Installation Instructions
Install Anti-Tip Boards
IMPORTANT:
To avoid tipping during use, the solid soffit must be within 1” (2.5 cm) maximum above the refrigerator. If the solid soffit is higher than 1” (2.5 cm) or one is not available, then the refrigerator must be braced.
It is recommended that board(s) be installed before the refrigerator is installed.
Board(s) must be long enough to fully cover the width of the compressor cover.
Locate the board(s) so the bottom surface(s) of the board(s) is (are) 84” (213.4 cm) from the floor.
During installation, raise the refrigerator up so there is ¼” (6.4 mm) maximum between the top of the refrigerator and the bottom of the
To Install
1.Mark the stud locations on the rear wall 80” to 90” (203.2 cm to 228.6 cm) above the floor.
2.Securely attach one or two 2” x 4” x 32” (5.1 cm x 10.2 cm x 81.3 cm) boards to the wall studs behind refrigerator. Use six #8 x 3” (7.6 cm) (or longer) wood screws. The wood screws must be screwed into the studs at least 1½” (3.8 cm). The board(s) must overlap the compressor cover.
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2” (5.1 cm) 
D
A.Center board 1/4” (6.4 mm) max. above refrigerator
B.Two 2” x 4” x 32” (5.1 cm x 10.2 cm x 81.3 cm) boards
C.Attach to studs with six #8 x 3” (7.6 cm) screws
D.Compressor cover
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Connect 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.
Install Saddle Valve
NOTE: If the existing water line meets the Water Supply Requirements, see Connecting to Refrigerator.
1.Unplug the refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.Turn OFF the main water supply. Turn ON the nearest faucet long enough to clear the line of water.
3.Locate a ½” to 1¼” (1.3 cm to 3.2 cm) vertical cold water pipe near the refrigerator.
IMPORTANT:
Make sure it is a cold water pipe.
A horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the pipe, not the bottom. Doing so will help keep water away from the drill and normal sediment from collecting in the valve.
4.Using a cordless drill, drill a ¼” (6.4 mm) hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.
5.Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the ¼” (6.4 mm) drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws slowly and evenly so the washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten.
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A. Cold water pipe | C. Packing nut |
B. Pipe clamp | D. Shutoff valve |
6.Turn on the main water supply.
7.Check for leaks around the saddle valve.
IMPORTANT: Before attaching the water supply line to the shutoff valve, flush the main water supply line to remove particles and air in the water line. Allow enough flow so that the water becomes clear. Flushing the water line may help avoid filters and/or water valves from becoming clogged.