Kenmore 596.73822200, 596.62824200, 596.63822200, 596.72824200, 596.63824200 Use & Care Manual
...
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8
ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL
Part No. 12642723
Form A/11/02
www.sears.com
Au Canada, www.sears.ca
Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator*
Use & Care Guide
Réfrigérateur à compartiment congélateur inférieur*
Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien
Refrigerador con congelador inferior*
Guía de Uso y Cuidado
* See model numbers on inside back cover for models referenced
* Voir sur troisième de couverture les numéros de modèle auxquels il est fait référence.
* Ver los números de modelos en el interior de la contraportada para los modelos respectivos.
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Important safety information
What you need to know
about safety
instructions
Warning and Important Safety
Instructions appearing in this manual 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 refrigerator.
Always contact your dealer, distributor,
service agent, or manufacturer about
problems or conditions you do not
understand.
Save these instructions
DANGER – Immediate hazards
which WILL result in severe personal
injury or death.
DANGER
WARNING – Hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result in
severe personal injury or death.
WARNING
CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result in
minor personal injury.
CAUTION
To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death when using your refrigerator, follow these basic
precautions, including the following:
WARNING
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.
Before you throw away your old
refrigerator or freezer:
➢ Ta ke off the doors.
➢ Leave the shelves in
place so children
may not easily climb
inside.
DANGER
RECOGNIZE SAFETY
SYMBOLS, WORDS,
LABELS
1. Read all instructions before using the refrigerator.
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.
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 103 to
126 volt, 15 amp., 60 cycle line. DO NOT modify plug on
power cord. If plug does not fit electrical outlet, have
proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
8. DO NOT use a two-prong adapter, extension cord or
power strip.
9. DO NOT remove warning tag from power cord.
10. DO NOT tamper with refrigerator controls.
11. DO NOT service or replace any part of refrigerator unless
specifically recommended in the Use & Care Guide or
published user-repair instructions. DO NOT attempt service if
instructions are not understood or if they are beyond personal
skill level.
12. Always disconnect refrigerator from electrical supply
before attempting any service. Disconnect power cord by
grasping the plug, not the cord.
13. 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.
14. Keep your refrigerator in good condition. Bumping or
dropping refrigerator can damage unit or cause unit to
malfunction or leak. If damage occurs, have refrigerator
checked by qualified service technician.
15. Replace worn power cords and/or loose plugs.
16. Always read and follow manufacturer’s storage and ideal
environment instructions for items being stored in
refrigerator.
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Protection agreements
Master protection
agreements
IN THE U.S.A.
Congratulations on making a smart
purchase. Your new Kenmore
®
appliance 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 is when having a
Master Protection Agreement can save
you money and aggravation.
Purchase a Master Protection
Agreement now and protect yourself
from unexpected hassle and expense.
The Master Protection Agreement also
helps extend the life of your new
appliance. Here is what is 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 more than
three product failures occur within
twelve months.
➢ Product replacement if your covered
product cannot be fixed.
➢ Annual Preventive Maintenance
Check at your request – no extra
charge.
➢ Fast help by phone – non-technical
and instructional assistance on
products repaired in your home, 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 is the kind of
professionalism you can count on to
help prolong the life of your new
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 guaranteed professional
installation of home appliances and
items like garage door openers and
water heaters, in the U.S.A. call
1-800-MY-HOME
®
.
Maintenance agreements
IN CANADA
Your purchase has added value because
you can depend on Sears HomeCentral
®
for service. With over 2,400 Service
Technicians and access to over 900,000
parts and accessories, we have the
tools, parts, knowledge and skills to
ensure our pledge: We Service What
We Sell.
Your Kenmore®appliance is designed,
manufactured and tested to provide
years of dependable operation. Yet any
major appliance may require service
from time to time. The Sears
Maintenance Agreement offers you an
outstanding service program, affordably
priced.
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 for non-technical and
instructional assistance.
➢ Even if you don’t need repairs,
provides an annual Preventive
Maintenance Check, at your request,
to ensure that your appliance is in
proper running condition.
Some limitations apply. For information
concerning Sears Canada Maintenance
Agreements, call 1-800-361-6665.
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Warranty
UNITED STATES
Full One Year Warranty on
Refrigerator
For one year from the date of purchase,
when this refrigerator is operated 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 years 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 refrigerant, connecting tubing and
compressor motor) free of charge, if
defective in material or workmanship.
The above warranty coverage applies
only to refrigerators which are used for
storage of food for private household
purposes. It excludes original and
replacement Kenmore ice & water filter
cartridges. Original and replacement
cartridges are warranted for 30 days,
parts only, against defects in material or
workmanship.
Warranty service is available by
contacting 1-800-4-MY-HOME
®
(1-800-469-4663).
This warranty applies only while this
product is in use in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other
rights, which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Warranty
CANADA–
LIMITED WARRANTY
Full One Year Warranty on
Refrigerator
For one year from the date of purchase,
when this refrigerator is operated 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 years 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 refrigerant, evaporator, and
condenser) free of charge, if defective in
material or workmanship.
