Kenmore 596.76574600, 596.76584600, 596.76579600, 596.76583600, 596.76589600 Use & Care Manual

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Bottom Freezer

Use& CareGuide

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Part No. 12828165 Form No, A/03/06

596.76572600

596.76573600

596.76574600

596.76579600

596.76582600

596.76583600

596.76584600

596.76589600

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoflman Estates, IL 60179 U.S,A.

Sears Canada. Inc., Toronto. Ontario. Canada M5B 2B8

596.76592600

596.76593600

596.76594600

596.76599600

596.76602600

596.76603600

596.76604600

596.76609600

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important Safety instructions ....................................... 3=4

Warranty and Protection Agreements ................................. 5=6

Installation ...................................................... 7=12

Location Pullout Freezer Drawer Measuring the Opening Door Reinstallation

Transporting Your Refrigerator Metal Door Handle

Leveling Connecting the Water Supply to ice Maker Door and Drawer Removal Opening and Closing Your Fresh Food Doors

Temperature Controls ............................................ 13=14

Advanced Temperature Control

Fresh Food Features ............................................. 15-16

Shelves Door Storage

Storage Drawers

Freezer Features ................................................... 16

Upper Wire Basket

Automatic Ice Maker

Ice and Water ..................................................... 17

Water Dispenser

Water Filter (select models) ........................................... 18Removal and Installation

Food Storage Tips ............................................... 19=21

Fresh Food Storage Frozen Food Storage Food Storage Chart

Care and Cleaning .............................................. 22=25

Refrigerator Cleaning Chart Replacing Light Bulbs Removing Odors From Refrigerator Preparing for Vacation

Energy Saving Tips Preparing to Move

Operating Sounds .................................................. 26

Troubleshooting ................................................. 27=29

Guia de uso y cuidado .............................................. 33

Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien ..................................... 65

Important$afe

Installer: Please leave this guide with this appliance.

Consumer: Please read and keep this Use & Care Guide for future reference, it provides the proper use

and maintenance information. In our continuing effort to improve the quality and

performance of our appliances, it may be necessary to make changes to the appliance without revising this guide.

To reduce risk of injury or death, follow basic precautions, including the following:

important: Child entrapment and suffocation are

not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous - even if they sit out for "just a few days." If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to

help prevent accidents.

What You Need to Know About Safety Instructions

Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this guide are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution and care must be exercised when

installing, maintaining or operating appliance. Always contact your manufacturer about problems or

conditions you do not understand.

Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, Labels

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WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which

[ COULD resu t in severe persona irfuj_v or death.

Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

• Take off the doors.

• Leave the shelves in place so

children may not easily climb inside.

This appliance is equipped with a three-prong

grounding plug for your protection against possible electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged into a grounding receptacle. Where a standard two-prong

wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal

responsibility and obligation of the customer to have it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall

receptacle. Do not under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

Do not use an adapter plug.

Power supply cord with

three-prong grounding plug

CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor personal injury or property damage.

Grounding type wall receptacle

Important$afe

To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, serious 13. Always disconnect refrigerator from electrical injury or death when using your refrigerator, supply before attempting any service. Disconnect

follow these basic precautions: power cord by grasping the plug, not the cord.

Read all instructions before using the refrigerator.

Observe all local codes and ordinances.

Be sure to follow grounding instructions.

Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure this appliance is properly grounded.

Do not ground to a gas line.

Do not ground to a cold-water pipe.

Refrigerator is designed to operate on a separate

115 volt, 15 amp., 60 cycle line.

Do not modify plug on power cord. If plug does not fit electrical outlet, have proper outlet installed

by a qualified electrician.

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 service if instructions are not understood or if they are beyond personal skill

level.

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.

Always read and follow manufacturer's storage and ideal 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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 1-80O-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.

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 warranteis, 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, Heft[nan Estates, II 60179

Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada

MSB 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.

Agreements

in the USA

Master Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmord" product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time. That's when having a Master Protection

Agreement can save you money and aggravation.

Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect yourseff from unexpected hassle and expense.

The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product. Here's what's included in

the Agreement:

Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair specialists

Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs

"No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures

occur within twelve months Product replacement if your covered product can't

be fixed

Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your

request - no extra charge Fast help by phone - phone support from a Sears

technician on products requiring in-home repair, plus

convenient repair scheduling Power surge protection against electrical damage

due to power fluctuations Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered

product takes longer than promised

Sears installation Service For Sears professional installation of home appliances,

garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the USA call 1-800-4-MY-HOME _

(1-800-/469-4663).

In Canada

Maintenance Agreements

Your purchase has added value because you can

depend on Sears HomeCentral _ for service. With over 2,400 Service Technicians and more than a million

parts and accessories, we have the tools, parts, knowledge and skills to back our pledge: We Service

What We Sell. Your Kenmore _"product is designed, manufactured and

tested to provide years of dependable operation. But

like all products, it may require service from time to

time. The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an

outstanding service program, affordably priced. Sears Maintenance Agreement

Is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's price

* Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal wear and

tear

Provides phone support from a Sears technician on products requiring in-home repair

• Even if you don't need repairs, provides an annual Preventive Maintenance Check, at your request, to ensure that your product is in proper running

condition

Some limitations apply. For information about Sears Canada Maintenance Agreements, call

1-800-361-6665.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You

can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and

accessories. That's the kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase for years to come. Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information, call 1-800-827-6655.

Yourrefrigeratorwaspackedcarefullyforshipment. Removeanddiscardshelfpackagingandtape.Do not

remove the serial plate.

Location

• Do not install refrigerator near oven, radiator or

other heat source. If not possible, shield refrigerator

with cabinet material.

Transporting Your Refrigerator

• NEVER transport refrigerator o=1its side. If an

upright position is not possible, lay refrigerator on its back. Allow refrigerator to sit upright for

approximately 30 minutes before plugging it in to assure oil returns to the compressor Plugging the

refrigerator in immediately may cause damage to internal parts.

• Do not install where temperature falls below 55° F (13° C) or rises above 110° F (43° C). Malfunction

may occur at this temperature.

* Refrigerator is designed for indoor household

application only.

