Kenmore 59671814101, 59671813101, 59671272101, 59671272100, 59671144100 Owner’s Manual

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Use & Care Guide

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Electrical Requirements

[ WARNING ]

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, do not cut or remove the round
grounding prong from the plug. Refrigerator must be grounded at all times. Do not remove warning tag from cord.

Do not use a two-prong adaptor. Do not use an extension cord. _i

Electrical Grounding Instructions --This refrigerator is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug
for protection against possible shock hazards. If you encounter a two-prong receptacle, contact a
qualified electrician and have the two-prong wall receptacle replaced with a properly grounded
three-prong wall receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code.

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

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Proper Disposal of Your Refrigerator

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or

abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous---even if they will sit for "just a few days". If
you discard an old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent

accidents.

BEFORE YOU THROW AWAYYOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR
FREEZER:

• Take off the doors.

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

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 orfurnished with it, Sears will repair it,free of charge, if defective in material orworkmanship.

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 refrigerator, 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.

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

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Read and Save These Instructions

Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers found on the serial plate located on the top left

wall of the refrigerator compartment.

Model Number: 596.

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

Contents Space Requirements

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

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

Warranty ............................................................................... 2

Read and Save These Instructions ...................................... 2

Space Requirements ........................................................... 3

Instructions for Swing Door Models ..................................... 4

To Remove Doors and Hinges ......................................... 4

To Reverse Doors ............................................................. 4

To Replace Doors ............................................................. 4

Instructions for Pullout Freezer Drawer Models ................... 6

To Remove Refrigerator Door and Hinges ....................... 6

To Reverse Refrigerator Door .......................................... 6

To Replace Refrigerator Door .......................................... 7
To Remove and Replace Freezer Pullout Drawer and

Stabilizing Feet ................................................................. 7
Connect Ice Maker Water Supply Line (some models) .... 9

Leveling Refrigerator .......................................................... 10

Swing Door Models ........................................................ 10

Pullout Freezer Drawer Models ...................................... 10

Controls .............................................................................. 11

Refrigerator and Freezer Controls .................................. 11

Setting Controls .............................................................. 11

Refrigerator Features ......................................................... 11

Refrigerator Shelves ....................................................... 11

Adjustable Position Drawer (some models) ................... 11

Crisper Drawers ............................................................. 12

Meat Drawer ................................................................... 12

Crisper and Meat Drawer System (some models) ......... 13

Bottle Rack (some models) ............................................ 14

Covered Utility Bin (some models) ................................. 14

Dairy Compartment ........................................................ 14

Door Buckets .................................................................. 14

Door Shelves .................................................................. 14

Freezer Features ................................................................ 14

Frost-Free System .......................................................... 14

Automatic Ice Maker (some models) .............................. 14

Ice Service Rack (some models) ................................... 15

Wire Shelf ....................................................................... 15

Vertical Shelf Divider (some models) ............................. 15

Wire Basket .................................................................... 15

Tilt-Out Bin (some models) ............................................. 15

Pullout Drawer Baskets (some models) ......................... 16

Ice Shield (some models) ............................................... 16

Care and Cleaning ............................................................. 16

General Cleaning ........................................................... 16

Stainless Steel Cleaning ................................................ 16

Adhesives ....................................................................... 16

Door Gaskets ................................................................. 16

Condenser Coil ............................................................... 17

Glass Shelves ................................................................ 17

Odor Removal ................................................................ 17

Light Bulb Replacement ................................................. 17

Vacation Tips ...................................................................... 18

Energy Tips ........................................................................ 18

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

Before Calling For Service ................................................. 19

EspanSI .............................................................................. 22

Fran£ais ............................................................................. xx

Note: Translation may sometimes cause variations in
meaning. In all cases where meaning varies, the most

accurate meaning will be the English version of this
document.

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator. Failure to do so
can result in death, explosion, fire, or burns.

• To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow
for a 1"(2.5 cm) space at the top of your refrigerator.

• If your refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you
leave some extra space at the back to allow for the

water line connection. The refrigerator can be flush with
the back wall if you do not have an ice maker installed.

• If you are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall,
leave 2 ½" minimum on hinge side (depending on your
model) to allow for the door to swing open 90°.

NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven,
radiator, or other heat source. Do not install the
refrigerator in a location where the temperature will fall
below 55°F (13°C).

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Instructions for Swing Door Models

Proper installation will ensure this
refrigerator operates most efficiently.

Tools Required

Putty knife
Masking tape

3/8"hex nut driver

IMPORTANT:

Save all screws for reuse.
For plug removal requiring use of flat blade screwdriver

or putty knife, blade of tool must be covered with

masking tape to avoid damage to refrigerator finish,
For plugs using a screwdriver or nut driver style head,

use appropriate tool to avoid damage to plugs.

