Kenmore K Series User manual

Use & Care Guide
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Upright Freezer/
Refrigerator
Congelador/ Refrigerador vertical
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Customer Assistance / Asistencia al Cliente
1-833-946-4239
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KCD IP, LLC and/orTransform SR Brands Management LLC, and are used under license by
Winiadaewoo Electronics America, Inc.
Models/Modelos: K*FU015AWD# - White - 15 cu.ft.
K*FU018AWD# - White - 18 cu.ft.
K*FU021AWD#- White - 21 cu.ft.
K*FU021AWE#- White - 21 cu.ft.
Kenmore
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Record Model/
Serial Numbers
Please read and save
these instructions
This Use & Care Guide provides specific
operating instructions for your model. Use
your unit only as instructed in this guide.
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.
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: K*FU
or Serial
Number: Purchase
Date:
IMPORTANT
Use only soap and water to clean
serial plate.
Table of Contents
Record Model/Serial Numbers ......................2
Important Safety Instructions..........................2
Appliance Setup ...............................................5
Appliance Features...........................................6
Temperature Control.........................................9
Door Handle Installation (Optional).............12
Door Swing Reversal (Optional)....................13
Door Handle Reversal.....................................15
Care & Cleaning............................................. 16
Power or Appliance Failure........................... 17
Before You Call ............................................... 18
Warranty..........................................................20
Service.............................................. Back Cover
Important Safety
Instructions
Safety Precautions
Do not attempt to install or operate
your unit until you have read the safety
precautionsin this Use & Care Guide.
Safety items throughout this manual are
labeled with a Danger, Warning, or
Caution based on the risk type.
Definitions
This is the safety alert symbol. It is
used to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
IMPORTANT
Indicates installation, operation, or
maintenance informationwhich is
important but not hazard-related.
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Important Safety Instructions
DANGER
D ANGER Risk of fire or explosion.
Flammable refrigerant used. Do not use
mechanical devices to defrost refrigerator.
Do not puncture refrigerant tubing.
DANGER Risk of fire or explosion.
Flammable refrigerant used.To be repaired
only by trained service personnel. Do not
puncture refrigerant tubing.
CAUTION
CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion.
Flammable refrigerant used. Consult
repair manual/owner’s guide before
attempting to service this product. All
safety precautions must be followed.
CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion.
Dispose of properly in accordance with
federal or local regulations. Flammable
refrigerant used.
CAUTION Risk of fire or explosion
due to puncture of refrigerant tubing.
Follow handling instructions carefully.
Flammable refrigerant used.
WARNING
Read all safety instructions before using
your new appliance.
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 unit in the presence of
explosive fumes.
• Remove and discard any spacers used to
secure the basket during shipping. Small
objects are a choke hazard to children.
• 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 unit 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 appliance
DANGER: Risk of child entrapment!
Child entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
appliances are still dangerous – even if they
will sit for “just a few days.” If you are
getting rid of your appliance, please follow
the instructions below to help prevent
accidents.
Before you throw away your old unit:
• Remove door.
• Leave shelves in place within appliance so
children may not easily climb inside.
• Have refrigerant removed by a qualified
service technician.
CAUTION
It may not open easily when you try
to open the freezer door immediately
after closing it. It is not a problem with
the freezer because it is caused by the
pressure difference.
To solve this, it opens easily after a
certain period of time (1 minute).
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Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT
Your old unit may have a cooling system
that used CFCs or HCFCs (chlorofluoro-
carbons or hydrochlorofluorocarbons).
CFCs and HCFCs are believed to harm
stratospheric ozone if released to the
atmosphere. Other refrigerants may cause
harm to the environment if released to the
atmosphere. If you are throwing away
your old unit, make sure the refrigerant is
removed for proper disposal by a
qualified technician. If you intentionally
release refrigerant, you may be subject to
fines and imprisonment under the
provisions of environmental legislation.
WARNING
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 minimum, 115 Volt, 60
Hz, AC only electric outlet. The power
cord of the appliance is equipped with a
three-prong grounding plug to protect
against shock hazards. It must be plugged
directly into a properly grounded three-
prong receptacle. The receptacle 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 appliance 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 appliance before cleaning
and before defrosting to avoid
electrical shock.
• Performance may be affected if the
voltage varies by 10% or more.
Operating the unit with insufficient
power can damage the motor. Such
damage is not covered under the
warranty.
