Kenmore 11122172910, 11121202910 Owner’s Manual
Use & Care Guide
®
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Kenmore
®
Upright Freezer/
Refrigerator
Congelador/ Refrigerador vertical
Models/Modelos: 111.21202 – White – 21 cu. ft.
111.22172 – White – 17 cu. ft.
Transform SR Brands Management
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
Record Model/
Serial Numbers
Please read and save
these instructions
This Use & Care Guide provides specific
operating instructions for your model. Use
your unit only as instructed in this guide.
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 lower left wall
inside the appliance.
Model Number:
Number: Purchase
Date:
111.
or
Serial
IMPORTANT
Use only soap and water to clean
serial plate.
Table of Contents
Record Model/Serial Numbers................... 2
Important Safety Instructions....................... 2
Appliance Setup.............................................5
Appliance Use.................................................6
Temperature Control......................................6
Care & Cleaning.............................................7
Power or Appliance Failure..........................8
Before You Call...............................................9
Warranty.........................................................11
Service.............................................Back Cover
Important Safety
Instructions
Safety Precautions
Do not attempt to install or operate
your unit until you have read the safety
precautionsin this Use & Care Guide.
Safety items throughout this manual are
labeled with a Danger, Warning, or
Caution based on the risk type.
Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is
used to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
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WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
IMPORTANT
Indicates installation, operation, or
maintenance informationwhich is
important but not hazard-related.
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DANGER Risk of fire or explosion.
Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use
mechanical devices to defrost refrigerator.
Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.
DANGER Risk of fire or explosion.
Flammable refrigerant used.To be repaired
only by trained service personnel. Do not
puncture refrigerant tubing.
CAUTION
CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion.
Flammable refrigerant used. Consult
repair manual/owner’s guide before
attempting to service this product. All
safety precautions must be followed.
CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion.
Dispose of properly in accordance with
federal or local regulations. Flammable
refrigerant used.
CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion
due to puncture of refrigerant tubing.
Follow handling instructions carefully.
Flammable refrigerant used.
WARNING
Read all safety instructions before using
your new appliance.
objects are a choke hazard to children.
• 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 unit 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.
Proper disposal of your appliance
DANGER: Risk of child entrapment!
Child entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
appliances are still dangerous – even if they
will sit for “just a few days.” If you are
getting rid of your appliance, please follow
the instructions below to help prevent
accidents.
Before you throw away your old unit:
• Remove door.
• Leave shelves in place within appliance so
children may not easily climb inside.
• Have refrigerant removed by a qualified
service technician.
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 unit in the presence
of explosive fumes.
• Remove and discard any spacers used to
secure the basket during shipping. Small
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IMPORTANT
Your old unit may have a cooling system
that used CFCs or HCFCs (chlorofluorocarbons or hydrochlorofluorocarbons).
CFCs and HCFCs are believed to harm
stratospheric ozone if released to the
atmosphere. Other refrigerants may cause
harm to the environment if released to the
atmosphere. If you are throwing away
your old unit, make sure the refrigerant is
removed for proper disposal by a
qualified technician. If you intentionally
release refrigerant, you may be subject to
fines and imprisonment under the
provisions of environmental legislation.
• Performance may be affected if the
voltage varies by 10% or more.
Operating the unit with insufficient
power can damage the motor. Such
damage is not covered under the
warranty.
• Do not plug the unit into an outlet
controlled by a wall switch or pull cord
to prevent the appliance from being
turned off accidentally.
• Avoid connecting unit to a Ground
Fault Circuit Interruptor (GFCI).
WARNING
These guidelines must be followed to
ensure that safety mechanisms in this
unit will operate properly.
Electrical Information
• The unit must be plugged into its own
dedicated 10 amp minimum, 115 Volt, 60
Hz, AC only electric outlet. The power
cord of the appliance is equipped with a
three-prong grounding plug to protect
against shock hazards. It must be plugged
directly into a properly grounded threeprong 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 appliance by pulling
on the power cord. Always grip the plug
firmly, and pull straight out from the
receptacle to prevent damaging the
power cord.
