Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for your convenience.
NOTE: This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model.
A. Refrigerator Light (p. 32)
B. Filter (Inside) (p. 28)
C. Modular Door Bins (p. 26)
D. Fixed Door Bin
E. Fixed Door Bin
F. Refrigerator Shelves (p. 24)
G. Ice Room (p. 20)(Ice Maker and Ice Bin)
H. Humidity Controlled Crisper (p. 25)
I. Temperature Controlled Pantry Drawer (p. 25)
J. Extra Ice Bin (p. 26)
K. Pullout Drawer (p. 27)
L. Durabase (p. 27)
M. Divider (p. 27)
N. Door Bins
O. Dairy Bin (p. 26)
P. Water Tank Cover
Temperature
NOTE: When changing control settings, wait 24 hours before making additional adjustments. After 24 hours, adjust the compartments temperatures as desired.
Dispenser
CAUTION: The control display is operated by touch. Excessive moisture on the display may cause a malfunction. Please keep display clean and dry.
WARNING: The dispenser will not work if any door is left open.
Ultra Ice
] will light up in the display and will remain on for 24 hours. It will automatically shut off after 24 hours have passed. You can stop this function manually by touching the button one more time.
Filter Reset
) turns on, you have to change the water filter. After changing the filter, press and hold the Ultra Ice (Filter Reset) button for 3 seconds to turn the indicator light off. You need to change the water filter approximately every 6 months.
Light / Light Sensor
Energy Saver
Door Alarm
(ON) and the door alarm display will show (ON).When you press the 
button, the display will change to 
(OFF) and the door alarm function will be deactivated.
Lock
button for 3 seconds or more. The 
sign will be displayed and the Lock function is now enabled.
button for 3 seconds or more.
Temperature Mode (°F <->°C)
button and
button at the same time for 5 seconds or more.
Power Saving Mode
CAUTION
Demo Mode (Retail Stores)
The Demo Mode disables all cooling in the refrigerator and freezer sections to conserve enegy while on display in a retail store.
1.To activate:
With the refrigerator door opened, press and hold the Refrigerator Temp and Ultra Ice buttons at the same time for 5 seconds. The control panel will beep to confirm that the Demo Mode is activated.
2. To deactivate:
With the refrigerator door opened, press and hold the Refrigerator Temp and Ultra Ice buttons at the same time for 5 seconds. The control panel will beep to confirm that the Demo Mode is deavtivated.
Caution When Closing the Door
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of door scratches and breaking the door mullion, please make sure that the refrigerator door mullion is always folded in.
If moisture gathers on the refrigerator door mullion at any point, turn off the Energy Saver mode until the issue is resolved.
CAUTION
Keep hands and tools out of the ice compartment door and dispenser chute. Damage or personal injury may result.
The icemaker will stop producing ice when the ice bin is full. If you need more ice, empty the ice bin into the extra ice bin in the freezer compartment.
During use, the ice can become uneven causing the icemaker to misread the amount of ice cubes and stop producing ice. Shaking the ice bin to level the ice within it can reduce this problem.
NOTE: Storing cans or other items in the ice bin will damage the icemaker.
Keep the ice compartment door closed tightly. If the ice compartment door is not closed tightly, the cold air in the ice bin will freeze food in the refrigerator compartment. This could also cause the icemaker to not produce ice.
NOTE: If the On/Off switch on the icemaker is set to Off (O) for an extended time, the ice compartment will gradually warm up to the temperature of the refrigerator compartment. To prevent ice cubes from melting and leaking from the dispenser, ALWAYS empty the ice bin when the icemaker is set to Off (O) for more than a few hours.
CAUTION When handling the ice bin, keep hands away from the blade area to avoid personal injury.
1. Pull or push the door handle to open or close the Ice Compartment.
2. To remove the in-door ice bin, grip the front handle, slightly lift the lower part, and slowly pull out the bin as shown.
