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Con_ents
o Safety instructions ........................... 2
* Grounding Requirements ....................... 2, 3
mStarting the Refrigerator ........................ 3
. Adjusting the Controls ...................... 3
o Food Storage Suggestions ................... 4, 5
a ice Service .................................... 7
e Features .................................. 8
e Energy-Saving Tips ........................ 10
e Care and Cleaning ..................... 10, 1t
e Vacation and Moving Precautions .............. 11
Before You Call for Service .................. 12
e Reversing Door Swing ................... 13-15
o Warranty ........................ Back Cover
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,SEARS;ROEBUCKAND CO., Chicago, IL60684 U.S,A.
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with Automatic Icemaker.
60141,60148, 61151,61158, 61171, 61178, 61451; 61458
equipped for future Automatic Icemaker instal lati0n,
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IMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
Read aH nnstructions before using
this appliance.
WARNING-- When using this appliance, always
exercise basic safety precautions, including the
following:
• Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Owner's Manual_
o This refrigerator must be properly installed
in accordance with the Attention Installer
Instructions before it is used. See grounding
requirements below and on page 3.
= Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on
the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull
straight out from the outlet_
* Repair or replace immediately all electric
service cords that have become frayed or
otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows
cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at
either the plug or connector end.
o When moving your refrigerator away from
the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage
the power cord.
* After your refrigerator is in operation, do
not touch the cold surfaces, particularly when
hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to the
extremely cold surfaces_
• If your refrigerator has an icemaker, do
not place fingers or hands on the automatic
icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is
plugged in, This ,will help protect you from possible
injury° It will also prevent interference with the
moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the
heating element that releases the cubes_
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
o Don't refreeze frozen foods which have
thawed completely. The United States Department of
Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:
"r.You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have
thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are
still cold--below 40°E
".Thawed ground meats, poultry or fish that have
any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and
should not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be
discarded_ if the odor or color of any food is poor
or questionable, get rid of it. The food may be
dangerous to eat,
"Even partial thawing and refreezing reduce the
eating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables
and prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats
is affected less than that of many other foods° Use
refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much
of their eating quality as you can'.'
• If your old refrigerator is still around the
house but not in use, be sure to remove the
doors. This will reduce the possibility of danger
to childrem
- Unplug your refrigerator :
A. Before making any repairs. Note: We strongly
recommend that any sen,icing be performed by a
qualified individual°
13.Before cleaning,
C. Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, the
refrigerator should be unplugged in order to avoid
contact with a live wire filament. (A burned-out
light bulb may break when being replaced°)
Note: Turning control to OFF position does not
remove power to the light circuit_
SAVE THESEiNSTRUCTiONS
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Grounding Requirements Importtant--plleaseread carefully.
Toconnect electricity
For personal safety,
this appliance must be
properly grounded.
The power cord of this
appliance is equipped
with a three-prong
(grounding) plug which
mates with a standard
three-prong (grounding) wall outlet (Fig. 1)to minimize the
possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.
METHOD
PREFERRED I_
_ INSURE PROPER
Fig 1 BEFORE USE
GROUND EXISTS
Have wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure outlet is properly grounded.
Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is
encountered, it is your personal responsibility and
obligation to have it replaced with a properly
grounded three-prong wall outlet°
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR
REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND) PRONG FROM THE
POWER CORD.
Starting the Refrigerator
Use of adapter plug
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against use of
an adapter plug. However, if you still elect to use an
adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY
CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded
two-prong wall outlet by use of a UL listed adapter
(Fig. 2) available at most local hardware stores.
TEMPORARY METHOD
The larger slot in the
adapter must be aligned
with the larger slot in the
wall outlet to provide
proper polarity in the
connection of the power
cord.
CAUTION: Attaching an adapter ground terminal
to the wall outlet cover screw does not ground the
appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and not
insulated, and the wall outlet is grounded through
the house wiring. You should have circuit checked
by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet
is properly grounded.
When disconnecting the power cord from the
adapter, always hold the adapter with one hand.
If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is
very likely to break with repeated use.
Should the adapter ground terminal break,
DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper
ground has again been established.
(ADAPTER PLUGSNOT !l'_-_,.._
ALIGN LARGE _1_ I I
_N II _ INSUREPROPER
"_-,,._b" GROUNDAND
Fia 2 1_ FIRM CONNECTION
- } I BEFORE USE
Location
o install the refrigerator on a floor strong enough to
support it when it is fully loaded.
o Do not install it where the temperature will go
below 60°Fobecause it will not run often enough to
maintainproper temperatures.
oDo not install it next to your range, a heating vent
or where the sun will shine directly on it.
