Kenmore 3639738715, 3639735719 Owner’s Manual

Contents

• English Version ............:............................................. 2

• Version franc aise ........................................................19

• Versi6n espafiol ................................................. 39

- Safety Instructions ......................... 2

Grounding Requirements ..........................................2, 3

• Starting the Refrigerator ............................................3, 4

• Adjusting the Controls .................................................4

- Food Storage Suggestions .................................... 4, 5

• Features ....................................................................... 8

• Ice Service _................................................................9, 10

• Care and Cleaning .i............................................11, 12

"Vacation and Moving Precautions ............................ ] 3

° Energy-Saving Tips .......................................................14

• Before You Call for Service .................................. "J,4, 15

• Reversing Door Swing .............................:........... 16-t 8

° Warranty .......................................................Back Cover

Please record the mode number seriar number and date you purchased your Kenmore refrigerator in the

Space below. See page 8 for model and seriaJ number location.

Model Number Serla[ Number Date of Purchase

SEARS,ROEBUCK AND CO., Hoffman Estates,iL60179 USA

73141,73148, 73151,73158, 73171,73172, 73175, 73178, 73271,73272, 73275, 73278, 73571,73572, 73575, 73578, 73471,

73472, 73475, 73478, 73851, 73858, 73871, 73878, 7,4171,74178, 7427,1, 74278, 74281, 74282, 74285, 74288, 7717t, 77178, 77871,77878 with Automatic Icemaker.

63141,63148, 6315t, 63158; 63171,63172, 63175, 63178, 63271, 63272, 63275, 63278, 63471, 63472, 63475, 63478, 63571, 63572, 63575, 63578, 6385 t, 63858, 63871,63878, 64171, 64178, 64271,64278, 64281,64282, 64285, 64288, 67] 71. 67178, 67871,67878, equipped for future Automatic Icemaker installation

IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

using

WARNING--When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the

• This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Attention Installer

Instructions before it isused. See grounding

either the plug or Connector end.

• When moving your refrigerator away from

the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage

particularly when hands are damp or wet. Skin may

adhere to the extremely cold surfaces.

• Ifyour refrigerator has an icemaker, do not place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is burned-out ight bulb may breakwhen being replaced_) plugged in. Thiswill help protect you Frompossible NOTE: Moving contro_ to OFF position does not remove

injury, t will als0 prevent interference with the moving power to the light circuiL

parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating

element that releases the cubes. SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

" 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

cold-below 40°E (4°C$ "' .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 ff

the odor or color of any food ispoor or questionable, get rid of iLThe food may be dangerous to eaL

"Even partial thawing and refreezing reduce the eating quality of foods, particularly Fruits,vegetables and prepared foods. The eating quafity 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 children.

• Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on

the shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage

the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

- Unplug your refrigerator before making any repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend that any

servicing be performed by a qualified individua]

- 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

Grounding Requirements important--Please read carefully.

To connect 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 wilh a standard three- prong (grounding} wall outlet (Fig 1) to minimize the

possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance

SURE PROPER

Have wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified e_ectrician to make sure outlet is properly grounded

Where a standard two-prong walt 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 toa properly grounded two-prong wall outlet by use of a UL listed adapter (Fig.

2) availabte at most local hardware stores.

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 car&

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 isgrounded

through the house wiring, You should have circuit

checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet

isproperly grounded. When disconnecting the power cord from the

adapter, always hold the adapter with one hand Ifthis

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.

TEMPORARYMETHOD

_ADA_RPLUGSNOTr_-_-_ PERMrrr_oINC_NADA_tt_fl

AUGnU_RCE ilh1I'i_I I

PROtqG/SLOTS

iNSURE PROPER

GROUND AND

!!g2 11 BEFORE USE

Use of Extension Cords

Because of potential safety hazards under certain

conditions, we strongty 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-wlre grounding type appliance extension cord

having a grounding type plug and outlet and thatthe

electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum)

and 120 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 it when it is [ully loaded

• Do not install it where the temperature will go below

60°E (t 6°C.) because it will 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" (19 ram)

Top ............................................ !" (25 ram)

Back .......................................... 1" (25 ram)

For deep door models, leave 1y_" (44 mm) door clearance on the hinge side if the refrigerator is installed against the wall.

