Important; Connect The Water Supply - Kenmore 596.7931 Manual De Uso Y Cuidado

IMPORTANT:

All installations must meet local plumbing code requirements.
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Do not use a piercing-type or ³⁄₁₆" (4.76 mm) saddle valve which
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reduces water flow and clogs more easily.
Use copper tubing and check for leaks. Install copper tubing only in
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areas where the household temperatures will remain above freezing.
For models with water filters, the disposable water filter should be
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replaced at least every 6 months.
Water Pressure
A cold water supply with water pressure of between 35 and 120 psi
(241 and 827 kPa) is required to operate 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 35 and 120 psi (241 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 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
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is blocked. Replace the filter if necessary.
Allow the storage tank on the reverse osmosis system to refill after
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heavy usage.
If your refrigerator has a water filter, it may further reduce the water
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pressure when used in conjunction with a reverse osmosis system.
Remove the water filter. See "Water Filtration System."
If you have questions about your water pressure, call a licensed, qualified
plumber.

Connect the Water Supply

Read all directions before you begin.
IMPORTANT:
Plumbing shall be installed in accordance with the International
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Plumbing Code and any local codes and ordinances.
The gray water tubing on the back of the refrigerator (which is used to
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connect to the household water line) is a PEX (cross­linked
polyethylene) tube. Copper and PEX tubing connections from the
household water line to the refrigerator are acceptable, and will help
avoid off­taste or odor in your ice or water. Check for leaks.
If PEX tubing is used instead of copper, we recommend the following
part numbers:
W10505928RP (7 ft [2.14 m] jacketed PEX),
8212547RP (5 ft [1.52 m] PEX), or
W10267701RP (25 ft [7.62 m] PEX).
Install tubing only in areas where temperatures will remain above
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freezing.
If you turn on the refrigerator before the water line is connected, turn
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off the ice maker to avoid excessive noise or damage to the water
valve.
Connect to Water Line
1. Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.
2. Turn OFF main water supply. Turn ON nearest faucet long enough to
clear line of water.
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3. Find a ¹⁄₂" to 1¹⁄₄" (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
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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 need. Measure from the
connection on the lower right 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 cut
square.
5. Using a cordless drill, drill a ¹⁄₄" hole in the cold water pipe you have
selected.
A. Cold water pipe
B. Pipe clamp
C. Copper tubing
D. Compression nut
6. Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp. Be
sure the outlet end is solidly in the ¹⁄₄" drilled hole in the water pipe
and that the washer is under the pipe clamp. Tighten the packing nut.
Tighten the pipe clamp screws slowly and evenly so the washer makes
a watertight seal. Do not overtighten.
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 not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing.
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.
Connect to Refrigerator
Depending on your model, the water line may come down from the top or
up from the bottom. Follow the connection instructions for your model.
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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.
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B
C
D
E
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E. Compression sleeve
F. Shutoff valve
G. Packing nut