Measuring the Opening

When installing your refrigerator, measure carefully. Allow '/2"space at top and 'f_"space behind the

machine compartment cover (located in the rear) for proper air circulation.

Subflooring or floor coverings (i.e. carpet, tile, wood floors, rugs) may make your opening smaller than

anticipated. Some clearance may be gained by using the leveling

procedure under Leveling, page 8. Important: If the refrigerator is to be installed into a

recess where the top of the refrigerator is completely covered, use distance from floor to top of hinge cap to

verify proper clearance.

• Use an appliance dolly when moving refrigerator. ALWAYS truck refrigerator from its side or

back-NEVER from its front. Protect outside finish of refrigerator during transport

by wrapping cabinet in blankets or inserting padding between the refrigerator and dolly.

Secure refrigerator to dolly firmly with straps or

bungee cords. Thread straps through handles when possible. Do not over-tighten. Over-tightening restraints may dent or damage outside finish.

Leveling

To enhance the appearance and maintain performance, the refrigerator should be leveled per instructions

below.

To protect property and refrigerator from

damage, observe the following:

* Protect vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs,

or other protective material.

• Do not use power tools when performing leveling procedure.

Notes:

• Complete any required door reversal, panel installation and/or a water supply connection

before leveling.

• Some models only have adjustment screws CA:).

Materials Needed:

• _" hex head driver

• Carpenter's level

6. Turn adjustment screws CA:) counterclockwise until the full weight of the refrigerator rests on the

stabilizing legs.

7. Replace the toe grille.

• Align the toe grille mounting clips with the lower cabinet slots.

• Push the toe grille firmly until it snaps into place.

Door and Drawer Removal

Some installations require door/drawer removal to transport the refrigerator to its final location.

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, observe the

following:

Disconnect power to refrigerator before removing doors or drawer. Connect power only after replacing doors or drawer.

1. Remove toe grille.

• Grasp firmly and pull outward to unclip.

2. Using hex head driver, turn the front adjustment screws CA:)on each side to raise or lower the front of the refrigerator (see

illustration below).

Using the hex head driver, turn each of these adjustment screws I:B:) to raise or lower the rear of the refrigerator.

4. Using a carpenter's level, make sure front of refrigerator is '/4"(6 ram) or approximately '/2bubble

higher than back of refrigerator and that the refrigerator is level from side to side.

5. Turn stabilizing legs CO:)clockwise until firmly

against floor.

To avoid damage to walls and flooring, protect vinyl or other flooring with cardboard, rugs or other

protective material.

Materials Needed: * _" hex head driver

* Phillips screwdriver .3A,,hex head driver

1. Unplug power cord from power source.

2. Remove toe grille.

3. Remove top hinge cover from refrigerator door by removing Phillips

screw and retain screw and cover for

later use.

4_ Unscrew _/,6"hex head screws from

top hinge to remove hinge and

retain all screws for later use.

Lift right side refrigerator door from = = center hinge pin. Remove door closure from center hinge pin on the right side and retain for later use.

6. Disconnect wire harness on top of left side refrigerator door top

hinge.

* Release two-pin connector by

pressing junction point with a

flat blade screwdriver or fingernail.

* Green ground wire remains

attached to the hinge.

7. Unscrew _6" hex head screws from top hinge to remove hinge and

retain for later use.

8. Remove Phillips screws to remove right and left hinges and retain all

screws for later use.

9. Remove both stabilizing brackets with 3/8"hex head

driver and retain screws for later use.

Pullout Freezer Drawer

right

side

To Remove:

1. Pull drawer open to full extension.

2. Tilt the lower basket forward and lift to remove.

3. Lift top of drawer front to unhook the drawer from

the slides. Lift door front out to remove.

To Install:

1. Pull both rails out to full extension.

2. While supporting

door front, hook

supports into slots

located on inside of each slide.

To prevent accidental child entrapment or suffocation risk, do not remove the divider in the

top freezer basket.

To avoid electrical shock, which can cause severe

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

doors, connect power.

To avoid possible injury, product, or property

damage, you will need two people to perform the

following instructions.

Materials Needed: * Phillips screwdriver

i Note: All four drawer bracket supports must be inthe proper slots for the drawer to function properly.

3. Lower door front into final position.

4. Tilt the lower basket front down and set it

down into the basket cradles.

Door £einstallation

Materials Needed:

• Phillips screwdriver

• 5/d' hex head driver

1. Install hinge assemblies:

Connecting the Water Supply

to ice Maker

To reduce the risk of injury or death, follow basic precautions, including the following:

• Install center hinge with Phillips screws.

Place hinge side of refrigerator door on center hinge pin.

• Install top hinge with 5/,?,hex head sorews.

While holding refrigerator door |

upright, tighten down top hinge

4with %" hex head driver.

Reconnect two-pin connector.

Replace top hinge covers.

Metal Door Handle

Materials Needed:

• 3/_2"Allen wrench

• Gloves to protect hands

Note: Metal handles scratch doors.

To Remove:

• Loosen set screws in handle using 3_2"Allen

wrench.

• Repeat the procedure on all screws.

To Replace:

• Align handle with the mounting posts.

• Apply upward pressure to the handle and hold.

• Fully tighten all set screws to secure handle in

place.

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• Read all instructions before installing ice maker.

• Do not attempt installation if instructions are not

understood or if they are beyond personal skill level.

• Observe all local codes and ordinances.

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Do not service ice maker unless specifically recommended in Use & Care Guide or published user-repair instructions.

Disconnect power to refrigerator before installing ice maker.

• Water damage due to an improper water connection may cause mold/mildew growth. Clean up spills or leakage immediately!

To avoid property damage or possible injury, follow basic precautions, including the following:

• Consult a plumber to connect W' O.D. copper

tubing to household plumbing to assure

compliance with local codes and ordinances.

• Confirm water pressure to water valve is between

35 and 100 pounds per square inch, 20 pounds

per square inch without filter. Do not use a self-piercing, or _,?'saddle valve.

Both reduce water flow and can become clogged over time, and may cause leaks if repair is attempted.

