethylene plastic containers

Fruit

• Containers without tight lids

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

Wash, let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bags or
crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready
to use. Sort and keep berries in original container in a
crisper, or store in a loosely closed 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 skins (carrots, peppers)
Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store
in crisper.
Fish
Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day purchased.
Meat
Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is
airtight and moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary. See the
following chart for storage times. When storing meat
longer than the times given, freeze the meat.
Chicken ...........................................................
Ground beef ....................................................
Organ meats (liver, heart, etc.) .......................
Cold cuts .........................................................
Steaks/roasts ..................................................
Cured meats ...................................................

1-2
1-2
1-2
3-5
3-5

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

wrap

Freezing
Your freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of
food. Do not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than
will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 Ibs of food
per cubic foot [907-1350 g per liter] of freezer space).
Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate
around packages. Be careful to leave enough room at
the front so the door can close tightly.
Storage times will vary according to the quality and type
of food, the type of packaging or wrap used (airtight and
moisture-proof) and the storage temperature. Ice crystals
inside a sealed package are normal. This simply means
that moisture in the food and air inside the package have
condensed, creating ice crystals.
NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for
30 minutes, then package and freeze. Cooling hot foods
before freezing saves energy.
NOTE: Do not store food near the sensor; it may cause
the sensor to malfunction.

days
days
days
days
days

Suffocation Hazard
When using dry ice, provide adequate ventilation.
Dry ice is frozen carbon dioxide (CO2). When it
vaporizes, it can displace oxygen, causing dizziness,
light-headedness, unconsciousness and death by
suffocation. Open a window and do not breathe
the vapors.

7-10 days

Leftovers
Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
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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

Slide Out Shelves
You can slide some 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.

IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm
water when 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 pebblesized pieces.
NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when
removing them to avoid dropping them.
Adjustable Shelves

To remove a sliding shelf from its metal frame:

Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace
shelves in the position you want.

1. Pull the shelf toward you until it stops.

• To remove a shelf---51t up the front of the shelf in the
direction of (1) and lift it in the direction of (2). Pull the
shelf out.

3. Lift up the shelf to remove.

• To replace a shelf--Tilt the front of the shelf up and
place the shelf hooks into metal slots at desired position.
Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop
into the slots.

Slide-Under Shelf (on some models)

2. Tilt the front of the shelf up and pull it past the stop.

Replace the shelf by reversing the above steps.

• Slide-Under Shelf: You can store taller items such as a
gallon container or bottles by simply pushing in front half
of shelf underneath back half of shelf. Pull toward you to
return to a full shelf.

NOTE: 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.
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MEAT TRAY (on some

models)

/ SNACK

PAN

While holding the tray with one hand, pull it forward
slightly. Lift slightly and pull it out. Meat tray on some
models provide temperature control.

CRISPER

WITH TILT-OUT

FEATURE

How to use tilt-out drawer:
1. Push the button (1) and tilt the drawer (2).
2. To close drawer, push it in while slightly lifting it.

SUPRAFRESH
CRISPERS
COMPARTMENT

WITH TILT-OUT

....

The SupraFresh Crispers provide fresher-tasting fruit and
vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the
crisper. The SupraFresh Crispers include: 1) a humidity
control knob at the front of the crisper cover and 2) a
large lattice on the inner surface of the cover to hold
or release moisture. 3) Tilt-out compartment
To remove the tilt-out compartment:
1. Open the tilt-out crisper compartment.
2. Grasp side walt with one hand and pull outward.
3. Grasp tilt out cover with another hand and pull out until
the circular piece disengages from opening.

CRISPER

HUMIDITY

CONTROL

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisturesealed crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between
_l" and O.
• • lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of
fruits.
• _ keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of
fresh, leafy vegetables.

To remove the crisper:
1. Slide crisper straight out until it stops.
2. Lift front of crisper, then pull out to remove.
3. Replace crisper by sliding it back.

CRISPER COVER
SURFACE

WITH LATTICE

ON INNER

DOOR RACKS
The door racks may be removed for easier cleaning.

To remove the crisper cover:
1. Remove both crisper drawers.
2. While holding the crisper cover support (2), pull the cover
up and out (1).

