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A Note to You ............................................................... 2
Refrigerator Safety ........................................................ 3
Proper disposal of your old refiigerator ................. 3
Parts and Features ........................................................ 4
Using Your Refrigerator ............................................... 5
Removing the lower ventilation panel .................... 5
Removing the upper ventilation panel ................... 5
Using the Power On/Off Switch .......................... 5
ExtendFresh I_'x
Temperature Management System ......................... 6
Setting temperature controls ................................. 6
Light bulbs ........................................................... 6
Refrigerator Features .................................................... 7
Slide 'N' Lock TM Door Bins and
Gallon Door Storage ..................................... 7
SpillClean TM glass refrigerator shelves ..................... 7
FreshChill TM Deli Locker ....................................... 7
ClearVue TM Humidity-controlled crispers ............... 8
ClearVue TM covered egg container ......................... 9
Wine rack .............................................................. 9
Freezer Features .......................................................... 10
Automatic ice maker ............................................ 10
Solving common ice maker problems ........... 10
Ice maker operating tips .............................. 11
Pull-out fieezer basket ......................................... 12
Base grille ........................................................... 13
Defiost pan ......................................................... 13
Light bulbs ......................................................... 13
Understanding the Sounds You May Hear ................ 14
Saving energy ...................................................... 14
Caring for Your Refrigerator ..................................... 15
Cleaning your refiigerator ................................... 15
Vacation and moving care ................................... 16
Power interruptions ............................................ 16
Food Storage Guide .................................................... 17
Storing fresh tbod ............................................... 17
Storing frozen tbod ............................................. 18
Troubleshooting Guide .............................................. 19
Requesting Assistance or Service ................................ 24
Requesting Assistance or Service in Canada .............. 25
Warranty ...................................................................... 26
A NOTE TO YOU
I(itchelvMd designs the best tools tbr the most important
room in your house. To ensure that you enjoy years of
trouble-tiee operation, we developed this Use and (;are
Guide. It contains valuable intbrmation about how to
operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely
Please read it carethlly.
Also, please complete and mail the Product Registration
Card provided with your appliance. The card helps us
notifi" you about any new information tbr your appliance.
Write down the tbllowing intbrmation about your
refiigerator to better help you obtain assistance or service
if you ever need it. xkm will need to know your complete
model number and serial number. "k_u can find this
intbrmation on the model and serial number label/plate.
Ifvou need assistance or service, first see the
'@roubleshooting" section of this book. At}er checking
"Troubleshooting," additional help can be fbund by
checking the "Requesting Assistance or Service" section.
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(See the "Parts and Features" section t)r lnodel and serial
number label/plate location.)
Keep this book and your sales slip
together for future reference.

RE FR{GE OK SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of
others is 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 hazards that can kill
or hurt you and others. All safety
messages will be preceded by the safety alert
symbol and the word "DANGER" or "WARNING".
These words mean:
You will be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you
don't follow instructions.
All safety messages will identify the hazard, tell you
how to reduce the chance of injury,and tell you
what can happen if the instructions are not
followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical
shock, or injury when using your refrigerator,
follow these basic precautions:
•Plug into grounded 3-prong outlet.
• Do not remove ground prong.
• Do not use an adapter.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Disconnect power before servicing.
• Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
• Use nonflammable cleaner only.
• Do not install the refrigerator near an oven,
radiator, or other heat source.
• Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
• Use two or more people to move or install
refrigerator.
• Unplug refrigerator before installing ice maker.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain
damage.
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suftbcation are
not problems of the past. Junked or abandoned
refiigerators are still dangerous.., even if they will sit tbr
"just a ti:w days." If you are getting rid of your old
refiigerator, please tbllow the instructions below to help
prevent accidents.
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•Take off the doors.
• Leave the shelves in place so that children may not
easily climb inside.
