Amana ASI2575GRB, ASI2575GRW, ASI2175GRW, ASI2175GRB Use & Care Guide
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AND OWNER’S MANUAL
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION
ET MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE
Side by Side Refrigerator
Do Not Throw Away - Additional important safety information included.
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Réfrigérateur côte à côte
Ne pas jeter – consignes de sécurité importantes additionnelles incluses.
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Table of Contents / Table des matières
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY .............................................................. 2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................3
Unpack the Refrigerator ...............................................................3
Door Removal, Leveling, and Alignment .....................................4
Handle Installation and Removal .................................................6
Location Requirements ................................................................6
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................7
Water Supply Requirements ........................................................7
Connect Water Supply .................................................................8
Water Filtration System ..............................................................10
REFRIGERATOR CARE ...............................................................11
Cleaning .....................................................................................11
Lights ..........................................................................................12
Vacation and Moving Care .........................................................12
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................13
PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET ................................................... 18
SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR...............................................19
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION ............................................. 20
Déballage du réfrigérateur..........................................................20
Retrait, ajustement de l’aplomb et alignement des portes .......21
Installation et retrait des poignées .............................................23
Exigences d’emplacement .........................................................24
Spécications électriques ..........................................................24
Spécications de l’alimentation en eau .....................................24
Raccordement à la canalisation d’eau ......................................25
Système de ltration d’eau ........................................................27
ENTRETIEN DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR ............................................29
Nettoyage ...................................................................................29
Lampes .......................................................................................29
Précautions à prendre pour les vacances
ou le déménagement .................................................................29
DÉPANNAGE .................................................................................30
FEUILLES DE DONNÉES SUR LA PERFORMANCE ................36
W11366709A
REFRIGERATOR SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
DANGER
WARNING
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can
happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using the refrigerator,
follow basic precautions, including the following:
follow instructions.
You
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
instructions.
follow
Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
Do not remove the ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Connect only to the potable water supply.
Use non-flammable cleaner.
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as gasoline, well
away from the refrigerator.
Use two or more people to move and install the refrigerator.
Disconnect the power before installing the ice maker (on ice
maker kit-ready models only).
Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice (on some models).
Do not hit the refrigerator glass doors (on some models).
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans
with a flammable propellant in this appliance.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and
similar applications such as:
- Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments;
- Farm houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other
residential type environments;
- Bed and breakfast type environments;
- Catering and similar non-retail applications.
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Proper Disposal of
Your Old Refrigerator
WARNING
Suffocation Hazard
Remove doors from your old refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage.
IMPORTANT: Child entrapment and suffocation are not
problems of the past. Junked or abandoned refrigerators are
still dangerous—even if they will sit for “just a few days.” If
you are getting rid of your old refrigerator, please follow these
instructions to help prevent accidents.
Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer:
■ Take off the doors.
■ Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily
climb inside.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Important information to know about disposal of
refrigerants:
Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local
regulations. Refrigerants must be evacuated by a licensed,
EPA certified refrigerant technician in accordance with
established procedures.
Unpack the Refrigerator
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Remove packing materials. Do not use sharp instruments,
rubbing alcohol, ammable uids, or abrasive cleaners to
remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface
of your refrigerator. For more information, see the “Refrigerator
Safety” section.
When Moving Your Refrigerator:
Your refrigerator is heavy. When moving the refrigerator for
cleaning or service, be sure to cover the oor with
cardboard or hardboard to avoid oor damage. Always pull
the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or
“walk” the refrigerator when trying to move it, as oor
damage could occur.
Important information to know about glass shelves
and covers:
Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when
they are cold. Shelves and covers may break if exposed to
sudden temperature changes or impact, such as bumping.
Tempered glass is designed to shatter into many small,
pebble-size pieces. This is normal. Glass shelves and covers
are heavy. Use both hands when removing them to avoid
dropping.
