Sears T1KB2/T1RFKB2 Ice dispenser will not operate properly, Water is leaking from the dispenser

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Odor transfer from food? Use airtight, moisture proof packaging to store food.

Are there minerals (such as sulfur) in the water? A water filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals.

Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator? Gray or dark discoloration in ice indicates that the water filtration system needs additional flushing.

The ice dispenser will not operate properly

If the ice storage bin is located on the door, remove the temporary shield from underneath the ice storage bin. See “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”

Freezer door closed completely? Close the door firmly. If it does not close completely, see “The doors will not close completely.”

Ice bin installed correctly? Be sure the ice bin is firmly in position.

New installation? Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation for ice production to begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice production.

Ice stuck in the delivery chute? Use a plastic utensil to clear the delivery chute.

Has the wrong ice been added to the bin? Use only cubes produced by the current ice maker.

Has the ice melted around the auger (metal spiral) in the ice bin? Empty the ice container. Use warm water to melt the ice if necessary.

WARNING

Cut Hazard

Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice.

Failure to do so can result in cuts.

Is the ice dispenser stalling while dispensing “crushed” ice? Change the ice button from “crushed” to “cubed.” If cubed ice dispenses correctly, depress the button for “crushed” ice and begin dispensing again.

Has the dispenser arm been held in too long? Ice will stop dispensing when the arm is held in too long. Wait 3 minutes for dispenser motor to reset before using again.

The water dispenser will not operate properly

Freezer door closed completely? Close the door firmly. If it does not close completely, see “The doors will not close completely.”

Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve turned on? Connect refrigerator to water supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open.

Is the water pressure at least 30 psi (207 kPa)? The water pressure to the home determines the flow from the dispenser. See “Water Supply Requirements.”

Kink in the home water source line? Straighten the water source line.

New installation? Flush and fill the water system.

Water filter installed on the refrigerator? The filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed.

Is a reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water supply? See “Water Supply Requirements” in either the Installation Instructions or the Use & Care Guide.

Water is leaking from the dispenser

NOTE: One or two drops of water after dispensing is normal.

Glass not being held under the dispenser long enough? Hold the glass under the dispenser 2 to 3 seconds after releasing the dispenser lever.

New installation? Flush the water system. See “Prepare the Water System” or “Water and Ice Dispensers.”

Recently changed water filter? Flush the water system. See “Prepare the Water System” or “Water and Ice Dispensers.”

The dispenser water is not cool enough

NOTE: Water from the dispenser is chilled to only 50°F (10°C).

New installation? Allow 24 hours after installation for the water supply to cool completely.

Recently dispensed large amount of water? Allow 24 hours for water supply to cool completely.

Water not been recently dispensed? The first glass of water may not be cool. Discard the first glass of water.

Refrigerator connected to a cold water pipe? Make sure the refrigerator is connected to a cold water pipe. See “Water Supply Requirements.”

