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

TABLEOF CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

Unpack the Refrigerator ............................................................... 4

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

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

Water Supply Requirements ........................................................ 5

Connect the Water Supply ........................................................... 5

Refrigerator Doors ........................................................................ 7

Adjust the Doors ........................................................................ 11

Prepare the Water System ........................................................ 11

REFRIGERATOR USE ................................................................. 11

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

Using the Controls ..................................................................... 12

Water Dispenser ........................................................................ 12

Water Filter Status Light ............................................................ 13

Water Filtration System ............................................................. 13

Ice Maker ................................................................................... 14

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ..................................................... 14

Refrigerator Shelves .................................................................. 14

Crispers and Meat Drawers ...................................................... 15

Crisper Humidity Control ........................................................... 15

Chilled Meat Drawer .................................................................. 15

Wine or Can/Bottle Rack ........................................................... 16

Utility or Egg Bin ........................................................................ 16

FREEZER FEATURES .................................................................. 16

Freezer Shelf .............................................................................. 16

Pull-out Freezer Floor ................................................................ 16

DOOR FEATURES ....................................................................... 16

Tilt-Out Freezer Basket .............................................................. 16

Door Rails .................................................................................. t7

Can Racks and Door Bins ......................................................... t 7

Adjustable Utility Compartment & Tray..................................... t 8

Flip-up Door Shelf ...................................................................... 18

REFRIGERATOR CARE ............................................................... 18

Cleaning ..................................................................................... 18

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

Power Interruptions ................................................................... 19

Vacation and Moving Care ........................................................ 19

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 20

Refrigerator Operation ............................................................... 20

Temperature and Moisture ........................................................ 20

Ice and Water ............................................................................. 21

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS .................................................... 22

ACCESSORI ES............................................................................. 22

WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS ............................................ 22

PRODUCT DATA SHEETS .......................................................... 23

SERVICE NUMBERS ............................................... BACK COVER

KENMORE APPLIANCE WARRANTY

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails due

to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the

date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®to arrange for free repair.

If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes,

this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

THIS WARRANTY COVERS ONLY DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP. SEARS WILL NOT PAY FOR:

1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.

2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance.

3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.

4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product.

5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.

6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.

7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES

Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period

allowed by law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States and Canada.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Sears Canada Inc.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

PRODUCT RECORD

In the space below, record your complete model number, serial number, and purchase date. You can find this information on the model and serial number label located on the product.

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

Model number _ _ _

Serial number

Purchase date

Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference.

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

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

messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING."

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

follow instructions.

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

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using the refrigerator, follow basic precautions,

including the following:

• Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

• Do not remove ground prong.

• Do not use an adapter. [] Do not use an extension cord.

• Disconnect power before servicing.

• Replace all parts and panels before operating.

• Remove doors from your old refrigerator.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

• Use nonflammable cleaner.

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

• Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

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

Proper Disposal of Your Old 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.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

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

Remove the Packaging

Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap

over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These

products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see "Refrigerator Safety."

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.

There are four bolts that secure the refrigerator to the shipping case. Keep these bolts because they are the

refrigerator's leveling legs.

• Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. IMPORTANT: Do not remove the white foam air return insert that

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. Ifthe insert is removed, ice

may migrate down from the freezer and cause icicles to form.

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.

Clean Before Using

After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in "Refrigerator Care."

important information to know about glass shelves

and covers:

Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. 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.

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 a 1/2" (1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2" (5.08 cm) minimum clearance on each side (some models require more) 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: It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or other heat source. Do not install the refrigerator in a location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).

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ElectricalShockHazard

Plugintoa grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical

connection.

Recommended Grounding Method

A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an

extension cord. NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or

removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to the desired setting. See "Using the

Controls."

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed

here.

TOOLS NEEDED:

Flat-blade screwdriver 7A61'(11.11 mm) and _/21'(12.7 mm)

open-end or two adjustable wrenches

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a 1/411 (6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or 3/_6" (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

IMPORTANT:

• All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

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

• 1/41'(6.35 mm) nut

driver

• 1/411(6.35 mm) drill bit

• Cordless drill

Water Preseure

A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out of a

reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa).

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

If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):

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

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

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

If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Read all directions before you begin. IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line

is connected, turn the ice maker OFR

Connect 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. Locate a V2" to 11/4'' (1.25 cm to 3.18 cm) vertical cold water pipe near the refrigerator.

