Kenmore 10650517001, 10650512002, 10650512001, 10650512000 Owner’s Manual

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TABLE OF

WARRANTY

CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................... 2

WARRANTY ......................................................................... 2

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ................................................ 3

PARTS AND FEATURES .................................................. 4

INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ............................... 5

Unpacking Your Refrigerator ............................................. 5

Space Requirements ......................................................... 5

Electrical Requirements ..................................................... 6

Removing the Doors .......................................................... 6

Removing the Door Handles ............................................. 7

Connecting the Refrigerator to a Water Source ................ 8

Ice Maker Operation .......................................................... 9

Base Grille ........................................................................ 10

Door Closing .................................................................... 10

Understanding Sounds You May Hear ........................... 10

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR ....................................... 11

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation ....................................... 11

Setting the Controls ......................................................... 11

Adjusting Control Settings ............................................... 12

Food Storage Guide ........................................................ 12

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ........................................... 13

Ice Maker Storage Bin ..................................................... 13

Water and Ice Dispensers ............................................... 14

Refrigerator Shelves ........................................................ 15

Convertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer and Cover ............. 16

Convertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer

Temperature Control ....................................................... 16

Crisper and Crisper Cover ............................................... 17

Crisper Humidity Control ................................................. 17

Crisper Cover Extension .................................................. 17

Door Rails ........................................................................ 18

Freezer Shelf .................................................................... 18

Freezer Basket ................................................................. 18

CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR ............................ 19

Cleaning Your Refrigerator .............................................. 19

Changing the Light Bulbs ................................................ 19

Power Interruptions ......................................................... 21

Vacation and Moving Care .............................................. 21

TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................... 22

SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT ............................ 25

FULL ONE-YEAR 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.

FULL FIVE-YEAR 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.

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.

D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

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 as shown in the Parts And Features section of this book.

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.

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word "DANGER" or

This is the safety alert symbol.

"WARNING." 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.

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.

IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

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.

• Do not remove ground prong.

• Do not use an adapter.

• Do not use an extension cord.

• Disconnect power before servicing.

• Replace all panels before operating.

• Remove doors from your old refrigerator.

• 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.

• Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice or water (on some models).

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

ProperDisposalof

YourOld Refrigerator

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.

PARTS AND FEATURES

This manual covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed. The locations of the features may not match your model.

1. Automatic Ice Maker (on some models)

2. Ice Bin (on some models)

3. Freezer Light

4. Removable Shelves

5. Snap-on Door Rails

6. Freezer Bins/Baskets (on some models)

7. Base Grille

8. Leveling Rollers (behind base grille)

9. Control Panel

10. Light Switch

11. Convertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer Temperature Control (on side wall)

12. Utility Compartment

13. Model and Serial Number Label (on side wall)

14. Adjustable Shelves

15. Snack Bin

16. Crisper Light (on some models)

17. Crisper Drawer

18. Convertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer

19. Snap-on Door Rails

Other Parts and Features (not shown in illustration above/optional on some

models) Ice Cube Trays

INSTALLING YOUR

REFRIGERATOR

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Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Removing packaging materials

• Remove tape and any labels from your refrigerator before using (except the model and serial number

label). To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area

briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see the "Important Safety Instructions" section.

IMPORTANT: Do not remove any permanent instruction labels inside your refrigerator, or the Tech Sheet that is fastened to the base grille.

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 "Caring for your Refrigerator" section.

• To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for a .5" (1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top.

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If your refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you leave some extra space at the back for the water line connections, The refrigerator can be flush against the back wall if you do not have an ice maker installed,

• If you are 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,

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).

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.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before removing doors. Failure to do so can result in death or

electrical shock.

NOTE: Before removing doors, open both doors and

remove base grille (see the "Base Grille" section).

Tools Needed:

1/4-inch hex-head socket wrench and sA6-inchhex-head socket wrench.

1, Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2, If you have a dispenser (ice or water), disconnect water

line (behind base grille).

• Remove hose from clip.

• Disconnect union nut and slide it back onto tube.

• Remove metal insert from tube.

• Remove union nut and spring.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the Thermostat Control (or

Refrigerator 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 Thermostat Control (or

Refrigerator Control) to the desired setting.

3, 6, Replace doors,Remove left top hinge.

• Remove hinge cover and screws. DO NOT REMOVE SCREW 1 AS SHOWN IN DIAGRAM.

• Disconnect wiring plug and both ground wires.

