Kenmore 111 User manual

Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Kenmore ®
Upright Freezer/
Refrigerator
Congelador/ Refrigerador vertical
Models/Modelos: 111.21202 – W ite – 21 cu. ft.
111.22172 – W ite – 17 cu. ft.
Transform SR Brands Management
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.kenmore.com
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Record Model/
Serial Numbers
Please read and save
these instructions
T is Use & Care Guide provides specific
operating instructions for your model. Use
your unit only as instructed in t is guide.
T ese instructions are not meant to cover
every possible condition and situation t at
may occur. Common sense and caution must
be practiced w en installing, operating, and
maintaining any appliance.
Please record your model and serial
numbers below for future reference. This
information is found on the lower left wall
inside the appliance.
Model Number:
111.
or Serial
Number: Purc ase
Date:
IMPORT NT
Use only soap and water to clean
serial plate.
Table of Contents
Record Model/Serial Numbers................... 2
mportant Safety nstructions....................... 2
Appliance Setup.............................................5
Appliance Use.................................................6
Temperature Control......................................6
Care & Cleaning.............................................7
Power or Appliance Failure..........................8
Before You Call...............................................9
Warranty.........................................................11
Service.............................................Back Cover
Important Safety
Instructions
Safety Precautions
Do not attempt to install or operate
your unit until you ave read t e safety
precautionsin t is Use & Care Guide.
Safety items t roug out t is manual are
labeled wit a Danger, Warning, or
Caution based on t e risk type.
Definitions
T is is t e safety alert symbol. It is
used to alert you to potential personal
injury azards. Obey all safety messages
t at follow t is symbol to avoid possible
injury or deat .
D NGER
D NGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
W RNING
W RNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
C UTION
C UTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
IMPORT NT
Indicates installation, operation, or
maintenance informationwhich is
important but not hazard-related.

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D NGER
D NGER Risk of fire or explosion.
Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use
mechanical devices to defrost refrigerator.
Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.
D NGER Risk of fire or explosion.
Flammable refrigerant used.To be repaired
only by trained service personnel. Do not
puncture refrigerant tubing.
C UTION
C UTION Risk of fire or explosion.
Flammable refrigerant used. Consult
repair manual/owner’s guide before
attempting to service this product. ll
safety precautions must be followed.
C UTION Risk of fire or explosion.
Dispose of properly in accordance with
federal or local regulations. Flammable
refrigerant used.
C UTION Risk of fire or explosion
due to puncture of refrigerant tubing.
Follow handling instructions carefully.
Flammable refrigerant used.
W RNING
Read all safety instructions before using
your new appliance.
objects are a c oke azard to c ildren.
•Remove all staples from t e carton.
Staples can cause severe cuts and also
destroy finis es if t ey come in contact
wit ot er appliances or furniture.
Child Safety
Destroy or recycle t e carton, plastic bags,
and any exterior wrapping material
immediately after t e unit is unpacked.
C ildren s ould never use t ese items to
play. Cartons covered wit rugs, bedspreads,
plastic s eets or stretc wrap may become
airtig t c ambers and can quickly cause
suffocation.
Proper disposal of your appliance
D NGER: Risk of child entrapment!
C ild entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of t e past. Junked or abandoned
appliances are still dangerous – even if t ey
will sit for “just a few days.” If you are
getting rid of your appliance, please follow
t e instructions below to elp prevent
accidents.
Before you t row away your old unit:
•Remove door.
•Leave s elves in place wit in freezer so
c ildren may not easily climb inside.
•Have refrigerant removed by a qualified
service tec nician.
For Your Safety
•Do not store or use gasoline or ot er
flammable liquids in t e vicinity of t is or
any ot er appliance. Read product labels
for warnings regarding flammability and
ot er azards.
•Do not operate t e unit in t e presence
of explosive fumes.
•Remove and discard any spacers used to
secure t e basket during s ipping. Small

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IMPORT NT
Your old unit may ave a cooling system
t at used CFCs or HCFCs (c lorofluoro-
carbons or ydroc lorofluorocarbons).
CFCs and HCFCs are believed to arm
stratosp eric ozone if released to t e
atmosp ere. Ot er refrigerants may cause
arm to t e environment if released to t e
atmosp ere. If you are t rowing away
your old unit, make sure t e refrigerant is
removed for proper disposal by a
qualified tec nician. If you intentionally
release refrigerant, you may be subject to
fines and imprisonment under t e
provisions of environmental legislation.
•Performance may be affected if t e
voltage varies by 10% or more.
Operating t e unit wit insufficient
power can damage t e motor. Suc
damage is not covered under t e
warranty.
•Do not plug t e unit into an outlet
controlled by a wall switc or pull cord
to prevent t e appliance from being
turned off accidentally.
•Avoid connecting unit to a Ground
Fault Circuit Interruptor (GFCI).
