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Kenmore 57278 - page 1
Contents ° Safety Instructions ........................................................... 2 " Grounding Requirements ........................................ 2, 3 • Starting the Refrigerator .......................................... 3 " Adjusting the Controls ................................................... 4 - Energy_Saving Tips ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIO Read all instructions before using this appliance. WARNING- When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following: • Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual. " This refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with th ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 3
Use of adapter plug Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against use of on adapter pbg However, if you still elect to use an adapter, where Iocal codes permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two-prong wal_ outlet by use of a UL listed adapter (Fig. 2) available at most local ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 4
Adjusting the Controls FREEZER CONTROL COLD INITIAL COLDEST SETTING ALLOW 24 HOURS BETWEEN ADJUSTMENTS FRESH FOOD CONTROL OFF COLD INITIAL COLDEST SETTING Two controls let you regulate the temperature in the fresh food and freezer compartments At first, set both controls at 'qnitial Setting" Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 5
Food Storage Suggestions Suggested Storage Times DAYS MONTHS IN IN Eating quality drops REFRIGERATOR FREEZER after time shown AT AT 35 ° to 40°F. O°F. Fresh Meats Roasts (Beef & Lamb} .... 3to5 6ta12 Roasts (Pork & Veal} ......... 3 to 5 4 to 8 Steaks (Beef) ........................... 3 to 5 6 to 12 Chops (Lamb) .............. 3 to 5 6 ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 6
Food Storage Suggestions Tips on Freezing Foods (continued) To freeze meat, fish and poultry, wrap welI in freezer-weight foil (or other heavy-duty wrapping material) forming it carefully to the shape of the contents This expels air Fold and crimp ends of the package to provide a good, lasting seal. Don't refreeze meat that has completeTy thaw ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 7
Multi-Position Freezer Compartment Shelves Shelf supports at various bvels in the freezer compartment let you reposition the shelves from time to time to better accommodate your variable inventory of frozen foods.. To repasition shelves: 1. While pressing tabs on shelf supports on the right wall, lift the shelf out of the grooves in the supports 2o ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 8
Features ICE ACCESS DOOR Lift it to turn icemaker on or off, or to level ice cubes in storage bin from time to time,. PERATURE CONTROLS Set both controls to "INITIAL SETTING." They may need adjusting later° See "Adiusting the Controls" ICE STORAGE COMPARTMENT _-.-._ ice is made and stored here until called for by pressing the d ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 9
Automatic Icemaker and Ice & Water Dispenser How it Works Your refrigerator has an automatic icemaker and a dispenser that dispenses water, ice cubes and crushed ice (on some models) through the freezer compartment door Here's how they work Water flows from the household supply through a (1) dual solenoid valve to the (2) water tubing and ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 10
Automatic Icemaker and Ice & Water Dispenser Icoot noedl Once Your Icemaker & Dispenser are in Operation Throw away the first few batches of ice cubes ( 16 or 24 cubes)_This wilt flush away any impurities in the water line Do the same thing after vacations or extended periods when ice isn't used. To clean out the line, pour the first s ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 11
Ice Service Icemaker Water Line Installation Requirements You will need a shutoff valve, two t/4" OD compression nuts, two compression sieeves and enough 1/4" O, D copper tubing to connect refrigerator to water source (Your Sears Store or Catalog Sales Ofice has a kit available with a saddle- type shutoff valve and copper tubing, Before p ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 12
Care and Cleaning Outside The water and ice dispenser spill shelf should be wiped dry immediately to prevent spotting Water left on the shelf may leave deposits that you can remove by soaking in undiluted vinegar You can atso use a paste of non-precipitating water softener (such as Calgon brand) and water, or one teaspoon of citric acid powder per ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 13
Fit the end of the plastic drawer support into the slot on the gasket, with the rubber gasket flap facing you Make sure the gasket snaps into place, After cleaning, replace drawers and covers in reverse order. Relnstall the gasket at the rear of the topdrawer. Drain Opening in Freezer Compartment When cleaning, remove the freezer bin and flush a so ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 14
Before You Call for Service Save time and money Check this listof causes of minor operating problemsyou can correct yourself Refrigerator does not operate ° May be in defrost cycle when motor does not operate for about 30 minutes ° Temperature control in OFF position ° If interior light is not on, refrigerator may not be plugged in at wall outle ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 15
Cube dispenser does not work a No ice cubes Remove storage container If cubesare frozen to wire arm, remove cubes o No ice cubes Icemakeror water supply turned off. o Irregular ice clumps in storage container. Break up as many as you can with fingertip pressure and discard the remaining clumps Water has poor taste/odor If water dispenser has not be ...
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Kenmore 57278 - page 16
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON REFRIGERATOR For one year from date of purchase, when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, Sears will repair this refrigerator, free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship. FULL FIVE-YEARWARRANTY ON SEALED REFRIGERATION SYSTEM For five ...
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