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MFL61920601 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com
Printed in Mexico
Warranty and Product Record
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Crisper Humidity Control
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Safety instructions
Grounding Requirements
Parts and Features
Refrigerator installation
Unpacking Your Refrigerator
Installation
Base Grill
Removing and Replacing Doors
Reversing Doors
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6
7
8-15
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9-10
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Door Racks
Door Bins
Dairy Bin/Can Rack
Ice Tray
Care and Cleaning
General Cleaning Tips
Outside
Inside Walls
Door Liner and Gaskets
Plastic Parts
Light Bulb Replacement
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Leveling and Door Closing/ Door Alignment
Using Your Refrigerator
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation
Setting the Controls
Adjusting Control Settings
Food Storage Guide
Storing Frozen Food
Refrigerator Shelves
Snack Drawer
Crisper and Crisper Cover
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16-21
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Power Interruptions
Vacation and Moving Care
About the Automatic Ice Maker
Connecting the Water Line
Troubleshooting Guide
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TOP FREEZER REFRIGERATOR
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Kenrnore Appliance Warranty
forte Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructionssupplied with the product, ifthis 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 purpose.
6. Damage to or failure those recommended
7. Damage to or failure
Disclaimer of imptied warranties; limitation of remedies Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied
warranties, includingwarranties 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 of merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than
in all instructions supplied with the product.
of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product.
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 MSB 2B8
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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.
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Fixed.
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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.
[]18% 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
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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.
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For Sears professional installation of home appliances,
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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.
Thisguidecontainsmanyimportantsafetymessages.Alwaysreadandobeyallsafetymessages.
Thisisthesafetyalertsymbol.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:
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.
Toreduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury
to persons when using your product, basic safety
precautions should be followed, including the following: = NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip the plug firmly and pull itstraight out from the outlet.
Repair or replace immediatelyall electric service 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.
° When moving your refrigerator away from the wall,
be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other 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.
- Keep fingers out of "pinch point" areas; clearances between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are in the area.
- Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs. NOTE: Westrongly recommend that any servicing be
performed by a qualified individual.
- Before replacing 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 live wire filament. (A burned- 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.
° Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care guide.
° Thisrefrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with
the Attention Installer Instructions thatwere 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.
° In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with
the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating
element that releases the cubes. DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.
DO NOT refreezefrozen foods which have thawed completely. The United States Department ofAgriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:
"...Youmay safely refreezefrozen foods that have thawed if
they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold below 40°F (4°C).,,
"...Thawed ground meats, poultryor fish that have any off-odor or off-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, get rid of it. Thefood 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 is affected less than that of many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of their eating quality as you can."
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
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.
Your old refrigerator has 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.
3-prong grounding type
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3-prong
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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 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
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.
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.
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 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 or Freezer
Control, depending on the model) to the desired setting.
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) or a CSA-listed
(in Canada), 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.
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Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for your convenience.
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 betow may not match your model.
O CustomCube Ice maker * O Ice Bin *
Freezer Shelf
_ Digital Temperature Control
Refrigerator Light
_t Snack Drawer
Shelves Crispers
Keeps fruits and vegetables fresh and crisp
OFreezer Door Racks OCan Rack*
ODairy Bin
O Door Bins
Refrigerator Door Rack
*On some models
ExcessiveWeight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install 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 or the model and serial number label.
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.
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.
2" (5.08 cm)_
(5.08 cm) 2"--J_
Be careful when you work with hinge, base grille, stopper etc. You may be injured.
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(5.08 cm) (5.08 cm)
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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.
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 unit near heat sources, direct sunlight or moisture.
2. To minimize noise and vibration, the refrigerator MUST be installed on a solidly constructed floor.
3. Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are not recommended.
4. NEVER install the refrigerator on a platform or a weakly supported structure.
5. 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.
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 GRILL INSTRUCTIONS
Grill at base of unit is force=fitted.
To Remove Grill:
Open or remove refrigerator door.
On left side of Base Grill, grasp opening between grill and refrigerator frame and pull out.
Then pull out right side of grill.
To Replace Grill:
Refrigerator door should be opened or removed.
Locate slot on right front of refrigerator housing.
Guide metal clip on right side of Grill into slot in housing.
Guide metal clip on left side of Grill into slot in housing.
Push clips into slots firmly until Grill snaps into place.
