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User manual of Kenmore 59679313511 (60 pages)
- REFRIGERATOR USE .
- FREEZER FEATURES
- REFRIGERATOR CARE ..
- SERVICE NUMBERS
- KENMORE APPLIANCE WARRANTY
- IL 60179
- REFRIGERATOR SAFETY
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
- INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
- TOOLS NEEDED:
- TOOLS NEEDED: 5/16".
- REFRIGERATORUSE
- CONDITION/REASON= ADJUSTMENT=
- REFRIGERATORFEATURES
- DOOR FEATURES
- REFRIGERATORCARE
- TROUBLESHOOTING
Table of contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PROTECTION AGREEMENTS
WARRANTY
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY
Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpack the Refrigerator
Location Requirements
Water Supply Requirements
Connect the Water Supply
Electrical Requirements
Refrigerator Door(s) and Drawer
Door Closing and Door Alignment
REFRIGERATOR USE .
Using the Controls
REFRIGERATOR FEATURES
Refrigerator Shelves ..
Crisper and Crisper Cover
Crisper Humidity Control
Snack Drawer
FREEZER FEATURES
Freezer Door Shelf .
DOOR FEATURES
Dairy Center
Door Bins ..
Full-Width Door Shelf .
Ice Maker
REFRIGERATOR CARE ..
Cleaning
Changing the Light Bulb
Power Interruptions
Vacation and Moving Care
TROUBLESHOOTING
Refrigerator Operation
Temperature and Moisture
Ice and Water
Accessories
SERVICE NUMBERS
BACK COVER
JNDICE
TABLE DES MATIERES
PROTECTION AGREEMENTS
Master Prote-on Agreements
Congrafu/afions on rnaking a srnarf purchase.
Your new Kenmore The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new I/Parts and labor not just for repairing defects. but to help keep products I/Expert service by a force of more than 10.000 authorized Sears service I/Unlimited service calls and nationwide service. as often as you want us. I/"No-lemon" guarantee replacement of your covered product if four I/Product replacement if your covered product can't be fixed. I/Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request no extra I' Fast help by phone we call it Rapid Resolution phone support from II' Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations. II' $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the I/Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer I/25% discount off the regular price of any non-covered repair service Once you purchase the Agreement. a simple phone call is all that it takes The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase. If you cancel for Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional +Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665. Sears Installation Service For Sears professional installation of home appliances. garage door 1-844-553-6667 and in Canada call 1-800-469-4663. KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against WITH PROOF OF SALE. a defective appliance will receive free repair or For warranty coverage details about obtaining free repair or replacement. This warranty applies for only DAYS from the sale date in the United States. and is void in Canada. if this appliance is ever used for other than This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use. including but not A service technician to clean or maintain this appliance. or to instruct Service calls to correct appliance installation not performed by Sears Damage to or failure of this appliance resulting from installation not Damage to or failure of this appliance. including discoloration or Damage to or failure of this appliance. including discoloration or Damage to or failure of this appliance. including discoloration or Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized Service to an appliance if the model and serial plate is missing. Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies CustomeCs sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be 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 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates. Sears Canada Inc. Toronto. Ontario. Canada MSB C3 PRODUCT RECORD Record your complete model number. serial number. and purchase date. You can find this information on the model and serial number label located Have this information available to help you obtain assistance or service Model number Serial number Purchase date Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference. Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING." These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions. You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions. All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is. tell you how to reduce the chance of injury. and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire. electric shock. or injury when using your refrigerator. follow these basic precautions: • Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. • Do not remove ground prong. • Do not use an adapter. • Do not use an extension cord. • Disconnect power before servicing. • Replace all parts and panels before operating. • Remove doors from your old refrigerator. • Use nonflammable cleaner. • Keep flammable materials and vapors. such as gasoline. away from refrigerator. • Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator. • Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker kit ready models only). • Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on some models). • Do not hit the refrigerator glass doors (on some models). State of California Proposition 65 Warnings: WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer. WARNING: This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator Suffocation Hazard Remove doors from your old refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage. IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the 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. Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed. EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with established procedures. Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. Remove the Packaging Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the Do not use sharp instruments. rubbing alcohol. flammable fluids. or "Refrigerator Safety." Shelves. bins. door shelf rails. and other feature parts may be Dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. When Moving "{our Refrigerator: Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service. be sure to cover the floor with cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage. 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. Clean Before Using After you remove all of the packaging materials. clean the inside of your Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact. such as bumping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small. pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid dropping. Explosion Hazard Keep flammable materials and vapors. such as gasoline. away from refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death. explosion. or fire. IMPORTANT: This refrigerator is designed for indoor. household use only. To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator. allow for 1/2" (1.25 cm) of NOTE: This refrigerator is intended for use in a location where the temperature ranges from a minimum of 55°F (13°C) to a maximum of 110°F (43°C). The preferred room temperature range for optimum performance. W' (1.25 cm) 21/2" (6.3 cm) Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and Flat-blade screwdriver 1/4" Nut driver 7/16" and 1/2" Open-end or two 1/4" Drill bit IMPORTANT: Allinstallations mustmeetlocalplumbing coderequirements. Donot use a piercing-type or 6" (4.76 ram) saddle valve which Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing only in For models with water filters. the disposable water filter should be Water Pressure A cold water supply with water pressure of between 35 and 120 psi (241 and kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ice Reverse Osmosis Water Supply IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out of a reverse If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa): Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after If your refrigerator has a water filter. it may further reduce the water If you have questions about your water pressure. call a licensed. qualified Read all directions before you begin. IMPORTANT: Plumbing shall be installed in accordance with the International Plumbing Code and any local codes and ordinances. The gray water tubing on the back of the refrigerator (which is used to If PEX tubing is used instead of copper. we recommend the following W10505928RP (7 ft [2.14 m] jacketed PEX). RP (5 ft [1.52 m] PEX). or W10267701RP (25 ft [7.62 m] PEX). Install tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above If you turn on the refrigerator before the water line is connected. turn Find a 1/2" to 11/4" (12.7 mm to 31.8 mm) vertical cold water pipe near IMPORTANT: Make sure it is a cold water pipe. Horizontal pipe will work. but the following procedure must be Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure from the connection on the lower right rear of the refrigerator to the water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use 1/4" (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside Using a cordless drill. drill a 1/4" hole in the cold water pipe you have selected. A. Co/c/waterpipe E. Compression sleeve B. Pipe c/amp E Shutoff valve C. Copper tubing G. Packing nut D. Compression nut Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1/4" drilled hole in the water pipe Tighten the pipe clamp screws slowly and evenly so the washer makes Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the copper tubing Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink. and turn ON the Connect to Refrigerator Depending on your model. the water line may come down from the top or Style Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Attach the copper Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. Confirm copper Connect to Water Line Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water. Create a service loop with the copper tubing. Avoid kinks when coiling "P" clamp. A. Copper tubing C. Compression nut B. "P"clamp D. Compression sleeve Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for leaks. Correct any leaks. Style2 Create a service loop (minimum diameter of 2 ft [61 cm]) with the Remove the plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Place Insert the end of the copper tubing into the water valve inlet port. Shape tubing slightly so that the tubing feeds straight into the port to avoid kinks. Slide the compression nut over the sleeve and screw into the water A. Plastic water tubing B. Sleeve C. Compression nut D. Copper tubing Using an adjustable wrench. hold the nut on the plastic water line to A. "P" clamp C. Compression nut B. Plastic water line D. Copper tubing Check connection by pulling on copper tubing. Attach the plastic water line to the refrigerator cabinet with a "P" clamp. Turn on water supply to the refrigerator and check for leaks. Correct }e<_" +_/:'___ _} Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death. fire. or electrical shock. Before you move your refrigerator into its final location. it is important to Recommended Grounding Method A 115 volt. Hz. AC only 15- or 20-amp fused. grounded electrical supply NOTE: Before performing any type of installation. cleaning. or removing Refrigerator displays as shown. Disconnect the refrigerator from the See "Using the Controls." Electronic Dual Control Freezer Scroll Down for Cooling Off Refrigerator • is the coldest recommended setting • is the coldest 3/8". 