KitchenAid KBFN502EPA 42 Inch Width Built In Panel Ready French Door Refrigerator User Guide
- June 3, 2024
- KitchenAid
Table of Contents
Built-in Bottom Mount Dispening
Quick Start Guide
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
KBFN502EPA 42 Inch Width Built-In Panel Ready French Door Refrigerator
IMPORTANT: Before operating this appliance, make sure it has been
properly installed according to the appliance’s Installation Guide.
For your convenience, your refrigerator and freezer temperature controls are
set to the recommended set points at the factory. When you first install your
refrigerator, make sure the temperature controls are still set to the
recommended set points. The recommended set points are 37°F (3°C) for the
refrigerator and 0°F (-18°C) for the freezer.
IMPORTANT:
-
The recommended settings should be correct for normal household refrigerator use. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.
-
When the power is on, the temperature display shows the set point temperature of the compartment.
-
Wait 24 hours for your refrigerator to cool completely before adding food. If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil.
NOTE: Adjusting the refrigerator and freezer controls to a colder-than- recommended setting will not cool the compartments any faster. -
If the temperature is too warm or too cold in the refrigerator or freezer, first check the air vents to be sure they are not blocked before adjusting the controls.
-
Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments. Recheck the temperatures before other adjustments are made.
Viewing the Temperature in Degrees Celsius
- Press C touchpad to display degrees Celsius, and press the F touchpad to display degrees Fahrenheit.
NOTE: If the freezer temperature is below zero, the negative sign next to the freezer display will light up. This is normal.
Adjusting Temperatures
Pressing the Freezer or Fridge picture button once will display the
compartment temperature.
Press + or – to adjust the temperature. Press Save to set the temperature.
The Refrigerator temperature range will be from 34°F to 42°F (1°C to 6°C),
with the factory default temperature being 37°F (3°C).
The Freezer temperature range will be from -5°F to 3°F ( -21°C to -16°C), with
the factory default temperature being 0°F (-18.0°C).
| CONDITION/REASON: | TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT |
|---|---|
| REFRIGERATOR too cold | REFRIGERATOR Control 1° higher |
| REFRIGERATOR too warm | REFRIGERATOR Control 1° lower |
| FREEZER too cold | FREEZER Control1° higher |
| FREEZER too warm/too little ice | FREEZER Control 1° lower |
Water Filter Indicator and Reset
The water filter indicator, located on the control panel, will help you know
when to change the water filter.
A replacement water filter should be ordered when “Order” is displayed. It is
recommended that you replace the filter when “Replace” is displayed or when
the water flow to your water dispenser and/or ice maker decreases noticeably.
See “Changing the Water Filter” later in this section.
After changing the water filter, press and hold FILTER RESET for 3 seconds
until the “Order Filter” or “Replace Filter” indicator light disappears.
Filter Reset
After changing the filter, press and hold the Filter Reset button for 3
seconds. The display will count down 3,2,1, the filter reset will flash and
return to the original display. See the “Water Filtration System” section in
the Owner’s Manual for steps to remove and replace the filter.
Max Cool/ Max Ice
Max Cool
The Max Cool feature assists with full grocery loads, temporarily warm room
temperatures, or during heavy door opening use.
- Press OPTIONS, and then press MAX COOL to turn on the Max Cool feature. Max Cool will remain activated for 24 hours unless manually turned off.
NOTE: The temperature display for the refrigerator compartment will remain at the user’s set point, but the actual temperature of the refrigerator compartment will drop to 34°F (1°C), while the Max Cool feature is enabled. After 24 hours, the refrigerator returns to the previous temperature set points.
Max Ice
The Max Ice feature speeds up the ice production rate to assist with periods
of heavy ice usage.
- Press OPTIONS, and then press MAX ICE to turn on the Max Ice feature. Max Ice will remain activated for 24 hours unless manually turned off.
NOTE: The temperature display for the refrigerator and freezer compartments will remain at the user’s set points, but the actual temperature of the freezer compartment will drop to -5°F (-21°C), while the Max Ice feature is enabled. After 24 hours, the freezer will return to the previous temperature set point.
Alarm Functions
Door Open – An alarm will sound when a door has been open for longer than 5
minutes. Closing the door or drawer, or pressing any Home Screen touchpad
(Fridge, Freezer or Options) will reset the Door Open feature and turn off the
audio alarm.
NOTE: If the door(s) or drawer are left open for 10 minutes the interior
lights will go out. Closing the open door(s) or drawer will reset the lights.
Over Temperature
IMPORTANT: If the Over Temperature Alarm activates, your food may spoil.
See “Power Interruptions.” Minimize door openings until temperatures return to
normal.
The Over Temperature feature is designed to let you know when either the
refrigerator temperature rises above 48°F (9°C) or the freezer temperature
rises above 15°F (-9°C) for longer than 1½ hours. The audio alarm will shut
off automatically when the temperature returns to normal, but the indicator
light will continue to flash to let you know that an Over Temperature
condition occurred until an Over Temperature reset has been performed. Press
any Home Screen touchpad (Fridge, Freezer, or Options) to turn off the
indicator light.
If the over-temperature condition is still present when an Over Temperature
reset is performed, the indicator light will continue to reactivate every 1½
hours until refrigerator and freezer temperatures are below 48°F (9°C) and
15°F (-9°C), respectively.
Power Outage – When a power outage occurs, a Power Outage indicator light
will be displayed. Press any Home Screen touchpad (Fridge, Freezer, or
Options) to turn off the indicator light. The power outage indicator light
will not display when either Cooling Off or Sabbath mode is active but will
appear after exiting Sabbath mode if a power outage occurred.
Sabbath Mode
Sabbath mode is designed for those whose religious observances require turning off the lights and ice maker. By selecting this feature, the temperature set points remain unchanged, the ice maker will be disabled, the interior lights will turn off, and the audio tones are muted. For the most efficient refrigerator operation, it is recommended to exit Sabbath mode when it is no longer required.
- Press and hold the SABBATH touchpad to turn on Sabbath mode. The display will count down 3,2,1. This feature will remain on until Sabbath is deactivated. Press and hold Sabbath for three seconds until Sabbath mode is turned off. The display will not show a countdown to turn off.
NOTE: If the Max Cool or Max Ice feature has been selected prior to turning on Sabbath mode, Max Cool and Max Ice will be automatically canceled upon entering Sabbath mode.
Online Ordering Information
For detailed installation instructions and maintenance information, winter
storage, and transportation tips, please see the Owner’s Manual included with
your appliance.
For information on any of the following items, the full cycle guide, warranty,
detailed product dimensions, or for complete instructions for use and
installation, please visit https://www.kitchenaid.com/service-and-support,
or in Canada https://www.kitchenaid.ca/service-and-support. This may save
you the cost of a service call. However, if you need to contact us, use the
information listed below for the appropriate region.
United States:
1–800–253–1301
KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances
Customer Experience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022–2692| Canada:
1–800–807–6777
KitchenAid Brand Home Appliances
Customer Experience Centre
200–6750 Century Ave.
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7
---|---
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
W11594073A
W11594074A-SP
®/™ ©2022 KitchenAid. All rights reserved. Used under license in Canada.