KitchenAid KSSS36M User's Manual
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1. the water supply to the Ice maker anclemP y Equure to follow the above precaution could result in the children becoming Long vacations injured or trapped If you wili be away for a month or more 1 Remove ail food from the refrigerator When you retum press the power on off switch to the ON position to restart the 2 Ltt ia la a pa maker refrigerator and tum the Freezer Control to a atur trois 3 When the last load of ice drops tum ice desired soting Gee Temperaiure con maker off by lifting the signal arm to the OR Paga e OFF position Moving 4 Tum the Freezer Control to the Off setting if the refrigerator must be moved contact 5 Press the power on off switch to the OFF the dealer from whom you purchased the position unit or your local KitchenAid authorized 6 Clean the refrigerator completely Rinse it servicer well and dry if thoroughly 7 Tape rubber or wood blocks fo the tops of both doors keeping them open far enough for air to get in This will keep odor and mold from bullding up 21 Food Storage Guide In This Section Storing fresh food This section gives you helpful information on how to store all types of food and for how long For more information see a rellable cookbook or a freezer guide Storing fresh food Vegetables Leafy Remove store wrapping Tear off bruised and discolored areas Wash in cool water drain Piace in plastic bag or container and store in crisper With2. lft compartment up and pull out To replace 1 Insert compartment hooks into ladder slots on both sides of refrigerator door 2 Push compartment down to lock into place USING THE REFRIGERATOR Adjustable door bins Door bins can hold two liter bottles and can be placed in any position on the refrigerator door To remove 1 Grasp door bin 2 Lift door bin up and pull out To replace 1 Insert door bin hooks into ladder slots on both sides of refrigerator door 2 Push door bin down to lock into place Adjustable refrigerator shelves The shelves can be adjusted to match the way you use your refrigerator To remove 1 Tit front of shelf up 2 Lift shelf up at back 3 Pull shelf straight out IMPORTANT Glass sheives are heavy Handle with care To replace 1 Guide the rear shelf hooks into the ladder slots on back wall of refrigerator cabinet 2 Tit shelf up until hooks drop Into slots 3 Lower front of shelf to a level position 4 Check the stability of the shelf to be sure the hooks have been property inserted Wine egg rack The wine egg rack is shaped to hold either a i bottle of wine or a carton of eggs securely The wine egg rack can be placed over the edge of any shelf WinterChill meat locker The WinterChill Meat Locker is designed to provide colder storage temperatures than the average refrigerator temperature The Meat Locker can be located In any set of l
3. is first hooked up press the water dispenser bar with a glass or Jar until you have drawn and discarded 2 3 quarts 1 9 to 2 9 L of water This will remove the air in the system and rinse the tank and pipes if the dispenser is not used regularly dispense enough water every week to freshen the supply Allow 2 3 hours for the new supply of water to chill 14 USING THE REFRIGERATOR IMPORTANT The small tray under the dispenser is designed to evaporate smali spilis There is no drain in this tray Do not pour water into it or leave large amounts of ice to molt in it To dispense water 1 Press a sturdy glass against the water dispenser bar 2 Remove the glass to stop dispensing The dispenser light The dispenser light automatically tums on when you press either of the dispenser bars It will stay on as long as the arm is pressed The light can be turned on and used as a night light by pressing the button located behind the dispenser panel in the upper left comer To tum off the fight press the button again Dispenser ice maker operating tips SOLUTION Dispensers won t work e Freezer door open e Close the freezer door e Frozen water line e Tum the WinterChil Meat Locker Temperature Control toward cold ice dispenser won t e Ice bin not properly installed e Make sure ice bin is pushed in work all the way e Wrong ice in bin o Use only crescents from ice maker Shake ice bin occasionally to keep cubes s
