Fisher & Paykel RF201A Mounting instructions

Installation instructions
and user guide US CA (EN)
Ice & Water refrigerator
US CA
E522B & RF201A
Instructions d’installation et
guide de l’utilisateur US CA (FR)
Réfrigérateur Ice & Water
Instructivo de instalación
y guía de usuario US CA (SP)
Refrigerador Ice & Water

English Page 1 – 46
Español Pág 47 –92
Français Page 93 – 138

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Contents
Introduction 2
Safety and warnings 3
Installation instructions 5
Before you start using your Ice & Water refrigerator 15
All about the display 16
Using your water dispenser 18
Using your ice maker 19
Using the display options 21
Measured Fill 21
Freezer Chill and Bottle Chill 22
The temperature of your refrigerator and freezer 23
Settings/User warnings 24
Active Smart™ special features 26
Water filter 28
Measured Fill calibration 30
Active Smart™ maintenance 31
Cleaning and caring for your refrigerator 32
On vacation/holiday 35
Refrigerator sounds 36
Storing food in your refrigerator 37
Storing food in your freezer 38
Troubleshooting 40
Limited warranty 44
Filter performance data sheet 139
The models shown in this user guide may not be available in all markets and are subject to
change at any time. For current details about model and specification availability in your country,
please go to our website www.fisherpaykel.com or contact your local Fisher & Paykel dealer.
Important!
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Thank you for buying a Fisher & Paykel Active Smart™ refrigerator with chilled water through the
door and automatic ice dispensing.
At Fisher & Paykel we are very proud of this refrigerator. We feel we have achieved water
dispensing through the door without compromising storage space or access in the refrigerator.
During our testing we have enjoyed the health benefits of having easily accessible cool filtered
water, while minimizing the number of door openings.
Thousands of hours of food care research and 70 years of refrigeration experience has been
programmed into your refrigerator to give you the best possible performance.
We hope you enjoy your new refrigerator.
Fig.1 Ice & Water Refrigerators
Introduction
Important!
It is important that this User Guide should be retained with your Ice & Water refrigerator for
future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, please ensure
that the User Guide is left with the appliance. This will ensure that the new owner can familiarize
themselves with the information and warnings contained within the Guide.

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WARNING!
Electric Shock Hazard
Read and follow the SAFETY AND WARNINGS outlined in this User Guide
before operating this appliance.
Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons.
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this User Guide.
Important safety precautions
Warning
When using this appliance always exercise basic safety precautions including the following:
Danger
This appliance is not intended for use by children or infirmed persons without supervision. This
is especially important when using the freezer drawer compartment. Young children should be
supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
Risk of child entrapment. Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer:
– Take off the doors
– Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside.
Disposal
Extreme care must be taken when disposing of your old appliance to avoid hazards. The
refrigerant gas must be safely removed and for the safety of young children, remove doors.
Your Fisher & Paykel Appliances Authorised Service Center will be able to give advice on
environmentally friendly methods of disposing of your old refrigerator or freezer.
Electrical
This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation instructions before
it is used.
Never unplug your refrigerator or freezer by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip the plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet socket.
Do not plug in any other appliance at the same power point outlet socket as your refrigerator or
freezer is using. Do not use extension cords or double adapters with these products.
Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise
damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion along its length or at either the plug
or appliance end.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by your Fisher & Paykel Appliances
Authorised Service Center because special purpose tools are required.
Safety and warnings
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4Safety and warnings
When moving your appliance away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
Unplug your refrigerator or freezer before cleaning or replacing the interior lightbulb.
Storing food and drinks
Never store volatile or flammable materials in your refrigerator or freezer as they may explode.
Never freeze liquids in glass containers. Liquid expands during freezing, which may cause the
container to explode.
Never freeze carbonated drinks. They may explode.
Do not consume food if it is too cold. Food removed from the freezer compartment may be cold
enough to cause damage when brought into contact with bare skin, eg. frozen ice cubes.
Power failure – food safety
Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. Follow the recommendations below if
you discover food in your freezer has thawed:
1) Ice crystals still visible – food may be refrozen but should be stored for a shorter period than
recommended.
2) Thawed but refrigerator cold – refreezing generally not recommended. Fruits and some
cooked food can be refrozen but use as soon as possible. Meat, fish, poultry – use immediately or
cook then refreeze. Vegetables – discard as they usually go limp and soggy.
3) Thawed but warmer than 38˚F (4˚C). Red meat can be cooked immediately and refrozen but
use as soon as possible. Discard all other frozen foods.
Do not refreeze frozen foods that have thawed completely. The food may be dangerous to eat.
Important!
Cleaning
Many commercially available cleaning products contain solvents which may attack plastic
components of your refrigerator or freezer and cause them to crack. Please refer to the cleaning
care section of this booklet for further advice.

