Kenmore Elite 253 Series Bedienungsanleitung

Refrigerator

Top Mount

Use & Care Guide

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Gufa para su uso y cuidado

Compartiments Superposes

Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Sears Canada, inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8 www, sea rs,com

240432309 (0408)

Welcome &

Congratulations

Congratuiations 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 INSTRUCTmONS

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,

PJease record your modeJ and seria! numbers beJow

for future reference. This information is found on the

sedaJ pJate located inside the refrigerator

compartment.

Model Number: 253

or: 970

Seria! Number:

_ Purchase Date:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

NI Welcome ............................................. 2

i_ 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 ..................................... 12o14

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

Food Storage & Energy Saving Tips ... 16

Normal Operating Sounds & Sights .... 17

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

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

important Safety

instructions

Please Read AH 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

•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 ofchild entrapment

Child entrapment and suffocation _1/1/-__

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,

o Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service

technician,

FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ON

REFRIGERATOR

These Guidelines Must Be FollowedTo EnsureThat

Safety Mechanisms In This Refrigerator Will

Operate Properly.

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

*The refrigerator must be plugged into its own

dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC onJy 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

Avoid connecting refrigerator toa Ground FaultInterruptor

(GFI) circuit,

NOTE: Turning the freezer temperature control to "O-

turns off the compressor, but does not disconnect

electrical power to the light bulb or other electncal

components.

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

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

Grounding _ype

wall receptacle

fDo not, under ""

any circumstances, ]

cut_ removes

or bypass the

grounding prong.../

Power cord with

Sears Canada Inc,, warrants every new Kenmore refrigerator to be free from defects in material or workmanship, What

Sears wiii do, free of charge, in case of defect:

,_ Parts: At Sears opt onl Labor

HOWtong warrantea.

What is covered? either repair or aapp ymnata repaired or

: (from date of sale) replacement part for: i replacement part for:

The Compressor

The Sealed System

(consisting of refrigerant,

evaporator, and condenser)

All other parts or

adjustments

TEN (10) YEARS

FiVE (5) YEARS

ONE (1) YEAR

TEN (10) YEARS

FiVE (5) YEARS

ONE (1) YEAR

FiVE (5) YEARS

ONE (1) YEAR

Norma_ 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. o Toronto, Canada o M5B 2B8

PRINTED iN U.S.A.

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.

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 ®.

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.

This Use & Cars Manual provides specific operating

instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only as

instructed in this Use & Cars 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 pHug.

o HfpossiNe place the refrigerator out of direct sunlight

and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat

sources,

o The rsfrigsrator must bs instaflsd on a floor that is IsvsL

and strong enough to support a fufly Ioadsd rsfngsrator,

o Considsr water suppHyavailabifity for models squippsd

with an automatic ice maker.

mNSTALLATION

Do Not install the refrigerator where

the temperature will drop below 55°F

(13°O) 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 Mock the toe gdHe on the lower

front of your refrigerator. Sufficient air circuJation

is essential for the proper operation of your

refrigerator.

/nsta//ation C/earances

i ° Allow the following clearances for ease of installation

proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical

: _ connections:

Sides & Top 3/8"

:_, Back ........................ 1"

i _ NOTE: If you see black coils/tubing on the back of your

refrigerator (air-cooled condenser)leave 3" clearance

at top of refrigerator.

DOOR OPENING

LEVEMNG

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:

Use fiat=blade screwdriver or 3/8" socket wrench

to adjust tront rollers.

NOTE: Raise the front of the refrigerator enough so the

doors close freely when opened halfway The refrigerator

should slope Y4"to W' from Iront=to=back. Then level

the refrigerator from side to side.

Raise

s!de against a waft, 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 in which the doors open can be reversed. See

Door Removal & Reversal Instructions on page 8.

Instatlatioft o Connecting Optional Ice Maker To Water Supply

To avoid electric shock, which can cause death or severe personaJ injury, disconnect the

refrig orator from electricaJ power before connecting a water supply line to the refrigerator.

To Avoid Property Damage:

Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply Jine. Water suppJy tubing made of 1/4"plastic is not

recommended since it greatly increases the potentiaJ for water Jeaks. Manufacturer wiJJnot be responsiMe

for any damage if plastic tubing is used for supply Jine.

•DO NOT install water suppJy tubing in areas where temperatures fall beJow freezing.

•ChemicaJs from a maffunctioning softener can damage the ice maker. Jfthe 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 lnstMling The Water Supply Line, You Will Need

•Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, fiat=blade screwdriver, and Phillips TM screwdriver

o Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 120 psi,

•A water supply line made of 1Ainch (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 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),

o A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system, DO NOT use a self-piercing type

shutoff valve,

o A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for connecting the water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve,

NOTE: A watei line kit is available through sears ietail ar Catalog Stores at additional CoSt,

To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice 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,

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 (1Ainch),

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 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

leak, •-Copper water Ene

9, Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source, (Indude enough tubing in loop to aHow

10, Toturn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm (see ice maker front cover for ON/ rnovirtgrefrigeratoroutfo[cUeaoing.

