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- Page 1 U s e & C a r e G u i d e Side by Side Refrigerator Table of Contents ... 2 Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien Réfrigérateur Côte à côte Table des matières ... 2 2194922...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents A Note to You ... Refrigerator Safety ... Important safety instructions ... Proper disposal of your old refrigerator ... Parts and Features ... Installing Your Refrigerator ... Unpacking your refrigerator ... Space requirements ... Electrical requirements ... - Page 3 Table of Contents (cont.) Caring for Your Refrigerator ... Cleaning your refrigerator ... Removing the base grille ... Vacation and moving care ... Power interruptions ... Removing the doors ... Food Storage Guide ... Storing fresh food ... Storing frozen food ...
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Page 4: A Note To You
A Note to You Thank you for buying a KITCHENAID* appliance. KitchenAid designs the best tools for the most important room in your house. To ensure that you enjoy many years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. -
Page 5: Refrigerator Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions: • Plug into grounded 3 prong outlet. • Do not remove ground prong. -
Page 6: Proper Disposal Of Your Old Refrigerator
Junked or abandoned refrigera- tors are still dangerous ... even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow the instructions below to help prevent accidents. BEFORE YOU THROW AWAY... -
Page 7: Parts And Features
Use this section to become more familiar with the parts and features. Page references are included for your convenience. NOTE: This manual covers several different models. The refrigerator you have purchased may have some or all of the items listed below. Leveling screws (behind base grille) (p. -
Page 8: Pièces Et Caractéristiques
† CLEARVUE* (p. 30) † Plateaux à glaçons Tableau de réglage Éclairage (p. 20) (p. 39) ExtendFresh Freezer Refrigerator Automatic Exterior Moisture Control Automatic Exterior Moisture Control Colder Colder Cold Réglage de température du bac convertible pour légumes/viandes FRESHCHILL* (paroi latérale) (p. -
Page 9: Installing Your Refrigerator
Instructions” in the “Refrigerator Safety” section. IMPORTANT: Do not remove any permanent instruction labels inside your refrigerator, or the Tech Sheet that is fastened to the base grille. Avant l ’ uti l i s ati o n du réfri g érateur Il est important de préparer votre réfrigérateur... -
Page 10: Space Requirements
Unpacking your refrigerator (cont.) Cleaning before use After you remove all of the packaging materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in the “Caring for Your Refrigerator” section for more information. Space requirements... -
Page 11: Electrical Requirements
Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection. -
Page 12: Leveling And Door Alignment
Leveling and door alignment If the refrigerator is not leveled during installation, the doors may not close or seal properly, causing cooling, frost, or moisture problems. It is very important for the refrigerator to be level in order to function properly. - Page 13 Open doors and check if they close automatically. If not, repeat steps 3 and 4. Using a level, check to see if the refrigerator is still level side-to-side. Readjust if necessary. Reinstall the base grille. Nivellement et alignement des portes (suite) Pour niveler le réfrigérateur, faire tourner la vis dans le...
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Page 14: Attaching The Optional Ice Maker To A Water Supply
Install ice maker tubing in areas where temperatures are above freezing. • If operating the refrigerator before installing the water connection, turn ice maker to the OFF position to prevent operation without water (see “Using the optional automatic ice maker” in the “Using Your Refrigerator”... - Page 15 20-120 psi. If a problem occurs, call your utility company or a licensed plumber. Installation is not warranted by refrigerator or ice maker manufacturer. Raccordement de la machine à glaçons...
- Page 16 This also keeps normal sedi- ment from collecting in the valve. Measure from connection on rear of refrigerator to water pipe. Add 7 feet (2.1 m) to allow for moving refrigerator for cleaning. This is the length of ⁄...
- Page 17 Attaching the optional ice maker to a water supply (cont.) Fasten shut-off valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be sure outlet end is solidly in the hole in the water pipe and that washer is under the pipe clamp.
- Page 18 (part number 4378411) between the shut-off valve and the refrigerator. After complete installation, plug in refrigerator or reconnect power supply and push it back into place. Check to make sure the refrigera- tor is level. (See “Leveling and door alignment”...
