Kenmore 6120 Series, Use & Care Manual

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Drill a ¼” hole in the cold water pipe (even if using a self-
piercing valve), using a sharp bit. Remove any burrs
resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe. Take care not to
allow water to drain into the drill. Failure to drill a ¼” hole
may result in reduced ice production or smaller cubes.
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the
pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the ¼”
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 washer makes a
watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the
cold water pipe.
Place the compression nut and sleeve onto the end of the
tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the
water valve connection as far as possible. While holding
the tubing, tighten the fitting. For plastic tubing, insert the
molded end of the tubing into the shutoff valve and
tighten compression nut until it is hand-tight; then tighten
one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening may
cause leaks.
Place the compression nut and sleeve for copper tubing
onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the shutoff
valve. Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into the valve.
Tighten the compression nut securely. For plastic tubing,
insert the molded end of the tubing into the shutoff valve
and tighten compression nut until it is hand-tight; then
tighten one additional turn with a wrench. Overtightening
may cause leaks.
Use the cotton adhesive tape on the back of the
refrigerator to secure the tubing to the refrigerator as
shown. This will help avoid damage to the tubing when
the refrigerator is pushed back against the wall.
Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink,
and turn ON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until
water is clear. Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water
pipe. Coil the copper tubing.
If your water conditions require a water strainer, install
it in the ¼” (6.35mm) water line at either tube
connection. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest
appliance dealer.