ELECTRICALSHOCKHAZARD
Beforeyoubegin,eitherunplugtherefrigeratororturnoffpoweratthecircuitbreakerorfusebox.Removefood andanyAdjustableDoororUtilityBinsfromdoors.Failuretodosocouldresultindeathorseriousinjury.
Ifentranceislessthan35-incheswide,
therefrigerator'sdoorswillneedto beremoved. TOOLSNEEDED:
10mmor 13/32-inchsocketwrench (with2-inchextensionforbottomdoorhinge)
No.2Phillipsheadscrewdriver
Flat-headscrewdriverforprying
REMOVE FREEZER DOOR
Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a flat head screwdriver and remove (see Fig 1).
Fig. 1
Using 10mm or 13/32-inch socket wrench, remove the 3 bolts and lift off the Top Hinge (see Fig. 2). Set parts aside.
Fig. 2
REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR
Loosen and remove the 2 bolts and the phillips head screw to remove the Middle Hinge Bracket from
refrigerator housing (Fig. 4 and 5). Set parts aside.
Lift up door slightly and remove it.
Fig. 6
Lift freezer door slightly and remove it. (Fig. 3). Set aside.
Fig. 3
To replace doors, begin with refrigerator door and then follow with freezer door.
REPLACE REFRIGERATOR DOOR
Set door onto Bottom Hinge Pin.
Place Hinge Pin of Middle Hinge Bracket inside Hinge Pin Insert on top of door (Fig. 7). Hold door in place and line up the Middle Hinge Bracket with
the holes in refrigerator housing.
Use the 2 bolts and phillips screw to refasten
the Middle Hinge Bracket and door to the
refrigerator housing. (Fig. 8).
Place Upper Hinge's Pin in the top of freezer door and line up the Upper Hinge with holes in top of refrigerator. Use the 3 bolts to replace Hinge (Fig. 10).
Fig. 10
Carefully force-fit Top Hinge Cover back into place over Hinge (Fig.11 ).
I Fig. 11
REPLACE FREEZER DOOR
Set the freezer door onto the Middle Hinge Pin (Fig. 9).
Fig. 9
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Before you begin, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Remove food and any Adjustable Door or Utility Bins from doors
Failure to do so could result in death or 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
10mm 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
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REVERSE FREEZER DOOR
° Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a flat head
screwdriver and remove (see Fig.13).
Fig. 13
Move the Hinge Pin insert Bracket to the other side of the door, keeping the same orientation, and move
the Hinge Pin insert into the hole on the left side of the bracket (Fig. 17).
Fig. 17
Using 10mm or 13/32-inch socket wrench, remove
the 3 bolts and lift off the Top Hinge (see Fig. 14).
Set parts aside.
Fig. 14
Top Hinge
Lift up door slightly and remove it (Fig. 15).
Fig. 15
Middle Hinge Bracket _
i_ Hinge Pin tnsert
Hinge Pin insert Bracket
Reverse Door Closer/Stop by flipping over (see Fig. 18), place on top of Hinge Pin insert Bracket, and tighten both down with the screw.
Fig. 18 (_
Pry off cover on top of refrigerator on left side to uncover screw holes (Fig. 19).
Set freezer door and Top Hinge parts to the side
and remove refrigerator door.
Hinge Pin
Turn freezer door upside down on a non-scratch surface and loosen the screw to remove Door
Closer/Stop and Hinge Pin insert (see Fig. 16).
Fig. 16
Door Closer / Stop
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REVERSEANDREATTACHREFRIGERATORDOOR
Using a 1A-inchsocket wrench, loosen and remove ° Hinge Pin from the Middle Hinge Pin Bracket. Remove washer underneath the middle hinge and
set aside NOTE: At this point the door will be loose, lift up o
door slightly and remove it. (Fig. 20 and 20a).
Fig. 20a
REMOVE base grill. See BASE GRILL INSTRUCTIONS on page 8.
Remove the washer from the Bottom Hinge
Pin (Fig. 22). Using a 1A-inch socket wrench, loosen and remove
the Hinge Pin from the Bottom Hinge. Reattach the Hinge Pin to the opposite side of the Hinge
(see Fig. 22 and 22a). NOTE: This is easier to do
while the Hinge is still attached.
Fig. 22
22a
Loosen and remove the 2 bolts and the
phillips head screw to remove the Middle Hinge Bracket from refrigerator housing (Fig. 21). Set parts aside.
