KitchenAid W11396834A Dishwasher Side-by-Side User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- KitchenAid
Table of Contents
KitchenAid W11396834A Dishwasher Side-by-Side
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: Before operating this appliance, make sure it has been
properly installed according to the appliance’s Owner’s Manual.
NOTE: The display screen on the dispenser control panel will turn off
automatically and enter “sleep” mode when the control buttons and dispenser
pads have not been used for 2 minutes or more. While in “sleep” mode, the
first press of a control button will only reactivate the display screen
without changing any settings.
Touch any control button on the dispenser panel to activate the display
screen. The home screen will appear as shown.
For your convenience, your refrigerator and freezer controls are preset at the factory. When you first install your refrigerator, make sure that the controls are still set to the “mid-settings.” The factory recommended set points are 37°F (3°C) for the refrigerator and 0°F (–18°C) for the freezer.
IMPORTANT:
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Wait 24 hours before you put food into the refrigerator. If you add food before the refrigerator has cooled completely, your food may spoil.
NOTE: Adjusting the set points 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.
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The preset settings should be correct for normal household usage. The controls are set correctly when milk or juice is as cold as you like and when ice cream is firm.
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Wait at least 24 hours between adjustments. Recheck the temperatures before other adjustments are made.
TEMPERATURE SET POINTS
To view and adjust the set points, press and hold the Temperature button for 3
seconds. When adjust mode is activated, adjusting information will appear on
the display screen.
NOTE: To view Celsius temperatures, press the Light button when adjust mode is
activated. To return the display setting to Fahrenheit, press Light again.
- When adjust mode is activated, the display screen shows the refrigerator set point and “Refrigerator” appears.
- Press Lock to raise the set point, or press Options to lower the set point
- When you have finished viewing (and adjusting if desired) the refrigerator set point, press Temperature to change the display to show the freezer set point. When the zone has been changed, “Freezer” appears on the display screen.
- Press Lock to raise the set point, or press Options to lower the set point.
- When you have finished viewing (and adjusting if desired) both the refrigerator and freezer set points, press Measured Fill to save the settings.
NOTE: To exit without saving changes, press Ice Mode at any time while in adjust mode, or allow about 60 seconds of inactivity and adjust mode will turn off automatically.
- The set point range for the refrigerator is 33°F to 42°F (0°C to 6°C).
- The set point range for the freezer is –9°F to 5°F (–23°C to –15°C).
When adjusting temperature set points, use the following chart as a guide.
| CONDITION: | TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT: |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator too cold | Refrigerator setting 1° higher |
| Refrigerator too warm | Refrigerator setting 1° lower |
| Freezer too cold | Freezer setting 1° higher |
| Freezer too warm / too little ice | Freezer setting 1° lower |
DISABLING SOUNDS
- To turn off all control and dispenser sounds, press and hold Ice and Measured Fill at the same time for 3 seconds.
- To turn all sounds back on, press and hold Ice and Measured Fill at the same time for 3 seconds again.
TURN COOLING ON/OFF
Your refrigerator and freezer will not cool when cooling is turned off. Follow the directions specific to your model.
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To turn to cool off, press and hold the Lock and Measured Fill buttons at the same time for 3 seconds. When cooling is off, “Refrigeration Cooling Is Off” will appear on the display screen.
IMPORTANT: To avoid unintentionally locking the dispenser or changing other settings, be sure to press both buttons at exactly the same time. -
Press and hold Lock and Measured Fill for 3 seconds again to turn cooling back on.
MAX COOL
The Max Cool feature assists with periods of heavy ice usage, full grocery
loads, or temporarily warm room temperatures. When Max Cool is active, the
temperature display will not change.
To turn on the Max Cool feature, press the Options button to enter Options
mode and then press Options again to activate the feature. The Max Cool icon
will appear on the dispenser display.
The Max Cool feature will remain on for 24 hours, then returns to the previous
temperature set points unless manually turned off. To manually turn it off,
press the Options button to enter Options mode (unless you are already in
Options mode) and then press Options again. When the feature has been turned
off, the Max Cool icon will disappear from the dispenser display.
NOTE: If increased ice production is desired at all times, change the freezer
control to a lower setting. Setting the freezer to a colder temperature may
make some foods harder, such as ice cream.
MAX ICE
The Max Ice feature assists with temporary periods of heavy ice use by
increasing ice production over a 24-hour period. When Max Ice is active, the
temperature display will not change.
The Max Ice feature assists with temporary periods of heavy ice use by
increasing ice production over a 24-hour period.
To turn on the Max Ice feature, press the Options button to enter Options
mode, and then press the Temperature button to activate the feature. The Max
Ice icon will appear on the dispenser display.
The Max Ice feature will remain on for 24 hours, then returns to the previous
temperature set points unless manually turned off. To manually turn it off,
press the Options button to enter Options mode (unless you are already in
Options mode), and then press Temperature. When the feature has been turned
off, the Max Ice icon will disappear from the dispenser display.
NOTE: If increased ice production is desired at all times, change the freezer
control to a lower setting. Setting the freezer to a colder temperature may
make some foods harder, such as ice cream.
SABBATH MODE
Sabbath Mode is designed for those whose religious observances require turning
off the lights and dispensers.
In Sabbath Mode, the temperature set points remain unchanged, but the interior
and dispenser lights turn off, all sounds and alarms are disabled, the
dispenser display screen backlight turns off, and the dispenser pads are
disabled.
- To turn on Sabbath Mode, press and hold Light and Options at the same time for 3 seconds. When the feature turns on, “Sabbath Mode” will appear on the dispenser display.
- To turn off Sabbath Mode, press and hold Light and Options at the same time for 3 seconds again.
POWER OUTAGE INDICATOR
The power outage indicator lets you know if the power supply to the
refrigerator has been cut off and the freezer temperature has risen to 18°F
(–8°C) or higher.
When power has been restored, “PO” repeatedly flashes on the display screen
and the red Power Outage icon appears.
When the indicator is on, all other control and dispenser functions are disabled until you confirm that you are aware of the power outage.
- To enable other functions, press Measured Fill to reset the display screen to its normal status.
DOOR AJAR ALARM
The Door Ajar Alarm feature sounds an alarm when the refrigerator or freezer
door is open for 5 minutes and the product cooling is turned on. The alarm
will repeat every 2 minutes. Close both doors to turn it off. The feature then
resets and will reactivate when either door is left open again for 5 minutes.
NOTE: To mute the audible alarm while keeping the doors open, such as while
cleaning the inside of the refrigerator, press any button on the control
panel. The alarm sound will be turned off temporarily, but the Door Ajar icon
will still be displayed on the dispenser control panel.
Online Ordering Information
For detailed installation instruction 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, 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
KtichenAid Brand Home Appliances Customer eXperience Center
553 Benson Road
Benton Harbor, MI 49022–2692
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