KitchenAid KSRL25FXWH00, KSRL25FXMT00, KSRL25FXMS00, KSRL25FXBL00, KSRJ25FXWH00 Owner’s Manual

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THANK YOU for purchasing this high-quality product. If you should experience a problem not covered in TROUBLESHOOTING, please visit our website at www.kitchenaid.com for additional information. Ifyou still need assistance, call us at 1-800-422-1230.

In Canada, visit our website at www.kitchenaid.ca or call us at 1-800-807-6777. You will need your model and serial number, located on the inside wall of the refrigerator compartment.

Para obtener acceso a "lnstrucciones para el usuario del refrigerador" en espa_ol, o para obtener informaci6n adicional acerca de su producto, visite: www.kitchenaid.com.

Necesitara su nQmero de modelo y de serie, ubicado en el interior del compartimiento del refrigerador.

Table of Contents / Table des mati res

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ..................................................................... 1

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................... 2

REFRIGERATOR USE ........................................................................... 5

REFRIGERATOR CARE ......................................................................... 8

TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................ 9

ACCESSORIES .................................................................................... 11

WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS .................................................... 12

PERFORMANCE DATA SHEETS ........................................................ 13

WARRANTY .......................................................................................... 17

SI_CURITI_ DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ..................................................... 19

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ................................................... 20

UTILISATION DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ................................................. 23

ENTRETIEN DU RI=FRIGI=RATEUR ................................................... 27

DI_PANNAGE ........................................................................................ 28

ACCESSOIRES .................................................................................... 30

FEUlLLES DE DONNI=ES SUR LA PERFORMANCE ........................ 31

GARANTIE ............................................................................................ 35

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

follow instructions.

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

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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.

• Do not remove ground prong.

• Do not use an adapter.

• Do not use an extension cord.

• Disconnect power before servicing.

• Replace all parts and panels before operating.

• Remove doors from your old refrigerator.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

• Use nonflammable cleaner.

• Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

• Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

• Disconnect power before installing ice maker (on ice maker kit ready models only).

• Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on some models).

• Do not hit the refrigerator glass doors (on some models).

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator

Suffocation Hazard

Remove doors from your old refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.

IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous

- even if they will sit for "just a few days." Ifyou are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help prevent accidents.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:

• Takeoffthe doors.

• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.

When Moving Your Refrigerator: Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for

cleaning or service, be sure to cover the floor with cardboard or hardboard to avoid floor damage. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or "walk" the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur.

Remove packaging materials. 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 "Refrigerator Safety."

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

sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small,

pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid dropping.

Explosion Hazard

Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from refrigerator.

Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for 1/2" (1.25 cm) of space on each side and at the top. Allow for 1" (2.54 cm) of space behind the refrigerator. If your refrigerator has

an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water line connections. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave a 2" (5.08 cm) minimum space on each side (depending on your model) to allow the doors to swing open.

2" {5.08era} m

NOTES:

It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or other heat source. Do not install in a

location where the temperature will fall below 55°F (13°C). Normal minimum cabinet cut-out width required for product

installation is 36" (91.44 cm). However, if the product is placed against an extended wall and the ability to remove the crisper

pans is desired, an additional 18" (45.72 cm) of cabinet width is required, so a total cabinet opening width of 54" (137.16 cm)is recommended.

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.

Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection.

Recommended Grounding Method

A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate

circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an

extension cord. NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or

removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you

are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to the desired setting. See "Using the

Controls."

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Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

TOOLS NEEDED:

• Flat-blade screwdriver • %" Nut driver

• 7A6"and 1/2"Open-end or two • %" Drill bit adjustable wrenches • Cordless drill

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a 1/4" (6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with

your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or 3A6" (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

IMPORTANT:

• All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

• Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing only in areas where the household temperatures will remain above freezing.

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A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the water

dispenser and ice maker. Ifyou have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out of a

reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 30 and 120 psi (207 and

827 kPa). If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your

cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa).

If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):

• Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.

• Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage.

If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may further reduce the water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system. Remove the water filter. See "Water Filtration System."

If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

6. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1/4"(6.35 mm)

drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws slowly and evenly so the washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten, or you may crush the copper tubing.

7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw the compression nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.

8. Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink, and turn ON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is clear. Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the copper tubing.

Connect to Refrigerator

Style 1

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not

overtighten.

3. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure the tubing to the refrigerator as shown. This will help avoid damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back against the wall.

4. Turn shutoff valve ON.

5. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

Read alldirectionsbeforeyou begin.

