KitchenAid S-302 Refrigerator User Manual
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1. 1 3 8 open wrench tront leveler bucket shutoff valve stud locator 1 4 nut driver Parts supplied for installation top grille assembly base grille tube assembly misc parts bag ice maker bin assembly Remove parts from packages Check that all parts were included Parts that must be ordered separately or custom made Door panel kits Three colors of acrylic door panel kits White Black and Almond and a stainless steel door panel kit are available from your KitchenAid dealer Each kit includes door panels and top grille panels Follow kit instructions to install panels Kit Numbers for Panels White 4318424 4318423 Black Almond 4318425 Stainless 4318426 Steel Custom door panels and top grille panels See page 5 for custom panel dimensions and pages 10 and 11 Steps 9 12 for installation Side panels Check with your builder or installer to see if you need side panels that match your kitchen cabinets Side panels must be custom made Side pane dimensions are given on page 6 Dimensions for built in area 44 WARNING Personal Injury Property Damage Hazard e Unit is top heavy and may tip forward when the doors are opened e A solid soffit or 2 wood block is required above the refrigerator to prevent tipping during use e If solid soffit is more than 1 inch above refrigerator a wood block must be installed on the wall not more than 1 4 inch above the refrigerator cov2. toe panel Height of side panels depends on your installation site Side panels may need to be notched to clear door hinges Side panels may be cut to match toe panel recess if desired Notch side panel only after the installed height of the refrigerator has been determined _ Electrical requirements AWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock Check with a qualified electrician or service technician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded Do Not use an extension cord with this appliance Such use may result in a fire electrical shock or other personal injury A 120 volt 60 Hz AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused electrical supply is required A time delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended Itis recommended that a separate circuit serving only this appliance be provided Recommended grounding method DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUNDING PRONG For your personal safety this appliance must be grounded This appliance is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug To minimize possible Shock hazard the cord must be plugged into a mating 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition and local codes and ordinances See Figure 1 If a matin
3. 23 7 8 depth flush door installation 48 1 8 spacer _ thickness a Refrigerator side trim ue 1 16 19 32 aa Side trim ge I 1 Attach three spacers from the miscellaneous parts bag to the top middle and bottom of each side of the refrigerator Spacers are required for ventilation side panel support nailer 1 2 side panel recommended 2 A side panel support nailer should be attached to the rear wall on each side of refrigerator Page 6 when 25 depth is available If less than 25 depth is available go to step 3 If side panel is not inserted into side trim drill six equally spaced holes in each side trim Do Not drill into side of cabinet Attach side panels to side trim using six screws on each side Side panel thickness should be 1 2 minimum to prevent blousing or warping side panel support nailer panel ane 1 2 side panel recommended wood support 3 If less than 25 depth is available side panel installation will need to be completed according to each site s restrictions One method is to attach side panel to outside of side trim However this will increase width required Drill holes into side tim Attach a wood support to side trim Attach side panel to panel support nailer and wood support Cover wood support with a panel piece to match side panel notches for door hinges
4. L i Custom door panels handle inserts and top grille panels Door and top grille panels Dimensions shown are with routed edges Routing is required if panels are more than 1 4 thick Freezer door panels 19 1 4 26 1 4 34 7 16 Maximum weight of custom panels is 30 pounds A CAUTION The weight of decorative panels MUST NOT exceed the weights specified for each panel Panels weighing more than the speci fied weights may cause product damage Panel routing for door Refrigerator door panel and top grille panels 26 1 4 gt 1 4 max 5 16 min lt 3 1 4 min 1 4 70 7 16 2 min Door Handle access panel If custom door panels greater than 1 4 thick are used it may be necessary to route the handie side of panel a minimum of 3 1 4 inches in from the panel edge to provide a 2 minimum access to the door handle Either the full length of the panel ora selected area s can be routed Check with your builder Maximum weight of custom panel is 50 pounds Top grille panels Panel for 8 1 2 top 6 grille Jra 44 38 _ Panel for 8 top 5 1 2 grille Panel for 7 1 2 top 5 grille Maximum weight of custom panel is 10 pounds All dimensions 1 16 tolerance Note If a routed panel is used add 1 16 to all dimensions shown Page 5 Side panel requirements 1 8 tolerance 23 1 8 depth protruding door installation
