Kenmore Coldspot 106

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Aiways read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. Ail safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

• DANGER You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t immediately follow instructions.
• WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
  All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, eiectric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions:

• Piug into a grounded 3 prong outiet.
• Do not remove ground prong.
• Do not use an adapter.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Disconnect power before servicing.
• Replace all panels before operating.
• Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
• Use nonflammable cleaner.
• Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.
• Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.
• Disconnect power before installing ice maker {on ice maker kit ready models only).
• Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice or water (on some models).
  SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

• Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator

AWARNING
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are stiil dangerous – even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help prevent accidents.

INSTALLING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Unpacking ‘four Refrigerator

AWARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Removing packaging materials

• Remove tape and glue from your refrigerator before using.
  To remove any remaining tape or giue, 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 aicohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see the “Refrigerator Safety” section.

When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor.
Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it.
Do not wiggle or “walk” the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.

Cleaning before use
After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in the “Caring for Your Refrigerator” section.

Important information to know about glass shelves and covers:
Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when re­moving them to avoid Impact from dropping.

WARNING 

Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for Vi in. (1.25 cm) space on each side and at the top.

• If your refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you leave some extra space at the back for the water line connections. The refrigerator can be flush against the back wall if you do not have an ice maker installed.
• If you are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2 in. (5.08 cm) minimum on each side (depending on your model) to allow for the door to swing open.
  MOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or another heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall below 55″F (IS’C).

WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

• Do not remove ground prong.
• Do not use an adapter.
• Do not use an extension cord.
  Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

Before you move your refrigerator into its finai location, it is important to make sure you have the proper eiectricai connection:

Recommended grounding method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused, grounded electrical supply is required, it is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outiet that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension cord.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or removing a light buib, turn the control, (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Controi depending on the model) to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the eiectricai source and reset the controi (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the modei) to the desired setting.

To remove the base grille: 

1.  Open both refrigerator doors.
2. Place hands along the ends of the grille, with your thumbs aiong the top. Push in with your thumbs and puii up on the bottom.
   NOTE: Be sure to refasten the Tech Sheet behind the base griile after cieaning.

To replace the base grille:

1. Open the doors.
2. Line up the griiie support tabs with the metal clips.
3. Push the griiie firmly to snap it into place.

TOOLS NEEDED: V4 in. hex-head socket wrench, in. hex-head socket wrench and a fiat-head screwdriver.
IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF, unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and any adjustable door or utiiity bins from doors.

ik WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard

• Disconnect power before removing doors.
• Reconnect both ground wires before operating.
• Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

Tools Needed: Vi in. hex-head socket wrench, Vm in. hex-head socket wrench and a flat-head screwdriver.
NOTE: It may only be necessary to remove either the door handle or the doors to get your product through the doorway of your residence. Measure the door opening to determine whether to remove the refrigerator handles or the doors. Handle Removal (optional)

1. Apply firm pressure with your hand on the face of trim. Slide top trim up and bottom trim down away from handle. Lift trim pieces off shoulder screws (see Graphic 1).
   NOTE: Some models include accent pieces between the handle and the handle trim. If your model includes the accents, you will need to carefully remove them with a flat-head screwdriver before removing the handle screws. The accent pieces are optional and can be reinstalled or left off of the handle assembly.
2. Remove handle screws and handles.
   Move the refrigerator into place. Replace handles as shown (see Graphic 1). Door Removal

WARNING 
Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before removing doors.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the power.
2. Open both refrigerator doors. Remove the base grille by pulling up on the bottom outside corners (see Graphic 2).
3. Close both doors and keep them closed until you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.
4. If you have a dispenser (ice or water), disconnect the water dispenser tubing located behind the base grille. Remove hose from clip (see Graphic 3).
   • Disconnect union nut.
   • Remove union nut and spring.
5. Remove top left hinge cover and screws as shown (see Graphic 4). DO NOT REMOVE SCREW 1.
6. Disconnect wiring plug and both ground wires (see Graphic 4).
7. Carefully lift the freezer door straight up off the bottom hinge (see Graphic 5). The water dispenser tubing remains attached to the freezer door and pulls through the bottom left hinge. Make sure you protect the dispenser tubing from damage.
8. Remove top right hinge cover and screws as shown (see Graphic 6). DO NOT REMOVE SCREW 1.
9. Lift the refrigerator door straight up off the bottom hinge.
10. It may not be necessary to remove the bottom hinge to move the refrigerator through a doorway. Both bottom hinges have similar construction.
    • Disassemble the hinges as shown (see Graphic 7). DO NOT REMOVE SCREW 1.

Door and Hinge Replacement

1. Replace both bottom hinges, if removed. Tighten screws.
2. Assistance may be needed to feed the water dispenser tubing through the bottom hinge while reinstalling the freezer door. Carefully feed the dispenser tubing through the bottom left hinge before replacing the door on the hinge.
   NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the top hinges are being replaced. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the doors in place while you are working.
3. Align and replace the top left hinge as shown (see Graphic 4). Tighten screws.
   WARNING
   Electrical Shock Hazard Reconnect both ground wires.
   Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
4. Reconnect both ground wires.
5. Reconnect wiring plug.
6. Replace left hinge cover and screws.
7. Replace the refrigerator door by carefully lifting the door onto the bottom right hinge.
8. Align and replace the top right hinge as shown (see Graphic 6). Tighten screws.
9. Replace hinge cover and screws. Tighten screws.
10. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Door Closing
Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers — one on the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or if you want the doors to close more easily, adjust the refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions below;

1. Move the refrigerator into its final position.
2. The two leveling screws are part of the front roller assemblies which are at the base of the refrigerator on either side (see Graphic 8).
3. Use a screwdriver to adjust the leveling screws. Turn the leveling screw to the right to raise that side of the refrigerator or turn the leveling screw to the left to lower that side. It may take several turns of the leveling screws to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator (see Graphic 8).
   NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws and rollers. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.
4. Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close as easily as you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws to the right. It may take several more turns, and you should turn both leveling screws the same amount.
5. Replace the base grille.
   NOTE: Be sure to refasten the Tech Sheet behind the base grille.

Read all directions carefully before you begin. IMPORTANT;

• If operating the refrigerator before installing the water connection, turn ice maker to the OFF position to prevent operation without water.
• All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.
• Use copper tubing and check for leaks.
• Install copper tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.
• If may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to begin producing ice.

Tools required;

• Standard screwdriver
• Vi6 in. and V2 in. open-end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches
• V4 in. nut driver
• 1/4 in. drill bit
• Hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded)
  NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a
  V4 in. (6.35 mm) saddle-type shut-off valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing­type or 3/16 in. (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

Cold water supply
The ice maker water valve contains a flow washer which is used as a water pressure regulator. The ice maker needs to be connected to a cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 120 psi. If a problem occurs, call your utility company.

Connecting to water line:

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water.
3. Locate a Vi in. to 114 in. (12.7 mm to 3.18 cm) vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator.
   NOTE: Horizontal pipe will work, but the following procedure must be followed: Drill on the top side of the pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill. This also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve.
4. To determine the length of copper tubing you will need, measure from connection on lower left rear of the refrigerator to water pipe. Add 7 ft. (2.1 m) to allow for moving the refrigerator for cleaning. Use 14 in. (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.
5. Using a grounded drill, drill a 14 in. hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.
   1.  Cold Water Pipe
   2. Pipe Clamp
   3.  Copper Tubing
   4. Compression Nut
   5.  Compression Sleeve
   6. Shut-Off Valve
   7. Packing Nut
6. Fasten shut-off valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be sure outlet end is solidly in the 14 in. drilled hole in the water pipe and that washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing, especially if soft (coiled) copper tubing is used. Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing.
7. Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on copper tubing as shown. Insert end of tubing into outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut onto outlet end with an adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.
8. Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink, and turn ON main water supply and flush out tubing until water is clear. Turn OFF shut-off valve on the water pipe. Coil copper tubing.

Connecting to refrigerator:

1. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure the tubing to the refrigerator as shown. This will help prevent damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back against the wall. Move to step 2.
2. Turn shut-off valve ON. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.
   1. Tube Clamp
   2. . Copper Tubing
   3. Compression Nut
   4. Valve Inlet
3. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If local water conditions require periodic cleaning or a well is your source of water supply, a second water strainer should be installed in the Va in. (6.35 mm) water line. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appiiance dealer. Install at either tube connection.
4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Please read before using the water system.
Immediately after installation, follow the steps below to make sure that the water system is properly cleaned.

1. Open the freezer door and turn off the ice maker. For Style 1 lift up the wire shut-off arm as shown. For Style 2 move the switch to the OFF (right) setting as shown.
   NOTE: If your model has a base grille filter system, make sure the base grille filter is properly installed and the cap is in the horizontal position.
2. Flush the water system by dispensing and discarding
   2 to 3 gallons (8 to 12 liters) or approximately 6 to 7 minutes of water after the water begins dispensing. It will take 3 to 4 minutes for the water to begin dispensing. This will clean the system and help clear air from the lines. Additional flushing may be required In some households.
   NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.
3. Open the freezer door and turn on the ice maker. For Style 1 lower the wire shut-off arm. For Style 2 move the switch to the ON (left) position. Please refer to the “Ice Maker and Storage Bin/Bucket” section for further instructions on the operation of your ice maker.
   • Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice.
   • Discard the first three batches of ice produced.
   • Depending on your model, you may want to select the maximum ice feature to increase the production of ice. To do so, set the switch on the front of the ice maker to MAX.
     Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t 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 describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them.
   • If your product is equipped with an ice maker, you will hear a buzzing sound when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker for each cycle.
   • The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends. Also, the Thermostat Control (or Refrigerator Control depending on the model) will click when cycling on and off. Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the water line, or items stored on top of the refrigerator. Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items at the desired temperature. The high-efficiency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run longer than your old one, and you may hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound. Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound. You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments. As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator. Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a popping noise. You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan. You may hear water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle.

USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

In order to ensure proper temperatures, you need to permit air to flow between the two sections. Cold air enters the bottom of the freezer section and moves up. It then enters the refrigerator section through the top vent. Air then returns to the freezer as shown.

Do not block any of these vents with food such as soda, cereal, bread, etc. If the vents are blocked, airflow will be prevented and the temperature controls will not function properly.
IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any odors formed in one section will transfer fo fhe ofher. You must thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To prevent odor transfer from food, wrap or cover foods tightly.

For your convenience, your refrigerator controls are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the controls are still preset. The Refrigerator Control and the Freezer Control should both be at the “mid-settings” as shown in the illustrations below.NOTE: Your product will not cool when the REFRIGERATOR Control is set to OFF.

NOTE: Your product will not cool when the FREEZER Control is set to OFF.

The Refrigerator Control adjusts the refrigerator compartment temperature. Settings to the left of the mid­setting make the temperature less cold. Settings to the right of the mid-setting make the temperature colder.

The Freezer Control adjusts the freezer compartment temperature. Settings to the left of the mid-setting make the temperature less cold. Settings to the right of the mid-setting make the temperature colder. Give your refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator.
IMPORTANT: If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil. Adjusting the Refrigerator and Freezer Controls to a higher (colder) than recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster.

Ac|ostin§ Contit)! Settings

Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. The settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.
If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer, use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments.

