Kenmore KKUF21-W User manual

Use & Care Guide
Customer Assistance
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Convertible
Upright Freezer/Fridge
21 cu. ft.
KKUF21-W

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CONTENTS
SAFETY WARNINGS -------------------------------------------- 03
PRODUCT OVERVIEW------------------------------------------ 05
PRODUCT INSTALLATION ------------------------------------ 06
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS --------------------------------- 10
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE---------------------------- 14
TROUBLESHOOTING ------------------------------------------- 16

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SAFETY WARNINGS
Warning: risk of re / ammable materials
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications
such as staff kitchen areas in shops, ofces and other working environments;
farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type
environments; bed and breakfast type environments; catering and similar non-
retail applications.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a ammable
propellant in this appliance.
• The appliance has to be unplugged after use and before carrying out user
maintenance on the appliance.
• WARNING: Keep ventilation openings, in the appliance enclosure or in the
built-in structure, clear of obstruction.
• WARNING: Do not use mechanical devices or other means to accelerate the
defrosting process, other than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• WARNING: Do not damage the refrigerant circuit.
• WARNING: Do not use electrical appliances inside the food storage
compartments of the appliance, unless they are of the type recommended by
the manufacturer.
• WARNING: Please abandon the refrigerator according to local regulators for it
use ammable blowing gas and refrigerant.
• WARNING: When positioning the appliance, ensure the supply cord is not
trapped or damaged.
• WARNING: Do not locate multiple portable socket-outlets or portable power
supplies at the rear of the appliance.
• Do not use extension cords or ungrounded (two prong) adapters.

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• WARNING: Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old
refrigerator or freezer:
- Take off the doors.
- Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
• The refrigerator must be disconnected from the source of electrical supply
before attempting the installation of accessory.
• Refrigerant and cyclopentane foaming material used for the appliance are
ammable. Therefore, when the appliance is scrapped, it shall be kept away
from any re source and be recovered by a special recovering company with
corresponding qualication other than be disposed by combustion, so as to
prevent damage to the environment or any other harm.
• To prevent a child from being entrapped, keep out of reach of children and not
in the vicinity of freezer (or refrigerator). (Suitable for products with locks)
• WARNING: To avoid a hazard due to instability of the appliance, it must be
xed in accordance with the instructions.

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Names of components
1Air ow outlet 4Drawer
2Shelf 5Leveling feet
3Air ow inlet 6Door bin
ATTENTION
The picture above is only for reference. The actual conguration will depend on the physical
product or statement by the distributor.

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PRODUCT INSTALLATION
Install Instruction
Finding a suitable location
• This refrigerator is designed to be free standing only, and should not be
recessed or built-in.
• The refrigerator should be placed in a well-ventilated indoor place; the ground
shall be at and sturdy.
• Keep away from heat and avoid direct sunlight. Do not place the refrigerator in
moist or watery places to prevent rust or reduction of insulating effect.
Dimensions and Clearances
• Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in the degradation
of freezing capability and increased electricity costs. Allow over 100 mm of
clearance from each adjacent wall when installing the appliance.
>100mm
>100mm
>100mm
Top View
Required space
for air circulation
>100mm
>100mm
>100mm
Providing a proper power supply
• Check your local power source. This refrigerator requires a 115 V, 60 Hz power
supply.
• Use a receptacle that accepts the grounding prong. The power cord is
equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard
3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock
hazard from this refrigerator.
CAUTION
The freezer should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which
has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.
Never unplug your freezer by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug rmly
and pull straight out from the outlet.
Start to use
• The freezer shall stay for half an hour before connecting power when it is rstly
started.
• The freezer shall run 2 to 3 hours before loading fresh or frozen foods; the freezer
shall run for more than 4 hours in summer in advance considering that the ambient
temperature is high.