• Carefully lift door up off bottom hinge. Make sure

you protect water line from damage.

Disassemble right top hinge.

• Remove hinge cover and screws. DO NOT REMOVE SCREW 2 AS SHOWN IN DIAGRAM.

• Lift door up off bottom hinge.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Reconnect both ground wires. Failure to do so can result in death or

electrical shock.

7, Reconnect wiring plug and both ground wires. 8, Replace hinge cover and screws. 9, Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Apply firm pressure with hand on face of trim. Slide top trim up and bottom trim down away from handle, then lift

off of shoulder screws. Remove screws.

Remove bottom hinge, if necessary. Both bottom

hinges have similar construction. DO NOT REMOVE SCREW 3 AS SHOWN IN DIAGRAM.

NOTE: It may not be necessary to remove the bottom hinge to move refrigerator through a doorway.

Readall directions carefully before you begin.

IMPORTANT:

• If operating the refrigerator before installing the water connection, turn ice maker to the OFF position to prevent operation without water.

• All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.

• Use copper tubing and check for leaks.

• Install copper tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.

• It may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to begin producing ice.

Tools required:

• Standard screwdriver

• 7A6-inchand 1/2-inchopen-end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches

• 1A-inch nut driver

• 1A-inch drill bit

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 1/2-inchto 11/4-inch vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator.

NOTE: Horizontal pipe will work, but the following precaution must be taken: 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.

To determine the length of copper tubing you will need, measure from connection on lower left rear of

refrigerator to water pipe. Add 7 feet (2.1 m) to allow for moving refrigerator for cleaning. Use 1A-inch O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

5, Using a grounded drill, drill a 1/4-inch hole in the cold

water pipe you have selected.

• Hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded) NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a

1A-inch saddle-type shut-off 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 3Ae-inchsaddle valve which reduces water

flow and clogs more easily.

Cold Water Supply

The ice maker water valve contains a flow washer which is used as a water pressure regulator. The ice maker needs to

be connected to a cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 120 psi. If a problem occurs, call your utility company.

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1. Cold Water Pipe

2. Pipe Clamp

3. Copper Tubing

4. Compression Nut

5. Compression Sleeve

6. Shut Off Valve

7. Packing Nut

Fasten shut-off valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be sure outlet end is solidly in the 1/4-inchdrilled hole inthe water pipe and that washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten 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, especially if soft (coiled) copper tubing is used. Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing.

Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on copper tubing as shown. Insert end of tubing into outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.

Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink, and turn ON main water supply and flush out tubing

until water is clear. Turn OFF shut-off valve on the water pipe. Coil copper tubing.

Connecting to refrigerator:

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 prevent damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back against the wall. Move to step 2.

2. Turn shut-off valve ON. Check For Leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or

nuts that leak.

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After the freezer section reaches normal freezer temperature, the ice maker fills with water and begins

forming ice. Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Ice maker should then produce approximately 7 to 9 batches of ice in a 24 hour-period. Discard the first three batches of ice produced to avoid impurities that may be flushed out of the system.

After ice is made, the ice cubes drop into the storage bin. When ice storage bin is full, ice maker arm raises to the "OFF" position (arm up). If ice is not needed, you can stop the ice maker by raising the arm to the "OFF" position (arm up). Listen for a click sound to be sure that the ice maker will not continue to operate.

To start ice maker, lower arm to the "ON" position (arm down). Do not force arm up or down. Do not store anything on top of the ice maker or in the ice storage bin.

The ON/OFF lever for the ice maker is a wire signal arm located on the side of the ice maker. Push the arm

down to start making ice automatically, and push it up to shut off the ice maker.

1. Tube Clamp

2. Copper tubing

3. Compression Nut

4. Valve Inlet

The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If local water conditions require periodic cleaning or a well is your source of water supply, a second water

strainer should be installed in the Y4-inch water line. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance

dealer. Install at either tube connection.

4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

It is normal for the ice cubes to be attached at the corners. They will break apart easily.

The ice maker will not operate until the freezer is cold enough to make ice. This can take as long as overnight.

If ice is not being made fast enough and more ice is needed, 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 and, if necessary, gradually turn the Freezer

Control to the highest setting, waiting 24 hours between each increase.

REMEMBER:

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.

Open both doors again and check to make sure 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.

6, Replace the base grille.

To remove the base grille:

1. Open both refrigerator doors.

2. Place hands along the ends of the grille, with your thumbs along the top. Push in with your thumbs and pull up on the bottom.