Ten Year Parts Warranty on
Compressor
For ten years from the date of purchase,
when this refrigerator is operated and
maintained according to instructions
attached to or furnished with it, Sears
will replace any compressor part, if
defective in material or workmanship.
The above warranty coverage applies
only to refrigerators which are used for
storage of food for private household
purposes. It excludes original and
replacement Kenmore filtered ice &
water filter cartridges (if equipped with
the filter system). Original and
replacement cartridges are warranted for
30 days, parts only, against defects of
material or workmanship.
Warranty service is available by
contacting 1-800-4-MY-HOME®or
(1-800-469-4663).
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Canada,
M5B 2B8
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: ____________________
Keep this booklet and your Sears
sales receipt in a safe place for future
reference.
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Contents
Important Safety Information ......................................................................................2
What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions...................................................2
Protection Agreements ................................................................................................3
Master Protection Agreements – U.S.A.....................................................................3
Maintenance Agreements – Canada .........................................................................3
Warranty - United States............................................................................................4
Product Record ..........................................................................................................4
Warranty - Canada.....................................................................................................4
Installing Your Refrigerator ....................................................................................6-11
Measuring the Opening .............................................................................................6
Transporting Your Refrigerator...................................................................................6
Selecting the Best Location .......................................................................................6
How to Install and Remove Handles .........................................................................7
How to Remove the Hinges, Doors and Drawer .......................................................8
How to Reverse the Hinges, Doors and Drawer .......................................................9
How to Replace the Hinges, Doors and Drawer........................................................9
How to Connect the Water Supply...........................................................................10
How to Level Your Refrigerator ................................................................................11
Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures........................................................12
Initial Control Settings..............................................................................................12
Adjusting the Controls..............................................................................................12
Fresh Food Storage.................................................................................................12
Frozen Food Storage...............................................................................................12
Fresh Food Features.............................................................................................13-14
Interior Shelves ........................................................................................................13
Door Storage............................................................................................................13
Climate-Controlled Drawers.....................................................................................14
Storage Drawers ......................................................................................................14
Freezer Features .........................................................................................................15
Automatic Ice Maker ................................................................................................15
Shelves ....................................................................................................................15
Drawers....................................................................................................................15
Door Storage............................................................................................................15
Hints and Care .......................................................................................................16-17
How to Clean Your Refrigerator...............................................................................16
How to Remove Odors from Refrigerator ................................................................17
Energy Saving Ideas................................................................................................17
How to Remove and Replace Light Bulbs...............................................................17
Normal Operating Sounds .........................................................................................18
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................19-20
Operation ............................................................................................................19-20
Ice and Water...........................................................................................................20
Français .......................................................................................................................21
Español........................................................................................................................41
Service ..........................................................................................................Back Cover
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Installing your refrigerator
These instructions were provided to aid
you in the installation of your
refrigerator.
Measuring the opening
A one-half inch (
1
⁄2") of air space must be
provided for the top and the back of the
refrigerator. When installing your
refrigerator, measure carefully.
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
How to Level Your Refrigerator
(page 11).
IMPORTANT: If refrigerator is to be
installed into a recess where top of
refrigerator is completely covered, use
dimensions from floor to top of hinge
cap to verify proper clearance.
Selecting the best
location
Observe these points when choosing the
final location for your refrigerator:
➢ DO NOT install refrigerator near
oven, radiator or other heat source. If
not possible, shield refrigerator with
cabinet material.
➢ DO NOT install where temperature
falls below 55° F (13° C). Malfunction
may occur at this temperature.
➢ To assure proper door closure, follow
the leveling instructions in the
section, How to Level Your
Refrigerator (page 11).
Transporting your
refrigerator
Follow these tips when moving the
refrigerator to final location:
➢ 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 prior to
plugging refrigerator in to assure oil
returns to the compressor. Plugging
refrigerator in immediately may cause
damage to internal parts.
➢ 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.
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How to install and
remove handles
For easier installation, some
refrigerators may have been delivered
with the handles off. Please see the
interior of the fresh food section to
locate the handle assembly. In case
future transport of the refrigerator is
necessary, the removal instructions have
been included here for your
convenience.
Handle design may vary from
refrigerator to refrigerator. Please
reference the instructions for the
appropriate handle design below.
FRESH FOOD HANDLE
Installing Front-Mounted Handle
1. Remove
1
⁄4" hex head
screws from door face
with hex head driver.
Remove Phillips screw
from top of door.
• If reversing door,
remove door plugs from opposite
side of door and insert in screw
holes.
2. Align handle holes with screw
holes on door face and secure
with 2 door face
screws from step 1.
3. Locate handle trim in
literature pack and install
over top and bottom of
handle, as illustrated.
• Secure top handle trim
with remaining screw
removed in step 1.
• Snap bottom trim over bottom
portion of handle.
* Fasteners may require either a T-15 Torx®driver or a Phillips screwdriver.
Torx®is a registered trademark of Textron Inc.
FREEZER HANDLE
Installing Partial-Width Handle
➢ Install handle by
fastening with
screws removed
from edge of door.
• If reversing freezer
door, remove door plugs from top
edge of door and insert into screw
holes.
Removing Partial-Width Handle
➢ Remove handle
screws.*
• Retain screws for
later replacement.
Installing Full-Width Handle
➢ Install handle by
fastening with screws*
removed from edge of
door.
Removing Full-Width Handle
➢ Remove handle by
removing three
screws* from handle.
• Retain screws for later
replacement.
Removing Front-Mounted Handle
1. Remove top handle trim
by removing top handle
screw.
• Retain trim and screw
for later replacement.
2. Pry bottom handle trim
from handle with
screwdriver flat blade
wrapped in masking tape.
• Retain trim for later
replacement.
3. Remove two remaining
handle screws and
remove handle.
• Retain screws for later
replacement.
Installing Side-Mounted Handle
➢ Install handle by
fastening with
screws* removed
from edge of door.
NOTE: If reversing door, remove door
plugs from opposite side of door and
insert in screw holes.
Removing Side-Mounted Handle
➢ Remove handle by
removing three
screws* from side of
door.
• Retain screws for
later replacement.
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Installing your refrigerator,
cont.
How to remove the
hinges, doors and
drawer
Some installations require door removal
to get refrigerator to final location.
5. Lift refrigerator door from center
hinge pin.
6. For freezer door only:
Hold freezer door in
place while removing
center hinge pin with a
5
⁄16" hex head driver.
Remove freezer door
from bottom hinge.
• Retain hinge pin for later use.
For freezer drawer only: Remove
center hinge pin with a
5
⁄16" hex head
driver.
• Retain hinge pin for later use.
7. Remove Phillips
screws to remove
center hinge.
• Retain all screws for
later use.
8. Remove bottom hinge or stabilizing
bracket with
3
⁄8" hex head driver.
• Retain
screws for
later use.
• Lift out
bottom hinge
pin (some
models).
PULLOUT DRAWER
To avoid electrical shock which can
cause severe personal injury or
death, observe the following:
➢ Disconnect power to refrigerator
before removing doors. Connect
power only after replacing doors.
WARNING
To avoid damage to walls and
flooring, protect soft vinyl or other
flooring with cardboard, rugs or other
protective material.
CAUTION
1. Unplug power cord from power
source.
2. Remove toe grille and bottom bracket
cover(s).
• Open freezer door as wide as
possible.
• Depending on the model of your
refrigerator, you may have one or
two bracket covers.
3. Remove top hinge
cover from refrigerator
door by removing
Phillips screw.
• Retain screw and
cover for replacement.
4. Unscrew
5
⁄16" hex head
screws from top hinge
to remove hinge.
• Retain all screws for
later use.
To avoid possible injury, product, or
property damage, you will need two
people to perform the following
instructions.
CAUTION
1. Pull drawer open to full extension.
2. Remove lower basket by pressing
inward on basket sides, then lift
basket.
3. Pull upper basket out to full
extension, and lift out to remove.
Press Tab Here
4. Remove Phillips screw from each side
of rail system (some models).
5. Lift top of door to unhook door
supports from rail system. Lift door out
to remove.
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How to reverse the
hinges, doors and
drawer
1. Perform all steps listed in How to
Remove the Hinges, Doors and
Drawer (page 8).
2. Transfer cabinet
plugs and cabinet
screws to opposite
side of cabinet.
• Remove cabinet
plugs with flat
blade of
screwdriver tip
wrapped in
masking tape.
• Remove center mullion screws with
a
5
⁄16
" hex head driver.
• For freezer door only: Remove
bottom mullion screws with
3
⁄8
" hex
head driver.
IMPORTANT: When working directly on
doors, place doors on a nonabrasive
surface protected by towels or rugs to
avoid damage to door finish.
3. Transfer door stops from bottom edge
of fresh food door and freezer door
(some models) to
opposite side of
door edge.
• Use a Phillips
screwdriver for
removal and installation.
4. See How to Install and Remove
Handles to remove and reinstall
handles (page 7).
5. Proceed to How to Replace the
Hinges, Doors and Drawer to mount
doors.
How to replace the
hinges, doors and
drawer
1. Install hinge assemblies.
• Install top hinge loosely with
5
⁄16" hex
head screws.
• Install center hinge with Phillips
screws.
• Install bottom hinge with
3
⁄8" hex
head screws.
2. Insert bottom
hinge pin
(some models).
• Locate bottom
hinge hole
closest to
outside edge
of cabinet,
and insert bottom hinge pin.
Replace any door shims, if present.
3. Replace toe grille and bracket
cover(s). See markings on inside of
toe grille to insure proper placement.
• Snap bottom portion into place
first. Press down on top part of grille
until top portion snaps into place.
