Whirlpool RS22AQXKQ02 Water System Preparation, On some models, Connecting to Refrigerator Style

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Connecting 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.

1.

Tube clamp

3.

Compression nut

2.

Copper tubing

4.

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 in. (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 the “Water System Preparation” section.

NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. 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.Thread the provided nut onto the coupling on the end of the copper tubing. Tighten the nut by hand. Then tighten it with a wrench two more turns. Do not overtighten.

 

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2

3

4

5

6

1.

Line to refrigerator

4.

Coupling (purchased)

2.

Nut (provided)

 

5.

Ferrule (purchased)

3.

Bulb

 

 

6.

Nut (purchased)

4.Turn shutoff valve ON.

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

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 in. (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 the “Water System Preparation” section.

NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Allow 3 days to completely fill ice container.

Style 3

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

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

3.Thread the provided nut onto the water valve as shown.

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2

1.Bulb

2.Nut (provided)

NOTE: Tighten the nut by hand. Then tighten it with a wrench two more turns. Do not overtighten.

4.Turn shutoff valve ON.

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

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 in. (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 the “Water System Preparation” section.

NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Allow 3 days to completely fill ice container.

Water System Preparation

(on some models)

Please read before using the water system.

Immediately after installation, follow the steps below to make sure that the water system is properly cleaned.

1.Open the freezer door and turn off the ice maker by lifting up the wire shutoff arm as shown.

MAX

NORMAL

NOTES:

■If your model has a base grille filter system, make sure the base grille filter is properly installed and the cap is in the horizontal position.

■Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.

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Contents Réfrigérateur Côte À Côte Side by Side RefrigeratorUse & Care Guide Guide d’utilisation Et d’entretienTable DES Matières Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer Refrigerator SafetyCleaning before use Installation InstructionsUnpacking Location RequirementsElectrical Requirements Water Supply RequirementsBase Grille Door Removal Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power Door and Hinge ReplacementDisconnect wiring plug Handle Removal optionalReconnect both ground wires Reconnect wiring plug Connecting to Water LineDoor Closing Water Supply ConnectionConnecting to Refrigerator Style Water System PreparationOn some models Refrigerator USE Using the ControlsNormal Sounds Ensuring Proper Air CirculationWater and Ice Dispensers Water Filter Status Light Water Filtration SystemUsing the Dispenser Without the Water Filter On some models AccessoryClean the Ice Storage Bin Ice Maker and Storage BinAdjustable Flip-up Shelf Refrigerator FeaturesFlip-up Shelf Refrigerator ShelvesConvertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer Crisper and Covers Convertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer Temperature ControlCrisper Humidity Control Wine or Can/Bottle RackFreezer Shelf Freezer FeaturesDoor Rails Freezer Basket or BinCleaning Refrigerator CareChanging the Light Bulbs Vacation and Moving Care Power InterruptionsTroubleshooting Ice dispenser will not operate properly Off-taste, odor or gray color in the iceIce storage bin difficult to remove Water dispenser will not operate properlyU.S.A Accessories Water Filter CertificationsCanada Product Data Sheets Substance Reduction Min. Required %Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters Roper Refrigerator Warranty ONE-YEAR Full Warranty on RefrigeratorWhirlpool Corporation will not pay for Avant de jeter votre vieux réfrigérateur ou congélateur Sécurité DU RéfrigérateurEmplacement d’installation Instructions D’INSTALLATIONDéballage Nettoyage avant l’utilisationSpécifications électriques Spécifications de l’alimentation En eauGrille de la base Enlèvement des portes AvertissementEnlèvement des poignées facultatif Réinstallation des portes et des charnièresEnlèvement des portes Déconnecter la fiche des filsRaccordement de la Canalisation deau Fermeture des portesRaccordement à une canalisation d’eau Replacer le couvercle de la charnière gauche et les visRaccordement au réfrigérateur Style Préparation du système d’eau Utilisation DU RéfrigérateurSons normaux Pour s’assurer d’une circulation d’air AppropriéeAjustement des commandes Utilisation des commandesDistributeurs d’eau et de glaçons Le distributeur de glaçonsLe témoin lumineux de l’état du filtre Eau Système de filtration d’eau Caractéristiques DU Réfrigérateur Sur certains modèles AccessoireMachine à glaçons et bac Entretien du bac d’entreposage de glaçonsTablette relevable ajustable Tablettes du réfrigérateurTiroir pour spécialités alimentaires Tablette relevablePour entreposer des légumes Régler la commande à VEG Emplacement de la commande d’humiditéRéglage de l’humidité dans le bac à Légumes Ajustement du réglagePorte CongélateurEntretien DU Réfrigérateur Pour retirer et réinstaller les porte-cannettes/balconnetsPorte-cannettes et balconnets NettoyageLampe du tableau de commande du réfrigérateur Remplacement des ampoules ’éclairageLampe de distributeur sur certains modèles Lampe du bac à légumes du réfrigérateurPannes de courant Entretien avant les vacances ou lors ’un déménagementStyle 2 En arrière du panier supérieur du congélateur DéménagementDépannage Le distributeur de glaçons ne fonctionne pas correctement Mauvais goût, odeur ou couleur grise des glaçonsLe distributeur d’eau ne fonctionne pas bien Le bac à glaçons est difficile à enlever’eau ou la glace coule du distributeur Le débit d’eau du distributeur diminue beaucoupAccessoires Réduction de De réduction Substances Min. req Feuilles DE Données SUR LE ProduitGarantie Complète DE UN AN DU Réfrigérateur Garantie DU Réfrigérateur RoperWhirlpool Corporation ne paiera pas pour 2188763

RS22AQXKQ02 specifications

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