Leveling

Adjustable rollers behind the base grille enable you to

move the refrigerator away from the wal! 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 adiusting screws cloclo, vise 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" (19 ram)from the floor..

. To replace the base grille, line up the prongs on the grille with the

.clamps on the refrigerator

and push brward until the grille snaps into place°

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Starting the Refrigerator Uont nuedl

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 Ifthe 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 compartment Check it after a day If it's too hard or too

soft, adjust the temperature controls_ Turning your household thermostat below 60°F.

(16°C.) 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 Forthe 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 "5" 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 soth_n rno_stu_p_arso_,e,_0_orl temperature control 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 Miser Switch to the right. The Iow,_

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

• 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,

' Carefully wrap to expel air and help prevent mold

• Store pre-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

• Covering vegetables with a moist towel helps maintain

crispness

• As a further aid to freshness, pre_packaged vegetables

can be stored in their original wrapping.

Suggested Storage Times

Tips on freezing foods

DAYS MONTHS

IN IN

Eating quality drops

after time shown

Fresh Meats

Roasts(Beef&Lamb) ............. 3 1o5 6to t2

Roasts(Pork & Veal) ................... 3 to 5 4 to 8

Steaks (Beef) ................................ 3 to 5 6 to 12

Chops (Lamb) .................... 3 to 5 6 to 9

Chops (Pork) .............................. 3 to 5 3 to 4

Ground & Stew Meats ............. I to 2 3 to 4

Variety Meats ............... I to 2 3 to 4

Sausage (Pork) ............... t to 2 1 to 2

Processed Meats

Bacon ...................................... 7 t

Frankfurters .................................. 7 1/2

Ham (Whole) .............................. 7 I to 2

Ham (Half) ....................................... 3 to 5 I to 2

Ham (Slices) .......................... 3 t to 2

Luncheon Meats ........................... 3 to 5 Freezing

Sausage (Smoked) ........................ 7 not recom-

Sausage (Dry & Semi-Dry) .......... ] 4 to 21 mended.

Cooked Meats Cooked Meats _nd

Meat Dishes ............................... 3 to 4 2 to 3

Gravy & Meat Broth ............... I to 2 2 to 3

Fresh Poultry

Chicken & Turkey (Whole) ....... t to 2 12

Chicken (Pieces) ............................. 1to 2 9

Turkey (Pieces)........................ t to 2 6

Duck & Goose (Whole) ................. 1 to 2 6

Giblets ........................................... 1to 2 3

Cooked Poultry

Pieces (Covered with Broth) .... 1to 2 6

Pieces (Not Covered) ................. 3 to 4 _

Cooked Poultry Dishes .................. 3 Io 4 4 to 6

Fried Chicken ........................... 3 to 4 4

(Other than for meats & poultry) FREEZER

Mosl fruitsand vegetables ............................ 8.12 months

Lean Fish........................................................ 6_8 months

Fattyfish, rolls and breads,

soups, stew; casseroles ................... 2-3 months

Cokes, pies, sandwiches,

leftovers(cooked),

Ice cream (original carton) .................. 1 month max

REFRIGERATOR FREEZER

AT AT

35° to 40°F. 0°Fo

(2 ° to 4°C.) (-18°C_)

Meats, fish and poultry purchased from the store vary in

quality and age; consequently, safe storage times inyour refrigerator will vary,

New techniques are constantly being developed,

Consult the College or Count':,,Extension Service or your local Utility Company for the latest information

on freezing and storing 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 wilf be, with tess culling and sorting to do_,

