Kenmore 255.20502 User manual

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Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
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P/N 134779000B (0807)
Sears Brands Management Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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When installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this
appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date
of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME :R'to arrange for free repair.
Thiswarranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this product is ever used for
other than private household purposes.
This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will NOT pay' for:
1.Expendable itemsthat can wear out from normal use,including butnot limited to filters,
belts, light bulbs, and bags.
2.A service technician to instructthe user incorrect product installation, operation or
maintenance.
3.A service technician to clean or maintain this product.
4. Damage to or failure of thisproduct if it isnot installed,operated or maintained
according to the all instructionssupplied with the product.
5. Damage to or failure of thisproduct resultingfrom accident, abuse,misuseor usefor
other than itsintended purpose.
6. Damage to or failure of thisproduct caused by the useof detergents, cleaners,chemicals
or utensilsother than those recommended in all instructionssupplied with the product.
Z Damage to or failure of parts or systemsresultingfrom unauthorized modifications made
to this product.
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Customer'ssole and exclusive remedy under thislimited warranty shall be product repair as
provided herein. Implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitnessfor a
particular purpose,are limited to one year or theshortest period allowed by law. Searsshall
not be liable for incidental or consequential damages. Somestates and provinces do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on the duration
of implied warranties of merchantability or fitness,sotheseexclusions or limitationsmay not
apply to you.
Thiswarranty applies only while this appliance isused in the United States.
Thiswarranty gives you specific legal rights,and you may also have other rights which vary
from stateto state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Yournew Kenmore®product isdesigned and
manufactured for years of dependable operation. Butlike all products, it may require
preventive maintenance orrepair from time to time. That's when having a Master
Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation. TheMaster Protection
Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product.
Here's what the Agreement includes:
Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly under normal
use_ not just defects. Our coverage goes weJJbeyondthe product warranty. No
deductibles_ nofunctional failure excluded from coverage--real protection.
[] Expert service by a force of more than 10,000 authorized Sears service
technicians_ which means someone you cantrust will be working on your product_
[] Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, asoften asyou 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. Thinkof usasa _qalking owner's manuak_
[] Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations.
[] $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that isthe result of
mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator or freezer.
[] Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than
promised.
[] 25°/0 discount off the regular price of any non-covered repair service and related
installed parts=
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phonecall isall that ittakes for you to schedule
service. You can call anytime day or night,orschedule a service appointment online.
The Master Protection Agreement isa riskfree purchase. If you cancel for any reason
during the product warranty period, we will providea full refund, or a prorated refund
anytime after the product warranty period expires. Purchaseyour Master Protection
Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional
information in the U.S.A. call 1_800-827-6655.
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®.
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Riskof child entrapment. Before you throw away your old freezer,
take off the doors. Leavethe shelvesin place sothat children may
not easily climb inside.
CFC/HCFC DISPOSAL
Yourold freezer may havea cooling systemthat usedCFCsor HCFCs
(chlorofluorocarbonsor hydrochlorofiuorocarbons).CFCsand HCFCsare believedto harm
stratosphericozoneif releasedto theatmosphere.Other refrigerantsmay alsocauseharm
to theenvironmentif releasedto theatmosphere.
If youare throwingaway your old freezer, makesurethe refrigerantis removedfor
proper disposalby a qualifiedtechnician.If youintentionallyreleaserefrigerant,you may
be subjectto finesandimprisonmentunderprovisionsof environmentallegislation,
WARNING: When handling,moving,usingor cleaning this refrigerator, be careful to
avoid damaging refrigerant tubing. Tubing damage may allow flammable refrigerant
gas leakage, which can result in personal injury.
Thank you for using our Kenmore product. This easy-to-use manual will guide
you in getting the best use of your refrigerator.
1. Temperature Control Dial
2. Freezer Shelves
3. Leveling Legs (front) and Rollers (rear).
4. Ice Cube Tray and Ice Scraper
PRODUCT RECORD
Staple your receipt to your manual.
Record the model and serial number of
your unit in the spaces provided to the right.
Mode( number:
255.20502 - 4.9cu. ft.
255.20602 -5.8cu. ft.
Serial number:
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Unpacking Your freezer
1. Remove all packaging material. This includes the foam base and all adhesive
tape holding the freezer accessories inside and outside. Slide out and
remove the plastic or foam guard used to protect the compressor from shipping
damage due to vibration and shock.
2. Inspect and remove any remaining packaging, tape or printed materials
before powering on the freezer.
3. Check to be sure you have all accessories and parts listed in the Parts and
Features section.
Proper Air Circulation
To ensure that your freezer, works at the maximum efficiency it was
designed for, you should install it in a location where there is proper air
circulation, plumbing and electrical connections.
The following are recommended clearances around the freezer:
I 5ides ...................3/4 inches (19mm) I
Top......................2 inches (50mm)
Back ....................2 inches (50mm)
Electrical Requirements
Make sure there is a suitable power outlet (115volts, 15amps) with
proper grounding to power the freezer.
WARNING: Avoid the use of three prong adapters. NEVER cut off the third
grounding prong in order to accommodate a two prong outlet. Cutting off the
grounding prong is a dangerous practice since it provides no effective grounding
for the refrigerator and may result in serious injury from electrical shock.