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Installation instructions
Contents of filter kit
1
13 ft (4 m) white ¼” (6 mm) tubing
2
1 x 8” (200 mm) blue tubing
3
1 x pressure reducing valve (PRV)
4
1 x double sided tape
5
2 x locking keys
6
1 x water filter cartridge and head
7
1 x faucet connection
Fig.2 Water connection kit
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Important!
It is imperative the pressure reducing valve (PRV) is fitted prior to the filter. This valve ensures
the water will not flow back into the mains from the refrigerator water system. If the PRV is not
fitted to the connection line your Ice & Water refrigerator features may not function in some
circumstances.
It is recommended that an authorised plumber in your state or town is used to install the water
connection.
The new tubings supplied with the refrigerator are to be used, old tubings from old Ice & Water
connections should not be used.
Installation precautions/warning
DO NOT use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without
adequate disinfection before or after the system.
WARNING – connect to potable water supply only.
DO NOT install on line pressure above 130 psi (900 kPa) or below 22 psi (150 kPa).
DO NOT use on hot water supply (100°F [38°C max.]).
DO NOT install near electrical wires or water pipes that will be in the path of drilling when
selecting the location of filter system.
DO NOT mount filter in such a position so that it will be struck by other items, such as
wastebaskets, etc.
DO NOT install the filter in direct sunlight as prolonged exposure to light can weaken plastic
components.
DO NOT install in a location that is susceptible to freezing temperatures as damage to the
housing could occur.
DO NOT screw filter to the refrigerator.
AVOID contamination of pipes during installation.
DO NOT use copper tubing. The plastic tubing supplied should always be used.
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Installation instructions:
1
Ensure that refrigerator is not plugged into a power supply.
2
Locate a cold water supply/feed only suitable for a water
connection. Tee & tap fitting is not supplied. If you can’t find
the connection faucet, contact an authorised plumber in
your state or town to fit your water connection.
3
Connect the 8” (200 mm) blue tubing to the outlet of the
PRV (blue collet) and the inlet connection of the water filter
cartridge as shown in Diagram 1. Gently pull on both ends
to ensure it is locked.
4
Connect the white ¼” (6 mm) tubing to the outlet of the
water filter cartridge as shown in Diagram 2. Gently pull to
ensure it is locked.
5
Measure the required length of tubing to run from the PRV
to the water connection point.
6
Cut the tubing making sure the ends are square and clean.
7
Connect the tubing to the faucet connection and the base
of the PRV (white collet) and then to the faucet as shown
in Diagram 3. Please note that the faucet connection
supplied should fit most installation situations. If your
faucet requires a different fitting, please contact an
authorised plumber in your state or town to purchase
the correct fitting.
8
Connect one locking key to each side of the water
filter cartridge in between the cartridge and the
locking collet as shown in Diagram 4.
9
To flush the water filter and check for leaks, aim the
end of the tubing into a bucket, turn isolating faucet
on and run at least 3 qt (3 L) of water through. Once
complete, turn isolating faucet off.
10
Locate desired position for water filter noting carefully the
following points:
It is recommended to fit the water filter in a vertical
orientation with the water filter head at the top. This will
minimize water leakage when replacing cartridge.
Ensure the filter is in a convenient location to access
every 6 months for replacement. We suggest that
this location is beside the water filter supply faucet in
a cupboard beside the refrigerator.
A minimum clearance of 2 ½” (64 mm) from the
bottom of the filter cartridge is required to perform
cartridge removal.
Do not screw water filter to refrigerator.
Diagram 2
Fig.4 Waterline connection
to refrigerator
INLET
Diagram 4
Fig.6 Locking key
Fig.3 PRV connection
Diagram 1
Diagram 3
Fig.5 Faucet connection

