Use & Care Guide
Manual de Usa y Cuidada
Guide d_utilisation et d_entretien
English / Espa_ol / Franc;ais
Models/Modelos/Mod_les: 253. 60722
970.44782, 44789
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P/N 297437200 (1208)
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hofl:man Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com
Sears Canada Inc.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
www.sears.ca
Record Model/Serial Numbers Important Safety Instructions
Please read and save these instructions
This Use & Core Guide provides specific operating
instructions for your model. Use your unit only as instructed
in this Use & Care Guide. These instructions ore 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 an the serial
plate located either on the upper left wall inside the
refrigerator.
Model Number: 253.
or g70.
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Safety Precautions
Do not attempt to install or operate your unit until you
have read the safety precautions in this manual. Safety
items throughout this manual ore labeled with o Danger,
Warning, or Caution based on the risk type.
Definitions
_This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to
potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
_ DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injuW.
IMPORTANT
Use only soap and water to cleon serial plate.
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_ WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injuW.
Table of Contents
RecordModel/Serial Numbers................................. 2
Important Safety Instructions................................... 2
Warranty Information ............................................. 4
Master ProtectionAgreements................................. 5
FirstSteps............................................................. 6
Energy SavingTips ................................................. 7
Settingthe Temperature Control ............................... 8
Features................................................................ 8
Care& Cleaning ..................................................... 9
BeforeYouCall...................................................... 10
SearsService......................................................... |2
_ CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentlally hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injuW.
IMPORTANT
Indicates installation, operation, or maintenance
information which is important but not hazard-related.
important Safety instructions
_,!b WARNING
Please read all safety instructions before using your
new appliance.
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 unit in the presence of explosive fumes.
Remove and discard any spacers used to secure the
shelves during shipping. Small objects are a choke
hazard to children.
Remove aii 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 unit 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 ......................
appliance
Risk of child entrapment
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Child entrapment and suffocation
are not problems of the past. Junked
or abandoned appliances are sfiii
dangerous - even if they will sit for "just
a few days." If you are getting rid of
appliance, please follow the instructions
below to help prevent accidents.
Before you throw away your old unit:
* Remove doors.
Leave shelves in place so children may not easily
climb inside.
iMPORTANT
Your old unit may have a cooling system that used CFCs or
HCFCs (chlorofiuorocarbons or hydrochlorofluorocarbons).
CFCs and HCFCs are believed to harm stratospheric
ozone if released to the atmosphere. Other refrigerants
may cause harm to the environment if released to the
atmosphere. If you are throwing away your old unit,
make sure the refrigerant is removed for proper disposal
by a qualified technician. If you intentionally release
refrigeranh you may be subject to fines and imprisonment
under the provisions of environmental legislation.
WARNING
These guidelines must be followed to ensure that safety
mechanisms in this unit will operate properly.
Electrical information
* Refrigerator must be plugged into its own 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 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.
* Do not pinch, knob or bend the cord in any manner.
* Never unplug the unit by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip the plug firmly, and puii straight out from the
receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord.
* Unplug the unit 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 unit with insufficient
power can damage the compressor. Such damage is
not covered under your warranty. If you suspect your
household voltage is high or low, consult your power
company for testing.
* Do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall
switch or pull cord to prevent the unit from being turned
off accidentally.
NOTE
Turning the temperature control to OFF turns off the
compressor_ but does not disconnect the power to the
light bulb or other electrical components.
WARNING
Avoid fire hazard or electric shock. Do not use an
extension cord or an adapter plug. Do not remove any
prong from the power cord.
Warranty information
Kenmore Appliance Warranty
One Year Limited Warranty
When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this appliance fails
due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® to
arrange for free repain
If this appliance is 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 materlal and workmanship. Sears wiH NOT pay for:
1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs
and bags.
2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance.
3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or maintained according to all instructions
supplied with the product.
5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its
intended purpose.
6. 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.
7. 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 limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations 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 and Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
Master Protection Agreements
Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore ® product is designed and manufactured for years of
dependable operation. But like aii 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. The Master Protection Agreement
also helps extend the life of your new product. Here's what the Acjreement _ includes:
° Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly under normal use, not just defects. Our coverage goes
weii 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 wiii 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 carl it Rapid Resolution - phone support from a Sears representative on aii products. Think of
us as a "talking owner's manuai'L
° Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations.
