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KitchenAid Built-In Refrigerator Message “Showroom”: display mode on

On some KitchenAid built-in refrigerators (KBSD, KBFN, KBBL, KBBR), such as the KBSD608ESS and KBFN502ESS, the word Showroom lights up on the display when Showroom mode is on. In this mode, cooling is off and all…

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Code
Showroom
Appliance
Refrigerator
Brand
KitchenAid
Warranty
30-day workmanship

What Showroom means

On some KitchenAid built-in refrigerators (KBSD, KBFN, KBBL, KBBR), such as the KBSD608ESS and KBFN502ESS, the word Showroom lights up on the display when Showroom mode is on. In this mode, cooling is off and all functions except the interior lighting are deactivated. Owners see a working light and display with warm contents. The exit sequence varies by model, so use the instructions for your unit. It is a mode indicator.

Common causes of Showroom

  • Showroom mode was turned on at the control
  • The unit was left in display mode after installation
  • Cooling is off by design while Showroom shows
✓ One safe check you can try

1. Read the display for the word Showroom. 2. Find the exit sequence for your model in the instructions that came with it. 3. Complete the sequence and check that the word clears. 4. Let the refrigerator cool for several hours. 5. If Showroom stays on or the cabinet stays warm, call us.

! Why to stop there
  • Showroom is a mode, so no part has failed
  • Leaving the mode is an owner step
  • If the unit stays warm after the mode is off, we inspect the cooling and quote in writing before any work
Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.
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ShowroomShowroom questions
What does Showroom mean on my display?

Showroom mode is on. Cooling is off and everything except the interior lighting is deactivated, so the light works but the refrigerator is not cooling.

How do I turn Showroom mode off?

The exit sequence varies by model, so follow the instructions for yours. When the word clears, the refrigerator can start cooling again. If the word does not clear, call us and we will help.

How long until it is cold?

Allow several hours after exiting the mode. If it is still warm after that, or the word returns, the mode is no longer the cause and you should call us.

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