3. Use food wraps designed especially for freezing.

To store ice cream-Fine-quality ice cream, with high

cream content, wilt normally require slightly lower temperatures than more "airy" akeady-packaged

brands with low cream content

• It will be necessary to experiment todetermine 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 frontL To freeze meat, fish and poultry, wrap well in

freezer-weight foil (or other heavy-duty wrapping material) forming it carefully to the shape of the contents This expels air,, FoCaland 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,

For convenience,.,

" 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

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 foilr

• Leaf vegetables and fruits placed in drawers win last longer when stored in closed plastic containers or

wrapped in plastic film,

• Do not overload your fresh food or freezer compartment with a lot of warm hod at once.

" Open the doors the fewest times possib!e to save

electrical energy,,

• When going out of town for several days, leave as few 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,

Shelves and Storage Drawers

AdjustabJb Shelves

Shelves in the fresh food and freezer compartments 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 sheJfuntil it locks

into position Wire shelves (on some models)

are adjustable in the same manner-

d[] lt,l

/ Lift up _j_

_and out_

D oooool..la.J

top lug _'T_[_ _ j

Door Shelves (onsomemodels)

Shelves on both doors keep frequentfy-used items within easy reach

Removable Door Bins ...____._.ll_,,..---]

Storage Bin (on some models)

This removable tibout bin can be located on the fresh food

or freeze¥ compartment door.

It has been designed for convenient storage of those frequently-used items that do

not fit easily into a door bin

or soon-to-be-used items that

require covered storage to

keep from drying out.

_Push up

"[o open, push the latch up and pull the bin handle

forwardL

To avoid damaging the refrigerator, make sure

the bin is closed and Iatched before closing the

refrigerator door.

Adiustable bins on fresh food

and freezer compartment [on some models) ...__

doors can easily be carried from the refrigerator to the

work area

To remove: Slide bin forward on molded supports until it

comes completely out of the door

To relocate: Select desired shelf height, engage bins in

the molded supports of the door, and s_idein, Bin wilt hook in place

Dividers are designed to give

you storage flexibility in

DivJders(°ns°mem°dels) _ I¢ __

removable bins and on your fresh food door shelves Items t

such as salad dressings, steak _ _ sauces and other condiments

can now be kept securely against the door liner to help

prevent tipping, spilling or sliding. Place index finger and middle finger on either side of the

divider near the front and simply move it back and forth

to fit your needs

Bin housir

To remove the bin, lift up and out of the bin housing

To relocate the Storage Bin unit, lift the bin housing up and out of the molded supports on the door, move itto

the desired new location, and lower it onto the molded supports on the door, You do not have to remove the bin

from the housing when relocating the Storage Bin unit

Two-Position Freezer Shelf (onsome models)

Thisshelf can be relocated for extra storage flexibifity

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

Use of Optional Door Modules (forsomemodels)

CAUTION-.You may purchase optional door modules for certain models from your Sears store When you odd them toyour refrigerator doors, do not use more than 3 Tilt 'N Store unitsdue to possible tip-over of the refrigerator You may useother modules in addition to the Tilt'N Store units_

Sealed Crisper Drawer (onsomemodels)

This drawer is designed

to keep unwrapped foods fresh by retaining

the natural moisture content of foods such as:

CAUTION: Dishes and lids are not designed for use in the regular oven, on the range-top or in the

broiler. Such use can be hazardous.

Crisper Drawer (onsome models)

This drawer is designed to provide lower humidity storage for items such as:

•Apples -Nectarines °Raspberries "Strawberries "Apricots _Oranges • Squash, •Tangerines ,Grapes °Peaches Summer

•Mushrooms -Pears

Adjustable Humidity Drawers (onsome models)

These drawers have

individual, adjustable humidity controls that let you

regulate the amount of cold air entering the drawers

Slide the controls all the way to VEG setting and the drawer provides higher humidity levels recommended

for most vegetables Stide the controls all the way to FRUITS setting

and the drawer provides lower humidity levels recommended for most fruits.

