Kenmore 60509- User Manual

Page 2 - Do not attempt to install or operate; Definitions; This is the safety alert symbol. It is; Important Safety

2 Record Model/Serial Numbers Record Model/Serial Numbers ................ 2Important Safety Instructions ............... 2-4Warranty Information ............................ 5Master Protection Agreements ................ 6Features at a Glance .............................. 7First Steps ...............

Page 3 - Children should never use these items; Important Safety Instructions; Risk of child entrapment; • The refrigerator must be plugged into

3 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. • Avoid contact with any moving parts o...

Page 4 - • Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling; IMPORTANT; Your old refrigerator may have

4 Important Safety Instructions Grounding type wall receptacle Do not, under any circumstances, cut, remove, or bypass the grounding prong Power cord with 3-prong grounded plug • Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out from the r...

Page 5 - Warranty Information; KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY; correct appliance installation, operation and maintenance.; Disclaimer of implied warranties limitation of remedies

5 Warranty Information KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted against defects in material or workmanship when it is correctly installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions.WITH PROOF OF SALE, a defective appliance will rece...

Page 6 - Master Protection Agreements; Congratulations on making a smart purchase.; Your new Kenmore; $250 Food Loss Protection; annually for any food spoilage that is the result of

6 Master Protection Agreements 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 Agree...

Page 7 - Features may vary according to model; Features At A Glance; Cleaning your Refrigerator; Moving your Refrigerator

7 Ice Maker Ice Bucket Freezer Shelf Auxiliary Freezer Control Refrigerator Control (Some Models) Deli Drawer Cover Deli Drawer Half Shelf Full Shelf Crisper Cover Crisper Drawers Ice Tray Fixed Door Bin Door Rack Dairy Door Tall Bottle Retainer Door Bin Fixed Door Bin Door Rack Toe Grille garage te...

Page 8 - First Steps; Guidelines for final positioning of your; This Use & Care Guide provides general; Location; • The refrigerator must be installed on a; Do not block the toe grille on the lower; NOTE; Installation clearances

8 First Steps 2. Install left toe grille cover onto slot on left side of toe grille. Guidelines for final positioning of your refrigerator: • All four corners of the cabinet must rest firmly on the floor. • The cabinet should be level at the front and rear. • The sides should tilt ¼-inch (6 mm) from...

Page 9 - To level the cabinet using the front rollers:; WARNING; Raise the front of the refrigerator enough

9 First Steps 3. Attach toe grille to cabinet. WARNING The anti-tip device must be installed according to the instructions in your Use & Care Manual. Failure to do so will result in injury. To level the cabinet using the front rollers: 1 Remove the toe grille. 2 Use a flat-blade screwdriver or ⅜...

Page 10 - Door removal and reversal instructions:; Phillips; Head

10 NOTE The direction in which your refrigerator doors open (door swing) can be reversed, from left to right or right to left, by moving the door hinges from one side to the other. Reversing the door swing should be performed by a qualified person. IMPORTANT Before you begin, turn the refrigerator t...

Page 11 - lift up on opposite side of door while; with the hinges of the door. Failure to do so

11 First Steps Door Stop Screw Door Stop Washer Hinge Pin Bottom Hinge Toe Grille Screws A Toe Grille Cover Toe Grille Support Anti-tip Bracket B Toe Grille Cover Toe Grille Support Anti-tip Bracket 7. Remove three screws on bottom hinge and anti-tip bracket (if equipped) with ⅜” socket wrench. 8. R...

Page 12 - To attach refrigerator handle:; To remove freezer handle:; CAUTION; Wear gloves and use extreme CAUTION

12 First Steps Screw Handle Mounting Screw Button Plug Lock Handle Over Mounting Screw Handle Style 1To remove refrigerator handle: (Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.) 1. Remove two screws attaching handle to top of refrigerator door. 2. Slide handle straight up and pull handle o...

Page 13 - To attach freezer handle:

13 Handle Style 2To remove refrigerator metal handle: 1. Loosen the set screw on the rounded part of the handle. 2. Remove the 2 screws from the top of the handle. 3. Remove rounded part of handle from mounting screw on face of door. To attach refrigerator metal handle: 1. Place rounded part of hand...

