User Manual Kenmore 73022 26.1 cu. ft. French Door Refrigerator

• User Manual - (English)

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Table of contents

• PARTS AND FEATURES
• REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
• USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
• CARE AND CLEANING
• TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Use & Care Guide Bottom Freezer Refrigerator

PARTS AND FEATURES

1. Covered Dairy Bin or Covered Storage Bin for storing butter and cheese.

2. Gallon door storage bin for items of medium to large size.

3. Low profile door storage bin for items of medium to large size.

4. Ice maker for making ice.

5. Adjustable glass shelf for items of medium to large size.

6. Humidity controlled Crisper Bin for storage of fruits and vegetables

7. Full width pantry drawer for storage of miscellaneous small items

8. Pull out freezer drawer

9. Lower freezer basket for general freezer storage

10. Control and display panel

11. Ice storage bin

REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before using. Do not remove any warning- type labels, the model and serial number label, or the Tech Sheet that is located under the front of the refrigerator. To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with your thumb.

Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry. Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue.

These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position. Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs

PRIOR TO USE

1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust that accumulated during shipping.

2. Install accessories such as ice cube bin, drawers, shelves, etc., in their proper places. They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipment.

3. Allow your refrigerator to run for at least two to three hours before putting food in it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling. Your refrigerator is now ready for use.

INSTALLATION

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 115 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, and fused at 15 or 20 amperes. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided.

INSTALLATION (continued)

1. To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be leveled and installed on a solidly constructed floor. If required, adjust the leveling legs to compensate for unevenness of the floor. The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing. Leveling legs can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly. Turn the leveling legs to the left to raise the unit or to the right to lower it. (See Leveling and door AlIgnment.)

NOTE: Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, a platform or weakly supported structure is not recommended.

2. Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is between 55°F (13°C) and 110°F (43°C). If the temperature around the appliance is too low or high, cooling ability may be adversely affected.

3. Select a place where a water supply can be easily connected for the automatic icemaker.

NOTE: The water pressure must be from 30 to 125 psi or 207-862 kPa or 2.1-8.8 kgf/cm². If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure below 30 psi, you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure.

4. Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity consumption charges. Allow at least 2 inch (5 cm) between the back of the refrigerator and the wall.

NOTE: Removing the doors is always recommended when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below.

HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE

NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from the illustrations on this page.

Removing Refrigerator Handle

Loosen the set screws with the 2.5mm hex key provided and remove the handle.

HOW TO REPLACE REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE

NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from the illustrations on this page.

Removing Refrigerator Handle

Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws with a hex key

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

SETTING THE CONTROLS

Temperature Control

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

• The refrigerator temperature control is preset to 37 deg F (3 deg C) and the freezer control is preset to 0 deg F (-18 deg C). These are recommended temperature settings for normal use conditions.

Freezer Compartment

Push the Freezer button and the temperature setting changes in the sequence as shown below:

>>> Sequential Temperature Change <<<

Accela Chill Freezer function:

To activate freezer Accela Chill, press and hold the Freezer button for 3 seconds. Accela Chill LED will turn on. Push the button again to cancel.

The Accela Chill function is useful to help quickly chill the freezer compartment when needed. For example: If a large quantity of warm food is placed inside the freezer, or if loading the freezer with new groceries which may not be as cold as normal freezer temperatures.

Accela Chill will automatically cancel (Accela Chill LED will turn off) after 50 hours.

Refrigerator Compartment

Push the Refrigerator button and the temperature setting changes in the sequence as shown below:

>>> Sequential Temperature Change <<<

Accela Chill Refrigerator function:

To activate refrigerator Accela Chill, press and hold the Refrigerator button for 3 seconds. Accela Chill LED will turn on. Push the button again to cancel.

The Accela Chill function is useful to help quickly cool the refrigerator compartment when needed. For example: If a large quantity of warm food is placed inside the refrigerator, or if loading the refrigerator with new groceries which may not be as cold as normal refrigerator temperatures.

Accela Chill refrigerator function will automatically cancel (Accela Chill LED will turn off) after 6 hours

Demo Mode (For Store Use Only)

The Demo Mode disables all cooling in the refrigerator and freezer sections to conserve energy while on display in a retail store. When Demo Mode is active, the display panel can be demonstrated without activating cooling operation.

To activate or deactivate:

Press Door Alarm button 5 times while pressing and holding Ice Maker and Freezer Temp buttons

Control Panel

1. Ice Maker button

Press to turn Ice Maker On or Off. If you do not intend to use any ice cubes for longer than one week (e.g. because you are going on holiday), shut down the ice maker. Initial status: Ice Maker On (LED off) Press Ice Maker button: Ice Maker OFF (LED on)

2. Freezer Temp button

Press to adjust freezer compartment temperature.

3. Refrigerator button

Press to adjust refrigerator compartment temperature.

4. Door Alarm

When either the refrigerator or the freezer door is left open for more than one minute, the Door Alarm button LED will illuminate and an audible alarm will sound to alert you that the door is open. To turn off the alarm, press the DOOR ALARM button.

5. ACCELA CHILL

Illuminates when ACCELA CHILL function is ON.

