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Safety Information
Adapter Plugs ................. 3
Connecting Electricity .......... 3
Extension Cords ............... 2
Safety Precautions .............. 9
Operating InstruCtions
Automatic lcemaker . ........... 8
Care and Cleaning .......... 9, 10
Shelves ..................... 5, 6
Storage Drawers .............. 6, 7
Temperaun_e Controls ........... 4
h_stallation Inslru_ions
Preparing to Install
the Refl_igerator . ............. 11
Reversing the Door Swing ... 16-92
h'ater Line Installation ...... 19-16
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call
For Service ................ 94, 95
Normal Operating Sounds ...... 93
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .... Back Co_r
Product Registration ........ 99, ,9,0
Warranty .................... 31
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on a label on the upper
lett side of the fl'esh ti)od compartment.
162D6736PO07 39-6025&2 77-04 dR
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
When using electrical appfiances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the foflowing:
This refrigerator inust be properl) installed
and located in accordance with the Installation
hlstluctions befi)re it is used.
Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang
on the shelves in the refl'igerator. They could
damage the refl'igerator and seriously ii_jm'e
themselves.
Do not touch the cold surfaces in the freezer
compartment when hands are damp or wet.
Skin may stick to these extremely cold
SI/I'I';I ces,
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
Keep finge_s out of the "pinch point" areas;
clearances between the dom_ and between
the doors and cabinet are necessarily small.
Be careflfl closing doors when children are
in the area.
In refl'igeratots 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
finge_s or hands on the automatic icemaking
mechanism while the refl'igerator is plugged in.
Unplug the refl'igerator beflwe cleaning and
making repairs.
NOTE:Westronglyrecommendthatanyservicingbe
performedbya qualifiedindividual.
Tm'ning the control to the 0 position does
not remove power to the light circuit.
_ Do not refl'eeze ti'ozen too(ls which have
thawed completely.
[, DANGER! RISK OFCHILD ENTRAPMENT
PROPERDISPOSALOFTHEREFRIGERATOR
Child entral)inent and suffocation are not
problems of the past..Iunked or abandoned
refl'igerators are still dangerous...even if they
will sit fi_r "just a few days." If wm are getting
rid of veto" old refl'igerator, please fi)llow the
inst_ uctions below to hel I) prevent accidents.
Before You ThrowAway YourOld
Refrigerator or Freezer:
Take off the doors.
I ,eav e th e sh elve s in pl a c e s o th a t c h il d re n
mm not easiE climb inside.
Refrigerants
All refl'igeration products contain refl'igerants,
which trader fe(leral law must be removed prior
to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an
old reliigeration product, check with the
company handling the disposal about what
to (lo.
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an extension cord.
However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessarx that it be a UiAisted,
3-wire gmtmding type appliance extension cord haxing a ,gr°unding, tX,'l)el)lug, and outlet and
that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimmn) and 12(1 xolts.
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WARNING!
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
For personal safety, this appfiance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped
with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates
with a standard 3-prong (gromMing) wall outlet
to minimize the possibility of electric shock
hazard fl'om this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electrician to make sm'e the outlet is
properly gromMed.
Where a standard 2-pr(mg wall (mtlet is
encountered, it is your personal responsibility
and obligation to have it replaced with a
properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
The refrigerator should always be plugged into
its own individual electrical outlet which has a
voltage rating that matches the rating plate.
This l)rovides the best perflwmance and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuits which
could cause a fire hazard fl'om overheated wires.
Never unplug your refrigerator by pulling on the
power cord. Always grip l)lug firmly and pull
straight out fl'om the outlet.
]),el)air or replace immediately all power cords
that have become fl'aved or otherwise damaged.
D() not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion
damage along its length or at either end.
When moving the refl'igerator away fl'om the
wall, be careflfl not to roll over or damage the
power cord.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
However; if you must use an adapter; where local
codes pemdt, a temporary connection may be made
to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use
of a UIAisted adapter available at most local
hardware stores.
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned
with the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide
proper polariS' in the connection of the power
cord.
