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Installation instructions

Contents of filter kit

113 ft (4 m) white ¼” (6 mm) tubing

21 x 8” (200 mm) blue tubing

31 x pressure reducing valve (PRV)

4 1 x double sided tape

52 x locking keys

61 x water filter cartridge and head

71 x faucet connection

12 3 4 5 6 7

Important!

Fig.2 Water connection kit

 

■■It is imperative the pressure reducing valve (PRV) is fitted prior to the filter. This valve ensures the water will not flow back into the mains from the refrigerator water system. If the PRV is not fitted to the connection line, the Ice & Water features may not function in some circumstances.

■■The water connection to your Ice & Water refrigerator must be installed by an authorized plumber or authorized Fisher & Paykel service person.

■■The water connection instructions below are intended only for the professional installer.

■■The new tubings supplied with the refrigerator are to be used, old tubings from old Ice & Water connections should not be used.

Installation precautions/warning

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

■■WARNING – connect to potable water supply only.

■■DO NOT install on line pressure above 119 psi (827 kPa) or below 22 psi (150 kPa).

■■DO NOT use on hot water supply (100°F [38°C max.]).

■■DO NOT cut any length of tube shorter than 200 mm.

■■DO NOT install near electrical wires or water pipes that will be in the path of drilling when selecting the location of filter system.

■■DO NOT mount filter in such a position so that it will be struck by other items, such as wastebaskets, etc.

■■DO NOT install the filter or any water tubing in direct sunlight as prolonged exposure to light can weaken plastic components.

■■DO NOT install in a location that is susceptible to freezing temperatures as damage to the housing could occur.

■■DO NOT screw filter to the refrigerator.

■■DO NOT install the filter or any water tubing in high temperature areas eg in a ceiling cavity.

■■AVOID contamination of pipes during installation.

■■DO NOT use copper tubing. The plastic tubing supplied should always be used.

■■DO NOT continuously dispense water for longer than 2 minutes.

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Fisher & Paykel RF170, RF135 installation instructions Installation precautions/warning, Contents of filter kit

RF135, RF170 specifications

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