Refrigerator Prime and Purge Guide

Issue

• No water
• No ice
• Taste and odor issues

Applies to

• Refrigerators

Solution

When do you need to prime and purge your unit?

• On newly installed units to ensure all the water and plumbing lines are flushed out.
• After installing a new water filter.

Why prime and purge your unit?

• Air can be trapped in the new plumbing lines which can result in 2 or 3 empty ice maker cycles.
• Ice may be discolored or have an odd flavor.
• Water may not flow evenly from the dispenser.

How to prime and purge your unit.

1. Start by pressing and holding a pitcher against the water dispenser paddle.
2. Keep the pitcher in this position until the water comes out of the dispenser. It may take about 1-2 minutes.
3. Continue dispensing water for several minutes to flush the unit of any impurities.
4. Discard the water and repeat this process a few more times.
   • For newly installed units we recommend discarding at least 1 gallon of water (approximately 8 tall glasses of water).
   • For newly installed water filters we recommend discarding 3-5 tall drinking glasses of water.