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Models/Modelos/Modèles : 795.75043* Bottom Freezer Refrigerator Congelador Inferior Refrigerador Réfrigérateur à congélateur inférieur = color number, número de color, le numéro de la couleur 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...
* In-home repair service is not available in all Canadian geographical areas, nor will this warranty cover user or servicer travel and transportation expenses if this product is located in a remote area (as defined by Sears Canada Inc.) where an authorized servicer is not available.
In the space below, record the date of purchase, model and serial number of your product. You will find the model and serial number printed on an identification label located on the interior liner of the refrigerator compartment. Have these items of information available whenever you contact Sears concerning your product. Model No.___________________ Date of Purchase ___________________ Serial No.___________________...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or others, or cause damage to the product.
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WARNING • Before replacing a burned-out or broken light bulb, • DO NOT touch the automatic ice making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in. unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box in order to avoid contact with a live •...
CFC/HCFC DISPOSAL Your old refrigerator may have a cooling system If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make that used CFCs or HCFCs (chlorofluorocarbons or sure the refrigerant is removed for proper disposal hydrochlorofluorocarbons). CFCs and HCFCs are by a qualified technician. If you intentionally release believed to harm stratospheric ozone if released to the refrigerant, you may be subject to fines and imprisonment atmosphere.
PARTS AND FEATURES Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator. NOTE: This guide covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed below. The locations of the features shown below may not match your model. Refrigerator Light Control Panel Water Filter...
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION WARNING WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard: Excessive Weight Hazard: Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or the floor.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION PRIOR TO USE INSTALLATION (continued) 1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all 1. To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be leveled dust that accumulated during shipping. and installed on a solidly constructed floor. If required, adjust the leveling legs to compensate for unevenness 2.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION NOTE: Removing the doors is always recommended when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below. HOW TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR Mounting DOOR HANDLE Fasteners NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from the illustrations on this page.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION NOTE: Removing the doors is always recommended when it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles, follow the directions below. HOW TO REMOVE FREEZER DOOR HANDLE NOTE: Handle appearance may vary from the illustrations on this page.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION REMOVING AND REPLACING CAUTION: Before you begin, remove food and bins from the doors. REFRIGERATOR DOORS WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard: Use two or more people to remove and install the refrigerator doors. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION Reinstalling the Refrigerator Door Right Door Left Door 1. Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin (9). 2. Fit the top hinge (4) over the hinge lever latch (5) and 1. Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin (10). into place.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION HOW TO REMOVE THE FREEZER DRAWER HOW TO INSTALL THE FREEZER DRAWER WARNING: Use two or more people to remove and Pull out each rail to full extension. install the freezer drawer. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION LEVELING AND DOOR ALIGNMENT 2. Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close easily. If the doors do not close easily, tilt Leveling the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling legs to the left. It may take several more After installing, plug the refrigerator’s power cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet and push the refrigerator into the turns, and you should turn both leveling legs the same...
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR SETTING THE CONTROLS Temperature • The Refrigerator Temp Control ranges from 33°F to NOTE: When changing control settings, wait 24 hours 46°F (1°C to 8°C). Press the Refrigerator Temp button before making additional adjustments. The controls are set to cycle through the available temperature settings one correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you would like increment at a time.
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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR Air Filter Dispenser Light This light has three settings: On, Off and Dim. Select The Air Filter helps remove odors from the the Dim option at night. The light will automatically refrigerator. The Air Filter has two settings, Auto and turn on at full brightness when the dispenser pad is MAX.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR SMART FEATURES DEFINITIONS SMART LED (blue): OVERVIEW Notifies the user that the appliance is connected to the Kenmore Smart connectivity transforms your relationship with internet. your home. You can personalize the way Kenmore Smart products operate based on your schedule and daily routines, Smart Grid LED (blue): making life easier and providing greater peace of mind.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR INSTRUCTIONS FOR SMART GRID Smart Grid Operation: Once connected and registered, the appliance is capable of accepting a signal from your electrical company. The IMPORTANT: signal, known as a Demand Response (DR), will adjust You must connect your Kenmore Smart appliance to the refrigerator operation to reduce power consumption for internet and then register the appliance to your account a period of time ranging from a few minutes up to a...
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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FCC Notice FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement (For transmitter module contained in this product) This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits This equipment has been tested and found to comply with set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any of the FCC Rules.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR IN-DOOR ICE BIN 2. To remove the in-door ice bin, grip the front handle, slightly lift the lower part, and slowly pull out the bin CAUTION as shown. Keep hands and tools out of the ice compartment door and dispenser chute.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER WARNING Ice is made in the automatic icemaker and sent to the dispenser. The icemaker will produce 70-182 cubes in Personal Injury Hazard a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic ice temperature, room temperature, number of door openings making mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.
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If discolored ice is dispensed, check the water filter and water supply. If the problem continues, contact a NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR Sears or other qualified service center. Do not use the ice or water until the problem is corrected. •...
