Kenmore 795.7827, 795.7900 Refrigerator Seems to Make TOO Much Noise, Doors are Difficult to Open

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ICE HAS OFF-TASTE OR ODOR

Check if...

The icemaker was recently installed.

The ice has been stored for too long.

Food has not been wrapped tightly in either compartment,

The water supply contains minerals such as sulfur.

Then...

Discard first few batches of ice to avoid discolored or off-flavored ice.

Throw away old ice and make new supply.

Rewrap foods since odors may migrate to the ice if food is not wrapped properly.

A filter may need to be installed to eliminate taste and odor problems.

The

interior

of refrigerator needs cleaning.

See Care and

Cleaning

section.

Ice storage

bin needs

cleaning.

Empty

and wash bin. Discard old cubes.

THERE IS WATER

IN THE DEFROST

DRAIN PAN

 

 

 

Check

if...

 

 

Then...

 

 

 

The

refrigerator is defrosting.

The water will

evaporate.

It is normal for water to drip into the

 

 

 

 

defrost

pan.

 

 

It is more humid than normal.

Expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate. This is normal when it is hot or humid.

THE REFRIGERATOR SEEMS TO MAKE TOO MUCH NOISE

Check

if...

Then...

 

The

sounds may be normal for your refrigerator.

I Refer to the Understanding Sounds You May Hear section.

I

 

 

I

I

THE ICEMAKER IS NOT PRODUCING ICE OR ICE CUBES ARE FREEZING TOO SLOWLY

 

Check

if...

Then...

 

The freezer temperature is cold enough to produce ice. Wait 24 hours after hook-up for ice production. See the the Controls Section.

Door left open.Check to see if something is holding the door open.

CUBES PRODUCED BY ICEMAKER ARE TOO SMALL

Check if...

Then...

Water shutoff valve connecting refrigerator to water

I Call a plumber to clear the valve.

line may be clogged.

I

 

THE DOORS ARE DIFFICULT TO OPEN

Setting /

t

I

Check if...

Then...

The gaskets are dirty or sticky.

Clean gaskets and the surfaces that they touch. Rub a thin coat of appliance polish or kitchen wax on the gaskets after cleaning

The door is reopened within a short time after having been opened.

When you open the door, warmer air enters the refrigerator. As the warm air cools, it can create a vacuum. If the door is hard to open, wait 5 minutes to allow the air pressure to equalize, then see if it opens more easily.

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Contents = color number English Version Spanish French Disclaimer of implied warranties limitation of remedies One Year Limited WarrantyMaster Protection Agreements Page Electrical Shock Hazard Before YOU Throw Away Your OLD Refrigerator Or FreezerRecommended Grounding Method USE of Extension CordsODurabase Freezer Drawer ModelFreezer Swing Door Model Base Grille Instructions InstallationTo Install Base Grille Unpacking Your RefrigeratorHOW to Remove Refrigerator Door HOW to Remove Pull OUT DrawerFor Freezer Drawer Models Replacing Refrigerator Door Ta es TopIpprts Lower door into final position and tighten the screws HOW to Install Pull OUT DrawerREMOVING,REVERSING and Replacing Refrigerator Doors For Freezer Drawer ModelsFlat-head screwdriver for prying Pin HOW to Reverse Door Handle For Freezer Swing Models HOW to Replace Refrigerator Freezer DoorsRefrigerator Doors For Freezer Swing Models 10mm or 13/32-inch socket wrenchNo Phillips head screwdriver 4inch socket wrench Pin Insert Bracket After Instructions below to align the doors After Completing the JOBLeveling and Door Closing Door AlignmentIdentify your control type Ensuring Proper AIR CirculationRefrigerator Adjusting Control SettingsStoring Frozen Food Food Storage GuideConvenience Shelves optional on some models Refrigerator ShelvesSliding Out Shelves optional on some models To remove a sliding shelf from its metal frameCrisper Humidity Control on some models Refrigerator FeaturesPantry On some modelsTo remove the crisper cover Crisper Cover with Lattice on InnerSurface on some models To remove the glassDoor Bins Door RacksDurabase Divider on some models Dairy BINEGG BOX on some models Durabase on some modelsTilting Door on some models Wire Durabase on some modelsHow to use GLIDE-OUT Drawer Basket on some modelsDoor Liners and Gaskets General Cleaning TipsLight Bulb Replacement OutsidePower Interruptions To change the freezer lightIf you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you Preparing for Vacation When YOU should SET the Icemaker Power Switch to O OFFIcemaker Normal Sounds YOU MAY HearBefore YOU Begin Power drillTighten the Pipe Clamp Installation Instructions Choose the Valve LocationDrill the Hole for the Valve Fasten the Shut OFF ValveStart the Icemaker Connect the Tubing to the RefrigeratorTurn the Water on AT the Shut OFF Valve Plug in the RefrigeratorThen Refrigerator does not OperateVibration or Rattling Noise Check ifCheck if Then Compressor Motor Seems to RUN TOO MuchDoors will not Close Completely Frost or ICE Crystals on Frozen FoodRefrigerator Seems to Make TOO Much Noise Cubes Produced by Icemaker are TOO SmallDoors are Difficult to Open Lights do not Work Automatic Icemaker does not WorkIiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii
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