User Manual Kenmore Elite 79574049411 Bottom freezer refrigerator

• Owner's manual - (English)

Table of contents

• Use & Care Guide for Kenmore 79574049411
• Using Your Refrigerator

Use & Care Guide for Kenmore 79574049411

Table of Contents

• Warranty
• Protection Agreements
• Safety instructions
• Electrical & Grounding Requirements
• Parts and Features
• Refrigerator Installation
• Unpacking Your Refrigerator
• Installation
• Removing/Replacing Your Refrigerator and
• Freezer Handles, Doors and Drawers
• Leveling and Door Alignment
• Using Your Refrigerator
• Setting the Controls
• In-Door Ice Bin
• Automatic Icemaker
• Food Storage Guide
• Refrigerator Section
• Water Dispenser
• Refrigerator Shelves
• Humidity Controlled Crisper
• Temperature Controlled Pantry Drawer
• Door Bin
• Air Filter
• Freezer Section
• Extra Ice Bin
• Pullout Drawer
• Durabase
• Durabase Divider
• Water Filter
• Care And Cleaning
• General Cleaning Tips
• Exterior
• Inside Walls
• Door Liner And Gaskets
• Plastic Parts
• Condenser Coils
• Light Bulb Replacement
• Power Interruptions
• When You Go On Vacation
• When You Move
• Connecting the Water Line
• Troubleshooting Guide
• Kenmore Connect TM
• Service

Using Your Refrigerator

SETTING THE CONTROLS

Temperature

• The Refrigerator Temp Control ranges from 33°F to 46°F (1°C to 8°C). Press the Refrigerator Temp button to cycle through the available temperature settings one increment at a time.
• The Freezer Temp Control range is from -6°F to 8°F (-21°C to -13°C). Press the Freezer Temp button to cycle through the available temperature settings one increment at a time.

NOTE: When changing control settings, wait 24 hours before making additional adjustments. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you would like and when ice cream is firm. If the temperature in either compartment is too cold or too warm, change the setting one increment at a time. Wait 24 hours for the change to stabilize before adjusting again.

Airflow

Be sure not to block vents while packing your refrigerator, Doing so will restrict airflow and may cause the refrigerator temperature to become too warm or cause interior moisture buildup, (See air flow diagram below,)

Dispenser

The dispenser will dispense water, cubed ice or crushed ice. Press the appropriate icon of your choice: ((_)) water ((_)) cubed ice ((_)) crushed ice. When pressed the icon will illuminate.

NOTE: The dispenser will not work if any door is left open or if the control lock is engaged.

NOTE: If the Control Lock icon is illuminated, the Dispenser will not work. Disable the Control Lock to use the Dispenser again.

CAUTION: The control display is operated by touch. Excessive moisture on the display may cause a malfunction. Please keep the display clean and dry.

Using Your Refrigerator

Air Filter

The Air Filter helps remove odors from the refrigerator. The Air Filter has two settings, Auto and MAX. In Auto mode, the Air Filter will cycle on and off in increments of ten minutes on and one hundred and ten minutes of{. if set to the MAX mode, the Air Filter will stay on continuously for four hours, cycling on and of{ in increments of ten minutes on and five minutes off. After four hours, the Air Filter will switch to Auto mode.

• Auto mode is the default mode.
• Press the Air Filter button once for MAX mode.

Air Filter Reset

When the CHANGE icon turns on, the air filter needs to be replaced. After replacing the air filter, press and hold the Air Filter button for three seconds to turn the icon light off. It is recommended to change the air filter approximately every 6 months

ice Maker ON/OFF

* To switch the icemaker ON or OFF, press the Ice Maker button.

Ultra ice

• When you press and hold the Ice Maker button for three seconds, the graphic will illuminate in the display and will continue for 24 hours. The function will automatically shut of{ after 24 hours.

NOTE: While you are selecting the Ultra Ice function, the Ice Maker icon will briefly switch to OFF, then return to ON. This is normal.

• You can stop this function manually by pressing and holding the button one more time.
• This function increases both ice making and freezing capabilities.

Water Filter Reset

When the CHANGE icon turns on, you need to change the water filter. After changing the water filter, press and hold the Water Filter button for three seconds to turn the indicator light of{. You need to change the water filter approximately every six months.

Dispenser Light

This light has three settings: On, Off: and Dim. Select the Dim option at night. The light will automatically turn on at full brightness when the dispenser pad is pushed.

Articulating Mullion

This feature is a metal strip attached to the left door that articulates (rotates) 90 degrees as the door is closed, forming a mullion (base) for the left and right door gaskets to seal against.

CAUTION To reduce the risk of scratching the door or breaking the door mullion, make sure that the refrigerator door mullion is always folded in.

Door Alarm

• When power is connected to the refrigerator, the door alarm is initially set to ON. When you press the DoorAlarm button, the display will change to OFF and theDoor Alarm function will deactivate.
• When either the refrigerator or the freezer door is left open for more than 60 seconds, the alarm tone will sound to let you know that the door is open.
• When you close the door, the door alarm will stop.

Control Lock

• When power is initially connected to the refrigerator, the Lock function is off. if you want to activate the Lock function to lock other buttons, press and hold the Control Lock button for three seconds or more. The Control Lock button will illuminate and the Lock function is now enabled.
• When the Lock function is activated, no other buttons will work. The dispenser pad is also deactivated.
• To disable the Lock function, press and hold the Control
• Lock button for approximately three seconds.

Temperature Mode Switch Function (°F °C)

If you want to convert °F to °C or vice versa, press and hold the Freezer Temp and Refrigerator Temp buttons at the same time for approximately five seconds.

Demo Mode (For Store Use Only)

The Demo Mode disables all cooling in the refrigerator and freezer sections to conserve energy while on display in a retail store. When activated, OFF will display on the control panel.

To deactivate:

With either refrigerator door opened, press and hold the Refrigerator Temp and Ice Maker buttons at the same time for five seconds. The control panel will beep and the temperature settings will display to confirm that Demo Mode is deactivated. Use the same procedure to activate the Demo Mode.