Kenmore 23501 User Manual

Upright Freezer

Model 23501

5.0 cu.ft. Capacity

Caution:

Before using your freezer,
carefully read this manual and

the use and care information

inside the freezer door.

Manual Contents:

• Installation

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Troubleshooting

• Parts

Leveling the Freezer

To ensure proper door seal and optimum performance,
level freezer using the leveling leg located on its bottom

front corner.

• Once your freezer is in the desired location, use a
carpenter's level and adjust the leveling leg as
necessary to make sure the cabinet is level
side-to-side.

• Adjust the leg to achieve a 1/4 inch slope from front­to-back {V2 bubble on a carpenter’s level) to provide
easy door closure and proper door seal.

• If the rear corners need to be raised, use shims made
of wood or other hard materials. Cardboard and other
soft materials will not work.

Electrical Requirements

• 120 Volts, 60 Hz (60 cycles AC), 15 amps

• DC NCT use an extension cord.

• Select an electric wall outlet that cannot be turned off

by a switch or pull chain. Be sure that the electric
outlet you select does not need a ceiling drop cord.

• Use a fuse or circuit-breaker protected circuit that will

not become overloaded when the freezer is installed.

Electrical Grounding

Your freezer comes with a three-prong plug and must be
inserted into a three-prong, grounded wail outlet.

• Warranty

Installation

Inspection

When your new freezer is delivered, check
thoroughly for shipping damage and missing parts.

If you find either, please notify Sears at once.

Location is Important

Your new freezer will work best in a dry, ventilated place,
where the temperature falls between 65° and 110° F.

Extreme temperatures can shorten the freezer’s life. Very
high temperatures (such as in an unventiiated garage in
summer) also will make your freezer run more, increasing
its operating cost.

Your freezer must be allowed enough space for proper air
circulation. This freezer is designed for FREESTANDING

INSTALLATION ONLY and should not be recessed or
built-in. Allow 3 inches of space on each side and rear
and 4 inches on the top of the cabinet. This is particularly

important in hotter climates.

WARNING: Unless the grounding method
described above is followed, you are not

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protected against severe or lethal shock in the
event of the short circuit of the freezer’s wiring
or electrical components.

Operation

starting

The freezer temperature is preset to maintain the ideal

temperature for food storage. The evaporator forms the

storage shelves of the unit which provides even freezing

temperatures throughout the freezer. Freezer temperature

will vary depending on the quantity of food stored and on

the frequency of door openings.

Pick a spot where the floor will support the weight of the
freezer fully loaded. It is best to keep your freezer away
from an oven or other heat source. Pick a safe place,

indoors, away from flammables such as gasoline.

Part No. 3023S3

Wait 4 hours before loading the freezer. It takes time to
reach storage temperature. During this time the freezer
may run constantly.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., U.S.A.

Loading the Freezer

To prepare food for freezing, use only containers and
wrapping materials made especially for freezers. For fast
efficient freezing DO NOT freeze more than three pounds

of UNFROZEN food per cubic foot capacity of your
freezer. For example, if the capacity of your freezer is 10
cubic feet, do not freeze more than 30 pounds of unfrozen
food at one time. DO NOT piace hot food in the freezer.

Power Failure

If electrical power fails and will be off for less than 24

hours:Keep freezer door closed and food will stay frozen.

If power will be off for more than 24 hours, do one of
the following:

• Take food to frozen food locker

• Place dry ice in the freezer. First cover food packages

with newspaper or cardboard. Then spread dry ice
over this covering. Be careful that dry ice is not directly
touching the food packages as it could “burn” the food.

• If locker storage space is not available, or you cannot

get dry ice, use perishable food immediately.

When Is It Safe To Refreeze Food?

If food still contains ice crystals, it may be safe to refreeze
it although its quality may suffer slightly. Refrozen food
should be used as soon as possible. If food is completely
defrosted but still cold to touch (lower than 40’ F), use it
immediately or cook food and then freeze for future use. If
there is any question about whether food is good or not,
dispose of it.

use electric defrost devices as they can damage the
plastic parts of your freezer.

4. Remove softened frost with a plastic or wooden
scraper, or a cloth or sponge.
CAUTION; NEVER USE SHARP OBJECTS TO
REMOVE FROST. They could puncture freezing coils
and severely damage the refrigeration system.

5. Defrost water will accumulate at the bottom of the
interior cabinet which can be absorbed with a sponge
or towel.

6. Clean the inside of the freezer. Cleaning instructions
are described below and on the permanent use and
care label on the inside of the freezer door.

7. Plug freezer in and replace frozen foods.

Cleaning

• Use only mild soapy water to clean door gaskets.

• Turn off the freezer and remove foods. Wash interior

liner with a solution of warm water and two
tablespoons baking soda per one quart of water. Rinse
and wipe clean. DO NOT use soaps, detergents,
scouring powder, spray cleaner or the like for the liner.
They may create unwanted odors in the freezer.

• Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the condenser (tube
and wire attachment) on the back of the freezer.

• Wash the exterior with detergent or soap and water.

Rinse well and wipe dry.

• DO NOT use scouring powders or pads. Never use
acids, chemical thinner, gasoline, benzene, or the like
for cleaning any part of the freezer. Boiling water and

benzine may deform and damage plastic parts.

Maintenance

Defrosting

DANGER: Electrical Shock Flazard.

Disconnect power before defrosting.

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You should defrost your freezer when the frost becomes
1/4 inch thick. Further accumulation will reduce operating
efficiency. How often you have to defrost depends on the

type and amount of food you freeze, the temperature and

humidity and the number of times you open and close the
freezer. The period between defrosting can be extended
by scraping frost every so often with a plastic scraper.

Defrosting Steps

1. Unplug power supply cord.

2. Remove all food and place it in cardboard boxes or

wrap it in several thicknesses of newspaper. This
action will keep food safely frozen while you defrost
and clean your freezer.

3. Leave door open and wait for frost to soften. Piace

pans of hot water on the shelves or use an electric fan
blowing into the freezer to speed defrosting. Do not

Vacation/Moving

If you shut the freezer off for a period of time (more than

24 hours) or are moving the freezer:

• Remove all food and unplug freezer.

• Clean thoroughly per Cleaning instructions above.

• Prop door open so air can circulate to prevent odor
and mold growth. CAUTION: To help prevent
accidents, do not allow small children to have access
to the freezer when its door is open,

• Before moving freezer take out all removable shelves,
baskets or bins and tape or lock door shut to prevent
accidental damage.

• Ship freezer in upright position. Do not lay freezer
down.

• Make sure new location can support the weight of the
loaded freezer.

• Level freezer at new location to insure proper door
seal.