Clearances
Allow the following dearances for ease of installation,
proper aircirculation, and plumbing and electrical
connections:
Sides .,.314" Top .........I" Back ......1"
Leveling
Adjustable rollers behind the base grille enable
you to move the refrigerator away from the wall for
cleaning. These rollers should be set so the
refrigerator rests firmly on the floor with the front
raised just enough that the doors close easily when
opened about halfway.
To adjust the rollers:
• Remove the base grille.
Grasp it at the bottom
and pull it out.
Use of Extension Cords
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use
an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it
be a UL listed 3-wire grounding type appliance
extension cord having a grounding type plug and
outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be
15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.
Electrical Requirements
115volt, 60 Hertz, single phase AC ts required.
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet. This is recommended
for best performance and to prevent overloading
house wiring circuits, which could cause a fire
hazard from overheating wires.
= Turn the roller adjusting
screws clockwise to raise
the refrigerator, counter-
clockwise to lower it,
Use a blade-type
screwdriver, Both doors
should close properly
when bottom front edge
of refrigerator cabinet is about 3/4" from the floor.
oTo replace the base
grille, line up the prongs
on the grille with the
clamps on the refrigerator
and push forward until
the grille snaps into place.
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Starting the Refrigerator (continued)
Coldest is 9
Temperature Controls
Your refrigerator has two controls that let you
regulate the temperature in the fresh food and
freezer compartments.
At first, set the Fresh Food control at "5" and the
Freezer control at "C'.
Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize,
whether you are setting the controls for the first time
or adjusting them later. Then, if you want colder or
warmer temperatures in either compartment, adjust
the controls one letter or number at a time.
Note: Turning the Fresh Food control to OFF turns off
cooling in both compartments--fresh food and
freezer--but does not shut off power to the
refrigerator.
How to test temperatures:
Use milk test for fresh food compartment. Place
a container of milk on the top shelf in the fresh food
compartment° Check it a day later. If the milk is 1oo
warm or too cold, adjust the temperature controls°
Use ice cream test for freezer compartment.
Placea containerof icecream inthecenterofthe
freezercompartment. Check itaftera day, Ifit'stoo
hard or too soft, adjust the temperature controls.
Turning your household thermostat below
60°i:. at night? You may want to move the Freezer
control one step colder, as from "C" to "D". Cooler
temperatures in the house may cause the compressor
to operate less frequently, thus allowing the freezer
compartment to warm somewhat_
To protect your frozen food supply, leave your
Freezer control at this new, colder setting for the
entire winter or for as long as you keep your
thermostat turned down.
Moving the Freezer control to a colder setting should
have no effect on your fresh food compartment°
However, if freezing occurs, turn the numbered
control one step warmer, as from "S" to "4".
When you stop turning the household thermostat
down at night, turn the refrigerator temperature
controls back to their regular settings.
Power Miser Switch
This switch is on the
temperaturecontrol panel.
To reduce the amount
of electricity required
to operate your refrigerator, be sure the switch
is pushed to the left position. This turns off the
heater in your refrigerator that prevents moisture
from forming on the outside.
if moisture forms on the outside of the
refrigerator, push the Power MAser Switch to
the right. The low-wattage heater will warm the
outside of the cabinet and, under most conditions,
prevent the forming of moisture or water droplets.
Food Storage Suggestions
Fresh Food Storage Tips
To store unfrozen meats, fish and poultry:
• Always remove store ,wrappings.
o Rewrap in foil, film or wax paper and refrigerate
immediately.
To store cheese, wrap well with wax paper or
aluminum foil, or put in a plastic bag°
o Carefully wrap to expel air and help prevent mold0
o Store pro-packaged cheese in its own wrapping if
you wish.
To store vegetables, use the vegetable drawers--
they've been designed to preserve the natural
moisture and freshness of produce.
o Covering vegetables "with a moist towel helps
maintain crispness°
• As a further aid to freshness, pro-packaged
vegetables can be stored in their original wrapping°
To store ice cream--Fine-quality ice cream, with
high cream content, will normally require slightly
lower temperatures than more "airy" already-
packaged brands with low cream content.
• It will be necessary to experiment to determine the
freezer compartment location and temperature
control setting to keep your ice cream at the right
serving temperature.
e The rear of the freezer compartment is slightly
cotder than the front.
