Sears Kenmore 57082,Kenmore 57085,Kenmore 57582,Kenmore 57587,Kenmore 57089,Kenmore 57542,Kenmore 57547 Owner's Manual
6_6 Owner's Manual
SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIGERATOR
Model No: 57082, 57085, 57089, 57542, 57547, 57582, 57587
CAUTION:
Read and follow all safety rules and
operating instructions before first use of
this product.
(Model 57542 shown)
• Safety Instructions
• Installation Information
° Operating Instructions
° Care and Cleaning
° Troubleshooting
Electrical Requirements
,_ Recognize this symbol as a safety precaution.
[,_WARNING: Electrical Grounding Instructions--This refrigerator is equipped with
a three-prong (grounding) plug for protection against possible shock hazards. If you
encounter a two-prong receptacle, contact a qualified electrician and have the two-prong
wall receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle in accordance
with the National Electrical Code.
Refrigerator is designed to operate on a separate 103 to 126 volt, 15 amp., 60 cycle line.
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the round grounding prong from
the plug. Refrigerator must be grounded at all times. Do not remove warning tag from power cord.
_WARNING
Do not use a two-prong adapter. Do not use an extension cord.
Grounding
prong
Proper Disposal of Your Refrigerator
IMPORTANT: 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 discard an old
refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to
help prevent accidents.
BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD
REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER:
• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so children may not
easily climb inside.
Contents
Electrical Requirements ........................................... 2
Proper Disposal ofYour Refrigerator ........................ 2
Installation Checklist ................................................ 3
Installation Instructions
Spacing Requirements ......................................... 4
Leveling Refrigerator ............................................ 4
Removing Handles ............................................... 4
Tools Required ..................................................... 4
Removing Doors ................................................... 5
Connecting Water Supply ..................................... 6
Controls
Refrigerator and Freezer Controls ........................ 8
Setting Controls .................................................... 8
Fresh Food Features
Fresh Food Shelves .............................................. 8
Temperature Controlled Meat Drawer ................... 9
Crisper Drawers ................................................... 9
Bottle Rack (some models) ................................ 10
Covered Storage Bucket (Some models) ............ 10
Dairy Center (Some models) .............................. 10
Snack Shelf (Some models) ............................... 10
Temperature Controlled Beverage Cooler
(Some models) ................................................... 11
Door Shelves ...................................................... 11
Adjustable Divider (Some models) ..................... 11
Freezer Features
Automatic Ice Maker ........................................... 12
Food Organizer Storage ..................................... 12
Door Shelves ...................................................... 13
Tall Package Retainer (Some models) ................ 13
Ice Compartment ................................................ 13
Door Buckets ...................................................... 13
Ice and Water Dispenser .................................... 14
Care and Cleaning
General Cleaning ............................................... 15
Adhesives ........................................................... 15
Door Gaskets ..................................................... 15
Condenser Coils ................................................. 15
Glass Shelves .................................................... 16
Odor Removal .................................................... 16
Light Bulb Replacement ..................................... 16
Energy Tips ........................................................... 17
Vacation Tips ......................................................... 17
Normal Operating Sounds ..................................... 18
Refrigerator Troubleshooting Guide ....................... 19
Warranty ................................................................ 23
Installation Checklist
Verify the following has been completed to ensure proper
operation of your refrigerator.
Doors
• Handles are solidly attached.
• Doors seal completely to refrigerator cabinet.
• Doors are aligned squarely.
Leveling
• Refrigerator is tilted 1/4"(6 mm) higher from front to
rear.
• Make sure doors are level at the top of the
refrigerator doors.
• Make sure refrigerator is level from side to side and
front to back.
Ice Maker
• Water supply to refrigerator is connected and turned
on.
• Water leaks are not present at connection between
household water supply and refrigerator. (After 24
hours check connection for water leaks.)
• Ice maker arm is in on position for ice production. (It
may take up to 24 hours for first harvest of ice.)
Electrical
• Properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle is used to
plug in refrigerator.
Installation Instructions
Proper installation will ensure this refrigerator operates
most efficiently.
Spacing Requirements
WARNING: Keep flammable materials and
vapors, such as gasoline away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, fire, or
burns.
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator,
allow for a 1" (2.5 cm) space at the top and sides of
your refrigerator.
If your refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you
leave some extra space at the back to allow for the
water line connection. The refrigerator can be flush
with the back wall if you do not have an ice maker
installed.
If you are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed
wall, leave 2 3/4"minimum on each side (depending
on your model) to allow for the door to swing open
90°
3. Place a level on top of refrigerator cabinet and level
refrigerator.
• Refrigerator should be level from side to side. Place
level on front and back edges of refrigerator cabinet
to check side to side leveling. Adjust front and back
adjustment screws as needed to level.