Snap-On

WARNING: Be careful when handing glass cover since
glass is not attached to cover

To replace the racks:

To remove lattice on inner surface

Door Racks

To remove the racks:
1. Remove all items in the door racks.
2. Push the rack away from the inside wall of the door (A)
and lift up the door rack (B).

1. Hold either end of the door rack against the inside wall
of the door.
2. Push down the rack end until it locks in place.

MODULAR

DOOR BINS

1. Bins can be moved side to side by sliding right or left.

1. Remove crisper cover (as illustrated above)
2. Hold the glass cover and overturn crisper cover
3. For each lattice hold lattice and pull sides of the cover
outward to remove lattice.
2. To remove the bin, lift until bin up bottom of bin unclicks
and pull straight out.

To replace lattice on inner surface,:
1. For each lattice insert middle tab in 1
(closest to glass cover) and pull sides of the cover to
insert lattice.
3. To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired
support slot and firmly push down until it locks in place.

WARNING: Be sure to clicks bottom portion of bin
otherwise, bins may fall
NOTE: Do not adjust a bin that is loaded with food.
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DAIRY CORNER

SWING-DOWN
SHELF
(on some models)

1. To remove the dairy corner, simply lift it and pull
straight out.

Pull swing-down shelf down to store pizza boxes. This
feature lets you free up more space in the freezer
compartment for other items.

2.To replace the dairy corner, slide it in above the
desired support slot and firmly push down until it locks
in place.

TILT-OUT
Tilt-Out

DOOR

BASKETS

Door Basket

(2 baskets

on some models):

You can remove foods easily by tilting out the wire basket
in the freezer compartment.

PULL

OVER

SHELF

Adjust the divider to either side as desired.
NOTE: To adjust divider, lift slightly and move.

1. To remove the tilt-out basket (1), pull the bracket
outward until you hear a clicking sound; then remove
the wire rack (2).

1. To extend the pull over shelf, pull straight out
and up.

-3
2. To replace the tilt-out basket, hook the end of the
rack in the bracket (1), then push down until the rack locks
into place (2).

2. To push back the pull over shelf, push down and in.

•

GLIDE-OUT

FLOOR

TRAY

(on some

models)

The glide-out floor tray is a slide-out tray which allows easy
access to the foods at the rear of the compartment.

ICE TRAY (on some models)
Icemaking
• If the tray is filled with water
to the highest level, itwill be
difficult to remove ice cubes.

To remove ice cubes, twist the tray.
• Do not bend the ice tray Doing
so may result in damage to the
tray

1. To remove the Glide-out floor tray, lift slightly (1)
and pull out towards you (2).
2. To replace the Glide-out floor tray, push in toward
refrigerator.

PLASTIC

PARTS

(covers

and panels)

Do not use paper towels, window sprays, abrasive
cleansers or flammable fluids. These can scratch or
damage the material.
CONDENSER

COILS

Remove base grille. (See the base grille section on
page 7.)
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

Use a vacuum cleaner with an extended attachment to
clean condenser coils.
Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty. Coils may need to be
cleaned as often as every other month.
Replace base grille.
LIGHT

REPLACEMENT

TIPS

• Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

Electrical Shock Hazard

• Remove all removable parts, such as shelves,
crispers, etc.

Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug
the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker
or fuse box.

• Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in
warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.

NOTE: Moving the control to the OFF position
does not remove power to the light circuit.

• 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 V_LLS (allow
cloth won't stick)

BULB

freezer

to warm up so

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be
sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape
and wattage.
To change the refrigerator

light:

1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
2. Remove refrigerator shelves.
3. For each hold cover and press front tab while pulling
shield down to remove it.
4. Turn the bulb counterclockwise

and remove.

5. Replace a burned-out light bulb with a new bulb, turning
it clockwise.
6. Replace the light shield pushing it up.

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 does it not scratch the surfaces
of the refrigerator.

DOOR

LINERS

7. Replace the refrigerator shelves.
8. Plug the power cord to the oulet

AND GASKETS

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

To change the freezer light:

WHEN YOU GO ON VACATION

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove the light shield and remove bulb.

