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Kenmore 106.57572791 User Manual

Kenmore 106.57572791
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Sears Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
2200128 Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 www.sears.com

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Kenmore 106.57572791 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKenmore
Model106.57572791
CategoryRefrigerator
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Refrigerator Safety

Important Safety Instructions

Key precautions to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury during appliance use.

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator

Essential steps for safely disposing of a refrigerator to prevent suffocation hazards.

Parts and Features

Installing Your Refrigerator

Unpacking Your Refrigerator

Procedures for removing packaging, cleaning, and initial setup of the refrigerator.

Space Requirements

Essential clearances and placement guidelines for optimal refrigerator ventilation and door operation.

Electrical Requirements

Recommended Grounding Method

Proper grounding procedures to ensure electrical safety and prevent shock hazards.

Removing the Doors

Removing the Doors

Removing the Door Handles

Step-by-step instructions for safely detaching and removing refrigerator door handles.

Water System Preparation

Connecting the Refrigerator to a Water Source

Cold Water Supply

Requirements for water pressure, temperature, and connection types for the ice maker and dispenser.

Connecting to water line

Detailed instructions for properly connecting the refrigerator to your home's cold water supply line.

Base Grille

To remove the base grille

Instructions for accessing the base grille for cleaning or maintenance purposes.

Door Closing

Understanding Sounds You May Hear

Using Your Refrigerator

Ensuring Proper Air Circulation

Guidelines for maintaining optimal temperatures by ensuring unobstructed airflow within the refrigerator.

Setting the Controls

Adjusting Control Settings

How to adjust the Thermostat and Air Balance controls for ideal refrigerator and freezer temperatures.

Food Storage Guide

Storing Fresh Food

Recommendations for storing various fresh food items to maximize their shelf life and quality.

Food Storage Guide

Storing Frozen Food

Best practices for packaging and storing food in the freezer to prevent spoilage and freezer burn.

Refrigerator Features

Ice Maker Storage Bin

Instructions for removing, emptying, and cleaning the ice maker's storage bin.

Water and Ice Dispensers (on some models)

The ice dispenser

Operation details for dispensing cubed or crushed ice from the refrigerator's dispenser.

Water and Ice Dispensers (on some models)

To dispense ice

Steps and important notes for dispensing ice correctly from the unit.

To dispense water

Instructions for dispensing chilled water and ensuring a fresh supply by flushing the system.

The dispenser light

Information on how to activate and use the illuminated dispenser area.

The dispenser lock (on some models)

How to engage the dispenser lock feature for child safety or easy cleaning.

Water Filtration and Monitoring System (on some models)

The water filter status light

Understanding the indicator light that signals the condition of the water filter cartridge.

Changing a water filter cartridge

Detailed procedure for replacing the refrigerator's water filter cartridge.

Using the dispenser without the water filter

Refrigerator Shelves

Storing similar food items together

Tips for efficient storage by grouping like items and adjusting shelves for accessibility.

To remove a shelf from the metal frame

Instructions for safely removing refrigerator shelves from their metal frame supports.

Shelves and shelf frames

Procedure for detaching and reattaching refrigerator shelves and their supporting frames.

Lateral Shelf (on some models)

To slide the shelf from side to side

How to adjust the position of a lateral shelf within its track for storage flexibility.

To remove the shelf

Steps required to detach and remove a lateral shelf from its mounting tracks.

To remove the shelf track

Instructions for detaching and removing the shelf track assembly from the refrigerator wall.

Convertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer and Cover

To remove the drawer

Step-by-step guide for safely sliding out and removing the convertible drawer.

To remove the cover

Instructions for detaching and removing the cover for the crisper drawer.

Convertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer Temperature Control

Adjusting the control

How to modify the temperature setting for the convertible drawer to suit meat or vegetable storage.

Crisper and Crisper Cover

To remove the crisper

Instructions for sliding out and removing the crisper drawer from its compartment.

To remove the crisper cover

Procedure for detaching and removing the cover assembly from the crisper drawer.

Crisper Humidity Control (on some models)

Crisper Cover Extension (on some models)

To remove the crisper cover extension

Steps to remove the extension piece that covers the gap behind the crisper.

Deli Drawer (on some models)

To remove the deli drawer

Instructions for sliding out and removing the deli drawer from its housing.

Door Rails

Snap-on Door Rails

Procedure for removing and replacing snap-on style door rail components.

Drop-in Door Rails

Instructions for detaching and reattaching drop-in style door rail components.

Door Bins (on some models)

Freezer Shelf (number varies with model)

To remove the shelf

Steps to detach and remove the freezer shelf from its support.

Freezer Basket (plastic bin on some models)

To remove the freezer basket

Instructions for sliding out and removing the freezer basket.

