Kenmore 25379184015, 25379184014, 25379184013, 25379184012, 25379184011 Owner’s Manual

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Use & Care Guide Manual de Uso y Cuidado

Engish / Espaiol

Models/Modelos: 253.79184, 253.71124, 253.70128

I<enmore.

P/N 2020217A2427

Sears Brands Management Corporation

Hoffrnan Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. www.kenrnore.corn www.sears.corn

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty ................................................................2

Master Protection Agreements ............................ 3

Important Safety Instructions ................................ 4

Air conditioner Feature ......................................... 5-7

Additional Things ................................................... 8

Kenmore Limited Warranty

When installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this product fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase,call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®to

arrange for free repair.

If the sealed refrigerant system of this product is defective within five years from the purchase date, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® to arrange for free repair.

All warranty coverage applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this product is ever used for other than private family purposes.

This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears wlll NOT pay for:

1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.

2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance.

3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.

4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or maintained according to the all instructions supplied with the product.

5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose.

6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product.

7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product.

Care and Cleaning .................................................9

Energy Saving Ideas .............................................. 9

Troubleshooting Guide ........................................... 1 0-1 1

Normal Sounds ........................................................ 1 1

Call for Service ....................................................... Back Cover

Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair as provided herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. Sears shall not be liable for incidental or consequential

damages. Some states and provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.

This warranty applies only while this appliance is used 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.

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3

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.

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

includes:

[] Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly under normal use, not just defects. Our

coverage goes well beyond the product warranty, No deductibles, no functional failure excluded from coverage

-- real protection,

[] Expert service by a force of more than 10,000 authorized Sears service technicians, which means someone

you can trust will be working on your product. [] Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as often as you want us, whenever you want us. [] _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 -- we call it Rapid Resolution -- phone support from a Sears representative on all products.

Think of us as a _'talking owner's manual." [] Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations. [] $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of any covered

refrigerator or freezer. [] Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than promised. [] 10°/0 discount off the regular price of any non-covered repair service and related installed parts.

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.

The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase. If you cancel for any reason during the product

warranty period, we will provide a full refund. Or, a prorated refund anytime after the product warranty period expires. Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information in the U.S.A.call

1-800-827-6655.

Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.

Sears Installation Service

For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A. or Canada call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®.

This Use & Care Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use the air conditioner 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 Model and Serial Numbers

Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers. The serial plate is located on the outside of the cabinet, or behind filter at the bottom of unit. Reading the numbers may be easier by using a flashlight or by removing the cabinet front as instructed under '' Care and Cleaning. "

Model Number : Serial Number :

Purchase Date :

important Safety

instructions

The power supply cord with thisair conditioner containsa current detection device designed to reduce the riskof

fire. Pleaserefer to the section'Operation of

Current Device' for details. Inthe event that the power supply cord is damaged, it cannot be repaired, and it must

be replaced with a cord from the Product manufacturer.

Avoid fire hazard or electric

shock. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug. Do not remove any prong from

the power cord.

Read all instructions before using this air conditioner.

For Your Safety

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance. Read product labels for flammability and other warnings.

Prevent Accidents

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your air conditioner, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Be sure the electrical service is adequate for the model you have chosen. This

information can be found on the nameplate, which is located on the side of the cabinet.

If the air conditioner is to be installed in a window, you will probably want to clean both sides of the glass first. If the window is a triple-track type with a screen panel included,remove the screen completely before installation.

Be sure the air conditioner has been securely and correctly installed according to the separate installation instructions provided with this manual. Save this manual and the installation instructions for possible future use in removing or

reinstalling this unit. When handling the air conditioner, be careful to avoid cuts from sharp metal fins on front and rear coils.

Grounding type wall receptacle

Power supply cord

with 3-prong grounding

plug and current

detection device

The complete electrical rating of your new room air conditioner is stated on the serial plate. Refer to the rating when checking the electrical requirements.

Be sure the air conditioner is properly grounded. To minimize shock and fire hazards, proper grounding is important. The power cord is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for protection against shock hazards. Your air conditioner must be used in a properly grounded wall receptacle. If the wall receptacle you intend to use is not adequately grounded or protected by a time delay fuse or circuit breaker, have a qualified electrician install the proper receptacle. Do not run air conditioner without outside protective cover in place. This could result in mechanical damage within the air conditioner.

Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.

Electrical information

READ THIS SECTION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE AIR CONDITIONER.

Unit must be upright for one hour prior to operating.

Operation of Current Device

Plug in & press RESET

The power supply cord contains a current device that senses damage to the power cord.