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Suggested Storage Times
DAYS MONTHS
IN IN
Eating quality drops
after time shown
Fresh Meats
Roasts(Beef& Lamb)....... 3 to5
Roasts(Pork & Veal) ........ 3 to5
Steaks(Beef) ........... 3 to5
Chops(Lamb) ........... 3 to5
Chops(Pork)............. 3 to5
Ground &StewMeats . , 1to2
Variety Meats .......... 1to 2
Sausage(Pork)........... 1to2
Processed Meats
Bacon ................... 7
Frankfurters ............... 7
Ham (Whole) ............ 7
Ham(Half) ............. 3to5
Ham (Slices) ............... 3
Luncheon Meats ........ 3 to5
Sausage (Smoked) ......... 7
Sausage (Dry & Semi-Dry) , 14to21
Cooked Meats
Cooked Meats and
Meat Dishes ............ 3 to 4
Gravy & Meat Broth ....... 1 to 2
Fresh Poultry
Chicken & Turkey (Whole) ,. 1 to 2
Chicken (Pieces) ........... 1 to 2
Turkey (Pieces) ............. ! to 2
Duck 8, Goose (Whole) ...... 1 to 2
Giblets..................... I to 2
Cooked Poultry
Pieces (Covered with Broth) 1to 2 6
Pieces (Not Covered) ........ 3 to 4 1
Cooked Poultry Dishes ..... 3 to 4 4 to
Fried Chicken .............. 3 to 4 4
(Other than for meats & poultry) FREEZER
Most fruits and vegetables ................. 8-12 months
Leanfish .................................. 6-8months
Fatty fish, rolls and breads.
soups,stew,casseroles ................. 2-3 months
Cakes,pies, sandwiches,
leftovers (cooked),
ice cream (originalcarton) ............... I month max,_
Meats, fish and poultry purchased from the store
vary in quality and age; consequently, safe storage
times in your refrigerator will vary.
New techniques are constantly being developed.
Consult the College or County Extension Service or
your !ocal Utility Company for the latest information
on freezing and storing foods.
REFRIGERATOR FREEZER
AT AT
35 ° to 40°F. O°F.
6to 12
4 tab
6 to 12
6to 9
3t04
3 to4
3to4
1to2
I
I to2
I to2
I to2
Freezing
not recom-
mended°
2to3
2to3
12
9
6
6
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Tips on freezing foods
1. Freeze only 'top-quality foods. Freezing retains
quality and flavor; it cannot improve quality.
2, Freeze fruits and vegetables quickly after
picking. The sooner you do, the better the frozen
product will be, with less culling and sorting to do.
3, Use food wraps designed especially for
freezing.
To freeze meat, fish end poultry, wrap well in
freezer-weight foil (or other heavy-duty wrapping
material) forming it careful!y to the shape of the
contents. This expels air. Fold and crimp ends of
the package to provide a good, lasting seal.
Don't refreeze meat that has completely thawed;
meat, whether raw or cooked, can be frozen
successfully only once.
Limit freezing of fresh (unfrozen) meats or seafoods
to number of pounds at a time as follows:
Models Lbs. J Models Lbs.
61961, 61968, 71961, 71968 ..... 16 I 61551, 61558, 71551, 71558. , 22
61271, 61278, 71271, 71278 , 19 60581, 60588, 70581, 70588 ,22
For convenience...
o Store like things together. This saves both time and
electricity because you can find foods faster°
• Place the oldest items up front so they can be used
up promptlyo
o Use door shelves or bins for most often used items,
Tosave money in energy and food costs. _.
o Cover moist foods with tight lids, plastic film or foil.
o Leaf vegetables and fruits placed in drawers wilt
last longer when stored in closed plastic containers
or wrapped in plastic film.
o Do not overload your fresh food or freezer
compartment with a lot of warm food at once.
o Open the doors the fewest times possible to save
electrical energy.
o When going out of town for several days, leave
as few perishables as possible in the refrigerator°
tf your refrigerator has an icemaker, move the
icemaker feeler arm to the OFF (up) position and
shut off water to the refrigerator.
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Shelves and Storage Drawers
Adjustable Shelves
Shelves in the fresh food compartment (and in the
freezer in some models) are adjustable, enabling
you to make efficient shelf arrangements°
To remove a shelf:
Tilt the shelf up at front,
then lift it up and out of
the tracks on the rear
wall of the refrigerator_
To replace a shelf:
Select desired shelf
height° With the shelf
front raised slightly,
engage the top lugs in
the tracks at the rear of
the cabinet° Then lower
the front of the shelf
until it locks into position.