Caring for Your Refrigerator

Cleaning Your Refrigerator

Guidelines and procedures for thoroughly cleaning the interior and exterior of the refrigerator.

Caring for Your Refrigerator

Additional cleaning tips

Tips for cleaning specific parts like outside surfaces, inside walls, door liners, plastic parts, and condenser coils.

Changing the Light Bulbs

Refrigerator light bulbs

Instructions for replacing bulbs in the dispenser area and behind the control panel.

Crisper light (on some models)

Steps for changing the light bulb located within the refrigerator's crisper compartment.

Freezer light bulbs

Instructions for replacing bulbs in the freezer, below the ice bin and in the upper freezer section.

Power Interruptions

Vacation and Moving Care

Vacations

Recommended steps to prepare the refrigerator for periods of absence to maintain freshness.

Moving

Procedures for safely preparing the refrigerator for transportation to a new location.

Troubleshooting

Your refrigerator will not operate

Solutions for common issues when the refrigerator fails to power on or function.

The lights do not work

Troubleshooting steps for addressing non-functioning interior or dispenser lights.

There is water in the defrost drain pan

Explanations for the presence of water in the defrost drain pan, including normal and abnormal causes.

The motor seems to run too much

Reasons for the refrigerator's motor running more frequently than expected, including environmental factors.

Troubleshooting

The door is opened often (motor runs too long)

How frequent door openings affect motor run time and energy efficiency.

The controls are not set correctly for the surrounding conditions

Impact of incorrect control settings on refrigerator performance and temperature regulation.

The doors are not closed completely

Causes and solutions for refrigerator doors that do not seal properly, affecting temperature.

The condenser coils are dirty

How accumulated dirt on condenser coils impairs heat transfer and motor efficiency.

The door gaskets are not sealed all the way around

Identifying and addressing issues with door gaskets that prevent a proper seal.

The refrigerator seems to make too much noise

Troubleshooting guide for identifying and resolving unusual or excessive noises from the refrigerator.

The ice maker is not producing ice

Steps to diagnose and resolve problems preventing the ice maker from producing ice.

The ice maker is producing too little ice

Solutions for addressing reduced output from the ice maker, including installation and usage factors.

Off-taste, odor or grey color in the ice

Causes and remedies for ice that has an undesirable taste, smell, or color.

The ice dispenser will not operate properly

Troubleshooting steps for a malfunctioning ice dispenser mechanism.

Troubleshooting

The wrong ice has been added to the bin

Advice on using only manufacturer-approved ice cubes and checking for obstructions.

The ice has frozen in the ice bin

Methods for resolving instances where ice cubes freeze together in the ice bin.

The ice has melted around the auger (metal spiral) in the ice bucket

Instructions for cleaning the ice bucket when ice melts and refreezes around the auger.

Ice is stuck in the delivery chute

How to safely clear ice blockages from the dispenser delivery chute.

There is no ice in the bucket

Reference to the section addressing the ice maker's failure to produce ice.

The dispenser arm has been held in too long

Guidance on managing dispenser arm activation to prevent motor issues.

The water dispenser will not operate properly

Troubleshooting steps for issues preventing the water dispenser from functioning correctly.

Water or ice is leaking from the dispenser

Identifying causes of leaks from the ice or water dispenser and how to fix them.

The dispenser water is not cool enough

Reasons why the water dispensed may not be adequately chilled, and solutions.

The divider between the two compartments is warm

Explanation of normal warmth in the compartment divider due to exterior moisture control.

Troubleshooting

Temperature is too warm

Addressing issues where the refrigerator or freezer compartments are not maintaining a sufficiently cold temperature.

There is interior moisture build-up

Causes and solutions for excessive condensation and moisture accumulation inside the appliance.

The doors will not close completely

Troubleshooting steps for refrigerator doors that fail to close and seal properly, impacting temperature.

The doors are difficult to open

Identifying and resolving issues that make it hard to open the refrigerator doors, often related to gaskets.

Water flow from the dispenser decreases noticeably

Steps to diagnose and resolve a significant reduction in water flow from the dispenser, often related to the filter.

Sears Maintenance Agreement

"We Service What We Sell"

Sears' pledge regarding the quality and comprehensiveness of their service for appliances.

Sears Maintenance Agreement

Overview of the benefits and coverage provided by the Sears appliance maintenance service program.

Water Filter Certifications

State of California Department of Health Services

Official certification details for the water treatment device from California health authorities.

Product Data Sheet

Water Filtration System Model NLC-250

Technical specifications, performance data, and application guidelines for the NLC-250 water filter.

Product Data Sheet

Water Filtration System Model LC-400

Technical specifications, performance data, and application guidelines for the LC-400 water filter.

Product Data Sheet

Water Filtration System Model WF-L500

Technical specifications, performance data, and application guidelines for the WF-L500 water filter.

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