Using 10mm or 13/32-inch socket wrench
with 2-inch extension, loosen the 3 bolts
and remove the Bottom Hinge from right side of housing (Fig. 23).
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Atthispoint,removetheDecorativeBoltonbottomon refrigeratorhousingfromtheleftsideofrefrigerator (Fig.24).YouwillneedthisholefortheBottomHinge.
Fig.24
MovetheBottomHingetotheleftsideofhousingkeeping thesameorientation,andreattachwith3 bolts(Fig.25).
NowmoveDecorativeBolttoholeonlowerrightside
ofhousing.
Fig.25
Take out the Hinge Pin Insert and move the Bracket to the other side of the door,
keeping the same orientation (Fig. 28).
Place Hinge Pin Insert into the left side of the bracket. Tighten Hinge Pin Bracket to door (Fig. 28).
Fig. 28
Hinge Pin Bracket
Pin Insert
Take Door Closer/stop and flip (see Fig. 29).
Line up screw holes and mount on left side of door bottom with the two screws. Turn
door upright. It is now ready for re-attaching.
Fig. 29
Turnrefrigeratordoorupsidedownonanon-scratching surface.
Withdoorupsidedown,loosenthe2screwsandremovethe
DoorCloser/Stop(Fig.26),thenloosentheothertwoscrews
toremovethebottomHingePinInsertBracketwithHinge
PinInsert(seeFig.27).
Fig.26
Fig. 27
Hinge Pin Bracket
Hinge Pin Insert
_ ! '_ Door Closer/Stop
With flat-head screwdriver, carefully pry off and remove the cover over the screw
holes on the left side of refrigerator housing (Fig. 30).
Fig. 30
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RemovetheouterlowerDecorativeScrewfromhousing atareabetweenfreezerandrefrigeratordoors(Fig.31).
YouwillneedthisholefortheMiddleHingeBracket).
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Following illustration, flip the Middle Hinge Bracket (Flange will now be on top) and position on left side of refrigerator and re-attach with two bolts and a Phillips screw. (Fig. 32).
Place refrigerator door down over pin on bottom hinge.
(Fig. 32).
Place washer between refrigerator door and middle hinge and re-attach Hinge Pin to Hinge Bracket with 1/4-in. socket wrench. NOTE: Bracket has been flipped, but Hinge
Pin stays in the same orientation with its hexagonal end
facing upward (Fig. 32).
Fig. 32
PlaceUpperHinge'sPininthetopoffreezerdoor
andlineuptheUpperHingewithholesintopof
refrigerator. Use the 3 bolts to replace Hinge (Fig. 35).
Fig. 35
Tighten bolts. Force-fit Top Hinge Cover over Top Hinge (Fig. 36).
Fig. 36
Replace cover from left side of refrigerator
top onto the right of top to cover the holes. Cover is also force-fitted (Fig. 37).
Bracket
Place Decorative Screw into outer hole on right side
of housing (Fig. 33).
Attach cover on the rightside. Coveris force-fitted (Fig. 33).
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REATTACHING FREEZER DOOR
Put freezer door down over the Hinge Pin on the Middle Hinge Pin Bracket (Fig. 34).
Fig. 34
Cover (on top of _----_----A_
After changing doors, make sure that the corners of the Door Gaskets are not folded over (see Fig. 38). To ensure a good seal, apply a small amount of silicon grease on the corners of gaskets.
Corners
Fig. 38
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LEVELING AND DOOR CLOSING
To avoid vibration, the unit must be leveled, if necessary,
adjust the Leveling Legs to compensate for unevenness
of the floor. The front should be slightly higher than the
rear to aid in door closing.
Your refrigerator has two Front Leveling Screws - one on the right and one on the left. if your refrigerator seems
unsteady or you want the doors to close more easily, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using the instructions below:
1. Plug refrigerator power cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet. Move the refrigerator into its final position.
2. Remove the base grill. See BASE GRILL
INSTRUCTIONS on page 8. The two Leveling Screws are located on the bottom of the refrigerator on either
side (see Fig. 39).
3. insert a flat screwdriver in slots to adjust the Leveling Screws (Fig. 39). Turn the leveling screw clockwise
to raise that side of the refrigerator or counterclockwise to lower it. it may take several turns of the Leveling
Screw to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some of the weight off the Leveling
Screws. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.