C0ND1T10N/REAS0N:
REFRIGERATOR section too warm

• Door opened often
• Large amount of food added
• Room temperature very warm

RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENT; 
Adjust REFRIGERATOR Control one setting higher For Style 1 controls only: after adjusting control, wait 24 hours and then check the freezER temperature

• Air vent blocked by items
  Move packages out of airstream

FREEZER section too warm/ice not made fast enough

• Door opened often
• Large amount of food added
• Very cold room temperature (can’t cycle often enough)
• Heavy ice usage
  Adjust FREEZER Control one setting higher

REFRIGERATOR section too cold

• Controls not set correctly for your conditions

Adjust REFRIGERATOR Control one setting lower
For Style 1 controls only: after adjusting control, wait 24 hours and then check the rreeZER temperature

FREEZER section too cold 

• Controls not set correctly for your conditions
  Adjust FREEZER Control one setting lower

WARNING
Cut Hazard Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice or water. Failure to do so can result in cuts.

Depending on your model, you may have one or more of the following options: the ability to select either crushed or cubed ice, a special light that turns on when you use the dispenser, or a lock option to avoid accidental dispensing.

Hie ice dispenser 
Ice dispenses from the ice maker storage bin in the freezer. When the dispenser lever is pressed:

• A trap door opens in a chute between the dispenser and the ice bin.
• Ice moves from the bin and falls through the chute.
• When you release the dispenser lever, the trap door closes and the Ice dispensing stops. The dispensing system will not operate when the freezer door is open.
  Some models dispense both cubed and crushed ice. Before dispensing ice, select which type of ice you prefer. The button controls are designed for easy use and cleaning.
• For cubed ice, press the CUBE button until the red indicator appears in the window above the CUBE button.

ICE

CRUSH CUBE

• For crushed ice, press the CRUSH button until the red indicator appears in the window above the CRUSH button.
  For crushed ice, cubes are crushed before being dispensed. This may cause a slight delay when dispensing crushed ice. Noise from the ice crusher is normal, and pieces of ice may vary in size. When changing from CRUSH to CUBE, a few ounces of crushed ice will be dispensed along with the first cubes.

To dispense ice:

1. Press button for the desired type of ice.
2. Press a sturdy glass against the ice dispenser lever. Hold the glass close to the dispenser opening so ice does not fall outside of the glass.
   IMPORTANT: You do not need to apply a lot of pressure to the lever in order to activate the ice dispenser. Pressing hard will not make the ice dispense faster or in greater quantities.
3. Remove the glass to stop dispensing.
   NOTE: The first few batches of ice may have an off-flavor from new plumbing and parts. Throw the ice away. Also, take large amounts of ice from the ice bin, not through the dispenser.

The water dispenser
If you did not flush the water system when the refrigerator was first installed, press the water dispenser bar with a glass or jar until you draw and discard 2 to 3 gallons (8 to 12 liters) or approximately 6 to 7 minutes of water after water begins dispensing. It will take 3 to 4 minutes for the water to begin dispensing. The water you draw and discard cleans the system and helps clear air from the lines. Allow several hours for the refrigerator to cool down and chill water.

IMPORTANT: Depending on your model, the small removable tray at the bottom of the dispenser is designed to catch small spills and allow for easy cleaning. There is no drain in the tray. The tray can be removed from the dispenser and carried to the sink to be emptied or cleaned.

To dispense water:

1. Press a glass against the water dispenser lever.
2. Remove the glass to stop dispensing.
   NOTE: Dispense enough water every week to maintain a fresh supply.

The dispenser light
The dispenser area has a light. It can be turned on manually by pressing the ON button at the right hand side of the control panel. The red indicator above the ON button will appear. On some models: Whenever you use the dispenser the lever will automatically turn the light on.

LIGHT

NOTE: See the “Changing the Light Bulbs” section for information on changing the dispenser light bulb.
On models without crushed ice, the light switch is a rocker-style type. Push the switch to turn the light on, and push again to turn the light off.

The dispenser lock (on some models)
Your dispenser can be turned off for easy cleaning or to prevent accidental dispensing by small children and pets. To turn off the dispenser, press the LOCK button. The indicator will appear above the LOCK button and the ice and water dispensers will not work. To unlock the dispenser, press the UNLOCK button until the indicator appears. Then continue to dispense ice or water as usual.

DISPENSER

PCtCK UNLOCK

NOTE: The lock feature does not shut off power to the product, to the ice maker, or to the dispenser light. It simply deactivates the dispenser levers.

The base grille water filter stains light
The vi/ater filter status iight will help you know when to change your water fiiter cartridge. The iight is iocated at the top of the refrigerator compartment. The right wiil change from green to yellow. This telis you that it is almost time to change the water filter cartridge (90% of the fiiter iife has been used), it is recommended that you repiace the base griile water filter cartridge when the water fiiter indicator light changes to red OR water fiow to your water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably. (See “Changing a base griiie water fiiter cartridge” iater in this section.)
NOTE: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.

1. Ststus Light
2. Light Switch

After changing the water fiiter cartridge, reset the water filter status light by pressing the light switch 5 times within 10 seconds. The status iight wiil change from red to green when the system is reset.

Non-indicator water filter (on some models)
If your refrigerator does not have the water filter status light, you should change the water fiiter cartridge every 6-9 months depending upon your usage. If the water flow to the water dispenser or icemaker decreases noticeably before 6 months have passed, replace the water filter cartridge more often. (See “Changing a base water filter cartridge” later in this section.)

Changing a base grille water filter cartridge
The base grille water filter is located below the freezer compartment door.

1. Locate the water fiiter cartridge cap in the front base grille below the freezer compartment door. Rotate the cap
   counterclockwise to a vertical position and pull the cap and fiiter cartridge out through the base grille.
   NOTE: There will be water in the cartridge. Some spilling may occur.
2. Remove the cartridge cap by sliding it off the end of the old cartridge. The cap will slide to the left or right. DO NOT DISCARD THE CAP.
3. Take the new cartridge out of its packaging and remove protective cover from o-rings.
4. Slide the cartridge cap onto the new cartridge as shown above in Step 2.
5. With the cartridge cap in the vertical position, push the new filter cartridge into the base grille until it stops. Rotate the cartridge cap clockwise to a horizontal position.
6. Flush the water system by dispensing and discarding 2 to 3 gallons (8 to 12 liters) or approximately 6 to 7 minutes of water through the dispenser. This will clean the system and help clear air from the lines. Additional flushing may be required in some households.
   NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.

Using the dispenser without the water filter
You can run the dispenser without a water filter cartridge. Your water will not be filtered. If you run the dispenser without a water filter cartridge, keep the cartridge cap and replace it in the base grille for future use.

1. Remove the base grille water filter cartridge (See “Changing a base grille water filter cartridge” earlier in this section.) Then slide the cartridge cap off the end of the filter cartridge. DO NOT DISCARD THE CAP.
2. With the cartridge cap in the vertical position, insert the cap into the base grille until it stops.
3. Rotate the cartridge cap to a horizontal position as shown in step 5.
   NOTE: The cartridge cap may not be even with the base grille.

ice Maker and Storage Bin^uclcet

fc>n some riioclels ~ Accessory 

To turn the ice maker on/off: (Style 1)
The on/off switch for the ice maker is a wire shut-off arm located on the side of the ice maker.

1. To turn the ice maker on, simply lower the wire shut-off arm.
   NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shut-off. As ice is made, the ice cubes will fil! the ice storage bin and the ice cubes will raise the wire shut-off arm to the OFF (arm up) position.
2. To manually turn the ice maker off, lift the wire shut-off arm to the OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click to make sure the ice maker will not continue to operate.
   • Normal Ice Production: In normal ice production mode, the ice maker should produce approximately 7 to 9 batches of ice in a 24-hour period. If ice is not being made fast enough, turn the Freezer Control toward a higher (colder) number in half number steps. (For example, if the control is at 3, move it to between 3 and 4.) Wait 24 hours and, if necessary, gradually turn the Freezer Control to the highest setting, waiting 24 hours between each increase.
   • Maximum Ice Production (on some models): In maximum ice production, the ice maker should produce approximately 10 to 14 batches of ice in a 24-hour period. If your refrigerator has the maximum ice production feature, push the switch to MAX.

To remove and replace the ice bin: (Style 1)

1. Pull the covering panel out from the bottom and then slide it back toward the rear.
2. Lift the wire shut-off arm so it clicks into the OFF (up) position. Ice can still be dispensed, but no more can be made.
3. Lift up the front of the storage bin and pull it out.
4. Replace the bin by pushing it in all the way or the dispenser  will not work. Push the wire shut-off arm down to the ON position to restart ice production. Make sure the door is closed tightly.

To turn the ice maker on/off: (Style 2)
The ON/OFF switch is located on the top right side of the freezer compartment.

1. To turn the ice maker on, slide the control to the ON (left) position.
   NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shut-off. The ice maker sensors will automatically stop ice production but the control will remain in the ON (left) position.
2. To manually turn the ice maker off, slide the control to the OFF (right) position.

To remove and replace ice bucket:

1. Place four fingers in bucket base opening and rest thumb on the release button.
2. Holding the base of the bucket with both hands, depress the release button and lift the bucket up and out. It is not necessary to turn the ice maker control to the OFF (right) position. The ice maker will not produce ice without the bucket installed in the door.
   • Normal Ice Production should produce approximately 7 to 9 batches of ice in a 24-hour period.

To care for ice storage bin or bucket: 

1. Empty the ice container. Use warm water to melt the ice if necessary. Never use anything sharp to break up the ice in the bin or bucket. This can cause damage to the ice container and the dispenser mechanism.
2. Wash ice bin or bucket with a mild detergent, rinse well and dry thoroughly. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners or solvents.

REMEM8ER:

• Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice.
• Discard the first three batches of ice produced to avoid impurities that may be flushed out of the system.
• The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the water supplied to your ice maker.
• Avoid connecting the ice maker to a softened water supply. Water softener chemicals (such as salt) can damage parts of the ice maker and lead to poor quality ice. If a softened water supply cannot be avoided, make sure the water softener is operating properly and is well maintained.
• It is normal for the ice cubes to be attached at the comers. They will break apart easily.
• For Style 1, do not force the wire shut-off arm up or down.
• Do not store anything on top or in the ice maker or ice bin or bucket.

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES

Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled with the word “Accessory.” Not all accessories will fit all models. If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please call the toll-free number on the cover or in the “Assistance or Service” section.

Important information to know about giass shelves and covers;
Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when re­moving them to avoid impact from dropping.

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, and save energy.

Slide-out Shelves {on some models}

• To slide out shelf, carefully pull front of shelf toward you.
• To slide in shelf, push shelf in until it stops.

To remove and replace a shelf in a metal frame:

1. Pull the shelf forward to the stop.
2. Tilt the front of the shelf up and lift it slightly as you pull the shelf from the frame.
3. Replace the shelf by guiding it back into the slots on the frame and pushing the shelf in past the stop.

Shelves and Shelf Frames
To remove and replace a shelf/frame:

1. Remove the shelf/frame by tilting it up at the front and lifting it out of the shelf supports.
2. Replace the shelf/frame by guiding the rear shelf hooks into the shelf supports. Tilt the front of the shelf up until rear shelf hooks drop into the shelf supports.
3. Lower the front of the shelf and check to make sure that the shelf is securely in position.

