KitchenAid Overlay Refrigerator User Manual

REFRIGERATOR

OVERLAY MODEL

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

MODÈLE OVERLAY

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 site web à...

www.KitchenAid.ca

Table of Contents/Table des matières.............................................................................2

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY .............................................................2

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator....................................3

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................3

Tools and Parts ............................................................................3

Custom Overlay Panel .................................................................3

Location Requirements................................................................4

Electrical Requirements ...............................................................5

Unpack the Refrigerator...............................................................5

Install Custom Overlay Panel.......................................................5

Door Closing.................................................................................9

Base Grille ....................................................................................9

REFRIGERATOR USE....................................................................9

Normal Sounds ............................................................................9

Using the Control .......................................................................10

REFRIGERATOR FEATURES ......................................................10

Split-level shelf ...........................................................................10

Lower Shelf.................................................................................10

Wire Storage Bin ........................................................................10

DOOR FEATURES........................................................................10

Can Rack....................................................................................10

Door Bin......................................................................................10

REFRIGERATOR CARE ...............................................................11

Cleaning......................................................................................11

Changing the Light Bulb ............................................................11

Vacation and Moving Care.........................................................11

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................12

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................13

In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................13

In Canada ...................................................................................13

Accessories................................................................................13

WARRANTY ..................................................................................14

SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ..............................................15

Mise au rebut de votre vieux réfrigérateur.................................15

EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION...................................................16

Outillage et pièces......................................................................16

Panneau décoratif personnalisé.................................................16

Emplacement d’installation........................................................17

Spécifications électriques ..........................................................18

Déballage du réfrigérateur..........................................................18

Installation du panneau décoratif personnalisé.........................18

Fermeture de la porte.................................................................22

Grille de la base..........................................................................22

UTILISATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR..........................................22

Sons normaux ............................................................................22

Utilisation de la commande........................................................23

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ...........................23

Tablette à deux niveaux .............................................................23

Tablette inférieure.......................................................................23

Compartiment de rangement métallique...................................23

CARACTÉRISTIQUES DE LA PORTE.........................................24

Porte-cannettes..........................................................................24

Balconnet de porte.....................................................................24

ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ............................................24

Nettoyage ...................................................................................24

Changement de l'ampoule d'éclairage......................................25

Précautions à prendre pour les

vacances et avant un déménagement.......................................25

DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................26

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................27

Aux États-Unis............................................................................27

Au Canada..................................................................................27

Accessoires ................................................................................27

GARANTIE.....................................................................................28

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

DANGER

WARNING

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.

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You instructions.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

■

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.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your refrigerator, follow these basic precautions:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

■

Remove doors from your old refrigerator.

■

Use nonflammable cleaner.

■

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

■

Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator

WARNING

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.” If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow these instructions to help prevent accidents.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

TOOLS NEEDED:

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

here.

■ Hand drill or electric drill

(properly grounded)

■ ⁷⁄₆₄" Drill bit

■ ⁵⁄₁₆" Drill bit

■ Chamfer bit

■ #16 Drill bit

■ #7 Drill bit

PARTS NEEDED:

Custom Overlay Door Panel—See “Overlay Panel Dimensions.” Hardware (Optional)

■ ⁷⁄₆₄" Allen wrench

■ Phillips screwdriver

■ Flat-blade screwdriver

■ Scissors

■ Masking tape

■ Tape measure

■ Petroleum jelly

Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:

■ Take off the doors.

■ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily

climb inside.

PARTS SUPPLIED:

■ 8 mm nylon insert (2)

■ Nylon spacer ³⁄₈" diam. x

.19 ID (8)

■ Cardboard spacer

■ Pivot plate (wood)

■ Pivot plate (top)

■ Pivot Bracket (top)

■ Pivot Post (2)

■ Bottom hinge

■ Top h ing e

■ #6 x ¹⁄₂" flat-head

screw (2)

■ #10 x ⁵⁄₈" round-head

screw (8)

■ #8—32 x ³⁄₈" hex sems

screw (2)

■ #8—32 x ¹⁄₂" flat-head

screw (6)

■ Door closer–top

■ Door closer–bottom

Custom Overlay Panel

If you plan to install a custom overlay panel, you will need to create the panel yourself or consult a qualified cabinetmaker or carpenter. See dimension drawings for panel specifications.

IMPORTANT:

■ The thickness of the wood overlay must be ³⁄₄" (1.91cm).

■ Overlay panel must not weigh more than 20 lbs. (9.07 kg).

■ Overlay panel weighing more than recommended may

cause damage to your refrigerator.

■ Before creating the custom overlay penal, determine the

direction you want the door to swing. Custom overlay panels are hinge specific. A panel that is created for a right-hinge door swing cannot be used for a left-hinge door swing. See "Overlay Panel-Rear View."

Overlay Panel—Rear View

Door Hinge Holes

Create the custom overlay door panel using the dimensions shown. The rear view of overlay panel shows right-hand hinge. Mirror the image for left-hand hinges. See “Pivot Plate Relief” for additional dimensions.

