Kenmore Side by side refrigerator User manual

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Side by Side Refrigerator
Use & Care Guide
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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Sears Canada, inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada IVl5B 2B8 www.sea rs.com
241859300 (July 2007)

Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator!
We are very proud of our product and we are completely
committed to providing you with the best service possible.
Your satisfaction is our #1 priority.
We know you'll enjoy your new refrigerator and Thank
You for choosing our product. We hope you consider us
for future purchases.
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
This Owner's Guide provides specific operating
instructions for your model. Use your refrigerator only
as instructed in this manual. 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.
Please record your model and serial numbers
below for future reference. This information is found
on the serial plate located inside the refrigerator
compartment.
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Model Number:_253
or: 97_1
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Welcome& Congratulations.............................................2
Important SafetyInstructions .......................................2-3
Warranty Information........................................................3
ProtectionAgreement.......................................................4
Installation....................................................................5-6
Door RemovalInstructions ...............................................7
FeaturesAt A Glance.........................................................8
TemperatureControls..................................................9-11
Looking Inside..........................................................12-13
Automatic Ice& Water Dispenser.............................14-17
Replacingthe Air Filter....................................................18
FoodStorage & EnergySaving Ideas..............................19
Normal OperatingSounds & Sights................................20
Care& Cleaning........................................................21-22
BeforeYouCall..........................................................23-27
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 refrigerator in the presence of
explosive fumes.
,, Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice
maker.
,, 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
refrigerator 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
REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER
Risk of child entrapment
Child entrapment and
suffocation are not problems of
the past. Junked or abandoned
refrigerators or freezers are
still dangerous - even if they
will sit for"just a few days." If
you are getting rid of your old
refrigerator or freezer, please
follow the instructions below to
help prevent accidents.
Before you throw away your old refrigeratorlfreezer:
• Remove doors.
• Leave shelves in place so children may not easily
climb inside.
Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service
technician.

ELECTRICAL iNFORMATiON
•The refrigerator must be plugged into its own
dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only electric outlet.
The power cord of the appliance is equipped with
a three-prong grounding plug for your protection
against electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged
directly into a properly grounded three-prong
receptacle. 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 refrigerator 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 refrigerator before cleaning and before
replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock.
Performance may be affected if the voltage varies
by 10% or more. Operating the refrigerator with
insufficient power can damage the compressor. Such
damage is not covered under your warranty.
Do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall
switch or pull cord to prevent the refrigerator from
being turned off accidentally.
Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground Fault
Interrupter (GFI) circuit.
KENMORE PRO APPLIANCE WARRANTY
One Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to
all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance
fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within
one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-
HOME ®to arrange for free repair.
LIMITED FIVE YEAR WARRANTY ON SEALED
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
For five years from the date of purchase, when this
appliance is installed, operated, and maintained
according to the instructions supplied with it, Sears
will repair the sealed system (consisting of refrigerant,
connecting tubing, and compressor), free of charge, if
defective in material or workmanship.
If thisappliance is used forotherlhan privatefamily purposes,
this warrantyapplies foronly90 days from the date ofpurchase.
This warranty covers only defects in material and
workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal
use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light
bulbs and bags.
2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct
product installation, operation or maintenance.
3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not
installed, operated or maintained according to all
instructions supplied with the product.
5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from
accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its
intended purpose.
6. Damage to or failure of this 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 this 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 limitations 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 and Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman
Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

MasterProtectionAgreements
Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new
Kenmord_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 needed 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 ifrepair 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.
The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase.
If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty
period, we will provide a full refund. Or, a prorated
refund anytime after the product warranty period expires.
Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices
and additional information in the U.S.A. call 1-800-
827-6655.
* Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full
details call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears professional installation of home appliances,
garage door openers, water heaters, and other major
home items, in the U.S.A. or Canada call 1-800-4-MY-
HOME ®.

