Kenmore 79568272900, 79568274900, 79568279900, 79569002900, 79569004900 Owner’s Manual

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MFL63283801 Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com

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English Version 2 Spanish Version 41 French Version 81

Warranty and Product Record 3 - 4 Safety Instructions 5 - 6 Grounding Requirements 6

Parts and Features 7 - 8 Refrigerator Installation 9 -21

Unpacking Your Refrigerator 9 Installation 9 Base Grille 9

Removing Reversing and Replacing Doors

For Drawer Models 10-15 For Swing Models 16-21

Door Closing and Alignment 21

Using Your Refrigerator 22 -30

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 22 Multi Flow 22

Door Alarm 22 Setting the Controls 22 -23

Adjusting Control Settings 23

Food Storage Guide 24

Storing Frozen Food 24

Refrigerator Shelves 25 Refrigerator Features for Drawer Type Models 26 Refrigerator Features for Swing Type Models 27

Door Racks Door Bins Dairy Bin

Ice Bin DuraBase DuraBase Divider

Guide-Out Drawer Basket Tilting Door

Wire Durabase

Frezzer Shelf

Care and Cleaning

General Cleaning Tips

Outside

Inside Walls

Door Liner and Gaskets

Plastic Parts

Condenser Coils

Light Bulb Replacement

Power Interruptions

When you go on vacation

When you move

About the Icemaker

Connecting the Water Line Troubleshooting Guide

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BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR

Kenmore Appliance Warranty

_One Year Limited Warranty

When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructionssupplied with the product, if this appliance fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME to arrange for free repair.

If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes, 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 warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states and

provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on the duration of impliedwarranties 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 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., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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

Master Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmor# _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.

The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product. Here's what the Agreement* includes:

[] Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating

properly under normal use, not just defects. Our

coverage goes well beyond the product warranty. No deductibles, no functional failure excluded from

coverage - real protection.

[] Expert service by a force of more than 10,000

authorized Sears service technicians, which means someone you can trust will be working on your product.

[] Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as

often as you want us, whenever you want us.

[] "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 - we call it Rapid Resolution -

phone support from a Sears representative on all products. Think of us as a "talking owner's manual."

[] Power surge protection against electrical damage due

to power fluctuations.

[] $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food

spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator or freezer.

[] Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product

takes longer than promised.

[]10% discount off the regular price of any non-covered

repair service and related installed parts.

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.

The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase.

If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty period, we will provide a full refund. Or a prorated refund anytime after the product warranty period expires.

Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information in the U.S.A. call 1-800-827-6655.

*Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6655.

Sears Installation Service

For Sears professional installation of home appliances,

garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. or Canada call

1-800-4-MY-HOME _R_.

In the space below, record the date 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 right-hand side of the refrigerator compartment. Have

these items of information available whenever you contact Sears concerning your product.

Model No. Date of Purchase Serial No. Dealer

Save these instructions and attach your sales receipt for future reference.

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, CAUTION. These words mean:

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.

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 offire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your product, basicsafety

precautions should be followed, includingthe following:

• NEVER unplug your refrigeratorby pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the

outlet.

• Repairor replace immediately all electric service cords that

havebecome frayed or otherwise damaged. Do notuse a cord

that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.

•When moving your refrigerator away from the wall,

be careful notto roll over or damage the powercord.

• DO NOT store or usegasoline orother flammable vapors and

liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• DO NOTallow children to climb, stand or hang on the

refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator.They could

damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

• Keepfingers out of "pinch point" areas; clearances between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful when you open the doorswhen children are in the area.

• Unplugyour refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs.

NOTE:We strongly recommend that any servicing be

performed by a qualified individual.

• Beforereplacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the

refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box in order to avoid contact with a livewire filament. (Aburned-

out light bulb may breakwhen being replaced.) NOTE: Setting either or both controls to the OFF position does not remove

powerto the light circuit.

• Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment - they may

break when frozen, causing damage.

For personal safety,this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

Readall instructions before using this appliance. Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described

in this useand care guide.

After your refrigerator is inoperation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces.

Inrefrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving partsof the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that releases the cubes. DO NOT place fingers or

handson the automatic icemakingmechanism while the

refrigerator is plugged in.

DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which havethawed completely. The UnitedStates Department ofAgriculture inHome and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:

"...Youmay safely refreezefrozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or ifthey are still cold below 40 °F (4 °C)."

