Galaxy 25363802202, 25363812202, 25363702201 Use & Care Manual

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Use & Care Guide

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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 www.sears.com

240506402 (0200)

Congratulations

Instructions

Congratulations on your purchase of a new refrigerator[ We
here at Sears are very proud of our product and we are
completely committed to providing you with the best
service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority.

We know you'll enjoy your new refrigerator and ThankYou
for choosing our product. We hope you consider us for
future purchases.

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

This Owner's Guide provides specific operating
instructions for your model. Use your refrigerator only as

instructed in this manual. These instructions are not meant
to cover every possible condition and situation that may

occur. Common sense and caution must be practiced
when installing, operating and maintaining any appliance.

Please record your model and serial numbers below
for future reference.This information is found on the

serial plate located inside the refrigerator
compartment.

NOTE: Use only soap and water to clean serial plate.

Model Number: 253

Please Read All Instructions Before

=" ....... J UsingThis Refrigerator.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

• Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read product

labels for warnings regarding flammability and other
hazards.

• Do not operate the refrigerator inthe presence of
explosive fumes.

• Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice
maker.

• Remove all staples from the carton. Staples can cause
severe cuts, and also destroy finishes if they come in
contact with other appliances or furniture.

CHILD SAFETY

Destroy or recycle the carton, plastic bags, and any
exterior wrapping material immediately after the refrigerator
is unpacked. Children should NEVER use these items to
play. Cartons covered with rugs, bedspreads, plastic
sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers,
and can quickly cause suffocation.

or: 970

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR REFRIGERATOR
OR FREEZER

Risk of child entrapment

Child entrapment and suffocation ____
are not problems of the past.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Junkedorabandonedrefrigerators

Welcome ............................................. 2

Safety Instructions .............................. 2 - 3

Warranty .............................................. 3

Canada - Limited Warranty .................. 4

Installation--Includes Connecting Optional Ice

Maker To Water Supply ..................................... 5 - 6

Door Removal & Reversal .................. 7

Temperature Controls .......................... 8

Looking Inside ..................................... 9

Ice Service .......................................... 10

Food Storage & Energy Saving Tips ... 11

Normal Operating Sounds & Sights .... 12

Care & Cleaning .................................. 13 - 14

or freezers are still dangerous -
even if they will sit for "just a few
days." Ifyou are getting rid of your
old refrigerator or freezer, please

follow the instructions below to

help prevent accidents.

Before you throw away your
old refrigerator/freezer:

• Remove doors.

• Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb

inside.

• Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service

technician.

Before You Call .................................... 15

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IBstructions (cont.)

These Guidelines Must Be Followed To EnsureThat

Safety Mechanisms !nThis RefrigeratorWi! !Operate
Properly.

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

• The refrigerator must be plugged into its own
dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only electric outlet.

The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a
three-prong grounding plug for your protection against

electrical shock hazards. It must be plugged directly
into a properly grounded three-prong receptacle. The
receptacle must be installed in accordance with local
codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician.

Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug.

• Immediately repair or replace any power cord that
becomes frayed or damaged.

• Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling onthe power
cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out

from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord.

• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning and before
replacing a light bulb to avoid electrical shock.

• Performance may be affected if the voltage varies by

10% or more. Operating the refrigerator with insufficient

power can damage the compressor. Such damage is
not covered under your warranty.

• Do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall
switch or pull cord to prevent the refrigerator from being

turned off accidentally.

• Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground Fault Interruptor
(GFI) circuit.

IMPORTANT: Turning the refrigerator temperature

control to "0" turns off the compressor and 3revents
your refrigerator from cooling, but does not disconnect
the power to [he light bulb and other electrical
components. To turn off power to your refrigerator you

must unplug the power cord [rom the wall outlet.

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON
REFRIGERATOR

For one year from the date of purchase, when this
refrigerator is operated and maintained according to the
instructions provided in this Owner's Guide, Sears will
repair this refrigerator, free of charge, if defective in
material or workmanship.

FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY ON SEALED
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

For five years from the date of purchase, when this

refrigerator is operated and maintained according to the
instructions provided in this Owner's Guide, Sears will

repair the sealed system (consisting of refrigerant,
connecting tube, and compressor motor), free of charge, if

defective in material or workmanship.
The above refrigerator warranty applies only to

refrigerators which are used for storage of food for private
household purposes.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Warranty service is available by contacting the NEAREST
SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT in the United

States. See the back page of this manual.

For warranty questions, please contact the following

address:

Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Dept. 817WA

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

Groundingtype
wallreceptacle

tr Do not, under

any

Powercordwith
8-prong groundedplug

CANADA m LIMITED WARRANTY

Refrigerators

Sears Canada Inc., warrants every new Kenmore refrigerator to befree from defects in material or workmanship. What Sears
will do, free of charge, in case of defect:

The Compressor TEN (10) YEARS TEN (10) YEARS FIVE (5) YEARS

The Sealed System

(consisting of refrigerant, FIVE (5) YEARS FIVE (5) YEARS FIVE (5) YEARS

evaporator,and condenser)

All other parts or

adjustments ONE (1) YEAR ONE (1) YEAR ONE (1) YEAR

Normal Responsibility of the Customer

The following items, since they are not manufacturing defects, are not included in the warranty, but are the responsibility of
the customer:

1) Damage to finish after delivery.

2) Improper power supply, low voltage, or any defects in the house wiring system or appliance not connected
to electric outlet.

3) Replacement of light bulbs.

4) Damage caused by moving the product from its original installation.

5) Service required as a result of alteration, abuse, fire, floods, or acts of God.

6) Providing adequate air circulation to the refrigerating system.

7) Proper use and care of product as listed in the customer's manual; proper setting of the controls.

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Ifany service is required under this warranty, simply call 1-80O-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663).

This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty. The above warranty covers Kenmore Refrigerators sold and operated

in Canada only and shall not apply if the refrigerator is used for other than domestic purposes.

Sears Maintenance Agreement

Maintain the value of your Kenmore refrigerator with a Sears Maintenance Agreement.

SEARS CANADA INC. • Toronto, Canada • M5B 2B8

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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This Use& CareManualprovidesspecificoperating

instructionsforyourmodel.Usetherefrigeratoronlyas
instructedinthisUse&CareManual.Beforestartingthe

refrigerator, follow these important first steps.
LOCATION

• Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet.
Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.

• If possible, place the refrigerator out of direct sunlignT

and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat
sources.

• The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is leve]

and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator.

• Consider water supply availability for models equipped

w_th an automatic ice maker.

INSTALLATION

_Do Not install the refrigerator where

the temperature will drop below 55°F
(13°C) or rise above 110°F (43°C). At these
temperature extremes, the compressor will not be
able to maintain proper temperatures inside the
refrigerator.

_Do Not block the toe grille on the lower
front of your refrigerator. Sufficient air circulation is

essential for the proper operation of your refrigerator.

Installation Clearances

• Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical

connections:

Sides &Top 3/8"

Back ........................ 1"

NOTE: If you see black coils/tubing on the back of your
refrigerator (air-co01ed ¢0ndenser) leave 3" clearance at

top of refrigerator.

DOOR OPENING

NOTE: If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge

side against a walt, you may have to allow additional
space so the door can be opened wider.

Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access
to a counter when removing food. To make this possible, the
direction in which the doors open can be reversed. See Door

Removal & Reversal Instructions on page 7.

LEVELING

All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a
solid floor.Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable front

rollers to help level your unit.

To Level Your Refrigerator:

1. Use flat-blade screwdriver or 3/8" socket wrench
to adjust front rollers.

NOTE: Raise the front of the refrigerator enough so the
doors close freely when opened halfway.The refrigerator
shoutd slope ¼"to 1/2"from front-to-back. Then leve_the
refrigerator from side to side.

Raise