Kenmore 25379132990, 25369832990 Owner’s Manual

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers .............. Cover

Important Safety Instructions ....................................... 2

First Steps ....................................................................... 3

Energy Saving Ideas .............................................. ;....... 4

Setting the Controls ...................................................... 4

Temperatures ............................................................ 4

Energy Saver Switch ................................................ 4

Moisture .................................................................... 4

Fresh Food Storage ........................................................ 5

Care and Cleaning ..................................................... 6-7

Automatic Ice Maker (some models) ............................ 7

Reversible Door Instructions ................................... 8-,10

Avoid Service Checklist ......................................... 10-11

Normal Operating Sounds .......................................... 11

Sears Service ................................................................ !2

Refrigerator Warranty ................................................ 12

Sears Service in Canada .............................................. 13

Re rige 'ators

Warranty (Canada) ...................................................... 14

Read and Save These Instructions

This Owner's Guide contains genera1operating instructions for your refrigerator and features information for several models

Your refrigerator may not have all the described features Useyour refrigerator only as instructedin this guide These instructionsare not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that mayoccur Common senseand caution must be practiced when installing, operating, and maintaining any appliance

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers Record the model and serial number in the space provided below The serial plate is located on the top left wail of the

refrigerator compartment Model Number:

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

PRINTEDINUSA P/N 218905300 (9812)

Important Safety Instructions

Proper Disposal of

Your Refrigerator/Freezer

Risk of child entrapment Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators or freezers are

still dangerous-- even if they will sit for

"just a few days" Ifyou are getting rid of your old refrigerator or freezer, please follow the instructions below to help

prevent accidents,

BEFOREYOU THROW AWAY YOUR

OLD REFRIGERATORJFREEZER:

Read all instructions before using this refrigerator.

For "(our Safety

Do not store or usegasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or anyother appliance Readproduct labelsfor flammability and other warnings,

Child Safety

= Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately

after the refrigerator is unpacked. Children should never' use these items for play, Cartons coveredwith rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheetsor stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation

• Remove allstaplesfrom the carton, Staples can cause severe cuts and destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture

° An empty, discarded ice box, refrigerator or freezer is a very dangerous

attraction to chifdren Remove the door of any appliance that is not in use, even if it is being discarded

Remove

doors.

Leaveshelves in place so children may not easily

climb inside.

Avoid fire hazard or

electric shock. Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug Do not remove

any prong from the power cord

Groundinc

wall

Electrical Information

These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in the design of this refrigerator will operate properly.

° The refrigerator must be plugged into its own 1t5 Volt, 60 Hz, AC only

electrical outlet, The power' cord of the appliance is equipped with a three-

prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazards. It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle The receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances

Consult a qualified electrician DO NOT USEAN EXTENSIONCORD OR AN ADAPTERPLUG

o If voltage varies by 10 percent or more, performance of your refrigerator may

be affected Operating the refrigerator with insufficient power can damage the compressor. Such damage is not covered under your warranty If you suspect your voltage is high or low, consult your power company for testing,

. To prevent the refrigerator from being turned off accidentally, do not ptug the

unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord,

• Do not pinch, knot, or bend the power cord

Other Precautions

° Neverunplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power cord,Always grip the plug

firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle.

° To avoid electrical shock, unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before

replacing a light bulb. Note: Turning the refrigerator control to OFFturns off

the compressor, but does not disconnect power to the light bulb or other

electrical components

• Do not operate the refrigerator in the presence of explosive fumes, ° Ifyour refrigerator has anautomatic icemaker, avoidcontact with moving parts.

