Sears KENMORE 53472 Owner Manual

SEARS

Kenmore Refrigerator Owner ; Manual

Contents

" Grounding Requirements ..................................................

• Starting the Refrigerator ..........................................................

• Adjusting the Controls ...............................................................

• Food Storage Suggestions ...............................................

• Ice & Water Dispenser

• Care and Cleaning

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12, 13

• Vacation and Moving Precautions ....................................

• Warranty .................................................................

Please record the model number, serial number and date you purchased your Kenmore refrigerator in the space below,, See page 8 for model and serial number location,

Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO,, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U S A_

53471

53472

53475

53478

54431

54438

57472

57478

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions before using this appliance.

WARNINGWhen using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

- Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual,

- This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Attention Installer Instructions before it is used. See grounding requirements below and on page 3.

" Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the

power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet

• Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have became frayed or otherwise damaged.

Do nat use a cord that shows crocks or abrasion damage along itslength or at either the plug or connector end

• When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

• After your refrigerator is in operation, do not

touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment, particularly when hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces

• Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in. This will help protect you from possible

injury It will also prevent interference with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that releases the cubes_

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Don't refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely.

The United States Department of Agriculture

in Home and Garden Bulletin No 69 says:

",, You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold-below 40 ° F.

",, Thawed ground meats, poultry or fish that have any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten_ Thawed ice cream should be discarded, ff the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable, get rid of iL The food may be dangerous to eat.

"Even partial thawing and refreezing reduce the eating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables and prepared foods_ The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods° Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of their eating quality as you can"

- If your old refrigerator is still around the house but

not in use, be sure to remove the doors.

This will reduce the possibility of danger to children,

• Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning and making repairs.

NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual

• Before replacing a burned_out light bulb, unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A burned_out light bulb may break when being repraced ) NOTE: Turning control to OFF position does

not remove power to the light circuit

• Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the shelves in the refrigerator.

They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Grounding Requirements

Important-Please read carefully.

To connect electricity

For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

The power cord of this appliance isequipped with a three-prong

(grounding) plug which mates with a standard

J INSURE PROPER three-prong (grounding) wall outlet (Fig 1 ) to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance

Have wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure outlet is properly grounded

Where a standard two-prong wal! outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall outlet

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR

REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND) PRONG FROM

THE POWER CORD.

Use of adapter plug

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against use of an adapter plug, However, if you stil! elect to use on adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY

CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two-prong wall outlet by use of a UL [isled adapter

(Fig, 2) available at most [ocat hardware stores

The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord,

TEMPORARY METHOD

(ADAP'I_:R PLUGS NOT

P_RMm_D_N

LARG_ II|IIP_ I I t

CAUTION: Attaching an adapter ground terminal to the wall outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and the walt outlet is grounded through the house wiring, You should have circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, ok,rays hold the adapter with one hand

If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use,,

Should the adapter ground terminal break,

DO NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established_

Use of Extension Cords

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use an extension cord, it is absolulely necessary that it be a UL listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be

15 amperes (minimum) and 120 vohs

Electrical Requirements

The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate° This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits, which could cause a fire hazard from overheating wires,,

Starting the Refrigerator

Location

• Install the refrigerator on a floor strong enough to support it when it is fully loaded

• Do not instati it where the temperature will go below 60°1 :: because it will not run often enough to maintain proper temperatures,

° Do not install it next to your range, a heating vent or where the sun will shine directly on it,

Clearances

Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and ptumbing and electrical connections:

Sides ..........

Top ..................

Back ................

(if built-in, allow 7/8" at top for hinge covers )

Allow a 1 Y_"door clearance at refrigerator side,

15/- at freezer side

Rollers

Adjustable rollers behind the base grille enable you to move the refrigerator away from the wall for cleaning These rollers should be set so the refrigerator rests firmly on the floor, To assure that the doors will close automatically from a halfwoy_open position, there is a buitFin tilt from the front to the back of the cabinet Side-by-side refrigerators also have specia!ly

designed door hinges that lift both doors slightly when opened, allowlng the force of gravity to help close them securely

To adjust the rollers:

• Remove the base grille,

Grasp it at the bottom and

• Turn the roller adjusting

screws clockwise to raise the refrigerator, counterclockwise to lower iL Use an adjustable wrench or pliers on the 3/8" bolts

Both doors should close properly when bottom front edge of refrigerator cabinet is about 5/8" from the floor

• To replace the base grille, line up lhe prongs on the grille with the clamps on the refrigerator and push forward until the grille snaps into place,

Adjusting the Controls

FREEZER CONTROL BETWEEN FOOD CONTROL

COLD INITIAL

SETFING

COLDEST

Two controls let you regulate the temperature in the fresh food and freezer compartments.

At first, set both controis at "Initial Setting"

Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stobilize, whether you are setting the controls for the first time or adjusting them later. Then, if you want colder or warmer temperatures in either compartment, adjust the controIs one step at a time.

