Kenmore 57082, 57085, 57087, 57089, 57542 Owner's Manual

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SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIGERATOR

Model No: 57082, 57085, 57089, 57542, 57547, 57582, 57587

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CA UTION:

Read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions before first use of this product.

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(Model 57542 shown)

• Safety Instructions

• Installation Information

• Operating Instructions

• Care and Cleaning

• Troubleshooting

Electrical Requirements

Recognize this symbol as a safety precaution.

W ARNING: Electrical Grounding Instructions—This refrigerator is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug for protection against possib le shoc k hazards. If you encounter a two–prong receptacle, contact a qualified electrician and hav e the two-prong wall receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code.

Refrigerator is designed to operate on a separate 103 to 126 volt, 15 amp ., 60 cycle line.

Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the r ound gr ounding prong from the plug. Refrigerator must be gr ounded at all times. Do not remove warning tag from po wer cor d.

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WARNING Do not use a two-prong adapter. Do not use an extension cord.

Grounding prong

Proper Disposal of Your Refrigerator

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. J unked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous—even if they will sit for “just a few days”. If you discard an old refrigerator, please f ollow the instructions belo w to help prevent accidents.

BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER:

• T ake off the door s.

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

Contents

Electrical Requirements...........................................2

Proper Disposal of Your Refrigerator........................2

Installation Checklist................................................3

Installation Instructions

Spacing Requirements .........................................4

Leveling Refrigerator ............................................4

Removing Handles ............................................... 4

Tools Required .....................................................4

Removing Doors...................................................5

Connecting Water Supply .....................................6

Controls

Refrigerator and Freezer Controls........................8

Setting Controls....................................................8

Fresh F ood F eatures

Fresh F ood Shelv es.............................................. 8

Temperature Controlled Meat Dra wer...................9

Crisper Drawers ...................................................9

Bottle Rack (some models) ................................10

Covered Storage Buc ket (Some models)............ 10

Dairy Center (Some models) .............................. 10

Snack Shelf (Some models) ............................... 10

Temperature Controlled Be verage Cooler

(Some models)................................................... 11

Door Shelves...................................................... 11

Adjustable Divider (Some models) .....................11

Freezer F eatures

Automatic Ice Maker........................................... 12

Food Organizer Storage ..................................... 12

Door Shelves...................................................... 13

Tall Pac kage Retainer (Some models)................13

Ice Compartment................................................13

Door Buckets...................................................... 13

Ice and W ater Dispenser .................................... 14

Care and Cleaning

General Cleaning ...............................................15

Adhesives...........................................................15

Door Gaskets .....................................................15

Condenser Coils.................................................15

Glass Shelves .................................................... 16

Odor Removal ....................................................16

Light Bulb Replacement .....................................16

Energy Tips ...........................................................17

V acation Tips .........................................................17

Normal Operating Sounds ..................................... 18

Refrigerator T roubleshooting Guide .......................19

Warr anty ................................................................23

Installation Checklist

V erify the follo wing has been completed to ensure proper operation of your refrigerator .

Doors

• Handles are solidly attached.

• Doors seal completely to refrigerator cabinet.

• Doors are aligned squarely.

Leveling

• Refrigerator is tilted 1/4" (6 mm) higher from front to rear.

• Make sure doors are lev el at the top of the refrigerator doors.

• Make sure refrigerator is lev el from side to side and front to back.

Ice Maker

• Water supply to refrigerator is connected and turned on.

• Water leaks are not present at connection between household water supply and refrigerator . (After 24 hours check connection for water leaks .)

• Ice maker arm is in on position for ice production. (It may take up to 24 hours f or first harvest of ice .)

Electrical

• Properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle is used to plug in refrigerator.

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Installation Instructions

Proper installation will ensure this refrigerator operates most efficiently .

Spacing Requirements

WARNING: Keep flammable materials and

vapors, such as gasoline aw a y from refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns.

• To ensure proper ventilation f or y our refrigerator, allow for a 1" (2.5 cm) space at the top and sides of your refrigerator.

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• If your refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you leave some extra space at the back to allow for the water line connection. The refrigerator can be flush with the back wall if you do not ha ve an ice maker installed.

• If you are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2 3/4" minimum on each side (depending on your model) to allow for the door to swing open 90°.

3. Place a level on top of refrigerator cabinet and le vel refrigerator.

• Refrigerator should be level from side to side. Place level on front and bac k edges of refrigerator cabinet to check side to side lev eling. Adjust front and back adjustment screws as needed to lev el.

• Turn front roller adjustment screws to raise front of refrigerator 1/4" (6 mm), or 1/2 bubble on y our level, higher than the back of your refrigerator .

