Kenmore 106.44102300 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

Cabinet Depth

Side by Side Refrigerator

Use & Care Guide

Model numbers:

106.44102300

106.44109300

106.44103300

Refrigerador de dos puertas con profundidad para armario

Manual de uso y cuidado

Réfrigérateur côte à côte profondeur d’armoire

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

5019 637 33080	Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.	www.sears.com
2300222	Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8	www.sears.ca

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY.....................................................................................		2
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY..............................................................		3
Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator ....................................		3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................		4
Unpacking ....................................................................................		4
Location Requirements ................................................................		4
Electrical Requirements................................................................		5
Water Supply Requirements ........................................................		5
Removing the Door Handles ........................................................		5
Base Grille ....................................................................................		6
Leveling Refrigerator ....................................................................		6
Water Supply Connection ............................................................		6
Water System Preparation ...........................................................		7
Normal Sounds.............................................................................		7
REFRIGERATOR USE ....................................................................		8
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation....................................................		8
Using the Controls........................................................................		8
Water and Ice Dispensers ............................................................		9
Water Filtration System .............................................................		10
Ice Maker and Storage Bin........................................................		11
REFRIGERATOR FEATURES .....................................................		11
Refrigerator Shelves ..................................................................		11
Convertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer, Crisper and Covers .......		12
Convertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer Temperature Control......		12
Crisper Humidity Control...........................................................		12
FREEZER FEATURES .................................................................		12
Freezer Shelf..............................................................................		12
Freezer Basket...........................................................................		13
DOOR FEATURES .......................................................................		13
Door Bins...................................................................................		13
REFRIGERATOR CARE...............................................................		13
Cleaning.....................................................................................		13
Changing the Light Bulbs..........................................................		14
Power Interruptions ...................................................................		14
Vacation and Moving Care........................................................		14
TROUBLESHOOTING..................................................................		15
PROTECTION AGREEMENTS....................................................		17
In the U.S.A................................................................................		17
In Canada ..................................................................................		18
Accessories ...............................................................................		18
WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS ............................................		18
PRODUCT DATA SHEETS..........................................................		19
SERVICE NUMBERS ...............................................	BACK COVER

WARRANTY

ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON REFRIGERATOR

For one year from the date of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Sears will repair this refrigerator, free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship.

FIVE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON SEALED REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

For five years from the date of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according to owner's instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Sears will repair the sealed system (consisting of refrigeration, connecting tubing, and compressor), free of charge, if defective in materials or workmanship.

The above warranty coverage applies only to refrigerators which are used for storage of food for private household purposes and excludes original and replacement Kenmore Filtered Ice & Water filter cartridges (if equipped with the filter system). Original and replacement cartridges are warranted for 30 days, parts only, against defects in material or workmanship.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES OR CANADA.

This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States or Canada. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.

Warranty terms may vary in Canada. Contact your local Sears Service Center for complete details.

Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Sears Canada Inc.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

Product Record

In the space below, 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 inside wall of the refrigerator compartment.

Have this information available to help you obtain assistance or service more quickly whenever you contact Sears concerning your refrigerator.

Model number 106. ______________________________________________

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 follow instructions.

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

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: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions:

	■ Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.	■	Use nonflammable cleaner.
	■ Do not remove ground prong.	■	Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
	■ Do not use an adapter.		gasoline, away from refrigerator.
	■ Do not use an extension cord.	■ Use two or more people to move and install
			refrigerator.
	■ Disconnect power before servicing.
		■	Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on
	■ Replace all panels before operating.
			ice maker kit ready models only).
	■ Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
		■	Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice or water

(on some models).

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

Unpacking

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.

Removing packaging materials

■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 the “Refrigerator Safety” section.

When Moving Your Refrigerator:

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it.

Do not wiggle or “walk” the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.

Cleaning before use

After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in the “Refrigerator Care” 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. For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when removing them to avoid impact from dropping.

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.

NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or other heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).

36" (91.5 cm)

131/4"	161/2"
(34 cm)	(42 cm)

69" (175.0 cm)

121/2"	201/4"
(32 cm)	(51.5 cm)
2"	2"
(5.1 cm)	(5.1cm)
21/2"	91/4"
(6.4 cm)	(23.5 cm)

1.Minimum fixed wall position.

2.For full-overlay cabinet doors and a trim kit, the height of the opening must be 69¹⁄ in. (175.6 cm).

3.Recommended locations for electrical and water connections.

■If you are installing the refrigerator to fit flush with the front of the base cabinets, all shoe molding and baseboards must be removed from the rear of the refrigerator opening.

■The water hookup and electrical hookup must be placed near the bottom of the refrigerator.

■A trim kit is available for those installations where the refrigerator will not fit flush. Call 1-800-4- MYHOME® for ordering information.

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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 ampere 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.

IMPORTANT: If this product is connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protected outlet, nuisance tripping of the power supply may occur, resulting in loss of cooling. Food quality and flavor may be affected. If nuisance

tripping has occurred, and if the condition of the food appears poor, dispose of it.

