Kenmore 25363702200 User Manual REFRIGERATOR Manuals And Guides L0209134
KENMORE Top Mount Refrigerator Manual L0209134 KENMORE Top Mount Refrigerator Owner's Manual, KENMORE Top Mount Refrigerator installation guides
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Galaxy Refrigerator Top Mount Use & Care Guide Refrigerador Congelador Superior Gufa para su uso y cuidado Rdfrigdrateur Compartiments Superposds 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 www.sears.com 240506401 (0108) 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. FOR YOUR 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 INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE 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. • 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 Please record your model and serial numbers below for future reference. This information is found on the SAFETY 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. serial plate located inside the refrigerator compartment. Model Number: 253 PROPER or: 970 DISPOSAL OF YOUR REFRIGERATOR OR FREEZER Serial Number: Risk of child entrapment Purchase Date: Welcome ............................................. 2 Safety Instructions .............................. Warranty .............................................. Canada - Limited Warranty .................. Installation--includes Connecting Optional Ice 2 - 3 3 4 Maker To Water Supply ..................................... 5 - 6 7 Door Removal Temperature & Reversal Controls .................. .......................... Looking Inside ..................................... Ice Service .......................................... 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: 8 9 10 Food Storage & Energy Saving Tips ... 11 Normal Operating Sounds & Sights .... 12 Care & Cleaning .................................. 13 - 14 Before You Call .................................... 15 2 • Remove doors. • Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb inside. • Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service technician. FULL ONE-YEAR REFRIGERATOR 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 intoa 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 pullingon 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 cordto prevent the refrigerator from being turned off accidentally. Avoidconnectingrefrigeratorto a Ground FaultInterruptor (GFI) circuit. • • • • WARRANTY ON 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 REFRIGERATION WARRANTY SYSTEM ON SEALED 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 Dept. 817WA Hoffman Estates, and Co. IL 60179 CANADA LIMI rED 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, evaporator, and condenser) FIVE (5) YEARS FIVE (5) YEARS FIVE (5) YEARS 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 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 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 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. 4 This Use & Care Manualprovidesspecificoperating instructionsfor yourmodel.Usethe refrigeratoronlyas instructed inthisUse&CareManual.Beforestartingthe LEVELING LOCATION 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: • Choose a place that is near a grounded electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter plug. 1. • 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. refrigerator, follow these important first steps. • 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. Installation Clearances • Allow the following clearances for ease of installation, proper air circulation, and plumbing and electrical connections: Sides & Top Back ........................ DOOR 3/8" 1" OPENING 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 7. Use flat-blade screwdriver or 3/8" socket wrench to adjust front rollers. Before Installing The Water Supply Line, You Will Need • Basic Tools: adjustable wrench, flat-blade screwdriver, and Phillips TM screwdriver • • Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 120 psi. A water supply line made of 1/_inch (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). 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 ice maker inlet valve. To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker Inlet Valve 1 2. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source. 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 (1/_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 line to rear panel of refrigerator as shown. 7. Coil excess water supply line (about 2V2turns) 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 ice maker on, lower wire signal arm (see ice maker front cover for ON/ OFF position of arm). 6 Tools Necessary: Phillips" head or Quadrex head screwdriver !i_!!ii!i_ii!ilCabinet Wench Set Hole Plugs 1. Remove 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. Lift refrigerator door off of bottom hinge and set aside. 4. 5. .... 6. .... 7. 8. 9. Remove center hinge and shim by removing inside screw and loosening two outside screws enough to allow hinge and shim to slide out. Tighten screws. Loosen two outside screws on opposite side of refrigerator, remove inside screw and install center hinge. Remove bottom hinge with 3/8" hex driver. Reinsert two outside screws in holes and tighten. Inside screw will go to opposite side in step 8. Remove two outside screws on opposite side of refrigerator and install bottom hinge. Insert and tighten screw saved from step 7. Unscrew bottom hinge pin using adjustable wrench. Move hinge pin to other hole in hinge and tighten with adjustable wrench. 10. Move freezer and refrigerator door stops to opposite side. Before starting screws, use an awl to puncture the foam. 11. 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 hole. 12. Tighten center hinge pin with adjustable wrench. 13. Remove cabinet and hinge hole plugs and move to opposite side. 14. Lower freezer door onto center hinge pin. 15. Close freezer door. Have an assistant lift up on opposite side of door while tightening screws to install top hinge. 16. Replace top hinge cover. 