KitchenAid KRSF505ESS-SS Use & Care Manual

Handle Installation and Removal

PARTS INCLUDED: Door handles (2), 

¹⁄₈" and ³⁄₃₂" hex key as 

needed, spare setscrew(s)

NOTE: The handle mounting setscrews are preinstalled in the 
handle.
1. Remove the handles, which are packed inside the refrigerator.

NOTE: To avoid scratching the finish, place the handles on a 
towel or other soft surface.

2. Open the freezer door. On the refrigerator door, place the 

handle on the shoulder screws with the setscrews facing the 
freezer.     

3. Firmly push the handle toward the door until the handle base 

is flush against the door. 

4. While holding the handle, insert the short end of the hex key 

into the upper hole and slightly rotate the hex key until it is 
engaged in the setscrew. 

5. Using a clockwise motion, tighten the setscrew until it begins 

to contact the shoulder screw. 

6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to begin fastening the lower setscrew. 
7. Once both setscrews have been partially tightened as outlined 

in the previous steps, fully tighten both the upper and lower 
setscrews.
IMPORTANT: When the screws feel tight, tighten them an 
additional quarter-turn. The handle is not properly installed 
without this extra tightening.

8. Open the refrigerator door and close the freezer door. Repeat 

steps 2 through 7 to install the other handle onto the freezer 
door with the setscrews facing the refrigerator.

9. Save the hex key and all instructions.

1. While holding the handle, insert the short end of the hex key 

into the lower setscrew hole and slightly rotate the hex key 
until it is engaged in the setscrew.

2. Using a counterclockwise motion, loosen the setscrew a 

quarter-turn at a time. 

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the upper setscrew. Gently pull the 

handle away from the door.

4. If necessary, use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the shoulder 

screws from the door.

The handles for your model have red medallions on the ends. 
Replacement medallions are available for purchase. See 
“Accessories” to order. 
1. Using a 

¹⁄₈" hex key, remove the medallion from the end of the 

handle.

2. Replace medallion. 
3. Using the fastener removed in Step 1, attach the medallion to 

the handle. 

Location Requirements

IMPORTANT: This refrigerator is designed for indoor household 
use only.

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