4. For freezer door
only: Place hinge
side of freezer
door on bottom
hinge pin. Hold
freezer door
upright while installing center hinge
pin with
5
⁄16" hex head driver.
• Replace any applicable door shims.
• Make sure the hinge pin is installed
tightly.
For freezer drawer only: Install
center hinge pin with
5
⁄16" hex head
driver.
• Replace any applicable door shims.
• Make sure the hinge pin is installed
tightly.
5. Place hinge side of refrigerator door
on center hinge pin.
6. While holding
refrigerator door
upright, tighten
down top hinge
with
5
⁄16" hex head
driver and replace
hinge cover (some
models).
PULLOUT DRAWER
1. Pull both rails out to full extension.
2. Hook door supports into rail tabs, as
illustrated, and lower door into final
position.
3. With drawer pulled out to full
extension, insert lower basket by
aligning tabs on both side of lower
basket with notches in rail assembly.
4. Slide upper basket into unit. Make
sure that rear of basket hooks behind
rail catch.
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Installing your refrigerator,
cont.
How to connect the
water supply
To reduce the risk of injury or
death, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
➢ Read all instructions before
installing device.
➢ 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 device unless
specifically recommended in
owner’s manual or published
user-repair instructions.
➢ Disconnect power to refrigerator
prior to installing device.
WARNING
To avoid property damage or
possible injury, follow basic
precautions, including the
following:
➢ Consult a plumber to connect
copper tubing to household
plumbing to assure compliance
with local codes and ordinances.
➢ Confirm water pressure to water
valve is between 20 and 100
pounds per square inch. If water
filter is installed, water pressure to
water valve must be a minimum of
35 pounds per square inch.
➢ DO NOT use a self-piercing, or
3
⁄16"
saddle valve! Both reduce water
flow, become clogged with 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 24 hours before placing
refrigerator into final position to
check and correct any water leaks.
CAUTION
MATERIALS NEEDED
➢
1
⁄4" outer diameter flexible copper
tubing
➢ Brass compression nut and sleeve for
1
⁄4" outer diameter copper tubing.
➢ Shut-off valve (requires a
1
⁄4" hole to
be drilled into water supply before
valve attachment)
➢ Adjustable wrench
➢
1
⁄4" hex nut driver
NOTE: Add 8' to tubing length needed to
reach water supply for creation of
service loop.
1. Create service loop with tubing using
care to avoid kinks in tubing.
2. Remove plastic cap from water valve
inlet port.
3. Place brass nut (A) and sleeve (B) on
copper tube end as illustrated.
A
B
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 present.
7. Monitor water connection for 24
hours. Correct leaks, if necessary.
C
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How to level your
refrigerator
If your refrigerator requires an ice maker
water supply connection, refer to How
to Connect the Water Supply (page
10) section before leveling your
refrigerator.
To protect personal property or
refrigerator from damage, observe
the following:
➢ Protect soft vinyl or other flooring
with cardboard, rugs, or other
protective material.
➢ Do not use power tools when
performing leveling procedure.
CAUTION
MATERIALS NEEDED
➢
3
⁄8" hex head driver
➢ Level
1. Remove toe grille and bottom bracket
covers (see previous instructions).
2. Turn both front adjustment screws (A)
clockwise to raise and counterclockwise to lower.
4. Turn stabilizing legs (C) clockwise
until firmly against floor.
5. Turn front roller adjustment screws
(A) 2 to 3 times counterclockwise, so
that full weight of refrigerator rests on
stabilizing legs (C).
A
B
A
C
3. Turn both rear adjustment screws (B)
clockwise to raise and
counterclockwise to lower.
6. Using a level, make sure front of
refrigerator is
1
⁄4" (6 mm) or 1⁄2 bubble
higher than back of refrigerator. See
leveling step 3 for assistance.
7. Replace toe grille and bottom bracket
covers. See markings on inside of toe
grille to insure proper placement.
➢ Snap bottom portion into place
first. Press down on top part of
grille until top portion snaps into
place.
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Setting and maintaining proper temperatures
The controls are located at the top front of the refrigerator and freezer compartments. NOTE: The freezer control turns the cooling
system on. Neither section will cool if freezer control is set to off.
Refrigerator Control
Freezer Control
Initial control settings
1. Locate refrigerator control at the top
of fresh food compartment and
freezer control at top of freezer
section.
2. The manufacturer’s recommended
setting for both compartments is 4.
3. Let the refrigerator run at least 8 to
12 hours before adding food.
4. Allow 24 hours for temperature to
stabilize.
Adjusting the controls
➢ 24 hours after adding food, you may
decide that one or both
compartments should be colder or
warmer. If so, adjust the control(s) as
indicated in the Temperature Control
Guide.
➢ Do not change either control more
than one number at a time.
➢ Allow 5-8 hours for temperatures to
stabilize.
➢ Changing either control will have
some effect on the temperature of the
other compartment.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL GUIDE
Refrigerator too warm Turn the refrigerator control to next higher number.
Refrigerator too cold Turn the refrigerator control to next lower number.
