Kenmore 79551832414 Owner’s Manual
Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Models/Modelos: 795.5183#, 795.5173*
Side-by-Side Refrigerator
Refrigerador de Dos Puertas
#,* = color number, número de color
P/N MFL63288305-7
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty............................................................................. 3
Product Record
Important Safety Instructions
Electrical & Grounding Requirements
Parts and Features
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Refrigerator Installation ..............................9-14
Unpacking the Refrigerator ..........................9
Installation
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Removing/Replacing Your Refrigerator and
Freezer Handles and Doors
........................... 11-13
Leveling and Door Alignment ......................14
Using Your Refrigerator .................................. 15
Setting the Controls ....................................... 15
Control Panel Features
............................................15
Automatic Icemaker......................................17
Food Storage Guide .....................................19
Refrigerator Section
Water and Ice Dispenser .............................20
Refrigerator/Freezer Door Bins....................21
Freezer Section
Ice Storage Bin .............................................. 24
Water Filter ..................................................... 25
Care And Cleaning ......................................... 29
Outside ........................................................... 29
Inside Walls ................................................... 29
Door Liner And Gaskets ............................... 29
Plastic Parts .................................................... 29
Condenser Coils ............................................. 29
LED Light Replacement ................................ 30
Power Interruptions ....................................... 30
When You Go On Vacation ........................ 30
When You Move ............................................ 30
Connecting the Water Line ............................ 31
Troubleshooting Guide ................................... 34
Diagnostics
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Service ...................................... Back Cover
Refrigerator Drawers and Cover .................. 21
Refrigerator/Freezer Shelves
GRAB-N-GO .................................................23
TM
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WARRANTY
REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY
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Kenmore Limited Warranty
WITH PROOF OF SALE the following warranty coverage applies when this appliance is correctly installed, operated and
maintained according to all supplied instructions.
One Year on Appliance
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against defects in material or workmanship. A defective
appliance will receive free repair or replacement at option of seller.
Lifetime on Storage Bins
FOR AS LONG AS IT IS USED from the date of sale, a free replacement will be supplied for a defective refrigerator or
freezer compartment storage bin. If the defect appears within the first year, a new bin will be installed at no charge. If the
defect appears after the first year, a new bin will be supplied but not installed at no charge. This Lifetime warranty covers
only storage bins, and does not apply to any other related component or mechanism. You are responsible for the labor cost
of bin installation after the first year from the date of sale. This warranty coverage applies for only 90 days from the date
of sale if the appliance is ever used for other than private household purposes.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the web page: www.kenmore.com/warranty
All warranty coverage applies for only 90 DAYS from the sale date if this appliance is ever used for other than private
household purposes.
This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship, and will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, bags or screw-in base
light bulbs.
2. A service technician to clean or maintain this appliance, or to instruct the user in correct appliance installation,
operation and maintenance.
3. Service calls to correct appliance installation not performed by Sears authorized service agents, or to repair problems
with house fuses, circuit breakers, house wiring, and plumbing or gas supply systems resulting from such installation.
4. Damage to or failure of this appliance resulting from installation not performed by Sears authorized service agents,
including installation that was not in accord with electrical, gas or plumbing codes.
5. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, if it is not correctly operated and
maintained according to all supplied instructions.
6. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, resulting from accident, alteration, abuse,
misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.
7. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, caused by the use of detergents, cleaners,
chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.
8. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this appliance.
9. Service to an appliance if the model and serial plate is missing, altered, or cannot easily be determined to have the
appropriate certification logo.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair or replacement as provided
herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one
year on the appliance and for as long as used on the storage bins, or the shortest period allowed by law. Seller 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 limitation on the duration of implied warranties of 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.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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PRODUCT RECORD
In the space below, record the data of purchase, model and serial number of your product. You will find the model and
serial number printed on an identification label located on the interior liner of the refrigerator compartment. Have these
items of information available whenever you contact Sears concerning your product.
Model No.___________________ Date of Purchase ___________________
Serial No.___________________
Save these instructions and attach your sales receipt for future reference.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill
or hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard
signal word DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:
DANGER
You will be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
WARNING
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
CAUTION
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen
if the instructions are not followed.
To reduce the risk of re, electric shock, or personal
injury when using your product, basic safety precautions
should be followed, including the following.
