Refrigerator
Owner
Contents
" Safety Instructions.....................................................................2
° Grounding Requirements ...........................................2, 3
° Starting the Refrigerator .........................................................3
• Adjusting the Controls .............................................................4
" Food Storage Suggestions ..............................................4-6
° Ice Service ..................................................................7, 8
• Features ...............................................................................................9
" Energy-Saving Tips .......................................................................] 0
° Care and Cleaning ......................................................10, ] 1
° Vacation and Moving Precautions .................................11
° Before You Call for Service ................................................12
° Reversing Door Swing .............................................13-15
° VVarranty ..........................................................Back Cover
Please record the model number, serial number and date you purchased your Kenmore refrigerator in the
space below,, See page 8 for model and serial number location_
Model Number Seria! Number Date of Purchase
SEARS,ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 USA
70141,70148, 71151, 71158, 71 ! 7t, 7I 172, 71 t78, 72471,72478, 72861,
72868, 76181,76188 with Automatic Icemaker
60141,60148, 61 t51,61158, 61171, 61172, 6! 178, 62471, 62478, 62861,
62868, 66181,66188 equipped for future Automatic Icemaker Installation
IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before using
this appliance.
WARNING--When using thisappliance,
always exercise basic safety precautions, including
the following:
" Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described inthisOwner's Manual_
• 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 aIong itslength or at either
the plug or connector end,
• 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 in the freezer compartment,
particularly when hands are damp or wet. Skirl may
adFlere 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
witl herp protect you from possible injury It will afso prevent
interferencewith the moving par_sof 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.
"Don't refreeze frozen foods which have
thawed completely. The United States Department of
Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No 69 says:
" You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have
thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still
co_d-below 40 ° F
"._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 ispoor 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 lessthan 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 door's. This will
reduce the possibility of danger to children
-Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning and
making repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend that
any servicing be performed by a qualified individual
• Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug
the refrigerator or turn off power' at the circuit breaker or
fuse box 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 positiondoes
not remove power to the light circuit
• Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on
the shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage
the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
SAVETHESE INSTRUCTIONS
Grounding RequirementsImportant-Please read carefully.
To connect electricity
For personal safety,
this appliance must be
properly grounded.
The power cord of this
appliance isequipped 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
Fig _ /'/ BEFORE USE
INSURE PROPER
//] 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 isyour 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.
2
Startingthe 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 walt outlet by use of a UL listed adapter
(Fig 2) available at most Iocat hardware stores
The larger slot in the
adapter must be aligned
with the larger slot inthe
TEMPORARY METHOD
ADAPTERPLUGSNOT
PERMITTEDIN CANADA) _._,_
ALIGN LARGE __'_._" t
wall outlet to provide
proper polarity in the
connection of the
power cord
_=_"" INSURE PROPER
_: FIRM CONNECTION
Fig 2 BEFOREUSE
GROUND AND
CAUTION: Attaching an adapter ground terminal to the
wall outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance
unless the cover screw is metal, and nat insulated, and
the wall outlet isgrounded through the house wiring, You
should have circuit checked by a qualified electrician to
make sure theoutlet isproperly 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 isvery 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.
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 _20 volts
Electrical Requirements
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
rating that matches the rating plate
This provides the best performance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a
fire hazard from overheated wires
Location
" Install the refrigerator on a floor strong enough to
support itwhen it is fully loaded_
" Do not install it where the temperature wilt go Below
60°E because itwill not run often enough to maintain
proper temperatures
• Do not install it next to your range, a heating vent or
where the sun will shine directly on iL
Clearances
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical
connections:
Sides ..............3/4" Top ................1" 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
• 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
• To replace the base
grille, line up the prongs
on the grille with the
clamps on the refrigerator
and push forward untiF
the grille snaps into place.
Starting the Refrigerator (continued)
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 hour'sfor 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 flesh food
compartment.. Check it a day later_ If the milk is too
warm or too cold, adjust the temperature controls..
Use ice cream test for freezer compartment.
Place a container of ice cream in the center of the
freezer compartmenL Check it after"a day if it's too
hard or too soft, adjust the temperature controls.