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/I6 hex nut driver

'A" hex nut driver
Phillips screwdriver

To Remove Doors and Hinges

Some installations may require door and hinge removal to
transport unit to final location.

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe

refrigerator before removing doors. After replacing
personal injury or death, disconnect power to

doors, connect power.

1. Remove top hinge cover (A).Top hinge cover snaps off.
While supporting refrigerator door, remove top hinge (B)

and shim (C) using 5/16"hex nut driver to remove screws

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5. Remove center hinge bracket (A) and shim (B) by
removing screws (C) using Phillips screwdriver.

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6. Remove toe grille (A) and bottom hinge cover (B). Both
snap off.

7. Remove bottom hinge and shim (C)with 3/8"hex nut
driver. Remove hinge pin (D). Remove and retain all
round washer shims (E), if present.

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To Reverse Doors

Some installationsmay require door reversal to achieve full

swing door. To reverse swing door direction perfrom the
following steps.

1. Complete all directions in section entitled To Remove

Doors.

2. Peel off positive positioning shim from top of unit (A).
NOTE: Keep adhesive surface of shim free of dirt

and dust until ready to replace. Soiling of adhesive
surface will prevent proper reinstallation.

2. Lift refrigerator door off center hinge.

3. While supporting freezer door, remove center hinge pin
(A) from center hinge bracket (B)with 5/16"hex nut driver.

Remove and retain all round washer shims (C-some

models).

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4. Remove freezer door by lifting door off bottom hinge.

3. Transfer three cabinet plugs from top corner of
cabinet to holes left from top hinge removal.

4. Transfer three 5/16"hex head screws opposite center
hinge area to the holes left by center hinge removal.

RemoveDoorStop

1. Unscrew2Phillipsscrewsandremovedoorstop(A)

from refrigerator and freezer door (B). Retain all screws
for door stop replacement.

Reverse Handle (front-mounted design)

1. Remove handle screw from handle trim (A). Pry up edge
of handle trim (A & B) using a putty knife blade wrapped

in masking tape. Remove handle (C)from door by
removing 1 remaining mounting screw at each end of

handle (D).

2. Remove plugs from hinge side of door (E). Replace
plugs in empty mounting holes.

3. Mount refrigerator handle (C) on opposite side of door
using mounting screws removed in previous step.

4. Snap handle trim (A & B) into place and replace screw
at top of handle.

Replace door stop

1. Mount door stop opposite handle side on underside
of door.

To Replace Doors

1. Replace bottom hinge and shims with 3/8"hex nut
screws from hinge removal.

2. Replace bottom hinge pin (A) in hinge bracket
hole (B) toward outside of cabinet. Replace all

washer shims (C-some models).

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3. Replace center hinge and shims with Phillips screws
from hinge removal.

4. Place freezer door on bottom hinge pin.

5. Replace center hinge pin with s/16"hex nut driver.

Make sure fit is tight. Replace all washer shims _11_

(some models).

6. Assemble top hinge, hinge shim, and positioning
shim together. Attach loosely to opposite side of

cabinet to allow for door clearance.

Reverse Freezer Handle

1. Locate two notches on back of freezer handle (A). Insert
putty knife blade wrapped in masking tape. Pry up back

edge of handle cap (B) and remove from handle.

2. Remove handle from door by removing screws (C).

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3. Transfer plugs (D) from opposite side of freezer door to
empty mounting holes.

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Place refrigerator door on center hinge. Tighten down

top hinge to securely hold door.

8.

Use a dime at top to space door WI6"(18 mm)

from cabinet. Handle side of door should be
approximately I/8"(3 mm) higher than hinge side.

Door will become level when it is loaded with

food.

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Replace hinge cover.

Note:

If automatic ice maker water supply is required,

procede to Connect Ice Maker Water

Supply Line. If not, procede to section entitled
Leveling Refrigerator.

Instructions for Pullout Freezer
Drawer Models

Proper installation will ensure this
refrigerator operates most efficiently•

Tools Required
T-15TorxTM driver

s!8"hex nut driver
5/1_"hex nut driver
Phillips screwdriver

IMPORTANT:

Save all screws for reuse•

For plug removal requiring use of flat blade

or putty knife, blade of tool must be covered with
masking tape to avoid damage to refrigerator finish.

For plugs using a screwdriver or nut driver style head,

use appropriate tool to avoid damage to plugs•

Putty knife
Masking tape

To Remove Refrigerator Door and Hinges

Some installations may require door removal to transport
unit to final location•

WARNING

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe

personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator before removing doors•After replacing

doors, connect power•

• Remove top hinge cover (A). Top hinge cover snaps off.

