KitchenAid KBRS22K User's Manual
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1. is not near an oven radiator or other heat source is properly maintained is out of the weather is used in an area where the room temperature will not fall below 55 F 13 C is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly is not loaded with food before it has time to get properly cold SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS O whership Registration Please fill out and mail your Ownership Registration Card packed with the Literature Package This card will enable us to contact you in the unlikely event of a product safety notification and assist us in complying with the provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Act Return of this card is not necessary to validate your warranty You must provide proof of purchase or installation date for in warranty service Write down the following information You will need it if your refrigerator ever requires service Model Number Serial Number Date Purchased Date Installed Builder s or Dealer s Name Address Phone Model and serial numbers are located on a label on inside wall of refrigerator Refrigerator Freezer Features Power saving control Refrigerator T C o e control Tl H t sum gt gt M Dairy Light gt compartment Model 1 N oo and serial 1 number label 7 Adjustable Freezer Il LA a shelves control IZ T ds Eg E 7 5 S2. Superba Series Model KBRS22K 8 ae NS v m DEED alU vay Lh aN ES ee CAE ur Iq E arr TE autan eanne STAT m RAMS maate wt pm may xem WO vB Y ES uA n nnm Va rhe tle Fra Cumt n7 Er d Ami S AM Arn N M W USE and CARE GUIDE Table of Contents Page Important Safety Instructions 3 Ownership Registration ss 4 Refrigerator Freezer Features 5 Installing the Refrigerator Freezer 6 cM em RT 6 itu i a per ERES 6 L cate Proper iuc eiecit teta 6 Level Refrigerator Freezer 6 Using the Refrigerator Freezer 7 11 Temperature Controls beo et eds 7 Power Saving Control i 7 Refrigerator Shelves neen 8 WING GOO RACK ve eerte 8 Bie dica ERROREM 8 Freezer BASKETS osc osito Eee E ue s 8 Mear LOCKT ooi ai ae a gids 9 Suez P 9 BASE Ge ee tou abate 10 Bizigeiid yo LER 10 Changing The Light Bulbs 10 Sounds You May Hear 11 TO 581 6 es A 11 Food Storage Guide 12 13 Vacation and Moving Care 13 Cleaning the Refrigerator Freezer 14 If You Need Service or Assistance
3. from fans timer clicks for the defrosting cycle or defrost water draining into the defrost pan See page 11 If there is water in the defrost pan his is normal in hot muggy weather The pan can even be half full Make sure the refrigerator is level so the pan does not overflow If the lights are not working els a fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped eis a light bulb burned out See instructions for changing light bulbs on page 10 If the motor seems to run too long The motor naturally runs longer on hot days or if the room is warm as well as when a large amount of food has been put into the refrigerator or the doors have been opened a lot 2 If the problem is not due to one of the above items e Call KitchenAid Consumer Relations TOLL FREE 1 800 422 1230 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area elf you prefer write to Consumer Relations Department KitchenAid P O Box 558 St Joseph MI 49085 0558 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 3 If you need service e Call your dealer or the repair service he recommends All service should be handled locally by the dealer from whom you purchased the unit or an authorized KitchenAid servicer elf you are unable to obtain the name of a
4. local authorized KitchenAid servicer call our service assistance number see Step 2 4 If you are not satisfied with the action taken e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry e Contact MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer or KitchenAid have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action When requesting assistance please provide Model Number Serial Number Date of Purchase and a complete description of the problem This information is needed in order to better respond to your request KitchenAid Fre estanding Refrigerator Warranty LENGTH OF KITCHENAID KITCHENAID WILL WARRANTY WILL PAY FOR NOT PAY FOR ONE YEAR FULL Replacement parts and A Service calls to WARRANTY repair labor costs to correct 1 Correct the installation FROM DATE OF PURCHASE defects in materials or of the refrigerator workmanship Service must 2 Instruct you how to use be provided by an the refrigerator authorized KitchenAid 3 Replace house fuses or servicing outlet correct house wiring Replacement parts and 4 Correct house plumbing repair labor costs to correct B Repairs when refrigerator defects in materials or is used in other than workmanship in the