Power supply cord witti 3-prong grounding plug

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First Steps

3= AIR SPACE

Clearance

Proper air circulation and leveling will ensure efficient operation

Before starting the refrigerator, follow these important first steps:

Location

Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet, DO NOT use an

extension cord or an adapter plug

= If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight and away from the

range, dishwasher or other heat sources

• The refrigerator must be installe_don a floor that is level and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator

• Consider water supply availability for models equipped with an automatic ice maker

Installation

• Do not install the refrigerator where the temperature wilt drop below 60°F (t 5°C) or riseabove t 10% (43°C) The compressor will not be able to maintain proper temperatures

= Allow space around the unit for good air circulation, Leave a ! inch (25 ram)

space behind and a 3 inch (75 ram)space above the refrigerator for adequate circulation

• In a recessed installation, allow an extra t/2 inch (10-15 ram) on each side for ease of installation

o Forbest circulation, elevate the unit 1 inch (25 ram) from the floor, especially

if the floor iscarpeted

Screw_type Levelers (some models)

LOWER

CABINET

Exposed bolt (some models)

LOWER

CABINET

Sunken bolt (some models)

Door Opening

The doors should open to allow easy accessto a counter when removing food

- Do not position the refrigerator so you have to walk around the refrigerator

doors

• Reversethe doors if necessary See "Reversible Door Instructions,"

Leveling

All four corners of refrigerator must rest firmly on a solid floor, Some models are equipped witln adjustable screw-type levelers Others are equipped with rolters If your refrigerator did not come with rollers, they canbe purchased from your dealer

Refer to the Toe GrilleAssembly Instruction Sheetin the literature pack to remove the Toe Grille (some models),

• To adjust screw-type levelers (some models): Tipcabinet back slightly and

raiseadjusting bolts as needed,

° To adjust front rollers (some models): Use a screwdriver, 3/8" socket

wrench, or nutdriver to adjust rollers as shown,

RAISETHE FRONT of cabinet enough so doors will close freely when opened

halfway Levelcabinet sideto side Referto the Toe GrilleAssembly Instruction Sheet in the literature pack to replace the Toe Gritle (some models),

Cleaning

o Wash the inside, all removable parts and the outside with mild detergent and

warm water Wipe dry DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS ON THESE SURFACES°

• Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the appliance surface, when removing adhesive labels, Any glue left from the

tape or energy label can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent, or touch the residue with the sticky side of tape already removed,

. DO NOT REMOVETHESERIALPLATE

Energy Saving Ideas

° Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of direct sunlight and

away from heating ducts or registers Do not place the refrigerator' next to heat- producing appliances suchasa range, oven or dishwasher, if this is not possible,

a section of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two appliances will help tile refrigerator operate more efficiently

• Level the refrigerator so the doors close tightly

• Referto this Owner's Guide for the suggested refrigerator settings

• Periodiccleaning of the condenser will help the refrigerator run more efficiently, See Outside in the "Care and Cleaning" section

• Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents Doing so causes the

refrigerator to run longer and usemore energy, Shelvesshould not be lined with aluminum foil, wax paper or paper towelingUners interfere with cold air circulation, making the refrigerator less efficient, which could cause food spoilage

, Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator, This

cuts down on moisture build-up inside the unit,

• Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings Remove as marly items as needed at one time and close the door as soon aspossible

Setting the Controls

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RefrigeratorControl

Freezer Control

Cool Down Period

Toensure safefood storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading with food.

Refrigerator and Freezer Controls

° To start out, set control dials to the midpoint for a trial period of 24 hours

Temperatures

o After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed. Adjust temperatures one

number at a time. For colder temperatures, turn the dial toward COLDEST.

Forwarmer temperatures, turn the dial toward COLD The temperature will increase or decrease, but not necessarily by 1, 2, or 3 degrees

An adjustment made to onecompartment may require an adjustment to the other

o Turning the refrigerator control will change the temperature in BOTH

compartments If the refrigerator control is turned to OFF, cooling stops in both compartments.

,, Turning the freezer control will change only the temperature in the freezer

compartment

To maintain temperatures, a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Forgood circulation, do not block cold air vents with food items.

Energy Saver Switch (some models)

tfyour refrigerator isequipped with an Energy SaverSwitch, keep it set on ENERGY SAVERfor lowest energy usage.

Energy Saver

Moisture

During humid weather, or if moisture appears on the cabinet between the doors, set switch to REDUCEEXTERIORMOISTUREA heater will warm the surface and

allow moisture to evaporate.