• Tighten nuts by hand to prevent cross threading. Finish tightening nuts with pliers and wrenches. Do not over-tighten.

• Wait two to three hours before placing refrigerator into final position to check and correct any water

leaks. Recheck for leaks after 24 hours.

• Verify the copper tubing under the sleeve is

smooth and free from defects. Do not reuse an

old sleeve.

Materials Needed:

• '/4"outer diameter flexible copper tubing Shut-off valve (requires a '/;' hole to be drilled into water supply line before valve attachment)

• Adjustable wrench (2)

• '/_"hex nut driver

Notes:

• Use copper tubing only for installation. Plastic is less durable and can cause damage.

* Add 8' to tubing length needed to reach water

supply for creation of sewice loop.

1. Create service loop with copper tubing (minimum 2'

diamete0. Avoid kinks in the copper tubing when

bending the service loop. Do not use plastic tubing.

2. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port.

2' diameter

minimum

Slide brass nut over sleeve and screw nut into inlet port.

Place adjustable wrench on nut (1) attached to plastic waterline

and maintain position. Using second adjustable wrench

turn the lower nut (2)

counterclockwise and fully

tighten while holding the upper

nut in place. Important: Do not over-tighten.

Cross threading may occur.

Pull on tubing to confirm connection is secure.

Connect tubing to frame

with water tubing clamp (C)

and turn on water supply. Check for leaks and correct

if necessary. Continue to observe the water supply

connection for two to three hours prior to moving the

refrigerator to its permanent location.

3. Place brass nut (A) and sleeve (B) on copper tube end as illustrated.

Reminder: Do not use an old

sleeve. The nut and sleeve are

provided in the Use and Care packet.

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.

Monitor water connection for 24 hours. Correct leaks, if necessary.

Opening and Closing Your

Fresh Food Doors

Your new refrigerator is uniquely designed with two fresh food doors. Either door can be opened or closed independently of one another.

There is a vertically-hinged section on the left fresh food door called the SmartSeal. When the left door is

closed, the hinged section automatically forms a seal between the two doors when both doors are closed.

When the left door is opened, the SmartSeal automatically folds inward so that it is out of the way.

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe

personal injury or death, DO NOT attempt to remove the SmartSeal from the fresh food section.

To avoid possible product damage, ALWAYS verify that the SmartSeal is folded against the edge of

the door prior to closing.

TemperatureControls

Advanced Temperature Control

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The control is located at the top front of the fresh food compartment.

Initial Temperature Setting

Temperatures are preset at the factory at 38° F (3° C)

in the fresh food compartment and 0° F (-17 ° C) in the

freezer compartment.

Adjusting the Control

24 hours after adding food, you may decide that one or both compartments should be colder or warmer. If

so, adjust the control as indicated in the Temperature

Control Guide below.

• The first touch of the _ or _v_ pads shows the current temperature setting.

• The display will show the new setting for approximately three seconds, and then return to the actual temperature currently within that compartment.

• Do not change either control more than one degree at a time. Allow temperature to stabilize for 24 hours before making a new temperature adjustment.

Temperature Control Guide

Refrigerator too cold

Set the Refrigerator control to next higher number by

pressing the _._ pad.

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Quick Cubes

When activated, Quick Cubes reduces the freezer temperature to the optimum setting for

24 hours in order to produce more ice. Important: When the Quick Cubes feature is in

operation, the _^_ and _v_ pads for the freezer control will not operate.

Reset Filter (select models) When a water filter has been installed in the /ZCX

refrigerator, the yellow Order light will illuminate when 90 percent of the volume of water for _,._t_,_,,_,:,_,,_,,_ which the filter is rated has passed through the filter OR 11 months have elapsed since the filter has

been installed. The red Replace light will illuminate when the rated

volume of water has passed through the filter OR 12 months have elapsed since the filter was installed. A

new filter should be installed immediately when the Replace light is illuminated.

After replacing the filter, press and hold the Reset Filter pad for three (3) seconds. The Order and

Replace lights will go off.

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Refrigerator too

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Freezer too cold

Freezer too warm

Turn refrigerator OFF

Set the Refrigerator control to next lower number by

pressing the _v_ pad.

Set the Freezer control to

next higher number by pressing the _/_,_pad.

Set the Freezer control to

next lower number by pressing the @ pad.

Press the Freezer _ pad until OFF appears in the display. Press either the

Freezer or Refrigerator _V_ pad to turn back on.

Vacation Mode (select models) The Vacation Mode feature causes the freezer to _

defrost less frequently, conserving energy. The Vacation Mode indicator light will illuminate when the

feature is activated. To deactivate, press the Vacation Mode pad again OR open either door. The indicator

light will go out.

Notes:

• Door openings will not deactivate Vacation Mode for approximately one hour after activation.

• If vacationing for more than a few days, see the

Preparing for Vacation section, page 25.

femperetureControls

Temp Alarm (select models) • The Temp Alarm system will alert you if the

freezer or fresh food temperatures exceed normal operating temperatures [15 ° F (-9°C) in the freezer,

50° F (10° C)in the refrigerator compartment] for an extended period of time due to a power outage or

other event. When activated, the Temp Alarm light will

illuminate.

If the freezer or fresh food temperatures have exceeded these limits, the display will alternately show the current compartment temperatures and the highest compartment temperatures reached when the power was out. An audible alarm will sound repeatedly.

Press the Temp Alarm pad once to stop the audible alarm. The Temp Alarm light will continue to flash and the temperatures will alternate until the temperatures

have stabilized. To turn off Temp Alarm, press and hold the Temp

Alarm pad for three (3) seconds. The indicator light will go off.

User Preferences (selectmodels)

Access the User Preferences menu to:

• Change the temperature display from °F to °C

• Enable or disable audible alarms.

• Activate the Sabbath Mode

To access the User Preferences menu, press and hold the Door Alarm pad for three (3) seconds. When in

the User Preferences mode, a short title for the feature will appear in the Freezer temperature display and the

feature status will appear in the refrigerator display.

1. Use the Freezer _ and _v_ control to scroll through the features.

2. When the desired feature is displayed, use the Refrigerator _^_ and _ control to change the

status.