NOTE: Be sure to refasten the Tech Sheet behind the base grille after cleaning.

To replace the grille:

1. Open the 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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Door Closing

Your refrigerator has 2 front adjustable rollers -- 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 in refrigerator.

Move the refrigerator into its final position.

Remove the base grille (see "Base Grille" earlier in this section). The two leveling screws are part of the front roller assemblies which are at the base of the

refrigerator on either side.

Use a screwdriver 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.

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.

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.

If your product 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,

The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends. Also, the thermostat refrigera-

tor control, will click when cycling on and off.

Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant,

the water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator. Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to

keep your food items at the desired temperature. The high efficiency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run longer than your old one, and you may hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound.

Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound.

You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.

Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a popping noise,

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.

USING YOUR

REFRIGERATOR

For your convenience, the refrigerator controls are preset at the factory. When you first installyour

refrigerator, make sure that the controls are still preset. The Thermostat Control and the Air Balance Control

should both be at the "mid-settings" as shown in the illustrations below.

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.

Do not block any of these vents with food such as soda, cereal, bread, etc. If the vents are blocked, airflow will be

prevented and the temperature controls will not function properly.

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 prevent odor transfer from food, wrap or cover foods tightly.

Checking airflow

To measure the amount of cold air being directed from the freezer compartment into the refrigerator section, hold your hand in front of the top vent. You can adjust the Air

Balance Control to feel the different amounts of airflow. For further information on temperatures inside your

refrigerator, refer to the "Troubleshooting" section.

The Thermostat Control adjusts both the refrigerator and freezer compartment temperatures. Settings to the

left of the mid-setting make the overall temperature in both compartments less cold. Settings to the right of the mid- setting make the overall temperature in both compart-

ments colder.

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NOTE: Your refrigerator will not cool when the Thermostat Control is set to OFF.

The Air Balance Control divides the amount of cold air entering both compartments. Settings to the left of the

mid-setting direct more cold air into the refrigerator compartment. Settings to the right of the mid-setting direct more cold air into the freezer compartment.

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COMPARTMENT COMPARTMENT

Give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food

into the refrigerator. IMPORTANT: If you add food before the refrigerator has

cooled completely, your food may spoil. Turning the Ther-

mostat and Air Balance Controls to a higher (colder) than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster.

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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. 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.

RECOMMENDED

CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR section too warm

• Door opened often

• Large amount of food added

• Room temperature very warm

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 diffuser blocked by items

Turn

AIR BALANCE Control one-half

setting higher, wait 24 hours, then check the

freezer temperature

Turn AIR BALANCE Control

one-half setting higher

Move packages out of airstream

Butter or margarine

Keep opened butter in covered dish or closed compartment. When storing an extra supply, wrap in freezer packaging and freeze.

Cheese

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

aluminum foil.

Milk

Wipe milk cartons. For best storage, place milk on interior shelf.

Eggs

Store in original carton on interior shelf.

Fruit

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.

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REFRIGERATOR section too cold

• Controls not set correctly for

your conditions

FREEZER section too cold

• Controls not set correctly for

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Turn AIR BALANCE Control

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Storing 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.

Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day as 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 ............................................................ 1-2 days

Ground beef ..................................................... 1-2 days

Variety meats (liver, heart, etc.) ........................ 1-2 days

Cold cuts ......................................................... 3-5 days

Steaks/roasts ................................................... 3-5 days

Cured meats .................................................. 7-10 days

Leftovers

Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Plastic containers with tight lids can also be used.

Storing Frozen Food

NOTE: For further information about preparing food for

freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook.

Packaging

Successful freezing depends on the correct packaging. When you close and seal the package you 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

• Heavy-duty aluminum foil

• Plastic-coated paper

• Non-permeable plastic wraps (made from saran film)

• Specified freezer self-sealing plastic bags

Follow package or container instructions for proper

freezing methods.

Do not use:

REFRIGERATOR

FEATURES

To remove the ice bin:

1, Pull the covering panel out from the bottom and then

slide it back toward the rear.

2, Lift the signal arm so it clicks into the OFF (up) position.

Ice can still be dispensed, but no more can be made.

Bread wrappers

Non-polyethylene plastic containers Containers without tight lids Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap Thin, semi-permeable wrap

Freezing Your freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of

food. Put no more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 Ibs of food per

cubic foot [907-1,350 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.

