Kenmore 25314092101, 25314092102, 25314092103, 25323082103, 25324092101 Owner’s Manual

E L i "T E

Use & Care Guide

Congelador

Gufa para su uso y cuidado

Cong6_ateur

Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien

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

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

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www,sea_s.com

216960300A (0403)

Record SerlaVModel Numbers ............ 2

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

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

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

Rrst Steps ........................................... 5-6

Energy Saving Tips ............................. 6

Setting the Temperature Control ......... 6

Freezer Optional Features .................. 7-8

Care and Cleaning .............................. 9-10

Power Failure/Freezer Failure ........... 10

Troubbshootlng Guide ......................... 11-12

Sears Servbe ...................................... 13

Sears Canada Customers ................... 13

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions
for your model, Use your freezer 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,

Record Your Modet and Scala[ Numbers

Recordthemodel and serialnumbers inthespace provided

below,The serialplatesarelocatedeitheron theupperleft

wail inside the freezer (upright models), or the [eft exterior
wall (chest models),

Mode[ Number: 253.

or 970.

Seria[ Number:

Purchase Date:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS
FREEZER.

r.,_w;_:t_,t_[_ FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline, or other flammable vapors and

liquids inthe vicinity of this or any other appliance, Read
product labels for flammability and other warnings,

F,,,,,1-'_:_It_[_CHILD SAFETY

Destroycarton,plasticbags,andany exteriorwrapping
materialimmediatelyafterthefreezerisunpacked,
Childrenshouldneveruse theseitemstoplay,Cartons
coveredwithrugs,bedspreads,plasticsheetsorstretch
wrap may become airtightchambers,and canquickly

causesuffocation,

* Remove allstaplesfromthecarton,Staplescan cause

severecuts,and destroyfinishesiftheycome incontact
withotherappliancesorfurniture,

An empty, discarded ice box, refrigerator, or freezer is a
very dangerous attraction to children,

Remove and discard any spacers used to secure the
shelves during shipping, Small objects are a choke

hazard to children,

Remove the door(e) of any appliance that is not in use,

even if it is being discarded.

Proper Disposal of Your

RefrigeratodFreezer

Fnl"/-'_:t'_il_[_Risk of child entrapment,
Child entrapment and suffocation are

not problems of the past, Junked or
abandoned refrigerators or freezers
are still dangerous -- even if they will
sit for "just a few days," if you 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:

i@i:

i@ii

Mode[ and Serial

Number Plate

Remove

doors,

o Leave shelves

in place so

children may

not easily

climb inside,

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

These guidelines must be followed to ensure that
safety mechanisms in the design of this freezer wilt

operate properJy.
* Refer to the sedaJ plate for correct electdcaJ rating.

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

shock hazards, it must be plugged directly into a
properly grounded three@rong receptacb, protected with

a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker, The

receptacb must be instalbd in accordance with local

codes and ordinances, Consult a qualified electrician,

Receptacles protected by Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupters (GFIC) are NOT RECOMMENDED, Do not

use an extension cord or adapter pJug.

. If voltage varies by 10% or more, freezer performance

may be affected, Operating freezer with insufficient
power can damage the motor, Such damage is not
covered under the warranty, If you suspect your house
hold voltage is high or low, consult your power company
for testing,

o To prevent the freezer from being turned off

accidentically, do not plug unit into an outlet controlled
by a wall switch or pull cord,

. Do not pinch, knot, or bend the cord in any manner,
OTHER PRECAUTIONS

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON FREEZER
For one year from the date of purchase, when this freezer

is operated and maintained according to the instructions
provided in this Owner's Guide, Sears wiii repair this freezer,

free of charge, if defective in material orworkmanship,

FULL RVE-YEAR WARRANTY ON SEALED
REFRmGERATJON SYSTEM

For five years from the date of purchase, when this freezer
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), free of charge, if defective in material or

The above freezer warranty applies only to freezers which
are used for storage of food for private household purposes,

