KitchenAid KSSC36FKB00 User manual

TECHNICAL EDUCATION
JOB AID 4317326A
KAR-11
2001 K MODEL
BUILT-IN SIDE-BY-SIDE
REFRIGERATOR WITH VARIABLE
CAPACITY COMPRESSOR
MODELS:
KSSC36FKB00
KSSC36FKS00
KSSC36QKS00
KSSC42FKB00
KSSC42FKS00
KSSC42QKS00
KSSC48FKB00
KSSC48FKS00
KSSC48QKS00
KSSP36QKS00
KSSP42QKS00
KSSP48QKS00
KSSS36FKB00
KSSS36FKT00
KSSS36FKW00
KSSS36FKX00
KSSS36QKB00
KSSS36QKT00
KSSS36QKW00
KSSS36QKX00
KSSS42FKB00
KSSS42FKT00
KSSS42FKW00
KSSS42FKX00
KSSS42QKB00
KSSS42QKT00
KSSS42QKW00
KSSS42QKX00
KSSS48FKB00
KSSS48FKT00
KSSS48FKW00
KSSS48FKX00
KSSS48QKB00
KSSS48QKT00
KSSS48QKW00
KSSS48QKX00

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WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION assumes no responsibility for any repairs made
on our products by anyone other than Authorized ervice Technicians.
FORWARD
This KitchenAid Job Aid, 2001 K Model Built-In ide-By- ide Refrigerator With Variable Capacity
Compressor (Part No. 4317326A), provides the technician with information on the installation and
service of the Built-In ide-By- ide Refrigerator. It is to be used as a training Job Aid and ervice
Manual. For specific information on the model being serviced, refer to the “Use and Care Guide,”
or “Tech heet” provided with the refrigerator.
The Wiring Diagrams and trip Circuits used in this Job Aid are typical and should be used for
training purposes only. Always use the Wiring Diagram supplied with the product when servicing
the unit.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The goal of this Job Aid is to provide detailed information that will enable the service technician to
properly diagnose malfunctions and repair the Built-In ide-By- ide Refrigerator.
The objectives of this Job Aid are to:
• Understand and follow proper safety precautions.
• uccessfully troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions.
• uccessfully perform necessary repairs.
• uccessfully return the refrigerator to its proper operational status.
Copyright © 2002, Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, MI 49022

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pag
GENERAL............................................................................................................................... 1-1
afety First......................................................................................................................... 1-1
Electrical Power upply & Grounding Requirements ................................................... 1-1
Anti-Tip Requirements.................................................................................................. 1-2
Electrostatic Discharge (E D) ensitive Electronics.................................................... 1-2
Model & erial Number Designations ................................................................................ 1-3
Model & erial Number Label And Tech heet Locations................................................. 1-4
pecifications..................................................................................................................... 1-5
Refrigerator Warranty ........................................................................................................ 1-8
INSTALLATION INFORMATION ........................................................................................... 2-1
THEORY OF OPERATION ..................................................................................................... 3-1
COMPONENT ACCESS ......................................................................................................... 4-1
Component Locations ........................................................................................................ 4-1
Removing The Unit Compartment Cover........................................................................... 4-2
Removing A Door witch, The Power witch, The Inverter Assembly,
And The Main Control Board Assembly.......................................................................... 4-4
Removing The Condenser Fan Motor ............................................................................... 4-8
Removing The Compressor And Filter/Drier...................................................................... 4-9
Removing The Bimetal, The Evaporator Fan Motor,
The Defrost Heater, And The Evaporator ..................................................................... 4-10
Removing The Touch/Display Board & The Motorized Air Door ..................................... 4-14
Removing The Ice Maker And The Auger Motor & Crush/Cube olenoid....................... 4-16
Removing A Thermistor ................................................................................................... 4-18
Removing A Light ocket ................................................................................................ 4-19
Removing The Water Reservoir ...................................................................................... 4-20
Removing The Water Valve ............................................................................................. 4-22
Removing The Water & Ice Dispenser ............................................................................ 4-23
Removing A Door Gasket ................................................................................................ 4-25
Removing The Freezer Or Refrigerator Door .................................................................. 4-26
COMPONENT TESTING ........................................................................................................ 5-1
Thermistor.......................................................................................................................... 5-1
Evaporator Fan Motor ........................................................................................................ 5-2
Condenser Fan Motor ........................................................................................................ 5-2
Compressor & Inverter....................................................................................................... 5-3
Motorized Air Door ............................................................................................................. 5-4
Defrost Heater & Bimetal ................................................................................................... 5-4
Main Control Board ............................................................................................................ 5-5
Crush/Cube olenoid......................................................................................................... 5-6
Ice Maker Auger Motor ...................................................................................................... 5-6
Water Valve olenoid ........................................................................................................ 5-7
Door witch ....................................................................................................................... 5-7

