LG LTC22350ST Top Freezer Refrigerator Owner’s Manual

LG LTC22350ST Top Freezer Refrigerator

Product Specifications

• Model: LG LTC22350ST
• Type: Top Freezer Refrigerator
• Language: English
• Warranty: Labor – 1 Year, Parts – 1 Year, Sealed System – 7 Years

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions:

Before operating the refrigerator, read the safety instructions provided in the manual carefully to ensure safe usage.

Refrigerator Installation:

Follow the detailed instructions for unpacking, installing the base grille, and removing, reversing, or replacing the refrigerator doors for proper setup.

Using Your Refrigerator:

• Ensure proper air circulation within the refrigerator.
• Set the controls according to your preferences.
• Refer to the food storage guide for optimal storage conditions.
• Utilize features like refrigerator shelves, ice tray, snack corner, crisper, door racks, etc.

Care and Cleaning:

Maintain your refrigerator by following the cleaning tips provided in the manual for both inside and outside surfaces. Pay attention to condenser coils, light bulb replacement, and handling power interruptions.

About the Automatic Ice Maker:

Learn about connecting the water line for the automatic ice maker functionality.

Troubleshooting Guide:

Refer to the troubleshooting section in case of any issues with
the refrigerator’s operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How often should I clean the condenser coils?
  • A: It is recommended to clean the condenser coils at least twice a year to maintain optimal performance.
• Q: Can I adjust the humidity control in the crisper?
  • A: Yes, you can adjust the humidity control in the crisper drawer to preserve different types of produce.
• Q: How do I connect the water line for the automatic ice maker?
  • A: Follow the detailed instructions provided in the manual to correctly connect the water line to enable the automatic ice maker functionality.

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TOP FREEZER REFRIGERATOR
Owner’s Manual
Please read this guide thoroughly before operating and keep it handy for reference at all times.
CONGÉLATEUR INFÉRIEUR RÉFRIGÉRATEUR
Manuel d’utilisateur
Veuillez lire ce manuel en entier avant de mettre en marche l’unité et conservez-le à portée de la main pour le consulter à tout moment.

Models / Modelos LTN1931#**

P/No.3828JL8014G

English Version
Warranty Card
Safety Instructions
Grounding Requirements
Parts and Features
Refrigerator Installation Unpacking Your Refrigerator Installation Base Grille Removing, Reversing and Replacing Your Refrigerator Doors Door Cloosing and Alignment
Using Your Refrigerator
Ensuring Proper Air Circulation Setting the Controls Adjusting Control Settings Food Storage Guide Storing Frozen Food Refrigerator Shelves Ice Tray Snack Corner Crisper and Crisper Cover

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Crisper Humidity Control Door Racks
Door Bin
Dairy Corner/Can Dispenser
Vitabox
Care and Cleaning General Cleaning Tips Outside Inside Walls Door Liner and Gaskets Plastic Parts Condenser Coils Light Bulb Replacement Power Interruptions Vacation and Moving Care
About the Automatic Ice Maker
Connecting the Water Line
Troubleshooting Guide

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LIMITED WARRANTY

CANADA

LG Electronics

LG Electronics will repair or at its option replace, without charge, your product which proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the warranty period listed below from the date of original purchase.

This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as long as it is in Canada.

WARRANTY PERIOD: REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER
LABOR: One Year from the Date of Purchase. PARTS: One Yearfrom the Date of Purchase. SEALED SYSTEM(Compressor, Condenser, and Evaporator) LABOR: One Yearfrom the Date of Purchase. PARTS: Seven years from the Date of Purchase. Replacement Units and Repair Parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original unit’s warranty period.

No other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES. INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. LG ELECTRONICS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT.

Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts; so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:
· Service trips to your home to deliver, pick up, and/or install the product, instruct, or replace house fuses or correct wiring, or correction of unauthorized repairs.
· Damages or operating problems that result from misuse, abuse, operation outside environmental specifications or contrary to the requirements of precautions in the Operating Guide, accident, vermin, fire, flood, improper installation, acts of God, unauthorized modification or alteration, incorrect electrical current or voltage, or commercial use, or use for other than intended purpose.
· Repairs when your LG refrigerator is used in other than normal, single- family household use. · Damages caused during and/or after delivery.
· Display, discount, or refurbished units purchased with scratches, dents, or defects. The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the consumer. Proof of purchase is required and must be provided to LG in order to validate warranty.

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS:

To obtain Warranty Coverage:

Retain your Bill of Sale to prove date of purchase. A Copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time warranty service is provided.

To obtain Product or Customer Service Assistance:

Call 1-888-542-2623 Press the appropriate menu option, and have your product type (Refrigerator), model number, serial number, and ZIP/Postal Code ready.

To obtain the nearest Authorized Service Center:

Call 1-888-542-2623 Press the appropriate option, and have your product type (Refrigerator), model number, serial number, and ZIP/Postal Code ready.

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GARANTIE LIMITÉE
CANADA

LG Electronics

LG Electronics réparera ou remplacera à sa convenance, sans charge aucune, votre appareil après constatation d’un défaut de fabrication ou d’un défaut matèriel sous les conditions normales d’usage durant la période de couverture de la garantie mentionnée ci-dessous à partir de la date originale d’achat.

