Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
English / Español
Models/Modelos: 253.7034*, 7041*, 7042*, 7044*
P/N A05963504 (1904)
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Homan Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
®
Kenmore
French Door Bottom Freezer
Congelador Inferior de Puerta Doble
* = Color number, número de color,
®
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Numbers
Please read and save these
instructions.
This Use & Care Guide provides specic
operating instructions for your model. Use
your unit only as instructed in this guide.
These instructions are not meant to cover
every possible condition and situation
that may occur. Common sense and
caution must be practiced when installing,
operating, and maintaining any appliance.
Please record your model and serial
numbers below for future reference. This
information is found on the serial plate
located inside the refrigerator compartment.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
253.
Safety Precautions
Do not attempt to install or operate
your unit until you have read the safety
precautions in this manual. Safety items
throughout this manual are labeled with
a Danger, Warning, or Caution based on
the risk type.
Denitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is
used to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
IMPORTANT
Use only soap and water to clean serial plate.
Important Safety
Instructions
IMPORTANT
Indicates installation, operation, or
maintenance information which is
important but not hazard-related.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Record Model/Serial Numbers ................ 2
Important Safety Instructions .................. 2
Warranty Information ............................ 5
Features At A Glance ..............................6
Installation .......................................... 7
Door Removal Instructions .................... 10
Installing Door Handles ....................... 14
Connecting the Water Supply ................. 15
Controls - Dispenser Models .................. 17
Controls - Non-Dispenser Models ........... 20
Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser
(select models) ................................. 22
Automatic Ice Maker - Freezer
(select models) ................................. 24
Storage Features ................................. 25
Storing Food and Saving Energy ............ 29
Normal Operating Sounds and Sights ..... 30
Changing the Filter .............................. 31
Care & Cleaning .................................. 33
Before You Call .................................. 35
Table of Contents
WARNING
WARNING! CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS
Cancer and Reproductive Harm
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Important Safety Instructions
For your Safety
DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other
ammable liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance. Read product labels
for warnings regarding ammability and
other hazards.
DO NOT operate the refrigerator in the
presence of explosive fumes.
Avoid contact with any moving parts of
automatic ice maker.
Remove all staples from the carton.
Staples can cause severe cuts, and also
destroy nishes if they come in contact
with other appliances or furniture.
Child Safety
Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic
bags, and any exterior wrapping material
immediately after the refrigerator is
unpacked. Children should never use these
items to play. Cartons covered with rugs,
bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap
may become airtight chambers, and can
quickly cause suocation.
Proper Disposal of your
Refrigerator or Freezer
Risk of child entrapment
Child entrapment and suocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
refrigerators or freezers are still dangerous
– even if they will sit for “just a few days”. If
you are getting rid of your old refrigerator
or freezer, please follow the instructions
below to help prevent accidents.
We strongly encourage responsible
appliance recycling/disposal methods.
Check with your utility company or
visit www.energystar.gov/recycle for
more information on recycling your old
refrigerator.
IMPORTANT
CFC/HCFC Disposal
Your old refrigerator may have
a cooling system that used CFCs
or HCFCs (chlorouorocarbons or
hydrochlorouorocarbons). CFCs
and HCFCs are believed to harm
stratospheric ozone if released to the
atmosphere. Other refrigerants may
also cause harm to the environment if
released to the atmosphere.
If you are throwing away your old
refrigerator, make sure the refrigerant
is removed for proper disposal by a
qualied technician. If you intentionally
release refrigerant, you may be subject
to nes and imprisonment under
provisions of environmental legislation.
WARNING
Please read all safety instructions
before using your new appliance.
Before you throw away your old
refrigerator/freezer:
Remove doors.
Leave shelves in
place so children
may not easily
climb inside.
Have refrigerant
removed by a
qualied service
technician.
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Grounding type wall receptacle
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
Do not, under
any circumstances,
cut, remove,
or bypass the
grounding prong.
Electrical information
The refrigerator must be plugged into its
own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., 15 Amp,
AC only electrical outlet. The power cord
of the appliance is equipped with a three-
prong grounding plug for your protection
against electrical shock hazards. It must
be plugged directly into a properly
grounded three prong receptacle.
The receptacle must be installed in
accordance with local codes and
ordinances. Consult a qualied electrician.
Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground
Fault Interrupter (GFI) circuit. Do not use
an extension cord or adapter plug.
If the power cord is damaged, it should
be replaced by an authorized service
technician to prevent any risk.
Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling
on the power cord. Always grip the
plug rmly, and pull straight out from
the receptacle to prevent damaging the
power cord.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning
and before replacing a light bulb to avoid
electrical shock.
Performance may be aected if the
voltage varies by 10% or more. Operating
the refrigerator with insucient power can
damage the compressor. Such damage is
not covered under your warranty.
Do not plug the unit into an electrical
outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull
cord to prevent the refrigerator from
being turned o accidentally.
Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT
Pressing and holding the On/O
button for three seconds, located on the
temperature control panel, will disable
your refrigerator’s cooling system
but does not disconnect the power
to the light bulb and other electrical
components. To turn o power to your
refrigerator you must unplug the power
cord from the electrical outlet.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury or property
damage, handle tempered glass
shelves carefully. Shelves may break
suddenly if nicked, scratched, or
exposed to sudden temperature
change.
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Warranty Information
KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY
WITH PROOF OF SALE the following warranty coverage applies when this appliance
is correctly installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions.
One Year on Appliance
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against defects in material or
workmanship. A defective appliance will receive free repair or replacement at option of seller.
Lifetime on Storage Bins
FOR AS LONG AS IT IS USED from the date of sale, a free replacement will be supplied
for a defective refrigerator or freezer compartment storage bin. If the defect appears
within the rst year, a new bin will be installed at no charge. If the defect appears after
the rst year, a new bin will be supplied but not installed at no charge. This Lifetime
warranty covers only storage bins, and does not apply to any other related component
or mechanism. You are responsible for the labor cost of bin installation after the rst
year from the date of sale. This warranty coverage applies for only 90 days from the
date of sale if the appliance is ever used for other than private household purposes.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the web page:
www.kenmore.com/warranty
All warranty coverage applies for only 90 DAYS from the sale date if this appliance is
ever used for other than private household purposes.
This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship, and will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to
lters, belts, bags or screw-in base light bulbs.
2. A service technician to clean or maintain this appliance, or to instruct the user in
correct appliance installation, operation and maintenance.
3. Service calls to correct appliance installation not performed by Sears authorized
service agents, or to repair problems with house fuses, circuit breakers, house
wiring, and plumbing or gas supply systems resulting from such installation.
4. Damage to or failure of this appliance resulting from installation not performed
by Sears authorized service agents, including installation that was not in accord
with electrical, gas or plumbing codes.
5. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, if it
is not correctly operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions.
6. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, resulting
from accident, alteration, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.
7. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust,
caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those
recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.
8. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized
modications made to this appliance.
9. Service to an appliance if the model and serial plate is missing, altered, or cannot
easily be determined to have the appropriate certication logo.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product
repair or replacement as provided herein. Implied warranties, including warranties
of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year on the
appliance and for as long as used on the storage bins, or the shortest period allowed
by law. Seller shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states
and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or
tness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Homan Estates, IL 60179
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Features At A Glance
*Features may vary according to model
*1/4 Shelf
Deli
Drawer
*Water
Filter
*Removable
Ice Bin
*Freezer Ice
Maker
Adjustable Hinges
Freezer Baskets
*Toe Grille
*Door Bin
Spill-Proof
®
Shelf
Flipper
Mullion
*Air
Filter
Flipper
Guide
*Fresh Food
Ice Maker
*Ice Bin
Crisper
Drawer
*Dairy
Compartment
*LED
Cluster Lights
Spill-Proof
®
Shelf
*LED
Cluster
Light
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Installation
This Use & Care Guide provides general
installation and operating instructions
for your model. We recommend using a
service or kitchen contracting professional
to install your refrigerator. Use the
refrigerator only as instructed in this
Use & Care Guide. Before starting the
refrigerator, follow these important rst
steps.