5. original packaging on freezer door shelf or on freezer shelf Meat poultry Trim off excess fat and remove bones when necessary Meat poultry should not be salted Wrap tightly in heavy duty aluminum foil plastic coated wrapper or non permeable plastic wraps made from a saran film Press out as much air as possible Label and date the meat poultry Do not refreeze thawed meat Ice Cream Store in original packaging When opened place piece of aluminum foil or waxed paper against ice cream surface to prevent the formation of ice crystals Frozen juices Store in original container on freezer door shelf or on freezer shelf STORAGE CHART FOR FROZEN FOOD Approximate Type Time Months Bread 2 Cooked dishes 2 to 3 Fish and seafood e fresh 6 e commercially frozen 1 to 3 Fruit 6 Ice cream Concentrated juice 4 to 6 Meat e bacon less than 1 e pork roast chops 3 to 4 e sausage 1 to 2 e beef veal lamb roasts 6 e ground meat to2 e poultry 3to4 Vegetables 6 Storage times given in this chart are only a guide For best use of freezer space keep frozen food for short times Use then replace as needed Courtesy of National Livestock amp Meat Board and U S D A Vacation and M oving Care Short Vacations If you will be away for less than four weeks there is no need to shut off the refrigerator Use up perishables and freeze other items Long Vacations Remove all food if you will be gone a month or mo
6. rack LL Meat locker SS Crisper cover Hi liil Adjustable Crispers a jil coor bins Stationary Ice cube en door shelf trays ice Bi I Ii ce bin Freezer light ALLTTLTLLIZZLELLLEDSRREREEL FP TEEELETTLELTUSNVI NU E Slide out TTT LCL Stationary freezer HAHHAA seer shelves baskets eA SS Base grille Defrost pan behind base grille Installing the Refrigerator Freezer Clean It Clean your refrigerator before using it See cleaning instructions on page 14 Remove the Consumer Buy Guide label and any shipping tape before using the refrigerator To remove any remaining glue 1 Rub briskly with thumb to make a ball then remove OR 2 Soak area with liquid hand dishwashing detergent before removing glue as described in step 1 IMPORTANT DO NOT USE sharp instruments rubbing alcohol flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners These can damage the material See Important Safety Instructions on page 3 DO NOT REMOVE THE INSTRUCTION LABEL FOR SETTING THE CONTROLS INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR DO NOT REMOVE the Tech Sheet fastened under the refrigerator behind the base grille Plug It In 3 prong grounding type wall receptacie 3 prong grounding plug Refrigerator power cord Recommended grounding method A 115 Volt 60 Hz AC only 15 or 20 Amp fused and properly grounded electrical supply is requ
7. 15 KitchenAid Freestanding Refrigerator Warranty Back Cover 1990 KitchenAid Important Safety Instructions AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using the refrigerator follow basic precautions including the following Read all instructions before using the refrigerator Child entrapment and suffocation are not problems of the past Junked or abandoned refrigerators are still dangerous even if they will just sit in the garage a few days If you are getting rid of your old refrigerator do it safely Please read the enclosed safety booklet from the Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers Help prevent accidents Never allow children to operate play with or crawl inside the refrigerator Never clean refrigerator parts with flammable fluids The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE THE FUMES CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR EXPLOSION It is your responsibility to be sure your refrigerator is installed and leveled on a floor that will hold the weight and in an area suitable for its size and use is connected only to the right kind of outlet with the right electrical supply and grounding Refer to the Electrical Requirements and Grounding Instructions Sheet is used only to do what home refrigerators are designed to do
8. H YEAR LIMITED V ARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR FULL WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state If you need service first see the Service and Assistance section of this book After checking Service and Assistance additional help can be found by calling our service assistance telephone number 1 800 422 1230 from anywhere in the U S KitchenAid Part No 1125641 Rev A st Joseph Michigan U S A 49085 mM 01990 KitchenAid Printed in U S A