° $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilacje 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.
° 10% discount off: the regular price of any non-covered repair service and related installed parts.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone carl is aii that it takes for you to schedule service. You can carl
anytime day or nighh 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 wiii provide a fuji 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. carl 1-800-827-6655.
Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For fuji details caii Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.
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 caii ]-800-4-MY-HOME ®.
First Steps
This Use & Core Guide provides specific operating
instructions for your model. Use the refrigerator only os
instructed in this Use & Care Guide. Before starting the
refrigerator, follow these important first steps.
Installation
° Choose o ploce that is near o grounded electricol outlet.
Do Not use on extension cord or on adapter plug.
° For the most emcient operation, the refrigerator should
be located where surrounding temperatures wiii not drop
below 40°F (5°C) or exceed 110°F (43°C). Additional
compressor heaters ore not recommended.
° Allow space around the unit for good air circulation.
Leave a 3 inch (75 mm) space on oil sides of the
refrigerator for adequate circulation.
Leveling
3"(75mm)
installation
NOTE
The exterior wafts of the refrigerator may become quite
warm as the compressor works to transfer heat from
the inside. Temperatures as much as 30°F warmer than
room temperature con be expected. For this reason it is
particularly important in hotter climates to allow enough
space for air circulation around your refrigerator.
The refrigerator must have oil bottom corners resting firmly
on o solid floor. The floor must be strong enough to support
o fully loaded refrigerator. NOTE: It is Very important for
your refrigerator to be level in order to function properly. If
the refrigerator is not leveled during installation, the door
may be misoligned and not close or seal properly, causing
cooling, frosh or moisture problems.
To Level Your Refrigerator:
After
discarding
crating screws
and wood
bose, use o
carpenter's
level to
level the
refrigerator
from front-to-
Plastic
Leveling Feet
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Crating
Screw
..o
back. Adjust
the plastic
leveling feet _
in front, 1/2
bubble higher,
so that the .
door closes '-.
easily when
left halfway
open.
Discard The (4) Crat ng Screws
• And (2) Wood Bases
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Unpacking and Leveling -- Upright Models
Cleaning
° Wash any removable parts of the refrigerator interior
ond exterior with mild detergent ond warm water. Wipe
dry. Do not use harsh cleaners on these surfaces.
° Do not use razor blodes or other sharp instruments,
which con scratch the opplionce surfoce when removing
adhesive Iobels. Any glue left from the tape con be
removed with o mixture of warm water ond mild
detergent, or touch the residue with the sticky side of
tape olreody removed. Do not remove the serial plate.
Door Removal
_ CAUTION
To allow door to dose and seal properly, DO NOT let food
packages extend past the front of shelves.
Shelf Front
First Steps Energy-saving Tips
If door must be removed:
1. Gently lay refrigerator on its back, on a rug or
blanket.
2. Remove two base screws and base panel. Remove
wire clips on bottom of cabinet
3. Remove bottom hinge screws.
4. Remove plastic top hinge cover.
5. Remove screws from top hinge.
6. Remove top hinge from cabinet.
7. Remove door and bottom hinge from cabinet.
8. To replace door, reverse the above order and securely
tighten aii screws to prevent hinge slippage.
° Install 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.
° Level the refrigerator so the doors close tightly.
° Do not overcrowd the refrigerator or block cold air vents.
Doing so causes the refrigerator to run longer and use
more energy. Shelves should not be lined with aluminum
foil, wax paper or paper towelincj. Liners interfere with
cold air circulation, making the refrigerator less emcienf,
which could cause food spoilage.
° 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.
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Setting the Temperature Control Features
Cool Down Period
For safe food storage, allow four hours for the refrigerator
to cool down completely. The refrigerator wiii run
continuously for the first several hours.
Temperature Control
The temperature control is located inside the refrigerator
compartment. The temperature is factory preset to provide
satisfactory food storage temperatures. However, the
temperature control is adjustable to provide a range of
temperatures for your personal satisfaction. If a colder
temperature is desired, turn the temperature control knob
toward COLDEST and allow several hours for temperatures
to stabilize between adjustments.
interior Light
The light comes on automatically when the door is opened.
To replace the light bulb, turn the temperature control to
OFF and unplug the electrical cord. Replace the old bulb
with a bulb of the same wattage.