Location
Choose a place that is near a grounded,
non-GFCI, electrical outlet. Do Not use an
extension cord or an adapter plug.
If possible, place the refrigerator out of
direct sunlight and away from the range,
dishwasher, or other heat sources.
The refrigerator must be installed on a
oor that is level and strong enough to
support a fully loaded refrigerator.
Consider water supply availability for
models equipped with an automatic ice
maker.
Installation
Allow the following clearances for ease
of installation, proper air circulation, and
plumbing and electrical connections:
Sides & Top ⅜ inch (9.5 mm)
Back 1 inch (25.4 mm)
Door opening
Your refrigerator should be positioned
to allow easy access to a counter
when removing food. For best use of
refrigerator drawers and freezer baskets,
the refrigerator should be in a position
where both can be fully opened.
Top Hinge
Cover Front
Screw
Top Hinge
Cover Rear
Screw
Lower
Hinge
Screw
Top
Hinge
Screw
Components Provided:
Tools Necessary:
Phillips Head
or
Quadrex Head
Screwdriver
(OR)
OR
⅜" and ¼"
Socket
Wrench
Adjustable
Wrench
OR
⅜"
Fixed
Wrench
ANDAND
6mm
Allen Wrench
CAUTION
Do Not install the refrigerator where
the temperature will drop below 55°F
(13°C) or rise above 110°F (43°C).
The compressor will not be able to
maintain proper temperatures inside
the refrigerator.
Do Not block the toe grille on the lower
front of your refrigerator. Sucient air
circulation is essential for the proper
operation of your refrigerator.
NOTE
If your refrigerator is placed with the
door hinge side against a wall, you may
have to allow additional space so the
door can be opened wider.
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Installation
3 Ensure both doors are bind-free with
their seals touching the cabinet on all
four sides and that cabinet is stable.
4 After unit is leveled, lower anti-tip leg
using a 3/8 inch socket wrench until it
rmly contacts the oor.
5 Install the toe grille by tting into
place.
Cabinet Leveling & Refrigerator
Door Alignment (if necessary)
Guidelines for nal positioning of your
refrigerator:
All four corners of the cabinet must rest
rmly on the oor.
The front should be slightly elevated to
ensure that doors close and seal properly.
Doors should align with each other and
be level.
Most of these conditions can be met by
raising or lowering the adjustable front
rollers.
To level the cabinet using the front rollers:
1 Slightly open freezer drawer if the
toe grill is installed. Lift the toe grille
and gently pull forward.
2 Make initial cabinet adjustments by
using the front roller height adjusting
screws. Use a 3/8 inch socket wrench
to turn the adjustment screws (1 per
side).
DO NOT
Loosen
or
Remove
These 3
Hex
Screws
CAUTION
Do Not loosen or remove these 3 hex
screws.
Toe Grille Must
Fit in Slot on
Anti-tip Bracket
(2) Retaining Clips
Raise
Lower
Anti-tip
Leg
To raise: turn adjustment screw clockwise.
To lower: turn adjustment screw
counterclockwise.
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To make nal door height adjustments:
Flipper
Mullion
Screw
Flipper
Mullion
Hinge
Adjusting Flipper Mullion Screw
2 Adjust ipper mullion height. For
proper connection with the ipper
mullion guide, there should be a
separation about the thickness of
a coin (0.060 inches, or 1.5 mm)
between the guide and ipper
mullion.
3 Re-tighten screw.
To adjust the ipper mullion:
1 Loosen the screw located on the
ipper mullion hinge.
Flipper
Mullion
Mullion
Guide
Thickness
of a Coin
Adjusting Flipper Mullion Height
Installation
Raise
1. Open freezer drawer to make lower
hinge visible.
2. Insert 6mm Allen wrench into the
shaft of the lower hinge.
3. Adjust the height by turning clockwise
or counterclockwise. Turning
clockwise will lower the door. Turning
counterclockwise will raise the door.
Default setting is to the lowest height
when you receive your appliance.
Door
Door
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Door Removal Instructions
NOTE
DO NOT remove the ground screw from
hinge.
2 Disconnect the harness by grasping
both sides of the connector rmly,
depress the latch and pull apart.
Getting through narrow spaces
If your refrigerator will not t through an
entrance area, you can remove the doors.
Check rst by measuring the entrance.
To prepare for removing the doors:
1 Make sure the electrical power cord
is unplugged from the wall outlet.
2 Open the freezer drawer and remove
the toe grille (see Installation section).
3 Remove any food from the door
shelves and close the doors.
To remove the top hinge covers:
1 Remove the two screws from each
cover over the top door hinges.
2 Lift inside edge of hinge cover and
tilt back.
Rear
Cover
Screw
Ground
Screw
Top
Hinge
Top Hinge
Cover
Hinge
Screws
Multi-wire
Cables
Leave
Hinge
With
Door
Front
Cover Screw
Water
Line
Left Door
Rear
Cover
Screw
Top
Hinge
Ground
Screw
Front
Cover Screw
Top Hinge
Cover
Hinge
Screws
Leave
Hinge
With
Door
Right Door
To remove the refrigerator doors
1 Remove top hinge covers. Trace
lightly around the door’s top
hinges with a pencil. This makes
reinstallation easier.
WARNING
Make sure the electrical power cord is
unplugged from the wall outlet.
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NOTE
Use care while pulling the water tube
from the unit to be sure that you do not
kink the tube.
Door Removal Instructions
NOTE
You will be pulling approximately ve
feet of water tube from the back of the
refrigerator.
CAUTION
Be sure doors are set aside in a secure
position where they cannot fall and
cause personal injury, or damage to
the doors or handles.
4 Open the refrigerator doors to a 90
degree angle and remove the two
screws from the top hinge. Lift and
remove door from lower hinge.
5 Unscrew the three lower hinge screws
and remove the hinge.
Lower Hinge Removal
Water
Line
Water
Line
Press
Press
3 Detach the water tube from the
connector located behind the
refrigerator, the connector releases
when you press inward on the
connector’s outer sleeve. Pull the
water tube out toward the front of the
unit.
90˚
Top View
Cabinet
Left Door
Right Door
Top View
of
Cabinet
IMPORTANT
Open the refrigerator doors to a 90
degree angle before lifting the doors
o the bottom hinges and setting them
aside.
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To reinstall the refrigerator doors:
Water
Line
Water
Line
Insert
tube up
to the
marking
line
Press
Press
Bottom of the Doors
For
RIGHT DOOR,
turn pin 90˚
counter-
clockwise
For
LEFT DOOR,
turn pin 90˚
clockwise
1 Replace the lower hinge screws.
2 Holding the door at a 90 degree
angle, drop the pin down into the
center hinge opening. Rotate it
slightly in either direction until the
door falls down into place.
5 Reconnect the harnesses.
6 Replace the top hinge covers.
7 Reconnect electrical power cord to
the wall outlet.
To reset door pin:
If doors are removed at less than a 40
degree angle, the pin returns to the home
position. It can be reset by turning the
door upside and using a 5/32” Allen
wrench to rotate the left hand pin 90
degrees clockwise and the right hand pin
90 degrees counterclockwise.
Pin
Mechanism
Bottom
Hinge
Opening
Doors
at 90º
(Door Bottom)
3 Reinstall top hinge.
4 Insert the water line in the top left
tunnel pushing from the front to the
back of the unit.
Once the door pins are reset, follow the
steps “To reinstall the refrigerator doors”.
Door Removal Instructions
NOTE
Upon replacement, the tube needs to be
fully inserted up to the marking line.
NOTE
When reinserting the water tube and
replacing the top hinge cover, use care
to be sure you do not kink the tube.
IMPORTANT
When replacing the doors on the lower
hinge, they must be installed at a 90
degree angle.
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Removing Freezer Drawer
Remove
Hex Head
Drawer Screw
DO NOT
Remove
Other
Screws
Replacing Freezer Drawer
1 Extend the Freezer slides from the
unit.
2 Carefully align support pin with hooks
on end of freezer slides and then
lower freezer door onto slides.
3 Replace the 4 hex head screws that
secure the slides to the door (2 on
each side) and tighten
1 Remove 4 hex head drawer screws.
2 Lift up drawer to remove.
Door Removal Instructions
CAUTION
Drawer is heavy. Use caution when
lifting.