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Contents Side by Side Refrigerator Table of Contents Kenmore Appliance Warranty ONE Year Limited WarrantyDisclaimer of Implied Warranties Limitation of Remedies Refrigerator Safety Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or FreezerTake off the doors Clean Before Using Installation InstructionsUnpack the Refrigerator Location RequirementsElectrical Requirements Water Supply RequirementsBase Grille Door Closing and Alignment Refrigerator DoorsRemove the Handles optional Reconnect both ground wires Reconnect wiring plugRemove the Doors Replace the Doors and HingesConnect the Water Supply Adjust the DoorsPrepare the Water System Complete the InstallationStyle 2 Connection to Water Line Style 3 Connection to Shut-off ValveAdjusting Controls Using the ControlsRefrigerator USE Normal SoundsChilled Door Bin Crisper Humidity ControlWater and Ice Dispensers On some modelsWater Filtration System Water Filter Status LightDispenser Light Dispenser Lock on some modelsIce Maker and Storage Bin On some models AccessoryDeli Bin Refrigerator ShelvesConvertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer Crisper and Covers Wine RackDoor Features Freezer FeaturesRefrigerator Care CleaningDoor Bins Changing the Light BulbsVacation and Moving Care Power InterruptionsRefrigerator Operation TroubleshootingIce and Water Temperature and MoistureIce dispenser will not operate properly New installation? Flush and fill the water systemWater dispenser will not operate properly Water is leaking from the dispenserWater Filter Certifications AccessoriesU.S.A CanadaApplication Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters Product Data SheetÍndice Garantía DE LOS Electrodomésticos Kenmore Garantía Limitada DE UN AÑOExclusión DE Garantías Implícitas Limitación DE Recursos Antes de tirar su refrigerador o congelador viejo Seguridad DEL RefrigeradorDesempaque el refrigerador Instrucciones DE InstalaciónRequisitos de ubicación Quite los materiales de empaqueRequisitos eléctricos Requisitos del suministro de aguaRejilla de la base Cómo cerrar y alinear las puertas Puertas del refrigeradorQuite las agarraderas opcional Quite las puertasVuelva a colocar las puertas y las bisagras Conexión del suministro de agua Ajuste las puertasCómo cerrar la puerta Alinee las puertasEstilo 2 Conexión a la línea de agua Estilo 3 Conexión a la válvula de cierreCómo terminar la instalación Prepare el sistema de agua USO DE SU RefrigeradorSonidos normales Cómo asegurar la debida circulación Del aireControl de temperatura del cajón Convertible Uso de los controlesControl de humedad del cajón para Verduras Depósito enfriador de la puertaEl despachador de agua Despachadores de agua y hieloPara despachar agua El despachador de hieloSistema de filtración de agua Luz del estado del filtro de aguaLa luz del despachador El bloqueo del despachador en algunos modelosEn algunos modelos Accesorio Fábrica de hielo y depósitoUso del despachador sin el cartucho del filtro de agua Para encender y apagar la fábrica de hieloRecipiente para carnes frías Características DEL RefrigeradorEstantes del refrigerador RecuerdePortabotellas Características DEL CongeladorCompartimiento para alimentos Estante del congeladorCuidado DE SU Refrigerador Características DE LA PuertaRieles o recipientes de la puerta Recipientes de la puertaLuz del despachador en algunos modelos Cómo cambiar los focosLuz del panel de control del refrigerador Luz del cajón para verdurasCuidado durante las vacaciones y Mudanzas Cortes de corrienteLuz inferior del congelador en algunos modelos Si Ud. decide apagar el refrigerador antes de irseFuncionamiento del refrigerador Solución DE ProblemasHielo y agua Temperatura y humedadEl despachador de agua no funciona debidamente El despachador de hielo no funciona debidamenteHay fugas de agua del despachador El agua del despachador no está lo suficientemente fríaAccesorios Contratos DE ProtecciónEn los EE.UU En CanadáPautas de aplicación/Parámetros para el suministro de agua Hoja DE Datos DEL ProductoTable DES Matières Garantie Limitée DE UN AN Garantie DES Appareils Ménagers KenmoreSécurité DU Réfrigérateur Avant de jeter votre vieux réfrigérateur ou congélateurEnlever les portes Exigences demplacement Instructions D’INSTALLATIONDéballage du réfrigérateur Enlèvement des matériaux demballageGrille de la base Spécifications électriquesRaccord du conduit Portes du réfrigérateurRéinstallation des portes et des charnières Enlèvement des poignées facultatifEnlèvement des portes Raccordement de la canalisation deau Ajustement des portesFermeture des portes Alignement des portesAchever l’installation Style 2 Connexion à la canalisation deauStyle 3 Connexion au robinet darrêt Préparation du système d’eau Utilisation DU RéfrigérateurSons normaux Pour s’assurer d’une circulation d’air AppropriéeCommande de température du tiroir Convertible Utilisation des commandesRéglage de lhumidité dans le bac Légumes Compartiment froid de la porteLe distributeur d’eau Distributeurs d’eau et de glaçonsDistribution d’eau Le distributeur de glaçonsSystème de filtration d’eau Remplacement du filtre à eauLe lampe du distributeur Le verrouillage du distributeur sur certains modèlesMachine à glaçons et bac dentreposage Sur certains modèles accessoireTablettes du réfrigérateur Caractéristiques DU RéfrigérateurBac pour spécialités alimentaires Légumes et couverclesCasier à vin Caractéristiques DU CongélateurCasier utilitaire Tablette de congélateurEntretien DU Réfrigérateur Caractéristiques DE LA PorteTringles de la porte ou balconnets Balconnets de porteLampe du distributeur sur certains modèles Lampe du tableau de commande du réfrigérateurLampe du bac à légumes Fini Ultra Satin apparence inox Laver avec une épongeEntretien avant les vacances ou lors ’un déménagement Pannes de courantLampe inférieure du congélateur sur certains modèles DéménagementFonctionnement du réfrigérateur DépannageGlaçons et eau Température et humiditéLe distributeur deau ne fonctionne pas correctement Le distributeur de glaçons ne fonctionne pas correctementDe leau suinte du distributeur Leau du distributeur nest pas assez froideAccessoires Aux États-UnisAu Canada Système de filtration d’eau à la grille de la base Feuille DE Données SUR LE ProduitSears Brands, LLC 2309568

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