3. To reinstall the in-door ice bin, slightly slant the bin during replacement to avoid contact with the icemaker.
4. Avoid touching the Ice-detecting sensor when replacing the ice bin. See the label on the ice compartment door for details.
Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before making final adjustments. It is best to wait 24 hours before doing this. The initial settings mentioned in SETTING THE CONTROLS section should be correct for normal household refrigerator use. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.
The refrigerator control functions as the thermostat for the entire appliance (refrigerator and freezer sections). The colder the setting, the longer the compressor will run to keep the temperature colder. The freezer control adjusts the cold air flow from the freezer to the refrigerator. Setting the freezer control to a lower temperature keeps more cold air in the freezer compartment to make it colder.
If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer, start by adjusting the refrigerator and allow 24 hours for the temperatures to stabilize. If it is still too warm or too cold, then adjust the freezer control.
Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between adjustments.
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Set REFRIGERATOR control one degree lower C or two degrees lower F, wait 24 hours, then re- check |
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FREEZER section too warm/ice not made fast enough
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Set FREEZER control one degree lower C or two degrees lower F, wait 24 hours, then re-check
Move items out of airstream |
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REFRIGERATOR section too cold — Controls not set correctly for your conditions |
Set REFRIGERATOR control one degree higher C or two degrees higher F, wait 24 hours, then re-check |
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FREEZER section too cold — Controls not set correctly for your conditions |
Set FREEZER control one degree higher C or two degrees higher F, wait 24 hours, then re-check |
Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator. For dated products, check date code to ensure freshness.
NOTE: For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook.
Packaging
Successful freezing depends on correct packaging. When you close and seal the package, it must not allow air or moisture in or out. If it does, you could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator and also dry out frozen food.
Packaging recommendations:
Follow package or container instructions for proper freezing methods.
Do not use
CAUTION: Do not keep beverage cans or plastic food containers in the freezer compartment. They may break or burst if they freeze.
Freezing
Your freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of food. Do not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 lbs of food per cubic foot of freezer space). Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around packages. Be careful to leave enough room at the front so the door can close tightly.
Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of food, the type of packaging or wrap used (airtight and moisture-proof) and the storage temperature. Ice crystals inside a sealed package are normal. This simply means that moisture in the food and air inside the package have condensed, creating ice crystals.
NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then package and freeze. Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy.
WATER DISPENSER
To dispense cold water, push on the dispenser switch with a glass.
Press down on either of the front corners to remove the tray.
WARNING: Do not put your fingers up the ice chute opening. Doing so can result in severe injury.
CAUTION: Do not dispense ice into fine china or crystal glasses. China or crystal can break.
REFRIGERATOR SHELVES
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. Your model may have glass or wire shelves.
Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will make finding the exact item you want easier; it will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open, saving energy.
IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm water while they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. For your protection, glass shelves are made with tempered glass, which will shatter into small pebble-sized pieces.
NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when removing them to avoid dropping them.
Adjusting Shelves
Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace shelves in the position you want.
CAUTION: Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other. Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or spilling food.
Folding Shelf
You can store taller items such as a gallon container or bottles by simply pushing the front half of shelf underneath back half of shelf. Pull toward you to return to a full shelf.
The crispers provide fresher-tasting fruit and vegetables by letting you easily control humidity inside the drawer.
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between VEGETABLE and FRUIT.
To remove the glass
The Temperature Controlled Pantry Drawer provides storage space with a variable temperature control, that can keep the compartment colder than the refrigerator section. This drawer can be used for large party trays, deli items, and beverages. (This drawer should not be used for vegetables that require high humidity).
Press the Select button to choose between Meats, Deli, and Produce.
The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjusting.
NOTE: The dairy bin will only fit in the top space on the right-hand door.
EXTRA ICE BIN
CAUTION: Pinch hazard! Keep hands and feet clear of the bottom of the door when opening and closing.
DURABASE
DURABASE DIVIDER
The Durabase divider allows you to organize the Durabase area into sections.