DO NOT
Loosen
or
Remove
These 3
Hex
Screws
Pin
Hook
NOTE
To locate the pin, look inside the drawer
and the pin is next to the door liner and
the slides. Not all parts are shown in the
illustration.
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Installing Door Handles
CAUTION
Wear gloves and safety goggles. Use extreme CAUTION when installing these
handles. The rounded end of the handles may be sharp.
NOTE
All set screws should be tightened so that the screw is below the surface of the handle.
The handles should be drawn tight to freezer and refrigerator doors with no gaps.
Opening the opposite door while tightening the Allen screw makes installation easier.
The door handle may loosen over time. If this happens, tighten the set screws on
the handles.
Mounting Freezer HandlesMounting Refrigerator Handles
1. Remove handles from carton and any other protective packaging.
2. Position fresh food handle end over upper and lower pre-installed shoulder bolts
(A) that are fastened into the doors ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing
towards the opposite door.
3. While holding handle rmly against door, fasten upper and lower Allen set screws (B)
with supplied Allen wrench.
4. Repeat steps two and three to install opposite handle. Ensure the holes for the set
screws are facing towards the rst door.
5. Position freezer handle end over left and right pre-installed handle mounts that are
fastened to the door, ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing down.
6. While holding handle rmly against door, loosely tighten far right Allen set screw (B)
with supplied Allen wrench until there is no gap between handle and door.
7. Still holding the handle rmly to the door, rmly tighten far left Allen set screw (B) with
supplied Allen wrench.
8. Return to the far right Allen set screw (B) and rmly tighten with supplied Allen wrench.
Door Handle Mounting Instructions
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Connecting the Water Supply
Before Installing The Water Supply Line,
You Will Need:
Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, at-blade
screwdriver, and Phillips
TM
screwdriver
Access to a household cold water line with
water pressure between 30 and 100psi.
A water supply line made of ¼inch
(6.4mm) OD, copper or stainless steel
tubing. To determine the length of tubing
needed, measure the distance from the
ice maker inlet valve at the back of the
refrigerator to your cold water pipe. Then
add approximately 7feet (2.1meters),
so the refrigerator can be moved out for
cleaning (as shown).
A shuto valve to connect the water
supply line to your household water
system. DO NOT use a self-piercing type
shuto valve.
Do not re-use compression tting or use
thread seal tape.
A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for
connecting a copper water supply line to
the ice maker inlet valve.
WARNING
To avoid electric shock, which can
cause death or severe personal injury,
disconnect the refrigerator from
electrical power before connecting a
water supply line to the refrigerator.
CAUTION
To Avoid Property Damage:
Copper or Stainless Steel braided
tubing is recommended for the water
supply line. Water supply tubing made
of ¼ inch plastic is not recommended
to be used. Plastic tubing greatly
increases the potential for water leaks,
and the manufacturer will not be
responsible for any damage if plastic
tubing is used for the supply line.
DO NOT install water supply tubing in
areas where temperatures fall below
freezing.
Chemicals from a malfunctioning
water softener can damage the ice
maker. If your home has a water
softening system, ensure the softener is
maintained and working properly.
IMPORTANT
Ensure that your water supply line
connections comply with all local
plumbing codes.
To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice
Maker Inlet Valve
1 Disconnect refrigerator from electric
power source.
2 Place end of water supply line into sink
or bucket. Turn ON water supply and
ush supply line until water is clear.
Turn OFF water supply at shuto valve.
3 Remove plastic cap from water valve
inlet and discard cap.
4 If you use copper tubing - Slide brass
compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve)
onto water supply line. Push water
supply line into water valve inlet as far
as it will go (¼inch/6.4mm). Slide
ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and nger
tighten compression nut onto valve.
Tighten another half turn with a wrench;
DO NOT over tighten. See Figure 1.
NOTE
Check with your local building authority
for recommendations on water lines and
associated materials prior to installing
your new refrigerator.
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Connecting the Water Supply
Figure 1
Plastic Water
Tubing to Ice
Maker Fill
Tube
Steel
Clamp
Brass
Compression
Nut
Ferrule
(Sleeve)
Copper
water line
Water Valve
Bracket
Valve Inlet
Water Valve
Copper water line
from household
water supply
(Include enough tubing in loop to allow
moving refrigerator out for cleaning.)
Steel
Clamp
Braided
Flexible
Stainless
Steel
Water Line
Water Valve
Bracket
Valve Inlet
Water Valve
6 ft (1.8 Meters) Braided flexible
stainless steel water line from
household water supply.
Plastic Water Tubing
to Ice Maker
Fill Tube
(Include enough tubing in loop to allow
moving refrigerator out for cleaning.)
Figure 2
NOTE
These instructions do not cover
after market ice maker installation.
Instructions in after market ice maker kit
should be used.
IMPORTANT
After connecting the water supply, refer
to “How to Prime the Water Supply
System” for important information
about priming an empty water supply
system.
Your refrigerator’s water supply system
includes several tubing lines, a water
lter, a water valve, and a water tank.
To ensure that your water dispenser
works properly, this system must be
completely lled with water when your
refrigerator is rst connected to the
household water supply line.
If you use braided exible stainless steel
tubing - The nut is already assembled on
the tubing. Slide nut onto valve inlet and
nger tighten nut onto valve. Tighten
another half turn with a wrench; DO
NOT over tighten. See Figure 2.
5 With steel clamp and screw, secure
water supply line to rear panel of
refrigerator as shown.
6 Coil excess water supply line (copper
tubing only), about 2½turns, behind
refrigerator as shown and arrange coils
so they do not vibrate or wear against
any other surface. Do not kink tubing.
7 Turn ON water supply at shuto valve
and tighten any connections that leak.
8 Reconnect refrigerator to electrical
power source.
9 To turn ice maker on, lower wire signal
arm (freezer ice maker) or set the ice
maker’s On/O power switch to the
“On” position (fresh food ice maker).
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Controls - Dispenser Models
Enlarged view of user interface display menu (options may vary)
User Interface (options may vary)
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default
settings
While in the default option,
press and hold the “set” key
for three seconds to reset all
refrigerator settings to their
factory default settings.
set
(+ or -)
Selects the current menu
selection option.
water Press the “water” key to
select water. An indicator
light will be illuminated
above the active feature.
cube Press the “cube” key to select
cubed ice. An indicator light
will be illuminated above the
active feature.
crush Press the “crush” key to select
crushed ice. An indicator light
will be illuminated above the
active feature.
options
(∧ or ∨)
Used to enter and exit the
options menu and make
selections.
exit Toggles the options and run
modes.
control
locked
While in the locked state, you
will not be able to change
any settings on the display nor
dispense ice and water. The
“Control Locked” indicator
will ash and an audible
warning tone is played.
express
chill on
o
Activates a faster rate for
freezing food and increases
ice production in the freezer.
Deactivates after 12 hours.
ice maker
on o
Toggles the ice maker in the
refrigerator compartment
“ON” or “OFF”. In the “O”
state, the indicator will blink
when ice is dispensed.
display
on o
Toggles the display of the
temperature settings On
and O.
refrigerator
temp
Allows the temperature set-
points to be adjusted. Control
temperatures range from +33°F
/ +1°C to +47°F / +8°C.
freezer
temp
Allows the temperature set-
points to be adjusted. Control
temperatures range from
-6°F / -21°C to +6°F / -15°C.
mode
°F °C
Toggles display from
Fahrenheit to Celsius.
light Toggles dispenser light On
and O.
power o Press and hold for three
seconds to turn o the
cooling system. It also turns
o the ice maker and all
dispenser functions. The
display will read “powero”.
water
lter
Displays the current status of the
water lter (Good, Order, or
Replace). To reset the lter status
to “Good”, press and hold the
“set” key for three seconds.
air lter Displays the current status of
the air lter (Good, Order, or
Replace). To reset the lter status
to “Good”, press and hold the
“set” key for three seconds.
Setting cooling temperatures
(options may vary)
Options May Vary
Air Port
NOTE
The recommended settings for a product
installed in a kitchen is 37˚F for the fresh
food compartment and 0˚F for the freezer.
