KitchenAid Refrigerator 2316565B User Manual

SIDE BY SIDE BUILT-IN REFRIGERATOR  
Installation Guide  
IMPORTANT: READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. INSTALLATION REQUIRES 2 OR MORE PEOPLE.  
REFRIGERADOR EMPOTRADO  
DE DOS PUERTAS  
Manual de instalación  
IMPORTANTE: LEA Y GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES. LA INSTALACIÓN REQUIERE DE 2 O MÁS PERSONAS.  
RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ENCASTRÉ CÔTE À CÔTE  
Guide d’installation  
IMPORTANT : LIRE ET CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS. L’INSTALLATION NÉCESSITE L’INTERVENTION DE 2 PERSONNES OU PLUS.  
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2316565B  
 
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY  
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.  
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety  
messages.  
This is the safety alert symbol.  
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.  
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”  
These words mean:  
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately  
follow instructions.  
DANGER  
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't  
instructions.  
follow  
WARNING  
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can  
happen if the instructions are not followed.  
WARNING  
Tip Over Hazard  
Refrigerator is top heavy and tips easily when not  
completely installed.  
Keep doors taped closed until refrigerator is  
completely installed.  
Use two or more people to move and install  
refrigerator.  
Failure to do so can result in death or serious injury.  
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MODELS  
Side by Side Non-Dispensing Refrigerators  
Architect® Series  
Classic Series  
Features wraparound styling that complements the contoured  
door handles. This series provides a warm commercial-looking  
built-in refrigerator.  
Features factory-installed, traditional style trim to provide a  
“framed” look. This series requires the installation of custom  
panels that are not included.  
KSSC36FTS  
KSSC42FTS  
KSSC48FTS  
KSSS36FTX  
KSSS42FTX  
KSSS48FTX  
Overlay Series  
Features factory-installed, overlay style trim to provide a  
“frameless” look. This series requires the installation of custom  
panels, handles, and standoffs.  
KSSO36FTX  
KSSO42FTX  
KSSO48FTX  
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Side by Side Dispensing Refrigerators  
Architect® Series  
Classic Series  
Features wraparound styling that complements the contoured  
door handles. This series provides a warm commercial-looking  
built-in refrigerator.  
Features factory-installed, traditional style trim to provide a  
“framed” look. This series requires the installation of custom  
panels that are not included.  
KSSC36QTS  
KSSC42QTS  
KSSC48QTS  
KSSS36QTB  
KSSS36QTW  
KSSS36QTX  
KSSS42QTB  
KSSS42QTW  
KSSS42QTX  
KSSS48QTB  
KSSS48QTW  
KSSS48QTX  
Overlay Series  
Complete Series  
Features factory-installed, overlay style trim to provide a  
“frameless” look. This series requires the installation of custom  
panels, handles, and standoffs.  
Features factory-installed stainless steel trim and panels to create  
a sleek, contemporary look.  
KSSP36QTS  
KSSP42QTS  
KSSP48QTS  
KSSO36QTB  
KSSO42QTB  
KSSO48QTB  
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS  
Tools and Parts  
Location Requirements  
IMPORTANT:  
The refrigerator can be recessed in an opening between cabinets  
or installed at the end of a cabinet run using a side panel to  
enclose the refrigerator.  
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Installer: Leave Installation Instructions with the homeowner.  
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Homeowner: Keep Installation Instructions for future  
reference. Save these Installation Instructions for the local  
electrical inspector’s use.  
WARNING  
TOOLS NEEDED:  
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.  
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed  
here.  
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Hand drill or electric drill  
(properly grounded)  
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Torx®†T27 screwdriver  
Explosion Hazard  
¹¹⁄₃₂" nut driver  
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Drill bits  
³⁄₈" and ¹⁄₂" open-end  
wrenches  
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as  
gasoline, away from refrigerator.  
Two adjustable wrenches  
Phillips screwdriver  
Small level  
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⁵⁄₃₂" Allen wrench  
¹⁄₄" and ⁵⁄₁₆" socket drivers  
Tape measure  
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.  
IMPORTANT:  
Appliance dolly  
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Observe all governing codes and ordinances.  
Utility knife  
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It is recommended that you do not install the refrigerator near  
an oven, radiator, or other heat source.  
