Kenmore 6452 - 14.8 cu. Ft. Top Freezer Refrigerator User manual

Refrigerator
Top Mount
Use & Care Guide
Conge_ador Superior
Gufa para su uso y cuidado
Compartiments Superposes
Guide d'utilisation et d'entretien
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Sears Canada, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8 www, sea _s,com
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Welcome &
Congratulations
Congratuiations on your purchase of a new refrigerator!
We here at Sears are very proud of our product and we
are completely committed to providing you with the best
service possible, Your satisfaction is our #1 priority,
We know you'll enjoy your new refrigerator and Thank
You for choosing our product, We hope you consider us
for future purchases,
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTmONS
This Owner's Guide provides specific operating
instructions for your model, Use your refrigerator only as
instructed in this manual, These instructions are 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,
PJease record your modeJ and seria! numbers beJow
for future reference. This information is found on the
sedaJ pJate located inside the refrigerator
compartment.
Model Number: 253
or: 970
Seria! Number:
_ Purchase Date:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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NI Welcome ............................................. 2
i_ Safety Instructions ............................... 2-3
_, Warranty .............................................. 3
Protection Agreements ........................ 4
tnstallationoolncludes connecting optional Ice
Maker To Water Supply ..................................... 5=6
Door Removal & Reversal .................. 7-8
Features At A Glance ......................... 9
Temperature Controls .......................... 10
Looking Inside ..................................... 11-13
Ice Service .......................................... 14
Food Storage & Energy Saving Tips ... 15
Normal Operating Sounds & Sights .... 16
Care & Cleaning .................................. 17o18
Before You Call .................................... 19
important Safety
instructions
Please Read AH instructions Before
Using This Refrigerator.
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 refrigerator in the presence of
•Avoid contact with any moving parts of automatic ice
maker,
•Remove all 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
refrigerator 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 REFRIGERATOR
OR FREEZER
Risk oi child entrapment
Child entrapment and l_b--_ _
suffocationarenotprobUemsofthepast,Junkedorabandoned
refrigerators or freezers are still
dangerous - even if they will sit
for "just a few days," if you are
getting rid of your old
refrigerator or freezer, please
follow the instructions below to
help prevent accidents,
Before you throw away your old refrigerator/freezer:
•Remove doors,
•Leave shelves in place so children may not easily climb
inside,
o Have refrigerant removed by a qualified service
technician,

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These Guidelines Must BeFollowedTo EnsureThat KENMORE REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY
Safety Mechanisms in This Refrigerater Will
Operate Properly. ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
*The refrigerator must be plugged into its own
dedicated 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC onJy electric outlet.
The power cord of the appliance is equipped with a
three@rong grounding pUugfor your protection against
eUectrbaUshock hazards, it must be pUuggeddirectUy
into a propedy grounded three-prong receptacb. The
receptacb must be installed in accordance with local
codes and ordinances. Consult a qualified electrician.
Do not use an extension cord or adapter plug.
, Immediately repair or replace any power cord that
becomes frayed or damaged.
, Never unplug the refrigerator by pulling on the power
cord. Always grip the plug firmly, and pull straight out
from the receptacle to prevent damaging the power cord.
, Unplug the refrigerator 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 refrigerator with insufficient
power can damage the compressor. Such damage is
not covered under your warranty.
, Do not plug the unit into an outlet controlled by a wall
switch or pull cord to prevent the refrigerator from being
Avoid connecting refrigerator toa Ground Fault Interruptor
(GFI) circuit,
IMPORTANT: Turning the refrigerator temperature
control to "0" turns off the compressor and prevents
your refrigerator from cooling, but does not disconnect
the power to the light bulbs and other e ectrical
components.To turn off power to your refrigerator you
must unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
REFRIGERATOR
For one year from the date of purchase, when this
refrigerator is operated and maintained according to
the instructions supplied with it, Sears will repair this
refrigerator, free of charge, if defective in material or
workmanship. This one year time period does not
include the refrigerator water filter cartridge (if
equipped), which is an expendable part warranted for
only 30 days (see below).
FIVE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON SEALED
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
For five years from the date of purchase, when this
refrigerator is operated and maintained according to
the instructions supplied with it, Sears will repair the
sealed system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting
tubing, and compressor), free of charge, if defective
in material or workmanship.
30 DAY FULL WARRANTY ON WATER FILTER
CARTRIDGE (if equipped)
For thirty days from the date of purchase, Sears will
replace the refrigerator water filter cartridge if it is
defective in material or workmanship.
All above warranty coverage applies only to
refrigerators which are used for storage of food for
private household purposes.
Warranty service is available in the United States or
Canada by contacting Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®
(1-800-469-4663).
This warranty applies only while this product is in use
n the United States or Canada. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state or province to
province.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman
Estates, IL 60179
Sears Canada Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5B 2B8