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

3. Replace with a 40 watt appliance bulb and replace light
shield.

1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.
2. Empty the ice bin.

4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
rright and
left side

,- Press down

If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you
leave, follow these steps.
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. Depending on your model, set the thermostat control
(refrigerator control) to OFE See the "Setting the
Controls" section.
3. Clean refrigerator, wipe it and dry well.

POWER

INTERRUPTIONS

If the electricity in your house goes off, call the power
company and ask how long it will be off.
1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep
both refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay
cold and frozen.

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. If the power will be out for more than 24 hours:
a) Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen
food locker.
OR
b) Place 2 lbs (ca. lkg) of dry ice in the freezer for
every cubic foot (28 L) of freezer space. This will
keep the food frozen for two to four days. While
handling dry ice, wear gloves to protect your hands
from ice bums.
OR
c) If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available,
consume or perish food at once.
REMEMBER: In a power failure, a full freezer stays
cold longer than a partially filled one. A freezer full of
meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked
goods. If you see that food contains ice crystals, it may
be safely refrozen, although the quality and flavor may
be affected. If the condition of the food is poor, or if you
feel it is unsafe, dispose of it.

2. Depending on your model, turn the thermostat control
(refrigerator control) to OFE See the "Setting the
Controls" section.
3. Unplug the refrigerator.
4. Empty water from the defrost pan.
5. Clean, wipe and dry thoroughly
6. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well and tape
them together so they don't shift and rattle during the
move.
7. Depending on the model, raise the front of the
refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the
leveling legs all the way so they don't scrape the floor.
See the "Door Closing" section.
8. 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.

NOTE: As displayed by the cube size indicator lights, each
push of the cube size button will cycle you through
the various cube sizes from smallest to largest back
to smallest

Personal Injury Hazard
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.

WHEN YOU SHOULD
POWER
SWlTCHTO

SETTHE
O (OFF)

ICEMAKER

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

OPERATION

• When the ice storage bin is removed for more than a
minute or two.

INSTRUCTIONS

A newly-installed
refrigerator may take 12 to
24 hours to begin making ice.

• When the refrigerator will not be used for several days.

NORMAL

SOUNDSYOU

M/b' HEAR

• The icemaker water valve will buzz as the icemaker fills
with water. If the power switch is in the I (on) position, it
will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water.
To stop the buzzing, move the power switch to O (off).

Icemaker

NOTE: Keeping the power switch in the I (on) position
before the water line is connected can damage the
icemaker.
• You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the bin
and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills.

Feeler Arm
Cube Size
Indicator Light

Switch
Cube Size
Select Button

The icemaker wilt produce eight cubes per cycle-approximately 100--130 cubes in a 24-hour period,
depending on freezer compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings and other
operating conditions.

PREPARING

FOR VACATION

Set the icemaker power switch to O (off) and shut off the
water supply to the refrigerator.
If the ambient temperature wilt drop below freezing, have
a qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on
some models) to prevent serious property damage due to
flooding from ruptured water lines or connections.

If the refrigerator is used before the water connection is
made to the icemaker, set the power switch to O (off).
When the refrigerator has been connected to the water
supply, set the power switch to I (on).
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.
Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water
line to clear.
Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler
arm.
When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the
icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is normal for several cubes to be joined together.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will become
cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
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Two 1/4" outer diameter
compression nuts and
2 ferrules (sleeves) to
connect the copper tubing to
the shutoff valve and the
refrigerator water valve.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Unless it is performed by Sears service this water line
installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker
manufacturer.
Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of
expensive water damage.

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.

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 O
(off) 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 doubleinsulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard
of electric shock, or is battery-powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing
code requirements.

INSTALLATION

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

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• CopperTubing, 1/4"outer
diameter to connect the refrigerator
to the water supply. Be sure both
ends of the tubing are cut square.

INSTRUCTIONS

OFF THE

MAIN

WATER

SUPPLY

Turn on the nearest faucet to clear the line of water.

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.

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.

Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8 feet
(2.4 m) as described above.
• A cold water supply. The water pressure must be
between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4-8.2 bar)on models
without a water filter and between 40 and 120 p.s.i.
(2.8-8.2 bar) on models
with a water filter.

SHUT

DRILLTHE

HOLE FOR THE VALVE

Drill a 1/4" hole in the water
pipe (even if using a selfpiercing valve) using a
sharp bit. Remove any burrs
resulting from drilling the
hole in the pipe. Take care
not to allow water to drain
into the drill. Failure to ddll a 1/4" hole may result in
reduced ice production or smaller cubes.

• Power drill.
• 1/2" or adjustable
wrench.
• Straight- and Phillips-blade screwdriver.

INSTALLATION
(CONTINUED)
4.

FASTEN

THE

INSTRUCTIONS

SHUTOFF

7. CONNECT

VALVE

Pipe Clamp

Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve

Saddle-Type J
Shutoff Valve

Outlet
Valve

PIPE

8. FLUSH OUT THE TUBING

CLAMP

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

Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush
the tubing.

Shut the water off at the water
valve after about one quart (1
liter) of water has been flushed
through the tubing.

Washer
/_

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.

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

Compression
Nut

Packing
Nut

Vertical Cold
Water Pipe

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves

TIGHTEN

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.

THE TUBING

Inlet End

Pipe Clamp --_.

Clamp Screw_

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 [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about 10" [25
cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out
from the wall after installation.

CONNECT THE TUBING
REFRIGERATOR

TO THE

11.PLUG

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.

NOTES:
• Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be
sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into
the walt outlet.
• If your refrigerator does not have a water filter,
we recommend installing one if your water supply
has sand or particles that could ctog the screen of
the refrigerator's water valve. Install the filter in the
water line near the refrigerator.

12. START THE ICEMAKER

Remove the plastic flexible cap
from the water valve (refrigerator
connection).

Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position.
The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches
its operating temperature of 15°F (-9 °C) or below. It
witl then begin operation automatically if the icemaker
power switch is in the I (on) position.

Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto
the end of the tubing.
insert the end of the tubing into the water valve
connection as far as possible. While holding the
tubing, tighten the fitting.
Tubing

IN THE REFRIGERATOR

I/4"

Ferrule

Fasten the tubing into the tubing Clamp attached to
the back of the refrigerator.
First you loosen the screw fastening the clamp, next
insert the tubing in the groove, last re-fasten the
screw.

10.TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten any connections that
leak.
Reattach the compressor
compartment access cover.

UNDERSTANDING

SOUNDSYOU

The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost
cycle begins and ends. The thermostat control (or
refrigerator control, depending on the model) will also
click when cycling on and off.

M.'_' HEAR

Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one
didn't 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 describes the kinds of sounds
and what may be making them.

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, and
you may hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound.
Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause
a popping noise.
You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air
through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost
cycle may cause a sizzling sound.
As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due
to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.
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.

REFRIGERATOR

DOES

NOT

OPERATE

Check if...

Then...

The power supply cord is unplugged.

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

A household fuse has blown or circuit
breaker tripped.

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.

The refrigerator control is set to the OFF position.

Refer to the Setting the Controls section on page 11-12.

Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle.

Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.

VIBRATION

OR RATTLING

NOISE

Check if...

Then...

The refrigerator is not resting solidly on
the floor.
LIGHTS

Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need adjusting.
See Installation section on page 10.

DO NOTWORK

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.

Turn the refrigerator control to the OFF position and unplug
the refrigerator. Gently remove the bulb and reinsert. Then
plug in refrigerator and reset the refrigerator control.

Light bulb has burned out.

Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage, size
and shape available at your local hardware store. (See the
Changing the Light Bulb(s) section on pages 19--20.) Turn the
temperature control to the OFF position and unplug the
refrigerator prior to replacement.
25

COMPRESSOR

MOTOR

SEEMS

TO RUNTOO

MUCH

Check if...

Then...

The refrigerator that was replaced was an
older model,

Modem refrigerators with more storage space require
more operating time.

The room temperature is hotter than normal.