IMPORTANT: Ifyou turn the refrigerator on before the water line is connected, turn the ice maker OFF.

Connect to Water Line

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water.

3. Locate a 1/2"(1.27 cm) to 11/4"(3.18 cm) vertical cold water pipe near the refrigerator.

IMPORTAN1"."

• Make sure it is a cold water pipe.

• Horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the

pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill and normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure from the connection on the lower rear corner of refrigerator to

the water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use 1/4" (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

Using a cordless drill, drill a 1/4"(6.35 mm) hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.

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A. Tube clamp B. Tube clamp screw C. Copper tubing

The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If your

D. Compression nut

E. Valve inlet

water conditions require a second water strainer, install it in the 1/4"(6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.

Style 2

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove and discard the black nylon plug from the gray water tube on the rear of the refrigerator.

3. If the gray water tube supplied with the refrigerator is not long enough, a V4"x 1/4"(6.35 mm x 6.35 mm) coupling is needed in

order to connect the water tubing to an existing household water line. Thread the provided nut onto the coupling on the end of the copper tubing.

NOTE: Tighten the nut by hand. Then tighten it with a wrench two more turns. Do not overtighten.

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B.Pipe c_mp C. Copper _b_g D. Compression nut

E. Compression sleeve F Shutoff valve

G. Packing nut

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A. Refrigerator water tubing E. Ferrule (purchased)

B. Nut (provided) F Nut (purchased)

C. Bulb G. Household water fine D. Coupling (purchased)

4. Turn shutoff valve ON.

5. Check for leaks. Tighten any nuts or connections (including connections at the valve) that leak.

Style 3

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove and discard the cap from the gray water tube.

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A. Cap B. Inlet

Using a compression nut and sleeve, attach the copper tube to the water inlet.

Once secured, tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten.

Check the connection by pulling on the copper tubing. Turn on water supply to refrigerator. Check for leaks. Tighten any nuts

or connections that leak.

Complete the Installation

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.

1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

2. Flush the water system. See "Prepare the Water System" or "Water and Ice Dispensers."

NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Allow 3 days to completely fill ice container.

IMPC RTANT:

• Wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your

food may spoil. NOTE: Adjusting the set points to a higher (colder) than

recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster.

If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked before adjusting the controls.

The preset settings should be correct for normal household usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.

Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments. Recheck the temperatures before other adjustments are made.

The display screen on the dispenser control panel will turn off automatically and enter "sleep" mode when the control

buttons and dispenser levers have not been used for 2 minutes or more. While in "sleep" mode, the first press of a control button will only reactivate the display screen, without changing any settings. After reactivation, changes to any settings can then be made. If no changes are made within

2 minutes, the display will re-enter "sleep" mode.

Cooling On/Off

Your refrigerator and freezer will not cool when cooling is turned off.

• To turn cooling off, press and hold the LOCK and FILTER buttons at the same time for 3 seconds.

IMPORTANT: To avoid unintentionally locking the dispenser or changing other settings, be sure to press both buttons at

exactly the same time. When cooling is off, "REFRIGERATION COOLING IS OFF" will

appear on the display screen. Press and hold LOCK and FILTER for 3 seconds again to turn

cooling back on.

Adjusting the Controls

For your convenience, your refrigerator and freezer controls are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make

sure that the controls are still set to the "mid-settings." The factory recommended set points are 37°F (3°C) for the refrigerator and 0°F (-18°C) for the freezer.

Toview and adjust the set points, press and hold the TEMPERATURE button for 3 seconds. When adjust mode is

activated, adjusting information will appear on the display screen.

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The refrigerator and freezer control buttons are located on the dispenser panel.

NOTE: To view Celsius temperatures, press the LIGHT button when adjust mode is activated. To return the display setting to

Fahrenheit, press LIGHT again.

• When adjust mode is activated, the display screen shows the refrigerator set point and "REFRIGERATOR" appears.

• Press LOCK to raise the set point, or press MAX ICE to lower the set point.

Whenyouhavefinishedviewing(andadjustingifdesired)the refrigeratorsetpoint,pressTEMPERATUREtochangethe

displaytoshowthefreezersetpoint.Whenthezonehasbeen changed,"FREEZER"appearsonthedisplayscreen.

PressLOCKtoraisethesetpoint,orpressMAXICEtolower thesetpoint.

Whenyouhavefinishedviewing(andadjustingifdesired)both therefrigeratorandfreezersetpoints,pressFILTERtosave thesettings.

