KitchenAid KCBCR18600 [11/16] Defrosting the freezer compartment depending on the model

The freezer compartment stores frozen food (for the period indicated on the package) and freezes fresh

food. The amount of fresh food that can be frozen in 24 hours is shown on the rating plate; place the food in the

freezer compartment (see Quick Start Guide), leaving leaving enough space around the packages to allow air to

circulate. Refreezing partially thawed food is not recommended. It is important to wrap food so that no water,

moisture, or vapour may penetrate.

To save energy and prolong the life of the appliance, make sure hot foods are never placed inside it.

Note: the ambient temperature, door opening frequency and position of the appliance can affect the temperatures

inside the two compartments. Set the temperature based on these factors.

Making ice cubes

Fill the ice cube tray (where provided) 2/3 full and place it in the freezer compartment. Never use sharp or pointed

objects to remove the ice.

Removing drawers (depending on model)

Pull the drawers all the way out, lift them up a little and remove. To create more space, the freezer compartment

can also be used as follows:

A) If the freezer compartment base resembles figure A, remove the upper

drawers and/or lids. The lower drawer should be left in position. Make sure that,

once the food has been placed on the racks/shelves, the door closes properly.

B) If the freezer compartment base resembles figure B, remove all drawers or lids.

Make sure that, once the food has been placed on the racks/shelves, the door

closes properly.

Removing the lid (if present)

Open the lid and remove the pin, as illustrated in figure C.

Freezer compartment

No Frost models do not need defrosting.

For other models, if frost forms in the freezer compartment, we

recommend it is defrosted twice a year or whenever an excessive amount

of frost has formed (3 mm thickness).

It is perfectly normal for frost to form.

The amount of frost which forms and the rate at which it builds up

depends on room temperature and humidity, and on how often the door is

opened. To defrost, unplug the appliance and remove all foodstuffs. Leave

the door ajar to allow the frost to melt. For products with a freezer

compartment below the refrigerator compartment, the defrost water drain

pipe can be removed (see figure) and a recipient placed underneath.

After defrosting, replace the drain pipe, making sure that no water is left in

it. Clean inside the freezer compartment and dry carefully.

Switch the appliance back on and place the food back inside.

Defrosting the freezer compartment (depending on the model)