3. When changes are complete, press the Door •

Alarm pad for three (3) seconds OR close the (_°°rr_

Fresh Food doors.

Door Alarm

The Door Alarm will alert you when one of the doors has been left open for five continuous

minutes. When this happens, an audible alarm

will sound every few seconds until the door is closed OR press the Door Alarm pad to deactivate the feature.

Rapid Cool When activated, Rapid Cool causes the fresh •

food and freezer temperatures to drop to the _[:_) coldest settings on the control. This cools down the refrigerator and freezer after extended door openings or when loading the refrigerator or freezer

with warm food. Important: When the Rapid Cool feature is in operation, the _ and _V_pads for the

refrigerator and freezer controls will not operate.

To activate, press the Rapid Cool pad. Rapid Cool will deactivate automatically after 12 hours OR press the

Rapid Cool pad to deactivate the feature.

Temperature Display (F_C)

Change the display to show temperatures in degrees Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius.

Alarm (AL) When the Alarm mode is OFE all audible alarms will

be disabled until the feature is turned on.

Sabbath Mode (SAB) When the Sabbath Mode is ON, all control lights and

the night light will be disabled until the feature is turned OFE This feature does not disable the interior

lights. Press ANY pad to restore the control lights.

Warm Cabinet Surfaces

At times, the front of the refrigerator cabinet may be warm to the touch. This is a normal occurrence that

helps prevent moisture from condensing on the cabinet. This condition will be more noticeable when

the refrigerator is first started, during hot weather and

after excessive or lengthy door openings.

Shelves

To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following:

• Never attempt to adjust a shelf that is loaded with

food.

• 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.

Door Storage

Dairy Center

The Dairy Center provides

convenient door storage for spreadable items such as butter and margarine. This compartment can be moved to different locations to accommodate storage needs. To

use the dairy center, raise the cover.

To Remove:

• Raise the cover, pull upward and tilt out.

To Install:

Your refrigerator has spillproof glass shelves. The spillproof shelves have a spill retainer edge which allows for easier clean up and select models are equipped with a slide-out feature.

To slide the shelf out, grasp the front of the shelf and pull forward. Push in the shelf to return to the original

position. To Remove a Shelf: _ o

• Slightly tilt up the front and lift up the rear of the shelf, then pull the

shelf straight out.

To Lock the Shelf into Another Position:

• Tilt up the front edge of the shelf.

• Insert the hook into the desired frame openings and

let the shelf settle into place.

• Be sure the shelf is securely locked at the rear.

The Crisper Top serves as the lower fresh food shelf. To Remove the Crisper Top:

• Slide the Dairy Center in and down until firmly seated in the door liner.

Door Buckets

Door Buckets can be moved to meet storage needs.

To Remove:

• Slide bucket up and pull straight out.

To install:

• Slide bucket in and down until firmly seated in the

door liner.

Grip Pads [select models)

The Grip Pads prevent objects from sliding in the door buckets. Grip Pads

are removable and are top-rack dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.

• Place hand under the frame to push up the glass. Lift glass out.

• Lift frame from refrigerator liner rails.

To install:

• Replace frame in refrigerator liner rails.

• Carefully replace glass into frame.

Storage Drawers

Notes:

Crisper Drawers

The Crisper Drawers provide a higher humidity environment for fresh fruit and vegetable storage.

Controls

The Crisper Controls regulate the amount of humidity in the crisper drawer. Slide the control toward the LOW setting for produce with outer skins. Slide the control toward the HIGH setting for leafy produce.

HIGH • • • • • • • LOW

To Remove:

• 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.

Note: For best results, keep the crisper drawers

tightly closed.

Humidity

Gourmet Pantry

• Cold air directed to the Gourmet Pantry can decrease refrigerator temperature. Refrigerator

control may need to be adjusted.

• Do not place leafy vegetables in the Gourmet Pantry drawer. Colder temperatures could damage leafy produce.

To Remove Drawer:

• Lift lid. Pull drawer out to full extension. Tilt up front of pantry and pull straight out.

To Install Drawer:

* Push metal glide rails to the back of the refrigerator.

Place drawer onto rails and slide drawer back until it falls into place.

To Remove Divider:

• Pull drawer completely out and raise the front of the divider to unhook it from the rear wall of the pantry

and lift it out.

To install Divider:

• Hook back of divider over rear wall of pantry and lower into place

The Gourmet Pantry drawer is a full-width drawer with adjustable temperature control. This drawer can be used for large party trays, dell items, beverages or miscellaneous items and features a divider to organize the Gourmet Pantry into sections if desired.

There is a temperature control which adjusts the amount of cold air allowed into the Gourmet Pantry. The control is located on the right side of the drawer. Depending on your model, it is either on the front of

the drawer or under the lid.

Set the control to cold or _ to provide a normal refrigerator temperature. Set the drawer on the

coldest or _ setting when a temperature colder than the main refrigerator compartment is desired. Use the

coldest setting when storing meats.

To prevent accidental child entrapment or suffocation risk, do not remove the divider in the

top freezer basket.

Upper Wire Basket

To Remove:

• Pull upper basket out to full extension and lift out to remove.

To JnstaJh

• Slide upper basket into freezer. Make sure that rear

of basket hooks behind rail catch.

i Note: See page 9 for lower basket and complete

pullout drawer instructions.

Automatic ice Maker

Connect the ice maker to the water supply as instructed on pages 10-11. Proper water flow and a

level refrigerator are essential for optimal ice

maker performance.

To Remove the Ice Bin:

• Pull it forward, away from the ice maker. To avoid the

ice maker dumping ice while the bin is removed, turn

the ice maker off by raising the sensor arm.

To Install the Ice Bin:

Operating instructions

• Confirm ice bin is in place and sensor arm is down.

• After freezer section reaches between 0° to 2° F (-17° to -16 ° C), ice maker fills with water and begins

operating. You will have a complete harvest of ice approximately every three hours.

• Allow approximately 24 hours after

installation to receive first harvest of ice.

• Discard ice created within first 12

hours of operation to assure system is flushed of impurities.