IMPORTANT:

• Make sure it is a cold water pipe.

• Horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the

pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill and normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

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//4" (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

Using a cordless drill, drill a 1/4"(6.35 mm) hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.

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A. Cold water pipe B. Pipe clamp C. Copper tubing D. Compression nut

E. Compression sleeve F. Shutoff valve

G. Packing nut

6. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1/4"(6.35 mm)

drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp

screws slowly and evenly so the washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.

7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut onto the copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the

outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.

8. Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink, and turn ON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is

clear. Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the copper tubing.

Connect to Refrigerator

Style I - Connection to Water Valve

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten.

3. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure the tubing to the refrigerator as shown. This will help avoid damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back against the wall.

4. Turn shutoff valve ON.

5. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

Style 2 - Connection to Water Line

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove and discard the black nylon plug from the gray water tube on the rear of the refrigerator.

3. If the gray water tube supplied with the refrigerator is not long enough, a 1/4"x 1/4"(6.35 mm x 6.35 mm) coupling is needed in order to connect the water tubing to an existing household water line. Thread the provided nut onto the coupling on the end of the copper tubing.

NOTE: Tighten the nut by hand. Then tighten it with a wrench two more turns. Do not overtighten.

A B C D E F G

A. Refrigerator water tubing E.Ferrule (purchased) B. Nut (provided) F.Nut (purchased)

C. Bulb G.Household water line

D.Coupling (provided)

Turn shutoff valve ON.

Check for leaks. Tighten any nuts or connections (including connections at the valve) that leak.

Style 3 - Connection to Shut-off Valve

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove and discard the black nylon plug from the gray water tube on the rear of the refrigerator.

3. Thread the provided nut onto the water valve as shown. NOTE: Tighten the nut by hand. Then tighten it with a wrench

two more turns. Do not overtighten.

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A. Tube clamp

B. Copper tubing

The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If

C. Compression nut D. Valve inlet

your water conditions require a second water strainer, install it in the 1/4"(6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection.

Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.

A. Bulb

B.Nut (provided)

Turn shutoff valve ON.

Check for leaks. Tighten any nuts or connections (including connections at the valve) that leak.

Complete the Installation

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.

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.

Reverse Doors (optional)

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 "Replace Doors and Hinges."

Standard Doors

1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

2. Flush the water system. See "Prepare the Water System."

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

TOOLS NEEDED: ¾6" hex-head socket wrench, #2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-blade screwdriver, %6" open-end wrench, flat 2" putty knife.

IMPORTANT:

• 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 "Remove Doors and Hinges" and "Replace Doors and Hinges."

• Depending on your model, you have either standard doors or contour doors. If you are going to reverse the door swing, follow the instructions for the appropriate door style.

• All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after "Final Steps."

Remove Doors and Hinges

5/16"Hex-head hingescrew

Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

Open refrigerator door and remove base grille from the bottom front of the refrigerator. See Base Grille graphic.

Door Stop Screw

Door Handle Sealing Screw

Flat-Head Handle Screw

Door Handle Seal Screw Front

Door Hinge Hole Plug

Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug

Round-HeadHandle Screw

Shoulder Handle Screw

Cabinet

1. Remove 5_6" 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 in 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 in Graphic 3.

3. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side of freezer door as shown in Graphic 4.

4. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of freezer door as shown in Graphic 5.

5. Position freezer handle on opposite side of freezer door. Assemble handles on door as shown in 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 in Graphic 6-1. For Style 2, slide trim down as shown in

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 in Graphic 3.

4. Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown in Graphic 4.

5. Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown in Graphic 7.

6. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown in Graphic 5.

7. Position refrigerator handle on opposite side of the refrigerator door as shown in 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.

Contour Doors

Replace Doors and Hinges

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

1. Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown. Tighten screws. See Bottom Hinge graphic. 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 for the top hinge as shown in 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.

NOTE: On the left-hand side of the base grille there is a removable tab which is a bottom hinge hole plug. Break off

the tab from the base grille and insert the bottom hinge hole plug into the bottom hinge holes. See Base Grille graphic.

2. Replace the base grille. See Base Grille graphic.

Round-Head DoorHandle

HandleScrew Screw Hole Plug

Cabinet

1. Remove %6" hex-head hinge screws from handle side and move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-1.

2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown in Graphic 1-2.

