Kenmore 59655669500, 59655664500, 59655663500, 59655662500, 59655659500 Owner’s Manual
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Contents
Important Safety Instructions ....................................... 3-4
Warranty and Protection Agreements ................................. 5-6
Installation ...................................................... 7-11
Location Door and Hinge Removal
Measuring the Opening Replacing the Doors
Transporting Your Refrigerator Handles
Leveling Connecting the Water Supply
Temperature Controls ............................................ 12-14
Temperature Control
Advanced Temperature Control
Fresh Food Features ............................................. 15-16
Shelves
Storage Drawers
Accessories
Freezer Features ................................................... 17
Shelves and Baskets
Door Storage
Ice and Water .................................................. 18-20
Automatic Ice Maker Water Dispenser Operation
Dispenser Features Dispenser Control
Water Filter ..................................................... 21-23
Removal and Installation Water Treatment Device Certificate
General Use Conditions
Food Storage Tips ............................................... 24-26
Fresh Food Storage
Frozen Food Storage
Food Storage Chart
Care and Cleaning .............................................. 27-30
Refrigerator Cleaning Chart Replacing Light Bulbs
Removing Odors From Refrigerator Preparing for Vacation
Energy Saving Tips Preparing to Move
Operating Sounds .................................................. 31
Troubleshooting ................................................. 32-35
Guia de Uso y Cuidado .............................................. 37
Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien ..................................... 75
Importnn!Snfet¥Instructions
Installer: Please leave this guide with this appliance.
Consumer: Please read and keep this Use & Care
Guide for future reference, it provides the proper use
and maintenance information.
In our continuing effort to improve the quality and
performance of our appliances, it may be necessary
to make changes to the appliance without revising
this guide.
To reduce risk of injury or death, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation
are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
refrigerators are still dangerous - even if they sit out
for "just a few days" If you are getting rid of your old
refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to
help prevent accidents.
What You Need to Know About
Safety Instructions
Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in
this guide are not meant to cover all possible
conditions and situations that may occur. Common
sense, caution and care must be exercised when
installing, maintaining or operating appliance.
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words,
Labels
DANGER - Immediate hazards which WILL result
in severe personal injury or death.
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which
COULD result in severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD
result in minor personal injury or property damage.
Before you throw away your old
refrigerator or freezer:
• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so
children may not easily climb
inside.
This appliance is equipped with a three-prong
grounding plug for your protection against possible
electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged into a
grounding receptacle. Where a standard two-prong
wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal
responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it
replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall
receptacle. Do not under any circumstances, cut or
remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Do not use an adapter plug.
Power supply cord with
three-prong grounding plug
Grounding type
wall receptacle
ImportantSafetyInstructions
To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious 13.
injury or death when using your refrigerator,
follow these basic precautions:
1. Read all instructions before using the refrigerator. 14.
2. Observe all local codes and ordinances.
3. Be sure to follow grounding instructions.
4. Check with a qualified electrician if you are not
sure this appliance is properly grounded. 15.
5. Do not ground to a gas line.
6. Do not ground to a cold-water pipe.
7. Refrigerator is designed to operate on a separate
115 volt, 15 amp., 60 cycle line. 16.
8. Do not modify plug on power cord. If plug does 17.
not fit electrical outlet, have proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician.
9. Do not use a two-prong adapter, extension cord 18.
or power strip.
10. Do not remove warning tag from power cord. 19.
11. Do not tamper with refrigerator controls.
12. Do not service or replace any part of refrigerator 20.
unless specifically recommended in Use & Care
Guide or published user-repair instructions. Do
not attempt service if instructions are not under-
stood or if they are beyond personal skill level.
Always disconnect refrigerator from electrical
supply before attempting any service. Disconnect
power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.
Install refrigerator according to Installation
Instructions. All connections for water, electrical
power and grounding must comply with local
codes and be made by licensed personnel when
required.
Keep your refrigerator in good condition. Bumping
or dropping refrigerator can damage refrigerator
or cause refrigerator to malfunction or leak. If
damage occurs, have refrigerator checked by
qualified service technician.
Replace worn power cords and/or loose plugs.
Always read and follow manufacturer's storage
and ideal environment instructions for items being
stored in refrigerator.
