10. Rehang doors by replacing bottom, center, and topConnect Ice Maker Water Supply Line
hinges, along with freezer and refrigerator doors on
(some models)
opposite side of refrigerator performing steps 2-8 in
reverse order.
? Move plastic plug from left side of bottom hinge to
!
WARNING
right side. Pinch tabs from underside of hinge to
remove.
To avoid electrical shock which can cause severe
3
? Use a penny at top to space door /4" (18 mm)
personal injury or death, disconnect power to
from cabinet.
refrigerator before connecting water supply. After
1
? handle side of door should be approximately /8"
replacing doors connect power.
(3 mm) higher than hinge side.
1!
/8" CAUTION
Observe the following to avoid property damage:
? Make sure water pressure to water valve is between
20 and 100 pounds per square inch.
? Tighten adapter fitting and nuts with pliers and
3
/4"
wewrenches. Do not overtighten.
? Check for water leaks and correct if necessary
before retruning refrigerator to normal location. After
24 hours check again for leaks.
Important
? Before connecting water supply, contact plumber to
Door spacing
connect copper tubing to household plumbing in
compliance with local codes and ordinances.
11. Replace freezer door handle.
? Mount handle to opposite side of door using? Amana does not recommend using a self-piercing, or
3
mounting screws removed in previous step./16" saddle valve! Both reduce water flow, become
clogged with time and in addition may cause leaks if
? Angle front edge of handle cap downward toward
back lip of freezer handle. Verify bottom tab onrepair is attempted. The correct type of shut-off valve
1
freezer cap slides under rear lip of freezer handle.requires a /4" hole to be drilled in the water supply
pipe prior to valve attachement. Amana is not
Snap rear edge of handle cap in place. Place 2
button plugs in empty mounting holes.responsible for property damage cuased by improper
water connection.
Materials Required
1
/4" O.D. (6 mm) flexible copper tubing is required.
A
Length of copper tubing must reach from water supply
connection to water valve inlet port on back of
Brefrigerator, plus an additional 8 ft. (2 m) of tubing for a
service loop. A service loop will allow refrigerator to be
pulled away from the wall without disconnecting tubing.
C
A. Handle capB. Screws
C. Freezer handle
Handle replacement
12. Replace refrigerator door handles.
? Pry button plugs from hinge side of door with putty
knife, blade covered with masking tape. Mount
handle on opposite side of door using mounting
screws removed previously.
? Snap end caps into place. Replace 4 button plugs
in empty mounting holes.
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