When disconnecting the power cord fl'om the
adapter, always hold the adapter in i)lace with
one hand while pulling the power cord plug with
the other hand, If this is not done, the adapter
grotmd terminal is very likely to break with
repeated use.
If the adapter ground tem/inal breaks, DO NOT
USEthe refrigerator until a proper gromM has
been established.
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a waft outlet
coverscrew does not ground the appliance unless the
coverscrew is metal, and not insulated, and the waft
outlet is grounded through the house wiring Youshould
have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to
make sure the outlet is properly grounde_
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthetemperaturecontroldial
Turning the dial to 0 stops cooling in both compartments--fresh food and freezer. It does not shut off power to the
refrigerator.
ControlSettings
Temperature Control Dial
The temperature control dial has nine settings plus O. I is the wannest. 9 is the coldest.
At first, set the dial at 5.
After using the refl'igerator, a(!iust the dial if necessary.
Insert a coin into the slot in the middle of the dial and you can turn the dial to the setting
that's best stilted to w)m" needs.
Allow 24 horn's fi)r the refl'igerator to get cold.
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Aboutthefreshfoodcompartmentshelves, w Hetpeint.cem
Shelf supports at various levels allow you to custom-space your shelves. Not all features are on all models.
, Half-Width Shelves
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E_Tilt Up
One end of the shelf rests on a molded
side-wall SUl)port; a bracket on the other
end hooks into a track on the rear
cabinet wall.
Toremove, lift the shelf up at fl'ont, then
off the sui)i)ort and out of the track.
Toreplace, select desired shelf height.
With shelf fl'ont raised slightl B hook
the bracket's top lug into the track,
then lower the shelf onto the sui)port.
NOTE:Theshelf to theright ofthetrackis
designedtohookintothenght-hands/ot,
theshelf to theleft isdesignedtohook
into theleft-handdot.
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Full-Width Shelves
Some models have a steel wire sliding
shelf, a stationary tempered glass shelf or
two steel wire stationary shelves. These
shelves can be moved to another place
in the fl'esh fl)od compartment.
The fifll-width sliding shelf has stop-locks.
_]_en placed correctly on the shelf
supports, the shelf will stop befin'e coming
completely out of the refrigerator and will
not tilt when vou place fi)od on it or
rein ove fl)od from it.
To remove the full-width shelves, lift the
rear of the shelf and pull forward.
Toremove a furl-width shelf when the fresh
food compartment door cannot be opened
fully, lift the rear of the shelf, pull
fl)rward and down, tilt the shelf and
take it out.
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Spillproof Shelves (onsomemodels)
Spillproof shelves have special edges
to hel I) prevent spills from drii)ping
to lower shelves. To remove or replace
the shelves, see the above instructions.
About the freezer compartment shelves.
Some models have an ice-tray shelf and some have a full-width step shelf.
Ice-Tray Sbeff
Toremove the ice-tray shelf, lift the left
side of the shelf off its supports, then
pull the shelf to the left to fl'ee it of the
I_lug suI)ports. Pull the shelf to the right
to ti'ee the pins fl'om the holes in the
cabinet wall.
Step Shelf
Toremove the step shelf."
_]I,ifl left side of shelf slightly.
[]Moxe shelf to the left to fl'ee its right
ends fl'om holes in the cabinet w_iil.
I,ower fight side of shelf, moxe shelf
[] to the right and rake it out.
Toreplace the step shelf."
_]_A ith shelf tilted as shown, lit left ends
of shelf into holes in cabinet wall.
[]i,ifl left side of shelf slightly; sx6ng shelf
up, fit right ends of shelf into holes in
cabinet wall, and lower shelf into place.
About the storage drawers.
Not all features are on all models.
Fru# and Vegetable Drawers
Excess water that may a('cmnulate in the
bottom of the (h'awet_ should be emptied
and the drawers wiped drw
Utility Drawer
The utilit) drawer can be moxed to the
most useflfl location for your thmil_'s
needs,
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Not all features are on all models.
