Connecting to Refrigerator:
Refrigerator Doors: Removing, Reversing
NOTE: The first step for connecting the water line to your (optional) and Replacing
refrigerator is different depending on the type of water valve
provided with your refrigerator. See the diagrams below to TOOLS NEEDED: uD?? in. hex-head socket wrench, No. 2 Phillips
determine the style of valve you have. (On kit models, assemble screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, uD?? in. open-end wrench, flat 2
in. putty knife.
water valve to refrigerator per kit instructions.)IMPORTANT:
1. For Style 1, disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the
product and insert the copper tubing through the clamp, as Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF, unplug
shown. Remove the tape label from the valve inlet and insert refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and any
copper tubing until it bottoms out (approximately 3D? in. [1.9 adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
cm]). Tighten nut by hand as much as possible; then turn the
nut an additional 1D? turn using a wrench. Do not overtighten. If you are only removing and replacing the doors, see the
Re-attach the tube clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet. ?Door and Hinge Removal? and ?Door and Hinge
Skip to Step 2.Replacement? sections.
Depending on your model, you may have standard (Style 1)
For Style 2, disconnect the tube clamp on the back of the or contour (Style 2) doors. If you are also going to reverse the
product and insert copper tubing through the clamp as door swing, follow the instructions for the appropriate door
shown. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a
compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the style.
compression nut. Do not overtighten. Re-attach the tube
clamp and tube to the back of the cabinet. Move to Step 2.Door and Hinge Removal
2. Turn shutoff valve ON. Check For Leaks. Tighten any
connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that
leak.
Style 1
uD?? in. Hex-Head Hinge Screw
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Close the refrigerator door and keep both doors closed until
you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.
NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the
hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets
to hold the doors in place while you are working.
3. Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge
graphic.
1. Tube Clamp3. Compression Nut
4. Lift the freezer door free from the cabinet.2. Copper Tubing4. Valve Inlet
5. Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center
Style 2Hinge graphic.
6. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.
7. Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the
Bottom Hinge graphic.
IMPORTANT: If you want to reverse your doors so that they open
in the opposite direction, follow these steps. If you are not
reversing the doors, see ?Door and Hinge Replacement.?
Door Reversal (optional)
Style 1 - Standard
(Graphics follow these instructions.)
1. Tube Clamp3. Compression Nut
2. Copper Tubing
3. The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If Door Stop ScrewDoor Hinge Hole Plug
local water conditions require periodic cleaning or a well is
your source of water supply, a second water strainer should
be installed in the 1D? in. (6.35 mm) water line. Obtain a water
strainer from your nearest appliance dealer. Install at either Door Handle Sealing Screw Cabinet Hinge Hole Plug
tube connection.
4. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
Flat-Head Handle Screw Door Handle Screw Cover
Door Handle Seal Screw Front Round-Head Handle Screw
6 |
ACEC
WHIRLPOOL
