KitchenAid 2300274 User Manual
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Changing the Light Bulb
NOTE: Not all appliance bulbs will fit your refrigerator. Be sure to
replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape, and wattage.
replace the bulb with one of the same size, shape, and wattage.
To change the light bulb:
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw located at the
back of the light shield. Pull the light shield back to remove
the tabs from the appliance. Remove the light shield.
the tabs from the appliance. Remove the light shield.
3. Replace the bulb.
4. Reinstall the light shield by inserting the tabs. Align the holes
and insert the screw. Tighten the screw.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
Vacation and Moving Care
Vacations
If you choose to leave the refrigerator on while you’re away, use
up any perishables and freeze other items.
up any perishables and freeze other items.
If you choose to turn the refrigerator off before you leave, follow
these steps.
these steps.
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. Unplug the refrigerator.
3. Clean the refrigerator. See “Cleaning.”
4. Tape a rubber or wood block to the top of the door to prop it
open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and mold
from building up.
from building up.
Moving
When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow
these steps to prepare it for the move.
these steps to prepare it for the move.
1. Remove all food from the refrigerator.
2. Unplug the refrigerator.
3. Clean, wipe, and dry it thoroughly.
4. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them
together so they don’t shift and rattle during the move.
5. Tape the doors shut and tape the power cord to the back of
the refrigerator.
When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to
the “Installation Instructions” section for preparation instructions.
the “Installation Instructions” section for preparation instructions.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
Your refrigerator will not operate
■
Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded
3 prong outlet.
3 prong outlet.
■
Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker
tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit.
tripped? Replace the fuse or reset the circuit.
■
Is the Refrigerator Control turned to the OFF position?
See “Using the Control.”
See “Using the Control.”
The lights do not work
■
Is the power supply cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded
3 prong outlet.
3 prong outlet.
■
Is a light bulb loose in the socket or burned out? See
“Changing the Light Bulb.”
“Changing the Light Bulb.”
There is water in the defrost drain pan
■
Is the refrigerator defrosting? The water will evaporate. It is
normal for water to drip into the defrost pan.
normal for water to drip into the defrost pan.
■
Is it more humid than normal? Expect that the water in the
defrost pan will take longer to evaporate. This is normal when
it is hot or humid.
defrost pan will take longer to evaporate. This is normal when
it is hot or humid.
A. Light shield
B. Tabs
B. Tabs
C. Screw
A
B
C
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING