Kenmore 253.6152 Series User manual
Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
English / Español / Français
Models/Modelos/Modèles: 253.6152*, 6154*, 6155*, 6172*, 6174*,
6176*, 6178*, 6181*, 6182*, 6189*, 6211*, 6262*, 6292*, 6321*,
6880*, 6882*, 6888*, 6889*, 7176*, 7182*, 7189*, 7211*, 7262*,
7292*, 7321*, 7882*, 7888*, 7889*
P/N 242111206 (1111)
Sears Brands Management Corporation
®
Kenmore
Top Mount Refrigerator
Refrigerador Superior
®
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Record Model/Serial
Numbers
Please read and save these
instructions
Please record your model and serial
numbers below for future reference.
This information is found on the serial
plate located inside the refrigerator
compartment.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Record Model/Serial Numbers ..........2
Important Safety Instructions............2-3
Warranty Information......................4
Master Protection Agreements ..........5
Features at a Glance ........................6
First Steps ......................................7-12
Connecting the Water Supply.............13
Setting the Temperature Control ........14
Optional Features............................15-17
Food Storage and
Energy-Saving Ideas....................18
Ice Service ......................................19
Normal Operating Sounds ................20
Care & Cleaning ..............................21-23
Before You Call ...............................24-26
Service Numbers ...................... Back Cover
Table of Contents
253.
Safety Precautions
your unit until you have read the safety
throughout this manual are labeled with
Denitions
used to alert you to potential personal
that follow this symbol to avoid possible
IMPORTANT
Important Safety
Instructions
IMPORTANT
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
3
For Your Safety
Child Safety
Children should never use these items
Important Safety Instructions
Proper disposal of your appliance
Risk of child entrapment
throw away your old unit:
Refrigerants must be
Electrical information
The refrigerator must be plugged into its
Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on
to prevent the refrigerator from being
WARNING
Please read all safety instructions
before using your new appliance.
WARNING
These guidelines must be followed to
ensure that safety mechanisms in this
unit will operate properly.
Grounding type
wall receptacle
Do not, under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass the
grounding prong
Power cord with
3-prong grounded
plug
4
Warranty Information
KENMORE APPLIANCE WARRANTY
One Year Limited Warranty
®to arrange for free
This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. Sears will
NOT pay for:
Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Homan Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2C3
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Master Protection Agreements
Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore®product is designed
and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all 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 Agreement* includes:
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to
schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, 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 will provide a full 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. call 1-800-827-6655.
* Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details call 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 call 1-800-4-MY-
HOME®.
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Ice Maker
Ice Bucket
Freezer Shelf
Freeze
Control
Refrigerator
Control
Deli Drawer
Cover
Deli Drawer
Half Shelf
Wine Rack
Full Shelf
Special
Item Rack
Mid-level
Light
Crisper
Cover
Crisper
Drawers
Ice Tray Freezer Light Fixed Door
Bin
Door Rack
Dairy Door
Tall Bottle
Retainer
Snugger
Door
Bin
Fixed
Door Bin
Door
Rack
Toe Grille
Features may vary according to model
Features At A Glance
IMPORTANT
Cleaning your Refrigerator
IMPORTANT
Moving your Refrigerator
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First Steps
Installation
The refrigerator must be installed on a
Consider water supply availability for
NOTE
CAUTION
Do Not install the refrigerator where the
temperature will drop below 55°F (13°C) or
rise above 110°F (43°C). The compressor
will not be able to maintain proper
temperatures inside the refrigerator.
Do Not block the toe grille on the lower
front of your refrigerator. Sucient air
circulation is essential for the proper
operation of your refrigerator.
