KitchenAid 12828134 Benutzerhandbuch

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Has the water system not filled? The water system needs 
to be filled the first time it is used. Use a sturdy container to 
depress the water dispenser until water begins to flow. 
Dispense and discard 2 to 3 gal. (8 to 12 L) of water. This will 
take approximately 5 minutes and will help clear air from the 
line. Additional flushing may be required in some households. 
See “Water Dispenser.”

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Is the water shutoff valve not turned on or the water line 
connected at the source? Be sure the water shutoff valve is 
turned on and the water source is connected to the 
refrigerator. See “Connect the Water Supply.”

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Is the water shutoff valve clogged or incorrectly installed? 
See “Connect the Water Supply.” If clogging or installation is 
not a problem, call for service or contact a plumber.

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Is there a kink in the home water source line? If you find or 
suspect a kink in the water line, contact a licensed, qualified 
plumber.

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Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator? The 
filter may be clogged or incorrectly installed. First, check the 
filter installation instructions to ensure that the filter was 
installed correctly and is not clogged. If installation or 
clogging is not a problem, call for service.

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Is a reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to 
your cold water supply? See “Water Supply Requirements.”

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Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator? The 
filter may be full or incorrectly installed. Depending on your 
model, remove the water filter cartridge. See “Water Filtration 
System.” Operate the dispenser. If the water flow increases 
noticeably, your filter is full and needs to be replaced.

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Is the glass not being held under the water dispenser long 
enough? Hold the container under the water dispenser 2 to 
3 seconds after releasing the dispenser lever. Water may 
continue to dispense during this time.

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Is there a water filter installed on the refrigerator? The 
water filtration system may have air in the lines, causing water 
to drip. Additional flushing may help clear air from the lines. 
Normal dispenser use should flush air from the lines within 
24 to 72 hours.

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Has the refrigerator been newly installed? Allow 24 hours 
for the refrigerator to cool completely.

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Has a large amount of water been recently dispensed? 
Allow 24 hours for the water to cool completely. 

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Has water not been recently dispensed? The first glass of 
water may not be cool. Discard the first glass of water.

The warmth is probably due to normal operation of the automatic 
exterior moisture control.

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Are the air vents blocked in either compartment? This 
prevents cold air movement between the compartments. 
Move objects away from the air vents. See “Ensuring Proper 
Air Circulation” for air vent locations.

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Are the door(s) opened often? The refrigerator will warm 
when this occurs. Keep the refrigerator cool by getting all 
items out at one time, keeping food organized, and closing 
the door as soon as possible.

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Has a large amount of food just been added to the 
refrigerator or freezer? Adding a large amount of food 
warms the refrigerator. It can take several hours for the 
refrigerator to return to the normal temperature.

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Are the controls set correctly for the surrounding 
conditions? See “Using the Control(s),” depending on your 
model.

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Are the air vents blocked in the refrigerator? Remove any 
objects from in front of the air vents. See “Ensuring Proper Air 
Circulation” for air vent locations.

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Are the door(s) opened often? Avoid humidity buildup by 
getting all items out at one time, keeping food organized, and 
closing the door as soon as possible.

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Is the room humid? It is normal for moisture to build up 
inside the refrigerator when the room air is humid.

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Is the food packaged correctly? Check that all food is 
securely wrapped. Wipe off damp food containers before 
placing them in the refrigerator.

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Is the control set correctly for the surrounding 
conditions? See “Using the Control(s),” depending on your 
model.

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Was a self-defrost cycle completed? It is normal for 
droplets to form after the refrigerator self-defrosts.

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Are the gaskets dirty or sticky? Clean gaskets and the 
surface that they touch. Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax on the 
gaskets following cleaning.

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Are food packages blocking the door open? Rearrange 
containers so that they fit more tightly.

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Is the ice bin out of position? Push the ice bin in all the way.

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Are the crisper cover, pans, shelves, bins, or baskets out 
of position? Put these items into their correct positions. See  
“Refrigerator Features” for more information.

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Are the gaskets sticking? Clean gaskets and the surface 
that they touch. Rub a thin coat of paraffin wax on the 
gaskets following cleaning.

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Does the refrigerator wobble or seem unstable? Level the 
refrigerator. See “Adjust the Doors.”

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Were the doors removed during product installation and 
not properly replaced? Remove and replace the doors 
according to “Refrigerator Doors,” or call a qualified service 
technician.