KitchenAid W10681447A Complete Installation, Water System Preparation, Style 1 Dispenser Models

Complete Installation

1.Turn the water supply line valve to the “Open” position.

2.Turn the refrigerator switch to the ON position. See “Power On/Off Switch” in the Use & 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 & 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 the Use & Care Guide. Keep Installation Instructions and Use & Care Guide near the built-in refrigerator for easy reference.

Water System Preparation

Please read before using the water system. Follow the directions specific to your model.

Style 1 (Dispenser Models)

IMPORTANT: 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.

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.

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.

1.Open the freezer door and turn off the ice maker. The On/Off switch is located on the top right side of the freezer compartment. Move the switch to the OFF (right) setting as shown.

2.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. This will flush air from the filter and water dispensing system, and prepare the water filter for use. Additional flushing may be required in some households.

NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.

3.Open the freezer door and turn on the ice maker. Move the switch to the ON (left) position.

NOTES:

■Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice.

■Discard the first three batches of ice produced.

■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.

Style 2 (Non-Dispenser Models)

IMPORTANT: After connecting the refrigerator to a water source or replacing the water filter, fill and discard two full containers of ice to prepare the water filter for use, before using the ice.

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.

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.

1.Turn on the ice maker. Lower the wire shutoff arm as shown. Please refer to “Ice Maker and Storage Bin” for further instructions on the operation of your ice maker.

NOTES:

■Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice.

■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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