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DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 6-1
Diagnosis ........................................................................................................................... 6-1
Pre-Diagnostics Checks ................................................................................................. 6-1
Diagnostics Mode ........................................................................................................... 6-1
Water Filter Input (WFI) Test .......................................................................................... 6-2
Troubleshooting Chart ....................................................................................................... 6-3
WIRING DIAGRAMS & STRIP CIRCUITS ............................................................................. 7-1
Wiring Diagram—Bottom Mount ........................................................................................ 7-1
Wiring Diagram— ide-By- ide Models ............................................................................. 7-2
trip Circuits ...................................................................................................................... 7-3
Pag

1-1
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 ollow these instructions can
result in death, ire, or electrical shock.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power be ore servicing.
Replace all panels be ore operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
GENERAL
SAFETY FIRST
Your sa ety and the sa ety o others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this Job Aid and on the 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 follow the safety alert symbol and either the word
“DA GER” or “WAR I G.” These words mean:
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.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t imme-
diately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don’t follow
instructions.
ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY &
GROUNDING REQUIREMENTS

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ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
(ESD) SENSITIVE ELECTRONICS
ESD problems are present everywhere. ESD
may damage or weaken the electronic control
assembly. The new control assembly may ap-
pear to work well after repair is finished, but
failure may occur at a later date due to ESD
stress.
• Use an antistatic wrist strap. Connect the
wrist strap to a green ground connection
point or unpainted metal in the appliance; or
touch your finger repeatedly to a green ground
connection point or unpainted metal in the
appliance.
• Before removing the part from its package,
touch the antistatic bag to a green ground
connection point or unpainted metal in the
appliance.
• Avoid touching electronic parts or terminal
contacts. Handle the electronic control as-
sembly by the edges only.
• When repackaging the failed electronic con-
trol assembly in an antistatic bag, observe
the above instructions.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Connect green ground wire to ground
screw.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
ANTI-TIP
REQUIREMENTS
Tip Over Hazard
Re rigerator is top heavy and tips easily
when not completely installed.
Keep doors taped closed until re rigera-
tor is completely installed.
Use two or more people to move and
install re rigerator.
Failure do so can result in death or
serious injury.

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER DESIGNATIONS
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
MODEL NUMBER K S S S 4 2 Q K X 0 0
PRODUCT GROUP
K = KitchenAid Brand
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
BR = Bottom Mount Right Hand Hinge
BL = Bottom Mount Left Hand Hinge
SS = Side-By-Side Built-In
MERCHANDISING SCHEME/SERIES
C = Wrap Around Stainless Steel
P = Factory Installed Panel Kit
S = Framed Trim Kit (Panels Not Included)
CAPACITY/ SIZE
36 = 36″Width
42 = 42″Width
48 = 48″Width
FEATURES
D = Ice & Water Dispensing
F = Factory Installed Ice Maker w/Filter
M = Factory Installed Ice Maker wo/Filter
Q = Ice/Crushed Ice & Water Dispensing w/Filter
YEAR OF INTRODUCTION
K = 2001
COLOR CODE
X = No Color Used
ENERGY POWER CONSUMPTION CHANGE
0 = Original, 1 = 1st Change, 2 = 2nd Change, Etc.
ENGINEERING CHANGE (NUMERIC)
0 = Original, 1 = 1st Change, 2 = 2nd Change, Etc.
SERIAL NUMBER Q L 3 0 10003
MANUFACTURING SITE
Q = LaVergne, TN
YEAR OF PRODUCTION
L = 2001
WEEK OF PRODUCTION
30th WEEK
PRODUCT SEQUENCE NUMBER

