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.Contents
oEnglish Version ............................................................2
° Versi6n en espafio| .................................................39
oSafety Instructions...................................................... 2
oGrounding ReqUirements ...................................... 2, 3
o Starting the Refrigerator ......................................... 3, 4
°Adiusting the Controls ....................................................4
* Food S|orage Suggestions o._............i......................4, 5
Features ...................................................................... 8
° ice Service ............................................................ 9, 10
-Care and Cleaning .......................................... 11, 12
"Vacation and Moving Precautions ..........................1 3
Energy-Saving Tips .................................................. 14
'_ {_efore You Call for Service ............................. 14, ] 5
° Reversing Door Swing ....................................... t 6-1 8
-Warranty ................................................... Back Cover
Your o d refrigerator has a cooling systemthat used
CFCs (chtorofluorocarbons) CFCs are believed to harm
s_ratosphefic ozone.
If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the
C_:Crefrigerant iSremovecl for proper disposal by o qualified
Servicer. ff you inlentionaltyrelease thisCFC refriget'an|you
Canbe subject to fines ancJimprisonmentunder provisions of
the federal Clean Air Act.
number and date you purchased your Kenmore refrigerator in the
id Serial number location.
SerialN_rnbe_ Date oFPurchase
2K AND CO., Hoffman Estates,IL60179 USA
Top Freezer, No-Frost 18-25 cu. ft. Models
Some models include an Automatic icemaker.
Otter models are ready for future Automalic
Icemaker installation.
following:
1nstructions before it is used. See grounding
requirements below arid on page 3.
-Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on
the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull
straight out from the outlet.
.. Repair or replace immediately all electric
service cords that have become frayed O_
otherwise damaged, Do not use a cord that shows
cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at
either the plug or connector end.
- When moving your refrigerator away from
the wall, be careful not to roll aver or damage
the power cord.
•After your refrigerator is in operation, do not
touch the cold surfaces in the freezer cornpartment,
particularly when hands are damp or wet. Skin may
adhere to the extremely cold surfaces.
-If your refrigerator has an icemaker, do
not place fingers or hands on the automatic
icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is
plugged in. This will help protect you from possible
injury. It will also orevent interference with the moving
thawed ifthey still contain ice crystals or ifthey are still
cold-below 40°F. (40C.).
"...Thawed ground meats, poultry or fish that have any
off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and should
not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be discarded. If
the odor or color of any food is poor or q uestionable, get
rid of it.The food may be dangerous to eat.
"Even partial thawing and refreezing reduce the eating
quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables and
prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats is
affected less than that of many other foods. Use refrozen
hods as soon as possible to save as much of their eating
quality as you can."
- If your old refrigerator is still around the house but
notin use, be sure to remove the doors. This will
reduce the possibility of danger to children.
- Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang an
the shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage
the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
° Unplug your refrigerator before making any
repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend that any
servicing be performed by a qualified individual.
o Before replacing a burned.out light bulb, unplug the
refrigerator or turn off power at thecircuit breaker or fuse
box in order to avoid contact with a tive wire filament (A
burned-out light bulb may break when being replaced.)
NOTE: Moving control to OFF position does not remove
power to the light circuiL
parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating
element that releases the cubes. SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
Grounding Requirements Important-Please read carefully.
To connect electricity
For personal safety,
this appliance must be
properly grounded°
The power cord of thls
appliance isequipped
with a three-prong
(grounding) plug which
mates with a standard three-
SURE PROPER
prong (grounding) watt outlet (Fig 1) to minimize the
possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance
Have wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure outlet is properly grounded_
Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is encountered,
it isyour personal responsibility and obligation to have it
replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall
outlet
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR
REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND) PRONG FROM
THE POWER CORD.
Use of Adapter Plug
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against use of an
adapter plug However, iFyou still elect to usean
adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY
CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded
two-prong wall outlet by use of a UL listed adapter (Fig_
2) available at most local hardware stores:
The larger slot in the
adapter must be aligned
with the larger slot in the
wail outlet to provide
proper polarity inthe
connection of the
power cord_
CAUTION: Attaching an
TEMPORARYMETHOD
IAO,_r_.PLUGSNOT _.._
_ERMInE0,NCANAOAIII_'_1
ALIGN lARGE II|i'_S_I I
iNSURE PROPER
-4_" GROUND AND
|l FIRM CONNECTION
n_2 I1 8EFOREUSE
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adapter ground terminal to the wall outlet cover screw
does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is
metal, and not insulated, and the walt outlet is grounded
through the house wiring You should have circuit
checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet
isproperly grounded
When disconnecting the power cord from the
adapter, always hold the adapter with one hand° If this
is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to
break with repeated use
Should the adapter ground terminal break,
DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground
has again been established.
