Kenmore 46162402010 Owner’s Manual

REFRIGERATOR-FREEZER

Model 461.62402

* Warranty * Master Protection Agreement * Important Safeguards

* Installation Instructions * Features

* Care and Maintenance * Troubleshooting

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Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

V3.11.09 JF

Kenmore Limited Warranty

When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructionssupplied with the product, if this appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call

1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair. If this appliance is ever used for other than private family purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty covers only defects in materlal and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:

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

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

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

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

instructions supplied with the product.

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

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

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

Disclalmer of implled warranties; llmitatlon of remedies Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential

damages. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States or Canada. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Sears Canada inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

Master Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore® product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time. That's when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation.

The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product. Here's what the Agreement _ includes:

[]Parts and Jabot needed to help keep products operating properly under normal use, not just defects. Our

coverage goes well beyond the product warranty. No deductibles, no functional failure excluded from coverage-- real protection.

[]Expert service by a force of more than 10,000 authorized Sears service technicians, which means

someone you can trust will be working on your product.

[]Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as often as you want us, whenever you want us. ["No-lemon '_guarantee - replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures occur within

twelve months.

[]Product replacement if your covered product can't be fixed. []Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request - no extra charge. []Fast help by phone - we call it Rapid Resolution - phone support from a Sears representative on all

products. Think of us as a _"talking owner's manual."

[]Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations. [$250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of any

covered refrigerator or freezer.

[]Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised. [10% discount off the regular price of any non-covered repair service and related installed parts.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment online.

The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase. If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty period, we will provide a full refund. Or, a prorated refund anytime after the product warranty period expires. Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and addltlonal information in the U.S.A. call

1-800-827-6655.

Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full detalls call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.

Sears installation Service

For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. or Canada call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of

electrical shock by providing an escape wire for the electrical current.

This appliance is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must

be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed

and grounded.

IMPORTANT WARNING

An empty refrigerator can pose a threat to children. To render the unit harmless we strongly recommend removing the door prior to disposal.

WARNING - Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as to

whether the appliance is properly grounded.

DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD Use an exclusive wall outlet. Do nat connect your

refrigerator to extension cords or together with any other appliance in the same wall outlet.

DANGER: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw

away your old refrigerator or freezer:

• Take off the doors.

• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

DON'T WAIT! DO IT NOW!

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Remove exterior and interior packings, wipe the outside thoroughly with a soft dry cloth and the inside with a wet, lukewarm cloth. Avoid placing the unit in a narrow recess or near any heat source, direct

sunlight, or moisture. Let air circulate freely around the unit. Keep the rear of the refrigerator 5 inches away from the wall.

LOCATION

1) Select a place with a strong, level floor.

2) Allow 5 inches of space between the back of the

refrigerator and any adjacent wall.

3) Avoid direct sunlight and heat. Direct sunlight

may affect the acrylic coating. Heat sources nearby will cause higher electricity consumption.

The refrigerating system in this refrigerator is a "Frost Free" system. This type of system requires no user intervention (i.e. defrosting) other than selecting required cooling temperatures and the usual care and

maintenance.

To avoid vibration, the unit must be set level. This is

accomplished by adjusting the front leveling leg, located under the refrigerator.

NOTES:

• This appliance is intended for FREE-STANDING INSTALLATION ONLY, and is NOT intended to be

built-in.

• Before connecting this appliance to electrical power

supply, leave it to stand for approx. 24 hours, which will reduce the possibility of malfunction in the

cooling system due to transport handling.

• This appliance is approved for INDOOR USE ONLY and is NOT intended for outdoor operation.

IMPORTANT: Install this appliance in an area where the ambient temperature is between 55°F (13°C) and

110°F (43°C). If the temperature around the

appliance is too low or high, cooling ability will be affected.

DOOR REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: To avoid personal iniury to yourself and/or property, we recommend someone assist you

during the door reversal process.

1) To access the lower hinge assembly, tilt back the refrigerator or lay it on its back (Fig. A).

