Troubleshooting - Kenmore 253 Use & Care Manual

ATTENTION
See
To Properly Install Your Refrigerator
See "Installation" Section On Pages 5-6
OR
To Reverse The Doors
"Door Removal & Reversal" Section On Pages 7-8
Common
Occurrences
Refrigerator does not run.
Freezer temperature too cold.
Refrigerator temperature is
satisfactory.
Refrigerator temperature too cold.
Freezer temperature is
satisfactory.
* Refrigerator is noisy or vibrates.
Odors in refrigerator.
Cabinet light not working.
Automatic ice maker not working.
(some models)
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
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
breaker.
• The temperature control is turned to "O".
• Refrigerator may be in defrost cycle. Wait 20 minutes and check again.
• Set freezer control to a warmer setting until freezer temperature is
satisfactory. Allow 24 hours for the temperature to stabilize.
Set refrigerator control to a warmer setting. Allow 24 hours for
temperature to stabilize. Then check freezer temperatures and adjust
as needed.
• The cabinet is not level.
• Floor is weak.
• Interior needs to be cleaned.
• Foods that produce odors should be covered or wrapped.
• Replace light bulb.
• Ensure plug is tightly pushed into electrical outlet.
• Light switch may be stuck. Push in light switch,
refrigerator control box, to release.
located on the
• 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 16.
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