To slide the shelf from side to side: 

1. Lift up on the front of shelf and slide to the desired location.
2. Lower shelf to the level position.
   NOTE: You do not have to remove small items from the shelf before moving it from side to side. You may need to remove larger items.

To remove the shelf;
NOTE: The shelf is heavy and must be removed using both hands.

1. Hold the back of the shelf with one hand.
2. Lift the front of the shelf with the other hand to a 45° angle and lower it slightly to release it from the upper channel of the track. Pull the shelf straight out.

To remove and replace the shelf track:

1. Remove the shelf track by lifting both sides of the track slightly and pulling the track straight out.
2. Replace the track by guiding the track hooks into the shelf support slots on the back wall.
   NOTE: Make sure that both sets of track hooks are in the slots and that the slots are parallel with each other.
3. Push the track back and down securely into the shelf supports.

To replace the shelf:
NOTE: Make sure that both of the rear shelf slides are securely in the track before letting go of the shelf. The lateral shelf may be difficult to install if the track is placed too close to the refrigerator ceiling. Reposition the track on a lower rung until the shelf can be tilted enough to easily slide into the track.

1.  Hold the shelf at the front and tip the front at a 45″ angle to the track.
2. Insert both of the rear shelf slides into the upper channel of the track, and lower the front of the shelf into place.

Flip-up Shei

fon some models)

1. To raise the shelf, pull forward on the lever located at the bottom front of the shelf and lift until the shelf locks into the vertical position.
2. To lower the shelf, lower the shelf until it is latched securely in place.

To raise and lower the shelf: 

1. Raise the shelf by first sliding it back and down to make it half-width. (You can use the shelf in this position to allow taller items to be stored on the shelf below.)
2. Lift the front of the shelf until it fits securely in place against the back wall.
3. Lower the shelf securely back into position.
4. Pull the front of the shelf forward until it fits into place.

The deli drawer stores raisins, nuts, spreads, and other small items at normal refrigerator temperatures.

To remove and replace the deli drawer:

1. Remove the deli drawer by sliding it straight out to the stop. Lift the front and slide the drawer out the rest of the way.
2. Replace the deli drawer by sliding it back past the stop.

To remove and replace the crisper and convertible vegetable meat drawers:

1. Slide crisper or meat drawer straight out to the stop. Lift the front of drawer with one hand while supporting the bottom of drawer with other hand and slide the drawer out the rest of the way.
2. Replace the crisper or meat drawer by sliding it back in fully past the drawer stop.

To remove and replace the crisper or vegetable/meat drawer covers:

1. Remove the crisper and meat drawer. Press up in center of crisper glass insert until It rises above the plastic frame. Holding the crisper glass firmly carefully slide the glass insert forward to remove.
2. Lift crisper cover frame up and remove. Repeat steps to remove the meat drawer cover.
3. Replace back of meat drawer cover frame into supports on side walls of the refrigerator and lower the front of the cover frame into place.
4. Slide rear of glass insert into cover frame and lower front into place. Repeat steps to replace the crisper cover.

Meat storage guide
Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary. See the following chart for storage times. When storing meat longer than the times given, freeze the meat.

• Fresh fish or shellfish .use same day as purchased
• Chicken, ground beef, variety meat (liver, etc.)..1-2 days
• Cold cuts, steaks/roasts…3-5 days
• Cured meats ..7-10 days
• Leftovers – Cover leftovers with plastic wrap, aluminum foil, or plastic containers with tight lids.

The convertible vegetable/meat drawer can be adjusted to properly chili meats or vegetables. The air inside the pan is cooled to prevent “spot” freezing and can be set to keep meats at the National Livestock and Meat Board recommended storage temperatures of 28“- 32“F (-2°- 0“C).

IMPORTANT: To extend freshness, wrap meats in airtight, moisture-proof materials before storing. Always store meat as recommended.

Adjusting the control

The convertible control comes preset at the lowest meat setting.
To change a control setting: Move the control to the right (colder) or to the left (less cold) as desired.
To store vegetables: Set the control at the VEG setting, all the way to the left, to store vegetables at their optimal storage temperatures (which need to be warmer than those for meat).

IMPORTANT: If food starts to freeze, move the control to the left (less cold). Remember to wait 24 hours between adjustments. Doing so gives the temperature of the food time to change.

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper. Adjust the control to any setting between LOW and HIGH.

• LOW (open) lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins.
  • Fruit: Wash, let dry and store in refrigerator in plastic bag or crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use. Sort and keep berries in original container in crisper, or store in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf.
  • Vegetables with skins: Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store in crisper.
• HIGH (closed) keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.
  • Leafy vegetables: Wash in cold water, drain and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas. Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper.
• Humidity Control on crisper drawer (Style 1 – on left)
• Humidity Control on crisper cover (Style 2 – on right)

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Depending on your model, you may have a one, two or three-piece bin. Eggs may be stored In the egg tray or loose in the bin.

NOTE: Store eggs in a covered container for long-term storage. If your model does not have an egg storage bin, store eggs in their original carton on an interior shelf.

cin some models •Accessor
To remove and replace the wine rack (left) or can/bottle rack (right);

1. Remove the rack by pulling it straight out from the shelf.
2. Replace the rack by sliding it in between the shelf and the wall of the refrigerator.

FREEZER FEATURES

Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled with the word “Accessory.” Not all accessories will fit all models. If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please call the toll-free number on the cover or in the “Assistance or Service” section.

Freezer Shelf

(iiiiiTiber of shelves varies with model}
To remove and replace the shelf:

1. Lift the shelf off of the supports.
2. Slide it out of the shelf support holes.
3. Replace shelf in the reverse order.

Frozen food storage guide
Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of food, the type of packaging or v/rap used (should be 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. Put no more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2-3 lb of food per cubic foot [907-1,350 g per L] of freezer space). Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around packages. Be careful to leave enough room for the door to close tightly. For more information on preparing food for freezing, check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook.

The freezer basket can be used to store bags of frozen fruits and vegetables that may slide off freezer shelves.
To remove and replace the freezer basket:

1. Remove basket by sliding it out to the stop.
2. Lift the front of the basket and slide it out the rest of the way.
3. Replace the basket by positioning it on the side wall guide rails. Lift the basket front slightly while pushing it past the guide rail stops and slide basket in the rest of the way.

DOOR FEATURES

Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled with the word “Accessory.” Not all accessories will fit all models. If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please call the toll-free number on the cover or in the “Assistance or Service” section.

The door rails may be removed for easier cleaning.
Snap-on Door Rails

To remove and replace the rails:

1. Remove the rails by pushing in slightly on the front of the bracket while pulling out on the inside tab. Repeat these steps for the other end of the rail.
2. Replace the rails by aligning the ends of the brackets with the buttons on the sides of the door liner. Firmly snap bracket and rail assembly onto the tabs above the shelf as shown.

Drop-in Door Rails
To remove and replace the rails:

1. Remove the rails by pulling straight up on each end of the rail.
2. Replace the rails by sliding the shelf rail into the slots on the door and pushing the rail straight down until it stops.

Door Bins

To remove and replace the bins:

1. Remove the bin by lifting it up and pulling it straight out.
2. Replace the bin by sliding it in above the desired support and pushing it down until it stops.

To remove and replace the rack:

1. Remove the rack by lifting it up and pulling straight out.
2. Replace the rack by holding it above the desired support and pushing the rack back and down until it stops.

CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Cleaning ‘fmir Refrigerator

AWARNING
Use nonflammable 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 from building up. Wipe up spills immediately.

To clean your refrigerator

1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove all removable parts from Inside, such as shelves, crispers, etc.
3. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.
   • Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets.
   • Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools. These can scratch or damage materials.
   • To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with a mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt. [26 g to .95 L] of water).
4. Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with 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. For additional protection against damage to painted metal
   exteriors, apply appliance wax (or auto paste wax) with a clean, soft cloth. Do not wax plastic parts.
5. Clean the condenser coils regularly. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month. This may help save energy. Style 1 – Condenser coils behind base grille:
   • Remove the base grille (see the “Base Grille” section).
   • Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty.
   • Replace the base grille when finished.
     Style 2 – Condenser coils in back of the refrigerator:
   • Pull refrigerator out away from the wall (see the
     “Unpacking Your Refrigerator” section).
   • Vacuum coils when they are dusty or dirty.
   • Roll refrigerator back into place. Make sure to leave 1 in.(2.5 cm) between the cabinet back and the wall.
   • Check to see if the refrigerator is level.
6. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size and shape. The dispenser light requires a heavy duty 10-watt bulb. All other lights require a 40-watt appliance bulb. Replacement bulbs are available from your dealer.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove light shield when applicable as shown.
   NOTE: To clean a light shield, wash it with warm water and a liquid detergent. Rinse and dry the shield well.
   Remove light bulb and replace with one of the same size, shape and wattage.
   Replace light shield when applicable as shown.
   Plug in the refrigerator or reconnect power.

Dispenser Light (on some models)
Reach through the dispenser area to remove and replace light bulb.

Control Panel Light
Reach behind the refrigerator control panel to remove and replace light bulb.

Crisper Light or Upper Freezer Light (on some models) 

• Remove light shield by grasping the top center of the shield and pulling forward while turning it slightly to one side. If necessary, remove top crisper drawer to access the crisper light shield.
• Replace the light shield by inserting the tabs on one end into the slotted holes in the refrigerator or freezer liner. Then, carefully bend the shield at the center to insert the tabs on the other end.

Upper Freezer Light (on some models)

• Remove the light shield by grasping the sides and squeezing in tow/ards the center and while pulling forward the shield.
• Replace the light shield by fitting the tabs into the slotted holes in the freezer liner. Push in the shield until it snaps into place.

Lower Freezer Light Beneath Ice Bin (on some models)

• Remove the light shield by grasping the sides and squeezing in towards the center. Once the side hooks of shield are free from the freezer lining, pull down the shield.
• Replace the light shield by squeezing the sides towards the center and inserting the side hooks into the slotted holes. Once the side hooks are in place, snap the front tab into the slotted hole.

Lower Freezer Light Behind Top Freezer Basket (on some models)

• Remove the top freezer basket. Remove light shield by grasping the top and bottom center of the shield and pulling forward while turning it slightly to one side until one of the side tabs become free. Pull out tab from other end and remove shield.
• Replace the light shield by inserting the tabs on one end into the slotted hole in the freezer liner. Then, carefully bend the shield at the center to insert the tabs on the other end.

If the electricity in your house goes off, call the power company and ask how long it will be off.

1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep both refrigerator doors closed to help food 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.
   • b) Place 2 lbs. (907 g) of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot (28 L) of freezer space. This will keep the food frozen for two to four days.
   • If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available, consume or can perishable food at once.
     REMEMBER: A full freezer stays cold longer than a partially filled one. A freezer full of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked goods. If you see that food contains ice crystals, it may be refrozen, although the quality and flavor may be affected. If the condition of the food is poor, dispose of it.

Vacations

If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you’re away,

use these steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave.

