Kenmore BOTTOM FREEZER 795.713, 795.7130 Series Use And Care Manual

Use & Care Guide

Manual de Uso y Cuidado

English / Espaiol

Models/Modelos: 795.7130 _

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Hoffman Estates, IL60179 U.S.A.
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Sears Canada inc.
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WARRANTY

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS
iMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS

PARTS AND FEATURES

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

Unpacking Your Refrigerator
Installation

Base Grille Installation
Removing and Replacing

Your Refrigerator Doors

Pull Out Drawer

Leveling and Door Alignment

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation

Multi-Flow

Door Alarm

Setting the Controls
Adjusting Control Settings

Food Storage Guide

Storing Frozen Food

Refrlgera|or Sectlon

Refrigerator Shelves
Pantry

Crisper Humidity Control
OptiBin Crisper

Crisper Cover with Lattice on Inner
Surface

Modular Door Bins

Dairy Bin
Egg Box

4 Freezer Section

5 Ice Bin
6 Durabase

7 Durabase Divider
8 Glide Out Drawer Basket
9 CARE AND CLEANING

9 General Cleaning Tips
9 Outside

9 Inside Wails

10 Door Line and Gaskets
10 Plastic Parts

13 Back Cover

15 Light Bulb Replacement
16 Power Interruptions
16 When you go on vacation

16 When you move
16 ABOUT AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER

16 CONNECTING THE WATER LINE
17 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR

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Kenmore Appliance Warranty

One Year Limited Warranty

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

arrange for free repair.

If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of

purchase.

This Warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:

1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.

2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance.

3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.

4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied
with the product.

5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.

6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those
recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.

7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product.

Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied

warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the
shortest period allowed by law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states and

provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on the duration
of 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 and Canada.
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

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

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MASTER PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new
Kenmore ® 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 nation wide service, as often

as you want us, whenever you want us.

[] _No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your covered

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

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

Fixed.

[] Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your Request -

no extra charge.

[] Fast help by phone - we call it Rapid Resolution - phone

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

[] Power surge protection against electrical damage due to

power fluctuations.

[] $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage

that is the result of mechanical failure of any Covered

refrigerator or freezer.

[] Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product

takes longer than promised.

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

repair service and related installed parts.

Once you purchase the Agreement r a simple phone cail is aii
that it takes for you to schedule service. You can caii anytime
day or night, or schedule a service appointment

online.
The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase. If you

cancel for any reason during the product warranty period, we
wiii provide a fuji refund. Or, a prorated refund anytime after
the product warranty period expires.

Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information in the U.S.A. call

1-800-827-6655.

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

Sears Installation Servlce

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 wilt 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.

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This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obeyall safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill orhurt you
or others, or cause damage to the product.

All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word DANGER,
WARNING, CAUTION. These words mean:

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

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

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

Aii safety messages wiii identify the hazard, teli you how to reduce the chance of injury and teli you what can happen if the
instructions are not followed.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons
when using your product, basic safety precautions shouidbe
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 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 theplug or connector end.When moving your

refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or

damage the power cord.

° DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors

andliquids 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 cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful when
you open the doors when children are in the area.

° Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any

repairs.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be

performedby a qualified individual.

° Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the

refrigerator orturn 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 OFF position

does not remove power to the light circuit.

° DO NOT store bottles in the freezer compartment - they may

break when frozen, causing damage.

° The refrigerator-freezer should be so positioned that the

supplyplug is accessible for quick disconnection if an
accident happens.

° For personal safety, this appliance must be properly

grounded. Have the wail 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

inthis use and care guide.

° After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the

coldsurfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are
damp orwet. Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces.

° In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact

with themoving 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 of Agriculture in

Home andGarden Bulletin No. 69 says:

"...You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed
ifthey still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold
below40°F (4°C)."

"...Thawed ground meats, poultry, or fish that have any off-
odoror off-color should not be refrozen and should not be

eaten.Thawed ice cream should be discarded. If the odor or
color ofany food is poor or questionable, get rid of it. The

food may bedangerous to eat."
"Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eating

qualityof 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

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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or

Jack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by
person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past.
Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous. Even if
they will sit for "just a few days". If you are getting rid of your
old refrigerator, please follow the instructions at right to help

prevent accidents.

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Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that used
CFCs (chlorofiuorocarbons).CFCs are believed to harm
stratospheric Ozone.

For proper disposal of the product, please contact your local
regulatory agency.