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MODEL & SERIAL NUMBER LABEL
AND TECH SHEET LOCATIONS
The Model/Serial umber Label and Tech Sheet locations are shown below.
Model & Serial Number Location
(Freezer Compartment)
Tech Sheet Location
(On Unit Compartment Cover)

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number KSSC36FKB KSSC36FKS KSSC36QKS
Model Description Black Architect Series - Non-Disp.
with water filter
Architect Series - Non-Dispenser with
water filter
Stainless Steel Architect Series -
Disp. - with water filter
Size-Configuration 36" 36" 36"
Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) 13 13 13
Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) 7.5 7.5 7.4
Crated Weight (lbs) 500 500 500
Refrigerant 134a 134a 134a
Standard Warranty (Months) 24 24 24
Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) 72 72 72
Sealed System Warranty (Months) 144 144 144
Model Number KSSC42FKB KSSC42FKS KSSC42QKS
Model Description Black Architect Series - Non-Dispenser
with water filter
Architect Series - Non-Dispenser
with water filter
Stainless Steel Architect -
Dispenser with water filter
Size-Configuration 42" 42" 42"
Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) 13 15.6 15.7
Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) 9.1 9.1 8.9
Crated Weight (lbs) 552 552 552
Refrigerant 134a 134a 134a
Standard Warranty (Months) 24 24 24
Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) 72 72 72
Sealed System Warranty (Months) 144 144 144
Model Number KSSC48FKB KSSC48FKS KSSC48QKS
Model Description Black Architect Series - Non-Dispenser
with water filter
Architect Series - Non-Dispenser with
water filter
Stainless Steel Architect Series
with Dispenser with Water Filter
Size-Configuration 48" 48" 48"
Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) 18.3 18.3 18.4
Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) 10.7 10.7 10.5
Crated Weight (lbs) 579 579 579
Refrigerant 134a 134a 134a
Standard Warranty (Months) 24 24 24
Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) 72 72 72
Sealed System Warranty (Months) 144 144 144
Model Number KSSP36QKS KSSP42QKS KSSP48QKS
Model Description Stainless Steel - Dispenser - Factory
Installed Panels with water filter
Stainless Steel - Dispenser - Factory
Installed Panels with water filter
Stainless Steel - Dispenser - Factory
Installed Panels with Water Filter
Size-Configuration 36" 42" 48"
Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) 13 15.7 18.4
Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) 7.4 8.9 10.5
Crated Weight (lbs) 500 552 579
Refrigerant 134a 134a 134a
Standard Warranty (Months) 24 24 24
Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) 72 72 72
Sealed System Warranty (Months) 144 144 144