Adjustable Humidity Drawer (onsomemodels)
Slide the control all the way to the Slide the control all the way to the LOW
HIGH setting to proxide high htuniditv setting to proxide lower humidit_ lmels
recommended fin" most xegetables, recommended fin" most fruits.
HIGH LOW
Drawer and Cover Removal
Drawers can be removed easily by grasping
tile sides and lifting up slightly while
pulling ch'awe_ past tile stop location.
Full-Width Drawer with Plastic Cover
To remove the cover, lift it off its suI)I)orts,
pull it fin'ward, tilt it and take it out.
Twin Drawers with Glass Cover
To remove:
_] Remoxe tile drawers.
[_ Reach in, push tile front of glass
coxer up, and at tile same time, pull
it forward as thr as it will come.
Tilt it and take it out. Avoid cleaning tile
cold glass cover with hot water because
the extreme teml)erature difference may
cause it to break.
[_] Remoxe tile drawer frame. (Always
YeI/lox, e tile glass cox,eI" before )ou
take out the drawer fl'ame.)
I,ift the fl'ame ott the supports at each
side and back, pull it fin'ward, tilt it and
take it out.
To replace:
_]i,ower tile frame until it rests on tile
suI)ports at each side and back.
_Replace tile glass coxer, i)ushing its
rear edge tir'ml)into tile rear f_ame
channel and ,*entlx lowering the front
into place.
[_]Replace the drawers.
About the automatic icemaker.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12to 24 hours to begin making ice.
Power
Switch
Powerswitch model
FeelerArmin
theSTOP
FeelerArmin (up)position
tile ON (down)
poat_on
Feelerarmmodel
Automatic Icemaker (on some models)
The k'emaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle--ai)i)roxin_ately ] 00-130 cubes
in a 24-hour period, depending on
ti'eezer coillpai'tiilen[ [eillpei'attii'e_
i'OOill teillpei'attli'e_ ntli/lbei" of dooi"
openings and other use conditions.
There are two t),})es ot icemakei_: power
switch models and teeler am/models.
If the refl_igerator is operated befin'e
the water connection is made to the
icelnakei; set the power switch to 0 (off)
or move the teeler am_ to the STOP(up)
position.
When the refl_igerator has been
connected to the water SUl)ply, set the
power switch to the I (0nJposifion or move
the teeler aim to the ON (down) position.
On power switch models, the green light
will come oil.
You will hear a buzzing sound each time
the icemaker fills with water.
The icemaker will fill with water when
it cools to ] 5°K A newly-installed
refl'igerator may take ] 2 to 24 hours
to begin making ice cubes.
Throw away the first few batches of ice
to allow the water line to clear.
Be sure nothing interteres with the
sweep of the feeler arm.
When the bin fills to the level of the
feeler arm, the icemaker will stop
producing ice.
It is normal fin" several cubes to be joined
together.
If ice is not used fl'equently; old ice cubes
will become cloudy, taste stale and shrink.
On power switch models, the green power
light will blink it ice cubes get stuck in the
icemakeI: To correct this, set the power
switch to 0 (0ffJand retrieve the cubes. Set
the power switch to I (on) to restart the
icemakei: _Mter the icemaker has been
turned on again, there will be a delay of
about 45 minutes heft)re the icemaker
i'estliiles operation.
NOTE:Inhomeswith lower-than-averagewater
pressure, you may hear the icemaker cycle
multipletimes when makingone batch of ice.
Icemaker Accessory Kit
If your retrigerator did not alread_ come
equipped with an automatic icemakei,
an icemaker accessory kit is axailable at
extra cost.
Check the back of the refrigerator for
the specific icemaker kit needed fin.
VOIII" illodel,
Care and cleaning of the refrigerator. .eotpoint.com
Cleaning the Outside
The door handles and trim (on some
models). Clean with a cloth (lmnl)ened
with soapy water. Dry with a soft cloth.
Keep the outside clean. Wipe with a clean
cloth lightly dan_i)ened with kitchen
appliance wax or mild liquid dish
detergent. Dry and polish with a clean,
soft cloth.
The stainless steel panels and door handles
(oil some models) can be cleaned with
a commercially availal)le stainless steel
cleaner. Do not use al)pliance wax or
polish on the stainless steel.