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Page 19: Using Your Refrigerator
Usi n g Your Refri g erator To obtain the best possible results from your refrigerator, it is important that you operate it properly. This section tells you how to set the controls, remove and adjust the features in your refrigerator, and how to save energy. -
Page 20: Setting The Controls
This system helps extend the freshness of the food in your refrigerator by responding to temperature changes as small as 1.5 F. Your refrigerator will also maintain consis- tent temperatures regardless of external temperature changes. -
Page 21: Control Panel
Turning the refrigerator off: You can turn the refrigerator off by sliding the Refrigerator Control to the OFF setting. Doing this will stop all cooling in both compartments, but will not disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical supply. -
Page 22: Changing The Control Settings
Changing the control settings If you need to adjust temperatures in the refrigerator or freezer, use the settings listed in the chart below as a guide. Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments. CONDITION/ REASON: REFRIGERATOR section too warm •... -
Page 23: Using The Optional Automatic Ice Maker
Using the optional automatic ice maker Before you turn the ice maker on, be sure that it is attached to a water supply. Instructions for the ice maker water supply hookup are in the “Attaching the optional ice maker to a water supply”... -
Page 24: Using The Water And Ice Dispensers
Le non-respect de cette instruction peut causer des coupures. Le réfrigérateur présente un distributeur d’eau et de glaçons le plus perfectionné de KitchenAid. Il vous permet de choisir soit de la glace soit en cubes soit concassée, à l’aide d’un bouton-pression. Une option de verrouillage est aussi offerte pour éviter une distribution accidentelle,... - Page 25 Using the water and ice dispensers (cont.) Your freezer dispenses both cubed and crushed ice. Before dispensing ice, select which type of ice you prefer. The button controls are designed for easy use and cleaning. For cubed ice, press the CUBE button until the red indicator appears in the window above the button.
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Page 26: The Water Dispenser
It holds approximately 1 ⁄ quarts (1.5 L). When the refrigerator is first hooked up, press the water dispenser bar with a glass or jar until you draw and discard 2 or 3 quarts (1.9 to 2.8 L). -
Page 27: The Dispenser Light
Using the water and ice dispensers (cont.) The dispenser light The dispenser area has a light. It can be turned on manually by pressing the “ON” button at the right hand side of the control panel. The red indicator above the button will appear. -
Page 28: Removing The Door Trim
Removing the door trim (inside freezer door) (on some models) The trim inside the freezer door may be easily removed for convenient cleaning. To remove the trim piece, first remove all items from the shelf. Then simply pull straight up on each end of the trim piece. -
Page 29: Removing The Slide 'N' Lock* Can Rack
Removing the SLIDE ‘N’ LOCK* can rack The can rack can hold 5 beverage cans in a convenient place, leaving more shelf space for larger items. To remove the rack, simply lift the rack up and pull it straight out. To replace the rack, position the back of the rack above the desired guide and push it back until it stops. -
Page 30: Using The Clearvue* Carousel
Using the CLEARVUE* carousel (on some models) The CLEARVUE Carousel is a rotat- ing circular drawer mounted to the underside of a SPILLCLEAN* shelf. The clear design allows you to see all the items in the drawer without opening it when you spin it 360 . NOTE: The CLEARVUE Carousel drawer can be lifted out of the car-... -
Page 31: Adjusting The Spillclean* Refrigerator Shelves
To replace a shelf, guide the rear shelf hooks into the slots of the shelf supports on the back liner of the refrigerator. Tilt the front of the shelf up until the rear hooks drop into the slots. Then lower the front of the shelf into position. -
Page 32: Removing The Convertible Vegetable/Meat Locker And Cover
To replace the cover: • Fit the back of the cover into the notch supports on the walls of the refrigerator and lower it into place. • Replace the meat locker and crisper. Ajustement des tablettes SPILLCLEAN* du réfrigérateur (suite) -
Page 33: Adjusting The Freshchill* Convertible Vegetable/ Meat Locker Temperature Control
Adjusting the FRESHCHILL* convertible vegetable/meat locker tempera- ture control The FRESHCHILL convertible vegetable/meat locker can be adjusted to properly chill meats or vegetables. Unlike most chilled meat locker systems, the FRESHCHILL Temperature Control cools the air inside the pan instead of chilling only the pan itself (which doesn’t cool the air inside the pan evenly). - Page 34 Adjusting the FRESHCHILL* convertible vegetable/meat locker temperature control (cont.) Adjusting the control The FRESHCHILL convertible control comes preset for you at the lowest meat setting. Move it to the mid- setting or “colder” as desired. To change a control setting, move the control to a higher or lower setting.
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Page 35: Removing The Crisper And Crisper Cover
To replace the cover: • Fit the back of the cover into the notch supports on the walls of the refrigerator and lower it into place. • Replace the crisper. Retrait du bac à légumes et du couvercle Le bac à... -
Page 36: Adjusting The Crisper Humidity Control
Adjusting the crisper humidity control (on some models) You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture sealed crispers. Adjust the control to any setting between LOW and HIGH. • LOW (open) lets moist air out of the crisper for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins. -
Page 37: Removing The Freezer Shelf
Removing the freezer shelf (number varies with model) The freezer shelf is removable for easy cleaning, or to create more open space in the freezer compartment for storage of large or bulk items. To remove the shelf, lift the shelf off of the supports and slide it out of the shelf support holes. - Page 38 Removing the ice maker storage bin (cont.) To remove the ice bin: Pull the covering panel out from the bottom and then slide it back toward the rear. Lift the signal arm so it clicks into the OFF (up) position. Ice can still be dispensed, but no more can be made.