⁷⁄₈

(75.88 cm)

1. Using a #16 drill bit, drill an ¹¹⁄₁₆" (1.75 cm) deep hole into the

top of the overlay panel for the top hinge pin as shown.

Top View

¹³⁄₃₂"

(10.32 mm)

2. Drill a

(9.53 mm)

⁵⁄₁₆

" diam x

³⁄₈"

A. Top hinge-pin hole

¹⁄₄

" deep (7.94 mm x 6.35 mm) hole in the

bottom of the overlay panel for the bottom hinge as shown. NOTE: CHAMFER

¹⁄₃₂

" (.79 mm) x 45°.

Bottom View

³⁄₈

(9.53 mm)

³⁄₄

(60.33 cm)

A. Pivot plate location

Pivot Plate Relief

1. Route the top and back of the overlay panel to create the

pivot plate relief as shown.

2. Drill two screw holes in the back of the pivot plate relief as

shown.

Side View Back View

¹³⁄₃₂

¹⁄₈

(3.18 mm)

¹³⁄₁₆

(2.06 cm)

¹³⁄₁₆

(2.06 cm)

¹⁄₈

(3.18 mm)

¹⁄₈

(3.18 mm)

¹⁄₃₂

(0.79 mm)

³⁄₄

(1.91 cm)

¹⁷⁄₃₂

(3.89 cm)

(11.11 mm)

(10.32 mm)

⁷⁄₁₆

A. Bottom hinge-pin hole

Location Requirements

WARNING

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 a ¹/₄" (0.64 cm) space on each side and at the top. When installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave 2¹⁄₂" (6.35 cm) minimum clearance on each side to allow for the door to swing open.

⁵⁄₁₆

" diam. x

(7.94 mm x 1.25 cm)

¹⁄₂

" deep

NOTE: 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). For best performance, do not install the refrigerator behind a cabinet door or block the base grille.

¹⁄₄" (0.64 cm)

2¹⁄₂" (6.35 cm)

Electrical Requirements

Unpack the Refrigerator

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

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

Remove the Packaging

■ Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning

on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

■ 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.”

■ Properly dispose of packaging.

WARNING

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, unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

When Moving Your Refrigerator:

Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the floor. 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.

Clean Before Using

After you remove all of the package materials, clean the inside of your refrigerator before using it. See the cleaning instructions in “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 sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping. For your protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small, pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers are heavy. Use special care when removing them to avoid impact from dropping.

Install Custom Overlay Panel

IMPORTANT:

■ Create custom overlay panel according to the specifications

in the “Custom Overlay Panel” section.

■ KitchenAid is not responsible for the removal or addition of

decorative panels that would prevent the refrigerator from being serviced.

Remove the Door

2. Lift the sheet-metal panel up and out of the door frame as

shown.

1. Using a ⁷⁄₆₄"Allen wrench, remove the top hinge screw pin.

2. Tilt the door forward and lift it off the bottom hinge pin.

Remove the refrigerator door. Discard the top and bottom hinges.

Remove the Gasket

1. Place the refrigerator door on a soft clean working surface

with the door gasket facing upward.

2. Remove the door gasket. To keep the gasket from tearing,

gently pull it out of the door beginning in the middle and working toward the outside edges.

A. Door B. Gasket–outside edges C. Gasket–middle

Remove the Sheet-Metal Panel

1. Remove the two screws located on both sides of the top trim

piece. Remove the top trim piece. NOTE: Do not discard the two screws. Set aside for use

during “Assemble the Door.”

A. Sheet-metal panel B. Door frame

3. Set the sheet-metal panel aside for later use. See “Attach the

Overlay Panel to the Sheet-metal Panel.”

Attach the Pivot Plate

1. Tap the nylon inserts into the two holes drilled in the overlay

panel.

2. Using two #6 screws, attach the pivot plate to the top of the

overlay panel as shown.

A. Screws

A. Overlay panel B. 8mm nylon inserts

C. Pivot plate D. #6 x

⁵⁄₈

" flat-head screws

3. If required, attach optional cabinet handle to the overlay

panel. NOTE: If an optional cabinet handle is installed, be sure to

countersink the mounting screws.

Attach the Overlay Panel to the Sheet-metal Panel

1. Place the overlay panel face down on a soft, clean surface.

2. Secure the front of the sheet-metal panel to the back of the

overlay panel with masking tape.

B C D

4. Remove the tape from the overlay panel assembly.

5. Separate the overlay panel from the sheet-metal panel. Set

the overlay panel aside for later use.

6. Using a #7 drill bit, enlarge the seven holes in the sheet-metal

panel by drilling through the sheet-metal panel.

7. Place nylon spacers between the sheet-metal panel and

overlay panel.

8. Using eight #10 x ⁵⁄₈" round-head screws, attach the overlay

panel to the sheet-metal panel as shown.

⁵⁄₁₆"

(7.94 mm)

A. Side of overlay panel B. Back of overlay panel

C. Masking tape

D. Sheet-metal panel

E. Bottom of overlay panel

³⁄₈"

(9.53 mm)

3. Drill seven ⁵⁄₃₂" x ³⁄₈" (3.97mm x 9.53 mm) deep holes through

both panels as shown. IMPORTANT:

■ Do not drill deeper than ³⁄₈" (9.53 mm).