Fresh Food Storage

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Sliding Shelf

Shelf Adjustment

Refrigerator shelvesareeasilyadjustable to suit individual needs Some models have

sliding shelves, others havecantilever shelves Before adjusting shelves, remove alf food. Theshipping clipswhich stabilize the shelvesfor shipping may be removed and discarded

Toadjust sliding shelves, remove by pulling forward to thestop position, then lift the front edge up and pullout.

Replaceon any pair of rails by reversing this procedure

To adjust cantilever shelves (shelves supported at the rear of the refrigerator), tilt the back of the shelf upand

out Replace shelf by inserting hooks at rear into slots Lower and lock into position

Toadjust combination cantilever/sfiding shefves,remove shelf by lifting hook out of rear slot, and sliding shelf

forward to the stop position Lift upfront edge and pull

out Replaceshelf by sliding shelfback on supports, and inserting the hook into the respective middle slot

Remove Shipping Clips

Spifl ProoFMgtassshelves(some models) catch and hold accidental spills. In some models, the Spill ProofTM shelvesslideout for easyaccessto food and fast cleaning.

Theshelvesslideout independently of the cantilever brackets. Just pull front of shelf forward Shelfcan beextended asfar asstopper ,willallow and isnot removable from the cantilever bracket.

CantileverShelf

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Combination Cantilever/Sliding Shelf (some models)

Humidity Control

Door Storage

Door racksand door binsallow convenient storage of jars,bottles, and cans Items

usedoften are available for quick selection Somemodels havedoor rackswhich can accommodate gallon_size plastic drink containers and economy size jars and containers which are available today

Somemodels haveadjustable doorbins which canbe moved to suit individual needs

Removebins by lifting straight up Placebins in the desired position and lower over the supports

The Dairy compartment is warmer than the general food storage section and is

intended for short term storage of cheese, spreads, or butter

Crispers

The Crispers, located under the bottom refrigerator shelf, are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce, Wash items in clear water and remove

excesswater before placing inthe Crispers Items with strong odors or high moisture

should be wrapped before storing

TheHumidity Controls allows you to adjust the humidity within the Crisper Thiscan

extend the life of fresh vegetables which keep best in high humidity Leafy

vegetables, however, keep best when stored with the Humidity Control set on high

moisture, or in a drawer without a Humidity Control Thiskeeps incoming air to a

minimum and maintains maximum moisture content

Meat Pan (some models)

Some models are equipped with a Meat Pan that can be positioned below any

refrigerator shelf Usethis pan for short term storage of bulk meat items tf meats

are to be kept longer than 1or 2 days, they should be frozen

Wine Rack

Wine Rack (some models)

The wine rack storesbottles of wine, or 2-liter plastic bottles of juice or soda pop.

To install, slide the wine rackonto the shelf with the curvefacing in To remove, slide

the wine rack out Install on either side of a Spill Prooff_ shelf

Care and Cleaning

Damp objects stick to cold

metal surfaces Do not touch refriger-

ated surfaces with wet or damp hands

To avoid damage and help

the refrigerator run as efficiently as

possible, clean the condenser periodically.

Keep your refrigerator and freezer cleanto prevent odor build-up Wipe up any spills immediately and clean both sections at least twice a year Never use metallic

scouring pads,brushes, abrasivecleanersor strong alkaline solutions on any surface Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher.

Always unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning. Turning

the control to OFFdoes not disconnect power to the controls, light bulb, or other electrical components

Inside

Wash insidesurfacesof the refrigerator and freezer with a solution of 2 tablespoons baking soda in ! quart warm water. Rinse and dry thoroughly, Be sure to wring

excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around the controls, light bulb, or any electrical parts.

Wash removablepartssuch asshelvesand drawers with baking soda solution or mild

detergent and warm water. DO NOT USE HARSH CLEANERS ON THESE SUR- FACES.Rinseand dry thoroughly. Cleanthe door gasketswith mild suds, rinsewith clearwater and wipe dry Do not userazor bladesor other sharp instruments which canscratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels.Any glue left from

the tape or energy label can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent, or, touch the residue with the sticky sideof tape already removed DO

NOT REMOVE THE SERIALPLATE.