NOTE:Toexitwithoutsavingchanges,pressICEMODEat anytimewhileinadjustmode,orallowabout60secondsof

inactivityandadjustmodewillturnoffautomatically.

Whenadjustingtemperaturesetpoints,usethefollowingchartas aguide.

CONDITION: TEMPERATURE

ADJUSTMENT:

REFRIGERATOR too cold REFRIGERATOR Setting

1° higher

REFRIGERATOR too warm REFRIGERATOR Setting

1o lower

FREEZER too cold FREEZER Setting

1° higher

FREEZER too warm / FREEZER Setting Too little ice 1° lower

The set point range for the refrigerator is 33°F to 45°F (0°C to 7°C). The set point range for the freezer is -5°F to 5°F (-21°C to

-15°C).

Additional Features

Max Ice

The Max Ice feature assists with temporary periods of heavy ice use by increasing ice production over a 24-hour period.

IMPORTANT: This feature only works if the ice maker is turned on. See "Ice Maker and Storage Bin."

• Press MAX ICE to turn on the Max Ice feature. When the feature is on, the Max Ice icon will appear on the dispenser display screen. The Max Ice setting will remain on for 24 hours

unless manually turned off.

The control can be adjusted to properly chill meats or vegetables. The air inside the pan is cooled to avoid "spot" freezing and can be set to keep meats at the National Livestock and Meat Board

recommended storage temperatures of 28° to 32°F (-2 ° to 0°C). The convertible vegetable/meat drawer control comes preset at the lowest meat setting.

To store meat:

Set the control to one of the three MEAT settings to store meat at its optimal storage temperature.

To store vegetables:

Set the control to VEG to store vegetables at their optimal storage temperatures.

NOTE: If food starts to freeze, move the control to the left (less cold). Remember to wait 24 hours between adjustments.

You can control the amount of humidity in the moisture-sealed crisper. Adjust the control to any setting between LOW and HIGH.

LOW (open) for best storage of fruits and vegetables with skins. HIGH (closed) for best storage of fresh, leafy vegetables.

Cool air from the freezer is directed to the refrigerator door bin directly beneath the vents.

NOTE: The dairy compartment and can rack are not associated with the Chilled Door Bin feature.

Chilled Door Bin Control

The chilled door bin control is located on the left-hand side of the refrigerator compartment.

• To manually turn off the Max Ice feature, press MAX ICE again or adjust the freezer temperature set point. The Max Ice icon

will disappear when the feature is off.

NOTE: If increased ice production is desired at all times, change the freezer set point to a lower setting. Setting the freezer to a colder temperature may make some foods, such as ice cream,

harder. Door Ajar Alarm

The Door Ajar Alarm feature sounds an alarm when the refrigerator or freezer door is open for 5 minutes and the product cooling is

turned on. The alarm will repeat every 2 minutes. Close both doors to turn it off. The feature then resets and will reactivate

when either door is left open again for 5 minutes. NOTE: To mute the audible alarm while keeping the doors open,

such as while cleaning the inside of the refrigerator, press any button on the control panel. The alarm sound will be temporarily

turned off, but the Door Ajar icon will still be displayed on the dispenser control panel.

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A. Chilled door bin control

• Slide the door chill control to the left to reduce the flow of cold air to the bin and make it less cold.

• Slide the door chill control to the right to increase the flow of cold air to the bin and make it colder.

IMPORTANT: After connecting the refrigerator to a water source or replacing the water filter, flush the water system. Use a sturdy container to depress and hold the water dispenser lever for

5 seconds, then release it for 5 seconds. Repeat until water begins to flow. Once water begins to flow, continue depressing and releasing the dispenser lever (5 seconds on, 5 seconds off) until a total of 3 gal. (12 L) has been dispensed. This will flush air

from the filter and water dispensing system, and prepare the water filter for use. Additional flushing may be required in some households. As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.

NOTES:

• The dispensing system will not operate when the freezer door is open.

• Allow 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool down and chill water.

Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced.

The display screen on the dispenser control panel will turn off automatically and enter "sleep" mode when the control

2 minutes, the display will re-enter "sleep" mode.

The Water Dispenser

IMPORTANT: Dispense enough water every week to maintain a

fresh supply. To Dispense Water:

1. Press a sturdy glass against the water dispenser lever.

2. Remove the glass to stop dispensing.

The Ice Dispenser

Ice dispenses from the ice maker storage bin in the freezer when the dispenser lever is pressed. To turn off the ice maker, see "Ice

Maker and Storage Bin." Your ice maker can produce both crushed and cubed ice. Before

dispensing ice, select which type of ice you prefer by pressing the ICE MODE button.

