Kenmore 596.66039600, 596.67259600, 596.67902600, 596.67942600, 596.67949600 Use & Care Manual
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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
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* Ver los números de modelos en el interior de la contraportada para los modelos respectivos.
Part No. 12828180
Form C/12/06
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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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.
RECOGNIZE SAFETY
SYMBOLS, WORDS,
LABELS
DANGER
DANGER – Immediate hazards
which WILL result in severe personal
injury or death.
WARNING
WARNING – Hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result in
severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION
CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result in
minor personal injury.
DANGER
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:
➢ Take off the doors.
➢ Leave the shelves in
place so children
may not easily climb
inside.
WARNING
To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or
death when using your refrigerator, follow these basic
precautions, including the following:
1. Read all instructions
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 115
volt, 15 amp., 60 cycle line.
8. Do not modify plug on power cord. If plug does not fit
electrical outlet, have proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
9. Do not use a two-prong adapter, extension cord or
power strip.
10. Do not remove warning tag from power cord.
11. Do not tamper with refrigerator controls.
12. Do not service or replace any part of refrigerator unless
specifically recommended in Use & Care Guide or
published user-repair instructions. Do not attempt
before
using the refrigerator.
service if instructions are not understood or if they are
beyond personal skill level.
13.
Always
before attempting any service. Disconnect power cord
by grasping the plug, not the cord.
14. 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.
15. 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.
16. Replace worn power cords and/or loose plugs.
17.
Always
environment instructions for items being stored in
refrigerator.
18. Your refrigerator should not be operated in the
presence of explosive fumes.
19. Children should not climb, hang or stand on any part of
the refrigerator.
20. Clean up spills or water leakage associated with water
installation.
disconnect refrigerator from electrical supply
read and follow manufacturer’s storage and ideal
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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
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than promised.
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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
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Warranty
Warranty
One Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and
maintained according to all
instructions supplied with the
product, if this appliance fails due to
a defect in material or workmanship
within one year from the date of
purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME
to arrange for free repair.
If this appliance is used for other
than private family purposed, this
warranty applies for only 90 days
from the date of purchase.
This warranty covers only defects
in material and workmanship.
Sears will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear
out from normal use, including
but not limited to filters, belts,
light bulbs, and bags.
2. A service technician to instruct
the user in correct product
installation, operation or
maintenance.
3. A service technician to clean or
maintain this product.
4. Damage to or failure of this
product if it is not installed,
operated or maintained according
to all instructions supplied with
the product.
5. Damage to or failure of this
product resulting from accident,
abuse, misuse or use for other
than its intended purpose.
6. Damage to or failure of this
product caused by the use of
detergents, cleaners, chemicals
or utensils other than those
recommended in all instructions
supplied with the product.
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7. Damage to or failure of parts or
systems resulting
from unauthorized modifications
made to this
product.
Disclaimer of implied warranties;
limitation of remedies
Customer’s sole and exclusive
remedy under this limited warranty
shall be product repair as provided
herein. Implied warranties, including
warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose, are
limited to one year or the shortest
period allowed by law. Sears shall
not be liable for incidental or
consequential damages. Some
states and provinces do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential
damages, or limitations on the
duration of implied warranties or
merchantability or fitness, so these
exclusions or limitations may not
apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this
appliance is used in the United
States and Canada.
This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to
state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept.
817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto,
Ontario, Canada
M5B 2B8
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: ____________________
Keep this booklet and your Sears
sales receipt in a safe place for future
reference.
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Contents
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.....................................................................................................................4
Product Record ..........................................................................................................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
Your refrigerator was packed carefully
for shipment. Remove and discard shelf
packaging and tape. Do not remove the
serial plate.
Transporting your
refrigerator
Follow these tips when moving the
refrigerator to final location:
Selecting the best
location
Observe these points when choosing the
final location for your refrigerator:
Measuring the opening
A one-half inch (
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.
1
⁄2") of air space must be
➢ 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.
