Kenmore 253.6000 Series Use & Care Manual page 26

Care & Clear ing
Short
Vacations
Long
Vacations
Moving
Vacation and Movln9 Tips
" Leave refrigerator operating during vacations of 3 weeks or Uess,
* Use aH perishabUe items from refrigerator compartment.
Turn automatic ice maker off and empty ice bucket, even if you will
onUy be gone for a few days,
Remove aH food and ice if you will be gone one month or more.
Turn off automatic ice maker and turn water suppUy valve to dosed
position.
Turning control knobs to °'0 _ on the refrigerator (fresh food) controU box
onUy 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,
Remove all food and ice. o
" If using handcart, load from side,
* Adiust rollers all the way up to protect them during sliding or moving.
Pad cabinet exterior to avoid scratching surface,
Never Cmean Condenser (some moctels)
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,
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