NOTE: Moving the fresh food control to OFF turns off cooling in both compartments-fresh bad and freezerbut does not shut off power to the refrigerator

How to Test Temperatures

Use the milk test for the fresh food compartment° Piace a container of milk on the top shelf in the fresh food compartment Check it a day later, lfthe milk is too warm or too cold, adjust the temperature controls

Use the ice cream test for the freezer compartment, Place a container of ice cream in the center of the freezer compartment Check it after a day If it's too hard or too soft, adjust the temperature controls

OFF COLD INITIAL

SETTING

COLDEST

Turning Your Household Thermostat

Below 60°E at Night?

You may want to move the freezer control one slap colder. Cooler temperatures in the house may cause the compressor to operate less frequently, thus oltowing the freezer compartment to warm somewhat

To protect your frozen food supply, leave your freezer control at this new, colder setting for the entire winter or for as !ong as you keep your thermostat turned down

Moving the freezer control to a colder setting should have no effect on your fresh food compartment.

However, if freezing occurs, move the numbered control one step warmer

When you stop turning the household thermostat down at

night, move the refrigerator temperature controls back to their regular settings.

Energy-Saving Tips

• Don't open the doors more often than necessary

" Close the doors as soon as possible, particularly in hot, humid weather

" Be sure the doors are closed tightly. Before leaving the house or retiring for the night, check to be sure the doors haven't been left open accidentally

° Store only those foods requiring refrigeration in your refrigerator

• Wipe moisture from bottles and cartons before putting them in the refrigerator

• Keep foods covered to reduce moisture buildup inside the refrigerator

" If you move the controls to the coldest position for quick chilling or freezing, be sure to move them back to regular settings

° Don't overcrowd your refrigerator Overcrowding can require extra electrical energy to keep everything cool

Food Storage Suggestions

Suggested Storage Times

DAYS

IN

Eating quality drops after time shown

REFRIGERATOR

AT

35° to 40°F.

Fresh Meats

Roasts (Beef & Lamb) ..............

Roasts (Pork & Veal) ...........

Steaks (Beef) ..............................

Chops (Lamb) .................

Chops (Pork) .....................

Ground & Stew Meals ...............

3 to 5

3 1o 5

3 lo 5

3 to 5

3 to 5

1 to 2

Variety Meats .............................

Sausage (Pork) .............

Processed Meats

Bacon ...........................................

Frankfurters ..................................

Ham (Whole) ....................................

Ham (Half) ......................

Ham (Siices) .....................

Luncheon Meats ......................

Sausage (Smoked) ........................

Sausage (Dry & Semi-Dry} .......

Cooked Meats

Cooked Meats and

Meat Dishes ..............................

Gravy & Meal Broth ........

1 to 2

1 to 2

7

7

7

3 to 5

3

3 to 5

7

141o 21

3 to 4

1 to 2

Fresh Poultry

Chicken & Turkey (Whole) .......

Chicken {Pieces) ................

t to 2 t to 2

Turkey {Pieces) ....................

I to 2

Duck & Goose (Whole) ................

1 to 2

Giblets ................................................

1 to 2

Cooked Poultry

Pieces (Covered wilh Broth) .....

Pieces (Not Covered) ......

Cooked Pouhry Dishes ..............

Fried Chicken .....................

1 to 2

3 to 4

3 to 4

3 to 4

(Other than for meats & poultry)

Most fruits and vegetables ..........................

Lean fish .......................................................

Fatty fish. ro_lsand breads, soups, stew, casseroles .............................

Cakes, pies, sandwiches, leftovers (cooked), tce cream (original carton) .................

MONTHS

IN

FREEZER

AT

O°F0

6 to t 2

4 to 8

6 to t 2

6 to 9

3 to 4

3 to 4

3 to 4

I to 2 t

1/2 t to 2

1 to 2

I to 2

Freezing nol recommended

2 to 3

2 to 3

12

9

6

6

3

6

'_

4 to 6

4

FREEZER

8-12 monihs

6°8 months

2-3 months

1 month maxr

Meats, fish and poultry purchased from the store vary in quality and age; consequently, safe storage

times in your refrigerator will vary.

New techniques are constantly being developed.

Consult the College or County Extension Service or your local Utility Company for the latest information on freezing and storing foods.

Fresh Food Storage Tips

To stare unfrozen meats, fish and poultry:

• Always remove store wrappings

• Rewrap in foil, film or wax paper and refrigerate immediately.

To store cheese, wrap weii with wax paper or aIuminum foil, or put in a plastlc bag

" Carefully wrap to expel air and help prevent mold

• Store pre-packaged cheese in its own wrapping if you wish.

To store vegetables, use the vegetable drawersthey've been designed to preserve the naturai moisture and freshness of produce..

• Covering vegetables with a moist rowe! helps maintain crispness

" As a further aid to freshness, pre_packaged vegetables can be stored in their original wrapping.

Tips on freezing foods

There are three essential requirements for efficient home freezing

1. initial quality. Freeze only top-quality foods

Freezing retains quality and flavor; it cannot improve quality

2. Speed.

The quicker fruits and vegetables are frozen after picking, the better the frozen product will be You'll save time, too, wilh less culling and sorting to do

3. Proper packaging.

Use food wraps designed especially for freezing; they're readily available at most food stores.