• Turn front roller adjustment screws to raise front of
refrigerator 1/4"(6 mm), or 1/2bubble on your level,
higher than the back of your refrigerator.
4. If tops of doors are not aligned after leveling, loosen
3/s"refrigerator door hinge screws by 2 turns. Turn
cam 1 increment at a time until doors are aligned.
(Cam is turned clockwise to raise the door,
counterclockwise to lower the door.) Open and close
doors. Tighten hinge screws.
Rear roller
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Front roller
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NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven,
radiator, or other heat source, nor in a location where
the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C).
Leveling Refrigerator
WARNING: Disconnect power to refrigerator
before removing doors to avoid electrical shock which
can cause severe personal injury or death. After
replacing doors, connect power.
Some installations may require handle or door removal to
get the refrigerator into the home. If so proceed to
"Handle Removal" or "Door Removal" sections.
If your refrigerator requires ice maker water supply
connection, proceed to "Connect Ice Maker Water
Supply", section before leveling the refrigerator.
.
Remove toe grille.
2.
Turn front and rear roller adjustment screws to raise
or lower refrigerator cabinet until refrigerator is
stable.
Removing Handles
Tools Required
Putty knife (blade covered by masking tape)
5/16"hex nut driver
3/s"hex nut driver
Phillips screwdriver
Blade screwdriver
,_ WARNING: Disconnect power to refrigerator
before removing doors to avoid electrical shock which
can cause severe personal injury or death. After
replacing doors, connect power.
Some installations may require handle removal to get
the refrigerator into the home. If so, perform the following
steps:
Models 57582, 57587, 57542, 57547
Pry up edge of handle trim using a putty knife, with
the blade end covered in masking tape. Remove
handle from door by removing 2 mounting screws at
each end of handle.
Handle trim
Screw-
Screw
Handle trim
6 hex head
handle screws
2. To replace handle, mount handle to door with 2
mounting screws. Snap handle trim in place over
ends of handle.
Models 57082, 57085, 57089
1. Pry up edge of handle trim by inserting screwdriver
with the blade covered in masking tape, under top
edge of handle trim and pry upward as you work
your way down the handle. Remove handle cap from
top of handle.
• Pry up bottom edge of dispenser facade on
freezer door. Pull facade out of dispenser cavity
before removing freezer door handle trim.
(Dispenser units only.)
2. Remove 6 handle screws with 1/4"nut driver.
3. Remove handles from door.
.
Replace handle by performing steps 2-3 in reverse
order. Replace handle trim by snapping back in place
over handle trim.
Removing Doors
Some installations may require door removal to get the
refrigerator into the home. If so, perform the following
steps:
.
Remove toe grille.
2.
Loosen water tube clamp screw. Loosen plastic
water tube union nut. Pull water tube away from
union nut and through tube clamp.
Plastic water tube
union nut
Nater tube
Water tube clamp
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.
(Models 57082,57085, 57089 only) Remove 8
screws on freezer and refrigerator door top trim.
Remove door trim.
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Remove 8 top
screws
.
Remove top hinge cover. Models 57082, 57085,
57089, remove top hinge screw by removing hinge
cover screw with a Phillips screwdriver.
5. Unplug top hinge wire connectors. Do not remove
green ground wire from hinge (Freezer door only).
Remove top hinge screws. Carefully lift and remove
top hinges.
Freezer door only
-Green ground wire
6. Carefully lift doors off bottom hinge.
7. Replace doors by performing steps 1-5 in reverse
order.
Top hinge
Connecting Water Supply
,_ WARNING: To avoid electrical shock which
can cause severe personal injury or death,
disconnect power to refrigerator before connecting
water supply. After connecting water supply, connect
power.
,_ CAUTION: To avoid property damage,
observe the following:
• Confirm water pressure to water valve is between 20
and 100 pounds per square inch.
• Tighten nut by hand to avoid cross threading. Finish
tightening nuts with pliers and wrenches. Do not
overtighten.
• Check for water leaks and correct if necessary
before returning refrigerator to normal location and
24 hours after connecting.
Important
• Beforeconnectingwatersupply,contactaplumberto
connectcoppertubingtohouseholdplumbingin
compliancewithlocalcodesandordinances.
• Aself-piercingor3/16"saddlevalveisnot
recommended.Bothreducewaterflow,candevelop
sedimentbuildup,andmaycauseleaksifrepairis
attempted.Thecorrecttypeofshutoffvalverequires
a1/4"holetobedrilledinwatersupplypipepriorto
valveattachment.
• Donotuse1/4"ODplastictubing.
• Donotruntubingfromwatersupplyina location
wherethetemperaturemayfallbelow55°E
Materials Required
1/4"(6 mm) flexible copper tubing. Length of copper
tubing must reach from water supply connection plus an
additional 8' (2 m) for service loop behind refrigerator.