The display screen indicates which type of ice is selected.

IMPORTANT: You do not need to apply a lot of pressure to the lever in order to activate the ice dispenser. Pressing hard will

not make the ice dispense faster or in greater quantities.

Remove the glass to stop dispensing. NOTE: Ice may continue to dispense for up to 10 seconds

after removing the glass from the lever. The dispenser may continue to make noise for a few seconds after dispensing.

The Dispenser Light

When you use the dispenser, the light will automatically turn on. If you want the light to be on continuously, you may choose either

ON or DIM. The display screen indicates which mode is selected.

ON DIM

ON: Press LIGHT to turn the dispenser light on. DIM: Press LIGHT a second time to select DIM mode. The

dispenser light will remain on, but at a lower intensity. OFF: Press LIGHT a third time to turn the dispenser light off.

The dispenser lights are LEDs that cannot be changed. If it appears that your dispenser lights are not working, see "Troubleshooting" for more information.

The Dispenser Lock

The dispenser can be turned off for easy cleaning or to avoid unintentional dispensing by small children and pets.

NOTE: The lock feature does not shut off power to the refrigerator, to the ice maker, or to the dispenser light. It simply deactivates the

controls and dispenser levers. To turn off the ice maker, see "Ice Maker and Storage Bin."

• Press and hold LOCK for 3 seconds to lock the dispenser.

• Press and hold LOCK a second time to unlock the dispenser. The display screen indicates when the dispenser is locked.

CRUSHED CUBED

For crushed ice, cubes are crushed before being dispensed. This may cause a slight delay when dispensing crushed ice. Noise

from the ice crusher is normal, and pieces of ice may vary in size. When changing from crushed to cubed, a few ounces of crushed ice will be dispensed along with the first cubes.

To Dispense Ice:

1. Make sure the desired type of ice is selected. To switch between cubed and crushed, press ICE MODE.

Cut Hazard

Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice. Failure to do so can result in cuts.

2. Press a sturdy glass against the ice dispenser lever. Hold the glass close to the dispenser opening so ice does not fall outside of the glass.

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Turning the Ice Maker On/Off

The On/Off switch is located on the top right-hand side of the freezer compartment.

• To turn on the ice maker, slide the control to the ON (left) position.

• To manually turn off the ice maker, slide the control to the OFF (right) position.

NOTE: Your ice maker has an automatic shutoff. The ice maker sensors will automatically stop ice production, but the control will

remain in the ON (left) position. REMEMBER:

• Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced.

Thequalityofyouricewillbeonlyasgoodasthequalityofthe watersuppliedtoyouricemaker.Avoidconnectingtheice

makertoasoftenedwatersupply.Watersoftenerchemicals (suchassalt)candamagepartsoftheicemakerandleadto poorqualityice.Ifasoftenedwatersupplycannotbeavoided, makesurethewatersoftenerisoperatingproperlyandiswell

maintained. Donotuseanythingsharptobreakuptheiceinthestorage

bin.Thiscancausedamagetotheicecontainerandthe dispensermechanism.

Donotstoreanythingontopoforintheicemakerorstorage bin.

Removing and Replacing Ice Storage Bin

Hold the base of the storage bin with both hands and press 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 left wall of the freezer stops the ice maker from producing ice if the door is open or

the storage bin is removed.

Replace the storage bin on the door and push down to make sure it is securely in place.

Changing the Water Filter

1. Press the eject button to release the filter from the base grille.

2. Pull the filter straight out.

3. Turn the cap counterclockwise to remove it from the filter. IMPORTANT: Do not discard the cap. It is part of your

refrigerator. Keep the cap to use with the replacement filter.

4. Align the ridge on the cap with the arrow on the new filter and turn the cap until it snaps into place.

NOTE: You can run the dispenser without a filter. Your water will not be filtered. Simply insert the cap all of the way into the

base grille and rotate the cap until it is firmly in place.

5. Remove the covers from the O-rings. Be sure the O-rings are still in place after the covers are removed.

6. Push the filter into the base grille. The eject button will pop back out when the filter is fully engaged.

7. Flush the water system. See "Water and Ice Dispensers."

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Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.

Water Filter Status Light (on some models)

The water filter status light will help you know when to change your water filter.