• Do not plug the unit into an outlet
controlled by a wall switch or pull cord
to prevent the appliance from being
turned off accidentally.
• Avoid connecting unit to a Ground
Fault Circuit Interruptor (GFCI).
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Appliance Setup
This Use & Care Guide provides specific
operating instructions for your model. Use
the unit only as instructed in this Use & Care
Guide. Before starting the appliance, follow
these important setup steps.
Installation
• Choose a place that is near a grounded
electrical outlet. Do Not use an extension
cord or an adapter plug.
• For the most efficient operation, the
appliance should be located where
surrounding temperatures will not exceed
110°F (43°C). Temperatures of 32°F (0°C)
and below will NOT affect appliance
operation. Additional compressor heaters
are not recommended.
• Allow space around the unit for good air
circulation. Leave a 1-inch (25.4 mm)
space at the back and on top and a
3/8-inch (9.5 mm) space on the sides of
the appliance for adequate circulation.
Leveling
The appliance must have all bottom corners
resting firmly on a solid floor that is strong
enough to support a fully loaded appliance.
It is Very Important for the appliance to be
level in order to function properly. If not
level, the door may be misaligned and not
close or seal properly, causing cooling,
frost, or moisture problems.
The appliance is equipped with adjustable
front leveling feet. Turn the foot clockwise
to heighten (H) the side of the unit. Turn
counterclockwise to lower (L) the side. Adjust
each side as needed until front of unit is
level. Also adjust so that front of unit is 1/4˝
higher than back, so that door stays closed.
Cleaning
• Wash any removable parts, the
appliance interior, and exterior with mild
detergent and warm water. Wipe dry.
Do not use harsh cleaners on these
surfaces.
• Do not use razor blades or other sharp
instruments, which can scratch the ap-
pliance surface when removing adhesive
labels. Any glue left from the tape can
be removed with a mixture of warm
water and mild detergent, or touch the
residue with the sticky side of tape
already removed. Do not remove the
serial plate.
Energy Saving Ideas
for Freezer Mode
• The freezer should be
located in the coolest area
of the room, away from
heat producing appliances
or heating ducts, and out of
direct sunlight.
• Let hot foods cool to room temperature
before placing in freezer. Overloading
the freezer forces the compressor to run
longer. Foods that freeze too slowly may
lose quality or spoil.
• Be sure to wrap foods properly, and
wipe containers dry before placing
them in the freezer. This cuts down on
frost build-up inside the freezer.
• Do not line freezer shelves and bins
with aluminum foil, wax paper, or paper
toweling. Liners interfere with cold air
circulation, reducing freezer efficiency.
• Organize and label food to reduce lid
openings and avoid extended searches.
• Remove as many items as needed at one
time, and close door as soon as possible.
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Appliance Features
- K*FU015AWD# (15cf) / K*FU018AWD# (18cf)
1Freezer Compartment Shelves
- For storage of frozen food, meat, fish, ice cream
2Freezer Compartment Door Bins
- For storage of frozen food.
3Freezer Compartment Drawer Bins
- For storage of frozen food.
4LED Light
- For lighting the freezer interior
5Temperature Control Panel
- For choosing the ideal temperature for food
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- K*FU021AWD# (21cf)
1Freezer Compartment Shelves
- For storage of frozen food, meat, fish, ice cream
2Freezer Compartment Door Bins
- For storage of frozen food.
3Freezer Compartment Drawer Bins
- For storage of frozen food.
4LED Light
- For lighting the freezer interior
5Temperature Control Panel
- For choosing the ideal temperature for food
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Appliance Features
- K*FU021AWE# (21cf)
1Freezer Compartment Glass shelves
- For storage of frozen food, meat, fish, ice cream
2Freezer Compartment Door Bins
- For storage of frozen food.
3Freezer Compartment Drawer Bins
- For storage of frozen food.
4LED Light
- For lighting the freezer interior
5Front Control Panel (located on freezer door exterior)
- For adjusting the temperature without opening the door
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Temperature Control
(K*FU015AWD, K*FU018AWD, K*FU021AWD)
Freezer Use
• To turn the freezer on, plug the power
cord into a properly grounded 3 prong
electrical outlet. The green Power On
light located on the temperature control
will illuminate.
•For safe food storage, allow four hours
after plugging the for the freezer to cool
down completely. The freezer will run
continuously for the first several hours.
Foods that are already frozen may be
placed in the freezer after the first few
hours of operation. Unfrozen foods should
NOT be loaded into the freezer until the
freezer has operated for four hours..
