Kenmore 10672262100, 10671282100, 10661282100, 10661182100, 10660184001 Owner’s Manual

Top-Mount Refrigerator

Use & Care Guide

Refrigerador con montaje superior

Manual de uso y cuidado

Réfrigérateur superposé

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

2212866

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

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

www.sears.com

www.sears.ca

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY

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

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

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator ....................................3

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................4

Unpacking Your Refrigerator........................................................4

Location Requirements ................................................................4

Electrical Requirements................................................................5

Connecting to a Water Source.....................................................5

Refrigerator Doors: Removing,

Reversing (optional) and Replacing .............................................6

Door Closing and Alignment ........................................................8

Understanding Sounds You May Hear ........................................8

REFRIGERATOR USE ....................................................................8

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation....................................................8

Setting the Control(s)....................................................................9

Adjusting Control Settings ...........................................................9

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

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ..................................................... 10

Refrigerator Shelves .................................................................. 10

Lateral Adjustable Shelf............................................................. 10

Crispers and Meat Drawers ...................................................... 11

Crisper Humidity Control........................................................... 11

Chilled Meat Drawer .................................................................. 12

Wine or Can/Bottle Rack........................................................... 12

Utility or Egg Bin ........................................................................ 12

FREEZER FEATURES ................................................................. 12

Freezer Shelf.............................................................................. 12

Adjustable Half-width Freezer Shelf.......................................... 12

Pull-out Freezer Floor ................................................................ 13

DOOR FEATURES ....................................................................... 13

Door Rails .................................................................................. 13

Can Racks and Door Bins ......................................................... 13

Adjustable Utility Compartment & Tray..................................... 13

Flip-up Door Shelf ..................................................................... 13

REFRIGERATOR CARE............................................................... 14

Cleaning Your Refrigerator ........................................................ 14

Changing the Light Bulbs .......................................................... 14

Power Interruptions ................................................................... 14

Vacation and Moving Care ........................................................ 15

TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................. 15

WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL ................................................... 17

Accessories ............................................................................... 17

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

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

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___________________________________________________

located on the inside wall of the

Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference.

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.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You 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

WARNING:

precautions:

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happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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.

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Use nonflammable cleaner.

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

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Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

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Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker kit ready models only).

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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

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.

: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems

Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

Take off the doors.

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Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily

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climb inside.

INSTALLATION

Location Requirements

INSTRUCTIONS

Unpacking Your 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.

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.

■ On some models, shelves, bins, door shelf rails, and other

feature parts may be packaged in the Interior FeaturePak. Follow the instructions contained in the package for proper assembly.

■ Depending on your model, to remove the protective

(transparent) film that is on the nameplate, which is located on the freezer handle, use your fingernail and peel off the film, starting from one side and peeling to the other.

IMPORTANT:

is located behind the control panel on the ceiling of the refrigerator (on some models). The insert is part of the refrigerator and not part of the packing material. If the insert is removed, ice may migrate down from the freezer and cause icicles to form.

Do not remove the white foam air return insert that

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 in. (1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2 in. (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.

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).

2" (1.25 cm)

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 package materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in the “Caring for Your Refrigerator” 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.

2" (5.08 cm)

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:

Cold water supply

Connect the ice maker to a cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 120 psi. If you have questions about your water pressure, call your utility company.

Connecting to water line:

Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

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

Locate a ½ in. to 1¹⁄₄ in. (12.7 mm to 3.18 cm) vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator.

NOTE:

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.

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 in. (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

Using a grounded drill, drill a ¹⁄₄ in. hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.

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.

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.

ConnectingtoaWaterSource

Read all directions carefully before you begin. IMPORTANT:

If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is

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connected, turn the ice maker OFF. All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

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Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing

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only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.

Tools required:

wrenches or two adjustable wrenches, ¹⁄₄ in. nut driver and drill bit, hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded).

NOTE:

Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a ¹⁄₄ in. (6.35 mm) 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 ³⁄₁₆ in. (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

Standard screwdriver, ⁷⁄₁₆ in. and ¹⁄₂ in. open-end

1. Cold Water Pipe

2. Pipe Clamp

3. Copper Tubing

4. Compression Nut

Fasten the shut-off valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄ in. 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.

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.

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 shut-off valve on the water pipe. Coil the 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.

2. Turn shut-off valve ON. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

1. Tube Clamp

2. Copper Tubing

5. Compression Sleeve

6. Shut-Off Valve

7. Packing Nut

3. Compression Nut

4. Value Inlet

3. 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 in. (6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.

4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Refrigerator Doors: Removing,

Reversing (optional) and Replacing

TOOLS NEEDED: ⁵⁄₁₆ in. hex-head socket wrench, No. 2 Phillips

screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, ⁵⁄₁₆ in. open-end wrench, flat 2 in. putty knife.

