Kenmore 10644423600 refrigerator

User Manual Kenmore 10644423600 refrigerator

REFRIGERATOR USE

Turning On Refrigerator

• f the refrigerator is not on, press ON/OFF to turn on the cooling.
• To turn off your refrigerator, press ON/OFR Your refrigerator will not cool when the control is set to Off.

NOTE: Pressing the On/Off button does not disconnect power to the refrigerator. The interior lights will turn off if either compartment door is open for more than 10 minutes. Simply close and open the door to turn on the interior lights.

Viewing Set Points

The factory recommended set points (mid-settings) are 0°F (-18°C) for the freezer and 37°F (3°C) for the refrigerator. Set point range for the freezer: -6° to 6°F (-21 °C to -14°C) Set point range for the refrigerator: 32 ° to 46°F (0°C to 8°C)

To view the set point temperatures, press either the up or down arrow for the refrigerator or freezer temperature. The display will become brighter to indicate that you are viewing the set points. Five seconds after an adjustment is made, the display lights will dim and return to the actual temperature.

NOTE: During automatic defrost cycles, the actual temperature displayed may be higher than the set point. This is normal. The actual temperatures should return to the set points within a few hours following completion of the defrost cycle.

Adjusting Controls

The mid-settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.

f the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked. If you need to adjust temperatures, use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments.

Additional Control Panel Features

Temp Mode

• Press the °C button to select either Celsius or Fahrenheit temperature displays.

Grocery Savor

Use Grocery Savor TMto speed cooling when large grocery loads are added. Grocery Savor TMsets the refrigerator temperature to 34°F (1°C) and the freezer temperature to -6°F (-21 °C) for 24 hours

NOTE: While Grocery Savor TMis on, the display shows the Grocery Savor TMtemperature set points. After 24 hours or when Grocery Savor is manually turned off, the set points will return to their previous setting. Press GROCERY SAVOR to select this mode. Grocery Savor TM will stay on for 24 hours or until it is manually turned off.

Accelerlce

Use Accelerlce during periods of heavy ice usage

• Press ACCELERICE _to select this mode. Accelerlce _will stay on until it is manually turned off.
• Press ACCELERICF a second time to deselect this mode.

NOTE: While using Accelerlce _, you may need to set the convertible drawer temperature control to a higher (less cool) setting. See "Convertible Drawer Temperature Control."

CONVERTIBLE DRAWER TEMPERATURE CONTROL

The control can be adjusted to properly chill meats or vegetables. The air inside the pan is cooled to prevent "spot" freezing and can be set to keep meats at the National Livestock and Meat Board recommended storage temperatures of 28° to 32°F (-2 ° to 0°C). The convertible drawer temperature control is preset to the PRODUCE setting.

To Store Meat:

Set the control to one of the three MEAT settings to store meat at its optimal storage temperature.

To Store Vegetables:

Set the control to PRODUCE to store vegetables at their optimal storage temperatures.

NOTE: If food starts to freeze, move the control to the left (less cold). Remember to wait 24 hours between adjustments.

CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper. Adjust the control to any setting between LOW and HIGH.

LOW (open) for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins.

HIGH (closed) for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

DOOR CHILL CONTROL

The door chill control is located on the left-hand side of the refrigerator compartment.

• Turn the control clockwise (right) to reduce the flow of cold air to the door and make it less cold.
• Turn the control counterclockwise (left) to increase the flow of cold air to the door and make it colder.

WATER AND ICE DISPENSERS

The Water Dispenser

IMPORTANT:

• The dispensing system will not operate when the freezer door is open.
• After connecting the refrigerator to a water source, flush the water system by dispensing water into a sturdy container until you draw and discard 1.5 gal. (5.4 L) of water, or for approximately 3 minutes after the water begins dispensing. The flushing process cleans the water system and clears air from the lines. As the air is cleared from the lines, water may spurt out of the dispenser.
• Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool down and chill water.
• Dispense enough water every week to maintain a fresh supply.

To Dispense Water:

1. Press a sturdy glass against the water dispenser lever
2. Remove the glass to stop dispensing.

The Ice Dispenser

The dispensing system will not operate when the freezer door is open. Ice dispenses from the ice maker storage bin in the freezer when the dispenser lever is pressed.

Depending on your model, you may have one or more of the following options: the ability to select either crushed or cubed ice, a special light that turns on when you use the dispenser, or a lock option to avoid unintentional dispensing.