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Attach double sided foam to the back of the water filter head as shown in
Diagram 5. Write the date to be replaced on the filter (date installed + 6
months). Remove double sided foam backing and attach filter to the desired
position as located in step 10 (refer to previous page).
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Run the ¼” (6 mm) tubing to back of the refrigerator ensuring there is enough
tubing to pull out the refrigerator for service.
13
Remove compressor compartment cover by removing screw at the top of
each side of the cover as shown in Diagram 6. Lift and tilt the compressor
compartment cover to remove as shown in Diagram 7.
14
Connect tubing into the water (solenoid) valve located on the right hand side of
the unit (compressor) compartment as shown in Diagram 8. Beware of hot pipes.
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Pull gently on tubing to ensure it is locked in as shown in Diagram 9.
16
Place compressor compartment cover back into position, run the ¼” (6 mm)
tubing through the space provided at the top right hand side of the
compressor compartment cover in an upward direction and rescrew the
compressor compartment cover. As shown in Diagram 10.
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The completed installation should look like Diagram 12 on page 8.
18
Turn isolating faucet on and check that all connections are dry and free of drips. If not, please
alert the plumber.
19
Coil water line tubing behind the refrigerator. Push your refrigerator into place being careful not
to kink or squash the water line running into the water (solenoid) valve.
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Read pages 9 – 14 carefully, and then turn refrigerator on.
21
The first time you require water out of the dispenser, there will be a delay while the water
reservoir fills up. As this is happening, the symbol will flash. Once the reservoir is full, this
symbol will stop flashing.
Diagram 5
Fig.7 Double sided
foam attachment
Fig.8 Waterline connection to refrigerator
Diagram 6 Diagram 8 Diagram 9
Diagram 7 Diagram 10
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Run a further 3 qt (3 L) through the system, stopping intermittently to ensure the reservoir is
flushed out. Failure to do this will result in excessive dripping from your dispenser.
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Press
until the Ice menu is highlighted then press to turn on the ice maker. Press
together to force a cycle. The ice tray will flip. Force another cycle. The ice tray will flip and spill
the water into the ice bin. Empty water and replace bin.
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You are now ready to enjoy chilled water and ice dispensing from your Active Smart™ refrigerator.
Please note that once installation is complete a few drips may appear out of the dispenser over
the next few days as the remaining trapped air is cleared.
Important!
All connections must be checked for leaks.
If unsure of connection process and/or leaks then contact your local plumber to install and check
the system for you.
Ensure white ¼” (6 mm) tubing is routed away from sharp objects, sharp corners (beware of
kinking tube as this will stop water flow), clear of the refrigerator unit compartment and not in a
location where it can be squashed.
Ensure all push-fit connections are firmly pushed into place. The tube should push in ¾” (20 mm)
before reaching the stop.
If tubing is removed at any point, re-cut the end and re-insert. Tubing must be fully inserted to
avoid leaks.
To remove tube from connection points, turn off the
isolating faucet, push in the collet and gently pull
tubing at the same time, as shown in Diagram 11.
System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for the reduction
of Asbestos, Atrazine, Benzene, Cyst, Carbofuran, Lead, Lindane, Mercury, P-Dichlorobenzene,
Toxaphene & Turbidity; against Standard NSF/ANSI 42 for the reduction of Chlorine Taste and
Odor and Nominal Particulate Class I to a capacity of 750 gallons (2,838 liters).
Diagram 12Fig.9 Connection to water supply
Diagram 11

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WARNING!
Electric Shock Hazard
Read and follow the SAFETY AND WARNINGS outlined in this User Guide
before operating this appliance, pages 3 – 4.
Failure to do so can result in death, electric shock, fire or injury to persons.
Please follow the steps for installation to ensure your appliance operates correctly.
1. Power
The appliance must be installed so the plug is accessible.
To ensure that the appliance is not accidentally switched off, connect your refrigerator or freezer
to its own power point. Do not plug in any other appliance at this power point or use extension
cords and double adaptors, as the combined weight of both power cords can pull the double
adaptor from a wall outlet socket.
For power requirements, refer to the information on the serial plate located at the front bottom
right-hand side of the refrigerator when the door is open.
It is essential that the appliance be properly grounded (earthed).
2. Location
Your refrigerator or freezer should not be located in direct sunlight or next to any heat
generating appliance such as a cooktop, oven or dishwasher.
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E522B RF201A
Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation
Flush with refrigerator door – 90˚ door rotation (for full
drawer/shelf access, the doors need to be open past 90˚)
Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation
Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation
Flush with refrigerator door – 90˚ door rotation (for full
drawer/shelf access, the doors need to be open past 90˚)
Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation

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3. Ventilation and installation
To ensure adequate ventilation for your refrigerator and it’s correct operation see recommended
cabinetry dimensions below.
The appliance is intended to be placed against a wall with a free distance not exceeding 3”
(75 mm).
E522B RF201A
Cabinetry dimensions (including minimum air clearances) inches mm inches mm
A inside height 68 ¾ 1745 71¼ 1810
Flush with refrigerator chassis – full door rotation
B inside width 32 ¾ 830 37 940
C inside depth 24 ⁄ 620 24 ⁄ 620
Flush with refrigerator door – 90° door rotation (for full drawer/shelf access, the doors need to
be open past 90˚)
D inside width 32 ⁄ 835 37 ⁄ 950
E inside depth flush to curved door 26 ⁄ 675 –
F inside depth flush to flat door 27 ⁄ 690 27 ⁄ 690
Flush with refrigerator door – full door rotation
G inside width 37 ⁄ 950 46 ⁄ 1180
H inside depth flush to curved door 26 ⁄ 675 –
I inside depth flush to flat door 27 ⁄ 690 27 ⁄ 690
Minimum clearances
J side clearance ¾ 20 ¾ 20
K side clearance – hinge side flush with door – 90° rotation 1 25 1 25
L side clearance – hinge side flush with door – full rotation 5 ⁄ 140 5 ⁄ 140
M rear clearance (incl. evaporator tray) 1 ⁄ 30 1 ⁄ 30
N vent 2 50 2 50
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4. Installation
Your Fisher & Paykel Active Smart™ refrigerator
is fitted with front and rear rollers, designed for
moving the product in the forwards and backwards
direction.
Avoid moving the product in a sideways direction
as this may damage the rollers or the floor covering/
surface.
A
Your refrigerator will arrive with the front feet
wound up making moving the product into its final
location a simple task.
B
Roll the refrigerator into its final position making
sure there is the correct air gap between the
product and surrounding cabinetry. See minimum
clearance in cabinetry dimensions table (refer to page 11).
(RF201A only)
C
Adjust the front feet down until the refrigerator is leaning
backward with the front approximately ⁄” (10 mm) higher
than the back. This will ensure a good door closing action.
(Refer to Fig.10).
D
Aligning your refrigerator with cabinetry.
Align the sides of the refrigerator with the cabinetry by
adjusting the hinge side front foot.
Adjust the handle side foot until it touches the floor and
takes a small amount of weight.
Once the refrigerator is in place and aligned with upboards
/alcove push gently on the front top and check if the
product is rocking or stable.
5. Levelling of refrigerator door
(RF201A only)
For uneven surfaces, front feet can be used to align the 2
doors.
If left hand door is too low, then unscrew the left hand foot
to lift up the cabinet until the two doors top edges are
aligned.
If right hand door is higher, then process the same way
with right hand foot.
Installation instructions
Fig.12 Even door alignment
Fig.11 Uneven door alignment
Raise the front of
the refrigerator
Lower the front
of the refrigerator
Fig.10 Refrigerator feet

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6. What to do if your product is unstable
E
Gently push the refrigerator back until the rear rollers
contact floor.
Measure the gap under the front foot, which has come
off the floor.
Obtain some solid packing material (hardwood, plastic
etc) which fits firmly into the gap under the foot.
Note: Do not use metallic materials that may corrode
and stain or damage floor coverings.
F
Wind both front feet up and roll the product out of
position.
Place the packing material in the location diagonally
opposite the front roller that lifts off the floor.
Make sure the packing material stays in place when the
product is pushed back into position.
Ideally, the packing material is large enough to rest
against the back wall so as to prevent it moving when
the cabinet is pushed into position.
Wall behind refrigerator
If this foot lifts off the floor when pushing
gently on the top front of the refrigerator
Packing material goes under rear roller
diagonally opposite front foot that lifts
Fig.14 Stabilizing your refrigerator
G
Roll the refrigerator back into position and adjust front feet as per step D. (Check alignment and
door closing action are satisfactory).
Make small adjustments to front feet where necessary.
Check that the product is stable (all 4 feet are on the floor). If not return to step E and repeat
steps F and G.
This foot lifts off the floor when
top front is gently pushed back
Example only
Un-level floor
Fig 13.Unstable refrigerator
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Before placing food in the fresh food or freezer compartments
Remove all packaging. Ensure that all transit clips are removed from the refrigerator. These are
small rubber stops located at the back of the shelves.
Clean the inside of the appliance with warm water and a little liquid detergent to remove
manufacturing and transportation dust.
Allow the refrigerator and freezer to run empty for 2 – 3 hours to allow each compartment to
cool to the appropriate temperature.
The appliance may have an odor on its initial operation, but this will go when the refrigerator
and freezer have cooled sufficiently.
Energy efficiency
Do not cover your appliances with any material that will prevent air from flowing around the
cabinet sides.
Do not leave the door open for any longer than is necessary.
Allow good clearances in front of the air ducts within the cabinet for maximum cold air
distribution.
Moving or storing your refrigerator
If your refrigerator or freezer is turned off for any reason, wait 10 minutes before turning it back
on. This will allow the refrigeration system pressures to equalise before restarting.
Moving your refrigerator
Turn off the appliance and unplug from the power point. Remove all food.
Turn the adjustable feet to the right as far as they will turn (refer to page 12).
Ease the refrigerator out of its position. Tuck the power cord away and tape the doors closed.
Tape the shelves in place. If the cabinet needs to be placed at an angle or laid down, carefully
lay it on its side (the right hand side when viewed from the front).
Relocate and install. If the appliance has been left on its side for any length of time, leave it
standing upright for at least 10 minutes before turning on.
Storing your refrigerator or freezer
When storing your cleaned appliance, leave the door(s) open. This allows air to circulate and
prevents the build up of bacteria and moulds.
Before using again, clean well using a mixture of warm water and baking soda (add 1 teaspoon
of baking soda to each 1 pint (500 ml) of water). Rinse with clean water.
Holiday time
We recommend you leave your refrigerator or freezer operating while you are on holiday.

