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Kenmore Bottom-Mount Refrigerator - Troubleshooting Specific Issues; Frequent Refrigerator Operation (Continued); Unit Water Leakage Problems; Ice Formation in Ice Maker Inlet

Kenmore Bottom-Mount Refrigerator
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OPERATION
(continued)
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Controls need to be adjusted. See “Installation Instructions—How to Adjust the
Temperature Controls” section on how to adjust your
controls.
See “Installation Instructions—How to Level Your
Refrigerator” section on how to properly level unit.
Check gaskets for proper seal. Clean, if necessary. See
section on “Hints and Care—How to Clean Your Unit” for
instructions.
Refrigerator runs too
frequently (continued)
Door is not closing properly.
Check for internal obstructions that are keeping door from
closing properly (i.e. improperly closed drawers, ice
buckets, oversized or improperly stored containers or
foodstuffs, etc.).
ICE
Unit is leaking water Plastic tubing was used to complete water
connection.
Sears recommends using copper tubing for installation.
Plastic is less durable and can cause leakage. Sears is
not responsible for property damage due to improper
installation or water connection.
Improper water valve was installed.
See section on “Installation Instructions—How to Connect
the Water Supply” for instructions. Self-piercing and
3
/
16
saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the
line over time.
Sears is not responsible for property
damage due to improper installation or water
connection.
Ice forms in inlet tube to ice
maker
Water pressure is low.
Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per
square inch to function properly. A minimum pressure of 35
pounds per square inch is recommended for units with
water filters.
Freezer temperature is too high.
See “Installation Instructions—How to Adjust the
Temperature Controls” section on how to adjust your
controls. Freezer is recommended to be between 0 to 2°F
(-18 to –17°C).
Water pressure is low.
Water pressure must be between 20 to 100 pounds per
square inch to function properly. A minimum pressure of 35
pounds per square inch is recommended for units with
water filters.
Water flow is slower than
normal
Improper water valve was installed.
See section on “Installation Instructions—How to Connect
the Water Supply” for instructions. Self-piercing and
3
/
16
saddle valves cause low water pressure and may clog the
line over time. Sears is not responsible for property
damage due to improper installation or water
connection.
Trouble Shooting

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