3, Lift up the front of the storage bin and pull it out.

Empty the ice bin. Use warm water to melt the ice if necessary. Never use anything sharp to break up the ice in the bin. This can cause damage to the bin and the dispenser mechanism.

Wash with a mild detergent, rinse well and dry thoroughly. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners or

solvents.

When you replace the bin, make sure it is pushed in all the way or the dispenser will not work. Then push the signal arm down to the ON position to restart ice production. Make sure the door is closed tightly.

Cut Hazard

Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice or water.

Failure to do so can result in cuts.

Depending on your model, you may have one or more of

the following options: the ability to select either crushed or cubed ice, a special light that turns on when you use the

dispenser, or a lock option to avoid accidental dispensing.

The ice dispenser

Ice dispenses from the ice maker storage bin in the freezer. When the dispenser lever is pressed:

• A trapdoor opens in a chute between the dispenser and the ice bin.

• Ice moves from the bin and falls through the chute.

• When you release the dispenser lever, the trap door closes and the ice dispensing stops. The dispensing

system will not operate when the freezer door is open.

Some models dispense both cubed and crushed ice.

Before dispensing ice, select which type of ice you prefer. The button controls are designed for easy use and cleaning.

• For cubed ice, press the CUBE button until the red

indicator appears in the window above the CUBE button.

To dispense ice: 1, Press button for the desired type of ice. 2, Press a sturdy glass against the ice dispenser lever.

Hold the glass close to the dispenser opening so ice

does not fall outside of the glass.

IMPORTANT: You do not need to apply a lot of pressure to the lever m order to activate the ice dispenser. Pressing hard will not make the ice dispense faster or in greater quantities.

3, Remove the glass to stop dispensing.

NOTE: The first few batches of ice may have an off-

flavor from new plumbing and parts. Throw the ice away. Also, take large amounts of ice from the ice bin, not through the dispenser.

The water dispenser

Chilled water comes from a container behind the meat drawer. It holds approximately 11/2quarts (1.5 L).

When the refrigerator is first hooked up, press the water dispenser bar with a glass orjar until you draw and dis- card 2 or 3 quarts (1.9 to 2.8 L). It will take three to four minutes for the water to begin dispensing. The water you draw and discard rinses the tank and pipes.

Allow several hours to chill a new tankful. IMPORTANT: The small removable tray at the bottom of

the dispenser is designed to catch small spills and allow for easy cleaning. There is no drain in the tray. The tray can be removed from the dispenser and carried to the sink to be emptied or cleaned.

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• For crushed ice, press the CRUSH button until the red

indicator appears in the window above the CRUSH button.

For crushed ice, cubes are crushed before being dispensed. This may cause a slight delay when dispensing

crushed ice. Noise from the ice crusher is normal, and pieces of ice may vary in size. When changing from

CRUSH to CUBE, a few ounces of crushed ice will be dispensed along with the first cubes.

To dispense water: 1, Press a glass against the water dispenser lever. 2, Remove the glass to stop dispensing. NOTE: Dispense enough water every week to maintain a

fresh supply.

The dispenser light

The dispenser area has a light. It can be turned on manually by pressing the "ON" button at the right hand side of the control panel. The red indicator above the "ON" button will appear. On some models: whenever you use the dispenser the lever will automatically turn the light on.

LIGHT

OFF ON

NOTE: See the "Changing the Light Bulbs" section for

information on changing the dispenser light bulb. On models without crushed ice, the light switch is a

rocker-style type. Push the switch to turn the light on, and push again to turn the light off.

The dispenser lock (onsome models)

Your dispenser can be turned off for easy cleaning or to prevent accidental dispensing by small children and pets. To turn off the dispenser, press the LOCK button. The indicator will appear above the LOCK button and the ice and water dispensers will not work. To unlock the dispenser, press the UNLOCK button until the indicator appears. Then continue to dispense ice or water as usual.

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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, and save energy.

IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm water when they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact. For your protection tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small pebble-size pieces. This is normal.

NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when removing them to avoid impact from dropping.

To remove shelves from the shipping position (shelves are shipped upside down):

Grasp front of upper shelf with one hand and use other hand to remove packing material from shelf area.

Lower front of upper shelf until shelf hooks can be removed from slots in shelf supports on the back refrigerator wall. Pull shelf forward to remove.

Flip shelf over.

Insert rear shelf hooks into slots in shelf supports.