Doors

1. Remove door hinge hole plug from top of freezer door. Move to opposite side as shown in Graphic 2.

2. Remove door stop from both the freezer and refrigerator doors and move to the other side. See Graphic 3.

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.

3. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

4. Return all removable door parts to doors and food to

refrigerator.

Standard Doors

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A. Bottom Hinge Hole Plug

Top Hinge

A. Top Hinge Cover

B. _" Hex-Head Hinge Screws C. Top Hinge

A. Flat-Head Handle Screws B. Freezer Door Handle

Front View Side View

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A. Door Stop Screw A B B. Door Stop

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A. ¾_" Hex-Head Hinge Screws

A. Door Handle

Seal Screw Front

A. Flat-Head

Handle Screw

B. Round-Head

Handle Screw

Contour Doors

Base Grille

A. Bottom Hinge Hole Plug

TOl Hinge

A, Top Hinge Cover

B, 5/_,, Hex.Head Hinge Screws C. Top Hinge

Center Hinge

A. Center Hinge

B. 5/_,, Hex-Head Hinge Screws

Bottom Hinge

A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs

A. Door Hinge Hole Plug

_emoval of Door Stops

A. Door Stop

B Door Stop Screw

Reinstallatlon of Door Stops

A. DoorStop B. Door Stop Screw

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.

1. Remove the base grille. See the Base Grille graphic in "Refrigerator Doors." The two leveling screws are part of the 2.

front roller assemblies which are at the base of the refrigerator on either side.

2. 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 3. refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws and rollers. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.

NOTE: Ifyour model has a base grille filter system, make sure the base grille filter is properly installed and the cap is in the horizontal position.

Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before

or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain

filterable cysts.

Use a sturdy container to depress the water dispenser until the water begins to flow. Flush the water system by dispensing and discarding 2 to 3 gal. (8 to 12 L) of water. Cleaning the system will take approximately 5 minutes and will help clear air from the line. Additional flushing may be required in some households.

NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.

Turn on the ice maker by opening the freezer door and lowering the wire shutoff arm as shown. Please refer to the "Ice Maker" section for further instructions on the operation of your ice maker.

• Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice.

• Discard the first three batches of ice produced.

• Depending on your model, you may want to select the maximum ice feature to increase the production of ice.

3. 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.

4. Replace the base grille.

Align Doors

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

1. Pry off the top hinge cover.

2. Loosen the top hinge screws using a 5/16"socket or wrench.

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

4. Replace the top hinge cover.

Please read before using the water system. Immediately after installation, follow the steps below to make

sure that the water system is properly cleaned.

1. Turn off the ice maker by opening the freezer door and lifting up the wire shutoff arm as shown.

REFRIGERATOR USE

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 with food packages. If the vents are blocked, airflow will be obstructed and temperature and

moisture problems may occur. IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any

odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To avoid odor

transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.

CONDITION/REASON: ADJUSTMENT:

For your convenience, your refrigerator controls are preset at the

factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the

controls are still preset to the mid-settings as shown. NOTE: To turn your refrigerator off, turn the refrigerator control to

the word OFF or until the word OFF appears. Your product will

not cool when the refrigerator control is set to OFE

Mid-setting "3"

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Mid-setting "3"

Mid-setting "4"

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

REFRIGERATOR section too warm Adjust REFRIGERATOR

- Door opened often, large amount or TEMPERATURE of food added or room Control one setting

temperature very warm higher FREEZER section too warm/ice

not made fast enough

- Door opened often, or large

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 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

If you did not flush the water system when the refrigerator was first installed, dispense water into a container until you draw and discard 2 to 3 gal. (8 to 12 L) or for approximately 5 minutes after the water begins dispensing. The water you draw and discard rinses the pipes. Allow several hours for the refrigerator to cool

down and chill water.

Dispensing Water

There are two water dispenser buttons, as shown, for use with different sizes of containers.

1. Press a glass against the back button or hold a container under the dispenser while pressing the front button.

2. Remove the glass or release the front button to stop dispensing.

NOTE: Dispense enough water every week to maintain a fresh supply.

Adjusting Controls

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.

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. Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments and then recheck the temperatures.

The water filter status light, located at the top of the refrigerator compartment, will help you know when to change your water filter. When the water filter status light changes from green to yellow, this tells you that it is almost time to change the water filter (90% of the filter life has been used). It is recommended that you replace the water filter when the water filter status light changes to red OR water flow to your water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably. To change the water filter, see "Water Filtration System."

