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Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien
English / Español / Français
Model/Modelo/Modèle:
970R44843*
Kenmore Elite
®
Refrigerator
Refrigerador
Réfrigérateur
P/N A01061002 (1410)
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
www.sears.ca
®

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  • Page 1 Use & Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien English / Español / Français Model/Modelo/Modèle: 970R44843* Kenmore Elite ® Refrigerator Refrigerador Réfrigérateur P/N A01061002 (1410) Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.kenmore.com www.sears.com Sears Canada Inc.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Record Model/ Important Safety Serial Numbers Instructions Please read and save these instructions Safety Precautions This Use & Care Guide provides specific Do not attempt to install or operate your unit operating instructions for your model. Use until you have read the safety precautions your unit only as instructed in this guide.
  • Page 3: Child Safety

    Important Safety Instructions • Do not operate the unit in the presence of IMPORTANT explosive fumes. Your old unit may have a cooling system that • Remove and discard any spacers used to used CFCs or HCFCs (chlorofluorocarbons secure the shelves during shipping. Small or hydrochlorofluorocarbons).
  • Page 4 Important Safety Instructions the unit with insufficient power can Grounding type wall receptacle damage the compressor. Such damage is not covered under the warranty. Do not, under any circumstances, • Do not plug the unit into an outlet cut, remove, controlled by a wall switch or pull cord to or bypass the prevent the appliance from being turned...
  • Page 5: Warranty Information

    Warranty Information KENMORE ELITE 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. FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against defects in material or workmanship.
  • Page 6: Master Protection Agreements

    Master Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore Elite ® 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.
  • Page 7: Features At A Glance

    Features at a Glance *Features may vary according to model. Electronic Dairy Control Compartment Air Filter Air Baffle Adjustable Door Bins Glass Shelves Lighting Deli Drawer Lighting Gallon Door Bins Crisper Drawer with Humidity Control Light Switch Adjustable Bottom Hinge Kick Plate...
  • Page 8: Installation

    Installation Required Tools: Components Provided: Top Hinge Top Hinge Cover Front Cover Rear (OR) Screw Screw Phillips™ Head or #2 Square Drive Head Lower Hinge Hinge Screw Screw This Use & Care Guide provides general installation and operating instructions for your model.
  • Page 9: Door Removal Instructions

    Door Removal Instructions Door Handle Mounting Instructions Remove handle from carton and any other protective packaging. Position refrigerator handle end caps over upper and lower pre-installed shoulder bolts (A) that are fastened into door, ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing towards the outside of door if it is a single unit installation, or towards the freezer door if installing...
  • Page 10: Leveling Instructions

    Leveling Instructions The unit must have all bottom corners resting • Slide second unit into place leaving a firmly on a solid floor. The floor must be strong minimum gap of ” between units for enough to support a fully loaded appliance. door swing clearance.
  • Page 11: Door Removal

    Leveling Instructions Door Removal If door must be removed: Unplug the unit or switch the breaker that supplies power to the unit to the off position. Remove the plastic top hinge cover. Hold the door in place while removing the top hinge from the cabinet. 4.
  • Page 12: Controls

    Controls Setting the Electronic Control Cool Down Period For safe food storage, allow four hours for the appliance to cool down completely. The unit will run continuously for the first several hours. Electronic Control The Electronic Control is located inside the appliance. Temperature is factory preset to provide satisfactory food storage temperatures.
  • Page 13 Controls Control Lock To disable the keypads on the control, begin by pressing the CONTROL LOCK key for 3 seconds until “LO” is displayed for 1 second. With the control locked, when keys are pressed on the control panel, “LO” will be displayed. To unlock the control, press the CONTROL LOCK key for 3 seconds.
  • Page 14: Sabbath Mode

    Controls Sabbath Mode The Sabbath mode is a feature that disables portions of the appliance and its controls in accordance with observance of the weekly Sabbath and religious holidays within the Orthodox Jewish community. To initiate or exit Sabbath Mode, press and hold the CONTROL LOCK and TEMP MODE keys for 3 seconds.
  • Page 15: Changing The Filter

    Controls Changing the Filter Air Filter Door Ajar Alarm The air filter is located inside one of the This alarm will sound to alert you that the 2-Liter Door Bins. The air filter cover is door has been open for 5 minutes or more. located on the upper right side of the The Door Ajar LED will illuminate and the control box.
  • Page 16: Led Lighting

    LED Lighting Storage Features Replacing LED Lights (select models) Glass Shelves To Replace LED Lights: Multi-position adjustable slide out glass shelves can be moved to any position for Unplug your refrigerator’s power cord. larger or smaller packages. The shipping Remove light cover by pushing up spacers that stabilize the shelves for and out.
  • Page 17 Storage Features before storing. Dividers may be adjusted for different size items within the crisper. To remove the Crisper Drawer or Dairy Bin Deli Drawer: Remove the glass cover from the Use the dairy compartment, at the top of drawer to be removed. the fresh food compartment door, for short With both hands, lift up on the front term storage of cheese, spreads, or butter.
  • Page 18: Storing Food

    Storing Food Care & Cleaning Fresh Food Storage Protecting Your Investment • Keep the fresh food compartment Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains between 34° F and 40° F with an its appearance and prevents odor build-up. optimum temperature of 37° F. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartments at •...
  • Page 19 Care & Cleaning Care and Cleaning Tips Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions • Soap and water • Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of Interior • Baking soda warm water. & and water • Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth Door before cleaning around controls, light bulb or any Liners...
  • Page 20: Before You Call

    Before You Call TROUBLESHOOTING Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the GUIDE result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION APPLIANCE OPERATION Appliance does...
  • Page 21 Before You Call CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION “Sb” is displayed • The control is in • Press and hold the CONTROL LOCK and on control. Sabbath Mode. TEMP MODE keys to exit Sabbath Mode. SOUND AND NOISE Louder sound •...
  • Page 22 Before You Call CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION DOOR PROBLEMS Door will not • Appliance is not • This condition can force the cabinet out close. level. It rocks on of square and misalign the door. Refer to the Leveling Instructions Section. the floor when it is moved slightly.

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