Kenmore 253 Use & Care Manual page 20

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To Properly Instal! Your Refrigerator
See "Installation" Section On Pages 6-7
OR
To Reverse The Doors
"Door Removal & Reversal" Section On Pages 8-9
Common
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and
expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of
Occurrences
defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.
• Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet.
• Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse. Reset circuit
Refrigerator does not run. breaker.
• The temperature control is turned to "O".
• Refrigerator may be in defrost cycle. Wait 20 minutes and check again.
Freezer temperature too cold. • Set freezer control to a warmer setting until freezer temperature is
Refrigerator temperature is satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize.
satisfactory.
Refrigerator temperaturetoocold. • Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting. Allow 24 hours for
Freezer temperature is temperature to stabilize. Then check freezer temperatures and adjust
satisfactory, as needed.
• The cabinet is not level.
* Refrigerator is noisy or vibrates.
• Floor is weak.
• Interior needs to be cleaned.
Odors in refrigerator.
• Foods that produce odors should be covered or wrapped.
Cabinet light not working.
Automatic ice maker not working.
(some models)
Replace light bulb,
Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet,
Light switch may be stuck, Push in light switch, located on the
refrigerator control box, to release.
Ensure the Wire Signal Arm is not in UP position.
Ice maker should produce 4 to 5 pounds of ice in a 24 hour period.
Water supply is turned off.
Water pressure is too low,
The freezer is not cold enough,
* See Normal Operating Sounds and Sights section on page 17
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