Donot wipetherefrigeratorwith a soileddish
cloth orwet towel.Thesemayleavearesidue
that canerodethepaint.Donot usescounbg
pads,powderedc/eanere,bleachorc/eanere
containingbleachbecausetheseproductscan
scratchand weakenthepainthblsh.
Cleaning the Inside
Tohelp prevent odors, leave an open bo×
ot baking soda in the fresh fl)od and
fl'eezer compartments.
Unplug the refrigerator before cleaning.
If this is not practical, wring excess
moisture ()tit of sponge or cloth when
cleaning around switches, lights or
controls,
Use wam_ water and baking soda
solution--about a tablespoon (l 5 ml) of
baking soda to a quart (l liter) of water.
This both cleans and neutralizes o(loi_.
Rinse and wipe (lrv:
After cleaning the door gaskets, apply a
thin laver of petroleum.jelly to the door
gaskets at the hinge side. This helps kee I)
the gaskets fl'om sticking and bending
()tit of shape.
Avoid cleaning cold glass shelves (onsome
models) with hot water because the extreme
temperature difference may cause them to
break. Handle glass shelves careful/_ Bumping
tempered glass can cause it to shatter
Do not wash any plastic refngerator parts in
the dishwashe_
CleanflTgthecondensercoils.
Condenser
There is no need for routine condenser
cleaning in normal home operating
environments. However. in environments
that may be particularly dusty or greasy;
the condenser should be cleaned
periodically fl)r efficient refl'igerator
operation.
To clean the con(lensei; turn the
temperature control dial to 0. Sweep
}lW}lV OI" V}ICIIIIIII tI I) dust.
For best results, use a bIush specially
designed fl)r this purpose. It is available
at most appliance parts stores.
Care and cleaning of the refrigerator.
Behind the Refrigerator
Be carefld when moving the refrigerator
awav frmn tile wall. All types of floor
coverings can be damaged, particularly
cushioned coverings and those with
embossed surfaces,
Turn tile leveling legs at each fl'ont corner
of tile refrigerator counterclockwise tmtil
tile rolle_ sui)port tile refl'igeratm; Pull tile
refl-igerator straight out and retm'n it to
position by pushing it straight in. Moving
tile refl-igerator in a side direction may
result in damage to tile floor covering or
reti-_geratm:
When pushing the refngerator back, make sure
you don't rot over the power cord or icemaker
supply line {on some models).
_Mter rolling tile reli'igerator back into
place, turn the legs clockwise until the
legs again bear the weight of the
refl'igerator.
Light Bulb Replacement
To replace a burned-out bulb, unplug
the refl'igerator fl'om its electrical outlet,
unscrew tile bulb when cool and replace
it with an appliance bulb of the same or
lower wattage.
Turningthecontrolto the0 positiondoesnot
removepowerto thefight circuit.
Preparing for Vacation
For long vacations or absences_ i'ei/love
food and uni)lug tile refl'igeratm: Move
tile temperatm'e control dial to tile 0
position, and clean the interior with a
baking soda solution of one tablespoon
(l 5 ml) of baking soda to one qtlart
(] liter) of water: i,eave tile doors open.
Set tile icemaker power switch to tile
0 (off) position or move tile libeler arm to
tile STOP(up) position (depending on
model) and shut off the water supply to
the refrigerator.
If tile temperatm'e can drop below
freezing, have a qualified servicer drain
the water supply systeln (oil SOln e inodels)
to prevent serious property damage due
to flooding.
Preparing to Move
Secure all loose items such as grille,
shelves and drawers by taping them
secm'elv in place to prevent damage.
Besuretherefngeratorstaysin anupright
positionduringmowbg
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Installation
Instructions
Refrigerator
Models 16,17,18
ffyou have questions,call 1.800.GE.CARESor ,isit our _Aebsite at: www.Hotpoint.com I
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
• IMPORTANT - S ,,ethese
instructions for local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT - Obse,,'e ,ll
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer - Be sure to leave these
instructions with tile (_onsumer.
