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A Note to YouThank you for buying a KitchenAid®
appliance.
KitchenAid designs the best tools for the most important
room in your house. To ensure that you enjoy years of
trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care
Guide. It contains valuable information about how to
operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely.
Please read it carefully.
Also, please complete and mail the Product Registration
Card provided with your appliance. The card helps us
notify you about any new information for your appliance.
Record your model’s information.
Write down the following information about your
refrigerator to better help you obtain assistance or service
if you ever need it. You will need to know your complete
model number and serial number. You can find this
information on the model and serial number label/plate.
If you need assistance or service, first see the
“Troubleshooting” section of this book. After checking
“Troubleshooting,” additional help can be found by
checking the “Requesting Assistance or Service” section.
Dealer name
Address
Phone number
Model number
Serial number
Purchase date
(See the “Parts and Features” section for model and serial
number label/plate location.)
Keep this book and your sales slip
together for future reference.
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A Note to You...............................................................2
Refrigerator Safety........................................................3
Proper disposal of your old refrigerator .................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
ExtendFreshTM
Temperature Management System.........................6
Setting temperature controls .................................6
Light bulbs ...........................................................6
Refrigerator Features....................................................7
Slide ‘N’ Lock™ Door Bins and
Gallon Door Storage .....................................7
SpillCleanTM glass refrigerator shelves.....................7
FreshChillTM Deli Locker.......................................7
ClearVueTM Humidity-controlled crispers...............8
ClearVueTM 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 freezer basket.........................................12
Base grille ...........................................................13
Defrost pan.........................................................13
Light bulbs .........................................................13
Understanding the Sounds You May Hear................14
Saving energy......................................................14
Caring for Your Refrigerator.....................................15
Cleaning your refrigerator...................................15
Vacation and moving care ...................................16
Power interruptions ............................................16
Food Storage Guide....................................................17
Storing fresh food ...............................................17
Storing frozen food.............................................18
Troubleshooting Guide ..............................................19
Requesting Assistance or Service................................24
Requesting Assistance or Service in Canada..............25
Warranty......................................................................26
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TO YOU