Kenmore 79579412810, 79579413810, 79579442810, 79579443810 Owner’s Manual
Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Models/Modelos: 795.7944* 795.7941*
Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Congelador Inferior Refrigerador
* = color number, número de color
P/N MFL67851303-1
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty............................................................................. 4
Product Record
Important Safety Instructions
Electrical & Grounding Requirements
Parts and Features
............................................................... 5
........................... 6-8
..............8
.......................................................9
Refrigerator Installation .............................10-23
Unpacking Your Refrigerator .........................11
Installation
..................................................................... 11
Removing/Replacing Doors and
Drawers ...................................................... 12-14
Reversing Doors and Handles ............... 15-18
Leveling and Door Alignment ..................... 19
Using Your Refrigerator ............................ 20-23
Setting the Controls ................................. 20-21
Automatic Icemaker ................................ 21-22
Food Storage Guide .................................... 23
Refrigerator Section
Adjusting Shelves ......................................... 24
Humidity Controlled Crisper ........................ 24
Pantry Drawer .............................................. 24
Freezer Section
Ice Bin ............................................................ 25
Pullout Drawer .............................................. 25
Durabase Divider .......................................... 25
Care And Cleaning ................................... 26-27
General Cleaning Tips ................................ 26
Exterior .......................................................... 26
Inside Walls ................................................... 26
Door Liner And Gaskets ............................... 26
Plastic Parts .................................................... 26
Condenser Coils ............................................. 26
Light Replacement ........................................ 27
Power Interruptions ....................................... 27
When You Go On Vacation ........................ 27
When You Move ............................................ 27
Connecting the Water Line ...................... 28-30
Troubleshooting Guide ............................. 31-37
Diagnostics ............. ................................38
Service ............................................... Back Cover
Door Bins ....................................................... 25
Dairy Bin ....................................................... 25
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WARRANTY
REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY
KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY
WITH PROOF OF SALE, the following warranty coverage applies when this appliance is correctly installed,
ted and maintained according to all supplied instructions.
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One Year on Appliance
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against defects in material or workmanship.
A defective appliance will receive free repair. If the appliance cannot be repaired it will be replaced free of
charge. This warranty coverage applies for only 90 days from the sale date if the appliance is ever used for
other than private household purposes.
Lifetime on Storage Bins
FOR AS LONG AS IT IS USED from the date of sale, a free replacement will be supplied for a defective refrigerator or freezer compartment storage bin.* If the defect appears within the first year, a new bin will be
installed at no charge. If the defect appears after the first year, a new bin will be supplied but not installed
at no charge. This Lifetime warranty covers only storage bins, and does not apply to any other related component or mechanism. You are responsible for the labor cost of bin installation after the first year from the date
of sale. This warranty coverage applies for only 90 days from the date of sale if the appliance is ever used
for other than private household purposes. *Warranty coverage applies to door bins, drawer bins and basket
bins. Defects must be verified by a Sears authorized service representative.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the web page:
www.kenmore.com/warranty
This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship, and will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, bags or screw-in
base light bulbs.
2. A service technician to clean or maintain this appliance, or to instruct the user in correct appliance installation,
operation and maintenance.
3. Service calls to correct appliance installation not performed by Sears authorized service agents, or to repair problems with house fuses, circuit breakers, house wiring, and plumbing or gas supply systems resulting from such installation.
4. Damage to or failure of this appliance resulting from installation not performed by Sears authorized service
agents, including installation that was not in accord with electrical, gas or plumbing codes.
5. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, if it is not correctly operated and
maintained according to all supplied instructions.
6. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, resulting from accident, alteration,
abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.
7. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, caused by the use of detergents,
cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.
8. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this appliance.
9. Service to an appliance if the model and serial plate is missing, altered, or cannot easily be determined to have
the appropriate certification logo.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair or replacement as provided
herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one
year on the appliance and for as long as used on the storage bins, or the shortest period allowed by law. Seller shall
not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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PRODUCT RECORD
In the space below, record the date of purchase, model and serial number of your product. You will find the model and
serial number printed on an identifi cation label located on the interior liner of the refrigerator compartment. Have these
items of information available whenever you contact Sears concerning your product.
Model No.___________________ Date of Purchase ___________________
Serial No.___________________
Save these instructions and attach your sales receipt for future reference.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill
or hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard
signal word DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:
DANGER
You will be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
WARNING
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
CAUTION
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen
if the instructions are not followed.
