GE GLE12HSLSS Manuel D'utilisation Et Instructions D'installation page 23

INSTALLING THE WATER LINE (Continued)
WHAT YOU WILL NEED (Continued)
● Two 1/4" outer diameter compression nuts and
2 ferrules (sleeves)—to connect the copper tubing
to the shutoff valve and the refrigerator water valve.
OR
● I f you are using a SmartConnect™ Refrigerator
Tubing kit, the necessary fittings are preassembled
to the tubing.
● I f your existing copper water line has a flared fitting
at the end, you will need an adapter (available at
plumbing supply stores) to connect the water line to
the refrigerator OR you can cut off the flared fitting
with a tube cutter and then use a compression
fitting. Do not cut formed end from SmartConnect™
Refrigerator tubing.
● Shutoff valve to connect to the cold water line.
The shutoff valve should have a water inlet
with a minimum inside diameter of 5/32" at the
point of connection to the COLD WATER LINE.
Saddle-type shutoff valves are included in many
water supply kits. Before purchasing, make sure
a saddle-type valve complies with your local
plumbing codes.
Install the shutoff valve on the nearest frequently used
drinking water line.
SHUT OFF THE MAIN WATER
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SUPPLY
Turn on the nearest faucet long enough to clear
the line of water.
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Installation Instructions
CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
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Choose a location for the valve that is easily
accessible. It is best to connect into the side of
a vertical water pipe. When it is necessary to
connect into a horizontal water pipe, make the
connection to the top or side, rather than at the
bottom, to avoid drawing off any sediment from
the water pipe.
CHOOSE THE VALVE LOCATION
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Drill a 1/4" hole in the water pipe (even if using
a self-piercing valve) using a sharp bit. Remove
any burrs resulting from drilling the hole in the
pipe. Take care not to allow water to drain into
the drill. Failure to drill a 1/4" hole may result
in reduced ice production or smaller cubes.
FASTEN THE SHUTOFF VALVE
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Fasten the shutoff valve to the cold water pipe
with the pipe clamp.
Pipe Clamp
Saddle-Type
Shutoff Valve
NOTE: Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Plumbing Codes 248CMR shall be adhered to.
Saddle valves are illegal and use is not permitted
in Massachusetts. Consult with your licensed
plumber.
Vertical Cold
Water Pipe
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