Use of Extension Cords
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an
extension cord However, if you still elect to use an
extension cord, itisabsolutely necessary that it be a UL
listed 3_wire grounding type alqptiance extension cord
having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the
electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum)
and 120 volts
Electrical Requirements
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its
own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage
rating that matches the rating plate
This provides the best performance and also prevents
overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a
fire hazard from overheated wires
Startingthe Refrigerator
Location
•Install the refrigerator on a floor strong enough to
support itwhen itisfully loaded
" Do not install itwhere the temperature will go below
60°E (16°C) because itwill not run often enough to
maintain proper temperatures
•Do not install it next to your range, a heating vent or
where the sun will shine directly on it
Clearances
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical
connections:
Sides .................................... 3/4" ( 19 mm)
Top .................................. 1" (25 ram)
Back .................................. 1" (25 ram)
For deep door models, leave 1y=" (44 ram) door
clearance on the hinge side ifthe refrigerator isinstalled
against thewall
Leveling
Adjustable rollers behind the base grille enable you to
move the refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning
These rollers should be set so the refrigerator restsfirmly
on the floor with the front raised just enough that the
doors dose easily when opened about halfway
To adjust the rollers:
• Remove the bose grille
Grasp it at the bottom
and pull it out
. Turn the roller adjusting
screws clockwise to raise
the refrigerator, counter-
clockwise to lower it
Use a blade-type screwdriver
Both doors should close
properly when bottom front
edge of refrigerator cabinet is
about 3/4" (19 mm) fromthe floor
•To replace the base
grille, line up the prongs
on the grille with the
clamps on the refrigerator
and push forward until
the grille snaps into place
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Starting the Refrigerator (continued)
Temperature Controls
Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate
the temperature in the fresh food and freezer
cornpartments
At first, set the Fresh Food control at "5" and the Freezer
contrd at "C"
Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize, whether
you are setting the controls for the first time or adjusting
them later Then, if you want colder or warmer
temperatures in either compartment, adjust the controls
one letter or number at a time
NOTE: Turning the Fresh Food control to OFF turns off
cooling in both compartments-fresh food and freezer-
but does not shut off power to the refrigerator
How to test temperatures:
Use milk test for fresh foocl compartment. Place a
container of milk on the top shelf in the fresh food
compartment, Check if a day later_ If the milk istoo warm
or too cold, adjust the temperature controls.
Use ice cream test for freezer compartment. Place a
container of ice cream in the center of the freezer
compartment Check it after a day. tf it's too hard or too
soft, adiust the temperature controls..
Turning your household thermostat below 60 ° Fo
(16°Co) at night? You may want to move the Freezer
control one step colder, as from "C" to "D" Cooler
temperatures in the house may cause the compressor to
operate Iessfrequently, thus allowing the freezer
compartment to warm somewhaL
To protect your frozen food supply, leave your Freezer
control at this new, colder setting for the entire winter or
for as tong as you keep your thermostat turned down.
Moving the Freezer control to a colder setting should
have no effect on your fresh food compartmenL
However, if freezing occurs, turn the numbered control
one step warmer, as from "5" to "4"_
When you stop turning the household thermostat down at
night, turn the refrigerator temperature controls back to
their regular settlngs_.
Power Miser Switch
This switch is on the
temperature control panel
To reduce the amount of i T
electricity required to
operate your refrigerator, be sure the switch is
pushed to the left position. This turns off the heater in
your refrigerator that prevents moisture from forming on
the outside
if moisture forms on the outside of the refrigerator,
push the Power Miser Switch to the right. The Iow_
wattage heater will warm the outside of the cabinet and,
under most conditions, prevent the forming of moisture or
water droplets
Food Storage Suggestions
Fresh Food Storage Tips
To store unfrozen meats, fish and poultry:
• Always remove store wrappings_
• Rewrap in foil, film or wax paper and refrigerate
immediately
To store cheese, wrap well with wax paper or aluminum
foil, or put in a plastic bag.
• Carefully wrap to expel air and help prevent mold.
• Store pre-packaged cheese in its own wrapping if you
wish.
To store vegetables, use the vegetable drawers-
they've been designed to preserve the natural moisture
and freshness of produce.
• Covering vegetables with a moist towel helps maintain
crispness
• As a further aid to freshness, pre-packaged vegetables
can be stored in their original wrapping_
Suggested Storage Times
Eatingquality drops
after time shown
DAYS MONTHS
IN IN
REFRIGERATOR FREEZER
AT AT
35 ° to 40°F. O°F.
(2 ° to 4°C,) (-18°C.)
Fresh Meats
Roasts(Beef & Lamb) ........................ 3to 5 6 to t 2
Roasts(Pork & Veal) ................... 3 to 5 4 to 8
Steaks (Beef) ................................. 3 to 5 6 to 12
Chops (Lamb) .........................................3 to 5 6 to 9
Chops (Pork) .................................. 3 to 5 3 to 4
Ground & Stew Meats .................. 1 to 2 3 to 4
Variety Meats ........................................1to 2 3 to 4
Sausage (Pork) ......................................1 to 2I to 2
Processed Meats
Bacon ............................................. 7 1
Frankfurters ......................................... 7 t/2
Ham (Whole) .............................. 7 t to 2
Ham (Half)................................3 to5 Ito2
Ham (Slices) ....................................... 3 1 to2
Luncheon Meats .............................. 3 to 5 Freezing
Sausage (Smoked) ....................... 7 not recom-
Sausage (Dry & Semi-Dry) ............ 14 to 2t mended
Cooked Meats
Cooked Meats and
Meat Dishes ......................................3 to 4 2 to 3
Gravy & Meat Broth ......................... 1to 2 2 to 3
Fresh Poultry
Chicken & Turkey (Whole) .......... 1to 2 12
Chicken (Pieces) .................................. I to 2 9
Turkey (Pieces) ............................................ Ito 2 6
Duck &Goose (Whole) ................... I to 2 6
Giblets ................................................. Ito 2 3
Cooked Poultry
Pieces (Covered wlth Broth) ....... I to 2 6
Pieces (Not Covered) .................. 3 to 4 I
Cooked Pouhry Dishes ...................... 3 to 4 ,4to 6
FriedChicken ...................................... 3 to 4 4
(Other than for meats &poultry) FREEZER
Most fruits and vegetables ........................... 8q 2 monlhs
Lean fish ...........................................................................6-8 months
Fattyfish, rolls and breads,
soups, stew, casseroles .......................... 2-3 months
Cokes, pies, sandwiches,
leftovers (cooked),
Ice cream (original cation) ............................ 1monlh maX.r
Meats, fish and poultry purchased from thestore vary in
quality and age; consequently, safe storage times inyour
refrigerator wil! vary,, For meat and poultry information,
call the US Dept. of Agriculture at 800-535-4555,
New techniques are constantly being deve)opedr
Consult the College or County Extension Service or
your local Utility Company for the latestinformation
on freezing and storing foods,.