4. If tops of doors are not aligned after leveling, loosen

/8" refrigerator door hinge screws by 2 turns. Turn cam 1 increment at a time until doors are aligned. (Cam is turned clockwise to raise the door, counterclockwise to lower the door.) Open and close doors. Tighten hinge screws.

Rear ro ller adjust m e nt screw

Front roller adjust ment

3/8" refri door hin

Hinge adjusting cam

erator

e scr ew s

screw

NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an o ven, radiator, or other heat source , nor in a location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).

Leveling Refrigerator

W ARNING: Disconnect power to refrigerator

before removing doors to a v oid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death. After replacing doors, connect power.

Some installations may require handle or door remov al to get the refrigerator into the home. If so proceed to "Handle Removal" or "Door Remov al" sections .

If your refrigerator requires ice maker water supply connection, proceed to "Connect Ice Maker W ater Supply", section before lev eling the refrigerator .

1. Remove toe grille.

2. Turn front and rear roller adjustment screws to raise or lower refrigerator cabinet until refrigerator is stable.

Removing Handles

Tools Required

Putty knife (blade covered by masking tape)

/16" hex nut driver

/8" hex nut driver Phillips screwdriver Blade screwdriver

WARNING: Disconnect power to refrigerator

before removing doors to avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death. After replacing doors, connect power .

Some installations may require handle remov al to get the refrigerator into the home. If so, perform the following steps:

Models 57582, 57587, 57542, 57547

1. Pry up edge of handle trim using a putty knife, with the blade end covered in masking tape . Remove handle from door by removing 2 mounting screws at each end of handle.

Handle trim Screw

Handle cap

Dispenser facade

Handle

Screw

Handle trim

2. To replace handle, mount handle to door with 2 mounting screws. Snap handle trim in place over ends of handle.

Models 57082, 57085, 57089

1. Pry up edge of handle trim by inserting screwdriver with the blade covered in masking tape , under top edge of handle trim and pry upward as you work your way do wn the handle . Remove handle cap from top of handle.

• Pry up bottom edge of dispenser facade on

freezer door. Pull facade out of dispenser ca vity before removing freezer door handle trim. (Dispenser units only.)

2. Remove 6 handle screws with 1/4" nut driver.

3. Remove handles from door.

6 hex head handle screws

Handle trim

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4. Replace handle by performing steps 2–3 in re verse order. Replace handle trim by snapping back in place over handle trim.

Removing Doors

Some installations may require door remov al to get the refrigerator into the home. If so , perform the following steps:

1. Remove toe grille.

2. Loosen water tube clamp screw. Loosen plastic water tube union nut. Pull w ater tube a way from union nut and through tube clamp.

Plastic water tube union nut

Water tu b e

Water tube clamp screw

3. (Models 57082,57085, 57089 only) Remove 8 screws on freezer and refrigerator door top trim. Remove door trim.

Remove 8 top trim screws

WARNING: To avoid electrical shock which can

cause severe personal injury or death, green ground wire must remain attached to hinge.

5. Unplug top hinge wire connectors. Do not remo v e green ground wire from hinge (Freezer door only). Remove top hinge screws . Carefully lift and remove top hinges.

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4. Remove top hinge cov er. Models 57082, 57085, 57089, remove top hinge screw b y removing hinge cover screw with a Phillips scre wdriver.

Top hinge

Hinge cover

Freezer door only

Wire connectors

Green ground wire

6. Carefully lift doors off bottom hinge.

7. Replace doors by performing steps 1–5 in reverse order.

Top hinge screws

Connecting Water Supply

WARNING: To avoid electrical shock which

can cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to refrigerator before connecting water supply. After connecting w ater supply, connect power.

CAUTION: To avoid property damage,

observe the following:

• Confirm water pressure to water valve is between 20 and 100 pounds per square inch.

• Tighten nut by hand to av oid cross threading. Finish tightening nuts with pliers and wrenches. Do not overtighten.

• Check for water leaks and correct if necessary before returning refrigerator to normal location and 24 hours after connecting.

Important

• Before connecting water supply, contact a plumber to connect copper tubing to household plumbing in compliance with local codes and ordinances.

• A self-piercing or 3/16" saddle valve is not recommended. Both reduce w ater flow, can dev elop sediment build up, and ma y cause leaks if repair is attempted. The correct type of shut off valve requires a 1/4" hole to be drilled in water supply pipe prior to valve attachment.

• Do not use 1/4" OD plastic tubing.

• Do not run tubing from water supply in a location where the temperature may f all below 55° F.

Materials Required

/4" (6 mm) flexible copper tubing. Length of copper tubing must reach from water supply connection plus an additional 8' (2 m) for service loop behind refrigerator.

Procedure

1. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Place

brass nut and brass sleev e on copper tubing. Insert copper tubing into water valve inlet port. Handtighten brass nut on copper tubing to water valv e inlet port. Use a wrench to finish tightening nut. Be careful not to overtighten nut. Confirm copper tubing is secure by pulling on copper tubing.