After changing the water filter, reset the water filter status light by pressing the light switch 5 times within 10 seconds. The status light will change from red to green when the system is reset.

A. Status light

B. Light switch

Take the new filter out of its packaging and remove the protective cover from the O-rings. Discard the protective

cover.

Slide the cap (removed in Step 2) onto the new filter. See illustration in Step 2.

With the cap in the vertical position, push the new filter into the base grille until it stops. Rotate the cap clockwise to a horizontal position. Flush the water system. See "Flushing the Water System After Replacing Filter."

Non-Indicator Water Filter (on some models)

If your refrigerator does not have the water filter status light, you should change the water filter every 6 to 9 months depending upon your usage. If the water flow to the water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably before 6 months have passed, replace the water filter more often.

Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before

or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.

Changing the Water Filter

Locate the filter cap in the front base grille. Rotate the cap counterclockwise to a vertical position and pull the cap and

filter out through the base grille. NOTE: There will be water in the filter. Some spilling may

Occur.

Remove the cap by sliding it off the end of the used filter. The cap will slide to the left or right.

IMPORTANT: Do not discard the cap. It is part of your refrigerator. Keep the cap to use with the replacement filter.

Flushing the Water System After Replacing Filter

Use a sturdy container to depress the water dispenser bar until the water begins to flow. Flush the water system by dispensing and discarding 2 to 3 gal. (8 to 12 L) of water. Flushing the system will take approximately 5 minutes and will help clear air from the

line. Additional flushing may be required in some households. NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of

the dispenser. _ _

Using the Di penser Without the Water Filte

You can run the dispenser without a water filter. Your water will not be filtered.

Remove the base grille water filter.

2. Slide the cap off the end of the filter. IMPORTANT: Do not discard the cap. It is part of your

refrigerator. Keep the cap to use with the replacement filter.

3. With the cap in the vertical position, insert the cap into the base grille until it stops.

4. Rotate the cap to a horizontal position.

Turning the Ice Maker On/Off

NOTE: Do not force the wire shutoff arm up or down.

• To turn the ice maker on, simply lower the wire shutoff arm. NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. As ice is

made, the ice cubes will fill the ice storage bin and the ice cubes will raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position,

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

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 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®.

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.

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.

Ice Production Rate

NORMAL Ice Production: The 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): 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.

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.

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.

Slide-Away Shelf

For storage flexibility, the slide-away shelf slides back and down to allow you to store tall items on the front half of the shelf below.

To Make the Shelf Half-Depth:

Raise up on the shelf and slide it toward the back of the refrigerator compartment until it stops.

Drawers

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.

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.

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The humidity control is located on the crisper drawer. 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.

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To Replace the Crisper(s) 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.

Meat Drawer Cover

To Remove and Replace the Meat Drawer Cover:

1. Remove the meat drawer. Tilt up the front of the cover and lift at the back. Pull the cover straight out.

The chilled meat drawer temperature control is located on the left-hand side of the meat drawer cover. Slide the meat drawer

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

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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.

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To Remove and Replace the Wine Rack (left) or Can/Bottle

Rack (right):

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

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

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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,

To Remove and Replace the Freezer Floor:

1. Lift both back "fences" up and out.

2. Remove the freezer floor by pulling it out about 1" (2.5 cm) with one hand around the air tower section (center back) and

one hand at center front.

3. Lift up floor at rear until hooks release from cabinet and pull the floor out the rest of the way.

4. Replace the freezer floor by sliding the floor straight in until the hooks drop into place at rear of cabinet.

5. Replace "fences" by aligning pins with socket in the floor, and pushing down until they snap into place.

Frozen Food Storage Guide

FREEZER FEATURES

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To Remove and Replace the Shelf:

1. Remove the shelf by lifting the entire shelf slightly and moving it all the way to the left-hand side. Tilt the right-hand side up

and out of the shelf supports.

2. Replace the shelf by inserting the left-hand end all the way into the shelf supports. Then, lower the right-hand 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.

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 Ibs of food per cubic foot [907 to 1,350 g per 28 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.