Procedure
1. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Place
brass nut and brass sleeve on copper tubing. Insert
copper tubing into water valve inlet port. Hand-
tighten brass nut on copper tubing to water valve
inlet port. Use a wrench to finish tightening nut. Be
careful not to overtighten nut. Confirm copper tubing
is secure by pulling on copper tubing.
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Copper
tubing
.
Create service loop using extreme care to avoid
kinks. Secure copper tubing to refrigerator
cabinet with a "P" clamp.
.
Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for
leaks. Correct any leaks.
4.
Push refrigerator into opening. Recheck for leaks
after 24 hours.
Controls Fresh Food Features
This refrigerator is designed to operate at normal
household temperatures of 55° to 110°F (13° to
43°C).
Refrigerator and Freezer Controls
Refrigerator and freezer controls are located on
upper rear wall of refrigerator section.
CONTROL DIRECTIONS FREEZER REFRIGERATOR
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WARMEST OFF COLDEST WARMEST OFF COLDEST
Setting Controls
When freezer control is set to OFF, neither
refrigerator nor freezer sections will cool. Initially, set
both controls to 4. Wait 24 hours for refrigerator and
freezer sections to reach desired temperatures. After
24 hours, adjust controls, one number at a time, as
desired. 1 is warmest setting and 6 is coldest.
Fresh Food Shelves
Models feature either glass or wire shelves. Shelves
adjust up or down to meet individual storage needs.
Some models feature spill saving shelves. Spill saving
shelves hold simple spills for easier cleaning.
_, CAUTION: To avoid property damage, I
confirm shelf is secure before placing items on shelf.
CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or
property damage, handle tempered glass shelves
carefully. Shelves may break suddenly if nicked,
scratched, or exposed to sudden temperature
change.
• Remove shelves by lifting front, releasing hooks
from metal track then pulling out.
• Replace shelves by inserting hooks into metal
track and lowering front.
Set controls with a household thermometer that
includes temperatures between -5° and 50°F (-21 °
and 10°C).
Put thermometer snugly between frozen packages in
freezer section. Wait 5-8 hours, tf freezer temperature
is not 0° to 2°F (-17° to -16°C), adjust freezer control,
1 number at a time. Check again after 5-8 hours.
Put thermometer in a glass of water in middle of
refrigerator section. Wait 5-8 hours. If refrigerator
temperature is not 38° to 40°F (3° to 4°C), adjust
refrigerator control, 1 number at a time. Check again
after 5-8 hours.
Slide out shelves pull forward for easy access of
items in back.
Temperature Controlled Meat Drawer
Temperature controlled meat drawer features a drawer
inside a sleeve. Air circulates between drawer and
sleeve. This systems keeps food fresh longer and up to
5°F (3°C) colder than refrigerator temperature.
Meat drawer control is located below front shelf trim.
Control adjusts amount of air circulating around drawer.
Slide control to COLD for normal refrigerator temperature
and to COLDERfor colder temperature. Ice crystals may
form on drawer or food on COLDER setting. Cold air can
decrease refrigerator temperature. Refrigerator control
may need to be adjusted.
Remove drawer by lifting and pulling out. Remove
shelf by lifting front, releasing hooks from metal track
then pulling out.
Replace shelf by inserting hooks into metal track and
lowering front. Use slots 8 through 11 only. Replace
drawer by sliding in. Confirm boot is over air inlet in
side wall.
Crisper Drawers
Crisper drawers keep produce fresh longer. Wrap
produce tightly. Do not wash produce before placing in
crispers. Excess moisture could cause produce to spoil
prematurely. Do not line crispers with paper towels.
Paper towels will retain moisture.
Crisper drawer controls are located below front shelf
trim. Control adjusts humidity in crispers. Slide control
to HIGHfor produce with leaves such as lettuce,
spinach or cabbage. Slide control to LOWfor produce
with skins such as cauliflower, corn or tomatoes.
Meat drawer boot
is on this side of
Control
Metal tracks
,_ CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or property
damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully.
Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or
exposed to sudden temperature change.
Remove shelf and crisper drawers by completing the
following steps:
1. Open crisper.
2. Remove shelf by gently pushing up from
underneath. Tilt one end up then pull out.
3. Remove crisper by lifting front while supporting
underneath then pulling out.
4. Replace crispers and shelf by reversing steps 1-3.
Bottle Rack (some models)
Bottle rack provides convenient storage for a large bottle,
eggs, etc.
• Hang rack by hooking over side of shelf.
Dairy Center (Some models)
Dairy center provides convenient storage for items such
as butter, cheese, etc. (see illustration below.)
Snack Shelf (Some models)
Snack shelf provides convenient storage for small items
and snacks. (See illustration below.)
Dairy
center
Covered Storage Bucket (Some models)
Storage bucket has a lid and removable egg tray. When
tray is removed, bucket will accept items such as a
standard egg carton, ice, etc.