W RNING
These guidelines must be followed to
ensure that safety mechanisms in this
unit will operate properly.
Electrical Information
•The unit must be plugged into its own
dedicated 10 amp, 115 Volt, 60 Hz. C
only electric outlet. T e power cord of t e
appliance is equipped wit a t ree-prong
grounding plug for your protection against
s ock azards. It must be plugged directly
into a properly grounded t ree-prong
receptacle. T e receptacle must be
installed in accordance wit local codes
and ordinances. Consult a qualified
electrician. Do not use an extension cord
or adapter plug.
•Immediately repair or replace any power
cord t at becomes frayed or damaged.
•Never unplug t e appliance by pulling
on t e power cord. Always grip t e plug
firmly, and pull straig t out from t e
receptacle to prevent damaging t e
power cord.
•Unplug t e appliance before cleaning
and before defrosting to avoid
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ppliance Setup
T is Use & Care Guide provides specific
operating instructions for your model. Use
t e unit only as instructed in t is Use & Care
Guide. Before starting the appliance, follow
these important setup steps.
Installation
•C oose a place t at is near a grounded
electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension
cord or an adapter plug.
•For t e most efficient operation, t e
freezer s ould be located w ere
surrounding temperatures will not exceed
110°F (43°C). Temperatures of 32°F (0°C)
and below will NOT affect freezer
operation. Additional compressor eaters
are not recommended.
•Allow space around t e unit for good air
circulation. Leave a 1-inc (25.4 mm)
space at t e back and on top and a
3/8-inc (9.5 mm) space on t e sides of
t e appliance for adequate circulation.
Leveling
T e freezer must ave all bottom corners
resting firmly on a solid floor t at is strong
enoug to support a fully loaded freezer.
It is Very Important for t e appliance to be
level in order to function properly. If not
level, t e door may be misaligned and not
close or seal properly, causing cooling,
frost, or moisture problems.
T e appliance is equipped wit adjustable
front leveling feet. Turn t e foot clockwise
to eig ten (H) t e side of t e unit. Turn
counterclockwise to lower (L) t e side. Adjust
eac side as needed until front of unit is
level. Also adjust so t at front of unit is 1/4˝
ig er t an back, so t at door stays closed.
Cleaning
•Was any removable parts, t e freezer
interior, and exterior wit mild detergent
and warm water. Wipe dry. Do not use
harsh cleaners on these surfaces.
•Do not use razor blades or ot er s arp
instruments, w ic can scratc t e ap-
pliance surface w en removing ad esive
labels. Any glue left from t e tape can
be removed wit a mixture of warm
water and mild detergent, or touc t e
residue wit t e sticky side of tape
already removed. Do not remove t e
serial plate.
Energy Saving Ideas
for Freezer Mode
•T e freezer s ould be
located in t e coolest area
of t e room, away from
eat producing appliances
or eating ducts, and out of
direct sunlig t.
•Let ot foods cool to room temperature
before placing in freezer. Overloading
t e freezer forces t e compressor to run
longer. Foods t at freeze too slowly may
lose quality or spoil.
•Be sure to wrap foods properly, and
wipe containers dry before placing
t em in t e freezer. T is cuts down on
frost build-up inside t e freezer.
•Do not line freezer s elves and bins
wit aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper
toweling. Liners interfere wit cold air
circulation, reducing freezer efficiency.
•Organize and label food to reduce lid
openings and extended searc es.
•Remove as many items as needed at one
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ppliance Use
Key Components
1. Wire s elf
2. Door bin
3. Wire basket drawer
4. Temperature control
5. LED interior lig t
•T e interior temperature of t is appliance
can be set so t at t e entire unit can be
used as eit er a Freezer or a Refrigerator.
•To turn t e appliance on, plug t e power
cord into a properly grounded 3 prong
electrical outlet. W en t e door is opened
t e interior lig t will be on and t e
temperature control will illuminate.
•For safe food storage, after plugging in
allow two ours if used as a refrigerator
and four ours if used as a freezer for t e
appliance to cool down completely to t e
set temperature. T e compressor will run
continuously for t e first several ours.
•Foods t at are already frozen may be
placed in t e freezer after t e first few
ours of operation. Unfrozen foods s ould
NOT be loaded into t e freezer until t e
freezer as operated for four ours.
•W en loading t e freezer, freeze only
t ree pounds of fres food per cubic foot
of freezer space at one time. Distribute
packages to be frozen evenly t roug out
t e freezer.
Temperature Control
T e temperature control is located midway
down on t e rig t inner cabinet wall. It is an
electronic control wit LED indicator lig ts.
Select Key
T e control panel must be unlocked for any
adjustments to be made. Press and old t e
Select key for t ree seconds to unlock t e
control panel.
