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Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Use & Care Guide
Refrigerador con montaje inferior
Manual de uso y cuidado
R_frig_rateur _ compartiment inf_rieur
Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien
Models:
596.73502201, 596.73503201, 596.73504201, 596.73509201
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PartNo.12642733 Sears, Roebuckand Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com
FormA/05/03 Sears Canada, Inc.,Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 Au Canada, www.sears.ca
WHATYOUNEEDTOKNOW
ABOUTSAFETY
Warning and important Safety
Instructions appearing in this manual are
not meant to cover all possible
conditions and situations that mayoccur.
Common sense, caution, andcare must
be exercised when installing,
maintaining, or operating refrigerator.
Always contact your dealer, distributor,
service agent, or manufacturerabout
problems or conditions you do not
understand.
RECOGNIZE SAFETY
SYMBOLS, WORDS,
LABELS
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SAVETHESE
MkSTERPROTECTION
IN THE U.S.A.
Congratulations on making a smart
purchase. Your new Kenmore®
appliance 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 is when having a
Master Protection Agreement can save
you money andaggravation.
Purchase a Master Protection
Agreement now and protect yourself
from unexpected hassle andexpense.
The Master ProtectionAgreement also
helps extend the life of your new
appliance. Here is what is included in
the agreement:
Expert service by our 12,000
professional repair specialists.
Unlimited service and no charge for
parts and labor on all covered
repairs.
>- "No-lemon"guarantee - replacement
of your covered product if more than
three product failuresoccur within
twelve months.
:_ Product replacement if your covered
product cannot be fixed.
Annual Preventive Maintenance
Check at your request- no extra
charge.
>- Fast help by phone - non-technical
and instructional assistance on
products repaired in your home, plus
convenient repair scheduling.
>- Power surge protection against
electrical damage due to power
fluctuations.
Rental reimbursement if repairof
your covered producttakes 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 qualityparts and
accessories. That is the kind of
professionalism you can counton to
help prolong the life of your new
purchase for yearsto come. Purchase
your Master ProtectionAgreement
today!
Some limitations and exclusionsapply.
For prices and additional information,
call 1-800-827-6655.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears guaranteed professional
installation of homeappliances and
items like garage door openers and
water heaters, in the U.S.A. call
1-800-MY-HOME®.
IN CANADA
Your purchase has addedvalue because
you can depend on Sears HomeCentrat®
for service. With over 2,400 service
technicians and access to over 900,000
parts and accessories, we have the
tools, parts, knowledge and skills to I[i_!
ensure our pledge: We Service What
We Sell. m
Your Kenmore®appliance is designed
manufactured and tested to provide
years of dependable operation. Yetany
major appliance may require service
from time to time. The Sears
Maintenance Agreement offers you an
outstanding service program, affordably
priced.
Sears Maintenance Agreement
Is your wayto buy tomorrow's service
at today's price.
:,--Eliminates repair bitlsresulting from
normal wear and tear.
> Providesfor non-technical and
instructional assistance.
Even if you don't need repairs,
provides an annual Preventive
Maintenance Check, at your request,
to ensure that your appliance is in
proper running condition.
Some limitations apply. For information
concerning Sears Canada Maintenance
Agreements, call 1-800-361-6665.
Full One YearWarranty on
Refrigerator
For one year from the date of purchase,
when this refrigerator is operated and
maintained according to instructions
attached to or furnished with it, Sears
will repair it,free of charge, if defective
in material or workmanship.
Full Five Year Warranty on Sealed
Refrigeration System
In the space below recordthe model
and serial numbersand purchase date
of your refrigerator. Youwill find the
model and serial number sticker inside
the refrigerator section on the left wall.
Model Number: 596.
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
For five yearsfrom the date of purchase,
when this refrigerator is operated and
maintained according to instructions
attached to or furnished with it, Sears
will repair the sealed system (consisting
of refrigerant, connecting tubing and
compressor motor) free of charge, if
defective in material or workmanship.
The above warranty coverage applies
only to refrigeratorswhich are used for
storage of food for private household
purposes. It excludes original and
replacement Kenmore ice &water filter
cartridges. Original and replacement
cartridges are warrantedfor 30 days,
parts only, against defects in material or
workmanship.
Warranty service isavailable by
contacting 1-800-4-MY-HOME®
(1-800-469-4663).
This warranty applies only while this
product is in use in the United States
and Canada.
Keep this booklet and your Sears
sales receipt in a safe place for future
reference.
This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also haveother
rights, which varyfrom stateto state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
NOTE: Some Reverse Osmosis home
water systems cause low water
pressure. Low water pressure can affect
the water and ice dispensing system by
causing small or hollow ice cubes and
slow water flow from the dispenser.
Service problems related to the home's
Reverse Osmosis water system are not
covered bythe warranty.