[_ Engage ,,i_ J
,op lug _'J" 1_
[_] Lower 1o t /
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Door Shelves
Shelves on both doors
keep frequently-used
items within easy reach.
Dividers can be moved
from side to side to keep
items such as small jars
and bottles so they won't
tip, spill or slide.
Two-Position Freezer Shelf
Fruit and Vegetable Drawers
The Nice 'N Fresh drawer is designed to keep
unwrapped foods fresh by retaining the natural
moisture content of foods such as:
oArtichokes 0Celery • Lettuce • Radishes
• Asparagus 0Cherries • Parsley QRhubarb
• Beets,topped 0Corn • Peas,green • Spinach
oBlueberries * Currants , Plums • Tomatoes,
• Carrots • Greens,leafy ripe
As in any refrigerated storage area, it is recommended
that foods with strong odors be stored wrapped--
foods such as:
* Broccoli
eBrussels
Sprouts
The Crisper is designed to provide lower humidity
storage for items such as:
oApples oNectarines oRaspberries aStrawberries
oApricots oOranges oSquash, • Tangerines
oGrapes • Peaches summer
Mushrooms • Pears
* Cabbage * GreenOnions oTurnips
oCauliflower 0Parsnips
This shelf can be
relocated for extra
storage flexibitity_
To relocate the shelf, lift
one side and move it
sideways to free the
ends of the shelf from
the holes in the walls,
Then tilt the shelf and
take it out. To reinstall the shelf, first insert one end
and then the other into the second set of holes.
Handi-Keeper
This sealed drawer is
designed for lunch meat,
snacks, cheese, bacon
and spreads as well as
for temporary storage of
fresh meats you do not
want to freeze. It can be
removed and taken to the food preparation area.
And the drawer and shelf to which it attaches can be
relocated at any level to suit your food storage needs.
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Ice Service
Automatic Icemaker
(on icemaker-equipped models)
See separate Water Line Installation Requirements
induded in both the literature pack and on the back
of the refrigerator.
If your refrigerator is
operated before water
is connected to the
icemaker, keep the
icemaker feeler arm in
the OFF (up) position,
When the refrigerator
has been connected to
the water supply and
the water has been
turned on, position the freezer shelf for icemaking.
Top lugs on the multi-position shelf should be in the
6th slots up from the bottom of the track; the 2-position
shelf should be in the
lower position. Then move
the ice storage bin into
place under the icemaker
and move the feeler arm
to the ON (down) position.
The ice cube mold will
automatically fill with water
after cooling to freezing
temperature, and first cubes normally freeze after
several hours°
When cubes are solidly frozen, they will be ejected
from the mold into the ice storage bin by means of
a sweeper arm° tcemaking will continue until the
feeler arm senses that there are enough cubes in
the bin and halts the operation temporarily. Be sure
nothing interferes with the swing of the feeler arm.
For maximum ice storage, level the stored cubes
with your hand occasionally.
Once your icemaker is in operation, throw away
the first few batches of ice cubes. This wilt flush
away any impurities in the water line. Do the same thing
after vacations or long periods when ice isn't used°
CAUTION: Under certain rare circumstances, ice
cubes may be discolored, usually appearing with
a greembluish hue_ This unusual discoloration is
apparently due to a combination of factors such as
certain characteristics of local waters, household
plumbing and the accumulation of copper salts in an
inactive water supply line which feeds the icemaker_
Continued consumption of such discolored ice cubes
may be injurious to health_ If your ice cubes are
discolored, discard them and contact your Sears
Service Center_
[cemaker
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Ice Storage Bin
Feeler Arm in
OFF position
Feeler Arm in
p_osition
Move feeler arm to OFF (up) position when:
o the home water supply is to be off for several hours.
= the ice storage bin is to be removed for a period
of timer
o going away on vacation. (Also turn off the valve in
the water supply line to the refrigerator.)
If ice is not used often, old cubes will become
cloudy and taste stale. Empty the ice storage bin
periodically and "wash it in lukewarm water.
if this is your first icemaker, you will hear
occasional sounds that may be unfamiliar. They are
normal ice-making sounds and are not cause for
concern.
