Summary of Contents for Kenmore 4156 - 25.0 cu. Ft. Non-Dispensing Refrigerator
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Side by Side Refrigerator Use & Care Guide Lado a Lado Refrigerador Guia para su uso y cuidado Compartiments C6te _ C6te R_frig_rateur Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8...
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Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator! At Sears, we are very proud of our product and completely committed to providing you with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. Thank you for choosing Sears; we hope you will consider us for future purchases.
Pleasereadall instructionsbeforeusingyour newrefrigerator. 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...
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Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground Fault Interruptor (GFI) circuit. To turn off powerto yourrefrigerator,unplugthe powercordfrom thewall outlet. KENMORE REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON REFRIGERATOR For one year from the date of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated...
What We Sell. Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect yourself from unexpected hassle and expense. Your Kenmore ® product is designed, manufactured The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend tested to provide years of dependable operation. But like life of your new appliance.
This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Manual. Before starting refrigerator, follow these important first steps. Location • Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet.
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Toe GrilleInstallation& Removal grille: To remove the toe 1 Open freezer and refrigerator compartment doors. 2 Working from left side of toe grille, slip your fingers between top of toe grille and cabinet. Gently pull forward until first set of tabs are free. Slide your hand down past the free tabs and pull forward...
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ConnectingThe Ice MakerTo Your WaterSupply To avoidelectricshock,whichcan causedeathor severepersonal i njury,disconnectthe refrigerator f rom electricalpowerbeforeconnectinga watersupply lineto the refrigerator. To AvoidPropertyDamage: • Coppertubingis recommended for the water supplyline.Watersupplytubingmaded ¼" plasticis not recommended since it greatlyincreasesthe potentialfor water leaks. Manufacturer w ill notbe responsible for anydamageif plastictubingis usedfor supplyline.
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To connect your water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve: 1 Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source. 2 Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket. Turn ON water supply and flush supply line until water is clear.
Outiis n6cessaires: CU6 mixte Toumevis Phillips _' de 3/8 Do Before you start: 1 Make sure the electrical power cord is unplugged from the wall outlet. Remove any food from the door shelves. 3 Close the doors. To remove the hinge cover: 1 Remove the three screws from the cover...
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Your refrigerator is designed for optimal convenience and storage flexibility. Use the illustration below to familiarize yourself with product features and terminology. Freezer and Refrigerator SpiilProof-rM CAUTION: Controls ....Aspect Shelf Do Not Remove ice Cream Shelf _ Inet Behind ice Maker- Filter Dairy...
AllowingCoolingTime BeforeUse 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, do not need to adjust the controls, which are preset at the factory.
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 stabilize. Refer the following guidelines for temperature settings. Temperature ControlRange Freezer Refri orator Fahrenheit Centigrade...
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SystemMonitoringAlarms The electronic control system continuously monitors your refrigerator/freezer temperature consistency, doors left ajar, and power failures. Variances from normal operating conditions are communicated by audible tones and a set of four status indicator lights. COLD AlarmReset Button IndicatorLights Eachtime you makesettingson thecontrol panel,a singleaudibletoneacknowledges your input.
Using The Alarm Reset Button You can disable or activate the alarm system by pressing and holding the Reset button ALARM for three seconds. Use it, for example, to turn off audible tones and/or flashing indicator lights. The alarmsystemdoesnot automatically resetif you disconnect a nd reconnectyour refrigerator's powercord.
To avoid injuryfrom breakage,handletemperedglass shelvescarefully.Shelvesmay break suddenlyif nicked,scratched,or exposedto suddentemperaturechange. Cantilever Shelves You can easily adjust shelf positions in the freezer and fresh food compartments to suit your needs. The shelves have mounting brackets, which attach to slotted supports at the rear of each compartment.
Leafyvegetableskeepbestwhenstoredwith the HumidityControlset on HigherHumidity, or in a drawerwithouta HumidityControl.This keepsincomingair to a minimumand maintainsmaximummoisturecontent. Meat Keeper Some models are equipped with a meat keeper drawer for short term storage bulk meat items. This drawer includes a sliding control for adjusting temperature inside.
