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Electrical Requirements

Before you move your refrigerator into its final location, it is

important to make sure you have the proper electrical

connection:

Recommended Grounding Method

Plug 1: A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15 or 20 ampere fused,

grounded (earthed) electrical supply is required.

Plugs 2 and 3: A 220/240 Volt/50 Hz or 220 Volt/60Hz AC

only 10 ampere fused and grounded (earthed) 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, cleaning,

or removing a light bulb, turn the control, (Thermostat,

Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on the model) to

OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the

electrical source. When you are finished, reconnect the

refrigerator to the electrical source and reset the control

(Thermostat, Refrigerator or Freezer Control depending on

the model) to the desired setting.

Connecting the Refrigerator

to a Water Source

Read all directions carefully before you begin.

IMPORTANT:

■ 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.

■ Use copper tubing and check for leaks.

■ Install copper tubing only in areas where temperatures

will remain above freezing.

■ It may take up to 24 hours for your ice maker to begin

producing ice.

Tools required:

■ Standard screwdriver

■ ⁷⁄₁₆-inch and ¹⁄₂-inch open-end wrenches or two

adjustable wrenches

■ ¹⁄₄-inch nut driver

■ ¹⁄₄-inch drill bit

■ Hand drill or electric drill (properly grounded)

NOTE: Your refrigerator 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 a

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

between 30 and 120 psi. If a problem occurs, call your

utility company.

Connecting to water line:

1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet

long enough to clear line of water.

3. Find a ¹⁄₂-inch to 1¹⁄₄-inch 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.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded (earthed) outlet.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in

death, fire, or electrical shock.

Do not use an extension cord.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not remove ground prong.

Plug 1

Plug 2

Plug 3

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