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Door Removal, Leveling, and Alignment
(C)
(B)
(C)
(B)
(A)
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Gather the required tools and parts and read all instructions before starting installation. Save these instructions for future reference.
NOTE: Before moving your product into your home, measure the doorway of your home to see whether you need to remove the
refrigerator and freezer doors. If door removal is necessary, see the instructions below.
IMPORTANT: Before you begin, unplug refrigerator or disconnect power. Remove food, the ice storage bin (on some models), and
any adjustable door or utility bins from doors.
TOOLS NEEDED: Bubble level; at-blade screwdriver; 5/16” and 11/16” wrench; 1/4”, 3/8”, and 5/16” hex-head socket wrenches,
TORX T30† screwdriver, Phillips screwdriver tip #2 with 4” long as minimum.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before removing doors.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
Top Left Hinge
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A
Do not remove A screws
Wiring
Door Removal
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Full Refrigerator
1
Top Right Hinge
8
A
Do not remove A screws
Cabinet
Left and Right Bottom Hinge
9
B
Do not remove B screws
Leveling screws
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A. Wiring plugs
B. Wiring clip
C. Grommets
4
A. Face of fitting
A CB
Water Dispenser
Tubing
A
A
Base Grille
Freezer
door
Water filter
door
Adjustable front wheels
Water Filter Door and
Base Grille
Base grille
Refrigerator
door
Lower
Raise
Locking Nut
11
Loosen
Alignment Screw
12
Raise
Lower
11/16"
wrench
Tighten
Raise
† TORX and T30 are trademarks of Acument Intellectual Properties, LLC.
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Lower
5/16"
wrench
Remove the Doors
If your new refrigerator passes through the doorway, refer to the
“Cabinet Leveling & Door closing” section in this manual.
If your refrigerator does not t through the doorway or you are
getting rid of your old refrigerator, follow the steps below for
door removal.
WARNING
12. Lift the refrigerator door straight up off from the bottom
hinge. See graphic 7.
IMPORTANT: Rest the door on its side on a soft, clean
surface, such as a towel, blanket, or piece of cardboard.
This will help to avoid scratching or damaging the door.
If your refrigerator passes through the doorway now, then go
directly to the “Reinstalling Doors & Hinges” section located in
this manual.
If your refrigerator without doors does not pass through the
doorway, follow the instruction below:
13. Remove one or both hinges using a 5/16" nut driver tool.
See graphic 9.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove either screw B.
Reinstalling Door and Hinges
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before removing doors.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
Doors & Hinges Removal
1. Unplug your refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Fully open both doors. See graphic 1.
3. If your model has water dispensing, please open the water
lter door by pulling it toward you (A). See graphic 2.
4. Use a Phillips screwdriver tip #2 to remove the screws of the
base grille (B). See graphic 2.
5. To dislodge the base grille pull it up strongly toward you from
one side then from other side (C). See graphic 2.
6. To remove the base grille completely, pass it underneath the
refrigerator door. See graphic 3.
7. If your model has water dispensing in the door, disconnect
the water dispenser tubing located below the freezer door.
■ Press the blue outer ring against the face of tting and
pull the dispenser tubing free. See graphic 4.
NOTE: Keep the water tubing connector attached to the
tube that runs underneath the freezer. The door cannot be
removed if the connector is still attached to the tube that
runs through the door hinge.
8. If your model has water dispensing in the door, disconnect
the wiring located below the freezer door. See graphic 5.
■ Remove the wiring clip and the bracket wire using a 1/4"
hexagonal head socket wrench.
■ Disconnect the wiring plugs from the bracket wire.
9. Close the freezer door and use a TORX T30 screwdriver
to remove the top hinge completely. See graphic 6.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove either screw A. Hold the door
while hinge is being removed.
10. Lift the freezer door straight up off from the bottom hinge.
See graphic 7. The water dispenser tubing and wiring will
remain attached to the freezer door.
NOTE: This may require two people, one to lift the door and
another to feed the water tubing and wiring into the bottom
hinge pin.