Tips on freezing foods
1. Freeze only top-quality foods, Freezing retains
quality and flavor; it cannot improve quality,
:2. Freeze fruits and vegetables quickly after
picking. The sooner you do, the better the frozen
product wil! be, with less culling and sorting to do,
3. Use food wraps designed especially for
freezing.
To store ice cream-Fine-quality ice cream, with high
cream content, will normally require slightly lower
temperatures than more "airy" akeady-packaged
brands with low cream content,
•It will be n&cessary to experiment to determine the
freezer compartment location and temperature control
setting to keep your ice cream at the right serving
temperature.,
•The rear of the freezer compartment is slightly colder
than the front,.
To freeze meat, fish and poultry, wrap well in
freezer-weight foil (or other heavy-duty wrapping
material) forming it carefully to the shape of the
contents, This expels air, Fold and crimp ends of
the package to provide a good, lasting seal
Don't refreeze meat that has completely thawed;
meat, whether raw or cooked, can be frozen
successfully only once
ForconvenJence._
"Store like things together, This saves both time and
electricity because you can find foods faster
"Place the oldest items up front so they can be used up
promptly,
°Use door shelves or bins for most often used items,
To save money in energy and food costs..,
*Cover moist foods with tight lids, plastic film or foil,
•Leaf vegetables and fruits placed in drawers will last
longer when stored in closed plastic containers or
wrapped in plastic filmo
"Do not overload your fresh food or freezer
compartment with a lot of warm food at once,
*Open the doors the fewest times possible to save
electriSal energy,
*When going out of town br several days, leave
as few perishables as possible in the refrigerator.. If
your refrigerator has an icemaker, move the icemaker
feeler arm to the STOP (up) position and shut off water
to the refrigerator.
Shelvesand Storage Drawers
Adjustable Shelves
Shelves in the fresh food and freezer compartments
are adjustable, enabling you to make efficient shelf
arrangements.
To remove a shelf:
Tilt the shelf up at front, then
lift it up and out of the tracks
on the rear walt of the
refrigerator..
To replace a shelf:
Select desired shelf height.
With the shelf front raised
slightly, engage the top tugs
in the tracks at the rear of the
cabinet Then lower the front
of the shelf until it locks
into position
Wire shelves (on some mode&)
are adjustable in the same manner
I [!]Engage __
top lug
[] Lower to
lock into place
Door Shelves (onsome models)
Shelves on both doors keep frequently-used items
within easy reach
Removable Door Bins _Jl_---'_
(on some models) ,..__-....L,_-:__,,*"----._ /.Z/_
Adjustable bins on fresh food ___
and freezer compartment
doors can easily be carried
from the refrigerator to the
work area..
To remove: Slide bin forward on molded supports until it
comes completely out of the door..
To relocate: Select desired shelf height, engage bins in
the molded supports of the door, and slide in; Bin wilt
hook in place.
'vder °"°m'mode
Dividers are designed to give
you storage flexibility in
removable bins and on your
fresh food door shelves. Items
such as salad dressings, steak _"'_
sauces and other condiments
can now be kept securely against the door liner to help
prevent tipping, spilling or sliding.
Place index finger and middle finger on either side of the
divider near the front and simply move it back and forth
to fit your needs.
Storage Bin (on some models)
This removable tilt-out bin can
be located on the fresh food
or freezer compartment door.
It has been designed for
convenient storage of those
frequently-used items that do
not fit easily into a door bin
or soon-to-be-used items that
require covered storage to
keep from drying out.
_,_ [_Pushup
lI '
To open, push the latch up and pull the bin handle
forward.
To avoid damaging the refrigerator, make sure
the bin isclosed and latched before closing the
refrigerator door
Bin houstrg
1"oremove the bin, lift up and out of the bin housing
To relocate the Storage Bin unit, lift the bin housing up
and out of the molded supports on the door, move it to
the desired new location, and lower it onto the molded
supports on the door, You do not have to remove the bin
from the housing when relocating the Storage Bin uniL
Eggs/Dell Drawer
(on some models)
This drawer isa convenient
place to store eggs or deli foods.
Two-Position Freezer Shelf (onsome models)
To relocate the two-position freezer shelf, lift slightly and
move it sideways to free the ends of the shelf from the
ho_esin the walls Then tilt the shelf and take it ouL To
reinstall the shelf, first insert one end and then the other.
l /
For models without an For models with an icemaker,
icemaker, the shelf can be the shelf must be placed in
placed in either position the lower position
Sealed Crisper Drawer (on some models)
This drawer isdesigned
to keep unwrapped
foods fresh by retaining
the natural moisture
content of foods such as:
"Artichokes °Celery "Lettuce "Radishes
"Asparagus -Cherries •Parsley •Rhubarb
"Beets,topped "Corn •Peas,green "Spinach
"Blueberries •Currants - Plums •T.omatoes,
•Carrots "Greens,leafy npe
As in any refrigerated storage area, foods with strong
odors should be stored wrapped-foods such as:
•Brussels •Broccoli "Cauliflower "Turnips
Sprouts "Cabbage ' Green Onions oParsnips
Handi Dishes (onsome models)
Cooking-serving-storage t I
dishes with durable see.......
through tids fit into a rack that __
hangs on the fresh food or
freezer compartment door
Dishes can be removed from and returned to the rack as
needed, and the rack can be removed and relocated on
either door in the same manner as the door bins above
Dishes and lids are safe for use in microwave ovens,
refrigerators, freezers, and are dishwasher-safe. The
dishes should not be used for cooking high-fat foods such
as bacon and high-sugar foods such as candy and syrup
The high temperatures of the fat and sugar can cause
bubbles to form on the inside of the dish
CAUTION: Dishes and lids are not designed for use
in the regular oven, on the range-top or in the
broiler. Such use can be hazardous.
