Kenmore 25373894302, 25373894300, 25373893302, 25373893300, 25373892302 Owner’s Manual

Refrigerator

Top Mount

Use & Care Guide

Refrigerador

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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

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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 Thank
You 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

instructionsfor 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 0nly soap and water to clean serial plate.

Model Number: 253

or: 970

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

TABLE OF CONTENTS Junked

Welcome ............................................. 2

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

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

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

Protection Agreements ........................ 5

Installation--includes Connecting Optional Ice

Maker To Water Supply ...................................... 6-7

Door Removal & Reversal ................... 8-9

Features At A Glance .......................... 10

Temperature Controls .......................... 11

Looking Inside ..................................... 12-14

Ice Service .......................................... 15

Food Storage & Energy Saving Tips ... 16

Normal Operating Sounds & Sights .... 17

Care & Cleaning .................................. 18-19

Before You Call ................................... 20

Please Read All Instructions Before
Using This 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
make£

• 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 __
are not problems of the past.

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:

• 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

Instructions (cont.) Warranty Information

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON

These Guidelines Must Be Followed To Ensure That
Safety Mechanisms In This Refrigerator Wi!! For one year from the date of purchase, when this

Operate Properly. refrigerator is operated and maintained according to the

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 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
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 bulb or other electrical
components.

REFRIGERATOR

instructions provided in this Owner's Guide, Sears will
repair this refrigerator, free of charge, if defective in

material or workmanship.

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

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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 inthe customer's manual; proper setting of the controls.

If any service isrequired under this warranty, simply call 1-800-4-MY-HOME sM(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 ifthe refrigerator isused 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

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

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In the U.S.A.

Master Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your
new Kenmore ®appliance 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 more than three 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 - non-technical and
instructional assistance on products repaired in

your home, 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

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.

In Canada

Maintenance Agreements

Your purchase has added value because you can
depend on Sears HomeCentral ®for service. With over
2400 Service Technicians and access to over 900,000

parts and accessories, we have the tools, parts,
knowledge and skills to ensure the pledge: We Service

What We Sell.
Your Kenmore ®appliance is designed, manufactured

and tested to provide years of dependable operation.
Yet any major appliance 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.

• Eliminate repair bills resulting from normal wear

and tear.

• Provides for non-technical and instructional

assistance.

• Even if you don't need repairs, provides an annual
Preventive Maintenance Check, at your request, to

ensure that your appliance is in proper running

condition.

Some limitations apply. For information
concerning Sears Canada Maintenance
Agreements, call 1-800-361-6665.

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 guaranteed professional installation of home

appliances and items like garage door openers and
water heaters, in the U.S.A. call 1-800-4MY-HOME ®.

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 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 maKe£

INSTALLATION

Do Not install the refrigerator where

the temperature will drop below 55°F

(13°C) or rise above 110°F (43°C). At these
temperature extremes, 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.

LEVELING

All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a
solid floor. Your refrigerator isequipped with adjustable front
rollers 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.

NOTE: Raise the front of the refrigerator enough so the
doors close freely when opened halfway. The refrigerator
should slope ¼" to V2"from front-to-back. Then level

the refrigerator from side to side

Installation Clearances

Allow the following clearances for ease of installation
proper air circulation, and 3lumbing and electrical

connections:

Sides & Top 3/8"

Back 1"

NOTE: Ifyou see black coils/tubing on the back of your
refrigerator (air-cooled condensert leave 3" clearance

at top of refrigerator.

DOOR OPENING

NOTE: Ifyour refrigerator is placed with the door hinge

side against a wal!, 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 Instructions on page 8.

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