17. Plug in electrical power cord and turn refrigerator temperature control to center position. Adjust setting as necessary. i!iill COOL DOWN PERIOD To ensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading it with food. REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT CONTROLS Recommended • • Adjust temperature gradually: move the knob in small increments, allowing the temperature to stabilize. For colder temperatures, turn the knob towards Cold. • For warmer temperatures, turnthe knobtowards Warm. Turningthe refrigeratorcontrolwillchange temperatures in both compartments. For example, if the refrigeratorcontrolisturned to a colder setting, the freezer controlmay have to be adjusted to a warmer setting. Turning the freezer control will change only the freezer temperature. Freezer Control (some models) To maintain temperatures, a fan circulates air in the refrigerator and freezer compartments. For good circulation, do not block cold air vents with food items. Refrigerator TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT Control (some models) GUIDE If Refrigerator compartment Is Too Warm Turn Refrigerator Control Slightly Towards Cold. If Refrigerator compartment Is Too Cold Turn Refrigerator Control Slightly Towards Warm. If Freezer compartment Is Too Warm Turn Freezer Control Slightly Towards Colder. If Freezer compartment Is Too Cold Turn Freezer Control Slightly Towards Warmer. To Turn Refrigerator Off Turn Refrigerator Control To 0. 8 SHELF ADJUSTMENT Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to suit individual needs. Before adjusting the shelves, remove all food. To adjust !O OI sliding shelves: Remove shelf by pulling forward to stop position. Lift front edge up and pull out. Replace the shelf on any pair of rails by reversing this procedure. Sliding Wire Shelf DOOR STORAGE Door bins, shelves, and racks are provided for convenient storage of jars, bottles, and cans. Frequently used items can be quickly selected. Some models have door racks or bins that can accommodate gallon-sized plastic drink containers and economy-sized jars and containers. Some racks are adjustable for maximum storage capacity. The dairy compartment, which is warmer than the general food storage section, is intended for short term storage of cheese, spreads, or butter. Door Rack CRISPERS (SOME MODELS) The crispers, located under the bottom refrigerator shelf, are designed for storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh produce. Wash items in clear water and remove excess water before placing them in the crispers. Items with strong odors or high moisture content should be wrapped before storing. Crisper Drawer If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, it will provide a sufficient supply of ice for normal use. During the initial startup of your refrigerator, however, no ice will be produced during the first 24 hours of operation. Automatic ice makers are also optional accessories that may be installed in most models at any time. Call your local dealer for information. TURNING YOUR ICE MAKER ON After the plumbing connections have been completed, the water supply valve must be opened. Place the ice container under the ice maker, pushing it as far back as possible. Lower the wire signal arm to its "down" or ON position. New plumbing connections may cause the first production of ice cubes to be discolored or have an odd flavor. These first cubes should be discarded until the cubes produced are free of discoloration and taste. TURNING YOUR ICE MAKER OFF To stop the ice maker, lift the wire signal arm until it clicks and locks in the "up" or OFF position. The ice maker also turns off automatically when the ice container is full. If your model has an adjustable freezer shelf, place the shelf in the lower position, so that the wire signal arm will hit the ice when the container is full. ICE MAKER Ice Maker TIPS • Ice cubes stored too long may develop an odd flavor. Empty the ice container and ensure that the wire signal arm is in its "down" or ON position. The ice maker will then produce more ice. • • Occasionally shake the ice container to keep ice separated. Keep the wire signal arm in its "up" or OFF position until the refrigerator is connected to the water supply or whenever the water supply is turned off. The following sounds are normal when the ice maker is operating: • • • Motor running Ice loosening from tray • • Ice dropping into ice container Running water • Water valve opening or closing • • Wash the ice container in warm water with mild detergent. Rinse well and dry. Stop the ice maker when cleaning the freezer and during vacations. • If the ice maker will be turned off for a long period of time, turn the water supply valve to the closed position. 10 FOOD STORAGE IDEAS Fresh Food Storage • • The fresh food compartment should be kept between 34 ° F and 40 ° F with an optimum temperature of 37 ° F. Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves. This reduces the circulation of air around the food and results in uneven cooling. Fruits and Vegetables • Storage in the crisper drawers traps moisture to help preserve the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods. Meat • Raw meat and poultry should be wrapped securely so leakage and contamination of other foods or surfaces does not occur. Frozen Food Storage • • The freezer compartment should be kept at 0 ° F or lower. A freezer operates most efficiently when it is at least 2/3 full. Packaging Foods for Freezing • To minimize dehydration and quality deterioration, use aluminum foil, freezer wrap, freezer bags or airtight containers. Force as much air out of the packages as possible and seal them tightly. Trapped air can cause food to dry out, change color, and develop an off-flavor (freezer burn). • Wrap fresh meats and poultry with suitable freezer wrap prior to freezing. • Do not refreeze meat that has completely thawed. Loading the Freezer • Avoid adding too much warm food to the freezer at one time. This overloads the freezer, slows the rate of freezing, and can raise the temperature of frozen foods. • Leave a space between the packages, so cold air can circulate freely, allowing food to freeze as quickly as possible. • Avoid storing hard-to-freeze foods such as ice cream and orange juice on the freezer door shelves. These foods are best stored in the freezer interior where the temperature varies less. ENERGY • • • • • • • SAVING IDEAS Locate the refrigerator in the coolest part of the room, out of direct sunlight, and away from heating ducts or registers. Do not place the refrigerator next to heat-producing appliances such as a range, oven, or dishwasher. If this is not possible, a section of cabinetry or an added layer of insulation between the two appliances will help the refrigerator operate more efficiently. Level the refrigerator so that the doors close tightly. Refer to this Use & Care Manual for the suggested temperature control settings. Periodic cleaning of the condenser will help the refrigerator run more efficiently. See the Care and Cleaning Charton page 13. Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents. Doing so causes the refrigerator to run longer and use more energy. Cover foods and wipe containers dry before placing them in the refrigerator. This cuts down on moisture build-up inside the unit. Organize the refrigerator to reduce door openings. Remove as many items as needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible. 11 UNDERSTANDING THE SOUNDS YOU MAY HEAR A. Evaporator The flow of refrigerant through the evaporator may create a boiling or gurgling sound. Your new high-efficiency refrigerator may make unfamiliar sounds. Don't be alarmed, these are all normal sounds. Hard surfaces, such as vinyl or wood floors, walls, and kitchen cabinets may make sounds more noticeable. Listed below are descriptions of some of the most common sounds you may hear, and what is causing them. B. Evaporator Fan You may hear air being forced through the refrigerator by the evaporator fan. C. Defrost Heater During defrost cycles, water dripping onto the defrost heater may cause a hissing or sizzling sound. After defrosting, a popping sound may occur. D. Automatic Ice Maker If your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic ice maker, you will hear ice cubes falling into the ice bin. E. Cold Control & Defrost Timer These parts can produce a snapping or clicking sound when turning the refrigerator on and off. The timer also produces sounds similar to an electric clock. F. Compressor Modern, high-efficiency compressors operate much faster than older models. The compressor may have a high-pitched hum or pulsating sound. G. Water Valve If your refrigerator is equipped with an automatic ice maker, you will hear a buzzing sound as the water valve opens to fill the ice maker during each cycle. H. Drain Pan (Nonremovable) You may hear water running into the drain pan during the defrost cycle. The drain pan will be located on top of the compressor for air-cooled condensers (black coils on back of refrigerator). L Condenser 12 Coils Keepyourrefrigerator andfreezercleantopreventodorbuild-up. Wipeupanyspillsimmediately andcleanbothsections at leasttwicea year.Neverusemetallicscouringpads,brushes,abrasivecleanersor strongalkalinesolutionson any surface.Donot washanyremovable partsin a dishwasher. Always unplug the electrical power cord from the wall outlet before cleaning. Care & Cleaning Chart Part What To Use Tips and Precautions Interior/Door • Soap and water Liner • Baking soda and water Use 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 1 quart of warm water. Be sure to wring excess water out of sponge or cloth before cleaning around controls, light bulb or any electrical part. Door Gaskets • Soap and water Wipe gaskets with a clean soft cloth. Drawers/Bins • Soap and water Do not wash any removable items (bins, drawers, etc.) in dishwasher. Exterior and Handles • Soap and water Do not use commercial handles. • Vacuum Cleaner Use the dusting tool attachment on your vacuum to remove dust build-up on the condenser coils (black tubes and wires) attached to the back of air- Condenser Coils (Air-cooled models only) Defrost Pan Water household cleaners, ammonia, or alcohol to clean cooled refrigerators only. • Soap and water Some models have defrost water pan located on top of compressor at bottom rear of refrigerator (see illustration below). Wipe water pan with damp cloth. NOTE: The defrost water pan is NOT removable. Nonremovable Defrost Water Pan (some models) 13 Vacation and Moving Tips Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of 3 weeks or less. Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment. Turn automatic ice maker off, even if you will only be gone for a few days. Short Vacations Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more. Turn controls to "0" and disconnect power. Turn off automatic ice maker and turn water supply valve to closed position. Clean interior thoroughly. Leave both doors open to prevent odors and mold build-up. Block doors open if necessary. Long Vacations Moving • Remove all food and ice. • • • If using handcart, load from side. Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving. Pad cabinet to avoid scratching surface. 14 ATTENTION To Properly Install Your Refrigerator See "'Installation" Section On Pages 5-6 OR To Reverse The Doors See "'Door Removal & Reversal" Section On Page 7 Common Occu rrences Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. • • Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet. Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay breaker. • • The temperature control is turned to "O". Refrigerator may be in defrost cycle. Wait 20 minutes and check again. • Set freezer control to a warmer setting until freezer temperature satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize. Refrigerator does not run. Freezer temperature too cold. Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. Refrigerator temperature too cold. Freezer temperature is satisfactory. fuse. Reset circuit Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting. Allow 24 hours for temperature to stabilize. Then check freezer temperatures and adjust as needed. * Refrigerator is noisy or vibrates. • • The cabinet is not level. Floor is weak. Odors in refrigerator. • • Interior needs to be cleaned. Foods that produce odors should be covered or wrapped. • • • Replace light bulb. Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet. Light switch may be stuck. Push in light switch, refrigerator control box, to release. • • • • • Ensure the Wire Signal Arm is not in UP position. Ice maker should produce 4 to 5 pounds of ice in a 24 hour period. Water supply is turned off. Water pressure is too low. The freezer is not cold enough. Cabinet light not working. Automatic ice maker not working. (some models) is * See Normal Operating Sounds and Sights section on page 12. 15 located on the
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