IMPORTANT
problems during the winter months
°
Upgrading your refrigerator with a
Garage Kit will lower the minimum
operating temperature of your unit to
°
Sears stores or Sears Parts & Repair at
Installation Clearances
Door Opening
NOTE
Preferred Operating Temperature
The preferred operating room temperature
oF to
o
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First Steps
Leveling
To Level Your Refrigerator:
by grasping it
with both hands
and pulling
or /
NOTE
the front of the refrigerator enough so
//
Raise
Raise
Adjustable Front Roller
(some models)
Stationary Front Roller
with Leveling Screw
(some models)
Door Stop
Screw Handle
Screw
Top
Hinge
Screw Center
Hinge
Screw
Bottom
Hinge
Screw
Door Removal/Reversal
OR
Tools Necessary:
Phillips Head
or
Quadrex Head
Screwdriver
(OR)
Socket
Wrench Set
Plastic
Putty
Knife
Adjustable
Wrench
Pliers
Awl
OR
Tools Necessary:
Phillips Head
or
Quadrex Head
Screwdriver
(OR)
Socket
Wrench Set
Plastic
Putty
Knife
Adjustable
Wrench
Pliers
Awl
OR
Tools Necessary:
Phillips Head
or
Quadrex Head
Screwdriver
(OR)
Socket
Wrench Set
Plastic
Putty
Knife
Adjustable
Wrench
Pliers
Awl
9
/
NOTE
IMPORTANT
First Steps
Door
Stop
Shim
Washer
Hinge
Pin
Center
Hinge
Screws
Hinge
Hole
Plug Handle
Hole
Plug
Door
Stop
Screw
Door Stop
Screw
Door
Stop
Washer
Hinge
Pin
Bottom
Hinge
Screws
Toe
Grille
Top
Hinge
Cover
Top
Hinge
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First Steps
To reverse refrigerator/freezer handles:
Handles may be easier to reverse while
Reverse freezer and
refrigerator handles
by inverting the
handle removed from
the refrigerator door
the handle removed
from freezer door
Screw
Handle
Mounting
Screw Button
Plug
Lock Handle
Over
Mounting
Screw
Handle Style 1
To remove refrigerator handle:
(Handles may be easier to reverse while
To attach refrigerator handle:
Mounting
Screw
Nameplate
Screw
Lock Handle
Over Mounting
Screw
Handle
IMPORTANT
proper installation of all three handle
Handle Installation/Removal To remove freezer handle:
(Handles may be easier to reverse while
To attach freezer handle:
CAUTION
Wear gloves and use extreme CAUTION
when installing these handles. The rounded
end of the handles may be sharp.
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Handle Style 2
To remove refrigerator metal handle:
To attach refrigerator metal handle:
align the 2 holes in top of handle with
part of the handle until the handle is
Mounting
Screw
Screw
Handle
Set
Screw
Button
Plug
To remove freezer handle:
Mounting
Screw
Set
Screw
Nameplate
Screw
Handle
To reverse refrigerator/freezer handles:
Handles may be easier to reverse while
Reverse freezer
and refrigerator
handles by
inverting the
handle removed
from the
refrigerator door
to the freezer
handle removed
First Steps
To attach freezer handle:
align the 2 holes in bottom of handle
Handle should be mounted with set
part of the handle until the handle is
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First Steps
To reverse refrigerator/freezer handles:
Handles may be easier to reverse while
Reverse freezer and refrigerator handles
by inverting the handle removed from the
Handle Style 3
To remove refrigerator handle:
(Handles may be easier to reverse while
To attach refrigerator handle:
To remove freezer handle:
(Handles may be easier to reverse while
To attach freezer handle:
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Before Installing The Water Supply
Line, You Will Need:
• Basic Tools:
DO
NOT
To Connect Water Supply Line To
Ice Maker Inlet Valve:
ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and
DO NOT
water supply line to rear panel of
turns) behind refrigerator as shown and
Plastic
Water
Tubing to
Ice
Maker Fill
Tube
Steel
Clamp
Ferrule
(Sleeve)
Copper
Wire Line
Water
Valve
Bracket
Valve Inlet
Water Valve
Copper Water Line
from Household
Water Supply
(Include enough tubing in loop to allow
moving refrigerator out for cleaning.)
Brass
Compression
Nut
WARNING
To avoid electric shock, which can
cause death or severe personal injury,
disconnect the refrigerator from
electrical power before connecting a
water supply line to the refrigerator.
IMPORTANT
NOTE
CAUTION
To Avoid Property Damage:
• Copper tubing is recommended for the
water supply line. Water supply tubing
made of ¼” plastic is not recommended
since it greatly increases the potential for
water leaks. Manufacturer nor retailer
will be responsible for any damage if
plastic tubing is used for supply line.