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.

■ If you only want to remove and replace the doors, see the

“Door and hinge removal” and “Door and hinge replacement” sections.

Door and hinge removal

⁵⁄₁₆

” Hex Head Hinge Screw

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Open refrigerator door and remove base grille from the

bottom front of the refrigerator (see Base Grille graphic).

3. Close the refrigerator door and keep both doors closed until

you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet. NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the

hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the doors in place while you are working.

4. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge

graphic. Lift the freezer door free from the cabinet.

5. Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center

Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.

6. Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the

Bottom Hinge graphic.

IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your doors so that they open in the opposite direction, follow these steps. If you are not reversing the doors, see “Door and Hinge Replacement”.

Cabinet

1. Remove ⁵⁄₁₆ in. hex head hinge screws from handle side and

move them to opposite side (see Graphic 1-1).

2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top and move

them to opposite side hinge holes as shown (see Graphic 1-2).

Freezer door

1. Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts

together (see Graphic 2).

2. Remove door hinge hole plug. Move to opposite side as

shown (see Graphic 3).

3. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side

of freezer door as shown (see Graphic 4).

4. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of freezer door as

shown (see Graphic 5).

5. Position freezer handle on opposite side of freezer door.

Assemble handles on door as shown (see Graphic 2).

6. Tighten all screws. Set aside door until hinges and refrigerator

compartment door are in place.

Refrigerator door

1. Remove refrigerator handle bottom trim. For Style 1, remove

screw from bottom of door and slide trim down as shown (see Graphic 6-1). For Style 2, slide trim down as shown (see Graphic 6-2).

2. Remove refrigerator handle assembly as shown. Keep all

parts together (see Graphic 6-3).

3. Remove door hinge hole plug from refrigerator door. Move to

opposite side hinge hole as shown (see Graphic 3).

4. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side

of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 4).

5. Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side

of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 7).

6. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door

as shown (see Graphic 5).

7. Position refrigerator handle on opposite side of the

refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 6-3). Drive top two screws in handle first. Align lower portion of handle and drive bottom screw.

8. Align refrigerator handle bottom trim. For Style 1, slide trim

into place and attach bottom screw (see Graphic 6-1). For

Style 2, slide trim into place (see Graphic 6-2).

9. Tighten all screws. Set aside refrigerator door until bottom

hinge is installed on product.

Door reversal (optional)

(Graphics follow these instructions.)

Door Stop Screw Door Hinge Hole Plug

Door Handle Sealing Screw Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug

Flat-Head Handle Screw Round-Head Handle Screw

Door Handle Seal Screw Front Shoulder Handle Screw

Door and hinge replacement

NOTE: Graphic may be reversed if door swing is reversed.

1. Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown. Tighten

screws. Replace the refrigerator door. NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the

hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the doors in place while you are working.

2. Assemble the parts for the center hinge as shown and tighten

all screws (see Center Hinge graphic). Replace the freezer door.

3. Assemble the parts the top hinge as shown (see Top Hinge

graphic). Do not tighten screws completely.

4. Line up the doors so that the bottom of the freezer door

aligns evenly with the top of the refrigerator door. Tighten all screws.

Final Steps

Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are

in place. Reinstall top hinge cover (see Top Hinge graphic).

Replace the base grille (see Base Grille graphic).

Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Reset the controls (see “Setting the Controls” section).

Return all removable door parts to doors and food to

refrigerator.

Door Removal &

Replacement

Base Grille

Top Hinge

1. Top Hinge Cover

2. " Hex-Head Hinge Screws

3. Top Hinge

Center Hinge

Door Swing Reversal (optional)

1. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

1. Door Hinge Hole Plug

1. " Hex-Head Hinge Screws

1. Flat-Head Handle Screws

2. Freezer Door Handle

1-2

1-1

1. Center Hinge

2. " Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Bottom Hinge

1. Bottom Hinge

2. " Hex-Head Hinge Screws

1. Door Handle Sealing Screws

1. Door Handle Seal Screw Front

6-2

1. Flat-Head Handle Screw

2. Round-Head Handle Screw

6-3

Side View

Front View

1. Door Stop Screw

2. Door Stop

6-1

1. Shoulder Handle Screw

Door Closing and Alignment

Door Closing

Your refrigerator has two 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:

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

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.

■ 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

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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

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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.

REFRIGERATOR USE

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.

Replace the base grille.

Door Alignment

If the space between your doors looks uneven, you can adjust it using the instructions below:

Pry off the top hinge cover.

Loosen the top hinge screws using a ⁵⁄₁₆ in. socket or wrench.