ThisOwner'sGuideprovidesspecificoperating
instructionsforyourmodel.Usetherefrigeratoronlyas
instructedinthisUse&CareManual.Beforestarting
therefrigerator,followtheseimportantfirst steps.
LOCATION
• Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical
outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter
plug.
• If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight
and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat
sources.
The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is
level and strong enough to support a fully loaded
refrigerator.
Consider water supply availability for models
equipped with an automatic ice maker.
INSTALLATION
TOE GRILLE INSTALLATION /REMOVAL
1 Open both doors and remove the toe grille by
unscrewing its two mounting screws and gently
pulling forward (see illustration).
2 Replace the toe grille by fitting itinto place and
refastening its mounting screws.
Unscrew
_Mounting
Screws
Installation Clearances
• Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical
connections:
Sides & Top 3/8"
Back 1"
DOOR OPENING
Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy
access to a counter when removing food. For best use of
drawers and freezer baskets, the refrigerator should be in
a position where both the refrigerator and freezer doors
can be fully opened.
LEVELING
All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a
solid floor. Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable
front rollers to help level your unit. To ensure proper door
seal and assist door closing, the refrigerator should be
tilted 1/4" (6 mm), front to back.
To Level Your Refrigerator:
1 Remove toe grille.
2 Use flat-blade screwdriver or 3/8" socket wrench
to adjust front rollers.
Raise
3 Check both doors to be sure seals touch cabinet on
all four sides.

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WARNING
To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personal injury, disconnect the refrigerator from
electrical power before connecting a water supply line to the refrigerator.
CAUTION
To Avoid Property Damage:
•Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply Une.Water supply tubing made of W' plastic is not
recommended since it greatly increases the potential for water leaks. Manufacturer will not be responsible
for any damage if plastic tubing is used for supply line.
• DO NOT install water supply tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing.
. Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the ice maker, if the ice maker is connected to soft
water, ensure that the softener is maintained and working properly.
iMPORTANT
Ensure that your water supply and installation comply with state and local laws and regulations.
Before Installing The Water Supply Line, You Will Need
•Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, fiat-blade screwdriver, and PhllhpsTM screwdriver
• Access to a cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 100 psi (system supphed with cold water only)
• A water supply line made of 14inch (6 4 mm) QD, copper tubing To determine the length of copper tubing needed,
you will need to measure the distance from the ice maker _nletvalve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water
pipe Then add approximately 7 feet (2 1 meters), so the refrigerator can be moved out for cleaning (as shown)
• A shutoffvalve toconnect the water supply line toyour household water system DQ NOT usea self-piercingtype shutoff valve
A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for connecting the water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve
NOTE
A water line kit is available from your appliance dealer at additional cost It contains 25 feet (7.6 meters) of 14inch
OD copper tubing, a saddle type shutoff valve (nonplerclng), (2) 1Ainch brass compression nuts, (2) ferrules/sleeves,
and instructionsfor instalhng a water supply line.
To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve
1 Disconnect refngerator from electnc power source
2 Place end of water supply hne into sink or bucket Turn ON water supply and
flush supply hne until water is clear Turn OFF water supply at shut off valve
3 Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap
4 Shde brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) onto water supply hne,as shown
5 Push water supply hne _ntowater valve _nletas far as it will go (14inch) Shde
ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and finger hghten compression nut onto valve
T_ghten another half turn with a wrench, DO NOT over hghten
6 With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply hne to rear panel of
refngerator as shown
7 Coil excess water supply hne (about 212turns) behind refngerator as shown
and arrange coils so they do not wbrate or wear against any other surface
8 Turn QN water supply at shutoff valve and hghten any connections that leak
9 Reconnect refrigerator to electncal power source
10 To turn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm (see ice maker front cover for ON/
OFF poslhon of arm)
Plastic Water Tubing
to Ice Makel
_'_ F41 Tube
ilnclude enough lublng m loop to allow
moving refrlgera[or ou[ for cleaning j
iMPORTANT
After connecting the water supply, refer to "How to Prime the Water Supply System" for important information about
pnming an empty water supply system.
Your refrigerator's water supply system includes several tubing lines, a water filter, a water valve and a water tank.
To ensure that your water dispenser works properly, this system must be completely filled with water when your
refrigerator is first connected to the household water supply hne

Top
Hinge (
Screw
Tools Necessary:
Phillips head
OR
Adjustable
Wrench
BEFORE YOU START:
Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet.
Remove any food from the door shelves.
Close the doors.
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REMOVE THE HINGE COVER:
Remove the three screws from the cover over the top door hinges.
Pull the cover forward about a half inch and lift it off.
REMOVE THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR:
Trace lightly around the door's top hinge with a pencil. This makes
reinstallation easier.
2 Remove the two screws from the top hinge. Lift the door off of the bottom
hinge and set it aside.
3 Remove the three bottom hinge screws and hinge, if necessary.
TO REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR:
1 Detach the multi-wire cable connector located above the top hinge. Grasp
both sides of the connector firmly and pull apart.
2 Trace lightly around the door's top hinge with a pencil. This makes
reinstallation easier.
3 Detach the water tube from the connector located below the freezer door.
The connector releases when you press its outer sleeve inward.
4 Remove the screws from the top hinge and pull the
multi-wire cable through it.
5 Lift the door off of the bottom hinge. Lay the door
on its side to avoid damage to the water tube
extending from the bottom hinge. Remove the
three bottom hinge screws and hinge, if necessary.
To reinstall the refrigerator and freezer doors, reverse
the above steps.
TO DISCONNECT
t Press outer sleeve
toward connector
ToCONNEC_ ""
insert tube and push until mark _ ng
t°uCheS!ac nge
Assemb:y !Screws

