Connect The Water Supply - KitchenAid KFCS22EVMS1 User Instructions

Ifthewater
p ressure to the reverse osmosis 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 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 with a reverse
osmosis system. Remove the water filter. Sea "Water Filtration
System."
If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed,
qualified plumbe_
Connect the Water
Supply
Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT: If you turn the refrigerator on before the water line is
connected, turn the ice maker OFE
Connect to Water Line
Connect to Refrigerator
1. Create a service loop (minimum diameter of 2 ft [61 cm])with
the copper tubing. Avoid kinks when coiling the copper
tubing.
2. Remove the plastic cap from water valve inlet port. Place a
compression nut and sleeve on the copper tubing.
3. Insert the end of the copper tubing into the water valve inlet
port. Shape tubing slightly so that the tubing feeds straight
into the port to avoid kinks.
4. Slide the compression nut over the sleeve and screw into the
water valve inlet port.
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_,,to 11/_ '' (12.7 mm to 31.8 mm) vertical cold water
pipe near the refrigerator.
IMPORTANT:
= Make sure it is a cold water pipe.
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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.
4. Determine the length of copper tubing you nead. Measure
from the connection on the rear of the refrigerator to the water
pipe. Add 7 ft (2.1 m) to allow for cleaning. Use 1/4"(6.35 mm)
O.D. (outside diameter) copper tubing. Be sure both ends of
copper tubing are out square.
5. Using a cordless drill, drill a 1,,_,, hole in the cold water pipe you
have selected.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
A. Cold water pipe
B. Pipe clamp
C. Copper tubing
D. Compression nut
E. Compression sleeve
E Shutoff valve
G. Packing nut
6. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe
clamp. Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the 1/_,, d rilled hole in
the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp.
Tighten the packing nat. Tighten the pipe clamp screws slowly
and evenly so the washer makes a watertight seal. Do not
overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.
7. Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the
copper tubing as shown. Insert the end of the tubing into the
outlet end squarely as far as it will go. Screw compression nut
onto outlet end with adjustable wrench. Do net overtighten.
8. Place the free end of the tubing in a container or sink, and turn
ON the main water supply. Flush the tubing until water is clear.
Turn OFF the shutoff valve on the water pipe.
A. Plastic water tubing C. Compression nut
B. Sleeve D. Copper tubing
5. Using an adjustable wrench, hold the nut on the plastic water
line to keep it from moving. Then, with a second wrench turn
the compression nut on the copper tubing counterclockwise
to completely tighten. Do not overtighten.
A. Plastic water line
B. Water valve inlet port
C. Compression nut
D. Copper tubing
E. "P" clamp
6. Check connection by pulling on copper tubing. Attach copper
tubing to refrigerator cabinet with a "P" clamp. Turn on water
supply to refrigerator and check for leaks. Correct any leaks.
Complete the Installation
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug Into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these Instructions can result In death,
fire, or electrical shock.
1. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
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