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Important Safety Information ......................................................................................2
What You Needto Know About Safety Instructions...................................................2
Electrical Requirements .............................................................................................2
Protection Agreements ................................................................................................3
Master Protection Agreements - USA .....................................................................3
Maintenance Agreements - Canada .........................................................................3
Warranty ........................................................................................................................4
Product Record .............................................................................................................4
Installing Your Refrigerator ....................................................................................6-11
Measuring the Opening .............................................................................................6
TransportingYour Refrigerator...................................................................................6
Selecting the Best Location.......................................................................................6
Opening and Closing Your Fresh Food Doors...........................................................6
Removing and Replacing Handles............................................................................7
How to Remove the Hinges, Doors and Drawer .......................................................7
How to Replacethe Hinges, Doors and Drawer........................................................9
How to Connect the Water Supply...........................................................................10
How to Level Your Refrigerator................................................................................11
Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures ........................................................12
Initial Control Settings..............................................................................................12
Adjusting the Controls..............................................................................................12
Fresh Food Storage.................................................................................................12
Frozen Food Storage...............................................................................................12
About Your Water Filter ........................................................................................13-14
Water Filter Installation and Removal......................................................................13
Water Filter Data......................................................................................................14
Fresh Food Features .............................................................................................15-16
Water Dispenser......................................................................................................15
Interior Shelves........................................................................................................15
Door Storage............................................................................................................15
Climate-Controlled Drawers .....................................................................................16
Freezer Features.........................................................................................................17
Automatic Ice Maker................................................................................................17
Drawers....................................................................................................................17
Hints and Care .......................................................................................................18-19
How to Clean Your Refrigerator...............................................................................18
How to Remove Odors from Refrigerator................................................................19
Energy Saving Ideas................................................................................................19
How to Remove and Replace Light Bulbs...............................................................19
Normal Operating Sounds .........................................................................................20
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................21-22
Operation............................................................................................................21-22
Ice and Water...........................................................................................................22
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Frangais .......................................................................................................................45
Service ..........................................................................................................BackCover
These instructions were provided to aid
you in the installationof your refrigerator.
SELECTINGTHEBEST
MB URINGTHEoPENiNG
A one-half inch (v;') of air space must be
provided for the backof the refrigerator.
When installing your refrigerator,
measure carefully.
Subflooring or floor coverings (i.e.
carpet, tile, wood floors, rugs) may make
your opening smallerthan anticipated.
Some clearance may begained by
using the leveling procedure under
How to LevelYour Refrigerator.
IMPORTANT: If refrigeratoris to be
installed into a recess where top of
refrigerator is completely covered, use
dimensions from floor to top of hinge
cap to verify properclearance.
TRANSPORTINGYOUR
Observe these points when choosing the
final location for your refrigerator:
DO NOT install refrigerator near
oven, radiator orother heat source. If
not possible, shield refrigeratorwith
cabinet material.
DO NOT installwhere temperature
falls below 55° F (13° C). Malfunction
may occur at this temperature.
Toassure proper doorclosure, follow
the leveling instructions inthe
section, How to LevelYour
Refrigerator.
Your new refrigerator is uniquely
designed with twofresh food doors.
Either door can be opened or closed
independently of one another.
There is a vertically-hinged section on
the left fresh food door called the
SmartSeal. When the leftdoor isclosed,
the hinged section automatically forms a
seal between the two doors when both
doors are closed.
When the left door is opened, the
SmartSeal automatically folds inward so
that it is out of the way.
Follow these tips when moving the
refrigerator to final location:
NEVER transport refrigerator on its
side. If an upright positionis not
possible, lay refrigerator on its back.
Allow refrigerator to sit upright for
approximately 30 minutes priorto
plugging refrigerator in to assure oil
returns to the compressor. Plugging
refrigerator in immediately may cause
damage to internal parts.
Use an appliance doilywhen moving
refrigerator.ALWAYS truck
refrigerator from its side-NEVER
from its front or back.
Protect outside finish of refrigerator
during transport by wrapping cabinet
in blankets or insertingpadding
between the refrigerator anddolly.
Secure refrigerator to dolly firmly with
straps or bungeecords. Thread
straps through handleswhen
possible. DO NOT overtighten. Over-
tightening restraints may dent or
damage outside finish.
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ANDREPL, (iNG
Removing Fresh Food Handles
1. Locate either the plastic II
tool packaged withthe
literature pack or a plastic
putty knife• Pulling the
handle slightly outward, _._'7_
insert the tool, as illustrated• Tool
should slide in about :Y_".
2. With tool still in place,
grab portion of handle
closest to the tool area,
and firmly slide handle
upward to remove from
door.
3. Repeat to remove opposite fresh food
handle•
Removing Freezer Handle
1.Locateeitherthep,ast,c
tool packaged withthe
•
literature pack or a plastic
putty knife• Pulling the i_
handle slightly outward, ,_
insert the tool, as illustrated• Tool
should slide in about _".