Ice Trays (onmodels without automatic icemaker)
To release ice cubes, turn the tray upside down,
hold it over a container, and tw_nds. / /
For only one or two ice
cubes, leave the tray right-
side up, twist both ends
slightly, and remove as %_
many cubes as you want. " '.... '
Wash ice trays in lukewarm water only. Do not
put them in an automatic dishwasher.
Automatic Icemaker Accessory Kit
(optional at extra cost)
If your refrigerator did not come already equipped
with an automatic icemaker, you may add one--
contact your Sears store or Sears Service Center.
Water Filter Accessory
(optional at extra cost)
Your ice cubes can only be as fresh-tasting as the
water that produces them. That's why it's a good
idea to purify the water with a water filter.
The water filter is an optional part at extra cost and
is available from your Sears Service Center. Order
Filter No. 978488 and it may be installed in minutes
when attached to the inlet water tube connection.
Water Supply Accessory Kit
(optional at extra cost)
A water supply kit containing copper tubing, shut-off
valve, fittings and instructions needed to connect the
icemaker to your cold water line isalso available
from your Sears store or Sears Service Center.
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Features
8 9
Energy-Saving Tips
o Don't open the doors more often than necessary.
o Close the doors as soon as possible, particularly in
hot, humid weather.
o Keep the Power Miser Switch in the left position
unless moisture forms on the cabinet in hot, humid
weather.
o Be sure the doors are closed tightly. Before leaving
the house or retiring for the night, check to be sure
the doors haven't been left open accidentally.
o Store only those foods requiring refrigeration in
your refrigerator.
o Wipe moisture from bottles and cartons before
putting them in the refrigerator.
o Keep foods covered to reduce moisture buildup
inside the refrigerator°
o If you turn the controls to the coldest position for
quick chilling or freezing, be sure to turn them back
to regular settings.
• Don't overcrowd your refrigerator, Overcrowding
can require extra electrical energy to keep
everything cool
Care and Cleaning
Outside
The door handles and trim can be cleaned with
a cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid
dishwashing detergent and water. Dry with a soft
cloth. Don't wax handles or trim_
Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth
lightly dampened with kitchen appliance wax or
mild liquid dishwashing detergent_ Dry and polish
with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wipe the refrigerator
with a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel. They
may leave a residue that can harm the paint° Do not
use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or
cleaners containing bleach because these products
can scratch and weaken the paint finish.
Protect the paint finish. The outside of the
refrigerator has a high quality, baked-on paint finish.
With proper care, it will stay new-looking and rust-
free for years. Apply a coat of kitchen appliance wax
when the refrigerator is new and then at least twice
a year.
Inside
Clean the inside of the fresh food and freezer
compartments at least once a year. Unplug the
refrigerator before cleaning. If this isnot practical,
wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when
cleaning around switches, lights or controts_
Use warm water and baking soda solution--about
a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water,. This
both cleans and neutralizes odors. Rinse thoroughly
with water and wipe dry°
Other parts of the refrigerator--including door
gaskets, vegetable drawers, ice trays and all plastic
parts--can be cleaned the same way° Do not use
cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners,
Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open box of baking
soda in the rear of the refrigerator, on the top shelf.
Change the box every three months. An open box of
baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale odors.
Do not wash any plastic parts from your
refrigerator in your automatic dishwasher.
Behind Refrigerator
Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator
away from the wall_ All types of floor coverings can
be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and ,
those with embossed surfaces. Pull the refrigerator
straight out and return it to position by pushing it
straight in. Moving your refrigerator in a side
direction may result in damage to your floor
covering or refrigerator_
Condenser
The condenser is located behind the base grille.
For most efficient operation, you need to keep the
condenser cleam Turn temperature control to OFF.
Remove the base grille
(see page 3)° Sweep
away or vacuum dust
that is readily accessible
on condenser coils, then
turn the control back on.
For best results, use a
brush specially designed
for this purpose. It is available at your Sears store or
service center. This easy cleaning operation should
be done at least once a year.
Storage Drawers
Drawers at the bottom of the fresh food compartment
will stop before coming all the way out of the
refrigerator to help prevent contents from spilling
onto the floor° The drawers can be removed easily by
grasping the sides and lifting up slightly while
pulling past the "stop" location°
I0
To remove the drawers and their cover when the
fresh food compartment door cannot be opened
fully, follow the procedure that applies to your
model:
Drawers with plastic
cover
To remove drawers, lift
front up slightly and pull
drawer straight out.
To remove cover, support
it with one hand, tilt it
and take it out.
Light Bulb Replacement
1. Remove the drawer farthest from the door.
2. Slide the other drawer toward the middle and
remove it.