IMPORTANT: Rest the door on its side on a soft, clean
surface, such as a towel, blanket, or piece of cardboard.
This will help to avoid scratching or damaging the door, water
tubing, and wiring.
11. Close the refrigerator door and use a TORX T30 screwdriver
to remove completely the top hinge. See graphic 8.
IMPORTANT: Do not remove either screw A. Hold the door
while the hinge is being removed.
1. Reinstall both bottom hinges using a 5/16" nut driver to
tighten screws. See graphic 9.
2. If your model has water dispensing in the door:
■ Lift the freezer door enough to feed the water dispenser
tubing and wiring through the bottom hinge pin. See
graphic 7.
NOTE: This may require two people, one to lift the door
and the other to feed the water tubing and wiring into the
bottom hinge pin.
■ Insert the freezer door into the bottom hinge pin.
IMPORTANT: Hold the door while hinge is being
installed.
3. Close the freezer door to align and reinstall the top hinge.
Use a TORX T30 screwdriver to tighten the screws.
See graphic 8.
IMPORTANT: Provide additional support for the door while
top hinge is being re installed. Do not depend on the door
magnets to secure the door to the cabinet.
4. If your model has water dispensing in the door, connect the
water dispenser tubing. For the connection, push the tubing
into the dispenser tubing until black mark touches the face of
tting. See graphic 4.
5. Reinstall the wiring clip & bracket wire to the cabinet using a
1/4" hexagonal head socket wrench. See graphic 5.
6. Connect the wiring plugs from the bracket wire.
See graphic 5.
7. Lift the refrigerator door enough to insert the door into the
bottom hinge pin. See graphic 7.
IMPORTANT: Hold the door while hinge is being installed.
8. Close the refrigerator door to align and reinstall the top
hinge. Use a TORX T30 screwdriver to tighten the screws.
See graphic 6.
IMPORTANT: Provide additional support for the door while
top hinge is being reinstalled. Do not depend on the door
magnets to secure the door to the cabinet.
Leveling and Door Closing
Your refrigerator has two front adjustable wheels. See graphic 1.
These are used to level the refrigerator under uneven oor
conditions or allow the doors to close more easily. Please follow
the instructions below:
1. Use a Bubble level to check levelness of oor where the
rear side of the refrigerator will rest. If the refrigerator is not
leveled, adjust or add the shim on ooring to create a leveled
oor for the rear side wheels. A leveled rear side prevents the
refrigerator cabinet from forming a twist.
2. Place the refrigerator into its nal location in the kitchen and
open both doors.
3. Fully open both doors. See graphic 1.
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4. If your model has water dispensing in the door, please open
the water lter door by pulling it toward you (A).
See graphic 2.
5. Using a Phillips screwdriver tip #2, remove the screws of the
base grille(B). See graphic 2.
6. To dislodge the base grille pull it up strongly toward you from
one side then from other side (C). See graphic 2.
7. To remove the base grille completely, pass it underneath the
refrigerator door. See graphic 3.
8. Use a 3/8" nut driver to turn the leveling screws located in
both sides of the refrigerator. See graphic 10.
9. Raise the wheels while one person pushes on the refrigerator
to lift from front side. Use the bubble level on top of the
refrigerator or on its side to level refrigerator. Check bubble
level and at the same time observe the gaps and squareness
to the adjacent cabinets, furniture or trim. If adjacent
furnishings are not level, it may not be possible to achieve
even gaps when product is level.
NOTE: Depending on uneven oor conditions, you must
turn one or both screws to the right or left several times to
raise or lower the refrigerator. Continue adjusting until all four
corners are steady without rock.
10. Close both doors and check that they close as easily as
you like. If not, turn both screws to the right to raise the
refrigerator by tilting it more to the back until the doors close
as easily as you like.
11. Check and make sure that the technician sheet is placed in
the base grille cavity before assembling the base grille into
the cabinet.