2. With tool still in place, grab portion of
handle closest to the toot area, and
firmly slide handle right to remove
from door•
Replacing Fresh Food Handles
1. Making sure the outer curve of the
handle is facingthe hinge side of
door, align handleon door face just
above clips on door.
2. Push handle firmly
against door while sliding
handle downward until it
locks into place•
3. Repeat to install opposite
fresh food handle•
Some installations requiredoor removal
to get refrigerator into final location•
1. Unplug power cord
from power source•
2. Remove top hinge
covers by removing
Phillips screws•
>- Retainscrew and
cover for replacement•
3. Unscrew _" hex head screws from
right side top hingeto remove hinge•
>- Retainall screwsfor later use.
4. Lift right side refrigeratordoor from
center hinge pin. Remove door
closure from center hinge pin on the
right side.
Retain door closure for later use.
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5. Disconnect wire harnesson top of left
side refrigerator doortop hinge•
:,--Release two-pin connector by
pressing junction pointwith a fiat
blade screwdriver or fingernail•
Green ground wire remains
attached to the hinge.
6. Unscrew _',_"hex headscrews from
top hinge to remove hinge•
>- Retain allscrews for later use.
:,--Lift left side refrigeratordoor,
along with top hinge from center
hinge pin.
7. Remove rightand left center hinges
with Phillips screwdriver•
:,--Retain screws for later use.
Replacing Freezer Handle
1. Making sure the outer curve of the
handle is pointed toward the floor,
align handle on door face just to the
right of the clipson door.
2. Push handle firmly
against door while sliding
handle to the left until it
locks into place.
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8. Pull drawer open to fultextension.
10. Pull upper basket out to full 13. Remove both stabilizing brackets
extension, and lift out to remove, with _/8"hex head driver.
_.-Retain screwsfor later use.
11. Lift top of door to unhook door
supports from rail system. Liftdoor
out to remove.
9. Remove lower basket by pressing
inward on basket sides, then lift
basket.
PressTab Here
12. Remove toe grille and bottom
bracket covers.
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5. With drawer pulled out to full
extension, insert lower basket by
aligning tabs on both side of lower
basket with notches in rail assembly.
7. Install center hinges with Phillips
screws.
_.-Replace door closure on the right
side. Door closure cannot be
used on the left side.
1. Install stabilizing bracketswith %"hex
head driver.
2. Replace toe grille and bottom bracket
covers.
_--Snap bottom portion oftoe
grille into place first. Press
down on top part of grille until
top portion snaps into place.
3. Pull both rails out to full extension.
4. Hook door supports into rail tabs, as
illustrated, and lower doorinto final
position.
6. Stide upper basket into refrigerator.
Make sure that rearof basket hooks
behind rail catch.
8. Place hinge side of refrigerator door
on center hinge pin.
9. While holding refrigerator door
upright, tighten door top hingewith
_z,_"hex head driver.
10. Repeat steps 8 and 9 to install
second door.
11. Reconnect wire harness on left side
door.
12. Replace top hinge covers on both
hinges.
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HOWTOCONNECTTHE
MATERIALS NEEDED
7Zouter diameter flexible copper
tubing
:.--Brass compression nut and sleeve for
7_"outer diameter copper tubing.
Shut-off valve (requires a '/4"hole to
be drilled intowater supply before
valve attachment)
:.--Adjustable wrench
Y_"hex nut driver
NOTE: Add 8'to tubing length needed to
reach water supplyfor creation of
service loop.
1. Create service loop with tubing using
care to avoid kinks in tubing.
4. Place end of coppertubing intowater
valve inlet port.Shapetubingslightly -
DO NOT KINK- so that tubing feeds
straight into inlet port.
5. Slide brass nut over sleeveand
screw nut into inlet port. Tighten nut
with wrench.
2. Remove plastic cap from water valve
inlet port.
3. Place brass nut (A)and sleeve (B) on
copper tube end as illustrated.
A
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overtighten.
Cross threading may occur.
6. Pull on tubing to confirm connection
is secure. Connecttubing to frame
with water tubing clamp (C) and turn
on water supply.Check for leaksand
correct, if present.
C
7. Monitor water connection for 24
hours. Correct leaks if necessary.
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HOWTOkEYEkYOUR
If your refrigerator requires an ice maker
water supply connection, refer to How
to Connect the Water Supply section
before leveling your refrigerator.
MATERIALS NEEDED
:Y_"hex head driver
_- Level
1. Remove toe grille and bottom bracket
covers.
2. Turn both front adjustment screws (A)
clockwise to raiseand counter-
clockwise to lower.
3. Turn both rear adjustment screws (B)
clockwise to raiseand
counterclockwise to lower.
4. Turn stabilizing legs (C)clockwise
until firmly against floor.
5. Turn front roller adjustment screws
(A) 2 to 3times counterclockwise, so
that full weight of refrigerator rests on
stabilizing legs (C).
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6. Using a level, make sure front of
refrigerator is Y_"(6 ram) or '/, bubble
higher than back of refrigerator. See
leveling step 3for assistance.