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"P" clamp

Copper

Brass nut

tubing

Brass sleeve

Water valve inlet connection

2. Create service loop using extreme care to avoid

kinks. Secure copper tubing to refrigerator

cabinet with a "P" clamp.

3. Turn on water supply to refrigerator and chec k for

leaks. Correct an y leaks .

4. Push refrigerator into opening. Rechec k f or leaks

after 24 hours.

Controls

Fresh Food Features

This refrigerator is designed to operate at normal household temperatures of 55° to 110°F (13° to 43°C).

Refrigerator and Freezer Controls

Refrigerator and freezer controls are located on upper rear wall of refrigerator section.

REFRIGERATOR

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CONTROL DIRECTIONS

DASHES SHOW FACTORY SUGGESTED SETTINGS CHANGE ONE CONTROL AT A TIME. WAIT 24 HOURS BETWEEN ADJUSTMENTS.

FREEZER ADJUSTMENT ALSO

EFFECTS REFRIGERATOR

TEMPERATURE

FREEZER

WARMEST COLDEST WARMEST COLDEST

OFF OFF

Setting Controls

When freezer control is set to refrigerator nor freezer sections will cool. Initially, set both controls to 4. Wait 24 hours for refrigerator and freezer sections to reach desired temperatures. After 24 hours, adjust controls, one number at a time, as desired. 1 is w armest setting and 6 is coldest.

OFF

, neither

Fresh Food Shelves

Models feature either glass or wire shelves. Shelves adjust up or down to meet individual storage needs. Some models feature spill saving shelv es . Spill saving shelves hold simple spills for easier cleaning.

CAUTION: To avoid property damage,

confirm shelf is secure before placing items on shelf.

CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or

property damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nick ed, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change.

• Remove shelv es by lifting front, releasing hooks from metal track then pulling out.

• Replace shelves by inserting hooks into metal track and lowering front.

Set controls with a household thermometer that includes temperatures between -5° and 50°F (-21° and 10°C).

Put thermometer snugly between frozen packages in freezer section. W ait 5–8 hours . If freezer temperature is not 0° to 2°F (-17° to -16°C), adjust freezer control, 1 number at a time. Chec k again after 5–8 hours .

Put thermometer in a glass of water in middle of refrigerator section. W ait 5–8 hours . If refrigerator temperature is not 38° to 40°F (3° to 4°C), adjust refrigerator control, 1 number at a time. Chec k again after 5–8 hours.

Slide out shelves pull forward for easy access of items in back.

Temperature Controlled Meat Drawer

Temperature controlled meat drawer features a drawer inside a sleeve . Air circulates between drawer and sleeve. This systems k eeps food fresh longer and up to 5°F (3°C) colder than refrigerator temperature.

Meat drawer control is located below front shelf trim. Control adjusts amount of air circulating around drawer . Slide control to and to

COLDER

form on drawer or food on decrease refrigerator temperature. Refrigerator control may need to be adjusted.

• Remove dra wer b y lifting and pulling out. Remove shelf by lifting front, releasing hooks from metal track then pulling out.

• Replace shelf by inserting hooks into metal track and lowering front. Use slots 8 through 11 only. Replace drawer by sliding in. Confirm boot is over air inlet in side wall.

Meat drawer boot is on this side of drawer

COLD

for normal refrigerator temperature

for colder temperature. Ice crystals may

COLDER

setting. Cold air can

Metal tracks

Crisper Drawers

Crisper drawers keep produce fresh longer. Wrap produce tightly. Do not w ash produce bef ore placing in crispers. Excess moisture could cause produce to spoil prematurely . Do not line crispers with paper towels. Paper tow els will retain moisture.

Crisper drawer controls are located below front shelf trim. Control adjusts humidity in crispers. Slide control to

HIGH

for produce with leav es such as lettuce, spinach or cabbage. Slide control to with skins such as cauliflower , corn or tomatoes.

Humidity Controlled Crispers

LOW.............................HIGH

LOW

for produce

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Control

Temperature Controlled Meats

Cold

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Colder

CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or property

damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nic k ed, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change.

Remove shelf and crisper drawers b y completing the following steps:

1. Open crisper.

2. Remove shelf by gently pushing up from

underneath. Tilt one end up then pull out.

3. Remove crisper by lifting front while supporting

underneath then pulling out.

4. Replace crispers and shelf by reversing steps 1–3.

Bottle Rack (some models)

Bottle rack provides convenient storage for a large bottle, eggs, etc.

• Hang rack by hooking o v er side of shelf.

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Bottle rack

Dairy Center (Some models)

Dairy center provides convenient storage for items such as butter, cheese , etc. (see illustr ation below.)

