KitchenAid KSSS48QKW02 User Manual

Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically. 
However, clean both sections about once a month to prevent 
odors from building up. Wipe up spills immediately.

Remove the top grille. See the “Power On/Off Switch” 
section.

Press power switch to the OFF position.

Remove all removable parts from inside, such as shelves, 
crispers, etc.

Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior 
surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and a 
mild detergent in warm water. 

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Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window 
sprays, scouring cleansers, flammable fluids, cleaning 
waxes, concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers 
containing petroleum products on plastic parts, interior 
and door liners or gaskets. Do not use paper towels, 
scouring pads, or other harsh cleaning tools. These can 
scratch or damage materials.

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To help remove odors, you can wash interior walls with a 
mixture of warm water and baking soda (2 tbs. to 1 qt. 
[26 g to .95 L] of water).

Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean 
sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water. Do 
not use abrasive or harsh cleaners. Dry thoroughly with a soft 
cloth. For additional protection against damage to painted 
metal exteriors, apply appliance wax (or auto paste wax) with 
a clean, soft cloth. Do not wax plastic parts. 

To keep your Stainless Steel refrigerator looking like 

new and to remove minor scuffs or marks, it is suggested that 
you use the manufacturer’s approved Stainless Steel Cleaner 
& Polish. 

This cleaner is for Stainless Steel parts only! 

Do not allow the Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish to come into 
contact with any plastic parts such as the trim pieces, 
dispenser covers or door gaskets. If accidental contact does 
occur, clean plastic part with a sponge and mild detergent in 
warm water. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. To order the 
cleaner, see the “Accessories” section.

Clean the condenser coils located behind the top grille 
ventilation panel regularly. Coils may need to be cleaned as 
often as every other month. This may help save energy.

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Use a vacuum with an extended attachment to clean the 
condenser coils when they are dusty or dirty. 

Clean defrost pan using mild detergent in warm water. Dry 
thoroughly. 

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Remove the base grille by removing a screw at each end. 

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Remove the defrost pan by pushing up on the retaining 
clip under the refrigerator while sliding the pan forward. 

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Replace the defrost pan by positioning the edge of the 
defrost pan approximately 7 in. (17.8 cm) from the left 
side of the refrigerator. Lift defrost pan into guides and 
push back and place pan inside of retaining clip. Replace 
the base grille and base grille screws. 

Press the power switch to the ON position.

Replace the top grille. See the “Power On/Off Switch” 
section.