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TOP-MOUNT 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
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR SUPERPOSÉ
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Au Canada, pour assistance composez le 1-800-461-5681, pour installation ou service composez le 1-800-807-6777 ou visitez notre sit
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TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE DES MATIÈRES REFRIGERATOR SAFETY....................................................................2 SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR.................................................... 25 Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator....................................3 Mise au rebut de votre vieux réfrigérateur.................................25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................3 INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION..........................
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions: Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Use nonflammable cleaner. Do not remove ground prong. Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator. Do not use an adapter. Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator. Do not use an extension cord. Disconnect power before installing ice maker
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Clean Before Using Electrical Requirements After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in WARNING “Refrigerator Care.” Important information to know about glass shelves and covers: Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to Electrical Shock Hazard sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. For your protection, tempered
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6. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe Water Pressure clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄" drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp. A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do 120 psi (207 - 827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about you
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NOTE: Tighten the nut by hand. Then tighten it with a wrench ® two more turns. Do not overtighten. Remove Handle (Architect Series) Graphics are included later in this section. ® NOTE: These instructions are for the Architect Series doors with curved handle only. 1. Using a ¹⁄₈" Allen wrench, loosen the two set screws located underneath each handle. 2. Pull handle straight out from the door. Make sure you keep A B C D E F screws for reattaching handles. A. Refrigerator water tubing D. Coupli
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Standard Door Contour Door Graphics are included later in this section. Graphics are included later in this section. Door Stop Screw Door Hinge Hole Plug Round-Head Door Handle Door Hinge Handle Screw Screw Hole Plug Hole Plug Cabinet Door Handle Sealing Screw Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug 1. Remove ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head hinge screws from handle side and move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-1. 2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and Flat-Head Handle Screw Round-Head Handle Screw m
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Standard Door Removal & Door Swing Reversal (optional) Replacement 2 1-2 A A Base Grille A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs B A 3 A A 1-1 A. Door Hinge Hole Plug A 5 A. Bottom Hinge Hole Plug A. /16" Hex-Head Hinge Screws Top Hinge A A A. Flat-Head Handle Screws B B. Freezer Door Handle C 4 A A. Top Hinge Cover 5 /16 B. " Hex-Head Hinge Screws C. Top Hinge A. Door Handle Sealing Screws 7 Front View Side View 5 Center Hinge A A. Door Stop Screw A B B B. Door Stop A. Door Handle Seal Screw Front A.
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Contour Door Removal & Door Swing Reversal (optional) Replacement 1-1 1-2 Base Grille A A A. Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs A A. ⁵⁄₁₆" Hex-Head Hinge Screws A 2 A A. Bottom Hinge Hole Plug A. Door Hinge Hole Plug Top Hinge 3 Removal of Door Stops A A B B C A. Door Stop B. Door Stop Screw 4 Freezer Door A. Top Hinge Cover B. ⁵⁄₁₆" Hex-Head Hinge Screws C. Top Hinge Door Handle Reversal A B Center Hinge A. Door Handle Sealing Screws B. Door Handle Screw Hole Plugs 5 A Refrigerator Door A B B A. Doo
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® Series Architect Door Removal & Door Handle Removal Replacement Base Grille A A A A 1 A. /8" Set Screw A. Bottom Hinge Hole Plug Top Hinge A B C A. Top Hinge Cover 5 / B. " Hex-Head Hinge Screws 16 C. Top Hinge Center Hinge A B A. Center Hinge 5 / B. " Hex-Head Hinge Screws 16 Bottom Hinge A B A A A. Bottom Hinge 5 B. " Hex-Head Hinge Screws / 16 1 A. /8" Set Screw 10
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Adjust the Doors Prepare the Water System Please read before using the water system. Door Closing Immediately after installation, follow the steps below to make sure that the water system is properly cleaned. Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers – one on the right 1. Turn off the ice maker by opening the freezer door and lifting and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you up the wire shutoff arm as shown. want the doors to close easier, adjust the refrigera
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Water dripping on the defrost heater during a defrost cycle Mid-setting “3” may cause a sizzling sound. As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator. Contraction and expansion of the inside walls may cause a popping noise. You may hear air being forced over the condenser by the condenser fan. You may hear water running into the drain pan during the Mid-setting “4” defrost cycle. REFRIGERATOR FREEZER 4 4 REFRIGERATOR USE Ensu
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Non-Indicator Water Filter (on some models) Water Dispenser (on some models) If your refrigerator does not have the water filter status light, you should change the water filter every 6 to 9 months depending upon your usage. If the water flow to the water dispenser or ice WARNING maker decreases noticeably before 6 months have passed, replace the water filter more often. Water Filtration System NOTE: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequ
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Using the Dispenser Without the Water Filter Remember You can run the dispenser without a water filter. Your water will Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the not be filtered. first three batches of ice produced. 1. Remove the base grille water filter. The quality of your ice will be only as good as the quality of the water supplied to your ice maker. Avoid connecting the 2. Slide the cap off the end of the filter. ice maker to a softened water supply. Water soften
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Shelves and Shelf Frames Meat Drawer Cover To Remove and Replace a Shelf/Frame: To Remove and Replace the Meat Drawer Cover: 1. Remove the shelf/frame by tilting it up at the front and lifting it Style 1–Glass out of the shelf supports. 1. Remove the meat drawer. Tilt up the front of the cover and lift 2. Replace the shelf/frame by guiding the rear shelf hooks into at the back. Pull the cover straight out. the shelf supports. Tilt the front of the shelf up until rear shelf 2. Replace the cove
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Chilled Meat Drawer FREEZER FEATURES (on some models) Your model may have some or all of these features. Features that Slide the meat drawer temperature control forward to make the can be purchased separately as product accessories are labeled meat drawer less cold or backward to make the drawer more with the word “Accessory.” Not all accessories will fit all models. cold. If you are interested in purchasing one of the accessories, please call the toll-free number on the cover or in the “A
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5. Replace “fences” by aligning pins with socket in the floor, and pushing down until they snap into place. Can Racks and Door Bins (on some models) NOTE: Can racks may be purchased as an Accessory for some models. To Remove and Replace the Racks/Bins: 1. Remove the rack/bin by lifting it and pulling it straight out. 2. Replace the rack/bin by sliding it in above the desired support and pushing it down until it stops. DOOR FEATURES Your model may have some or all of these features. Features t
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REFRIGERATOR CARE Do not allow the Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish to come into contact with any plastic parts such as the trim pieces, Cleaning dispenser covers or door gaskets. If accidental contact does occur, clean plastic part with a sponge and mild detergent in WARNING warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. To order the cleaner, see the “Accessories” section. 5. There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal home operating environments. If the environment is parti
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Moving V acation and Moving Care When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow Vacations these steps to prepare it for the move. 1. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator On While You’re Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day Away: ahead of time. 1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items. Disconnect the water line from the back of the 2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker: refrigerat
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The refrigerator seems to make too much noise The water dispenser will not operate properly The sounds may be normal for your refrigerator. See Has the water system not filled? The water system needs “Normal Sounds.” to be filled the first time it is used. Use a sturdy container to depress the water dispenser until water begins to flow. Dispense and discard 2 to 3 gal. (8 to 12 L) of water. This will The ice maker is not producing ice or not enough ice take approximately 5 minutes and wi