!!..... ______

I_-_--__

Artichokes _Celery •Lettuce _Radishes

•Asparagus _Cherries " Parsley _Rhubarb

•Beets,topped •Corn "Peas,green _Spinach °Blueberries _Currants _PhJms _Tomatoes,

•Carrots •Greens, leafy npe As in any refrigerated storage area, foods with strong

odors should be stored wrapped-foods such as:

•Brussels • Broccoli _Cauliflower _Turnips Sprouts oCabbage ° Green Onions • Parsnips

Handi Dishes (onsome models)

Cooking_serving-storage I I dishes with durable see- _" ,

through lids fit into a rack that

hangs on the fresh food or freezer compartment door, Dishes can be removed from and returned to the rack as

needed, and the rack can be removed and relocated on either door in the same manner as the door bins above

Dishes and lids are safe for use in microwave ovens, refrigerators, freezers, and are dishwasher-safe. The

dishes should not be used for cooking high-fat foods such as bacon and higbsugar foods such as candy and syrup

The high temperatures of the fat and sugar can cause

bubbles to form on the inside of the dish

Adjustable Temperature Meat Keeper

(on some mode}s)

This drawer isdesigned for lunch meats, 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 altaches can be relocated at any

level to suit your food storage needs

When this drawer is

placed in the top 6 slots

on the left side and the

lever is set at COLDEST, air from the freezer is forced

around the drawer to keep it very cold

The variable temperature control lever lets you

regulate the amount of cold air surrounding the drawer

When the lever is all the way up, the damper over the

opening in the drawer is fully open to provide the coldest storage area_

When the lever is all the way down, the damper is fuIly closed Normal rekigerator temperatures will be

maintained_

Various in-between settings may be selected

Features

AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER

OR PROVISION FOR ONE if your refrigerator has an automatic

'_cemakersee operating instructions. If not, you may add one. An automatic icemaker accessory kit is available from you r Sears store or

Sears Service Center.

USE AND CARl

Information you'll want

to know is right on the

refrigerator, including

everyday care.

TEMPERATURE

CONTROLS

Set Freezer control at "C" and Fresh Food controt at

"5'.' They may need adjusting later.

Drawer provides convenient storage for temporary meats you do

not want to freeze as well as snacks, lunch meats,

bacon, cheese and spreads. An adjustable

temperature control on some models letsyou

regulate the amount of Cold air surrounding the

d rawer.

MODELAND SERIAL

NUMBER LOCATION--

You'll find thesenumbers here.To order repair parts,see the parts listihat

came with your refrigerator, or take - thesenumbers toyour nearest Sears Service Center and they wilt help you.

FLEXIBLE ICE CUBE TRAYS Twist both ends of these trays and ice cubes empty into a container or

cubes can be liftedout one by one.

NO DEFROSTING

Itisnot necessary to defrost thefreezer

or fresh food cornpartments. Your

refrigerator isdesigned and equipped

to defrost itself automatically ....

POWER MISER SWITCH

FREEZER SHELVES ,Reducesamount of electricity Support ice storage bin at proper required to operate the refrigerator level in icemaker-equipped models, when pushed to the left position

adjust up or down for extra storage Reduces or eliminates moisture on flexibility in models with ice trays, outside of refrigerator when pushed Some models have half-width multi- to the right.

position shelves others have a full-

width two-positionshelf.

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

(on some models)

Removable bins on the doors

keep frequently used food itemswithin easy reach.

I I

(on some models) Shelves on both doors keep

frequently-used items within easy reach.

CRISPER DRAWER (on some models)

This sealed drawer has been

designed to allow higher air flow

Move ilwhere needed on door bins tokeep small itemssuch as small bottles and jars so they won't tip, spill

or slide.

(on some models)

to provide bwer humidity levels for most fruits. An ad ustable humidity

control, on models that haVe one" lets you regulate the amount of

colcJair entering lhe drawer.