OFF position of arm),

iMPORTANT: It takes approximately 24 hours for the ice maker to begin producing ice, Air in new plumbing !ines may

cause ice maker to Cycletwo or three times before making a fu!!_ray0f !ce,New plumb!ng may cause iceto be disce!ored

or have poor flavor. Discard ice made during the first 24 hours,

Deer Removal and Reversal Instructions

ToolsNecessar

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.Screws--_._ Top Hinge

DOOR REMOVAL AND REVERSAL INSTRUCTIONS:

NOTE: If your refrigerator is a stainless steel model reversing the

doors is no1possible unless you order new doors from the factory

The directioninwhichyourrefrigeratordoorsopen canbe reversedbymoving

thedoorhingesfromone sidetotheother,Reversingthedoorswingshould

be performedby a qualifiedperson

iMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator temperature control

to "0" and remove the electrical power cord from the wall outlet. Remove

any food from door shelves.

Door

DoorStop

Screw_

1. Remove toe grille and top hinge cover,

2, Remove top hinge with 3/8" hex driver and lift freezer door off of

center hinge pin. Set door aside.

3. Unscrew center hinge pin using adjustable wrench and save for

reassembly, Ensure plastic washer stays on hinge pin

4, Lift refrigerator door off of bottom hinge and set aside,

5. Remove center hinge and shim by removing aside screw and

loosening two outside screws enough to allow hinge and shim to

slide out, Tighten screws,

6. Loosen two outside screws on opposite side of refrigerator, remove

inside screw and install center hinge,

7. Remove two screws on bottom hinge with 3/8" socket wrench

8. Install bottom hinge on opposite side with the two screws removed

from step 7,

9. Unscrew bottom hinge pin using adjustable wrench, Move hinge pin

to other hob in hinge and tighten with adjustable wrench,

10, Reverse door handles Isee instructions on next page),

11. Move freezer and refrigerator door stops to opposite side Before

starting screws, use an awl to puncture the foam

12, Position refrigerator door onto bottom hinge pin and screw center

hinge pin through center hinge into top of door, Close refrigerator

door to help align hinge hob,

13, Tighten center hinge pin with adjustable wrench,

14, Remove cabinet and hinge hob plugs and move to opposite side.

15, Lower freezer door onto center hinge pin

16, Close freezer door, Have an assistant lift up on opposite side of

door while tightening screws to install top hinge,

17, Replace toe grille and top hinge cover,

18, Plug n electrical powercord and turn refrigerator temperature control

to center position, Adjust setting as necessary,

Door Removal and Reversal Instructions (continued)

NOTE: Some models have "pocket" handles, which are recessed into the sides of the door. On these models, only

the hinges will need to be reversed,

TO REMOVE FREEZER HANDLE:

,HandUes may be easier to reverse while doors are off,_

1. Remove two screws attaching handUeto bottom of freezer door,

2. Swing bottom of handUeaway from the door and slide handUestraight

up and off of dovetail button.

3. Remove screw and dovetail button and install on other side. moving

hole plugs from corresponding holes to opposite side.

TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE:

1. Start with handle offset away from door. Place top of handle over

dovetail button, swing handle into an upright position and puii

downward, locking it into place

2. Secure bottom of handle with two screws removed earlier.

ButtonJ

PDg /

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DovetailButton

TRIM REMOVAL (FULL-LENGTH TRIM MODELS ONLY}

Unsome modeUs,the refrigerator door has a full Uengthtrim piece which continues from the bottom of the handUeto the

bottom of the door, The top of the trim fits around the base of the handle, An adhesive "trim lock" is positioned about

halfway down. The bottom of the trim is held in place by either an adhesive trim lock, or a trim lock with two prongs

inserted into a hole on the face of the door.

TO REMOVE TRmM:

1. Remove trim by gently pulling trim lock areas out and away from door.

2 When trim is free from door, slide the trim straight down and away from base of handle.

TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR HANDLE:

(Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off.)

1. Remove two screws attaching handle to top of refrigerator door.

2. Swing top of handle away from door and slide handle down and off of

dovetail button.

3. Remove screw and dovetail button and install on other side, moving

hole plugs from corresponding holes to opposite side.

TO ATTACH REFRIGERATOR HANDLE:

1. Start with handle offset away from door. Place bottom of handle over

dovetail button, swing handle into an upright position and pull upward,

locking it into place.

2. Secure top of handle with screws.

TO ATTACH TRIM:

1. Slide both trim locks out of trim.

2. Insert new adhesive trim locks contained in your literature pack.

two donut shaped areas.

3. Install trim to handle by sliding over base of handle. Carefully align

trim and press down at trim lock locations.

4. Replace hole plug on opposite side. Use rubbing alcohol to remove

any adhesive residue from old trim lock locations.

Lock Handle

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Trim

ice

Freezer Shemf

Freezer

Controm

Refrigerator

Controm

OemiDrawer

Cove_

Oeii Drawer

Half Shelf

Wine Rack

Speciam totem

Full Shelf

Crisper

Drawers

iceTra_ _- Freezer Light

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_--Fixed Door Bin

_-_Door Rack

Snugger

Door Bin

Fixed Door Bin

Door Rack

Features may vary according to model

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