KitchenAid KBFS20ECWH00 User Manual

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Necesitara su nQmerode modelo y de serie, ubicado en el interior del compartimiento del refrigerador.
Table of Contents / Table des mati&res
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ..................................................................... 2
Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator ........................................... 3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................... 3
Unpack the Refrigerator ...................................................................... 3
Location Requirements ....................................................................... 4
Electrical Requirements ...................................................................... 4
Water Supply Requirements ............................................................... 4
Connect the Water Supply .................................................................. 5
Refrigerator Door(s) and Drawer ......................................................... 7
Door Closing and Door Alignment ...................................................... 9
REFRIGERATOR USE ........................................................................... 9
Opening and Closing Doors ................................................................ 9
Using the Controls ............................................................................ 10
Crisper Humidity Control .................................................................. 11
Ice Maker ........................................................................................... 11
Water Dispenser ................................................................................ 12
Water Filtration System ..................................................................... 12
REFRIGERATOR CARE ....................................................................... 13
Cleaning ............................................................................................ 13
Changing the Light Bulb ................................................................... 13
Vacation and Moving Care ............................................................... 14
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................... 15
Refrigerator Operation ...................................................................... 15
Temperature and Moisture ............................................................... 16
Ice and Water .................................................................................... 16
Accessories ....................................................................................... 17
WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS .................................................... 17
PERFORMANCE DATA SHEETS ........................................................ 18
SI_CURITI_ DU RI_FRIGI_RATEUR ..................................................... 22
Mise au rebut adequate de votre vieux refrigerateur ....................... 23
INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ................................................... 23
Deballage du refrigerateur ................................................................ 23
Exigences d'emplacement ............................................................... 24
Specifications electriques ................................................................. 24
Specifications de I'alimentation en eau ............................................ 25
Raccordement de la canalisation d'eau ........................................... 25
Porte(s) et tiroir du refrigerateur ........................................................ 27
Fermeture et alignement de la porte ................................................ 29
UTILISATION DU REFRIGERATEUR ................................................. 29
Ouverture et fermeture des portes ................................................... 29
Utilisation des commandes .............................................................. 30
Reglage de I'humidite dans le bac & legumes ................................. 31
Machine a glagons ............................................................................ 31
Distributeur d'eau ............................................................................. 32
Systeme de filtration de I'eau ........................................................... 32
ENTRETIEN DU REFRIGERATEUR ................................................... 33
Nettoyage .......................................................................................... 33
Remplacement de I'ampoule d'eclairage ......................................... 33
Entretien avant les vacances ou lots d'un demenagement ............. 33
DEPANNAGE ........................................................................................ 34
Fonctionnement du refrig6rateur ...................................................... 34
Temperature et humidite .................................................................. 35
Glagons et eau .................................................................................. 35
Accessoires ....................................................................................... 36
FEUILLES DE DONNEES SUP LA PERFORMANCE ........................ 37
GARANTIE ............................................................................................ 39
WARRANTY .......................................................................................... 20
W10635370A

KitchenAid KBFS20ECWH00 Specifications

General

Type	freestanding
Style	french door
Refrigerator Capacity	19.6 cubic feet
Humidity Controlled Crispers	yes
Defrost System	automatic
Number of Refrigerator Door Bins	yes
Temperature Control	electronic
Interior Light	led
Ice Maker	yes
Water Filter	yes
Door Alarm	yes
Smart Home	no
Voltage	120 volts
Current	15 amperes

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	29.38 inches
Height	68.5 inches
Width	35.63 inches
Net Weight	350 pounds

Summary

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Essential safety precautions to reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury.

State of California Proposition 65 Warnings

Warnings about chemicals known to cause cancer or reproductive harm.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpack the Refrigerator

Steps for removing packaging and initial cleaning before use.

Location Requirements

Guidelines for proper placement, ventilation, and temperature.

Electrical Requirements

Specifications for the electrical supply and grounding.

Water Supply Requirements

Tools and requirements for connecting the water supply.

Water Pressure

Required water pressure for dispenser and ice maker operation.

Connect the Water Supply

Detailed steps for connecting the water line to the refrigerator.

Connect to Refrigerator

Instructions for connecting the water line from the supply to the appliance.

Complete the Installation

Final steps to ensure proper installation and electrical connection.

Refrigerator Door(s) and Drawer

Remove and Replace Handles

Steps for removing and reattaching the refrigerator door handles.

Remove Doors and Hinges

Procedures for safely detaching refrigerator doors and hinges.

Replace Doors and Hinges

Steps to reassemble refrigerator doors and hinges correctly.

Remove and Replace Freezer Drawer Front

Instructions for detaching and reattaching the freezer drawer front panel.

REFRIGERATOR USE

Opening and Closing Doors

How to properly open and close the refrigerator compartment doors.

Door Closing and Door Alignment

How to adjust doors and align them for proper closing.

Using the Controls

Explanation of temperature controls and other features.

Temperature Controls

Details on setting and adjusting refrigerator and freezer temperatures.

Adjusting Controls

Guidance on how to modify temperature settings for optimal cooling.

Additional Control Center Features

Details on Max Ice, Humidity Control, and Temp Alarm functions.

Crisper Humidity Control

How to adjust humidity for optimal storage of fruits and vegetables.

Ice Maker

Instructions for turning the ice maker on/off and its operation.

Water Dispenser

How to use and flush the water dispenser system.

Water Filtration System

Information on the water filter, status lights, and replacement.

REFRIGERATOR CARE

Cleaning

Guidelines for cleaning interior and exterior surfaces.

Changing the Light Bulb

Steps to replace the LED light bulbs in the refrigerator.

Vacation and Moving Care

Procedures for preparing the refrigerator for extended periods away or moving.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Refrigerator Operation

Common issues with refrigerator not operating or running too much.

The refrigerator seems noisy

Explains normal operating sounds and potential causes of noise.

The doors will not close completely

Troubleshooting steps if the refrigerator doors do not close fully.

Temperature and Moisture

Addresses issues related to temperature being too warm or interior moisture.

Ice and Water

Troubleshooting for ice maker and water dispenser issues.

The water dispenser will not operate properly

Steps to resolve problems with the water dispenser.

Accessories

WATER FILTER CERTIFICATIONS

Official certifications for water filter performance.

PERFORMANCE DATA SHEETS

Interior Water Filtration System

Technical data on water filter performance and contaminant reduction.

KITCHENAID® REFRIGERATOR WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY

Details of the manufacturer's warranty coverage for parts and labor.

ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY

Specific conditions and usage not covered by the warranty.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

Legal limitations on implied warranties like merchantability or fitness.

LIMITATION OF REMEDIES; EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

Legal limits on remedies and exclusion of consequential damages.