Kenmore 25356529403, 25356512402, 25354713502, 25354713500, 2535470340A Owner’s Manual

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Side by Side Refrigerator

Use & Care Guide

Lado a Lado Refrigerador

Gufa para su uso y cuidado

Compartiments C6te _ C6te R_frig_rateur

Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien

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

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

www.sea_s,com

240570403 (0410)

Welcome &

Important Safety

Congratulations

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,

Ptease record your model and seriaJ numbers beJow

for future reference.This information is found on the serial pJate located inside the refrigerator

compartment.

NOTE; Use on!y soap and water to clean seria! p!ate,

Model Number: 253

or: 970

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Record Serial/Model Numbers ............ 2

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

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

Protection Agreements ........................ 4

tnstaUUation ........................................... 5-6

Door Removal Instructions ................. 7

Features At A Glance ......................... 8

Temperature Controls .......................... 9

Looking Inside ..................................... 10=11

Automatic Ice & Water Dispenser ....... 12o14

Rear Ice and Water Filter ..................... 15

Food Storage & Energy Saving Tips ... 16

Normal Operating Sounds & Sights .... 17

Care & CUeaning .................................. 18=19

Before You CaUl.................................... 20°23

Instructions

Please Read AJJInstructions Before 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,

o Do not operate the refrigerator in the 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 furnitu re,

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,

PROPER DISPOSAL OF YOUR REFRmGERATOR OR FREEZER

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

prevent accidents, Before you throw away your old refrigerator/freezer:

Remove doors, Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb

inside,

o Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service

technician,

KENMORE REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY

These Guidelines Must Be FoHowedTo EnsureThat

Safety Mechanisms InThis Refr!gerat0rW!lJ Operate

Properly.

ELECTRICAL iNFORMATiON

* The refrigerator must be plugged into its own

dedicated ! 15 VoJt,60 Hz., AC only etectric 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 on the 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

Avoid connecting refrigerator toa Ground Fault Interruptor

(GFi) circuit,

ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON

REFRIGERATOR For one year from the date of purchase, when this

refrigerator is operated and maintained according to

the instructions supplied with it, Sears will repair this

refrigerator, free of charge, if defective in material or

workmanship. This one year time period does not

include the refrigerator water filter cartridge (if equipped), which is an expendable part warranted for

only 30 days (see below).

FIVE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON SEALED REFRIGERATION SYSTEM

For five years from the date of purchase, when this

refrigerator is operated and maintained according to the instructions supplied with it, Sears will repair the sealed system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting tubing, and compressor), free of charge, if defective

in material or workmanship.

30 DAY FULL WARRANTY ON WATER FILTER

CARTRIDGE (if equipped)

For thirty days from the date of purchase, Sears will

replace the refrigerator water filter cartridge if it is defective in material or workmanship.

All above warranty coverage applies only to

refrigerators which are used for storage of food for

private household purposes.

IMPORTANT: Turning the Freezer and Fresh Food Controls to "0" turns oll the compressor and prevents your refrigerator from cooling, but does not disconnecl the power to the light bulb and other electrical components. Toturn off power to your refrigerator, you

must unplug the power cord from the wall receptacle.

Grcunding [ype wamlrecectade

Power cord with 3-prcng groundcd pmug

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Do not. under

any circutnstanccs,

cut, remove, or bypass the

grounding prong.

Warranty service is available in the United States or

Canada by contacting Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663).

This warranty applies only while this product is in use

in the United States or Canada. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman

Estates, IL 60179 Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

P ROTE CTION A GREEMENTS

In the U.S.A.

Master Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore ®product is designed and manufactured

for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or

repair from time to time. That's when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and

aggravation.

Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect yourself from unexpected hassle and expense.

