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- Page 1 Use & Care Guide Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien English / Français Models/Modèles: 970-7070* Kenmore Elite ® French Door Bottom Freezer Compartiments Superposés * = Color number, le noméro de la couleur P/N 242163000 (1106) Sears Canada Inc. Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Record Model/Serial Numbers Important Safety Instructions Please Read and Save these Instructions Safety Precautions This Use & Care Guide provides specific operating Do not attempt to install or operate your unit until you instructions for your model. Use your unit only as instructed have read the safety precautions in this manual. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions (Continued) WARNING WARNING Please read all safety instructions before using your These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety new appliance. mechanisms in this unit will operate properly. For Your Safety Electrical Information • Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable •... -
Page 4: Warranty Information
Warranty Information Kenmore Elite Limited Warranty When this appliance is installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, the following warranty coverage applies. To arrange for warranty service, ® call 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663). • For one year from the date of purchase, free repair will be provided if any non- consumable part of this appliance fails due to defective materials or workmanship. -
Page 5: Master Protection Agreements
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 Agreement can save you money and aggravation. The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product. -
Page 6: Features At A Glance
Features at a Glance *Features may vary according to model NOTE *Non-Dispenser model shown here. *Dispenser model has an ice maker in the top left corner of the Fresh Food section. *Incandescent Light Water Flipper Guide *LED Light Filter Dairy Compartment Air Filter SpillProof... -
Page 7: Installation
Installation Required Tools You will need the following tools: Installation This Use & Care Guide provides general installation and operating instructions for your model. We recommend • Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, using a service or kitchen contracting professional to install proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical your refrigerator. - Page 8 Installation (Continued) Leveling Freezer Drawer (if necessary) Most of these conditions can be met by raising or lowering the adjustable front rollers. To level the freezer drawer: To level the cabinet using the front rollers: 1. Check gasket seal around top, bottom, and sides of 1.
- Page 9 Installation (Continued) To adjust the door stop: 5. Re-tighten screw. Door stop is adjustable between 85 to 145 degrees. NOTE View shown is looking up at the bottom of the refrigerator door. Re-tighten Screw 6. Ensure door stops in desired location before resuming normal use.
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Page 10: Installation
Installation (Continued) 4. Lift the door while adjusting the washer. To raise the To adjust the flipper mullion: door, rotate washer clockwise (when viewed from 1. Loosen the screw located on the flipper mullion the bottom). To lower door, rotate washer counter- hinge. -
Page 11: Door Removal
Door Removal Instructions Getting Through Narrow Spaces To remove the refrigerator doors: 1. Trace lightly around the door’s top hinges with a If your refrigerator will not fit through an entrance area, pencil. This makes reinstallation easier. you can remove the doors. Check first by measuring the entrance. -
Page 12: Door Removal
Door Removal Instructions (Continued) 4. Unscrew the three (3) lower hinge screws and hinge if Installing Freezer Drawer necessary. 1. With lower slides pulled out, hang drawer onto slide To reinstall the right door, reverse the above steps. brackets ensuring pins on each side are fully inserted into slots on each side. -
Page 13: Installing Door Handles
Installing Door Handles Door Handle Mounting Instructions for Kenmore Elite 1. Remove handles from carton and any other protective packaging. 2. Position fresh food handle end over upper and lower pre-installed shoulder bolts (A) that are fastened into door, ensuring the holes for the set screws are facing towards the opposite door. -
Page 14: Connecting The Water Supply
Connecting the Water Supply To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve WARNING 1. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source. 2. Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket. Turn To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe ON water supply and flush supply line until water is personal injury, disconnect the refrigerator from electrical clear. -
Page 15: Controls
Controls IQ-Touch A red indicator light will be illuminated above most active features. Touch the icon to activate the options below. quick ice Increases the production of ice quick freeze Activates a faster rate for freezing food. air filter Touch to display filter status. Press and hold for three (3) seconds to reset after filter change. - Page 16 Controls (Continued) Sabbath Mode The Sabbath Mode is a feature that disables portions of the refrigerator and its controls in accordance with observance of the weekly Sabbath and religious holidays within the Orthodox Jewish community. Sabbath Mode is turned ON and OFF by pressing and holding both the freezer “...