4. may have an off taste Dump this ice and make a new supply USING THE REFRIGERATOR Defrost pan AWARNING Personal Injury And Floor Damage Hazard e Refrigeration system tubes are located above the defrost pan and can become hot Remove and reinstall the defrost pan carefully e Replace defrost pan in the proper position after cleaning so water does not collect on the floor Fallure to follow the above precautions could result in personal injury or floor damage The defrost pan is cated behind the base grille toward the left side of the refrigerator To remove 1 Press power on off switch to the OFF position See page 6 for Instructions 2 Remove base grille 3 Locate retaining clip A under refrigerator 4 Push up on the clip and at the same time slide the pan forward and out 5 Clean the pan See page 20 for instructions To replace 1 Position the edge of the defrost pan approximately 7 inches 17 8 cm from the left side of the refrigerator 2 Lift defrost pan into side guides and push back until you hear the click or snap of the retaining clip moving into place 3 Replace the base grille 4 Press power on off switch to the ON position 7 USING THE REFRIGERATOR Changing the light bulbs AWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Before removing a light bulb press the power on off switch to the OFF position fo disconnect the refrigerator from the power su
5. produce Ice Also the first few batches of ice from the ice maker may have an off taste This Is from the new plumbing and parts Please throw this ice away and allow the Ice maker to make a new supply 12 USING THE REFRIGERATOR Ice maker storage bin For dispenser models Depending on the model the ice maker storage bin holds the following amounts of ice KSSS36D 8 5 pounds 3 8 kg KSSS42D 13 5 pounds 6 1 kg KSSS48D 17 6 pounds 8 0 kg For non dispenser models The ice maker storage bin holds up to 6 5 pounds 2 9 kg of Ice For all models Remove unused ice periodically to reduce the potential for off taste or odor build up in ice The storage bin can be removed for cleaning or to dispense large amounts of Ice at one time To remove 1 For dispenser models only Pull the ice maker covering panel out from the bottom and slide it to the rear 2 Lift the ice maker signal arm unti you feel it click Into the OFF position models only While the ice For dispenser maker is OFF no more ice can be pro duced but ice can still be dispensed when the freezer door is closed 3 Lift the front of the storage bin then pul It out 4 Empty the storage bin Use hot or warm water to melt ice if necessary Never use anything sharp to break up ice in the storage bin This can damage the storage bin and the dispenser mechanism To replace 1 Make sure storage bin is pushed in a
6. service In Canada on page 25 KitchenAid KitchenAid Canada St Joseph Michigan U S A 49085 Mississauga Ontario LSN 3A7 Printed on recycled paper Registered Trademark of KitchenAid KitchenAid Canada Licensee in Canada TM Trademark of KitchenAid KitchenAid Canada Licensee in Canada 1992 KitchenAid Printed in U S A
7. tubing for a few minutes Warm alr from upper You may feel air blowing from behind the upper ventilation panel base grille ventilation panel and base grille when the refrigerator is running This is normal 19 Caring For The Refrigerator In This Section Cleaning the refrigerator Your new refrigerator is designed to give you many years of dependable service However there are a few things you are expected to do to maintain your refrigerator properly This section will tell you how to clean your refrigerator and how to care for It when you are going on vacation or moving Cleaning the refrigerator The refrigerator and freezer compartments defrost automatically However both should AWARNING be cleaned once a month to help prevent odors from building up Spills should be wiped Personal Injury Hazard up Immediately Refrigeration system tubes are located Before cleaning disconnect the above the defrost pan and can become refrigerator from its power supply by pressing hot Remove and reinstall the defrost pan the power on off switch to the OFF position carefully Then take out all removabie parts and clean the refrigerator according to the directions rans oud TOUNIN POONA given below Be sure to press the power on off switch to the ON postion when you are finished cleaning WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN e Clean as you would your kitchen cabinets e Vacuum cleaner e Remove upper ventilation panel to wit
8. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE If You Need Assistance Or Service if you ever have questions or comments about your appliance you can call our toll free Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 422 1230 24 hours a day in the U S This section is designed to help you save the cost of a service call First we outline possible problems their causes and their solutions However you may still need assistance or service When calling our Consumer Assistance Center U S only or your authorized servicer in Canada for help or when calling for service you will need to provide a complete description of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase or Installation date See page 2 This Information Is needed to respond to your request properly Before calling for service If your appliance should fall to operate review the following list before calling your dealer You could save the cost of a service call CHECK IF The refrigerator The power on off switch is Press the power on off switch to the ON will not operate in the OFF position position A household fuse isblown Replace the fuse or reset the circuit or chcult breaker is tripped breaker The Freezer Control is set to Set the Freezer Control to a setting other OFF than OFF The refrigerator New features on your refrigerator make makes unfamiliar new sounds See Sounds you may hear sounds on page 19 for more information
