SERVICE NUMBERS ...............................................BACK COVER
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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
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 modifications made to this product.
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to arrange for free
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, Roebuck and Co.
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8
PRODUCT RECORD
Record your complete model number, serial number, and
purchase date. You can find this information on the model and
serial number label located on the product.
Have this information available to help you obtain assistance or
service more quickly whenever you contact Sears concerning
your appliance.
Model number __ __ __. __________________________________________
Serial number___________________________________________________
Purchase date __________________________________________________
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future
reference.
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REFRIGERATOR SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
DANGER
WARNING
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
■ Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
■ Do not remove ground prong.
■ Do not use an adapter.
■ Do not use an extension cord.
■ Disconnect power before servicing.
■ Replace all parts and panels before operating.
■ Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions:
follow instructions.
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
You
instructions.
■ Use nonflammable cleaner.
■ Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline,
away from refrigerator.
■ Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.
■ Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker
kit ready models only).
■ Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on some models).
follow
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator
WARNING
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems
of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous
– even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of
your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help
prevent accidents.
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.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpack the Refrigerator
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Remove the Packaging
■ Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning
on the refrigerator. Rub 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 “Refrigerator Safety.”
When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for
cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with
cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage. 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.
Location Requirements
WARNING
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 ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for ¹⁄₂"
(1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top. When installing your
refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2" (5.08 cm) minimum on
each side (depending on your model) to allow for the door to
swing open. If your refrigerator has an ice maker, allow extra
space at the back for the water line connections.
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/
2
" (1.25 cm)
Clean Before Using
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside
of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions
in “Refrigerator Care.”
Important information to know about glass shelves
and covers:
Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when
they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to
sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping.
Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small,
pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers
are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid
dropping.
2" (5.08 cm)
NOTES:
■ It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near
an oven, radiator, or other heat source. Do not install in a
location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).
■ Normal minimum cabinet cut-out width required for product
installation is 36" (91.44 cm). However, if the product is
placed against an extended wall and the ability to remove the
crisper pans is desired, an additional 18" (45.72 cm) of
cabinet width is required, so a total cabinet opening width of
54" (137.16 cm) is recommended.
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Electrical Requirements
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is
important to make sure you have the proper electrical
connection.
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded
electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate
circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet
that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an
extension cord.
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) 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. See “Using the
Control(s).”
Base Grille
Remove the Base Grille:
1. Open both doors.
2. Place hands along the ends of the grille. Push in on the top of
the base grille and pull up on the bottom.
NOTE: Be sure to refasten the Tech Sheet behind the base grille
after cleaning.
Replace the Base Grille:
1. Open both doors.
2. Line up the grille support tabs with the metal clips.
3. Push the grille firmly to snap it into place.
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Refrigerator Doors
TOOLS NEEDED: ¹⁄₄", ¹⁄₂", and⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head socket wrenches, a flat-head screwdriver and a Phillips screwdriver.
IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and any
adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
NOTE: It may only be necessary to remove either the door handle or the doors to get your product through the doorway of your
residence. Measure the door opening to determine whether to remove the refrigerator handles or the doors.
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Door Removal
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Top Right Hinge
3
Top Left Hinge
A
A. Do Not Remove Screw
2
Base Grille
Handle Removal
1
(Optional)
A
A. Do Not Remove Screw
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Bottom Hinge
A
A. Do Not Remove Screw
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Door Alignment
A
A. Leveling Screw
Remove the Handles (optional)
1. Apply firm pressure with your hand on the face of trim. Slide
top trim up and bottom trim down away from handle. Lift trim
pieces off shoulder screws. See Graphic 1.
2. Remove handle screws and handles.
3. Move refrigerator into place. Replace handles as shown. See
Graphic 1.
Remove the Doors
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Open both refrigerator doors. Remove the base grille by
pulling up on the bottom outside corners. See Graphic 2.
3. Close both doors and keep them closed until you are ready to
lift them free from the cabinet.
4. Remove top left hinge cover and screws as shown. See
Graphic 3. Do not remove screw A.