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IMPORTANT: Please read carefully.

TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

FOR YOUR 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.

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grounding type
wail receptacle

grounding

plug

3=prong

Ensure proper
ground exists

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USE OF EXTENSION CORDS

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions,
we strongly recommend against the use of an extension
cord. However, if you still elect to use an extension cord, it
is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in the United
States), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having
a grounding type plug and outlet, and that the electrical rating
of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.

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

it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or
a similarly qualified person in order to avoid any hazard.

BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD

REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER

• Take off the doors.

° Leave the shelves in place so that, children may

not easily climb inside.

If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure
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.

RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own

individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 115
volts, 60Hz, AC only and fused at 15 or 20 amperes.

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

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

a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch or pull
chain. Do not use an extension cord.

Where a standard two-prong wail outlet is encountered, it is
your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced
with a properly grounded three-prong wall outlet. Do not,
under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (Ground)
prong from the power cord.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or
removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator

Control or Freezer Control, depending on the model) to OFF
and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source.
When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the
electrical source and reset the control (thermostat, refrigerator

control or freezer control, depending on the model) to the
desired setting.

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

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

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

0 Digital Sensor Control
0 Refrigerator Light

Shelves

Egg Box*

Optibin Crispers

Keeps fruits and vegetable fresh and crisp
Pantry

Icemaker
Ice Bin

_D Durabase

Divider
Dairy Corner

O Modular Door Bins

Bottle Guide*
Freezer Light
Glide-Out Drawer Basket

* On some models

EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD

Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator
before using. Do not remove any warning type labels, the
model and serial number label, or the techsheet (on some

models), that is attached to back wall of the refrigerator.
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly
with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be easily

removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over
the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry. [] CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids
or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products sunlight or moisture.

can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For more NOTE: For proper air circulation, best cooling and energy
information, see the Important Safety Instructions section, consumption results, maintain a minimun distance of 2 inches

Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position.

Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage

needs.

When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for
cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor. Always pull
the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle
or walk the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor
damage could occur.

(5.08 cm) form adjacent items and surfaces.

NEXT

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

2. Install accessories such as ice cube bin, drawers, shelves, etc.,
in their proper places. They are packed together to prevent
possible damage during shipment.

3. Let your refrigerator run for 2 or 3 hours before store food in
it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to
ensure proper cooling. Your refrigerator is now ready for use.

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(5.08 cm) 2" (5.08 cm) 2"

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

( =t._ ) to raise the unit, counterclockwise ( _,m, ) to lower it.

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. Keep the refrigerator at a proper distance from adjacent
items and surfaces. Too small a distance may result in

lowered freezing capability and increased electricity charge

consumption.

Be careful when you work with hinge, base grille, stopper etc. You
may be injured.
Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents, base grille or
bottom of refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an electrical

shock.

BASE GRILLE iNSTALLATiON

To install or repUace base grllUe:

1. Remove the 2 screws from the bottom front part of
refrigerator.

2. Place the base grille into position and insert and tighten

screws.

To remove the base grille

1. Remove screws from the base grille and remove it.

2. Reattach screws to the base of refrigerator.

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TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

I -_ 10mm _ _ 1/4 in

NOTE: It is always recommended that the doors be removed when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow

opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles follow the directions below.

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

HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLE

I, Removlng Refrlgerafor Handle
* Loosen the set screws with the 3/3 2 " Allen wrench and remove

the handle.

NOTE: if the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or Mountinc
removed_ use a 1/4 " Alien wrench. Fasteners

Set Screw

2. Removing Freezer Drawer Handle
* Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the handle

with the 3/32" Allen wrench and remove the handle.

NOTE: If the handle mounting fasteners need to be tightened or
removed° use a 1/4 " Allen wrench.

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HOWTO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR

1. Removing Refrigerator Door
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary.
IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF and unplug it. Remove food and any bins from doors.

Left Door

• Loosen the cover screws (1).

• Disconnect door switch wire (2).

° Loosen hinge bolts (3).
° Lift off: the top hinge (4).
° Place the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up.

Right Door

• Loosen the cover screws (1).

• Disconnect door switch wire (2).

° Disconnect wire harness (5).
° Loosen hinge bolts (3).
° Loosen ground screw (6).
° Lift off: the top hinge (4).
° Place the door on a non-scratching surface with the inside up.

[] CAUTION: When removing top hinge, be careful that the door does not fail forward.

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