Snack Shelf (Some models)

Snack shelf provides convenient storage for small items and snacks. (See illustration below.)

Dairy center

Covered Storage Bucket (Some models)

Storage buck et has a lid and remov ab le egg tray. When tray is removed, bucket will accept items such as a standard egg carton, ice, etc.

Lid

Egg tray

Storage bucket

Snack shelf

Temperature Controlled Beverage Cooler

(Some models)

Temperature Controlled Bev erage Cooler k eeps beverages up to 5°F (3°C) colder than refrigerator section. Air inlet allo ws air from freezer section to pass to beverage cooler. Air inlet is located on interior wall of refrigerator door.

Bever age cooler control is located on left front wall of refrigerator section. Control adjusts amount of air circulating in bever age cooler. Turn control to normal refrigerator temperature and to colder temperature.

COLD

COLDER

for

Door Shelves

• Remove slide-style door shelves b y lifting ends up

andpulling out.

• Replace slide-style door shelves by placing shelf on

glides and sliding down.

CAUTION: To avoid property damage, confirm

shelf is secure before replacing items on shelf.

Beverage cooler temperature control

Colder

Bevera

• Remove beverage cooler door by removing lower door buck ets. Remove door b uc k ets b y pushing tabs toward center and pulling out. Slide door do wn and out through bottom of door track.

• Replace beverage cooler door b y sliding door up through bottom of door track. Retention glides m ust remain in place to replace door. Replace door buckets b y sliding in until tabs lock into place.

e cooler

Beverage cooler air inlet

Beverage cooler door slides down to remove

Shelf glide

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Adjustable Divider (Some models)

Adjustable divider keeps items in place and adjusts to meet individual storage needs. Divider fits in an y door bucket or door shelf.

Adjustable divider

Beverage cooler door

Remove shelf

Freezer Features

Automatic Ice Maker

• Confirm ice bucket is in place and ice maker arm is down.

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On position

• After freezer section reaches normal temperature, ice maker fills with water and begins operating. Allow 24–48 hours after installation before first harvest of ice. Ice mak er produces 7 to 9 harvests of ice in a 24–hour period under ideal conditions.

• After ice is formed, ice maker drops ice cubes into ice storage buck et. During ice production, ice maker arm raises and lowers. When ice storage buck et is full, ice maker arm turns ice maker off. Note: Discard first 3 harvests of ice after initially connecting refrigerator to household water supply and after extended periods of non-use. This will prevent the consumption of any impurities left in the line or use of off-taste ice.

• If you wish to stop ice production raise ice maker arm. A definite click is heard when proper position is reached. Ice mak er arm will remain in off position until pushed down.

Off position

Ice maker arm

Food Organizer Storage

Wire shelves and baskets slide out f or easy access of items in back and can be rearranged to meet individual storage needs.

• Remove shelves and bask ets b y lifting front of shelf and pulling out.

• Replace shelves and baskets by placing shelves and baskets on side rails. Slide shelves and baskets right and back until round knob is behind stop on rail.

Wire shelf

Wire baskets

CAUTION: To avoid damage to ice maker ,

observe the following:

• Do not force ice maker arm down or up .

• Do not place or store anything in ice storage buck et.

Door Shelves

• Remove hook-style door shelv es by lifting ends and releasing hooks on bottom of shelf.

• Replace hook-style shelves by inserting hooks and lowering bottom of shelf. Push down on ends.

CAUTION: To avoid property damage, confirm

shelf is secure befor placing items on shelf.

Hooks

Ice Compartment

Ice compartment slides out for easy access to storage of ice trays or other frozen items.

Ice compartment cover

ce Co mpartm ent

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Tall Package Retainer (Some models)

Tall package retainer keeps tall items secure . Retainer fits in any door buck et or door shelf.

Tall package retainer

Door Buckets

Door buckets adjust to meet individual stor age needs.

• Remove door buc k ets b y pushing tabs tow ard center and pulling out.

• Replace door buckets b y sliding in until tabs lock into place.

CAUTION: To avoid property damage, confirm

shelf is secure before placing items on shelf.

Tabs

Ice and Water Dispenser

CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or property

damage, the observe following instructions:

• Do not operate dispenser with freezer door open.

• Do not put fingers, hands, or any f oreign object into dispenser opening.

• Do not use sharp objects to break ice.

Water Dispenser Operation

It takes approximately 1 minute after initially connecting refrigerator to household water supply before water dispenses. Discard first 10 to 14 containers of water after initially connecting refrigerator to household water supply and after extended periods of non-use.

• Dispense water by pressing sturdy wide-mouthed

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container against water dispenser bar .

• Stop water dispensing by releasing pressure on bar . A small amount of water may continue to f all. Spill shelf is not self-draining. Large spills should be wiped dry.

Ice Dispenser Operation

CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or property

damage, do not dispense ice directly into thin glass, fine china, or delicate crystal.