DOOR FEATURES

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The freezer basket tilts out for easy access to items stored in the freezer door. The freezer basket may be removed for easier cleaning,

To Remove the Tilt-Out Freezer Basket:

1. Tilt open the freezer basket,

2. Grasp the left-hand bracket. Firmly press the bracket toward the outside to pull the bracket away from the door tab,

NOTE: To keep the basket from falling, hold the basket while removing the bracket.

Snap the left-hand bracket onto the tab above the freezer door shelf.

IMPORTANT: Be sure that the bracket touches the shelf and push the bracket back until it snaps firmly into place,

The door rails may be removed for easier cleaning.

A. Bracket

Grasp the right-hand bracket. Firmly press the bracket toward the outside to pull the bracket away from the door

tab. NOTE: To keep the basket from falling, hold the basket while

removing the bracket.

4. Remove the basket.

To Replace the Tilt-Out Freezer Basket:

1. Snap the right-hand bracket onto the tab above the freezer door shelf

IMPORTANT: Be sure that the bracket touches the shelf and push the bracket back until it snaps firmly into place,

2. Insert the left-hand basket post into the left-hand bracket.

Snap-On Door Rails

To Remove and Replace the Rails:

1. Remove the rails by pushing in slightly on the front of the bracket while pulling out on the inside tab, Repeat these steps for the other end of the rail.

2. Replace the rails by aligning the ends of the brackets with the buttons on the sides of the door liner. Firmly snap bracket and rail assembly onto the tabs above the shelf as shown.

Drop-In Door Rails

To Remove and Replace the Rails:

1. Remove the rails by pulling straight up on each end of the rail.

2. Replace the rails by sliding the shelf rail into the slots on the door and pushing the rail straight down until it stops,

A. Basketpost

While holding the left-hand bracket in place, insert the right- hand basket post into the right-hand bracket on the freezer

door.

NOTE: Can racks may be purchased as an Accessory for some models,

To Remove and Replace the Racks/Bins:

1. Remove the racWbin by lifting it and pulling it straight out.

2. Replace the racWbin by sliding it in above the desired support and pushing it down until it stops.

The utility compartment and tray slide from one side to the other for more flexible storage. The tray fits on either side of the utility

compartment or partially underneath it. Try moving it to different positions to find the option that works best for you.

To Install and Adjust the Utility Compartment and Tray:

1. Insert the front of the utility tray into the slot on the back of the shelf rail. Lower the back of the tray into position.

2. Place the front of the utility compartment on top of the shelf rail. Lower the back of the compartment onto the ribs on the refrigerator door.

REFRIGERATOR CARE

Adjust the utility compartment by lifting the front slightly and sliding it to the desired position. Lower the front to lock it into place.

The shelf bottom flips up so you can store taller items in the door shelf below. When in the down position, the shelf is strong enough to hold up to 10 Ibs (4.5 kg).

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner.

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

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both compartments about once a month to avoid build-up of odors. Wipe up spills immediately.

To Clean Your Refrigerator:

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove all removable parts from inside, such as shelves, crispers, etc.

3. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.

• Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window

sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools. These can scratch or damage materials.

• To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with a

mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt

[26 g to 0.95 L] of water).

Determine whether your refrigerator exterior is painted metal, Ultra Satin TM (stainless look) finish, brushed aluminum or stainless steel, and choose the appropriate cleaning method.

NOTE: Ultra Satin TM (stainless look) finish has a smooth, uniform color with a glossy finish that resists fingerprints. Stainless steel has a distinct grainy texture with variation in

color that is natural to steel. Painted metal: Wash exteriors with a clean sponge or soft

cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners, or cleaners designed for stainless steel. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. For additional protection against damage to painted metal exteriors, apply appliance wax (or auto paste wax) with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wax plastic parts.

Brushed aluminum: Wash with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners, or cleaners designed for stainless steel. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

Ultra Satin TM (stainless look) finish: Wash with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners, or cleaners designed for stainless steel. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

Stainless steel finish: Wash with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

• To keep your stainless steel refrigerator looking like new and to remove minor scuffs or marks, it is suggested that you use the manufacturer's approved Stainless Steel

Cleaner & Polish. To order the cleaner, see "Accessories."

IMPORTANT: This cleaner is for stainless steel parts only!

Do not allow the Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish to come into contact with any plastic parts such as the trim

pieces, dispenser covers or door gaskets. If unintentional contact does occur, clean plastic part with a sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft

cloth.