Crisper Drawer (onsome models)
This drawer isdesigned to provide lower humldity
storage for items such as:
"Apples •Nectarines "Raspberries ' Strawberries
"Apricots •Oranges "Squash, "Tangerines
Grapes "Peaches Summer
"Mushrooms "Pears
Adjustable Humidity Drawers (onsomemodels)
These drawers have
individual, adiustable
humidity controls that let you
regulate the amount of cold
air entering the drawers
Slide the controls all the way to VEG setting and the
drawer provides higher humidity levels recommended
for most vegetables
Slide the controls all the way to FRUITS setting
and the drawer provides lower humidity levels
recommended for most fruits
Adjustable-Temperature Meat Keeper
(on some models)
This drawer isdesigned for lunch meats, snacks, cheese,
bacon and spreads as well as for temporary storage of
fresh meats you do not want to freeze It can be removed
and taken tothe food preparation area And the drawer
and sheff:to which itattaches can be relocated at any
level to suit your food storage needs
When this drawer is
placed in the top 6 slots
on the left side and the
lever is set at COLDEST, air
from the freezer isforced
around the drawer to
keep it very cold,
The variable temperature control lever lets you
regulate the amount of cold air surrounding the drawer
When the lever is all the way up, the damper over the
opening in the drawer is fully open to provide the coIdest
storage area
When the lever is all the way down, the damper is
fully closed Normal refrigerator temperatures will be
maintained,
Various in-between settings may be selected
Features
AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER
OR PROVISION FOR ONE
If your refrigerator has an automatic
icemaker see operating instructions.
If not, you may add one. An
automatic icemaker accessory kit is
available from your Sears store or
Sears Service Center.
nmodels with ice trays.
have half-width multi_
position shelves, others have a full-
width two-position shelf.
MISER SWITCH
amount of electricity
requ red to operate the refrigerator
when pushed to the left position.
Reduces or eliminates moisture on
outside of refrigerator when pushed
to the right
USE AND CARE LABEL--_
information you'll want --
to know isright on the
refrigerator, including
everyday care.
TEMPERATURE
CONTROLS -- -
Set Freezer conlroi at "C"
and Fresh Food control at
"5." They may need
adjusting later.
MEAT KEEPER
Drawer provides
convenient storage for
temporary meats you do
noi want to freeze as Well
as snacks, lunch meats,
bacon, cheese and
spreac_s.An adjustable
temperature cohtrol on
some models lets you
regulate the amount
of col dair surrounding
the drawer.
MODEL AND SERIAL
NUMBER LOCATION
You'll Findthese numbers here. To
order repair parts, Seethe parts listthat
came Wth your refrigerator, or take
these numbers to your nearest Sears
Service Center and they will help you.
FLEXIBLE ICE CU BETRAYS
Twist both ends of these trays and
ice cubes empty into a container or
cubes can be lifted out one by one.
NO DEFROSTING
It isnot necessaryto defrost thefreezer
or fresh food compartments. YoUr
refr gerator isdesigned and equipped
to defrost itselfautomatically.
EGGS/DEL!
(on some models)
This drawer isa convenient place
to store eggs or deli foods.
ISPER DRAWER
(on some models)
This Sealed drawer has been
designed to allow higher air flow
to provide lower humidily levels for
most frL_itS.An adjustable humidity
control, Onmodels thathave one.
lets y0u regulaie the amount of
cold air entering the drawer.
-- SEALED CRISPER DRAWER
(an some models)
The left drawer is sealed to
_ual-usag_
ozen eggs in their cartons,
or stores an extra supply of
ice CUBESin the freezer for
2
special occasions.
open while bin is
in use, provides ec_syaccess
todai_ products.
doors
keep frequently used food
itemswithin easy reach.
DR SHELVES
some models)
ves on both ctoors keep
freq uently-used itemswithin
easy reach.
ton sc_memodels)
maintain higher humidity levels
for unwrapped foods and most
vegetableS.An adjustable humidity
contrOl on-some models letsyou
regulate the amount of cold air -
entering the drawer.
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DOORS
• I t
textured doors; they won
show fingerprints.
MAGNETIC DOOR GASKETS
Doors close quietly, and gaskets seal
t ghtly when the refrigerator is level-
" " . r" r t r"see Starhng the Ref tge a o.
ADJUSTABLE SHELVES
IN REFRIGERATOR
Shelves letyou arrange-and
rearrange-Lthe interior of your
refrigerator to meet your ever-
changing food storage needs.
jars
so theywon't tip, spill or slide.
Ice Service
Automatic Icemaker
(on icemaker-equipped models)
1 A newly-installed refrigerator may take 8 to 12 hours 1
to begin making ice. t
Your icemaker will
produce eight cubes
per cycle-approximately
100 cubes in a 24-hour
period, depending on
freezer compartment
temperature, room
temperature, number of
door openings and other
use conditions
If your refrigerator is
operated before the
water connection is made
to the icemaker, keep the
feeler arm in the STOP (up)
position
When the refrigerator
has been connected to
the water supply, move
the feeler arm to the ON
(down) position
The icemaker will fiIi with
Icemaker Feeler Arm in
ositlon
ice Storage Bm
water when it cools to freezing. A newly-installed
refrigerator may take 8 to 12 hours to begin making
ice cubes
Throw away the first few batches of ice This flushes
away impurities in the water line
Icemaking wil! continue until the feeler arm senses a
sufficient accumulation of ice cubes in the storage bin
and halts the operation temporarily For maximum
ice storage, level the stored cubes with your hand
occasionally. Be sure nothing interferes with the swing
of the feeler arm
The icemaker ejects cubes in groups of eight and it is
normal for several cubes to be joined together
Move the icemaker feeler arm to the STOP (up)
position when:
° home waler supply is to be off for several hours.