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Model Number KSSS36FKB KSSS36FKT KSSS36FKW
Model Description Black Trim -Custom Panels Required-
Non-Dispenser with water filter
Biscuit Trim -Custom Panels Required-
Non-Dispenser with water filter
White Trim-Non-Dispenser-Custom
Panels Required with water filter
Size-Configuration 36" 36" 36"
Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) 13 13 13
Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) 7.5 7.5 7.5
Crated Weight (lbs) 500 500 500
Refrigerant 134a 134a 134a
Standard Warranty (Months) 24 24 24
Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) 72 72 72
Sealed System Warranty (Months) 144 144 144
Model Number KSSS36FKX KSSS36QKB KSSS36QKT
Model Description Brushed Aluminum Trim -Custom Panels
Required-Non-Dispenser with water filter
KitchenAid Black
Dispenser Water Filter
KitchenAid Biscuit
Dispenser Water Filter
Size-Configuration 36" 36" Side By Side 36" Side by Side
Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) 13 13 13
Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) 7.5 7.4 7.4
Crated Weight (lbs) 500 500 500
Refrigerant 134a 134a 134a
Standard Warranty (Months) 24 24 24
Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) 72 60 60
Sealed System Warranty (Months) 144 144 144
Model Number KSSS36QKW KSSS36QKX KSSS42FKB
Model Description KitchenAid White Dispenser
with Water Filter
KitchenAid Black Dispenser
with Water Filter
Black Trim - Non-Dispenser with water
filter- Custom Panels Required
Size-Configuration 36" Side By Side 36" Side By Side 42"
Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) 13 13 15.6
Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) 7.4 7.4 9.1
Crated Weight (lbs) 500 500 552
Refrigerant 134a 134a 134a
Standard Warranty (Months) 24 24 24
Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) 60 60 72
Sealed System Warranty (Months) 144 144 144
Model Number KSSS42FKT KSSS42FKW KSSS42FKX
Model Description Biscuit Trim - Non-Dispenser with water
filter- Custom Panels Required
White Trim - Non-Dispenser with water
filter- Custom Panels Required
Brushed Aluminum Trim - Non-Dispenser
with water filter- Custom Panels Required
Size-Configuration 42" 42" 42"
Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) 15.6 15.6 15.6
Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) 9.1 9.1 9.1
Crated Weight (lbs) 552 552 552
Refrigerant 134a 134a 134a
Standard Warranty (Months) 24 24 24
Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) 72 72 72
Sealed System Warranty (Months) 144 144 144

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Model Number KSSS42QKB KSSS42QKT KSSS42QKW
Model Description KitchenAid Black Dispenser
Water with Filter
KitchenAid Biscuit
with Water Filter KitchenAid White Water Filter
Size-Configuration 42" Side by Side 42" Side by Side 42" Side by Side
Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) 15.7 15.7 15.7
Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) 8.9 8.9 8.9
Crated Weight (lbs) 552 552 552
Refrigerant 134a 134a 134a
Standard Warranty (Months) 24 2 4 24
Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) 72 7 2 72
Sealed System Warranty (Months) 144 144 144
Model Number KSSS42QKX KSSS48FKB KSSS48FKT
Model Description Black Dispenser-Brushed Aluminum
Trim-Custom Panels Required
Black Trim Model-Custom
Panels Required-Non-Dispenser
with water filter
Biscuit Trim Model-Custom Panels
Required-Non-Dispenser with water filter
Size-Configuration 42" 48" 48"
Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) 15.7 18.3 18.3
Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) 8.9 10.7 10.7
Crated Weight (lbs) 552 579 579
Refrigerant 134a 134a 134a
Standard Warranty (Months) 24 2 4 24
Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) 72 7 2 72
Sealed System Warranty (Months) 144 144 144
Model Number KSSS48FKW KSSS48FKX KSSS48QKB
Model Description White Trim Model-Custom Panels Required-
Non-Dispenser with water filter
Brushed Aluminum Trim Model-
Custom Panels Required-Non-
Dispenser with water filter
KitchenAid Black Dispenser
Water with Filter
Size-Configuration 48" 48" 48" Side by Side
Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) 18.3 18.3 18.4
Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) 10.7 10.7 10.5
Crated Weight (lbs) 579 579 579
Refrigerant 134a 134a 134a
Standard Warranty (Months) 24 2 4 24
Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) 72 7 2 72
Sealed System Warranty (Months) 144 144 144
Model Number KSSS48QKT KSSS48QKW KSSS48QKX
Model Description KitchenAid Biscuit Dispenser
with Water Filter
KitchenAid White Dispenser
Water with Filter
KitchenAid Water Filter Black Dispenser-
Brushed Aluminum Trim-
Size-Configuration 48" Side by Side 48" Side by Side 48" Side by Side
Refrigerator Volume (Cu Ft) 18.4 18.4 18.4
Freezer Volume (Cu Ft) 10.5 10.5 10.5
Crated Weight (lbs) 579 579 579
Refrigerant 134a 134a 134a
Standard Warranty (Months) 24 2 4 24
Full Liner And Sealed System Warranty (Months) 72 7 2 72
Sealed System Warranty (Months) 144 144 144

