Background

The Kenmore 253.87040*1 is a refrigerator model produced by White Consolidated Industries. It is a top freezer style refrigerator, with the unique characteristic of not having an ice-through-door feature. It is equipped with an automatic defrost system and an anti-sweat heater switch. The refrigerator has a fresh food volume of 10.6 cubic feet and a freezer volume of 3.4 cubic feet, making the total volume 14.0 cubic feet. The dimensions of the refrigerator are 63 inches in height, 28 inches in width and 27 inches in depth. Released in 1989, it consumes an annual energy of 829.0 kWh/year, which is less than the US Federal Standard of 876.0 kWh/year.

The Kenmore 253.87040*1 is accessed through a door system, separating the refrigeration and freezer sections. The larger fresh food compartment caters to the need for storing a larger quantity of perishable food items, while the smaller freezer compartment can be used for preserving food for a longer duration. The refrigerator's automatic defrost system ensures that there is no accumulation of frost, thereby maintaining the efficiency of the cooling system. In addition, the anti-sweat heater switch functions to prevent condensation on the outer surface of the refrigerator.

Technical Specifications

  • Manufacturer: White Consolidated Industries
  • Brand Name: Kenmore
  • Model Number: 253.87040*1
  • Refrigerator Style: Top Freezer w/o Ice thru-door
  • Defrost Type: Automatic
  • Type: Refrigerator
  • Refrigerator Access: Door
  • Anti-Sweat Heater Switch: Yes
  • Fresh Food Volume (cu ft): 10.6
  • Freezer Volume (cu ft): 3.4
  • Total Volume (cu ft): 14.0
  • Height (inches): 63
  • Width (inches): 28
  • Depth (inches): 27
  • Annual Energy Use (kWh/year): 829.0
  • US Federal Standard (kWh/year): 876.0
  • Date Added: 1989
  • Source: California Energy Commission