Fig. 39
DOOR ALIGNMENT
If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the instructions below to align the doors:
1. Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a flat head screwdriver and remove. Loosen the Top Hinge Bolts
using a 10mm or 13/32-in. socket wrench or
open-end wrench.
2. Have someone hold the freezer door so the space between the two doors is even, and retighten the top hinge bolts.
3. Replace the Top Hinge Cover.
4. Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close easily. If not, tilt the refrigerator
slightly more to the rear by turning both Leveling Screws clockwise. It may take several more turns,
and you should turn both Leveling Screws the same amount.
5. Replace the base grill.
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ENSURING PROPER AiR CiRCULATiON
In order to ensure proper temperatures, air must flow
between the refrigerator and freezer sections. As shown in the illustration below, cool air enters through the bottom of the freezer section and moves up. Most of the air then flows through the freezer section vents and recirculates
under the freezer floor. The rest of the air enters the refrigerator section through the top vent.
Do not block any of these vents with food packages. If the vents are blocked, airflow will be interrupted and
temperature and moisture problems may occur.
iMPORTANT."
Because air circulates between both sections, any odors
formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must thorougly clean both sections to eliminate odors.
To prevent odor transfer and drying out food, wrap or cover foods tightly. (See the Food Storage Guide section
for details.)
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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.
3. Let your refrigerator run for at least 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.
SETTING THE CONTROLS
Your refrigerator has two controls to regulate temperature, one in the freezer and one in the refrigerator.
REFRIGERATOR CONTROL
Initially set the Refrigerator Control on the middle setting, number 3. To do so, push the temperature adjust button until the number 3 LED light is lit up. Leave the refrigerator at this setting for 24 hours to reach correct temperature. After 24 hours, adjust the compartment temperature as desired. The higher the number, the colder the refrigerator compartment will become. Always wait 24 hours before adjusting temperature. If you go past the desired number, keep pushing the temperature adjust button until your desired number is lit up.
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COLDER
Note: If you close the refrigerator door forcefully, the freezer door may open and close again due to pressure from internal air flow.
FREEZER CONTROL
The freezer control should come from the factory set on the
middle setting, number 2. Wait 24 hours before adjusting
the temperature of the freezer compartment up or down. Turn the dial to set freezer temperature as desired.
ALWAYS wait 24 hours after any adjustment for unit to
reach desired temperature.
FREEZER
TEMPERATURE
O Cold
RECOMMENDED
I_1 Colder
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ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS
FOOD STORAGE GUIDE
Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before making final adjustments. It is best to wait 24 hours before doing this. The recommended settings mentioned in
SETTING THE CONTROLS section should be correct for normal household refrigerator use. The controls are set
correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.
The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance (refrigerator and freezer sections). The higher the number setting, the longer the compressor will run to keep the temperature colder. The freezer control adjusts the cold air flow from the freezer to the
refrigerator. Setting the freezer control to a lower temperature keeps more cold air in the freezer
compartment to make it colder. If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or
freezer, start by adjusting the refrigerator. Then wait 24 hours before checking the freezer temperature. If it is too warm or too cold, then adjust the freezer control.
Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between adjustments.
CONDITION/ RECOMMENDED REASON: ADJUSTMENT:
m REFRIGERATOR section too
warm
- Door opened often
- Large amount of food added
- Room temperature very warm
m FREEZER section too
warm/ice not made fast enough
- Door opened often
- Large amount of food added
- Very cold room temperature (Compressor doesn't cycle
often enough)
- Heavy ice usage
- Air vents blocked by items
Turn REFRIGERATOR control to next highest
number, wait 24 hours, then re-check
Turn FREEZER control to next highest number,
wait 24 hours, then re-check
Move items out of airstream
Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator. For dated products, check date code to
ensure freshness.
items How to
Keep opened butter in a covered dish or closed compartment. When storing an extra supply, wrap in freezer packaging and
freeze.
Cheese
Milk
Eggs
Fruit
Leafy vegetables
Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to use. Once
opened, rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
Wipe milk cartons. For best storage, place milk on interior
shelf, not on door shelf.
Store in original carton or Egg Box (on certain models) on interior shelf,
not on door shelf.
Wash, let dry, and store in refrigerator in plastic bags or in
the crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until you are ready to use them. Sort and keep berries in their original container in a crisper, or store in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator
shelf.
Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off bruised and discolored
areas. Wash in cold water and drain. Place in plastic bag or
plastic container and store in crisper.
m REFRIGERATOR section too
cold
- Controls not set correctly for your conditions
m FREEZER section too cold
- Controls not set correctly for your conditions
Set REFRIGERATOR control to nextlower number, wait24 hours,
then re-check
Set FREEZER control to next lower number, wait
24 hours, then re-check
Vegetables with _ Place in plastic bags or plastic skins (carrots, container and store in crisper.
peppers)
Fish
Leftovers
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P,-Use fresh fish and shellfish the
same day purchased.
Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Plastic
containers with tight lids can also be used.
STORING FROZEN FOOD
NOTE: For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or a
reliable cookbook.
Packaging
Successful freezing depends on correct packaging. Close and seal packages so no air or moisture can pass in or out. If it does, you could have food odor and taste transferred throughout the refrigerator and freezer, and food in freezer package could dry out.
Packaging recommendations:
Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids
Straight-sided canning/freezing jars
Heavy-duty aluminum foil
Plastic-coated paper
Non-permeable plastic wraps
Specified freezer-grade self-sealing plastic bags
Follow package or container instructions for proper
freezing methods.
Freezing
Your freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of food. Do not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 Ibs of food per cubic foot of freezer space). Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around packages. Be careful to leave enough room at the front so the door can close tightly.
Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of food, the type of packaging or wrap used (airtight and
moisture-proof) and the storage temperature. Ice crystals
inside a sealed package are normal. This simply means that moisture in the food and air inside the package has condensed, creating ice crystals.
NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then package and freeze. Cooling hot foods
before freezing saves energy.
Do not use
Bread wrappers
Non-polyethylene plastic containers
Containers without tight lids
Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap
Thin, semi-permeable wrap
Y_CAUTION: Do not keep beverage cans or plastic beverage
containers in the freezer compartment. They may break if they freeze.
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REFRIGERATOR SHELVES
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. All the shelves in this unit
are glass. Storing similar food items together inyour refrigerator and
adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will make finding the exact item you want easier; it will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open, saving energy.
iMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm water when they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as
bumping. For your protection, glass shelves are made with tempered glass, which will shatter into small pebble-
sized pieces.
NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when
removing them to avoid dropping them.
Adjustable Shelves
Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace
shelves in the position you want.
To remove a shelf= Tilt the front of the shelf upward and pull it out.
To replace a shelf =_lt the front of the shelf up and place the shelf hooks into metal slots at desired position.
Then lower the front of the shelf to secure the hooks in the slots.
NOTE: Make sure that shelves are level from one side to
the other. Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or spilling food.
Slide Out Shelves (On Some Models)
You can slide some glass shelves in and out of your refrigerator as follows.
To slide the shelf out, carefully pull front of shelf toward you.
, To slide shelf in, push shelf in until it stops.
SNACK DRAWER (On Some Models)
To remove the snack drawer:
Hold drawer by handle, pull forward to drawer stop, lift up and pull out.
To replace snack drawer, slide back in fully past the drawer stop.
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CRISPER AND CRISPER COVER
CRISPER HUMiDiTY CONTROL
To remove the crisper:
1. Pullcrisper drawer out to drawer stop.
2. Lift the drawer up and toward you to pull out and remove.
3. To replace crisper, slide back in fully past the drawer stop.
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To remove crisper glass:
1. Remove crisper drawers.
2. To remove glass above crispers, reach in under the glass and lift up.
3. Pull glass up and out.
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture- sealed crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between
_Z_ and <_.
%:_ilets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits.
<_keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.
Humidity Control
To control the humidity in the crisper compartments,
move the slide above each crisper up (more moisture)
or down (less moisture)
SNAP=ON DOOR RACKS
The door racks may be removed for easier cleaning.
Door racks are in both the refrigerator and the freezer.
The door racks are force-fitted with tabs and slots.
To remove the crisper cover:
1. Remove both crisper drawers.
2. While holding the center crisper cover support in place, pull the cover up and out.
Snap-On Door Racks To remove door racks:
1. Remove all items from the door rack.
2. Push sides of rack together while lifting up. Rack will lift out.
To replace the racks:
1. Hold door rack ends with both hands tilted slightly
downward and push together slightly while fitting tabs on rack into slots in door. Force-fit into place.
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DOOR BiNS
ICE TRAY (On Some Models)
The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and
adjusting. They have slots in the sides which fit into support slots placed at intervals on refrigerator door.
