LG GS73SXS, GS73SDS, GS73SDD, GS74SDS, GS73SGS Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL

SIDE BY SIDE

REFRIGERATOR

Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.

GS73SXS	LSXS26366*	LSXS26336*
GS74SXS	LSXS26386*	GS73SGG
LSXS26396*	GS73SDS	LSXS22423*
LSXC22396*	GS74SDS
LS74SXS	GS73SGS
LSXS26326B	GS74SGS
LSXS26326W	GS73SDD

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

	3	PRODUCT FEATURES		37	MAINTENANCE
			37		Cleaning
	4	SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS		38 Replacing the Water Filter
	4	IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS		43	TROUBLESHOOTING
	8	PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS	43		FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions
			44		Before Calling for Service
	9	PRODUCT OVERVIEW
			53		WARRANTY (USA)
	9	Exterior
	10	Interior		56	WARRANTY (CANADA)
	11	INSTALLATION	60		NOTES
	11	Installation Overview
	12	Unpacking the Refrigerator
	12	Choosing the Proper Location
	14	Removing/Assembling Handles
	14	Removing/Assembling the Doors
	17	Connecting the Water Line
	20	Leveling and Door Alignment
	21	Turning on the Power

22 OPERATION

22Before Use

23Control Panel

24Airflow

25Ice and Water Dispenser

26Ice Compartment

27Automatic Icemaker

28Storing Food

30Detaching/Assembling the Storage Bins

31InstaView Function

31Door-in-Door

32Adjusting the Refrigerator Shelves

33SMART FUNCTIONS

33 Smart ThinQ Application

35Smart Grid Function

36Smart Diagnosis™ Function

PRODUCT FEATURES 3

PRODUCT FEATURES

Depending on the model, some of the following functions may not be available.

FILTERED WATER AND ICE DISPENSER

The water dispenser dispenses fresh, chilled water.

The ice dispenser dispenses cubed and crushed ice.

DOOR ALARM

The Door Alarm function is designed to prevent refrigerator malfunctioning that could occur if a refrigerator door or freezer door remains open. If a refrigerator door or freezer door is left open for more than 60 seconds, a warning alarm sounds at 30-second intervals.

DOOR-IN-DOOR REFRESHMENT CENTER

The Door-in-Door Refreshment Center provides a convenient area for frequently used items that require easy access.

FRESH ZONE DRAWERS

The Fresh Zone drawers are designed to help keep fruits and vegetables fresh.

AUTO-CLOSING HINGE

The refrigerator doors and freezer drawers close automatically with a slight push. (The door only closes automatically when it is open at an angle less than 30°.)

ICE PLUS

Ice production is increased when the freezer section is maintained at the coldest temperature for a 24-hour period.

INSTAVIEW

The InstaView function on the Door-in-Door lets you see if you’re running low on frequently used items like beverages and snacks, without opening the refrigerator door.

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4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

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 follow all safety messages.

These words mean:

CAUTION

You may be injured or cause damage to the product if you do not follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what may happen if the instructions are not followed.

This device is intended for use in domestic and similar appliances, such as: kitchen personnel in stores, offices and other work environments; Country houses and by clients in hotels, motels and other residential environments; Bed and breakfast type environments; Hospitality and similar non-commercial applications.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

to persons when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following:

INSTALLATION

•To reduce the risk of injury to persons, adhere to all industry recommended safety procedures including the use of long-sleeved gloves and safety glasses.

•Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is damaged, malfunctioning, partially disassembled, or has missing or broken parts, including a damaged cord or plug.

•The refrigerator should be leveled and on a firm floor.

•Only connect this product to a dedicated grounded electrical outlet rated for use with this product (115 V, 60 Hz, AC only). It is the user’s responsibility to replace a standard 2-prong wall outlet with a standard 3-prong wall outlet.

•Do not use an outlet that can be turned off with a switch. Do not use an extension cord.

•The appliance must be positioned for easy access to a power source.

•When moving the refrigerator, be careful not to roll over or damage the power cord.

•Contact an authorized service center when installing or relocating the refrigerator.

•Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5

•Keep packing materials out of the reach of children. Packaging material can be dangerous for children.

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	•Do not place the refrigerator in direct sunlight or expose it to the heat from heating appliances such as
	stoves or heaters.
	•Do not bend or pinch the power cord excessively or place heavy objects on it.