Your refrigerator should not be operated in the
presence of explosive fumes.
Children should not climb, hang or stand on any
part of the refrigerator.
Clean up spills or water leakage associated with
water installation.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Warrantv
Warranty
One Year Full Warranty on Refrigerator
For one year from the date of purchase, when this
refrigerator is operated and maintained according to
the instructions supplied with it, Sears will repair this
refrigerator, free of charge, if defective in material or
workmanship. This one year time period does not
include the refrigerator water filter cartridge
(if equipped), which is an expendable part warranted
for only 30 days (see below).
Five Year Full Warranty on Sealed
Refrigeration System
For five years from the date of purchase, when this
refrigerator is operated and maintained according to
instructions supplied with it, Sears will repair the
sealed system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting
tubing and compresso0 free of charge, if defective in
material or workmanship.
Reverse Osmosis Water Systems
• Some Reverse Osmosis home water systems cause
low water pressure. Low water pressure can affect
the water and ice dispensing system by causing
small or hollow ice cubes and slow water flow
from the dispenser. Service problems related to the
home's Reverse Osmosis water system are not
covered by the warranty.
Product Record
In the space below record the model and serial
numbers and purchase date of your refrigerator. You
will find the model and serial number sticker inside the
refrigerator section on the left wall.
Model Number: 596.
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
30 Day Full Warranty on Water Filter
Cartridge (if equipped)
For thirty days from the date of purchase, Sears will
replace the refrigerator water filter cartridge if it is
defective in material or workmanship.
All above warranty coverage applies only to
refrigerators which are used for storage of food for
private household purposes.
Warranty service is available in the United States or
Canada by contacting Sears at
1-800-4-MY-HOME _ (1-800-469-4663).
This warranty applies only while this product is in use
in the United States or Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may
also have other rights, which vary from state to state or
province to province.
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Dept. 817WA
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Keep this booklet and your Sears sales receipt in
a safe place for future reference.
Sears Canada, Inc.,
Toronto, Ontario
Canada M5B 2B8
ProtectionAgreements
In the U.S.A.
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.
Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and
protect yourseff from unexpected hassle and expense.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend
the life of your new product. Here's what's included in
the Agreement:
Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair
specialists
Unlimited service and no charge for parts and
labor on all covered repairs
"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
purchase for years to come. Purchase your Master
Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices
and additional information, call 1-800-827-6655.
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. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME _
(1-800-469-4663).
In Canada
Maintenance Agreements
Your purchase has added value because you can
depend on Sears HomeCentraP for service. With over
2,400 Service Technicians and more than a million
parts and accessories, we have the tools, parts,
knowledge and skills to back our pledge: We Service
What We Sell.
Your Kenmore _ product is designed, manufactured and
tested to provide years of dependable operation. But
like all products, it may require service from time to
time. The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an
outstanding service program, affordably priced.
E/Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your
request - no extra charge
Fast help by phone - phone support from a Sears
technician on products requiring in-home repair, plus
convenient repair scheduling
Power surge protection against electrical damage
due to power fluctuations
Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered
product takes longer than promised
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.
Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists,
who have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and
accessories. That's the kind of professionalism you
can count on to help prolong the life of your new
Sears Maintenance Agreement
• Is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's price
• Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal wear and
tear
• Provides phone support from a Sears technician on
products requiring in-home repair
• Even if you don't need repairs, provides an annual
Preventive Maintenance Check, at your request, to
ensure that your product is in proper running
condition
Some limitations apply. For information about
Sears Canada Maintenance Agreements, call
1-800-361-6665.
Your refrigerator was packed carefully for shipment.
Remove and discard shelf packaging and tape. Do not
remove the serial plate.
Location
• Do not install refrigerator near oven, radiator or other
heat source. If not possible, shield refrigerator with
cabinet material.
Transporting Your Refrigerator
• NEVER transport refrigerator on its side. If an
upright position is not possible, lay refrigerator on its
back. Allow refrigerator to sit upright for
approximately 30 minutes before plugging it in to
assure oil returns to the compressor. Plugging
refrigerator in immediately may cause damage to
internal parts.
• Do not install where temperature falls below 55° F
(13° C) or rises above 110° F (43° C). Malfunction
may occur at this temperature.