9. KitchenAid FOR THE WAY IT S MADE a ou re oy od n ki oo as et s coe we of KitchenAid Built In Refrigerators Models KSSS36D KSSS36M KSSS42D KSSS42M KSSS48D KSSS48M A Nole To You csccsssssseeee 2 lmportant Safety instructions Caring For The 20 24 26 f You Need Assistance in The U S Call Us With Questions Or Comments 1 800 422 1230 Use and Care Guide Part No 2001362 11 92 Waaa A Note To You Thank you for buying a KitchenAid home appliance You have purchased a quality world class home appliance Years of engineering experience have gone Into its manufacturing To ensure that you will enjoy many years of trouble free operation we have developed this Use and Care Guide It is full of valuable Information on how to operate and maintain your home appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your home appliance Your safety is important to us This guide contains safety symbols and statements Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any Instructions given Here is a brief explanation of the use of each symbol AWARNING CAUTION This symbol will help alert you to such This symbol wil help you avoid actions which dangers as personal Injury bums fire and could cause product damage scratches electrical shock dents etc and damage to you
10. St Joseph MI 49085 0558 Please Include a daytime phone number In your coresponderce 2 if you need service e Call your dealer or the repair service he recommends e All service should be handled locally by the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an authorized KitchenAid servicer e If you are unable to obtain the name of a local authorized KitchenAld servicer call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number see Step 1 3 If you are not satisfied with the action taken e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP Is a group of consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry e Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer and KitchenAid have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn Inform us of your action For service in Canada 1 If the problem is not due to one of the items on page 24 and you need service e Call your dealer or the repair service he recommends e In the event you are unable to obtain the name of a local authorized KitchenAid service outlet look in the yellow pages of all metro area telephone directories under Dishwashing Machines for authorized KitchenAid servicing outlets e All service should be handled locally by the dealer from whom you purchased the refrigerator or by an authorized Kit
11. The lights are not The power on off switchis Press the power on off switch to the ON working in the OFF position position A household fuse isblown Replace the fuse or reset the circuit or circuit breaker is tripped breaker A bulb is bumed out See Changing the light bulbs on page 18 for instructions Your ice maker The freezer compartmentis Allow the refrigerator to reach the proper will not operate not cold enough to make temperature This could take 24 hours ice The ice maker signal amis Move the signal arm to the ON position in the OFF position up down See page 12 The water vatve is not Tum on the water line valve tumed on Water is not getting to the Check water line for leaks or clogs ice maker The motor seems The motor naturally runs longer on hot days or to run too long If the room is warm It wil also run longer when a large amount of food has been added or the doors have been opened often IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE For service in the U S 1 If the problem is not due to one of the items on page 24 e Call KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center TOLL FREE 1 800 422 1230 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you In how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appilance or If service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area e If you prefer write to Consumer Assistance Center KitchenAid P O Box 558