Tilt front of shelf up until rear hooks drop into slots.

Lower front of shelf. Check to make sure that shelf is securely in position.

Slide-out shelves (on some models)

Some shelves slide out, providing easier access to foods stored in back.

To slide out shelf, carefully pull front of shelf toward you.

To slide in shelf, push shelf in until it stops.

DISPENSER

LOCKIUNLOCKI

NOTE: The lock feature does not shut off power to the product, to the ice maker, or to the dispenser light. It simply deactivates the dispenser levers.

To remove a shelf from the metal frame:

1. Pull shelf out to the stop.

2. Tilt front of the shelf up and pull it out a little farther.

3. Lift up shelf so that it moves through the slot in the frame.

Replace the shelf in the reverse order.

Shelves and shelf frames

To remove a shelf/frame:

1. Tilt up front of the shelf/frame.

2. Pull shelf/frame.

To replace a shelf/frame:

1. Guide the rear shelf hooks into the slots in the shelf supports on the back refrigerator wall.

2. Tilt up front of shelf/frame.

3. Lower the front of the shelf into position.

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The convertible vegetable/meat drawer can be adjusted to properly chill meats or vegetables. Unlike most chilled meat drawer systems, the Temperature Control cools the air inside the pan. (Most systems chill only the pan itself, which doesn't cool the air inside the pan evenly.)

Chilling the air inside the pan provides more even cooling and reduces "spot" freezing. The Temperature Control can be set to keep meats at the recommended storage temperatures (28°F-32°F are the recommended storage temperatures from the National Livestock and Meat

Board). To store vegetables at their optimal storage temperatures

(which need to be warmer than those for meat), set the control at the Vegetable setting, all the way to the left.

To remove the drawer:

1. Slide the drawer straight out to the stop.

2. Lift the front slightly and slide it out the rest of the way.

3. Replace the drawer by sliding it past the drawer stop.

To remove the cover:

1. Remove the drawer and the crisper.

2. Lift the front of the cover off of the supports and remove it by pulling up and out.

To replace the cover:

1. Fit the back of the cover into the notch supports on the walls of the refrigerator and lower it into place.

2. Replace the drawer and crisper.

IMPORTANT: To extend freshness even more, remember to wrap meats in airtight, moisture-proof materials before

storing. Always store meat as recommended by the National Livestock and Meat Board. See "Storing fresh food" in the "Food Storage Guide" section for more

information.

Adjusting the control

The convertible control comes preset for you at the lowest meat setting. Move it to the mid-setting or "colder" as

desired. To change a control setting: move the control to the right

(colder) or to the left (less cold). To store vegetables: move the control all the way to the

left to the VEG setting.

IMPORTANT: If food starts to freeze, move the control to the left (less cold). Remember to wait 24 hours between

adjustments. Doing so gives the temperature of the food time to change.

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To remove the crisper:

1..Slide crisper straight out to the stop.

2. Lift the front.

3..Slide crisper out the rest of the way. Replace the crisper by sliding it back in fully past the

drawer stop.

To remove the crisper cover:

1. Remove crisper.

2. Lift cover frame up and remove.

To replace the crisper cover:

1. Fit back of cover frame into supports on side walls of the refrigerator.

2. Lower front of the cover frame into place.

3. Slide rear of glass insert into cover frame and lower front into place.

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You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture- sealed crisper. Adjust the control to any setting between

LOW and HIGH.

LOW (open) lets moist air out of the crisper for best

storage of fruits and vegetables with skins.

HIGH (closed) keeps moist air in the crisper for best

storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

HumidityControl

HiGH • • • ® • • • • LOW

In order to prevent food items from falling behind your crisper, some models have a crisper cover extension that covers the gap between the back wall and the back side of

the crisper. You may want to remove the extension when cleaning.

To remove the crisper cover extension:

1. Lift up on the front of the extension.

2, Pull it off of the supports.

To replace the crisper cover extension:

1. Fit it back onto the supports on the side walls.

2. Rest the front of the extension on the crisper cover.

The door rails may be removed for easier cleaning.

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Snap-on Door Rails

To remove the rails:

1. Remove all items from the shelf.

2. Push in slightly on the front of the bracket while pulling out on the inside tab.

3. Repeat these steps for the other end of the rail.

To replace the rails:

1. Line up the ends of the brackets with the buttons on the sides of the door liner.

2. Firmly snap bracket and rail assembly onto the tabs above the shelf as shown.

Drop-in Door Rails

To remove the rails:

1. Remove all items from the shelf.

2. Pull straight up on each end of the rail.

To remove the shelf:

1. Lift the shelf off of the supports.

2. Slide it out of the shelf support holes. Replace shelf in the reverse order.

The freezer basket can be used to store bags of frozen fruits and vegetables that may slide off freezer shelves.

