Refrigerator 
Maintenance 
Instructions

First Cleaning

          When starting the refrigerator for the first time, there is some maintenance and clean up to complete. The following is a list of maintenance to complete before use.

 

1. Remove any tape or plastic applied to the refrigerator when moving it

• To remove any adhesive residue, use dish detergent and water

• In extreme cases, you can try to use rubbing alcohol

• Clean up any residual Styrofoam from the interior of the fridge

 

2. Open the refrigerator doors and the drawers to ventilate

• The refrigerator may smell of plastic when first used

• Keep the doors open until the smell mostly disappears

 

 3. Allow the refrigerator to cool

• Close the doors and keep the refrigerator running for two to three hours

• The noise from the refrigerator will decrease as the temperature decreases

• Check the airflow in the fridge to ensure proper cooling

• The air should flow from the vents at the back of the fridge

 

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General Maintenance Tips

          You should clean the refrigerator once a month to prevent odors from forming. Though it is not required for the refrigerator to function.

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Warning

• Do not use flammable cleaners. This may lead to a fire or explosion

• Keep away from the vents. This can damage the circuitry or lead to injury

• Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning electrical shocks or death

 

Supplies Needed

• Microfiber cloth

• Sponge

• 1 liter of water

• Baking soda

 

Exterior and Shelves Care

• Use spray glass cleaner and a microfiber cloth to wipe down the steel exterior

  • DO NOT spray the control panel

• Use a paper towel to dry

• If there are stains or fingerprints, use dish soap and hot water

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Interior Care

• Before starting, unplug the fridge and allow it to heat up so the cloth doesn’t freeze or stick to the walls

• Prepare the food safe cleaner according to the following instructions:

               1. Prepare one liter of warm water

               2. Add two tablespoons (26 grams) of baking soda

               3. Stir the mixture until completely dissolved

• Use this cleaner and a microfiber cloth or sponge to clean the interior walls

  • Do NOT get the liquid in the vents

• Dry with paper towels or allow to air dry

 

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Replacing the Water Filter

          It is recommended that you replace the filter once every six months. You may need to change it sooner if the filter indicator turns on or the water output decreases. All that is required is the new water filter.

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1. Locate and prepare the old water filter

• The filter is located in the refrigerator at the top-right corner

• Pinch the sides of the cover to access the filter

• Place towels beneath the filter to catch any water

 

 

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2. Remove the old filter

• Pull the filter down

• Turn the filter counterclockwise to unlock and pull it out

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3. Replace the water filter

• Remove the protective cover from the new filter

• Push the filter into the slot until it stops

•  Turn the filter clockwise and lift it back into position

• Close the filter cover

 

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4. Run water through the filter

• Dispense water in intervals of 30 seconds on and 60 seconds off

• Do this until you dispense 2.5 gallons of water

 

5. Reset the filter indicator

• Press and hold the water filter button for three seconds