Whirlpool GC5SHGXKQ00 Specifications download pdf (Page 6)

Water Supply Requirements

IMPORTANT:

■ If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is

connected, turn the ice maker OFF.

■ All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.

■

Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing

only in areas where temperatures will remain above freezing.

NOTE:

Your refrigerator dealer has a kit available with a

¹⁄₄

in.

(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 piercing-type or

³⁄₁₆

in.

(4.76 mm) saddle valve which reduces water flow and clogs more

easily.

Cold Water Supply

Connect the ice maker to a cold water line with water pressure

between 30 and 120 psi. If you have questions about your water

pressure, call your utility company.

INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS

Unpack Refrigerator

IMPORTANT:

■

All four leveling legs must contact the floor to support and

stabilize the full weight of the refrigerator.

■

Keep cardboard shipping piece or plywood under refrigerator

until it is installed in the operating position.

Remove and save literature package. Use

³⁄₈

in. socket

wrench to remove skids.

Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning

on the refrigerator. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap

over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water

and dry.

NOTES:

■

Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol,

flammable fluids, 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.

■

Do not remove the tech sheet that is fastened behind the

base grille.

■

Clean before use: After you remove all of the packing

materials, clean the inside of the refrigerator before use.

See the cleaning instructions in the “Refrigerator Care”

section of the Use and Care Guide.

Place pieces of shipping carton or plywood on the floor when

rolling the dolly and refrigerator into the house. Move

refrigerator close to refrigerator opening.

Install New Water Line

(if required)

Tools required:

Standard screwdriver,

⁷⁄₁₆

in. and

¹⁄₂

in. open-end

wrenches or two adjustable wrenches,

¹⁄₄

in. drill bit, hand drill or

electric drill (properly grounded).

Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long

enough to clear line of water.

Find a

¹⁄₂

in. (12.70 mm) to 1

¹⁄₄

in. (3.18 cm) vertical COLD

water pipe near the refrigerator.

NOTE:

Horizontal pipe will work, but the following procedure

must be followed: Drill on the top side of the pipe, not the

bottom. This will help keep water away from the drill. This

also keeps normal sediment from collecting in the valve.

Determine the length of copper tubing you need. Measure

from the connection on the lower left rear of refrigerator to the

water pipe. Add 7 ft. (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use

¹⁄₄

in.

(6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure

both ends of copper tubing are cut square.

Using a grounded drill, drill a

¹⁄₄

in. (6.35 mm) hole in the cold

water pipe you have selected.

Fasten shut-off valve to cold water pipe with pipe clamp. Be

sure outlet end is solidly in the

¹⁄₄

in. (6.35 mm) drilled hole in

the water pipe and that washer is under the pipe clamp.

Tighten packing nut. Tighten the pipe clamp screws carefully

and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal. Do not

overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing, especially if

soft (coiled) copper tubing is used. Now you are ready to

connect the copper tubing.

Slip compression sleeve and compression nut on copper

tubing as shown in the diagram. Insert the end of the tubing

into the outlet end of the shutoff valve as far as it will go.

Screw the compression nut onto the outlet end with an

adjustable wrench. Do not overtighten.

Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink, turn

ON main water supply and flush out tubing until water is clear.

Turn OFF the shut-off valve on the water pipe.

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.

1. Cold Water Pipe

2. Pipe Clamp

3. Copper Tubing

4. Compression Nut

5. Compression Sleeve

6. Shut-Off Valve

7. Packing Nut

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