/
3. Reach in, push the front
of the glass cover up and,
at the same time, pull it
forward as far as it will
come.
4. Upend the cover, tilt it
and take it out_
5. Remove the drawer
slide.
6. Remove the drawer
frame. Lift the frame off
the supports at each side,
pull it forward, upend it,
tilt it and take it out.
To replace:
1. Lower the frame until it
rests on the supports at
each side.
2. Put the drawer slide
back on the frame° The sloped end must be at the front°
3. Slide one side of the drawer onto the drawer slide.
4. Move the slide and the drawer all the way to the
hinge side and lift drawer until the other side of the
drawer rests on the frame.
5. Slide the other drawer into place.
6. Replace the glass cover, pushing its rear edge
firmly into the rear frame channel and gently
lowering the front into place.
Unplug refrigerator before replacing a light
bulb.
Fresh food compartment. An easily-accessible
appliance bulb is located at the top of the fresh food
compartment at front, center. Replace with same-
size, same-type bulb.
Freezer compartment. On some models, a
appliance bulb is located at the top right, rear of the
freezer compartment, behind a snap-out light shield.
Replace with same-size, same-type bulb.
\
When you go on vacation
For extended vacations or absences, shut off ,
power to the refrigerator, turn the control to the OFF
position and clean the interior with a baking soda
solution of one tablespoon of baking soda to one
quart of water. Wipe dry. To prevent odors, leave an
open box of baking soda in the refrigerator. Leave
the doors open.
For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods
and leave controls at their regular settings. However,
if room temperature is expected to drop below 55°F.,
follow the same instructions as for extended vacations.
If your refrigerator has an icemaker, move the
icemaker feeler arm to the OFF (up) position and be
sure to shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.
When you move
Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet,
remove all food, and clean and dry the interior.
Secure all loose items such as shelves and drawers
by taping them securely in place to prevent damage.
Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position
during actual moving and in the van° It must be
secured in the van to prevent movement. Protect
outside of refrigerator with a blanket.
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Before YouCall for Service
Savetimeandmoney.Checkthislistofcausesofminoroperating
problemsyoucancorrectyourself.
Refrigeratordoesnotoperate
*Maybeindefrostcyclewhenmotordoesnotoperateforabout35
minutes
oTemperaturecontrolinOFFposition.
offinteriorlightisnoton,refrigeratormaynotbepluggedinatwall
outlet.
* If plugissecureandrefrigeratorfoilsto.operate,pluglamporsmall
applianceintosameoutlettodetermineitthereistrippedcircuit
breakerorburnedoutfuse,
Motoroperatesforlongperiods
oModernrefrigeratorswithmorestoragespaceanda largerfreezer
comportmentrequiremoreoperatingtime
*Normalwhenrefrigeratorisfirstdeliveredtoyourhome--usually
requires24hourstocompletelycooldown.
, Largeamounlsoffoodplacedinrefrigeratorto becooledorfrozen-
oHotweather-frequentdooropenings..
oDoorJeffopen,
, Temperaturecontrolsaresettoocold.Refertopage4.
t Condenserneedscleaning.Refertopage10.
oCheckENERGY.SAVINGTIPSonpaget0.
Motorstarts&stopsfrequently
* Temperaturecontrolstartsandstopsmotortomaintaineven
temperatures,Thisisnormal.
Vibration or rattling
If refrigeratorvibrates,morethanlikelyitisnotrestingsolidlyonthe
floor.Thefrontrollerscrews need adjusting,orfloorisweakoruneven.
Refertopage3.
oifdishesvibrateonshelves,trymovingthem,Slightvibrationis
normal.
Operatingsounds
Thehighspeedcompressormotorrequiredtomaintainnearzero
temperaturesinthelargefreezercompartmentmayproducehigher
soundleveJsthanyouroldrefrigerator.
oNormalfanairflow--onefanblowscoldairthroughtherefrigerator
andfreezercompartments-anotherfancoolsthecompressormotor_
, TheseNORMALsoundswillalsobeheardfromtimetotime:
-Defrosttimerswitchclicksat defrost.
-Defrostwaterdripping,
-TemperaturecontrolclicksONor OFF.
-Refrigerantboilingorgurgling_
-Crackingorpoppingofcoolingcoilscausedbyexpansionand
contractionduringdefrostandrefrigerationfollowingdefrost.