To store ice cream-Fine-quality ice cream, with high cream content, will normaNy require slight(y lower temperatures than more "airy" alreadypackaged brands with low cream content

• It wlil be necessary to experiment to determine the freezer compartment location and temperature control setting to keep your ice cream at the right serving temperature

• The rear of the freezer compartment is slightly colder than the front

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Food Storage Suggestions

Tips on Freezing Foods

[continued)

To freeze meat, fish and poultry, wrap well in freezerweight bil (or other heavy-duty wrapping material) forming it carefully to the shape of the contenls_ This expels air, Fold and crimp ends of the package to provide a good, lasting seal

Don't refreeze meat that has completely thawed; meat, whether raw or cooked, can be frozen successfully only once

For Convenience._

• Store like things together_ This saves both time and electricity because you can find foods faster

• Place the oldest items up front so they can be used up promptly

• Use shelves on the door for most often used sauces and condiments

. Use the meat drawer for meats you do not freeze

To Save Money in Energy and Food Costs

• Cover moist foods with tight lids, plastic film or foil

• Leaf vegetables and fruits placed in drawers will last longer when stored in closed plastic containers or wrapped in plastic film

• Do not overload your fresh food or freezer compartment with a lot of warm food at one time

" Open the door the fewest times possible to save electrical energy

• When going out of town for several days, leave as few perishables as possible in the refrigerator Move the icemaker feeler arm to the STOP (up) position and shut off water to the refrigerator,

Shelves

Removable Door Bins in the Fresh Food

Compartment

Top three bins on the fresh food compartment door are removabfe; the uppermost two can be relocated on the door

To remove bins: Lift bin straight up until mounting hooks disengage

To relocate bins: Select desired bin height, engage hooks in slots on the tracks of the door, and push in,

Bin wild lock in place

Dividers

Dividers are designed to give you storage flexibility in door bins on your fresh food door. Items such as salad dressings, steak sauces and other condiments can now be kept securely against the door liner to help prevent tipping, spilling or sliding

Place index finger and middle finger on either side of the divider near the front and simply move it back and forth to

[it your needs

Divider

Adjustable Shelves in the Fresh Food

Compartment

Adjustable shelves in the fresh food compartment enable

you to make efficient shelf arrangements to fit your family's food storage needs,

• To remove shelves, tilt the shelf up at front, then lift it up and out of the tracks on the rear

wall of the refrigerator

.,/" _ Lff! up i r _L_Jandou[ i m llll II

i_ " _"_p

1"oreplace shelves, select desired shelf height With the shelf front raised slightly, engage the lop lugs in the tracks at the rear of the cabinet. Then lower the front of the shelf until it locks into position,

Removable Freezer Basket Shelves

Shelves in the freezer compartment will stop before coming all the way out of the freezer to help prevent contents from spilling onto the floor_ They can be removed easily by lifting up slightly and pulling past the "stop" location

Handi-Shelf

Swing Down Shelf (on

some models)

This swing-down shelf when needed provides extra shelf space

When you want to use it, pull the shelf forward as far as it goes, then Iower it Be careful not to force it down before it is pulled out all the way

To raise it back into position, putt the shelf forward, push it up and slide it back fully until it stops.

Storage Drawers

Freezer Bin

You can store bulky and odd-shaped Food packages in this slide-out bin and remove them easily when you want them without disturbing foods stored above or next to them.

Deli Pan

The De_i Pan-and shelf to which it is attached-can be relocated within the Fresh

Food compartment The sealed drawer retains high humidity for convenient storage of meats and cheese, bacon, hors d'oeuvres,

spreads and snacks

Sealed Crisper Drawer

This drawer has been

specially designed to help preserve fruits and vegetables

Temperature Controlled Meats Drawer

(on some models)

The convertible meat drawer has its own cold air duct to allow a stream of cold air from the freezer compartment to flow around the drawer

The variable temperature control regulates the air flow from the freezer compartment

Set the control lever to MEAT or to the coldest setting to store fresh meats.

If the lever is left in this position for a long period of time, some frost may form on the inside of the drawer.

Set the control lever to VEG or away from the coldest setting to convert the drawer to normal refrigerator temperature and provide extra vegetable storage space. The cold air duct is turned off.

Variable settings beb_veen these extremes can be selected

'1

Featu res

ICE ACCESS DOOR-

Lift it to turn icemaker on or off, or \

\ to level ice cubes in storage bin from time to time°

ICE STORAGE

COMPARTMEN1

Ice is made and stored here until called for by pressing the dispenser pad on the front of the door.

WATER AND ICE

DISPENSER

Located on outside of

freezer compartment door, it dispenses ice cubes, crushed ice and water lhrough the door.

FREEZER DOOR

SHELVES

Door shelves keep

I:requently used frozen food items within easy reach..

REMOVABLE FREEZER

BASKET SHELVES--

Pull a basket shelf forward to the "stop" position and food at the back becomes easier to reach. Lift the shelf up slightly and you can pull it all the way out and take it to the food preparation area to remove things from it or add things to it.

FREEZER BIN

This slide-out bin holds bulky and odd-shaped food packages and makes them easily accessible without disturbing frozen food

next to or on top of them_

TEXTURED STEEL DOORS

Touch the textured doors; they won't show fingerprints.