Cette garanti ne s’applique qu’au Canada et ne protège que l’acheteur original du produit pour la période spécifiée.

PÉRIODE DE GARANTIE: RÉFRIGÉRATEUR/CONGÉLATEUR
MAIN D’OEUVRE: Un an à partir de la date d’achat. PIÈCES: Un an à partir de la date d’achat. SYSTÈME SCELLÉ (Compresseur, condenseur et évaporateur) MAIN D’OEUVRE: Un an à partir de la date d’achat. PIÈCES: Sept ans à partir de la date d’achat. Les pièces de rechange ou réparées sont garanties pour la période de temps restant sur la période de garantie originale de l’unité.

Aucune autre forme de garantie ne peut être appliquée à ce produit. La durée d’une supposee garantie incluant la supposée garantie commerciale, est limitée à la seule durée mentionnée dans ce document. LG Electronics ne peut en aucun cas être tenu responsable de la perte d’utilisation ou des dommages directs ou conséquents survenant en dehors des conditions normales d’usage.

Certains Etats ne permettent pas l’exclusion ou la limitation secondaire ou les dommages conséquents ou restrictions sur la durée supposée d’une garantie ; ces restrictions ou exclusions ne devraient pas vous être applicables. Cette garantie vous donne des droits bien précis et vous devriez aussi bénéficier d’autres droits qui varient d’Etat à Etat.

CETTE GARANTIE LIMITÉE NE S’APPLIQUE PAS:
· Aux déplacements du service technique vers votre maison pour livrer, retirer et/ou installer le produit, pour vous instruire, pour remplacer les fusibles de la maison ou effectuer un câblage correct ou pour la correction de réparations non autorisées;
· Aux dommages ou aux problèmes de fonctionnement résultant d’une mauvaise utilisation, d’un emploi abusif, de la mise en marche de l’unité en dehors des spécifications d’ambiance ou dans des conditions contraires aux conditions requises ou aux précautions indiquées dans le Mode d’Emploi, d’un accident, de la vermine, d’un incendie, d’une inondation, d’une installation incorrecte, des cas de force majeure, d’une modification ou altération non autorisée, d’un courant électrique ou tension incorrects, d’une utilisation commerciale ou de tout usage différent de celui pour lequel l’unité a été conçue;
· Aux réparations effectuées lorsque votre réfrigérateur LG subi une utilisation autre que l’utilisation normale par un ménage unifamilial.
· Dommages causés pendant ou après la livraison. · Affichage, remise ou les appareils soldés achetés avec des rayures, des marques ou des défauts. Les coûts des réparations ou des remplacements sous ces circonstances exclues seront supportés par le consommateur. Une preuve d’achat est exigée et doit être fournie à LG pour valider la garantie.

ASSISTANCE A LA CLIENTELE

Pour l’obtention des informations sur la garantie :

Conserver votre facture pour témoigner de la date d’achat. Une copie de votre facture d’achat devra être soumise lorsque le service sous garantie sera rendu.

Pour l’obtention du produit ou l’assistance clientèle :

Appeler au 1-888-542-2623 choisir l’option appropriée et tenir à votre disposition le type de produit (Réfrigérateur), le numéro de modèle, de série et votre code postal.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY MESSAGES
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.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard signal word DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:

DANGER

You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

WARNING

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.

CAUTION

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or product damage only.

All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using your product, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:
NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the outlet.
Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.
When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
DO NOT allow children to climb, stand or hang on the refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
Keep fingers out of “pinch point” areas; clearances between the doors and between the doors and cabinet are necessarily small. Be careful closing doors when children are in the area.
Unplug your refrigerator before cleaning or making any repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual.
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box in order to avoid contact with a live wire filament. (A burnedout light bulb may break when being replaced.) NOTE: Setting either or both controls to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit.
Do not store bottles in the freezer compartment – they may break when frozen, causing damage.

For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this use and care guide. This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Attention Installer Instructions that were taped to the front of the refrigerator.
After your refrigerator is in operation, do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment when hands are damp or wet. Skin may adhere to the extremely cold surfaces.
In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that releases the cubes. DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.
DO NOT refreeze frozen foods which have thawed completely. The United States Department of Agriculture in Home and Garden Bulletin No. 69 says:
“…You may safely refreeze frozen foods that have thawed if they still contain ice crystals or if they are still cold below 40°F (4°C).
“…Thawed ground meats, poultry or fish that have any off-odor or off-color should not be refrozen and should not be eaten. Thawed ice cream should be discarded. If the odor or color of any food is poor or questionable, get rid of it. The food may be dangerous to eat.
“Even partial thawing and refreezing reduces the eating quality of foods, particularly fruits, vegetables and prepared foods. The eating quality of red meats is affected less than that of many other foods. Use refrozen foods as soon as possible to save as much of their eating quality as you can.”

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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DANGER: RISK OF CHILD ENTRAPMENT

Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous…even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions at right to help prevent accidents.

BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY YOUR OLD REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER
Take off the doors.
Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

CFC DISPOSAL

Your old refrigerator has a cooling system that used CFC´s (chlorofluorocarbons). CFC´s are believed to harm stratospheric ozone.

If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC refrigerant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified servicer. If you intentionally release this CFC refrigerant, you can be subject to fines and imprisonment under provisions of environmental legislation.

GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS

IMPORTANT: Please read carefully. TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

3-prong grounding type wall receptacle

3-prong grounding plug

Ensure proper ground exists before use.

RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for 115 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only and fused at 15 or 20 amperes. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires. It is recommended that a

separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided. Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain. Do not use an extension cord.
Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall outlet.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control, depending on the model) to the desired setting.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed (in the United States) or a CSA-listed (in Canada), 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 120 volts.
Use of an extension cord will increase the clearance needed for the back of the refrigerator.

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PARTS AND FEATURES

A
H B
C D
J E
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K F
N G
L
M

Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for your convenience.
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.

A Ice Bin B Freezer Shelf C Digital Sensor Control D Refrigerator Light E Snack Pan F Shelves G Crisper
Keeps fruits and vegetables fresh and crisp

H Freezer Door Bin I Dairy Corner J Can Dispenser K Door Bin L Refrigerator Door Rack M Base Grille N Vitabox (Inside)
On some models

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PARTS AND FEATURES

A H
B

C
D J
E I
K F

G

N

M

L

Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for your convenience.
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.

A CustomCube Ice maker B Freezer Shelf C Digital Sensor Control D Refrigerator Light E Snack Pan F Shelves G Crisper
Keeps fruits and vegetables fresh and crisp

H Freezer Door Bin I Dairy Corner J Can Dispenser K Door Bin L Refrigerator Door Rack M Base Grille N Vitabox (Inside)
On some models

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
UNPACKING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before using. Do not remove any warningtype labels, the model and serial number label or the TechSheet that is attached to back wall of the refrigerator.
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see the Important Safety Instructions section.
Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position.
Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs.
When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.
WARNING

3. Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is between 55°F (13°C) and 110°F (43°C.) If the temperature around the appliance is too low or high, cooling ability may lessen.
NEXT
1. Clean your refrigerator thoroughly and wipe off all dust accumulated during shipping.
2. Install accessories such as ice cube bin, drawers, shelves, etc., in their proper places. They are packed together to prevent possible damage during shipment.
3. Let your refrigerator run for 2 or 3 hours before putting food in it. Check the flow of cold air in the freezer compartment to ensure proper cooling. Your refrigerator is now ready for use.
WARNING:
Be careful when you work with hinge, base grille, stopper etc. You may be injured.
Do not put hands or metal sticks into air vents, base grille or bottom of refrigerator. You may be injured or receive an electrical shock.
BASE GRILLE
To attach the base grille: 1. Open the refrigerator door.
2. Push clips in opening on metal panel toward refrigerator until it snaps firmly.
To remove the base grille: 1. Open the refrigerator door.
2. Grasp the grille with both hands.
3. Pull the grille toward you.

Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.

INSTALLATION
1. Avoid placing the unit near heat sources, direct sunlight or moisture.

2. To avoid vibration, the unit must be level. If required,

adjust the leveling screws to compensate for

unevenness of the floor. The front should be slightly

higher than the rear to aid in door closing. Leveling

screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet

slightly. Turn the leveling screws clockwise (

) to

raise the unit, counterclockwise ( ) to lower it.

A proper distance from adjacent items

Please keep the refrigerator at a proper distance from other things. Too small a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity charge consumption.

Keep it at a proper distance

More than 4″(10 cm)
to top

More than (31c.2m”)
to hinge side

More than 4″(10 cm) to back

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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION
REMOVING, REVERSING (OPTIONAL) AND REPLACING REFRIGERATOR DOORS
TOOLS NEEDED:1/4 hex-head socket wrench, NO . 2 Phillips screwdriver, flat- head screwdriver, 1/4-inch Open-end wrench, flat 2-inchutty knife. IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator OFF and unplug it. Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors. HOW TO REVERSE DOOR OPENING DIRECTION (when converting from the left-opening type to rightopening type) 1. Removing Freezer Door
Remove the top hinge cover (1). Remove the 3 screws and lift off the top hinge (2). Lift the freezer door (3) slightly and remove it. Pry off the cover (4) using a slotted screwdriver and attach it on the right. Loosen the screw (5), remove (6), (7), (8), Reverse (6) (7), (8) as illustrated exactly and attach it to the left of the door. 2. Removing Refrigerator Door Loosen the screws (9) and lift off the middle Hinge (10). Lift the door (11) slightly and remove it. Take off the base grille (12). Loosen the screw (14) and remove the pin (15) from right side on hinge (20) to left side on hinge (20). Remove screw (17) on left side of the base. Loosen 3 screws (18) on right side of the base. Remove the bottom hinge (20) and replace it on the left side of the base. Attach screw (17) on right side of the base. Loosen 4 screws (22) and reverse (16) and (23) as illustrated exactly and attach it to the left side Pry off the cover (24) using a slotted screwdriver and attach it on the right.
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REFRIGERATOR INSTALLATION

3. Attaching Refrigerator Door Attach the base grille (1).
Remove screw (2) from left side to right side.
Attach the door (3) to the bottom hinge pin. Attach the middle hinge (4) on the opposite side with the 3 screws (5).
4. Attaching Freezer Door Place the door (8) onto the middle hinge pin (7). Attach the top hinge (10) with 3 screws. Reinstall top hinge cover (11).