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This section contains an illusmttion of your refrigerator, Use it to become more familiar
with the parts and fcatures. Page references are included tbr your convenience,
Lower
ventilation
panel
(p. 5)
Model and serial
number label/plate
(p. 2)
ClearVue TM
covered egg
container
(p. 9)
Wine rack
(p. 9)
ClearVuC M
Humidity-Controlled
Crispers with
RollerTrac TM System
(p. 8)
Upper
ventilation
anel
FreshChill TM
Deli Locker
(p. 7)
Automatic ice
maker
(p. 10)
Freezer light
(p. 13)
Ice bin
(p. 11)
Power on/off switch Refrigerator
(behind upper conn'ol
ventilation panel) _. 6)
(p. 5)
Refrigerator
(4, behind
control panel)
(p. 6)
Removable
roll-out
freezer basket
(t'. 12)
Pull-out
freezer basket
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Defrost pan Base grille
(behind (p. 13)
base grille)
(p. 13)
\
Water valve
(behind base
grille)
Freezer dividers
Utility
Adjustable
SpillClean TM
Glass Shelves
(p. 7)
Adjustable
'N' Lock TM
Refrigerator
Door Bins
(p. 7)
Fixed
Slide 'N' Lock TM
Gallon Door
Storage
(p. 7)
FreshChill TM
Deli Locker
temperature
control
(p. 7)

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To obtain the best possible results ti'om your refrigerator,
it is important that you operate it properly. This section
tells you how to set the controls, remove and adjust the
features in your refrigerator, and how to save energy.
Upper A
panel
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.
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.
I. Remove the lower ventilation panel as described on
this page.
2. Remove two hex screws with a 1/4" socket.
3. Grasp both ends of upper panel.
4. Pull straight down, then pull straight out.
1. Insert hooks (located on back of upper panel) into
slots on side trim.
2. Push panel straight up until holes are aligned.
Replace hex screws.
Lower panel
1. Grasp both ends of the lower panel,
2. Push straight up, then pull straight out.
1. Insert hooks (located on back of lower panel) into
slots on side trim.
2, Pull lower panel down slightly to lock into place,
The Power On/Off Switch is located behind the
ventilation panels. It is used to turn the pouer to the
refiigerator off when cleaning it or changing light bulbs.
1. Remove lower and upper ventilation panels.
2. Press Power On/Off Switch to "()FF" position.
1. Press Power ()n/()ff Switch to "()N" position.
2. Replace lower and upper ventilation panels.
IMPORTANT: Be sure the Power On/Off Switch is in
the "ON" position after cleaning refrigerator or changing
light bulbs.

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EXTEN D FRES H TEMPE RATU RE
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
The ExtendFresh" Temperature Management System
connols the temperature in both the refrigerator
compartment and the fieezer compartment
independently. The system helps extend the fi'eshness of
the food in your refrigerator by responding to
temperature changes as small as I°F. Unlike most
refiigerators on the market today,, the ExtendFresh"
System uses a SMAll.T" Fan to transfer cold air
immediately ti'om the tieezer to the retiqgerator tbr fhster
response to temperature changes without the need tbr the
compressor to turn on. Also, by monitoring the freezer
and ffesh-fbod compartments every 82 seconds, the
system maintains consistent temperatures, which are less
affected by external temperature changes such as seasonal
changes and programmable home thermostats.
Re@igerator
Control Cold 1 2 A 3 4 Colder
Refrigerator
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Freezer •
CoNtrol off 12 at 3 4 Colder
Freezer
The Refrigerator and the Freezer Controls have been
preset at the thctory. These settings should be correct for
normal household refrigerator use. Let the reti'igerator
operate tbr 24 hours to cool both sections befbre
changing settings. If possible, wait to add food until after
this 24-hour period. Adding tbods betbre the refrigerator
has cooled completely could cause the refiqgerator to take
longer to reach the desired temperatures and cause some
foods to spoil. Afrer 24 hours, adjust the controls, one
number at a time as desired. "1" is the warmest setting
and "4" is the coldest. Allow the refrigerator to operate
for 24 hours alter each control change.
Adjust the Refrigerator and/or Freezer Control.
• To make the refrigerau)r or freezer colder, slide the
control knob to the right.