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KITCHENAID® BUILT-IN REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY
TWO-YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON REFRIGERATOR
For two years from the date of installation, when this refrigerator (excluding the water filter cartridges) is operated
and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for factory
specified replacement parts and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship. Replacement parts
and labor costs to correct defects in light bulbs, one year. Service must be provided by a KitchenAid designated
service company.
Water filter cartridge: 30 day limited warranty on water filter. For 30 days from the date of purchase, when this filter
is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay
for replacement parts to correct defects in materials and workmanship.
THIRD THROUGH SIXTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
In third through sixth years from the date of installation, when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according
to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for factory specified replacement parts
and repair labor costs to correct defects in materials or workmanship in the sealed refrigeration system. These parts
are: compressor, evaporator, condenser, dryer, and connecting tubing. Service must be performed by a KitchenAid
designated service company.
SEVENTH THROUGH TWELFTH YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
In seventh through twelfth years from date of installation, when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according
to instructions attached to or furnished with the product, KitchenAid will pay for factory specified replacement parts
to correct defects in materials or workmanship in the sealed refrigeration system. These parts are: compressor,
evaporator, condenser, dryer, and connecting tubing.
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
For the life of the product, when this refrigerator is operated and maintained according to instructions attached to or
furnished with the product, KitchenAid will replace all Door Bins due to defective materials or workmanship.
KitchenAid will not pay or:
1. Service calls to correct the installation of the refrigerator, to instruct you how to use the refrigerator, to replace
house fuses or correct house wiring or plumbing, to replace light bulbs, or to replace water filters other than as
noted above.
2. Repairs when the refrigerator is used in other than normal, single-family household use.
3. Pickup and delivery. The refrigerator is designed to be repaired in the home.
4. Damage resulting from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, improper installation, acts of God, or use
of products not approved by KitchenAid or KitchenAid Canada.
5. Any food or medicine loss due to product failure.
6. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the appliance.
7. Removal and replacement of trim or decorative panels that interfere with servicing the product.
8. Labor or parts installed by any non-designated service company during the full warranty period, unless approved
by KitchenAid before service is performed.
9. In Canada, travel or transportation expenses for customers who reside in remote areas.
10. Any labor costs during the limited warranty periods, except as stated above.
KITCHENAID AND KITCHENAID CANADA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL DAMAGES.
Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this
exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.
Outside the 50 United States and Canada, a different warranty may apply. Contact your authorized KitchenAid
dealer to determine if another warranty applies.
If you need service, first see the “Troubleshooting” section of the Use & Care Guide. After checking “Trouble-
shooting,” additional help can be found by checking the “Assistance or Service” section or by calling the
KitchenAid Customer Interaction Center, 1-800-422-1230 (toll-free), from anywhere in the U.S.A. In Canada,
contact your designated KitchenAid Canada Appliance service company or call: 1-800-807-6777.

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INSTALLATION INFORMATION
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
Side View
251 / 8"
(64 cm)
3
2
1
231 / 2"
(60 cm)
24"
(61 cm)
831 / 8"
(211 cm)*
31
/ 2" (9 cm)*
1. 25-1/8" (64 cm) dimension is to front of top grille
2. Power cord (24") (61 cm)
3. 5 ft. (1.5 m) water line tubing taped to back
NOTE: (*) Dimensions shown are for leg level-
ers extended 1/8″ ( mm) below the rollers. For
levelers fully extended 1-1/4″ ( 2 mm) below
the rollers, add 1-1/8″ (29 mm) to this dimen-
sion.
Top View
Model Width A
36 " (91 cm)
42
" (106 cm)
48
" (122 cm)
35
" (89 cm)
41
" (104 cm)
47
" (119 cm)
25-1/8"
(64 cm)
A
Front View
83
1
/ 8 "
(211 cm)
A
(see chart following)
Width of Refrigerator
36 " (91 cm)
42
" (106 cm)
48
" (122 cm)
36-1/4
" (92 cm)
42-1/4
" (107 cm)
48-1/4
" (123 cm)
Model Width A (as shown above)
NOTE: The width dimensions shown represent
the distance from outside trim to outside trim.

