Installation Guide

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10 INSTALLATION

ENGLISH

INSTALLATION

Installation Overview

Please read the following installation instr fter purchasing this product or transporting it

to another location.

2 Choosing the proper

location

3 Disassembling/Assembling

4 Connecting the water

supply and water line

5 Leveling and Door

Alignment

Speciﬁcations

Side by Side refrigerator model

Description Side by Side refrigerator

Electrical requirements

Min. / Max. Water pressure

20 - 120 psi (138 - 827 kPa) on models without w

40 - 1

Dimensions

35.9 " (W) X 35.9 " (D) X 70.3 " (H), 50.6 " (D w/ door open)

912 mm (W) X 912 mm (D) X 1785 mm (H), 1286 mm (D

w/ door open)

Net weight

1 Unpacking your

refrigerator

Connect to potable water

supply only.

WARNING

DID Model: 303.6 lb (138 kg)

Basic Model Vertical: 277.8 lb (126 kg)

Basic Model Horizontal: 264.3 lb (120 kg)

The appearance and sp

constant product improvements.

115 V ~ 60 Hz and fused at 15 A

127 V ~ 60 Hz and fused at 15 A

220 V~ 50/60 Hz and fused at 10 A

(Refer to rating label inside refrigerator compartment).

Summary of content (10 pages)

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0 INSTALLATION ENGLISH INSTALLATION Installation Overview Please read the following installation instr to another location. 1 Unpacking your refrigerator fter purchasing this product or transporting it 2 Choosing the proper location 3 Disassembling/Assembling WARNING 4 Connecting the water supply and water line 5 Leveling and Door Alignment Connect to potable water supply only. Specifications The appearance and sp constant product improvements.
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INSTALLATION Unpacking Your Refrigerator 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 refrigerator for cleaning or service, be sure to protect the r. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator when trying to move it, as damage could occur. Keep materials and vapors, such as gasoline, away from the refrigerator.
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12 INSTALLATION Ambient Temperature ENGLISH 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 the Clearances Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity consumption charges. Allow at least 24 inches (61 cm) in front of the refrigerator to open the doors, and at least 2 inches (5.
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INSTALLATION 13 Removing/Assembling the Refrigerator Doors Removing the Left (Freezer) Door with Water Line Connection When it is necessary to move the refrigerator through a narrow opening, removing the doors is the recommended procedure. 1. Loosen the hinge cover screws and remove the hinge cover. Disconnect all wire harnesses. hinge cover WARNING Before removing freezer door, disconnect water line connectors (one white tube, one blue tube).
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14 INSTALLATION ENGLISH upper hinge hinge lever Reinstalling the Left (Freezer) Door 1. Feed the water tubes through the lower hinge pin and place the door onto the lower hinge pin. Water hoses should be behind the leg to prevent damage. 3. Rotate the hinge lever clockwise (1). Lift the upper hinge free of the hinge lever latch (2). CAUTION When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward. 4. Lift the door from the lower hinge pin. 2.
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INSTALLATION Connecting the Water Line This water line installation is not covered by the refrigerator warranty. 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 a qualified plumber to correct water hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator.
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16 INSTALLATION ENGLISH y 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. y 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.
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INSTALLATION Water Line Installation Instructions FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. 5 TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP 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.
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18 7 INSTALLATION ENGLISH CONNECT 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 10 TURN THE WATER ON AT THE SHUTOFF VALVE Tighten any connections that leak.
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INSTALLATION Leveling Your refrigerator has two front leveling legs— one on the right and one on the left. Adjust the legs to alter the tilt from front-to-back or side-toside. If your refrigerator seems unsteady, or you want the doors to close more easily, adjust the refrigerator’s tilt using the instructions below: NOTE: Tools Required: 11/16” (18mm) wrench ewdriver. 1 Turn the leveling leg counterclockwise to raise that side of the refrigerator or clockwise to lower it.