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Space requirement diagram (when the door is open and when the door is closed)
B
AC
D
E
135 °
Width Overall
Height Depth
Width
doors open
135o
Depth
doors open
135o
ABC D E
711 1570 750 1230 1242
Notice: All dimensions in mm

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Leveling feet
To avoid vibration, the unit must be leveled.
If required, adjust the leveling screws to compensate for the uneven oor.
The front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door closing.
Leveling screws can be turned easily by tipping the cabinet slightly.
Turn the leveling screws counterclockwise to raise the unit, clockwise to
lower it.
Moving the appliance
1. Remove all food from inside the appliance.
2. Pull the power plug out, insert and x it into the power plug hook at the rear or
on top of the appliance.
3. Tape parts such as shelves and the door handle to prevent from falling off
while moving the appliance.
4. Move the appliance with more than two people carefully. When transporting
the appliance over a long distance, keep the appliance upright.
5. After installing the appliance, connect the power plug into a socket out to
switch on the appliance.
Changing the light
• Any replacement or maintenance of the LED lamps is intended to be made by
the manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualied person.
Connecting the appliance
After installing the appliance, connect the power plug into a socket outlet.
ATTENTION
• After connecting the power supply cord (or plug) to the outlet, wait 2 or 3 hours before you
put food into the appliance. If you add food before the appliance has cooled completely,
your food may spoil.
Precautions before operation:
• Before making changes the refrigerator must be disconnected from power.
• Precautions should be taken to prevent any personal injury.

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Tips for energy saving
• Do not place the appliance near cookers, radiators or other heat sources. If the
ambient temperature is high, the compressor will run more frequently and for
longer, resulting in increased energy consumption.
• Ensure that there is sufcient ventilation at the base of the appliance, on the sides
of the appliance and at the back of the appliance. Never cover ventilation openings.
• Please also observe the spacing dimensions in the chapter “Installation”.
• The arrangement of drawers, shelves and racks as shown in the illustration offers the
most efcient use of energy and should therefore be retained as far as possible. All
drawers and shelves should remain in the appliance to keep the temperature stable
and save energy.
• To obtain a larger storage space (e.g. for large refrigerated/frozen goods), the
middle drawers can be removed. The top and bottom drawers and shelves should
be removed last if necessary.
• An evenly lled refrigerator/freezer compartment contributes to optimal energy
use. Therefore, avoid empty or half-empty compartments.
• Allow warm food to cool before placing it in the refrigerator/freezer. Food that has
already cooled down increases energy efciency.
• Allow frozen food to defrost in the refrigerator. The coldness of the frozen food
reduces the energy consumption in the refrigerator compartment and thus increases
the energy efciency.
• Open the door only as briey as necessary to minimise cold loss. Opening the door
briey and closing it properly reduces energy consumption.
• The door seals of your appliance must be perfectly intact so that the doors close
properly and energy consumption is not increased unnecessarily.

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Control panel
IMPORTANT: The control panel automatically locks after 30 seconds of inactivity
to prevent accidental activation. Unlock the control panel for use.
A High temperature indicator / alert
B Door open indicator / alert
C Decrease temperature button
D Increase temperature button
E Temperature display
F Quick freeze button
G Control panel lock / unlock button
H Freezer / Fridge mode button
Set Temperature
This freezer can be used as either a freezer or refrigerator (fridge) for your food
storage needs; however the default temperature setting is 0 °F (-18 °C).
• Freezer mode temperature range: 10 °F ~ -11 °F (-12 °C ~ -24 °C).
• Fridge mode temperature range: 35 °F ~ 46 °F (2 °C ~ 8 °C).
NOTES:
If the freezer is unplugged or loses power, you must wait 3 to 5 minutes before restarting it.
The freezer will not start if you attempt to restart it sooner.
If you choose to adjust the temperature setting, allow several hours for the temperature to
stabilize between adjustments.

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Lock
To manually lock or unlock the control panel for use: Press and hold for 3
seconds.
NOTE: Depending on the state of the Control Panel (locked or unlocked), the Lock icon will
either illuminate (locked) or turn off and a beep will sound.
Refrigerator/Freezer Mode
This freezer has an advanced design feature that lets you change it from a freezer
to a refrigerator. You can switch from Freezer mode to Refrigerator mode only by
using the control panel.
The Freezer / Fridge light on the control panel indicates the current mode.
1. Press and hold for 3 seconds to unlock the control panel.
2. Press and hold for 3 seconds to change modes. The panel beeps and the
indicator light changes to the mode selected.
Quick Freeze
The Quick Freeze feature lowers the temperature below the normal operating
temperature to quickly freeze foods.
1. Press and hold for 3 seconds to unlock the control panel.
2. Press to select Quick Freeze mode. The blue snowake icon illuminates.
NOTE: You can press a second time to exit quick freeze mode.
The Quick Freeze mode turns off automatically:
• After 3 hours, if the temperature falls below -13 °F (-25 °C).
• After 24 hours, if the temperature does not fall below -13 °F (-25 °C).
Temp Display (°F VS °C)
1. Press and hold for 3 seconds to unlock the control panel.
2. Press and hold or for 3 seconds to switch between Fahrenheit and
Celsius.
Return to Factory Default Settings
1. Press and hold for 3 seconds to unlock the control panel.
2. Press and buttons at the same time for 3 seconds to reset the freezer
controls to the factory default settings.
NOTE: The control panel will beep and all indicators will illuminate for 3 seconds. If the
compressor is running, it will pause for 5 minutes, and then restart.
Additional Features
High Temperature Alert
If the freezer is having trouble maintaining a cold temperature, the LED on the
control panel will illuminate and a beep will sound.
• FREEZER MODE: The interior temperature is over 18 °F (-8 °C) for 36 hours.
• FRIDGE MODE: If the interior temperature is over 59 °F (15 °C) for 36 hours.
• If the temperature returns to within normal range, the alert turns off automatically.
• Press any button on the control panel to turn off the alert.