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
• NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip the plug rmly and pull it
straight out from the outlet.
• Immediately repair or replace all power cords that
have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either the plug or connector end.
• Do not modify or extend the power cord length. It
could cause electric shock or re.
• When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be
careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
• The insulation in this unit contains cyclopentane or a
pentane-like gas which is ammable and requires a
special elimination process. Before discontinuing use of
this refrigerator, contact local authorities to arrange for
safe disposal of the unit.
may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage.
WARNING
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other ammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
• DO NOT store explosive substances such as aerosol
cans containing ammable propellants in this
appliance.
• DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the
refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator. They
could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure
themselves.
• Keep ngers out of pinch point areas; clearances
between the doors and cabinets are necessarily small.
Be careful closing doors when children are in the area.
• Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making
any repairs.
NOTE: It is strongly recommended that any service be
performed by a quali ed technician.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
• Before service is performed on the interior LED lighting,
power at the circuit
breaker or fuse box.
NOTE: The refrigerator and freezer compartment
lights are LED interior lighting, and service should be
ed technician.
WARNING: Setting either or both controls to the OFF
position does not remove power to the light circuit.
nished, reconnect the refrigerator to
the electrical source and reset the controls (Thermostat,
Refrigerator Control, and or Freezer Control, depending
on the model) to the desired setting.
• This refrigerator must be properly installed in
accordance with the Attention Installer Instructions that
were taped to the front of the refrigerator.
• After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the
cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands
are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to the extremely cold
surfaces.
• DO NOT touch the automatic ice making mechanism
while the refrigerator is plugged in.
• DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed
completely. The United States Department of
Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:
…You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have
thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are
still cold—below 4°C.
sh that have any
-color should not be refrozen and should
not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be discarded.
If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable,
dispose of it. The food may be dangerous to eat.
Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the
eating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables
and prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats
ected less than that of many other foods. Use
refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of
their quality as you can.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
Junked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even
if they are sitting for only a few days. If you are getting
rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions
at right to help prevent accidents (child entrapment and
ocation).
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY
YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR
OR FREEZER:
the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that
children may not easily climb inside
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CFC/HCFC DISPOSAL
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system
that used CFCs or HCFCs (chloro uorocarbons or
hydrochloro uorocarbons). CFCs and HCFCs are
believed to harm stratospheric ozone if released to the
atmosphere. Other refrigerants may also cause harm to
the environment if released to the atmosphere.
ELECTRICAL & GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.
TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance must be
properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit
checked by a quali ed electrician to make sure the
outlet is properly grounded.
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make
sure the refrigerant is removed for proper disposal
by a quali ed technician. If you intentionally release
refrigerant, you may be subject to nes and imprisonment
under provisions of environmental legislation.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
WARNING: Do not use extension cords or ungrounded
(two-prong) adaptors. Because of potential safety
hazards under certain conditions, the use of an extension
cord is not recommended. However, if you still elect to
use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it
be a UL-listed (USA), 3-wire grounding type appliance
extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet,
and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes
(minimum) and 120 volts.
Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance
needed for the back of the refrigerator.
3-prong
grounding type
wall receptacle
3-prong
grounding
plug
Ensure proper
ground exists
before use.
RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own
individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 115
Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, and fused at 15 amperes (minimum).
This provides the best performance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a re
hazard from overheated wires. It is recommended that a
separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
Use a receptacle that cannot be turned o with a switch
or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord.
Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is encountered,
it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have
it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall
outlet.
CAUTION
• Do not bend the power cord excessively or place heavy
articles on it.
• Connect the power plug in the proper position with the
cord hanging down.
• When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to roll
over or damage the power cord.
• If the power cord is damaged, have it replaced
immediately by the manufacturer or its service agent.
• Do not insert the power plug with wet hands.
• Do not insert your hands into the area under the
bottom of the appliance.
• Make sure that the power plug is not squashed or
damaged by the back of the refrigerator.
WARNING
Replacing Electrical Cord
To avoid hazard, damaged power cords must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or
a similarly quali ed technician. Do not operate the
appliance with a damaged power cord.
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PARTS AND FEATURES
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Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of the refrigerator.
NOTE: erent models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have som e or all of the items
listed below. The locations of the featu res shown below m ay not m atch your model.
