Installation Instructions
Connecting the Water Supply
1.Unplug the refrigerator from the electrical outlet.
2.Create a service loop with copper tubing (minimum 2 foot/61 cm diameter). Avoid kinks in the copper tubing when bending it into a service loop. Do not use plastic tubing.
Min. 2’ diameter
(not to scale)
Copper Tubing
3.Remove the plastic cap from water valve inlet port.
4.Place the brass nut (A) and sleeve (B) on the end of the copper tube as illustrated. The nut and sleeve are provided in the use and care packet. Do not use an old sleeve.
5.Place the end of the copper tubing into the water valve inlet port. Shape the tubing slightly. Do not kink the tubing so that it feeds straight into the inlet port.
| B |
B | A |
A |
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6.Slide the brass nut over the sleeve and screw it into the inlet port.
7.Place an adjustable wrench on the nut (C) attached it to the plastic waterline. Maintain position.
8.Using a second adjustable wrench, turn the lower nut (A) counterclockwise and fully tighten it while holding the upper nut in place. Do not overtighten.
C
A
9.Pull on the tubing to confirm the connection is secure. Connect the tubing to the frame with the water tubing clamp
(D).
D
10.Turn on the water supply. Check for leaks and correct if necessary. Continue to observe the water supply connection for two to three hours prior to moving the refrigerator to its permanent location. Monitor the water connection for 24 hours. Correct leaks if necessary.
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