Lid
Egg tray
Storage
Snack
shelf
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Temperature Controlled Beverage Cooler
(Some models)
Temperature Controlled Beverage Cooler keeps
beverages up to 5°F (3°C) colder than refrigerator
section. Air inlet allows air from freezer section to pass to
beverage cooler. Air inlet is located on interior wall of
refrigerator door.
Beverage cooler control is located on left front wall of
refrigerator section. Control adjusts amount of air
circulating in beverage cooler. Turn control to COLD for
normal refrigerator temperature and to COLDER for
colder temperature.
Door Shelves
• Remove slide-style door shelves by lifting ends up
and pulling out.
• Replace slide-style door shelves by placing shelf on
glides and sliding down.
,_ CAUTION: To avoid property damage, confirm
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she f s secure before replacing items on shelf.
Beverac coo er
Colder
Bevera(
Beverage
air inlet
• Remove beverage cooler door by removing lower
door buckets. Remove door buckets by pushing tabs
toward center and pulling out. Slide door down and
out through bottom of door track.
• Replace beverage cooler door by sliding door up
through bottom of door track. Retention glides must
remain in place to replace door. Replace door
buckets by sliding in until tabs lock into place.
Beverage cooler door
down to remove
Shelf
glide
Adjustable Divider (Some models)
Adjustable divider keeps items in place and adjusts to
meet individual storage needs. Divider fits in any door
bucket or door shelf.
Adjustable
Beverage cooler
door
Remove shelf/¢
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Freezer Features
Automatic Ice Maker
• Confirm ice bucket is in place and ice maker arm is
down.
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position
• After freezer section reaches normal temperature,
ice maker fills with water and begins operating. Allow
24-48 hours after installation before first harvest of
ice. Ice maker produces 7 to 9 harvests of ice in a
24-hour period under ideal conditions.
• After ice is formed, ice maker drops ice cubes into
ice storage bucket. During ice production, ice maker
arm raises and lowers. When ice storage bucket is
full, ice maker arm turns ice maker off.
Note: Discard first 3 harvests of ice after initially
connecting refrigerator to household water supply
and after extended periods of non-use. This will
prevent the consumption of any impurities left in the
line or use of off-taste ice.
• If you wish to stop ice production raise ice maker
arm. A definite click is heard when proper position is
reached. Ice maker arm will remain in off position
until pushed down.
Food Organizer Storage
Wire shelves and baskets slide out for easy access of
items in back and can be rearranged to meet individual
storage needs.
Remove shelves and baskets by lifting front of shelf
and pulling out.
Replace shelves and baskets by placing shelves and
baskets on side rails. Slide shelves and baskets right
and back until round knob is behind stop on rail.
Wire
To avoid damage to ice maker,
observe the following:
• Do not force ice maker arm down or up.
• Do not place or store anything in ice
storage bucket.
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Door Shelves
• Remove hook-style door shelves by lifting ends and
releasing hooks on bottom of shelf.
• Replace hook-style shelves by inserting hooks and
lowering bottom of shelf. Push down on ends.
_. CAUTION: To avoid property damage, confirm
shelf is secure befor placing items on shelf.
Hooks
Ice Compartment
Ice compartment slides out for easy access to storage of
ice trays or other frozen items.
Ice compartment
cover
Tall Package Retainer (Some models)
Tall package retainer keeps tall items secure. Retainer
fits in any door bucket or door shelf.
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Door Buckets
Door buckets adjust to meet individual storage needs.
• Remove door buckets by pushing tabs toward
center and pulling out.
• Replace door buckets by sliding in until tabs lock
into place.
_, CAUTION: To avoid property damage, confirm
shelf is secure before placing items on shelf.
Tabs
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Ice and Water Dispenser
[_' CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or property
damage, the observe following instructions:
• Do not operate dispenser with freezer door open.
• Do not put fingers, hands, or any foreign object into
dispenser opening.
• Do not use sharp objects to break ice.
Water Dispenser Operation
It takes approximately 1 minute after initially connecting
refrigerator to household water supply before water
dispenses. Discard first 10 to 14 containers of water after
initially connecting refrigerator to household water supply
and after extended periods of non-use.
• Dispense water by pressing sturdy wide-mouthed
container against water dispenser bar.
• Stop water dispensing by releasing pressure on bar.
A small amount of water may continue to fall. Spill
shelf is not self-draining. Large spills should be wiped
dry.
Ice Dispenser Operation
,_ CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or property
damage, do not dispense ice directly into thin glass,
fine ch na, or de cate crysta.
If large quantities of ice is desired, remove ice directly
from the ice bin. If dispensing ice continuously, dispenser
motor is designed to shut off after 3 to 5 minutes. Motor
resets after 3 minutes and dispensing can continue.