To reduce the risk of 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.
may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage.
WARNING
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.
Immediately repair or replace all power cords that •
have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not
use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either the plug or connector end.
Do not modify or extend the power cord length. It •
could cause electric shock or fire.
When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be •
careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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.
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WARNING
Before replacing a burned-out or broken 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 break when
being replaced exposing the wire filament.)
NOTE: Some models have LED interior lighting and
service should be performed by a qualified technician.
WARNING: Setting either or both controls to the OFF
position does not remove power to the light circuit.
When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to •
the electrical source and reset the controls (Thermostat,
Refrigerator Control, and or Freezer Control, depending
on the model) to the desired setting.
This refrigerator must be properly installed in •
accordance with the Attention Installer Instructions that
were taped to the front of the refrigerator.
After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the •
cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands
are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to the extremely cold
surfaces.
DO NOT touch the automatic ice making mechanism •
while the refrigerator is plugged in.
DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed •
completely. The United States Department of
Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:
…You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have
thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are
still cold—below 39°F (4°C).
…Thawed ground meats, poultry or 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,
dispose of it. The food may be dangerous to eat.
Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the
eating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables
and prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats
is affected less than that of many other foods. Use
refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of
their quality as you can.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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
suffocation).
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
.
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CFC/HCFC DISPOSAL
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that
used CFCs or HCFCs (chlorofluorocarbons or hydro
chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs and HCFCs are believed to
harm stratospheric ozone if released to the atmosphere.
Other refrigerants may also cause harm to the
environment if released to the atmosphere.
ELECTRICAL & GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.
TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance must be
properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit
checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the
outlet is properly grounded.
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make
sure the refrigerant is removed for proper disposal
by a qualified technician. If you intentionally release
refrigerant, you may be subject to fines and imprisonment
under provisions of environmental legislation.
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.
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 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.
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Freezer Swing Model
A
B
C
D
E
F
PARTS AND FEATURES
I
Diagnostics
Accela
Ice
J
K
G
H
L
M
N
Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator.
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.
A
Digital Sensor Control
B
Refrigerator Light
C
Refrigerator Shelf (full)
D
Humidity Controlled Crispers
G
Ice Bin
H
Durabase Divider
I
Dairy Bin
J
Door Bins
M
Pullout Drawer
N
Durabase
E
Pantry
F
Icemaker*
K
Condiment Bin
L
Freezer Light
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
WARNING WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard:
Use two or more people to move and install the
refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
UNPACKING 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.
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 off 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.
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 to the left to raise the unit or to the right 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 affected.
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.
WARNING
Shock Hazard:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the
refrigerator in a wet or damp area.
4. Too small of a distance from adjacent items may
result in lowered freezing capability and increased
electricity consumption charges. Allow at least 33 ¾
inches (86 cm) in front of the refrigerator to open the
doors and at least 2 inches (5.08 cm) between the
back of the refrigerator and the wall.
2" (5.08 cm)
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
NOTE: Removing the doors is the recommended procedure when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a
narrow opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below.
HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR
DOOR HANDLE
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from
illustrations on this page.
Removing Refrigerator Handle
Loosen the set screws with a / in. Allen
wrench and remove the handle.
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need
to be tightened or removed, use a ¼ in. Allen
wrench.
Mounting
Fasteners
HOW TO REPLACE REFRIGERATOR
DOOR HANDLE
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from
illustrations on this page.
Replacing 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
NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners
need to be tightened or removed, use a
¼ in. Allen wrench.
/ in Allen wrench.
Mounting
Fasteners
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
REMOVING AND REPLACING
REFRIGERATOR DOORS
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard:
Use two or more people to remove and install the
refrigerator doors. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator •
before installing. Failure to do so could result in
serious injury or death.
Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the air •
vents or bottom of the refrigerator. You may be
injured or receive an electrical shock.
3. Remove the three bolts using a 10mm or 13/32-inch
socket wrench and lift off the top hinge.
CAUTION: When removing the bolts, be careful that
the door does not fall forward.
4. Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove
the door.
CAUTION: Before you begin, remove food and bins
from the doors.
Removing the Refrigerator Door
1. Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screws (1).
(1)
2. Lift up the cover (2) and remove it.
(1)
(2)
5. Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching
surface.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
Reinstalling the Refrigerator Door
1 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the
bottom of the door. Lower the door onto the middle
hinge pin as shown in the figure.