DOOR CLOSING AND ALIGNMENT
Door Closing Your refrigerator has two front leveling screws__one on the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the doors to close easier, adjust the Refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions below:
1. Plug refrigerator power cord into a 3-prong grounded outlet. Move the refrigerator into its final position.
2. Remove the base grille by pulling it straight out. The two leveling screws are located at the bottom of the refrigerator on either side.
3. Insert a flat screwdriver in slots to adjust the leveling screws.Turn the leveling screw clockwise to raise that side of the refrigerator or counterclockwise to lower it. It may take several turns of the leveling screw to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.
NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.

5. After Completing the Job Make sure that the four corners of the door gasket are not folded over. To ensure a good seal, apply a small amount of silicon grease on the corner gaskets.
Corner

4. Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close easily. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws clockwise. It may take several more turns, and you should turn both leveling screws the same amount.
5. Replace the base grille.
Door Alignment
If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the instructions below to align the doors:
1. Pry off the top hinge cover.
2. Loosen the top hinge screws using a 10mm socket or wrench.
3. Have someone hold the door in place or put a spacer between the doors while you tighten the top hinge screws.
4. Replace the top hinge cover.

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

ENSURING PROPER AIR CIRCULATION
In order to ensure proper temperatures, air must flow between the refrigerator and freezer sections. As shown in the illustration below, cool air enters through the bottom of the freezer section and moves up. Most of the air then flows through the freezer section vents and recirculates under the freezer floor. The rest of the air enters the refrigerator section through the top vent.

SETTING THE CONTROLS
Your refrigerator has two controls that let you regulate the temperature in the freezer and refrigerator compartments.
Initially set the REFRIGERATOR CONTROL at 37°F (3°C) and the FREEZER CONTROL at 0°F (-18°C). Leave it at this setting for 24 hours (one day) to stabilize. Then adjust the compartment temperature as desired.
Refrigerator control: 32°F to 47°F (0°C to 8°C) The higher the number setting, the colder the refrigerator compartment will become.

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WARMER
TEMPERATURE ADJUST

COLDER

Do not block any of these vents whit food packages. If the vents are blocked, airflow will be interrupted and temperature and moisture problems may occur.
IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must thorougly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To prevent odor transfer and drying out food, wrap or cover foods tightly. (See the Food Storage Guide section for details.)

Note: If you close the fresh food compartment door applying more force than necessary, freezer door may get open and close again, due internal air flow of refrigerator.

Air flow

Freezer control: – 6°F to 8°F ( – 21°C to – 13°C) When the setting is at a higher number, the freezer compartment becomes colder. But the refrigerator compartment becomes warmer because less cold air flows into the refrigerator.

FREEZER
TEMPERATURE

1 Cold

1

2 Normal 2

3 Colder 3

NOTE: Setting at higher number of the Freezer compartment, the temperature of freezer compartment becomes colder. But, the refrigerator compartment becomes warmer because less cold air flows into the refrigerator compartment.

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

ADJUSTING CONTROL SETTINGS

FOOD STORAGE GUIDE

Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food. It is best to wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. The mid- settings indicated in the previous section should be correct for normal household refrigerator usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.

The refrigerator control functions as the sensor the entire appliance (refrigerator and freezer sections.) The higher the number setting, the longer the compressor will run to keep the temperature colder. The freezer control adjusts the cold air flow from the freezer to the refrigerator. Setting the freezer control to a lower temperature keeps more cold air in the Freezer compartment to make it colder.

If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer, start by adjusting the refrigerator first. Wait 24 hours after the refrigerator adjustment to check the freezer temperature. If it is too warm or too cold, then adjust the freezer control as well.

Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide.
Always remember to wait at least 24 hours between adjustments.

CONDITION/REASON:

RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR section too warm
Door opened often Large amount of food added Room temperature very warm

Turn REFRIGERATOR control to next higher number, wait 24 hours, then re-check

FREEZER section too warm/ ice not made fast enough Door opened often Large amount of food added Very cold room temperature (Can’t cycle often enough) Heavy ice usage Air vents blocked by items
REFRIGERATOR section too cold
Controls not set correctly for your conditions
FREEZER section too cold Controls not set correctly for your conditions

Turn FREEZER control to next higher number, wait 24 hours, then re-check
Move items out of airstream Turn REFRIGERATOR control to next lower number, wait 24 hours, then re-check Turn FREEZER control to next lower number, wait 24 hours, then re-check

Storing Fresh Food Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator. For dated products, check code date to ensure freshness.
Butter or margarine Keep opened butter in a covered dish or closed compartment. When storing an extra supply, wrap in freezer packaging and freeze.
Cheese Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to use it. Once opened, rewrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
Milk Wipe milk cartons. For best storage, place milk on interior shelf, not on door shelf.
Eggs Store in original carton on interior shelf, not on door shelf.
Fruit Wash, let dry, and store in refrigerator in plastic bags or crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are ready to use. Sort and keep berries in original container in a crisper, or store in a loosely closed paper bag on a refrigerator shelf.
Leafy vegetables Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off bruised and discolored areas. Wash in cold water and drain. Place in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper.
Vegetables with skins (carrots, peppers) Place in plastic bags or plastic container and store in crisper.
Fish Use fresh fish and shellfish the same day purchased.
Meat Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it is airtight and moisture-proof. Rewrap if necessary. See the following chart for storage times. When storing meat longer than the times given, freeze the meat.
Chicken ………………………………………………….. 1-2 days Ground beef ……………………………………………. 1-2 days Organ meats (liver, heart, etc.) ………………….. 1-2 days Cold cuts ………………………………………………… 3-5 days Steaks/roasts ………………………………………….. 3-5 days Cured meats ……………………………………………7-10 days

