Whirlpool 2212539 Base Grille, Refrigerator Doors Removing, Reversing optional and Replacing

5.Using a grounded drill, drill a ¹⁄₄ in. hole in the cold water pipe you have selected.

1.Cold Water Pipe

2.Pipe Clamp

3.Copper Tubing

4.Compression Nut

5.Compression Sleeve

6.Shut-Off Valve

7.Packing Nut

6.Fasten shut-off valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be sure outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄ in. drilled hole in the water pipe and that washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing, especially if soft (coiled) copper tubing is used. Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing.

7.Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on copper tubing as shown. Insert end of tubing into 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 into a container or sink, and turn ON main water supply and flush out tubing until water is clear. Turn OFF shut-off valve on the water pipe. Coil 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. Move to step 2.

2.Turn shut-off valve ON. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

1.Tube Clamp

2.Copper Tubing

3.Compression Nut

4.Valve Inlet

3.The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If local water conditions require periodic cleaning or a well is your source of water supply, a second water strainer should be installed in the ¹⁄₄ in. (6.35 mm) water line. Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer. Install at either tube connection.

4.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Base Grille

To remove the base grille:

1.Open the refrigerator door.

2.Grasp the grille with both hands.

3.Lift up and tilt the bottom of the grille toward you.

NOTE: Do not remove the Tech Sheet that is fastened behind the grille.

To replace the base grille:

1.Open the refrigerator door.

2.Place upper clips in openings in the metal panel.

3.Roll the grille down toward the refrigerator until it snaps into place.

Refrigerator Doors: Removing, Reversing

(optional) and Replacing

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.

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, see the

“Door and hinge removal” and “Door and hinge replacement” sections.

■Depending on your model, you may have standard (Style 1) or contour (Style 2) doors. If you are also going to reverse the door swing, follow the instructions for the appropriate door style.

Door and hinge removal

⁵⁄₁₆” Hex Head Hinge Screw

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.

5.Lift the freezer door free from the cabinet.

6.Remove the parts for the center hinge as shown in the Center Hinge graphic.

7.Lift the refrigerator door free from the cabinet.

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