• Note to ConsulTler - Kee I) these instructions
for fllture reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance requires
basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time - Refrigerator Installation
15 rain utes
Reversing the Door Swing
1 hour
• Proper installation is tile responsibility of tile
installer.
• Product failm'e due to improper installation is not
covered under tile _'arrantv.
WATER SUPPLY TO THE ICEMAKER
(on some models)
If tile refrigerator has an icemaker, it will have to be
connected to a cold water line. A water supply kit
(containing COl)per tubing, shutoff valve, fittings and
instructions) is available at extra cost fl'om vom" dealer
or fl'om Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
REFRIGERATOR LOCATION
• Do not install tile reflJgerator where tile temperature
will go below 60 °F (l 6 °C) beca use it will not run often
enough to maintain proper mmperatures.
• Install it on a floor strong enough to support it flfllv
loaded.
CLEARANCES
_Mlow tile fi)llowing clearances for ease of installation,
proper air circulation and I)lumbing, and electrical
coililectioiis.
• Sides./4 (19ram)
• Top 1"(25 ram)
• Back 1" (25 ram)
ROLLERS AND LEVELING LEGS
Leveling legs near each fl'ont corner of tile refl'igerator
are a(!justable. They firmly position tile refl'igerator
and prevent it from moving when tile doors are
opened. I,eveling legs should be set so the front of the
reti'igerator is raised just enough that tile doo_ close
easily when opened about hall\ray.
Turn tile leveling legs clockwise to raise tile
refl'igerator, counterclockwise to lower it.
Rollers next to the leveling legs allow wm to move the
refl'igerator awav fl'om tile wall fl)r cleaning.
Turn the legs co/mterclockwise until the weight of the
refl'igerator is transferred fl'om them to tile rollers.
After rolling tile refl'igerator back into place, turn tile
legs clockwise until the legs again bear the weight of
tile refrigerator.
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Installation Instructions
B INSTALLING THE WATER LINE
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Ilecommended coi)per water supply kits are _._TXSX2,
WXSX3 or WXSX4, depending on the amom_t of
tubing you need. Approved plastic water supply lines
are refrigerator tubing kits WX08X10002,
WX08X10006, WX08X10015 and WX08X10025.
When connecting your refl'igerator to a reverse
osmosis water system, follow the mamffactm'er's
I'e COIIlIIl en da tions.
This water line installation is not warranted by the
refl'igerator or icemaker mamdhctm'er. Follow these
instructions carefldlv to minimize the risk of expensive
water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house
i_lmnbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and
lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified
plmnber to correct water hammer bet)re installing
the water supply line to the refl'igerator.
To prevent bm'ns and product damage, do not hook
up the water line to the hot water line.
If wm use yoHr refrigerator 1)eiore connecting the
water line, make sure the icemaker power switch is
in the 0 (off} position (on power switch models) or the
teeler arm is in the STOP (up) position (on feeler arm
models).
Do not install the icemaker tubing in areas where
temperatures tall below fl'eezing.
When using any electrical device (such as a power
drill) during installation, be sure the device is double
insulated or grounded in a manner to prevent the
hazard of electric shock, or is battery powered.
All installations must be in accordance with local
i_lmnbing code requirements.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• Copper or approved plastic refrigerator tubing kit,
1/4" outer diameter to connect the refrigerator
to the water sui)ply. If using COl)per, be sm'e both
ends of the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need: measure
the distance ti'om the water wflve on the back of the
refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Then add 8'
(2.4 m). Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8' [2.4 m] coiled into 3 turns of about l 0"
[25 cm] diameter) to allow the reti'igerator to move
out from the wall atter installation.
Approved plastic refl'igerator tubing kits are available
in the fl}llowing lengths:
2' (0.6 m) - WX08X10002
6' (1.8 m) - X,\TX08X10006
15' (4.6 m) - WX08X10015
25' (7.6 m) - X,\3X08X10025
Be sure that the kit you select allows at least 8' (2.4 m)
as described above.
NOTE: The tufty approved plastic tubing is that
supplied in the refrigerator tubing Mts listed above.