If your turn your household __ _
thermostat below 60°i:. at
night.°.you may want to move the
freezer control one step colder_
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 the
freezer setting at this 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 compartmenL
However, if freezing occurs, move the fresh hod control
one step warmer.
When you stop turning the thermostat down, turn the
refrigerator's controls back to their regular settings_
Power Miser Switch
This switch is on the
temperature control panel.
To reduce the amount
of electricity required
to operate your refrigerator, be sure the switch
ispushed to the left position. Thisturnsoff the
heater in your refrigerator that prevents moisture
from forming on theoutside
if moisture forms on the outside of the
refrigerator, push the Power Miser 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.
set here when moisture appears on exterior
Food Storage Suggestions
Fresh Food Storage Tips
To store unfrozen meats, fish and poultry:
• Always remove store wrappings.
" Rewrap infoil, film or wax paper and refrigerate
immediately.
To store cheese, wrap well with wax paper or
aluminum foil, or put in a plastic bag_
• Carefully wrap to expel air and help prevent mold
• Store pre-packaged cheese initsown wrapping if
you wish_
To store vegetables, use the vegetable drawers-
they've been designed to preserve the natural
moisture and freshness of produce.
• Covering vegetables with a moist towel helps
maintain crispness_
- As a further aid to freshness, 1ore-packaged
vegetables can be stored in their original wrapping_
To store ice cream-Fine-quality ice cream, with
high cream content, will normally require sfightly
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,
"The rear of the freezer compartment isslightly
colder than the fronL
EN
4
Suggested Storage Times
Tips on freezing foods
DAYS MONTHS
IN IN
Eating quality drops
after time shown
Fresh Meats
Roasls(Beef & Lamb) ...................
Roasts(Pork & Veal) ...........................
Steaks(Beef) ...........................
Chops (Lamb) ............................
Chops (Pork) .......................
Ground & Stew Meats .................
Variety Meals ..........................
Sausage (Pork} ............................
Processed Meats
Bacon ..........................................
Frankfurters ...........................
Ham (Whole) ..................................
Ham (Half) .................................
Ham (Slices) ....................................
Luncheon Meats ...........................
Sausage (Smoked) ...................
Sausage (Dry & Semi-Dry) ..........
Cooked Meats
Cooked Meats and
Meat Dishes ...............................
Gravy & Meat Broth .....................
Fresh Poultry
Chicken & Turkey (Whole) ...........
Chicken (Pieces) .................................
Turkey (Pieces) ........................
Duck & Goose (Whole) ...............
Giblets .................................
Cooked Poultry
Pieces (Covered wilh Brolh} ...........
Pieces (Not Covered) .....................
Cooked Poultry Dishes .................
Fried Chicken .................................
(Other than for meats & poultry)
Most fruiJsand vegetables ................................ 8-12 months
Lean fish .................................................................... 6-8 months
Fatty fish, rolls and breads,
soups,stew, casseroles .............................. 2-3 months
Cakes, pies, sandwiches,
leftovers (cooked),
Ice cream (originalcarton) ............................. t month max,
REFRIGERATOR FREEZER
AT AT
35 ° to 40°F. 0°F.
3to5 6to 12
3to5 4to8
3to5 6to 12
3 to 5 6 to 9
3to5 3to4
1to2 3to4
] to2 3to4
"fto2 I to2
7 1
7 ]/2
7 ] to2
3to5 ] to2
3 I to2
3 to 5 Freezing
7 not recom-
14 to 21 mended
3to4 2to3
! to2 2to3
I to2 12
1to2 9
1to2 6
1to2 6
1to2 3
1to2 6
3 to4 1
31o4 4to6
3 to4 4
FREEZER
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 lessculling and sorting to do,
3. Use food wraps designed especially for
freezing.
To freeze meat, fish and poultry, wrap well in
freezer-weight foil (or other heavy-duty wrapping
material) Forming itcarefully 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,
Forconvenience...