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Page 17: Automatic Ice Maker
Automatic Ice Maker - Freezer Operation & Care of the Freezer Ice Maker • The following sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating: (select models) - Motor running After the refrigerator is installed properly, the ice maker - Ice dropping into ice bin can produce ice within 24 hours. -
Page 18: Storage Features
Storage Features Crispers CAUTION Crisper drawers are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. To avoid injury from breakage, handle tempered glass shelves carefully. NOTE Features may vary according to model. Your refrigerator includes Spill-Proof glass shelves that are designed to catch and hold accidental spills. -
Page 19: Deli Drawer
Storage Features (Continued) Deli Drawer 6. Place bin liner into bin. Ideal for storage of deli meats and cheese. Accessories (varies by model) Dairy Compartment Use the dairy compartment, at the top of the fresh food compartment door, for short-term storage of cheese, Doors spreads, or butter. -
Page 20: Storage Features
Storage Features (Continued) Dividers Removal Lift up on the front of the divider and pull out. Basket Removing Upper Basket To reinstall upper basket, position basket onto the retainer clips making sure the front of the basket rests in the Basket Divider retainer clips on the stabilizer bar. -
Page 21: Storing Food And Saving Energy
Storing Food and Saving Energy Ideas for Storing Foods Ideas for Saving Energy Fresh Food Storage Installation • Keep the fresh food compartment between 34° F and • Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, 40° F with an optimum temperature of 37° F. out of direct sunlight, and away from heating ducts or registers. -
Page 22: Normal Operating Sounds And Sights
Normal Operating Sounds and Sights Understanding the Sounds You May Hear NOTE Your new, high-efficiency refrigerator may introduce Energy efficient foam in your refrigerator is not a sound unfamiliar sounds. These sounds normally indicate your insulator. refrigerator is operating correctly. Some surfaces on floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make these sounds more noticeable. -
Page 23: Changing The Filter
Changing the Filter Locating the Filters More about your Advanced Water Filter Your refrigerator is equipped with water filtering system. The Kenmorepure! ice and water filter system The water filter system filters all dispensed drinking water, is tested and certified to NSF/ANSI Standards as well as the water used to produce ice. -
Page 24: Changing The Filter
Changing the Filter (Continued) Air Filter (select models) Ordering Replacement Filters The air filter is located under the utility bin. Order new filters through the dealer where you bought your refrigerator. You may want to consider ordering extra Replacing your Kenmoreclean! Air Filter filters when you first install your refrigerator. -
Page 25: Care & Cleaning
Care & Cleaning Protecting Your Investment Keeping your refrigerator clean maintains its appearance and prevents odor build-up. Wipe up any spills immediately and clean the freezer and fresh food compartments at least twice a year. NOTE Do not use abrasive cleaners such as window sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches, or cleansers containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior doors, gaskets, or cabinet liners. -
Page 26: Vacation And Moving Tips
Care & Cleaning (continued) Vacation and Moving Tips Occasion Tips • Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of three (3) weeks or less. Short Vacations • Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment. • Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket, even if you will only be gone a few days. • Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one (1) month or more. -
Page 27: Care & Cleaning
Care & Cleaning (continued) Replacing LED Lights (select models) To Replace Light Bulbs: 1. Unplug your refrigerator’s power cord. The fresh food compartments of your refrigerator 2. Wear protective gloves. may have LED lights. Always use Frigidaire parts for 3. Remove light cover, if necessary. replacement. -
Page 28: Before You Call
Before You Call CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER Ice maker is not mak- • Ice maker is turned off. • Turn on ice maker. For the freezer ice maker, lower ing any ice. the wire signal arm. •... -
Page 29: Before You Call
Before You Call (continued) CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION RUNNING OF REFRIGERATOR Compressor does not • Freezer control is set to “OF” or “0”. • Set freezer control. run. • Refrigerator is in defrost cycle. • This is normal for a fully automatic defrost refrig- erator. - Page 30 Get it fixed, at your home or ours! Your Home For troubleshooting, product manuals and expert advice: www.managemylife.com For repair – in your home – of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories and owner’s manuals that you need to do-it-yourself.