KitchenAid French Door Bottom Mount Refrigerator Quick Start Guide

IMPORTANT: Before operating this appliance, ensure it has been properly installed according to the appliance's Owner's Manual. The control center is located at the top front of the refrigerator compartment.

TEMPERATURE CONTROLS

Your temperature controls are preset at the factory for convenience. Upon initial installation, verify that the controls are set to the recommended points as shown.

Control Panel Diagram Description:

Freezer Section: Features '+' and '-' touch pads for temperature adjustment, an '[OFF]' indicator, and a temperature display typically showing '0° Recommended'.
Refrigerator Section: Features '+' and '-' touch pads for temperature adjustment, an '[OFF]' indicator, and a temperature display typically showing '38° Recommended'.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

The recommended settings are suitable for normal household refrigerator use. Correct settings are confirmed when milk or juice is as cold as desired and ice cream is firm.
When the power is on, the temperature display shows the set point temperature for each compartment.
Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to cool completely before adding food to prevent spoilage.
Adjusting controls to a colder setting will not cool compartments faster.
If temperatures are too warm or too cold, check that air vents are not blocked before adjusting controls.

To Turn Your Refrigerator Off/On:

Press the freezer '+' touch pad repeatedly until "Off" appears in the freezer display. Allow a few seconds for the refrigerator to shut off. Neither compartment will cool.

Adjust Set Points:

The first touch of the '+' or '-' touch pad displays the current temperature set point. Press the '+' or '-' touch pads until the desired temperature set point is displayed.

NOTE: Except when initially turning on the refrigerator, do not adjust either temperature control more than one setting at a time. Wait 24 hours between adjustments for the temperature to stabilize.

Adjusting the Controls:

The Refrigerator control adjusts the refrigerator compartment temperature. The Freezer control adjusts the freezer compartment temperature. Use the following chart as a guide for adjustments:

CONDITION	TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
Refrigerator too cold	Refrigerator setting 1° higher
Refrigerator too warm	Refrigerator setting 1° lower
Freezer too cold	Freezer setting 1° higher
Freezer too warm / too little ice	Freezer setting 1° lower

TEMP ALARM

The [Temp Alarm] feature provides temperature information during power outages. An alarm sounds if compartment temperatures exceed normal operating levels for an hour or more. Displays will alternate between current and highest temperatures reached.

Press the [Temp Alarm] touch pad once to stop the audible alarm and alternating displays. The [Temp Alarm] light will continue to flash until the refrigerator returns to the set temperature.

During a power outage: If compartment temperatures exceed normal operating levels, the highest temperature reached will be displayed. Press the [Temp Alarm] touch pad until the indicator light is lit to turn this feature on. Press and hold [Temp Alarm] for 3 seconds until the indicator light goes off to turn it off.

HUMIDITY CONTROL

The [Humidity Control] feature activates a heater to reduce moisture on the door hinge seal. Use this in humid environments or when moisture is observed on the door hinge seal. The refrigerator consumes more energy when [Humidity Control] is on.

Press [Humidity Control] when the environment is warm and humid, or if moisture appears on the door hinge seal. The indicator light will be lit when the feature is active. Press [Humidity Control] to 'Off' to save energy in less humid environments.

WATER FILTER STATUS

The water filter status lights indicate when to change the water filter. The [Order] light signals it's almost time; the [Replace] light indicates a new filter should be installed.

IMPORTANT: The disposable water filter should be replaced at least every 6 months. If water flow to the dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably before 6 months, replace the filter more often.

FILTER RESET

The [Filter Reset] control restarts the water filter status tracking after replacing the filter. Refer to the "Water Filtration System" in the Owner's Manual for details.

After replacing the water filter, press and hold [Filter Reset] for 3 seconds until the [Order] or [Replace] light turns off.

USER PREFERENCES

The control center allows setting user preferences:

Temperature Display (F_C):

Change the temperature display between Fahrenheit (F) and Celsius (C).

Alarm (AL):

Turn alarm sounds On or Off.

To Access the User Preferences Menu:

Press and hold the [Door Alarm] touch pad for 3 seconds. The preference name appears in the freezer display, and the status (F/C or On/Off) appears in the refrigerator display.
Use the freezer '+' or '-' touch pads to scroll through preference names. Press the refrigerator '+' or '-' touch pads to change the preference status.
Save preferences by pressing and holding the [Door Alarm] touch pad for 3 seconds, or by closing the refrigerator compartment door.

MAX ICE

The [Max Ice] feature increases ice production for periods of heavy ice use. Press the [Max Ice] touch pad to set the freezer to its lowest temperature setting. Press it again to return to the normal freezer set point.

NOTE: The [Max Ice] feature automatically shuts off in approximately 24 hours.

MAX COOL

The [Max Cool] feature assists during periods of high refrigerator use, full grocery loads, or temporarily warm room temperatures. Press [Max Cool] to set the freezer and refrigerator to their lowest temperature settings. Press [Max Cool] again to return to the normal refrigerator set point.

NOTE: The [Max Cool] feature automatically shuts off in approximately 12 hours.

DOOR ALARM

The [Door Alarm] feature sounds a chime every few seconds if the refrigerator door is left open for 5 continuous minutes. The chime stops when the door is closed or [Door Alarm] is turned off.

Press the [Door Alarm] touch pad to turn this feature on or off. The indicator light is lit when the feature is active.

Online Ordering Information

For detailed installation, maintenance, winter storage, and transportation tips, please refer to the Owner's Manual included with your appliance.

For information on the full cycle guide, detailed product dimensions, or complete instructions for use and installation, visit:

United States: https://www.kitchenaid.com/service-and-support
Canada: https://www.kitchenaid.ca/service-and-support

This may help save the cost of a service call. For further assistance, contact the appropriate region:

United States:
KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692
1-800-253-1301

Canada:
KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Centre
200-6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
1-800-807-6777

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Model Numbers: W11402367A, W11411659A - SP

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