5. Lift freezer door straight up off bottom hinge. See Graphic 4.
6. Remove top right hinge cover and screws as shown. See
Graphic 5. Do not remove screw A.
7. Lift refrigerator door straight up off bottom hinge. See
Graphic 4.
8. It may not be necessary to remove the bottom hinge to move
the refrigerator through a doorway. Both bottom hinges have
similar construction.
■ Disassemble the hinges as shown. See Graphic 6. Do not
remove screw A.
Replace the Doors and Hinges
1. Replace both bottom hinges, if removed. Tighten screws.
2. Replace the freezer door by lifting the door onto the bottom
left hinge.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the top
hinges are being replaced. Do not depend on the door magnets
to hold the doors in place while you are working.
3. Align and replace the top left hinge as shown. See Graphic 3.
Tighten screws.
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4. Replace left hinge cover.
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5. Replace the refrigerator door by lifting the door onto the
bottom right hinge.
6. Align and replace the top right hinge as shown. See
Graphic 5. Tighten screws.
7. Replace hinge cover.
8. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
5. Using a grounded drill, drill a ¹⁄₄" hole in the cold water pipe
you have selected.
A
G
B
C
Adjust the Doors
Door Closing
Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers — one on the
right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or if
you want the doors to close more easily, adjust the refrigerator's
tilt using the instructions below.
1. Move the refrigerator into its final location.
2. The two leveling screws are part of the front roller assemblies,
which are at the base of the refrigerator on either side. See
Graphic 7.
3. Use a hex-head wrench to adjust the leveling screws. Turn
the leveling screw to the right to raise that side of the
refrigerator or turn the leveling screw to the left to lower that
side. It may take several turns of the leveling screws to adjust
the tilt of the refrigerator. See Graphic 7.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the
refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws and
rollers. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.
4. Open both doors again and check that they close as easily as
you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by
turning both leveling screws to the right. It may take several
more turns, and you should turn both leveling screws the
same amount.
5. Replace the base grille.
NOTE: Be sure to refasten the Tech Sheet behind the base
grille.
Connect Water Supply
Connect to Water Line
DEF
A. Cold water pipe
B. Pipe clamp
C. Copper tubing
D. Compression nut
E. Compression sleeve
F. Sh ut o ff v al v e
G. Packing nut
6. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe
clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄" drilled hole
in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp.
Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws
carefully and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do
not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.
7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the
copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the
outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut
onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.
8. Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink, and
turn ON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is
clear. Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the
copper tubing.
Connect to Refrigerator
1. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression
nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do
not overtighten. Use the tube clamp on the back of the
refrigerator to secure the tubing to the refrigerator as shown.
This will help avoid damage to the tubing when the
refrigerator is pushed back against the wall.
2. Turn shutoff valve ON.
3. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including
connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.
A
B
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long
enough to clear line of water.
3. Locate a ½" to 1¹⁄₄" (1.25 cm to 3.18 cm) vertical cold water
pipe near the refrigerator.
IMPORTANT:
■ Make sure it is a cold water pipe.
■ Horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the
pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from
the drill and normal sediment from collecting in the valve.
4. Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure
from the connection on the lower left rear of refrigerator to the
water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use ¹⁄₄"
(6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure
both ends of copper tubing are cut square.
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D
E
A. Tube clamp
B. Tube clamp screw
C. Copper tubing
D. Compression nut
E. Valve inlet
4. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If
your water conditions require a second water strainer, install
it in the ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection.
Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
Normal Sounds
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, such as the floor, walls, and cabinets, can make the
sounds seem louder. The following describes the kinds of sounds
and what may be making them.
■ If your refrigerator is equipped with an ice maker, you will hear
a buzzing sound when the water valve opens to fill the ice
maker for each cycle.
■ Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep
your food items at the desired temperatures and to minimize
energy usage. The high efficiency compressor and fans may
cause your refrigerator to run longer than your old one. You
may also hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound from the
compressor or fans adjusting to optimize performance.