Outside

Wash the cabinetand handleswith warm water and mild tiquiddetergent_ Rinsewell and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth

When moving the refrigerator, pull straight out Do not shift the refrigerator from side to side asthis may tear or gouge the floor covering If the refrigerator has an

automatic ice maker, be careful not to move the refrigerator beyond plumbing connections

DEFROST

WATER

PAN

Periodically clean the condenser (black tubes and wires on the back of the refrigerator) Using a vacuum with its dusting tool attachment, vacuum the coilsto

remove dust build-up Do not allow lint or dust to accumulate on the coils,

Thedefrost water pan is located at the bottom rear of the refrigerator on top of the compressor (shown left) The pan should be cleaned periodically. Wipe clean with a damp cloth

Replacing the Light Bulb

To replace the light bulb:

1 Unplug the refrigerator.

2 Wear gloves asprotection against possible broken glass

3 Replace old bulb with an appliance bulb of the same wattage.

4. Remember to plug the refrigerator back in

Care and Cleaning

(continued)

Vacation and Moving Tips

Short vacations: Leavethe refrigerator operating during vacations of 1to 3weeks

Use up all perishable items from the refrigerator section Wrap and store other items in the freezer If the unit hasan automatic ice maker,turn off the icemaker.

Long vacations: Removeallfood and iceifyou will be gone I month or more. Turn

the control to OFFand disconnect the power If the unit has an automatic ice maker, turn off the ice maker and turn the water supply valve to the closed position Defrost and clean the interior thoroughly Leave both doors open to prevent odor and mold buildup Block open if necessary

Moving: When moving the refrigerator, follow these guidelines to prevent

damage:

• Remove all food and other items from both the refrigerator and freezer compartments Empty the ice storage bin Defrost and clean the interior thoroughly

• If a hand truck isused in moving, load the refrigerator from the side

o Turnfront rollers asfar up aspossible(somemodels) Thiswil! protect them

during sliding or moving

• The cabinet should be well padded and handled with care DO NOT

DROP°

Automatic ice Maker

If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, it will provide a continuous supply of icefor normal use, The automatic ice maker is an optional accessorywhich may

be installed in most models at any time, Call your local dealer for installation

After the plumbing connections havebeen completed, the water supply valvemust be opened Placethe ice container under the ice maker, pushing it asfar back as

possible Lower the wire signal arm to its "down" or ON position Becauseof new plumbing connections, the first production of ice cubesmaybe discolored or have

an odd flavor Throw the iceawayuntil the cubes made arefree of discoloration and taste Rememberthat water quality determines your ice quality tt isbest to connect

the ice maker to water that is not softened Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the i,remaker If the ice maker isconnected to soft water,

ensure the softener ismaintained and working properly

To stop the ice maker, lift the wire signalarm until it clicksand locks in the "up"

or OFFposition Theice makerturns off automatically when the ice container isfull If your model has an adiustable freezer shelf, placethe shelf so the wire signal arm

wil! hit the ice when the ice container is full.

Ice Maker Tips

1 Icestored too long may develop an odd flavor. Emptythe container and be sure

the wire signal arm is in its "down" or ON position The ice maker will then

produce more ice 2, Occasionally shake the container to keep ice separated 3 Keep the wire signal arm in its "up" or OFFposition until the refrigerator

isconnected to the water supply or whenever water supply is turned off 4 Certain sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating° They are:

Motor operation Icebeing loosened from the tray

Ice being dropped into the container Running water

Water valve opening and closing

Formore information on these operations, see "Normal Operating Sounds"

5. Wash ice container in warm water with mild detergent Rinsewell and dry 6 Stop the ice maker when cleaning the freezer or for short vacations

7 If the ice maker will be turned off for a long period of time, turn the water supply

valve to the closed position

Reversible Door Instructions

NOTE: Some models have "pocket" handles, which are recessedinto the

side of the door On these models, only the hinges will need to be re-

versed A handle is built into both sides of each door

1. Refer to the Toe Grille Assembly

Instruction Sheet in the literature packto

remove the Toe Grille (some models)•

Snap off hinge cover at top of cabinet (some models) With the freezer door

closed, remove the two screws attaching upper hinge to cabinet Lift the hinge up

and off. Be sure to save screws and hinge for reassembly later.

