Frigidaire FRS26ZXHW0, User Manual

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First Steps
(continued)
Connecting Ice Maker to Water Supply
Do Not Install Ice Maker Tubing Where Temperature May Fall
Below Freezing.
Check to be sure your water connection will comply with local plumbing codes.
Water quality determines your ice quality. It is best to connect the ice maker to water
that is not softened. Chemicals from a malfunctioning softener can damage the ice
maker. If the ice maker is connected to soft water, ensure that the softener is
maintained and working properly.
The ice maker requires a 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) copper water supply line (with shut off)
from your household water system. Allow enough tubing behind your refrigerator to
permit moving out to clean floor.
Water line kit 5308950117 is available through your Dealer at extra charge. This kit
includes 25 ft (7.6 meters) of 1/4 inch diameter copper tubing plus parts to connect
to your cold water line including a saddle valve assembly. You will need to purchase
a 1/4 inch brass compression nut and ferrule from your local hardware or plumbing
store.
1. Turn ON water supply and flush out copper tubing. Turn OFF water supply
(Figure 1).
2. Unplug refrigerator (Figure 1).
3. Install WATER SUPPLY LINE as follows (Figure 2):
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Slide brass nut, then ferrule, onto copper tubing
•
Push end of copper tubing as far into the metal water valve fitting as it will
go (1/4 inch). Slide ferrule into fitting and thread brass nut onto inlet,
tighten finger tight plus one-half turn with wrench.
NOTE: Some models may have a cap on the valve. Unscrew the cap and
discard.
4. Secure copper tubing with STEEL CLAMP and screw to rear panel at location
show (Figure 3).
5. Route water supply into coil as shown (Figure 3).
NOTE: To prevent vibration noise and wear, leave a space between all
tubing and other surfaces.
6. Turn on water supply and check all connections and leaks (Figure 3).
7. Plug refrigerator cord into wall outlet (Figure 3).
IMPORTANT
Ice production will begin when freezer reaches normal operating temperature.
Air in new plumbing lines may cause ice maker to cycle two or three times before
making a full tray of ice.
New plumbing may cause ice to be discolored or have poor flavor. Discard ice made
during the first 24 hours. After installation, if you wish to shut the ice maker off, lift
shutoff arm until it clicks and locks in UP position.
Figure 1
Copper water line from
household water supply
Brass nut
Ferrule
Figure 2
Figure 3