Freezer too warm Turn the freezer control to next higher number.
Freezer too cold Turn the freezer control to next lower number.
To turn refrigerator OFF Turn the freezer control to OFF.
NOTE: Turning freezer control to OFF stops cooling in both compartments. It does
not shut off power to the refrigerator.
Frozen food storage
➢ The freezer compartment of a
refrigerator should be kept at
approximately 0° F. To check the
temperature, place an appliance
thermometer between the frozen
packages and check after 24 hours. If
the temperature is above 0˚ F, adjust
the control as described on above.
Fresh food storage
➢ The fresh food compartment of a
refrigerator should be kept between
34° F and 40° F with an optimum
temperature of 37° F. To check the
temperature, place an appliance
thermometer in a glass of water and
place in the center of the refrigerator.
Check after 24 hours. If the
temperature is above 40° F adjust the
controls as explained above.
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Door storage
DAIRY CENTER
The Dairy Center
provides convenient
storage for items
such as butter,
yogurt, cheese, etc.
This compartment is an adjustable
feature located in the door. It can be
moved to several different locations to
accommodate storage needs.
➢ To remove, open dairy door, pull
upward and tilt out.
➢ To install, reverse above procedure.
DOOR BUCKETS
Door Buckets adjust to
meet individual storage
needs.
➢ To remove,
slide bucket up
and pull
straight out.
➢ To install, reverse above procedure.
Fresh food features
Interior shelves
To avoid personal injury or property
damage, observe the following:
➢ Confirm shelf is secure before
placing items on shelf.
➢ Handle tempered glass shelves
carefully. Shelves may break
suddenly if nicked, scratched, or
exposed to sudden temperature
change.
CAUTION
SPILLPROOF SHELVES
Spillproof Shelves hold
simple spills for easier
cleaning.
➢ To remove shelves, lift
up and out.
➢ To install shelves, reverse above
procedure.
Spillproof Slide-out
Shelves feature
the convenience
of easy cleaning
with a pullout
design to reach items in the back. For
ease of cleaning, glass shelf may be
removed by pulling to full extension and
lifting out of frame.
DOOR RETAINER
Door Retainers remove for easy
cleaning.
➢ To remove, slide retainer up and pull
straight out.
➢ To install, reverse above procedure.
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Fresh food features,
cont.
Climate-controlled
drawers
HUMIDITY-CONTROLLED
CRISPER DRAWERS
(SOME MODELS)
The Crisper Drawer
keeps produce fresh
longer by providing
an environment with
adjustable humidity.
Controls
The crisper
controls
regulate the
amount of humidity in
the crisper drawer. Use the low setting
for produce with outer skins. Use the
high setting for leafy produce.
To remove and install drawers:
➢ To remove drawer, pull drawer out to
full extension. Tilt up front of drawer
and pull straight out.
➢ To install, insert drawer into frame
rails and push back into place.
To remove and install glass and
frame:
➢ Remove drawers as instructed
above.
➢ Place hand beneath frame to push up
glass from underneath. Lift glass out.
➢ Lift frame from refrigerator liner rails.
➢ To install, repeat above instructions in
reverse order.
WHAT CAN I DO TO PROLONG
THE LIFE OF MY PRODUCE?
Please observe the following rules when
storing produce in humidity-controlled
crisper drawers:
➢ DO NOT wash produce before
placing in crispers. Any additional
moisture added to the drawers may
cause produce to prematurely spoil.
➢ DO NOT line crispers with paper
towels. Towels will retain moisture.
➢ DO NOT place leafy vegetables in
the temperature-controlled drawer.
Colder temperatures will damage
leafy produce.
➢ Follow control instructions carefully.
Not setting controls correctly may
damage produce.
See below for correct humidity drawer
control settings:
LOW • cauliflower • apples
• corn • oranges
• zucchini • grapes
• cucumbers
HIGH • lettuce • asparagus
• spinach • cabbage
• celery • broccoli
• fresh sprouts • fresh herbs
FULL-WIDTH DRAWER
(SOME MODELS)
The Full-Width Drawer provides a
drawer that can be used for large party
trays, deli items or beverages.
To remove and install drawers:
➢ To remove drawer, pull drawer out to
full extension. Tilt up front of drawer
and pull straight out.
➢ To install, insert drawer into frame
rails and push back into place.
Storage drawers
SNACK DRAWER
(SOME MODELS)
The Snack Drawer
can be used for
storage of food
items or extra
produce.
To remove and install drawers:
➢ To remove drawer, pull drawer out to
full extension. Tilt up front of drawer
and pull straight out.
➢ To install, insert drawer into frame
rails and push back into place.
CAN RACK
(SOME MODELS)
The Can Rack slides out from
underneath the spillproof stationary
shelf. The can rack holds up to twelve
12-ounce beverage cans.
To remove and install drawers:
➢ To remove drawer, pull drawer out to
full extension. Tilt up front of drawer
and pull straight out.
