INSTALLATION 11 INSTALLATION Installation Overview Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location. a Unpacking the Refrigerator b Choosing the Proper Location c Disassembling/Assembling d Connecting the Water Line e Leveling and Door Alignment WARNING • Connect to potable water supply only.
12 INSTALLATION Unpacking the Refrigerator WARNING • Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back injury or other injury. • The refrigerator is heavy. Protect the floor when moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator when trying to move it, as floor damage could occur. • Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the refrigerator.
INSTALLATION 13 Dimensions and Clearances • Check the dimensions of the appliance and the installation path to ensure there is sufficient room to move the refrigerator through doors or narrow openings. • The installation location chosen for the refrigerator should allow space behind the unit for connections and airflow and space in front to open the doors and drawers. • Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity consumption charges.
14 INSTALLATION Removing/Assembling the Handles fasteners and tightening the set screws b with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench. When moving the refrigerator through a narrow opening, removing the doors is preferred. The appearance of the handles may vary from what is shown. WARNING • When assembling or disassembling the refrigerator handles, grasp the handle firmly to avoid dropping it. • Do not swing the handle into nearby people or animals.
INSTALLATION 15 Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers Rotate the hinge lever e counterclockwise. Lift the top hinge f free of the hinge lever latch g. CAUTION • When lifting the hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forward. WARNING • Use two or more people to remove and install the refrigerator doors and freezer drawer. • Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator before installing. • Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the air vents or bottom of the refrigerator.
16 INSTALLATION 2 Rotate the hinge lever c clockwise. Lift the top hinge d free of the hinge lever latch e. CAUTION 1 Pull the drawer open to full extension. 2 Gently lift and pull out the ice bin. 3 Lift the front of the drawer up, then pull it straight out. 4 Remove the Durabase basket from the rails. Remove the screws from the rails at both ends. • When lifting the hinge, be careful that the door does not fall forward. 3 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the door.
INSTALLATION 17 5 Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to remove it from the rails. 2 6 CAUTION • Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the drawer. The handle may come off, causing personal injury. Hold both rails and push them in simultaneously. 3 Lower the door into its final position and insert the screws in the rails on both sides. 4 Insert the drawer into the frame, and push the drawer back until it clicks into place.
18 INSTALLATION 5 Replace the ice bin in the drawer. Insert the Durabase basket in the rail assembly. Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door CAUTION • Install the right-side door first. 1 CAUTION • Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed. 1 Make sure that the plastic sleeve is inserted in the bottom of the door. Install the refrigerator door onto the middle hinge. 2 Align the door with the cabinet.
INSTALLATION 19 Water Pressure You will need a cold water supply. 5 Replace the hinge cover f. Insert and tighten the cover screws g. models with water filter 20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa) where reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to a cold water supply 40 - 60 psi minimum to reverse osmosis system (2.8 kgf/cm2 - 4.2 kgf/ cm2, or less than 2 - 3 seconds to fill a cup of 7 oz capacity) If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is less than 20 psi or 138 kPa or 1.
20 INSTALLATION tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve. • If your existing copper water line has a flared fitting at the end, purchase an adapter (available at plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the refrigerator OR cut off the flared 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.
INSTALLATION 21 7 Connect the tubing to the valve. a Pipe Clamp b Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve c Vertical Cold Water Pipe 5 Tighten the pipe clamp. • Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell. a Saddle-Type Shutoff Valve b Compression Nut NOTE c Packing Nut • Do not over tighten clamp or you may crush the tubing. d Outlet Valve e Ferrule (sleeve) 8 Flush out the tubing. • Turn the main water supply on and flush out the tubing until the water is clear.
22 INSTALLATION NOTE • Insert the end of the copper tubing into the connection as far as possible. While holding the tubing, tighten the fitting. 1 Turn the leveling leg to the left to raise that side of the refrigerator or to the right to lower it. It may take several turns of the leveling leg to adjust the tilt of the refrigerator. NOTE • A flare nut wrench works best, but an open-end wrench will suffice. Do not over-tighten. a Tubing Clamp b ¼ in. Tubing c ¼ in.
INSTALLATION 23 Turning on the Power CAUTION • Connect to a rated power outlet. • Have a certified electrician check the wall outlet and wiring for proper grounding. • Do not damage or cut off the ground terminal of the power plug. Position the Refrigerator • Arrange the coil of tubing so that it does not vibrate against the back of the refrigerator or against the wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall.
