Kenmore 253.70251 - User Manual

Derrick BoyerNov 5, 2025

What to do if my Kenmore 253.70251 Air Conditioner will not operate?

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Brianna YangNov 6, 2025
If your Kenmore Air Conditioner won't turn on, make sure the power cord is securely plugged into a working wall outlet with the correct voltage. Check if a fuse has blown or a circuit breaker has tripped and replace the fuse with a time delay type or reset the circuit breaker. Ensure the unit is turned on by pressing the ON/OFF button. Also, verify that the temperature setting isn't warmer than the room temperature; if it is, lower the setting. If you've recently turned the unit off and on, remember that there's a built-in delay to protect the compressor, so wait 3 minutes. Ensure that the timer hasn't turned the unit off. If the touch pad and remote are unresponsive, unplug the unit for 10 seconds to reset the controls. Finally, if the power cord has tripped, press the RESET button on the...

Summary

Air Conditioner Features

Electronic Control Panel

Overview of the air conditioner's electronic control panel and its functions.

Remote Control Operation

Details on how to operate the air conditioner using the remote control.

Filter Check and Reset

Instructions for checking and resetting the air filter indicator light for maintenance.

Remote Sensing Operation

How to activate and use the remote sensing feature to control the unit remotely.

Additional Things You Should Know

Fault Codes

Explains error codes displayed by the unit and troubleshooting steps.

Auto Re-Start Function

Describes how the unit automatically restarts after a power outage.

Fresh Air Vent Control

Explains how to control fresh air intake and exhaust for ventilation.

Care and Cleaning

Air Filter Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the air filter to maintain unit efficiency and airflow.

Cabinet Cleaning

Guidance on cleaning the exterior cabinet and front panel of the air conditioner.

Winter Storage

Instructions for properly storing the air conditioner during the winter months.

Troubleshooting Guide

Unit Will Not Operate

Common issues and solutions when the air conditioner fails to turn on.

Fuses or Circuit Breaker Tripped

Solutions for problems causing blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers.

Unit Turns On;Off By Itself

Explains why the unit might cycle on and off unexpectedly.

Unit Does Not Cool (Ice Behind Panel)

Troubleshooting steps when ice forms behind the front panel.

Unit Does Not Cool (No Ice)

Steps to diagnose and fix cooling issues without ice formation.

Unit Runs Too Much

Reasons why the air conditioner may run for extended periods.

Water Dripping (Inside Room)

Solutions for water leaks inside the room due to installation or other issues.

Water Dripping (Outside Room)

Normal water dripping outside during hot and humid operating conditions.

Remote Will Not Operate

Steps to resolve issues preventing the remote control from functioning.

Typical Air Conditioner Sounds

Explains common and normal operating sounds of the air conditioner unit.

Remote Sensing Deactivating Prematurely

How to fix issues with premature remote sensing deactivation.

Room Too Cold

Adjustments to make when the room becomes too cold for comfort.

Normal Sounds

High Pitched Whine

Explains the high-pitched whine that may occur from compressors.

Sound of Rushing Air

Describes the sound of air being moved by the fan at the front of the unit.

Gurgle;Hiss

Explains gurgling or hissing sounds from refrigerant passing through the evaporator.

Pinging or Swishing

Describes pinging or swishing sounds caused by water droplets hitting the condenser.

Vibration

Explains vibration noise that may occur due to poor wall or window construction.

Summary

Air Conditioner Features

Electronic Control Panel

Overview of the air conditioner's electronic control panel and its functions.

Remote Control Operation

Details on how to operate the air conditioner using the remote control.

Filter Check and Reset

Instructions for checking and resetting the air filter indicator light for maintenance.

Remote Sensing Operation

How to activate and use the remote sensing feature to control the unit remotely.

Additional Things You Should Know

Fault Codes

Explains error codes displayed by the unit and troubleshooting steps.

Auto Re-Start Function

Describes how the unit automatically restarts after a power outage.

Fresh Air Vent Control

Explains how to control fresh air intake and exhaust for ventilation.

Care and Cleaning

Air Filter Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the air filter to maintain unit efficiency and airflow.