To remove the freezer basket:

1. Slide it out to the stop.

2. Lift the front and slide it out the rest of the way.

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To replace the rails:

1. Slide the shelf rail into the slots on the door.

2. Push the rail straight down until it stops.

To replace the basket:

1. Position it on the slides, making sure that the wire stops are clear of the front of the slides.

2. Slide it back in all the way.

• Additional cleaning tips are listed below:

CARING FOR YOUR

REFRIGERATOR

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

PART COMMENTS Outside •

Inside walls •

(allow freezer to warm up so

cloth won't stick)

Door liners • and gaskets

Plastic parts (covers and

panels)

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. To help remove odors, you can

wash with a mixture of warm water

and baking soda (2 tbs to 1qt [26 g

to .95 L] of water).

Do not use cleaning waxes,

concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic parts.

Do not use paper towels, window

sprays, scouring cleansers or flammable fluids. These can

scratch or damage material.

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors from building up. Wipe up spills immediately.

Energy Saving Tip: Clean the condenser coils regularly. A coil cleaning brush

is available for purchase. Call 1-800-366-PART and ask for

Part Number 4210463.

To clean your refrigerator:

• Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

• Remove all removable parts from inside, such as

shelves, crispers, etc.

• Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent

in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.

• Hand wash, rinse, and dry all surfaces thoroughly.

• Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

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

Refrigerator light bulbs

Dispenser area light (on some models): 1, Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. 2, Reach through the dispenser area to remove the bulb.

3, Replace the bulb with a heavy-duty 0-watt bulb,

which can be purchased from your dealer.

4, Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Light behind control panel:

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Reach behind the Control Panel and remove the bulb.

3. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb.

4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power. Crisper light (on some models):

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove the light shield by grasping the top center of the shield and pulling forward while turning it slightly to

one side.

3. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb.

Freezer light bulbs

Light below the ice bin:

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Push in the sides of the light shield and pull down until the shield snaps free.

3. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb.

4. Replace the light shield.

5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Upper freezer light (on some models):

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove the light shield by grasping the top center of the shield and pulling forward while turning it slightly to

one side.

Replace the light shield by grasping the top center of the shield and inserting the tabs on one end into the slotted holes in the refrigerator liner. Then, carefully

bend the shield at the center to insert the tabs on the other end.

5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power. To remove light shield for cleaning:

1. Remove the crisper and the crisper cover.

2. Remove the light shield by grasping the top center of the shield and pulling forward while turning it slightly to

one side.

Wash it with warm water and a liquid detergent. Rinse and dry the cover well.

Replace the light shield by grasping the top center of the shield and inserting the tabs on one end into the slotted holes in the refrigerator liner. Then, carefully

bend the shield at the center to insert the tabs on the other end.

3. Replace the bulb with a 40-watt appliance bulb.

Replace the light shield by grasping the top center of

the shield and inserting the tabs on one end into the slotted holes in the freezer liner. Then, carefully bend

the shield at the center to insert the tabs on the other end.

5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

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.

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.

Place 2 Ibs (907 g) 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

burns.

c) If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available,

consume or can perishable food at once.

REMEMBER: 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.

Vacations

If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you're away, use these steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave.

1, Use up any perishables and freeze other items. 2, If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

• Raise ice maker arm to OFF (up) position.

• Shut off water supply to the ice maker.

3, Empty the ice bin.

If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave, follow these steps.

1, Remove all food from the refrigerator. 2, If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

• Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time.

• When the last load of ice drops, raise the ice maker arm to the OFF (up) position.

3, Depending on your model, turn the Thermostat Control

(or Refrigerator Control, depending on the model) to

OFE See the "Setting the Controls" section. 4, Clean refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well. 5, 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.

Moving

When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move.

1, If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

• Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time.

• Disconnect the water line from the back of the refrigerator.

• When the last load of ice drops, raise the ice maker arm to the OFF (up) position.

2, Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all

frozen food in dry ice.