12. Wait at least 24 hours before making further adjustments This allows the refrigerator and or freezer to reach the new temperature setting IMPORTANT The Off setting on the Freezer cold cokiest Control stops all cooling action in the refrigerator but it does not disconnect the refrigerator from the power supply Off Freezer control i an 7 A52 SS REDIR ke at oUSING THE REFRIGERATOR C WinterChill meat locker temperature control The WinterChill Meat Locker Temperature Control allows you to adjust the storage temperature of the WinterChill meat locker Cold air flows Into the meat locker through an air duct between the freezer and the refrigerator Setting the control allows more cold coldest or less cold air through the air duct See page 9 for more Information on the WinterChill meat locker IMPORTANT Occasionally a food item may freeze in the WinterChill meat locker utility drawer or crisper When this occurs turn the WinterChill Meat Locker Temperature Control toward cold Also if the water dispenser stops working it may be due to freezing of the water line leading to the dispenser If this happens tum the WinterChill Meat Locker Temperature Control toward cold Meat Locker Control Adjustable utility compartment models KSSS36D KSSS36M KSSS42D and KSSS 42M The utility compartment can be placed In any position on the refrigerator door To remove 1 Grasp both ends of compartment 2
13. adder slots For temperature controlled use however the Meat Locker must be located in the second to last bottom set of ladder slots The WinterChill Meat Locker can be removed for cleaning IMPORTANT Occasionally a food item may freeze in the WinterChill meat locker utility drawer or crisper When this occurs turn the WinterChill Meat Locker Temperature Control toward cold To remove 1 Roll meat locker out to the stop 2 Lift front of meat locker slightly 3 Pull meat locker out the rest of the way To replace 1 Position meat locker rollers between front roller of track and track itself 2 Push meat locker up and onto track 3 Slide meat locker back until it stops IMPORTANT If the meat locker is placed in any set of slots other than the second to last bottom set of ladder slots plug the alr supply hole The plug has been taped to the Inside bottom of the meat locker for this purpose The rubber air connector located on back of meat locker directs air from the air supply hole into the meat locker If the air connector comes off replace it by pushing it Sa the square opening on back of meat ocker Th Re ee H Z7 USING THE REFRIGERATOR wS USING THE REFRIGERATOR Humidity controlled ClearVue utility drawer crisper The humidity controls on the drawers give you the ability to change the amount of moisture in the utility drawer and or crisper according to what foo
14. ap Cooked meat and pouliry Wrap or cover with plastic wrap or aluminum foil Store immediately Fresh fish and shelifish Store in plastic bag or tightly covered container Storage chart for meals TIME DAYS Cured meat 7 to 10 If meat is to be stored longer than the time given freezing is recommended IMPORTANT Fresh fish and shellfish should be used the same day as purchased FOOD STORAGE GUIDE GG eee Storing frozen food Prepackaged frozen food Store in original packaging on freezer door shelf or on freezer shelf Meat poultry Trim off excess fat and remove bones when necessary Meat pouliry should not be salted Wrap tightly In heavy duty aluminum foll plastic coated paper or non permeable plastic wraps made out of a saran film Press out as much air as possible Label and date the meat poultry Do not refreeze thawed meat ice cream Store in original packaging When opened place a piece of aluminum foil or waxed paper against ice cream surface to prevent the formation of ice crystals Frozen juices Store In original container on freezer door shelf or on freezer shelf Storage chart for frozen food TYPE APPROXIMATE TIME MONTHS Bread Storage times given in this chart are only a guide For best use of freezer space keep frozen food for short times Use then replace as needed Courtesy of National Livestock amp Meat Board and U S D A 23
15. chenAid service outlet 2 If you must call or write e Please provide your complete model number serial number date of purchase and a complete description of the problem Write to Consumer Relations Department KitchenAid Canada 1901 Minnesota Court Mississauga Ontario LSN 3A7 Telephone 416 821 6606 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 25 KitchenAid Built in Refrigerator Warranty ONE YEAR FULL Replacement parts and repak A Service calls to WARRANTY labor costs to correct defects in 1 Correct the installation of FROM DATE OF materials or workmanship the refrigerator INSTALLATION Service must be provided by an 2 instruct you how to use the authorized KitchenAid servicing refrigerator outlet 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR FULL WARRANTY FROM DATE OF INSTALLATION Replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects In materials or workmanship in the automatic ice maker Service must be provided by an authorized KitchenAld servicing outief Replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects In materials or workmanship in the sealed refrigeration system These parts are 1 Compressor 2 Evaporator 3 Condenser 4 Drier 5 Connecting tubing 4 Replace house plumbing B Repairs when refrigerator Is used In other than normal home use C Damag