12. Reinstall the left side of the base grille rst, and then the
right side. See graphic 3. You may insert the water dispenser
tubing and wiring into base grille cavity below the left bottom
hinge.
13. Attach the base grille by pushing it into the cabinet clips. See
graphic 2.
14. Using Phillips screwdriver, reinstall the screw to x the base
grill.
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A. Shoulder screws
3. Firmly push the handle toward the door until the handle base
is ush against the door.
4. While holding the handle, push downward until the handle
rests rmly on the shoulder screw.
5. Open the refrigerator door and close the freezer door.
Repeat steps 2 through 4 to install the other handle onto
the freezer door.
To Remove the Handles:
1. While holding the handle, push upward until the handle is
released from the shoulder screw.
2. Gently pull the handle away from the door.
3. If necessary, use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the
shoulder screws from the door.
Location Requirements
Door Alignment
The refrigerator doors are designed to be slightly misaligned
vertically when the refrigerator is empty. If the doors are uneven
after food has been placed, please follow the next instructions:
1. Close both the doors.
2. Use an 11/16" open-ended wrench tool to loosen the
locking nut of refrigerator lower hinge . See graphic 11.
Accommodate the wrench tool so that it ts in the space.
3. Use a 5/16" open-ended wrench tool to turn the alignment
screw. See graphic 12. Depending on how the refrigerator
door is misaligned in relation to the freezer door, you must
turn the screw to the right to raise or to the left to lower
the refrigerator door until both doors have been aligned
vertically.
NOTE: Several turns may be required.
4. Tighten the 11/16" locking nut with the wrench tool again.
5. Reattach the base grille if it was dislodged.
Handle Installation and Removal
PARTS INCLUDED: Door handles (2)
To Install the Handles:
1. Remove the handles, which are packed inside the
refrigerator.
NOTE: To avoid scratching the nish, place the handles
on a towel or other soft surface.
2. Open the freezer door. On the refrigerator door, place the
handle on the shoulder screws.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Keep flammable materials and vapors, such as
gasoline, away from refrigerator.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
IMPORTANT: This refrigerator is designed for indoor household
use only.
To ensure proper ventilation for your refrigerator, allow for
1/2" (12.7 mm) of space on each side and at the top. Allow for
2" (50.8 mm) of space behind the refrigerator. If your refrigerator
has an ice maker, allow extra space at the back for the water
line connections. When installing your refrigerator next to a
xed wall, leave a 2" (50.8 mm) minimum space on each side
(depending on your model) to allow the doors to swing open.
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½" (12.7 mm)
2" (50.8 mm)
NOTES:
■ This refrigerator is intended for use in a location where the
temperature ranges from a minimum of 55°F (13°C) to a
maximum of 110°F (43°C). The preferred room temperature
range for optimum performance, which reduces electricity
usage and provides superior cooling, is between 60°F (15°C)
and 90°F (32°C). It is recommended that you do not install
the refrigerator near a heat source, such as an oven or
radiator.
■ Normal minimum cabinet cut-out width required for product
installation is 36" (91.44 cm). However, if the product is
placed against an extended wall and the ability to remove
the crisper pans is desired, an additional 18" (45.72 cm) of
cabinet width is required, so a total cabinet opening width of
54" (137.16 cm) is recommended.
Electrical Requirements
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
Before you move your refrigerator into its nal location, it
is important to make sure you have the proper electrical
connection.
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 or 20 A fused, grounded electrical
supply is required. It is recommended that a separate circuit
serving only your refrigerator be provided. Use an
outlet that cannot be turned off by a switch. Do not use an
extension cord.
NOTE: Before performing any type of installation or cleaning,
or removing a light bulb, disconnect the refrigerator from
the electrical source. When you are nished, reconnect the
refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control
(Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control, depending on
the model) to the desired setting.
Water Supply Requirements
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools
listed here.
