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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (icemaker & dispenser models)
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
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tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply
lines are Universal Water Line Refrigerator Tubing
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When connecting your refrigerator to a Reverse
Osmosis Water System, the only approved
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other reverse osmosis water systems, follow the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
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the refrigerator’s filter bypass plug. Using the
refrigerator’s water filtration cartridge in conjunction
with the RO filter can result in hollow ice cubes and
slower water flow from the water dispenser.
This water line installation is not warranted by
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expensive water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in
house plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator
parts and lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a
qualified plumber to correct water hammer before
installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook
up the water line to the hot water line.
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water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is
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When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sure the device is double
insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the
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All installations must be in accordance with local
plumbing code requirements.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Copper or Universal Water Line Refrigerator
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sure both ends of the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: measure
the distance from the water valve on the back of the
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Be sure there
is sufficient extra tubing to allow the refrigerator to
move out from the wall after installation.
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available in the following lengths:
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WARNING
Connect to potable water supply only.
A cold water supply is required for automatic
icemaker operation. The water pressure must be
between 40 and 120 psi (275-827 kilopascals).
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