Instructions For Pullout Freezer Drawer Models; To Remove Refrigerator; Door And Hinges; To Reverse Refrigerator - Kenmore 596 Manual De Uso Y Cuidado

Instructions for Pullout Freezer
Drawer Models
Proper installation will ensure this
refrigerator operates most efficiently•
Tools Required
T-15 Torx
TM
driver
s!8"hex nut driver
5/1_" h ex nut driver
Phillips screwdriver
Putty knife
Masking tape
IMPORTANT:
Save all screws for reuse•
For plug removal requiring use of flat blade
or putty knife, blade of tool must be covered with
masking tape to avoid damage to refrigerator finish.
For plugs using a screwdriver or nut driver style head,
use appropriate tool to avoid damage to plugs•
To Remove Refrigerator Door and Hinges
Some installations may require door removal to transport
unit to final location•
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WARNING
To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe
personal injury or death, disconnect power to
refrigerator before removing doors• After replacing
doors, connect power•
• Remove top hinge cover (A). Top hinge cover snaps off.
While supporting refrigerator door, remove top hinge (B)
and shim (C) using s ,,
/16 hex nut driver to remove screws
(D).
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2. Lift refrigerator door off center hinge.
3. Remove center hinge pin (A)from center hinge bracket
(B) with 5/16"hex nut driver. Remove and retain all round
washer shims (C-some models).
To Reverse Refrigerator Door
Some installationsmay require door reversal to achieve full
swing door• To reverse swing door direction perfrom the
following steps•
1,
2.
Complete all directions in section entitled To Remove
Doors•
Peel off positive positioning shim from top of unit (A).
NOTE: Keep adhesive surface of shim free of dirt
and dust until ready to replace• Soiling of adhesive
surface will prevent proper reinstallation.
3. Transfer three cabinet plugs from top corner of
cabinet to holes left from top hinge removal.
4. Transfer three 5!16" h ex head screws opposite center
hinge area to the holes left by center hinge removal.
Remove Door Stop
1. Unscrew 2 Phillips screws and remove door stop (A)
from refrigerator door (B). Retain all screws for door stop
replacement•
Reverse Handle
1. Remove door plugs from edge of door• Keep for later
replacement•