• Refrigerator is designed for indoor household
application only.
Measuring the Opening
When installing your refrigerator, allow '/2"space at top
and '/;' space behind machine compartment cover
(located in the rear) for proper air circulation. If the
refrigerator is placed with the door hinge side against
a wall, you may want to allow additional space so the
door can be opened wider.
Subflooring or floor coverings (i.e. carpet, tile, wood
floors, rugs) may make your opening smaller than
anticipated.
Some clearance may be gained by using the leveling
procedure under Leveling, pg. 8.
IMPORTANT: If refrigerator is to be installed into a
recess where the top of the refrigerator is completely
covered, use dimensions from floor to top of hinge cap
to verify proper clearance.
• Use an appliance dolly when moving refrigerator.
ALWAYS truck refrigerator from its side or
back-NEVER from its front.
Protect outside finish of refrigerator during transport
by wrapping cabinet in blankets or inserting padding
between the refrigerator and dolly.
Secure refrigerator to dolly firmly with straps or
bungee cords. Thread straps through handles when
possible. Do not overtighten. Overtightening
restraints may dent or damage outside finish.
Installation
Leveling
To protect personal property and refrigerator
from damage, observe the following:
• Protect vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs,
or other protective material.
• Do not use power tools when performing leveling
procedure.
To enhance the appearance and maintain performance
the refrigerator should be level.
Note
5. Using the carpenter's level, make sure front of
refrigerator is '/4"(6 ram) or '/8bubble higher than
back of refrigerator and that the refrigerator is level
from side to side.
6. If doors are uneven, do the following:
• Determine which door needs to be raised.
• Turn front roller adjustment screw (A) clockwise
to raise front corner of door.
• Complete any required door reversal, panel
installation and/or a water supply connection,
before leveling.
Materials Needed:
• 3/8"hex head driver
• Carpenter's level
1. Remove toe grille.
• Grasp firmly and pull bottom
outward to unclip.
2. Remove bottom bracket cover(s).
• Place the eraser end of a pencil or similar blunt
tool in the cover notch.
Notch
Location
• Use slight pressure to pry the
cover loose.
• Continue to maintain
downward pressure to the
notched side of the cover while
swinging it off.
.
Using hex head driver, turn both of the front
adjustment screws (A) clockwise to raise and
counterclockwise to lower the front of the
refrigerator.
• If one refrigerator
door has reached
the limit of its
adjustment range
and doors are still
not level, raise or
lower the opposite
door by turning roller
adjustment screw
counterclockwise.
• Check with level to verify '/4"tilt to the back for
proper door closure.
• If refrigerator is aligned and stable, replace toe
grille and hinge covers.
7. Replace bracket cover(s).
• Position cover into the outer edge of the hinge.
• Swing the cover toward the cabinet and snap it
into place.
8. Replace the toe grille.
Note
• For proper reinstallation, ensure the "top" marking
on the interior of the toe grille is oriented correctly.
• Align the toe grille mounting clips with the lower
cabinet slots.
• Push the toe grille firmly until it snaps into place.
4. Turn both rear adjustment screws (B) clockwise to
raise and counterclockwise to lower the rear of the
refrigerator.
Door and Hinge Removal
Some installations require door removal to get
refrigerator to final location.
To avoid severe personal injury or death,
observe the following:
• Disconnect power to refrigerator before removing
doors. Connect power only after replacing doors.
• Green ground wire must be attached to top hinge
while performing door removal and replacement.
• Tape decorative panels (select models) securely
into place before removing door handles.
• If tube end is damaged, cut off 5/8"before
reconnecting.
• If leaking occurs, disconnect and reconnect the
line.
3. Close doors.
/4. Remove top hinge covers by
removing Phillips screws.
5. Unscrew 5/,8"hex head screws
from top hinges.
• Do not remove screw
connecting green ground
wire.
6. Detach main wire connector harness and red wire
harness.
To avoid property damage, observe the following:
• Protect vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs
or other protective material, prior to moving
refrigerator.
1. Unplug power cord from power source.
2. Remove toe grille and bottom bracket covers (see
page 8).
• Open both doors 180°, or as wide as possible.