NOTE: Some models dispense both cubed and crushed ice. Before dispensing ice, select which type of ice you prefer. For crushed ice, cubes are crushed before being dispensed. This may cause a slight delay when dispensing crushed ice. Noise from the ice crusher is normal, and pieces of ice may vary in size. When changing from crush to cube, a few ounces of crushed ice will be dispensed along with the first cubes.

To Dispense Ice:

1. Press the button to select the desired type of ice.
2. Press a sturdy glass against the ice dispenser lever. Hold the glass close to the dispenser opening so ice does not fall outside the glass
3. Remove the glass to stop dispensing.

The Dispenser Light

Style 1: The dispenser light can be turned on by pressing the ON button.

Style 2: When you use the dispenser, the lever will automatically turn the light on. If you want the light to be on continuously, you may choose either ON or AUTO

ON: Press the LIGHT button to turn the dispenser light on.

AUTO: Press the LIGHT button a second time to select AUTO. The dispenser light will automatically adjust to become brighter as the room brightens, dimmer as the room darkens.

OFF: Press the LIGHT button a third time to turn the dispenser light off.

The dispenser lights are LEDs which should not need to be changed. If it appears that your dispenser lights are not working, check to be sure that the light sensor is not blocked (in AUTO mode). See "Troubleshooting" for more information.

The Dispenser Lock (on some models)

The dispenser can be locked for easy cleaning or to prevent unintentional dispensing by small children and pets.

NOTE: The lock feature does not shut off power to the product, to the ice maker, or to the dispenser light. It simply deactivates the dispenser levers. The ice and water dispensers will not work.

• Press and hold the LOCK button until the red indicator appears below LOCKED.
• Press and hold the LOCK button a second time to unlock the dispenser.

ICE MAKER AND STORAGE BIN

Turning the Ice Maker On/Off

The On/Off switch is located on the top right-hand side of the freezer compartment.

To turn on the ice maker, slide the control to the ON (left) position. To manually turn off the ice maker, slide the control to the OFF (right) position.

NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. The ice maker sensors will automatically stop ice production, but the control will remain in the ON (left) position.

REMEMBER

• Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced.
• The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the water supplied to your ice maker. Avoid connecting the ice maker to a softened water supply. Water softener chemicals (such as salt) can damage parts of the ice maker and lead to poor quality ice. If a softened water supply cannot be avoided, make sure the water softener is operating properly and is well maintained.
• Do not use anything sharp to break up the ice in the storage bin. This can cause damage to the ice container and the dispenser mechanism.
• Do not store anything on top of or in the ice maker or storage bin.

Removing and Replacing Ice Storage Bin

1. Hold the base of the storage bin with both hands and press the release button to lift the storage bin up and out.
2. Replace the storage bin on the door and push down to make sure it is securely in place.

REFRIGERATOR CARE

CLEANING

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors from building up. Wipe up spills immediately.

To Clean Your Refrigerator:

NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.
3. Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.
4. There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal home operating environments. If the environment is particularly greasy or dusty, or there is significant pet traffic in the home, the condenser should be cleaned every 2 to 3 months to ensure maximum efficiency.

If you need to clean the condenser:

• Remove the base grille.
• Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush to clean the grille, the open areas behind the grille and the front surface area of the condenser.
• Replace the base grille when finished

5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Changing the Light Bulbs

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove light shield when applicable
3. Remove light bulb and replace with one of the same size, shape and wattage.
4. Replace light shield when applicable.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Vacation and Moving Care

Vacations

If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator On While You're Away:

1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.

2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

• Raise wire shutoff arm to OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting.
• Shut off water supply to the ice maker.

3. Empty the ice bin.

If You Choose to Turn the Refrigerator Off Before You Leave:

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.

2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

• Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time.
• When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting.

3. Depending on the model, turn the Temperature Control or Refrigerator Control to OFR See "Using the Control(s)."

4. Clean refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well.

5. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold from building up.

Moving

When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move.

1. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

• Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time.
• Disconnect the water line from the back of the refrigerator.
• When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting.

2. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice.

3. Empty the ice bin.

4. Depending on the model, turn the Temperature Control or Refrigerator Control to OFR See "Using the Control(s)."

5. Unplug refrigerator.

6. Empty water from the defrost pan.

7. Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.

8. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them together so they don't shift and rattle during the move

9. Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the leveling legs so they don't scrape the floor. See "Adjust the Doors."