PROTECTION AGREEMENTS
In the U.S.A.
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.
Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and
protect yourself from unexpected hassle and expense.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend
the life of your new appliance. Here's what's included
in the Agreement:
_" Expert service by our 12,000 professional repair
specialists
_( Unlimited service and no charge for parts and
labor on all covered repairs
•""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 - phone support from a
Sears technician on products requiring in-home
repair, plus convenient repair scheduling
•"Power surge protection against electrical
damage due to power fluctuations
_" Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered
product takes longer than promised
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.
Sears has over 12,000 professional repair specialists,
who have access to over 4.5 million quality parts and
accessories. That's the kind of professionalism you
can count on to help prolong the life of your new
purchase for years to come. Purchase your Master
Protection Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices
and additional information, call 1-800-827-6655.
Sears Installation Service
For Sears professional installation of home appliances
and items like garage door openers, water heaters,
and other major home items, in the U.S.A. call
1-800-4MY-HOME ®.
In Canada
Maintenance Agreements
Your purchase has added value because you can
depend on Sears HomeCentral ®for service. With over
2400 Service Technicians and more than a million
parts and accessories, we have the tools, parts,
knowledge and skills to back our pledge:
We Service What We Sell.
Your Kenmore ®product is designed, manufactured
and tested to provide years of dependable operation.
But like all products, it may require service from time to
time. The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an
outstanding service program, affordably priced.
The Sears Maintenance Agreement
•Is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's
price.
• Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal wear
and tear.
• Provides phone support from a Sears technician
on products requiring in-home repair.
• Even if you don't need repairs, provides an annual
Preventive Maintenance Check, at your request, to
ensure that your product is in proper running
condition.
Some limitations apply. For more information
about concerning Sears Canada Maintenance
Agreements, call 1-800-361-6665.

This Use & Care ManuaU provides specific operating
instructions for your model Use the refrigerator onUyas
instructed in this Use & Care Manual Before starting the
refrigerator, follow these important first steps.
LOCATION
Choose a pUacethat is near a grounded eUectricaUoutUet,
Do Not use an extension cord or an adapter pHug,
- f possiMe, pUacethe refrigerator out of direct sunlight
and away from the range, dishwasher or other heat
SOUrCeS,
- The refrigerator must be installed on a floor that is UeveU
and strong enough to support a fully Uoadedrefrigerator,
.Consider water suppHyavailability for modeHsequupped
with an automatic ice maker,
INSTALLATION
Do Not instaJl the refrigerator where
the temperature will drop below 55°F
(13°C} or rise above 110°F (43°C}. At these
temperature extremes, 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. Sufficient air circuJation
is essential for the proper operation of your
refrigerator,
installation Clearances
- Allow the following clearances for ease of installation
proper air circulation and plumbing and electrical
connections:
Sides & Top 3/8"
Back ........................ 1"
NOTE: Hyou see black coils!tubing on the back of your
refrigerator (air-cooled condenser, leave 3" dea rance
at top of refrigerator.
DOOR OPENING
NOTE: !fyou r refrigerator is placed with the door hinge
side against a wall, you may have to a!low additiona!
space so the door can be opened wider.
Your refrigerator should be positioned to allow easy access
to a counter when removing food, To make this possible,
the direction in which the doors open can be reversed, See
Door Removal & Reversal Instructions on page 7,
LEVEMNG
All four corners of your refrigerator must rest firmly on a
solid floor, Your refrigerator is equipped with adjustable front
rollers to help level your unit,
To Level Your Refrigerator:
1,
2. Use fiat=blade screwdriver or 3/8" socket wrench
to adjust tront rollers,
NOTE: Raise the front of the refrigerator enough so the
doors close freely when opened halfway.The refrigerator
should slope _/4"to Y2"from front to back.Then level the
refrigerator from side to side.