16. d you store in it The humidity controlled utility drawer and the crisper are interchangeable The ClearVue section allows you to see into the drawer crisper without opening if IMPORTANT Occasionally a food item may freeze in the WinterChill meat locker utility drawer or crisper When this occurs turn the WinterChill Meat Locker Temperature Control toward cold To adjust the humidity control e Move the lever to the right for higher humidity and best storage of fresh leafy vegatables e Move the lever to the left for lower humidity and best storage of fruits and vegatables with skins See Food Storage Guide on page 22 for more information on storing foods properly To remove utility drawer crisper 1 Roll drawer out to the stop 2 Lift front of drawer and pull out the rest of the way 3 Replace in reverse order To remove glass covers 1 Uft right side of glass cover to free retainer and left side of cover 2 Carefully remove glass cover To replace glass cover 1 Place retainer on right side of glass cover 2 insert left side of glass cover into groove on left side of drawer 3 Lower cover so that the retainer pins are in the guide holes on right side of drawer 10 To remove ClearVue section 1 Remove glass cover See page 10 2 Slide ClearVue section down track away from the retainer 3 Replace In reverse order USING THE REFRIGERATOR Adjustable freezer she
17. e crisper Base grille Defrost pan behind base grille Water electrical dispenser supply tube Pullout freezer baskets Stationary freezer shelves Adjustable freezer shelf Water and ice dispenser area on some models Model and serial number label Freezer light below ice bin ice bin on some models Stationary door shelf Automatic ice maker Freezer light behind control panel Using The Refrigerator In This Section A E TE Adjustable freezer shelves PONSE IE EE ENES Pull out freezer baskets 00 00 Temperature CONntrols cccccccccccscccceceses AULOMGARC ICO MOKO cecccecenscscccccocoes WinterChii meat locker j j ice makar siorage DIN cccerrcrssescessere tomperature CONHOL 0000000000000 COM Waler ana Ice Cispense s Adjustable utility compartment 7 PTOUTTT ITIL it tt bh Ae eg ed Humidity controlled ClearvVue jj Sounds you May Near cccsssseeens utility drawer crisper cccccrsrssseescesenses in order to obtain the best possible results from your refrigerator It is important that you operate it properly This section will tell you how to do just that Upper ventilation panel To remove 1 Grasp both ends of the panel 2 Push straight up then pull straight out IMPORTANT A cable on each side of the upper ventilation panel attaches it to
18. e Fill the refrigerator but do not overcrowd It freezer compartment temperatures colder so that alr movement Is blocked than Is necessary e Keep the condenser coils clean See Cleaning the refrigerator on page 20 for Instructions Sounds you may hear Your new refrigerator may make different The following chart describes the kinds of sounds than your old one Hard surfaces sounds that might be new to you and what such as the ceiling walls and cabinets causes them around the refrigerator can make sounds seem louder SOUNDS OBSERVATIONS CAUSES Hum or hiss The refrigerator s fan motor and moving alr Clicking or snapping sounds The thermostat makes a definite click when the refrigerator stops running It also makes a sound when the refrigerator starts The defrost timer will click when the defrost cycle starts and stops Ice maker sounds You may hear buzzing from the water valve trickling e trickling water water and the clatter if ice falling Into the bin clatter of ice Running sounds The high efficiency compressor and motor will run longer than older designs The internal fan may occasionally run when the compressor is off Trickling water water sounds During the defrost cycle the refrigerator will not be running The trickling water Is the frost accumulated on the freezer coll melting and running into the defrost pan When the refrigerator stops running you will hear gurgling in the
19. e resulting from accident alteration misuse abuse improper installation or Installation not in accordance with local electrical codes or plumbing codes D Any food loss due to product failure E Any labor costs during the Service must be provided by an limited waranty authorized KitchenAld servicing F Replace parts or repair labor outieft costs for units operated SIXTH THROUGH Replacement parts to correct eee ib TENTH YEAR LIMITED defects in materials or E a WARRANTY workmanship in the sealed modifications made to the FROM DATE OF refrigeration system These appliance INSTALLATION parts are 1 Compressor 2 Evaporator 3 Condenser 4 Drier 5 Connecting tubing 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 may not apply fo you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state or province to province if you need service first see the Assistance or Service section of this book After checking Assistance or Service additional help can be found by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 422 1230 from anywhere in the U S For service in Canada see For