• To make the rei_igerator or freezer less cold, slide the
control knob to the left.
Note: Turning the controls to higher number settings
will not cool the sections fhster.
IMPORTANT: The "()FF" setting on the Freezer
Control stops all cooling action in the refrigerator, but it
does not disconnect the reti'igerator ti'om the power
supply.
LIGHT BULBS
l. Press Power On/Off switch to the "()FF" position.
(See page 5 tbr instructions.)
2. Reach behind control panel.
3. Unscrew bulb and replace it with a 40-watt,
incandescent, medium-base, tubular bulb.
4. Press Power On/()ffSwitch to the "()N" position.
(See page 5 tbr instructions.)
IMPORTANT: Be sure to press Power ()n/()ff Switch
to the "()N" position aider changing light bulb(s).

SLIDE 'N' LOCK ',:
DOOR BINS AND
GALLON DOOR STORAGE
Top tx_o bins hold Bvo-liter bottles and can be repositioned
on the refrigerator door. ()nly the bottom door bin is
fixed in place and is extra deep to hold a gallon jug.
1. Lift door bin up.
2. Pull door bin straight out.
1. Insert door bin hooks into ladder slots on both sides of
refrigerator door,
2. Push door bin back and down until it stops.
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ADJUSTABLE SPILLCLEAN
GLASS REFRIGERATOR SHELVES
Adjust the shelves to match the way you use your
refrigerator,
IMPORTANT: Do not clean glass shelves with warm
water when they are cold. Shelves may break if exposed to
sudden temperature changes or impact. For your
protection, tempered glass is designed to shatter into
many small pebble-size pieces. This is normal.
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1. Tilt shelf up at front and lift shelf up at back.
2. Pull shelf straight out.
IMPORTANT: Glass shelves are heavy. Handle them
caretiAlv.
1. Guide the rear shelf hooks into slots in the shelf
supports on the back of the refrigerator wall.
2. Tilt shelf up at front until hooks drop into slots.
Lower front of shelf to level position.
3. Check the stability of the shelf to be sure hooks have
been inserted properly.
TEMPERATURE-CONTROLLED
FRESHCHILU DELl LOCKERWITH
ROLLE RTRAC SYSTEM
Tile FreshChill Deli Locker is designed to provide colder iiili%c_
storage temperatures than the average refrigerator
temperature. By maintaining a 28°F-32°F temperature 0-:*
range, tile Deli Locker prolongs tile shelf life of ti'esh ........
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meats and quick-chills beverages. It is large enough to _££_
hold an upright ]2-oz. beverage can and to store large <
party trays. The FreshChill Deli Locker can be removed
for cleaning.
1. Roll deli locker out to the stop.
2. Lift front of deli locker slightly.
3. Pull deli locker out the rest of the wa>
1. Position deli locker rollers between front roller of track
and the track.
2. Push deli locker up and onto track.
3. Slide deli locker back until it stops.
The FreshChill Deli Locker temperature control allows
you to adjust the storage temperature of the FreshChill
Dell Locker.
Cold air flows into Deli Locker through an air duct
between the freezer and the refrigerator. Setting the
control allows more or less cold air through the air duct.
Set the control to "Cold" to close the air duct.
IMPORTANT: If a food item freezes in the FreshChill
Deli Locker, utility drawer, or crisper, turn the FreshChill
Deli Locker Temperature Control to "Cold."

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CLEARVUE ]" HUMI DITY-
CONTROLLED CRISPERS WITH
ROLLE RTRAC SYSTEM
The humiditv-controlled crispers are designed to keep
fresh vegetables and fruits longer. The crisper controls are
located on the front of the crisper shelves. The controls
adjust the humidity (moisture) in the drawers. Slide
control to "HIGH" tbr lettuce, cabbage and other
produce with leaves. Slide control to "LOW" fbr apples,
pears and other produce with skins.
The humiditv-controlled crispers are interchangeable.
The ClearVue areas allow you to see into the crispers
without opening them.
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1. Roll crisper out It) the stop.