• When loading the freezer, freeze only
three pounds of fresh food per cubic foot
of freezer space at one time. Distribute
packages to be frozen evenly throughout
the freezer.
1Freezer Temperature
Press the Mode button and the
temperature setting changes in the
sequence as shown below:
Colder →Coldest →Cold
Setting Cold Colder Coldest
Temperature (°C) -15 -18 -21
Temperature (°F) 6 0 -6
2Lock function
The control panel must be unlocked for
any adjustments to be made.
Unlock: To unlock control panel, press
and hold Mode button for 3 seconds. The
LED will blink 3 times to indicate that
panel is unlocked.
Lock: When Mode button is pressed and
held for 3 seconds, the LED will blink 3
times to indicate that panel is locked
from use.
NOTE
The control panel automatically locks
itself if Mode button is not pressed for 20
seconds.
Press the Mode button and the
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Temperature Control
(K*FU021AWE)
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Freezer Temperature
When freezer mode is turned on press
“-” or “+” button to switch the set
temperatures as below.
set temp.
(°C) -15 -16 -17 -18 -19 -20 -21 -22
set temp.
(°F) 6 4 2 0 -2 -4 -6 -8
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Refrigerator temperature
When fridge mode is turned on press
“-” or “ +” button to switch the set
temperatures as below.
set temp.
(°C) 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
set temp.
(°F) 45 43 41 39 37 35 33
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Freezer/ Fridge switch mode
1) Switch from Freezer mode to Fridge
mode
Press and hold Mode button for 3 seconds.
The LED will blink 3 times and Fridge
indicator will stay lit.
At the same time the Freezer indicator will
go off. The Fridge mode is now on at the
default temperature of 37°F (3°C).
2) Switch from Fridge mode to Freezer
mode
Press and hold Mode button for 3 seconds.
The LED will blink 3 times and Freezer
indicator will stay lit.
At the same time the Fridge indicator will
go off. The Freezer mode is now on at the
default temperature of 0° F (-18°C).
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Quick Freeze/
Quick Fridge function
The Quick Freeze/Fridge feature lowers
the temperature below the normal
operating temperature to quickly freeze
or refrigerate foods.
1) When in Freezer mode, press the Quick
Freeze button once. The Quick Freeze
LED will light to indicate that Quick
Freeze function is activated.
The temperature will be set to -8°F
(-22°C) for a maximum of 50 hours.
Press button again at any time to
deactivate. If user does not deactivate
it, Quick Freeze feature will turn off
automatically after 50 hours and the
temperature will return to the original
temperature.
2) When in Fridge mode, press the
Quick Freeze button once. The Quick
Freezer LED will light to indicate that
Quick Fridge function is activated. The
temperature will be set to 33°F (1°C)
for maximum 6 hours. Press button
again at any time to deactivate. If
user does not deactivate, Quick Fridge
feature will turn off automatically after
6 hours and the temperature will return
to the original temperature.
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Lock function
The control panel must be
unlocked before it can be used.
1) Unlock: To unlock control panel, press
and hold Lock button for 3 seconds.
The button LED will blink 3 times to
indicate that panel is unlocked for use.
2) Lock: When Lock button is pressed and
held for 3 seconds, the button LED will
blink 3 times to indicate that panel is
locked from use.
NOTE
The control panel automatically locks itself
if no control panel button is pressed for 20
seconds.
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Door Alarm
When the door remains open for longer
than 60 seconds there will be a sound
alert and the Door Open indicator LED
will illuminate. Close the door or press
any control panel button to turn the LED
off; otherwise the LED will remain on.
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High Temp Alert Indicator
1) Freezer Mode
The Freezer LED indicator will light up
and a chime will sound if the interior
temperature exceeds 18°F (-8°C) for 24
hours.
The LED indicator will remain lit until the
interior temperature drops below 10°F
(-12°C).
2) Fridge Mode
The Fridge LED indicator will light up
and a chime will sound if the interior
temperature exceeds 62°F (17°C) for 24
hours. The LED indicator will remain lit
until the interior temperature drops below
55ºF (-13º).
CAUTION
After 24 hours at 62°F, certain products
such as milk may not be safe to drink.
Discard such products to prevent illness
from consuming spoiled items.
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Temperature Mode Switch
Function (°F ↔°C)
If you want to convert °F to °C or vice
Versa:.
1) Press and hold the Lock button for
3 seconds to unlock control panel. The
Lock icon will illuminate.