1/4" hex head socket wrenches. a #2 Phillips IMPORTANT: Your refrigerator has a standard door with a freezer door (Style 1) or All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later If you only want to remove and replace the door(s). see "Remove Door(s) and Hinges" and "Replace Door(s) and Hinges." Before you begin. turn the refrigerator control OFF. and remove food Remove and Replace Refrigerator and Freezer Door or Drawer Handles Style 1 - Refrigerator Door wffh Freezer Door Refrigerator Door To remove the handle. pull the trim pieces off each end of the handle. Using a Phillips screwdriver. remove the handle screws. Make sure you To replace the handle. align the handle on the door or drawer as Freezer Door To remove the handle. remove the two screws attaching the handle to To replace the handle. align the holes in the handle with the holes in Style Refrigerator Door with Freezer Drawer Metal handles To remove the handle. use a %2" or 1/8" Allen wrench to loosen the two To replace the handles. reverse the directions. Plastic handles To remove the handle. slide the trim pieces to each end of the handle Make sure you keep the screws for reattaching the handles. See Plastic Handle graphics 2 and To replace the handle. align the handle on the door or drawer as Remove Door(s) and Hinges Hex Head Top Hinge Screw Style Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Keep the freezer door closed until you are ready to lift it free from the cabinet. NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while the hinges are Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift Remove the center hinge pin and remove the hinge screws as shown in Style Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Keep the refrigerator door closed until you are ready to lift it free from the cabinet. NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while the hinges are Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in Bottom Hinge Reverse Door(s) (optional) IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your door so it opens from the opposite Door and Hinges." Door Stop Screw Flat-Head Handle Screw Door Handle Seal Screw Front Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug Cabinet Remove hinge screws from handle side and move them to opposite Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top and move them to Refrigerator door Remove the refrigerator handle assembly as shown in Graphic Keep all parts together. Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side of Remove the door stop. Move it to the opposite side of the refrigerator Attach the refrigerator handle to the opposite side of the refrigerator Tighten all screws. Set aside the door until hinges and freezer Freezer door Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts together. See Graphic 5-1. Remove freezer door handle seal screw. Move to opposite side of freezer door. Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of freezer door as shown. See Graphic Attach handle to opposite side of freezer door. Tighten all screws. Set aside door until bottom hinge is installed on Replace Door(s) and Hinges Style Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown. Tighten screws. Replace the freezer door. NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while the hinges are Assemble the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center Hinge Assemble the parts for the top hinge as shown in the Top Hinge Adjust the doors so that the bottom of the refrigerator door is aligned Style Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown. Tighten screws. NOTE: Provide additional support for the door while the hinges are Assemble the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Do not tighten screws completely. Adjust the door so that the bottom of the refrigerator door is aligned Remove and Replace Freezer Drawer IMPORTANT: Two people may be required to remove and replace the Steps." Remove Drawer Front Open the freezer drawer to full extension. Loosen the four screws attaching the drawer glides to the drawer front. See Drawer Front Removal graphic. NOTE: Loosen screws three to four turns. Keep the screws in the drawer front. Lift drawer front upward and off the screws. See Drawer Front Removal graphic. Replace Drawer Front Slide the drawer glides out of the freezer compartment. Insert the Pull the drawer brackets toward you to insert the two screws in the bottom of the drawer front into the brackets. See Drawer Front Replacement graphic. Completely tighten the four screws. Final Steps Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are in place. Reinstall top hinge cover as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death. fire. or electrical shock. