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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 Grille

Removing and Replacing Doors

Reversing Doors

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Door Racks

Door Bins

Dairy Bin/Can Rack

Ice Tray

Filter

Care and Cleaning

General Cleaning Tips

Outside

Inside Walls

Door Liner and Gaskets

Plastic Parts

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Leveling and Door Closing/
Door Alignment

Using Your Refrigerator

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation

Setting the Controls

Water Dispenser

Food Storage Guide

Storing Frozen Food

Refrigerator Shelves

Snack Drawer

Crisper and Crisper Cover

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Back Cover

Light Bulb Replacement

Power Interruptions

When you go on vacations

When you move

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 instructions supplied 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 limitedwarranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied

warranties, includingwarranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year orthe

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 limitationson 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

Master Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new
Kenmor# _ product is designed and manufactured for years
of dependable operation. But like all products, it may
require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time.
That's when having a Master Protection Agreement can
save you money and aggravation.

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

[] Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating

properly under normal use, not just defects. Our
coverage goes well beyond the product warranty. No

deductibles, no functional failure excluded from
coverage = real protection.

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

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

[] Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as

often as you want us, whenever you want us.

[] "No-lemon" guarantee- replacement of your covered

product if four or more product failures occur within
twelve months.

[] Product replacement if your covered product can't be

Fixed.

[] Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your

Request =no extra charge.

[] Fast help by phone = we cal! it Rapid Resolution =

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

[] Power surge protection against electrical damage due

to power fluctuations.

[] $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food

spoilage that isthe 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

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

The Master Protection Agreement isa risk free purchase.

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

Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!

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

*Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full

details call Sears Canada at 1-880-361-6655.
Sears Installation Service

For Sears professional installation of home appliances,

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

1=800=4=MY=HOME_'.

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, ifnot 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 it straight out from the
outlet.

• Repair or replace immediately all electric service cordsthat
have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord
that shows cracks or abrasion damage alongits length or at
either the plug or connector end.

° When moving your refrigeratoraway 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: We strongly recommend that any servicing be

performed bya qualified individual.

- Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplugthe
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 break when being replaced.) NOTE: Setting
either or both controls to the OFFposition 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.

° This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with

the Attention Installer Instructionsthatwere 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 contactwith

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 refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely.
The United States Department ofAgriculture in Home and
Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:

"...Youmay safely refreeze frozen 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 refrozenand should not beeaten.

Thawed icecream should be discarded. If the odor or color of
any food is pooror 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 lessthan that of
many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to
save as muchof 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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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 below may not match your model.

O Custom Cube Icemaker
O Ice Bin

Freezer Shelf
O Freezer Temperature Control
_ Refrigerator Temperature Control

O Water filter

Refrigerator Light

_Snack Drawer

O Shelves

O Crispers

Keeps fruits and vegetables fresh and crisp

40 Freezer light

Freezer Door Racks
Can Rack

O Dairy Bin

Door Bins
Refrigerator Door Rack

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refrigerator.

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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)_'_

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2"

(5.08 cm)

(5.08 cm)

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

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 GRILLE INSTRUCTIONS

To install Base Grille

• Refrigerator door should be opened or removed.

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

To Remove Grille

. Open or remove refrigerator door.
" Take out the base grille by removing the 2 screws on

the bottom of the refrigerator.

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ELECTRICALSHOCK 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.

If entrance is less than 35-inches wide, the refrigerator's
doors will need to be removed.

TOOLS NEEDED:

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

- No. 2 Phillips head screwdriver

• Flat-head screwdriver for prying

• Adjustable wrench

REMOVE FREEZER DOOR

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

Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a flat head

screwdriver and remove (see Fig 1).

Fig. 1

REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR

• Locate the quick connector next to the Bottom Hinge
and disassemble with the next steps:

1. Remove locking clipQ and set aside.

2. Press back coflet and pull out water connection tube (Z).

3. Remove connector and set aside.

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Using lOmm or 13/32-inch socket wrench, remove

the 3 bolts and lift off the Top Hinge (see Fig. 2).

Set parts aside.

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Lift freezer door slightly and remove it.

(Fig. 3). Set aside.

Fig. 3

Collet.

Insert lines

Locking clip--

o Carefully disconnect wire harness connectors next

to Bottom Hinge.

Fig. 5

° Using an adjustable wrench remove

Bottom Nut.

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Fig. 6

Loosenandremovethe2boltsandthephillipshead

screwtoremovetheMiddleHingeBracketfrom

refrigeratorcabinet(Fig.7and8).Setpartsaside.

Fig.7

Fig.8

REPLACE REFRIGERATOR DOOR

• Insert the water tube and wire harness through the
bottom hinge. Being careful not to damage the water

tube or wire harness, feed them through the hole in
the hinge plate.

NOTE: Make sure to align Hinge Pin with Bottom
Hinge to assure proper assembly.

, Install the hinge pin into the Bottom Hinge.

•Using an adjustable wrench reinstall the Bottom Nut
making sure it is tight.

Fig. 10

Bottom

Bottom

• Reinstall the Middle Hinge with the two bolts and
a phillips screw.
Place washer between refrigerator door and
Middle Hinge.

Liftupthedoorwatchingcarefullythatthe

wireharnessandwatertubedon'tgetdamaged

bytheBottomHinge.

Fig.9

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• Oncetherefrigeratordoorisinstalled,reconnect
wireharness,watertubeandconnector.Thereare

twoinsertlinesattheendofthetube.Insertthetube

farenoughintotheconnectoruntilyoucanonlysee

oneline.Replacethelockingclip.

Fig.13

Collet

Insert lines

Locking clip--

REPLACE FREEZER DOOR

• Set the freezer door onto the Middle Hinge Pin.
Fig. 14

- Place Upper Hinge 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. 15

, Carefully force-fit Top Hinge Cover back into place

over Hinge,

Fig. 16

Reattach Base Grille when finished.
See BASE GRILLE INSTALLATION for reference

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