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Changing the Light Bulb

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to
replace the bulb with an appliance bulb of the same size, shape,
and wattage (no greater than 40 watts).

Changing the Refrigerator Light Bulb

1. Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Slide the light shield toward the back of the compartment to
release it from the light assembly.
3. Replace burned-out bulb(s) with appliance bulb(s) no greater
than 40 watts.
4. Replace the light shield by inserting the tabs on the shield into
the liner holes on each side of light assembly. Slide the shield
toward the front until it locks into place.
NOTE: To avoid damaging the light shield, do not force the
shield beyond the locking point.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Changing the Freezer Light Bulb

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
NOTE: You may need to remove the upper freezer shelf or basket
to access the light assembly.
2. The light shield opens from the back. Firmly press forward on
the notches in the back of the shield and pull the shield down.
3. Remove the shield and replace the burned-out bulb with an
appliance bulb no greater than 40watts.
4. Insert the front tabs of the shield into the liner and snap the
back portion of the shield over the light assembly.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here or visit our website and reference FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

to possibly avoid the cost of a service call.

In the U.S.A., www.kitchenaid.com In Canada, www.kitchenaid.ca

Refrigerator Operation

The refrigerator will not operate

■Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
■Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is
working.
■Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace
the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
■Are controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on.
See “Using the Controls.”
■New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the
refrigerator to cool completely.
NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting
will not cool either compartment more quickly.

The motor seems to run too much

Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its
high-efficiency compressor and fans. The unit may run even
longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors are
opened often, or if the doors have been left open.

The refrigerator seems noisy

Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this
reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new
refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are
listed some normal sounds with explanations.
■Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice
maker
■Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize
performance
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.
WARNING