Leftovers
Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Plastic Containers with tight lids can also be used. 13

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STORING FROZEN FOOD

Freezing

NOTE: For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook.
Packaging Successful freezing depends on the correct packaging. When you close and seal the package, it must not allow air or moisture in or out. If you do, you could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator, and also dry out frozen food.
Packaging recommendations: Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids Straight-sided canning/freezing jars Heavy-duty aluminum foil Plastic-coated paper Non-permeable plastic wraps Specified freezer-grade self-sealing plastic bags
Follow package or container instructions for proper freezing methods.
Do not use: Bread wrappers Non-polyethylene plastic containers Containers without tight lids Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap Thin, semi-permeable wrap

IMPORTANT: Do not store bottles in the freezer
compartment – they may break when frozen, causing damage.
Your freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of food. Do not put more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (no more than 2 to 3 lbs of food per cubic foot [907-1350 g per liter] of freezer space). Leave enough space in the freezer for air to circulate around packages. Be careful to leave enough room at the front so the door can close tightly.
Storage times will vary according to the quality and type of food, the type of packaging or wrap used (airtight and moisture-proof) and the storage temperature. Ice crystals inside a sealed package are normal. This simply means that moisture in the food and air inside the package have condensed, creating ice crystals.
NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then package and freeze. Cooling hot foods before freezing saves energy.
NOTE: Do not store food near the sensor; it may cause the sensor to malfunction.
WARNING
Suffocation Hazard When using dry ice, provide adequate ventilation. Dry ice is frozen carbon dioxide (CO2). When it vaporizes, it can displace oxygen, causing dizziness, light-headedness, unconsciousness and death by suffocation. Open a window and do not breathe the vapors.

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REFRIGERATOR SHELVES
The shelves in your refrigerator are adjustable to meet your individual storage needs. This units are all glass shelves.
Storing similar food items together in your refrigerator and adjusting the shelves to fit different heights of items will make finding the exact item you want easier; it will also reduce the amount of time the refrigerator door is open, saving energy.
IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm water when they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed to sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. For your protection, glass shelves are made with tempered glass, which will shatter into small pebblesized pieces.
NOTE: Glass shelves are heavy. Use special care when removing them to avoid dropping them.
Adjustable Shelves
Remove shelves from the shipping position and replace shelves in the position you want.
To remove a shelf Tilt up the front of the shelf in the direction of (1) and lift it in the direction of (2). Pull the shelf out.
To replace a shelf Tilt the front of the shelf up and place the shelf hooks into metal slots at desired position. Then lower the front of the shelf so that the hooks drop into the slots.

Slide Out Shelves (On Some Models)
You can slide some glass shelves in and out of your refrigerator as follows.
To slide the shelf out, carefully pull front of shelf toward you. To slide shelf in, push shelf in until it stops.
To remove a sliding shelf from its metal frame: 1. Pull the shelf toward you until it stops. 2. Tilt the front of the shelf up and pull it past the stop. 3. Lift up the shelf to remove. Replace the shelf by reversing the above steps.
ICE TRAY (On Some Models)
Icemaking If the tray is filled with water to the highest level, it will be difficult to remove ice cubes. For quick freeze, adjust the freezer dial to 3.

To remove ice cubes, twist the tray.
Do not bend the ice tray. Doing so may result in damage to the tray.
To remove ice cubes easily, pour water on the tray or soak it in water before removing ice Cubes.

NOTE: Make sure that shelves are level from one side to the other. Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or spilling food.
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SNACK CORNER (On Some Models)
While holding the snack corner with one hand, pull it forward slightly. Lift slightly and pull it out.

To remove the glass:
1. Lift up the glass after inserting a screwdriver under the crisper cover.
2. Pull up and out.

CRISPER AND CRISPER COVER
To remove the crisper:
1. Slide crisper straight out to the stop. 2. Lift the front of the crisper, then pull it out to remove. 3. Remove the crisper by sliding it back in fully past the
Drawer stop.

To remove the crisper cover:
1. Remove both crispers. 2. While holding the crisper cover support, pull the cover
up and out.

CRISPER HUMIDITY CONTROL
You can control the amount of humidity in the moisturesealed crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between
and .
lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits.
keeps moist air in the crisper for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

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DOOR RACKS

VITABOX (On Some Models)

The door racks may be removed for easier cleaning.
Snap-On Door Racks
To remove the racks: 1. Remove all items in the door racks. 2. Push the rack away from the inside wall of the door (A)
and lift up the door rack (B).

Provides vitamins to fruits and vegetables, to conserver fresh for long time.

B
A
To assemble the racks: 1. Hold either end of the door rack against the inside wall
of the door. 2. Push down the rack end until it locks in place.
DOOR BIN
The door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjusting. 1. To remove the bin, simply lift the bin up and pull
straight out. 2. To replace the bin, slide it in above the desired support
button and push down until it stops.

