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Check
that the water
supply
lines are insulated
against
freezing
conditions.
Ice formations
in the supply
lines can increase
water
pressure
and damage
your
ice maker
or home.
Damage
from
frozen
supply
lines is not covered
by the warranty.
A cold water
supply
with water
pressure
of between
30 and
120 psi (207
and 827 kPa) is required
to operate
the ice maker.
If you have questions
about
your water
pressure,
call a licensed,
qualified
plumber.
Reverse
Osmosis
Water
Supply
IMPORTANT:
•
A reverse
osmosis
water
filtration
system
is not
recommended
for ice makers
that
have a drain
pump
installed.
•
For gravity drain systems only.
•
The pressure of the water supply coming out of a reverse
osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the ice
maker needs to be between 30 and 120 psi (207 and
827 kPa).
If a reverse osmosis water filtration
system is connected to your
cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis
system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa).
NOTE: The reverse osmosis system must provide 1 gal. (3.8 L) of
water per hour to the ice maker for proper ice maker operation.
If a reverse osmosis system is desired, only a whole-house
capacity
reverse osmosis system, capable of maintaining
the
steady water supply required by the ice maker, is
recommended.
Faucet capacity
reverse osmosis systems are not
able to maintain the steady water supply required by the ice
maker.
If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than
40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):
•
Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse
osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.
•
Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill
after heavy usage.
If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed,
qualified
plumber.
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 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:
•
Flat-blade
screwdriver
•
7/16"
and I/2" open-end
wrenches
or two adjustable
wrenches
•
1/4" nut driver
NOTE:
Do not use a piercing-type
or 3/16" (4.76
mm) saddle
valve
which
reduces
water
flow
and clogs
more
easily.
Connecting the Water
Line
1.
2.
Turn off
main water
supply.
Turn on nearest
faucet
long
enough
to clear
line of water.
Using a 1/2" copper
supply
line with
a quarter-turn
shutoff
valve
or the equivalent,
connect
the ice maker
as shown.
NOTE:
To allow
sufficient
water
flow
to the ice maker
a
minimum
1/2" diameter
home
supply
line is recommended.
A
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I
B
3.
A. Bulb
B. Nut
Now
you are ready
to connect
the copper
tubing.
Use 1/4"
(6.35
mm) OD
soft copper
tubing
for the cold
water
supply.
•
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 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.
A. Compression
sleeve
B. Compression
nut
C Copper
tubing
4. Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink, and
turn on main water supply and flush out tubing until water is
clear. Turn off shutoff valve on the water pipe.
IMPORTANT: Always drain the water line before making the
final connection to the inlet of the water valve to avoid
possible water valve malfunction.
5. Bend the copper tubing to meet the water line inlet which is
located on the back of the ice maker cabinet as shown.
Leave a coil of copper tubing to allow the ice maker to be
pulled out of the cabinet or away from the wall for service.
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