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Installation Requirements
Recommended Grounding Method
A 115 Volt, 60 Hz., AC only 15- or 20-amp fused, grounded 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.
IMPORTANT:
If this product is connected to a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protected outlet,
nuisance tripping of the power supply may occur, resulting in loss of cooling. Food quality and flavor may
be affected. If nuisance tripping has occurred, and if the condition of the food appears poor, dispose of it.
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.
Water Supply Requirements
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided
with any tools listed here.
TOOLS NEEDED:
• Flat-blade screwdriver
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1
⁄
4
” nut driver
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7
⁄
16
” and
1
⁄
2
” open-end or
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1
⁄
4
” drill bit
two adjustable wrenches
• Cordless drill
IMPORTANT:
All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.
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Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing only in areas where the household tem-
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peratures will remain above freezing.
Water Pressure
A cold water supply with water pressure of between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa) is required to oper-
ate the water dispenser and ice maker. If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed,
qualified plumber.
Reverse Osmosis Water Supply
IMPORTANT:
The pressure of the water supply coming out of a reverse osmosis system going to the water
inlet valve of the refrigerator needs to be between 30 and 120 psi (207 and 827 kPa). If a reverse osmosis
water filtration system is connected to your cold water supply, the water pressure to the reverse osmosis
system needs to be a minimum of 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa). If the water pressure to the reverse osmo-
sis system is less than 40 to 60 psi (276 to 414 kPa):
Check to see whether the sediment filter in the reverse osmosis system is blocked. Replace the filter if
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necessary.
Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after heavy usage.
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If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may further reduce the water pressure when used in conjunction
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with a reverse osmosis system. Remove the water filter. See “Water Filtration System” in the Use & Care
Guide.
If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified plumber.
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