2, Lift front of crisper and pull out the rest of the way,
Center
support
1. Place rear crisper rollers into front of track.
2. Push crisper straight back.
IMPORTANT: Occasionally; a tbod item may freeze in
the FreshChill '_'Deli Locker, utility drawer, or crisper.
When this occurs, turn the FreshChill Deli Locker
temperature control to "cold."
1. Remove tbod from crisper cover,
2. Pull both crispers out about tbur inches,
3. Reach under the glass shelf with both hands and lift
gently upwards until back of shelf is free,
4. Tilt shelf at an angle and remove shelf from refrigerator
being careful not r(} bump glass,
1. Holding glass shelf firmly with both hands, tilt shelf at
an angle and position it above support rails.
2. Place shelf gently on support rails on side wall.
3. Replace food on crisper cover.

CLEARVUE ]'_COVERED EGG
CONTAIN ER WITH CARRI ER
The covered egg container with carrier provides extra
protection tbr storing eggs anywhere inside your
refrigerator section. The ClearVue TM container allows you
to see how many eggs you have stored.
WINE RACK
Insert the wine rack into position by sliding it between a
refiigerator shelf and the wall of the reiHgerator
compartnlent.

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:FREEzE E
AUTOMATIC ICE MAKER
IMPORTANT: The ice maker is shipped t?om the
f'_ctory with the wire arm in the OFF position (up). It is
recommended that tile ice maker be let} in the OFF
position fi}r the first 24 hours after your refrigerator is
turned on. This will allow tile freezer compartment and
the ice maker to reach the proper temperature before
making ice.
Note: Rei)igerators come with a factory-installed ice
maker. Ice nlaker is partially hidden by front surfitce of
freezer.
Wire arm
• Push ice maker wire arm down to tile "()N" position.
The ice maker fills with water and begins tbrming ice.
Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Ice
maker should then produce 7to 9 batches of ice in a
24-hour period under normal conditions.
Discard the first three batches of ice.
Af}er ice is f()rnled, ice cubes drop into storage bin. When
ice bin is tifll, ice lnaker arlll raises to the )FF position
(arlll up),
• Lift the ice maker wire arm until you feel it click into
the "()FF" position.
• Do not tbrce arm up or down. Do not store anything
on top of ice maker or in ice bin.
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Ice crescents attached at corners
Ice maker will not operate
or ice is not made fast enough
Off-taste or odor in ice
This is normal. They break apart easily. Shake bin occasionally to keep
cubes separated.
ON/OFF wire ann is in tt_e _R)FF?' (up)P0sition, Lower wire arm to
Fr(ezer is not c01d enough, Adjust temperature controls and wait
24 hours. (See "Setting temperature controls" on page 6.)
Copper tubing is Mnked, Check water tubing,
New plumbing connections can cause discolored or off-flavored ice.
Discard the first flew batches of ice.
Cubes are stored too long. Throw them away and make a new supply.
Food is not wrapped properly. See page 18.
Freezer and ice bin need to be cleaned. See page 15.
Water may contain minerals (such as sulti_r). A filter may be required
to remove them.

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Water quality
Off-taste or
odor in ice
Ice attracts airborne odors; Dump old ice and make a new supply; store excess
old ice ice in a covered container.
For best results, avoid connecting ice maker to a sof}ened water
suppl): If'sofTened water supply cannot be avoided, make sure
the water softener is we!! maintamed and operating properly.
Foods not properly wrapped TVrap foods properly in airtight and moisture-proof materials.
See page ] 8.
Ice bin and freezer Clean freezer and ice bin. See "Cleaning your
may need cleaning "" " * .q " " "• reIrlgerator on page l_ *or mstrucnons.
Plumbing to ice maker Follow Installation Instructions for proper ice maker
water supply hookup.
New ice maker The first tlew batches of ice fi'om a new ice maker may
, haye an 0ff-taste i Dump this ice and make a ne w supply.
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PU LL-OUT FRE EZE R BASKET
i. TulTn off the ice maker.