Have someone hold the door in place or put a spacer between the doors while you tighten the top hinge screws.

Replace the top hinge cover.

Understanding Sounds You May Hear

Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces, like the floor, walls, and cabinets, can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are. The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them.

If your product is equipped with an ice maker, you will hear a

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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

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begins and ends. Also, the Thermostat Control (or Refrigerator Control depending on the model) will click when cycling on and off.

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation

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

Do not block any of these vents

vents are blocked, airflow will be prevented and temperature and moisture problems may occur.

IMPORTANT:

odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To prevent odor transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.

Because air circulates between both sections, any

with food packages. If the

Setting the Control(s)

WARMER

COLDER

RECOMMENDED SETTING

REFRIGERATOR

WARMER

COLDER

RECOMMENDED SETTING

FREEZER

For your convenience, your refrigerator control(s) are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the control(s) are still preset to the mid-settings as shown.

NOTE:

the word OFF or until the word OFF appears. Your product will not cool when the refrigerator control is set to OFF.

To turn your refrigerator off, turn the refrigerator control to

Mid-setting “3”

If you need to adjust temperatures, use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. On models with two controls, adjust the refrigerator temperature first.

adjustments and then re-check the temperatures.

Wait at least 24 hours between

CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR section too warm

Door opened often, large

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amount of food added or room

Adjust REFRIGERATOR or TEMPERATURE Control one setting higher

temperature very warm

Mid-setting “3”

WARMER

1 2

REFRIGERATOR

RECOMMENDED SETTING

4 5

COLDER

WARMER

FREEZER

RECOMMENDED SETTING

COLDER

1 2

4 5

Mid-setting “4”

REFRIGERATOR

FREEZER

IMPORTANT:

■ 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.

If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely,

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your food may spoil.

Adjusting the Refrigerator and Freezer Controls to a higher (colder) than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster.

FREEZER section too warm/ice not made fast enough

Door opened often, or large

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Adjust FREEZER or TEMPERATURE Control one setting higher

amount of food added or very cold room temperature (can’t cycle often enough)

Heavy ice usage

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REFRIGERATOR section too cold

■ Controls not set correctly for

your conditions

FREEZER section too cold

■ Controls not set correctly for

your conditions

Adjust REFRIGERATOR or TEMPERATURE Control one setting lower

Adjust FREEZER or TEMPERATURE Control one setting lower

Ice Maker

(on some models - Accessory)

To turn the ice maker on/off: NOTE:

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Do not force the wire shut-off arm up or down.

To turn the ice maker on, simply lower the wire shut-off arm.

NOTE:

Your ice maker has an automatic shut-off. As ice is made, the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin and the ice cubes will raise the wire shut-off arm to the OFF (arm up) position.

To manually turn the ice maker off, lift the wire shut-off arm to the OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click to make sure the ice maker will not continue to operate.

Adjusting Control Settings

The mid-settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.

If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked.

MAX

NORMAL

To increase ice production rate:

Normal Ice Production: In normal ice production mode, the

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ice maker should produce approximately 8 to 12 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 and, if necessary, gradually turn the Freezer Control to the highest setting, waiting 24 hours between each increase.

Maximum Ice Production (on some models): In maximum

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ice production, the ice maker should produce approximately 16 to 20 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.

2. Replace the shelf by guiding it back into the slots on the

frame and pushing the shelf in past the stop.

Shelves and Shelf Frames

To remove and replace a shelf/frame:

1. Remove the shelf/frame by tilting it up at the front and lifting it

out of the shelf supports.

2. Replace the shelf/frame by guiding the rear shelf hooks into

the shelf supports. Tilt the front of the shelf up until rear shelf hooks drop into the shelf supports. Check to make sure that the shelf is securely in position.

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 cover or in the "Assistance or Service" section.

Important information to know about glass shelves and 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.

Slide-out Shelves (on some models)

To remove and replace a shelf in a metal frame:

1. Pull the shelf forward to the stop. Tilt the front of the shelf up

and lift it slightly as you pull the shelf from the frame.

Lateral Adjustable Shelf

(on some models)

To slide the shelf from side to side, lift up on the front of shelf and slide to the desired location. Lower shelf to the level position.

NOTE: You do not have to remove small items from the shelf before moving it from side to side. You may need to remove larger items.

To remove the shelf: NOTE: The shelf is heavy and must be removed using both

hands.

1. Hold the back of the shelf with one hand.

2. Lift the front of the shelf with the other hand to a 45° angle

and lower it slightly to release it from the upper channel of the track. Pull the shelf straight out.

To remove and replace the shelf track:

1. Remove the shelf track by lifting both sides of the track

slightly and pulling the track straight out.