• Store like things together, This saves both time and
electricity because you can find foods faster
• Place the oldest itemsup front so they can be used
up promptly,
" Use door shelves or bins for most often used items,
To save money in energy and food costs.,,
• Cover moist foods with tight lids, plastic film or foil,
° Leaf vegetables and fruits placed in drawers will last
longer when stored inclosed plastic containers or
wrapped in plastic film.,
° Do not overload your fresh food or freezer
compartment with a lot of warm food at once,
- Open the doors the fewest times possible to save
electrical energy
• When going out of town for several days, leave
as bw perishables as possible in the refrigerator
If your refrigerator has an icemaker, move the
icemaker feeler arm to the STOP (up) position and
shut off water to the refrigerator,,
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 Coun_'y Extension Service or
your local Utility Company for the latest information
on freezing and storing foods°
5
Shelvesand 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,
1"oremove 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 heighL 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
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lockinto place
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 sJide_
Two-Position Freezer Shelf (onsome models)
F_uitand Vegetable Drawers (onsomemodels)
The Nice 'N Fresh drawer isdesigned to keep
unwrapped foods fresh by retaining the natural
moisture content of foods such as:
• Artichokes • Celery • Lettuce
• Asparagus • Cherries - Parsley
• Beets,topped - Cam oPeas,green
• Blueberries • Currants • Plums
•Carrots • Greens,leafy
As in any refrigerated storage area, it is recommended
that foods with strong odors be stored wrapped-foods
suchas:
• Brussels • Broccoli • Cauliflower ' Turnips
Sprouts • Cabbage • Green onions • Parsnips
The Crisper isdesigned to provide lower humidity
storage for items such as:
• Apples - Nectarines - Raspberries • Strawberries
• Apricots • Oranges • Squash, " Tangerines
• Grapes - Peaches summer
• Mushrooms - Pears
• Radishes
• Rhubarb
• Spinach
•Tomatoes,
rlpe
This shelf can be relocated
for extra storage flexibility
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 itouL To reinstall the shelf, first insert
one end and then the other into the second set of holes,
Handi_Keeper (onsomemodels)
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 Itcan
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,
6
Ice Service
Automatic Icemaker
(on icemaker-equipped models)
If your refrigerator is
operated before water is
connected to the icemaker,
keep the icemaker feeler arm
in the STOP (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 elected from the mold into the
ice storage bin by means of a sweeper arm. lcemaking
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.
Icemaker
Ice Star/ageBin
Feeler Arm in
STOP (up)
position
Feeter Arm in
ON (down)
position
Move feeler arm to STOP (up) position when:
• the home water supply is to be off for several hours.
• the ice storage bin is to be removed for a period of time.
" going away on vacation, (Also turn off the valve in the
water supply fine 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 (on models without automatic icemaker)
To release ice cubes, turn the tray upside down,
hold it over a container, and twist both ends_
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,
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 will 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 green-
bluish color 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. Jfyour
ice cubes are discolored, discard them and contact your
Sears Service Center.
Water Filter Accessory
(optional at extra cost)
Your ice cubes can only be as fresh4asting as the water
that produces them. That's why it's a good idea |o purify
the water with a water filter°
The water filter is an optional part at extra cost and is
available from your Sears Service Centen 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 is also available from
your Sears store or Sears Service Center.