A slight delay occurs when switching between cubed and
crushed modes. Pieces of crushed ice will vary in size
and shape. "Snow" may form on door and ice chute when
repeatedly dispensing crushed ice. Allow "snow" to
evaporate or wipe dry.
Note: Dispenser operates only with cubes of proper size
and crescent shape. Do not add purchased ice cubes or
other shaped cubes to ice bucket.
Removing Ice Bucket
• Remove ice bucket by lifting bucket and pulling out.
• Replace ice bucket by sliding in until bucket locks in
place. Ice bucket must be locked in place for proper
ice dispensing. If freezer door does not close, bucket
is not in proper location.
• Select cubed or crushed mode by sliding lever on
dispenser panel. Dispense ice by pressing wide-
mouthed container against ice dispenser bar.
Important:
Reduce spraying of crushed ice by holding wide-
mouthed container directly under ice chute and as
high as possible in dispenser area.
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Care and Cleaning
DispenserLight(Somemodels)
Alightis activated when dispensing ice or water. Some
models feature a night light.
• Deactivate night light by pushing switch, located
underneath dispenser and left of ice dispenser bar.
Night light
switch
Taste and Odor
Observe the following to minimize taste and odor
difficulties:
• Discard first 3 harvests of ice after initially
connecting refrigerator to household water supply
and after extended periods of non-use. This will
prevent the consumption of any impurities left in the
line or use of off-taste ice.
• Wrap foods in tightly sealed containers or moisture
proof bags.
• Install water filter on water line.
• Contact local water treatment company for
specialized help if difficulties persist.
• Discard ice if left unused for an extended period.
_, WARNING: To avoid electrical shock which can
cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect
power to refrigerator before cleaning. After cleaning,
connect power.
damage, read and follow all cleaning product
,_ CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or property
manufacturer's directions.
General Cleaning
1. Wash interior and exterior surfaces with 4
tablespoons baking soda dissolved in 1 quart warm
water and a soft, clean cloth.
2. Rinse surfaces with warm water. Dry surfaces with a
soft, clean cloth.
• Do not use the following items:
- abrasive or harsh cleaners, ammonia, chlorine
bleach, etc.
- concentrated detergents or solvents
- metal scouring pads
These items can scratch, crack and discolor
surfaces.
• Do not place buckets, shelves, etc. in dishwasher.
Adhesives
1. Remove glue residue by rubbing toothpaste into
adhesive with fingers until adhesive loosens.
2. Rinse surface with warm water. Dry surface with a
soft, clean cloth.
Door Gaskets
1. Clean door gaskets every 3 months according to
"General Cleaning" instructions above. Clean any
spills immediately.
2. Apply a light film of petroleum jelly to keep gaskets
pliable.
Condenser Coils
Clean condenser coil every 3 months to ensure
maximum performance of refrigerator. Accumulated dust
and lint may cause the following:
• reduced cooling performance
• increased energy usage
• premature compressor failure
1. Remove lower front toe grille by holding ends and
pulling forward.
2. Clean front surface of condenser coil with a vacuum
cleaner hose nozzle.
3. Replace toe grille by inserting clips in holes and
snapping in.
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_, CAUTION:Toavoidpropertydamage,protect
softvinylorotherflooringwithcardboard,rugs,orother
protective material.
4. Pull refrigerator away from wall. Run a vacuum
brush across condenser fan outlet grille on back
of refrigerator.
Light Bulb Replacement
,_ WARNING: To avoid electrical shock which can
cause severe personal injury or death, disconnect
power to refrigerator before replacing light bulb. After
replacing light bulb, connect power.
Glass Shelves
CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or property
damage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully.
Shelves may break suddenly if nicked, scratched, or
exposed to sudden temperature change.
Remove shelf by lifting front, releasing hooks from metal
track then pulling out. Place shelf on a towel. Allow shelf
to adjust to room temperature before cleaning.
Clean crevices by completing the following steps:
1. Dilute mild detergent and brush solution into crevices
using a plastic bristle brush. Let set for 5 minutes.
2. Spray warm water into crevices using faucet spray
attachment.
3. Dry shelf thoroughly and replace shelf by inserting
hooks into metal track and lowering front.
Odor Removal
1. Remove all food and disconnect power to
refrigerator.
2. Clean all interior surfaces including ceiling, floor, and
walls according to "General Cleaning" instructions.
Pay special attention to corners, crevices, and
grooves. Include all drawers, shelves, and gaskets.
3. Connect power to refrigerator and return food to
refrigerator. Wash and dry all bottles, containers and
jars. Wrap foods in tightly sealed containers to
prevent further odor. After 24 hours, check if odor
was eliminated.
Complete the following steps if odor was not eliminated.
4. Place garden fresh crispers on top shelf of Fresh
Food section. Pack Fresh Food and Freezersections
including doors with crumpled sheets of black and
white newspaper.
