Factory Trim Kit - KitchenAid 2255706 Use And Care Manual

NOTES:
If your model has a base grille filter system, make sure the
base grille filter is properly installed and the cap is in the
horizontal position.
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or
of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before
or after the system.
2. Use a sturdy container to depress the water dispenser bar
until the water begins to flow. Flush the water system by
dispensing and discarding 2 to 3 gal. (8 to 12 L) of water.
Cleaning the system will take approximately 6 to 7 minutes
and will help clear air from the line. Additional flushing may be
required in some households.
NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out
of the dispenser.
3. Open the freezer door and turn on the ice maker. For Style 1
lower the wire shutoff arm. For Style 2 move the switch to the
ON (left) position. Please refer to the "Ice Maker and Storage
Bin" section for further instructions on the operation of your
ice maker.
Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice.
Discard the first three batches of ice produced.
Depending on your model, you may want to select the
maximum ice feature to increase the production of ice.

Factory Trim Kit

(on some models)
There may be an occasion when you will need to remove the
factory-installed trim kit, such as moving the refrigerator to a new
home or installing custom-made decorator panels. Please read
all instructions carefully before removing the trim kit and
decorator panels.
Freezer Door
2 1
2 1
1. Decorator Panels
2. Filler Panels
3. Handles
10
Refrigerator Door
3
1 2
Removing the Door Panels
NOTE: When removing and replacing decorator panels, only the
handle is removed. All other trim pieces remain attached to the
doors.
1. Remove the refrigerator and freezer handles:
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws that hold
each handle in place.
Lift off handle. Make sure you keep screws for reattaching
handles.
2. Remove the door panels:
Open refrigerator or freezer door.
Slide out decorator panel and filler board.
Repeat process for other panels and filler boards.
Store panel and filler boards carefully to prevent
scratching.
Replacing the Door Panels
1. Replace the refrigerator or freezer door panels:
Open refrigerator or freezer door.
Carefully slide the
place behind the side trim.
Push the filler board into place behind the decorator
panel.
Repeat process for other panels and filler boards.
2. Attach the handles:
NOTE: Freezer door handle is notched to fit around the dispenser
panel.
Align the top of the refrigerator or freezer handle flush
with the top trim. Fasten the handle to the refrigerator or
freezer door with the screws, using a Phillips screwdriver.
Repeat the process for the other handle.
Care of Decorator Panels
1. Clean panels with an anti-static cleaner (available in
electronics or computer departments) or mild soap and water
with a clean, soft, damp cloth.
2. Rinse panels thoroughly and blot dry using a dry, soft cloth or
chamois.
NOTE: Do not use paper towels or cleaners which contain
solvents such as ammonia. They can damage the surface of
the panels.
3. If small scratches should appear on the panels, they may be
filled using an automotive paste wax (NOT a cleaner/wax
combination). Apply wax sparingly and buff lightly with a
clean, soft cloth using a circular motion.
Installing Custom Wood Panels
If you plan to install custom wood decorator panels, you will need
to create the panels yourself or consult your cabinetmaker or
carpenter. See dimensional drawings for wood panel inserts.
Flat panels:
You can create a custom flat panel a maximum of
thick to replace your decorator panels. Flat wood panels less
than in. (6.35 mm) thick are not recommended.
Raised panels:
A raised panel design can be created by screwing or gluing wood
panels to in. (6.35 mm) backing or by using
stock with routed edges.
Weight requirements for raised panel inserts:
Refrigerator door panel should not exceed 25 lbs.
(9.98 kg).
Freezer door panels should not exceed 18 lbs. (6.80 kg)
combined weight.
in. (3.18 mm) decorator panel into
in. (6.35 mm)
in. (19.05 mm)