2) Press and hold “-” and “+” buttons
at same time for 5 seconds until
temperature mode changes.
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Door Handle Installation (Optional)
Included Parts :
Two Handle Attachment Bolts (A), Hex
Wrench (B)
A
B
1Insert and tighten the handle attachment
bolts into the upper and lower holes in
the door.
2Place the holes in the handle ends over
the handle attachment bolts (1) and slide
handle down (2).
Fig1
1
2
3Using the supplied hex wrench, tighten
the set screws in the handle ends to
secure the handle to the bolts.
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Door Swing Reversal (Optional)
The refrigerator is shipped with the doors opening from left to right. To reverse the door
swing to open from right to left, perform the steps in the following procedure.
Tools Required (Not Included) :
5/16" or 8mm box end or socket wrench,
Flat blade screwdriver
WARNING
Before reversing door, be sure to
unplug the freezer. Failure to unplug
may result in serious injury or death
from electric shock.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury and property
damage, obtain assistance from another
person to perform door reversal. Also,
before door reversal, remove shelves,
bins and food from refrigerator.
NOTICE: The following procedure as
described may differ in certain details from
actions required to reverse the door swing.
1Raise cover. Detach wire harness from
door light switch. Push harness and wires
into recess in cabinet right top. Remove
the screws attaching the top hinge
cover from the cabinet right top corner.
Remove cover. Use a 5/16" or 8mm box
end or socket wrench to remove the
screws attaching top hinge to cabinet.
Remove hinge. Unscrew and remove the
hinge pin from right side of hinge and
reinsert and tighten into hole on hinge
left side. Use a flat blade screwdriver
to carefully pry up and remove the
rectangular hole cover from cabinet left
top corner.
5/16”
2With the aid of an assistant, open door
and lift straight up to remove from
bottom hinge pin. Place door on a non-
scratching surface.
3Unscrew and remove leveling leg from
bottom left corner of cabinet. Use
5/16" or 8mm wrench to loosen screws
attaching bottom hinge to cabinet
bottom right corner. Remove hinge.
Unscrew and remove hinge pin and
washer from right side of hinge and
reattach through hole on hinge left side.
Use removed screws to attach hinge to
cabinet bottom left corner. Screw leveling
leg into place on cabinet bottom right
corner.
Washer
4Locate the cabinet left corner top hinge
cover in the accessories bag shipped
with the appliance. Carefully detach the
door light switch from the removed right
corner top hinge cover and attach it in
place in the left corner top hinge cover.
Door light switch
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Door Swing Reversal (Optional)
5Remove bushing and screws attaching
door stopper to door bottom right corner.
Reverse orientation of stopper and insert
bushing and screws to attach stopper to
door bottom left corner. With the aid
of an assistant lower the door onto the
bottom hinge so that the bottom hinge
pin inserts into the door stopper bushing.
Door stopper
Bushing
6With the screws removed in step 1, use a
5/16" or 8mm box end or socket wrench
to attach the top hinge to the cabinet
left top corner. Pull wire harness up from
recess in cabinet left top corner. Attach
harness to door light switch in left top
corner hinge cover. Use screws removed
in step 1 to attach hinge cover to cabinet
left top corner. Insert hole cover removed
in step 1 into position on cabinet right top
corner.
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Door Handle Reversal
1Use the supplied hex key to loosen the
set screws in the top and bottom handle
ends.
2Raise handle up and remove from door.
3Unscrew and remove the handle
attachment bolts from the door. Remove
the bolt hole plugs on the other side of
the door. Insert and tighten the bolts into
the holes. Insert the plugs into the holes
exposed by removal of bolts.
4Place the holes in the handle ends over
the handle attachment bolts and slide
handle down. Using the supplied hex
wrench, tighten the set screws in the
handle ends to secure the handle to the
bolts.
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Automatic Defrost
The appliance is equipped with
automatic defrost capability so that you
do not have to manually defrost. The
cooling element of the unit is regularly
heated to melt the frost that forms on it.
The resulting water drains through a duct
at the back of the unit and into a
concealed pan at the base of the unit
where it evaporates. Should any frost
form on the unit interior walls, remove
food and store it elsewhere. Then unplug
the unit, wait long enough for the frost to
melt, and wipe up the moisture with a dry
towel.
Rear Wheels
The appliance is equipped with rear wheels
to help you roll it into or out of a location.
CAUTION: Obtain the aid of an assistant if
the appliance feels too heavy for you to
safely move it.