2 Align the door with the cabinet.
3 Line up the top hinge with the holes in the top of the
refrigerator. Insert and tighten the three bolts in the
hinge.
HOW TO REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
NOTE: Before removing the freezer door, make sure you
completely remove the refrigerator door.
1 Use a 1/4 in. hex socket wrench to loosen and remove
the hinge pin from the middle hinge bracket. Use a
10 mm or 13/32 in. socket wrench to remove the two
bolts. Remove the screw and set the middle hinge
bracket and other parts aside. Remove the washer.
Middle Hinge
Bolts
2 Carefully lift up the freezer door. Remove and place it
on a non-scratching surface.
Screw
Middle Hinge Pin
Washer
4 Replace the cover. Insert and tighten the cover screws
(2).
(2)
(2)
(1)
Bottom Hinge Pin
HOW TO INSTALL THE FREEZER DOOR
1 Place the freezer door down on the bottom hinge pin.
Bottom Hinge Pin
2 Replace the washer and the middle hinge bracket.
Use a 10 mm or 13/32 in. socket wrench to insert and
tighten the bolts. Insert the screw. Reattach the middle
hinge pin using a 1/4 in. socket wrench.
Screw
Middle Hinge
Middle Hinge Pin
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Washer
Bolts
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
REVERSING REFRIGERATOR DOORS
WARNING
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.
CAUTION
Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins
from doors. Failure to do so could result in serious
injury.
TOOLS NEEDED
10mm or 13/32-inch socket wrench (with 2-inch •
extension for bottom door hinge)
No. 2 Phillips head screwdriver•
Reversing Doors
You may find it more convenient to have the doors open
from the right, rather than from the left as installed by the
factory. The "right side" referred to in the directions is the
side on your right as you face the front of the unit.
1. Remove the top hinge cover screws (1) . Remove the
cover(2) by lifting the hidden hook inside the bottom of
the front side of the cover, with a flat-head screwdriver.
(1)
(1)
(2)
2. Using a 10mm or 13/32-inch socket wrench, remove
the three bolts and lift off the top hinge. Set parts
aside.
¼ inch socket wrench•
Flat-head screwdriver for prying•
Adjustable wrench•
CAUTION: When removing the bolts, be careful that
the door does not fall forward.
3. Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the
door.
CAUTION: Place the door, inside facing up, on a
non-scratching surface.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
4. Remove the four screws (1), the hinge pin insert (2) and
the hinge pin brackets (3) from the bottom right side of
the door.
(3)
(2)
(1)
5. Reinstall the hinge pin brackets (1), screws (2) and hinge
pin insert (3) on the bottom left side of the door.
7. Carefully lift up the freezer door. Remove and place it
on a non-scratching surface.
Bottom Hinge
Pin
8. Using a ¼ in. socket wrench, loosen and remove
the.8hinge pin from the bottom hinge.
Bottom Hinge Pin
9. Using a 13/32-inch or 10mm socket wrench with a 2 in.
extension and a screwdriver, loosen the two bolts and
the screw, and remove the bottom hinge on right side.
(1)
(3)
(2)
NOTE: Before removing the freezer door, make sure you
completely remove the refrigerator door.
6. Use a ¼ inch hex socket wrench to loosen and remove
the hinge pin (1) from the middle hinge bracket. Use a
10 mm or 13/32 in. socket wrench to remove the two
bolts (2). Remove the screw (3) and set the middle hinge
bracket (4) and other parts aside.
(3)
(4)
(2)
(1)
Screw
Bolts
10. Remove the four screws (1), the hinge pin brackets (2)
and the hinge pin insert from the bottom right side of
the freezer door.
(2)
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(3)
(1)
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
11. Reinstall the hinge pin insert (1), the hinge pin brackets
(2) and screws (3) on the bottom left side of the door.
(2)
(1)
(3)
12. On the top part of the door, you will find a cap (1) and
a pivot (2). Remove it with a flat head screwdriver and
install it on the opposite side ( the cap stays on the
right and the pivot on the left).
(2)
(1)
14. Using a 13/32 in. socket wrench with a 2 in. extension
and a screwdriver, tighten the two bolts and a screw,
and attach the bottom hinge on left side of the flange.
15. Attach the hinge pin using a ¼ in. socket wrench.
Bottom Hinge Pin
16. With a flat-head screwdriver, carefully pry off and
remove the cover over the bolt holes on the left side of
refrigerator.