1. To remove a bin, lift the bin up until it clears the support slots and lift out.
2. To replace a bin, push into door and down onto a set of support slots at the desired level.
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DAIRY BIN,
CAN RACK (On Some Models)
Icemaking
Pour water to the level indicated in the picture.
Do not overfill with water, or ice cubes will be difficult
to remove.
, For quick freeze, adjust the
freezer dial to 3.
To remove ice cubes, twist the tray.
so may result in damage to the tray.
Do not bond the ice tray. Doing __
To remove ice cubes easily, pour water on the back of the
removing ice cubes.
taosoatnwateoe
The diary bin/can rack can be relocated to
another position.
1. To remove the dairy bin / can rack simply liftup and pull out.
2. To replace the bin, slide it in above the
desired support slots and push down until it stops.
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Dairy Bin Can Rack
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ExplosionHazard
Usenon-flammablecleaner. Failuretodosocanresultin death, explosion or fire.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors. Wipe up spills immediately.
GENERAL CLEANING TIPS
Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
DOOR LINERS AND GASKETS
Do not use cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic
parts. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly.
PLASTIC PARTS (covers and panels)
Do not use paper towels, window sprays, abrasive
cleansers or flammable fluids. These can scratch or damage the material. Use a clean sponge or soft
cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Wash, rinse and dry al! surfaces thoroughly.
BACK COVER
Remove all removable parts, such as shelves, crispers, etc.
- To clean shelves, bins and other removable parts, use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent
in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly.
When finished cleaning, don't forget to plug in or
reconnect power.
OUTSIDE
Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps provide rust protection. Do not wax plastic parts. Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year using appliance wax (or auto paste wax) Apply wax with a clean soft cloth.
Do Not use wax on stainless steel exteriors. Use a product specially designed for polishing stainless
steel appliances, or clean with a soft cloth or clean sponge and a mild detergent dissolved in warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
NOTE: Avoid door surface contact with chemical products that contain Phosphate or Chlorine.
INSIDE WALLS (allow freezer to warm up so cloth won't stick)
To help remove odors, you can wash the inside of the refrigerator and freezer with a mixture of baking soda and warm water. Mix 2 tablespoons baking soda to
1 quart of water (26 g soda to 1 liter water.) Be sure the
baking soda completely dissolves so it does not scratch the surfaces 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.
NOTE: Back cover should only be removed by a
qualified technician.
Clean the vents on the back cover. Use a vacuum cleaner
with the brush attachment, at least twice a year to keep
your refrigerator working efficiently.
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT
Electrical Shock Hazard
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker
or fuse box.
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape and wattage.
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Tochange the refrigerator light:
1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet.
2. Remove refrigerator shelves.
3. Light shield is force fitted and has plastic tabs on each side and a tab in the front. Release the tabs
on each side of light shield and push shield toward rear of refrigerator and remove.
4. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove.
5. Replace a burned-out light bulb with a new 40watt bulb, turning itclockwise.
6. To replace light shield, position front tab into slot and
carefully force-fit side tabs into slots.
7. Replace the refrigerator shelves.
8. Plug the power cord intothe oulet.
POWER iNTERRUPTiONS
1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep all refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay
cold and frozen.
2. If the power will be out for more than 24 hours: a) Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker.
OR b) Place 2 Ibs. (ca 1kg) of dry ice in the freezer for every
cubic foot (28 L) of freezer space. This will keep the food frozen for two to four days. While handling dry ice, wear gloves to protect your hands from frostbite.
DO NOTrefreezefrozenfoodswhichhavethawedcompletely.
TheUnitedStatesDepartmentofAgricultureinHomeand GardenBulletinNo.69says:
.,.Youmaysafelyrefreezefrozenfoodsthathavethawedifthey
still containicecrystalsoriftheyarestillcold-below 4°0.
...Thawedgroundmeats,poultryorfish thathaveanyoff-odor
or off-colorshouldnotbe refrozenandshouldnotbeeaten. Thawedicecreamshouldbediscarded.Ifthe odororcolorof
anyfoodis poororquestionable,disposeof it.The foodmay
bedangeroustoeat. Evenpartialthawingandrefreezingreducestheeatingquality
offoods,particularlyfruits,vegetablesandpreparedfoods.The eatingqualityof redmeatsisaffectedlessthanthatof many
otherfoods. Userefrozenfoodsassoonaspossibleto saveas
muchoftheirqualityasyoucan.
