Kenmore 25374184403 User Manual

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Use & Care Guide

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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL60179 U.S.A.

Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8

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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 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..dean,serial, plate.

Model Number: 253

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:------------------------------------------------------------

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or: 970

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

Safety Instructions Warranty

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Canada - Limited Warranty Protection Agreements

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2-3 3 4 5

Installation- -Includes Connecting Optional Ice

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

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

Features At A Glance Temperature Controls Looking Inside Ice Service

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10 11

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15 Food Storage & Energy Saving Tips ... 16

Normal Operating Sounds & Sights .... 17

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

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

A WARNING

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 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 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 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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A WARNING

These.Guidelines Must BeFollowedTo.EnsureThat Safety..Mechanisms in This 'Refrigerator:.Will;

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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 powercord.

• 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 Icontro.l. to. “0”. Tums.'off Ifhe compressor,-'but 'does 'not disconnect ■■■' .ele.ctri.cal power, to the'light bulb or other, .electrical

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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 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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'Grounding type

wall receptacle

Do not, under any circumstances, cut, remove, or bypass the grounding prong.

Power cord with ■ ■ 3-prong gro,unded plug

CANADA ■ LIMITED WARRANTY

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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:

: What is-covered?

The Compressor TEN (10) YEARS TEN (10) YEARS FIVE (5) YEARS

The Sealed System

(consisting of refrigerant,

evaporator, and condenser)

All other parts or

adjustments

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(from .date..of..saie) . ■

FIVE (5) YEARS FIVE (5) YEARS FIVE (5) YEARS

ONE (1) YEAR ONE (1) YEAR ONE (1) YEAR

'Parts: At -Sears' 'Option,

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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-HOME®"{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

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS

In the U.S.A.

Master Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore® appiiance is designed and manufactured for years of dependabie operation. But like ali 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

y 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

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.

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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 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®.

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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 maker.

INSTALLATION ^

i^CAUTION

Do Not install the .refrigerator where ■'

. . the.temperatyrewill.drop.below55°F |1.3.°C) .ior:.rise a.b.o¥.e.i.10°F. .(43°C). At .lhe.se temperature .extr.e.rnes, the compressor will not. be able to '.maintain, proper temp.eratures ..inside.the refrigerator,.!.. ■. /...

CAUTION

Do Not b.iock.the toe.grilleon.the lower.;

front of your refrigerator. Sufficient air circulation '

'.is.-essential-for'the. proper ■ operation :'of your..

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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.

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. ■

should slope'14”'to'IT”'from front-to-back. Then 'level

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Installation Clearances

• Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical

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Sides & Top Back

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.'.refrigerator'.(ai.r-cooled.condenser) le.ave 3” clearance.',

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DOOR OPENING

;NOTE: If y.our refrigerator is placed .w.ith the d.oor hinge

■■'Side.against a wall,''you.',rnay;have.to'.allovradditional '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 in which the doors open can be reversed. See

Door Removal & Reversal Instructions on page 8.

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