2) Remove (unscrew) both leveling legs located at the front of the unit.

3) Using a Phillips head screwdriver, remove the screws holding the lower hinge assembly to the

refrigerator (Fig. A).

4) Remove the main door assembly from the

refrigerator (open door and pull down).

5) Remove the screws from the middle hinge

assembly. Then remove the hinge and freezer door (Fig. B).

6) Remove (unscrew) the top hinge pin. (Fig. C).

7) Re-install the main door top hinge pin on the

opposite side of the refrigerator (Fig. C).

8) Remove the door plug and door bushing located on

the top and bottom of each door assembly.

9) Interchange positions (i.e. door plug right side,

door bushing left side).

10) Re-install freezer door assembly on the refrigerator.

11) Re-install the middle hinge assembly on the opposite side.

12) Make sure the door assembly is properly aligned on the refrigerator before tightening hinge screws.

13) Re-install main door assembly on the unit.

14) Re-install the lower hinge assembly on the opposite side. Make sure to change the bushing

and screw on the opposide sides on bottom of unit.

Leveling leg

Fig. A

Lower Hinge

Assembly

MOVE

LOWER

HINGE TO OPPOSITE

SIDE

Plug

15) Make sure the door assembly is properly aligned on the refrigerator before tightening lower hinge screws.

16) Re-install both leveling legs.

The process is now complete.

Fig. C

1)ThermostatControl: For controlling the temperature inside the

refrigerator/freezer.

2) Separate Freezer Section: Holds ice cube tray and storage for frozen food.

3) ice Cube Tray: Ice cubes are easily removed from the tray.

4) Plastlc Coated Shelves: Odor resistant, rustproof and removable(_) for easy cleaning.

5) Magnetic Gasket: Tight fitting door seal retains all of the

cooling power inside; no hooks or latches. ('_

6) Crisper with Tempered Glass Shelf

7) Canstor TM Door Storage: Holds 12 oz. (355mL) cans of pop,

iuice, or beer.

8) Gallon Door Storage

9) 2 Liter Bottle Storage

ICE CUBE TRAY The Ice Cube Tray is flexible. Twist tray to remove the ice cubes. If the ice

cube tray is frozen solid to the evaporator surface, run a little water over the tray. Never use a knife or other metal instruments to remove the ice

cube tray, as this may damage the evaporator.

LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT To replace the refrigerator light bulb:

1) Remove the screw from the light bulb cover.

2) Pull the light bulb cover downward.

3) Unscrew the bulb.

4) Replace with standard 40 watt appliance bulb ONLY.

COOLING SYSTEM

This refrigerator is inclusive of a "Frost Free" type cooling system, which means you never have to defrost

the freezer compartment. Defrosting is done

automatically. The defrost water is routed into a

defrost pan located directly above the compressor, where it then evaporates.

CLEANING

Before cleaning the refrigerator or freezer, always disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply. To clean the inside, use a soft cloth and a solution of a tablespoon baking soda to one quart (4 cups) of

water, or a mild soap suds solution or mild detergent. Wash ice cube tray, drip tray, and glide out shelves in a mild detergent solution, then wipe dry with a soft cloth. Clean the outside with a damp soft cloth and

some mild detergent or appliance cleaner.

IF YOU MOVE

Remove, or securely fasten down, all loose items inside the refrigerator. To avoid damaging the leveling legs,

turn them all the way into the base. SOME iMPORTANT RULES FOR THE CORRECT USE

OF THE REFRIGERATOR " Never place hot foods in the refrigerator

" Beverages should be stored in sealed containers

Foods to be stored for a long time should be

wrapped in cellophane or polyethylene, or kept in glass containers. Never place spoiled food in the

refrigerator.

" Don't overload the refrigerator.

