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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Install the
valve on the nearest frequently used
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sure the device is battery
powered, double insulated or grounded in a manner that
will prevent the hazard of electric shock.
drinking water line.
1. SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the
line.
2. CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location for the valve that is
easily accessible. It is best to connect
into the side of a vertical water pipe.
When it is necessary to connect into
a horizontal water pipe, make the
connection to the top or side, rather
from the water pipe.
3. DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill a ¼ in. hole in the water
pipe using a sharp bit. Remove
any burrs resulting from drilling
the hole in the pipe. Be careful
not to allow water to drain into
the drill. Failure to drill a ¼ in.
hole may result in reduced ice
production or smaller cubes.
NOTE: The hookup line cannot be white, plastic
tubing. Licensed plumbers must use only copper
tubing NDA tubing #49595 or 49599 or Cross Link
4. FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
the pipe clamp.
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are
illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed plumber.
5. TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten clamp or you may crush the
tubing.
6. ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water line and the
refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or
as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE:
allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after
installation.
7. CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE
copper tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect
inserted into the valve. Tighten the compression nut
securely.
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves are
illegal and their use is not permitted in
Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed plumber.
Pipe Clamp
Saddle-Type
Vertical Cold
Water Pipe
Pipe Clamp
Clamp Screw
Washer
Inlet End
Saddle-Type
Packing Nut
Outlet Valve
Compression Nut
CONNECTING THE WATER LINE
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