OPERATION

•This product is not to be used for special purposes such as the storage of medicine or test materials or for use on ships, etc.

•DO NOT allow children to climb, stand, or hang on the refrigerator doors or on the shelves in the refrigerator. They could damage the refrigerator and seriously injure themselves.

•Do not allow children to climb into the refrigerator. They could be trapped and suffocated.

•Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the refrigerator.

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careful closing doors when children are nearby.

•Do not touch frozen food or the metal parts in the freezer compartment with wet or damp hands. Doing so may cause frostbite.

•Do not refreeze frozen food that has thawed completely. Doing so may result in a serious health hazard.

•Do not use an adapter plug or plug the power plug into a multi-outlet extension cord.

•Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end. Immediately have all power cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged repaired or replaced

•Do not operate the refrigerator or touch the power cord with wet hands.

•Do not modify or extend the power cord.

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•Do not put hands, feet or other objects into the air vents or bottom of the refrigerator. Doing so could result in personal injury or electric shock.

•In the event of a gas leak (propane/LPG), ensure the area is adequately ventilated and contact an authorized service center before resuming use. Do not touch the refrigerator or power cord of the refrigerator.

•Disconnect the power cord immediately and contact an authorized service center if there is a strange noise, odor, or smoke coming from the appliance.

•Do not use any fuse (such as copper, steel wire, etc.) other than a standard fuse.

•Do not place or use an electrical appliance inside the refrigerator, unless it is of a type recommended by the manufacturer.

•Do not put animals inside the appliance.

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(such as candles and lamps) on the appliance.

•Avoid contact with any moving parts of the ejector mechanism or with the heater that releases the ice

•When dispensing ice from the dispenser, do not use a fragile container.

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•If connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time delay fuse.

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MAINTENANCE

•Do not use a hair dryer to dry the inside of the refrigerator.

•Do not light a candle to remove odors in the refrigerator.

•	. Ensure the area is

adequately ventilated and contact an authorized service center.

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•This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

•Before installation, clean the refrigerator unpluged. Once done, reconnect the refrigerator and set the control (thermostat, refrigerator or freezer depending on your model) to the desired position.

•Unplug the power plug before cleaning or repairing the refrigerator.

•The refrigerator and freezer compartment lights are interior LED lighting, and service should be performed

•Unplug the power plug immediately in the event of a blackout or thunderstorm.

•Turn the power off if water or dust penetrates into the refrigerator. Call a service agent.

•Do not store glass containers or soda in the freezer compartment. Contents may expand when frozen, break the container and cause injury.

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•This device is not meant for being used by people (including children) Whose physical, sensory or mental capacities are different or reduced, or lack experience or knowledge, unless such persons are supervised or trained to operate the device by a person responsible for their safety.

DISPOSAL

•Junked or abandoned refrigerators are dangerous, even if they are sitting for only a few days. When disposing of the refrigerator, 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.

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law.

•If this unit is no longer needed, contact your local authorities for safe disposal of this product because it contains cyclopentane or pentane as gas for insulation. Insulation gases require a special disposal process. This product contains flammable insulation.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

•Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with

•If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its authorized service agent or qualified personnel in order to avoid a hazard.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of minor or moderate injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions,

including the following:

•Do not hang on to or place heavy objects on the refrigerator’s dispenser.

INSTALLATION

•Do not install the refrigerator where there may be a danger of the unit falling.

•The refrigerator must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions.

OPERATION

•Do not use aerosols near the refrigerator.

•This appliance is intended to be used only in domestic and similar applications.

•Do not strike or apply excessive force to any glass surface. Do not touch glass surfaces if they are cracked or broken.

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injury if items are removed with excessive force.

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•Do not hang on to or place heavy objects on the refrigerator’s dispenser.

MAINTENANCE

•Do not use strong detergents like wax or thinners for cleaning. Clean with a soft cloth.

•Remove foreign objects (such as dust and water) off the prongs of the power plug and contact areas. Do not use a wet or damp cloth when cleaning the plug.

•Do not spray water directly on the inside or outside of the refrigerator.

•Do not clean glass shelves or covers with warm water when they are cold. They may break if exposed to

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•Do not use extensions or adapters without grounding.

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8 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical requirements: 115 V, 60 Hz

Min. / Max. water pressure:

	Model 22 cu. ft.
LSXC22396*, LSXS22423*.
Description	Standard-depth, Side by Side refrigerator
Net weight	280 libras (127 kg)

Model 26 cu. ft.