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. Over-
tightening restraints may dent or
damage outside finish.
ALWAYS truck
➢ 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).
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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.
Handle design may vary from
refrigerator to refrigerator. Please
reference the instructions for the
appropriate handle design below.
Before handle installation, remove all
packaging and tape.
FRESH FOOD HANDLE
Installing Front-Mounted Handle
1. Remove
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.
NOTE: Do not reinstall top screw at
this step.
3. Locate handle trim in
literature pack and install
over top and bottom of
handle, as illustrated.
1
⁄4" hex head
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
➢ Remove screws from the side of the
door.*
➢ Install handle by
fastening with the
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.
FREEZER HANDLE
Installing Partial-Width Handle
➢ Remove screws from
the top of door.
➢ Install handle by
fastening with
screws removed
from the top of door.
• If reversing freezer
door, remove door
plugs from opposite 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
➢ Remove the screws
on the top of door.
➢ Install handle by
fastening with
screws* removed
from edge of door.
Removing Full-Width Handle
➢ Remove handle by
removing screws*
from handle.
• Retain screws for later
replacement.
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• 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.
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is a registered trademark of Textron Inc.
Torx
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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.
WARNING
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.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to walls and
flooring, protect soft vinyl or other
flooring with cardboard, rugs or other
protective material.
1. Unplug power cord from power
source.
2. Remove toe grille and bottom bracket
cover(s) (page 11).
3. Remove top hinge
cover from refrigerator
door by removing
Phillips screw.
• Retain screw and
cover for
replacement.
4. Unscrew
screws from top hinge
to remove hinge.
• Retain all screws for
later use.
5
⁄16" hex head
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
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
• Retain
screws for
later use.
• Lift out
bottom hinge
pin (some
models).
3
⁄8" hex head driver.
5
⁄16" hex head
PULLOUT DRAWER
(SOME MODELS)
CAUTION
To avoid possible injury, product, or
property damage, you will need two
people to perform the following
instructions.
1. Pull drawer open to full extension.
2. Remove lower basket by pressing
inward on basket sides, then lift
basket.
Press Tab Here
3. Pull upper basket out to full
extension, and lift out to remove.
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
5
a
⁄16" hex head driver.
• For freezer door only: Remove
bottom mullion screws with
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.
3
⁄8" hex
How to replace the
hinges, doors and
drawer
1. Install hinge assemblies.
• Install top hinge loosely with
head screws.
• Install center hinge with Phillips
screws.
• Install bottom hinge with
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
• Replace any applicable door shims.
• Make sure the hinge pin is installed
For freezer drawer only: Install
center hinge pin with
driver.
5
⁄16" hex head driver.
tightly.
5
⁄16" hex head
5
3
⁄8" hex
⁄16" hex
6. While holding
refrigerator door
upright, tighten
down top hinge
5
with
⁄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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• Replace any applicable door shims.
• Make sure the hinge pin is installed
tightly.
5. Place hinge side of refrigerator door
on center hinge pin.
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Installing your refrigerator, cont.
How to connect the
water supply
WARNING
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 Use
and Care Guide or published userrepair instructions.
➢ Disconnect power to refrigerator
prior to installing device.
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
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.
1
⁄4" hole to
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.
CAUTION
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
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.
3
⁄16"
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
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.
C
7. Monitor water connection for 24
hours. Correct leaks, if necessary.
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How to level your
A
B
A
C
2 Remove bottom bracket cover
(if applicable):
5. Turn stabilizing legs (C) clockwise
until firmly against floor.
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.
CAUTION
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.
MATERIALS NEEDED
3
➢
⁄8" hex head driver
➢ Carpenters Level
1. Remove toe grille:
➢ Grasp toe grille firmly and pull
outward to unclip.
➢ Use the eraser end of a pencil or
similar blunt tool and place in the
notch. Use slight pressure to pry
the cover from the lower hinge
bracket.
Notch
Location
➢ Continue to maintain downward
pressure to the notched side of
the cover while swinging it off.