5. conformance with National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition and all local codes and ordinances Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or other personal injury AWARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Special care must be taken when drilling holes into the wall of the house Electrical wires may be concealed behind wall covering Page 2 AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard Because of the weight and size of the built in refrigerator two or more people are needed to move and Safely install it Most of the refrigerator s weight is at the top Extra care is needed when moving the refrigerator to prevent tipping Failure to do so could result in personal injury A CAUTION Floor Damage Keep cardboard shipping piece or plywood under refrigerator until it is installed in operating position Failure to do So may cause damage to floor covering Important Observe all governing codes and ordinances Failure to meet codes and ordinances could lead to fire or electrical shock hazard Tools and materials needed for installation Phillips screwdriver stepladder 5 16 and 3 4 socket wrench set and ratchet knife 1 4 copper tubing 3 16 and 1 4 tubing cutter drill bits appliance dolly drill 1 8 Allen wrench screwdriver adjustable wrench level cardboard or plywood 6 8 or larger wood screws 2 wood boards 32 long See page 7 for specifications
6. Part No 2000493 Rev A KitchenAid AALIOL a 48 Built In Refrigerator IMPORTANT installer Leave Installation Instructions with the Homeowner Homeowner Keep installation nstructions for future reference Save installation Instructions for local electrical inspector s use _ IMPORTANT Read and save these instructions ig aes Before you start Proper installation is your responsibility Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation It is the responsibility of the installer to comply with the installation specifications provided The built in refrigerator weighs over 600 pounds The floor must be sturdy enough to support this weight plus the additional weight of door panels food and ice Grounded electrical outlet is required See Electrical requirements Location of the built in refrigerator must permit the doors to open to at least 90 Because of the weight and size of the built in refrigerator two or more people are needed to move and safely install it Dimensions that are shown must be used Given dimensions provide required 0 clearance One inch of space is required between side of refrigerator and a corner wall to allow the door to open to at least a 90 angle A WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard It is the customer s responsibility To contact a qualified electrical installer To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in
7. When a soffit is not available If soffit ls more than one Inch If soffit is less than one Inch locate wall studs in the refrigerator above cover locate wall above cover a wood support opening Center one wood block studs in the refrigerator opening is not needed and use wood screws to attach the Center one wood block and use wood block to the wall studs Make wood screws to attach the wood sure screws engage wall studs a block to the wall studs Make minimum of 1 1 2 Screw the sure screws engage wall studs a second wood block to the front of minimum of 1 1 2 Screw the the first block The wood blocks second wood block to the front must extend 2 inches beyond the of the first block The wood block s ends of the cover must extend 2 inches beyond the ends of the cover Page 8 Now start Remove top grille assembly package literature package and parts bag taped to the refrigerator door and save A CAUTION Product Damage Do Not lower refrigerator against shipping base when removing the shipping base Lowering the refrigerator against the shipping base could damage the components on the bottom of the refrigerator Floor Damage Keep cardboard shipping piece or plywood under refrigerator until it is installed in operating position Failure to do so may Cause damage to floor covering Remove the four brackets 2 on each side that attach shipping base to the bottom of the refrigerator Discard brackets and sh