20. enter telephone number 1 800 422 1230 or an authorized dealer IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions AWARNING e Read all instructions before using the e Never clean refrigerator parts with refrigerator flammabie fluids The fumes can create e Child entrapment and suffocations are a fire hazard or explosion not problems of the past silent or e Always turn the power on off switch abandoned refrigerators are stili located behind the upper ventilation dangerous even if they will just sit in the panel to the OFF position before garage a few days attempting to change light bulbs If you are getting rid of your old clean or service the refrigerator refrigerator do It safely Please read the e FOR YOUR SAFETY e enclosed safety booklet from the Association of Home DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR Appaance OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND Manufacturers Help prevent accidents LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY e Never allow children to operate play with OTHER APPLIANCE THE FUMES CAN or crawl Inside the refrigerator CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR EXPLOSION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Help us help you Please e Install and level refrigerator on a floor that Will hold the weight and in an area suitable for its size and use e Connect refrigerator only to the proper kind of outlet with the correct electrical supply and grounding Refer to the Electrical Requirements and Grounding Ins
21. eparated and to obtain Increased storage capacity e Dispenser not used for e Dump oid ice and make a new extended periods of time supply causing Ice cubes fo melt together continued on next page 15 USING THE REFRIGERATOR PROBLEM Ice dispenser stops working Oft taste or odor in ice Base grille To remove 1 Remove one screw at each end of the base grille 2 Remove base grille 3 Replace in reverse order 16 e ice dispenser bar held in too long e ice attracts airborne odors old ice e Water quality e Foods not properly wrapped e Ice bin and freezer may need cleaning e Plumbing fo Ice maker e New ice maker e Wait about 3 minutes for the dispenser motor to reset e Large amounts of Ice should be taken from the bin not through the dispenser e Dump old ice and make a new supply store excess ice in a covered container e Water containing minerals such as sulfur may require a filter to remove e For best results avoid connecting ice maker to a softened water supply If softened water supply cannot be avoided make sure the water softener Is weil maintained and operating properly e Wrap foods properly in air and moisture proof materials e Clean freezer and ice bin See Cleaning the refrigerator on page 20 for instructions e Follow Installation Instructions for proper ice maker water supply hook up e The first few batches of ice from a new ice maker
22. h extended expose condenser colls See page 5 narrow attachment e Vacuum colls periodically e Replace upper ventilation panel e Press power on off switch to the OFF e Mild detergent position See page e Wam water e Remove the base grille See page 16 e Remove the defrost pan See page 17 e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly e Replace defrost pan e Replace base grille e Press power on off switch to the ON position continued on next page CARING FOR THE REFRIGERATOR WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Interior walls e Sponge soft cloth e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly or paper towel e Mild detergent e Warm water Door liners e Sponge soft cloth e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly and gaskets or paper towel e Do not use cleaning waxes e Mild detergent concentrated detergents bleaches or e Warm water cleaners containing petroleum or alcohol on plastic parts Removable e Sponge or cloth e Wash rinse and dry thoroughly e Mild detergent parts shelves meat e Warm water locker meat drawer etc Vacation and moving care Short vacations AWARNING if you will be away for less than four weeks there is no need to shut off the refrigerator Personal Injury Hazard Use up perishabies and freeze other items Do not allow children to climb on play Tum off the automatic Ice maker by lifting near or craw Inside the refrigerator when the signal arm to the OFF position Tum off the doors are blocked open
