OWNER'S MANUAL - REFRIGERATOR - Model No. 62042 - Safety, Warranty, Operation & Care

Oct 24, 2026

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Owner’s manual for a Kenmore refrigerator, model number 62042, providing safety cautions, identification of model/serial information, and instructions for warranty coverage and service. Includes start-up guidance, temperature adjustment procedures with MIN/MAX guidance and 24-hour wait cycles, everyday use and care notes, and steps to prepare the refrigerator for moving to a new location. Covers leveling and clearance requirements, grounding and electrical precautions, and cleaning methods for the interior, exterior, and evaporation tray.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages12

Reading Time30 min

AccessFree to download

Caution

To Start

Adjusting The Temperature

Use And Care Information

Before You Move Your Kenmore to a New Location

Start/Adjust Control

Clean Your Refrigerator Thoroughly Twice A Year

How To Clean The Inside

How to Clean the Outside

How to Clean the Evaporation Tray

# OWNER'S MANUALREFRIGERATOR Model No.62042 ## Caution: Read and Follow all Safety Rules andOperating Instruction before first use ofthis Product. The model number and serial number ofyour refrigerator is located on the modelnumber plate at the upper corner on thecabinet back. When requesting service or orderingparts,always provide the followinginformation: ·Product Type ● Model Number ·Part Number ·Part Description For future use,please record the model number,serialnumber and the date you purchased your Kenmorerefrigerator in the spaces provided below.They are on asmall label on the back of the refrigerator. | Model\# | Serial\#. | | --- | --- | | Date Purchased_____ | _______ | ·Warranty ·Safety Instructions ·Operation ·Care And Maintenance ·Troubleshooting ·Parts List # Full One Year Warranty onRefrigerator For one year from the date of purchase,whenthis refrigerator is operated and maintainedaccording to owner's instructions attached to orfurnished with the product,Sears will repair thisrefrigerator,free of charge,if defective inmaterial or workmanship # Full Five Year Warranty onSealed Refrigeration System For five years from the date of purchase,whenthis refrigerator is operated and maintainedaccording to owner's instruction attached to orfurnished with the product,Sears will repair thesealed system(consisting of refrigerant,connecting tubing and compressor motor),freeof charge,if defective in material orworkmanship. The above warranty coverage applies only torefrigerators which are used for storage of foodfor private household purposes. Warranty service is available by contactingthe nearest Sears Service Center/Departmentin the United States. This warranty applies only while this product is inuse in the United States.This warranty gives youspecific legal rights,and you may also haveother rights which vary from state to state. Sears,Roebuck and Co.,Dept.817WAHoffman Estates,IL 60179 Sears,Roebuck and Co.,Hoffman Estates,IL60179 U.S.A. ## To Start Plug the refrigerator into a wall outlet.Set the refrigeratortemperature control on “3”.Wait 24 hours.Check the food.Adjust the control if needed. ## Adjusting The Temperature Adjust the refrigerator temperature using the cold control inthe refrigerator compartment. · The “MIN”position is the warmest setting on eachsection. · For ordinary use,set the temperature control in the “3”position. · If either section is not cold enough,turn the controltoward "MAX". · If either section is too cold,turn the control toward"MIN".After adjusting the control,wait 24 hours.Then,make another change,if needed. In the summer or when the refrigerator door is opened often,you may need to turn the control in the refrigerator toward"MAX"so more cold air will enter the refrigerator section. Don't turm the refrigerator temperature control off unlessboth freezer and refrigerator sections are completely empty.The control will shut off refrigeration in both sections. ## Use And Care Information Everyday care is listed on the inside door.Special cleaninginstructions are on individual parts. ## Before You Move Your Kenmore to a NewLocation. ·Remove all food (pack dry ice around any food you'rekeeping).Unplug the refrigerator and tape the power cordsecurely to the back. · Take out all removable shelves and storage drawers.Packcarefully.Clean and dry your refrigerator thoroughly. · Tape all doors,drawers,and shelves that you didn'tremove. · Move your refrigerator in an upright position,never leaveit on its back or side. ## Start/Adjust Control Your refrigerator must be reasonably level. Use the screw-type adjustable leveling legs on the front cornersof the refrigerator.Leveling makes the refrigerator moreefficient and quieter. Your Kenmore refrigerator needs three inches of air space at thetop and a one inch space between the wall and the condenser onthe back of the refrigerator. CAUTION:Do not operate refri

FAQs

Where can I find the model number and serial number on this refrigerator?

The model number and serial number are located on the model number plate at the upper corner on the cabinet back. For future use, record them from the small label on the back.

How do I set and adjust the refrigerator temperature?

Plug in the refrigerator, set the refrigerator temperature control to “3,” and wait 24 hours, then check the food. For adjustments, use “MIN” for warmer and “MAX” for colder, turning the control toward the appropriate direction and waiting 24 hours between changes.

What precautions should I follow for electrical safety and grounding?

Do not use an extension cord, and use a 3-prong grounded wall outlet with a 3-prong plug. Follow the grounding method stated; otherwise, you may not be protected against severe or lethal shock in the event of a short circuit.

Oct 24, 2026

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