If large quantities of ice is desired, remove ice directly from the ice bin. If dispensing ice continuously, dispenser motor is designed to shut off after 3 to 5 minutes. Motor resets after 3 minutes and dispensing can continue.

A slight delay occurs when switching between cubed and crushed modes. Pieces of crushed ice will vary in size and shape. "Sno w" may form on door and ice chute when repeatedly dispensing crushed ice. Allo w "snow" to evaporate or wipe dry.

Note: Dispenser operates only with cubes of proper size and crescent shape. Do not add purchased ice cubes or other shaped cubes to ice bucket.

Removing Ice Bucket

• Remove ice buc k et b y lifting b uc k et and pulling out.

• Replace ice bucket b y sliding in until b uc ket locks in place. Ice b uc ket must be locked in place for proper ice dispensing. If freez er door does not close, b uc k et is not in proper location.

• Select cubed or crushed mode by sliding lev er on dispenser panel. Dispense ice b y pressing widemouthed container against ice dispenser bar.

Important: Reduce spraying of crushed ice by holding widemouthed container directly under ice chute and as high as possible in dispenser area.

CUBED CRUSHED

ICE

WATER

Care and Cleaning

Dispenser Light (Some models)

A light is activated when dispensing ice or water. Some models feature a night light.

• Deactivate night light by pushing s witch, located underneath dispenser and left of ice dispenser bar.

Night light switch

T aste and Odor

Observe the following to minimize taste and odor difficulties:

• Discard first 3 harvests of ice after initially connecting refrigerator to household water supply and after extended periods of non-use. This will prevent the consumption of any impurities left in the line or use of off-taste ice.

• Wrap foods in tightly sealed containers or moisture proof bags.

• Install water filter on water line.

• Contact local water treatment company f or specialized help if difficulties persist.

• Discard ice if left unused for an e xtended period.

WARNING: To avoid electrical shock which can

cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to refrigerator before cleaning. After cleaning, connect power .

CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or property

damage, read and follow all cleaning product manufacturer's directions.

General Cleaning

1. Wash interior and exterior surfaces with 4 tablespoons baking soda dissolved in 1 quart warm water and a soft, clean cloth.

2. Rinse surfaces with warm water. Dry surfaces with a soft, clean cloth.

• Do not use the following items:

- abrasive or harsh cleaners, ammonia, chlorine bleach, etc.

- concentrated detergents or solvents

- metal scouring pads

These items can scratch, crack and discolor surfaces.

• Do not place buckets , shelv es , etc. in dishwasher .

Adhesives

1. Remove glue residue by rubbing toothpaste into adhesive with fingers until adhesive loosens .

2. Rinse surface with warm water. Dry surface with a soft, clean cloth.

Door Gaskets

1. Clean door gaskets ev ery 3 months according to “General Cleaning” instructions abov e. Clean any spills immediately .

2. Apply a light film of petroleum jelly to keep gaskets pliable.

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Condenser Coils

Clean condenser coil every 3 months to ensure maximum performance of refrigerator. Accumulated dust and lint may cause the following:

• reduced cooling performance

• increased energy usage

• premature compressor failure

1. Remove low er front toe grille by holding ends and pulling forward.

2. Clean front surface of condenser coil with a v acuum cleaner hose nozzle.

3. Replace toe grille by inserting clips in holes and snapping in.

CAUTION: To avoid property damage, protect soft vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs, or other protective material.

4. Pull refrigerator awa y from w all. Run a vacuum brush across condenser fan outlet grille on back of refrigerator.

Light Bulb Replacement

WARNING: To avoid electrical shock which can

cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to refrigerator before replacing light b ulb . After replacing light bulb, connect po wer .

Glass Shelves

CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or property

damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nic k ed, scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature change.

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Remove shelf by lifting front, releasing hooks from metal track then pulling out. Place shelf on a to wel. Allow shelf to adjust to room temperature before cleaning.

Clean crevices by completing the f ollowing steps:

1. Dilute mild detergent and brush solution into crevices using a plastic bristle brush. Let set for 5 minutes.

2. Spray w arm water into cre vices using f aucet spr a y attachment.

3. Dry shelf thoroughly and replace shelf by inserting hooks into metal track and lowering front.

Odor Removal

1. Remove all f ood and disconnect pow er to refrigerator.

2. Clean all interior surfaces including ceiling, floor , and walls according to “General Cleaning” instructions. Pa y special attention to corners, cre vices, and grooves. Include all drawers , shelv es, and gask ets.

3. Connect power to refrigerator and return food to refrigerator. W ash and dry all bottles, containers and jars. Wr ap f oods in tightly sealed containers to prevent further odor . After 24 hours, check if odor was eliminated.

Complete the following steps if odor was not eliminated.