• Stop ice production by raising sensor arm until click

is heard.

• Ice maker will remain in the off position until sensor

arm is pushed down.

• The first one or two batches will probably contain

undersized and irregular cubes because of air in the supply line.

• When the ice cubes are ejected it is normal for

several cubes to be joined together at the ends. They can easily be broken apart. The ice maker will continue to make ice until the supply of ice cubes

raises the sensor arm, shutting the ice maker off.

• Certain sounds may accompany the various cycles of

the ice maker. The motor may have a slight hum, the

cubes will rattle as they fall into an empty storage pan and the water valve may click or "buzz"

occasionally. These sounds are normal.

• If the ice is not used frequently, the ice cubes will

become cloudy, shrink, stick together and taste stale. Empty the ice storage bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water. Be sure to dry the bin thoroughly

before replacing it.

• Reverse the above procedure. Turn the ice maker on by lowering the sensor arm.

To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following:

• Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in. This will help protect you from possible

injury. It will also prevent interference with moving parts of the ejector mechanism and the heating

element that releases the cubes. Under certain rare circumstances, ice cubes may

be discolored, usually appearing with a green- bluish hue. The cause of this unusual discoloration

can be a combination of factors such as certain characteristics of local waters, household plumbing and the accumulation of copper salts in

an inactive water supply line which feeds the ice maker. Continued consumption of such discolored

ice cubes may be injurious to health. If such discoloration is observed, discard the ice cubes

and contact your dealer to purchase and install a

water line filter. Water damage due to improper water connection

may cause mold/mildew growth. Clean up water and ice spills to avoid personal

injury and to prevent mold/mildew growth.

Water DispeRser (select models)

The Water Dispenser is located on the

left side wall of the fresh food section. "4_-_1

This design is for cold water

dispensing only.

To Dispense Water:

• Beverages and foods should not be placed in the

ice storage bin for quick chilling. These items can block the sensor arm, causing the ice maker to

malfunction.

• Turn off (arm up) the ice maker when the water supply is to be shut off for several hours.

• Hold container under spout and press dispenser pad.

(selectmodels)

£emoval and Installation

To avoid serious illness or death, do not use

refrigerator where water is unsafe or of unknown

quality without adequate disinfection before or after

use of filter.

After installing a new water filter, always dispense water for two minutes before removing the filter for

any reason. Air trapped in system may cause water and cartridge to eject. Use caution when removing.

The bypass cap does not filter water. Be sure to

have replacement cartridge available when filter

change is required.

If water filtration system has been allowed to

freeze, replace filter cartridge.

If system has not been used for several months, or

water has an unpleasant taste or odor, flush system by dispensing water for two to three

minutes. If unpleasant taste or odor persists,

change filter cartridge.

4. Reduce water spurts by flushing air from system. Run water continuously for two minutes through dispenser until water runs steady. During initial use, allow about a one- to two-minute delay in

water dispersal to allow internal water tank to fill.

Additional flushing may be required in some

households where water is of poor quality.

Replacing Water Filter

important: Air trapped in system may cause

water and cartridge to eject. Use caution when

removing.

1. Turn filter counterclockwise until it releases from filter head.

2. Drain water from filter into sink, and dispose of filter in normal household trash.

3. Wipe up excess water in filter cover and continue with Initial Installation, steps 2 through 4.

4. Perform Reset Filter procedure on advanced temperature control as described under the

Temperature Controls section.

The filter should be changed at least every 12 months.

initial installation

The water filter is located in the upper right-hand corner of the fresh

food compartment.

1. Remove blue bypass cap and retain for later use.

2. Remove sealing label from end of filter and insert into filter head.

3. Rotate gently clockwise until filter stops. Snap filter cover closed.

important: Condition of water and amount used determines life span of water filter cartridge. If water

use is high, or if water is of poor quality, replacement may need to take place more often.

To purchase a replacement water filter cartridge

(model 409992-750), call 1-800-4-MY-HOM E_ (1-800-469-4663).

The dispenser feature may be used without a water

filter cartridge. If you choose this option, replace filter

with blue bypass cap.

StorageTips

Fresh Food Storage

* The fresh food compartment of a refrigerator should

be kept between 34°-40 ° F (1°-4 ° C} with an optimum temperature of 37° F (3° C}. 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 (4° C} adjust the controls as explained on pages 13-14.

* Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves. This

reduces the circulation of air around the food and results in uneven cooling.

Fruits and Vegetables

* The crisper drawers trap humidity to help preserve

the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time

periods.

* Sort fruits and vegetables before storage and use

bruised or soft items first. Discard those showing signs of decay.

• Always wrap odorous foods such as onions and cabbage so the odor does not transfer to other foods.

Frozen Food Storage

* The freezer compartment of a refrigerator should be

kept at approximately 0° F (-17 ° C}. To check the

temperature, place an appliance thermometer

between the frozen packages and check after 24 hours. If the temperature is above 0° F (-17 ° C},

adjust the control as described on pages 13-14.

A freezer operates more efficiently when it is at least two-thirds full.

Packaging Foods for Freezing

To minimize dehydration and quality deterioration use

aluminum foil, freezer wrap, freezer bags or airtight containers. Force as much air out of the packages as

possible and be sure they are tightly sealed. Trapped air can cause the food to dry out, change color and develop an off-flavor (freezer burn}.

* Overwrap fresh meats and poultry with suitable

freezer wrap prior to freezing.

* Do not refreeze meat that has completely thawed.

Loading the Freezer

* While vegetables need a certain amount of humidity

to remain fresh, too much humidity can shorten

storage times (especially leafy vegetables}. Drain

vegetables well before storing.

* Wait to wash fresh produce until right before use.

Meat and Cheese

* Raw meat and poultry should be wrapped securely

so leakage and contamination of other foods or surfaces does not occur.

Occasionally mold will develop on the surface of hard cheeses (Swiss, Cheddar, Parmesan}. Cut off at

least an inch around and below the moldy area. Keep

your knife or instrument out of the mold itself. Do

not try to save individual cheese slices, soft cheese, cottage cheese, cream, sour cream or yogurt when

mold appears.