MAGNETIC DOOR GASKETS

Doors close quietly, and gaskets seal tightly when the refrigerator is levelsee "Starting the Refrigerator".

Set bath controls at "iNITiAL

SETTING." They may need usting later

CONTROLS

Dual-usage bin holds two dozen eggs in their cartons, or stores an extra supply of ice cubes in the freezer for special occasions_

DAIRY BIN

Door stays open while bin is in use, provides easy access to dairy products_

!LABEL

Information you'l! want to know is right on the refrigerator, including everyday care.

;HELF

Thisswing-down shelf provides extra shelFspace when needed

CONTROLLED

MEATS DRAWER (on some models)

The variable temperature control nexl to the Temperature Controlled

Meats drawer regulates the flow of cold air from the freezer_ ligh_eight bins adjust easily to accommodate items of various heights, can be used to carry contents directly to countertop or table for preparation or serving_

DIVIDERS

Move them where needed on door bins to keep items such as smatl bottles and iars so they won't tip, spill or slide_

SEALED CRISPER DRAWER

' drawer has been specially designed to help preserve the natural goodness of fruitsand vegetables.

NO DEFROSTING

It is not necessary to defrost the freezer or fresh food compartments.

Your refrigerator is designed and equipped to defrost itself automatically

AUTOMATIC ENERGY

SAVER SYSTEM

Warm liquid from the refrigerator's condenser is automatically circulated around the front edge of the freezer compartment to help keep moisture from forming on the outside of the refrigerator during humid weather_

GLASS SHELVES

These shelves let you arrange-and rearrange-the refrigerator to meet your everchanging

DELl PAN interior of your food storage needs_

--This drawer provides high humidity for convenient storage of meats and cheeses, bacon, hats d'oeuvers, spreads and snacks.

MODEL AND SERIAL

_NUMBER LOCATION

You'll find these numbers either on the side wall or on the bottom front of the cabinet. To order repair parts, see the parts listthat came with your refrigerator, or take these numbers

to your nearest Sears Service

Center and they will help you

Automatic Icemaker and Ice & Water Dispenser

How it Works

Your refrigerator has an automatic icemaker and a dispenser that dispenses water, ice cubes and crushed ice (on some models) through the freezer compartment door

Here's how they work

Water flows from the household supply through a

(1) dual solenoid valve to the

(2) water tubing and to the

(3) automatic icemaker as needed

Water is frozen in the

(4) cube mold and eiected into the

(5) storage bin where a motor-powered auger moves cubes forward

Cubes dispense through the chute in the door when the pad is pressed

When the switch is moved to CRUSHED (on some models), a baffle channels cubes through the crusher and crushed ice falls through a chute into the glass

Water flows through the

(6) tubing in the door and is dispensed when the pad is pressed.

(7) A light switch (on some models) turns the night light in the dispenser on or off The light also comes on when the pad is pressed

The light in the dispenser should be replaced with a

7 watt maximum bulb when it burns out

• Avoid over filling glasses with ice and using narrow or extra-tall glosses.

This can jam the chute or cause the door in the chute to freeze shut.

Periodically open the Freezer compartment door and look down into the chute If ice is blocking the chule, poke it through with a wooden spoon

° To help keep bits of ice from being sprayed beyond the gloss, place the glass close to the ice chute-but not so close that it blocks out coming ice

• Ice should not be dispensed into thin glasses, fine china or delicate crystal-they can crack or chip from the combined pressure of your hand pressing them against the pad and ice dropping into the container

• Fill glasses with ice before adding soda or other beverage mixes.

This will prevent splashing which could cause the ice and water selector switch to stick

• Beverages and foods should not be quick-chilled in the ice storage bin. Cans, bottles or food packages in the storage bin may cause the icemaker or auger to jam

° Do not add ice from trays or bags to the storage bin. It may not crush or dispense well

Before Using Your Icemaker and Dispenser

If you use your refrigerator before the water connection is made, raise the ice access door and make sure the icemaker Jeerer arm is in the STOP

(up) position

important Facts about Your ice & Water

Dispenser

• If this is your first icemaker you'll hear occasional sounds that may be unfamiliar° These are normal icemaking sounds and are not cause for concern

• Your icemaker will produce eight cubes per cycleapproximately 120 cubes in a 24-hour perioddepending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other use conditions,

• Intermittent dispensing of ice is normal. If ice flow interruption is more than brief, ice clump(s) may be the cause and should be removed following instructions in this section

_'" arm in

STOP (up) position r arm in

ON (down) position

When the water supply has been connected to the icemaker, move the feeler arm to ON (down) position,

Select WATER then press the dispenser pad for about two minutes to remove trapped air from the water line and to fill the water reservoir The ice cube mold automatically fills with water after cooling to freezing temperatures First cubes normally freeze after several hours

NOTE: With a newly-lnstalled refrigerator, allow about

24 hours for the freezer compartment to cool down to the proper ice-making temperature

Automatic Icemaker and Ice & Water Dispenser tcont nuedl

Once Your

Icemaker & Dispenser are in Operation

Throw away the first few batches of ice cubes ( 16 or 24 cubes) This will flush away any impurities in the waler line

Do the same thing after vacations or extended periods when ice isnh used

To clean oul the line, pour the first six glassfuls of water in _he kitchen sink The first water through the system picks up a s_ight"plastic" taste from the water tubing.