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While supporting refrigerator door, remove top hinge (B)
and shim (C) using s ,,

(D).

/16 hex nut driver to remove screws

To Reverse Refrigerator Door

Some installationsmay require door reversal to achieve full

swing door• To reverse swing door direction perfrom the
following steps•

1,

Complete all directions in section entitled To Remove

Doors•

2.

Peel off positive positioning shim from top of unit (A).
NOTE: Keep adhesive surface of shim free of dirt

and dust until ready to replace• Soiling of adhesive
surface will prevent proper reinstallation.

3. Transfer three cabinet plugs from top corner of
cabinet to holes left from top hinge removal.

4. Transfer three 5!16"hex head screws opposite center
hinge area to the holes left by center hinge removal.

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2. Lift refrigerator door off center hinge.

3. Remove center hinge pin (A)from center hinge bracket
(B) with 5/16"hex nut driver. Remove and retain all round

washer shims (C-some models).

Remove Door Stop

1. Unscrew 2 Phillips screws and remove door stop (A)
from refrigerator door (B). Retain all screws for door stop
replacement•

Reverse Handle

1. Remove door plugs from edge of door• Keep for later
replacement•

2. RemoveTorx-headscrewstoreleasehandlefromdoor.
Retainscrewsforreplacement.

3. Mount handle on opposite side of door using screws

from removal.

4. Place plugs in holes on door edge opposite handle.

Replace door stop

1. Mount door stop opposite handle side on underside
of door.

To Replace Refrigerator Door

1. Replace center hinge and shims with Phillips screws
from hinge removal.

2. Replace center hinge pin " s ,,
Make sure fit is tight. Replace all washer shims

(some models).

3. Assemble top hinge, hinge shim, and positioning
shim together. Attach loosely to opposite side of

cabinet to allow for door clearance.

with /46 hex nut driver.

To Remove and Replace Freezer Pullout

Drawer and Stabilizing Feet

To Remove Freezer Drawer

1. Open freezer drawer to full extension.

2. Empty all articles out of baskets.

3. Slide top wire basket out to full extension and lift out
to remove.

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Remove bottom basket (A) by lifting basket from rail

guides (B).

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Place refrigerator door on center hinge. Tighten down
top hinge to securely hold door.

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Use a dime at top to space door W_6"(18mm)
from cabinet. Handle side of door should be

approximately 4/8"(3 mm) higher than hinge side.
Door will become level when it is loaded with

food.

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6. Replace hinge cover.

Note: If automatic ice maker water supply is required,
procede to Connect Ice Maker Water Supply Line. If not,

procede to section entitled Leveling Refrigerator.

Remove Phillips screw (C)from each side of drawer
rail assembly (D). DO NOT remove hex head screws

from rail assembly.

6,

Lift front handle of freezer drawer to disengage

drawer rail hooks (E)from interior rail assembly (F).

Lift drawer assembly out to remove.

Optional Instructions If Addressing Transport

Clearnace Issues

1. Remove both stabilizing leg covers (A) and toe grille (B).
Both snap off.

2. Remove both stabilizing brackets (C)with 3/8"hex nut
driver.

To Replace Freezer Drawer
IMPORTANT: Two individuals may be required to complete
this procedure.

1. Extend both interior rail assemblies to full length on
each side of cabinet.

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insert hook tab (D) into notch (E) at 45 ° angle. Insert

tab (F) into notch (G) by lowering handle end of
assembly.

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Replace Phillips screws on both rail extensions.

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2. Locate notches(A) in both interior rail extensions.

3. Align tabs on outside edge of drawer rail assemblies

(B) with notches in both rail extensions (C).

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6. Replace bottom basket (H) by placing basket into rail
guides (I).

7. Slide top basket into upper compartment.
Optional Instructions If Addressing Transport
Clearance Issues

1. Replace both stabilizing brackets (A)with 3/8"hex nut

driver.

2. Replace toe grille (B) and both stabilizing leg
covers (C). See markings on inside of toe grille to
insure proper placement.

• Snap top portion into place first. Press down on
lower part of grille until bottom portion snaps into

place.

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Connect Ice MakerWater Supply Line

some models)

DANGER

Toavoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death. Disconnect power to refrigerator
before connecting water supply.

CAUTION

Observe the following to avoid property damage:

• Raise stabilizing leg before moving unit.

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

• Tighten adapter fitting and nuts with pliers and

wrenches. Do not overtighten.

• Check for water leaks and correct if necessary before
returning refrigerator to normal location. After 24
hours check again for leaks.

