Kenmore Elite 3840JL2019A, Elite 79575559400, Elite 840JL2019A User Manual
Kenmore Elite
Refrigerator
3840JL2019A
79575559400
English Version 2
Spanish Version 36
French Version 70
Warranty (U.S.A.) 2
Protection Agreements 3
Safety Instructions 4-5
Grounding Requirements 5
Parts and Features 6
Refrigerator Installation 7-13
Unpacking Your Refrigerator 7
Installation 7
Removing and Replacing
Your Refrigerator Handles
and Doors 8-12
Leveling and Door Alignment 13
Base Cover 13
Using Your Refrigerator 14-23
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation 14
Multi-Flow 14
Setting the Controls 14
Adjusting Control Settings 15
Food Storage Guide 15
Storing Frozen Food 16
• Refrigerator Features
Water Dispenser 16
Refrigerator Shelves 17
Wine Holder 17
Suprafresh Crispers with -lilt-out Compartment 18
Crisper Humidity Control 18
Crisper with Tilt-out Feature 18
Removing Crisper 18-19
Crisper Cover with Lattice on inner
Surface 19
Glide N Serve 20
Modular Door Bins 20
Dairy Bin 21
Egg Box 21
• Freezer Features
Tilting Door 21
Ice Bin 21
Tilt-Out Door Basket 22
Durabase 22
Durabase Divider 22
Pull out Drawer 22
Water Filter 23
Care and Cleaning 24-25
General Cleaning Tips 24
Outside 24
Inside Walls 24
Door Liner and Gaskets 24
Plastic Parts 24
Condenser Coils 24
Light Bulb Replacement 24-25
Power Interruptions 25
When you go on vacation 25
When you move 25
About the Automatic Icemaker 26
Connecting the Water Line 27-30
Troubleshooting Guide 31-34
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BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR
WARRANTY--U.S.A.
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FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON REFRIGERATOR
For one year from the date of purchase, if this Kenmore Refrigerator fails due to a defect in material or
workmanship, Sears will repair it free of charge.
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY ON THE SEALED REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
For five years from the date of purchase, if any part of the sealed system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting
tube and compressor) in this Kenmore Refrigerator fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will
repair it free of charge.
The above warranty coverage applies only to refrigerators which are used for the storage of food for private
household purposes.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING SEARS SERVICE AT 1-800-4-MY-HOME. ®
This warranty applies only while this product is in use 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 Roebuck and Co. Dept. 817 WA Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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In the U.S.A.
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.
Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect
yourself from unexpected hassle and expense.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend
the life of your new product. Here's what's included
in the Agreement:
v' Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair
specialists
v' Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor
on all covered repairs
v' "No-lemon" guarantee--replacement of your covered
product if four or more product failures occur within
twelve months
v' Product replacement if your covered product can't
be fixed
v' Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your
request--no extra charge
v' Fast help by phone--phone support from a Sears
technician on products requiring in-home repair, plus
convenient repair scheduling
v' Power surge protection against electrical damage due
to power fluctuations
v' Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product
takes longer than promised
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.
Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists,
who have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and
accessories. That's the kind of professionalism you can
count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase
for years to come. Purchase your Master Protection
Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information call
1-800-827-6655.
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. call 1-800-4-MY-HOME. ®
In Canada
Maintenance Agreements
Your purchase has added value because you can depend
on Sears HomeCentral ®for service. With over 2400
Service Technicians and more than a million parts and
accessories, we have the tools, parts, knowledge and
skills to back our pledge: We Service What We Sell.
Your Kenmore®product is designed, manufactured and
tested to provide years of dependable operation.
But like all products, it may require service from time to
time. The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an
outstanding service program, affordably priced.
The Sears Maintenance Agreement:
• Is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's price
• Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal wear and
tear
• Provides phone support from a Sears technician on
products requiring in-home repair
• Even if you don't need repairs, provides an annual
Preventive Maintenance Check, at your request, to
ensure that your product is proper running condition
Some limitations apply. For more information about
Sears Canada Maintenance Agreements,
call 1-800-361-6665
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.
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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, CAUTION. These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if
the instructions are not followed.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury
to persons 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.
• 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 the plug or connector end.
• When moving your refrigerator away from the wall,
be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• DO 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
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 by a qualified individual.
• Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the
refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse
box in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A
burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced.)
NOTE: Setting either or both controls to the OFF position
does not remove power to the light circuit.
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.
In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact
with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the
heating element that releases the cubes. DO NOT place
fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism
while the refrigerator is plugged in.
DO NOT 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
40°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, get rid 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
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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 may have a cooling system that used
CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to harm
stratospheric ozone.
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.
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
plug
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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
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 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.
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 (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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NOTE:Thisguidecoversseveraldifferentmodels.Therefrigeratoryouhavepurchasedmayhavesome
orallofthe itemslistedbelow.Thelocationsofthefeaturesshownbelowmaynot matchyourmodel.
O Refrigerator Light (p.24)
Filter (Inside) (p.23)
Refrigerator Shelves (p.17)
Modular Door Bins (p.20)
Supra Fresh Crisper with Tilt-Out Compartment (p.18)
Glide N Serve (p.20)
_Adjusta Cube Ice Maker (p.26)
i_) Ice Bin (p.21)
OPull out Drawer (p.22)
O Durabase (p.22)
Divider (p.22)
_Tilt-Out Door Basket (795.7554*, 7555* Models only)
(p.22)
i_)Dairy Bin (p.21)
_Wine Holder (795.7555* Model Only) (p.17)
OEgg Box (p.21)
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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 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.
