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Crispers  

(some models)

T

he crispers, located 

under the bottom 

refrigerator shelf, 

are designed for 

storing fruits, vegetables, and other fresh 

produce. Wash items in clear water and 

remove excess water before placing them 

in the crispers. Items with strong odors or 

high moisture content should be wrapped 

before storing.

Optional Features

• 

The appliance should 

be located in the 

coolest area of the 

room, away from 

heat producing ap-

pliances or heating 

ducts, and out of 

direct sunlight.

Energy-Saving Tips

• 

Let hot foods cool to room temperature  

before placing in the unit. Overload-

ing the unit 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 appliance. This cuts down 

on frost build-up inside the unit.

• 

Appliance shelves and baskets should 

not be lined with aluminum foil, wax 

paper, or paper toweling. Liners inter-

fere with cold air circulation, making 

the unit less efficient.

• 

Organize and label food to reduce door 

openings and extended searches. Remove 

as many items as needed at one time, 

and close the door as soon as possible.

Cleaning the Inside

Wash inside surfaces of the appliance 

with a solution of 2 tbsp. (25 g) of baking 

soda in 1 qt. (1 l) warm water. Rinse and 

dry. Wring excess water out of the sponge 

or cloth.
Wash the removable parts with the baking 

soda solution mentioned above, or mild 

detergent and warm water. Rinse and dry. 

Care & Cleaning

CAUTION

• 

Damp objects stick to cold metal 

surfaces. Do not touch interior metal 

surfaces with wet or damp hands.

• Appliance must be unplugged (to 

avoid electrical hazard) from power 
source when defrosting unit.

Convertible model is frost free and will 

defrost automatically, but should be 

cleaned occasionally.

Mid-Level Basket

This basket keeps things organized and 
slides out for easy access.

Basket Divider 

(some upright models)

Use these handy 

dividers to keep the 
various items stored in 
your baskets more organized. 

Adjustable Door 

Bins 

(some models)

Some models have 

adjustable door bins 

that can be moved to 

suit individual needs.
To move door bins:

1.  Lift bin straight up.
2.  Remove bin.
3.  Place bin in desired position.
4.  Lower bin onto supports until 

locked in place.

Summary of Contents for 253.22052

Page 1: ...3 1705 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www kenmore com www sears com Sears Canada Inc Toronto Ontario Canada M5B 2C3 www sears ca Kenmore Convertible Refrigerator Freezer Congelador refrigerador convertible Congélateur réfrigérateur convertible Models Modelos Modèles 253 22052 ...

Page 2: ...ch 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 Please read and save these instructions This Use Care Guide provides specific operating instructions for...

Page 3: ... to play Cartons covered with rugs bedspreads plastic sheets or stretch wrap may become airtight chambers and can quickly cause suffocation Grounding type wall receptacle Power cord with 3 prong grounded plug Do not under any circumstances cut remove or bypass the grounding prong NOTE Turning the temperature control to OFF turns off the compressor but does not disconnect the power to the light bul...

Page 4: ...including discoloration or surface rust resulting from accident alteration abuse misuse or use for other than its intended purpose 7 Damage to or failure of this appliance including discoloration or surface rust caused by the use of detergents cleaners chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with the product 8 Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulti...

Page 5: ... transfer heat from the inside Temperatures as much as 30 F warmer than room temperature can be expected For this reason it is particularly important in hotter climates to allow enough space for air circulation around your unit Leveling The unit must have all bottom corners resting firmly on a solid floor The floor must be strong enough to support a fully loaded appliance NOTE It is Very Important...

Page 6: ...With the shelf installed press the 2 shelf grom mets down onto the rod that is anchored into the appliance wall located in the back only Be sure to keep the larger end of the shelf grommets away from the wall 6 Push the shelf grommets onto the shelf rod until firmly seated 7 Slide the shelf grommets into the wall grom mets already in the unit wall until they are flush 8 Guide the support hanging b...

Page 7: ...rol some models Converting Between Refrigerator and Freezer The convertible model can operate as either a freezer or a refrigerator The electromechanical temperature control provides this adjustment and is located inside the appliance The temperature is factory preset to provide satisfactory food storage temperatures However the temperature control is adjustable to provide a range of temperatures ...

Page 8: ...u on the control panel and by pressing the set button once the indicator is highlighted next to Control Lock A Control Lock icon will be displayed on the control panel to indicate that the control panel has been locked To unlock press and hold the set button for 3 seconds after which the lock indicator will disappear from the control panel indicating that the panel has been unlocked Temperature Co...

Page 9: ...e appliance will function normally without any violation of the Sabbath holidays once the door is closed The High Temp alarm is permitted when the cabinet temperature is outside the safe zone for 20 minutes The alarm silences itself after 10 minutes while the High Temp icon stays lit until the Sabbath mode is exited For further assistance guidelines of proper usage and a complete list of models wi...

Page 10: ... food to reduce door openings and extended searches Remove as many items as needed at one time and close the door as soon as possible Cleaning the Inside Wash inside surfaces of the appliance with a solution of 2 tbsp 25 g of baking soda in 1 qt 1 l warm water Rinse and dry Wring excess water out of the sponge or cloth Wash the removable parts with the baking soda solution mentioned above or mild ...

Page 11: ...ater and mild liquid detergent Rinse well and wipe dry with a clean soft cloth Replace parts and food Do not use razor blades or other sharp instruments which can scratch the surface when removing adhesive labels Any residue 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 the tape already removed DO NOT REMOVE THE SERIA...

Page 12: ...en Temperature Control is set too low Gasket is dirty worn cracked or poorly fitted It s normal for the appliance to work harder under these conditions It takes 4 hours for the appliance to cool down completely Warm food will cause appliance to run more until the desired temperature is reached Warm air entering the appliance causes it to run more Open door less often See DOOR PROBLEMS in Before Yo...

Page 13: ...capacity and more stable temperatures They require a high effi ciency compressor This is normal When the surround ing noise level is low you might hear the compressor running while it cools the interior Longer sound levels 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 contin ues to run ...

Page 14: ...nterior needs to be cleaned Foods with strong odors are in the appliance Clean interior with sponge warm water and baking soda Cover the food tightly DOOR PROBLEMS Door will not close Appliance is not level It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Floor is uneven or weak Appliance rocks on floor when it is moved slightly This condition can force the cabinet out of square and misalign the do...

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