INSTALLATION 13 INSTALLATION Please read the following installation instructions first after purchasing this product or transporting it to another location. Unpacking the Refrigerator Connecting the Water Line CAUTION ••Connect to potable water supply only. ••Fill with potable water only.
14 INSTALLATION Unpacking the Refrigerator WARNING Choosing the Proper Location Water ••Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back injury or other injury. Water supply must be easily connected for the automatic icemaker. ••The refrigerator is heavy. Protect the floor when moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it.
INSTALLATION 15 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.
16 INSTALLATION Removing/Assembling Handles ••When moving the refrigerator through a narrow opening, removing the doors is preferred. ••The appearance of the handles may vary from what is shown. Removing the Refrigerator Handles 1 Loosen the set screws (1) with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench and remove the handle. 2 Loosen the mounting fasteners (2) that connect to the refrigerator door and handle using a 1/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.
INSTALLATION 17 Removing the Freezer Drawer Handle Loosen the set screws (1) located on the lower side of the handle with a 1/8 in. Allen wrench and remove the handle. 2 Loosen the mounting fasteners (2) with a 1/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners. If the entrance door is too narrow for the refrigerator to pass through, remove the refrigerator doors and move the refrigerator sideways through the doorway.
18 INSTALLATION 2 3 Disconnect all the wire harnesses (1). Unscrew the ground wire (2). Removing the Right Refrigerator Door 1 Remove the top hinge cover screw (1). Lift the hook (not visible), located at the bottom of the front side of the cover (2), with a flat-head screwdriver. 2 Disconnect all the wire harnesses (1). Unscrew the ground wire (2). Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise. Lift the top hinge free of the hinge lever latch.
INSTALLATION 19 4 Lift the right refrigerator door (1) until it is free of the middle hinge assembly (2). 3 Connect all the wire harnesses (1). Screw in the ground wire (2). ENGLISH CAUTION ••Place the door, inside facing up, on a nonscratching surface. NOTE ••The ground wire is only present on some models. ••The number of wire harnesses may vary depending on the model. Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door 4 Install the right-side door first.
20 INSTALLATION 2 Fit the hinge over the hinge lever latch and slot it into place. Rotate the hinge lever clockwise to secure the hinge. Removing the Freezer Drawers For models with two freezer drawers, remove both drawers in the same way. Hinge Lever Latch Hinge Lever 3 Connect all the wire harnesses (1). Screw in the ground wire (2).
INSTALLATION 21 3 Lift the front of the drawer up, then pull it straight out. 6 Hold both rails and push them in simultaneously. ENGLISH 4 Remove the Durabase basket from the rails. Remove the screws from the rails at both ends. 5 Grip both sides of the drawer and pull it up to remove it from the rails. Assembling the Freezer Drawers 1 Pull out both rails simultaneously, until they are fully extended.
22 INSTALLATION 3 Lower the door into its final position and tighten the screws located on both sides. Connecting the Water Line Before Beginning This water line installation is not covered by the refrigerator warranty. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage. If necessary, call a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.
INSTALLATION 23 If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is less than 20 psi or 138 kPa or 1.4 kgf/ cm2 (takes more than 4 seconds to fill a cup of 7 oz or 198 cc capacity): ••Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage. ••If the water pressure remains low, call a licensed, qualified plumber. ••All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements. NOTE ••A self-piercing saddle type water valve should not be used.
24 INSTALLATION 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 Polyethylene (PEX) tubing.
INSTALLATION 25 9 Connect the tubing to the refrigerator. ••Remove the plastic flexible cap from the water valve. ••Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end of the tubing as shown. Leveling The refrigerator has two front leveling legs. Adjust the legs to alter the tilt from front-to-back or side-to side.
26 INSTALLATION Door Alignment Standard Door Both the left and right refrigerator doors have an adjustable nut, located on the bottom hinge, to raise and lower them to align properly. If the space between the doors is uneven, follow the instructions below to align the doors evenly: Use the wrench (included with the owner's manual) to turn the nut in the door hinge to adjust the height. Turn the nut to the right to raise the door or to the left to lower it.
INSTALLATION 27 Turning on the Power CAUTION ••Connect to a rated power outlet. ••If necessary, have a qualified 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 toward the wall.
