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10
Water Pressure
A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and
dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your
If your refrigerator has a water dispenser: After installation is
complete, use the water dispenser to check the water pressure.
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water. If 1 cup of water is dispensed in 8 seconds or less,
the water pressure to the refrigerator meets the minimum
requirement.
■ If it takes longer than 8 seconds to dispense 1 cup of
water, the water pressure to the refrigerator is lower than
recommended. See the “Troubleshooting” section for
suggestions.
Reverse Osmosis Water Supply
IMPORTANT:
The pressure of the water supply coming out of
a reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of the
cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system
If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than
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after heavy usage.
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the water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse
Filtration System” section.
If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed,
CONNECT WATER SUPPLY
Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT:
■ Plumbing shall be installed in accordance with the
International Plumbing Code and any local codes and
ordinances.
■ The gray water tubing on the back of the refrigerator (which
connections from the household water line to the refrigerator
ice or water. 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.
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wrenches
■ 1/4" nut driver
Connect to Water Line
IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is
Style 1 (Recommended)
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2.
to clear line of water.
3.
a 1/2"
copper household supply line.
NOTE:
is recommended.
A
B
D
C
4.
■ 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 onto 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.
B CA
5. Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink, and
NOTE:
connection to the inlet of the water valve, to avoid possible
water valve malfunction.
6. Bend the copper tubing to meet the water line inlet, which is
located on the back of the refrigerator cabinet as shown. Leave
a coil of copper tubing to allow the refrigerator to be pulled
out of the cabinet or away from the wall for service.
A. Compression sleeve
B. Compression nut
C. Copper tubing
D. Household supply line
A. Compression sleeve
B. Compression nut
C. Copper tubing
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