See Automatic Icemaker Water Line Installation
Requirements on next page
7
Ice Service
Icemaker Water Line
Installation Requirements
You will need a shutoff valve, two
1/4" O,D, compression nuts, two
compression sleeves and enough
1/4" O, Docopper tubing to connect
refrigerator to water source (Your
Sears Store or Catalog Sales Office
has a kit available with a saddle-
type shutoff valve and copper
tubing Before purchasing, make
sure a saddle-type valve complies
with your' local plumbing codes,)
CAUTION: Do not install icemaker
tubing in areas where temperatures
fall below freezing,
1. Find a 3/8" to 1"vertical COLD
water pipe near the refrigerator
When it is necessary to connect into
a horizgntal water pipe, make the
connection to the top or side, rather
than at the bottom to avoid drawing
off any sediment from the water pipe
2. Measure from INLET on rear of
refrigerator to water pipe Add 7
feet to allow for moving refrigerator
for cleaning This isthe length of
1/4" O D copper tubing you will
need for the job (length from water
valve to water pipe PLUS7 feet),
Be sure both ends of copper tubing
are cut square,
3. Turn OFF main water supply,
Turn on nearest faucet long enough
to clear line of water,
CAUTION: When using any
electrical device (such as a power
drill) to facilitate installation, be
sure the device isinsulated or
wired in a manner to prevent the
hazard of electrical shock
4. Using a grounded drill, drill a
3/16" hole in the vertical cold
water pipe you have selected
Typical
ways to
connect
to water
supply
Through float Under sink to Through wall incrawl
to basement cold water to utilib, room space under
coldwate_pipe pipe coldwaterpipe house
PiPE
SHUTOFF
VALVE,
INLET
VERTICAL
COLD WATER
I PIPE
5. Fastenshutoff valve to cold water
pipe with pipe clamp Be sure inlet
end is solidly in 3/] 6" drilled hole
in water pipe and washer is under
pipe clamp,, Tighten packing nut,
Tighten pipe clamp screws carefully
and evenly so washer makes a
watertight connection Do not
overtighten or you may crush
copper tubing, especially if soft
copper tubing is used Now you are
ready to connect the copper tubing,
t
COMPRESSION
SHUTOFF
VALVE (_
°°!
PACKINGNUT /
OUTLET
VALVE
6. Slip compression sleeve and
compression nut on copper tubing
as shown above Insert end of
tubing into outlet end squarely as far
as itwill go. Screw compression nut
to outlet end with adjustable
wrench, Do not overtighten, Turn
ON main water supply and flush out
tubing until water is clear,_Turn OFF
shutoffvalve on water pipe, You are
nov,,ready to connect other end of
1/4" copper tubing to water valve
on back of refrigerator,
SLEEVE
t/4" TUBETO SHUTOFF
VALVE
NUT
TUBING
CLAMP
REFRIGERATORCONNECTION
7. The water valve (supplied in the
icemaker kit, if not already on your'
model) has a compression fitting
protruding through the compressor
compartment cover at the rear
ofthe refrigerator, Assemble
compression nut on compression
fittingas shown above, Insert end
of tubing into connector and tighten
compression nuL Besure end of
tubing issquare in connector and
isinsertedas far as itwill go, Do not
overtighten, Be sure there is enough
extra tubing (coiled intothree turns
of about I0" diameter) to allow
refrigerator to move out from wall
after instaIlation_Secure tubing in
metal clamp at top right corner' of
compressor compartment cover_
8. Turn shutoff valve ON. TIGHTEN
ANY CONNECTIONS OR NUTS
THAT LEAK,
9. Copper tubing may now be
fastened to baseboard
10. Your ice cubes can onty be as
fresh-tasting as the water that
produces them, That's why it isa
good idea to purify the water with
a water filter,,The water Filteris an
optional part at extra cost and is
available from the Sears Service
Center_ Order Filter No,. 978488
and install at the inlet water' tube
connection
11. Water Pressure Limitations:
Not below (15 PS t,,)or above
(125 P.S_I), If a problem occurs,
call your Utility Company
IMPORTANT: It may take up to 24
hours for your icemaker to begin
producing ice
The first few batches of ice cubes
should be thrown away, so that
remaining impurities in the water
line will be flushed out
Features
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AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER
OR PROVISION FOR ONE_
If your refrigerator has an
automatic icemaker, see page 7
for operating instructions If not,
you may add one, An automatic
icemaker accessory kit is available
from your Sears store or Sears
Service Center
USE AND CARE
Information you'l! want to
know is right on the
refrigera!or, including
everyday care
TEMPERATURE
CONTROLS
Set Freezer control at "C,"
Fresh Food control at "5."
They may need adjusting
later, See page 4.
MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBER
You'it find these numbers
here. To order repair parts,
see the parts list that came
with your refrigerator, or
take these numbers to your
nearest Sears Service Center
and they wilt help ,ou
HANDI-KEEPER
MEAT DRAWER
Provides convenient storage
for temporary meats you
do not want to freeze as
welt as snacks, hors d'oeuvres,
lunch meat, bacon, cheese
and spreads_
POWER MISER /
Reduces amount of electricity
required to operate the refrigerator
when pushed to the left position_
Reduces or eliminates moisture on
outside of refrigerator when pushed
to the right.
