KitchenAid KSSC42QVS Built-in Side-by-Side Refrigerator
Built-in side-by-side owners most often call about the LCD dispenser, the ice bucket or a warm fresh-food side.
Model overview
The KitchenAid KSSC42QVS is a built-in side-by-side refrigerator with 25.0 cubic feet of storage, an external dispenser for ice and water, and an LCD display on the dispenser. The ice bucket sits in the freezer door on an AquaSense mount, and four adjustable SpillClean shelves divide the fresh-food side. Across the metro areas we cover, owners call about dispenser stops, ice that does not fill and warm fresh-food sides. For the booking form, add the symptom, the full model number from the rating label and any code on the dispenser display.
At a glance
| Model | KSSC42QVS |
|---|---|
| Appliance | 42-inch built-in side-by-side refrigerator |
| Common symptoms | water leaking inside or under the unit; ice maker or dispenser not working; compressor or fan running loud or nonstop; fresh-food section not cooling to the set temperature |
| What you can check | Note how long the temperature has been off and whether the freezer side is affected too. |
| When to call a technician | If the symptom comes back after the simple checks, or you see a code, leaking water or a burning smell, book a visit. |
Specifications
| Capacity | The qualifying-product list records 25.0 cubic feet of storage. |
|---|---|
| Features | An external dispenser provides ice and water. The AquaSense ice bucket is mounted in the freezer door. Temperature management uses ExtendFresh Plus. Four adjustable SpillClean refrigerator shelves are included. Produce drawers have humidity controls. |
| Controls | The dispenser includes an LCD display. |
| Ratings and listings | Listed annual energy use is 752 kWh. |
What sets the KSSC42QVS apart
The LCD through-door dispenser and the door-mounted ice bucket set the KSSC42QVS apart from a side-by-side with a plain dispenser. The AquaSense bucket sits in the freezer door, so ice is reached without opening the freezer, and the dispenser display shows current settings. Produce drawers have humidity controls, and ExtendFresh Plus manages temperature across the compartments. Listed annual energy use is 752 kWh.
Service notes for the KSSC42QVS
An ice or water dispenser that stops is traced to the external supply and the dispenser unit, and the LCD may show a message the owner should record. Ice buckets that do not fill are checked at the AquaSense mount and the freezer door path, which the owner can look at before the visit. Water leaking inside or under the unit points to the drain path and the supply hose, so note whether the puddle sits near the dispenser or the back. Compressor or fan noise that will not stop is described by sound type, whether a hum, a fan or a rattle. A fresh-food section that runs warm is checked with ExtendFresh Plus and the door seal, and the produce drawer humidity controls are a quick check first. Letters and digits after this base vary by unit, so type the complete rating-label number.
The model number is printed on the rating label, usually on a side wall or the ceiling inside the fresh-food section, or behind the base grille; match it letter for letter before booking, because a single letter can change parts.
Common issues for this model
- Water leaking inside or under the unit
- Ice maker or dispenser not working
- Compressor or fan running loud or nonstop
- Fresh-food section not cooling to the set temperature
Related error codes
KitchenAid Refrigerator H2O Light: Filter Status and Reset
H2O is a filter reminder, not a breakdown. Put in a new water filter, then hold the reset buttons to clear the light.
KitchenAid Undercounter Codes E1 and E2: Power Cycle Only
KitchenAid undercounter units can show E1 or E2; its help gives a power cycle and does not name a cause.
KitchenAid Refrigerator F3E1 to F8EC Error Codes
Thirteen refrigerator codes share a single KitchenAid entry with no cause stated. Reset the power, confirm cooling, then arrange service if needed.
KitchenAid Refrigerator PO Error Code Explained
PO is KitchenAid's outage indicator for refrigerators. Freezer temperature reached 18F (-8C) or higher; MEASURED FILL under Confirm acknowledges it.
Recommended repair service
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Troubleshooting resources
Note how long the temperature has been off and whether the freezer side is affected too.
Model-information disclaimer. Confirm your exact model number and specifications with your appliance documentation before booking a repair. Model pages are for identification and compatibility reference.
Frequently asked questions
The qualifying-product list records 25.0 cubic feet of storage, and the dispenser includes an LCD display.
The AquaSense ice bucket is mounted in the freezer door, and the external dispenser draws ice from it.
Check the rating label on a side wall or the ceiling inside the fresh-food section, or behind the base grille. Copy every letter and digit, including the ones at the end.
Yes. We book in-home visits for this model in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas. Add the model number and the symptom to the booking form.
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