Do not use m_y other plastic water supply line because
the line is raider pressure at all thnes. Certain types
of plastic will crack or rupture with age and cause
water damage to your home.
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Installation Instructions
WHAT YOU WILL NEED (CONT.)
• A water supply Mt (containing tubing, shutoff wflve
and fittings listed below) is available at extra cost
fl'om your dealer or fl'om Parts and Accessories,
1.888.261.3055.
• A cold water supply. The water pressm'e must be
between 20 and 120 p.s.i. (1.4-8.1 bar).
• Power drill.
• 1/2" or adjustable wrench.
• Straight and Phillips blade screwdriver.
• Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and
2 ferrules (sleeves)--to connect the COl)per tubing
to the shutoff wflve and the refl'igerator water \_flve.
OR
• If you are using an approved plastic refrigerator
tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled
to the robing.
• If wmr existing copper water line has a flared fitting
at the end, you will need an adapter (available at
i_hunbing supply stores) to connect the water line to
the refl'igerator OR wm can cut off the flared fitting
with a tube cutter and then use a compression
fitting. Do not cut fl)rmed end from approved
plastic reii'igerator robing.
• Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water lille.
The shutoff wflve should have a water inlet with a
ufiniumln inside dialneter of 5/32" at the point of
connection to the COLD WATER LINE. Saddle-type
shutoffwflves are included in inany water supply kits.
Before i)urchasing, inake sure a saddle-type valve
complies with yore" local phunbing codes.
Install the shutoff xalxe on the nearest frequentl) used
drinking water line.
[] SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER
SUPPLY
Tm'n on tile nearest fimcet hmg enough to clear
the line of water.
[] CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
Choose a location fin" tile 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, u/ake the
connection to tile top or side, rather than at tile
bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment fl'om
the water pipe.
[] DRILL THE HOLE FOR THE VALVE
Drill a 1/4" hole in tile water pipe (exen it using
a selfXpiercing _al_e) using a sharp bit. Remo_e any
bm'_ resulting from drilling the hole in the pipe.
Take care not to allow water to drain into the drill,
Faihu'e to drill a 1 " may
/4 hole result in reduced
ice production or smaller cubes.
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Installation Instructions
B INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
[] FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
Fasten the shutoff _al_e to the cold water pipe with
the pipe clami_.
Pipe Clar@--_,
Saddle-TypeJ VerticalCold
ShutoffValve WaterPipe
NOTE: (_ommonwealth of Massachusetts Plmnbing
Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to. Saddle wflves
are illegal and use is not pemfitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with wmr licensed plmnber.
[] TIGHTEN THE PIPE CLAMP
Tighten the clamp screws tmtil the sealing washer
begins to swell.
NOTE: Do not overtighten or w)u mav Clush the
tubing.
Washer
ClamF
[] ROUTE 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 refl'igerator or adjacent base
cabinet) as close to the wall as possible.
NOTE: Be sure there is sufficient extra tubing
(about 8 t_'et [944 cm] coiled into 3 turns of about
10" [95 cm] diameter) to allow the refl'igerator to
move out from the wall after installation.
[]
CONNECT THE TUBING
TO THE VALVE
Place the compression nut and feHule (sleexe)
fi_r COl)per tubing onto the end of the tubing and
connect it to the shutoff xalxe.
Make sm'e the tubing is flflly inserted into the
wflve. Tighten the compression nut secm'elv.
For plastic tubing fl'om an approved refl'igerator
tubing kit, insert the molded end of the tubing into
the shutoff wflve and tighten compression nut until
it is hand tight, then tighten one additional turn
with a wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks.
Saddle-Type
ShutoffValve _,
PackingNut-
--Compression
Nut
Approved
_ _Tubing
Outlet Valve-- -- Ferrule (sleeve)
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plmnbing
Codes 248(:MR shall be adhered to. Saddle valves
are illegal and use is not permitted in Massachusetts.
Consult with your licensed l)lmnber.
[] FLUSH OUT THE TUBING
Turn the main water supply on and flush out the
tubing tmtil the water is clear.