oice storage bin is to be removed for a period of time,
"going away on vacation, at which time you should also
turn offthe valve in the water supply line to your
refrigerator
turning the fresh food control to the OFF position
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will
become cloudy and taste staler Empty the ice
storage bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water
Be sure to allow the storage bin to dry before replacing
it-otherwise ice cubes may stick to other parts of the
icemaker
if this is your first icemaker, you'll hear occasional
sounds that may be unfamiliar They are normal
icemakir_g sounds and are not a cause for concern
Ice Trays
(on models without automatic icemaker)
To release ice cubes, turn the tray upside down,
hold it over a container, and twist both ends
For only one or two ice
cubes, leave the tray right-
side up, twist both ends
slightly, and remove as
many cubes as you want
Wash ice trays in lukewarm water onlyo Do not put
them in an automatic dishwasher.
Automatic Icemaker Accessory Kit
(optional at extra cost)
If your refrigerator did not come already equipped with
on automatic icemaker, you may add one-contact your
Sears store or Sears Service Center
Water Filter Accessory
(optional at extra cost)
Your ice cubes can only be as fresh-tasting
as the water that produces them That's why
it's a good idea to purify the water with a
water filter
The water filter is an optional part at extra
cost and is available from your Sears Service
Center, Order Filter No 978488 and it may
be installed in minutes when attached to the
inlet water tube connection
Water Supply Accessory Kit
(optionai at extra cost)
A water supply kit containing copper tubing, shut-off
valve, fittings and instructions needed to connect the
icemaker to your cold water line is also available from
your Sears store or Sears Service Center
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Ice Service (continued)
Icemaker Water Line
Installation Requirements
You will need a shutoff valve, two
1/4" O,D, compression nuts, two
compression sleeves and enough
1/4" O D copper tubing to connect
refrigerator to water source (Your
Sears Store or Catalog Sales Office
has a kit available with a saddle-
type shutoff valve and copper
tubing Before purchasing, make
sure a saddle-type valve complies
with your local plumbing codes.)
CAUTION: Do not install icemaker
tubing in areas where temperatures
fall below freezing
1. Find a 3/8" (10 ram) to 1"
(25 mm) vertical COLD water pipe
near the refrigerator_ When itis
necessary to connect into a
horizontal water pipe, make the
connection to the top or side, rather
than at the bottom to avoid drawing
off any sediment Fromthe water pipe
2. Measure from INLET on rear of
refrigerator to water pipe, Add 7'
{2 m) to allow for moving refrigerator
for cleaning This is the length of
1/4" OD copper tubing you will
need for the job (length from water
valve to water pipe PLUS7' [2 m]),
Be sure both ends of copper tubing
are cut square,
3o Turn OFF main water supply_
Turn on nearest faucet long enough
to clear line of water,
CAUTION: When using any
electrical device (such as a power
drill) to facilitate installation, be
sure the device is insulated or wired
in a manner to prevent the hazard
of electrical shock,
4, Using a grounded drill, drill a
3/16" hole in the vertical cold
water pipe you have selected
Typical
ways to
connect
to water
supply
PIPE _J _-- WASHER
CLAMP \ _] I
VALVE
[ COLD WATER
................._[ PPE
5o Fasten shutoff valve to cold water
pipe with pipe clamp,Be sure inlet
end issolidly in 3/t 6' drilled hole
in water pipe and washer is under
pipe clamp Tighten packing nut
Tighten pipe clamp screws carefully
and evenly so washer makes a
watertight connection. Do not
overtighten or you may crush
copper tubing, especially if soft
copper tubing isused_Now you are
ready to connect the copper tubing,
JCOMPRESSION
NUT
PACKING
NUT
OUTLET COMPRBSIO
VALVE SLEEVE
6. Slip compression sleeve and
compression nut on copper tubing
as shown above Insert end of
tubing into outlet end squarely as far
as it will go Screw compression nut
to outlet end with adjustable
wrench Do not overtighten, Turn
ON main water supply and flush out
tubing until water isclear, Turn OFF
shutoff valve on water pipe, You are
now ready to connect other end of
1/4" copper tubing to water valve
on back of refrigerator
uuIu u u
Throughbar Under sinkto Throughwoll Incrawl
to basement catd walor to ulilily room spaceunder
cold water pipe pipe cold water pipe house
TUBtNG
CLAMP
1/4"TUBE TO
SHUTOFF VALVE
,4,
I/4" COMPRESSION NUT
REFRIGERATORCONNECTION
7oThe water valve (supplied in the
icemaker kit, ifnot already on your
model) has a compression fining
protruding through the compressor
compartment cover at the rear
of the refrigerator Assemble
compression nut on compression
fitting as shown above, Insert end
of tubing into connector and tighten
compression nut Be sure end of
tubing is square in connector and
isinserted as far as itwill go, Do not
overtighten, Be sure there isenough
extra tubing (coiled into three turns
of about 10" (25 cm) diameter)to
allow refrigerator to move out from
wall after installation, Secure tubing
in metal clamp at top right corner of
compressor compartment cover
8. Turn shutoff valve ON, TIGHTEN
ANY CONNECTIONS OR NUTS
THAT LEAK
9. Copper tubingmay now be
fastened to baseboard
10. Your ice cubes can only be as
fresh-tastlng as the water that
produces them, That's why it is a
good idea to purify the water with
a water filler The water filter is an
optional part at extra cost and is
available from the Sears Service
Center_ Order Filter No 978488
and install at the inlet water tube
connection
11. Water Pressure Limitations:
Not below (15 PS 1,)or above
(t25 P,S,I ), Ifa probiem occurs,
call your Utility Company
IMPORTANT: It may take up to 24
hours for your icemaker to begin
producing ice
The first few batches of ice cubes
should be thrown away, so that
remaining impurities in the water
line will be flushed out,
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Care and Cleaning
Outside
The door handles and trim can be cleaned with
a cloth dampened with a solution of mild liquid
dishwashing detergent and water Dry with a soft
cloth Don't wax handles or trim
Keep the finish clean. Wipe with a clean cloth lightly
dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid
dishwashing detergent Dry and polish with a clean,
soft cloth Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled
dishwashing cloth or wet towel They may leave a
residue that can harm the paint Do not use scouring
pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners
containing bleach because these products can
scratch and weaken the paint finish
Protect the paint finish. The outside of the refrigerator
has a high quality, baked-on paint finish With proper
care, it will stay newolooking and rusffree for years
Apply a coat of kitchen appliance wax when the
refrigerator is new and then at least twice a year
Inside
Clean the inside of the fresh food and freezer
compartments at least once a year. Unplug the
refrigerator before cleaning Ifthis is not practical,
wring excess moisture out of sponge or cloth when
cleaning around switches, lights or controls
Use warm water and baking soda solution-about a
tablespoon (15 rot) of baking soda to a quart (t L) of
water This both cleans and neutralizes odors Rinse
thoroughly with water and wipe dry
Other parts of the refrigerator-including door gaskets,
vegetable drawers, ice trays and all plastic parts-can
be cleaned the same way Do not use cleansing
powders or other abrasive cleaners, After cleaning door
gaskets, appfy a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the door
gaskets at the hinge side This helps keep the gaskets
from sticking and bending out of shape
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves and cold glass
storage drawer cover with hot water because the
extreme temperature difference may cause them
to break
To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking
soda in the rear of the refrigerator, on the top shelf
Change the box every three months An open box of
baking soda in the freezer will absorb stale odors
I Do not wash any plastic parts from yourrefrigerator in your automatic dishwasher.
Behind Refrigerator
Care should be taken in moving your refrigerator away
from the wail All types of floor coverings can be
damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those
with embossed surfaces Pull the refrigerator straight out
and return it to position by pushing itstraight in Moving
your refrigerator in a side direction may result in
damage to your floor covering or refrigerator
When pushing the refrigerator back, make sure you
don't roll over the power cord or icemaker supply lineL
Under Refrigerator
The condenser islocated behind the base grille
For most efficient operation, you need to keep the
condenser clean Turn temperature control to OFF
Remove the base grille Sweep away or vacuum dust
that is readily accessible on condenser coils, then turn
the control back on For best
results, use a brush specially
designed for this purpose It
isavailable at your Sears
store or service center This
easy cleaning operation
should be done at least
once a year
(continued next page)
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Care and Cleaning fcont nuedl
Storage Drawers
Drawers at the Bottom of the fresh food compartment will
stop before coming all the way out of the refrigerator to help
prevent contents from spilling onto the floor The drawers
can be removed easi)y by lifting the sides up slightly while
pulling the drawers past the "stop" location
To remove the drawers and their cover when the fresh
food compartment door cannot be opened fully:
1. Remove the drawer farthest from the door,
2_ Remove the other drawer.
On models with a bottom
door shelf that blocks the
other drawer, slide the other
drawer toward the middle
and remove it
3, Remove the glass
cover. Reach in, push the
front of the glass cover up
and, at the same time, pull
it forward as far as it will
come. Tilt it and take it out
4, Remove the drawer
frame. (Always remove the
glass cover before you take
out the drawer frame,) Lift
the frame off the supports
at each side and back,
pull it forward, tilt it and
take it out
To replace:
1. Lower the frame until it
rests on the supports at
each side and back.
2. Replace the drawers.
If you removed the drawer
slide, replace itwith the
sloped end at the front
a. Slide one side of the
drawer onto the drawer
slide,
Drawer Slide
(sloped
b. Move the slide and drawer all the way to the hinge
side until the other side of the drawer rests on the frame,
c. Slide the other drawer into place.
3, Replace the glass cover, pushing its rear edge
firmly into the rear frame channel and gently lowering
the front into pJace,
Drawers with
plastic cover
To remove drawers, lift front
up stightly and pull drawer
straight out,
To remove cover, support it
with one hand, tilt it and take
itout,
12
Light Bulb Replacement
Unplug refrigerator before replacing a
light bulb.
Fresh food compartment. An easily-accessible
appliance bulb islocated at the top of the fresh food
compartment at front, center. RepIace with same-size,
same_type bulb
Freezer compartment. On some models, an appliance
bulb is located at the top right, rear of the freezer
compartment, behind a snap-out light shield Replace
with same-size, same-type bulb
When You Go On Vacation
For extended vacations or absences, shut off power
to the refrigerator, turn the controt to the OFF position
and clean the interior with a baking soda solution of one
tablespoon (15 rot) of baking soda to one quart (1 L) of
water. Wipe dry. To prevent odors, leave an open box
of baking soda in the refrigerator Leave the doors open.
For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods and
leave controls at their regular settings. However, if room
temperature is expected to drop below 55°F (13°C ),
follow the same instructionsas for extended vacations
If your refrigerator has an icemaker, move the
icemaker feeler arm to the STOP (up) position and be
sure to shut off thewater supply to the refrigerator
When You Move
Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet, remove
all load, and clean and dry the interior,
Secure all loose items such as shelves and drawers by
taping them securely in place to prevent damage,
Be sure the refrigerator stays in an upright position
during actual moving and in the van It must be secured
in the van to prevent movement. Protect outside of
refrigerator with a blanket
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Energy-Saving Tips
" Don't open the doors more often than necessary,
• Close the doors as soon as possible, particularly in hot,
humid weather
•Keep the Power Miser Switch in the left position unless
moisture forms on the cabinet in hot, humid weather.,
. Be sure the doors are closed tightly, Before leaving the
house or retiring for the night, check to be sure the doors
haven't been left open accidentally°
o Store only those foods requiring refrigeration in your
refrigerator,
oWipe moisture from bottles and cartons before putting
them in the refrigerator.