IMPORTANT
If your product has food freezing in the
fresh food compartment, increase the
temperature setting 1 or 2 degrees.
IMPORTANT
If you place food within 1 inch in front
of the air ports, there may be the
chance of freezing food.
Controls - Dispenser Models
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Alarms
Power Failure
In the event of a power failure, the power
fail alert will be illuminated. Press set to
acknowledge the alarm. Other modes
may be turned o until the alarm is
acknowledged. While a power fail alert is
displayed on the control panel, the unit will
continue normal operation. The power fail
alert on the control panel will be removed
once in the user acknowledges the power
fail condition by pressing any key on the
control panel. The high temp alarm may
also be illuminated until a safe operating
range temperature has been reached.
Freezer Temp
If the freezer temperature reaches 26°F
or greater, the alarm will sound and the
temperature will ash. You can disable
the alarm by pressing the set key but the
“High Temp” indicator will illuminate until
the temperature goes below 26°F.
Fresh Food Temp
If the fresh food temperature reaches
55°F or greater, the alarm will sound and
the temperature will ash. You can disable
the alarm by pressing the set key but the
“High Temp” indicator will illuminate until
the temperature goes below 55°F.
Door Ajar
If the freezer or fresh food doors have been
left open for ve minutes or more, an alarm
will sound and the door ajar indicator will
illuminate on the display. Press the set key to
reset any system alarms.
Flapper
When “Cube” or “Crush” is selected, if the
apper (or ice chute door) is being held
open by a jammed ice cube, an alarm will
sound for two minutes. The alarm will reset
after two minutes or when the ice cube is
removed and the set key is pressed to reset.
Sabbath Mode
The Sabbath Mode is a feature that
disables portions of the refrigerator and its
controls in accordance with observance of
the weekly Sabbath and religious holidays
within the Orthodox Jewish community.
Sabbath Mode is turned ON and OFF
by simultaneously pressing and holding
both the “∨” and “+” for ve seconds. The
display shows “Sb” while in Sabbath mode.
In the Sabbath Mode, the High Temp alarm
is active for health reasons. For example, if
the door is left ajar the High Temp alarm
is activated. The refrigerator will function
normally once the door is closed, without
any violation of the Sabbath/Holidays. The
High Temp alarm is permitted when cabinet
temperature is outside the safe zone for 20
minutes. The alarm silences itself after 10
minutes while the High Temp icon stays lit
until the Sabbath mode is exited.
For further assistance, guidelines for
proper usage and a complete list of
models with the Sabbath feature,
please visit the web at
http:\\www.star-k.org.
NOTE
Control features and alarms may vary
by model.
NOTE
While in Sabbath Mode, neither the
lights, dispenser, nor the control panel will
work until Sabbath Mode is deactivated.
Refrigerator stays in Sabbath Mode
after power failure recovery. It must
be deactivated with the buttons on the
control panel.
NOTE
Although you have entered the Sabbath
Mode, the ice maker will complete the
cycle it had already initiated. The ice
cube compartment will remain cold
and new ice cubes can be made with
standard trays.
Controls - Dispenser Models
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Controls - Non-Dispenser Models
IMPORTANT
Pressing the power on/o icon does not turn o power to
your refrigerator. You must unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet.
A red indicator light will be illuminated above most active
features.
Touch the icon to activate the options below.
quick ice Increases the production of ice
water lter Press and hold for three seconds to reset
after lter change.
C/F Touch to toggle display from Fahrenheit to
Celsius.
default settings Resets all refrigerator settings such as temp,
temp display and tones to their factory
default settings.
Power on-off Press and hold for three seconds to turn off
the cooling system to clean the refrigerator.
It also turns off the ice maker. The tempera-
ture displays will read OFF.
alert reset Tones emitted by each key press can be
turned off based on user preference. The
sounds are muted when the red indicator is
lit. Warning signals will stay active.
Setting Cooling Temperatures
Press the “∧” or “∨” indicator to adjust the temperature to
the desired setting.
The temperature display will begin to blink with the rst
touch. The display will time out after 10 seconds and return
to the basic display.
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Controls - Non-Dispenser Models
NOTE
During the Sabbath Mode, the automatic
ice maker will continue to work and must
be manually turned o to be compliant
with the Sabbath observances.
Sabbath Mode
The Sabbath Mode is a feature that
disables portions of the refrigerator and its
controls in accordance with observance of
the weekly Sabbath and religious holidays
within the Orthodox Jewish community.
Sabbath Mode is turned ON and OFF by
simultaneously pressing and holding both
the freezer “∨” and refrigerator “ ∧ ”
indicators for ve seconds. The display
shows “Sb” while in Sabbath mode.
In the Sabbath Mode, the High Temp
alarm is active for health reasons. For
example, if the door is left ajar the High
Temp alarm is activated. The refrigerator
will function normally once the door
is closed, without any violation of the
Sabbath/Holidays. The High Temp alarm
is permitted when cabinet temperature
is outside the safe zone for 20 minutes.
The alarm silences itself after 10 minutes
while the High Temp icon stays lit until the
Sabbath mode is exited.
For further assistance, guidelines for
proper usage and a complete
list of models with the Sabbath
feature, please visit the web at
http:\\www.star-k.org.
NOTE
While in Sabbath Mode, neither the
lights, nor the control panel will work
until Sabbath Mode is deactivated.
Refrigerator stays in Sabbath Mode
after power failure recovery. It must
be deactivated with the buttons on the
control panel.
Alarms
Door Ajar If the door has been left open for
an extended period of time, an
alarm will sound and the door
ajar indicator will display on the
bottom display of the control
panel. The alarm is turned off by
closing the door. The mute sounds
key will blink to prompt the reset
of any active alarms. Press this
key to reset any system alarms.
High Temp In the event of a high tempera-
ture condition, the temperature
display will blink and display
“HI”. After 20 minutes, the
alarm will sound and the high
temp indicator will be red on the
bottom of the control panel. The
mute sounds icon will illuminate
until pressed, acknowledging the
alarm, at which time the highest
temperature reached will be
displayed and the refrigerator
will resume normal operation. In
case the high temp alarm is not
acknowledged at the rst alarm
sound time out, when the door
is rst opened, the alarm sound
will be repeated.
Power Fail In the event of a power failure,
the power fail alert will be
displayed and the temperature
display will blink until the mute
sounds icon is pressed, ac-
knowledging the alarm. Other
modes may be turned off until
the alarm is acknowledged.
The power fail alert is turned
off and the refrigerator will
resume normal operation. The
high temp alarm may also be
illuminated until a safe operat-
ing range temperature has been
reached.
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Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser (select models)
Ice maker operation & care
After the refrigerator is installed properly and
has cooled for several hours, the ice maker can
produce ice within 24hours. The ice maker will
ll the ice bin from the rear. You must dispense
some ice to force the ice forward in the bin.
This will allow the bin to ll completely.
Ice Maker and Storage Bin Capacity
This ice maker should produce 2.0 to 2.5
pounds of ice per 24 hours.
In a Standard Depth model, the ice bin
will hold about 6.5 pounds of ice. In a
Counter Depth model, the ice bin will hold
about 4 pounds of ice.
Turning the fresh food ice maker on and o
Ice production is controlled by the ice
maker’s On/O feature on the control
panel. Pressing the On/O feature turns
the ice maker on & o.
Using the ice maker after installation
Before making ice for the rst time, be sure
to prime the water supply system. Air in new
plumbing lines can result in two or three
empty ice maker cycles. Furthermore, if the
system is not ushed, the rst ice cubes may
be discolored or have an odd avor.
Priming the water supply system
1 Begin lling the system by pressing
and holding
a drinking
glass against
the water
dispenser
paddle.
2 Keep the
glass in this
position until
water comes
out of the
dispenser.
It may take
about 1½
minutes.
3 Continue dispensing water for about four
minutes to ush the system and plumbing
connections of any impurities (stopping to
empty the glass as necessary).
Dispenser (varies by
model)
CAUTION
For proper dispenser operation,
recommended water supply pressure
should fall between 30psi and 100psi.