WARNING: If the Durabase divider is removed, there is enough open space for children or pets to crawl inside.
To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or suffocation risk, DO NOT allow them to touch or go near the freezer drawer.
PULLOUT DRAWER
1. To remove, pull the drawer out to full extension. Lift the front of the drawer up, then pull it straight out.
2. To install, slightly tilt up the front and insert the drawer into the frame and push it back into place.
It is recommended that you replace the filter approximately every 6 months, when the water filter indicator (
) turns on, or when the ice and water dispenser noticeably decreases output.
1.Remove the old filter.
NOTE: Replacing the filter causes a small amount of water (around 1 oz. or 25 cc) to drain. Place a cup under the filter hole to catch any waste.
2. Replace with a new filter.
Take the new filter out of it's packaging and remove the protective cover from the o-rings. With filter "tabs" in the horizontal position, push the new filter into the manifold hole until it stops.
3. After replacing the filter, flush 2.5 gallons through filter before use (flush for approximately 5 minutes) and check the filter for leaks.
To reset the water filter status display and indicator light, press and hold the Ultra Ice (Fliter Reset) button for at least 3 seconds.
4. Filter Bypass Plug Keep the filter bypass plug.
You MUST use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is not available.
CAUTION: DO NOT operate refrigerator without filter or filter plug installed.
NOTE: To purchase replacement water filter, visit your Sears store or 1-800-4MY- HOME.
WARNING Explosion Hazard Use non-flammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors. Wipe up spills immediately.
Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps provide rust protection. Do not wax plastic parts. Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year using appliance wax (or auto paste wax). Apply wax with a clean, soft cloth.
For products with a stainless steel exterior, use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
To help remove odors, you can wash the inside of the refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and warm water. Mix 2 tablespoons baking soda to 1 quart of water (26 g soda to 1 liter water.) Be sure the baking soda is completely dissolved so it does not scratch the surfaces of the refrigerator.
CAUTION: While cleaning the inside, do not spray water.
Do not use cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic refrigerator parts.
Do not use window sprays, abrasive cleansers, or flammable fluids. These can scratch or damage the material.
Use a vacuum cleaner with an attachment to clean the condenser cover and vents.
WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard
Before replacing a Light Bulb, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.
NOTE: Refrigerator light is LED interior lighting and service should only be perfomed by a qualified technician.
Change Freezer Compartment Light Bulb
CAUTION: DO NOT place fingers inside of cover. Lamp may be hot.
If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you are away, follow these steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave.
If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave, follow these steps.
When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move.
When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the Installing Your Refrigerator section for preparation instructions.
Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one did not make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces, like the floor, walls and cabinets, can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are. The following list describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them.
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Check if... |
Then... |
| The power supply cord is unplugged. | Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage. |
| A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker tripped. | Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Check that the house circuit is not overloaded. |
| Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle. | Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end. |
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Refrigerator is in Store salesfloor Demonstration mode.