9. aged Remove market wrapping paper Rewrap in plastic wrap e Cooked meat amp poultry Wrap or cover with plastic wrap or aluminum foil Store immediately e Fresh fish amp shellfish Store in plastic bag or tightly covered container Eggs Store in original carton For best storage place on interior shelf or in wine egg rack on some models Dairy Products e Milk Store in original container on refrigerator shelf e Butter or margarine Store in the dairy compartment or on refrigerator shelf until opened When opened store in covered dish or on butter dish in the dairy compartment Cheese Store in original packaging until opened When opened tightly rewrap in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store in dairy compartment or on refrigerator shelf Leftovers Cover with plastic wrap or aluminum foil or place in plastic containers with tight fitting lids Condiments Store small jars and bottles in door bins Beverages Wipe off bottles and cans Store in door bins or on refrigerator shelves REFRIGERATOR STORAGE CHART FOR FRESH AND CURED MEAT Approximate Time Type Days Chicken 1 to 2 Ground beef I to 2 Variety meat 1 to 2 Steaks and roasts 3to5 Cold cuts 3to5 Bacon 5 to 7 Cured meat 7 to 10 If meat is to be stored longer than the times given freezing is recommended IMPORTANT Fresh fish and shellfish should be used the same day as purchased Frozen Food Prepackaged frozen food Store in
10. ages should be as cold as you like them Avoid setting the refrigerator and freezer temperatures colder than is necessary e Make sure your refrigerator is not next to a heat source such as a range water heater furnace radiator or in direct sunlight e Keep the POWER SAVING CONTROL in the uses less energy position unless moisture forms on refrigerator exterior indicator light off e Check door gasket for tight seal Level the cabinet to be sure of a good seal e Clean the condenser coils regularly Food torage Guide Fresh Food Vegetables e Leafy Remove store wrapping Tear off brutsed and discolored areas Wash in cool water drain Place in plastic bag or container and store in crisper e With skins Place in plastic bags or containers and store in crisper Fruit e Berries Sort to remove injured berries Do not wash berries until they are to be served Store in original container in crisper e Other Sort to remove injured fruit before storing Wash fruit let dry place in perforated plastic bag or loosely covered plastic container and store in crisper Meat e Cured or smoked meat and cold cuts Store in original packaging until opened When opened tightly rewrap using plastic wrap or aluminum foil e Fresh prepackaged meat amp poultry Store in original packaging e Fresh meat not prepackaged Remove market wrapping paper Rewrap in aluminum foil e Fresh poultry not prepack
11. ce bulb 4 Reconnect power supply Sounds You May Hear Your new refrigerator may make different sounds than your previous one Hard surfaces such as the ceiling walls and cabinets around the refrigerator can make sounds seem louder The following chart describes the kinds of sounds that might be new to you and what causes them SOUNDS OBSERVATIONS CAUSES Hum or hiss The refrigerator s fan motor and moving air Clicking or The thermostat makes a definite click when the refrigerator stops running It also makes a sound when the refrigerator starts The defrost timer will click when the defrost cycle starts and stops E Aelita Ee reem Running sounds The high efficiency compressor and motor will run longer than older designs snapping sounds Trickling water During the defrost cycle the refrigerator will not be water sounds running The trickling water is the frost accumulation on the freezer coil melting and running into the defrost pan When the refrigerator stops running you may hear gurgling in the tubing for a few minutes To Save Energy e Open the doors as few times as possible Keep food organized so you do not have to search for what you want Get everything you need out at one time Close the door as soon as food is removed e Set the refrigerator and freezer temperatures to suit your needs ice cream should be firm and bever
12. g instructions for defrost pan and condenser coils on page 14 Defrost Pan AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard Refrigeration system tubes are located above the defrost pan and can become hot Remove and install defrost pan carefully Failure to do so could cause personal injury To remove defrost pan 1 Remove base grille See above 2 Lift defrost pan over wire brace Remove tape if any 3 Clean as described on page 14 To replace 1 Replace with notched corner to the rear 2 Push pan in all the way Make sure defrost drain tube is directed into pan 3 Replace base grille See above Changing the Light Bulbs AWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Before removing a light bulb either unplug the refrigerator or disconnect the electricity leading to the refrigerator at the main power supply Shock and injury can occur if electricity remains connected To change light bulb in refrigerator 1 Disconnect refrigerator from power supply 2 Push lightly on the top center of light shield until notched tab unhooks from control panel 3 Pull down on shield until tab clears the control panel 4 Lift back hooks out of their slots 5 Remove bulb and replace with a 40 watt appliance bulb 6 Replace light shield in reverse order 7 Reconnect power supply To change light bulb in freezer 1 Disconnect refrigerator from power supply 2 Remove bulb 3 Replace with a 40 watt applian