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Return all removable door parts to door and food to refrigerator. The base grille covers the leveling screws and roller assemblies located at Before making adjustments. remove the base grille and move the Remove the two screws fastening the base grille to the cabinet. and Move the refrigerator to its final location. NOTE: To allow the refrigerator to roll easier. raise the leveling legs off So the doors will close easier. use a 1/4" hex driver to turn both leveling NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes A. Zeve/ing screw B. Front ro//er Open and close the doors to make sure they close as easily as you like. If not. increase the tilt by turning both leveling screws clockwise. It may Check for door alignment. If one door is lower than the other. adjust NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws. This makes it easier to turn the Make sure the refrigerator is steady. If the refrigerator seems unsteady or rolls forward when the door or drawer is opened. adjust the leveling Replace the base grille by aligning the holes in the grille with the holes in the cabinet and fasten using the screws removed in Step Usng he Co _'_'e s The temperature controls are located at the top front of the refrigerator or Temperature Controls For your convenience. the temperature controls are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator. make sure the controls are still set Recommended Setting Electronic Dual Control Freezer Scroll Down for Cooling Off Refrigerator • is the coldest recommended setting • is the coldest IMPORTANT: The recommended setting should be correct for normal household Wait 24 hours for your refrigerator to cool completely before adding NOTE: Adjusting the refrigerator and freezer temperature controls to a colder than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster. If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or To Turn Off/On: Press both Minus Sign touch pads repeatedly until a dash (-) appears in Humidity Control (on some models) The humidity control turns on a heater to help reduce moisture on the door Press the control to ON when the environment is warm and more Press the control to OFF to save energy when the environment is less humid. HumidityControl On Off Adjusting Controls If you need to adjust the temperature in either the refrigerator or freezer Press the up or down arrow touch pads to adjust the temperature. Except REFRIGERATOR too warm REFRIGERATOR Control FREEZER too warm/too little ice FREEZER Control one setting REFRIGERATOR too cold REFRIGERATOR Control FREEZER too cold FREEZER Control one setting lower The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and adjusting the Shelves and Shelf Frames To remove and replace a shelf/shelf frame: Remove the shelf/frame by tilting it up at the front and lifting it out of Replace the shelf/frame by guiding the rear shelf hooks into the shelf Lower the front of the shelf and make sure that the shelf is in position. To remove and replace the crisper(s): Slide crisper(s) straight out to the stop. Lift the front of the crisper(s) Replace the crisper(s) by sliding back in fully past the drawer stop. To remove the crisper(s) cover: Remove crisper(s). Holding the glass insert firmly with one hand. press up in center of Lift the cover frame up and remove it. Your model may have some or all of these features. Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact. such as bumping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small. pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid dropping. To replace crisper(s) cover. Fit back of cover frame into supports on side walls of the refrigerator Slide rear of glass insert into cover frame and lower front into place. Q speumd y Co "o) You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper. Adjust the control to any setting between LOW and HIGH. LOW (open) lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits and Fruit: Wash. let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bag or crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use. Sort and keep Vegetables with skins: Place in plastic bags or plastic container and HIGH (closed) keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh. leafy Leafy vegetables: Wash in cold water. drain and trim or tear off To remove and replace the snack drawer: Pull drawer out to full extension. Tilt up front of drawer and pull straight out. Replace the snack drawer by inserting the drawer into the frame rails To remove and replace the shelf: Remove the shelf by sliding it up and pulling it straight out. Replace the shelf by sliding it in above the desired support and Your model may have some or all of these features. To remove and replace the dairy center: Remove the dairy center by raising and holding the cover up while Replace the dairy center by sliding it in above the desired support and Dee' Bns To remove and replace the bins: Remove the bin by lifting it up and pulling it straight out. Replace the bin by sliding it in above the desired support and pushing Meat Storage Guide Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture When storing meat longer than the times given. freeze the meat. Fresh fish or shellfish use same day as purchased Chicken. ground beef. variety meats (liver) 1-2 days Cold cuts. steaks/roasts days Cured meats 7-10 days Leftovers Cover leftovers with plastic wrap. aluminum foil. or plastic FREEZER FEATURES Your model may have some or all of these features. On some models Convenient storage for smaller frozen food items. Fu) W d(hDeos Shef To remove and replace the shelf: Remove the shelf by sliding it up and pulling it straight out. Replace the shelf by sliding it in above the desired support and IMPORTANT: Flush the water system before turning on the ice maker. See "Water Dispenser." Turning the Ice Maker On/Off To turn the ice maker ON. simply lower the wire shutoff arm. To manually turn the ice maker OFF. lift the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click. NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. As ice is made. the ice NOTE: Turn off the ice maker before removing the ice storage bin to serve Ice Production Rate The ice maker should produce a complete batch of ice approximately To increase ice production. lower the freezer and refrigerator Remember Allow hours to produce the first batch of ice. Allow 3 days to The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the water Do not store anything on top of the ice maker or in the ice storage bin. Explosion Hazard Use nonflammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death. explosion. or fire. Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However. IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections. any odors To Clean Your Refrigerator: NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Hand wash. rinse. and dry removable parts and interior surfaces Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean sponge To keep your stainless steel refrigerator looking like new and to remove minor scuffs or marks. it is suggested that you use the manufacturePs approved Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish. To order the cleaner. see "Accessories." IMPORTANT: This cleaner is for stainless steel parts only! Do not allow the Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish to come into There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal home 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. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power. Depending on your model. the refrigerator will have either Style Style 1 - Models with Incandescent Lighting NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace To replace the refrigerator light bulb: Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power. Slide the light shield toward the back of the compartment to release it Remove the burned-out bulb and replace it with an appliance bulb no Replace the light shield by inserting the tabs on the shield into the liner NOTE: To avoid damaging the light shield. do not force the shield Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power. To replace the freezer light bulb: Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove the burned-out bulb and replace it with an appliance bulb no Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power. Style 2 - Models with LED Lighting IMPORTANT: The light bulbs in both the refrigerator and freezer To replace a light bulb: Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove the light shield (on some models). Top of the refrigerator compartment Slide the light shield toward the back of the compartment to release it from the light assembly. Replace the burned-out LED bulb(s) with a bulb of the same size. To replace the burned-out LED bulb with an LED bulb. order part number W10565137 (3.6 watts). NOTE: Some LED replacement bulbs are not recommended for wet/damp environments. The refrigerator and freezer compartments are considered to be wet/damp environments. If using a brand of LED bulb other than the recommended LED bulb. before installation. read and follow all instructions on the LED packaging. If an incandescent bulb is used to replace an LED bulb. use only incandescent bulbs for household appliances with a maximum of watts. Replace the light shield. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power. Ps}we te If the power will be out for 24 hours or less. keep the door or doors closed (depending on your model) to help food stay cold and frozen. If the power will be out for more than hours. do one of the following: Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker. Place 2 Ibs (907 g) of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot L) If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available. consume or can REMEMBER: A full freezer stays cold longer than a partially filled one. Vacations If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator On While You're Away: Use up any perishables and freeze other items. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker. and is connected to If you have an automatic ice maker. turn off the ice maker. NOTE: Depending on your model. raise the wire shutoff arm to OFF (arm up) position. or press the switch to OFF. Empty the ice bin. Models with Vacation Mode Feature Turn on Vacation mode. See "Using the Controls." NOTE: Activating Vacation mode does not turn off the ice maker. If You Choose to Turn Off the Refrigerator Before You Leave: Remove all food from the refrigerator. 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 press the switch to OFF. depending on your model. Empty the ice bin. Turn off the Temperature control(s). See "Using the Control(s)." Clean refrigerator. wipe it. and dry well. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them Moving When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home. follow these steps 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 press the switch to OFF. depending on your model. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry Empty the ice bin. Turn off the Temperature control(s). See "Using the Control(s)." Unplug refrigerator. Clean. wipe. and dry thoroughly. Take out all removable parts. wrap them well. and tape them together Depending on the model. raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls mare easily OR raise the leveling screws so they don't scrape the floor. See "Adjust the Door(s)" or "Door Closing and Door Alignment." Tape the doors closed and tape the power cord to the back of the 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 Try the solutions suggested here first before calling for assistance. The refrigerator will not operate Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death. fire. or electrical shock. 