KitchenAid KRFC300ESS User Manual

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REFRIGERATOR USER INSTRUCTIONS
Table of Contents / Índice / Table des matières
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY ................2
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 .....6
Remove and Replace Handle
Medallions (optional) .......................9
Door Closing and Door
Alignment.........................................9
REFRIGERATOR USE .....................10
Opening and Closing Doors..........10
Wine Rack
(on some models)..........................10
Using the Controls.........................10
Crisper Humidity Control...............12
Ice Maker.......................................12
Water Dispenser............................12
Water Filtration System.................12
REFRIGERATOR CARE ..................13
Cleaning.........................................13
Changing the Light Bulb ...............13
Vacation and Moving Care............14
TROUBLESHOOTING .....................14
Refrigerator Operation...................15
Temperature and Moisture............15
Ice and Water ................................15
Accessories ...................................16
PERFORMANCE DATA SHEETS ...17
WARRANTY .....................................18
SEGURIDAD DEL REFRIGERADOR..........19
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN........21
Desempaque el refrigerador .....................21
Requisitos de ubicación ...........................21
Requisitos eléctricos.................................22
Requisitos del suministro de agua ...........22
Conexión del suministro de agua............. 22
Puerta(s) y cajón del refrigerador..............24
Retiro y reemplazo de medallones
de las manijas (opcional)...........................27
Cierre y alineamiento de la puerta............ 27
USO DE SU REFRIGERADOR....................28
Cómo abrir y cerrar las puertas................28
Portabotellas .............................................28
Uso de los controles.................................28
Control de humedad
del cajón para verduras ............................30
Fábrica de hielo.........................................30
Despachador de agua ..............................31
Sistema de filtración de agua ...................31
CUIDADO DE SU REFRIGERADOR ..........32
Limpieza....................................................32
Cómo cambiar el foco ..............................32
Cuidado durante las vacaciones
y mudanzas...............................................33
SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS .................... 34
Funcionamiento del refrigerador...............34
Temperatura y humedad ..........................35
Hielo y agua ..............................................35
Accesorios.................................................36
HOJA DE DATOS DE RENDIMIENTO .......37
GARANTÍA ...................................................38
SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR........40
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION......42
Déballage du réfrigérateur...................42
Exigences d'emplacement ..................42
Spécifications électriques....................43
Spécifications de l’alimentation
en eau ..................................................43
Raccordement de
la canalisation d'eau............................43
Porte(s) et tiroir du réfrigérateur ..........45
Dépose et remplacement
des médaillons de poignée (option) ....48
Fermeture et alignement de la porte ...48
UTILISATION DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ...49
Ouverture et fermeture des portes......49
Casier à vin ..........................................49
Utilisation des commandes.................49
Réglage de l'humidité
dans le bac à légumes.........................51
Machine à glaçons...............................51
Distributeur d’eau ................................52
Système de filtration de l'eau..............52
ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR .....53
Nettoyage ............................................53
Remplacement de l’ampoule
d’éclairage ...........................................53
Entretien avant les vacances ou
lors d’un déménagement.....................54
DÉPANNAGE..........................................55
Fonctionnement du réfrigérateur.........55
Température et humidité .....................56
Glaçons et eau.....................................56
Accessoires .........................................57
FEUILLE DE DONNÉES SUR
LA PERFORMANCE ..............................58
GARANTIE ..............................................59
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KitchenAid KRFC300ESS Specifications

General

Style	French Door
Color	Stainless Steel
Number of Doors	3
Total Capacity	24.7 cu. ft
Refrigerator Capacity	19.70 cu. ft.
Freezer Capacity	8.80 cu. ft.
Number of Refrigerator Shelves	3: Spill Safe Shelf
Number of Refrigerator Bins	-
Humidity Controlled Crispers	2
Number of Freezer Shelves/Baskets	2-Tier Organization
Refrigerator Temperature	ExtendFresh Temperature Management System
Refrigerator Special Features	ThermaFresh System
Freezer Special Features	Triple-Tier Freezer Storage
Defrost System	-
Noise level	-
Refrigerant	-
Energy Class	-
Annual Energy Consumption	-
Voltage	-
Frequency	-
Current	-

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	35 5/8 in
Height	70 in
Width	35 3/4 in
Net Weight	392.4 Lbs

Summary

REFRIGERATOR SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Basic 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.

Proper Disposal of Your Old Refrigerator

Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer

Instructions to prevent accidents like child entrapment and suffocation.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpack the Refrigerator

Guidance on removing packaging and handling the appliance safely.

Remove the Packaging

Steps for removing tape and glue residue without damaging surfaces.