Dairy Food

* Most dairy foods such as milk, yogurt, sour cream

and cottage cheese have freshness dates on their cartons for appropriate length of storage. Store these foods in the original carton and refrigerate

immediately after purchasing and after each use.

Avoid adding too much warm food to the freezer at

one time. This overloads the freezer, slows the rate of freezing and can raise the temperature of frozen

foods.

* Leave space between the packages so cold air can

circulate freely, allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible.

Avoid storing hard-to-freeze foods such as ice cream

and orange juice on the freezer door shelves. These foods are best stored in the freezer interior where the

temperature varies less with door openings.

Refer to the Food Storage Chart on pages 20 and 21 for approximate storage times.

StorageTips

Food Storage Chart

Storage times are approximate and may vary depending on type of packaging, storage temperature, and the quality of the food when purchased.

DAI RY PRODUCTS

Butter 1 month 6 to 9 months Wrap tightly or cover. Milk and cream 1 week Not recommended Check carton date. Close tightly. Do

not return unused portions to original container. Do not freeze cream unless whipped.

Cream cheese, cheese 1 to 2 weeks Not recommended Wrap tightly. spread and cheese food

Cottage cheese 3 to 5 days Not recommended Store in original carton.

Check carton date.

Sour cream 10 days Not recommended Store in original carton.

Check carton date.

Hard cheese 1 to 2 months 4 to 6 months Wrap tightly.

(Swiss, Cheddar and Parmesan) May become Cut off any mold.

crumbly

EGGS

Eggs in the shell 3 weeks Not recommended Refrigerate small ends down. Leftover yolks or whites 2 to 4 days 9 to 12 months For each cup of yolks to be frozen,

add 1 tsp. sugar for use in sweet, or

1 tsp. salt for non-sweet dishes.

FRUITS

Apples 1 month 8 months (cooked) May also store unripe or hard apples

at 60° to 70° F (16° to 21° C).

Bananas 2 to 4 days 6 months Ripen at room temperature before

(whole/peeled) refrigerating. Note: Bananas will

darken when refrigerated.

Pears, plums, avocados 3 to 4 days Not recommended Ripen at room temperature before

refrigerating. Note: Avocados will darken when refrigerated.

Berries, cherries, apricots 2 to 3 days 6 months Ripen at room temperature before

refrigerating.

Grapes 3 to 5 days 1 month (whole) Ripen at room temperature before

Citrus fruits 1 to 2 weeks Not recommended May also store at 60° to 70° F

Pineapples, cut 2 to 3 days 6 to 12 months Will not ripen after purchase.

refrigerating.

06 ° to 21° C).

If refrigerated, store uncovered.

Use quickly.

StorageTips

VEGETABLES

Asparagus 1 to 2 days 8 to 10 months Do not wash before refrigerating.

Store in crisper.

Brussels sprouts, broccoli, 3 to 5 days 8 to 10 months Wrap odorous foods. cauliflower, green peas, Leave peas in pods.

lima beans, onions, peppers Cabbage, celery 1 to 2 weeks Not recommended Wrap odorous foods and refrigerate

in crisper.

Carrots, parsnips, beets and 7 to 10 days 8 to 10 months Remove tops. Wrap odorous foods turnips and refrigerate in the crisper.

Lettuce 7 to 10 days Not recommended

POULTRY and FISH

Chicken and Turkey, whole Chicken and Turkey, pieces

Fish

M EATS

Bacon 7 days 1 month Beef or lamb, ground 1 to 2 days 3 to 4 months Fresh meats can be kept in original

Beef or lamb, roast and steak 3 to 5 days 6 to 9 months Place in the meat and cheese drawer.

Ham, fully cooked, whole 7 days 1 to 2 months

half 5 days 1 to 2 months slices 3 days 1 to 2 months

Luncheon meat 3 to 5 days 1 to 2 months Unopened, vacuum-packed luncheon

1 to 2 days 1 to 2 days 1 to 2 days

12 months

9 months 2 to 6 months

Keep in original packaging for refrigeration. Place in the meat and

cheese drawer. When freezing longer

than two weeks, overwrap with

freezer wrap.

packaging for refrigeration.

When freezing longer than two weeks, overwrap with freezer wrap.

meat may be kept up to two weeks in the meat and cheese drawer.

Pork, roast 3 to 5 days 4 to 6 months Pork, chops 3 to 5 days 4 months

Sausage, ground 1 to 2 days 1 to 2 months Sausage, smoked 7 days 1 to 2 months Veal 3 to 5 days 4 to 6 months

Frankfurters 7 days 1 month Processed meats should be tightly

Sources: United States Department of Agriculture; Food Marketing Institute; Cooperative Extension Service, Iowa State University

wrapped and stored in the meat and

cheese drawer.

:Care Cleaning

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to

refrigerator before cleaning. After cleaning, connect power.

Refrigerator Cleaning Chart

Smooth or Textured Painted Doors and Exterior

(select models)

Damage to finish due to improper

use of cleaning products or non-recommended products is not covered under this

product's warranty.

Abrasive or harsh cleaners Ammonia Chlorine bleach

Concentrated detergents or solvents

Metal or plastic-textured scouring pads

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.

• Cleaning ceramic tile floors with mild acid-based solutions can produce vapors that can mar the

surface finish of stainless steel doors and surfaces.

Use 4 tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in 1

quart (1 liter) warm, soapy water.

Rinse surfaces with clean, warm water and dry immediately to avoid water spots.

Cabinet Interior

Stainless Steel Doors and Exterior (select models)

Important:

Damage to stainlesssteel

finish due to improper use of cleaning products or

non-recommended products is not covered under this

product's warranty.

Door Gaskets

Condenser Coil

Remove base grille to access.

Condenser Fan Outlet Grille

See back of refrigerator.

Accessories

Shelves, buckets, drawers, etc.

Abrasive or harsh cleaners Ammonia Chlorine bleach

Concentrated detergents or solvents

Metal or plastic-textured scouring pads Vinegar-based products

Citrus-based cleaners

Abrasive or harsh cleaners

Metal or plastic-textured scouring pads

Anything other than a vacuum

cleaner

A dishwasher

Use warm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth or

sponge.