To make sure the bin fills with ice, level the cubes occasionally.

When cubes fall into the bin they may plte up close to the icemaker and push the feeler arm to the STOP position before the bin gets full Keeping the cubes level allows the icemaker to fill the bin

To Stop Dispensing

Release pressure from the pad and wait a few seconds to catch the last bils of ice or drops of water There may be some dripping after dispensing of crushed ice or water ff there is a lot of dripping, the spill should be wiped dry right away

Do not pour waler in the spill shelf because it is not self draining-pour it in the kitchen sink The shelf and its grille should be cleaned regularly Press here Io according to Care and Cleaning instructions removegrill

The grille is easily removed by pressing on the back right corner

Caution:

Under certain rare circumstances, ice cubes may be discolored, usually appearing with a green-bluish color

The cause of thisunusual discoloration is apparently due to a combination of fac!ors such as certain characteristics of local waters, household plumbing and the accumulation of copper sdls in an inactive water supply line which feeds the icemaker Continued consumption of such discolored ice cubes may be injurious to health If such discoloration is observed, discard 1heice cubes and contacl your Sears

Service Center

If Ice Clumps Form in the Storage Bin ....

The icemaker ejecls cubes in groups of eight, and it is normal for several cubes to be joined together However, if you don't use the ice very often ice dumps may form in the storage bin and can clog the dispenser If this happens:

• Remove the storage bin from the freezer

• Break up ice clumps with your hands Throw away any clumps that you can't break up

- Replace the bin bdore the remaining cubes melt and fuse together

To Remove Ice Storage Bin

Lift the left corner to free the bin from the shelf Pull the bin straight out while supporting it at front and back

To Dispense Ice and Water

• Set the selector switch to CUBES, CRUSHED ICE

(on some models) or WATER

• Grip the glass or other container near the rim and press the rim against the center of the pad

When Dispensing Ice:

• Some crushed ice may be dispensed even though you selected CUBES This happens occasionally when a few cubes get channeled to the crusher o Sometimes a mound of snow will form on the door in the ice chute.

This condition is normal, and usually occurs when you have dispensed crushed ice repeatedly, The snow will eventually evaporafe

When Dispensing Water:

• The first glass of water dispensed may be warmer than the following ones This is normal

• Dispensed water iscool, not iced. For colder water, simply add crushed ice or cubes before dispensing water

CAUTION: Never put fingers or other objects into the dispenser opening

To Replace Ice Storage Bin

Slide the bin back until the lab on lhe bin locks into the slot in the shelf

_.

tf the bin does not go a!t the way Back, remove it and turn the drive mechanism

1/4 turn Then push the bin back again until Ihe lab on the bin locks into the slot in the shelf

If Ice Is Not Used Often .....

"Old" ice cubes will become cloudy and taste stale Empty ice storage bin periodically and wash it in lukewarm water

Be sure to allow storage bin 1ocool before replacing itotherwise ice cubes wilt stick to the metal auger

10

Move Feeler Arm to STOP (up) Position when .....

• Home water supply is to be turned off for several hours

• Ice storage bin is to be removed for a period of time..

• Going away on vacation, at which time you should also turn off thevalve in the water supply line 1oyour refrigerator

Ice Service

Icemaker Water Line

Installation Requirements

You will need a shutoff valve, two

1/4" OD compression nuts, two compression sleeves and enough

1/4" OD, copper tubing to connect refrigerator to water source, [Your

Sears Store or Catalog Sales Office has a kit available with a saddle_ type shutoff valve and copper

tubing, Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes)

CAUTION: Do not install icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing

1. Find a 3/8" to 1" vertical COLD

water pipe near the refrigerator,

When it is necessary to connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection to the top or side, rather than atthe bottom to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water pipe

2. Measure from INLET on rear of refrigerator to water pipe, Add 7 feet to allow for moving refrigerator for cleaning,, This is the length of

1/4" OD, copper tubing you will

need for the job (length from water valve to water pipe PLUS 7 feet)

Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

3. Turn OFF main water supply

Turn on nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water

CAUTION: When using any electrical device (such as a power drill) to facifitate installation, be sure the device is insulated or

wired in a manner to prevent the hazard oFelectrical shock

4, Using a grounded drill, drilt a

3/16" hole in the vertical cold water pipe you have selected,

Typical ways to connect to water supply

Through floor to Basement cold water pipe

Under sinkto cold water pipe

pipe J l----

-WASHER

SHU,

END

VERTICAL

COLD WATER

PiPE

5. Fasten shutoff valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp Be sure inlet end is solidly in 3/16" drilled hole

in water pipe and washer is under pipe clamp, Tighten packing nut

Tighten pipe ciamp screws carefufly and evenly so washer makes a watertight connection, Do not overtighten or you may crush copper tubing, especially if soft copper tubing is used, Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing

I

COMPRESSION

SHUTOFF

VALVE

PACKING

NUT /

OUTLET

VALVE

COMPRESSION

SLEEVE ___

6, Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on copper tubing as shown above Insert end of tubing into outlet end squarely as far as it will go, Screw compression nut to outlet end with adjustable wrench_ Do not overtighten Turn

ON main water supply and flush out tubing until water is clear, Turn OFF shutoffvalve on water pipe. You are

now ready to connect other end of

1/4" copper tubing to water valve on back of refrigerator

Through watt lo uliIity room cold water pipe ti tn crowi

space under house

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VAtVE

COMPRESSION

NUT

TUBING

CLAMP

REFRIGERATOR CONNECTION

7. Your model has a water valve compression titling coming through the rear wall of the refrigerator

Assemble compression nut on compression fitting as shown above

Insert end of tubing into connector and tighten compression nuL Be sure end of tubing is square in connector and is inserted as far as it will go, Do

not overtighten Be sure there is enough extra tubing (coiled into three turns of about 10' diameter) to allow refrigerator to move out from wall after installation Secure tubing in metal damp at top right corner of compressor compartment cover

8. Turn shutoffvalve ON TIGHTEN

ANY CONNECTIONS

THAT LEAK

OR NUTS

9. Copper tubing may now be fastened to baseboard,

10, Your ice cubes can only be as fresh-tasting as the water that produces them. That's why it is a good idea to puri_y the water with a water filter. The water filter is on optional part at extra cost and is availabb from the Sears Service

Center_ Order Filter No, 978488 and install at the inlet water tube connection

11. Water Pressure Limitations:

Not below (15 PS,LI or above

(125 P_SI ). Ira problem occurs, call your Utility Company

IMPORTANT: It may take up to 24 hours for your icemaker to begin producing ice._

The first few batches of ice cubes

should be thrown away, so that remaining impurities in the water line will be flushed out

Care and Cleaning

Outside

The water and ice dispenser spill shelf should be wiped dry immediately to prevent spotting, Water left on the shelf may leave deposits that you can remove by soaking in undiluted vinegar You can also use a paste of non-precipitating water softener (such as Catgon brand) and water, or one teaspoon of citric acid powder per pint of hot tap water, Soak until the deposit disappears or becomes loose enough to rinse away Usual}y 30 minutes soaking time is adequate Avoid using wax on the spill shelf and trim

The soft door handles are easy to clean if they are waxed every few months Use a household wax such as

Pledge or Jubilee brand to coat the handles Soil wil] then easily wash off with dish detergent and water or a non- abrasive all-purpose cleaner.

Keep the finish clean, Wipe with a cleon cloth lightly dampened with kitchen appliance wax or mild liquid dishwashing detergent Dry and polish with a clean, soft cloth, Do not wipe the refrigerator with a soiled dishwashing cloth or wet towel These may leave a residue that can harm the paint, Do not use scouring pads, powdered cleaners, bleach or cleaners containing bleach because these products can scratch and weaken the paint finish_

Protect the paint finish. The finish on the outside of the refrigerator is a high quality, baked_on paint finish With proper care, it will stay new-looking and rust-free for years, Apply a coat of kitchen/appliance wax when the refrigerator is new and then at least twice a year

Inside

The fresh food and freezer compartment interiors

should be cleaned at least once a year Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning, If this is not practical, wring excess moisture ou| of sponge or cloth when cleaning around switches, lights or controls

Use warm water and baking soda soluiion-about a tablespoon of baking soda to a quart of water This both deans and neutralizes odors Rinse thoroughly with water and wipe dry

Other refrigerator paris-including door gaskets, meat and vegetable drawers, ice storage bin and all plastic parts_can be cleaned the same way Do not use cleansing powders or other abrasive cleaners, Door gaskets are foctory_lubricated with petroleum jelly on the hinge side

If the lubricant is excessive, wipe itoff but leave a thin film on the gasket to help insure a proper hinge-side seal,

When you clean the door gaskets, relubricate them_

Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves with hot water because the extreme temperature difference may cause them to break,

To help prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the rear of the refrigerator, on the top shelf

Change the box every three months. In addition, put an open box of baking soda in the freezer to absorb stale freezer odors

Do not wash any plastic parts from your

Storage Drawers

Drawers at bottom of fresh food compartment will stop before coming all the way out of refrigerator to help prevent contents from spilling onto floor The drawers can be removed easily by tilting up slightly and pulling past the "stop" location

To remove storage drawers when fresh food compartment door cannot be opened fully:

1, Remove food from shelf above top drawer and take out shelf_

2. Take Food off glass cover and out of drawer above the top drawer, flex and rotate upper surface of

.,.r_.....,.,.. ...... , _ pin on each side wall, Then, keeping panel upright, pull bottom of panel toward you until it clears the lower side-wall pins.

