KitchenAid KSRF36DT Refrigerator User Manual
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1. 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 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 10 If built in If you need How to arrange for refrigerator does assistance service not operate When you call you will need the First call your dealer or repair ner built in refrigerator model number service he recommends Check that the circuit breaker is not and serial number Both numbers All service should be handled tripped or fuses blown Check that can be found on the serial rating d locally by the dealer from whom power supply Cord is plugged into plate located on the frame of the Aen wall receptacle A more detailed you purchased the unit or an cabinet authorized KitchenAid servicing troubleshooting checklist is provided in the Use and Care Guide outlet If your local service is unsatisfactory contact the Customer Relations Department2. 84 3 4 height with 8 1 2 grille 84 1 4 height with 8 grille 83 3 4 height with 7 1 2 grille XQ 4 5 8 Custom door panels handle inserts and top grille panels Door and top gnille panels Dimensions shown are with routed edges Routing is required if panels are more than 1 4 thick Freezer door a 14 14 gt 26 1 4 70 7 16 E Maximum weight of custom panels is 30 pounds Door handle inserts 68 1 16 e 7 8 wide 1 4 thick Panel routing for door Refrigerator door panel and top grille panels a 19 14 j1 max 5 16 min ad min Door panel ral Handle min access If custom door panels greater than 1 4 thick are used it may be necessary to route the handle side of panel a minimum of 3 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 32 3 8 Panel for 8 top 5 1 2 grille Panel for 7 1 2 top 5 grille cs 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 4 Side panel requirements 1 8 tolerance 36 35 5 16 installatio
3. KitchenAid Inc P O Box 558 St Joseph MI 49085 0558 Call Toll Free 800 422 1230 Part No 1113200 Prepared by KitchenAide 1988 KitchenAid St Joseph Michigan 49085 Printed in U S A
4. Make sure screws engage wall studs a minimum of 1 1 2 Screw the second wood block to the front of the first block The wood blocks must extend 2 inches beyond the ends of the anti tip bracket wood block s 1 4 max bracket rear wall less than 1 above anti tip bracket anti tip bracket rear wall If soffit is less than one inch above anti tip bracket a wood support is not needed Now start Remove top grille assembly 1 a Package literature package and parts bag taped to the refrigerator door and save 2 Remove the four brackets 2 on each side that attach shipping base to the bottom of the refrigerator Discard brackets and shipping base Do Not remove tape and door bracing at this time ii CLBRERELAR RULER RERERELRLERRERAT 1 Place appliance dolly under the side of the refrigerator Wrap strap from truck loosely around refrigerator Insert two corner posts around handles to prevent scratching Tighten strap making sure that handles 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 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 4 CAUTION Floor Damage Keep cardboard shipping piece or p
5. optional top Hele far plumbing grilles are given on page 3 str within shaded areas Floor plumbing location 1 8 tolerance Page 2 Product dimensions Top grille The 8 1 2 top grille is provided Smaller top grilles must be ordered 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 4210546 Right side trim Left side trim Decorative panel side frame Air vane 4210545 Right side trim Left side trim Decorative panel side frame Air vane Page 3 Levelers extended 1 8 below rollers 82 1 2 recessed height 5 recessed width 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 minimum extension of levelers 1 8 below rollers is used to remove the weight from the rollers 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 Levelers fully extended 1 1 4 below rollers 83 5 8 recessed height top of housing to top of grille 1 8 min with 7 1 2 grille 1 1 8 max with 8 1 2 grille 5 recessed width Height dimensions when the maximum extension of levelers 1 1 4 below rollers is used to remove the weight from the rollers
6. 36 Built In Refrigerator Model KSRF36DT IMPORTANT installer Leave installation instructions with the Homeowner Homeowner Keep installation instructions for future reference Save installation instructions for local electrical inspectors use 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 400 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 NOTE It is the customer s responsibility e To contact a qualified electrical installer To assure that electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 1987 or to latest and local codes and ordinances A WARNING Electr
7. anels 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 An extension cord shou d not be used 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 It is 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 1987 or to latest and local codes and ordinances See Figure 1 f a mating wall receptacle is n
8. e keyhole bracket on the frame and pull down to secure If the top grille decorative panel does not fit evenly within frame the keyhole bracket 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 set screws A WARNING 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 can be adjusted 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 and 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 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 1 T E two screws to attach bottom grille to cabinet Loosen the four height adjustment screws Adjust the bottom grille t fill the space from the floor to the bottom of the cabinet Tighten adjustment screws Put shelves and bins into the refrigerator and freezer compartments Remove protective film from door frame Move the ice maker arm into the down position Set refrigerator and
9. ical 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 1 AWARNING Parts supplied for Personal injury Hazard installation top grille assembly e Because of the weight and base grille size of the built in tube assembly misc parts bag people are needed to move and Safely install it Remove parts from packages Check that all parts were included e Most of the refrigerator s weight is at the top Extra Parts that must be care is needed when moving the refrigerator to ordered sepa rately prevent tipping or custom made Failure to do so could f l result in personal injury Acrylic door panel kits 4 CAUTION Three colors of acrylic door pane kits are available from your KitchenAid dealer White Black and Almond Each kit includes door panels top grille panels and handle Floor Damage inserts Follow kit instructions Keep cardboard shipping piece io install panels and inserts or plywood under refrigerator until it is installed in operating position Failure to do so may cause damage to floor covering Kit Numbers for Acrylic Panels 4210464 4210469 4210548 Important Observe all Custom door panels handle governing codes and inserts and top grille panels ordinances See page 4 for custom panel Failure to meet codes and dimensions and page 9 steps o
