Kenmore 2871 Support Question
Kenmore 2871 Support Question
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Question posted by cuppj on December 16th, 2012
Unit Won't Power Up And Start Cooling
picked up the unit yesterday, placed it and let it sit overnight. Plugged in the unit to a verified power outlet, digital display came up but no condenser activity - even after 6 hours.
What is the problem?
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Use and Care Guide - Page 2
...sit for "just a few days".
CHILD SAFETY
• Destroy carton, plastic bags, and any exterior wrapping material immediately after the freezer is a very dangerous attraction to secure the shelves during shipping.
If your freezer only as instructed in this or any appliance that may not easily climb inside the freezer (upright...8226; Leave shelves in place so children may occur. ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 3
...plugged directly into an outlet controlled by a wall switch or pull cord. DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR ADAPTER PLUG...power company for testing.
• To prevent the freezer from unauthorized modifications made to this product.
4. Always grip the plug ....
Disclaimer of the appiiance is used in the United States and Canada. Implied warranties, including warranties of purchase...
Use and Care Guide - Page 4
...phone support from time to power fluctuations. [] $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that it takes for any covered
refrigerator or freezer. [] Rental reimbursement if...[] Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as often as a "talking owner's manual". [] Power surge protection against electrical damage due to time. Purchase your new product. Once you purchase the...
Use and Care Guide - Page 5
... Leveling --
iNSTALLATiON
• Choose a place that the door closes easily when left from front-to
close or seal properly, causing cooling, frost, or moisture problems.
To Level Upright Models: After discarding crating screws and wood base, use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
• For the most efficient operation, the freezer should be removed with...
Use and Care Guide - Page 6
... is adjustable to wrap foods properly, and wipe containers dry before placing in the freezer after the first few hours of temperatures for 4 hours. The freezer will run longer. for the freezer to be removed:
1. Distribute packages to cool down on frost build-up inside the freezer on upright models, and on the left exterior wall on chest models...
Use and Care Guide - Page 7
...time to defrost and clean the freezer
when the blue defrost button is initially plugged in, the red "Hi TEMP"...Upright Models Figure 3
NOTE: Your freezer may have some models), located at the bottom of the lock after it has been turned. When the freezer...appear on until the freezer temperature is secure. The indicator light will sound
every hour until the freezer temperature is opened....
Use and Care Guide - Page 8
...To reach other packages in a clockwise direction until it swings into place.
ADJUSTABLE INTERIOR SHELVES
(SOME UPRIGHT MODELS)
Multi-position adjustable interior shelves can be removed and discarded. ... until it is located inside on the freezer door and provides additional storage space. To change the location of the freezer to maintain a higher temperature than the ...
Use and Care Guide - Page 9
... to two pizzas.
Use the peel-n-stick labels found in the bottom of Chest Divider Configurations:
PIZZA SHELF (SOME UPRIGHT MODELS) Here is the place to store up to make your chest freezer. Labels can be peeled off when no longer needed and replaced by one of the pre-printed labels then use...
Use and Care Guide - Page 10
... remove the two screws from power source when defrosting unit. Replace the drain plugs when defrosting and cleaning are completed. Figure 4
To Defrost Models without Defrost Drain: Place towels or newspapers on models with hot water and place them on
any electrical parts. To access external drain tube on the freezer bottom to
cold metal surfaces...
Use and Care Guide - Page 11
... stopped operating, see Freezer Does Not Run in an upright position to prevent damage. Look in the Yellow Pages under Dry Ice, Dairies, or Ice Cream Manufacturers for at least 24 hours if the freezer is off for several hours, follow these guidelines to prevent damage:
• Disconnect the power cord plug from the wall outlet.
If necessary...
Use and Care Guide - Page 12
... several hours for the freezer to cool down completely.
,, Warm food will cause freezer to run more stable temperatures. Interior Freezer temperature is
tOO warm.
,, Freezer is plugged into outlet.
,, Check/replace fuse with a 15 amp time-delay fuse.
e Clean or change gasket.
Leaks in the door seal will cause freezer to run . o See "DOOR PROBLEMS" Section. Freezer external...
Use and Care Guide - Page 13
..., or
is opened too frequently.
,, This is circulating throughout the system.
ODOR IN FREEZER
Odors in freezer DOOR PROBLEMS Door will level off or disappear as in 1: Cbalekainngsitonhdteear.fico°rovdewrtiitghhtslyp.°nge' warm water' and
, Freezer is normal.
,, Level the unit.
Freezer rocks on the floor when it
is moved
slightly. Floor is reaching the...
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