l stallatiot7 o Connecting Optional Ice Maker To Water Supply
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.
To Avoid Property Damage:
- Copper tubing is recommended for the water supply line. Water suppJy tubing made of 1A"plastic is not
recommended since it greatJy increases the potentiaJ for water leaks. Manufacturer will not 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 maffunctioning softener can damage the ice maker, if the ice maker is connected to soft
water, ensure that the softener is maintained and working properly.
iMPORTANT: Ensure that your water supply line connections comply with all local plumbing codes,
Before installing The Water Supply Line, You Will Need
Basic Toots: adjustable wrench, flat=blade screwdriver, and Phillips TM screwdriver
o Access to a household cold water line with water pressure between 20 and 120 psi,
A water supply line made of ¼ inch (6,4 mm) OD, copper tubing or braided water line, To determine the length of
copper tubing needed, you wiii need to measure the distance from the ice maker inlet valve at the back of the
refrigerator to your cold water pipe, Then add approximately 7 feet (2,1 meters), so the refrigerator can be moved out
for cleaning (as shown),
A shutoff valve to connect the water supply line to your household water system, DO NOT use a self-piercing type
shutoff valve,
o A compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for connecting the water supply line to the ice maker inlet valve,
To Connect Water Supply Line To Ice Maker/nlet Valve
1. Disconnect refrigerator from electric power source.
2, Place end of water supply line into sink or bucket, Turn ON water supply
and flush supply line until water is clear, Turn OFF water supply at shut
off valve,
3, Unscrew plastic cap from water valve inlet and discard cap,
4, Slide brass compression nut, then ferrule (sleeve) onto water supply line,
as shown,
5, Push water supply line into water valve inlet as far as it wiii go (¼ inch),
Slide ferrule (sleeve) into valve inlet and finger tighten compression nut
onto valve, Tighten another half turn with a wrench; DO NOT over tighten,
6, With steel clamp and screw, secure water supply line to rear panel of
refrigerator as shown,
7, Coil excess water supply line (about 2aSturns) behind refrigerator as shown
and arrange coils so they do not vibrate or wear against any other surface,
8, Turn ON water supply at shutoff valve and tighten any connections that
leak,
9, Reconnect refrigerator to electrical power source,
10, Toturn ice maker on, lower wire signal arm (see ice maker front cover for ON/
OFF position of arm),
Plastic Water
Tubing to Ice Maker Clamp
Brass
Compression
(Sleeve)
water line
Water Valve
from household water supply
(Include enough tubing in loop to allow
moving refrigerator out for cleaning.)
iMPORTANT: !t takes approx!mate!y 24 hours for the ice maker to begin producing ice, Air in new plumbing lines may
cause ice maker to cycle two or three times before making a ful! tray 0f !ce, New plumbing may cause iceto be discQ!ored
or have poor flavor.Discard ice made during the first 24 hours.

Door Removal and Reversal Instructions
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DOOR REMOVAL AND REVERSAL iNSTRUCTIONS:
NOTE: If your refrigerator is a stainless steel model, reversing the
doors is not possible unless you order new doors from the factory,
The direction in which your refrigerator doors open can be reversed by moving
the door hinges from one side to the other. Reversing the door swing should
be performed by a qualified person
IMPORTANT: Before you begin, turn the refrigerator temperature control
to "0" and remove the electrical power cord from the wall outlet. Remove
any food from door shelves.
1 Remove toe grille and top hinge cover.
2. Remove top hinge with 3/8" hex driver and lift freezer door off of
center hinge pin Set door aside.
3. Unscrew center hinge pin using adjustable wrench and save for
reassembiy Ensure plastic washer stays on hinge pin.
4 Lift refrigerator door off of bottom hinge and set aside.
5. Remove center hinge and shim by removing inside screw and
loosening two outside screws enough to allow hinge and shim to
slide out. Tighten screws.
6. Loosen two outside screws on opposite side of refrigerator, remove
inside screw and install center hinge.
7. Remove two screws on bottom hinge with 3/8" socket wrench.
8. install bottom hinge on opposite side with the two screws removed
from step 7.
9. Unscrew bottom hinge pin using adjastable wrench Move hinge pin
to other hob in hinge and tighten with adjustable wrench.
1O. Reverse door handles, see instructions on next page#.
11 Move freezer and refrigerator door stc ps to opposite side Before
starting screws use an awl to puncture the foam
12. Position refrigerator door onto bottom hinge pin and screw center
hinge pin through center hinge into top of door. Close refrigerator
door to help align hinge hob.
13. Tighten center hinge punwith adjustable wrench
14. Remove cabinet and hinge hob plugs and move to opposite side.
15. Lower freezer door onto center hinge pin
16. Close freezer door. Have an assistant lift up on opposite side of
door while tightening screws to install top hinge.
17. Replace toe grille and top hinge cover.
18. Plug in electrical power cord and turn refrigerator temperature control
to center position. Adjust setting as necessary.

