Kenmore 2537188410C, 2537188410B, 2537188210C, 2537188210B, 2537184410C Owner’s Manual
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Refrigerator
Top Mount
Use & Care Guide
Refrigerador
Congelador Superior
Gufa para su uso y cuidado
Rdfrigdrateur
Compartiments Superpos6s
Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8 www.sears.com
240432305 (0206)
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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.
Please record your model and serial numbers below
for future reference,This information is found on the
serial plate located inside the refrigerator
compartment.
NOTE: Use only soap and water to clean serial plate.
Model Number: 253
or: 970
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
TABLE OF CONTENTS Junkedorabandonedrefrigerators
Welcome ............................................. 2
Safety Instructions .............................. 2-3
Warranty .............................................. 3
Canada - Limited Warranty .................. 4
Installation--Includes Connecting Optional Ice
Maker To Water Supply ..................................... 5-6
Door Removal & Reversal .................. 7-8
Features At A Glance ......................... 9
Temperature Controls .......................... 10
Looking Inside ..................................... 11-13
Ice Service .......................................... 14
Food Storage & Energy Saving Tips ... 15
Normal Operating Sounds & Sights .... 16
Care & Cleaning .................................. 17-18
Before You Call .................................... 19
Please Read All Instructions 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.
• 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 furniture.
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 REFRIGERATOR
OR FREEZER
Risk of child entrapment
Child entrapment and suffocation L-_.___
are not problems of the past.
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:
• Remove doors.
• Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb
inside.
• Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service
technician.
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Important Safety Warranty lnformation
Instructions (cont.)
These Guidelines Must Be FollowedTo EnsureThat
Safety Mechanisms !nThis Refrigerat0r wi!! Operate
Properly.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
• The refrigerator must be plugged into its own
dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only electric 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 onthe 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
turned off accidentally.
• Avoid connecting refrigerator to a Ground Fault Interruptor
(GFI) circuit.
NOTE:Turning the freezer temperature control to,0" turns
off the compressor, but does not disconnect electrical
power to the light bu!b or other e!ectrica ! components.
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON
REFRIGERATOR
For one year from the date of purchase, when this
refrigerator is operated and maintained according to the
instructions provided in this Owner's Guide, Sears will
repair this refrigerator, free of charge, if defective in
material orworkmanship.
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY ON SEALED
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
For five years from the date of purchase, when this
refrigerator 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 motor), free of charge, if
defective in material or workmanship.
The above refrigerator warranty applies only to
refrigerators which are used for storage of food for private
household purposes.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may
also 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.
For warranty questions, please contact the following
address:
Sears, Roebuck and Co.
Dept. 817WA
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Groundingtype
wallreceptacle
tf Do not, under "
| any circumstance1
_1 cut, remove,
,_ or bypass the
3-pronggroundedplug _
pmng.
CANADA m LIMITED WARRANTY
Refrigerators
Sears Canada Inc., warrants every new Kenmore refrigerator to be free from defects in material or workmanship. What Sears
will do, free of charge, in case of defect:
The Compressor TEN (10) YEARS TEN (10) YEARS FIVE (5) YEARS
The Sealed System
(consisting of refrigerant, FIVE (5) YEARS FIVE (5) YEARS FIVE (5) YEARS
evaporator,and condenser)
All other parts or
adjustments ONE (1) YEAR ONE (1) YEAR ONE (1) YEAR
Normal 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 in the customer's manual; proper setting of the controls.
If any service is required under this warranty, simply call 1-800-4-MY-ROME (1-800-469-4663).
This warranty is in addition to any statutory warranty. The above warranty covers Kenmore Refrigerators sold and operated
in Canada only and shall not apply if the refrigerator is used for other than domestic purposes.
Sears Maintenance Agreement
Maintain the value of your Kenmore refrigerator with a Sears Maintenance Agreement.
SEARS CANADA INC. • Toronto, Canada ,, M5B 2B8
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PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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This Use& CareManualprovidesspecificoperating
instructionsforyourmodel.Usetherefrigeratoronlyas
instructedinthisUse&CareManual.Beforestartingthe
refrigerator,followtheseimportantfirststeps.
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 islevel
and strong enough to support a fully loaded refrigerator.
• Consider water supply availability for models equipped
with an automatic ice maker.
INSTALLATION
Do Not install the refrigerator where
the temperature wi!l drop below 55°F
(13°C) or rise above 1107F (43°C). At these
temperature extremes, the compressor will not be
able to maintain proper temperatures inside the
DONot block the toe grille on the lOWer
front of your refrigerator. Sufficient air circulation is
essential for the proper operation of your refrigerator.
Installation Clearances
• Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical
connections:
Sides &Top 3/8"
Back ........................ 1"
LEVELING
All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a
solid floor. Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable front
rollers to help level your unit.
ToLevel Your Refrigerator:
1. Remove toe grille.
2. Use flat-blade screwdriver or3/8" socket wrench
to adjust front rollers.
NOTE: Raise the front of the refrigerator enough so the
doors close freely when opened halfway.The refrigerator
should slope ¼!'to Y2"from front-to-back. Then level the
refrigerator from side to side.
NOTE: If you see black coils/tubing on the back of your
refrigerator (air-cooled condenser) leave31!clearance at
top of refrigerator.
DOOR OPENING
NOTE: If your refrigerator is placed with the door hinge
side against a wall, you may have to allow additional
space so the door can be opened wider.
Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access
to a counter when removing food. To make this possible, the
direction inwhich the doors open can be reversed. See Door
Removal& Reversal lnstructions on page 7.
Installation - Connecting Optional Ice Maker To Water Supply
To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personal injury, disconnect the
refrigerator from electrical power before connecting a water supply line to the refrigerator.
To Avoid Property Damage:
Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply line. Water supply tubing made of ¼" plastic is not
recommended since it greatly increases the potential for water leaks. Manufacturer will not be responsible for
any damage if plastic tubing is used for supply line.
DO NOT install water supply tubing in areas where temperatures fall below freezing.
Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the ice maker. If 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 Installing The Water Supply Line, You Will Need
• BasicTools: adjustable wrench, flat-blade screwdriver, and Phillips TM screwdriver
• Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 120 psi.
• A water supply line made of IAinch (6.4 mm) OD, copper tubing or braided water line. To determine the length of
copper tubing needed, you will need to measure the distance from the ice maker inletvalve at the back of the
refrigerator to you r cold water pipe. Then add approximately 7 feet (2.1 meters), so the refrigerator can be moved out
for cleaning (as shown).
• 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 inletvalve.
NOTE: A water line kit is available through Sears retail or catalog stores at additional cost.
To Connect Water Supply Line ToIce Maker Inlet Valve
1. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source.
2. Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket. Turn ON water supply
and flush supply line until water is clear. Turn OFF water supply at shut
off valve.
Brass
Compression
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 (IA inch).
Slide ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut
water line
Water Valve
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
refrigerator as shown.
7. Coil excess water supply line (about 2Y2turns) behind refrigerator as shown
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 _"_ copperwaterllne _,
leak. _ !_ _ho!d _ter =_pply
9. Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source. _Z(Ineludo4meu£htabinsinloopteallew
10. To turn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm (see ice maker front cover for ON/ r_,ir_re_gerteoroutfordoaning.)
OFF position of arm).
IMPORTANT: It takes approximately 24 hours for the ice maker to begin producing ice.Air in new plumbing lines may
cause ice maker to Cycle two or three times before making a ful! 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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