DAIRY CORNER (On Some Models)
The diary corner /can dispenser can be relocated to another position. 1. To remove the dairy corner/can dispenser
Simply lift it up and pull out. 2. To replace the bin, Slide it in above the
desired support button and push down until it stops.
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CARE AND CLEANING

WARNING

PLASTIC PARTS (covers and panels)
Do not use paper towels, window sprays, abrasive cleansers or flammable fluids. These can scratch or damage the material.
CONDENSER COILS
Remove base grille. (See the base grille section )

Explosion Hazard
Use non-flammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to prevent odors. Wipe up spills immediately.
GENERAL CLEANING TIPS
Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
Remove all removable parts, such as shelves, crispers, etc.
Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
Hand wash, rinse and dry all surfaces thoroughly.
Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
OUTSIDE
Waxing external painted metal surfaces helps provide rust protection. Do not wax plastic parts. Wax painted metal surfaces at least twice a year using appliance wax (or auto paste wax). Apply wax with a clean, soft cloth.
For products with a stainless steel exterior, use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
INSIDE WALLS (allow freezer to warm up so cloth won`t 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 baking soda to 1 quart of water (26 g soda to 1 liter water.) Be sure the baking soda is completely dissolved so does it not scratch the surfaces of the refrigerator.
DOOR LINERS AND GASKETS
Do not use cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum on plastic parts.

Use a vacuum cleaner with an extended attachment to clean condenser coils.
Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month.
Replace base grille.
LIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Before replacing a burned-out light bulb, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box.
NOTE: Moving the control to the OFF position does not remove power to the light circuit.
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape and wattage.
To change the refrigerator light:
1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. 2. Remove refrigerator shelves. 3. Release the hooks on both ends of the light shield and
pull the shield down to remove it. 4. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove. 5. Replace a burned-out light bulb with a new bulb, turning
it clockwise. 6. Replace the light shield pushing it up. 7. Replace the refrigerator shelves. 8. Plug the power cord to the oulet.

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POWER INTERRUPTIONS
If the electricity in your house goes off, call the power company and ask how long it will be off.
1. If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep both refrigerator doors closed to help foods stay cold and frozen.
2. If the power will be out for more than 24 hours:
a) Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker.
OR
b) Place 2 lbs (ca. 1kg) of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot (28 L) of freezer space. This will keep the food frozen for two to four days. While handling dry ice, wear gloves to protect your hands from frostbite.
OR
c) If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available, consume or perish food at once.
REMEMBER: In a power failure, a full freezer stays cold longer than a partially filled one. A freezer full of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked goods. If you see that food contains ice crystals, it may be safely refrozen, although the quality and flavor may be affected. If the condition of the food is poor, or if you feel it is unsafe, dispose of it.

WHEN YOU GO ON VACATION
If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you are away, follow these steps to prepare your refrigerator before you leave.
1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.
2. Empty the ice bin.
If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave, follow these steps.
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. Depending on your model, set the thermostat control (refrigerator control) to OFF. See the “Setting the Controls” section.
3. Clean refrigerator, wipe it and dry well.
4. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold from building up.
WHEN YOU MOVE
When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move.
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice.
2. Depending on your model, turn the thermostat control (refrigerator control) to OFF. See the “Setting the Controls” section.
3. Unplug the refrigerator.
4. Empty water from the defrost pan.
5. Clean, wipe and dry thoroughly.
6. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well and tape them together so they don’t shift and rattle during the move.
7. Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the leveling legs all the way so they don’t scrape the floor. See the “Door Closing” section.
8. Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet.
When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the”Installing Your Refrigerator”Section for preparation instructions.

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ABOUT THE AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER

On some models

WARNING
Personal Injury Hazard
Avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism, or with the heating element that releases the cubes. DO NOT place fingers or hands on the automatic icemaking mechanism while the refrigerator is plugged in.

NOTE: If the cube size is smaller or larger than you expected, you can regulate the size with the cube size button. (nomally caused by variations in water pressure.)
Every time you press the cube size button, the indicator light go up. The higher position light is on, the larger cubes will be. (1st step is the next after the 5th step.)
WHEN YOU SHOULD SET THE ICEMAKER POWER SWITCH TO O (OFF)

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice.

When the water supply will be shut off for several hours.
When the ice storage bin is removed for more than a minute or two.
When the refrigerator will not be used for several days.

Icemaker

Cube Size Indicator Light

Cube Size Select Button

Feeler Arm Power Switch

The icemaker will produce eight cubes per cycle approximately 100 130 cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on freezer compartment temperature, room temperature, number of door openings and other operating conditions.
If the refrigerator is used before the water connection is made to the icemaker, set the power switch to O (off).
When the refrigerator has been connected to the water supply, set the power switch to I (on).
The icemaker will fill with water when it cools to freezing. A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice cubes.
Throw away the first few batches of ice to allow the water line to clear.
Be sure nothing interferes with the sweep of the feeler arm.
When the bin fills to the level of the feeler arm, the icemaker will stop producing ice.
It is normal for several cubes to be joined together.
If ice is not used frequently, old ice cubes will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.

NORMAL SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
The icemaker water valve will buzz as the icemaker fills with water. If the power switch is in the I (on) position, it will buzz even if it has not yet been hooked up to water. To stop the buzzing, move the power switch to O (off).
NOTE: Keeping the power switch in the I (on) position before the water line is connected can damage the icemaker.
You will hear the sound of cubes dropping into the bin and water running in the pipes as the icemaker refills.
PREPARING FOR VACATION
Set the icemaker power switch to O (off) and shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.
If the ambient temperature will drop below freezing, have a qualified servicer drain the water supply system (on some models) to prevent serious property damage due to flooding from ruptured water lines or connections.