Important

• Before connecting water supply, contact a plumber to
connect coper tubing to household plumbing in compli-

ance with local codes and ordinances.

• DO NOT use piercing type or 3/16"saddle valves! Both
reduce water flow, become clogged with time and in

addition, may cause leaks if repair is attempted. The
correct type-a shut-off valve-requires a '/4" hole to be
drilled in the water supply pipe before valve attachment.

2. Place brass nut(A) and brass sleeve(B) on copper
tubing(C)(Brass nut and sleeve are found in your

literature packet.). Insert copper tubing into water

valve inlet port(D). Connect brass nut on copper
tubing to water valve inlet port. Make sure copper
tubing is secure by pulling on copper tubing.

3. Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for
leaks. Correct any leaks at connection. Be careful not

to overtighten connection.

4. Create a service loop using extreme care to avoid
kinks. Secure copper tubing to refrigerator cabinet

with a "P" clamp(E). It is important to secure copper
tubing to refrigerator to avoid leaks when pushing

refrigerator back into opening.

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• Do not install copper tubing in area where temperatures
drop below 32°F (0°C).

Materials Required
%" O.D.(6 mm) flexible copper tubing
½" open end wrench

Length of copper tubing must reach from water supply
connection to water valve inlet port on back of refrigerator,

plus additional 8 ft. (2 m) of tubing for a service loop.A
service loop will allow refrigerator to be pulled away from

the wall without disconnecting tubing.
Procedure

1. Remove plastic cap(A) from water valve inlet port(B).

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Swing Door Models

CAUTION

Protect soft vinyl or other flooring with cardboard,
rugs or other protective material to avoid property

damage.

If your refrigerator requires an ice maker water supply
connection, proceed to Connect ice maker water supply
section before leveling your refrigerator.

1. Plug in power cord.

2. Move refrigerator into final location.

3. Level refrigerator using a level placed on top of the
refrigerator.

• Remove toe grille(A). Remove bottom hinge
cover(B).

• Turn roller adjustment screws(C) to raise or lower
refrigerator cabinet. Front of refrigerator must be
%" (6 mm), or ½ bubble on your level, higher than
the back of your refrigerator.

• Make sure refrigerator cabinet is level from side to
side by adjusting left and right roller adjustment
screw(C).
Turn stabilizing leg (C) clockwise until firmly
against floor.
Replace toe grille(A) and bottom hinge cover(B).
See markings on inside of toe grille to insure
proper placement.

• Snap top portion into place first. Press down on
lower part of grille until bottom portion snaps into

place.

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Pullout Freezer Drawer Models

CAUTION

Protect soft vinyl or other flooring with cardboard,
rugs or other protective material to avoid property

damage.

If your refrigerator requires an ice maker water supply

connection, proceed to Connect ice maker water supply
section before leveling your refrigerator.

1. Plug in power cord.

2. Move refrigerator into final location.

3. Level refrigerator using a level placed on top of the
refrigerator.

• Remove stabilizing leg covers (A). Remove toe
grille (B).

• Turn roller adjustment screws(C) to raise or lower
refrigerator cabinet. Front of refrigerator must be
%" (6 mm), or ½ bubble on your level, higher than
the back of your refrigerator.

• Make sure refrigerator cabinet is level from side to
side by adjusting left and right roller adjustment
screw (C).

• Turn both stabilizing legs (D) clockwise until firmly
against floor.

• Turn roller adjustment screws 2 to 3 times counter-
clockwise, so that full weight of unit rests on
stabilizing legs.

4. Replace toe grille (A) and both stabilizing leg
covers (B). See markings on inside of toe grille to

insure proper placement.

• Snap top portion into place first. Press down on
lower part of grille until bottom portion snaps into
place.

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Controls Refrigerator Features

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

Refrigerator and Freezer Controls

Refrigerator control is located on upper rear wall of

refrigerator section.

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Freezer control is located on left front ceiling of freezer
section.

Refrigerator Shelves

Shelves adjust to meet individual storage needs. Some
models feature spillproof shelves and slide out shelves.

Spillproof shelves hold minor spills for easier cleaning.

CAUTION

Make sure shelf is secure before replacing items on
shelf to avoid property damage.

CAUTION

Handle tempered glass shelves carefully to avoid
personal injury or property damage. Shelves may
break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to
sudden temperature change.

Remove shelves(A) by lifting up shelf front, releasing

hooks(B) from metal track(C), then pulling out.

• Replace shelves by inserting hooks(B) into metal
track(C) and lowering front of shelf.