13. his may take several hours The controls will be set about right when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm To change the temperature setting follow the steps given below 1 Adjust the Refrigerator Control first 2 Wait at least 24 hours before making further adjustments This gives the refrigerator and or freezer time to reach set temperature 3 Adjust the Freezer Control if necessary To make the refrigerator or freezer colder turn the control s toward the number 4 setting s To make the refrigerator or freezer less cold turn the control s toward the number 1 setting s Changing either the Refrigerator Control or Freezer Control will affect the temperature of both compartments Use the settings listed in the chart below as a guideline when adjusting temperature controls RECOMMENDED CONTROL SETTING CONDITION ADJUSTMENTS If refrigerator Refrigerator 3 section is too warm Freezer 2 If freezer section is Refrigerator 3 too warm Freezer 3 If refrigerator Refrigerator 2 section is too cold Freezer 3 If ice isn t made fast Refrigerator 3 enough Freezer 3 If both sections are Refrigerator 3 too warm Freezer 3 The following reasons can cause the conditions listed above Door opened often Large amount of food added e Room temperature too warm Room temperature too cold Refrigerator doesnt cycle often enough Controls not set correctly for your conditio
14. ired It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided Do not use an extension cord Use a receptacle which cannot be turned off with a switch or pull chain See Electrical Requirements and Grounding Instruction Sheet in your Literature Package Locate Properly 1 Allow 1 2 inch 1 25 cm on each side of the refrigerator for ease of installation 2 If the refrigerator is to be against a wall you might want to leave extra space on the hinge side so the door can be opened wider 3 The refrigerator back can be flush against the wall Level Refrigerator Freezer Right to raise left to lower Use screwdriver to adjust Lower 1 Remove base grille See page 10 2 To raise front turn each screw to the right 3 To lower front turn each screw to the left 4 Check with level Using the Refrigerator Freezer Temperature Controls off colder 4 1 3 2 A Refrigerator Refrigerator control colder 4 1 cold 3 2 A Freezer Freezer control Controls for the refrigerator and freezer are in the refrigerator When the refrigerator is first plugged in Move the Refrigerator Control to the triangle marking between numbers 2 and 3 2 Move the Freezer Control to the triangle marking between numbers 2 and 3 These settings should be about right for normal household refrigerator usage Give the refrigerator time to cool down completely before adding food T
15. not use wax on plastic parts Interior walls Sponge soft cloth or e Wash with warm water and paper towel mild detergent Mild detergent e Rinse and dry well e Warm water Door liners and gaskets e Sponge soft cloth or e Wash with warm water and paper towel mild detergent Mild detergent e Rinse and dry well e Warm water Do not use cleaning waxes concentrated detergents bleaches or cleaners containing petroleum or alcohol on plastic parts Base grille e Vacuum cleaner e Vacuum grille with brush with brush attachment Defrost pan e Sponge or cloth See page 10 for removal and Mild detergent replacement instructions e Warm water e Wash defrost pan with warm water and mild detergent e Rinse and dry well Condenser coils e Vacuum cleaner with e Should be cleaned extended narrow periodically attachment e Remove base grille See page 10 e Vacuum using extended narrow attachment Replace base grille If You Need Service or Assistance Follow These Steps If the refrigerator should fail to operate review the following list before calling your dealer You could save the cost of a service call If the refrigerator will not operate els the electric cord plugged in e s a fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped els the Refrigerator Control in the OFF position If the refrigerator makes unfamiliar sounds New features on your refrigerator make new sounds You may be hearing air flowing