SETTING THE THERMOSTAT

The thermostat setting can be adjusted from 1 (minimum setting) through Maximum (coldest

setting). We recommend setting the thermostat at 4 (medium setting). However, if you find this setting inadequate for your cooling requirements, adjust as needed by rotating the thermostat dial. The thermostat dial is located on the front top section of

the refrigerator compartment. The thermostat controls temperature for both the freezer and refrigerator compartments.

VACATION TIME For short vacation periods, leave the control knob at

the usual setting. During longer absences; a) remove all food,

b) disconnect from electrical outlet, ¢) leave the door open to avoid possible formations

of condensation, mold, or odors.

POWER FAILURE Most power failures are corrected within an hour or

two, and will not affect your refrigerator temperatures. However, you should minimize the

number times you open the door while the power is off. During power failures of longer duration, take steps to protect your food, for example, by placing dry ice on top of packages.

" Don't open the door unless necessary.

Should the refrigerator be stored without use for

long periods, it is suggested, after careful cleaning,

to leave the door ajar to allow the air to circulate inside the unit in order to avoid the possible formations of condensation, mold, or odors.

FOOD STORAGE SUGGESTIONS: Fresh Food Compartment

" Never cover food compartment shelves with

aluminum foil or any other shelf covering material

which may prevent air circulation. Always remove porous store wrapping paper from

meats, poultry, and fish. Meats should be wrapped individually and placed in a dish for storage. Wrap fish and poultry in foil or heavy waxed paper. Most

fish should be used the same day of purchase.

Packaged meats such as ham, bacon, dried beef, or frankfurter, store best in their original packages.

" Allow warm foods to cool to room temperature

before placing them in the refrigerator.

" Always cover open dishes of food, especially

leftovers. Use leftovers within 2 or 3 days.

VEGETABLE CRISPER

The tray at the bottom of the refrigerator is covered to retain moisture. The crisper compartment willenable

you to store vegetables and fruits which would otherwise dry out rapidly. The humidity level inside the crisper drawer can be controlled by adjusting the "damper" control (white slider) located on the front of

the drawer.

Occasionally, a minor problem may arrise0 and a service call may not be necessary- use this troubleshooting guide for a possible solution. If the unit continues to operate improperly, call Sears at 1-800-4MY-HOME

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE

1) Unit does not work.

2) Refrigerator running

too frequently.

3) internal Temperature too cold.

4) Internal Temperature

not cold enough.

* No power to unit. * Power cord is unplugged. * Wrong voltage is being used.

* Temperature control too high. * Door not closed.

* Hot food inserted. " Doors open too long/often.

* Close proximity to heat source or direct

sunlight.

* Temperature set too low.

° No power to unit.

• Power cord is unplugged. ° Wrong voltage is being used.

° Temperature control too low. ° Hot food inserted.

SOLUTION

Dower source.

• Plug in unit.

• Use proper voltage.

• Check/adjust settings as needed.

• Close the door securely.

• Cool food before inserting.

• Minimize door openings/duration.

• DO NOT place unit close to heat sources

or in direct sunlight.

• Check/adjust settings as needed.

° Check connection of power cord at

_ower source.

• Plug in unit.

• Use proper voltage.

• Check/adjust settings as needed.

• Cool food before inserting.

5) Freezer not cold

enough.

6) Light wlll not work.

° Doors open too long/often. ° Air flow obstruction.

° Close proximity to heat source or direct

sunlight.

° Temperature control too low. ° Door not closed.

° Hot food inserted. ° Doors open too long/often.

° Wrong voltage is being used.

* No power to unit. " Power cord is unplugged.

• Bulb is loose/needs replacing. ° Door switch is stuck.

• Minimize door openings/duration.

• Allow room for air to circulate around the

unit.

° DO NOT place unit close to heat sources or in direct sunlight.

• Check/adjust settings as needed.

• Close door securely.

• Cool food before insterting.

• Minimize door openings/duration.

• Use proper voltage.

• Check connection of power cord to _ower source.

• Plug in unit.

• Tighten or replace bulb.

• Check the switch for obstructions, clean if

necessary.

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