Interior LED Lighting
The appliance features interior LED lighting,
which is more effective and longer lasting
than incandescent bulbs. However, in the
unlikely event that the LED fails to light, call
1-833-946-4239 to schedule repair service
to replace it.
Care & Cleaning
CAUTION
Damp objects stick to cold metal
surfaces. Do not touch inferior metal
surfaces with wet or damp hands.
Cleaning the Inside
Wash inside surfaces of the appliance
with a solution of two tablespoons of
baking soda in one quart (1.1 liters) warm
water. Rinse and dry. Wring excess water
out of the sponge or cloth when cleaning
in the area of the controls, or any
electrical parts.
Wash the removable parts and baskets
with the baking soda solution mentioned
above, or mild detergent and warm
water.
Never use metallic scouring pads, brushes,
abrasive cleaners, or alkaline solutions on
any interior surface. Do not wash
removable parts in a dishwasher.
Cleaning Door Bins
To remove the door bins for cleaning, use
both hands to squeeze the tray in from
both ends and push upward.
Cleaning the Outside
Wash the cabinet with warm water and
mild liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe
dry with a clean soft cloth. Never use
metallic scouring pads, brushes, abrasive
cleaners, or alkaline solutions on any
exterior surface.
Vacation and Moving Tips
WARNING
If leaving the appliance door open while
on vacation, make certain that children
cannot get into the appliance and become
entrapped.
Short Vacations: Leave the appliance
operating during vacations of less than
three weeks.
Long Vacations: If the appliance will not
be used for several months:
• Remove all food and unplug the
power cord.
• Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.
• Leave the appliance door open slightly,
blocking it open if necessary, to prevent
odor and mold growth.
Moving: When moving the appliance,
follow these guidelines to prevent
damage:
• Disconnect the power cord plug from
the wall outlet.
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• Remove foods and clean the appliance
interior.
• Secure all loose items such as bins
and shelves by taping them securely in
place to prevent damage.
• In a moving vehicle, secure appliance in
an upright position to prevent movement.
Also protect outside of appliance with a
blanket, or similar item.
NOTE
If unit is turned off or unplugged for
several hours, do not open appliance
door unnecessarily. This will maintain the
coldest temperature inside and reduce
the recovery time to desired temperature
once the unit is turned back on.
Power or Appliance Failure
If a power failure occurs, frozen foods will
stay frozen for at least 24 hours if the
appliance door is kept closed. If the power
failure continues, pack seven or eight
pounds of dry ice into the appliance every
24 hours. Look in the Yellow Pages under
Dry Ice, Dairies, or Ice Cream
manufacturers for local dry ice suppliers.
Always wear gloves and use caution when
handling dry ice.
If the appliance has stopped operating,
see Appliance does not run in the
Troubleshooting Guide. If you cannot solve
the problem, call an authorized servicer
immediately. If the appliance remains off
for several hours, follow the directions
above for the use of dry ice during a
power failure. If necessary, take the food
to a local locker plant until the appliance
is ready to operate. Look in the Yellow
Pages under Frozen Food Locker Plants.
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Before You Call
TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and
expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of
defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.
CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION
Appliance does not
run.
1. Unit is plugged into a
circuit that has a
ground fault
interrupt.
2. Temperature control
is in the 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 another circuit. If you are unsure about
the outlet, have it checked by a certified
electrician.
2. See Temperature Control Section.
3. Ensure plug is tightly pushed into outlet.
4. Check house fuse or circuit breaker.
5. Check house lights. Call local Electric
Company.
Appliance runs too
much or too long.
1. Room or outside
weather is hot.
2. Unit has recently
been disconnected
for a period of time.
3. Large amounts of
warm or hot food
have been stored
recently.
4. Door is opened too
frequently or long.
5. Door may be slightly
open.
6. Temperature Control
is set too low.
7. Door gasket is dirty,
worn, cracked, or
poorly fitted.
1. It is normal for the appliance to work harder
under these conditions.
2. It takes 4 hours for the unit interior to cool
down completely.
3. Warm food will cause unit to run more until
the desired temperature is reached.
4. Warm air entering the interior causes it to
run more. Open door less often.
5. See Door Will Not Close in this Before You
Call Section.
6. Set control to a warmer setting. Allow
several hours for the temperature to
stabilize.
7. Clean or change gasket. Leaks in the lid seal
will cause unit to run longer in order to
maintain desired temperature.