A
Automatic Icemaker
B
Freezer Light (LED)
C
Freezer She lves
D
Freezer Door Bins
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Freezer Drawers
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Refrigerator Light (LED)
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Water Filter
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Refrigerator Shelves
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GRAB-N-GO
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Refrigerator Drawers
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Refrigerator Door Bins
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
WARNING WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard:
Use two or more people to move and install the
refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
UNPACKING THE REFRIGERATOR
Remove tape and any temporary labels from the
refrigerator before using. Do not remove any labels,
the model and serial number label, or the Tech Sheet
that is located under the front of the refrigerator,
behind the base grille.
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area
briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be
easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish
ngers. Wipe with warm
water and dry.
ammable
uids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of the refrigerator.
Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position.
Please reinstall shelves according to your individual
storage needs.
Excessive Weight Hazard:
The refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator
for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor.
Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it.
Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator when trying to
oor damage could occur.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard:
ammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from the refrigerator. Failure to do so
re, explosion, or death.
NOTE:
This appliance is intended to be used in household and
similar applications such as:
ces and other working
environments
• farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other
residential environments
• bed and breakfast environments
• catering and similar non-retail applications.
This product is not to be used for special purposes such
as the storage of medicine or test materials, or for use
on ships, etc.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
WARNING
Be careful when you work with the hinge, stopper, etc.
You may be injured.
To avoid risk of injury or electrical shock, do not put
hands or metal objects into the air vents or bottom
opening of the refrigerator.
INSTALLATION
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own
individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 115
Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, and fused at 15 amperes (minimum).
This provides the best performance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a
hazard from overheated wires. It is recommended that a
separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.
1. To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be
leveled and installed on a solidly constructed floor. If
required, adjust the leveling legs to compensate for
unevenness of the
higher than the rear to aid in door closing. Leveling
legs can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet
slightly. Turn the leveling legs counterclockwise to raise
the unit or clockwise to lower it. (See LEVELING AND
DOOR ALIGNMENT.)
NOTE: Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces,
a platform or weakly supported structure is not
recommended.
WARNING
Shock Hazard:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the
refrigerator in a wet or damp area.
3. Select a place where a water supply can be easily
connected for the automatic icemaker.
NOTE: The water pressure must be between 20 and
120 psi ( 138 – 827 kPa )on models without a water
4. Too small of a distance from adjacent items may
result in lowered freezing capability and increased
electricity consumption charges. Allow at least 24
inches (61 cm) in front of the refrigerator to open the
doors.
2. Install this appliance in an area where the temperature
is between 55°F (13°C) and 110°F (43°C). If the
temperature around the appliance is too low or high,
ected.
2” (5.08 cm)
2” (5.08 cm)
2” (5.08 cm)
2” (5.08 cm)
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
NOTE: Removing the doors is the recommended procedure when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a
narrow opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below.
HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR
DOOR HANDLE
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from the
illustrations on this page.
Removing Refrigerator Handle
Loosen the set screws with a / in. (2.5 mm)
Allen wrench and remove the handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need
to be tightened or removed, use a ¼ in. (6.4
mm) Allen wrench.
Mounting
fasteners
Set screw
Allen wrench
HOW TO REPLACE REFRIGERATOR
DOOR HANDLE
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from the
illustrations on this page.
Replacing Refrigerator Door Handle
Place the handle on the door by tting
the handle footprints over the mounting
fasteners and tightening the set screws
with a / in (2.5 cm) Allen wrench.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners
need to be tightened or removed, use a
¼ in. (6.4 mm) Allen wrench.
Mounting
Fasteners
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
Figure 1
wire
harness
hinge
cover
upper
hinge
hinge lever
upper hinge
lower hinge
Enough for
the water feed tube
to be completely
pulled out
REMOVING AND REPLACING
REFRIGERATOR DOORS
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard:
Use two or more people to remove and install the
refrigerator doors. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
• Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator
before installing. Failure to do so could result in
serious injury or death.
• Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the air
vents or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be
injured or receive an electrical shock.
1. Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw.
at blade screwdriver to pry back the hooks
(not shown) of the hinge cover from the top of the
refrigerator cabinet. Lift up the cover.
3. Disconnect all the wire harnesses.
4. Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise (1). Lift the
upper hinge free of the hinge lever latch (2).
