KitchenAid KBRA20ELSS0 manual Electrical Requirements, Water Supply Connection, Cold Water Supply

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Electrical Requirements

WARNING

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.

Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is important to make sure you have the proper electrical connection:

Recommended grounding method

A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused, grounded electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension cord.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or removing a light bulb, turn the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to the desired setting.

Water Supply Connection

(For Automatic Ice Maker - Accessory)

Read all directions carefully before you begin.

IMPORTANT:

■If operating the refrigerator before installing the water connection, turn ice maker to the OFF position (arm up) to prevent operation without water.

■All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.

■Use copper tubing and check for leaks.

■Install copper tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.

■It may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to begin producing ice.

Tools required:

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Flat-blade screwdriver

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Center punch

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¹⁄₂ in. open-end wrench or

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Bucket

 

adjustable wrench

 

 

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¹⁄₄ in. and ⁵⁄₁₆ in. drill bit

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Towel

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Hand drill or electric drill

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Gloves

 

(properly grounded)

 

 

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Hammer

 

 

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a ¹⁄₄ in. (6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or ³⁄₁₆ in. (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

Cold Water Supply

The ice maker water valve contains a flow washer which is used as a water pressure regulator. The ice maker needs to be connected to a cold water line with water pressure between

20and 120 psi (140-827 kPa). If a problem occurs, call your utility company.

Connecting to Water Line

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water.

3.Find a ¹⁄₂ in. to 1¹⁄₄ in. (12.7 mm to 3.18 mm) vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator.

NOTE: Horizontal pipe will work, but the following procedure

must be followed: Drill on the top side of the pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill. This also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

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Contents Réfrigérateur Superposé BOTTOM-MOUNT RefrigeratorUse & Care Guide Guide d’utilisation et d’entretienTable DES Matières Table of ContentsBefore you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer Refrigerator SafetyCleaning before use Refrigerator InstallationUnpacking Location RequirementsElectrical Requirements Connecting to Water LineWater Supply Connection Recommended grounding methodBase Grille Connecting to RefrigeratorRemoving the base grille Replacing the base grilleRefrigerator Doors Door Reversal on some Architect Series models Door and Hinge ReplacementDoor Reversal Panel Series Final StepsArchitect Series Door Swing Reversal optionalPanel Series Door Closing Door Closing and AlignmentWater System Preparation Factory Trim Kit Dimensions for Routing Door Panel Side View Dimensions for Custom Wood PanelsNormal Sounds 20 cu. ft. Refrigerator doorAdjusting Control Settings Using the ControlsMid-setting Refrigerator USEIce Maker Water DispenserInterior Water Filtration System Meat Drawer and Cover Refrigerator FeaturesRefrigerator Shelves Crisper and Crisper Cover Freezer FeaturesCrisper Humidity Control Utility or Egg BinIce Shelf Door FeaturesDoor Retainer Door BinsChanging the Light Bulb CleaningRefrigerator Care Vacation and Moving Care TroubleshootingPower Interruptions Ice maker is not producing ice or not enough ice Refrigerator seems to make too much noiseOff-taste, odor or gray color in the ice Water dispenser will not operate properlyU.S.A Assistance Or ServiceCanada AccessoriesWater Filter Certifications Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters Performance Data SheetsKitchenAid will not pay for Kitchenaid Refrigerator WarrantyPage Avant de jeter votre vieux réfrigérateur ou congélateur Sécurité DU RéfrigérateurEmplacement d’installation Installation DU RéfrigérateurDéballage Nettoyage avant l’utilisationSpécifications électriques Méthode recommandée de mise à la terreRaccordement de la canalisation d’eau Arrivée d’eau froideRaccordement au réfrigérateur Grille de la basePour enlever la grille de la base Pour replacer la grille de la basePortes du réfrigérateur Inversion des portes série avec panneaux décoratifs Remplacement de la porte et des charnièresÉtapes finales CaisseSérie Architect Inversion du sens douverture des portes optionSérie avec panneaux décoratifs Fermeture des portes Fermeture et alignement des portesPréparation du système d’eau Installation des panneaux personnalisés en bois Remplacement des panneaux de porteEnsemble décoratif de l’usine Enlèvement des panneaux de la porteDimensions pour lusinage du panneau de porte vue latérale Dimensions pour les panneaux en bois personnalisésSons normaux Porte du réfrigérateur de 20 pi cuRéglage moyen Utilisation des commandesPour s’assurer d’une circulation d’air Appropriée Distributeur d’eau Ajustement des réglages de commandeSystème de filtration d’eau intérieur Distribution d’eauMachine à glaçons Remplacement de la cartouche de filtre à eau intérieurTablettes du réfrigérateur Mise en marche/arrêt de la machine à glaçonsTiroir à viande et couvercle Bac à légumes et couvercleCasier utilitaire ou oeufrier Réglage de l’humidité dans le bac à LégumesPaniers de congélateur Tablette à glaçons Caractéristiques DE LA PorteBalconnets dans la porte Dispositif de retenue de la porteRemplacement de lampoule du compartiment de réfrigération Remplacement de l’ampoule d’éclairageEntretien DU Réfrigérateur NettoyagePannes de courant Remplacement de lampoule du compartiment de congélationEntretien avant les vacances ou lors d’un Déménagement VacancesDépannage Le distributeur d’eau ne fonctionne pas bien Mauvais goût, odeur ou couleur grise des glaçonsLe débit d’eau du distributeur diminue beaucoup ’eau coule du distributeurLa cloison entre les deux sections est tiède ’eau du distributeur n’est pas assez froideLa température est trop tiède Il existe une accumulation d’humidité à l’intérieurAccessoires Assistance OU ServiceSystème de filtration d’eau intérieur Feuilles DE Données SUR LE ProduitKitchenAid ne paiera pas pour Garantie DU Réfrigérateur KitchenaidAll rights reserved 12642709SP/2225031A

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