To test your power supply cord do the following:

1. Plug in the Air Conditioner.

2. The power supply cord will have TWO buttons on the plug head. Press the

TEST button. You will notice a click as the RESET button pops out.

3. Press the RESETbutton. Again you will notice a click as the button engages.

4. The power supply cord is now supplying electricity to the unit. (On some products this is also indicated by a light on the plug head).

NOTES:

• Do not use this device to turn the unit on or off.

• Always make sure the RESETbutton is pushed in for correct operation.

• The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to reset when either the

TEST button is pushed, or it cannot be reset. A new one can be obtained by contacting Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®.

° if power supply cord is damaged, it CANNOT be repaired, it MUST be

replaced by one obtained by contacting Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®.

Air Conditioner Features

ELECTRONIC CONTROL

Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel and remote as shown below and all its functions, then touch the symbol pads for the functions you desire. The unit can be controlled by the panel touch pads or with the remote control.

DISPLAYS ADJUSTS

TEMPERATURE/TIME TEMPERATURE OR TIME

HEAT INDICATOR ..................................

(on some models)

SETSMODE ..................................

INFRARED

REMOTE WINDOW ..................................

REMOTE CONTROL

FILTERRESET BUTTON

ACTIVATES TIMER

SETS FAN SPEEDS

SLEEPMODE

TURNS UNIT ON OR OFF

T OUCH PAD

TO REPLACE BATTERY

4k_ TAB

SETS FAN

SPEEDS

AUTO FAN

ADJUSTS TEMP & TIME

Battery Size: CR2025

SLEEP MODE

Turn Remote Control upside down. Squeeze tab and pull to remove battery tray. Place battery in tray with

POSITIVE("+") side facing UP, according to diagram. Re-insert battery tray.

Air Conditioner Features (continued)

Note: The fallowing instructions describe the Control Panel Touch Pads. The same instructions apply to the Remote Control.

To turn unit on or off press the ON/OFF _) button:

To use Cool, press the MODE button to select:

To change the Temperature Setting use the UP and Down arrows as required:

To adjust Fan Speeds press the Fan Speed button and select:

LOW MED HIGH

To use the Auto Fan Feature press the Fan Speed button and select AUTO:

Note: Fan speed starts at high and adiusts to a slower speed as the room temperature dictates. Far example, if the room doesn't get too warm it will stay at the slowest speed.

If the room temperature rises quicHy, such as when a door is opened, it will automatically go to the highest speed. The fan speed will re-adiust back to the slowest speed as the room returns to the original set temperature.

To operate on Fan Only, press the MODE button to select:

Use Fan Only function to circulate room air without air conditioner cooling. You can use any fan speed you prefer and the actual room temperature will be displayed in the

DISPLAY.

Air Conditioner Features

(continued)

To use Energy Saver press the MODE button to select:

You will save energy usage in this mode. The compressor and motor will turn off once the room is at the desired temperature. The air will be sampled for 20 seconds every

10 minutes until the room is above the set temperature, at which point the compressor

turns back on and the fan runs. The entire process is now repeated.

To use the Sleep feature press the SLEEP button and the LED will illuminate:

The set temperature will increase 2 °F 30 minutes after this mode is selected. It will increase again after 30 minutes by another 2 °F. It will stay at this set point for 7 hours,

and then return to the original setting.

To use the Timer function press the TIMER button and the LED will illuminate:

Press the UP and DOWN arrows to select the desired time up to 24 hrs. The control will count down the time remaining in 1 and 0.5 hr increments. If you need to change the set temperature, press MODE then the UP/DOWN arrows. Then after 5 seconds the display will revert to the hours remaining. This mode can be cancelled by pressing the TIMER

button. The mode will operate one time, then the above steps have to be repeated. NOTE= Timer button is functional when On/Off button is set to either On or Off. When set to On, the amount selected is the time remaining until the unit shuts Off. When set to Off, the amount is the time until the unit turns On.

Check Filter Feature:

After 250 hours of operation, the Filter Reset LEDwill light. This is a reminder to clean the filter housed behind the front panel to keep the unit operating efficiently. Pressing the

FILTERRESETbutton for 3 seconds will reset this reminder and turn off the LED.

Heating Feature (on some models):

This feature can be used with any combination of FAN Speeds, Timer, or Sleep Modes. When in the "Heat" Mode, the fan will run continuously while heat is needed. The temperature will automatically be maintained anywhere between 55 °F(13 °C) and 80 °F

(27 °C). When the set temperature is satisfied, the fan will cycle off and on to circulate and sample the room air. Note= When unit is shut off in the Heat Mode, the Fan will continue to run for a few seconds to dissipate residual heat within the unit.

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