Rinse surfaces with clean, warm water and dry immediately to avoid water spots.

To polish and help prevent fingerprints, follow with Stainless Steel Cleaner*,

Use warm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth or

sponge.

Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle.

Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle with brush

attachment.

Follow removal and installationinstructionsfrom

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 immediatelyto avoid spots.

To order, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME _(1-800-469-4663).

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Removing Odors From

Refrigerator

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to

refrigerator before cleaning. After cleaning, reconnect power.

1. Remove all food and turn the refrigerator OFR

2. Disconnect power to the refrigerator.

3. Clean the walls, floor, ceiling of cabinet interior, drawers, shelves and gaskets according to the

instructions on page 22.

4. Dilute mild detergent and brush solution into crevices using a plastic bristle brush. Let stand for 5 minutes. Rinse surfaces with warm water. Dry

surfaces with a soft, clean cloth.

5. Wash and dry all bottles, containers and jars. Discard spoiled or expired items.

6. Wrap or store odor-causing foods in tightly sealed containers to prevent recurring odors.

7. Reconnect power to refrigerator and return food to refrigerator.

Energy Saving Tips

• Avoid overcrowding refrigerator shelves.

Overcrowding reduces 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.

• [}o 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 two-thirds full runs most efficiently. Locate refrigerator in coolest part of room. Avoid

areas of direct sunlight, or near heating ducts, registers or other heat producing appliances. If this is not possible, isolate exterior by using a section of

cabinet or an added layer of insulation.

• Clean door gaskets every three months according to cleaning 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 installation

instructions.

8. Allow the refrigerator to cool.

9. 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 to 48 hours.

• Clean condenser coils as indicated in the cleaning instructions every three months. This will increase

energy efficiency and cooling performance.

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Replacing Light Bulbs

To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect power to

refrigerator before replacing light bulb. After replacing light bulb, reconnect power.

To avoid personal injury or property damage, observe the following:

* Allow light bulb to cool. * Wear gloves when replacing light bulb.

Fresh Food Section

1. Slide clear light shield toward back of compartment to release

from light assembly. __

2. Remove light bulbs.

3. Replace with appliance bulbs no greater than 40 watts.

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Freezer Section

1. Reach behind the light cover.

2. With firm pressure, press forward on the notches at

the back of the cover and pull down. The cover will

open from the back.

3. Remove the cover.

4. Remove light bulb.

Replace bulb with appliance bulb no greater than 40 watts.

Insert front tabs of light cover into slots in freezer

liner and snap rear portion over light assembly until rear tab

engages.

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.

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Preparing for Vacation

If there is any possibility that the temperature can drop below freezing where the refrigerator is located, the water supply system (including the

water tank and the water valve) must be drained by a qualified servicer.

For short vacations or absences [three months or less):

1. Remove all perishables.

2. If no one will be checking in on the refrigerator during your absence, remove all frozen items also.

3. Since your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

• Shut off the water supply to the ice maker at

least one day ahead of time.

* After the last load of ice drops, raise the wire

shut off arm to the OFF position. Empty the ice bin.

4. If the room temperature will drop below 55° F

(13° C), follow the instructions for longer absences.

For long vacations, absences [more than three months) OR if the room temperature will drop

below 55 ° F (13 ° C):

1. Remove food.

2. Since your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

Shut off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time.

After the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shut off arm to the OFF position.

• Empty the ice bin.

3. Since your refrigerator has a dispenser system with

water filter, remove the water filter cartridge and

install the filter bypass. Dispose of the used cartridge.

4. Turn the Freezer control to OFF.

5. Unplug the refrigerator.

6. Thoroughly clean the interior of both compartments

with a baking soda solution and a clean, soft cloth

(four tablespoons of baking soda in one quart of

warm water).

8. Leave the doors open to prevent the formation of mold and mildew.

Upon your return:

After a short vacation or absence:

For models with automatic ice makers or dispensers:

Reconnect the water supply and turn on supply valve

(see pages 10-11).

* Monitor water connection for 24 hours and correct

leaks if necessary.

. Run 10-15 glasses of water from the dispenser to

flush out the system.

. Restart the ice maker by lowering the ice maker arm. * Discard at least the first three ice harvests.

After a long vacation or absence: . Reconnect the water supply and turn on supply valve

(see pages 10-11).

* Plug the refrigerator back in and reset controls (see

page 13-14).

. Monitor water connection for 24 hours and correct

leaks, if necessary.

For dispenser models, run water through the dispenser for at least three minutes with the filter bypass in place, then install water filter (see page 18).

* After installing the water filter, run water through the

dispenser continuously for at least two minutes, or until water runs steady. Initially you may notice a one to two minute delay in water dispersal as the

internal tanks fills.

* Restart the ice maker by lowering the ice maker arm. . Discard ice produced within the first 12 hours (at

least the first three harvests).

Preparing to Move

, Follow the instructions for long vacations/absences,

through step 7. Secure all loose items such as shelves and drawers

by taping them securely in place to prevent damage. * Tape the doors shut. . Use an appliance dolly when moving the refrigerator.

ALWAYS truck the refrigerator from its side or back

- NEVER from its front.

7. Dry thoroughly.

. Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position

during moving.

Operetin9Sounds

Improvements in refrigeration design may produce sounds in your new refrigerator that are different or were not present in an older model. These improvements were made to create a refrigerator that is better at preserving food,

is more energy efficient and is quieter overall. Because new refrigerators run quieter, sounds may be detected that were present in older refrigerators, but were masked by higher sound levels. Many of these sounds are normal. Please note that the surfaces adjacent to a refrigerator, such as hard walls, floors and cabinetry may make these sounds seem even louder. The following are some of the normal sounds that may be noticed in a new refrigerator.

Clicking • Freezer control (A) clicks when starting or • Normal operation

stopping compressor.

• Motorized device (B) sounds like an electric • Normal operation clock and snaps in and out.