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Setting Controls

When freezer control is set to OFF, neither refrigerator

nor freezer sections will cool. Initially, set both controls to

4. Wait 24 hours for refrigerator and freezer sections to
stabilize temperatures. After 24 hours, adjust controls,
one number at a time, as desired. 1 is warmest setting

and 7 is coldest.
Set controls precisely using a household thermometer

with a temperature range between -5° to 50°F

(-21 ° to 10°O).
Put thermometer snugly between frozen packages in

freezer section. Wait 5-8 hours. If freezer temperature is

not 0° to 2°F (-17° to -16°C), adjust freezer control 1
number at a time. Check again after 5-8 hours.

Put thermometer in a glass of water in middle of
refrigerator section. Wait 5-8 hours, tf refrigerator
temperature is not 38° to 40°F (3° to 4°C), adjust
refrigerator control 1 number at a time. Check again after

5-8 hours.

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

Adjustable Position Drawer (some models)

• Refer to instructions entitled Refrigerator Shelves for
removing and replacing shelf.

• Remove drawer and sleeve by lifting and pulling out.

• Replace drawer by sliding into place.

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Crisper Drawers

Crisper drawers keep produce fresh longer. Wrap
produce tightly. Do not wash produce before placing in

crispers. Excess moisture could cause produce to spoil

prematurely. Do not line crispers with paper towels. Paper

towels retain moisture.

Crisper control is located below front shelf trim. Control

adjusts humidity in crisper drawers. Slide control to high for

produce with leaves such as lettuce,spinach or cabbage.
Slide control to low for produce with skins such as

cauliflower, corn or tomatoes.
To remove or clean crisper drawer assembly for 33"

wide units:

1. Remove crisper drawer on handle side of unit.

CAUTION 1

Handle tempered glass shelves carefully to avoid

personal injury or property damage. Shelves may
break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to

sudden temperature change.

2. Remove glass crisper top by gently pushing up from
underneath. Tilt one end up and pull out.

Replace crispers and shelves by performing steps

2 through 5 in reverse order.
Note: Be sure to hook shelf frame over notch on top

of support post when replacing shelf frames.

7. Slide crisper glass into place.

To remove or clean crisper drawer assembly for 30"
wide units:

1. Open refrigerator door as wide as possible and
remove crisper drawers.

CAUTION

Handle tempered glass shelves carefully to avoid
personal injury or property damage. Shelves may

break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to

sudden temperature change.

2. Remove glass crisper top by gently pushing up from
underneath. Tilt one end up and pull out.

3. Lift front of crisper shelf frame and remove.

4. Lift front of remaining crisper assembly and remove
support post from center of refrigerator floor.

5. To avoid interference with door, move remaining
crisper assembly to opposite wall and remove.

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3. Raise front of crisper frame free of refrigerator
cabinet rail assembly and pull out of unit.

4. Replace crispers and shelf by performing steps 2
through 3 in reverse order.

5. Slide crisper glass into place.

Meat Drawer

The meat drawer features an adjustable drawer providing

space saving storage under spillproof shelves. The drawer
can be moved from the left to the right side of the

refrigerator compartment to accomodate different storage
needs.

1. Remove drawer by lifting and pulling out. Remove
shelf by lifting from front, releasing hooks from metal

track, then pulling out.

2. Replace shelf by inserting hooks into the metal track
and lowering the front of shelf. Replace drawer by
sliding in.

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Crisper and Meat Drawer System (some

models)

The combined design of the crisper and meat drawers can
keep food fresh longer by creating adjustable environments
for produce, meats, and other food items.

The drawer in the left side(A) can serve as either a
crisper drawer or a meat drawer.

To use as a crisper drawer:

1. Set temperature control(b) to COLD.

2. Set humidity control(a) to desired level to best suit
contents.

3 Slide control to HIGH for produce with leaves such as

lettuce, spinich or cabbage.

4. Slide control to LOWfor produce with skins such as
cauliflower, corn or tomatoes.

To use as a meat drawer:

1. Set humidity control(a) to HIGH.

2. Set temperature control(b) to COLD for normal
refrigerator temperature and to COLDER for colder

temperature. Adjustment of the the temperature
control(b) allows for more or less freezer air flow

around the pan. Ice crystals may form on drawer or
food on COLDER setting.

The drawer in the right side(B) can be used for produce.
The crisper drawer features an adjustable humidity

control(c).

To use as a crisper drawer(B):

1. Slide control to HIGH for produce with leaves such as
lettuce, spinich or cabbage.

2. Slide control to LOWfor produce with skins such as
cauliflower, corn or tomatoes.

3. Set temperature control(E) on crisper frame to COLD.
Lift front of crisper frame(A) and remove plastic

divider(B). Make sure divider pin(C)on plastic

divider is free from frame assembly before

removing from unit.

