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Important, Cold water supply, Connecting to water line – Kenmore 2220698 User Manual

Page 8: Connecting to refrigerator

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Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers — one on the

right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or if
you want the doors to close more easily, adjust the refrigerator's

tilt using the instructions below:

1. Move the refrigerator into its final position.

2. The two leveling screws are part of the front roller assemblies

which are at the base of the refrigerator on either side (see
Graphic 8).

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.

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, Vie in. and V

2

in. open-end

wrenches or two adjustable wrenches,

V*

in. nut driver and drill

bit, hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded).

NOTE:

Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a

'A

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

V

k

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 I

/2

in. to 1

'A

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.

5.

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 Vi in.
(6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure

both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

Using a grounded drill, drill a Vi in. hole in the cold water pipe
you have selected.

1

. Cold Water Pipe

2. Pipe Clamp

3. Copper Tubing

4. Compression Nut

5. Compression Sleeve

6. Shutoff Valve

7. Packing Nut

6

.

7.

8

.

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe

clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the Vi 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.

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.

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.

Turn shutoff valve ON.

Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including
connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.

1

2

.

3.

1. Tube Clamp

2. Copper Tubing

3
4

3. Compression Nut

4. Valve Inlet

4.

5.

The ice maker is equipped with a built-in water strainer. If
your water conditions require a second water strainer, install

it in the Vi in. (6.35 mm) water line at either tube connection.
Obtain a water strainer from your nearest appliance dealer.

Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.