Connect Water Supply
Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT:
■Plumbing shall be installed in accordance with the International Plumbing Code and any local codes and ordinances.
■Use copper tubing or Whirlpool supply line, Part Number 8212547RP, and check for leaks.
■Install tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.
TOOLS NEEDED:
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
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■⁷⁄₁₆" and ¹⁄₂"
■¹⁄₄" nut driver
NOTE: Do not use a
Connecting the Water Line
1.Turn off main water supply. Turn on nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water.
2.Using a ¹⁄₂" copper supply line with a
NOTE: To allow sufficient water flow to the ice maker a minimum ¹⁄₂" size copper supply line is recommended.
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4.Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink, and turn on main water supply and flush out tubing until water is clear. Turn off shutoff valve on the water pipe.
NOTE: Always drain the water line before making the final connection to the inlet of the water valve to avoid possible water valve malfunction.
5.Bend the copper tubing to meet the water line inlet which is located on the back of the ice maker cabinet as shown. Leave a coil of copper tubing to allow the ice maker to be pulled out of the cabinet or away from the wall for service.
REAR VIEW
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A. Water supply tube clamp
B. Vent hose (drain pump models only)
C. Water supply line
D. Inlet water tube clamp
E. Drain hose (drain pump models only)
6.Remove and discard the short, black plastic tube from the end of the water line inlet.
7.Thread the nut onto the coupling on the end of the tubing. Tighten the nut by hand. Then tighten it with a wrench two more turns. Do not overtighten.
NOTE: To avoid rattling, be sure the copper tubing does not touch the cabinet’s side wall or other parts inside the cabinet.
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B.Nut
3.Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing. Use ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) OD soft copper tubing for the cold water supply.
■Ensure that you have the proper length needed for the job. Be sure both ends of the copper tubing are cut square.
■Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on copper tubing as shown. Insert end of tubing into outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.
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A. Compression sleeve | C. Copper tubing |
B. Compression nut | D. Coupling (purchased) |
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A. Line to ice maker |
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B. Nut (purchased) |
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C. Ferrule (purchased) |
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D. Coupling (purchased) |
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8.Install the water supply tube clamp around the water supply line to reduce strain on the coupling.
9.Turn shutoff valve ON.
10.Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.
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