7. Replace toe grille and bottom bracket
covers. See markingson inside of toe
grille to insure proper placement.
_- Snap bottom portion into place
first. Press down ontop part of
grille until top portion snapsinto
place.
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The controls are located at the top front of the refrigerator andfreezer compartments. NOTE: The freezer control turns the cooling
system on. Neither section will cool it freezer control is set to off.
Refrigerator Control
Freezer Control
CONTROLSETTINGS
1. Locate refrigerator controls at the top
of fresh food compartment and
freezer controls at top of freezer
section.
2. The manufacturer's recommended
setting for both compartments is 4.
3. Let the refrigeratorrun at least 8 to
12 hours before adding food.
4. Allow 24 hours for temperature to
stabilize.
ADJ[JSTINGTHE(ONTROB
>- 24 hours after adding food, you may
decide that one orboth
compartments should becolder or
warmer. It so, adjust the control(s) as
indicated in the Temperature Control
Guide.
Do not change either control more
than one number at a time.
>- Allow 5-8 hours for temperatures to
stabilize.
Refrigerator too warm
Refrigerator too cold
Freezer too warm
Freezer too cold
To turn refrigerator OFF
NOTE: "Fumingfreezer control to OFFstops cooling in both compartments. It does
not shut off power to the refrigerator.
:RBNFOOD TORA E
The fresh food compartment of a
refrigerator should be keptbetween
34° F and 40° F with an optimum
temperature of 37° F.To check the
temperature, place anappliance
thermometer in a glass of water and
place in the center of the refrigerator.
Check after 24 hours. Ifthe
temperature is above 40° F adjust the
control as explained above.
Turnthe refrigerator control to nexthigher number.
Turnthe refrigerator control to nextlower number.
Turnthe freezer control to next higher number.
Turnthe freezer control to next lower number.
Turnthe freezer control to OFE
ROZ R OOD TOR GE
The freezer compartment of a
refrigerator should be keptat
approximately 0° R To check the
temperature, place an appliance
thermometer between the frozen
packages and check after 24 hours. If
the temperature is above 0° F,adjust
the control as described above.
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Changing either control will have
some effect on the temperature of the
other compartment.
INSTALLING
WATER FILTER
WHEN DO I CHANGE THE
WATER FILTER?
1. Remove blue bypass cap and retain
for possible later use.
2. Remove sealing label from end of
filter and insert into filter head.
3. Rotate gently clockwise until tilter
stops, and snap tilter cover closed.
4. Reduce water spurts by flushing air
from system. Runwater continuously
for 2 minutes through dispenser until
water runs steady.
The filter should be changed
approximately every 6 months.
IMPORTANT: Condition of water and
amount used determines lifespan ot
water filter cartridge, tfwater use is
high, or it water is ot poor quality,
replacement may needto take place
more often.
HOW DO I ORDER A
REPLACEMENT FILTEtl
CARTRIDGE?
Kenmore®replacement water filter
cartridge model 9005 is available
through Sears dealers and servicers.
You may also orderthrough Sears by
using the information onthe back cover.
I'M TRYINGTO DISPENSE
WATERTOFLUSH THE
SYSTEM. WHERE'STHE
WATER?
During initial use, allow about a 1 to 2
minute delay inwater dispersal to allow
internal water tank to fill.
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Additional flushing may be
required in some households
where water is of poorquality.
REPLACING
WATER FILTER
IMPORTANT: Air trapped in system
may cause water and cartridge to eject.
Use caution when removing.
1. Turn filter counterclockwise until it
releases from tilter head.
2. Drain water from tilter into sink, and
dispose in normal household
garbage.
3. Wipe up excess water in tilter cover
and continue with Installing Water
Filter, steps 2 and 3.
WHATIF I CHOOSENOT
TO USE THE WATER
FILTRATIONSYSTEM?
Dispenser feature may be usedwithout
water filter cartridge, it you choose this
option, replace filterwith blue bypass
cap.
