Whirlpool SS25AQXHW00 manual Connecting the Refrigerator To a Water Source, Cold Water Supply

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Connecting the Refrigerator

to a Water Source

Read all directions carefully before you begin.

IMPORTANT:

■If operating the refrigerator before installing the water connection, turn ice maker to the OFF position to prevent operation without water.

■All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.

■Use copper tubing and check for leaks.

■Install copper tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.

■It may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to begin producing ice.

Tools required:

■Standard screwdriver

■⁷⁄₁₆-inch and ¹⁄₂-inch open-end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches

■¹⁄₄-inch nut driver

■¹⁄₄-inch drill bit

■Hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded)

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a ¹⁄₄-inch saddle-type shut-off valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or ³⁄₁₆-inch saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

Cold Water Supply

The ice maker water valve contains a flow washer which is used as a water pressure regulator. The ice maker needs to be connected to a cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 120 psi. If a problem occurs, call your utility company.

Connecting 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.Find a ¹⁄₂-inch to 1¹⁄₄-inch vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator.

NOTE: Horizontal pipe will work, but the following

precaution must be taken: Drill on the top side of the pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill. This also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

4.To determine the length of copper tubing you will need, measure from connection on lower left rear of refrigerator to water pipe. Add 7 feet (2.1 m) to allow for moving refrigerator for cleaning. Use ¹⁄₄-inch 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-inch hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.

1.Cold Water Pipe

2.Pipe Clamp

3.Copper Tubing

4.Compression Nut

5.Compression Sleeve

6.Shut Off Valve

7.Packing Nut

6.Fasten shut-off valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be sure outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄-inch drilled hole in the water pipe and that washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten 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, especially if soft (coiled) copper tubing is used. Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing.

7.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.

8.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 shut-off valve on the water pipe. Coil copper tubing.

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Contents 2203793 Use & Care GuideGuide d’utilisation Et d’entretien Table DES Matières Before you throw away your old refrigerator or freezer Refrigerator SafetyYour safety and the safety of others is very important Parts and Features Installing Your Refrigerator Cleaning before use Unpacking Your Refrigerator Space RequirementsRecommended Grounding Method Electrical RequirementsRemoving the Doors Remove Screw 1 AS Shown in Diagram Removing the Door HandlesConnecting the Refrigerator To a Water Source Connecting to water lineRead all directions carefully before you begin Cold Water SupplyDoor Closing Base GrilleDoor Closing Using Your Refrigerator Understanding Sounds You May HearEnsuring Proper Air Circulation Checking airflowRefrigerator section Turn Too warm Setting the ControlsAdjusting Control Settings Refrigerator Features Ice Maker Storage BinWater and Ice Dispensers Ice dispenserWater dispenser Dispenser lightDispenser lock on some models To dispense iceWine Rack Refrigerator ShelvesConvertible Vegetable/Meat Drawer and Cover Adjusting the control Crisper and Crisper CoverTo remove the crisper To remove the crisper coverDeli Drawer Door RailsDoor Bins Freezer ShelfFreezer Basket Cleaning Your RefrigeratorCaring for Your Refrigerator To remove light shield for cleaning Changing the Light BulbsRefrigerator light bulbs Light behind control panelPower Interruptions Vacation and Moving CareFreezer light bulbs VacationsTroubleshooting Refrigerator seems to make too much noise Ice maker is not producing iceIce maker is producing too little ice Off-taste, odor or grey color in the iceTemperature is too warm Water dispenser will not operate properlyWater or ice is leaking from the dispenser Dispenser water is not cool enoughDoors are difficult to open There is interior moisture build-upDoors will not close completely Requesting Assistance Or Service If you need replacement parts…When asking for help or service For further assistanceRefrigerator Warranty Avant de jeter votre vieux réfrigérateur ou congélateur Sécurité DU RéfrigérateurVotre sécurité et celle des autres est très importante Pièces ET Caractéristiques Installation DU Réfrigérateur Espacement requisEnlèvement des matériaux d’emballage Nettoyage avant l’utilisationMéthode recommandée de mise à la terre Spécifications électriquesEnlèvement des portes Outils requisEnlèvement des poignées Des portes PAS Enlever LA VIS 2 TEL QU’ILLUSTRÉ Dans LE SchémaArrivée d’eau froide Raccordement à une canalisation d’eauGrille de la base Fermeture des portesPouvez entendre Réglage des commandes Utilisation DU Réfrigérateur’air appropriée Vérification de l’airAjustement des réglages De contrôle Pour retirer le bac à glaçons Bac d’entreposage de la Machine à glaçonsLe distributeur de glaçons Le distributeur d’eau Témoin lumineux du distributeurDistribution de glaçons Distribution d’eauTablettes du réfrigérateur Casier à vinViandes et couvercle Ajustement du réglage de laPour légumes/viandes Modification de réglageBac à légumes et couvercle Casier pour petits alimentsTringles dans la porte Tringles enclenchables dans la portePanier du congélateur Compartiments dans la porteClayette de congélateur Tringles déposées dans la porteNettoyage du réfrigérateur Autres conseils de nettoyage indiqués ci-dessousConseil pour économie d’énergie Nettoyage du réfrigérateurAmpoules d’éclairage du congélateur Remplacement des ampoules ’éclairageAmpoules d’éclairage du réfrigérateur Pannes de courant Entretien avant les vacances ou Lors d’un déménagementVacances HeuresDépannage DéménagementLes ampoules n’éclairent pas Le plat de dégivrage contient de l’eauLa machine à glaçons produit trop peu de glaçons Le réfrigérateur semble faire trop de bruitLa machine à glaçons ne produit pas de glaçons Le distributeur d’eau ne fonctionne pas bien Mauvais goût, odeur ou couleur grise des glaçonsLe distributeur de glaçons ne fonctionne pas correctement ’eau ou la glace coule du distributeur ’eau du distributeur n’est pas assez froideLa cloison entre les deux sections est tiède La température est trop tièdeLes portes ne se ferment pas complètement Les portes sont difficiles à ouvrirLes emballages d’aliments empêchent-ils la porte de fermer? Les joints collent-ils?Service Lors d’une demande d’aide ou de serviceDemande Si vous avez besoin de pièces de rechange…Garantie DE Réfrigérateur
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