■ For the door to operate correctly, properly align the sheet-

metal panel and overlay panel.

A. Overlay panel B. Pivot plate

C. Nylon spacer

D. Sheet-metal panel E. #10 x

⁵⁄₈

" round-head screw

9. Remove the existing bottom pivot plate and discard. Install

the new bottom pivot plate. NOTE: When installing the bottom pivot plate, be sure that

the flush side is facing out and the three holes are toward the outside front of the door as shown.

27" ±

¹⁄₄

(68.58 cm ±

6.35 mm)

A. Door B. Existing bottom pivot plate C. Bottom pivot plate

⁵⁄₁₆

" ±

¹⁄₄

(36.35 cm ±

6.35 mm)

D. #8—32 x

Assemble the Door

³⁄₈

" Hex sems screw

1. Slide the overlay panel assembly into the door frame.

¹⁄₃₂

(2.54 cm ± .79 mm)

⁷⁄₈

(30.16 cm)

A. Drilled holes

1" ±

¹⁄₈

(2.54 cm ± 3.18 mm)

¹⁄₃₂

(2.54 cm ± .79 mm)

2. Slide the cardboard spacer between the overlay panel

assembly and the door frame. NOTE: The cardboard spacer provides a tighter fit between

the overlay panel assembly and the door frame.

3. Attach the top trim piece to the door frame using the two

screws set aside earlier.

■ Be sure to properly align the door closer–top bosses with

the holes in the hinge plate.

B C

A. Overlay panel assembly

B. Door frame

Reinstall the Gasket

1. Starting at the corners and working toward the center of each

side of the door, push the door gasket back into place.

2. Be sure the door gasket is fully installed on all four sides of

the door.

Install the Door

IMPORTANT: To ensure proper operation, the pivot posts must

be clean; and the closers must be clean and greased with petroleum jelly.

1. Use two #8—32 x ¹⁄₂" flat-head screws to attach the top hinge

to the refrigerator.

2. Insert the pivot post into the top hinge as shown.

A. Door frame B. Pivot plate C. Door closer–top D. Door closer–bottom

E. Pivot post

F. #8—32 x G. Bottom hinge H. Bosses

¹⁄₂

" flat-head screws

6. Position the door frame onto the door closer assembly on the

bottom hinge. Using a ⁷⁄₆₄" Allen wrench, tighten pivot post securely.

7. Position the door frame and install the pivot post on the top

hinge. Using a ⁷⁄₆₄" Allen wrench, secure the pivot post.

A. Top hinge B. Screws

3. Use three #8—32 x ¹⁄₂" flat-head screws to attach the bottom

hinge to the refrigerator.

4. Insert the pivot post into the bottom hinge.

5. Clean thoroughly and apply petroleum jelly to the mating

surfaces of the closers. Install the door closer–bottom and door closer–top.

IMPORTANT:

■ Be sure to properly align the door closer–bottom bosses

with the holes in the bottom hinge.

A. Pivot post B. Top hinge C. #8–32 x

¹⁄₂

" flat-head screws

D. Top pivot plate

E. Door frame

8. Adjust the door frame as needed for proper closure. See

“Door Closing.”

Door Closing

Base Grille

Door Closing

Your refrigerator has four leveling legs. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the door to close more easily, adjust the refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions below.

WARNING

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.

Remove the Base Grille:

1. Open the refrigerator door.

2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws attaching the

base grille to the refrigerator.

3. Pull the base grille toward you.

A. Screws

Replace the Base Grille:

1. Open the refrigerator door.

2. Position the base grille so that the holes are aligned with the

refrigerator and replace the screws.

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install refrigerator.

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

2. Move the refrigerator into its final location.

3. Turn the leveling legs to the right to lower the refrigerator or

turn the leveling legs to the left to raise it. It may take several turns of the leveling legs to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator.

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling legs. This makes it easier to adjust the leveling legs.

4. Open the door and check to make sure that it closes as easily

as you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both front leveling screws to the right. It may take several more turns, and you should turn both leveling legs the same amount.

REFRIGERATOR USE

Normal Sounds

Your new refrigerator may make sounds that your old one didn’t make. Because the sounds are new to you, you might be concerned about them. Most of the new sounds are normal. Hard surfaces, such as the flooring and surrounding structures, can make the sounds seem louder. The following describes the kinds of sounds and what may be making them.

■ Your refrigerator is designed to run more efficiently to keep

your food items at the desired temperatures and to minimize energy usage. The high efficiency compressor and fans may cause your refrigerator to run longer than your old one. You may also hear a pulsating or high-pitched sound from the compressor or fans adjusting to optimize performance.

■ Rattling noises may come from the flow of refrigerant or items

stored inside the refrigerator.

■ As each cycle ends, you may hear a gurgling sound due to

the refrigerant flowing in your refrigerator.

■ You may hear water running into the drain pan when the

refrigerator is defrosting.

■ You may hear clicking sounds when the refrigerator starts or

stops running.

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