16. ns Heavy ice usage Power Saving Control uses reduces less exterior energy moisture The POWER SAVING CONTROL on the Control Console operates electric heaters around the door openings These heaters help keep moisture from forming on the outside of the refrigerator 1 Use the uses less energy setting when humidity is low indicator light off 2 Use the reduces exterior moisture setting only if moisture forms on the outside of the refrigerator indicator light on Refrigerator Shelves Shelves can be adjusted to match the way you use your refrigerator To remove 1 Tilt up at front 2 Lift up at back 3 Pull shelf straight out IMPORTANT Glass shelves are heavy Handle with care To replace 1 Guide the rear hooks into the slots in the shelf supports 2 Tilt up front of shelf until hooks drop into slots Lower front of shelf to level position Check the stability of the shelf to be sure hooks have been properly inserted Wine Egg Rack The rack is shaped to hold either a bottle of wine or a carton of eggs securely Door Bins Q To remove 1 Lift up bin 2 Pull bin straight out To replace 1 Hold back of bin above desired bin guide 2 Push bin back and down until it stops Freezer Baskets Z To remove 1 Slide out to the stop 2 Lift the front to clear the stop 3 Slide out the rest of the way To replace 1 Place basket on the slides 2 Make s
17. re Unplug the refrigerator and clean it rinse well and dry Tape rubber or wood blocks to the top of both doors keeping them open far enough for air to get in This will keep odor and mold from building up To restart the refrigerator see Using the Refrigerator Freezer page 7 Moving If the refrigerator freezer must be moved contact the dealer from whom you purchased the refrigerator freezer or your local KitchenAid authorized servicer Cleaning the Refrigerator Freezer The refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically However both should be cleaned once a month to help prevent odors from building up Spills should be wiped up immediately To clean turn the Refrigerator Control to off unplug it take out all removable parts and clean the refrigerator according to the directions given below Cleaning Chart PART WHAT TO USE HOW TO CLEAN Removable parts e Sponge or cloth e Wash with warm water and shelves crispers etc e Mild detergent and mild detergent warm water e Rinse and dry well Exterior surfaces e Sponge soft e Wash with warm water and cloth or paper mild detergent towel Do not use abrasive or harsh Mild detergent cleansers e Rinse and dry well e Appliance wax e Wax painted metal surfaces at or good auto least twice a year with paste wax appliance wax or a qood auto paste wax Apply wax with a clean soft cloth Waxing painted metal surfaces provides rust protection e Do
18. sealed normal home use refrigeration system These C Damage resulting from parts are accident alteration Compressor misuse abuse improper 2 Evaporator installation or installation 3 Condenser not in accordance with 4 Drier local electrical or 5 Connecting Tubing plumbing codes Service must be provided by D Any food loss due to an authorized KitchenAid product failure servicing outlet g outlet E Any labor costs during Replacement parts to the limited warranty correct defects in materials F Replacement parts or or eee n jd repair labor costs for units sealed refrigeration system operated outside the These parts are United States 1 Compressor 2 Evaporator G Pick up and delivery This product is designed to be 3 Condenser Rp 4 Drier repaired in the home 5 Connecting Tubing Replacement or repair of the refrigerator freezer cavity liner if the part cracks due to defective material or workmanship Service must be provided by an authorized KitchenAid servicing outlet KITCHENAID DOES NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR FULL WARRANTY FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SIXTH THROUGH TENT
19. ure the wire stops clear the front of the slides 3 Slide basket in Meat Locker Crispers To remove meat locker 1 Roll out to the stop 2 Lift front and pull out the rest of the way To replace 1 Position back rollers of meat locker between front rollers of track and track 2 Push up and onto track 3 Slide back until it stops To remove cover 1 Remove meat locker 2 Tilt front of cover up 3 Lift at back and pull straight out To replace Replace in reverse order To remove crispers 1 Roll out to the stop 2 Lift front and pull out the rest of the way To replace Replace in reverse order To remove glass cover 1 Remove both crispers 2 Remove glass insert by pushing up from bottom and sliding out with both hands 3 Lift front of cover 4 Lift cover up and out IMPORTANT Glass shelves are heavy Handle with care To replace 1 Place cover on rear supports 2 Push cover down on front supports until it is securely in place 3 Using both hands slide glass insert into place 4 Replace both crispers Base Grille Condenser Metal clips Su at upport tabs Defrost pan To remove base grille 1 Open the refrigerator door 2 Pull grille out 3 Do not remove Tech Sheet fastened behind the grille To replace 1 Line up grille support tabs with metal clips 2 Push firmly to snap into place 3 Close the refrigerator door See cleanin
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