TOOLS NEEDED:
■ Flat-blade screwdriver
■ 7/16" and 1/2" open-end or two adjustable wrenches
■ 1/4" nut driver
■ 1/4" drill bit
■ Cordless drill
NOTE: Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a 1/4"
(6.35 mm) saddle-type shut-off valve, a union, and copper
tubing. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve
complies with your local plumbing codes. Do not use a piercingtype or 3/16" (4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water ow
and clogs more easily.
IMPORTANT:
■ All installations must meet local plumbing code
requirements.
■ Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing
only in areas where the household temperatures will remain
above freezing.
Water Pressure
A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and
120 psi (207 and 827 kPa) is required to operate the water
dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your
water pressure, call a licensed, qualied plumber.
■ If your refrigerator has a water dispenser: After installation
is complete, use the water dispenser to check the water
pressure.
■ With the water lter removed, dispense 1 cup (237 mL)
of water. If 1 cup of water is dispensed in 8 seconds or
less, the water pressure to the refrigerator meets the
minimum requirement.
■ If it takes longer than 8 seconds to dispense 1 cup
(237 mL) of water, the water pressure to the refrigerator
is lower than recommended. See the “Troubleshooting”
section for suggestions.
Reverse Osmosis Water Supply
IMPORTANT: The pressure of the water supply coming out
of a reverse osmosis system going to the water inlet valve of
the refrigerator needs to be between 30 and 120 psi (207 and
827 kPa).
If a reverse osmosis water ltration 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 (276 to 414 kPa).
If the water pressure to the reverse osmosis system is less than
40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):
■ Check to see whether the sediment lter in the reverse
osmosis system is blocked. Replace the lter if necessary.
■ Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to rell
after heavy usage.
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■ If your refrigerator has a water lter, it may further reduce
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B
D
C
the water pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse
osmosis system. Remove the water lter. See the “Water
Filtration System” section.
If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed,
qualied plumber.
Connect Water Supply
Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT:
■ Connect to potable water supply only.
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or
of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before
or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction
may be used on disinfected waters that may contain
filterable cysts.
4. Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing to the
shut-off valve. Use 1/4" (6.35 mm) OD soft copper tubing to
connect the shut-off valve and the refrigerator.
■ Ensure that you have the proper length needed for
the job. Be sure both ends of the copper tubing are
cut square.
■ Slip compression sleeve and compression nut onto
copper tubing as shown. Insert end of tubing into outlet
end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression
nut onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not
overtighten.
B CA
■ Plumbing shall be installed in accordance with the
International Plumbing Code and any local codes and
ordinances.
■ The gray water tubing on the back of the refrigerator
(which is used to connect to the household water line)
is a plastic tube. Copper and plastic tubing connections
from the household water line to the refrigerator are
acceptable, and will help avoid off-taste or odor in your
ice or water. Check for leaks.
If plastic tubing is used instead of copper, we
recommend the following Whirlpool Part Numbers:
W10505928RP (7 ft [2.14 m] jacketed plastic),
8212547RP (5 ft [1.52 m] plastic), or
W10267701RP (25 ft [7.62 m] plastic).
■ Install tubing only in areas where temperatures will
remain above freezing.
TOOLS NEEDED:
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
■ Flat-blade screwdriver
■ 7/16" and 1/2" open-end wrenches or two adjustable
wrenches
■ 1/4" nut driver
Connect to Water Line
IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line
is connected, turn the ice maker off.
Style 1 (Recommended)
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Turn off main water supply. Turn on nearest faucet long
enough to clear line of water.
3. Use a quarter-turn shut-off valve or the equivalent, served
by a 1/2" copper household supply line.
NOTE:
a minimum 1/2" size copper household supply line is
recommended.
To allow sufcient water ow to the refrigerator,
A. Compression sleeve
B. Compression nut
C. Copper tubing
5. Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink, and
turn on main water supply to ush out tubing until water is
clear. Turn off shut-off valve on the water pipe.
NOTE: Always drain the water line before making the nal
connection to the inlet of the water valve to avoid possible
water valve malfunction.
