Care & Cleaning - Kenmore 253.6000 Series Use & Care Manual

Care & Cleaning
Short • Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of 3 weeks or less.
Vacations
• Use all perishable items from refrigerator compartment.
• Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket, even if you will
only be gone for a few days.
Long • Remove all food and ice if you will be gone one month or more.
Vacations
• Turn off automatic ice maker and turn water supply valve to closed
position.
• Turning control knobs to "0" on the refrigerator (fresh food) control box
only controls your refrigerator's cooling system. To turn off power to
your refrigerator you must unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
• Clean interior thoroughly.
• Leave both doors open to prevent odors and mold build-up. Block
doors open if necessary.
Moving • Remove all food and ice.
• If using handcart, load from side.
• Adjust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving.
• Pad cabinet exterior to avoid scratching surface.
Never Clean Condenser
If your refrigerator is equipped with a "Never Clean" condenser, there's no need to
clean the condenser under normal operating conditions. If the refrigerator is operated
under particularly dusty or greasy conditions, or if there is significant pet traffic in
your home, it may be necessary to periodically clean the condenser for maximum
efficiency.
Vacation and Moving Tips
(some models)
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