6. Temperature Mode Switch Function ( °F ↔°C )

If you want to convert from °F to °C or vice versa: Press and hold the Freezer Temp and Refrigerator Temp for 5 seconds until the temperature mode changes.

ICEMAKER

In case the icemaker doesn’t work

If the ice maker doesn’t work, check the following:

• Has it been less than 12 hours since the water supply line installation?
• Is the water line connected and the shut-off valve opened?
• Did you manually stop the ice making function?
• Is the freezer temperature too warm? Try setting the freezer temperature lower.

In case of power failure

In the event of a lengthy power failure, remove ice cubes from the storage bin as the ice may melt.

Shutting down the ice maker

Important!

If you do not intend to use any ice cubes for longer than one week (e.g. because you are going on holiday), shut down the ice maker for that period in order to prevent ice cubes from freezing together.

1. Press the On/Off button for 5 seconds to turn the ice maker off (LED on)
2. Empty and clean the ice cube bin.
3. Return the ice cube bin into position.

Reactivating the ice maker:

Press the button for 5 seconds to turn the ice maker on (LED off)

FOOD STORAGE GUIDE

• Wash food before storing
• Divide and separate food into smaller pieces.
• Place watery food or food with a lot of moisture in front shelves (close to door side). If they are placed close to the cold air vent, they can be frozen.
• Warm or hot food should be cooled down enough before storing to reduce power consumption and to enhance refrigeration performance.
• Be careful in storing tropical fruits such as bananas, pineapples and tomatoes, as they can easily deteriorate in lower temperatures.
• Keep enough space between the food items. If too tight or too close, cold air circulation is hindered, resulting in poor refrigeration.
• Never forget to cover or wrap food to prevent odors.

CAUTION:

• The first ice and water dispensed may include particles or odor from the water supply line or the water tank.
• Throw away the first few batches of ice. This is also necessary if the refrigerator has not been used for a long time.
• Never store beverage cans or other items in the ice bin for the purpose of rapid cooling. Doing so may damage the ice maker if the containers burst.
• If discolored ice is dispensed, check the water filter and water supply. If the problem continues, contact a Sears or other qualified service center. Do not use the ice or water until the problem is corrected.
• To avoid personal injury, keep hands out of the ice maker.
• If ice or water dispenses unexpectedly, turn off the water supply and contact Sears Home Services at 1-844-553-6667

WHEN TO SET ICEMAKER TO OFF

• When the water supply will be shut off for several hours.
• When the ice bin is removed for more than one or two minutes.
• When the refrigerator will not be used for several days.

NOTE: The ice bin should be emptied when the icemaker ON/OFF button is turned to the OFF mode.

PREPARING FOR VACATION

Set the icemaker ON/OFF button to OFF and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.

NOTE: The ice bin should be emptied any time the icemaker ON/OFF button is turned OFF.

If the ambient temperature will drop below freezing, have a qualified technician drain the water supply system to prevent serious property damage due to flooding caused by ruptured water lines or connections.

How to use the Automatic Icemaker

The ice maker will produce 7 cubes per cycle – approximately 50 to70 cubes in a 24-hour period – depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of times freezer door is opened, and other use conditions.

Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear.

Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the ice maker feeler arm.

When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the ice maker will stop producing ice.

After the ice maker has been turned on again, there will be a time delay before the ice maker resumes operation.

When ice dispenses, it is normal for several cubes to be joined together.

If ice is not dispensed on a regular basis, old ice cubes will discolor and shrink. If you won’t be using ice on a regular basis, turn the ice maker off.

CARE AND CLEANING

Be sure to unplug first

* Features may vary according to model.

1. Ice Storage Bin

Cleaning: Empty the ice cube bin and clean with lukewarm water. Thoroughly dry the bin and screw conveyor to prevent new ice cubes from sticking together.

2. Freezer & Refrigerator Bins

Hold both ends and pull up.

3. Refrigerator Shelves

To remove a shelf: Lift up on front of shelf with one hand and with other hand push up on back of shelf to release attachment hooks from attachment slots. Pull the shelf out.

To reinstall a shelf: With front of shelf angled slightly up, engage hooks on back of shelf into attachment slots, and then lower front of shelf into place.

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.

LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Before replacing a Compartment Lamp, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.

NOTE: The refrigerator and freezer compartment lights have LED interior lighting, and service should be performed by a qualified technician.

POWER INTERRUPTIONS

1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep all refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay cold and frozen.
2. If the power will be out for more than 24 hours, remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker.

WHEN YOU GO ON VACATION

If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you are away, follow these steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave.

1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.
2. Turn off the icemaker and empty the ice bin.

If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave, follow these steps.

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. Clean the refrigerator, wipe it and dry well.
3. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold from building up.

WHEN YOU MOVE

When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move.

1. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice.
2. Unplug the refrigerator.
3. Clean, wipe and dry thoroughly.
4. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well and tape them together so they do not shift and rattle during the move. Refer to the Using your Refrigerator section for removing instructions.
5. Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet.

When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the Refrigerator Installation section for preparation instructions.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

COOLING

COOLING/ICE & WATER

ICE & WATER

NOISE

PARTS & FEATURES