Whirlpool ED20DFXEB00 - Manual (Page 8)

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Attaching the ice maker to a water supply
Read all directions carefully before you begin.
w WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Unplug the refrigerator before installing the
ice maker.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
IMPORTANT:
• Use copper tubing only and check for leaks.
• Install ice maker tubing in areas where temperatures
are above freezing.
Tools required:
• Tightly fitting gloves
• Water bucket
• Masking tape
• Center punch
• Hammer
• Towel
• Standard screwdriver
• Two 1 ⁄
2
-inch open-end wrenches or two adjustable
wrenches
• 1 ⁄
4
-inch hex nut driver
• 1 ⁄
4
-inch drill bit
• 3 ⁄
8
-inch drill bit
• Hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded)
I N S T A L L I N G Y O U R R E F R I G E R A T O R
NOTE: Your appliance dealer has a kit available with a
1 ⁄
4
-inch 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 piercing type or
3 ⁄
16
-inch saddle valve which
reduces water flow and clogs more easily.
Cold water supply
The ice maker water valve contains a flow washer
which is used as a water pressure regulator. The ice
maker needs to be connected to a cold water line
with water pressure limitations of 20-120 psi. If a
problem occurs, call your utility company.
IMPORTANT:
• It may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to
begin producing ice.
• If operating the refrigerator before installing the water
connection, turn ice maker to the OFF position to
prevent operation without water.
• All installations must be in accordance with local
plumbing code requirements.
INSTALLATION IS NOT WARRANTED
BY REFRIGERATOR OR ICE MAKER
MANUFACTURER.