LG LFX25974 Series User manual

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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
3
4
PRODUCT FEATURES
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
7 COMPONENTS
7
8
S
9
Refrigerator Exterior
Refrigerator Interior
- Key Parts and Components
- Special Features
INSTALLATION
10
10 Specifications
11 Unpacking Your Refrigerator
11 Choosing the Proper Location
11 - Flooring
11 - Ambient Temperature
11 - Measuring the Clearances
12 Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator
Door Handles
12 Removing/Assembling the Freezer Drawer Handle
13 Removing/Assembling the Doors and Drawers
13 - Removing the Left Refrigerator Door
14 - Removing the Right Refrigerator Door
14 - Assembling the Right Refrigerator Door
15 - Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door
16 - Removing the Freezer Drawers
17 - Assembling the Freezer Drawers
18 Connecting the Water Line
18 - Before You Begin
18 - Water Pressure
18 - What You Wilt Need
19 -Water Line Installation instructions
20 Turning On the Power
21 Leveling and Door Alignment
22 HOW TOUSE
22 Before Use
22 Control Panel
22 - Control Panel Features
25 In-Door Ice Bin
25 - Detaching the In-Door Ice Bin
25 - Assembling the In-Door Ice Bin
26 Automatic Icemaker
26 - Turning the Automatic Icemaker On or Off
27 - When You Should Turn the Icemaker Off
27 - Normal Sounds You May Hear
27 - Preparing for Vacation
2S Ice and Water Dispenser
2S - Dispenser
2S - Using the Dispenser
2S - Locking the Dispenser
2S - Cleaning the Dispenser Tray
29 Storing Food
29 - Food Preservation Location
30 - Food Storage Tips
30 - Storing Frozen Food
31 Humidity Controlled Crisper and Glide'N'Serve
31 Detaching and Assembling the Storage Bins
32 Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves
33 MAINTENANCE
33 Cleaning
34 Replacing the Water Filter
36
37
SMART DIAGNOSIS
TROUBLESHOOTING
45 WARRANTY

PRODUCT FEATURES 3
PRODUCT FEATURES
* Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.
FILTERED WATER AND ICE DISPENSER
The waterdispenserdispensesfresh,chilledwater.The icedispenserdispensescubed and crushedice.
DOOR ALARM
The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent refrigerator malfunctioning that could occur if a refrigera-
tor door or freezer drawer remains open. If a refrigerator door or freezer drawer is left open for more than
60 seconds, a warning alarm sounds in 30 second intervals.
HUMIDITY CONTROLLED CRISPER
The HumidityControlledCrisperisdesignedto helpkeep yourfruitsand vegetablesfreshand crisp.You
can controltheamount ofhumidityinthe crisperby adjustingthe settingbetween Highand Low.
GLIDE'N'SERVE
Glide'N'Serve provides storage space that keeps the compartment colder than the refrigerator.
It is a convenient place to store sandwiches or meat to be cooked.
ICE PLUS
Iceproductioncan be increasedby approximately20 percentwhen thefreezersectionismaintainedat
the coldesttemperaturefora 24-hourperiod.

4iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. It alerts you to safety messages that inform you of hazards that can kill or hurt you or
others, or cause damage to the product.
All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the hazard
signal word WARNING or CAUTION. These words mean:
A WARNING You can be killed or seriously injured if you do not follow instructions.
A CAUTION Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury, or
product damage.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be
followed, including the following.
Power
NEVER unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the power cord. Always grip the plug firmly and pull it straight out from the
outlet.
Immediately repair or replace all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that
shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.
Do not use an uncertified power outlet.
Unplug the power plug immediately in the event of a blackout or thunderstorm.
Plug in the power plug with the power cord facing downward.
Installation
Contact an authorized service center when you install or relocate the refrigerator.
When moving your refrigerator away from the wall, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.
Connect this product to a dedicated grounded electric outlet conforming with the rating prior to use. It is the user's respon-
sibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.
Do not install the refrigerator where there may be a danger of falling.
Use
DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage
the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.
Do not place heavy objects on the dispenser of the refrigerator or hang onto it.
Do not place heavy or dangerous objects (bottles with liquid) on the refrigerator.
Do not put live animals inside of the refrigerator.
Do not allow children to climb into the product when it is in use.
In the event of a gas leak (propane/LPG), ventilate sufficiently and contact an authorized service center before use. Do not
touch or disassemble the electric outlet of the refrigerator.
In the event of a refrigerant leak, move flammable objects away from the refrigerator. Ventilate sufficiently and contact an
authorized service center.
Do not use or place flammable substances (chemicals, medicine, cosmetics, etc) near the refrigerator or store them inside
the refrigerator. Do not place the refrigerator in the vicinity of flammable gas.

iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS .5
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be
followed, including the following.
, Do not use this product for special purposes (storage of medicine or test materials or for ships, etc).
, Unplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the refrigerator.
, When you replace the light bulb in the refrigerator, unplug the refrigerator or turn off the power.
, Do not modify or extend the power cord.
, Do not use a dryer to dry the interior. Do not light a candle to remove the interior odor.
, For your safety, this appliance must be properly grounded. Have the wall outlet and the circuit checked by a qualified electri-
cian to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
, Do not use an outlet that can be turned off with a switch. Do not use an extension cord. It is the user's responsibility to
replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.
, Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
, Do not use an adapter plug and plug the power plug into a multi-outlet extension cord.
, Disconnect the power cord immediately if you hear a noise, smell a strange odor or detect smoke.
, Turn the power off if water or dust penetrates into the refrigerator. Call a service agent.
, Do not disassemble or modify the refrigerator.
, Do not put hands, feet, or metal objects below or behind the refrigerator.
, Do not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands.
, In refrigerators with automatic icemakers, avoid contact with the moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heating
element that releases the cubes. Do not place fingers or hands on the automatic ice-making mechanism while the refrigera-
tor is plugged in.
- When dispensing ice from the dispenser, do not use crystal ceramics.
, Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands, when your refrigerator is in operation.
, Do not put glass containers, glass bottles or soda in the freezer.
, This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensor or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
, Do not refreeze frozen food that have thawed completely. It may result in a serious health issue.
, If you are throwing away your old refrigerator, make sure the CFC coolant is removed for proper disposal by a qualified
servicer. If you release CFC coolant, you may be fined or imprisoned in accordance with the relevant environmental law.
, Junked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even if they are sitting for only a few days. When disposing the refrigera-
tor, remove the packing materials from the door or take off the doors but leave the shelves in place so that children may not
easily climb inside.

6 iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury when using your product, basic safety precautions should be
followed, including the following.
CAUTION
Installation
, The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installer Instructions that were taped to the front of the
refrigerator.
, Be careful when you unpack and install the refrigerator. Immediately dispose of packing materials (plastic) out of reach of
children.
Use
, Close the door carefully when children are around.
, Keep fingers out of pinch point areas; clearances between the doors and cabinets are necessarily small. Be careful closing
doors when children are in the area.
, If you store food properly, beware that it may fall and cause injury.
Maintenance
, Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft fabric.
, Wipe foreign objects (dust, water, etc) off the prongs of the power plug and contact areas regularly.
SAVE THESE INSTUCTIONS

COMPONENTS 7
COMPONENTS
Use this page to become more familiar with the parts and features of your refrigerator. Page references are included for your
convenience.
*The appearance and specifications of the actual product may differ depending on the model.
Refrigerator Exterior
LED Display
Displays the refrigerator and freezer
temperature, the water filter condition
and the dispenser status,
Ice Plus
When this feature is activated, the
freezer section witl run at the coldest
temperature for a 24-hour period to
increase ice production.
Door Alarm
A warning alarm sounds at 30-
second intervals when the refrigerator
or freezer door is left open for more
than 60 seconds.
Filtered Water and
Ice Dispenser
Dispenses fresh, chilled, filtered
water through the door. The
ice dispenser offers cubed or
crushed ice.

