6.Fasten shutoff valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be sure outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄" drilled hole in the water pipe and that rubber washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully and evenly so rubber 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 bucket or sink. Turn ON main water supply and flush out tubing until water is clear. Turn OFF shutoff valve on the water pipe. Check for leaks. Coil copper tubing.

Connect to Refrigerator

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 copper tubing.

2.Create a service loop using extreme care to avoid kinks. Secure copper tubing to refrigerator cabinet with a “P” clamp.

A

B

C

D

E

A. Copper Tubing

D. Compression Sleeve

B. “P” Clamp

E. Water Valve Inlet Port

C. Compression nut

 

3.Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for leaks. Correct any leaks.

4.Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

5.Push refrigerator into opening.

BaseGrille

Remove Base Grille

1.Open the freezer door.

2.Grasp the grille with both hands.

3.Pull up on the bottom and tilt it toward you.

4.Pull down to release the top of grille.

Replace the Base Grille

1.Open the freezer door.

2.See markings on inside of base grille for proper placement.

3.Snap the top of grille into place first.

4.Press down and in on the bottom of the grille until it snaps into place.

RefrigeratorDoors

Install and Remove Handle

Graphics are included later in this section.

1.Place handle on door as shown.

2.Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach handle to door with handle screws.

3.Place the trim pieces on the upper and lower handle ends as shown.

4.Apply firm pressure with your hand on the face of the trim. Slide the top trim down and bottom trim up toward the handle.

5.Using a Phillips screwdriver, attach the freezer handle to the freezer door with the two screws provided.

6.To remove handles, reverse directions.

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Whirlpool GB2SHKXMQ00 manual BaseGrille, RefrigeratorDoors

GB2SHKXMQ00 specifications

The Whirlpool GB2SHKXMQ00 stands out as a modern refrigerator, engineered to meet the demands of contemporary households. With a combination of innovative features and advanced technologies, it offers a seamless user experience while ensuring food preservation and energy efficiency.

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