To switc t e temperature to Coldest, Colder
or Cold, press and release t e Select key. T e
LED will lig t next to t e c osen setting. After
15 seconds t e control will lock in t e
selection.
To switc t e unit between use as a Freezer
or Refrigerator, press and old t e Select key
for t ree seconds. T e LED will be lit w en in
Freezer mode and unlit w en in Refrigerator
mode. After 15 seconds t e control will lock in
t e selection.
After making an adjustment, allow several
ours for t e internal temperature to stabilize
at t e new setting.
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utomatic Defrost
T e appliance is equipped wit
automatic defrost capability so t at you
do not ave to manually defrost. T e
cooling element of t e unit is regularly
eated to melt t e frost t at forms on it.
T e resulting water drains t roug a duct
at t e back of t e unit and into a
concealed pan at t e base of t e unit
w ere it evaporates. S ould any frost
form on t e unit interior walls, remove
food and store it elsew ere. T en unplug
t e unit, wait long enoug for t e frost to
melt, and wipe up t e moisture wit a dry
towel.
Rear Wheels
T e appliance is equipped wit rear w eels
to elp you roll it into or out of a location.
C UTION: Obtain t e aid of an assistant if
t e appliance feels too eavy for you to
safely move it.
Interior LED Lighting
T e appliance features interior LED lig ting,
w ic is more effective and longer lasting
t an incandescent bulbs. However, in t e
unlikely event t at t e LED fails to lig t, call
1-844-553-6667 to sc edule repair service
to replace it.
Care & Cleaning
C UTION
Damp objects stick to cold metal
surfaces. Do not touch inferior metal
surfaces with wet or damp hands.
Cleaning the Inside
Was inside surfaces of t e appliance
wit a solution of two tablespoons of
baking soda in one quart (1.1 liters) warm
water. Rinse and dry. Wring excess water
out of t e sponge or clot w en cleaning
in t e area of t e controls, or any
electrical parts.
Was t e removable parts and baskets
wit t e baking soda solution mentioned
above, or mild detergent and warm
water.
Never use metallic scouring pads, brus es,
abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on
any interior surface. Do not was
removable parts in a dis was er.
Cleaning Door Bins
To remove t e door bins for cleaning, use
bot ands to squeeze t e tray in from
bot ends and pus upward.
Cleaning the Outside
Was t e cabinet wit warm water and
mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe
dry wit a clean soft clot . Never use
metallic scouring pads, brus es, abrasive
cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any
exterior surface.
Vacation and Moving Tips
W RNING
If leaving the appliance door open while
on vacation, make certain that children
cannot get into the freezer and become
entrapped.
Short Vacations: Leave t e appliance
operating during vacations of less t an
t ree weeks.
Long Vacations: If t e appliance will not
be used for several mont s:
•Remove all food and unplug t e
power cord.
•Clean and dry t e interior t oroug ly.
•Leave t e appliance door open slig tly,
blocking it open if necessary, to prevent
odor and mold growt .
Moving: W en moving t e appliance,
follow t ese guidelines to prevent
damage:
•Disconnect t e power cord plug from
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•Remove foods and clean t e appliance
interior.
•Secure all loose items suc as bins
and s elves by taping t em securely in
place to prevent damage.
•In a moving ve icle, secure freezer in an
uprig t position to prevent movement.
Also protect outside of freezer wit a
blanket, or similar item.
NOTE
If unit is turned off or unplugged for
several ours, do not open appliance
door unnecessarily. T is will maintain t e
coldest temperature inside and reduce
t e recovery time to desired temperature
once t e unit is turned back on.
Power or ppliance Failure
f a power failure occurs, frozen foods will
stay frozen for at least 24 ours if t e
appliance door is kept closed. If t e power
failure continues, pack seven or eig t
pounds of dry ice into t e appliance every
24 ours. Look in t e Yellow Pages under
Dry Ice, Dairies, or Ice Cream
manufacturers for local dry ice suppliers.
Always wear gloves and use caution w en
andling dry ice.
f the appliance has stopped operating,
see Appliance does not run in t e
Troubles ooting Guide. If you cannot solve
t e problem, call an aut orized servicer
immediately. If t e appliance remains off
for several ours, follow t e directions
above for t e use of dry ice during a
power failure. If necessary, take t e food
to a local locker plant until t e appliance
is ready to operate. Look in t e Yellow
Pages under Frozen Food Locker Plants.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE
Before calling for service, review t is list. It may save you time and
expense. T is list includes common occurrences t at are not t e result of
defective workmans ip or materials in t is appliance.
CONCERN POTENTI L C USE COMMON SOLUTION
Appliance does not
run.
1. Unit is plugged into a
circuit t at as a
ground fault
interrupt.
2. Temperature control
is in t e OFF position.
3. Unit may not be
plugged in or plug
may be loose.
4. House fuse blown or
tripped circuit
breaker.
5.
Power outage.