-Icecubesdroppingintothebinandwaterrunninginpipesas
icemakerrefills,
Hotatrfrombottomofrefrigerator
, NormalairflowcoolingmotorInthe refrigerationprocess,it is
normalthatheatbeexpelledintheareaundertherefrigerator,Some
floorcoveringswilldiscoloratthesenormalandsafeoperating
temperatures_Yourfloorcoveringsuppliershouldbeconsultedif
youobjecttothisdiscoloration.
Foodsdryout
oFoodsnotcovered,wrappedorsealedproperly.
Freshfoodor freezercompartment temperaturetoo warm
*Temperaturecontrolnotsetcoldenough.Refertopage4.
oWarmweather-frequentdooropenings.
•Doorleftopenforlongtime,
, Packagemaybeholdingdooropenorblockingairductin freezer
compartment,
Frostor icecrystalsonfrozen food
*Doormayhavebeenleft ajaror packageholdingdooropen_
oToofrequentortoolongdooropenings.
uFrostwithinpackageisnormal
Slowicecubefreezing
* Doormayhavebeenleftaiaro
oTurntemperatureoffreezercampartmentcolder
Icecubeshaveodor/taste
oOldcubesneedto bediscorded.Emptyicebinevery30days.
• Icestoragebinneedstobewashed,
oUnsealedpackagesinrefrigeratorand/orfreezercompartmentsmay
betransmittingodor/tastetoicecubes.
ointeriorofrefrigeratorneedscleaning.Refertopage10.
Automaticicemakerdoesnotwork
• lcemakerfeelerarminOFF(up)position.
oWatersupplyturnedoffornotconnected.
• Freezercompartmenttoo warm,
• Cubestoosmall-water shutoffvalveconnectingrefrigeratortohome
waterlinemaybeclogged,
oSometimescubesfusetothesideoftheicemoldandholdthefeeler
armin theOFF(up)position.Removethisicetorestarttheicemaker.
• Piledupcubesinstoragebinmaycauseicemakertoshutoff
prematurely_Withicema],_ertee]orarminOFF(up)position,level
cubesinbinby hand_
oWhenreachingforcubesbyhand,youmayhavepushedthefeeler
arminto theOFF(up)positionbymistake.
Moistureformsonoutsldeofrefrigerator
*Notunusualduringperiodsofhighhumidity.
, MovePowerMiserSwitchtotheright(seepage4)_
Moisturecollectsinside
' Toofrequentortoolongdooropenings_
, Inhumidweather,aircarriesmoistureintorefrigeratorwhendoors
areopened.
Refrigeratorhasodor
oFoodwithstrongodorsshouldbetightlycovered_
oCheckforspoiledfood_
oInteriorneedscleaning_Refertopage10.
, Keepopenboxofbakingsodainrefrigerator;replaceeverythree
months,
Interiorlight doesnotwork
• Nopoweratoutlet.
oLightbulbneedsreplacing_Seepage11.
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Reversing Door Swing
Your refrigerator has reversible doors so the door
opening can be changed to suit your particular
needs,, These instructions tell you how to change the
hinges from the right side to the left side,, If you ever
want to change the hinges back to the right side,
follow these same instructions--merely reverse all
references to left and right.
o Read these instructions all the way through before
you start,.
o Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.
o Set screws down by their related parts to avoid
using them in the wrong places°
o Provide a non-scratching work surface for the
doors.
o Caution: Do not let either door drop to the floor.
To do so could damage the door stop.
Tools required
o T20 Torxdriver
o Masking tape
o 3/8" socket and ratchet
(a 6-point socket is recommended)
o Phillips screwdriver
(d) Remove tape, tilt door away from cabinet and lift
it to free its bottom socket from the hinge pin on the
center hinge bracket_
(e) Set door outside up on a non-scratching surface.
Step 3nRemoving the fresh food door
(a) Tape door shut with
masking tape
(b) Remove the hinge pin
with a 3/8" socket and
ratchet,
Plastic washer.-_@
pin _'_
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(c) Remove tape and tilt
the door away from the
cabinet° Remove and
save the washer on the
hinge pinY,
bracket
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(d) Lift the door straight
up to free its bottom
socket from the pin in
the bottom hinge bracket.
Transferring the bottom hinge
o Putty knife or thin-bladed screwdriver (end of
too! should be covered with tape to help prevent
scratching paint)°
Removing the doors
Step 1--General
(a) Unplug refrigerator from its electrical outlet,.
