Kenmore 79571312313, 79571312314, 79571313313, 79571313314, 79571314313 Owner’s Manual

Use & Care Guide

Manual de Uso y Cuidado

Models/Modelos: 795.7131*

Bottom Freezer Refrigerator

Congelador Inferior Refrigerador

* = color number, número de color

P/N MFL67851501-4

Sears Brands Management Corporation

Ho man Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.kenmore.com

Sears Canada Inc.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3

www.sears.ca

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty..............................................................	3
Product Record..................................................	4
Important Safety Instructions ......................	5-7
Electrical & Grounding Requirements...........	7
Parts and Features.............................................	8
Refrigerator Installation..............................	9-16
Unpacking Your Refrigerator..........................	9
Installation.......................................................	10
Removing/Replacing Your Refrigerator and
Freezer Handles, Doors and Drawers......	11-15
Leveling and Door Alignment ......................	16
Using Your Refrigerator ............................	17-24
Setting the Controls ..................................	17-18
Automatic Icemaker......................................	19
Food Storage Guide ....................................	20
Refrigerator Section
Refrigerator Shelves.......................................	21
Humidity Controlled Crisper........................	22
Pantry Drawer...................................................	22
Dairy Bin ...........................................................	23
Door Bins ..........................................................	23

Freezer Section
Ice Bin .............................................................	24
Durabase .......................................................	24
Durabase Divider..........................................	24
Pullout Drawer ...............................................	24
Care And Cleaning ...................................	25-29
General Cleaning Tips ................................	25
Outside ...........................................................	25
Inside Walls ...................................................	25
Door Liner And Gaskets...............................	25
Plastic Parts....................................................	25
Condenser Coils.............................................	25
Light Replacement ........................................	26
Power Interruptions .......................................	26
When You Go On Vacation........................	26
When You Move............................................	26
Connecting the Water Line ......................	27-29
Troubleshooting Guide.............................	30-35
DiagnosticsTM ............................................	36
Service ...............................................	Back Cover

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WARRANTY

REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY

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Kenmore Limited Warranty

FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against defects in material or workmanship when it is correctly installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions.

WITH PROOF OF SALE, a defective appliance will receive free repair or replacement at option of seller.

For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the web page: www.kenmore.com/warranty This warranty applies for only 90 DAYS from the sale date in the United States, and is void in Canada, 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 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 or Canada*.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

* In-home repair service is not available in all Canadian geographical areas, nor will this warranty cover user or servicer travel and transportation expenses if this product is located in a remote area (as defined by Sears Canada Inc.) where an authorized servicer is not available.

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Ho man Estates, IL 60179

Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3

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PRODUCT RECORD

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 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

WARNING

CAUTION

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.

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

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.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, 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 firmly 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. Doing so could cause electric shock or fire.

•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 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 fingers 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 qualified technician.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING

	• Before replacing a burned-out or broken light bulb,	• DO NOT touch the automatic ice making mechanism
	unplug the refrigerator or turn o power at the circuit	while the refrigerator is plugged in.
	breaker or fuse box in order to avoid contact with a live	• DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed
	wire filament. (A burned-out light bulb may break when
		completely. The United States Department of
	being replaced, exposing the wire filament.)	Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:
	NOTE: Some models have LED interior lighting, and	…You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have
		thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are
	service should be performed by a qualified technician.
		still cold—below 39°F (4°C).
	WARNING: Setting either or both controls to the OFF
		…Thawed ground meats, poultry or fish that have any
	position does not remove power to the light circuit.
		o -odor or o -color should not be refrozen and should
	• When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to	not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be discarded.
	the electrical source and reset the controls (Thermostat,	If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable,
		dispose of it. The food may be dangerous to eat.
	Refrigerator Control, and or Freezer Control, depending
	on the model) to the desired setting.	Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the
	• This refrigerator must be properly installed in	eating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables
		and prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats
	accordance with the Attention Installer Instructions that
		is a ected less than that of many other foods. Use
	were taped to the front of the refrigerator.	refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of
	• After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the	their quality as you can.
	cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands
	are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to the extremely cold
	surfaces.

