Kenmore 253.70013, Use & Care Manual

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CONCERN POTENTIAL CAUSE COMMON SOLUTION
WATER/MOISTURE/FROST INSIDE REFRIGERATOR
Moisture
collects on
inside of
refrigerator
walls.
• Weather is hot and humid. • The rate of frost buildup and internal
sweating increases.
Water
collects on
bottom side
of drawer
cover.
• Vegetables contain and
give off moisture. • It is not unusual to have moisture on
the bottom side of the cover.
Water
collects in
bottom of
drawer. • Washed vegetables and
fruit drain while in the
drawer. • Dry items before putting them in the
drawer. Water collecting in bottom of
drawer is normal.
WATER/MOISTURE/FROST OUTSIDE REFRIGERATOR
Moisture
collects on
outside of
refrigerator
or between
doors.
• Weather is humid. • This is normal in humid weather. When
humidity is lower, the moisture should
disappear.
FOOD IN FRESH FOOD COMPARTMENT
Food is
freezing.
• Temperature setting is too
low.
• Food is covering the air
ports.
• Move the setting to a higher degree.
• Allow space between the air ports and
the food.
LOUD NOISE
Unusually
loud noise.
• Unit not leveled.
• Refrigerator parts not
properly placed.
• To prevent rocking, ensure floor is level
and solid. Level refrigerator.
• Ensure interior parts are secure.
LIGHTS
Lights not
working. • Lights are damaged.
• There is no power.
• If lights are damaged have them
replaced by a service technician.
• Make sure the unit is fully connected
to the power outlet.
ODORS IN REFRIGERATOR
Odors • There is uncovered food in
the refrigerator.
• Spills.
• Foods that produce odor should be
covered.
• Clean interior as soon as spills occur.
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