KitchenAid Refrigerator Maintenance and Filtre à Eau Guidelines

Stainless steel panels: Wash stainless steel with a clean sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.

■To keep your stainless steel refrigerator looking like new and to remove minor scuffs or marks, it is suggested that you use the manufacturer’s approved Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish.

IMPORTANT: This cleaner is for Stainless Steel parts only!

Do not allow the Stainless Steel Cleaner and Polish to come into contact with any plastic parts such as the trim pieces, dispenser covers or door gaskets. If unintentional contact does occur, clean plastic part with a sponge and mild detergent in warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. To order the cleaner, see “Accessories.”

6.Press the power switch to ON.

7.Replace the top grille. See “Power On/Off Switch.”

Changing the Light Bulbs

NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to replace the bulb with one of the same size and shape. The lights require a 40-watt maximum appliance bulb. Replacement bulbs are available from your dealer.

Refrigerator Lights

There are three light bulbs located in the top front of the refrigerator compartment behind a light shield.

1.Remove the top grille. See “Power On/Off Switch.”

2.Press power switch to the Off position.

3.Open the light shield. Grasp the light shield by the openings. Gently push back and pull down, as shown, to access the light bulbs.

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A. Light shield

4.Remove the light bulb and replace it with one of the same size, shape and wattage.

5.Close the light shield by raising it up into place.

NOTE: If needed, clean the light shield with a damp soft cloth.

6.Press the power switch to the On position.

7.Replace the top grille. See “Power On/Off Switch.”

Freezer Lights

There are two light bulbs located in the top of the freezer compartment. One bulb is over the ice bin, and the other bulb is over the freezer pan.

1.Slide open the ice bin or freezer pan to access the light bulb.

2.Remove the light bulb and replace it with one of the same size, shape and wattage.

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A. Light bulbs

Power Interruptions

If the power will be out for 24 hours or less, keep the door or doors closed (depending on your model) 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 2 to 4 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.

Vacation Care

Your refrigerator is equipped with the Holiday Mode feature, which is designed for the traveler who wishes to turn off the lights and ice maker. By selecting this feature, the temperature set points remain unchanged, the ice maker will be disabled and the interior lights will turn off. For most efficient refrigerator operation, it is recommended to exit the Holiday Mode when it is no longer required.

If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator on While You’re Away:

1.Use up any perishables and freeze other items.

2.Press HOLIDAY MODE pad.

3.If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, shut off the water supply to the ice maker.

4.Empty the ice bin.

5.When you return from vacation, press HOLIDAY MODE to return to normal operation.

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, slide the ice maker control to the OFF (down) position.

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

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

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

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