Unpacking Your Refrigerator 8
Installation
Base Grille
Removing, R e v e r s i ng and Replacing
Your Refrigerator Doors
Leveling and Door Alignment
Using Your Refrigerator
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation
Multi Flow
Setting the Controls
Adjusting Control Settings
Food Storage Guide
Storing Frozen Food
Refrigerator Shelves
Snack Pan
Dairy Corner
Crisper Humidity Control
Crisper with Tilt-out feature
Egg Box
Crisper Cover with Lattice on inner Surface
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Door Racks
Modular Door Bins
Ice Bin
Durabase
Durabase Divider
Glide-Out Drawer Basket
Care and Cleaning
General Cleaning Tips
Outside22
Inside Walls22
Door Liner and Gaskets22
Plastic Parts22
Condenser Coils22
Light Bulb Replacement 22-23
Power Interruptions23
When you go on vacation23
About the Automatic Icemaker24
Connecting the Water Line 25-27
Troubleshooting Guide
Customer ServiceBack Cover
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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.
Five Year Limited Warranty on Sealed Refrigeration System
For five years from the date of purchase, when this refrigerator is installed, operated, and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it, Sears will repair the sealed system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting tubing, and compressor), free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship.
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. Aservice technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance.
3. Aservice 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
5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended
6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than
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.
purpose.
with the product.
those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.
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This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States and Canada. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL60179
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.
BOTTOM FREEZER REFRIGERATOR
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Kenmore Elite Appliance Warranty
WARRANTY
Kenmore Elite Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if any non-consumable
part of this appliance other than the sealed refrigerant system fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within
one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair. This coverage applies for only 90
days from the date of purchase if this appliance is ever used for other than private family purposes.
If the sealed refrigerant system is defective within five years from the purchase date, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange
for free repair. This coverage applies for only one year from the date of purchase if this appliance is ever used for other
than private family purposes.
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 the 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 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 or Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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 nationwide service, as
often as you want us, whenever you want us.
"No-lemon” guarantee - replacement of your covered
product if four or more product failures occur within
twelve months.
Product replacement if your covered product can’t be
Fixed.
Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your
Request - no extra charge.
Fast help by phone - we 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.
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Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is
all that it takes for you to schedule service. You can call
anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment
online.
The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase.
If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty
period, we will provide a full refund. Or, a prorated refund
anytime after the product warranty period expires.
Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and
additional information in the U.S.A. call 1-800-827-6655.
*Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full
details call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6655.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears professional installation of home appliances,
garage door openers, water heaters, and other major
home items, in the U.S.A. or Canada call
1-800-4-MY-HOME .
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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 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.
Serial No. Dealer
Save these instructions and attach your sales receipt for future reference.
Date of Purchase
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY MESSAGES
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 don’t follow instructions.
WARNING
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
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.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.
WARNING
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
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
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 burnedout light bulb may break when being replaced.)
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.
NOTE: Setting
The refrigerator-freezer should be so positioned that the supply
plug is accessible for quick disconnection when accident happens.
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.
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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CAUTION
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduce physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by person responsible for their safety.
appliance.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT
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.
CFC DISPOSAL
Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system that usedIf you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure
CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons). CFCs are believed to harmthe CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a
stratospheric ozone. qualified servicer. If you intentionally release this CFC
This appliance contains fluid (refrigerant, lubricant), is
made of parts and materials which are reusable and / or
recyclable. All the important materials should be sent to
the collecton center of waste material and can be reused
after rework (recycling).
For take back, please contact with the local agency.
refrigerant, you can be subject to fines and imprisonment
under provisions of environmental legislation.
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT:
TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
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
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.
Please read carefully.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
3-prong
grounding type
wall receptacle
Ensure proper
ground exists
before use.
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 (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.
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PARTS AND FEATURES
B
C
D
E
F
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G
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Q
P
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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.
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Cool Sense Electronic Temperature
A
Control System
B
Refrigerator Light
C
Refrigerator Shelves
Egg Box*
D
E
Snack Pan
Supra Fresh Crisper with Tilt-Out Compartment*
F
Adjusta Cube Ice Maker*
G
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Ice Bin
Ice Tray *
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Durabase
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Divider
Glide-Out Drawer Basket
L
Freezer Light
M
Refrigerator Door Rack
N
Wine Rack*
O
Modular Door Bins
P
Dairy Corner
Q
*On some models
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
WARNING
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 usign. Do not remove any warningtype
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.
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.
Excessive Weight Hazard
3. 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.
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 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 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 replace Base Grille:
1. Remove the 2 screws from the bottom front part of
refrigerator.
2. Place Base Grille into position and insert and tighten
screws.
To remove the base grille
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.
INSTALLATION
1. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight,
or moisture.
2. 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 ( ) to
raise the unit, counterclockwise ( ) to lower it.
1. Open the doors. (Refrigerator and Freezer)
2. Once doors are open, remove screws from Base Grille
and remove.
3. Reattach screws to the base of refrigerator.
A proper distance from adjacent items
Please keep the refrigerator at a proper distance from
other things. Too small a distance from adjacent items
may result in lowered freezing capability and increased
electricity charge consumption.
