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KitchenAid KUWS24RSBS User Manual

KitchenAid KUWS24RSBS
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TECHNICAL EDUCATION
JOB AID
4317405
KAR-18
Wine Cellar
Models: KUWS24RSBS
KUWS24LSBS KUWS24RSSS
KUWO24RSBX KUWO24LSBX
Beverage Center
Models: KBCS24RSBS
KBCS24LSBS KBCS24RSSS
KBCO24RSBX KBCO24LSBX
Undercounter Refrigerator
Models: KURS24RSBS
KURS24LSBS KURS24RSSS
KURO24RSBX KURO24LSBX
KitchenAid Undercounter Refrigeration Suite
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KitchenAid KUWS24RSBS Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKitchenAid
ModelKUWS24RSBS
CategoryWine Cooler
Capacity24 Bottles
TypeBuilt-In
ConfigurationSingle Zone
Shelves5
Energy Star CertifiedYes
ColorBlack Stainless Steel
Number of Shelves5
Shelf MaterialWood
Temperature Zones1
Control TypeDigital
LightingLED
Refrigerant TypeR600a
DoorGlass Door

Summary

GENERAL

Wine Cellar, Beverage Center & Refrigerator Safety

Important safety information for all KitchenAid refrigeration units.

Model Number Designations

Explanation of the components of KitchenAid model numbers.

Serial Number Designations

Explanation of the components of KitchenAid serial numbers.

Model & Serial Number Label & Wiring Diagram Locations

Location of model/serial labels and wiring diagrams on the appliance.

Warranty

Details of the KitchenAid refrigerator warranty coverage and exclusions.

INSTALLATION INFORMATION

Tools and Parts

List of required tools and parts for appliance installation.

Location Requirements

Guidelines for choosing a suitable installation location for the unit.

Electrical Requirements

Specifications for the electrical supply needed for the appliance.

Unpack the Unit

Instructions for safely unpacking the refrigerator unit.

Door Closing

Adjusting the unit's leveling legs for proper door closure.

Remove the Base Grille

Step-by-step guide to removing the appliance's base grille.

THEORY OF OPERATION

General

Overview of the cooling system and common components across units.

Airflow

Explanation of airflow patterns and temperature zones within the units.

Ambient Thermostat (UW, BC)

Function and location of the ambient thermostat for Wine Cellar/Beverage Center.

Temperature Displays (UW, BC)

How temperature displays work and their sensor locations in UW/BC models.

COMPONENT ACCESS

Remove the Racks (UW, BC)

Procedure for removing the racks from the wine cellar or beverage center.

Remove the Tracks (UW, BC)

Steps to remove the rack tracks from the unit's interior.

Remove the Separator (UW, BC)

Instructions for disassembling and removing the separator unit.

Remove the Evaporator Cover

Guide to removing the cover protecting the evaporator assembly.

Remove the Evaporator Fan and Motor

Steps for accessing and removing the evaporator fan and motor.

Remove the Main Thermostat (UW, BC)

Procedure to remove the main thermostat in Wine Cellar and Beverage Center models.

Remove the Main Thermostat (UR)

Procedure to remove the main thermostat in the Undercounter Refrigerator.

Wiring Connector Block

Location and description of the wiring connector block behind the evaporator.

Remove the Defrost Heater

Steps to remove the defrost heater element from the unit.

Remove the Defrost Thermostat and Thermal Fuse

Procedure for removing the defrost thermostat and thermal fuse.

Remove the Evaporator

Instructions for safely removing the evaporator assembly.

Remove the Base Grille

Guide to removing the base grille to access components.

Remove the Door Switch or the Light Switch

Steps to remove the door switch or light switch from the control box.

Accessing the Unit Compartment

How to remove the access panel to reach internal components.

Remove Defrost Timer

Procedure for removing the defrost timer from the unit.

Unit Compartment Wire Connectors

Identification of wire connectors within the unit compartment.

Remove the Relay / Overload & Run Capacitors

Steps to remove the compressor's relay, overload, and run capacitors.

Remove Drain Pan

Procedure for removing the drain pan from the unit.

Remove Condenser Fan

Steps to remove the condenser fan motor assembly.

Remove Temperature Display Transformer

Procedure for removing the temperature display transformer.

Remove Compressor

Instructions for safely removing the compressor from the sealed system.

Remove Ambient Thermostat (UW, BC)

Procedure to remove the ambient thermostat in UW/BC models.

Remove Interior Light Bulb

Steps to remove and replace the interior light bulb.

Remove Door Switch Actuator (UW, BC)

Procedure to remove the door switch actuator from the door.

Remove the Door

Steps to remove the entire door from the appliance.

Remove the Door Skin and Handle

Procedure for removing the door skin and handle assembly.

Remove Door Gasket

Instructions for removing and replacing the door gasket.

Beverage Center Layout (BC)

Diagram and explanation of the Beverage Center's three temperature zones.

Upper Compartment Temperature Display Thermistor Inside Evaporator Cover (BC)

Procedure to access the upper compartment thermistor in BC models.

Disassemble Separator (UW, BC)

Steps to disassemble the separator unit to access thermistors.

COMPONENT TESTING

Evaporator Fan Motor

Testing procedure for the evaporator fan motor resistance.

Defrost Heater

Testing procedure for the defrost heater resistance.

Light Switches

Testing procedures for door and rocker light switches.

Relay / Overload

Testing procedure for the compressor's relay and overload protector.

Condenser Fan Motor

Testing procedure for the condenser fan motor resistance.

Temperature Display Transformer

Testing procedure for the temperature display transformer windings.

Defrost Timer

Testing procedure for the defrost timer functionality.

Compressor

Testing procedure for compressor windings resistance.

Ambient Thermostat (UW, BC)

Testing procedure for the ambient thermostat continuity.

Defrost Bimetal

Testing procedure for the defrost bimetal continuity at specific temperatures.

DIAGNOSIS & TROUBLESHOOTING

The UW, BC, UR Will Not Operate

Troubleshooting steps for units that fail to power on or operate.

The Lights Do Not Work

Troubleshooting steps for interior or exterior lighting issues.

There is Water in the Defrost Drain Pan

Explanation for water accumulation in the defrost drain pan.

The Motor Seems to Run Too Much

Troubleshooting steps when the compressor motor runs excessively.

Temperature is Too Warm

Troubleshooting steps for units failing to maintain the set temperature.

There is Interior Moisture Buildup

Troubleshooting steps for excessive condensation or frost inside the unit.

The Door Is Difficult to Open

Troubleshooting steps for a door that is hard to open.

The Door Will Not Close Completely

Troubleshooting steps for a door that does not seal properly.

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Wine Cellar Wiring Diagram

Schematic showing the electrical connections for the Wine Cellar model.

Beverage Center Wiring Diagram

Schematic showing the electrical connections for the Beverage Center model.

Undercounter Refrigerator Wiring Diagram

Schematic showing the electrical connections for the Undercounter Refrigerator.

Product Specifications and Warranty Information Sources

Contact Information for Whirlpool and KitchenAid Products

Phone numbers and website for product support and literature orders.

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