. Keep foods covered to reduce moisture buildup inside
the refrigerator,
° If you turnthe controls to the coidest position for quick
chilling or keezing, be sure to turn them back to regular
settings,
• Don't overcrowd your refrigerator, Overcrowding Can
require extra electrical energy to keep everything coot,
Before You Call for Service
Save time and money Check this list of causes of minor
operating probtems you can correct yourself,
Refrigerator does not operate
-May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate
for about 35 minutes,
- Temperature control in OFF position
• If interior light isnot on, refrigerator may not be
plugged in at wall outlet
° If plug issecure and refrigerator fails to operate, plug
lamp or small appliance intosame outlet to determine if
there istripped circuit breaker or burned out fuse,
Motor operates for long periods
. Modern refrigerators with more storage space and a
larger freezer compartment require more operating time
o Normal when refrigerator is first delivered to your
home-usually requires 24 hours to completeFy cool
down
• Large amounts of food placed in refrigerator to be
cooled or frozen
Vibration or rattling
° If refrigerator vibrates, more than likely it isnot resting
solidly on the floor The front roller screws need adjusting,
or floor isweak or uneven
- If dishes vibrate on shelves, try moving them, Slight
vibration is normal.
Operating sounds
° The high speed compressor motor required to maintain
near zero temperatures in the large freezer compartment
may produce higher sound levels than your old
refrigerator,
"Normal fan air flow-one fan blows cold air through the
refrigerator and freezer compartments-another fan cools
the compressor motor
°These NORMAL sounds will also be heard from time to
time:
-Defrost timer switch clicks at defrost,
-Defrost water dripping
-Temperature control clicks ON or OFF
. Hot weather-frequent door openings
° Door left open
- Temperature controls are set too coldo
• Condenser needs cleaning
° Check ENERGY-SAV{NG TIPS.
Motor starts & stops frequently
-Refrigerant boiling or gurgling,
-Cracking or popping of cooling coils caused by
expansion and contraction during defrost and
refrigeration following defrost
-Ice cubes dropping into the bin and water running in
pipes as icemaker refills.
Hot air from bottom of refrigerator
°Temperature control starts and stops motor to maintain
even temperatures, This is normal. - Normal air flow cooling motor in the refrigeration
process, it isnormal that heat be expelled in the area
under the refrigerator Some floor coverings will discolor
at these normal and safe operating temperatures_ Your
floor covering supplier should be consulted if you object
to this discoloration
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Foodsdryout
° Foodsnotcovered,wrappedorsealedproperly
Freshfoodorfreezercompartmenttemperature
toowarm
. Temperaturecontrolnot set cold enough.
• Warm weather-frequent door openings
° Door left open for long time,
° Package may be holding door open or blocking air
duct in freezer compartment
Frost or ice crystals on frozen food
° Door may have been left ajar or package ho]ding
door open
. Too frequent or todlong door openings,
• Frostwithin package is normal
Slow ice cube freezing
• Door may have been left ajar
• Turn temperature of freezer compartment colder
Ice cubes have odor/taste
•Old cubes need to be discarded Empty ice bin
every 30 days,
° Ice storage bin needs to be washed,
° Unsealed packages in refrigerator and/or freezer
compartments may be transmitting odor/taste to ice
cubes
• Interior of refrigerator needs cleaning
Automatic icemaker does not work
o Icemaker feeler arm in STOP (up) position
• Water supply turned off or not connected
° Freezer compartment too warm
o Cubes too small-water shutoff valve connecting
refrigerator to home water line may be clogged_
° Sometimes cubes fuse to the side of the ice mold and
hold the feeler arm in the STOP (up) position, Remove
this ice to restar! the icemaker_
° Piled up cubes in storage bin may cause icemaker to
shut off prematurely_ With icemaker feeler arm in STOP
(up) position, level cubes in bin by hand,
° When reaching for cubes by hand, you may have
pushed the feeler arm into the STOP (up) position by
mistake,
Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator
° Not unusual during periods of high humidity
. Move Power Miser Switch Io the right
Moisture collects inside
° Too frequent or too long door openings
° In humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator
when doors are opened
Refrigerator has odor
° Food with strong odors should be tightly covered,
- Check for spoiled food
. Interior needs cleaning
° Keep open box of baking soda in refrigerator;
replace every three months,
Interior light does not work
- No power at outlet
Light bulb needs replacing
15
Reversing Door Swing
Your refrigerator has reversible doors so the door
opening can be changed to suit your particular
needs These instructions tell you how to change the
hinges From the right side to the left side. If you ever
want to change the hinges back to the right side,
bllow these same instructions-merely reverse all
references to left and right.
• Read these instructions all the way through Before
you start
• Handle parts carefully to avoid scratching paint
• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid
using them in the wrong places..
• Provide a non-scratching work surface for the doors..
•CAUTION: Do not let either door drop to the floor.
To do so could damage the door stop
Tools required
• T20 or T25 Torxdriver
• 3/8" socket and ratchet
[a 6-point socket isrecommended}
• Masking tape
• Phillips screwdriver
• Putty knife or thin-bladed screwdriver (end of
tool should be covered with tape to help prevent
scratching paint)
Removing the doors
Step 1-General
(a) Unplug refrigerator from its electrical outlet.