8 COMPONENTS
Refrigerator Inferior
Key Parrs and Componenfs
LED Interior Lamps
The interior lamps light
up the inside of the
refrigerator.
Fixed Door Bins
Can Storage Bin
Used to preserve
chilled food or drinks.
Dairy Product Bin
IIi_ efrigerator Shelves
The shelves in your re-
frigerator are adjustable
to meet your individual
storage needs.
Modular Door Bins
Pullout Drawer
Durabase Divider 1Durabase

Special Features
Water Filter _1
SpacePlus Ice System
Automatically produces
80-130 ice cubes in a
24-hour period.
Mullion
Folds in when the
left door is opened,
Auto Closing Hinge
The refrigerator doors
and freezer drawers close
automatically when you
push them slightly.
(The door only closes
automatically when it is
open at an angle of less
than 30°.)
I
COMPONENTS 9
_ mart Diagnosis Speaker
Hold your phone to this speaker when
activating Smart Diagnosis. Refer to
the Smart Diagnosis section for more
details.
Crispers
Controls humidity and
helps vegetables and
fruit to stay crisp.
Glide'N'Serve
Allows you to store
food items at a different
temperature than the regular
refrigerator area.

10 iNSTALLATiON
INSTALLATION
Specificafions
The appearance and specifications listed in this manual may vary due to constant product improvements.
Bottom-freezer refrigerator model LFX25974
Description French door refrigerator
Electrical requirements t t 5 VAC @ 60 Hz
Min. /Max. Water pressure 20 -125 PSI (1.4 - 8.4 kgf/cm 2)
Dimensions 35 3/4" (W) X 34 1/4" (D) X 69 3/4" (H), 46 1/2" (D w/door open)
908 mm (W) X 869.95 mm (D) X 1 771.65 (H), 1 t8I .1 mm (D w/door open)
Net weight 309 lb. (140kg)
Refrigerator storage capacity t 7.56 cu. ft.
Freezer storage capacity 7.14 cu. ft.

iNSTALLATiON 11
Unpacking Your Refrigerat'or
WARNING -,
Use two or more people to move and install the
refrigerator. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrig-
erator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect
the floor. Always pull the refrigerator straight out
when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrig-
erator when trying to move it, as floor damage
could occur.
* Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from the refrigerator. Failure to do
so can result in fire, explosion, or death.
,J
Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigera-
tor before using. Do not remove any warning-type labels,
the model and serial number label, or the Tech Sheet that is
located under the front of the refrigerator, behind the base
grille.
To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly
with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be easily re-
moved by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the
adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of your refrigerator.
Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position.
Please reinstall shelves according to your individual storage
needs.
WARNING "/
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not install the [
refrigerator in awet or damp area.
Flooring
To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be leveled and
installed on a solidly constructed floor. If required, adjust the
leveling legs to compensate for unevenness of the floor. The
front should be slightly higher than the rear to aid in door
closing. Leveling legs can be turned easily by tipping the cabi-
net slightly. Turn the leveling legs to the left to raise the unit
or to the right to lower it. (See Leveling and door Alignment.)
NOTE
'" Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, a platform od
weakly supported structure is not recommended. J
Ambieni" Temperai'ure
Install this appliance in an area where the temperature is
between 55°F (13°C) and 110°F (43°C). If the temperature
around the appliance is too low or high, cooling ability may
be adversely affected.
Measuring fhe Clearances
Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in
lowered freezing capability and increased electricity con-
sumption charges. Allow at least 24 inches (61 cm) in front
of the refrigerator to open the doors and at least 2 inches
(5.08 cm) between the back of the refrigerator and the wall.
Choosing fhe Proper Locafion
Select a place where a water supply can be easily con-
nected for the automatic icemaker.
r NOTE
The water pressure must be between 20 and 125 psi
on models without a water filter and between 40 and
125 psi on models with a water filter.
k
The refrigerator should always be plugged into its own
individual properly grounded electrical outlet rated for
115 Volts, 60 Hz, AC only, and fused at 15 or 20 am-
peres. This provides the best performance and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could
cause a fire hazard from overheated wires. It is recom-
mended that a separate circuit serving only this appli-
ance be provided.
[
2" (5.08 cm)

