Attaching the ice maker to a water supply, Read all directions carefully before you begin, Important – Whirlpool FREEZERS User Manual

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USING YOUR REFRIGERATOR

Attaching the ice maker to a water supply

Read all directions carefully before you begin.

AWARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Unplug the refrigerator before
installing ice maker.

Failure to do so can result in death

or eiectrical shock.

IMPORTANT:

• Use copper tubing only and check for

leaks.

• Install ice maker tubing in areas where

temperatures are above freezing.

Tools required:

• Standard screwdriver
• yi6-inch and Vz-inch open-end wrenches or

two adjustable wrenches

• V4-inch nut driver

• ’/i-inch drill bit
• Hand drill or electric drill (properly

grounded)

NOTE: Your appliance dealer has a kit
available with a V4-inch saddle type shut-off

valve, a union, and copper tubing. Before
purchasing, make sure a saddle type valve
complies with your local plumbing codes. Do

not use piercing type or Yie-inch saddle

valve which reduces water flow and clogs

more easily.

Cold water supply

The ice maker water valve contains a flow
washer which is used as a water pressure

regulator. The ice maker needs to be

connected to a cold water line with water
pressure limitations of 20-120 psi. If a
problem occurs, call your utility company.

IMPORTANT:

• It may take up to 24 hours for your ice

maker to begin producing ice.

• If operating the refrigerator before install

ing the water connection, turn ice maker to

the OFF position to prevent operation
without water.

• All installations must be in accordance with

local plumbing code requirements.

INSTALLATION IS NOT

WARRANTED BY REFRIGERATOR

OR ICE MAKER MANUFACTURER.

W I T H Q U E S T I O N S O R C O M M E N T S