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Question posted by claytonsmith on August 8th, 2012

What Does Error 2 Mean? How Do You Fixit?

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Answer #1: Posted by LightofEarendil on August 8th, 2012 12:12 PM

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It seems this error code is thrown because the system has detected some internal component is not working well. Here are their ways to solve it:

http://kitchenaid.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3353/~/coffee-maker-is-showing-an-error-code

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

...system including straight vent, elbow(s), transitions and wall or roof caps must not exceed the equivalent of the microwave oven and the rectangular to Round Transition for planning purposes only. A B D E F G A. Roof...C A. Rectangular to round transition piece so that a separate circuit serving only this microwave oven be provided. 17 " (43.8 cm) 16 " (41.3 cm) VENTING ...

Installation Guide - Page 1

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Installation Guide - Page 2

... fasteners. Location Requirements Check the opening . ■ Support for wood studs. The location must be free of 150 lbs (68 kg), which includes microwave oven and items placed inside the microwave oven and upper cabinet. ■ Grounded electrical outlet inside the perforation is for 1/4" x 2" lag screws ■ Scissors ■ 1½" (3.8 cm) diam. Washers (2) D. Check...

Installation Guide - Page 3

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Installation Guide - Page 4

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Installation Guide - Page 5

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Installation Guide - Page 6

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Installation Guide - Page 7

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Installation Guide - Page 8

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Installation Guide - Page 9

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Installation Guide - Page 10

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Installation Guide - Page 11

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Installation Guide - Page 12

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Use & Care Guide - Page 1

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Use & Care Guide - Page 2

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Use & Care Guide - Page 3

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Use & Care Guide - Page 4

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Use & Care Guide - Page 5

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Use & Care Guide - Page 6

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Use & Care Guide - Page 7

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