® Refrigerator Top Mount Use & Care Guide Refrigerador Congelador Superior Guía para su uso y cuidado Réfrigérateur Compartiments Superposés Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 www.sears.
WELCOME & CONGRATULATIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! We here at Sears are very proud of our product and we are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. WARNING Please read all instructions before using this refrigerator. We know you’ll enjoy your new refrigerator and Thank You for choosing our product. We hope you consider us for future purchases.
WARRANTY INFORMATION IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS KENMORE APPLIANCE WARRANTY WARNING ELECTRICAL INFORMATION • • • • • • • The refrigerator must be plugged into its own dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only electric 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.
MASTER PROTECTION AGREEMENTS Master Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore® product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time. That’s when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation. The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product.
INSTALLATION This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Manual. Before starting the refrigerator, follow these important first steps. DOOR OPENING Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to a counter when removing food. To make this possible, the direction in which the doors open can be reversed. See Door Removal & Reversal Instructions.
CONNECTING HOUSEHOLD WATER SUPPLY TO REFRIGERATOR To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve WARNING 1. 2. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source. Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket. Turn ON water supply and flush supply line until water is clear. Turn OFF water supply at shutoff valve. 3. Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap. 4. Slide brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) onto water supply line, as shown. 5.
DOOR REMOVAL / REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS Plastic Putty Knife Tools Necessary: Awl OR (OR) Pliers ™ Phillips head or ™ Quadrex head screwdriver Socket Wrench Set Adjustable Wrench DOOR REMOVAL AND REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS: NOTE The direction in which your refrigerator doors open (door swing) can be reversed, from left to right or right to left, by moving the door hinges from one side to the other. Reversing the door swing should be performed by a qualified person.
DOOR REMOVAL / REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS NOTE TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR HANDLE: (Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.) Some models have “pocket” handles, which are recessed into the sides of the door. On those models, only the hinges will need to be reversed. Other models will have the handles shown on the next three pages. 1. Remove two screws attaching handle to top of refrigerator door. 2. Swing top of handle away from door and slide handle down and off of dovetail button. 3.
DOOR REMOVAL / REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR HANDLE: TO REMOVE FREEZER HANDLE: (Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.) 1. Remove two screws attaching handle to top of refrigerator door. 2. Slide handle straight up and pull handle off dovetail screw on door. 3. Remove dovetail screw from door and install on other side, moving hole plugs from corresponding holes to opposite side. (Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.) 1.
DOOR REMOVAL / REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE: CAUTION 1. Place rounded part of handle onto shoulder screw on face of door and align the 2 holes in bottom of handle with the 2 holes in bottom of door. Handle should be mounted with set screw facing towards center of door.Do not tighten the set screw yet. 2. Install the 2 screws into the bottom of the handle. 3. Tighten the set screw on the rounded part of the handle until the handle is flush with the door, then tighten another 1/2 turn.
FEATURES AT A GLANCE Ice Maker Ice Tray Freezer Light Ice Bucket Fixed Door Bin Freezer Shelf Freezer Control Door Rack Refrigerator Control Dairy Door Deli Drawer Cover Tall Bottle Retainer Deli Drawer Half Shelf Snugger Wine Rack Door Bin Full Shelf Special Item Rack Fixed Door Bin Door Rack Crisper Cover Crisper Drawers Toe Grille Features may vary according to model 11 ENGLISH Mid Level Light
TEMPERATURE CONTROLS COOL DOWN PERIOD TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading it with food. • • • REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER CONTROLS NOTE Adjust temperature gradually: move the knob in small increments, allowing the temperature to stabilize. For colder temperatures, turn the knob towards Colder. For warmer temperatures, turn the knob towards Cold.
LOOKING INSIDE DOOR STORAGE CAUTION Door bins, shelves, and racks are provided for convenient storage of jars, bottles, and cans. Frequently used items can be quickly selected. 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. Some models have door racks or bins that can accommodate gallon-sized plastic drink containers and economy-sized jars and containers.
LOOKING INSIDE (CONTINUED) CRISPERS (SOME MODELS) FREEZER TILT OUT DOOR RACK The crispers, located under the bottom refrigerator shelf, are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. Wash items in clear water and remove excess water before placing them in the crispers. Items with strong odors or high moisture content should be wrapped before storing.
FOOD STORAGE & ENERGY SAVING IDEAS ENERGY SAVING IDEAS FOOD STORAGE IDEAS • Fresh Food Storage • • The fresh food compartment should be kept between 34°F and 40° F with an optimum temperature of 37° F. Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves. This reduces the circulation of air around the food and results in uneven cooling. Fruits and Vegetables • Storage in the crisper drawers traps moisture to help preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods.
ICE SERVICE If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, it will provide a sufficient supply of ice for normal use. During the initial startup of your refrigerator, no ice will be produced during the first 24 hours of operation. Air in new plumbing lines may cause the ice maker to cycle two or three times before making a full tray of ice. With no usage, it will take approximately one to two days to fill the ice container.
NORMAL OPERATING SOUNDS & SIGHTS UNDERSTANDING THE SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR A. Evaporator The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound. Your new high-efficiency refrigerator may make unfamiliar sounds. These are all normal sounds and soon will become familiar to you. They also indicate your refrigerator is operating as designed. Hard surfaces, such as vinyl or wood floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make sounds more noticeable.
CARE & CLEANING Keep your refrigerator and freezer clean to prevent odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean both sections at least twice a year. Never use any type of scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners or strong alkaline solutions on any surface. Do not wash any removable parts in a dishwasher. Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning. CAUTION • • • When moving the refrigerator, pull straight out.
CARE & CLEANING (CONTINUED) NEVER CLEAN CONDENSER (SOME MODELS) CAUTION If your refrigerator is equipped with a Never Clean condenser, there’s no need to clean the condenser under normal operating conditions. If the refrigerator is operated under particularly dusty or greasy conditions, or if there is significant Defrost Water Pan (some models) pet traffic in your home, it may be necessary to periodically clean the condenser for maximum efficiency. Wear gloves to avoid cuts when replacing light bulbs.
BEFORE YOU CALL Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. Common Occurrences • • • • Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet. Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Reset circuit breaker. The temperature control is turned to "O". Refrigerator may be in defrost cycle. Wait 20 minutes and check again.
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