10. ing Determine the height of the anti tip bracket at the final installed height you plan to use AWARNING Personal Injury Property Damage Hazard The solid soffit must be no more than 1 above the anti tip bracket or you will need to attach a wood block to the wall Failure to attach wood blocks to the wall could result in personal injury or property damage Your installation location may vary from the examples shown However you must support the refrigerator with a wood block or other adequate means of support located 1 4 above the anti tip bracket Locate wood blocks a maximum of 1 4 above anti tip bracket rear wall When a soffit is not available locate wall studs in the refrigerator opening Center one wood block and use wood screws to attach the wood block to the wall studs Make sure screws engage wall studs a minimum of 1 1 2 Screw the second wood block to the front of the first block The wood blocks must extend 2 inches beyond the ends of the anti tip bracket Page 7 wood block s Important Block s must extend to fully cover top of anti tip bracket Sa anti tip bracket Block s must extend to here Se D soffit more than 1 above anti tip bracket anti tip If soffit is more than one inch above anti tip bracket locate wall studs in the refrigerator opening Center one wood block and use wood screws to attach the wood block to the wall studs
11. itting Replace the water valve Slide compression nut and sleeve on tubing with fitting for water valve Connect the union from the water supply line to the compression nut on the tubing from the water valve Tighten with an adjustable wrench Do Not overtighten Turn the water supply valve to the open position Turn the refrigerator switch to the ON position Check all connections for leaks Page 9 Remove tape from rear leveling rods Turn the two leveling rods clockwise using a 5 16 socket and 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 off 8 E a FU Refrigerator must be level for proper operation Important All four leveling legs must contact the floor The rollers should not be used as long term support for 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 pane
12. l requirements page 5 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 If the panel is less 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 If you wish to change 11 the door handle insert slide insert trim into handle See Custom panel and insert dimensions for exact sizes to cut custom inserts Insert end caps into each end of door handle Replace refrigerator door handle Some end caps are attached with screws 12 Repeat Steps 10 and 11 for the freezer door decorator panel bracket Remove two nuts from one end of the top panel frame Remove end piece Slide decorative panel into panel frame Replace end piece using nuts keyhole os bracket Attach the two braces to the top front corners of the refrigerator cabinet Attach top grille frame to braces Check that top grille is aligned with top trim on cabinet Use ten screws to tighten top grille frame to refrigerator Check that the power switch is in the ON position Attach top grille decorative panel assembly to th
13. lywood under refrigerator until it is installed in operating position Failure to do so may cause damage to floor covering 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 refngerator and freezer compartments Set aside until needed during installation Do Not remove any protective film until refrigerator is completely installed Numbers correspond to steps Page 8 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle power supply cord retainer Move refrigerator close to final position Remove cardboard or plywood from under refrigerator Plug electrical cord 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 Ley Check that the power switch at the top of the cabinet is in the OFF position Connect the fitting to the refrigerator water valve Do Not overtighten If necessary the water valve can be removed from the underside of the cabinet to attach the fitting You may have to remove the wiring channel to get to the valve Remove the screw between the coils of the water valve Remove the disconnected water valve and attach the f
14. n 1 8 spacer thickness 23 7 8 depth flush door 23 1 8 depth protruding door installation Refrigerator side trim 1 4 sore 1 16 3 3 4 i a Side trim when 25 depth is available If less than 25 depth is available go to step 3 apusi If side panel is not inserted into 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 1 Attach three spacers as shown to the top middle and bottom of each side of the refrigerator Spacers are required for ventilation side panel support nailer side panel support nailer 1 2 side panel recommended 1 2 side panel recommended spacer 3 If less than 25 depth is available side panel installation will need to be completed according to each site s restrictions 2 Aside panel support nailer should be attached to the rear wall on each side of refrigerator Page 5 side trim drill six equally spaced One method is to attach side panel to outside of side trim However this will increase width required Drill holes into side trim 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 toe panel recess 4 Height of side p
15. ock 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 compression nut to outlet with an adjustable wrench Do Not overtighten Turn on main water supply and flush copper tubing Turn the new water line valve to the OFF position 5 Route copper tubing to the refrigerator location Ee 6 Slide compression nut and sleeve over water line 7 Connect union to compression nut and sleeve Tighten with adjustable wrench Do Not overtighten Page 6 Product support A solid soffit or a wood block is required to prevent the refrigerator from tipping forward after it is installed An anti tip bracket is located at the top center rear of the refrigerator Determine what height the refrigerator will be when it is installed to fit open
16. ot available it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have a Properly grounded 3 prong wall receptacie installed by a qualified electrician 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle PAN l 3 ptong grounding 7 plug wer suppl is a 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 Hazard Do Not install copper tubing in an area where temperatures drop below freezing To do so may result in water damage ond 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 line AWARNING Electric Sh
17. rdinances could lead to 9 13 for installation fire or electrical shock hazard Side panels Tools and Check with your builder or installer to see if you need side panels materials needed that match your kitchen cabinets 7 H Side panels must be custom made for installation Side panel dimensions are given Phillips screwdriver stepladder on page 5 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 adjustable wrench cardboard or plywood 6 8 or larger wood screws 2 wood boards 32 long See page 7 for specifications 1 3 8 open wrench front leveler screwdriver level bucket shutoff valve stud locator 1 4 nut driver Dimensions for built in area 12 Electrical outlet should be installed 9 within shaded area Grounded electrical 3 outlet location 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 Wall the dimensions given for that plumbing method as shown location Height of built in area can range from a minimum of 82 1 2 to 84 3 4 re Optional top grilles may be required aiz for enclosures less than 83 5 8 Height dimensions with
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