4. Slide crisper drawers out.

5. Remove crisper frame(A) by lifting hooks(D) free

from metal track on rear wall. Pull forward and out of

unit.

Replace drawer system by completing the following steps:

1. Set temperature control(E) on crisper frame to

COLD.

2. Hook crisper frame(A) into metal track on rear wall
and lower frame onto cabinet grooves.

3. Slide drawers into place.

4. Slide plastic divider(B) into slide rail on bottom of
cabinet.

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To avoid damage to device, please follow removal and
installation instructions carefully. Instructions followed

incorrectly, or in the wrong order, may result in part
breakage and device malfunction.

CAUTION

Handle tempered glass shelves carefully to avoid
personal injury or property damage. Shelves may
break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to

sudden temperature change.

Remove drawer system by completing the following steps:

1. Open left crisper.

2. Gently push up crisper top from underneath. Tilt up

end and pull out.

5. Lower frame so that divider pin(F) fits into slot(G)
beneath plastic molding.

6. Place glass crisper top into crisper frame.

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Bottle Rack (some models)

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

Hang rack by hooking over side of shelf.

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Covered Utility Bin (some models)

The utility bin has a lid and removable egg tray. When tray
is removed, bucket will accept standard egg carton, ice, etc.

Dairy Compartment

cheese, etc.

_ airy compartment provides convenient storage for butter,
W tabs(A) of shelf down on both sides, and pulling out.

Remove dairy compartment by lifting door, pushing
Replace dairy compartments by sliding in until tabs

lock into place, then lower door.

Door Shelves

Remove door shelves by lifting ends and pulling out.
Replace door shelves by placing shelf on glides(A)

and sliding down.

Freezer Features

Frost-Free System

The refrigerator and freezer sections are completely frost-

free. Defrosting is automaticundernormal conditions.

Refrigerator and freezer sections never have to be

defrosted.

Automatic Ice Maker (some models)

• Make sure ice bucket is in place and ice maker arm(A) is
down(B).

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Door Buckets

Door buckets adjust to meet individual storage needs.

Remove door buckets by pushing tabs(A)on both
sides of shelves toward center and pulling bucket

out.
Replace door buckets by sliding in until tabs lock into

place.

• After freezer section reaches normal temperature, the ice

maker fills with water and begins operating. Allow 24-48
hours after installation before first harvest of ice. Ice

maker produces 7 to 9 harvests of ice in a 24-hour period
under ideal conditions.

• After ice is formed, ice maker drops ice cubes into ice
storage bucket. During ice production, ice maker arm

raises and lowers. When ice storage bucket is full, ice
maker arm turns ice maker off.

Note: Discard first 3 harvests of ice so any impurities left in

the water line after installation are not consumed.

• If you wish to stop automatic ice production lift ice maker
arm(C). A definite click is heard when proper position is

reached. Ice maker arm will remain in that position until
pushed down.

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Ice Service Rack (some models)

Install ice service rack by placing ice service rack(A) on

washers(B) and sliding down.

Wire Shelf

Some models feature a fixed wire shelf.

• Remove wire shelf by pulling out.A sharp tug may

be necessary.

• Replace wire shelf by sliding in until back locks in
place.

Vertical Shelf Divider(some models)

Some slideout shelves have an adjustablevertical shelf
divider.

To installdivider:

1. Slide prongs of shelf divider beneath desired grill
work, slightly off-center from center rail.

2. Press top of divider down and slide hook assembly
beneath center rail.

To remove divider:

Press top of divider down and slide hook out from
under center rail.

Pull back on divider to release prongs from grill work.

Some models feature a slide out shelf that pulls forward for
easy access to items in back.

• Remove slideout shelf by sliding forward until ball
point(A) beneath center rail(B)catches in molding

groove.

• Grasp shelf by center rail(B), pull up, and remove.

• Slide in until ball point(A)falls into molding groove.

Make sure shelf is secure before placing items on shelf t

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avoid property damage. _._

Wire Basket

Wire basket(A) slides out for easy access to items in back.

Remove wire basket by lifting and pulling out.
Replace wire basket by sliding in.

Tilt-Out Bin (some models)

The tilt-out bin(A) provides convenient storage for frozen
food items in freezer door and tilts forward for easy access

of those items.

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Pullout Drawer Baskets (some models)

(Door assembly of drawer removed from illustration for
visual clarity)

To remove and replace top basket:

Remove basket by pulling basket out to its full extension

and lift out.

Replace basket by sliding into upper compartment of

freezer.

To remove and replace bottom basket:

Remove basket by lifting basket from rail guides.
Replace basket by placing into rail guides.