The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new appliance. Here's what's included

in the Agreement: _" Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair

specialists

•" Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all covered repairs

•" "No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures

occur within twelve months

_" Product replacement if your covered product

can't be fixed

•" Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request - no extra charge

_" Fast help by phone - phone support from a

Sears technician on products requiring in-home repair, plus convenient repair scheduling

•" Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations

_" Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered

product takes longer than promised

In Canada

Maintenance Agreements

Your purchase has added value because you can depend on Sears HomeCentral ®for service. With over 2400 Service Technicians and more than a million

parts and accessories, we have the tools, parts, knowledge and skills to back our pledge:

We Service What We Sell.

Your Kenmore ®product is designed, manufactured and tested to provide years of dependable operation.

But like all products, it may require service from time to time. The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an outstanding service program, affordably priced.

The Sears Maintenance Agreement

• Is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's

price.

• Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal wear

and tear.

• Provides phone support from a Sears technician

on products requiring in-home repair.

• Even if you don't need repairs, provides an annual

Preventive Maintenance Check, at your request, to ensure that your product is in proper running

condition.

Some limitations apply. For more information

about concerning Sears Canada Maintenance Agreements, call 1-800-361-6665.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You

can call anytime day or night, or schedule a service appointment online.

Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists, who have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and

accessories. That's the kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the life of your new purchase for years to come. Purchase your Master

Protection Agreement today! Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices

and additional information, call 1-800-827-6655. Sears Installation Service

For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers, water heaters,

and other major home items, in the U.S.A. call 1-800-4MY-HOME ®.

This Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as instructed in this Use & Care Manual. Before starting the refrigerator, foltow 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 sunlight and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat

sources. The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is level

and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator. Consider water supply availability for models equipped

with an automatic ice maker.

mNSTALLATION

DONot install the tefrigeratorwhere

the temperature will drop below 55°F (130C) or rise above 110_F (43°C), The compressor w!H not be aMe

tO maintain proper temperatures inside the

lower front of your refr!gerator.Sufficient air Circulat!on is essential for the proper operation of your

Installation Clearances o Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,

proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical connections:

Sides & Top 3/8" Back 1"

DOOR OPENING

side against a wall, you may have to a!!ow additional space so the door can be opened wider.

Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access to a counter when removing food. For best use of drawers and freezer baskets, the refrigerator should be in a position where both the refrigerator and freezer doors can be fully opened.

TOE GRILLE INSTALLATION / REMOVAL

To Remove Toe Grii/e:

1. Open freezer and fresh foodcompartment doors.

2. Working from left side of toe grille, slipyour fingers between topoftoegrilleand cabinet.Gently pullforward until firstset of tabsare free.Slideyour handdown pastthefreetabs and pull forward again untilthesecond set oftabs are free. Continue this process until all tabs are free and thetoe grille can be removed. (See graphic at top of page in rightcolumn.)

To Install Toe Griiie:

fresh food

Line up toe grille at base of refrigerator, making sure the four

bottom tabs are resting through hobs

at base of cabinet.

Starting from left side of toe grille, press in on first top tab using your thumb and push toe grille forward until itsnaps in place. Continue this process until all tabs aresnapped in place and toe grille is secured to refrigerator.

All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a

Cabinet

solidfloor,Yourrefrigeratorisequippedwithadiustable

front rollers to help level your unit. To ensure proper door _:E

sealandassistdoorclosing,therefrigeratorshouldbe

tilted 1/4" (6 mm), front to back.

To Level Your Refrigerator:

1, Remove toe grille, (See "To Remove Toe Grille",)

2, Use flat-blade screwdriver or 3/8" socket wrench

to adjust front rollers.

3. Check both doors to be sure seals touch cabinet on all four sides.

i stailatiofl ° connecting @e Maker To Water Supply

To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personal injury, disconnect the refrigerator

from electricaJ power before connecting a water supply line to the refrigerator.