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Accessories Tail BottleRetainer Tall Bottle Retainer The tall bottle retainer keeps tall containers in the bin from falling forward when opening or closing the refrigerator door. To install, snap the ends of the retainer over the edge of the retainer wall as shown in the illustration.
UsingThe Dispenser Your automatic ice & water dispenser includes a control panel, a drinking glass bay, and two push-paddles for turning on the ice and water supplies. Using the dispenser control panel is necessary for the ice dispenser but not the water dispenser.
PrimingThe WaterSupplySystem Your refrigerator's water supply system includes several tubing lines, an advanced water filter, a distribution valve bank, and a reserve tank to ensure ample supply to the ice and water dispenser at all times. This system needs to be completely filled with water when first connected...
l+Aut+++omatic Ice & Water Dispenser The ice makeralsohasa built-inwire signalarm,whichautomaticallystopsiceproduction whenthe ice bin is full. This signalarmshouldnotbe usedto manuallystop theice maker. Ice Dispenser Tips • Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor. Empty the ice container explained on the next page.
To clean the ice dispenser: 1 Turn off ice production by pressing the On/Off switch to the "O" position. Remove the ice bin by lifting up and out. Empty and carefully clean the ice bin with mild detergent. Rinse with clear water. not use harsh or abrasive cleaners.
You may want to consider ordering extra filters when you first install your refrigerator. Here are the product number to request when ordering: Water Filter Kenmore Replacement Cartridge 9916 Filter Kenmore Replacement Filter 9917 ReplacingTheWater Filter S _de Filter In general,...
ReplacingTheAir Filter In general, you should change the air filter every six months to ensure optimal filtering refrigerator odors. You may want to adjust this time period depending on the types and amounts of food you typically store in your refrigerator. The electroniccontrolpanel,locatedat the top d the refrigerator compartment, i ncludes controlsto monitorthe statusof yourair filter, includingindicatorlightsthat remindyou when to order and changethefilter.
• Stonng Food & Saving Energy Frozen Food Storage • Keep the freezer compartment at 0 ° F or lower (see page 13 for more about temperature settings). • A freezer operates most efficiently when it is at least 2/3 full. Packaging Foodsfor Freezing •...
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Your new high-efficiency refrigerator may introduce unfamiliar sounds. These sounds normally indicate your refrigerator is operating correctly. Some surfaces on floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make these sounds more noticeable. Following is a list of major components in your refrigerator and the sounds they can cause:...
Care & Cleanln ProtectingYour Investment Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains appearance and prevents odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartments at least twice a year. When cleaning, take the following precautions: • Never use any type of scouring pads, brushes,...
Care& CleaningTips Part Cleaning Agents Tips and Precautions Interior & Door Liners • Soap and water • Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water. • Baking soda and water • Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls, light bulb or any electrical part.
Care & Cleantn ReplacingLight Bulbs Both the freezer and fresh food compartments of your refrigerator include light bulbs that will need replacing from time to time. Some lights have covers that you will need to remove before replacing the bulbs. Always use bulbs that are designed for appliance lighting.
BeforeYou Call... If you experience a problem with your refrigerator or notice a product behavior condition you do not understand, you can usually avoid a call to your service representative by referring to this section for an answer. Beginning with the following table, this information includes...
Before YouCall Temperatures Are Too Warm Problem Cause Correction Freezer/Refrigerator temperature is • Doors are opened too frequently or too • Warm air enters the refrigerator whenever the door is too warm. long opened Open the door less often. • Door is slightly open. •...
Automatic Ice Maker Cause Problem Correction Ice maker is not • Ice makeris producinglessicethan • Ice maker should produce approximately 4-5 pounds of ice every 24 making enough expect. hours. Rapid Ice should produce up to 6 pounds of ice every 24 ice.
Before You Call Water Dispenser Problem Cause Correction Waterhas an odd • Water has been in the tank for a period of • Draw and discard 10-12 glasses of water to freshen the supply and tasteand/or time. completely rinse out the tank. odor.