4. Putyour fingers behind the gasket at the rear of the drawer and pull forward

Remove the gasket

5, Pull the drawer partway out Reach in, push the rear of the glass up; at the same time, push it back until it clears frontcorner retainers

6. Tilt and remove the cover

7. Pull the drawer forward, li_ the front to dear stops, and pull the drawer out until it hits the door Then lift the drawer up until it is higher than the drawer supports, tilt it and take it out,

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8. tftapeholdsbottomdrawercovertodrawer

supports, remove the tape Pull drawer partway out

Reach in, push the rear of the glass up and, at the same time, back, until it clears front_corner retainers

9. Tilt and remove the cover

10. Tilt and remove the drawer

After cleaning, replace drawers and covers in reverse order Reinstall the gasket at the rear of the top drawer

Fit the end of the plastic drawer support into the stot on the gasket, with the rubber gasket flap facing you, Make sure the gasket snaps into place,

Then replace the light panel by hanging top of panel on upper pins and pushing in at bottom

Drain Opening in Freezer Compartment

When cleaning, remove the freezer bin and flush a solution of baking soda

(one teaspoon) and two cups of hot (not boiling) water through the drain line with the help of a meat baster This will help eliminate odor and reduce the likelihood of a clogged drain tine tf drain becomes clogged, use a meat baster and baking-soda-anti-water solution to force the clog through the drain line,

Condenser

The condenser is located behind the base grille, For most efficient operation, remove the Base grille and sweep away or vacuum up dust that is readily accessible For best resu]ts, use a brush specially designed for this purpose, it is available at your Sears store or service center This easy cleaning operation should be done at least once a year

Behind Refrigerator

Take care moving your refrigerator away from the wa_]

All b/pes of floor coverings can be damaged, particularly cushioned coverings and those with embossed surfaces

Pull _herefrigerator straight out and return it to position by pushing it straight in Moving refrigerator in a sicle direction may damage floor covering or refrigerator

Light Bulb Replacement

Unplug the refrigerator before changing a light bulb.

Fresh Food Compartment--Upper Light

1. Pull off temperature control knobs

Pin

2, Pul! the bottom of the light shield down and forward, then rotate the top up and off

After replacing with same size bulb, reinstall light shield

Fresh Food Compartment--Lower

(on some models)

Light

This light is located behind a shield at the rear of the fresh food compartment,

1. Grasp the top edge of the shield and lift it up and forward to free its top edge

2_ After replacing with same size bulb, hook the top of the shield back in place

Freezer Compartment

1, Remove sheff iust below light panel (Shelf will be easier to remove if it is emptied first)

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2o Pull plastic light pane!

toward you° (It will bend to free tabs from grooves )

3. After replacing with same size bulb, reinstall panel and sheif_

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Before You Call for Service

Save timeand money Checkthislist of causesof minoroperating problemsyou can correctyourself

Refrigerator does not operate

* May be in defrostcycle when motor does hal operate for about

30 minutes o Temperaturecontrol in OFFposftion

• If interiortight is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at

wall outlet

° tf plug issecureand refrigerator fails to operale, plug [amp into sameoutlet 1odetermineif thereistripped circuit breaker or burned out fuse

Motor operates for long periods

• Modern refrigeratorswith morestorage space and a larger freezer require more operating time

,, Normal when refrigeralor isfirstdelivered to your homeusually requires24 hours_ocompletelycool down

• Largeamountsof food placed in refrigerator 1obe cooled or frozen

° Hot weather-frequent door openings

° Door [eftopen

° TemperaturecontroJssettoo cold

° Condenserneedscleaning

° CheckENERGY-SAVINGTIPS

Operating sounds

= Thehigh speedcompressormotor required to maintain near zero temperaturesin thelarge freezer compartmentmay produce higher soundlevelsthan your old refrigerator

= Normal fan air flow-one fan btowscold air throughthe refrigerator and freezer compartments-anotherFancools lhe compressormotor

• TheseNORMAL soundswill also be heard from timeto time:

° Dekosltimer switch clicksat defrost

• Defrostwater dripping

• Temperaturecontrol clicksON or OFF

• Refrigerantboiling or gurgling

• Crackingor pppo ing of cooling coils coused by expansion and contraction during defrostand refrigeration following defrosL

= Ice cubesdropping intothebin and water runningin pipes as icemaker refilts

Motor starts & stops frequently

.. Temperalurecontrol slartsand stopsmotor to maintain even temperatures Thisis norma!

Door not closing properly

• Door gasketon hinge side stickingor folding over Tocorrect, pul a small amountof petroleumje!ly on Faceof gaskeL

Vibration or rattling

°ff refrigeralar vibrates,more than likely it is not restingsofidly on the floor Theffonl roller screwsneed adjusiing, or fbor isweak or uneven Referto StartingYour Refrigeratorsection.