GS73SXS,GS74SXS,LSXS26396*,LS74SXS,LSXS26326B,LSXS26326W,LSXS26366*,LSXS26386*,GS73SDS,

GS74SDS,GS73SGS,GS74SGS,GS73SDD,LSXS26336*,GS73SGG.

Description	Counter-depth, Side by Side refrigerator
Net weight	306.5 libras ( 139 kg )

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 9

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The images in this guide may be different from the actual components and accessories, which are subject to change by the manufacturer without prior notice for product improvement purposes.

Exterior

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2	6
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1Filtered Water and Ice Dispenser

2LED Display

Displays the refrigerator and freezer temperature,

3Control Panel

Sets the refrigerator and freezer temperatures,

4Freezer

Frozen food compartment

5Handle

Opens and closes the refrigerator door.

6Door-in-Door Button

Press this button to open the Door-in-Door.

7InstaView Door-in-Door

The InstaView Door-in-Door compartment allows for easy access to commonly used food items.

8Refrigerator

Fresh food compartment

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Interior

GS73SXS / LSXS26366*/ LSXS26386*/ GS73SD*/ GS74SDS / GS73SGS /GS74SGS / LSXS26336* / GS73SGG / LSXS22423*/ GS74SXS / LSXS26396* / LSXC22396* / LS74SXS / LSXS26326* /

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1Automatic Icemaker

Automatically produce and store ice.

2Freezer Door Bins

Store small packages of frozen food. Do not store ice cream or food which will be stored for a long period of time within these baskets.

3LED interior lamps

Light up the inside of the refrigerator.

4Freezer Shelf

5Freezer Drawer

Store long-term frozen items. The number of drawers may vary by model.

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7Refrigerator Shelf

Shelves are adjustable to suit individual storage needs. Adjust the shelf height by emptying and removing the shelf and inserting it on a different set of shelf supports. The number of refrigerator shelves varies by model.

8Fresh Zone

Storage for deli, fruit, or vegetables.

9Door-in-Door Case

Open the outer Door-in-Door for easy access to frequently used items without letting a lot of cold air out of the refrigerator.

10Refrigerator Door Bins items.

Purify water.

Note

•The filter should be replaced every 6 months. See the Replacing the Water Filter section in this manual for details.

•Parts, functions, and options vary by model. Your model may not include all the Options, appears with a different name and / or different position.

INSTALLATION

Installation Overview

location.

INSTALLATION 11

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Unpacking the Refrigerator

Choosing the Proper Location

Disassembling/Assembling

Connecting the Water Line

Leveling and Door Alignment

CAUTION

•Connect to a potable water supply only.

Note

• Parts, functions, and options vary by model. Your model may not include all the Options, appears with a different name and / or different position.

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 moving the refrigerator for cleaning or service. Always pull the refrigerator straight out when moving it. Do not wiggle or walk the refrigerator

occur.

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gasoline, away from the refrigerator. Failure to

NOTE

•Remove tape and any temporary labels from your refrigerator before using. Do not remove any

warning labels, the model and serial number label, or the Tech Sheet that is located under the front of the refrigerator.

•To remove any remaining tape or glue, rub the area briskly with your thumb. Tape or glue residue can also be easily removed by rubbing a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your .

•Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol,

tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your refrigerator.

•Reinstall or adjust shelves as needed. Refrigerator shelves are installed in the shipping position. Reinstall shelves according to your individual storage needs.

Choosing the Proper Location

Water

Water supply must be easily connected for the automatic icemaker.

NOTE

•The water pressure must be 20 - 120 psi or 138 - 827 kPa or 1.4 - 8.4 kgf/cm2. If the refrigerator is installed in an area with low water pressure (below 20 psi or 138 kPa or 1.4 kgf/cm2), you can install a booster pump to compensate for the low pressure.

Electricity

Use an individual, grounded outlet:115 Volts, 60 Hz, AC, 15 Amps minimum.

WARNING

•Don't use existing holes unless they are in the target area. Otherwise, the water supply and drain hose may be damaged by being crushed or kinked.

Flooring

To avoid noise and vibration, the unit must be

required, adjust the leveling legs to compensate for

NOTE

•Installing on carpeting, soft tile surfaces, a platform or weakly supported structure is not recommended.

Ambient Temperature

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.