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1
1. A 1/2" (12.7 mm) space is require
d
Openings
The built-in refrigerator can be installed into a
recessed opening in the cabinets, or at the end
of cabinets using a side panel to enclose the
refrigerator side. The installation requires a
1/2″ (12.7 mm) clearance to remove the top
grille and for proper air flow.
Wall studs must be located on the rear wall 80″
to 90″ (20 - 229 cm) above the floor.
The solid soffit must be within 1″ (2.5 cm)
maximum above the refrigerator. If the solid
soffit is higher than 1″ (2.5 cm), or one is not
available, then the refrigerator must be braced
to prevent tipping during use. See “Anti-Tip
Boards” on page 2- .
A grounded electrical outlet should be placed
in the top shaded area, 4″ (10.2 cm) from the
right side of the cabinets or end panel.
The water shutoff should be located in the base
cabinet on either side of the refrigerator. The
right side is recommended. The access hole
through the right cabinet must be within 1/2″
(12.7 mm) of the rear wall.
A 1/2″ (12.7 mm) hole for plumbing should be
within the bottom shaded area. The water line
can be through the floor or wall. If the recom-
mended water line location is used, no addi-
tional plumbing is necessary.
80" - 90"
(203-229 cm) 4"
(10.2 cm)
6"
(15.2 cm)
3" (7.6 cm)
83-1/4" (211.5 cm) min.
84-3/4" (215 cm) max.
to bottom of solid soffit.
(60 cm) min.
11"
(28 cm)
77"
(196 cm)
A
Width
(see chart following)
1
2
4
6"
(15.2 cm)
6"
(15.2 cm)
3
1. Stud location
2. Grounded electrical outlet location
3. Recommended water shutoff valve location
4. Plumbing hole and water line location (wall or floor)
36 " (91.4 cm)
42
" (106.7 cm)
48
" (121.9 cm)
35-1/2
" (90.2 cm)
41-1/2
" (105.4 cm)
47-1/2
" (120.7 cm)
Model Width A (as shown above)
Width of Opening:
23-1/2"

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WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT:
• If you turn the refrigerator on before the
water line is connected, turn the ice maker
off.
• All installations must meet local plumbing
code requirements.
• Use copper tubing and check for leaks. In-
stall copper tubing only in areas where tem-
peratures will remain above freezing.
A kit is available with a 1/4″ (6. 5 mm) saddle-
type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing.
Before purchasing the kit, make sure that a
saddle-type valve complies with local plumb-
ing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or a /16″
(4.76 mm) saddle valve because they reduce
water flow and clog easily.
Connect the ice maker to a cold water line with
water pressure between 15 and 100 psi (10 -
690 kPa). If you have questions about water
pressure, contact the water utility company.
ANTI-TIP BOARDS
IMPORTANT:
• The solid soffit must be within 1″ (2.5 cm)
maximum above the refrigerator. If the solid
soffit is higher than 1″ (2.5 cm), or one is not
available, prevent the refrigerator from tip-
ping during use, as shown.
• It is recommended that the boards be in-
stalled before the refrigerator is installed.
• Boards must be long enough to fully cover
the width of the compressor cover.
21
3
2" (5 cm)
4
1. Center board 1/4" (6 mm) max. above refrigerato
r
2. Two 2" x 4" x 32" (5 cm x 10 cm x 81 cm) boards
3. Attach to studs with 6-#8 x 3" (7.6 cm) screws
4. Compressor cover
To Install The Anti-Tip Boards:
1. Mark the stud locations on the rear wall
80″ to 90″ (20 - 229 cm) above the floor.
2. Securely attach one or two 2″ x 4″ x 2″
(5 cm x 10 cm x 81 cm) wood boards to the
wall studs behind the refrigerator. Use six
#8 x ″ (7.6 cm) or longer wood screws.
The wood screws must be screwed into
the studs at least 1-1/2″ ( .8 cm). The
boards must overlap the compressor cover.
• Locate the boards so the bottom surface of
the boards are 84″ (21 cm) from the floor.
• During installation, raise the refrigerator up
so there is 1/4″ (6.4 mm) maximum between
the top of the refrigerator and the bottom of
the anti-tip boards. Do not crush the con-
denser cover when raising the rear leveling
legs.