12 iNSTALLATiON
Removing/Assembling fhe
Refrigerafor Door Handles
¢--@ NOTE -]
/ Removing the doors is always recommended when it I
is necessary to move the refrigerator through a nar-
J row opening. If it is necessary to remove the handles, I
Removing fhe Handles
1
2
Loosen the set screws with a 3/3_in. Allen wrench and
remove the handle.
Loosen the mounting fasteners that connect to the
refrigerator door and handle using a _/4in. Allen wrench,
remove the mounting fasteners.
Mounting
SetS Fastener_ I _ )
Allen" I l:l J
Wrench
Assembling 1"he Handles
2
Assemble the mounting fasteners at both ends of the
handle using a _/4in. Allen wrench.
Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle foot-
prints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set
screws with a 3/32in. Allen wrench.
Removing/Assembling fhe
Freezer Drawer Handle
Removing 1"he Handles
Loosen the set screws located on the lower side of the
handle with a 1/8in. Allen wrench and remove the handle.
Loosen the mounting fasteners that connect to the
freezer drawer and handle using a 1/4in. Allen wrench,
and remove the mounting fasteners.
Assembling 1"he Handles
2
Assemble the mounting fasteners at both ends of the
handle using a _/4in. Allen wrench.
Place the handle on the door by fitting the handle foot-
prints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set
screws with a 1/8in. Allen wrench.
Mounting
Fasteners \

iNSTALLATiON 13
Removing/Assembling fhe Doors
and Drawers
Removing the doors is always recommended when it is nec-
essary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening.
WARNING
If your entrance door is too narrow for the refrigera-
tor to pass through, remove the refrigerator doors and
move the refrigerator sideways through the doorway.
• Use two or more people to remove and install the
refrigerator doors. Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
Disconnect the electrical supply to the refrigerator
before installing. Failure to do so could result in serious
injury or death.
• Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the air
vents, base grille, or bottom of the refrigerator. You
may be injured or receive an electrical shock.
Be careful when handling the hinge, base grille and
stopper. It may result in injury.
• Remove food and bins from the doors and drawers
before detaching.
Removing fhe Left" Refrigerafor Door
The water supply is connected to the upper right part
of the rear surface of the refrigerator. Remove the ring
in the joint area. Hold the water supply connection and
gently push the Collet to detach the water supply line as
shown in D and _.
(2) _1)
(3)
(7)X (8)
2Open the left door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).
Lift up the cover (2).
3 Remove the cover.
4 Pull out the tube (3).
5 Disconnect all wire harnesses (4).
6 Remove the grounding screw (5).
7 Rotate the hinge lever (6) counterclockwise. Lift the top
hinge (7) free of the hinge lever latch (8).
8 Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the
door.
9 Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching sur-
face.
_--/_CAUTION
When liftingthe hingefreeofthe latch,be carefulthat
the door does not fall forward.
NOTE
Detachment of the water supply line is applicable only
when detaching the left refrigerator door.

14 iNSTALLATiON
Removing fhe Righf Refrigerafor Door
j(2)
z(4) (5)
Assembling fhe Righf Refrigerafor Door
Install the right-side door first.
2
3
4
Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw (1).
Lift up the cover (2).
Remove the cover.
Rotate the hinge lever (3) clockwise. Lift the top hinge (4)
free of the hinge lever latch (5).
Lift the door from the middle hinge pin and remove the
door.
Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching
surface.
"L_ CAUTION
When liftingthe hingefreeofthe latch,be carefulthat
the door does not fall forward. 2
3
4
Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin. Make sure that
the plastic sleeve is inserted into the bottom of the door.
(1)_
_(4)
j(2)
Fit the top hinge (4) over the hinge lever latch (5) and into
place.
Rotate the lever (3) counterclockwise to secure the hinge.
Hook the tabs on the right side of the hinge cover (2)
under the edge of the top hinge (4) and position the cover
in place.
5 Insert and tighten the cover screw (1).