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CONNECTING THE WATER LINE

BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Unless it is performed by Sears service this water line installation is not warranted by the refrigerator or icemaker manufacturer. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up the water line to the hot water line.
If you use your refrigerator before connecting the water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is in the O (off) position.
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power drill) during installation, be sure the device is doubleinsulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the hazard of electric shock, or is battery-powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.
NOTE: Wear eye protection (Use security lenses).
WHAT YOU WILL NEED Copper Tubing, 1/4″ outer
diameter to connect the refrigerator to the water supply. Be sure both ends of the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: measure the distance from the water valve on the back of the refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8 feet (2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10″ [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation.
Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8 feet (2.4 m) as described above.
A cold water supply. The water pressure must be between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4 – 8.2 bar) on models without a water filter and between 40 and 120 p.s.i. (2.8 – 8.2 bar) on models with a water filter.
Power drill.
1/2″ or adjustable wrench.
Straight- and Phillips-blade screwdriver.

Two 1/4 ” outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves) to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve.
If your existing copper water line has a flared fitting at the end, you will need an adapter (available at plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting with a tube cutter and then use a compression fitting.
Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line. The shutoff valve should have a water inlet with a minimum inside diameter of 5/32″ at the point of connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line.
1. SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest faucet to clear the line of water.
2. CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location for the valve that is easily accessible. It is best to connect into the side of a vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection to the top or side, rather than at the bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water pipe.
3. DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE Drill a 1/4″ hole in the water
pipe (even if using a selfpiercing valve) using a sharp bit. Remove any burrs resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe. Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill. Failure to drill a 1/4″ hole may result in reduced ice production or smaller cubes.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED)
4. FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp.
Pipe Clamp

7. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff valve. Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely.

Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve

Compression Nut

Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve

Vertical Cold Water Pipe

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed plumber.

5. TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP

Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell.

NOTE: Do not overtighten or you may crush

the tubing.

Washer

Pipe Clamp

Inlet End

Clamp Screw

Packing Nut
Outlet Valve

Ferrule (sleeve)

NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed plumber.

8. FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water supply on and flush out the tubing until the water is clear.
Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart (1 liter) of water has been flushed through the tubing.

6. ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or floor (behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [244 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about 10″ [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation.

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9. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR
NOTES:
Before making the connection to the refrigerator, be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.
If your refrigerator does not have a water filter, we recommend installing one if your water supply has sand or particles that could clog the screen of the refrigerator`s water valve. Install the filter in the water line near the refrigerator.
Remove the plastic flexible cap from the water valve (refrigerator connection).

11. PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall.
12. START THE ICEMAKER
Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position. The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches its operating temperature of 15°F ( -9°C) or below. It will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker power switch is in the I (on) position.

Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing.
Insert the end of the tubing into the water valve connection as far as possible. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting.

Fasten the tubing into the tubing Clamp attached to the back of the refrigerator. First you loosen the screw fastening the clamp, next insert the tubing in the groove, last re-fasten the screw.
10. TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak. Reattach the compressor compartment access cover.
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UNDERSTANDING SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR
Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces, like the floor, walls and cabinets, can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are. The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them.

The defrost timer will click when the automatic defrost cycle begins and ends. The thermostat control (or refrigerator control, depending on the model) will also click when cycling on and off.
Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant, the water line or items stored on top of the refrigerator.
Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items at the desired temperature. The high efficiency compressor may cause your new refrigerator to run longer than your old one, and you may hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound.
Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a popping noise.

You may hear the evaporator fan motor circulating the air through the refrigerator and freezer compartments.

Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle may cause a sizzling sound.

As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.

You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan.

REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT OPERATE
Check if…

You may hear water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle. Note: Due to refrigerator’s low energy consumption design, the fans will remain off by the door switch activates the inner compartment light.
Then…

The power supply cord is unplugged.

Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.

A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker tripped.

Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.

The refrigerator control is set to the OFF position.

Refer to the Setting the Controls section .

Refrigerator is in the defrost cycle.

Wait about 30 minutes for defrost cycle to end.

VIBRATION OR RATTLING NOISE
Check if… The refrigerator is not resting solidly on the floor.
LIGHTS DO NOT WORK
Check if… The power supply cord is unplugged. Light bulb is loose in the socket.
Light bulb has burned out.

Then… Floor is weak or uneven or leveling legs need adjusting. See Installation section .
Then… Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.
Turn the refrigerator control to the OFF position and unplug the refrigerator. Gently remove the bulb and reinsert. Then plug in refrigerator and reset the refrigerator control.
Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage, size and shape available at your local hardware store. (See the Changing the Light Bulb(s) section .) Turn the temperature control to the OFF position and unplug the refrigerator prior to replacement.
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COMPRESSOR MOTOR SEEMS TO RUN TOO MUCH

Check if…

Then…

The refrigerator that was replaced was an older model.

Modern refrigerators with more storage space require more operating time.

The room temperature is hotter than normal.