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Possible Causes:
• The room is too warm e. g. the freezer is in a garage in the summer next to a car
with a hot engine.
• The freezer ventilation openings are blocked or dusty.
• There are door seal gaps.
Door Open Alert
If the door is open for longer than 5 minutes, the Door Open alert is activated; the
LED on the control panel will illuminate and a buzzer will sound intermittently.
To turn off the Door Open alert, close the freezer door.
• Make sure that no items are blocking the door open to prevent it from closing
completely.
• Make sure the freezer is level. The door may not close properly if the freezer is
not level. See, “Leveling.”
Temp Out of Range Alert (e.g. Power Failure)
If there is a difference of at least 12.6 °F (7 °C) between the set temperature and
the interior temperature 42 hours after you shut the door, an alert will sound.
• If the temperature returns to within normal range, the alert will turn off
automatically.
• Press any button on the control panel to turn off the alert.
Possible causes for the temperature to be out of range:
• Power failure.
• The room is too warm or cold.
• The freezer ventilation openings are blocked or dusty.
• There are door seal gaps.
Error Codes
Code Meanings Cause Solution
E2 Temperature
sensor fault
Temperature
sensor failure. Call for service.
E5 Defrost sensor
fault
Defrost sensor
failure.
Call for service.
E7 Ambient
temperature
sensor fault
Ambient
temperature
sensor failure.
Call for service.
High Temp and
Door Open alerts
See “Additional
Features.”

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Tips on storing food
Freezer compartment
• The freezer is designated for the storage of food frozen at very low temperature,
long-term storage of frozen food, and for the production of ice.
• Only use the shelves in the door of the freezer to store frozen food, not for storing
hot food designated for freezing.
• Do not put fresh and frozen food next to each other. The frozen food may thaw.
• When freezing fresh food (such as meat, sh or chopped meat), cut them into parts
that can be used at the same time.
• Storing frozen food: instructions are usually stated on the packages, which must be
followed. If there is no information on the packaging, food should not be stored for
longer than three months from the date of purchase.
• When purchasing frozen food, make sure that it was frozen at a suitable
temperature and that the packaging is not damaged.
• Frozen food should be kept in suitable packages to retain the quality and should be
returned to the freezer compartment as soon as possible.
• If a package of frozen food shows moisture or abnormal bulging, it is probable that
it was stored at the wrong temperature and the content is spoiled.
• The storage period for frozen food depends on the room temperature, the
thermostat setting, the frequency of opening the door of the freezer, the type of
food and the time of transporting the product from the shop to the household.
Always follow the instructions printed on the packaging and never exceed the
maximum storage time stated on the package.
Cooling compartment
• To reduce moisture and subsequent ice build-up, never put liquid into the
refrigerator in unsealed containers. Frost tends to concentrate in the coolest parts
of the evaporator. Storing uncovered liquids results in a more frequent need for
defrosting.
• Never put warm foods in the refrigerator. These should rst cool down at room
temperature and then be placed so as to ensure adequate air circulation in the
refrigerator.
• Foods or food containers should not touch the back wall of the refrigerator because
they could freeze to the wall. Do not keep regularly opening the door of the
refrigerator.
• Meat and clean sh (packed in a package or plastic foil) can be placed in the
refrigerator, which can be used in 1–2 days.
• Fruit and vegetables without packaging can be placed in the part designated for
fresh fruit and vegetables.
ATTENTION
The optimal temperature setting of each compartment depends on the ambient temperature.
Above optimal temperature is based on the ambient temperature of 25 °C.

