KitchenAid TOP-MOUNT REFRIGERATOR manual Standard Door, Contour Door, Replace Doors and Hinges

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Standard Door

Graphics are included later in this section.

Door Stop Screw

Door Hinge Hole Plug

Door Handle Sealing Screw

Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug

Flat-Head Handle Screw

Round-Head Handle Screw

Door Handle Seal Screw Front

Shoulder Handle Screw

Cabinet

1.Remove ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head hinge screws from handle side and move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-1.

2.Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top and move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown. See

Graphic 1-2.

Freezer door

1.Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts together. See Graphic 2.

2.Remove door hinge hole plug. Move to opposite side as shown. See Graphic 3.

3.Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side of freezer door as shown. See Graphic 4.

4.Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of freezer door as shown. See Graphic 5.

5.Position handle on opposite side of freezer door. Assemble handles on door as shown. See Graphic 2.

6.Tighten all screws. Set aside door until hinges and refrigerator compartment door are in place.

Refrigerator door

1.Remove refrigerator handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts together. See Graphic 6-1.

2.Remove shoulder handle screw from refrigerator door as shown. Keep all parts together. See Graphic 6-2.

3.Remove door hinge hole plug from refrigerator door. Move to opposite side hinge hole as shown. See Graphic 3.

4.Remove door handle sealing screws. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown. See Graphic 4.

5.Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown. See Graphic 7.

6.Position shoulder handle screw on opposite side of refrigerator door and drive screw as shown. See Graphic 6-2.

7.Remove door stop. Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown. See Graphic 5.

8.Position refrigerator handle on opposite side of the refrigerator door as shown in Graphic 6-3. Drive the top two screws in handle first. Align the lower portion of handle and drive bottom screw.

9.Tighten all screws. Set aside the refrigerator door until the bottom hinge is installed on the product.

Contour Door

Graphics are included later in this section.

Round-Head

Door Handle

Door Hinge

Handle Screw

Screw Hole Plug

Hole Plug

Cabinet

1.Remove ⁵⁄₁₆" hex-head hinge screws from handle side and move them to opposite side. See Graphic 1-1.

2.Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from the cabinet top and move them to opposite side hinge holes as shown in Graphic 1-2.

Doors

1.Remove door hinge hole plug from top of freezer door. Move to opposite side as shown in Graphic 2.

2.Remove door stop from both the freezer and refrigerator door. See Graphic 3.

NOTE: When reversing the door, the freezer handle becomes the refrigerator door handle and the refrigerator door handle becomes the freezer handle. See Door Handle Reversal graphic.

3.Remove freezer handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts together. See Graphic 4.

4.Remove refrigerator handle assembly as shown. Keep all parts together. See Graphic 5.

5.Rotate and position handle from refrigerator door onto freezer door and assemble as shown in Graphic 6.

6.Rotate and position handle from freezer door onto refrigerator door and assemble as shown in Graphic 7.

7.Reinstall door stops to opposite side. See Graphic 8.

Replace Doors and Hinges

NOTE: Graphic may be reversed if door swing is reversed.

1.Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown and tighten screws. See Bottom Hinge graphic. Replace the refrigerator door.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the doors in place while you are working.

2.Assemble the parts for the center hinge as shown and tighten all screws. See Center Hinge graphic. Replace the freezer door.

3.Assemble the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Do not tighten screws completely.

4.Line up the doors so that the bottom of the freezer door aligns evenly with the top of the refrigerator door. Tighten all screws.

Final Steps

1.Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are in place. Reinstall top hinge cover. See Top Hinge graphic.

NOTE: On the left-hand side of the base grille there is a removable tab which is a bottom hinge hole plug. Break off the tab from the base grille and insert the bottom hinge hole plug into the bottom hinge holes. See Base Grille graphic.

2.Replace the base grille. See Base Grille graphic.

3.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

4.Reset the controls. See “Using the Controls.”

5.Return all removable door parts to the doors and food to the product.