1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.
2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
   • Raise wire shut-off arm to OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting.
   • Shut off water supply to the ice maker.
3. 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. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker;
   • Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time.
   • When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shut-off arm to the OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting.
     Depending on your model, turn the Thermostat Control or Refrigerator Control to OFF. See the “Setting the Controls” section.
3. Clean the refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well.
4. 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.
   Moving

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

1. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker;
   • Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time.
   • Disconnect the water line from the back of the refrigerator.
   • When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shut-off arm to the OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting.
2. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice.
3. Empty the ice bin.
4. Depending on your model, turn the Thermostat Control or Refrigerator Control to OFF. See the “Setting the Controls” section.
5. Unplug the refrigerator.
6. Empty water from the defrost pan.
7. Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.
8. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them together so they don’t shift and rattle during the move.
9. Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the leveling legs so they don’t scrape the floor. See the “Door Closing” or “Leveling Your Refrigerator” section.
10. Tape the doors shut and the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet.
    When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the “Installing Your Refrigerator” section for preparation instructions. Also, if your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, remember to reconnect the water supply to the refrigerator.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

Your refrigerator will not operate

• Is the power supply cord unplugged?
  Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet
• Has a household fuse or circuit breaker tripped?
  Replace the fuse or reset the circuit.
• Is the refrigerator or freezer control turned to the OFF position?
  Refer to the “Setting the Controls” section.
• Is the refrigerator defrosting?
  Recheck to see if the refrigerator is operating in 30 minutes. Your refrigerator will regularly run an automatic defrost cycle.

Hie lights do not work 

• Is the power supply cord unplugged?
  Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
• Is a light bulb loose in the socket?
  Turn the refrigerator or freezer control to OFF. Disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical supply. Gently remove the bulb and reinsert. Then reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical supply and reset the control.
• Is a light bulb burned out?
  Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage, size, and shape. See the “Changing the Light Bulbs” section.

Hiere is water in the defrost drain pan

• Is the refrigerator defrosting?
  The water will evaporate. It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan.
  Is it 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.

TTie motor seems to run too much

• Is the room temperature hotter than normal?
  Expect the motor to 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 of the time.
• Has a large amount of food just been added to the refrigerator?
  Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. It is normal for the motor to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down.
• Is the door opened often?
  Expect the motor to run longer when this occurs. 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.
• Are the controls not set correctly for the surrounding conditions?
  Refer to the “Setting the Controls” section.
• Are the doors not closed completely?
  Push the doors firmly shut. If they will not shut all the way, see “The doors will not close completely” later in this section.
  Are the condenser coils dirty?
  This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder. Clean the condenser coils. Refer to the “Cleaning Your Refrigerator” section.
  Are the door gaskets not sealed all the way around?
  Contact a qualified person or a technician.
  NOTE: If the problem is not due to any of the above, remember that your new refrigerator will run longer than your old one due to its high efficiency motor.

The refrigerator seems to make too much noise

• The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator.
  Refer to the “Understanding Sounds You May Hear” section.

The ice maker is not producing ice

• Is the freezer temperature not cold enough to produce ice? 
  Wait 24 hours after ice maker hook-up for ice production. Refer to the “Setting the Controls” section.
• Is the ice maker wire shut-off arm in the OFF (wire shut­off arm up) position (on some models)?
  Lower wire shut-off arm to the ON (wire shut-off arm down) position. See the “Ice Maker and Storage Bin/Bucket” section.
• Is the ice maker switch in the OFF (right) position (on some models)?
  Move ice maker switch to the ON (left) position. See the “Ice Maker and Storage Bin/Bucket” section.
• Is the water line shut-off valve to the refrigerator not turned on?
  Turn on the water valve. See the “Connecting the Refrigerator to a Water Source” section.
• Is an ice cube Jammed in the ice maker ejector arm?
  For models with an interior ice bin, remove the ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil. For models with an ice bucket located on the freezer door, access the ice maker by depressing the ice sensor door on the upper left side of the freezer interior. While depressing the sensor door, lift the ice maker service door and remove the ice from the ejector with a plastic utensil. Refer to the “Ice Maker and Storage Bin/ Bucket” section.
• Does the ice maker mold have water in it?
  Check to see if your refrigerator has been connected to your home water supply and the supply shut-off valve is turned on. Refer to the “Connecting the Refrigerator to a Water Source” section.
  NOTE: If not due to any of the above, there may be a problem with the water line. Call for service.

The ice maker is producing too little ice

• Has the ice maker Just been installed?
  Walt 72 hours for full ice production to begin. Once your refrigerator is cooled down, the ice maker should begin producing 70 to 120 cubes every 24 hours.
• Has a large amount of ice just been removed?
  Allow 24 hours for ice maker to produce more ice.
• Are the controls set correctly?
  Refer to the “Setting the Controls” section.
• Is the water shut-off valve turned completely on?
  Turn valve on fully. Refer to the “Connecting the Refrigerator to a Water Source” section.
• Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator?
  The filter may be clogged or Installed Incorrectly. First, check the filter Installation instructions to ensure that the filter was installed correctly and is not clogged. If installation or clogging is not a problem, call a qualified person or a technician.

Off-taste, odor or grey color in die ice

• Are the plumbing connections new, causing discolored or off-flavored ice?
  Discard the first few batches of ice.
• Have the ice cubes been stored for too long?
  Throw old ice away and make a new supply.
• Does the freezer and ice bin or bucket need to be cleaned?
  See the “Cleaning Your Refrigerator” or “Ice Maker and Storage Bin/Bucket” section.
• Has food in the freezer or refrigerator been wrapped properly?
  Use airtight, moisture-proof packaging to help prevent odor transfer to stored food.
• Does the water contain minerals (such as sulfur)?
  A filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals.
• Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator?
  Grey or dark discoloration in ice indicates that the water filtration system needs additional flushing. Run additional water through the water dispenser to flush the water filtration system more thoroughly (at least 2 to 3 gallons (8 to 12 L) or 6 to 7 minutes initially). Discard discolored ice.

The ice dispenser will not operate properly

• Is the freezer door closed completely?
  Push the door firmly shut. If it will not shut all the way, see “The doors will not close completely” later in this section.
• Is the ice bin or bucket installed correctly?
  For models with an interior ice bin, push the ice bin in all the way. If the ice bin does not go in all the way, it may not be put in straight. Pull it out and try again. For models with an ice bucket located on the freezer door, the bucket should sit level. To remove the bucket, press the release button on the right side of the bucket and lift straight up. Replace the bucket in the door making sure it is properly aligned and snapped securely into place. Refer to the “Ice Maker and Storage Bin/Bucket” section.
• Has the wrong ice been added to the bin or bucket?
  Use only cubes produced by the current ice maker. If other cubes have been added, remove all cubes and check to see that none have become stuck in the delivery chute.
• Has the ice frozen in the ice bin or bucket?
  Shake the ice bin or bucket to separate cubes. It cubes do not separate, empty bin or bucket and wait 24 hours for ice to restock.
• Has the ice melted around the auger (metal spiral) in the ice bucket?
  Dump the ice cubes and clean the ice bucket completely. Allow 24 hours for the ice maker to restock. Do not try to remove the melted ice with a sharp object. You could damage the ice bucket.
• Is ice stuck in the delivery chute?
  Clear the ice from the delivery chute with a plastic utensil. Do not use anything sharp to remove the ice. You could cause damage.
• Is the ice dispenser stalling while dispensing “crushed” ice?
  Stop dispensing ice. Change the ice button from “crushed” to “cubed”. Depress the ice dispenser arm using a sturdy glass. It cubed ice dispenses correctly, depress the button for “crushed” ice and begin dispensing again. Refer to the “Water and Ice Dispensers” section.
• Is there ice in the bucket?
  See “The ice maker is not producing ice” earlier in this section.
• Has the dispenser arm been held in too long?
  Release dispenser arm. Ice will stop dispensing when the arm is held in too long. Wait three minutes for dispenser motor to reset before using again. (For future use, take large amounts of ice directly from the ice bin or bucket, so that the dispenser arm is not held in too long.)

Ice bucket difficult to remove

• Is the ice bucket difficult to remove (on some models)?
  For models with an ice bucket located on the freezer door, select “cubed” ice. Using a sturdy glass, quickly depress and release the ice dispenser arm. Open the freezer door, depress the release button on the ice bucket and lift upward. Refer to the “Ice Maker and Storage Bin/Bucket” section.

Hie water dispenser will not operate properly

• Is the freezer door not closed completely?
  Push the door firmly shut. It it wil! not shut all the way, see “The doors will not close completely” later in this section.
• Has the water system not filled?
  The water system needs to be filled the first time it is used. Depress the water dispenser bar with a large container until you draw 2 to 3 gallons (8 to 12 L) of water. Discard water. Refer to the “Water and Ice Dispensers” section.
• Is the water shut-off valve not turned on or the water line connected at the source?
  Check to be sure the water shut-off valve is turned on and the water source is connected to the refrigerator. Refer to the “Connecting the Refrigerator to a Water Source” section for directions.
• Is the water shut-off valve clogged or incorrectly installed?
  Refer to the “Connecting the Refrigerator to a Water Source” section. If clogging or installation is not a problem, call for service or contact a plumber.
• Is there a kink in the home water source line?
  It you find or suspect a kink in the water line, call for service.
• Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator?
  The filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed. First, check the filter installation instructions to ensure that the filter was installed correctly and is not clogged. If instaliation or clogging is not a problem, call for service.
  Water or ice is lealdng from the dispenser
• Is the glass not being held under the ice dispenser long enough, causing the ice to spill?
  Hold the container under the ice chute for two to three seconds after releasing the dispenser lever. A small amount of ice may dispense after the lever is released.
• Is the glass not being held under the water dispenser long enough, causing water to drip?
  Hold the container under the water dispenser two to three seconds after releasing the dispenser lever. Water may continue to dispense during this time.
  Is an ice cube stuck in the chute and holding the trap door open?
  Remove the cube.
• Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator?
  The water filtration system may have air in the lines, causing water to drip. Additional flushing may help clear air from the lines. Normal dispenser use should flush air from the lines within 24 to 72 hours.

Water flow from the dispenser decreases noticeably
Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator?
The filter may be full or incorrectly installed. Depending on your model, remove the water filter cartridge (see the “Base Grille Water Filtration and Monitoring System or Interior Water Filtration System” section.) Operate the dispenser. If the water flow increases noticeably, your filter is full and needs to be replaced.

Hie dispenser water is not cool enough

• Has the refrigerator been newly Installed?
  Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool completely.
• Has a large amount of water been recently dispensed?
  Allow 24 hours for the water to cool completely.
• Has water not been recently dispensed?
  The first glass of water may not be cool. Discard the first glass of water.

Hie divider between the two compartments is warm
The warmth is probably due to normal operation of the automatic exterior moisture control. If still concerned, call for service.

Temperature is too warm

• Are the air vents blocked In either compartment?
  This prevents the movement of cold air from the freezer to the refrigerator. Remove any objects from in front of the air vents. Refer to the “Ensuring Proper Air Circulation” section for the location of air vents.
• Are the door{s) opened often?
  Be aware that the refrigerator will warm when this occurs. 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.
• Has a large amount of food just been added to the refrigerator or freezer?
  Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. It can take several hours for the refrigerator to return to the normal temperature.
• Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding conditions?
  Refer to the “Setting the Controls” section.