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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Defrost
• The refrigerator is made based on the air-cooling principle and thus has
automatic defrosting function. Frost formed due to change of season or
temperature may also be manually removed by disconnection of the appliance
from power supply or by wiping with a dry towel.
Stop using
Power failure:
In case of power failure, even if it is in summer, foods inside the appliance can be
kept for several hours; during the power failure, the times of door opening shall
be reduced, and no more fresh food shall be put into the appliance.
Long-time nonuse:
The appliance shall be unplugged and then cleaned; then the doors are left open
to prevent odor.
Moving:
Before the refrigerator is moved, take all objects inside out, x the glass
partitions, vegetable holder, freezing chamber drawers and etc. with tape, and
tighten the leveling feet; close the doors and seal them with tape. During moving,
the appliance shall not be laid upside down or horizontally, or be vibrated; the
inclination during movement shall be no more than 45°.
The appliance shall run continuously once it is started. Generally, the operation of the
appliance shall not be interrupted; otherwise the service life may be impaired.
Foods can be preserved for a couple of hours even in summer in case of power failure; it is
recommended to reduce the frequency of opening door.
ATTENTION

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Cleaning of door tray
• According to the direction arrow in the gure
below, use both hands to squeeze the tray, and
push it upward, then you can take it out.
• After washing the tray having been taken
out, you can adjust its installing height in
accordance with your requirement.
Cleaning of glass shelf
• As the innermost part of the refrigerator liner
where contacting the shelves has a backstop,
you shall raise the shelves upward, then you
can be able to take it out.
• Adjust or clean the shelves according to your
requirement.
Cleaning the vegetable drawer
1. Remove the contents of the drawer. Hold the
handle of the vegetable drawer and pull it out
completely until it stops.
2. Lift the vegetable drawer up and remove it by
pulling it out.
ATTENTION
Soft towels or sponge dipped in water and non-corrosive neutral detergents are suggested
for cleaning. The freezer of shall be nally cleaned with clean water and dry cloth. Open the
door for natural drying before the power is turned on. Do not use hard brushes, clean steel
balls, wire brushes, abrasives, such as toothpastes, organic solvents (such as alcohol, acetone,
banana oil, etc.), boiling water, acid or alkaline items clean refrigerator considering that this
may damage the fridge surface and interior.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
The following simple issues can be handled by the user. Please call the after-sale
service department if the issues are not solved.
Problem Possible reason
Failed operation
• Check whether the appliance is connected to power or
whether the plug is in well contact
• Check whether the voltage is too low
• Check whether there is a power failure or partial circuits have
tripped
Odor
• Odorous foods shall be tightly wrapped
• Check whether there is any rotten food
• Clean the inside of the refrigerator
Long-time operation
of the compressor
• Long operation of the refrigerator is normal in summer
• When the ambient temperature is high it is not suggestible
having too much food in the appliance at the same time
• Food shall get cool before being put into the appliance
• The doors are opened too frequently
Light fails to get lit
• Check whether the refrigerator is connected to power supply
and whether the illuminating light is damaged
• Have the light replaced by a specialist
Door can not be
properly closed
• The door is stuck by food packages too much food is placed
• The refrigerator is tilted.
Loud noises
• Check whether the oor is level and whether the refrigerator
is placed stably
• Check whether accessories are placed at proper locations

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Problem Possible reason
Door seal fails to be
tight
• Remove foreign matters on the door seal
• Heat the door seal and then cool it for restoration (or blow it
with an electrical drier or use a hot towel for heating)
Water pan overows
• There is too much food in the chamber or food stored
contains too much water, resulting in heavy defrosting
• The doors are not closed properly, resulting in frosting due to
entry of air and increased water due to defrosting
Hot housing
• Heat dissipation of the built-in condenser via the housing,
which is normal when housing becomes hot due to high
ambient temperature, storage of too much food or shutdown
of the compressor is shut down, provide sound ventilation to
facilitate heat dissipation
Surface
condensation
• Condensation on the exterior surface and door seals of the
refrigerator is normal when the ambient humidity is too high.
Just wipe the condensate with a clean towel.
Abnormal noise
• Buzz: The compressor may produce buzzes during operation,
and the buzzes are loud particularly upon start or stop. This is
normal.
• Creak: Refrigerant owing inside of the appliance may
produce creak, which is normal.