Ice Shield (some models)

_i_ The ice shield is mounted at the back of the pullout drawer
_l_to prevent ice from falling behind the basket assemblies.

To remove and replace ice shield:

_ll • Slide ice shield to the right to release hooks (A) from

vertical wire rungs.

replace, (B) place

To slide tab into shown.

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Care and Cleaning

WARNING

Disconnect power to refrigerator before cleaning to

avoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death. After cleaning, restore
power.

Read and follow all manufacturer's cleaning directions

to avoid personal injury or property damage.

General Cleaning

See section on Stainless Steel Cleaning if doors are

stainless steel.

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

cloth.

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

• Do not use the following items:

- abrasive or harsh cleaners, ammonia,

chlorine bleach, etc.

- concentrated detergents or solvents

- metal scouring pads
These items can scratch, crack and discolor sur-
faces.

• Do not place buckets, shelves, etc. in dishwasher.

Stainless Steel Cleaning

Damage to stainless steel finish due to improper use of
cleaning products, or using non-recommended

cleaning products, is not covered under warranty.

1. Wash surfaces with warm soapy water and a soft,
clean cloth or sponge.

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

• Do not use the following harsh cleaners:

- abrasive or acidic cleaners (ammonia, chlorine

bleach, vinegar-based product, etc.

- citrus-based cleaners

- scouring pads (metal, textured plastic, etc.)
These items can scratch, discolor, or permanently

tarnish surfaces.

3. Follow up rinsing by immediately drying with a soft,
clean cloth. This will avoid water spotting on

stainless steel finish.

Adhesives

1. Remove adhesive residue from refrigerator surfaces
by rubbing toothpaste into adhesive with fingers until

adhesive loosens.

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

Door Gaskets

1. Clean door gaskets every 3 months according to
General Cleaning instructions. Clean any spills
immediately.

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Condenser Coil

Clean condenser coil behind toe grille every 3 months to
ensure maximum performance of refrigerator. Accumulated

dust and lint may cause the following:

• reduced cooling performance

• increased energy usage

• premature part failure

1. Remove toe grille by holding ends and pulling away
from refrigerator.

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

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

4. Raise stabilizing legs by turning counterclockwise.

CAUTION

Protect soft vinyl or other flooring with cardboard,

rugs or other protective material to avoid property
damage.

5. Pull refrigerator away from wall. Run a vacuum
brush across grille on back of refrigerator.

Glass Shelves

I CAUTION

Handle tempered glass shelves carefully to avoid
personal injury or property damage. Shelves may
break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or exposed to
sudden temperature change.

Remove shelf by lifting front, releasing hooks from metal
track then pulling out. Place shelf on a towel. Allow shelf to

adjust to room temperature before cleaning.
Clean crevices by completing the following:

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

2. Spray warm water into crevices using faucet spray
attachment.

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

Odor Removal

1. Remove all food and disconnect power to refrigerator.

2. Clean all interior surfaces including ceiling, floor, and

walls according to General Cleaning instructions. Pay

special attention to corners, crevices, and grooves.
Include all drawers, shelves, and gaskets.

3. Connect power to refrigerator and return food to
refrigerator. Wash and dry all containers. Wrap foods

in tightly sealed containers to prevent further odor.

After 24 hours, check if odor has been eliminated.

Complete steps 4-9 if odor has not been eliminated.

4. Place crispers on top shelf of refrigerator section.
Pack refrigerator and freezersections, including

doors, with crumpled sheets of newspaper.

5. Place charcoal briquettes randomly throughout
newspaper.

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

7. Remove charcoal briquettes and newspapers.

8. Complete steps 2-3.

If odor is still not eliminated, contact a Sears Service
Center.

Light Bulb Replacement

WARNING ]

Disconnect power to refrigerator before replacing
light bulb to avoid electrical shock which can cause

severe personal injury or death. After replacing light

bulb, restore power.

i & CAUTION

Observe the following to avoid personal injury or
property damage.

• Allow light bulbs to cool

• Wear gloves when replacing light bulb.

Refrigerator Light

• Remove light bulb cover(B) by removing ¼" hex nut
screws(A). Replace with appliance bulb no greater than

60 watts.

• Replace light bulb cover by replacing ¼" hex nut screws.

A

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B

Freezer Light

• Remove light bulb cover(B) by removing ¼" hex nut
screws(A). Replace with appliance bulb no greater than
60 watts.

• Replace light bulb cover by replacing ¼" hex nut screws.

A

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Vacation Tips

Complete the following steps for short vacations.

1. Remove perishable foods.

2. If an ice maker is installed, move ice maker arm to
Offposition. (See "Automatic Ice Maker" section.)

Complete the following steps for long vacations.

