Troubleshooting - KitchenAid KFFS20EYBL02 User Instructions

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TROUBLESHOOTING
First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.
In the U.S.A., www.kitchenaid.com
In Canada, www.kitchenaid.ca
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.
The refrigerator will not
operate
Check electrical supply
Plug the power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not use an extension cord.
Make sure there is power to the outlet. Plug in a lamp to see if
the outlet is working.
Reset a tripped circuit breaker. Replace any blown fuses.
NOTE: If problems continue, contact an electrician.
Check controls
Make sure the controls are turned on. See "Using the
Controls."
New installation
Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool
completely.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to the coldest
setting will not cool either compartment
quicker.
The motor seems to run too
High efficiency compressor and fans
This is normal. Larger, more efficient refrigerators run longer.
much
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The room or outdoor temperature
is
It is normal for the refrigerator to work longer under these
hot
conditions.
For optimum performance, place the refrigerator
in an indoor, temperature controlled environment. See
"Location Requirements."
A large amount of warm food has been
Warm food will cause the refrigerator to run longer until the air
recently added
cools to the desired temperature.
The door(s) are opened too frequently
Warm air entering the refrigerator causes it to run more. Open
or for too long
the door less often.
The refrigerator door or freezer drawer
Make sure the refrigerator is level. See "Door Closing and
is ajar
Door Alignment." Keep food and containers from blocking the
door.
The refrigerator control is set too cold
Adjust the refrigerator control to a less cold setting until the
refrigerator temperature is as desired. See "Using the
Controls."
The door or drawer gasket is dirty,
Clean or change the gasket. Leaks in the door seal will cause
worn, or cracked
the refrigerator to run longer in order to maintain desired
temperatures.
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