There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal home operating environments. If the environment is particularly greasy or dusty, or there is significant pet traffic in the home, the condenser should be cleaned every 2 to 3 months to ensure maximum efficiency.

If you need to clean the condenser:

• Remove the base grille. See "Base Grille" graphic or "Base Grille" section.

• Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush to clean the grille, the open areas behind the grille and the front surface area

of the condenser.

• Replace the base grille when finished.

Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

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

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove the bulb from behind the control panel in the refrigerator or from behind the light shield in the freezer (on some models). Replace it with an appliance bulb of the same wattage.

3. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Vacations

If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator On While You're

Away:,

1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.

2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

• Raise wire shutoff arm to OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting.

• Shut off water supply to the ice maker.

3. Empty the ice bin.

If You Choose to Turn the Refrigerator Off Before You Leave:

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 wire shutoff arm to the OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting.

3. Depending on the model, turn the Temperature Control or Refrigerator Control to OFR See "Using the Controls."

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.

If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep the door or doors closed (depending on your model) to help food stay cold

and frozen. If the power will be out for more than 24 hours, do one of the

following:

• 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 2 to

4 days.

• 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 refrozen, although the quality and flavor may be affected. If the condition of the food is poor, dispose of it.

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 wire shutoff arm to the OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting.

2. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice.

3. Empty the ice bin.

4. Depending on the model, turn the Temperature Control or Refrigerator Control to OFR See "Using the Controls."

5. Unplug refrigerator.

6. Empty water from the defrost pan.

7. Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.

8. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them together so they don't shift and rattle during the move.

9. Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the leveling legs so they don't scrape the floor. See "Adjust the Doors."

10. Tape the doors closed and tape the power cord to the back of the refrigerator.

When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the "Installation Instructions" 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 inorder to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

The refrigerator will not operate

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.

• Sizzling/Gurgling - water dripping on the heater during

defrost cycle

• Popping - contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially

during initial cool-down

• Water running - may be heard when water melts during the

defrost cycle and runs into the drain pan

• Creaking/Cracking - occurs as ice is being ejected from the

ice maker mold.

The doors will not close completely

• Door blocked open? Move food packages away from door.

• Bin or shelf in the way? Push bin or shelf back in the correct

position,

The doors are difficult to open

• Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

• Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is working.

• Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues,

call an electrician,

• Are controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on. See "Using the Controls."

• New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool completely.

NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting will not cool either compartment more quickly.

The motor seems to run too much

Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its high-efficiency compressor and fans. The unit may run even longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors are

opened often, or if the doors have been left open, •

The refrigerator seems noisy

Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are listed some normal sounds with explanations.

• Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker

• Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance

• Hissing/Rattling - flow of refrigerant, movement of water lines, or from items placed on top of the refrigerator

Explosion Hazard

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

• Gaskets dirty or sticky? Clean gaskets and contact surfaces with mild soap and warm water. Rinse and dry with soft cloth,

Temperature is too warm

• New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool completely.

• Door(s) opened often or left open? Allows warm air to enter refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep doors fully

closed. Large load of food added? Allow several hours for

refrigerator to return to normal temperature, Controls set correctly for the surrounding conditions?

Adjust the controls a setting colder. Check temperature in 24 hours. See "Using the Controls."

There is interior moisture buildup

NOTE: Some moisture buildup is normal,

• Humid room? Contributes to moisture buildup.

• Door(s) opened often or left open? Allows humid air to enter refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep doors fully closed.

The ice maker is not producing ice or not enough ice The water dispenser will not operate properly

• Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve turned on? Connect refrigerator to water

supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open.

• Kink in the water source line? A kink in the line can reduce water flow, Straighten the water source line.

• Ice maker turned on? Make sure wire shutoff arm or switch (depending on model) is in the ON position,

• New installation? Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation for ice production to begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice

production.

• Freezer door closed completely? Firmly close the freezer compartment door. Ifthe freezer compartment door will not close all the way, see "The doors will not close completely,"

• Large amount of ice recently removed? Allow 24 hours for ice maker to produce more ice.

• Ice cube jammed in the ice maker ejector arm? Remove ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil.

Water filter installed on the refrigerator? Remove filter and operate ice maker. If ice volume improves, then the filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed. Replace filter or reinstall it correctly.

• Reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water supply? This can decrease water pressure. See "Water Supply Requirements."

