Side-by-Side Refrigerator Quick Start Guide

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Before operating this appliance, ensure it has been properly installed according to the appliance's Owner's Manual.

The display screen on the dispenser control panel enters "sleep" mode after 2 minutes of inactivity. The first button press reactivates the display without changing settings.

Touch any control button on the dispenser panel to activate the display screen. The home screen will appear.

The dispenser panel icons are:

? [ice mode]
? [light]
?️ [temperature options]
? [lock]
? [measured fill]

Your refrigerator and freezer controls are preset at the factory to the "mid-setting," indicated by three illuminated bars. The factory-recommended set points are 37°F (3°C) for the refrigerator and 0°F (-18°C) for the freezer.

IMPORTANT: Wait 24 hours before adding food to allow the refrigerator to cool completely. Adding food sooner may cause spoilage.

NOTE: Adjusting set points to a colder setting will not cool compartments faster. If temperatures are incorrect, check that air vents are not blocked before adjusting controls.

Preset settings are generally correct for normal household use. Adjustments should be made cautiously, waiting at least 24 hours between checks.

TEMPERATURE SET POINTS

To view and adjust set points, press and hold the Temperature button for 3 seconds. Adjust mode will activate, showing information on the display screen.

NOTE: To view Celsius temperatures, press the Light button while in adjust mode. Press Light again to return to Fahrenheit.

When adjust mode is active:

The display shows the refrigerator set point and "Refrigerator".
Use the ? [lock] button to raise the set point or the ⚙️ [options] button to lower it.
Press the ?️ [temperature] button to switch to the freezer set point display ("Freezer").
Use the ? [lock] button to raise or the ⚙️ [options] button to lower the freezer set point.
Press the ? [measured fill] button to save settings.

NOTE: To exit without saving changes, press ? [ice mode] or wait approximately 60 seconds for automatic exit.

Set point ranges: Refrigerator 33°F to 42°F (0°C to 6°C); Freezer -9°F to 5°F (-23°C to -15°C).

Temperature Adjustment Guide

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

DISABLING SOUNDS

To turn off all control and dispenser sounds, press and hold ? [ice] and ? [measured fill] simultaneously for 3 seconds. To re-enable sounds, repeat the process.

TURN COOLING ON/OFF

Your refrigerator and freezer will not cool when cooling is turned off.

To turn cooling off: Press and hold the ? [lock] and ? [measured fill] buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. "Refrigeration Cooling Is Off" will appear on the display.

IMPORTANT: Ensure both buttons are pressed at the exact same time to avoid unintended actions.

To turn cooling back on: Press and hold the ? [lock] and ? [measured fill] buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds again.

MAX COOL

The Max Cool feature is useful for periods of heavy ice usage, large grocery loads, or temporarily warm room temperatures. The temperature display remains unchanged while active.

To activate Max Cool: Press the ⚙️ [options] button to enter Options mode, then press ⚙️ [options] again. The ❄️⬆️ [max cool] icon will appear on the dispenser display.

Max Cool remains active for 24 hours and then reverts to previous settings unless manually turned off. To manually turn it off, press ⚙️ [options] to enter Options mode (if not already there) and then press ⚙️ [options] again. The ❄️⬆️ [max cool] icon will disappear.

NOTE: For consistently increased ice production, adjust the freezer control to a lower setting. Be aware that colder settings may make items like ice cream harder.

MAX ICE

The Max Ice feature assists with temporary periods of heavy ice use by increasing ice production over a 24-hour period. The temperature display remains unchanged while active.

To activate Max Ice: Press the ⚙️ [options] button to enter Options mode, then press the ?️ [temperature] button. The ❄️⬆️ [max ice] icon will appear on the dispenser display.

Max Ice remains active for 24 hours and then reverts to previous settings unless manually turned off. To manually turn it off, press ⚙️ [options] to enter Options mode (if not already there) and then press ?️ [temperature]. The ❄️⬆️ [max ice] icon will disappear.

NOTE: For consistently increased ice production, adjust the freezer control to a lower setting. Be aware that colder settings may make items like ice cream harder.

SABBATH MODE

Sabbath Mode is designed for users with religious observances requiring lights and dispensers to be off. In this mode, temperature set points are maintained, but interior and dispenser lights, sounds, alarms, display backlight, and dispenser pads are disabled.

To activate Sabbath Mode: Press and hold the ? [light] and ⚙️ [options] buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. "Sabbath Mode" will appear on the display.

To deactivate Sabbath Mode: Press and hold the ? [light] and ⚙️ [options] buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds again.

POWER OUTAGE INDICATOR

This indicator alerts you if the refrigerator's power supply was interrupted and the freezer temperature rose to 18°F (-8°C) or higher.

After power is restored, "PO" will flash on the display, and a red ⚡ [power outage] icon will appear.

While the indicator is active, other control and dispenser functions are disabled until you acknowledge the outage. To re-enable functions, press the ? [measured fill] button to reset the display.

DOOR AJAR ALARM

The Door Ajar Alarm sounds if a refrigerator or freezer door is left open for 5 minutes while cooling is active. The alarm repeats every 2 minutes.

To silence the alarm: Close both doors. The feature resets and will reactivate if a door is left open for another 5 minutes.

NOTE: To temporarily mute the audible alarm (e.g., during cleaning), press any control panel button. The alarm sound will stop, but the ?❗ [door ajar] icon will remain visible.

Online Ordering Information

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

For full cycle guides, product dimensions, or complete use and installation instructions, visit:

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

Contact Information:

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

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

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