There is interior moisture build-up

• Are the air vents blocked in the refrigerator?
  Remove any objects from in front of the air vents. Refer to the “Ensuring Proper Air Circulation” section for the location of air vents.
• Are the door{s) opened often?
  To avoid humidity build-up, 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. (When the door is opened, humidity from the room air enters the refrigerator. The more often the door is opened, the faster humidity builds up, especially when the room itself is very humid.)
• Is the room humid?
  It is normal for moisture to build up inside the refrigerator when the room air is humid.
• Is the food packaged correctly?
  Check that all food is securely wrapped. Wipe off damp food containers before placing in the refrigerator.
• Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding conditions?
  Refer to the “Setting the Controls” section.
• Was a self-defrost cycle completed?
  It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the refrigerator self-defrosts.

The doors will not close completely

• Are food packages blocking the door open?
  Rearrange containers so that they fit more tightly and take up less space.
• Is the ice bin or ice bucket out of position?
  For models with an interior ice bin, push the ice bin in all the way. If the ice bin does not go in all the way, it may not be put in straight. Pull it out and try again. For models with an ice bucket located on the freezer door, the bucket should sit level. To remove the bucket, press the release button on the right side of the bucket and lift straight up. Replace the bucket in the door making sure it is properly aligned and snapped securely into place. Refer to the “Ice Maker and Storage Bin/Bucket” section.
• Are the pans, shelves, bins, or baskets out of position?
  Put the crisper cover and ail pans, shelves, bins, and baskets back into their correct positions. See the “Crisper and Crisper Cover” section for more information.
• Are the gaskets sticking?
  Clean gaskets according to the directions in the “Cleaning Your Refrigerator” section.
• Does the refrigerator wobble or seem unstable?
  Level the refrigerator. Refer to the “Door Closing” or “Leveling Your Refrigerator” section, depending on your model.
• Were the doors removed during product installation and not properly replaced?
  Remove and replace the doors according to the “Removing the Doors” section on some models, or call a qualified service technician.

The doors are difficult to open
Are the gaskets dirty or sticky?
Clean gaskets according to the directions in the “Cleaning Your Refrigerator” section.

SEARS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

We Service What We are our assurance to you that you can depend on Sears for service. Your Kenmore appliance has added value when you consider that Sears has service units nationwide, staffed with professional technicians trained on ali appliances Sears sells. They have the knowledge and skills, tools, parts and equipment to ensure our pledge to you that We Service What We sell.

Sears Maintenance Agreement
Maintain the value of your purchase with a Sears Maintenance Agreement. Kenmore appliances are designed, manufactured, and tested for years of dependabie operation. Yet any home appliance may require service from time to time. The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an outstanding service program for your product.

Hie Sears Maintenance Agreement

• is your way to buy tomorrow’s service at today’s prices.
• Eliminates repair biiis resulting from normai use.
• Aliows for as many service caiis as you need.
• Provides an annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request to keep your Kenmore Appiiance in proper running condition.

For more information, call 1-800-827-6655.

Replacement Parts 
To order coil cleaning brush or replacement filters, call 1-800­366-PART and ask for the appropriate part number listed below or contact your authorized Kenmore dealer.

Coil cleaning brush:
Order Part #4210463

Base grille water filter cartridges; Cyst Cartridge:
Order Part #9902 (WF-NLC250 and WF-LC400)

PRODUCT DATA SHEETS

Base Grille Water Filtration System Model WF-NLC250/NLC250
Tested and certified by NSF Internationa! against ANSI/NSF Standard 42 for the reduction of Chlorine (Class I) Taste and Odor and against ANSI/NSF Standard 53 for the reduction of Lead, Cysts and Turbidity.

Capacity; 250 Gallons (946 Liters)
Service Flow Rate: 0.5 GPM (1.89 L/min.) @ 60 psi.

Base Grille Water Filtration System Model WF-LC400/LC400

Tested and certified by NSF International against ANSI/NSF Standard 42 for the reduction of Chlorine (Class I) Taste and Odor and against ANSI/NSF Standard 53 for the reduction of Lead, Cysts and Turbidity.

Tested and certified by NSF International against ANSI/NSF Standard 42 for the reduction of Chlorine (Class I) Taste and Odor and against ANSI/NSF Standard 53 for the reduction of Lead, Cysts and Turbidity.
Service Flow Rate: 0.5 GPM (1.89 L/min.)( 60 psi.

• It is essential that operational, maintenance, and filter replacement requirements be carried out for the product to perform as advertised.
• Model WF-NLC250 Change cartridge at least every 6-9 months. Use replacement cartridge NLC 250, part# 9902. 2000 suggested retail price of $39.95 U.S.A./S49.95 Canada.
• Model WF-LC400 The filter monitor system measures the amount of water that passes through the filter and alerts you to replace the filter. When 90% of the filter’s rated life is used, the filter indicator light changes from green to yellow. When 100% of the filter’s rated life is used, the filter indicator light changes from yellow to red, and it is recommended that you replace the filter. Use replacement cartridge LC400, part# 9902. 2000 suggested retail price of $39.95 U.S.A./$49.95 Canada.
• The product is for cold water use only.
• Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
• Refer to the “Assistance or Service” section for the Manufacturer’s name, address and telephone number.
• Refer to the “Warranty” section for the Manufacturer’s limited warranty.

Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters

• Water Supply City or Well
• Water Pressure 30-120 psi (207 – 827 kPa)
• Water Temperature OS’* -100°F (O.e” – ST.S” C)

‘Test requirement is at least 100,000 particles/ml of AC Fine Test Dust. “Cyst performance is % reduction based on NSF Standard 53. ‘“Test requirement is 0.15 mg/L ± 10%. These contaminants are not necessarily in your water supply. Performance may vary based on local water conditions. NSF is a registered trademark of NSF International

WARRANTY

ONE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON REFRIGERATOR
For one year from the 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.

FIVE-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON SEALED REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
For five years from the 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 refrigeration, connecting tubing, and compressor), free of charge, if defective in materials or workmanship. The above warranty coverage applies only to refrigerators which are used for storage of food for private household purposes and excludes original and replacement Kenmore Filtered Ice & Water filter cartridges (if equipped with the filter system). Original and replacement cartridges are warranted for 30 days, parts only, against defects in material or workmanship.

WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES OR CANADA
. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States or Canada. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.
Warranty terms may vary in Canada. Contact your local Sears Service Center for complete details.

Sears, Roebuck and Co. Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8

In the space below, record your complete model number, serial number, and purchase date. You can find this information on the model and serial number label located on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment. Have this information available to help you obtain assistance or service more quickly whenever you contact Sears concerning your refrigerator.

Model number 106.
Serial number _ Purchase date
Save these instructions and your sales receipt for future reference.

Kenmore 253 series French door refrigerator error codes

These error code explanations can help you diagnose a problem with your Kenmore French-door refrigerator that begins with model number 253.7031.

Kenmore Circular Wave Microwave Instructions

P/N 316495105
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
www.kmart.com

Microwave Hood Combination Warranty
Kenmore One Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to arrange for free repair.

This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this appliance is ever used for other than private family purposes.

This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship, and will NOT pay for:

1. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance.
2. A service technician to clean or maintain the product.
3. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use within the warranty time period, including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.
4. Damage to or failure of the product if it is not installed, operated or maintained according to the all instructions supplied with the product.
5. Damage to or failure of the product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.
6. Damage to or failure of the product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.
7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the product.

Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies

Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Microwave Oven Safety

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your microwave oven. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

DANGER: You will be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions immediately.

WARNING: You can be killed or Seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

A WARNING: To reduce the risk of burns, electric shock, fire, injury to persons, or exposure to excessive microwave energy:
• Read all instructions before using the microwaN4a oven.

• Read and follow the specific “PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY” found on page 5.

• The microwave oven must be grounded. Connect only to properly grounded outlet. See “GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS” found on page 5.

• Install or locate the microwave over only in accordance with the provided installation instructions.

• Some products such as whole eggs in the shell and sealed containers, such as cbsed jars, can explode and should not be heated in the microwave oven.

• Use the microwave oven only for its intended use as described in this manual

• Do not use corrosive chemicals or vapors in the microwave oven. This type of oven is specifically designed to heat, cook, or dry food. It is not designed for industrial or laboratory use.

• As with any appliance, dose supervision is necessary when used by children.

• Do not operate the microwave oven if it has damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• In microwave oven should be serviced only by qualified service personnel. Call an authorized service company for examinatbn, repair, or adjustment.
• See door surface cleaning instructions in the “Caring for Your Microwave Oven” section.
• To reduce the risk of fire in the oven cavity: – Do not overcook food. Carefully an.d to the microwave oven when paper, plastic, or other combustible materials are placed inside the ovento facilitate cooking. – Remove wire twist-ties from paper or plastic bags before placing bags in oven. – If materials inside the oven ignite, keep oven door closed, turn oven off, and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the f use or circuit breaker panel. – Do not use the cavity for storage purposes. Do not leave paper product, cooking utensils, or food in the cavity when not in use.
• This Microwave Oven is suitable for use above both gas and electric cooking equipment.
• This Microwave Oven is intended to be used above ranges with a maximum width of 36 inches (91 cm).
• Clean Ventilating Hoods frequently – grease should not accumulate on hood or filter.
• When flaming foods under the hood, turn the fan on.
• Use care when cleaning the vent-hood filter. Corrosive cleaning agents, such as lye-based oven cleaners, may damage the filter.
• Oversized foods or oversized metal utensils should not be inserted in the microwave oven, as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
• Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical pa a risk of electric shock.
• Do not store anything directly on top of the microwave oven when Me microwave own is in operatMn.
• Do not cover or block any openings on the microwave oven.
• Do not store this microwave own outdoors.
• Do not use the microwave oven near water-for example, rear a kitchen sink, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, or similar location.
• Do not immerse cord or plug in water.
• Keep cord away horn heated surfaces.
• D t let cord hang over edge of table or counter.
• Do not mount over a sink.
• Do cover racks or any other part of the oven with metal foil. Doing so will cause overheating of the overt
• Liquids such as water, coffee, or tea are able to overheat beyond the boiling point without appearing to be boiling due to surface tension of the liquid. Visible bubbling or boiling when the container is removed from the microwave oven is not always present. This could result in very hot liquids suddenly boiling over when a spoon or other utensil is inserted into the liquid. , reduce the risk of injury to persons:
1) Do not overheat the liquid.
2) Stir the liquid before and halfway through heating
3) Do not use straight-sided containers with narrow necks.
4) After heating , allow the container to stand in the J-microwave oven for a short time before removing the container.
5) Um extreme caution when inserting a spoon or other utensil into the container.

PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID POSSIBLE EXPOSURE TO EXCESSIVE MICROWAVE ENERGY

(a) Do not attempt to operate this oven with the door open. Doing so can result in harmful exposure to microwave energy. It is important not to defeat or tamper with the safety interlocks.

(b) Do not place any object between the oven front face and the door, or allow soil or cleaner residue to accumulate on sealing surfaces.