iNSTALLATiON 15
Assembling the Left Refrigerator Door
Install the left refrigerator door after the right door is installed.
r
Lower the door onto the middle hinge pin.
(2) _(1)
9 Insert the water supply tube at least 5/8 in.
(15 ram) into the connector.
10 Hook the tab on the door switch side of the cover under
the edge of the wire opening in the cabinet top.
11 Position the cover into place. Insert and tighten the cover
screw.
3
4
(3)
/
J
(7)_ (8)
Fit the top hinge (7) over the hinge lever latch (8) and into
place.
Rotate the lever (6) clockwise to secure the hinge.
Install the grounding screws (5) and connect the two wire
harnesses (4).
Push the water tube (3) located at the top of the left door
into the hole beside the left hinge on the top of the cabi-
net until it exits through the back.
Insert the water supply tube (3) into the connector until
you see only one scale mark. Fully insert the tub cover
(15 ram).
Hook the tabs on the left side of the hinge cover (I) under
the edge of the top hinge (7) and position the cover in
place.
8 Insert and tighten the cover screw (1).
NOTE
Coliet
Tube
Insert Line
Clip
1) Gently press the Collet and insert the tube until
only one line shows on the tube.
(Correct)
(Incorrect)
2) Pull the tube to make sure that the tube is tightly
fastened and then insert the clip.

16 iNSTALLATiON
Removing 1"he Freezer Drawers
The top, middle and bottom drawers are all removed in the
same way. In the following figures, the Pullout Drawer
located above the freezer drawer is not shown for clarity.
CAUTION
*Use two ormore peopleto remove and installthe
freezerdrawer.Failuretodo so can resultinback
orotherinjury.
*Do notholdthe handlewhen removing or replac-
ingthedrawer.The handlemay come offand it
couldcause personalinjury.
*Be carefulof sharphingeson bothsidesofthe
drawer.
*When you lay the drawer down, be careful not to
damage the floor.
*Do not sit or stand on the freezer drawer.
*To prevent accidents, keep children and pets away
from the drawer. Do not leave the drawer open.
Pull the drawer open to full extension. Remove the lower
basket by lifting basket from rail system.
Press in the tabs on the rail covers and lift them up to
separate from the rail assembly.
_ _Lr_
Remove the rail screw (_) on both the left and right rails.
With both hands, grasp the sides of the door and pull it up
to separate it from the rails.
....z_CAUTION
When you remove the drawer, do not hold the
handle. The handle may come off and it could cause
personal injury.
With both hands, hold each rail and push it in to allow both
rails to slide in simultaneously.

iNSTALLATiON 1-/
Assembling fhe Freezer Drawer
With both hands, pull out each rail simultaneously until
both rails are fully extended.
Hook the door support Q into the rail tabs@ on both
sides.
Lower door into final position and tighten the screws (_).
Make sure you have the correct rail cover for each side.
Align the tabs on the covers with the assembly holes on
each rail, and snap the rail covers in place to secure.
Assembly
With the drawer pulled out to full extension, insert the
lower basket (_ in the rail assembly.
_-_WARNING
If the Durabase divider is removed, there is enough
open space for children or pets to crawl inside.
To prevent accidental child and pet entrapment or
suffocation risk, DO NOT allow them to touch or go
near the freezer drawer.
DO NOT step or sit down on freezer drawer.

