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If your refrigerator has an ice maker, make sure you leave

some extra space at the back for the water line connections.

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If you are installing your refrigerator next to a fixed wall, leave

2 in. (5.08 cm) minimum on the hinge side (depending on your

model) to allow for the door to swing open.

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Level the refrigerator (See "Door Closing and Alignment").

NOTE: Do not install the refrigerator near an oven, radiator, or

other heat source, nor in a location where the temperature will fall

below 40 ° F (5 ° C).

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in

death, fire, or electrical shock.

Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is

important to make sure you have the proper electrical

connection:

Recommended

grounding

method

A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused, grounded

electrical supply is required. It is recommended

that a separate

circuit serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an outlet

that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an extension

cord.

NOTE: Before performing any type of installation, cleaning, or

removing a light bulb, turn the control, (Thermostat,

Refrigerator

or Freezer Control depending on the model) to OFF and then

disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source. When you

are finished, reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source

and reset the control (Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control

depending on the model) to the desired setting.

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Read all directions

carefully before you begin.

IMPORTANT:

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If operating the refrigerator before installing the water

connection, turn ice maker to the OFF position to prevent

operation without water.

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All installations must be in accordance

with local plumbing

code requirements.

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Use copper tubing and check for leaks.

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Install copper tubing only in areas where temperatures

will

remain above freezing.

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It may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to begin

producing ice.

Tools required:

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Standard screwdriver

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7_6in. and 1/2in. open-end wrenches or two adjustable

wrenches

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¼in. nut driver

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¼in. drill bit

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Hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded)

NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a

1/4in. (6.35 mm) saddle-type

shut-off 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 3/16in. (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow

and clogs more easily.

Cold Water Supply

The ice maker water valve contains a flow washer which is used

as a water pressure regulator. The ice maker needs to be

connected to a cold water line with water pressure between 30

and 120 psi. If a problem occurs, 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. Find a 1/2in. (1.27 ram) to 11/4in. (3.18 cm) vertical COLD

water pipe near the refrigerator.

NOTE: Horizontal pipe will work, but the following procedure

must be followed: Drill on the top side of the pipe, not the

bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill. This

also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

To determine the length of copper tubing you will need,

measure from connection on lower left rear of refrigerator to

water pipe. Add 7 feet (2.1 m) to allow for moving refrigerator

for cleaning. Use 1/4in. (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter)

copper tubing. Be sure both ends of copper tubing are cut

square.