Installation
5. Grasp the handle firmly and slide
Connecting the Water Supply
down.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury or death, follow
basic precautions, including the following:
Y Read all instructions beforeinstalling ice maker.
Y Do not attempt installation if instructions are not
To Remove:
understood or if they are beyond personal skill
1. Grasp the lower part of the handlelevel.
firmly, slide up, lift and remove from
Y Observe all local codes and ordinances.
the surface.
Y Do not service ice maker unless specifically
recommended in Use & Care Guide or published
user-repair instructions.
Y Disconnect power to refrigerator beforeinstalling
Freezer Handleice maker.
Notes:Y Water damage due to an improper water
connection may cause mold/mildew growth. Clean
Y There is a slight curve toup spills or leakage immediately!
the freezer handle.
Y For proper installation, beCAUTION
sure handle is oriented as
To avoid property damage or possible injury,
shown.
follow basic precautions, including the
following:
To Install:
1
Y Consult a plumber to connect �4�O.D. copper
1. Align door handle clips
tubing to household plumbing to assure
to the studs attached to
compliance with local codes and ordinances.
the freezer door.
Y Confirm water pressure to water valve is between
2. Ensure the large hole in
35 and 100 pounds per square inch, 20 pounds
the mounting clip is
per square inch without filter.
positioned to the right
3
on both ends of theY Do not use a self-piercing or �16� saddle valve.
handle.Both reduce water flow and can become clogged
over time, and may cause leaks if repair is
3. Rotate the handle so that the handle is flat against
attempted.
the door.
4. Grasp the handle firmly and slide handle to theY Tighten nuts by hand to prevent cross threading.
right. Finish tightening nuts with pliers and wrenches.
Do not over-tighten.
To Remove:
Y Wait two to three hours beforeplacing refrigerator
1. With both hands, firmly
into final position to check and correct any water
grasp the handle toward the
rightside.leaks. Recheck for leaks after 24 hours.
2. Slide toward the left, lift andY Verify the copper tubing under the sleeve is
remove from the surface.smooth and free from defects. Do not reuse an
old sleeve.
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