6. Bend the copper tubing to meet the water line inlet, which
is located on the back of the refrigerator cabinet as shown.
Leave a coil of copper tubing to allow the refrigerator to be
pulled out of the cabinet or away from the wall for service.
Style 2
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Turn off main water supply. Turn on nearest faucet long
enough to clear line of water.
3. Locate a 1/2" (12.7 mm) to 1¼" (31.8 mm) vertical cold water
pipe near the refrigerator.
IMPORTANT:
■ Make sure it is a cold water pipe.
■ Horizontal pipe will work, but drill on the top side of the
pipe, not the bottom. This will help keep water away from
the drill and normal sediment from collecting in the valve.
4. Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure
from the connection on the lower rear corner of refrigerator
to the water pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use
1/4" (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be
sure both ends of copper tubing are cut square.
5. Using a cordless drill, drill a 1/4" (6.35 mm) hole in the cold
water pipe you have selected.
A
G
B
C
DEF
A. Cold water pipe
B. Pipe clamp
C. Copper tubing
D. Compression nut
A. Bulb
B. Nut
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C. Copper tubing (to refrigerator)
D. Household supply line (1/2" minimum)
E. Compression sleeve
F. Shut-off valve
G. Packing nut
6. Fasten the shut-off valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe
clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1/4" (6.35 mm)
drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under
the pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut. Tighten the pipe
clamp screws slowly and evenly so the washer makes a
watertight seal. Do not overtighten, or you could crush the
copper tubing.
7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on
the copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing
into the outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw the
compression nut onto the outlet end with adjustable wrench.
Do not overtighten.
8. Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink, and
turn on the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is
clear. Turn off the shut-off valve on the water pipe. Coil the
copper tubing.
Connect to Refrigerator
Style 1
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove and discard the short, black plastic part from the
end of the water line inlet.
3. Thread the nut onto the end of the tubing. Tighten the nut
by hand. Then tighten it with a wrench two more turns. Do
not overtighten.
NOTE: To avoid rattling, be sure the copper tubing does
not touch the cabinet’s side wall or other parts inside
the cabinet.
A
B
C
D
E
A. Tube clamp
B. Tube clamp screw
C. Copper tubing
D. Compression nut
E. Valve inlet
7. On some models, the ice maker is equipped with a built-
in water strainer. If your water conditions require a second
water strainer, install it in the 1/4" (6.35 mm) water line at
either tube connection. Obtain a water strainer from your
nearest appliance dealer.
Style 3
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove and discard the black nylon plug from the gray
water tube on the rear of the refrigerator.
3. If the gray water tube supplied with the refrigerator is not
long enough, a 1/4" x 1/4" (6.35 mm x 6.35 mm) coupling is
needed in order to connect the water tubing to an existing
household water line. Thread the provided nut onto the
coupling on the end of the copper tubing.
NOTE: Tighten the nut by hand. Then tighten it with a
wrench two more turns. Do not overtighten.
A B C
A. Household water line
B. Nut (purchased)
C. Ferrule (purchased)
D. Refrigerator water tubing
D
4. Install the water supply tube clamp around the water supply
line to reduce strain on the coupling.
5. Turn shut-off valve on.
6. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including
connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.
Style 2
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove and discard the plastic part that is attached to the
inlet of the water valve.
3. Attach the copper tube to the valve inlet using a
compression nut and sleeve as shown. Tighten the
compression nut. Do not overtighten.
4. Use the tube clamp on the back of the refrigerator to secure
the tubing to the refrigerator as shown. This will help avoid
damage to the tubing when the refrigerator is pushed back
against the wall.
5. Turn shut-off valve on.
6. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including
connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.
A B C D E F G
A. Refrigerator water tubing
B. Nut (provided)
C. Bulb
D. Coupling (purchased)
E. Ferrule (purchased)
F. Nut (purchased)
G. Household water line
4. Turn shut-off valve on.
5. Check for leaks. Tighten any nuts or connections (including
connections at the valve) that leak.