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SYSTEM SPECIFICATION AND PERFORMANCE DATA
SHEET REFRIGERATOR WATER FILTER CARTRIDGE
MODEL 9005
Specifications
Service Flow Rate (maximum) ...............................................0.75 GPM (2.83 L/min)
Rated Service LifeModei 9005 (maximum)...........................500gallons/1892 liters
Maximum Operating Temperature..........................................100° F/38° C
Minimum Operating Temperature...........................................33° F/1_C
Minimum Pressure Requirement............................................35 psi/138 kPa
Maximum Operating Pressure ...............................................120 psi/827kPa
PERFORMANCE DATA
Substance
Lead
Lead
Cyst
Turbidity
Undane
Atrazine
Chlorine
Particulate*'
2,4-D
Asbestos
* Tested using a flow rate of 0.75 GPM (283 L/rain ) and a maximum pressure of !20 psi (827 kPa)
under standard laboratory conditions, however, actual performance may vary. Health Ctaim
Performance tested and certified by NSF International
** Particle size range classification of test Particles used were 05 -1 microns
Influent Challenge
Concentration
015 mg/L +/- 10%
015 mg/L +/- 10%
Minimum 50,000/L
I1+/-1 NTU
0002 mg/L +/- 10%
0.009 mg/L +/- 10%
20 mg/L +/- t0%
at least 10,000
particles/mL
0.210 mg/L +/- 10%
107to108fibers/Lfibers9ieater
than10micrometersinlength
Stateof Ca[_f_111_
D_-p_ tmen_of Hea[_ S_4c_
WaI¢'] TlCalmellt Device
Cellificate Numbel
01 1486
Effluent Average % Maximum
Average Reduction Effluent
0001 mg/L 99.33% 0001 mg/L
0002 mg/L 98.66% 0003 mg/L
t count/mL 99.99% 3 count/mL
0.12 NTU 98.98% 0t8 NTU
000005 mg/L 9762% 0.00005 mg/L
00002 mg/L 9793% 0.0006 mg/L
009 mg/L 95.26% 0.17 mg/L
900 count/mL 9968% 2400 count/mL
4545 ug/L 84.42% 100ug/L
0.16MFUmL 99.96",,, 0t6 MFUmL
Min. Required
Reduction
0010 mg/L
0010 mg/L
> 9995%
0.5 NTU
000002 mg/L
0003 mg/L
_>75%
_>85%
00017 mg/L
99%
Inlet
pH
6.5
8.5
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
GENERAL USE
CONDITIONS
Read this Performance Data Sheet and
compare the capabilities of this
refrigerator with your actualwater
treatment needs.
DO NOT use this product where water
is microbiologically unsafe or of
unknown quality without adequate
disinfection installed before orafter
filtration system. Systems certified
for cyst reduction maybe used on
disinfected water that maycontain
filterable cysts.
Use only with cold water supply.
Check for compliance with the state
and local laws and regulations.
The retractable water filtration system
uses a 9005 replacementcartridge (see
Sears contact information at the back of
your Use andCare Guide to order).
Timely replacement of filter cartridge is
essential for performance satisfaction
from this filtration system. Please refer
to the applicable section in this Use and
Care Guide for general operation,
maintenance requirements and
troubleshooting.
This system hasbeen tested according
toANSI/NSF 42 and 53 for reduction of
the substances listed below.The
concentration of the indicated
substances in water enteringthe system
was reducedto a concentration less than
or equal to the permissible limit for water
leaving the system, as specified in
ANSI/NSF 42 and 53.
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Tested and certified by NSF International against ANSI/NSF Standards 42 and 53 in
models WF50-KNI300 and WF50-KWlS00 tot the reduction or:
Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects Standard No. 53: Health Effects
Taste and Odor Reduction Chemical Reduction Unit
CNodne Reduction Lead. Atrazine Lindane and 2. 4-D Reduction
Mechanical Filtration Unit Mechanical Filiration Unit
Particulate Reduction Class t Cyst, Turbidity and Asbestos Reduction
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STORAGE
A Water Dispenser
is located onthe
left sidewall of the
fresh food section.
This design is for
cold water
dispensing only.
To dispense
water:
>- Hold container under spout and press
dispenser pad, as illustrated.
SPILLPROOF SHELVES
Spillproof Shelves hold _ _
simple spills for easier
cleaning.
_--Toremove shelves, lift
up and out.
>- Toinstall shelves, reverse above
procedure.
Spillproof Slide-out _ .
Shelves feature _ ]_
the convenience __>]
of easy cleaning I_
with a pullout _ '
design to reach items in the back. For
ease of cleaning, glass shelf may be
removed by pullingto full extension and
lifting out of frame.
DAIRY CENTER
The Dairy Center
provides convenient
storage for items
such as butter,
yogurt, cheese, etc.
This compartment is an adjustable
feature located in the door. It can be
moved to several different locations to
accommodate storage needs.
To remove, open dairy door, pull
upward and tiltout.
_Toinstall, reverseabove procedure.
DOOR BUCKETS
Door Buckets adjust to
meet individual storage
needs.
To remove,
slide bucket up
and pull
straight out.
>To install, reverse above procedure.
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> DO NOT line crispers with paper
towels. Towels wiltretain moisture.
To remove and install Gourmet
Pantry:
HUMIDITY-CONTROLLED
CRISPER DRAWERS
The Crisper Drawer keeps produce
fresh longer by providing an
environment with adjustable humidity.
Controls
The
crisper
controls
regulate
the amount of humidity in the crisper
drawer. Use the low setting for produce
with outer skins. Usethe high setting for
leafy produce.
To remove and install crisper
drawers:
>- Toremove
drawer,
pull drawer
out to full extension. Tilt up front of
drawer and pull straight out.
Toinstall, insert drawer intoframe
rails and push back into place.
HOW DO I REMOVE THE GLASS
AND CRISPER FRAME IF I WANT
TO CLEAN IT?