WHEN YOU GO ON VACATION
If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you are away,
follow these steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave.
1. Use up any perishables andfreeze other items.
2. Emptythe icebin.
3.Turn off the Icemaker. NOTE: Ifthe ambient temperature will drop below freezing, have a qualified servicetechnician drain
the water supply system (on some models) to prevent serious
property damage dueto possible flooding from rupturedwater linesor connections.
If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave,
follow these steps.
1. Remove all food fromthe refrigerator and empty ice bin.
2. Unplug refrigerator.
3. Clean refrigerator,wipe, and drywell.
4.Tape rubber orwood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop
them open far enough for air to get in.This stops odor and
moldfrom building up.
Suffocation Hazard
When using dry ice, provide adequate ventilation.
Dry ice is frozen carbon dioxide (CO2). When it
vaporizes, it can displace oxygen, causing dizziness,
light-headedness, unconsciousness and death by suffocation. Open a window and do not breathe
the vapors.
OR c) If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available,
consume or dispose of food at once.
REMEMBER: In a power failure, a full freezer stays cold longer than a partially filled one. A freezer full of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked
goods. If you see that food contains ice crystals, it may
be safely refrozen, although the quality and flavor may be affected. If the condition of the food is poor, or if you
feel it is unsafe, dispose of it.
WHEN YOU MOVE
When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home,
follow these steps to prepare it for the move.
1. Remove all food fromthe refrigerator and pack allfrozen food in dry ice.
2, Unplug refrigerator.
3. Clean refrigerator,wipe, and drywell.
4. Emptywater fromthe defrost pan.
5. Clean, wipe and drythoroughly.
6.Take out all removable parts, wrap themwell and tape them
together so they don't shift and rattle during the move. Referto
sections in Using your Refrigerator for removal instructions.
7. Dependingon the model, raisethe front of the refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw inthe leveling legs all the way so they don'tscrape the floor. See the LEVELING AND DOOR
CLOSING section.
8.Tape the doorsshut and tape the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet.
Whenyou get to your new home, put everything back and refer to
the REFRIGERATION INSTALLATION section for setup instructions.
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Personal injury Hazard
Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that releases the cubes. DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.
The icemaker will begin to operate when it lowers to freezing temperature.
NOTE: Automatic Ice Maker feature is included only in
certain models. Other models are Ice Maker ready.
Please check your product specifications.
OPERATION iNSTRUCTIONS A newly-installed refrigerator may take
12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.
When the bin fills to the level of the Automatic Shut Off Arm, the icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is normal for several cubes to be stuck together. If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will become
cloudy, taste stale, and shrink.
NOTE: If the cube size is smaller or larger than you expected, you can regulate the size with the cube size
button. Every time you press the cube size button, the indicator
moves up one light. The higher the light position, the larger the cubes will be. Pressing at highest position returns indicator to lowest position.
WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER
POWER SWITCH TO O (OFF)
When the water supply will be shut off for several hours. When the ice storage bin is removed for more than a
minute or two.
Icemaker
Automatic
Shut Off Arm
Cube Size Power Switch
Indicator Light Cube Size
Select Button
The icemaker will produce eight cubes per cycle--- approximately 100-130 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other operating conditions.
If the refrigerator is used before the water connection is made to the icemaker, set the icemaker's power switch to
O (off). When the refrigerator has been connected to the water
supply, set the power switch to I (on).
When the refrigerator will not be used for several days.
NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
The icemaker water valve will buzz as the icemaker fills with water. If the power switch is in the I (on) position, it
will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water. To stop the buzzing, move the power switch to O (off).
NOTE: Keeping the power switch in the I (on) position before the water line is connected can damage the
icemaker. You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the bin
and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills.
The icemaker will begin to operate when it lowers to freezing temperature. A newly-installed refrigerator may
take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes. Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water
line to clear. Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the
Automatic Shut Off Arm.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
This water line installation is not warranted by the
refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive
water damage. Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house
plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply
line to the refrigerator.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up the water line to the hot water supply.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is in the O (off)
position.
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatures fall below freezing. When using any electrical device (such as a power drill)
during installation, be sure the device is double-insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock, or is battery-powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.
NOTE: Wear eye protection.