HingePln

Your refrigerator isequipped with convertible door hinges Hinging of the door can be changed to the opposite side any time you wish An envelope containing extra plastic hole plugs is included in some models Turn the refrigerator control to OFF, Removeall food, bottles, and other items from the door Begin with freezer door Completely remove one door before beginning the other,

Tools Necessary: ,_ _ !_ P_t_/

Phllll S__:_ I )R__!_O Adlu_oblo

screwdriver Wrench Set U _ Wrench

3, With the refrigerator door closed,

remove center hinge pin (Note the arrangement of the upper and lower

washers (some models) on the hinge pin The washers must be assembled later in the

same manner) Open refrigerator door enough to allow door to be lifted off the

lower hinge Remove the two screws attaching the center hinge The third outermost screw under the center hinge

should be left in place Save hinge, pin, and washers (some models) for

reassembly later. Reinstall screws in original holes

Lower Hinge crews

Washer

_£)_ Htlnge

Lewe/Hinge Screws

4. Removehinge pin, hinge, and the two screws attaching the lower hinge Save

the hinge, hinge pin, washer (some models) and screws for reassembly

later.

5. Carefully remove the hole plugs from the hinge holes in the center mullion and top of cabinet and reinstall in the opposite set of holes

_ Screws

Freeze_ Door

,_ _<-- Screw

RefrigeratorDoor

6. After the handles a_e removed (see steps 7 and 8), remove door stop from

bottom of freezer and refrigerator door and reinstallon opposite side

Reversible Door Instructions (continued}

Freezer Door Lock Handle Over

Dovetai_

Sutton

crews

7, Reversehandleswhiledoorsareoff Removethe two screwsattachingthe handleto the bottom of

the freezer door Swingbottom of handle away from the door and slidehandleup and off dovetail

button Removescrew and dovetailbutton and install on other side, moving hole plug from

corresponding hole to the opposite side, Reverse instructions for reattaching handle, Start with

handle offset away from the door Placetop of handleover dovetail buEon,swinghandleinto an upright position and push upward, locking it into

place Securebottom of handlewith screws

Hinge Pin

Washer

Dovetail Sutton

HolePlug

Screws Lower Hlnge

8, To remove handle: Pull down to slidetrim off bottom of

handle Removethe two screws attaching the handle to the top

of the refrigerator door Swing the top of handle away from the

door andslide handledown and off dovetail button Remove

screw and dovetail button and

installon otherside, movinghole plugsfrom corresponding holes

to the opposite side Reverse

instructions for reattaching handle Start with the handle

offset awayfrom the door Place

bottom of handle over dovetail button, swing handle into an upright position and push

downward, locking itinto place

Secure top of handle with

screws Replacetrim,

Trim Lock Adhesive

Trim Removal (Full-Length Trim models only): In some models, the refrigerator door has a fu!! length trim piece which continues from the bottom of the handle to the bottom of the door The top of

the trim fits around the base of the handle An adhesive "trim lock" ispositioned about half-way down The bottom of the trim is held in place by either an adhesive trim lock, or a trim lock with two prongs inserted into a hole on the face of the door Remove the trim by gently pulling the trim lock areas out and

away from the door When the trim is free from the door, gently pull the trim down and away from the base of the handle, using a slight side to side motion

Trim Lock

To reattach trim: Slideboth trim locksout of trim Insertthe new adhesivetrim lockscontained inyour literature pack NOTE: Trimlockmust be removedand installed by sliding OVERthe two donut shapedareas Install trim to handle by

sliding over baseof handle Carefully align trim and pressdown at trim lock locations Replacehole plug on opposite side Userubbing alcohol to remove

any adhesiveresiduefrom old trim lock location(s)

Washer /

9. If your refrigerator doesnot havea ToeGrille, usea putty knife to removethe plastic plug (not

shown) from front of base and reinstall in the opposite set of lower hinge holes Assemble

lower hinge to cabinet Install hinge pin in opposite hinge hole from which it wasremoved Install the washer (some models) on the lower

hinge pin and insert hinge screws, but do not tighten Hingeswill have to remain looseagainst cabinet to align door