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR FOOD STORAGE GUIDE STORING FROZEN FOOD Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and NOTE: Check a freezer guide or a reliable cookbook moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This for further information about preparing food for prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the freezing or food storage times.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR SECTION WATER DISPENSER To dispense cold water, push on the dispenser switch WARNING: Do not put your fingers up the ice chute with a glass. opening. Doing so can result in severe injury. NOTE: The dispenser is equipped with a light that CAUTION: Do not dispense ice into fine china or turns on when the dispenser pad is engaged.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR REFRIGERATOR SHELVES To reinstall a shelf—Tilt the front of the shelf up and guide the shelf hooks into the slots at a desired height. The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet Then, lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks your individual storage needs.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED PANTRY DRAWER The Temperature Controlled Pantry Drawer provides The crispers provide fresher tasting fruit and vegetables by storage space with a variable temperature control letting you easily control humidity inside the drawer. that can keep the compartment at a slightly different temperature than the refrigerator section.
After changing the filter, push and hold the Air Filter button for three seconds to reset the filter sensor. NOTE: To purchase a replacement air filter, visit your local Sears store, or in the U.S.A. call 1-844-553-6667, and in Canada 1-800-469-4663. You can also order online at www.searspartsdirect.com.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR PULLOUT DRAWERS 2. To replace, slightly tilt up the front of the drawer, insert the drawer into the frame, and push it back into place. Top Drawer 1. To remove, pull the drawer out to full extension. On the left rail, use a flat blade screwdriver to push in on the tab to release the drawer from the rail, as shown below.
CAUTION: DO NOT operate refrigerator without water filter or water filter plug installed. NOTE: To purchase a replacement filter, visit your local Sears store, or in the U.S.A. call 1-844-553-6667, and in Canada 1-800-469-4663. You can also purchase online at www.searspartsdirect.com.
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WATER FILTER Performance Data Sheet Use Replacement Cartridge: 04609690000P The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and Standard 53. System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and Standard 53 for the reduction of substances listed below.
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NOTE: While the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary. CAUTION To purchase a replacement filter, visit your local Sears store, or in the U.S.A. call 1-844-553-6667, and in Canada To reduce the risk associated with property damage 1-800-469-4663.
2019 Date Issued: December 15, 2009 Manufacturer: Sears Roebuck and Co. The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants:...
CARE AND CLEANING INSIDE WALLS (allow freezer to warm up so WARNING the cloth will not stick) To help remove odors, you can wash the inside of the refrigerator with a mixture of baking soda and warm water. Mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda to 1 quart of water (26 g soda to 1 liter water.) Be sure the baking soda is completely dissolved so it does not scratch the surfaces of the refrigerator.
CARE AND CLEANING LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT WHEN YOU MOVE When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, WARNING follow these steps to prepare it for the move. 1. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all Electrical Shock Hazard frozen food in dry ice.
CONNECTING THE WATER LINE BEFORE YOU BEGIN WHAT YOU WILL NEED • Copper Tubing, ¼ in. outer This water line installation is not covered by the refrigerator diameter, to connect the refrigerator warranty. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the to the water supply.
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CONNECTING THE WATER LINE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5. TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used begins to swell. drinking water line. NOTE: Do not overtighten clamp or you may crush the 1.
CONNECTING THE WATER LINE 8. FLUSH OUT THE TUBING 10. TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE Turn the main water supply on and Tighten any connections that leak. flush out the tubing until the water is clear. Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart of water has been flushed through the tubing.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Before conducting troubleshooting, make sure that the following basic requirements are met: Service Flow 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) Water Supply Potable Water Water Pressure 20-120 psi (138 - 827 kPa) Operating Ambient 55°F - 110°F Temperature Limits 115 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, and fused Electrical Ratings at 15 or 20 amperes.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE COOLING Problem Possible Causes Solutions Refrigerator or Refrigerator was recently installed. It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to Freezer section is too reach the desired temperature. warm. Air vents are blocked. Rearrange items to allow air to flow throughout the compartment.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE COOLING/ICE & WATER Problem Possible Causes Solutions Food is freezing Food with high water content was Rearrange items with high water content away from air in the refrigerator placed near an air vent. vents. compartment. Refrigerator temperature control is set If the temperature is too cold, adjust the control one incorrectly.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ICE & WATER Problem Possible Causes Solutions Icemaker is not Doors are opened often or for long If the doors of the unit are opened often, ambient making enough ice periods of time. air will warm the refrigerator which will prevent the (continued).
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ICE & WATER Problem Possible Causes Solutions Icemaker is not Refrigerator was recently installed or It may take up to 24 hours for each compartment to making ice. icemaker recently connected. reach the desired temperature and for the icemaker to begin making ice.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ICE & WATER Problem Possible Causes Solutions Ice has bad taste or Water supply contains minerals such A water filter may need to be installed to eliminate odor. as sulfur. taste and odor problems. NOTE: In some cases, a filter may not help. It may not be possible to remove all minerals / odor / taste in all water supplies.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE NOISE Problem Possible Causes Solutions Clicking The defrost control will click when Normal Operation the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends. The thermostat control (or refrigerator control on some models) will also click when cycling on and off. Rattling Rattling noises may come from the Normal Operation...
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PARTS & FEATURES Problem Possible Causes Solutions Doors will not close Food packages are blocking the door Rearrange food containers to clear the door and door correctly or pop open. shelves. open. Ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover, pans, door bins, or baskets are out of shelves and baskets into their correct positions.
DIAGNOSTICS Diagnostics 3. Hold the mouthpiece of your phone in front of the speaker that is located on the right hinge of the Should you experience any problems with your refrigerator door, when instructed to do so by the call refrigerator, it has the capability of transmitting data via center.
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