3, Depending on your model, turn the Thermostat Control

(or Refrigerator Control, depending on the model) to

OFE See the "Setting the Controls" section. 4, Unplug the refrigerator. 5, Empty water from the defrost pan. 6, Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly. 7, Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape

them together so they don't shift and rattle during the

move.

Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls easier OR screw in the leveling legs so they don't scrape the floor. See the "Door Closing" section.

Tape the doors shut and 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. Also, if your refrigerator has an

automatic ice maker, remember to reconnect the water supply to the refrigerator.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

Your refrigerator will not operate

Is the power supply cord unplugged?

Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage. Has a household fuse or circuit breaker tripped?

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit.

Is the refrigerator control turned to the "OFF" position?

Refer to the "Setting the Controls" section.

Is the refrigerator defrosting?

Recheck to see if the refrigerator is operating in 30 minutes. Your refrigerator will regularly run an automatic defrost cycle.

The lights do not work

Is the power supply cord unplugged?

Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage. Is a light bulb loose in the socket?

Turn the refrigerator control to "OFF". Disconnect the

refrigerator from the electrical supply. Gently remove the bulb and reinsert. Then reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical supply and reset the refrigerator control.

Is a light bulb burned out? Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage, size, and shape. See the "Changing the Light Bulbs"

section.

The motor seems to run too much

Is the room temperature hotter than normal?

Expect the motor to 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 of the time.

Has a large amount of food just been added to the refrigerator?

Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. It

is normal for the motor to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down. See the "Food Storage Guide"

section.

Is the door opened often?

Expect the motor to run longer when this occurs. 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.

Are the controls not set correctly for the surrounding conditions?

Refer to the "Setting the Controls" section.

Are the doors not closed completely?

Push the doors firmly shut. If they will not shut all the way, see "The doors will not close completely" later in

this section.

Are the condenser coils dirty?

This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work

harder. Clean the condenser coils. Refer to the

"Cleaning Your Refrigerator" section. Are the door gaskets not sealed all the way around?

Contact a qualified person or a technician.

NOTE: If the problem is not due to any of the above,

remember that your new refrigerator will run longer than your old one due to its high efficiency motor.

There is water in the defrost drain pan

Is the refrigerator defrosting?

The water will evaporate. It is normal for water to drip

into the defrost pan. Is it more humid than normal?

Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer

to evaporate. This is normal when it is hot or humid.

The refrigerator seems to make too much

noise

• The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator. Refer to the "Understanding Sounds You May Hear"

section.

The ice maker is not producing ice Off-taste, odor or grey color in the ice

Is the freezer temperature not cold enough to produce ice?

Wait 24 hours after ice maker hook-up for ice production.

Refer to the "Setting the Controls" section.

Is the ice maker arm in the "OFF" (arm up) position? Lower arm to the "ON" (arm down) position. See the "Ice

Maker Operation" section.

Is the water line shut-off valve to the refrigerator not

turned on?

Turn on the water valve. See the "Connecting the

Refrigerator to a Water Source" section. Is an ice cube jammed in the ejector arm?

Remove the ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil. Refer to the "Ice Maker Operation" section.

Does the ice maker mold have water in it?

Check to see if your refrigerator has been connected to your home water supply and the supply shut-off valve is turned on. Refer to the "Connecting the Refrigerator to a

Water Source" section.

NOTE: If not due to any of the above, there may be a

problem with the water line. Call for service.

The ice maker is producing too little ice

Has the ice maker just been installed?

Wait 72 hours for full ice production to begin. Once your

refrigerator is cooled down, the ice maker should begin

producing 70-120 cubes every 24 hours.

Has a large amount of ice just been removed? Allow 24 hours for ice maker to produce more ice.

Are the controls set correctly?

Refer to the "Setting the Controls" section.

Is the water shut-off valve turned completely on?

Turn valve on fully. Refer to the "Connecting the

Refrigerator to a Water Source" section.

Are the plumbing connections new, causing

discolored or off-flavored ice?

Discard the first few batches of ice. Have the ice cubes been stored for too long?

Throw old ice away and make a new supply.

Has food in the freezer or refrigerator been wrapped properly?

Refer to the "Food Storage Guide" section. Do the freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned?

See the "Cleaning Your Refrigerator" section. Does the water contain minerals (such as sulfur)?

A filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals.

The ice dispenser will not operate properly

Is the freezer door closed completely?

Push the door firmly shut. If itwill not shut all the way, see "The doors will not close completely" later in this

section. Is the ice bin installed correctly?