Hole Plug

.Center Hinge

(upside down)

10. Turn center hinge upside down and secure to cabinet as shown, using the screws which are in the new holes Install refrigerator door on lower

hinge pin Align door with edge of cabinet Hold

the door on front of cabinet

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Reversible Door Instructions (continued)

Washer

Hinge Pin

Cente_

11. Placeoriginal washer (some models)

over hole in refrigeratordoor and line up

hole in center hinge. Insert hinge pin

through both holes Placewasher (some

models) on hinge pin, then position

freezer door on center hinge

12. Remove plug from upper bearing

of door and reinstall on opposite side,

Hinge

13. Assembleupper hinge to top of cabinet and door Useoppositeset of holes Do not

completelytighten screws Align doorssothere isa parallelgap between

doors Adjust doorsto cabinetso gasketsseal but do not bind Tighten upper and lower

hinge screws Additional adjustmentmay be necessaryafter

loading thedoor shelvesReturnfood, bottles, and other articles to doors Turn the

refrigerator control on and to the previous setting.

Referto the Toe GrilleAssembly Instruction Sheetinthe literaturepack to replacethe Toe Grille (somemodels)

Avoid Service Checklist Before calling for service, review this list tt may save you both time and expense

This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance

OCCURRENCE SOLUTION

RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR Refrigerator compressor does not

run.

Refrigeratorruns too muchortoo long.

TEMPERATURES ARE TOO COLD OR TOO WARM

Refrigerator control is set to OFF Turn on refrigerator control See Setting the Controls_

Plug at wall outlet is disconnected Be sure plug is tightly pushed into outlet House fuse has blown or circuit breaker has tripped Check and/or replace fuse with a 15 amp

time-delay fuse Reset circuit breaker Power outage Check house lights Call local electric company

Refrigerator islarger than the previous one you owned This isnorma!, Larger, more efficient units

require longer running time,

Room or outside weather is hot It is normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these

conditions

Automatic ice maker is operating (some models) Operation of the ice maker causes the

refrigerator to run slightly more

Doors are opened too frequently or too tong Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more Open the doors tessoften

Refrigerator or freezer door may be slightly open Make sure refrigerator islevel, Keep food and containers from blocking door

Temperatures in either compartment are too cold or too warm SeeSetting the Controls.

OCCURRENCE SOLUTION AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER (some models)

ice maker is not making any ice, Ice maker wire signal arm is in "up" or OFFposition

Move wire signal arm to "down" or ON

position

Household water line valve is not open Turn on household water line valve

Water supptyvalve in refrigerator isbeing blocked byforeign materia! Unplug the refrigerator and turn off water supply. Slide refrigerator out and locate where water isconnected to the valve.

Unscrew the brass fitting and puff out the screenfrom inside the valve mesh Clean the screen of foreign matedaI Replace screen and brass fitting and turn the water supply on; check for leaks

Plug in refrigerator and slide into place

WATER/MOISTUREtFROSTINSIDEREFRIGERATOR

Moisture collects on inside of Weather is hot and humid which increases rate of frost buildup and internal sweating This is refrigerator walls, normal Besure doors are sealed tightly Open doors lessoften

Water collects under drawer cover or Vegetables contain and giveoff moisture Washed vegetables and fruits drain while in the drawer= in bottom of drawer. This isnormal Pat rinsed vegetables dry with a towel before storing Clean and dry crispers as

necessary

WATERIMOISTUREIFROST.OUTSIDEREFRIGERATOR

Moisture forms on outside of Door is slightly open, causing cold air from inside the refrigerator to meet warm air from outside_ refrigerator or between doors.