(c) Do not operate the oven if it is damaged. It is particularly important that the oven door closes properly and that there is no damage to the:
(1) Door (bent)
(2) Hinges and latches (broken or loosened)
(3) Door seals and sealing surfaces
(d) The oven should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except for a properly qualified service technician.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
A 120-Volt, 60-Hz, AC-only,15 or 20-amp fused electrical supply is required.A time delay fuse is recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit, serving only this appliance, is provided.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
. For all cord connected appliance:
The microwave oven must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. The microwave oven is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

WARNING: Improper grounding can result in a risk of electric shock. Consult a qualified electrician or service technician if you do not understand the grounding instructions, or if you wonder whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not use an extension cord. If the power supply cord is too short, have a qualified electrician or service technician install an outlet near the microwave oven. • For a permanently connected appliance This appliance has a short power supply cord to reduce the risk of anyone tripping over or becoming entangled in the cord. The microw4te oven must be connected to grounded, metallic, permanent wiring system, or an equipment grounding conductor should be run with the circuit conductors and connected tome equipment grounding terminal or lead on the microwave oven.

Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven

This section discusses the concepts behind microwave cooking. It also shows the basics that you need to
know in order to operate your microwave oven. Please read this information before using your oven.

HOW YOUR MICROWAVE OVEN WORKS
Microwave ovens are safe. Microwave energy is not hot. It causes food to make its own heat, and it is this heat Mat cooks the food.
Microwaves are like TV waves, radio waves, or light waves. You cannot see them, but you can see Me results of what they do.
A magnetron in the microwave oven produces microwaves. The microwaves move into the oven where they canto. food as it turns on the turntable.

The glass turntable of your microwave oven leis microwaves pass though. The microwaves then bounce off a metal floor, back through the glass turntable, and are absorbed by Me food.

Microwaves pass through most glass, paper, and plastics without heating them, so food absorbs the energy. Microwaves bounce off metal containers so food does not absorb the energy.

RADIO INTERFERENCE
Using your microwave oven may cause interference to your radio, TV, or similar equipment. When there is interference, you can reduce it or remove it by:
• Cleaning the door and sealing surfaces of the oven.
• Adjusting the receiving antenna of the radio or television.
• Moving the receiver away from the microwave oven
• Plugging the microwave oven into a different outlet so that the microwave oven and receiver are on different branch circuits.

FOR THE BEST COOKING RESULTS
• Always cook food for Me shortest cooking time recommended. Check to see how the food is cooking. If needed, touch Add 30 Sec while Me oven 0 operating, or after the cooking cycle is over (see the ‘Add 30 Sec’ section).
• Stir, turn over, rearrange the food being cooked about halfway through the cooking time for all recipes. This will help ensure that the food is evenly cooked.
• If you do not have a cover for a dish, use wax paper, or microwave-approved paper towels or plastic wrap. Remember to loco bock a corner of the plastic wrap to vent steam during cooking.
•The metal shelf is used for cooking certain items and should be removed from the microwave oven when not needed. Do not store metal shelf in the microwave oven.

COOKWARE GUIDE
Most heal resistant, nonmetallic cookware is sate for use in your microwave oven. However,. lest cookware before using, follow these steps:
1. Place empty cookware in the microwave oven.
2. Measure I cup (250m1) of water in a glass measuring c, and place it in the oven beside the cookware.
3. Microwave on 1100% power for I minute. If the cookware is warm, rt should not be used for microwave cooking.

NOTE: Some dishes (melamine, some ceramic dinnerware, W.) absorb microwave energy, becoming too hot to handle and slowing cooking time. Cooking in metal containers, not designed for microwave use, could damage the oven, as could containers with hidden metal (twist-ties, foil lining, staples, metallic glow or trim).

OPERATING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Never lean on or allow a child to swing on the door when it is open.
• Use hot pads to handle food containers. Microwave energy does not heat containers, but the heat from Me food can make Me container hot.
• Do not use newspaper or other printed paper in Me oven.
• Do not dry flowers, fruit, herbs, wood, paper, gourds, or clothes in Me oven.
• Do not start a microwave oven when it is empty. This may shorten the life-span of the ave. To practice programming, put a container of water in the oven Sabre starting.
• Do not try to melt paraffin wax in Me oven. Paraffin wax will not melt in a microwave oven because it allows microwaves to pass through it
• Do not operate Me microwave oven unless the glass turntable is securely in Place and can rotate freely. The turntable can rotate in either direction. Make sure the turntable is correct-side up in the oven. Handle your turntable with care when removing it from Me oven to avoid breaking it
• When using o browning dish, Me browning dish bottom must be at least 3/I6 inch above the turntable. Follow the directions supplied with the browning dish.
• Never cook or reheat a whole egg inside the shell. Steam buildup in whole eggs may cause them to burst, and possibly damage the oven. Slice hard-boiled eggs before heating. In rare cases, poached eggs have been known to explode. Cover poached eggs and allow a standing time of one minute before cutting into them.
• For best results, stir any liquid several times during heating or reheating. Liquids heated in certain containers (especially containers shaped like cylinders) may overheat The liquid may splash during or after heating or when adding ingredients (coffee granules, tea bags, etc.). This can harm you or damage the microwave oven.
• Microwaves may not reach the center of a roast The heat spreads from the outer to the center cooked I areas, just as in regular oven cooking. This is one of the reasons Mr letting some Mods (for example, roast: or baked potatoes) stand Mr a while after cooking, or for stirring some foods during Me cooking time.
• D, not deep fry in the oven. Microwavable utensils are not suitable and it is difficult to maintain appropriate deep-frying temperatures.
• Do not overcook potatoes. At the end of the recommended cooking time, potatoes should be slightly firm because they will continue cooking during standing time. After microwaving, . potatoes sand for 5 minutes. They will fin. cooking while standing.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
If your electric power line or outlet voltage is less Man 110 volts, cooking times may be longer. Have a qualified electrician check your electrical system.

SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply :120VAC,60Flz
Paled Power Consumption : 1550W
Microwave Output : 1000W
Rated Current : 14.0A
Overall Dirnensions1WP1P01 : 297/,, 1613/31, 1555
OvenCovityDimensionsiWY1P0) : 2055 x 9134. x I40/r
Capacity of Oven Cavity : 14 Cavity

*IEC 60705 RATING STANDARD
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.

MICROWAVE OVEN FEATURES

The microwave oven is designed to make your cooking experience as enjoyable and productive as possible. To get you up and running quickly, the following is a list of the oven’s basic features:
1. Metal Shielded Window: prevents microwaves from escaping. It is designed as a screen to allow you to view food as it cooks.
2. Model and Serial Number Plate
3. Cooking Guide label

4. Veil. Top
5. Glass Turntable: The turntable reverses rotation each time the microwave oven door is opened and closed. This helps cook food evenly. Do not operate the microwave oven without turntable in place. To Install:
1. Place Me support on the oven cavity bottom.
2. Place the glass turntable on the support. Ft the raised, curved lines in Me center of the turntable bottom between the three spokes of the hub. The rollers on the support should fit inside the lumtable bottom ridge.
6. Cook top Light
7. Grease Fillers: See ‘Caring for Me Fifers’ section.
8. Control Panel: Touch Me pads on this panel to perform all functions.
9. Charcoal Filler: (behind Vent TOP), See “Caring for the Filters’ section.
10. Wave guide Cover: DO NOT REMOVE.

NOTE: Not all models come w8h a charcoal filter.

CONTROL PANEL FEATURES
Your microwave oven control panel lets you select the desired cooking function quickly and easily. All you have to do is touch the necessary Command Pad. The following is a list of all the Command and Number Pads located on the control panel. For more information on these features, see the “Using Your Microwave Oven” section.

1. Display: The display includes a clock and indicators that show the time of day, cooking time settings, cook powers, quantities, weights and cooking functions selected.
la. TIMER: Icon displayed when timer is being set or running.
lb. COOK: Icon displayed when starting microwave cooking.
1c. DEFR: Icon displayed when defrosting food
1d. LOCK: Icon displayed M control lack.
1e. SEE MENU LABEL: Icon displayed when Me menu label inside the microwave oven needs be reference.
1f. PRESS START: Icon displayed when a valid functkm can be started.
lg. kg,oz,lb: Icon displayed when choosing the weight.

2. Time Cook: Touch this pad, followed by Number Pads,. set a cooking time.
3. Auto Cook: Touch this pad cook microwavable foods without entering a cook time or power.
4. Auto Reheat: Touch this pad to reheat microwavable foods without entering a cook time or power.
5. Popcorn: Touch this pad to pop one of three bag sizes of popcorn without entering a cook time or power. Remove metal rack before cooking popcorn.
6. Popcorn: Touch this pad reheat one, two or three slices of pizza without entering a cook time or power.
7. Veggies: Touch this pad t fresh or frozen vegetables without entering a cook time or power.
8. Defrost: Touch this pad, followed by Number Pods,. thaw frozen rm., poultry, ‘fish by weight
9. Potato: Touch this pad to cook up to four potatoes without entering a cook time or power.
10. Beverage: Touch this pad to heat one cup or two cup sized beverages.
11. Number Pads: Touch number pads to enter time, cook power, quantity, weight, or food category.
12a. START: Touch this pad to stop or restart a function.
12b. Add 30 Sec.: Touch this pad to cook for 30 seconds at 100% cook power, or to add extra time to your current cooking cycle.
13. STOP: Touch this pod to erase an incorrect command, cancel o program during cooking, or to clear the Display.
14. Kitchen Timer:Touch this pad to set the kitchen timer.
15. Power level: Touch this pad after the cook time has been set, followed by o Number Pad to set the amount of microwave energy released cook the food. The higher Me number, the higher Me microwave power or ‘cooking
16. Clock 8 Settings! Touch this pad to enter Me corn time of day or set options.
17. Turntable On/Off: Touch this pad to turn on or off the turn able during a cooking cycle OFF or ON will appear in the display.
18.Lite On/Nite/Off:Touch this pod to turn the light on high, nigh (low) or off.
19. Vent Hi/1Lo/Off:Touch this pod to turn Me vent on high, low or off.

Microwave Cooking Tips

Amount of Food
• If you increase or decrease the amount of food you prepare, the time. it takes to cook that food will also change For example, If you double a recipe, add a little more Man half the origin cooking time. Check for readiness and, if necessary, add more time in small increment.

Starting Temperature of Food
• The lower Me temperature of the food being put into the microwave oven, the longer it takes to cook. Food at room temperature will reheat quicker than food at refrigerator temperature.

Composition of Food
• Food with a lot of fat and sugar will heat faster Man food containing a lot of water. Fat and sugar will also reach Si higher temperature Man water in the cooking process. • The more dense the food, the longer it takes to heat ‘Very dame” food, like meat, ices longer to hoot than lighter, more porous food, 11161 sponge cakes.
Size and Shape
• Smaller pieces of food MI cook faster Man larger pieces Also, same shaped pieces cook more evenly than differently shaped pieces.
• With foods Mat have different thicknesses,the thinner ports will cook faster Man Me thicker ports. Place Me thinner ports of chicken wings and legs in Me center of the dish.
Stirring and Turning Foods
• Stirring and turning foods spreads heat quickly to the center of Me dish and avoids overcooking at the outer edges of Me food.
Covering Food
• our food to reduce splattering, shorten cooking times, and keep food moist
You can um any covering at lets microwaves pass through See “Getting to Know Your Microwave Oven• for materials Mat microwaves will poss through
Releasing Pressure in Feeds
• Several foods (for example: baked potatoes, sausages, egg yolks, and some fruits) ore tightly covered by a skin or membrane. Steam con build up under Me membrane during cooking, causing Me food to bunt To relieve Me pressure and to with bursting, pierce them foods before cooking with a fork, cocktail pick, or toothpick.
Using Standing Time
• Always allow food to Vend, either in or out of the oven, offer cooking power stops. Standing time after defrosting and cooking allows be temperature to evenly spread throughout the food, improving Me cooking results. For inside oven standing time you can program a ‘0’ Power second stage of the cooking cycle. See Two-stage Cooking.
• The length of Me standing time depends on how much food you are cooking and how dense it is. Sometimes It can be as short as the time It takes to remove the food from Me own and take it to Me serving table. However, with a larger, denser food item, the standing time may M as long as 10 minutes.

