36", 42", 48" side-by-side built-in refrigerator ® For the way it’s made 2006136 Rev. A ® www.kitchenaid.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page A Note to You.................................................................... 2 Automatic ice maker .........................................................11 Refrigerator Safety ......................................................... 3 Solving common ice maker problems..................11 Proper disposal of your old refrigerator ....................... 3 Removing the ice maker storage bin....................12 Parts and Features...................................
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the word “DANGER” or “WARNING”. These words mean: DANGER You will be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow instructions.
PARTS AND FEATURES This section contains an illustration of your refrigerator. Use it to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for your convenience. Freezer control (p. 6) NOTE: This manual covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the parts and features listed below. Power on/off switch (behind upper ventilation panel) (p. 5) Upper ventilation panel (p. 5) Refrigerator control (p.
USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR To obtain the best possible results from your refrigerator, it is important that you operate it properly. This section tells WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. you how to set the controls, remove and adjust the features in your refrigerator, and how to save energy.
EXTENDFRESH™ Temperature Management System The ExtendFresh Temperature Management System controls the temperature in both the refrigerator compartment and the freezer compartment independently. The system helps extend the freshness of the food in your refrigerator by responding to temperature changes as small as 1°F.
Refrigerator features Utility compartment The utility compartment can be placed in any position on the refrigerator door. To remove: 1. Grasp both ends of compartment. 2. Lift compartment up and pull out. To replace: 1. Insert compartment hooks into ladder slots on both sides of refrigerator door. 2. Push compartment down to lock into place. Door bins Door bins hold two-liter bottles and can be placed in any position on the refrigerator door. To remove: 1. Grasp door bin. 2. Lift door bin up and pull out.
FreshChill™ Meat Locker The FreshChill Meat Locker is designed to provide colder storage temperatures than the average refrigerator temperature. The Meat Locker can be located in any set of ladder slots. For temperature-controlled use, however, the Meat Locker must be located in the second to last (bottom) set of ladder slots. The FreshChill Meat Locker can be removed for cleaning.
Humidity-controlled ClearVue™ crispers The humidity-controlled crispers are designed to keep fresh vegetables and fruits longer. The Crisper Controls are located on the front of the crispers. The controls adjust the humidity (moisture) in the drawers. Slide control to “HIGH” for lettuce, cabbage and other produce that have leaves. Slide control to “LOW” for apples, corn and other produce that have skins. The humidity-controlled crispers are interchangeable.
Covered Egg Container The covered egg container with carrier provides extra protection for storing eggs anywhere inside your refrigerator section. The ClearVue* container allows you to see how many eggs you have stored. Wine rack Insert the wine rack into position by sliding it between a refrigerator shelf and the wall of the refrigerator compartment. Freezer features Freezer shelves To remove: 1. Lift shelf up. 2. Pull shelf straight out. 3. Replace in reverse order.
Automatic ice maker To start ice maker: • For dispenser models only: Pull ice maker cover panel out from the bottom and slide it to the rear. • Push ice maker wire arm down to the “ON” position. The ice maker fills with water and begins forming ice. Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Ice maker should then produce 7 to 9 batches of ice in a 24-hour period under normal conditions. Discard the first three batches of ice. After ice is formed, ice cubes drop into storage bin.
Removing the ice maker storage bin Depending on the model, the ice maker storage bin holds the following amounts of ice: 36" - 8.5 pounds (3.9 kg) 42" - 13.5 pounds (6.1 kg) 48" - 17.6 pounds (8.0 kg) Remove and discard unused ice periodically to reduce the potential for off-taste or odor buildup in ice. The storage bin can be removed for cleaning or to dispense large amounts of ice at one time.
Ice and cold water dispensers (models KSSC36M, KSSC42M, KSSC48M) WARNING Cut Hazard Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice or water. Failure to do so can result in cuts. Ice dispenser Ice dispenses from ice maker storage bin in the freezer. When dispenser bar is pressed, a trap door opens in a chute between the dispenser and ice bin. Ice moves from the bin and falls through the chute. When dispenser bar is released, a buzzing sound may be heard for a few seconds.
Dispenser/ice maker operating tips PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Dispensers won’t work Freezer door open Close the freezer door. Ice dispenser won’t work Ice bin not properly installed Make sure ice bin is pushed in all the way. Wrong ice in bin Use only crescents from ice maker. Shake ice bin occasionally to keep cubes separated and to obtain increased storage capacity. Dispenser not used for extended periods of time, causing ice cubes to melt together Dump old ice and make a new supply.
