KitchenAid KRMF706ESS01 User Instructions page 13

NOTE: To allow sufficient water flow to the refrigerator, a
minimum ¹⁄₂" (12.7 mm) size household supply line is
recommended.
D
A. Sleeve C. Copper tubing (to refrigerator)
B. Nut D. Household supply line (½" minimum)
4. Now you are ready to connect the copper tubing to the
shut-off valve. Use ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) O.D. (outside diameter)
soft copper tubing to connect the shut-off valve and the
refrigerator.
■ Ensure that you have the proper length needed for the job.
Be sure both ends of the copper tubing are cut square.
■
Slip compression sleeve and compression nut onto
copper tubing as shown. Insert end of tubing into outlet
end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut
onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do not
overtighten.
A B
A. Compression sleeve
B. Compression nut
5. Place the free end of the tubing into a container or sink and
turn on main water supply to flush out tubing until water is
clear. Turn off shut-off valve on the water pipe.
NOTE: Always drain the water line before making the final
connection to the inlet of the water valve to avoid possible
water valve malfunction.
6. Bend the copper tubing to meet the water line inlet which
is located on the back of the refrigerator cabinet as shown.
Leave a coil of copper tubing to allow the refrigerator to be
pulled out of the cabinet or away from the wall for service.
Connect to Refrigerator
Follow the connection instructions specific to your model.
Style 1
1. Remove plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Attach the
copper tube to the valve inlet using a compression nut and
sleeve as shown. Tighten the compression nut. Do not
overtighten. Confirm copper tubing is secure by pulling
on copper tubing.
A
B
C
C
C. Copper tubing
2. Create a service loop with the copper tubing. Avoid kinks
when coiling the copper tubing. Secure copper tubing to
refrigerator cabinet with a "P" clamp.
A
B
C
D
A. Copper tubing
B. "P" clamp
3. Turn on water supply to refrigerator and check for leaks.
Correct any leaks.
Style 2
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Remove and discard the short, black plastic part from the end
of the water line inlet.
3. Thread the nut onto the end of the tubing. Tighten the nut by
hand. Then tighten it with a wrench two more turns. Do not
overtighten.
NOTE: To avoid rattling, be sure the copper tubing does not
touch the cabinet's side wall or other parts inside the cabinet.
A B C
A. Household water line
B. Nut (purchased)
4. Install the water supply tube clamp around the water supply
line to reduce strain on the coupling.
5. Turn on shut-off valve.
6. Check for leaks. Tighten any connections (including
connections at the valve) or nuts that leak.
7. On some models, the ice maker is equipped with a built-in
water strainer. If your water conditions require a second water
strainer, install it in the ¹⁄₄" (6.35 mm) water line at either tube
connection. Obtain a water strainer from your appliance
dealer.
C. Compression nut
D. Compression sleeve
D
C. Ferrule (purchased)
D. Refrigerator water tubing
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