To Avoid Property Damage:

o Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply line.Water supply tubing made of 1A"pJaetic is not

recommended since it greatly increases the potential for water bake. Manufacturer will not be reaponaiMe for any damage if plastic tubing is used for supply line.

o DO NOT install water supply tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing. o Chemicals from a maffunctioning softener can damage the ice maker, ff the ice maker is connected to soft

water, ensure that the softener is maintained and working properly.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that your water supply line connections comply with all local plumbing codes.

Before/nstaifing The Water Supply Line. You Wii/ Need

BasicTools: adjustable wrench, fiat-blade screwdriver, and Phillips TM screwdriver

o Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 100 psi.

A water supply line made of 14inch (6.4 ram) OD, copper tubing. Todetermine the length of copper tubing needed, you will need to measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the refrigerator to your cold water pipe. Then add approximately 7 feet (2.1 meters), so the refrigerator can be moved out for cleaning (as shown).

o A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system. DO NOT use a self-piercing type

shutoff valve. A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for connecting the water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve.

sleeves, and instructions for installing a water supply line.

To Connect Water Supp/y Line To /ce Maker /n/et Va/ve PUastic Water Tubing

1. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source. _ F_,Tube ,

to Ice Maker

2. Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket. Turn ON water supply Brass and flush supply line until water is clear. Turn OFF water supply at shut compression

off valve.

Nut

3. Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap.

4. Slide brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) onto water supply line, as shown.

5. Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as it will go (1Ainch), waterline Slide ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut watervah/e

onto valve. Tighten another half turn with a wrench; DO NOT over tighten.

6. With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply line to rear panel of JveInlet refrigerator as shown.

7. Coil excess water supply line (about 2Y2turns) behind refrigerator as shown

_r Valve

and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface.

8. Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that leak. from household water supply

9. Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power sou rce. (includeenoughtubinginlooptoallow

10. TOturn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm (see ice maker front cover for moving (etrigerat°r°utforcieas!ng_) ON/OFF position of arm).

mMPORTANT:It takes approximately 24 hours for the ice maker to begin producing ice,Ai[ in new plumbing lines may cause ice maker to cycle two 0[ throetimes before making a full tray of ice. New plumbing may cause iceto be discolored

or have poor flavor. Discard ice made during the first 24 hours.

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Door Removal Instructions

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DOOR REMOVAL iNSTRUCTIONS:

Top Hinge

If it is necessary to move the refrigerator through narrow doorways,

follow these steps to remove the doors.

IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn Freezerand Fresh Foodcontrols to--O" and remove electrbal power cord from wall outlet. Remove any food from door shelves.

1. Disconnect electrical supply,

2, 0 pen both doors, then remove toe grille, 8, Close doors,

To Remove Refrigerator Door:

1 Remove top hinge cover screw on refrigerator door and remove cover,

2. Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil, This wiii make it easier to realign doors when they are replaced

8. Remove top hinge and lift refrigerator door off bottom hinge pun,Set door aside.

4, Remove bottom hinge, if necessary,

5, Reverse this procedure to reinstall refrigerator door,

To Remove Freezer Door:

1. Disconnect water line coming from lower hinge of freezer door at connection located under front of freezer: Press outer ring against face of fitting, then puii

to remove tube,

2, Remove top hinge cover screw on freezer door and remove cover,

3. Disconnect wiring harness connector plug at top hinge: place your thumbs on fiat sides of each connector and bend both parts back and forth, then with firm grasp, puii both pieces apart.

4, Trace around hinge with soft lead pencil, This wiii make it easier to realign

doors when they are replaced

5. Remove top hinge,allowing wiring harness to puii through hinge and lift freezer door offof bottom hinge pin,Lay door down fiat toavoid kinking water line,

6, Remove bottom hinge, if necessary, 7, Reverse this procedure to reinstall freezer door,

When both doors have been reinstalled, connect water line by inserting tube and

push until mark touches face of fitting, replace toe grille and plug in electrical power

cord, Turn both temperature controls to center position. Adjust settings as necessary,

TO DISCONNECT

1.Press outer r 3gagainst face

Jsh until mark touches face of fitting

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