KitchenAid 2225409 manual Refrigerator Doors, Connecting to Refrigerator

7.Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the 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 in a container or sink, and turn ON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is clear. Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water pipe. Coil the copper tubing.

Connecting to Refrigerator

1.Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. 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.

2.Turn shutoff valve ON.

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

Handle Removal (Architect® Series)

(Graphics are included later in this section.)

NOTE: These instructions are for the Architect® Series doors with curved handle only.

1.Using a ¹⁄₈ in. Allen wrench, loosen the 2 set screws located underneath each handle.

2.Pull handle straight out from the door. Make sure you keep screws for reattaching handles.

Door and Hinge Removal (all models)

IMPORTANT:

■Before you begin, turn the refrigerator control OFF, unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food and any adjustable door or utility bins from doors.

■If you are only removing and replacing the doors, the instructions are the same regardless of door style.

■If you have a standard or contour door and are also going to reverse the door swing, follow the instructions for the appropriate door style.

■All graphics referenced in the following instructions are included later in this section after "Final Steps."

1.	Tube Clamp	3.	Compression Nut
2.	Copper Tubing	4.	Valve Inlet

4.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.

5.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Refrigerator Doors

StandardContourArchitect®

⁵⁄₁₆" Hex-Head Hinge Screw

TOOLS NEEDED: ⁵⁄₁₆ in. hex-head socket wrench, No. 2 Phillips screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, ⁵⁄₁₆ in. open-end wrench, flat 2 in. putty knife.

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Open refrigerator door and remove base grille from the bottom front of the refrigerator (see Base Grille graphic).

3.Close the refrigerator door and keep both doors closed until you are ready to lift them free from the cabinet.

NOTE: Provide additional support for the doors while the hinges are being moved. Do not depend on the door magnets to hold the doors in place while you are working.

4.Remove the parts for the top hinge as shown in Top Hinge graphic. Lift the freezer door free from the cabinet.

5.Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center Hinge graphic. Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.

6.Remove the parts for the bottom hinge as shown in the Bottom Hinge graphic.

Door Reversal (optional on some models)

IMPORTANT:

■Architect® Series doors with curved handle are not reversible.

■If you want to reverse your standard or contour doors so they open from the opposite side, follow these steps. If you are not reversing the doors, see “Door and Hinge Replacement."

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