➢ To install, insert drawer into frame
rails and push back into place.
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Freezer features
Automatic ice maker
(SOME MODELS)
Using Ice Maker for the First Time
1. Confirm ice bin is in
place and ice maker
arm is down.
2. After freezer section reaches
between 0° to 2° F (-18° to -17° C),
ice maker fills with water and begins
operating.
3. Allow approximately 24 hours after
installation to receive first harvest of
ice.
4. Discard ice created within first 12
hours of operation to verify system is
flushed of impurities.
Operating Instructions
1. Confirm ice bin is in place and ice
maker arm is down.
2. After freezer section reaches 0° to 2°
F (-18° to -17° C), ice maker fills with
water and begins operating. You will
have a complete harvest of ice
approximately every 3 hours.
3. Stop ice production
by raising ice maker
arm until click is
heard.
4. Ice maker will remain in the off
position until arm is pushed down.
To avoid property damage, observe
the following:
➢ Do not force ice maker arm down
or up.
➢ Do not place or store anything in
ice storage bin.
CAUTION
Shelves
ICE SERVICE RACK
To install and
remove rack:
➢ To install, slide
L-shaped
groove of shelf
down over back
wall screw. Push rack back until screw
is stopped in L-shaped groove (1) .
Slide front portion of shelf over front
wall screw (2).
➢ To remove, perform above steps in
reverse order.
FIXED FREEZER SHELF
To remove and install shelves:
➢ Remove shelf
by pulling out
to full
extension. Tilt
up front of
shelf and pull straight out.
➢ To install, insert shelf into refrigerator
liner rails and push to back of
compartment.
Drawers
WIRE BASKET
To remove and install basket:
➢ To remove
basket, pull
basket out
to full
extension.
Tilt up front of basket and pull straight
out.
➢ To install, insert basket into
refrigerator liner rails and push back
into place.
PULLOUT DRAWER
BASKETS
(SOME MODELS)
(Door assembly of drawer removed from
illustration for visual clarity.)
To remove baskets:
➢ Follow steps 1-3 of Pullout Drawer
(page 8).
To replace baskets:
➢ Follow steps 3-4 of Pullout Drawer
(page 9).
To prevent accidental child
entrapment or suffocation risk, DO
NOT remove the divider in the top
freezer basket.
DANGER
1
2
Door storage
DOOR SHELF
The Door Shelf
provides convenient
storage for frozen
food items in freezer
door.
To remove and install
door shelf:
➢ To remove shelf, lift assembly from
side liner tabs and pull out.
➢ To install, fit ends of shelf assembly
on liner tabs and slide down.
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Hints and care
PART DO
➢ Use 4 tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in 1 quart (1
liter) warm soapy water.
➢ Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately
to avoid water spots.
➢ Use warm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth or sponge.
➢ Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately
to avoid water spots.
➢ Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle.
➢ Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle with brush attachment.
➢ Follow removal and installation instructions from appropriate
feature section.
➢ Allow items to adjust to room temperature.
➢ Dilute mild detergent and use a soft clean cloth or sponge
for cleaning.
➢ Use a plastic bristle brush to get into crevices.
➢ Rinse surfaces with clean warm water.
➢ Dry glass and clear items immediately to avoid spots.
DO NOT USE
➢ Abrasive or harsh cleaners
➢ Ammonia
➢ Chlorine bleach
➢ Concentrated detergents or
solvents
➢ Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads
➢ Abrasive or harsh cleaners
➢ Ammonia
➢ Chlorine bleach
➢ Concentrated detergents or
solvents
➢ Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads
➢ Vinegar-based products
➢ Citrus-based cleaners
➢ Abrasive or harsh cleaners
➢ Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads
➢ A dishwasher
Textured Doors
and Exterior
Cabinet Interior
Stainless Steel Doors
and Exterior*
IMPORTANT: Damage
to stainless steel finish
due to improper use of
cleaning products or
non-recommended
products is not covered
under this product’s
warranty.
Door Gaskets
Condenser Coil
Remove base grille to
access
Condenser Fan Outlet
Grille
See back of refrigerator
Accessories Shelves,
buckets, drawers, etc.
To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following:
• Read and follow manufacturer’s directions for all cleaning products.
• DO NOT place buckets, shelves or accessories in dishwasher. Cracking or
warping of accessories may result.
CAUTION
To avoid electrical shock which can
cause severe personal injury or
death, disconnect power to
refrigerator before cleaning. After
cleaning, connect power.
WARNING
How to clean your refrigerator
*Astainless steel cleaner has been included inside the refrigerator for your use. To purchase additional cleaner, please contact
Sears using the information on the back of your manual.
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How to remove odors
from refrigerator
1. Remove all food.
2. Disconnect refrigerator.
3. Clean the following items–paying
special attention to crevices–using
the appropriate instructions in How to
Clean Your Refrigerator:
•Walls, floor, and ceiling of cabinet
interior.
• Drawers, shelves, and gaskets.
4. Wash and dry all bottles, containers,
and jars. Discard spoiled or expired
items.