(b) Empty all door shelves, inc{uding handi-bin and butter
bin
Step 2--Removing the freezer door
(a) Tape door shut with
masking tape
(b) With Phillips screwdriver,
remove hinge cover. With
Torxdriver, remove 2 Torx
screws that hold the top
hinge to the cabinet.
(c) Lift hinge straight up to
free the hinge pin from the
socket in the top of the door..
Hinge
1
Relocate
(cl) Remove tape, tilt door away from cabinet and lift
it to free its bottom socket from the hinge pin on the
center hinge bracket.
(e) Set door outside up on o non-scratching surface.
Step 3--Removing the fresh food door
(a) Tape door shut with
masking tape.,
(b) Remove the hinge pin
with a 3/8" socket and
ratchet.
(c) Remove tape and tilt
the door away from the
cabinet Remove and
save the washer on the
hinge pin.
(d) Liftthe door straight
up to free its bottom
socket from the pin in
the bottom hinge bracket
1
J
Plastic Washer !
Bracket
Transferring the bottom hinge
(a) Remove the base
grille (see page 3).
Grasp it at the bottom
and pull it straight out.
(b) Using a Torxdriver,
remove the hinge and
plastic washer from the
Bottom fight side of the
cabinet
(c) Reinstall the hinge
and plastic washer to
the bottom left side of
the cabinet
Plastic
washer
Plastic
washer
t_otlom right
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Transferring the center hinge bracket
Donot remove
thlsscrew
Center Right
(a) Remove the center hinge bracket by removing the
three Torx screws.. NOTE: Keep these screws with the
hinge bracket They are longer screws and will be used
when inslalling the hinge on the other side.
(b) Remove the three Torx screws from the center left
side of the cabinet. Screw them into the holes on the right
side, which were uncovered in step (a) above.
L@
DO no{ remove
this screw
Center Left
(c) Place the cenler hinge bracket over the holes at the
center teft side of the cabinetr insert the three screws that
were removed with the center hinge bracket in step (a)
and tighten them.
Transferring the top hinge
Interchange hinge and screws at top right with
screws at top left of the cabinet Do not tighten
the screws on the hinge side at this lime.
Transferring door handles
Freezer door
(a) Remove screw holding handle to top of door,
(b) Remove three screws holding handle to botlom of
door,
(c) Transfer screw from handle hole in top right of door
to opposite side.
(d) Transfer plug button in top left of door to opposite
side,
(e) tn reverse order, reassemble handle to right side of
door using screws removed in Steps (a) and [b).
Fresh food door
Long Handle
8_ Short Handle
(a) Transfer two screws in bottom left of door to
opposite side lWail until handle is moved before
reinstalling front screw )
(continued next page)
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Reversing Door Swing Icont nued}
Plugbutton
I
P_ugbutton
_"" Handleplug
(b) Remove two screws hoidlng handle to top of door.
(c) Remove handle plug, using a taped putty knife,
and remove screw underneath.
(d) Remove handle.
(e) Transfer two screws from handle holes in top
right of door to opposite side
(f) Transfer plug button in top left of door to
opposite sider
(g) Transfer plug button on right front of door to
handle hole vacated by removal of screw under
handle plug.
(h) Reassemble handle to right side of door. Use
front screw removed in Step (a) to attach handle to
bottom of door
Transferring doorstops
Door slop
Leftside Right side
(a) Remove metal doorstop on bottom right of
each door,
(b) Replace door stops on left side after handles
have been moved,
Rehanging the fresh food door
(a) Lower the bottom
socket of the fresh food
door onto the pin on the
bottom hinge. Be sure
the washer is in place on
the pin,
(b) Tilt the door towards
the cabinet and gently
push the door under the
center hinge bracket and
align with the hole in the
center hinge bracket
(c) Reinstall the hinge
pin with a 3/8" socket
and ratchet so it extends
through the hole in the
center hinge bracket and
into the socket on top of
the fresh food door.
PiastiiWasherIL_1
PlasticWasher
hinge _._
bracket _
Rehanging the freezer door
Cenler
Piastic
(a) Lower the bottom socket of the freezer door onto the
center hinge pin.. Be sure the washer is in place.
(b) Tilt the door towards the cabinet, lifting the top hinge
so the pin fits into the socket on top of the door
(c) Tighten the top hinge screws after supporting the door
on the handle side and aligning so the gap between the
doors is even all across the front
(d) Replace the hinge cover.
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Notas
THIS WARRANTY ISVALID ONLY IN THE UNITED STATES.
FULLONE YEAR
WARP ANTYON REFRUGEPJ ,TOR
For one year fromdate of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated and maintained
according to instructions attached to or furnished with the producb Sears will repair this
refrigerator, free of charge, ifdefective in material or workmanship.
FULLF VE-YEARWARRANTY
ON SEALED REFRBGESL kTUONSYSTEM
For five years from date of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated and
maintained according to owner's instructions attached to or furnished with the product,
Sears will repair the sealed system (consisting of refrigerant, 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 ISAVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE
NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty applies only wh!le this product isin use in the United States.
Thiswarranty gwes you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO.; Dept. 817WA, 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL60179
SEARS SERVICE IS AT YOUR SERVICE
Your Kenmore hasadded value when you consider
that Sears has nationwide service unitsstaffed by
Sears-trained technicians...professional technicians
specificallytrained to service SEARSappliances,
having the parts, tools and equipment toinsure that we
meet our pledge to youo.."We Service What We Sell."
FOR SERVICECALL: 1-800-4-REPAIR
ADD TO THE VALUE OF YOUR KENMORE,
BUY A SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
Sears Kenmore refrigerators are designed, built and
tested for years of dependable use. Yet any modern
appliance may need service from time to time. The
Sears warranty plusthe Sears maintenance
agreement give protection from unexpected repair
bills°Contact your salesperson or nearest service
center for details.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO°, Dept. 702PS0, 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
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