8. d from your KitchenAid dealer Check the chart below for the part numbers you need to order for the size of top grille you need Optional Top Grilles Part Number Description Quantity 7 1 2 4318418 Right side trim Left side trim Decorative panel side frame 2 Air vane 1 4318419 Right side trim 1 1 2 1 Left side trim Decorative panel side frame Air vane Page 4 Levelers extended 1 8 below rollers top of housing See page 6 to top of grille a 1 8 min with 7 1 2 grille 1 1 8 max with 8 1 2 grille Height dimensions when the minimum extension of levelers 1 8 below rollers ii zl 82 1 2 ST is used to remove recessed 24 the weight from height the rollers power cord l 83 5 8 height with 8 1 2 grille 83 1 8 height with 8 grille 82 5 8 height with 7 1 2 grille l I I l 1 I RA Levelers fully extended 1 1 4 below rollers top of housing to top of grille 1 8 min with 7 1 2 grille 1 1 8 max with 8 1 2 grille Height dimensions when the maximum extension of levelers 1 1 4 below rollers is used to remove the weight from the rollers See page 6 83 5 8 recessed height ios Ss is 24 power cord 84 3 4 height with 8 1 2 grille 84 1 4 height with 8 grille 83 3 4 height with i i 7 1 2 grille
9. d 137 positions If the door stops cannot be adjusted to clear countertops the countertops may need to be mitered Consult your builder to adjust countertops To adjust vertically Loosen do not remove top and bottom hinge screws Lift door and bottom hinge to desired position Tighten bottom hinge screws and then top hinge Screws Check the water connections at the bottom of the refrigerator again for leaking Any leaking can cause refrigerator and floor damage Open both doors Use two screws to attach bottom grille to cabinet Put shelves and bins into the refrigerator and freezer compartments Remove protective film from door frame Move the ice maker arm 1 F n into the down position Set refrigerator and freezer compartment controls to the midpoint between COLD and COLDEST Check that the compressor is operating properly Check that all five interior lights and one exterior light above dispenser _ area are working Use a drinking glass to press ice dispenser bar You should hear the motor and auger operating Press the glass against the water dispenser bar Dispense and discard about 2 to 3 quarts of water to remove air from system and rinse tank To get the most efficient use from your new built in refrigerator read your KitchenAid Use and Care Guide Keep Installation Instructions and Guide close to built in refrigerator for easy reference Page 11 If built in
10. er Failure to follow these instructions could result in personal injury or property damage Width and depth of the built in area are determined by the type of installation The built in refrigerator can be installed with the doors flush with the wall with the doors protruding from the wall or with side panels enclosing refrigerator Select one method of installation and use the dimensions given for that method as shown Height of built in area can range from a minimum of 82 1 2 to 84 3 4 Optional top grilles may be required for enclosures less than 83 5 8 Height dimensions with optional top grilles are given on page 4 1 8 tolerance Dimensions for tipping product 87 1 16 Front tipping radius T Electrical outlet should be centered within shaded area Grounded electrical outlet location Wall plumbing location 1 1 4 f 1 2 gt 2 1 2 eye a 5 TAS Floor cane location 17 Hole for plumbing can be cut anywhere within shaded areas Side tipping radius Page 3 Product dimensions La 24 7 8 _ _ gt 23 118 gt 23 7 8 back of refrigerator freezer 90 44 115 42 3 4 1 37 39 refrigerator 90 51 115 49 1 4 137 43 3 4 degree of door opening Top grille The 8 1 2 top grille is provided Smaller top grilles must be ordere
11. g wall receptacle is not available it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have a properly grounded 3 prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician Figure 1 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle W 3 prong la grounding plug power supply cord retainer Water supply requirements Use only 1 4 copper tubing for water line The water line to the refrigerator must provide 15 100 psi water pressure The preferred method of installing the plumbing to the refrigerator is through the wall An optional method is installing the water line through a floor opening If the copper tubing is installed through the floor the hole cut in the floor _ must be angled 45 toward the front You will need enough 1 4 copper tubing to connect from water line to refrigerator a saddle type valve and a union Rough in the water line before installing the refrigerator See steps that follow A CAUTION Product Property Damage Do Not install copper tubing in an area where temperatures drop below freezing To do so may result in water damage b Find a 3 8 to 1 vertical cold water line near the refrigerator Measure the distance from the cold water line to the refrigerator location Add 24 inches for the final length of copper tubing you will need Cut both ends of copper tubing square 2 Turn off main water supply and clear water l