• DO NOT install water supply tubing
in areas where temperatures fall
below freezing.
• Chemicals from a malfunctioning
softener can damage the ice maker.
If the ice maker is connected to soft
water, ensure that the softener is
maintained and working properly.
Connecting Household Water Supply To Refrigerator
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Setting the Temperature Controls
TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT GUIDE
If refrigerator compartment is too
warm Turn refrigerator control slightly towards
colder.
If refrigerator compartment is too
cold Turn refrigerator control slightly towards cold.
If freezer compartment is too
warm Turn freezer control slightly towards colder.
If freezer compartment is too cold Turn freezer control slightly towards cold.
* To turn o refrigerator cooling
system Turn refrigerator control to 0 or press On/O
button for 3 seconds to turn o cooling system.
Cool down period
refrigerator to operate with the doors
Refrigerator & freezer controls
Temperature adjustment
Freezer Control (some models)
Refrigerator (Fresh Food) Control
(some models)
Normal
Cold Colder
Allow 24 hrs for adjustments
NOTE
for the temperature to stabilize before
* IMPORTANT
Turning the refrigerator temperature
and prevents the refrigerator from
power to the light bulb and other
air in the refrigerator and freezer
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CAUTION
Do not clean glass shelves or covers
with warm water when they are
cold. Shelves and covers may break
if exposed to sudden temperature
changes or impact, such as bumping.
Tempered glass is designed to shatter
into many small, pebble-size pieces.
This is normal. Glass shelves and
covers are heavy. Use both hands
when removing them to avoid
dropping.
Shelf Adjustment
Refrigerator shelves are easily adjusted to
To adjust sliding shelves:
Sliding Glass Shelf
Sliding Wire Shelf
Door Rack
Optional Features
Door storage
Adjustable door rack
To remove door rack:
To install door rack:
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Optional Features
Crisper
Humidity
Control
(some
models)
humidity
present
Low
Humidity
High
Humidity
Freezer Tilt
Out Door
Rack
out for easy
the sides and
pull out for easy
Adjustable door bins
Some models have adjustable door bins
To move door bins:
Bin Liner
(Some
Models)
To adjust cantilever shelves:
SpillProofTM glass shelves (some models)
NOTE
Cantilever shelves are supported at
shelves are available in either glass or
Full-width
Cantilever
Glass Shelf Cantilever Glass
Shelf
Fixed and Sliding
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Special Item Rack (some models)
two-liter soft
Pantry Drawer (some models)
Some models
with a Pantry
storage of
NOTE
with the Humidity Control set on High
Humidity
air to a minimum and maintains
leafy vegetables and fruits still in their
Crispers (some models)
and other
and remove
Wine Rack (some models)
There are two
or single two-liter
shelf with the
slide the
either side of
A
B
Higher Humidity Lower Humidity
Optional Features
on the
drawers
of some
allows
you to adjust the humidity within the
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Energy saving ideas
refrigerator in
and away from
Refer to this Use & Care Manual for the
will help the refrigerator run more
Food storage Ideas
Fresh Food Storage
of air around the food and results in
Fruits and Vegetables
Meat
Raw meat and poultry should be
Frozen Food Storage
it is at least /
Packaging Foods for Freezing
Loading the Freezer
Food Storage & Energy Saving Ideas
best stored in the freezer interior where
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Ice Service
ON
OFF
Wire
Signal Arm
Turning your ice maker on
Turning your ice maker o
To stop the
lift the wire
signal arm
also turns
NOTE
Call 1-800-4MY-HOME®for
information.
Ice Production: What To Expect
IMPORTANT
Ice Maker Tips
and ensure that the wire signal arm is
CAUTION
Chemicals from a malfunctioning
softener can damage the ice maker. If
the ice maker is connected to soft water,
ensure that the softener is maintained
and working properly.
NOTE
Normal Operating Sounds
CAUTION
DO NOT place the ice container in your
dishwasher.
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Understanding the sounds you
may hear
through the refrigerator by the
underneath your refrigerator as
buzzing sound as the water valve opens
NOTE
Rigid foam insulation is very energy
IMPORTANT
Normal Operating Sounds
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