2. Pull basket out of fl:eezel:.
3. Lift basket up and out.
i. Place rear of basket in shelf m_cks.
2. Lower fi:om of basket and push basket into fi:eezer
section.
3, TtllTII 011 ice maker.
IMPORTANT: Be sure both sides of basket al:e in the
shelf tlracks betblre filling with ti)od.
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BASE GRILLE
I. Remove one screw at each end of the base grille.
2. Remove base grille.
3. Replace in reverse order.
LIGHT BULBS
1. Press Power On/()ffswitch to the "()FF" position.
(See page 5 for instructions.)
2. Reach behind control panel.
3. Unscrew bulb and replace it with a 40-watt,
incandescent, medium-base, tubular bulb.
4. Press Power On/()ff Switch to the "ON" position.
(See page 5 for instructions.)
1. Press Power On/()ff switch to the "()FF" position.
(See page 5 for instructions.)
2. Unscrew bulb and replace it with a 40-watt,
incandescent, medium-base, tubular bulb.
3. Press Power On/Off Switch to the "ON" position.
(See page 5 for instructions.)
IMPORTANT: Be sure to press Power ()n/()ff Switch
to the "()N" position after changing light bulb(s).
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Defrost pan Retaining clip
DEFROST PAN
The defiost pan is located behind the base grille, toward
the left side of the refrigerator.
1. Press Power On/Off Switch to the "()FF" position.
(See page 5 fbr instructions.)
2. Remove base grille. (See above for instructions.)
3. Find retaining clip under refiigerator.
4. Push up on the clip. At the same time, slide the pan
forward and out.
5. Clean the pan. (See page 15 for instructions.)
1. Position the edge of the defrost pan approximately
7inches (17.8 cm) fiom the left side of the
refiigerator.
2. Lift defrost pan into 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/OffSwitch to the "()N" position.
(See page 5 fbr instructions.)
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Your new refiqgerator may make sounds dlat 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 surfhces like the floor, walls, and
cabinets can make the sounds seem louder than they
actually are. Due to new product designs, there may be
sounds that you are not f5miliar with. The fbllowing chart
describes the kinds of sounds that might be new to you
and what may be making them.
Htun or hiss
Clicking or snapping sounds
Ice maker sotmds
• trickling water
• clatter of ice
Running sounds
Trickling water/water sotmds
Warm air f¥om upper ventilation
panel/base grille
The refrigerator fhn lnotor and moving air.
The thermostat makes a definite click when the refrigerator stops running.
It also makes a sotmd when the refrigerator starts.
The defrost timer will click when the defrost cycle starts and stops.
You may hear buzzing (frorn the xxater valxe), trickling water,
and the clatter of ice falling into the bin.
The high-eft]ciency compressor and motor will run longer than older designs.
The internal fhn may occasionally run when the compressor is of't:
During the defrost cycle, the refrigerator will not be running. The nickling
water is the frost accumulated on the freezer coil melting and running into
the defrost pan. When the refrigerator stops running, you will hear
gurgling in the tubing for a few minutes.
You may feel air blowing from behind the upper ventilation panel and base
grille when the refrigerator is running. This is normal.
SAV(NG ENERGY
You can help your refrigerator use less electricity.
. Clean tile condenser coils regularly.
• ()pen tile door as fLw times as possible. Think about
what you need befbre you open tile door. Get
everything out at one time. Keep fbod organized so
you won't have to search fbr what you want. Close
door as soon as food is removed.
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• Fill up the refrigerator, Lut don t overcrowd it so air
movement is blocked.
It is a waste of electricity to set tile refiigerator and
freezer to temperatures colder than they need to be. If
ice cream is firm in the freezer and drinks are as cold as
your thmily likes them, that's cold enough.
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CA PdN (} FOR YOU R kE,FR1G E O X
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion,
or fire.
Your refrigerator is built to give you many years of
dependable service. However, there are a few things you
can do to help extend its product life. This section tells
you how to clean your refrigerator and what to do when
going on vacation, moving, or during a power outage.