-- ADJUSTABLE SHELVES IN REFRIGERATOR

Shelves Jetyou arrange-and rearrange-the interior of your

-- SEALED CRISPER DRAWER (on some models)

refrigerator to meet your ever_ changing hod storage needs

The left drawer is sealed to maintain higher humid ty Ievels

for unwrapped foods and most vegetables. An adjustable humidity

control on some models lets you

-- MAGNETIC DOOR GASKETS Doors dose quietly, and gaskets seal

tightly when the refrigerator is level- see "Starting the Refrigerator"

regulate the amount of cold air entering the drawer.

--TEXTURED STEELDOORS Touch the textured doors; they won't

show fingerprints.

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 slot u _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 theicemaker and move the feeler arm to the

ON (down) position

The ice cube mold wilt

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 intothe ice st6rage bin by means of a sweeper arm Icemaking

wil! continue until the feeler arm senses that there are

enough cubes in the bin and halts the operation temporarity. 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 isin operation, throw away

the first few batches of ice cubes° This will flush

away any impuritiesin the water line Do the same thing after vacations or long periods when ice isn't used

Move feeler arm to STOP (up) position when:

• the home water supply is to be off for several hmJrs

•the ice storage bin isto be removed for a period

of time

. going away on vacation. (Also turn off the vofve in the

water supply line to the refrigerator,)

tcemaker Feeler Arm in

o_itian

Ice Storage Bin

FeelerArm in

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 wilt 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,

ho_d itover a container, and twist both ends.

For only one or two ice cubes, leave the tray right-

side up, lwist 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 fresbtasting as the water that produces them That's why

it'sa good idea to purify the water with a

wafer filter The water filter is an optional part at extra

cost and isavailable from your Sears Service Center Order Filter No. 978488 and it may

be installed in minutes_when attached to the inletwater tube connection_

Water Supply Accessory Kit

(optional at extra cost)

A water supp{y 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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Ice Service (continued)

Icemaker Water Line

Installation Requirements

You will need a shutoff valve, two

1/4" OD compression nuts, two

compression sleeves and enough

1/4" 0 D, copper 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" (10 ram) to !"

(25 ram) vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator When it is

necessary to connect into a horizontal 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'

(2 m)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' [2 m])

Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square,

3o Turn OFF main water supply Turn on nearest faucet long enough

to clear line oFwater CAUTION: When using any

electrical device (such as a power drill) to facilitate instalfation, be

sure the device is insulated 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,

ways to connect

to water Typical _ _ __ _

supply

, _,- U Ll

Throughfloor Under sinkto Throughwall tn crawl

_obasement coldwater tou_ililyroom spaceunde_ co_dwater pipe pipe cold water pipe house

SHUTOFF VALVE

5. Fasten shutoff valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp° Be sure inlet

end issolidly in 3/t 6" drilled h01e

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

SHUTOFF F::::

VALVE

PACKING j

NUT /

OUTLET

VALVE

SLEEVE

6. Slip compression sleeve and

compression nut on copper tubing as shown above° Insert end of

tubing into outlet end squarely as far asit will 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

shutoff valve on waler pipe, You are now ready to connect other end of

1/4" copper tubing to water valve

on back of refrigerator

i COMPRESSION

NUT

i/4"TUBETO

SHUTOFF VALVE

1/4" COMPRESSION 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 of the refrigerator Assemble compression nut on compression

fiffin_ as shown above_ Insert end of tubing into connector and tighten

compression nut Be sure end of tubing is square in connector and is inserted as Faras itwill go Do not overtighten Be sure there isenough extra tubing (coiled into three turns of about 10" (25 cm) diameter) to allow refrigerator to move out from wall after instaJlation_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 tubingmay now be fastened to baseboard

10o Your ice cubes can only be as

fresbtasting as the water that

produces them, That's why itis 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 the Sears Service

Center. Order Filter No_ 978488 and install at the inlet water tube connection

11. Water Pressure Limitations: Not below (15 PS L) or above

(125 PSJ.)_ Ira 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

Care and Cleaning

Outside

The door handles and trim can be cleaned with

a cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid dlshwashing 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 detergenL 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 h,vice o year_

Inside

Clean the inside of the fresh food and freezer compartments at least once a year. Unplug the

refrigerator before cleaning_ Ifthis isnot practica!_ wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when

cleaning around switches, lights or controls.