10. Tape the doors closed and tape the power cord to the back of the refrigerator.

When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the "Installation Instructions" section for preparation instructions. Also, if your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, remember to reconnect the water supply to the refrigerator.

TROUBLESHOOTING

The refrigerator will not operate

• Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
• Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is working.
• Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.
• Are controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on. See "Using the Controls."
• New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool completely.

The motor seems to run too much

Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its high-efficiency compressor and fans. The unit may run even longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors are opened often, or if the doors have been left open.

The refrigerator is noisy

Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are listed some normal sounds with an explanation.

• Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker
• Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance
• Rattling - flow of refrigerant, water line, or from items placed on top of the refrigerator
• Sizzling/Gurgling - water dripping on the heater during defrost cycle
• Popping - contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially during initial cool-down
• Water running - may be heard when water melts during the defrost cycle and runs into the drain pan
• Creaking/Cracking - occurs as ice is being ejected from the ice maker mold.

The doors will not close completely

Check the following:

• Are food packages blocking the door open?
• Are all bins and shelves pushed back into the correct positions?

The doors are difficult to open

• Are the gaskets dirty or sticky? Clean gaskets with mild soap and warm water.
• Has the door been opened and closed within the last few seconds? Wait at least 30 seconds to reopen the doors.

TEMPERATURE AND MOISTURE

Temperature is too warm

Check the following:

• Are the air vents blocked in either compartment?
• Are the door(s) opened often?
• Has a large amount of food just been added to the refrigerator or freezer?
• Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding conditions?

There is interior moisture buildup

• Are the air vents blocked in the refrigerator?
• Are the door(s) opened often?
• Is the room humid?
• Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding conditions?
• Was an automatic self-defrost cycle completed?

Items in meat pan/crisper are freezing

The temperature inside the meat pan/crisper may become too cold, especially when using some additional control panel features. Adjust the meat pan control to the closed setting.

ICE AND WATER

The ice maker is not producing ice or not enough ice

• Is the ice maker wire shutoff arm or switch (depending on models) in the OFF position?
• Is the water line shutoff valve to the refrigerator turned on?
• Has the ice maker just been installed? Is the freezer temperature cold enough to produce ice? Wait 24 hours after ice maker hookup for ice production to begin. Allow 3 days after ice production begins to completely fill ice container.
• Does the ice maker mold have water in it or has no ice been produced? Make sure your refrigerator has been connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve is turned on.
• Has a large amount of ice just been removed? Allow 24 hours for ice maker to produce more ice.
• Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator? The filter may be clogged or installed incorrectly.
• Is an ice cube jammed in the ice maker ejector arm? For models with an interior ice bin, remove the ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil.
• Is a reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water supply? See "Water Supply Requirements" in either the Installation Instruction booklet or the Use & Care Guide.

The ice cubes are hollow or small

This is an indication of low water pressure

Check the following:

• Is the water shutoff valve fully open?
• Are there kinks in the water lines that could restrict water flow?
• If you are using a water filter, remove the filter and operate the dispenser. If water flow increases, the filter is clogged or incorrectly installed.
• Is a reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water supply? See "Water Supply Requirements" in either the Installation Instructions or the Use & Care Guide.
• If you still have questions regarding your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Off-taste, odor or gray color in the ice

• Are the plumbing connections new, causing discolored or offflavored ice?
• Have the ice cubes been stored too long?
• Does the freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned?
• Has food in the freezer or refrigerator been wrapped properly?
• Does the water contain minerals (such as sulfur)? A filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals.
• Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator? Gray or dark discoloration in ice indicates that the water filtration system needs additional flushing.

The ice dispenser will not operate properly

• Is the freezer door closed completely?
• Is the ice bin installed correctly?
• Is there ice in the bin?
• Has the ice frozen in the ice bin?
• Is ice stuck in the delivery chute?
• Has the wrong ice been added to the bin? Use only cubes produced by the current ice maker

The water dispenser will not operate properly

• Is the freezer door closed completely?
• Is the water shutoff valve not turned on, incorrectly installed or clogged?
• Is the water line connected at the source?
• Is there a kink in the home water source line?
• Has the water system not filled? The water system needs to be filled the first time it is used.
• Is the refrigerator connected to a cold water line with water pressure of at least 30 psi (207 kPa)? The water pressure to the home determines the flow from the dispenser.
• Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator? The filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed.
• Is a reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water supply? See "Water Supply Requirements" in either the Installation Instructions or the Use & Care Guide.