KitchenAid TOP-MOUNT REFRIGERATOR Connectthe Water Supply, Water Pressure, Connect to Water Line

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Water Pressure

A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and

120 psi (207 - 827 kPa) is required to operate the water dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Reverse Osmosis Water Supply

IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out of a reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 30 and 120 psi (207 - 827 kPa).

If a reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 - 414 kPa).

If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than

40 to 60 psi (276 - 414 kPa):

■Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.

■Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage.

■If your refrigerator has a water filter cartridge, it may further reduce the water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system. Remove the water filter cartridge. See “Water Filtration System.”

If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.

Connectthe Water Supply

Read all directions before you begin.

IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is connected, turn the ice maker OFF.

Connect to Water Line

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water.

3.Locate a ½" to 1¹⁄₄" (1.25 cm to 3.18 cm) vertical cold water pipe near the refrigerator.

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.

4.Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure from the connection on the lower left rear of refrigerator to the water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

5.Using a grounded drill, drill a ¹⁄₄" hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.

 

A

G

B

 

 

C

F E

D

A. Cold water pipe

E. Compression sleeve

B. Pipe clamp

F. Shutoff valve

C. Copper tubing

G. Packing nut

D. Compression nut

 

6.Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄" drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.

7.Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on 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 shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the copper tubing.

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 prevent damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back against the wall.

4.Turn shutoff valve ON.

5.Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

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B

C

D

A. Tube clamp

C. Compression nut

B. Copper tubing

D. Valve inlet

6.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.

7.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

8.Flush the water system. See “Prepare the Water System.”

NOTE: 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.

Style 2

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Remove the shipping tape from the gray, coiled water tubing on the rear of the refrigerator.

3.A ¹⁄₄" x ¹⁄₄" 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.

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Contents TOP-MOUNT Refrigerator Table of Contents/Table des matièresTable DES Matières RefrigeratorsafetyUnpack the Refrigerator Installation InstructionsBefore You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer Remove the Packaging MaterialsLocation Requirements Clean Before UsingElectrical Requirements Water Supply RequirementsWater Pressure Connectthe Water SupplyReverse Osmosis Water Supply Connect to Water LineRemove Handle Architect Series RefrigeratorDoorsRemove Doors and Hinges all models Reverse Doors optional on some modelsContour Door Standard DoorReplace Doors and Hinges Final StepsStandard Door Removal ReplacementContour Door Swing Reversal optionalArchitect Series Prepare the Water System Adjustthe DoorsNormal Sounds Door ClosingAdjusting Controls Usingthe ControlsMid-setting Refrigerator USEWaterFiltration System Water DispenserWaterFilter Status Light Refrigerator Shelves Refrigerator FeaturesIce Maker Crisper Humidity Control Crispers and Meat DrawersFreezer Features Adjustable Utility Compartment & Tray Door FeaturesCan Racksand Door Bins Door RailsPower Interruptions CleaningTo Clean Your Refrigerator Refrigerator CareVacation and MovingCare TroubleshootingIce maker is not producing ice or not enough ice Refrigerator seems to make too much noiseOff-taste, odor or gray color in the ice Water dispenser will not operate properlyU.S.A Assistance or ServiceCanada AccessoriesWater Filter Certifications Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters Product Data SheetsKitchenAid will not pay for Kitchenaid Refrigerator WarrantyAvant de jeter votre vieux réfrigérateur ou congélateur Sécurité DU RéfrigérateurEmplacement d’installation Instructions D’INSTALLATIONDéballage du réfrigérateur Enlèvement des matériaux d’emballageRaccordement dela canalisation deau Spécifications électriquesSpécifications de l’alimentation en eau Raccordement au réfrigérateur Style Enlèvement de la poignée Série Architect Portes du réfrigérateurPorte standard Enlèvement des portes et des charnières tous modèlesPorte du compartiment de congélation Remplacement des portes et des charnièresPorte du réfrigérateur Porte ContourDémontage et réinstallation de la porte Inversion douverture de la porte option Série Architect Préparation du système d’eau Ajustementdes portesSons normaux Fermeture des portesAjustement des réglages de commande Utilisation des commandesUtilisation DU Réfrigérateur Réglage moyenSystème de filtration d’eau Distributeur d’eauLe témoin lumineux de l’état du filtre à eau Machine à glaçons Purge du système d’eau après le remplacement du filtreMise en marche/arrêt de la machine à glaçons Utilisation du distributeur sans filtre à eauCaractéristiques DU Réfrigérateur Tiroirs Pour retirer et réinstaller un tiroirTablettesdu réfrigérateur Bacs à légumeset tiroirsàviandeTiroir à viande réfrigéré Réglage de l’humidité dansle bac à légumesCasier à vin ou porte-cannettes/bouteilles Casierutilitaire ou oeufrierCaractéristiques DE LA Porte Caractéristiques DU CongélateurClayette de congélateur Plancher de congélateurcoulissantTringles dansla porte Pour retirer et réinstaller les porte-cannettes/balconnetsCompartiment utilitaire et plateau réglables Porte-cannettes et balconnetsEntretien DU Réfrigérateur Remplacement des ampoulesd’éclairageNettoyage Nettoyage du réfrigérateurDéménagement Pannes de courantEntretien avant les vacances ou lors ’un déménagement Dépannage Le distributeur d’eau ne fonctionne pas bien Mauvais goût, odeur ou couleur grise des glaçonsLe débit d’eau du distributeur diminue beaucoup ’eau coule du distributeurAccessoires Assistance OU ServiceSystème de filtration d’eau à la grille de la base Feuilles DE Données SUR LE Produit2301879 Garantie DU Réfrigérateur KitchenaidKitchenAid ne paiera pas pour

TOP-MOUNT REFRIGERATOR specifications

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