18 iNSTALLATiON
Connecting the Wafer Line
Before You Begin
This water line installation is not covered by the refrigerator war-
ranty. Follow these instructions carefully to minimize the risk of
expensive water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house plumbing
can cause damage to refrigerator parts and can lead to water
leakage or flooding. Call aqualified plumber to correct water
hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigera-
tor.
rz_ CAUTION
To prevent burns and product damange, only con-
nect the refrigerator water line to a cold water
supply.
.,J
if you use your refrigerator before connecting the
water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is
in the OFF (0) position.
_-Z_ CAUTION
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where "/
\
Water Pressure
A cold water supply. The water pressure must be between 20
and 125 psi on models without awater filter and between 40
and 125 psi on models with a water filter.
Ifa reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to
your cold water supply, this water line installation is not covered
by the refrigerator warranty. Follow the following instructions
carefully to minimize the risk of expensive water damage.
Ifa reverse osmosis water filtration system is connected to your
cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis
system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (2.8 kgf/cm2_ 4.2
kgf/cm 2,less than 2.0_3.0 sec. to fill a cup of 7 oz capacity).
-Z_ CAUTION -,
Wear eye protectionduringinstallationtoprevent
injury.
#
If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is
less than 21 psi or 1.5 kgf/cm 2(takes more than 4.0 sec to
fill a cup of 7 oz capacity):
Check to see if the sediment filter in the reverse osmo-
sis system is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.
Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to
refill after heavy usage.
If the issue concerning water pressure from reverse
osmosis remains, call a licensed, qualified plumber.
All installations must be in accordance with local plumb-
ing code requirements.
What You Will Need
o
o
o
Copper Tubing, 1Ain. outer diameter, to connect the
refrigerator to the water supply. Be sure both ends of the
tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you /_"
need: measure the distance from the
water valve on the back of the refrig-
erator to the water supply pipe. Then, add 8 feet (2.4 m).
Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet [2.4 m]
coiled into 3 turns of about 10 in. [25 cm] diameter) to al-
low the refrigerator to move out from the wall after instal-
lation.
Power drill.
I/2in. or adjustable wrench.
Flat blade and Phillips head
screwdrivers.
Two 14in. outer diameter _- _ _____
compression nuts and 2 ferrules
(sleeves) to connect the copper
tubing to the shutoff valve and
the refrigerator water valve.
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 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 di-
ameter 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 asaddle-
type valve complies with your
local plumbing codes.
,,-_ NOTE
A self piercing saddle type water valve should not be ]
,.used 1/

iNSTALLATiON 19
Water Line Installation Instructions
_-z_WARNING
When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sure the device is bat-
tery 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 drink-
ing water line.
1 SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the
line.
2CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
to connect into a horizontal water pipe,
make the connection to the top or side,
rather than at the bottom, to avoid draw-
ing off any sediment from the water pipe.
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
DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VA LVE
Drill a X 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
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 only copper tubing NDA
tubing #49595 or 49599 or Cross Link Polyethylene
(PEX) tubing.
4 FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the
pipe clamp.
i _ 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
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.
Washer
Pipe Clamp --
Clamp Screw
rE
p
Inlet End
6ROUTE THE TUBING
Route the tubing between the cold water line and the
refrigerator.
Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall or floor
(behind the refrigerator or adjacent base cabinet) as close
to the wall as possible.
_ NOTE
Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing (about 8 feet
coiled into 3 turns of about 10 in. diameter) to allow
the refrigerator to move out from the wall after instal-
lation.
7CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE VALVE
Place the compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) for copper
tubing onto the end of the tubing and connect it to the
shutoff valve. Make sure the tubing is fully inserted into
the valve. Tighten the compression nut securely.
Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve Vertical Cold
Water Pipe
Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve
Packing__
Nut
Outlet
Valve
Compression Nut
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_Ferrule (sleeve)

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8FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water supply on and
flush out the tubing until the water
is clear.
Shut the water off at the water valve
after about one quart of water has
been flushed through the tubing.
10 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten any connections that leak.
9 CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE REFRIGERATOR
NOTE: Before making the connection to the
refrigerator, be sure that the refrigerator power
cord is not plugged into the wall outlet.
end of the tubing as shown.
c. Insert the end of the copper tubing into the con-
nection as far as possible. While holding the tubing,
tighten the fitting.
_ Z_ CAUTION -,
Check to see if leaks occur at the water line /
connections.
11 PLUG IN 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.
12 START THE ICEMAKER
Set the icemaker power switch to the ON position.
The icemaker will not begin to operate until it reaches
its operating temperature of 15°F (-9°C) or below. It
will then begin operation automatically if the icemaker
power switch is in the ON (I) position.
Ferrule
(sleeve)
.Refrigerator
Connection Turning On The Power
1 Plug in the refrigerator.
_-Z_ 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.
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