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

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

Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator.
It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer in order to cool
the refrigerator back down. Adding a large amount of food
warms the refrigerator. See the Food Storage Guide section
on page 13. 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 refrigerator control was set correctly,

The refrigerator wilt take up to 24 hours to cool
completely

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

See the Setting the Controls section on page 11-12.

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" below.

The condenser coils are dirty

This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder.
Clean the condenser coils. Refer to the Care and Cleaning
section on page 19.

DOORS
WILL
Check if...

NOT CLOSE

COMPLETELY
Then...

The refrigerator is not level.

See the Installation section on page 10 to level refrigeratoc

Food packages are blocking the door open.

Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves.

The ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door bins
or baskets are out of position,

Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover, pans, shelves
and baskets into their correct positions. See the Using Your
Refrigerator section on pages 14-17.

The gaskets are sticking.

Clean gaskets and the surface that they touch. Rub a thin coat
of paraffin wax on the gaskets after cleaning.

The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable.

Level the refrigerator. Refer to the Door Closing and Alignment
section on page 10.

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

Remove and replace the doors according to the Removing,
Reversing (optional) and Replacing Refrigerator Doors section
on pages 8-9, or call a qualified service technician.

FROST

OR ICE CRYSTALS

Check if...

ON FROZEN

FOOD
Then...

The door is not closing properly

See "Doors will not close completely" above.

The door is opened often.

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

ICE HAS OFF-TASTE

OR ODOR

Check if...

Then...

The icemaker was recently installed.

Discard first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or
off-flavored ice.

The ice has been stored for too long.

Throw away old ice and make new supply.

The food has not been wrapped tightly in
either compartment,

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

The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur.

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

The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning.

See Care and Cleaning section on page 19.

Ice storage bin needs cleaning.

Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.

THERE

IS WATER

IN THE

DEFROST

DRAIN

Check if...

PAN
Then...

The refrigerator is defrosting.

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

It is more humid than normal.

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

THE

REFRIGERATOR

SEEMSTO

MAKETOO

Check if...

NOISE

Then...

The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator.

THE

MUCH

ICEMAKER

IS NOT

PRODUCING

Refer to the Understanding
page 25.
ICE OR ICE CUBES

Check if...

ARE

Sounds You May Hear section on

FREEZlNGTOO

SLOWLY

Then...

The freezer temperature is cold enough to produce ice. Wait 24 hours after hook-up for ice production. See the Setting
the Controls section on page 11-12.
Door left open.

CUBES

Check to see if something is holding door open.

PRODUCED

BY ICEMAKER

ARETOO

Check if...

SMALL
Then...

Smaller cube size level is selected.

Select larger cube size using cube size selector.

Water shutof_ valve connecting refrigerator to water
line may be clogged.

Call a plumber to clear the valve.

THE

DOORS

ARE

DIFFICULT

TO OPEN

Check if...

Then...

The gaskets are dirty or sticky.

Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch. Rub a thin
coat of paraffin wax on the gaskets following cleaning.

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

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

AUTOMATIC

ICEMAKER

DOES NOT WORK

Check if...

Then...

Icemaker power switch in the O (off) position.

Move the switch to the I (on) position.

Water supply turned o_ or not connected.

See the Connecting the Water Line section on page 22.

Freezer compartment too warm.

Wait 24 hours for the freezer to reach its ideal temperature.

Piled up cubes in the storage bin cause the icemaker
to shut off.

Level cubes by hand.

TEMPERATURE

IS TOO WARM

OR THERE

Check if...

IS INTERIOR

MOISTURE

BUILDUP

Then...

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

Locate air vents by using your hand to sense airflow and
move all packages that block vents and restrict airflow. Refer
to Frontchill Door Cooling / Door Cooling on page 11 for
the location of air vents.

The doors are opened often.

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

The control is not set correctly for the surrounding
conditions.

Refer to the Setting the Controls section on page 11-12.
Wait 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize or even out. If the
temperature is too cold or too warm, move the dial one
number at a time.

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

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

The food is not packaged correctly.

Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to
storing in the refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation. If
necessary, repackage food according to the guidelines in the
Food Storage Guide section on page 13.

The doors are not closing completely

See "Doors will not close completely" on page 26.

The weather is humid.

In humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator
when 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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