Kenmore 7531 Use and Care Guide
Kenmore 7531 - 22.0 cu. Ft. Top Freezer Refrigerator Manual
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® TOP FREEZER REFRIGERATOR i CONGELADOR SUPERIOR REFRIGERADOR CONGI_LATEUR SUPI_RIEUR REFRIGI_RATEUR Models / Modelos / ModUles 795.7531 W= coJor number IT! Z 0 t" m t_ Z m t_ Z_ 0 r" Z m t_ MFL61920605 Printed in Mexico Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.sears.com - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 2
Record 3-4 Safety instructions 5-6 Grounding Requirements 6 Parts and Features 7 Refrigerator Installation Unpacking Your Refrigerator Installation Base Grille When you move About the Automatic Ice Maker Connecting the Water Line Troubleshooting Guide 22 22 22 23 23 23 24-25 24 24 24 24 24 - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 3
This Warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for: 1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags. 2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 4
= phone support from a Sears representative on all products. Think of us as a "talking owner's manual." [] refrigerator compartment. Have these items of information available whenever you contact Sears concerning your product. Model No. Serial No. Date of Purchase Dealer Save these instructions - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 5
outlet. • Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. 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 - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 6
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 type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 7
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 - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 8
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 - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 9
or Utility Bins from doors. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury. If entrance is less than 35-inches wide, the refrigerator's doors will need to be removed. TOOLS NEEDED: • 10mm or 13/32-inch socket wrench (with 2-inch extension for bottom door hinge) - No. 2 Phillips head - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 10
Loosenandremovethe2 boltsandthephillipshead screwto removetheMiddleHingeBrackeftrom refrigeratocrabine(tFig.7 and8).Setpartsaside. Fig.7 REPLACE REFRIGERATOR DOOR • Insert the water tube and wire harness through the bottom hinge. Being careful not to damage the water tube or wire harness, feed them - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 11
Insert lines Locking clip-- - Place Upper Hinge Pin in the top of freezer door and line up the Upper Hinge with holes in top of refrigerator. Use the 3 bolts to replace Hinge. Fig. 15 , Carefully force-fit Top Hinge Cover back into place over Hinge, Fig. 16 Reattach Base Grille when - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 12
flipping over, place on top of Hinge Pin Insert Bracket, and tighten both down with the screw. Fig. 22 Pry off cover on top of refrigerator on left side to uncover screw holes. Set freezer door and Top Hinge parts to the side and remove - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 13
Using an adjustable wrench remove Bottom Nut. As described in REMOVE REFRIGERATOR DOOR. Insert flat blade screwdriver into corner notches on bottom of Set cover aside. Right cover Fig. 27 Use phillips screwdriver to remove tube guide screw. Pull tube all the way up and out of door. Set tube - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 14
shown below. c water tube ctlp water [uiee Fig. 37 i.i_i • IMPORTANT: Insert the wire harness into the base as shown below. Fig. 38 • Turn refrigerator door upside down on a non-scratch surface and remove cap cover located on the left Side using a flat-head screwdriver. Then attach the cap - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 15
until it comes out of the bottom left corner of door. ° Insert and reattach tube guide. S._ew Fig. 43 seudcerew• Flip the middle hinge bracket (flange now will be on top) and position on left side of refrigerator and re-attach with two bolts and a phillips screw. Fig. 48 left channel right - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 16
hinge and re-attach Hinge Pin to Hinge Bracket with 1/4in socket wrench. Fig. 51 Bracket • With the refrigerator door fully opened reconnect tube and connectors as described in REPLACE - REFRIGERATOR DOOR. Put freezer door down over the Hinge Pin on the middle Hinge Pin Bracket. Fig. 52 , Replace - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 17
, and you should turn both Leveling Screws the same amount. 5. Replace the base grille. Place level on refrigerator shelf as shown below DOOR ALIGNMENT If the space between your doors is uneven, follow the instructions below to align the doors: 1. Gently pry off the Top Hinge Cover with a flat head - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 18
vents are blocked, airflow will be interrupted and temperature and moisture problems may occur. IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any foods tightly. (See the Food Storage Guide section for details.) Note: If you close the refrigerator door forcefully, the freezer door may open - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 19