12. ine AWARNING Electric Shock Hazard Electric drill must be grounded to prevent severe or lethal shock if water is in line and enters drill during use Failure to ground drill may result in personal injury 3 Ground electric drill or use a hand drill Drill a 3 16 hole in vertical cold water line Attach a saddle valve to the water line with a clamp in an easily accessible location Insert a washer between clamp and line Check that inlet end is solidly in the drill hole Tighten packing nut Tighten the pipe clamp screws evenly so washer makes a watertight connection Do Not overtighten or copper tubing could be crushed 4 Slide compression nut and sleeve on copper tubing Insert end of copper tubing completely into the outlet valve Tighten compres sion nut to outlet with an adjust able wrench Do Not overtighten A CAUTION Product Damage Flush at least 2 qts of water through the copper tubing and Into a bucket before attaching to the refrigerator to get rid of any particles In water line Check for water leaks around the saddle valve Fallure to do so may result In product damage 5 Run water through water line valve and copper tubing into a bucket to flush out any particles in the water line Turn the saddle valve to the OFF position 6 Route copper tubing to the refrigerator location compression nut copper tubing sleeve union 7 Slide compression nut and sleeve over
13. into the grounded outlet Use the screw from the parts package to install the plug retainer Move the refrigerator evenly and straight into the opening Check that the water line will not be kinked Check that slack in the electrical cord hangs freely behind refrigerator or is placed on top of refrigerator next to cover Ley Check that the power switch at the top of the cabinet is in the OFF position Flush at least 2 qts of water through the copper tubing and check for water leaks around the saddle valve See page 7 for complete instructions refrigerator water valve union sleeve Connect tubing assembly fitting to refrigerator water valve Do Not overtighten If necessary water valve can be removed from underside of the cabinet to attach the fitting You may have to remove the wiring channel to get to valve Remove the screw between coils of water valve Remove disconnected water valve and attach fitting Replace the water valve Slide compression nut and sleeve or open end of tubing assembly fitting Connect the union from water supply line to compression nut and sleeve on the tubing from water valve and tighten Do Not overtighten Turn water supply valve to the open position Turn refrigerator switch to the ON position Check all connections for leaks Page 10 compression nut Remove tape from rear leveling rods Turn the two leveling rods clockwise using a 5 16 socket and
14. ipping base Do Not remove tape and door bracing at this time EN cut BAA AUR R REL VE MLATA TANTANA i Place appliance dolly under 3 the side of the refrigerator Wrap strap from truck loosely around refrigerator Insert two corner posts around handles to prevent scratching Insert two corner posts over the cabinet side trim to prevent damage Tighten strap making sure that handles and cabinet side trim will be protected A WARNING Personal Injury Hazard Because of the weight and size of the built in refrigerator two or more people are needed to move and Safely install it Move refrigerator to kitchen Place cardboard or plywood under refrigerator Remove appliance dolly Open doors and remove all boxes parts packages and packing materials from inside refrigerator and freezer compartments Set aside until needed during installation Do Not remove any protective film until refrigerator is completely installed Most of the refrigerator s weight is at the top Extra care is needed when moving the refrigerator to prevent tipping Failure to do so could result in personal injury 11 12 13 18 Numbers correspond to steps 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle 3 prong grounding plug ower p _J supply cord retainer Move refrigerator close to final position Remove cardboard or plywood from under refrigerator Plug electrical cord
15. nd number of your nearest KitchenAid authorized service company Maintain the quality built into your KitchenAid appliance call a KitchenAid authorized service company Printed in U S A