Installation
Your freezer is designed for freestanding installation on14 It should not be
recessed or built-in. Place the freezer on a floor strong enough to support it fully
loaded. When moving the freezer, never tilt it by more than a 45 degrees angle. This
could damage the compressor and the sealed system.
tf the freezer has been tilted more than 45 degrees, let it stand in an upright
position for at least 24 hours prior to plugging it into the power source. This
will allow the refrigerant to settle and reduce the possibility of a malfunction in
the cooling system.
Plug the freezer into an exclusive, properly installed grounded wall outlet. Do not
plug another appliance into the same outlet as the freezer.
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (grounding) prong from
the power cord. See the WARNING in Electrical Requirements on the previous
page. Any questions concerning power and/or grounding should be directed
toward a certified electrician or a Sears or other qualified service dealer
After plugging the appliance into a wall outlet, allow the unit to cool down for
24 hours before placing food into the freezer.
Installation Limitations
Do not install your freezer in any location not properly insulated or
heated, such as a garage, etc. Your freezer was not designed to operate in temperature
settings below 55° Fahrenheit. Select a suitable location for the freezer on a hard
even surface away from direct sunlight or heat sources such as radiators, baseboard heaters,
cooking appliances, etc.
Leveling Legs
There are two leveling legs on the bottom of the unit near the unit front. Turn the leveling knobs
to the left to raise the cabinet, and to the right to lower the cabinet.
Rollers
The freezer is equipped with two rollers at the back for ease of moving the unit across the floor.
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DOOR REVERSAL
WARNING: Unplug the refrigerator before performing door reversal process. Failureto unplug
may result in seriousinjury or death from electrical shock.
CAUTION: To avoid personal injury and property damage, obtain assistancefrom another person
to perform the door reversalprocess.
1.Removethe two screwssecuring the cabinet top plate to the back of cabinet.
2. Removethe six screws securingthe door overhang plate to cabinet top plate at front of cabinet.
3. Raisethe cabinet top piate and rest on roof of cabinet to reveal top door hinge bracket.
4. Removethe two screws securingtop door hingebracket to cabinet. Removebracket. Replace
outer screw in cabinet.
NOTE: Be careful to retain all washersand gasketsin position when removing and replacing hinges.
5. Open and removedoor from lower hingebracket post.Set door aside.
6.With fiat blade tool carefully remove hole plug on opposite side of cabinet and transfer to hole
remainingfrom top hinge bracket removal.
7.Removefour screws securing lower hinge bracket to base of cabinet. Removebracket.
8. Removelevelling foot and corner screw from cabinet base and transfer to corresponding holes
on opposite side.
9. Removelevelling foot knob from lower hinge bracket. Use a 12mmwrench to remove and reverse
hole position of bracket post.Usefiat blade screwdriver to removeand reversehole position of
bracket door lift screw.
10.Usefour previously removed screws to attach lower hingebracket to cabinet base.Mount
door on bracket post.
11.Removeplastic cap from top hinge bracket post.Use fiat blade screwdriver to removeand
reversehole position of bracket post. Replace cap.
12.Removescrew from top corner of cabinet. Inserthinge post into door hole. Use two
previously removed screwsto attach top hingebracket to cabinet.
13.Usesix previously removed screws to attach door overhang plate to cabinet top plate.
On hingeside of overhang plate, insert screws through plate and hinge bracket so that hinge
is not exposed.
14.Usetwo previously removed screws to attach back of cabinet top plate to cabinet.
CAUTION: Ifthe freezer hasbeen placed in a horizontal or tilted position for easeof door
reversal,wait 24 hours before plugging it in.Plugging insooner may resultin permanent damage
to cooling system.
Initial Use
To reach the set coldness levelwhen operating the freezer for the first time,run it without food
load untilyou hear the compressor stop.This usuallytakes 24 hours.Once the set temperature is
reached, load food into the freezer.
Note: If the freezer has been placed in a horizontal or
tilted positionfor any period of time,wait 24 hoursbefore plugging it in.
Temperature Control
The first time you turn the uniton,adjust the temperature control knob
to Recommended settingand give your freezer time to cool down
completely before adding food; a fuji 24 hours is recommended. After
it isfully cooled, test it and adjust towards COLD to make lesscool
or towards COLDESTto cool more to best suit your needs. _.(_.......,_,j
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Note: Turningthe temperature control knob to the OFFposition will stop the
cooling cycle but does not shutoff power to the unit.
Defrosting Your Freezer
For maximum energy efficiency, defrost the freezer whenever frost accumulates to a thickness
of 1/8" or more on freezer walls. Note that frost tends to accumulate more during the summer months.
To defrost freezer, open the freezer door. Remove ali food and unplug the freezer.
Defrosting may take several hours, so store food in another freezer
in the meantime. To speed up defrost time, keep the door open and place a bowI of warm water in the
freezer.
After defrosting, empty and wipe down the interior of the freezer.
Restartthe freezer by plugging it in and turningthe temperature control to the desired setting.
CAUTION: Do not useboiling water to melt frost accumulation on freezer walls, as it may damage
plastic parts.
WARNING: DO NOT use a sharp or metallic instrumentto remove frost from the refrigerator interior,
asdamage to refrigerant tubing may occur. Tubing damage may allow flammable refrigerant gas
leakage, which can result in personal injury.
Normal Operating Sounds You May Hear
Boiling water, gurgling soundsor slight vibrations that are the resultof the
refrigerant circulating through the cooling coils
Thethermostatcontrol will click whenit cycles on and off.
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