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INSTALLATION OF THE WATER
LINE
Before You Install the water line
The water line installation is not warranted by •
the refrigerator manufacturer.
So before you install the water line, read the
whole steps for installing and follow these
instructions carefully to minimize the risk of
expensive water damage.
Banging pipes (water banging in the pipes) in •
house plumbing can cause damage to fridge
parts and lead to water leakage or fl ooding.
Call a qualifi ed plumber to correct the problem
before installing the water supply line to the
fridge.
To prevent burns and product damage, do not •
hook up the water line to the hot water line.
Do not install the water line in areas where •
temperatures fall below freezing.
When using any electrical device (such as •
a power drill) during installation, be sure the
device is insulated or wired in a manner to
prevent electric shock.
All installations must be in a accordance with •
local plumbing code requirements.
• Water line Kit and water fi lter are not
covered by Samsung’s Warranty. The
manufacturer (or dealer, installer) of them
is responsible for any defects and all the
loss caused by water fi lter & water line
kit.
The fi lter should be replaced according to •
manufacturer (or dealer)’s instruction.
To order additional water fi lters, please contact •
the manufacturer (or dealer) of the fi lter.
Using the water fi lter (not provided)
Connecting to water supply line
Shut off the main water supply line and turn the •
Ice maker to the off position.
Locate the nearest cold drinking water line.•
Follow the instructions in the water fi lter •
installation kit.
After connecting the water supply line to the •
Cartridge Holder inlet and installing the Filter
Cartridge (insert plastic line in fully).
Turn on water supply and Flush 3 gallons •
through fi lter before use (fl ush approximately 6
minutes)
• The water fi lter must be installed outside
the refrigerator.
It is not provided with your new
refrigerator. The fi lter cartridge (8) and
holder (9) kit can be purchased from
the retailer where you purchased this
refrigerator.
Do not use copper line.•
Cut the tubing, making sure the ends are •
square and clean.
There are several items that you need to purchase
to complete this connection.
You may fi nd these items sold as a kit at your local
hardware store.
Use Copper Tubing Use Plastic Tubing
¼” copper tubing•
¼” compression nut •
(1pc)
Ferrule (2pc)•
¼” plastic tubing •
→
Molded end(Bulb)
¼” compression nut •
(1pc)
Connect the water line to the fridge
Connect the plastic line on the back of your •
fridge to the cartridge holder outlet (fully insert
the plastic line to the cartridge holder outlet).
Insert plastic clip to the cartridge holder inlet •
and outlet.
Turn water on and check for any leakage.•
90 degree
90 degree
1. Cold Water line
1. Cold Water line
2. Pipe Clamp.
2. Pipe Clamp.
3. Plastic line
3. Plastic line
4. Compression Nut
4. Compression Nut
5. Compression Sleeve
5. Compression Sleeve
6. Packing Nut
6. Packing Nut
7. Shut Off Valve
7. Shut Off Valve
8. Filter Cartridge
8. Filter Cartridge
9. Cartridge Holder
9. Cartridge Holder
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Correct
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