5. Wrap or store odor-causing foods in
tightly-sealed containers to prevent
reoccurring odors.
6. Connect power to refrigerator and
return food.
7. After 24 hours, check if odor has
been eliminated.
If odor is still present...
1. Remove drawers and place on top
shelf of refrigerator.
2. Pack refrigerator and freezer
sections–including doors–with
crumpled sheets of black and white
newspaper.
3. Place charcoal briquettes randomly
on crumpled newspaper in both
freezer and refrigerator
compartments.
4. Close doors and let stand 24–48 hours.
5. Repeat steps 5 through 7 above.
If odor was not eliminated, contact
Sears Service Center. Refer to back of
manual for phone number.
Energy saving ideas
➢ Avoid overcrowding refrigerator
shelves. This reduces effectivity of air
circulation around food and causes
refrigerator to run longer.
➢ Avoid adding too much warm food to
refrigerator at one time. This
overloads compartments and slows
rate of cooling.
➢ Do not use aluminum foil, wax paper,
or paper toweling as shelf liners. This
decreases air flow and causes
refrigerator to run less efficiently.
➢ A freezer that is
2
⁄3
full runs most
efficiently.
➢ Locate refrigerator in coolest part of
room. Avoid areas of direct sunlight,
or near heating ducts, registers, or
other heat producing appliances. If
this is not possible, isolate exterior by
using a section of cabinet or an
added layer of insulation.
➢ Refer to section in Use and Care
Guide on temperature controls for
recommended control settings.
➢ Clean door gaskets every three
months according to use and care
guide instructions. This will assure
that door seals properly and
refrigerator runs efficiently.
➢ Take time to organize items in
refrigerator to reduce time that door
is open.
➢ Be sure your doors are closing
securely by leveling refrigerator as
instructed in your use and care guide.
➢ Clean condenser coils off as
indicated in the Use and Care Guide
every 3 months. This will increase
energy efficiency and cooling
performance.
To avoid personal injury or property
damage, observe the following:
➢ Allow light bulb to cool.
➢ Wear gloves when replacing light
bulb.
CAUTION
To avoid electrical shock which can
cause severe personal injury or
death, disconnect power to
refrigerator before replacing light
bulb. After replacing light bulb,
connect power.
WARNING
How to remove and
replace light bulbs
FRESH FOOD
1. Slide shield toward
back of
compartment to
release from light
assembly.
2. Remove light bulbs.
3. Replace with appliance bulbs no
greater than 40 watts.
4. Replace light bulb
cover by inserting
tabs on light shield
into liner holes on
each side of light
assembly. Slide shield toward front of
refrigerator until it locks into place.
DO NOT force shield beyond locking
point. Doing so may damage light
shield.
FREEZER
1. Pinch rear tabs on
light cover and pull
straight down.
2. Remove light
bulb.
3. Replace bulb with appliance bulb no
greater than 40 watts.
4. Insert front tabs of light cover into
freezer liner and snap rear portion
over light assembly until rear tabs
engage.
A
B
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Normal operating sounds
Today’s refrigerators use foam insulation and are more energy efficient than refrigerators of the past. However, foam insulation is
not as sound absorbent as former insulated models. As a result, certain sounds may be unfamiliar. In time, these sounds will
become familiar. Please refer to this information before calling service.
B
J
G
A
F
C
I
E
K
D
H
SOLUTION
➢ Normal operation
➢ Normal operation
➢ Normal operation
➢ Normal operation
➢ Normal operation
➢ Normal operation
➢ See Installing your Refrigerator for details on how to level
your refrigerator.
➢ Normal operation
➢ Stop sound by raising ice maker arm to ‘off’ position. See
Automatic Ice Maker section in your Use and Care Guide
for details.
➢ Normal operation
➢ Normal operation
POSSIBLE CAUSE
➢ Freezer control (A) clicks when
starting or stopping compressor.
➢ Defrost timer (B) sounds like an
electric clock and snaps in and
out of defrost cycle.
➢ Freezer fan (C) and condenser
fan (D) make this noise while
operating.
➢ Evaporator (E) and heat
exchanger (F) refrigerant makes
this noise when flowing.
➢ Ice cubes from ice maker (select
models) drop into ice bucket (G).
➢ Compressor (H) makes a
pulsating sound while running.
➢ Refrigerator is not level.
➢ Ice maker water valve (I)
hookup (select models) buzzes
when ice maker fills with water.
➢ Ice maker (J) is in the ‘on’
position without water
connection.
➢ Compressor (H) can make a high-
pitched hum while operating.
➢ Defrost heater (K) hisses, sizzles
or pops when operational.
TOPIC
Clicking
Air rushing or whirring
Gurgling or boiling
sound
Thumping
Vibrating noise
Buzzing
Humming
Hissing or
popping
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PROBLEM
Food temperature
appears too warm
Refrigerator has an odor
Water droplets form on
outside of refrigerator
Water droplets form on
inside of refrigerator
Refrigerator or ice maker
make unfamiliar sounds
or seems too loud
Crisper drawers do not
close freely
Refrigerator runs too
frequently
Operation
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Door is not closing properly.
