24 INSTALLATION
• If your existing copper water line has a
flared fitting at the end, you will need
an adapter (available at plumbing supply
stores) to connect the water line to the
refrigerator OR you
can cut off the flared _..,_--//t/--_X_
fitting with a tube
cutter and then use a
compression fitting.
Shutoff valve to connect to the cold
water line. The shutoff valve should
have a water inlet with a minimum
inside diameter of 5/32 in. at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE.
Saddle-type shutoff valves are included
in many water
supply kits. Before
purchasing, make
sure a saddle-type
valve complies with
your local plumbing codes.
• ('-W-'_ NOTE
A self piercing saddle type water valve /
Water Line Installation Instructions
FZ_ WARNING
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.
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest
frequently used 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 than at the bottom, to avoid
drawing off any sediment from the water
pipe.
3 DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill a X in. hole in
the water pipe using (_'_n
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 X in.
hole may result in reduced ice production
or smaller cubes.
,.__) NOTE ..................................
The hookup line cannot be white, plastic /
tubing. Licensed plumbers must use I
only copper tubing (NDA tubing #49595 I
or #49599) or Cross Link Polyethylene I
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