Kenmore 253.76180, 253.76250, 253.76135, 253.76085, Elite 253.76180 Use & Care Manual

Models/Modelos: 253.76180, 253.76250

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Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado

P/N 2020219A2499

Window Type Room Air Conditioner

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Kenmore Elite

Tipo De Sala De Ventana De Aire Acondicionado

Sea rs B rands Management Corporation
Hoçman Es tates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
www.kmart.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty 2
Master Protection Agreements 3

Air conditioner Feature 5-7
Additional Things

Care and Cleaning 9
Energy Saving Ideas 9
Troubleshooting Guide 10-11
Normal Sounds 12

When this appliance is installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, the following
warranty coverage applies. To arrange for warranty service, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME

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(1-800-469-4663).

For one year from the date of purchase, free repair will be provided if this appliance fails due to defective
materials or workmanship.
For five years from the date of purchase, a defective sealed refrigerant system will be repaired free of charge.
If this appliance is ever 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, and will NOT pay for:

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

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

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

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

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

intended purpose.

5. 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.

6. 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 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 li

mitation 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.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Kenmore Elite One Year Limited Warranty

Important Safety Instructions 4

Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

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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®.

Master Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore Elite 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.

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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.

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.

The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product. Here’s what the Agreement includes:

Read and Save These In structions

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 :

____________________________________________________________

Parts and labor not just for repairing defects, but to help keep products operating properly under normal use. 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.
25% discount off the regular price of any non-covered repair service and related installed parts.

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Important Safety
Instructions

Read all instructions before using this air conditioner.

READ THIS SECTION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE AIR CONDITIONER.

Unit must be upright for one hour prior to operating.

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 RESET button. 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).

WARNING

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.

The power supply cord with

this air conditioner contains a current
detection device designed to reduce the risk of
fire.

Please refer to the section ‘Operation of
Current Device’ for details.
In the 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.

Do not use this device to turn the unit on or off.
Always make sure the RESET button 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

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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®.

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:

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.

Electrical Information

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.

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

Power supply cord
with 3-prong grounding
plug and current
detection device

Grounding type wall
receptacle

Operation of Current
Device

WARNING

WARNING

WARNING

NOTE

NOTES:

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.