5. Place charcoal briquettes randomly throughout
newspaper.
6. Close doors and let stand 24-48 hours.
7. Remove charcoal briquettes and newspapers.
8. Complete steps 2-3.
,_ CAUTION: To avoid personal injury or property
damage, observe the following:
• Allow light bulb to cool.
• Wear gloves when replacing light bulb.
Upper Fresh Food Section
• Remove light bulb cover by removing ¼" hex nut
screws. Replace bulb(s) with 40-watt appliance
bulb(s).
• Replace light bulb cover by replacing ¼" hex nut
screws.
Light bulb cover
Light bulbs --1/4"hex not
Lower Fresh Food Section (Some models)
• Remove light bulb cover by removing screw. Replace
bulb with 40-watt tubular bulb.
• Replace light bulb cover by placing cover over light
bulb. Insert and tighten screw.
Light
Light bulb
Contact Sears service center if odor was still not
eliminated. Refer to service section for phone number.
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Energy Tips
Freezer Section
1. Remove ice bucket by lifting bucket and pulling out.
2. Remove light bulb cover by removing 1/4"hex nut
screw. Replace bulb with 40-watt appliance bulb.
3. Replace light bulb cover by holding cover in place
over light bulb. Insert and tighten screw.
4. Replace ice bucket by sliding in until bucket locks in
place.
Screw
_. Light bulb
"_. cover
Light
bulb
Ice 'N'Water TM Dispenser (Some models)
Light bulb is located between dispenser arms.
• Remove light bulb by unscrewing light bulb. Replace
light bulb with a 6-watt, 120-volt bulb.
• Replace light bulb by inserting and tightening bulb.
This refrigerator is designed to be one of the most
energy efficient refrigerators available. Reduce energy
use by observing the following.
• Operate in normal household temperatures of 55° to
110°F (13 ° to 43°C) away from heat sources and
direct sunlight.
• Set refrigerator, freezer, and temperature controlled
meat drawer controls no colder than necessary.
• Keep freezer section full.
• Keep door gaskets clean and pliable. Replace
gaskets if worn.
• Keep condenser coils clean.
Vacation Tips
Complete the following steps for short vacations.
1. Remove perishable foods.
2. If an ice maker is installed, move ice maker arm up,
to Offposition. (See Automatic Ice Maker
Instructions page 12)
Complete the following steps for long vacations.
1. Empty refrigerator and freezer sections.
2. Unplug refrigerator.
3. Clean refrigerator and door gaskets according to
"General" instructions in "Care and Cleaning"
section.
4. Prop doors open, so air can circulate inside.
5. If an ice maker is installed, turn water supply to
refrigerator off and move ice maker arm up, to Off
position.
Ice 'N' Water
Dispenser
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Normal Operating Sounds
This new refrigerator may be replacing a differently
designed, less efficient or smaller refrigerator. Today's
refrigerators have new features and are more energy
efficient. As a result, certain sounds may be unfamiliar.
These sounds are normal and will soon become familiar.
These sounds also indicate refrigerator is operating and
performing as designed.
1. Freezer control clicks when starting or stopping
compressor.
2. Freezer fan air rushes and whirs.
3. Sealed system (evaporator and heat exchanger)
refrigerant flow gurgles, pops or sounds like boiling
water.
4. Defrost heater sizzles, hisses or pops.
5. Condenser fan air rushes and whirs.
6. Compressor has a high pitched hum or pulsating
sound that cycles on and off.
7. Ice cubes from ice maker (some models) drop into
ice bucket.
Ice auger motor (Ice and water dispenser models) hums
as auger agitates ice during dispensing. Ice auger motor
is located behind ice bucket in freezer section. (Not
shown)
Ice maker water valve hookup (some models) buzzes
when ice maker fills with water. This occurs whether or
not refrigerator is connected to water supply. If
refrigerator is not connected to water supply, stop sound
by raising ice maker arm to off position. Water valve hook
up is located in back, bottom, left hand corner.
(Not shown)
Foam insulation is very energy efficient and has excellent
insulating capabilities. However, foam insulation is not as
sound absorbent as previously used fiberglass insulation.
(Not shown)
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Refrigerator Troubleshooting Guide
The refrigerator will not operate
Check if...
The power supply cord is unplugged.
A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker tripped.
The freezer control is set to OFF.
The refrigerator is in a defrost cycle.
If refrigerator still will not operate, unplug refrigerator. Transfer food to another refrigerator or place dry ice in
freezer section to preserve food. Call for service.
The lights do not work
Check if...
The power supply cord is unplugged.
A light bulb is loose in the socket.
A light bulb has burned out.
Then...
Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper
voltage.
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit.
Set freezer control to a mid-range setting.
Wait 40 minutes to see if refrigerator restarts. If freezer
control is on, lights work, but 2 fans and compressor
are not operating, refrigerator may be in defrost cycle.