2”
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(5.08 cm)
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
REMOVING,REVERSING AND REPLACING
T O O L S Y O U M A Y N E E D
10 mm
1/4 in
3/8 in
Hex head socket wrench
Other Important and necessary tools are:
1/4 inch socket wrench 10mm open-end wrench
•
Adjustable wrench Flat 2-inch putty knife
•
No. 2 Phillips screwdriver
•
•
REFRIGERATOR DOORS (For Drawer Type Models)
Flat head screwdriver
Allen wrench
IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF and unplug it. Remove food and any
adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
HOW TO REVERSE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION
(when converting from the left-opening type to rightopening type)
1. Removing Refrigerator Door
Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a flat head screwdriver
•
and remove (1).
Using 10 mm socket wrench, remove the 3 bolts and lift off the
•
Top Hinge. Set parts aside (2).
Lift the Refrigerator door (3) slightly and remove it.
•
Pry off the cover (4) using a slotted screwdriver to find the
hole screw and attach it on the right.
Loosen the screws (5), remove the stopper (6) and
attach them on the left (on the opposite side).
Using a ¼-inch socket wrench, loosen and remove
Hinge Pin (8) from the Middle Hinge Pin Bracket.
NOTE: At this point the door will be loose, lift up
door slightly and remove it.
Loosen the 2 screws (9) and the 2 screws (10), and
•
lift off the middle hinge (11).
Use a flat tip screwdriver to pry off bottom hole cover
•
(7) and attach it on the right.
1/4 in
3/32 in
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HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES
2.Removing Refrigerator Handle
NOTE: To assist in installing the handle on the right
side, place a small piece of masking tape near the
top of the handle before removing.
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).
Use an adjustable wrench to remove the handle
mounting screws (3).
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REFRIGERATORINSTALLATION
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
Carefully loosen the plug buttons with your fingers(4).
The buttons can be unscrewed with your fingers,
rotating the pieces counter clockwise, and then
the piece will be loose and fall. The buttons were
installed without some pressure, for this reason the
action can be done with your forefinger or thumb
finger or with both.
Remove a layer of adhesive and backing to expose
new adhesive.
Install the plug buttons (4) on left side, rotating these
pieces at clockwise with your fore and thumb fingers.
Install the handle mounting screw (3) on the right side
Hold the handle so the masking tape is at the bottom.
Align keyhole slots (2) on the top and bottom of the
back of the handle with the screws (3) mounted on
the front of the door.
Press the handle against the door front, making sure
that the screws (3) go into the keyhole slots (2).
Grasping the handle with both hands, press it firmly
against the front of the door and slide the handle
down (6). This may require some force.
3. Installing Refrigerator Door
Install the middle hinge (1) on the opposite side with the
screws (2), and the screw (3).
Install the door (4) so that it fits onto the middle hinge
pin (5).
Install the top hinge (6) with screws.
Reinstall top hinge cover (7).
4. After Completing the Job
Make sure that each at the four corners of the door
gasket is not folded over on itself. To ensure a good
seal, apply a small amount of silicon grease on the
gasket.
Corner
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
REMOVING,REVERSING AND REPLACING
T O O L S Y O U M A Y N E E D
10 mm
1/4 in
3/8 in
Hex head socket wrench
Other Important and necessary tools are:
1/4 inch socket wrench 10mm open-end wrench
•
Adjustable wrench Flat 2-inch putty knife
•
IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF
and unplug it. Remove food and any adjustable door or
HOW TO REVERSE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION
(when converting from the left-opening type to rightopening type)
1. Removing Refrigerator Door
•
Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a flat head screwdriver
and remove (1).
•
Using 10 mm socket wrench, remove the 3 bolts and lift off the
Top Hinge. Set parts aside (2).
Lift the Refrigerator door (3) slightly and remove it.
Pry off the cover (4) using a slotted screwdriver to find the
hole screw and attach it on the right.
Loosen the screws (5), remove the stopper (6) and
attach them on the left (on the opposite side).
Using a ¼-inch socket wrench, loosen and remove
Hinge Pin (7) from the Middle Hinge Pin Bracket.
NOTE: At this point the door will be loose, lift up door slightly
and remove it.
Loosen the 2 screws (9) and the 2 screws (10), and lift off the
•
middle hinge (11).
No. 2 Phillips screwdriver
•
•
REFRIGERATOR DOORS (For Swing Type Models)
1/4 in
3/32 in
Flat head screwdriver
Allen wrench
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2. Removing Freezer Door
Before, remove totally the refrigerator door.
Lift the door (10) slightly and remove it.
Loosen the 2 screws (11), the 2 screws (12), and lift off the middle hinge (13).
Pry off the cover (9) using a slotted screwdriver and attach it on the right.
Remove
the base grille (14).
Loosen the 2 screws (16), remove the bottom hinge
(17), and attach on the left.
Loosen the 2 screws (18) and attach the stopper (19)
on the left side of the base.
HOW TO REMOVE DOOR HANDLES
NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from illustrations on this page.
2.. Removing Refrigerator Handle
••Loosen the set screws (1) with the 3/32” Allen
wrench and remove the handle (2).
Loosen the handle mounting fasteners (3)
with the 1/4” Allen wrench.
11
Set Screw
Allen Wrench
14
Mounting
Fasteners
1
2
3
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