"...Thawed ground meats, poultry,or fish thathave any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten.

Thawed ice cream should bediscarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable, get rid of it. The food may be

dangerous to eat." "Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eating quality

of foods, particularlyfruits, vegetables and preparedfoods. The eating quality of red meats isaffected less than that of

many otherfoods. Use refrozenfoods as soon as possible to save as much of their quality as you can."

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduce 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 person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still

dangerous.., even if they will sit for "just a few days". If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions at right to help prevent accidents.

Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used CFC's (chlorofluorocarbons). CFC's are believed to harm

stratospheric ozone.

IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.

TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

Electrical Shock Hazard

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance must be

properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

grounding type wall receptacle

3-prong grounding plug

3-prong

BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER

• Take off the doors.

• Leave the shelves in place so that

children may not easily climb inside.

If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant, you can be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation.

Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance needed for the back of the refrigerator. If the supply cord

is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order

to avoid any hazard.

RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for

115 volts, 60Hz, AC only and fused at 15 or 20 amperes.

This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a

fire hazard from overheated wires. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be

provided. Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off

with a switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord.

Ensur_ proper

ground exists

before use.

USE OF EXTENSION CORDS

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in the United States), 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.

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

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control, depending on the model) to OFF and then disconnect

the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control (thermostat, refrigerator control or freezer control, depending on the model) to the desired setting.

FREEZER DRAWER MODEL

Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features.

NOTE: This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some

or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.

O Digital Sensor Control O Refrigerator Light

Shelves

O Egg Box

0ptibin Crispers Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisp

0 Pantry

Icemaker*

0 Ice Bin

ODurabase

O Divider O Dairy Bin O Bottle Guide

@ Door Bins @ Refrigerator Door Rack

Freezer Light Pull out Drawer

*on some models

FREEZER SWING DOOR MODEL

Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features.

NOTE: This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some

or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.

O Digital Sensor Control O Refrigerator Light

G Shelves

O Snack Pan

Qptibin Crisper Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisp

Icemaker Ice Bin

_1 Wire Durabase

ODairy Bin O Door Bins

OWire Freezer Shelf O Refrigerator Door Rack @ Freezer Light

O Freezer Door Rack

Use two or more people to move and install

Excessive Weight Hazard

refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before using. Do not remove any warning- type labels, the model and serial number label, or the Tech Sheet that is attached to back wall of the refrigerator.

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 soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm

water and dry.

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see the Important Safety Instructions

section. Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position.

Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs.

When Moving Your Refrigerator: Your 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 move it, as floor damage could occur.

3. 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, cooling ability may be adversely affected.

[] CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat sources,

direct sunlight or moisture.

NOTE: For proper air circulation, best cooling and energy consumption results, maintain a minimum distance of 2 inches (5.08cm) from adjacent items and surfaces

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1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust accumulated during shipping.

2. Install accessories such as ice cube bin, drawers, shelves, etc., in their proper places. They are packed

together to prevent possible damage during shipment.

Let your refrigerator run for 2 or 3 hours before putting food in it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer

compartment to ensure proper cooling. Your refrigerator is now ready for use.

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.

INSTALLATION

1. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight, or moisture.

2. To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. If required, adjust the leveling screws to compensate for unevenness of the floor. The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing. Leveling screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the leveling screws clockwise ("_'_) to raise the unit, counterclockwise (_ to lower it.

• Be careful when you work with hinge, base grille, stopper etc. You may be injured.

° Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents, base

grille or bottom of refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an electrical shock.

BASE GRILLE INSTRUCTIONS

To Install Base Grille

• Refrigerator door should be opened or removed. (Necessary on some models).

• Use the 2 Phillips screws provided in the literature package to attach the Base Grille.

To Remove Grille

• Open or remove refrigerator door. (Necessary on some models).

• Take out the base grille by removing the 2 screws on

the bottom of the refrigerator.

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Before you begin, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.

Remove food and any Adjustable Door or Utility Bins from doors. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

(For Freezer Drawer Models)

If entrance is less than 35-inches wide, the refrigerator door and freezer drawer will need to be removed.

TOOLS NEEDED:

• 10mm or 13/32-inch socket wrench (with 2-inch extension for bottom door hinge)

° No. 2 Phillips head screwdriver

• Flat-head screwdriver for prying

• Adjustable wrench

Before removing the doors, remove the Base Grille. See BASE GRILLE INSTALLATION for reference.

HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR

Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a flat head screwdriver and remove.

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Remove washer and set aside. Use a 10mm or 13/32 inch socket wrench to remove

the 2 bolts in Middle Hinge Bracket. Remove screws. Set Middle Hinge Bracket and other parts

aside.

HOW TO REMOVE PULL OUT DRAWER

IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury, product or property damage, you will need two people to perform

the following instructions.

• Pull the drawer open to full lower extension. Remove durabase by lifting it from rail system.

Fig. 5

Durabase

Using 10mm or 13/32-inch socket wrench, remove the 3 bolts and lift off the Top Hinge. Set parts aside.

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Top Hinge

Lift up door slightly and remove it. Place door on

a non scratching surface.

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Middle Hinge

• Press both hangers with your thumbs to lift it up. Fig. 6

• Separate the left and right rail cover

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• Remove the screws of the rail on both sides.

REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOOR

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screw

[] CAUTION:When removing drawer door, do not hold it by

the handle. Door could fall down and you may be injured. Grasp door with both hands as pictured below when

removing.

[] CAUTION: When laying down the drawer, be careful

not to damage the floor or hurt your feet with the sharp edges on hinge side.

• With both hands, hold both sides of the door and pull it up to separate it from the rails.

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• Reattach Middle Hinge Bracket with the previously removed 2 bolts and 2 screws.

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• Put refrigerator door down over the Hinge Pin on the Middle Hinge Pin Bracket.

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Middle Hinge

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• Push rails back into drawer cavity. With both hands, hold the center of the bar and push it in so that both

rails go back simultaneously.

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• Line up Top Hinge with holes in top of refrigerator. Use the 3 bolts to replace the Hinge.

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Top

• Tighten Bolts. Force-fit Top Hinge Cover over top Hinge.

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HOW TO INSTALL PULL OUT DRAWER

IMPORTANT: To avoid possible injury, product or

property damage, you will need two people to perform the following instructions.

• With both hands, hold the center of the bar and pull it out to let both rails out to full extension simultaneously.

• Hook door supports into rail tabs.

• Align the top holes of the rail cover with the top holes of the door supports to assemble the rail cover.

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• Verify the hole's alignment.

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• Lower door into final position and tighten the screws.

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Screws

• Make sure you have the correct rail cover for each side.

Right

Rail cover

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• With the rails pulled out to full extension, insert the

Durabase drawer in the rail assembly.

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Durabase

[] WARNING: To prevent accidental child and pet

entrapment or suffocation risk, DO NOT allow them to play inside of drawer.

[] WARNING: DO NOT step or sit down on Freezer Door.

REMOVING,REVERSING AND REPLACING

REFRIGERATOR DOORS (For Freezer Drawer Models)

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Before you begin, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Failure to

do so could result in death or serious injury.

Remove food and any Adjustable Door or Utility Bins

from doors. Failure to do so could result in serious

injury.

You may find it more convenient to have the doors converted from the left-opening type (factory installed) to the right-opening type. Directions refer to the right side as the side on your right as you face the unit.

TOOLS NEEDED

• 10ram or 13/32-inch socket wrench (with 2-inch extension for bottom door hinge)

• No. 2 Phillips head screwdriver

• 1Ainch socket wrench

• Flat-head screwdriver for prying

• Adjustable wrench

Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a flat head

screwdriver and remove.

Fig. 25

Remove Hinge Pin Insert on the right side of the

door and reinstall on left side.

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Hinge Pin

• Turn refrigerator door upside down on a non-scratch surface.

• Loosen the 2 screws to remove the Bottom Hinge Pin Insert Bracket with Hinge Pin Insert.

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Hinge Pin Insert

Hinge Pin

• Remove screw on the opposite side of the door. This screw is no longer necessary and can be

discarted.

Using 10mm or 13/32-inch socket wrench, remove

the 3 bolts and lift off the Top Hinge. Set parts aside.

Fig. 26

Top Hinge

• Lift up refrigerator door slightly and remove it. Fig. 27

Middle Hinge

Move the Hinge Pin Insert Bracket to the other side of the door, keeping the same orientation, and push

the Hinge Pin Insert into the hole on the left side of the bracket. Insert the 2 screws as shown below.

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Hinge Pin Insert Bracket

Pry off cover on top of refrigerator on left side to

uncover screw holes and place it on the right side.

Fig. 31 Cover

(on top of

refrigerator)

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