KitchenAid 19 Cu. Ft. Standard-Depth Bottom-Freezer Refrigerator, Architect® Series II 使用和维护

5. Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop 

them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and 
mold from building up.

When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow 
these steps to prepare it for the move.
1. If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

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Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day 
ahead of time.

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Disconnect the water line from the back of the refrigerator.

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When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shutoff arm 
to the OFF (up) position or press the switch to OFF, 
depending on your model.

2. Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food 

in dry ice.

3. Empty the ice bin.
4. Turn off the Temperature control(s). See “Using the Control(s).”
5. Unplug refrigerator.
6. Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.
7. Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them 

together so they don’t shift and rattle during the move.

8. Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so it 

rolls more easily OR raise the leveling screws so they don't 
scrape the floor. See “Adjust the Door(s)” or “Door Closing 
and Door Alignment.”

9. Tape the doors closed 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. 
Also, if your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, remember to 
reconnect the water supply to the refrigerator.

TROUBLESHOOTING

First try the solutions suggested here. If you need further assistance or more recommendations that may help you avoid a service call, 
refer to the warranty page in this manual and scan the code with your mobile device, or visit http://kitchenaid.custhelp.com. 
In Canada, visit www.kitchenaid.ca (website may not be compatible with some mobile devices).

Contact us by mail with any questions or concerns at the address below:

In the U.S.A.:

KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022-2692

In Canada:

KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances
Customer eXperience Centre
200 – 6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence. 

Refrigerator Operation

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Power cord unplugged? Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

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Is outlet working? Plug in a lamp to see if the outlet is 
working.

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Household fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped? Replace 
the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, 
call an electrician. 

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Are controls on? Make sure the refrigerator controls are on. 
See “Using the Control(s).”

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New installation? Allow 24 hours following installation for the 
refrigerator to cool completely. 

NOTE: Adjusting the temperature controls to coldest setting 
will not cool either compartment more quickly.

Your new refrigerator may run longer than your old one due to its 
high-efficiency compressor and fans. The unit may run even 
longer if the room is warm, a large food load is added, doors are 
opened often, or if the doors have been left open.

Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years. Due to this 
reduction, you may hear intermittent noises from your new 
refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model. Below are 
listed some normal sounds with explanations.

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Buzzing - heard when the water valve opens to fill the ice 
maker

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Pulsating - fans/compressor adjusting to optimize 
performance

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Hissing/Rattling - flow of refrigerant, movement of water 
lines, or from items placed on top of the refrigerator

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Sizzling/Gurgling - water dripping on the heater during 
defrost cycle

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Popping - contraction/expansion of inside walls, especially 
during initial cool-down