CLEANING YOUR REFRIGERATOR
The refrigerator and freezer compamnents
defrost automatically. However, clean both
once a month to prevent odors fronx building
up. Wipe up spills immediately.
BeK)re cleaning, disconnect the refrigerator from its power
supply by pressing the Power On/Off Switch to the
Removable parts
(shelves, crisper, etc.)
Outside
Inside walls
(allow freezer to
warm up so cloth
won't stick)
Door liners and
gaskets
Plastic parts
(covers and panels)
Def¥ost pan
"OFF" position (see page 5 for instructions). Then, take
out all removable parts and clean the refrigerator
according to the directions given below. Be sure to press
the Power On/Off Switch to the "ON" position when
you are finished cleaning. (See page 5 for instructions.)
Sponge or cloth with mild
detergent- al]d warm wat-er
Sponge, cloth, or paper toxvel
with mild detergent, warm
water, and a good appliance
wax (or g_ood auto [_aste wax)
Sponge, soft- cloth, or paper
towel with baking soda or mild
detergent and x3/arl]l xAi'lter
CLEaH
Hand wash and dry thoroughly.
Wash outside of cabinet. Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners.
Wipe and dry th0rgugh!y,
Wax painted meta! Surfhces at least twice a year. Apply wax with
a clean, _0ft cloth. Waxing painted metal sur*hces provides
rust protection.
Donot wax plastic parts.
Wash with nlixture ()_"warm water and:
• mild detergent, or
• baking soda (2 tbs to 1 qt [26 g to .95 L] of water).
Wipe and dry thoroughly.
Sponge, soft- clot!l, ()r paper Wipe and dry thoroughly.
touel with mikt detergent and DO NOT USE cleaning waxes, concentrated detergents,
warm water bleaches, or Cleaners containing petroleum on plastic parts.
.o ot,, ipospongeorclothcrossro ,Ofho es
underneath the Dell Locker. Food particles could thll into holes
and cause damage.
Soft, clean sponge or soft, Wipe and dry thoroughly.
clean ck)th with mild detergent DO NOT USE paper towels} window sprays} scouring
and warm water cleansers, or flammable fluids. These cau scratch or damage
material. See "hnportant Safety Instructions" on page 3.
Sponge or cloth with mi!d Press Power OniOffSwitch to the "OFF" position. (See page 5.)
detergent and warm water Remove base grille. (See page lB.)
Reach into small opening at right edge and remove
the defrost pan; (seepage !3[)
Wash, rinse,and drythoroughly.
ReplaCeRepiacebase griile.Completelv into the0pening.defr°stpan. Make sure to push it
i tess i oxxet On/OIt Sxutch to the ON posmon. (See page 5.) 15

Condenser
coils
Basegrille
Stainlesssteel
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P.cmove upper ventilation panel to expose condenser
coils. (See page
Vacuum coils when dust)" or dirt)'. Coils may need to
be cleaned as ofren as ever)"odler month.
Replace upper ventilation panel.
Vacuum cleaner widl brush attachment , Vacuum base grille:
Aproikssional stainless steel cleaner Follow directions included with cleaner.
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VACATION AND MOVING CARE
If you will be ax_ay tbr less than four weeks, use these tips
to prepare your refrigerator befbre you leave.
1. Use up any perishables and freeze other items.
2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
• P,aise wire arm to "OFF" (up) position.
• Shut off water supply to the ice maker.
3. Empty the ice bin.
If you will be gone tbr a month or more, follow these
steps to prepare your refrigerator.
1. P,emove all fbod from the refrigerator.
2. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:
• Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least
one day ahead of time.
• When the last load of ice drops, turn off the ice
maker. Make sure all ice is dispensed out of the ice
maker mechanism.
3. Unplug the refrigerator.
4. Clean it, wipe it, and dry well.
5. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors
to prop them open f:arenough for air to get in. This
stops odor and mold from building up.
If the refrigerator must be moved, contact the dealer
from whom you purchased the unit or your local
KitchenAid-{iesignated servicer.
