Complete Installation; Water System Preparation - KitchenAid KSSS42QTX04 Installation Instructions Manual

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Trim the skirt by scoring the proper "V" groove with a utility
knife. Break the skirt at the score line.
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A. "V" groove
Using the two screws, attach the base grille assembly to the
refrigerator as shown.
NOTE: Drive in the right side screw first.
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A. Screws (2)
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Turn the water supply line valve to the "Open" position.
Turn the refrigerator switch to the ON position. See "Power
On/Off Switch" in the Use and Care Guide for instructions.
Wait a few minutes. Check the water line connections for
leaks.
3. Remove all boxes, parts packages and packing materials from
the interior of the refrigerator. See the "Cleaning" section in
the Use and Care Guide for instructions. Remove the film and
cardboard from the grille and doors or door frame, depending
on your model.
4. Install the shelves and bins in the refrigerator and freezer
compartments.
5. The controls are preset at the factory to the midpoint setting.
Make sure the compressor is operating properly and that all
the lights are working.
6. Flush the water system before use. See "Water System
Preparation."
To get the most efficient use from your new built-in refrigerator,
read your Use and Care Guide. Keep Installation Instructions and
Use & Care Guide near the built-in refrigerator for easy reference.
IMPORTANT: Please read before using the water system.
After connecting the refrigerator to a water source or replacing the
water filter, follow the steps below to make sure that the water
system is properly cleaned. This will flush air from the filter and
water dispensing system, and prepare the water filter for use.
Follow the directions specific to your model.
Style I - Dispenser Models
The On/Off switch is located on the top right side of the freezer
compartment.
1. Open the freezer door and turn off the ice maker. Move the
switch to the OFF (right) setting as shown.
NOTE: If your model has a base grille filter system, make sure the
base grille filter is properly installed and the cap is in the horizontal
position.
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or
of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before
or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction
may be used on disinfected waters that may contain
filterable cysts.
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Use a sturdy container to depress and hold the water
dispenser lever for 5 seconds, then release it for 5 seconds.
Repeat until water begins to flow. Once water begins to flow,
continue depressing and releasing the dispenser lever
(5 seconds on, 5 seconds off) until a total of 3 gal. (12 L) has
been dispensed. Additional flushing may be required in some
households.
NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out
of the dispenser.
Open the freezer door and turn on the ice maker. Move the
switch to the ON (left) position.
• Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice.
• Discard the first three batches of ice produced.
• Depending on your model, you may want to select the
maximum ice feature to increase the production of ice.
Style 2- Non-Dispenser Models
1. Open the freezer door and turn on the ice maker. Lower the
wire shutoff arm as shown.
NOTE: If your model has a base grille filter system, make sure the
base grille filter is properly installed and the cap is in the horizontal
position.
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or
of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before
or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction
may be used on disinfected waters that may contain
filterable cysts.
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Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice.
Before using the ice, fill and discard two full containers of ice
to prepare the filter for use.
NOTES:
• Allow 3 days to completely fill ice container.
• Depending on your model, you may want to select the
maximum ice feature to increase the production of ice.
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