Defrost pan The defrost pan is located behind the base grille, toward the left side of the refrigerator. To remove: 1. Press Power On/Off Switch to the “OFF” position. (See page 5 for instructions). 2. Remove base grille. 3. Find retaining clip (A) under refrigerator. 4. Push up on the clip and, at the same time, slide the pan forward and out. 5. Clean the pan. (See page 17 for instructions.) Defrost pan Retaining clip (A) To replace: 1. Position the edge of the defrost pan approximately 7 inches (17.
Understanding the sounds you may hear Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces like the floor, walls, and cabinets can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are. Due to new product designs, there may be sounds that you are not familiar with. The following chart describes the kinds of sounds that might be new to you and what may be making them.
CARING FOR YOUR REFRIGERATOR Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of dependable service. However, there are a few things you can do to help extend its product life. This section tells Cleaning your refrigerator The refrigerator and freezer compartments defrost automatically. However, clean both once a month to prevent odors from building up. Wipe up spills immediately. Before cleaning, disconnect the refrigerator from its power supply by pressing the Power On/Off Switch to the “OFF” position.
PART Condenser coils WHAT TO USE Vacuum cleaner with extended narrow attachment Base grille Vacuum cleaner with brush attachment Stainless steel A professional stainless steel cleaner. HOW TO CLEAN Remove upper ventilation panel to expose condenser coils. (See page 5.) Vacuum coils when dusty or dirty. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month. Replace upper ventilation panel. Vacuum base grille. Follow directions included with cleaner.
FOOD STORAGE GUIDE There is a correct way to package and store refrigerated or frozen food. Storing fresh food Wrap or store food in the refrigerator in airtight and moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This prevents food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator. For dated products, check code date to ensure freshness. Butter or margarine Keep opened butter in covered dish or closed compartment. When storing an extra supply, wrap in freezer packaging and freeze.
Storing frozen food The freezer section is designed for storing commercially frozen food and for freezing food at home. NOTE: For further information about preparing food for freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide or reliable cookbook. Packaging Successful freezing depends on the correct packaging. When you close and seal the package you must not allow air or moisture in or out. If you do, you could have food odor and taste transfer throughout the refrigerator, and also dry out frozen food.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE You can solve many common refrigerator problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve your problem without outside help. If the suggestions do not work, please call the KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center. Your refrigerator will not operate Check if ... Then ... The power supply cord is unplugged. Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.
Troubleshooting (cont.) The motor seems to run too much Check if ... Then ... The room temperature is hotter than normal. Expect the motor to run longer under warm conditions. At normal room temperatures, expect your motor to run about 40% to 80% of the time. Under warmer conditions, expect it to run even more of the time. A large amount of food has just been added to the refrigerator. Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator.
The ice maker is not producing ice Check if ... Then ... The freezer temperature is not cold enough to produce ice. See the “Setting controls” section. The ice maker arm is in the “OFF” (arm up) position. Lower arm to the “ON” (arm down) position. See the “Ice maker operation” section. The water line shutoff valve to the refrigerator is not turned on. Turn on the water valve. An ice cube is jammed in the ejector arm. Remove the ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil.
The divider between the two compartments is warm Check if ... Then ... The condenser coils or base grille are dirty or clogged. Clean according to the “Cleaning your refrigerator” section. The motor has quit working. See “Your refrigerator will not operate” earlier in this section. NOTE: The refrigerator temperature may turn from warm to hot. If not due to any of the above, the warmth is probably due to normal operation of the automatic exterior moisture control.
There is interior moisture build-up (cont.) Check if ... Then ... The food is not packaged correctly. Check that all food is securely wrapped. If necessary, repackage food according to the guidelines in the “Food Storage Guide” section. Wipe off damp food containers before placing in the refrigerator. The controls are not set correctly for the surrounding conditions. Refer to the “Setting temperature controls” section. A self-defrost cycle was completed.
REQUESTING ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE To avoid unnecessary service calls, please check the “Troubleshooting Guide” section. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. If you need assistance or service in U.S.A. Call the KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center toll-free at 1-800-235-0665. Our consultants are available to assist you.
REQUESTING ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE Before calling for assistance or service, please check the “Troubleshooting Guide” section. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. If you need assistance or service in Canada 1. If the problem is not due to one of the items listed in “Troubleshooting Guide”✝... Contact the dealer from whom you purchased your appliance, or call the KitchenAid Canada Consumer Assistance Centre toll-free, 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
® Built-In Refrigerator Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY: KITCHENAID WILL PAY FOR: KITCHENAID WILL NOT PAY FOR: ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY FROM DATE OF INSTALLATION Replacement parts and labor costs to correct defects in light bulbs. Service must be provided by a designated KitchenAid servicing outlet. TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY FROM DATE OF INSTALLATION Replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Service must be provided by a designated KitchenAid servicing outlet.
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