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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 su ocation).

BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY

YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR

OR FREEZER:

•Take o 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 (chlorofluorocarbons or hydrochlorofluorocarbons). 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.

If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified technician. If you intentionally release

refrigerant, you may be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation.

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 qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

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 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 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.

USE OF EXTENSION CORDS

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 ULlisted (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.

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PARTS AND FEATURES

A
	N
B
C	M
D
E
F
G	L
H	K
I	J

Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator.

NOTE: This guide covers several di erent 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.

A	Temperature Control	I	Durabase Divider
B	Refrigerator Light	J	Durabase
C	Refrigerator Shelves	K	Pull Out Drawer
D	Humidity Controlled Crispers	L	Freezer Light
E	Pantry	M	Door Bins
F	Articulating Mullion	N	Dairy Bin

GIce Maker

HIce Bin

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

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 YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before using. Please remove vinyl from doors before connecting unit to the electrical supply (on some models). Do not remove any warning type labels, the model and serial number label, or the Tech Sheet that is located under the front 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.

Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position. Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs.

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard:

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.

WARNING

Explosion Hazard:

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

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

PRIOR TO USE

1.Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe o all dust that 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.Allow your refrigerator to run for at least two to three 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.

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 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.

WARNING

Shock Hazard:

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the refrigerator in a wet or damp area.

INSTALLATION (continued)

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 floor. The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing. Leveling legs can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the leveling legs clockwise to raise the unit or counterclockwise to lower it. (See LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT.)

NOTE: Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, a platform or weakly supported structure is not recommended.

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, cooling ability may be adversely a ected.

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 on models without a water filter and between 40 and 120 psi on models with a water filter.

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.

5.If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (2.8 kgf/cm2 ~ 4.2 kgf/cm2, less than 2.0~3.0 sec. to fill a cup of 7 oz capacity).

Please refer to Connecting the Water Line section for more information on a reverse osmosis filtration system.

(5.082” (5cm08). 2”

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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.

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Loosen the set screws with a 3/32 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.

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HOW TO REPLACE REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE

NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from the illustrations on this page.

Replacing the Refrigerator Door Handle

Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws with a 3/32 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.

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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 FREEZER DOOR HANDLE

NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from the illustrations on this page.

Removing the Freezer Drawer Handle

Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the handle with a ⅛ in. (3.1 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.

HOW TO REPLACE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE

NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from the illustrations on this page.

Replacing the Freezer Drawer Handle

Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws with a ⅛ in. (3.1 mm) Allen wrench.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or removed, use a ¼ in. (6.4 mm) Allen wrench.

WARNING

When assembling or disassembing the handle:

•Grasp the handle firmly to ensure it will not drop or cause injury.

•Prevent the handle from swinging toward nearby people or animals.

•Insert the bracket hole of the handle into the stopper bolt of the door exactly, then assemble the set screws to fix the handle in place.

•Check for any gap between the door and handle after the handle is fixed in place.

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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.

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

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

To remove the left refrigerator door:

CAUTION: Before you begin, remove food and bins from the doors.

1.Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screws (1).

2.Lift up the cover (2) and remove it.

3.Disconnect the wire harness (3).

4.Remove the grounding screw (4).

5.Remove the three bolts (5) using a 10mm socket wrench. Lift o the top hinge (6).

CAUTION: When lifting the hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forward.

6.Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door.

7.Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching surface.

(1)

(2)

To remove the right refrigerator door:

1.Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screws (7).

2.Lift up the cover (8) and remove it.

3.Remove the three bolts (9) using a 10mm socket wrench. Lift o the top hinge (10)

CAUTION: When lifting the hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forward.

4.Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door.

5.Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching surface.

(7)

(8)

(4) (6)	(3)	(10)
(5)		(9)

	middle	middle
	hinge pin
		hinge pin

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Reinstalling the Refrigerator Door

Right Door (install right door first)

1. Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin.

Left Door

1. Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin.

middle	middle
hinge pin	hinge pin

2.Align the door with the cabinet.