Use warm water and baking soda solution-about a

tablespoon (15 ml) of baking soda to a quart ( 1 L)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_ After cleaning door gaskets, apply a thin layer of petroleum ielly to the door gaskets at the hinge side. This he}ps keep the gaskets from sticking and bending out of shape.

Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves and cold glass

storage drawer cover with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause them

to break.

Behind Refrigerator

Core shoutd be taken in moving your refrigerator away from the wall Atl types of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces Pullthe 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.

When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you

don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply line

Under Refrigerator

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, tt is available at your Sears

store or service center. This easy cleaning operation

should be done at least once a year.

(continued nex! page_

To help 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.

Care and Cleaning (continued}

Storage Drawers

Drawers at the bottom of the fresh Foodcompartment will stop before coming all the way out of the refrigerator to help prevent contents from spilling onto the flOOrrThe drawers can be removed easily by lifting the sides up slightly while pulling the drawers past the "stop" location

To remove the drawers and their cover when the fresh

food compartment door cannot be opened fully:

1. Remove the drawer farthest from the door.

2. Remove the other drawer. On models with a bottom

door shelf that blocks the other drawer, slide the other

drawer toward the middle and remove it

3. Remove the glass cover. Reach in, push the front of the glass cover up

and, at the same time, pull it forward as far as it will

come. Tilt it and take it out

To replace:

1. Lower the frame until it

rests on the supports at each side and back°

2o Replace the drawers.

If you removed the drawer

slide, replace it with the sloped end at the fronL

a. Slide one side of the drawer onto the drawer slider

b. Move the slide and drawer all the way to the hinge side until 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 it out

Drawer Slide (sloped end)

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.

LightBulb Replacement

When You Go On Vacation

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, an appliance bulb islocated at the top right, rear of the freezer compartment, behind a snap-out light shield,. Replace

with same.size, same-type bulb.

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 tablespoo n (15 ml) of baking soda to one quart (1 L)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 oF. (13 °C.),

folbw the same instructionsas for extended vacations.

if your refrigerator has an icemaker, move the icemaker feeler arm to the STOP (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

Energy-Saving Tips

• Don't open the doors more often than necessary 0 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 in your

refrigerator

Before You Call for Service

Save time and money Check this llst 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 35 minutes

• Temperature control in OFF position

• If interior light isnot on, refrigerator may not be

plugged in at wal! outlet

- If plug is secure and refrigerator fails to operate, plug lamp or small appliance into same out}et 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 compartment require more operating time

• Normal when refrigerator is first delivered toyour 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 are set too cold

• Condenser needs cleaning_

• Check ENERGY-SAVING TIPS

Motor starts & stops frequently

. Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain

even temperatures This is normal

- Wipe moisture from bottles and cartons before putting

them in the refrigeratorL

• Keep foods covered to reduce moisture buildup inside

the refrigerator.

o lfyou 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

Vibration or rattling

• tf refrigerator vibrates, more than likely it is not resting

solidly on the floor, The front roller screws need adjusting,

or floor isweak or uneven_

• if dishes 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,

o These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to

time:

-Defrost timer switch clicks at defrost-

-Defrost water dripping,,

-Temperature control clicks ON or OFF

-Refrigerant boiling or gurgling

-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 expelled 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 obiect

to this discoloration.