Remove the drawers as instructed
above.
>- Place hand beneath frame to push up
glass from underneath. Lift glass out.
>- Liftframe from refrigerator liner rails.
Toinstall, replaceframe on liner rails
and insert glass into grooves on top
of frame.
WHAT CAN I DO TO PROLONG
THE LIFE OF MY PRODUCE?
Please observe the following rules when
storing produce in humidity-controlled
crisper drawers:
_.-DO NOT place leafy vegetables in
the Gourmet Pantry. Colder
temperatures wilt damage leafy
produce.
> Followcontrol instructions carefully.
Not setting controls correctly may
damage produce.
See belowfor correct humidity drawer
control settings:
LOW • cauliflower • apples
• corn • oranges
• zucchini • grapes
• cucumbers
HIGH • lettuce • asparagus
• spinach • cabbage
• celery • broccoli
• fresh sprouts • fresh herbs
GOURMETPANTRY
The Gourmet Pantry provides storage
space with a variable temperature
control that keeps the compartment
colder than refrigerator temperature. The
drawer also features a self-opening lid
that opens wheneverthe drawer is
pulled open.
This drawer can be used for large party
trays, deli items, or beverages.
Controls
The control regulates
the air temperature in
the drawer. Set control
level to cold to provide
normal refrigerator
temperature. Use the coldest setting for
meats or other deli items.
NOTE: Cold air directed to the Gourmet
Pantry can decrease refrigerator
temperature. Refrigerator control may
need to be adjusted.
_.-To remove Gourmet Pantry, lift tid and
pull drawer out to full extension. Tilt
up front of drawer and pull straight
out.
_--To install, push metalglide rails tothe
back of the refrigerator.Placedrawer
onto rails and slidedrawer back until it
falls into place.
WHAT SETTINGS SHOULD I USE
FOR ITEMS IN MY GOURMET
PANTRY?
You should not store lettuce or other
leafy produce inthis drawer.
COLD COLDEST
cauliflower • steaks
cucumbers • hard cheeses
zucchinis • cold cuts
apples • bacon
corn • hot dogs
oranges
grapes
>- DO NOT wash produce before
placing in crispers.Any additional
moisture added to the drawers may
cause produceto prematurely spoil.
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AUTOMATICiCEMAKER
Using Ice Makerfor the First Time
1. Confirm ice bin is in
place and icemaker
arm is down.
2. After freezer section reaches
between 0° to 2° F (-18° to -17° C),
ice maker fillswith water and begins
operating.
3. Allow approximately 24 hours after
installation to receive first harvest of
ice.
Operating Instructions
1. Confirm ice bin is in place and ice
maker arm is down.
2. After freezersection reaches0° to 2° F
(-18° to -17° O), ice makerfills with
water and begins operating.You will
have a complete harvest of ice
approximately every 3 hours.
3. Stop ice production
by raising ice maker
arm until click is
heard.
4. Ice maker will remain in the off
position until arm is pushed down.
PULLOUT DRAWER
BASKETS
(Door assembly o1drawer removed from
illustration for visual clarity)
To remove and replace baskets:
:,--See page 8 for basket removaland
page 9 for replacement instructions.
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4. Discard ice created within first 12
hours of operation to verify system is
flushed o1impurities.
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TOCLEANYOURREI:RIGERATOR
PART
Textured Doors
and Exterior
Cabinet Interior
Stainless Steel Doors
and Exterior*
IMPORTANT: Damage
to stainless steel finish
due to improper use of
cleaning products or
non-recommended
products is not covered
under this product's
warrant_
Door Gaskets
Condenser Coil
Remove base grille to
aCCeSS
Condenser Fan Outlet
Grille
See back of refrigerator
Accessories Shelves,
buckets, drawers, etc.
DO NOT USE
Abrasive or harsh cleaners
Ammonia
Chlorine bleach
Concentrated detergents or
solvents
>- Metalor plastic-textured
scouring pads
>- Abrasive or harsh cleaners
Ammonia
Chlorine bleach
>- Concentrated detergents or
solvents
Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads
Vinegar-based products
Citrus-based cleaners
Abrasive or harsh cleaners
Metal or plastic-textured
scouring pads
>- A dishwasher
DO
use 4 tablespoons of baking soda dissolved in 1quart
(1 liter) warm soapywater.
Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately
to avoid water spots.
>- Usewarm, soapy water and a soft, clean cloth orsponge.
Rinse surfaces with clean warm water and dry immediately
to avoid water spots.
Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle.
Use a vacuum cleaner hose nozzle with brush attachment.
>- Follow removaland installation instructions from appropriate
feature section.
Allow items to adjustto room temperature.
>- Dilute mild detergent and use a soft clean cloth or sponge
for cleaning.
Use a plastic bristlebrush to get into crevices.
>- Rinse surfaceswith clean warm water.
Dry glass and clear items immediately to avoid spots.