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The refrigerator control has been put into the store Demo (Demonstration) Mode. The Demonstration Mode disables the cooling system, only lamps and display work normally. To disable open one door, then press Ultra Ice and Refrigerator Temp buttons at the same time for 5 seconds. You will see the previous value setting you had on display when Demo Mode is deactivated. |
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| The power supply cord is unplugged. | Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage. |
| Light bulb is loose in the socket. | Unplug the refrigerator. Gently remove the bulb and reinsert. Then plug in refrigerator and reset the refrigerator control. |
| Light bulb has burned out. | Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage, size and shape available at your local hardware store. (See the Changing the Light Bulb(s} section on pages 32-33.) Unplug the refrigerator prior to replacement. |
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| The refrigerator is not resting solidly on the floor. | Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need adjusting. See Installation section on pages 9 and 17. |
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Then... |
| The refrigerator that was replaced was an older model. | Modern refrigerators with more storage space require more operating time. Even though this refrigerator may run more than your older one it will still use less energy. |
| The room temperature is hotter than normal. | The motor will run longer under warm conditions. At normal room temperatures, expect your motor to run about 40% to 80% of the time. Under warmer conditions, expect it to run even more often. |
| The door is opened often or a large amount of food has just been added. | Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator. It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down. See the Food Storage Guide section on page 22. In order to conserve energy, try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is removed. |
| The refrigerator was recently plugged in and the refrigerator control was set correctly. | The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool completely. |
| The refrigerator control is not set correctly for the surrounding conditions. | See the Adjusting Control Settings section on page 21. |
| The doors are not closed completely. | Push the doors firmly shut. If they will not shut all the way, see Doors will not close completely below. |
| The back cover is dirty. | A dirty back cover prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder. Clean the back cover. Refer to the Care and Cleaning section on page 32-33. |
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The refrigerator is not level. |
See Leveling and Door Alignment section on page 17. |
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Food packages are blocking the door open. |
Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves. |
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The ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door bins or baskets are out of position. |
Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover, pans, shelves and baskets into their correct positions. See the Using Your Refrigerator section on pages 18—27. |
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The gaskets are sticking. |
Clean the gaskets and the surfaces that they touch. Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning. |
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The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable. |
Level the refrigerator. Refer to the Leveling and Door Alignment section on page 17. |
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The doors were removed during product installation and not properly replaced. |
Remove and replace the doors according to the Removing and Replacing Refrigerator handles and doors section on pages 11—16, or call a qualified service technician. |
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The door is not closing properly. |
See Doors will not close completely above. |
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The door is opened often. |
When the door is opened, warm, humid air is allowed in the freezer, resulting in frost. |
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The icemaker was recently installed. |
Discard the first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or bad tasting ice. |
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The ice has been stored for too long. |
Throw away old ice and make a new supply. |
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The food has not been wrapped tightly in either compartment. |
Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food is not wrapped properly. |
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The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur. |
A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor problems. |
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The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. |
See Care and Cleaning section on pages 32-33. |
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Ice storage bin needs cleaning. |
Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes. |
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The refrigerator is defrosting. |
The water will evaporate. It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan. |
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It is more humid than normal. |
Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate. This is normal when it is hot or humid. |
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| The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator. | Refer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear section on page 39. |
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New installation. |
Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation for ice production to begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice production. |
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The refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the supply shutoff valve is not turned on. |
Connect refrigerator to the water supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open. |
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Reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply. |
Reverse osmosis filtration systems can reduce the water pressure below the minimum amount (40 psi) and result in icemaker issues. |
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Kink in the water source line. |
A kink in the line can reduce water flow. Straighten the water source line. |
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Large amount of ice recently has been removed. |
Allow 24 hours for ice maker to produce more ice. NOTE: An extra ice bucket is provided in the freezer section for additional storage. |
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The icemaker is not turned on. |
Locate the icemaker on/off switch and confirm it is in the On (I) position. |
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There is something on the ice-detecting sensor. |
Foreign substances or frost on the ice-detecting sensor can interrupt ice production. Make sure the sensor area is clean at all times for proper operation. |
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The temperature setting for the freezer is too warm. |
Below 0°F is the recommended temperature for the freezer compartment for normal ice production. If the freezer temperature is warmer, ice production will be affected. |