Note
• For refrigerators in operation, shut off water before
removing water line from the door.
• To detach main wire
harness, use a flat blade
tool or fingernail to press
junction point between two
connectors to release.
• To detach red wire harness,
press tab on underside of
connector to release.
7. Remove top hinges along with doors.
8. Remove bottom hinges with a _/8"hex head driver.
To Disconnect the Water Line:
• Push in white collar (A) and hold.
• Pull the door-side tube from the connector (B).
To Reconnect the Water Line:
• Firmly push tube 8/;, into the connector. Use
lines on the tube as a guide for full insertion.
Installation
Replacing the Doors
To replace the doors, follow the steps in Door and
Hinge Removal in opposite order.
IMPORTANT: If water line tube end is damaged, cut
off 5/8"before reconnecting.
To Remove:
1. Insert door removal card,
shipped with refrigerator (or
'/3;' thick plastic card similar
to a credit card) between the
handle and door panel
(approximately 3/4").
Handles
To Install:
,
Align fresh food handle
with door clip.
.
Make sure the tabs of the
handle clip are below the
tabs of the door clip.
.
Rotate the handle so that
the handle is flat against
the door.
,
The tab on the lower part
of the handle will align
with the hole in the handle
cap.
.
Slide handle upward until
it clicks. (For freezer
handle, repeat steps 1-4,
then slide handle
downward until it clicks.)
Note
• Wear gloves to protect your hands during removal
process.
2. Grasp the handle firmly and pull downward to
remove. (For freezer handle, repeat step 1, then
grasp the handle firmly and pull upward to
remove.)
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Connecting the Water Supply
To reduce the risk of injury or death, follow
basic precautions, including the following:
• Read all instructions before installing ice maker.
• Do not attempt installation if instructions are not
understood or if they are beyond personal skill
level.
• Observe all local codes and ordinances.
• Do not service ice maker unless specifically
recommended in this Use & Care Guide or
published user-repair instructions.
• Disconnect power to refrigerator before installing
ice maker.
• Water damage due to an improper water
connection may cause mold/mildew growth. Clean
up spills or leakage immediately!
To avoid property damage or possible injury,
follow basic precautions, including the
following:
• Consult a plumber to connect '/4" O.O. copper
tubing to household plumbing to assure
compliance with local codes and ordinances.
• Water pressure to water valve must be between 35
and 100 pounds per square inch to function
properly. A minimum pressure of 35 pounds per
square inch is recommended for refrigerators with
water filters.
• Do not use a self-piercing, or Y,6"saddle valve.
Both reduce water flow, can become clogged over
time, and may cause leaks if repair is attempted.
• Tighten nuts by hand to prevent cross threading.
Finish tightening nuts with pliers and wrenches.
Do not overtighten.
• Wait two to three hours before placing refrigerator
into final position to check and correct any water
leaks. Recheck for leaks after 24 hours.
• Verify the copper tubing under the sleeve is
smooth and free from defects. Do not reuse an old
sleeve.
Materials Needed:
• '/4" outer diameter flexible copper tubing
• Shut-off valve (requires a '/4" hole to be drilled into
water supply line before valve attachment)
• Adjustable wrench
• '/;' hex nut driver
• Brass nut and sleeve
Note
• Add 8 ft. to tubing length needed to reach water
supply for creation of service loop.
1. Create service loop with copper
tubing (minimum 2 ft. diameter).
Avoid kinks in the copper tubing
when bending the service loop.
2. Remove plastic cap from water valve
inlet port.
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3. Place brass nut (A) and
sleeve (B) on copper
tube end as illustrated.
(Do not use old sleeve.)
4. Place end of copper tubing into water
valve inlet port. Shape tubing slightly - Do
not kink - so that tubing feeds straight
into inlet port.
5. Slide brass nut over sleeve and screw nut
into inlet port. Tighten nut with wrench.
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten. Cross
threading may occur.
6_
Pull on tubing to confirm connection is
secure. Connect tubing to frame with
water tubing clamp (C) and turn on
water supply. Check for leaks and
correct if necessary. Continue to
observe the water supply connection
for two to three hours prior to moving
the refrigerator to its permanent
location.
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7. Monitor water connection for 24 hours.
Correct leaks, if necessary.
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