Then...
Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with the proper
voltage.
Gently remove the bulb and reinsert.
Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage,
size and shape available at your local hardware store.
Turn the refrigerator control to OFF and unplug the
refrigerator prior to replacement.
The refrigerator is making unfamiliar noises
Check if...
The refrigerator is making an unfamiliar noise.
The condenser coils are dirty.
The room temperature is hotter than normal.
The door is opened often or a large amount of food
has just been added.
The doors are not closed completely or are misaligned.
The base grille is blocked.
The freezer control is set too low.
Gaskets are sealing against refrigerator cabinet.
or the compressor seems to run too much
Then...
See "Normal Operating Sounds" section.
See "Cleaning Condenser Coils" instructions of "Care
and Cleaning" section.
The motor will run longer under warm conditions. Expect
the motor to run about 40% to 80% of the time at normal
room temperatures and even more at higher
temperatures.
Adding food and opening the door warms the
refrigerator. It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer
in order to cool the refrigerator back down.
See "Leveling" instructions in "installation Instructions"
section.
This prevents air circulation. Remove lower front grill
and check for obstructions.
See "Setting Controls" instructions of "Controls" section.
If gaskets are not sealing properly see "Leveling and
Alignment" instructions of "installation Instructions"
section.
Doors will not close completely or are misaligned
Check if... Then...
The refrigerator is not level. Level refrigerator front-to-back and side-to-side. Shim(s)
may be required under a rear roller if the floor is uneven.
It is VERY IMPORTANT for your refrigerator to be level
in order to function properly.
Food packages are blocking the door open.
The ice bin, shelves, door bins, or crispers are out of
)osition.
Rearrange food containers to clear door and door
shelves.
Push bins all the way in and put crispers and shelves
into their correct positions.
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Refrigerator Troubleshooting Guide
Temperature is too warm or there is moisture build-up
Check if... Then...
The air vents are blocked. Cold air circulates from the
freezer to the fresh food section and back again
through air vents in the wall dividing the two sections.
The doors are opened often.
The light stays on when the doors are closed.
The refrigerator or freezer controls are not set properly.
A large amount of food has just been added to the
refrigerator or freezer.
The food is not packaged correctly.
The door is misaligned or not closing completely.
Water droplets form on inside of refrigerator.
Water droplets or frost forming on beverage chiller
control.
Water droplets or frost forming on temperature
controlled meat drawer.
Water droplets form on outside of refrigerator.
Locate air vents by using your hand to sense airflow
and move all packages that block vents and restrict
airflow.
When the door is opened, warm humid air is allowed
into the refrigerator. The more the door is opened, the
faster the humidity builds up, and the more warm air the
refrigerator must cool.
If lights are staying on call for service.
See "Setting Controls" instructions of "Controls" section.
Adding food warms the refrigerator. It can take a few
hours for the refrigerator to return to normal
temperature.
Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to
storing in the refrigerator to avoid moisture
accumulation.
See "Doors will not close completely or are
"misaligned".
This is considered normal during high humidity periods
or if doors have been opened frequently.
It is normal during high humidity periods or if doors
have been opened frequently. Reduce water droplets or
frost by turning control counterclockwise.
It is normal during high humidity periods or if doors
have been opened frequently. Reduce water droplets or
frost by sliding temperature controlled meat drawer to
the left.
Check door gaskets for proper seal.
The temperature controlled meat drawer is too warm
Check if... Then...
Temperature control on drawer is set cold enough. I See "Temperature Controlled Meat Drawer"
instructions in "Refrigerator Features"Section.
Freezer temperature is set cold enough. See "Setting Controls" instructions of "Controls"
I
section.
The food temperature is too cold
Check if...
The condenser coil requires cleaning.
Refrigerator and freezer controls are properly
adjusted.
Temperature controlled meat drawer or crisper drawer does not close freely
Check if... Then...
A package that may prevent drawer from closing Rearrange contents of drawer to allow drawer to close.
properly.
Drawer is in proper position. See "Temperature Controlled Meat Drawer" or Crisper
Drawer channels are dirty. Clean drawer channels with warm, soapy water. Rinse
Drawer channels have lubrication. Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to drawer
Then...
See "Condenser Coil" instructions in "Care and
Cleaning" section.
See "Setting Controls" instructions of "Controls" section.
Allow several hours for temperature to adjust.
Drawer" instructions of "Refrigerator Features"
section.
thoroughly and dry.
channels.
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Refrigerator Troubleshooting Guide
The ice dispenser will not operate properly
Check if...
The freezer door is not closed completely.
There is no ice in the bucket.
The wrong ice has been added to the bin.
The ice has frozen in the bin.
Ice is stuck in the delivery chute.
The ice bin is not installed correctly.
The dispenser water is not cool enough
Check if...
The refrigerator has been newly installed.