If your existing copper water line has a flared fitting at the end, you will need an adapter (available at plumbing supply stores) to
connect the water line to the refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use
a compression fitting. Shutoff valve to connect to
the cold water line. The
shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a minimum inside diameter of 5/32" at
the point of connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are
included in many water supply kits. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes.
NOTE: Self Piercing Saddle Type Water Valve should not be used.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used
drinking water line.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Copper Tubing, 1/4" outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the water supply. Be sure both
ends of the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: Measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8 feet
(2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10" [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from the
wall after installation.
A cold water supply. The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p.s.i, on models without a water
filter and between 40 and 120 p.s.i, on models with a water filter.
Power drill.
1/2" or adjustable wrench.
Fiat head= and Phillips- screwdrivers.
Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and
2 ferrules (sleeves) to
connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the
refrigerator water valve.
1. SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the line.
2. CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location for the valve that
is easily accessible. It is best to
connect into the side of a vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to connect into a horizontal water pipe,
make the connection to the top or
side, rather than at the bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water pipe.
3. DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill a 1/4" hole in the water
pipe using a sharp bit. Remove any burrs resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe. Take care
not to allow water to drain into
the drill.
Failure to drill a 1/4" hole may result in reduced ice production or smaller cubes.
NOTE: The hookup line cannot be white, plastic
tubing. Licensed plumbers must use only copper tubing NDA tubing #49595 or 49599 or Cross Link
Polyethylene(PEX) tubing.
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iNSTALLATiON iNSTRUCTiONS
7. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE
(CONTINUED)
4. FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with
the pipe clamp.
Pipe Clamp --x_ k
Saddle-Type ,_
ShutoffValve
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed plumber.
5. TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer
begins to swell. NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush the tubing.
Pipe Clamp __ I Inlet End
Clamp Screw --_=._
Vertical Cold Water Pipe
Washer
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve. Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression
nut securely.
Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve _
Compression Nut
Packing Nut
Outlet Valve
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumber.
8. FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water supply on
and flush out the tubing until the water is clear.
Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart of
water has been flushed through the tubing.
_rrule (sleeve)
6. ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or
floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet)
as close to the wall as possible. NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about
8 feet coiled into 3 turns of about 10" diameter) to
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation.
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9. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR
10. TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE
NOTE:
Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into
the wall outlet.
If your refrigerator does not have a water filter, we recommend installing one if your water supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen of the refrigerator's water valve. Install the filter in the water line near the refrigerator.
1. Remove the plastic flexible cap from the water valve.
2. Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto
the end of the tubing as shown.
3. Insert the end of the copper tubing into the
connection as far as possible. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.
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_. CAUTION: Check to see if leaks occur at water line
connections.
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Tighten any connections that leak. Reattach the compressor compartment access cover.
11. PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate
against the back of the refrigerator or against the
wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall.
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%
1/4 "Tubing
Tubing Cla_
P_ CAUTION: Check to see if water dripping occurs at
water line connections.
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Refrigerator Connection
12. START THE ICEIVlAKER
Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position.
The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches
its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C) or below. It
will then begin operation automatically if the
icemaker power switch is in the I (on) position.
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UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn't make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces, like the floor, walls and cabinets, can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are. The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them.
The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends. The thermostat control (or
refrigerator control, depending on the model) will also click when cycling on and off.
Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the water line or items stored on top of the refrigerator.
Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to
keep your food items at the desired temperature. The high efficiency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run longer than your old one, but it will
take less energy to run. You may hear a pulsating or
high-pitched sound.
You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.
As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.
Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a popping noise.
Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound.
You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan.
REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT OPERATE
Check if...
The power supply cord is unplugged. A household fuse has blown or circuit
breaker tripped.
The control panel lights are blinking sequentially (1-2-3-4-5):
You may hear water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle.
Then...
Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
The refrigerator control has been put into the store Demo
(Demonstration) Mode.
To exit the Demo Mode:
1. Open both the refrigerator and freezer doors.
2. Push in both door switches and at the same time press and hold the Temperature Adjust button
for 5 seconds.
Door switches
Temp. Adjust Button
Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle. Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.
VIBRATION OR RATTLING NOISE
Check if...
I The refrigerator is not resting solidly on
the floor.
Then.,,
Floor isweak or uneven or leveling legs need adjusting.
See LEVELING AND DOOR CLOSING section.
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