Excessive pressure may cause the
system to malfunction.
NOTE
The water dispenser has a built-in device that
shuts o the water ow after three minutes
of continuous use. To reset this shuto device,
simply release the dispenser paddle.
NOTE
Dispensed water is not chilled. For
colder water, add ice to cup or
container before dispensing water.
IMPORTANT
Turning o the ice maker simply
disables ice making. You will still be
able to dispense existing ice, and you
will still be able to dispense water.
NOTE
The ice maker also has a built-in plastic signal
arm that automatically stops ice production
when the ice bin is full. This signal arm should
not be used to manually stop the ice maker.
IMPORTANT
Your ice maker is turned on at the factory
so it can work as soon as you install your
refrigerator. If you cannot connect a water
supply, set the ice maker’s On/O feature
to O; otherwise, the ice maker’s ll valve
may make a loud chattering noise when it
attempts to operate without water.
IMPORTANT
On occasion, unusually small ice cubes may
be noticed in the bucket or in dispensed ice.
This could occur in normal operation of the
ice maker. If you start seeing these more
frequently, it may be an indication of low
water pressure or the water lter needs to
be replaced. As the water lter nears the
end of its useful life and becomes clogged
with particles, less water is delivered to the
ice maker during each cycle. Remember, if
it’s been six months or longer since you last
changed your water lter, replace the water
lter with a new one. Poor quality household
water may require the lter to be changed
more frequently.
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Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser (select models)
Ice maker/dispenser tips
If your refrigerator is not connected to a
water supply or the water supply is turned
o, turn o the ice maker as described in
the previous section.
The following sounds are normal when the
ice maker is operating:
- Motor running
- Ice dropping into ice bin
- Water valve opening or closing
- Running water
If you need a large quantity of ice at one time,
it is best to get cubes directly from the ice bin.
Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd
avor. Empty the ice bin as explained below.
When dispensing cubed ice, it is normal
to have a small quantity of little pieces
along with the whole cubes.
To avoid splashing, dispense ice into your
container before adding liquids.
It is normal for ice to ll to the top of the ice bin.
Cleaning the ice maker
Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular
intervals, especially prior to vacation or moving.
1 Turn o the ice maker.
2 Remove
the ice bin
by pulling
straight
out.
3 Empty
and
carefully
clean the
ice bin
with mild
detergent.
Do not
use harsh or abrasive cleaners. Rinse
with clear water.
Removing Ice Bin
4 Allow the ice bin to dry completely
before replacing in the freezer.
5 Replace the ice bin. Turn the ice maker on.
Remove and empty the ice bin if:
An extended power failure (one hour or
longer) causes ice cubes in the ice bin to
melt and refreeze together after power is
restored, jamming the dispenser mechanism.
You do not use the ice dispenser frequently.
Ice cubes will freeze together in the bin,
jamming the dispenser mechanism.
Remove the ice bin and shake to loosen
the cubes or clean as explained above.
Adjusting Ice Bin Auger
Auger
CAUTION
If the water supply to your refrigerator is
softened, be sure the softener is properly
maintained. Chemicals from a water
softener can damage the ice maker.
CAUTION
NEVER use an ice pick or similar
sharp instrument to break up the ice.
This could damage the ice bin and
dispenser mechanism.
To loosen stuck ice, use warm water.
Before replacing the ice bin, make sure
it is completely dry.
IMPORTANT
When removing or replacing the ice bin,
avoid rotating the auger in the ice bin. If
the auger is accidentally rotated, you must
realign the auger by turning it in 45degree
turns (see below) until the ice bin ts
into place with the drive mechanism. If
the auger is not properly aligned when
replacing the ice bin, the refrigerator will
not dispense ice. The fresh food door also
may not close properly causing warm air
to leak into the fresh food compartment.
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Automatic Ice Maker - Freezer (select models)
Express Chill Function
Your refrigerator is equipped with a
Express Chill Function for freezing food
at a faster rate, but it can also increase
ice production. This function terminates
automatically after 12 hours. This function
aects only the ice maker in the freezer.
Ice maker tips
The following sounds are normal when the
ice maker is operating:
Turning the ice maker on and o
The ice maker is turned o and on by
lifting/lowering
the ice maker’s
wire signal arm.
To gain access
to the ice
maker, pull the
freezer drawer
out. Lift the
wire signal arm
to turn the ice
maker OFF and
lower the wire signal arm to turn it ON.
Wire
Signal Arm
ON
OFF
Operation & Care of the Freezer
Ice Maker (select models)
After the refrigerator is installed properly,
the ice maker can produce ice within
24hours. When using the ice maker for
the rst time, and in order for it to work
properly, it is necessary to clear air from
the water tubing and the lter. Furthermore,
if the system is not ushed, the rst ice
cubes may be discolored or have an odd
avor. Once the ice maker begins making
ice, allow the bin to ll completely, then
discard the rst FULL bin of ice on a
Standard Depth model, and the rst TWO
FULL bins of ice on a Counter Depth model.
Ice Maker and Storage Bin Capacity
This ice maker should produce between 2 and
2.5 pounds of ice per 24 hours depending on
usage conditions. In a Standard Depth model,
the ice bin will hold about 12 pounds of ice. In
a Counter Depth model, the ice bin will hold
about 7 pounds of ice.
IMPORTANT
Your ice maker is turned on at the
factory so it can work as soon as you
install your refrigerator. If you cannot
connect a water supply, lift the ice
maker’s wire signal arm to turn it o.
Otherwise, the ice maker’s ll valve may
make a loud chattering noise when it
attempts to operate without water.
CAUTION
If the water supply to your refrigerator is
softened, be sure the softener is properly
maintained. Chemicals from a water
softener can damage the ice maker.
CAUTION
NEVER use an ice pick or similar sharp
instrument to break up the ice. This
could damage the ice bin.
To loosen stuck ice, use warm water.
Before replacing the ice bin, make sure
it is completely dry.
- Motor running
- Ice dropping into ice bin
- Water valve opening or closing
- Running water
Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd
avor. Empty the ice bin as explained below.
NOTE
For Non Dispenser models choose the
Quick Ice Function.
Cleaning the ice maker
Clean the ice maker and ice bin at regular
intervals, especially prior to vacation or moving.
1 Turn o the ice maker.
2 Remove the ice bin.
3 Empty and carefully clean the ice bin
with mild detergent. Do not use harsh or
abrasive cleaners. Rinse with clean water.
4 Allow the ice bin to dry completely
before replacing in the freezer.
5 Replace the ice bin. Turn the ice maker on.
Remove and empty the ice bin if an
extended power failure (one hour or longer)
causes ice cubes in the ice bin to melt and
refreeze together after power is restored.
Remove the ice bin and shake to loosen
the cubes or clean as explained above.
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Storage Features
Your refrigerator includes Spill-Proof
TM
glass shelves that are designed to catch
and hold accidental spills.
You can easily adjust shelf positions
in the fresh food compartments to suit
your needs. The shelves have mounting
brackets that attach to slotted supports at
the rear of each compartment.
Change the Position of a Shelf
1 Remove all food from shelf.
2 Lift the front edge up and pull the
shelf out.
3 Replace by inserting the mounting bracket
hooks into the desired support slots.
4 Lower the shelf and lock into position.
Reposition the Air Seal
For slide-out shelves & crisper shelves:
1 Remove air seal by pushing down on
the ap with a downward rotation.
2 Position the air seal towards the outside
end of the shelf to avoid the air tower
when shelf is pushed back into place.
3 Install seal by sliding lower tab of seal
up into bottom rear slot of shelf with
seal at a downward angle then pulling
up on seal ap until seal sits snug on
back of shelf and ap sits at about a
10 degree angle from shelf surface.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury or property
damage, handle tempered glass
shelves carefully. Shelves may break
suddenly if nicked, scratched, or
exposed to sudden temperature
change. Allow the glass shelves to
stabilize to room temperature before
cleaning. Do not wash in dishwasher.
NOTE
Features may vary according to model.
IMPORTANT
Be aware of the air seal located at
the rear of the shelf. Shelves located
on the left side should have the air
seal mounted on the far left side.
