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Rinse and dry. 

Never

 use metallic scouring 

pads, brushes, abrasive cleaners, or alkaline 

solutions on any surface. Do not wash 

removable parts in a dishwasher.

Care & Cleaning

NOTE

If unit is turned off or unplugged for several 

hours, do not open freezer lid unnecessar

-

ily to assure the coldest temperature inside 

is maintained and that recovery time to 

desired temperature is minimal.

Cleaning the Outside

Wash the cabinet with warm water and mild 

liquid detergent. Rinse well and wipe dry 

with a clean soft cloth.

Vacation and Moving Tips

Short Vacations:

 Leave the freezer operating 

during vacations of less than three weeks.

Long Vacations:

 If the freezer will not be 

used for several months:

• 

Remove all food and unplug the 

 

power cord.

• 

Clean and dry the interior thoroughly.

• 

Leave the freezer lid open slightly, block

-

ing it open if necessary, to prevent odor 

and mold growth.

Moving:

 When moving the freezer, follow 

these guidelines to prevent damage:

• 

Disconnect the power cord plug from the 

wall outlet.

• 

Remove foods, then defrost, and clean 

 

the freezer.

• 

Secure all loose items such as base panel, 

baskets, and shelves by taping them se

-

curely in place to prevent damage.

• 

In the moving vehicle, secure freezer in an 

upright position to prevent movement. Also 

protect outside of freezer with a blanket, 

or similar item.

WARNING

If leaving the freezer lid open while on 

vacation, make certain that children cannot 

get into the freezer and become entrapped.

Power Failure/ 

Freezer Failure

If a power failure occurs,

 frozen foods will 

stay frozen for at least 24 hours if the freezer 

is kept closed. If the power failure continues, 

pack seven or eight pounds of dry ice into 

the freezer 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 freezer has stopped operating,

 

see 

“FREEZER DOES NOT RUN” 

in the 

Troubleshooting Guide. If you cannot solve 

the problem, call an authorized servicer 

immediately. If the freezer 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 freezer is ready to operate. 

Look in the Yellow Pages under “Frozen Food 

Locker Plants”.

Summary of Contents for 17602 Series

Page 1: ... de Uso y Cuidado English Español P N A10948603 1808 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www kenmore com Kenmore Freezer Congelador Models Modelos 253 17502 17602 Color number número de color ...

Page 2: ...e 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 either on the upper left wall inside the freezer upright models or the left exterior wall chest models Model Number or Serial Number Purchase Date 253 Safety Precautions Do not attempt to install or operate your uni...

Page 3: ... from the carton Staples can cause severe cuts and also destroy finishes if they come in contact with other appliances or furniture DANGER DANGER Risk of fire or explosion Flam mable refrigerant used Do not use me chanical devices to defrost refrigerator Do not puncture refrigerant tubing DANGER Risk of fire or explosion Flamma ble refrigerant used To be repaired only by trained service personnel ...

Page 4: ...accordance with local codes and ordinances Consult a qualified elec trician 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 re ceptacle to prevent damaging the power cord Unplug the appliance before cleaning and ...

Page 5: ...stallation not performed by Sears authorized service agents or to repair problems with house fuses circuit breakers house wiring and plumbing or gas supply systems resulting from such installation 4 Damage to or failure of this appliance resulting from installation not performed by Sears authorized service agents including installation that was not in accord with electrical gas or plumbing codes 5...

Page 6: ...s efficient Organize and label food to reduce lid openings and extended searches Remove as many items as needed at one time and close the lid as soon as possible First Steps 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 first steps Installation Choose a place th...

Page 7: ...isfaction If a colder temperature is desired turn the temperature control knob toward MAX Adjust the temperature gradually in small increments and allow the temperature to stabilize For warmer temperatures adjust the knob toward MIN Allow several hours for temperatures to stabilize between adjustments MIN MAX OFF IMPORTANT Setting the temperature control to the OFF position turns the cooling syste...

Page 8: ...en the lid is opened Always unplug the freezer remove food and leave the lid open when defrosting the freezer If the frost is soft remove it by using a plastic scraper If the frost is glazed and hard place a shallow pan beneath the drain outlet Figure 2 Drain Plug Defrost Drain Plug Pan Figure 1 Cleaning the Inside After defrosting wash inside surfaces of the freezer with a solution of two tablesp...

Page 9: ...he freezer Secure all loose items such as base panel baskets and shelves by taping them se curely in place to prevent damage In the moving vehicle secure freezer in an upright position to prevent movement Also protect outside of freezer with a blanket or similar item WARNING If leaving the freezer lid open while on vacation make certain that children cannot get into the freezer and become entrappe...

Page 10: ...n completely Warm food will cause freezer to run more until the desired temperature is reached Warm air entering the freezer causes it to run more Open lid less often See LID PROBLEMS in Before You Call Section Turn control knob to a warmer setting Allow several hours for the temperature to stabilize Clean or change gasket Leaks in the lid seal will cause freezer to run longer in order to maintain...

Page 11: ... noise Freezer is not level It rocks on the floor when it is moved slightly Floor is uneven or weak Freezer rocks on floor when it is moved slightly Freezer is touching the wall Level the unit Refer to Leveling in the First Steps Section Ensure floor can adequately support freezer Move freezer slightly Refer to Leveling in the First Steps Section after moving if necessary WATER MOISTURE FROST INSI...

Page 12: ...s on the floor when it is moved slightly Floor is uneven or weak Freezer rocks on floor when it is moved slightly This condition can force the cabinet out of square and misalign the lid and lid seal Refer to Leveling in the First Steps Section Refer to Leveling in the First Steps Section Before You Call ...

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