4. Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure
from the connection on the lower rear corner of refrigerator to
Water Supply Requirements
the water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use 1D?"
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.ends of copper tubing are cut square.
TOOLS NEEDED: 5. Using a grounded drill, drill a 1D?" (6.35 mm) hole in the cold
Flat-blade screwdriver1D?" Drill bitwater pipe you have selected.
A
wD??" and 1D?" Open-end or two Hand drill or electric drill
adjustable wrenches(properly grounded)
BG
1D?" nut driver
C
NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a 1D?"
(6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing.
Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with
F ED
your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or 3D??"
(4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more A.Cold water pipeE.Compression sleeve
easily.B.Pipe clampF.Shutoff valve
C.Copper tubingG.Packing nut
IMPORTANT:D.Compression nut
All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.
6. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe
Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1D?" (6.35 mm)
only in areas where the household temperatures will remain
above freezing.drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the
pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp
screws slowly and evenly so the washer makes a watertight
Water Pressureseal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.
7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the
A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the
120 psi (207 - 827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw the compression
and ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.
call a licensed, qualified plumber.
8. Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink, and turn
Reverse Osmosis Water SupplyON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is clear.
IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out of a Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the copper
reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the tubing.
refrigerator needs to be between 30 and 120 psi (207 - 827 kPa).
If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your Connect to Refrigerator
cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis
system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 - 414 kPa).
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If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than
40 to 60 psi (276 - 414 kPa):1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse 2. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression
osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not
overtighten.
Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill
3. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure
after heavy usage.
the tubing to the refrigerator as shown. This will help prevent
If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may further reduce the damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back
water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse against the wall.
osmosis system. Remove the water filter. See ?Water Filtration
System.?4. Turn shutoff valve ON.
5. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including
If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.
qualified plumber.
A
Connect Water SupplyB
Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is
connected, turn the ice maker OFF.
C
D
Connect to Water Line
A.Tube clampC.Compression nut
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.B.Copper tubingD.Valve inlet
2. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long
enough to clear line of water.6. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If your
water conditions require a second water strainer, install it in
3. Locate a 1D?" (12.70 mm) to 11D?" (3.18 cm) vertical cold water the 1D?" (6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection. Obtain
pipe near the refrigerator.
a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.
IMPORTANT:
Make sure it is a cold water pipe.
Horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the
pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from
the drill and normal sediment from collecting in the valve.
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