FOOD LOSS COVERAGE LIMtTATmON

if promptly reported to your nearest Sears store or Service

Center, Sears wiii reimburse you up to a total of $100,00
for the value of food, as verified by Sears, lost while stored

in the freezer when used for private household purposes
as a result of:

To defrost freezer, always unplug unit first,

Never unplug the freezer by pulling on the cord,

Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out from
the receptacle,

NOTE:Turning the temperature control to OFF turns off the
compressor, but does not disconnect the power to the light
bulb or other electrical components,

Avoid fire hazard or

electric shock, Do not use an extension
cord or an adapter plug, Do not remove

any prong from the power cord,

Grounding type

wall receptacle

Power suppNy

cord with 3-prong

grounding pmug

lm

Defects that occur during the first year following the date
of purchase,

2.

Failure of the sealed refrigeration system (including
refrigerant, connecting tubing, and compressor), due to
defects that occur during the second through fifth year
after purchase, if freezer is used for other than private
household purposes, Sears will not be responsible for
any food loss, Food losses resulting from other than the
above stated defects, such as natural spoilage, power
interruption, inadequate power, manual disconnect of
power supply, fire damage, water damage, theft, etc,,

are beyond our control and are not covered by Sears, ..................................

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above

limitation or exclusion may not apply to you, This war-
ranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may 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,

Sears, Roebuck and Co.

Dept. 817WA

Hoffrnan Estates, mL 60179

CA

E L I T E

Freezers

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

The Sealed System

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

evaporator, condenser

and compressor)
All other parts or

adjustments ONE (1) YEARS ONE (1) YEARS ONE (1) YEARS

Norma_ 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 inthe customer's manual; proper setting of the controls,

If any service is required under this warranty, simply call 1-800-4=MY=HOivIEsM(1-800-469-4663)=

This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty, The above warranty covers Kenmore Elite Freezers sold and oper-

ated in Canada only and shall not apply if the freezer is used for other than domestic purposes,

Sears Maintenance Agreement

Maintain the value of your Kenmore freezer with a Sears Maintenance Agreement,

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

PR_NTEDINU.SA.

This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions
for your model. Use the freezer only as instructed in this
Owner's Guide. Before starting the freezer, follow these
important first 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 freezer should be
located where surrounding temperatures will not exceed

110°F (43°C). Temperatures of 32°F (0°C) and below will
NOT affect freezer operation. Additional compressor

heaters are not recommended.

o Allow space around the unit for good air circulation.

Leave a 3 inch (75 mm) space on all sides of the freezer

for adequate circulation.

3" Cz5_)

imm)

Plastic
Leveling Feet

Discard Th_n_g Screws

And (2)Wood Bases

%

Unpacking and Leveling ==Upright Models

To Levet Chest ModeJs:

If needed, add metal or wood shims between foot pads and

floor.

(?5 ram)

Hnsf_HHation

NOTE: The exterior walls of the freezer may become quite
warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from the
inside. Temperatures as much as 30 ° F warmer than room
temperature can be expected. For this reason it is particu-
larly important in hotter climates to allow enough space for
air circulation around your freezer.

LEVEMNG

The freezer must have all bottom corners resting firmly on
a solid floor. The floor must be strong enough to support a
fully loaded freezer. NOTE: it is Very Important for your
freezer to be level in order to function properly, if the
freezer is not leveled during installation, the door may be
misaligned and not close or seal properly, causing cooling,
frost, or moisture problems.

CLEANING

Wash any removable parts, the freezer interior, and
exterior with mild detergent and warm water. Wipe dry.

Do not use harsh cteaners 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 deter-
gent, or touch the residue with the sticky side of tape

alreadyremoved. Donot remove the seriaJ plate.

_To almowdoor to
close and seal properly, DO NOT let

food packages extend past the front
of shemves.

To Level Upright Models:
After discarding crating screws and wood base, use a

carpenter's level to level the freezer from front:to-back.
Adjust the plastic leveling feet in front, V2bubble higher, so

that the door closes easily when left halfway open.

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