Connect Water Supply
Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT:
■Plumbing shall be installed in accordance with the International Plumbing Code and any local codes and ordinances.
■Use copper tubing or Whirlpool supply line, Part Number 8212547RP, and check for leaks.
■Install tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.
TOOLS NEEDED:
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
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■⁷⁄₁₆" and ¹⁄₂"
■¹⁄₄" nut driver
Connect to Water Line
IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is connected, turn the ice maker OFF.
1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to clear line of water.
3.Use a
NOTE: To allow sufficient water flow to the refrigerator, a minimum ¹⁄₂" size copper household supply line is recommended.
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B |
5.Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink, and turn on main water supply to flush out tubing until water is clear. Turn off shutoff valve on the water pipe.
NOTE: Always drain the water line before making the final connection to the inlet of the water valve, to avoid possible water valve malfunction.
6.Bend the copper tubing to meet the water line inlet, which is located on the back of the refrigerator cabinet as shown. Leave a coil of copper tubing to allow the refrigerator to be pulled out of the cabinet or away from the wall for service.
Connect to Refrigerator
Style 1
1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.Remove and discard the short, black plastic part from the end of the water line inlet.
3.Thread the nut onto the end of the tubing. Tighten the nut by hand. Then tighten it with a wrench two more turns. Do not overtighten.
NOTE: To avoid rattling, be sure the copper tubing does not touch the cabinet’s side wall or other parts inside the cabinet.
A | B | C | D |
A. Line to refrigerator |
| C. Ferrule (purchased) | |
B. Nut (purchased) |
| D. Supplied line from refrigerator | |
4.Install the water supply tube clamp around the water supply line to reduce strain on the coupling.
5.Turn shutoff valve ON.
6.Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.
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| D |
A. Bulb | C. Copper tubing (to refrigerator) |
B. Nut | D. Household supply line (½" minimum) |
4.Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve. Use ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) OD soft copper tubing to connect the shutoff valve and the refrigerator.
■Ensure that you have the proper length needed for the job. Be sure both ends of the copper tubing are cut square.
■Slip compression sleeve and compression nut onto 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.
A B | C |
A. Compression sleeve | C. Copper tubing |
B. Compression nut |
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Style 2
1.Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.Remove and discard the plastic part that is attached to the inlet of the water valve.
3.Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not overtighten.
4.Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure the tubing to the refrigerator as shown. This will help avoid damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back against the wall.
5.Turn shutoff valve ON.
6.Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.
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| B |
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A. Tube clamp | D. Compression nut |
B. Tube clamp screw | E. Valve inlet |
C. Copper tubing |
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