INSTALLATION 13

Dimensions and Clearances

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refrigerator through doors or narrow openings.

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Assembling the Doors and Drawers in this manual.

•The installation location chosen for the refrigerator should allow space behind the unit for connections and

•Too small of a distance from adjacent items may result in lowered freezing capability and increased electricity consumption charges. Allow at least 24 inches (610 mm) in front of the refrigerator to open the doors, and at least 2 inches (50.8 mm) between the back of the refrigerator and the wall.

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-	List	Model 26 cu.ft.	Model 22 cu.ft.
A	Depth without handle	33 2/5"	29 2/5"
		(848 mm)	(747 mm)
B	Width	35 9/10"	35 9/10"
		(912 mm)	(912 mm)
C	Height to Top of Case	68 9/10"	68 9/10"
		(1750 mm)	(1750 mm)
D	Height to Top of Hinge	70 3/10"	70 3/10"
		(1785 mm)	(1785 mm)
E	Back Clearance	2"	2"
		(50 mm)	(50 mm)
F	Depth without Door	28 7/10"	24 3/5"
		(730 mm)	(624mm)
G	Depth (Total with Door Open	50 3/5"	46 1/2"
	90°)	(1285 mm)	(1180 mm)
K	Front Clearance	24"	24"
		(610 mm)	(610 mm)
M	Depth With handle	35 9/10"	31 4/5"
		(912 mm)	(807 mm)

Note

• Parts, functions, and options vary by model. Your model may not include all the Options, appears with a different name and / or different position.

14 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.

WARNING

When assembling or disassembling the refrigerator handles:

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•Do not swing the handle into nearby people or animals.

•Make sure that the bracket hole of the handle .

place.

•Make sure that there is not a gap between the door and handle after assembling the handle.

Tools Needed

3/32 in. Allen wrench 1/8 in. Allen wrench 1/4 in. Allen wrench

Removing the Refrigerator Handles

1Loosen the set screws (1) with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench and remove the handle.

2Loosen the mounting fasteners (2) that connect to the refrigerator door and handle using a 1/4 in. Allen wrench, and remove the mounting fasteners.

Assembling the Refrigerator Handles

1Assemble the mounting fasteners (1) at both ends of the handle with a 1/4 in. Allen rench.

2footprints over the mounting fasteners and tightening the set screws (2) with a 3/32 in. Allen wrench.

Removing/Assembling the Doors

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.

WARNING

•Use two or more people to remove and install the refrigerator doors.

•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.

•Be careful when handling the hinge and stopper.

•Remove food and bins before detaching the doors and drawers.

•Do not hold the handle when removing or replacing the doors and drawer as the handle may come off.

Tools Needed

3/32 in. Allen wrench 1/8 in. Allen wrench 1/4 in. Allen wrench

INSTALLATION 15

Removing the Left (Freezer) Door with Water Line Connection

1Disconnect the 2 water line connections, located on the back of the refrigerator. Hold the water supply connection and gently push the collet to detach the water supply

CAUTION

•Before you start, take out the food and remove the door trays.

2Open the door. Remove the top hinge cover screw.

3Use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry back the hooks (not shown) of the hinge cover from the top of the refrigerator cabinet. Lift up the cover.

4Disconnect all the wire harnesses and remove the hinge cover.

5Pull out the water supply lines.

6Unscrew the ground wire.

CAUTION

•When lifting the hinge free of the latch, be careful that the door does not fall forward.

7Rotate the hinge lever counterclockwise. Lift the upper hinge free of the hinge lever latch.

8Lift the door from the lower hinge pin and place it, inside facing up, on a non-scratching surfaces.

Removing the right (refrigerator) door

(1)

(2)

(3) (4)

(5)

1Open the door. Remove the screw from the top hinge cover (1). Lift the cover (2).

2Use a flat-blade screwdriver to pry back the hooks (not shown) of the hinge cover from the top of therefrigerator cabinet. Remove the hinge cover.

3Rotate the hinge lever (3) clockwise. Lift the upper hinge (4) free of the hinge lever

latch (5).

4Lift the door from the lower hinge pin.

Bottom hinge

5Place the door, inside facing up, on a non-scratching surface.

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16 INSTALLATION

Reinstalling the Left (Freezer)

Door

1Place the door onto the lower hinge pin.

2Fit the upper hinge over the hinge lever latch and into place. Rotate the lever clockwise to secure the hinge.