Push the ice bin in all the way. If the ice bin does not go in all the way, it may not be put in straight. Pull it out and

try again.

Has the wrong ice been added to the bin? Use only cubes produced by the current ice maker. If

other cubes have been added, remove all cubes and

check to see that none has become stuck in the delivery chute.

Has the ice frozen in the ice bin? Shake the ice bin to separate cubes. If cubes do not

separate, empty bin and wait 24 hours for ice to restock.

Has the ice melted around the auger (metal spiral) in

the ice bucket?

Dump the ice cubes and clean the ice bucket completely.

Allow 24 hours for the ice maker to restock. Do not try to

remove the melted ice with a sharp object. You could damage the ice bucket.

Is ice stuck in the delivery chute? Clear the ice from the delivery chute with a plastic utensil. Do not use anything sharp to remove the ice.

You could cause damage.

Is there ice in the bucket?

See "The ice maker is not producing ice" earlier in this section.

Has the dispenser arm been held in too long? Release dispenser arm. Ice will stop dispensing when

the arm is held in too long. Wait three minutes for

dispenser motor to reset before using again. (For future use, take large amounts of ice directly from the ice maker so that the dispenser arm is not held in too long.)

Thewater dispenser will not operate properly

Is the freezer door not closed completely?

Push the door firmly shut. If it will not shut all the way, see "The doors will not close completely" later in this

section.

• Has the water tank not filled? The water tank needs to be filled the first time it is used.

Depress the water dispenser bar with a large container until you draw two to three quarts (1.9 to 2.8 L) of water. Discard water. (Refer to the "Water and Ice Dispensers" section for further instructions on filling the water tank.)

• Is the water shut-off valve not turned on or the water

line connected at the source? Check to be sure the water shut-off valve is turned on

and the water source is connected to the refrigerator. Refer to the "Connecting the Refrigerator to a Water

Source" section for directions.

Is the water shut-off valve clogged or incorrectly installed?

Refer to the "Connecting the Refrigerator to a Water Source" section. If clogging or installation is not a problem, call for service or a contact a plumber.

Is there a kink in the home water source line? If you find or suspect a kink in the water line, call for

service.

Water or ice is leaking from the dispenser

Is the glass not being held under the ice dispenser long enough, causing the ice to spill?

Hold the container under the ice chute for two to three seconds after releasing the dispenser lever. A small

amount of ice may dispense after the lever is released.

Is the glass not being held under the water dispenser long enough, causing water to drip?

Hold the container under the water dispenser two to

three seconds after releasing the dispenser lever. Water

may continue to dispense during this time.

Is an ice cube is stuck in the chute and holding the

trap door open?

Remove the cube.

The dispenser water is not cool enough

Has the refrigerator been newly installed?

Allow 24 hours for the tank to cool completely.

Has a large amount of water been recently dispensed?

Allow 24 hours for the tank to cool completely.

Has water not been recently dispensed?

The first glass of water may not be cool. Discard the first glass of water.

The divider between the two compartments is

warm

• The warmth is probably due to normal operation of the automatic exterior moisture control. If still concerned,

call for service.

Temperature is too warm

Are the air vents blocked in either compartment? This prevents the movement of cold air from the

freezer to the refrigerator.

Remove any objects from in front of the air vents. Refer

to the "Ensuring Proper Air Circulation" section for the

location of air vents.

Are the door(s) opened often?

Be aware that the refrigerator will warm when this

occurs. 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.

Has a large amount of food just been added to the refrigerator or freezer?

Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. It

can take several hours for the refrigerator to return to the normal temperature.

Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding

conditions?

Refer to the "Setting the Controls" section.

There is interior moisture build-up

Are the air vents blocked in the refrigerator?

Remove any objects from in front of the air vents. Refer

to the "Ensuring Proper Air Circulation" section for the

location of air vents.

Are the door(s) opened often?

To avoid humidity build-up, 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. (When the door is opened, humidity from the room air enters the refrigerator. The more often the door is opened, the faster humidity builds up,

especially when the room itself is very humid.)

Is the room humid?

It is normal for moisture to build up inside the refrigerator

when the room air is humid.

Is the food packaged correctly? Check that all food is securely wrapped. If necessary, repackage food according to the guidelines in the "Food Storage Guide" section. Wipe off damp food containers before placing in the refrigerator.

Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding

conditions?

Refer to the "Setting the Controls" section.

Was a self-defrost cycle completed?

It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the refrigerator self-defrosts.

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