1. Use anot er circuit. If you are unsure about
t e outlet, ave it c ecked by a certified
electrician.
2. See Temperature Control Section.
3. Ensure plug is tig tly pus ed into outlet.
4. C eck ouse fuse or circuit breaker.
5. C eck ouse lig ts. Call local Electric
Company.
Appliance runs too
much or too long.
1. Room or outside
weat er is ot.
2. Unit as recently
been disconnected
for a period of time.
3. Large amounts of
warm or ot food
ave been stored
recently.
4. Door is opened too
frequently or long.
5. Door may be slig tly
open.
6. Temperature Control
is set too low.
7. Door gasket is dirty,
worn, cracked, or
poorly fitted.
1. It is normal for t e appliance to work arder
under t ese conditions.
2. It takes 4 ours for t e unit interior to cool
down completely.
3. Warm food will cause unit to run more until
t e desired temperature is reac ed.
4. Warm air entering t e interior causes it to
run more. Open door less often.
5. See Door Will Not Close in t is Before You
Call Section.
6. Set control to a warmer setting. Allow
several ours for t e temperature to
stabilize.
7. Clean or c ange gasket. Leaks in t e lid seal
will cause unit to run longer in order to
maintain desired temperature.
nterior
temperature is
too cold.
Temperature Control is
set too cold. Adjust t e control to a warmer setting. Allow several ours for t e temperature to stabilize.
nterior
temperature is
too warm.
1. Temperature Control
is set too warm.
2. Door is kept open too
long or is opened too
frequently.
3. Door may not be
seating properly.
4. Large amounts of
warm or ot food
may ave been
stored recently.
5. Appliance as
recently been
disconnected for a
period of time.
1. Adjust control to a colder setting. Allow
several ours for t e temperature to
stabilize.
2. Warm air enters t e freezer every time t e
lid is opened. Open t e lid less often.
3. See Door Will Not Close in t is Before You
Call section.
4. Wait until t e appliance as ad a c ance
to reac its selected temperature.
5. Freezer mode requires 4 ours to cool down
completely after appliance is first plugged
in.
Appliance exterior
surface
temperature is
warm.
T e appliance exterior
walls can be as muc
as 30°F warmer t an
room temperature.
T is is normal w ile t e compressor works to
transfer eat from inside t e appliance
cabinet.

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CONCERN POTENTI L C USE COMMON SOLUTION
Louder sound
levels whenever
appliance is on.
Modern cooling
appliances ave
increased storage
capacity and more
stable temperatures.
T ey require a ig
efficiency compressor.
T is is normal. W en t e surrounding noise
level is low, you mig t ear t e compressor
running w ile it cools t e interior.
Longer sound
periods when
compressor comes
on.
Appliance operates
at ig er pressures
during t e start of
t e ON cycle.
T is is normal. Sound will level off or disappear
as appliance continues to run.
Popping or cracking
sound when
compressor comes
on.
Metal parts undergo
expansion and
contraction, as in ot
water pipes.
T is is normal. Sound will level off or disappear
as appliance continues to run.
Bubbling or
gurgling sound, like
water boiling.
Refrigerant (used for
cooling) is circulating
t roug out t e system.
T is is normal.
Vibrating or
rattling noise.
1. Appliance is not
level. It rocks on t e
floor w en it is
moved slig tly.
2. Floor is uneven or
weak. Appliance
rocks on floor w en
it is moved slig tly.
3. Appliance is touc ing
t e wall.
1. Level t e unit. Refer to Leveling in t e First
Steps section of t is Use & Care Guide.
2. Ensure floor can adequately support
appliance.
3. Move appliance slig tly. Refer to Leveling in
t e First Steps section after moving if
necessary.
Moisture forms on
inside appliance
walls.
1. Weat er is ot and
umid.
2. Door may not be
seating properly.
3. Door is kept open
too long, or is
opened too
frequently.
1. T is is normal.
2. See Door Will Not Close in t is Before You
Call section.
3. Open t e door less often.
Moisture forms on
outside of freezer. Door may not be seat- ing properly, causing
t e cold air from inside
t e freezer to meet
warm moist air from
outside.
See Door Will Not Close in t is Before You Call
section.
Odors in
appliance.
1. Interior needs to be
cleaned.
2. Foods wit strong
odors are in t e
appliance.
1. Clean interior wit sponge, warm water, and
baking soda.
2. Cover t e food tig tly.
Door will not close.
1. Unit is not level. It
rocks on t e floor
w en it is moved
slig tly.
2. Floor is uneven or
weak. Unit rocks on
floor w en it is
moved slig tly.
1. T is condition can force t e cabinet out of
square and misalign t e lid and lid seal.
Refer to Leveling in t e First Steps section of
t is Use & Care Guide.
2. Refer to Leveling in t e First Steps section of
t is Use & Care Guide.