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Before you start using your Ice & Water refrigerator
Check refrigerator is switched on and has cooled for at least 2 hours (refer to page 23 – The
temperature of your refrigerator and freezer) before use.
Check that the water filter has been connected and turned on.
Turn on ice maker (refer to page 19).
At first use allow approximately 1 minute from when the dispensing pad is pushed until water is
dispensed. This will allow the tank to fill.
Run through and discard the first 3 qt (3 L) of water from the dispenser, stopping intermittently
(refer to page 18 – First use). Failure to do this will result in excessive dripping from your
dispenser.
Discard the first bin of ice (refer to page 19 – First use).
You are now ready to enjoy ice and water from your Active Smart™ refrigerator.
Fig.15 Water dispenser
Please note that once installation is complete a few drips may appear out of the dispenser over
the next few days as the remaining trapped air is cleared.
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16 All about the display
The display screen enables you to view and modify all the features and options on your
refrigerator. For example, you can change the temperature in your refrigerator or freezer,
and select the Freezer Chill function when you want to quickly freeze meat. You may want a
measured amount of chilled water when you are cooking, or want to quickly chill a bottle of
wine when friends arrive unexpectedly.
4 5 6 7 8 9
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Fig.16 Electronic control panel
Keys
For more detailed information on these functions please refer to pages 18 – 25.
1. Measured Fill (see page 21)
Enables you to select the amount of water to be dispensed.
2. Main menu
Scrolls through the main menu. (Chill, Temperature, Ice and Settings).
3. Arrow keys
Scrolls through the settings of each function.

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All about the display
Display features
4. Measured Fill (see page 21)
A pre-measured volume of water can be selected and dispensed
automatically.
5. Dispensing water (see page 18)
Animation shows you water is being dispensed.
6. Chill (see pages 22 – 23)
Freezer Chill
When activated this feature boosts cooling in your freezer, optimizing the
rate at which your foods are frozen.
Bottle Chill
Your drinks can be chilled more rapidly using this function. An alarm will
alert you when they are ready to be removed.
7. Temperature (see page 23)
The temperature setting can be individually adjusted for each
compartment.
8. Ice (see page 19)
The ice making function can be turned on or off.
9. Settings/User alerts (see page 24)
Water conversion
Your volume can be displayed as either US or metric units.
Key Silent Mode
All key presses can be silenced.
Key and dispenser lock
Dispenser lock – disables the buttons and prevents water from being
dispensed.
Key lock – disables the buttons.
Sabbath Mode
Can be activated if necessary (refer to page 24).
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18 Using your water dispenser
Dispensing pad
Your water dispenser has been designed for one handed operation. Simply push your glass
up against the dispenser pad found at the back of the dispenser area. This pad requires only a
gentle press to activate.
Please remember that pressing very hard against the dispensing pad will not make the
dispenser operate faster or produce greater quantities of water.
First use
After installation, on the first use, allow approximately a one minute delay from when the
dispensing pad is pushed until water is dispensed. This will allow the tank to fill completely.
The symbol will flash while the water reservoir fills up. Once the reservoir is full, the symbol
will stop flashing.
After you fill the tank for the first time, dispense and discard approximately 3 qt (3 L) stopping
intermittently to flush the tank out.
Dispensing
Unless Measured Fill is selected, water will be dispensed in
free-flow mode. (For more information on Measured Fill refer
to page 21).
To dispense water push the dispensing pad gently, using a
glass or container.
When you dispense water, a light will appear above the
dispensing area, and on the display screen. The water fill
icon will also appear.
To stop the flow of water, simply pull your glass away from
the dispensing pad.
Important!
To avoid damage to property or personal injury do not put hands, fingers or objects up the
dispenser opening.
Please note that once installation is complete a few drips may appear out of the dispenser over
the next few days as the remaining trapped air is cleared.
Fig.17 Water dispenser