9
7.
Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut onto the
copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the
outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut
onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.
8.
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 shut-off valve on the water pipe. Coil
the copper tubing.
Style 2
1.
Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.
Remove and discard the black nylon plug from the gray
water tube on the rear of the refrigerator.
3.
Thread the provided nut onto the water valve as shown.
NOTE:
Tighten the nut by hand. Then tighten it with
a wrench two more turns. Do not overtighten.
4.
Turn shut-off valve on.
5.
Check for leaks. Tighten any nuts or connections
(including connections at the valve) that leak.
Connect to Refrigerator
Style 1
1.
Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.
Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression
nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut.
Do not overtighten.
3.
Use the tube clamp 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.
4.
Turn shut-off valve on.
5.
Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including
connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.
6.
On models with ice makers, the ice maker is equipped with
a built-in water strainer. If your water conditions require a
second water strainer, install it in the
¹⁄₄
" (6.35 mm) water line
at either tube connection. Obtain a water strainer from your
nearest appliance dealer.
Style 2
1.
Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.
Remove and discard the black nylon plug from the gray
water tube on the rear of the refrigerator.
3.
If the gray water tube supplied with the refrigerator is not
long enough, a
¹⁄₄
" x
¹⁄₄
" (6.35 mm x 6.35 mm) coupling is
needed in order to connect the water tubing to an existing
household water line. Thread the provided nut onto the
coupling on the end of the copper tubing.
NOTE:
Tighten the nut by hand. Then tighten it with
a wrench two more turns. Do not overtighten.
4.
Turn shut-off valve on.
5.
Check for leaks. Tighten any nuts or connections
(including connections at the valve) that leak.
Complete the Installation
1.
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
NOTES:
■
Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard
the first three batches of ice produced. Allow 3 days to
completely fill ice container.
■
For models with a water dispenser, flush the water system.
See “Water Dispenser.”
A. Bulb
B. Nut (provided)
A. Tube clamp
B. Tube clamp screw
C. Copper tubing
D. Compression nut
E. Valve inlet
A
B
A
C
B
D
E
A. Refrigerator water tubing
B. Nut (provided)
C. Bulb
D. Coupling (provided)
E. Ferrule (purchased)
F. Nut (purchased)
G. Household water line
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
WARNING