Adjustable interior Shelves
Multi-position adjustable interior shelves can be moved to
any position for larger or smaller packages. The shipping
spacers that stabilize the shelves for shipping should be
removed and discarded.
Adjustable Interior Shelves
Care and Cleaning
Cleaning the inside
Wash inside surfaces of the refrigerator with a solution of
two tablespoons of baking soda in one quart (1.136 iitres)
warm water. Rinse and dry. Wring excess water out of the
sponge or cloth when cleaning in the area of the controls,
or any electrical parts.
Wash the removable parts and door basket with the baking
soda solution mentioned above or mild detergent and warm
water. Rinse and dry. Never use metallic scouring pads,
brushes, abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any
surface. Do not wash removable parts in a dishwasher.
Cleaning the Outside
Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild liquid
detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth.
Replace parts and food.
_ WARNING
If leaving the refrigerator door open while on vacation,
make certain that children cannot get into the refrigerator
and become entrapped.
Vacation and Moving Tips
Vacations: If the refrigerator will not be used for
several months:
° Remove all food and unplug the power cord.
° Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
° Leave the refrigerator door open slightly, blocking it
open if necessary, to prevent odor and mold growth.
Moving: When moving the refrigerator, follow these
guidelines to prevent damage:
° Disconnect the power cord plug from the waft outlet.
° Remove foods and clean the refrigerator.
° Secure aii loose items by taping them securely in place to
prevent damage.
° In the moving vehicle, secure refrigerator in an upright
position to prevent movement. Also protect outside of
refrigerator with a blanket or similar item.
Before You Call
TROUBLESHOOTING Before calling for service, review this llst. It may serve you time and expense. This
GU_r)E llst includes common occurrences thai are not the result of defective workmanship or
materials in this appliance.
CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION
REFRIGERATOR OPERATION
Refrlgerafor does not run. ° Refrigerator is plugged into a ° Use another circuit. If you are unsure about the
circuit that has a ground outlet, have it checked by a certified technician.
fault interrupt.
° Temperature control is in the ° See Setting the Temperature Control Section.
OFF position.
° Refrigerator may not be plugged ° Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
in or plug may be loose.
° House fuse blown or tripped ° Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay
circuit breaker, fuse. Reset circuit breaker.
° Power outage. ° Check house lights. Call local Electric Company.
much I • Room or outside weather is hot. • It's normal for the refrigerator to work harderRefrigerator runs
too
or too long. I I under these conditions.
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• Refrigerator has recently been • it takes 4 hours for the refrigerator to cool down
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disconnected for a period of time. I completely.
I" Large amounts of warm or hot • Warm food will cause refrigerator to run more
I food have been stored recently. I unti the desired temperature is reached.
• Doors are opened too frequently . VVarm air entering the refrigerator causes it to
or too long. run more. Open doors less often.
• Refrigerator door ma" be • See ' DOOR PROBLEMS' Section.
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slightly open. I
• Temperature Control is set too low. * Turn control knob to a warmer setting. Allow sev-
eral hours for the temperature to stabilize.
. _, ......... • Clean or change gasket Leaks in the door sea
i _emgeraTor gasKeT is a_rTy, worn, I
c a " " or oorl fitted I wi cause refrigerator to run anger in order to
r cKea, p y .
i " maintain desired temperature.
Interlor refrlgerator * Temperature Control is set too low. * Turn the control to a warmer setting. Allow
temperature is too cold. several hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Inferior refrigerator tern= I ° Temperature Control isset * Turn control to a colder setting. Allow several
perature is too warm. I too warm. I hours for the temperature to stabilize.
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• Door is kept open too long or is • Warm air enters the refrigerator every time the
opened too frequently, door is opened. Open the door less often.
• Door may not be seating properly. See DOOR PROBLEMS Section.
I * Lare amounts of warm or hot food I * Wait unfi the refrigerator has had a chance to
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• Refri erator has recenti been * Refrigerator requires 4 hours to cool
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disconnected for a period of time. down completely.
Refrigerator e×fernal sur= ° The external refrigerator wails ° This is normal while the compressor works to
face temperature is warm. can be as much as 30°F warmer transfer heat from inside the refrigerator cabinet.
than room temperature.