23. ll the way 2 Push the ice maker signal arm down to the ON position to restart Ice production 3 For dispenser models only Lower the ice maker covering panel ice maker covering panel down Ice maker covering panel up 13 wo USING THE REFRIGERATOR Cold water and ice dispensers models KSSS36D KSSS42D and KSSS48D AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard Tumbling ice and pressure on a fragile glass can break it Do not use a fragile glass when dispensing ice or water Failure to follow the above precaution could result in personal injury or property breakage The ice dispenser Ice is dispensed from the ice maker storage bin In the freezer When the dispenser bar is pressed a trapdoor opens in the chute between the dispenser and the ice bin Ice is moved from the bin and falls through the chute When the dispenser bar is released a buzzing sound may be heard for a few seconds To dispense ice I Press a sturdy glass against the ice dispenser bar 2 Remove the glass to stop dispensing The water dispenser IMPORTANT If the water dispenser stops working it may be due fo freezing of the water line leading to the dispenser If this happens turn the WinterChill Meat Locker Temperature Control toward cold Chilled water comes from a 50 02 1 5 L tank behind the crisper utility drawer Allow about 24 hours to chill the first or a new tankful When the refrigerator
24. lves To remove 1 Uff shelf up 2 Pull shelf straight out 3 Replace in reverse order Pull out freezer baskets To remove 1 Pull basket out to the sfop 2 Lift basket slightly and move It to the left 3 Pull basket out the rest of the way To replace 1 Place basket in shelf tracks and move basket to the left 2 Push basket In to the stop on the left side 3 a left side of basket sightly to clear the stop 4 Push basket In the rest of the way IMPORTANT Be sure both sides of basket are In the shelf tracks before filling with food mies A t or itt ag Ie a rs St ty TR ee ek ewe ee oT TE Dares ECH BU iN h SA TY et 11 USING THE REFRIGERATOR Automatic ice maker IMPORTANT The ice maker is shipped from the factory with the signal arm in the OFF position up It ls recommended that the ice maker be left in the OFF position for the first 24 hours after your refrigerator is turned on This wil allow the freezer compartment and the Ice maker to reach the proper temperature before making Ice To start ice maker e For dispenser modeis only Pull the ice maker covering panel out from the bottom and slide It to the rear e Push the Ice maker signal arm down to the ON position To stop ice maker e Lift the Ice maker signal arm until you feel it click into the OFF position IMPORTANT The ice maker signal arm must be in the ON position down to
25. pply Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury Light bulbs behind Refrigerator and Freezer Controls 1 Reach behind control panel 2 Unscrew bulb and replace It with a 25 watt incandescent medium base tubular bulb Light bulb below Ice storage bin Non dispenser models 1 Remove light cover 2 Unscrew bulb and replace it with a 25 watt incandescent medium base tubular bulb 3 Replace light cover Light bulb below Ice storage bin Dispenser models 1 Grasp plastic light cover with both hands ed squeeze front to back to release 2 Pull down and away from the ice storage bin 3 Unscrew bulb and replace it with a 25 watt incandescent medium base tubular bulb 4 Replace light cover Light bulb in dispenser area Dispenser modeis 1 Unscrew the bulb from the top inside of the dispenser crea 2 oe bulb with a heavy duty 10 watt IMPORTANT Be sure fo press power on off switch to the ON position after changing light bulbs 18 USING THE REFRIGERATOR To save energy e Open the doors as few times as possible e Set the refrigerator and freezer Keep food organized so you do not have compartment temperatures to suit your to search for what you want Get needs ice cream should be firm and everything you need out at one time Close beverages should be as cold as you like the door as soon as food is removed them Avoid setting the refrigerator and