2. Replace the track by guiding the track hooks into the shelf

support slots on the back wall. NOTE: Make sure that both sets of track hooks are in the

slots and that the slots are parallel with each other.

3. Push the track back and down securely into the shelf

supports.

To replace the shelf: NOTE: Make sure that both of the rear shelf slides are securely in

the track before letting go of the shelf. The lateral shelf may be difficult to install if the track is placed too close to the refrigerator ceiling. Reposition the track on a lower rung until the shelf can be tilted enough to easily slide into the track.

1. Hold the shelf at the front and tip the front at a 45° angle to

the track.

2. Insert both of the rear shelf slides into the upper channel of

the track, and lower the front of the shelf into place.

Crispers and Meat Drawers

(on some models)

Drawers

Meat Drawer Cover

To remove and replace the meat drawer cover (Style 1 glass):

1. Remove the meat drawer. Tilt up the front of the cover and lift

at the back. Pull the cover straight out.

2. Replace the cover by guiding the rear hooks into the shelf

supports. Tilt the cover up at the front until the rear hooks drop into the slots. Lower the front of the cover to a level position and replace the meat drawer.

To remove and replace the meat drawer cover (Style 2 plastic):

1. Remove the meat drawer. Tilt the cover up at the front and

pull it forward and out.

2. Replace the meat drawer cover by fitting the notches and rear

edge of the cover over rear and center crossbars on the shelf. Lower cover into place and replace the meat drawer.

To remove and replace a drawer:

1. Slide drawer straight out to the stop. Lift the front of the

drawer and slide it out the rest of the way.

2. Replace a drawer by sliding it back in fully past the stop.

Crisper Cover

To remove the crisper(s) cover:

1. Remove crisper(s). Hold the glass insert firmly with one hand

and press up in the center of the glass insert until it rises above the plastic frame. Carefully slide the glass insert forward to remove.

2. Lift the cover frame and remove it.

To replace crisper cover: NOTE: Before reinstalling the cover, make sure the

U-shaped reinforcement bar is reinstalled in the front edge of the crisper cover.

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

refrigerator and lower the front of the cover frame into place.

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

place.

Crisper Humidity Control

(on some models)

You can adjust the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper using the settings between HIGH and LOW.

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

of fruits and vegetables with skins. Fruit: Wash, let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bag in crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use. Sort and keep berries in original container in crisper. Vegetables with skins: Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper.

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

■

of fresh, leafy vegetables. Leafy vegetables: Wash in cold water, drain and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas. Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper.

Humidity control location:

Humidity Control on crisper drawer (Style 1 - on left/Style 2 -

■

on right)

Chilled Meat Drawer

(on some models)

Slide the meat drawer temperature control forward to make the meat drawer less cold or backward to make the drawer more cold.

COLDER

FREEZER FEATURES

COLD

Meat storage guide

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.

Fresh fish or shellfish..................use same day as purchased

Chicken, ground beef, variety meats (liver)...............1-2 days

Cold cuts, steaks/roasts............................................3-5 days

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

Leftovers - Cover leftovers with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or plastic containers with tight lids.

Wine or Can/Bottle Rack

(on some models - Accessory)

To remove and replace the wine rack (left) or can/bottle rack (right):

Remove the rack by pulling it straight out from the shelf.

Replace the rack by sliding it in between the shelf and the wall of the refrigerator.

Freezer Shelf

(on some models)

To remove and replace the shelf:

Remove the shelf by lifting the entire shelf slightly and move it all the way to one side. Tilt the other side up and out of the shelf supports.

Replace the shelf by inserting one end all the way into the center of the shelf supports. Then, lower the other end of the shelf and insert it into the shelf supports.

NOTE:

The shelf should lower slightly and lock into place. If the

shelf does not appear stable, make sure both ends of the shelf are inserted into the shelf supports.

Frozen food storage guide

Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of food, the type of packaging or wrap used (should be airtight and moisture-proof), and the storage temperature. Seal the package or container securely to prevent taste and odor transfer throughout the product. Ice crystals inside a sealed package are normal.

Put no more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 lbs. of food per cubic foot [9071,350 g per L] of freezer space). Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around packages. The freezer door must close tightly. For more information on preparing food for freezing, check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook.

Utility or Egg Bin

(on some models - Accessory)

Depending on your model, you may have a one, two or three piece bin. Eggs may be stored in the egg tray or loose in the bin.

NOTE: Store eggs in a covered container for long term storage. If your model does not have an egg storage bin, store eggs in their original carton on an interior shelf.

Adjustable Half-width

Freezer Shelf

(on some models)

To remove and replace the shelf:

Remove the shelf by lifting the shelf up and pulling straight out.

Replace the shelf over the supports and lower it into place.

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