• Unplug the appliance before cleaning
and before defrosting to avoid
electrical shock.
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Appliance Setup
This Use & Care Guide provides specific
operating instructions for your model. Use
the unit only as instructed in this Use & Care
Guide. Before starting the appliance, follow
these important setup steps.
Installation
• Choose a place that is near a grounded
electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension
cord or an adapter plug.
• For the most efficient operation, the
appliance should be located where
surrounding temperatures will not exceed
110°F (43°C). Temperatures of 32°F (0°C)
and below will NOT affect appliance
operation. Additional compressor heaters
are not recommended.
• Allow space around the unit for good air
circulation. Leave a 1-inch (25.4 mm)
space at the back and on top and a
3/8-inch (9.5 mm) space on the sides of
the appliance for adequate circulation.
Leveling
The appliance must have all bottom corners
resting firmly on a solid floor that is strong
enough to support a fully loaded appliance.
It is Very Important for the appliance to be
level in order to function properly. If not
level, the door may be misaligned and not
close or seal properly, causing cooling,
frost, or moisture problems.
The appliance is equipped with adjustable
front leveling feet. Turn the foot clockwise
to heighten (H) the side of the unit. Turn
counterclockwise to lower (L) the side. Adjust
each side as needed until front of unit is
level. Also adjust so that front of unit is 1/4˝
higher than back, so that door stays closed.
Cleaning
• Wash any removable parts, the
appliance interior, and exterior with mild
detergent and warm water. Wipe dry.
Do not use harsh cleaners on these
surfaces.
• Do not use razor blades or other sharp
instruments, which can scratch the appliance surface when removing adhesive
labels. Any glue left from the tape can
be removed with a mixture of warm
water and mild detergent, or touch the
residue with the sticky side of tape
already removed. Do not remove the
serial plate.
Energy Saving Ideas
for Freezer Mode
• The freezer should be
located in the coolest area
of the room, away from
heat producing appliances
or heating ducts, and out of
direct sunlight.
• Let hot foods cool to room temperature
before placing in freezer. Overloading
the freezer forces the compressor to run
longer. Foods that freeze too slowly may
lose quality or spoil.
• Be sure to wrap foods properly, and
wipe containers dry before placing
them in the freezer. This cuts down on
frost build-up inside the freezer.
• Do not line freezer shelves and bins
with aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper
toweling. Liners interfere with cold air
circulation, reducing freezer efficiency.
• Organize and label food to reduce lid
openings and avoid extended searches.
• Remove as many items as needed at one
time, and close door as soon as possible.
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Appliance Use
Key Components
1. Wire shelf
2. Door bin
3. Wire basket drawer
4. Temperature control
5. LED interior light
• The interior temperature of this appliance
can be set so that the entire unit can be
used as either a Freezer or a Refrigerator.
• To turn the appliance on, plug the power
cord into a properly grounded 3 prong
electrical outlet. When the door is opened
the interior light will be on and the
temperature control will illuminate.
• For safe food storage, after plugging in
allow two hours if used as a refrigerator
and four hours if used as a freezer for the
appliance to cool down completely to the
set temperature. The compressor will run
continuously for the first several hours.
• Foods that are already frozen may be
placed in the freezer after the first few
hours of operation. Unfrozen foods should
NOT be loaded into the freezer until the
freezer has operated for four hours.
• When loading the freezer, freeze only
three pounds of fresh food per cubic foot
of freezer space at one time. Distribute
packages to be frozen evenly throughout
the freezer.
Temperature Control
The temperature control is located midway
down on the right inner cabinet wall. It is an
electronic control with LED indicator lights.
Select Key
The control panel must be unlocked for any
adjustments to be made. Press and hold the
Select key for three seconds to unlock the
control panel.