* A stainless steel cleaner has been included inside the refrigerator for your use. To purchase additional cleaner please contact
Sears using the information on the back of your manual.
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TO
1. Remove all food.
2. Disconnect refrigerator.
3. Clean the following items-paying
special attention to crevices-using
the appropriate instructions in How to
Clean Your Refrigerator:
Walls,floor and ceiling of cabinet
interior.
Drawers, shelves andgaskets.
4. Wash and dry all bottles, containers
and jars. Discard spoiled or expired
items.
5. Wrap or store odor-causing foods in
tightly-sealed containers to prevent
reoccurring odors.
6. Connect power to refrigerator and
return food.
7. After 24 hours, check if odor has
been eliminated.
If odor is still present...
1. Remove drawers and place on top
shelf of refrigerator.
2. Pack refrigerator and freezer
sections-including doors-with
crumpled sheets of black and white
newspaper.
3. Place charcoal briquettes randomly
on crumpled newspaper in both
freezer and refrigerator
compartments.
4. Closedoors and let stand24-48 hours.
5. Repeat steps 5 through 7 above.
If odor was noteliminated, contact
Sears Service Center. Refer to backof
manual for phone number.
ENERGY+A++NGt+EAS
> Avoid overcrowding refrigerator
shelves. This reduces effectivity of air
circulation around food and causes
refrigerator to run longer.
> Avoid adding too much warm food to
refrigerator at onetime. This
overloads compartments and slows
rate of cooling.
> Do not usealuminum foil, wax paper,
or paper toweling as shelfliners. This
decreases air flow andcauses
refrigerator to run tessefficiently.
> Afreezer that is _+full runs most
efficiently.
> Locate refrigeratorin coolest part of
room. Avoid areas of direct sunlight,
or near heating ducts, registers, or
other heat producing appliances, if
this is not possible, isolateexterior by
using a section of cabinet or an
added layer of insulation.
> Refer to section in Use and Care
Guide on temperature controls for
recommended control settings.
:,--Clean door gaskets every three
months according to Use and Care
Guide instructions. This wilt assure
that door seals properly and
refrigerator runs efficiently.
Taketime to organize items in
refrigerator to reduce time that door
is open.
> Be sure your doors are closing
securely by leveling refrigeratoras
instructed in your Useand Care
Guide.
Clean condenser coilsoff as
indicated in the Useand Care Guide
every 3 months. This will increase
energy efficiency and cooling
performance.
FRESH FOOD SECTION
1. Slide shield toward
back of
compartment to
release from light
assembly.
2. Remove light bulbs.
3. Replace with appliance bulbs no
greater than 40 watts.
4.
Replace fight bulb
cover by inserting
tabs on fight shield
into liner holes on
each side of light
assembly. Slide shield toward front of
refrigerator until it locks into place.
DO NOT force shield beyond locking
point. Doing so may damage light
shield.
FREEZER
1 Pinch reartabson
lightcover andpull
straightdown.
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2. Remove light _ f /7
bulb. B
3. Replace bulb with appliance bulb no
greater than 40 watts.
4.
Insert front tabs of fight cover into
freezer liner and snap rearportion
over light assembly until reartabs
engage.
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Today'srefrigerators use foam insulation and are more energy efficientthan refrigerators of the past. However,foam insulation is
not as sound absorbentas former insulated models. As a result, certain sounds may be unfamiliar.In time, these sounds will
become familiar. Please refer to this information before calling service.
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Clicking > Freezercontrol (A) clicks when > Normal operation
starting or stopping compressor.
Defrost timer (B) sounds like an > Normal operation
electric clock and snaps in and
out of defrost cycle.
Air rushing or whirring > Freezerfan (C} and condenser > Normal operation
fan (D} make this noise while
operating.
Gurgling or boiling > Evaporator (E) and heat _ Normal operation
sound exchanger (F) refrigerant makes
this noise when flowing.
Thumping >- icecubes from ice maker (select >- Normal operation
models) drop into icebucket (G).
Vibrating noise > Compressor (H) makes a _ Normal operation
pulsating sound while running.
Refrigerator is not level. > See installation Instructions for details on how to levelyour
refrigerator.
Buzzing _ ice maker watervalve (I) _ Normal operation
hookup (select models) buzzes
when ice maker fills with water.
Humming > ice maker (J) is inthe 'on' > Stop sound by raising ice maker arm to 'off' position. See
position without water Automatic Ice Maker section inyour Use and Care Guide
connection, for details.
Normal operationCompressor(H)can makea high-
pitched humwhile operating.
Hissing or > Defrostheater(K) hisses,sizzles > Normal operation
popping or popswhen operational.
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PROBLEM
Food temperature
appears too warm
Refrigerator has an odor
Water droplets form on
outside of refrigerator
Water droplets form on
inside of refrigerator
Refrigerator or ice maker
make unfamiliar sounds
or seems too loud
Crisper drawers do not Contents of drawer, or positioning of items in Reposition food items and containers to avoid interference
close freely the surrounding compartment coutd be with the drawers.