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.
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.
INSTALLATION
1. To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. If 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 ("L_) to
raise the unit, counterclockwise (_..L) 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. Allow the clearance of at least 2 inch from the ceiling and
1 inch from the side walls for better cooling efficiency, ease
of installation, proper air circulation and electrical
connections.
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CAUTION: Avoid placing the unit near heat sources,
direct sunlight or moisture.
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1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust
accumulated during shipping.
2. Install accessories such as ice cube bin, drawers,
shelves, etc., in their proper places. They are packed
together to prevent possible damage during shipment.
3. Let your refrigerator run for at least 2 or 3 hours before
putting food in it. Check the flow of cold air in the
freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling. Your
refrigerator is now ready for use.
WARNING
• Be careful when you work with hinge, base cover,
stopper etc. You may be injured.
• Do not put hands or foot or metal sticks into air vents,
base cover or bottom of refrigerator. You may be injured
or receive an electrical shock.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.
HOW TO REMOVE DOOR/DRAWER HANDLES
To move refrigerator through a house door, it maybe necessary to remove the refrigerator or freezer door handles.
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from
illustrations on this page.
1. Removing Refrigerator Handle
• Press the handle against door first.
• Grasp the handle tightly with both hands
and slide the handle up (1)(this may
require some force).
• The keyhole slots (2) on the back of the
handle allow the handle to separate from
the mounting screws (3).
_, CAUTION: The handle could be
damaged if you hit it with a hammer
while removing or attaching.
_, CAUTION: When you assemble or
disassemble handle, you must push or
pull with some force.
Screws
mounted
on door
Keyholeslots
on back of
handle
2. Removing Freezer Drawer Handle
• Press the handle against door first.
• Grasp the handle tightly with both hands
and slide the handle to right (1)(this may
require some force).
• The keyhole slots (2) on the back of the
handle allow the handle to separate from
the mounting screws (3).
Screws
mounted @I
on door
on back of
handle
HOW TO REPLACE DOOR/DRAWER HANDLES
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from
illustrations on this page.
1. Replacing Refrigerator Door Handle
• Align keyhole slots (1) on the top and
bottom of the back of the handle with
the screws (2) mounted on the front of
the door.
• Press the handle against the door
front, making sure that the screws (2)
go into the keyhole slots (1).
• Holding the handle with both hands,
press it firmly against the front of the
door and slide the handle down (3).
Screws
mounted
on door
2. Replacing Freezer Drawer Handle
• Align keyhole slots (4) on the right and
left sides of the back of the handle
with the screws (5) mounted on the
front of the drawer.
• Press the handle against the drawer
front, making sure that the screws (5)
go into the keyhole slots (4).
• Holding the handle with both hands,
press it firmly against the front of the
drawer and slide the handle to the left
(6).
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Screws
mounted
on door
on backof
handle
REMOVING AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS
1. Removing Refrigerator Door
_, CAUTION: Before you begin, unplug the refrigerator. Remove food and bins from doors.
• Left Door
1. Open door. Loosen top hinge cover screw (1).
Use flat tip screwdriver to pry back hooks on front underside of cover (3). Lift up cover.
2. Disconnect door switch wire harness (2). Remove cover.
3. Disconnect water supply tube by pushing back on the disconnect ring (4) and pulling tube out.
4. Disconnect the three wire harnesses (5). Remove the grounding screw (6).
5. Rotate hinge lever (7) counterclockwise and remove. Lift top hinge (8) free of hinge lever latch (9).
_, CAUTION: When lifting hinge free of latch, be careful that door does not fall forward.
6. Lift door up from middle hinge pin (10) and remove door.
7. Place door, inside facing up, down onto a non-scratching surface.
• Right Door
1. Open door. Loosen top hinge cover screw (1). Lift up cover (3).
2. Disconnect door switch wire harness (2). Remove cover.
3. Disconnect wire harness (5). Remove the grounding screw (6).
4. Rotate hinge lever (7) clockwise and remove. Lift top hinge (8) free of hinge lever latch (9).
_, CAUTION: When lifting hinge free of latch, be careful that door does not fall forward.
5. Lift door up from middle hinge pin (10) and remove door.
6. Place door, inside facing up, down onto a non-scratching surface.
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2. Replacing Refrigerator Door
• Right Door
1. Lower the door onto middle hinge pin (10).
2. Fit top hinge (8) over hinge lever latch (9) and into place. Insert hinge lever (7) under lever latch. Rotate lever
counterclockwise to secure hinge.
3. Install the grounding screw (6) and connect the three wire harnesses (5).
4. Connect door switch wire harness (2).
5. Hook tab on door switch side of cover under edge of wire opening in cabinet top. Position cover (3) into place. Insert
and tighten cover screw (1).
• Left Door
1. Lower the door onto middle hinge pin (10).
2. Fit top hinge (8) over hinge lever latch (9) and into place. Insert hinge lever (7) under lever latch. Rotate lever clockwise
to secure hinge.
3. Install the grounding screw (6) and connect the three wire harnesses (5).
4. Connect door switch wire harness (2).
5. Insert the water supply tube (3) into the connector tube until you see only one scale mark.
(Fully insert the tube over 5/8"(15mm)).
6. Hook tab on door switch side of cover (3) under edge of wire opening in cabinet top. Position cover into place. Insert
and tighten cover screw (1).
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