4. Place garden fresh crispers on top shelf of Fresh Food section. Pack Fresh Food and Freezer sections including doors with crumpled sheets of black and white newspaper .

5. Place charcoal briquettes randomly throughout newspaper.

6. Close doors and let stand 24–48 hours.

7. Remove charcoal briquettes and newspapers.

8. Complete steps 2–3.

CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or property

damage, observe the following:

• Allow light bulb to cool.

• Wear gloves when replacing light bulb.

Upper Fresh Food Section

• Remove light bulb cov er b y remo ving ¼" he x n ut screws. Replace b ulb(s) with 40-w att appliance bulb(s).

• Replace light bulb cover b y replacing ¼" he x n ut screws.

Light bulb cover

Light bulbs

Lower Fresh Food Section (Some models)

• Remove light bulb cov er b y removing scre w. Replace bulb with 40-watt tubular bulb .

• Replace light bulb cover by placing co v er o v er light bulb. Insert and tighten screw.

Light bulb

1/4" hex not screws

Light bulb cover

Screw

Contact Sears service center if odor was still not eliminated. Ref er to service section for phone n umber .

Energy Tips

Freezer Section

1. Remove ice b uck et b y lifting bucket and pulling out.

2. Remove light b ulb cover by removing 1/4" hex nut screw . Replace b ulb with 40-watt appliance bulb.

3. Replace light bulb cover by holding cover in place over light bulb. Insert and tighten screw.

4. Replace ice bucket b y sliding in until bucket locks in place.

Screw

Light bulb cover

Light bulb

Ice ‘N’ Water™ Dispenser (Some models)

Light bulb is located between dispenser arms.

• Remove light bulb b y unscrewing light b ulb. Replace light bulb with a 6-watt, 120-v olt bulb.

• Replace light bulb by inserting and tightening bulb.

This refrigerator is designed to be one of the most energy efficient refrigerators available . Reduce energy use by observing the following.

• Operate in normal household temperatures of 55° to 110°F (13° to 43°C) away from heat sources and direct sunlight.

• Set refrigerator, freezer, and temperature controlled meat drawer controls no colder than necessary.

• Keep freezer section full.

• Keep door gaskets clean and pliable . Replace gaskets if worn.

• Keep condenser coils clean.

V acation Tips

Complete the following steps for short vacations.

1. Remove perishable foods .

2. If an ice maker is installed, move ice mak er arm up , to

Off

position. (See Automatic Ice Maker

Instructions page 12)

Complete the following steps for long vacations.

1. Empty refrigerator and freezer sections.

2. Unplug refrigerator.

3. Clean refrigerator and door gaskets according to “General” instructions in “Care and Cleaning” section.

4. Prop doors open, so air can circulate inside.

5. If an ice maker is installed, turn water supply to refrigerator off and move ice maker arm up, to position.

Off

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Light bulb

Ice ‘N’ Water Dispenser

Normal Operating Sounds

This new refrigerator may be replacing a diff erently designed, less efficient or smaller refrigerator. Today’s refrigerators have new features and are more energy efficient. As a result, certain sounds may be unf amiliar. These sounds are normal and will soon become familiar. These sounds also indicate refrigerator is operating and performing as designed.

1. Freezer control clicks when starting or stopping compressor.

2. Freezer fan air rushes and whirs.

3. Sealed system (evaporator and heat e xchanger) refrigerant flow gurgles, pops or sounds like boiling water .

4. Defrost heater sizzles, hisses or pops.

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5. Condenser fan air rushes and whirs.

6. Compressor has a high pitched hum or pulsating sound that cycles on and off.

7. Ice cubes from ice maker (some models) drop into ice buck et.

Ice auger motor (Ice and water dispenser models) hums as auger agitates ice during dispensing. Ice auger motor is located behind ice buck et in freezer section. (Not shown)

Ice maker water valve hookup (some models) buzzes when ice maker fills with water. This occurs whether or not refrigerator is connected to water supply. If refrigerator is not connected to water supply, stop sound by raising ice maker arm to off position. Water valv e hook up is located in back, bottom, left hand corner. (Not shown)

Foam insulation is very energy efficient and has excellent insulating capabilities. Ho we v er, foam insulation is not as sound absorbent as previously used fiberglass insulation. (Not shown)

Refrigerator T roubleshooting Guide

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The refrigerator will not operate

Check if... Then

The power supply cord is unplugged. Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper

A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit. The freezer control is set to OFF. Set freezer control to a mid-range setting. The refrigerator is in a defrost cycle. Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator restarts. If freezer

If refrigerator still will not operate, unplug refrigerator. Transfer food to another refrigerator or place dry ice in freezer section to preserve food. Call for service.