POWER INTERRUPTIONS
If electricity goes off, call the power company. Ask how
long power will be off.
1. If power will be interrupted 24 hours or less,
keep both doors closed. This helps food stay cold
and frozen.
2. If service will be interrupted longer than 24 hours:
(a) Remove all frozen tbod and store in a frozen tbod
locker.
OR
(b) Place 2 lbs. (900 g) of dry ice in freezer for every
cubic foot (28 liters) of freezer space. This will keep
food frozen for two to four days. Wear gloves to
protect your hands t?om dry ice burns.
OR
(c) If neither a fi}od locker nor dry ice is available, use
or can perishable food at once.
Remember: A fi]ll freezer stays cold longer than a partly
filled one. A freezer 1hll of meat stays cold longer than a
freezer full of baked goods. If fbod contains ice crystals,
it may be safLly refrozen, although the quality and flavor
may be af_Lcted. If the condition of the food is poor, or if
you _Lelit is unsaf% dispose of it.
Call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number,
1-800-235-0665, fi:om anywhere in the U.S.A. or
Canada.
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There is a correct way to package and store retHgerated or
frozen food.
To keep food f)esher, longer, take the time to study these
recommended steps.
STORING FRESH FOOD
Wrap or store ibod in the refrigerator in airtight and
moisture-proof material unless otherwise noted. This
prevents tbod odor and taste transfer throughout the
reIi'igerator. For dated products, check code date to
ensure freshness.
Keep opened butter in covered dish or closed
compartment. When storing an extra supply, wrap ill
tieezer packaging and tieeze.
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Store in the original wrapping until you are ready to
use it. ()rice opened, rewrap tightly in plastic xu:ap
or aluminum tbil.
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Wipe milk cartons. Store gallon jugs in bottom door bin.
Store on interior shelt\ An egg storage container is
provided tbr your convenience.
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Wash, let dr3",and store in refrigerator in plastic bags
or crisper. Do not wash or hull berries until they are
ready to use. Sort and keep berries in original
container in a crisper, or store in a loosely closed
paper bag on a refrigerator shelf.
Remove store wrapping and trim or tear off bruised
alld discolored areas. TVash ill cold water and drain. Place
in plastic bag or plastic container and store in crisper.
Place in plastic bags, or plastic container and store
in crisper.
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Use fi:esh fish and shellfish the same day as
purchased.
Store most meat in original wrapping as long as it
is airtight and moisture-proof Rcwrap if necessary.
See the ti}llowing K)r storage times. When storing
meat longer than the times given, freeze the meat.
Chicken .......................................... 1-2 days
Groulld beef ................................... 1-2 days
Varie_ meats ................................... 1-2 days
Cold cuts ........................................ 34 days
Steaks/roasts ................................... 3-5 davs
Bacon ............................................. 5-7 days
Cured meats .................................. 7-10 days
Cover leftovers with plastic v,Tap or aluminum foil. Plastic
containers with tight lids can Mso be used.
NOTE: Keep your refrigerator slnelling fresh with an
open box of baking soda.
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STORING FROZEN FOOD
Tile freezer section is designed for storing connnercially
frozen tbod and tbr freezing ti)od at home.
NOTE: For filrther infbrmation about preparing tbod
tbr freezing or food storage times, check a freezer guide
or reliable cookbook.
SuccessfiA freezing depends on the correct packaging.
When you close and seal the package you must not allow
air or moisture in or out. If you do, you could have tbod
odor and taste transti_r throughout the refrigerator, and
also dry out frozen food.
• Rigid plastic containers with tight-fitting lids
• Straight-sided canning/freezing jars
• Heaw-duty aluminum tbil
• Plastic-coated paper
• Non-permeable plastic wraps (made from
saran film)
• Specified freezer seltLsealing plastic bags
Follow package or container instructions fi}r proper
freezing methods.