REFRIGERATOR USE
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation
In order to ensure proper temperatures, you need to permit air to
flow between the two sections. Cold air enters the bottom of the
freezer section and moves up. It then enters the refrigerator
section through the top vent. Air then returns to the freezer as
shown.
■ You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating air through
the refrigerator and freezer compartments. The fan speed
may increase as you open the doors or add warm food.
■ Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the
water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator.
■ 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.
■ Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a
popping noise.
■ 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.
Style 2: Slide Controls
cold
Freezer
234
1
colder
off
Refrigerator
234
1
colder
IMPORTANT:
■ Your product will not cool when the REFRIGERATOR Control
is set to OFF.
■ The Refrigerator Control adjusts the refrigerator compartment
temperature. The Freezer Control adjusts the freezer
compartment temperature. Settings to the left of the midsetting make the temperature less cold. Settings to the right
of the mid-setting make the temperature colder.
■ Wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. If you
add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your
food may spoil.
NOTE: Adjusting the Refrigerator and Freezer Controls to a
higher (colder) than recommended setting will not cool the
compartments any faster.
Do not block any airflow vents. If the vents are blocked, airflow
will be obstructed and temperature and moisture problems may
occur.
IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any
odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must
thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To avoid odor
transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.
Using the Controls
For your convenience, your refrigerator controls are preset at the
factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the
controls are still preset. The Refrigerator Control and the Freezer
Control should both be set to the “mid-settings.”
Style 1: Rotary Controls
Adjusting Controls
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 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.
Rotary Controls: Turn the control right (clockwise) to make the
compartment colder. Turn the control left (counterclockwise) to
make it less cold. To turn the cooling system off, turn the
Refrigerator Control counterclockwise until it reaches the OFF
position.
Slide Controls: Slide the control one setting to the right to make
the compartment colder. Slide the control one setting to the left
to make it less cold.
If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer,
use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. Wait at least
24 hours between adjustments.
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CONDITION/REASON:ADJUSTMENT:
REFRIGERATOR too warmREFRIGERATOR Control
one setting higher
■ Slide the door chill control to the left to reduce the flow of
cold air to the bin and make it less cold.
■ Slide the door chill control to the right to increase the flow of
cold air to the bin and make it colder.
FREEZER too warm/
too little ice
REFRIGERATOR too coldREFRIGERATOR Control
FREEZER too coldFREEZER Control
FREEZER Control
one setting higher
one setting lower
one setting lower
Convertible Drawer Temperature Control
(on some models)
The control can be adjusted to properly chill meats or vegetables.
The air inside the pan is cooled to avoid “spot” freezing and can
be set to keep meats at the National Livestock and Meat Board
recommended storage temperatures of 28° to 32°F (-2° to 0°C).
The convertible vegetable/meat drawer control comes preset at
the lowest meat setting.
To store meat:
Set the control to one of the three MEAT settings to store meat at
its optimal storage temperature.
To store vegetables:
Set the control to VEG to store vegetables at their optimal
storage temperatures.
NOTE: If food starts to freeze, move the control to the left (less
cold). Remember to wait 24 hours between adjustments.
Crisper Humidity Control
(on some models)
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed
crisper. Adjust the control to any setting between LOW and
HIGH.
LOW (open) for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins.
HIGH (closed) for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.
Chilled Door Bin
(on some models)
Cool air from the freezer is directed to the refrigerator door bin
directly beneath the vents.
NOTE: The dairy compartment and can rack are not associated
with the Chilled Door Bin feature.
Chilled Door Bin Control
The chilled door bin control is located on the left-hand side of the
refrigerator compartment.
Ice Maker and Storage Bin/Bucket
(on some models - Accessory)
To turn the ice maker On/Off:
The On/Off switch for the ice maker is a wire shutoff arm located
on the side of the ice maker.
NOTE: Do not force the wire shutoff arm up or down.
