KitchenAid 12642708SP Refrigerator User Manual


 
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5. Remove the Phillips screw (on some models) from each side
of drawer rail assembly (see Graphic 6-1).
NOTE: Do not remove hex-head screws from rail assembly.
6. Lift front handle of freezer drawer to disengage drawer rail
hooks from interior rail assembly. Lift drawer out.
Freezer Drawer Replacement
IMPORTANT: Two individuals may be required to complete this
procedure.
1. Extend both interior rail assemblies to full length on each side
of cabinet.
2. Locate notches in both interior rail extensions (see
Graphic 6-2).
3. Align tabs on outside edge of drawer rail assemblies with
notches in both rail extensions.
4. Insert tabs into notches (see Graphic 6-3).
5. Replace the Phillips screws (on some models) on both rail
extensions (see Graphic 6-1).
6. Replace bottom basket by placing basket into rail guides.
7. Slide top basket into upper compartment.
Door and Hinge Removal
IMPORTANT:
Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF, unplug
refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and any
adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
All graphics referenced in the following instructions are
included later in this section after Final Steps.
⁵⁄₁₆
" Hex-Head Top Hinge Screw
Tools Needed: ⁵⁄₁₆ in., ³⁄₈ in., ¹⁄₄ in. hex-head socket wrench, No. 2
Phillips screwdriver, and a flat-head screwdriver.
1. Keep the refrigerator door closed until you are ready to lift it
free from the cabinet.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the refrigerator door
while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door
gasket magnets to hold the door in place while you are
working.
2. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge
graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.
3. Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the
Bottom Hinge graphic.
Door Reversal (on some models)
IMPORTANT:
Stainless steel refrigerator doors are not reversible.
If you want to reverse your non-stainless steel doors so they
open from the opposite side, follow these steps. If you are not
reversing the doors, see Door and Hinge Replacement.
Cabinet
1. Remove hinge screws from handle side and move them to
opposite side (see Graphic 1-1).
2. Remove cabinet hinge hole plugs from cabinet top with flat
blade screwdriver tip wrapped in masking tape and move
them to opposite side hinge holes as shown (see
Graphic 1-2).
Refrigerator door
1. Remove refrigerator handle assembly including the mounting
posts and screws. Keep all parts together (see Graphic 2).
2. Remove door handle seal screw front. Move to opposite side
of refrigerator door as shown (see Graphic 5).
3. Remove door stop from bottom edge of refrigerator door.
Move to opposite side of refrigerator door as shown (see
Graphic 3).
4. Attach door handle mounting posts to opposite side of the
door.
5. Position refrigerator handle over mounting posts as shown
(see Graphic 2). Drive two set screws in sides of handle.
6. Tighten all screws. Set aside door until hinges and freezer
compartment door are in place.
Door and Hinge Replacement
NOTE: Graphic may be reversed if door swing is reversed.
1. Replace the parts for the bottom hinge as shown. Tighten
screws. Replace the refrigerator door.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the refrigerator door
while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door
gasket magnets to hold the door in place while you are
working.
2. Assemble the parts for the top hinge as shown (see Top
Hinge graphic). Do not tighten screws completely.
3. Line up the door so that the bottom of the refrigerator door
aligns evenly with the top of the freezer drawer. Tighten all
screws.
Final Steps
1. Check all holes to make sure that hole plugs and screws are
in place. Reinstall top hinge cover (see Top Hinge graphic).
2. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
3. Reset the controls (see Using the Controls section).
4. Return all removable door parts to doors and food to product.
Door Stop Screw
Cabinet Hinge Hole PlugFlat-Head Handle Screw
Door Handle Seal Screw Front