A large amount of water has been recently dispensed
No water has been recently dispensed.
Then...
Push door firmly shut. tf door will not close fully see
"Doors will not close completely or are misaligned."
See "The ice maker is not producing ice."
Use only cubes produced by the current ice maker.
Remove all other cubes and check to make sure none
have become stuck in the delivery chute.
Shake the bin to separate cubes or discard cubes and
wait 24 hours for ice to restock.
Clear the ice from the delivery chute with a plastic
utensil. Do not use anything sharp to remove the ice or
damage could occur.
Push the ice bin in fully and check to make sure it is
installed correctly. See "Automatic Ice Maker"
instructions of "Freezer Features" section.
Then...
Allow 24 hours for the tank to cool completely.
Allow 24 hours for the tank to cool completely.
The first glass of water may not be cool. Discard the
first glass.
The water dispenser will not operate properly
Check if... Then...
The freezer door is not closed completely
The water tank has not filled.
The water supply shut-off valve to the refrigerator is not
turned on.
A water filter has been installed on the water line
outside the refrigerator.
The water supply is incorrectly installed or not
connected.
Plastic hose was used for hookup, may be kinked.
Copper tubing may be kinked.
Push door firmly shut. If door will not close fully see
"Doors will not close completely or are misaligned."
Depress water dispenser lever or pad until 2 to 3
quarts of water have been removed. It may take a few
minutes for water to begin to dispense. Discard water.
Check the water supply hookup in your house and turn
on the water valve if necessary.
Check for filter clogs or improper installation of the
filter.
See "Connecting Water Supply" section of "Installation
Instructions" or label on back of refrigerator for water
supply hook up instructions. Use only copper tubing.
Do not use piercing type valves.
Replace with copper tubing which is more durable and
resistant to kinking.
Replace tubing that is damaged.
Water or ice is leaking from the dispenser
Check if...
The glass is not being held under the dispenser long
enough, causing ice to spill and water to drip.
An ice cube is stuck in the delivery chute and is holding
the trap door open.
Then...
Hold the glass under the dispenser for 2 to 3 seconds
after releasing the lever or pad. A small amount of
water or ice may continue to dispense during this time.
Remove the cube from the chute.
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Refrigerator Troubleshooting Guide
The ice maker is not producing ice
Check if
The ice maker arm is up, in the OFF position
The freezer is not cold enough to produce ice
The water supply shut-off valve to the refrigerator is not
turned on.
The water filter has been installed on the water line
outside the refrigerator.
The ice maker mold has no water in it or no ice has
been produced.
A plastic hose was used for hookup which may be
kinked.
The water pressure seems too low or too high.
The ice maker is not producing enough ice
Check if
The ice maker has just been installed or a large amount
of ice has just been used
The controls are set properly The freezer must be cold
enough to produce ice
The water supply shut-off valve to the refrigerator is not
fully turned on.
Self piercing type or 3/16"saddle valve was used for
hookup. Both reduce water flow and may become
clogged over time.
Plastic hose was used for hookup, may be kinked or
leaking.
Then...
Lower arm to ON position.
Allow 24 hours after the refrigerator is installed for the
icemaker to begin producing ice.
Check the water supply hookup in your house and turn
on the water valve if necessary.
Check for filter clogs or improper installation ifthe
filter.
The water supply is incorrectly installed or not
connected. See "Connecting Water Supply" section of
"Installation Instructions". Use only copper tubing. Do
not use piercing type valves.
Replace with copper tubing which is more durable and
resistant to kinking.
The ice maker needs to be connected to a cold water
line with water pressure of 20-120 psi to function
properly.
Then...
Wait 24 hours for ice production to begin and for ice
maker to restock after emptied.
Start at mid-range settings for both freezer and
refrigerator and adjust as needed. See "Setting
Controls" section of Controls.
Check the water supply hookup in you house and turn
the water valve on fully.
Replace with correct type of saddle valve requiring %"
hole to be drilled in water supply pipe before valve
attachment.
Replace with copper tubing which is more durable and
resistant to kinking.
Ice has off-taste or odor
Check if
Icemaker was recently installed
Ice has been stored too long.
Food has not been wrapped tightly in either
compartment.
Water supply contains minerals such as sulfur.
Then...
Discard first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or
off-flavored ice.
Throw away old ice and make new supply.
Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if
food is not wrapped properly.
A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and
odor problems.
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Warranty
Full One Year Warranty 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
For five years from 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 refrigerator,
connecting tubing and compressor motor) free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship.
The above warranty coverage applies only to refrigerators which are used for storage of food for private
household purposes.
Warranty service is available by contacting 1-800-4-REPAIR (473-7247).
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 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Read and Save These Instructions
Record in the space provided below, the model and serial numbers found on the serial plate located on the top left
wall of the refrigerator compartment.
Model Numer:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
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