Kenmore 253.6178, 253.6181, 253.6182, 253.6189, 253.6172 Use & Care Manual
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Use & Care Guide
Manual de Usa y Cuidado
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
English / Espa~ol / Fran?ais
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Kenmore o
P/N 242111204 (1006)
Sears Brands Management
Corporation, Hoffman Estates,
IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8
IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.ca
Record Model/Serial Numbers
Important Safety Instructions
Please read and save those instructions
This Use & Care Guide provides specific operating
instructions for your model. Use your refrigerator only as
instructed in this Use & Care Guide. These instructions are
not meant to cover every possible condition and situation
that may occur. Common sense
and
caution
must
be
practlced 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.
Model Number:
253
Serial Number:
IMPORTANT
Use only soap
and water to clean serial plate.
Table of Contents
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Model/Serial
Numbers .....................
2
Important Safety Instructions ..........................
2-3
Warranty Information .....................................
4
Master Profectlon Agreements ......................
Installation-Includes Connecting Household
Water Supply to Refrigerator ...............
6-7
Door Removal & Reversal ...............................
Features At A Glance ......................................
12
Temperature Conlrols ......................................
13
Looking Inside
....................................................
14-15
Food Storage & Energy Saving Tips ............
16
Ice Service .........................................................
17
Normal Operating Sounds & Sights .............
18
Care & Cleaning ..............................................
1%20
Before You Call ................................................
21-23
Safety Precautions
Do not attempt to install or operate your unit until you have
read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety items
tl~roughouf Ibis manual are labeled with a Danger, Warning,
or Caution based on the risk type.
Definitions
~This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
,/~ DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in
death
or
serious
injury.
/z~ WARNING
WARNING
indicates a
potentially hazardous situation
I which, if nor avoided, could result in death or
serious
kinjury.
/~ CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate n ury.
IMPORTANT
Indicates installation, operation, or maintenance
inforrnat on which is important but not hazard-re ated.
Important Safety Instructions
Important Safely Instructions
/~ WARNING
Please read all safety instructions before using your
new 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 oil 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
became
airtight
chambers, and can quickly cause suffocation.
Proper disposal of your refrigerator 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 "lust a few days." If
you are getting rid of your
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.
~ WARNING
These guidelines must be followed to ensure that
safety
mechanisms in this refrigerator will
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 threeprong 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
Unplug
the
refrigerator be~:ore 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
Interrupter (GFI) circuit.
Grouncting type
wall receptacle
any circumstances
cut,
remove.
the
Power cord with
3-prong grounded plug
Warranty information
KENMORE APPLIANCE WARRANTY
One Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails
due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to
arrange for free repair.
If this appliance is used for other than private family purposes, this warranty applies for only 90 days from the date
of purchase.
This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay for:
1.
Expendable items that can wear out from normal use~ including but not limlted 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 all instructions
supplied with the product.
5.
Damage to or fallure 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.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer’s
sole and
exclusive remedy under this limited
warranty
shal~ be product repair as provided I~erein. 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 incldental or consequential damages. Some states and
provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations 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 ~n the United States and 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 MSB 2B8
Master Protection Agreements
Congratulations on maldng 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 fechniclans,
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 not be fixed.
o
Annual
Preventive I~laintenance
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%
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 t~ome items, in the U.S.A. or Canada call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®.
Installation
This Use & Care Manual provides specific operating
instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as
instructed in this Use & Care Manual. Before starting the
refrigerator, follow 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 fi’om the range, dishwasher or other heat
sources.
The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is
level and strong enough to support o fully loaded
refrigerator.
Consider water supply availability for models
equipped with an automatic icemaker.
~ CAUTION
DO NOT
install
the
refrigerator where
the
temperature
will drop below 55°F (13°C) or rise above 110°F
(43°C). The compressor will not be able to maintain
proper
temperatures inside the refrigerator.
DO NOT block the toe grille on the lower front of your
refrigerator. Sufficient
air circulation is essential
for the
proper operation
of your
refrigerator.
IMPORTANT
If you install your refrigerator in a garage or
other unheated
area, you
may experience
freezer
temperature
problems during the winter months
when temperatures dip below 55° F.
Upgrading
your refrigerator
with a Garage Kit will
lower the minimum operating
temperature of your
unit to 34° F. This kit can be
ordered through Sears
stores or Sears Parts & Repair
at an additional cost.
Installation Clearances
Allow the following clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical
connections:
Sides & "~op
3/8"
NOTE
If you see black coils/tubing on the back o!.your
refrigerator
(alr-cooled
condenser) leave
3 clearance
at top of refrlgerator.
Door Opening
Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy
access to o counter when removing food. To make this
possible, the direction in which the doors open can be
reversed. See Door Removal & Reversal Instructions.
j NOTE
If your refi’igerator is
placed
with
the door hinge side
against a wall, you may hove to allow additional space
so the door can be opened wider.
Leveling
All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a
solid floor. Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable
front rollers or front leveling screws to help level your unit.
To Level Your Refrigerator:
1.
Remove toe grille.
2.
Use flat-blade screwdriver
or 3/8" socket wrench
to adjust front rollers.
Use adjustable wrench to
adiust leveling
screws .....
NOTE
Raise the front of the refrigerator enough so the doors
close freely when opened halfway. The refrigerator
should slope ~/4" to 1/2" from front to back. Then level the
refrigerator from side to side.
j
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Adjustable Front Roller
(some models)
(some models)
Connecting Household Water Supply To Refrigerator
~ WARNING
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.
/~ CAUTION
To Avoid Property Damage:
Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply
line. Water supply tubing made of ~/~" 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 icemaker. If the icemal(er is onnected
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
Basic Tools:
adjustable wrench~ fiat-blade screwdriver,
and Phillips~ screwdriver
Access to a household cold water line with water pressure
between 30 and 100 psi.
A water supply line made of 1/4 inch (6.4 mrn) OD,
copper tubing. To determine the length of copper tubing
needed, you will need to measure the distance from the
icemaker 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).
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 icemaker inlet valve.
NOTE
A water llne kit is available from Sears stores or Sears
Parts & Repair at an additional cost.
To
Connect Water Supply
Line
To
Icemaker 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 llne until water ~s
clear. Turn OFF water supply at shutoff valve.
3.
Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard
cap.
Slide brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) onto
water supply line, as shown.
5.
Push
water
supply
I~ne
into water
valve ~nlet as far as i~
will go (I/4 inch). Slide ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and
finger tighten compression nut onto valve. Tighten another
half turn with a wrench; DO NOT over tighten.
6.
With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply llne to
rear panel
of refrigerator as shown.
7.
Coil excess water supply llne (about 2~/2 turns) 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 leak.
9.
Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source.
10.
To turn icemaker on, lower wire signal arm (see icemaker
front cover for ON/OFF position of arm).
(Sleeve)
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