1. Empty refrigerator and freezer sections.

2. Unplug refrigerator.

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

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

5. If an ice maker is installed, turn off water supply to
refrigerator and move ice maker arm to Offposition.
(See "Automatic Ice Maker" section.)

Energy Tips

• Operate in normal household temperatures of 55° to

110°F (13 ° to 43°C) away from heat sources and direct

sunlight.

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

• Keep freezer section full.

• Keep door gaskets clean and pliable. Replace gaskets

_ ifworn.

• Keep condenser coil clean.

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Ice maker water valve hookup (some models)
buzzes when ice maker fills with water. This occurs

whether or not refrigerator is connected to water
supply, tf refrigerator is not connected to water

supply, stop sound by raising ice maker arm to Off
position. Ice maker water valve hookup is located

behind condenser fan in back of refrigerator.

Note: Foam insulation is very energy efficient and

has excellent insulating capabilities. However, foam
insulation is not as sound absorbent as

previously used fiberglass insulation.

Normal Operating Sounds

designed, less efficient or smaller refrigerator. Today's
This new refrigerator may be replacing a differently
refrigerators have new features and are more energy

efficient. As a result, certain sounds may be unfamiliar.
These sounds are normal and will soon become familiar

to you. They also indicate refrigerator is operating and
performing as designed.

1. Freezer control clicks when starting or stopping

compressor.

2. Freezer fan air rushes and whirs.

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

4. Defrost heater sizzles, hisses or pops.

5. Defrost timer sounds like an electric clock and
snaps in and out of defrost cycle.

6. Condenser fan air rushes and whirs.

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

8. Ice cubes from ice maker (some models) drop into
ice bucket.

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Before Callin,q For Service

Problem
Refrigerator does not

operate.

Refrigerator still will

not operate.

Food temperature

appears too warm.

Temperature-
controlled meat drawer

is too warm.

Food temperature is

too cold.

Refrigerator runs too

frequently.

Water droplets form on
inside of refrigerator.

Water droplets form on
outside of refrigerator.

Solution

• Make sure freezer control is on.

• Make sure refrigerator is plugged in. tf not, firmly plug the cord into a live outlet
with proper voltage.

• Check fuse or circuit breaker. Plug in another item at that wall outlet. If outlet does

not work, replace the fuse or reset the circuit.

• If freezer control is on, light works but 2 fans and compressor are not operating,

refrigerator may be in defrost cycle. Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator restarts.

• Unplug refrigerator. Transfer food to another refrigerator or place dry ice in freezer
section to preserve food. Call for service.

• See above sections.

• Allow time for recently added warm food to reach refrigerator or freezer
temperature. Adding food warms the refrigerator, tt can take a few hours for the

refrigerator to return to normal temperature.

• Check gaskets for proper seal. Gaskets should seal tightly to cabinet.

• Clean condenser coils. See "Condenser Coils" instructions in "Care and Cleaning"
section.

• Adjust refrigerator and/or freezer control. See "Setting Controls" instructions in
"Controls" section.

• Freezer or refrigerator light stays on. If light stays on, call service.

• Return air vents behind crisper are blocked restricting airflow. Locate return air vent

behind crispers and remove any debris that blocks vents or restricts airflow.

• Slide control to colder setting.

• Adjust freezer control to colder setting. See "Setting Controls" instructions of
"Controls" section.

• Clean condenser coils. See "Condenser Coils" instructions in "Care and Cleaning
section.

• Adjust refrigerator control. See "Setting Controls" instructions in "Controls" section.

• Adjust freezer control to warmer setting. See "Setting Controls" instructions in
"Controls" section. Allow several hours for temperature to adjust.

• It may be normal to maintain constant temperature.

• Doors have been opened frequently or for an extended period of time. When the
door is opened warm humid air is allowed into the refrigerator. The more the door

is opened the more warm air the refrigerator must cool.

• Allow time for recently added warm food to reach refrigerator or freezer
temperature, tt can take a few hours for the refrigerator to return to normal

temperature.

• Clean condenser coils. See "Condenser Coils" instructions in "Care and Cleaning"
section.

• Adjust freezer control. See "Setting Controls" instructions in "Controls" section.

• Check gaskets for proper seal. Gaskets should seal tightly to cabinet.

• Freezer light stays on. If light stays on, call service.

• Make sure refrigerator is level. See "Leveling Refrigerator" section of Installation

Instructions.

• It is normal during high humidity periods or if doors have been opened frequently.

• Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to storing in the refrigerator to
avoid moisture accumulation.

• Check door seals for proper seal. Gaskets should seal tightly to cabinet.

• It is normal during high humidity periods or if doors have been opened frequently.

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