Summary of the content on the page No. 1
SIDE BY SIDE BUILT-IN REFRIGERATOR
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance, parts accessories or service, call: 1-800-422-1230
In Canada, call for assistance 1-800-461-5681, for installation and service, call: 1-800-807-6777 or visit our website at...
www.kitchenaid.com or www.KitchenAid.ca
REFRIGERADORES EMPOTRADOS, CON
PUERTAS LATERALES
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Para consultas respecto a características, operación/desempeño, partes, accesorios o servicio, llame al:
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS REFRIGERATOR SAFETY.......................................................... 3 Freezer Shelf...............................................................................13 Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator....................................3 Freezer Basket............................................................................13 BEFORE USE..................................................................................4 DOOR FEATURES ............................
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are 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 potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
BEFORE USE REFRIGERATOR USE Removing packaging materials Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning WARNING on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry. Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator. For more information, see the “Refrigerator Safety” section. Cleaning b
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
IMPORTANT: To replace top grille: Be sure the power switch is set to the ON position after cleaning refrigerator or changing light bulbs. 1. Insert top grille hooks (located on the back of the top grille) into the slots on the side trim. 2. Pull grille down slightly to lock into place. 1 ® Architect Series To remove top grille: 1. Grasp both ends of louver panel. Push louver panel straight up, then pull straight out. Lay the panel on a soft surface. 2. Grasp both ends of the top grille. Push
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
IMPORTANT: Discard the first three batches of ice produced. Because air circulates between both sections, any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must Depending on your model, you may want to select the thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To prevent maximum ice feature to increase the production of ice. odor transfer from food, wrap or cover foods tightly. Normal Sounds Using the Controls Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
NOTE: The set point range for the freezer is -5°F to 6°F (-21°C to Holiday Mode -14°C). The set point range for the refrigerator is 34°F to 46°F (1°C to 8°C). The Holiday Mode feature is designed for the traveler who wishes CONDITION/REASON: TEMPERATURE to save additional energy or for those whose religious ADJUSTMENT: observances require turning off the lights and ice maker. By selecting this feature, the temperature set points remain ° REFRIGERATOR too cold REFRIGERATOR Control 1 un
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
Call Service REFRIGERATOR If the Call Service indicator light is flashing, call for service. See the “Assistance or Service” section for information on calling for FEATURES service. NOTE: To deactivate the audio alarm and indicator light, please Water and Ice Dispensers see the “Master Alarm Reset” section. (on some models) Door Open WARNING The Door Open indicator light will flash, an alarm will sound and the interior lights will turn off when a door has been open for longer than 10 min
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
To dispense ice: The Dispenser Light 1. Press button for the desired type of ice. 2. Press a sturdy glass against the ice dispenser lever. Hold the The dispenser area has a light. It can be turned on manually by glass close to the dispenser opening so ice does not fall pressing the ON button at the right-hand side of the control outside of the glass. panel. The red indicator above the ON button will appear. When you use the dispenser the lever will automatically turn the light on. LIGHT
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
Changing the Base Grille Filter Using the Dispenser Without the Water Filter 1. Locate the water filter cartridge cap in the front base grille. You can run the dispenser without a water filter cartridge. Your Rotate the cap counterclockwise to a vertical position and water will not be filtered. pull the cap and filter cartridge out through the base grille. 1. Remove the base grille water filter cartridge. NOTE: There will be water in the cartridge. Some spilling may 2. Slide the cartridge cap
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
the drawer with your other hand and slide the drawer out the rest of the way. Ingredient Care Center The control for the ingredient care center adjusts the storage temperature of the pan. Cold air flows into the pan through the air duct between the freezer and the refrigerator. Setting the controls allows more or less cold air through the air duct. To adjust the ingredient care center: 1. Choose a setting based on the item to be stored in the pan. 2. Push the button that corresponds to that
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
2. To manually turn the ice maker off, lift the wire shutoff arm to To remove and replace the ice storage bucket: the OFF (arm up) position and listen for the click to make sure 1. Hold the base of the storage bin with both hands and press the ice maker will not continue to operate. the release button to lift the storage bin up and out. NOTE: It is not necessary to turn the ice maker control to the OFF (right) position when removing the storage bin. The sensor cover (“flipper door”) on the
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
Avoid connecting the ice maker to a softened water supply. Water softener chemicals (such as salt) can damage parts of the ice maker and lead to poor quality ice. If a softened water DOOR FEATURES supply cannot be avoided, make sure the water softener is operating properly and is well maintained. It is normal for the ice cubes to be attached at the corners. Utility Compartment They will break apart easily. (on some models) For Style 1 ice maker, do not force the wire shutoff arm up or
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
6. Clean the condenser coils located behind the top grille ventilation panel regularly. Coils may need to be cleaned as often as every other month. This may help save energy. REFRIGERATOR CARE Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty. 7. Clean defrost pan using mild detergent in warm water. Dry Cleaning thoroughly. Remove the base grille by removing a screw at each end. Explosion Hazard Use nonflammable cleaner. Failure to do
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
5. Replace light shield when applicable as shown. 6. Press the power switch to the ON position. Vacation Care 7. Replace the top grille. See the “Power On/Off Switch” Your refrigerator is equipped with the Holiday Mode feature which section. is designed for the traveler who wishes to save additional energy. Dispenser Light (on some models) By selecting this feature, the temperature set points remain unchanged, the ice maker will be disabled and the interior lights Reach through the dispense
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
Is the freezer temperature cold enough to produce ice? The lights do not work Wait 24 hours after ice maker hookup for ice production. See the “Using the Controls” section. Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded Is the ice maker wire shutoff arm in the OFF (arm up) 3 prong outlet. position (on some models)? Lower the wire shutoff arm to Is a light bulb loose in the socket or burned out? See the the ON (arm down) position. See the “Ice Maker and Storage “Changing
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
Is the water shutoff valve not turned on or the water line The ice dispenser will not operate properly connected at the source? Make sure the water shutoff valve is turned on and the water source is connected to the Is the freezer door closed completely? Push the door firmly refrigerator. See the “Connect Water Line to Refrigerator” shut. If it will not shut all the way, see “The doors will not section in the Installation Instructions. close completely” later in this section. Is the w
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
Are the door(s) opened often? The refrigerator will warm when this occurs. Keep the refrigerator cool by getting all items out at one time, keeping food organized, and closing ASSISTANCE the door as soon as possible. Has a large amount of food just been added to the OR SERVICE refrigerator or freezer? Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. It can take several hours for the Before calling for assistance or service, please check refrigerator to return to the normal tem
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
In Canada WATER FILTER Call the KitchenAid Canada Customer Interaction Center toll free: 1-800-461-5681 Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (EST). CERTIFICATIONS Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (EST). Our consultants provide assistance with: Features and specifications on our full line of appliances. Referrals to local dealers. For service in Canada Call 1-800-807-6777. KitchenAid Canada designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after-wa
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
PRODUCT DATA SHEETS Base Grille Water Filtration System Model WF-LC400V/LC400V Capacity 400 Gallons (1514 Liters) Tested and certified by NSF International against ANSI/NSF Standard 42 for the reduction of Chlorine, Taste and Odor, Particulate Class I*; and against ANSI/NSF Standard 53 for the reduction of Lead, Mercury, Atrazine, Benzene, Toxaphene, p-dichlorobenzene, 2, 4-D, Cysts, Turbidity and Asbestos. This system has been tested according to ANSI/NSF 42/53 for the reduction of the sub