Interior
temperature is
too cold.
Temperature Control is
set too cold. Adjust the control to a warmer setting. Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Interior
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 hot food
may have been
stored recently.
5. Appliance has
recently been
disconnected for a
period of time.
1. Adjust control to a colder setting. Allow
several hours for the temperature to
stabilize.
2. Warm air enters the appliance every time
the door is opened. Open the lid less often.
3. See Door Will Not Close in this Before You
Call section.
4. Wait until the appliance has had a chance
to reach its selected temperature.
5. Freezer mode requires 4 hours to cool down
completely after appliance is first plugged
in.
Appliance
exterior surface
temperature is
warm.
1. Appliance exterior
walls can be as much
as 30°F warmer than
room temperature.
2. Appliance too close
to adjacent surfaces.
1. This is normal while compressor works to
transfer heat from inside appliance cabinet.
2. See clearance requirements in the
Installation section of this Use & Care Guide.
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Before You Call
CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION
Louder sound
levels whenever
appliance is on.
Modern cooling
appliances have
increased storage
capacity and more
stable temperatures.
They require a high
efficiency compressor.
This is normal. When the surrounding noise
level is low, you might hear the compressor
running while it cools the interior.
Longer sound
periods when
compressor comes
on.
Appliance operates
at higher pressures
during the start of
the ON cycle.
This 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 hot
water pipes.
This 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
throughout the system.
This is normal.
Vibrating or
rattling noise. 1. Appliance is not
level. It rocks on the
floor when it is
moved slightly.
2. Floor is uneven or
weak. Appliance
rocks on floor when
it is moved slightly.
3. Appliance is touching
the wall.
1. Level the unit. Refer to Leveling in Appliance
Setup section of this Use & Care Guide.
2. Ensure floor can adequately support
appliance.
3. Move appliance slightly. Refer to Leveling in
the Appliance Setup section after moving if
necessary.
Moisture forms on
inside appliance
walls.
1. Weather is hot and
humid.
2. Door may not be
seating properly.
3. Door is kept open
too long, or is
opened too
frequently.
1. This is normal.
2. See Door Will Not Close in this Before You
Call section.
3. Open the door less often.
Moisture forms on
outside of
appliance.
Door may not be seating
properly, causing the
cold air from inside the
appliance to meet
warm moist air from
outside.
See Door Will Not Close in this Before You Call
section.
Odors in
appliance. 1. Interior needs to be
cleaned.
2. Foods with strong
odors are in the
appliance.
1. Clean interior with sponge, warm water, and
baking soda.
2. Cover the food tightly.
Door will not close. 1. Unit is not level or
floor is uneven or
weak. Unit rocks on
the floor when it is
moved slightly.
2. Food package is
pressing against
inner door panel.
1. Unlevel unit can misalign door and door
seal. Floor must be solid and strong enough
to support a fully loaded appliance. Refer to
Leveling in Appliance Setup section of this
Use & Care Guide.
2. Reposition or remove excess package.
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1
KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR ONE YEAR from the date of sale this appliance is warranted
against defects in material or workmanship when it is correctly installed,
operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions.
WITH PROOF OF SALE a defective appliance will receive free repair.
If the appliance cannot be repaired, it will be replaced free of charge.
The Kenmore brand name is used under license. Direct all claims for warranty
service to: WiniaDaewoo Electronics America Inc. 833-946-4239
This warranty is void if this appliance is ever used for other than
private household purposes.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
WiniaDaewoo Electronics Americo, Inc., Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
GARANTÍA LIMITADA DE KENMORE
DENTRO DE UN AÑO a partir de la fecha de venta, este
electrodoméstico posee garantía contra defectos en los materiales o
en la mano de obra cuando se instale, opera y mantenga
correctamente de acuerdo con todas las instrucciones provistas.
CON PRUEBA DE VENTA, un aparato defectuoso recibirá reparación gratuita.
Si el aparato no se puede reparar, se reemplazará sin cargo.
La marca Kenmore se utiliza bajo licencia. Dirija todas las reclamaciones
por servicio de garantía a: WiniaDaewoo Electronics America Inc. 833-946-4239.
Esta garantía se anula si este electrodoméstico se usa para qualquier
propósito que no sea el use doméstico privado.
Esta garantía le otorga derechos legales específicos, y es posible que
tenga también otros derechos, los cuales varían de un estado a otro.
WiniaDaewoo Electronics Americo, Inc., Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660
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