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LOWERING THE LEVELING LEGS
All four leveling legs must contact the floor to
support and stabilize the full weight of the
refrigerator. Rollers are for moving the refrig-
erator, and not for permanent support.
Use a socket wrench to turn the leg levelers on
both sides of the refrigerator to the right (clock-
wise) until the refrigerator weight is supported
by the legs. The rollers should be off the floor.
To avoid cabinet damage, do not apply more
than 50 in/lbs (58 cm/kg) of torque to the
leveling legs.
1 2
1. Rear leveling legs
2. Front leveling legs
LEVELING THE REFRIGERATOR
NOTE: Door panels must be installed before
leveling.
1. Open the doors and place a level on top of
the refrigerator frame. Check to see if the
refrigerator is level from left to right.
2. Use the leveling bolts to adjust the leveling
legs until the refrigerator is level from left
to right.
. Place a level on the shelves and check to
see if the refrigerator is level from front to
back.
4. Use the leveling bolts to adjust the leveling
legs until the refrigerator is level from front
to back.
5. Make sure that all four leveling legs con-
tact the floor and support the full weight of
the refrigerator.
6. Make a final check to see that the refrig-
erator is level.
ADJUSTING THE DOORS
Door Alignment
Use the following steps to adjust the door
alignment to the left, right, in, or out.
1. Inspect the spacing of the gap between
the freezer and refrigerator doors. Make
sure that the spacing between the doors is
the same distance at the top and bottom.
1
22
1. Level to check left to right leveling
2. Level to check front to back leveling
1
2
1
2
1. Rear leveling bolt
2. Front leveling bolt
1
1. Uneven door gap
2. If the door gap is uneven, the side trim
must be removed so that you can see the
entire door gasket liner. Remove the six
phillips screws holding the side trim.

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. Loosen the four /8″ hex-head screws on
top of both door hinges.
1
1. Mounting screws
4. Adjust the hinges so that the door gap is
the same distance at the top and bottom.
5. Check the side door gasket gap. Make
sure that the distance is the same at the
top and bottom. Adjust the hinges, as
necessary.
6. Recheck the front door gap spacing to
make sure that it is properly aligned and
even.
7. Tighten the top hinge screws securely.
8. Reinstall the side door trim.
Door Height Adjustment
Use the following steps to adjust the door
height up or down after the doors have been
leveled.
1. Open the freezer or refrigerator door and
locate the hinge assembly at the bottom of
the door.
1. Locking plate
2. Door stop screw
3. Bushing
2. Use an allen wrench and remove the door
stop screw and locking plate from the
bottom door hinge.
. Use an open-end wrench and turn the
bushing, located under the bottom of the
hinge, to the left to raise the door, or to the
right to lower the door.
4. Replace the locking plate and door stop
screw. Turn the bushing slightly to align
the hinge and locking plate screw holes.

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Door Swing Adjustment
1. Open the refrigerator and freezer doors
and make sure that they open freely. If a
door opens too wide, remove the door
stop screw from the bottom hinge.
1. Door stoop setscrew (130 ° position)
2. 110
° position.
3. 90
° position.
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2. Move the door to the desired open posi-
tion, and then reinstall the door stop screw
at one of the three holes that is closest to
the desired position.