1. To turn the ice maker on, simply lower the wire shutoff arm.
NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. As ice is
made, the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin and the ice
cubes will raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up)
position.
2. To manually turn the ice maker off, lift the wire shutoff arm to
the OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click to make sure
the ice maker will not continue to operate.
MAX
NORMAL
To increase ice production rate:
■ Normal Ice Production: In normal ice production mode, the
ice maker should produce approximately 7 to 9 batches of ice
in a 24-hour period. If ice is not being made fast enough, turn
the Freezer Control toward a higher (colder) number in half
number steps. (For example, if the control is at 3, move it to
between 3 and 4.) Wait 24 hours between each increase.
■ Maximum Ice Production (on some models): In maximum
ice production, the ice maker should produce approximately
10 to 14 batches of ice in a 24-hour period. If your refrigerator
has the maximum ice production feature, push the switch
to MAX.
REMEMBER:
■ Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the
first three batches of ice produced.
■ The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of
the water supplied to your ice maker. Avoid connecting the
ice maker to a softened water supply. Water softener
chemicals (such as salt) can damage parts of the ice maker
and lead to poor quality ice. If a softened water supply cannot
be avoided, make sure the water softener is operating
properly and is well maintained.
■ Do not store anything on top of the ice maker or in the ice
storage bin.
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A. Chilled door bin control
REFRIGERATOR FEATURES
Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that
can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled
with the word “Accessory.” Not all accessories will fit all models.
If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please
call the toll-free number on the back cover or in the
“Accessories” section.
Important information to know about glass shelves
and covers:
Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when
they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to
sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping.
Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small,
pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers
are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid
dropping.
Convertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer,
Crisper and Covers
(on some models)
Crisper and Convertible Vegetable Meat Drawers
To Remove and Replace Drawers:
1. Slide crisper or meat drawer straight out to the stop. Lift the
front of drawer with one hand while supporting the bottom of
drawer with other hand and slide the drawer out the rest of
the way.
2. Replace the crisper or meat drawer by sliding it back in fully
past the drawer stop.
Crisper or Vegetable/Meat Drawer Covers
Refrigerator Shelves
Your model may have glass or wire shelves. Store similar foods
together and adjust the shelves to fit different heights. This
reduces the time the refrigerator door is open and saves energy.
Shelves and Shelf Frames (Fixed and Slide-out)
To Remove and Replace a Shelf:
1. Pull the shelf forward to the stop. Tilt the front of the shelf up.
Lift to remove from the shelf supports.
2. Replace the shelf/frame by aligning the shelf with the shelf
supports. Slide the shelf onto the shelf supports. Be sure that
the shelf is securely in position.
Deli Bin
The deli drawer stores raisins, nuts, spreads, and other small
items at normal refrigerator temperatures.
To Remove and Replace the Deli Bin:
1. Remove the deli bin by sliding it straight out to the stop. Lift
the front and back of the bin up and out of the shelf supports.
Tilt the bin sideways to remove from the refrigerator
compartment.
2. Replace the deli bin by sliding it back past the stop and
pushing into place.
To Remove and Replace Covers:
1. Remove the crisper and meat drawers. Press up in center of
crisper glass insert until it rises above the plastic frame.
Holding the crisper glass firmly, slide the glass insert forward
to remove.
2. Lift crisper cover frame and remove. Repeat steps to remove
the meat drawer cover.
3. Replace back of meat drawer cover frame into supports or
slides on side walls of the refrigerator and lower or slide the
front of the cover frame into place.
4. Slide rear of glass insert into cover frame and lower front into
place. Repeat steps to replace the crisper cover.
Wine Rack
(on some models - Accessory)
To Install and Remove the Wine Rack:
1. Install the wine rack by aligning it with the three shelf tabs
located on the bottom of the shelf. Pull the wine rack straight
down until it locks onto the shelf tabs as shown.
2. To remove the wine rack, lift it straight up and off the shelf
tabs.
Utility Bin
(on some models - Accessory)
NOTE: For long-term storage, place eggs in a covered container or in their original carton on an interior shelf.
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