° If dishesvibrate on shelves,try movingthem Slightvibration is norma_

Foods dry out

° Foodsnotcovered,wrapped or sealedproperly

Freshfood or freezer compartment temperature too warm

* Temperaturecontrol not solcold enough

° Warm wealher-frequent door openings

• Door left open for long time

° Packagemay be hotdingdoor open

Frostor ice crystals on frozen food

° Door may have been left ajar or package holding door open

• Toofrequent or too long door openings

• Frostwithin package is normal

Slow ice cube freezing

• Door may have been left ajar

° Set_emperatureof freezer compartmentcolder

Ice cubes have odor/taste

• Old cubesneed Io be discarded Emptyice bin every 30 days

° _cestorage bin needsto be washed

• Unsealed packagesin refrigeratorand/or freezer compartmentsmay be transmittingodor/taste to ice cubes

• Interior ef refrigeralor needscleaning

Automatic icemaker does nat work

• Icemakerfeelerarm in STOP(up) position

° Water supply turnedoff or notconnected

• Freezercompartmenttoo warm

• Cubes too small-watershutoffvalve connecIing refrigerator to homewater line may be clogged

• Sometimescubesfuseto theside of the ice mold and hold the feeler arm in the STOP(up) posit_onRemovethis ice to restartIhe icemaker

• Piled up cubesin sloragebin may causeicemakerto shut off prematurely.With icemakerfeeler armin STOP(up) position, levelcubesin bin by hand,

° When levelingcubesby hand, you may have pushedthefeeler arm into fhe STOP(up)position by mistake

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Cube dispenserdoes not work

* No ice cubes Removestorage container ffcubes are frozen to wire arm, remove cubes_

" No ice cubes tcemaker or water supply turnedoff

• kregular iceclumpsin storage container. Breakup asmany as you can with fingertip pressureand discard theremainingclumps

Water has poor taste/odor

If water dispenser hasnot been usedfor an extended period, dispenseseveral glassfulsof water to eliminate tasteIemporar[}y

impartedby the water line

* Poor-tastingincoming waler install a water filter

Water dispenser does not work

• Water supply line turnedoff or not connected

* Supply line may be clogged with sediment

Moisture forms on outside of refrigerator

• Not unusualduring periods of high humidity

Moisture collects inside

• Toofrequent or too longdoor openings

• In humidweather,air carries moistureintorefrigeratorwhen doors are opened

Water on floor

• Thedrain in the bottom of _hefreezer may be clogged Remove any ice on lhe freezer boltom and clean thedrain Refer1oCare and Cleaning section

Hot air from bottom of refrigerator

• Normal air flow cooling motor In therefrigeration process_

it isnormalthatheatbe expetted in the area undertherefrigerator

Somefloor coveringswiI1discolor at thesenormal and safe operating temperatures Yourfloor covering suppiiershouldbe consultedif you obiect to _hisdiscoloration

interior light does not work

= No power at outlet

" Lightbulb needsreplacing See Care and Cleaningsection

Refrigeratorhas odor a Foodwith s_rongodors shouldbe tightlycovered

• Checkfor spoiled food

" Interiorneedscleaning Referto Care and Cleaning seclion

• Defrostwater systemneedscleaning

° Keepopen box of baking soda in refrigerator;replace every threemonths

Accessories

Water Filter Accessory

(optional at extra cost)

Your ice cubes can only be as fresbtasting as the water that produces them That's why it's a good idea to purify the water with a water filter

The water filter is an optional port at extra cost and is available from your Sears Service Center Order Filter

No. 978488 and it may be installed in minutes when attached to the inlet water tube connection

Water Supply Accessory Kit

(optional at extra cost)

A water supply kit containing copper tubing, shut-off valve, fittings and instructions needed to connect the icemaker to your cold water fine is also available from your Sears store or Sears Service Center_

Moving Precautions

Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet, remove all food and clean and dry the interior Secure all loose items by taping them securely in place. Keep the refrigerator in

an upright position during actual moving and in the van

Secure the refrigerator in the van to prevent movement, and prolect the outside with a blanket.

Vacation Precautions

For extended vacations or absences, shut off power to the refrigerator, turn the Fresh Food control to the OFF position, and clean the interior wilh a baking soda soIution of one tablespoon of baking soda to one quart of water

Wipe dry To prevent odors, leave an open box of baking soda in the refrigerator, Leave the doors open

For shorter vacations, remove perishable foods and leave controls at their regular se_ingsr However, if room temperature is expected to drop below 60°Fr, follow the

same instructions as for extended vacations.

Set icemaker to the STOP position and shut off water supply to refrigerator

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FULL ONE YEAR

WARRANTY ON REFRIGERATOR

For one year from date of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Sears will repair this refrigerator, free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship°

FU LL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY

ON SEALED REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

For five years from date of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according to owner's instructions attached to or furnished with the product,

Sears will repair the sealed system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting tubing and compressor motor), free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship.

The above warranty coverage applies only to refrigerators which are used for storage of food for private household purposes_

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE

NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights,

and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state.

SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept. 817WA, 3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, it 60179

SEARS SERVICE IS AT YOUR SERVICE

Your Kenmore has added value when you consider that Sears has nationwide service units staffed by

Sears-trained technicians.° .professional

technicians

specifically trained to service SEARS appliances, having the parts, tools and equipment to insure that we meet our pledge to you..."We Service What We Sell."

FOR SERVICE CALL: 1-800-4_REPAIR

ADD TO THE VALUE OF YOUR KENMORE,

BUY A SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

Sears Kenmore refrigerators are designed, built and tested for years of dependable use. Yet any modern appliance may need service from time to time. The

Sears warranty plus the Sears maintenance agreement give protection from unexpected repair bills. Contact your salesperson or nearest service center for details_

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