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 Is control on? Make sure the refrigerator control is on. See "Using the Control(s)." New installation? Allow hours following installation for the NOTE: Adjusting the temperature control to coldest setting will not The motor seems to run too much Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its high The refrigerator seems noisy Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this reduction. Pulsating fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance. Hissing/Rattling flow of refrigerant or from items placed on top of Popping contraction/expansion of inside walls. especially during initial cool-down. Water running/dripping may be heard when water melts during The door will not close completely Door blocked open? Move food packages away from door. Bin or shelf in the way? Push bin or shelf back in the correct position. Crisper cover in the way? Make sure the crisper cover is fully pushed in. so that the back rests on the supports. The door is difficult to open Explosion Hazard Use nonflarnrnable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death. explosion. or fire. Gaskets dirty or sticky? Clean gaskets and contact surfaces with mild Temperature is too warm New installation? Allow hours following installation for the Door opened often or left open? Allows warm air to enter refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep door fully closed. Large load of food added? Allow several hours for refrigerator to return to normal temperature. Control set correctly for the surrounding conditions? Adjust the control Control(s)." There is interior moisture buildup NOTE: Some moisture buildup is normal. Humid room? Contributes to moisture buildup. Door opened often or left open? Allows humid air to enter refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep door fully closed. The ice maker is not producing ice or not enough ice Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve Kink in the water source line? A kink in the line can reduce water flow. Straighten the water source line. Ice maker turned on? Make sure wire shutoff arm or switch (depending New installation? Wait hours after ice maker installation for ice Freezer door closed completely? Firmly close the freezer compartment "The doors will not close completely. earlier in this section. Large amount of ice recently removed? Allow 24 hours for ice maker Ice cube jammed in the ice maker ejector arm? Remove ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil. Water filter installed on the refrigerator? Remove filter and operate Reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water Requirements." The ice cubes are hollow or small NOTE: This is an indication of low water pressure. Water shutoff valve not fully open? Turn the water shutoff valve fully Kink in the water source line? A kink in the line can reduce water flow. Straighten the water source line. Water filter installed on the refrigerator? Remove filter and operate Reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water Questions remain regarding water pressure? Call a licensed. qualified plumber. Off-taste. odor or gray color in the ice New plumbing connections? New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off-flavored ice. Ice stored too long? Discard ice. Wash ice bin. Allow hours for ice maker to make new ice. Odor transfer from food? Use airtight. moisture proof packaging to store food. Are there minerals (such as sulfur) in the water? A water filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals. Water filter installed on the refrigerator? Gray or dark discoloration in The water dispenser will not operate properly Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve Kink in the water source line? Straighten the water source line. New installation? Flush and fill the water system. See "Water Dispenser." Is the water pressure at least 35 psi (241 kPo)? The water pressure to Requirements." Water filter installed on the refrigerator? Remove filter and operate Refrigerator door closed completely? Close the door firmly. If it does Recently removed the doors? Make sure the water dispenser wire/tube Reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water Requirements." Water is leaking from the dispenser system NOTE: One or two drops of water after dispensing is normal. Glass not being held under the dispenser long enough? Hold the glass New installation? Flush the water system. See "Water Dispenser." Recently changed water filter? Flush the water system. See "Water Dispenser." Water on the floor near the base grille? Make sure the water Door(s) and Drawer." Water from the dispenser is warm NOTE: Water from the dispenser is only chilled to 50°F (10°C). New installation? Allow hours after installation for the water supply Recently dispensed large amount of water? Allow hours for water supply to cool completely. Water not been recently dispensed? The first glass of water may not Refrigerator connected to a cold water pipe? Make sure the Replacement Parts: To order stainless steel cleaner or replacement filters. in the U.S.A. call 1-844-553-6667. and in Canada call 1-800-469-4663. Ask for the Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish: Order Part #D22 M40083 Water Filter: Order Part #46-9924 (P6RFWB2) Air Filter." Order Part #W10335147A Produce Preserver: Order Part #W10335145A For Sears Home Services in-home repair of all Kenmore major appliances. For the replacement parts. accessories and Use & Care Guides that you need to do-it-yourself. For professional installation of major home appliances and items like air conditioners and water heaters. 1-844-553-6667 W10797150B + 2015 KCD IP. LLC TM ®Regtstered Trademark Trademark of KCD IP. 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