Shelves located on the right side should
have the air seal mounted on the far
right side. This is to ensure there is no
interference with the large air tower on
the back wall of the cabinet. This also
applies to the crisper shelves.
Half Spill-Proof
TM
Shelf
Full Spill-Proof
TM
Shelf
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Storage Features
Doors
Storage bins
The doors to your fresh food compartment
use a system of modular storage bins.
All of these bins are removable for easy
cleaning. Some of them have xed
positions, while others can be adjusted to
your needs.
Deli
drawer
Ideal for
storage of
deli meats
and cheese.
Drawers
Your refrigerator includes a variety of
storage drawers.
Crispers
Crisper drawers are designed for storing
fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce.
Crisper humidity control
Crisper drawers include a sliding control
for adjusting the humidity inside the crisper.
Leafy vegetables keep best when stored with
the Humidity Control set on Higher Humidity.
Fresh fruits keep best when stored with the
Humidity Control set on Lower Humidity.
Removing Crisper Drawer
To remove the Crisper Drawer for
cleaning:
1 Pull the
drawer
out until
it stops.
2 Lift the
front
slightly
and
remove
the
drawer.
Opening Crisper Drawer
Adjusting Crisper Humidity
Higher
Humidity
Lower
Humidity
humidity control
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Door bins are ideal for storing jars, bottles,
cans, and large drink containers. They also
enable quick selection of frequently used items.
To change the position of an adjustable
door bin:
1 Remove all
food from
door bin.
2 Grip the bin
rmly with
both hands
and lift it
upward.
3 Remove the
bin.
4 Place the bin
just above
desired position.
5 Lower the bin onto supports until locked
in place.
Adjustable Door Bin
Accessories
(varies by
model)
Dairy
compartment
Use the dairy
compartment,
at the top of
the fresh food
compartment door, for short-term storage
of cheese, spreads, or butter. The dairy
compartment is designed to be warmer than
the open area and includes a lift-up cover and
a dairy divider (select models).
Dairy Compartment
Storage Features
To Remove Upper Freezer Basket
1 Find the side where the basket frame is
aligned to the clip opening. The basket
frame should be aligned to both front
and rear clips on the same side (either
left or right side).
2 If the basket frame is not aligned to
the left or right side, push the basket
sideways (to either side) until it is aligned.
3 By grabbing the basket wire frame close to
the frontal clip, pull up to take the basket
frame out.
4 Grab the basket frame close to the
rear clip and pull up until it comes out
of the clip.
5 Once one side of the basket is o
the clips or retainers, slide the basket
sideways until the other side of the
frame is aligned with the clip openings
on the opposite side of the freezer.
6 In the same way, pull up the basket
frame from the frontal and rear clips
until it is out of the clips.
7 Remove the basket.
Reverse the steps to reinstall the basket.
Freezer Baskets
Clip
Stabilizer
Freezer Features (varies by model)
NOTE
If basket is not resting on stabilizer bar retainer
clips, the drawer will not close properly.
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Storage Features
Dividers Removal
Lift up on the front of the upper divider
and pull out.
Squeeze handle and lift up in the center
of the divider to move it side-to-side. (The
divider cannot be removed.)
Upper Basket Divider
Upper Basket
Divider
Retainers
Stabilizer
Bar
Plastic Lower Basket Divider
Lower Basket
Divider
Pull to Remove
Push to Replace
Removing Freezer Basket Instructions
1 Locate the basket clips in the rear corners
of the basket and pull them out to remove.
2 Open fresh food doors completely.
3 Lift the basket up and remove.
Replacing Freezer Basket
Instructions
1 Place freezer basket back inside the
freezer drawer.
2 Replace clips by sliding them back
into the slots.
Location of
basket clip.
One each side.
Tilt Wire Shelf
The freezer tilt wire shelf (located on
the inside of the freezer drawer) is not
designed to be removed.
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Storing Food and Saving Energy
Ideas for storing foods
Fresh food storage
• Keep the fresh food compartment
between 34°F and 40°F with an
optimum temperature of 37°F.
• Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator
shelves, which reduces air circulation
and causes uneven cooling.
• Avoid placing food in front of air ports.
(See Controls Section for illustration.)
Fruits and vegetables
• Store fruits and vegetables in crisper
drawers, where trapped moisture helps
preserve food quality for longer time
periods.
• Wash items and remove excess water.
• Wrap any items that have strong odors
or high moisture content.
Meat
• Wrap raw meat and poultry separately
and securely to prevent leaks and
contamination of other foods or surfaces.
• Use the deli drawer to store meat/poultry
for short-term storage. Any meat to be kept
longer than two days should be frozen.
Frozen food storage
• Keep the freezer compartment at 0°F or
lower.
• A freezer operates most eciently when
it is at least ⅔ full.
Packaging foods for freezing
• To minimize food dehydration and quality
deterioration, use aluminum foil, freezer
wrap, freezer bags, or airtight containers.
Force as much air out of the packages as
possible and seal them tightly. Trapped air
can cause food to dry out, change color,
and develop an o-avor (freezer burn).
• Wrap fresh meats and poultry with
suitable freezer wrap prior to freezing.
• Do not refreeze meat that has
completely thawed.
Loading the freezer
• Prior to grocery shopping, activate
“Express Chill” (some models) so that on
your return you can ensure your newly
purchased food designated for the freezer
will be preserved as quickly as possible.
• Activating “Express Chill” (some models)
also will help your freezer more eciently
maintain the selected temperature after
placing new purchases with pre-existing
frozen foods.
• Avoid adding too much warm food to the
freezer at one time. This overloads the
freezer, slows the rate of freezing, and
can raise the temperature of frozen foods.
• Leave a space between packages, so
cold air can circulate freely, allowing
food to freeze as quickly as possible.
Ideas for saving energy
Installation
• Locate the refrigerator in the coolest
part of the room, out of direct sunlight,
and away from heating ducts or
registers.
• Do not place the refrigerator next to heat-
producing appliances such as a range, oven,
or dishwasher. If this is not possible, a section
of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation
between the two appliances will help the
refrigerator operate more eciently.
• Level the refrigerator so that the doors
close tightly.
Temperature settings
• Refer to the “Controls” section for
procedures on temperature settings.
Food storage
• Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator or
blocking cold air vents. Doing so causes
the refrigerator to run longer and use
more energy.
• Cover foods and wipe containers dry
before placing them in the refrigerator.
This cuts down on moisture build-up
inside the unit.
• Organize the refrigerator to reduce
door openings. Remove as many items
as needed at one time and close the
door as soon as possible.
• Do not place a hot container directly
on a cold shelf. Remember, such an
extreme temperature change may
damage the glass.
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Normal Operating Sounds and Sights
Understanding the sounds you
may hear
Your new, high-eciency refrigerator
may introduce unfamiliar sounds. These
sounds normally indicate your refrigerator
is operating correctly. Some surfaces on
oors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may
make these sounds more noticeable.
The following is a list of major
components in your refrigerator and the
sounds they can cause:
A Evaporator - Refrigerant through the
evaporator may create a boiling or
gurgling sound.
B Evaporator fan - You may hear air
being forced through the refrigerator
by the evaporator fan.
C Defrost heater - During defrost
cycles, water dripping onto the
defrost heater may cause a hissing
or sizzling sound. After defrosting, a
popping sound may occur.
D Automatic ice maker - When ice
has been produced, you will hear
ice cubes falling into the ice bin. Ice
maker fan, water valve activation,
and refrigerant gas uid may create
sounds from its operation.
E Electronic control & automatic
defrost control - These parts can
produce a snapping or clicking sound
when turning the cooling system on
and o.
F Condenser fan - You may hear air
being forced through the condenser.
G Compressor - Modern, high-eciency
compressors run much faster than
older models. The compressor may
have a high-pitched hum or pulsating
sound.
H Water valve - Makes a buzzing sound
each time it opens to ll the ice maker.
I Drain pan (not removable) - You may
hear water dripping into the drain
pan during the defrost cycle.
J Condenser - May create minimal
sounds from forced air.
L Ice dispensing paddle - When
dispensing ice, you will hear a
snapping, clicking, or popping sound.