3.Line up the holes in the top hinge with the holes in the top of the refrigerator. Insert and tighten the three bolts in the hinge.

4.Replace the hinge cover (1). Insert and tighten the cover screws (2).

(2)	(2)

(1)

2.Align the door with the cabinet.

3.Line up the holes in the top hinge with the holes in the top of the refrigerator. Insert and tighten the three bolts in the hinge. (Wire harness not shown for clarity.)

4.Replace the grounding screw (3).

5.Reconnect the wire harness (4).

6.Replace the hinge cover (5). Insert and tighten the cover screws (6).

(6)

(5)

(3)

(4)

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HOW TO REMOVE THE FREEZER DRAWER

WARNING: Use two or more people to remove and install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

CAUTION: Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. The handle may come o , causing personal injury.

NOTE: In the following figures, the Pullout Drawer located above the freezer drawer is not shown for clarity.

Pull the drawer open to full extension. Remove the lower basket 1 by lifting the basket from the rail system.

1

Remove the screw 2 from the rail on both sides.

2

Grasp the drawer on each side and pull it up to separate it from the rails.

Using two hands, slide both bars in simultaneously.

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

HOW TO INSTALL THE FREEZER DRAWER

Pull out each rail to full extension.

Grasp the drawer on each side and hook door

supports 1	into the rail tabs 2 located on both
sides.	1

2

Lower the door into its final position and tighten the screws 3 located on both sides.

3

With the drawer pulled out to full extension, insert the lower basket 4 in the rail assembly.

4

WARNING: If the Durabase divider is removed, there is enough open space for children or pets to crawl inside. To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or su ocation risk, DO NOT allow them to touch or go near the freezer drawer.

WARNING: DO NOT step or sit down on the freezer drawer.

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT

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: 11/16” (18mm) wrench or flat blade screwdriver, and level.

1.Turn the leveling leg counterclockwise (to the left) to raise that side of the refrigerator or clockwise (to the right) to lower it. It may take several turns of the leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.

NOTE: Having someone push backward against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight o of the leveling legs. This makes it easier to adjust the legs.

Place a level on top of the cabinet to check if the refrigerator is level from side to side.

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 (to the left). It may take several more turns, and you should turn both leveling legs the same amount.

NOTE: Your refrigerator is uniquely designed with two fresh food doors. Either door can be opened or closed independently of the other. You may have to exert slight pressure on the doors to get them to close completely.

Door Alignment

If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the instructions below to align the doors.

1.With one hand, lift up the door that you would like to raise at the middle hinge.

2.With your other hand, use pliers to insert a snap ring as shown.

3.Insert additional snap rings until the doors are aligned. (Three snap rings are provided with the refrigerator in the Use & Care Guide packet.)

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

SETTING THE CONTROLS

The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance (refrigerator and freezer sections). The colder the 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.

Airflow

Cold air circulates from the freezer to the fresh food section and back again through air vents in the wall

dividing the two sections. Be sure not to block vents while packing your refrigerator. Doing so will restrict airflow

and may cause the refrigerator temperature to become too warm or cause interior moisture buildup. (See the air flow diagram below.)

Temperature

•The Refrigerator Temp. Control ranges from 33°F to 46°F (0°C to 8°C). Press the Refrigerator Temp button to cycle through the available temperature settings one increment at a time.

•The Freezer Temp. Control range is from -6°F to 8°F (-21°C to -13°C). Press the Freezer Temp button to cycle through the available temperature settings one increment at a time.

NOTE: When changing control settings, wait 24 hours before making additional adjustments. The controls are set

correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you would like and when ice cream is firm. If the temperature in either

compartment is too cold or too warm, change the setting one increment at a time. Wait 24 hours for the change to stabilize before adjusting again.

Temperature Mode Switch Function (°F <->°C)

If you want to convert °F to °C or vice versa, press and hold the Freezer Temp and Refrigerator Temp buttons at the same time for approximately five seconds.

Accela Ice

•When you press the Accela Ice button, the LED will

illuminate in the display and will continue for 24 hours. The function will automatically shut o after 24 hours.