ADJUSTABLE : : :
[--FREEZER SHELVES :
Suppo,icestorageofproper
_level inicemaker-equipped models,
_adiust up or down for extra storage
flex bil iinmodelswithicetrays.
ISome models have half.width multi-
_position shelves, others:have a full-
width two:position shelf.
.... i i : :i i
The right drawer has been designed
to allow higher air flow to provide
Dower humidity levels for most fruits.
FRESH DRAWER
The left drawer is sealed to maintain
higher humidity levels
recommended for unwrapped
foods and most vegetables. Always
return it to the left position and push
it all the way in.
FLEXIBLE ICE CUBE TRAYS
Twist both ends of these trays and
ice cubes empty into a container or
cubes can be lifted out one by one.
Only on models without an
automatic icemaker.
DOOR GASKETS
Doors close quietly, and gaskets
seal tightlywhen the refrigerator is
level-see page 3.
Dual-usage bin holds two dozen
eggs in their cartons, or stores an
extra supply of ice cubes in the
freezer for special occasions,
Door stays open while
bin is in use, provides
easy access to dairy
products
BIN
Covered compartment
helps keep butter and
similar products at the
right consistency for easy
spreading..
SHELVES
These shelves letyou
arrange-and
rearrange-the interior of
your refrigerator to meet
your ever-changing food
storage needs,
SHELVES
Shelves on both doors
keep frequently-used
items within easy reach
Move where needed on door
t shelvesto keep items such as small
I bottles and jars so they won't tip,
spill or slide
TEXTURED STEELDOORS
Touch the textured doors; they
won't show fingerprints.
NO DEFROSTING
It isnot necessary to defrost the
freezer or fresh food compartments
Your refrigerator is designed and
equipped to defrost itself
automat!call y_
Energy-Saving Tips
• Don't open the doors more often than necessary
• Close the doors as soon as possible, particularly in hot,
humid weather.
• Keep the Power Miser Switch in the left position unless
moisture forms on the cabinet in hot, humid weather.
• 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
• Store only those foods requiring refrigeration inyour
refiigerator.
• Wipe moisture from bottles and cartons before putting
them in the refrigerator_
• Keep foods covered to reduce moisture buildup inside
the refrigerator_
• 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 coolo
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 tightly
dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid
dishwashing detergent. Dry and potish 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 new4ooking and rust-free for years
Apply a coat of kitchen appliance wax when the
refrigerator is new and then at ]east twice a year..
Use warm water and baking soda solution-about a
tablespoon of baking soda-to a quart of water. This both
cleans and neutralizes odors.. Rinsethoroughly 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, After cleaning door
gaskets, apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the door
gaskets at the hinge side This helps keep the gaskets
from sticking and bending out of shape_ Do not use
cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking
soda inthe rear of the refrigerator, on the top shel[
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 islocated
behind the base grille.. For
most efficient operation, you
need to keep the condenser
clean Turn temperature
control to OFF, Remove the
base grille, 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_
Inside
Clean the inside of the fresh food and freezer
compartments at least once a year. Unplug the
refrigerator before deaning_ tf this is not practical,
wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when
cleaning around switches, lights or contro&
Storage Drowers
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
t0
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:
1. Remove the drawer
farthest from the door.
2. Remove the other
drawer.
3o Remove the glass
cover. Reach in, push the
front of the glass cover up
and, at the same time, pull
itforward as far as it will
come Tilt itand take it out
4. Remove the
drawer frame.
(Always remove the glass
cover before you take out the
drawer frame )
Lift the frame off the supports
at each side and back, pull it
forward, tilt it and take it out
To replace:
1. Lower the frame until it
rests on the supports at
each side and back.
