KitchenAid Bottom-Mount Refrigerator, KBLA20ELSS0, KBRA20EMSS Troubleshooting, Power Interruptions

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Power Interruptions

If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep both refrigerator doors closed to help food stay cold and frozen.

If the power will be out for more than 24 hours, do one of the following:

■Remove all frozen food and store it in a frozen food locker.

■Place 2 lbs. (907 g) of dry ice in the freezer for every cubic foot (28 L) of freezer space. This will keep the food frozen for two to four days.

■If neither a food locker nor dry ice is available, consume or can perishable food at once.

REMEMBER: A full freezer stays cold longer than a partially filled one. A freezer full of meat stays cold longer than a freezer full of baked goods. If you see that food contains ice crystals, it may be refrozen, although the quality and flavor may be affected. If the condition of the food is poor, dispose of it.

4.Depending on your model, turn the Thermostat Control or Refrigerator Control to OFF. See the “Using the Control(s)” section.

5.Unplug the refrigerator.

6.Empty water from the defrost pan.

7.Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.

8.Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them together so they don’t shift and rattle during the move.

9.Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so it rolls more easily OR screw in the leveling legs so they don't scrape the floor. See the “Door Closing” or “Leveling Your Refrigerator” section.

10.Tape the doors shut and the power cord to the refrigerator cabinet.

When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to the “Refrigerator Installation” section for preparation instructions. Also, if your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, remember to reconnect the water supply to the refrigerator.

Vacation and Moving Care

Vacations

If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you’re away:

1.Use up any perishables and freeze other items.

2.If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

■Raise wire shutoff arm to OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting.

■Shut off water supply to the ice maker.

3.Empty the ice bin.

If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave:

1.Remove all food 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, raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting.

3.Depending on your model, turn the Thermostat Control or Refrigerator Control to OFF. See the “Using the Control(s)” section.

4.Clean refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well.

5.Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold from building up.

Moving

When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow these steps to prepare it for the move.

1.If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

■Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time.

■Disconnect the water line from the back of the refrigerator.

■When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shutoff arm to the OFF (up) position or move the switch to the OFF (right) setting.

2.Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food in dry ice.

3.Empty the ice bin.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.

Your refrigerator will not operate

■Is the power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

■Has a household fuse or circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.

■Is the Refrigerator Control turned to the OFF position? See the “Using the Control(s)” section.

■Is the refrigerator defrosting? Recheck to see if the refrigerator is operating in 30 minutes. Your refrigerator will regularly run an automatic defrost cycle.

The lights do not work

■Is the power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

■Is a light bulb loose in the socket or burned out? See the “Changing the Light Bulb(s)” section.

There is water in the defrost drain pan

■Is the refrigerator defrosting? The water will evaporate. It is normal for water to drip into the defrost pan.

■Is it more humid than normal? When it is humid, expect that the water in the defrost pan will take longer to evaporate.

The motor seems to run too much

■Is the room temperature hotter than normal? The motor will run longer under warm conditions. At normal room temperatures, your motor will run about 40% to 80% of the time. Under warmer conditions, it will run even more.

■Has a large amount of food just been added to the refrigerator? Adding a large amount of food warms the refrigerator. The motor normally will run longer to cool the refrigerator back down.

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Contents BOTTOM-MOUNT Refrigerator Réfrigérateur SuperposéUse & Care Guide Guide d’utilisation et d’entretienTable of Contents Table DES MatièresRefrigerator Safety Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezerRefrigerator Installation Cleaning before useUnpacking Location RequirementsConnecting to Water Line Electrical RequirementsWater Supply Connection Recommended grounding methodConnecting to Refrigerator Base GrilleRemoving the base grille Replacing the base grilleRefrigerator Doors Door and Hinge Replacement Door Reversal on some Architect Series modelsDoor Reversal Panel Series Final StepsDoor Swing Reversal optional Architect SeriesPanel Series Door Closing Door Closing and AlignmentWater System Preparation Factory Trim Kit Dimensions for Custom Wood Panels Dimensions for Routing Door Panel Side ViewNormal Sounds 20 cu. ft. Refrigerator doorUsing the Controls Adjusting Control SettingsMid-setting Refrigerator USEIce Maker Water DispenserInterior Water Filtration System Meat Drawer and Cover Refrigerator FeaturesRefrigerator Shelves Freezer Features Crisper and Crisper CoverCrisper Humidity Control Utility or Egg BinDoor Features Ice ShelfDoor Retainer Door BinsChanging the Light Bulb CleaningRefrigerator Care Vacation and Moving Care TroubleshootingPower Interruptions Refrigerator seems to make too much noise Ice maker is not producing ice or not enough iceOff-taste, odor or gray color in the ice Water dispenser will not operate properlyAssistance Or Service U.S.ACanada AccessoriesWater Filter Certifications Performance Data Sheets Application Guidelines/Water Supply ParametersKitchenaid Refrigerator Warranty KitchenAid will not pay forPage Sécurité DU Réfrigérateur Avant de jeter votre vieux réfrigérateur ou congélateurInstallation DU Réfrigérateur Emplacement d’installationDéballage Nettoyage avant l’utilisationMéthode recommandée de mise à la terre Spécifications électriquesRaccordement de la canalisation d’eau Arrivée d’eau froideGrille de la base Raccordement au réfrigérateurPour enlever la grille de la base Pour replacer la grille de la basePortes du réfrigérateur Remplacement de la porte et des charnières Inversion des portes série avec panneaux décoratifsÉtapes finales CaisseInversion du sens douverture des portes option Série ArchitectSérie avec panneaux décoratifs Fermeture des portes Fermeture et alignement des portesPréparation du système d’eau Remplacement des panneaux de porte Installation des panneaux personnalisés en boisEnsemble décoratif de l’usine Enlèvement des panneaux de la porteDimensions pour les panneaux en bois personnalisés Dimensions pour lusinage du panneau de porte vue latéraleSons normaux Porte du réfrigérateur de 20 pi cuRéglage moyen Utilisation des commandesPour s’assurer d’une circulation d’air Appropriée Ajustement des réglages de commande Distributeur d’eauSystème de filtration d’eau intérieur Distribution d’eauRemplacement de la cartouche de filtre à eau intérieur Machine à glaçonsTablettes du réfrigérateur Mise en marche/arrêt de la machine à glaçonsBac à légumes et couvercle Tiroir à viande et couvercleCasier utilitaire ou oeufrier Réglage de l’humidité dans le bac à LégumesPaniers de congélateur Caractéristiques DE LA Porte Tablette à glaçonsBalconnets dans la porte Dispositif de retenue de la porteRemplacement de l’ampoule d’éclairage Remplacement de lampoule du compartiment de réfrigérationEntretien DU Réfrigérateur NettoyageRemplacement de lampoule du compartiment de congélation Pannes de courantEntretien avant les vacances ou lors d’un Déménagement VacancesDépannage Mauvais goût, odeur ou couleur grise des glaçons Le distributeur d’eau ne fonctionne pas bienLe débit d’eau du distributeur diminue beaucoup ’eau coule du distributeur’eau du distributeur n’est pas assez froide La cloison entre les deux sections est tièdeLa température est trop tiède Il existe une accumulation d’humidité à l’intérieurAssistance OU Service AccessoiresFeuilles DE Données SUR LE Produit Système de filtration d’eau intérieurGarantie DU Réfrigérateur Kitchenaid KitchenAid ne paiera pas pour12642709SP/2225031A All rights reserved

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