Connect to Refrigerator
Depending on your model, the water line may come down from the top or up from the bottom. Follow the connection instructions for your model.
Style 1
1.Remove the plastic cap from water supply connection. Place brass nut and compression sleeve on copper tube end as shown.
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B
A. Brass nut
B. Compression sleeve
2.Place end of the copper tubing into the plastic water valve supply line. Slide the brass nut over the sleeve and screw the nut into supply line.
3.Using an adjustable wrench, hold the nut on the plastic water line to keep it from moving. Then, with a second wrench turn the nut on the copper tubing counterclockwise to completely tighten. Do not overtighten.
4.Check connection by pulling on the copper tubing.
5.Fasten the plastic water line to the refrigerator with a “P” clamp. Slide the plastic water line into the retainer.
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B
C
A. Brass nut | C. “P” clamp |
B. Compression sleeve |
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6.Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for leaks. Correct any leaks.
Style 2
1.Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten. Confirm copper tubing is secure by pulling on the tubing.
2.Create a service loop with the copper tubing. Avoid kinks when coiling the tubing. Fasten the copper tubing to the refrigerator cabinet with a “P” clamp.
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B
C
D
A. Copper tubing | C. Compression nut |
B. “P” clamp | D. Compression sleeve |
3.Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for leaks. Correct any leaks.
Complete the Installation
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.
1.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
2.Flush the water system. See “Water and Ice Dispensers.”
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