M Motorized damper - May produce a
light humming during operation.
NOTE
Energy ecient foam in your
refrigerator is not a sound insulator.
NOTE
During automatic defrost cycle, a red
glow in the back wall vents of your
freezer compartment is normal.
Features vary by model
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Changing the Filter
Ordering replacement lters
Order new lters through the dealer
where you bought your refrigerator. You
may want to consider ordering extra lters
when you rst install your refrigerator.
Air Filter Replacement cartridge,
part #9920
Air lter (select models)
The air lter is located under the utility bin.
Replacing your Kenmoreclean
TM
air lter
To ensure optimal ltering of refrigerator
odors, you should change the air lter
every six months (the lter status light on
the Touch Panel prompts you to replace
the lter after six months).
1 Open the air lter door.
2 Remove the old lter and discard it.
3 Unpack the new lter and slide it into
the housing. The open face of the lter
should be installed facing downward.
4 To close the air lter door, push the top
and bottom to lock the door closed.
5 Press and hold the Air Filter Reset
button on the control panel for three
seconds. When the display changes
from “Replace” to “Good,” the status
has been reset.
6 The Air Filter Reset will turn itself o
after a few seconds.
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Changing the Filter
Locating the Filters
Your refrigerator is equipped with water
ltering system. The water lter system lters
the water used to produce ice.
Water Filter
The water lter is located at the top right
side of the fresh food compartment.
Ordering Replacement Filters
To order your replacement lters, please
visit the dealer where you purchased your
refrigerator. Sears recommends that you
order extra lters when you rst install your
refrigerator, and that you replace your lters
at least once every six months.
Here is the product number to request
when ordering:
Kenmorepure!
TM
Water Filter
Part #046-9999
Replacing the Water Filter
In general, you should change the water
lter every six months to ensure the highest
possible water quality. Water Filter Status
on the user interface prompts you to replace
the lter after a standard amount of water
(200 gallons/757 liters for Kenmorepure!
TM
)
has owed through the system.
If your refrigerator has not been used
for a period of time (during moving
for example), change the lter before
reinstalling the refrigerator.
Filter Cartridge
Do not use with water that is
microbiologically unsafe or of unknown
quality without adequate disinfection before
or after the system. Systems certied for
cyst reduction may be used on disinfected
waters that may contain lterable cysts.
Test & Certication Results:
• Rated Capacity - 200 gallons/757 liters
for Kenmorepure!
TM
ice and water lter
• Rated service ow - .50 gallons per minute
• Operating Temp.: Min. 33°F, Max. 100°F
• Maximum Rated Pressure - 100 pounds
per square inch
• Recommended Minimum Operating
Pressure: 30 pounds per square inch
To Replace your Kenmorepure!
TM
Water Filter:
It is not necessary to turn the water supply
o to change the lter. Be ready to wipe up
any small amounts of water released during
the lter replacement.
1. Turn O ice maker.
2. Remove the lter by pushing on the end/
face of the lter.
3. Slide the old water lter cartridge straight
out of the housing and discard it.
4. Unpackage the new lter cartridge. Using
the alignment guide, slide it gently into the
lter housing until it stops against the snap-
in connector at the back of the housing.
5. Push rmly until the cartridge snaps into
place (you should hear a click as the
cartridge engages the snap-in connector).
6. Turn On ice maker.
7. To reset the water lter on your IQ-Touch
control, press and hold the water lter
icon for three seconds. When the display
changes from Red to Green, the status
has been reset.
The Kenmorepure!
TM
ice and water
lter system is tested and certied to
NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for
the reduction of claims specied on
the performance data sheet.
More about your Advanced Water Filter
NOTE
When ordering your replacement lter,
please reorder the same lter type that is
currently in your refrigerator.
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Care & Cleaning
Protecting your investment
Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains its appearance and prevents odor build-up. Wipe up
any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartments at least twice a year.
• Remove adhesive labels by hand. Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments
which can scratch the appliance surface.
• Do not remove the serial plate. Removal of your serial plate voids your warranty.
• Before moving your refrigerator, raise the anti-tip brackets so the rollers will work
correctly. This will prevent the oor from being damaged.
• Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners, or strong alkaline
solutions on any surface.
• Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with bleach to clean stainless steel.
• Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher.
• Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning.
NOTE
Do not use abrasive cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, ammable
uids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleansers containing
petroleum products on plastic parts, interior doors, gaskets, or cabinet liners. Do not
use paper towels, scouring pads, or other abrasive cleaning materials.
NOTE
If you set your temperature controls to turn o cooling, power to lights and other
electrical components will continue until you unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
CAUTION
Pull the refrigerator straight out to move it. Shifting it from side to side may damage
ooring. Be careful not to move the refrigerator beyond the plumbing connections.
Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces. Do not touch refrigerated surfaces with
wet or damp hands.
IMPORTANT
If you store or move your refrigerator in freezing temperatures, be sure to completely drain
the water supply system. Failure to do so could result in water leaks when the refrigerator is
put back into service. Contact a service representative to perform this operation.
Refer to the guide on the next page for details on caring and cleaning specic areas
of your refrigerator.
Vacation and moving tips
Occasion Tips
Short
Vacations
• Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of three weeks or less.
• Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment.
• Turn automatic ice maker o and empty ice bucket, even if you will
only be gone a few days.
Long
Vacations
• Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more.
• Turn the cooling system o (see “Controls” section for location of On/
O button) and disconnect power cord.
• Turn water supply valve to closed position.
• Clean interior thoroughly.
• Leave both doors open to prevent odors and mold build-up. Block
doors open if necessary.
Moving • Remove all food and ice.
• If using a handcart, load from the side.
• Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving.
• Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface.
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Care & Cleaning
Care & Cleaning Tips
Part What To Use Tips and Precautions
Interior & Door
Liners
• Soap and water
• Baking soda and
water
• Use two tablespoons of baking soda
in one quart of warm water. Be sure to
wring excess water out of sponge or
cloth before cleaning around controls or
any electrical part.
Door Gaskets • Soap and water • Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth.
Drawers & Bins • Soap and water • Use a soft cloth to clean drawer runners
and tracks.
Glass Shelves • Soap and water
• Glass cleaner
• Mild liquid sprays
• Allow glass to warm to room
temperature before immersing in warm
water.
Toe Grille • Soap and water
• Mild liquid sprays
• Vacuum attachment
• Vacuum dust from front of toe grille.
Remove toe grille (see Installation
Instructions). Vacuum backside, wipe with
sudsy cloth or sponge. Rinse and dry.
Exterior &
Handles
• Soap and water
• Non Abrasive Glass
Cleaner
• Do not use commercial household
cleaners containing ammonia, bleach
or alcohol to clean handles. Use a soft
cloth to clean smooth handles. DO NOT
use a dry cloth to clean smooth doors.
Exterior &
Handles
(Stainless Steel
Models Only)
• Soap and water
• Stainless Steel
Cleaners
• Never use CHLORIDE or cleaners with
bleach to clean stainless steel.
• Clean stainless steel front and handles with
non-abrasive soapy water and a dishcloth.
Rinse with clean water and a soft cloth.
Use a non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner.
These cleaners can be purchased at most
home improvement or major department
stores. Always follow manufacturer’s
instructions. Do not use household cleaners
containing ammonia or bleach.
• NOTE: Always clean, wipe and dry with
the grain to prevent scratching. Wash
the rest of the cabinet with warm water
and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well,
and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
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Before You Call
Concern Potential Cause Common Solution
Automatic Ice Maker
Ice maker is
not making
any ice.
• Ice maker is turned o.
• Refrigerator is not
connected to water line or
water valve is not open.
• The water supply line is
kinked.
• The water lter is not
seated properly.
• The water lter may be
clogged with foreign
material.
• Freezer ice maker wire
signal arm is being held
up by an item not allowing
it to go in the on or down
position.
• Turn on ice maker. For the fresh food
ice maker, press ice maker on-o once.
For the freezer ice maker, lower the
arm to turn the ice maker on, or raise
it and snap it in its upper position to
turn the ice maker o.
• Connect the unit to the household
water supply and ensure the water
valve is open.