3. Using hex head driver, turn front
adjustment screws (A) clockwise to
raise and counterclockwise to lower
the front of the refrigerator.
6. Turn front adjustment screws (A) 2 to
3 times counterclockwise, so that full
weight of refrigerator rests on
stabilizing legs (C).
7. Using a level, make sure the
refrigerator is level from side to side
and the front of refrigerator is
(6 mm) or
of refrigerator.
8. Replace the lower bracket cover
(if applicable):
➢ Position the cover(s) on the outer
1
⁄2 bubble higher than back
edge of the lower hinge. Swing
the cover(s) toward the cabinet
and snap into place.
1
⁄4"
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NOTE: Some models only have
adjustment screws “A.”
4. Select models also have rear
adjustment screws (B). Using the hex
head driver, turn each of these
adjustment screws (B) to raise or
lower the rear of the refrigerator.
9. Reinstall the toe grille.
➢ See markings on the inside of
the toe grille to insure proper
placement.
➢ Align the toe grille mounting clips
with the lower cabinet slots and
snap bottom portion into place
first.
➢ Press on the top part of the grille
until it snaps into place.
➢ Push the toe grille firmly and
snap 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
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.
Freezer Control
Freezer Control
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.
➢ Changing either control will have
some effect on the temperature of the
other compartment.
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.
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 above.
Touch Temperature Controls
Initial control settings
After plugging the refrigerator in, set the
controls.
➢ Pressing the or pads adjusts the
controls to the desired setting.
➢ The temperature control range for both
compartments is 1 through 7 (coldest).
➢ Initially set the refrigerator control on 4.
➢ Initially set the freezer control on 4.
➢ Let the refrigerator run at least 8 to 12
hours before adding food.
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(SELECT MODELS)
Control
TEMPERATURE CONTROL GUIDE
Refrigerator too warm Set the refrigerator control to next higher number
by pressing the pad
Refrigerator too cold Set the refrigerator control to next lower number by
pressing the pad.
Freezer too warm Set the freezer control to next higher number by
pressing the pad.
Freezer too cold Set the freezer control to next lower number by
pressing the pad.
To turn refrigerator OFF Press the refrigerator or freezer pad until a dash
(–) appears in the display.
NOTE: Turning freezer control to OFF stops cooling in both compartments. It does
not shut off power to the refrigerator.
.
Fresh food features
Interior shelves
CAUTION
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.
SPILLPROOF SHELVES
(SOME MODELS)
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 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.
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.
WHAT CAN I DO TO PROLONG
Climate-controlled
drawers
HUMIDITY-CONTROLLED
CRISPER DRAWERS
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
outer skins. Use the
leafy produce.
To remove and install drawers:
➢ To remove drawer, pull drawer out to
➢ To install, insert drawer into frame
To remove and install glass and
frame:
➢ Remove drawers as instructed
low
setting for produce with
high
setting for
full extension. Tilt up front of drawer
and pull straight out.
rails and push back into place.
above.
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.
➢ Follow control instructions carefully.
Not setting controls correctly may
damage produce.
See below for correct humidity drawer
control settings:
LOW • cauliflower • apples
HIGH • lettuce • asparagus
• corn • oranges
• zucchini • grapes
• cucumbers
• spinach • cabbage
• celery • broccoli
• fresh sprouts • fresh herbs
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 can rack:
➢ To remove can rack, pull can rack out
to full extension. Tilt up front of can
rack and pull straight out.
➢ To install, insert can rack into frame
rails and push back into place.
➢ 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.
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Freezer features
1
2
Automatic ice maker
(SOME MODELS)
CAUTION
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.
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.
Shelves
ICE SERVICE RACK
(SOME MODELS)
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
(SOME MODELS)
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.
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).
DANGER
To prevent accidental child
entrapment or suffocation risk, DO
NOT remove the divider in the top
freezer basket.
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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
position until arm is pushed down.
off
Drawers
WIRE BASKET
(SOME MODELS)
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.