Arranging Food
For best results, place food evenly on the plate. You can do this in several ways:
• If you are cooking several items of the same food, such as baked potatoes, place them in a ring pattern for uniform cooking
• When cooking foods of uneven shapes or thickness, such as chicken recasts, place the smaller or dinner area of the food towards the comer of Me dish where it will be heated last • Layer thin slices of moat on top of each other.
• When you cook or reheat whole fish score the skin – Mb prevents cracking.
• Do not let food or a container touch the top or sides of the own. This will prevent possible arcing. Arcing is o spark Mat can cause damage b Me oven interior.

Using Aluminum Foil
NOTE: Metal containers should not be used in a microwave oven. There are, however, some exceptions. If you hove purchased food prepackaged in an aluminum foil container, refer to the instructions on the package. When using aluminum foil containers, cooking times may be longer because microwaves will only penetrate the top of the food. When using aluminum containers without package instructions, follow these guidelines:
• Place the container in a glass bowl and add some water no that it covers the bottom of the container more than 1/4 in. (.60 cm). This ensures wen heating of the container bottom.
• Always remove the lid to avoid damage to the oven.
• Use only undamaged containers.
• Do not use containers taller than VA in. (1.9 cm).
• The container mutt be at least half filled.
• To avoid arcing, there must be a minimum of 1/4 in. (.60 cm) between the aluminum container and the walls of the oven and also between two aluminum container,
• Always place the container on the turntable.
• Shield, with small pieces of aluminum foil, parts of food that may cook quickly; such as wing tips and leg ends of poultry.
• Heating food in aluminum foil containers usually takes up to double the time compared to reheating in plastic, glass, china, or paper containers. The time when food is ready will vary depending upon the type of container used.
• Let food stand for 2 .3 minutes after heating . that heat is spread evenly throughout container.

Cooking you should not do in your microwave oven
• Do not put canned foods in the oven. Closed glass on may explode, resulting in damage to the overt
• Do not use the microwave oven to sterilize objects (baby bottles, etc.). It Is difficult to keep the oven at the high temperature needed for sterilization.

Using Your Microwave Oven
This section gives instructions for operating each function. Please read this section carefully.

CLOCK & SETTINGS (Control Panel Feature 16)
The microwave oven has settings that allow you to customize the operation for your convince. Below is
the table showing the various settings. Touch the Clock & Settings key multiple times to scroll to the desired setting function.

SETTING CLOCK (Control Panel Feature 16)
The clock can be disabled when the microwave is first plugged in and the STOP key is selected. To re-enable the clock follow clock instructions.

SETTING CONTROL LOCK ON/OFF ( Control Panel Feature 16)

USING CLEAN (Control Panel Feature 16)

TURNING SOUND ON/OFF (Control Panel Feature 16)

SETTING WEIGHT IB/KG (Control Panel Feature 16)

SETTING KITCHEN TIMER (Control Panel Feature 14)

USING VENT FAN (Control Panel Feature 19)

MICROWAVE POWER LEVELS
For best results, some recipes call for different cook powers The lower the cook power, the slower the cooking. Each number from 1 to 9 stands for a different percentage of full cook power. The following table gives the percentage of cook power each number pad stands for, and the cook power name usually used. The table also tells you when to use each cook power. 1Follow recipe or food package instructions if available.

NOTE: Refer to a reliable cookbook for cooking times based on the 1,000 Watt cook power of your microwave oven.

USING AUTO DEFROST

Three defrost sequences are preset in the oven. The auto defrost feature provides you with the best defrosting method for frozen foods. The cooking guide will show you which defrost sequence is recommended for the food you are defrosting.

For added convenience, the Auto Defrost includes a built-in beep mechanism that reminds you to check, turn over, separate, or rearrange the food in order to get the best defrost results. Three different defrosting levels are provided:

def 1. MEAT
def 2. POULTRY
def 3. FISH

Available weight is 0.1-6.0 lbs

NOTE:
The oven will beep during the DEFROST cycle. At this time, open the door and turn, separate, or rearrange the food.Remove any portions that have thawed. Return frozen portions to the oven and touch START to resume the defrost cycle.

OPERATING TIPS
• For best results, remove fish, shellfish, meat and poultry from its original closed paper or plastic package (wrapper). Otherwise, the wrap will hold steam and juice close to the foods, which can cause the outer surface of the foods to cook.
• For best results, roll your ground meat into a ball before freezing. During the DEFROST cycle, the microwave will signal when it is time to tum the meat over. Scrape off any excess frost from the meat and continue defrosting.
• Place foods in a shallow container or on a microwave roasting rack to catch drippings. This table shows food type selection and the weights you can set for each type. For best results, loosen or remove covering on food.

Weight conversion table
You are probably used to measuring food in pounds and ounces that are fractions of a pound (for example, 4 ounces equals 1/4 pound). However, in order to enter food weight in Auto Defrost, you must specify pounds and tenths of a pound.

If the weight on the food package is in fractions of a pound, you can use the following table to convert the weight to decimals.

NOTE: If between two decimal weights, choose the lower weight for the best defrosting results.

AUTO DEFROST TABLE
NOTE: Meat of irregular shape and large, fatty cuts of meat should have the narrow or fatty areas shielded with foil at the beginning of the defrost sequence.
MEAT SETTINGS

AUTO DEFROST TABLE (CONTINUED)
POULTRY SETTINGS

DEFROSTING TIPS
• When using Auto Defrost, Me weight to be entered is the net weight (the weight of the food minus Me container).
• Before starting, make sure to remove any and all metal twist-ties that often come wib frozen food bags, and replace them with strings or elastic bands.
• Open containers, such as cartons, before placing in Me oven.
• Always. or pierce plastic pouches or packaging.
• If food is foil wrapped, remove foil and place food in a suitable container.
• Slit the skin of skinned food, such as sau.ge.
• Bend plastic pouches of food to ensure even defrosting.
• Always underestimate defrosting lime. If defrosted food is still icy in Me center, return B b the microwave oven for more defrosting.
• The length of defrosting time varies according to how solidly the food is frozen.
• The shape of the package affects how quickly food will defrost. Shallow packages will defrost more quickly than a deep beck.
• As food begins to defrost, separate the pieces. Separated pieces defrost more easily.
• Use small pieces of aluminum foil to shield parts of food such as chicken wings, leg tips, fish tails, or areas that start to get warm. Make sure Me foil does not touch the side, p, or bottom of Me oven. The foil can damage the oven lining.
• For better results, let food stand after defrosting. (For more information on standing time, see the ‘Microwave Cooking Tips’ section).
• Turn over food during defrosting or standing time. Break apart and remove food as required.

USING AUTO COOK (Control [Panel Feature 3)

COOKING GUIDE FOR AUTO COOK

USING AUTO REHEAT (Control Panel Feature 4)

COOKING GUIDE FOR AUTO REHEAT

USING QUICK TOUCH
Your microwave has preprogrammed selections to cook food automatically.
SETTING POPCORN (Control Panel Feature 5)

SETTING BEVERAGE (Control Panel Feature 10)

SETTING PIZZA (Control Panel Feature 6)

SETTING VEGGIES (Control Panel Feature 7)

SETTING POTATO (Control Panel Feature 9)

Caring for Your Microwave Oven
In order to ensure that your microwave oven looks good and works well for a long time, you should maintain it properly. For proper care, please follow these instructions carefully.

CARING FOR THE FILTERS
The grease filters should be removed and cleaned often; at least once a month.
NOTE: Models are shipped for recirculating exhaust (To duct air outside reference the Installation Instructions book included with your microwave.). Some models have a disposable charcoal filter installed to help remove smoke and odors. Replacement filters are available from Sears by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME. The charcoal filter cannot be cleaned and should be replaced every 6 to 12 months.

REPLACING THE COOKTOP AND
OVEN CAVITY LIGHTS

Questions and Answers

Troubleshooting
Most cooking problems often are caused by little things that you can find and fix without tools of any kind. Check the lists below and on the next page before calling for assistance or service. If you Will need help, call Sears Service at 1-800-4-MY-HOME.

MICROWAVE OVEN DOES NOT WORK

Sears Service
Master Protection Agreement
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. Here`s what the Agreement* includes:

– Parts and labor need to help keep products operating properly under normal use, not just defects.
Our coverage goes well beyond the product warranty. No deductibles, no functional failure excluded
from coverage – real protection.
– Expert service by a force of more than 10,000 authorized Sears service technicians, which means
someone you can trust will be working on your product.
– Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as often as you want us, whenever you want us.
– “No-lemon” guarantee – replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures
occur within twelve months.
– Product replacement if your covered product can`t be fixed.
-Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request- no extra charge.
-Fast help by phone- we call it Rapid Resolution – phone support from a Sears representative on all
products. Think of us as a “talking owner’s manual.”
– Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations.
– $250 Food loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator or freezer.
– Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised.
– 10% discount off the regular price of any non-covered repair service and related installed parts.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service.
You can call anytime, day or night, or schedule a service appointment online.
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Record Model/ Serial Numbers

Please read and save these instructions
This Use & Care Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use your unit only as instructed in this guide. These instructions are not meant to cover every possible condition and situation that may occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced when installing, operating, and maintaining any appliance.

Record your model and serial numbers below for future reference. This information
is listed in a label located on the lower right exterior wall.

Model Number:________________ 111.
or________________ Serial
Number:________________ Purchase
Date:________________

IMPORTANT
Use only soap and water to clean serial plate.

Important Safety Instructions

Safety Precautions
Do not attempt to install or operate your unit until you have read the safety precautions in this Use & Care Guide. Safety items throughout this manual are labeled with a Danger, Warning, or Caution based on the risk type.

Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

IMPORTANT
Indicates installation, operation, or maintenance information which is important but not hazard-related.

Important Safety Instructions

DANGER
DANGER Risk of fire or explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use mechanical devices to defrost refrigerator. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing. DANGER Risk of fire or explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. To be repaired only by trained service personnel. Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.

CAUTION
CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion. Flammable refrigerant used. Consult repair manual/owner’s guide before attempting to service this product. All safety precautions must be followed.

CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion. Dispose of properly in accordance with federal or local regulations. Flammable refrigerant used.

CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion due to puncture of refrigerant tubing. Follow handling instructions carefully. Flammable refrigerant used.

WARNING
Read all safety instructions before using your new appliance.

For Your Safety

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read product labels for warnings regarding flammability and other hazards.
• Do not operate the unit in the presence of explosive fumes.
• Remove and discard any spacers used to secure the basket during shipping. Small objects are a choke hazard to children.
• Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can cause severe cuts and also destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture.