2. Replace the drawers.
Ifyou removed the drawer
slide, replace it with the
sloped end at the fronL
a. Slide one side of the
drawer onto the drawer slide
b. Move the slide and drawer
all the way to thehinge side unfit the other side of the
drawer rests on the frame
c. Slide the other drawer into place
3. Replace the glass cover, pushing itsrear edge firmly
into the rear frame channel and gently lowering the front
into place
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
itout
Light Bulb Replacement
Unplug refrigerator before replacing a light bulb.
Fresh hod compartmenL 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 compartmenL On some models, an appliance
bulb is located at the top right, rear of the Freezer
compartment, behind a snap-out light shield Replace
with same_size, same-_ype 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 interiorwith 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 betow 55 ° F.,follow the
same instructions as for extended vacations,
If your refrigerator has an icemaker, move the
icemaker feeler arm to the STOP (up) position and be
sure to shutoff the water supply to the refrigerator
When you move
Disconnect the power cord Fromthe 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 You Call for Service
Save time and money. Check this list of causes of minor
operating problems you can correct yourself,
Refrigerator does not operate
• May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate
for about 30 minutes,
• Temperature control in OFF position.
- If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be
ptugged in at wall outlet,
° tfplug is secure and refrigerator fails to operate, plug
lamp into same outlet to determine if there istripped
circuit breaker or burned out fuse.,
Motor operates for long periods
• Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a
larger freezer require more operating time
• Normal when refrigerator isfirst delivered to your home-
usually requires 24 hours to completely cool down,
• Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be
cooled or frozen_
• Hot weather_-frequent door openings_
• Door left open_
• Temperature controls settoo cold,,
• Condenser needs cJeaning
° Check ENERGY-SAVING TIPS
Motor starts and stops frequently
. Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain
even temperatures_ This is norma!
Vibration or rattling
* If refrigerator vibrates, more than likely it isnot resting
solidly on the floor. The front roller screws need adiusting,
or floor is weak or uneven Refer to Starting The
Refrigerator section
° Ifdishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them Slight
vibration is normal_
Operating sounds
• The high speed compressor motor required to maintain
near zero temperatures in the large freezer compartment
may produce higher sound levels than your old refrigerator.
• Normal fan air flow-one fan blows cold air through the
refrigerator and freezer compartments-another fan cools
the compressor motor
• TheseNORMAL soundswill also be heard from time to
time:
-Defrost timer switch clicks at defrost
-Defrost water dripping
-Temperature controt clicks ON or OFE
-Refrigerant boiling or gurgfing.
-Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by
expansion and contraction during defrost and
refrigeration following defrost.
-Ice cubes dropping into the bin and water running in
pipes as icemaker refills.
Hot air from bottom of refrigerator
• Normal air flow cooling motor. In the refrigeration
process, it is normal that heat be expetted in the area
under the refrigerator. Some floor coverings will discolor
at these normal and safe operating temperatures. Your
floor covering supplier should be consulted if you object
to this discoloration. 12
Foods dry out
• Foods not covered, wrapped or' sealed properly
Fresh food or' freezer compartment temperature too
warm
• Temperature controls not set cold enough..
" Warm weather-frequent door' openings.
• Door left open for long time..
• Package may be holding door open or blocking air
duct in freezer compartment_
Frost or ice crystals on frozen food
• Door may have been left ajar or"package holding
door open
• Too frequent or too long door openings.
• Frostwithin package is normal,
Slow ice cube freezing
• Door may have been left aiar_
• Set temperature of freezer compartment colder
Ice cubes have odor/taste
• Old cubes need to be discarded. Empty ice bin every
30 days.
• Ice storage bin needs to be washed.
• Unsealed packages in refrigerator and/or freezer
compartments may be transmitting odor/taste to ice
cubes.
• Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning.
Automatic icemaker does not work
• lcemaker feeler arm in STOP (up) position.
•Water supply turned off or not connected
• Freezer compartment too warm
• Cubes too small-water shutoff valve connecting
refrigerator to home water line may be clogged_
• Sometimes cubes fuse to the side of the ice mold and
hold the Feelerarm in the STOP (up) position. Remove this
ice to restart the icemaker,
oPiled up cubes in storage bin may cause icemaker to
shut off prematurely With icemaker feeler arm in STOP
(up) position, level cubes in bin by hand..