3Feed the water lines through from the top of the refrigerator until they exit at the back.

Disassembling/Assembling the

Water Lines

	Collet
Tube
Insert lines	Tube

4Reconnect the water lines by inserting them into the connectors. The water lines are inserted correctly when only one of the two guidelines remains visible.

Reinstalling the Right (Refrigerator)

Door

1 Place the door onto the lower hinge pin.

Bottom hinge

2Fit the upper hinge over the hinge lever latch and into place. Rotate the lever counterclockwise to secure the hinge.

(2)

3Reconnect all wire harnesses. Hook the tab on the switch side of the cover under the edge of the wire opening in the cabinet top. Put the cover in place and reinsert the screw.

(Correct)

(Incorrect)

NOTE

•Water hoses should be cut leaving a clean, straight edge to avoid leaks.

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6

Reconnect all of the wire harnesses.

Reconnect the ground wire.

7Hook the tab on the switch side of the cover under the edge of the wire opening in the cabinet top. Position the cover in place. Insert and tighten the cover screw.

INSTALLATION 17

Assembling the Refrigerator Door

1 Place the door onto the lower hinge pin.

Lower Hinge

2Fit the upper hinge over the hinge lever latch and into place. Rotate the lever counterclockwise to secure the hinge.

(1)

(2)

3Reconnect all wire harnesses. Hook the tab on the switch side of the cover under the edge of the wire opening in the cabinet top. Position the cover and replace the screw.

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.

hammer before installing the water supply line to the refrigerator. Water banging in the pipes, or water hammer in residential plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and lead to water leakage or

•Turn the icemaker OFF if the refrigerator will be used before the water line is connected.

•Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where the ambient temperatures fall below freezing.

WARNING

•Connect to a potable water supply only.

CAUTION

•To prevent burns and product damage, only connect the refrigerator water line to a cold water supply.

•Wear eye protection during installation toprevent injury.

Water Pressure

You will need a cold water supply.

Water Pressure

	20–120 psi
	(138 - 827 kPa)
	40–60 psi minimum to
where reverse osmosis	reverse osmosis system
connected to a cold water	(2.8 kgf/cm2– 4.2 kgf/
	cm2,or less than 2–3
supply	oz capacity)

18 INSTALLATION

If the water pressure from the reverse osmosis system is less than 20 psi or 138 kPa or 1.4 kgf/ cm2

198 cc capacity):

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necessary.

•Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis

•If the water pressure remains low, call a licensed,

•All installations must be in accordance with local plumbing code requirements.

Supplies Needed

•Copper or PEX Tubing, ¼ in. 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 refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then, add 8 feet (2.4 m).

[2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about 10 in. [25 cm] diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation.

•Power drill.

•½ in. or adjustable wrench.

•Flat-blade and Phillips-head screwdrivers.

•Two ¼ in. outer diameter compression nuts and 2 ferrules (sleeves) to connect the copper tubing to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve.

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at the end, purchase an adapter (available at plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to the refrigerator OR cut of

•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. Saddle-type shutoff valves are included in many water supply kits. Before purchasing, make sure a saddle-type valve complies with your local plumbing codes.

NOTE

•A self-piercing saddle type water valve should not be used.

Water Line Installation Instructions

WARNING

Electric Shock Hazard:

•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.

Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used drinking water line.

1Shut off the main water supply.

Turn on the nearest faucet to relieve the pressure on the line.

2Choose the valve location.

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 to connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the connection to the top or side, rather than at the bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment from the water pipe.

INSTALLATION 19

3Drill 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.

4Fasten the shutoff valve.

Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp.

Pipe Clamp

Saddle-Type				Vertical Cold
Shutoff Valve
				Water Pipe

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.

5Tighten the pipe clamp.

Tighten the clamp screws until the sealing washer begins to swell.

Inlet End

Pipe Clamp

Washer

Clamp Screw

6Route the tubing.

Route the tubing between the cold water line and the refrigerator.

Route the tubing through a hole drilled in the wall cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.

NOTE

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coiled into three turns of about 10 in. diameter) to allow the refrigerator to move out from the wall after installation.

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	Compression
Shutoff Valve	Nut
Packing Nut
Outlet Valve	Ferrule
8 Flush out the tubing.	(sleeve)

tubing until the water is clear. Shut the water off at the water valve after about one quart of water has

NOTE

•Do not over tighten clamp or you may crush the tubing.