(b) Empty all door shelves, including handi-bin and
butter bin°
Step 2--Removing the freezer door
(a) Tape door shut with
masking taper
(b) With Phillips screw-
driver, remove hinge
cover. With T20 Torxdriver,
remove 2 Torx screws
that hold the top hinge
to the cabinet,
(c) Lift hinge (and shim
glued to it) straight up to
free the hinge pin from
the socket in the top of
the door,,
_, Hinge
(a) Remove the base
grille (see page 3).
Grasp it at the bottom
and pull it straight out.
(b) Using a T20 Torxdriver,
remove the hinge (and
shim glued to it) and
plastic washer from the
bottom right side of the
cabinet_
(c) Reinstall the hinge
(and shim glued to it)
and plastic washer to the
bottom left side of the
cabinet,
washer
_. Plasti
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Bottom right
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Reversing Door Swing (continued)
Transferring the center hinge bracket
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Center right
(a) Remove the hinge bracket (and shim glued to it)
from the center right side of the cabinet by removing
the three outermost Torx screws,
(b) Remove the three outermost Torx screws from the
center left side of the cabinet and screw them into the
holes at the right side uncovered in Step (a) above,
Transferring door handles
Freezer door
Handle I_
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(a) Remove screw holding handle to top of door°
(b) Remove three screws holding handle to bottom of
door_
(c) Transfer screw from handle hole in top right of
door to opposite side.
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Center left
(€) Place the center hinge bracket over the holes at
the center left side of the cabinet, insert the screws
you removed from the opposite side, and tighten them_
Transferring the top hinge
interchange hinge and screws at top right with
screws at top left of the cabinet_ Do not tighten
the screws on the hinge side at this time.,
(d) Transfer plug button in top left of door to
opposite side.
(e) In reverse order, reassemble handle to right side
of door using screws removed in Steps (a) and (b),,
Fresh food door
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Long Handle
(a) Transfer two screws in bottom left of door to
opposite side. (Wait until handle is moved before
reinstalling front screw°)
ShortHandle
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P] button
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Plug button_
_Handle plug
(b) Remove two screws holding handle to top of door.
(c) Remove handle plug, using putty knife, and
remove screw underneath,,
Rehanging the fresh food door
(a) Lower the bottom
socket of the fresh food
door onto the pin on the
bottom hinge. Be sure
the washer is in place on
the pin,
(b) Tilt the door towards
the cabinet and gently
push the door under the
center hinge bracket and
align with the hole in the
center hinge bracket,,
Plastic washer
(c) Reinstall the hinge
pin with a 3/8" socket
and ratchet so it extends
through the hole in the
center hinge bracket and
into the socket on top of
the fresh food door,
(d) Remove handle°
(e) Transfer two screws from handle holes in top
right of door to opposite side,.
(f) Transfer plug button in top left of door to opposite
side.
(g) Transfer plug button on right front of door to
handle hole vacated by removal of screw under
handle plug_
(h) Reassemble handle to right side of door. Use
front screw removed in Step (a) to attach handle to
bottom of door°
Transferring doorstops
Door stop
Left side
(a) Remove metal doorstop on bottom right of
each door.
(b) Replace door stops on left side after handles
have been moved.,
Right side
Rehanging the freezer door
Center
hinge pin
Plastic w_
(a) Lower the bottom socket of the freezer door onto
the center hinge pin. Be sure the washer is in place.
(b) Tilt the door towards the cabinet, lifting the top
hinge so the pin fits into the socket on top of the door.
(c) Tighten the top hinge screws after supporting the
door on the handle side and aligning so the gap
between the doors is even all across the front_
(d) Replace the hinge cover.
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FULLONE YEAR
WARRANTY ON REFRIGERATOR
For one year from the date of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated and maintained
according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Sears will repair this
refrigerator, free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship.
FULLFIVE-YEAR WARRANTY
ON SEALEDREFRIGERATION SYSTEM
For five years from the date of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated and
maintained according to owner's instructions attached to or furnished with the product,
Sears will repair the sealed system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting tubing and
compressor motor), free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship.
The above warranty coverage applies only to refrigerators which
are used for storage of hod for private household purposes.
WARRANTY SERVICEIS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE
NEAREST SEARS SERVICECENTER!DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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that Sears has nationwide service units staffed by
Sears-trainedtechnicians .... professional technicians
specifically trained to service SEARSappliances,
having the parts, tools and equipment to insure that
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tested for years of dependable use. Yet any modern
appliance may need service from time to time. The
Sears warranty plus the Sears maintenance
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