• When levefing cubes by hand, you may have pushed
the feeler arm into the STOP (up) position by mistake,
Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator
• Not unusual during periods of high humidity_
• Move Power Miser Switch to the right,.
Moisture collects inside
• Too frequent or too long door openings
• In humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator
when doors are opened.
Refrigerator has odor
- Foods with strong odors should be tightly covered.
• Check for spoiled food
• Interior needscleaning. Referto Care and Cleaning section.
• Defrost water" system needs cleaning.
• Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator; replace
every three months
Interior light does not work
• No power at outlet
• Lightbulb needs replacing SeeCare and Cleaning section.
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
• Read these instructions alt the way through before
you start
• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint
• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using
them in the wrong places
• Provide a non-scratching work surface for the doors
• Caution: Do not let either door drop to the floor
To do so could damage the door stop
Toolsrequired
• T20 or T25 Torxdriver,
whichever your
model requires
" Masking tape
- Puttyknife or thin-bladed screwdriver (end of tool should
be covered with tape to help prevent scratching paint}
" 3/8" socketand ratchet
(a 6-point socket is
recommended)
• Phillips screwdriver
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--Removlng the freezer door
(a) Tape door shut with
masking tape
(b) With Phillips screwdriver,
remove hinge cover With a
Torxdriver, remove 2 Torx Relocate
screws that hold the top
hinge to the cabinet
(c) Lifthinge (and shim glued
to it) straight up to free the
hinge pin from the socket in
the top of the door
Top
(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 3--Removing the fresh food door
(a) Tape door shut with t
masking tape.. Plastic _._--,--,_
(b) Remove the hinge washer ,
pin with a 3/8" socket
and ratchet Hinge
(¢) Remove tape and tilt
the door away from the
cabinet Remove and
save the washer on
the hinge pin
(d) Lift the door straight
up to free its bottom
socket from the pin in
the bottom hinge bracket
hinge r
bracket
I
Transferring the bottom hinge
(a) Remove the base
grille° Grasp it at the
bottom and pull it
straight out
(b) Using aTorxdriver,
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
Bottom right
Plastic
washer
_Botlom left
Plastic
washer
(continued next page)
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Reversing Door Swing (continued)
Transferring the center hinge bracket
® %
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..
Donot remove
Transferring door handles
Freezer door
Handle
(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.
(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'
. ,. ,,
(_ 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.
ii
Long Handle
(a) Transfer two screws in bottom left of door' to
opposite side. (Wait until handle is moved before
reinstalling front screw. )
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Short Handle
Plugbutton
11
i 1
Handle
Plug button
"_ Handleplug
(b) Remove two screws holding handle to top of door
(c) Remove handle plug, using putty knife, and
remove screw underneath,
(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 ctoor 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
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 isin 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,
(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
Pfasti_
Plastic washer
Rehanging the freezer door
Center
hinge pin
t
Transferring door stops
Doorstop
(a) Remove metal door stop on bottom right of
each door,
(b) Replace door stops on left side offer handles
have been moved,
Plastic i
(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 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, ifdefective in material or workmanship.
FULLRVE-YEARWARRANTY
ON SEALED REFRMGERATIONSYSTEM
Forfive years from date of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated and
maintained according to owner_ 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, ifdefective in material or workmanship.
The above warranty coverage applies only to refrigerators which
are used for storage of food for private household purposes.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BYCONTACTING THE
NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.
Thiswarranty applies only while thisproduct is in use in the United States;
This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept. 731CR-W, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684
SEARS SERVICE IS AT YOUR SERVICE
Your Kenmore has added value when you consider
that Sears has nationwide service unitsstaffed by
Sears-trained technicians...professional technicians
specifically trained to service SEARSappliances,
having the parts, tools and equipment to insure that we
meet our pledge toyou..."We Service What We Sell."
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept. 731CR-W, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684
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BUY A SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Sears Kenmore refrigerators are designed, builtand
tested for years of dependable use. Yetany modern
appliance may need service from time to time. The
Sears warranty plus the Sears maintenance
agreement give protection from unexpected repair'
bills.Contact your salesperson or nearest service
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