13. Remove the decorative caps on the bottom of the
refrigerator housing. You will need these holes for the
Bottom Hinge.
Decorative Cap
17. Remove the outer lower decorative screw from
the flange on the frame between the freezer and
refrigerator doors. (You will need this hole for the
middle hinge bracket.)
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
18. Flip the middle hinge bracket and position on left side
of refrigerator. Re-attach with two bolts and a screw.
19. Place freezer door down on bottom hinge pin.
Bottom Hinge Pin
20. Reattach middle hinge pin using a ¼ in. socket
wrench. Replace washer.
22. Loosen the two screws and remove the left hinge cap.
23. Place the refrigerator door down over the hinge pin on
the middle hinge pin bracket.
Middle Hinge Bracket
Middle Hinge Pin
Washer
NOTE: Bracket has been flipped, but hinge pin stays in
the same orientation with its hexagonal end facing
upward.
21. Insert the decorative screw into the outer hole on the
right side of the housing. Attach cover on the right
side. Cover is force-fitted.
Decorative
Screw
NOTE: The left top hinge, left hinge cover and right hinge
cap are provided for reversing doors.
24. Line up the left top hinge with the holes in the top of
refrigerator. Use the three bolts to replace the hinge.
Replace the left hinge cover and insert the two screws.
25. Replace the right hinge cap and insert the two screws.
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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 inch wrench or flat blade
screwdriver.
1. Turn the leveling leg to the left to raise that side of
the refrigerator or to the right to lower it. It may take
several turns of the leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the
refrigerator.
DOOR ALIGNMENT
If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the
instructions below to align the doors.
1.
Remove the top hinge cover screws. Lift the hook located
at the bottom of the front side of the cover with a flathead screwdriver.
2.
Loosen the top hinge bolts using a 10mm or 13/32-in.
socket wrench or open-end wrench.
3.
Have someone hold the refrigerator door so the space
between the two door is even, and retighten the top hinge
bolts.
4.
Replace the top hinge cover.
NOTE: Having someone push backward against the top of
the refrigerator takes some weight off of the leveling legs. This
makes it easier to adjust the legs.
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 to the left. It may take several more turns,
and you should turn both leveling legs the same amount.
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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
SETTING THE CONTROLS
AIRFLOW
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.)
Accela
Diagnostics
Ice
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.
Accela
Ice
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.
NOTE: The Condiment bin is not recommended for storing
items that spoil easily such as milk and mayonnaise.
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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
ACCELA ICE
When you press and hold the Accela Ice button,
•
the light will be on in the display and will continue
for 24 hours.
•
The function will automatically shut off 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.•
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.
AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER
Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent to the
dispenser. The icemaker will produce 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 to 8 (12-16 oz) glasses of ice.
•
To turn off the automatic icemaker, set the
icemaker switch to OFF (O). To turn on the auto-
matic 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.
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 pad.
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 pad will beep and the
temperature settings will display to confirm that Demo
Mode is deactivated. Use the same procedure to activate
the Demo Mode.
WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic ice
making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.
Automatic
Shut off Arm
Power Switch
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AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER (continued)
CAUTION
The first ice produced may include particles or odor •
from the water supply line or the water tank.
Throw away the first few batches of ice. 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 Off Arm.
When the bin fills to the level of the Automatic Shut •
Off 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, taste stale, and shrink.
WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER
POWER SWITCH TO OFF (O)
When the water supply will be shut off 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 off
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
margarine
Cheese
Milk
Eggs
Fruit
Leafy
vegetables
Vegetables
with skins
(carrots,
peppers)
Fish
Keep opened butter in a covered
dish or closed compartment.
When storing an extra supply,
wrap in freezer packaging and
freeze.
Store in the original wrapping
until you are ready to use it. 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 on interior
shelf, not on door shelf.
Do not wash or hull the fruit
until it is ready to be used. Sort
and keep fruit in its original
container, in a crisper, or store in a
completely 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.
Place in plastic bags or plastic
container and store in crisper.
Store fresh fish and shellfish in
the freezer section if they are not
being consumed the same day of
purchase. It is recommended to
consume fresh fish and shellfish the
same day purchased.
STORING FROZEN FOOD
NOTE: Check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook
for further information about preparing food for
freezing or for 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.
Leftovers
Cover leftovers with plastic wrap
or aluminum foil, or store in plastic
containers with tight lids.
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