Shut the water off at the water wflve after about
one quart (l liter) of water has been flushed
through the tubing.
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Installation Instructions
[] CONNECT THE TUBING
TO THE REFRIGERATOR
NOTES:
• Before making tile connection to tile refrigerator,
be sure tile refrigerator power cord is not I)lugged,,
into tile wall outlet,
• We recommend installing a water filter if wmr
water supply has sand or particles that could clog
the screen of the refi'igerator's water wdve. Install
it in tile water line near tile refl'igerator. If using
an approved plastic refl'igerator robing kit, you
will need an additional robe (_\)X08X10002) to
connect tile filter. Do not cut plastic tube to
install filter.
Remo_,e tile access co_,er,
Remove tile plastic flexible cap from tile water
xalxe (refl'igerator cmmection).
Place tile compression nut and teHule (sleeve)
onto tile end of tile robing as shown. On an
approved plastic refrigerator tubing kit, tile nuts
are ah'eadv assembled to tile tubing.
Insert the end of the tubing into the water wdve
connection as tar as possible. While holding the
tubing, tighten the fitting.
For plastic tubing fl'om an approved refrigerator
tubing kit, insert the molded end of the robing into
the shutoff wdve and tighten compression nut tmtil
it is hand tight, then tighten one additional turn
with a wrench. Overtightening may cause leaks.
[] CONNECT THE TUBING TO THE
REFRIGERATOR (CONT.)
Fasten tile tubing into tile clamp provided to
hold it in a vertical position. You may need to
P_T open tile clamp.
1/4" Copper -- -- TubingClamp
Tubing
Refrigerator
Connection
Reattach the access co_,ei;
1/4"Compression
Nut
(sleeve)
Approved
PlasticTubing
[] TURN THE WATER ON AT THE
SHUTOFF VALVE
Tighten am cmmections that leak.
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Installation Instructions
El INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (CONT.)
[] PLUG IN THE REFRIGERATOR
__rran,*e the coil of tubing so that it does not xibrate
a
against the back of the refrigerator or against the
wall. Push the refrigerator back to the wall.
[] START THE ICEMAKER
On power switch models, set the icemaker power
switch to the I (011)position. On feeler arm models,
move the feeler arm to the ON (down) 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:
Powe
Power switch model
in
theON(down)position
Feelerarmmodel
NOTE: In lower water pressure conditions, the
water xalxe may turn on up to 3 times to delixer
enouoh water to the icemaker.
B REVERSING THE DOOR SWING
IMPORTANT NOTES
\,_l_en re\'e_'sing the door swing:
• Read the inst_ uctions all the way through befl)re
starting.
• Handle parts carefldly to awfid scratching paint.
• Set screws down by their related parts to avoid using
them in the wrong places.
• Provide a non-scratching work sm'tace fin.
the doors.
IMPORTANT: Once wm begin, do not move the
cabinet until doo>swing reversal is completed.
These instructions are fi)r changing the hinges fl'om
the right side to the left side--if wm ever want to change
the hinges back to the right side, follow these same
inst_ uctions and reverse all references to left and right.
TOOLS REQUIRED
Phillipsscrewdriver
5/16" hex-head
socketdriver
Puttyknifeor thin-blade
screwdriver
Maskingtape
T20 or T25 Torxdriver,
(needed for some
models)
5/16" open-end
wrench
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Installation Instructions
[] BEFORE YOU START
1.1 UnI)lug the retrigerator fi'om its electrical
outlet.
1.2 Erupt)all door shelxes, including the dairx
coi//pai'tillent.
CAUTION: Do not let either door drop to the
floor. To do so could (lai/laoe_ the door stop,
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
2.1 Tape the door shut with masking tape.
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
(CONT.)
2.2 X_ith a :5/16" hex-head socket dfixer, remoxe the
screws that hold the top hinge to the cabinet.
2.3 I,ifl the hinge (and the shim glued to it)
straight up to fi'ee the hinge pin fi'om the socket
in the top of the door and set it aside, along
with its screws.
2.4 Remme the tape and tilt the door away from the
cabinet. I,ift it off the center hinge pin.
