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Installing the Water Line
This refrigerator comes equipped with a water dispenser and an automatic ice maker. To use
these features, the refrigerator needs to be connected to a potable water supply. In order for
the ice maker to function correctly, the water pressure needs to be between 30 psi and 125 psi.
Warning:
• The water connection must be made by a qualified plumber. Operation outside the water
pressure range may cause malfunction, severe and damaging water leaks.
• If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure (below 30 psi), you can install
• If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure (below 30 psi), you can install
a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure.
• If you are going on a long trip and therfore not using the water dispenser or ice maker for
a period of time, it is recommended that you turn off the water supply to prevent leaks.
Connecting to the Water Supply
You will need the following tools and parts
(not included)
You need to purchase several items to complete this connection. You may find these items
sold as a kit at your local hardware store.
Warning:
Make sure that you:
•
Use the tubing that came with your refrigerator and the water supply installation kit.
Do not use old tubing.
•
Connect to the cold water pipe. If you connect to the hot water pipe, the purifier
may malfunction.
• •
Do not contaminate the water pipes during installation.
1.
Shut off the main water
supply.
2
.Using a 1/4" drill bit, drill
a hole into the cold water
line, then install the saddle
type shutoff valve.
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. Connect the water line
(installation kit not included)
to the shutoff valve.
4.
Turn the main water
supply back on, then
turn on the shutoff
valve and flush out the
tubing until the water
runs clear.
Note:
Note:
Initial dark discoloration
of water is normal.
5
. Turn off shutoff valve.
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