Page 14 - Handles may be easier to reverse while; (Handles may be easier to reverse while

14 First Steps To reverse refrigerator/freezer handles: Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off. Reverse freezer and refrigerator handles by inverting the handle removed from the refrigerator door and attaching to the freezer door. Invert the handle removed from freezer door and attach ...

Page 15 - water supply line to rear panel of; Connecting Household Water Supply To Refrigerator

15 Before installing the water supply line, you will need:• Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, flat-blade screwdriver, and Phillips screwdriver • Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 100 psi. • A water supply line made of ¼” (6.4 mm) OD, copper tubing. To determine t...

Page 16 - Setting the Temperature Controls; Auxiliary Freezer Control; To ensure safe food storage, allow the

16 Setting the Temperature Controls Auxiliary Freezer Control Cool Down Period To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 hours before loading it with food. Refrigerator & Freezer Controls (some models) Cool Down Period To ensure safe food...

Page 17 - Temperature Adjustment; Temperature Adjustment

17 Refrigerator/Freezer Control Normal Cold Colder Allow 24 hrs for adjustments Temperature Adjustment • Adjust temperature gradually: adjust the knob in small increments, allowing the temperature to stabilize. • For colder temperatures, adjust the knob towards Colder. • For warmer temperatures, adj...

Page 18 - Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to; To adjust sliding shelves:; Remove shelf by pulling forward to; Sliding Glass Shelf; Optional Features; Door storage; Push on rack sides to release from; To install door rack:; Pull shelf forward until the back of

18 CAUTION 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. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers ar...

Page 19 - Door Rack; Crisper Humidity Control (some; allows you to adjust the humidity within; Adjustable door bins; Some models have adjustable door bins; To move door bin along a rail:; Tilt bin up so the back of the bin is off; To move door bin from rail to rail:; Leafy vegetables keep best when stored

19 Door Rack Optional Features Crisper Humidity Control (some models) The crisper humidity control, present on the crisper drawers of some models, allows you to adjust the humidity within the crisper. This can extend the life of fresh vegetables that keep best in high humidity. Low Humidity High Hum...

Page 20 - Please be sure to support glass when; Place tabs on back of bin into

20 Crispers (some models) The crispers, located under the bottom refrigerator shelf, are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. Wash items in clear water and remove excess water before placing them in the crispers. Items with strong odors or high moisture content should be...

Page 21 - Energy saving ideas; Locate the; Food storage Ideas; Food Storage & Energy Saving Ideas; the temperature varies less.

21 Energy saving ideas • Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of direct sunlight, and away from heating products or registers. Do not place the refrigerator next to heat-producing appliances such as a range, oven, or dishwasher. If this is not possible, a section of cabinetry...

Page 22 - Ice Service; Turning your ice maker off; To stop the; Ice Production: What To Expect; and ensure that the wire signal arm is; For information on ice maker noises, see; Normal Operating Sounds

22 Ice Service ON OFF Wire Signal Arm Turning your ice maker on After the plumbing connections have been completed, the water supply valve must be opened. Place the ice container under the ice maker, pushing it as far back as possible. Lower the wire signal arm to its “down” or ON position. Turning ...

Page 23 - Understanding the sounds you

23 NOTE Rigid foam insulation is very energy efficient, but is not a sound insulator. IMPORTANT During the automatic defrost cycle, you may notice a red glow in the vents on the back wall of your freezer compartment. This is normal during the defrost cycle. Normal Operating Sounds Understanding the ...

Page 24 - may damage flooring. Be careful not; Remove adhesive labels by hand. Do

24 Care & Cleaning IMPORTANT If you store or move your refrigerator in freezing temperatures, be sure to completely drain the water supply system. Failure to do so could result in water leaks when the refrigerator is put back into service. Contact a service representative to perform this operati...

Page 26 - Short

26 Never Clean Condenser (some models) If your refrigerator is equipped with a “Never Clean” condenser, there’s no need to clean the condenser under normal operating conditions. If the refrigerator is operated under particularly dusty or greasy conditions, or if there is significant pet traffic in y...

Page 27 - Before You Call

27 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER (some models) Ice maker is not ...

Page 28 - PROBLEM

28 Before You Call PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION ODORS IN REFRIGERATOR Interior is dirty. • Interior needs to be cleaned. • Food with strong odors is in refrigerator. • See table of Care and Cleaning Tips in CARE & CLEANING section. • Cover food tightly. OPENING/CLOSING OF DOORS/DRAWERS Door(s) will ...

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