•You can stop this function manually by pressing the button one more time.

•This function increases both ice making and freezing capabilities.

Door Alarm

•When power is connected to the refrigerator, the door alarm is initially set to ON. When you press the Door Alarm button, the display will change to OFF and the Door Alarm function will deactivate.

•When either the refrigerator or the freezer door is left open for more than 60 seconds, the alarm tone will sound to let you know that the door is open.

•When you close the door, the door alarm will stop.

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Articulating Mullion

This feature is a metal strip attached to the left door that articulates (rotates) 90 degrees as the door is closed, forming a mullion (base) for the left and right door gaskets to seal against.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of scratching the door or breaking the door mullion, please make sure that the refrigerator door mullion is always folded in.

Demo Mode (For Store Use Only)

Demo Mode disables all cooling in the refrigerator and freezer sections to conserve energy while on display in a retail store. When activated, OFF will display on the control panel.

To deactivate:

With either refrigerator door opened, press and hold the

Refrigerator Temp. and Accela Ice buttons at the same

time for five seconds. The control panel will beep and the temperature settings will display to confirm that Demo

Mode is deactivated. Use the same procedure to activate

Demo Mode.

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AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER

The icemaker will produce approximately 70-210 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other operating conditions.

•It takes about 12 to 24 hours for a newly installed refrigerator to begin making ice. Wait 72 hours for full ice production to occur.

•Ice making stops when the in-door ice bin is full. When full, the in-door ice bin holds approximately 6-8 (12-16 oz) glasses of ice.

•To turn o the automatic icemaker, set the icemaker switch to OFF (O). To turn on the automatic icemaker, set the switch to ON (I).

•The water pressure must be between 20 and

120 psi on models without a water filter and between 40 and 120 psi on models with a water filter to produce the normal amount and size of

ice cubes.

•Foreign substances or frost on the ice-detecting sensor can interrupt ice production. Make sure the sensor area is clean at all times for proper operation.

CAUTION

•The first ice produced after installation may include particles or odor from the water supply line or the water tank. Throw away the first few batches of ice (about 24 cubes). This is also necessary if the refrigerator has not been used for a long time.

•If discolored ice is produced, check the water supply. If the problem continues, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Do not use the ice or water until the problem is corrected.

•Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the Automatic Shut O Arm.

•When the bin fills to the level of the Automatic Shut O Arm, the icemaker will stop producing ice.

•It is normal for some cubes to be stuck together.

•If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will become cloudy, tase stale, and shrink.

•Never store beverage cans or other items in the ice bin for the purpose of rapid cooling. Doing so may damage the icemaker or the containers may burst.

•Never use thin crystal glass or crockery to collect ice. Such containers may chip or break resulting in glass fragments in the ice.

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

WARNING

Personal Injury Hazard

DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.

Automatic	Power Switch
Shut Oç Arm

WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER

POWER SWITCH TO OFF (O)

•When the water supply will be shut o for several hours.

•When the ice bin is removed for more than one or two minutes.

•When the refrigerator will not be used for several days.

NOTE: The ice bin should be emptied when the icemaker ON/OFF switch is turned to the OFF position.

NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR

•The icemaker water valve will buzz as the icemaker fills with water. If the power switch is in the ON (I) position, it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water. To stop the buzzing, move the power switch to

OFF (O).

NOTE: Keeping the power switch in the ON (I) 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.

PREPARING FOR VACATION

Set the icemaker power switch to OFF (O) and shut o the water supply to the refrigerator.

NOTE: The ice bin should be emptied anytime the icemaker ON/OFF switch is turned to the OFF (O) position.

If the ambient temperature will drop below freezing, have a qualified technician drain the water supply system to prevent serious property damage due to flooding caused by ruptured water lines or connections.