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THEORY OF OPERATION
OVERVIEW
The KitchenAid Built-In Refrigerator Constant
Flow Temperature Management System uses
two thermistors to monitor temperature changes
inside the refrigerator and free er compart-
ments. The electronic control manages the
operation of the variable capacity compressor
(VCC), a variable speed evaporator fan motor,
and a variable position air door. The air door
allows independent temperature control of the
refrigerator and free er compartments.
The electronic control seeks the most efficient
means possible to maintain temperatures as it
controls the operation and speed of the com-
pressor and the evaporator fan motor. Higher
fan speed is used before increasing the com-
pressor speed to minimi e power consump-
tion. A nearly constant run time is sought at the
lowest possible fan and compressor speed.
Free er temperatures can be set from 9°F to
–9°F (–13°C to –23°C). Refrigerator tempera-
tures can be set from 46°F to 32°F, (8°C to
0°C).
The Adaptive Defrost Control (ADC) portion of
the electronic control utili es “pulsed defrost”
technology to perform the defrost function (see
page 3-4).
THE ELECTRONIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL PANEL
Power
On/Off
Warmer
Colder
Warmer
Colder
FREEZER REFRIGERATOR
WATER FILTER
PERCENT LEFT
RESET
°C
SELECT
The electronic control monitors the water valve
for total elapsed time and gallons of water
used. The number displayed on the Water
Filter Indicator (WFI) is the percentage of filter
usage remaining.
The numeric display can be set for Fahrenheit
or Celsius and displays the actual tempera-
tures. The display range for the refrigerator is
from 27°F to 70°F. The normal free er display
range is from –9°F to 70°F. Temperatures
above or below these limits will be displayed at
the corresponding temperature limit. During
Max Cool, the free er display will read –10°F,
and the refrigerator will read 32°F.
The display will show the temperature setting
any time the actual temperature is within ±6°F
of the customer setting. This will prevent con-
cern over temperature fluctuations when the
doors are opened. Press the temperature ad-
justment key to view the current temperature
setting, or to change the setting. When the
temperature adjustment key is used to change
the temperature setting, the display will brighten
for 5 seconds.
Available features include:
• Water Filter Indicator
• Max Cool
• Over-Temperature Alarm
• Holiday Mode

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Freezer Temperature Co trol —
Temperature Decreasi g
When the free er temperature begins to de-
crease, the process will reverse. The compres-
sor speed decreases, followed by the evapo-
rator fan speed.
Refrigerator Temperature Co trol —
Temperature I creasi g
When the refrigerator calls for cooling while
the free er is satisfied, the air door begins to
open, and the evaporator fan starts to run at
minimum speed. If the temperature continues
to rise, the air door will continue to open. If the
temperature continues to rise after the air door
is fully open, the evaporator fan speed will
gradually increase to a maximum of 3000 rpm.
If the temperature continues to rise, the com-
pressor starts to run, or if it has already been
running, begins to increase in speed.
Refrigerator Temperature Co trol —
Temperature Decreasi g
As the refrigerator temperature approaches the
selected setting, the control compares the tem-
peratures in both compartments to determine
which compartment will control the fan speed.
If the free er is further from the selected tem-
perature setting, it controls the fan speed, and
the air door begins to close, thus reducing the
airflow to the refrigerator.
If the free er is satisfied, the air door remains
open, and the fan speed begins to decrease.
When the selected temperature setting is
reached, the air door closes.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
The electronic control checks the resistance of
the thermistors, and compares it to both the
customer temperature settings and the last
thermistor reading taken. This information is
used to determine when to begin a cooling
operation, and if a change is necessary in the
damper setting, or the evaporator fan or com-
pressor speed.
When a warm refrigerator is first put into a
cooling mode, the air door partially opens, and
the compressor and evaporator fan motors
start to run at maximum rpm. The air door will
gradually move to its fully open position.
As the actual temperature in the refrigerator
nears the selected temperature setting, the
electronic control compares the temperatures
in both compartments. The compartment that
has the greatest need for cooling, will control
the speed of the evaporator fan motor.
Freezer Temperature Co trol —
Temperature I creasi g
When the free er calls for cooling, the com-
pressor begins to run at minimum rpm, (see the
chart on page 3-3), and the evaporator fan
begins to run at 2000 rpm. The compressor
and evaporator speeds are continuously up-
dated. Speed changes are made based on:
• The difference between the actual tempera-
ture and the selected temperature settings.
• The rate of temperature change.
If the temperature increases 4°F above the
selected temperature setting, the evaporator
fan speed begins to gradually increase. The
evaporator fan motor reaches the maximum
speed of 3000 rpm at 5°F above the selected
temperature setting, and the compressor speed
begins to gradually increase. A maximum com-
pressor speed of 4500 rpm will be reached at
9°F above the selected temperature setting.