Controls need to be adjusted.
Condenser coils are dirty.
Rear air grille is blocked.
Door has been opened frequently, or has
been opened for long periods.
Food has recently been added.
Compartment is dirty or has odor-causing
food.
Check gaskets for proper seal.
Humidity levels are high.
Controls require adjustment.
Humidity levels are high or door has been
opened frequently.
Check gaskets for proper seal.
Normal operation.
Contents of drawer, or positioning of items in
the surrounding compartment could be
obstructing drawer.
Drawer is not in proper position.
Refrigerator is not level.
Drawer channels are dirty or need treatment.
Doors have been opened frequently or have
been opened for long periods of time.
Humidity or heat in surrounding area is high.
Food has recently been added.
Refrigerator is exposed to heat by
environment or by appliances nearby.
Condenser coils are dirty.
SOLUTION
See Installing Your Refrigerator–How to Level Your
Refrigerator section on how to properly level refrigerator.
Check gaskets for proper seal. Clean, if necessary, according
to cleaning instructions.
Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door from
closing properly (i.e. improperly closed drawers, ice buckets,
oversized or improperly stored containers or foodstuffs, etc.)
See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures–
Adjusting the Controls section on how to adjust your controls.
See section on Hints and Care–How to Clean Your
Refrigerator for instructions.
Check the positioning of food items in refrigerator to make
sure grille is not blocked. Rear air grilles are located under
crisper drawers.
Reduce time door is open. Organize food items efficiently to
assure door is open for as short a time as possible.
Allow interior environment to adjust for period the door has
been open.
Allow time for recently added food to reach refrigerator or
freezer temperature.
See section on Hints and Care for instructions.
See section on Hints and Care–How to Clean Your
Refrigerator for instructions.
See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures–
Adjusting the Controls section on how to adjust your controls.
See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures–
Adjusting the Controls section on how to adjust your controls.
See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures–
Adjusting the Controls section on how to adjust your controls.
Reduce time door is open. Organize food items efficiently to
assure door is open for as short a time as possible.
See section on Hints and Care–How to Clean Your
Refrigerator for instructions.
Refer to Normal Operating Sounds.
Reposition food items and containers to avoid interference
with the drawers.
See section on Fresh Food Features–Climate-Controlled
Drawers to verify drawer positioning.
See Installing Your Refrigerator–How to Level Your
Refrigerator section on how to properly level refrigerator.
Clean drawer channels with warm, soapy water. Rinse and
dry thoroughly. Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to drawer
channels.
Reduce time door is open. Organize food items efficiently to
assure door is open for as short a time as possible.
Allow interior environment to adjust for period the door has
been open.
Normal operation.
Allow time for recently-added food to reach refrigerator or
freezer temperature.
Evaluate your refrigerator’s environment. Refrigerator may
need to be moved to run more efficiently.
See section on Hints and Care–How to Clean Your
Refrigerator for instructions.
Troubleshooting
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Ice and water
PROBLEM
Refrigerator runs too
frequently continued
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Controls need to be adjusted.
Door is not closing properly.
SOLUTION
See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures–
Adjusting the Controls section on how to adjust your controls.
See Installing Your Refrigerator–How to Level Your
Refrigerator section on how to properly level refrigerator.
Check gaskets for proper seal. Clean, if necessary. See section on
Hints and Care–How to Clean Your Refrigerator for instructions.
Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door from
closing properly (i.e. improperly closed drawers, ice buckets,
oversized or improperly stored containers or foodstuffs, etc.)
Operation, cont.
Refrigerator is leaking
water
Ice forms in inlet tube to
ice maker
Water flow is slower than
normal
Plastic tubing was used to complete water
connection.
Improper water valve was installed.
Water pressure is low.
Freezer temperature is too high.
Water pressure is low.
Improper water valve was installed.
Sears recommends using copper tubing for installation.
Plastic is less durable and can cause leakage. Sears is not
responsible for property damage due to improper
installation or water connection.
See section on Installing Your Refrigerator–How to
Connect the Water Supply for Instructions. Self-piercing and
3
⁄16” saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the
line over time. Sears is not responsible for property
damage due to improper installation or water connection.
Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per
square inch to function properly. A minimum pressure of 35
pounds per square inch is recommended for refrigerators with
water filters.
See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures–
Adjusting the Controls section on how to adjust your
controls. Freezer is recommended to be between 0 to 2°F
(-18 to –17° C).
Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per
square inch to function properly. A minimum pressure of 35
pounds per square inch is recommended for refrigerators with
water filters.
See section on Installing Your Refrigerator–How to
Connect the Water Supply for instructions. Self-piercing and
3
⁄16” saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the
line over time. Sears is not responsible for property
damage due to improper installation or water connection.
Troubleshooting,
cont.
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