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• Bread wrappers
• Non-polyethylene plastic containers
• Containers without tight lids
• Wax paper or wax-coated freezer wrap
• Thin, semi-permeable wrap
_2}ur freezer will not quick-freeze any large quantity of
food. Put no more unfrozen food into the fleezer than
will freeze within 24 hours (about 2 to 3 lbs oftbod per
cubic foot [907-1,350 g per liter] of freezer space).
Leave enough space in the freezer tbr air to circulate
around packages. Also leave enough room at the front so
the door can close tightl>
Storage times vary according to the quality and type of
tbod, the type of packaging used (airtight and moisture-
proof), and the storage temperature. Ice crystals inside a
sealed package are normal. It means that moisture in the
tbod and air inside the package have condensed, creating
ice crystals.
NOTE: Allow hot foods to cool at room temperature
for 30 minutes, then package and freeze. Cooling hot
foods before f)eezing saves energy.
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YOU Call Solve lllfilly COl]ll]lOll ref]Tigerator problelns
easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call,
Try the suggestions bek)w to see if you can solve your
problenl without outside help. If the suggestions do not
work, please call the KitchenAid (2resumer Assistance
Ce riter.
The power supply cord is unplugged.
A household ti]se has blown or circuit
breaker has tripped.
The Freezer Control is turned to the
)FF position.
The refi:igerator is defix}sting.
Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.
Replace the thse or reset the circuit.
Refi:r to the Setting tern Ielattue controls" section.
Recheck to see if the reDigerator is operating in 30 minutes. Your
refrigerator will regularly run an automatic defiost cycle.
If it is still not running after checking the above items, call the
(2resumer Assistance Center.
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The power supply cord is unplugged.
A household filse or circuit breaker has tripped.
A light bulb is loose in the socket.
A light bulb has burned out.
Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.
Replace the fi_se or reset the circuit.
Turn the Freezer Control to )FF. Disconnect the refrigerator
fi:om the electrical supply. Gently remove the bulb and reinsert.
Then reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical supply alld reset
the Freezer Connrol.
Replace with an appliance bulb of the same wattage, size, and
shapel See the.Changing fl_e hght bulbs section. Z ©
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The refi:igerator is defix}sting. The water will evaporate. It is normal tbr water to drip into
It is more humid than normal.
Water in the defirost pan is overflowing.
the defrost pan.
Expect that the water in the defrost pan Will take longer to
evaporate This is normal when it is !lot or humid.
Check to make sure your refrigerator is level. (See the "Leveling"
section in the Installation Instructions.) If it is still overflowing,
there is probably something wrong with the retHgerator. Call the
Consumer Assistance Center.
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The rooln telnperatHre is hotter than norlnal.
A large amount of ibod has just been added to
the refiigerator.
The door is opened often.
The controls are not set correctly f()r the
surrounding conditions.
The doors are not closed completely.
The base grille is dirty ()r blocked.
The condenser coils are dirty.
The door gaskets are not sealed all the way around.
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Expect the nl(}t(}r t(} run longer tinder x.vglrnl conditions. At n(}rnlal
roonl temperatures, expect your motor to run about 40% to 80% of
the time. Under warmer conditions, expect it to run even more of
the time.
Adding a large amount of food warms the refi-igerator. It is normal
for the motor to run longer in order to cool the refl:igerator back
down. Refer to the "Food Storage Guide" section
Expect the motor to rHn longer when this occurs. In order to
conserve energy, try to get everything you need out of the
refiigerator at once, keep tbod organized so it is easy to find, and
close the door as soon as the ti}(}dis removed.
ReIier to the _!Setdng temperature controls'? section.
Push the doors firmly shut. If they will not shut all the wa% see
"The doors will not close completely," later in this section.
This prevents air circulation and makes the motor work harder.
Remove the grille and clean.
This prevents air transti:r and makes the motor work harder. Clean
the condenser coils. P.eIier to the "Cleaning your refirigerator ''
section.
Contact a qualified person or a technician.
If the problem is not due to any of the above, remember that g()Hr
new ret)igerator will run longer than your old one due to its
high-efficiency motor.
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The sounds and noises are common for new Refi:r to the "Understanding the sounds you may hear" section.
refligerators.
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