This isnormal in humid weather. When humidity is lower, the moisture should disappear Setthe Energy Saver to the Reduce Exterior Moisture position

ODORS IN REFRIGERATORIFREEZER

Interior needs to be cleaned Clean interior with a sponge, warm water, and baking soda Food with strong odor is in refrigerator/freezer Cover food tightly

Icehas picked up odor or flavor from strong food stored in refrigerator or freezer Cover foods tightly Discard stale ice

LIGHT BULB !S NOT ON

Light bulb is burned out See "Replacing the Light Bulb" in Care and Cleaning. Light switch isstuck Light switch is located on the ceiling of the refrigerator compartment near

the temperature control box Push in light switch to release No e_ectriccurrent is reaching refrigerator See nUNNtNGOFREFrIGeRATOr{above

Normal Operating

So und s AUTOMAtiC,deMA ER"

Occasiona_fy you will hear ice cubes dropping into the ice bin

COLD CONTROL & DEFROST TIMER These parts can pro{tuca a snapping

sound when turn}r_g lhe rsfdgerato_' on or off. The timer also produces sounds s_milar to an electric dock

You may hear air being forced EVAPORATOR FAN ]

through lha cabinet by the fan

EVAPORATOR through the] The flow of _'ef_geranl a be{ling |

evaporslor may creale

or gurgling sound,

During defrosl cyctes, water dripping

onto the heater may cause a hissing DEFROST HEATER j

or sizzling sound, Attar defl'osttng, a poppingsound may occur.

COMPRESSOR Modem. hlgh efficiency compressors

operate much faster than o_der mode_s The compressor may have a high-

p tchad _um ar pu sat ng Sound

WATER VALVE " When the Ice maker fills with water, you will hear a buzz{ng

sound and water running.

INSULATION Rigid foam tnsulalion has excellent

insulating capabtIlties. It Is very energy etffcianl; however, it does

have a lendency to amplify sound.

Sears Service

"We Service What We Sell" isour assuranceyou can depend on Searsfor service

and Sears service is nationwide Your refrigerator has added value when you consider that Sears has service units nationwide, staffed with professional technicians specifically trained on Searsappliances and having parts, tools and equipment to insure that we meet our pledge to you "We Service What We Sell"

Sears Maintenance Agreement

Maintain the value of your Kenmore® refrigerator with a Sears Maintenance Agreement Searsrefrigerators are designed, manufactured, and tested for years of dependable operation Yet, any modern appliance may require service from

time to time

The Sears Maintenance Agreement

• Is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's price

• Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal use

• Allows for as many service calls as required,

• Provides for service by professional Sears-trained technicians

• Offers an annual preventive maintenance check-up at your request

This maintenance agreement does not cover original installation, reinstaltation,

or damage resulting from external causes such as acts of God, abuse, theft, fire,

flood, wind, lightning, freezing, power failure, power reduction, etc Pleaseask

a salesperson to see the agreement for all of the terms and conditions,

Refrigerator Warranty

Full One-Year Warranty on Refrigerator

For one year from date of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according to the instructions provided in this Owner's Guide, Searswill repair this refrigerator, free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship

Full Five-Year Warranty on Sealed Refrigeration System Forfive years from the date of purchase, when this refrigerator isoperated and

maintained according to the instructions provided in this Owner's Guide, Searswitl

repair the sealed system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting tubing, and

compressormotor), free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship

Theabovewarranty coverage appliesonty to refrigerators which are usedfor storage

offood for private household purposes, Excludesoriginal and replacementKenmore Ice & Water filter cartridges (if equipped with the filter system) Original and

replacement cartridges are warranted for 30 days (parts only)_

Warranty serviceis available by contacting the NEARESTSEARSSERVICECENTERt DEPARTMENTin the United States Seethe back page of this manual

Sears, Roebuck and Co. 3333 Beverly Road

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Sears Service in Canada

Dear Customer:

In manufacturing this product, many steps have been taken to provide you with the highest quality. Unfortunately, errors or omissions occasionafy occur_ In the

event you find a missing or defective part, pleasecontact your nearest Searsstore Ifyou haveany suggestions that would help usto improve our assembly/operation

instructions or this prouct, 3leasewrite them down, including the information listed below and maiI to:

Sears Canada, Inc_ Attn: Buyer Dept, 646 222 Jarvis Street

Toronto, Ontario MSB 2B8

Purchased by: NAME:

ADDRESS:

CITY: POSTAL CODE:

MODEL No : DATE OF PURCHASE / /

PROM:

PHONE:

SERIALNo:

LOCATIONOFPURCHASE:

COMMENTS:

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