The lights do not work

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The power supply cord is unplugged. Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with the proper

voltage. A light bulb is loose in the socket. Gently remove the bulb and reinsert. A light bulb has burned out. Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage,

size and shape available at your local hardware store.

Turn the refrigerator control to OFF and unplug the

refrigerator prior to replacement.

...

voltage.

control is on, lights work, but 2 fans and compressor are not operating, refrigerator may be in defrost cycle.

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e refrigerator is making unfam

ar noises or the compressor seems to run too muc

Check if... Then...

The r e f rigera tor is m aking an unfamiliar noise. See “Norm al Ope r ating Sounds ” s ection. The condenser coils are dirty. See “Cleaning Condenser Coils” instructions of “Care

and Cleaning” section.

The room temperature is hotter than normal. The motor will run longer under warm conditions. Expect

the motor to run about 40% to 80% of the time at normal room temperatures and even more at higher

temperatures. The door is opened often or a large amount of food has just been added.

The doors are not closed completely or are misaligned. See “Leveling” instructions in “Installation Instructions”

The b a se grille is blocked. This p revents air circulation. Remo ve lower fron t grill

The freezer control is set too low. See “Setting Controls” instructions of “Controls” section. Gaskets are sealing against refrigerator cabinet. If gaskets are not sealing properly see “Leveling and

Adding food and opening the door warms the

refrigerator. It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer

in order to cool the refrigerator back down.

section.

and check for obstructions.

Alignment” instructions of “Installation Instructions”

section.

Doors will not close completely or are misaligned

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The refrigerator is not level. Level refrigerator front-to-back and side-to-side. Shim(s)

may be required under a rear roller if the floor is uneven.

It is VERY IMPORTANT for your refrigerator to be level

in order to function properly. Food packages are blocking the door open. Rearrange food containers to clear door and door

shelves. The ice bin, shelves, door bins, or crispers are out of position.

Push bins all the way in and put crispers and shelves

into their correct positions.

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Temperature is too warm or there is moisture build-up

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The air vents are blocked. Cold air circulates fr om the freezer to the fresh food s ection and back a through air vents in the wall dividing the two sections. The doors are opened often. When the door is opened, warm humid air is allowed

The light stays on when the doors are closed. If lights are staying on call for service. The refrigerator or freezer controls are not set properly. See “Setting C ontrols” instructions of “Controls” section. A large amount of food has just been added to the refrigerator or freezer.

The food is not packaged correctly. Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to

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The door is misaligned or not closing completely. See “Doors will not close completely or are

Water droplets form on inside of refrigerator. This is considered normal during high humid ity periods

Water droplets or frost forming on beverage chiller control.

Water droplets or frost forming on temperature controlled meat drawer.

Water droplets form on outside of refrigerator. Check door gaskets fo r proper seal.

ain

Locate air vents by using your hand to sens e airflow and move all packages that block vents and restrict airflow.

into the refrigerator. The more the d oor is opened, the faster the humidity builds up, and the more warm air the refrigerator must cool.

Adding food warms the ref rigerator. It can take a few hours for the refrigerator to return to normal temperature.

storing in the refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation.

“misaligned”.

or if doors hav e been opened fr equently. It is normal during high humidity periods or if doors have been opened frequently. Reduce water droplets or frost by turning control counterclockwise. It is normal during high humidity periods or if doors have been opened frequently. Reduce water droplets or frost by sliding temperature controlled meat drawer to the left.

The temperature controlled meat drawer is too warm

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Temperature control on drawer is set cold enough. See “Temperature Controlled Meat Drawer”

instructions in “Refri

Freezer temperature is set cold enough. See “Setting Controls” instructions of “Controls”

section.

erator Features”Section.

The food temperature is too cold

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The condenser coil requires cleaning. See “Condenser Coil” instructions in “Care and

” section. Refrigerator and freezer controls are properly adjusted.

Cleanin See “Setting Controls” instructions of “Controls” section. Allow several hours for temperature to adjust.

Temperature controlled meat drawer or crisper drawer does not close freely

Check if... Then...

A package that may prevent drawer from closing properly. Drawer is in proper position. See “Tem perature Controlled Meat Drawer” or Crisper

Drawer channels are dirty. Clean drawer channels with warm, soapy water. Rinse

Drawer channels have lubrication. Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to drawer

Rearrange contents of drawer to allow drawer to close.

Drawer” instructions of “Refrigerator Features” section.

thoroughly and dry.

channels.

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The ice dispenser will not operate properly

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The freezer door is not closed completely. Push door firmly shut. If door will not close fully see

“Doors will not close completely or are misaligned.” There is no ice in the bucket. See “The ice maker is not producing ice.” The wrong ice has been added to the bin. Use only cubes produced by the current ice maker.