• When the dispenser control panel's water filter status display changes to "ORDER," this tells you that it is almost time to change the water filter cartridge.

• Replace the water filter cartridge when the water filter status display changes to "REPLACE."

If water flow to your water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably, change the filter sooner. The filter should be replaced at least every 6 months, depending on your water quality and

usage.

• After changing the water filter, reset the status light by pressing and holding the FILTER button for 3 seconds. When the system is reset, the "ORDER" and "REPLACE" icons will disappear from the display screen.

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. However, clean both sections about once a month to avoid

buildup of odors. Wipe up spills immediately. IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any

odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To avoid odor

transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.

To Clean Your Refrigerator: NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window

sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing

petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh

cleaning tools.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a

mild detergent in warm water.

3. Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.

Broken Glass Hazard

Do not hit refrigerator glass doors. Protect glass surface and edges during installation or

removal of doors. Failure to do so can result in serious eye injury or

minor cuts.

On some models, wash glass door panels with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.

NOTE: Do not hit the glass with pots, pans, furniture, toys, or other objects. Scratching, hitting, jarring or stressing the glass

may weaken its structure, causing an increased likelihood of breakage at a later date.

There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal home operating environments. If the environment is

particularly greasy or dusty, or there is significant pet traffic in the home, the condenser should be cleaned every 2 to 3 months to ensure maximum efficiency.

If you need to clean the condenser:

• Remove the base grille.

• Use a vacuum cleaner with asoft brush to clean the grille, the open areas behind the grille and the front surface area

of the condenser.

• Replace the base grille when finished.

Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

NOTE: Not all bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape and wattage. Replacement bulbs are available from your dealer.

• The dispenser lights are LEDs that cannot be changed.

• All other lights require a 40-watt bulb.

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Remove light shield when applicable. NOTE: To clean the light shield, wash it with warm water and

liquid detergent. Rinse and dry the shield well.

3. Remove light bulb and replace with one of the same size, shape and wattage.

4. Replace light shield when applicable.

5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

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

• Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace

The refrigerator will not operate the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues,

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.

• Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

• Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is working.

call an electrician. Are controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on.

See "Using the Controls." New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the

refrigerator to cool completely. NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting

will not cool either compartment more quickly.

The motor seems to run too much

Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its high-efficiency compressor and fans. The refrigerator may run even longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors are opened often, or if the doors have been left open.

The refrigerator is noisy

Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are listed some normal sounds with an explanation.

• Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice maker

• Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize performance

Rattling-flowofrefrigerant,waterline,orfromitemsplaced ontopoftherefrigerator

Sizzling/Gurgling-waterdrippingontheheaterduring defrostcycle

Popping-contraction/expansionofinsidewalls,especially duringinitialcool-down

Waterrunning-maybeheardwhenicemeltsduringthe defrostcycleandwaterrunsintothedrainpan

Creaking/Cracking-occursasiceisbeingejectedfromthe icemakermold.

The doors will not close completely

• Door blocked open? Move food packages away from door.

• Bin or shelf in the way? Push bin or shelf back in the correct position.

The doors are difficult to open

Temperature is too warm

• New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the refrigerator to cool completely.

• Door(s) opened often or left open? Allows warm air to enter refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep doors fully

closed. Large load of food added? Allow several hours for

refrigerator to return to normal temperature.

Controls set correctly for the surrounding conditions?

Adjust the controls a setting colder. Check temperature in 24 hours. See "Using the Controls."

There is interior moisture buildup

NOTE: Some moisture buildup is normal.

• Humid room? Contributes to moisture buildup.

• Door(s) opened often or left open? Allows humid air to enter refrigerator. Minimize door openings and keep doors fully

closed.

Explosion Hazard

Use nonflammable cleaner. Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

• Are the gaskets dirty or sticky? Clean gaskets with mild soap and warm water.

The lights do not work

Is a light bulb loose in the socket or burned out? See

"Changing the Light Bulbs." Is the dispenser light set to OFF? On some models, the

dispenser light will operate only when a dispenser lever/pad is pressed. If you want the dispenser light to stay on

continuously, set the dispenser light to ON, or (on some models) NIGHT LIGHT or AUTO or HALF or DIM. See "Water and Ice Dispensers."

Is the dispenser light set to NIGHT LIGHT or AUTO? On some models, if the dispenser is set to the NIGHT LIGHT or AUTO mode, be sure the dispenser light sensor is not blocked. See "Water and Ice Dispensers."