Door Removal and Reversal Instructions (continued)
NOTE: Some models have "pocket" handles, which are recessed into the sides of the doer. On these models, only
the hinges will need to be reversed.
TO REMOVE FREEZER HANDLE:
,HandUesmay be easier to reverse while doors are off,,
1. Remove two screws attaching handUeto bottom of freezer door,
2, Swing bottom of handUeaway from the door and slide handUestraight
up and off of dovetail button,
3, Remove screw and dovetail button and install on other side. moving
hoUepHugsfrom corresponding noUesto opposite side,
TO ATTACH FREEZER HANDLE:
1. Start with handUeoffset away from door, PUacetop of handUeover
dovetail button swing handle into an upright position and pull
downward locking it into place,
2, Secure bottom of handle with two screws removed earlier,
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TRIM REMOVAL (FULL-LENGTH TRIM MODELS ONLY)
In some models, the refrigerator door has a full length trim piece which continues from the bottom of the handle to the
bottom of the door, The top of the trim fits around the base of the handle, An adhesive "trim lock" is positioned about
halfway down, The bottom of the trim is held in place by either an adhesive trim lock, or a trim lock with two prongs
inserted into a hole on the face of the door,
TO REMOVE TRIM:
1. Remove trim by gently pulling trim lock areas out and away from door.
2. When trim is free from door, slide the trim straight down and away from base of handle.
NOTE: For models with short handle triml remove by sliding trim straight down and off of handle biaCket.
TO REMOVE REFRIGERATOR HANDLE:
(Handles may be easier to reverse while doors are off,)
1, Remove two screws attaching handle to top of refrigerator door,
2, Swing top of handle away from door and slide handle down and off of
dovetail button,
3, Remove screw and dovetail button and install on other side, moving
hole plugs from corresponding holes to opposite side,
TO ATTACH REFRIGERATOR HANDLE:
1. Start with handle offset away from door. Place bottom of handle over
dovetail button, swing handle into an upright position and pull upward,
locking it into place.
2. Secure top of handle with screws.
TO ATTACH TRIM:
1. Slide both trim locks out of trim.
2. Insert new adhesive trim locks contained in your literature pack.
NOTE_ Trim lock must be removed and installed by did!ng over the
two donut shaped areas.
3, Install trim to handle by sliding over base of handle, Carefully align
trim and press down at trim lock locations,
4, Replace hole plug on opposite side, Use rubbing alcohol to remove
any adhesive residue from old trim lock locations,
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COOLDOWNPERIOD
Toensure safe food storage, allow the refrigerator to operate with the doors closed for at least 8 to 12 hours before loading
it with food,
REFRIGERATOR & FREEZER CONTROLS
TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: When first turning refrigerator on, move refrigerator
and freezer controls to y which is the recommended
initial setting, After 24 hours, adjust the controls as needed.
o Adjust temperature gradually: move the knob in small
increments, atlowing the temperature to stabilize.
o For colder temperatures, turn the knob towards Colder,
o For warmer temperatures, turn the knob towards Cold,
Turning the refrigerator control will change temperatures in
both compartments, For exam pie, if the refrigerator control is
turned to a colder setting, the freezer control may have to be
adjusted to a warmer setting, Turning the freezer control will
change only the freezer temperature,
Tomaintain temperatures, a fan circulates air inthe refrigerator
and freezer compartments, For good circulation do not block
cold air vents with food items,
IMPORTANT: Turning the refrigerator temperature
control to !!0"turns off the compressor and prevents
your refrigeratorfrom cooling, but does not disconnect
the power to the light bulbs and other electrical
components.To turn off power tOyour refrigerator you
must unplug the power cord from the wa!! outlet,
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Freezer Con[rol (some moqels,
Refrigerator Control (some models)
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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 Refrigerator Off Turn Refrigerator Control To 0,
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