16. nel bracket Remove two nuts from 1 1 one end of the top pane frame Remove end piece Slide decorative panel into panel frame Replace end piece using nuts Top grille assembly Mounting panel assembly IN Refrigerator cabinet Attach the brace to the 1 2 a OP right front corner of the refrigerator cabinet with one screw Insert top grille flange into cabinet trim channel and align grille with top and side trim Attach top grille mounting panel assembly to brace with one screw Fasten grille in place with six screws a keyhole N bracket Check that the power switch is in the ON position Attach top grille decora tive panel assembly to the keyhole bracket on the frame and pull down to secure If the top grille decorative panel does not fit evenly within frame the keyhole bra ket can be moved side to side by adjusting the bracket screws or the decorative panel bracket can be moved up or down by adjusting the decorator panel bracket nuts AWARNING Personal Injury Hazard Reinstall set screws after door swing Is set Failure to so could result in personal injury Check that doors can open freely If not the door stops or hinges can be adjusted To adjust horizontally Loosen set screw in top and bottom hinges with Allen wrench Determine the door swing desired Hold door in that position and tighten the set screws The doors have stops at 90 115 an
17. ratchet until the cabinet weight is supported by the rear legs Use 1 3 8 open end wrench to lower the front leveling legs until the weight of the cabinet is supported by legs Refrigerator must be level for proper operation Important All four leveling legs must contact the floor to support and stabilize the full weight of the refrigerator Open both doors Place a level against the underside of the door trim at the top of the refrigerator Adjust the front leveling legs until level and to the right height for the recessed area Place the level on the crisper guide in the refrigerator section to check for levelness front to back Turn the right rear leveling rod until level and to the required height Place the level on the freezer basket guide to level the left side of the cabinet If side panels are not used go to Step 10 Read Side panel requirements page 6 before attaching side panels to refrigerator Remove all tape and door bracing from refrigerator door Remove the six screws that attach the handle to the door frame Slide the refrigerator door panel into door frame Ifthe panel is tess than 1 4 thick a filler panel will need to be installed between the door and decorative panel If the decorative panel is more than 1 4 thick it will have to be routed to have a 1 4 edge on all sides See Custom panel and insert dimensions for exact sizes to cut custom panels decorator Jf pa
18. refrigerator does not operate Check that the circuit breaker is not tripped or house fuse blown Check that power supply cord is plugged into wall receptacle A more detailed troubleshooting checklist is provided in the Use and Care Guide Part No 2000493 Rev A 1992 KitchenAid If you need assistance The KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center will answer any questions about operating or maintaining your built in refrigerator not covered in the Installation Instructions The KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week Just dial 1 800 422 1230 the call is free When you call you will need the refrigerator model number and serial number Both numbers can be found on the Serial rating plate located on the frame of the cabinet Prepared by KitchenAid St Joseph Michigan 49085 How to arrange for service In the event that your KitchenAid appliance should need service call the dealer from whom you purchased the appliance ora KitchenAid authorized service company A KitchenAid authorized service company is listed in the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory under Appliances Household Major Service or Repair You can also obtain the service company s name and telephone number by dialing free within the continental United States the KitchenAid Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 422 1230 A special operator will tell you the name a
19. water line l 8 Connect union to compression nut and sleeve and tighten Do Not overtighten Page 7 Product support A solid soffit or a wood block is required to prevent the refrigerator from tipping forward after it is installed Antl tip wood block s Block s must extend to fully cover width of cover Determine what height the refrigerator will be when it is installed to fit opening Determine the height to the top of the cover at the final installed height you plan to use Important Block s must extend at least 2 over cover A WARNING Personal Injury Property Damage Hazard Unit is top heavy and may tip forward when the doors are opened A solid soffit or 2 wood block is required above the refrigerator to prevent tipping during use e If solid soffit is more than 1 inch above refrigerator a wood block must be installed on the wall not more than 1 4 inch above the refrigerator cover Failure to follow these instructions could soffit more than 1 result in personal injury or property damage above cover Seed cele less than 1 above cover Your installation location may vary from the examples shown However BA mex you must support the refrigerator N with a wood block or other adequate SONST means of support located 1 4 above the cover Locate antl tip wood blocks a maximum of 1 4 above cover Tai rear wall rear wall rear wall
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