18_ setting up
Do not use without the molded end (Bulb)
of the plastic tubing ( B ).
Tighten the compression nut ( 1. B ) onto the
compression fi tting.
Do not over-tighten the compression nut ( B ) .
Turn water on and check for any leakage. If you 2.
fi nd water drops or leakage in the connection
areas, turn off the main water supply. Check
the connections and, if necessary, tighten.
Flush 1 gallon of water through the fi lter before 3.
drinking or using the water from the refrigerator.
(Flush approximately 6 minutes.) To fl ush, press
a large glass or cup against the water dispenser
lever. Fill the glass, empty it into the kitchen sink
after it is fi lled, and then repeat.
After you turn on the refrigerator, let the ice 4.
maker make ice for 1 to 2 days. Over that
period of time, throw out the fi rst 1 or 2 buckets
of ice the freezer makes to ensure all impurities
have been removed from the water line.
Only connect the water line to a drinkable
water source.
If you have to repair or disassemble the water line,
cut off 1/4“ of the plastic tubing to make sure you
get a snug, leak-free connection.
CAUTION
COMPLETING THE SET UP
Now that you have your new refrigerator installed
in place, you are ready to set up and enjoy the
features and functions of the appliance.
By completing the following steps, your refrigerator
should be fully operational.
Make sure your refrigerator is in an appropriate 1.
location with reasonable clearance between it
and the wall. Refer to installation instructions in
this manual.
Once the refrigerator is plugged in, make sure 2.
the interior light comes on when you open the
doors.
Set the Temperature control to the coldest 3.
temperature and wait for an hour. The freezer
will get slightly chilled and the motor will run
smoothly. Reset the refrigerator and freezer to
the temperatures you want.
After you plug the refrigerator in, it will take a 4.
few hours to reach the appropriate temperature.
You can store food and drinks in the refrigerator
after the temperature is suffi ciently cool.