Whirlpool ED2NTGXLQ02 Water Supply Connection, Water System Preparation, Cold water supply, Style

Models: ED2FTGXKQ00 ED2FHGXKQ01 ED2FHGXKT03 ED2FHGXKQ03 ED2FHGXKQ00 ED2FHGXKQ04 ED2FHGXKT01 ED2FTGXKT04 ED2FTGXKQ01 ED2FHGXKT00 ED2FTGXKQ03 ED2FTGXKQ04 ED2FTGXKT00 ED2FTGXKT03 ED2FHGXKT04 ED2FTGXKT01 ED5FHGXKB05 ED5FHGXKB04 ED5FHGXKT04 ED5FHGXKQ02 ED5FHGXKQ00 ED5FHGXKT03 ED5FTGXKT00 ED5FHGXKT01 ED5FTGXKT02 ED5FHGXKQ01 ED5FHGXKT00 ED5FHGXKB00 ED5FHGXKQ04 ED5FHGXKQ05 ED5FHGXKQ03 ED5FTGXKQ00 ED5FTGXKT01 ED5FHGXNQ00 ED5FTGXKQ01 ED5FHGXKB02 ED5FHGXKT05 ED5FHGXNQ01 ED5FHGXKB03 ED5FTGXKQ02 ED5FHGXKT02 GC5SHGXKT01 GC5SHGXLB00 GC5SHGXKS00 GC5SHGXKS01 GC5SHGXKB01 GC5SHGXKT00 GC5SHGXLQ01 GC5SHGXKQ01 GC5SHGXLQ00 GC5SHGXLS00 GC5SHGXLS01 GC5SHGXKQ00 GC5SHGXLB01 GR2SHTXMS01 GR2SHTXMT01 GT1SHTXMT03 GT9MHTXRT00 GT9MHTXRQ00 KTRP22EMBL00 KTRP22EMBT00 GT1SHTXMB02 GT1SHTXMB01 GT1SHTXMQ03 GT1SHTXMQ02 GT1SHTXMQ01 GT1SHTXMB03 GT1SHTXMT01 GT1SHTXMT02 ED7FHGXKQ01 ED5YHGXLT00 ED5YHGXLT01 ED7FHGXKT01 ED5YHGXLQ00 ED7FHGXKT00 ED7FHGXKQ00 ED7FHGXKB00 ED5NTGXLQ00 ED5NTGXLT00 ED5CHGXKQ00 ED5FHEXKQ00 ED5FHEXKT00 ED5FHEXLQ01 ED2YHGXLT01 ED5FHEXLT00 ED5FHEXLQ00 ED2YHGXLQ01 ED5FHEXLT01 ED5CHGXKT00 ED5FHEXLB00 ED2NTGXLQ01 ED2NTGXLT02 ED2NTGXLQ02 ED2NTGXLT01 ED2CHGXKQ00 ED2CHGXKT00 ED2FHEXLQ01 ED2FHEXLT00 ED2FHEXLB01 ED2FHEXLT01 ED2FHEXLQ00

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Water Supply Connection

3.Use a hex-head socket wrench to adjust the leveling screws. Turn the leveling screw to the right to raise that side of the refrigerator or turn the leveling screw to the left to lower that side. It may take several turns of the leveling screws to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator (see Graphic 8).

NOTE: Having someone push against the top of the refrigerator takes some weight off the leveling screws and rollers. This makes it easier to adjust the screws.

4.Open both doors again and check to make sure that they close as easily as you like. If not, tilt the refrigerator slightly more to the rear by turning both leveling screws to the right. It may take several more turns, and you should turn both leveling screws the same amount.

5.Replace the base grille.

NOTE: Be sure to refasten the Tech Sheet behind the base grille.

Water Supply Connection

Read all directions carefully before you begin.

IMPORTANT:

If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is connected, turn the ice maker OFF.

All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.

Tools required: Standard screwdriver, ⁷⁄₁₆ in. and ¹⁄₂ in. open-end wrenches or two adjustable wrenches, ¹⁄₄ in. nut driver and drill bit, hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded).

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a ¹⁄₄ in. (6.35 mm) saddle-type shutoff valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercing-type or ³⁄₁₆ in. (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more easily.

Cold water supply

Connect the ice maker to a cold water line with water pressure between 30 and 120 psi. If you have questions about your water pressure, call your utility company.

Connecting to Water Line

1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water.

3.Locate a ½ in. to 1¹⁄₄ in. (1.25 cm to 3.18 cm) vertical COLD water pipe near the refrigerator.

NOTE: Horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill and normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

4.Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure from the connection on the lower left rear of refrigerator to the water pipe. Add 7 ft. (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use ¹⁄₄ in. (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

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

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Cold Water Pipe

4.

Compression Nut

6.

Shutoff Valve

2.

Pipe Clamp

5.

Compression Sleeve

7.

Packing Nut

3.

Copper Tubing

 

 

 

 

6.Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄ in. drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten the 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.

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.

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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.

Water System Preparation

Please read before using the water system.

Immediately after installation, follow the steps below to make sure that the water system is properly cleaned.

1.Open the freezer door and turn off the ice maker. For Style 1 lift up the wire shutoff arm as shown. For Style 2 move the switch to the OFF (right) setting as shown. The ON/OFF switch is located on the top right side of the freezer compartment.

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Whirlpool ED2NTGXLQ02 manual Water Supply Connection, Water System Preparation, Cold water supply, Connecting to Water Line