Freezer and Refrigerator
Controls SpiliProofTM CAUTION: DO Not Remove
Right Fit net Behind
Dairy
Water Filter Compartment
Fixed --
Door Bin
ice Container
Shelf--
Fixed --
Door Bin
Shelf
Tilt Out
Door Bin --
Small Basket-
Large _
Glide Out
Basket
Large
Glide Out
Bin
Tilt Out --
Door Bin
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Toe Grille
Dairy
Compartment
Door Bin
SpiliProof TM
Sliding Shelf
Temperature
Controlled
Gourmet Pantry
with Wine Rack
Door Bin
SpiliProof TM
Sliding Shelf
Door Bin
Crisper Pan
and Cover
Fixed
Door Bin
Features may vary according to model

ALLOWING COOLING TiME BEFORE USE
To ensure reliable food storage, allow your refrigerator and freezer to operate with the doors closed for 8 to 12 hours
before placing food inside. During this cooling period, you do not need to adjust the controls, which are preset at the
factory.
SETTING COOLING TEMPERATURES
Your refrigerator comes with a state-of-the-art electronic digital control system. The system's control panel is located at
the top of the fresh food compartment.
The two digital displays on the left half of the control panel indicate the current settings or temperatures of your freezer
and fresh food compartments. The 2 gauges located on the front of the refrigerator just above the Ice and Water
Dispenser also give you the current temperatures for the freezer and fresh food compartments.
To adjust the temperature to a higher or lower setting, press the Up (Cold) or Down (Colder) button closest to the
display. The first time you press the button, the display shows current setting you entered. Each press of the button
after that changes the setting by one.
The display shows your new setting momentarily, then changes back to the current temperature.
Cold
/N Freezer Refrigerator
Off
CoNer Mode
(Temperature Display -Features may vary.)
(Gauges will operate in Fahrenheit only)
CHOOSING FAHRENHEIT OR CENTIGRADE
Depending on which temperature standard you prefer
to use, you can set your control panel to display in
Fahrenheit or centigrade. To change between Fahrenheit
and centigrade, press the Mode button (located between
the two digital temperature displays).
CoN CoN
........ Freezer Refrigerator
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Press to alternate between
Fahrenheit and Centigrade

MAKING TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENTS
After running your refrigerator for 24 hours, you can adjust temperatures as needed. Make your adjustments small
and gradual, allowing time for temperatures to change and stabilize. Refer to the following guidelines for temperature
settings.
Temperature Adjustment Guide Adjust Fresh Food control one degree
colder by pressing Down (Colder) button.
Adjust Fresh Food control one degree
warmer by pressing the Up (Cold) button.
Adjust Freezer control one degree colder
by pressing Down (Colder) button.
Adjust Freezer control one degree warmer
by pressing the Up (Cold) button.
WHAT TO DO IF THE TEMPERATURE DISPLAYS FLASH
If either display is continuously flashing, it may indicate that the control system has detected a performance problem.
Call your Sears service representative, who can interpret the flashing message.
Temperature Display
Freezer Fresh Food
F° C°
SYSTEM=MONITORING ALARMS
The electronic control system continuously monitors your
refrigerator/freezer for temperature consistency and doors left ajar.
Variances from normal operating conditions are communicated by
audible tones and a set of two status indicator lights.
RESPONDING TO ALARMS (AUDIBLE TONES &
INDICATOR LIGHTS)
Your refrigerator's control system can convey the following
information through audible tones and the alarm indicator lights.
Air
Filter ® boorAjar
.............On...........G_o_o=Filt_,o_,
Off @Ydlow-0rder Fi,ter
::s, Red=Change Filter
Door Flashing Freezer or Fresh Food Close door to silence and reset alarm.
Ajar Green door has been open for
over five minutes.
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