Air rushing or • Freezer fan (C) and condenser fan (D) make • Normal operation

whirring this noise while operating. Gurgling or • Evaporator (E) and heat exchanger (F) • Normal operation

boiling sound refrigerant makes this noise when flowing. Thumping • Ice cubes from ice maker (select models) drop • Normal operation

into ice bucket (G).

Vibrating noise • Compressor (FI) makes a pulsating sound • Normal operation

while running.

• Refrigerator is not level. * See page 8 for details on how to level

your refrigerator.

Buzzing • Ice maker water valve (I) hookup (select • Normal operation

models) buzzes when ice maker fills with

water.

Humming • Ice maker (J) is in the 'on' position without • Stop sound by raising ice maker arm

water connection, to OFF position (see page 17).

• Compressor (FI) can make a high-pitched hum * Normal operation

while operating.

Hissing or • Defrost heater (K) hisses, sizzles or pops when • Normal operation popping operational.

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Freezer control and • Refrigerator is in defrost mode. • Normal operation. lights are on, but Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator restarts.

compressor is not operating

Crisper drawer • Refrigerator control settings are too • See pages 13-14 to adjust controls. temperature is too low.

warm

Refrigerator does ° Refrigerator is not plugged in. ° Plug in refrigerator. not operate • Control is not on. • See pages 13-14 to adjust your controls.

° Fuse is blown, or circuit breaker needs ° Replace any blown fuses.

to be reset. Check circuit breaker and reset, if necessary.

• Power outage has occurred. • Call local power company listing to report outage.

Refrigerator still • Refrigerator is malfunctioning. • Unplug refrigerator and transfer food to another won't operate refrigerator. If another refrigerator is not available,

place dry ice in freezer section to preserve food. Warranty does not cover food loss.

Contact service for assistance.

Food temperature ° Condenser coils are dirty. ° Clean according to the chart on page 22. is too cold

is too warm

Refrigerator has ° Compartment is dirty or has ° Clean according to instructions on page 22. an odor odor-causing food.

Water droplets • Check gaskets for proper seal. • Clean according to the chart on page 22. form on outside

of refrigerator ° Humidity levels are high. ° Hot, humid weather can increase condensation.

• Refrigerator or freezer controls are set • See pages 13-14 to adjust your controls. too high.

• Door isnot closing properly.Food temperature

° Controls need to be adjusted. ° See pages 13-14 to adjust your controls.

• Condenser coils are dirty. • Clean according to the chart on page 22.

° Rear air grille is blocked. ° Check the positioning of food items in refrigerator to

• Door has been opened frequently, or • Reduce time door is open. Organize food items has been opened for long periods of efficiently to assure door is open for as short a time time. as possible.

• Food has recently been added. • Allow time for recently added food to reach

• Refrigerator is not level. See page 8for details on how to level your refrigerator.

• Check gaskets for proper seal. Clean, if necessary, according to the chart on page 22.

° Check for internal obstructions that are keeping

door from closing properly (i.e. improperly closed drawers, ice buckets, oversized or improperly stored containers, etc.)

make sure grille is not blocked. Rearair grilles are located under crisper drawers.

refrigerator or freezer temperature.

Press button on control to reduce moisture.

• Controls require adjustment. • See pages 13-14 to adjust your controls.

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Water droplets form • Humidity levels are high or door has * See pages 13-14 to adjust your controls. on inside of been been opened frequently.

remgera_or I • Reduce time door is open.

Organize food items efficiently to assure door is

• Door gaskets do not seal properly. * Clean, if necessary, according to the chart on

Refrigerator or ice * Normal operation. • See Operating Sounds, page 26. maker makes

unfamiliar sounds or seems too loud

Crisper drawers • Contents of drawer, or positioning of * Reposition food items and containers to avoid do not close freely items in the surrounding compartment interference with the drawers.

could be obstructing drawer.

• Drawer isnot in proper position.

• Refrigerator is not level.

• Drawer channels are dirty or need treatment.

open for as short a time as possible.

page 22.

• See page 16 for proper drawer placement.

• See page 8 for details on 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.

Refrigerator runs too frequently

• Doors have been opened frequently or 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.

• Controls need to be adjusted.

• Door is not closing properly.

• Normal operation

• 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 opened.

• Normal operation.

* Allow time for recently added food to reach

refrigerator or freezer temperature.

, Evaluateyour refrigerator's environment.

Refrigerator may need to be moved to run more

efficiently.

* Clean, if necessary, according to the chart on

page 22.

* See pages 13-14 to adjust your controls. ° Refrigerator is not level. See page 8 for details on

how to level your refrigerator.

, Check gaskets for proper seal. ° Clean, if necessary, according to the chart on

page 22.

. Check for internal obstructions that are keeping

door from closing properly (i.e. improperly closed drawers, ice buckets, oversized or improperly stored containers, etc.)

* See Operating Sounds, page 26.

ice

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Refrigerator is leaking water

Ice forms in inlet ° Water pressure istoo low. • Water pressure must be between 35 to 100 pounds tube to ice maker per square inch _psil to function properly. A

Water flow is • Water pressure is too low. ° Water pressure must be between 35 to 100 psi to slower than normal function properly. A minimum pressure of 35 psi is

• Plastic tubing was used to complete water connection.

• Improper saddle valve was installed.

° Freezer temperature is too high. • Adjust freezer control (see pages 13-141.Freezer is

• Improper saddle valve was installed. °

• Copper tubing has kinks. • Turn off water supply and remove kinks. If kinks

° Water filter is clogged or needs to ° Change water filter (see page 181.

be changed.

° The manufacturer recommends using copper tubing

for installation. Plastic is less durable and can cause leakage. Sears is not responsible for property

damage due to improper installation or water

connection.

Check water connection procedure [see pages 10-

111.Self-piercing and -_,G"saddle valves cause low

water pressure and may clog the line over time.

Sears is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water

connection.

minimum pressure of 35 psi is recommended for refrigerators with water filters.

recommended to be approximately 0° F (-17° C1.

recommended for refrigerators with water filters. Check water connection procedure in your

Installation Instructions. Self-piercing and 3/,,, saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the line over time. Sears is not responsible for property damage due to improper installation or water connection. Open water valve completely and check for leaks.

cannot be removed, replace tubing.

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