Foodsdry out

• Foodsnotcovered,wrappedorsealedproperly_ Freshfoodor freezercompartmenttemperature

toowarm

• Temperaturecontrolnot set cold enough

• Warm weather-frequent door openings°

• Door teft open for long time,

• Package may be holding door open or b_ocking 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 ajar ° Turn temperature of freezer compartment colder_

Ice cubes have odor/taste

• Old cubes need to be discarded Empty ice bin

ever,/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

• Icemaker feeler arm in STOP (up) position, ° Water supply turned off or not connected

• Freezer compartment too warm°

• Cubes too smarl-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 feeler arm in the STOP (up) position, Remove

this ice to restart the icemaker,

• Piled up cubes in storage bin may cause ;cemaker to shut off prematurely, With icemaker feeler arm in STOP

(up) position, level cubes in bin by hand,

• When reaching for 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

- Food with strong odors should be tightly covered,

• Check for spoiled food_

• Interior needs cleaning

• Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator;

replace every three months, Interior light does not work

• No power at outlet

• Light bulb needs replacing

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 those same instructions-merely reverse all

references to left and right,

• Read these instructions all the way through before

you start

• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint.

- Set screws clown by their related parts to avoid

using them in the wrong places,_

• Provide a non-scratching work _urface for the doors " CAUTION: Do not Jeteither door drop to the floor_

To do so could damage the door stop°

Tools required

• T20 or T25 Torxdriver

• 3/8" socket and ratchet

(a 6-point socketisrecommended) " Masking tape

• Phillips screwdriver

• Putty knife or thin-bladed screwdriver (end of tool should be covered with tape to help prevent scratching paint).

(d) Remove tape, tiff 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-Removlng the fresh food door

{a) Tape door shut with

masking tape

PlasticWasher_

(b) Remove the hinge pin

with a 3/8" socket and ratchet,

Hinge Pin_ _"

cabinet, Remove and save the washer on the

hinge pim

(d) Lift the door straight up to free its bottom socketfrom the pin in the bottom hinge bracket

Transferring the bottom hinge

(a) Remove the base grille (see page 3)

Grasp it at the bottom and pull itstraight out.

Removing the doors

Step 1--General (a) Unplug refrigerator from its electrical outlet,

(b) Empty al! door shelves, including handi-bin and butler bin,

Step 2--Removing the freezer door (a) Tape door shut with

masking tape_ (b) With Phillips screwdriver,

remove hinge cover,_With

Torxdriver, remove 2 Torx screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet,

socket in the lop of the door,

Hinge

cover

(b) Using a Torxdriver, remove the hinge and

plastic washer from the bottom right side of the

cabineL

and plastic washer to the bottom left side of

the cabinet,

Plastlc

W_S_ler

Transferring the center hinge bracket

Donotremove

this screw.

Transferring door handles

Freezer door

Center Righ!

(a) Remove the center hinge bracket by removing the three Torx screws, NOTE: Keep these screws with the hinge bracket, They are longer screws and will be used when installing the hinge on the other side°

(b) Remove the three Torx screws from the center left side of the cabinet Screw them into the holes on the right

side, which were uncovered in step (a) above.

were removed with the center hinge bracket in step (a) and tighten them_

Do not remove lhisscrew

Center Left

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,.

(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 intop 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

LongHandle Short Handle

(a) Transfer two screws in bottom left of door to opposite side_(Wait until handle is moved before

reinstalling front screw_)

_continued next page_

Reversing Door Swing Ccoot 0uedl

Handle

Plug bulton

(b) Remove two screws holding handle to top 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 brackeL

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..

PJaslicWasher

Plastic Washer

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 door to

opposite sider

(g) Transfer plug button on right front of door to handle hole vacated by remova! 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 slop

Rehanging the freezer door

P]astlc

(a) Lower the bottom socket of the freezer door onto the

center hinge pin, Be sure the washer is in place.

Leftside _ _ Right side

{a) Remove metal doorstop on bottom right of each door,

(b) Replace door stops on left side after handles have been moved,

(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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