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Page 39: Changing The Light Bulbs
Before you change any light bulb in your refrigerator, be sure to turn the Refrigerator Control to OFF and unplug the refrigerator. After you have replaced the bulb, plug the refrigerator in and reset the Refrig- erator Control to the desired setting. - Page 40 Pull the top of the light shield up over the bulb and snap it onto the side wall supports. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect refrigerator to power supply. NOTE: To remove light shield for cleaning, remove the crisper and the crisper cover.
- Page 41 Reach through the dispenser area to remove the bulb. Replace the bulb with a heavy- duty 10-watt bulb, which can be purchased from your KitchenAid dealer. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect refrigerator to power supply. Upper freezer light Ampoule supérieure...
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Page 42: Saving Energy
(Part number 4210463). • Open the door as few times as possible. • Don’t block the air vents in the freezer and refrigerator so that cold air cannot flow freely. Refer to the “Ensuring proper air circulation” section. •... -
Page 43: Understanding The Sounds You May Hear
• Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant or the water line. Items stored on top of the refrigerator can also make noises. • Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep your food items at the desired temperature. -
Page 44: 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 you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when going on vacation, moving, or during a power outage. -
Page 45: Entretien Du Réfrigérateur
Entreti e n du réfri g érateur Ce réfrigérateur a été construit pour offrir de nombreuses années de service fiable. L’utilisateur peut cependant prendre certaines mesures pour en augmenter la durée. Cette section décrit comment nettoyer le réfrigérateur, et ce qu’il faut faire avant une période de vacances, avant un déménagement, ou à... -
Page 46: Removing The Base Grille
You will need to remove the base grille to clean the defrost pan or the condenser coils or to level the front of the refrigerator. NOTE: Carefully avoid touching the condenser coils while cleaning. Surfaces may be hot. -
Page 47: Vacation And Moving Care
This stops odor and mold from building up. Moving When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time. -
Page 48: Power Interruptions
Tape the doors shut and the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet. When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the “Installing Your Refrigerator” section for preparation instructions. Also, if your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, remember to reconnect the water supply to the refrigerator. -
Page 49: Removing The Doors
Removing the doors wWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug the refrigerator before removing doors. Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock. NOTE: Before removing doors, open both doors and remove base grille (see the “Removing the base grille”... - Page 50 It may not be necessary to remove the bottom hinge to move refrigerator through a doorway. DO NOT REMOVE SCREW (A) [not on all models] Plug in refrigerator or reconnect refrigerator to power supply. Dépose des portes (suite) Charnière supérieure du côté gauche •...
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Page 51: Food Storage Guide
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. - Page 52 Leftovers Cover leftovers with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Plastic containers with tight lids can also be used. NOTE: Keep your refrigerator smelling fresh with an open box of baking soda. Conservation des aliments frais (suite) Légumes à feuilles Retirer l’emballage original et éliminer les taches jaunes ou décolorées.
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Page 53: Storing Frozen Food
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 through- out the refrigerator, and also dry out frozen food. Packaging recommendations: •... - Page 54 Storing frozen food (cont.) Freezing Your freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of food. Put no more unfrozen food into the freezer than will freeze within 24 hours (about 2 to 3 lbs of food per cubic foot [907-1,350 g per liter] of freezer space).
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Page 55: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooti n g Gui d e 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 Consumer Assistance Center. - Page 56 Expect the motor to run longer when this occurs. In order to conserve energy, try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy to find, and close the door as soon as the food is removed.
- Page 57 The freezer temperature is not cold enough to produce ice. The ice maker arm is in the “OFF” (up) position. The water line shut-off valve to the refrigerator is not turned on. An ice cube is jammed in the ejector arm.
- Page 58 Check to be sure the water shut-off valve is turned on and the water source is connected to the refrigerator. Refer to the “Attaching the optional ice maker to a water supply” section for directions.
- Page 59 Be aware that the refrigerator will warm when this occurs. In order to keep the refrigerator cool, try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy to find, and close the door as soon as the food is removed.
- Page 60 “Ensuring proper air circulation” for the location of air vents. To avoid humidity build-up, try to get everything you need out of the refrigerator at once, keep food organized so it is easy to find, and close the door as soon as the food is removed.