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.

Water Supply Requirements

Read all directions carefully before you begin.

IMPORTANT:

■If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is connected, turn the ice maker OFF.

■All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

■Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing only in areas where the household temperatures will remain above freezing.

Tools Required: Flat-blade screwdriver, ⁄ in. and ¹⁄ in. openend wrenches or 2 adjustable wrenches, ¹⁄ in. nut driver and drill bit, hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded).

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a ¹⁄ in. (6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or ³⁄ in. (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

Water Pressure

A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and

120 psi (207-827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, see “Troubleshooting” or call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply

If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply, the water pressure to the system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 - 414 kPa).

If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 40 to 60 psi (276 - 414 kPa), a booster pump can be inserted into the small tubing that goes from the cold water line to the reverse osmosis system.

If the water dispenser is still not dispensing water properly:

■Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.

■Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage.

■If your refrigerator has a water filter cartridge, it may further reduce the water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system. Remove the water filter cartridge. See “Water Filtration System.”

If you have questions about your water pressure, refer to “Troubleshooting” or call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Removing the Door Handles

1.Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver, remove the 2 screws located on the inside of each door handle. Keep the screws for reattaching the handles.

2.Pull the door handle straight out from the door.

3.To make the cabinet flush, use a flat-blade screwdriver to remove the screws attaching the door handle posts to the refrigerator cabinet.

4.Reverse this procedure to replace the door handles.

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Base Grille

To remove the base grille:

1.Open the refrigerator and freezer doors 90°.

2.Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws attaching the base grille to the refrigerator cabinet.

3.Pull the base grille toward you.

NOTE: Do not remove the Tech Sheet that is fastened behind the base grille.

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1. Screws

To replace the base grille:

1.Open the refrigerator and freezer doors to 90°.

2.Position the base grille so that the holes are aligned and replace the screws.

Leveling Refrigerator

Your refrigerator has a front and rear roller at the base of the product on each side. All four rollers can be adjusted from the front of the product. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the doors to close easier, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using the instructions below:

1.Check the installation location to be sure that you have the proper clearance for the refrigerator. See the “Location Requirements” section.

2.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

3.Move the refrigerator into its final position.

4.Open the refrigerator and freezer doors to locate the leveling bolts at the left and right of the refrigerator base. If your refrigerator has a base grille, remove it. See “Base Grille” earlier in this section.

1.Rear leveling bolt

2.Front leveling bolt

NOTE: The top bolt will adjust the rear of the refrigerator, and the bottom bolt will adjust the front of the refrigerator.

5.Use a ¹⁄ in. (12.70 mm) socket wrench to adjust the leveling bolts. Turn the leveling bolt to the right to raise that side of the refrigerator or turn the leveling bolt to the left to lower that side. It may take several turns of the leveling bolts to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.

NOTE: Be careful not to unscrew the leveling bolts too much when lowering the refrigerator. The bolt head will start to come away from the refrigerator when in the lowest position. If the screw does come out of the rear roller bracket, the compartment access cover on the back of the refrigerator will have to be removed to reinstall the bolt.

6.Adjust the front leveling bolt to bring the refrigerator top parallel with the cabinet above the refrigerator. For standard cabinets, leave approximately ¹⁄ in. (3.18 mm) gap between the top hinges and the cabinet. For full-overlay cabinets, leave ¹⁄ in. (6.35 mm) gap for leveling. If you do not have a cabinet above the refrigerator, simply adjust the refrigerator to make it level.

1.For standard cabinets, leave ¹⁄ in. (3.18 mm) minimum clearance for leveling the refrigerator. For full-overlay cabinets, leave ¹⁄ in. (6.35 mm) minimum clearance for leveling and door clearance.

2.Front of the refrigerator.

7.Adjust the rear leveling bolt to bring the refrigerator level with the side cabinets or cabinet end panels.

8.If you want, you may now use the four leveling bolts to raise the refrigerator to close the gap between the refrigerator top hinge and the cabinet opening. Check that all four rollers still touch the floor and that the cabinet doors above the refrigerator open all the way.

9.Replace the base grille.

Water Supply Connection

Read all directions before you begin.

IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is connected, turn the ice maker OFF.

Connecting to Water Line

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water.

3.Find a ¹⁄ in. (12.70 mm) to 1¹⁄ in. (3.18 cm) vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator.

NOTE: Horizontal pipe will work, but the following procedure must be followed: Drill on the top side of the pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill. This also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

4.Route ¹⁄ in. (6.35 mm) copper tubing from the water pipe to the lower rear corner of the refrigerator location. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

5.Using a grounded drill, drill a ¹⁄ in. (6.35 mm) hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.

1.	Cold water pipe	5.	Compression sleeve
2.	Pipe clamp	6.	Shutoff valve
3.	Copper tubing	7.	Packing nut
4.	Compression nut

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