Refrigerator runs too
frequently
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Door is not ctosing properly.
Controls need to be adjusted.
Condenser coils are dirty.
Rear air grille is blocked.
Door has been opened frequently, or has
been opened for bng periods.
Food has recently been added.
Compartment is dirty or has odor-causing
food.
Check gaskets for properseal.
Humidity levels are high.
Controls require adjustment.
Humidity levels are high or door has been
opened frequently.
Check gaskets for properseal.
Normal operation.
obstructing drawer.
Drawer is not inproper position.
Refrigerator is not level
Drawer channels are dirty or need treatment.
Doors have been opened frequently or have
been opened for tong periods of time.
Humidity or heat insurrounding area is high.
Food has recently been added.
Refrigerator is exposed to heat by
environment or by appliances nearby.
Condenser coils are dirty.
SOLUTION
See Installing Your Refrigerator-How to Level Your
Refrigerator section on how to proper_ylevel refrigerator.
Check gaskets for proper seat.Clean, if necessary, according
to cleaning instructions.
Check far internal obstructions that are keeping door from
cbsing properly (i.e. improperly closed drawers, ice buckets,
oversized or improperly stored containers orfoodstuffs, etc.)
See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures-
Adjusting the Controls section on howto adiust your controls.
See section on Hints and Care-How to Clean Your
Refrigerator for instructions.
Check the positioning of food items in refrigerator to make
sure grille isnot blocked. Rear air gbltes are Iocatedunder
crisper drawers.
Reduce time door is open. Organize food itemsefficientiy to
assure door is open for as short a time as passibie.
Allow interior environment to adjust for period the door has
been open.
Allow time for recently added food to reachrefrigerator or
freezer temperature.
See section on Hints and Care for instructions.
See section on Hints and Care-How to Clean Your
Refrigerator for instructions.
See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures-
Adjusting the Controls section on howto adjust your controls.
See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures-
Adjusting the Controls section on howto adjust your controls.
See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures-
Adjusting the Controls section an howto adjust your controls.
Reduce time door is open. Organize food items efficiently to
assure door is open for as short a time as possible.
See section on Hints and Care-How to Clean Your
Refrigerator for instructions.
Refer to Normal Operating Sounds.
See section on Fresh Food Features-Climate-Controlled
Drawers to verify drawer positioning.
See Installing Your Refrigerator-How to Level Your
Refrigerator section an how to property level refrigerator.
Clean drawer channels with warm soapy water. Rinse and
dry thoroughly. AppIy a thin layer of petroleum jelly to drawer
channels.
Reduce time door is open. Organize food itemsefficientty to
assure door is open for as short a time as possibte.
Allow interior environment to adjust for period the door has
been open.
Normal operation.
Allow time for recently-added food to reach refrigerator or
freezer temperature.
Evaluate your refrigerator's environment. Refrigerator may
need to be moved to run more efficiently.
See section on Hints and Care-How to Clean Your
Refrigerator for instructions.
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PROBLEM
Refrigerator runs too
frequently continued
Refrigerator is leaking PIastic tubing was used to complete water Sears recommends using copper tubing for installation.
water connection. Plastic is tessdurable and can cause Ieakage. Sears is not
Ice forms in inlet tube to improper water valve was installed. See section on Installing Your Refrigerator-How to
ice maker Connect the Water Supply for Instructions. Self-piercing and
Water flow is slower than Freezer temperature istoo high. See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures-
normal Adjusting the Controls section on how to adjust your
POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Controls need to be adjusted.
Door is not closing properly.
Water pressureis low. Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per
Water pressure is low. Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per
improper water valve was installed. See section on Installing Your Refrigerator-How to
See Setting and Maintaining Proper Temperatures-
Adjusting the Controls section on howto adjust your controls.
See Installing Your Refrigerator-How to Level Your
Refrigerator section on how to property level refrigerator.
Checkgaskets forproperseal Clean,ifnecessary.Seesectionon
Hinte and Care-How to CleanYour Refrigerator for instructions.
Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door from
closing properly (i.e. improperly cIesed drawers, ice buckets,
oversized or improperlystored containers or foodstuffs, etc.)
responsible for property damage due to improper
installation or water connection.
¾0"saddte valves cause low water pressure and may clog the
line over time. Sears is not responsible for property
damage due to improper installation or water connection.
square inchto function properly.A minimum pressure of
35 pounds per square inch is recommended for refrigerators
with water filters.
controls. Freezer is recommended to be between 0 to 2° F
(-18 to -17° C).
square inchto function properly.A minimum pressure of
35 pounds per square inchis recommended for refrigerators
with water filters.
Connect the Water Supply for instructions.Self-piercing and
¾o"saddte valves cause low water pressure and may clog the
line over time. Sears i8 not responsible for property
damage due to improper installation or water connection.
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