DOOR SHELF
(SOME MODELS)
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
How to clean your refrigerator
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can
cause severe personal injury or
death, disconnect power to
refrigerator before cleaning. After
cleaning, connect power.
PART DO
Textured Doors
and Exterior
Cabinet Interior
Stainless Steel Doors
and Exterior*
IMPORTANT:
to stainless steel finish
due to improper use of
cleaning products or
non-recommended
products is not covered
under this product’s
warranty.
Damage
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
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.
➢ Use 4 tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in 1 quart
➢ Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately
➢ Use warm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth or sponge.
➢ Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately
CAUTION
(1 liter) warm soapy water.
to avoid water spots.
to avoid water spots.
Door Gaskets
Condenser Coil
Remove base grille to
access
Condenser Fan Outlet
Grille
See back of refrigerator
Accessories
buckets, drawers, etc.
* A stainless 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.
Shelves,
➢ Abrasive or harsh cleaners
➢ Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads
➢ A dishwasher
➢ 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.
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How to remove odors
Energy saving ideas
How to remove and
from refrigerator
1. Remove all food.
2. Disconnect refrigerator.
3. Clean the following items–paying
special attention to crevices–using
the appropriate instructions in
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.
How to
:
➢ 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
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.
2
⁄3 full runs most
replace light bulbs
WARNING
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.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury or property
damage, observe the following:
➢ Allow light bulb to cool.
➢ Wear gloves when replacing light
bulb.
FRESH FOOD
1. Slide shield toward
back of
compartment to
release from light
assembly.
2. Remove light bulbs.
3. Replace with appliance bulbs
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.
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2. Remove light
bulb.
3. Replace bulb with appliance bulb
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.
B
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Normal operating sounds
B
J
G
A
F
C
I
E
K
D
H
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.
TOPIC
Clicking
Air rushing or whirring
Gurgling or boiling
sound
Thumping
Vibrating noise
Buzzing
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.
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
Humming
Hissing or
popping
➢ 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
➢ 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.
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Troubleshooting
Operation
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
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
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
See section on
Refrigerator
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
See section on
Refrigerator
See
Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures–
Adjusting the Controls
See
Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures–
Adjusting the Controls
See
Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures–
Adjusting the 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
Refrigerator
Refer to
Reposition food items and containers to avoid interference
with the drawers.
See section on
Drawers
See
Installing Your Refrigerator–How to Level Your
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
Refrigerator
section on how to properly level refrigerator.
section on how to adjust your controls.
Hints and Care–How to Clean Your
for instructions.
Hints and Care for instructions.
Hints and Care–How to Clean Your
for instructions.
section on how to adjust your controls.
section on how to adjust your controls.
section on how to adjust your controls.
Hints and Care–How to Clean Your
for instructions.
Normal Operating Sounds.
Fresh Food Features–Climate-Controlled
to verify drawer positioning.
section on how to properly level refrigerator.
Hints and Care–How to Clean Your
for instructions.
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Troubleshooting, cont.
Operation, cont.
PROBLEM
Refrigerator runs too
frequently
continued
Ice and water
Refrigerator is leaking
water
Ice forms in inlet tube to
ice maker
Water flow is slower than
normal
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Controls need to be adjusted.
Door is not closing properly.
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.
SOLUTION
See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures–
Adjusting the Controls
See
Installing Your Refrigerator–How to Level Your
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.)
Sears recommends using copper tubing for installation.
Plastic is less durable and can cause leakage.
responsible for property damage due to improper
installation or water connection.
See section on Installing Your Refrigerator–How to
Connect the Water Supply
3
⁄16” saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the
line over time.
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
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
Connect the Water Supply
3
⁄16” saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the
line over time.
damage due to improper installation or water connection.
section on how to properly level refrigerator.
Sears is not responsible for property
Installing Your Refrigerator–How to
Sears is not responsible for property
section on how to adjust your controls.
Sears is not
for instructions. Self-piercing and
section on how to adjust your
for instructions. Self-piercing and
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