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The doors are opened often. |
If the doors of the unit are opened often, the cold air will escape which will prevent the unit from maintaining the set temperature. Lowering the temperature can help, as well as not opening the doors as frequently. |
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The doors are not closing properly. |
If the doors are not properly closed, ice production will be affected. |
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The ice compartment door is not closing properly. |
If the ice compartment door is not properly closed, ice production will be affected. Make sure ice compartment door is closed for proper operation. |
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Ultra Ice is not selected. |
With this option, the cold air in the compartment is increased as is ice production. |
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All the doors are not closed completely. |
Ice will not dispense if any of the refrigerator doors are left open. |
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The dispenser display is locked. |
Press and hold the Lock ( |
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Ice is not selected on the dispenser. |
The dispenser can be set for ice or water. Make certain that the control panel is set for the proper operation. Press the dispenser button on the control panel to cycle through the ice and water options. |
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The ice dispenser is not used often. |
Infrequent use of the ice dispenser will cause the cubes to stick together over time, which will prevent them from properly dispensing. Check the ice bin for ice cubes clumping/sticking together. If they are, break up the ice cubes to allow for proper operation. |
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Ice bin is not installed correctly. |
Be sure to install the ice bin firmly into position. |
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New installation. |
Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation for ice production to begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice production. |
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Ice cubes are stuck in the delivery chute. |
Use a plastic utensil to clear the delivery chute. |
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The ice dispenser is stalling while dispensing “crushed” ice. |
Change the ice button from “crushed” to “cubed”. If cubed ice dispenses correctly, depress the button for “crushed” ice and begin dispensing again. |
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New installation. |
Allow 24 hours after installation for the water supply to cool completely. |
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The water dispenser has been recently used. |
The unit has its own water tank inside. The water storage capacity is 12 oz. (345 ml) of cold water. |
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The refrigerator is connected to a hot water line. |
Make sure the refrigerator is connected to a cold water pipe. |
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The dispenser panel is locked. |
Press and hold the Lock ( |
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New installation. |
Flush and fill the water system. |
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Refrigerator or freezer doors are not closed properly. |
Water will not dispense if any of the refrigerator doors are left open. |
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The refrigerator is not connected to a water supply or the supply shutoff valve is not turned on. |
Connect refrigerator to the water supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open. |
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The water pressure is less than 40 psi. |
The water pressure to the home affects the flow from the dispenser. |
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Home filter or reverse osmosis system is used. |
This can decrease water pressure. It is recommended not to connect the supply line to a reverse osmosis system for optimal operation. |
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The dispenser is not set for water dispensing. |
The dispenser can be set for ice or water. Make certain that the control panel is set for the proper operation. Press the dispenser button on the control panel to cycle through the ice and water options. |
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Water filter needs to be changed. |
The filter should be changed every 6 months or more often depending on usage. The filter can become blocked over time with foreign particles and reduce the water pressure. |
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The gaskets are dirty or sticky. |
Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch. Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning. |
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The door is reopened within a short time after having been opened. |
When you open the door, warmer air enters the refrigerator. As the warm air cools, it can create a vacuum. If the door is hard to open, wait 5 minutes to allow the air pressure to equalize, then see if it opens more easily. |
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The air vents are blocked. Cold air circulates from the freezer to the fresh food section and back again through air vents in the wall dividing the two sections. |
Locate air vents by using your hand to sense airflow and move all packages that block vents and restrict airflow. (See air flow diagram below). |
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The doors are opened often. |
When the door is opened, warm humid air is allowed into the refrigerator. The more the door is opened, the faster the humidity builds up, and the more warm air the refrigerator must cool. In order to keep the refrigerator cool, try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is removed. |
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The control is not set correctly for the surrounding conditions. |
Refer to the Setting the Controls section on page 18. Wait 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize or even out. If the temperature is too cold or too warm, change the setting one increment at a time. |
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A large amount of food has just been added to the refrigerator or freezer. |
Adding food warms the refrigerator. It can take a few hours for the refrigerator to return to normal temperature. |
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The food is not packaged correctly. |
Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to storing in the refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation. If necessary, repackage food according to the guidelines in the Food Storage Guide section on page 22. |
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The doors are not closing completely. |
See Doors will not close completely on page 41. |
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The weather is humid. |
In humid weather, air carries moisture into the refrigerator when the doors are opened. |
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A self-defrost cycle was completed. |
It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the refrigerator self-defrosts. |
Reference file: Kenmore Elite 79571053012 Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Additionally, the document applies to other Kenmore models: 795.7105*