SOUND AND NOISE
Louder sound levels when= ° Modern refrigerators have increased ° This is normal. When the surrounding noise level
ever refrigerator is on. storage capacity and more stable is low, you might hear the compressor running
temperatures. They require a high while it cools the interior.
emciency compressor.
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Before You Call
CONCERN i POTENTIAL CAUSE i COMMON SOLUTION
SOUND AND NOISE ..........................................................................................................................
Longer sound levels when ° Refrigerator operates at higher ° This is normal. Sound will level off: or disappear
compressor comes on. pressures during the start of the as refrigerator continues to run.
ON cycle.
Popping or cracking Sound Meta! parts Undergo e×Paniion andl no imal, Sound W!II level
when compressor comes or=. contraction_ as in hot water pipes, as refrigerator continues to run.
Bubbling or gurgling ° Refrigerant (used to cool ° This is normal.
sound, llke water boiling, refrigerator) is circulating
throughout the system.
Vibrating or ratfllng nolse: * Refdgerato_ !s not level, it rocks on • Level the Unit. Refer to"Leveling" in the First
the fl0or when it is moved slightly, steps section.
• Reqevel the [efrigerator 0r m0ve refrigerator
Slightly' Refer to "Leveling" in the Fkst Steps section:
Snapping Sound. • Cold Control turning the ° This is normal.
refrigerator on and off.
WATER/MOISTURE/FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR
Moisture forms on inside * Weather is hot and humid. * This is normal.
refrigerator walls. * Door may not be seating properly. * See "DOOR PROBLEMS" section.
° Door is kept open too long, or is ° Open the door less often.
opened too frequently
WATERiMOISTU RE/FROSTOUTSIDE REFRIGERATOR
Moisture forms on outside * Door may not be seating properly, ° See "DOOR PROBLEMS" section.
of refrigerator, causing the cold air from inside
the refrigerator to meet warm
moist air from outside.
ODOR IN REFRIGERATOR
Odors in refrigerator. ° Interior needs to be cleaned. ° Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and
baking soda.
° Foods with strong odors are in ° Cover the food tightly.
the refrigerator.
DOOR PROBLEMS
Door will not close. ° Refrigerator is not level. It rocks on ° This condition can force the cabinet out of square
the floor when it is moved slightly, and misalign the door. Refer to "Leveling" in the
First Steps section.
LIGHT BULB IS
Light bulb is not on. ° Light bulb is burned out. ° Follow directions under "Interior Light" in the
Refrigerator Features section.
• No electric current is reaching * See "REFRIGERATOR DOES NOT RUN" Section.
the refrigerator.
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Sears Service Sears Canada Customers
"We Service What We Sell" is our assurance you can
depend on Sears for service.., and Sears service is
nationwide. Your refrigerator has added value when you
consider that Sears has service units nationwide, staffed
with professional technicians specifically trained on Sears
appliances and having parts, tools and equipment to
ensure that we meet our pledge to you... "We Service
What We Seli'L
Sears Maintenance Agreement
Maintain the value of your Kenmore ® refrigerator with
a Sears Maintenance Agreement. Sears refrigerators
are designed, manufactured, and tested for years of
dependable operation. Yet any modern appliance may
require service from time to time.
The Sears Maintenance Agreement
° Is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's price.
° Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal use.
° Allows for as many service calls as required.
° Provides for service by professional Sears-trained technicians.
° Offers an annual preventive maintenance check up at
your request.
This maintenance agreement does not cover original
installation, reinstaflation, or damage resulting from
external causes such as acts of God, abuse, thefh fire,
flood, wind, lightning, freezing, power failure, power
reduction, etc. Please ask a salesperson to see the
agreement for all terms and conditions.
Dear Customer:
In manufacturing this product, many steps have been taken
to provide you with the highest quality. Unfortunately,
errors or omissions occasionally occur. In the event you find
a missing or defective part, please contact your nearest
Sears store.
If you have any suggestions that would help us to improve
our assembly/operation instructions or this product, please
write them down, including the information listed below
and mail to:
Sears Canada, Inc.
Affn: Buyer Dept. 646
22 Jarvis Street
Toronto, CA
MSB 2B8
Purchased by:
Name:
Address:
City:
Postal Code:
Model No.: 970.
Serial No.:
Date of Purchase
Location of Purchase:
Comments:
Prov.:
Phone:
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