• Ensure that the supply line does not
kink when the refrigerator is pushed
into place against the wall.
• Remove and re-install the water
lter. Be sure to push rmly until the
cartridge snaps into place.
• If water dispenses slowly or not at
all, or if the lter is six months old or
older, it should be replaced.
• Move any item or frozen ice cubes
that may block the signal arm from
being in the on or down position.
Additionally, the ice bin itself may be
out of position so that it prevents the
signal arm from dropping all the way
down. Be sure the bin is pushed all
the way to the rear of the shelf. See
Automatic Ice Maker-Freezer section
in manual.
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Before You Call
Concern Potential Cause Common Solution
Automatic Ice Maker (Cont’d)
Ice maker is
not making
enough ice.
• Ice maker is producing less
ice than you expect.
• The water lter may be
clogged with foreign
material.
• The water supply line is
kinked.
• Saddle valve on cold
water pipe is clogged
or restricted by foreign
material.
• Heavy trac, opening
or closing of the doors
excessively.
• Freezer control is set too
warm (freezer ice maker).
• Water pressure is
extremely low. Cut-o and
cut-on pressures are too
low (well systems only).
• Reverse osmosis system is
in regenerative phase.
• The ice maker will produce
approximately 2.0 to 2.5 pounds of ice
every 24 hours depending on usage
conditions.
• If water dispenses slower than normal,
or if the lter is six months old or
older, it should be replaced.
• Ensure that the supply line does not
kink when the refrigerator is pushed
into place against the wall.
• Turn o household water line valve.
Remove valve. Ensure that valve is not
a self-piercing saddle valve. Clean
valve. Replace valve if necessary.
• Press Express Chill to temporarily
increase ice production rate. (Freezer
ice maker only.) Press Quick Ice for
Non Dispenser models.
• Set freezer control to colder setting to
improve performance of the ice maker
(freezer ice maker). Allow 24 hours for
temperature to stabilize.
• Have someone turn up the cut-o and
cut-on pressure on the water pump
system (well systems only).
• It is normal for a reverse osmosis
system to be below 20 psi during the
regenerative phase.
Freezer ice
maker will
not stop
making
ice (select
models).
• Ice maker wire signal arm
is being held down by a
package in the freezer
that has fallen against ice
maker.
• Move any item or frozen ice cubes that
may block the signal arm from being
in the o or upward position. See
Automatic Ice Maker-Freezer section
in manual.
Ice cubes
are freezing
together.
• Ice cubes are not being
used frequently enough or
interruption of power for
prolonged time.
• Ice cubes are hollow (shells
of ice with water inside).
The hollow cubes break
open in the bin and leak
their water onto existing
ice, which causes it to
freeze together.
• Remove ice container and discard ice.
The ice maker will produce fresh supply.
Ice should be used at least twice
weekly to keep the cubes separated.
• This generally occurs when the ice
maker does not get enough water. This
is usually the result of a clogged water
lter or restricted water supply. Replace
the water lter and if the condition still
occurs check for a Saddle Valve, water
valve not turned on all the way or
kinked water supply line.
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Before You Call
Concern Potential Cause Common Solution
Dispenser (Ice & Water)
Dispenser
will not
dispense
ice.
• There is no ice in the bin to
be dispensed.
• The refrigerator doors are
not completely closed.
• Dispenser paddle has
been pressed too long and
the dispenser motor has
overheated.
• See the “Ice maker is not making any
ice” section above.
• Be sure the refrigerator doors are
completely closed.
• The motor overload protector will reset
in about three minutes and then ice
can be dispensed.
Ice
dispenser is
jammed.
• Ice has melted and frozen
around auger due to
infrequent use, temperature
uctuations, and/or power
outages.
• Ice cubes are jammed
between ice maker and
back of ice container.
• Remove ice container, thaw, and
empty the contents. Clean container,
wipe dry, and replace in proper
position. When new ice is made,
dispenser should operate.
• Remove ice cubes that are jamming
the dispenser.
Dispenser
will not
dispense
water.
• Water lter not seated
properly.
• Water lter is clogged.
• Household water line valve
is not open.
• Remove and reinstall the water lter.
For Kenmorepure
TM
, be sure to push
rmly until the cartridge snaps into
place.
• Replace lter cartridge. Be sure to
push rmly until the cartridge snaps
into place.
• Open household water line valve. See
CONCERN column AUTOMATIC ICE
MAKER.
Water
not cold
enough.
• The water dispensing
system is not designed to
chill water.
• Add ice to cup or container before
dispensing water.
Water has
an odd
taste and/
or odor.
• Water has not been
dispensed for an extended
period of time.
• Unit not properly
connected to cold water
line.
• Draw and discard 10-12 glasses of
water to freshen the supply.
• Connect unit to cold water line that
supplies water to the kitchen faucet.
Ice maker is
not making
enough ice.
• Heavy trac, opening
or closing of the doors
excessively.
• Press Quick Freeze to temporarily
increase ice productions rate.
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Before You Call
Concern Potential Cause Common Solution
Opening/Closing Of Doors/Drawers
Door(s) will
not close.
• Door was closed too hard,
causing other door to open
slightly.
• Refrigerator is not level.
It rocks on the oor when
moved slightly.
• Refrigerator is touching a
wall or cabinet.
• Close both doors gently.
• Ensure oor is level and solid, and can
adequately support the refrigerator.
Contact a carpenter to correct a
sagging or sloping oor.
• Ensure oor is level and solid, and can
adequately support the refrigerator.
Contact a carpenter to correct a
sagging or sloping oor.
Drawers are
dicult to
move.
• Food is touching shelf on
top of drawer.
• Track that drawers slide on
is dirty.
• Remove top layer of items in drawer.
• Ensure drawer is properly installed on
track.
• Clean drawer, rollers, and track. See
Care & Cleaning.
Running of Refrigerator
Compressor
does not
run.
• Freezer control is set to “OF”.
• Refrigerator is in defrost
cycle.
• Plug at electrical outlet is
disconnected.
• House fuse blown or
tripped circuit breaker.
• Power outage.
• Set freezer control.
• This is normal for a fully automatic defrost
refrigerator. The defrost cycle occurs
periodically, lasting about 30 minutes.
• Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
• Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp
time-delay fuse. Reset circuit breaker.
• Check house lights. Call local electric
company.
Refrigerator
seems to
run too
much or too
long.
• Your variable speed
compressor is designed
to run 100% of the time
except during the defrost
cycle. At times it will run
faster, such as after a
defrost cycle.
• It is normal for the compressor to run
continuously except during defrost
mode.
Digital Temperature Setting Display
Digital
temperature
displays an
error.
• Electronic control
system has detected a
performance problem.
• Call your Sears Home service
representative, who can interpret any
messages or number codes ashing on
the digital displays.
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Concern Potential Cause Common Solution
Water/Moisture/Frost Inside Refrigerator
Moisture
collects on
inside of
refrigerator
walls.
• Weather is hot and humid.
• Flipper mullion
• The rate of frost buildup and internal
sweating increases.
• Adjust ipper mullion. (See “To adjust
the ipper mullion” in the Installation
section.)
Water
collects on
bottom side
of drawer
cover.
• Vegetables contain and
give o moisture.
• It is not unusual to have moisture on
the bottom side of the cover.
• Move humidity control (some models)
to lower setting.
Water
collects in
bottom of
drawer.
• Washed vegetables and
fruit drain while in the
drawer.
• Dry items before putting them in the
drawer. Water collecting in bottom of
drawer is normal.
Water/Moisture/Frost Outside Refrigerator
Moisture
collects on
outside of
refrigerator
or between
doors.
• Weather is humid. • This is normal in humid weather. When
humidity is lower, the moisture should
disappear.
Food in Fresh Food Compartment
Food is
freezing.
• Temperature setting is too
low.
• Temperature sensor is
covered by food (right side
of fresh food area).
• Food is covering the air
ports.
• Move the setting to a higher degree.
• Allow space for air ow to the sensor.
• Allow space between the air ports and
the food.
Before You Call
Kenmore
®
Customer Care Hotline
To schedule repair service or order parts
Para pedir servicio o ordenar piezas
1-844-553-6667
®
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