The ice maker is not producing ice or not enough ice

Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve turned on? Connect refrigerator to water

supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open. Kink in the water source line? A kink in the line can reduce

water flow. Straighten the water source line. Ice maker turned on? Make sure wire shutoff arm or switch

(depending on model) is in the ON position. New installation? Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation

for ice production to begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice production.

Large amount of ice recently removed? Allow 24 hours for ice maker to produce more ice.

Ice cube jammed in the ice maker ejector arm? Remove ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil.

Reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water supply? This can decrease water pressure.

See "Water Supply Requirements."

The ice cubes are hollow or small

NOTE: This is an indication of low water pressure.

• Water shutoff valve not fully open? Turn the water shutoff valve fully open.

• Kink in the water source line? A kink in the line can reduce water flow. Straighten the water source line.

• Reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water supply? This can decrease water pressure.

See "Water Supply Requirements."

• Questions remain regarding water pressure? Call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Off-taste, odor or gray color in the ice

• New plumbing connections? New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off-flavored ice.

Ice stored too long? Discard ice. Wash ice bin. Allow 24 hours for ice maker to make new ice.

Odor transfer from food? Use airtight, moisture-proof packaging to store food.

Are there minerals (such as sulfur) in the water? A water filter may need to be installed to remove the minerals.

Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator? Gray or dark discoloration in ice indicates that the water filtration

system needs additional flushing.

The ice dispenser will not operate properly

Freezer door closed completely? Close the door firmly. If it

does not close completely, see "The doors will not close completely."

Ice bin installed correctly? Be sure the ice bin is firmly in position.

New installation? Wait 24 hours after ice maker installation for ice production to begin. Wait 72 hours for full ice

production. Ice clogged in the ice storage bin or delivery chute?

Remove clogged ice, using a plastic utensil if necessary. Clean chute and bottom of storage bin using a warm moist

cloth, and dry both thoroughly. To avoid clogging and maintain a fresh supply of ice, empty the storage bin and clean both the bin and delivery chute every two weeks.

Has the wrong ice been added to the bin? Use only cubes produced by the current ice maker.

Has the ice melted around the auger (metal spiral) in the ice bin? Empty the ice container. Use warm water to melt the

ice if necessary.

• Has the dispenser arm been held in too long? Ice will stop dispensing when the arm is held in too long. Wait 3 minutes

for dispenser motor to reset before using again.

The water dispenser will not operate properly

Freezer door closed completely? Close the door firmly. If it

does not close completely, see "The doors will not close completely."

Refrigerator connected to a water supply and the supply shutoff valve turned on? Connect refrigerator to water

supply and turn water shutoff valve fully open. Is the water pressure at least 30 psi (207 kPa)? The water

pressure to the home determines the flow from the dispenser. See "Water Supply Requirements."

Kink in the home water source line? Straighten the water source line.

• New installation? Flush and fill the water system.

• Water filter installed on the refrigerator? The filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed.

• Is a reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to

your cold water supply? See "Water Supply Requirements."

Water is leaking from the dispenser

NOTE: One or two drops of water after dispensing is normal.

• Glass not being held under the dispenser long enough? Hold the glass under the dispenser for 2 to 3 seconds after

releasing the dispenser lever/pad. New installation? Flush the water system. See "Prepare the

Water System" or "Water and Ice Dispensers." Recently changed water filter? Flush the water system. See

"Prepare the Water System" or "Water and Ice Dispensers."

The dispenser water is not cool enough (on some models)

Cut Hazard

Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice. Failure to do so can result in cuts.

Is the ice dispenser stalling while dispensing "crushed" ice? Change the ice button from "crushed" to "cubed." If

cubed ice dispenses correctly, depress the button for "crushed" ice and begin dispensing again.

ACCESSORIES

To order replacement filters, call 1-800-442-9991 and ask for the part number listed below or contact your authorized KitchenAid dealer. In Canada, call 1-800-807-6777.

NOTE: Water from the dispenser is chilled to only 50°F (10°C).

• New installation? Allow 24 hours after installation for the water supply to cool completely.

Recently dispensed large amount of water? Allow 24 hours for water supply to cool completely.

Water not been recently dispensed? The first glass of water may not be cool. Discard the first glass of water.

Refrigerator connected to a cold water pipe? Make sure the refrigerator is connected to a cold water pipe. See "Water

Supply Requirements."

Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish:

Order Part #4396920 Standard Base Filter Cartridge:

Order Part #4396841 (T2RFWG2 and P2RFWG2)

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