PARTS NEEDED:  
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Six #8 x 3" (7.6 cm) wood screws (longer screws may be needed)  
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Do not install in a location where the temperature will fall  
below 55°F (13°C).  
One or two 2" x 4" x 32" (5 cm x 10 cm x 81 cm) wood board(s)  
Floor must support the refrigerator weight, more than 600 lbs  
(272 kg), door panels and contents of the refrigerator.  
Order factory panels, make custom panels or consult a  
qualified cabinetmaker or carpenter to make the panels.  
Ceiling height must allow for side tipping radius. See “Tipping  
Radius.”  
Classic Series: Order factory panels, make custom panels, or  
consult a qualified cabinetmaker or carpenter to make the  
panels. See “Classic Series Custom Panels” for more  
information.  
Location should permit door to open fully. See “Door Swing  
Dimensions.”  
Overlay Series: Make custom panels, or consult a qualified  
cabinetmaker or carpenter to make the panels. See “Overlay  
Series Custom Panels and Handle Kits” for more information.  
Location must permit top grille removal. See “Opening  
Dimensions.”  
Architect® and Complete Series are shipped complete.  
Opening Dimensions  
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If you are connecting the water line directly to copper tubing  
and not to a shutoff valve, you need a ferrule, a union, and a  
¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) compression fitting.  
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To avoid tipping during use, the solid soffit must be within 1"  
(2.5 cm) maximum above the refrigerator. If the solid soffit is  
higher than 1" (2.5 cm) or one is not available, then the  
refrigerator must be braced.  
If the anti-tip boards are needed, they must be attached to  
the rear wall studs 80" to 90" (203 cm to 229 cm) above the  
floor. See “Install Anti-Tip Boards” for more information.  
NOTE: A clearance of ¹⁄₂" (1.3 cm) must be maintained above  
the top grille in order for the top grille to be removed.  
¹⁄₂"  
(1.3 cm)  
†®TORX is a registered trademark of Textron Innovations Inc.  
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A grounded 3 prong electrical outlet should be placed within  
4" (10.2 cm) of the right side cabinets or end panel. See  
“Electrical Requirements” for more information.  
Electrical Requirements  
The water shutoff should be located in the base cabinet on  
either side of the refrigerator or some other easily accessible  
area. If the water shutoff valve is not in the cabinets, the  
plumbing for the water line can come through the floor or the  
back wall. See “Water Supply Requirements” for more  
information.  
WARNING  
Electrical Shock Hazard  
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.  
Do not remove ground prong.  
Do not use an adapter.  
80" - 90"  
(203-229 cm)  
4"  
(10.2 cm)  
Do not use an extension cord.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,  
fire, or electrical shock.  
83¹⁄₂" (212.1 cm) min.  
84³⁄₄" (215 cm) max.  
to bottom of solid soffit  
Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is  
important to make sure you have the proper electrical  
connection.  
Recommended Grounding Method  
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only, 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded  
electrical supply is required. It is recommended that a separate  
circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet  
that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an  
extension cord.  
77"  
(196 cm)  
A
Width  
(see chart following)  
IMPORTANT: If this product is connected to a GFCI (Ground  
Fault Circuit Interrupter) protected outlet, nuisance tripping of the  
power supply may occur, resulting in loss of cooling. Food quality  
and flavor may be affected. If nuisance tripping has occurred,  
and if the condition of the food appears poor, dispose of it.  
6"  
(15.2 cm)  
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or  
removing a light bulb, remove the top grille and turn the master  
power switch to OFF or disconnect power at the circuit breaker  
box.  
When you are finished, turn ON the master power switch or  
reconnect power at the circuit breaker box. Then reset the control  
to the desired setting.  
1"  
6"  
(2.54 cm)  
6"  
(15.2 cm)  
(15.2 cm)  
24"  
(60.96 cm) min.  
Model Width A (as shown above)  
36  
42  
48  
35¹⁄₂" (90.2 cm) to 35³⁄₄" (90.8 cm)  
41¹⁄₂" (105.4 cm) to 41³⁄₄" (106.1 cm)  
47¹⁄₂" (120.7 cm) to 47³⁄₄" (121.3 cm)  
NOTE: Flooring under refrigerator must be at same level as  
the room. Face of cabinetry must be plumb.  
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