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Complete the Installation
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrical shock.
1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
2. Flush the water system. See “Water and Ice Dispensers” in
the User Instructions or User Guide.
NOTE: Allow 24 hours to produce the rst batch of ice. Allow
72 hours to completely ll the ice container.
Water Filtration System
1. Locate the water lter cover door in the base grille, and pull
open the lter door. The lter will be released and then be
ejected as the door is opened.
2. When the door is completely open, pull the lter straight out.
NOTE: There may be some water in the lter. Some spilling
may occur. Use a towel to wipe up any spills.
3. Take the new lter out of its packaging and remove the
covers from the O-rings. Be sure the O-rings are still in place
after the covers are removed.
4. With the arrow pointing to the left (toward the lter cover
door’s hinge), align the new lter with the lter housing and
slide into place. The lter cover door will automatically begin
to close as the new lter is inserted.
5. Close the lter cover door completely in order to snap the
lter into place. You may need to press hard.
6. Flush the water system. See “Water and Ice Dispensers” in
the User Instructions or User Guide.
Style 2
1. Locate the water lter cover door in the base grille, and pull
open the lter door.
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or
of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before
or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction
may be used on disinfected waters that may contain
filterable cysts.
Water Filter Status Light (on some models)
The lter status light will help you know when to change your
water lter. This is located in the refrigerator control panel.
■ The light will turn red. This tells you that it is time to change
the lter.
■ It is recommended that you replace the lter when the status
light turns red or water ow to your water dispenser or ice
maker decreases noticeably.
NOTE: The lter should be replaced at least every 6 months
depending on your water quality and usage.
Resetting the Filter Status
■ The rest button is located on the control panel in the
refrigerator compartment. To reset the status light after
changing the lter, press TEMP SETTING within 3 seconds.
The status light will change from red to off when the system
is reset.
Changing the Water Filter
Style 1
A. Water filter cover door
2. Twist the water lter and turn 90° counterclockwise to unlock.
3. Pull the lter out of the housing.
A
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4. Remove the water lter cap from the water lter.
A
A. Water filter cover door
5. Install the water lter cap onto the new lter. Be sure to align
WARNING
the arrows so the grooves in the lter align with ribs in the
lter cap.
6. Insert the lter into the housing.
7. Twist the water lter and turn 90° clockwise until it locks into
place and the arrows are aligned.
8. Push the water lter door closed.
REFRIGERATOR CARE
Cleaning
Explosion Hazard
Use nonflammable cleaner.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Both the refrigerator and freezer sections defrost automatically.
However, clean both sections about once a month to avoid
buildup of odors. Wipe up spills immediately.
IMPORTANT: Because air circulates between both sections, any
odors formed in one section will transfer to the other. You must
thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors. To avoid odor
transfer and drying out of food, wrap or cover foods tightly.
To Clean Your Refrigerator:
NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh cleaners such as window
sprays, scouring cleansers, ammable uids, cleaning waxes,
concentrated detergents, bleaches or cleansers containing
petroleum products on plastic parts, interior and door liners or
gaskets. Do not use paper towels, scouring pads, or other harsh
cleaning tools.
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Hand wash, rinse, and dry removable parts and interior
surfaces thoroughly. Use a clean sponge or soft cloth and
a mild detergent in warm water.
3. Wash stainless steel and painted metal exteriors with a clean
sponge or soft cloth and a mild detergent in warm water.
4. There is no need for routine condenser cleaning in normal
home operating environments. If the environment is
particularly greasy or dusty, or there is signicant pet trafc
in the home, the condenser should be cleaned every two to
three months to ensure maximum efciency.
If you need to clean the condenser:
■ Remove the base grille. See the “Door Removal”
instructions, either in the User Instructions or the
Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual, or in the
separate instruction sheet provided with your refrigerator.
■ Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush to clean the
grille, the open areas behind the grille and the front
surface area of the condenser.
■ Replace the base grille when nished.
5. Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.
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