26. r personal property Our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 422 1230 is toll free 24 hours a day for U S only If you ever have a question concerning your home appliance s operation or if you need service feel free to call our toll free Consumer Assistance Center telephone number for help When calling you will need to know your appllance s complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model and serial number label see diagram on page 4 For your convenience we have included a handy place below for you to record these numbers Also please record the date the product was purchased installed and the Builder s or Dealer s name address and phone number You will need this information if you ever require service Keep this book and the sales slip together In a safe place for future emi You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in warranty service Model Number Bullder Dealer Name Serial Number Address Date Purchased Phone Date installed Don t forget KitchenAid offers a full line of quality home appliances Built in Refrigerators Trash Compactors Ranges amp Cooktops Freestanding Refrigerators Hot Water Dispensers Microwave Ovens 50 Pound Ice Makers Food Waste Disposers Washers amp Dryers Dishwashers Built in Ovens Mixers For more information on these appliances or the one you have purchased call our toll free Consumer Assistance C
27. skins Place In plastic bags or containers and store in crisper Fruit Berries Sort to remove injured beries Do not wash berries until they are to be served Store in orginal container in crisper Other Sort to remove Injured fruit before storing Wash fruit let dry place in perforated plastic bag or loosely covered in plastic container and store in crisper Eggs Store In original carton For best storage place on interior shelf or in wine egg rack Dairy products Milk Store in original container on refrigerator shelf Butter or margarine Store in the utility compartment or on refrigerator shelf until opened When opened store In covered dish or on butter dish in the utility compartment Cheese Store In original packaging until opened When opened tightly rewrap in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store in utility compartment or on refrigerator shelf 22 Leftovers Cover with plastic wrap or aluminum foil or place In plastic containers with tight fitting lids Condiments Store small jars and bottles in door bins Beverages Wipe off bottles and cans Store In door bins or on refrigerator shelf Meat Cured or smoked meat and cold culs Store In original packaging until opened When opened tightly rewrap using plastic wrap or aluminum foil Fresh prepackaged meat and pouliry Store In original packaging Fresh not prepackaged Remove market wrapping paper Rewrap in plastic wr
28. the grille assembly The upper ventilation panel can be suspended by these cables while cleaning the condenser or tuming off the power on off switch To replace 1 Insert screw heads on the back side of the upper ventilation panel into the lar part of the keyhole pe ea wd Screw head Keyhole 2 Pull panel down slightly to lock into place opening USING THE REFRIGERATOR Power on off switch power interrupter switch The power on off switch is located behind the upper ventilation panel It is used to turn the power to the refrigerator off when cleaning it or changing light bulbs To furn power off 1 Remove upper ventilation panel 2 Press power on off switch to the OFF position To turn power on 1 Press power on off switch to the ON position 2 Replace upper ventilation panel IMPORTANT Be sure the power on off switch Is In the ON position after cleaning refrigerator or changing light bulbs Temperature controls The Refrigerator and the Freezer Controls have been preset at the factory These settings should be correct for normal household refrigerator use Allow the refrigerator to reach the preset temperature approximately 24 hours before changing the settings To change a temperature setting 1 Adjust the Refrigerator and or Freezer Control e To make the selected control colder turn the knob clockwise e To make the selected control less cold tum the knob counterciockwise 2
29. tructions Sheet e Use refrigerator only for the uses as described in this manual e Make sure refrigerator is not near an oven radiator or other heat source e Property maintain refrigerator e Make sure refrigerator Is used In an area where the room temperature will not fall below 55 F 13 C e Make sure refrigerator is not used by anyone unable to operate it property e Make sure refrigerator is not loaded with food before It has time to get properly cold PARTS AND FEATURES Ports And Features This section contains captioned Illustrations of your appliance Use them to become familiar with where ail parts and features are located and what they look like Your appliance may have all or some of the features shown This manual Is Intended to cover many models Dispenser model shown 1 2 s TI 24 17 16 Freezer control Upper ventilation panel Power on off switch behind upper ventilation panel Refrigerator control Water valve behind upper ventilation panel Refrigerator lights behind control panel Utility compartment Adjustabie glass shelves Adjustable door bins Wine egg rack WinterChill meat locker temperature control Rol out adjustable WinterChill meat iocker Rol out humidity controlled Clearvue utility drawer O N PD OSCONA MA ama id A 4 5 Lj Rot out humidity controiled ClearVvu
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