The motor will run longer under warm conditions. At normal room temperatures, expect your motor to run about 40% to 80% of the time. Under warmer conditions, expect it to run even more often.

The door is opened often or a large amount of food has just been added.

Adding food and opening the door warms the refrigerator. It is normal for the refrigerator to run longer in order to cool the refrigerator back down. Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. See the Food Storage Guide section In order to conserve energy, try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is removed.

The refrigerator was recently plugged in and the refrigerator control was set correctly.

The refrigerator will take up to 24 hours to cool completely.

The refrigerator control is not set correctly for the surrounding conditions.

See the Setting the Controls section

The doors are not closed completely.

Push the doors firmly shut. If they will not shut all the way, see “Doors will not close completely” below.

The condenser coils are dirty.

This prevents air transfer and makes the motor work harder. Clean the condenser coils. Refer to the Care and Cleaning section .

DOORS WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY
Check if… The refrigerator is not level. Food packages are blocking the door open. The ice bin, crisper cover, pans, shelves, door bins or baskets are out of position.
The gaskets are sticking.
The refrigerator wobbles or seems unstable.
The doors were removed during product installation and not properly replaced.

Then…
See the Installation section to level refrigerator.
Rearrange food containers to clear door and door shelves.
Push bins all the way in and put crisper cover, pans, shelves and baskets into their correct positions. See the Using Your Refrigerator section
Clean gaskets and the surface that they touch. Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax on the gaskets after cleaning.
Level the refrigerator. Refer to the Door Closing and Alignment section
Remove and replace the doors according to the Removing, Reversing (optional) and Replacing Refrigerator Doors section , or call a qualified service technician.

FROST OR ICE CRYSTALS ON FROZEN FOOD

Check if…

Then…

The door is not closing properly.

See “Doors will not close completely” above.

The door is opened often.

When the door is opened, warm, humid air is allowed in the freezer resulting in frost.

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ICE HAS OFF-TASTE OR ODOR
Check if…

Then…

The icemaker was recently installed.

Discard first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or off-flavored ice.

The ice has been stored for too long.

Throw away old ice and make new supply.

The food has not been wrapped tightly in either compartment.

Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food is not wrapped properly.

The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur.

A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor problems.

The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning.

See Care and Cleaning section .

Ice storage bin needs cleaning.

Empty and wash bin. Discard old cubes.

THERE IS WATER IN THE DEFROST DRAIN PAN

Check if…

Then…

The refrigerator is defrosting.

The water will evaporate. It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan.

It is more humid than normal.

Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate. This is normal when it is hot or humid.

THE REFRIGERATOR SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE

Check if…

Then…

The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator.

Refer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear section

THE ICEMAKER IS NOT PRODUCING ICE OR ICE CUBES ARE FREEZING TOO SLOWLY

Check if…

Then…

The freezer temperature is cold enough to produce ice. Wait 24 hours after hook-up for ice production. See the Setting the Controls section .

Door left open.

Check to see if something is holding door open.

CUBES PRODUCED BY ICEMAKER ARE TOO SMALL

Check if…

Then…

Smaller cube size level is selected.

Select larger cube size using cube size selector.

Water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to water line may be clogged.

Call a plumber to clear the valve.

THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN
Check if… The gaskets are dirty or sticky.
The door is reopened within a short time after having been opened.

Then…
Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch. Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax on the gaskets following cleaning.
When you open the door, warmer air enters the refrigerator. As the warm air cools, it can create a vacuum. If the door is hard to open, wait 5 minutes to allow the air pressure to equalize, then see if it opens more easily.

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AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER DOES NOT WORK

Check if…

Then…

Icemaker power switch in the O (off) position.

Move the switch to the I (on) position.

Water supply turned off or not connected.

See the Connecting the Water Line section .

Freezer compartment too warm.

Wait 24 hours for the freezer to reach its ideal temperature.

Piled up cubes in the storage bin cause the icemaker Level cubes by hand. to shut off.

TEMPERATURE IS TOO WARM OR THERE IS INTERIOR MOISTURE BUILDUP

Check if…

Then…

The air vents are blocked. Cold air circulates from the freezer to the fresh food section and back again through air vents in the wall dividing the two sections. The doors are opened often.
The control is not set correctly for the surrounding conditions.
A large amount of food has just been added to the refrigerator or freezer. The food is not packaged correctly.
The doors are not closing completely. The weather is humid. A self-defrost cycle was completed.

Locate air vents by using your hand to sense airflow and move all packages that block vents and restrict airflow. Refer To Ensuring Proper Air Circulation for the location of air vents.
When the door is opened, warm humid air is allowed into the refrigerator. The more the door is opened, the faster the humidity builds up, and the more warm air the refrigerator must cool. In order to keep the refrigerator cool, try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy to find and close the door as soon as the food is removed.
Refer to the Setting the Controls section . Wait 24 hours for temperatures to stabilize or even out. If the temperature is too cold or too warm, move the dial one number at a time.
Adding food warms the refrigerator. It can take a few hours for the refrigerator to return to normal temperature.
Wrap food tightly and wipe off damp containers prior to storing in the refrigerator to avoid moisture accumulation. If necessary, repackage food according to the guidelines in the Food Storage Guide section .
See “Doors will not close completely”.
In humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are opened.
It is normal for droplets to form on the back wall after the refrigerator self-defrosts.

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