To switch the temperature to Coldest, Colder
or Cold, press and release the Select key. The
LED will light next to the chosen setting. After
15 seconds the control will lock in the
selection.
To switch the unit between use as a Freezer
or Refrigerator, press and hold the Select key
for three seconds. The LED will be lit when in
Freezer mode and unlit when in Refrigerator
mode. After 15 seconds the control will lock in
the selection.
After making an adjustment, allow several
hours for the internal temperature to stabilize
at the new setting.
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Automatic Defrost
The appliance is equipped with
automatic defrost capability so that you
do not have to manually defrost. The
cooling element of the unit is regularly
heated to melt the frost that forms on it.
The resulting water drains through a duct
at the back of the unit and into a
concealed pan at the base of the unit
where it evaporates. Should any frost
form on the unit interior walls, remove
food and store it elsewhere. Then unplug
the unit, wait long enough for the frost to
melt, and wipe up the moisture with a dry
towel.
Rear Wheels
The appliance is equipped with rear wheels
to help you roll it into or out of a location.
CAUTION: Obtain the aid of an assistant if
the appliance feels too heavy for you to
safely move it.
Interior LED Lighting
The appliance features interior LED lighting,
which is more effective and longer lasting
than incandescent bulbs. However, in the
unlikely event that the LED fails to light, call
1-844-553-6667 to schedule repair service
to replace it.
Care & Cleaning
CAUTION
Damp objects stick to cold metal
surfaces. Do not touch inferior metal
surfaces with wet or damp hands.
Cleaning the Inside
Wash inside surfaces of the appliance
with a solution of two tablespoons of
baking soda in one quart (1.1 liters) warm
water. Rinse and dry. Wring excess water
out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning
in the area of the controls, or any
electrical parts.
Wash the removable parts and baskets
with the baking soda solution mentioned
above, or mild detergent and warm
water.
Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes,
abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on
any interior surface. Do not wash
removable parts in a dishwasher.
Cleaning Door Bins
To remove the door bins for cleaning, use
both hands to squeeze the tray in from
both ends and push upward.
Cleaning the Outside
Wash the cabinet with warm water and
mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe
dry with a clean soft cloth. Never use
metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive
cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any
exterior surface.
Vacation and Moving Tips
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If leaving the appliance door open while
on vacation, make certain that children
cannot get into the appliance and become
entrapped.
Short Vacations: Leave the appliance
operating during vacations of less than
three weeks.
Long Vacations: If the appliance will not
be used for several months:
• Remove all food and unplug the
power cord.
• Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
• Leave the appliance door open slightly,
blocking it open if necessary, to prevent
odor and mold growth.
Moving: When moving the appliance,
follow
damage:
• Disconnect the power cord plug from
the wall outlet.
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these guidelines to prevent
• Remove foods and clean the appliance
interior.
• Secure all loose items such as bins
and shelves by taping them securely in
place to prevent damage.
• In a moving vehicle, secure appliance in
an upright position to prevent movement.
Also protect outside of appliance with a
blanket, or similar item.
NOTE
If unit is turned off or unplugged for
several hours, do not open appliance
door unnecessarily. This will maintain the
coldest temperature inside and reduce
the recovery time to desired temperature
once the unit is turned back on.
Power or Appliance Failure
If a power failure occurs, frozen foods will
stay frozen for at least 24 hours if the
appliance door is kept closed. If the power
failure continues, pack seven or eight
pounds of dry ice into the appliance every
24 hours. Look in the Yellow Pages under
Dry Ice, Dairies, or Ice Cream
manufacturers for local dry ice suppliers.
Always wear gloves and use caution when
handling dry ice.
If the appliance has stopped operating,
see Appliance does not run in the
Troubleshooting Guide. If you cannot solve
the problem, call an authorized servicer
immediately. If the appliance remains off
for several hours, follow the directions
above for the use of dry ice during a
power failure. If necessary, take the food
to a local locker plant until the appliance
is ready to operate. Look in the Yellow
Pages under Frozen Food Locker Plants.
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