STORAGE GUIDE Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in Lock Mode. (See "WATER LOCK" instructions). Milk I_ Wipe milk cartons. models) on interior shelf, not on door shelf. Wash, let dry, and store in refrigerator necessary to avoid possible leaks or problems when dispensing water. Leftovers 19 - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 20
guide or a reliable cookbook, Packaging Successful freezing depends on correct packaging. Close and seal packages so no air or moisture can pass in or out. If it does, you could have food odor and taste transferred throughout the refrigerator package or container instructions for proper freezing - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 21
the other. Failure to do so may result in the shelf falling or spilling food. 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 - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 22
door bins are removable for easy cleaning and adjusting. They have slots in the sides which fit into support slots placed at intervals on refrigerator door. 1. To remove a bin, lift the bin up until it clears the support slots and lift out. 2. To replace a bin, push into door and down onto a set of - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 23
dairybinor canracksimplyliftup andpullout. 2.Toreplacethe dairybin or canrack,slideit in abovethedesiredsupporst lotsandpushdownuntilit stops. Dair_ Bin Can Rack ICE TRAY (On Some Models) Icemaking = Pour water to the level indicated in the picture. Do not overfill with water, or ice cubes will - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 24
cloth. Do Not use wax on stainless steel exteriors. Use a product specially designed for polishing stainless steel appliances, or clean with a thoroughly. BACK COVER ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Before you begin, either unplug the refrigerator or turn off power at the circuit breaker or fuse box. Failure - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 25
well and tape them together so they don't shift and rattle during the move. Refer to sections in Using your Refrigerator for removal instructions. 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 - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 26
it lowers to freezing temperature. NOTE: Automatic Icemaker feature is included only in certain models. Other models are Ice Maker ready, Please check your product specifications, OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12 to 24 hours to begin making ice. Icemaker Cube Size - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 27
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 on models without a water filter and between 40 and 120 p.s.i, on models with a - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 28
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) 4. FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve 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 - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 29
Connection Ferule (sleeve) Tubing Clamp 114" Compression Nut 1/4" Tubing Fasten the tubbing into the Clamp attached to the back of the refrigerator. First, loosen the screw fastening the clamp. Next, insert the tubing in the groove. Finally, re-fasten the screw, [] CAUTION: Check to see if - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 30
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 light is blinking, Water Lock function is activated, See "WATER LOCK" instructions, Water does not dispense, Check if house valve is opened, Water - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 31
MUCH Check if... Then... The refrigerator that was replaced was an older model. The room temperature is hotter than normal. Modern refrigerators with more storage space require more operating REPLACING DOORS or REVERSING DOORS section, or call a Sears or other qualified service technician. 31 - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 32
The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur. The interior of refrigerator needs cleaning. Throw away old ice and make new supply Rewrap foods . A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor problems. See CARE AND CLEANING section. Ice storage bin needs cleaning. Empty - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 33
if it opens more easily. AUTOMATIC ICEMAKER DOES NOT WORK (icemaker On Some Models) Check if... Then... lcemaker power switch in the O (off) position, the FOOD STORAGE GUIDE section. See "Doors will not close completely". In humid weather, air carries moisture into refrigerator when doors are - Kenmore 7531 | Use and Care Guide - Page 34
, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. For Sears professional installation of home Sears Parts & Repair Service Center 1-800-488-1222 (U.S.A.) www.sears.com 1-800-469-4663 (Canada) www.sears.ca To purchase a protection agreement on a product serviced by Sears
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®
TOP
FREEZER
REFRIGERATOR
i
CONGELADOR
SUPERIOR
REFRIGERADOR
CONGI_LATEUR
SUPI_RIEUR
REFRIGI_RATEUR
Models
/
Modelos
/
ModUles
795.7531
W=
coJor number
IT!
Z
0
t"
m
t_
Z
m
t_
Z_
0
r"
Z
m
t_
MFL61920605
Sears,
Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL
60179
U.S.A.
www.sears.com
Printed
in
Mexico