Clean Before Using

Advice on cleaning the interior before the first use.

Glass Shelves and Covers

Precautions for handling glass shelves and covers to prevent breakage.

Location Requirements

Electrical Requirements

Recommended Grounding Method

Details on the required electrical supply for safe operation.

Water Supply Requirements

Water Pressure

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply

Information on water pressure requirements for reverse osmosis systems.

Connect the Water Supply

Connect to Water Line

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the refrigerator to the cold water pipe.

Refrigerator Door(s) and Drawer

Remove and Replace Handles

Instructions for removing and reattaching door handles.

Remove Doors and Hinges

Replace Doors and Hinges

Remove and Replace Freezer Drawer Front

Remove Drawer Front

Instructions for removing the freezer drawer front panel.

Replace Drawer Front

Instructions for reattaching the freezer drawer front panel.

Final Steps

Remove and Replace Handle Medallions (optional)

Door Closing and Door Alignment

REFRIGERATOR USE

Opening and Closing Doors

How to open and close refrigerator doors, including the hinged seal.

Wine Rack (on some models)

Instructions for removing and replacing the wine rack.

Using the Controls

Overview of the control center and temperature settings.

Temperature Controls

Explains preset settings and how to adjust them.

Additional Control Center Features

Explains features like Max Ice, Max Cool, Humidity Control, and Temp Alarm.

Max Ice

How to use the feature to increase ice production temporarily.

Max Cool

How to use the feature for rapid cooling needs.

Humidity Control

How to adjust humidity for optimal food storage.

Filter Reset

How to reset the water filter status indicator.

Temp Alarm

Information on the temperature alarm feature and its settings.

User Preferences

How to change temperature display and alarm settings.

Crisper Humidity Control

Ice Maker

Turning the Ice Maker On/Off

Instructions for operating the ice maker.

Ice Production Rate

Factors affecting ice production and how to adjust.

Remember

Important notes about ice production, water quality, and storage.

Water Dispenser

Dispensing Water

Steps for dispensing water and initial flushing procedures.

Water Filtration System

Water Filter Status Lights

Explains the meaning of the water filter indicator lights.

Replacing the Water Filter

REFRIGERATOR CARE

Cleaning

General cleaning instructions for the refrigerator interior and exterior.

Painted metal

How to clean painted metal exteriors.

Stainless steel

How to clean stainless steel surfaces.

Condenser Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the refrigerator's condenser unit.

Changing the Light Bulb

Instructions for replacing LED light bulbs in the refrigerator.

Vacation and Moving Care

If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator On While You're Away

Steps for preparing the refrigerator for periods of absence.

Models with Vacation Mode Feature

Information on activating Vacation mode.

If You Choose to Turn Off the Refrigerator Before You Leave

Steps for turning off and preparing the refrigerator for storage.

Moving

Detailed instructions for preparing the refrigerator for transport.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Refrigerator Operation

The refrigerator will not operate

Troubleshooting steps if the refrigerator fails to turn on.

The motor seems to run too much

Explanations for why the motor might run frequently.

The refrigerator seems noisy

Lists common refrigerator noises and their causes.

The doors will not close completely

Solutions for doors that do not seal properly.

The doors are difficult to open

Troubleshooting steps for doors that are hard to open.

Temperature and Moisture

Addresses issues related to temperature control and moisture buildup.

Temperature is too warm

Steps to resolve issues where the refrigerator is too warm.

There is interior moisture buildup

Explains normal moisture and how to address excessive buildup.

Ice and Water

Troubleshooting ice and water related problems.

The ice maker is not producing ice or not enough ice

Steps to fix issues with ice production.

The ice cubes are hollow or small

Off-taste, odor or gray color in the ice

The water dispenser will not operate properly

Water is leaking from the dispenser system

Water from the dispenser is warm

Accessories

PERFORMANCE DATA SHEETS

Water Filtration System

Details on the tested performance of the water filtration system.

Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters

Guidelines for water supply and system parameters.

KITCHENAID® REFRIGERATION LIMITED WARRANTY

IF YOU NEED SERVICE:

Instructions on how to obtain warranty service and support.

TEN YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Details of the warranty coverage for different parts and periods.

WHAT IS COVERED

Specifies the components and conditions covered by the limited warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Lists exclusions and conditions not covered by the warranty.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

Legal disclaimers regarding implied warranties.

DISCLAIMER OF REPRESENTATIONS OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY

Statements outside the scope of the warranty.

LIMITATION OF REMEDIES; EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

Limitations on remedies and exclusion of certain damages.