Cabinet Cleaning

Guidance on cleaning the exterior cabinet and front panel of the air conditioner.

Winter Storage

Instructions for properly storing the air conditioner during the winter months.

Troubleshooting Guide

Unit Will Not Operate

Common issues and solutions when the air conditioner fails to turn on.

Fuses or Circuit Breaker Tripped

Solutions for problems causing blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers.

Unit Turns On;Off By Itself

Explains why the unit might cycle on and off unexpectedly.

Unit Does Not Cool (Ice Behind Panel)

Troubleshooting steps when ice forms behind the front panel.

Unit Does Not Cool (No Ice)

Steps to diagnose and fix cooling issues without ice formation.

Unit Runs Too Much

Reasons why the air conditioner may run for extended periods.

Water Dripping (Inside Room)

Solutions for water leaks inside the room due to installation or other issues.

Water Dripping (Outside Room)

Normal water dripping outside during hot and humid operating conditions.

Remote Will Not Operate

Steps to resolve issues preventing the remote control from functioning.

Typical Air Conditioner Sounds

Explains common and normal operating sounds of the air conditioner unit.

Remote Sensing Deactivating Prematurely

How to fix issues with premature remote sensing deactivation.

Room Too Cold

Adjustments to make when the room becomes too cold for comfort.

Normal Sounds

High Pitched Whine

Explains the high-pitched whine that may occur from compressors.

Sound of Rushing Air

Describes the sound of air being moved by the fan at the front of the unit.

Gurgle;Hiss

Explains gurgling or hissing sounds from refrigerant passing through the evaporator.

Pinging or Swishing

Describes pinging or swishing sounds caused by water droplets hitting the condenser.

Vibration

Explains vibration noise that may occur due to poor wall or window construction.

Brand	Kenmore
Model	253.70251
Category	Air Conditioner
Language	English

Brand

Kenmore

Model

253.70251

Kenmore 253.70251 - User Manual

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

Summary

Master Protection Agreements

Important Safety Instructions

Operation of Current Device

Air Conditioner Features

Electronic Control Panel

Remote Control Operation

Filter Check and Reset

Remote Sensing Operation

Additional Things You Should Know

Fault Codes

Auto Re-Start Function

Fresh Air Vent Control

Care and Cleaning

Air Filter Cleaning

Cabinet Cleaning

Winter Storage

Energy Saving Ideas

Troubleshooting Guide

Unit Will Not Operate

Fuses or Circuit Breaker Tripped

Unit Turns On;Off By Itself

Unit Does Not Cool (Ice Behind Panel)

Unit Does Not Cool (No Ice)

Unit Runs Too Much

Water Dripping (Inside Room)

Water Dripping (Outside Room)

Remote Will Not Operate

Typical Air Conditioner Sounds

Remote Sensing Deactivating Prematurely

Room Too Cold

Normal Sounds

High Pitched Whine

Sound of Rushing Air

Gurgle;Hiss

Pinging or Swishing

Vibration

Summary

Master Protection Agreements

Important Safety Instructions

Operation of Current Device

Air Conditioner Features

Electronic Control Panel

Remote Control Operation

Filter Check and Reset

Remote Sensing Operation

Additional Things You Should Know

Fault Codes

Auto Re-Start Function

Fresh Air Vent Control

Care and Cleaning

Air Filter Cleaning

Cabinet Cleaning

Winter Storage

Energy Saving Ideas

Troubleshooting Guide

Unit Will Not Operate

Fuses or Circuit Breaker Tripped

Unit Turns On;Off By Itself

Unit Does Not Cool (Ice Behind Panel)

Unit Does Not Cool (No Ice)

Unit Runs Too Much

Water Dripping (Inside Room)

Water Dripping (Outside Room)

Remote Will Not Operate

Typical Air Conditioner Sounds

Remote Sensing Deactivating Prematurely

Room Too Cold

Normal Sounds

High Pitched Whine

Sound of Rushing Air

Gurgle;Hiss

Pinging or Swishing

Vibration

Kenmore 253.70251 Specifications

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