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Contents TOP-MOUNT Refrigerator Table of Contents/Table des matièresTable DES Matières RefrigeratorsafetyRemove the Packaging Materials Installation InstructionsUnpack the Refrigerator Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or FreezerWater Supply Requirements Clean Before UsingLocation Requirements Electrical RequirementsConnect to Water Line Connectthe Water SupplyWater Pressure Reverse Osmosis Water SupplyReverse Doors optional on some models RefrigeratorDoorsRemove Handle Architect Series Remove Doors and Hinges all modelsFinal Steps Standard DoorContour Door Replace Doors and HingesStandard Door Removal ReplacementContour Door Swing Reversal optionalArchitect Series Door Closing Adjustthe DoorsPrepare the Water System Normal SoundsRefrigerator USE Usingthe ControlsAdjusting Controls Mid-settingWaterFilter Status Light Water DispenserWaterFiltration System Ice Maker Refrigerator FeaturesRefrigerator Shelves Crisper Humidity Control Crispers and Meat DrawersFreezer Features Door Rails Door FeaturesAdjustable Utility Compartment & Tray Can Racksand Door BinsRefrigerator Care CleaningPower Interruptions To Clean Your RefrigeratorVacation and MovingCare TroubleshootingWater dispenser will not operate properly Refrigerator seems to make too much noiseIce maker is not producing ice or not enough ice Off-taste, odor or gray color in the iceU.S.A Assistance or ServiceWater Filter Certifications AccessoriesCanada Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters Product Data SheetsKitchenAid will not pay for Kitchenaid Refrigerator WarrantyAvant de jeter votre vieux réfrigérateur ou congélateur Sécurité DU RéfrigérateurEnlèvement des matériaux d’emballage Instructions D’INSTALLATIONEmplacement d’installation Déballage du réfrigérateurSpécifications de l’alimentation en eau Spécifications électriquesRaccordement dela canalisation deau Raccordement au réfrigérateur Style Enlèvement des portes et des charnières tous modèles Portes du réfrigérateurEnlèvement de la poignée Série Architect Porte standardPorte Contour Remplacement des portes et des charnièresPorte du compartiment de congélation Porte du réfrigérateurDémontage et réinstallation de la porte Inversion douverture de la porte option Série Architect Fermeture des portes Ajustementdes portesPréparation du système d’eau Sons normauxRéglage moyen Utilisation des commandesAjustement des réglages de commande Utilisation DU RéfrigérateurLe témoin lumineux de l’état du filtre à eau Distributeur d’eauSystème de filtration d’eau Utilisation du distributeur sans filtre à eau Purge du système d’eau après le remplacement du filtreMachine à glaçons Mise en marche/arrêt de la machine à glaçonsBacs à légumeset tiroirsàviande Tiroirs Pour retirer et réinstaller un tiroirCaractéristiques DU Réfrigérateur Tablettesdu réfrigérateurCasierutilitaire ou oeufrier Réglage de l’humidité dansle bac à légumesTiroir à viande réfrigéré Casier à vin ou porte-cannettes/bouteillesPlancher de congélateurcoulissant Caractéristiques DU CongélateurCaractéristiques DE LA Porte Clayette de congélateurPorte-cannettes et balconnets Pour retirer et réinstaller les porte-cannettes/balconnetsTringles dansla porte Compartiment utilitaire et plateau réglablesNettoyage du réfrigérateur Remplacement des ampoulesd’éclairageEntretien DU Réfrigérateur NettoyageEntretien avant les vacances ou lors ’un déménagement Pannes de courantDéménagement Dépannage ’eau coule du distributeur Mauvais goût, odeur ou couleur grise des glaçonsLe distributeur d’eau ne fonctionne pas bien Le débit d’eau du distributeur diminue beaucoupAccessoires Assistance OU ServiceSystème de filtration d’eau à la grille de la base Feuilles DE Données SUR LE ProduitKitchenAid ne paiera pas pour Garantie DU Réfrigérateur Kitchenaid2301879

TOP-MOUNT REFRIGERATOR specifications

The KitchenAid Top-Mount Refrigerator is a perfect blend of style, functionality, and convenience, designed to meet the needs of modern kitchens. Its classic top-mount design features a fresh food compartment situated above a spacious freezer, providing easy access to frequently used items. This thoughtful layout enhances efficiency while maintaining an elegant look that complements any kitchen decor.

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The refrigerator also boasts a powerful ice-making capability, thanks to the In-Door-Ice system, which frees up valuable shelf space inside the freezer. Ice is conveniently stored in the door, allowing for more room to store frozen foods. Additionally, the refrigerator comes equipped with adjustable bins and shelving, enabling users to customize the interior layout to fit their specific storage needs. This flexibility ensures that everything from tall bottles to large containers can be stored with ease.

Another impressive characteristic is the LED lighting that illuminates the interior. This energy-efficient lighting not only enhances visibility but also contributes to the overall aesthetics, giving a clean and modern look to the refrigerator's interior.

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In terms of energy efficiency, the KitchenAid model meets or exceeds ENERGY STAR® standards, ensuring that consumers can enjoy their appliance without excessive energy bills.

Overall, the KitchenAid Top-Mount Refrigerator embodies quality craftsmanship and innovative technology, making it an ideal choice for those seeking reliability and style in their kitchen. Whether you’re storing fruits and vegetables or preparing for a family gathering, this refrigerator provides ample space, efficient cooling, and modern features that make it a worthwhile investment. It combines practicality with sophistication, reflecting KitchenAid’s commitment to creating appliances that elevate the culinary experience.