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Page 61: Guide De Dépannage
Gui d e de Dépannage Vous pouvez résoudre de nombreux problèmes communs des réfrigérateurs, ce qui vous économise le coût possible d’un appel de service. Essayer les suggestions ci-dessous pour voir si vous pouvez résoudre votre problème sans aide de l’extérieur. Si les suggestions ne fonctionnent pas, veuillez appeler le Centre d’aide aux consommateurs. - Page 62 Le plateau de dégivrage contient de l’eau Vérifier si ... Le réfrigérateur se dégivre. Le réfrigérateur est plus humide que normalement. L’eau dans le plateau de dégivrage déborde. Le moteur semble fonctionner excessivement Vérifier si ... La température ambiante est plus chaude que normalement.
- Page 63 Le réfrigérateur semble faire trop de bruit Vérifier si ... Certains sons et bruits sont communs pour les réfrigérateurs neufs. La machine à glaçons ne produit pas de glaçons Vérifier si ... La température du congélateur n’est pas assez froide pour produire des glaçons Le levier de la machine à...
- Page 64 Mauvais goût ou odeur des glaçons Vérifier si ... Les raccords de plomberie sont neufs et causent une décoloration et une mauvaise saveur des glaçons. Les glaçons ont été gardés trop longtemps. Les aliments dans le congélateur n’ont pas été bien emballés.
- Page 65 Le distributeur d’eau ne fonctionne pas bien Vérifier si ... La porte du réfrigérateur n’est pas complètement fermée. Le réservoir d’eau ne s’est pas rempli. Le robinet d’arrêt d’eau n’est pas ouvert ou la canalisation d’eau n’est pas reliée à la source. Le robinet d’arrêt d’eau est obstrué...
- Page 66 L’eau du distributeur n’est pas assez froide Vérifier si ... Le réfrigérateur vient d’être installé. Une grande quantité d’eau a récemment été retirée. Aucune eau n’a été récemment retirée. La cloison au centre entre les deux sections est tiède Vérifier si ... Le serpentin à...
- Page 67 Il existe une accumulation d’humidité à l’intérieur Vérifier si ... Les ouvertures d’aération dans le réfrigérateur sont bloquées. La porte est fréquemment ouverte. La pièce est humide. Les aliments ne sont pas correctement emballés. Les réglages ne sont pas correctement faits pour les conditions ambiantes.
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Page 68: Requesting Assistance Or Service
To locate factory authorized parts in your area, call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number or your nearest authorized service center. If the dealer, authorized servicer, and KitchenAid have failed to resolve your problem, you can contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Program (MACAP). - Page 69 Consumer Assistance Centre toll free, 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. (EST), at 1-800-461-5681. Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence. KitchenAid Canada Appliance Service – Consumer Services Direct service branches: BRITISH COLUMBIA ALBERTA ONTARIO (except 807 area code)
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Page 70: Demande D'assistance Ou De Service
QUÉBEC PROVINCES DE L’ATLANTIQUE 2. Si vous avez besoin de service Communiquer avec votre succursale ou établissement de service autorisé de KitchenAid Canada la plus proche † pour l’entretien de votre appareil. (Voir liste ci-dessous.) † Lorsque vous demandez de l’assistance ou un service, veuillez fournir une description détaillée... -
Page 71: Warranty
OF PRODUCT FROM DATE OF PURCHASE KITCHENAID AND KITCHENAID CANADA DO NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. -
Page 72: Garantie Du Refrigérateur
À COMPTER DE LA DATE D’ACHAT KITCHENAID ET KITCHENAID CANADA NE SERONT PAS RESPONSABLES POUR LES DOMMAGES FORTUITS OU INDIRECTS. Certains États ou certaines provinces ne permettent pas l’exclusion ou la limitation des dommages fortuits ou indirects de sorte que cette exclusion ou limitation peut ne pas s’appliquer dans votre cas. -
Page 73: Index
Attaching the optional ice maker to a water supply ... 14 Electrical requirements ... 11 Leveling and door alignment ... 12 Space requirements ... 10 Unpacking your refrigerator ... 9 LIGHT BULBS Changing ... 39 PARTS AND FEATURES ... 7 POWER INTERRUPTIONS ... - Page 74 Index (cont.) TOPIC REFRIGERATOR SECTION Can rack ... 29 Carousel ... 30 Crisper ... 35 Crisper humidity control ... 36 Door bins ... 28 Door trim ... 28 Meat locker ... 32-34 Shelves ... 31 Snap-on door trim ... 29 Utility compartment ...
- Page 75 Notes...
- Page 76 Notes 2194922 CARD NO. 2195265 11/96 Registered trademark/Trademark of KitchenAid, U.S.A., © 1996 KitchenAid, U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A. KitchenAid Canada, Licensee in Canada. Imprimé aux É.-U. Marque déposée de KitchenAid, U.S.A., KitchenAid Canada de licence au Canada.
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