2.5 Set the door on a non-scratching surface with
the outside up.
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Installation Instructions
B REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
[] REMOVE THE FREEZER DOOR
(CONT.)
2.6 Transfi_r the 2 screws ti'om the opposite side oI
the cabinet to the screw holes w_cated by the
top hinge remowd.
[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD
DOOR (CONT.)
3.4 Set the door outside-up on a non-scratching
S//IS[ilce.
[] REMOVE THE FRESH FOOD DOOR
3.1 Tape the door shut with maskim,. _ tape.
3.5 Transfer the two screws fl'om the opposite side of
the cabinet to the screw holes _ _cated b_ the center
hino-e reillo_,al,
J
3.2 Using a 5/16" hex-head socket screwdriver and
a 5/16" open-end wrench, remove the two
screws holding the center hinge (and the shim
glued to it) to the cabinet. I,itt the center hinge
to ti'ee its pin from the socket in the top of the
dora; and set hinge and screws aside. Be careful
not to lose the center hinge spacer mad washer.
3.3 Remove tile tape and tilt tile door away fl'om tile
cabinet. I,ift tile door fl'om tile pin in tile bottom
hinge bracket. (If the plastic washer sticks to the
door bottom, put it back on tile hinge.)
3.6 Transfer tile washer (if)our model has ()tie) to tile
opposite side.
3.7 %_ke ()tie (ff tile screws removed in step 2 and start
it in tile outem/ost screw hole on tile opposite side.
Do not drive it all tile way down--leave enough
space under the screw head tot thickness of shim
and bracket.
I/
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Installation Instructions
[] REVERSING THE HARDWARE
4.1 Remo',e the base grille (if your reh'igerator has
one) b} pulling it straight out.
J
4.2 Mo_,e the bottom hinge bracket (and shim glued
to it) and plastic washer from the right side to the
leii side,
Plastic Plastic
-'_ I Washer
Wosher o,I€-_[
Bracket Hinge_ _
Bracket
Modelswith a hingebracket
thathas2screwholes.
Modelswith a hingebracket
thathas4screwholes.
Switchthe hingepinto the
oppositesideofthe bracket.
4.3 Interchange hinge (and the shim glued to it) and
screws at top right with screws at top left of cabinet.
Do not tighten screws on hinge side at this time.
Installingthe hingeonthe left. Installingthe hingeonthe right.
NOTES:
• Some hinges have ffmr holes. Which holes vou
use for installing tile hinge depends on which
side you install tile hinge.
• Tile outer edge of tile hinge should be parallel
to tile edge of tile case lot correct installation.
I_REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES
5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle
5.1.1 Remoxe tile bottom cap b',,I_ushing, it
toward tile bottom of tile do()); and
reillove tile screw tlndeFneath.
Remove tile two screws holding tile
handle to tile top of tile door.
I
I
5.1.2 Remove tile handle.
5.1.3 Remove tile screws from tile fight edge of tile
door top and insert them into tile handle screw
holes on tile opposite side.
I
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Installation Instructions
B REVERSING THE DOOR SWING (CONT.)
[_REVERSING THE DOOR HANDLES
(CONT.)
5.1 Transfer fresh food door handle
(cont.)
5.1.4 _]th tape-tipped putty knife or thin-
blade screwdriver, P_T out the plug
button fl'om the hinge hole on the left
side of the door and insert it into the
hole on the opposite side that was
w_cated by remoxM of the top hinge.
PlugB_
5.1.5 Pull the plug button from the front of the door
and transfer it to the opposite side.
Plug
Toreattachthehandleonthe
oppositeside.
5.2 Transfer door stop
5.2.1 Mo_e the metal door stop h'om the right
end to the left end.
,,__'Door Stop
5.2 Transfer door stop (cont.)
5.2.2 Mo',e any screws from the left end to the
fight end.
RightSide
5.3 Reinstalling the Fresh Food Door
Handle
5.3.1 Attach the handle to the right side of the
door with screws at the top and under the
handle plug.
5.3.2 Reinstall the handle I)lu°_.
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