Step 9 Install Water Line; Step 10 Connect Water Supply - Monogram ZWE23E Installation Instructions Manual

STEP 9 INSTALL WATER LINE

Recommended copper water supply kits are WX8X2,
WX8X3 or WX8X4, depending on the amount of tubing
you need. Approved plastic water supply lines are
SmartConnect ™ Refrigerator Tubing (WX08X10006,
WX08X10015 and WX08X10025).
When connecting your refrigerator to a Reverse Osmosis
Water System, the only approved installation is with a
GE Appliances RVKit. For other reverse osmosis water
systems, follow the manufacturer's recommendations.
If the water supply to the refrigerator is from a Reverse
Osmosis Water Filtration System (RO)AND the
refrigerator also has a water filter, use the refrigerator's
filter bypass plug. Using the refrigerator's water filtration
cartridge in conjunction with an RO water filter can
result in hollow ice cubes. Some models do not come
equipped with the filter bypass plug. To obtain a free
bypass plug, call 800-GECARES. In Canada call
888.880.3030.
This water line installation is not warranted by the
refrigerator or ice maker manufacturer. Follow these
instructions carefully to minimize the risk of expensive
water damage.
Water hammer (water banging in the pipes) in house
plumbing can cause damage to refrigerator parts and
lead to water leakage or flooding. Call a qualified
plumber to correct water hammer before installing the
water supply line to the refrigerator.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not hook up
the water line to the hot water line.
Do not install the ice maker tubing in areas where
temperatures fall below freezing.
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
plumbing code requirements.
• Copper or SmartConnect ™ Refrigerator Tubing kit,
1/4" outer diameter to connect the refrigerator to the
water supply. If using copper, be sure both ends of
the tubing are cut square.
To determine how much tubing you need:
measure the distance from the water valve on the back
of the refrigerator to the water supply pipe. Be sure
there is sufficient extra tubing to allow the refrigerator to
move out from the wall after installation.
STEP 9 INSTALL WATER LINE
SmartConnect ™ Refrigerator Tubing Kits are available
in the following lengths:
6' (1.8 m) – WX08X10006
15' (4.6 m) – WX08X10015
25' (7.6 m) – WX08X10025
31-1000602 Rev. 0
STEP 10 CONNECT WATER
SUPPLY
A cold water supply is required for automatic ice maker
operation. If there is not a cold water supply, you will
need to provide one. See Installing the Water Line
section.
NOTES:
• Before making the connection to the refrigerator,
be sure the refrigerator power cord is not plugged
into the wall outlet.
• If your refrigerator does not have a water filter,
we recommend installing one if your water supply
has sand or particles that could clog the screen of
the refrigerator's water valve. Install it in the water
line near the refrigerator. If using SmartConnect ™
Refrigerator Tubing Kit, you will need an additional
tube (WX08X10002) to connect the filter. Do not
cut plastic tube to install filter.
• Before connecting the water line to the house,
purge the house line for at least 2 minutes.
A. If you are using copper tubing, place a
compression nut and ferrule (sleeve) onto the end
of the tubing coming from the house cold water
supply.
If you are using the SmartConnect ™ tubing, the
nuts are already assembled to the tubing.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard.
Attach tubing clamp using existing hole only. DO NOT
drill into the refrigerator.
AVERTISSEMENT
Fixez le collier de serrage dans le trou présent seulement. NE
PERCEZ PAS dans le réfrigérateur.
ADVERTENCIA
ELÉCTRICA
Adhiera la abrazadera de la tubería usando el
agujero existente únicamente. NO perfore el refrigerador.
B. If you are using copper tubing, insert the end of the
tubing into the refrigerator connection, at the back of
the refrigerator, as far as possible. While holding the
tubing, tighten the fitting.
If you are using SmartConnect ™ tubing, insert
the molded end of the tubing into the refrigerator
connection, at the back of the refrigerator, and
tighten the compression nut until it is hand tight.
Then tighten one additional turn with a wrench.
Over tightening may cause leaks.
C. Fasten the tubing into the clamp provided to hold it
in position. You may need to pry open the clamp.
D. Turn on the water at the shut-off valve to check
for leaks.
RISQUE DE DÉCHARGE
ÉLECTRIQUE
PELIGRO DE DESCARGA
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