The ice cubes are hollow or small

NOTE: This is an indication of low water pressure.

• Water shutoff valve not fully open? Turn the water shutoff valve fully open,

• Kink in the water source line? A kink in the line can reduce water flow, Straighten the water source line.

Water filter installed on the refrigerator? Remove filter and operate ice maker. If ice quality improves, then the filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed, Replace filter or reinstall it correctly,

• Reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water supply? This can decrease water pressure, See "Water Supply Requirements,"

• Questions remain regarding water pressure? Call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Off-taste, odor or gray color in the ice

• New plumbing connections? New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off-flavored ice,

• Ice stored too long? Discard ice. Wash ice bin. Allow 24 hours for ice maker to make new ice.

• Odor transfer from food? Use airtight, moisture proof packaging to store food,

• Are there minerals (such as sulfur) in the water? A water filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals.

Water filter installed on the refrigerator? Gray or dark discoloration in ice indicates that the water filtration system needs additional flushing. Flush the water system before using a new water filter. Replace water filter when indicated. See "Water Filtration System."

• Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve turned on? Connect refrigerator to water supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open.

• Kink in the water source line? Straighten the water source line.

• New installation? Flush and fill the water system, See "Water Dispenser."

• Is the water pressure at least 35 psi (241 kPa)? The water pressure to the home determines the flow from the dispenser. See "Water Supply Requirements,"

Water filter installed on the refrigerator? Remove filter and operate dispenser. If water flow increases, the filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed, Replace filter or reinstall it correctly,

Refrigerator door closed completely? Close the door firmly. If it does not close completely, see "The doors will not close completely."

Recently removed the doors? Make sure the water dispenser wire/tube assembly has been properly reconnected at the bottom of the refrigerator door. See "Refrigerator

Doors."

Reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water supply? This can decrease water pressure.

See "Water Supply Requirements,"

Water is leaking from the dispenser system

NOTE: One or two drops of water after dispensing is normal.

• Glass not being held under the dispenser long enough? Hold the glass under the dispenser 2 to 3 seconds after releasing the dispenser lever.

New installation? Flush the water system, See "Water Dispenser."

Recently changed water filter? Flush the water system. See "Water Dispenser."

Water on the floor near the base grille? Make sure the water dispenser tube connections are fully tightened, See "Refrigerator Doors,"

Water from the dispenser is warm

NOTE: Water from the dispenser is only chilled to 50°F (10°C).

New installation? Allow 24 hours after installation for the water supply to cool completely.

Recently dispensed large amount of water? Allow 24 hours for water supply to cool completely.

Water not been recently dispensed? The first glass of water may not be cool. Discard the first glass of water.

Refrigerator connected to a cold water pipe? Make sure the refrigerator is connected to a cold water pipe, See "Water Supply Requirements,"

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

ACCESSORIES

Master Protection Agreements

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Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information in the U.S.A. call 1-800-827-6655.

*Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details

call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.

Replacement Parts:

To order stainless steel cleaner or replacement filters, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®and ask for the appropriate part number listed below or contact your authorized Kenmore dealer.

Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish: Order Part #D22 M40083 R

Replacement Filter: Order Part #9915 (LC200V / NLC120V)

WATER FILTER

CERTIFICATIONS

Stmc of Califumia

Department of Health Services

WaterTreatment Device

CertificateNumber

04- 1613

Dale [ssued: I tzbluary 2, 2004

Date Revised: July 27, 2004

Trademark/Mod,_l Designation Repla_,emeat Elements Rated C_

WF-NLC 120V NLC t2_V 2O _ls

W|-LC2_/V LC200V 200 gal

Manufactarer: S_ar_ _o_buck &Co.

The water treatment dev_ce[_) listed Im this certificate have met the testing reqtlirem_It_s pursuant to Soetion

116830 of the tteal_h a_td S_fet_ Code for the followin_ health related contam_ants,,

\tierolliolo_i_al Contaminants and Tarbidit_ [nor _a nl_/R_dielo_zieal Co_aminan_s

Cw[_

Organic CoJnt _ili_tlt s

Ben/_ne

h_ldrm

Rated Service FIo,A: 0 5 gpll_

Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknowR quali_', except that s!,'stems certified _r cyst reduction may be used on disinter ed waters that may co_tain _ilterable cysts.

Sears Installation Service

For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the

U.S.A. or Canada call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®.

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