Removing the left (freezer) door with water line connection
Pull up the water feed tube while pressing the collet down
gure below.
NOTE: If a tube end is deformed or abraded, trim the
part away. Disconnecting the tube under the door causes
ow out. Put a
large container at the end of the tube to prevent water
oor.
NOTE: Water hoses should be cut with a clean, straight
edge to avoid leaks.
CAUTION: When lifting the hinge free of the latch,
be careful that the door does not fall forward.
5. Lift the door from the lower hinge pin, being careful
to pull the water lines through the lower hinge pin.
6. Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching
surface. Be careful not to damage the water feed
tube.
Not Straight Damaged Stretched
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
wire
harness
hinge lever
upper
hinge
lower hinge
Removing the right (refrigerator) door
1. Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw.
2. Use a at blade screwdriver to pry back the hooks
(not shown) of the hinge cover from the top of the
refrigerator cabinet. Lift up the cover. Disconnect all
wire harnesses.
Reinstalling the left (freezer) door
1. Feed the water tubes through the lower hinge pin
and place the door onto the lower hinge pin. Water
hoses should be behind the leg to prevent damage.
2. Fit top hinge over the hinge lever latch and into
place. Rotate the lever clockwise to secure the hinge.
3. Connect all the wire harnesses.
4. Hook the tab on the door switch side of the cover
under the edge of the wire opening in the cabinet
top. Position the cover into place. Insert and tighten
the cover screw.
5. Reconnect the water tubes by inserting the tubes into
the connectors. The tube is inserted correctly when
only one guide line is showing out of two.
3. Rotate the hinge lever clockwise (1). Lift the top hinge
free of the hinge lever latch (2).
CAUTION: When lifting the hinge free of the latch,
be careful that the door does not fall forward.
4. Lift the door from the lower hinge pin.
5. Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching
surface.
Reinstalling the right (refrigerator) door
1. Place the door onto the lower hinge pin.
2. Fit the upper hinge over the hinge lever latch and
into place. Rotate the lever counterclockwise to
secure the hinge.
3. Reconnect all wire harnesses. Hook the tab on the
switch side of the cover under the edge of the wire
opening in the cabinet top. Position the cover into
place. Insert and tighten the cover screw.
Collet
Tube
Insert Line
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
LEVELING
After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power cord into a
3-prong grounded outlet and push the refrigerator into the
final position.
Your refrigerator has two front leveling legs—one on the
right and one on the left. Adjust the legs to alter the tilt
from front-to-back or side-to-side. If your refrigerator
seems unsteady, or you want the doors to close more
easily, adjust the refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions
below:
NOTE: Tools Required: / ” (18mm) wrench or fl at blade
screwdriver.
1. Turn the leveling leg counterclockwise to raise that side
of the refrigerator or clockwise to lower it. It may take
several turns of the leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the
refrigerator.
Left leveling
leg
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Height
Height
dierence
C
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PRESS & HOLD
CHANGE FILTER
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2. Open both doors again and check to make sure that
they close easily. If the doors do not close easily, tilt
the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning
both leveling legs counterclockwise. It may take
several more turns, and you should turn both leveling
legs the same amount.
DOOR ALIGNMENT
If the doors are still uneven after the refrigerator has
been leveled, fi nish adjusting the doors by following the
instructions below.
Adjusting tools: 5/16” (8mm) wrench and 3/4” (19mm)
wrench
Height
dierence
Height
dierence
keeper nut
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C
PRESS & HOLD
CHANGE FILTER
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Down
Up
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Adjustment
2
hinge pin
3
Tool for
adjustment
NOTE: Having someone push backward against the top of
of the leveling legs.
This makes it easier to adjust the legs.
Height
dierence
Right leveling leg
CHANGE FILTER
C
F
C
PRESS & HOLD
F
Height
dierence
Using a 3/4” (19mm) wrench, turn the keeper nut
clockwise to loosen the keeper nut.
Using a 5/16” (8mm) wrench, turn the adjustment hinge
pin clockwise or counterclockwise to level the refrigerator
and freezer door.
After leveling the door, turn the keeper nut
counterclockwise to tighten it.
CAUTION: Do not overtighten the door adjustment
screw. The hinge pin can be pulled out. (The adjustable
range of height is a maximum of 2” [5 cm]).
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