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General Information
Water Supply Requirements (con't)
• Connect 1/4" (6 mm) fl exible copper tubing to household
plumbing in compliance with local codes and ordinances.
• Length of copper tubing must reach from water supply
connection to the unit connection with an additional length
to facilitate moving the unit out of enclosure for cleaning or
service. Tubing should be soft instead of rigid and ends should
be free of burrs.
• Copper tubing route must be above 35º F
(1.7º C) to prevent water line from freezing.
• DO NOT use plastic water lines from the household
plumbing to the water inlet valve connection on the
refrigeration unit.
DO NOT use the self-piercing feature of a saddle
•
valve.
The hole made by the piercing lance is too small for the
water fl ow rate required by the ice maker.
• If saddle valve is not used, place a separate shut-off valve in an
easily accessible location between water supply and the unit.
DO NOT
install shut-off valve behind the unit.
• The installation of Viking Range, LLC units with a reverse
osmosis system is acceptable
pressure remains within the allowable PSI as stated
below.
It is important to note that with many reverse osmosis
systems, the pressure starts off high, but then it decreases as
the water level of the reverse osmosis storage area drops. This
must be considered when checking the water pressure coming
into the unit.
• Connect to a vertical or horizontal 1/2" (1.3 cm) to 1-1/4" (3.2
cm) COLD water line near water area.
• Run water line through the fl oor, back, or side wall in area
shown on page 7. Connect to water supply coming from back
of unit on the left side.
• Water pressure must be greater than 20 psi and less than 120
psi on non-dispenser units and greater than 35 psi and less
than 120 psi on dispenser units.
Dual Installation
When installing two units side by side in a dual installation, the opening width is the width of the two units added together. The side trim
located on the inside of the two untis where they are being connected will be replaced with the side trim in the kit. Dual installation kit
(CKVBI) will be required for this installation. Each appliance must have a separate 115 volt, 60-Hz, 15 amp, fused, electrical supply. For more
information regarding dual installation kits contact your local dealer or visit the Viking website at www.vikingrange.com
If there is to be a dual installation refer to Dual Installation Instructions before removing units
from pallet
as long as the water
Area Requirements
• Most of the unit's weight is at the top. Extra care is needed when
moving the unit to prevent tipping.
DO NOT
•
remove protective fi lm until unit is in operating
position.
• All four leveling legs must contact the fl oor to support and
stabilize the full weight.
DO NOT
•
drop unit.
• Remove exterior shipping materials prior to moving unit into
home, except door latching device.
• Use two or more people to move and install unit. Failure to follow
this instruction can result in back or other injury.
• To avoid personal injury, wear gloves when performing any
installation procedure and wear eye protection when cutting
metal straps.
Tip Over Hazard
Appliance is top heavy and tips easily when not completely
installed. Keep doors closed until appliance is completely installed
and secured per installation instructions. Use two or more people
to move and install appliance. Failure to do so can result in death or
serious injury.
Unpacking Unit
1.
Remove top and bottom strap.
2.
Remove top cap.
3.
Cut carton rear approximately 1/4" (0.6 cm) to 1" (2.5 cm) from
right corner with a utility knife extended 1/4" (0.6 cm).
4.
Remove carton and exterior packaging. Save cardboard
shipping material to protect fl oor surface when installing unit.
Remove anti-tip board, kickplate and side trim from rear of unit.
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