Remove all other cubes and check to make sure none

have become stuck in the delivery chute. The ice has frozen in the bin. Shake the bin to separate cubes or discard cubes and

wait 24 hours for ice to restock. Ice is stuck in the delivery chute. Clear the ice from the delivery chute with a plastic

utensil. Do not use anything sharp to remove the ice or

damage could occur. The ice bin is not installed correctly. Push the ice bin in fully and check to make sure it is

installed correctly. See “Automatic Ice Maker”

instructions of “Freezer Features” section.

The dispenser water is not cool enough

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The refrigerator has been newly installed. Allow 24 hours for the tank to cool completely. A large amount of water has been recently dispensed Allow 24 hours for the tank to cool completely. No water has been recently dispensed. The first glass of water may not be cool. Discard the

first glass.

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The water dis p e ns e r will not ope ra te p ro pe rly

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The freezer door is not closed completely Push door firmly shut. If door will not close fu lly see

“Doo r s will no t close comp le t ely or a re mis aligned.” The water tank has not filled. Depress water dispenser lever or pad until 2 to 3

quarts of water have been removed. It may take a few

minutes for water to begin to dispense. Discard water. The water supply shut-off valve to the refrigerator is not turned on. A water filter has been installed on the water line outside the refrigerator. The water supply is incorrectly installed or not connected.

Plastic hose was used for hookup, may be kinked. Replace with copper tubing which is more durable and

Copper tubing may be kinked. Replace tubing that is damaged.

Check the water supply hookup in your house and turn

on the water valve if necessary.

Check for filter clogs or improper installation of the

filter.

See “Connecting Water Supply” section of “Installation

Instructions” or label on back of refrigerator for water

supply hook up instructions. Use only copper tubing.

Do not use piercing type valves.

resistant to kinking.

Water or ice is leaking from the dispenser

Check if... Then...

The glass is not being held under the dispenser long

h, causing ice to spill and water to drip.

enou

An ice cube is stuck in the delivery chute and is holding the trap door open.

Hold the glass under the dispenser for 2 to 3 seconds after releasing the lever or pad. A small amount of water or ice may continue to dispense during this time. Remove the cube from the chute.

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The ice maker is not producing ice

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The ice maker arm is up, in the OFF position. Lower arm to ON position. The freezer is not cold enough to produce ice. Allow 24 hours after the refrigerator is installed for the

The water supply shut-off valve to the refrigerator is not turned on. The water filter has been installed on the water line outside the refrigerator. The ice maker mold has no water in it or no ice has been produced.

A plastic hose was used for hookup which may be

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kinked. The water pressure seems too low or too high. The ice maker needs to be connected to a cold water

The ice maker is not producing enough ice

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The ice maker has just been installed or a large amount of ice has just been used. The controls are set properly. The freezer must be cold enough to produce ice.

The water supply shut-off valve to the refrigerator is not fully turned on. Self piercing type or 3/16” saddle valve was used for hookup. Both reduce water flow and may become clogged over time. Plastic hose was used for hookup, may be kinked or leaking.

icemaker to begin producing ice. Check the water supply hookup in your house and turn on the water valve if necessary. Check for filter clogs or improper installation if the filter. The water supply is incorrectly installed or not connected. See “Connecting Water Supply” section of “Installation Instructions”. Use only copper tubing. Do not use piercing type valves. Replace with copper tubing which is more durable and resistant to kinking.

line with water pressure of 20-120 psi to function properly.

Wait 24 hours for ice production to begin and for ice maker to restock after emptied. Start at mid-range settings for both freezer and refrigerator and adjust as needed. See “Setting Controls” section of Controls. Check the water supply hookup in you house and turn the water valve on fully. Replace with correct type of saddle valve requiring ¼" hole to be drilled in water supply pipe before valve attachment. Replace with copper tubing which is more durable and resistant to kinking.

Ice has off-taste or odor

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Icemaker was recently installed. Discard first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or

off-flavored ice. Ice has been stored too long. Throw away old ice and make new supply. Food has not been wrapped tightly in either compartment. Water supply contains minerals such as sulfur. A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and

Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if

food is not wrapped properly.

odor problems.

Warranty

Full One Year Warranty on Refrigerator

For one year from the date of purchase, when this refrigerator is oper ated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with it, Sears will repair it, free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship.

Full Five Year Warranty on Sealed Refrigeration System

For five y ears from the date of purchase , when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with it, Sears will repair the sealed system (consisting of refrigerator, connecting tubing and compressor motor) free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship .

The above warr anty coverage applies only to refrigerators which are used for storage of f ood f or private household purposes.

Warranty service is availab le b y contacting 1-800-4-REPAIR (473-7247). This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and y ou may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co , Dept 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Read and Save These Instructions

Record in the space provided below , the model and serial numbers f ound on the serial plate located on the top left wall of the refrigerator compartment.

Model Numer: __________________________________ Serial Number: _________________________________ Purchase Date: _________________________________

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