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

FOOD STORAGE GUIDE

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
Butter or	Keep opened butter in a covered
margarine	dish or closed compartment.
	When storing an extra supply,
	wrap in freezer packaging and
	freeze.
Cheese	Store in the original wrapping
	until you are ready to use it. Once
	opened, rewrap tightly in plastic
	wrap or aluminum foil.
Milk	Wipe milk cartons. For best
	storage, place milk on interior
	shelf, not on door shelf.
Eggs	Store in original carton on interior
	shelf, not on door shelf.
Fruit	Do not wash or hull the fruit
	until you are ready to use it.
	Sort and keep fruit in its original
	container, in a crisper, or store in a
	completely closed paper bag on a
	refrigerator shelf.
Leafy	Remove store wrapping and trim
vegetables	or tear o bruised and discolored
	areas. Wash in cold water and
	drain. Place in plastic bag or
	plastic container and store in
	crisper.
Vegetables	Place in plastic bags or plastic
with skins	container and store in crisper.
(carrots,
peppers)
Fish	Store fresh fish and shellfish in
	the freezer section if they are not
	being consumed the same day
	of purchase. Use fresh fish and
	shellfish the same day purchased.
Leftovers	Cover leftovers with plastic wrap
	or aluminum foil, or store in plastic
	containers with tight lids.

STORING FROZEN FOOD

NOTE: Check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook for further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times.

Freezing

Your freezer will not quick-freeze a 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 lbs. 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 (how 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 have 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.

Packaging

Successful freezing depends on correct packaging. When you close and seal the package, it must not allow air or moisture in or out. If it does, you could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and could also dry out frozen food.

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.

Do not use:

•Bread wrappers

•Non-polyethylene plastic containers

•Containers without tight lids

•Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap

•Thin, semi-permeable wrap

CAUTION: Do not keep beverage cans or plastic food containers in the freezer compartment. They may break or burst if they freeze.

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REFRIGERATOR SHELVES

The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. Your model may have full or split shelves.

Adjusting the shelves to fit di erent heights of items will make finding the exact item you want easier. Doing so will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open which will save energy.

IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm water while they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact.

NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when removing them.

Adjusting Shelves (Split Shelf)

Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace shelves in the position you want.

To remove a shelf—Tilt up the front of the shelf 1 and lift it 2 . Pull the shelf out.

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

To reinstall a shelf—Tilt the front of the shelf up and guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height 3 . Then, lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop into the slots 4 .

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4

CAUTION:

•Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other.

•Make sure that the shelf stopper is completely inserted between the wall ribs.

•Make sure that hooks are inserted in the correct position. (Left shelf to left hole, right shelf to right hole only.)

Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or spilling food.

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER

The crispers provide fresher tasting fruit and vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the drawer.

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisturesealed crispers by adjusting the control to any setting between VEGETABLE and FRUIT.

•VEGETABLE keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

•FRUIT lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruit.

To remove the glass

1.Lift up the glass under the crisper cover.

2.Pull the glass up and out.

NOTE: Pantry drawer not shown for clarity.

Fruit Vegetable

Vegetable Fruit

REMOVING THE HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER

1.To remove, pull the drawer out to full extension.

2.Lift the front of the crisper up, then pull it straight out.

3.To install, slightly tilt up the front, insert the drawer into the frame and push it back into place.

PANTRY DRAWER

This drawer can be used for large party trays, deli items and beverages. (Do not use this drawer for vegetables or items that require high humidity.)

Pull forward to open. Lift slightly and pull out to remove.

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DAIRY BIN

1.To remove the dairy bin, simply lift it and pull straight out.

2.To replace the dairy bin, slide it above the desired location and push down until it stops.

DOOR BINS

The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjustment.

1.To remove the bin, simply lift the bin up and pull straight out.

2.To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired support and push down until it snaps into place.

NOTE: Some bins may vary in appearance and will only fit in one location.

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

FREEZER SECTION

ICE BIN

1.Pull the Freezer Drawer and the Pullout Drawer out as far as possible to remove the Extra Ice Bin.

2.Gently lift and pull out the ice bin.

3.To replace, pull both drawers out as far as possible, and set the bin in its correct position in the Pullout Drawer. Close the Pullout Drawer and then the Freezer Drawer.

Pullout Drawer

Extra Ice Bin

CAUTION: Pinch hazard! Keep hands and feet clear of the bottom of the freezer drawer when opening and closing.

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