Child Safety
Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the unit is unpacked. Children should never use these items to play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation.

Proper disposal of your appliance
DANGER: Risk of child entrapment! Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned appliances are still dangerous – even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your appliance, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents.

Before you throw away your old unit:

• Remove lid.
• Leave basket in place within freezer so children may not easily climb inside.
• Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service technician.

Important Safety Instructions

IMPORTANT
Your old unit may have a cooling system that used CFCs or HCFCs (chlorofluorocarbons or hydrochlorofluorocarbons). CFCs and HCFCs are believed to harm stratospheric ozone if released to the atmosphere. Other refrigerants may cause harm to the environment if released to the atmosphere. If you are throwing away your old unit, make sure the refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified technician. If you intentionally release refrigerant, you may be subject to fines and imprisonment under the provisions of environmental legislation.

WARNING
These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety mechanisms in this unit will operate properly.

Electrical Information

• The unit must be plugged into its own dedicated 10 amp, 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 shock hazards. It must be plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. The receptacle must be installed in accordance with local codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician. Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug.
• Immediately repair or replace any power cord that becomes frayed or damaged.
• Never unplug the appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out from the receptacle to prevent damaging the
  power cord.
• Unplug the appliance before cleaning and before defrosting to avoid electrical shock.
• Performance may be affected if the voltage varies by 10% or more. Operating the unit with insufficient power can damage the motor. Such damage is not covered under the warranty.
• Do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to prevent the appliance from being turned off accidentally.
• Avoid connecting unit to a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).

First Steps

This Use & Care Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use the unit only as instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before starting the appliance, follow these important first steps.

Installation

• Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
• For the most efficient operation, the freezer should be located where surrounding temperatures will not exceed 110°F (43°C). Surrounding temperatures of 32°F (0°C) and below will not affect freezer operation.
• Allow space around the unit for good air circulation. Leave a 1-inch space between the back and left side and a wall, and on the right side at least 3 inches between the compressor vent and a wall.

Leveling
The freezer must have all bottom corners resting firmly on a solid floor. The floor must be strong enough to support a fully loaded freezer. If needed, add metal or wood shims between foot pads and floor.

NOTE
It is Very Important for your freezer to be level in order to function properly. If the freezer is not leveled during installation, the lid may be misaligned and not close or seal properly, causing cooling, frost, or moisture problems.

Cleaning

• Wash any removable parts, the freezer interior, and exterior with mild detergent and warm water. Wipe dry. Do not use harsh cleaners on these surfaces.
• Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments, which can scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive labels. Any glue left from the tape can be removed with a mixture of warm water and mild detergent, or touch the residue with the sticky side of tape already removed. Do not remove the serial plate.

Energy Saving Ideas

• The freezer should be located in the coolest area of the room, away from heat producing appliances or heating ducts, and out of direct sunlight.
• Let hot foods cool to room temperature before placing in the freezer. Overloading the freezer forces the compressor to run longer. Foods that freeze too slowly may lose quality or spoil.
• Be sure to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before placing them in the freezer. This cuts down on frost build-up inside the freezer.
• Freezer shelves should not be lined with aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper toweling. Liners interfere with cold air circulation, making the freezer less efficient.
• Organize and label food to reduce lid openings and extended searches. Remove as many items as needed at one time, and close the lid as soon as possible.

Freezer Use

• To turn the freezer on, plug the power cord into a properly grounded 3 prong electrical outlet. The green Power On light located on the temperature control will illuminate.
• For safe food storage, allow four hours after plugging in for the freezer to cool down completely. The freezer will run continuously for the first several hours. Foods that are already frozen may be placed in the freezer after the first few hours of operation. Unfrozen foods should NOT be loaded into the freezer until the freezer has operated for four hours.
• When loading the freezer, freeze only three pounds of fresh food per cubic foot of freezer space at one time. Distribute packages to be frozen evenly throughout the freezer.

Temperature Control

• The temperature control dial is located on the lower front exterior wall. There are 5 positions on the dial. Position 5 is the coldest and 1 is the least cold setting.
• The Recommended Setting, indicated on the dial at position 3, should provide optimum frozen food storage within normal operating conditions in most situations.
• If a colder temperature is desired, turn the control dial pointer toward position 5. Turn the dial pointer toward 1 for a less cold temperature. Adjust the temperature gradually, in small increments, and allow several hours for temperatures to stabilize between adjustments.

Power and Run Lights
The green Power light indicates that the freezer is properly connected to electrical power. The light glows even when the temperature control is turned to OFF. The green Run light illuminates when the compressor is running to reach or maintain the set coldness level in the freezer. If the Power light goes out, refer to Freezer does not run section in the Troubleshooting Guide. If the freezer appears to be operating, the light element may be burned out. To schedule light element replacement, call 1-844-553-6667

Defrost Drain
The defrost drain provides a method of draining the water during defrosting and cleaning. See Defrosting in Care & Cleaning section

Wheels
The right side of the freezer is equipped with wheels so that you can roll the freezer into location. Raise up the left side of the freezer to push the freezer along on the wheels. CAUTION: Obtain the aid of an assistant if the freezer feels too heavy for you to safely lift it up on its left side.

Freezer Lid Handle
There is a built-in recessed handle in the front center of the freezer lid to aid in the raising and lowering of the lid.

CAUTION
Be careful when the freezer lid is raised that it doesn’t close on you while you are inserting or removing items.

Storage Basket
The freezer is equipped with two convenient top storage baskets for smaller items. The baskets rest on the front and back edges of the freezer compartment.

Care & Cleaning

CAUTION
Damp objects stick to cold metal surfaces. Do not touch inferior metal surfaces with wet or damp hands.

Between Defrosting’s
To avoid frequent defrosting, occasionally use a plastic scraper to remove frost. Scrape with a pulling motion. Never use a metal instrument to remove frost.

CAUTION
Freezer must be unplugged (to avoid electrical hazard) from power source when defrosting unit.

Defrosting

WARNING
DO NOT use a sharp or metallic instrument to remove frost from the refrigerator interior, as damage to refrigerant tubing (located behind interior walls) may occur. Tubing damage may allow flammable refrigerant gas leakage, which can result in personal injury.

It is important to defrost and clean the freezer when ¼ to ½ inch of frost has accumulated. Frost may tend to accumulate faster on the upper part of freezer due
to warm, moist air entering when lid is opened. Always unplug freezer, remove food and leave lid open when defrosting. If frost is soft, remove by using a plastic scraper (included). If frost is glazed and hard, place a shallow pan beneath the drain outlet at front of freezer (Fig. 1).
Pull the drain outlet plug forward enough to expose the drain hole in the plug shaft (Fig. 1). Rotate plug so that hole faces straight down. The arrow on the plug will also face straight down (Fig. 2).

Remove the drain plug from the drain hole on the inside bottom left front corner of the freezer (Fig. 4). Defrost water will drain out through the hole in the outside drain plug (Fig. 3). Check pan occasionally so water does not overflow.

Replace the drain plugs when defrosting and cleaning are completed. If the drain is
left open, warm air may enter the freezer

Cleaning the Inside

After defrosting, wash inside surfaces of the freezer with a solution of two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart (1.1 liters) warm water. Rinse and dry. Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning in the area of the controls, or any electrical parts. Wash the removable parts and baskets
with the baking soda solution mentioned above, or mild detergent and warm water.
Rinse and dry. Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any surface. Do not wash removable parts in a dishwasher.

Cleaning the Outside
Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.

Vacation and Moving Tips

WARNING
If leaving the freezer lid open while on vacation, make certain that children cannot get into the freezer and become entrapped.

Short Vacations: Leave the freezer operating during vacations of less than three weeks. Long Vacations: If the freezer will not be used for several months:

• Remove all food and unplug the power cord.
• Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
• Leave the freezer lid open slightly, blocking it open if necessary, to prevent odor and mold growth.

Moving: When moving the freezer, follow these guidelines to prevent damage:

• Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
• Remove foods, then defrost, and clean the freezer.
• Secure all loose items such as base panel, baskets, and shelves by taping them securely in place to prevent damage.
• In a moving vehicle, secure freezer in an upright position to prevent movement. Also protect outside of freezer with a blanket, or similar item.

NOTE
If unit is turned off or unplugged for several hours, do not open freezer lid unnecessarily. This will maintain the coldest temperature inside and reduce the recovery time to desired temperature once the unit is turned back on.

Power Failure/ Freezer Failure

If a power failure occurs, frozen foods will stay frozen for at least 24 hours if the freezer is kept closed. If the power failure continues, pack seven or eight pounds of dry ice into the freezer every 24 hours. Look in the Yellow Pages under Dry Ice, Dairies, or Ice Cream manufacturers for local dry ice suppliers. Always wear gloves and use caution when handling dry ice.
If the freezer has stopped operating, see Freezer does not run in the Troubleshooting Guide. If you cannot solve the problem, call an authorized servicer
immediately. If the freezer remains off for several hours, follow the directions above
for the use of dry ice during a power failure. If necessary, take the food to a local locker plant until the freezer is ready to operate. Look in the Yellow Pages under
Frozen Food Locker Plants.

Before You Call

KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY
WITH PROOF OF SALE the following warranty coverage applies when this appliance is correctly installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions.

One Year on Appliance
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against defects in material or workmanship. A defective appliance will receive free repair. If the appliance cannot be repaired it will be replaced free of charge.

Lifetime on Storage Bins
FOR AS LONG AS IT IS USED from the date of sale, a free replacement will be supplied for a defective refrigerator or freezer compartment storage bin.* If the defect appears within the first year, a new bin will be installed at no charge. If the defect appears after the first year, a new bin will be supplied but not installed at no charge. This Lifetime warranty covers only storage bins, and does not apply to any other related component or mechanism. You are responsible for the labor cost of bin installation after the first year from the date of sale. *Warranty coverage applies to door bins, drawer bins and basket bins. Defects must be verified by a Sears authorized service representative.
For warranty coverage details to obtain free repair or replacement, visit the web page: www.kenmore.com/warranty

All warranty coverage applies for only 90 DAYS from the sale date if this appliance is ever used for other than private household purposes.
This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship, and will NOT pay for:

1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, bags or screw-in base light bulbs.
2. A service technician to clean or maintain this appliance, or to instruct the user in correct appliance installation, operation and maintenance.
3. Service calls to correct appliance installation not performed by Sears authorized service agents, or to repair problems with house fuses, circuit breakers, house wiring, and plumbing or gas supply systems resulting from such installation.
4. Damage to or failure of this appliance resulting from installation not performed by Sears authorized service agents, including installation that was not in accord with electrical, gas or plumbing codes.
5. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, if it is not correctly operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions.
6. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, resulting from accident, alteration, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.
7. Damage to or failure of this appliance, including discoloration or surface rust, caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.
8. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this appliance.
9. Service to an appliance if the model and serial plate is missing, altered, or cannot easily be determined to have the appropriate certification logo.

Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer’s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair or replacement as provided herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. Seller shall not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Transform SR Brands Management LLC, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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Documents / Resources

Kenmore Chest Freezer [pdf] User Guide Chest Freezer, 111.17142 White 14 cu. ft., 111.17182 White 18 cu. ft.

References

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  Best Appliances for Home, Kitchen, Laundry, & Cooking | Kenmore
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  Warranty Information | Kenmore

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